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Tony shortly afterwards becomes concerned that Burley is attempting to flirt with Ziva, who is "vulnerable" due to her father's recent death, telling McGee, "You see he would use that to his advantage.

Later, it is found that John McGee's aide had killed the medic in order to prevent the news of the cancer from being released.

I'm the first to admit I handed Bill a pretty tricky episode complete with significant visual effects, a touching story about McGee and his father, and a fun little runner revealing Tim as a "Big Brother" to a teenage boy", Glasberg continued.

[2] As shown in other episodes in season 10, the theme "fallen heroes" also applies to Admiral McGee, diagnosed with stage four cancer.

[3] Showrunner Gary Glasberg told TV Line that "The role of McGee’s father is complex and layered with some real surprises thrown in".

Joel Gretsch reprised his role as the recurring character NCIS special agent Stan Burley, last seen in the episode "Playing With Fire".

[4] Douglas Wolfe from TV Fanatic gave the episode 4.5/5 and stated that "You have to admire the work done by Jamey Sheridan as McGee's father: his portrayal of a charismatic boor was outstanding.

It took the full episode to discover that Admiral McGee was suffering from stage-four cancer (we're not told what kind), and that his advancement to a cabinet-level post at the White House would be in jeopardy should anyone find out about his illness.