(Disclamer I do not own these characters or any part of the Stargate Universe.)

Jacks stomach was churning threatening to bring up his dinner. Jacob had asked to see him. At a time like this when he was weak, he knew it must be something serious. He knew deep-down what it was but he didn't really want to have that talk.

Taking a moment beforehand Jack strolled into the infirmary.

"Jack I'm glad you to see you, hows the base."

"You know , killer plant here, buffet menus there, the same old, same old…."

A weak laugh escaped Jacobs mouth, "You know Jack.. I don't have much longer, there is something that I want to be taken care of."

"Yeah, sure yabetcha, just name it."

"Well it's more of a name 'her'. I know you know which 'her' I'm on about." Going by Jacks knowing look Jacob continued. "Jack I want Sam to be happy.. And I mean really happy not just getting by and not just content, I want her to be truly happy. I know what would make her happy,.. Deep down she knows it to but she is lying to herself.

So I am going to have to step on some tails."

"Just whose tails are we on about?

"Well anyone who will listen but I was thinking more of your grey haired tail to be precise….

Suddenly Jacks shoes became fascinating to him.

… and perhaps getting the president involved wouldn't be too much of a stretch."

Jacks head shot upwards.

"PppPresident!"

"Yes Jack the president.. I don't think it would be too much to bend the rules for two people who have saved the world… how many times is it now?"

Jack piped up; "On teal'cs last count … erm about 8 I think."

Jacob took in a deep breath, more for his patience than his health.

"Jack she loves you and whats more, I am for hell sure that you love her too."

"Jacob there are reasons.."

"Jack the rules were made before we discovered that we could travel to different planets. I don't think the regulations were designed for situations like yours, and if they were they shouldn't have been."

Jack didn't respond he just stood looking in front of him into at the wall as if it were something terribly interesting.

"Jack were you really planning on living out your lives how you are at the minute. I want to know that there will be another grandchild of mine coming into the world before I go."

Jack made a shocked face, and off this Jacob continued..

"Jack don't try and pretend you haven't been thinking of having kids with Sam………………… I saw the book in your office you know, and your notes. Kaylee would be a pretty name, I agree with that, but Mal?.. Well lets just say, I hope it's a girl." Jacob gave a chuckle and remained silent, grinning while thinking about the possible grandchildren that could come about.

Jack remained silent as well, deep in thought. Both men just sat there staring into space. A few moments passed before Jack spoke up,

"You know Jacob I have been thinking about a life with Sam, but no matter what happens, I will look after her."

"I know you will Jack."