Title: Every Little Thing She Does is Magic
Author: Lilly Saenz
Spoilers: None (I think)
Rating: S/J romance,
Summary: Sam finally gets asked the big question in a karoke bar.
Disclaimer: All publicity recognizable characters and places are the property of MGM, World Gekko Corp and Double Secret Productions. This piece of fan fiction was created for entertainment not monetary purposes and no infringement on copyrights or trademarks was intended. Also the Song doesn't belong to me either but I don't think the police will send out the police on me. Copyright: The original characters, situations, and story are the property of the author. Copyrighted on March 12, 2004 by Lilly Saenz Author's Notes: I love The Police and always thought this was one of the cutest songs ever, loved the lyrics and just the whole feel of it. I wondered how Jack would ask Sam to marry him. This is my take.
It's my party and I'll cry if I want to. That's exactly what I want to do. What was supposed to be the most wonderful birthday has turned out to be like the rest that I've known. I'm alone and without the one I love.
This year was supposed to be different. I was going to spend it with Jack. He had retired last year right after my birthday. There was a big party, and even though he was retiring from the Air Force, he would still be working for the SGC as a consultant. I was given SG1 and we kept it to a three-person team, with Jack coming along occasionally when he was needed. The party was great. We all had a great time dancing, toasting, and singing the Colonel's praises. He was very attentive that night and asked me to stop calling him Sir and to use his first name. I smiled and said only if he called me Sam. The party was winding down and the DJ was announcing the last dance when I felt a hand on my shoulder. I looked up and saw those brown eyes that always made me melt. He asked me to dance and we did, oblivious to all that were still there watching us. There were no rules or regulations holding us back and it felt good to feel free.
I offered to give him a ride home since Daniel had left early with Teal'c. When we arrived at his house, I asked him if he had a good time. He said it seemed like such a waste since he would be still working at the SGC. I said no, it wasn't a waste to celebrate such a wonderful career and that he should be proud of all he had accomplished. He reached out and took my hand and told me that meant more to him then any old party. He asked if I wanted to come in for some coffee and I said yes.
We never got to the coffee. We barely made it up the porch. We both attacked each other and when morning came, we found ourselves in each other's arms in his living room.
It only got better from that day on. We spent every day I wasn't off world together. We finally made it up to the cabin and went fishing. I never thought we could be so happy. But, even though thinking about the past year made me grin, I felt so sad not to have Jack with me now.
We were going to go out and celebrate my birthday with everyone. Even Dad had gotten some down time from the Tok'ra and was joining us for my party. It was at a new Karoke Club that had opened up a couple of months ago.
When the Karoke Club had opened, Teal'c had insisted we all go to the Grand Opening so he could see what Karoke was all about. Daniel, Janet, Cassie, Teal'c, Jack and I all went. Janet and I got up and sang some duets. Teal'c did a couple of numbers, and even Daniel got suckered into singing with Cassie. But, as much as I tried Jack would not sing. Saying that he didn't want the place to close down because of his feeble attempt at singing.
Jack never went back to the Karoke Bar with us, saying he would rather stay home and watch old Simpson reruns then be subjected to Teal'c and Daniel singing. I would join the gang occasionally, but vowed that I would get Jack to come one day and sing to me.
My birthday was coming up and I already knew what I wanted. I wanted a party at the Karoke Bar with my friends and family and I wanted Jack to sing to me. He promised me a trip to Hawaii, but I insisted that all I wanted was the party or nothing at all. He relented and said he would give me my wish only because he loved me. So Janet was in charge of inviting everyone and I was going to get my wish.
My birthday had arrived and I was greeted with soft kisses up and down my neck as Jack hummed the happy birthday song. I giggled and thanked him. We were in the middle of some heavy intimate moments when Jack's cell phone rang.
"This had better be real important or I'm hanging up," Jack answered while I kept nuzzling his neck and trailing my fingers down his chest.
Grabbing my hand for me to stop, he answered, "General, oh good morning. What? No I was suppose to have today off. It's Sam's birthday. Trouble with the Asguard, and Thor requested me personally?"
He looked at me and sighed, closing his eyes. He started to get up and get dress. "I understand Sir and I'm sure she will too. I'll be there in 1 hour."
I was not a happy camper. I sat up in the middle of the bed and asked what was the emergency? Jack explained to me that Thor had just contacted the SGC saying he needed his help immediately. He had sent a message through the Stargate. I asked if he knew how long he would be gone, and if he would be back for the party. He looked at me and said he would try everything he could to get this resolved today, but he couldn't make any promises. Trying to give me a kiss, I turned my face away. With a sigh, he went into the bathroom and turned on the shower. Jack was being taken away on my birthday and it wasn't fair.
I got up and got dressed and was looking outside when he put his arms around me. He had just gotten out of the shower and was still wet. "I'm sorry honey, I know how much this party means to you, but some things just can't be helped. I'll talk to Thor about his timing and you know I'll try my best to get back to you to celebrate your birthday. If I can't, I'll make it up to you."
I turned around and gave him a hug. I said I had a lot of things to take care of since we weren't going to be together and that I should just go to the mountain with him. He nodded no and went to his drawer and pulled out a red envelope. Inside was an all day pass for the new spa in town. Jack had gotten me the works. He said he wanted me to have a day of luxury on my birthday and that I deserved it.
So I spent the whole day at the spa in a fowl mood. My personal assistant was named Bridget and she helped me get around to all the different treatments that were offered with my package. Bridget tried everything she could to make me feel better, but I wasn't into it. She said that I looked like a million bucks but I didn't feel like it. Nothing would change the fact that I was going to probably spend my birthday alone again.
After my day of luxury, I went back to Jack's house. I checked the messages to see if Jack had called. There was a message from Cassie and Janet wishing me Happy Birthday and Janet asking me to call her when I had a chance. Teal'c and Daniel had also called and wished me happy birthday and to apologize for Thor's bad timing. I called Janet back and she promised to pick me up at 7:00. I told her I didn't know if I wanted to celebrate if Jack wasn't going to be there. She said if she had to drag me out of that house in my pj's and fuzzy slippers she would.
So here I am getting ready for a party I didn't want to go to because Jack wouldn't be there to share it with me. I put on the dress Jack had picked out for me the last time we went shopping and said he wanted to see me in the dress for my birthday. It was black, short and very sexy. Looking at myself in the mirror, I was having second thoughts of wearing it since Jack wasn't going to be there to enjoy it.
Janet walked in and put her hands on her waist. "Wow! You look great. Enough of that mopping missy, it's your birthday and were going to celebrate." I was still frowning and Janet said, "That frown your wearing is just your halo turned upside down."
I laughed at her little quote. "My halo's a little dented after all the evil thoughts I've about Thor for ruining my birthday". The phone rang. Picking it up, I answered. "Jack is it you? Are you through with the Asguard?"
"Hey, Birthday girl I just wanted to check in with you. It's going to take longer then I thought. Thor let me go back through the gate to give you a call. Thor sends his apologies. I'm sorry to Sam. I really wanted to be there," Jack said.
I didn't say anything and tried to sound cheerful and told him it was all right that I understood duty came before fun. I said I had to go since Janet was already pushing me out the door and I would see him when he got back.
"I love you Sam, and you know I would give anything to be there with you tonight. I'll make it up to you, I promise," Jack said.
I said I loved him too and I would be missing him and to get back soon.
Janet and I arrived at the Karoke Bar and everyone was there. Dad had arrived with Teal'c and General Hammond. Dad gave me a big hug and wished me a happy birthday and told me he was sorry Jack wouldn't be there to celebrate with us. Daniel had picked up Cassie since she wasn't ready when Janet had left to pick me up. Janet had reserved 2 huge tables that surrounded the stage and everyone was picking out songs to sing.
I was actually having a good time, but said I didn't want to sing today. Everyone sang, even my dad.
The MC made an announcement. He asked if a Samantha Carter was here and if so, to step up on the stage. I looked at Janet and nodded no. Everyone at the table started pointing at me as they clapped and whistled. I was embarrassed, and I didn't want to sing. But SG3 literally picked me up and placed me on the stage, facing the MC. I finally admitted that I was Samantha Carter.
He made it a point to tell everyone it was my birthday and that everyone should sing Happy Birthday. After everyone was finished singing, I tried to get back to my seat, but was only pulled back by the MC.
"Samantha Carter, I have a gift here for you, but first I need you to sit down on the chair in the middle of the dance floor," he said.
I walked to the chair and sat down. He then asked one of the waitresses to bring out my gift. It turned out to be 12 long stem roses. He placed them on my lap and asked me to read the card.
I pulled the card out of the envelope and saw Jack's handwriting. I started to feel tears welling up in my eyes I read to myself what the card said.
'We're both celebrating your life today, and I'm grateful every day that you were born. I hope we'll be together for many more. You mean the world to me, so don't every forget that. Love always, Jack.'
Tears started to run down my check. I quietly said that they were from Jack. Everyone in the room had smiles on their faces. Then to my surprise, the MC said that the person who sent me the roses wanted him to sing a special song for his special lady. I looked up and waited to see what the MC would be singing to me.
The beginning strains of the Police's "Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic" started to play, and the lyrics came up on the screen.
Though I've tried before to tell her
Of the feelings I have for her in my heart
Every time that I come near her
I just lose my nerve
As I've done from the start
Every little thing she does is magic
Everything she does just turns me on
Even though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes on
Do I have to tell the story
Of a thousand rainy days since we first met
It's a big enough umbrella
But it's always me that ends up getting wet
Every little thing she does is magic
Everything she does just turns me on
Even though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes on
The music suddenly faded out. I wanted to cry. I'd never really listened to the lyrics of the song, but they were so true about us. The MC stopped and the lights came down as a spotlight shone down on me. Two hands covered my eyes and the song started again. And I heard the voice of the man I was missing in my ear, sweetly singing to me.
I resolve to call her up a thousand times a day
And ask her if she'll marry me in some old fashioned way.
But my silent fears have gripped me
Long before I reach the phone
Long before my tongue has tripped me
Must I always be alone?
I stood up and turned around, dropping my roses. The lights were turned up, and there was Jack, on one knee with a heart shaped box outstretched in his hand. I was speechless. Tears were streaming down my face. He'd had this planned all along. Taking my hand, he placed the ring on my finger asked,
"Samantha Carter, you are my love and you are my life. I've been waiting for the right time to ask you this question. You have seen the best and the worst of me, and yet you're still here. I've been hopelessly head over heels in love with you since the day we met. Words can't express the love I feel for you. Sam, please do me the honor of making me the happiest man on this earth and beyond. Will you marry me?"
I covered my mouth with my hands. Everyone started to cheer. I cupped his face with my hands. Yes, Yes and yes I whispered to him.
He stood up and took me in his arms and kissed me. I held on to him and kissed him back, oblivious to all the calls coming from our audience. Jack wiped the tears from my face and looked at the MC. With a little smirk, Jack asked, "She did say yes, right?"
I hit him playfully on his arm and was pulled immediately into his embrace. The MC handed me my roses and the song started up again, as the MC started to sing.
Every little thing she does is magic
Everything she does just turns me on
Even though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes on
Every little thing she does is magic
Everything she does just turns me on
Even though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes on
Every little thing
Every little thing
We swayed to the song till it ended. Immediately, we were bombarded by all of our friends. Cassie and Janet wanting to see the ring Jack had gotten me and took me to the side. I didn't care what it looked like. Jack had asked me to marry him, and he had asked me in front of our family and friends. I turned around and saw Daniel and Teal'c giving Jack a hug as General Hammond and Dad waited their turn.
Dad came up to me and I asked, "You knew about this, didn't you?" Giving me a hug, he smiled. "The man's old fashion. He wanted to get my approval before he even attempted to ask you. He's a lucky man and he knows it. Sammy, I'm happy for both of you. You both deserve all the happiness in the world. You guys earned it."
I shook my head. "Dad, I'm the lucky one. He loves me for me. He's seen me at my best and at my worse and he still wants me. I'm still blown away by that. He loves my faults and my little quirks and he would never ask me to change. No Dad, I'm the lucky one."
Daniel and Teal'c each said their congratulations and gave me hugs. Daniel cracked that I shouldn't wear such a sparkler off world. I might signal a ship passing by. I laughed and was surprised to feel to arms around my waist as someone started to nuzzle my neck.
"Excuse me, but this lady is taken, so I suggest you try your line someplace else," Jack said.
He continued to nuzzle my neck as I leaned into him. I handed Daniel my roses and he rolled his eyes, saying to get a room as he walked away. Jack looked at him. "Jealous space monkey?"
I started to chuckle and turned around.
"I should be mad at you. You had everyone in on this little plan of yours, and you made me think all these bad things about Thor when all along you knew you were going to be here. I really thought I was going to spend another birthday alone," I said.
"Never alone, Never again. God, I was scared you were going to say no. That's why I picked a public place where you couldn't say no. I thought this day was never going to end. I drove your Dad, General Hammond, Daniel and Teal'c crazy all day with my worries. They even threaten to send me to off world permanently if I didn't stop worrying. They're really great friends. I appreciate each of them, but I love you and I'm so happy you said yes," Jack said.
"There should never have been a doubt. If you hadn't asked me tonight, I was going to ask you at the SGC in front of everyone so you couldn't say no. I just didn't know if you ever wanted to get married again," I said.
"I wanted to ask you that night after my retirement, but I didn't want to rush you," Jack said.
"I would have said yes then you know. I've loved you for so long that I can't even remember what my life was like before I came to the SGC. You make my life complete, don't ever forget that," I told him.
He smiled and kissed me again. I took him by the hand and we sat down. As we were watching Teal'c sing, I whispered into his ear, "You still have to sing a whole song to me you know. It's my party and it's supposed to be one of my presents."
He smiled. "I know I have to. Let's just wait for my turn." I asked what he was going to sing and he said to wait and see.
TBC
Disclaimer: All publicity recognizable characters and places are the property of MGM, World Gekko Corp and Double Secret Productions. This piece of fan fiction was created for entertainment not monetary purposes and no infringement on copyrights or trademarks was intended. Also the Song doesn't belong to me either but I don't think the police will send out the police on me. Copyright: The original characters, situations, and story are the property of the author. Copyrighted on March 12, 2004 by Lilly Saenz Author's Notes: I love The Police and always thought this was one of the cutest songs ever, loved the lyrics and just the whole feel of it. I wondered how Jack would ask Sam to marry him. This is my take.
It's my party and I'll cry if I want to. That's exactly what I want to do. What was supposed to be the most wonderful birthday has turned out to be like the rest that I've known. I'm alone and without the one I love.
This year was supposed to be different. I was going to spend it with Jack. He had retired last year right after my birthday. There was a big party, and even though he was retiring from the Air Force, he would still be working for the SGC as a consultant. I was given SG1 and we kept it to a three-person team, with Jack coming along occasionally when he was needed. The party was great. We all had a great time dancing, toasting, and singing the Colonel's praises. He was very attentive that night and asked me to stop calling him Sir and to use his first name. I smiled and said only if he called me Sam. The party was winding down and the DJ was announcing the last dance when I felt a hand on my shoulder. I looked up and saw those brown eyes that always made me melt. He asked me to dance and we did, oblivious to all that were still there watching us. There were no rules or regulations holding us back and it felt good to feel free.
I offered to give him a ride home since Daniel had left early with Teal'c. When we arrived at his house, I asked him if he had a good time. He said it seemed like such a waste since he would be still working at the SGC. I said no, it wasn't a waste to celebrate such a wonderful career and that he should be proud of all he had accomplished. He reached out and took my hand and told me that meant more to him then any old party. He asked if I wanted to come in for some coffee and I said yes.
We never got to the coffee. We barely made it up the porch. We both attacked each other and when morning came, we found ourselves in each other's arms in his living room.
It only got better from that day on. We spent every day I wasn't off world together. We finally made it up to the cabin and went fishing. I never thought we could be so happy. But, even though thinking about the past year made me grin, I felt so sad not to have Jack with me now.
We were going to go out and celebrate my birthday with everyone. Even Dad had gotten some down time from the Tok'ra and was joining us for my party. It was at a new Karoke Club that had opened up a couple of months ago.
When the Karoke Club had opened, Teal'c had insisted we all go to the Grand Opening so he could see what Karoke was all about. Daniel, Janet, Cassie, Teal'c, Jack and I all went. Janet and I got up and sang some duets. Teal'c did a couple of numbers, and even Daniel got suckered into singing with Cassie. But, as much as I tried Jack would not sing. Saying that he didn't want the place to close down because of his feeble attempt at singing.
Jack never went back to the Karoke Bar with us, saying he would rather stay home and watch old Simpson reruns then be subjected to Teal'c and Daniel singing. I would join the gang occasionally, but vowed that I would get Jack to come one day and sing to me.
My birthday was coming up and I already knew what I wanted. I wanted a party at the Karoke Bar with my friends and family and I wanted Jack to sing to me. He promised me a trip to Hawaii, but I insisted that all I wanted was the party or nothing at all. He relented and said he would give me my wish only because he loved me. So Janet was in charge of inviting everyone and I was going to get my wish.
My birthday had arrived and I was greeted with soft kisses up and down my neck as Jack hummed the happy birthday song. I giggled and thanked him. We were in the middle of some heavy intimate moments when Jack's cell phone rang.
"This had better be real important or I'm hanging up," Jack answered while I kept nuzzling his neck and trailing my fingers down his chest.
Grabbing my hand for me to stop, he answered, "General, oh good morning. What? No I was suppose to have today off. It's Sam's birthday. Trouble with the Asguard, and Thor requested me personally?"
He looked at me and sighed, closing his eyes. He started to get up and get dress. "I understand Sir and I'm sure she will too. I'll be there in 1 hour."
I was not a happy camper. I sat up in the middle of the bed and asked what was the emergency? Jack explained to me that Thor had just contacted the SGC saying he needed his help immediately. He had sent a message through the Stargate. I asked if he knew how long he would be gone, and if he would be back for the party. He looked at me and said he would try everything he could to get this resolved today, but he couldn't make any promises. Trying to give me a kiss, I turned my face away. With a sigh, he went into the bathroom and turned on the shower. Jack was being taken away on my birthday and it wasn't fair.
I got up and got dressed and was looking outside when he put his arms around me. He had just gotten out of the shower and was still wet. "I'm sorry honey, I know how much this party means to you, but some things just can't be helped. I'll talk to Thor about his timing and you know I'll try my best to get back to you to celebrate your birthday. If I can't, I'll make it up to you."
I turned around and gave him a hug. I said I had a lot of things to take care of since we weren't going to be together and that I should just go to the mountain with him. He nodded no and went to his drawer and pulled out a red envelope. Inside was an all day pass for the new spa in town. Jack had gotten me the works. He said he wanted me to have a day of luxury on my birthday and that I deserved it.
So I spent the whole day at the spa in a fowl mood. My personal assistant was named Bridget and she helped me get around to all the different treatments that were offered with my package. Bridget tried everything she could to make me feel better, but I wasn't into it. She said that I looked like a million bucks but I didn't feel like it. Nothing would change the fact that I was going to probably spend my birthday alone again.
After my day of luxury, I went back to Jack's house. I checked the messages to see if Jack had called. There was a message from Cassie and Janet wishing me Happy Birthday and Janet asking me to call her when I had a chance. Teal'c and Daniel had also called and wished me happy birthday and to apologize for Thor's bad timing. I called Janet back and she promised to pick me up at 7:00. I told her I didn't know if I wanted to celebrate if Jack wasn't going to be there. She said if she had to drag me out of that house in my pj's and fuzzy slippers she would.
So here I am getting ready for a party I didn't want to go to because Jack wouldn't be there to share it with me. I put on the dress Jack had picked out for me the last time we went shopping and said he wanted to see me in the dress for my birthday. It was black, short and very sexy. Looking at myself in the mirror, I was having second thoughts of wearing it since Jack wasn't going to be there to enjoy it.
Janet walked in and put her hands on her waist. "Wow! You look great. Enough of that mopping missy, it's your birthday and were going to celebrate." I was still frowning and Janet said, "That frown your wearing is just your halo turned upside down."
I laughed at her little quote. "My halo's a little dented after all the evil thoughts I've about Thor for ruining my birthday". The phone rang. Picking it up, I answered. "Jack is it you? Are you through with the Asguard?"
"Hey, Birthday girl I just wanted to check in with you. It's going to take longer then I thought. Thor let me go back through the gate to give you a call. Thor sends his apologies. I'm sorry to Sam. I really wanted to be there," Jack said.
I didn't say anything and tried to sound cheerful and told him it was all right that I understood duty came before fun. I said I had to go since Janet was already pushing me out the door and I would see him when he got back.
"I love you Sam, and you know I would give anything to be there with you tonight. I'll make it up to you, I promise," Jack said.
I said I loved him too and I would be missing him and to get back soon.
Janet and I arrived at the Karoke Bar and everyone was there. Dad had arrived with Teal'c and General Hammond. Dad gave me a big hug and wished me a happy birthday and told me he was sorry Jack wouldn't be there to celebrate with us. Daniel had picked up Cassie since she wasn't ready when Janet had left to pick me up. Janet had reserved 2 huge tables that surrounded the stage and everyone was picking out songs to sing.
I was actually having a good time, but said I didn't want to sing today. Everyone sang, even my dad.
The MC made an announcement. He asked if a Samantha Carter was here and if so, to step up on the stage. I looked at Janet and nodded no. Everyone at the table started pointing at me as they clapped and whistled. I was embarrassed, and I didn't want to sing. But SG3 literally picked me up and placed me on the stage, facing the MC. I finally admitted that I was Samantha Carter.
He made it a point to tell everyone it was my birthday and that everyone should sing Happy Birthday. After everyone was finished singing, I tried to get back to my seat, but was only pulled back by the MC.
"Samantha Carter, I have a gift here for you, but first I need you to sit down on the chair in the middle of the dance floor," he said.
I walked to the chair and sat down. He then asked one of the waitresses to bring out my gift. It turned out to be 12 long stem roses. He placed them on my lap and asked me to read the card.
I pulled the card out of the envelope and saw Jack's handwriting. I started to feel tears welling up in my eyes I read to myself what the card said.
'We're both celebrating your life today, and I'm grateful every day that you were born. I hope we'll be together for many more. You mean the world to me, so don't every forget that. Love always, Jack.'
Tears started to run down my check. I quietly said that they were from Jack. Everyone in the room had smiles on their faces. Then to my surprise, the MC said that the person who sent me the roses wanted him to sing a special song for his special lady. I looked up and waited to see what the MC would be singing to me.
The beginning strains of the Police's "Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic" started to play, and the lyrics came up on the screen.
Though I've tried before to tell her
Of the feelings I have for her in my heart
Every time that I come near her
I just lose my nerve
As I've done from the start
Every little thing she does is magic
Everything she does just turns me on
Even though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes on
Do I have to tell the story
Of a thousand rainy days since we first met
It's a big enough umbrella
But it's always me that ends up getting wet
Every little thing she does is magic
Everything she does just turns me on
Even though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes on
The music suddenly faded out. I wanted to cry. I'd never really listened to the lyrics of the song, but they were so true about us. The MC stopped and the lights came down as a spotlight shone down on me. Two hands covered my eyes and the song started again. And I heard the voice of the man I was missing in my ear, sweetly singing to me.
I resolve to call her up a thousand times a day
And ask her if she'll marry me in some old fashioned way.
But my silent fears have gripped me
Long before I reach the phone
Long before my tongue has tripped me
Must I always be alone?
I stood up and turned around, dropping my roses. The lights were turned up, and there was Jack, on one knee with a heart shaped box outstretched in his hand. I was speechless. Tears were streaming down my face. He'd had this planned all along. Taking my hand, he placed the ring on my finger asked,
"Samantha Carter, you are my love and you are my life. I've been waiting for the right time to ask you this question. You have seen the best and the worst of me, and yet you're still here. I've been hopelessly head over heels in love with you since the day we met. Words can't express the love I feel for you. Sam, please do me the honor of making me the happiest man on this earth and beyond. Will you marry me?"
I covered my mouth with my hands. Everyone started to cheer. I cupped his face with my hands. Yes, Yes and yes I whispered to him.
He stood up and took me in his arms and kissed me. I held on to him and kissed him back, oblivious to all the calls coming from our audience. Jack wiped the tears from my face and looked at the MC. With a little smirk, Jack asked, "She did say yes, right?"
I hit him playfully on his arm and was pulled immediately into his embrace. The MC handed me my roses and the song started up again, as the MC started to sing.
Every little thing she does is magic
Everything she does just turns me on
Even though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes on
Every little thing she does is magic
Everything she does just turns me on
Even though my life before was tragic
Now I know my love for her goes on
Every little thing
Every little thing
We swayed to the song till it ended. Immediately, we were bombarded by all of our friends. Cassie and Janet wanting to see the ring Jack had gotten me and took me to the side. I didn't care what it looked like. Jack had asked me to marry him, and he had asked me in front of our family and friends. I turned around and saw Daniel and Teal'c giving Jack a hug as General Hammond and Dad waited their turn.
Dad came up to me and I asked, "You knew about this, didn't you?" Giving me a hug, he smiled. "The man's old fashion. He wanted to get my approval before he even attempted to ask you. He's a lucky man and he knows it. Sammy, I'm happy for both of you. You both deserve all the happiness in the world. You guys earned it."
I shook my head. "Dad, I'm the lucky one. He loves me for me. He's seen me at my best and at my worse and he still wants me. I'm still blown away by that. He loves my faults and my little quirks and he would never ask me to change. No Dad, I'm the lucky one."
Daniel and Teal'c each said their congratulations and gave me hugs. Daniel cracked that I shouldn't wear such a sparkler off world. I might signal a ship passing by. I laughed and was surprised to feel to arms around my waist as someone started to nuzzle my neck.
"Excuse me, but this lady is taken, so I suggest you try your line someplace else," Jack said.
He continued to nuzzle my neck as I leaned into him. I handed Daniel my roses and he rolled his eyes, saying to get a room as he walked away. Jack looked at him. "Jealous space monkey?"
I started to chuckle and turned around.
"I should be mad at you. You had everyone in on this little plan of yours, and you made me think all these bad things about Thor when all along you knew you were going to be here. I really thought I was going to spend another birthday alone," I said.
"Never alone, Never again. God, I was scared you were going to say no. That's why I picked a public place where you couldn't say no. I thought this day was never going to end. I drove your Dad, General Hammond, Daniel and Teal'c crazy all day with my worries. They even threaten to send me to off world permanently if I didn't stop worrying. They're really great friends. I appreciate each of them, but I love you and I'm so happy you said yes," Jack said.
"There should never have been a doubt. If you hadn't asked me tonight, I was going to ask you at the SGC in front of everyone so you couldn't say no. I just didn't know if you ever wanted to get married again," I said.
"I wanted to ask you that night after my retirement, but I didn't want to rush you," Jack said.
"I would have said yes then you know. I've loved you for so long that I can't even remember what my life was like before I came to the SGC. You make my life complete, don't ever forget that," I told him.
He smiled and kissed me again. I took him by the hand and we sat down. As we were watching Teal'c sing, I whispered into his ear, "You still have to sing a whole song to me you know. It's my party and it's supposed to be one of my presents."
He smiled. "I know I have to. Let's just wait for my turn." I asked what he was going to sing and he said to wait and see.
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