This story is for flowerfairies who requested one set in the Air Force Academy. This is unlike anything I have done before and I would be interested in what you think. Can I just say that I have never been to the Academy nor did I go to an American college. I did a little bit of research but this is not based on the real thing as that would be really difficult for me to write. If you can't stand SG1 characters in another situation than the SGC then turn back now, you have been warned. For those who want to try then come and join me on a journey with the SGC gang plus a few other characters for your enjoyment. Thanks for reading.

Chapter 1.

The cafeteria was buzzing, as it always was on the first day of a new year. Cadets milled around the room to register for classes and to get the keys for their new accommodation. Some, who had clearly been there the previous year, were loud and raucous as they greeted friends who had been on the opposite side of the country for the summer vacation. Others were less sure of themselves. They looked around warily, unsure of where exactly they were to go or whom they might meet.

One corner was a pre-arranged spot where a group of older cadets were to meet. The first to arrive was a tall, fit, black man. His eyes seemed to take in everything at once and yet did not look at one place for more than a split second. He stood at least 6 inches above his fellow cadets, several of whom backed away in a mixture of fear and awe.

"O'Neill," the man boomed as he saw his friend coming into the room with his duffel bag swung over his left shoulder. The cadet saw the big guy, Teal'c, and made his way over to him. He was also tall, but not as tall as his friend. He had light brown hair and a walk that spoke of confidence and a smidgen of arrogance.

"T!" O'Neill spoke in greeting as he approached his friend. "How's it hangin'?"

"It is hanging well, O'Neill." The two bumped fists as a way of saying hello.

"Good! Charlie and Lou called. The old beast died again just outside of Denver. They said to get our dorm keys and they'd meet us later."

"I have already acquired our keys."

"Right, let's get going then. I need to see Sara and soon! I tell ya, T, a whole summer in Minnesota without your woman is not good for a guy."

"Indeed!" Teal'c inclined his head and picked up his gear. Both men then walked to separate tables to register for their respective classes and then met up at the exit.

Jack O'Neill had wanted to be part of the Air Force since before he could remember and was in his element at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. He felt, for the first time, that he had found like-minded people and he had also found the love of his life. He was now a Junior and was getting the chance to live on the edge of campus in one of the self-catering apartments that the Air Force had. He would be sharing with his three best friends, which was the best part. This year was going to be the best ever!

Teal'c was a Senior and in his final year at the Academy. Normally seniors didn't mix with juniors but Teal'c wasn't like the other cadets and had pretty much been rejected by his year group within a month of starting in Colorado. He hadn't cared, though, as ever since he'd been rescued from a refugee camp in Kenya when he was ten years old he'd been a loner. However, at the beginning of sophamore year he'd been involved in an incident when one young man had been beaten up and he and O'Neill had stepped in. From that point on Teal'c had been adopted into O'Neill's small group and they'd been inseparable ever since.

Jack and Teal'c walked over to his blue truck. It was a bit beaten up but it still ran, unlike Kawalsky's, which seemed to break down every time they wanted to go anywhere. They threw their gear in the back and got into the front seats. Just as Jack was about to close his door he spotted a group of female cadets and immediately recognised the one 'holding court' with her back to him.

Jack's heart began thumping at the first view he had of his girl. He jumped out of the truck and sprinted across the car park. He grabbed her around her middle and spun her around, kissing her fiercely, her blond hair getting wrapped around his hands. He finally put her down, whispering, "I've missed you so much, baby." He nuzzled her neck but stopped when she pushed away from him.

"Jack," she said quietly, looking away from him. "Not here. You're embarrassing me!"

Jack wasn't sure what to think. She never used to complain about his affections.

"I have to go sign in with Janet, then we get our keys. I need to go. We'll catch up soon." She blew him a kiss and walked away with a swish of her hips.

Teal'c merely stared at the scene stoically. He could predict from their body language that things were about to go very wrong in the relationship but decided to hold his tongue. His friend would not appreciate any comments.

Jack slowly walked back over to his truck, wondering what the heck was going on. He sat down in the driver's seat and Teal'c merely raised an eyebrow. Without saying a word Jack started the engine and they were soon travelling down familiar streets to the housing area at the back of the campus. There were lots of cars everywhere, full of parents dropping off their children. Jack and Teal'c waved at a few people whom they knew from the previous year as they moved from the truck to their accommodation. Their apartment was small: two bedrooms each with two beds, a small living area/kitchen, and a bathroom that was clean but that was all that could be said about it. Jack and Teal'c had already agreed to share, leaving the other room for Kawalsky and Ferretti.

After a couple of hours the boys had the place looking neat but lived in. Their quarters would be inspected frequently so they needed to make sure it was kept to a high standard. Kawalsky and Ferretti arrived with Lou, cursing the moment Charlie had decided to drive back to the Academy in his truck. They'd missed registration and would have to speak to their commander the next day – not the best impression to make at the start of a new year. Fortunately, they hadn't missed dinner. As 2nd level cadets they still attended evening meals with the others and needed to be dressed appropriately, and there was only a short time for the guys to shower before they had to go to the mess.

The mess was a very large wood-panelled room with long tables covering the floor space. There was a table where faculty members sat at the far end. The room was very noisy when they walked in, but then no one had called the room to order yet. Jack spotted Sara sitting with her roommates but she looked away from him. Something was definitely off with her.

Jack and the others moved to a free table but Jack was so distracted by Sara that he didn't look where he was going and ran right into another cadet. The cadet went down, dropping all the books he was carrying, and Jack went straight over the cadet's head. There was silence followed by laughter all around.

"Hey, Daniel!" Jack said from where he lay sprawled on the floor.

"Jack! I'm so sorry but I was reading this article… it's really fascinating…"

"Jackson! Not now," Jack snapped, getting back to his feet.

"Sorry. I saved you guys some seats over in the corner. You coming?"

"Yeah, let's go," Jack answered, following the young man. Daniel wasn't a conventional cadet; he was part of a special program the Air Force was running that encouraged people to join who normally wouldn't think of being part of the military. To that end Daniel had wild spikey hair, was clumsier that the entire class of 4th level cadets put together, and had no idea what order his ribbons went on his uniform. However, he was brilliant and was going to be a significant asset to the Air Force in the future with his linguistic skills, among his other academic achievements.

The mess was brought to order just as they reached the table. The Commander of their section gave a welcome address and dinner was served. The food wasn't anything to write home about but from Jack's perspective it was better than having to cook himself, so he quickly filled up on what was offered. Once the cadets had finished their meal the Commander dismissed them, reminding them of the 5K run taking place at sunrise the following morning. There was a good-natured groan at that announcement then people began to leave the room.

Jack and the guys started to get up when Sara and her friends came over.

"Hey," Jack said, his eyes lighting up as she came closer.

"Jack. We need to talk," Sara said, looking a little anxious.

"Sure, babe, let's take a walk. Guys, I'll be home before curfew," Jack said without looking back.

"I predict trouble," Daniel stated solemnly.

"As do I," Teal'c agreed.

A petite, brow-haired cadet walked over to their table. "Hey, boys," Janet said, swishing her long brown hair. "Anyone up for an anatomy lesson?" Daniel nearly choked on a mouthful of dinner at the innuendo, while Charlie and Lou definitely looked like they'd willingly take up the young medical student's offer.

Janet left, followed by her friends and Charlie and Lou – both with their tongues hanging out. But their night was not going to go well as they stumbled upon Jack and Sara when they got outside.

"What do you mean, we should see other people?" Jack shouted at his now ex-girlfriend.

"Jack, don't shout. You know I don't like it when you make a scene."

"Sara, everything was going well last semester and now you're telling me we're over?"

"Jack, we're young and it's the start of the new year. Fresh start, you know?"

"No, I don't know!" Jack snapped. "I had plenty of offers over the summer and never took up any of them because I had you."

"And that's the problem! I'm my own person, Jack. You don't have me."

"No, clearly I don't." Jack sighed, looking around and realising they had an audience.

"I'm sure we'll see each other around, Jack. This place is quite small. Can I trust that you'll behave if you see me out with someone else?"

Now, Jack would never hit a woman, unless they were aiming to hurt him, but both Lou and Charlie could see Sara was close to getting punched.

"Yeah, he promises," Charlie said as they both took hold of one of Jack's arms.

Jack allowed himself to be pulled from the love of his life. In the space if 5 minutes she'd effectively ruined his entire year because he had no doubt that he'd see her with someone else, probably a hell of a lot quicker than he would ever want to.

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AN: So there you have it, my new story offering. The story is quite long but is complete so hit alert if you want to be told when I post. Plan to post a chapter every couple of days. Let me know what you thought. More soon.