Summary: Carson gets married, but first there are some steps that he must first complete.

Disclaimer: I own nothing, for if I did I wouldn't overload myself with work, school and a family.

A/N: A sequel to Dating, this one has more fluff I promise, now please enjoy with my blessings and review kindly.

Dr. Carson Beckett was in the gate room waiting for the Daedalus to beam him and the other members of the Atlantis expedition back up for the three week journey back to the Pegasus Galaxy; next to him was his lovely bride to be Dr. Colleen McInnis, unfortunately she would not be returning to Atlantis this time, but with a little luck and a lot of paperwork she would be making the journey in a few months time.

"I wish you could come with my dear."

"Soon, Landry is starting the paperwork as we speak and I'm sure Woolsey would love to have me back."

"That he will, and I know I will too." He said before leaning down and capturing a kiss. The smile she gave him was enough of a comfort for him to know that he would not loose her this time and that they would be together in Atlantis again soon.

In two weeks, he had noticed such a transformation in Colleen, she smiled more and had begun eating more and thanks to his medical expertise she had also managed to start sleeping again without the help of her medications and was not using them at all. It appeared that he was the cure for what ailed her, and he was one lucky man.

"Atlantis expedition, prepare to depart in 2 minutes." The voice of Walter Harriman beamed over the loud speaker in the room, letting them all know it was time to wrap it up and get ready for departure.

"Promise me you will look after yourself."

"I promise. Write when you can."

"Everyday love, everyday." Colleen then wrapped her arms around his neck and pressed her lips firmly to his. In this room there were no regulations at least not for them and so they could show their love openly. A few whistles could be heard over the commotion in the room and that was what broke them apart. "Time for me to go."

"I'll see you soon." She stepped back and gave him the biggest smile he had ever seen from her. Then in the blink of an eye and a whoosh, the entire expedition was beamed up to Daedalus and they would soon be on their way to Atlantis.

Colleen made her way down to her lab and began looking over the samples that were recently brought back while she and Carson had been in Scotland. Looking back she had loved the surprise of the trip and her time there roaming the countryside of his family's estate and meeting his family. She absolutely loved Carson's mother Claire and was quite fond of his brothers, his sister well that was another story and it would take time for that relationship to form. Carson took her riding and shopping, even drove her past Edinburgh Castle to see it. It was sad to leave, but in the end she knew that they couldn't stay there forever.

Her computer was opened and it chimed to alert her to a new email, expecting it to be from Carson, she immediately went to open it. It wasn't from Carson but who it was from surprised her even more.

To: colleen_mcinnis_

From:jennifer_keller_

Subject: Is it true?

Colleen,

Please, please, please tell me that the rumor Rodney just told me is true; and that you are requesting a return to Atlantis. And if it is true, please tell me that it has everything to do with Carson. Its been quiet and dull since you left and the grouch that has become Carson is quite frankly harder to handle than Rodney is most days. If you changed that you would be a saint in my book. I hope to hear from you soon, and I will see you in a few weeks when its my turn to go to Earth. I have much planning to do for the wedding and I need your help.

Jennifer

Colleen was shocked, good news really did travel fast. She was looking forward to seeing Jennifer again, it had been too long since she left Atlantis and she was sure that the two would spend a few days catching up as well as talking wedding stuff. Carson had promised Colleen that he would not tell anyone and he would wait for her to arrive from Earth. It would be hard for Colleen not to do the same, especially with the ring that Carson had given her. Nothing would make her take it off no matter what so it was a strong possibility that she would tell Jennifer before her return back to Atlantis. She smiled to herself as she started a response to Jennifer.

To: jennifer_keller_

From: colleen_McInnis_

Re: Is it true?

Jennifer,

Glad to see that new still travels fast in Atlantis. Yes, the rumors are true that I have requested to return to Atlantis. I was trying to head back on the Daedalus, but that didn't happen, hopefully I will be able to return when you do. And to answer your second question it is definitely all because of Carson. I don't believe that he will be much of a grouch now, but if he is just remind him that its only a matter of time until I arrive. I'm looking forward to seeing you arrive in a few weeks. Just let me know what you need help with and I will get it altogether for you.

Colleen

Colleen sent the email then headed to the mess for lunch, it was there that Sgt. Harriman found her.

"Dr. McInnis, General Landry would like to see you."

"Of course." Colleen followed Walter from the room and towards Landry's office, hopefully he had some good news for her.

A/N: Hope you like this, and not as much angst this time I PROMISE! Please review kindly! Reviews make me type faster.