Disclaimer: I don't own Stargate or any of its Characters or plots. I mean no infringement; this is for personal benefit only.
Author's Notes: Penelope the Perky Penguin had a song challenge at the start of the year. I did Girls Night In to a song by Pink –Raise Your Glass; at the last minute I added in Evan Lorne as some personal snark (he was not part of the original- can ya believe that?). So thus spun the tail of Secret Admirer. Then for St. Patrick's Day I wanted to do a Boy's Night, so I began with a song... and several songs later I ended up with Glee on Youtube, that lead me to another Robin Thickie song.. But for some reason this one HIT me... and another story was born. Not to worry my Boy's Night is not lost, it will actually continue on from this, only with Sheppard as the main character. So enjoy another Sequel in my Evan/Jenn series (because I don't think I am ready to end them just yet.)
-Inspired by the song: Lost Without U by Robin Thickie
-Thank you for the help- Bailey1ak for making a few rules and to Copter for my beautiful sig for this fic on GW, Race-the-Ace for Rule No.2.
-Thank you to Ladygris because with her eyes this reads sooo much better.
LOST WITHOUT YOU
Evan threw himself up against the wall. His mind raced a million miles a minute. Why did SHE have to go?
The weeks after their first date had gone so well, he felt like he floated on a cloud when he was with her. The long walks on the pier, stolen moments in the hallways off the infirmary and slow kisses only heightened his feeling for her.
Now, he turned and faced the wall, pounding out his frustration.
48 hours ago…
John stood before a fresh group of Marines from the Daedalus with Ronon and Evan flanking him. He cleared his throat and began his speech.
"I am Lt. Colonel John Sheppard. Let's just start by saying this is not like any an assignment you have ever had. With that said, we have a few rules that must be followed to the letter.
"First, we never leave a man or women behind. EVER. Second, always, ALWAYS protect the Geek. Do I make myself clear? They must come back in one piece every time. Third rule, never miss a check-in. You've got a thirty minute window before this city is put on alert. Everyone IS that important.
"Fourth Rule of Atlantis, if you're with the Doc, your check in window is ten minutes. If you're one second late, know that three teams of Marines will be coming through that gate to get her back. She is never—and I mean NEVER—to be left alone. When she travels off world, this whole city is on stand-by, so you better follow rule number one and two.
"And the final rule. I know we are out here isolated, alone, and under constant stress of attack, but there is no excuse to harass the women. It will not be tolerated. Since the men outnumber the women here three to one, we have relaxed a lot of the fraternization rules. But when one of our ladies says no, you need to listen, or Ronon here has offered to be every girl's BIG BROTHER if she is having a problem. Do you understand?"
Ronon stood next to John, fisting his hands and glaring at the men. The point was understood as a few men paled at his sheer size.
"And now I hand it over to my Second, Major Evan Lorne. John handed the data pad to Evan and left the room with a half salute.
Lorne knew the drill, the talk with Sheppard, the growl from Ronon then check-in, which included a few more training lessons and a trip to the infirmary. He split the recruits into smaller groups. Rolling his eyes, he went through the training list.
-McKay's world of information: 'DON'T TOUCH: This means you'
-Tour of the city: Places we can and can't go. An Explorer's Guide
-Manners in the Pegasus Galaxy: How to not get yourself killed, eaten or captured off-world
-E-mail and Contact with the other galaxy: What you can and cannot say
-So you think you can operate ancient equipment?
-Puddle Jumper Driver's Ed for Beginners
- It's not just a plant or rock: WHY WE TOUCH NOTHING!
-ALL bugs are bad
And finally, -MEET and Greet the Wraith: Your new neighbors
Lorne shook his head; John had way too much time on his hands to keep coming up with these crazy titles. He did have to admit it put everyone at ease for the first day. After three weeks locked up on a ship and then with another three weeks of serious hard-core training ahead of them, it was nice to lighten up for a few hours.
The Major took his group to their first training, then a stop in the infirmary before lunch and more training.
oOOo
Evan leaned against the wall of the infirmary as he watched Jenn and her team run the gamut of tests on the newbies. For most, this was their first encounter with ancient technology, and the day would end in a mind-numbing experience.
Lorne watched as Jennifer checked and rechecked names with numbers to ensure correct data for each patient. When she felt Evan's eyes watching her, she stopped to give him a wink and small smile before she completed her task, moving on to the next person. Evan wondered how he got so lucky as he gave her a quick smile back.
"No really, I want to see the head doctor! I am not letting a trainee do my check-in," the arrogant Captain's voice berated Jennifer.
Lorne kept his stance against the wall. It happened every time, and he'd learned when to step in and when to let Jennifer handle it. He waited for her signal.
"Sir, I am more than qualified to handle your exam." Jennifer held her ground before the Captain.
"I want to see your supervisor. You know, the one who's older and more experienced than you." The smirk on his face received a warning glance from Lorne.
Jennifer simply called for another nurse to come and assist her.
"What? Are you calling your buddy over? I asked for your supervisor," the Captain continued to berate as he reached for Jennifer's forearm.
Before the Captain was able to make contact, his arm was forcibly pushed behind him and locked in place. The Major leaned in close to speak. "You don't touch 'Doc' without her permission," he growled.
The Captain's eyes went wide in confusion as Jennifer began speaking. "Captain….. Johnson" she said looking at her data pad. "I think what the Major is trying to say is that, as the CMO of this base and his girlfriend, any inappropriate touching will get you a one-way ticket back to Earth." She passed the data pad to her attending nurse. "Could you finish his exam? I need to tend to more important matters. It was a pleasure to meet you, Captain. I hope you don't decide to visit us again too soon. I never forget a face."
Lorne followed Jennifer into her office and closed the door behind them.
Jennifer let out the breath she was holding as Evan's arms wrapped around her. "Every time," she sighed. "One day, I'm gonna get Sheppard to put me in the introduction meeting so I don't have to go through this." She jabbed her finger at Evan's chest, emphasizing her point.
Evan lifted her chin and placed a small kiss on her lips. "I think you're getting better with the comebacks. I think the Colonel is starting to wear off on you," he smiled as his arms tightened around her waist, taking in the closeness of the moment. "Hey, I have to get back out there before they try anything else stupid."
"Ev," Jenn called for him, "thanks."
Evan stopped when he reached the door and turned to face her, "My pleasure," he winked.
TBC~