There were 3 new arrivals today, a special agent from the Central Intelligence Agency, a war tested biological engineer Marine and a hot shot Air Force fighter pilot. Quite the group. What did these three have in common? John couldn't see anything. Also why was Sam requesting people with such a specialized set of skills? Wasn't he a good enough pilot for her? He casually flipped through each file.

Special Agent Sharon L. Green

Location: Memphis, TN

DOB: March, 11 1980

Height & Weight: 5'5'' 120lbs

Position: Director of Special Cases

Staff Sergeant Eva R. Doyle

Location: Yakima, WA

DOB: June 1, 1987

Height & Weight: 5'8'' 140lbs

Position: Biological Engineer

Captain Ana Bauer

Location: Syracuse, NY

DOB: June 26, 1990

Height & Weight: 5'6'' 130lbs

Position: F-22 Pilot

Closing the folder, John sat back in his chair. What were they going to do with three new girls? He couldn't help but smirk, he certainly could think of something to do with three new girls, none of which were very professional. Shaking his head he pushed himself up to go meet the Col. Carter before they welcomed their new arrivals.

"John! I'm glad you found time to come by, I know these are your favorite things." Sam said attempting to hide a smile. She knew the Colonel loved teasing the new comers.

"Well you know, I had to clear up my schedule, but I knew how important it was to you that I was here, you know, being second in command and all." John replied not at all trying to hide his grin. Sam shook her head.

"Someone needs to knock you off your pedestal Colonel; perhaps our young Captain can teach you a few things?" She smiled as she brushed past him and headed down to the main gate floor. John scowled and quickly followed after her.

The Gate sprang to life and a few of Atlantis's inhabitants had gathered around to see the new staff. The first one through was the CIA agent, Sharon Green. Naturally she was dressed smartly in a flattering business suit. Black slacks and a black blazer buttoned tightly around her waist. She had a white button up shirt on underneath, the top button undone, to revile just enough to peak interests. Her brown hair was pulled up in a tight smooth bun, her bangs swooped to the side and pinned. She had a youthful face, but her eyes gave away her age, and all the things she had done in her life. They were dark green and sad. She carried a single brief case in her hand; the rest of her things would arrive later on a RCV. She walked straight up to Col. Carter.

"Col. Carter I assume, it is a pleasure to be here." She said professionally, extending her hand. She had a friendly smile.

"Welcome Miss. Green, we are glad to have you here." Sam replied. "This is Col. Sheppard, my Second in Command."

"Ah yes, I was told Atlantis was military run. Nice to meet you Colonel." She added shortly, but not offering her hand, instead she took the time to survey her surroundings. "If you wouldn't mind Colonel, I'd love to set my things up and get started right away." Turning to face Carter again she gave her a look that Carter assumed meant she wasn't planning to waste any time here.

"Of course, Corporal Mason will show you to your quarters." With that she was gone. John leaned over to Sam.

"Friendly aint she?" They both laughed slightly.

"Just because she does not share your particular sense of humor and all together lack of urgency, does not mean she is not perfectly friendly." Carter shot back. John gripped his heart as if he had just been shot and looked hurt.

Suddenly the gate wavered and a second body stepped through. It was the Staff Sergeant. Dress in Marine camo, she looked petite, with long legs and a long neck and angular face. Her face looked young and not so war weathered as John would have assumed. Her hair was dark drown and pulled into a tight gelled bun. As soon as she stepped through the gate, she immediately was taken by his surroundings. Turning in a slow circle she walked backwards until she was suddenly standing right in front of John. Snapping into attention she saluted.

"Sir, Staff Sergeant Doyle reports for duty!" She barked exactly as she had been trained. Flinching John stepped back slightly and then pointed to Sam.

"Sergeant, she's your commander." Doyle looked horrified

"Sorry ma'am! "Ma'am Staff Sergeant Doyle reports for duty!" She repeated quickly. Sam smiled and saluted quickly back.

"At ease, Sergeant, things are a bit different around here." Sam said politely. Doyle dropped her salute and laughed.

"Yes ma'am they are, aren't they?" She looked around again. "I am ready to get to work whenever you need me to ma'am." Her face remained professional, though there was a look of wonder in her eyes.

"Of course Sgt, if you could follow Corporal Hendricks, you will take you to your quarters."

"Yes Ma'am." She went to salute again and then stopped herself, with a slight smile she left.

"Good group you have so far Sam, can't wait to see the young Captain you recruited to keep me in line." John teased. Sam didn't reply, but she had a look that made John feel uneasy.

Right on cue, the third and final arrival stepped through the gate. The first though John had was that there was no way that girl was a Captain in the Air Force. She stood there in her flight suit that fit her way better than any military uniform should fit. She had dark red hair that was pulled back in a loose braid, her bands falling out and hanging on the sides of her face. She had an oval shaped fast with bright ice blue eyes you could see from a mile away. She walked gracefully in combat boots and had a tantalizing smile with soft pink lips. She walked straight up to Carter, saluted quickly then stood at ease.

"I am sorry for my appearance Colonel, I had been ushered straight from a flight and had no time to make myself presentable." She glanced at John. "You must be Col. Sheppard? Pleasure to meet you sir." She held out her small hands. Her skin was smooth as ivory. John took it, and had a hard time letting go.

"Pleasures mine Captain." Was all he managed before Sam interrupted.

"We are very excited you accepted our invitation, we could really use your skill around here." Sam said pulled the Captain from John and walking her down the call. "We have a lot to discuss before I can let you get comfortable." They disappeared around a corner.

John stood there, everyone dispersing back to their jobs. This was going to be interesting for sure.