11 Months ago
"So here I am" she thought to herself. She was surrounded by 50 eager new recruits for this top secret mission. Icarus base. Her brother in law was a professor of ancient Greek mythology at Colombia. She could briefly remembered him telling her the story of Deadalus and Icarus. The story of the young boy who wanted to fly. But all he ended up doing was falling to the ground. Whilst all his father could do was weep. It seemed a bad omen to her to name the base after such a story. Especially after she was finally told what the mission was. To dial the ninth chevron and go further than any human had been before. She wondered if this was it. This was the point where they would fall and realise maybe we were like that naive and innocent child who died because he didn't know his own limits. That had always been her problem. She'd never know when to stop. It always got her into trouble.
She looked out the window. This chasm reminded her of the Grand Canyon which she'd visited once back on earth. Only it was a thousand times bigger. She looked down and saw a thousand years of this planet's history embedded in the rocks. She could also feel the power of the planet hum around her. She could hear a low hum as well as the rocks which vibrated with a strange kind of force. The mission briefing on earth had explained that they were going to use the power, this planet exerted to power the stargate to the new address that had been discovered. She felt excited. Years ago the Johanssons must have been pioneers because she couldn't wait to explore. She hoped also that out there was even more advanced medical technology or maybe a new alien herb that could cure cancer. To Johansson the possibilities seemed endless. Although she couldn't get rid of her misgiving that maybe we had gone too far. "It's just a name" she told herself
"Um excuse me" said a deep but unknown voice.
TJ looked up and stared at the man addressing her
"Did you have a question?" the voice enquired.
She realised just that her new CO had been giving them all a briefing about the base and what they were all expected to do whilst she was here. She was supposed to have been paying attention. Not daydreaming about ancient Greek legends and rock formations. Now her new CO was going to think she was an idiot. So much for a good first impression "Ok" she thought calming herself as much as possible "All I have to do is to think of an intelligent question and MAYBE I can save this situation.
"Is the sickbay well stocked?" she said relieved that she'd came up with a question that made sense as the MO this was vital information for her. She just had to now pray he hadn't already mentioned it.
He smiled and replied "Yes it is but once, you've had a look-over all the supplies you can tell me if there's anything missing and I'll contact Earth and make sure we get what you need."
"Thanks sir" she said whilst breathing a sigh of relief. She'd managed to save herself from embarrassment. She listened intently to the briefing now hoping she'd catch up on what she'd missed.
"Any more questions" said her new CO. 30 people put their hands up. TJ noticed that there were two IOA members present who were noticeably trying to throw her new CO of balance and make him sound like a dumb marine who wasn't capable of leadership. Despite this he managed to stay cool and calm and answer everyone's question so that even when he said he didn't know. He did it in a way that made people appreciate that this mission was an unknown.
She saw that her new CO seemed to have infinite patience and she was impressed by his calm stature and commanding heir. She estimated he was in his forties with dark hair and blues eyes. She had to admit he was quite handsome if a little old for her. But age never bothered her.
Unfortunately she always seemed to be attracted to older guys who were often married and often treated her like nothing more than a sex object and never saw her as more than a blonde with big tits. She wanted a real relationship that was more than just sex. She wanted to feel connected to someone. Someone who could look past her looks and see she was an intelligent and kind person who was worth more than a quick thrill.
After her new CO had finished answering a question about the toilet facilities from a scientist who seemed too concerned about the condition of the toilets on the base. She made a mental note to expect to see him in sickbay soon. One man who she knew was Matthew Scott because they'd spoken on the trip to Icarus asked "So when do we expect this mission to this new address to happen?" Everyone seemed to sit up at this moment and focus entirely on what her new CO was saying. For one moment during the whole interview he looked embarrassed but he immediately chuckled quietly and replied "Well Rush is still working on the finer details and he says it will happen soon. If you want something more specific you can talk to him."
TJ had to contain herself when she saw the two IOA members put their hands up. It was like two bullets being shot in the air simultaneously. If synchronised hand rising was an Olympic event these two would have won a gold medal.
"Yes" said her new CO.
"Where do we find him" they both said together at the same time and with the same shrill tone. "These two had really missed their calling as a double act" TJ thought as she tried to suppress her giggles. Her new CO looked at her with an expression that should have been firm but he had a small grin and she could tell he was having the same problem she was. This was good. They had a similar sense of humour. He answered their question and after that everyone was done.
Everyone got up and walked towards the door but of course because TJ had been daydreaming through most of the briefing. She had no idea where she was supposed to go. She looked around panicked. However her new CO tapped her on the shoulder and she felt a small spark where his hand had been.
"Do you want to see sickbay?" he asked.
"Yes" she replied pleased at the fact she wouldn't have to follow someone and blindly hope she was meant to be going in the same direction they were.
They walked out of the room together and he said "You're the new MO. That's good. We need one. It's great you're here because it's hard to justify to a MO"
"Why" enquired Lt Johansen. She'd been informed that this mission was going to be dangerous and danger in her profession often meant work for her.
He sighed and said "I think you'll get plenty of work and drama when we dial this address but until then the main problem you will have to deal with headaches. The problem is as I'm told there's a lack of medical officers and there are places where a lot of people needs an MO a hell of lot more than we do"
"Oh, and you have no idea when that will be." she stated. She understood before this mission she hadn't really had a permanent assignment she'd just be sent somewhere. A war struck planet with a lot of casualties, a planet with a serious epidemic or an SG team that had gone missing she'd go on a search and rescue mission with an SG team. It was one of the reasons she agreed to this mission. She wanted a break from it all albeit there was nothing more satisfying that knowing the people you were looking after were going to be ok. Whether they were human, asgard or jafa. But sometimes you could do very little or nothing to help the people you're assigned to and then when it ends badly you have to shake your head and pretend that didn't happen and focus on the new group of people that need your help. She just needed a chance to stop and take in all that had happened so she could move on. So a post that was permanent seemed ideal and she was actually relieved by what he was saying maybe she'd find some peace at last.
"None whatsoever" he smiled "It all depends on Rush and, if he'll ever figure out how to power the gate. It's very frustrating having to explain to my superiors and the IOA why there's such a huge delay." He stopped suddenly
"What's going on" TJ tried to say but Young just put his finger to her lips. She felt another spark as he touched her and wished she knew why this was happening. Why she already felt so at ease with him? The she heard it a huge yell
"Get the **** out of my lab" someone yelled with a Scottish accent.
"What was that" TJ said astonished.
"That was revenge for the four hour meeting I had to endure with 10 IOA members asking about why this project wasn't moving anywhere" he laughed and she joined in. It was strange but she'd knew she was going to get on really well with her CO. He took her to the sickbay where she saw that the sickbay was well stocked but she thought she should do with some trioxylene but she had enough diaparthin to last her at least 10 years.
TJ and Young continued to talk to each other as they went and had dinner together. She mentioned she'd been daydreaming during the briefing and he filled her in what she missed. He didn't even seem annoyed but just said "It's a lot to take in, being out here on such a crazy mission."
"Yeah" she agreed
He took her to her room as she had no idea where it was. "Well it was nice to meet you" he said genuinely and not looking at her tits which was always a bonus. "Thanks, you too" They shook hands and there it was again that spark. She twitched slightly.
"I forgot to tell you about the static electricity didn't I" said Young
"What?" TJ replied.
"The static electricity it's a side effect of drawing on the planet's power. It irritates everyone even though I'm kind of used to it by now. Everyone's constantly getting hit by it. It's funny how many men and women complain about having frizzy hair."
"Yeah I guess so, It's not much of a problem for you sir, is it" TJ said not believing how cheeky she was being.
"Guess you're right, goodnight" he smiled broadly.
TJ went into her room and lay on the bed. She couldn't stop smiling she felt so happy. She didn't think she'd ever meet anyone who she communicated with so well. She just had to hope the sparks really were just static electricity. She felt her hair and understood why people were complaining. Oh well I don't have to look in a mirror for a while. She lay down and she started daydreaming about her future. It's funny that they now all contained her new CO
A/N wow first chapter done wow I loved writing this but I have homework damn. Oh well please review. I hope you all like it. Oh by the way the medicines are completely made up I have no idea if they actually exist.
