Resistance-Chapter 2
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Washington D.C., United states
"We still don't know why so many nations armies have gone on to high alert, and speculations range from nuclear war to alien invasions, but representatives continue to show up here at the white house." said Tina Dominguez , QRTZ's reporter in Washington. "So far we have confirmation that representatives from; China, The UK, France, Russia, Germany, Turkey, India, and Brazil. This group representing a massive amount of military and financial resources. We will continue to monitor the situation as it develops." She gave the camera a big smile, "Reporting for QRTZ channel 4, This is Tina Dominguez." When her camera man Joseph "Joey" Kream gave her the thumbs up, signaling they were off the air, Tina let out a deep sigh that shook her whole body.
Joey enjoyed the visual, Tina was statuesque, with large dark eyes and long wavy hair. Joey looked down at him self, he was a mess he'd been a sleep when the station called, he hadn't had time to even shower before he had to head out the door, Tina on the other hand looked perfectly put together as if this was any other day. She looks amazing, thought Joey to himself
"What do you think is going on?" Asked Joey as he swept around for some background shots, Tina shrugged her shoulders, "Who the hell knows? Its probably some asshole accidentally hitting the wrong button." Joey chuckled "Most likely." A moment passed before Joey cleared his throat "So Tina, do you want to maybe get some dinner or something, sometime?"
An awkward face came over Tina's lovely features " Sorry, Joe, Nothing against you but I don't date co-workers, it always ends badly." Joey was struggling for a way to regain his lost pride when Tina squinted at the town car that just arrived at the white house, "Who the hell is that?" She asked waving at Joey to film the man entering. He wore a United states Air Force generals uniform, and his head was balding, but he walked with his head held up high and his chest puffed out, almost like a boxer heading into the ring.
"Who ever he is I think it was the idiot who pushed the button." Said Joey doing his best not to look at Tina.
White House War room, United States
The assembled representatives sat at a long table with the President at the head, the whole room in shocked silence as the weight of what they had just been told sunk in. Not only was life on other planets real but it was on its way here to kill them all. No one shifted or even breathed too heavy afraid to set off the intense feelings in the room, but like a lighting strike, the yelling started before any one knew it.
Some of the men looked like their heads might actually explode, some demanded answers, some where threatening war, others were calling for UN sanctions. President Moore Raised his hands trying to bring everyone to order, "Please gentleman we are not going to get any where, by yelling."
Johnathan Price, the representative of the UK spoke first, his tone clipped and overly formal "Mr. President, I am not sure which part I am more upset about, the fact that your country has taken control of this "Stargate", that you didn't tell any of us, the fact that this whole command went rogue, or even still that there is an apparent alien invasion that is supposed to happen in the next few day." Senator Robert Kinsey answered him "Mr. Price, please understand we still don't know that what Dr. Jackson was saying will happen here or if the events he described even happened, we only have his word for it. This could all be a back handed attempt to keep the program running."
General Hammond glared at the senator "With all due respect Senator, If Daniel Jackson says it's true then I believe him, and you all should as well. He like the rest of us have put our lives on the line to protect this world. We at least deserve for our integrity not to be questioned "
"Regardless of whether or not this Dr. Jackson is correct I think it would be prudent for us all to prepare for the eventuality that they are right." said Sergei Adeyev, the Russian representative. "Activating out military and civilian populations like this would cost billions, who is going to pay for all of that? " asked one of the men present, "Maybe it should be the US they seem to want to reap the most from this at least they can pay for it.", asked another "What about the alerts this will send up do we just not tell our people?" "How can we tell them when we don't know if this is happening?""Is it possible for us to try diplomacy?" "Mr. President I am afraid I will have to advice my government, that this "stargate" as you call it must be handed over to the international community" with that another round of yelling began.
The meeting dragged on for another three hours stopped periodically by fits of yelling, but in the end they came to several agreements. First the issue of the stargate would be addressed after the current crisis was handled, Two preparation would be made by all the present nations to resist a possible alien invasion, and Three all knowledge of what was really going on was to be suppressed until an invasion was confirmed.
Moore watched as the representatives leave grumbling and chatting amoung themselves. He turned to General Hammond once they were alone, "You want a drink, General" George nodded at his commander and chief "Yer sir, I think I would." Moore smiled and poured them each a double measure of scotch . The General took the glass with thanks and took a small sip. The scotch was good quality, smooth and flavorful.
"MMM, nothing quite like forty year old scotch when the world is falling apart." President Moore said as he slumped onto his chair at the head of the table. "You know there are people calling for you to be arrested," He took a drink "Hell, some of them want me to have you shot." Hammond took a slow drink from his glass before answering " It would be under your power, sir. I disobeyed a direct order and commanded my people to do the same." The president chuckled "George, can I call you George?"asked the president, and waited for the other man to nod "You see George, I read your file. You're an excellent officer, the only black mark was a prisoner escape in '69." He took another drink,
"Now Colonel O'Neill on the other hand , he would disobey an order he thought was wrong. You want to hear my theory? O'Neill did this all by himself, informed the other nations, and you are covering for him."
General Hammond took a long drink before answering "An interesting theory, sir. Sadly there is no evidence of it." Moore face was split by a smile "Yeah too bad, Here is whats going to happen General success or failure you will suffer the same consequence of your command, but for now you have know how that most of my people lack. I am putting you in charge of the US defenses." The General looked surprised by the presidents words. Moore saw the look on George's face and his laugh boomed around the mostly empty war room.
Unknown Location, 1st MothershipThe room they came out into was dark expect for the rippling light of the stargate behind them, SG-1 spread out securing the area. "All clear" said the Colonel, and with in moments the rest of the assault came through, each successive wave moving to secure perimeter. "Okay people set up here we need to keep this gate secure. SG-1 me were scouting ahead" He turned to Tea'lc "Okay big guy lead the way."
Daniel held his MP-5 a little awkwardly, he had only ever trained on it and the long suppressor made it feel even more odd. He watched as Teal'c snuck across the ship, it was fascinating. The Jaffa was huge a hulking bald form that was frighting most people, yet if they knew how quietly he could move they would be far more scared. His moves were graceful and deliberate, with practiced ease.
At the end of the corridor two Jaffa stood facing away from them, oblivious to them being there. Jack signaled for Tea'lc to move up, as he did slipping the garrote out from his pocket. Tea'lc and the colonel moved in unison catching both men unaware and pulling the thin metal wire tight across their throats. Blood seeped around the garrote falling all over the Jaffa's armor, as they struggled, but Jack and Teal'c held them so they could not escape.
The sight made Daniel feel a little sick, he had seem people die, and he had seem both Jack and Teal'c kill, but that had been at a distance, this was different much more personal somehow. Jack and Tea'lc let the bodies drop quietly before the each glanced around their respective corners. Tea'lc after moving to one of the bodies removed an odd looking device that resembled a snake ready to strike. "What is that?" Asked Carter looking at the device.
" It is a Zat'nik'tel, though it does not posses the power of a staff weapon it does provide an excellent weapon for close quarters." The colonel moved to the other dead Jaffa and relived him of his weapon, "Sweet how do they work?" he asked as he examined the weapon, Teal'c pushed a small button on the side making the Zat'nik'tel pop up, "The first shot stuns, but the second kills." he said as he shot one of the dead Jaffa. "That's really cool,"said Jack as he fired his own weapon at the same dead Jaffa, "What are these things called again?"
"Zat'nik'tel."
"Zat' nickle... what?"
"Zat'nik'tel"
"Zat-Gun it is then" said O'Neill he raise his hand in exasperation. The continued down the corridor first right then left.
"So do we have a plan,sir?" asked Carter as they skulked about "Of course I do carter. The plan is to stop the Goa'uld from invading earth and some how survive to go home, and not get shot for traitors." He shrugged "We can figure out the details later." Carter suppressed as smile as they trudged on until an odd sensation stopped them. It felt almost like a fast elevator, and a odd tingling after that.
"What the hell was that?" asked Jack looking around a little thrown off, "We have just entered hyper-space." Cater's eyes widened "You mean faster than light travel?" Tea'lc shrugged "This technology was no explained to the Jaffa." They all nodded in understanding.
"Sir, If we are traveling faster than light, It might not take years to get to earth." Said cater to the group, they had always assumed that the Goa'ulds ships would be limited by the light speed barrier. "How long will it take to get to earth, in "Hyper-space"?" Carter shrugged "No way to know, sir. I just know we have a lot less time than we though we did."
Authors note: Okay that's Chapter 2 for all of you who are reading. I am obviously still looking for a Beta reader. Things will start to pick up in the next chapter.
