Hello. I thought that there wasn't really enough action, so decided to change that. Well, the ARC is very a busy place. =-) Enjoy!

Disclaimer: I don't own Primeval. Much to Becker's relief I should think.

Jess was working through working at the ADD as usual. It had been a surprisingly peaceful week, although that also meant that there'd been no news on 'Nigel' or Lawrence as he was actually called. Every lead had drawn a blank, including MI5 who eventually obliged and sent his full file, which wasn't exactly detailed.

Becker had finally finished changing all the systems, a moment marked when the new wristbands were distributed. The expression of relief when he personally handed Jess' hers was obvious, especially as he stuck around for a brief chat, although it stayed firmly on how exactly Connor managed to fuse the lights in the flat the previous evening.

She had enquired after how living with Corina was, and found that she was a woman of great culinary skills and he'd arrived to find cakes freshly baked on their table. However, what concerned Jess was the faint blush she pursued the cross his face. She didn't comment; something obviously embarrassed him and there was no need to dig.

It was inevitable that such peace couldn't last and it was shattered by an anomaly alarm at about 4 o'clock the following Wednesday afternoon. All hands were suddenly on deck, locking devices and car keys as the team scrambled for their equipment.

"It's at a... oh, an ice rink. Sending coordinates now," Jess informed the coms. Becker suddenly appeared at her side.

"Time to get our skates on then," he mused, looking at the map.

Jess smiled. "My Mum always said strap a cushion on to break your fall. There's one in the..."

"Jess, thank you, but I think I can cope," he replied. Jess giggled and the Captain rushed away, aware that he was being teased. It wasn't until he got in an SUV and found Connor and Abby smirking at him that he realised it had happened over the coms.

The place seemed empty apart from the anomaly, which hovered over the ice. It was moderately large, but remained a distance from the lofty ceiling. As the security spread out around the orb, Becker, Abby and Matt stood on the edge of the ice and watched as Connor did his best to skate without skates towards it. It was soon locked, although not without several tumbles, mainly from Connor, who failed at graceful sliding.

"Come on," said Becker once he realised they were just staring. "We need to check this place." He moved off and the pair followed, making their way around reception and the skate hire. There was no hint of a disturbance. The main area was safe.

"Abby, can you check the ladies'?" suggested Becker as he went to the changing rooms. She nodded as he carefully opened the door, then moved hurriedly inside, gun held high. The true professional, he wouldn't lower his guard until he was sure it was safe.

He scanned the benches and coat hangers, all covered by a hickey team's kit. Nothing moved. He shifted around, Matt heading the other way to skirt the room. There was silence, only there breathing echoing.

"Matt! Becker!" cried Abby, bursting in. "We have an incursion." They straightened, alert. "They are seriously adorable," the blond added. Matt relaxed a little, but Becker barged past to hurry to the ladies'.

Connor was already there, holding a spaniel-sized dinosaur, surrounded by about twenty more.

"Say hello to Microceratops. A whole pack of them!" He was beaming and Becker rolled his eyes. He reached out, but withdrew his hand as the creature tried to nip at his fingers. "He must be hungry..." Becker harrumphed. "Don't worry, they're only herbivores."

"Connor, we need to get them back through," ordered Matt. Connor, though, was too busy fussing over his charge. "CONNOR!" The scientist looked up. "You aren't keeping them. Sid and Nancy cause enough trouble." The team leader turned. "Everyone, grab a Microceratops. Aptly named."

Becker went to grab a dinosaur, but it darted from his hands; these were much quicker than Sid. He tried again, but his target ducked and bolted around his legs, almost causing him to fall.

"Becker!" hissed Abby. "Go in slowly, you're scaring them."

The Captain huffed, but took the advice. He crouched low and then froze for a second. The dinosaurs eyed him, but didn't escape. He gently extended his hands. At first suspicious, a few bold ones came sniffing. Eventually one, emboldened, drew closer. Becker eased his hands around and grasped the creature firmly.

Standing up slowly, he shifted his grip to make the creature more comfortable.

He heard a click.

Looking up, he caught Stevens, a rather new and naive soldier, putting his phone away. He growled and marched smartly away, aiming for the anomaly. Just as he reached the ice, Jess' words came back to haunted him. Gingerly he stepped out onto the ice and slipped and skidded towards the locked orb.

The creature wriggled, causing him to wobble slightly, but he stayed firm, concentrating on his balance until everyone was ready. Matt gave the signal and the anomaly was unlocked. Softly, he knelt down and let go of his Microceratops. The creature chirped and glanced around, confused at the orb.

Becker gave it a slight push towards the anomaly, but the creature was still hesitant until the one Abby had been holding joined it, racing past to the anomaly. Becker's chirped again and hurried after its friend. He was joined by three others and soon the whole flock was heading towards the anomaly.

Becker stood, relieved it seemed to be going so well, when suddenly Stevens cried out. Becker whipped round and saw the younger soldier lose his footing, falling onto the dinosaur he'd been gripping. The dazed creature screeched in alarm, causing all the others to twist their heads, making many fall on the hard, cold surface.

Becker immediately saw the danger as some began to back track.

"Connor, catch that dinosaur," he ordered as he fell into a crouch. He aimed his EMD at the group of Microceratops.

"Becker!" came a horrified cry from Abby, who could barely believe the Captain was threatening to shoot the harmless creatures. Her concern was unfounded though, as Becker let off a shot into a blank piece of ice between him and the Microceratops.

The force sent him reeling backwards and he found himself skimming backwards over the frictionless ice, before colliding with the wall of the rink. Sitting up, he saw the flock hurry back through the anomaly, but Abby and Connor were still hounding the lone incursion, sending it his way. Shoving himself forward, ignoring the pain he felt at the movement, he dived for the dinosaur.

At first he thought he'd missed, but as he skidded forward he felt a soft lump collide with his head. Reaching out, he clung onto it as the pair went sliding onwards. Finally, they slowed to a halt, well before the anomaly.

"IT'S CLOSING!" went up a shout, but Becker was in the worst position to go anywhere.

Suddenly, though there was a breeze past him and Matt came whooshing, picking up the dinosaur before Becker could stop him. The leader skated towards the anomaly and chucked the poor creature back just as the portal closed.

Becker breathed out and relaxed backwards onto the ice. He remained there until a shadow cast across him.

"Becker, are you OK?" asked Abby.

Becker hissed in pain and Jess removed her hand, causing him to bite back a yelp. She hurriedly replaced her hand, as they made their way up his path to his front door, the Captain leaning heavily on the field co-ordinator.

"Sorry," she said.

"Not your fault," groaned Becker. "In fact, I should've taken your advice; cushions would've helped."

Jess giggled softly as Becker reached for his keys. She gripped the injured man as he adjusted his stance.

When they'd brought him in, she'd been taken aback by just how much the Captain was in pain. Over the coms she'd heard the calls for medical help, but Becker's reassurances that he was 'fine' calmed her nerves, but his grimaces when he stumbled in displayed a different story.

The doctors said that the bruising which covered his back wasn't that serious, but that he should probably lie still for a couple of days; needless to say, that didn't go down well. Jess instantly offered to take him home as everyone else was busy and no-one, including Becker, objected. She rejoiced at the friendliness this portrayed.

Upon entering the house though, Becker suddenly seemed to tense as he heard a creak overhead. Jess frowned, hoping that it wasn't her exasperating his injuries. They gently made their way upstairs, but once they reached the top, Jess could hardly believe her eyes.

Corina was standing there in nothing more than a pair of pants and bra, leaning on her door frame. Becker averted his eyes and Jess blushed furiously and tried to hide behind the Captain.

"Sorry, didn't know you were changing..." murmured Jess.

The blond woman ignored her, but went over to Becker, who coughed awkwardly. "Captain, you've been hurt. Why don't you allow me to... help you?" The blond shook her hair back. "I know some techniques..."

"Corina, this is Jess. She's my..." Becker paused and looked the brunette. "She's my girlfriend." Jess felt a tingle down her spine at the comment, even though she knew Becker was only trying to make a point to Corina. The other woman just sniggered.

"No," she stated. "She's not." She placed a hand on him. "Captain, honey, you needn't be bashful. I can feel something between us. Something real."

"Corina, you're just in rebound from your boyfriend's betrayal..."

"What?!" cried Jess, unable to help her surprise. "She tried to steal someone else's fiancé!"

"HOW DID YOU...?" Corina rounded on her. "YOU LITTLE..."

"You lied," said Becker, anger touching his voice. Corina's features softened as she attempted a different approach.

"Didn't you know, Becker, that you are an extremely handsome man? Certainly well out of reach of this..." she cast a disdainful eye over Jess, "...this silly little thing." Becker folded his arms and met the gaze of Corina. He didn't move a muscle as he calmly spoke.

"Jess?"

"Yes?"

"How do you fancy going on a date tomorrow?"

Jess stuttered and gasped for a breath. The question took her off guard.

"I can't. The electrician is coming and I can't leave it to Connor 'cos he broke it in the first place. And you're meant to resting your back."

Becker hadn't turned, but his hands had tightened and Corina was staring at her in disbelief.

"Sometime in the next week then? Or when my back isn't stabbing me in the... back."

"Yes, of course," she said breathlessly.

The effect was immediate. Becker let out a sigh, while Corina turned red. For a minute Jess worried the other woman would transform into an evil troll, revealing her true powers. She didn't, but even Becker took a step back as Corina bared down on him.

"YOU WOULD TAKE THAT FOOLISH TART OVER ME!" she screeched. Jess gasped and went to defend herself, but Becker beat her to it.

"Get out," he growled. Corina gaped.

"Becker... honey..."

"You've been trying flirting all week, despite my requests. You lied and insulted my girlfriend, and yes, she's my girlfriend. Tomorrow morning I want your bags packed and you to be leaving."

Corina went purple, but she bit back her anger and stormed back into her room. Jess and Becker just stood there, neither sure what to say next.

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