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Camelopardalis
Chapter 4
Welcome to Earth
From Chapter 3
The Jaffa hoped that he would still be able to keep the boys' trust when they realized that he was leading them to a cell. It was a very nice cell; one with soft beds and rugs and a nice bathroom complete with a tub and a shower but it was still a cell. There was a lock on the door and an observation window and the boys would not be able to leave at will. He wondered what such captivity would mean to winged aliens.
The last member of their little parade was Daniel Jackson. Teal'c hoped that the academic might be able to entertain the boys. Teal'c swore to himself that the boys were not going to be treated like animals in a zoo. He would do all he could to get them out of the room quickly. If they were to keep the faith in him that had been slowly built up this afternoon, he would have to be their protector and savior. He knew exactly what it was like to be the only one of his kind among strangers.
Chapter 4
Still carrying the little boy Teal'c ushered his charges out of the Gate Room and down the hall. It was only a dozen steps to the so called Visitor's quarters. The Jaffa swung the metal door open and stepped inside. It was a pleasant set of rooms. The generous beds had colorful blankets and fluffy white pillows. The floor was covered with thick pile rugs that echoed the bed colors. Comfortable sling chairs dotted the room and tall, green, potted plants soften the cold metallic walls.
Teal'c glanced down at the older boy and noted that the winged alien was carefully checking the room. The boy darted forward and flung open the door to the bathroom and Teal'c knew exactly when he realized the room had only one exit. The man saw it in the boy's eyes. The child hissed, the same noise he had made when fighting the bat.
Teal'c turned and saw that Daniel Jackson was standing in the doorway, casually leaning with one shoulder against the frame and his hand extended to the other side. Teal'c knew that Daniel most likely had no idea that it looked like he was purposely blocking the exit but it was obvious that was what the boy believed.
The boy ran over and pulled at the child in Teal'c's arms, hissing, chirping and speaking in a language that bore no resemblance to any that Teal'c had heard on any of the many planets he had explored.
The small boy responded immediately and pulled loose, falling smoothly into the older boy's arms.
The pair retreated to one of the room's corners. Teal'c saw that the location was easily one of the most defensible, made more so by the older boy dragging a couple of chairs over as a barrier. He also had that black knife out again and was waving it at the two men. He had shoved the smaller boy behind him, protective as always.
"What's going on, Teal'c?" Daniel Jackson asked, surprised. "What set him off?"
"You did, Daniel Jackson, I believe. " Teal'c replied. "Not just you, although it appears you are blocking the door. He already has confirmed that the door is the only exit to the room and he does not like it. This boy appears to have been well trained in self-defense."
"Oh, sorry," Daniel apologized. "I didn't realize how it looked. I was only tagging along hoping to help, not terrify them."
Daniel came all the way into the room, pulling the door closed behind him. Teal'c heard the locks engage. Now they were all locked in the room together.
The two adults settled into a pair of chairs close to the door. Daniel leaned forward, resting his elbows on his knees. The mild mannered man uttered soft, soothing sounds in a liquid sounding language, again one Teal'c did not recognize. He was pleased when the boys seemed to respond to the sounds. At least they both turned their head sand stared at Daniel in surprise.
"Do you recognize their language, Daniel Jackson?" Teal'c murmured without take his eyes off the boys.
"Some of the words appear to be from the Mayan language that is still spoken on Earth," Daniel said. "Strangely some of the other words appear to be derived from Enochian."
"Enochian?' Teal'c frowned. "What world speaks the Enochian language? I have never heard of it before."
"I would be very surprised indeed if you had, Teal'c." Daniel murmured back. "It is a very obscure language from Earth. It has been called the Language of the Angels. No one has ever spoken it.
"To my knowledge it was invented as an occult language and recorded in the private journals of the Magician John Dee and his spirit medium, Edward Kelly in late 16th-century England. They claimed it was the language of Angels and the language spoken by Adam when naming the animals in the Garden of Eden. The only historical use for Enochian has been in certain magic rituals. I am very surprised to recognize words spoken by these boys. Perhaps it is all a simple coincidence."
Teal'c nodded. "I find it interesting that your language of coincidence seems to means something to these boys."
"You and me both," Daniel agreed.
While the men had been quietly discussing the matter the boys in the corner seemed to become more relaxed. Daniel once again leaned forward and spoke.
"The older boy replied. He pointed to his own chest and said "Dean." Then he pulled the smaller boy out from behind him and said "Sam."
Daniel Jackson completed the introductions. He patted his own chest and said "Daniel" then placed his hand on the Jaffa's arm and said "Teal'c." Everyone was smiling and nodding.
"Good work, Daniel Jackson." Teal'c said. "I think they are beginning to like you."
Much to their surprise Dean abruptly spread his wings and moved closer to them, leaving Sam behind in the corner with a sharply barked order. The smaller boy immediately ducked down behind the chair barrier and peered out, watching Dean carefully.
Dean hovered in the air just out of reach and spoke to Daniel. He asked a question and waited for Daniel's reply. When Daniel appeared to be puzzled the boy moved closer and pulled on Daniel's jacket.
"What does he want, Daniel?" Teal'c inquired.
"I'm not completely certain but I think he wants clothes for them. I think they're cold."
There was a chime and a voice came out of the small loudspeaker high up on the wall. "Teal'c, Daniel?" It was Jack O'Neill's voice. "I just want you to know that Dr. Frasier and a nurse are on their way to the room to check the boys. Please help her as best you can."
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It took soft words and some expenditure of time but Daniel Jackson finally had the boys calm enough to let Dr. Frasier run some simply medical tests on them. The most difficult part was the blood samples she needed. Dean most definitely was not happy when Sam cried at the prick of the needle and it took all of Daniel's patience to get the boy to stop fighting Teal'c.
Finally the doctor was satisfied and Daniel convinced the boys to rest. They refused to go to separate beds and Dean held Sam as they cuddled together under one of the colorful blankets. Sam was tired from all the afternoon's excitement and drifted off to sleep with his head on Dean's chest. Dean stayed alert even after Daniel dimmed the lights. He and Teal'c left the boys to rest but the last thing Daniel saw as they went out the door was Dean's eyes staring over Sam's tousled head.
They met Jack O'Neill just outside the door.
"How'd it go, guys?" O'Neill asked cheerfully. "The rug rats all settled in?"
"You know, Jack," Daniel objected, settling his glasses low on his nose and peering over them at the General. "They are somewhat passed the rug rat stage. Sam appears to be about eight but Dean is on the verge of becoming a teenager."
"Joy, joy," the General responded. "Great, we're going to go through puberty with a tough guy with wings and great knife fighting skills. What could be more perfect?"
Daniel laughed and even Teal'c was amused. "Do you think it is wise of us to try and hold these boys here on Earth?" Teal'c asked calmly. "I'm sure someone on that planet must be looking for them. The certainly don't look abandoned or sickly. I can't think that two children like that would be allowed to wander the forests of the planets unprotected."
"Teal'c, " Daniel interjected. "We know nothing of the society on the planet. Perhaps we interfered in some coming of age ritual. We have no idea why those boys were alone in that forest. They only thing we do know is that they were aware of SG-15's arrival and they were spying on your group. They came to your rescue when the bats attacked. That's about all we know."
"We believe the boys are sleeping now, General.' Teal'c said seriously. They asked for clothing earlier and I think they are finding the facility somewhat chilly. They should also be hungry when they wake up. Perhaps if we could obtain some clothing for them we could escort them to the cafeteria later. It would be interesting to observe their unforced food selections. Anything they do could be a clue about their society."
Daniel looked surprised. "Excellent idea, Teal'c."
"I remember my first day on Earth." Teal'c said. "I think I can tell you how the boys may respond. We should proceed slowly and let the boys take the lead. It would also be very helpful if you can teach them our language, Daniel. I believe you have a gift for teaching."
"Thanks, Teal'c." Daniel faintly blushed at the compliment. "I think they are highly intelligent. The little boy is at a perfect age to learn a language easily if his growth is at all comparable to that of a human child. After we feed them I'll try and teach them some basic words."
"Good to have a plan," O'Neill agreed. "I'll send someone out to get some clothes. Perhaps one of you should go back in and keep an eye of them. After all, never forget that they can fly. Dean, at least, can fly and fight at the same time. Let's not underestimate our little friends. I'm hoping to use them to introduce us to their world and their people so let's definitely play nice."
Jack turned to leave then stopped. "By the way, find out if Dean wants his bat back. If we have interfered in some kind of ritual the kid might want the body. If we do have to give it to him unfortunately it will have to be in pieces. The bio-lab geeks have already spasmed all over it. I heard one of them say that those fangs are hollow like a rattlesnake. The bats very well may be poisonous."
"I don't think we bring the bio-lab people enough specimens to play with. They are awfully pleased with this one. Someone might cry if we have to take it away from them. Ask the kid, will you Daniel?"
"I'll certainly try, Jack." Daniel answered.
Jack started to wander off towards the elevators again. "Come on, Daniel. Remember those famous words 'Try not, do' ". Jack reached the levitators and in a moment was gone.
Daniel shook his head. "Ok, Yoda, will do, not try."
"I thought you were talking to the General, Daniel." Teal'c wrinkled his brow. "Who is Yoda?" Daniel slapped his friend on the back.
"Don't worry about it Teal'c." he said. "It's human thing along with a dash of Jack O'Neill for flavor."
"That did not help, Dr. Jackson." the Jaffa complained.