Summary: Memory tampering yet again, but not quite what you might expect.
Pairing: Jack/Sam
A/N: Wow, it has been a very long time since I updated. The explanation for the long break is unpleasant and long. So, I will just say that real life dealt us multiple blows. Writing is my outlet most of the time, but I honestly haven't felt very creative with all that's been going on. I'm starting to feel better and my muse is getting back on the horse, so to speak. So, back to our story.
A/N 2: This chapter has been driving me nuts! I kept thinking I had it going well, then it would just stall completely. I'm not sure that's it's quite where I want it to be, plot wise, but we'll see if you all like it or not. BTW check the a/n at the end of the chapter. ;o)
Disclaimer: We all know the drill; I don't own them and am not making any money off this. It's just for entertainment. Please don't forget to review: we writers need our sustenance. :o)
Not Again! by Oz Lovi
Last Time: Sinking back into his pillows, Daniel shook his head. He thought, boy this is going to get interesting when we get home. A big smile appeared on his face though, as he thought of how happy he was for them. It had taken a very long time for them to get together. He just hoped that they could work things out with the General when they got back.
Chapter Nine
It took two more days for the palace doctor to give Daniel a clean bill of health. They'd also been informed, by one of the sentries, that the man Daniel had shoved out of the way during the cave in would have likely been killed by the falling rocks if he had not stepped in. As the team covertly planned their escape both Teal'c and Daniel noticed how very professional Jack and Sam were around others, but that as soon as they thought they were alone they constantly had an arm around one another or snuck little quick kisses. For his part, Daniel had been trying to follow up on one of Jack's big questions. What had the generals done with the rightful leader? There were small clues here and there, but so far no solid leads. It was late and his friends had just headed back to their room, to get some sleep. Teal'c was in the shower, so Daniel decided to catch the others before they went to bed. He had an idea about how to find more information on the rightful ruler, and he wanted to run it by them before he forgot.
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Jack and Sam barely made it through the doors of their room before they had their arms wrapped around one another, sharing a deep kiss. As they parted and stared in each other's eyes Jack whispered, "I don't think I'll ever get tired of being able to do this."
"Me either." Sam gave him a wide smile as they leaned in again. Their lips met in a slow and sensual kiss that made them both definitely want more. However, just as they broke apart for air, there was a knock on the door.
Without even stepping apart Jack called, "Come in." They both glanced over as Daniel entered then paused.
"Oh, I didn't mean to interrupt. I can come back later, or just talk to you tomorrow." He was already backing toward the door when he saw them share a quick look then step apart.
"It's okay, Daniel. Come on over." Jack motioned him to the small table and chairs across the room. He noticed that his friend still looked a little uncomfortable even as he sat down. Especially when Sam decided to sit on Jack's leg instead of another chair. He really was trying not to laugh at the blush on Daniel's cheeks but it was getting pretty funny, and he suspected that was part of the reason that Sam had sat where she did.
After a moment of slightly tense silence, Sam stood up and moved to her own chair. "Is this a little easier to deal with?" Daniel gave her a sheepish look and nodded. "I'm sorry, Daniel, but you were making it way too easy." She grinned as he seemed to realize she had been teasing him.
Daniel had been planning to discuss how to find more information on the real ruler, but he had to sidetrack after that little display. "Just be glad you haven't pulled a stunt like that in front of Hammond. At least I can't court martial you." Part of him meant it as a joke. He was happy for them, really he was, but part of him was seriously worried about what would happen when they got home. He knew that he'd overstepped a little when he saw the look on Sam's face and now on Jack's. He'd hoped that keeping his tone light would get his point across a little more gently, but apparently not.
As Sam suddenly stood and walked toward the large windows across the spacious room, Jack pointed at Daniel before he could say anything else. "Out now!" His voice wasn't loud, but the order behind it was obvious.
Deciding it was best to apologize after they calmed down, Daniel quietly made his way to the doors. As he turned to shut them he saw Jack pull Sam into a tight embrace as she started to cry. Way to go, bozo, he scolded himself as he made his way out.
Silent tears rolled down Sam's cheeks as Jack pulled her to him. "You know he didn't mean it to sound that way. For a cultural expert he can sure screw up interpersonal things sometimes." When she still didn't say anything Jack dropped a kiss in her hair and whispered in her ear. "It'll be alright, Sam. Somehow, it will be alright."
"But he's right, Jack." Her voice was whisper soft as she clung to him. "We'll lose everything we've worked so hard for, including our freedom."
"We will not. Even if they court martialed us, and I stress the if. They wouldn't lock us up. They would probably force us out, but not lock us away for being in love. Hammond would never let it happen, even if he had to 'accidentally' let us escape through the 'gate."
After a moment Sam added, "I'm sure dad would fight them too, after he got done giving us a serious dressing down." Sam looked up into his eyes with a sad smile. "As much as I want this, I know I shouldn't have..." The sentence vanished in the face of the lips now pressed firmly against hers. She melted into his kiss and took the comfort he was trying to give her. He was right, somehow it would be alright.
After calming a little they took their time getting ready for bed, slowly helping one another undress. Just after they crawled in the big bed, Jack leaned over Sam, staring deeply in her eyes. "When we get home, will you marry me?"
Sam's eyes widened in surprise, then her face lit with a million watt smile. "Yes, I'll marry you."
Grinning like a cheshire cat, Jack leaned in to seal their promise with a kiss. He got no argument from Sam, who kissed him back passionately. It didn't take long for them to move from kissing to other, more intimate actions. Their bodies moved together to a rhythm of their own. Sam arched her back on a small moan as he fastened his lips on her neck, sucking on the sweet spot over her pulse point. His hand slid down to her hip, her leg moving up to brush against his thigh. Neither of them noticed the door open slightly, they were so engrossed in one another and their shared lovemaking. They missed the look of surprise and then embarrassment on Daniel's face as he quickly shut the door again.
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Well, that hadn't gone to plan! Daniel, had returned to apologize to Jack and Sam a short while after leaving them. He'd hoped they had talked and calmed down now, making it less likely for them to blow off his apology and kick him back out. Instead he'd nearly walked in on them in the middle of their... No, he still couldn't think it, even though he was glad his friends were finally together.
Teal'c exited the bathroom to discover that his friend was gone. Having a good idea of where he headed, he left for Jack and Sam's room. Just as he expected, Daniel was just outside their door. He'd only opened it a small amount before he stepped back and suddenly closed it as quietly as possible. By the time Teal'c reached him, his friend was bright red in obvious embarrassment. "Daniel Jackson, we are both aware of the change in their relationship. Would it not then be prudent to wait for reply before entering their room?" Teal'c saw Daniel turn even redder in embarrassment as he ducked his head with a nod.
"I really hope they didn't notice me!" Shaking his head, Daniel lead the way back to his room. It took a while for him to get the images out of his head enough to fall asleep. In the back of his mind he thought that maybe it served him right after upsetting them so much. He had a feeling that if he told Teal'c what he said to them, his large friend would probably agree that he deserved it too.
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When the sun slowly filtered between the partially open draperies, Sam blinked her eyes open. She was lying partly across Jack and realized that he was still sound asleep. Folding her hands on his chest, she leaned her chin on them and just stared at his face. It didn't take long for her to sense the change in his breathing as he woke. As he opened his eyes he looked straight into hers.
"Good morning, future wife." The smile she gave him in reply could have lit the entire palace.
"Good morning, future husband." With that she leaned forward to give him a kiss which quickly turned into much more.
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Two hours later Jack and Sam were finally up and getting dressed. As Sam stepped in front of the long mirror by the changing screen she froze. Her eyes widened, taking in the rather obvious hickey that adorned her neck. Part of her was thrilled with the outward sign that she was Jack's. After all, she left a few similar marks on him as well. However, there was a part of her that realized she was going to have a lot of trouble covering it up. Oh boy, Daniel was going to say something, she just knew it.
Jack had already noticed the mark from last night before they even got out of bed. He was trying not to smirk, but he knew full well that she had left her marks on him too. So, he guessed turn about was fair play.
The moment they stepped into the dining area of the royal hall, Daniel looked up and right at Sam's neck. Her dress had a higher collar than the others she'd worn here so far, but not quite high enough to hide the hickey. He couldn't resist the chance to tease her a little. Especially after the way she'd messed with him yesterday.
After Calia set the table for them, she smiled shyly at Daniel and quickly left the room. Jack smirked as Sam self consciously touched her neck.
"Something bothering your neck, Sam?" Daniel asked with an innocent air.
Blushing in embarrassment, Sam shook her head. "No, it's fine. I think the collar is just rubbing a little higher on the sides than on the other dresses." Seeing the look Jack sent her, she blushed even deeper. If they could see the mark, she knew she was going to get teased.
It was just too easy. Casually taking a bit of his food, Daniel said, "I figured it was that spectacular hickey Jack gave you."
"Daniel!" she squeaked before tossing a small piece of bread at him. That only succeeded in making him laugh. It wasn't often that he got the chance to fluster her and she did do the same to him yesterday. After a moment she finally gave a low chuckle herself.
Once everyone had settled down they finished their meals and finalized their plans. If all went to plan, -yeah when did that ever happen-, they would be back on Earth in two weeks.
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Secondary A/N: So, I was having super issues about the direction of this story and decided to go reread some of the old reviews. Low and behold after the second time through a couple of reviews sparked my muse and I back into gear! So, big thanks to sg1star and ALIMOO1971, whose reviews helped get things back in gear with some new ideas for upcoming chapters. I hope you enjoyed. Please review.
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