Title: Stargate SG-1 – New Beginnings

Summary: Can career driven Samantha Carter finally lay to rest the ghosts of her past and find true happiness? A/U

Pairing: Lieutenant Colonel Samantha Carter & Original Female Character.

Rating: MA for realist sexual content and language.

Disclaimer: The following story is purely a work of fiction created by borrowing characters from a television series for the purpose of entertainment. Characters other than originals remain the property of creators Brad Wright & Jonathan Glassner. No profit is gained nor is any copyright infringement intended towards Sony Pictures Television, Gekko Film Corp & MGM Worldwide Television.

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Chapter 10

The warm rays of the morning sun splayed across the nylon fabric of the tent and the plastic window in the top. The increase in temperature stirred Dana from her slumber. Opening her eyes, she spotted the love bites she had left on Sam's shoulder during the night. She smiled at the memory, stretched and immediately regretted moving. Her bladder screamed and demanded to be emptied. She quickly got up and located a pair of shorts and a tee shirt. She checked her watch to see it was only just past six and far too early to be awake on a Sunday morning.

Dana crept out of the shelter, used the bathroom, brushed her teeth and snuck back beside Sam.

Sam rolled over and announced, "My turn to go pee."

"Sorry, I didn't mean to wake you up, it's still early baby."

Sam flexed her body, "Mmm, I know and you didn't wake me honey, my bladder did. Holy Hannah, we drank a lot of champagne last night."

"Eighteen bottles to be precise."

"Oh boy, that's two a piece, but worth it though. It was an amazing night."

"Yes it was. Now are you going to go pee?"

"I am and won't be long."

Dana joyfully watched Sam as she pulled her naked body up off the bed roll, "You know, I absolutely adore your body. I particularly love the splatter of freckles across your chest and shoulders."

Sam tittered, "Thank you and you can inspect them closer when I return."

"I'll be waiting."

Sam settled back onto the bed minutes later, "I'm getting in early. Would you like to go out to the movies with me tomorrow night?"

"Baby I would love to, but I'm pulling double duty."

"Darn it! What about Tuesday night?"

"Slotted in for surgery at the Academy so I have no idea what time I will be finished."

"This is the part where I start disliking the fact you are doing a surgical rotation and double shifts."

"Yes and it's where I find it objectionable too, but the more I work now the sooner I am done, then we'll have more time together."

"I know, look at the big picture," complained Sam while actually pouting.

Dana pulled her closer, "You aren't getting your "cranky pants" on are you?"

"No," answered Sam. "We knew it was going to be hard on you."

"And you too baby. Just think, in a couple of months we will be able to look back on this and laugh."

"I know you are right, but I just can't see the funny side right now. So how does the rest of your week pan out?"

"There was a whisper we have a jump on Wednesday, so with any luck, we'll get to play soldiers together."

"Oh god, don't talk about it?"

"Why?"

"Honey, the second I see you strutting around in your fatigues, I'll wet myself."

Dana roared with laughter, "You are too much my love. It won't be easy for me either and you know how I feel about you in battle uniform."

"I do. Maybe as Team Commander I'm just going to have to be creative and find ways for us to be together during missions."

"Sweetheart, you can't do that."

"Why can't I?"

"Because it is strictly against regulations and our personal feelings for one another can't interfere with the mission. You don't work that way nor do I. I won't fraternise with a fellow Officer while off-world."

"Well what do you call this then, you don't see me not breaching the regs?"

"Sweetie, whilst in the privacy of your own home, it's a totally different issue."

"I know, but I'm telling you right now, if we have the opportunity to be together off-world, then regs be fucked."

Dana laughed with recognition, "Oh Sam, you are rather feisty this morning and are definitely not speaking in your usual rational way."

Sam looked at Dana intently, "I am aren't I and that just isn't me."

"Let me guess, in the next few days you will be out of commission?"

"That's one way of saying I am suffering from PMS."

Dana chortled again, "Well, don't sulk too long because I'm about a day behind you."

Sam raised her fist in the air, "Hooray for us! Actually I won't be out of commission; it just means I am due for a shot of birth control to stop menstruating."

Dana burst out laughing, "You are so cute my Sam. By the way, I must be getting one of those shots on Monday morning too. Sweetheart, is Reese staying the night?"

Sam snuggled in closer, "No, the girls are taking the bus back to Denver. I believe Cassie wants to spend some time with Reese's parents." She kissed Dana on the neck, "I really like it when you call me your Sam."

Dana planted a kiss on top of Sam's head in reply, "I think Cassie and Reese are cute together and I love calling you my Sam."

"I agree with you about Cassie and Reese."

"Speaking of parents, how often do you see your father? I know he is a retired two-star General."

"He drops in about once a month and I try to see him in between."

"So where does he live?"

Sam moved back a little and looked at Dana, "Oh you haven't read his unofficial file then?"

"Can't say I have and I get the feeling I should have before now."

Sam smiled, "You should have, because it would save me having to tell you."

"Crikey, this is going to be another mind boggler isn't it?"

"Oh yeah, strap yourself in honey."

"Okay, I will just keep my finger on the seat ejector."

Sam laughed before saying, "My father was diagnosed with lymphoma years ago, it was terminal and George and I offered him a way to survive. We explained to him just what work we did and the true status of SGC and after he got over the initial shock of discovering I wasn't locked inside Cheyenne Mountain analysing deep space radar telemetry, he accepted the offer to became a host to a member of the Tok'ra."

"Shit! Okay, I know the Tok'ra is a Goa'uld resistance movement and Earth is allied with them. I also know they host symbiotes."

"You have been doing your homework," commented Sam smugly. "Dad was blended to Selmak and was given the title of liaison between the Tok'ra and Tau'ri."

Dana gasped loudly, "Holy cow! Now, we are the Tau'ri right?"

"Correct. Dad goes on missions to protect the Tok'ra from the Goa'uld and he keeps the relationship between us and the Tok'ra on a level keel."

"That is quite amazing. From the little I do know, the Tok'ra don't have a home planet."

"That's right, they move every few years to keep one step ahead of the Goa'uld, but things have improved greatly since the alliance we have with the Goa'uld. The Tok'ra are basically under the same threat we are from the Goa'uld splinter groups."

Dana fell back, "Struth, I have so much to bloody learn."

Sam giggled and hugged her, "Lucky for you, I can teach you."

"How do you think he will take the news about Cassie and Reese?"

Sam traced her index finger along the cleft in Dana's chin, "If he is like the others, he won't be surprised. I'll contact him tomorrow and try to arrange a visit with Cassie and Reese. I can include you too if you like?"

"Really, you would do that?"

"Why wouldn't I? You are my girlfriend after all."

Dana caressed her fingers through Sam's hair, "I'd like to meet him."

Sam tilted her head into Dana's hand, "All right, I will try to organise dinner for a time that will suit your schedule, maybe Thursday or Friday."

"Sounds good to me sweetheart and Friday would work better for me. How about I cook my favourite scientist dinner tonight?"

"I'd like that very much honey," Sam replied. She turned her head and kissed the inside of Dana's wrist.

"Mmm, it's a date then and maybe you would like to stay the night?"

Sam traced Dana's skin with her tongue, "Uh huh. Sounds like someone is up and about, do you want to get up?"

"No, I want to lay here with you for as long as I can. Besides, I am thoroughly enjoying what you are doing."

"I'm glad you are enjoying yourself and I agree with you about staying here. By the way, what are you going to do about your truck honey?" She kissed Dana's wrist again.

Dana was fast losing her concentration, "Hmm, there is not much to salvage and I won't rebuild a wreck, so looks like I'm going to go truck window shopping."

"Poor Frieda," murmured Sam as she moved on top of Dana's body and softly pecked her throat.

"I will hang … oh mercy woman … her badge in the garage."

Sam giggled, "Very thoughtful of you honey."

Dana caressed the small of Sam's back, "After your house guests leave, do you want to go truck hunting with me?"

Sam stretched forward and kissed Dana's cleft, "It's a date beautiful."

Dana moaned, cupped her hands around Sam's head and looked into her eyes, "I absolutely love waking up with you like this."

"I do too honey," agreed Sam before lowering her lips to Dana's.

-o-

It was a little past eight thirty when Dana and Sam finally emerged from the backyard. They found the others gathered around the kitchen table eating breakfast.

Jack smirked and said, "Nice of you two to join us today."

Dana and Sam both smiled at him and Sam asked, "Say George, are we scheduled for a jump this week?"

The couple grabbed some food and sat down.

"Pencilled in for Tuesday and Wednesday Sam."

Dana huffed with disappointment, "Bugger that means I miss out. I have a full day of surgery at the hospital both days."

"Sorry about that Dana," replied George sincerely.

"Not your fault George, I did volunteer after all."

Jack raised his hand and said, "In that case, I volunteer to replace Dana on the mission."

George nodded, "Done Jack."

Sam finished chewing and added, "George, can I request Jack take command of SG-1 for the mission."

Jack looked at Sam, "It's your team Carter."

Sam giggled and responded, "I know Jack, but you are the ranking Officer and I hate bossing you around."

George looked at them both, "It's up to you Jack."

"Well, if it makes Carter feel better, then okay."

Sam laughed at the feigned pressure from her friend, "Thanks Jack, now pass me the ketchup."

Jack and Sara left with Cassie and Reese after breakfast and were going to drop them off to the bus depot while the other guests left moments later.

Sam took Dana's hand and led her to the backyard. The pair quickly packed up the tent, showered and dressed.

"Can we drop off to my house first Sam? I need to pick up some paperwork then I have to attend the Police holding yard."

Sam secured the garage door and replied, "Sure honey, that's not a problem."

-o-

As the couple approached truck, Sam took hold of Dana's hand and squeezed, "Holy Hannah Dana. What a mess."

The F150 was unrecognisable. It was squashed into half its regular height. Every panel was crumbled and all four tyres were shredded.

Dana leaned into Sam, "Just remember I'm okay."

"I am honey."

"Come on let's go find me a new truck."

Sam turned the key in the ignition, "Where to sweetie?"

"Straight to the Ford dealership of course."

"That's my girl," joked Sam.

Dana guffawed softly, "I've always been a Ford girl. Maybe, I should seriously consider being all grown up and looking for a less loaded vehicle."

"Oh god no!" protested Sam. "I loved Frieda and you definitely suit a grunt truck."

"I'm only joshing baby. I hope you will give me a hand refitting the new one?"

"Wild horses couldn't drag me away honey," responded Sam with a glint in her eye.

"That's what I thought. We can pimp your Mustang while we are at it." Dana burst out laughing.

"We could."

"Nah, your car is a classic baby and shouldn't be touched."

"I think you are a classic and should be touched."

"Why Sam Carter you little tease."

"Remember, only for you honey."

"Well, we better hurry up and find a vehicle, so I can get you alone and all to myself."

"Works for me." She reached across and laid her hand on Dana's thigh.

-o-

Dana finally settled on a brand new dark blue V8 Sports Trac. She was going to call the dealership in the morning and hopefully find a spare moment away from the base to make payment and take delivery.

She opened her garage door and Sam drove in. Dana went to get out, but Sam reached out and placed a hand on her arm. Dana turned to face her, "What's wrong?"

"Nothing, I was thinking now would be a good time to christen my car."

Dana laughed out loud, "Baby, you have definitely left your geekness behind."

Jumping out of the car, Sam pushed the driver's seat forward, locked eyes with Dana and pulled off her shirt.

Dana got out and closed the garage door, "Oh Sam, you are a riot."

In reply, Sam smiled and unhooked her bra and threw it at her girlfriend.

Dana caught it and placed it neatly on the bench behind her. She took a moment to admire Sam's full breasts and erect nipples.

Sam slipped her thumb under the waistband of her shorts and underpants and slid them off in one swift motion. They too sailed through the air and landed on the worktop. She then climbed into the back and reclined across the seat. "Your turn honey," she instructed Dana.

Needing no further encouragement, Dana slipped off her shoes, followed by her shorts, shirt and underwear.

Sam stretched out her hand and motioned for Dana to join her.

She crawled onto Sam and confessed, "This is a first for me."

"Then enjoy honey, I know I will."

"Oh I plan on doing just that baby." Dana leaned in and captured Sam's mouth. After a frenzy of lips, hands and fingers in motion, Dana released her lips from Sam's right breast. "Sweetheart, sit up on the edge of the car."

Sam slowly put her arms behind herself and rose up until she was positioned on the window sill, "Lucky, I have a convertible."

Dana giggled and positioned herself between Sam's knees and lowered her mouth onto the gleaming wetness.

Sam immediately grabbed onto Dana's head, "Oh good god honey."

Dana reached up and cradled Sam's right breast and slowly kneaded the flesh. She orally manipulated Sam until she felt the tiny tremors start in her lover's legs. Dana spread her fingers against Sam's breast and squeezed the hardened nipple between her middle and index fingers - it sent Sam over the edge and Dana stayed in position, allowing Sam to steady herself while holding onto her head.

Time passed by slowly until Sam finally let go of her hold and Dana inched along on her knees to embrace Sam. The blonde rested her head on Dana's shoulder and turned her head slightly to kiss the exposed neck softly. Dana moaned in response as Sam slid off the sill and onto her knees. Reaching downwards, she pressed her fingers into Dana's moisture and moved her hand downwards before slipping two fingers against the sides of Dana's engorged bundle of tiny nerves.

Dana whispered into her ear, "Oh Sam … Sam … Sam."

"Yes honey, I'm right here with you." Sam's voice was soothing and husky.

Reaching for Sam's lips, the younger woman kissed her hungrily. She groaned into Sam's mouth as she came and continued to devour Sam's mouth and in turn, Sam continued to stoke her centre. Dana's body began to shake again with another climax and she finally removed her lips from Sam's.

"Sam."

"Yes my love?"

"I think your car is well and truly christened now."

Sam giggled for a split second, "I think you are right. Come on, let's get dressed and go inside. We might find somewhere else to christen."

Dana kissed Sam swiftly, "You are insatiable baby."

"It would appear so my love."

Dana let go of Sam and got out of the car, "I feel like a bloody teenager sneaking around behind their parents' backs."

"Is that a bad thing honey?"

"It never is with you Sam."

"Good, now toss me my clothes please."

-o-

Dana and Sam showered together before Dana made them a late lunch. As the twosome cleared the dishes, Dana asked, "Do you feel like a swim?"

"That would be nice. Remember the first time we swam together?"

Dana tittered, "As if I could forget, I was totally gone on you."

With a coy glance, Sam laughed, "I know, I was terrible tease that day."

Dana pulled her in close, "Yes you were and I wanted to kiss you so bad."

"Oh, I wanted to do more than kiss you," Sam brought their lips together slowly and gently.

Both women were breathless when they pulled apart several minutes later.

Dana slid her hands down Sam's back and inquired, "You ready for that swim?"

Sam kissed Dana's chin, "That kiss changed my mind."

"Oh really, what would you rather do?"

"Make love with you."

"Well, who am I to deny you Sam?"

Sam returned her lips to Dana's. Dana didn't deny Sam on the kitchen table and Sam didn't reject Dana on the kitchen floor. Neither denied each other on the stairs and denial could not be found anywhere when they finally made it to the bedroom.

-o-

Dana woke at 0330 hours, pecked Sam gently on the shoulder and got out of bed. She was working a double shift and commencing duty at 0400 hours and not finishing until 2000 hours. She planned on staying on base as she was expected to report for duty at the Academy Hospital at 0500 hours the following morning. Dana was just tired thinking about it. She quickly showered and dressed in uniform trousers and jacket. She left the bedroom and went downstairs and ate some breakfast.

Before leaving the house, she left Sam a note and garage remote. She pushed her Norton past Sam's Mustang and secured the door.

Sam's watch alarm went off at six and after showering and dressing; she went downstairs and found the note from Dana. She laughed as she read the message:

Good morning gorgeous,

I have left you a remote for the garage

and a surprise in the microwave.

Have a great day and I will try to track

you down on base during the day.

Love you,

Dana (your Warrior)

Xxxx oooo

Sam opened the microwave and chortled when she saw the double chocolate muffin sitting on a plate.

-o-

Dana contacted the Ford dealership at 0900 hours and purchased the dual cabin Sports Trac. It would be ready for delivery by 1300 hours that afternoon. She arranged with Carolyn to take her lunch break at that time and go into town.

She returned to base just after 1350 hours and was all smiles when she entered the Infirmary.

Carolyn swiftly approached her, "I haven't had much of a chance to talk to you today, but I wanted to thank you for the song on Saturday night and tell you that you have an incredible voice."

"Thank you and I hope to see you at one of our get togethers soon."

"I'd like that and Daniel said the same thing last night."

Just then the klaxon alarm activated with notification of off-world activity.

"That must be SG-2 back from their mission," noted Carolyn.

"My turn," said Dana, already half way out the door.

After discharging SG-2 from the Infirmary, Dana took a break and went in search of Sam in her lab. Sam's assistant, David informed her that Colonel Carter was off base attending an appointment. Dana returned to the Infirmary and was informed by Carolyn they had a twisted upper intestine operation scheduled.

She climbed into bed at 2100 hours that night and exhaustion overtook her and she was sound asleep within minutes.

-o-

Off base, Sam and Cassie went out for dinner and a movie and Cassie spent the entire time fiddling with the engagement ring Reese had given her the night before.

"Cassie, I will be off-world for the next two days, so why don't you invite Reese over to stay?" Sam said as she opened the front door.

"Thanks Sam, that's an excellent idea."

Securing the door, Sam remarked, "I spoke to Grandpa Jacob today and he is coming to dinner on Friday, so you better invite Reese along."

"Did you tell him about the engagement?"

"No, I am leaving that all up to you and Reese."

"Thanks for that treat," deadpanned Cassie. "Will Dana be here?"

"I hope so, although she is working extra shirts at the moment, so anything is possible. At this stage, she is scheduled to be off duty by 2000 hours and should be here in time."

Frowning Cassie commented, "This being apart from the person you love sucks big time."

"It sure does Cass, but you better get used to it."

"I guess so, does it get any easier?"

"No," replied Sam honestly. "You just learn to adjust to it and make allowances."

"At least with you and Dana you will be together on missions."

"True, but there will be times when she may be required at the hospital or Infirmary and won't be available to jump."

"Yeah, that will blow." Cassie hugged Sam, "I'm off to bed and to call Reese to say goodnight."

"Night Cass and please say hello to Reese for me. I'll probably be gone before you wake in the morning."

"Will do, have a safe mission and I love you."

"Thanks and I love you too."

Mother and daughter embraced again before Cassie disappeared up the stairs. Sam did some housework before finally retiring for the evening. She snuggled into the pillow that smelt of Dana's Calvin Klein perfume and drifted off with thoughts of her lover dancing around in her mind.

-o-

Dana turned off the watch alarm and half-heartedly dragged herself out of bed. She showered and dressed, then went to the Commissary for breakfast. As she took her first mouthful, she suddenly remembered she hadn't eaten since breakfast the previous morning. "Shit, don't fall into that trap again," she said to herself. When her relationship with Trish ended, she had thrown herself into her work and often went without sleeping and eating for days. She eventually became sick before realising she had a problem. Bob had kicked her arse severally for allowing herself to become rundown and that was quickly followed by another arse kicking from Tony. Dana giggled at the memory of the boys berating her and promised herself to remember to eat and give Bob and Tony a call that night.

Driving over to the hospital, Dana met up with Major Warren Townsend in the scrub room. Although she preferred to be called by her surname or Christian name, she made an exception for Major Townsend. He was by the book military and she didn't want to force the issue until he felt comfortable enough to change the way he addressed her. As the ranking Officer, she could request the change herself, but Dana was not one to step on the toes of those in charge of specific areas.

"Morning General," he said with a tilt of the head.

"Good morning Major."

"We have a rotor cuff re-alignment to kick off with this morning."

"Yes, I checked the board as I came in. All I can say is ouch, poor bugger."

Townsend chuckled, "Yeah, I don't envy him his rehabilitation."

The operation went smoothly and was quickly followed by an emergency spleen removal, caused by an over enthusiastic recruit landing awkwardly during a parachute training exercise.

After eating a hearty lunch in the mess hall with some nurses and Warren, Dana returned to another four surgical procedures before concluding for the day. She drove into town and purchased a few items needed to refit her new truck as well as several grocery items. It was only just past 1700 hours, when she arrived home and was eager to make a start on her new toy.

-o-