Ch.14
"We the jury find Colonel O'Neill and Major Carter…not guilty." Jack and Sam were pleased.
"Have you come up with a sum for payment?"
"Yes, we have." Jack and Sam were confused but listened.
"How much?"
"We the jury have decided if found not guilty that Colonel O'Neill and Major Carter will receive compensation from the government… Two million tax free dollars each." Jack and Sam were both shocked. They turned to their lawyer who was grinning.
"Care to tell us?"
"Thank-you jury for for coming to this decision. As you know, you all signed the classified forms because of what Colonel O'Neill and Major Carter do. Thank-you for your time." Then he turned to Jack and Sam.
"Colonel, Major, I received a letter from the President this morning stating that if you both were found not guilty, it would be up to the jury to decide on how much compensation you both should receive. You will also receive an apology letter from the Chief of Staff for what you both have been through."
"Thank-you," Sam said.
"If I had known about the transfer dates, the date of the wedding, and the reasons for the transfer, on the first day, I would have dismissed the charges strait away.… I wish you both the best for the future and keep up the good work with what you do to keep Earth safe."
"We will and we aren't alone. There is a whole base who is also on the front lines and it is good to have alien friends and allies like the Asgard out there," Jack said.
"True. Good luck to you both. This case is closed." He banged his hammer. Then he stood up just as the jury walked out of the room. Then the judge walked out as well. Jack and Sam hugged and kissed. Then they turned to shake the Major's hand.
"Thanks for your help."
"Your welcome and good luck to the three of you," he said smiling.
"Thanks. So, what happens now?"
"I'll get an airman to take you both back to your cells so you can collect your things while I make some calls to get you two back home."
"Thanks." Then they walked out of the court with smiles on their faces.
They walked outside, looked around, and waited. Then the Major walked over to them ten minutes after they were outside.
"This way. I've got an airman to take you both back to your cells."
"Thanks."
They followed the Major to a waiting car and got in after they thanked him. The airman took them back to the jail where they walked in and packed up their things. Then they left and got back into the car. They were heading towards Andrews Air Force base.
When they got there, they saw the SGC air force plane waiting on the tarmac. They both smiled as the car was driving toward the plane. Their smiles got even wider when they say Daniel, Teal'c, Jacob, and SG2 walking down the steps to greet them. When the car stopped, Jack and Sam quickly got out and gave the guys a hug, or handshake. Sam gave Jacob a hug.
"You're going to be a grandfather. Don't tell the others." When she pulled back, his smile was even bigger.
"Thanks, Sam. How does it feel… to be out of jail?"
"Good, Dad. So, shall we go home? I hope there is food on the plane. I'm hungry." They all laughed as they walked to the plane.
Two guys from SG2 carried Jack and Sam's bags onto the plane. Once seated, they waited for ten minutes, then they were in the air. Jack and Sam enjoyed the cakes that were on the plane while they all talked and laughed.
"Colonel, you know that Kinsey is going to be pissed when he finds out that you and Carter are free."
"So what…. After all, he's going to prison himself."
"True. So, what are your plans when we return?"
"Don't know," Jack said.
"I do. First of all, we're going home and having a long hot shower. Then we'll go to O'Malley's for a big thick juicy steak. What do you think, Jack?" She turned to him.
"Sounds good to me. Care to join us, guys?" They all agreed.
They talked about what had been happening at the SGC until the plane landed. Once they got, off they went their separate ways. Daniel drove Sam and Jack home before he went home himself. Jack and Sam showered together and made love, which they both missed, before getting out and getting dressed. Then they left to meet the others at O'Malley's.
Since they were first to show up, they got themselves a drink. Then they looked around and waited for the others to show up. When they did, and the had their drinks, they walked over to two of the big tables that were next to each other and sat down.
They talked and ordered what they wanted. They talked and laughed for the next three hours before they left to go to their own homes. That night, when Jack and Sam were in bed, they made love three times before falling asleep in each others arms.
The next morning, they both showed at the SGC and went to see General Hammond about what was happening. They were in his office for ten minutes talking about what been happening and what was happening next week.
"General Hammond, I request to be transferred to the labs full-time."
"Why is that, Major?"
"Thor told us yesterday that I'm pregnant."
"Well… congratulations."
"Thanks, sir." Jack said smiling.
"Well, in that case, request granted."
"Thank-you, sir." They talked for another few more minutes before they left his office and went their separate ways. Sam spoke to SG2. They were shocked that Sam was leaving the team.
"What are you transferring to the labs for…? You're pregnant?!" Ferretti said in shock.
"Might be."
"Well…, congratulations."
"Thanks. I hope you guys understand."
"Yes, we do." They talked for a few minutes before they went their separate ways.
Three days later, they checked their accounts and saw the million dollars were already in there. So, Jack wrote out a check for the house and passed it to their lawyers to sort out. At the same time, they heard about the date for Kinsey's and the others trial. So all they could do was wait.
Jack was in Washington for two months, since he was the prime witness in all of the cases. The first week that Jack was in Washington, they received the ownership papers and keys to their new home. So, since Jack was away, Daniel, Teal'c, and some of the personnel showed up at Jack's place to help Sam with packing and moving all of Jack's things to their new home.
The weekend before Jack left for Washington, they shared the baby news with their friends. Sam had already told Mark and he was happy for them. After all of Jack's things were in the house, a truck showed up with all of Sam's things.
Once all of that was unloaded, it was almost lunchtime. So, Sam went into town while the guys were taking care of the furniture. When she returned, Teal'c and Daniel walked out to her car and helped her take in boxes of pizza and drinks. They all sat down in the living room talking, eating, and drinking for the next hour. Then they left and Sam thanked them for there help.
Sam sat down and relaxed for an hour. Then she heard a truck show up. It was their new king sized bed, two queen sized beds, four single beds, and a lounge suite that they bought three days earlier. Sam showed the men where they were to go. Once done, the old furniture was taken away and she thanked them as they left.
Since she was starting to feel tired, she walked upstairs to the master bedroom. She made the bed with the new clean sheets and duvet cover that she and Jack bought one day last week ago. Once the bed was made and she knew the place was locked up, she went and grabbed the old patchwork quilt she made when she was transferred to Colorado Springs. She laid down with the quilt over her, closed her eyes, and fell into a peaceful sleep.
While Jack was in Washington for the trials, he called Sam or she would call him at night. They talked about their day, what had been happening at the SGC, and the trial. When the trial was over, all party were found guilty and were either sentenced to life in prison or to the death penalty for their crimes.
Senator Kinsey was sentenced to death for his part in everything done over the past three and half years. Jack was pleased. It was over and he caught the night flight back to Colorado Springs.
By the time he was dropped off at home, it was almost six o'clock, so he walked up and into the house. He could hear movement in the kitchen. So, he put his bag down with his hat on top of it and walked into the kitchen to see Sam humming to some music that was playing on the radio. He walked up behind her, wrapped his arms around her waist, and rubbed his nose into her. Then he moved to her ear.
"I missed you."
"I missed you, too, Jack. Welcome home." Then he let her turn around so she could wrap her arms around his neck as they kissed.
"How did you know it was me?"
"Major Davis called to let me know that you were on your way home. Then I saw the taxi pull up outside and you were getting out."
"Ah. So, what are you cooking?"
"Dinner. Why don't you go and get changed while I'll take care of our dinner."
"Sure. Sounds good to me." He gave her a kiss before walking out of the kitchen. He picked up his hat and bag, then walked upstairs and down to their room. When he walked into their bedroom, he looked around and smiled.
"It's good to be home."
Then he went and changed his clothes and sorted out his bag. Afterwards, he returned to the kitchen to see Sam sitting down at the table. He went and joined her and they talked as they enjoyed there dinner. Afterwards, Sam showed him the backyard. He was shocked, but happy, to see the barbecue area. A large picnic table, swimming pool with fence around it, and kids play area already built. He turned and pulled Sam towards him.
"Sam, I love the backyard."
"I knew you would." They kissed.
"How are you feeling?"
"OK. It's the mornings that I don't like at the moment."
"Well, I'm home and I'm going to be here for you and our child."
"I know you are, Jack."
"So, what do you want to do now?"
Sam smiled and pulled him into the house. She locked the door and pulled him up to their bedroom. Jack knew what she wanted. So, he gave her a kiss and they took each others clothes off before they climbed into bed. There they made love for the next two hours. Afterwards, Sam snuggled up to his side. They were happy.
"You know, Jack, we just christened our new bed and this bedroom."
"I know. How about tomorrow we christen the shower." Sam giggled.
"Sounds good to me. How are you feeling?"
"Good. I would like to rest before we do it again."
"OK. Well, while we are resting, we can watch the Simpson's that I recorded for you."
"Sweet. Then you shall be rewarded after every episode."
He gave her a kiss and picked up the remote which was on his bedside drawers. Then he turned the TV on. They watched the first episode, then they made love again. Then they watched the next one. They decided to get some sleep after the third episode, since they both had to be on the base in the morning.
Two weeks later, they had their friends around for a barbecue. They were all enjoying them talking, laughing, eating, and drinking. Sam walked inside to get some drinks, when she was beamed out of the house. She blinked a few times and looked around. Then she smiled.
"Thor, this is a surprise. What can I do for you?"
"I'm here to test your child."
"Ah, OK. Where should I stand or lie down?" Then a pod appeared in a bright light.
"OK." Sam got into the pod and the chamber closed. Sam closed her eyes and relaxed until she heard the chamber open. She opened her eyes, sat up, and got out.
"Is everything alight, Thor?"
"Yes, the results are coming through now." Sam saw the recording. It was in Asgard., so she waited. Then Thor turned to Sam.
"Thor, what's wrong?"
"Nothing is wrong Major Carter. Your children are fine."
"Children?"
"Yes." Then he moved a stone and a hologram appeared. It showed two babies. Sam smiled when she saw them. He even showed what they were.
"Twins. Wow!"
"These children will be more advanced than O'Neill."
"What do you mean, Thor?"
"The results show that these babies' Ancient gene is eighty percent and they also have a protein marker."
"How can that be?"
"Because you also carry the Ancient gene. You've only got twenty percent. Also. you were a host once." Sam was shocked with the news.
"Oh, my god."
"Your children will have to be protected."
"Thanks for the warning."
"I must return and inform the council of these findings."
"Sure. Thanks for telling me." Then she was back in the kitchen.
She smiled at the news and went to get the drinks. Then she returned outside with them. That night while they were in bed, Sam turned and looked at Jack as he looked at her.
"Thor, was here today."
"Oh. Is everything alright?"
"Yeah. He beamed me up to test our baby."
"And?"
"I've got a double surprise."
"Sam?"
"First of all… we are having twins."
"Twins!" he said in shock.
"Yes, twins. One of each." He smiled and gave her a kiss.
"What's the other surprise?"
"They are more advanced than you are."
"Meaning?"
"Eighty percent Ancient."
"Eighty," he said.
"Yes, and they also have a protein marker and naquadah in them."
"Wow."
"Thor said that they will have to be protected."
"OK. So, when is he going to be dropping by next?"
"He didn't say."
"OK…. Twins." Sam smiled.
"Yes, Jack twins."
"I love you."
"I love you, too." They kissed. Then Jack rolled over and turned the light off. Then he rolled back over and snuggled up to Sam's side.
"Night, Sam."
"Night, Jack."
"Night, Homer and Marge."
"Jack!" She said in a slightly angry tone.
"Just kidding."
"I hope so." She knew he would be grinning. They both closed their eyes and fell into a peaceful sleep.
They keep the news to themselves for a week. Then they decided to tell their family and friends the good news. They were happy for them and bets were taken for when the twins were due to be born.
Over the next five months, Sam kept herself busy. She was six months pregnant, when Janet ordered her to cut back on her hours, which she did for a month. Then she was put on bed rest, which Sam didn't want to do. But she was never alone. There was always someone to keep her company. At home Sam and Jack had family and friends around for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Since Sam was told to relax, she wasn't aloud to travel to far.
On the twentieth of February, Sam gave birth to a six pound seven ounce baby girl. Then two minutes late, she gave birth to seven pound eleven ounce baby boy. They named them Jacob Daniel and Hannah Elizabeth O'Neill. No one won the bet, so the money was split up and put in a trust fund which they will get when they turn twenty-one. Both babies looked like Jack.
Jacob showed up at the SGC after he received the message, three days after the birth. Sam returned to work part-time, a month after the kids were born. She returned to work full-time when they were six months old. Jack went through a number of replacements over the next eighteen months until Lieutenant Elliott joined SG1. Sam did go off world every now and then. Most of the time, it was to the alpha site.
Over the next three years, Jack and Sam had two more children, one of each. After there youngest was eight months old, Jack received another down load and was about to get the knowledge and find the weapon to destroy Anubis and his fleet.
When Thor showed up and removed the knowledge, he and Sam were shocked to learn that Sam was three months pregnant with twins again. They kept it a secret until the day they both were promoted, shocking everyone, but they were happy. Jack took over Hammond's job, while Sam was working in the labs again full time.
Five and half months later, Sam gave birth to boy and girl. After they were born, she had her tubes cut. She and Jack loved having passionate loving making, but they decided not to have any more kids.
Jack retired five years later as lieutenant general, after the goa'uld war was over. Sam retired five years after Jack. She was a brigadier general for eighteen months. Both her and Jack wanted to spend more time with their families. They still had full clearance to the SGC and could drop by and see them any time they wanted to.
Senator Kinsey received the lethal injection six months after he was found guilty. Mayborne got out of prison with Jack's help. He provided information on all the rogue NID. In exchange, he could go and live off world. Mayborne did keep his end of the bargain and was living off world with five wives, which he made him happy.
Jack and Sam do go off world to visit other planets that they've been to over the three years. They are still happy and in love. To this day, Sam still hasn't told Jack when she forgave him. She knew the day she forgave him was the day they got married and he knew, deep down, that she forgave him about the time of their wedding. He wasn't going to ask, knowing she wouldn't tell him, but tease him like she did years go. All they did do was make love and they both forgot the question until next time. They lived happily ever after.
The End.