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Jenny and Vastra's responsibilities at Demon's Run were simple but critical. They needed to subdue a few soldiers and secure the control room, turning off the lights on the Doctor's cue. These were their personal tasks along with the general requirement of everyone to find and protect Rory and Amy's baby.
The time leading up to a battle involves a lot of waiting. Jenny found herself approached by many curious Silurians. Some wanted to test her prowess in battle, so she sparred with them. Some wanted to test her prowess in other areas, and she politely declined. Nonetheless, many offered her tips and advice about how to satisfy a Silurian woman. They also told her about how to care for her when she molted, and Jenny was glad because Vastra was very private about that semi-annual struggle. "She'll probably never ask, she'd be too embarrassed, but if you . . ." started a few hushed conversations in Tardis corridors.
Vastra wasn't shy, and had asked for some of what the Silurians suggested, but Jenny had lots of ideas to try for when they were on their own, especially where Vastra's crests were concerned. One last piece of information was shared with Jenny - the location of the Silurian base under Wales and a communications frequency where they could be reached. "You will be reaching us in our past, so you can't mention this encounter."
The actual battle happened very quickly. In under five minutes the plan was executed. Jenny and Vastra were their usual efficient selves.
In seconds, the two soldiers guarding the control room are subdued with appropriate sass. Vastra threatened "Go on, resist. I am ever so hungry. " while Jenny got down to business
"Now, dear. Which button controls the lights?"
The guards properly subdued, the women considered the Doctor's theatrics. Jenny admired his intellect, while Vastra complimented his physique.
Jenny was a bit offended at Vastra's wandering eyes, and confronted her "You do realise he's a man, don't you, ma'am?" Vastra may have earned herself some time in the doghouse saying
" Mammals. They all look alike. "
"Oh, thank you." Jenny replied sarcastically
One of the guards was plotting an escape. Vastra eyed him as she replied
"Was I being insensitive again, dear? I don't know why you put up with me. "
Vastra turned and lashed the guard with her extendible tongue, and Jenny blushed at the coincidence. "Oil! It's not just for your tongue that I put up with ya, ma'am, although . . . " Jenny was still seeking the courage to find out all that tongue could do for her.
The control room was secured, and Jenny and Vastra needed to go separate ways in order to complete the mission. Jenny went to find the Doctor while Vastra maintained command of the control room.
Vastra used her scientists brain to help the doctor to realize that Amy's baby had been conceived in the vortex, and was being genetically manipulated to have time lord characteristics. Jenny found and comforted those who were grieving.
Suddenly their victory seemed to turn to defeat as the headless monks attacked. Vastra took over military command and the base was re-secured, but not without substantial losses, including most of the Silurian warriors. The baby they had all tried to save turned out to be a flesh avatar, and the evil Madame Kovarian would raise her to kill the doctor.
River Song finally appeared when everything was over. She couldn't be there before because she was already there, as the infant Melody Pond. Nevertheless, she remained for the two days it took the, to clean up the base.
