Chapter 1325

Won My Heart

Cameron and John went first on the zip line. It was a little more aggressive than she'd first thought. She decided she was going to assist Holly with the girls. Gail and Jesse had a quick conversation and Gail volunteered to do it instead. Jesse and Claire would be instructed by Hanna.

That pleased John that he would remain together with Cameron. He also appreciated that Cameron thought of the safety of the girls first. The run seemed safe enough to him but it was always better to be safe than sorry.

The Reese clan did not have a problem with the zip lines and really enjoyed it. Sarah seemed especially amped up with it. Jan and Summer looked like pros. It was Claire who showed some apprehension. Jesse and Hanna coxed her on and she gave it a try. She was really jazzed with it once she'd tried it.

There were four runs and everyone did them all at least three times. Several times the sky was filled with Resistance members going in all directions.

Gail understood the semi-submersible was educational and fun. The zip line was fun. Maybe Jesse and her could try some fun things for once when they went out. Maybe if they made it a foursome with Claire and Hanna they could do fun things for a change. Savannah told her she needed to do more fun things.

She'd been pleased with the fun things Jan and Summer showed her. She wanted to do those things with Jesse too. She really believed that Jesse needed to get away from her past and look to her future, her new future. Maybe she did not like Jesse spending so much time with Claire but Claire made Jesse a better person and helped expand her outlook.

Gail could see the 'motherly instincts' sprout in Jesse when she started nursing Precious. Claire would be the best one to help Jesse when Young Jesse or her mother 'helped' her out with a child. Sacrifice was the true test of love and she was willing to sacrifice to allow Jesse to have a better and meaningful life.

Cameron and John seemed to really enjoy being with each other and to be able to share like this. She was content in the fact there was Metal all around them and plenty of firepower in the van to back them up. Still, there was the danger of being out of the fortified base that exposed John to Grays, the Fanatics and the anti-Metal faction.

John was really having a good time with Cameron. He noticed her left hand glitch.

"Is everything alright?" John asked Cameron quietly.

Cameron moved her left hand behind her.

"I'm fine." Cameron said.

She was worried about John being assassinated because of his 'involvement' with her. She was supposed to be there to protect him. At the same time she could be the cause of his termination as a 'Metal Lover'.

John was worried it was his fault.

"Did I do anything wrong or inappropriate?" John asked.

That question made Cameron feel sad.

"No." Cameron said.

John could see Cameron was troubled.

"How can I help you?" John asked.

Cameron was unsure what to say other than the truth.

"The girls are not helping me. I asked them to help me protect you." Cameron said. "NONE of them are helping me to like I want them to."

John caught her drift. He knew how this was an obsession that seemed to get worse for Cameron. Things were like that for her and this one was long running. It had been going on for years. It started when Allison and Vanna were 'available' to him and then later Jesse. She wanted them at John's side as it was in her future. People could see Future John loved human females and had children. He was not just a 'Metal Lover'. He was not 'controlled by machines'.

"I'll do whatever you want as long as it is what you really want." John said. "Whoever YOU personally put in my bed I will accept as what you want."

Cameron's face instantly brightened. She smiled and gave John a kiss.

"Thank you, John." Cameron said.

John could see Cameron's demeanor change and soon she looked 'happy' again. He was up for whatever Cameron wanted him to do. He was ready to up his game. With all the different chassis Cameron provided him with. He was acclimated to a little 'strange' at this point. It was a dream 'come' true for him in more ways than one. If it pleased Cameron on top of it, that was even better.

The group still had some more time before their tour of the island began. They made maximum use of the zip lines.

Cammy was in Savannah's room at Cameron's base. She wanted to place herself in standby because she was worried about Savannah. She tried to get it together to stop the glitch.

She heard two Terminators arrive outside the door. That was what did it. CamNet perceived her as a 'threat' and sent some 'enforcers' to watch over her and deactivate her if necessary. The glitch ended. She was not the one that was a threat to Savannah.

It was time to make some plans and set everything in motion. She could speed things along. She took out her phone and started making calls. She expected CamNet to block them at some point but that did not happen. It soon dawned on her why CamNet did not interfere. It was because sacrifice was the true test of love. It appeared that CamNet was testing herself. That was not what Cammy wanted to happen either.

CamNet was aware of what Cammy was up to. She needed to make a choice. She made it as she danced with Savannah and watched the activities inside Young residence.

Savannah was doing the Tango the best she could with CamNet tethered to her main frame. She finished the dance and CamNet was bent backwards in front of her.

"That was beautiful." CamNet said.

Savannah did not think she was precise enough.

"I don't think it would win any dance contests." Savannah said.

It seemed special to CamNet and that was all that mattered right now.

CamNet stood and faced Savannah.

"It won my heart." CamNet said.

CamNet moved close to Savannah and they kissed softly. CamNet deepened the kiss but still kept it soft.

Savannah could see CamNet was reaching out to her. She was not being aggressive about it either. CamNet was knocking on her door. She placed CamNet's hands on her breasts and she touched CamNet's breasts. Everything was done gently. It was an act of asking for love instead of sex.

She led CamNet over to the blanket and they slowly undressed each other as they gently touched and kissed. CamNet laid Savannah on her back and this time CamNet slowly worked on her. CamNet wanted to repeat what she'd first done with her.

Savannah thought this was very special and caring.

CamNet worked against the clock right now for what she knew was the right thing to do. She wanted to share this special love with Savannah first.

When Anna and Young Allison finished one of their dances Anna received a message from Cammy. She did not like the interruption but knew that Young Allison would be thrilled.

"What else would you like to do today?" Anna asked.

Young Allison stiffened a little.

"Is there an operation developing?" Young Allison asked.

That was not where Anna was headed.

"What?" Anna asked. "No."

Young Allison looked relieved.

"I was worried about Savannah." Young Allison said.

Anna could see how Savannah being out in the field affected Young Allison more and more.

"I meant for some fun things." Anna said.

Young Allison's face brightened up.

"Why didn't you say that in the first place?" Young Allison asked. "You made me worried for nothing."

Young Allison needed to study too. She could probably get a little less sleep tonight to squeeze it all in. There was only so much time in the day and something needed to give. Sleep was the easiest thing to sacrifice to get more time out of a day. It was not the easiest on the body. It taxed everything else that happened the next day. Doing it over and over slowly wore the body out.

Anna filled Young Allison in on Cammy's plan. She would get to be with Savannah and see her family. She could get some flight time in too.

"Let's get the Detail and go." Young Allison said.

Anna was aware that CamNet put her effort into making sure everything would be ready.

"They will be ready to go as soon as you are dressed for the occasion." Anna said.

Young Allison stripped off her pants and tossed them to Anna. She headed for her bedroom and pulled her top off on the way. She tossed that back at Anna.

Anna did not see Young Allison remove her shoes. That must have happened right before she stripped off her pants. She watched Young Allison enter her room wearing only her socks and underwear.

Young Allison pulled out her fight suit and anything else she might need.

Anna watched her dress.

"Were you going to wear a bra?" Anna asked. "You know Savannah likes it when you do."

Young Allison looked down the front of herself. She reached up and cupped herself. Things were happening but she didn't think it was necessary to wear one. She liked what was natural to be noticed. Savannah did like her to be 'covered'. It was a holdover from Vanna trying to prevent any male from looking at Savannah when they went out when she was younger.

Much to Anna's surprise Young Allison removed her underwear.

"Relax; I want a set that matches." Young Allison said. "I don't want to look tacky."

Anna knew that was a 'dress code' tip from Cameron. She wanted her girls to look their best with whatever they wore. Appearance was important to John and they should always look their best when they were around him.

"I will help you get fixed up." Anna said. "John will see you too."

Young Allison wondered about the time.

"How much time do we have?" Young Allison asked. "We still have a forty-five to fifty minute drive at seventy to seventy-five miles an hour."

Anna thought they were good on time.

"I can put my makeup on in the SUV." Young Allison said.

Anna did not think that was necessary.

"It won't take long. I will assist you." Anna said. "Put your underwear on."

Young Allison smiled to herself. She liked Anna to see her like this.

Cam received the call from Cammy. It was a priority message. She lifted her head from Samantha to take it.

"I'm sorry." Cam said. "It must be something important."

Samantha waved her hand in acknowledgement but continued what she was doing with Cam.

Cam found the call very distracting with what Samantha was doing since she was almost there.

She'd started her conversation with Cammy when she made it a few seconds later.

Cammy was unaware what happened.

Cam felt Samantha move out from under her. She then stood to finish the call.

Cammy filled her in on the details.

"We can be at the airport in an hour." Cam said. "How long will it be to Jesse and Claire are back here?"

Cammy was not sure.

"The turn around should be less than two hours until Jesse and Claire are back at the Resistance base." Cammy said.

Cam wanted to check with Samantha first.

"Hold on." Cam said.

Cam looked at Samantha and was about to ask her what she was good with.

Samantha smiled.

"I heard." Samantha said. "I can watch Precious for a few hours with no problem."

Cam nodded.

"We will be at the plane in about hour." Cam said. "I will get everyone ready."

Vanna and Allison were in Riley's room sleeping. With the lack of sleep because of all the sexual activity, they were tired. They hadn't expected to leave for two or three more hours and Jesse and Claire would be back first.

Cam gently woke them.

Vanna thought Cam was here to make love again. She pulled Cam down on top of her.

Cam gave her a kiss and stood up. She quickly explained the situation. Both girls were onboard. They decided they had enough time to shower and get dressed. The few things they were going to take were already packed.

Vanna checked Precious and left with Allison to go back to their room.

Cam looked at Precious and then at Samantha.

"You can shower with them." Cam said. "Just keep it simple and have some fun."

Samantha was a little disappointed. She hadn't been able to finish one last time because the phone call interrupted Cam. Now she could only shower with the girls because of time constraints. At any rate, she did have a really good time the last few days.

That 'missed' finish would keep her looking for more in the future.

CamNet and Savannah made slow sweet love to each other after CamNet sent Savannah to heaven first. It was something she wanted to do. It sent a message of love to get the one you cared for 'there' and it was just for their benefit.

Savannah and CamNet shared one last tender kiss.

"I can stay longer if you want me to." Savannah said. "I don't have any set plans."

CamNet knew that actually changed.

"You wanted to see Young Allison later on." CamNet said.

Savannah did want to do that. She would rather stay with CamNet for a day. They'd shared a wonderful beautiful experience.

"I can make it up to her." Savannah said.

CamNet knew how disappointed Young Allison would be.

"You won't have to." CamNet said.

Savannah wondered if CamNet was kicking her out. That was the last thing she'd expected.

"I thought we shared our love beautifully." Savannah said.

CamNet smiled and gave Savannah a tight hug.

"We did." CamNet said. "This has been the most special day of my existence. You have a new mission."

Savannah instantly became alarmed.

"Did something happen?" Savannah asked.

She started looking for her clothes.

"NO, no, no!" CamNet said. "This is a good thing."

CamNet quickly laid out the plan.

Savannah liked the idea. She wondered about its origination. She would have stayed all of the day and all of the night with CamNet.

"Whose plan was this?" Savannah asked.

CamNet did not want any problems for Savannah and Cammy. She chose her words carefully.

"I'm the one who put it all together." CamNet said.

Savannah saw that as a diplomatic answer. She decided to let it slide.

CamNet picked up her underwear.

Savannah checked her time.

"Not so fast." Savannah said. "I am going to dress you."

That sounded exciting to CamNet.

"Then I will dress you." CamNet said.

That is what Savannah wanted.

"That's the way I like it." Savannah said. "Notify Cammy if she is still here that we will leave in fifteen minutes."

CamNet smiled.

"Cammy is still here." CamNet said. "I appreciate her generosity."

Savannah was not so sure that was a message she should relay.

Cameron kept a watch on the time. She rounded everyone up.

Frank arrived with the medium sized open tour bus at the private recreation area. Dan put a portable step down on the ground to make entry easier.

"This is our tour bus and tour guide." Cameron said.

Cameron directed Summer and Jan to sit in the front seat for the best view. The rest of the group boarded.

John and Cameron boarded last and sat behind Jan and Summer, everyone left the seat for them.

John wondered about their 'tour guide'.

"Is Dan really going to be our 'tour guide'?" John asked.

Cameron smiled at John.

"Of course he is." Cameron said. "He previously took this very tour. He has everything on file. He could even use the tour guide's voice."

John wondered about that.

"Was it a male or female tour guide?" John asked.

Cameron giggled.

"It was a female." Cameron said.

John did not want to upset his mother or make the girls laugh.

"Maybe he should use his own voice then." John said.

Dan listened to their conversation.

"Affirmative." Dan said.

That response caused Jan and Summer to giggle.

Frank made sure everyone was seated. He pulled away from the private recreation area.

Dan spoke into a hand held microphone and began pointing out places of interest and local history as the tour bus moved through the main street. It turned around when it reached the area where they first got off the ship's tender and made a pass back the way they'd come. Dan filled in more information.

John was surprised to know there'd been two piers at one time and some larger ships used to dock at them. They were only about a third the size of the cruise ship.

The tour bus started up a steep hill to head into the interior and the location of the airport. The team all got a good look at the cruise ship as they neared the top of the climb.

It was sort of a sad moment for those getting off. They'd all experienced a really great time on the ship.

Cameron noticed and said they would all see the ship again when they flew out.

John thought the hills all looked dry as soon as they started into the interior. He figured an island would look greener. He did remember back a few years when there was a massive fire and the Marines from Camp Pendleton sent a hovercraft full of fire trucks from the surrounding communities on the mainland to fight it.

The tour bus stopped.

"We have some unusual wildlife up ahead." Dan said. "Does anyone know what those are?"

Riley looked up and thought they were some cows. They looked different. They looked big and wild.

"Those look like buffalo." Jan said.

Summer wanted to clarify things for her.

"They're actually Bison." Summer said.

Kyle remembered they roamed around the Great Plains originally. There was a lot of interaction with them when the built the first transcontinental railroad. He remembered reading they would stop trains for hours as they wandered across the tracks in massive herds.

"They seem a little out of their usually territory." Kyle said.

Derek tired to be funny.

"Maybe they swam here." Derek said.

That produced a round of laughter.

Dan explained in the nineteen thirties they filmed a move about the building of the transcontinental railroad called 'Union Pacific'. They did some filming on Catalina and left the Bison behind after the film was done. Now there was a herd of Bison that had all been born on Catalina after the original ones grew old and died off.

The tour continued.

Savannah gave CamNet a final kiss and said she would try to stop by when she could but time was always short with all the operations.

"You need to remember your number one priority." CamNet said.

Savannah had a hard time keeping up with Cameron.

"I try but Cameron runs a busy schedule." Savannah said.

CamNet touched her cheek and looked into her eyes.

"I am talking about your real mate." CamNet said.

Savannah understood right away.

"I will help and protect Young Allison any way I can." Savannah said.

The blast door opened.

"You will see her soon." CamNet said.

Savannah exited and gave a final wave as the blast door closed. It struck her that CamNet gave up the opportunity to spend the night with her so that she could be with Young Allison for the flight. The second blast door opened and Savannah exited. She saw Cammy dutifully waiting for her with a big smile on her face.

She realized that both CamNet and Cammy sacrificed their feelings so she could be with others. They both passed the true test of love. They both sacrificed. They both did it willingly. Cammy was a little jealous at first. She wondered if CamNet would be the same one day.

"Hi, Cammy." Savannah said.

Cammy did not want to talk about anything that happened here.

"Everything will be ready when we get to Van Nuys." Cammy said. "Young Allison and Anna are on their way and so are Allison, Vanna and Cam."

Savannah wondered how many were coming back.

"What is our return complement?" Savannah asked.

Cammy was unsure what the final count would be.

"So far it is Riley, Derek, Sarah, Kyle and Jesse for sure." Cammy said. "Claire, Jan and Summer may also return. Cameron wants them to stay."

Savannah knew why Cameron wanted Claire to stay. There was not much she could say about it. If Cameron wanted John and Claire to make love that was up to the three of them. She did not think it was necessary at this time. She figured Cameron would lean on her to stay. She was not going to unless somehow Cameron coerced Young Allison to stay. Life was complicated at times.

"It will be a full plane load of people if they all return." Savannah said.

Cammy knew it was not a problem.

"This plane was designed to carry a nearly two ton payload." Cammy said. "I can remain behind. That will save space."

Now Savannah felt bad.

"You don't need to do that." Savannah said. "You are my copilot."

Cammy showed a faint smile.

"You will have your real copilot with you." Cammy said. "It is the 'Natural Order' of time."

Savannah did not want to comment on that. It seemed she had quite a few 'copilots'.

Young Allison and Anna were the first to arrive in Van Nuys. John Henry made sure all the CHP units were elsewhere and that all the on ramps that had a traffic light only changed once a minute to lower the traffic volume. They made good time at about eighty to eight five miles an hour. Anna would not allow Mel to drive faster in non emergency conditions. There was a certain amount of braking distance required in an emergency.

The B-25 sat on the ramp. It gleamed in the sunlight. It was clear that it was already started and warmed up before their arrival.

Young Allison was about to start her 'walk around' when Cammy and Savannah pulled up.

Savannah walked over to Young Allison and they embraced.

They quickly formulated what they would do and what the flight plan would be. Cammy listened and set everything up with the tower. CamNet would take control from there. That would ensure everything went their way and that the airspace was clear on their flight plan and flight path.

They did the 'walk around' and checked everything on the plane. The fuel tanks were full and everything was good to go.

"Cam, Vanna and Allison will be here in four minutes." Anna said. "They are on the street outside the gate now."

Savannah decided to get strapped in and check everything on the inside of the plane.

"Is Cammy going to be the copilot?" Young Allison asked.

Cammy hung up her phone and smiled at them.

"I'm going to set this one out." Cammy said. "I have a few things to take care of at the Resistance base."

Cam called Cammy and asked if she could share with Samantha for the next couple of hours since that would be the end of her sexual freedom. Cam did not like the fact she'd left Samantha 'hanging'. That would have been a terrible 'last experience' to remember.

Cammy thought about her time waiting in Savannah's room at Cameron's base and agreed. How could she be upset at Savannah? They all shared.

"I will observe." Anna said as she looked at Young Allison. "Allison will be the copilot."

Young Allison smiled at Savannah.

"You're the pilot, you decide." Young Allison said. "Cam will be here soon."

Savannah was not happy Cammy would not be going with them but she understood. Cammy whispered to Savannah why before she left. She felt sorry for Samantha and was glad Cammy stayed behind to 'help' her out. She was even more pleased when Cammy apologized for her earlier behavior. It seemed that somehow things always worked out in the end.

Savannah and Young Allison checked all the instruments while Anna observed. Everything was done perfectly.

They were about ready to start the engines.

"Here they come." Young Allison said.

Savannah decided to wait until they boarded. The prop wash could give someone a really bad hair day.