Season 4 Episode 1:

(When the Syndicate chiefs were attacked by an unknown threat involving the Replicators, SG-1 needs to deal with the fact that the dead is walking.).

A little more then six weeks ago, the Replicator declared war on Earth and their allies, as well the Syndicate. Syndicate chiefs Apophis, Yu, Odin, Ohper, Narim, Pieter Erich, Bra'tac and Jacob Carter were holding a conference on their matters with assisting the Tau'ri.

But Ba'al send one of his messengers to convince the Syndicate to turn on the Tau'ri. "If you expect my master's terms, you will all be spared as well for the Tau'ri.". Apophis frowned. "Why should we bow to the likes of you? It is time for the Goa'uld to change their ways, the new Goa'uld dynasty involves an alliance with the Tok'ra. One of the Goa'uld's sworn enemies.". Selmak spoke. "Agreed, we came to far to turn on our allies.". Pieter Erich crossed his arms. "I refuse to turn. My people were once slaves to the Goa'uld, I won't allow it to happen again.". Narim agreed. "I owe a life debt to the Tau'ri as well.". The messenger laughed. "Or is it because you wish to win the heart of Major Samantha Carter?". Jacob then looked at Narim. "I am not asking.". Narim knew this was meant to break the alliance so he had to be as diplomatic as possible.

But then, two of Yu's Jaffa came in with a prisoner. "Lord Yu, this man's ship docked without authority.". Yu got up and walked to the man, he was wearing azure coloured clothing, he had a hood covering his face. He had flaps covering his trouser at his hips. His boots were dark grey. Yu stood in front of him. "Who are you?" he asked. But before he was answered he was stabbed by a dagger that came out of nowhere. Yu fell onto his side. Oshu raised to his master's side. The stranger rose to his feet and pressed a button on his wrist gauntlet. Two swords appeared on his back. Apophis and the chiefs backed up. The man rose and rolled his shoulders. Apophis grabbed a staff weapon and fired at his attacker.

Back at the SGC, General Hammond was trying to right his report but he was more focused on something else. Everyone was so. Daniel was trying to study an Ancient artefact but he was concentrating. Jack was at home trying to do some fishing. But the empty seat next to him made him lack of concentration. Teel'c was on Chu'lak listening to a proposal that could change The Free Jaffa Nation, but he was more focused on something else. Sam on the other hand, was taking this worse, she refused to walk into her lab, for every time she did, she excepted to see a smiling Conrad sketching. But he was gone.

When they all got together in the Mess Hall, the table was quiet. No one spoke or ate for that matter. Jack atleast tried to strike up a conversation. "So, when do we plan on going back to active duty?" he asked. Daniel shrugged. "It won't be the same.". Teel'c agreed. "Indeed Daniel Jackson.". Sam was still quiet. "Once we take the Replicators out of the picture, will I have peace.". Jack nodded. "So will I, they took our friend, and we don't take such shit likely.".

"Off world activation.". SG-1 made a run for it. Walter read the IDC. "It's the Syndicate." He said. Hammond ordered the iris to be opened. Apophis came with his staff weapon supporting his weight, he was cut and burned. "We need medical help!" he yelled. Oshu came through assisting his master who was using his hand to put pressure on the stab wound. Narim came in holding a staff weapon shot to the shoulder closed. Pieter came in with an injured leg, Ohper was fine. Odin and Jacob came through. Bra'tac was so badly wounded he couldn't move. He collapsed on the ramp and Teel'c went to him.

The whole Syndicate chiefs were injured. Sam went to Narim. "What happened?" she asked. Narim grabbed her collar. "He's alive, he is under their control.". Sam was confused. "Who?" she asked. Yu spoke. "He stabbed me! The Replicators took control over him!". Apophis completed the story. "Conrad is alive, and he is not himself.". The room went silent.

Apophis was showing a holographic recording of the fight. Jack was so pissed. "Son of a bitch! We shouldn't have left his body!" he states with rage in his voice. Sam couldn't believe what she is watching. "This can't be real.". Jacob rested a hand on his daughter's shoulder. "That's not him. If he wanted us dead, why are we alive?". Sam then noticed something. When the figure knelt and removed his hood, he refused to look into the eyes of Replicator Carter. But before they left the station, Conrad eyed the recorder. That's where Sam found her answer. "His eyes." She points out. Apophis saw it. "They aren't blue, they are red.". Hammond was confused. "What does that mean?". Apophis then said one thing. "Mind control.". Jacob nodded. "It makes sense. Conrad was killed. But they must've revived him and then took control over his mind, rewriting his whole brain.". Narim had a different thought. "Do you not see the point? He is clearly is betraying us and did. He tried to kill us.". Apophis didn't think so. "If that was the case, why are we alive?" he asked. Odin spoke. "It could be to send a message.". Yu snorted. "To say to back off?" he asked. Sam shook her head. "Or to tell us he is still in there." She said. Narim didn't like this. "Or to lead us into a trap.". Sam groaned. "Narim, stop being so negative and let me think!".

Jacob then looked at Narim. "What did you do to her?" he sounded very threatening. Narim shrugged. "I don't know.". Jack then sat down. "She wanted me to join her cause. This all could be to get me back." He said. Daniel shook his head. "Not likely, it could be she got rid of Conrad so that the competition could be removed, like Conrad said himself. This Sam thinks the same way as our Sam, maybe she is trying to open the door for you to be with Sam.".

Jack shook his head. "I lost that chance Daniel, and I am not leaving a friend behind again.".

(To all those wondering why I leave such S/J moments, I actually ship those two. I just decided on making an OC for I never did one before.).

Meanwhile on a Replicator space station, Conrad was walking, his now red eyes facing the doors. They opened and he knelt in front of his mistress. "Collective, I delivered the message, why do you doubt my loyalty?" he asked. Replicator Carter then turned towards him. "I don't question it, the question is, do you?" she asked. Conrad made eye contact. "I am loyal to you and only you.". Replicator Carter then smiled. "Then, I will send you on a mission, I need you to capture a man.". Conrad rose. "Who?" he asked. Replicator Carter smiled. "Fifth, his faction stands in the way of our empire, I want him dead or alive. But I prefer alive.". Conrad nodded. "It will be done." Throwing his hood over his head he marched out.

But he stopped. A memory flashed. He doesn't understand. These memories cannot be his. He isn't that man anymore.

Back on Earth Sam was working on a plan. She ran every idea she could, but nothing work. Conrad's face kept popping in her head. His voice ringing in her ears, the taste of his lips on her tongue. She swore she was daydreaming when a voice spoke in her head. She opened her eyes. She wasn't in her lab anymore, she was on a ship. She looked to her left. There sat Conrad crossed legged. "You found me." He said. Sam wanted to hug him but she couldn't, this isn't real. But he hugged her. She did it back. "I miss you" she said. Conrad smiled. "What do you mean? I never left you." He insured. Sam then stepped back out of this imposter's grasp. "Fifth." She said. Fifth took his real form. "I could never fool you." He said. Sam slapped him across the face. Fifth broke he smile and looked angry. "You can't just slap me." He said. Sam slapped him again. "Why are you in my head?" she demanded it. Fifth tried to sooth her with a smile. "I miss you.". Sam stepped back. "I didn't.". Fifth then shrugged. "That's the difference between us.". Sam then turned around.

She wants Conrad badly, this is all a fantasy yes but, she needs him more then ever. Sam sighed. She hoped her next action isn't a mistake. "If you promise me, you will leave me alone after I agree to this, just this once, we have a deal, but, you have to take Conrad's form.". Fifth looked, excited for some reason. He turned into Conrad dressed in a red shirt, black leather jacket, jeans and Jordan's. Sam sighed. Fifth was looking forward to this. "What do you want to do?" he asked. Sam made it very clear. "I just want to be held.". Fifth's smile dropped. "Oh.". He held her as promised.

Sam felt atleast like it was working, but this is an imposter! She is betraying the actual Conrad's love! "Fifth, I need your help. Can you find him?". Fifth looked down. "Well, your double is hunting me, he is her hunter so, I can even bring him to you.". Sam looked up. "Thank you." She kissed his cheek. "You deserved that one.".

The fantasy ended and Sam then walked to the gate. It activated and the iris closed. Hammond then saw a message. It said: 'Send a M.A.L.P'. Sam then watched the footage of the M.A.L.P start streaming. Fifth then appeared on the screen. "I come in peace. I can help you find your missing member.". Hammond didn't needed to be told twice. Fifth was let in but if he tries anything, he is good as dead. Sam was in the isolation room with him. Fifth was happy to see her. But Sam kept her professionalism. "You said you can find him, tell us how.". Fifth then told that his network of spies told him that there is a price on his head. He said he can be used as bait. He had a plan and has the perfect trap.

P5C-901, it was a jungle like planet, good place to set a trap. Fifth was sitting on a log looking at the sky. But he heard a rustle behind him. Getting up he saw it was Conrad with a ARG. "You really think your underground network of spies are that secret. Your trap, became my trap. And it's a good thing I know where the Tau'ri scum are hiding.".

Fifth gasped. He just put Sam in harms way. Jack and Teel'c both looked at each other. Then to the sky. Replicator bugs came climbing down. Conrad laughed like a maniac. "Fool! You fell into MY trap.". Fifth then called out. "SAM! RUN!".

Sam and the others made a run for it. The Replicators behind them. Conrad took his sword and stabbed right through Fifth's stomach. Sam watched in horror as Fifth fell into nothing but building blocks. All that remain of him was his head. Conrad took it and bagged it. Sam then yelled. "Conrad!".

Conrad looked at her. Without a smile, he walked away. The replicators fell back, following their leader. Sam and the others went through the gate. When they got back onto Earth, she went to her lab. Jack decided to let her have some space.

But back on the Replicator ship. Conrad knelt in front of his mistress. "Collective, it is done.". He gave the bag to Replicator Carter and she pulled the head out. She smiled. "Well done. My consort.".

Conrad looked up. Consort? This isn' what he was made for, or is he who he thinks he is?