ENTER THE STALKERS 2: SCOUTS HONOR

The Merry Prankster



Chapter Nine: Home Sweet Home





Cheyenne Mountain

Colorado, USA Planet Earth May 24, 2004 (Wanderverse)

"Captain, do you have any idea as to what happened to Colonel O'Neill and his team?"

"No Sir. Our Allies on the Planet XJ8295-D stated that nobody had come through on their end. Our scientists have been working on the problem and have come up with a possible explanation."

General Hammond, the commander of the Stargate command post sat back and listened to the report. It had been over a month since SG1 had taken that fateful mission and disappeared, never to be seen again. When Colonel O'Neill had not reported back at the required time, Hammond had sent another team to see what happened. All they had been able to say was that Colonel O'Neill and his team had not arrived. Now where the hell is he? Now he realized that he had to perform what was probably the worst job of any military commander, listing his people missing in action-presumed dead.

Suddenly, alarms began to sound in the base. As red lights began flashing, an automated voice began warning of intruders in the base. Hammond leaned over to his intercom and called up the control room.

"Captain Miller, what is going on up there?"

"General Hammond, sensors have detected an unauthorized presence in the Stargate room. I have sent a security team under that new navy guy, Lt. Beegle to secure the area he should be arriving there any second."

"Keep me informed, Hammond out."

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A bright flash filled the room housing the Stargate. As the light faded back to normal, Several people who had not been there before, appeared in front of the Stargate. The security team quickly surrounded the intruders with drawn arms ready to defeat any potential threat. Lt. Beegle examined the intruders closely and noticed that something was familiar about some of them. Dang, it looks like SG1 has finally come home. I'd better notify the general. He'd want to know about this. The naval security officer called up the general and reported the good news.

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Anthony 'Saint' Christopher was a little disoriented by the trip. One minute he was standing in a Gungan temple back on Naboo, saying goodbye to his friends. Now, he was in a large room in front of this big circular thing. Shaking his head, he mentally took stock of the situation. Colonel O'Neill and the rest of the SG1 team had made it back safely. However, something was not right. Turning his head, he was surprised to see the last three individuals he'd expect back on Earth. Oh. My. God. Don't tell me I brought Qui Gon, Obi Wan, and Anakin back to Earth with me. I am in deep trouble now. Any further musings was cut off by the security detachment surrounding them. Being a teenager, Saint could not resist pulling out a map, looking it over then turning to Obi Wan commenting "I knew we should have taken that left turn at Albuquerque."

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General Hammond and Doctor Janet Frasier raced down the hallways to stargate chamber. Upon arriving, they took in the fact that SG1 was indeed back and with friends, no less. Wait a minute, those guys in the brown robes look familiar almost like.. Hammond shook his head, and thought back to last Christmas. His grandchildren had become fans of the latest Star Wars movies and were begging for any Star Wars toy they could get their hands on. Thinking back to the Christmas shopping incident, the general remembered that his grandson nearly pulled out his arm while attempting to show him the Qui Gon action figure. My God, they look exactly like the main characters from Star Wars. The general shook his head for a second and turned to address Jack.

"Colonel O'Neill, if that's who you are, where the hell have you been? It's been nearly a month since you left. Also, who are your friends?"

"General Hammond, as to where we have been, lets just say we were sent a long time ago and a galaxy far, far, away. As for my companions, it would be wise to hold that until we are debriefed in a secure location."

General Hammond thought for a moment and turned to Dr. Frasier. "Doctor, I want you to do a full examination of everyone. I want to know if they are who they say they are and even if they are human." He then looked back to Jack. "Jack, once the good doctor has okayed you, your command staff, and new friends will report to the briefing room and tell me just what the devil is going on here. Dismissed."

Janet had been on her way to the general's office when she responded to the alarm in the Stargate chamber. She walked into the chamber and stopped dead in her tracks. Her mouth dropped as she stared at two gentlemen who looked exactly like her favorite characters. Damn, those two look better in real life. That Liam Neeson is such a hunk!

Sam noticed the doctor's catatonic stare and took the opportunity to needle her friend. "You should scrape your tongue off the floor and close your mouth. You are making a spectacle of yourself." Janet's face turned red as she considered her friend's words and slowly left the room to get ready for the examinations.

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Dr. Frasier performed every test in the book on SG1, their companions, and confirmed that they were indeed human and who they said they were. Major Carter noticed that the doctor was taking an extra long time to examine Qui Gon and Obi Wan. She could not resist needling the doctor about getting her tongue off the floor and getting back to the job on hand. Once they had been given a clean bill of health, Jack led Sam, Daniel, Teal'c, Saint, Qui Gon, Obi Wan, and Anakin to the briefing room. General Hammond had been looking over the doctor's report when they came in. SG1 and the Jedi sat down while Jack began to explain just what had been going on for the last month.

Jack stood up and began his briefing by introducing the Jedi. "General Hammond, before I give my report, I'd like to introduce the newcomers. On my right is Master Qui Gon Jinn, Obi Wan Kenobi, and the youngster is Anakin Skywalker." Hammond's eyebrow rose upon receipt of that information. Jack paused a moment before continuing. "On my left is Second Lieutenant Anthony Christopher, US Army, last assigned to the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment."

The last name rang a bell in Hammond's mind. Wasn't there a Christopher involved in that action back in Mauretania last year?. The general stared at the young pilot for a moment, "Weren't you flying in that African rescue operation a year ago?" He waited for Saint's answering nod before asking the question on the top of his mind. "I thought you were dead?"

Saint mouth twisted into an evil smile as he answered simply "I got better."

Hammond let loose a chuckle before telling O'Neill to continue.

"We found ourselves in the middle of jungle ruins being attacked by these robots. We retreated, and ran into Christopher and friends. We talked and decided that the ruins held the key to getting home so we joined forces. To make a long story short, we wiped out a child kidnap ring, met the Jedi Council, got directions to this planet called Naboo, and found a crystal that got us back here."

The briefing went on for some hours as Saint, Qui Gon, and Obi Wan talked to the general. Finally Hammond called an end to the meeting. It was decided that the party would be under observation for two weeks, After that, all American military personnel, including, Saint, were given leave. The Jedi were another matter since they were not inhabitants of Earth and nobody had any ideas for getting them back. Jack had pulled the general off to the side and mentioned that it would probably be a good idea to not let the Jedi see any of the Star Wars movies just yet. Hammond agreed and made it a general order. Saint's commanding officer at the Nightstalkers was notified of Saint's return. However, it was decided that it would be good idea to keep an eye on Christopher, so Saint was temporarily assigned to SG1.

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"Mom, I'm fine, really. I know I've been gone a long time but the Army wants to keep me under observation for a few more days. Then, I have a couple weeks leave and I'll be seeing you and dad."

The last two weeks were filled with more medical tests on everybody. In addition, Saint had been tasked with filling out two After Action Reports concerning the events of June 1, 2003. One of the reports, classified Top Secret, detailed 'Super 6-4' crew's adventures in the alternate universe. The other, considerably cleaned up was released to the 160th SOAR.

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Tap.

Tap.

Tap.

Jack O'Neill and Samantha Carter walked into one of the offices now occupied by a thoroughly frustrated Anthony 'Saint' Christopher. The young American had spent the last three hours pecking at the June 1st After Action Report. Jack could not resist offer some soldierly advice on the matter.

"I heard you were writing the After Action Report for the Africa mission and I thought I'd stop by and offer some advice."

Saint looked up over the computer monitor and stared at the SG1 commander. I wonder what he is up to? Of course, Major Carter's thinly disguised amusement wasn't reassuring. Jack took Saint's silence as a request to go ahead and grinned.

"This isn't the last great novel. First you should write in the first person plural form. You know, use we throughout the report."

"I'll keep that in mind sir. Was there anything else?"

"No, nothing else. Keep up the good work soldier."

Saint shook his head as Jack and Sam left the room. Saint sighed as he went back to completing his report.

Tap.

Tap.

Tap.

Saint had been pecking at the keyboard working hard to complete the report when someone walked into the room. The young American looked up to see his friend and mentor, Qui Gon Jinn walk in the office.

"Come on in. What brings you here, Master Jinn?"

"According to Major Carter, You have barricaded yourself in this office for the last two days, working on these reports. I sensed that you were feeling restless and decided to come. Besides it will be a good time to continue your training."

Saint had gone back to the tedious chore of typing out the report when that last statement sank in his skull. "Huh, what are you talking about? I mean, here we are back on Earth where I have to go back being Second Lieutenant Anthony Christopher, an officer of the United States Army. Now you want to talk about training?"

"Anthony, I have spent many days meditating through the Force to find why Obi Wan, Anakin, and myself came back with you. It became apparent that we are here for a reason and one of those is to see that you become a full Jedi. In case you haven't noticed, you are still able to use the Force even here. If you do not finish your training, then you could fall to the Dark Side and I will not let that happen. Besides, you need a break from all this paperwork and lightsaber practice has always been a good way to relax the mind and body."

Saint took in his teacher's smile and thought it over for a little bit. "You know, I do need a break from this paperwork. I'll meet you in the gym in, say thirty minutes. I'm almost finished with this report and I have to place it on General Hammond's desk by 1800hrs." Just as the tall Jedi turned to leave the room, Saint called out. "Oh, one more thing. I talked to my mother this morning and told her as much as possible about where I've been and what happened. I'm meeting my family in Los Angeles and mom insisted I introduce my surrogate family from my adventures. Therefore, you, Obi Wan, and Anakin are coming with me to Los Angeles. Besides, it's the least I can do."

The older Jedi scratched his chin for a minute, "Los Angeles, doesn't your young lady live there?"

Saint nodded as his master continued. "Then I will be honored to accompany you and meet your family."

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Dr. Janet Frasier was walking back to her office when she ran into Daniel. After picking up her papers, she asked what was going on. Daniel responded that Master Jinn and Saint were busy sparring in the gym with lightsabers. General Hammond, Colonel O'Neill, and Major Carter were already in the gym. Janet had put her folders in the filing cabinet, and thought about the Liam Neeson look-alike. Hmm, can't turn down the chance to see that good looking guy in action.

She reached the gym just in time to see Lt. Christopher parry a blow to his legs then back-flip out of range. Then the young American switched to the offense and launched a flurry of blows at his master. Master Jinn continued to instruct his pupil throughout the match, pointing out better ways to do each action. Finally, Qui Gon knocked Anthony on the floor and the match was over. Saint grasped Qui Gon's hand and pulled himself to his feet. "You were right, that was a great way to work off some of my tension."

"You are learning quickly it will not be long before you are constructing your own lightsaber."

Saint grinned, "Think so? I couldn't have gotten this far without your help. You're a great teacher. Remember, we are meeting my parents in Los Angeles next week."

Jack had been listening to Saint's conversation with Master Jinn and the lightbulb went off in his brain. Hmm, so the Boy Scout is going to visit family and friends Los Angeles? That's not far from Sunnydale and living in Sunndydale is..

Sam had been standing off to the side when she saw Jack break into one of his widest grins. She became suspicious and walked over to O'Neill and asked what he was up to.

Jack looked at his second in command, responded "Remember that little stay with a certain Jar Jar Binks?"

Sam shuddered as she remembered that particular twelve hours in hell. She nodded for him to continue.

"Lets just say I have thought up of a way to get back at a certain wisecracking white knight." He started walking toward the door, "I've got a call to make"

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317 Bryant Terrace

Sunnydale, California

Planet Earth June 14, 2004 (Wanderverse)



"St Wolf residence"

"Steve, it's Jack O'Neill."

"Jack, where have you been. General Hammond had even called me to help find you a month ago."

"Why didn't you tell me you had a little brother running around?"

Steve looked the phone for a second. "What are you talking about?"

Jack could not help grinning as he responded, "I've just spent the last month in an 'Galaxy Far, Far, Away' and ran into a teenage American hotshot chopper pilot who is using your methods to do good deeds. In fact, he told me a couple of days ago he had heard rumors of a 'Wanderer' and used him as his role model. Steve if I didn't know any better I would swear he is a younger version of you."

"Okay Jack, I know you didn't call me just to ask about any long lost relatives. So spill."

"Well, lets just say the kid set me and Sam up real good back there and is begging for some serious payback. He'll be meeting with family and friends next week in Los Angeles and I was wondering if you would be willing to have a little fun at this kid's expense."

Steve let out a big laugh, "I'll do it. Let me guess, you want tapes made and sent out to various individuals?" The Wanderer continued after Jack's confirmation. "Tell the kid The Wanderer has heard of him and wants to meet his 'little brother'. Have him come to be my house next Wednesday at 5:00pm. Oh, is there anything else I need to know?"

Jack looked up at the ceiling for a moment "Steve, this kid is a full fledged Jedi Knight like in the Star Wars movies. Expect him to be able to use the Force to move objects and try the old Jedi 'Mind Trick'. I just saw him sparring in the gym with his master and let me tell you he is good with the saber. You can also expect him to be fast and able to jump really well."

"Thanks, I'll keep that in mind. Goodnight"

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Buffy Summers turned over and groggily asked "Honey, who was on the phone?"

"That was Jack O'Neill. Apparently, there is a younger version of me running around and he will be in LA next week. Jack wouldn't go into specifics, but this kid, Anthony Christopher, got him really good wherever they had been and Jack asked my help in getting some payback".

"Hmm, wait didn't Katie Heart mention something about an old boyfriend who had been declared Missing In Action last year?"

"You're right, and her mother just happens to be a detective in Los Angeles. I'll give her a call."

*Ring*

*Ring*

"JD, PHONE!"

A hand reached for the lamp next to the bed. "Thanks, Mark. I've got it. Whoever this is, you had better have a good reason for calling me at 3:00am. If not, I'm gonna track you down, shove my hand down your throat and rip your balls off from the inside."

"JD, it's Steve St. Wolf. There's something I wanted to talk to you about."

"It had better be good Wanderer or you are a dead man. Many times over."

"Jack O'Neill called me a few minutes ago asking for my help in setting up a young man, Anthony Christopher."

JD Heart shot up from the bed. "Let me guess you want my help in making sure that he makes it to your place and site of said practical joke. Look Steve, the kid has been through a lot in the last year. According to my sources, in addition to being shot down, he has been cut off behind enemy lines and participated in at least two major battles. Take it easy on him, he's been through a lot and has just come home."

"Don't worry, I understand completely. I won't be giving him the full treatment. Lets just say I wanted to initiate the little brother I never knew about into our little group."

"I'm in and I'll make sure he's there."

JD was reaching for the light when Steve asked her who she was going to hurt. The blonde detective rolled over to face her lover spoke, "That was St. Wolf. Apparently he has been asked to play a prank on Anthony Christopher. You remember him. He was my former student who became a helicopter pilot."

"Wasn't he in town about a year ago and dinner with us?"

"That's the one. Thanks to the Wanderer, It's gonna be a pain in the ass trying to get back to sleep."

"Who said anything about sleep. In fact we can..."

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Cheyenne Mountain

Colorado, USA Planet Earth June 14, 2004 (Wanderverse)

Jack finished his call and left the room. Unknown to him, two of the Jedi had been getting some coffee and happened to catch the end of the conversation. Qui Gon and Obi Wan listened in interest as Jack plotted the demise of their friend. Obi Wan turned to his former master and relayed his now familiar phrase "I have a bad feeling about this."

Qui Gon continued to watch the SG1 commander walk out and smiled "Anthony brought it on himself when he locked Colonel O'Neill and Major Carter in that room with Jar Jar for twelve hours. It would be good for our 'boyscout' to learn some humility. Perhaps, he will think twice about playing pranks afterwards."

Obi Wan also began smiling as he considered the planned set-up. "Before we left Naboo, Wins mentioned that Anthony's prank would call for some major payback and that he would not want to be anywhere near our young friend when it happened. I do agree that I wouldn't mind observing from a safe distance."

"Anthony's mother has invited us to join his family in Los Angeles tomorrow and we must get ready."

"Master Jinn, do you really think Anthony will change after this prank?"

Obi Wan and Qui Gon considered the older Jedi's remarks. Not Really

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Passenger Terminal Los Angeles International Airport June 21, 2004 (Wanderverse)

The plane ride from Colorado had been an interesting experience for Qui Gon, Obi Wan, and Anakin. Anakin was happy to be in anything that flew while the older Jedi compared the trip to the numerous spaceflights made in the other universe. The Jedi master thought back to the last few days' back at Cheyenne Mountain. Samantha Carter and Janet Frasier had taken the three Jedi clothes shopping after hearing about their upcoming trip to Los Angeles. Now, it was doubtful that any of their acquaintances back in the Republic would recognize them. Qui Gon, with his hair tied back and dressed in slacks and a button down shirt, looked exactly like a father traveling with his two sons.

Anthony 'Saint' Christopher looked over his companions and smiled. I've got to hand it to the ladies. Qui Gon, Obi Wan, and Anakin match their cover identities to a tee.

Prior to leaving Stargate Command, new identities had been handed out to the Jedi. Taking into account, their accents and mannerisms, it had been decided that the three Jedi would pose as a recently widowed father and his two sons recently arrived from the United Kingdom. Thus Qui Gon became known as James Quigby, a retired investigator from Ireland. Obi Wan was now Ben Quigby, James' eighteen year old son and college freshman. While Anakin's new identity was that of James' youngest son, Andrew, nicknamed Andy. It was also decided that Anthony had spent the last year cut off behind enemy lines in Africa. The Quigby's had been living in the area and sheltered the young American until they could get back to friendly territory as a group.

The trip was amazingly short and it wasn't long before the boarding gate had attached itself to the Boeing 757 and the passengers began leaving the plane. Qui Gon felt a disturbance in the Force and looked over to his newest apprentice and white knight, Anthony 'Saint' Christopher. The young American was visibly nervous Probably over the upcoming meeting with his mother and girl friend thought the older Jedi.

Anthony sat back and thought about what he was going to say to his mother. A calming cut off his musings feeling. He turned back to his friend and silently mouthed "thanks". The stewardess gave the all clear and the passengers began leaving the plane.

"ANTHONY! OVER HERE!"

Saint quickly looked up to see a woman waving her hand to him and he waved back. He turned back to his companions, "That's my mom, we had better get over there."

Qui Gon looked over to where his young friend pointed to. The Jedi Master took a moment to examine Saint's mother. She was certainly a striking woman. In spite of her age, somewhere in her late thirties or early forties, her features and long brown hair made her appear to be much younger. It was also apparent by her clothing, an expensive dress, that she was well off.

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Mary Katherine Christopher had been in Los Angeles on business when she received word that her son was alive and back in the states. The last year had been very hard for the mother of two as she struggled with the presumed death of her son. Now, she was the happiest woman alive. She could not resist calling up her old friend, JD Heart, and telling her the good news. Anthony and his friends were arriving in the late afternoon and the two women decided to surprise Anthony with a welcome back dinner at BBQ Bobs.

Mary Christopher leaned against the barrier as she waited for the passengers to finish debarking. Finally, her wait was over as her son walked into view. The mother could not help thinking back to another time many years ago, when she was waiting in another airport for another soldier to come back home. Back then, her new husband was coming back from his second tour of duty in Vietnam. Now it was her son, coming back from Africa. Like her husband that time long ago, Anthony was wearing his class A uniform, looking every bit the handsome young officer. She barely noticed her son's companions as she rushed up and hugged him tightly.

A warm feeling washed over the young American as he returned his mother's hug. It's times like these that makes you remember why moms are so important. Finally, he spoke out to get her attention. "Mom, could you be a little careful, I need to breathe."

Mary, tears rolling down her cheeks, looked her son in the eye "I'm just so happy you're alive."

"I know mom, I missed you too."

Mary dried her eyes and finally noticed the three nearby Jedi. Putting on her best mother face, the businesswoman turned back to her son. "Aren't you going to introduce me to your friends? I thought I raised you better than that!"

"Sorry Mom. I was just focussed on being back with my mother." Saint motioned for the three to come closer as he made the introductions. "Mom, I'd like to introduce Jim Quigby and his sons Ben and Andy. Mr. Quigby is the man who took me in after I was shot down and kept me alive back there. You could say they became family back there. Before you ask, Jim was born in Ireland before taking a job with the British government. His duties with the crown took him to Scotland, where Ben and Andy were born and raised. Later on he was assigned to the British mission in Africa. That's where I met them."

Mary looked at Qui Gon "It is good to finally meet the people who helped bring my son back to me. What kind of work did you do for the British government?"

Qui Gon responded "I am honored to meet you as well. Anthony has told me much about you. As for my service you could say I was an investigator, of sorts. I'm afraid, that's all I can tell you at this time. I did want to express my thanks over your invitation to visit this fair city."

"It was nothing. You are among my son's closest friends. You brought him back, and you are my guests." The older woman looked down at her watch "Well, the car is waiting so we had best be going."

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"Mom, this isn't the way to the hotel. What's going on?"

"We aren't staying in a hotel. After you hung up, I talked to JD Heart. You remember her don't you?" She continued after Saint nodded. "She is living in this mansion in Malibu and insisted that we stay with her for the time being. Besides, it will give you a chance to see her daughter once again. Besides, JD and I insist on holding a welcome back party. "

Saint leaned back in the passenger seat and considered the implications of said reunion. Man, I hope she's in a good mood or she will kill me.

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Heart Residence Los Angeles, California June 21, 2004 1730 hours (The Wandererverse)

Katie Heart had just begun to fix her makeup when the doorbell rang.

"Jessica, could you get the door? If it's Alex, tell him I'll be ready in a few minutes."

Jessica moved toward the front door, yelling out "HOLD ON I'M COMING!"

The young woman opened the door and had a sense of déjà vu. She immediately thought back to another night last year Oh no, not again. Can't the Army leave well enough alone? Collecting her wits, Jessica, calmly looked the young soldier in eye and coolly asked. "Is there anything I can help you with Lieutenant?"

The young officer smiled before introducing himself "I believe so, I'm Anthony Christopher and I was wondering if Katie was around?"

The color drained out of Jessica's face He's alive. My God, he's actually alive. "Could you hold on a minute?" The young woman turned around and began yelling out to the back " KATIE COME QUICK, ANTHONY'S ALIVE AND HE'S..........

The fast paced click of high heels resounded throughout the house as Katie Heart raced to the front door, only to pause suddenly. "Anthony.."

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"Anthony, you look all right. So stop fidgeting."

"But Mom, This is the first time I've seen Katie since shipping out to Africa. Are you sure my uniform looks okay?"

Qui Gon Jinn chuckled softly at the sight of his newest padawan check himself in the mirror for what seemed to be the thousandth time. And this is the confident young man who caused the Council so much grief over his good deeds. Finally, he decided to let his young friend off the hook. "Anthony, you mother is correct. You look fine in your uniform and if Katie is the young woman you described to me before, then what you look like will not matter. She will be too happy seeing that you are alive."

Saint took one last look in the mirror before replying. "Thanks Mom, Jim. I'm just nervous at seeing her again. Oh well, were here."

The car turned into the driveway of one of the seaside mansion. Qui Gon and Mary decided that they would wait a minute before getting out of the car to give Anthony a few minutes with Katie. Anthony put on his overseas cap and walked up to the door. While approaching the house, Saint used the Force to look over the house. There were two people in the house and one animal. However, he was getting some really strange vibes from the Force. It was as if there were some strong forces in the house. But, to his relief, none of the vibes resembled anything dark or evil. Instead, it was as if there was someone in the house strong in a variation of the light side Force. It did not take long for the young man to walk up the steps and was at the door before he realized it. Taking a deep breath for the last time, he rang the doorbell.

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JD Heart and Steve Sloan turned the captured suspect over to the uniform cops and walked back to the car. Detective Sloan turned to JD to remind her about the Christophers coming over. JD's eyes drew wide as she considered his words "Damn, I was going to call Katie and tell her about Anthony's being alive but got side tracked by this call." Steve winced at the level of colorful language coming from his partner's mouth. Finally, he looked at his watch. Oh no, we were supposed to meet up with Mary and Anthony ten minutes ago.

"Uh JD? We need to get back to the house as soon as possible."

"What are you talking about? The meeting is not until. CRAP, They're already there!!!"

Steve had just buckled his seat belt before being slammed into the back of his seat by the car's sudden acceleration.

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"Anthony.."

Saint was signaling his mother that everything was okay when he heard the voice of someone he had only dreamed about for the last year. Within seconds, the young pilot found himself in his girlfriend's embrace and smothered by a deep kiss. Saint closed his eyes and savored the welcome. If this is the welcome I get for being gone for a year, maybe I should get lost more often.

Katie broke off the kiss and looked her boyfriend in the eye. "That was for coming back alive."

Saint barely noticed Katie's expression change from relief to anger. Her punch to the stomach took him completely by surprise. How in the blazes did she get so strong? I haven't been gone that long. Also, slamming into the wall was not what he expected on his return home. He was sitting, back against the wall, stunned when he felt Katie pull him to his feet.

"And, that's for driving me crazy thinking YOU WERE DEAD!"

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Once Katie had entered the living room, Jessica walked outside to greet the rest of the guests. She recognized Anthony's mother but there was something familiar about the other three. Now, where have I seen them before? They look almost like those three characters from Star Wars. Jessica gave Mary Christopher a brief hug and welcomed Qui Gon, Obi Wan, and Anakin. She watched as JD Heart and Steve Sloan drove up and began talking to the others. A crash echoed from inside the house Looks like Katie's taking it out on Anthony and the young lady asked if JD would like her to show their guests around the other parts of the mansion.

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JD and Steve drove up to the mansion only to find their guests already there. The female detective walked up to Saint's mother and greeted her. Mary held out her hand and introduced Anthony's British guests. JD blinked in recognition. I swear, I've seen those three before. If I didn't know better, I would swear the old man was Liam Neeson and the teenager, Ewan McGregor. She took another, more detailed look at the three guests and noticed the energy flowing off them. It was as if they had some sort of inherit power. Fortunately for them, that power was obviously good or they would not be up for long.

While JD was examining the three Jedi, Qui Gon was doing the same. It was obvious to the older man that JD was very powerful, possibly even more powerful than the best Jedi Masters was. Qui Gon decided to break the ice. "You must be Anthony's former teacher, JD Heart. Anthony has said many things about you."

JD's eyes seemed to glitter as she responded. "Oh really, just what has he been saying?"

Her partner, Steve Sloan also asked the older Jedi what he meant.

The Jedi held up both hands in a non-threatening gesture. "Just that after his parents, you were one of the important people who made Anthony the man he is today. He credited his desire to protect the innocent and combat the darkness to you."

Any further conversation was interrupted by a commotion at the mansion. The adults turned around to see Katie's punch throw Anthony through the front door and into the living room. Qui Gon contacted his student through the Force and realized that nothing was wrong. He mentally told his student to be careful.

Obi Wan turned to his former master and asked him "Are you sure we are at the right house?"

Mary Cristopher began moving toward the mansion after seeing her son get punched. She felt a hand on her shoulder, holding her back and she turned to face the Jedi Master.

Qui Gon quickly moved between the adults and the house and motioned for their attention. "There is nothing wrong. Anthony and Katie are merely working out their differences. Lets give them some time to talk it over. Besides, young Jessica has offered to show us around and I believe it to be a wonderful idea."

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Saint shook his head and stood up to face Katie. Man, can she throw a punch. Saint, old boy, you had better think of something quick or this will get really unpleasant soon.

Katie was about to deliver another punch when she noticed that Anthony was wearing the locket she gave him before he left for Africa. She moved over to the couch and motioned for Saint to join her. "You still have that locket?"

Saint took the locket from around his neck and showed it to her. "Katie, in all the time away, I never took it off. Back there, whenever I felt like I would not make it home, just one look at your picture would take away all doubt." He placed took hold of her hands and looked her in the eye. "Katie there are some things I have to say. So please let me finish without interruption."

Katie noticed the caring look in his eyes and the tone of voice, nodded for him to continue.

"Katie, Katie, so much has happened since that dinner. I don't know where to start. I was not even on Earth for most of the time. Hell, I was not even in this universe. I've been to many worlds and met many people. Do you remember the movie Star Wars? Lets just say I was there. In fact, I'm a Jedi in training." Katie's eyes grew hard "I thought you were being serious Anthony. What kind of fool do you think I am if you think I'll believe such a cock and bull story....." Her tirade died down as she watched Saint pull out a silver and black cylinder, press a button. The device began to hum as a beam of green light extended from what was obviously a handle.

"As you can see I'm not joking. When I was shot down, my helicopter somehow appeared in the skies over Naboo during what was shown in the last part of "Star Wars, Episode 1, The Phantom Menace." I helped with the liberation of Naboo and became personally acquainted with the main characters. I helped save Qui Gon Jinn and the council assigned him to be my teacher and master. Master Jinn tells me that I am making good progress and won't be long before I construct my own lightsaber. " Saint's expression changed as something crossed his mind. "Katie, when I first arrived on Naboo, Qui Gon did a Jedi Mind Trick that showed me the history of that universe. It was like suddenly going through grade school. In moments I knew what was going on. What I'd like to do is use that same trick to show you what I went through the last year. I won't be going into your mind instead I'll be allowing you to see my memories. It takes a lot less time than telling the story."

Katie considered her friend's request and thought it over. She closed her eyes and sent a prayer to her patron goddess for direction. Soon, she received her reply from Arty. She got up from the couch and led Saint into another room that had been set up as a shrine of sorts.

Saint followed the young woman into the room but paused upon feeling the presence of a very powerful being in the room. Katie sensed her friend's unease and told him that the being inside was someone very important to her, almost a second mother. The two entered the small room that had obviously been set up as a shrine of sorts. The slamming door caught Saint's attention and he turned around to face the being he had detected through the Force.

Unknown to Saint, Katie had become an Amazon and had been helped out by Artemis. Saint turned back around to see the goddess in the middle of the room. Okay, there is a very beautiful and extremely powerful female being standing in front of me. I'd better be on my best behavior.

Saint's thoughts were interrupted by the woman simply saying. "You had better be or I'll kick your butt."

"What? You read my mind? Who are you?"

"Yes, first, you were broadcasting your thoughts quite clearly. Second, I am Artemis."

Saint turned his head and muttered, "Well that does explain how Katie was able to knock me clear across the room." As he thought about her response for a moment, Saint could not help but ask Artemis "Have you been talking with Master Jinn? He has been counseling me about broadcasting my thoughts on numerous occasions within the last year." Finally, the young man sported a wide grin as he faced the goddess. "It's an honor to meet you maam and I have a feeling Katie asked for your help in determining if I was telling the truth."

"You are right about that last point. Normally most mortals feel some unease or surprise at meeting a Greek goddess in person. However, you do not appear to be scared at all."

Saint held up his right hand and began to count off his fingers. "Within the last year, I have: One, been sucked into an alternate universe onto another planet. Two, I have met more creatures of other races than found at a Star Trek convention in San Francisco. Three, many of those same creatures turned out to be powerful Jedi Knights who I thought were found only in George Lucas' head. So after all that I gone through, meeting a Greek goddess who happens to be my girlfriend's patron is just one more. Besides, if Katie trusts you why shouldn't I?"

"Smart boy."

Saint rubbed his chin and stared at the ceiling. "Now that I think about it, for about a year, the unusual has become the story of my life."

*SLAP*

"OW!"

*SLAP*

Rubbing his sore head, Anthony turned back to Katie, who was standing right behind him with a satisfied look on her face. "Katie, I don't mean to pry, but, WHY DID YOU DO THAT?"

"Cause you were being smart mouthed to my patron goddess."



Suppressing, a giggle over the sight, the goddess turned to Katie, "What Anthony is about to show you is real. He did go to an alternate universe that you thought to be only a movie and he is a Jedi knight in training. There is nothing harmful about his mind trick and I will stay here with you as he does it." Artemis then turned back Saint and gave the 'mother' talk, "Anthony, I see that you have a good soul and mean no harm to Katie. However, she is my daughter and if you ever harm her, I will.."

Oh great, first it was JD giving me the parent talk, now I have a Greek goddess doing the same. "Maam, not only would I never dream to do anything to harm Katie, it's against my nature to hurt those I care about. Besides, if I did I would get it from Katie, JD, my mom, and now you. I would have to be nuts to do so."

With Katie's patron goddess looking on, Anthony asked Katie if she would agree to the mind link.

Katie looked back to Arty and then back to Saint. Finally, she nodded and told him to continue.

"What I want you to do is close your eyes and concentrate on me." +++

Images flew through Katie's mind as she saw Saint getting hit and struggling to save his chopper and crew. Then, came the landing on Naboo, meeting Qui Gon, Obi Wan, Anakin, and Queen Amidala followed by the liberation of the planet. She gasped involuntarily as she saw her friend nearly get himself killed trying to save Qui Gon. Images of Coruscant and the Jedi Council came next followed by the operation on Tauri Alpha 3. She let loose a giggle as she witnessed Saint setting up Jack and Sam. Finally she opened her eyes and hit Saint in the shoulder before hugging him tightly.

"You nearly died"

"Katie, I just couldn't let Qui Gon get killed. He, Obi Wan, and Anakin became a sort of surrogate family while in that universe. Forgive me?"

"You had better give me a good reason, buster."

"How about, flowers and candy?"

"Not good enough."

"A nice candlelit dinner at an exclusive restaurant?"

"You're getting closer."

"Okay, how about meeting Queen Amidala in person on Naboo? Besides, she told me she wanted to meet you after she saw your picture in the locket."

Katie's eye grew big at that offer. "That just might do it."

Artemis had been watching the scene, laughing quietly at the amazon and the boyscout. She could not help but think as she disappeared. Looks like there's another Wanderer in town.

The two young people had begun hugging when a loud coughing caught their attention. They turned around to see Jessica staring at them. "I don't want to break up this hallmark moment, but there are some people in the hallway who wanted to know if it was safe to come in."

+++

Katie got up and welcomed Saint's mother as the others entered the room. She did a double take at the appearance of the three Jedi. She had been prepared for many things but not this. She turned back to Saint for an explanation. "Anthony, these are not who I think they are?"

Saint took a deep breath and began, "Uhh Mom? I sorta stretched the truth back at the airport. Any other information about my guests has been classified Top Secret by the government and I'm not a liberty to tell. To make a long story short."

Jessica, Katie, and Obi Wan could not help interrupting and yelling out "Too Late!"

Shooting a hard stare at his friends, Saint continued giving a cleaned up thumb nail sketch of where he had been and what he had been doing. Silence settled over the room as that information sank in. Steve's father, Mark had finally come downstairs and reminded his son about the dinner reservations. Finally, Steve Sloan broke the silence. "Well that was interesting. Who's hungry?" Hands shot up in response and plans were made to drive over to the BBQ Bobs for dinner.

+++ Alex had driven up to the mansion just in time to see Katie give the young officer a deep kiss and hug. What the hell is going on here? I've driven all this way to pick Katie up for a date only to see her with another guy. Feeling his anger rise, the doctor got out of his car and began walking up the driveway.

Jessica had been looking out the window when she noticed Katie's date driving up. Uh oh. This could get bad really quick if I don't do something. The young lady excused herself from the others, saying that she needed some fresh air and left by way of the front door.

Alex had nearly reached the house, when Katie's friend had intercepted him. "Get out of the way, Jessica. I'm going to have a few words with Katie and that man she's seeing."

"Just stop right there mister. That young man has spent the last year stuck behind enemy lines and has just gotten back to the states. JD and the others have planned this welcome home dinner and YOU are not gonna screw this up." Jessica took a couple of steps forward until she was inches away from Alex's face. "You understand me mister?"

"Dang it, Katie and I had this dinner date scheduled for the last two weeks. Now, I come by to pick her up, only to find her in the arms of an ex-boyfriend. It just ticks me off."

Finally Alex began to think about what Jessica told him and some of his anger faded away as he considered her words. With a snarl, he threw the flowers he was carrying to the ground. After a few minutes, Alex clamed down enough to remember the young lady standing in front of him. Sighing deeply, he turned to Jessica and asked her if she would like to go to dinner.

"I'll be happy to go with you. However, I have got to be honest. Alex, you really need to keep an eye on your blood pressure. Keep this up and you will have a stroke. Besides, if you stormed in there like you were planning, you would've gotten your butt kicked by JD, Steve, and Mark for hurting Katie like that."

As they drove off, Jessica looked back to the house, thankful that the confrontation had been averted.

+++

BBQ Bobs Los Angeles, California June 21, 2004 1900 hours (The Wandererverse)

"Check Please."

Anthony "Saint" Christopher reached into his wallet to pay for their meals when he felt his old teacher grab his hand. "You are the guest of honor here. I'll pick up the tab this time." Commanded JD.

"Yes maam, but I'll be taking you out to lunch tomorrow. Besides, the government owes me a year's worth of backpay and combat pay. "

Anthony's reply triggered a memory about a phone call from a certain Steve St. Wolf. JD sat down her glass and told her former student. "That reminds me, I got a phone call from a gentleman who calls himself 'The Wanderer' right after I talked to your mother."

"Waitasecond, isn't he supposed to have something to do with that cult incident here a few years ago? I heard rumors about this guy but I thought he was an urban legend. You know the kind that keeps the bad guys off the streets and looking over their shoulders."

The detective's eyes twinkled as she replied. "Well kid, you're about to discover that some legends are real and this 'urban legend' wants to see you tomorrow night at 5:00pm." JD pulled out a notebook, tore out a sheet of paper, and handed it to the young man. "Here are the directions to his house. He lives in Sunnydale, not far from here and will be waiting for your arrival. Look kid, I bragged about you, told him you were a former student so don't do anything that would embarrass me or your new teacher. Got it?"

"Yes maam."

+++

Qui Gon Jinn and Obi Wan Kenobi looked up at the change in topic. The two Jedi tuned into the conversation. Obi Wan leaned over and whispered to his former master. "I wonder if this has anything to do with that communication made by Colonel O'Neill before we left Cheyenne Mountain?"

The older Jedi reached out through the Force and sensed that while their hosts were hiding something, there were no hints of maliciousness about them. After a few minutes, he turned the Obi Wan and replied "It could be possible. We will just have to see."

+++

Katie Heart had been listening to her mother and boyfriend. There is something going on here. I'd better find out what it is and quick. She reached out and tapped her mother on the shoulder and nodded towards the restrooms.

"Uh, Katie, what's going on here?"

"Sorry Anthony, not to be rude, but we need to have a little private mother/daughter talk."

Catching her daughter's hint. The blonde detective excused herself from the table and followed her daughter to the restroom. Katie looked around the restroom. Satisfied they were really alone, the amazon leaned back against the counter and carefully asked. "Okay mom spill. I know Steve wouldn't invite Anthony over for just a talk."

JD grinned an evil grin. "Lets just say, young Anthony was a busy boy back in the other universe and managed to get somebody really good. Upon returning to Earth, said somebody placed a call to St. Wolf an arranged a long distance setup."

Katie thought back to the mind meld she shared with Anthony back at her home. "Does this have anything to do with locking a certain Stargate SG1 commander and his second in a room with a very annoying creature for twelve hours?"

Prior to heading out to the BBQ place, Katie had told her mother everything revealed in the mind meld. The blond detective remembered her daughter describing the prank and scenes from Star Wars Episode 1. "Anthony locked O'Neill and Carter in a room with Jar Jar Binks for TWELVE hours?" That does deserve some serious payback. Maybe he did learn a few things. Composing herself, the detective continued "Anyway, Steve plans to give Anthony the special initiation."

Katie finished drying her hand and turned around and seriously told JD. "Mother, I hope St. Wolf doesn't plan anything major. Anthony has been through a lot over there, He has seen some serious combat and even had one of his men die in his arms. He told me that he felt like an old man. I believe a talk from his old teacher could do wonders for him."

JD gave her daughter a brief hug. "Don't worry St. Wolf promised me her would go easy on him. Besides, I'll sit down and have a long talk with him after the meeting at St. Wolfs."

"Well in that case, I need to make a call."

+++

Katie reached into her purse and pulled out a cell phone. Punching in the numbers, she waited for the other person to pick up.

Willow Rosenberg raced out of the bathroom yelling out "HOLD ON, I'M COMING!!!". The witch took a quick look at the display before picking up the phone and saying "Hello Katie."

"How did you know it was me?"

"Caller id. Whats up?"

"Do you know anything about a setup Steve is planing on to pull on my friend Anthony Christopher?"

"Yeah, Steve briefed us on it this afternoon. He mentioned something about a unknown little brother running around playing Jedi Knight and doing good deeds. The others can't wait to see how it comes out on tape."

"Well about that, do you still have the Star Wars: Episode 1 soundtrack lying around?"

"Yes why do you ask?"

Katie smiled an evil smile as she replied "Well, my long lost boyfriend is a Jedi Knight in training and it would be appropriate to play the "Duel of the Fates" number from the soundtrack while he is sparring with Steve."

A similar smile formed on the face of Willow as she chimed in. "Then we add in an appropriate beginning like the Star Wars movies. We can even call it "Star Wars Episode 1 ½: The Return of the Saint". It will be great."

"I'll even talk Anthony into wearing the black outfit Luke wore in Return of the Jedi. You better believe it will be great."

"Oh Yes. I'll get everything ready."

"Okay, look I gotta go. My family's about to leave. I'll see you tomorrow. Bye."

+++

317 Bryant Terrace

Sunnydale, California

Planet Earth June 22, 2004 (Wanderverse)

"Katie, tell me again why your mom wanted Master Jinn, Obi Wan, and Anakin with her?" Saint pulled at the black tunic shirt, "Also, why did I let you talk me into wearing this? All I need now is to dye my hair blonde and I can stand in for Luke Skywalker."

"Anthony, mom wanted to show your mother and your friends around town. Besides it's not often that she will take a day off to do so. I only wish Steve could have done likewise. Here we are, why don't you head up to the door, I'll be right behind you."

The car slowed to a stop in front of the house. Saint took a few minutes to examine the building through the Force and noticed several energy signatures both around and inside the dwelling. It was as if someone had protected the house with several protection fields, all of high level. Walking up to the front door, the young man could not but notice the nicely printed sign on the front porch saying: "All Visitors, Please Check In." He glanced back to his girlfriend in car before raising his hand to ring the doorbell. Well, it's now or never. It's not everyday that one meets his hero face to face.

Saint had just rang the bell when he detected someone coming to the front door. The door slowly opened to reveal a black-haired young lady with almond eyes, peering around the door. For a minute, she took in the appearance of the young man in front of her. He was dressed entirely in black from his tunic shirt down to his high black boots. Anthony could feel her almond eyes gave him the once over, lingering over the silver cylinder hanging from his belt. "Hello can I help you?"

The young man pointed to the sign and stated, " I saw your sign and wanted to check in. Oh, my name is Anthony "Saint" Christopher and I have an appointment to see 'The Wanderer'. About the clothes, all I can say is I couldn't say no to my girlfriend."

Shaw Hunter smiled and nodded at the young man's explanation. She opened the door and motioned for him to follow her into the house. Saint felt some vague feelings of unease as he followed Shaw through the house to a closed door. The half-elf turned back to Saint and pointed to the door. "The Wanderer is a busy man and does not see visitors often. Those he chooses to see must pass a trial of sorts to see if the person is worthy. Behind this door is your test. Upon entering, you will encounter a man whom you must successfully get by. Upon completion of this task, you will be able to meet 'The Wanderer'."

Anthony pondered the girl's words. Something about this screams set-up. Then this woman feels to be a lot older than she appears. The plot thickens. Nodding his acceptance to the girl, he took off his cloak and placed on a nearby chair. Before opening the door, he decided to lay it on thick as he voiced his concerns. "Dear Lady, I have a question before undertaking this challenge. Will this challenge involve actual weapons, training weapons, or unarmed combat?"

It didn't help Saint's nerves when the girl gave him a evil grin and replied "The rules for this challenge call for actual weapons but no blood. If you draw blood, then you have failed."

Shaw could not help but smile when Saint muttered "Yea though I walk through the shadow of the valley of death." as he entered the room.

+++

Willow looked up from the computer monitor as her friend and fellow amazon entered the computer room. Katie walked in and looked at the people gathered in front of the holographic image of the training room. It looked like St. Wolf had managed to get most of Section 7 for this event. She walked over to the red haired witch and sat down next to her. Leaning over slightly, Katie whispered "Do you have the soundtrack ready?"

"It's all set to begin as soon as Anthony walks into the training room. This will be good. I thought your mom was coming with you?"

"She was but needed to show the sights of LA to our guests. Don't worry, she'll be here within the hour."

Willow turned up the volume and watched as the door opened to the dojo. Showtime

+++

Orchestra music began to flow out from several speakers located throughout the room. Anthony paused a second as he listened. I've heard that piece before. It sounds like some of the music from the Star Wars movies.

"Well here goes nothing."

Anthony walked into the room and immediately noticed the large man in the middle of the room. He was over six feet tall and was also dressed entirely in black. From the black armor to the black ninja mask that completely covered his head. Then one had to factor in the glowing sword in the guy's hands. If I didn't know better, I would have mistaken that sword to be a lightsaber. The young man could feel the power flowing around his opponent. Yet, that power was from the Light not the Dark so it was to be a friendly match.

Anthony's introspection was interrupted by the man's booming voice. "You have to get past me before you can see the Wanderer."

Sensing that the man in black was basically good, the Jedi-in-training decided to avoid fighting all together. Gathering his breath, Anthony rushed forward and attempted a Force enhanced jump to go over the other. He was surprised to hear the other say, "I've seen that move before." Seconds later, the young man picked himself off the floor from where the other man threw him. He grabbed my foot in midair. Nobody should have been able to do that. Closing his eyes, he reached out to a couple of benches through the Force and flung both at his opponent. To his surprise, the big guy blocked the objects with what appeared to be some kind of bracers and flung them back in Anthony's direction.

Steve St. Wolf was grinning under his mask as he defeated the first two attempts to get by. He could not resist telling the young man in his best Darth Vadar impression "You are strong in the Force but you are not yet a Jedi."

***

Laughter erupted among the Scoobies watching the monitors. Willow, turned to Katie and in a spat of giggles agreed to her friend's earlier suggestion. "You were right, we have got to add a soundtrack, opening and closing scenes before we send out copies to our friends."

Amy finally picked herself off the floor and between laughs, suggested, "Maybe V.A.N. should put copies up for sale or at least send a completed copy to George Lucas." The young Wiccan rubbed her chin for a moment before turning to Shaw. "Do you think Steve knows Lucas?"

"Could be. He does appear to know everybody."

***

The target of St. Wolf's taunts calmed himself down from the anger he was feeling. Looking the big guy in the eye, the young man asked. "Shall we switch to swords?" At the other's nod, Anthony reached down and removed his lightsaber from it's holder.

With a snap hum, a beam of bright green extended from the handle. Saint held the weapon in a two handed grip as the man-in-black drew his weapon and waited. Then, he rushed into the attack and the two blades met, the other blade holding it's own nicely against the lightsaber. For the next ten minutes, the two men lunged and parried, attacked and defended. The Force powers of the Jedi-in-training were easily countered by the skill of the other.

Saint did a backflip toward the door to avoid being slashed when he noticed the lightswitch on the far wall. A plan formed in his mind and he gave an evil grin as he switched off his weapon.

Steve St. Wolf frowned as he watched the kid back up and turn off his weapon. That kid is better than O'Neill let on. Hmm, wonder what he is up to?

Anthony focussed on the switch If I am going to pull this off, I'll have to time it just right. Reaching out through the Force, he turned off the lights a second after switching off his saber, plunging the room into eerie blackness that was broken only by the soft glow of St. Wolf's sword. Saint drew even more from the Force as he raced across the room and jumped only to find himself slamming against the far wall. Well at least I got past him. Only not as I had hoped.

The lights came on and the other man pulled off his hood, revealing a evil grin. "Congratulations you got past me and now I'd like to introduce you to The Wanderer."

Saint looked up Oh Shit, I just got my butt kicked by The Wanderer and grasped the offered hand and pulled himself up. "It's an honor to finally meet you. I'm Anthony Christopher but you can call me by my call sign, Saint." Looking around Anthony, could not help but mutter "Well, THAT was a humbling experience." The young man examined the room until he saw what he was looking for. Pointing at the camera in the ceiling he asked his host "I take it this is payback for the prank I pulled on Jack O'Neill and Sam Carter?"

"You're right on the money. Jack called me up a few days ago and requested this long distance setup. He told me all about you and described you as my previously unknown 'little brother'. I can honestly say, he was right." Steve laughed as he watched Anthony stand up and gave the camera a slight bow. "Come with me to the living room and I'll introduce you to everyone.

+++

The Wanderer led Anthony back into the living room, which was now filled with people. Anthony immediately recognized his former girlfriend. Walking over to her and speaking in a low voice he asked her. "Did you know about this little prank?"

Katie gave her former boyfriend a big grin as she replied "You betcha. I found out last night when I talked to mom over at BBQ Bobs." She waved her hand over Anthony and continued "Why else do you think I insisted you dress up like Luke Skywalker. Oh, that reminds me. Mom is bringing your friends over here to meet everybody."

A loud coughing interrupted the Amazon. Turning around, she noticed The Wanderer wanted to say something. "Katie, would you like to tell us who these friends are?"

"It's Anthony's call."

Saint was still digesting the fact that his ex-girlfriend and probably his former teacher were in on the prank. He looked up when Katie slowly repeated the question. Hmm, they don't know about Qui Gon, Obi Wan, and Anakin. I think I'll leave that for a surprise. The young man grinned. "Sorry Steve, you and the others will just have to wait until they arrive. All I will say at this point is that one of them is my newest teacher in many things."

Cordelia Chase could not help but interrupt the conversation. With narrowed eyes, the brunette pointed to him and asked "Just who do you think you are? Coming in here dressed like that and swinging that lightsword, Luke Skywalker?"

Saint gave the brunette Amazon an evil grin. "Sorry, he hasn't been born yet. Would you settle for Anakin Skywalker's overprotective big brother?"

The others blinked as that response settled in. Steve shook his head and motioned for Katie to introduce her friend to the Scoobies. Katie smiled and pointed over to her guest "Gang, I'd like to introduce my former boyfriend Anthony Christopher. He is currently serving as a First Lieutenant with the U.S. Army's elite 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, also known as the 'Nightstalkers', as a helicopter pilot. As you saw from the little sparring match, Anthony is also a Jedi Knight in training. Umm Giles, would you mind introducing the others?"

"Very well. Lieutenant Christopher, my name is Rupert Giles and you have already met Steve St. Wolf." The librarian could not help chuckling hearing the young man mutter "And I'm still sore from it". Pointing at two red headed young people, "Starting with the couch, may I introduce Cordelia Chase and her boyfriend Xander Harris. Sitting next to them are Oz Green and his girlfriend Willow Rosenberg." Rupert walked over to a young adult blonde woman and the red-haired boy next to her. "This young lady is Randi Jessup and next to her is her brother Bran." A lady, older than the others, walked up to Giles and wrapped an arm around his waist. "This good looking lady is my wife Jenny. Continuing, the three women on the left side of the room are Buffy Summers, Kendra McPherson, and Faith Price. Sitting next to Faith is Larry Blaisdell. You already know Katie Heart. Standing behind her is Amy Madison and you already met her cousin, Shaw Hunter Madison."

"Thank you Giles aren't we missing somebody?"

"Robin called to say he would be a little late."

Saint had been listening to the introductions with a look of amazement. Man, these are some powerful people. I'm getting Force readings off the scale. The young pilot walked over to Katie and addressed the Scoobies, "It's an honor to finally meet you at last. Even if it's after getting my butt kicked. By the way Steve, I look forward to a rematch." Anthony waited for the laughing to die down before continuing. "Oh, by the way you can call me by my callsign 'Saint'".

From the back of the room, Amy remarked "You mean we now have a 'Saint' Christopher among us? So, does that mean you and Joanie are dating?"

Katie shot Madison a dirty look while Saint blushed and looked away for a second "In the military, pilots are given nicknames by their fellow pilots. Most times, they are designed to embarrass the victim. Heck, in my unit, we had one guy made the mistake of getting airsick on his first training hop and you can guess what his call sign became. I got lucky. 'Saint' is a play on my name but also because I had this tendency to drag my friends into helping do various good deeds off base."

The class clown of Section 7, Xander Harris, leaned over to St. Wolf and quipped. "He's one of you!"

Shaw Hunter had been curious about Anthony's reaction to being subjected to the prank. Smiling and giving the camera a bow was not the standard response to being on the wrong end of a prank. Speaking in a quiet voice, Shaw asked, "How is it that you are not the least bit irritated over the set-up?"

Saint thought for a moment before answering. "I have always believed that if you are going to pull a joke on someone, you have no right to be angry when one is pulled on you. Besides, I have pulled my fair share of pranks, sooner or later one will come back on me. The important thing is that everyone, including the victim, has a laugh afterwards."

The doorbell rang and Katie got up to answer the door. Saint gave an evil grin that was noticed by the others as he thought They're here. I can't wait to see their reaction to meeting the main characters from Star Wars brought to life.

+++

Jaws dropped at the sight of the two gentlemen accompanying JD Heart. Amy Madison looked over to Randi Jessup, and then to Buffy Summers. All three of them thought the same thing They look even better in person Finally, Cordelia Chase gathered her wits and was able to say what the other girls were thinking. "OH. MY. GOD. It's Liam Neeson and Ewan McGregor!"

JD Heart and her daughter looked at each other and grinned. Katie gave the others a couple of minutes to stare at Qui Gon and Obi Wan before bringing them back to their senses. Clearing her throat, the young Amazon yelled out to the Anthony, "Hey Anthony, You had better get some buckets or Steve will have them mopping up their mess." The other Amazons immediately closed their mouths.

"Uh, Steve?"

"Yes, Xander."

"Do you want me to get the buckets?"

Cordelia Chase and the others were still staring at the two Jedi while the little exchange finally sank into their skulls. A few minutes later,

*SLAP*

*SLAP*

*SLAP*

"OW"

Xander Harris turned to face his irritated girlfriend and the others, rubbing his sore head. However, he was thinking about the movie he had watched a few days ago. This is a dream come true. I'm standing in the same room with two of the main characters from Star Wars, Episode 1. Without even thinking, the young man muttered "Qui Gon Jinn and Obi Wan Kenobi?"

However the Jedi had very good hearing and heard everything Xander said. Qui Gon turned to face the young man and asked. "You know who we are?"

"Yes, you're Qui Gon Jinn and the gentleman beside you is Obi Wan Kenobi. But how can you be here? I mean not only are you a couple of characters from a popular movie," Xander pointed at Qui Gon as he continued, "But you were killed off at the end of "Star Wars, Episode 1 by Darth Maul."

Anthony 'Saint' Christopher had been sitting down and observing the other's reactions. His amusement was swiftly replaced by anger as he listened to Xander's question. Not giving his master a chance to respond, the young man growled "He wasn't killed because I pumped four nine-mil hollow points into that red faced bastard."

The room fell silent as everyone turned and stared at the young man. Qui Gon Jinn sent out a calming wave through the Force and chided his pupil. "Anthony.."

Saint wasn't buying it. He turned back to his friend and master. "Master Jinn you and Obi Wan, back there, as well as now, you two were my family and that Sith nearly took you away. It's perfectly normal for a human to get a little irritated about someone threatening his family." Turning his attention back to Xander, Saint continued "You are right these are Master Qui Gon Jinn and Jedi Obi Wan Kenobi and if you haven't guessed it by now, I was sucked into a Star Wars universe when I was shot down. I will tell you this much. The movie was correct up to the point where Queen Amidala was planning the liberation of Naboo at the end of the movie. That's where I crashed onto the scene and helped liberate the capital." Pain was evident in the young man's voice as he talked about entering the palace and having Sergeant McCoy get blown in half and die in his arm.

Qui Gon and JD looked at each other and moved over to Anthony and offer their support. Saint had been looking at the floor while he struggled to get his emotions in check. He looked up to his newest teacher after feeling a hand on his shoulder. "Master, I still mean what I said back on Naboo. I will see that McCoy's daughter is taken care of."

"I know Anthony, I know. What is this Star Wars movie you are referring to?"

Shaw Hunter had been standing at the doorway to the kitchen, watching the exchange between the Jedi master and his student spoke up and suggested that since Steve already had the movie, perhaps they could show it to their guests.

"That's a good idea, Shaw." Steve scratched his head for a moment, before telling the others "How does everyone feel about having pizza delivered and having dinner and a movie?"

A loud growl echoed throughout the room and everyone looked in the direction of it's origin. A visibly embarrassed Jedi apprentice looked up at the others "I didn't eat lunch today, sorry."

Faith Price had been standing off to the side, examining the newcomers and Saint. She waited until after Steve placed the order before asking the question that had been on many of the Scoobie's minds. "Uh Saint, out of curiosity. Just what did you pull on Jack O'Neill and Samantha Carter that made them call Steve to get back at you?"

The previous look of embarrassment was swiftly replaced by a look of pure innocence. "Well, lets just say I locked the two in a suite with Jar Jar Binks for twelve hours. Oh, I also had Queen Amidala and her Handmaidens help with the prank."

Several jaws dropped to the floor as that image sank into their minds. Amy turned to her cousin and speculated "If he really is another Wanderer, then he will have taken pictures of the prank." Shaw's answering nod stopped suddenly as Saint innocently asked the group. "Anybody want to see the pictures?"

Xander and Cordy had moved next to Amy and Shaw, overhearing their conversation. A common thought went through the minds of the Scoobies. Oh Shit, there are TWO Wanderers in the world?

Steve St. Wolf watched as Cordy fainted into her boyfriend's arms and began rubbing the bridge of his nose as he walked back to his office. I'm getting way too old for this shit.

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"Anthony, Qui Gon, JD, can I see you in my office?"

Steve looked over to JD and Qui Gon. Both nodded in agreement to the Wanderer's request. Shutting the door behind them, Steve offered the others to take their seats. Then, he turned to Saint and seriously asked the young man. "You saw a lot of combat over there didn't you?" Saint jerked back in his seat and looked over to his two teachers, who motioned for him to answer the question. The young man took a deep breath and quietly asked, "How did you know?"

"Kid, I was serving with the 5th Special Forces Group when I was your age and been on some hairy operations, many of which never made the news back here. You want to tell us about it?"

"Steve, JD, Qui Gon, when I joined the Army right out of high school, I joined for the adventure. I was finally doing something important in my life. I mean, I was one of the youngest officers in my unit and I became mission qualified with the 160th SOAR in record time. I had these visions of saving the day and coming home with a chestful of medals. The sense of adventure vanished when the first bullets began pinging on my Blackhawk. Then, I get shot down on my first combat mission and find myself on Naboo helping liberate the planet. I wasn't even nineteen when I had the first man killed under my command." Saint turned back to Steve with a haunted look in his eyes. "Jeez Steve, the man had the lower half of his body blown away. I.I.held his hand as he passed away. After that, you can throw in being seriously wounded nearly to the point of death. But that nowhere compares to writing the letter to McCoy's wife and daughter when I got back."

JD and Qui Gon had seated themselves to either side of their pupil and both grabbed his shoulder in a show of support. Saint gave a slight smile in appreciation before continuing. "My next major combat operation took place seven months later when I organized a strike force to rescue a bunch of kids being held for human sacrifices. Near the end of the battle, after the kids had been rescued, we were nearly overrunned by an arriving force of mercenaries. The commanders of the unit guarding that side of the perimeter had been killed and I took command. I began calling in airstrikes, which turned the tide, but one hit some of the men under my command. I was responsible for their deaths."

"Anthony, JD had given me a thumbnail sketch of what you went through when I talked to her earlier this week. Your teachers and I are in agreement on this one. You made the right calls back there. Shit happens in war. During Desert Storm back in '91, most of the American casualties were caused by friendly fire. If you didn't call in those fighters, a whole lot more people would have been killed. As far as Sgt. McCoy is concerned, he knew what he was getting into as did the rest of your men on Naboo. I've seen many types of officers in my time. The good leaders are those who put their men and mission in front of their own personal safety. You did what you had to do to get the mission accomplished. On that last operation, you got the children out."

"I. understand, Steve. It's just that I feel like an old man at nineteen."

JD Heart placed both hand on Saints shoulders and turned him to face her. "Anthony, you had to grow up too soon. You are no longer the smart mouthed boy I tutored back in Sparta. You left Earth as a naïve boy looking for adventure and came back a man. I'll tell you this, you will never forget the people who died but you will move on and be stronger for it."

Qui Gon picked up from where JD left off, "Anthony, Mr. St. Wolf and Detective Heart are right. You will face many trials in the future, From within and without. Don't linger over the failures but use them to make you stronger. Learn from your experiences. Being a Jedi is not an easy life. But I know you will succeed."

Steve backed his chair away from his desk when the doorbell rang. "Looks like the pizzas are here. Anthony, I want you to know, if you ever need to talk to someone who has been where you're at, you can talk to myself, your teachers, or if you want someone closer to your age, I'll ask Shaw if she would mind spending some time with you."

"Thanks guys, I feel a lot better." Saint stopped in front of the door and turned back to Steve and JD, "You know, I used to be a huge fan of Star Wars. Funny thing, now it feels like it'll take all of my willpower to watch the movie to the end."

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Waiting just outside the Wanderer's property was a dark haired, bearded man dressed in black leather. So, the Boyscout's feeling some doubts? Boy, you have a destiny to fulfill.

Artemis interrupted the man's introspection. The Greek goddess gave her brother a long hard look before speaking. "What are you doing here Ares? Didn't you learn your lesson when you tried to convince Shaw to be your Avatar?"

"Aw, common sis. I was only taking a look. But the hour is getting later so I'll be going now. Bye."

The Greek god of war vanished in a flash of light leaving his sister to ponder, He's up to something. I wonder if it has anything to do with Anthony?

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"Come and get it!"

While Steve paid Ted, the pizza deliveryman, Shaw put Star Wars: Episode 1 into the DVD player. Willow pressed play when everyone had settled down.

JD settled down next to Saint and kept an eye on her former student. Ten minutes into the movie, the doorbell rang again and Xander got up to answer the door. Willow paused the movie. Soon afterwards, Xander and another man entered the room.

"Sorry I'm late, but the was an accident near city hall that had traffic tied up for a while. Did I miss anything?"

Steve answered, "We just got to the part where the Jedi have realized they were being set up by the Trade Federation. Before we get back to the movie, why don't you introduce yourself?"

"Sure thing Steve, I'm Robin Goodfellow and.."

Robin looked at the guests and back to the paused movie several times. Several thoughts went through the sprite's mind, Waitaminute. They can't be. Oh Shit, THEY ARE!!!" Turning back to St. Wolf, the sprite asked him, "Steve, please tell me that the two gentlemen in front of me are Liam Neeson and Ewan McGregor and not Qui Gon Jinn and Obi Wan Kenobi."

Grins formed on several faces as Steve responded, "I can't lie to you Robin. Not only do we have the two beforementioned Jedi seated here and sharing pizza and a movie, but the blond kid petting Duke is none other than Anakin Skywalker."

Robin's jaw dropped and he took several breaths before continuing. "What did you think you were doing? Not only do you have two characters from a science fiction movie in your living room. But now you're showing them the movie and in effect telling them their future. ARE YOU OUT OF YOU'RE FREAKING MIND! You aren't satisfied with saving the world? Now, you have to try to change alternate universes. Even worse, exposing those same characters and worlds to American teenagers?"

Anthony Christopher had been watching the exchange with amusement, thinking, Hmm. So this is the famous Goodfellow. I'd better let St. Wolf off the hook. Finally, he decided to speak up and get the sprite's attention. "Uhh, Robin, Steve had nothing to do with this. I am the one who brought Qui Gon, Obi Wan, and Anakin back here."

"Just who are you?"

Sporting an evil grin, Saint responded, "Anthony 'Saint' Christopher, U.S. Army helicopter pilot and student of JD Heart and Master Jinn. As far as messing up the timeline in that alternate universe. I already did that by crashing my Blackhawk on Naboo, saving Master Jinn from Darth Maul, and saving Anakin's mom. Besides, they got here by accident when I came back with the rest of SG1. So don't blow your top at Wanderer." The young man made himself comfortable before continuing. "Are you going to watch the movie and eat pizza with us or stand there with your mouth open, catching flies?"

Robin pulled up a seat while Willow restarted the movie. Halfway through the movie, Anthony began revealing where reality changed from the movie.

"At this point, my Blackhawk came crashing down. I still wonder how my crew survived the crash."

"Sgt. McCoy was killed at this point."

"This is near the part, where I stopped Darth Maul from killing Master Jinn and nearly bought the farm myself. I don't remember the rest since I was unconscious and trying to stay alive with the help of Qui Gon and Obi Wan."

Finally, the movie ended. Steve let everyone know that it was time to return the Jedi back to their home reality. Anthony embraced the Jedi he considered to be family farewell and stepped back. Robin Goodfellow got ready to send them back when nothing happened. Steve asked the sprite when he was going to do it.

"I'm trying, Wanderer, but something blocked it. Let me try again."

Still nothing happened. Finally, after three attempts, a visibly frustrated Robin had still not sent the Jedi back. "I don't know what's happening. I have my full power but something's blocking it."

A soft voice rasped out from behind everybody. "The reason that you can't send them back is that the Big Guy needs them here for the time being."

Steve swirled around and found himself face to face with JP Withers. "What are you doing here you old bastard?"

"Mike sent me here to relay a message from the Man Upstairs." JP pointed towards Saint, "Sometime in the future, Wanderer Jr. over there will be at a crossroads where he can either stay in the light or turn to evil. If he is to have any chance of staying on the right side, he will need to finish his Jedi training."

Robin responded "So, we'll cross that bridge when we get to it."

"Goodfellow, if Anthony turns to the Dark Side, he would make Darth Vadar look like a pansy."

Obi Wan turned to his former master and asked, "Who is this Darth Vadar character?"

Without turning around, Robin answered for the older Jedi, "I'll tell you later."

The rest of the scoobies listened to the exchange. Finally, Shaw spoke up. "Then it would appear that we would need to make arrangements for the Jedi to live here for the time being." The half elf began to tick off several points in the air. They will need new identities, housing, employment and help fitting into Earth society."

Once again, the doorbell rang and Willow got up to answer it.

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Saint, JD, and Katie had retired to the kitchen to talk about what to do now that the Jedi were here to stay. The blonde detective noted that there were more than enough empty rooms to accommodate the Jedi in the West wing. Saint asked her why the West wing? To which, JD responded. "That way you will have to get past my room to get to Katie."

"Now wait a gosh darn minute. I.."

Saint had been in the process of offering a snappy comeback when out of the corner of his eye, he spotted Willow returning with two gentlemen and a lady dressed in black suits. The young American could not help thinking, First, it was a Greek goddess, then a character out of Shake sphere. Now, it's the Blues Brothers plus one. Unfortunately, his mouth began operating independently of his brain when he stood up and asked. "So which one of you is Jake and which is Elwood?"

The older man slowly turned and walked up to the speaker. Stopping inches away from his target's face, K began talking. "I don't know who you think you are, sonny. But you need to respect your elders. To answer your question, we are not the Blues Brothers." Willow and St.Wolf interrupted the older agent's response.

"K, J, L, what brings MIB to my humble abode?"

"MIB? What is that, Made in Bulgaria? Cause you certainly have the 60s communist agent look down pat. All you need is a trench coat. Don't get me started on the alphabet gang over there."

Steve began rubbing the bridge of his nose as others began laughing at Saint's remarks. Finally the laughter faded and K answered him.

"Zed got a call from General Hammond over at SG1 concerning three aliens who had suddenly appeared at Cheyenne Mountain. Zed sent us here to investigate the matter and make recommendations about what needed to be done."

Steve introduced the three Jedi and Saint to the agents. After a short interview with the three visitors from the Star Wars universe, K decided to recommend that the three be allowed to stay as long as necessary. Of course having Arty and JP Withers give their input helped. MIB would help with the creation of identities for the three. Thus Qui Gon Jinn was officially Jim Quigby, a former British agent born in Ireland. Obi Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker were officially recognized as his sons. That done, JD Heart offered the spare rooms in her home to the now officially Quigby's until they could find more permanent housing.

Giles stood up, turned toward Anthony and in a quiet voice, stated, "Well now that that's settled, what about you?"

Saint and Xander had been engrossed in a discussion concerning which Monty Python skit deserved to included in the Hall of Fame. Hearing his name called, Saint looked up and said, "Huh?"

Giles sighed, "At the risk of repeating myself, what are you going to be doing now that your friends will be settling on Los Angeles?"

Saint began to pace around the room for a few minutes before stopping. "I was waiting for the right moment before telling this. But now is as good a time as any." The young man took a deep breath before continuing. "I have been doing a lot of thinking about the events of the last year and where my life was heading. Once my leave has ended, I will be leaving active duty and transferring to the Guard. As of next Friday, I will be officially a member of the 140th Aviation Battalion, California National Guard. The unit is based at Los Alamitos, about 22 miles south of LA. They're flying UH-60 Blackhawks for air assault, and transportation. It'll keep my flying up to par. The commander was happy to get someone with my background,"

Xander could not help smirking, "Turning into a weekend warrior?"

Saint answered with a shrug, "Pretty much, the rest of the week will be spent being UCLA's newest archaeology major."

Katie leaned over and softly spoke, "Smart move, choosing a major where you have an inside track thanks to a certain Daniel Jackson over at SG1."

The chair slammed back onto the floor as he responded, "Whaa. Now wait a gosh darn minute. I chose that major because I happen to enjoy taking looks at the past. Not because it would be an easy 'A'."

"Easy, easy, I was only joking."

"At least, Anthony will have no problems with completing his training." JD Heart turned back to Qui Gon and Obi Wan. "I have enough room at my place for both Anthony and his companions. Plus, Master Jinn can use my gym to continue Anthony's training."

"It's getting pretty late. So lets get a good nights sleep and take up where we left off tomorrow."

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TBC

Author's Notes: Chapter 9 marks the change from Earth soldier in Star Wars to Jedi masters on Earth. The Earth, Saint has returned to is that of the Wandererverse. The next chapters and stories will deal with Saint going to college by day, continuing his Jedi training by night and serving his one weekend a month with the National Guard. Check out "Chapter 10: Living on a Prayer" as Saint tries to get back to a normal life while studying under Qui Gon. Expect more crossovers with Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Stargate SG1, and Highlander in the upcoming chapters.

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