I Have Not Seen the Righteous Forsaken - Chapter 4
They were running so fast. The rain was pouring down. Daniel could feel Janet put her hand into his as they pushed through the streets. His chest was on fire. He could barely breath. Gunshots sounded close behind them. He could feel the bullet enter his back as he slowly fell to the ground, his fingers slipping from Janet's grasp. She landed on her knees beside him running her hands over his face.
"Daniel, Daniel," she called to him.
Gunshots continued to echo through the abandoned street as rain poured down on both on them. Gradually, the gunshots began to take on the smooth, steady rhythm of a heart monitor as the rain and Janet's voice slowly faded.
"Hey, Danny, come on. Wake up."
Daniel slowly opened his eyes as a hand shook his shoulder.
"Jack?"
"Yeah. Here, I brought you some coffee. You look like you could use it."
"What time is it?" he said, rubbing his stiff back.
"7:45 in the morning. Have you been here all night?"
"Yeah," Daniel affirmed as he rubbed a hand over his eyes. He looked over at Janet. "How is she?"
"She's going to be just fine. Dr. Warner had no problems getting the bullet out. She's not going to be going on missions any time soon, but the Doc said she should make a full recovery."
Jack grabbed a chair from the corner and brought it to sit beside Daniel's. He sat down with a sigh.
"So, uh, you and the Doc seem to be pretty close."
"Yeah, well, working on life-threatening, illegal assignments for eight months straight has the tendency to do that."
Jack chuckled. "Yeah, I guess it would. Look, Doc Warner seems to have everything under control here. Maybourne wants to see us in the Conference Room."
Daniel brushed a hand through Janet's hair one last time as he followed Jack out of the room.
* * *
Daniel took a seat beside Carter, across from Jack and Sam. General Maybourne was at the head of the table.
"First of all, I want to say that the information you and Dr. Fraiser obtained last night has proven invaluable. The Tequeran's planet is called Veran. We've got the gate coordinates and written proof that they are advanced in bio-weaponry and experiment on the criminals and homeless of their world. Now all we need is proof once the NID actually go through with the deal. When the President realizes that his newest defense line is the product of murder, the NID are finished."
"Is there anything specific I should be looking for when I'm out with Joe, sir?"
"Yes, since last night's shootout, security at the Complex will be severely increased and all codes changed. We're going to need to enter the building again in order to obtain the rest of the evidence we need. Major, I need you to get access, exit, and computer codes as well as any information on security shifts and rotations. Whatever you can get."
"I'll do my best, sir. I'm off to meet Joe for breakfast. It's at a restaurant, so I'm not sure how much I can get there. I'll try to get him to stop at his house so I can get into his office. Do you think he will have that kind of information so soon?"
"For an emergency like they faced last night, the NID would have changed the codes immediately. The ambassador is closely tied into the project, so he should have been informed of any changes immediately. Probably shortly after you left last night."
"Okay, I'll probably be spending the day with him today. I'll see what I can do, sir."
"Very good, Major."
As Carter left, Maybourne turned to the rest of them.
"Jack, as soon as the NID lose control of the Stargate program, we can get you back to the quantum mirror. You still have the remote don't you?"
"Right here in my pocket."
"Very good. Now, I understand the planet you were on was under attack."
"Yes, sir. It was a Goa'uld attack. It didn't look like they were going to leave much for us to come back to," Sam answered. "With any luck, the mirror will still be functional. Then we can gate back to earth."
* * *
Carter walked through a maze of tables at the outdoor restaurant to where Joe was sitting.
"Sorry I'm late. I guess I overslept," she said as she sat down after leaning over to kiss him lightly.
"Not a problem," he smiled reclaiming his seat. "I, on the other hand, was up all night."
"Oh no. Why was that?" She looked at him with just the right amount of concern while unfolding her napkin.
"Oh just some problems at work. It seems two people broke into the Complex last night and stole some files from the computer." He seemed to be watching her so closely.
"That's terrible! Were you able to catch them?" Carter did her best to pull an innocent face.
"I'm afraid not. But we haven't given up yet. One of them was wounded, and we were able to get a blood sample. Once we get the results back from the DNA test, we should know who one of them is anyway. But let's not talk about this now. It's a beautiful day, and I can't wait to spend it all with you. What would you like to order?"
Carter ordered coffee and pancakes. Thankfully, he had changed the topic. She'd been getting very uncomfortable. Something wasn't right.
* * *
"General Hammond, Colonel O'Neill, sirs. Siler, Teal'c, and I have secured the stargate. We're ready to leave for Veran."
"Very good, Felger. The Colonel and I just finished picking up camp. Prepare for departure immediately."
"Yes, sir."
Jack watched the eager young man walk off to meet the others then turned to Hammond.
"General, do you really think this lead is credible?"
"Jack, right now it's our only lead. And their description of the NID was very accurate. People of the Tauri asking for bio-weapons doesn't happen that often."
"Yeah, I guess you're right. Well," he said, hoisting on his pack and heading in the direction of the gate, "let's get reacquainted with some of our old NID buddies shall we."
* * *
"I still think we should wait for, well, the other Sam to get back, sir. I want to hear what she was able to find out."
"Yeah well, heaven only knows when that will be. Besides, if it's very important, Maybourne can wake us up. You need to rest. You've been trying to come up with plans and strategies all day."
"I just really want to help these people. I still can't believe how the NID were able to get control like that."
"Tell me about it. But I guess we've come pretty close to it a few times in our reality as well."
"Even if we do succeed in overthrowing the NID, do you think they'll be okay? I mean, what they're doing is illegal any way you look at it. Can they really expect to be hailed as heroes once this is all over?" Sam climbed up to her top bunk as Jack got comfortable below her.
"Well, the way I see it, the entire world can be pushing and screaming at you, trying to get you to believe something is right even when you know they're plain wrong. Sometimes you just need to stand up for what is right no matter what the odds are against you. From what I've seen of these people, they'll do anything to have their voices heard. Even if they're eventually court-martialed, they'll take it with pride just knowing that what they did was right."
* * *
"Sam, honey, why don't you wait for me in my office while I go get into something more comfortable for our movie."
"Sure," she smiled and rubbed his arm as he passed her.
Carter waited until he'd reached the top of the stairs before she entered his office and made her way to his desk. If he'd just gotten the information last night, it should be close at hand. She couldn't find it on top. It must be in one of the drawers. Finally, in the bottom drawer, she found it. Taking out the file, she spread it open on top of the desk. She flipped through the pages quickly for the information she needed. Taking out her palm pilot, she set it on the desk beside the folder and began to enter the codes. Almost done.
"I guess I should have known it was too good to be true."
Carter froze. Joe walked slowly over to her. Picking up the file, he gave a frustrated groan and threw it against the wall. Carter jumped slightly at the noise. Papers flew everywhere.
"How long, Sam? How long has this been going on?"
"Joe, please, I'm so sorry." Her eyes watered as she reached a trembling hand to her mouth.
"Sorry? You're sorry?! Sam, do you have any idea the danger you're putting yourself in?"
Carter was shaking in earnest now. Tears coursed down her cheeks.
"This whole time I thought I'd finally found someone to share the rest of my life with, and all you were doing was playing a part. I should have known you wouldn't give up the stargate so easily. Or is it your Colonel O'Neill that has you so dedicated?"
Carter turned away from him wrapping her arms around herself looking down at the floor. Feeling her purse being pushed into her hand, she looked up at him. He spoke dangerously quiet.
"Just get out of here, and never come back, or so help me I will report you."
"Joe, I . . ."
"No, Sam, just . . . just leave. Now."
At the door she turned to look at him. He had his back to her as he looked out the window. She closed the door softly and left.
* * *
At first, no one noticed the Major as she entered the makeshift SGC. She just stood there, leaning against the closed door. Daniel entered the room heading towards the coffee maker for a late night fix. He had the cup half poured when he caught a glimpse of her out of the corner of his eye. Immediately he put down the cup and replaced the pot.
Shivering in her dress and crying quietly, Carter leaned heavily against him as he wrapped his arms around her.
"Shh. Everything's going to be okay. Everything's going to be just fine." he murmured while rubbing her back in slow smooth circles.
Carter pulled away slightly and looked at him.
"No, Daniel, no it's not. He caught me going through his stuff. He knows everything."
"And he let you go?" Daniel looked at her incredulously.
Carter sniffed. "Yeah, I couldn't believe it. He just handed me my purse and . . . Wait a minute," she paused, an unsure look on her face.
Reaching her hand into her purse, she gave an extra sob as she pulled out her palm pilot. The last code completed.
* * *
So what did you think? I hope everyone still likes this story. As always, I'm open to suggestions. Thanks so much for reading! Another chapter coming soon.
They were running so fast. The rain was pouring down. Daniel could feel Janet put her hand into his as they pushed through the streets. His chest was on fire. He could barely breath. Gunshots sounded close behind them. He could feel the bullet enter his back as he slowly fell to the ground, his fingers slipping from Janet's grasp. She landed on her knees beside him running her hands over his face.
"Daniel, Daniel," she called to him.
Gunshots continued to echo through the abandoned street as rain poured down on both on them. Gradually, the gunshots began to take on the smooth, steady rhythm of a heart monitor as the rain and Janet's voice slowly faded.
"Hey, Danny, come on. Wake up."
Daniel slowly opened his eyes as a hand shook his shoulder.
"Jack?"
"Yeah. Here, I brought you some coffee. You look like you could use it."
"What time is it?" he said, rubbing his stiff back.
"7:45 in the morning. Have you been here all night?"
"Yeah," Daniel affirmed as he rubbed a hand over his eyes. He looked over at Janet. "How is she?"
"She's going to be just fine. Dr. Warner had no problems getting the bullet out. She's not going to be going on missions any time soon, but the Doc said she should make a full recovery."
Jack grabbed a chair from the corner and brought it to sit beside Daniel's. He sat down with a sigh.
"So, uh, you and the Doc seem to be pretty close."
"Yeah, well, working on life-threatening, illegal assignments for eight months straight has the tendency to do that."
Jack chuckled. "Yeah, I guess it would. Look, Doc Warner seems to have everything under control here. Maybourne wants to see us in the Conference Room."
Daniel brushed a hand through Janet's hair one last time as he followed Jack out of the room.
* * *
Daniel took a seat beside Carter, across from Jack and Sam. General Maybourne was at the head of the table.
"First of all, I want to say that the information you and Dr. Fraiser obtained last night has proven invaluable. The Tequeran's planet is called Veran. We've got the gate coordinates and written proof that they are advanced in bio-weaponry and experiment on the criminals and homeless of their world. Now all we need is proof once the NID actually go through with the deal. When the President realizes that his newest defense line is the product of murder, the NID are finished."
"Is there anything specific I should be looking for when I'm out with Joe, sir?"
"Yes, since last night's shootout, security at the Complex will be severely increased and all codes changed. We're going to need to enter the building again in order to obtain the rest of the evidence we need. Major, I need you to get access, exit, and computer codes as well as any information on security shifts and rotations. Whatever you can get."
"I'll do my best, sir. I'm off to meet Joe for breakfast. It's at a restaurant, so I'm not sure how much I can get there. I'll try to get him to stop at his house so I can get into his office. Do you think he will have that kind of information so soon?"
"For an emergency like they faced last night, the NID would have changed the codes immediately. The ambassador is closely tied into the project, so he should have been informed of any changes immediately. Probably shortly after you left last night."
"Okay, I'll probably be spending the day with him today. I'll see what I can do, sir."
"Very good, Major."
As Carter left, Maybourne turned to the rest of them.
"Jack, as soon as the NID lose control of the Stargate program, we can get you back to the quantum mirror. You still have the remote don't you?"
"Right here in my pocket."
"Very good. Now, I understand the planet you were on was under attack."
"Yes, sir. It was a Goa'uld attack. It didn't look like they were going to leave much for us to come back to," Sam answered. "With any luck, the mirror will still be functional. Then we can gate back to earth."
* * *
Carter walked through a maze of tables at the outdoor restaurant to where Joe was sitting.
"Sorry I'm late. I guess I overslept," she said as she sat down after leaning over to kiss him lightly.
"Not a problem," he smiled reclaiming his seat. "I, on the other hand, was up all night."
"Oh no. Why was that?" She looked at him with just the right amount of concern while unfolding her napkin.
"Oh just some problems at work. It seems two people broke into the Complex last night and stole some files from the computer." He seemed to be watching her so closely.
"That's terrible! Were you able to catch them?" Carter did her best to pull an innocent face.
"I'm afraid not. But we haven't given up yet. One of them was wounded, and we were able to get a blood sample. Once we get the results back from the DNA test, we should know who one of them is anyway. But let's not talk about this now. It's a beautiful day, and I can't wait to spend it all with you. What would you like to order?"
Carter ordered coffee and pancakes. Thankfully, he had changed the topic. She'd been getting very uncomfortable. Something wasn't right.
* * *
"General Hammond, Colonel O'Neill, sirs. Siler, Teal'c, and I have secured the stargate. We're ready to leave for Veran."
"Very good, Felger. The Colonel and I just finished picking up camp. Prepare for departure immediately."
"Yes, sir."
Jack watched the eager young man walk off to meet the others then turned to Hammond.
"General, do you really think this lead is credible?"
"Jack, right now it's our only lead. And their description of the NID was very accurate. People of the Tauri asking for bio-weapons doesn't happen that often."
"Yeah, I guess you're right. Well," he said, hoisting on his pack and heading in the direction of the gate, "let's get reacquainted with some of our old NID buddies shall we."
* * *
"I still think we should wait for, well, the other Sam to get back, sir. I want to hear what she was able to find out."
"Yeah well, heaven only knows when that will be. Besides, if it's very important, Maybourne can wake us up. You need to rest. You've been trying to come up with plans and strategies all day."
"I just really want to help these people. I still can't believe how the NID were able to get control like that."
"Tell me about it. But I guess we've come pretty close to it a few times in our reality as well."
"Even if we do succeed in overthrowing the NID, do you think they'll be okay? I mean, what they're doing is illegal any way you look at it. Can they really expect to be hailed as heroes once this is all over?" Sam climbed up to her top bunk as Jack got comfortable below her.
"Well, the way I see it, the entire world can be pushing and screaming at you, trying to get you to believe something is right even when you know they're plain wrong. Sometimes you just need to stand up for what is right no matter what the odds are against you. From what I've seen of these people, they'll do anything to have their voices heard. Even if they're eventually court-martialed, they'll take it with pride just knowing that what they did was right."
* * *
"Sam, honey, why don't you wait for me in my office while I go get into something more comfortable for our movie."
"Sure," she smiled and rubbed his arm as he passed her.
Carter waited until he'd reached the top of the stairs before she entered his office and made her way to his desk. If he'd just gotten the information last night, it should be close at hand. She couldn't find it on top. It must be in one of the drawers. Finally, in the bottom drawer, she found it. Taking out the file, she spread it open on top of the desk. She flipped through the pages quickly for the information she needed. Taking out her palm pilot, she set it on the desk beside the folder and began to enter the codes. Almost done.
"I guess I should have known it was too good to be true."
Carter froze. Joe walked slowly over to her. Picking up the file, he gave a frustrated groan and threw it against the wall. Carter jumped slightly at the noise. Papers flew everywhere.
"How long, Sam? How long has this been going on?"
"Joe, please, I'm so sorry." Her eyes watered as she reached a trembling hand to her mouth.
"Sorry? You're sorry?! Sam, do you have any idea the danger you're putting yourself in?"
Carter was shaking in earnest now. Tears coursed down her cheeks.
"This whole time I thought I'd finally found someone to share the rest of my life with, and all you were doing was playing a part. I should have known you wouldn't give up the stargate so easily. Or is it your Colonel O'Neill that has you so dedicated?"
Carter turned away from him wrapping her arms around herself looking down at the floor. Feeling her purse being pushed into her hand, she looked up at him. He spoke dangerously quiet.
"Just get out of here, and never come back, or so help me I will report you."
"Joe, I . . ."
"No, Sam, just . . . just leave. Now."
At the door she turned to look at him. He had his back to her as he looked out the window. She closed the door softly and left.
* * *
At first, no one noticed the Major as she entered the makeshift SGC. She just stood there, leaning against the closed door. Daniel entered the room heading towards the coffee maker for a late night fix. He had the cup half poured when he caught a glimpse of her out of the corner of his eye. Immediately he put down the cup and replaced the pot.
Shivering in her dress and crying quietly, Carter leaned heavily against him as he wrapped his arms around her.
"Shh. Everything's going to be okay. Everything's going to be just fine." he murmured while rubbing her back in slow smooth circles.
Carter pulled away slightly and looked at him.
"No, Daniel, no it's not. He caught me going through his stuff. He knows everything."
"And he let you go?" Daniel looked at her incredulously.
Carter sniffed. "Yeah, I couldn't believe it. He just handed me my purse and . . . Wait a minute," she paused, an unsure look on her face.
Reaching her hand into her purse, she gave an extra sob as she pulled out her palm pilot. The last code completed.
* * *
So what did you think? I hope everyone still likes this story. As always, I'm open to suggestions. Thanks so much for reading! Another chapter coming soon.