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Captain Stetson's house, Colorado Springs: 2000 hours
Lee, still upset, packed some things in his bag and grabbed the phone. "Hello when is the next flight to DC?" He waited for an answer then said, "I'd like one ticket for that flight." After taking care of the details for the ticket he hung up and finished packing.
As he walked to the closet to grab his jacket, he stopped and looked at the photo that sat on the dresser. It was a picture of Lee and Elena on their last vacation. If you were to just look you would think they went to Egypt or some other desert country, but they actually spent two weeks with Daniel and Lizzy on Abydos, the planet that Daniel lived on for a year. Lee picked the picture up and smiled slightly remembering how excited Skarra was when they asked him to take the picture. He'd never seen a camera before and it took a while to explain to him how to use it. The picture was a little crooked but it was it was pretty good for a boy who was taking his very first photo.
Lee placed the photo back on the dresser and grabbed his jacket. He sat on the bed and ran his hand through his hair. "What am I going to do?" As much as he didn't want to believe it he just couldn't erase all doubt from his mind. The descriptions were just too detailed to not be true. If it wasn't true how did Snider know about Elena's birthmark and that scar?
His heart told him to listen to her and run back to her right then and there. Every bone in his body yearned to hold her. He wished more than anything he could just forget about the journal and Dr. Percy Snider. But as much as his heart and body ached and yearned his mind wouldn't let him go back to the base. He'd learned the hard way that his heart wasn't always right.
Before Elena he had only really love one woman, Eva. She broke his heart and married another man. Years later when their paths crossed again he discovered that she was working for the KGB. She had been one of them all along and marrying the guy was just another assignment.
Lee had never run from anything in his life until now. He didn't like it, but he didn't want to hurt Elena. He wanted to kick himself for the way he yelled at her and accused her of things that he couldn't completely believe much less prove. So he decided to run back to DC. Maybe after things calmed down he and Elena could work things out.
Lee stood and grabbed his things and headed to the airport.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2030 hours - Elena's room
Elena came to and found herself on the floor. Her head was throbbing and her stomach was tossing and turning. She sat up and looked around. "What happened?" She said to herself. She remembered fighting with Lee, and him running out.
"Something's not right" She said as she slowly stood and held her aching head. She sat on the bed and rubbed her stomach.
"Could it be that I'm..." Elena said aloud to herself. "If I go to Janet she'll poke and probe and shine that frelling pen light in my eyes. I feel bad enough without her mashing on things and asking if it hurts."
She stood and felt dizzy and sat back down, feeling sick in her stomach. She laid back and hugged a pillow. "What am I going to do?" she asked as her eyes began to tear.
"I'm on trial for a murder I didn't commit; my own husband thinks I had an affair with the man I supposedly murdered and now this." She hugged the pillow tighter and cried.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2035 hours
Mean while Kath, Harm, Mac, and General Hammond were looking for Lee. Kath met up with Hammond in the hall. "Any luck sir?" Kath asked.
"Yeah he left the base." Hammond replied.
"What!"
"That's what I said."
They walked to Hammond's office and Kath paced the room. "I don't believe it! How could he leave her?"
"I don't know colonel." Hammond replied.
"So where the frell did he go?" Kath asked.
"Home I guess. I've sent someone to check and bring him here if they find him. "Hammond replied.
Kath continued pacing. "God did he even talk to her?"
"I don't know. We better go check on her."
Kath nodded and they walked to Elena's room. "Airman has Lee been to see Elena today?"
"Yes ma'am."
"General Hammond sir maybe it would be best if I went in first. She's probably upset." Kath said.
"I agree." Hammond replied. "I'll go and check on locating Lee." Kath nodded and watched him leave.
Kath knocked on the door before she entered. "Elena." Kath called. She looked around but didn't see her anywhere. "Elena." she called again. This time she heard a sound form the bathroom and then saw Elena walk out leaning on the wall for support.
"Whoa Captain." Kath said as she rushed over to her, and walked her to the bed.
"He's gone isn't he?" was the first thing Elena said.
"Yeah he left the base."
"No it's more than that Kath. He left town and state."
"What are you talking about?" Kath asked.
"He went back to DC."
"How do you know that?"
"The same way I know Sam's at the door."
At that moment Sam walked in. "Everything ok?"
"No Sam. Nothing is ok." Elena cried.
Sam shut the door and rushed over to Kath and Elena. "What's wrong?
"He's gone back to DC."
"You're getting stronger Captain." was all Kath said.
"Why would he do that?" Sam asked
"He read the journal and apparently believed the dren Snider wrote in it." Kath replied trying not to lose her temper.
Then there was a knock on the door. Sam opened it and an officer told her she was needed in the Gate room. "I'll be back." she said before she left.
Kath stood and started pacing. "You're right Captain."
"About what?"
"The reason you fainted." Kath replied as she sat back down.
Elena nodded. "I was afraid that was what you meant."
"I figured you'd be happy."
"How can I be now?"
Before Kath could reply General Hammond came over the intercom. "SG1 SG2 report to the briefing room."
Kath sighed, "I'll be back"
"Its Jacob isn't it?"
"Yeah it is. I just hope he has some good news." Kath said before she walked out the door.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2100 hours - Briefing room
Kath was the last to arrive. General Hammond, Jack, Daniel, Lizzy, Steph, Kawalsky, Teal'c, Jonas, and Sam were all seated in their usual places while Jacob stood at the front of the room. "You had better have some good news Jacob." Kath said as she took her seat.
"I do Kath. How's Elena?" Jacob asked.
"Not so good dad." Sam replied.
"Terrible would be a better description." Kath said. "Lee's gone back to DC."
Jacob, Lizzy, Daniel Jack and Steph all began to mutter things.
"Alright people." General Hammond said. Everyone quieted down and he continued, "I know how you feel but we'll take care of that later. First Jacob has something to show you."
Jacob nodded. "I'll let Salmek explain." He closed his eyes and bowed his head as his symbiote took control. "Greetings everyone. One of our operatives managed to slip into Sekhmet's ranks and sent us this recording." He pulled a device from his pocket and an image started playing.
Sekhmet sat on here throne as her servants fanned her and fed her grapes. One servant walked to her and bowed, "My Queen she has returned."
Sekhmet's eyes glowed and she smiled, "Good bring her to me."
"Yes my Queen." He bowed and walked to the door.
A tall woman walked in and bowed down before Sekhmet. "Have you succeeded?" Sekhmet asked.
"Almost my Queen. At this moment the bonds between them is beginning to weaken."
"Good. Very Good. I assume the Captain's husband will be the first to die."
"Yes my Queen. It won't be long before he leaves the base. And when he does..."
"And when he does. I will enjoy making him my slave." Sekhmet said before laughing evilly. "Now go. Break the bond between the Captain and her Colonel. Those two are the ones to worry about. They know how to use our technology and from what I've heard they can do things that no human should be able to."
"Yes my Queen. I shall not fail you."
"You had better not." Sekhmet said. "Other wise you'll wind up like him." She motioned toward a body by the wall.
"I understand and you won't be disappointed my Queen." Wilmington replied before she bowed and left.
"That's..." Sam started.
"Lt. Col. Wilmington." Kath growled as she lost her temper and her eyes darkened. "Where is the snake loving..."
Jack grabbed her hand. "Easy love. Calm down."
"You know her?" Jacob asked.
"She's the lawyer prosecuting Elena." Sam replied.
"So how do we prove that she's behind it with out revealing too much about the Stargate program?" Steph asked.
"We'll figure out something." Hammond replied. "Someone go get Elena. She should see this."
"I'll get her." Kath said as she stood. She walked to Elena's room. "The General wants to see her." She told the Airman guarding her door. He nodded and opened the door.
Kath walked in and mumbled "Poor Elena." when she heard the side effects of her condition.
A moment later Elena walked out moaning. She looked up and saw Kath. "Please tell me Jacob has evidence to clear me."
"He does. Hammond wants to see you. You going to be ok?"
"I don't know?"
Kath took Elena's hand and closed her eyes. When she opened them she smiled. "Fell any better?"
"Yeah thanks Kath."
"No problem, soon you'll be strong enough to do that on your own." Kath said. "Now come on let's go see Jacob."
"Ok, but Kath can we keep this between us? I'm not ready to let everyone know yet."
"Alright Captain. I understand, but don't wait too long."
Elena nodded and they walked to the briefing room. When they walked in Jacob came over and hugged her. "Don't worry this'll all be over soon."
"Thanks Jacob." Elena replied. "So what's this evidence you found?"
Jacob bowed his head and Salmek took over. "Hello Captain. One of our operatives found this." He pulled out the device and played it.
"Whoa stop!" Elena cried.
Jacob paused it right on Sekhmet's face. "What is it?"
"I don't believe it! That low down dirty double crossing two timing...." "Whoa Elena calm down." Jack said. "Who is it?"
"It's Eva!"
"Eva?" Lizzy asked
"She was Lee's first love. She turned out to be a KGB agent. I still remember how she betrayed Lee. If I hadn't taken the bullets out of her gun she would have shot him in the back."
"That explains why she went after you first." Daniel said.
"Yeah it does." Steph added.
"And there's more." Jacob said before he continued playing the recording. Elena watched and her mouth dropped open when she saw Wilmington. "Oh my Gosh!"
"Now we just have to find a way to give this to your lawyers." Sam said
"Forget the lawyer. I want vengeance!" Elena said.
International Federal Film, Washington DC - July 20, 2003: 0600 hours
Lee walked into the Agency still unsure of what to believe. "Morning Mrs. Marsten." He said as he grabbed his id badge.
"Morning Mr. Stetson. How's Elena? I heard about the trial."
"It's a long story I'll tell you later. Is Billy in?"
"Yes Mr. Melrose arrived a little while ago."
Lee nodded and opened the closet door and stepped in. The door closed behind him and the elevator went down. When the door opened he was in the underground headquarters of the Agency. He walked out to the bull pen and headed to Billy's office.
"Before he reached the door he was stopped by an excited blonde." Lee! What's going on? Is Elena ok?"
"Not now Kamikaze." He replied as he walked by and walked into Billy's office closing the door behind him.
Summer, codenamed Kamikaze, crossed her arms. "Elena's in trouble. I know it and I've got to help her." She rushed out and hurried to the airport.
Meanwhile in Billy's office Lee sat down. "I'll take that mission in Europe."
"Lee what happened?" Billy asked.
"What do you mean?"
"Lee I know about the trial. We've had people calling here asking questions about her. Now I know you wouldn't be here if the trail wasn't over unless something happened."
Lee stood and ran his fingers through his hair. "Dr. Snider, the man she's accused of murdering, kept a very detailed journal."
"So..."
"So in the journal he said she had an affair with him."
"Well you don't believe it do you?" Billy asked.
"I don't know Billy. Some of the details were too accurate not to be true."
"Like what?"
"The shape and location of her birthmark and a scar."
"Medical records perhaps?"
"I guess it's possible, but why would he lie about that?" Lee said as he paced the office.
"I don't know Lee, but I do know she loves you. And running won't do any good. So no you're not taking that mission in Europe. Take a few days to think things over. I'm here if you want to talk Lee, but don't shut her out of your life. At least call her."
"I'll think about it Billy." Lee said as he walked out.
Francine Desmond walked in. "What's with Lee? Why isn't he with Elena?"
Billy sighed. "They've got a lot to work out." He stood and walked Francine to the door." "Get a hold of General Hammond at Cheyenne Mountain."
Francine nodded and walked out
Dulles Airport, Washington DC: 0800 hours
Summer sat on the plane to Colorado. "Wish this plane would take off already." Summer mumbled top herself. "I really need a faster way to travel."
"Ladies and Gentlemen please fasten your seat belts..."
"About time." Summer said as the flight attendant started demonstrating how to fasten a seat belt. "Colorado here I come. I just hope I'm not too late."
Nedlinger's, Washington DC: 0815 hours
Lee walked in and sat at the bar. "Hey Ned give me something strong will ya."
Ned poured Lee a drink and handed it to him. "Hey Lee long time no see. Everything ok?"
"No Ned nothing's right anymore." Lee said before gulping the foamy liquid.
"Still with the film company?"
"Yeah that's the only thing that hasn't changed." Lee replied before gulping the last of his drink.
"Trouble with the wife?" Ned asked
Lee just looked up and nodded, "That obvious huh?"
"Well considering I haven't seen you in here in about a year. In fact the last times I saw you, you had just had a fight with her and you came and sat right there for a hour or two then she came and got you and it was weeks before I saw you again." Ned said filling Lee's glass back up.
"Well she's not coming this time." Lee replied. "And I'm not sure I'm going back."
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 0900 hours - Briefing room
After Calming Elena they took her back to her room and decided to call it a night. The next morning they all, with the exception of Elena, met in the briefing room.
Hammond sat down and looked around. "Well people what are we going to do?"
"First we have to give this to her lawyers." Jacob said setting the device on the table.
"Then we go after the snake and Wilmington." Kath added.
"Of course you know Elena will want to take care of them herself." Jack added.
"I know and she will, but we'll help and make sure the frelling snake and Wilmington get what they deserve."
"Jacob how are we going to get the recording from your device to something we can give the lawyers? Daniel asked.
"Well if I can covert the Tok'ra technology so that it's compactable with our equipment it should be possible by first reconfiguring the..."
"Carter can it be done?" Jack asked cutting Sam off in mid sentence.
"Yes Sir." Sam replied.
"Confusing ya with her techno babble again Jack." Lizzy said picking on her older brother.
"Yeah doesn't take much to confuse ya love." Kath added.
"Alright people." Hammond said, "Major Carter you and Jacob get to work on the recording. Kath you and Jack check on Elena. The rest of you work on locating Lt. Col. Wilmington. I want her locked up. Dismissed."
Sam and Jacob headed for the lab, Jack and Kath went to check on Elena. The rest went to look for Wilmington while Hammonds went to his office, only to hear the phone ring. He answered it. "Hello...yes Mr. Melrose I understand....I'll be sure to let her know. And please tell him we've found a way to clear Elena. And I'd like him to see it...Thank you. I'll keep you updated." Hammond hung up and went to see Elena.
Airport, Denver, Colorado: 0930 hours
Summer stepped off the plane. "Ok I'm in Colorado. Now where do I go?" She searched through her pockets. "Here it is." She went to the nearest phone and called the number Elena had given her. "Hello is Elena Stetson there?"
She waited only to hear. "I'm sorry Captain Stetson isn't answering her phone."
Summer hung up and grabbed her bags and called a cab. "Where to?" the driver asked.
"Cheyenne Mountain." Summer said as she closed the door.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 1000 hours - Elena's room
Kath and Jack sat in Elena's room watching her pace the floor. "Captain you're going to wear a hole in the floor." Kath said.
"I can't help it Kath. Frell I've got to find him. If that snake learns he left the base she'll go after him for sure."
"General Hammond is working on locating him now." Kath replied.
Just then Hammond walked in. "Any word sir?" Elena asked.
"Yes. Mr. Melrose just called."
"What did Billy say?"
"Lee came to see him and he told him to go do some thinking. I've sent some men to DC to find him and bring him back. Hammond stated.
"Any word on that traitor and the snake?" Kath asked
"Not yet but our people are still looking."
"Sir if she doesn't know that we're on to her wouldn't she be in court this evening?"
"Its possible sir." Kath stated. "After all she still thinks we're clueless as to her involvement."
"Good so we can get her at the court house this evening and clear you Captain." Hammond said.
"Then I take out Eva." Elena added
"And then we'll go find that husband of yours." Kath stated.
"There's no finding him if he doesn't want to be found. He was trained to stay hidden if needed, and once we take care of Eva and Wilmington he'll be out of danger. And frankly I'm not so sure I want to fid him right now."
"Elena what are you talking about? Of course you want to find him. He's jut upset and confused. Once we find him and show him the tape he'll see he was wrong and everything will be ok again." Jack said.
Before Elena could reply there was a knock on the door and a young officer walked in. "General Hammond sir there's a woman at the gate trying to force her way onto the base. She claims that she knows Captain Stetson."
"Did she say who she was?" Elena asked.
"She called herself Kamikaze." The officer replied.
"Kamikaze?" Hammond said confused.
"Sir you have to let her in." Elena pleaded. Hammond started to say something but Elena stopped him. "Sir she's my new agent. I met her in South America and believe me if she wants in she'll find a way."
"How?" Jack asked.
"Let's just say a minor version Kath when she loses her temper."
Hammond rushed out with the officer and Jack turned to Elena. "By your last comment do you mean she blows things up like Kath or more?"
"Summer also has gifts. That's one reason I've taken her under my wing."
"So I finally get to meet the girl that saved your butt." Kath teased.
"You know I couldn't have easily gotten away I just didn't want to expose my gifts to civilians." Elena replied.
"I know Captain. So how'd she get Kamikaze for a codename?"
"Well after her crazy stunt Uncle Robert..."
"Uncle Robert?" Jack interrupted.
"Col. Robert Clayton. Lee's uncle." Elena explained. "But he said he thought she was a Stetson because of her stunt and then made a comment about the Agency hiring Kamikazes and it just stuck."
A few moments later General Hammond returned with Summer who was held by tow guards. "Let me go you over grown guerillas!" Summer cried.
"Let her go men." Hammond ordered.
"About time." Summer said as they let her go.
"Still getting in trouble I see Kamikaze." Elena said as she stood.
"Elena!" Summer said excitedly as she rushed over to her friend... "I'm so glad you're ok."
Elena smiled and hugged her friend. "How did you know something was wrong?"
"I saw Lee at the Agency and he wouldn't tell me if you were ok." Summer replied.
"I see. Well Summer I have a few people I'd like you to meet. This is Col. Kathryn O'Neill my Commanding Officer."
"Hi Summer. Elena's told me some interesting things about you." Kath said shaking her hand.
"And this is her husband and another of my Commanding Officers, Col. Jack O'Neill." Elena indicated as she pointed to Jack
"Nice to meet ya." Jack said as he shook her hand.
"And you've already met the General. General Hammond, Kath, Jack this is Summer codename Kamikaze."
"Actually Lannie I've changed my name."
"When?"
"When I filled out the paper work to become an American citizen."
"So what's your new name?"
"Haruka Tenou."
Elena just smiled and nodded. "Figures." She turned to the others. "Could we have a few moments alone? I need to talk to Sum... uh Haruka about a few things."
The others nodded and Kath said, "Let me know when ya are ready for me to come back in." and she followed the other out the door.
"So what do we need to talk about Lannie?"
"Remember that long talk we had about your gifts?" "Yeah."
"Well Kath and I have the same gifts."
"You mean..."
Elena nodded and looked at a book on the shelf and it floated over to her. "Kath is much stronger than I am. And we're not the only ones with these gifts. Actually we have our own team of special people like you. I've talked it over with Kath and the others and we've decided to let you join." Elena closed her eyes and a moment later Kath walked in.
"Ya tell her?" Kath asked.
"Yeah I told her."
"So are you in?"
Haruka looked at them and smiled. "Of course!"
Elena smiled and hugged her friend. "Well girls I've got to get to court soon."
"yeah you do. I'll take her with me and introduce her to the rest of the gang." Kath said.
"Can I just stay her with you Lannie?" Haruka asked?
"Sure. I'll introduce you to the others later." Elena replied.
"Lannie..." Haruka smiled at her sweetly.
Elena smiled and pointed to a box. "Its in there Haruka."
Haruka excitedly grabbed the tape and turned on the TV. She sat on the floor and watched and sang along as the opening credits flashed by.
"You part is in the first episode." Elena said as she gathered her dress uniform and other garments.
Kath watched Haruka for a moment then turned to see Elena leaning against the wall holding her stomach. ~Ok Captain? ~ Kath asked telepathically.
~Yeah I'll be ok. ~ Elena pathed to her.
Kath nodded and turned to see a blonde girl in a sailor uniform hanging over a building. She smiled slightly knowing what Haruka was watching, and then walked out to go talk to Sam about the video file.
Elena sat on the bed holding her stomach. She concentrated on the pain until it was gone.
"Everything ok Lannie?" Haruka asked form her seat on the floor.
"No Haruka. There are a lot of things wrong."
Haruka stopped the tape and walked over to Elena. "What's wrong?"
"For starters I've lost the most important person in my life." Elena said as a tear made its way down her cheek.
"He's not lost Lannie." Haruka said sitting beside her. "I saw him at the Agency. We'll get him and straighten everything out."
"There's more Haruka. Only Kath knows and you have to swear not to say a word to anyone until I decide what to do."
"Sure I won't tell anybody. What is it?" Haruka asked.
Elena took Haruka's hand and placed it on her stomach. "Feel it?"
"Feel what?"
"A tiny life growing inside." Elena said.
"You mean..."
Elena nodded "Yes Haruka. I'm pregnant."
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 1100 hours - Sam's Lab
Kath walked in to find Sam and Jacob busy at work. "Hope you two are almost finished."
"Just about done Col." Jacob replied
"Good. We've got to get going soon. Has anyone seen the lawyers?"
"Yeah they were in the conference room a little while ago." Sam replied
"Have they seen this?"
"Not yet I was about to go get them." Jacob stated.
Kath nodded. "We need to show it to them before we leave for court."
"Wouldn't be a bad idea to get there early enough to show it to the judge. Jacob added.
"Show what to the judge?" Everyone turned to see Harm and Mac standing at the door.
"Something the two of you need to see as well." Kath said.
Sam put the tape in the VCR and played it for them.
Harm and Mac watched with shocked looks. When it was over Harm turned to Mac and said, "We've got our proof."
Military Court in Denver, Colorado: 1250 hours
Mac sat beside Elena with a slight smile on her face. She was glad this would all be over soon. There was still a half hour until court actually began, but they wanted to see the judge before hand about the new evidence.
Harm paced the floor nervously. "Where's the Admiral?"
"Right here." Admiral Parsons said as she walked into the court room. "Now what was so important that you needed to see me before court?"
"We have new evidence your honor." Harm said as he picked the tape up.
"Have you shown it to Lt. Colonel Wilmington?"
"No ma'am." Mac said as she stood. "That's the reason we needed to see you. This involves Lt. Col. Wilmington."
"We'd like to present it today and ask that all charges against our client be dropped." Harm added.
"Join me in my chambers." Admiral Parsons said as she walked to her chambers. Harm and Mac followed her carrying the tape and journal.
Elena watched as they walked into the other room. Mac had told her that they would probably call her into show the admiral there was no scar on her thigh. She really hoped everything would be over soon.
A few moments later Mac appeared at the door. "Elena."
Elena stood and walked to the judge's chamber.
Haruka sat in the court room alone. Elena had asked her to stay with Kath and the others but she insisted on staying by her side.
When she heard the door open Haruka turned to see a tall blonde officer walk in. The officer walked to the front of the room and set her things on the table on the right side of the room and then turned to Haruka. "Court doesn't start for another fifteen minutes. You're not allowed in here for another ten minutes."
"Sod off! I'm waiting for Captain Stetson." Haruka replied.
Wilmington raised an eyebrow. "Really? And just what is the Captain doing here so early?"
"That's none of your business." Haruka said as she glared at Wilmington.
Just then Elena, Harm, Mac, and Admiral Parsons walked in. "Admiral was there a meeting that I was unaware of?" Wilmington asked.
"Lt. Col. MacKenzie and Commander Rhabb were just informing me of new evidence they wish to present today." Admiral Parsons replied.
"And when will I be able to see this evidence?" Wilmington asked.
"When I present it." Mac replied. "Based on my new evidence I'm going to ask that all charges against my client be dropped."
"Then I should see this evidence before court is in session." Wilmington said turning to the Admiral.
"After reviewing the evidence I've decided to allow Lt. Col. MacKenzie to present the evidence." Admiral Parsons said. "Now prepare yourselves. Court will start in ten minutes." She walked off and stopped to say something to the guard.
Wilmington watched the guard nervously as he radioed someone and then opened the door and allowed people to enter the court room.
Elena smiles as she watched Wilmington sweat. She could see the guilt all over her face. 'Soon you'll get what you deserve.' Elena thought to herself.
"Lannie."
Elena turned to face Haruka. "Yeah 'Ruka?"
"They going to drop the charges?"
Elena nodded. "With the evidence Jacob found I don't see why they wouldn't."
"Then we can go find Lee!" Haruka said excitedly.
Elena just turned her head.
Kath, Jack, Lizzy, Steph, Sam, Daniel, Jonas, Charles, Janet, and Teal'c walked in and sat behind Elena. Kath glared over at Wilmington and her eyes darkened.
"Easy Love." Jack whispered.
"We'll let the courts handle her." Lizzy said.
"After we're through with her." Kath stated. "She's going to tell her where that snake is."
As the court room filled with people Wilmington looked around nervously. 'They're up to something' she thought.
"All rise." The guard stated as Admiral Parsons entered the court room.
Admiral Parsons took her seat and looked to Mac. "Lt. Col. MacKenzie call your first witness."
"I call Captain Elena Stetson to the stand." Mac said as she stood.
Elena walked to the front of the room and was sworn in once again. "Captain Stetson have you read Dr. Snider's journal?"
"The first half." Elena replied. "I couldn't handle anymore than that."
"Would you please tell the court what was in the journal that you couldn't handle?"
"The gory details of an affair that never occurred."
"Captain do you have a birthmark on the underside of your right arm?" Mac asked.
"Yes I do." Elena responded.
"And do you have a scar on your inner thigh?"
"No I don't."
"I'd like to bring an entry in the late doctor's journal to the court's attention." Mac opened the journal to a marked page. "On June 22 Dr. Snider wrote 'I've found that more goes on at the base than just research. Elena is involved with some type of field work. All she would tell me about the scar on her inner thigh was that a beam fell on her while in the field'." Mac turned to Elena. "Captain did you ever receive such an injury?"
"A beam did fall on my leg, but I didn't receive a scar from it."
"Objection!" Wilmington yelled as she jumped up. "I fail to see the importance of a scare and how do we know there's no scar?"
Admiral Parsons banged her gavel. "Over ruled. I have examined the Captain and there is no scar."
"But what's the relevance of it your honor?"
"If Dr. Snider lied about one thing the whole journal could be fiction." Admiral Parsons replied. "Now sit down Lt. Col." She then turned to Mac. "Continue Lt. Col. MacKenzie."
"No further questions you honor." Mac stated before she sat back down beside Harm.
"Lt. Col. Wilmington do you wish to re-examine the defendant?" Admiral Parsons asked.
"No your honor." Wilmington replied.
"You may step down Captain." Admiral Parsons said before looking at Mac. "Lt. Col. Please call your next witness."
"I call General Jacob Carter to the stand." Mac said as she walked to the front of the room. Jacob approached the bench and was sworn in. "General Carter do you know the defendant?"
"Yes I do."
"Would you please tell the court how you know her?"
"She works with my daughter, Samantha, at the base." Jacob replied.
"Have you two ever met? Or do you just know her through Major Carter?"
"We've worked together before."
Mac nodded. "And how did you become involved with this case?"
"Well some of my people heard of activity from suspects we were monitoring and I was informed of a link to the base. I arrived at Cheyenne Mountain soon after to find Captain Stetson accused of murder."
"And what did you do when you found out?"
"I returned to see if my people had gathered any information that might help."
"And had they?" Mac asked as she walked over to the table.
"Yes they had a recording of our suspects."
A guard brought in a television and plugged it up. Mac grabbed the tape from the table and walked to the TV. "I'd now like to show that recording." She placed it in the VCR and hit play. As the tape played several officers appeared at the exits.
Recognizing the scene Wilmington looked around panicking as she saw no way to escape. She jumped up quickly trying her best to save herself. "Objection! Your honor this has to be a mistake."
"No mistake your honor." Mac said as the guards approached Wilmington.
Seeing Wilmington on the tape the people in the courtroom got extremely loud. Admiral Parsons banged her gavel. "Order in the court!"
"You honor I ask that all charges against my client be dropped."
"Based on the evidence presented all charges against Captain Stetson are dropped. Arrest her and take her away officers." Admiral Parsons stated firmly.
"What? This can't be! What are the charges?"
"Tampering with evidence and a possible charge of murder!" Admiral Parsons stated.
The guards took Wilmington away screaming. "You'll never get away with it! My queen will free me!"
"I hear by drop all charges against Captain Stetson. Court adjourned!" Admiral Parsons banged her gavel and the walked out.
Elena smiled and stood and hugged Harm and Mac. "Thank you so much."
"Don't mention it Captain." Harm said smiling. "Now you just go straighten things out with that husband of yours."
Elena nodded slightly and turned to the others. "Well gang let's get to work." Elena and the others headed out and returned to base.
Harm watched as Elena left then turned to Mac. "I think she'll be ok."
"Yeah I agree Harm. I just hope she can fix things with Lee."
"So do I." Harm replied "So what do ya say we go get something to eat and then head back to Virginia?"
"Sounds like a plan to me Commander." Mac replied as she grabbed her things.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 1400 hours- Briefing room
Once all of SG1 and SG2 were seated in the briefing room General Hammond spoke, "Well it's good to have this all over. Jacob thanks for all your help."
"Don't mention it George. Just glad I could help. Now I better get back and check in with the Tok'ra high council."
"I understand." Hammond replied. "I'll walk you to the gate." He and Jacob left and headed for the Stargate.
Kath looked around. "Well now we got to take care of a certain snake."
"Wrong Kath." Elena said as she looked up. "I've got to take care of the snake."
"Lannie what's a snake got to do with this?" Haruka asked.
"I'll let the other explain Haruka. First I should introduce ya to the rest of the gang." Elena stated. She introduce them all to Haruka then stood and looked at Kath and pathed her and waited for a reply.
Kath nodded slightly "Well first we have to get the location from that traitor she should be here soon. Why don't you get some rest Elena? We'll take care of Haruka and show her around the base."
Elena nodded and turned to Haruka. "Stay out of trouble 'Ruka."
"But Lannie..."
"No buts. I'm ok just need a little rest. Go on Kath might even give ya a little target practice." Elena said with a smile before she returned to her room that was no longer guarded by an Airman. She sat on the bed and grabbed the phone and called the Agency hoping Billy had heard from Lee.
Apartment some where in Georgetown Virginia: 1700 hours
Lee laid on the couch with an empty bottle in his hand. He hadn't left the apartment after Ned drove him there after he got drunk at the bar. At the moment being drunk was the best solution Lee could find for his troubles. The phone hadn't stopped ringing all day, but he had solved that quite easily; he took the phone off the hook. Right now he didn't want to talk to anyone, especially not about Elena. How could he go back? Weather it was true or not he ran out on her. How could he face her now after abandoning her when she needed him the most?
As he sat up and placed the empty bottle on the table there was a knock on the door. Lee groaned and stood and walked over to the door and looked through the peep hole to see Billy standing there. "Billy I don't want to talk."
"Scarecrow open the door. We have to talk." Billy said with a hint of urgency in his voice. "Lee I just got an update on Elena."
Fearing the worse Lee quickly opened the door and let Billy in. "What is it Billy? Is she ok?"
Billy looked at his friend and the terrible state he was in. He hadn't shaved, his clothes were a mess and it was apparent from the smell that Lee had been drinking. "She's fine Lee. I talked to her a little while ago. The charges have been dropped."
Lee sighed with relief. "So who did kill the doc?"
"I don't know Lee. Why don't you call her and ask her. She didn't give me all the details. She wanted to know if you were ok. She misses you and wants to see you."
Lee ran his fingers through his hair and sat down. "I can't Billy."
"Of course you can Lee."
"No I can't! Damn it how can I go back now?" Lee looked up at Billy almost at the point of tears. "Billy I ran out on her. I didn't even know if it was true, but I ran. I ran like a scared chicken. How can I face her after that?" He looked to Billy for an answer.
"It won't be easy Lee but you have to." Billy said. "If you don't you'll regret it the rest of you life." Billy turned to leave. "You know where I am if you need me Lee." He said before he walked out the door.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 1730 hours- Elena's room
Elena sat on the bed and tried calling Lee for the 20th time and once again got a busy signal. She wasn't even sure if he was at the apartment, but she was sure he'd taken the phone off the hook. He'd done that before but never because he didn't want to talk to her. She hung up the phone and then called Billy again only to hear "I'm sorry Mr. Melrose is out of the office. Can I take a message?"
"No that's ok. I'll call back later." Elena said before hanging up. She laved back on the bed and sighed. "Why won't he talk to me?"
Just then Kath walked in. "Elena. The traitor's here."
Elena jumped up and followed Kath to the holding cell. They walked in to find Wilmington tied to a chair. "You! You'll pay for this! My Queen will save me."
"You're Queen will die at my hands!" Elena cried. "Now where is that snake!"
"I'll never tell the likes of you."
"Wrong answer!" Kath said before slapping her. "Now the Captain asked you a question. You can tell us what we want to know or we'll just have to take the information from you!"
"I'll never tell you!"
"Fine we'll do it the fun way." Elena replied as her eyes darkened.
"Remember we're leaving her to the courts you two. So don't go over board." Steph said as she walked in seeing the blood on Wilmington's face.
"We know but that doesn't mean we can toss her around a bit." Kath said with a grin.
"Wait what? You can't I have rights! I demand to see a lawyer!" Wilmington cried.
"Oh now you want a lawyer?" Elena asked as walked to her. "A moment ago you were crying for your frelling snake!"
"So which is it? Do you want your snake or a lawyer?" Kath asked as her eyes darkened and she scanned Wilmington.
"Alright I'll talk just get me a lawyer."
"First tell us where the snake is." Steph said.
"She's at the old Whiskers plant." Wilmington stated. "I've told you what you want now please let me go."
"She's telling the truth." Kath stated.
"Hmmm figures Sekhmet would hide at a Cat food plant." Elena said as she turned to leave.
Kath, Elena, and Steph walked to the briefing room where the rest of SG1 and SG2 were waiting. "She's at the old cat food plant." Elena said taking her seat.
"Then let's gear up and go get her." Lizzy said.
"People be sure and get all the Jaffa and try not to make such a mess this time." Hammond stated.
"Sir I'd rather go alone. This is personal."
"All the more reason for us to go with you." Daniel said.
"Yeah Space Monkey's right Elena. You're anger for Eva will cloud your head and you'll focus only on her and that'll leave you open to the Jaffa." Jack added.
"Jack's right." Jonas said, "Let's us go and handle the Jaffa and watch your back while you take care of Sekhmet.
"It would be most wise Captain." Teal'c stated. "Sekhmet was a very deadly Goa'lud it is very likely that she will have set a trap in which she plans to kill us all."
General Hammond nodded. "They're right Elena. So no I'm not letting you go alone. Now gear up and handle the Goa'lud. Dismissed."
They all nodded and headed to the armory.
Old Whiskers Plant, Colorado: 1800 hours
Upon arriving at the plant Elena started scanning the building. She could detect at least 20 beings inside and the eerie feeling that made the hair on the back of her neck stand straight up told her that Teal'c was right. It was a trap.
"Kath..."
"I know Elena. They're waiting for us." Kath replied as she climbed out of the van.
The rest of SG1 and SG2 climbed out of the van and made their way to the door. After they left another person climbed out. "They're not leaving me behind this time." Haruka said as she made her way to the door.
Just inside the door Kath turned to Jack. "Might be best if we split up"
Jack nodded in agreement. "Take your team and go that way. I'll head this way with my team."
Kath lead SG2 around the left side of the building while Jack took SG1 around the right side.
Elena scanned the area. "There's five Jaffa up ahead."
"Correction, there were five Jaffa up ahead." Kath said with a grin.
They continued walking and soon found the five Jaffa lying dead on the ground. "Show off." Steph mumbled to herself.
It wasn't long before they heard shots from the other side of the plant. "Sounds like Jack found the Jaffa." Lizzy said
"Yeah." Kath said. When the shots stopped she radioed Jack. "Everything ok?"
"Yeah we ran into five Jaffa. Be on the look out there may be some waiting for you." Jack radioed back.
Kath just grinned. "Ten-four over and out."
As SG1 and SG2 made their way around the building Haruka made her way in and headed straight down the middle of the plant. She managed to avoid being seen by the Jaffa, which was good seeing she was unarmed. Just as she reached the front of the plat and spotted Sekhmet she was hit with a Zat.
The Jaffa drugged her to Sekhmet. "Shall I kill her, my queen?"
"No." Sekhmet said with a smile. "She may come in handy." As Kath and SG2 rounded the corner they spotted SG1 on the other side of the room. Jack waved signaling them to move in. Kath nodded and signaled her team to move in.
The two teams moved in and searched but found nothing but a flight of stairs. They climbed up them and slowly and silently they moved in scanning the area. "Keep your eyes open." Jack said, "She could be anywhere."
"Looking for me?" a voice came from above.
They turned and looked up but saw nothing. "I think she's scared." Elena said.
"You're right Captain. She thinks she's a big bad tiger, but she's just a little scaredy cat." Kath replied as they looked around trying to find her.
"Foolish Tauri. Did you think you could just walk in here and kill me?" Sekhmet said laughing.
"That was the plan." Steph said.
"How could fools such as you cause so many problems for the system lords?" Sekhmet said.
"Why don't you come out here and let us show you!" Elena cried.
Sekhmet appeared before them grinning. "Here I am."
"And now you go." Elena said as she fired her gun.
The bullets just bounced off her force field. Sekhmet laughed. "You really are pathetic."
"I'm just getting started." Elena said as her eyes darkened.
"I'd do as I tell you to." Sekhmet said. "That is if you want you little friend to live."
Just then two Jaffa carried Haruka out from behind a box. "Elena! Don't do it!"
Elena looked at Kath who nodded "On the count of three."
"Three!" Elena and Kath cried together. The Jaffa fell on the floor and Elena rushed to grab Haruka, but Sekhmet fired an energy wave at Haruka that sent her flying toward the window.
Elena dove and grabbed her hand just before she hit the window and went flying out of it. Elena held on tight and started pulling Haruka up.
Kath turned to Sekhmet. "Big mistake snake!" Kath waved her hand and Sekhmet flew against the wall.
Jack rushed over to help Elena who was having trouble pulling Haruka up. "Haruka I think you eat too many sweets." Elena said as she grabbed Haruka's other hand.
"I never listen to that kind of talk outside of a bed." Haruka said as she tried pulling herself up.
Jack reached out and helped Elena pull Haruka back into the window and then looked at the both of them confused. "Want to explain that comment?"
"Later Jack." Elena said as she walked over to Kath.
"She's all yours Captain." Kath said. "I'll hold her there for you."
"Thanks Kath." Elena said. She then stretched out her hand and Sekhmet's hand device flew to Elena's hand and Elena placed it on.
"Fool you can't use that!" Sekhmet cried.
"Oh really?" Elena walked over to her and held her hand up. The device turned on and a yellow light appeared on Sekhmet head.
"What's that?" Haruka asked Jack.
"That would be a Goa'lud hand device. It's used to torture or kill the victim." Jack replied.
Haruka watched as Elena tortured Sekhmet. "Does she do that often?"
"Actually until now I didn't know Elena could even use that thing." Jack replied.
"Yeah she's never been that strong before." Jonas added.
"We're both full of surprises." Kath said with a grin.
"And what does that mean?" Jack asked confused.
They both turned as they heard Sekhmet scream in pain. Elena lowered her hand. "Not yet Eva. You're going to die a slow a painful death."
"Guess we better just sit down and watch." Steph said as she sat on a box.
Haruka looked at her confused. "Why?"
"We're going to be here a while." Charles replied.
"When ever Kath or Elena says they're going to kill them slowly they mean slowly." Daniel stated.
Elena walked to where Kath was standing. "Let her go Kath."
"What?" Kath asked unsure of Elena's plan.
"Release your hold on her." Elena said as her eyes turned completely black.
Kath nodded and Sekhmet fell to the floor. Elena turned and smiled as Sekhmet flew up and hit the ceiling then landed back on the floor. "That was for being a KGB."
"Lannie?"
Elena turned to see Haruka looking at her confused and almost frightened. "I had hoped you wouldn't have to see me like this."
"Lannie why are you're eyes black?"
"This is what happens when I lose my temper. I should have known I couldn't hide this from you for long. Don't be afraid." Elena said.
Kath walked over to Haruka. "You have to understand that with our gifts we have great powers and our tempers only strengthen that. Elena and I both are still growing stronger."
"It takes a while to get used to, but it's not that bad actually." Jack said.
"I promise I'll explain everything that you don't understand later Haruka. Right now I just need to take care of Sekhmet."
"Does Lee know?"
"Yeah he knows." Elena said with a slight smile. "In fact he's the only thing that has helped me control all of this. If it wasn't for him I might have given up long ago."
Sekhmet slowly stood and tried to run while they were distracted. Elena turned to her and she flew back against the wall. "Where do you think you're going?"
"Elena...." Haruka started but she was cut off by Jack's hand on her shoulder.
"Just let her handle this." He said gently knowing this wasn't easy for her to see Elena like this.
"Jack, get her out of here." Elena said.
"Elena..." Lizzy started.
"I mean it! Get her out of here. I don't want her to see me like this." Elena turned to Jack. "Please Jack get her out of here."
Kath turned to Jack. "I'll send you and the others out to the van. Elena and I can handle this."
Before any of them could protest Kath teleported them to the van.
"Thanks Kath." Elena said before turning back to Sekhmet. Elena took her field knife out. "Recognize this? This is the knife you killed Snider with. My knife! You frelling snake!" The knife flew from Elena's hand and hit Sekhmet in the right shoulder going all the way through and pinning her to the wall.
Sekhmet cried out in pain. "Please, stop. Help me!" She cried out as the host took over.
"Hello Eva."
Still in control for the moment, Eva looked up. "Mandy. Oh Mandy you have to help me."
"The frell I will!" Elena yelled as the knife in Eva's shoulder twisted slowly. "After all you've done you really think I would help you?"
Eva's eyes glowed as Sekhmet took control again. "You'll pay for this!"
"Yeah right." Another knife hit Sekhmet and dug into the bone. "Before I'm done with you you'll be begging for mercy."
20 minutes later
Elena and Kath walked out their eyes were now back to their normal colors.
"Dead?" Jack asked.
"Yeah she's dead." Elena replied.
Jack nodded and walked over to Kath. "We'll get a team here to clean up the mess."
Elena walked over to where Haruka was sitting. "You ok Haruka?"
Haruka just nodded and looked at Elena unsure of what to say.
"About what happened in there..."
"It's ok Elena. Lizzy and Steph explained it to me. I think I understand now." Haruka replied.
"Good. Like I said that's only when I lose my temper. It hasn't happened that often but its getting to be more frequent." Elena put her hand on Haruka's shoulder. "Come on, let's head back to the base."
Jack watched as Elena and Haruka got in the Van. "Why do I get the feeling they aren't going to explain that comment to me?"
Kath just laughed and kissed Jack and then got in the van. Jack scratched his head and then got in and they drove back to the base.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2000 hours- briefing room
Hammond looked around at his teams. "Well people the Goa'lud has been taken care of and the charges against Captain Stetson have been dropped. All of you are to take two weeks of vacation."
"On or off base sir?" Elena asked.
"Off base as long as Dr. Fraser clears you." Hammond replied. "Good work everyone."
"Thank you Sir." Kath stated.
"Dismissed." Hammond said. They all stood and walked out.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2015 hours- Elena's room
Elena packed a bag quickly wanting to be able to leave as soon as Janet cleared her. Just as she zipped her bag there was a knock on the door. Elena quickly placed her bag under the bed. "Come in."
Haruka walked in and closed the door. "Where are you going Elena?"
"Well after doc clears me I was going home." Elena replied.
"Why do I get the feeling your not telling me the truth Lannie?"
Elena sighed. "Can't fool you can I 'Ruka?" Haruka shook her head. "I'm leaving for a while."
"Where?"
"Think I'll go visit an old friend." Elena replied.
"I'll go with you." Haruka said as she sat on the bed.
"No Haruka. You better stay here. I just want to get away and think a few things over."
"Like what to do about Lee?"
"That and a few other things." Elena said as she sat down. "Now promise me something Haruka."
"Sure what is it Lannie?"
"Promise me you won't tell anyone I'm not going home. I just want to be alone for a while and I can't do that if everyone knows where I am."
"I won't tell anyone if you let me go with you." Haruka said.
"Haruka..."
"If you make me stay here I'll tell everyone you've gone and you'll get no peace. Besides you don't need to go anywhere alone in your condition."
Elena looked at her. "You're a tough negotiator."
"I learned from the best." Haruka said with a grin.
"And just who taught you to negotiate like that?"
"You and Lee."
Elena nodded and stood. "Well better go see Janet. The sooner I let her poke and probe the sooner we can leave.
Haruka hopped up and walked Elena to the infirmary.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2030 hours- Hammond's Office
Hammond sat at his desk reading over reports when Harm and Mac appeared at the door. Harm knocked gently on the door.
Hammond looked up form the reports. "Come in Lt. Col, Commander."
Harm and Mac walked in. "We just wanted to let you know we were heading back to Virginia." Mac said.
Hammond nodded. "Well all of us here really appreciated your help."
"Just doing our jobs Sir." Harm stated.
"Tell AJ I owe him one." Hammond said.
"Will do Sir." Harm said as he held out his hand to Hammond. "It was a pleasure to meet you and your teams."
Hammond nodded. "You two are welcome to come back and visit any time. As long as it's just to visit." Hammond said with a smile.
"Understood Sir." Mac said as they headed out the door.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2045 hours- Infirmary
"Well everything looks ok Captain." Dr. Janet Fraiser said. "Just need to wait for your test results."
"So I can leave?" Elena asked.
"As soon as I get your results."
Elena sighed she knew that those results would tell Janet that she was with child and Janet would never let her leave the base if she knew and she'd surely tell Hammond and the others.
"There is one thing Captain."
"And that is?"
"You've gained a little weight since the last time I examined you. Any reason for that?"
"Uh... well doc I've been in a holding cell for a while and I usually run every morning and exercise daily and I haven't been able to do that lately." Elena told her. It was the truth but not the complete truth.
Janet nodded. "Alright. Well why don't you go work out while we wait for those results." Janet said before walking away.
Elena turned to Haruka. "Come on let's follow the docs orders." Elena said with a wink as she hopped off the table and walked out.
Haruka followed her confused. They walked back to Elena's room and Elena opened the door and the bag under her bed floated to her hand. She then closed the door and headed down the hall. "Thought we were following orders?"
"We are." Elena stopped in front of a hatch and looked to be sure no one was around and then opened the hatch. "Climb up. Hurry!"
Haruka took the bag and climbed up the ladder. Elena climber up behind her and the hatch closed behind her. The tiny screw that had held the hatch closed floated up from the floor and sealed the hatch closed once more.
Kath stepped out from where she had been watching and smiled. "Be careful Captain." She said before she turned and walked down the hall.
Once Haruka reached the top of the ladder Elena helped her opened the hatch. They climbed out and raced through the woods and stopped at the road. "What's going on Elena? Why are we running?"
"Shh! I need to concentrate." Elena said as she sat down and closed her eyes. Haruka watched her full of curiosity. Elena reached in her pocket and pulled out a set of car keys. Haruka watched as they floated to a black Jeep and the door opened. Soon the Jeep started and moved towards the gate.
The guards at the gate pulled their guns and started shouting as the Jeep pulled up to the gate with out a driver. Suddenly their guns flew out of their hands and the gate opened. The Jeep rolled out and headed towards Elena and Haruka's location, and the gate closed behind it.
When the Jeep reached their location Elena opened her eyes, which were pitch black. "Lannie?"
"I'm ok Haruka." Elena said as she stood. As she started to walk to the Jeep se nearly fell.
Haruka rushed to her side and helped her. "Easy Elena." Haruka grabbed the bag and helped Elena to the passenger side. "I'll drive. You rest."
Elena nodded and climbed into the Jeep. She laid her head back and closed her eyes and waited for Haruka to get in the driver's side.
"Where to?" Haruka asked as she buckled her seat belt.
"The airport." Elena said with her eyes still closed. "Just make sure to remind me to call and leave a message for Space Monkey."
"For what?"
"To let him know he can pick his Jeep up at the airport."
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2100 hours- Infirmary
Janet sat at her desk reading over test results when John and Aeryn walked in. "Eh what's up doc?" John Crichton said as he helped Aeryn sit on the table.
Janet stood and grabbed a folder. "Got your results right here Aeryn. I'm not completely sure about your specie's anatomy but from what I can tell everything's fine."
Aeryn smiled. "That's good to hear."
"Yeah it is." John said before he kissed his wife.
Just then a nurse walked over. "Here are the results over Captain Stetson's tests Doctor." She said as she handed Janet a folder.
"Thank you." Janet took the folder and opened it. "You two are free to go for now. I'll see you in a month for your next checkup."
"Alright thanks doc." John said.
As they started walking out Janet said, "And if you see Elena tell her I've got the results."
"Will do doc." John said as he waved his hand over his shoulder.
Janet sat down and started reading over Elena's file. "Well this explains a few things." Janet said to herself.
When she heard a knock on the door she turned to see Daniel standing there. "Uh... Janet by any chance have you seen my keys?"
"No I'm sorry Daniel I haven't seen them." Janet replied.
"Oh ok. Well if you see a set of keys let me know."
"SG1 and SG2 report to the briefing room." Hammond said over the intercom.
"Now what?" Daniel said as he headed out the door.
"Wait Daniel. I'll go with you. I need to speak with Elena. "Janet said as she followed Daniel.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2115 hours- briefing room
When Daniel and Janet arrived in the briefing room everyone, but Kath and Elena, was already in the room and seated. Daniel took his seat and turned to Hammond.
"Sir after you're finished I have an announcement." Janet said. Then she noticed Elena wasn't there. "Where's Elena?"
"And where's Kath?" Jack asked.
"Well this explains a few things." Hammond said
"What do you mean sir?" Lizzy asked.
"Well the guards at the front gate reported that a Jeep drove up with no driver. When they drew their guns they flew out of their hands and the gate opened and the Jeep drove out with the gate closing behind it."
"Sir was it a black Jeep?"
"Yes."
"I was afraid of that." Daniel said. "They stole my Jeep."
"Why would Kath and Elena steal your Jeep Space Monkey?" Steph asked.
"I had nothing to do with it." Kath said as she walked in.
"Col. what's going on?" Hammond demanded.
"Sorry I'm late Sir. I was monitoring Elena." Kath said. "She's gone to visit an old friend. She'll be fine Haruka went with her."
"But why steal my Jeep?"
"And why sneak off the base?" Charles asked.
"Because she knew doc wouldn't clear her and she would tell all of you of her condition." Kath sated.
"You knew?" Janet asked.
"Wait a minute knew what?" Jack asked confused.
"Elena's pregnant." Kath stated. "She didn't want you all to know yet. She's going through a lot right now and just wants time alone to think things over."
"So she just left?" John asked.
"Well if Haruka's with her at least she's not alone." Hammond stated. "Who is she going to see Kath?"
"Sir I'd rather not say." Kath replied.
"And why is that?" he asked.
"Well Sir she knew I was watching her. She kept one though running through her mind. 'I just want to be alone for a while' Sir I know where she is and I think we should just give her some time." Kath said.
Hammond nodded "Alright Kath we'll give her time, but what about Dr. Jackson's Jeep?"
Just then an Airman walked in. "Sorry to interrupt Sir."
"What is it Airman?"
"I have a message for Dr. Jackson." The Airman replied handing Daniel a piece of paper.
"What is it Daniel?" Lizzy asked.
"It's from Elena. 'Space Monkey, thanks for the Jeep. Sorry I couldn't ask you first. Just needed to get away for a while. You can pick your Jeep up at the airport. Key's are under the fender on the left side. Thanks, Space Fox. P.S. tell the others not to follow me' Well that answers my question" Daniel said.
"So we're just letting her go?" Sam asked
"What else can we do?" Lizzy asked.
"Am I the only one curious about why Haruka was the one to run off with Elena?" Jack asked
Everyone looked at each other then replied "Yes." In unison.
Jack just nodded and sighed. "What about Lee?"
"Yeah if Elena's not going to find him shouldn't one of us get him?" Sam asked.
"Do any of you know how to find him?" Hammond asked.
"I do." Jacob said as he walked in.
"Jacob thought you went to report back to the Tok'ra council?" John said.
"I did. They asked me to come back and check on the status of Sekhmet." Jacob replied.
"She's dead." Kath stated.
"So I've heard."
"Now you said you could find Lee. How?" Hammond inquired.
"Just trust me George. I'll find him."
"Want us to go with you?" Charles asked.
"No that's alright. You take your vacations. I'll find Lee and bring him back here." Jacob said.
"Jacob be sure to tell Lee Elena's with child." Janet said.
"I will." Jacob replied. He then closed his eyes and Salmek took over. "Is anyone going after Elena?"
"No." Kath stated firmly. "She's to be left alone. She'll come back when she's ready. If we go after her she'll just keep running."
Salmek nodded. "I believe it would be wise not to tell Elena I've gone to get Lee if she should return before I find him."
"Agreed." Kath and Hammond said in unison.
"Good luck finding him." Charles said. Jacob nodded and left.
A plane headed for California: 2200 hours
Elena starred out the window watching the clouds go by. She wasn't sure how she'd explain things to the gang, but then maybe she wouldn't have to.
"Elena..." Haruka said interrupting her thoughts.
Elena turned to her. "Yeah Haruka?"
"Where are we going?"
"To visit some old friends of mine."
"Where at?"
"Well my Friend has a ranch in California and the other work there."
"Who's the one that owns the Ranch?" Haruka asked.
"His name is Johnathan Thomas Hope."
Captain Stetson's house, Colorado Springs: 2000 hours
Lee, still upset, packed some things in his bag and grabbed the phone. "Hello when is the next flight to DC?" He waited for an answer then said, "I'd like one ticket for that flight." After taking care of the details for the ticket he hung up and finished packing.
As he walked to the closet to grab his jacket, he stopped and looked at the photo that sat on the dresser. It was a picture of Lee and Elena on their last vacation. If you were to just look you would think they went to Egypt or some other desert country, but they actually spent two weeks with Daniel and Lizzy on Abydos, the planet that Daniel lived on for a year. Lee picked the picture up and smiled slightly remembering how excited Skarra was when they asked him to take the picture. He'd never seen a camera before and it took a while to explain to him how to use it. The picture was a little crooked but it was it was pretty good for a boy who was taking his very first photo.
Lee placed the photo back on the dresser and grabbed his jacket. He sat on the bed and ran his hand through his hair. "What am I going to do?" As much as he didn't want to believe it he just couldn't erase all doubt from his mind. The descriptions were just too detailed to not be true. If it wasn't true how did Snider know about Elena's birthmark and that scar?
His heart told him to listen to her and run back to her right then and there. Every bone in his body yearned to hold her. He wished more than anything he could just forget about the journal and Dr. Percy Snider. But as much as his heart and body ached and yearned his mind wouldn't let him go back to the base. He'd learned the hard way that his heart wasn't always right.
Before Elena he had only really love one woman, Eva. She broke his heart and married another man. Years later when their paths crossed again he discovered that she was working for the KGB. She had been one of them all along and marrying the guy was just another assignment.
Lee had never run from anything in his life until now. He didn't like it, but he didn't want to hurt Elena. He wanted to kick himself for the way he yelled at her and accused her of things that he couldn't completely believe much less prove. So he decided to run back to DC. Maybe after things calmed down he and Elena could work things out.
Lee stood and grabbed his things and headed to the airport.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2030 hours - Elena's room
Elena came to and found herself on the floor. Her head was throbbing and her stomach was tossing and turning. She sat up and looked around. "What happened?" She said to herself. She remembered fighting with Lee, and him running out.
"Something's not right" She said as she slowly stood and held her aching head. She sat on the bed and rubbed her stomach.
"Could it be that I'm..." Elena said aloud to herself. "If I go to Janet she'll poke and probe and shine that frelling pen light in my eyes. I feel bad enough without her mashing on things and asking if it hurts."
She stood and felt dizzy and sat back down, feeling sick in her stomach. She laid back and hugged a pillow. "What am I going to do?" she asked as her eyes began to tear.
"I'm on trial for a murder I didn't commit; my own husband thinks I had an affair with the man I supposedly murdered and now this." She hugged the pillow tighter and cried.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2035 hours
Mean while Kath, Harm, Mac, and General Hammond were looking for Lee. Kath met up with Hammond in the hall. "Any luck sir?" Kath asked.
"Yeah he left the base." Hammond replied.
"What!"
"That's what I said."
They walked to Hammond's office and Kath paced the room. "I don't believe it! How could he leave her?"
"I don't know colonel." Hammond replied.
"So where the frell did he go?" Kath asked.
"Home I guess. I've sent someone to check and bring him here if they find him. "Hammond replied.
Kath continued pacing. "God did he even talk to her?"
"I don't know. We better go check on her."
Kath nodded and they walked to Elena's room. "Airman has Lee been to see Elena today?"
"Yes ma'am."
"General Hammond sir maybe it would be best if I went in first. She's probably upset." Kath said.
"I agree." Hammond replied. "I'll go and check on locating Lee." Kath nodded and watched him leave.
Kath knocked on the door before she entered. "Elena." Kath called. She looked around but didn't see her anywhere. "Elena." she called again. This time she heard a sound form the bathroom and then saw Elena walk out leaning on the wall for support.
"Whoa Captain." Kath said as she rushed over to her, and walked her to the bed.
"He's gone isn't he?" was the first thing Elena said.
"Yeah he left the base."
"No it's more than that Kath. He left town and state."
"What are you talking about?" Kath asked.
"He went back to DC."
"How do you know that?"
"The same way I know Sam's at the door."
At that moment Sam walked in. "Everything ok?"
"No Sam. Nothing is ok." Elena cried.
Sam shut the door and rushed over to Kath and Elena. "What's wrong?
"He's gone back to DC."
"You're getting stronger Captain." was all Kath said.
"Why would he do that?" Sam asked
"He read the journal and apparently believed the dren Snider wrote in it." Kath replied trying not to lose her temper.
Then there was a knock on the door. Sam opened it and an officer told her she was needed in the Gate room. "I'll be back." she said before she left.
Kath stood and started pacing. "You're right Captain."
"About what?"
"The reason you fainted." Kath replied as she sat back down.
Elena nodded. "I was afraid that was what you meant."
"I figured you'd be happy."
"How can I be now?"
Before Kath could reply General Hammond came over the intercom. "SG1 SG2 report to the briefing room."
Kath sighed, "I'll be back"
"Its Jacob isn't it?"
"Yeah it is. I just hope he has some good news." Kath said before she walked out the door.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2100 hours - Briefing room
Kath was the last to arrive. General Hammond, Jack, Daniel, Lizzy, Steph, Kawalsky, Teal'c, Jonas, and Sam were all seated in their usual places while Jacob stood at the front of the room. "You had better have some good news Jacob." Kath said as she took her seat.
"I do Kath. How's Elena?" Jacob asked.
"Not so good dad." Sam replied.
"Terrible would be a better description." Kath said. "Lee's gone back to DC."
Jacob, Lizzy, Daniel Jack and Steph all began to mutter things.
"Alright people." General Hammond said. Everyone quieted down and he continued, "I know how you feel but we'll take care of that later. First Jacob has something to show you."
Jacob nodded. "I'll let Salmek explain." He closed his eyes and bowed his head as his symbiote took control. "Greetings everyone. One of our operatives managed to slip into Sekhmet's ranks and sent us this recording." He pulled a device from his pocket and an image started playing.
Sekhmet sat on here throne as her servants fanned her and fed her grapes. One servant walked to her and bowed, "My Queen she has returned."
Sekhmet's eyes glowed and she smiled, "Good bring her to me."
"Yes my Queen." He bowed and walked to the door.
A tall woman walked in and bowed down before Sekhmet. "Have you succeeded?" Sekhmet asked.
"Almost my Queen. At this moment the bonds between them is beginning to weaken."
"Good. Very Good. I assume the Captain's husband will be the first to die."
"Yes my Queen. It won't be long before he leaves the base. And when he does..."
"And when he does. I will enjoy making him my slave." Sekhmet said before laughing evilly. "Now go. Break the bond between the Captain and her Colonel. Those two are the ones to worry about. They know how to use our technology and from what I've heard they can do things that no human should be able to."
"Yes my Queen. I shall not fail you."
"You had better not." Sekhmet said. "Other wise you'll wind up like him." She motioned toward a body by the wall.
"I understand and you won't be disappointed my Queen." Wilmington replied before she bowed and left.
"That's..." Sam started.
"Lt. Col. Wilmington." Kath growled as she lost her temper and her eyes darkened. "Where is the snake loving..."
Jack grabbed her hand. "Easy love. Calm down."
"You know her?" Jacob asked.
"She's the lawyer prosecuting Elena." Sam replied.
"So how do we prove that she's behind it with out revealing too much about the Stargate program?" Steph asked.
"We'll figure out something." Hammond replied. "Someone go get Elena. She should see this."
"I'll get her." Kath said as she stood. She walked to Elena's room. "The General wants to see her." She told the Airman guarding her door. He nodded and opened the door.
Kath walked in and mumbled "Poor Elena." when she heard the side effects of her condition.
A moment later Elena walked out moaning. She looked up and saw Kath. "Please tell me Jacob has evidence to clear me."
"He does. Hammond wants to see you. You going to be ok?"
"I don't know?"
Kath took Elena's hand and closed her eyes. When she opened them she smiled. "Fell any better?"
"Yeah thanks Kath."
"No problem, soon you'll be strong enough to do that on your own." Kath said. "Now come on let's go see Jacob."
"Ok, but Kath can we keep this between us? I'm not ready to let everyone know yet."
"Alright Captain. I understand, but don't wait too long."
Elena nodded and they walked to the briefing room. When they walked in Jacob came over and hugged her. "Don't worry this'll all be over soon."
"Thanks Jacob." Elena replied. "So what's this evidence you found?"
Jacob bowed his head and Salmek took over. "Hello Captain. One of our operatives found this." He pulled out the device and played it.
"Whoa stop!" Elena cried.
Jacob paused it right on Sekhmet's face. "What is it?"
"I don't believe it! That low down dirty double crossing two timing...." "Whoa Elena calm down." Jack said. "Who is it?"
"It's Eva!"
"Eva?" Lizzy asked
"She was Lee's first love. She turned out to be a KGB agent. I still remember how she betrayed Lee. If I hadn't taken the bullets out of her gun she would have shot him in the back."
"That explains why she went after you first." Daniel said.
"Yeah it does." Steph added.
"And there's more." Jacob said before he continued playing the recording. Elena watched and her mouth dropped open when she saw Wilmington. "Oh my Gosh!"
"Now we just have to find a way to give this to your lawyers." Sam said
"Forget the lawyer. I want vengeance!" Elena said.
International Federal Film, Washington DC - July 20, 2003: 0600 hours
Lee walked into the Agency still unsure of what to believe. "Morning Mrs. Marsten." He said as he grabbed his id badge.
"Morning Mr. Stetson. How's Elena? I heard about the trial."
"It's a long story I'll tell you later. Is Billy in?"
"Yes Mr. Melrose arrived a little while ago."
Lee nodded and opened the closet door and stepped in. The door closed behind him and the elevator went down. When the door opened he was in the underground headquarters of the Agency. He walked out to the bull pen and headed to Billy's office.
"Before he reached the door he was stopped by an excited blonde." Lee! What's going on? Is Elena ok?"
"Not now Kamikaze." He replied as he walked by and walked into Billy's office closing the door behind him.
Summer, codenamed Kamikaze, crossed her arms. "Elena's in trouble. I know it and I've got to help her." She rushed out and hurried to the airport.
Meanwhile in Billy's office Lee sat down. "I'll take that mission in Europe."
"Lee what happened?" Billy asked.
"What do you mean?"
"Lee I know about the trial. We've had people calling here asking questions about her. Now I know you wouldn't be here if the trail wasn't over unless something happened."
Lee stood and ran his fingers through his hair. "Dr. Snider, the man she's accused of murdering, kept a very detailed journal."
"So..."
"So in the journal he said she had an affair with him."
"Well you don't believe it do you?" Billy asked.
"I don't know Billy. Some of the details were too accurate not to be true."
"Like what?"
"The shape and location of her birthmark and a scar."
"Medical records perhaps?"
"I guess it's possible, but why would he lie about that?" Lee said as he paced the office.
"I don't know Lee, but I do know she loves you. And running won't do any good. So no you're not taking that mission in Europe. Take a few days to think things over. I'm here if you want to talk Lee, but don't shut her out of your life. At least call her."
"I'll think about it Billy." Lee said as he walked out.
Francine Desmond walked in. "What's with Lee? Why isn't he with Elena?"
Billy sighed. "They've got a lot to work out." He stood and walked Francine to the door." "Get a hold of General Hammond at Cheyenne Mountain."
Francine nodded and walked out
Dulles Airport, Washington DC: 0800 hours
Summer sat on the plane to Colorado. "Wish this plane would take off already." Summer mumbled top herself. "I really need a faster way to travel."
"Ladies and Gentlemen please fasten your seat belts..."
"About time." Summer said as the flight attendant started demonstrating how to fasten a seat belt. "Colorado here I come. I just hope I'm not too late."
Nedlinger's, Washington DC: 0815 hours
Lee walked in and sat at the bar. "Hey Ned give me something strong will ya."
Ned poured Lee a drink and handed it to him. "Hey Lee long time no see. Everything ok?"
"No Ned nothing's right anymore." Lee said before gulping the foamy liquid.
"Still with the film company?"
"Yeah that's the only thing that hasn't changed." Lee replied before gulping the last of his drink.
"Trouble with the wife?" Ned asked
Lee just looked up and nodded, "That obvious huh?"
"Well considering I haven't seen you in here in about a year. In fact the last times I saw you, you had just had a fight with her and you came and sat right there for a hour or two then she came and got you and it was weeks before I saw you again." Ned said filling Lee's glass back up.
"Well she's not coming this time." Lee replied. "And I'm not sure I'm going back."
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 0900 hours - Briefing room
After Calming Elena they took her back to her room and decided to call it a night. The next morning they all, with the exception of Elena, met in the briefing room.
Hammond sat down and looked around. "Well people what are we going to do?"
"First we have to give this to her lawyers." Jacob said setting the device on the table.
"Then we go after the snake and Wilmington." Kath added.
"Of course you know Elena will want to take care of them herself." Jack added.
"I know and she will, but we'll help and make sure the frelling snake and Wilmington get what they deserve."
"Jacob how are we going to get the recording from your device to something we can give the lawyers? Daniel asked.
"Well if I can covert the Tok'ra technology so that it's compactable with our equipment it should be possible by first reconfiguring the..."
"Carter can it be done?" Jack asked cutting Sam off in mid sentence.
"Yes Sir." Sam replied.
"Confusing ya with her techno babble again Jack." Lizzy said picking on her older brother.
"Yeah doesn't take much to confuse ya love." Kath added.
"Alright people." Hammond said, "Major Carter you and Jacob get to work on the recording. Kath you and Jack check on Elena. The rest of you work on locating Lt. Col. Wilmington. I want her locked up. Dismissed."
Sam and Jacob headed for the lab, Jack and Kath went to check on Elena. The rest went to look for Wilmington while Hammonds went to his office, only to hear the phone ring. He answered it. "Hello...yes Mr. Melrose I understand....I'll be sure to let her know. And please tell him we've found a way to clear Elena. And I'd like him to see it...Thank you. I'll keep you updated." Hammond hung up and went to see Elena.
Airport, Denver, Colorado: 0930 hours
Summer stepped off the plane. "Ok I'm in Colorado. Now where do I go?" She searched through her pockets. "Here it is." She went to the nearest phone and called the number Elena had given her. "Hello is Elena Stetson there?"
She waited only to hear. "I'm sorry Captain Stetson isn't answering her phone."
Summer hung up and grabbed her bags and called a cab. "Where to?" the driver asked.
"Cheyenne Mountain." Summer said as she closed the door.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 1000 hours - Elena's room
Kath and Jack sat in Elena's room watching her pace the floor. "Captain you're going to wear a hole in the floor." Kath said.
"I can't help it Kath. Frell I've got to find him. If that snake learns he left the base she'll go after him for sure."
"General Hammond is working on locating him now." Kath replied.
Just then Hammond walked in. "Any word sir?" Elena asked.
"Yes. Mr. Melrose just called."
"What did Billy say?"
"Lee came to see him and he told him to go do some thinking. I've sent some men to DC to find him and bring him back. Hammond stated.
"Any word on that traitor and the snake?" Kath asked
"Not yet but our people are still looking."
"Sir if she doesn't know that we're on to her wouldn't she be in court this evening?"
"Its possible sir." Kath stated. "After all she still thinks we're clueless as to her involvement."
"Good so we can get her at the court house this evening and clear you Captain." Hammond said.
"Then I take out Eva." Elena added
"And then we'll go find that husband of yours." Kath stated.
"There's no finding him if he doesn't want to be found. He was trained to stay hidden if needed, and once we take care of Eva and Wilmington he'll be out of danger. And frankly I'm not so sure I want to fid him right now."
"Elena what are you talking about? Of course you want to find him. He's jut upset and confused. Once we find him and show him the tape he'll see he was wrong and everything will be ok again." Jack said.
Before Elena could reply there was a knock on the door and a young officer walked in. "General Hammond sir there's a woman at the gate trying to force her way onto the base. She claims that she knows Captain Stetson."
"Did she say who she was?" Elena asked.
"She called herself Kamikaze." The officer replied.
"Kamikaze?" Hammond said confused.
"Sir you have to let her in." Elena pleaded. Hammond started to say something but Elena stopped him. "Sir she's my new agent. I met her in South America and believe me if she wants in she'll find a way."
"How?" Jack asked.
"Let's just say a minor version Kath when she loses her temper."
Hammond rushed out with the officer and Jack turned to Elena. "By your last comment do you mean she blows things up like Kath or more?"
"Summer also has gifts. That's one reason I've taken her under my wing."
"So I finally get to meet the girl that saved your butt." Kath teased.
"You know I couldn't have easily gotten away I just didn't want to expose my gifts to civilians." Elena replied.
"I know Captain. So how'd she get Kamikaze for a codename?"
"Well after her crazy stunt Uncle Robert..."
"Uncle Robert?" Jack interrupted.
"Col. Robert Clayton. Lee's uncle." Elena explained. "But he said he thought she was a Stetson because of her stunt and then made a comment about the Agency hiring Kamikazes and it just stuck."
A few moments later General Hammond returned with Summer who was held by tow guards. "Let me go you over grown guerillas!" Summer cried.
"Let her go men." Hammond ordered.
"About time." Summer said as they let her go.
"Still getting in trouble I see Kamikaze." Elena said as she stood.
"Elena!" Summer said excitedly as she rushed over to her friend... "I'm so glad you're ok."
Elena smiled and hugged her friend. "How did you know something was wrong?"
"I saw Lee at the Agency and he wouldn't tell me if you were ok." Summer replied.
"I see. Well Summer I have a few people I'd like you to meet. This is Col. Kathryn O'Neill my Commanding Officer."
"Hi Summer. Elena's told me some interesting things about you." Kath said shaking her hand.
"And this is her husband and another of my Commanding Officers, Col. Jack O'Neill." Elena indicated as she pointed to Jack
"Nice to meet ya." Jack said as he shook her hand.
"And you've already met the General. General Hammond, Kath, Jack this is Summer codename Kamikaze."
"Actually Lannie I've changed my name."
"When?"
"When I filled out the paper work to become an American citizen."
"So what's your new name?"
"Haruka Tenou."
Elena just smiled and nodded. "Figures." She turned to the others. "Could we have a few moments alone? I need to talk to Sum... uh Haruka about a few things."
The others nodded and Kath said, "Let me know when ya are ready for me to come back in." and she followed the other out the door.
"So what do we need to talk about Lannie?"
"Remember that long talk we had about your gifts?" "Yeah."
"Well Kath and I have the same gifts."
"You mean..."
Elena nodded and looked at a book on the shelf and it floated over to her. "Kath is much stronger than I am. And we're not the only ones with these gifts. Actually we have our own team of special people like you. I've talked it over with Kath and the others and we've decided to let you join." Elena closed her eyes and a moment later Kath walked in.
"Ya tell her?" Kath asked.
"Yeah I told her."
"So are you in?"
Haruka looked at them and smiled. "Of course!"
Elena smiled and hugged her friend. "Well girls I've got to get to court soon."
"yeah you do. I'll take her with me and introduce her to the rest of the gang." Kath said.
"Can I just stay her with you Lannie?" Haruka asked?
"Sure. I'll introduce you to the others later." Elena replied.
"Lannie..." Haruka smiled at her sweetly.
Elena smiled and pointed to a box. "Its in there Haruka."
Haruka excitedly grabbed the tape and turned on the TV. She sat on the floor and watched and sang along as the opening credits flashed by.
"You part is in the first episode." Elena said as she gathered her dress uniform and other garments.
Kath watched Haruka for a moment then turned to see Elena leaning against the wall holding her stomach. ~Ok Captain? ~ Kath asked telepathically.
~Yeah I'll be ok. ~ Elena pathed to her.
Kath nodded and turned to see a blonde girl in a sailor uniform hanging over a building. She smiled slightly knowing what Haruka was watching, and then walked out to go talk to Sam about the video file.
Elena sat on the bed holding her stomach. She concentrated on the pain until it was gone.
"Everything ok Lannie?" Haruka asked form her seat on the floor.
"No Haruka. There are a lot of things wrong."
Haruka stopped the tape and walked over to Elena. "What's wrong?"
"For starters I've lost the most important person in my life." Elena said as a tear made its way down her cheek.
"He's not lost Lannie." Haruka said sitting beside her. "I saw him at the Agency. We'll get him and straighten everything out."
"There's more Haruka. Only Kath knows and you have to swear not to say a word to anyone until I decide what to do."
"Sure I won't tell anybody. What is it?" Haruka asked.
Elena took Haruka's hand and placed it on her stomach. "Feel it?"
"Feel what?"
"A tiny life growing inside." Elena said.
"You mean..."
Elena nodded "Yes Haruka. I'm pregnant."
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 1100 hours - Sam's Lab
Kath walked in to find Sam and Jacob busy at work. "Hope you two are almost finished."
"Just about done Col." Jacob replied
"Good. We've got to get going soon. Has anyone seen the lawyers?"
"Yeah they were in the conference room a little while ago." Sam replied
"Have they seen this?"
"Not yet I was about to go get them." Jacob stated.
Kath nodded. "We need to show it to them before we leave for court."
"Wouldn't be a bad idea to get there early enough to show it to the judge. Jacob added.
"Show what to the judge?" Everyone turned to see Harm and Mac standing at the door.
"Something the two of you need to see as well." Kath said.
Sam put the tape in the VCR and played it for them.
Harm and Mac watched with shocked looks. When it was over Harm turned to Mac and said, "We've got our proof."
Military Court in Denver, Colorado: 1250 hours
Mac sat beside Elena with a slight smile on her face. She was glad this would all be over soon. There was still a half hour until court actually began, but they wanted to see the judge before hand about the new evidence.
Harm paced the floor nervously. "Where's the Admiral?"
"Right here." Admiral Parsons said as she walked into the court room. "Now what was so important that you needed to see me before court?"
"We have new evidence your honor." Harm said as he picked the tape up.
"Have you shown it to Lt. Colonel Wilmington?"
"No ma'am." Mac said as she stood. "That's the reason we needed to see you. This involves Lt. Col. Wilmington."
"We'd like to present it today and ask that all charges against our client be dropped." Harm added.
"Join me in my chambers." Admiral Parsons said as she walked to her chambers. Harm and Mac followed her carrying the tape and journal.
Elena watched as they walked into the other room. Mac had told her that they would probably call her into show the admiral there was no scar on her thigh. She really hoped everything would be over soon.
A few moments later Mac appeared at the door. "Elena."
Elena stood and walked to the judge's chamber.
Haruka sat in the court room alone. Elena had asked her to stay with Kath and the others but she insisted on staying by her side.
When she heard the door open Haruka turned to see a tall blonde officer walk in. The officer walked to the front of the room and set her things on the table on the right side of the room and then turned to Haruka. "Court doesn't start for another fifteen minutes. You're not allowed in here for another ten minutes."
"Sod off! I'm waiting for Captain Stetson." Haruka replied.
Wilmington raised an eyebrow. "Really? And just what is the Captain doing here so early?"
"That's none of your business." Haruka said as she glared at Wilmington.
Just then Elena, Harm, Mac, and Admiral Parsons walked in. "Admiral was there a meeting that I was unaware of?" Wilmington asked.
"Lt. Col. MacKenzie and Commander Rhabb were just informing me of new evidence they wish to present today." Admiral Parsons replied.
"And when will I be able to see this evidence?" Wilmington asked.
"When I present it." Mac replied. "Based on my new evidence I'm going to ask that all charges against my client be dropped."
"Then I should see this evidence before court is in session." Wilmington said turning to the Admiral.
"After reviewing the evidence I've decided to allow Lt. Col. MacKenzie to present the evidence." Admiral Parsons said. "Now prepare yourselves. Court will start in ten minutes." She walked off and stopped to say something to the guard.
Wilmington watched the guard nervously as he radioed someone and then opened the door and allowed people to enter the court room.
Elena smiles as she watched Wilmington sweat. She could see the guilt all over her face. 'Soon you'll get what you deserve.' Elena thought to herself.
"Lannie."
Elena turned to face Haruka. "Yeah 'Ruka?"
"They going to drop the charges?"
Elena nodded. "With the evidence Jacob found I don't see why they wouldn't."
"Then we can go find Lee!" Haruka said excitedly.
Elena just turned her head.
Kath, Jack, Lizzy, Steph, Sam, Daniel, Jonas, Charles, Janet, and Teal'c walked in and sat behind Elena. Kath glared over at Wilmington and her eyes darkened.
"Easy Love." Jack whispered.
"We'll let the courts handle her." Lizzy said.
"After we're through with her." Kath stated. "She's going to tell her where that snake is."
As the court room filled with people Wilmington looked around nervously. 'They're up to something' she thought.
"All rise." The guard stated as Admiral Parsons entered the court room.
Admiral Parsons took her seat and looked to Mac. "Lt. Col. MacKenzie call your first witness."
"I call Captain Elena Stetson to the stand." Mac said as she stood.
Elena walked to the front of the room and was sworn in once again. "Captain Stetson have you read Dr. Snider's journal?"
"The first half." Elena replied. "I couldn't handle anymore than that."
"Would you please tell the court what was in the journal that you couldn't handle?"
"The gory details of an affair that never occurred."
"Captain do you have a birthmark on the underside of your right arm?" Mac asked.
"Yes I do." Elena responded.
"And do you have a scar on your inner thigh?"
"No I don't."
"I'd like to bring an entry in the late doctor's journal to the court's attention." Mac opened the journal to a marked page. "On June 22 Dr. Snider wrote 'I've found that more goes on at the base than just research. Elena is involved with some type of field work. All she would tell me about the scar on her inner thigh was that a beam fell on her while in the field'." Mac turned to Elena. "Captain did you ever receive such an injury?"
"A beam did fall on my leg, but I didn't receive a scar from it."
"Objection!" Wilmington yelled as she jumped up. "I fail to see the importance of a scare and how do we know there's no scar?"
Admiral Parsons banged her gavel. "Over ruled. I have examined the Captain and there is no scar."
"But what's the relevance of it your honor?"
"If Dr. Snider lied about one thing the whole journal could be fiction." Admiral Parsons replied. "Now sit down Lt. Col." She then turned to Mac. "Continue Lt. Col. MacKenzie."
"No further questions you honor." Mac stated before she sat back down beside Harm.
"Lt. Col. Wilmington do you wish to re-examine the defendant?" Admiral Parsons asked.
"No your honor." Wilmington replied.
"You may step down Captain." Admiral Parsons said before looking at Mac. "Lt. Col. Please call your next witness."
"I call General Jacob Carter to the stand." Mac said as she walked to the front of the room. Jacob approached the bench and was sworn in. "General Carter do you know the defendant?"
"Yes I do."
"Would you please tell the court how you know her?"
"She works with my daughter, Samantha, at the base." Jacob replied.
"Have you two ever met? Or do you just know her through Major Carter?"
"We've worked together before."
Mac nodded. "And how did you become involved with this case?"
"Well some of my people heard of activity from suspects we were monitoring and I was informed of a link to the base. I arrived at Cheyenne Mountain soon after to find Captain Stetson accused of murder."
"And what did you do when you found out?"
"I returned to see if my people had gathered any information that might help."
"And had they?" Mac asked as she walked over to the table.
"Yes they had a recording of our suspects."
A guard brought in a television and plugged it up. Mac grabbed the tape from the table and walked to the TV. "I'd now like to show that recording." She placed it in the VCR and hit play. As the tape played several officers appeared at the exits.
Recognizing the scene Wilmington looked around panicking as she saw no way to escape. She jumped up quickly trying her best to save herself. "Objection! Your honor this has to be a mistake."
"No mistake your honor." Mac said as the guards approached Wilmington.
Seeing Wilmington on the tape the people in the courtroom got extremely loud. Admiral Parsons banged her gavel. "Order in the court!"
"You honor I ask that all charges against my client be dropped."
"Based on the evidence presented all charges against Captain Stetson are dropped. Arrest her and take her away officers." Admiral Parsons stated firmly.
"What? This can't be! What are the charges?"
"Tampering with evidence and a possible charge of murder!" Admiral Parsons stated.
The guards took Wilmington away screaming. "You'll never get away with it! My queen will free me!"
"I hear by drop all charges against Captain Stetson. Court adjourned!" Admiral Parsons banged her gavel and the walked out.
Elena smiled and stood and hugged Harm and Mac. "Thank you so much."
"Don't mention it Captain." Harm said smiling. "Now you just go straighten things out with that husband of yours."
Elena nodded slightly and turned to the others. "Well gang let's get to work." Elena and the others headed out and returned to base.
Harm watched as Elena left then turned to Mac. "I think she'll be ok."
"Yeah I agree Harm. I just hope she can fix things with Lee."
"So do I." Harm replied "So what do ya say we go get something to eat and then head back to Virginia?"
"Sounds like a plan to me Commander." Mac replied as she grabbed her things.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 1400 hours- Briefing room
Once all of SG1 and SG2 were seated in the briefing room General Hammond spoke, "Well it's good to have this all over. Jacob thanks for all your help."
"Don't mention it George. Just glad I could help. Now I better get back and check in with the Tok'ra high council."
"I understand." Hammond replied. "I'll walk you to the gate." He and Jacob left and headed for the Stargate.
Kath looked around. "Well now we got to take care of a certain snake."
"Wrong Kath." Elena said as she looked up. "I've got to take care of the snake."
"Lannie what's a snake got to do with this?" Haruka asked.
"I'll let the other explain Haruka. First I should introduce ya to the rest of the gang." Elena stated. She introduce them all to Haruka then stood and looked at Kath and pathed her and waited for a reply.
Kath nodded slightly "Well first we have to get the location from that traitor she should be here soon. Why don't you get some rest Elena? We'll take care of Haruka and show her around the base."
Elena nodded and turned to Haruka. "Stay out of trouble 'Ruka."
"But Lannie..."
"No buts. I'm ok just need a little rest. Go on Kath might even give ya a little target practice." Elena said with a smile before she returned to her room that was no longer guarded by an Airman. She sat on the bed and grabbed the phone and called the Agency hoping Billy had heard from Lee.
Apartment some where in Georgetown Virginia: 1700 hours
Lee laid on the couch with an empty bottle in his hand. He hadn't left the apartment after Ned drove him there after he got drunk at the bar. At the moment being drunk was the best solution Lee could find for his troubles. The phone hadn't stopped ringing all day, but he had solved that quite easily; he took the phone off the hook. Right now he didn't want to talk to anyone, especially not about Elena. How could he go back? Weather it was true or not he ran out on her. How could he face her now after abandoning her when she needed him the most?
As he sat up and placed the empty bottle on the table there was a knock on the door. Lee groaned and stood and walked over to the door and looked through the peep hole to see Billy standing there. "Billy I don't want to talk."
"Scarecrow open the door. We have to talk." Billy said with a hint of urgency in his voice. "Lee I just got an update on Elena."
Fearing the worse Lee quickly opened the door and let Billy in. "What is it Billy? Is she ok?"
Billy looked at his friend and the terrible state he was in. He hadn't shaved, his clothes were a mess and it was apparent from the smell that Lee had been drinking. "She's fine Lee. I talked to her a little while ago. The charges have been dropped."
Lee sighed with relief. "So who did kill the doc?"
"I don't know Lee. Why don't you call her and ask her. She didn't give me all the details. She wanted to know if you were ok. She misses you and wants to see you."
Lee ran his fingers through his hair and sat down. "I can't Billy."
"Of course you can Lee."
"No I can't! Damn it how can I go back now?" Lee looked up at Billy almost at the point of tears. "Billy I ran out on her. I didn't even know if it was true, but I ran. I ran like a scared chicken. How can I face her after that?" He looked to Billy for an answer.
"It won't be easy Lee but you have to." Billy said. "If you don't you'll regret it the rest of you life." Billy turned to leave. "You know where I am if you need me Lee." He said before he walked out the door.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 1730 hours- Elena's room
Elena sat on the bed and tried calling Lee for the 20th time and once again got a busy signal. She wasn't even sure if he was at the apartment, but she was sure he'd taken the phone off the hook. He'd done that before but never because he didn't want to talk to her. She hung up the phone and then called Billy again only to hear "I'm sorry Mr. Melrose is out of the office. Can I take a message?"
"No that's ok. I'll call back later." Elena said before hanging up. She laved back on the bed and sighed. "Why won't he talk to me?"
Just then Kath walked in. "Elena. The traitor's here."
Elena jumped up and followed Kath to the holding cell. They walked in to find Wilmington tied to a chair. "You! You'll pay for this! My Queen will save me."
"You're Queen will die at my hands!" Elena cried. "Now where is that snake!"
"I'll never tell the likes of you."
"Wrong answer!" Kath said before slapping her. "Now the Captain asked you a question. You can tell us what we want to know or we'll just have to take the information from you!"
"I'll never tell you!"
"Fine we'll do it the fun way." Elena replied as her eyes darkened.
"Remember we're leaving her to the courts you two. So don't go over board." Steph said as she walked in seeing the blood on Wilmington's face.
"We know but that doesn't mean we can toss her around a bit." Kath said with a grin.
"Wait what? You can't I have rights! I demand to see a lawyer!" Wilmington cried.
"Oh now you want a lawyer?" Elena asked as walked to her. "A moment ago you were crying for your frelling snake!"
"So which is it? Do you want your snake or a lawyer?" Kath asked as her eyes darkened and she scanned Wilmington.
"Alright I'll talk just get me a lawyer."
"First tell us where the snake is." Steph said.
"She's at the old Whiskers plant." Wilmington stated. "I've told you what you want now please let me go."
"She's telling the truth." Kath stated.
"Hmmm figures Sekhmet would hide at a Cat food plant." Elena said as she turned to leave.
Kath, Elena, and Steph walked to the briefing room where the rest of SG1 and SG2 were waiting. "She's at the old cat food plant." Elena said taking her seat.
"Then let's gear up and go get her." Lizzy said.
"People be sure and get all the Jaffa and try not to make such a mess this time." Hammond stated.
"Sir I'd rather go alone. This is personal."
"All the more reason for us to go with you." Daniel said.
"Yeah Space Monkey's right Elena. You're anger for Eva will cloud your head and you'll focus only on her and that'll leave you open to the Jaffa." Jack added.
"Jack's right." Jonas said, "Let's us go and handle the Jaffa and watch your back while you take care of Sekhmet.
"It would be most wise Captain." Teal'c stated. "Sekhmet was a very deadly Goa'lud it is very likely that she will have set a trap in which she plans to kill us all."
General Hammond nodded. "They're right Elena. So no I'm not letting you go alone. Now gear up and handle the Goa'lud. Dismissed."
They all nodded and headed to the armory.
Old Whiskers Plant, Colorado: 1800 hours
Upon arriving at the plant Elena started scanning the building. She could detect at least 20 beings inside and the eerie feeling that made the hair on the back of her neck stand straight up told her that Teal'c was right. It was a trap.
"Kath..."
"I know Elena. They're waiting for us." Kath replied as she climbed out of the van.
The rest of SG1 and SG2 climbed out of the van and made their way to the door. After they left another person climbed out. "They're not leaving me behind this time." Haruka said as she made her way to the door.
Just inside the door Kath turned to Jack. "Might be best if we split up"
Jack nodded in agreement. "Take your team and go that way. I'll head this way with my team."
Kath lead SG2 around the left side of the building while Jack took SG1 around the right side.
Elena scanned the area. "There's five Jaffa up ahead."
"Correction, there were five Jaffa up ahead." Kath said with a grin.
They continued walking and soon found the five Jaffa lying dead on the ground. "Show off." Steph mumbled to herself.
It wasn't long before they heard shots from the other side of the plant. "Sounds like Jack found the Jaffa." Lizzy said
"Yeah." Kath said. When the shots stopped she radioed Jack. "Everything ok?"
"Yeah we ran into five Jaffa. Be on the look out there may be some waiting for you." Jack radioed back.
Kath just grinned. "Ten-four over and out."
As SG1 and SG2 made their way around the building Haruka made her way in and headed straight down the middle of the plant. She managed to avoid being seen by the Jaffa, which was good seeing she was unarmed. Just as she reached the front of the plat and spotted Sekhmet she was hit with a Zat.
The Jaffa drugged her to Sekhmet. "Shall I kill her, my queen?"
"No." Sekhmet said with a smile. "She may come in handy." As Kath and SG2 rounded the corner they spotted SG1 on the other side of the room. Jack waved signaling them to move in. Kath nodded and signaled her team to move in.
The two teams moved in and searched but found nothing but a flight of stairs. They climbed up them and slowly and silently they moved in scanning the area. "Keep your eyes open." Jack said, "She could be anywhere."
"Looking for me?" a voice came from above.
They turned and looked up but saw nothing. "I think she's scared." Elena said.
"You're right Captain. She thinks she's a big bad tiger, but she's just a little scaredy cat." Kath replied as they looked around trying to find her.
"Foolish Tauri. Did you think you could just walk in here and kill me?" Sekhmet said laughing.
"That was the plan." Steph said.
"How could fools such as you cause so many problems for the system lords?" Sekhmet said.
"Why don't you come out here and let us show you!" Elena cried.
Sekhmet appeared before them grinning. "Here I am."
"And now you go." Elena said as she fired her gun.
The bullets just bounced off her force field. Sekhmet laughed. "You really are pathetic."
"I'm just getting started." Elena said as her eyes darkened.
"I'd do as I tell you to." Sekhmet said. "That is if you want you little friend to live."
Just then two Jaffa carried Haruka out from behind a box. "Elena! Don't do it!"
Elena looked at Kath who nodded "On the count of three."
"Three!" Elena and Kath cried together. The Jaffa fell on the floor and Elena rushed to grab Haruka, but Sekhmet fired an energy wave at Haruka that sent her flying toward the window.
Elena dove and grabbed her hand just before she hit the window and went flying out of it. Elena held on tight and started pulling Haruka up.
Kath turned to Sekhmet. "Big mistake snake!" Kath waved her hand and Sekhmet flew against the wall.
Jack rushed over to help Elena who was having trouble pulling Haruka up. "Haruka I think you eat too many sweets." Elena said as she grabbed Haruka's other hand.
"I never listen to that kind of talk outside of a bed." Haruka said as she tried pulling herself up.
Jack reached out and helped Elena pull Haruka back into the window and then looked at the both of them confused. "Want to explain that comment?"
"Later Jack." Elena said as she walked over to Kath.
"She's all yours Captain." Kath said. "I'll hold her there for you."
"Thanks Kath." Elena said. She then stretched out her hand and Sekhmet's hand device flew to Elena's hand and Elena placed it on.
"Fool you can't use that!" Sekhmet cried.
"Oh really?" Elena walked over to her and held her hand up. The device turned on and a yellow light appeared on Sekhmet head.
"What's that?" Haruka asked Jack.
"That would be a Goa'lud hand device. It's used to torture or kill the victim." Jack replied.
Haruka watched as Elena tortured Sekhmet. "Does she do that often?"
"Actually until now I didn't know Elena could even use that thing." Jack replied.
"Yeah she's never been that strong before." Jonas added.
"We're both full of surprises." Kath said with a grin.
"And what does that mean?" Jack asked confused.
They both turned as they heard Sekhmet scream in pain. Elena lowered her hand. "Not yet Eva. You're going to die a slow a painful death."
"Guess we better just sit down and watch." Steph said as she sat on a box.
Haruka looked at her confused. "Why?"
"We're going to be here a while." Charles replied.
"When ever Kath or Elena says they're going to kill them slowly they mean slowly." Daniel stated.
Elena walked to where Kath was standing. "Let her go Kath."
"What?" Kath asked unsure of Elena's plan.
"Release your hold on her." Elena said as her eyes turned completely black.
Kath nodded and Sekhmet fell to the floor. Elena turned and smiled as Sekhmet flew up and hit the ceiling then landed back on the floor. "That was for being a KGB."
"Lannie?"
Elena turned to see Haruka looking at her confused and almost frightened. "I had hoped you wouldn't have to see me like this."
"Lannie why are you're eyes black?"
"This is what happens when I lose my temper. I should have known I couldn't hide this from you for long. Don't be afraid." Elena said.
Kath walked over to Haruka. "You have to understand that with our gifts we have great powers and our tempers only strengthen that. Elena and I both are still growing stronger."
"It takes a while to get used to, but it's not that bad actually." Jack said.
"I promise I'll explain everything that you don't understand later Haruka. Right now I just need to take care of Sekhmet."
"Does Lee know?"
"Yeah he knows." Elena said with a slight smile. "In fact he's the only thing that has helped me control all of this. If it wasn't for him I might have given up long ago."
Sekhmet slowly stood and tried to run while they were distracted. Elena turned to her and she flew back against the wall. "Where do you think you're going?"
"Elena...." Haruka started but she was cut off by Jack's hand on her shoulder.
"Just let her handle this." He said gently knowing this wasn't easy for her to see Elena like this.
"Jack, get her out of here." Elena said.
"Elena..." Lizzy started.
"I mean it! Get her out of here. I don't want her to see me like this." Elena turned to Jack. "Please Jack get her out of here."
Kath turned to Jack. "I'll send you and the others out to the van. Elena and I can handle this."
Before any of them could protest Kath teleported them to the van.
"Thanks Kath." Elena said before turning back to Sekhmet. Elena took her field knife out. "Recognize this? This is the knife you killed Snider with. My knife! You frelling snake!" The knife flew from Elena's hand and hit Sekhmet in the right shoulder going all the way through and pinning her to the wall.
Sekhmet cried out in pain. "Please, stop. Help me!" She cried out as the host took over.
"Hello Eva."
Still in control for the moment, Eva looked up. "Mandy. Oh Mandy you have to help me."
"The frell I will!" Elena yelled as the knife in Eva's shoulder twisted slowly. "After all you've done you really think I would help you?"
Eva's eyes glowed as Sekhmet took control again. "You'll pay for this!"
"Yeah right." Another knife hit Sekhmet and dug into the bone. "Before I'm done with you you'll be begging for mercy."
20 minutes later
Elena and Kath walked out their eyes were now back to their normal colors.
"Dead?" Jack asked.
"Yeah she's dead." Elena replied.
Jack nodded and walked over to Kath. "We'll get a team here to clean up the mess."
Elena walked over to where Haruka was sitting. "You ok Haruka?"
Haruka just nodded and looked at Elena unsure of what to say.
"About what happened in there..."
"It's ok Elena. Lizzy and Steph explained it to me. I think I understand now." Haruka replied.
"Good. Like I said that's only when I lose my temper. It hasn't happened that often but its getting to be more frequent." Elena put her hand on Haruka's shoulder. "Come on, let's head back to the base."
Jack watched as Elena and Haruka got in the Van. "Why do I get the feeling they aren't going to explain that comment to me?"
Kath just laughed and kissed Jack and then got in the van. Jack scratched his head and then got in and they drove back to the base.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2000 hours- briefing room
Hammond looked around at his teams. "Well people the Goa'lud has been taken care of and the charges against Captain Stetson have been dropped. All of you are to take two weeks of vacation."
"On or off base sir?" Elena asked.
"Off base as long as Dr. Fraser clears you." Hammond replied. "Good work everyone."
"Thank you Sir." Kath stated.
"Dismissed." Hammond said. They all stood and walked out.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2015 hours- Elena's room
Elena packed a bag quickly wanting to be able to leave as soon as Janet cleared her. Just as she zipped her bag there was a knock on the door. Elena quickly placed her bag under the bed. "Come in."
Haruka walked in and closed the door. "Where are you going Elena?"
"Well after doc clears me I was going home." Elena replied.
"Why do I get the feeling your not telling me the truth Lannie?"
Elena sighed. "Can't fool you can I 'Ruka?" Haruka shook her head. "I'm leaving for a while."
"Where?"
"Think I'll go visit an old friend." Elena replied.
"I'll go with you." Haruka said as she sat on the bed.
"No Haruka. You better stay here. I just want to get away and think a few things over."
"Like what to do about Lee?"
"That and a few other things." Elena said as she sat down. "Now promise me something Haruka."
"Sure what is it Lannie?"
"Promise me you won't tell anyone I'm not going home. I just want to be alone for a while and I can't do that if everyone knows where I am."
"I won't tell anyone if you let me go with you." Haruka said.
"Haruka..."
"If you make me stay here I'll tell everyone you've gone and you'll get no peace. Besides you don't need to go anywhere alone in your condition."
Elena looked at her. "You're a tough negotiator."
"I learned from the best." Haruka said with a grin.
"And just who taught you to negotiate like that?"
"You and Lee."
Elena nodded and stood. "Well better go see Janet. The sooner I let her poke and probe the sooner we can leave.
Haruka hopped up and walked Elena to the infirmary.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2030 hours- Hammond's Office
Hammond sat at his desk reading over reports when Harm and Mac appeared at the door. Harm knocked gently on the door.
Hammond looked up form the reports. "Come in Lt. Col, Commander."
Harm and Mac walked in. "We just wanted to let you know we were heading back to Virginia." Mac said.
Hammond nodded. "Well all of us here really appreciated your help."
"Just doing our jobs Sir." Harm stated.
"Tell AJ I owe him one." Hammond said.
"Will do Sir." Harm said as he held out his hand to Hammond. "It was a pleasure to meet you and your teams."
Hammond nodded. "You two are welcome to come back and visit any time. As long as it's just to visit." Hammond said with a smile.
"Understood Sir." Mac said as they headed out the door.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2045 hours- Infirmary
"Well everything looks ok Captain." Dr. Janet Fraiser said. "Just need to wait for your test results."
"So I can leave?" Elena asked.
"As soon as I get your results."
Elena sighed she knew that those results would tell Janet that she was with child and Janet would never let her leave the base if she knew and she'd surely tell Hammond and the others.
"There is one thing Captain."
"And that is?"
"You've gained a little weight since the last time I examined you. Any reason for that?"
"Uh... well doc I've been in a holding cell for a while and I usually run every morning and exercise daily and I haven't been able to do that lately." Elena told her. It was the truth but not the complete truth.
Janet nodded. "Alright. Well why don't you go work out while we wait for those results." Janet said before walking away.
Elena turned to Haruka. "Come on let's follow the docs orders." Elena said with a wink as she hopped off the table and walked out.
Haruka followed her confused. They walked back to Elena's room and Elena opened the door and the bag under her bed floated to her hand. She then closed the door and headed down the hall. "Thought we were following orders?"
"We are." Elena stopped in front of a hatch and looked to be sure no one was around and then opened the hatch. "Climb up. Hurry!"
Haruka took the bag and climbed up the ladder. Elena climber up behind her and the hatch closed behind her. The tiny screw that had held the hatch closed floated up from the floor and sealed the hatch closed once more.
Kath stepped out from where she had been watching and smiled. "Be careful Captain." She said before she turned and walked down the hall.
Once Haruka reached the top of the ladder Elena helped her opened the hatch. They climbed out and raced through the woods and stopped at the road. "What's going on Elena? Why are we running?"
"Shh! I need to concentrate." Elena said as she sat down and closed her eyes. Haruka watched her full of curiosity. Elena reached in her pocket and pulled out a set of car keys. Haruka watched as they floated to a black Jeep and the door opened. Soon the Jeep started and moved towards the gate.
The guards at the gate pulled their guns and started shouting as the Jeep pulled up to the gate with out a driver. Suddenly their guns flew out of their hands and the gate opened. The Jeep rolled out and headed towards Elena and Haruka's location, and the gate closed behind it.
When the Jeep reached their location Elena opened her eyes, which were pitch black. "Lannie?"
"I'm ok Haruka." Elena said as she stood. As she started to walk to the Jeep se nearly fell.
Haruka rushed to her side and helped her. "Easy Elena." Haruka grabbed the bag and helped Elena to the passenger side. "I'll drive. You rest."
Elena nodded and climbed into the Jeep. She laid her head back and closed her eyes and waited for Haruka to get in the driver's side.
"Where to?" Haruka asked as she buckled her seat belt.
"The airport." Elena said with her eyes still closed. "Just make sure to remind me to call and leave a message for Space Monkey."
"For what?"
"To let him know he can pick his Jeep up at the airport."
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2100 hours- Infirmary
Janet sat at her desk reading over test results when John and Aeryn walked in. "Eh what's up doc?" John Crichton said as he helped Aeryn sit on the table.
Janet stood and grabbed a folder. "Got your results right here Aeryn. I'm not completely sure about your specie's anatomy but from what I can tell everything's fine."
Aeryn smiled. "That's good to hear."
"Yeah it is." John said before he kissed his wife.
Just then a nurse walked over. "Here are the results over Captain Stetson's tests Doctor." She said as she handed Janet a folder.
"Thank you." Janet took the folder and opened it. "You two are free to go for now. I'll see you in a month for your next checkup."
"Alright thanks doc." John said.
As they started walking out Janet said, "And if you see Elena tell her I've got the results."
"Will do doc." John said as he waved his hand over his shoulder.
Janet sat down and started reading over Elena's file. "Well this explains a few things." Janet said to herself.
When she heard a knock on the door she turned to see Daniel standing there. "Uh... Janet by any chance have you seen my keys?"
"No I'm sorry Daniel I haven't seen them." Janet replied.
"Oh ok. Well if you see a set of keys let me know."
"SG1 and SG2 report to the briefing room." Hammond said over the intercom.
"Now what?" Daniel said as he headed out the door.
"Wait Daniel. I'll go with you. I need to speak with Elena. "Janet said as she followed Daniel.
Stargate Command, Cheyenne Mountain Base, Colorado: 2115 hours- briefing room
When Daniel and Janet arrived in the briefing room everyone, but Kath and Elena, was already in the room and seated. Daniel took his seat and turned to Hammond.
"Sir after you're finished I have an announcement." Janet said. Then she noticed Elena wasn't there. "Where's Elena?"
"And where's Kath?" Jack asked.
"Well this explains a few things." Hammond said
"What do you mean sir?" Lizzy asked.
"Well the guards at the front gate reported that a Jeep drove up with no driver. When they drew their guns they flew out of their hands and the gate opened and the Jeep drove out with the gate closing behind it."
"Sir was it a black Jeep?"
"Yes."
"I was afraid of that." Daniel said. "They stole my Jeep."
"Why would Kath and Elena steal your Jeep Space Monkey?" Steph asked.
"I had nothing to do with it." Kath said as she walked in.
"Col. what's going on?" Hammond demanded.
"Sorry I'm late Sir. I was monitoring Elena." Kath said. "She's gone to visit an old friend. She'll be fine Haruka went with her."
"But why steal my Jeep?"
"And why sneak off the base?" Charles asked.
"Because she knew doc wouldn't clear her and she would tell all of you of her condition." Kath sated.
"You knew?" Janet asked.
"Wait a minute knew what?" Jack asked confused.
"Elena's pregnant." Kath stated. "She didn't want you all to know yet. She's going through a lot right now and just wants time alone to think things over."
"So she just left?" John asked.
"Well if Haruka's with her at least she's not alone." Hammond stated. "Who is she going to see Kath?"
"Sir I'd rather not say." Kath replied.
"And why is that?" he asked.
"Well Sir she knew I was watching her. She kept one though running through her mind. 'I just want to be alone for a while' Sir I know where she is and I think we should just give her some time." Kath said.
Hammond nodded "Alright Kath we'll give her time, but what about Dr. Jackson's Jeep?"
Just then an Airman walked in. "Sorry to interrupt Sir."
"What is it Airman?"
"I have a message for Dr. Jackson." The Airman replied handing Daniel a piece of paper.
"What is it Daniel?" Lizzy asked.
"It's from Elena. 'Space Monkey, thanks for the Jeep. Sorry I couldn't ask you first. Just needed to get away for a while. You can pick your Jeep up at the airport. Key's are under the fender on the left side. Thanks, Space Fox. P.S. tell the others not to follow me' Well that answers my question" Daniel said.
"So we're just letting her go?" Sam asked
"What else can we do?" Lizzy asked.
"Am I the only one curious about why Haruka was the one to run off with Elena?" Jack asked
Everyone looked at each other then replied "Yes." In unison.
Jack just nodded and sighed. "What about Lee?"
"Yeah if Elena's not going to find him shouldn't one of us get him?" Sam asked.
"Do any of you know how to find him?" Hammond asked.
"I do." Jacob said as he walked in.
"Jacob thought you went to report back to the Tok'ra council?" John said.
"I did. They asked me to come back and check on the status of Sekhmet." Jacob replied.
"She's dead." Kath stated.
"So I've heard."
"Now you said you could find Lee. How?" Hammond inquired.
"Just trust me George. I'll find him."
"Want us to go with you?" Charles asked.
"No that's alright. You take your vacations. I'll find Lee and bring him back here." Jacob said.
"Jacob be sure to tell Lee Elena's with child." Janet said.
"I will." Jacob replied. He then closed his eyes and Salmek took over. "Is anyone going after Elena?"
"No." Kath stated firmly. "She's to be left alone. She'll come back when she's ready. If we go after her she'll just keep running."
Salmek nodded. "I believe it would be wise not to tell Elena I've gone to get Lee if she should return before I find him."
"Agreed." Kath and Hammond said in unison.
"Good luck finding him." Charles said. Jacob nodded and left.
A plane headed for California: 2200 hours
Elena starred out the window watching the clouds go by. She wasn't sure how she'd explain things to the gang, but then maybe she wouldn't have to.
"Elena..." Haruka said interrupting her thoughts.
Elena turned to her. "Yeah Haruka?"
"Where are we going?"
"To visit some old friends of mine."
"Where at?"
"Well my Friend has a ranch in California and the other work there."
"Who's the one that owns the Ranch?" Haruka asked.
"His name is Johnathan Thomas Hope."