What's Next?
Chapter Two
Daniel knocked on General Hammond's door and entered his office.
"Sir, have you seen Sam anywhere?"
"No Dr Jackson I haven't and considering I gave you a week's leave I didn't expect to see you either."
"Well I was deciphering some of the writings that SG9 brought back from P3X924 and I wanted Sam to take a look at something before she left. Oh well, I guess I'll just leave her a note."
"I'll see you in a week then."
"Yes sir."
With that Daniel made his way to Sam's lab to leave her a note. When he arrived he found the door closed which he thought was odd as Sam always left the door open. Taking out his security card he swiped it and waited for the door to open. When it did open Daniel stepped inside. He had only taken a few steps when he came to a stop. Standing in the middle of the lab were Sam and Jack. They were embracing. Sam's arms were around Jack's waist and her head was resting on his shoulder whilst Jack's arms were around Sam's shoulders. When they realized that they were no longer alone, they each took a step back and turned to look at Daniel.
"Yes Daniel?" Jack asked tensely.
"Um, I was just going to leave Sam a note but I can talk to her later."
As he was talking Daniel had started to walk backwards out of the lab.
"Daniel it's ok." Giving Jack a stern look she continued, "What did you want?"
"Ah, I wanted you to look at something that SG9 brought back from their last mission but it can wait for now. I'll let you get back to whatever it was you were doing."
"Daniel."
"Yes Jack?"
"You didn't see anything, did you?"
"No Jack didn't see a thing. I'll see you both in a week."
"Yasureyabetcha. Sam and I are going to the cabin for a few days."
Sam looked up at Jack with a surprised look.
"We are?"
"Yes Sam we are. We need to talk and it's nice and quiet there. See ya Danny boy."
"Yeah, bye."
Daniel walked very quickly out of the lab and left Jack and Sam still entwined in each others arms.
"Jack, I really don't think there's that much more to talk about."
"There's a lot to talk about. First things first we'll get the pregnancy test done. By the time we get there and get you into see old Doc Thompson we should be able to get an answer. Will that be far enough away from the SGC for you?"
"Yeah, I thing that that will work. When do we leave?"
"Right now. You head home and pack a bag and I'll pick you up in about an hour. I'll let Hammond know where we'll be and then be right behind you."
Planting a quick kiss on her lips, he walked out of her lab whistling. Sam just shook her head and smiled.
When they arrived at the cabin, Jack carried in their bags and put them in the bedroom. He then went and got their supplies. Putting everything away he grabbed a beer for himself and a bottle of water for Sam and went out to join her on the dock. Hearing him walk up behind her, Sam turned around and took the water with a smile.
"You're right. It's beautiful here. So peaceful. I think this is just what I needed. Why haven't I come up here before?"
"Hey, I've asked but you always wanted to stay and play in your lab. I love coming here to recharge the old batteries. It's relaxing. Anyway, are you hungry? I could start the grill and cook some dinner."
"You mean cremate the dinner." Sam said with a laugh.
"Just for that you can cook your own dinner." Jack replied with a smile. "You'll need to come in soon anyway. The temperature tends to drop once the sun sets and you're not really dressed for it. Come on, I'll run you a nice hot bath. You can relax while I start dinner. How does that sound?"
"Sounds like a plan to me."
They walked back to the cabin arm in arm. They talked about what Jack was going to make for dinner, both decided not to mention the possible pregnancy. When they reached the cabin, Jack opened the door for Sam. He then followed her to the bedroom where both of their bags were sitting on the bed. Sam saw the bags but said nothing. All she was interested in at the moment was having a nice long soak. Grabbing what she needed she walked to the bathroom where Jack had already started to run the bath for her.
"Sorry I don't have any bubbles."
"That's ok, I do." Grabbing a bottle that she had taken from her bag Sam poured in the lavender bath crystals into the bath.
Sam then pushed Jack out of the bathroom and shut the door. While she was removing her clothes she looked around. The bathroom was so masculine. Not a frill or ruffle in sight. It was all woodsy and had a lingering smell of Jack. Stepping into the bath, Sam lowered herself into the water with a sigh.
Twenty minutes later with dinner nearly made Jack went to check on Sam. Seeing the bathroom door was still closed he walked over and knocked on the door. When Sam didn't answer he started to worry. Opening the door slowly, he softly called her name. When he still didn't get a response he stepped into the bathroom. Sam had fallen asleep in the bath. Jack stood there and stared at her. She was so beautiful. He knew she was tough and that she could hold her own in a battle but he often forgot just how beautiful she truly was. Giving himself a shake he gently woke her up.
"Sam, honey, wake up."
Slowly she opened her eyes and he was once again blown away by her stunning blue eyes. Eyes he could stare into forever.
"Time to get out or you'll start to grow gills. I'll leave you to dry and get dressed. Dinner will be ready when you get out."
"Sure, I'll be out soon."
"Feeling better?" Jack asked when Sam joined him at the dinner table.
"Much, thank you. I'm still feeling sleepy though. I think I'll just have some dinner and go to bed."
"That's fine. We'll ring Dr. Thompson tomorrow and set up an appointment but for tonight just rest. You can take the bed and I'll sleep out here."
"Jack, there's no need. We can share the bed. I'm sure you'll be a gentleman."
"Or course, if that's what you want." He replied with a twinkle in his eye. "Look Sam, you're beat. Go to bed and I'll tidy up and be in soon."
Sam nodded her head and stood up. She walked around to where Jack was sitting and leant down to give him a kiss. Just as her lips where about to touch his cheek, Jack turned his head and the kiss landed on his lips. Suddenly the room was full of electricity. Jack held on to Sam's head and let the kiss linger. Finally he let go of her head and whispered good night to her. Sam stood up and walked to the bedroom.
When Jack had cleaned up, he checked all the doors and windows before going to bed. When he entered the darkened bedroom he went and stood next to Sam. As she slept he just watched her. She was out cold. He went and had a quick shower and then climbed into bed with Sam. He wanted to take her in his arms but remembered that he had promised to be a gentleman. He couldn't break her trust like that. Rolling over so he couldn't see her Jack nodded off to sleep.
Something was crushing her. Sam opened her eyes and waited until they had adjusted to the light before she looked down to see what had trapped her to the bed. When she did eventually look down it was to find Jack's leg draped across her stomach. His arm was resting across her body just below her breasts. Sam relaxed and allowed herself the pleasure of being close to Jack. For a few minutes Sam revelled in the feeling before she noticed a change in his breathing.
"Good morning."
"Morning. Oh, sorry Sam. I didn't, we didn't….."
"I know Jack. Just be quiet and enjoy the moment."
Jack quickly shut his mouth and snuggled closed to Sam. He sniffed her hair and smelt his shampoo. On her it smelt fantastic. Jack realized that if he didn't get out of the bed he would do something that he shouldn't. Sliding out of bed he told Sam that he would start breakfast. Sam sighed and nodded her head. After using the bathroom Sam joined him in the kitchen. Sitting down she drank the coffee that he placed before her.
"So when do I see the doctor?'
"Well Doc Thompson is out of town today so we can't see him until tomorrow. So today is just a day of rest. We can go for a walk and then I'll teach you the fine art of fishing."
"Jack, there are no fish in your pond."
"I know that. It's the act of fishing that's relaxing not the actual catching of fish."
"Ok, but first I want breakfast. This fresh air is making me hungry."
"One famous O'Neill omelette coming up."
"Ah Jack, no beer in mine thanks."
"Who told?"
"Daniel."
After they'd eaten their breakfast, they changed into hiking clothes and they went out to explore the surrounding bushland. Even though Sam had seen many bushland landscapes on their missions this one was special. Maybe it was because Jack was showing it to her that made it special.
By the time lunch came around they had made their way into town and stopped off at the local pub to buy lunch. Sitting in the pub Sam noticed that most of the patrons knew Jack by name and that he was a Colonel in the Air Force. Jack seemed to know most of them as well. Every time someone new came in Jack would say hello and give their hand a shake. Finally when they finished their meal, Jack and Sam made their way back to the cabin. When they reached the cabin Sam decided to have a rest so she went and lay down on the couch. When Jack checked on her in ten minutes he found her asleep so he removed her shoes and covered her with a blanket.
Jack grabbed his pole and decided to fish for a while anyway. After casting his line Jack started thinking about all the implications that came with Sam being pregnant. He was sure that Sam would make a fantastic mother. He only had to look at her with Cassie to see that. He would love to be a father again. He'd make sure that he didn't make the same mistakes that he had made with Charlie and Sarah. Maybe this was the universes way off making him take stock of his life. He had loved Sam for a while now. He was attracted to her from the very first moment that he had seen her. Over the years that attraction had grown to a deep and abiding love. Now that he'd had Sam, he didn't think he could stop now.
"Jack?'
Jack spun so fast that he nearly lost his pole. He'd been so deep in thought that he hadn't heard Sam walk up.
"Jack where were you? I called out to you a few times. What were you thinking about?"
"I was thinking about us. Sam I can't wait any longer. I have to tell you how I feel. With or without a baby, I need to be with you. I love you and I have for a while. Please tell me we can work something out."
"Oh Jack. I love you too. I don't know what we can do short of resigning or retiring our commissions. Jack I can't ask you to do that. You love what you do. For the moment let's just wait and see what happens tomorrow at the doctors. Then we can make a decision about our future. However until then let's make the most of the time that we do have together."
With that Sam stepped forward and kissed Jack. He wrapped his arms around her and deepened the kiss. Breaking the kiss, Jack started to kiss her throat and found the spot just behind her ear that sent her crazy. Hearing her moan, Jack picked her up and carried her to the cabin. When they reached the bedroom Jack lay her down and lay next to her. Running his hands up her legs he reached under her sweater and released her breasts from her bra. Rolling her nipples in his fingers he brought another moan from deep in her throat. Pulling off her sweater and then his he rolled over so that Sam was on top of him. Letting her set the pace Jack lay back and let her take charge.
Sam kissed Jack all over working her way down. When she reached his belt she sat up and undid it and his jeans. As he raised his hips she took off his jeans and briefs in one go. Smiling up at him she planted a kiss on him that made him jump. Continuing with her ministrations she brought him to the brink. Placing his hand on her shoulder Jack managed to sit up.
"Sam, if you keep going like that I won't be able to… Anyway I think you have too many clothes on."
With that Jack stripped the rest of Sam's clothes off and rolled her underneath him. Seeing that she was ready for him Jack leant over and pulled out a condom from his jeans pocket.
"Just in case."
Sam helped him put the condom on which nearly sent Jack over the edge. When the condom was on Jack entered her and thrust deeply. Sam started to thrust as well. Soon they were both moaning and they both came to climax together. Jack rolled off Sam and gathered her in his arms.
"I love you Sam."
"Me too Jack."
Sam snuggled up to Jack and dozed off. Jack kissed her forehead and pulled up the sheets and he fell asleep as well. They both slept through the night. When they awoke in the morning they made love again before they went and had a shower. Jack joined Sam in the shower and they made love yet again. By the time they were finished the water had run cold and they had to rush to make the doctors appointment.
Fifteen minutes later, they were sitting in the doctor's waiting room. Sam was shredding the magazine in her lap. Jack placed his hands over hers and removed the magazine. Sam looked up and smiled. When the receptionist told them to go in, Sam stood slowly and followed Jack into the examination room. When the doctor came in he gave Jack's back a slap and shook Sam's hand.
"Well now, what can I do for you Jack?"
"Well Doc. We'd like to have a pregnancy test done?"
If the doctor was surprised he didn't show it. He just nodded his head and started to take Sam's details. After he had asked all his questions he handed her a specimen jar and showed her to the bathroom. When he returned he looked at Jack and raised his eyebrows.
"So, is this the Sam I've heard you talk about for the last two years? The one you said you'd never be able to be with."
"Yeah, that's her."
"So what happened?"
"It was while we were on a mission. Sorry Doc but I can't tell you anything else."
"What will you do if she is pregnant?"
Just as Jack was about to answer Sam came back into the room. She was discreetly carrying the specimen jar. Handing it over to the doctor she sat back down next to Jack. He took her hand and gave it a squeeze.
"I'll be back soon. I need to go to the treatment room and get a test."
Five long, anxious minutes later, the doctor returned and sat down at his desk. He looked at Sam and then at Jack. Before he spoke he took a deep breathe.
"Well, I don't know what way you want this test to go, so I'll just get to the point."
Jack squeezed Sam's hand again and she squeezed back. Sam couldn't really say which way she wanted it to go either. She would love to be a mother and especially with Jack's child but she didn't think that she was truly ready at this time to be a mother.
The doctor cleared his throat and looked directly at Sam.
"Well, you are…………….."
