Family
By Pip
A/N: Finally, I have Ch.2 up...i mean, i finished it like the same day as ch.1, but, Remiel seemed to take hold of me, and, in evilness, have kept my home skillets waiting...BUT, now, here it is...Don't ask how this idea all came together, cause, I honestly don't know. But, I think its a very interesting story...
Dedicated to the other musketeers...my home skillets!
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Ch. 2: The Letter
Jack slowly sipped his coffee as he made his way to his office. Even though he was extremely energized, and completely awake, Jack just couldn't resist getting some for himself. He smiled as he recalled Daniel's reaction as jack had given the archaeologist his on highly caffeinated drink. 'Daniel' Jack thought to himself 'always a coffee whore.'
He walked into his office, expertly maneuvering his way to the desk in the dark. Picking up the phone, he dialed, and waited for the other end to pick up.
"Daniel Jackson" came the reply on the other end.
"Hey Danny. How's the coffee?" Jack asked, sipping his own.
"This is great Jack! Thanks!" Daniel answered, his feelings of caffeine bliss coming through the phone.
"Hey, it was nothing." Jack replied, reaching over, and switching on the light. That's when he saw it. A white envelope, with three red roses just above it. On the envelope, in handwriting Jack knew well, was written 'To My Boys'
"Jack...hello! JACK!" Daniel was practically yelling into the phone now.
"Uh, yeah...I need you to get Teal'c, and come to my office immediately." Jack said, unable to shake the bad feeling he was getting.
"Is everything alright?" Daniel asked concerned.
"I'm not sure. But, I don't think so."
Both Daniel and Teal'c entered Jack's office to find the man holding an envelope. He seemed worried.
"Jack, what's this all about?" Daniel asked, concern soaking up every word.
"Honestly, I don't know. But, I don't have a good feeling..." He reached across his desk, and handed the envelope to Daniel. He read what it said.
"To My Boys...this is Sam's handwriting." Daniel stated, confused.
"Yes, it is." Jack said matter-of-factly.
"But, why..."
"I haven't opened it yet. I waited til you guys got here. Why don't you do the honors, Danny-boy."
Daniel carefully opened the envelope. Opening the folded letter inside, he started to read.
'To My Boys,
The three of you mean the world to me. You know that. You guys have been there for me, in one way or another for the past eight years. I love the three of you so much. We have been through so much together. You are my family.
That is why is pains me to have to say this.
I'm leaving. I've finally made my choice, and have decided to marry Pete. And, we have both agreed that the SGC is not the best place to raise a family, and neither is the Air Force. I am, thus, retiring, as well as moving.
I hate to do this to you, and it breaks my heart to leave in such a way, but, I think its for the best. Please, don't try to find me. Hammond has already approved this. Pete and I don't think its wise for you to come to the wedding either.
I know what you may be thinking, and I am so sorry to leave like this. Wish you all the best.
Lots of Love,
Sam.'
Daniel lowered the letter, and closed his eyes. This couldn't be happening. Sam wouldn't just pick up and leave like this.
"She loves him very much." Jack said with a heavy sigh.
"She must, for her to just pick up and leave us, her FAMILY like this." Daniel said, trying to conceal his aggravation.
"I too, am greatly angered by her decision." Teal'c said.
"I'm calling Hammond..." Jack picked up the phone, and dialed. "Hey, Gen...Yeah, we just did...Yes Sir, I know that's what...Sir, she can't...I know she has a right...But...Sir."
Both Daniel and Teal'c could see Jack was beginning to lose his temper.
"BUT WE'RE FAMILY!" Jack yelled. Teal'c and Daniel stared with an equal aggravation, as Jack relaxed back into his seat.
"Yes, Sir. I'm Sorry. Thank You Sir." Jack replied, defeated. He hung up the phone, and looked in the eyes of his two suspecting friends. "He's not gonna disrespect her wishes, even if it..."
"It hurts us." Daniel replied, looking hurt.
"Yep. It was her choice. She deserves to be happy." Jack answered, equally hurt.
The three of them sat in silence for a long time after that.
Coming Soon...Ch.3: Angel Heavensent
A/N: Hmmmmmm, what could possibly happen now! I know...and, the biggest twist in in Ch.3...something your completely not expecting, and I know it. MWAHAHAHAHAHA!