Here's another chapter. Hope you enjoy it, but a few things first:

A lot of people are confused with this story. If you managed to come this far without reading the first story, Wheel of Stargate, go and read that first and this will probably make some more sense.

I would also like to take this opportunity to say that I will probably be doing stories in between this one and my first one. Most likely they will deal with Rand growing up on Earth, Daniel finding out he can channel, and I might do a story about Sam that picks up shortly after Wheel of Stargate ends...make that definitely doing the Sam story.

So it appears that just my story and sequel have begun to mutate into something more. Good news for all, bit of bad news for me seeing as how I'll have two or three more stories to do, maybe more if this continues to grow. But I enjoy writing it and I love getting all the reviews.

With that being said, on with the story!

The Wheel of Time turns, and Ages come and pass...

What was, what will be, and what is, may still yet fall under the Shadow...

Let the Dragon ride again on the winds of time...

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"You are certain about this?" Aviendha asked as she and two other Wise Ones along with an Aiel from each sept gathered on the outskirts of Rhuidean.

"No," Rand admitted. "I'm not certain. But is has to be done. The Aes Sedai have to know who I am and prepare." He tightened his bracers and looked at her. "Besides, I have a feeling my parents would do the same thing I'm doing now."

Aviendha smiled. "They would indeed," she confirmed.

Rand rolled out his shoulders, letting some nervousness out and seized saidin. He opened a gateway and the twelve Aiel along with the three Wise Ones stepped through. Rand went through next and as the gateway closed, he found himself in front of Dragonmount just outside of Tar Valon. He was slightly amazed at the size of the island city, but hid his shock.

"Remember what I said," Rand said to them. "The hoods of the cloaks stay up until we meet the Amyrlin." He led the way into the city, keeping an eye on the White Tower so he did not lose his way. They walked into the courtyard and into the hall.

An Accepted walked up to them. "May I help you?" she asked.

"We're here to see the Amyrlin and we're not leaving until we do," Rand said firmly. He was at his full height and was a full head taller than her.

"The Amyrlin is quite busy today and cannot see you. I am sorry. Come back tomorrow and…" she began.

"I don't have time for this," Rand muttered. He rubbed his head and looked at the girl. "Just tell her the son of Samantha is here."

"She is not to be disturbed for any small reason," the Accepted said haughtily.

"Oh for crying out loud," Rand sighed. He grabbed a hold of saidin and lifted her slightly into the air. "Tell her the Dragon is here to see her. I'm sure she'll find the time. Or I could always find my own way." He set her back down.

"The…they're in a…a…ceremony right now…" the girl stammered, looking physically ill as she looked at Rand.

"Which way?" Rand asked politely.

"The…that way!" she squeaked, pointing down the hall.

"Thanks," Rand said and walked down the indicated hall.

"You're going to interrupt an Aes Sedai ceremony?" Aviendha asked.

"No better way to get their attention. Besides, I've always wanted to crash a party." They halted in front of a large set of doors. Rand made a quick weave of Air and blew the doors open. He heard Aviendha mutter "Overdramatic" under her breath and smiled faintly. He walked into the hall with more confidence than he felt.

"Who are you?" Egwene, the Amyrlin, demanded, rising to her feet.

Rand saw a young woman standing in the middle of the hall and was surprised to see it was Kira in full Aes Sedai garb standing there. He didn't let his disbelief show on his face, but continued walking. Kira turned and her eyes widened in surprise at seeing him and quickly stepped out of the way. Rand stood in the center of the hall, the twelve Aiel circling him while the three Wise Ones stood just behind him.

Rand reached up and lowered his hood completely. "My name is Rand Carter O'Neill and I am the Dragon," he said in a loud voice. He looked around and saw that several of the Aes Sedai looked as the Accepted had.

"A strong claim to make," Egwene said. "Have you any proof of who your parents were?"

"You doubt my parentage when the world itself is at stake?" Rand asked incredulously, astonishment on his face. The Aiel lowered their hoods and looked around at the Aes Sedai, some contempt on the Wise Ones' faces.

"We need to be sure you are who you say you are," Egwene said.

"If you doubt me, then so be it. But I will not waste my time here. I am the Dragon and I can channel. Whether or not you believe me, saidin is clean and untainted. And I come with a warning: Any man who can channel is under my protection. If he is harmed in any way or gentled, the same will happen to an Aes Sedai."

"You come in here and threaten us boy?" Elaida asked with scorn. After the Goa'uld had been removed from her she had been returned to the White Tower and began to try and make amends for what she had done as a Goa'uld. In spite of her freedom, she was still somewhat hard on those she did not like. "Who do you think you are?"

Rand turned and looked at her. "I am Samantha Carter and Jack O'Neill's only child. I've lived on Earth until a month ago when it came time for me to embrace my destiny. If none of you like it, then fine. Be swallowed by Shadow. I will fight without you." He stared straight at Egwene.

"The Aiel stand with the son of Samantha Carter," Aviendha said. "If you wetlanders are too afraid to follow him just because of what he can do, then you are nothing more than cowards."

The Aiel stood behind Rand and he opened a gateway to the side so his view of Egwene wasn't obstructed. "The warning has been given Amyrlin. Now you must decide whether or not to hold to old prejudices or have faith in the son of your friend." The Aiel went through and Rand followed them.

Egwene watched them go, her shoulders suddenly feeling very heavy. Arguments suddenly erupted around her and she rubbed her forehead wearily. They were only supposed to acknowledge that Kira had gained the status of Aes Sedai after only a month of training. Wise Ones had actually trained Kira since she was old enough to learn how to channel safely, but the Aes Sedai did not know that.

"Enough!" Egwene yelled. "The boy was right, no matter who is parents are. It is time we put aside our fear of men who are able to channel. The time has come for us to prepare for the day we have long feared. Alert your fellow Ajah members of what happened here. Find out where Rand O'Neill is and send a delegation to him, but I only want a sister from each Ajah to go. I don't want to frighten any man who can channel by bringing in thirteen sisters. Furthermore, I want delegations to go out to the kingdoms to alert them of what is happening. May the Light protect us in the coming days…"

Hoped ya liked it. Now please to be reviewing. Reviews make me happy and will make me get started on the other stories. :hinthint:

I would also like to warn people about the next chapter: it is darker and there is some violence in it. I'll warn you again when I post it, but here's a heads up.