CHAPTER 27

Tom was taken to one of the side rooms with a couple of SF's and with Bud Roberts and Commander Turner in tow. Jacob and the others got up and walked over to where Sam was; she went into her father's arms.

"Sam, you did good today, I'm proud of you" Jacob said.

"Thanks dad" she pulled back and gave the others a hug. She came to Jack last.

"Jacob is right Sam, you did it, you faced him and you spoke out. Now they all know about it, about what he did to you and you should be happy" Jack said

"It's not over yet and you were right, about the weight on my shoulders, it's almost off, thank you" they hugged.

"Sam, when this is all over, how about we all go out to dinner?"

"I'll like that, Jack, thanks" they all agreed.

They stood, talking, while waiting. General Hammond came in to find out what the latest news was on the case.

"Sam I know about the two rapes. The day you told Teal'c and Daniel, I had just popped into see how you and the Colonel were when I over heard what you told them. I left just before they did."

"I knew it was you sir, I heard you on the other side of the curtain."

"Sorry for eaves dropping."

"That's ok Sir"

"When this mess is all over, SG1 will still remain on stand down for a week. Colonel, I'm ordering you to take Major Carter away somewhere for that time; I don't want to see her in this mountain"

"Yes sir" jack said grinning

"But, sir" He put his hand up

"No Major, that is an order. No time on this base, I'm sure the good Colonel knows a place where you can stay for a week. It would also give the two of you a chance to talk things over, like the Alpha site. Colonel, I want your answer when you return."

"Jack what is General Hammond talking about?" Daniel asked

"About me taking the position of CO of the Alpha site."

"But, what about SG1?"

"That is why I have to think about it; you two are more than welcome to come up to my cabin. That way we can all talk about this."

"Ah, thank, but I think I'll let you and Sam talk about this. Whatever you decide, I'll support you."

"Thanks, Daniel"

"Daniel Jackson is right, O'Neill; I will also support whatever you decide to do."

"Thanks Teal'c"

Then an airman walked over and whispered something into Harm's ear. He gave a nod, then dismissed the airman and turned to the others.

"The court has reached a verdict."