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Author's Note: This is my first Stargate fic, so if it is a little suckie, don't sue! Just enjoy and I really love reviews! Sorry this chapter took a little longer to post than i had hoped.
And NO the title is not a spelling err. It is meant to be spelt exactly the way it is. And soon it will all become appearnt why. Just not in this chapter yet. Some of you might know why i did that though. And the rest are going... "okay this chick is weird." Now enjoy the story and don't forget to review!
I Had To Tell You In Person...
Chapter Two: A Fetal Mistake
"And he said yes?" Cameron was shocked. They were in the briefing room, again, waiting to be given their last orders before they left for this Ori Galaxy world.
"We're going aren't we?" Daniel replied.
"Well," Cameron grinned, "the guys got a heart after all…"
Sam who was listening to Cameron with interest, suddenly got an uncomfortable look on her face, "Uh," She coughed loudly.
"Imagine that-" Cameron was stopped by Daniel blinking at him, "Something wrong with your eye?"
Then he heard the footsteps, slowly he turned around in his chair, he came face to… legs with General Landry. Ooops.
There was an awkward silence… In which Cameron jumped up, "Sir."
Teal'c spoke up, "We are ready to depart General."
"Good, because from what I have heard you all may very well have a fight on your hands."
"Sir," Cameron sounded a little unnerved, "We'll be in and out before you know it." He cleared his throat nervously… it still wasn't clear whether the General had heard Cameron's remark or not.
Daniel jumped in, "We won't disappoint you Sir."
Sam was watching the exchange with her two friends and SG-1 comrades. Basically their 'attempts' at pacifying the General was a losing battle . Let's face it, men!
"We have the frequency device which will hopefully prevent the priors from using their powers.
Cameron interjected, "Gotta hate those damn sticks."
Sam continued unphased, "With Daniel's directions and the MALP and UAV's telemetry we shouldn't have a difficult time getting to our target." She paused for breath, well; at least the General didn't look annoyed anymore…why was she always cleaning up the boy's messes? "We could use some back-up, just in case."
"I'll assign SG team two to go with you, SG-9 will be on stand-by. I don't want to have to send them in. Whatever you do, try to avoid contact, that means," He turned to Cameron and Daniel, "No firefight if you can help it."
"Yes, Sir." They both mumbled in unison.
The General addressed the team, "It sounds like a good plan, but let's not underestimate the Ori. I want to see all of you, plus one, back here safe and sound. ASAP. Do you understand?"
They all mumbled their respective 'yeses'.
"Good," The General readied to leave, "You leave in one hour. Dismissed."
O o O o O
"Whew." Cameron finally breathed out, as they left the briefing room. "That was way too close!"
"I would agree, it may be wise to use discretion around the General." Teal'c added.
Daniel mumbled something.
"What?" Sam asked, "Daniel, you okay?" He looked sort of pale.
"Yes, uhh, I got to go, see you in 45 minutes." And he rushed off.
"Hmm, I haven't seen anyone bolt that fast since the General almost caught Carolyn and I-" Cameron abruptly closed his mouth.
Sam laughed in disbelief, "You and the new doc?" She questioned. Cameron's face went a flattering color of tomato.
Teal'c raised an eyebrow; "Is it not unwise to involve yourself with the General's daughter?"
"Yes." Sam answered for him. "Yes it is."
O o O o O
Daniel threw items into his backpack quickly. "Damn it, Vala."
'What, it's not like I could help it.' She protested.
"I said to just…errr, I don't know lie low or something."
'Daniel, I tried!' Her voice went up a pitch. 'Believe me I tried.' She added ominously. 'It's not easy to run from the Ori when you are bone tired, haven't eaten in two days and are hormonal.' Her voice got even higher if possible.
Daniel stopped, "What? Hormonal? What is that supposed to mean?" Why did she always have to mess with him?
Vala was silent for a moment, 'Nothing.' She raced on, 'Daniel it's just whenever I'm around you, you make my blood race. You're like my drug!' She smoothly assaulted him with her words.
"Oh." She was lying, "We'll finish this later."
'Right, whatever you say Daniel.' She drew out his name longingly.
"Not that!" Daniel protested." Your hormonal issues-"
'I said-'
"I know what you said, and you're lying." Daniel clenched his teeth. Shoving his foot into his boot.
'I didn't-'
"Right, Vala, and I can breath under water. Now-"
'You can?' Vala sounded genuinely shocked.
"NO!"
'Oh.'
"Vala. Err! Can you please FOCUS!" Daniel groaned, working with Vala was like nailing Jell-O to a tree. "How badly are you hurt?" He tried to avoid it, but a tinge of worry entered his voice.
'Uh, it's really not that bad.' Even as she said it, pain laced her voice, as if she was shifting in her spot, but it hurt too much. 'Daniel?'
"Ya."
'You're not mad are your?'
"Vala…" He rubbed the bridge of his nose, "No, how could I be?"
'It's just that,' The sound of suppressed tears entered her voice, 'that seems to be what I am best at, even if I don't mean too.'
Daniel shoved his arm into his coat. "Vala, you don't always make me mad."
She laughed in a heartbroken sort of way. 'Right, just tell me that next time I borrow one of our priceless relicts.'
"Vala, I'll see you soon, I am going through the 'Gate in ten minutes." Daniel reached for the door. "Just try not to get yourself into any more trouble."
'Eye, eye, Captain. I'll do my best.' He could just see her saluting him.
"Ten minutes." He repeated.
'Ten minutes.' She echoed.
O o O o O
They second they stepped through the Stargate on the Ori world, Daniel felt a sense of foreboding. This wasn't going to end well. Maybe it was the heat coming from the three suns in the sky. Hell flashback anyone…
Apparently, Cameron felt the same way, since he raised his fingers to his lips, signaling everyone to be silent.
Teal'c and SG-2 stood guard with their weapons at ready, while Sam scouted with her binoculars and Daniel checked the DHD to make sure they could get back home. A moment late Daniel gave a thumbs up sign and Cameron signaled everyone to move out, but silently. They didn't have too long of a walk, but they didn't want to attract any unwanted attention.
This planet was not comfortable a one. Sure it had trees and wildlife and the scenery was beautiful. But it was hot. And it was only noon according to Sam about the planets days. Which were also six hours longer. It would get really hot before the day was up.
"Well," Daniel whispered to Cameron and Sam, "At least we won't have a problem dialing home." Daniel reported, "Seems that even priors don't have all the faith in the Ori as we seem to think they do."
Cameron tore his vision from the horizon. "Why do you say that?"
"The priors have the ability to activate the Stargate without using the DHD." Sam interrupted, "We all saw it when they tried to create their beachhead.
Daniel involuntarily flinched. Any reminder of that day, that day… was painful.
"And why would they keep a DHD around so their subjects could just 'Gate off anytime they choose?" Cameron agreed.
"Exactly." Sam concluded.
Daniel spoke up, "Unless, those priors aren't all as faithful as we all believe they are." They all reflected on this a moment.
"Colonel Mitchell," Teal'c alerted, "Colonel Carter, we may have a problem."
Looking around Cameron saw the threat, "Everyone, get down!" Cameron Mitchell ordered. Sam, Daniel, Teal'c, Cameron and SG-2 dove into the tree line that they had been advancing toward.
As they peaked out warily, two priors who were approaching the Stargate stopped and raised their heads, as if sensing some sort of disturbance.
SG-1 and 2 held their breaths. Slowly the priors moved on, one went left to a path, which assumingly lead to a village. The other activated his staff and the Stargate jumped to life. He entered without looking back and the SG teams breathed out.
"Okay…" Daniel muttered.
"…that was way, way…" Cameron added.
"…too close." Sam finished.
"Indeed." Teal'c contributed.
O o O o O
"Daniel," Teal'c called, "I believe we are near the location you specified."
They had been walking for the last twenty minutes, guided by a map made by Doctor Jackson himself and gut instinct.
'What?" Daniel looked around in confusion. "There's nothing here." He kicked the ground annoyed.
"Okay, calm down, we'll find her. I bet she's just over that ridge." They all started walking with Cameron in the lead, Daniel close behind and Sam and Teal'c bring up the rear. SG-2 fanned out scouring the immediate area for threats.
"Vala! Where are you?" Daniel whispered.
What Daniel wasn't expecting was a response.
'Daniel! So nice of you to call.' Vala's voice boomed in his head.
"No need to yell." He hissed, instantly raising a hand protectively to his head.
'Sorry darling, didn't know your ears were so sensitive.' She spoke irately and Daniel realized his had spoken too harshly.
"Vala, we need to know where you are. We're at the ridge about twenty minutes from the Stargate… there are lots of trees." He added helpfully.
'Well, then I suggest you keep walking.' She sounded weaker than a moment ago.
"What? A more descriptive direction would be nice you know." He snapped.
Sam walked up to Daniel. " Who are you talking to?" She squinted at him from the bright, as well as hot, noon day sun, "Oh!" A realization hit her, "Is that… Vala?" She wiped her brow of sweat.
Daniel just nodded.
Suddenly, Daniel and Sam were stopped by a shout from Cameron. "I think we've found something.
Just beyond the ridge was a steeple two thirds hidden in the trees. It was surrounded by rubble and undergrowth. The area had been undisturbed for a long while.
'Daniel, do you see it?' Vala suddenly stopped.
"Vala?" The alarm in Daniel's voice earned a concerned look from his teammates. "Are you alright?"
She responded slowly as if every breath hurt, 'Everything hurts, I though I could handle it.'
"Handle what?" Daniel urged. "Listen I am coming. Only another minute."
'Daniel, listen, you should know.' Vala whimpered in pain. 'I made a mistake. I was trying to protect it. I just had to protect it from the Ori. I made a mistake. I'm sorry. Daniel…'
Daniel was hurriedly making his way down the steep slop to the steeple. Grunting, "It's okay, we'll fix it." She wasn't making any sense.
'No, this can't just be fixed, it is so complicated.' Vala continued, 'It was their plan B and now no matter what I do, she will never be safe… Daniel, why is it so hot.' She veered off topic.
"Vala, whatever this is we will sort it out." Daniel reassured her, "Vala?" She didn't respond and Daniel did the only thing he could.
Finally at the bottom of the slop he jumped over a large rock he darted out of the clearing to the side of the steeple. Cameron and the rest of the SG team were close behind. But Daniel hardly heard Cameron or Sam when they told him to wait for them to get to him. Cautiously, he peaked around the building and sidled over to the door, which was ajar.
Inside it was dark and stuffy, with the slight smell of dust and… blood. Moving forward he saw an outline of a figure on the floor.
It was Vala and she was unconscious!
O o O o O
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