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A/N
– This chapter if for my Uncle
Herby who recently passed away. He always encouraged me to do the
things that meant the most me. Thanks Unkie. I'll meet you Upstairs
when
God comes for me too.
Linderse's POV
Jonas stares at me like I'm transparent. He's thinking all the time. I wish I could make him relax. He keeps his fists clenched until they turn white. You never realize the trouble you could get into until it happens. Put it simple, I'm screwed.
Pithes managed to find me last night. He declared that he was ready to topple our people's government. I told him to wait a while before pulling off any more attacks. Like usual, he declined.
"Do you understand how valuable your friend is to the rebellion?" he squealed.
"Jonas shouldn't have to put up with our problems. And what do you mean he's valuable to the rebellion?" I asked.
"Don't worry. I have no intentions of using him as a pawn to release to the government for ransom or services. He's a soldier. You can see it in his eyes. What did you call him again?" Pithes had gotten himself worked up with excitement at this point.
"His name is Jonas. We would be better getting him home and then asking his people for help. They might agree because if we return him safely." I was frustrated. Couldn't Pithes see that Jonas had been used enough?
Jack's POV
Yesterday I had a fight with one of those snakehead Tok'ra. For some reason, they seem to think that they need our help… again. I'm sick of it. It's annoying. When what's his name asked for SG-1, I made it loud and clear we weren't going. That's when the argument started. They just don't get the fact that I'm missing a man from my team.
I believe in 'leave no man behind' and have no intention to switch that belief anytime soon. Jonas is priority one. We'll bring him home alive…or dead if it comes to that. Screw the Tok'ra, and that's not being selfish.
Sam's POV
It's been tough. The Colonel decided to fight with an ally and we haven't found much in the tunnels so far. But I have suspicions after seeing drag marks. It's quite possible that he was taken this way. That's our best lead so far. We'll find him.
"I told that snakehead we leave no man behind." My CO jabbered on.
"I agree sir." And of course, I agreed. Why wouldn't I?
"Yeah, and if the Tok'ra can't handle that, then they should go screw themselves."
I retorted angrily, "But Colonel, I thought they already had?"
He couldn't help but grin. It's the first smile I had seen since Jonas disappeared. Both of us laughed. That's when we agreed to go back to the search. We are going to find Jonas. That's final.
Jonas's POV
I'm so tired. What can I accomplish as long as I'm here? It's dark and dry. Linderse tries to protect me but, I'm not sure it's working. The new leader of the rebellion found us. I think Linderse mentioned his name as Pithes. Nearly every part of me wants to leave, wants to go home. Yet, one little voice that keeps getting stronger say that I should help. How do I help? I really don't want to be involved but that little voice…
General Hammond's POV
I don't know how long we can keep this search going. At some point I will have to call it off and resume normal Gate activity. SG-1 will have to go back to work. Major Carter managed to talk me into giving her more time. She says that there seems to be some tracks that might lead them to Mr. Quinn. Maybe I just wanted something to make sure I had reason to keep a rescue operation in place. All I can do is hope.
Teal'c POV
We continue to search indefinitely. As days stretch by, I begin to wonder and worry over the safety of my friend. Jonas Quinn is too misunderstood by people. I believe that when he returns, he may find a few more friends than before. It is simply obvious to consider when people see how much General Hammond has dedicated in people and resources to find him. The length of time involved is amazing as well. Yet no one has suggested otherwise that we stop the mission. It is still to soon.
Pithes's POV
I was amazed when I saw Jonas! One look at his eyes and you see a fighter. He could be an invaluable leader for us. Unfortunately, Linderse doesn't see it that way. She seems angry just by my suggestion. Too bad she has always been an idealist. It just doesn't work that way. There comes a time when violence may be the only way to fix a situation, especially when it concerns a severely corrupt government. If only I can convince him to help. Any small amount would be helpful. Very few people understand the urgency we need to topple our government.
Jonas's POV
I couldn't believe I was doing this. I never thought I would. Goodness, I must be an idiot for it but that voice just wouldn't go away. Maybe you can guess what I did?
"Pithes." I shouted in his direction.
"Yes, Master Jonas." He said.
"First of all, drop the master part. I'm no slaver. It's offensive to me."
"Yes, sir."
"What can I do to help you?" I couldn't believe I was truly asking him that. It went against my instincts but it felt right or am I just looking for redemption on how I failed on Langaria.
"What ever you know I'm sure would do well enough. I'm not asking you to stay permanently."
"Okay…"
"Pithes! Who do you think you are! I told you to stay away. It's too dangerous for him to do anything right now. He's hurt or have you not looked at his wrists?" Linderse was angry. You could see it burning in her eyes. Suddenly, I felt bad.
