Epilogue
Sam stood in front of the Stargate, silent and composed, as she watched Ningal be led away by Sinnu forces. She knew that she would soon be joining Siduri. Ironically, the two women who had co-conspired against Anu and who eventually had battled each other in a bid for domination would now spend the rest of their lives together, both living through the same punishment for their crimes. And while Sam knew that the Sinnu had a long fight ahead of them, one filled with hardship and struggle as they tried to reorder and rebuild their society, Sam was confident that they would do it. It would take strength and commitment, and a change of attitude, but she had a feeling they were heading in the right direction. This she saw when Anu approached her, adorned in her battle gear, but smiling brightly.
"Beleti Anu, we come to offer medical aid and care for you and your people," Sam said.
Anu's eye shimmered at the prospect, and she extended her hand as a sign for Sam to join her. "We of the Sinnu welcome such an act of kindness. In turn, we have much to give to the people of Earth, Beleti Sam."
Sam felt the corners of her mouth turn into a smile. Behind her stood Colonel O'Neill, Teal'c, and Daniel, quiet but dignified, supporting her in her moment of triumph. She didn't need to look back to see their faces shining with pride. She didn't need to hear them offer words of encouragement. They were her foundation, and she was theirs. And that was the best feeling that she could ever hope to achieve.
THE END
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