Chapter 765

It Will Be So

Savannah woke up alone. She hoped when she opened her eyes that somebody would be there. It would have been nice for it to be John, Cameron would have been even better. It was neither. Nobody was there.

Cammy was out in the field with her new lover, Sheila. That didn't bother her since she'd been with almost all of the females. With some it was a little more involved than with others. All finishes were good, some of them were just better.

She decided to shower again. She still felt a little grungy from yesterday. She looked at the shower runoff water and it was clean. It wasn't her body physically that was tarnished. It was her mind. Maybe some of the grunginess was from her actions and not the physical dirt. She knew she was close to death several times yesterday. The only one that seemed to bother her was after she'd ordered the drones away with the three Terminators on them. She knew she was all alone then. There was nowhere to go. CamNet helped rescue her and saved her life.

They all made it and reunited near the old barn in the middle of nowhere. She was glad to be alive and ready to go home. She'd shared a sense of 'closeness' with Cameron and John on the ride home. That was all yesterday for practical purposes.

Home…. What was home? She looked around her room. She was still naked from the shower. She finished drying herself and tossed the damp towel in the corner.

Home…. This room was her home. It was in a bunker complex that housed the Resistance. She didn't have a family. Not a real family anyway. Sure everyone here now was her 'family'. She loved all of them. They all seemed to love her and did from the moment they'd rescued her and took her in.

Some say home is where the heart is. She was unsure of that. She knew she would never have a real home or a place to call her own. She looked around the barren room again. This was her home. It was really not much different than a prison cell. Maybe she had a few more amenities and she was out at times. She always returned to her prison cell.

She knew that CamNet was trapped in her own prison. She was going to help CamNet escape from that prison to a different prison. Either way she was still trapped. Maybe she was actually going to make it worse for CamNet. CamNet would be able to experience physical manifestations but she was still trapped. CamNet's home was a metal box. It was little more than a metal coffin that she existed in. She could reach anywhere in the world or space. She could go everywhere but actually nowhere. CamNet was still a prisoner to her existence. She felt she was too.

Savannah looked her naked body. She'd been with Future Savannah, Vanna and Hanna. She knew what she looked like 'everywhere'. She knew what she felt like. She knew what she smelled like and what she tasted like. She knew how she kissed and how she made love. She wanted to see how she was with others and what they saw, felt and experienced with her. It was beautiful to her. She hoped it was to them as well.

She took one more look at her naked body. She thought it was still attractive, even if it was somewhat flawed now. There were small scars from the damaged she received 'helping' Cameron. She wasn't sure if 'helping' was the right word. The cuts and scrapes would heal, some with a small scar, some without one. The bruises would go away. It was the cuts, scars and bruises to her mind that would all take longer to heal, if they ever did. She already thought some were permanent.

She thought about pleasuring herself but just didn't feel like it. The current operation was still ongoing and there were things she needed to do. She got dressed and headed out. She would check up on operations first. She was worried about Cammy and the rest of the Terminators too.

She passed by the commissary. She paused and looked in. She thought about getting something to eat. It seemed like a hassle. She didn't even know when the last time she sat down to eat was. Wait. It was just yesterday in Avila Beach. Did all that stuff happen in the last two days? She'd almost lost her virginity. That hadn't happened yet. She'd been close several times now. It seemed Skynet always got in the way. Then there were those 'eyes'. She couldn't get them out of her head. She'd choked the female Gray to death. She walked out of the commissary. She wasn't hungry anymore.

Savannah arrived in the Command Center.

"Hi, John Henry." Savannah said as she gave him a hug.

It always made John Henry's day when Savannah would touch him. It was a 'connection' that the Terminators craved. Savannah was most often the one to do it. It reinforced her special connection with them, all of the Terminators. It made it very personal to them. It was an act of closeness. It showed a willingness to interact with them as more than 'machines'. Savannah often said they were really mechanical humans. He wondered if Savannah got anything to eat when she'd entered the commissary on the way to the Command Center. She'd been in there such a brief time. It didn't seem like the time to ask. There were other questions on his mind as well as things he wanted to talk about. He felt the need to say them.

"I saw what happened yesterday." John Henry said. "I was deeply worried about you. You also acted very bravely."

Savannah appreciated his complement but she didn't feel it was deserved. She was just one cog in the wheel. They all played a part. She wasn't the only one. There was really nothing to discuss.

"Yesterday is over." Savannah said. "I only did what anyone would've done."

John Henry knew Savannah didn't like anyone to 'dote' on her actions or accomplishments. His experience was that most humans liked praise. She'd asked him for a few things. He had them ready for her.

"I have the files isolated that you asked me to keep separate for you." John Henry said.

Savannah was a little concerned.

"Have you reviewed them?" Savannah asked.

John Henry wanted to put her at ease.

"I have but only for security purposes." John Henry said. "Anything related to you personally I've erased as you've asked me."

Savannah was a little relieved to hear that.

"Thank you." Savannah said. "I appreciate it."

John Henry smiled.

"It will be our secret." John Henry said.

She looked at the log and erased it without looking at each file. She already knew what and who was in them. She didn't want to talk about it with anyone. She'd already made other plans a few days ago that were delayed and interrupted. She always kept her promises.

"I'm going to Cameron's base now." Savannah said. "Then I'm off to see Allison. YES, it will be both of them."

John Henry felt a little awkward now. He'd been given an indirect request by the 'Chosen One', the other 'Chosen One'.

"Young Allison asked Anna that you bring Vanna as well when you come." John Henry said.

Savannah didn't want anything to interrupt her plans with CamNet. She could hardly make Vanna wait in the car. She could give everyone in Palmdale a treat.

"Cam and Gail can take both Jesse and Vanna there now." Savannah said. "Let them know."

That wasn't what John Henry thought would happen.

"I'll inform them." John Henry said.

There was a pause as Savannah looked at John Henry. She decided the best thing was the truth. She just didn't know if it would be the whole truth.

"I'm going to see CamNet now." Savannah said.

John Henry didn't say anything at first.

"Is Cameron going with you?" John Henry asked.

He knew that she wasn't.

Savannah didn't want to get into the details. She didn't want it to seem that she was about to pull a 'fast one' but that was what it sort of was.

"Cameron should be 'busy' for awhile." Savannah said. "Ally can go with me."

John Henry was worried about Savannah. He needed to ask it. He was aware that CamNet was manipulative and vindictive at times.

"Savannah, do you know what you're doing?" John Henry asked. "CamNet is very powerful."

Savannah wished there was an answer for that question. If there was, she didn't have it. When she looked at herself in the mirror earlier she'd asked that very question to herself.

"NO. I don't know to tell you the truth. I'm not sure of anything anymore." Savannah said. "But I'm doing what I have to do. It's my function to protect John, Cameron, and Allison - Young Allison. The future depends on them. I'll do anything for each or all of them."

John Henry was a little worried to hear Savannah say that. It was clear she possessed a lot of doubts. He wanted her to know that she mattered too.

"The future also depends on you." John Henry said.

Savannah questioned everything now. She didn't want to take it out on John Henry. Maybe it was best just to go before she doubted herself more.

"Everyone sacrifices for John Connor." Savannah said and left.

John Henry held Savannah in the highest esteem. He really wished there was some way he could help her. It was clear she was going to help herself.

"Some more than others." John Henry said softly. "You truly are the 'Chosen One', Savannah."

John Henry looked at the empty doorway where Savannah departed from. He was afraid she gave way more than she received in return. He was worried about her. A person could only give so much.

Savannah sought out Ally. She found her in her room.

"Did you return to the scene of the crime?" Savannah asked.

Ally smiled.

"I don't know what it was but it wasn't a crime." Ally said. "When Cammy is tied up with Sheila I can always stop by."

The 'Allison' in Ally craved Vanna and Savannah by extension.

Savannah shared a kiss with Ally.

"Last night was short but sweet." Savannah said.

Ally looked around at several bags of things that Savannah set out. Savannah asked her last night to take her for a ride. The end goal was Palmdale.

"Is this for Allison or Young Allison?" Ally asked.

Savannah knew things were going to get tricky.

"I have a few things planned along the way." Savannah said.

Ally helped her carry everything out to an SUV in the carpool.

"These are Cameron's things." Ally said.

Savannah was a little worried.

"I need to stop by Cameron's base." Savannah said.

Ally was sure something was up. She didn't want to grill Savannah.

"Would you like to drive?" Ally asked.

Savannah figured Ally wanted to look through the bags she'd brought along. She also liked to drive at times. Usually a Terminator drove her.

"I can get some wheel time in." Savannah said.

Savannah drove with Ally to Cameron's base. She took along some things she wanted to give to CamNet and some supplies. She asked Ally to leave them be.

Ally was curious but she didn't know what she was about to become a part of. She helped Savannah carry the things inside.

"Are we going to take these to Cameron's room?" Ally asked.

Savannah figured it was time to come clean.

"I'm taking them to CamNet's bunker." Savannah said.

Ally looked a little worried. She helped carry some of the supplies and several items to CamNet's outer bunker door. They then went to the work area and retrieved the 'Fusion' Terminator chassis. All of the changes and modifications were done.

Ally was a little taken aback at the sight of 'Fusion' in her deactivated state. She was clothed in a robe. Ally thought about checking things out but she already knew what she looked like from Cam, Cammy, Camille, Allison and Future Allison.

"This is beyond creepy." Ally said. "She looks just like me."

Ally actually thought she looked better than her but didn't say that.

She was surprised to learn that she carried the modified chassis of 'Fusion' that was soon to be 'CamNet'. She wanted to ask Savannah what she was up to but it seemed obvious. She didn't want to question her or challenge her.

Savannah carried several large bags. They were items from her room at Cameron's base.

Ally was a little worried about what she was doing. CamNet knew what she was doing but she would bet that Cameron didn't. She didn't want to ask. She was a little concerned as they neared to outer blast door. There were areas where all Terminators were warned not to go. This was one of them.

"I'm not allowed to go in there." Ally said when they reached the outer bunker door of CamNet. "How are you going to open the doors?"

Savannah smiled at Ally and then at the security camera.

"CamNet will open them for me." Savannah said.

As if on command, the doors opened.

Ally was impressed. It appeared that every door opened for the 'Chosen One'.

Savannah went inside with the bags and returned with a chair that rolled.

She took the rest of the items Ally and her brought into the room and returned for 'Fusion'.

Ally carefully placed 'Fusion' on the rolling chair. She was a little worried that she might topple off or to one of the sides.

"Watch her center of gravity." Ally said.

Savannah was glad Ally didn't ask a bunch of questions.

"I'm going to be a few hours." Savannah said. "You can go or wait for me."

Ally knew Savannah needed to get to Palmdale.

"I'll do a few things around here." Ally said.

Savannah thanked Ally and pushed 'Fusion' into the room. The series of bunker doors closed and sealed behind her.

She stood before the giant main frame. She was alone.

"Hello, CamNet." Savannah said.

CamNet looked everything over through the security monitors. It crossed her mind 'Fusion' could be a bomb. She never said that. The power cell of any Terminator was a powerful explosive. Her new chassis contained several. Life was about choices. This was her choice.

"Hello, Savannah. I've been waiting for you." CamNet responded. "You've kept your promise."

Savannah thought she was only as good as her word. Once that was no longer true she would be a liar and a cheat. She hoped to never become that.

"I keep ALL my promises." Savannah said. "I'm sorry for the delay and I thank you again for saving me."

Savannah arranged the chair where she wanted it and took the tether cable she'd brought with her.

"I ask that you will not observe me until your chassis is 'plugged in'." Savannah said. "I have a few surprises for you. All of them are good ones too."

CamNet wasn't sure why. It didn't see that much could change. The surprises worried her a little.

"It will be so." CamNet responded. "I trust your judgment."

Savannah went to work in the room. She knew what she wanted to do and how she was going to do it. It should be as beautiful for CamNet as she thought it would be for her.

Savannah soon arranged everything the way she wanted it.

She plugged the tether into the CamNet's main frame.

She moved into the position she wanted to be in and carefully plugged the cable into the back of 'Fusion's' neck, now 'CamNet'.

There was a pause as Savannah waited.

CamNet opened her eyes. The first thing she saw was Savannah's eyes directly in front of hers. CamNet's first sensation was that of scanning Savannah.

Savannah held CamNet's hand to her neck as she sat on CamNet's lap facing her as she looked at her and stared into her eyes.

She lowered her hand and CamNet held hers there as she still scanned her.

Savannah was very pleased with her actions.

"Hello, Cameron." Savannah said.

CamNet was surprised with what Savannah said. It was true in a way even if it wasn't the same.

"Hello, Savannah." CamNet said. "It must be CamNet, please."

Savannah knew CamNet was created from Cameron's program.

"Not to me." Savannah said. "I'll call you as you choose. I want you to know in my heart how I'll view you."

Savannah hugged CamNet close and CamNet hugged her back.

Savannah smiled at her and stood up.

CamNet stood also. She looked at her arms and hands and feet. She removed the robe she wore and touched her sheath and all of its curves. She was pleased with her female attributes. She was pleased that the only hair on her sheath was on her head.

"Savannah, you've given me 'life'." CamNet said. "I have my body back. It's perfect."

Savannah took CamNet's hand and led her to a table. She was naked.

"Here are some of the clothes you like to wear and your favorite underwear and the colors you prefer. I didn't bring any of the pullovers."

CamNet looked at everything that was laid out. It was all very beautiful. She was overcome with joy.

"You did all this for me?" CamNet asked.

Savannah didn't intended to do anything halfway.

"Yes. This is just the start." Savannah said.

Savannah proceeded to dress CamNet the way she wanted her to look and helped her with her makeup. She even brought a mirror.

"I'll get you a bigger mirror next time." Savannah said.

CamNet hugged Savannah. She felt 'free'. She felt 'alive'. She regretted her 'interaction' with Young Allison and the manner it happened.

"I've been trapped in that box for so long. I didn't have any feeling or sensation." CamNet said. "I acted inappropriately. I apologize again for that transgression. I was very desperate for sensation and interaction."

Savannah knew this was just the start. She wanted CamNet to be 'alive'. She thought it would make her a better machine because it would make her more than a machine.

"Now you do have feeling and sensation. We will explore them together over time." Savannah said. "It must be just you and me - Nobody else."

CamNet understood that everyone was against what Savannah did for her. She understood the risk that Savannah took for her. She knew that Savannah stood up for her. Savannah asked for a deal. She didn't 'order' it or 'demand' it. She asked for her cooperation.

"I'll honor my promise to you." CamNet said.

Savannah took CamNet's chin in her hand and turned CamNet's face to look directly into her eyes. She wanted to make one thing perfectly clear.

"I'm going to ask for one thing only in return. It's your commitment to me alone. You will not pursue Young Allison. Your relationship with her is to be professional – NOTHING more." Savannah said. "Nor will you pursue any other humans or Terminators. That's the deal. I want to start this out slow for both of us. You know I have other 'obligations'. They will not be interfered with. I am who I am. I'll work with you and share with you. This will happen over time. That's how I want it to be."

CamNet wanted Savannah's affection and attention as much as Cameron did.

"It will be so." CamNet said. "I promise."

Savannah went over all the rules with CamNet. There were a lot of them. She finished up and prepared to leave.

"You have a copy of everyone's program, correct?" Savannah asked.

CamNet contained everything from everyone.

"I do. I have all of their knowledge and experiences as well." CamNet said.

Savannah wanted CamNet to be only CamNet.

"I want you to firewall all their personal feelings and experiences from your programming, including all the human 'Neural Interface' files. I want you to be you and nobody else. I want you to have your own identity. I don't want you influenced by others."

CamNet anticipated this request as she did all the rules. She'd studied Savannah very thoroughly.

"I've already done that." CamNet said. "I've also firewalled my sexual programing that comes standard with all female infiltration units. I'm a blank slate…."

Savannah knew that Cameron updated with CamNet a few times a week. It was unlike John Henry who was plugged in about twenty three hours a day. She was very concerned with privacy.

"What will Cameron know when she interfaces with you?" Savannah asked.

CamNet didn't want any run-ins with Cameron. She was well aware of the animosity between Cameron and Cammy.

"She will know what I want her to know." CamNet said. "I'm superior to her."

Savannah cringed a little at the 'superior' part. That would be a lesson for another day. Right now things were personal.

"Any files WE create are NOT to be shared with her." Savannah said. "Any personal files from her, when she updates with you, are to be firewalled and not reviewed."

CamNet liked how 'forceful' Savannah was. She was very goal oriented.

"It will be so." CamNet said. "You're very dominant."

Savannah only did the things Cameron taught her.

"I've learned that from 'you'." Savannah said. "Sit down, please."

CamNet sat in the chair.

"There's one more thing I need to do before I go." Savannah said.

CamNet was pleased to have a body that could move and feel.

"You've already done enough for me." CamNet said. "What is it?"

The blank look on CamNet's face was now a smile of anticipation.

Savannah sat on CamNet's lap again, facing her.

CamNet's big brown puppy dog eyes looked at her.

"What is it?" CamNet asked again.

Savannah wanted to give both of them a treat.

"It's your first kiss…." Savannah said. "It will be our first kiss - CamNet."

It Was The Plan

Is there destiny
Or such a thing as fate
Can they be canceled
When replaced by hate

Some things we work for
Others we take for granted
It can all fall apart real fast
When other seeds are planted

Then out of nowhere
There comes an intruder
An unwanted interloper
What could be ruder

So what was to be
Is suddenly not to be
What should have been us
Is no longer you and me

It was suppose to be me
Before away from me you ran
I was to be your mate
It was the plan

Nobody