Okay, so it's been awhile since I've had a chance to write anything, however this story just wouldn't leave my head. With all of the AU stories done on the show and in fanfiction, it just seemed somehow apropos. I know this first chapter is short, but I figured if I posted it, I would be more likely to finish it quickly. Stay tuned. By the way, I apologize now for any and all cliff hangers. I love leaving a lot of mystery in a story.

Prologue –

"Dial us out of here Daniel!" Sam yelled as she dodged yet another blast from the Ori Prior. As she ran towards the gate platform she saw first Daniel, then Vala, followed closely by Mitchell run through the event horizon. Chancing a glance over her shoulder, Sam didn't see the root that tripped her. Looking toward the gate she saw Teal'c turn and aim a shot over her with his staff weapon. Scrambling to her feet, Sam continued running.

"Go Teal'c, I'm right behind you!" Sam yelled as she scrambled past the DHD, dodging blasts all along the way. Taking the stairs in a couple bounds, she lunged for the event horizon. As Sam stepped through with her left leg, her right was hit by a blast. Once completely in the wormhole, Sam felt a distinct tingling feeling before exiting into the SGC gateroom.

Trying to retain her balance after landing gingerly on her right foot, Sam found herself staring into the business end of security's weapons. Looking up towards the control room she saw General Jack O'Neill staring at her, his face deathly white.