Carolyn was asleep in the chair next to Vala's bed. Carolyn had kept a vigil to make sure there were no complications. She knew bullet wounds at such close range could do more damage after post op. Pneumonia, fever, and Sepsis those were some of the infections that could kill a patient and being unfamiliar with this medical facility made Carolyn nervous for Vala. The infirmary at SGC was always inspected by her personally to make sure no one could leave carrying any type of virus or all instruments were methodically cleaned and sterilized to stop any infection to her patients and staff. It was always routine for her, but she never thought she would be more concerned now, knowing that this was a friend's life at stake and not her facility. Vala moaning awakened Carolyn from her light slumber.
"Car- Carolyn, ru-run." Vala spoke weakly."
Carolyn leaned over to hold Vala's hand and make sure she did not make any sudden moves to cause more pain.
"Vala, it's me Carolyn. You're going to be ok. Don't make any sudden moves; you just came out of surgery a few hours ago. I'm here; nothing's going to happen to you, just rest."
Vala tried to focus but she could feel the pain from surgery causing her to wince slightly.
"Wh- Where are we?"
"I don't know yet. They're not saying anything to us yet about what they want."
As Carolyn was speaking to Vala, one of the soldiers keyed his radio and the medic and the Team Leader arrived within a few moments.
"Ah, I see that Ms Doran is awake; good. Then we can discuss certain things first." Said the Leader.
"First Dr. Lam, this is a surprise that you were with one the SG1's elite force. Obviously this is to our advantage. We were expecting Col Carter and Vala Mol Doran only, but this is a plus. I'm sure by now that you both are overdue to return to SGC and I'm sure once Gen Landry knows that something has happened to his precious daughter, he will meet our demands without hesitation."
Vala could barely stay awake, but she could deduce the sarcasm in the team leader's voice.
"What do you want from us that you would shoot Vala and kidnap me?" Said Carolyn.
"All in good time Dr. Lam. All in good time. I want to turn up the heat a little to get their attention. When the time comes Dr. Lam, you and Ms Doran will be informed of what must be done."
"I want to keep and eye on Vala. I'm concerned about infection and this not being my medical unit, I can't be sure that your equipment was well maintained."
"Our equipment is quite up to standards Doctor. The medic can assist you in anything you need for Ms. Doran's recovery. It was not our intention to harm you so soon, but I'm sure with your skills Dr. Lam that she will survive. Stay as long as you're needed by her side. My medic will keep me informed of her progress. Now I must attend to other matters, good day Dr. Lam."
The team leader exited the recovery unit and the medic adjusted Vala's IV on Carolyns request. Vala had remained partially conscious to make sure Carolyn would not face this strange man alone. After the medic completed his task he left and the guards remained outside the entrance.
"Car- Carolyn?" asked Vala.
"Yes Vala, what's wrong? Are you feeling any discomfort? I can increase your pain dosage."
"No, No, just wan- wanted to tel- tell you, they will fi- find us. Don- Don't let the- them use me ag- against you."
Carolyn understood Vala's reasoning, but she also was afraid that is what may happen and she didn't want to lose her friend or leave her to these kidnappers.
"Don't worry, I won't let them harm you. We have to stick together; us girls have to stick to togther, what are friends for. Rest Vala, you need rest to recover, so go to sleep. I'll let you know when the calvary you call your friends arrive."
Vala was already asleep before Carolyn finished her sentence. She sat back down still tired from operating on Vala and not having much sleep. She knew Vala was stable right now and decided the best way for her to help Vala was to get some sleep of her own. She double checked Vala's vitals and sat back down in her chair and tried to catch a quick nap. Before she nodded off, her thoughts were on SG1 and her father. She hoped that SG1 was as good as their reputation.