"Col Mitchell, there's a un secure call for you in the gate room, said Walter."

Sam, Daniel, Teal'c and Mitchell were in Gen Landry's office piecing together information they already had and going over and over it, to possibly find something they missed. They had contacted Jack in Washington and informed him that Gen Landry was personally involved. They brought him up to speed about Vala and Dr. Lam being kidnapped and that any outside interference might mean their lives. Jack had heard nothing from the NID and was interested on why they preferred that the General and his people handle the situation. Jack decided that the NID was keeping quit or someone messed up at their organization and there was a cover up. Jack had informed Mitchell that he was to use what ever means at his disposal, but under no circumstances were they to give over any alien technology without the direct permission of the President.

"Ok, Walter, we're on our way. Make sure the gate room is secure when we get there." Said Mitchell.

"What's wrong Cam, why the beefed up security?" Asked Sam.

"I'm not taking any chances. These people already know too much information and want to make sure we don't give them any more to stab us with."

"Indeed."

"You think they're demanding more technology from us? Stated Daniel.

"We won't know until we speak to who ever is contacting us. Right now I want to know if everyone is alive and safe." Said Mitchell.

The entered the gate room and even Walter was excused. Mitchell did not want to take any chances if anyone was bugged. He waited and took a breath and answered the call. He put it on speaker to make sure everyone heard what was possibly being demanded.

"This is Col Mitchell. Where are our people and what do you want?"

The voice was low and told Mitchell to listen and hung up. The caller only said what Mitchell needed to hear.

YOUR PEOPLE ARE IN NO DANGER AND ALIVE. WILL CONTACT YOU LATER FOR INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESCUE, OUT.

"Well that was short and to the point, said Mitchell. I wonder what they're up to?"

"Maybe Gen Landry has found a way to contact us through another source." Said Sam.

"I don't know Sam. It seem that we are going to play a waiting game. We don't even know if that was the kidnappers let alone if they're telling the truth."

"I can't just believe we have to wait until they contact us again. We have to do something. Did Jack say anymore to help us with? Stated Daniel.

"No, he thinks it's strange that Woosley has not found out about this or can't say anything. Whatever is going on feels like a cover up to him. I'm beginning to agree with Jack." Said Mitchell.

"Col Mitchell if that is the case then we may be compromised. If they intend to use Vala, Dr. Lam or Gen Landry to access our technology then why use them and instead make their move to take over this base?" Said Teal'c.

"I think these people are working on their own resources, said Sam. I mean, Teal'c is right. They know where the base is and obviously they have been watching us all along. They could have grabbed any one of us or attacked this base from the inside. They knew too much about our locator chips in our arms and how to jam our most sophisticated technology. There are only one or two organizations that know about our technology. The Russians and the NID. Said Sam.

"But why take Vala and Dr. Lam, Sam?" I mean, Dr. Lam is not one of us or important enough to use against us. Gen Landry was just a plus because of his daughter. Why wait all this time?" Said Daniel.

"We don't know Daniel. Right now they are keeping us in the dark and every move is being calculated. They can still come here and take what they want if they have that much knowledge about SGC, but right now we need to wait like Cam said and see if we've got a reprieve to rescue our friends."

UNKNOWN INFIRMARY

"Hey, you're looking better Vala. How do you feel? Said Carolyn.

"Alive and hungry. What do they have to eat around here? Said Vala.

"I don't know. I'll have to ask the Medic. Let me adjust your bed and I'll contact him."

"Where is Gen Landry? Asked Vala.

"I think they took him back to the holding room. I think they are trying to keep us separated to scare him into whatever they want."

"Carolyn, I don't want to scare you. But I don't think they will let us leave this place alive. For whatever reason they are keeping us here, it's going to come down to us trying to survive or go down fighting." Said Vala sadly.

"You forget, I'm a General's daughter and a Doctor. I know sometimes people don't return from missions and this to me isn't any different. I know SG1 has a reputation for completing every mission sometimes with casualties. But I hope Vala that your wrong. I- I've just began to see who my father really is and it's all do to you." Confessed Carolyn.

"Me? What did I have to do with you getting together? You're his daughter Caroline. I told you he has always been proud of you. You've just never seen that side of him and I think he's just wanting to keep you safe as any father would."

"No, it's more than that Vala. My father has always been distant, keeping people away from him so they wouldn't get hurt because of him. But I see he's really concerned for you, SG1 and everyone he feels responsible for. I – he confessed he wanted to show me how much he cares for me and I don't think this would have ever happened if it weren't for us being in danger. I would hope this would have happened under different circumstancese, but we can't always control our lives from day to day. I've never seen him this vulnerable before."

"Parents are always vulnerable when it comes to their children. I know first hand from Adria. She's my daughter, and yes, I know she's evil. But I know the only reason she has not killed me is because she still feels some affection for me as a parent, or at least I hope she does. No one ever knows how your child will turn out, but it's nice to know you tell them once in awhile you love them before you can't."

"You sure are wise for your…………………..

"Don't you say it young lady. I may be older slightly, but I still can kick your butt, or not. Anyway, I just think we may have to improvise to get out of here. So, don't go giving up. I think we just have to wait for the right opportunity to show itself."

"You know Vala. I'm sure glad we are friends. You and I are going to paint the town when we get out of here and it's my treat next time."

A/N: Sorry for the delay. Work load has been impossible for my muses. Will update as I can. Love reviews.