Note: I don't own anything related to Torchwood (unless you count the books I have)...Enjoy...
It was coming up to May when the next event would be happening and I needed to be around so I quit my job at the club. I spent my days at the Hub watching and the nights with David when he wasn't too busy with school. I watched Tosh as she worked on that software code I gave her and at Owen as he stared at her, berating himself for not being a better boyfriend who could shag her. When I overheard that they had gotten together, I was surprised but happy for Tosh. I'd see Gwen doing what she did best-placating Rhys and being the heart of the team. The only time I didn't stick around was when Jack and Ianto were alone together. It was hot to watch that first time but that one time was enough. If I needed to, I just needed to shut my eyes and those hot sweaty bodies would fill my mind and put a smile on my face.
It was time that I started getting everyone together. Jack had spent the night at Ianto's and would be on his way back so I waited for him outside the lift, leaning on the monument.
"You."
"Yes, me. I need to talk to you before the others get here. It starts tomorrow but I need to make sure some things are done," I said, deactivating the filter on my sunglasses.
He didn't want to let me in but he did, only to see what I had to say. Jack took me to his office and placed his gun on the desk. I held up my hands and took a seat.
"You have questions. Let's answer those first."
"You say you're here to stop some events from happening. By doing so, you can totally mess it up. You don't know if it'll still happen."
"I'm only changing minor things. Yes, saving lives isn't minor but the big events in time do not change. Say someone had a chance and took it to kill Adolf Hitler. The man behind the Holocaust and World War II would be dead but it would still happen because another man would make sure his legacy continued.
"I stopped Gray when I could. I needed to allow it to get to a certain point before stepping in. The abduction that will occur can't be stopped because the one who does it can see different realities. In all of them, this abduction occurs. Their plan might change slightly but it all comes down to the final moment. Not even I can change that."
"Can you tell me if anyone dies?"
"In a sense but you're used to it by now. Another would lose her memory of everything she has done, her sense of self-worth and excitement. She's the current companion of Uncle D and he's devastated after the fact. Other innocents will be lost but if one can foresee what they're doing, then the total will be less."
"Uncle D?"
"The Doctor. I traveled with him a couple of times when I was younger but he had regenerated and looked like my age now. This Doctor should be the tall skinny bloke with the suit.
"Anyways, I need you to call Martha. Tell her there will be an attack on U.N.I.T outposts just after the sun disappears. I will contact another former companion of Uncle D and alert her. She should show up tonight, just in time for the attack."
"Are you going to tell me who gets abducted? And the kidnappers?"
"Only that most of the key players have dealt with them before. Oh and that a certain blond, her mother, and best friend will be jumping across the Void to help. Now please make that call."
I stepped out of Jack's office and pulled out my mobile. This mobile, like my wristlet, was not of this decade and had been supercharged by Uncle D's sonic screwdriver. I tapped in a number and listened.
"The Smith resident."
"Hello, Luke. I need to speak to your mother please. It's urgent."
"Mum, it's for you," he called.
"This is Sarah Jane. What can I do for you?"
"My name is Ria and I'm calling to alert you to what will be happening. I will tell you more in a second but I need a question answered first."
"Is this a prank?"
"No, Sarah Jane. I'll explain first then. I need you to sit down because I can't have you faint on me…OK?…Good. Long ago when you were with the Doctor, you met a man, a scientist who went a bit nutters. A man named Davros. Well, he's back and wants his revenge on the Doctor and mankind."
"No. No. He's dead."
"Not quite. I'm sure he'll explain it in more detail when he collects us but I need you to come to Cardiff. Can you access Mr. Smith remotely?"
"Yes."
"Perfect. I need you to do that and to leave K9 to help. We'll need their advanced technology to help locate the Doctor. I've already alerted him but it'll be a good day before he arrives and then the fun will begin."
"I can't leave Luke. His father and sister are away."
"Bring him. The Torchwood Hub is well protected and there will be 4 people here to keep him safe."
"Fine. Where in Cardiff?"
"The Bay. We'll know when you arrive. My only stipulation is that you do not tell anyone who Davros is. We don't need to start a panic."
"But won't you start a panic when they do find out who he is?"
"What's one more day of happiness? Please, Sarah Jane. If I tell them exactly who is coming, I am certain more will die. We have one full day and then it's chaos. We'll discuss our plan once you're here. Do not rush to Cardiff. Take your time. You won't be here long but you need to remain calm."
"Have you ever dealt with them before?"
"Yes. I will see you tomorrow."
I pocketed my mobile and headed to the gym. I was wound tight and needed to work off some of the tension. If David wasn't busy with school, I'd go to his flat for a shag but that wasn't possible. After an hour of working on the punching bag and hand to hand combat moves, I dropped to the floor in need of a quick break.
"Have you ever done that with an opponent?"
"I've always done some kind of martial arts. My tad didn't know what to do with a little girl and with my mum working, I was enrolled in sports: football, martial arts, and kickboxing. When I joined Torchwood, the flexibility and the hand to hand moves have been needed. I try to keep it up but not many can spar against me."
"Try me," Owen offered.
He didn't have the experience that I did but he did have an advantage. He didn't need to breathe and I had to tag out when my lungs were screaming two hours later. He had landed a few blows but when I knocked him to the mats, he'd jump back up and we'd go again.
"So when does this next catastrophe happen?" he asked, as I wiped my brow.
"It starts early tomorrow morning. I've done what I could so far. Sarah Jane will arrive tonight and we'll discuss a few plans but it can't be completely planned. They have a way to see what could happen and if we keep our part up in the air, winging it, they can't stop us.
"People are going to die but I'm trying to keep it to a minimum. I've sent out a call to the Doctor and he'll be here when it starts happening. A few key players still need to get into position but that can wait until tomorrow."
"Where are we in this?"
"Here. A genius teenager will need company and I think you two will get on great. He can teach you all about genius stuff and you can try to teach him about girls and get him more confident in himself."
"You want me to boost a kid's ego while people are dying?" he yelled.
"Yes. Honestly, Tosh will need you to keep her focused and Gwen and Ianto will be doing other things. Your presence here is what the team needs. You will need to keep Luke occupied but if that doesn't work, stick him with Tosh. He's a whiz at computers. And on a personal note, just because you can't shag doesn't mean you can pleasure. You have use of your tongue and don't need to breathe. Also your fingers still work and then there's always toys. And to think you used to be a horny sex fiend," I said shaking my head.