Chapter 34: The Return of Sarcasms...
1033hrs: Thor's Ship...Supreme Commander Thor and Captain Grimnir were walking to the infirmary discussing Col. O'Neill's progress. "Supreme Commander Thor may I ask why you chose not to contact the High Council. They would have supported your decision." Grimnir informed his commander. "I chose to act as a friend. The High Council can get mired in politics sometimes. O'Neill did not have that luxury." He explained to Grimnir. He was held back from acting many times because of indecisiveness. "The prophecy also was playing out. We had to act or all would have been lost." Thor finished in a deadly serious tone.
"Do you think that the Fifth Race will use the ships as they say?" Grimnir inquired. He wasn't sure if it was such a great idea to give such power to a young race. The captain was surprised that the Nox agreed with Thor. "O'Neill will see to it. He is an honorable man. The Tau'ri will become more powerful than us one day. At that time, we will be able to relax pursuing peaceful endeavors. The Goa'uld will cease to exist after thousands of years of rule. There will be others that attempt to take their place. They will fall before the might of Earth. O'Neill with his friends' guidance will create a 'Federation of Planets'. This Federation will ensure freedom for all sentient beings across the known universe." Thor stated without any doubt. "I shall take your word for it Supreme Commander Thor that Colonel O'Neill is indeed a great tau'ri. The super dreadnought is worthy of his name." The Captain replied pausing in front of the infirmary doors. "Indeed O'Neill will be proud of this ship." Thor said as they entered the medical room.
"Thor we can awaken everyone but Colonel O'Neill. They are completely healed and ready for the tasks ahead of them." Oma informed her friend. "Oma, is good to see you again." Grimnir told his longtime friend. "I agree my friend. How have you been all these years?" she asked. "I have been fine. Many a battle has passed since we last saw each other." The Captain replied standing at parade rest. "I'm glad you have survived my friend. Thor, shall we begin?" Oma spoke with urgency. "We shall start with Dr. Frasier and her daughter. General Hammond has requested that she return. Some unfortunate problems have arisen in her absence." He informed his friend. "Then we shall waste no time then." Oma replied moving over to Dr. Frasier's bed.
Grimnir stood back observing as they worked their magic. His expertise was in ship to ship combat. The only other Asgard to have more knowledge in combat was Thor. He was honored to be his 2IC. Oma was a great ally, one of the few that would speak with the Asgard. Grimnir noticed Dr. Frasier was beginning to wake. He then saw Oma step back then start to fade away. Oma apparently didn't want the tau'ri to know of her presence. Thor stepped up to the controls finishing the process.
Dr. Frasier awoke stretching letting out a long yawn. She felt great as if she'd had the most restful sleep ever. Slinging her feet over the side, the doctor looked around, finding Thor and another Asgard. Janet then spotted Cassie in an Asgard bed sound asleep. She immediately went over to her daughter in worry. "Do not fret Dr. Frasier. Cassandra is in perfect health. I conducted physicals on all three of you. I hope I didn't offend you in doing so." Thor explained honestly. "You could never offend me Thor. I was meaning to ask you anyway." She replied with a warm smile.
"I must inform you that you're needed on the base. Much has transpired since you left." He informed her. "What in the hell happened Thor? If there was a major medical emergency, I should have notified immediately." Dr. Frasier said gathering her belongings. "General Hammond will give you a full briefing upon your return." Thor said blinking some several times. "Do you have an idea of what happened?" She asked looking over at Cassie. "The only information I have for you is that Major Rollins took cyanide that was disguised as Advil. The one guilty of the crime was believed to be Dr. Chase. He was later killed attempting to escape during a search of the base." Thor told Jane the basic facts as he was told.
Janet was shocked to say the least. Justin was a great doctor always putting his best effort forward. His best effort didn't apply to Jack though. That should have been her first clue. "Thanks Thor, I should be on my way then. Tell Cassie that I love her and I'll see-dirt side later." Janet replied wanting to get back. "Grimnir, would you escort Dr. Frasier to the transporter room." Thor ordered his 2IC. "It would be an honor Supreme Commander. This way Dr. Frasier." He said turning to walk out of the infirmary.
Once Dr. Frasier was off the ship, Oma reappeared at Thor's side. "You did not tell Dr. Frasier that you cured her of cancer or of young Cassandra's ATA gene." Thor stopped pressing buttons on Cassandra's bed to look at his friend. "General Hammond was most insistent that Dr. Frasier return. I did not have enough time to explain our findings Oma. I will inform her the next time I see her." He replied turning back to his task. Oma, seeing that the conversation was over went to Major Carter's bed to wake her as well.
"I Am Groot!" A Kick ARSE movie...idiot!
1112hrs: Jacks bed side...Samantha and Cassie each sat holding one of Jack's hands. Thor had assured them that all was well. O'Neill was only required to be in the healing pod until 1222hrs. Despite Thor's confidence, Sam wanted to hear Jack's voice, just to be sure. Cassandra wanted to hear one of his corny jokes. Oma watched from above silently. At times, she wanted to descend just to have this life once again. 'Oma, I've set the pod to wake him automatically. Let's give them some privacy. We have some things to discuss concerning the treaty talks." He told her, blinking several times. 'The candles became one burning brighter than a rising sun...' she said to herself then followed Thor out of the room.
"Did Thor say why your mother had to leave suddenly? I thought Dr. Chase had today's shift." Sam asked her Cassie. "He told me that there was a medical emergency. Thor said Dr. Chase was unable to deal with it for some reason." Cassie replied with shrug, returning her attention to Jack. "I don't like him. He's nice to everyone but the Colonel and Teal'c." Sam answered while caressing Jack's hand. "Nor do I like Major Rollins. She doesn't like me for some reason and I believe that Rollins is hiding something." She added, then continued. "Jack says that when a person falsely accuses you, they're the ones who are guilty." Sam finished looking over at Cassie. Cassie just nodded her head in agreement.
They sat there until Cassie looked up at her Sam smirking. "Would you help me pick out a dress for the Father -Daughter dance? Mom won't mind if you joined us." Sam was caught off guard momentarily at the question. "That would be fun Cassie. The last time I went was with 'you know who', he insisted on that damn red dress. I ought to burn it one to ashes." She paused the continued. "That dress was cut to low drawing to much attention to myself. Cassie agreed totally. "I'll help you burn it Sam. We can also help you pick out a sexy dress to make dad speechless." That statement caught her attention totally. "Cassandra Ann Frasier, I'm surprised at you." The major shot back quickly.
"I agree with my Cass. I'd like to see you in a slinky black dress. Just thinking about those long legs of yours..." Jack said opening his eyes flashing Sam his smart ass smile. "Daddy! You're awake!" Cassie squealed leaning over to hug him. He hugged her back then tried to set up. Sam finally registered what had happened. Jack had finally woken up. He even wanted to see her in a sexy black dress. She was most definitely getting a slinky dress. "Earth to Sam, are you there?" Jack asked snapping his fingers. "Yes Sir, I'm here. Just glad you're back with me...I mean us." Sam replied helping him sit up. Cassie watched as her godparents got lost in each other's eyes. "I'll go let Thor know that you're up now Dad. I think the two of you need to talk... or kiss. Whichever happens first?" The teen said smiling widely. Once outside in the corridors she started doing back flips while smiling.
1202hrs: General Hammonds Office... "General, I would've never thought Dr. Chase was a rogue N-I-D agent. I knew he wasn't fond of Colonel O'Neill or Teal'c for some reason. And I had a nagging feeling that Major Rollins was sleeping with Dr. Chase, not Colonel Edwards." Janet answered the General in shock. "What made you suspect the two of them and not Colonel Edwards?" George asked "She spent a lot of time assisting when Justin was on duty. They always seemed to know what the other was thinking. There were innocent touches every now and then also." She replied back. "Major Rollins played her part well then. She was having relationships with both Dr. Chase and Colonel Edwards. I suspect she was attempting to climb the ladder using her sexuality. She also was gathering intelligence on Colonel O'Neill and Major Carter." The General informed his Base CMO. "I can't say that I'm surprised, Sir. Major Rollins did have an unhealthy hatred for Sam. Friday morning Rollins took the last blue jello out of spite." Janet responded. George just nodded then smiled. "I seem to recall hearing that mysteriously 4 blue Jell-O's appeared in Sam's lab after the briefing." He said causing Janet to smirk. "I wouldn't know what you're talking about Sir." She said smiling.
The two continued to talk for at least another 10 minutes discussing Dr. Chase's actions. Janet had discovered his stash of fake Advil/Tylenol pills and passing them onto Colonel Maybourne and SPC. Tam for evidence. "We'll have to go through our entire supply. I don't want any of those pills getting out Doctor. Was there any other poisons in his office?" George asked leaning back rubbing his forehead. "No Sir, they didn't find anything else that was suspicious. Dr. Chase's office is under guard until the investigation is complete." Janet explained to the General. "We'll have to bring in another doctor to take his place. Do you have anybody in mind?" he asked her. Janet smiled brightly then spoke. "Dr. Captain Tam Sir. He's the one that saved Col. O'Neill." George thought briefly then nodded his approval. "I'll get right on that. There's been a lot of talk about him here lately. Isn't he Specialist Tams brother?" He added. "You'd be correct sir. The nurses are going to be forever in you debt Sir. He's a handsome devil." Janet informed him smirking. "Great, just what I need. I thought having Dr. Jackson, Teal'c and Col. O'Neill was bad. Now I'll have a doctor running around making the women weak in the knees." George replied in jest.
General Hammond was about to dismiss his CMO when Walter knocked on his door. "Come on in Walter." He beckoned his aide. Walter saluted his CO then greeted Needles. "You have a visual message coming from Thor Sir." He informed the general. "Thank you sergeant, dismissed." He said watching as aide left. Janet gave the general an inquiring look. "Thor gave the CLB, MLB and SGC visual communications devices." George explained to Janet, smiling like a cowboy with a new Colt 45. "Don't let the Colonel know Sir. He'll be making long distance phone calls to his little buddy." She answered back with a laugh.
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"General Hammond, I'm pleased to see you once again." Thor greeted his ally. "The pleasure is mine Thor. I'm seeing you clear as a Texas morning." George answered back. "Is Colonel O'Neill awake and running a muck yet?" he asked in jest. "O'Neill has awakened General Hammond. He is not running a muck as you say. Nor has Major Carter asked to see the engine room." Thor replied dead pan. Janet and the General both smirked at Thor's response. Thor had turned to his right as if talking with someone. "Is everything okay up there? Is Cassandra behaving like she should." Janet asked in a motherly tone. Thor paused blinking a few times then answered. "She is behaving Doctor Frasier. Cassandra always behaves for me." He replied back. "Lucky you..." Janet said under her breath earning a smirk from George.
"Can you have Colonel O'Neill and Major Carter beamed down asap? I need to debrief them." the General asked. "Have Cassie come too. I have chores for her to do around the infirmary." Janet added. Truthfully she just wanted to hug her daughter. The last few days had been way too stressful. Thor looked over to his right once again then back to them. "I believe O'Neill and Major Carter are not ready to return just yet. They are discussing important matters in private." He replied blinking several times. Both George and Janet were surprised at his response. Thor never acted this way. "It's vitally important that they return Thor." George told Thor with a little more force. Janet was stunned to say the least. Thor must be hanging around the Colonel too much lately. Thor once again looked to his right then back and responded. "I do not wish to interrupt them for it would be rude." He answered back like he was covering for the two Officers. Janet looked over at General Hammond giving him a knowing look. She looked directly at Thor then spoke. "Thor, I know my daughter is to the right of you. CASSANDRA ANN Frasier stop hiding!" Janet spoke in her don't mess with me voice.
Thor stepped out of the way. Cassie came into view looking at the floor. "Hello mom; Hi Uncle George." She said in a low voice. "What's going on Cassandra? Why are you telling Thor what to say?" Janet asked her daughter. "I was just making funny faces at him like dad does with you when you're not looking." Cassie replied throwing her hands over her mouth. She didn't mean to let out that piece of information. "Oh, really...your dad does do that? I always suspected him of doing that. Your godmother isn't laughing at random things then." She answered back. Cassie just confirmed her long held suspicions. "Why can't your godparents report to the General Cassie?" George asked giving his granddaughter the look. "Well, their kind of...well you know...busy!" the teen responded back hiding a smirk. "Busy as in..?" Janet asked curiously. She had bet money on their first official kiss.