I finally picked up Season 4.0 and rewatched the cliff hanger episode before the new season starts on Friday. I also took a peek at the background info. They aren't letting any of the secrets out. Also, I apologize for the long absence. Work had been laying off and I'm now doing the work of three people, not to mention health issues, an ailing elderly cat, the holidays, and other 'life' stuff. I'm hoping to finish at least this story before the end of BSG Season 4.
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Dragonlots aka Dana Bell
Chapter 11
"It'll pass," Jessica's soft voice whispered in Lee's ear.
He jerked up and started into her eyes wanting to kiss her and not let go.
"It always does." Her voice sounded both sad and glad. He wondered at the contradiction.
"What did you do to me?"
"Nothing you didn't want." Her cool fingertips brushed his cheek. "Why don't you be a good boy and go back to the party."
Her tone was hypnotic and he rose to do as she asked. Jessica slipped her arm through his and they went back in together. His father frowned in his direction and Roslin didn't look pleased.
"Now," she urged. "Why don't you introduce me to all these tasty morsels."
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Night had fallen on Atlantis. Barnabas stood on the deck overlooking the ocean. Gentle waves lapped against the edges of the city and a sweet brine filled breeze brushed his face. He took a deep breath allowing the scent to penetrate his senses. It was one of the few ways he felt alive.
"Lovely view, isn't it?"
He glanced behind him and smiled in welcome. Colonel Samantha Carter strolled up and placed her hands on the gold railing. "I'm going to miss it."
"I hope you're not sad about going home."
"Not at all, I miss Jack."
"As I'm sure he misses you." He leaned against the rail and studied the woman. She was tall, thin, with long blonde hair and an attractive face. He also smelled the new life in her and found himself wondering if her husband knew.
"He'd better." She threw him an apologetic look. "It took us long enough to get together."
"So I've heard."
"I'm surprised you came out here."
He laughed. "Dear lady, I may not be IOA, but I still take an interest."
"I know you've helped the SGC before."
"And will continue to do so."
"Thank you."
"As always, it is my great pleasure." He took her hand and gently kissed it.
She stared at her him. "I don't know of anyone who does that anymore."
"I'm old world." Far more true than she knew he mused.
"Ah, Sam, there you are." Daniel Jackson hurried out. His eyes flicked up to take in Barnabas. "Uh, I hope I'm not intruding, but I wondered if I might borrow you for a few minutes."
"You aren't interrupting, Daniel," she assured the archeologist. "We were just talking."
"I know you have work to do," Barnabas said. "I won't keep you."
The two smiled as they left, Dr. Jackson talking very fast as they went into the gate room. Barnabas turned back, staring out over the water. He had no idea where his cousin was tonight, but he hoped Jessica hadn't done anything foolish. There really hadn't been time to train her properly and she tended to make stupid mistakes. Mistakes that might ultimately cost her life.
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Parties tended to be dull affairs with false faces and useless conversation. Disgusted Jessica closed the door of her cabin and took off her dress. She tossed it over a chair and pulled on a long bulky shirt. Yanking the combs out her hair, she sat down on the bed and fluffed it out.
There was a knock at her door and she sighed. One thing about Lee Adama, the man had a one track mind. "Come in."
Lee stepped into her room and gave her a lustful look.
She smiled back and extended her arms. He had been a lot of fun and she was bored. When she tired of him she'd send him away, but for tonight she'd enjoy his body and maybe his taste.
As he pulled her to him, she idled with the thought of making him a permanent companion. His lips pressed against hers and her shirt fell to the floor. She leaned back onto the bed bringing his hot male body with her. At least he made her feel alive.
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"I don't recognize your ship design, Dr. Weir," Kara continued.
"Nor I yours, but that doesn't surprise me. I've seen a lot of unknown things out here."
Natalie interjected a question. "Where did you come from and how did you find us?"
"By accident," the newcomer answered her second question first. "As to where I came from, well, that's a long story."
Thrace's voice said, "We have nothing but time, so please, go on."
Natalie could almost hear Starbuck's famous mocking tone. She smiled and exchanged a knowing look with her fellow Cylons.
"We were actually looking for a place to start a colony," Weir explained. "Since this is unexplored space, it seemed a good place to start."
"We being?" Starbuck pushed.
"The people I'm with are survivors of a Wraith attack. They had just enough technology and resources to build one ship to escape in."
"So you're their leader?"
There was a long silence that made Natalie uneasy. Something about the situation didn't seem right.
"Now. I wasn't when I found them."
That was odd.
"Care to explain that?"
"Not like this. I'd rather discuss this in person. Is that possible?"
"I think we can arrange that. I'll fly my viper over."
No way were the Cylons going to not be part of that. "I'll come in one of our ships as well." Natalie was curious and she had the strongest feeling that it was important to all their futures.
"I look forward to meeting all of you."
"Me, too," Starbuck replied.
"Me as well." Natalie cut the communication.
"You can't go alone," one of her sisters objected.
"I'll be fine. Besides, I think if these people meant us any harm, they would have fired on us. They didn't."
"Be careful."
"Don't worry. I will."
