Mission Accomplished
Colonel Smith looked at Special Agent Felix, his eyes dark with fatigue. He had been up most of the night with a sudden fire in the Medical Ward. Fortunately, no one had been hurt in the fire and he hadn't seen any reason to awaken the three Agents at the time. It wasn't till early in the morning, he found out that two men were dead, burnt to a crisp by the fire. Their bodies had been too badly damaged to determine who they were, but according to his officers, no one was missing.
"So, you see my dilemma here, Agent?"
Agent Felix smiled sadly.
"I do indeed Colonel. I believe I can clear up one dilemma though. The two bodies are indeed, not USA Military. When we arrived, it was following a black market ring, stealing supplies, but that wasn't the complete truth. You see, we also received information, that a terrorist organisation was going to replace medical supplies to various bases, with tampered supplies."
The Colonel frowned.
"Why was I not informed of this?"
The Colonel was having trouble keeping his temper in check. He had been up most of the night, had not managed to get any food and was sorely missing his morning coffee, which was running late. Agent Felix crossed her slender legs and laced her fingers together.
"We did not know how high up the chain the smuggling ring went, nor did we want to cause unnecessary panic. My agents and I were perfectly capable to handle the situation and I was advised to keep it on the low. The fire was unfortunate, but my colleagues were able to attain samples of the contaminated goods from the other targeted bases."
Colonel Smith ran a hand over his face and sighed.
"What has this got to do with the two bodies?"
He eyed the two men who flanked their boss, silent and motionless. Agent Felix examined her sharp nails nonchalantly.
"We were heading to the Medical Ward to speak with whoever was on duty, to see if we could examine the new delivery. The two men jumped us with guns and threatened to shoot us. We would have preferred to take them alive, but alas, that was not to be. Of course, then we realised there was a fire and made our way out."
Colonel Smith stared at her, his face blank for a moment. The boys glanced at each other, but said nothing.
"So, you killed those two men?"
Chimera spread her hands in a disappointed shrug.
"Unfortunately, but necessarily. My employer has already been informed of the unfortunate situation but as it was self defence and my team's records are previously untarnished, our punishment will be minor. The information those two gentlemen could have provided, would have been very useful."
Colonel Smith nodded. He had no reason to distrust Agent Felix or her two men. According to the personnel on the base, they had been nothing but friendly and polite and the dead men had been found with weapons in hand.
"What about the fire?"
Chimera smiled easily.
"As I am sure you are aware, Colonel, the fire is still to hot to determine the cause. The fire crew will provide a report and until they do and unless it states that they suspect foul play, there is nothing I can do. No doubt it was an accident. Now, my team and I have been called back, so if it does prove to be more than an accident, I am afraid another team will deal with it."
Chimera stood up as the Colonel nodded in agreement. He stood up and walked them out.
"I understand and I hope you have a safe journey back. General O'Neill spoke highly of you."
Chimera froze for a second, a slightly confused look on her face. Colonel Smith found himself once more wishing he could see her eyes. They emerged outside to where a black car sat waiting, it's engine idling. Agents Bonnie And Clyde got into the car behind Agent Felix, who was watching the Colonel.
"Did he now? Well, that is sweet of him. Now that I recall, he spoke highly of you, just before we came here. 'A good man, with an exemplary record' I believe was his phrasing.."
The Colonel didn't know what to say, pleased with the praise and watched Chimera slid into the front seat. The driver smoothly pulled the car away and headed for the gate.
The ride from Travis Air Base back to Atlantis was over quick. Now they sat around the table in the Conference Room with the Atlanteans. Chimera and the Winchester's had just finished relaying the past few days events. Carson had taken the two bottles of vaccine with enthusiasm and hadn't been seen since.
"So, what happens now?"
Dean asked, his gaze on Chimera, who was sat between Sheppard and Teyla. The Therian raised a delicate eyebrow, but it was Woolsey who responded, clearing his throat.
"Well, now we wait for Doctor Beckett to give us his analysis. We are also keeping a close watch on Bains Pharmaceutical for any suspicious activity. Once we have Doctor Beckett's analysis of the vaccine, we can take it from there."
"Basically, we are going to kick the Goa'uld in the rear and turf them out of business."
Sheppard said with a grin.
"As for you two, General O'Neill has wiped both your slates clean. No more warrants or death certificates."
Sam and Dean grinned at Sheppard.
"Not bad Flyboy."
Ronon snorted from beside Sheppard.
"General O'Neill has also given us his details to pass on. If you should ever need help, he says to call."
Woolsey added and the boys exchanged a dumbfounded look.
"Seriously?"
Woolsey nodded.
"Now, as we are waiting on Doctor Beckett, I suggest we get back to our original work."
The man stood up, indicating the meeting was over and left, stopping briefly to talk to Chimera on his way out. Dean watched her, standing next to Sam as they waited for everyone to leave.
"You okay?"
Dean glanced at his brother and snorted.
"Yeah, I'm great. Why?"
Sam rolled his eyes, following Sheppard out of the door, leaving Dean and Chimera alone in the Conference Room. Chimera smiled at Dean and turned towards the balcony overlooking the Stargate.
"You actually meant, what's happening with us, didn't you?"
Chimera asked, running a hand through her black and white flecked hair. She had changed into her usual, more casual outfit and stood, feet apart, arms crossed on the railing. Dean shrugged, embarrassed at sounding so needy. She looked at Dean, not surprised to find him looking at the Gate below.
"You know I can't stay Dean. Rodney has almost finished the engine repairs and the government has just authorised the city to return to the Pegasus Galaxy. It's my home and the Wraith must be put down."
Dean nodded, looking down at his hands. He had noticed Sam stop on the landing halfway up the stairs, giving them some privacy, yet watching carefully.
"Yeah, I know. I think I've always known."
"You could come with me. You and Sam."
Dean laughed bitterly.
"No we can't. Who will put Lucifer back in his cage if we go? Or stop the Demons and other creatures that pray on people?"
The Alien nodded, leaning forward on the railing.
"I knew you would say that. As tied to your duty, as I am to mine."
Suddenly, she straightened, turning to face Dean with a mischievous smile, one hand on the railing and the other on one hip. He eyed her cautiously.
"Still, it's going to take Rodney a few days to finish his repairs and for SG1 to take down Bains Pharmaceutical. I also realised, you two haven't seen the Dark Star yet and well, we all deserve a few days off after everything. What do you say?"
Dean raised an eyebrow and then shrugged, grinning.
"Well, when you put it like that."
Chimera laughed and the Winchester's stared in amazement as strange blue lights swirled around them, while none of the Atlanteans even looked up. Then suddenly, the world was below them and the stars shone brighter.