Chapter 122

Valentine's Day

Jim was at a suspected Skynet location where a box truck arrived. Bob needed to leave earlier to join another operation with Derek, Gail, and Holly.

It had been quite a while since the truck arrived. So far it hadn't departed. It made him wonder why. There was a possibility the truck was actually based out of the location. It may have returned from somewhere else. The question still remained, where was 'somewhere'?

Jim rigged a second surveillance device on the other side of the target location. Both sides of the main street were covered with security cameras. John Henry would continue to monitor them.

He decided he was going to move to the rear of the property. He looked at a satellite image of the location. There were other businesses on the back side of it. There was no rear alley.

He drove around to the street behind the target building. The building directly behind it was occupied. So was the one on the east side. The one on the west side wasn't. He continued past the location and parked on the next side street.

Jim exited the SUV and made his way on foot towards the unoccupied location. He would need to time it so there was no one out to observe him as he made his approach. When he drove by earlier, he observed two gates. The gate on the east side of the building was big enough for vehicles to drive to the rear of the building. The gate on the west side of the building was more of a pass gate. It wasn't intended for vehicle usage. He would try it first.

He was about to move up to the gate and see if it was unlocked. If it wasn't, he was going to force it. He received a message from John Henry. The box truck just turned out of the driveway and was headed back in the direction it originally came from.

Jim hurried back to the SUV and started in pursuit of the box truck. He wanted to see where it would lead him. If he was unable to catch up to it, or lost it, He would return with Bob later to the target building and they would make a further assessment.

Cameron lay in bed and thought about what happened and the 'experience' she shared with Allison, Vanna, and Jesse. She was there for what each of them wanted the most. What they wanted was for her to 'share' herself with them. It was what she wanted too. She was glad she invited them. It was different from what she expected. It in itself was something to contemplate.

Now she would need to deal with John.

What Cameron did overwhelmed her. At first she wanted to rub it in John's face as he did with Riley to her. It was a way to strike back at John on her own terms. She knew 'payback was a bitch'. Now she really was a 'Bitch Whore'. She was the one willing to 'cross the line'.

Then again, she was still upset at him. She tried to remember why at this point. It wasn't clear to her. She only seemed to remember they said mean things about each other for no real reason, other than to be hurtful to each other. It seemed very petty to her. It was never in her programming to do things of such a nature. It was learned behavior which seemed to come naturally now.

Her program was designed to evolve as time went on to be more 'human like'. It would allow her to be a better infiltration unit. Some Terminators were to replace world leaders, and people of power. It would assure better Skynet control when it took over the world. There would be less controversy and conflict with Skynet Terminators in place. Right now she needed to worry about John and what she'd done.

Cameron decided to play it out and see what his reaction would be. She believed John was in for a surprise. She knew she didn't like surprises, she doubted John would either.

What was done was done.

The cards would land where they fell.

"John, I had three people here today…." Cameron said.

John seemed unconcerned.

"And?" John asked.

He moved the bag that he brought with him a little closer to the bed.

"Things may have 'happened'…." Cameron said.

Cameron wanted the effect of her words to sink in on John. She wanted to make a point, and give John something to think about.

John looked at Cameron for a long moment. There was a longer pause before he spoke. He seemed to carefully weigh his answer. He thought about who he knew the people were as persons. They may have loose morals, but it was a product of the future. It was part of survival and trying to make it to the next day. They still knew right from wrong. They knew compassion and honor. They understood the meaning of love. They also were in love with Cameron. Sacrifice was the true test of love.

He was ready to lay out what he knew would, or wouldn't, occur.

"Things could have happened, but they didn't." John said.

Now Cameron stared back at John with a long pause. It wasn't quite the effect she planned on. She wanted to know more.

"What makes you think they didn't?" Cameron asked.

It wasn't the answer or reaction she expected from him. It was evident humans were better judges of other humans, and their behavior, than she was. It was clear her learning process was far from over.

John smiled at her. He believed love was the key. He understood the depth and strength of real love. Some of the lessons he needed to learn the hard way. He told her what he believed.

"Nothing happened because your friends LOVE you. They are never going to take advantage of you, or hurt you. They would NEVER use you. I love you, I won't do it either. Cameron, I love you. We ALL love you." John said. "WE ALL LOVE YOU."

Cameron looked confused. She wondered why anyone would love a 'pile of junk', or 'scrap metal'. The way she was thought of before always haunted her. She could never forget what was said. She could never forget the way they all made her feel. Maybe they didn't think she could feel, but she could. She didn't understand why they needed to be so cruel to her. All she ever tried to do was help.

She was unsure what to say.

"You're right. It was something they all WANTED, but none of them would touch me." Cameron said. "John, I know they all wanted me. I tried to 'give' myself to them. I think I would have too. I don't know. I wanted to. I was right there for them to take. None of them would. They wouldn't even touch me. Each one covered me up with the sheet. They said the same things you did. They tried to talk to me. They tried to help me. They tried to get me to come out and do things. They offered to stay with me as long as I wanted. They would do anything for me except 'use' me. Even Jesse begged me to not do this to myself. Each one wanted to help me instead. They all had a blank check, and they each tore it up. I love them more than ever, John, just like I love you more than ever."

It was as eye opening as it was perplexing to her. It made her question herself. Would she give up a goal she desperately wanted? Maybe it's what she did everyday. She was supposed to terminate John. She loved him. Her love overpowered her 'need' to terminate him. It overrode her programming. Love was the most powerful substance on earth. The strange part was, it was something which wasn't even 'real'. There was no physical realm to it. It was an idea or a thought. It only existed in the 'hearts and minds' of people. It was a very confusing concept. Its power was undeniable.

John smiled as he moved the bag a little closer he brought into the room. It was time for him to make his play. He thought about what he was about to do. He was prompted to do it by Savannah. It was pointed out to him he didn't always remember important personal dates. At first he didn't get what she was driving at. She stood her ground and told him to think. He still didn't get it until she handed him a small envelope with a small card in it. He took out the small card and looked at it.

Savannah reminded him some simple and basic things and why they mattered to females. Sarah and Riley would 'expect' something too. She indicated he should speak with Kyle and Derek about it. She told him he'd been 'warned'. She did point out none of the men would like the 'punishment' which would follow an infraction like it if they forgot the special date.

He understood what the 'punishment' would be. It wouldn't be something they would receive. It would be something they wouldn't receive. From first hand experience, he knew no one looked forward to a 'dry spell'. He took her advice and planned to use it. He asked Bob to pick up a few things for him on his way back to the base earlier.

John got down on one knee and faced Cameron in the bed.

"I love you, Cameron, and you love me." John said. "Cameron, will you be my Valentine?"

Cameron felt surprised. The look on her face confirmed it.

She was the one who was in the hot seat now.

She hadn't expected this. The day seemed to turn out very differently than it started out as. It wasn't something John remembered every year. It was actually something John usually forgot.

John pulled out a small heart shaped box of chocolates from the bag he carried into the room, along with some red roses. He wanted to surprise Cameron with them. He did.

Cameron couldn't help but play a little coy.

"You know I don't like surprises." Cameron said.

John smiled. He was sure there were exceptions to the rule.

"I bet you like this one." John said.

She felt very elated by the whole experience.

"I do. Thank you." Cameron said.

She gave him a long slow soft deep kiss.

John wanted to confirm his love for her.

"Cameron, will you be my Valentine?" John asked again.

Her eyes were filled with anticipation. She wanted to share with John. It was now a 'special' time. She indicated her naked body in front of him. She wanted more.

"I will." Cameron said. "I'm ready, John…."

John was pleased he could 'touch' her in a meaningful way now. He only wanted to touch her, when she wanted to be touched. He would never want to touch anyone who didn't want to be touched. It was never anything he'd done, or ever would. He wanted to make his perspective clear.

"Now, so am I." John said. "This is the Cameron I want. This is the one I love, and the one who loves me."

Cameron wanted it too. She wanted to move their relationship forward, not backwards.

"I want to share and build our love, John." Cameron said.

Cameron playfully stripped John's clothes off….

John was very pleased with the procedure. It was very exciting and tantalizing.

"This is MY Cameron." John said.

Cameron got out of bed. She was still naked. She walked over to the door but didn't go out. She was going to, but decided against it. The gesture she wanted was symbolic.

"Well?" Cameron asked.

John knew she wanted to relive their wedding night again. He rushed over to pick her up.

Cameron wanted to warn John.

"You know I'm heavier than I look." Cameron said.

"I only have a few steps." John said.

John picked her up and carried her to the bed.

They stood and faced each other.

"All my programming is off, John." Cameron said. "It's just you and me now."

"Cameron, I've waited so long for this moment."

"As have I, John."

"I love you, Cameron, and you love me."

"I love you, John, and you love me."

They kissed.

"I'm ready, John, make me a woman."

They embraced, kissed, and touched.

John picked Cameron up again and laid her on the bed….

Cameron was pleased John was able to give her three finishes. It was very pleasant for her on this special date.

John gave her a long deep kiss. He got up to get dressed. Once he finished dressing, he lay back down next to Cameron, she was still naked.

There was a knock at the door.

Cameron and John looked at each other.

John quickly covered Cameron with the sheet.

Cameron knew who it was. She heard them talking before they knocked. She wanted to give them a little reminder of what was available. She pulled the sheet down a little so most of her breasts showed.

"Come in." John said.

Allison, Vanna and Jesse entered. They stood alongside the bed with Cameron and John lying on it.

Cameron reached up her hand. The three girls all took it. John raised his hand up and all three took it as well.

"I love ALL of you." Cameron said.

The glum looks on their faces all turned to smiles. They could see Cameron was a little better. Nobody knew each one of her three finishes represented one of the girls in her mind.

"WE all love you, Cameron." The three girls said.

John and Cameron stood.

Cameron was still naked.

Everyone there took in her true beauty.

Allison still wondered why she could never look as good.

The five of them embraced.

"We are one." Cameron said.

The feeling was universal.

"We are one." Everyone repeated.

John was pleased with the harmony.

"We truly are one." John said.

Cameron wanted to do something

"Let's go out and celebrate." Cameron said.

Cameron started to walk out the door.

The girls all quickly exchanged glances. They wanted to say something but they were all still a little shocked.

John needed to address the situation.

"Aren't you forgetting something?" John asked.

Cameron paused at the door.

"NO!" Cameron said. "I'm not. I said I wasn't going to wear clothes again. I plan to remain naked forever. Forever is a long time."

She looked back over her shoulder as she walked out into the hall naked.

The three girls and John all looked at each other in shock and disbelief.

A long moment passed. Everyone was unsure what to do.

"Gotcha! I fooled you." Cameron said as she came back into the room.

All five of them burst out laughing.

It looked like Cameron fooled them, again.

Cameron wanted to celebrate. She thought Vanna, Allison, and Jesse should accompany them. She wanted the girls to look their finest. She would get herself situated. She would then concentrate on them.

She was Tight in no time. She went and helped Jesse. Once Jesse was ready, they went to help Vanna and Allison. Everyone was ready in short order.

The four of them stood before the mirror. They were all impressed at what they looked at. They all thought the other girls were beautiful.

"Tight City." Allison said.

Cameron thought they all looked picture perfect. She saved the image of the four of them together. The next time she plugged into a server, she could download it for them to have as well.

John walked up. He was thoroughly impressed at what he looked at.

"Wow! It just doesn't get any better than this." John said as he took in the women's beauty.

Cameron felt they looked like they were ready for a beauty contest. She wanted John to understand the true significance of the four of them. It wasn't just her. It was all four of them. She wanted to remind John what was available.

"John, it's ALL for you." Cameron said with a smile on her face and in her eyes. "Happy Valentine's Day…."

The wording of 'all' wasn't lost on any of them. It seemed as if Cameron was willing to 'share' on this special day and occasion. It was clear what she wanted for John and them.

Allison wanted to express their unity.

"One for all, and all for one." Allison said.

They all laughed.

Cameron decided today was a good day. It was everything she wanted. She hoped to take control of the situation.

"The drinks are on me." Cameron said.

The girls hadn't celebrated like this since the night they went miniature golfing. It laid the groundwork for all the love which followed.

Jesse was ready to get started.

"What are we waiting for?" Jesse asked.

Allison moved close to Vanna. She wanted to let Vanna know what she anticipated. She could already feel her body start to respond at the thought.

"We're waiting for our inhibitions to get drowned out." Allison whispered to Vanna.

It sounded like a plan to Vanna. She hoped it would be something like the last time. It led to a beautiful future with Jesse. She was ready to move her life forward. She wanted to get past the stigma of the future. She wanted to have a choice. Even if it was only one time, she still wanted to have a choice.

"Yup, what are we waiting for?" Vanna whispered back. "I'm ready for anything at this point."

Jesse was more than ready for anything right now.

"Let the good times roll." Jesse said.

Cameron hadn't been this 'happy' for a long time. She wanted to truly make it a special day for John and the girls. She was afraid none of them were 'ready'. She didn't want to spoil the work and effort John went through to surprise her.

She still believed she wouldn't have a better opportunity than tonight to cement the future and restore the 'Natural Order'. The thought only took a millisecond for Cameron to contemplate. It was what she wanted. She was more than willing to share with the women she loved. She wanted to make sure John would be protected and have comfort going forward. She still didn't think she would be around much longer. She pushed the thought from her mind with great difficulty. She wanted John to have the best Valentine's Day ever.

John wasn't sure what was going on in Cameron's mind. He wasn't going to question it. She looked very happy right now. He wasn't going to spoil it. He remembered when he did before when she was at the halfway house playing Foosball. He never saw her look happier than he did during the moment when he first spotted her inside. He reminded her what she was and it seemed to upset her greatly. It always made him sick to remember how the genuine smile vanished from her face when he told her what she was. He wasn't going to make the same mistake again.

"I'm in." John said. "We're going to do whatever Cameron wants."

Cameron couldn't have been happier. She wrote John a special Valentine's Day poem and gave him a few gifts, as he'd given her.

She would really like to make the first part of John's statement true for the three girls. She did want him 'in' all three of them. She wanted him protected and cared for. The true test of love was sacrifice. She planned to push her agenda.

Cameron was elated to think what was going to happen once she was able to get them all intoxicated.

"John, I'll be your Valentine." Cameron said.

Cameron wanted the best for John.

'We ALL will be….' Cameron thought.

She was very pleased with the way everything turned out. She knew John was going to have fun tonight.

Cameron thought maybe she would too….

'Real Wild Child (Wild One)' by 'Iggy Pop', played in Cameron's mind.

Closing monologue by Cameron:

Happy Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day
A day of loving expression
Showered gently upon YOU
With the greatest discretion

For every day that can hurt
May this cancel them all
To me you are so worthy
You need never feel small

To express deep affection
With flowers, candy and a gift
Will flood one with intense joy
Making fragile inner spirits lift

You are who you are
Never before me tainted
For such true sweet beauty
In my life you have painted

Warm hugs, tender kisses
Pure love in every way
To you I mean and say
Happy Valentine's Day

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