SGU Ficcage
Have been working on this fic more. I seriously need to work on the other stories...
Title: Untitled
Author: Carrie Key
Disclaimers: It's MGM, and SciFi (the other way is stupid), and very little of this is mine.
Summary: Why is Telford such a jerk most of the time?
Author note: Not so much a one shot anymore. And in case you havn’t noticed yet, spoilers do abound here. Tread carefullly should you not want to be spoiled.
Untitled 3/?
Quiet stole over her as she worked; Eli was off with Chloe and the Colonel, and Dr. Rush off somewhere. Kira liked these moments, when she got them, as times to turn off her mp3 player and listen to The Destiny. She didn’t like the chatter of people for the most part and always used music as a means to focus on her tasks. Crowds were not her thing, and most of the time the visible ear buds would put others off and they would leave her be. And today she wanted to listen to Destiny. Each ship she had been on had its own ‘sound’, and Destiny’s was vastly different. Perhaps it was the age, maybe the design, Kira didn’t know. She just enjoyed it.
“Kira?” Colonel Young’s voice was heard, but instinct told her it wasn’t him. The tone was off, so was the inflection.
She turned around to face the man standing in the doorway. Again, it had been some time since the last time he’d checked up on her, but at least he hadn’t been on the ship ignoring her during that time either. “David.”
“I was hoping we could talk.” He looked nervous, and Kira suspected he really didn’t want to be talking to her.
“So, talk.” She watched as he fidgeted and acted very unlike himself.
“You should have come to the meeting like General O’Neill requested.”
“Why? So he would let you corner me and we talk and everything will be fine between us? No. I have better things to do with my time right now, David. Like now. There are translations that need to be done and information organized so we can work on figuring out more of this ship. Or have you and the rest of Earth forgotten we’re trapped here, in space, billions of years away, on a ship that is falling apart? Oh, and did I forget to mention, we are running very short on supplies like water?”
David figured he deserved this from her. She was still hurting, he could see that. “We’re getting you, all of you, home, today.”
She narrowed her almond eyes at him, not speaking. Kira thought, trying to discern if this was some sort of dream, or if it was him telling her the truth. “Really? Found a power source for the Destiny that you can somehow manage to get back here, from the Milky Way or Pegasus and then we can dial the ‘Gate home? Or you’ve gotten in touch with a new alien race that has the ability to traverse several galaxies in a single bound? Oh, I know? We’re going to try one of the most dangerous maneuvers ever; with an aging space ship that we have no idea if it will survive!”
“Kira, for one minute, can you stop being a bitch and let me tell you what will be happening?” He raised his voice. David was growing tired of the snide and short comments. He hoped this thing would work so he could have her home and show her that he really did care for her, and that she could go back to being his Kira.
“So, tell me, David. Don’t be so damn cryptic!”
“Like you were told earlier, we’ve had top scientists working on the power issue, and why Destiny can’t dial out to Earth.” He took a few steps into the room, heading towards one of the benches on the wall, across form the console she was working on. His idea was that if he sat, she would follow. As he continued talking and going into the finer details of the plan, he saw that she wasn’t going to go along with his thoughts or ideas. “We know there are risks, and that there is a possibility that things could go horribly wrong, but I have assurances that a major catastrophe will be averted and all will be safe.”
She stood there, with her tiny frame, arms crossed, and her very Japanese features glaring at him. Her long hair was bound up in a messy bun, the kind he used to love to pull down for her, releasing the dark locks with the wavy curls. Colonel Telford was no fool. He was keenly aware that those on board the ship was against him, and that they didn’t trust this plan. But he needed to get Kira, in particular off of this ship.
“Why don’t you agree with the plan?”
“Because after much thought and reflection, it isn’t sound. It’s one of desperation and will cause the demise of all on this ship.”
“You talked to Rush, then?” David knew when Kira had made up her mind and would not be swayed.
“Of course I did. When Colonel Young said you would be on board the ship and leading this fool hearty mission I made sure to talk it over with him, as well as several of the other scientists here so I could make an informed decision. Trying to drain the power and then using a star to fuel the Stargate? Who came up with that idea? Have they not read all of the mission reports of the SG Teams, especially SG-1? I find it hard to believe that General O’Neill would endorse such a plan. The sun has proven to make wormholes unstable.” None of this made any sense. Something else was going on in the background and she didn’t like it. Maybe she should have gone back to Earth when General O’Neill requested. There might have been a chance she could bring them all to their senses.
“It was a direct order from the President.”
“Then he’s a fool. He has no idea what it is that really happens out here. He should have more faith in Jack and the rest of the Stargate Program and tell the IOA to jump the nearest bridge.”
“Kira, please. I don’t want this ending up as an argument. I’d rather spend our time talking…”
“We have been talking, David. You’ve said some words and I’ve said a few, we both have listened to the other. That’s called talking.”
“You know that’s not what I mean…”
“I have no wish to…”
“Kaitlin and I had a long talk the other day.” He interrupted her. “She enlightened me to a few things that I didn’t see happening in our relationship, things I really wish you had hit me over the head harder about.”
“You think to soften me up a bit by bringing up my sister? The one that can’t stand you? That somehow me being here has helped to bring you two closer?” Kira’s older sister was famous for her dislike of her brother-in-law.
“Daniel helped me.” He stated sheepishly.
“You really are a coward, aren’t you?” Kira sighed. “You knew Kaitlin adores Daniel and so you pulled him in on your little journey to try and win me back.”
“I thought I was doing pretty well, until I got scared and disappointed you.”
She smacked her hand down on the console, “Please David! You better not finish that thought. I’m already at wit’s end with you. I think, right now it would be best if you just went ahead with your little fool plan, and allow me to continue on with my work here. Regardless of what happens General O’Neill will want whatever information I retain from this ship.” Kira took her ear buds, placing them in her ear and turned her mp3 player on. She returned her attention to the console before her, continuing on with her task of sorting through the information that it contained within.
But David was not done, not yet. Standing up he grabs her arm, forcing her to look at him. “You need to listen to me, Kira. We cannot go on like this!”
“Didn’t I tell you I was busy? Oh wait, that’s just like when I told you to sign the divorce papers, and I doubt you have.” She yanks her arm away from him. “Touch me again, and Colonel Young will be wondering why he can’t walk anymore.”
He knew it wasn’t a veiled threat, and he should take her seriously. One of the conditions of using the stones was to not to do intentional harm to the host body. But he could not give up. “I love you, Kira, and I want my wife back!” Cupping her face rather harshly, Telford kissed Kira, throwing himself into it.
Kira acted on instinct. She didn’t intend to hurt Colonel Young’s body, but this was wrong on many levels. First, they were in the middle of a divorce and second, this wasn’t even his body. She shoved him away, followed by her fist connecting with his chest, knocking the wind out of him. “What the hell, David!”
He just laid there on the ground, hand to his chest, looking up at her. Embarrassment, hurt and anger mixed themselves onto his face. The sounds of running footsteps could be heard coming down the hallway. David quickly rose up, not feeling well as he did. He couldn’t let the others see him on the ground. “Have it your way, Kira. You know where I’ll be when you decide to grow up and talk like an adult.”
“Fine, off with you then.”
He left as Lt. Scott and Sgt. Riley came in. “Colonel, sir? Everything all right?”
“Fine. Are we ready to start on the repairs?” He kept on walking. Scott followed, Riley lingered for a moment.
“You ok, Dr. Amuro?” Riley asked her.
“I will be once this is all said and done.”
****
He searched her out again. This was something that wasn’t going to wait. After it happened, they dropped out of FTL, and he found himself in a very precarious position, David needed to tell Kira. Make sure she understood that they needed to get her home now. He wasn’t going to allow Young to use his body like that again. She was in her quarters, packing her things, as everyone had been instructed to do. They had to have their things ready and in the ‘Gate room before they finished the final phase of the mission.
“Kira…”
“I have nothing more to say to you David. So don’t.” She was folding up her few pieces of clothing and placing them into the duffel bag.
“I just thought you’d like to know what your Colonel Young is up to, with my body.”
From the corner of her eye she could see he was stressed. And not the high strung stress that was typical for him. Something had happened. “What is it?” Placing her things back on the bed, she reached out to him, taking his hands.
“We just dropped out of FTL for a moment, and it must have interfered with the stones, somehow. I saw, or rather, experienced what Young was up to.”
“What?” She could imagine what was coming, but she rather hoped that it wasn’t.
“He was with his wife and they were having sex.” He paused. “With my body,” he finished quietly.
“What?!” Kira was in shock. She expected something like this from several of the others on board, and vice versa. It was one of the reasons she didn’t like using the stones.
“One minute I was talking to Lt. Scott and the next, there she was, on top of me.” He let her lead him to the bed to sit.
“How could he…?” Kira was beyond flabbergasted. Someone she considered a friend, using her husband’s body in this manner… It didn’t sound like Everett… Then again he’d been determined to go after Emily and keep her with him, almost as determined as David seemed to be with her today.
“They never laid down any concrete rules since the Communication Stones primary purpose was to send reports more easily.”
“Well, they should have.” If David wanted her more sympathetic to him, this is what it took. Kira was beyond upset, and felt a few emotions for David that she had buried deep resurface.
“I can’t blame him, I just… It would have been nice to be privy to what he wanted to do.”
“And what? Ask permission? Would you have said yes? I can’t imagine that would have gone over well. ‘Telford, I’m going to use your body to have a conjugal visit with my wife who hates my guts. Is it all right with you?’ I can see you decking him for even thinking it.” She ran her hand up and down his back.
“I know the thought has crossed my mind, use his body, or somebody’s, so I could be with you again…”
“And I know it was quickly followed with a vision me shouting a resounding ‘Hell no!’.” She gave him her stern look.
“Of course it was. I know you better than that.” They looked at each other for a long while; both deep in reflection. “Where did I go wrong with you, Kira?”
“Where did we go wrong with each other, David? You weren’t the only one to screw things, up and you know it.”
****
Colonel Everett Young walked through the halls of The Destiny. He’d heard about what Telford had done from everybody. Rather, the many things he did. Greer said he was fine, and had expected Telford to throw him in the brig like that. Dr. Rush, TJ and everyone else were getting over having Telford in command temporarily. But Lt. Scott did enlighten him to another incident with Dr. Amuro. So he thought he best go and check on her. Camille and TJ both said she was upset the last they saw her. He imagined she would be at the thought of her husband being a coward when things looked like they were going downhill quick on the ship.
She was on the Observation Deck, looking out over the ship, her legs tucked underneath her on the bench. He could tell she’d been crying, her cheeks tear streaked and her arms crossed tightly in front of her. “Dr. Amuro? Kira?”
“Colonel Young.” Her voice sounded less than pleased.
“Lt. Scott told me that there was an incident between you and Telford. You all right?” He sat down next to her, feeling the cold coming off of her in waves.
“Oh, I’m fine, Colonel. David and I have come to an understanding. I think it’s you and he that need to have a talk, don’t you?” She didn’t bother looking at him.
“What are you talking about?” He hoped that when things went crazy with the stones and the FTL drive that Telford hadn’t realized what was happening between him and Emily.
“How could you do that, Everett? I know you and David don’t like each other, but how could you morally and ethically have sex with Emily using my husband’s body?”
Young didn’t know where to start. Yeah, it was messed up he’d done that, but who could blame him? It was his wife… but then he didn’t take into consideration the fact that Telford was a married man, happily or no. “I...”
“Nothing you say right now will make it better. I feel betrayed, besides grossed out. I considered you a friend. We may not be close, but I figured we were close enough that you wouldn’t do something like this, never dreamed you would.” She stood up, wiping fresh tears from her face. Finally she looked at him. “Let’s make this perfectly clear, Colonel Young. You are in charge here on this ship. I will follow orders and do what I need to do to help ensure the survival of all aboard this hunk of junk. You have no worries of that. Things will be as though nothing happened that should not have happened.”
“However, Colonel, should you be looking for a friend, look somewhere else. I am not that anymore. Perhaps one day, when things have cooled off and we can resolve this issue, but not now.” Kira finished and began walking away.
Young reached out for her hand. “Kira. I don’t know what to say. Other than I’m sorry…”
“It’s not good enough, Colonel. That is my husband’s body you used. I cannot forgive that.”
She left him alone on the Deck, only the sound of Destiny moving through space could be heard.
Title: Untitled
Author: Carrie Key
Disclaimers: It's MGM, and SciFi (the other way is stupid), and very little of this is mine.
Summary: Why is Telford such a jerk most of the time?
Author note: Not so much a one shot anymore. And in case you havn’t noticed yet, spoilers do abound here. Tread carefullly should you not want to be spoiled.
Untitled 3/?
Quiet stole over her as she worked; Eli was off with Chloe and the Colonel, and Dr. Rush off somewhere. Kira liked these moments, when she got them, as times to turn off her mp3 player and listen to The Destiny. She didn’t like the chatter of people for the most part and always used music as a means to focus on her tasks. Crowds were not her thing, and most of the time the visible ear buds would put others off and they would leave her be. And today she wanted to listen to Destiny. Each ship she had been on had its own ‘sound’, and Destiny’s was vastly different. Perhaps it was the age, maybe the design, Kira didn’t know. She just enjoyed it.
“Kira?” Colonel Young’s voice was heard, but instinct told her it wasn’t him. The tone was off, so was the inflection.
She turned around to face the man standing in the doorway. Again, it had been some time since the last time he’d checked up on her, but at least he hadn’t been on the ship ignoring her during that time either. “David.”
“I was hoping we could talk.” He looked nervous, and Kira suspected he really didn’t want to be talking to her.
“So, talk.” She watched as he fidgeted and acted very unlike himself.
“You should have come to the meeting like General O’Neill requested.”
“Why? So he would let you corner me and we talk and everything will be fine between us? No. I have better things to do with my time right now, David. Like now. There are translations that need to be done and information organized so we can work on figuring out more of this ship. Or have you and the rest of Earth forgotten we’re trapped here, in space, billions of years away, on a ship that is falling apart? Oh, and did I forget to mention, we are running very short on supplies like water?”
David figured he deserved this from her. She was still hurting, he could see that. “We’re getting you, all of you, home, today.”
She narrowed her almond eyes at him, not speaking. Kira thought, trying to discern if this was some sort of dream, or if it was him telling her the truth. “Really? Found a power source for the Destiny that you can somehow manage to get back here, from the Milky Way or Pegasus and then we can dial the ‘Gate home? Or you’ve gotten in touch with a new alien race that has the ability to traverse several galaxies in a single bound? Oh, I know? We’re going to try one of the most dangerous maneuvers ever; with an aging space ship that we have no idea if it will survive!”
“Kira, for one minute, can you stop being a bitch and let me tell you what will be happening?” He raised his voice. David was growing tired of the snide and short comments. He hoped this thing would work so he could have her home and show her that he really did care for her, and that she could go back to being his Kira.
“So, tell me, David. Don’t be so damn cryptic!”
“Like you were told earlier, we’ve had top scientists working on the power issue, and why Destiny can’t dial out to Earth.” He took a few steps into the room, heading towards one of the benches on the wall, across form the console she was working on. His idea was that if he sat, she would follow. As he continued talking and going into the finer details of the plan, he saw that she wasn’t going to go along with his thoughts or ideas. “We know there are risks, and that there is a possibility that things could go horribly wrong, but I have assurances that a major catastrophe will be averted and all will be safe.”
She stood there, with her tiny frame, arms crossed, and her very Japanese features glaring at him. Her long hair was bound up in a messy bun, the kind he used to love to pull down for her, releasing the dark locks with the wavy curls. Colonel Telford was no fool. He was keenly aware that those on board the ship was against him, and that they didn’t trust this plan. But he needed to get Kira, in particular off of this ship.
“Why don’t you agree with the plan?”
“Because after much thought and reflection, it isn’t sound. It’s one of desperation and will cause the demise of all on this ship.”
“You talked to Rush, then?” David knew when Kira had made up her mind and would not be swayed.
“Of course I did. When Colonel Young said you would be on board the ship and leading this fool hearty mission I made sure to talk it over with him, as well as several of the other scientists here so I could make an informed decision. Trying to drain the power and then using a star to fuel the Stargate? Who came up with that idea? Have they not read all of the mission reports of the SG Teams, especially SG-1? I find it hard to believe that General O’Neill would endorse such a plan. The sun has proven to make wormholes unstable.” None of this made any sense. Something else was going on in the background and she didn’t like it. Maybe she should have gone back to Earth when General O’Neill requested. There might have been a chance she could bring them all to their senses.
“It was a direct order from the President.”
“Then he’s a fool. He has no idea what it is that really happens out here. He should have more faith in Jack and the rest of the Stargate Program and tell the IOA to jump the nearest bridge.”
“Kira, please. I don’t want this ending up as an argument. I’d rather spend our time talking…”
“We have been talking, David. You’ve said some words and I’ve said a few, we both have listened to the other. That’s called talking.”
“You know that’s not what I mean…”
“I have no wish to…”
“Kaitlin and I had a long talk the other day.” He interrupted her. “She enlightened me to a few things that I didn’t see happening in our relationship, things I really wish you had hit me over the head harder about.”
“You think to soften me up a bit by bringing up my sister? The one that can’t stand you? That somehow me being here has helped to bring you two closer?” Kira’s older sister was famous for her dislike of her brother-in-law.
“Daniel helped me.” He stated sheepishly.
“You really are a coward, aren’t you?” Kira sighed. “You knew Kaitlin adores Daniel and so you pulled him in on your little journey to try and win me back.”
“I thought I was doing pretty well, until I got scared and disappointed you.”
She smacked her hand down on the console, “Please David! You better not finish that thought. I’m already at wit’s end with you. I think, right now it would be best if you just went ahead with your little fool plan, and allow me to continue on with my work here. Regardless of what happens General O’Neill will want whatever information I retain from this ship.” Kira took her ear buds, placing them in her ear and turned her mp3 player on. She returned her attention to the console before her, continuing on with her task of sorting through the information that it contained within.
But David was not done, not yet. Standing up he grabs her arm, forcing her to look at him. “You need to listen to me, Kira. We cannot go on like this!”
“Didn’t I tell you I was busy? Oh wait, that’s just like when I told you to sign the divorce papers, and I doubt you have.” She yanks her arm away from him. “Touch me again, and Colonel Young will be wondering why he can’t walk anymore.”
He knew it wasn’t a veiled threat, and he should take her seriously. One of the conditions of using the stones was to not to do intentional harm to the host body. But he could not give up. “I love you, Kira, and I want my wife back!” Cupping her face rather harshly, Telford kissed Kira, throwing himself into it.
Kira acted on instinct. She didn’t intend to hurt Colonel Young’s body, but this was wrong on many levels. First, they were in the middle of a divorce and second, this wasn’t even his body. She shoved him away, followed by her fist connecting with his chest, knocking the wind out of him. “What the hell, David!”
He just laid there on the ground, hand to his chest, looking up at her. Embarrassment, hurt and anger mixed themselves onto his face. The sounds of running footsteps could be heard coming down the hallway. David quickly rose up, not feeling well as he did. He couldn’t let the others see him on the ground. “Have it your way, Kira. You know where I’ll be when you decide to grow up and talk like an adult.”
“Fine, off with you then.”
He left as Lt. Scott and Sgt. Riley came in. “Colonel, sir? Everything all right?”
“Fine. Are we ready to start on the repairs?” He kept on walking. Scott followed, Riley lingered for a moment.
“You ok, Dr. Amuro?” Riley asked her.
“I will be once this is all said and done.”
****
He searched her out again. This was something that wasn’t going to wait. After it happened, they dropped out of FTL, and he found himself in a very precarious position, David needed to tell Kira. Make sure she understood that they needed to get her home now. He wasn’t going to allow Young to use his body like that again. She was in her quarters, packing her things, as everyone had been instructed to do. They had to have their things ready and in the ‘Gate room before they finished the final phase of the mission.
“Kira…”
“I have nothing more to say to you David. So don’t.” She was folding up her few pieces of clothing and placing them into the duffel bag.
“I just thought you’d like to know what your Colonel Young is up to, with my body.”
From the corner of her eye she could see he was stressed. And not the high strung stress that was typical for him. Something had happened. “What is it?” Placing her things back on the bed, she reached out to him, taking his hands.
“We just dropped out of FTL for a moment, and it must have interfered with the stones, somehow. I saw, or rather, experienced what Young was up to.”
“What?” She could imagine what was coming, but she rather hoped that it wasn’t.
“He was with his wife and they were having sex.” He paused. “With my body,” he finished quietly.
“What?!” Kira was in shock. She expected something like this from several of the others on board, and vice versa. It was one of the reasons she didn’t like using the stones.
“One minute I was talking to Lt. Scott and the next, there she was, on top of me.” He let her lead him to the bed to sit.
“How could he…?” Kira was beyond flabbergasted. Someone she considered a friend, using her husband’s body in this manner… It didn’t sound like Everett… Then again he’d been determined to go after Emily and keep her with him, almost as determined as David seemed to be with her today.
“They never laid down any concrete rules since the Communication Stones primary purpose was to send reports more easily.”
“Well, they should have.” If David wanted her more sympathetic to him, this is what it took. Kira was beyond upset, and felt a few emotions for David that she had buried deep resurface.
“I can’t blame him, I just… It would have been nice to be privy to what he wanted to do.”
“And what? Ask permission? Would you have said yes? I can’t imagine that would have gone over well. ‘Telford, I’m going to use your body to have a conjugal visit with my wife who hates my guts. Is it all right with you?’ I can see you decking him for even thinking it.” She ran her hand up and down his back.
“I know the thought has crossed my mind, use his body, or somebody’s, so I could be with you again…”
“And I know it was quickly followed with a vision me shouting a resounding ‘Hell no!’.” She gave him her stern look.
“Of course it was. I know you better than that.” They looked at each other for a long while; both deep in reflection. “Where did I go wrong with you, Kira?”
“Where did we go wrong with each other, David? You weren’t the only one to screw things, up and you know it.”
****
Colonel Everett Young walked through the halls of The Destiny. He’d heard about what Telford had done from everybody. Rather, the many things he did. Greer said he was fine, and had expected Telford to throw him in the brig like that. Dr. Rush, TJ and everyone else were getting over having Telford in command temporarily. But Lt. Scott did enlighten him to another incident with Dr. Amuro. So he thought he best go and check on her. Camille and TJ both said she was upset the last they saw her. He imagined she would be at the thought of her husband being a coward when things looked like they were going downhill quick on the ship.
She was on the Observation Deck, looking out over the ship, her legs tucked underneath her on the bench. He could tell she’d been crying, her cheeks tear streaked and her arms crossed tightly in front of her. “Dr. Amuro? Kira?”
“Colonel Young.” Her voice sounded less than pleased.
“Lt. Scott told me that there was an incident between you and Telford. You all right?” He sat down next to her, feeling the cold coming off of her in waves.
“Oh, I’m fine, Colonel. David and I have come to an understanding. I think it’s you and he that need to have a talk, don’t you?” She didn’t bother looking at him.
“What are you talking about?” He hoped that when things went crazy with the stones and the FTL drive that Telford hadn’t realized what was happening between him and Emily.
“How could you do that, Everett? I know you and David don’t like each other, but how could you morally and ethically have sex with Emily using my husband’s body?”
Young didn’t know where to start. Yeah, it was messed up he’d done that, but who could blame him? It was his wife… but then he didn’t take into consideration the fact that Telford was a married man, happily or no. “I...”
“Nothing you say right now will make it better. I feel betrayed, besides grossed out. I considered you a friend. We may not be close, but I figured we were close enough that you wouldn’t do something like this, never dreamed you would.” She stood up, wiping fresh tears from her face. Finally she looked at him. “Let’s make this perfectly clear, Colonel Young. You are in charge here on this ship. I will follow orders and do what I need to do to help ensure the survival of all aboard this hunk of junk. You have no worries of that. Things will be as though nothing happened that should not have happened.”
“However, Colonel, should you be looking for a friend, look somewhere else. I am not that anymore. Perhaps one day, when things have cooled off and we can resolve this issue, but not now.” Kira finished and began walking away.
Young reached out for her hand. “Kira. I don’t know what to say. Other than I’m sorry…”
“It’s not good enough, Colonel. That is my husband’s body you used. I cannot forgive that.”
She left him alone on the Deck, only the sound of Destiny moving through space could be heard.