Chapter 79 (1/2)

Home World Command

Many times since the beginning of the Tauri-Lucian Alliance war it had been discovered that enemy agents lurked within. The most flagrant instance was the brainwashing of Colonel Telford after his time undercover within the Alliance. The battle of the super gate was the newest proof of either a mole within Home World Command or high level intelligence leaks. Operational security was already the mantra of the ultra secret government agency, but that wasn't enough.

At the President's direction Home World Command and the SGC were being assigned an untold number of counter intelligence specialists from the FBI, CIA, and the four branches of the armed forces. No one outside of a handful of people knew just how many of these special agents were being brought in. Clearly an all hands on deck effort to stem the leaks was beginning.

Pluto

The last two weeks had seen Arkos Station abuzz with activity. A constant flow of supplies had arrived through the stations recently added Pegasus model stargate. The amount of material flowing from the SGC to Arkos was staggering in its amount. Each gate activation brought forth countless crates, pallets, and milspec containers. Assisting in this herculean logistical effort were several vessels of the Tauri fleet. Traversing the distance between the station and earth in short periods of time the vessels beamed aboard food supplies in gargantuan quantities for delivery to the station.

When the Atlantis expedition first left for Pegasus they left the SGC with what they could carry or easily roll through the gate. The Borealis expedition was being done in a much more civilized manner. Ten days earlier the assorted expedition members began arriving with their personal effects. Each was assigned quarters aboard the ancient city ship and began the process of familiarizing themselves with its systems. With the Borealis AI's assistance in scant days each member was soon adept at the most complex of functions. It helped that many of the members aboard had previously served assignments on Atlantis.

Seated in the expedition commanders office Daniel was going over last minute reports from his assorted department heads. He was amazed at the staggering amount of paperwork involved in being in command. Maybe this is why Jack had resisted promotion so many times he thought.

”Daniel Jackson, may I speak with you for a moment” asked Teal'c.

”Sure Teal'c, come on in” replied Daniel.

”We have received a subspace transmission from the Ajax. Colonel Young reports that all vessels have arrived at our destination planet. Deployment of defense satellites has already begun, and he stated the underwater geothermal power platform will be deployed and in place upon our arrival” stated Teal'c.

”Great. That should make things a bit easier for us when we arrive. I'll need you to ensure we get the three backup zpm's before we depart” reminded Daniel.

”Already done Daniel Jackson. Before my departure from Earth I made a large purchase of DVD's for our viewing pleasure. I also have a popcorn maker” grinned Teal'c.

”I look forward to movie night. Ok, how is your department looking” asked Daniel.

”They are young but seasoned warriors. If the time comes for them to demonstrate their ability I am confident they will do so. I am especially impressed with the abilities of Master Sergeant Greer. I see much of myself in him” added Teal'c.

”Colonel Young filled me in on Greer. Just keep an eye on him so he stays out of trouble” reminded Daniel.