Chapter 122 (1/2)

Atlantis

Several hours had passed since the subspace message from Ares. Knowing Doctor Weir had been retrieved and was in route preparations already made were finalized. Zelenka having finalized these preparations minutes before joined Mr. Woolsey, Colonel Lorne, and a security detail in front of the stargate.

”I for one am glad we went back for one of our own” said Lorne.

”I agree with you fully Colonel” replied Radek.

”This wasn't my first choice, but this order came from the President. A security detail is to remain with her at all times until our arrival at the destination Colonel” instructed Woolsey.

”Understood Mr. Woolsey” replied Lorne.

In a flash of light Weir appeared in front of the gathering of men. Seeing those awaiting her arrival a smile crossed Elizabeth's face, even if it was a face the men once knew as Fran.

”Doctor Weir, welcome to Atlantis. It's good to have you back with us” said Woolsey somewhat stiffly.

”Hello Richard. I see command has been good to you” replied Weir.

”Doctor Weir, always a pleasure” said Lorne in welcome.

”Hello Major, a pleasure to see you also” replied Weir.

”Actually it's Lieutenant Colonel now” pointed out Lorne with a smile.

”I have been gone awhile then. Congratulations Colonel on a well deserved promotion” said Weir with a warm smile.

”Elizabeth, welcome back. It's good to see you” said Radek with heartfelt emotion and respect evident in his voice.

”Radek, how have you been” Weir asked.

”I am well, we'll catch up on all that has happened in the lab during the trip to the Milky Way” replied Radek.

”Mr. Woolsey, will I be permitted to join Doctor Zelenka in his lab” asked Weir.

”Yes you will, in fact I must insist. We will be replacing the body you are currently in for one modeled after your human body. I must ask that you give thought during our trip home to whether you wish to retain your replicator form or be given a human body” said Woolsey.