hathor_girl

Sam POV

"Martouf?" I ask, surprised. Then I smile at him. I can feel my heart beat faster.

He smile back at me. "Samantha." He bows his head in greeting at General Hammond. "Hello, General."

"Hello, Martouf. What brings you here?" Hammond wonders. "Is there a problem?"

"Not at all. I am aware Jacob is here, but my mission is separate from his."

I look at the large box he is carrying. "What is that?"

"Some of the Goa'uld technology you expressed interest in. As well as a few other things."

"The Council actually agreed to my request?" I probably look as surprised as I feel.

Martouf smiles. "They did. I will also be remaining here for the next several days - as long as a week, of needed - so I can assist you, if necessary."

"That's great!" I smile wider. I feel very happy. Not only have I wanted to study some choice pieces of Goa'uld tech, but now I get an instructor in them as well - and it's Martouf!

He's staying here for several days! With me! And for at least the next four days it will more or less only with me, as my team mates, my dad, and pretty much anyone here is on vacation.

I feel like dancing around! Or hugging Martouf.

I do neither, though, I force myself to remain calm.

Hammond smiles as well. "This is good news! I am afraid there are few people here, due to the winter holidays, but perhaps Major Carter will be able to remain here?"

"Absolutely, sir!" I grin. "I mean, I was intending to stay on the base and work anyway, so that will work out very well."

"All right." Hammond nods. "Major, about those artifact we are shipping to Area 51..."

"No problem. I will go and take care of them immediately. Martouf - let's get that box to my lab, and then you can wait for me there. Will that be okay? It shouldn't take more than a couple hours, but I'm afraid it's necessary to do it now... mail pickup is earlier during the holidays."

Martouf nods. "That is not a problem, Samantha."

"I will arrange for quarters to be provided for Martouf." Hammond says. "I will put him in some of the quarters on the same level as your quarters, Major, then you're there if he needs anything."

"Sounds good. Come, Martouf!"

"Yes, Samantha."

We hurry to my lab, making a little small talk on the way. Not much - my mind is suddenly blank on what to say, now when Martouf and Lantash are finally here with me.

We arrive at my lab, and I let Martouf in. He places the large box on my desk, and I must admit I am more than a little curious at what tech he has brought. We already have hand devices and a healing device here, so he doesn't need to bring that...

I shake my head at myself. Then I notice the pile of reports on the table. "Oh, right! I forgot about those! It's some reports with information we are sharing with you guys... with the Tok'ra. Part of the agreement, and what not. Anyway, if you want, you can take a look at? See if you have any questions. You can read our language, right?"

"I can. Jacob has taught me." Martouf sits down at my desk.

"Great - see you in a couple hours or so!"