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A Dream Given Form: A Babylon 5 Self Insert
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Chapter 50: Z'Ha'Dum
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Stephen ends his walkabout and has his spiritual awakening. He recovers from his ordeal in Medlab. Garbaldi and Sheridan make preparations. Londo decides to deal with G'Kar once and for all as well as Lord Reefa. I make a visit to Delenn who is surprised to see me.
"I told John about Anna, Delenn."
The look she gives me makes me cringe.
"Why would you do such a thing?"
"Two reasons. The first is because he asked me to, and secondly to spare you the pain and shock when she comes onboard soon."
Delenn looks confused.
"The Shadows send Anna here to collect John to bring him to Za'Ha'Dum. Damn. I Shouldn't be telling you this but you need to know now."
"Know what?"
"When John goes to Za'Ha'Dum...he dies." I say plainly
That's twice now that I've hurt Delenn. She reels with the information
"I warned him." She whispers to me
"I know, but this always was meant to happen. Kosh warned Sheridan that if he exposed himself to everyone, he would not be there to help him at Za'Ha'Dum. He was always going to go Delenn, and Anna was their ace in the hole to get him there. But what you didn't have in the show---was me. The ultimate insider. I'm telling you this now to spare you pain. You see Delenn...while John goes to Za'Ha'Dum and dies...he also returns." I let that linger
"How long?" she finally asks
"About three weeks...give or take a day or two."
"Three weeks..."
"How does he return to life?" she asks
"I can't tell you that." I say not sure why I can't reveal about Lorien
"Susan must be told as well."
"I will leave it to you to do that. I have told you first because---"
"Because of John and I's relationship." she blushes...it's so cute.
"Yes."
"Thank you."
"Don't tell him you know this though. When Anna arrives in a few days time, we need to sell everything real. If she has even one iota that something is off---"
"I understand. Thank you Adam." and I bow to her
Later on I greet Lyta who has returned to the station. With everything going on right now I almost forgot. We meet up for drinks at the Zocalo.
"Hi." I say
"Hey yourself. You've changed since I was last on board. The uniform looks good." she greets
"A great many things have changed since we last saw each other. Are you all right?" I ask
"That's a difficult question to answer frankly. You know what I went through. Why I'm back here now, so yes and no I think is the response I would give."
"Lyta...I"
"It's okay. What was said between us before I left...was for that moment. Don't ruin it."
I just nod. ISN is on with a breaking report.
"Sheridan to Young."
"Young here sir."
"Are you watching..."
"I am sir." I tap the link again
"ISN sources are learning that the Resistance forces occupying Promixa III under the command of General William Hague have declared themselves an Government-In-Exile in direct response to actions taken by Earth Alliance President William Morgan Clark. Hague and his fleet have been illegally occupying Promixa for the last several months with little push back from the rightful government here on Earth. General Hague has been declared President of this Government-In-Exile---" The report goes on with profiles on Clark, Hauge, and the Senate in Exile.
I tap the link
"Young to Sheridan."
"Well...we're in the thick of it now. I didn't think he would do this." Sheridan replies
"Desperate times sir. This though gives Clark even more to think about. The rogue members of the Senate will flock to Promixa if they can and set up shop. I don't exactly have a problem with this."
"Have you spoken with Lianna about this?"
"Not since last session when she first brought this up with us. I didn't think they'd move so fast."
"Great. We'll have to monitor this." Sheridan replies
"Aye sir."
"Lianna?" Lyta asks
"Major Lianna Kemmer, we are both liaisons between our respective groups."
"Amongst other things..." Lyta smiles
"Lyta I.."
"You don't have to explain anything to me Adam. You bleed your emotions on strong topics...the way you said her name tipped you off." she says cupping her coffee
"Yeah..."
"Don't be embarrassed. I'm happy for you."
We talk some more and then part ways for now. I head to my quarters to get some well needed sleep.
December 21st. Anna Sheridan arrives on Babylon 5 appearing in front of Delenn while she and John are undergoing the Minbari sleeping ritual where the partners watch each other sleep. Stephen conducts his scan on Anna confirming she is who she is but also detects the Shadow implants. John, and Delenn act accordingly despite my telling them of Anna.
I meanwhile head to see Garibaldi before all hell breaks loose.
"Michael...we don't have a lot of time. I should have warned you about this a long time ago...but the station is going to come under attack by the Shadows. You will go off on a Starfury---but are captured. Don't leave the station when this happens. The Shadows won't remain here long enough to do anything."
"I can't just abandon my duty because something bad is going to happen to me. What's so great---"
"Sheridan to Garibaldi." He answers his Link.
It has begun.
"I've gotta go. We'll talk later."
No we won't.
Back in my quarters I find a message from Sheridan, triple encrypted. I play it. John smiles.
"Hello Adam. By the time you read this message I will have left the station with Anna for Za'Ha'Dum. I wanted to make this though to assure you that there is no ill will between us over Anna. I understand why you didn't tell me for so long. You were protecting me, as well as the timeline. Probably listening to what Kosh told you as well. It's not easy to disobey a Vorlon. I want you to know that over the last year---almost two--now that you've been aboard Babylon 5, I've come to see you as much more a just an eccentric consultant. You've become a friend. I know I've pushed you at times---because it's my job to do so. But I've also come to finally understand the burden you have on your shoulders. I know the others have told you this many times now, but you are never alone here. Don't think you are. Take care of them and the station in my absence. Tell Delenn---if you haven't already, that I forgive her and I love her dearly. Good Journey Adam. Thank you for making the impact on our lives that you have. Continue to do so, they'll need you now more than ever."
The message ceases as I hear Susan's voice over the station's comm as we're under attack. Shadows are massing. I head up to CIC. I rush by everyone and enter Command and Control.
"The Shadows are swarming us." Susan informs me as the station goes to Red Alert. I just stare at the main view port and see the Ant/Spider like ships mass. You fuckers. You absolute mad fuckers.
"Stand down our fighters." I say suddenly and Susan whirls around
"Excuse me? Do what now?" she replies
"In about ten minutes...stand down our fighters. No one will fire a shot. Just trust me, Susan."
Justin is giving his little speech to Sheridan now as The White Star is priming it's two nukes it has. Come on John.
Corwin reports exactly what I said. The Shadows aren't doing anything.
"They aren't responding, they aren't doing anything." Corwin reports
"What's happening Adam, why aren't they attacking us?" Susan
"I'm so sorry Susan." I say which confuses her even more. G'Kar comes up and nods to me while informing Susan two of the Gaim nukes are missing. Ivanova looks at me.
"What's happened, Adam? What's John done?"
"Given us a chance, Commander." I replied
Then the ships all retreat, jumping back. It's done. I close my eyes.
"It's done. He's gone. J-John's gone." I stammer. Witness to history once again as tingles shower me.
This is confirmed and like in my dream. I hold Susan as she begins to weep.
It is the end of the Earth Year 2260. My second year in this reality. The Shadow War has been put on pause. As G'Kar says in his closing monologue, suddenly and unexpectedly. It was as if the entire galaxy held it's breath, waiting to see what would happen next. But what no one else knows---is that there is still hope, at the centre of darkness lies a great light. We now just have to wait for that light to decide it wants back in the universe...
Stephen ends his walkabout and has his spiritual awakening. He recovers from his ordeal in Medlab. Garbaldi and Sheridan make preparations. Londo decides to deal with G'Kar once and for all as well as Lord Reefa. I make a visit to Delenn who is surprised to see me.
"I told John about Anna, Delenn."
The look she gives me makes me cringe.
"Why would you do such a thing?"
"Two reasons. The first is because he asked me to, and secondly to spare you the pain and shock when she comes onboard soon."
Delenn looks confused.
"The Shadows send Anna here to collect John to bring him to Za'Ha'Dum. Damn. I Shouldn't be telling you this but you need to know now."
"Know what?"
"When John goes to Za'Ha'Dum...he dies." I say plainly
That's twice now that I've hurt Delenn. She reels with the information
"I warned him." She whispers to me
"I know, but this always was meant to happen. Kosh warned Sheridan that if he exposed himself to everyone, he would not be there to help him at Za'Ha'Dum. He was always going to go Delenn, and Anna was their ace in the hole to get him there. But what you didn't have in the show---was me. The ultimate insider. I'm telling you this now to spare you pain. You see Delenn...while John goes to Za'Ha'Dum and dies...he also returns." I let that linger
"How long?" she finally asks
"About three weeks...give or take a day or two."
"Three weeks..."
"How does he return to life?" she asks
"I can't tell you that." I say not sure why I can't reveal about Lorien
"Susan must be told as well."
"I will leave it to you to do that. I have told you first because---"
"Because of John and I's relationship." she blushes...it's so cute.
"Yes."
"Thank you."
"Don't tell him you know this though. When Anna arrives in a few days time, we need to sell everything real. If she has even one iota that something is off---"
"I understand. Thank you Adam." and I bow to her
Later on I greet Lyta who has returned to the station. With everything going on right now I almost forgot. We meet up for drinks at the Zocalo.
"Hi." I say
"Hey yourself. You've changed since I was last on board. The uniform looks good." she greets
"A great many things have changed since we last saw each other. Are you all right?" I ask
"That's a difficult question to answer frankly. You know what I went through. Why I'm back here now, so yes and no I think is the response I would give."
"Lyta...I"
"It's okay. What was said between us before I left...was for that moment. Don't ruin it."
I just nod. ISN is on with a breaking report.
"Sheridan to Young."
"Young here sir."
"Are you watching..."
"I am sir." I tap the link again
"ISN sources are learning that the Resistance forces occupying Promixa III under the command of General William Hague have declared themselves an Government-In-Exile in direct response to actions taken by Earth Alliance President William Morgan Clark. Hague and his fleet have been illegally occupying Promixa for the last several months with little push back from the rightful government here on Earth. General Hague has been declared President of this Government-In-Exile---" The report goes on with profiles on Clark, Hauge, and the Senate in Exile.
I tap the link
"Young to Sheridan."
"Well...we're in the thick of it now. I didn't think he would do this." Sheridan replies
"Desperate times sir. This though gives Clark even more to think about. The rogue members of the Senate will flock to Promixa if they can and set up shop. I don't exactly have a problem with this."
"Have you spoken with Lianna about this?"
"Not since last session when she first brought this up with us. I didn't think they'd move so fast."
"Great. We'll have to monitor this." Sheridan replies
"Aye sir."
"Lianna?" Lyta asks
"Major Lianna Kemmer, we are both liaisons between our respective groups."
"Amongst other things..." Lyta smiles
"Lyta I.."
"You don't have to explain anything to me Adam. You bleed your emotions on strong topics...the way you said her name tipped you off." she says cupping her coffee
"Yeah..."
"Don't be embarrassed. I'm happy for you."
We talk some more and then part ways for now. I head to my quarters to get some well needed sleep.
December 21st. Anna Sheridan arrives on Babylon 5 appearing in front of Delenn while she and John are undergoing the Minbari sleeping ritual where the partners watch each other sleep. Stephen conducts his scan on Anna confirming she is who she is but also detects the Shadow implants. John, and Delenn act accordingly despite my telling them of Anna.
I meanwhile head to see Garibaldi before all hell breaks loose.
"Michael...we don't have a lot of time. I should have warned you about this a long time ago...but the station is going to come under attack by the Shadows. You will go off on a Starfury---but are captured. Don't leave the station when this happens. The Shadows won't remain here long enough to do anything."
"I can't just abandon my duty because something bad is going to happen to me. What's so great---"
"Sheridan to Garibaldi." He answers his Link.
It has begun.
"I've gotta go. We'll talk later."
No we won't.
Back in my quarters I find a message from Sheridan, triple encrypted. I play it. John smiles.
"Hello Adam. By the time you read this message I will have left the station with Anna for Za'Ha'Dum. I wanted to make this though to assure you that there is no ill will between us over Anna. I understand why you didn't tell me for so long. You were protecting me, as well as the timeline. Probably listening to what Kosh told you as well. It's not easy to disobey a Vorlon. I want you to know that over the last year---almost two--now that you've been aboard Babylon 5, I've come to see you as much more a just an eccentric consultant. You've become a friend. I know I've pushed you at times---because it's my job to do so. But I've also come to finally understand the burden you have on your shoulders. I know the others have told you this many times now, but you are never alone here. Don't think you are. Take care of them and the station in my absence. Tell Delenn---if you haven't already, that I forgive her and I love her dearly. Good Journey Adam. Thank you for making the impact on our lives that you have. Continue to do so, they'll need you now more than ever."
The message ceases as I hear Susan's voice over the station's comm as we're under attack. Shadows are massing. I head up to CIC. I rush by everyone and enter Command and Control.
"The Shadows are swarming us." Susan informs me as the station goes to Red Alert. I just stare at the main view port and see the Ant/Spider like ships mass. You fuckers. You absolute mad fuckers.
"Stand down our fighters." I say suddenly and Susan whirls around
"Excuse me? Do what now?" she replies
"In about ten minutes...stand down our fighters. No one will fire a shot. Just trust me, Susan."
Justin is giving his little speech to Sheridan now as The White Star is priming it's two nukes it has. Come on John.
Corwin reports exactly what I said. The Shadows aren't doing anything.
"They aren't responding, they aren't doing anything." Corwin reports
"What's happening Adam, why aren't they attacking us?" Susan
"I'm so sorry Susan." I say which confuses her even more. G'Kar comes up and nods to me while informing Susan two of the Gaim nukes are missing. Ivanova looks at me.
"What's happened, Adam? What's John done?"
"Given us a chance, Commander." I replied
Then the ships all retreat, jumping back. It's done. I close my eyes.
"It's done. He's gone. J-John's gone." I stammer. Witness to history once again as tingles shower me.
This is confirmed and like in my dream. I hold Susan as she begins to weep.
It is the end of the Earth Year 2260. My second year in this reality. The Shadow War has been put on pause. As G'Kar says in his closing monologue, suddenly and unexpectedly. It was as if the entire galaxy held it's breath, waiting to see what would happen next. But what no one else knows---is that there is still hope, at the centre of darkness lies a great light. We now just have to wait for that light to decide it wants back in the universe...
Chapter 51: Before The Return
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Happy New Year. It has been a week and a half since John Sheridan went to Za'Ha'Dum and died. It also has been that long since General William Hague went and declared the Resistance, the Government-In-Exile. A decision that hasn't exactly gone over well with some folks despite the fact that both myself and Sheridan approved of it. It has also been a week and a half since Michael Garibaldi has been missing, and that long since G'Kar went to investigate him despite my warning not to do so. No one listens to Zathras indeed. I sit in the War Room along with Lyta, Delenn, Lennier, Marcus, Zack, and Susan. We're on the comm line with Promixa III's new leadership. I have a very severe migraine headache growing as I listening to all the arguing. Did I mention that I have a very severe, headache?
"ENOUGH!" I roar and everyone stops yelling as I stand up and address the room.
"ENOUGH! This constant arguing and bickering is beneath you all. With all due respect General, Mr. President---there is no need for you to directly assume command operations here."
"Why is that, Mr. Young?"
"Because in about two weeks time, John Sheridan is going to return." Susan and Delenn exchange looks with one another. Susan's been told about this. To say she's skeptical is to ask if she's fully Russian.
"Mr. Young...all of Babylon 5's scans, all of the White Star's scans show otherwise. Your own Ms. Alexander has confirmed no brain activity, etc."
I exhale and try to remain calm. Calm Adam. Calm. He doesn't know what you know.
"With the greatest of respect sir...I know what happens. I also know this is hard for everyone to understand, especially since I'm reluctant to explain how this is possible, but I implore everyone to be patient with me. This is perhaps my greatest ask to date. I have faith---all I ask is that all of you do. Commander Ivanova is more than capable of commanding the station in that time. She will have help. What we need from you sir frankly is to focus on what is going on with Earth right now. Your little announcement was...a distraction we don't need right now."
"You said it was a good idea. Approved of it."
Are all politicians, children? In all realities? I think so. I sigh and sit back down. I'm tired. I've been awake nearly 8 days straight now. I've started drinking coffee...ick. I rub my temples.
"I do think it was a good idea. However announcing now...and I realize you had no idea what John was going to do...was just not a great idea. How many members of the senate have joined you since?"
"12. Susana Luchenko of the Russian Consortium arrived yesterday morning."
I smile to myself mostly. Good. That one was a huge get.
"General...I urge caution as I asked Lianna to tell you. Do what you need to do, but proceed with caution. Clark's going to be on high alert now more than before. He may even attempt to attack Promixa III."
"I will do what I must do Mr. Young. As will all of you." he sighs now
"All right. I'll back off on the command front. Babylon 5 is yours Commander Ivanova, but the moment there's further confirmation John Sheridan is dead..."
"I understand Mr. President, thank you." Susan answers
Lianna enters the picture briefly.
"Any word on Uncle Mike?" she asks using her informal address of him in public
"Not yet, Major. We'll inform you as soon as we have something."
She nods sadly. They then sign off and everyone sighs. Zack then turns to me.
"I know things have been hectic, and your attention has been taken in a dozen different decisions since the Captain...went missing...but if you have any information on where Mr. Garibaldi is...I'd appreciate it."
I shake my head.
"I don't recall coordinates of any kind Zack. All I know is that he's on some kind of unmarked transport. You'll have to jump gate to gate to locate it. His Starfury got swallowed up during the non Shadow attack somehow. That's the best I can do. Use the information that G'Kar obtained before his capture. Take Marcus with you." I say sadly
Allan looks at Susan.
"Permission to look for him, Commander?"
"Granted, but don't take too long Sgt. Marcus...." she nods and he gets up and they go together.
When the two of them leave I slump over in my chair. Nearly falling over.
"Adam," Susan says as she helps me back up with Delenn and Lyta. I start crying. I can't control it any more.
"I am sorry...I'm so sorry. I tried. I tried to warn all of you..."
"He's exhausted." Lyta says
"Ivanova to Medlab. We need medical attention in the War Room Stat."
"On our way." Franklin replies
I grab ahold of Susan's jacket.
"Do not take command of the White Star, Susan, for me. Don't do it for me."
"He's delirious." Lennier says
"I'm sorry...I'm sorry for everyone...." I Say before I pass out.
Happy New Year. It has been a week and a half since John Sheridan went to Za'Ha'Dum and died. It also has been that long since General William Hague went and declared the Resistance, the Government-In-Exile. A decision that hasn't exactly gone over well with some folks despite the fact that both myself and Sheridan approved of it. It has also been a week and a half since Michael Garibaldi has been missing, and that long since G'Kar went to investigate him despite my warning not to do so. No one listens to Zathras indeed. I sit in the War Room along with Lyta, Delenn, Lennier, Marcus, Zack, and Susan. We're on the comm line with Promixa III's new leadership. I have a very severe migraine headache growing as I listening to all the arguing. Did I mention that I have a very severe, headache?
"ENOUGH!" I roar and everyone stops yelling as I stand up and address the room.
"ENOUGH! This constant arguing and bickering is beneath you all. With all due respect General, Mr. President---there is no need for you to directly assume command operations here."
"Why is that, Mr. Young?"
"Because in about two weeks time, John Sheridan is going to return." Susan and Delenn exchange looks with one another. Susan's been told about this. To say she's skeptical is to ask if she's fully Russian.
"Mr. Young...all of Babylon 5's scans, all of the White Star's scans show otherwise. Your own Ms. Alexander has confirmed no brain activity, etc."
I exhale and try to remain calm. Calm Adam. Calm. He doesn't know what you know.
"With the greatest of respect sir...I know what happens. I also know this is hard for everyone to understand, especially since I'm reluctant to explain how this is possible, but I implore everyone to be patient with me. This is perhaps my greatest ask to date. I have faith---all I ask is that all of you do. Commander Ivanova is more than capable of commanding the station in that time. She will have help. What we need from you sir frankly is to focus on what is going on with Earth right now. Your little announcement was...a distraction we don't need right now."
"You said it was a good idea. Approved of it."
Are all politicians, children? In all realities? I think so. I sigh and sit back down. I'm tired. I've been awake nearly 8 days straight now. I've started drinking coffee...ick. I rub my temples.
"I do think it was a good idea. However announcing now...and I realize you had no idea what John was going to do...was just not a great idea. How many members of the senate have joined you since?"
"12. Susana Luchenko of the Russian Consortium arrived yesterday morning."
I smile to myself mostly. Good. That one was a huge get.
"General...I urge caution as I asked Lianna to tell you. Do what you need to do, but proceed with caution. Clark's going to be on high alert now more than before. He may even attempt to attack Promixa III."
"I will do what I must do Mr. Young. As will all of you." he sighs now
"All right. I'll back off on the command front. Babylon 5 is yours Commander Ivanova, but the moment there's further confirmation John Sheridan is dead..."
"I understand Mr. President, thank you." Susan answers
Lianna enters the picture briefly.
"Any word on Uncle Mike?" she asks using her informal address of him in public
"Not yet, Major. We'll inform you as soon as we have something."
She nods sadly. They then sign off and everyone sighs. Zack then turns to me.
"I know things have been hectic, and your attention has been taken in a dozen different decisions since the Captain...went missing...but if you have any information on where Mr. Garibaldi is...I'd appreciate it."
I shake my head.
"I don't recall coordinates of any kind Zack. All I know is that he's on some kind of unmarked transport. You'll have to jump gate to gate to locate it. His Starfury got swallowed up during the non Shadow attack somehow. That's the best I can do. Use the information that G'Kar obtained before his capture. Take Marcus with you." I say sadly
Allan looks at Susan.
"Permission to look for him, Commander?"
"Granted, but don't take too long Sgt. Marcus...." she nods and he gets up and they go together.
When the two of them leave I slump over in my chair. Nearly falling over.
"Adam," Susan says as she helps me back up with Delenn and Lyta. I start crying. I can't control it any more.
"I am sorry...I'm so sorry. I tried. I tried to warn all of you..."
"He's exhausted." Lyta says
"Ivanova to Medlab. We need medical attention in the War Room Stat."
"On our way." Franklin replies
I grab ahold of Susan's jacket.
"Do not take command of the White Star, Susan, for me. Don't do it for me."
"He's delirious." Lennier says
"I'm sorry...I'm sorry for everyone...." I Say before I pass out.