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Chapter Three: Citadel Council

Citadel, Council - 2001 AC – Velona (P4X-636); Vel System; Milky Way/Avalon Galaxy – SG-Universe

The Council room is a well-lighted semi-cylindrical room with 21 seats, 15 behind a semi-circular formed table and 6 in the diameter. In each of the 15 seats sat a prominent member of the Citadel Council, they recognized executor Delavie and Danny, each on the corner of the semi-circle, and general Orlin in the most right seat at the front of the table. In the middle of the table is a holographic projector displaying two objects next to each other. On the left is the current situation of the Sol-system, specifically Earth and its only natural satellite, Luna. And on the right is a display of the Milky Way with two blinking red dots, the current locations of Earth and Velona.

Danny was the first to speak: "Please, take a seat. We have much to discuss."

"We hope that your trip with the Commander went well" said the regal woman in the middle while looking at Danny who didn't even try to look innocent.

"It was interesting" said Jack rather carelessly. Not bothered that one of the most powerful Velonans played as their guide.

"Okay, let begin. We have analyzed the political situation of your planet through your database and by scouts and we are sorry to say that we in the current climate can not go in any form of relation with you."

"Wait, scouts?"

"Why?" asked Steinberg.

"You, at the moment, represent the USA. A nation on one of your planets major landmasses, not even representing a tenth of your planets complete population. History has shown us that beginning diplomatic relations with a divided planet always led to dramatic consequences for the planet involved. Should we decide to ally ourself to your planet and be your teachers, than will it be with a political body that represents all of the planets populous and a partial disclosure of the galactic situation. As for the spying, we scouted your system to confirm the validly of your claims and how far we can trust you."

"Through studying of your history, have we devised several strategies for a possible peaceful disclosure with our help. We are not forcing you to disclose the SGC but a project of this size will not go unnoticed for long. The political fallout for you will be disastrous if the secret is leaked by an entity not your own, by example a rivaling nation or a whistle blower. Not to say, that the complete blame will fall on the SGC and your government when, not if but when, your planet will be attacked AGAIN. The debris field indicated that already an invasion has taken place." said a middle aged man. The Earthlings are well aware of that fact.

"But we fall under the Protected Planet treaty between the Goa'uld and the Asgard." tried doctor Carter.

"We are able to monitor most of the Milky Way in both real and hyperspace, doctor Carter. The presence of the Asgardian vessels is extremely laking , one research vessel and one battle cruiser, to uphold the treaty that protects 28 planets all over the galaxy. Don't you think. The treaty is based completely on bluff on the Asgards part, as you probably already know." Said General Orlin from beside them.

"But regardless if you present a united planet to the rest of the universe or not, has this Council seen fit to LOAN the SGC power-armors for its recognizance teams and limited access to our galactic communication and tracking network. In return, we expect you to be host a 4-head strong science team and 10 soldiers as their protection detail. Know that this proposal only existence because of lobbying of the Commander, we wouldn't have even considered it. More detailed of the proposals will be given to you on your data-core when you return to your planet. These are our two proposals, we expect an response within ten days" said executor Delavie and with that they left the room with only Danny remaining of the Citadel Council.

"You will have to excuse them for their rater abrupt and straightforward attitude. One of our spies had brought us grave report just minutes ago. Their old enslaver, Anubis has returned after a thousand year long banishment by the System Lords themselves due to atrocities even too heavy for a Goa'uld."

"Wait, the Ancient Egyptian god of death?!" exclaimed Jackson.

"That doesn't sound pleasant."

"It most certainly was not, O'Neill. Anubis was known for committing actions even the other System Lords were disgusted by. He is presumed death by the other System Lords. From those who fought against him, only Yu is still alive." said the Jaffa stoically.

"Yes, his methods were even unethical, even for Goa'uld standards. The first clues came three years ago when our network registered four Ha'tak with a too large power output enter the Galaxy. Since that time, we have been getting reports of minor Goa'uld joining an unknown faction and small but devastating attacks on System Lords. Every attack we have registered has been a complete victory for Anubis' forces. From that point we already got suspicions on who the mysterious Goa'uld was and began to create, activate and upgrade our fleets and armies. With our fears now confirmed, has the already rushed war-preparation schedule been pushed forward."

"Why didn't you began to fight with the Goa'uld earlier."

"We had our own internal struggles to solve before we could even begin to think of offing the Goa'uld. The political regime had to be stable and accepted by the large majority of its people. All the technology has been created by our people and never been scavenged like the Goa'uld did. I only give them hints but understanding and building a hyperdrive, for example, are two different things. The theories and designs that had to be tested took in a lot of time. Also, the people or industrial infrastructure weren't ready and it was only after that the first rumors of Anubis appeared that there was the political will for a change in the current status quo. It is only a matter of time before he comes here, he was never very forgiving against rebellions."

"Why didn't you scavenge from the Goa'uld?"

"It wouldn't make us any better than them and we would still have need for proof behind the theories anyway. Inventing and understanding technology have never been their strong points, neither are efficiency or morality. New technology would be a threat to the status quo, so they are still with the same tech-level as hundreds of years ago with minor adaptations. Beside, I have the knowledge of the Ancients downloaded in my head. I could just have given them the design but with the large risk of letting their civilization stagnate."

"He is right O'Neill. Goa'uld technology has changed very little, only Sokar and Aphophis made any notable changes in the last century."

"We have noticed. It is almost time for you to report back to your leaders. Jazz, beam up."

"What ever you say, little bro" Said a disembodied, young, female voice.

A bright green light swallowed the six occupants of the Council room leaving only air behind. The automated systems registered the lack of life and powered everything down and restarted security protocol.

"Why didn't you do that earlier?" asked O'Neill after they materialized in the gateroom

"We belief that the way is as important as the destination itself. Our more classical transport systems give us time to think and relax, few of us use the public teleportation system over the transportation systems. Beside, it gave us time to explain our society to you." with that activated the gate and released the unstable vortex to reveal the light blue event horizon. "Oh before I forget, your hard drive and a identification system to let you through and not to be splat against our shield. Good bye" and with that Danny left.

After the IDC was send, did the Earthlings step through the Stargate, not really knowing what to think about this new civilization or the confirmation that one of the most brutal Goa'uld faked his own death and is now on a warpath.

2001 AC – SGC;Terra; Sol System; Milky Way/Avalon Galaxy – SG-Universe

"SG-1, ambassador, to the briefing room ASAP." Could be heard the moment they step through the gate.

"How did it go. What can you tell us about the Velonans, colonel?"

"They are a highly advanced society, probably more advanced than the Tollans and on par with the Asgard, who live on a ring around their planet with a small percentage living on maritime cities half the size of New York that can double as space-vessels. They have a population six times our own and are preparing for a conventional war with the Goa'uld, more specifically Anubis. They also have big honking space-guns." Finished the colonel with a grin.

"Interesting. Henry, how went the negotiations?"

"I haven't been of much use George. The Council, their government, had given us two undiscussable proposals, the details stand on the HD but it comes down to this. The first, they are willing to exchange some of their less dangerous tech with a defense pact if we disclose the SGC and make it global. The second, they are willing to loan the SGC power-armor for their recognizance teams and access to their satellite systems across the galaxy for communication and monitoring of the Goa'uld if you accept four observers and their security."

"That is for the President to think about. Doctor Jackson, what can you tell us about the Velonans?"

"They have been uplifted by Danny, who is an important figure in their society and Council, and also posed as our guide. Spiritually, they follow the path of Ascension like Oma Desdale of Kheb. They are Marxistic and a large part of their community are scientists or military. They used to be enslaved by Anubis who is declared death but has apparently returned three years ago. He is also the main reason, they are preparing for war."

"Major, what can you tell me about their technology?"

"To be honest, they are millennia ahead of us and the Goa'uld in any possible way, sir. They have beds that can scan and analyze the entire body in minutes. Most of their production is based on energy-matter transfer. I would love to see their power production plants. They analysed our language in minutes and are nearly perfect. They have also a network, called the Link they can directly take information from. We have however never seen any military personnel."

"Very well, SG-1 dismissed. I expect a report in four hours. Henry, the President has called and asked for a personal debriefing ASAP."

"Yes, sir"

"I will take the next plane"

A/N: A bit of an awkward ending but I couldn't come up with anything better.

Coming up next: Tollans, political discussions, an asteroid and disclosure anyway.

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