Saturday Morning at The Perk

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

She is up early. Far earlier than she thought she would be. She couldn't sleep last night, thinking about what Ten had told her, and thinking about what she'd seen. Then there was the phone call with Shane. And finally sleeping, she was woken by her phone again. Years of habit made her answer it. The White House was a 24/7 job...you never were without your phone. Since Ten had fixed it so it worked inside the TARDIS, it seemed to ring constantly.

It was Daniel. He was back from...where ever. It was too early to care. Clearly, coffee was the magic word for both of them. She got up, cleaned herself up, dressed quickly and scrawled Ten a note before she headed out. Ten, gone for coffee with Daniel. He just got back. I'll bring you a macchiato. I love you. CJC

She stepped into the Perk and looked around, to see if he had maybe gotten there before her.

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[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

Daniel stepped inside The Perk, immediately spotting CJ. His movements were slow and stiff, but the bruises on his face seemed to be fading slightly.

"CJ," he smiles, moving to join her.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

Daniel. I've missed you.

[She smiles brightly, but she looks incredibly tired. Something in her eyes is different from the last time Daniel saw her, and she has her own bruises that she tries to keep covered with her hoodie.]

[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

And I you. *he motions to the menu* My treat, what can I get you

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

Meduim French vanilla latte...3 shots. Thanks. [She finds a table and sits while he gets the coffees]

[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

*orders CJ's latte and his own black americano, before joining her at a table*

Are you okay?

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

I'm fine. I had a hard night. I saw something...some things...I shouldn't have seen. It took a lot out of me. And you? You look like hell. [she carefully sips her scalding hot latte]

[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

*he shifts in his seat, and tries not to wince*

Met with some people I used to deal with... or not, would be more accurate, back in my old job. They wanted something which I wouldn't give them.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

You worked with O'Neill...before?

[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

*looks surprised, and wonders how much Jack has said*

Uh, yeah, I did

*absently takes a mouthful of his own coffee, burning his mouth*

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

He's talked to me a little bit...bad people you used to deal with. I'm sorry you went through that. [sips] Bet you're glad to be back in Weirdville here, huh? [she gives him a half smile]

[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

*laughs* Yeah, some pretty bad people.

*he looks pensieve* Yeah, I am. Although I've... no, never mind.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

Spill it Daniel. No secrets between friends...or partners in crime.

[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

*sighs* Do you know Janet? Janet Fraiser?

We sort of had a... a thing going, but then I've obviously been out of town, and I've not been able to deal with some bad stuff that happened to her just before I was... before I left.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

The brain virus thing? But she's better now, right?

[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

The brain... yes. That would have been it. She should be better physically, but I don't know how she's doing otherwise. I've not been able to be there for her, and I feel... well, pretty lousy actually.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

Daniel...do you love her?

[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

*he nods, slowly*

I do. Very much so.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

[Grinning wickedly] Never underestimate the power of sucking up. Women love it. You weren't there when she needed you...but from what I heard you wouldn't have done her any good. She infected a whole bunch of men...

Ok, that came out wrong. Sorry.

But really. Go see her. Talk to her. Take presents and be honest. It'll work out.

[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

*manages a smile* Don't worry, I'm well aware of the nuances of that particular virus.

I sent her flowers. She seemed to like them, and invited me over to talk, so hopefully... *he sighs, and takes another drink from his cup*

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

It'll be fine. She's a smart chick, and you're a good guy. [She sips her coffee, and when she sets it down and looks at him purposefully]

When you aren't being a complete girl...of course, who would believe a pervert like me. [her jaw clenches with annoyance.]

[the-ascended.livejournal.com]

*is slightly scared of CJ at this point, but doesn't let it show*

Ah. Yes. The revenge.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

Don't say it like that, Daniel. Revel in it. You know, since you've been gone, he hasn't stopped. He's called you worse...and moved from Ten to me...

I've already begun. He's going to wish...[she sips her coffee and seethes.]

[janet_fraiser]

OOC: *cheers CJ on*

[ten-and-chips.livejournal.com]

(([winces from over here in her pinstripes] Nooo, teh blood and angst.))

[ten-and-chips.livejournal.com]

[The Doctor gets up and goes for a walk (http://www.livejournal.com/community/fandomtownies/178649.html?view=6140377#t6140377), leaving another note behind.]

CJ--
Had to clear my head, went for a bit of a walk. Back soon, keep the macchiato warm if you're back before I am. I love you too.
xx me