A Message in Time 2/?

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Title:   A Message in Time 2/?

Author: Flydye8

Pairings: Eleven/Amy, River/Amy, and another companion

Rating: PG-13

Disclaimer: I don’t own Doctor Who I never will (sighs in sadness)

Summary: To save the Doctor from Area 51, River enlists Amy’s help to save him but it may come at a cost, for the timelines are in flux all around them.

Author’s Note: I have been keeping an eye on all the possible spoilers for Season 6 of Doctor Who. I have read and listen to the possible storylines. As I read and listened a plot bunny appeared to me via my muses and has demanded I write this story. I even tried to continue on my Silence series but this bunny was relentless. So here it is, maybe once I get it out of my system I can focus writing other stuff.

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The Doctor sat in his dark cell, his back curled up with his forehead on his knees. It has been a long three months under the close examination of the scientific staff at Area 51. He had been poked, prodded and all around violated for his knowledge on TARDIS technology. As of yet he still hadn’t figured out who was actually in charge of producing the prototype, that they were trying to develop. He knew that whoever was in charge they were non-terrestrial and had fearsome technology at their disposal. 

At first he thought that it might be the Daleks because the beam used to transport him out of his TARDIS was so similar to the one that invaded the walls of the ancient craft during his ninth incarnation. Thinking of his beloved ship he said a silent prayer to the universal gods, that Brianne and his ship were safe. He hoped that if something happened to either of them he would sense it through the timelines. Especially since the three of them were so intricately connected.

He took some deep breaths preparing him for some much needed restorative sleep when he felt a ripple in the timelines standing up he rushed to the small window, as he looked out at the darkness he whispered, “No, No, this is not good, not good at all. What are you doing? This is dangerous, Brianne very, very dangerous.” 

Pulling away from the window his hearts constricted with fear, but was soon replaced with hope. Brianne was nearby and even if he questioned what she was doing; he knew that nothing would keep her from him. He would be rescued soon, closing his eyes the Doctor fell into a deep sleep; he was going to need his strength.

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Brianne paced the central control room of the TARDIS trying to calm down without success. Meeting Amelia Pond was not something she ever thought she would have to do. Of course the Doctor talked about her often and she knew that he loved her very deeply, there was no way she could question that love in her lifetime and beyond it just wasn’t possible.

 Hearing a tiny hum in the back of her mind, Brianne moved to the screen and watched as River and Amelia came closer to the TARDIS. Taking a deep breath she sat and waited for the duo to enter the TARDIS.

As they entered Amy clarified, “So you are saying I left a message for you guys telling you that you needed to find me.”

River nodded, “Well you haven’t yet, but you will.” Brianne just smiled at River’s response.

“You know you are a very frustrating person River Song.” Amy countered.

Standing up Brianne chimed in, “Well I am glad I am not the only one that finds her comments frustrating.”

River spoke up, “May I introduce to you; Brianne the Doctor’s current companion; Brianne meet the most important Amelia Pond.”

Stepping forward Brianne held out her hand, “I am so happy to finally meet you.”

Amy looked over the young women and found her very familiar, but not sure why, she clasped the extended hand, “So if I am to ask you where I am in the future, you will probably respond spoilers’ right.”

“Yes, I would Amelia Pond so maybe it is best not to ask too many questions.” Clapping her hands together she gestured to the computer screen on the fall wall. Pressing a few buttons the schematic of Area 51 was displayed on the large screen.

River whistled, “That is a lot of space to cover, have you been able to narrow it down a bit.”

“Yes a bit,” Brianne replied then continued as she pointed to the different rooms within the compound, “I surmised that whoever took the Doctor, knows him well so I narrowed it to places that he would have difficulties escaping from. But in there are a lot of them to check.”

Amy spoke up, “So we need to get in there and search the rooms and get the Doctor out.”

“Well that is what you and River are going to do.” Brianne replied.

“So what are you going to do?”

“I am going to try to stay out of trouble and destroy the TARDIS prototype.”

River looked at her watch, “It is going to be nightfall soon we better get ready.”

Turning on the balls of her feet Brianne started to move the knobs and switches on the console, “I am going to bring the TARDIS a bit closer. We don’t know what type of condition my…the Doctor is going to be in when we find him.”

Moving to the other side of the controls, Brianne did a mental slap she almost gave away some important information to Amy. She was glad that it would be River accompanying Amy, as they rescued the Doctor, she was not sure if she could do it and not give away bits of Amy’s future. Moving the activation switch the ship dematerialized.

Amy watched as Brianne moved along the console as she prepared the TARDIS to leave and found that the young woman moved very much like the Doctor when he flew the TARDIS.

Leaning closer to River, Amy stated, “She is more than just a companion of the Doctor’s isn’t she, just like you. Is she yours and the Doctor’s daughter?”

River looked at Amy surprised once again at the women’s intuition, “You are good, but like I said before things are never that simple when it comes to the Doctor.”

“Oh, I know that, my life hasn’t been simple since he walked into it.” She watched as Brianne moved the activation switch then continued, “You know I never thought the Doctor could have kids but if you two ever had one I think she would be just like her. But I got to know; where did the red hair come from?”

Ignoring the question, River called out, “Don’t forget the stabilizers Brianne.”

“I know, I know after that time on Fieona 7 I will never forget the stabilizers again.” A ringing of a bell signaled their arrival, “Okay ladies let us go and save the Doctor.”

Dancing around the console Brianne moved down to one of the alcoves along the perimeter of the main room. Disappearing she returned a few moments later wearing a bronze leather coat.

River shook her head, “We are suppose to be inconspicuous.”

“You guys need to be inconspicuous. I plan on walking in through the front door and saying hello.” Brianne responded as she walked to the doors.

Amy confused looked at Brianne, “I don’t understand, explain.”

“I am going to walk through the front doors and keep our wonderful friends in there busy, while you and River find the Doctor. We don’t want you to be noticed at all so I am the distraction.”

“Isn’t that a bit dangerous for you I wouldn’t want anything to happen to you.” Amy asked.

River spoke up, “Don’t worry Amy, Brianne still has a very long time to live.”

“What is that suppose to mean?” Amy asked frustrated.

Walking up to Amy, Brianne smiled, “It means that there is nothing to worry about, I will be fine.”

Amy looked into the eyes of the young woman she reminded of the Doctor’s eyes. There was no question that this was the Doctor’s daughter no wonder, her Doctor needed to remain where he was.

“So come on we have things to do.” Brianne stated when a chime from the TARDIS rung out, “Oh yeah I almost forgot.”

Amy watched as Brianne pressed another button on the console and a sonic screwdriver popped up, “Thanks my dear friend.”  She said as she patted the ancient machine.

Leaning toward River Amy whispered, “She is so much like him it is scary.”

Chuckling River replied, “Yes, she is.”

Walking out of the TARDIS the three women stepped out into the darkness.

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Moving silently in the shadows they arrived at the gated perimeter of Area 51. Brianne removed the sonic screwdriver from her pocket and shined the purple light on the control panel causing the lock to release.

As they moved in Amy whispered, “Love the purple by the way.”

“Thanks, it is my favorite color.” Brianne replied.

“Mine too.” Amy stated.

Looking at the young woman Brianne smiled sadly, “Yeah, I know.”

Wondering why there was such a sad look on Brianne face, she was about to ask when they started dodging the search lights. The three of them made their way to the back entrance; using the sonic again they let themselves inside with a sigh of relief.

River pulled out her hand computer and typed a few keys, “I am getting a double heart beat, to the right that is where we should go.

“If you are getting a double heart beat then it should be easy to find the Doctor in this labyrinth. So why do you need me?” Amy asked.

“I don’t know Amy, but there is a reason you left us that message and told us to bring you, so here you are.” River responded.

Brianne interrupted as she started to move away, “I will head toward the left and give you the distraction that you need; look for my signal then run to the TARDIS.”

“What will the signal be?” River inquired.

“You won’t miss it.” Brianne smiled mimicking the Doctor’s words as she ran off.

“Cheeky girl.” River said as she walked the opposite direction following the duel blinking lights on her computer.

Amy laughed as she followed River tiredly, contemplating what she has seen. The TARDIS didn’t look any different than the one she traveled in. The relationship between River and Brianne was respectful but she doubted that River was her mother. Which made her wonder who Brianne’s mum was was.

Turning a corner River stopped abruptly and kneeled close to the floor, Amy taking the cue, listen intently hearing a man’s voice.

“Yeah the man in cell 13 is creepy. He never says a word he just stares out the window mumbling to hisself.”

River and Amy just looked at each other knowingly as the other man replied, “I know; how much longer is going to be here?”

“Not sure.” The first guard stated.

As the voices faded Amy and River moved toward cell number 13 glad that their search for the Doctor was simplified.
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Brianne walked down the hall, as the Doctor always taught her, ‘like she owned the place’ she would flash a bit of psyche paper if needed, but so far no one question her.  

As she turned a corner she heard a voice within a open room, “How is the machine responding to the calibrations? “

A female voiced answered, “Not well, I think we will need another session with the Doctor, General Nagan.”

“Not going to happened, Lucille, the Doctor is slated to be silenced this afternoon. So whatever information you have will have to do.”

Brianne leaned closer to hear more when someone touched her shoulder, “Please show me your credentials, ma’m.”

Holding up the psyche paper she answered, “I am here from Torchwood 8 western division I was notified to come and see the prototype.”

Hearing the commotion outside General Nagan came out the door, “There is no Torchwood 8 western division, at arms soldiers.”

Holding her hands up, as the weapons were pointed at her Brianne stated, “Damn, I really should become more aware of the Torchwood divisions or maybe UNIT divisions so I can lie a bit better, oh well. Take me to your leader.”

“Who are you ma’m?” the General asked.

“Oh I really don’t want to tell you that it can cause all sorts of problems, so let’s I am someone who is going to make your day a bit worse.” Brianne replied with assurance.

“Take her to the interrogation room.” The General ordered as he pressed an alarm on the wall, “Then go and make sure things are okay in the cell blocks, I have a feeling she isn’t working alone.”

“Yes sir.” The soldiers replied.

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River and Amy arrived at cell 13; using the hand held computer, River placed it against the key box and watched as the numbers fluctuated on the screen. 

With a click the door opened, Amy rushed inside and saw a shadowed figure in the corner, moving closer she noticed the familiar outline of the Doctor, kneeling down she shook his shoulder causing the Time Lord’s head to jerk upwards.

“You should not be here Amelia Pond.” Then he reached for her and hugged her tightly, “But I am so glad to see you, I have missed you so very much.”

Returning his hug Amy smiled into his shoulder, “I am glad to see you to, but I am sure you see Rory and me often in the future.”

Looking at her sadly the Doctor replied, “Yes, I sometimes visit the town where you are at.”

River hissed, “Come on Doctor, Amy we got to get going.”

Standing up Amy offered her hand to the Doctor, in which he grabbed tightly loving feeling it once again. “Come on your daughter is setting up a diversion for us.”

“Who told you that she was my daughter?” He inquired suspiciously.

“Oh come on Doctor, she is so much like you it is obvious. But what has me confused is that you, well the other you told me you couldn’t have children.” She stated as she put his arm around her shoulder to give him some support, “God, Doctor when was the last time you ate something you are all boney and your whiskers are itchy.”

Chuckling weakly he smiled, “I really don’t remember, but it has been a hell of a long time and I like my whiskers they make me look wise.”

Shaking her head Amy replied, “No Doctor, they don’t make you look wise they make you look old.”

“I am 908 years old so maybe I will keep them for a while so I can look distinguished.”

River stuck her head out of the cell, to check and see if the coast was clear, “Come on you two we need to start moving.”

“But River where is Brianne distraction?” As Amy finished the alarm went off.

River smiled at them, “Answer and you shall receive.”