Oh dear - almost missed commenting on this, sorry! Because there is no reason not to comment - I love this series more and more. Love Jack trying to make contact with Grant, love Rodney's protectiveness, love Sheppard's laid-back protectiveness (can't do anything against a commanding officer, can he?), adore the way Rodney gauges what's going on through Sheppard's bodily reactions. Love the way Grant clings to Rodney, tries to burrow into him, then opens up a little for O'Neill. Love Carson's anxiety about being transported (Carson McCoy? Or shades thereof? ;-)) and him finding an equally nervous ally. And the stoned cat? Cute!

Thank you so much for sharing this!
Hugs
Skein

PS: Thanks to David Hewlett and your writing (which is spot on) I can see this scene so well in my head! Wonderful!