Series: Stargate Atlantis
Theme: Challenge: Write someone's perspective of J/T relationship
Characters: Carson (mentions main cast)
Rating/Warning: PG/Spoilers Post 'Sunday'
Summary: Rodney receives a letter from Carson.
Dear Rodney,
I knew this would happen sooner or later. My little reunion with Michael made me realize that it was best to be prepared for my own mortality, than to leave my personal wants and wishes in the hands of others. But there are some things that can't be placed in a will and for those I turn to you.
I know you are too far away to drop in on my mother, nor would you want to (besides I have plenty of brothers and sisters to do that), but if you would be so kind as to drop her a card every now and then I would appreciated. You've heard me talk about how fragile she is and I think it would help to ease some of her pain if she occasionally heard from a friend that was with me when I passed. I would like for her to know that I wasn't alone, that I have friends and loved ones here in Atlantis and that my spirit lives on through their works.
As for my Atlantis family……ah, where shall I start? Please keep an eye on Elizabeth. Let her know that whatever happened to me wasn't her fault. Some things can't be controlled and death is inevitable. Make sure she doesn't push herself too hard and takes more time to relax.
Keep an eye on Ronon as well. He can be so reckless at times. I don't think the lad really understands how much he's become apart of our family. Let him know that we need him and care about his well being.
Tell John that it's okay. Let him know how much I respect him and thank him for trying to save my life. Tell him how proud I am to call him a friend and that I don't regret any of the time spent on Atlantis.
Remind Teyla that she is not alone. We are her family now and always. Let her know that the bond we now share cannot be broken by time or distance. She is a Lantean now as much as she is an Athosian.
In truth, I worry about those two. They carry the weight of the world on their shoulders and ask nothing for themselves. I only wish that they would realize how happy they could be together. If only they took a moment to see the love that they share for each other. I know that eventually they will. I only wish I could have been there to share in their happiness.
And of course Rodney, take care of yourself. You couldn't have saved me either. Just remember that you were a good friend and for that, I thank you. Don't mourn me. I don't want any of you to mourn me, just remember me as I was. As I am.
Your dearest friend,
Carson