Sam and Teal'c did their best to blend into the crowds of the camp. More people arrived by the hour, so there was not difficulty remaining undetected. They had mapped the outside perimeter and they had followed the Jaffa guard change closely.

"We haven't heard from Daniel since last night." Sam looked worried.

Teal'c bowed affirming her suspicions but said; "Daniel Jackson is more than capable to fend for himself."

"I know, but something must've gone wrong."

"Perhaps it is time for us to enter the temple with the next group of worshipers."

Sam gazed towards the temple, and nodded in agreement. "If we locate Vala, or Aphrodite, Daniel can't be far away.

"Indeed." He paused as he followed the movements of the closest Jaffa. "They both seem to share a proclivity towards Tauri men."

Sam laughed silently. "Man. Not men. But, I think that has more to do with Vala's nature than Aphrodite's."

Teal'c gave her a thoughtful stare. "Interesting."

"What're you thinking?"

"That would indicate that the host can influence its possessor."

"Yeah…" Sam looked up towards the temple again with a crease between her brows. "That might come in handy."

They gathered their belongings, raised their hoods, and proceeded to the group that had gathered at the foot of the temple stairs. As they slowly made their way up the stairs, escorted by several Jaffa, Sam was once again struck by the few number of Jaffa there actually were in attendance of Aphrodite. If they could time their escape, it would play to their advantage. The group was ushered through the great hall and driven towards the throne where Vala was lounging. She seemed totally at ease. The group knelt in front of her and prayers were said and songs were sung. Vala had closed her eyes and seemed to absorb their praise and worship. Either that or she was asleep. Sam was starting to feel a slight pain in her knees after about thirty minutes of kneeling, but kept her head down and did her best not to rouse suspicion. Teal'c located a few feet in front of her, did the same, not trying to show his mark. When they were finally allowed to rise from, Vala too rose from her throne and stepped down to her followers. Everyone went perfectly still as she moved among them and offered her hand to them to kiss. Sam did her best to melt into the background but was unsuccessful as Vala stopped right in front of her and placed her hand on her head as to bless her. Sam bowed and Vala gently whispered over her head.

"Do not worry my child, your brother is safe, but be aware of his steps, for he may go to a place where the sun will not shine."

Quick to hide her surprise at the words spoken to her Sam looked up and met Vala's eyes, Not Aphrodite. "The scripture on the walls will lead him to the heavenly stairs when the moon rises."

Sam looked down towards the floor again. If she had interpreted Vala correctly, she knew where Daniel was, or at least where he would be. Tonight.