When You Least Expect It Part 7
Disclaimer: I don't own them
Thanks to Neuroscpr for reading
When Aeryn and D'argo exited the bar, they knew John had not left the planet. They had to find the module.
They proceeded quietly as the town slept, investigating the buildings. They knew his module had to be hidden somewhere in town.
"D'Argo we need to split up. We'll cover more ground that way," Aeryn said frustrated.
"I'll take the other side of the street. Aeryn be careful," D'Argo said. "We don't know what is going on here yet, so we don't know what to expect."
"You too," Aeryn said heading for a new building.
D'Argo and Aeryn had searched for several arns, with no luck. Both of them were exhausted but not ready to give up. Aeryn spotted an abandoned building. 'Frell, why didn't we see this earlier.' Aeryn was worried. It looked like light was going to come before they had found what they were looking for.
She saw D'Argo coming towards her. "Hurry. We have one more place to search, then we must leave."
They entered the building cautiously, guns drawn, looking around ready to fight if need be.
"It must be here D'Argo." They entered deeper into the building.
D'Argo saw it first. "Aeryn, look!"
Aeryn turned and ran towards the module, hoping that somehow John would be inside. He was not. She dropped to the ground exhaustion taking over.
D'Argo reached her before she fell to her knees.
"I don't know why, I.was.hoping somehow he would be here."
"I understand Aeryn. "D'Argo said trying to comfort her. "We'll find him."
"You must be John's friends," he said coming out of the shadows.
Aeryn and D'Argo turned, alarmed, with guns drawn.
Travor had been observing them since they had entered the building, hiding in the shadows. He wanted to be sure these were John's friends before he gave himself away.
The woman convinced him.
"Who are you, and what do you know of John?" Aeryn shouted in her Peacekeeper mode. "Tell me now or I will kill you!"
Travor backed up a step. "Please lower the gun. I am only here to help. I am sorry I didn't approach you when you first entered, but I had to be sure you were John's friends."
"Tell us what you know," D'Argo said with his weapon still aimed at Travor, "and quickly."
"My name is Travor. I have your friend in a safe place for now. How long he will be safe I don't know. We need to get him off this planet as soon as possible or they will kill him." Travor said walking towards them. "You have to trust me. That is his only hope, and yours if you really care."
Aeryn and D'Argo looked at each other and nodded. They dropped their weapons and allowed Travor to approach.
"You know where John is if I heard you right."
"Yes. I helped him to this place. But I think Darion is suspicious of me now, so I am probably going to be watched. That means I will have to tell you where to find him or I will just lead them to him. I don't want that. John has been through more than anyone should ever have to endure," Travor said dropping his head in sorrow for the man.
D'Argo's voice softened with Travor's last words. "How is he?"
"Not good. He definitely needs medical attention, which I am sorry to say I could not give him. He is in immense pain, and I would speculate to say he has several broken ribs. John also has several wounds that just bleed freely. I am sorry," Travor said sincerely.
Aeryn's breath caught in her throat when Travor described his condition.
"Travor.can.you tell us where to.find him?" Aeryn asked with pain in her voice.
"Of course, but we must form a plan so you are not followed."
"Travor, why did all this happen?" D'Argo asked confused.
Travor's head dropped with this question. "We.we thought he was a .Peacekeeper. We took a vow to keep Peacekeepers off our planet because they bring nothing but trouble. Our planet almost didn't survive because of these people."
"We were wrong about John. That's why I defied Darion and helped him. I am tired of all the killing."
"Are you telling me that others have died because they looked Sebacian, whether they were peacekeepers or not?" Aeryn asked with disgust in her voice.
"Yes."
"We thank you for protecting John," Aeryn replied trying to digest all Travor had told them. 'What a dangerous planet for the unsuspecting.'
"Travor, why were you waiting in this building?" D'Argo asked in a curious tone.
"I was hoping the friends he spoke of would come to help. He spoke of a woman who didn't care for him anymore, but in his voice I knew he cared for her. I knew that somehow the trail would lead here, so I waited every night until someone came for him."
Aeryn turned away in grief. 'How could I have done this to him? Frell me!'
D'Argo noticed Aeryn's reaction. "Aeryn, there will be time for that later. We have to help John now," D'Argo said in a sympathetic voice as he rested his hand on her shoulder.
Travor suddenly realized who the woman was. The one standing in front of him. He realized he had hurt her with his words. He was truly sorry and felt for her.
He slowly approached her and lightly touched her arm. "May I call you Aeryn?" he asked cautiously.
She nodded, still engulfed in her grief.
"Please don't be upset. I didn't know."
"How would you? It's not your fault," she said turning and facing him. "Thank you for everything you have done for John. We have to focus on a rescue plan now."
Travor, Aeryn and D'Argo quickly discussed the best plan of action. They knew they had little time, as light was starting to come upon them.
xxxxx
John woke with a start. It took a moment for him to recognize his surroundings. He relaxed slightly knowing he was safe for the time being. He threw the blankets off, feeling so hot.
He reached for the water pulling himself up against the wall, wincing in pain. He took a small sip, just to wet his lips. He was feeling queasy and didn't want to get sick again.
John now used some of the water to wipe his face down. The sweat was poring off him now. He just wished he could breathe without pain. This had become his main problem, and as time went on, was just getting worse.
'Funny' John chuckled to himself, 'always thought I would die of old age. Not a million miles from home stuck in some tunnel.' His chuckle turned into a coughing fit again. He held his stomach until it subsided.
"Ugh," John said aloud. "Whew, gotta stop that."
John leaned his back against the tunnel walls. The frustration of his condition was starting to mount. His hope was starting to fade.
His thoughts went to Aeryn. 'I know you aren't coming for me, but boy do I need you right now.' Tears were forming in his eyes. 'Sorry I wasn't strong enough for you. I tried,
but it wasn't enough. All I know is I will always love you.'
John brought his hand to his eyes and tried to wipe the tears away. 'Hell who cares,' he thought, the tears flowing freely now. He had hit rock bottom.
xxxxx
Travor met the others in the bar at the designated time. He hoped the plan he made with John's friends worked. It was all he knew to do.
Darion was speaking, "As I said last night, our focus must be on the buildings outside the city today. The prisoner is hiding and he has to be in one of these. Remember he is in a weakened condition, and should be easily detained. Above all he can't make contact with his friends or we are all frelled. Please decide among yourselves who will go and who will stay to run the square."
The discussions took place and 15 men stepped forward.
"Good. Let's get on with it. Everyone attend to their duties."
The men dispersed in different directions.
Darion was not as composed as he looked. 'We can't fail today,' he thought wiping sweat off his brow. 'Many of our lives will depend on it. Especially mine.'
He made his way to the front room of the bar only to be met by Aeryn and D'Argo.
He hesitated in his step, when he recognized the two people in the bar. 'Not now!'
Darion gathered himself, smiled and said, "Ah, welcome. What can I do for you today?"
"You can tell us where John Crichton is," D'Argo said forcefully.
"I already told you what I know," Darion said trying to sound convincing. He had heard about Luxans and didn't want to find out if it was true.
D'Argo grabbed Darion by the shirt, "We know he is here. Tell us now!"
"Yes he was here," Darion said frantically. "But I don't know where he went. I assumed he left! You must believe me!"
Aeryn grabbed D'Argo, "Perhaps he is telling us the truth D'Argo. Maybe we need to look elsewhere."
D'Argo let go of Darion and backed away never taking his eyes off of him. "I will be back if I find out you lied."
Darion leaned against the bar trying to get his legs back under him. 'We must find him before they return. I don't want to deal with him again.' he thought wiping the sweat off his face and leaving the bar.
xxxxx
Aeryn and D'Argo left the bar stoned face. They headed in the direction of their landing craft for all to see.
As they exited the town, Aeryn smiled. "Very good D'Argo. I thought for a moment you were really going to hurt him."
"So you think he bought it?"
"Very definitely. Now lets proceed with the plan, and hope we are not too late." Aeryn said with worry in her voice.
"We'll make it Aeryn. I promise you that. Crichton will have to put up with us for at least of couple of more cycles."
This brought a smile to Aeryn's lips. 'I hope you are right D'Argo, or I'll never forgive myself.'
It seemed they had traveled for arns. Aeryn hoped they were not lost. She stopped; looking at the crude map Travor had given them. She looked at her surroundings and back to the map.
"What is it Aeryn?
"We should be there according to this map, D'Argo. Could we have gone too far?" Aeryn asked handing the map to D'Argo.
D'Argo was looking at the map when they heard voices. They both jumped for cover.
There was a unit Darion dispatched coming their way. They were behind them, which gave Aeryn and D'Argo the element of surprise.
D'Argo placed his hand on Aeryn's arm. "If we don't have to fight them, let them be on their way. We want to go undetected as long as possible."
Aeryn nodded hesitantly in agreement. She wanted to take them all out, but knew D'Argo was right.
The unit passed without incident. 'Stupid locals,' Aeryn thought. 'If only they knew how close they came to dying.'
"Aeryn, we haven't gone too far, but we need to go up that hill. The ruins should be right over the top of it."
Aeryn was in deep thought. 'How does it feel to be hunted as John has been? What if someone had not helped him? Would he be dead? Frell John I will be with you soon. Please hold on. I lost the other I can't lose you!'
"Aeryn.Aeryn? Do you hear me?" D'Argo asked shaking her.
She shook her head to clear her thoughts. "Sorry D'Argo, I was just thinking about John."
"Aeryn," D'Argo said quietly, with understanding in his eyes "You must stay focused now. John's life depends on it. He is my friend too, but I can't afford to let my personal feelings get in the way. There will be time for that later."
"Sorry D'Argo. You are right, "Aeryn replied pulling her shoulders back. "I'm ready. Lets proceed to the tunnels, find John and get the frell off this rock."
They set off in a trot, determined to be on Moya by nightfall, with Crichton.
xxxxx
John was dozing. He felt like he was in a dreamlike state. He was hearing voices unfamiliar to him. "Hell, leave me alone and just let me sleep!"
He woke now suddenly realizing these voices were real. It was not a dream. They sounded as if they were still distant, but he was sure they wouldn't be for long.
'Hell, I sure hope Travor gets back soon. I think I'm gonna need him,' John thought feeling lightheaded. 'Where's the cavalry when you need em?'
John was laughing to himself now. "Hell Scorpy, I thought I had it bad with you. These guys must have gone to the same class as you, torture 101. There ranking right up there with you." John's laughter was verging on hysteria now.
He sobered after a few minutes, the laughter stopped. He sat and stared at nothing, feeling helplessly defeated.
The voices were getting closer and coming from all different directions. John stirred at the closeness of the voices.
John rose slowly from his place against the tunnel wall, gasping at the same time. He still could not stand completely straight, but close enough.
"Well if this is going to be the day I die, I'm gonna at least do it standing up," he said slowly moving everything into another juncture, so as not to give away his position. His only hope was that they would pass this tunnel. He knew now he couldn't rely on Travor to help him.
xxxxx
Aeryn and D'Argo reached the tunnels Travor spoke about, but had to find cover right away. There were about 10 men standing in front of them.
"Frell!" Aeryn exclaimed angrily. "How did they know where to find him? If Travor told I will kill him!"
D'Argo was observing the area. He put up his hand to silence Aeryn. "I doubt it was Travor Aeryn. He went through much danger just to hide him."
Aeryn noticed that D'Argo never took his eyes off the ruins as he spoke.
"What are you thinking D'Argo?"
He looked at her now. "I think we should let them proceed into the tunnel. We will have the advantage of surprise. We will be behind them. Remember, they don't know we're here."
Aeryn looked at him doubtfully. "I don't know. What if one of them gets to John before we do?"
"Aeryn don't you remember what Travor told us? These people don't know these tunnels. We know which one John is in, but they don't. They will be afraid to go that deep. And there are 10 of them and 2 of us. I will go in and you will stay and take care of them as they come out."
"No D'Argo!" Aeryn said adamantly. "I will go. I am lighter on foot than you are. Besides it is what I was trained for."
D'Argo looked at her for a moment with surprise in his eyes. "You know you will have to avoid them all the way. It will be dangerous. You will also have to stay with John until I have taken care of all of them. Can you do that?"
Anger burned in Aeryn's eyes at D'Argo's question. "How dare you ask me that, I am here aren't I?"
"Can you bring yourself to care for him yet?" D'Argo asked with sincerity in his voice. "He is not just a crewmate, Aeryn. He is my friend, and your friend, if you're ready to accept it. Are you?"
Aeryn looked away from D'Argo's eyes. The fight was inside of her. She thought about her John and the one in the tunnel. She suddenly realized she hadn't thought about her John since coming to this planet. This John had been her focus. She knew then this John was the one that mattered. She felt a relief as her heart opened up for John, the one that lived.
She looked D'Argo in the eyes, "I am ready. Lets get on with our plan."
Disclaimer: I don't own them
Thanks to Neuroscpr for reading
When Aeryn and D'argo exited the bar, they knew John had not left the planet. They had to find the module.
They proceeded quietly as the town slept, investigating the buildings. They knew his module had to be hidden somewhere in town.
"D'Argo we need to split up. We'll cover more ground that way," Aeryn said frustrated.
"I'll take the other side of the street. Aeryn be careful," D'Argo said. "We don't know what is going on here yet, so we don't know what to expect."
"You too," Aeryn said heading for a new building.
D'Argo and Aeryn had searched for several arns, with no luck. Both of them were exhausted but not ready to give up. Aeryn spotted an abandoned building. 'Frell, why didn't we see this earlier.' Aeryn was worried. It looked like light was going to come before they had found what they were looking for.
She saw D'Argo coming towards her. "Hurry. We have one more place to search, then we must leave."
They entered the building cautiously, guns drawn, looking around ready to fight if need be.
"It must be here D'Argo." They entered deeper into the building.
D'Argo saw it first. "Aeryn, look!"
Aeryn turned and ran towards the module, hoping that somehow John would be inside. He was not. She dropped to the ground exhaustion taking over.
D'Argo reached her before she fell to her knees.
"I don't know why, I.was.hoping somehow he would be here."
"I understand Aeryn. "D'Argo said trying to comfort her. "We'll find him."
"You must be John's friends," he said coming out of the shadows.
Aeryn and D'Argo turned, alarmed, with guns drawn.
Travor had been observing them since they had entered the building, hiding in the shadows. He wanted to be sure these were John's friends before he gave himself away.
The woman convinced him.
"Who are you, and what do you know of John?" Aeryn shouted in her Peacekeeper mode. "Tell me now or I will kill you!"
Travor backed up a step. "Please lower the gun. I am only here to help. I am sorry I didn't approach you when you first entered, but I had to be sure you were John's friends."
"Tell us what you know," D'Argo said with his weapon still aimed at Travor, "and quickly."
"My name is Travor. I have your friend in a safe place for now. How long he will be safe I don't know. We need to get him off this planet as soon as possible or they will kill him." Travor said walking towards them. "You have to trust me. That is his only hope, and yours if you really care."
Aeryn and D'Argo looked at each other and nodded. They dropped their weapons and allowed Travor to approach.
"You know where John is if I heard you right."
"Yes. I helped him to this place. But I think Darion is suspicious of me now, so I am probably going to be watched. That means I will have to tell you where to find him or I will just lead them to him. I don't want that. John has been through more than anyone should ever have to endure," Travor said dropping his head in sorrow for the man.
D'Argo's voice softened with Travor's last words. "How is he?"
"Not good. He definitely needs medical attention, which I am sorry to say I could not give him. He is in immense pain, and I would speculate to say he has several broken ribs. John also has several wounds that just bleed freely. I am sorry," Travor said sincerely.
Aeryn's breath caught in her throat when Travor described his condition.
"Travor.can.you tell us where to.find him?" Aeryn asked with pain in her voice.
"Of course, but we must form a plan so you are not followed."
"Travor, why did all this happen?" D'Argo asked confused.
Travor's head dropped with this question. "We.we thought he was a .Peacekeeper. We took a vow to keep Peacekeepers off our planet because they bring nothing but trouble. Our planet almost didn't survive because of these people."
"We were wrong about John. That's why I defied Darion and helped him. I am tired of all the killing."
"Are you telling me that others have died because they looked Sebacian, whether they were peacekeepers or not?" Aeryn asked with disgust in her voice.
"Yes."
"We thank you for protecting John," Aeryn replied trying to digest all Travor had told them. 'What a dangerous planet for the unsuspecting.'
"Travor, why were you waiting in this building?" D'Argo asked in a curious tone.
"I was hoping the friends he spoke of would come to help. He spoke of a woman who didn't care for him anymore, but in his voice I knew he cared for her. I knew that somehow the trail would lead here, so I waited every night until someone came for him."
Aeryn turned away in grief. 'How could I have done this to him? Frell me!'
D'Argo noticed Aeryn's reaction. "Aeryn, there will be time for that later. We have to help John now," D'Argo said in a sympathetic voice as he rested his hand on her shoulder.
Travor suddenly realized who the woman was. The one standing in front of him. He realized he had hurt her with his words. He was truly sorry and felt for her.
He slowly approached her and lightly touched her arm. "May I call you Aeryn?" he asked cautiously.
She nodded, still engulfed in her grief.
"Please don't be upset. I didn't know."
"How would you? It's not your fault," she said turning and facing him. "Thank you for everything you have done for John. We have to focus on a rescue plan now."
Travor, Aeryn and D'Argo quickly discussed the best plan of action. They knew they had little time, as light was starting to come upon them.
xxxxx
John woke with a start. It took a moment for him to recognize his surroundings. He relaxed slightly knowing he was safe for the time being. He threw the blankets off, feeling so hot.
He reached for the water pulling himself up against the wall, wincing in pain. He took a small sip, just to wet his lips. He was feeling queasy and didn't want to get sick again.
John now used some of the water to wipe his face down. The sweat was poring off him now. He just wished he could breathe without pain. This had become his main problem, and as time went on, was just getting worse.
'Funny' John chuckled to himself, 'always thought I would die of old age. Not a million miles from home stuck in some tunnel.' His chuckle turned into a coughing fit again. He held his stomach until it subsided.
"Ugh," John said aloud. "Whew, gotta stop that."
John leaned his back against the tunnel walls. The frustration of his condition was starting to mount. His hope was starting to fade.
His thoughts went to Aeryn. 'I know you aren't coming for me, but boy do I need you right now.' Tears were forming in his eyes. 'Sorry I wasn't strong enough for you. I tried,
but it wasn't enough. All I know is I will always love you.'
John brought his hand to his eyes and tried to wipe the tears away. 'Hell who cares,' he thought, the tears flowing freely now. He had hit rock bottom.
xxxxx
Travor met the others in the bar at the designated time. He hoped the plan he made with John's friends worked. It was all he knew to do.
Darion was speaking, "As I said last night, our focus must be on the buildings outside the city today. The prisoner is hiding and he has to be in one of these. Remember he is in a weakened condition, and should be easily detained. Above all he can't make contact with his friends or we are all frelled. Please decide among yourselves who will go and who will stay to run the square."
The discussions took place and 15 men stepped forward.
"Good. Let's get on with it. Everyone attend to their duties."
The men dispersed in different directions.
Darion was not as composed as he looked. 'We can't fail today,' he thought wiping sweat off his brow. 'Many of our lives will depend on it. Especially mine.'
He made his way to the front room of the bar only to be met by Aeryn and D'Argo.
He hesitated in his step, when he recognized the two people in the bar. 'Not now!'
Darion gathered himself, smiled and said, "Ah, welcome. What can I do for you today?"
"You can tell us where John Crichton is," D'Argo said forcefully.
"I already told you what I know," Darion said trying to sound convincing. He had heard about Luxans and didn't want to find out if it was true.
D'Argo grabbed Darion by the shirt, "We know he is here. Tell us now!"
"Yes he was here," Darion said frantically. "But I don't know where he went. I assumed he left! You must believe me!"
Aeryn grabbed D'Argo, "Perhaps he is telling us the truth D'Argo. Maybe we need to look elsewhere."
D'Argo let go of Darion and backed away never taking his eyes off of him. "I will be back if I find out you lied."
Darion leaned against the bar trying to get his legs back under him. 'We must find him before they return. I don't want to deal with him again.' he thought wiping the sweat off his face and leaving the bar.
xxxxx
Aeryn and D'Argo left the bar stoned face. They headed in the direction of their landing craft for all to see.
As they exited the town, Aeryn smiled. "Very good D'Argo. I thought for a moment you were really going to hurt him."
"So you think he bought it?"
"Very definitely. Now lets proceed with the plan, and hope we are not too late." Aeryn said with worry in her voice.
"We'll make it Aeryn. I promise you that. Crichton will have to put up with us for at least of couple of more cycles."
This brought a smile to Aeryn's lips. 'I hope you are right D'Argo, or I'll never forgive myself.'
It seemed they had traveled for arns. Aeryn hoped they were not lost. She stopped; looking at the crude map Travor had given them. She looked at her surroundings and back to the map.
"What is it Aeryn?
"We should be there according to this map, D'Argo. Could we have gone too far?" Aeryn asked handing the map to D'Argo.
D'Argo was looking at the map when they heard voices. They both jumped for cover.
There was a unit Darion dispatched coming their way. They were behind them, which gave Aeryn and D'Argo the element of surprise.
D'Argo placed his hand on Aeryn's arm. "If we don't have to fight them, let them be on their way. We want to go undetected as long as possible."
Aeryn nodded hesitantly in agreement. She wanted to take them all out, but knew D'Argo was right.
The unit passed without incident. 'Stupid locals,' Aeryn thought. 'If only they knew how close they came to dying.'
"Aeryn, we haven't gone too far, but we need to go up that hill. The ruins should be right over the top of it."
Aeryn was in deep thought. 'How does it feel to be hunted as John has been? What if someone had not helped him? Would he be dead? Frell John I will be with you soon. Please hold on. I lost the other I can't lose you!'
"Aeryn.Aeryn? Do you hear me?" D'Argo asked shaking her.
She shook her head to clear her thoughts. "Sorry D'Argo, I was just thinking about John."
"Aeryn," D'Argo said quietly, with understanding in his eyes "You must stay focused now. John's life depends on it. He is my friend too, but I can't afford to let my personal feelings get in the way. There will be time for that later."
"Sorry D'Argo. You are right, "Aeryn replied pulling her shoulders back. "I'm ready. Lets proceed to the tunnels, find John and get the frell off this rock."
They set off in a trot, determined to be on Moya by nightfall, with Crichton.
xxxxx
John was dozing. He felt like he was in a dreamlike state. He was hearing voices unfamiliar to him. "Hell, leave me alone and just let me sleep!"
He woke now suddenly realizing these voices were real. It was not a dream. They sounded as if they were still distant, but he was sure they wouldn't be for long.
'Hell, I sure hope Travor gets back soon. I think I'm gonna need him,' John thought feeling lightheaded. 'Where's the cavalry when you need em?'
John was laughing to himself now. "Hell Scorpy, I thought I had it bad with you. These guys must have gone to the same class as you, torture 101. There ranking right up there with you." John's laughter was verging on hysteria now.
He sobered after a few minutes, the laughter stopped. He sat and stared at nothing, feeling helplessly defeated.
The voices were getting closer and coming from all different directions. John stirred at the closeness of the voices.
John rose slowly from his place against the tunnel wall, gasping at the same time. He still could not stand completely straight, but close enough.
"Well if this is going to be the day I die, I'm gonna at least do it standing up," he said slowly moving everything into another juncture, so as not to give away his position. His only hope was that they would pass this tunnel. He knew now he couldn't rely on Travor to help him.
xxxxx
Aeryn and D'Argo reached the tunnels Travor spoke about, but had to find cover right away. There were about 10 men standing in front of them.
"Frell!" Aeryn exclaimed angrily. "How did they know where to find him? If Travor told I will kill him!"
D'Argo was observing the area. He put up his hand to silence Aeryn. "I doubt it was Travor Aeryn. He went through much danger just to hide him."
Aeryn noticed that D'Argo never took his eyes off the ruins as he spoke.
"What are you thinking D'Argo?"
He looked at her now. "I think we should let them proceed into the tunnel. We will have the advantage of surprise. We will be behind them. Remember, they don't know we're here."
Aeryn looked at him doubtfully. "I don't know. What if one of them gets to John before we do?"
"Aeryn don't you remember what Travor told us? These people don't know these tunnels. We know which one John is in, but they don't. They will be afraid to go that deep. And there are 10 of them and 2 of us. I will go in and you will stay and take care of them as they come out."
"No D'Argo!" Aeryn said adamantly. "I will go. I am lighter on foot than you are. Besides it is what I was trained for."
D'Argo looked at her for a moment with surprise in his eyes. "You know you will have to avoid them all the way. It will be dangerous. You will also have to stay with John until I have taken care of all of them. Can you do that?"
Anger burned in Aeryn's eyes at D'Argo's question. "How dare you ask me that, I am here aren't I?"
"Can you bring yourself to care for him yet?" D'Argo asked with sincerity in his voice. "He is not just a crewmate, Aeryn. He is my friend, and your friend, if you're ready to accept it. Are you?"
Aeryn looked away from D'Argo's eyes. The fight was inside of her. She thought about her John and the one in the tunnel. She suddenly realized she hadn't thought about her John since coming to this planet. This John had been her focus. She knew then this John was the one that mattered. She felt a relief as her heart opened up for John, the one that lived.
She looked D'Argo in the eyes, "I am ready. Lets get on with our plan."
