Love is in the Air
AKA The Misadventures of the Sexually Deprived
AKA The Great Shipper Experiment

Summary: Date: February 14th, Place: Lost City of Atlantis, Rules of Engagement: Anything goes…
Disclaimer: As you all know, they aren't mine... I am simply writing for entertainment.

Chapter 2: Shep/Teyla

Teyla was just walking past Dr. Weir's office when she saw Major Sheppard emerge, a stunned expression on his face. "Major?" she asked as she approached him.

He shook his head, momentarily surprised. Teyla's eyes narrowed as she realized he had the expression of someone 'caught in the act'. "What were you talking to Dr. Weir about?" she asked innocently.

"Uh…" Sheppard began, trying to think of a good excuse that would both satisfy Teyla and keep her from asking too many questions. "We were just discussing Valentine's Day," he finally replied, pleased with his response.

"What is this Valentine's Day?"

"It's an Earth holiday," he explained as they began to walk down the hall. "February 14th of every year, we set aside as a day to celebrate all the special people in our life."

Teyla nodded her head as she considered what he had said. "I see… and what sort of customs accompany this day?"

"Typically, we give gifts like flowers or chocolate. And we try to show how much we care about how someone by sharing a romantic, intimate moment."

By then, the two had reached one of the less used areas of the city. "Romantic and intimate?" Teyla murmured. Then she had an idea. Quickly, she grabbed John's arm and pulled him into one of the empty rooms. It turned out to be a closet, but neither really noticed.

"Well, it's certainly intimate…" John said as he simply stared at Teyla. He hadn't been expecting this turn of events, but he definitely wanted to see how it played out.

Any further words were cut off when she placed her lips on his. Teyla was surprised to realize how much she had wanted to do this. She had always felt drawn to him, but had never allowed herself to act on those feelings before. But all doubts were washed away as John passionately returned the kiss.

When the two finally parted, Teyla grinned slyly and said, "I hope that was an adequate Valentine's Day gift…"

John returned the smile. "Oh yeah…"