Title: Feelings Bared

Author: OMGirl

Date: October 21st, 2005

Part: 5/1

Rating: PG-13

Characters: Sheppard/Teyla

Spoilers: After 'Conversion…before 'Aurora'…

Disclaimer: I don't own SGA….so don't sue!…

Archiving: Here….J/T Yahoo Group…

Summary: John and Teyla finally talk about their feelings.

EclecticTrekker- Oh! I also love their little talks. They are so cozy…Enjoy!

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Lennexa- Ok Ok…No more blackmailing…:D John got knocked on the noggin already…LOL can't hit him again…Next chapter for your enjoyment…..

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John sat utterly still holding a bag of ice to Teyla's head. Gently smoothing her hair away from her face cushioning her head on his lap as he watched the scene in front of him. They were all so happy. He was saddened to not be able to enjoy this with them. The old John would have, but something had changed in him since being infected with the retro-virus. Nothing felt the same.

Blinking awake Teyla saw the tension on John's face. Turning she saw Rodney and Elizabeth laughing together. Turning back to John she saw him looking at her.

Sensing movement John looked down at Teyla, hoping she had moved, and he wasn't dreaming. 'You're awake'

Pushing on his legs she attempted to sit up but was stopped by his hands on her shoulder. 'Whoa! Easy does it.'

Slumping back onto his lap Teyla continued looking at him.

'I am fine' she attempted once again to rise but was again restrained. Sighing she resigned herself to his care.

He didn't believe her. His Teyla hated being at anyone's mercy, but she'd have to be at his today. He needed to know she was being cared for. 'You're not fine. Your were hit by the volleyball and was out for awhile' he argued.

Conscious of her undressed state Teyla wondered how long she'd been out. 'How long was I unresponsive?'

'A few minutes. Doc says you'll be fine. It's just that you shouldn't make any sudden moves.'

It was rather comfortable lying there like that, she had to admit ,so she settled in for the moment. She knew John was not going to let her go, he was what you would call overprotective.

Unconsciously John stroked her hair watching the volleyball game.

Still unsure of his feelings, but encouraged by the fact that he was taking care of her, Teyla decided to be brave and asked, 'What do you think of Dr.Weir?', in a rushed voice. Then steeled herself for his response.

His hand stilled at her words, looking down at Teyla, 'What do I think of Elizabeth? Well, she's a great leader, and a wonderful friend.'

Disheartened, Teyla turned her head back watching the game. Finally she had received the answer. So he had been describing Elizabeth, with an aching heart she knew she would go on. She was strong enough, and could make it.

John knew he'd said something wrong, the moment he saw her features tighten. Gently turning her face so she once again was looked at him, John inquired as to why she'd asked the question.

Nervous Teyla again attempted to rise, but only got to go so far as John grabbed her hand, spinning her around to face him.

'Teyla, talk to me.' he implored. One minute they were sitting companionably and then she started asking weird questions. John was confused.

'I thought I was, Colonel.'

Taking her by the hand, John shouted to the others that they were going for a walk to help clear her head.

'I do not feel like walking.' Teyla claimed.

'Well, I think you do, It may help' John said leading her away from the picnic sight.

They walked in silence, until John realized she wasn't going to answer so he reprised his question, 'Now, Teyla why did you ask me about Elizabeth?'

Teyla pulled her hand out from his but continued walking beside him. Anxiously, she wrung her hands in front of her, until John once again was forced to repeat the question.

'I believe Dr. Weir has feelings for you. I was only curious as to know what you felt for her' she folded her arms unconsciously biting her nails.

Stopping John turned to her, gently removed her hand from her mouth, 'she may have feelings for me….but I have only feeling of friendship toward her.'

Looking into his eyes Teyla knew he spoke the truth. By his touches, words, and actions…it was the truth. 'And me? What do you feel for me?' she asked timidly.

Putting his hands on her hips he gently pulled her towards him, bowed his head toward her, 'I feel everything of friendship and much more. In simple terms you could say I'm very close to falling in love with you.'

Holding on to his arms Teyla moved ever so closer bowing her had toward his so their foreheads met, 'Are you sure of that?'

'Teyla the kiss made me realize a lot of things. One being I can't deny my attraction, or feelings for you, and another that I've been wanting to do that for the longest time. I just never wanted it to happen under those conditions.'

'John,--' she tried to come up with something to say but couldn't. She was absolutely speechless.

'What?' he asked looking into her eyes. Again, unsure he had said the right thing he cautiously asked, 'You don't feel the same way do you?'

'I do not want to rush into anything, I may not be ready for.' Teyla guardedly said.

'But do you feel anything for me, more than friendship?' he asked hopefully.

Turning away, out of his embrace Teyla walked to the waters edge. The sea lapping at her feet. 'I feel something. I can not say love. For it goes beyond loving you. It is just overwhelming.'

Walking up beside her he took her hand in his again, 'We can take this slow. There's no reason to rush into anything.'

Looking up at him she slide her hand out of his, wrapped it around his waist, and leaned into him, 'I would like that very much.'

Doing the same John held her close as they watched the coming dusk, knowing they'd have to return to Atlantis soon. And there they would definitely have to take it slowly, for themselves and everyone else. For no one knew what the future held.

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A/N: Well I've officially varied from my main plot. Gotta blame the characters they do strange things..

Now I've never gone beyond 5 chapters in any fanfic not even the ones I've got in old shoe boxes under my bed…:D…And this is my first fanfic that had such long chapters….. So I need some help here. Do u guys think I should continue? Or do you like it here?

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