Original Universe – John
John had been in plenty of situations where death was certain.
He'd been declared dead more than a few times as well.
Being a potential sacrifice to the Ancients was a first though.
Rodney's face was impossible to read and he flinched as Rodney untied him.
The scientist shrugged when he looked at him. "Not leaving you behind Major."
John understood.
Right decision, no regrets
John gripped Rodney's hand and Rodney squeezed back.
The sacrifice would be made as soon as they left.
John knew what that meant, that much energy released in one burst…
It wouldn't be long now.