Scene change- Walking up to the Gate, Teal'c is leading followed by Daniel and Jack who are walking parallel but about 5 ft apart with Carter in the middle but trailing behind. Daniel and Jack keep glancing back to check on Carter, she's staring at the floor. Daniel gives Jack an intense look and Jack nods back and waits for Carter.
O'Neill: What's on your mind Carter?
Carter: Not much sir. (He raises an eyebrow and nods slowly) So were there any more ambushes on our teams since I've been here?
O'Neill: (squints and looks around guiltily. He looks at her sympathetically for a split second and then clears his throat to appear formal) Yeah- ah Edwards' team were attacked, (pauses) Ritter didn't make it. (she looks at him shocked)
Carter: Oh that's terrible sir, Lieutenant Ritter was expecting a child too wasn't he? (Jack narrows his eyes and nods)
O'Neill: Yeah. Well we'll see what happens when SG5 go to… (looks irritated that he has to continue, he looks around and then alls for Daniel) What's the planet that SG5 are going to again? (Daniel looks confused, Jack annoyingly has to hint) You know, Hammond mentioned it in the briefing earlier?
Daniel: Oh yes that. SG3 are going to P3R 961 tomorrow. (Daniel guiltily looks at Jack and he gives sam a small smile and then turns to catch up with Teal'c)
Carter: (oblivious and intrigued) Why are SG3 going to P3R 961? Didn't SG7 go there a few weeks ago?
O'Neill: (caught off guard) Ah- I don't know the answer to that- probably to check up on the people or something.
Carter: I thought the planet was uninhabited sir?
O'Neill: Carter does it matter? Anyways I- um (Awkwardly) needed to talk to you about something. (she looks at him and her eyebrows look curious, he looks at her softly and narrows his eyes then swallows, looking ahead) As your commanding officer, I'm going to know whatever you write in your report. What I'm trying to say is, if you have anything you want to tell me now, you may find it easier.
Carter: Sir, I haven't done anything-
O'Neill: Oh Carter I know you haven't done anything! I'm just saying, you know- what I saw, what could have happened, whether it has happened or not, I'm just- (he looks at her, she's focusing on his every word, he tilts his head back and shakes it ever so slightly) I am just checking up to see if you're okay.
Carter: I'm fine sir. Thank you.
O'Neill: (They stop walking) See, usually I'd pretend to believe that but you've been through a hell of a lot. And I know I'd have to find out everything as your CO but as a, let's say friend, I need you to be honest with me. (she nods and looks down a little ashamed)
Carter: I have got some cuts and bruises on- (she smirks) everywhere. It's not too bad though sir. (she gives a small smile as he looks at her, waiting for her to go on) what?
O'Neill: I know more than that happened Carter. Look, I know you may not want to fully disclose everything to Daniel just yet but you need to- (she nervously interrupts not looking at him)
Carter: He didn't rape me. Well- not fully. (whispers now quite ashamed) Sir.
O'Neill: Not fully… (He was about to speak but she quietly interrupts again)
Carter: Sexual assault yes. (Her eyes water) Janet will probably have to check me for-
O'Neill: Carter I'm sorry. We should have gotten you out of this god-forsaken place the first time we were here. (angry but trying to maintain self-control) I should have killed him when I had the chance, and the son of a bitch is roaming free somewhere (he turns is frustration) and I-
Carter: (submissive) I'm sorry if I let you down sir. (He immediately looks at her shocked and gives a bewildered look)
O'Neill: Carter even if you personally assassinated the God-damn President of the United States you couldn't let me down! But forget that, what happened between you and that piece of crap is most certainly not- and emphasis on the not- your fault and no way in hell have you let me or anybody else down. Look at your hands. (They both look at her hands, bruised and in need medical attention) That's clear evidence that you defended yourself.
Carter: (she looks up at him) Yes, but look at the rest of me- that's clear evidence that I failed. (A tear escapes and she quickly smacks it away) I'm sorry sir.
O'Neill: No, I'm sorry Carter. (He glances over to check on Daniel and Teal'c, they are very far ahead now, he turns his attention back to Sam) Are you okay with walking?
Carter: It's not exactly comfortable but I've had worse. We should catch up with Daniel and Teal'c sir. (He nods and they're making eye contact. He reaches out to touch her shoulder and drops his arm, she looks at his hand his hand gently brushes against hers she looks up to him with tears in her eyes and turns to walk off, he watches her for a few seconds and then trails behind.)
Next scene- Daniel, Jack and Teal'c waiting for the elevator back at the SGC.
Daniel: I can't believe Janet told us to get out of the infirmary.
Teal'c: I believe she told us to 'shoo' out of the infirmary in order for Major Carter to have some privacy.
O'Neill: 'Shoo' not very Doc Frasier now is it.
Daniel: (Ignoring Jack's pointless comment) I hope Sam's okay, I mean she just looked rough.
O'Neill: She'll be fine Daniel, I just kinda wished I taught that Kyran a lesson when I had the chance.
Teal'c: You did order me to relinquish him O'Neill.
O'Neill: Yeah I know Teal'c, in all honestly it was more for Carter's sake in the end. Knowing her, she'd burden herself with the fact he would have gotten what I say he deserves.
Daniel: From what we could see off her, I'm worried what's on her under those clothes you know, she's good at being on brave.
Teal'c: Indeed she is a brave person. She will defeat these trials that have been placed upon her.
Daniel: Yeah, I wonder how long Janet will keep her in for- (Jack turns around and walks off, Daniel calls out for him) Jack?! Jack! (He turns around)
O'Neill: What Daniel?
Daniel: Where are you going?
O'Neill: Back to see Carter Daniel. (he runs off and the two jog after him.)