From Childhood's Hour--by Frostfire

[frostfire_17]

In the settling dust, Major Sheppard’s hand lands on Rodney’s leg. “McKay?” It travels up, and Rodney’s too busy panicking about the cave-in to realize where it’s going, to notice exactly where his pants are ripped-

The hand freezes on his left thigh, skin against bare skin. “McKay. You okay?”

Breathe. In. Out. Panic attacks bad.

Comments

like I said

[jic]

I really like this.

[laetitia_g]

The last sentence is perfect for such a snapshot. I liked it a LOT.

[hajimebassaidai]

A sensitive topic well handled.

That was the right place and a great way to stop. John doesn't need to say anything, just be there and not flinch away.