Jack/Daniel
One
man in a thousand, Solomon says,
Will
stick more close than a brother.
And
it's worth while seeking him half your days
If
you find him before the other.
Nine
hundred and ninety-nine depend
On
what the world sees in you,
But
the Thousandth Man will stand your friend
With
the whole round world again you.
Rudyard Kipling
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Warnings
and Disclaimers
Silence
Rated: PG13
Posted: January 2002Summary: This is what I call a mood piece and was inspired by an image -- an image of Daniel, alone in the dark, haunted by past losses. And Jack understanding the kind of comfort Daniel needs when the shadows become overwhelming.
Author's Notes: Thanks to Maisie, who let me drag her into Highlander fandom but is thus far resisting with Stargate. And thanks to Sting's All This Time cd and a lazy Sunday afternoon that helped me get over the doldrums and finish this piece. Please also note this is my first time writing a Stargate fanfic. I'm so happy to have finally jumped in the wading pool. Maybe I'll find my way to the deep end next time out. :)
His wrong's your wrong, and his right's your right,
In season or out of season.
Stand up and back it in all men's sight --
With that for your only reason!
Nine hundred and ninety-nine can't bide
The shame or mocking or laughter,
But the Thousandth Man will stand by your side
To the gallows-foot -- and after!
Rudyard Kipling
Since June 28, 2003