Caitlin felt bad at how Rodney was talking the news of her and Carson leaving for a few days. She continued to hold him, hoping the love she felt for him was enough to calm him. She loved Rodney so much and hated all of this for happening. All Caitlin wanted to do was get this over with so things would get back to normal.
As the four of them huddled together, Caitlin felt a lump form in her throat. She really didn't want to leave their husband, lover, and children behind, even if it was for the best. But she knew she had to do this. "I love you Rodney and Kade," she whispered as tears rolled down her cheeks. She buried her face against Rodney's chest. "I promise to be better when I get back."
"Don't worry about it," Kade said as he rubbed Caitlin's back. "Once you get through this, you'll be able to attach to Rodney and me. It'll probably happen with Rodney first, followed by it happening with me. Things will work out eventually. Promise."
Caitlin pulled back and looked at Rodney. "You sure you can handle me following you around like a puppy when I get back?" she asked with a smirk.
"If you become too much of a problem, I'll just hand you off to Carson," Rodney snorted. He jumped back a little when Caitlin swatted at him. "Seriously...why wouldn't I be all right with it? I have the hottest wife on Atlantis. Plus, you're super sexy with your fangs out."
Caitlin found herself chuckling as she looked back at Carson. "He's such a prat at times but I think I'll keep him. Need someone to feed from," she said before she gave Rodney a wink.
"Hey!" Rodney pouted.
All of them laughed and pulled him back into their group hug.