Tag: Romance
1000 Cranes by
“You’re trying to make a wish come true by, what, thinking about it? What happened to the actual paper folding?”
2.473 billion to one by
When the Ori destroyed Earth, a secret evacuation had been going on for several months. A few hundred thousand people had been sent through the Stargate into the Pegasus galaxy, settling into new lives on different planets all around.
5 Times John and Rodney Get Outed by
John and Rodney out themselves....
A Fine Romance by
If Katy Brown and Jennifer Keller do ever sit down to braid each other's hair and swap Life Lessons, they'll agree that Rodney is, on the whole, a bad boyfriend.
A Kiss So Sweet by
Passion, hunger, desperate need -- those were sort of things Rodney had thought about.
A Late Valentine by
Valentine's Day doesn't go as expected.
A Little More, Besides by
Coffee, first thing in the morning.
A Supplement to the Second Edition, etc. by
Steam punk romance.
A Walk on the Slippery Rocks by
If he can't do it here, he might as well go back to pretending to be straight.
Accidents Happen by
Almost made it to when, oh fuck, he realized he'd just kissed John Sheppard.
Airplanes and Shooting Stars by
Connor is, and John is, and together they are. Part of Being Connor Sheppard-Davies.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
And Hope by
While on a mission, John Sheppard discovers a device, but he doesn't expect what's inside.
Another one, really? by
John gets hit on by another princess. Lorne decides it's time to cool things off with John.
Apastron by
It's almost winter and Rodney's cold and cranky. John can fix that.
Archangel by
Based on Sharon Shinn's novels of Samaria.
John is an angel with more than his fair share of trouble.
Ardhanarishvara by
"Tell me, Colonel, did you take a look around and think, hey, it's the Planet of Sex Changes?"
At Ease by
Leave it to Rodney to bypass casual and go straight to cherished.
Atlantis Summer Camp by WIP
Atlantis is a summer camp and Rodney gets talked into being a counselor. Part 2
Baby It's Cold Outside by
John and Rodney get some down time back on earth.
Backyard by
John came home early to surprise Rodney - he's the one who is surprised.
Battery Operated by
Atlantis goes into lock-down and John's plans for the evening go FUBAR.
Bedtime by
"Time for bed, sweetie," John said softly, mentally crossing his fingers.
Between the Darkness and the Light by
John is the guardian of the secrets of the Stargate, and Radek comes looking for them.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
Bleak Midwinter by
John and Ronon have a white Christmas together. Sort of.
Blue by
Rodney hates not knowing everything, and even simple questions can lead to big truths.
Bright to See by
Woman!Rodney is married to John and they now have a week's vacation.
Come Again Some Other Day by
"Yesterday," John said, just in case Rodney was missing the point, "it was sunny."
Coming Out Sideways by
"Let me clarify. What’s in it for me that I’m not already getting?"
Concussions from Butterflies by
It’s shocking and remarkable how easily John says "I love you" when they start messing around.
Conversations and Consequences by
After John comes back from Earth, Rodney wants to talk.
Counterpoint by
Rodney writes and conducts symphonies and needs someone to manage the other parts of his life. Other stories in the series: Cadence; Continuo; Caesura
Cover Me by
"Oh, guard my soul, and deliver me! Let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in you." Psalm 25:20, ESV
Crossing the Line by
Lorne was royally screwed. Not because he had just found out that his commander has a thing for him and he didn't return his feelings, it was because he did. The only thing that stood in the way was Lorne's integrity, and he wasn't sure he was such an honorable man
Curb Appeal by
Rodney stopped the car and gazed out of the windshield. The house had that abandoned look about it, dark, frowning windows and covered over by layers of time. Sequel: All I Have
Dark Clouds and Silver Linings by
John and Carson discuss dark clouds, finding their silver lining, and there's bowling involved too.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
Desolate Dreamscape by
John can't sleep. Rodney offers comfort by being Rodney.
Desperate Times by
Masturbation fun! And maybe some exhibitionism…sorta.
Dog Day Afternoon by
He hated to think about it, but maybe he should send the dog home.
Entwined to Perfection by
Sometimes John thinks Connor doesn’t get it, but sometimes he’s pretty fucking sure he does. Part of Becoming Connor Sheppard-Davids.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
Everything We Need Here by
The team spends a relaxing day at the beach. John and Ronon come to an understanding.
Fair Trade by
John runs a coffee shop. Rodney's a customer. Related snippets: Fairly Competent, and Infinity Cubed; A Smarter Traidition; Wind Arrow
Figuring It All Out by
When Lorne walks in by accident, Sheppard gets outted. When Lorne admits to the same, the question becomes how they will deal with each other now.
First Monday by
Everyone was happy and smiling. It was creepy.
First Step, Faith by
Cam wants John and his first real date to be perfect.
Forgetful by
John knows he's forgotten something important.
Good Things Come to Those who Wait by
John thinks that Cam betrayed him back in Antarctica. Drama!
Had Joys No Date Nor Age No Need by
Rodney turned and looked at John. “You know,“ he said, “I'm ready to go.“ John turned to face him, and he knew right away that Rodney was talking about more than just leaving the remnants of the festival.
Hanging By A Moment by
They're taking a huge risk to be together like this.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
He Shoots, He Scores by
12 hours, once a month, oh what to do with the time????
Head Veg by
"I would very much like to see the effect of a vegetable on your head," Teyla offered.
Head of the Class by
Rodney McKay is a U.C. Berkeley physics professor who absolutely cannot stand the new faculty hire, John Sheppard.
Heaven is a Place on Earth by
John sublets an apartment but the owner really hasn't left.
Here I Am (Come and Take Me) by
One of them bets the other one that they can't go a whole day without kissing them
High School Confidential: John by
Part of a series: High School Confidential: Rodney, High School Confidential: Manic Monday, HSC: Polariod, Never Alone
Holiday Drabble by
ne of the things John loves about Cam, is the way they can be in the middle of the Pegasus Galaxy but Cam will still enthusiastically celebrate every holiday.
Holiday Drabble by
One of John’s favorite things about Christmas is the way Connor was all his for the day.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
Holiday Drabble by
Cam's making fudge and John has plans.
Holiday Drabble by
Evan had never imagined that John would turn out to be everything he wanted.
Home In Time For Jeopardy by
Even the defeat of the Wraith and a bright future in the Pegasus galaxy doesn’t mean that the universe isn’t ultimately random and cruel. Or that love can’t be found in the ruins of your own life.
How Much? by
How much suction does it take to get Nutella off one's hand?
Hugging the Fleece by
John couldn't sleep while Rodney was in the infirmary.
Hunting Parties by
John is captured by slavers offworld, but that's only the beginning.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
I Am The Weapon by
Short John/Ronon centric episode tags for all SGA episodes starting with "Runner".
I Believed What You Said by
After the events of Broken Ties John realizes that he can't risk losing Ronon without telling him how he feels
I Don't Ask For Much by
Then on a whim, John burst out, "Will you marry me?"
I'd Wait Longer (... For You) by
John thought there were some upsides to being on leave.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
Icicle by
"Oh don't be stupid, I obviously meant you shouldn't touch me *now*, with those icy clammy fingers and no, no, go away, no frozen stubble either."
Indoor Fireworks by
"Look, we're going to be dysfunctional anyway, can't we -- be dysfunctional with the sex?"
Inexperience by
Based on the prompt: 'John's never had sex before, and he's freaked out, not realizing his inexperience is a turn on for his partner'.
Interstitial by
Rodney has always lived in the spaces between.
Joyful, Joyful by
"Tell him, McKay, before you both get too old to get it up."
Juiced Up by
Under the influence of alien beverage, John reveals his feelings to Rodney. Not that he's capable of actually talking about it.
Keep Breathing by
John gives Connor a Valentine. Part of the Being Connor Sheppard-Davids verse.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
Keep the Home Fires Burning by
**Wanted: One stoic warrior type for casual sex, maybe more. Must be passionate, occasionally submissive, always inscrutable, and patient with repression, military command protocol, and attempted martyrdom.** The series follows Season 2 throughout.
Kind Much Closer by
8 vignettes from different points in their relationship.
Kiss Me. Arthur by
It had always been Elizabeth Weir's dream to produce a revival of Camelot on Broadway. She finally had the chance to do so and had cast Rodney McKay " primarily an opera singer but also currently down on his luck " as Arthur. Two weeks before Opening Night, a serious accident takes out Broadway-favorite Daniel Jackson, who had been cast as Lancelot, and Elizabeth's now desperate for a replacement. Fate intervenes and John Sheppard, mega-star and lead of John Sheppard and Friends pop fame is available. But is there more than fate involved?
Lists:
Knights in White Satin by
When Prince Radek's caravan is attacked by the Wraith, he's rescued by a mysterious mercenary who makes him rethink his future.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
Let Me Count the Ways by
Aliens Make John Write Love Poetry. Or do they?
Life by
What a judge and a court and two witnesses and a son have joined together, no one gets to break apart.
Like a Coin by
They’ve been in Atlantis for a few months when Rodney decides that John Sheppard has made it his personal mission to drive Rodney nuts.
Linger by
It presents certain difficulties to have an illicit affair with a person who gets up at the same time you go to bed.
Lost Team Member by
While on a mission Major Lorne, loses a member of his team. He is having a hard time dealing with it and finds help from a friend.
Magnetism by
A trip through the Gate gone wrong leads John to evaluate just what his young Lieutenant means to him.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
Moebius by
John owns a coffee shop; one guess who is best customer is. Set in the Fair Trade universe.
Most Natural Thing in the World by
Of course John reads labels now.
Moving Day by
"He’s a buddy of mine from the service. Recently discharged, looking to meet new people Trust me, McKay. You’ll get along." Sequel: Handy Man
Mutual Misunderstandings by
How high a price are you willing to pay to get your hands on everything Atlantis could have ever hoped for? A slip of a tongue during an off world visit and some help from Rodney and John and his second in command are about to find out.
On the Origins of John Sheppard by
John and Rodney go to Earth to explore John's past.
One Hundred Percent (Plus) by
Around John, Rodney can be himself.
One, Plus Two, Plus Two, Plus One by
Set post-series as Atlantis gets prepared to go back to Pegasus, Keller resigns, Rodney follows her, and Rodney panics when he loses touch with John.
Open Office by
There's a new guy in the cubicle next to Rodney's.
Orange Sky Kisses by
John knows how to turn the orange sky blue.
Orchestration by
Only John Sheppard could shrug with his shoulders, eyebrows *and* his hair, and look both devious and innocent at the same time.
Out of Bounds by
John's an ice skater; Rodney's a coach. AKA 'the skating fic'
Plain White Tee (The Three Musketeers' Remix) by
T-shirts worry when their shelf-mates don't come back from the laundry. Remix of Plain White Tee
Plan C, or How Rodney McKay Lost His Wife and Gained a Galaxy by
Billionaire Rodney learns that his soon-to-be ex-wife Sam Carter has a new boyfriend, John Sheppard. And who gets the cat in the divorce?
Plausible Deniability by
John enjoys a little plausible deniability - until he can't.
Primal by WIP
Chapter two (not linked within story). Unfinished WiP.
Professional Jealousy by
Rodney is dissed by one of his colleagues. But John knows how to make it right. Remix of: Professional Jealousy
Promises by
Part of the Cafeteria Series. Takes place directly after Comfort Food II
Proof of Intimacy by
John really should have known better than to challenge Rodney, especially when it involved their sex life.
Quiet Halls by
Major Lorne has found himself in a abusive (hitting/rape)relationship, Col. Sheppard finds out. Can the Col save him (the man he secretly loves) or will he be lost.
Rainbow Connection by
John doesn't know when, exactly, guns became a turn-on.
Redefining 'Long Distance' by
Cam finds that developing a psychic bond with the guy you have a secret crush on isn't as bad as it sounds.
Remember When by
John tells a story about two men, a chair, and an orange fleece jacket.
Repal of DADT by WIP
DADT is repealed and Jack makes his relationship with John official.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
Say Hello! by
Elementary!verse. Timeline and links to more in the 'verse
Secret Heart by
Cam gets some news and sends John an email.
Sensual Magic by
Rodney's POV: Bitten. John is a vampire and Rodney is not. All of a Kind; Out of Time
Sheppard's sense of snow by
"Very funny. What are you wearing as the outermost layer on your upper body?"
Sheppardology 101 by
He's practically made a science of knowing where to touch, when to linger and when to move on.
Sing to Me by
John is about as broken as a person can be, but Cam's still fascinated by him.
Slept Too Long by
Jingle Bells had been stuck in his head as he waited for the ten o'clock train, and Deck the Halls had kept him up until almost two in the morning as his mind repeated falalalala lalalala about a thousand times a minute. "While you were Sleeping" done McShep.
Slow Dancing in a Burning Room by
Capt. Jack Harness shows up on Atlantis. Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5. Sequel to Dreaming with a Broken Heart
Lists: McKay/Sheppard thematic fic index, Threesomes and moresomes master list
So Many Possibilities by
"Appendix, Sheppard, appendix. I shouldn’t have been surprised, I mean you’ve broken every bone in your body-"
Spoiling for... (a kiss) by
"Nah, I just... I can do this now." And Sheppard stops. Rodney barely manages to not walk right smack into him.
Steady State by
Things that can be found in the apartment of M. Rodney McKay Ph.D. Ph.D. Remix of Catalysis for Dummies
Stealing It Back by
That was John’s pout damnit. When had Rodney taken his pout?
Sunrise, Sunset by
"Just because I'm sleeping with you doesn't mean you're allowed to wake me up at ungodly-- Oh. Oh."
The Bare Necessities of Life by
"Uncle John, come too," Madison says sleepily, lifting her arm from Rodney's shoulder and reaching toward John.
The Best Part of Waking Up by
He knew that he was necessary to their survival. He’d never been necessary to a person before.
The Complement of Hell by
Life goes on after your military boyfriend breaks up with you. Sort of.
The Hard Sel by
Rodney sells salt. John sells vintage guitars.
The Journey Home: John's Story by
Rodney protests John's discharge after "The Return" by quitting SGC and going back to Earth with him.
The Morning After by
John and Aiden talk the morning after their first night together.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
The One Where John And Cam Are Penguins by
Cam met John during a migration.
The Tangler and the Hunter by
Rodney's a disgraced para-archaeologist-physicist; John's a famous movie star with secrets; they live on a planet called Harmony.
The Things We Do For Love by
John wants to have sex, Connor wants… something else. AKA: John is so fucking whipped and loves it.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
There's No Point In Fighting It... by
Sparring practice leads to a more ... satisfying form of exercise.
To Drive Away the Winter Cold by
Atlantis' first Christmas while separated from Earth.
To See You Naked is to Recall the Earth by
John had seen Ronon naked in the showers, in the infirmary, but he had never seen him like this, all golden and spangled in the sunlight; his skin like warm silk, a faint flush on his cheeks, his lips soft with a half-smile.
To Walk on the Wind by
Half a century ago, they lived on the edge.
Unnamed Comment Fic by
Do you want the truth or something beautiful?
Just close your eyes and make believe
"Do you want the truth or something beautiful?
I am happy to deceive you
Sacred lies and telling tales
I can be who you want me to be
But do you want me? "
Unsaid by
Four times they didn't actually say I love you (but meant it) and one time they did.
Valentine by
John and Rodney find a way to say what they mean without saying a word.
Waiting is hell by
Blankets. Thick, fleecy blankets. The one that his team-mates were apparently bargaining for was exactly the same colour as his orange fleece.
Watching by
John is not reading now though. He's watching Rodney.
Wedding Duty by
John is his usual, articulate self. Good thing Rodney's a genius. Sequel: Uninvited Guests
What Happens When There Is Too Much Flirting by
(Dex/Lorne -> Dex/Lorne/Sheppard)
What Might Have Been Series by
Also past McKay/Quinn, McKay/Mitchell, Sheppard/Holland, Sheppard/Mitchell and present O'Neill/Carter, Dave Sheppard/Keller, Mitchell/OMC, Lam/OMC & OMC/OMC.
What if Rodney didn’t go to Atlantis and the city was lost again? Sheppard turns up as the second command of the SGC under Major General Jack O’Neill and after a year of watching the moody government contractor Dr. Rodney McKay… he decides to make some very personal changes in his life.
What You Always Wanted by
John and Rodney learn to love the seasonal gift exchange.
When I'm 64 by
It's kind of a first time fic and an established relationship fic.
Where to Go from Here by
Part of the Moving Forwards series.
Wind Arrow by
More in the Fair Trade 'verse. Rodney gets hurt in an accident; John freaks out.
Wordless by
John isn’t sure when he internalized don’t ask don’t tell so deeply that it became don’t speak, but he knows he has.
You Belong With Me by
John Sheppard and Darcy O'Neill have strong feelings for each other, but must surpress them due to both being in the USAF. When a machine is discovered off world everything changes for both men.
Lists: Rare pairings slash index
You Can't Die Unless I Say So by
Dr. M. Rodney McKay as Juliette; Lt. Colonel John Sheppard as Romeo
Yours, Mine and Ours by
"I just thought it would be nice to have one of our family's genes carry on after us."
Zombies and Blackouts -- Oh My by
Sometimes the Pegasus galaxy was the ultimate horror show, the fright never ended.
