Hello everyone! Sorry it's taken me so long to upload, well, anything really. I've been struck down with a monumental lack of inspiration and writer's block. That, coupled with my computer deciding to go on the blink. Sigh. I'm really hoping that this may be the signal that I'm getting back into the swing of things, but I'm not going to make any promises.

I apologise now if this doesn't live up to expectation, hopefully it will.

Disclaimer: I only own Lyn and her team. Everything else belongs to their respective owners.

. . . . .Change in time

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Lyn grinned as she leaned against the doorframe. Will was right, they were getting cosy. Both of her teammates were currently resting, each hugging onto the other as if they were a lifeline. That was probably pretty close to the truth. She turned to the major with a smile.

"Seems I m going to have my work cut out separating these two. Got any crowbars handy?" He laughed.

"You need talk, especially when you re with the Doc." She fixed him with a withering glare, one he was sure she d picked up from the CMO. He couldn t help but notice the underlying humour in her eyes, though. He grinned, pulling her into a one armed embrace. He glanced at his watch.

"That the time already? Listen Lyn, I've gotta get going. I'm expected at a meeting with the higher-ups. And I have to meet that guy again." He rolled his eyes, already looking bored.

"Again? What is it this time?"

"I'm not entirely sure. Something about putting together an organisation or something. I'll let you know when I know. You'll probably be expected along at some point, anyway."

"Me? Why me?" She folded her arms and cast him an inquisitive gaze.

"You're involved now. As are those two. Listen, I can't really say anything more than that. I'll see you later, ok?" She sighed and nodded. Sometimes she really hated how secretive they had to be, even around one another. He turned and began to walk away.

"Take care Will." He turned and winked.

"Take care of you. And those two. And you know who. Don't do anything I wouldn't." She laughed at the mischievous glint in his brown eyes.

"Not a lot then." He smirked and waved before turning the corner and out of sight. With a sigh, Lyn turned back to her snuggling teammates and smiled softly. Mind made up, she straightened and entered the room properly, letting the door close behind her.

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At first, Jack didn't notice anything except the woman pressing herself into his side. He smiled down at her, tightening his hold. She sighed and snuggled in further, muttering something in her sleep. A chuckle caught his attention. Snapping his head around, he relaxed when he saw the paramedic sitting in a chair across from them, now looking clean and fresh. He glanced down at himself and then to Shannon. They really needed to wash and change. He sighed, looking back up at Lyn. He simply smiled at her grin.

"Hey Lynx."

"Hey yourself. You two look comfy there." He allowed himself a slightly smug smile, looking back at the assistant.

"Yup, I'd say we were." Lyn winked, before sobering slightly.

"How's the leg?" He shrugged.

"Aching like a good'un. But, I've had worse." She nodded. That was true. She remembered a time when they were first put together as a team, when the patient they were called to suddenly and unexpectedly turned nasty. She still couldn't piece together everything that had happened on that particular call, but she knew that Jack had been hurt. Where the guy got the knife from, she didn't know. She remembered the stab wound to the technician's leg, the amount of blood that came from it. It was also the first time Shannon had panicked. She sighed and shoved the memory back down. She smiled softly, turning her attention to the younger woman.

"What about Shannon?" Both were unaware at that point that the subject of their conversation was currently coming around. Her voice was a little groggy, but clear enough to be heard.

"Shannon's still a little shaken." Lyn watched as the assistant pushed herself up until she was sitting straight. "But I am ready to accept that there's something going on that's bigger than all of us put together." Lyn smiled sympathetically. Shannon looked exhausted as she leaned forwards and rubbed her face with her hands. But, as exhausted as she was, Lyn saw the small fire of determination beginning to kindle in the younger woman's light blue eyes. The sympathetic smile transformed into one of pride.

"'Atta girl, Shan." Shannon offered a weak smile to the paramedic. Jack rubbed her shoulder, causing a small blush to spread across the young woman's pale cheeks. Lyn's eyes twinkled knowingly, leaning forward.

"So, am I correct in assuming that you two are now more than just good friends?" Jack and Shannon shared a glance. The silence was all the answer Lyn needed. She leaned back, folding her arms, a playfully stern look crossing her features.

"Well, I have only one thing to say about that." Shannon looked suddenly worried. Lyn wasn't going to disapprove, was she? She wouldn't, it would make her something of a hypocrite, something Shannon knew Lyn wasn't. But still...A glance at Jack's calm expression was enough to steady her nerves. Lyn suddenly broke into a laugh, taking her by surprise. Springing from her seat, and wincing slightly at the pull of the stitches in her leg, she grabbed her teammates shoulders and pulled them into a hug, one they returned.

"It's about bloody time guys!"

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After a good long shower and change of clothes, the two members of Lyn's team felt as good as new, all aches and pains considered. Lyn grinned as she watched the two. She wondered if they were aware that they were steadily moving closer to each other. It was good that they were much more relaxed now, though she wondered how long it would last. They couldn't stay in here for ever. She sighed, cocking her head slightly. Jack noticed the shift in the paramedic's position.

"What's up lil' lady?" She smiled at the almost playful tone of his voice.

"Guys, how do you feel about meeting the 'bots?" Shannon's head perked up, a spark of fear flashing across her eyes.

"What? Now?"

"No time like the present." She cast a glance at Jack. He squeezed her shoulder. Lyn sighed.

"Listen, I know it's kinda soon, but it's best to get it over with now. And seriously, there are 'bots here that you two are just gonna love." Shannon drew in a shuddery breath. With a mighty exhale, she slumped and nodded. Jack nudged her a little and grinned.

"Can't wait to meet 'em, Lynx." Lyn smiled and nodded.

"That's great guys. C'mon, I know exactly where they'll all be." She opened the door and turned to her team, waiting patiently. Sharing a glance, Jack and Shannon followed.

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Ok, Chapter 29 finally done! Sorry about the wait guys! Constructive criticism is, as always, welcomed.