Rating: PG-13

Pairing: Jack/Daniel

Category: Angst, alternate universe, crossover, drama, established relationship, first time.

Date: March 26, 2003

Status: Complete

Series: Incarcerated

Disclaimers: Stargate SG-1 and its characters are the property of Showtime/ Viacom, MGM/UA, Double Secret Productions, and Gekko Productions. I do not own the characters and indeed am only playing with them for a little while.  I am not making any money from this and I'm still paying for everything I own so there's very little point in suing me.  No copyright infringements whatsoever is intended. The story is for entertainment purposes only. At least I hope it's entertaining.  The original characters, situations, and story
are mine.  Please check with me first if you want to archive or link to this story.

Notes: This story has not been beta read.  The "don't ask, don't tell" law doesn't exist in this story.  Words like this are thoughts.  This is my first Stargate SG-1 story.  I have written many Star Trek: Voyager stories under two different names.  Also, everyone knows about Jack and Daniel's relationship.  This story and plot has sortta changed due to feedback.  Tbox, thanks for the plot suggestions.  Thanks to those who sent feedback.  Archive at Alpha Gate, Area 52,  and Jackdaniels.  Anyone else please ask.
I have used some French, Portuguese, Russian, and Italian words in this story.

Synopsis: Daniel gets arrested.

Warning: This story contains mild spanking scenes.

Copyright © 2003 by The Space Monkey

Part One

    Colonel Jack O'Neill was waiting on his archeologist, linguist, and lover, Dr. Daniel Jackson.  They had a very important mission to go on.  They *had* to meet with the Protazoians at 1000 hours to get them to sign a treaty.  The Protazoians are exceptionally formal, are hideously punctual, and the language is loaded with tons of nuances.  Being late is a personal insult, so they *won't* sign *any* treaty if the team isn't on time, and Daniel's needed for translation duties because he's the only one who can understand the
nuances of the language well enough to avoid accidentally insulting their hosts.

    "Dannyboy, come on.  I have a meeting that I *can't* be late for."

    "Jack, you go ahead.  I'll be there shortly.  I just need to look up one more thing.  It could be important in the negotiations."

    "Danny, come on.  We *can't* be late."

    "Jack, go ahead."

    "Okay.  Remember be on time for the mission.  Absolutely *no* excuses and *no* delays are acceptable."

    "I know, Jack.  Don't worry.  I *promise* I'll be on time."

    Five minutes after Jack left for the mountain, Daniel was ready to go.  He grabbed his keys and his coffee cup and headed for the door.  After locking the door he got into his SUV.  He had a Ford Expedition which was a dual auto that had an in dash  6 disc CD changer, CD/Cassette stereo, an automatic third row folding seat, a message center, an air conditioner/heating system, a reverse
sensing system, an auxiliary climate control system, a V8 engine, adjustable pedals with memory, anti lock brakes, power windows and locks, a radio, leather seats, a sunroof, a TV/VCR/DVD combo, dual sliding doors, remote keyless entry, aluminum wheels, cruise control, a navigation system, a roof rack, grill guards, step rails, front and side air bags, fog lamps, reclining seats, cell phone holder/battery charger, cup holders, and a car alarm.   It was just 0800 hours, so he had time.  He saw a police car in the rearview mirror.  He got out of his Expedition.  Two cops got out of the car and walked towards Daniel.

    "Is there a problem officers?"

    "Are you Doctor Daniel Jackson?"

    "Yes, I am he."

    "Doctor Jackson, I am Officer Jonathyn Chrystopher and this is my partner Officer Jeffry Trystan.  Doctor Jackson, we have a warrant for your arrest."

    "WHAT?!  Why?"

    "For two speeding and eight parking tickets."

    "Do you have any weapons on you?"

    "Um..yeah.  I have a revolver."

    He went into his SUV and opened the glove compartment and retrieved his weapon.  One of the officers took the gun and the other began searching Daniel's pockets.

    "Do you have any medications or drugs on you?"

    "Allergy pills."

    They put the pills and revolver in a bag.  Officer Jonathyn Chrystopher took out his handcuffs and handcuffed Daniel.

    "Doctor Daniel Jackson, you are under arrest for unpaid traffic tickets.  You have the right to remain silent.  Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.  You have the right to an attorney.  If one cannot be afforded you will be provided one by a court of law.  Do you understand these rights?"

    "Yes, I understand my rights."

    Oh, s-i-.  Jack and General Hammond *are* gonna be pissed.  I *can't* believe I forgot to pay for those tickets.  Maybe I can see the judge and pay the fines and still make it in time for the mission.

Part Two

    "Name?"

    "Doctor Daniel Jackson."

    "Address?"

    "1234 North Street."

    "Time and place of arrest?"

    "8:00 A.M. at 1234 North Street."

    "Name of arresting officer or in this case officers?"

    "Officer Jonathyn Chrystopher."

    "Officer Jeffry Trystan."

    "Arrest charge or charges?"

    "Negligence to pay speeding and parking tickets."

    They search Daniel again and take his mug shot and his fingerprints.  They placed him in a cell.  Oh man.  Jack and the General *are* gonna have a fit over this.  I *can't* be late for this mission.  We *need* them to sign that treaty.  Way to go Daniel.  How could I forget to pay for those tickets.  A guard is coming.

    "Doctor Jackson, the traffic judge is still in session.  You can go directly into court if you want."

    Finally!  Now I can just go see the judge, get these tickets paid for, and still make it in time for the mission.

    "Thank you."

    "Here, take this file with you.  To get to the court room follow this hall to the end, make a left near the restrooms, go straight until you reach the end of that hall, and turn right.  It's those double doors on the right."

   He looked at his watch.  It was 0930 hours!  He just had thirty minutes before the mission!  He followed the guard's directions.  When he came to the double doors he went inside.  There were several desks with uniformed officers sitting behind them, a metal detector, and another pair of double doors.  Daniel went to the first desk.

    "I'm here to see the traffic judge."

    "Here, fill this out and put the contents of your pockets and everything you have in this bag."

    She gave him a plastic bag, a pen, and a sheet of paper.
 
 

     Name: Jackson Daniel
                 Last        First

    Address: 1234  North Street     Colorado Springs, Colorado     24680
              Address  Street      City                  State   Zip Code

    Occupation: Archeologist/linguist/military consultant.

    Contents of bag: Allergy medication, a watch, a blue bandanna,a cell phone, keys, and a revolver.

    Bag Number: Number 1

    First offense?    X   yes        no

    Reason for being in court: Two unpaid speeding tickets and eight unpaid parking tickets.

    Date: December 7, 2002

    How do you plead?     X    guilty          not guilty

    Would you like to contest the charge(s)?         yes    X    no

    How will you pay for the fine(s)?        cash    X     check         money order         VISA
                                                               Master Card         Discover Card         Capital One

    How much is the fine(s)?          below $100         $100-$500 X    $500-$1,000         $1,000-$5,000

    How much is your bail?

    What is the exact amount of the fine(s), court costs, and other penalties?

     Amount of points on driver's license?
 

     Signature

     Daniel filled the paper out and put his stuff in the bag.  He turned the bag in to a lady.

    "Okay, step through the metal detector."

    He did. He was told to go ahead and go through the double doors. He did.

Part Three

    "Incoming wormhole," said Captain Feretti.

    "The signal is SG-1."

    "Open the iris."

    The 'gate opened and in came SG-1 lead by a *very* irate Jack O'Neill.  General Hammond approached Jack.

    "Colonel, do we have a deal with the Protazoians?"

    "No, sir.  We do *not* have a treaty with the Protazoians.  Since Daniel missed the mission, his absence was an insult.  These nincompoops that were sent along as translators, made a mess and also insulted them.  They said and I quote, 'we will *never* sign the treaty with a planet that is *very* rude.'  By the way, has Spacemonkey called or showed up yet?"

    'Colonel, Major, and Teal'c, let's head for the briefing room."

    Jack, Sam, and Teal'c follow the General into the briefing room.  They all sit at the table.

    "I sent some SF's to your house, Colonel.  They found Doctor Jackson's SUV parked in the driveway."

    "I bet it was the NID,' said Jack.

    "Where could he be?  It's not like Daniel to not show for work," said Sam.

    "Indeed," said Teal'c.

    Jack started issuing orders.

    "Carter, contact the Tok'ra and see if they know anything.  Teal'c, check with NORAD to see if any planes have left Colorado Springs between  0800 hours and 1100 hours."

    "Aye, sir."

    "Affirmative, O'Neill."

    "I'll contact Washington."

     Sam contacted Jacob/Selmac to see if it was the Goa'uld.  Jacob said that he'd check and see.  Teal'c found ten flights that left Colorado Springs: to Los Angeles at 8:00, to Seattle at 8:00, to Miami at 9:00, to Chicago at 9:00, to Fort Worth at 10:00, to Las Vegas at 10:01, to Salt Lake City at 10:02, to San Diego at 10:30, to Philadelphia at 11:00, and to Phoenix at 11:00.  Jack was frantic.  Where are you, Danny?

Part Four

    Daniel looked at the clock on the wall.  It was 1130 hours.  I have cost Earth the treaty.  There were at least twenty or thirty people in front of Daniel.  Finally it was his turn.

    "Daniel Jackson."

    He stepped forward.

    "It says here that you have two speeding tickets for 8/2/02 and 8/5/02 and eight parking tickets for 8/2/02, 9/3/02, 9/8/02, 9/16/02, 11/1/02, 11/25/02, 11/28/02, and 12/1/02.  How do you plead?  Would you like to contest these charges?"

    "Guilty.  No, I don't want to contest the charges."

    "Doctor Jackson, since this is your first offense, I will let you off with a warning.  In addition to your $1,000 fines, you will pay $500 in court costs, a $600 penalty for neglecting to pay them for a total cost of $2,100.  You also have two points on your driver's license and your license is suspended for three months.  If you get caught driving with a suspended license not only will you pay another fine, you will also be put in jail for three weeks.  Do you understand?"

    "Yes,sir."

    "Good.  Bailiff, take him into custody."

    "What?!"

    'Oh, I'm sorry.  Your bail is $1,000."

    'I-I-I don't have anymore money.  I won't get paid until two weeks."

    'Well, pay your fines and you can call someone to post your bail.  Until that person comes you shall remain in jail."

    The bailiff lead Daniel out of the court and back so he could finish filling out the paper and paid the fines.
 
 

    Name: Jackson Daniel
                Last        First

    Address: 1234  North Street     Colorado Springs, Colorado     24680
            Address  Street      City                  State   Zip Code

    Occupation: Archeologist/linguist/military consultant.

    Contents of bag: Allergy medication, a watch, a blue bandanna,a cell phone, keys, and a revolver.

    Bag Number: Number 1

    First offense?    X   yes        no

    Reason for being in court: Two unpaid speeding tickets and eight unpaid parking tickets.

    Date: December 7, 2002

    How do you plead?     X    guilty          not guilty

    Would you like to contest the charge(s)?         yes    X    no

    How will you pay for the fine(s)?        cash    X     check         money order         VISA
                                                               Master Card         Discover Card         Capital One

    How much is the fine(s)?          below $100         $100-$500 X    $500-$1,000         $1,000-$5,000

    How much is your bail?  $1,000

    What is the exact amount of the fine(s), court costs, and other penalties? $2,100

     Amount of points on driver's license? Two

   Daniel Jackson
     Signature

     They allowed him to make one phone call before he was put in a cell.  He decided to call Jack.  He quietly sobbed as he dialed Jack's cell phone number.

Part Five

    "Sir, it looks like it wasn't the Goa'uld."

    "O'Neill, there weren't any people on the passenger list with connections to..."

    Teal'c was cut off by the ringing of Jack's cell phone.

    "Hello, O'Neill speaking.'

    "Uh... h-hello.  J-Jack."

    "Danny!  Where are you?  Are you okay?  Why are you crying?"

    "Jack, I-I'm in jail.  I need you to come bail me out.  I need you to bring $1,000."

    "Why are you in jail?!"

    "Two speeding and eight parking tickets.  I gotta go."

    "Okay, I'm on my way."

    Jack hung up the phone.

    "It seems that Daniel has gotten himself arrested.  I'm gonna go get him and bring him back to the base.  Then General you can handle it from there."

    Jack was furious.  I am *so* mad at Daniel.  Wait 'til I get him home.  I'm gonna blister his butt.  He's not gonna be able to sit down for a week.  Jack pulled into the front of the police station.

    "I'm here to post bail for a Daniel Jackson."

    After Jack paid the bail a police officer brought Daniel to him.  Jack took Daniel by the arm and led him to the SUV.  Daniel knew Jack was furious with him.

    "Jack, I'm sorry."

    "Daniel, do not say one word to me right now," Jack growled.

    Daniel did as he was told.  When they got back to the mountain, Daniel could tell that the general was furious also.

    "DOCTOR JACKSON, MY OFFICE NOW!"

    Daniel did as the general told him.  When they got to the general's office the general slammed the door.

    "SIT DOWN!"

    Daniel did as the general told him to.  The general was scaring him.  General Hammond had never yelled at him before.  He guessed it was about the mission and the treaty.

    "HOW COULD YOU?  YOU KNEW ABOUT THOSE TICKETS BEFORE THE MISSION!  YOU SHOULD HAVE PAID THOSE FINES BEFORE THE MISSION!"

    "I'm sorry, General."

    "SHUT UP, DOCTOR JACKSON!  I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED IN YOU!  YOU KNEW HOW IMPORTANT THAT TREATY WAS!  I AM GOING TO CONTACT THE PROTAZOIANS TO SEE IF WE COULD RENEGOTIATE THE SIGNING OF THE TREATY!  YOU HAD BETTER HOPE THEY SAY YES OR YOU WILL NOT BE GETTING PAID!  YOU ARE HEREBY SUSPENDED FOR ONE WEEK WITHOUT PAY!  YOU HAVE THIRTY MINUTES TO BE OUT OF HERE OR I WILL HAVE THE SFs DRAG YOU OUT OF HERE!  ALSO, SG-1 IS ON STAND DOWN  FOR A WEEK BECAUSE OF YOUR SUSPENSION!  NOW GET OUT OF MY OFFICE!"

     He stood up and headed for the door.  Before he went out the door he tried to apologize one more time.

    "I-I-I'm sorry, sir.  I f-f-forgot about the tickets."

    When Daniel was about to walk out the door General Hammond said, "You will be the one to tell the rest of your team that they are on stand down and why."

    It would be easy telling Sam and Teal'c, but he was scared to tell Jack because Jack was already mad at him and he didn't want to make him madder.  When he stepped into the hallway he saw some members of SG-3 looking at him.  He found the rest of his team in the briefing room.

    "Um...guys, we're on stand down for a week.  General Hammond, suspended me for a week without pay, so he put the team on stand down.  I'm sorry.  He has also given me thirty minutes to get out of here or the SFs will drag me out.  Jack, I need you to drive me home because my license was suspended for three months."

    He stood between Sam and Teal'c.

    "Sam, Teal'c, I am sorry about all of this.  I forgot about those tickets from August, September, November, and the ticket on the first of this month.  Well, see ya later."

    "It's okay, Daniel.  See ya, Daniel."

    "Apology accepted, DanielJackson.  See you in one week."

    "Jack, I'm sorry."

    "Not one word, Daniel!"

    Jack looked madder.  Jack grabbed him by the arm and led him out of the briefing room.  He took Daniel to his office and told him to sit down.  Jack got on the phone and called the general.

    "General, I need to drive Daniel home."

    "Why, do you need to drive Doctor Jackson home?"

    "He says that his license was suspended."

    "Colonel, you may drive him home.  Take the rest of the day off and come back to work tomorrow to finish the paperwork."

    "I can take him home and come back to work tomorrow."

    "Jack, don't be too hard on him, but don't be too easy on him either."

    "Okay, thanks."

    When he hung up he grabbed Daniel by the arm and led him out the door and to his Expedition.

    "Get in the car, Daniel."

    "Jack, I'm sorry."

    "Not one word, Daniel!"

    Daniel did as he was told and started crying softly.  Jack pulled into the drugstore parking lot and when Daniel was about to get out Jack told him to stay put.  Jack bought a big bottle of aloe vera lotion.  As soon as they were in the house Jack started yelling.

    "WHY DIDN'T YOU PAY THE FINES FOR THOSE TICKETS?!"

    Daniel yelled, "BECAUSE I FORGOT!"

    "Daniel, how much was the total fines?"

    "$1,000 for the tickets, $500 for the court costs, and $600 for the monetary penalty Jack."

    "Okay.  How many miles over the limit were you?"

    "On one or both tickets?"

    "Both."

    "30 on the first one and 10 on the second one."

    "Okay, that's $2,100 and 40 miles over the limit.  Over the next 30 days, you will receive 2,100 swats - 70 swats per day.  Then after each session you will stand in the corner for forty minutes.  During the next thirty days, you will obey all orders at all times.  If you fail to obey *any* order, I will spank you right where you are.  You will be ready when it is time to leave - no more 'one more look' or 'just a little more time'! - and you will leave when I tell to leave.  Do you understand?  Absolute and uncomplaining obedience for all thirty days."  Jack's voice was serious.  "You will receive 29 with my hand, 29 with the paddle, and 12 with the belt.  Come on, let's go into the bedroom."

    Once in the bedroom Jack sat on the bed.

    "Daniel, pull down your pants and boxers and lie across my lap."

    "J-J-Jack please.  I won't do it again."

    Jack got up and grabbed Daniel and pulled his pants and boxers down.  Daniel laid across Jack's lap.  Jack wrapped one arm around Daniel's waist.

    "Daniel, I won't lie to you it will hurt."

    Jack brought his hand down hard.

    WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK

    Daniel was sobbing and his butt was red.  Jack picked up the paddle and brought it down hard.

    WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK

    "Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!    Jack, stop!," wailed Daniel.

    He threw his hand back to protect his butt.  Jack grabbed his hand and pinned it to the small of his back.

    WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK

    "Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Der'mo!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Bosta!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Stop you di merda figlio di buona donna!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Merda!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!    Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Cornuto!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!    Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Va te faire foutre!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Govno!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Owwwwwwwwwwwww!  Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!  Merde!," howled Daniel.

    Daniel was howling and his butt was crimson.  Jack picked up the belt and held it by the buckle part.  Since Daniel had tried to cover up he would get 24 with the belt instead of 12.

    WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK WHACK

    The blows are of the same force, but the accumulation of 84 blows has made Daniel very sensitive at this point causing him to scream.  He lay across Jack's lap bawling uncontrollably.  He was shaking, trembling, and coughing.  Jack rubbed his back and placed kisses on his head.  He pulled off Daniel's pants, boxers, and shoes.

    "Daniel, go and stand in the corner.  Keep your hands on your head and your nose in the corner.  If I catch you looking around or trying to touch your butt, I will spank you again."

    "Che cazzo, w-w-were t-t-those e-e-extra t-t-twelve f-f-for?"

     "For trying to cover up.  Now, go and stand in the corner."

    Bawling Daniel did as Jack instructed.  Daniel was only aware of his blistered rump.  His butt was so sore that he didn't think he'll be able to sit down for a week!  Oh man!  Jack must be really mad!  My butt is sore!  40 minutes later, Jack came and hugged Daniel.  Daniel turned and put his head on Jack's chest and sobbed.  Jack rubbed his back and kissed his head.  He picked up Daniel and placed him on his stomach on the bed.  Daniel sobbed into his pillow.  Jack went and got the bottle of aloe and gently rubbed some onto Daniel's blistered butt.  He pulled off his own shoes.

    "Shhh.  It's okay, Spacemonkey.  All is forgiven.  I still love you."

    Daniel nodded, but placed his head back on his pillow and sobbed.  Jack sighed and gently stroked Daniel's hair before continuing
quietly, "Maybe the number of swats is a bit harsh.  We'll back off on them a bit.  But I'm serious about the obedience thing, understand?"  He ran his hand through Daniel's hair again, unaware that the younger man hadn't heard him through his stifled sobs.
Jack climbed into the bed and gently pulled Daniel into his arms and made soothing sounds to calm Daniel down.

    "J-J-Jack, I-I-I'm s-s-sorry."

    "Shhh, Danny.  I know, babe, I know.  You do know that I only spanked ya because I love ya, right?"

    "Y-Y-Yeah.  I l-l-love y-y-you, t-t-too, J-J-Jack."

    "I know you do, Spacemonkey, I know you do."

    Jack gently shifted Daniel so that he was laying on his side in his arms.   He then put the cover on them.  He was careful to avoid putting any pressure on Daniel's butt.  Pretty soon Daniel was snoring softly.