This is just a one off that started in role play

And Baby Makes Three

Jack sat on the end of the bed. He was feeling decidedly ill. He wasn't sure if it was what he'd ate...or what he'd done.

Time to talk to Ianto.

Ianto was in the living room watching TV.

Jack stood up and walked from the bedroom into the living room. He looked at his lover. "Yan, I think we need to talk." He turned off the TV and sat beside Ianto. "I haven't told anyone this, well, I joked about it to Owen, but…. I can get pregnant." He blurted out.

It didn't register at first, but when it sank in. "I didn't know what to say...er...that's weird."

"But true none the less." Jack smiled. "We males have a cycle, like the women, but every 4 months. I tend not to have sex during that time. No oral sex either. I….think I'm pregnant. You made love to me last month, during my cycle. I thought I was okay. Apparently not." Jack grinned sheepishly.

Ianto's jaw dropped, but then he grinned. "I….got you….pregnant!"

"It looks that way. About 5 weeks I'd say. We can check tomorrow before anyone else gets in, just to make sure. I think you're gonna be a daddy."

"I don't know what to say, Jack. I'm really happy." Ianto wrapped his arms round his lover, kissing him. "Are you, happy I mean?"

"It's going to be a beautiful baby. Boy or girl, makes no difference. I'm a little overwhelmed at the moment, but happy." He smiled.

Tears started to well up in Ianto's eyes "What would you prefer, a little boy or a little girl?"

Jack took Ianto's hands and walked him to the kitchen. "If they're as adorable as you, I don't mind." They sat at the table. "I'm starving."

"That will have something to do with eating for two," said Ianto, smiling. "I'll make you something."

"Mmmm, scrambled eggs with strawberry jelly."

"Yuck!" Ianto screwed his nose up.

"Don't knock it til you've tried it, mister." Jack said, laughing at his lover.

"I guess I ought to make you an honest man and marry you," said Ianto, walking into the kitchen.

"Hey, is that a proposal, cos if it is, I accept."

They joined hands, Ianto leaning in to kiss Jack on the lips.

When they parted, Ianto cracked a few eggs and after mixing them in a bowl, put it in the microwave. Five minutes later, the food was ready for Jack to eat.

Ianto placed the plate on the kitchen table in front of Jack. "I hope the baby has your smile."

"And your beautiful eyes and cute button nose," added Jack. "Mmm, they smell good." Jack began to eat. "We'll have to tell Owen eventually. He'll have to give me a caesarean section."

"I agree. We'll have to tell them all. So, is it still 9 months?"

Jack shook his head. "'Fraid not. Four and a half months."

"That's not long, so your over a month already, so only 3 more to go. Or there abouts."

"But the baby will grow at the normal rate, I promise." Jack finished the meal. "I think we better have an early night. Need to get to the Hub before the others tomorrow and check myself out."

Putting the dirty plate in the sink, Ianto took Jack's hand and lead him to the bedroom.

Jack turned down the covers and got undressed. He saw Ianto looking at his stomach. "Do I show?"

Ianto looked then laughed, touching his stomach. "No, you don't."

Jack smiled, touching Ianto's hand. "Good. Come to bed. I wanna love you."

Ianto undressed and got in beside Jack, still holding his hand. "Love you."

"I love you."

They settled down in each others arms and fell asleep.

The alarm went off, waking both men.

Ianto sat up, looking down at Jack. "Time to get up, Jack." He kissed his lips.

"Mmm, what a way to wake up."

"You need to grab a shower and get in before Owen and the others arrive."

"What are you gonna do?"

"Make a few ghastly sandwiches in case you get any fancy cravings. Egg and strawberry jelly…."

"Oh, cheese and peanut butter."

Ianto laughed. "In the shower."

Ianto washed and dressed and then went about making the sandwiches for Jack. He smiled as he wrapped them in foil.

"You ready yet?" He called out.

"Just about," said Jack, walking from the bedroom to the lounge.

"You'll do," said Ianto, smiling.

"We need to talk about names, too. Have you any in mind?"

Ianto shook his head. "You only told me last night. Give me a few hours. I'll thing of something."

"I kindda like Jackian"

"Mmmm. What if it's a girl?"

"Kathleen is a pretty name."

"Yes, it is. Kathleen Harkness-Jones."

Jack smiled. "Really?"

"Mmm, we have to have the same name. Yours come first." Ianto smiled. "I like Ella, too."

"Mmm, how about Ella Kathleen?"

"Sounds beautiful."

Jack checked his watch. "Let's get to the SUV. It's nearly 7.45am."

They went you to the car. Jack let Ianto drive, happy to sit back and be pampered.

Entering through the tourist office, Jack went straight to the body scanner, placing his hand on the square plate.

"Oh, baby," said Jack.

"What?" came a voice from behind them.

Shit mouthed Ianto.

"What is that, Jack?"

"A baby."

"A….you're pregnant?"

"Yep. About a month it looks like."

"And was this….planned."

Jack looked at Ianto. "No."

Ianto looked away.

"But I'm glad it happened," he added.

"I don't pretend to understand you, Jack Harkness. Your body….anything. You'll have to tell me what to do when the time comes."

"My gestation is four and a half months. I'll need a caesarean section to deliver the baby."

"We're getting married," said Ianto.

"Nice one. I'll give you away." Owen frowned. "Which one do I give away?"

Jack laughed. "Neither. We just exchange vows. It's a civil partnership. It isn't recognised as a marriage like a male and female.""Should be," said Owen innocently.

The cog door rolled back and Gwen came through.

"Oh boy," said Jack, removing his hand.

"What's going on?"

Ianto raised an eyebrow.

"I'm….pregnant," Jack told her.

"Stop it. No, you're kiddin', right?"

Ianto shook his head.

"No!" Gwen looked amazed.

Jack put his hand back on the body scanner.

"Oh, that's bloody amazin'! " said Gwen.

"Ianto's gonna be a daddy," said Jack, with pride.

"And how will you cope?" asked Gwen, looking from one to the other. "With a baby and work, I mean."

Owen shook his head. "You have to put a dampener on everything, don't you?"

"I'm only askin'."

"Afraid you'll be left holding the baby?" said Jack, playfully.

"No I….I….how will you and Ianto cope. Two men….a new born."

"I helped my sister with both of hers," said Ianto. "I can change a nappy and feed a baby. I can sing to it. Hold it. Love it."

Jack smiled.

"Why wouldn't we cope? Yes, its going to be difficult." Ianto put his hand over Jack's. "But we'll manage."

The scanner picked up another reading.

"Er, Jack, take your hand away. Ianto leave yours there." Owen moved closer to the screen. "Bloody hell!"

"What?" said Jack and Ianto, almost together.

"Ianto has a tumour. At the base of his brain." Owen looked from Ianto to Jack then back to Ianto. "We need to get you to hospital, mate. Now!"

"But….I don't feel anything," said Ianto, looking confused.

"Headaches? Over tired? Fatigued?"

"A little more tired than usual the past few weeks. But nothing drastic."

Owen looked to Jack. "Jack, please."

Jack nodded. "Let's go, Yan."