The Tracy Women Part 5 Tintin?
Disclaimer: Nothing from the Thunderbirds Universe belongs to me. Anything else is the figment of my imagination.
This is the fifth part in my little series but not the final part. I have one more story to go after this. Well this is Alan's story but I am not totally finished with Gordon yet and he is going to suffer a little (well a lot actually).
Alan and Tintin are on the verge of break-up and the arrival of an old flame is the final straw. Will a series of accidents be enough to reunite the lovers?
Chapter 1: Cold Feet and Breaking Waters.
It was the morning of Gordon and Talli's wedding so everyone was excited except for the Groom. He was nervously pacing the floor of his Hotel room. He glanced over at the clock to see he only had two hours until he would be married. The door opened and his only younger brother entered.
"You nervous yet?" asked Alan jokingly.
"Yes," admitted Gordon sinking down onto the bed.
Alan moved to sit beside him. He could see that his brother was really nervous and it was unusual for Gordon.
"Are you ok bro?" he asked.
"Yeah just a little worried that she won't turn up. What if she changes her mind and does a runner?"
"She wont Gords, she loves you too much."
"I guess after everything that has happened, I keep waiting for something to go wrong," he said standing up and wandering over to the window.
"It won't just relax before you have a heart attack," said Alan with a grin. Gordon turned and grinned back.
Talli meanwhile was in another Hotel room putting on her dress. She was alone now but knew the other girls were outside well apart from Maddie. She was due to give birth in a couple of weeks so she and Virgil had stayed on the Island just in case. Talli hadn't wanted to marry without them here but they had insisted. Especially as today was the only date, the Chapel could do. It was booked solid for the next two years. Sure, they could have found somewhere else but this Chapel was perfect. It was located at the end of a pier so the ocean was all around it. As you were getting married, you could look out over the ocean and often see dolphins swim by, Gordon loved that. A knock on the door broke into her thoughts.
"Come in," she called.
The door opened and the girls came in. They all gasped and then smiled when they saw her.
"Wow you look beautiful," said Becca.
"Thanks," she replied with a smile.
"So you ready to do this then?" asked Tintin.
"I think so. You don't think Gordon will get cold feet and change his mind do you?" she asked them all nervously.
"No of course he won't," said Lucie.
"After everything you two have been through there is no way he is going to let you go," added Grandma with a smile.
"Yeah you're right. I'm just being a little paranoid," she replied with a smile.
Meanwhile back on the Island, Maddie was trying to find a comfortable position. It didn't matter whether she was lying down; standing or sitting it just wasn't comfortable. She sat on the sofa beside her husband and sighed heavily. Virgil smiled and pulled her down so her head was lying on her lap. He gently began to run his fingers through her hair and watched as she slowly began to relax.
"For the first time in ages. I actually feel comfortable," she said.
"Well the wedding will be starting in thirty minutes so you can stay like that for as long as you like."
"I love you so much," she said smiling at him.
"I love you too."
Maddie suddenly sat up and groaned.
"Honey are you ok?" asked Virgil feeling worried. Maddie's due date wasn't for another four weeks but they had been warned the twins could be born early.
"Kidney shot," she said with a grimace and stood up. "I'll be right back," she added before leaving the room.
By the time she came back in the service was about to start. She could see that Virgil had set everything up so they could watch the ceremony.
"Hey Virge do you think Gordon and Talli will mind sharing their big day with the twins?" she asked.
"What do you mean? Are you? Are we about to?" he asked too shocked to finish any of his sentences.
"My waters have just broken. I'm in labour Virgil," she said with a grin.
"What, wow, um, are you sure? I mean what do we do now?"
Maddie could see the panic in his voice and had to smile. She walked over and placed her hand on his arm.
"Virge calm down. Women have been having babies for years. It's going to be fine. All you need to do is call Dr Reynolds our Obstetrician."
"Ok I can do that. Should I call the others and let them know?"
"Nah don't ruin their big day. They will probably all be back here long before the babies are born," replied Maddie.
Virgil gave her a quick kiss and then walked over to his father's desk to call their Obstetrician.
Maddie headed off to the sickbay to get ready.
Talli stood at the entrance of the Chapel ready to make her way up the aisle. Tintin, Lucie and Becca gave her one last hug before heading off to find their seats with JJ and Izzy.
"You ready to go honey?" asked a voice. She turned to Dom who stood beside her. He was going to walk her down the aisle.
"Yes I am," she replied with a confident smile.
"Thanks for asking me to give you away Talli."
"Well you're the closest thing I have to a dad so how could I not ask you," she said giving him a hug.
Gordon stood at the front of the Chapel with Alan. He heard the music start and turned to see his bride walking down the aisle. She looked so beautiful and he knew he was a lucky guy. They reached his side and he smiled at them.
"Look after her Flash or you will have me to answer to alright," said Dom with a stern look.
"I won't, I promise," replied Gordon and Dom grinned at him.
The vicar welcomed everyone and the ceremony began. The tears were soon falling from most of the women in the room and of course Parker who always cried at weddings. The rings were exchanged and the vows were made. Everyone was touched by the beautiful words and even Jeff had a tear in his eye by the end of it.
"I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss the bride," said the Vicar with a smile.
Gordon pulled Talli into his arms and kissed her. Everyone else clapped and cheered. A dolphin could be seen leaping through the water as well. They broke apart smiling and turned to walk back down the aisle.
Back on the Island things had become more panicked. Maddie's contractions were only a couple of minutes apart and Dr Reynolds still hadn't shown up yet. Virgil was alternating between pacing the room and mopping his wife's forehead. Maddie was remarkably calm for someone in the late stages of labour.
Finally, a plane could be heard landing and Virgil breathed a sigh of relief. Kyrano who had stayed on the island with them was outside waiting for the doctor.
"You're doing great honey," said Virgil as he helped her through another contraction.
"Glad you're here," she said when she could finally breath again.
"I wouldn't be anywhere else," he replied wiping her forehead and giving her a gentle kiss on the cheek.
The door opened and Dr Reynolds came in. She had been their Obstetrician from the beginning and had worked with Maddie before so they were all well acquainted.
"Hey Dr Reynolds," said Virgil with a relieved smile.
"Hi guys. Let's see what's happening shall we and please call me Melissa," she said as she walked over. She quickly got set up.
"Well you are ten centimetres Maddie, It's time to start pushing."
"Ok," groaned Maddie as she was rocked with another contraction. Virgil had hold of her hand and was helping her with her breathing.
"Have you had anything for the pain?" asked Melissa.
"Just some gas and air but it made her sick," answered Virgil, as Maddie couldn't.
"That's great honey and you are doing fine."
At the next contraction, Maddie pushed as hard as she could. Virgil kept up a constant stream of supporting words.
"Right one more big push honey and we will have baby number one," said the doctor and Maddie did as she was asked.
Suddenly the room was filled with the sounds of a baby crying. Melissa quickly moved the baby over to the neo natal cot that she had brought with her. After a quick exam, she turned back to the happy couple.
"You have healthy baby boy congratulations."
Virgil moved to take a quick look and was overcome with happiness at the sight of his son. It was the most amazing moment of his life. Melissa moved the cot over to Maddie so she could see her baby boy. Tears glistened in her eyes as she looked at him.
"He is gorgeous," said Virgil smiling at his wife. She smiled back and then groaned.
"Looks like baby number two is ready to be born," said Melissa.
"I don't think I can do this," said Maddie. She was very exhausted by now.
"Yes you can baby. I know you can," replied Virgil taking hold of her hand. Maddie gave him a weak smile and gripped his hand again.
The plan after the ceremony was to head back to the island and have a little party there. This way Maddie and Virgil could be involved. They all went back to the Hotel first though for a drink.
Jeff came walking into the room grinning and came straight up to them gathering the rest of the family along the way. They were all wondering what was going on.
"Looks like this will be a double celebration," he said finally.
"What do you mean dad?" asked Scott.
"Maddie has gone into labour."
"No way," said Gordon grinning.
"That's so exciting," gushed Becca.
"Just think Gords. Not only did you become a husband today but you also became an Uncle again too," said Talli
"I know and you're an Auntie now too," he replied hugging her tight.
"Scary," she said with a grin.
"Are they all ok?" asked Becca.
"The Doctor was about to land when I spoke to Kyrano but everything was progressing quickly," explained Jeff smiling. He was excited about being a Grandfather again and he knew the others were excited too.
"Oh this is just wonderful," said Grandma happily.
Gordon whispered to Talli who smiled and nodded at him. She then wandered off to talk to her mother and Dom. The others all looked at him in confusion.
"She is just letting people know that the party back on the Island has been cancelled," explained Gordon.
"Are you two ok with that?" asked Jeff not wanting to ruin his son's big day.
"Of course we are dad," he replied and Jeff hugged his second youngest son.
"All sorted lets go shall we," said Talli walking back over.
The others finally arrived on the Island and headed directly for the sickbay. As they approached the door, it opened and Virgil came out with something in his arms.
"Hey guys. I hope everything went well. We kinda missed the ceremony," said Virgil smiling at them all.
"Don't worry about it bro. Looks like you were busy," replied Gordon gesturing at the bundle.
"Yeah. You wanna meet your nephew?"
"Nephew cool," said Gordon and he moved closer to take a look.
The others soon joined him. The excitement woke the little boy up and he opened his eyes to look around. His eyes were just like his father's and Jeff felt his heart melt at the sight of them.
"Congratulations bro. He looks just like you well apart from the blonde hair," said Scott grinning at his younger brother.
"So you want to meet his twin?" asked Virgil.
"Of course we do," said Alan excitedly.
Virgil grinned at them all and opened the door to the sickbay. They all entered to find Maddie sitting up on the bed with the other baby. She smiled as they entered.
"So you've all met our son then. Want to meet our daughter?" she asked. Melissa stayed in the background watching the family.
They all moved forward over to her. Like her brother, she too had tufts of blonde hair and beautiful burnt honey eyes like her dad.
"Congratulations honey," said Jeff kissing her cheek.
"Thanks dad. You want a cuddle?" she asked already knowing the answer.
"Of course I do," he said and she handed the little girl to her Grandpa.
Virgil handed his son to Scott who was itching to hold his nephew.
"Hi there little guy," he said as Becca walked over with JJ.
"This is your cousin JJ," she said letting him look at the little baby.
"Baba," said JJ happily.
"That's right and you have to look after him like I did for Uncle Virgie," said Scott and JJ just grinned happily at him.
"I guess that means you get to look after this little lady then Izzyloo," said Jeff walking over to her.
Izzy giggled at her Grandpa and the baby opened her eyes to look at her older cousin. Everyone just smiled at them. It was such a cute moment. Virgil then noticed the tears in Maddie's eyes and approached his wife.
"Are you ok honey?" he asked worriedly.
She smiled up at him. "Yeah these are happy tears. I just can't believe this has finally happened," she explained.
"I know what you mean," replied Virgil sitting down on the bed beside her and wrapping his arm around her.
"So do these two cuties have a name or are you going to make us wait like Scott and Becca did?" asked Grandma.
"No, they have names," said Virgil grinning.
"And?" prompted Gordon.
"Well," said Virgil standing up and walking over to Alan who was holding his daughter. He grinned at the annoyed looks from the others because he was procrastinating. "This little girl is called Amalie Ruth. Amalie because it was the name of the little girl in the stories that mom used to read to us and Ruth after her favourite Great Grandma."
"I remember those stories," said Scott with a smile.
"Me too," added John.
"You sure know how to make your grandma cry Virgil," said Grandma wiping a tear from her eye. Virgil walked over and gave her a big hug. Alan then handed her great granddaughter to her.
"Now what about this one then," said John who was now holding his nephew.
"Well this little guy is named Riley Scott. Riley after Maddie's dad and Scott, well I think you all work that one out," replied Virgil.
"Wow. I'm honoured bro," said Scott moving to hug his younger brother.
"Both names are perfect," said Jeff smiling at them. Virgil moved back over to sit beside his wife.
"Your turn next bro," said Scott to Gordon.
"Nah we are going to enjoy being married for a while first. Alan can be next," said Gordon with a grin. Talli walked over and wrapped her arms around her husband.
"I like that plan," she said with a smile.
"Yeah and I'm not even married yet so slow down," said Alan.
"Then it's about time you did. You and Tintin have been together longer then probably us lot put together," said Scott.
"Stop trying to rush your little brother Scott. They will do it when they are ready," said Becca.
Alan smiled gratefully at her. He wasn't sure he was ready to get married and have kids just yet. In fact, he wasn't even sure if wanted to be with Tintin anymore. Things had changed between them and now all they seemed to do was argue. Tintin was having the same thoughts. Was there a future for them? Right now, she didn't know.
Authors Note: Well that's chapter 1 done yay. I hope you all enjoyed it. Sorry, there wasn't a lot of Alan in it but he will be from the next chapter. Please read and review.