A/N: I DO NOT own any part of the Law & Order franchise, or the rights to the song Jumpin' Jack Flash by The Rolling Stones. Sorry for the long wait. I was at band camp. Feels good to be back though. This chapter is going to be...well, not even long enough to be considered a chapter, but it's the onset for the next. I needed a little more tradgedy here so here it is.
Jumpin' Jack Flash
"You know, I'm pretty sure that guy was checking you out. Should I whip out my gun?" John asked Jodi from across the table as they enjoyed a short breakfast, only a few miles outside of Baltimore.
"Baby, I'm nearly seven months pregnant with triplets. It's a miracle you still want to have sex with me. I highly doubt anyone else would."
John put a hand atop hers.
"Don't even play that game you know you're beautiful to me. How are those egg white working out for you?"
"You know, I never realized how unhealthy I ate until now. And of course I intend on keeping it that way. This food has no taste and these vitamins are the size of freaking anvils."
John chuckled.
"Well I'm glad I get to enjoy this nice incredibly fried meal over here."
"Oh shut it. You carry triplets for nine months, exercise and eat a restricted diet, then we'll see who's laughing."
He smiled, noticing the dark circles under her eyes. She hadn't been getting enough rest.
Suddenly, she dropped her fork, his eyes frozen in wide terror.
John turned around, trying to find out what she was looking at, but there was no one there. At least he didn't think there was. Turning back to her, he grabbed her hand.
"Baby you alright?" he asked, watching a red flush creep up her face. With no warning she began panting, and grabbed the table.
"No. No. No. Not now." she moaned, standing up on shaky legs.
As she stood up a loud splatter caught John's attention, and he looked down, noticing the blossoming wet spot on her dress.
"Is that your...?" he trailed off, panic rising.
Jodi grabbed her head, nodding before looking up at him.
"My water just broke." she gasped...
