Here is another chapter. Sorry it took slightly longer than usual. Back to school and stuff. Anyway, enjoy.

*21 Weeks*

The January afternoon wind felt like an arctic storm despite the sun peeping through the clouds. The Pond family gathered in the back garden.

"We'll be back soon, promise"

River drew her mother in to a bear hug. Neither wanted to let go.

"There's only so much 'normal' that we can take"

The Doctor carried a large bag of River's clothing and essentials into The TARDIS then returned to say goodbye to his in-laws. Rory stepped forward to hug him then waited patiently for Amy to let go of River. He understood how important this was for her. They'd never gotten to spend much time with Melody since they found out who she really was so they treasured the little family time they had together.

"As long as we see you both before the baby is born."

Rory wrapped his arms around his daughter as Amy moved away, wiping her eyes. River was supposed to be the emotional one, not her. Amy flung herself at her son-in-law.

"Take care of her." She whispered so only he could hear.

The Doctor smiled and saluted the ginger. His wife took his hand as they waved goodbye and stepped into the police box. The vast time machine felt empty compared to the cramped house she'd gotten used to. Now it was just her and him, again. Not that she didn't enjoy spending time with her husband. She'd just gotten used to there being more people around. It was going to be very different for a while although she was looking forward to getting back to the travelling.

The Doctor skipped up the steps towards the console and went about dematerialising the 'old girl'; flipping switches and pressed buttons. The ancient engines kicked in and the blue box disappeared from the Leadworth garden. River swung the bag, which her husband had brought in, over her shoulder and started into the time machine.

"River!"

She stopped immediately and turned on the spot, waiting.

"You shouldn't be carrying a bag that heavy."

The blonde sighed. She knew exactly what he was going to say.

"It's only for a couple of seconds. I was going to put it in our room and then get changed."

The Time Lord grumbled under his breath and let her continue since she was insisting. River returned in less than a couple minutes now wearing a pair of black leggings and a loose fitting beige top. She descended the stairs towards The Doctor.

"There. Done."

She wrapped an arm around her husband.

"Where shall we go today, wife?" He returned the gesture.

River thought for a couple of seconds before answering.

"How about we go watch a sunset somewhere?" Her answer was rather vague.

The Doctor grinned and set The TARDIS in motion once again. River had to clutch the console in order to stay upright. In a couple of seconds they'd landed and they were no longer being thrown from side to side. The pair rushed toward the tall double doors to swing them open.

"The planet Solis. The year is 2157. July, I think. This planet has what is probably the most colourful sunset anywhere." The Time Lord announced proudly.

River stepped out onto the grassy hillside, mouth hanging open. The sky was a wild mix of pinks, oranges, reds and yellows. A streak of purple floated just above the rest of the colours. Above them, stars illuminated the blackness.

The Doctor took his wife's hand and led her to a spot only a few meters away. The pair sat on the grass, leaning against one another. River snaked an arm around her husband as they watched the sun sink lower behind the horizon. A light breeze blew through the air giving River chills. The Doctor placed one of his hands on her bump before pressing a kiss to her lips.

"Here have my jacket. I'm not cold."

He shrugged off the tweed and draped it over her shoulders before replacing his hand on her stomach. River pecked his cheek then placed her hand over his.

"You see that streak of purple above all the colours?" The Doctor motioned towards the sunset.

River nodded and nestled closer to him.

"That is the Sidus Galaxy passing by. This is one of the only dates you can see it so clearly. It'll be completely gone in a couple of years."

River smiled at the sight. Oh, how she'd missed this. The travelling, the sights and her husband's delighted face as he explained something he was interested in. She lived for the moments like this.

River placed kisses along the side of The Doctor's jaw before nuzzling her nose into his neck. He hummed and lowered them to the grass. He pressed his mouth to hers as his hands moved up and down her sides. The blonde wrapped her arms around his neck in an attempt to pull him closer, if that were possible.

The colours in the sky started to fade as the sun sunk below the horizon. Stars replaced the bright colours and illuminated the couple on the hillside.

The whole sky was blanketed with stars by the time the pair returned to The TARDIS. The Doctor danced about the console, dematerialising for the second time that day. At least he thought it was the same day. You could never tell in The TARDIS. Who knows how long they were on the hillside?

River yawned. It wasn't quite time for bed. They'd spent so long on Solis that they'd forgot to have dinner.

"I was thinking that I might prepare dinner tonight." The Doctor piped up.

River stared at him and blinked.

"I thought it would be romantic."

He scuffed his shoes against the glass floor and twisted his hand in front of him. River broke out into a grin.

"Thank you, Sweetie."

The Doctor hopped around excitedly. It wasn't often he cooked.

"Okay, it might take a while so you could take a nap."

River kissed his cheek before whispering a 'thank you' again. She climbed the stairs, making her way towards their bedroom. The TARDIS was starting to feel like home again. River entered their bedroom then moved towards the en-suite bathroom. She checked herself over in the mirror. Her hair looked a mess and her skin was pale. Before she could move back into the bedroom, the room started to spin. River grabbed for the sink, but it was no longer where she thought it was. She felt her head collide with the bath as everything went black.

Okay, sorry. Not sure when the next chapter will be up. In the next week or so, hopefully. As usual comments, tips and suggestions welcome.