The wedding
Chapter 37: The Father Son talk.
Once everyone else had left Jeff took a seat next to Virgil. He knew at some point Virgil would come to him about his future but he didn't expect it to be now. Although if he really thought about it then he supposed that this was the best time.
"Ok son what is it you wanted to talk to me about?" asked Jeff as he moved his chair closer to the bed.
"With Jo back in my life I now have a family of my own. I have been thinking about my future with Jo and I can't bear the thought of me losing my life on a mission. I don't want Jo to end up becoming a single mom, I just couldn't bear that." Explained Virgil.
"What are you trying to tell me son?"
"I want to cut my hours with IR or come out altogether. I just don't want to risk losing them both Dad. Now that I have them back in my life there is no way I could lose them."
"Son I can see where you are coming from, I honestly can. The problem is we do need you for IR you know all this. You are a big part of the team son and a very important piece of IR."
"I guess that I worry too much. I want the best for both of them Dad and I still feel bad about not being there for Jo when Robyn was born. Not to mention leaving Jo to bring her up on her own for five years. I am a little worried that I am going to miss this birth now too, oh God Dad we didn't want to tell anyone until we knew for sure." Said Virgil realising his mistake only a moment too late.
"It's ok Virgil. When you got shot Jo told John to let me know what is going on. How far gone is she now?"
"From what Jo told me earlier. She is eight weeks gone. Dad can I ask you a personal question? I could have heard Jo tell me that we were having twins but I am not sure. Dad do we have twins in our family by any chance?" Asked Virgil.
"We did son. You had a twin sister who was born only a few minutes after you, she turned out to be still born. Your Mother and I were very upset over it but I have to say we were very glad that you turned out to be so healthy. We didn't even know about your sister because she was hiding behind you." Explained Jeff
"Will that sort of thing affect Jo in any way? If it's true that Jo is expecting twins then I am going to need to keep eye on her." said Virgil.
"I am sure you will do a great job looking after them both son, or should I say all three of them. When did Jo find out that she was pregnant?"
"We found out just after we left the island that morning. I took Jo to the hospital to say goodbye to all her friends and she was feeling really sick. So since we were in the hospital anyway I also took her to get checked out. Before you say anything Dad we know it's bad that we are having another baby before we are married, if I am honest I would have been scared about your reaction to the news."
"Does Jo have to work her notice? Since I offered her this job."
"No she doesn't have to work her notice because she will still be a part of Dr Anderson's team."
"Are you telling me that Jo works for Tom as in our family doctor?" Asked Jeff. Now that was definitely a shock.
"Yeah she does Dad. Oh Jo found out about her family a couple of days ago, I think it's really going to surprise you."
"So do you mind telling me who Jo's parents are." Jeff had to admit his curiosity.
"Well you are not going to believe this. It turns out that Penny is Jo's real mum; she was really upset about it. It took me nearly half an hour to talk Jo into coming back down stairs to talk to Penny after she found out."
"Son that is one of your all time gifts. You can talk anyone round; heck you do it all the time with your brothers." Said Jeff with a smile.
"To be honest Dad I think that Jo is still getting over the shock of it. She and Penny are now talking like nothing happened. You know the scary thing is that Penny is going to be my Mother-In-Law and I am not sure if I am ready to be her son."
"Too scary to think about Virgil. Just be happy that Penny is a Mother in law that is not going to kill you for getting her little girl pregnant twice." Jeff said with a laugh. As Virgil smiled Jeff couldn't help but sigh slightly, just as life was getting back to normal for his son this had to happen.
"How is everything at home Dad?"
"Everything is fine son. I had to recall Alan from TB5 so the numbers were right for any callouts."
"I'm sorry about all this, it just feels like someone is trying to stop us from getting married Dad. I know that Jo is worried about it too."
"Don't worry about it son, I am going to look into this and Jo's kidnapping." said Jeff. "Something's not right."
"You think they could be linked?" To be perfectly honest Virgil had to admit the thought had been crossing his mind.
"Looking back now I'm starting to think so. You don't have to worry I am just glad that to see that you are happy, I can understand now why you want to at least cut your hour's son. We can't lose you but I am willing to work with you on what you want to do. I want to support you." said Jeff.
"I know Dad. We are starting to think about Robyn's schooling after all she is due to start very soon. We are thinking of home schooling her for now I mean there are enough of us to teach her everything. We won't pack Robyn off to a boarding school she is still too young and I want my little girl to have the best in life. Both Jo and Robyn are my world Dad." said Virgil.
"Who have you got in mind for teaching then?" asked Jeff.
"Well I have been thinking about that. Scott could teach her reading and writing, you or Brains can take her for math,. Gordon can do swimming, I would do music and painting, Jo, Tin Tin and Grandma could do cooking. I can get Alan something to do something as well."
"Sounds interesting Virgil but it is going to be tricky with IR. You know we are on standby 24/7, we will be lucky if Robyn gets her lessons done on time."
"I just don't want anything else to happen to us coming up to this wedding Dad. I want to marry Jo so badly and I am just so scared with everything happening that Jo is going to walk away." Virgil sighed as he finally voiced his fears for the first time.
"Virgil Jo loves you too much to walk out on you. She would do anything for you, you know that. In fact I am thinking of taking Jo out for dinner before we head back to the apartment to get settled for the night. Maybe I can have a little talk with her is that ok with you?"
"Yeah I am fine with it Dad I just wish it was me taking her out. I still can't believe that you kept our family home I thought you had sold it as soon as you got the island." Said Virgil.
"I couldn't sell it. I wanted somewhere for you boys to come when you were over here and not have to worry about hotels and things."
"I guess."
"I am thinking of giving you and Jo the apartment. It would be best if you two spent six months on the island and six months off the island, see how that turns out for you." It was an option at least.
"That is a great idea Dad. I really think that we should start living over here when Jo hits six month it means that I can still keep an eye on her. I want to make sure that she and the babies are doing alright."
"Let's just see how you get on with this six months on and off thing if you think it's not working then we can work out something else. There is something else I think you should know. John has got me and your brothers working on something special for the two of you. I can't let on what it is but you two are going to love it." explained Jeff; he really would do anything for his sons.
"That is fine Dad. Will the others understand why I am doing this?" He couldn't help but be worried about it.
"Once you explain I am sure your brothers will be very supportive with you'll see. Anyway I've got to go and meet Penny and Jo. I want you to get some rest; we will be back in the morning to see you."
"Ok Dad tell both Jo and Robyn that I love them and Dad?"
"Yes Son?"
"Thanks for all the support and understanding."
"No need to thank me son, I will see you in the morning. Get well rested and you will be fine." Said Jeff as he left Virgil's room.
Virgil sighed in relief as he settled back into the bed, having finally had the chat with his father that he needed it was almost as if a great weight had been lifted from his shoulders.