"Most times he kept that ancientness locked away, behind his eyes, and in his hearts. Safe. Very, very safe. But River thinks it was that ancientness she grew to love in the first place." Chronicles a series of happenings after Amy and Rory are zapped back to 60's New York. Features River as a child, and explores the Doctor's grief about the Ponds, and his love for River.
Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,252 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 14 - Published: 10/8/2012 - 11th Doctor, River Song/Melody P. III