Jenny and Emma want to start a family; help comes from an unexpected source.

"Wow" Emma stares a little overwhelmed at the number of donor profiles in the catalog. "I had no idea there was this much information."

"Well yeah; we are supposed to know everything regarding the other half of our kid" Jenny shrugs scanning the page then clicking to another.

Emma cranes her neck to take a look at her wife and can't help commenting "you seem incredibly calm for someone making a decision like this; I'm panicking here."

With a prolong exhale, Jenny lets go of the mouse and runs a hand through her hair before replying "I'm not calm Emma, we just can't both be panicking at the same time; you're doing a great job all by yourself." She stands up to take a well-deserved break.

"Ugh I know, I know; I'm sorry" Emma laments leaning her forehead on the desk.

"You know what?" Jenny walks over and puts her hands on Emma's shoulder "lets forget about this for the time being. Why don't we go to bed now and we can have an early start tomorrow before we meet up with Hotte? What do you say?" She tries to coax sweetly.

"hmm. OK!" Emma concedes, willing to have something else to think about other than the pressure of starting a family.

….

Hotte was ecstatic to be hanging out with his friends again; he couldn't stop talking about his life in Vegas and certain anecdotes that for sure were worth telling. But it didn't take long for him to notice Emma and Jenny were not being their regular selves.

"OK, are you gonna tell me what's going on or do I need to torture you for an answer? Cause I've got all the time in the world and I don't mind bugging the two of you till I get it." Hotte threatens in his very unique style as they take a seat at the restaurant.

"It's nothing really" Emma utters unconvincingly.

"Yeah, I don't know what you're talking about" Jenny adds sounding as feebly as Emma.

"Hmm" Hotte holds his chin in mock consideration "OK then" he clears his throat and starts singing in his worst chipmunk voice "I made it through the wilderness, somehow I made it through. Didn't know how lost I was, until I found you…"

Both Emma and Jenny cringed at the same time.

"…I was beat, incomplete. I'd been had, I was sad and blue, but you made me feel; yeah, you made me feel shiny and new. Like a virgin…"

"OK stop, stop!" Emma puts her hands up and surrenders "we'll tell you."

"Jesus Christ, thank you" Jenny mutters removing her hands from her ears.

"Good," Hotte fixes the collar of his jacket feeling victorious. Then he looks back at his friends for an explanation but suddenly his face contorts with horror "Oh my God don't tell me you guys are separating!"

"What?!"

"What?!"

"NO!"

"NO!"

The twin responses were almost enough reassurance for Hotte, but still he needed further elaboration.

Emma and Jenny exchange gazes briefly until Jenny agrees to speak first.

"It's quite the opposite really." She smiles taking Emma's hand.

Hotte furrows his brows.

"We are trying to have a baby" Emma exclaims unable to hold back anymore.

"No way!" Hotte cries out "that is amazing!"

Emma and Jenny grin, happy that their friend seems as excited as they are.

"OK, now I need to know something." Hotte rearranges himself in his seat "Who's carrying?"

"Oh" Jenny looks at Emma to get the go ahead before continuing. "Emma wanted to go first to see how it goes. If it doesn't work out maybe I can try."

"Great" Hotte remarks satisfied with the answer. He then adds nonchalantly "so when do I make my contribution?"

"Wait, what?" Emma shakes her head not sure what he means.

"Huh?" Jenny is in a similar state of confusion.

"My contribution you guys!" Hotte makes a gesture with his hands, pointing down between his legs. "I'm sure my boys are healthy and strong just like me; but of course I will get tested and whatever."

Both women stare at him with jaws slacking.

Upon seeing their reaction he smirks "hey; you don't have to look so grateful, it will be my pleasure. I mean literally, my pleasure" he laughs loudly.

"Hotte I…" Emma tries to express herself but fails, still stunned by the offer.

"You're not serious right?" Jenny questions with skepticism.

Because of their response, Hotte realizes they are in fact, not believing his proposal so he hurries to clarify. "Of course I am serious! Don't you get it? It makes total sense, I mean you are my best friends and you want a baby; I can help with that so, I don't see the problem."

"Hotte, it's-it's not that simple" Emma replies finally having found her voice.

"It's a very important decision, you can't just take it lightly" Jenny warns, the idea already sinking into her mind.

Hotte sighs and answers more seriously. "You know? There's nothing here to think about really. You're the most incredible people I've ever met, you deserve this; and I'm positive you are gonna be amazing parents. This is my gift to you; for all the things you've done for me and for having my back. It would be an honor if you would accept me as your donor."

"Fuck, Hotte" Jenny shakes her head, her dimpled smile making its appearance.

For her part, Emma is still processing the information silently, deep in thought.

Seeing he already had Jenny's approval and knowing Emma could freak out, he decided to cool things down. "C'mon Em." He moves to sit next to Jenny, placing his arm around her and pulling her toward his body, "just look at us! The brown hair, the blue eyes, the cute smile; your baby will be a great combination of the two of you. I'm telling you, it totally makes sense, huh?" He emphasizes his point with a cheek to cheek demonstration.

It takes her a few more seconds, but finally Emma gives in, breaking into an overjoyed grin. "Oh my God! You're doing this; you're really doing this" she squeals and jumps into the arms of her friend and wife.

They receive her with open arms, creating a perfect group hug.

…

Two weeks later, with all the details sorted out and the "contribution" already saved in the sperm bank; they headed to the airport to say goodbye to Hotte.

They talk a little more until it's time for Hotte to leave.

Jenny is the first one to make her farewells "alright big guy" she embraces her friend "thank you very much for this; it means the world to us," she kisses his cheek before pulling away, "we will see you soon" giving a final playful pat on his arm, she steps aside to let Emma in. Sensing they needed some privacy she excuses herself.

For a moment Hotte and Emma stand close to each other without saying a word.

It's Hotte who eventually breaks the silence. "So… we didn't become a couple or get married but at least we are gonna have a baby after all huh? One out of three is not bad."

Emma chuckles, not being able to contain her emotions anymore "I know." With that she throws herself in Hotte's arms "thank you, thank you so much Hotte. This is the most wonderful thing you could have ever done for us, you are giving us a family; this will always be close to my heart. Thank you" she sobs while embracing Hotte.

"Anything for you Emma, anytime" Hotte states, already with tears in his own eyes, holding onto his best friend tightly.

From a distance, Jenny observes the scene and is deeply touched. She watches them for a few more seconds then she turns around, feeling like she's intruding in a very intimate moment. Instead Jenny marvels on how close they are to having their dream of a family; for sure a challenge she's willing to fight for, with the love of her life by her side.

Hotte places a kiss to Emma's head before requesting "can I ask you something?"

Emma leans back and waits for Hotte to look at her to nod her agreement.

"Promise me that I will be the first one you'll tell if it worked OK?"

"Of course you'll be the first one to know!" Emma slaps his arm "I promise."

With a final squeeze in each other's arms they pull apart still holding hands, beaming like happy dummies.

"OK then. I better get going." Hotte lets go of Emma's hands and grabs his bag "Until next time."

"Don't take too long" she says hopefully.

"I won't." Hotte winks at her and makes his way to the gates.

Exhaling Emma walks toward Jenny joining her at the concession stand.

Just before he is about to go through the gates, Hotte turns and waves at them.

They return the gesture and watch as he disappears inside.

"Shall we?" Jenny extends her hand for Emma to take, dimples on display.

"Yes Mrs. Muller." Emma takes her hand with no hesitation, smiling happily.

Both begin their journey back home, eagerly making plans for their future ahead.