Alan stood pacing the bedroom, why now of all time? William would probably be furious. Though really, it wasn't his fault. Not entirely anyway. They had been together two years now, and had been living together a good year so something was bound to happen. Maybe he wouldn't be so scared if William wasn't so dodgy lately. Every time he tried to talk to him he ran away it felt like. Sighing, he sat on the bed and gave up. There was no point in waiting, once Will came home he would tell him and that would be that. All this worrying over something so, so, stupid really. It was a big deal yes but it shouldn't be causing this much of an issue.
William sat at work finishing up paperwork hoping Alan wouldn't be too upset with him for running a little late. He knew he had been acting weird towards him. It was nothing personal, he wanted to ask him something but he wasn't sure how. He wanted it to be special. He loved Alan, loved him from the moment he laid eyes on him, he wanted this to be perfect. Finishing up this stack of paperwork he decided to call it a day, Nothing warranted more overtime and Alan was already home since today was his day off. Gathering his things he got to his car and headed to their apartment. Well, his apartment, he asked Alan to move in with him last year. One day they would move into a new place, their place but for right now they had no need to.
Coming into their apartment he saw Alan reading on the couch. That was pretty typical for him. Kissing him hello he went to change. Getting out of his shirt he heard Alan come into the room.
"How was work?"
"Decent. Grell has night shift."
"Well that's good for you then. Do you have a minute? Before we start dinner?"
Looking over at Alan he could see worry on his face, something was bugging him.
"Everything alright love? You didn't have an attack today while I was gone did you?"
"No I'm alright. I want to talk to you about something."
Smiling, he put on his house pants and sat on the bed. "Of course, I'm all yours."
Alan sat next to him and played with his hands before grabbing his.
"William, I..." Taking a breath he looked into William's eyes and said, "You and I are going to have a baby."
William sat there dumbfounded before a "what?" left his lips.
"I'm pregnant Will, with your child."
Dropping his eyes he tried to see the child through Alan's still flat and tight stomach.
"We're having a baby?"
"Yes."
Pulling Alan into a tight hug he was excited. He was going to be a father.
Alan was overwhelmed with joy as William held him tightly. He was so worried William would be upset he forgot he could be happy too.
"We are having a baby. I love you Alan."
"I love you too William and so does our child."
Pulling away he placed a hand on his stomach knowing he wouldn't feel anything. Alan placed a hand over his and they sat there lost in the excitement.
"How far along are you? How have you been feeling?"
Laughing, Alan moved to sit on William's lap.
"I don't know exactly how many weeks. But, I figure at least four and I feel fine. I've been tired but nothing drastic."
"That's good. Try to take it easy alright?"
"Don't I always?" With another kiss he rested his head on William's shoulder.
Since they were sharing things, wonderful things, he carefully moved Alan off his lap for a moment.
"Since we are talking there is something I want to ask you. And be honest."
"Of course Will."
Bending on one knee he took Alan's hand. "Will you do me the honor of being my partner for life? Will you marry me Alan Humphries?"
Alan was stunned he didn't know how to react right now.
"You... you aren't just asking because I'm pregnant?"
"No. I've been wanting to ask you for a while now I just wanted the perfect time. Now seems like the best time. I love you, we are sharing a beautiful moment..."
Moving to go to the drawer by the bed he took out a little black box. Kneeling back down he opened it to show the engagement ring inside.
"Allow me to ask again, will you marry me?"
"Yes William, yes I will." Putting his arms around him he hugged him tight. "I love you. I love you so much."
"I love you too Alan. You've made me the happiest man alive right now." Moving away just enough he slipped the ring on his finger, perfect fit.
"We are getting married I can't believe it. And my god, William, the ring is beautiful." Staring at the new ring on his finger he tried to wrap his head around everything. They were getting married and had a baby on the way.
After a little time cuddling together both saw the time and knew they should start dinner. Walking out of the room hand in hand they moved to the kitchen and Alan started cooking while William worked on setting the table and getting side dishes put together. This was their normal routine, one cooked while the other set up.
"I guess this would be a good reason to move." William said coming to wrap his arms around Alan's waist.
"Really? I thought we could just turn the guest room into the nursery."
"We could do that. But, I would love to have a place with your name on it. Since you won't let me add you to this one."
"It's not that I wouldn't let you it just seemed like so much work for something unimportant." As he said it though he realized why William would want to. They had been living together this past year, he wanted Alan to know the thought wasn't temporary.
"I really like this place but if we can find something better than let's do that, let's move." Turning in William's arms he left him with a kiss.
"Maybe we can get a house instead of a bigger apartment. I would love for our child to be able to play outside in the yard."
"A house? If we can afford it then let's look!" He loved the idea of a house, maybe like the one he grew up in.
"Alright then, house it is. I figure we can find one and pay what we are paying in rent so that will help."
"That would be nice. And just so you know. I don't want to get married before the baby comes."
"That's fine. I figured."
"I just don't want to plan for a wedding while planning for the baby."
"Alan, it's fine." Kissing him he smiled against their lips before saying, "I don't mind a long engagement so long as you're in my life. Besides, the baby will be impatient and only give us a short time to prepare. Our wedding we have complete say in."
"Can you believe it, we are getting married. And talking about a baby!" He certainly couldn't believe it. He had needed time to wrap his head around the fact that he was pregnant now he had to process the engagement.
"Wait until the others find out."
"I would love to keep it a secret." William said moving out of Alan's way as the timer went off.
"Well sadly they'll know I'm pregnant sooner or later and thanks to you I have this beautiful rock on my finger." With a flash of his smile he turned the timer off and checked the dish on the stove.
Dinner went by with light, playful conversation followed by them walking hand in hand to the living room to cuddle after they had cleaned up. William kept his arms around Alan as hey watched TV. He loved keeping the other close and to know they were getting married, having a baby together was exciting, he wanted to keep the other near him. He knew they weren't planning a wedding until after the baby was born but he still couldn't help but think about it. It would probably be a small affair and no matter what Alan wore he would look beautiful. And to know their child would be joining them as they wed, as their love became eternal, it brought a smile to his face.
