Title: Sanctuary – Beneath The Dark

Summary: Doctor Helen Magnus and her team discover more than an Abnormal and things that go bump in the night when on the hunt in Seattle. A/U.

Pairings: H. Magnus & OFC, A. Magnus & W. Zimmerman.

Rating: M for Mature readers.

Disclaimer: No profit or copyright infringement intended during the writing of this story. All characters other than original remain the property of creator Damian Kindler, Sanctuary 1 Productions and Stage 3 Media. Please note that this tale features a relationship between two women and if that is not your cup of tea, then go make a coffee elsewhere.

A/N: Cheers to my splendid proof reader Wendy Woo and please remember this all takes place in an alternative universe, so I do not follow the story line of the actual series to the letter. It's called creative licence and I use it to bring back to life characters who may have fallen to the wayside on television. Now if I could only use it to inject a bucket load of cash to SyFy so the fifth season of Sanctuary could actually see the light of day!

Chapter 19

Over the course of the next four weeks, Madison adjusted to her new profession and Helen relished in having her fiancée by her side. Helen and Ellen organised an engagement party at Nikita's and it was a resounding success.

Bobby finally bought a suit, the wedding was set down for August 2nd, and Madison was banned from accompanying Helen on her trips to London. At first she was baffled as to why until Ashley let it slip her mother was having her wedding gown designed there.

"It's fine Ash, I won't let on that I know."

"Thanks, mom really would cut off my allowance if she found out."

Ashley caught the blue and green sparkles behind Madison and uttered, "Shit, hold on to your hats, this may get a little nasty."

"What are you talking about?"

"Hello Ashley dear," greeted a deep male English voice.

Turning around, Madison knew she was leering at Ashley's father; the man Helen had once loved and been betrothed to.

Crooking his right brow, John gave Madison a thorough going over, "So, we finally meet Madison Cross. My, I must say Helen has immaculate taste in women."

"I'll take that as a compliment Mr Druitt."

"As it was intended my dear woman."

"John, what brings you here?" asked Ashley wearily.

"Do not fear Ashley, I am not here to cause a disturbance. I merely wished to make my acquaintance with the woman who has captured your mother's heart. I happened to run into dear Helen only hours ago and she passed on the enthralling news of the upcoming nuptials. My invitation has apparently become lost in the mail."

"Mr Druitt," began Madison. "That is something you will have to take up with Helen."

"I intend to. Now that I have made your association, I bid you both farewell and will inform Helen of my approval." In an eddy of blue and green, he was gone.

"That was fun," remarked Madison deadpan. "And I doubt your mom needs or wants his approval."

"Honestly, I don't know what she ever saw in that man. He gives me the creeps."

"I think he has the potential to be rather charming when it suits him."

"I still don't trust him, neither does mom."

"Come on, I need a sparring partner and considering Druitt's past, that is a wise decision. You can take out your aggression on me."

Ashley laughed at the offer, "The last time I did that you kicked my ass."

"Lucky I love you or it would have been much worse."

"We'll see Sarge, we'll see," responded Ashley playfully.

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Helen slipped into bed later that night and Madison instantly reached for her and uttered in a husky tone, "Welcome home honey."

Wrapping an arm around Madison's chest, Helen kissed her on the bare shoulder blade, "It's good to be home and wonderful to have you here."

"Did everything go all right?"

"Yes darling, my business has concluded favourably," replied Helen as her hand curved the underside of Madison's left bosom.

"Mmm, I'm glad your dress is finished and I see you missed me."

Helen tittered into the back of Madison's neck and gently palmed the erect nipple, "I suspected you'd figure out the true purpose of my travels and on the second matter, I missed you terribly."

Pushing back into her lover, Madison turned her head to receive her fiancée's warm lips.

Sometime later, Madison rolled over onto her back and drew Helen onto her torso, "There are times when I look at you and wonder how fortunate I was to have met you."

"Fate brought us together darling and I'd always silently hoped to have someone love me unconditionally and you provide that."

"Thank you and Ashley and I had a visit from John this afternoon," mentioned Madison as she massaged Helen's back.

A flash of anger crossed Helen's features, "The bastard dropped by while I was at James'. He put on a song and dance and demanded to know all about you." Helen brushed her fingers across Madison's cheek, "I told him you were my greatest love and the most beautiful woman I had ever seen."

The smile on Madison's face spread, "Back at you honey."

"John was a little peeved when I informed him Ashley loved you too."

"His visit wasn't unpleasant sweetheart and he did say to tell you he approves. He said you have immaculate taste in women and I don't mind if he is invited to our wedding."

Helen's laughter filled the room, "Maybe this new John is a permanent change."

"We can only hope. Oh, Ellen called this morning to let us know the scan went well and they are having a girl."

"That is delightful news." She pressed her lips to the side of Madison's throat, "I love you baby."

Madison's moan was low and she searched out Helen's mouth. Their coupling was slow and attentive, leaving them both well sated.

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