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 29

As Christmas approached, Madison surprised Helen with a five-day vacation to England. Helen showed her wife all her childhood haunts, visited James and caught up with John.

On the last night in their hotel room, Madison was curled up on top of Helen's chest and idly kissing her throat.

"So James is the Doctor John Watson in the Arthur Conan Doyle novels?"

"Yes, but he was actually the inspiration for Sherlock Holmes."

"Wow, that is just so incredible and I gather that apparatus attached to his chest attributes to his longevity."

"Yes, he invented a mechanical system that enables him to extend his life. He is actually the same age as me."

"Holy crap, you have opened up my life to so many wonders Helen. You are amazing."

"As are you my love and this has been a magnificent holiday. I shan't forget it in a hurry."

"Neither will I, but I'm looking forward to spending our first Christmas together at the Sanctuary."

"Yes and I'm sure the others have gone all out with decorations."

Madison kissed Helen's chin, "I'm glad you've decided to carry our first child."

"And why is that?"

"It means Ashley gets a blood sibling."

"I think that will be important to her."

"Exactly sweetheart." Madison's kisses moved along Helen's jaw, "You'll be so beautiful."

"Madison."

"Yes honey?"

"I'd like to have your eggs mixed with mine."

Madison stopped what she was doing and looked at her wife in astonishment, "Really?"

"Yes love; I want our child to be a part of us both."

"Wow, you're remarkable and let's get started in the New Year."

"Sounds like a marvellous plan, now kiss me my beloved."

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The Big Guy handed Madison a mug of eggnog and declared, "That is my special recipe, and I hope you enjoy it."

"You've never disappointed me yet Harry."

"Ack, ack, Harry?" questioned the Big Guy with a furrowed forehead.

"Yeah, you look like a Harry to me."

He nodded, "It is not a bad name."

"I like it and it does suit you," chimed in Will.

"It's super," agreed Ashley while accepting a mug. "Does anyone know where mom is?"

"She's down with Henry administering the last of Sally and Rupert's antibiotics before they take off for the Galapagos Islands," answered Madison. "Then Henry is off to spend Christmas Day with Grace at her parents'."

"That sounds serious," noted Will with a grin.

"Well I am happy for them," professed Ashley. "And this is going to be the best Christmas ever."

"I think so too Ash and they are a great couple," agreed Madison.

Helen walked into the library and was immediately handed some eggnog, "Thank you and Henry said he'll see you all tonight for dinner." She sat down beside Madison and held one of her hands, "Nice jumper."

Madison looked down at the cream sweater, "Yes, this really hot English woman gave it to me."

Helen snuggled into Madison's shoulder, "Charmer."

"Always honey. Harry, this eggnog is the best I have ever tasted."

"Thank you Madison."

"Have you finally chosen a name?" asked Helen with an arched brow.

"No, your charming wife did."

Helen laughed, "I like it."

After a light lunch, Helen and Madison went for a leisurely walk around the lower levels then checked on the security system. Everything was as it should be and Madison took a nap while Helen attended to some research for the UN.

Once Henry arrived with Grace, the extended Sanctuary family sat down in the dining room to eat a traditional English Christmas dinner with all the trimmings.

Madison drank far too much eggnog, excused herself, and went to bed.

Helen found her sprawled across their bed, naked and snoring softly. After some innovative rolling, Helen finally had Madison positioned on her rightful side of the mattress. Preparing for sleep, Helen was delightfully surprised when Madison snuggled into her back and spooned.

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