A/N. This is a slightly shorter chapter than usual, but I wanted to post it because it tidies up the end of the last chapter. I want to dedicate this update to rosieposy, Aswen and Nezumi-88 who left me some really nice comments about the last chapter. Sorry I didn't get a chance to reply to your reviews. Enjoy. :)
Chapter 34.
Jamie tidied up all the equipment in the medical bay and got ready to leave, Gwen had already gone. Jack and Ianto were still sat on the sofa upstairs, although Ianto was now dressed in some spare clothes that he had at the Hub. Jamie walked up the stairs and went over to them, handing Ianto a small bottle with some pills in it.
'Take two of these painkillers in about four hours, and then only if you need them. Any worries, call me, but the main thing you need is to rest.' Jamie said.
'No problem,' answered Ianto, 'The thought of falling into bed right now is really inviting.'
'Really?' said Jack, with a mischievous glint in his eye.
'You did hear the part where I said rest, right,' Jamie said looking at Jack.
'Yeah, I heard.' Jack replied. 'I'll make sure he takes it easy. I have a great bedside manner.'
'Well, it's certainly improved.' said Ianto, trying his hardest to keep a straight face.
'That's definitely my cue to go, because this conversation is going down a path I don't want to follow.' said Jamie. 'See you tomorrow.' He turned and left the Hub, leaving Jack and Ianto alone.
'I was thinking,' started Jack.
'Uh oh, not a good sign.' answered Ianto smiling.
'I was thinking,' Jack started again, 'that you should go back to your flat.'
'Are you trying to get rid of me?'
'Never. I just thought it would be a better place for you to get some rest, quieter and more relaxing.'
'You're probably right. You are coming as well though?'
'Try and stop me.' said Jack leaning over to Ianto and pressing a delicate kiss to his lips. 'I'll send the alert to my wrist strap, but hopefully the world won't decide to end in the next twenty four hours.' Jack got up from the sofa and helped Ianto up too. They left the Hub and decide to take the SUV, the flat wasn't far, but neither really had the energy to walk. After they entered the flat they headed straight for the bedroom. They both undressed, Jack having to help Ianto with his shirt so as not to move his shoulder unnecessarily. Ianto climbed into the bed and curled up on his uninjured side. Jack got in behind him and curled around him, his arm draping over Ianto's waist. It didn't take long before both were asleep, comforted by the others presence.
X
As Jamie entered his flat, he was a little apprehensive. He still wasn't sure how he was going to be able to explain this all to Jess. He walked through the flat, which was quiet, except for the low sound of the television. Jamie went into his front room and smiled at the sight before him. Both Molly and Jess had fallen asleep on the sofa. Molly was sitting up, her head leaning against the side, Jess had her feet up on the sofa and her head was leaning on Molly. Jamie was pleased that even after everything, Jess was still comfortable in Molly's presence. Jamie went over and carefully lifted Jess up, carrying her towards her room. She shifted slightly in his arms, but didn't wake up. He placed her in her bed, pulling the covers up over her before kissing her on the top of her head. She looked so peaceful lying there, it was hard to believe what had happened over the last day or so. Jamie went back to the front room, and sat down on the sofa next to Molly. He picked up the remote to turn off the television, and then turned to Molly's sleeping form. He shook her gently. 'Molly.'
Molly started to wake up, looking at Jamie through sleepy eyes. 'Hey,' she said, blinking to wake herself up more. Jamie put his arm around her and pulled her into him. 'Must have dozed off. Where's Jess?'
'It's ok, I've put her to bed.'
Molly smiled. 'She wanted to wait for you to come home, so we put the TV on. She fell asleep more or less straight away though. How's Ianto?'
'He'll be fine. I got the bullet out and stitched him up. I also apologised to him too for acting like an idiot.'
'About time, do you know how hard it was when you two weren't getting on.'
'Sorry.' replied Jamie apologetically. 'Come on, you need to sleep.'
'So do you.'
'True.' Jamie hesitated. 'Can I tell you something first though.'
Molly looked at him questioningly. 'Sure.'
'I was really worried this weekend. I could have lost Jess, and I could have lost you. Worse, I could have lost both of you.'
'But you didn't, we're both fine.' Molly said reassuringly. She pulled away from Jamie slightly so she could look him straight in the eye, but she took his hand and interlinked her fingers with his.
'I know, but still it made me realise that I have to say what's on my mind. This might not be the ideal time or opportunity, but I love you.'
Molly smiled and leaned forwards kissing Jamie softly. As she pulled back she whispered, 'I love you too.'
'Really?' said Jamie, who then felt stupid for questioning this, but he hadn't expected Molly to say it back straight away.
'Yeah, I do, and your timing is fine. I don't need some big romantic gesture, just knowing you feel that way is enough. I never thought I'd allow myself to feel this way for anyone, and I certainly never expected anyone to reciprocate the feelings.' Molly admitted, blushing slightly as she did.
It was Jamie's turn to close the gap between them and he kissed Molly as hard as he could, trying to pour all the love he was feeling right then into it. When they had to break for air, they broke apart smiling.
'I really do need to sleep now,' said Molly, 'but maybe we can carry this on later when we're alone.'
'It's a deal.'
They walked hand in hand to Jamie's room, and both fell into a deep, peaceful sleep moments later.
