Jill had arrived home especially early and had put the children to bed without too much fuss. It had given her the extra time needed to prepare a romantic meal for Gordon. It was a Thursday evening and Gordon always worked later than his wife on the fourth day of the week. Although sometimes Jill stayed on a bit longer to help with the work load but tonight she had been particularly eager to get home. Usually her husband was the most romantic out of the two; forever buying her flowers and cooking meals but tonight it was the females turn.

As the key turned in the front door and Gordon entered the house, a happy sigh released from his tired body, Jill was just serving up a tasty looking meal. The living room/ dining room had been lit with several candles and the table set for two. And didn't she know how to spoil Gordon! On each plate was a piece of freshly steamed salmon with grated ginger and orange on top, along with boiled potatoes and peas. A fresh glad of wine also poured for her husband, he needed it after the long he'd had!

'In the living room darling' she called, making Gordon aware of her position

'Won't be a second' was his reply as he presumably hung his coat up and hid his Doctor's bag

Gordon appeared at the door way; his tie loosed around his neck and suit jacket dangled over his arm.

'Wow! This is impressive love. ...Any special occasion that I've forgotten about?' Gordon remarked as he set his eyes on the romantic set up.

'Does there have to be a special occasion to cook my husband a candle lit meal?' Jill questioned laughing as she proceeded to kiss Gordon's cheek.

'W-well apparently not' he replied; a smile on his face as he made his way to the table to sit down, Jill took her place opposite him. Although the room was silent it wasn't awkward, the two of them completely comfortable in each other's presence.

'Did you do give Jean the account paperwork that she was asking for?' asked Jill, between a mouthful of food

'Of course, I left it on her desk for her in the morning. Don't worry!'

'I'm not worrying' was her response as Gordon reached across and held her hand.

'That was lovely Mrs Ormerod. Rather surprising what you can knock up in between putting the children to bed' the male Doctor joked

'A woman of many talents Gordon, that's what I am!' she bragged humorously

'That you are darling' he took a drink out of his wine glass and then half refilled it 'Do you want some more?' he indicated to the wine bottle

'No, no. I've had enough' Jill covered her wine glass with her hand. Little did he know she hadn't had any at all

'I do love you Jill' piped up Gordon, out of the blue. He was prone to random acts of love though, especially for his wife.

Feeling the moment was right, Weatherill braced the subject she desperately wanted to tell Gordon about 'Gordon... Gordon I have something to erm... something to tell you'

'Well, what is it?' A slight tension in his voice

Jill handed a white envelope to him, her name and 'The Royals' address on the front.

'I received this today, have a look'

Without stopping for a second Gordon took the folded paper out and began to read it. Jill sat opposite, tense with nerves; her stomach churning with nerves. She was fairly certain about the reaction Gordon would give her, but even so there was a small seed of doubt in the back of her mind.

Gordon's jaw fell slightly a jar, taken a back with shock. 'Well unless I'm losing the plot, or maybe my eye sights failing me but I am fairly certain...I'm certain this is a positive pregnancy result, for you?'

'Well done Doctor Ormerod!' Jill sarcastically remarked

'You're pregnant?' He questioned, unable to take in the news

'Yes...And I know what you're going to say Gordon-'

'It's brilliant news!' he exclaimed, his response more than Jill could ever have hoped for. It was little under three months since they'd lost their unborn baby. Gordon had been hesitant to try for another at the present moment, but the chemistry between a man and wife had seemed to override his worries. The ecstatic father to be leant over the table and passionately kissed his wife.

'It will be different this time Jill, I promise' Gordon reassured his wife knowing she maybe still hadn't got over her miscarriage.

'I know it will be' was her reply. A new baby, how exciting!