Could there be anything that would catch Jack's attention and then make him feel like his body were ripped in two, it was perhaps that statement. He felt, upon hearing it, like he couldn't breath. It caught in his chest and a series of emotions hit one after the other.

Shock first, utter shock, and then came the jealousy, all consuming. He felt sad, and then almost pleased, but that was fleeting. He shook his head and leaned back against the wall.

"Congratulations," he said, somewhat empty.

He felt selfish, and maybe he was, but he couldn't help but think this wasn't what he'd waited five years to bring the Doctor back to.