The Llewellyn-Jack Relationship is the romance between Detective Llewellyn Watts and Jack Walker.
The two meet during a case regarding the murder a homosexual philatelist at a men-only party. Jack Walker falls under suspicion for the crime, but is ultimately cleared.
By the end of the case, Detective Watts goes to see Jack at his apartment to thank him for his help in the case, however, it's clear that there's something more he wants to say.
Appearances and Mentions
The Philately Fatality
- Inspector Brackenreid recognizes his butcher, Jack Walker in a photo with Owen Paxton, a murder victim. When Brackenreid inquires if Walker was at the party the other night, Walker mentions "That kind of thing wasn't agreeable to me." While Brackenreid walks away, Watts questions further, but Jack sticks to his story.
- When new evidence comes to light, Jack is placed in the cells. Watts approaches him, asking for his help in locating the missing stamp collection. Jack agrees, but only if Watts will let him out for an hour so he can run an errand. The two make a deal, much to Brackenreid's anger later on.
- Once the case is closed, with Jack cleared of suspicion, Watts visits his apartment to thank the man. However, when Watts hesitates to leave, Jack inquires, "Did you need something else from me?" Indeed he does. "Do you mind if I call you Jack?" the Detective asks. Jack doesn't answer and instead goes back inside his apartment, Watts following and closing the door on them.
The Killing Dose
- Watts has stayed the night at Jack's apartment. Jack gives Watts a sandwich for his lunch and says he hopes Watts will come again, to which he replies "If anyone were to find out..."
- Jack cuts him off. "Some things are worth the risk."
- Their relationship is threatened to be exposed when George catches Watts leaving Jack's apartment. Watts tries to explain to the constable that he's living with Jack because of money problems. However, George is not convinced and reassures Watts that he'll keep the true nature of the relationship under his hat.
In the Company of Women
Things Left Behind
- While leaving a pub, Watts reveals that he detests the winters: not because of the cold, but because of the dark. "I prefer the dark," Jack says. He then pulls Watts into the shadows and the two share their first on-screen kiss. However, they are interrupted by the sudden discovery of a dead body.
- Watts later reassures Jack that Murdoch is now on the case, and the truth about how they stumbled upon the body has not been revealed. Their secret is safe - for now. When Detective Edwards comes in, Watts introduces Jack as a mere friend.
The Future is Unwritten
- Llewellyn and Jack have been found out by Detective Edwards, who proceeds to arrest and beat Jack and taunt Watts. When Watts comes to release Jack, the butcher begs him not to as it could ruin his reputation and career.
- Watts ignores this and proceeds to storm into Inspector Brackenreid's office, demanding that Jack be released. When the inspector says his hands are tied, Watts outs himself. "Charge me. I am as indecent as Jack Walker. [He] should not be persecuted for being a human being - nor should I."
- Brackenreid manages to release Jack, and it's assumed that Jack and Watts are still together.
Shock Value
- While they are on a stroll together, Jack asks Watts if he is free on Friday. Watts says yes, then asks why. "It's a surprise," Jack says, coyly. Watts admits he's not fond of surprises, but Jack asks him to indulge him. So, Watts agrees, provided no hideous crime gets in the way. "If you'd like I can drop by later today," he suggests. Jack suddenly seems nervous and denies him hurriedly, telling Watts he'll see him on Friday, and departs.
- A couple days later, while helping George on a case, Watts spots Jack with another man and grows suspicious.
- Watts follows the two men to Jack's apartment. Fearing the worst, he opens the door without knocking - only to find a cake on the table, baked for his and Jack's one year anniversary. Watts is embarrassed that he let his imagination run away and goes to leave but Jack stops him. Together, they sit down and eat cake, celebrating a good year and in the hopes of many more.
The Ministry of Virtue
- A man by the name of Marcus Hinkie writes a homophobic slander on the window of Jack’s Shop. Watts arrests him after the man taunts him.
- Jack is not pleased to hear this, as he just wanted everything to disappear. "How long do you think you'll last at the constabulary when the rumours start flying about the 'Sodomite Cop'?" Jack snaps. Watts tells him he'll fix this, he'll get the charges dropped, but Jack is still not happy. A tearful conversation ends with Jack breaking things off, thinking it's for the best, and Watts leaves Jack's apartment with a heavy heart.
- Jack gets engaged to a woman named Clara, which he did not inform Watts of until he found out when he showed up at his door while they were celebrating.
- Watts decides he’s going to tell Jack’s fiancée about him, even after a conversation with the Inspector. “Don’t do anything stupid, Watts.” He warns. Watts doesn’t get the chance to talk to Clara, but he finds out that she is in fact pregnant.
Murdoch Escape Room
- The sight of Jack's butcher shop hurts Watts, so he avoids it as much as he can.
Everything is Broken Part 1
- Watts meets up with Jack, who tells him that he's leaving Clara. Jack was scared of being with Watts, scared of what it meant. Watts points out that Clara is with child - "by a man who left her," Jack argues, but Watts doesn't see the difference. Jack still agreed to be the father and now he's running away. "You did the wrong thing with me," Watts says. "Now do the right thing by her."
Everything is Broken Part 2
- Watts goes by Jack's apartment to drop off a wedding gift. Jack doesn't believe he's there just for that and pulls him into the apartment. Later, as they lie in bed together, Clara walks in and catches them. She commands Watts to get dressed and get out before turning to Jack, telling him that she doesn't care what kind of "filth" he engages in so long as she and Jack get married. Watts watches the exchange with a thoughtful expression.
Blood on the Tracks
- Watts and Jack discuss visiting Portugal.
- While Jack still does his duty as a husband and father to Clara and her child, he manages to spend time with Watts as well, and it appears their relationship is going steady.
The Incorrigible Dr. Ogden
- It appears Jack and Watts' relationship has become strained. Jack is hesitant to attend social events with Watts, fearing for his and Clara's reputation if he were to be spotted with another man. He also names family obligations as being a factor to his decreased involvement with Watts. Watts points out, "you are a married man, Jack. You will always have family obligations." He's just asking for two hours alone with him. Jack apologizes and, stating he is late, leaves abruptly.
Drawn in Blood
- Llewellyn is invited to the Mahler concert by Milo and is exited to go, but then has second thoughts when he realizes it could be considered a romantic date. After providing information on a case, Llewellyn tells Thomas his concerns and Thomas asks him, "Are you no longer in good standing with the butcher?", referring to Jack. Llewellyn answers, "That is precisely the predicament, Inspector. We are, I am. I don't want to seem, dishonest." Thomas tells him it's just two friends with a common interest and there's nothing wrong with it. Llewellyn appears to agree, goes to the concert and later, outside the station house, comments to Thomas that he had a wonderful time. However, then Llewellyn sees Jack's butcher shop and looks as though he is still uncertain and possibly feeling guilty.