Eventually, of course, the
subject of procreation was raised.
The Martians took their guests
deep into their underground
complex, into a room with
red paneling covered in dials,
switches and other controls.
"Right," said one of the Martians,
adjusting various controls.
"I think we should make a boy who
will grow up to be tall, fair,
an engineer, a good sportsman with
a good sense of humor but
a bit shy".
He checked
his settings, punched a blue button and a few seconds
later a panel in the wall
opened and a basket containing a Martian
baby slid into view.
Everyone, Martians and humans gathered around
and gasped in wonder at the
new born child.
Then the
Martians asked how this was accomplished on Earth.
"Well," said the Expedition
Leader. "If Miss Johnson would care
to assist in the demonstration,
I should be only too pleased to show
you how it is done".
The lady astronaut was more than willing and,
together, they stripped each
other and proceeded to have sex.
When they finished and were
redressing one Martian raised a quizzical
eyebrow and asked when the
issue could be expected.
"Oh sorry,"
said the leader. "It takes nine months".
"Nine months!" exclaimed
the Martian.
"Well, why all the hurry at
the end?"