Chapter 34 - Halfway There
3 weeks later:
"I can't wait to be in my own bed tomorrow!" I exclaimed and jumped on top of Shawn who was laying on our messy hotel bed.
He wrapped his arms around me and planted a kiss on my belly. Since I had just crossed over the 20 week mark, we could find out the gender. I guessed it was a boy and Shawn said a girl. Honestly, I was happy with anything. I think a girl would be so cute to dress up, but I felt like it was going to be a boy for some reason.
My belly was definitely starting to protrude from my clothes now and it was getting harder and harder to find sweatshirts that hid everything. Pretty soon I was going to have to trade in my high waisted skinny jeans for elastic high waisted yoga pants.
Suddenly, I felt a sensation that was almost like butterflies in my stomach. "Shawn," I grabbed his hand. "The baby's moving."
He grinned and held his hand still. These movements had started a few weeks ago. "I love you little one." He dipped his head and began whispering sweet nothings to our child.
This boy, I swear I fell more in love with him every second of the day. There was nothing I wouldn't do for him. Thinking back to where we came from, it's been a wild and crazy ride, but I would never change any part of it.
I watched him sing a lullaby to the baby and tears formed in my eyes. Half of the guys who got their girlfriends pregnant left before they even found out if it was a boy or girl. But not Shawn, he stayed in for the long haul. That's what I appreciated about him, when he does something, whatever that ends up being, he sticks with it.
"I love you." I kissed his head.
"I love you too." He smiled and laid his head on my lap.
A knock sounded at the door. "Are you guys decent?"
It was Teddy.
"Yeah, come in, it's unlocked."
A curly, blonde mop of hair pushed its way inside, followed by a lanky body. "Oo, we feelin' the movements?"
I smiled and he held a hand out, "May I?"
Shifting a bit, I nodded and he brought it up to my stomach. At that moment, the baby must have decided to stop its partying, because nothing happened.
"Great, they hate me."
Shawn and I laughed, "No they don't, they're just teasing Uncle Teddy."
"So, if it's a boy, you'll name it Theodore, and if it's a girl, you'll name it Theodora, right?"
"Exactly," Shawn snickered.
"Fantastic! And if I ever get someone pregnant, I'll name them after one of you two."
"Wow, I'm honored." I rolled my eyes and punched his arm.
"Well, I'll let you guys get some rest, I'm sure Bailey will be waking up super early so she can make a sign for you guys or something."
"Bye Teddy," Shawn and I waved at him.
"I wonder what my parents will say," I pursed my lips.
"About the baby? I'm sure they'll be happy. I know Bailey will be." Shawn hugged me tightly.
"Oh yeah, she definitely will be. That reminds me, I owe her $200. 100 cause I got a boyfriend in the 6 months I was gone, and 100 cause I got pregnant."
Shawn began cracking up. I looked at him a little funny and he continued to laugh. "You good Mendes?"
"Yes, oh my god you and Bailey are hilarious."
"Well I blame you," I smirked.
"Yes, this is my fault. I can break up with you if you want, that way you save $100."
I clapped a hand over my mouth, "No, I'm good."
He kissed my lips. They were as soft as ever and plump like a pillow. I deepened the kiss and climbed on top of him. We sat there making out for a good 5 minutes or more until we broke away for air.
I rested my head on his shoulder and closed my eyes.
Bailey's POV:
LILY AND SHAWN ARE COMING HOME TODAY!!! I was so excited! Heck, I was more than excited, I was thrilled! Lily was my best friend, besides Aaliyah of course. What else are sisters for than to be best friends?
I had stayed up all night to make them a sign that required two people to hold it. Aaliyah and I agreed to each hold one side of it. It said 'Welcome home Shawn and Lily! We missed you'. Plus it was decorated with a bunch of glitter and stuff.
It was currently 5:30pm, they would be arriving in about an hour and a half. Aaliyah had spent the night and we'd made preparations for when our siblings would arrive.
Lily's POV:
The plane touched down. WE WERE HOME! I was so excited to be back, I missed my family. The moonlight shone down on the plane, bouncing off the wings and reflecting into our eyes. The time was 7:03pm, but it felt like the middle of the night since we had just come from Europe.
A cool breeze blew my hair across my face and I pulled my hood up around my head. The ground was wet, I guess it had just rained. Shawn held my hand and we walked off the stairs leading down from the plane.
The trek from the runway to the terminal was relatively short. Teddy and Brian caught up with us and the four of us walked in step with each other. It felt nice to be with friends.
When we got inside, the baggage claim was down the hall and on the floor below us. I was guessing that's where Bailey would be waiting. Sure enough, as soon as I stepped off the escalator, I saw her and Aaliyah. They were both holding a huge 'welcome home' sign between them.
I ran to meet her and we embraced in a tight hug. "I missed you so much Bay!!"
"I MISSED YOU TWO LIL!!!"
"I have so much to tell you, I wish you could have come with me!"
"That would have been awesome," she grinned.
Shawn met up with us after hugging his sister, "Hi Bailey! Don't I get a hug?"
She squealed and hugged him in a tight bear hug. I still don't think she was used to the idea of her older sister dating her celebrity crush. Wait till she finds out about the baby!
Aaliyah came over to me and joined the hugging party. Everyone was happy and joyful as reunions were being made. Even though we were only going to be home for about a month, I was going to savor these moments.
Our families piled into our separate cars and drove to our individual houses. We'd decided to all hang out tomorrow. For now, Shawn and I needed to rest in our own beds.
Thank you Europe for a great time. North America, we're coming for you in T minus one month!!
A/N:
Phew, I barely made the update time! I hope everyone enjoyed the chapter!! Comment and vote if you'd like. I'll see y'all next time! Love you guys!!! XXX
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