*Kaylin's birthday is March 3rd. It's different from Hope cause she's a different kid and this is a different timeline. Now, if you're the type of person who actually kept track of Claire and her pregnancy stuff then you'll notice that this doesn't exactly lineup. Technically Kaylin should have been born in February according to my timeline but I'm tweaking it slightly. Last chapter Kaylin was about 3 maybe 4 months, this chapter she's around 5 months old. Just a remind Madelyn's birthday is December 18th and she's currently 6 years-old.*

"I miss being able to sleep in in the mornings," Claire whispers burying her head into Finn's neck as Kaylin cries through the baby monitor. Finn tiredly chuckles holding her closer to him.

"I'm sure Klaus will be getting her," Finn whispers gently massaging her back. Claire releases a small sigh and relaxes against him.

"Unless Klaus suddenly decides to start lactating, I'm going to have to get up" She mumbles against his neck. Finn chuckles turning his head to kiss her forehead before letting her up. She yawns and reluctantly stands up. "She's as needy as Madelyn used to be"

"She's a baby, Princess" Finn reminds her.

"I know, I know... I just can't wait until she can walk to the fridge and get her own damn milk" Finn chuckles again as Claire tiredly pulls on her robe. "I'm going to see Caroline today, the two of us were planning on going shopping for Madelyn and Kaylin. Would you like to come with us?"

"And help Enzo carry the bags?" Finn smirks knowingly. She gives him an innocent smile. "I'd love to," Finn nods.

"Great, we'll leave after breakfast" Claire says before slipping out of the room going towards the nursery. 

"Good morning, love" Klaus says lowly not wanting to speak too loudly knowing Claire was still waking up.

"Klaus, it's six in the morning and you're already dressed" Claire notices. "Have a date with someone I don't know about?" Claire teases. Klaus growls at the thought of being with someone else. "Relax, I know you wouldn't do that" She whispers when she's beside him. He growls possessively and pulls her against his chest.

"You're mine" He rumbles tightening his hold around her. Claire wakes up instantly as Klaus plants his his lips on hers. Her back arches slightly and her arms drape around his. Kaylin begins to scream again causing them to pull apart. 

"Your daughter complains almost as much as you do," Claire mutters. Klaus rolls his eyes but smiles. Claire laughs a bit and picks her daughter up. "I've got you, shhh, I've got you" Claire whispers bouncing slowly while moving towards the chair. "Are you hungry, baby girl? Are you hungry?" Claire smiles at Kaylin before she begins to breastfeed her. "So, why are you already up and ready for the day? The sun is barely above the horizon"

"Elijah and I have a meeting with the factions," Klaus says. Claire raises an eyebrow at him. "It's nothing important, just some meaningless topics" He shrugs. Claire gives him a look. "If it becomes something, I promise you, you will know"

"Fine, I trust you" Claire smiles at him. Klaus grins back.

It was hard for Claire to slowly let go of some responsibilities but it was getting easier as they set in a routine. Klaus and Elijah did most of the diplomatic stuff with Claire joining them here and there. Kol was in charge of the witches, the few that were left at least. Henrik usually followed Kol around, the pair of them becoming closer than they ever were in their human life. They easily bonded over their love of magic and their desire to make sure the witches weren't plotting against them and their family, specifically Claire and the two girls. 

Finn normally didn't get involved in politics with any of the factions. He much rather preferred to be in the background. He only ever stepped in when he was needed, which was rare. With his time, Finn spent looking after and protecting Madelyn and Kaylin. He was also the one that was starting to get the most time with Claire, something his brothers were starting to get envious of.

"Madelyn and Davina are going back to school today" Claire smiles. While Madelyn was ecstatic that school was finally starting back up. While there was plenty of activities to do not only at the Plantation but also at the Abattoir, it still wasn't the same as being with her friends from school. 

Davina, on the other hand, felt extremely nervous. Today is the first day of school since before the Harvest. Her friends that were witches are basically all dead, seeing as they were plotting against the Mikaelson's. Her human friends had moved on from her absence and weren't exactly welcoming her with open arms. However, she does have some vampire friends that are sticking by her side making things better for her.

"Nervous?" Klaus asks knowing that the first time Madelyn went to school they were all nervous. However, this year is different. This year they have control of the city and of the factions.

"I'll always be nervous," Claire admits. "But I feel better knowing that the city isn't actively trying to kill all of us" She laughs a bit. Klaus grins back at her.

"Does make a difference" Klaus nods looking down at his daughter. He couldn't believe how much love he holds for the child in Claire's arms. He thought that Claire held all the love he is capable of but there Kaylin is. He didn't know which one was more dangerous, Claire or Kaylin. There isn't a thing in this world he wouldn't do for either of them. The same went for Madelyn but it took him longer to love Madelyn, his love for Kaylin caught him off guard but he wasn't complaining.

"She's going to be a heart breaker when she grows up," Claire whispers rocking in the chair slowly. "She's so beautiful"

"The both of you are" Klaus whispers. Claire looks up at him. "Thank you, Claire... For giving me her," Klaus whispers walking over to them. She smiles watching as he gets down on his knees in front of her. She stops rocking and watches as he caresses the back of Kaylin's head.

"Thanks for knocking me up," Claire whispers. Klaus instantly grins and begins to chuckle. 

"Anytime" Klaus winks at her. Claire laughs quietly. She places a gentle kiss on his lips before pulling away. Kaylin pulls back and wiggles in Claire's arms. "Let me have her" Claire hands her daughter to Klaus. He throws a soft towel over his shoulder and burps Kaylin gently. Claire readjusts herself and stands up.

"Smells like someone is making breakfast," Claire mutters smelling French toast.

"Elijah and Finn are in the kitchen" Klaus tells her. 

"I'm going to go check up on Madelyn," Claire tells him. She kisses his cheek before walking to her older daughter's room. "Maddie, are you up?" 

"Mommy, I'm having a crisis" Madelyn complains. Claire instantly smiles and holds back a laugh.

"A crisis you say?" Claire asks walking into the room.

"I absolutely cannot decide on which dress to wear" Madelyn pouts. Claire couldn't tell if Madelyn was getting her dramatics from Kol or Caroline but the fashion disaster had Caroline written all over it.

"Well, what are our options?" Claire asks walking over to her daughter. Madelyn points at the two dresses on her bed. "Why don't you wear the green one today and the purple one tomorrow," Claire suggests. Madelyn presses her lips together before slowly nodding.

"I think that'll work," Madelyn whispers. Claire grins and kisses the top of her head.

"I'm glad," She whispers back. "Now get dressed and grab your bag. Papa Elijah and Papa Finn are making French toast" Madelyn gasps excitedly. Claire smiles and slips out of her room so she could change.

"Good morning, Angel!" Henrik practically shouts coming up from behind Claire. Claire giggles as he lifts her up in his arms and spins her around.

"Well, good morning, Henrik" Claire giggles as he sets her down.

"Good morning" He whispers again tucking some hair behind her ear. She gives him a light kiss.

"Ew! Mommy, cooties!" Madelyn complains pushing through the two of them and darting to the kitchen. Claire laughs and shakes her head.

"She won't be thinking that forever," Claire whispers. Henrik growls protectively. "You won't be able to keep her from boys, love" Claire says walking with him to the kitchen.

"Watch me" Henrik grumbles making Claire laugh. "I hear you're taking Finn shopping,"

"Don't be jealous," Claire says rubbing his chest. "We can do something when I come back"

"I'll hold you to that," Henrik mutters kissing lightly. "Come on, let's get you something to eat"

"You read my mind," Claire whispers against his lips before pulling him back for another kiss. Henrik growls quietly and walks her back against the wall. "I. Love. You." She whispers between kisses.

"I love you too, Angel" He whispers back before reluctantly stepping away. Claire pouts reaching for his shirt wanting more. "You need food," He says pulling her away from the wall. "You can have me tonight," He winks at her. Claire smiles rubbing his chest.

"I better," She whispers seductively. Henrik lowers his hands and grabs her hips.

"I'm trying to be a gentlemen but you make it very hard, Angel" Henrik growls in her ear.

"Maybe I don't want you to be a gentlemen right now," Claire whispers.

"Mom!" Madelyn practically screams from the kitchen. "I got syrup all over my dress!" She cries. Claire sighs and presses her head against Henrik's shoulder. He laughs quietly and hugs her.

"I love my daughter, I love my daughter," Claire repeats teasingly. Henrik laughs again and kisses the top of her head.

"I'll make it up to you tonight," Henrik promises. "Come on," Henrik leads her towards the kitchen where Claire proceeds to save Madelyn from another crisis.

*It's short, I know. But it's setting it up for the next chapter which will be more entertaining and more fun to read.'