Wedding Bells: Eveleen's POV

Erica & Ben's Wedding

Part 1: Girl's Night

We had been back at the mansion in Charleston for a month now so I could help Erica with wedding preparations. "Evie, are you here?" Jess called from the doorway.

"Yeah, in the office," I hollered back.

"Hey sis," she said and gave me a hug. "It's so quiet. Where is everyone?"

I chuckled, "The men took the kids to the North Shore for a fun day. Mama needed a break."

Raising six kids who were all close in age had been a challenge for all of us. Then add in their respective magical traits, and there were days I considered investing stock in a winery. Lochlyn had all three of our powers and recently decided that at the grand old age of seven teleporting herself to Build A Bear was a magical necessity. It had gotten so bad that the staff had us on speed dial.

The triplets were a force to be reckoned with and individually they were a challenge in their own ways. Devin was a mini version of Kota, and while his wolf wasn't fully developed, he liked to try and keep up with the pack especially since Nate and Luke had undergone their shifts. Kara was a spitfire with her father's temper and magic skills to boot. We had almost eliminated all glass items from our homes since she started shattering things when she got upset. Nate, Gabe, and Loki had all been working with her on self-control. Liam was a little ninja and had mastered shapeshifting before he was out of diapers. Of course, when he decided to scare Papa Gabriel by turning into a spider, Luke had to have a talk with him about off-limit creatures. I swear Gabriel had nightmares for weeks.

Shiye and Moria had developed their talents the quickest next to Liam. It had only taken two weeks for them to learn to control their merform shifting. Just like their fathers, they had a love for all things aquatic. I can't count the number of times I've started to take a bath only to find a baby squid, manta, or some other sea creature in my tub. They'd just celebrated their fifth birthday last week, and Grandpa Triton spoiled them rotten.

Actually, all the patrons spoil the kids. Just as all my men claim the kids as theirs, all the Gods and Goddesses refer to themselves as their grandparents. It makes for some really interesting birthday parties and holidays. It was also going to be interesting to see how they handled this wedding. Even Nyx planned to attend in support of North.

"So how's your mom holding up," I asked Jess.

"One minute she's excited, then the next she's freaking out," Jess said, rolling her eyes. "You know mama, she's been on her own so long that she second guesses every move."

"Perhaps we need a ladies' night to ease her nerves?" I suggested with a wink.

"Ohh, that sounds perfect! Besides, I'm old enough to drink now, so I can actually enjoy myself," she giggled.

"Okay, here's the plan. The guys get childcare duty, we get to go out and help your mom relax," I said. "Now, the question is, where do we take her?"

"Someplace with live music would be good."

"Let me call Sean's mom, maybe she can give us some ideas," I said.

*****

At the suggestion of Kay, Sean's mom, we had taken Erica to a jazz bar in downtown Charleston. Cailleach, Selene, Brigid, and Nyx had even joined us in human form.

"So you're the Goddess that claimed my boy?" Kay asked, leaning into Brigid. "How's he doing with all that? He won't really tell me much, he thinks I'll freak out," she laughed. "Boy forgets I was raised in a very traditional Japanese household. Our culture acknowledges the supernatural as an everyday event."

Brigid let out a laugh, "Oh goodness, I didn't realize that. Well, to be honest, he's doing great. He's learned just about everything I can teach him and continues to seek out others to help him. Since he and Eveleen bonded, his powers have gone beyond healing as well."

Kay nodded, "Good, good. Eveleen, just let me know if I need to get him back in line for you. Then again, Owen probably does that already," she snorted.

"Kay," Erica gasped.

"Oh, hush, Erica, your Kota has two lovers of his own in addition to his wife. Loosen up honey, this isn't the Dark Ages." Kay lifted her glass and made a toast, "To living life to the fullest, knowing what really matters, and to our lovely bride, Erica!"

"Here, here," we all cheered and emptied our glasses. Several hours and drinks later, we piled in an Uber and headed back to the mansion. Kota glared at me as the four of us stumbled into the mansion - the goddesses had gone their own ways. "You got my mom and sister drunk?" he complained, running his hand over his face.

Kay snorted, "Hell she did! That was all me and Nyx, now hush puppy. Ha! Hush puppy," she giggled hysterically, clinging to my arm to stay upright.

"Mother!," Sean was mortified as he gaped at her.

She pointed her finger at him, "You hush too or I'll make Owen teach you some manners." His cheeks flushed as he came and took her arm, leading her to a bedroom.

Owen raised his eyebrows at me, "I think we need to discuss the evening's events, Tesoro." The tone in his voice made me shiver and I shook my head no. I took a step back, trying to reach the stairs, when he scooped me up and threw me over his shoulder. Oh, that was a bad idea.

"Owen, I'm going to be sick," I moaned. He quickly uprighted me and rushed to the closest bathroom. He even held my hair as I emptied my stomach in a less-than-ladylike manner. When I finished, he handed me water and then patted my forehead with a cool cloth. I mumbled my thanks.

He gave a soft chuckle, "Perhaps our discussion should wait for the morning." I gave a single nod, then accepted the toothbrush he offered. He finally managed to get me to the bed, stripped my clothes, and tucked me into the blankets. I watched with heavy eyelids as he climbed in with me. He ran his hands through my hair as I drifted off to sleep.

*****Mature Content Warning: M/F

I sat upright in bed, trying to remember what in my dream had startled me, but it was just a blur of images and colors - something golden kept trying to flash in my mind, but I couldn't quite hold onto it. "Eveleen?" Owen asked, touching my arm lightly.

I jolted, then apologized, "Sorry, I had a bad dream."

"I assumed. I've been trying to speak to you for a bit now," he said, a look of concern in his eyes. "Do you want to talk about it?"

I frowned and shook my head, "That's the thing, I can't really remember it, just flashes of images and colors. It seems like the more I try, the more confusing it becomes." I squeezed his hand, "It's probably just the aftereffects of those shots Kay ordered. Why didn't anyone warn me that Sean's mother is crazy?"

Owen laughed, "Because none of us had any idea. She's always been a perfectionist, very rigid and strict. Sean always knew he was loved, but he felt he had to live up to her expectations, and honestly, it caused him some mental health issues over the years." He pulled me back down to the bed and pressed me to his chest. "You have brought so many changes, wonderful changes to our lives, Tesoro. So perhaps this is another one. Now, what on earth did you ladies get up to this evening?"

I laughed and rolled my eyes, "Well, let's just say that Mama Kay has no illusions about any of our sex lives, and I didn't tell her anything. I think she's been far more aware than anyone gave her credit for."

I shivered when his hands began to trail down my stomach, "Hmm, just how aware is she, love?" He rolled me over on my back, caging me under him as he began to kiss along my collarbone, moving lower to my breasts. I moaned softly when his lips grazed my pebbled nipples. "Should I make you scream my name so that everyone under this roof knows whose bed you're in tonight?" I felt the wetness pool between my legs. Owen sucked on my breasts, leaving dark red marks as he moved lower, hovering above my core. He lifted his eyes to meet mine, "I want to hear you scream my name when you come, Eveleen." My eyes went wide as I felt his magic envelop me. Oh, I'll get you back for this, Owen Blackbourne, I thought as the spell took over. He smirked, "I'm sure you will, love, but for now, you will obey me. I promise you'll enjoy every moment."

His mouth lowered onto my clit and he began sucking. When he slid his fingers between my folds, my back arched off the bed as I softly cried out, "Owen." His thrusts became harder as I felt my stomach tighten. Suddenly, he pulled away from me as I gasped and whined. With darkened eyes, he lifted my legs onto his shoulders and rammed inside of me. "Owen!" I screamed as my orgasm flooded my body.

"Don't stop now, Tesoro, cum for me again," he commanded, his body slamming against mine as he sought his own release. His hands grabbed my thigh as he pulled me down. The angle was painful, yet sent shockwaves of pleasure through me. My body responded to his every touch, thrust, and command, until we both came, calling out each other's names.

Eveleen's POV

Erica & Ben's Wedding - Part 2: Wedding Mischief

The wedding was absolutely beautiful but exhausting. The men and I had often discussed having one of our own, but I loved the handfasting we did that night in Fairie. It was so intimate and representative of who we are as a family. I giggled as I watched everyone dancing and enjoying themselves. "Ahh, Evie, my girl," Sean's mother said as she sat down in the chair next to me. "You did a wonderful job, everything looks absolutely beautiful."

She leaned in and gave me a quick hug. "Thank you, Kay. It was fun, but I really hope Jessica waits a bit before we have to plan hers."

"Oh, has she found someone special?" Kay's eyebrows raised.

I gave a knowing grin, "She's met two someones actually, but hasn't quite made up her mind." I didn't want to give anything away. Jessica had met two Dark Fae on her last visit to Fairie, but she wanted to finish college in the mortal realm before making her decision. Tallyn and Greer were more than happy to wait for her. They'd confided in me that they knew she was their soulmate, so they would give her all the time she needed.

Kay snickered, "Seems like it's a family trait." Then she stood, moving on to talk with Sean and Owen. I noticed her drop something in Owen's drink when he was distracted.

Sean, what did she just do?

He blinked at me, then smiled and shook his head, it will be fine, Star. Mother's just being a bit mischievous. I think Loki's been a bad influence on her, he giggled. I giggled in response as well and didn't think about it again.

North sat down next to me holding his half-finished drink, "Did you think Uncle sounded a bit off during his toast to Erica?"

I leaned against him as he wrapped his arms around me, "I think he was a bit tipsy and more than ready to take his new wife off on their honeymoon." I giggled and toyed with my collar necklace. "I seem to remember someone else who was a bit impatient as well." He nearly choked as he swallowed the last of his cup.

He growled in my ear, his tongue slowly tracing the edge of my earlobe, "Careful Queen, or I'll pull you into a closet and remind you how much you screamed that night." My body instantly heated as his hand moved up my thigh. My eyelids fluttered and I hid my face in his shoulder. "Fuck, you smell good, little girl," North moaned as his fangs skimmed across my neck. He grabbed my hand and pulled me up from my seat. Once we had left the view of the guests, he used his speed to quickly move us to an unused room in the plantation house that we'd rented to host the wedding.

My back was pressed against the wall as my dress pooled onto the floor along with North's tux. "I need you," he moaned as he lifted my legs around his waist and sank deep inside me. My nails dug into his shoulders as he began to thrust into me. My head felt strange as I clung to him, needing him to go deeper, I begged and cried out. My breasts bounced against his chest as he slammed upwards. "Queen," he moaned then sank his fangs in my neck, making me cum instantly. My walls clenched around him and in turn, he came hard in what felt like rapid bursts one after another. My whole body felt like it was on fire as he continued fucking me, his fangs still in my neck.

"North, please," I begged, but I didn't even know what I was begging for. I didn't want him to stop. Every inch of my body was tingling, my eyesight was blurred, and all I could hear were his grunts and the sounds of our bodies slapping against each other. Somehow we ended up on the floor with me riding him, his eyes completely black, his claws partially extended as he came inside me again. I felt my body begin to shake, and he pulled me tight against him. "Mo chosantóir, from the first day I met you, you've protected me," I said, tracing my fingers over his chest. "I love you, North."

His chest heaved as he held me tight. I looked up to see tears in his eyes that had lightened to their normal color. "Thank you for choosing me, for choosing us, Eveleen," he said in a raspy voice. He ran his hand through my hair, pulled my mouth to his, and kissed me deeply. It was one of those kisses that held so much meaning that words simply couldn't express. Then he pressed his forehead against mine, "I love you, my amazing wife."

We lay in each other's arms for a while longer before we heard the others telling us to get back to say goodbye to Uncle and Erica as they headed out for their honeymoon. Ironically, they were also telling Sean and Owen the same thing. Seems North and I weren't the only ones overcome by today's events.

We all met at the entryway as Uncle scooped Erica up in his arms and practically ran to the limo that was waiting for them. I exchanged a sly grin with North, who simply grinned and nodded. Those two won't even make it to the airplane, I giggled to myself. Corey walked up and smoothed my hair a bit, "Seems you and Owen enjoyed yourselves," he laughed. I looked over at Owen who seemed a bit dazed and was holding onto Sean for dear life.

I noticed Kay giggling like a fool and walked over to her. "What did you do?"

Her eyes went wide, and then she tried to cover it, "No idea what you are talking about Evie," she responded. I surveyed the room and noticed Nyx looked like a cat that had just eaten the canary as well and motioned for her to come over.

"Yes, Eveleen?" she asked with a smirk.

"First, will those you targeted be safe, with no side effects, injury, or unsafe decisions?" I asked. "Second, why?"

Nyx huffed a bit but was still smiling, "My potion had a purpose. Consider it a wedding gift. I didn't realize certain mischievous humans would decide to use it for a prank."

Kay snorted, "Prank nothing! Owen needed to get that stick out of his ass and have some fun. Although, I must admit I had hoped it would have involved both Sean and Evie. But, Sean seems to be proud of himself and Owen appears to have been thoroughly fucked, so alls well."

"Mother!" Sean shouted his cheeks crimson. "Could you please stop this new modern, be-in-my-bedroom parenting style? I'm going to have a stroke if you keep this up." We all laughed, well except Owen. He still seemed to be dazed. "I think I'll take my husband home now. Whatever you gave him isn't wearing off and he needs to rest."

Nyx flipped her wrist and handed him a small vial with a purple liquid inside. "Here, this will help. Your mother gave him a triple dose. I'm actually impressed he's standing on his own right now," she laughed.

"So wait, who were the intended recipients of the potion?" Luke asked.

"Your uncle and Erica. Jessica and I had a talk the other night, and we thought they might need a little sexual confidence. I just added some spice." Nyx said. "But then someone grabbed the wrong cup," she glared at North.

He wrapped his arms around me, pulling me against his chest, "I regret nothing," he laughed.

North's POV

Erica & Ben's Wedding - Part 3: Moving Time

Uncle and Erica had returned from their honeymoon and apparently, the trip had given them time to think. Erica had put in her resignation at the hospital and Uncle was donating the diner to the Academy. In a few short weeks, they had put their affairs in order and were now moving to Fairie.

Kota was on cloud nine as he helped put the finishing touches on the cottage he'd arranged for them. Luke and I were happy to have Uncle coming here as well, but Kota had really missed his mom. I think he'll be even happier when he finds out about Jessica and her Fae men. She's done a fairly good job of keeping it secret, but Brandon and I found out a few weeks back when she was visiting Queen. She snuck them into the palace for a visit and it triggered some alarms Bran had set. We'd scared the fuck out of them, but in the end, Tallyn and Greer really love her. I don't expect she'll stay away much longer. Then all we'll have to do is convince Phil to move. Queen keeps telling me it's already in the works, but I haven't seen any indications.

Sean had tried talking his folks into moving as well, but they wouldn't budge. They visit, but Kay says they're too old to change their ways now. Of course, after her stunt at the wedding, I call bullshit. I swear Kay and Loki are two peas in a pod. She stirs up mischief every chance she gets.

"North, sweetie, can you come help with the bags?" Queen asked as she stepped into the room followed by Erica.

I jumped up and headed towards her. I kissed her quickly, then hugged Erica. "Hello North, Ben's just outside with Kota and Nate. We brought a few things with us for the cottage." I smiled at her, noticing she seemed to be glowing with happiness. I'd known her since I was a kid, but I don't think I've ever seen her look so happy before. When I stepped outside, I noticed Uncle was like a new man too. For the first time, he didn't look like he was carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders.

"There's my boy," he called out, wrapping me in a bear hug. When did he get so strong, I thought to myself.

"Hey Uncle, did you get everything squared away in Charleston?" I asked as we carried in boxes.

"Yeah, it's a bit bittersweet, but the old diner just isn't the same without all you boys there with me. Besides, times they are changin' boys, and I think this is where we're meant to be." We gave him a sideways glance, but he didn't explain any further, just whistled happily as he kept moving boxes.

I'm going to let Erica lie down in Kota's room, Eveleen told us through the link, she says she's feeling tired. Can someone find Sean to check her over?

"I'll go," Nate said and teleported away as we finished unloading the boxes, and headed over to the palace.

"Luna," Kota called out as we walked in.

We heard water running and she came out of the bathroom, looking flushed. "Here." He stepped to her quickly, helping her to the couch.

He pressed his hand to her forehead, "Are you okay? You don't look so good."

She gave a half-smile, "I don't feel so good either. I'll have Sean take a look at me when he's done with Erica."

"What?" Uncle panicked, "Is something wrong with her? Is the baby," he shut his mouth quickly, slapping his hand over it.

"Baby?" Kota gasped. We all stared at Uncle in shock.

"Shit," he mumbled, "She's gonna kill me. I wasn't supposed to tell you without her, but you scared me and I panicked. Now tell me what's wrong with her, where is she?"

"She's upstairs napping," Sean said coming down the stairs, "and she's fine, just tired. Had I known she was expecting, then we wouldn't have worried." He stretched out his hand to Uncle, "Congratulations!"

Kota fell on the couch next to Queen, looking just as pale, "I'm going to be a brother again. Holy shit, that must have been one hell of a honeymoon."

Uncle chuckled, "I think it might have had something to do with the potion Jess spiked our drinks with." My eyes went wide as I looked at Queen - wait, could she be...Sean must have picked up on my thoughts as well because he quickly made his way over to her.

"Star, honey, when was the last time you had your period?" He asked, kneeling before her, running his hands over her body as they glowed softly.

She thought for a moment, then gasped, "Before the wedding. I just thought it was stress, I mean the twins have been extra adventurous lately and I'm not sleeping well."

Sean kissed her forehead, "I think I understand why Mother was disappointed that you didn't join Owen and me in our little adventure that day." He chuckled and turned to me, "I think you might want to thank Nyx." Did he mean - she's, and it's mine? "Yes, North, you're going to be a father. Based on the date of the wedding, you're just over six weeks along, Star."

In a blur, she was in my arms, tears streaming down both our cheeks. "I love you so much," I whispered to her, peppering her face with kisses. "Wait, what about delivery? Sean, will she be safe, I mean how will carrying a vampire baby affect her?"

A frown crossed his face, "I have no idea. Beyond a horrible movie reference, I don't have any information. We'll need to speak with Jace and Nyx. I remember them saying a Fae/Vampire birth had never occurred, but we can at least prepare for other known possible complications."

"Um, not to ruin a moment, but are you sure North is the father?" she asked. "I did have sex with Owen shortly before the wedding, and Marc about two weeks later." Her cheeks were crimson.

Sean laughed, "No need to blush, love. We're all married after all. I've gotten fairly skilled at sensing magic in the babies. I can't sense Owen's magic or Marc's in this little one. Its aura is different, but we can ask Brigid or Cailleach for confirmation if you want. Also based on your symptoms, I'm medically certain it couldn't be Marc. You'd only be about four weeks along, and most likely wouldn't be experiencing morning sickness yet.

She leaned against me and sighed, "I'm sorry, I just don't want us to get our hopes up and then disappoint you, love," she said.

I gripped her chin, "I told you once, my Queen, I will love every child you carry as my own. If this is really our baby, I won't play favorites and you know that. But I also won't deny that it will make me happy beyond reason." She laughed as I pulled her into my lap and kissed her again. "Come on, you need to rest."

"We'll take care of dinner, Luna," Kota said as he kissed the top of her head.

Uncle gave her a kiss as well, "Congratulations to you both," he said smiling, "Guess Erica won't have to go through her pregnancy alone after all. She was worried about that."

Queen giggled, "Nope, we can get fat and indulge in cravings together. You poor men won't know what hit you when two women are having out-of-control pregnancy hormones."

We all exchanged slightly panicked looks at that prospect. I was not looking forward to it. I remember how emotional she'd gotten with the twins and that had only lasted a month. That's another worry, how long will this pregnancy last? I shook my head and took her up to my room and tucked her into the bed as I curled up next to her.

****

Sean had called a family meeting right after dinner so we could tell everyone about Erica and Queen. Even Jess, Sean's parents, and Phil came for dinner. Nyx had come earlier in the day to confirm Sean's suspicions. She said he was right, the baby was part vampire and I was the only father. She also admitted she'd suspected this might happen after my accidental ingestion of the potion, but she had no sure way of knowing, and much like Eveleen had said, she didn't want to get my hopes up. Nyx and Sean had spent most of the afternoon going over possible risks and precautions we needed to take. It was a bit overwhelming, but nothing could get the smile off our faces.

Sean stood from the table and tapped his glass with a spoon. "Friends and family, we have some announcements to make. Uncle, Erica?" he said as he sat down.

They both stood with grins as Uncle spoke, "It seems you are all gaining a much younger sibling. Erica's pregnant." The room broke out in congratulations, hugs, and handshakes.

Sean cleared his throat and nodded at me. I stood up, pulling Eveleen next to me, "Apparently, Uncle's wedding was a momentous occasion for us as well. Queen is pregnant with my child."

"It's about damn time," Loki chuckled as he grabbed her in a hug. He looked over at Nyx, "You used the potion, didn't you?"

She grinned, nodding her head. "Wait, you knew about the potion?" Sean asked.

He let out a loud laugh, "Who do you think created it? Nyx just modified it to fit the Taylor family DNA." He paused then spun around to meet Kay's grin, "That's why you spiked Owen's drink, you cheeky woman! You thought it would help get Eveleen pregnant by him and Sean."

"Can't blame an old lady for trying," she laughed as her husband rolled his eyes at her while mouthing, sorry. We all snickered as they began to hug and congratulate us as well.

"Um, if we're all sharing, can I add something?" Jess said, standing up as her two men were led into the room. Tallyn and Greer stood on either side of her, intertwining their hands with hers. Queen leaned against my shoulder, with tears in her eyes. I think she already knows what's coming. "I'd like to officially introduce all of you to my soulmates, Tallyn and Greer." Jessica's eyes shone with pride and love as she looked at them.

"Gods, I thought she was never gonna admit it," Brandon said with a long sigh. "Do you know how hard it is to keep secrets from wolves?"

Kota growled, "You already knew?"

Brandon blanched and I pulled him against me, "We may have accidentally found out a while back, Kota. Jess wasn't ready to tell everyone, so we respected her request for privacy." I said, kissing Brandon's forehead. "Don't get all bent out of shape, it's a happy thing."

Luke choked on his drink, "Did my grumpy brother just tell Kota to chill out? Oh gods, the world has gone topsy turvy - I fear the end is near!" He clasped a hand to his chest and the other to his forehead as he pretended to swoon dramatically. I rolled my eyes and chuckled along with everyone else.

The remainder of dinner was spent discussing the ladies' pregnancies and Jess's plans for after graduation. Queen tapped my thigh under the table. Look, she whispered in my head. I followed her line of sight to see Phil and Cailleach with their heads leaned together, talking quietly. I noticed both their hands were below the table. She had a deep blush on her cheeks as Phil whispered something into her ear. Told you it was in the works, my Queen snickered.

****

"I don't want it," she screamed as a vase flew across the room and shattered.

"North!" I heard Raven yell. "Zhena is acting crazy again." I came running into the room to see her chest heaving and her eyes red like mine get from bloodlust. "She won't drink," he said as he handed me the cup and started down the hall, "Good luck, brother!"

"Queen," I said, taking a step forward.

She growled, "Don't you 'Queen' me, North Taylor! I don't want it and you can't make me drink it." She stomped her feet as a chair exploded.

"Little girl," I growled back, letting my body begin to shift. If she's this mad, it might take all my strength to deal with her. As her pregnancy progressed, she gained several vampire traits. Only time would tell if they continued after the baby's birth. "You need to drink. The baby needs the blood to survive," I reminded her.

Her lip trembled, and she whined, "But mo chosantóir, I don't like it." Huge tears ran down her cheeks as I pulled her into my arms. She sniffled, "Please don't make me."

****Mature Content Warning: M/F

Gods, I hate it when she pulls the waterworks. I needed to fight fire with fire. "Love," I whispered as I placed kisses along her neck. "Take your drink and I'll give you a reward." She moaned when my hand pressed between her legs. "Can you be a good girl for me?" I asked as her body melted into my touches.

She nuzzled her face in my neck, "Yes sir." I picked her up and sat her across my lap on the remaining chair in the room. She giggled at the mess she'd made, "Sorry." She ran her hands across my chest, her skin looking so pale against the black. With a snap of her fingers, we were both naked as she began to grind against me. "North, please, I don't want to drink it," she pouted as he kissed me.

I knew she'd try this. I sank my fangs into her neck as I pulled her onto my cock. She cried out as she arched towards me, her hips rolling against me. I ran a claw over my own neck, then pressed her mouth against me. She struggled at first, but once she started drinking, she started sucking greedily. She whimpered as my thrusts increased, and my hands gripped her hips. I released her neck and grunted, "Fuck Queen, you drive me crazy." Her eyes were red and glassy and her cheeks flushed when she finally stopped drinking from me. I crashed our lips together as her muscles tightened around my cock. Such a good girl, I moaned, cum for me. Her body shook as I spilled inside of her, my mouth devouring her cries. She slumped against me as exhaustion took over. I gave her a kiss on the top of her head and walked us to our room.

****Mature Content Warning: M/M

Brandon chuckled as I opened the door, "What did you do, fuck her into submission?"

I shot him a cheeky grin, "Yeah, something like that." I laid her on the bed and climbed in next to him. I worried sometimes that I wasn't paying enough attention to him. "How are you doing, baby? I'm sorry I've been so busy," I said, kissing him.

He hummed against my lips, "I like seeing you like this," he said, running his hands over my chest. It took me a moment to realize I was still in full vampire form and I chuckled. He straddled me, leaned down, and kissed me hard. I groaned and pulled his hips tight, making our cocks rub across one another. He started covering me in kisses and lowering himself until he reached my balls, then he began to suck them. I threw my head back and let out a loud moan, it felt so good. When his lips wrapped around the head of my cock it was all I could do not to shove myself down his throat, but I let him set the pace. I was much larger in this form than a normal human, and I didn't want to hurt him.

He moaned against me as he began taking me deeper. I wrapped my hands in his hair as I started pumping into his mouth, "Brandon, fuck that feels so good," I groaned, my pace increasing. His hands pumped the part of my cock that couldn't fit in his mouth as I felt my orgasm building. He was so fucking beautiful as tears streamed down his cheeks. Cum for me, love, he begged. I roared as I filled his throat with my cum. He swallowed greedily, but it was still too much and I loved the way it dripped down his chin. He looked so fucking sexy covered in my cum. I pulled my cock out of his mouth with a popping sound and crashed my mouth to his, my tongue sweeping inside his mouth, tasting myself on him. "I love you, Brandon," I told him, still peppering him with kisses.

"I love you, North," he said softly, "Want to grab a quick shower while Firecracker sleeps?" I grinned and followed him to the bathroom.

*****

Uncle paced back and forth in front of the door, "What's taking so long, why won't they let me in there?" Erica had started having contractions about two hours ago, but Nyx and Cailleah had sealed off the room. No one, not even Sean had been allowed in. We were all freaking out a bit.

The door opened just a crack and Nyx stuck her head out. "Ben, you can come in now. Sean, you too, Brigid just arrived." She looked around at the rest of us, "Erica's asking for Kota, Jess, and Evie too." I helped her stand as she waddled to the door. "Not you, North," I growled at her, but Queen swatted at my chest and went inside.

Now it was my turn to pace. She shouldn't be on her feet. Hell, it could have easily been her starting labor first. What was going on in there? Why all the secrecy? "North sit down before you wear a fucking rut in the floor, man," Gabe said. I shot him a look. "Yeah, still not impressed by the scary vampire look, buddy," he chuckled. I started to say something when the door flew open.

"It's a girl!" Kota yelled, grinning ear to ear. We all moved towards the door and filed into the room one by one. Uncle stood next to Erica who was holding a tiny baby bundled in a soft green blanket. "May I introduce my little sister Ayiana Nyx Taylor," Kota said beaming with pride.

"What?" Nyx gasped, "Why after me?"

Erica smiled at her, "You gave us our daughter." She held her hand out to her as Nyx moved closer, tears in her eyes. "I don't think we'd be here without you and Jess." She lifted the baby and placed her in Nyx's arms. The goddess hesitated only for a moment, then cradled Ayiana, cooing at her.

"What is this?" Nyx asked, showing Erica a mark on the baby's forearm.

"I don't know, is it a birthmark?" she asked, looking at Sean.

He looked at it, then back at Erica, "Um, I don't know, but you have the same mark. Look here," he said, turning her arm over. "Uncle, check your arm please."

Luke and I stepped closer to him as he looked at his arm. Sure enough, the same mark was there. It looked like a small flower blossoming. "What does it mean?" he asked, running his finger over it.

"I think I can answer that," Orria said as she quietly stepped into the room. "Fairie has granted all three of you citizenship. You've been claimed by the Fae, my dears."

"What exactly does that mean?" Jess asked.

"It means they've been given extended life and the gifts of the Fae," my Queen explained as she rubbed her stomach and winced. "It's likely Aiyana will develop Fae magic, and even possible that both Ben and Erica will as well, but all three will definitely have long lives into the thousands of years." She sucked in a deep breath and then cried out in pain. There was a splashing noise and we all looked in surprise, realizing her water had just broken. She looked up at me, "Mo chosantóir," then her eyes rolled back in her head and she fell forward.

I darted forward cradling her as we both landed on the floor. "Sean! Do something," I yelled. The entire room went into action as Silas and Raven helped us off the floor. I cradled her against my chest as we stepped into another room. Sean and Brigid were setting up medical tools as I climbed on the bed, placing her between my legs to support her. Cailleach waved an awful-smelling bottle under her nose and she jolted, then cried out in pain. "Shhh, love, it will be okay," I whispered, holding her against me.

"North, it hurts so much," she whined, "something's not right." I could feel her fear coming off of her in waves, we all could. I placed my hand on her belly as if trying to will the child to be okay.

"Star, honey, I need to put your feet up now so I can check you," Sean said as he gently lifted her legs one at a time. "Okay, you're going to feel pressure, but don't push yet." He sat on the stool in front of her and checked her over. He and Brigid exchanged looks that made me feel uncomfortable. Keep her calm, he told me. "Star, the baby hasn't turned. Seems someone is just as stubborn as their mama and daddy. Brigid and I are going to try to get the baby to turn, but if we can't, we might need to do a c-section." I felt her heartbeat start to spike as she shook, but she didn't say anything, only nodded. Sean had asked Nate and Gabe to help magically as well. They struggled for several moments until Sean yelled, "Push now, Star, push hard."

She gripped my arms and bore down with all her weight, but fell back against me gasping for breath. "Give her your blood, North. She's not strong enough to do this alone right now," Nyx said.

Extending a claw, I sliced open my arm and pressed it to her lips. She didn't fight this time, but instead drank quickly, releasing only when the next contraction hit and Sean told her to push once again. A weak cry filled the room as she fell back against me again. "It's a girl," Sean said.

"You did it, baby," I whispered as I pressed a kiss to her temple. She gave me a weak smile then her eyelids fluttered shut. "Eveleen," I said, shaking her gently. She didn't respond. "Eveleen!" I roared, but still no response. "Sean, help she's not breathing!" I begged as tears rolled down my cheeks. He handed my daughter to Nyx and we began chest compressions.

"North, take your daughter. She needs you now," Nyx said as she handed me this tiny creature that had purple eyes like her mother. "I made you a promise a long time ago, and I intend to keep it." She walked over to where my Queen lay, not moving. I knew what she was offering, but would Eveleen want that? What would I be taking from her if Nyx turned her?

"Wait," I said. I walked over to the bed and lifted my Queen in my arms, wrapping her arms around our daughter. "Queen, I need you to come back to us. Our daughter needs you." I spoke to her through the connection where all of us could hear, I know you can hear me, my love. You don't get to leave me. You don't get to leave us. Now wake your ass up, you have one hell of a punishment coming once you've healed. Thump...thump... I heard her heart flutter faintly. "Sean, she has a pulse," I told him.

He grinned as he began healing her body. When her eyes opened slowly, he teased her, "Leave it to you to come back from the dead with the promise of a punishment, Star." He leaned close and whispered, "You dirty little girl. I'm going to make that ass sore for weeks for scaring me, then I'm going to fuck you until you can't walk." She blushed softly.

I kissed her head, "I love you, don't ever do that again."

She gave a quiet laugh as she stared at our daughter, "I didn't really plan on it the first time. Not that I don't like the Morrigan, but these unplanned trips to the Summerlands are getting a bit irritating." She was dead...I looked at her in shock. "Yeah, let's discuss that some other time." She nuzzled the baby's head, "So little one since you caused such a stir, perhaps we should name you now. Welcome to the world my lovely daughter, Zoe Catheryn Taylor."

My eyes filled with tears at the name. We had decided on Zoe together since it meant life, but she had insisted on honoring my mother as well, so we added Catheryn as a middle name. Of course, we had a boy's name picked as well because we never found out the sex. We wanted it to be a surprise, but after today, I think I need a break from surprises.

Everyone came and placed their hands on Zoe and Queen as was our tradition. All our connections were based on physical touch initially. Orrica brought the other kids in as well, letting them meet their new sister. Lochlyn noted that the girls were ahead by one now, making all of us laugh. Leave it to our kids to keep score. I stroked Queen's hair as she nursed our daughter wondering what I'd ever done to get so lucky.

Ben & Erica's daughter: Ayiana Nyx Taylor

Ayiana means eternal blossom in First Nations (tribe unknown)

Nyx means night in Greek

North and Eveleen's daughter: Zoe Catheryn Taylor

Zoe means life in Greek

Catheryn means pure in Greek