Authors Note:

Hello readers and thank you for coming to view the most recent chapter of this story. I'm enjoying the time and creativity flowing to make these chapters, and I'm enjoying the reviews and suggestions that have been posted so far. I wish the reviewers (at least ones who have) had usernames so I could message them personally for such awesome praise. This will probably be the last chapter for the week since I have a busy weekend, so I'll try to put as much into it as I can for you to enjoy! Happy Reading 😊

Chapter 4:

Sweet Nothings and Comfort Food

After discussing more with Reinhardt and Ana about the possible scenarios that could happen, both the Egyptian sniper and German tank decided to make their leave, taking Fareeha with them to a local motel. Jack had offered space, as per usual to his Overwatch family, sadly they declined this time. It drew closer towards sunset, roughly 6pm as the sun began to sink in the horizon. The mood between the Morrison house heads turned from joyous to solemn once their friends have left. The children stayed in their rooms, keeping quiet as asked expected from their adoptive parents. Angela decided to get ready for her shift early, showering and collecting her thoughts of today's events. She didn't want to leave the two newly welcomed children so soon, however, she was needed in Dorado immediately to tend to soldiers injured during a recent skirmish. The job didn't stay on her mind as much as it usual, so much was going on in such a short time, it was almost too heavy to overcome. However, she was a veteran soldier and a strong mother at heart, she would weather this. The bathroom now clouded with hot steam from her shower made it almost impossible to see within a few inches, a warm bath before a shift always relaxed the field medic. The door opened slowly, Jack stepping in, squinting his eyes at the sudden rush of air that assaulted his figure. Stepping lightly, Jack made his way towards the glass standing shower where his wife lounged under the spray of hot water. Angela turned slightly, making out his figure in the steam cloud.

"Is everything alright?" She asked, moving her wet hair off her shoulder. Jack merely smiled at her silhouette before nodding.

"Everything is fine, dinner is slowly simmering on the stove. I made rice and beef stew, I would have made more but we kind of got caught up with…well, you know." Jack sighed; stripping off his shirt slowly as he spoke. Angela nodded before turning towards the wall once more, hearing Jack's clothing drop to the floor as the sound echoed in the confined space. The glass door opened quickly and shut just as fast, a larger body coming close to wrap thick arms around Angela's waist.

"It's going to be alright, we've had worse time in and off the field of combat. We've always bounced back from something, you remember those days without the kid's, right? It was just work and go home, nothing exciting to be had, and nothing worth wild to go home to." Jack fit his head in the crook of Angela's neck, sighing himself as the hot water began to soak his frame as well.

"Hmm, those days where you only spoke to me when on missions, or spying on me from afar? *Chuckles* Yes, I do remember Jack, it was as stressful back then as it is now. But I know, we can get through this hurdle…together." Angela turned to face her husband, placing her small hands on his broad chest as they soaked in their shower, sealing their comfort with a kiss as the steam continued to fill the room with a thicker shroud. Their bodies moved as one, getting comfortable for a quick moment of passion as Jack pressed himself into his wife who held on as she was lifted, wrapper her legs around his wet slicked waist.

"Jack…" Angela gasped as their bodies collided with love and desire. Down the hallway on the other side of the house, the children stayed in their separate rooms for most of the evening. Lucio simply sat at his computer desk drawing, his feet moving to the beat of the music he was listening to on his headphones around his neck. It was loud enough for him to hear with no issue. There was a soft knock on his door almost went unnoticed, thankfully it was made when the music was changing on Lucio's headphones. The boy instantly popped his head up from his drawing, his dreads bouncing in their confined pony hair as he turned towards the door.

"Come on in, it's unlocked." Lucio stated as he turned the music volume down, instantly the door opened and the other children came in one by one. Lena was the last to enter as she closed the door softly, D. Va instantly plopped down on Lucio's bed, handheld device in her hand closed, but she carried it around as if it were a clutch. Lena soon joining her as she laid on her stomach, Jesse simply stood and looked around. He could never understand how Lucio kept his room almost spotless, Jesse had to clean his almost twice a week, clothes and random articles of interest scattered about all the time. "Hey guys, what's up?"

"Dinner is ready." Hana spoke; kicking her feet back and forth in the air, enjoying her own tempo. "Also, it's been a couple hours, I wonder if the new boys are alright." After eavesdropping on the conversation earlier with Jesse, she was worried. She may not have understood all of what they were speaking about, and when Hana asked Jesse to explain, he was in the same boat.

"We were thinking we could have supper in their room, 'ya know, make those two feel mighty welcomed. We only had a short time to introduce ourselves." Jesse spoke, adjusting his hat as per usual, Lucio nodded and gave a smile.

"Well, looks like we were all thinking the same thing. I was drawing a picture and hoping they would like to add it to their room as their first gift. I dunno, I was working on some new designs as well. Look…" All the others quickly huddled around and were instantly in awe and at a loss of words at the photo. Two blue dragons and a single green one, wrapped around one another as if they were sleeping, surrounded by clouds as they floated on a mounted top peak. The vibrant color, the skilled detail of the bodies and scales, everything seemed to just flow together with little to no effort. Hana bounced up and down in excitement.

"That looks so cool Lucio, do one for me next! Please!" She begged, trying to bat puppy dog eyes, Lucio merely smirked and nodded.

"For sure D. Va. It's dried, maybe we could give it to them now." Everyone nodded, knowing they still had time before dinner, all the children made their way out the room and to the hallway for their destination. Lucio was the last to make it to the steps, pausing for a moment as he heard some echoing coming from the hallway that lead to Jack and Angela's room. He's heard the noises before, however, he's always shrugged it off. As he would do this day, making his way down and already smelling the delicious meal Jack prepared. All the children pattered their way towards the twin's room, all four looking at one another to prepare for another meeting with their new siblings. It was Lena who broke the silence as her knuckles lightly padded on the cherry wood door. The silence was deafening as they waited for a reply, the smallest squeak from a living soul. There was some small shuffling before a voice responded.

"Please, come in." It was from the eldest brother Hanzo. Lena smiled happily as she instantly turned the door knob, opening the doorway as they four peered inside. Hanzo sat on his legs and knees, traditional Japanese style next to his brother's low bed. Genji was propped up on pillows to sit up some in his spot, blanket at his waist and warm hand towel on his forehead, his green bangs pushed to the side from the dampness. He was awake, noticing the other children stare from the doorway, it shocked the younger boy slightly as he brought his blanket to his face, half covering it as he kept his eyes focused on them. Hanzo raised an eyebrow at his brother's actions, turning his head to see the other children from the home he had met previously. The elder Shimada was expecting to see Angela or even Jack, he was slightly stunned to see anyone but those two. "Oh…I'm sorry, I thought you were someone else." Hanzo still felt like a deer in headlights for not being prepared for such a meeting.

"It's quite alright luv, we wanted to check on you two and see if everything was alright. We also brought you a gift for your room. If that's alright?" Lena flashed her award-winning smile, Hanzo thought for a moment as he looked at his brother, who was more curious than scared. With a sigh, he nodded.

"Yes, that is acceptable, thank you. Genji, these are the other…house mates that stay here. You didn't meet them earlier because you were sleeping. They stay on the second floor from what I've been told." Hanzo did his best to explain, slightly out of breath and recovering from his shock, the other children piled into the room as Lena closed the door. Each sat around the bed, Hanzo shifting over some to give room. "This is my little brother, Genji Shimada. I know you've been introduced before, but now that he's awake…well…" Hanzo trailed off, lost in his own thoughts. It was D. Va who interjected this time.

"It's alright, we know you were feeling a bit sick. My Name is Hana, but I like D. Va because it sounds cooler." The Korean smiled with a small wave of her hand, she introduced the others one by one, each extending their formal greeting with smiles. After each greeting, Genji would give a slight head nod, slowly lowering his blanket back to his lap, feeling slightly more comfortable now that he knew these stranger's names and knowing they were staying in the same house. He enjoyed their energy and spirits, all different but it all seemed genuine. Once everyone was introduced, Lucio presented his drawing to Hanzo.

"This is for your room, I thought you two might like to hang it somewhere if you like it." Hanzo held onto the paper and peered, his eyes growing huge as he gave a soft smile, showing the photo to Genji who smiled brightly for the first time that day.

"You drew that? It's beautiful!" Genji spoke softly before coughing slightly, never the less, he was impressed by the artwork. "My favorite color is green, like my hair."

"I'm glad you like it, I like your hair. It looks so cool." Lucio replied, giving a thumb's up, making Genji slightly red aside from his already headed nose bridge from his sickness apparent on his face. Hanzo nodded and gave a slight bow to the group.

"You are most gracious for this gift. We both love it, it's reminds us of a tale we learned when growing up in Hanamura, our home in Japan. It was also about dragons."

"A tale? I love stories, especially western ones. Could you tell it to us partner? If…if 'yer ready to that is." Jesse took off his hat and held it in his hands, everyone seemed rather interested in hearing this tale of Hanzo's. The elder Shimada looked at Genji for a moment, seeing him smile as he shifted in his spot.

"I…I do not see why not." Hanzo smirked; he told the story of two dragons and two brothers, now the painting seems fitting as each of the kids were listening intently, Hana even turned off her handheld device to listen to the story, and that was her pride and joy. Lena rocked on her bottom, clutching her legs. During the tale, Jack and Angela peeked into the room, sighing quite loudly that their bundles were all together and not outside. Angela shoved her elbow into Jack's stomach, making the man huff slightly.

"Next time you wanna have alone time, check on the kids first!" She hissed, slightly annoyed but happy the others were getting to know one another. The two adults prepared their children's meal swiftly as Angela had to make herself out for her mission assignment. She packed her dinner to go and gave Jack a quick kiss before leaving. Jack re-entered the Shimada room to see them group chatting about the tale and its symbolism, opening the door, he knocked lightly as they all turned. Hanzo and Genji instantly offering a welcoming bow as they saw their new elder.

"Dinner is ready gang, Hanzo, would you like to eat here while I help Genji with his food?" Jack began to remove his favorite apron.

"Hey Jack-Jack, why don't we all eat here for their first night? They tell the best stories, I think that's the best one I've ever heard so far!" Jesse beamed, the comment making Hanzo blush slightly, a smile cracking on his face. Genji relaxed comfortably, but felt his energy leave him slightly. He was hungry though, and tried his best to stay awake. Jack smiled as the others nodded as well, even Hanzo looked up to him with pleading eyes asking for permission. The veteran soldier merely nodded as he prepared their meals and brought them one by one. The five children ate contently at the table in the center of the room, Jack propped up Genji and fed him small bite fills of is food, the youngest Shimada held his drink with what remaining strength he had left. Hanzo would eat with his chop sticks, just like Hana, but peer over to his brother every so often, eyes hardening just in case anything were to transpire. Though he appreciated the hospitality given to them, he would always be wary for his brother. Once Genji had finished, Jack prepared his medicine to deliver, taking a needle, he inserted the tip to Genji's already I.V line prepared by Angela.

"This will help you get better, it's from the base where you were at before coming here. You have two more dosages to go through before you can go run around. It'll also help you sleep easy tonight." Jack explained as he made eye contact with the young boy, Genji said nothing as he nodded slowly, bringing a frown to Jack's face. A child so young shouldn't be so frozen, but after everything he went through, he understood. Once Jack finished administering the medicine, he patted Genji on his head lightly. "Alright gang, time for bed." Everyone picked up their dishes and said their goodbye's as they left the room. Hanzo bowed to each as they left, Jack taking his dirty dishes as the eldest prepared for his slumber. Soon after, all the kids were safe in their own rooms, Jack stood in the hallways watching their door lights go off one by one, giving him the internal signal to start his shift. Already dressed in his battle clothes, Jack slipped on his blue and white jacket and placed his face helmet on. The red light of his mask coming to life as the helmet tightened to his face, and the screen came to life inside to scan the area. "Tactical visor activated." Jack's voice echoes through the mouth piece, Soldier 76 was ready for his patrol in his own house, letting his rifle point to the floor as he gripped tightly around the handle. A small buzz sounded in his ear, followed by a voice.

"Torbjorn standing ready a mile away matey. I've got the east end secured Soldier 76. Good to have 'ye back." The dwarf sized Swedish man spoke into his mic as he combed his beard with his clawed hand, sitting in a dark tinted van miles away. Jack smirked and grunted slightly. Another voice spoke on the radio.

"Good evening to you both. Zenyatta reporting for scouting duty." The floating Omnic monk hovered over a rooftop on the west end, meditating as his orbs floated and bounced around freely on their own whim. Though he did not enjoy combat, he was called upon by Winston and reluctantly agreed to help after being filled on the matter at hand.

"Keep a low profile you two, it's probably too soon to expect anything from the boy's pursuers, however, I want an update every hour on the hour. Understood?" Soldier 76 made his way down the flight of steps, hearing both Torbjorn and Zenyatta give confirmation. Soldier turned off his com link as he began walking in circles around his home to start his shift.