Here is chapter four. I do feel like bringing Diego over at some point during this mostly because I feel like Ben would have invited other VKs over. So far I have gotten Claudine Frollo (daughter of Judge Frollo), Anthony Treamine (son of Anastisa Treamine), Jace (Jason) and Harry (Harold) (sons of Jasper and Horace respectively). I am thinking that I might bring three more girls over so there will be an even eight but I probably will not introduce them for a while.
Disclaimer: I do not own Disney Descendants nor do I own Disney I only own my OCs
Mal P.O.V.
I was four weeks along and currently sitting on my bed with a trash can on my lap. I had been throwing up most of the morning and I figured who ever had started calling this 'morning sickness' needed to look up the definition of torture. Ben was planning things for the Halloween party (which all of us VKs were beyond excited about let me tell you) and I had really wanted to help but felt like I was going to lose my stomach.
"Oh M are you sure you are ok not to be rude but you look awful," Evie said from her bed. I sighed.
"I am well aware of how awful I look E but there is nothing I can do to deal with this 'morning sickness'," I told her. I had put air quotes around the word 'morning sickness'.
"Are you going to be well enough for your date with King Obviously Cute?" Evie asked. I had to grin. King Obviously Cute was one of Ben's many nicknames and one of the few I had given him.
"I hope so Ben would be so upset if I couldn't make it. He is really looking forward to this date tonight," I said. I had never missed a date with Ben but even if something came up he would always tell me that we could postpone the dates but not this one. Ben wouldn't tell me anything other than it would be magical (whatever that means).
"Well I am going to help you get ready for the date tonight just like I helped you with your first date," Evie said. I smiled. I could still remember our first date. I had drugged Ben with a love spell and he had publicly announced his love for me when singing the very catchy song Did I Mention and then asked me out shortly thereafter.
"Yea I remember E you did a wonderful job," I told her. Evie grinned then pretended to sniff.
"My baby is all grown up now. It seems like just yesterday when she went on her first date with a boy," Evie said still being dramatic. I rolled my eyes.
"Nice going E," I said and Evie laughed.
When the time for our date was drawing close Evie went into her usual prep mode. I let her work knowing from past experience that Evie would make me look beautiful. By the time Evie was done I was wearing a similar outfit to the one I had on my first date. I grinned as I took in my reflection.
"You never cease to amaze me E," I tell her. Evie just grins.
"Ben should be over in three… two… one," Evie said and on one there was a knock on our door. "Come in," Evie called and the door opened to admit Ben. He looked especially handsome today and was dressed up all handsome like. It nearly took my breath away. I always knew he was good looking but man this was ridiculous.
"Hey beautiful," he greeted when he walked over to me. I smiled and kissed him.
"I am ready for our date," I tell him. He grins and leads me out of the room.
The date as it turns out was not at The Enchanted Lake like I thought it was going to be. Instead it was a reserved table at Tiana's Palace, one of the best restaurants in all of Auradon according to Ben. I had never been to any fancy restaurants since they were obviously nonexistent on the Isle and Ben had never wanted to stress me out by having us go to a new place while I was still trying to learn out to love so most of our dates had been out at The Enchanted Lake.
"I know this isn't usually what we do but I hope it is ok," Ben said after we sat down and I realized I was soothing my dress in a nervous gesture.
"It's fine," I told him. I enjoyed the dinner very much and we laughed and talked about funny moments and enjoyed the music. When I thought we were finished Ben had left for a moment and returned with an ice-cream sundae. A chocolate dipped strawberry was on top.
"I hope you saved some room," Ben teased me gently. I giggled then my eyes fell to the line of chocolate syrup that had surrounded the cup. Frowning slightly I turned the plate around following the line until it formed the outline of a heart on the plate. In the middle of the heart was a plan ring…an engagement ring.
"Ben," I breathed totally in shock. I honestly should have expected this but I wasn't ready for it.
"I know Mal. I know it is a lot to take in but I love you. I want to be with you more than anything in the world. I know you will have fears and worries and I know this may not be the best time but I had to ask Mal because I wanted you to know I love you," Ben said. I blinked again still trying to wrap my head around the ring. Emotionally I felt like he was asking from deep in his heart. Logically I knew what this meant. I would be the Queen of Auradon and this child inside of me would be the heir to the throne. Some small part of me (possibly the side of me that my mother had long since drilled into me) said he was only asking because of the baby. He didn't love me he just needed me to marry him for the baby.
"Ben I am sorry I need time I can't…." I started not sure what to say or where to go. Ben held my hand.
"That's ok Mal. Think it over talk to Evie, Jay, and Carlos about it. Do whatever it is you need to do but I am following my heart so I had to say it. I am willing to wait," Ben told me his tone ever so gentle.
"Thank you," I breathed.
Jane P.O.V.
Evie had helped me get ready shortly after Mal had left for my date with Carlos. I was excited to spend some time with him. Carlos was right on time to pick me up and I knew how much this must mean to him because even Dude wasn't with him. Carlos took me towards The Enchanted Lake (which I can only assume he read about from a book somewhere) and showed me the little picnic he had set up for us. I was wearing a light blue dress and Carlos was in his typical white, black, and red outfit only he had went through some trouble to clean up.
"This is beautiful Carlos," I told him. He grinned.
"Only the best for you Jane," he told me. It was quiet out here and I enjoyed the sandwiches Carlos had made for us and having him embrace me every now and then. He seemed nervous but I waved it off. Carlos hadn't had nearly the dating experience as the others had and he had once told me he was always a little socially awkward. I even showed him some of my magic. Mother had been working with me for about a year now alongside Mal and I enjoyed using magic. Mom always had restrictions though for the both of us about what we could and could not do with magic and when we could use it.
"This was nice Carlos but I really should get back to studying," I told him.
"Wait Jane there is something I want to ask you," Carlos said.
"Sure what is it?" I asked. Carlos took a deep breath then adjusted himself so he was knelling in front of me. He pulled out a little black box.
"Jane you are beautiful inside and out. Ever since we danced together at the end of Ben's coronation I have felt drawn to you. I have never felt this way about anyone before and I hope you would consider marrying me," Carlos says opening the little black box. Inside was a simple but beautiful ring. Emotions swarm through me all at once. I don't know what to say or do or barely how to breathe. Do I hurt him in suggesting that I hadn't even considered a proposal? Do I flat out tell him no because I feel like he is just asking me because I am pregnant? What do I do?
"Carlos…I need time," I tell him about the compromise I can find at the moment.
"I understand," he says. I expect him to put the box back in his pocket but he closes it and gives it to me. "If you say yes just give me the box back. If you say no give me the box and the ring back," he tells me. I kiss him.
"I will let you know Carlos and I do love you I just need time," I tell him softly. He looks into my eyes, his warm brown eyes filled with compassion and understanding.
"I understand," he tells me.
After our date I head towards my mom's office so engrossed in my thoughts that I barely catch her say hello to me as she is coming out of her office.
"Jane?" she asks for the second time and I blink coming out of my trance.
"Sorry mom," I tell her softly. Mom takes me by the hand and leads me into the office.
"What is it Jane?" she asks gently.
"Carlos asked me to marry him," I tell her. My mother smiles gently at me.
"Does that really surprise you? You are carrying his child so naturally he will want to ask," Mom says.
"I know it's just I didn't know what to say or do Mom. A part of me wants to say yes while another part wants me to wait," I tell her felling so confused. Mom wraps an arm around me.
"I can't tell you what to do because that is your and Carlos's decision but try and listen to what your heart is telling you," Mom says.
"I am still thinking," I tell her.
Mal P.O.V
"Evie he proposed," I breath the moment I walk into the door.
"Oh M that is wonderful what did you say?" Evie asks excitedly.
"I told him I need time," I reply and the excitement drops a level.
"You didn't say yes?" she asks puzzled.
"Yea and I didn't say no either so relax," I tell her.
"But M I thought you loved him?" Evie asked clearly confused.
"Of course I love him E. If I say yes though I will be Queen of Auradon which terrifies me, a wife which terrifies me, a mother which terrifies me, and a daughter-in-law which terrifies me. Not to mention there is some part of me that feels like he is just asking because of the baby," I tell her in a mix of anger, confusion, and fear. I am about to cry (damn harmonies) and Evie sits down beside me.
"It's ok M," she said gently holding me when I start to cry. I am glad I am not going anywhere because my makeup is running down my face.
"What do I do E?" I ask her.
"I don't know M but whatever you chose I will be your support," she tells me.
Jane and I have our own discussion the following day. There isn't much to say but I feel better knowing our fears are about the same and at least valid.
After two weeks of talking and trying to sort out our own decisions we each find the father. They are both together on the Tourney Field and I strongly suspect that they have been spending lots of time together as of late.
"Jane?" Carlos asks.
"Mal?" Ben asks. Both their voices are hopefully and we know why. This is the first time Jane and I had went to them since they proposed.
"I say yes," I tell him. Ben nearly squeals in delight but instead just hugs me tight. Then we turn to look at Jane. Carlos is still looking at her with almost pleading eyes.
"Here," Jane says handing him the black box. She keeps her left hand behind her back (as the ring finger has Carlos's engagement ring on it). He takes the box and carefully opens it. A delighted grin shows up on his features.
"Can I see it?" he asks hopefully and Jane shows him her left hand where the ring is on her ring finger. Carlos lights up and kisses Jane pulling her into a hug.
"Well looks like Evie has two weddings to plan doesn't it?" Ben asks. I grin.
"And she will love us for it," I tell him.
I am sorry if everyone expected them to say 'yes' the moment the boys proposed but that didn't feel right to me. I also decided to have Ben's proposal based on the Emma/Walsh proposal from Once Upon a Time which despite the fact that I didn't really like Walsh I found the scene so adorable. I also wanted his proposal to be different then everyone else (most people have him proposing at The Enchanted Lake) so I changed things up. The next chapter will be about Ben telling his council about the baby (as well as bringing Mal to her first meeting). The chapters after are likely to evolve wedding planing and weddings aren't something I don't know much about (as I have never been to one) so suggestions welcome. Also please review.