Hey! G here with the latest chapter ;) Several cool things have happened in the holidays. We went to Drayton Manor yesterday which was really cool. We also got some Disney DVD's. There was 2 for £15 which was good so we got The Lion King and Alice in Wonderland. I personally prefer the older Alice in Wonderland, only because it's more awesome! The newer one's okay I guess but you can't beat the original. 3 more reviews for another chapter! Peace Out! TG101 :-D x
Sam looked at his wife's belly in awe. He couldn't believe he was going to be a Daddy in just under 4 months time. She was currently 23 weeks pregnant and showing an obvious yet neat baby bump.
Unfortunately, pregnancy was not treating Mercedes kindly.
She had to go to the toilet what felt like every 3 seconds, she had serious mood swings,and cravings for pickle and hot cheese at two in the morning. Not to mention the back pain that was starting to make an appearance, particularly when she stood up for more than ten minutes without sitting down.
Sam also noticed Mercedes was frowning slightly every so often as if something was wrong.
"Ce? You okay?" he finally asked, after he spotted Mercedes' face crease for the third time that evening.
"Yeah...it's just...I think I'm having gas or something..." Several moments later, her eyes widened and her face immediately lit up. "Sam...Sam, I think it's kicking!" Mercedes breathed, trying to feel her baby's first movements.
"Here"
Grabbing his hand, Mercedes pressed it to her stomach "Try and put some pressure on it, that may help. It's what I've been reading in the baby books..." she giggled when she felt another jolt "Wow! Easy sweetie, Mama's still not used to it yet"
"Is he really kicking that hard?" Sam asked in wonder, making Mercedes chuckle and roll her eyes. "What?"
She shook her head, still chuckling "You really think she's a boy?"
"You really think he's a girl?" Sam smirked, hoping to wind up his wife. She was so cute when wound up. Especially now when it took her a while crawl over and smack him.
"Now you got me up again, it's your responsibility to help me rearrange the pillows"
"As you wish"
"Mercedes Evans? Dr Kingsley is ready for you" a nurse called out, coming out of the tiny room next to the reception "Room 22 A"
"Yep, thank you"
Quinn wheeled out of the way,giving her friend's hand a squeeze. Okay, she hadn't regained TOTAL control over her legs and whilst she was able to walk most of the time, every so often, they would give up on her and she would be stuck using the wheelchair.
Wheeling behind Mercedes, they headed towards 22 A where a doctor was sat in the chair, his brown wrinkled skin like leather. Quinn thought he looked like Master Oogway from Kung Fu Panda, ancient with a slight crazed look in his eyes yet she felt this guy knew what he was doing.
"Alright Mercedes. Here we are,the big one. I gather that you're wanting to find out the sex?"
"Uhuh" Mercedes mumbled, getting herself on the examination table and revealing her stomach
"Okay. I'm just gonna feel your stomach. Have you felt any kicking yet?"
Mercedes nodded "Yeah, it's only just started to kick strong enough for Sam to feel so he's happy"
"Good,good...it seems as if we've got ourselves a little fighter on our hands. Even just by lightly applying pressure I can feel it so that's a good sign. You're measuring at...23 weeks, everything's fine and belly is perfectly fine. Now onto the part you came in for"
Quinn gave her best friend a reassuring smile "You okay?"
Mercedes sighed, closing her eyes for several seconds before opening them, a signal that said "Yeah"
"...I can now confirm...that...hold on a sec, I know there's one somewhere" the doctor mumbled,fumbling about in a small drawer with one hand "Aha...here it is" he smiled triumphantly, pressing a small soft thing into Mercedes' hand. Mercedes smiled when she saw it, her eyes shining.
A small pink bear.
"So...it's a girl?" she whispered, tears in her eyes
"Yep, it's gonna be a girl. If it was a boy, it would be pretty obvious"
"Hey sweetie" she murmured, in disbelief that this human was growing inside her "Hey Madison"
"Madison?" Dr Kingsley mused, raising a questioning eyebrow "Is that what your going to call her?"
Mercedes sighed, staring at her stomach "Yeah. Unless Sam disagrees in which he probably will do after he's done paying for the drinks and given out 50 dollars to whoever he's bet with."
The old man smiled, shaking his head "I don't know. Okay, that's all there is to it. I'll print some pictures then we'll be on our way. Any questions?"
"Is it um...usual for my boobs to grow more than usual?" she asked,glancing down.
"No need to be embarrassed. Yes,that is perfectly normal, at least you know she'll have plenty of milk. Now you're halfway through the second trimester, there are some things you'll need to do..."
"..Bye!" Mercedes dismissed, closing the door. Quinn wheeled beside her, just glancing around at the young couples in the waiting room.
"I remember when I was here in labour with Beth" she whispered, tears in her eyes "I mean...it felt like only yesterday Finn and Rachel were singing "Faithfully" and just before Vocal Adrenaline came on, my water broke"
"I remember that. You were freaking out 'cos you'd never done it before and you were moving too quickly." Mercedes chuckled, smiling at the memory.
"Bethany Mercedes Puckerman Fabray, 8th of June 2010 3:07pm, 7 pounds 8 ounces, and 20 inches long. I- I wanted to keep her but I didn't feel as if I was ready but somewhere in my body I knew I was."
Quinn gasped as something came out of her body. She lay back on the pillows,wanting the creature to do something, ANYTHING. Finally after what felt like forever but couldn't have been more than 30 seconds, a shrill cry rang out.
"Congratulations!" the main doctor smiled "You've got a healthy little girl Quinn"
Quinn looked up as they cut the cord, breaking the only bond between mother and daughter "Mercedes...you go over" she croaked weakly, shutting her eyes out of exhaustion.
Mercedes slowly made her way over to the warming table where the baby was being examined.
"Hey,honey"she cooed,lightly brushing the infant's palm. How would Quinn even want to consider giving her away? She looked so much like her yet her skin was a slightly tanned hue that could only belong to Puck.
Quinn sighed again, looking at the young couples once more before heading out of the ward
"You okay?" Mercedes asked, concerned for Quinn's well-being "Maybe you shouldn't have come..."
"No, I'm fine. So...a girl then? You excited?"
"Yeah, I guess I am. Part of me kinda wanted a boy though. I can just picture it, constantly in and out of the ER, Sam teaching him to play football and play guitar..."
"Just think, at least you'll have someone to go shopping with and what with both your musical skills and looks, she'll have all the boys' attention."
"Hell to the naw. Not at least till she's 16. Boys can look but not touch" she gave a start as she felt her daughter move "Nice to see you're up" she grimaced, leaning against the wall for support.
"Come on, we'll get some coffee. My treat." Quinn smiled, holding the door open with her wheelchair.
"...so I though I would get some shoes? Seeing as my feet are getting swollen, I thought I'd treat myself before she gets here"
"Did I hear "she"?" Kurt asked, sneaking up behind Mercedes, making her jump.
"Oh my God,Kurt! What are you doing here?" Mercedes laughed,standing up and gasping as she found herself in the middle of a bear hug.
"Just got back from the hospital. Blaine broke his ankle and I walked away with some cuts and a broken wrist."he weakly chuckled, holding up an orange cast that was incased in a sling. "Blaine finally passed his motorbike test last week so he took me on the first ride. We crashed."
"I see. Come on, I'll get ya'll a drink. The usual? Iced cappuccino de-caf with hazlenut?"
"Yeah but..." Kurt started to speak before finding Mercedes' finger on his lips
"Hush. You're an invalid, I'm pregnant, there's a difference. Now do you want a drink or not?"
"Only if I can get something for the little one." Kurt smiled, rubbing Mercedes' stomach. "Hey there honey, it's Uncle Kurt here. I need you to be good for Mommy okay? She was my best friend throughout school and although we may not talk much now, we're still best friends."
Kurt squealed in delight as he felt a swift kick "She kicked...she kicked! Wow! Does it feel weird?"
"A bit. But I've gotten used to it...sort of. From what I've heard, she's gonna be more active in the coming weeks. You sit down, I'll get you a drink."
"Sam? Sammy baby you in here?" Mercedes called into the small flat, side stepping around the cats and making her way to the answering machine.
"Today we don't feel like doing anything, we just wanna lay in our bed. Don't feel like picking up our phone, so leave a message at the tone, 'cos today we swear we're not doing anything. Seriously, leave a message."
"Hey 'Ce, listen, uh...I'm on detention duty so I'll be back around five. Don't bother cooking,I'll pick us up a takeout, whatever peanut's wanting today. Text me to say, love you lots, see you later."
Mercedes chuckled, shaking her head slightly. As much as she loved Sam, he could be totally adorkable at times.
"Hey Ce!" Sam called, setting the bags onto the kitchen counter "I've got us pizza! With extra cheese and tomato!"
"Thanks Sam. I really appreciate it." Mercedes smiled, coming into the kitchen and kissing her husband on the cheek.
"Did you find out what he is today?" Sam purred, nuzzling Mercedes' neck,making her quiver with pleasure.
"Yeah..." she mumbled, nipping the top of his lip "I did. It's gonna be a little girl"
"Wait...a girl?" Sam breathed tears in his eyes "Are you serious? A baby girl who we're not allowing to date till she's 18 and we're going to call Alexis or Alyssa."
"Or we're going to call her Madison or Abigail and if she does date, you will be at the door with a shotgun, a shovel and an extensive knowledge of how to make a murder look accidental."
"And how will I do that exactly?"
"Well, don't be surprised if you find the whole NCIS series as your birthday present tomorrow morning."
Sam grinned his goofy,safe, cute smile "I love you so much" he murmered, his lips pressed on Mercedes' neck "You and Alyssa, Madison, Alexis or so much"
