A/N-Thank you for the support. Enjoy this chapter.
The announcement that Fitz was coming back to complete his term was all that anyone could talk about. Whether it was television, the newspaper, or social media everyone was talking about it.
The most important factor was how did they perceive not only Fitz but Olivia now that she was First Lady of the United States. The answer was simple. Everyone was excited.
Their love story made them likeable and relatable. The blended family was accepted. Although many republicans made their displeasure known it was a small number. The reality is that people divorce and get remarried. They are no less of a family than a biological mother and father raising their kids.
Mellie being an ice queen also helped. She had caused so much destruction that even the Republicans could not take up for her.
The only thing that did not go over so well was the First Family not planning to fully take back over until November.
After speaking with her team they decided that the couple would go to work at the White House everyday for the next month so they could all began to transition their roles. In October they would begin living in the White House full-time.
They decided that their home could be an escape from time to time so they packed nothing. Fitz told Olivia to purchase a new wardrobe. Olivia & the kids spent the next month purchasing new clothes and shoes. Olivia made sure that she had a mix of her high-end clothes as well as some everyday pieces so she was relatable.
Olivia had worked with the staff at the White House to throw Jerry his "Sweet Sixteen" party. Olivia remembered when Jerry was in boarding school that one weekend they had a game night that was so much fun. Fitz & Olivia told Jerry that with the move back to the White House if he was okay with them having a family dinner and cake on his birthday. Jerry was fine with that considering that he had not spent the last three birthdays with his dad.
Olivia was up bright and early for Jerry's birthday. She made him all of his favorites for breakfast. She wanted him to feel like a king today so she would bring it to him in bed. On each corner of the tray were his favorite muffins, banana nut. A one in one muffin and a six in the other muffin. As she was finishing up her husband and daughter came into the kitchen.
Olivia looked up, "Morning guys"
"Morning mom"
"Morning baby"
Olivia asked, "Are you guys hungry? I was about to take Jerry his breakfast, but I can fix you guys plates first."
They shook their heads. Fitz said, "We can fix our plates but let's take the birthday boy his first. They took Jerry his breakfast and sang happy birthday to him. This birthday was already the best one ever. Once their dad became Governor they no longer had birthday parties. Mellie would always say they were too busy. Most of the time it was a quick dinner and presents. As they got older it was just expensive presents sent to them."
Jerry thanked them. Olivia told them that she had a lot of errands to run so she wouldn't see them until this evening. Hal & Jack left with Olivia. Their first stop was the air strip. Olivia had flown in Jerry's best friends Christopher, Brandon, and Josh. They went to the same boarding school. Jerry kept in touch with them, and Olivia knew he missed them. Olivia had made calls to all the parents who had no problem with the children going to D.C. Olivia assured them that she would make sure that they were protected. She even offered for them to come if it made them feel more comfortable. The families knew Fitz and Olivia had helped several of their friends or family, and they were the President & First Lady so the parents trusted them. Although it wasn't Karen's birthday she thought that her daughter would like to see her friends as well so she had Stephanie, Haley, and Katherine fly down as well. She picked up the kids and took them to Blair House and got them settled in. The house had snacks, drinks, and sandwiches to hold them over. She told them if they needed anything to call her. She left her cell with them.
Olivia hired a party planner to assist her. When she made it over to the tent where the party was going to be held the planner was there. They had sent out a 100 invitations and 75 had RSVP.
The tent was being set up now. The disco balls were going up. They were putting up the lighting. The tent was being set up in sections. There was a lounge area. There was a card game area which they could play poker, spades, Uno, and Phase 5. There were two pool tables. Finally there was a board game area with Scrabble, Monopoly, Trouble, and Sorry. The D.J would be in the corner.
Olivia knew that Jerry loved carnival food so she found two vendors that they were able to vet and get approved for the party. Outside the tent would be two food trucks. The kids could get hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage dogs, pizza, nachos, and French fires. There would also be a truck that they could get funnel cakes, cotton candy, and candy apples.
Inside they would have Hors d'oeuvres, fruit trays, cheese trays, and finger sandwiches. There was also a candy table and desert table with the casino theme. Since Jerry & Fitz loved pool so much she had a large cake made that looked like a pool table. She had a "16 ice sculpture carved for the drinks table.
They had made 100 party favor bags to give to the kids to remember the night. Everything was monogrammed "Jerry's Sweet Sixteen". The favor consisted of a glass mug, a camera, monogrammed M&Ms, and engraved poker chips. There was also a photo booth being brought in so they could take pictures to remember the night.
Olivia, the planner, and the White House staff worked hard to bring the vision to life. A little after five they had accomplished just about everything. Abby came over so that Olivia could go to the Residence and get ready.
When Olivia left Abby overhead the staff talking about Olivia. Everyone seemed to love the new First Lady. She didn't bark orders at them like they were dogs. She had even pitched in and helped when one of the staffs daughter fell. Olivia insisted that she go be with her. She even asked her to call or text her letting her know the little girl was okay.
Fitz had spent the day with the kids. A stylist & barber had come to the house to get Jerry ready for dinner. He was a little bummed that he hadn't seen his mom since breakfast, but he knew he would see her soon.
At 6:30 they left and made their way to the White House. Right before they got there Fitz blindfolded Jerry. He told him that his mom wanted to surprise him with something before dinner.
They arrived and Fitz helped his son out. They made their way to the Residence. When the blindfold came off standing beside his mom were his best friends. Jerry was shocked. She had flown his best friends in for dinner. They were boys, but they missed each other so they hugged each other several times to make sure it was real. Fitz was standing beside his wife. She had made this happen, and he couldn't be happier.
Olivia turned to Karen, "Honey although it is not your birthday I thought that you deserved something as well so here is your surprise."
Hal opened up the door and in walked Karen's best friends. She ran over to them crying. Fitz was surprised. She didn't tell him about Karen. It was a special moment. Olivia looked at Hal and he nodded.
Olivia told everything that they needed to head down for dinner. Jerry was blindfolded again for his next surprise. The ten of them were taken to the tent. Karen & their friends went in so they were standing in front of him. All of his other friends were in the tent. The D.J. had stopped the music. The light was solely on him. Olivia took the blindfold off. The lighting filled the tent and everyone yelled "Surprise".
Jerry was shocked. This wasn't a family dinner. This was a party for him with all of his family and friends. He was shocked. Then he looked around and noticed the theme. He looked to his left and there was an open window in the tent, and he saw the food truck. He looked to his right and beside the table for the presents was his cake. It was a pool table.
She had discussed the party with Fitz, but she had picked everything out so to see it all come together was impressive.
Before Olivia he had no really big happy personal memories other than the birth of his children. Since she came in his life he started to have them here and there. Since their marriage he was running out of fingers and toes when it came to happy moments, but some stood out more than others. His wedding day was at the top, the day that Olivia got the paperwork stating she was their legal mother, their trip to Greece, and now tonight. Jerry was having the time of his life. The fact that she thought of Karen while not overshadowing Jerry's day was something only she could do.
The casino theme was done in taste for teenagers. Olivia had gift cards, cash, and other prizes for the winners. The food was great, the music flowing, and everyone was having the time of their lives. Jerry introduced his mom to everyone. Olivia asked the Secret Service to dress down so the teens would enjoy the environment.
The adults partied with the kids. Sometimes they would pay against each other. They took pictures in the photo booth.
At the end of the night the D.J. told Jerry that his last birthday gift had arrived. Jerry stepped out of the tent to find a 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. It was a luxury car, but not an expensive luxury car. Although he wouldn't drive a lot they thought he deserved a car. Jerry loved the Tarheels. Mellie was from Raleigh, North Carolina. Chapel Hill was not far. Jerry was considering going there for medical school. Since that was all he raved about right now Olivia had a custom paint job done. The car was Carolina Blue.
Jerry was now speechless. He thanked his parents for everything. While the party was wrapping up they put all of Jerry's gift in a car. Olivia had already purchased thank you cards for them to write as he opened the gifts.
They gave out the party favors which were a really big hit. Olivia had the kids luggage packed before they went to the party. They decided to let the kids spend the weekend in their home verses the White House so they could be more laid back.
Jerry thanked everyone for coming. They made sure that every child was accounted for before they left. Olivia had arranged for Lauren to stop by their house with food and drinks for the weekend.
Ethan drove the car to their house while everyone packed into the limo and town car. When they got in they allowed the teens to do their thing. They knew they wouldn't sleep much since they were catching up with each other.
The couple was about to turn in when they heard Jerry call them. They turned around to see what was going on.
Jerry hugged his parents. He hugged Olivia a little longer. When they pulled apart he had tears in his eyes.
Jerry said, "I can not thank you enough for what you did for me. Dad said that you pretty much made tonight happen. I really was happy with a family dinner considering that I didn't have those until you came into my life. Tonight was everything to me mom. It was more than a party. It was a party for me. I haven't had one of those since I was a little. The small things that you remember like how much I enjoyed the game night we had at school. The food which was heaven. Most of all having my best friends here who I miss. Thank you for also thinking of Karen. We love our life here. I never want to go back to boarding school, but we missed the people you brought here not only for tonight but for the entire weekend. Finally, thank you for the car. I know I won't get to drive it a lot, but the fact that you got it for me in the color that you did is something I really can't explain. Thank you mom. I love you."
Olivia hugged him again. She pulled back, "You never have to thank me for loving you, taking care of you, and doing things for you. It is my job as your mom. All I ask is that you continue to be responsible. Look out for your sister. Enjoy being a teenager and let your dad and I handle being the adults from now on. The happiness of my family is all that matters, and right now we are happy and that is all that matters. Go have fun. Your dad and I are going to relax on our end of the house. You guys have fun. I had Lauren to pick up groceries that I ordered so the refrigerator and pantry are stocked. I am sleeping in tomorrow morning so I got your guys your Egos and Toaster strudel when you decide to get up."
Jerry laughed and told them okay. The couple made it to their bedroom. They shed their clothes. Fitz ran them a bath and dimmed the lights. The hot water felt good to them.
They laid in the tub relaxing in silence for a while. They were each reflecting on everything that had happened in the last month.
Fitz spoke first, "I was nervous that I wouldn't be able to do my job. I was scared that people would not respect me. You know that I would come across weak."
Olivia nodded, "I was worried that I would come across as a fish out of water. Handling a crisis I can do with my eyes closed, but being the First Lady of a country can be intimidating. Being in front of the camera was a scary thought."
Fitz said, "Abby should have always been my Chief of Staff. She is Cyrus but she respects me. She knows her boundaries. There was a couple of times when I got stressed or when a lot of information was being thrown at me. Abby would repeat it so I could continue or she would give me a break. The thing is it's the way she does it. With Cyrus it was like I was a stupid child. With Abby she's helping her brother."
Olivia smiled, "That's Abby. She has the mouth for days, but when she has your back there is nothing that she won't do for you. Quinn was my dark horse. She started off slow and then went full speed. Having all of them around has given me a new layer of confidence. I always thought I had to make so many changes to be the First Lady, but you were right. I'm still me. Actually it is nice to know I can create change. I love handling crisis, but when you are a crisis manager or lawyer and you take on a client sometimes the shit you get them out of is sickening. This life we are building is not so bad."
Fitz pulled her closer, "I use to hate it. I loved that I had the ability to do good, but it's weird that you are walking around shaking someone's hand while they are telling you how you have made their life better while yours sucks. Even though it has only been a month it has been better than my entire time with Mellie. Even the staff seems more motivated. Sally is engaged. I feel like I don't have as much push back from the other side of the aisle."
Olivia leaned completely into her husband, "We came up with a plan and we executed it. We made changes where necessary, and went with the motto "Slow and Steady Wins the Race". As long as we remain committed to ourselves we can survive this without too many scars."
Fitz smiled and kissed her neck, "Baby as long as I have you and the kids there is nothing I can't survive."
Olivia caressed his face, "Ditto"
The couple enjoyed baths like the one they had tonight. When they were on the trail they came up with their best ideas when they took baths together. Fitz would always tell her because they were completely open and vulnerable .
Olivia went into her closet and slipped on a new chemise that she purchased. It was a Carine Gilson lace-trimmed silk-satin chemise. Now that she was married she didn't want things to get boring with them. Especially now that they were having sex again. So she had spent a half a day lingerie shopping. She had spent thousands of dollars which she could admit was ridiculous, but if her man was satisfied then it was money well spent. Olivia pulled her hair into a ponytail.
During that same trip she had bought Fitz several pairs of loungewear and pajamas. He had thrown all his old ones out. He told her that he wasn't sure which ones Mellie seem him in, and he didn't want her to ever look at him and wonder. Olivia didn't want to admit that it crossed her mind, but it had a time or two. However she would have never asked him to throw something away, but was nice she had to admit.
When she came out of her closet Fitz was sitting on the sofa doing his exercises. He had on a pair of the Navy Silk Pajamas that she bought for him. They matched her chemise. They smiled at each other.
Olivia came over and they did his memory exercises, and then they climbed in the bed and watched "No Good Deeds with Idris Elba and Taraji P. Henson. Olivia picked on him one day when they were talking about celebrity crushes. He had told her it was a tie between Taraji and Kerry Washington. He said he loved Taraji spunk and fire. He said he loved Kerry because she was smart and humble and loyal to her family. Olivia told him that if the Republican party realized how much he loved black women they would skin him alive.
The kids had heard them. Jerry came in and told her he agreed. Jerry did always tell his dad that he was a "Down low Democrat". They died laughing. Olivia said she had to remember that one.
They enjoyed the movie. Fitz had come out of the bathroom butt naked. Olivia began to laugh.
Olivia said, "You remind me of a toddler. One minute they have clothes. The next they are running around commando. I bet our child ends up like their dad."
Fitz laughed, "No don't do that to our child."
Olivia became serious, "I want to look at my baby and see their daddy. The man who I am hopelessly in love with. I love you so much baby."
Fitz smiled, "I love you more"
Olivia giggled, "Come show me"
Fitz in three steps was in front of his wife.
FItz said, "I love this on you, but I need it off so I can fuck you"
Fitz thrust in his wife while taking her chemise off taking her breath away.
Her husband was unrelenting as he pounded into her. It hurt and felt so good. Something that she would never tire of.
Olivia begged, "Harder, deeper. Fuck. Please baby..."
Fitz aimed to please. He took her legs and put them on his shoulders and continued to pound his wife.
Thank God they had their room sound proofed.
Fitz looked at his wife. He loved when she has her mouth open trying to decide whether she wants to scream, moan, or hold it in.
She is meeting him thrust for thrust which only excites him. She has to know she is not going to win this battle.
Before Olivia realized what is going on he has flipped her over. She is on all fours and he thrust back into her.
Olivia screamed, "Oh Shit Fitz. Feel so good baby. More give me more."
Fitz pulls her up and her back is flushed with his chest. She put her arms around his neck. She submitted to her husband and let him take her to new heights, and he did.
Olivia moaned, "Baby it feels so good. Baby make me feel good please..."
Fitz was flicking her nipples and hitting her spot each and every time.
Olivia could not long think as the orgasm took over.
Fitz kept going. He was on a mission. It was like he was trying to make up for lost time, and damn if she was going to stop him.
Fitz could tell her legs were about to give out so he held her as he moved them back onto the bed. He turned them on their side, lift her leg up and slid back into her.
He knew that she enjoyed watching them make move so he turned so they were facing the mirror.
Fitz placed light kisses all over her neck, then he would lick the same area he kissed, and then kiss her again. It was so sensual and he never stopped making love to her. The thrusts were slow and deep. He hit her spot each and every time.
Fitz whispered in her ear, "I dreamed for nights like tonight to be in the bed with my wife fucking her, making love to her, hitting her spot over and over again, and knowing I will never get enough. I love you Livvie. I will never tire of pleasing you. You know they say "Happy Wife Happy Life". I agree which is why I want you happy. Are you happy Livvie?"
Olivia was panting now but she pulled herself together, "I am more than happy. I wasn't happy until you came into my life. Baby, I need to cum. I can't take it anymore. Please"
Fitz lifted her leg higher and sped up. Olivia looked in the mirror and smirked. He wasn't the only one with skills.
As he thrust in her she would squeeze her pelvic muscles. They were now playing a game. Fitz smirked each time he thrust into her. Olivia gave up.
Fitz smiled, "It's okay baby. You'll win, but it won't be tonight so just submit to your husband and CUM NOW."
Olivia gave in and let her orgasm take over and Fitz came to and emptied in her.
They lay there for what seemed like forever. Fitz pulled the covers over them. They got in their normal spooning position.
Fitz finally said, "I meant what I said."
Olivia turned and faced him, "I know you did and I meant what I said as well."
The couple fell asleep knowing that life was good. They enjoyed their weekend. They spent some time with the kids, but they left them alone to catch up. The kids had Skype with the other kid's parents so Olivia talked with all of them a little more. She told them that it was hard for the kids to visit with all of the Secret Service requirements, but the kids could visit them whenever as long as they had enough advanced notice.
As promised the family moved back into the White House. Olivia had decided after speaking with Mellie's staff that she would keep them all. Quinn was her Chief of Staff. Mellie's Chief of Staff became her Assistant. Melissa assured her she had no allegiance to Mellie.
None of the staff cared for Mellie, but working for the White House was a dream for many of them so they sucked it up. They knew who Olivia was. They heard Mellie say nasty things about her, but they knew that it was jealousy. Olivia was a dream to work for. She was tough, but she was fair. More than that she treated them like human beings.
Everyone repeated that about the new First Lady. For the first couple of weeks they were talked about her every news cycle. Olivia held her own. Between her, Quinn, and Melissa they had decided to keep most of the appearances that Mellie had scheduled. She refused to go anywhere for a week because she knew that Mellie was using these appearances as cover for her affairs. They would negotiate that she would go for a day or two at the most.
Olivia & her staff made it clear that she made no promises to continue to support the causes come the new years. She would decide and made them aware before the end of the year what her involvement with the committee, conference, or cause would be.
November was going to be a busy month for the family. The big holidays were coming up. Plans were under way. Fitz had been busy with peace talks, getting veterans more benefits, cutting taxes, and making college education more affordable for everyone.
The kids were busy with school and after-school activities. With all of the security requirements their parents only made plans to attend their tournaments and big events, but the kids always had someone there rooting for them. At least one aunt or uncle was always there to cheer them on and record it for their parents to watch.
Olivia made sure to spend at least three nights a week with them, and she only traveled on the weekend when necessary. Fitz schedule was a little more hectic so he was in and out, but he still spent quality time with them. Sometimes they would come to him.
It was the second week in November. Olivia had been cramping for the last couple of days. When they got back from Greece she had her IUD removed so her periods were irregular and she experienced cramping which is what she chalked this up to be. Although the pain was not this severe. She had been up vomiting half the night.
Fitz & the kids tried to convince her to schedule her appearance at an elementary school in Maryland, but she refused. She said if it was adults she would, but these were kids. Kids don't understand why a stomach ache would keep her away. Also they had rescheduled this visit several times due to Mellie's arrest. Fitz went and got her something for cramps, made her some ginger tea, and got her some saltines. While she by no means felt great she felt better than before.
She assured them she would be fine. Once she was done she would come straight back to the Residence and laid down. She even allowed Fitz to have Quinn to cancel everything for today and tomorrow.
Olivia barely made it through one book before she knew something was really wrong. Hal had called for an ambulance. He saw her face and knew she was in pain. He went over and picked her up and ran her to the ambulance.
Tom was notified. He went in and interrupted his meeting. He told Fitz and Abby that Hal had to take Olivia to the hospital that he felt something was really wrong with her. Tom arranged for Huck & Ethan to get the kids.
Fitz arrived and was immediately taken to speak with the doctor. Dr. Jones was the doctor taking care of his wife.
She said, "President Grant, I don't have a lot of time to talk because I need to get your wife in surgery. Her tests have revealed that she has a ruptured appendix, but your wife is also close to nine weeks pregnant. She said you guys had no idea. She is being prepped. I will have an obstetrician in the O.R. with me. Since she is in the early stages of her pregnancy the surgery should not cause any harm to the fetus, but we have one in the O.R. just in case. I know this is a lot, and I am sorry to sound rushed but Mrs. Grant is in serious pain. If her SSA had not brought her in sooner it could have been worse for her and baby. I promise to come talk with you in more detail after the surgery."
Fitz had tears in her eyes, "Dr. Jones, please bring them back to us. We need her. She is the love of my life. I can't lose her."
Dr. Jones nodded, "She is in excellent hands. Fortunately this is now a common surgery in pregnant woman, and I am confident that as long as nothing else is going on that she will get through this."
Fitz nodded. The doctor left to operate on the First Lady. The kids came into the waiting room. They were crying. He had to break it to everyone that she was in surgery and why. He also had to tell them that she is nine weeks pregnant. They had already taken her up so he didn't get to see her.
He was trying to hold it together for his kids, but seeing them crying and upset made it hard. He felt the same way. Quinn and Abby tended to the kids. Huck & Harrison dealt with Fitz.
Huck grabbed his hand, "It sucked the way you guys found out that you are expecting, but we all know that Liv wants that baby just as much as you if not more. She didn't wait for you to leave you. Both she & that baby are going to be okay. I know you are scared. We all are, but have faith. You know how she is. She has waited too long for this to let it go."
Hal came in the room. He was trying to remain composed, but she was screaming in agony on the way to the hospital. The only thing that kept her half way calm was talking about Fitz and the kids. He still felt like he failed and now he had to face his boss who he failed.
When Hal came in the room he only looked at them for a second before he put his head down in shame. Seeing that made Fitz put his pain aside.
Fitz stood up. Hal looked up and faced him, "President Grant..."
Fitz shook his head. Hal shut up, "You don't get to stand in front of me with your head down. Everyone has told me how you scooped her up and got her here. Her doctor said without your quick actions it could have been worse. You get shot for me and you save my wife from something that could have been fatal. We have always considered you part of our family, and you have more than solidified that today."
The kids got up and hugged Hal. They thanked him for saving their mom. Karen actually called him Uncle Hal when he was just with them.
Karen grabbed his hand, "Thank you Uncle Hal for saving my mom and sibling. I love you very much."
Hal nodded. They went back to their post and waited to see what the outcome would be.
A/N-So yes she is pregnant, but I am not making it easy. What do you think is going to happen? Up next find out if Olivia & the baby pull through. Also the holidays in the White House.
