**Please note that this chapter has adult language and situations. None of the medical jargon discussed in this chapter has any merit so don't take it seriously. I own none of these characters and make no money from this story, it's purely for fun.
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Victoria arrived at SeaTac airport very much worse for wear. Louise met her at baggage claim and immediately whisked her into the waiting car. Victoria had thrown up the entire flight from Anchorage to Seattle and while the trip was a relatively short one, she was drained. Louise and June talked the whole way to the house but Victoria couldn't hear a word they were saying. All she could concentrate on was not throwing up all over herself or the car. Louise passed Victoria a lollipop.
"It's a pregnancy pop, it has ginger in it. It should help with the nausea" said Louise. Victoria opened the lollipop and started to suck on it, although she did feel a little better it wasn't complete relief. They pulled up at the house, Victoria had never been so excited for the end of a car ride in her life. She dragged herself out of the car and opened the front door. June and Louise carried her bags into the house and up to her room where they unpacked them and started a load of laundry. Next they ran Victoria a warm bath and helped her undress and climb in. Victoria laid in the tub with her eyes closed wondering what rabbit hole she'd fallen down where she didn't care that she was taking a bath in front of 2 women. June washed her hair while Louise handed her the puff full of soap so she could wash herself. When the bath was finished they pulled her from the tub and toweled her off. The helped her slip on a comfy pair of pajamas then tucked her into bed.
"Thank you" murmured Victoria. "Will one of you please call Norman and tell him I'm home?"
"Of course" said June. "Just get some rest, we'll talk more in the morning."
Victoria closed her eyes and fell asleep.
Downstairs Louise picked up the phone and dialed the boats SAT phone number. She waited patiently as it dialed, then swore quietly as the call dropped. She dialed again and this time someone on the other end picked up.
"Northwestern, this is Sig."
"Sig, it's Louise. I was just calling to give Norman the message that his wife is home safely."
"How's she doing?" asked Sig.
"She's pretty sick. But that's to be expected, especially with twins" said Louise.
"Keep an eye on her ok?" said Sig.
"We will, you keep an eye on everyone up there and we will take care of everything down here" said Louise.
"Thanks Louise. Is June there?" asked Sig hopefully.
"Yes, just a second" said Louise.
She set the phone down on the counter and went upstairs to retrieve June from Victoria's bedside. June hurried downstairs to talk to Sig before the phone cut out.
"Hi Sig" she said slightly breathless.
"Hi June. How are you?" asked Sig his voice becoming instantly tender.
"I'm good. Although Elf has definitely seen better days" replied June.
"Well I know she's in good hands" said Sig.
"How's the trip going?" asked June.
"We're just heading back out for the second trip we have a few hours before we get to the grounds. Everyone is just resting and prepping" said Sig.
"Take care of yourself. I hope you are eating more than just coffee and chocolate" said June.
"I'm taking care of myself. I ate some of Matt's dinner" said Sig petulantly.
"I love you Sig" said June.
"I love you June. We'll call you when we get back to town" said Sig.
The phone went silent and June knew that Sig had hung up on his side. She cradled the phone to her cheek for a moment before returning it to it's proper place. June poured a glass of water and sat down on one of the kitchen chairs. Louise appeared a moment later and both women smiled sadly at each other before heading out the door.
The next day dawned cold and rainy. Victoria had gotten up to pee twice during the night and she'd just finished visiting the toilet again, this time to throw up. She fought the urge to lean her head on the toilet bowl because she couldn't remember the last time someone cleaned. it. Finally dragging herself out of the bathroom she changed into some sweats and a t-shirt. She walked downstairs and went to put some coffee on then stopped. She shouldn't drink coffee. Sighing she walked to the fridge and pulled it open inspecting the contents. Deciding there was absolutely nothing in the fridge that she wanted to eat she grabbed her purse and keys preparing to go do some grocery shopping. Victoria was halfway to the door before the ringing phone brought her back to the kitchen.
"Hello?" answered Victoria.
"Victoria, it's Louise. Are you up for a visit? June and I have some stuff for you."
"I was just heading out to the grocery store to pick up some food" said Victoria.
"Well make it a quick trip and June and I will meet you at your house" said Louise.
"That sounds fine, I'll see you a little later" said Victoria.
Victoria wandered the aisles of the grocery store putting random things in her cart. She walked down the frozen food aisle and paused in front of the ice cream section. Ice cream was her absolute favorite food but nothing looked even remotely appetizing. In fact the longer she stayed in the ice cream section the more nauseous she seemed to get. Walking into the dairy section she picked up some cheese and then walked over to the meat section. She picked up a stack of steaks and tossed them in the cart. Next she walked into the dried goods aisle and picked up some risotto rice and chicken stock. In the vegetable aisle she get some mushrooms, shallots, garlic, and asparagus. Finally she got a rather decadent chocolate cake mix. When she finally walked out of the grocery store she was loaded and ready to make a delicious dinner at 10 o'clock in the morning.
Louise and June waited anxiously inside the house, they had the teapot out and had brewed decaffeinated tea so Victoria wouldn't feel left out. They heard the key in the lock and watched as Victoria came in loaded with grocery bags.
"Let us help you" said Louise grabbing a bag from Victoria.
Victoria relinquished the bags and allowed June and Louise to bustle her into the kitchen. Once seated they poured her a cup of tea and gave her a small scone. Then they put away all the groceries for her before joining her at the table.
"How are you feeling today?" asked June.
"Much better, thanks for everything you did yesterday" said Victoria.
"Well get use to it, we are going to take good care of you while Norman's away. It's how we fishwives stick together" said Louise with a smile.
"We've got a little basket of goodies for you" said June reaching under the counter.
She set the basket on the counter and motioned for Victoria to take a look. Victoria did just that standing up so she could see everything. There were a variety of crackers, chocolate, some more pregnancy pops, a gift card for a pedicure, and a dildo.
"So I kind of get what everything is for, but the dildo seems a little bit much" said Victoria.
"Well we weren't sure if you already had one" said Louise.
"Actually the gift basket was from before we even knew you were pregnant. We just added the crackers and lollipops. Trust us when we say that you will miss Norman more than you know, especially because you are a newlywed and adding on top of that you're pregnant. That dildo is going to become your best friend" said June.
"Thank you, for such a thoughtful gift" said Victoria.
"I know you don't feel like it now, but eventually the second trimester will hit and you will get your libido back" said Louise knowingly.
"Well, Norman will be home for a while during that time" said Victoria.
"True, but just in case you wear him out you have a back up" said Louise.
Victoria just nodded silently praying that this conversation would end. Thankfully her silent pleas were answered.
"I have the number of my OB" said Louise.
"He's the same one I used, he's great" chimed Louise.
"Definitely worthy of a crush" said Louise with a wink.
"You guys are a little much for me right now" said Victoria.
"I'd call him and make an appointment as soon as possible" said June seriously.
"In fact we'll call now for you" said Louise.
She picked up the phone and made an appointment for the following day. June and Louise stayed for another hour or so and when they finally left Victoria was relieved.
Victoria sat in front of the TV eating her steak, risotto and roasted asparagus while watching Project Runway. She took a sip of milk and sighed, she felt perfectly content. She leaned back on the couch tucking her feet underneath her. She looked down at the t-shirt she was wearing wondering how much longer she'd be able to wear it without her tummy sticking out. She leaned back lifting up her shirt and ran a hand over her stomach. It seemed like it was slightly rounder, but it could just be the angle or the way she was sitting. She stood up and took her dishes to the kitchen to wash them. She walked into the laundry room and pulled out the clothes from the dryer. Carrying them to the TV room she folded them mechanically while watching TV. The last item in the basket was her pink Northwestern sweatshirt. Instead of folding it she slipped it over her head, she thought longingly of Norman and said a prayer asking God to keep everyone safe. She carried the laundry basket upstairs and put away the clothes before climbing into bed. She nuzzled Norman's pillow searching for his scent in the fibers of the sheets. She missed him and although she knew he was coming home it didn't really make her feel any better.
Norman sat in the wheelhouse compulsively smoking one cigarette after another. He wanted to call Victoria but she was probably asleep and he knew she needed her rest. He'd received the update from Sig telling him that Victoria made it home safely and that Louise and June were taking good care of her. Even after assurance of her safety he still wanted to talk to her. He watched the dark sea ahead of him, the weather was crappy and if the wind didn't let up he knew he wasn't going to be able to have a decent conversation without the SAT phone cutting out. He looked out at the starry night and was slightly comforted knowing that Victoria was sleeping under the same star filled sky. His musing were interrupted by Edgar appearing in the wheelhouse.
"Hey what's up?" he asked.
"Nothing, just driving the boat" replied Norman.
"It smells like tobacco row in here" said Edgar.
"I've been smoking, so what?" said Norman defensively.
"Well you should get all the smoking you can in now, because you can't smoke around Victoria and the baby" said Edgar gleefully.
"I know" said Norman.
"And just wait until she gets all emotional and cranky and huge" said Edgar.
"Just stop Edgar" said Norman. "I've got enough on my mind without you adding to it."
"Well get it off your mind. We have a job to do out here. Don't get distracted with shit from home, there is nothing you can do from out here. You have to leave it at the dock" said Edgar sagely.
"I know and I will" said Norman.
Edgar and Norman talked on and off for another few hours until Norman determined that if he wasn't going to call Victoria then he should probably get some sleep. Leaving Edgar at the helm he went to his stateroom to sleep.
Victoria sat in the cold sterile exam room wearing an almost stylish Kimono-style hospital gown. Louise sat in the chair while Victoria perched on the exam room table looking slightly green around the gills. The doctor knocked on the door lightly before walking in.
"Hello I'm doctor Robinson" said the doctor.
Victoria smiled weakly.
"Hi Dr. Rob" said Louise happily.
"Louise, my favorite patient" said Dr. Robinson embracing Louise tenderly.
"Dr. Rob this is my sister in law Victoria" said Louise.
"Hello Victoria, it's nice to meet you. Congratulations on your pregnancy. Please call me Dr. Rob" said Dr. Rob.
"Thank you, Dr. Rob" said Victoria.
"Now, I got your records from the front desk and took a look at the ultrasound pictures that you brought in and everything looks good with the babies" said Dr. Rob.
"I'm going to do another ultrasound today so I can double check and we will listen to the heartbeats."
"Ok" said Victoria.
"You seem a little overwhelmed. I take it this wasn't a planned pregnancy" said Dr. Rob.
"No, I was taking birth control pills the whole time" said Victoria.
"Although rare, that occasionally does happen" said Dr. Rob.
"It's been a little much to adjust to, you know going from thinking you are safe from becoming pregnant to being pregnant with twins" said Victoria quietly.
"Anyone having twins is overwhelmed, even those trying to have babies" said Dr. Rob.
Victoria managed a weak smile then dabbed a few tears from her cheeks. Louise stood up and crossed the room giving Victoria a gentle hug before resuming her seat.
"Now, lets get the exam started" said Dr. Rob.
A nurse came in as the standby and Dr. Rob carefully measured the belly marking the number on a chart. Next he pulled out the fetal heart monitor then squirted a bit of jelly on it and then went to place it on Victoria's belly.
"Wait, do you mind if I try to call Norman?" asked Victoria suddenly.
"Go right ahead" said Dr. Rob.
"Oh Victoria, they are fishing" said Louise.
"I know, but I think he'd want to hear it" said Victoria firmly.
Louise passed Victoria her cell phone. Victoria dialed the the number and waited anxiously for an answer.
"Northwestern" said Sig.
"Sig, it's Victoria."
"Elf, is everything ok?" asked Sig.
"Yeah, is Norman around?" asked Victoria hopefully.
"He's out on deck, we are just running between pots" said Sig.
"Can you do me a favor and hold the phone up to the hailer? I have something I want all of your to hear" said Victoria.
"Ok" said Sig. "Ready when you are."
Victoria nodded to the doctor who turned up the fetal monitor as loud as it would go. Suddenly the exam room was filled with the sounds of whooshing.
On the deck of the Northwestern the whooshing sounds echoed on the deck causing everyone to look warily up at the speakers positioned around the deck.
"What the hell is that?" asked Jake.
"That my friend is, if I"m not mistaken, the sounds of Norman's little babies heartbeats" replied Edgar.
Norman was gone in a flash, up the stairs and into the wheelhouse in an instant. He grabbed the SAT phone from Sig.
"Victoria?" he called.
"Hi Norman" said Victoria her voice watery.
"Is that the sounds of our babies?" asked Norman.
"Yes, isn't it beautiful." said Victoria.
"The most beautiful sound I've ever heard" said Norman.
They listened to the sound of the heartbeats for another minute before the doctor took the monitor away.
"Norman, I love you. Stay safe and come home soon" said Victoria.
"It's so good to hear your voice and know you are ok" said Norman.
"I'm fine, Louise and June are taking good care of me" said Victoria.
"Norman has to get back to work the buoys are off the bow" said Sig in the background.
"I love you" said Victoria
"I love you too" said Norman.
"I love you too Victoria" mimicked Sig. "Over and out."
Victoria hugged the phone to her chest throughout the rest of the exam. The doctor pronounced the twins in perfect health and printed out some more pictures for Victoria to take home. Her next appointment was in a month, which if all things went well would be attended by herself and Norman.
Driving home in the car Louise gushed about how dreamy Dr. Robinson was. She talked about how understanding he would be, how he probably treated his wife as a gift instead of a nagging baby machine.
"He's very good looking" said Victoria. "But honestly he probably has no interest in sex."
"Why would you say that?" asked Louise.
"Well he sees vaginas all day and you think he wants to go home and see another one" said Victoria.
"Yes, but he doesn't have sex with all the vaginas he sees at work" said Louise.
"I'm just saying I've never heard any of the guys ask for crab as their first meal when they get back to dry land" said Victoria.
"Don't ruin the fantasy for me" said Louise.
"Ok, he's probably a magnificent lover who really knows how to eat a pussy" said Victoria.
"Damn straight" said Louise.
Victoria just rolled her eyes and bit her lip to stop herself from saying anything else.
"Louise, do you think we could stop at a bookstore on the way home? I want to pick up some books on pregnancy" said Victoria.
"Of course, although I bet between June and I we can give you quite a selection" said Louise.
"I just want to look at them, maybe get a pregnancy memory book" said Victoria.
"Of course, I understand" said Louise.
The pair drove to a bookstore and spent the next few hours browsing the shelves.
Victoria arrived home later with a bag full of books. She started to unpack them then abandoned the task in order to make herself something to eat. Her meals for one had never been this fancy but she really felt like it was dinner for 3 although not with big portions. She would never dine alone she thought as she patted her belly. After dinner she pulled out one of the books she'd bought and started to read. After a few minutes she got up to get a notebook and a pen. She took notes the rest of the evening as she went slowly through the book. Finally when her eyes started to close on their own she went upstairs to bed.
King Crab season was an overall success, the boat had gotten their quota and everyone had returned safely. The boat was safely moored in Dutch and the crew was headed back home to their families in time for the holiday season. Sig scowled as the crew walked through SeaTac.
"It looks like Christmas threw up in here" he grumped.
"It sure does" said Edgar. "It makes me wonder if my first weekend home is going to be spent hanging Christmas lights."
"So who's picking us up?" asked Norman.
"I'm sure Elf will be here" said Sig.
"That's not what I asked and you know it" said Norman.
"June is coming" said Sig.
The guys walked out through the baggage claim doors with duffle bags in hand. Edgar was the first to see Victoria.
"Hey Norm, your wife has gotten really fat" said Edgar teasingly.
Norman saw her the second Edgar had said wife. Victoria looked the same as ever only she had a round little bump in the front. Victoria saw Norman and she immediately ran over to him taking a bit of a jump right into his arms. Their lips met in a gnashing of teeth and gums.
"Ok you two, lets take this somewhere else before the clothes start coming off" said Sig.
Edgar picked up Norman's bag since his hands were full. Norman carried Victoria all the way to the car carefully putting her down in the back before climbing in next to her. He couldn't believe how beautiful she looked and how great she smelled and how he was going to fuck her until neither of them could move when they got home. June seemed to sense the urgency of their mutual need and took pity on them by dropping them off first. Norman and Victoria thanked everyone and said their hasty goodbyes before all but running to the front door.
"I bet they don't even make it to the living room" said Edgar.
"I bet they don't remember to close the front door" said Sig.
Victoria and Norman made it to the first scrap of carpet they came upon, which happened to be in the corner of the living room. Their coupling was frantic and over practically before it started. Once the edge was worn off they were able to half dress and make their way to the bedroom. Once inside Norman tenderly undressed Victoria properly taking special interest in her blooming stomach before moving lower. He sucked and licked Victoria with abandon, savoring her taste and making her scream. Victoria tugged violently on his hair and Norman took that to mean that she was ready for more. He climbed up her body taking care to drop a few kisses on her breasts before sheathing himself in one thrust. The feeling was wonderful, she was tight and wet, just as he remembered her only she was softer, more rounded, more feminine. Norman's thrusts started to speed as he felt Victoria flutter around him. As she squeezed him with the vice like grip of orgasm he succumbed flooding her. Norman collapsed on the side of her before carefully laying his hand on her stomach. Her skin was flushed and sweaty.
"Are you ok?" asked Norman breathily.
"Yes, that was just what I needed" said Victoria stretching luxuriously.
"I've missed you so much. I don't know how I'm going to leave you for Opies" said Norman.
"That's still a while off so lets not think about it now" said Victoria leaning over to give Norman a kiss.
He deepened it letting his hands caress her body. He lowered his head to her breasts taking a nipple in his mouth and gently sucking at it. His other hand twisted and pulled at her other nipple. Victoria tilted her pelvis showing Norman what she really wanted. His hands drifted down to her center, stroking her until she shuddered and came. Victoria's hand wandered down Norman's body tugging at his exhausted penis.
"Victoria, you are going to be the death of me" said Norman tiredly.
"It will be a wonderful way to go" said Victoria.
"I can't yet" said Norman sadly.
"How about I let you use something on me" said Victoria mischievously.
Norman cocked an eye brow then nodded hesitantly. Victoria leaned over and pulled out the dildo she'd been given.
"Where did you get that?" asked Norman.
"Louise and June gave it to me" said Victoria. "I think it needs batteries."
Norman picked up the dildo testing it's weight and size in his hand.
"Don't get too use to holding one of those" said Victoria teasingly.
"Be nice or I won't use it on you" said Norman.
"I'll be good. I'm always good" said Victoria. "But sometimes I need a little reminder."
She turned around and presented her bottom to Norman. He sat up and gave her a slap on the ass.
"I've got your reminder right here" said Norman spanking her in earnest. He tossed the dildo to the side and entered her again from behind. Victoria moaned indecently and pushed herself back meeting him thrust for thrust. This time it was Victoria who tired first, Norman switched positions so she could lay down and he continued to pound into her until he finally reached his peak. Victoria moaned quietly and rolled onto her side. Norman was instantly alert.
"What's wrong? Are you ok?" he asked worriedly.
"Fine, just tired and a little sore. I'm not going to be able to walk right for a week" said Victoria with a smile.
Norman smiled and spooned her laying his hand protectively over her belly.
Norman played the doting husband while he was home for the holidays. He went to Victoria's appointments and rubbed her feet. Although Victoria didn't have many strange requests she did seem to be making ridiculously complicated meals. In fact one night Sig, June and Alexis came over for dinner and Victoria had made Peking Duck. Sig and June raved about the delicious dinner then both expressed concern Norman about Victoria's cooking.
"It must have taken her hours to make all this. She should be resting. You should be cooking for her" said June.
"She wants to cook, it's really become a passion" explained Norman.
"I suggest you bone up on all the take out places that serve food like this, because if she's craving it and she's not willing to cook you better be able to find it" warned Sig.
In fact the advice from everyone kept on flowing until Norman and the rest of the crew were headed back up to Dutch for Opie. In the month he'd been home Victoria had grown slightly rounder, she was 20 weeks along and halfway through her pregnancy. Norman hated to leave her but he had to. Victoria had told him she understood and she hoped he'd make it home in time for the babies birthday. Her ultrasound was in a few more weeks and she and Norman were both excited to find out the sex of the babies. With a few final kisses they said goodbye before going their separate ways Norman to his plane to Dutch and Victoria back to an empty house.