The babies were now all two weeks old. All three mothers were doing as well as to be expected and the same could be said for six out of seven babies. Liam was still struggling but that was to be expected. Eliana had decided for the sake of Destiny to have a relationship with Jared. Even if they were only friends. She wanted her daughter to have a daddy and not just an Uncle Jared who happened to be responsible for her existence. Holly was battling postpartum depression but was on medication and receiving psychiatric care. Tony and Ziva were presently staying in a hotel with Jackson, waiting for the other three to improve. Though he was not a new parent and would not be for quite some time, if ever. Nate was adjusting to his new life as well...

Nate tapped his foot against the base of the mahogany desk. He looked up at the banner that hung on the wall, in front of him. "The Georgetown Hoyas!" It read, with a picture of Jack the bulldog on the left side. He looked down at his hands, he had his father's hands. Speaking of his father. How on Earth was he supposed to tell his father that now only was he gay, but he was also transferring from Ohio State to Georgetown? His father bled scarlet and gray. It was his proudest moment when Nate announced that he would be attending OSU. Nate had adored his semester and a half at Ohio State but now that the babies were here. Now that Holly had postpartum depression and Liam was so sick, and now that he was dating Sean. He wanted to be back in DC and closer to home.

"Good afternoon Nathan, I am Dr. Kingston." Dr. Kingston introduced.

"Good afternoon sir." Nate replied.

"Is there any reason why you would like to transfer to Georgetown?" Dr. Kingston asked.

"Yes, my half brother has some serious health problems and my older half sister has postpartum depression. Besides them I have four nieces and nephews and four new half siblings. I really want to be close by. So I can help my pares and sisters out. Less importantly my boyfriend goes here." Nate explained.

"Well that is very noble of you." Dr. Kingston replied.

"Thank you" Nate replied.

"Now I have been reviewing your transcripts and we would be very proud to have you join us beginning with the spring semester." Dr. Kingston replied.

"Really?" Nate asked.

"Yes, now you are wait listed but you can attend community college and reapply next year if it does not work out." Dr. Kingston explained.

"That sounds great" Nate replied.

"And anyone can take our online courses." Dr. Kingston reminded.

"Excellent" Nate replied, standing and shaking Dr. Kingston's hand.

"And Nathan?" Dr. Kingston called.

"Yes, sir?" Nate asked.

"Good luck with your family. You are a good kid." Dr. Kingston replied.

"Thanks" Nate replied.

Eliana hung up her phone and placed it on the table. She absolutely despised cellphones but now that she had a baby. She pretty much needed it all the time. People were always calling to check on Destiny and she regularly depended on Jared to make a pick stuff up after work. She was also taking more pictures than she once had and had even started using her Facebook for more than keeping tabs on the restaurants she enjoyed and the friends who had moved far away. She was now using her account to keep her family and friends updated on Destiny and to post the latest pictures of her daughter. Though she did check daily to ensure her account was still only visible to her friends. Being a mother had completely changed her life but she did not mind any of it. When the front door open she was relieved to see Jared walk through the door carrying a To Go box from her favorite vegan place. As well as a bag from Popeye's for himself.

"Sorry, I'm late. It took forever to get my wings." Jared apologized.

"How can you eat that stuff?" Eliana questioned.

"Because I do not mind being a stereotype." Jared replied.

"I mean meat in general? How can you feast on the flesh of what was once a living creature? I mean what if somebody took you from your home, shoved you in a truck, slaughtered you, sent your corpse to a plant, froze you, and shipped you to a restaurant. Where you were fried, then eaten, and dipped in mustard?" Eliana questioned.

"Well I'd be dead." Jared reminded.

"It's just gross, OK?!" Eliana snapped.

"Sorry I will eat in my car." Jared apologized, handing Eliana her lunch.

"No I already saw it. Just don't go getting our daughter eating that garbage." Eliana warned.

"You know you really need meat if you want her to be healthy." Jared remarked.

"I have a diet approved by a nutritionist. As long as you know what you are doing you can be a vegan and still nourish a child. Remember that Kayla's fiancee has celiacs and they have to eat a mostly vegan diet." Eliana reminded.

"I still think it's silly." Jared retorted.

"Well I think meat is silly." Eliana shot back

"Silly delicious" Jared murmured turning to leave the room.

"I heard that!" Eliana called.

Holly studied the pair of pills that she held, cupped in her hand. She hated that she had to be on anti depressants but she knew that she needed them. If she wanted to be able to care for her children. She needed the medication. It had been about a week and a half since she had been diagnosed with postpartum depression and she was still struggling to accept that this was happening to her. She had been fine with Noah. She was a little weepy and had hair trigger emotions but that was to be expected. With the twins however she could barely function. It didn't help that Timmy was so cranky. He was starting to calm down but he was still a challenge. Chris had been amazing through everything. He had taken her to the doctor and helped her get treatment. He had also stepped up a great deal with the twins and Noah. She didn't know what she would do when his paternity leave was up. Hopefully things would be evened out by then. Her dad and Ziva were amazing as well. They couldn't help much with three babies in the hospital but they offered support and her dad had talked to her about her mom. As it turned out Kate had, had a terrible time after the Holly and Noah were born. So severe that she nearly ended up being put in the hospital. That is a big part of why they never had anymore children after the twins. Knowing that made Holly miss her mom even more. Ziva was great but she was not having severe postpartum issues with her babies and she had not given birth before that. Delilah was helpful and so was Abby but Holly wanted her mom. She swallowed the pills but she must have waited too long. Because she ended up bursting into tears.

"Hol, what's wrong?" Chris asked.

"I miss my mom. She would understand me. Ziva is great but she's never dealt with this. Abby and Delilah are great too but they aren't my mom. They aren't even my step mom." Holly explained.

"Maybe this will cheer you up." Chris suggested, placing a DVD in her hand.

"I don't feel like watching a movie." Holly commented.

"No it's one of your mom's tapes. You dad converted them to DVD's remember?" Chris asked.

"Oh yeah" Holly replied.

"Well one of the videos your mom made was about dealing with postpartum depression. I found it this morning and I hope it helps." Chris explained.

"This is so amazing." Holly sniffed.

"I know" Chris replied, embracing his wife.

It was a big day for Tony and Ziva. They could finally return home. They had spent the past week and a half in a hotel. All four babies required a certain degree of attention and it was just easier to stay in the hotel. Until at least two were cleared to come home. Jack had been good to go since the second day following his birth but Tony and Ziva wanted to be sure he was well before bringing him home. They were being sure to bond with their eldest quadruplet, before having to devote most of their time to the two who remained in the hospital. Talia had finally been declared fit to come home that morning. She was up to five pounds and her breathing had improved. Gavriella would likely be the next baby able to come home. She was now up to four pounds and was breathing on her own. The doctors said they may release her a little before five pounds. So long as she continued to thrive and do well with feeds. In either case the doctors were sure she would be home before turning a month old. Liam on the other hand was a different story. He had improved from the first days of his life. Where he was barely holding on but he still had a long way to go. He was still dependent on the vent and his kidney function was disturbingly low. The doctors still were not certain if he would survive or not and had advised Tony and Ziva to be prepared. Still Tony had faith that his son would beat the odds. Tony and Ziva gave the two smaller quads a nice snuggle and then prepared Talia to come home. They dressed her in onsie that read "I'm Coming Home" and a pair of pink booties. The nurse lifted her out of the crib and Tony fastened her into the car-seat. He carried her down. Upon exiting the hospital the couple was greeted by Gibbs. Who was waiting with the car and Jackson.

"You ready to go home?" Tony asked, his largest babies as Talia was fastened in and Jack's buckle was double checked.

"I am so glad that you two are well and I cannot wait until your brother and sister are well enough to join us." Ziva added.

"How are they?" Gibbs asked.

"Talia is doing great. She gained half an ounce last night and I think she wants out. She is defiantly Tony's daughter. Liam on the other hand is about the same." Ziva explained.

"At least he's' hold on." Gibbs remarked.

"Isn't that the truth." Tony replied, climbing into the car and closing the door behind him.

A/N: Things are finally turning around for the family. Though Liam still does have a long way before he is going to be OK. New chapter will be up soon. Please review and thanks for reading.