Chapter Thirty Seven

Arden POV:

Last night had been a rough night to say the least. I was either freezing cold or burning hot. I got up three times to throw up. But Parker was with me every step of the way and I was so thankful for him. We were on our way to the hospital to meet Oliver and tell Skylar that I was pregnant. I was so nervous but having Parker with me was definitely calming my nerves. We walked into the room and Skylar had Oliver in his arms. He was so cute. I went over and hugged Kelly, and I looked over at Skylar and realized that he took a seat. I took a deep breath and just went for it.

"So, we actually came here for another reason besides meeting Oliver."

"Oh really?" Skylar said. "What's up sis?"

"Well, I'm pregnant." He instantly paled but couldn't do anything because he was holding Oliver, which I was very grateful for. It was silent for a couple minutes before Kelly spoke.

"How far along are you?"

"About three weeks."

"Do mom and dad know?" Skylar finally said.

"Yes. I told them last night."

"Jackson and Landon?"

"Yes. Also told them last night."

"So am I the last to know?"

"No, McKenzie doesn't know, and the twins are too little."

"And you're going to stay with her?" He directed his question to Parker.

"Yes. I actually moved in to Arden's room last night. I got kicked out for refusing to get rid of the baby."

"Wow. Good for you for standing up for your family. Make sure you take care of her. Especially at school. It's going to be a nightmare Arden. I hope you know that."

"I do, but I have Parker, and Jackson and Landon, and I have thick skin. I know how I handle myself. Although, these hormones might be the death of me."

"Oh my god, I know what you mean. I was a blubbering idiot when I was pregnant with Oliver. I cried during Finding Nemo because Dory couldn't remember." Skylar laughed.

"It's true. She was sobbing."

"I couldn't help it. I was so sad." Kelly laughed and it made me feel better.

"So you don't hate me Sky?"

"I could never hate you Arden. I'm shocked, yes, but you're my baby sis and I am here for you."

"I love you Skylar."

"I love you too Arden, now would you like to hold your nephew?" I beamed and nodded quickly. He handed Oliver over to me and he was just the most precious thing in the world. I made me more excited for my own and I knew the Parker was excited as well.

Time Jump- Gender Reveal To Parker

Clary POV:

Arden and I had just gotten back from the doctor where we found out the sex of the baby. We planned a family get together to reveal it. Parker wanted to be surprised so he didn't come to this appointment. Arden and I had stopped to get the supplies we needed. We were finally going to turn Skylar's room into a nursery. We got all the pain we needed. The reveal was going to be Parker opening a can a painted. It wasn't very spectacular, but it was enough, and after that we were all going to pain the room that color. We got him and took the paint up to the nursery where everyone was waiting. Arden walked over to Parker and put a can of paint in front of him. He took a deep breath before he opened that can. He looked at Arden and with wide eyes and a huge smile.

"Well, are you going to tell the rest of us?" Jackson asked. Arden looked at Parker and nodded before he spoke.

"It's a girl." Parker said before he scooped Arden up into a hug.

"Great, now we have to worry about this one too." Jackson said, and everyone laughed.

"Don't worry, I think I'm going to be worrying enough for everyone. How do you do it Jace? Four girls?"

"Well, one of them is in the position every father always fear, one is 13 and not interested in boys whatsoever and the other 2 are almost 2, I have a awhile before I have to worry about those two." We laughed hearing the lightness in Jace's voice.

"Alright, everyone grab a brush and start painting. Except you Arden, paint fumes aren't good for the baby. Go downstairs and watch the twins with McKenzie." She nodded and headed down stairs after kissing Parker goodbye.

"Man, a girl. I am not prepared for this."

"Don't worry Parker, girls aren't has complicated as you think they are. All of mine were complete daddy girls, and I imagine yours will be the same. They are the sweetest, there is nothing to worry about." Parker nodded and I couldn't help but feel so much pride for the way Jace was handling everything. He always knew the right thing to say, and I didn't think I could ever fall more in love with him, but he surprises me every single day.