Chapter 38

"Well, all in all, I think this was a pleasant evening," said Nobu as he helped Sachi and Kyo into their car.

"Yeah," said Kyo, a little disturbed.

"Still a little uncertain Uncle Kyo?" Haruhi asked poking her head into the car.

"Well yeah, but the idea that Namiko may get an heirloom wedding kimono is very exciting!" Kyo said shivering with delight.

"Don't worry Haruhi, he'll be fine," Nobu assured her as he gently pulled Haruhi away and shut the door. He smiled at Haruhi.

"I have a good feeling about both of you. Both of your futures seem to be bright."

Thanks Uncle Nobu," Haruhi said giving him a small hug before walking off with Tamaki.

Hanako and Kyoya were waiting by their car.

"It's so nice how well the Fujioka's get along," said Hanako.

"Well, most of the time," Kyoya said. Hanako rubbed her belly.

"You're lucky for now, you don't have any siblings yet," she said.

"You say that like it's a good thing," Hikaru and Kaoru called out from their car.

"Given the current circumstances, it just might," said Kyoya.

"To each their own I say," Tomomi said.

"Come on Tomo-Chan, we can get some extra cake on the ride home for your family," said Hunny.

"You sure know how to warm my family over huh?" Tomomi giggled.

"Takashi, are you going to wait here for Lim-Chan to get done with the reunion?" Hunny asked his big cousin.

"Maybe wait, maybe come back later," Mori said as he leaned on his car.

"Well take care," said Hunny.

"Oh, Tomomi, wait!" Sachi suddenly called from her car. "I just called from my sister, the hydrangeas your mother ordered came in. Would you like to swing by the shop and pick them up for her?"

Tomomi looked at Hunny.

"Sure we can!" Hunny assured, "you can go with them and then I'll pick you up from the shop after I pick up some cakes."

"Okay, sure," said Tomomi as she walked over to the Fujioka's car.

Nobu opened the door for her and they took off.

Immediately there was a little tension in the car. Tomomi looked at the two men in the front seats.

"So, I wonder if the new baby will ever meet a man as interesting as Ritsu," Tomomi finally said.

"Well, I kind of hope she keeps it simple," said Nobu, "less crazy parties like that."

"Oh please, this girl's bound to Ouran as well, you know it. And she'll be swpet up by a rich man quicker than you can blink!" said Kyo.

Sachi groaned.

"You know you want that, don't deny it," she said.

"Well," Both Nobu and Kyo sputtered.

"So what's with you and that little guy?" Sachi asked Tomomi.

"We're kind of dating. He gave me a nice gold bracelet," said Tomomi.

"How nice of him," Kyo said suddenly getting a little cold again.

"Yes, I'm sure you'll be quite the envy of your friends at school," said Nobu, also cold.

"Actually, I didn't tell anyone at school. I only told Hanako and you know she's not one to brag," said Tomomi.

"You mean Ami and Hoshiko don't know about it?" Nobu asked.

"I don't see how, I don't talk to them that much anymore. In fact most people don't talk to me since I hang out with Hanako so much and they see me practically as pregnant as well," said Tomomi.

"Oh," said both men surprised.

"That's too bad," said Sachi.

"That's probably how Namiko felt a lot at school as the only kid with gay parents and really needed a real friend instead of people just hanging out with her to be seen," said Tomomi softl.

"Now don't be like that," said Nobu, "I remember all the times you'd be locked up in Namiko's room, all giggling about something and yelling at us to get out since it's girls only."

"Doing your nails together, trying on clothes," Kyo added, "stuff like that you can't fake all the way."

"Right," said Tomomi.

"You're a good person Tomomi, just sometimes we got lost and confused about stuff," said Sachi, "right guys?"

"Right," Both men agreed.

Soon they pulled up to Sachi's flower shop.

"I'll call you guys later," Sachi said as she and Tomomi got out.

"Do you want us to stay until the little guy shows up?" Nobu asked.

"Nah, it's late, you're tired, just go home for now," Sachi insisted as she shut her door and led Tomomi to the store door.

"Just take a second," Sachi told Tomomi as she headed to the back of the store.

"Are you sure you didn't want them to wait?" Tomomi asked.

"Nah, I don't need them around me 24/7 like they were with Namiko," Sachi called from the back, "this baby isn't due quite so soon."

"Do you want a ride home from Hunny when he gets here?" Tomomi asked.

"I don't see why, my apartment is located right behind the shop," said Sachi as she came out with the flowers and handed them to Tomomi.

"Thanks, Mom will be thrilled to get these," Tomomi said with delight.

"No problem," said Sachi, only to suddenly take a deep breath.

"Are you okay?" Tomomi asked.

"Just a little stomach ache. Must have been something I ate at the reunion," said Sachi only to take a deep breath again.

"Uh, Ma'am, no offense or anything but I think something else is going. My mom acted like that a little when she went into labor," said Tomomi.

"No, no," Sachi brushed it off, "I remember how I was when I went into labor with Namiko and it wasn't like this."

"Are you sure?" Tomomi asked as she walked back over to the woman and helped her to sit down behind the counter.

Sachi leaned over on her chair, placing a gentle hand on her belly. 'Am I?" She asked herself. "It could just be Braxton Hicks."

"Braxton... Hicks?" Tomomi asked.

"Oh right... Braxton Hicks are false contractions that are to prepare your body for labor."

"Oh..." Tomomi said. She looked at the woman and thought she may have been right, until she saw the wet puddle around Sachi's legs along with a loud gasp. "I'm going to call Namiko's parents!" She said, frantically searching for her phone.

The dial tone rang three times before Kyo answered. "Hello?"

"Hello Mr. Fujioka, it is Tomomi. Sorry to call so late."

"Oh no dear, it is alright. Is everything alright? You sound shaken up."

"I am. Ms. Sachi's water just broke. She's in labor. We are at her shop still."

"Oh my! We'll be right there!"

Namiko ran around Ritsu's room, dressing back into her day clothing.

Looking at Ritsu, he nodded at her as they booked it out the door, seeing her Dad's car outside.

"Hey Namiko, Hey Ritsu."

"Is Sachi okay?!" Namiko asked, her voice frantic.

Nobu nodded. "Yes, Dad-K is there with her right now. Lucky Tomomi was with Sachi at the shop or else Sachi would have had to make the call herself.

"Tomomi?" Namiko asked.

"Yes. Tomomi's mom had made a flower order so Tomomi was going to pick it up from her on the way home, but Sachi's water broke while Tomomi was there with her. Tomomi is at the hospital with her mother."

With haste, Nobu drove and as soon as they parked they all ran to the lobby, asking for Sachi's room.

Once they made it to the 4th floor, Namiko saw Tomomi, her mother and Hunny all there. Namiko wasted no time in sweeping her into a huge hug.

"Thank you so much Tomomi! No more anger whatsoever! I completely forgive you. You've made sure my mom is here safe!"

Tomomi couldn't help the happiness she felt. "You're very welcome Namiko!"

Namiko and Tomomi held that embrace for a long while before releasing.

"Is she okay?"

Nobu shrugged. "As far as I know, the doctor is checking her and then they will be giving her a room. Once she has a room, we can visit her."

"Has anyone called Haruhi or Uncle Ranka?" Namiko asked.

"Oh no, not yet. Would you mind calling her dear?"

Before he even had to ask, Namiko had her phone out.

Haruhi and Tamaki were sitting in Kyoya and Hanako's living room, Kyoya making everyone tea as thanks for giving them a ride home.

"So, how much longer do you have to go?" Tamaki asked as he politely placed one hand on Hanako's large stomach.

Hanako smiled, "I'm at seven and a half months right now. Once I'm at eight months, it is only a matter of time."

"Oh it will be so exciting. I can't wait to meet mon ami's son!" Tamaki cheered.

"We are as well, though I hope the baby will wait long enough that it is fully developed." Kyoya said, bringing the cups to the table.

"Yes, that would be favorable." Haruhi agreed.

As they sipped their tea, Haruhi's phone began to ring.

"Oh sorry everyone. It's Namiko. Must be important if it is this late." She said before flipping her phone open. "Hello?"

"Haruhi! Thank god! I'm so sorry I'm calling right now, but Sachi, my birth mother she is in labor right now. I figured you'd want to know."

"Sachi's in labor?!" Haruhi asked, shocked.

Hanako, Kyoya, and Tamaki all look up shocked.

"Okay! Tamaki and I will be there soon!"

"Wait! Can we go as well?" Hanako asked.

"I heard her, if they'd like to, they are welcome." Namiko said just before she hung up.

"She hung up, I think they may have gotten Ms. Sachi a room. You want to go as well?" Haruhi asked.

Kyoya looked at her as well.

"Well, I know I won't be in the room or anything, but I feel like it could give me insight on what to expect for my labor."

"That is a good idea." Kyoya admitted. "I just hope it doesn't scare you."

"Scare me?"

He nodded. "The pain that will come with labor. Because it is the first pregnancy for you, the labor will most likely be a bit longer."

She shrugged. "I mean, I might be nervous, but I know that it is something I should see, if I'm able."

"Alright, if you're sure, let's go!" Haruhi said, finishing her tea before leaving her cup on the counter next to the sink, the others following suit.

Upon Haruhi, Tamaki, Kyoya, and Hanako's arrival, Namiko was found waiting for them.

Namiko smiled as she spotted Hanako, giving her a big, yet gentle, hug. "I can't believe it. She's on her way! I'm sorry though."

Hanako tilted her head to the side. "Why?"

"I've pretty much, even though it wasn't my doing, ended up making this whole day about me." Namiko said, looking apologetic.

"Well, this was supposed to be your big moment with Ritsu and his family," said Haruhi.

Kyoya shook his head. "There was no way this could have been predicted. Hanako wanted to come so that she could understand and get a glimpse of what her labor may be like."

"Well I wanted to support you as well, but I felt this could be good for me to see too."

Namiko nodded. "Actually, Sachi was talking to us and well... I'll let her suggest it to you." She said, gesturing the group to follow as they went to an elevator to the fourth floor.

"So, how far along is she?" Haruhi asked.

"The doctors said she is progressing very fast, but it is most likely because she's had me before. She came here about three hours ago and they said she has already dilated to four centimeters. They said that she should be able to give birth to the baby before sunrise. It is so exciting."

"I'll wait here in the lobby for my dad," said Haruhi.

"No you go ahead Haru-Chan, Tomo-Chan and her mother will wait for him. You go ahead," said Hunny.

"Thanks Hunny-Senpai," said Haruhi as she ventured on with everyone.

Once they reached the room, Namiko walked in first.

"Hey mom. Haruhi, Hanako, and their boyfriends have come to visit you. I know you mentioned wanting to speak to Hanako."

Sachi nodded, her expression pained as she waved at Hanako to enter. "Hello."

Tamaki and Kyoya waved politely before sitting with the others while Namiko, Haruhi, and Hanako walked over to the bed that Sachi was resting in.

"Hello Sachi, how are you feeling?" Haruhi asked.

"I'm good. It isn't so bad like the first time."

"That is good." Haruhi said, moving aside to allow space for Hanako.

"Hanako, I wanted to offer something."

Hanako nodded, her expression unsure.

"I was wondering if you wanted to be in the room during the delivery. I was thinking with your child will be your first, it may allow you to experience this."

Hanako looked at Sachi, her expression now holding admiration for the woman's thought and concern for her. "If it wouldn't burden you-"

"If it would have been a burden, I would have never offered." Sachi said, smirking.

Hanako nodded. "I would be most grateful ma'am."

"You're wel-oh!" Sachi took a deep breath, "oh!" she moaned.

"Oh dear, the contractions are getting closer!" Nobu cried.

"Nobu, we've discussed this, it's a good thing, remember?" Sachi said as calmly as she could.

"Why don't we step out for a little while so you can rest up some more?" Kyoya suggested.

"Good idea," said Haruhi, "guess we'll see you again when the baby gets here."

"Thanks Haruhi, give love to your dad. He's going to be the highly devoted uncle again, I'm sure," said Kyo.

"And just think, this means I'll be an uncle twice!" Tamaki said with glee as he Haruhi and Kyoya walked down the hallway.

THWAKE!

Tamaki moaned in pain as he stumbled around.

"There is no way in hell that I am sharing my new niece with you!" Ranka declared still clenching his purse.

"Mr. Fujioka, calm down!" Mrs. Shoukan insisted, "you're in a hospital for god sakes! Babies are being born in here. Don't let them come in on a negative note!"

"You're right, sorry," said Ranka as he took a seat, "I'm still not sharing her with you!"

Tamaki whimpered.

Kyoya and Haruhi shook their heads as they wondered over to some empty chairs.

"You okay?" Haruhi asked Kyoya.

"Just tired, a little frustrated, but nothing I can't handle," said Kyoya.

"You thinking about what it'll be like when Hanako gives birth?" Haruhi asked.

"A little yes," Kyoya admitted, "once the baby arrives things will be for real. Less free time, less quiet time, less sanity." He tapped his lips with his fingers. "I should have been safer when I made love to Hanako on that trip. I should have made really sure we were both protected. Our baby should have been planned out more like this one. They had to plan it out, they had to make sure they were ready. No mistakes with them."

"You shouldn't call your son a mistake Kyoya," Haruhi said.

"You're right, he is no mistake," Kyoya agreed. "I just wish it could have happened under better circumstances.

Just then everyone heard a siren ringing out.

"CODE BLUE! CODE BLUE!"

"Kyoya, is that a good thing or a bad thing?" Tamaki asked worried.

"Depends," said Kyoya, "in any case, it means something serious is about to happen."

"Like what?" Tomomi said as they saw a few doctors hurrying past and over to Sachi's room. Soon they were rolling Sachi out on her bed, still doing her breathing and pushed down the hallway towards two big silver doors.

"Is this it?" Ranak asked purposely out loud.

"Oh yes this it!" everybody heard his brother call back as he, Nobu, Namiko and Hanako hurried after Sachi's bed.

Namiko, Hanako, Kyo, and Nobu were all in the room, Namiko and Hanako a little bit away, but still able to witness everything.

Once Sachi's feet were placed upon the stirrups, the delivery had begun.

The sounds of pain from Sachi sent chills down Hanako's body. Was this what she would experience? Could she experience worse?

She bit her lip, placing a hand on her stomach, rubbing it as she could feel her baby boy moving around. Could he sense her unease?

Namiko looked at her, smiling nervously, rubbing Hanako's back, "It's okay. Whoever you want to have there for you, we will be there."

Feeling a sense of relief, Hanako nodded in thanks to Namiko.

The delivery itself took a while, almost an hour, but it seemed to take longer.

"Okay, only one more push and I should have this baby out!" The doctor promised, smiling at Sachi.

Sachi nodded, her face sweating as she pushed harder than ever before.

With a loud groan and a sigh of relief, a newborns cry filled the room.

Kyo and Nobu had tears rolling down their faces as the doctor placed the baby on Sachi's chest, cleaning the infant's prominent body parts.

"Oh! She's so beautiful!" Nobu sobbed, watching as the doctors aided the birth of the placenta before allowing Nobu to cut the cord.

Once the cord was cut, the baby's cries rang sharper as she took her first breath.

Namiko became emotional as well, slowly walking over, Hanako following slowly behind her. The smile on everyone's face was infectious as the doctors took the baby to cleanse, weight, and measure her height.

"She is so beautiful!" The nurse said as she assisted to check Sachi's health as well. "You are such a lucky family."

"Namiko, what do you think we should name her?" Kyo asked in between tears once he was allowed to hold his baby for the first time.

"Me?!" Namiko asked, shocked.

"Yes, I'd love you to name your sister." Sachi insisted.

"Um..." She paused, her father's smiling lovingly. "What about... Moriko? It means Forest Child."

"Moriko Fujioka... That is so beautiful." Sachi said as the little girl was laid in her arms, now wrapped in light pink soft linen, matching with a little pink hat. Nobu and Kyo were huddled close to her as they could get without crowding her

Hanako had stayed very quiet, watching the beautiful moment before her.

"Are you alright dear?" Nobu asked, gesturing Hanako closer.

"I am more than alright." Hanako smiled, placing both of her hands on her stomach. "After seeing this, I know it will be hard," She paused.

Sachi nodded.

"But it will be well worth it." They said together.

Hanako's smile was nearly blinding. "I can't wait to have him."