Title: Angel's Chance
Author: Inquisitive1
Email: inquisitive1@angelfire.com
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Rating: Overall PG13
Note: I'm taking creative license with this story like all my others. There might be spoilers to earlier seasons. Its kind of an AU fic.
Summary: The year is 2020. Angel is still a vampire... the whole becoming human thing never happened. Angel and Angelus merged after Buffy died in college. Angel has no contact with Sunnydale. He reunited with Drusilla and Spike- who are semigood. Angel meets someone new... yet old.
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Chapter 10 (Small part low NC17 rest PG13)
A week after leaving San Diego Angel pulls into the underground parking lot of the apartment building. "Chance honey" he shakes her awake "We're here."
Chance yawns sitting up " 'kay"
Angel smiles at the sleepy expression "Lets get you inside and in bed" he helps her out of the car. He leads her into the stairwell heading up one flight. He leads her down a dimly lit hallway. "Few windows." he states with relief knowing that if he needs to leave the apartment he won't burst into flames in the hallway. He unlocks the door "You have to invite me in Chance"
"Why? I thought you said if you own the place you can enter without being invited" she says yawning
"I haven't signed the final papers yet." he explains "So you have to invite me in"
Chance smirks crossing her arms over her chest "Oh the fun I can have"
At the tone Angel groans "Chance come on"
Chance laughs toeing off her shoes she slowly buttons her shirt
"Chance don't do this to me." Angel pleads watching as his lover slowly strips "Chance I'm stuck here the doors open anyone can walk by and see this little performance."
"Hmm" she purrs slowly sliding her jeans down her legs "Now that would be interesting" she muses kicking off her jeans and pulling off her socks.
Angel looks at his mate aroused by the sight of her barely covered body "You know what would happen to any prick who sees you like this. I don't take too well to anyone looking at what's mine." he reminds
Chance smiles her hands going to the clasp of her bra unhooking it "You want me don't you."
Angel growls "You know I do. Now invite me in"
"You're mad aren't you?"
"Chance let me in" he orders watching as she turns her back to him he watches her drop her bra on the floor. "Chance"
Chance grins at him over her shoulder "If I invite you to come in can we play?"
"We can play as long as you want... just invite me in" he says desperately
"Can Angelus come out and play?" she asks hopefully
"You know how he is. If he wants to come out he will."
"I want to play with you both." she pouts
"OK OK" he agrees "I'll try and talk him into it."
"Works for me. Come on in" she invites
Angel enter slamming the door shut behind him. He growls seeing Chance standing before him wearing only her panties. "You know I hate it when you tease me."
Chance shrugs "I couldn't resist." they meet in the middle of the room their lips meeting forcefully.
Angel rips off her panties lowering her to the carpet he undoes his pants freeing himself he enters her forcefully swearing at the feeling of being inside her. "Chance" he groans
"Mmm Angel" she sighs meeting his thrusts
* ~ * ~ * ~
Midmorning Chance yawns then smiles seeing Angel asleep with his back to her. She moves closer to him kissing his shoulder she rests her chin on his arm her hand stroking his chest "Angel" she calls
Angel sighs needlessly opening his eyes slightly "I'm sleeping baby"
"I know"
"What's wrong?"
"Nothing." she smiles
"Honey I need to get some sleep you wore me out."
"Yeah right." she rolls her eyes
"Why'd you wake me?" he asks
"No reason"
Angel shakes his head rolling onto his back pulling Chance against him. He frowns seeing her pale
"Oh shit" she swears scrambling out of bed she dashes into the bathroom reaching the toilet seconds before she throws up.
Angel follows her "You OK?" he asks kneeling beside her
Chance nods
"We need to start finding you a doctor. Make sure everything's OK"
"Angel I went last week" she argues
"I know. Just to be on the safe side."
" 'kay" she agrees flushing the toilet she stands going to the sink she turns on the water she leans down rinsing her mouth out.
"Need anything?" Angel asks concerned
Chance shakes her head "Where are your car keys?"
"Why?"
"I want to go get some stuff out of the car" she says pulling on her clothes.
"In my jacket pocket." Angel answers getting back into bed "Don't be gone to long"
"I won't. I'm just going to grab my backpack and dufflebag. Need anything?" she asks
"Bring in the cooler and my dufflebag if possible."
Chance nods kissing him she takes the keys out of the pocket of his jacket "I'll be back in a few." she promises
"Make sure the car is locked."
"I will"
* ~ * ~ * ~
That afternoon Angel is looking through the papers Doctor Roberts had given them before leaving as Chance is studying. He notices the list of doctors before him. A name catches his eye 'Willow Osbourne' he frowns 'Not many women named Willow in the world. It can't be her.'
Chance frowns seeing the faraway look in his eyes "Angel?" she calls
"Hmm?" he glances up
"What's wrong?"
"I was looking at the list of doctors Roberts had given us. I thought I recognized a name." he shakes his head "It couldn't possibly be her"
"Who?"
"Willow... Buffy's best friend."
"Oh." she replies closing the book she goes over to Angel sitting on his lap "Why can't it be her?"
"It could be." he sighs "There aren't many Willow Osbourne's in the world." he shakes his head "I still can't believe she married Oz. Last time I saw her she was still with Tara."
"Oz? The werewolf?"
Angel nods "I don't know if he still is. She never mentioned it."
"Why don't you call her" Chance suggests
Angel shakes his head "It'll be better if I go see her."
"I thought that you said they were all in Sunnydale."
"I guess they moved. Her office isn't far from here. I'll go see if she's there tonight."
"And if she isn't?"
"I'll see if she's in the phone book and get her address." he shrugs
"Oh" she replies resting her head on his shoulder "she's not going to be to happy to find out about me is she?"
"Willow always was the more accepting one. Xander was the one who would have an issue with anything that involves me." he kisses her forehead "If its her will you be OK with her being your doctor?"
Chance shakes her head "If you trust her I'm fine with it"
* ~ * ~ * ~
Angel pulls on his jacket "Chance" he calls
Chance walks out of the bedroom "What?"
He smiles at the sight of his pajama clad lover "I'm going out. I'll be back in 3 or 4 hours."
" 'kay" Chance hugs him tight "love you"
"I love you too." Angel smiles kissing her gently "I'll be back before you know it." he promises "stay inside. Don't let anyone in. Call if you need anything. OK?"
Chance nods "OK"
Angel kisses her again "I'll see you in a while."
Chance smiles "Alright." she releases him and as he walks out the door she locks it. Sighing she goes over to the couch pulling a blanket around her she lays down grabbing the remote she turns on the TV.
~ * ~ * ~ *
Angel walks into the doctor's office. He goes to the receptionist "Hi I'm looking for Dr Osbourne"
The woman stares at the man startled by his good looks "Do you have an appointment?"
"Uh no. Its important that I see her."
"She's with a patient right now. Why don't you give me your name and I'll go see when she'll be done."
"Tell her Angel's here and its important."
"Alright I'll let her know. Have a seat."
Angel does leaning forward he looks at his hands. 'Willow you have to see me' he thinks
In the back the receptionist knocks on the exam door "Dr Osbourne?"
The door opens and a smiling redhaired woman steps out "What is it Sara?" she asks
"There's this really gorgeous guy here to see you. He said its important that he speak with you."
"Did you get a name?" Willow asks
"He said his name is Angel."
Willow smiles brightly at the name "Show him into my office. I'll be there in a few minutes"
"Will do" Sara nods walking away
'Angel what is he doing here?' Willow wonders returning to the room
Angel looks up as the receptionist returns
Sara smiles at the man "Dr Osbourne is with a patient. She said you can wait in her office."
Angel stands "Thanks" he follows her into the back
Sara opens the door "Would you like some coffee or tea?"
Angel shakes his head "No thank you."
"Dr Osbourne will be with you in a while." Sara says walking away
Angel looks around the office smiling faintly 'This is definately Willow' he notices a picture of the Scooby Gang at graduation on her desk. He picks it up staring at the small blond smiling back. 'Buffy' he senses Willow behind him "I remember that day" he says softly
"How can we forget" Willow remarks entering the office she closes the door behind her "after all she blew up the school." she shakes her head
"Yeah she did. I remember that was one of the last times we were anywhere near each other without getting into a fight." he says setting the picture down. He looks at Willow "You've done well" he remarks
Willow smiles going over to him she hugs him "Its good to see you"
"You too." Angel hugs her back he looks at her chuckling
"What?" she demands hands on her hips
"I was just thinking about when you guys where in highschool. I seriously thought none of you would make it." he shakes his head "Now your grown up."
"I know. Though I kinda miss high school" she sighs sitting down "not the getting chased part but having everyone alive"
Angel nods "How's your family?"
"Good. Our oldest is 18 her names Alex."
"After Xander of course" Angel shakes his head
"Of course. Jenny's 16. Giles is 13. Our youngest is Andy he's 8."
"And Oz?"
"Still a werewolf. Luckily the kids only have werewolf traits." she remarks
"How's Xander?" he asks curiously "I was always wondering if he'd make it past 20."
"Well he did. He and Anya got married a year after Buffy died. They have 5 kids. The oldest is Jesse he's 18, he was born six months after they got married. He and Alex were born a month apart and they're dating. Then there is Travis he's 16. Amanda is 13. Michael 10. The youngest is Anna she's six and exactly like Xander was at that age."
"And Joyce?" Angel questions
"She's still in Sunnydale working at the Gallery. She's the grandmother to all the kids. Giles is also still in Sunnydale. He still has the magic shop."
"I'm glad everyone is doing well"
"Where have you been?" Willow asks curiously
"Around. After Buffy's funeral I returned to Ireland for a few years. Finally got Angelus under control."
"Really? How'd you do that?"
"He didn't take too well to Buffy's death." Angel admits "He just agreed to calm down. I'm in control he's buried only to come out when he's needed."
"So you still have your soul" Willow remarks
Angel nods "And no clause. I guess after Angelus stopped fighting for control the clause was nullified."
"What happened to you? You just disappeared."
"Moved around a lot. After I heard what happened to Cordy, Wes and Gunn I didn't want to return. Over a year ago I finally stepped foot in California for the first time in 20 years."
"Why?"
"Something told me to come back. That's why I'm here in LA."
"Oh?"
"Willow I need your help."
"With what?" Willow questions
"Before I tell you I need you to promise you won't mention anything about what I'm going to tell you. It'll put us in danger."
"'Us'?"
"I'll explain." he says "First promise"
"I won't." she promises
"It began in May" he begins
* ~ * ~ * ~
Willow stares at Angel stunned by his news then grins "Congratulations" she says "Wow you a Dad" she shakes her head
"Yeah I know" Angel smiles "I'm still a little surprised."
"I always thought you'd make a great Dad. After all you've always been protective of us."
"Chance is getting annoyed with me." he smiles "I just worry"
"I'm glad you do. I've met potential fathers who don't worry at all."
"Most people don't have to worry that their mate will be killed or taken away because of what they are."
"Angel I'd be glad to be her doctor. Are you sure you don't want to find a doctor who has more experience with the supernatural?"
"Willow you're the only person I can trust with this secret."
Willow nods "Angel I might need to get Giles help."
"That's fine. I trust you two."
Willow opens her date book "I work in LA three days a week. Then I'm in Sunnydale the rest of the week. Why don't you bring Chance in tomorrow night at 7." she suggests
"Thank you Willow." Angel says appreciatively "I'll bring her in" he stands "I better get going. I need to stop off at the butchers before heading back. I told her that I'd be back in a few hours. I don't like leaving her alone for too long."
"Then I'll see you tomorrow night then" she stands going over to the vampire "Its good to have you back. Now I don't have to worry about you" she hugs him "I'm happy for you."
"Thanks. I'm happy for you too." he smiles opening the door
Willow follows the vampire out to the waiting room "Bye" she says as Angel walks out the door.
"So who's the hottie?" Sara asks curiously
"An old friend. Don't make any appointments for tomorrow night at 7. I already scheduled one that's really important."
"Him?"
"His girlfriend." Willow replies
"He's got a girlfriend? Too bad."
"No its good. Angel needs someone."
* ~ * ~ * ~
At the apartment Chance sighs glancing at the clock "He should be home soon" she muses rubbing her belly. "I know you miss him. I do too." she turns her attention back to the TV. 'I hope he's OK' she thinks. 'He's been gone for 3 hours.' she realizes. She looks up hearing a key in the door she sighs in relief as Angel enters. "Hi" she greets happily
"Hi baby how you feeling?" Angel asks closing the door he walks over to the couch leaning down he kisses her head
"Fine" she looks up at him with a smile "How'd it go?"
Angel moves around sitting beside Chance "Good. Made an appointment for tomorrow night at 7."
" 'kay" she leans against him
"Are you OK? You feel a little off." he states "Is something bothering you?" he questions concerned
Chance sighs resting her hands against her belly. "I don't know"
Angel hugs her "Are you sure?"
"I'm hungry again" she says starting to get up
"What do you want?" Angel asks stopping her he stands "I'll get it for you." he offers
"What is there?"
"Not much." he admits "I'll go to the grocery store after you go to sleep." he walks into the kitchen he opens the refrigerator "we have milk, applesauce" he closes the refrigerator "bread and peanut butter."
"That all?"
"There's blood but I don't think you want that." he teases
Chance rolls her eyes "I don't. I'll have milk and a sandwich." she requests leaning back she watches from the couch as Angel moves around in the kitchen.
Angel pours a glass of milk for Chance and picks up the plate he carries it into the livingroom "Here you go" he hands her the plate setting the glass on the coffee table.
"Thank you" she grins taking a bite out of the sandwich
Angel sits watching Chance as she eats. "So how're the babies doing?" he asks slipping his hand under her top
Chance sighs in contentment at the feeling of his large hand resting on her skin. "Good." she smiles taking another bite out of her sandwich "I think the babies are in a good mood"
"Why do you say that?" Angel asks curiously
Chance shrugs "Haven't made very many runs to the toilet tonight"
"Good. I know how you hate throwing up."
"I especially hate it when you aren't with me." she finishes off the sandwich and milk. "Thank you" she smiles
"Your welcome" Angel replies leaning down he kisses her lips
Chance tangles her fingers in his hair holding his head in place as they kiss. Chance laughs breaking the kiss "I love you"
"I love you too" Angel grins
* ~ * ~ * ~
"Chance baby" Angel says softly stroking her hair
"Mmm" she sighs sleepily
"Baby I'm going to the grocery store. I'll be back in a while."
" 'kay" she mumbles "don't be gone too long"
"I won't" he chuckles kissing her cheek "I'll be back before you know it." he promises
"You better" she mumbles
Angel chuckles walking out of the bedroom he grabs his duster pulling it on he walks out of the apartment. Going to the parking garage he gets into the car.
* ~ * ~ * ~
An hour in a half later Angel enters the apartment. He takes the grocery bags into the kitchen setting them on the counter. As he's putting away food he becomes concerned hearing Chance's heart rate accelerate. He takes off his jacket he tosses it on the table. He enters the bedroom going over to the bed "Chance" he calls softly "Honey wake up."
Chance starts awake "No" she cries out her body shaking
"Chance its OK. You were dreaming." Angel soothes pulling her into his arms "You're awake." he kisses her temple
Chance clings to Angel her body shaking as tears fall "Angel"
"Shh I'm here" he rubs her back "what were you dreaming?"
"Pain." she cries
"Whose? Were you dreaming of Buffy's feelings? Or your own?"
Chance shrugs "I don't know. It just hurt so bad." she whispers clinging to him "I'm scared" she sobs
"Why?" Angel asks softly
"I don't know whose pain it was I was feeling. What if it was yours?" she lifts her head staring at Angel fearfully her hands going to her belly "Or the babies?" she says worried
"Shh it was a dream. Your fine. I'm fine. The babies are fine. Nothing bad will happen. Just go back to sleep." he kisses her forehead
Chance grasps his hand tightly in her own "Will you hold me 'til I fall asleep?" she asks
"Sure" Angel nods "I need to get my shoes off." After removing his shoes he sits against the headboard with Chance resting her head on his chest. "Just get some sleep baby" he whispers his arms holding her tight
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Chapter 11
The next night Angel and Chance are sitting in the exam room waiting on Willow. "Chance are you feeling better?" Angel asks concerned about earlier in the day when she almost fainted.
"I'm fine" she answers "just a little tired" she looks towards the door as it opens and a redhaired woman enters.
"Hi Angel." she smiles brightly at them "Hi Chance I'm Willow."
"Hi" Chance nods
Willow sits down "How are you feeling?"
Chance shrugs "Fine I guess"
Willow looks at Angel "Do you agree?"
Angel shakes his head "No. Chance seems a little off."
"How so?" Willow asks
"She sleeps 16 hours a day. She's pale and I can tell her heart isn't beating the same, its slower than normal"
Willow nods writing some notes "Chance how's your nausea?"
"On a good day I only make five or six trips. Bad day ten or eleven."
"Alright. How about pain? Do you have any?"
Chance shakes her head "Nope."
"Are you taking your prenatal vitamins?"
Chance nods "Yes."
"I'll run some blood tests. Its possible your anemic." she informs Chance "That's usually the case with those symptoms. If you are it just means that you'll need to take some iron supplements."
"OK" Chance nods
"I'd also like to do a sonogram."
"Again" Chance sighs
Willow and Angel chuckle "Yes."
"OK" Chance agrees. She pulls herself up on the exam table watching as Willow prepares the sonogram equipment. She smiles at Angel slipping her hand into his.
"When we're done here how about going for ice cream?" he asks
"Works for me" she grins
Willow smiles at the look of love in Angel's eyes. 'I haven't seen that since he and Buffy were together.' "Lets see how everything is."
Chance and Angel turn their attention to the monitor waiting to see their babies. Chance smiles when she sees the small figures on the screen
Willow moves the wand across Chance's belly her eyes on the monitor. "Hmm" she says thoughtfully her attention drawn to something suspicious. Suddenly it dawns on her what she's looking at "Oh my." she says worried
"What?" Angel asks
"Is something wrong?" Chance asks worried about her babies health
"Angel you said something about Chance's heart not beating as fast"
Angel nods "I thought it might be because she's calm."
Willow hands Chance a paper towel "Here you go. Can you excuse me for a moment" she says walking out of the room
Angel watches concerned as his old friend walks out of the room "Chance I'll be back in a minute" he kisses her forehead.
Chance nods " 'kay" she says softly her eyes showing her worry
Angel smiles "I'll be right outside if you need me."
Chance nods watching as her lover walks out of the room 'Hurry back'
Angel finds Willow looking at her notes "What's wrong Willow?"
"Angel" Willow looks at the vampire her eyes showing her worry "it seems that there's a problem"
"What is it?" Angel asks
Willow takes a deep breath then answers "I'll need to check with some collegues but it seems that Chance's body is barely producing enough blood for both her and the twins. I might be wrong."
Angel runs his fingers through his hair "And if you aren't? What will happen?" he asks concerned
"Angel lets just see if its true before we get into this discussion"
"I've known you since you were 16 Willow. I know you wouldn't say anything without being sure."
Willow nods "Do you want Chance to hear this also?"
Angel shakes his head "I'll tell her. Willow I need to know"
Seeing the need in his eyes "Alright. Angel since her body isn't producing enough blood it puts the twins and Chance in danger."
"Is there anyway to avoid putting them in danger?"
"Angel there are few options for this type of situation. Since she isn't producing enough blood there is a high possibility that she'll have a miscarriage." she pauses allowing the vampire time before she continues "If she manages to carry them to term they might not make it through the birth. It also means that there is a possibility that Chance won't survive."
Angel looks at her his eyes pained "I can't lose her Willow."
"In most situations when a mother's life is in danger like this the only option is to end the pregnancy. In Chance's case she would only need to have one aborted."
"If she does abort one would she still be in danger?"
"No she'd have a normal pregnancy."
"And the other baby?"
"Would be fine." she assures
"Is there any way to avoid that? Like blood transfusion?"
Willow shakes her head "I don't think so. I can make some calls though." she offers
Angel nods
"Angel the best idea is for you to get second opinions."
"Willow I can't trust many people with this."
"I have some friends who owe me some favors. I'll see if one can exam Chance and see if my findings are correct."
"Willow just make sure who you get can keep quiet."
Willow nods "I know. I'll make some calls and when I know something I'll let you know."
"Thank you Willow"
"I still need to draw some blood from Chance, then we're done"
Angel nods "Alright." the two enter the exam room to find Chance quietly reading a magazine
Chance looks at Angel curiously "What's going on?"
"Uh we'll talk about it later." Angel replies "Willow needs to draw some blood."
Chance nods holding out her arm "Go ahead"
Angel looks at Chance his mind running over what Willow had told him. 'I can't lose her.'
"All done." Willow announces removing her gloves "I'll call you when the test results come in." she promises
Chance nods "Angel can we go?" she asks
The vampire snaps out of his thoughts at his love's voice "Sure." he stands helping Chance into her jacket. "Thank you Willow" he nods
Chance frowns looking at Angel as they walk out of the office "Angel?"
Angel looks at Chance and smiles slightly "Lets get home."
* ~ * ~ * ~
Chance enters the apartment still confused and worried about Angel's silence. She turns around watching the obviously brooding vampire then finally she speaks "Angel is something wrong with the babies?"
Angel looks at Chance "Come on lets sit down." he leads her over to the couch "Do you want something to eat?"
Chance shakes her head "Angel what's going on?"
Angel sits on the edge of the coffee table looking at Chance he sighs "Chance there is something wrong with the babies"
Chance wraps her arms around herself "Angel?"
"Willow wants to do some more checking. She's going to see if a doctor friend can give us a second opinion."
"What's wrong with them?"
"Chance" he begins "it seems that the twins aren't receiving enough blood. I think its possible that the babies have some vampire traits. If they were normal babies I'm sure your body would have enough blood."
"What'll happen to them? Are they in danger?" she demands
"Willow said that there is a possibility that you'll miscarry."
Chance stares at him scared she shakes her head tears forming "I don't want to lose the babies."
Angel wipes away her tears with his thumbs "Shh. Willow said that there is a possibility that you could carry them to term... but when you go into labor they could die... as could you."
"That's a could not a would" she challenges
"I don't want to lose you Chance" he whispers
"Angel" she cries "I don't want to lose our babies."
"I know. I don't either." he moves over to the couch pulling the crying teen into his arms. He holds her as she cries
Chance calms down looking at Angel "Maybe she's wrong. Maybe I won't lose them." she says hopefully
Angel nods "Maybe. I just want you to be prepared for the possibility"
Chance hugs him tight
Angel sits there holding Chance tight as she drifts off to sleep. "I don't want to lose them either. I can't lose you."
* ~ * ~ * ~
"Angel" Chance says softly the next afternoon as she walks out of the bedroom to find Angel sitting in the livingroom with a book
Angel looks up from his reading "You OK?" he asks worried
"Yes I'm fine" she sits on the couch
"You sure?"
Chance nods
"Willow called wants to see us at 7."
Chance closes her eyes hugging herself. 'God please let me keep my babies.' she prays. She opens her eyes as she feels Angel sit beside her on the couch "Angel" she whispers tears falling
"Shh" he soothes pulling her close "I know." he presses his lips to her hair "Its going to be OK"
* ~ * ~ * ~
Chance clings to Angel's hand as she finds herself back in the doctor's office laying on the exam table. She barely hears Willow speaking with the other doctor as her eyes are on the monitor looking at her children 'Hi my babies' she thinks 'Daddy and I love you so much.'
Angel listens as Willow and the other doctor talk. His eyes on Chance's face. 'God don't take her from me.'
"Alright we're done Chance" Willow tells the teen
"Well?" Angel demands
Chance sits up waiting for the news she clings to Angel's hand sensing the approaching bad news.
"Dr Osbourne was correct." the doctor informs them. He looks at the sad teen clinging to the older man's hand "Miss Greyson there are a few options here. Since your body isn't producing enough blood your children won't survive, its possible you won't either. If you want to try to carry them to term you might be able to but I would give them a 60 to 70 percent chance that they won't survive the birth. You have yourself have about a 30 percent of dying in labor. There is one option for you and at least one of your children to survive"
"That one is off the table" Angel snaps
The doctor looks at the man "I think its her choice." he looks at Chance "Miss Greyson in this type of situation there is only one thing that can be done" he pauses "the best option is to abort one of the fetuses."
Chance blinks back tears moving closer to Angel seeking comfort.
"This is your best chance for you and one of your children to survive"
Angel glares at the man allowing Angelus to surface "Leave"
Willow starts hearing that tone she instinctively knows its Angelus speaking "Uh Brad lets let them have a moment alone" she suggests meeting Angelus's gaze she sees the look of thanks. She nods leading her friend out of the room allowing Chance sometime with Angel/Angelus.
Angel resurfaces as the man leaves "Chance?" he says softly
Chance looks at him her eyes wide with conflict "Angel" she says
"Come on" he helps her off the table leading her over to the couch. "Sit" he says
Chance does looking at him tears clouding her vision her arms wrapped around her waist in comfort. "What are we going to do?"
Angel crouches before her "I'll go along with whatever you decide"
Chance looks at him "I can't make a decision without you"
"I want you to be happy Chance. I don't want to lose you."
"Do you want me to abort one of the babies?"
Angel shakes his head "No. I've seen too many innocent lives die. I was the cause a lot of the time. I maybe a vampire but part of me still holds onto my Catholic upbringing. But if you want to I'll support you."
Chance shakes her head "I want the babies Angel." she says firmly putting her arms around his neck as she cries. "I want our babies"
"I know. I do too." he holds her
"Can we go home now" she asks softly
Angel kisses her forehead "Sure baby. Why don't you put on your shoes and jacket. I'll be out in the hall with Willow."
Chance nods watching as Angel walks out of the room. 'Daddy and I will try to make sure nothing happens to you.' she thinks pulling on her shoes
Angel finds Willow and the other doctor talking
"Angel how is she?" Willow asks concerned
"She wants to head home. I think she's getting tired."
"Have you made a decision?" the other doctor asks
Angel looks at the man "She's not going to get the abortion." he turns his attention to Willow "Why don't you check with Giles." he suggests "There is a possibility he might have some ideas."
Willow nods "I'll check with him. I want to see Chance in a few weeks"
"I'll make the appointment tomorrow." Angel says as the door opens and out walks Chance "You ready?" he asks
Chance slips her hand into his "Yes" she answers softly
Angel smiles "Then lets go"
"Bye" Chance says to the two doctors the walks away with Angel
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Chapter 12
Chance smiles looking at the sleeping vampire 'There's your Daddy.' she thinks stroking her pregnant belly 'He should wake up soon. He said he has a big surprise for Christmas. I can't wait. One more day.'
"Hey baby how are you feeling?" Angel props his head up on his hand.
Chance grins leaning close she kisses him gently "Good."
"You look happy"
Chance looks at her belly "I am. I'm over three months pregnant the babies are OK. I'm with you" she smiles brightly "and its almost Christmas."
"Its almost Christmas?" Angel asks with a teasing smile
"Oh shut up."
Angel rests his hand on her stomach "Hey you two" he says softly
"Can you believe that next year we'll be celebrating Christmas with the babies?" Chance says happily
Angel winces inwardly 'I hope so'
"Are you going to tell me what the surprise is?"
"You have to wait until Christmas"
"Oh OK" she sighs "will you give me a hint?"
"No" he shakes his head "you'll just have to wait"
"Oh fine" she pouts then sighs
"What?"
"Nothing. I just have to go to the bathroom again." she throws off the covers standing she walks into the bathroom
Angel watches as his mate walks across the room naked. He sits up leaning against the headboard 'God she's beautiful' he smiles
Chance walks out of the bathroom smiling at the sight of Angel sitting up when an idea hits.
Angel sees the mischeavious look in her eyes he watches her walk to the bottom of the bed. "Chance?" he growls questioningly
Chance smirks crawling up the bed she stops at his waist "If you won't tell me what my surprise is then lets see if I can convince you."
"You can try" Angel watches her warily
"That's the fun part." she says pulling the sheet down stroking him smiling as she hears him growl. "I love hearing that sound."
Angel groans at the feeling of Chance's mouth surrounding him "Chance" he hisses "So good."
* ~ * ~ * ~
"You aren't going to tell me are you?" Chance grumbles
Angel shakes his head "I told you I wouldn't."
Chance glares at him "Oh alright"
"Why don't you get cleaned up and dressed" Angel suggests "and we'll go out for a while."
"Go where?"
"Just go for a walk. You need to get some exercise and fresh air."
Chance smiles "OK" she gets out of bed heading into the bathroom
Angel shakes his head in amusement at her excitement. He gets out of bed following her into the bathroom to shower but as always with them they did more than just shower.
* ~ * ~ * ~
The two lovers find themselves standing looking at a Christmas tree in the middle of the plaza. Chance snuggles closer into Angel's protective embrace "Angel relax" she looks up at him "no one bugs us when we're out."
Angel looks down at her and smiles "I know. Its just habit." he strokes her stomach tenderly "Have to be alert in case they do try anything"
Chance shakes her head then lifting a hand she guides his lips to hers kissing him tenderly she smiles "I love you"
"I love you" he echoes kissing her back
"You two make such a cute couple." a elderly voice says
Angel and Chance look towards the voice to find an elderly couple standing there looking amused. "Thank you" Chance grins
"Merry Christmas" the white haired man says
"You too" Angel wishes watching as the couple walks away. He smiles at Chance "Merry Christmas my love"
Chance smiles back "That it is"
~ * ~ * ~ *
Chance slowly opens her eyes yawning. She smiles feeling Angel's hands stroking her belly. She looks over her shoulder to see Angel behind her his arms around her. "Is it Christmas yet?" she asks hopefully
Angel nods "It is." he kisses her shoulder "Merry Christmas"
Chance grins "Merry Christmas."
"Do you want me to make you breakfast?"
Chance shakes her head "Not yet." she shifts so she's facing him she laces their fingers. "When I was little I used to hate Christmas. I hated the fact that people were always so happy around the holidays. For the first time ever I'm actually happy."
"I'm glad." he smiles faintly "All I want is for you to be happy."
Chance looks at her rounded stomach then at Angel "I'd be even happier if I knew what was going to happen with the babies."
"Chance" he pauses unsure what to say
"Angel do you think they'll survive?"
"I don't know baby. I hope they'll be OK. We have to be prepared for the possibility something will happen."
Chance feels tears blurring her vision "I know. I just" she pauses wiping away her tears "I don't want to lose our babies Angel. They're too important to lose."
"I know how important, how special they are." he rests his hand on her stomach "I want them to be born. I don't want to lose them or you. The babies are miracles I don't want anything to happen to them. We'll do whatever it takes to find a way for them to be born."
"Promise?"
Angel nods "I promise." he kisses her forehead
Chance smiles relieved wiping away her tears "I hate crying"
"You heard what Willow said about your hormones"
"I know" she sighs "I hate it though" she grumbles
"Do you really?" Angel smirks
"Oh alright. Its kinda fun getting what I want." she laughs "Who would have thought that a tough vampire like you would end up floored by a pregnant teen with mood swings. Let alone Angelus turning out to be a big softie." she remarks with a laugh
"I don't think Angelus would like being called a softie." Angel chuckles "I like doing things for you and our babies."
Chance looks at him chewing on her lower lip "I wonder"
"What?"
"I wonder if the twins are going to our only children" she muses
Angel shrugs "I'm not sure."
"Would you want more kids?"
"I haven't really considered it. If its possible sure." he smiles "But first I think we need to get through these two."
Chance smiles "Your right... as usual."
Angel looks at the clock "So do you want breakfast yet?"
Chance nods eagerly "Sure. I'm getting to be hungry"
Angel smiles leaning forward he kisses her "What do you want to eat?"
"Um" she looks thoughtfully as she strokes her stomach "I kinda have a craving for waffles."
Angel nods "That all?"
"For now"
"Then I'll go make them" he kisses her again then gets out of bed pulling on his pants
Chance lays there watching as her bare chested lover walks out of the bedroom. After a few minutes she follows Angel into the kitchen. "You know I was thinking"
"About what?"
Chance sits down at the kitchen table watching Angel moving around the kitchen making breakfast "I just thought it would be kind of cool to have a little boy."
Angel looks at Chance with a faint smile "Maybe they'll be twin boys"
"Maybe"
"Then again they could be girls."
"I think it would be cool to if we had a boy and a girl."
"A little girl who looks just like you." Angel smiles
"A boy who's a mini version of you."
"Two mini versions of us" Angel shakes his head "imagine the trouble the two could get into."
"True but imagine the fun"
* ~ * ~ * ~
Chance sits on the couch watching as Angel hits the punching bag "Angel when am I getting my surprise?" she demands annoyed yet turned on by the sight of her lover working out.
"Just let me finish this and get cleaned up."
Chance sits there waiting for Angel to finish. Fifteen minutes later Angel walks into the livingroom after showering. "What's my surprise?" Chance demands "Tell me please" she pleads
Angel smiles "There are a few of them"
"Well spill."
Angel sits beside her "I did some research as did Giles."
"On what?"
"Here this will explain" Angel hands her a card "Open it."
Chance looks at him quizzically then opens the envelope removing the card she reads the front "Christmas is a time for miracles." she opens the card and reads Angel's inscription "Chance, when you told me why you were named Chance you said it was because the nurse thought you had a second chance at life." she smiles at Angel then continues to read "You are my own second chance, to be what I now know what I am to be... happy. You and our babies are my own chance to be, in a way, human. Children need love and support which they will undoubtably get. Here is my gift to my family something for all the children we have." Chance looks at Angel who hands her another envelope. She smiles opening the envelope she removes a picture of a large Victorian house she looks at Angel
"Read the back" he instructs
Chance flips the picture over to read the back "Christmas is a time to celebrate miracles... how about celebrating them here?" Chance looks at Angel stunned "You bought a house?"
Angel nods "Merry Christmas baby" he grins
Chance grins back throwing her arms around him hugging him tight. She looks at him with a big smile "So where is the house?"
"That's the thing" he pauses "remember what I said about Giles and I doing some research?"
Chance nods "Yes"
"Well Giles has a theory that being on the Hellmouth will possibly increase the chances of the twins surviving." seeing the excited look on Chance's look he puts his hands on her shoulders "Chance its a theory... they still might not survive."
"I know" Chance smiles her heart filled with hope "but we have to try"
"Yeah we do" he pulls her close kissing her temple
* ~ * ~ * ~
That night Angel smiles as he listens to Chance talk.
"Angel tell me about the house" she demands sleepily
Hearing the sleepy tone he chuckles "Sure baby"
Chance listens as Angel tells her about their new home... again.
* ~ * ~ * ~
A week later Angel pulls the car up to a large blue and grey Victorian house. He smiles at the childish glee in Chance's wide eyes as she looks at the house. "So what do you think?"
Chance looks at him "Its so cool."
"Come on lets head in"
Chance smirks "Hhmm does this mean we get to have some fun?"
"If your asking if your going to be able to pull the same stunt then you aren't going to be able to. I already signed the papers."
"Damn" she pouts
"We can still have some fun" he kisses her tenderly "Now lets get inside and have a look around." he helps her out of the car hand in hand they walk up to the house. He unlocks the door allowing Chance to enter first. He follows her watching the awed look with amusement.
Chance enters the foyer looking around in awe. "Its beautiful." They walk around the downstairs checking out the livingroom, diningroom, kitchen, and main floor bedroom.
"You can change whatever you want."
"No its perfect." she smiles hugging him
"I had the furniture removed from the room across from ours for the nursery. So you can decorate it yourself."
"You're helping Mister" she says sternly her hands on her hips
Angel throws up his hands up in surrender "OK OK"
"I wanna check out the upstairs."
"Start on the attic or the second floor?"
"Angel I don't need to see the attic." she rolls her eyes
Angel smiles "Then third floor it is." he takes her hand leading her up the stairs to the third floor. "There's a library/study and two bedrooms and a bathroom"
"Cool" Chance says happily as they walk up the stairs. They open the first door to find a furnished bedroom. "Why'd you go for furnished?"
Angel shrugs "When I lived in Sunnydale one of the places I lived in was an abandoned mansion a couple blocks over. I walked passed this place every night. It always intrigued me. When I heard that it was up for sale I thought it would be a great house for us and the babies to live in." he hugs her "The previous owners didn't want the furniture so they left it. If you don't like it we can get rid of whatever you want."
"No. I like what I've seen. Might want to move things around but I don't want to get rid of anything." she smiles hugging him back "Its perfect" she looks up at Angel pulling his lips down to meet hers "I love it" she whispers "and you."
Angel brushes his lips across hers "I love you too"
"Come on lets finish looking around" she grins pulling him out of the room. "What's behind door number two?" she laughs pulling the door open to find another bedroom. "Another bedroom. You know we're going to need sheets and stuff."
"We'll go shopping one night soon." he promises
"I love to shop"
"I know" he chuckles
"When did the last owners move out?" Chance asks
"A few months ago. After I signed the papers I had the agent send in cleaners to dust and stuff."
"Better them than me. I hate cleaning"
"I know." he sighs
"Oh shut up." she smacks his arm "Next room." she skips across the hallway to open the next door "Bathroom" she says "next" she pauses
"You OK?" Angel asks concerned
"Just a little dizzy" she says
"Baby you need to take it easy."
"I'm fine now." seeing his uncertain look she rolls her eyes "I am." she assures walking towards the next door.
Angel watches her carefully "Chance" he mutters
Chance opens the door walking in she turns on the light. "Wow" she whispers as the chandelier lights up the room. "Angel this is so cool"
Angel enters behind her seeing the darkly furnished library. "That it is. We'll have fun filling this room with books"
"Yeah" she smiles looking at the leather furniture and the old fashioned roller desk. "This room needs a few more things."
"Like what?" Angel asks wrapping his arms around her
"Promise not to laugh?" she tilts her head to look at him
"Of course I won't laugh" he promises
"Needs a beanbag chair by the fireplace."
Angel smiles "Whatever you want."
"Goody" she says happily turning she puts her arms around his neck "You spoil me."
"I know. I just can't help myself."
"I'm glad you can't." she laughs
Angel chuckles kissing her forehead "Lets go to the second floor. We should also go to the grocery store."
"We gotta get ice cream this time."
"We'll make a list before we go."
Chance kisses his cheek "Then lets go check out the rest of the house"
Angel leads her down the stairs to the second floor. "The second floor has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom has a bathroom with a jacuzzi bathtub, and a shower."
"Wanna see if the tubs big enough to have some fun?"
Angel shakes his head "You're insatiable aren't you."
She lifts her shoulders and smiles "I have an excuse what's yours?"
"I can't resist you." he cups her cheek "You are incredibly gorgeous like this" he moves his hands down to rest on her stomach "carrying our babies." he inhales deeply "Your scents different"
"How so?" she asks curiously
"Its hard to explain."
"OK" she shrugs "so wanna go see if the tubs big enough to play in?"
"Sounds like a good idea." he follows Chance into the master bedroom
Chance smiles at the sight of the big bed, fireplace, and window seat. "This room is awesome"
"Glad you like it"
"How can I not? Its perfect." she walks into the master bathroom and grins at the sight of the huge bathtub.
"So what's the verdict?" Angel asks
Chance looks at him over her shoulder with a smile "Looks like we're in for some bathtub fun." she walks out of the bathroom and notices the closet door. She opens it to find a large walk-in closet. "Nice closet" she walks out of the bedroom across the hall. She opens the door and turns on the light. "Hey Angel come here" she calls
Hearing her call for him he walks across the hall. "What is it?" he asks worried. He enters the nursery "Chance?"
Chance turns around "Look" she gestures to two brown teddy bears "who're these from?" she asks
"I don't know." Angel replies concerned
Chance notices a piece of paper on the lap of one of the bears. "Oh there's a note." she picks it up opening it she reads "Congratulations on your new additions to your family. Here is a gift from us at Sunnydale Real Estate Agency." Chance hands the note to Angel picking up one of the stuffed bears "They're so cute. Babies first gifts" she grins at Angel
Angel smiles back "We'll have to send them a thank you card"
"Yep"
* ~ * ~ * ~
Chance looks at the list "Lets see what's left" she scans through the list "still need bread, cookies, chips, fruit, peanut butter, noodles, soup, and crackers." she says to Angel
"Chance you don't need cookies" Angel sighs
Chance glares at him "No cookies and you'll be sleeping on the couch"
Angel shakes his head "Fine."
"Oooh can't forget ice cream."
Angel follows her pushing the cart "You are a junk food addict"
Chance turns around her hands on her hips "And your point is?"
"Nothing" he protests
"Good" she grins walking again
Angel shakes his head 'Man I love that woman' he follows her to the frozen food aisle. "Chance I'm just saying you need to eat healthy."
"OK I'll grab some frozen peas and corn." she opens the freezer door to grab the packages she notices a package of lima beans. "Ooh lima beans." she looks at Angel with a grin "I love lima beans, peas and corn." she puts them in the cart. "Can you grab a couple cans of grape juice and apple juice?" she asks
"Sure"
Chance grabs a couple frozen lasagne entrees putting them in the cart. She heads for the ice cream as she reaches for coffee flavored ice cream when she's stopped
"Hands off." Angel says
"But..."
"You know how you get when you have it."
"I promise not to eat the whole carton in one sitting" she pleads
"No" he replies "you say that but the second I'm gone so will the ice cream. Go for something else."
"Oh fine" she grabs cartons of chocolate chip mint, vanilla, and chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream. "There"
"Meat?"
"Chicken and hamburger." she pauses "steak" she feels a slight craving for meat. She looks at Angel "I think they want steak soon"
"I'm not surprised" Angel smiles "You haven't had any real meat in a few days." he kisses her forehead "Alright meat it is." Angel pushes the cart down the aisle "I'll get that when I go to the butchers later. Now what?"
Fifteen minutes later Chance and Angel are standing in the checkout line "What next?" Chance asks tiredly
"We'll head back to the house but away the food then you are going to bed." he says moving up to the line watching at the checkout person scans the items putting them in bags.
"Its too early" she grumbles leaning against him "and we're hungry"
"It might be but its been a long day. I'll fix you something when I get back" he promises putting his arm around her shoulders he presses his lips to her hair.
Chance sighs looking up at him "Do you have too?"
Angel nods "I have somethings to take care of."
"Alright your total is a hundred and seventy-four dollars and thirty six cents." the cashier tells Angel
Angel takes out his wallet four fifty dollar bills. "Here"
"How long will you be gone?" Chance asks
"For a few hours." Angel says taking the change from the cashier. "Thanks" he nods to the cashier.
* ~ * ~ * ~
"I'll be back before dawn. If your still craving meat I'll make you a steak for breakfast" Angel tells Chance "will you be OK?"
"Something tells me I will be." Chance looks up from her reading "I'm a big girl Angel. I can stay home by myself." she rolls her eyes
"I know baby, I just worry."
"We'll be fine. Just call if you aren't going to be back before dawn"
"I will." he promises kissing her forehead "Call if you need anything"
"Where are you going?" Chance asks
"I'm going to go see Giles then the butchers"
"Does he know we're here?"
Angel nods "I called him last night. I told him I'd stop by tonight."
"Oh." she runs her hands over her stomach "Just be back soon."
"I will. Just get some sleep"
"OK" she nods standing she follows him to the foyer.
Angel pulls her into his arms "I love you" he says softly tucking a loose strand of hair behind her ear.
"I love you too" she smiles meeting his lips in a tender kiss
Angel ends the kiss "Do you want me to wake you when I get back?"
"Yeah"
"I will then" he walks towards the door
Chance watches as Angel walks out of the house 'Well babies its just us. Daddy will be back later.' she strokes her stomach
* ~ * ~ * ~
Angel reaches the front door of the apartment. He stands there remembering the last time he had been there. 'After Buffy died.' he lifts his hand knocking. As the door open he sees the familiar face of the former Watcher "Hello Giles" he greets
The grey haired man looks at the vampire before him "Its been a while." he moves aside allowing the vampire to enter. "How are you Angel?"
"Good. And you?"
Giles removes his glasses cleaning them with a handkerchief "Doing well as I can be." he puts on his glasses "Have a seat."
Angel nods moving to the armchair sitting "Giles I uh owe you an apology." he leans forward on his forearms he looks at the floor then at the elderly man
"For what?"
"Long before Buffy died she asked me to do something for her." he glances at the floor then looks at Giles "She made me promise that if anything happened to her I'd keep an eye on you guys... make sure nothing happened to any of you. When she asked me that I agreed thinking that I'd be able to." he sighs sitting up "I made her a promise and I couldn't do it."
"Angel, she'd understand why you left."
"I know. I owe you an apology for not staying and helping you guys."
"Its the past Angel. Buffy wouldn't want any of us to feel guilty for past events. How about we just start over." Giles suggests
Angel feels relieved "I think that would be good."
Giles smiles slightly "I take it your girlfriend's at home."
Angel nods "She's probably asleep."
"Willow told me that Chance reminds her a little of Buffy."
"Somewhat yes. Its probably because of the soul issue."
"Oh yes. It could be. Hard to believe that the Powers did that"
"With them I'm not surprised about anything anymore."
"Would you like some tea?" Giles asks
"Sure" Angel nods
Giles stands walking into the kitchen to put the kettle on. "How is the pregnancy going?"
Angel stands walking around the room "Pretty good. Willow says their doing good. Chance is taking everything in stride. She's not too happy about the fact that she craves meat still somewhat bloody but otherwise"
"And you?" Giles asks
Angel turns around looking at the former librarian "Mostly I worry about Chance. She has her hopes up too high."
"And you?"
Angel sighs "As far as I know the twins are my only biological family. I'd love it if they survived but I don't want to get my hopes up."
"You don't know for sure if there aren't anymore of your line?"
"Not really. For all I know I could have some great-great grandchildren somewhere." he shrugs "But it would be pretty much impossible to find out. I do know that all of my immediate family are dead... after all I was the one who killed them." he shakes his head
* ~ * ~ * ~
Angel enters the bedroom to find Chance curled up asleep. He strips down to his boxers and pulls on a pair of pajama bottoms. He walks over to the bedroom window he pulls the heavy drapes shut then walks into the bathroom pulling the shade down. Returning to the bedroom he goes over to the bed sitting on the edge he looks down at his peacefully sleeping mate.
Sensing Angel near Chance slowly opens her eyes smiling sleepily at him "Your back."
"Of course. Are you still hungry?" when she shakes her head he smiles leaning down he kisses her cheek "alright then go back to sleep." he says
Chance sits up tilting her head "What's wrong?"
"Nothing."
"Then why do you look sad?"
Knowing she's picking up on his feelings he knows he can't lie "It was kind of hard to see Giles. It brought back a lot of memories."
"Oh."
"I'm OK. Why don't you go back to bed." Angel suggests
Chance shakes her head "Only if you come to bed too."
"I will" he promises
"Now?"
Angel nods "Move over."
Chance moves over laying down on her side
Angel gets under the covers curling his body against Chance's. He kisses her shoulder "Good night baby"
"Night" she mumbles
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Author: Inquisitive1
Email: inquisitive1@angelfire.com
Disclaimer: I own only the characters you don't know
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Rating: Overall PG13
Note: I'm taking creative license with this story like all my others. There might be spoilers to earlier seasons. Its kind of an AU fic.
Summary: The year is 2020. Angel is still a vampire... the whole becoming human thing never happened. Angel and Angelus merged after Buffy died in college. Angel has no contact with Sunnydale. He reunited with Drusilla and Spike- who are semigood. Angel meets someone new... yet old.
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Chapter 10 (Small part low NC17 rest PG13)
A week after leaving San Diego Angel pulls into the underground parking lot of the apartment building. "Chance honey" he shakes her awake "We're here."
Chance yawns sitting up " 'kay"
Angel smiles at the sleepy expression "Lets get you inside and in bed" he helps her out of the car. He leads her into the stairwell heading up one flight. He leads her down a dimly lit hallway. "Few windows." he states with relief knowing that if he needs to leave the apartment he won't burst into flames in the hallway. He unlocks the door "You have to invite me in Chance"
"Why? I thought you said if you own the place you can enter without being invited" she says yawning
"I haven't signed the final papers yet." he explains "So you have to invite me in"
Chance smirks crossing her arms over her chest "Oh the fun I can have"
At the tone Angel groans "Chance come on"
Chance laughs toeing off her shoes she slowly buttons her shirt
"Chance don't do this to me." Angel pleads watching as his lover slowly strips "Chance I'm stuck here the doors open anyone can walk by and see this little performance."
"Hmm" she purrs slowly sliding her jeans down her legs "Now that would be interesting" she muses kicking off her jeans and pulling off her socks.
Angel looks at his mate aroused by the sight of her barely covered body "You know what would happen to any prick who sees you like this. I don't take too well to anyone looking at what's mine." he reminds
Chance smiles her hands going to the clasp of her bra unhooking it "You want me don't you."
Angel growls "You know I do. Now invite me in"
"You're mad aren't you?"
"Chance let me in" he orders watching as she turns her back to him he watches her drop her bra on the floor. "Chance"
Chance grins at him over her shoulder "If I invite you to come in can we play?"
"We can play as long as you want... just invite me in" he says desperately
"Can Angelus come out and play?" she asks hopefully
"You know how he is. If he wants to come out he will."
"I want to play with you both." she pouts
"OK OK" he agrees "I'll try and talk him into it."
"Works for me. Come on in" she invites
Angel enter slamming the door shut behind him. He growls seeing Chance standing before him wearing only her panties. "You know I hate it when you tease me."
Chance shrugs "I couldn't resist." they meet in the middle of the room their lips meeting forcefully.
Angel rips off her panties lowering her to the carpet he undoes his pants freeing himself he enters her forcefully swearing at the feeling of being inside her. "Chance" he groans
"Mmm Angel" she sighs meeting his thrusts
* ~ * ~ * ~
Midmorning Chance yawns then smiles seeing Angel asleep with his back to her. She moves closer to him kissing his shoulder she rests her chin on his arm her hand stroking his chest "Angel" she calls
Angel sighs needlessly opening his eyes slightly "I'm sleeping baby"
"I know"
"What's wrong?"
"Nothing." she smiles
"Honey I need to get some sleep you wore me out."
"Yeah right." she rolls her eyes
"Why'd you wake me?" he asks
"No reason"
Angel shakes his head rolling onto his back pulling Chance against him. He frowns seeing her pale
"Oh shit" she swears scrambling out of bed she dashes into the bathroom reaching the toilet seconds before she throws up.
Angel follows her "You OK?" he asks kneeling beside her
Chance nods
"We need to start finding you a doctor. Make sure everything's OK"
"Angel I went last week" she argues
"I know. Just to be on the safe side."
" 'kay" she agrees flushing the toilet she stands going to the sink she turns on the water she leans down rinsing her mouth out.
"Need anything?" Angel asks concerned
Chance shakes her head "Where are your car keys?"
"Why?"
"I want to go get some stuff out of the car" she says pulling on her clothes.
"In my jacket pocket." Angel answers getting back into bed "Don't be gone to long"
"I won't. I'm just going to grab my backpack and dufflebag. Need anything?" she asks
"Bring in the cooler and my dufflebag if possible."
Chance nods kissing him she takes the keys out of the pocket of his jacket "I'll be back in a few." she promises
"Make sure the car is locked."
"I will"
* ~ * ~ * ~
That afternoon Angel is looking through the papers Doctor Roberts had given them before leaving as Chance is studying. He notices the list of doctors before him. A name catches his eye 'Willow Osbourne' he frowns 'Not many women named Willow in the world. It can't be her.'
Chance frowns seeing the faraway look in his eyes "Angel?" she calls
"Hmm?" he glances up
"What's wrong?"
"I was looking at the list of doctors Roberts had given us. I thought I recognized a name." he shakes his head "It couldn't possibly be her"
"Who?"
"Willow... Buffy's best friend."
"Oh." she replies closing the book she goes over to Angel sitting on his lap "Why can't it be her?"
"It could be." he sighs "There aren't many Willow Osbourne's in the world." he shakes his head "I still can't believe she married Oz. Last time I saw her she was still with Tara."
"Oz? The werewolf?"
Angel nods "I don't know if he still is. She never mentioned it."
"Why don't you call her" Chance suggests
Angel shakes his head "It'll be better if I go see her."
"I thought that you said they were all in Sunnydale."
"I guess they moved. Her office isn't far from here. I'll go see if she's there tonight."
"And if she isn't?"
"I'll see if she's in the phone book and get her address." he shrugs
"Oh" she replies resting her head on his shoulder "she's not going to be to happy to find out about me is she?"
"Willow always was the more accepting one. Xander was the one who would have an issue with anything that involves me." he kisses her forehead "If its her will you be OK with her being your doctor?"
Chance shakes her head "If you trust her I'm fine with it"
* ~ * ~ * ~
Angel pulls on his jacket "Chance" he calls
Chance walks out of the bedroom "What?"
He smiles at the sight of his pajama clad lover "I'm going out. I'll be back in 3 or 4 hours."
" 'kay" Chance hugs him tight "love you"
"I love you too." Angel smiles kissing her gently "I'll be back before you know it." he promises "stay inside. Don't let anyone in. Call if you need anything. OK?"
Chance nods "OK"
Angel kisses her again "I'll see you in a while."
Chance smiles "Alright." she releases him and as he walks out the door she locks it. Sighing she goes over to the couch pulling a blanket around her she lays down grabbing the remote she turns on the TV.
~ * ~ * ~ *
Angel walks into the doctor's office. He goes to the receptionist "Hi I'm looking for Dr Osbourne"
The woman stares at the man startled by his good looks "Do you have an appointment?"
"Uh no. Its important that I see her."
"She's with a patient right now. Why don't you give me your name and I'll go see when she'll be done."
"Tell her Angel's here and its important."
"Alright I'll let her know. Have a seat."
Angel does leaning forward he looks at his hands. 'Willow you have to see me' he thinks
In the back the receptionist knocks on the exam door "Dr Osbourne?"
The door opens and a smiling redhaired woman steps out "What is it Sara?" she asks
"There's this really gorgeous guy here to see you. He said its important that he speak with you."
"Did you get a name?" Willow asks
"He said his name is Angel."
Willow smiles brightly at the name "Show him into my office. I'll be there in a few minutes"
"Will do" Sara nods walking away
'Angel what is he doing here?' Willow wonders returning to the room
Angel looks up as the receptionist returns
Sara smiles at the man "Dr Osbourne is with a patient. She said you can wait in her office."
Angel stands "Thanks" he follows her into the back
Sara opens the door "Would you like some coffee or tea?"
Angel shakes his head "No thank you."
"Dr Osbourne will be with you in a while." Sara says walking away
Angel looks around the office smiling faintly 'This is definately Willow' he notices a picture of the Scooby Gang at graduation on her desk. He picks it up staring at the small blond smiling back. 'Buffy' he senses Willow behind him "I remember that day" he says softly
"How can we forget" Willow remarks entering the office she closes the door behind her "after all she blew up the school." she shakes her head
"Yeah she did. I remember that was one of the last times we were anywhere near each other without getting into a fight." he says setting the picture down. He looks at Willow "You've done well" he remarks
Willow smiles going over to him she hugs him "Its good to see you"
"You too." Angel hugs her back he looks at her chuckling
"What?" she demands hands on her hips
"I was just thinking about when you guys where in highschool. I seriously thought none of you would make it." he shakes his head "Now your grown up."
"I know. Though I kinda miss high school" she sighs sitting down "not the getting chased part but having everyone alive"
Angel nods "How's your family?"
"Good. Our oldest is 18 her names Alex."
"After Xander of course" Angel shakes his head
"Of course. Jenny's 16. Giles is 13. Our youngest is Andy he's 8."
"And Oz?"
"Still a werewolf. Luckily the kids only have werewolf traits." she remarks
"How's Xander?" he asks curiously "I was always wondering if he'd make it past 20."
"Well he did. He and Anya got married a year after Buffy died. They have 5 kids. The oldest is Jesse he's 18, he was born six months after they got married. He and Alex were born a month apart and they're dating. Then there is Travis he's 16. Amanda is 13. Michael 10. The youngest is Anna she's six and exactly like Xander was at that age."
"And Joyce?" Angel questions
"She's still in Sunnydale working at the Gallery. She's the grandmother to all the kids. Giles is also still in Sunnydale. He still has the magic shop."
"I'm glad everyone is doing well"
"Where have you been?" Willow asks curiously
"Around. After Buffy's funeral I returned to Ireland for a few years. Finally got Angelus under control."
"Really? How'd you do that?"
"He didn't take too well to Buffy's death." Angel admits "He just agreed to calm down. I'm in control he's buried only to come out when he's needed."
"So you still have your soul" Willow remarks
Angel nods "And no clause. I guess after Angelus stopped fighting for control the clause was nullified."
"What happened to you? You just disappeared."
"Moved around a lot. After I heard what happened to Cordy, Wes and Gunn I didn't want to return. Over a year ago I finally stepped foot in California for the first time in 20 years."
"Why?"
"Something told me to come back. That's why I'm here in LA."
"Oh?"
"Willow I need your help."
"With what?" Willow questions
"Before I tell you I need you to promise you won't mention anything about what I'm going to tell you. It'll put us in danger."
"'Us'?"
"I'll explain." he says "First promise"
"I won't." she promises
"It began in May" he begins
* ~ * ~ * ~
Willow stares at Angel stunned by his news then grins "Congratulations" she says "Wow you a Dad" she shakes her head
"Yeah I know" Angel smiles "I'm still a little surprised."
"I always thought you'd make a great Dad. After all you've always been protective of us."
"Chance is getting annoyed with me." he smiles "I just worry"
"I'm glad you do. I've met potential fathers who don't worry at all."
"Most people don't have to worry that their mate will be killed or taken away because of what they are."
"Angel I'd be glad to be her doctor. Are you sure you don't want to find a doctor who has more experience with the supernatural?"
"Willow you're the only person I can trust with this secret."
Willow nods "Angel I might need to get Giles help."
"That's fine. I trust you two."
Willow opens her date book "I work in LA three days a week. Then I'm in Sunnydale the rest of the week. Why don't you bring Chance in tomorrow night at 7." she suggests
"Thank you Willow." Angel says appreciatively "I'll bring her in" he stands "I better get going. I need to stop off at the butchers before heading back. I told her that I'd be back in a few hours. I don't like leaving her alone for too long."
"Then I'll see you tomorrow night then" she stands going over to the vampire "Its good to have you back. Now I don't have to worry about you" she hugs him "I'm happy for you."
"Thanks. I'm happy for you too." he smiles opening the door
Willow follows the vampire out to the waiting room "Bye" she says as Angel walks out the door.
"So who's the hottie?" Sara asks curiously
"An old friend. Don't make any appointments for tomorrow night at 7. I already scheduled one that's really important."
"Him?"
"His girlfriend." Willow replies
"He's got a girlfriend? Too bad."
"No its good. Angel needs someone."
* ~ * ~ * ~
At the apartment Chance sighs glancing at the clock "He should be home soon" she muses rubbing her belly. "I know you miss him. I do too." she turns her attention back to the TV. 'I hope he's OK' she thinks. 'He's been gone for 3 hours.' she realizes. She looks up hearing a key in the door she sighs in relief as Angel enters. "Hi" she greets happily
"Hi baby how you feeling?" Angel asks closing the door he walks over to the couch leaning down he kisses her head
"Fine" she looks up at him with a smile "How'd it go?"
Angel moves around sitting beside Chance "Good. Made an appointment for tomorrow night at 7."
" 'kay" she leans against him
"Are you OK? You feel a little off." he states "Is something bothering you?" he questions concerned
Chance sighs resting her hands against her belly. "I don't know"
Angel hugs her "Are you sure?"
"I'm hungry again" she says starting to get up
"What do you want?" Angel asks stopping her he stands "I'll get it for you." he offers
"What is there?"
"Not much." he admits "I'll go to the grocery store after you go to sleep." he walks into the kitchen he opens the refrigerator "we have milk, applesauce" he closes the refrigerator "bread and peanut butter."
"That all?"
"There's blood but I don't think you want that." he teases
Chance rolls her eyes "I don't. I'll have milk and a sandwich." she requests leaning back she watches from the couch as Angel moves around in the kitchen.
Angel pours a glass of milk for Chance and picks up the plate he carries it into the livingroom "Here you go" he hands her the plate setting the glass on the coffee table.
"Thank you" she grins taking a bite out of the sandwich
Angel sits watching Chance as she eats. "So how're the babies doing?" he asks slipping his hand under her top
Chance sighs in contentment at the feeling of his large hand resting on her skin. "Good." she smiles taking another bite out of her sandwich "I think the babies are in a good mood"
"Why do you say that?" Angel asks curiously
Chance shrugs "Haven't made very many runs to the toilet tonight"
"Good. I know how you hate throwing up."
"I especially hate it when you aren't with me." she finishes off the sandwich and milk. "Thank you" she smiles
"Your welcome" Angel replies leaning down he kisses her lips
Chance tangles her fingers in his hair holding his head in place as they kiss. Chance laughs breaking the kiss "I love you"
"I love you too" Angel grins
* ~ * ~ * ~
"Chance baby" Angel says softly stroking her hair
"Mmm" she sighs sleepily
"Baby I'm going to the grocery store. I'll be back in a while."
" 'kay" she mumbles "don't be gone too long"
"I won't" he chuckles kissing her cheek "I'll be back before you know it." he promises
"You better" she mumbles
Angel chuckles walking out of the bedroom he grabs his duster pulling it on he walks out of the apartment. Going to the parking garage he gets into the car.
* ~ * ~ * ~
An hour in a half later Angel enters the apartment. He takes the grocery bags into the kitchen setting them on the counter. As he's putting away food he becomes concerned hearing Chance's heart rate accelerate. He takes off his jacket he tosses it on the table. He enters the bedroom going over to the bed "Chance" he calls softly "Honey wake up."
Chance starts awake "No" she cries out her body shaking
"Chance its OK. You were dreaming." Angel soothes pulling her into his arms "You're awake." he kisses her temple
Chance clings to Angel her body shaking as tears fall "Angel"
"Shh I'm here" he rubs her back "what were you dreaming?"
"Pain." she cries
"Whose? Were you dreaming of Buffy's feelings? Or your own?"
Chance shrugs "I don't know. It just hurt so bad." she whispers clinging to him "I'm scared" she sobs
"Why?" Angel asks softly
"I don't know whose pain it was I was feeling. What if it was yours?" she lifts her head staring at Angel fearfully her hands going to her belly "Or the babies?" she says worried
"Shh it was a dream. Your fine. I'm fine. The babies are fine. Nothing bad will happen. Just go back to sleep." he kisses her forehead
Chance grasps his hand tightly in her own "Will you hold me 'til I fall asleep?" she asks
"Sure" Angel nods "I need to get my shoes off." After removing his shoes he sits against the headboard with Chance resting her head on his chest. "Just get some sleep baby" he whispers his arms holding her tight
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Chapter 11
The next night Angel and Chance are sitting in the exam room waiting on Willow. "Chance are you feeling better?" Angel asks concerned about earlier in the day when she almost fainted.
"I'm fine" she answers "just a little tired" she looks towards the door as it opens and a redhaired woman enters.
"Hi Angel." she smiles brightly at them "Hi Chance I'm Willow."
"Hi" Chance nods
Willow sits down "How are you feeling?"
Chance shrugs "Fine I guess"
Willow looks at Angel "Do you agree?"
Angel shakes his head "No. Chance seems a little off."
"How so?" Willow asks
"She sleeps 16 hours a day. She's pale and I can tell her heart isn't beating the same, its slower than normal"
Willow nods writing some notes "Chance how's your nausea?"
"On a good day I only make five or six trips. Bad day ten or eleven."
"Alright. How about pain? Do you have any?"
Chance shakes her head "Nope."
"Are you taking your prenatal vitamins?"
Chance nods "Yes."
"I'll run some blood tests. Its possible your anemic." she informs Chance "That's usually the case with those symptoms. If you are it just means that you'll need to take some iron supplements."
"OK" Chance nods
"I'd also like to do a sonogram."
"Again" Chance sighs
Willow and Angel chuckle "Yes."
"OK" Chance agrees. She pulls herself up on the exam table watching as Willow prepares the sonogram equipment. She smiles at Angel slipping her hand into his.
"When we're done here how about going for ice cream?" he asks
"Works for me" she grins
Willow smiles at the look of love in Angel's eyes. 'I haven't seen that since he and Buffy were together.' "Lets see how everything is."
Chance and Angel turn their attention to the monitor waiting to see their babies. Chance smiles when she sees the small figures on the screen
Willow moves the wand across Chance's belly her eyes on the monitor. "Hmm" she says thoughtfully her attention drawn to something suspicious. Suddenly it dawns on her what she's looking at "Oh my." she says worried
"What?" Angel asks
"Is something wrong?" Chance asks worried about her babies health
"Angel you said something about Chance's heart not beating as fast"
Angel nods "I thought it might be because she's calm."
Willow hands Chance a paper towel "Here you go. Can you excuse me for a moment" she says walking out of the room
Angel watches concerned as his old friend walks out of the room "Chance I'll be back in a minute" he kisses her forehead.
Chance nods " 'kay" she says softly her eyes showing her worry
Angel smiles "I'll be right outside if you need me."
Chance nods watching as her lover walks out of the room 'Hurry back'
Angel finds Willow looking at her notes "What's wrong Willow?"
"Angel" Willow looks at the vampire her eyes showing her worry "it seems that there's a problem"
"What is it?" Angel asks
Willow takes a deep breath then answers "I'll need to check with some collegues but it seems that Chance's body is barely producing enough blood for both her and the twins. I might be wrong."
Angel runs his fingers through his hair "And if you aren't? What will happen?" he asks concerned
"Angel lets just see if its true before we get into this discussion"
"I've known you since you were 16 Willow. I know you wouldn't say anything without being sure."
Willow nods "Do you want Chance to hear this also?"
Angel shakes his head "I'll tell her. Willow I need to know"
Seeing the need in his eyes "Alright. Angel since her body isn't producing enough blood it puts the twins and Chance in danger."
"Is there anyway to avoid putting them in danger?"
"Angel there are few options for this type of situation. Since she isn't producing enough blood there is a high possibility that she'll have a miscarriage." she pauses allowing the vampire time before she continues "If she manages to carry them to term they might not make it through the birth. It also means that there is a possibility that Chance won't survive."
Angel looks at her his eyes pained "I can't lose her Willow."
"In most situations when a mother's life is in danger like this the only option is to end the pregnancy. In Chance's case she would only need to have one aborted."
"If she does abort one would she still be in danger?"
"No she'd have a normal pregnancy."
"And the other baby?"
"Would be fine." she assures
"Is there any way to avoid that? Like blood transfusion?"
Willow shakes her head "I don't think so. I can make some calls though." she offers
Angel nods
"Angel the best idea is for you to get second opinions."
"Willow I can't trust many people with this."
"I have some friends who owe me some favors. I'll see if one can exam Chance and see if my findings are correct."
"Willow just make sure who you get can keep quiet."
Willow nods "I know. I'll make some calls and when I know something I'll let you know."
"Thank you Willow"
"I still need to draw some blood from Chance, then we're done"
Angel nods "Alright." the two enter the exam room to find Chance quietly reading a magazine
Chance looks at Angel curiously "What's going on?"
"Uh we'll talk about it later." Angel replies "Willow needs to draw some blood."
Chance nods holding out her arm "Go ahead"
Angel looks at Chance his mind running over what Willow had told him. 'I can't lose her.'
"All done." Willow announces removing her gloves "I'll call you when the test results come in." she promises
Chance nods "Angel can we go?" she asks
The vampire snaps out of his thoughts at his love's voice "Sure." he stands helping Chance into her jacket. "Thank you Willow" he nods
Chance frowns looking at Angel as they walk out of the office "Angel?"
Angel looks at Chance and smiles slightly "Lets get home."
* ~ * ~ * ~
Chance enters the apartment still confused and worried about Angel's silence. She turns around watching the obviously brooding vampire then finally she speaks "Angel is something wrong with the babies?"
Angel looks at Chance "Come on lets sit down." he leads her over to the couch "Do you want something to eat?"
Chance shakes her head "Angel what's going on?"
Angel sits on the edge of the coffee table looking at Chance he sighs "Chance there is something wrong with the babies"
Chance wraps her arms around herself "Angel?"
"Willow wants to do some more checking. She's going to see if a doctor friend can give us a second opinion."
"What's wrong with them?"
"Chance" he begins "it seems that the twins aren't receiving enough blood. I think its possible that the babies have some vampire traits. If they were normal babies I'm sure your body would have enough blood."
"What'll happen to them? Are they in danger?" she demands
"Willow said that there is a possibility that you'll miscarry."
Chance stares at him scared she shakes her head tears forming "I don't want to lose the babies."
Angel wipes away her tears with his thumbs "Shh. Willow said that there is a possibility that you could carry them to term... but when you go into labor they could die... as could you."
"That's a could not a would" she challenges
"I don't want to lose you Chance" he whispers
"Angel" she cries "I don't want to lose our babies."
"I know. I don't either." he moves over to the couch pulling the crying teen into his arms. He holds her as she cries
Chance calms down looking at Angel "Maybe she's wrong. Maybe I won't lose them." she says hopefully
Angel nods "Maybe. I just want you to be prepared for the possibility"
Chance hugs him tight
Angel sits there holding Chance tight as she drifts off to sleep. "I don't want to lose them either. I can't lose you."
* ~ * ~ * ~
"Angel" Chance says softly the next afternoon as she walks out of the bedroom to find Angel sitting in the livingroom with a book
Angel looks up from his reading "You OK?" he asks worried
"Yes I'm fine" she sits on the couch
"You sure?"
Chance nods
"Willow called wants to see us at 7."
Chance closes her eyes hugging herself. 'God please let me keep my babies.' she prays. She opens her eyes as she feels Angel sit beside her on the couch "Angel" she whispers tears falling
"Shh" he soothes pulling her close "I know." he presses his lips to her hair "Its going to be OK"
* ~ * ~ * ~
Chance clings to Angel's hand as she finds herself back in the doctor's office laying on the exam table. She barely hears Willow speaking with the other doctor as her eyes are on the monitor looking at her children 'Hi my babies' she thinks 'Daddy and I love you so much.'
Angel listens as Willow and the other doctor talk. His eyes on Chance's face. 'God don't take her from me.'
"Alright we're done Chance" Willow tells the teen
"Well?" Angel demands
Chance sits up waiting for the news she clings to Angel's hand sensing the approaching bad news.
"Dr Osbourne was correct." the doctor informs them. He looks at the sad teen clinging to the older man's hand "Miss Greyson there are a few options here. Since your body isn't producing enough blood your children won't survive, its possible you won't either. If you want to try to carry them to term you might be able to but I would give them a 60 to 70 percent chance that they won't survive the birth. You have yourself have about a 30 percent of dying in labor. There is one option for you and at least one of your children to survive"
"That one is off the table" Angel snaps
The doctor looks at the man "I think its her choice." he looks at Chance "Miss Greyson in this type of situation there is only one thing that can be done" he pauses "the best option is to abort one of the fetuses."
Chance blinks back tears moving closer to Angel seeking comfort.
"This is your best chance for you and one of your children to survive"
Angel glares at the man allowing Angelus to surface "Leave"
Willow starts hearing that tone she instinctively knows its Angelus speaking "Uh Brad lets let them have a moment alone" she suggests meeting Angelus's gaze she sees the look of thanks. She nods leading her friend out of the room allowing Chance sometime with Angel/Angelus.
Angel resurfaces as the man leaves "Chance?" he says softly
Chance looks at him her eyes wide with conflict "Angel" she says
"Come on" he helps her off the table leading her over to the couch. "Sit" he says
Chance does looking at him tears clouding her vision her arms wrapped around her waist in comfort. "What are we going to do?"
Angel crouches before her "I'll go along with whatever you decide"
Chance looks at him "I can't make a decision without you"
"I want you to be happy Chance. I don't want to lose you."
"Do you want me to abort one of the babies?"
Angel shakes his head "No. I've seen too many innocent lives die. I was the cause a lot of the time. I maybe a vampire but part of me still holds onto my Catholic upbringing. But if you want to I'll support you."
Chance shakes her head "I want the babies Angel." she says firmly putting her arms around his neck as she cries. "I want our babies"
"I know. I do too." he holds her
"Can we go home now" she asks softly
Angel kisses her forehead "Sure baby. Why don't you put on your shoes and jacket. I'll be out in the hall with Willow."
Chance nods watching as Angel walks out of the room. 'Daddy and I will try to make sure nothing happens to you.' she thinks pulling on her shoes
Angel finds Willow and the other doctor talking
"Angel how is she?" Willow asks concerned
"She wants to head home. I think she's getting tired."
"Have you made a decision?" the other doctor asks
Angel looks at the man "She's not going to get the abortion." he turns his attention to Willow "Why don't you check with Giles." he suggests "There is a possibility he might have some ideas."
Willow nods "I'll check with him. I want to see Chance in a few weeks"
"I'll make the appointment tomorrow." Angel says as the door opens and out walks Chance "You ready?" he asks
Chance slips her hand into his "Yes" she answers softly
Angel smiles "Then lets go"
"Bye" Chance says to the two doctors the walks away with Angel
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Chapter 12
Chance smiles looking at the sleeping vampire 'There's your Daddy.' she thinks stroking her pregnant belly 'He should wake up soon. He said he has a big surprise for Christmas. I can't wait. One more day.'
"Hey baby how are you feeling?" Angel props his head up on his hand.
Chance grins leaning close she kisses him gently "Good."
"You look happy"
Chance looks at her belly "I am. I'm over three months pregnant the babies are OK. I'm with you" she smiles brightly "and its almost Christmas."
"Its almost Christmas?" Angel asks with a teasing smile
"Oh shut up."
Angel rests his hand on her stomach "Hey you two" he says softly
"Can you believe that next year we'll be celebrating Christmas with the babies?" Chance says happily
Angel winces inwardly 'I hope so'
"Are you going to tell me what the surprise is?"
"You have to wait until Christmas"
"Oh OK" she sighs "will you give me a hint?"
"No" he shakes his head "you'll just have to wait"
"Oh fine" she pouts then sighs
"What?"
"Nothing. I just have to go to the bathroom again." she throws off the covers standing she walks into the bathroom
Angel watches as his mate walks across the room naked. He sits up leaning against the headboard 'God she's beautiful' he smiles
Chance walks out of the bathroom smiling at the sight of Angel sitting up when an idea hits.
Angel sees the mischeavious look in her eyes he watches her walk to the bottom of the bed. "Chance?" he growls questioningly
Chance smirks crawling up the bed she stops at his waist "If you won't tell me what my surprise is then lets see if I can convince you."
"You can try" Angel watches her warily
"That's the fun part." she says pulling the sheet down stroking him smiling as she hears him growl. "I love hearing that sound."
Angel groans at the feeling of Chance's mouth surrounding him "Chance" he hisses "So good."
* ~ * ~ * ~
"You aren't going to tell me are you?" Chance grumbles
Angel shakes his head "I told you I wouldn't."
Chance glares at him "Oh alright"
"Why don't you get cleaned up and dressed" Angel suggests "and we'll go out for a while."
"Go where?"
"Just go for a walk. You need to get some exercise and fresh air."
Chance smiles "OK" she gets out of bed heading into the bathroom
Angel shakes his head in amusement at her excitement. He gets out of bed following her into the bathroom to shower but as always with them they did more than just shower.
* ~ * ~ * ~
The two lovers find themselves standing looking at a Christmas tree in the middle of the plaza. Chance snuggles closer into Angel's protective embrace "Angel relax" she looks up at him "no one bugs us when we're out."
Angel looks down at her and smiles "I know. Its just habit." he strokes her stomach tenderly "Have to be alert in case they do try anything"
Chance shakes her head then lifting a hand she guides his lips to hers kissing him tenderly she smiles "I love you"
"I love you" he echoes kissing her back
"You two make such a cute couple." a elderly voice says
Angel and Chance look towards the voice to find an elderly couple standing there looking amused. "Thank you" Chance grins
"Merry Christmas" the white haired man says
"You too" Angel wishes watching as the couple walks away. He smiles at Chance "Merry Christmas my love"
Chance smiles back "That it is"
~ * ~ * ~ *
Chance slowly opens her eyes yawning. She smiles feeling Angel's hands stroking her belly. She looks over her shoulder to see Angel behind her his arms around her. "Is it Christmas yet?" she asks hopefully
Angel nods "It is." he kisses her shoulder "Merry Christmas"
Chance grins "Merry Christmas."
"Do you want me to make you breakfast?"
Chance shakes her head "Not yet." she shifts so she's facing him she laces their fingers. "When I was little I used to hate Christmas. I hated the fact that people were always so happy around the holidays. For the first time ever I'm actually happy."
"I'm glad." he smiles faintly "All I want is for you to be happy."
Chance looks at her rounded stomach then at Angel "I'd be even happier if I knew what was going to happen with the babies."
"Chance" he pauses unsure what to say
"Angel do you think they'll survive?"
"I don't know baby. I hope they'll be OK. We have to be prepared for the possibility something will happen."
Chance feels tears blurring her vision "I know. I just" she pauses wiping away her tears "I don't want to lose our babies Angel. They're too important to lose."
"I know how important, how special they are." he rests his hand on her stomach "I want them to be born. I don't want to lose them or you. The babies are miracles I don't want anything to happen to them. We'll do whatever it takes to find a way for them to be born."
"Promise?"
Angel nods "I promise." he kisses her forehead
Chance smiles relieved wiping away her tears "I hate crying"
"You heard what Willow said about your hormones"
"I know" she sighs "I hate it though" she grumbles
"Do you really?" Angel smirks
"Oh alright. Its kinda fun getting what I want." she laughs "Who would have thought that a tough vampire like you would end up floored by a pregnant teen with mood swings. Let alone Angelus turning out to be a big softie." she remarks with a laugh
"I don't think Angelus would like being called a softie." Angel chuckles "I like doing things for you and our babies."
Chance looks at him chewing on her lower lip "I wonder"
"What?"
"I wonder if the twins are going to our only children" she muses
Angel shrugs "I'm not sure."
"Would you want more kids?"
"I haven't really considered it. If its possible sure." he smiles "But first I think we need to get through these two."
Chance smiles "Your right... as usual."
Angel looks at the clock "So do you want breakfast yet?"
Chance nods eagerly "Sure. I'm getting to be hungry"
Angel smiles leaning forward he kisses her "What do you want to eat?"
"Um" she looks thoughtfully as she strokes her stomach "I kinda have a craving for waffles."
Angel nods "That all?"
"For now"
"Then I'll go make them" he kisses her again then gets out of bed pulling on his pants
Chance lays there watching as her bare chested lover walks out of the bedroom. After a few minutes she follows Angel into the kitchen. "You know I was thinking"
"About what?"
Chance sits down at the kitchen table watching Angel moving around the kitchen making breakfast "I just thought it would be kind of cool to have a little boy."
Angel looks at Chance with a faint smile "Maybe they'll be twin boys"
"Maybe"
"Then again they could be girls."
"I think it would be cool to if we had a boy and a girl."
"A little girl who looks just like you." Angel smiles
"A boy who's a mini version of you."
"Two mini versions of us" Angel shakes his head "imagine the trouble the two could get into."
"True but imagine the fun"
* ~ * ~ * ~
Chance sits on the couch watching as Angel hits the punching bag "Angel when am I getting my surprise?" she demands annoyed yet turned on by the sight of her lover working out.
"Just let me finish this and get cleaned up."
Chance sits there waiting for Angel to finish. Fifteen minutes later Angel walks into the livingroom after showering. "What's my surprise?" Chance demands "Tell me please" she pleads
Angel smiles "There are a few of them"
"Well spill."
Angel sits beside her "I did some research as did Giles."
"On what?"
"Here this will explain" Angel hands her a card "Open it."
Chance looks at him quizzically then opens the envelope removing the card she reads the front "Christmas is a time for miracles." she opens the card and reads Angel's inscription "Chance, when you told me why you were named Chance you said it was because the nurse thought you had a second chance at life." she smiles at Angel then continues to read "You are my own second chance, to be what I now know what I am to be... happy. You and our babies are my own chance to be, in a way, human. Children need love and support which they will undoubtably get. Here is my gift to my family something for all the children we have." Chance looks at Angel who hands her another envelope. She smiles opening the envelope she removes a picture of a large Victorian house she looks at Angel
"Read the back" he instructs
Chance flips the picture over to read the back "Christmas is a time to celebrate miracles... how about celebrating them here?" Chance looks at Angel stunned "You bought a house?"
Angel nods "Merry Christmas baby" he grins
Chance grins back throwing her arms around him hugging him tight. She looks at him with a big smile "So where is the house?"
"That's the thing" he pauses "remember what I said about Giles and I doing some research?"
Chance nods "Yes"
"Well Giles has a theory that being on the Hellmouth will possibly increase the chances of the twins surviving." seeing the excited look on Chance's look he puts his hands on her shoulders "Chance its a theory... they still might not survive."
"I know" Chance smiles her heart filled with hope "but we have to try"
"Yeah we do" he pulls her close kissing her temple
* ~ * ~ * ~
That night Angel smiles as he listens to Chance talk.
"Angel tell me about the house" she demands sleepily
Hearing the sleepy tone he chuckles "Sure baby"
Chance listens as Angel tells her about their new home... again.
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A week later Angel pulls the car up to a large blue and grey Victorian house. He smiles at the childish glee in Chance's wide eyes as she looks at the house. "So what do you think?"
Chance looks at him "Its so cool."
"Come on lets head in"
Chance smirks "Hhmm does this mean we get to have some fun?"
"If your asking if your going to be able to pull the same stunt then you aren't going to be able to. I already signed the papers."
"Damn" she pouts
"We can still have some fun" he kisses her tenderly "Now lets get inside and have a look around." he helps her out of the car hand in hand they walk up to the house. He unlocks the door allowing Chance to enter first. He follows her watching the awed look with amusement.
Chance enters the foyer looking around in awe. "Its beautiful." They walk around the downstairs checking out the livingroom, diningroom, kitchen, and main floor bedroom.
"You can change whatever you want."
"No its perfect." she smiles hugging him
"I had the furniture removed from the room across from ours for the nursery. So you can decorate it yourself."
"You're helping Mister" she says sternly her hands on her hips
Angel throws up his hands up in surrender "OK OK"
"I wanna check out the upstairs."
"Start on the attic or the second floor?"
"Angel I don't need to see the attic." she rolls her eyes
Angel smiles "Then third floor it is." he takes her hand leading her up the stairs to the third floor. "There's a library/study and two bedrooms and a bathroom"
"Cool" Chance says happily as they walk up the stairs. They open the first door to find a furnished bedroom. "Why'd you go for furnished?"
Angel shrugs "When I lived in Sunnydale one of the places I lived in was an abandoned mansion a couple blocks over. I walked passed this place every night. It always intrigued me. When I heard that it was up for sale I thought it would be a great house for us and the babies to live in." he hugs her "The previous owners didn't want the furniture so they left it. If you don't like it we can get rid of whatever you want."
"No. I like what I've seen. Might want to move things around but I don't want to get rid of anything." she smiles hugging him back "Its perfect" she looks up at Angel pulling his lips down to meet hers "I love it" she whispers "and you."
Angel brushes his lips across hers "I love you too"
"Come on lets finish looking around" she grins pulling him out of the room. "What's behind door number two?" she laughs pulling the door open to find another bedroom. "Another bedroom. You know we're going to need sheets and stuff."
"We'll go shopping one night soon." he promises
"I love to shop"
"I know" he chuckles
"When did the last owners move out?" Chance asks
"A few months ago. After I signed the papers I had the agent send in cleaners to dust and stuff."
"Better them than me. I hate cleaning"
"I know." he sighs
"Oh shut up." she smacks his arm "Next room." she skips across the hallway to open the next door "Bathroom" she says "next" she pauses
"You OK?" Angel asks concerned
"Just a little dizzy" she says
"Baby you need to take it easy."
"I'm fine now." seeing his uncertain look she rolls her eyes "I am." she assures walking towards the next door.
Angel watches her carefully "Chance" he mutters
Chance opens the door walking in she turns on the light. "Wow" she whispers as the chandelier lights up the room. "Angel this is so cool"
Angel enters behind her seeing the darkly furnished library. "That it is. We'll have fun filling this room with books"
"Yeah" she smiles looking at the leather furniture and the old fashioned roller desk. "This room needs a few more things."
"Like what?" Angel asks wrapping his arms around her
"Promise not to laugh?" she tilts her head to look at him
"Of course I won't laugh" he promises
"Needs a beanbag chair by the fireplace."
Angel smiles "Whatever you want."
"Goody" she says happily turning she puts her arms around his neck "You spoil me."
"I know. I just can't help myself."
"I'm glad you can't." she laughs
Angel chuckles kissing her forehead "Lets go to the second floor. We should also go to the grocery store."
"We gotta get ice cream this time."
"We'll make a list before we go."
Chance kisses his cheek "Then lets go check out the rest of the house"
Angel leads her down the stairs to the second floor. "The second floor has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom has a bathroom with a jacuzzi bathtub, and a shower."
"Wanna see if the tubs big enough to have some fun?"
Angel shakes his head "You're insatiable aren't you."
She lifts her shoulders and smiles "I have an excuse what's yours?"
"I can't resist you." he cups her cheek "You are incredibly gorgeous like this" he moves his hands down to rest on her stomach "carrying our babies." he inhales deeply "Your scents different"
"How so?" she asks curiously
"Its hard to explain."
"OK" she shrugs "so wanna go see if the tubs big enough to play in?"
"Sounds like a good idea." he follows Chance into the master bedroom
Chance smiles at the sight of the big bed, fireplace, and window seat. "This room is awesome"
"Glad you like it"
"How can I not? Its perfect." she walks into the master bathroom and grins at the sight of the huge bathtub.
"So what's the verdict?" Angel asks
Chance looks at him over her shoulder with a smile "Looks like we're in for some bathtub fun." she walks out of the bathroom and notices the closet door. She opens it to find a large walk-in closet. "Nice closet" she walks out of the bedroom across the hall. She opens the door and turns on the light. "Hey Angel come here" she calls
Hearing her call for him he walks across the hall. "What is it?" he asks worried. He enters the nursery "Chance?"
Chance turns around "Look" she gestures to two brown teddy bears "who're these from?" she asks
"I don't know." Angel replies concerned
Chance notices a piece of paper on the lap of one of the bears. "Oh there's a note." she picks it up opening it she reads "Congratulations on your new additions to your family. Here is a gift from us at Sunnydale Real Estate Agency." Chance hands the note to Angel picking up one of the stuffed bears "They're so cute. Babies first gifts" she grins at Angel
Angel smiles back "We'll have to send them a thank you card"
"Yep"
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Chance looks at the list "Lets see what's left" she scans through the list "still need bread, cookies, chips, fruit, peanut butter, noodles, soup, and crackers." she says to Angel
"Chance you don't need cookies" Angel sighs
Chance glares at him "No cookies and you'll be sleeping on the couch"
Angel shakes his head "Fine."
"Oooh can't forget ice cream."
Angel follows her pushing the cart "You are a junk food addict"
Chance turns around her hands on her hips "And your point is?"
"Nothing" he protests
"Good" she grins walking again
Angel shakes his head 'Man I love that woman' he follows her to the frozen food aisle. "Chance I'm just saying you need to eat healthy."
"OK I'll grab some frozen peas and corn." she opens the freezer door to grab the packages she notices a package of lima beans. "Ooh lima beans." she looks at Angel with a grin "I love lima beans, peas and corn." she puts them in the cart. "Can you grab a couple cans of grape juice and apple juice?" she asks
"Sure"
Chance grabs a couple frozen lasagne entrees putting them in the cart. She heads for the ice cream as she reaches for coffee flavored ice cream when she's stopped
"Hands off." Angel says
"But..."
"You know how you get when you have it."
"I promise not to eat the whole carton in one sitting" she pleads
"No" he replies "you say that but the second I'm gone so will the ice cream. Go for something else."
"Oh fine" she grabs cartons of chocolate chip mint, vanilla, and chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream. "There"
"Meat?"
"Chicken and hamburger." she pauses "steak" she feels a slight craving for meat. She looks at Angel "I think they want steak soon"
"I'm not surprised" Angel smiles "You haven't had any real meat in a few days." he kisses her forehead "Alright meat it is." Angel pushes the cart down the aisle "I'll get that when I go to the butchers later. Now what?"
Fifteen minutes later Chance and Angel are standing in the checkout line "What next?" Chance asks tiredly
"We'll head back to the house but away the food then you are going to bed." he says moving up to the line watching at the checkout person scans the items putting them in bags.
"Its too early" she grumbles leaning against him "and we're hungry"
"It might be but its been a long day. I'll fix you something when I get back" he promises putting his arm around her shoulders he presses his lips to her hair.
Chance sighs looking up at him "Do you have too?"
Angel nods "I have somethings to take care of."
"Alright your total is a hundred and seventy-four dollars and thirty six cents." the cashier tells Angel
Angel takes out his wallet four fifty dollar bills. "Here"
"How long will you be gone?" Chance asks
"For a few hours." Angel says taking the change from the cashier. "Thanks" he nods to the cashier.
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"I'll be back before dawn. If your still craving meat I'll make you a steak for breakfast" Angel tells Chance "will you be OK?"
"Something tells me I will be." Chance looks up from her reading "I'm a big girl Angel. I can stay home by myself." she rolls her eyes
"I know baby, I just worry."
"We'll be fine. Just call if you aren't going to be back before dawn"
"I will." he promises kissing her forehead "Call if you need anything"
"Where are you going?" Chance asks
"I'm going to go see Giles then the butchers"
"Does he know we're here?"
Angel nods "I called him last night. I told him I'd stop by tonight."
"Oh." she runs her hands over her stomach "Just be back soon."
"I will. Just get some sleep"
"OK" she nods standing she follows him to the foyer.
Angel pulls her into his arms "I love you" he says softly tucking a loose strand of hair behind her ear.
"I love you too" she smiles meeting his lips in a tender kiss
Angel ends the kiss "Do you want me to wake you when I get back?"
"Yeah"
"I will then" he walks towards the door
Chance watches as Angel walks out of the house 'Well babies its just us. Daddy will be back later.' she strokes her stomach
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Angel reaches the front door of the apartment. He stands there remembering the last time he had been there. 'After Buffy died.' he lifts his hand knocking. As the door open he sees the familiar face of the former Watcher "Hello Giles" he greets
The grey haired man looks at the vampire before him "Its been a while." he moves aside allowing the vampire to enter. "How are you Angel?"
"Good. And you?"
Giles removes his glasses cleaning them with a handkerchief "Doing well as I can be." he puts on his glasses "Have a seat."
Angel nods moving to the armchair sitting "Giles I uh owe you an apology." he leans forward on his forearms he looks at the floor then at the elderly man
"For what?"
"Long before Buffy died she asked me to do something for her." he glances at the floor then looks at Giles "She made me promise that if anything happened to her I'd keep an eye on you guys... make sure nothing happened to any of you. When she asked me that I agreed thinking that I'd be able to." he sighs sitting up "I made her a promise and I couldn't do it."
"Angel, she'd understand why you left."
"I know. I owe you an apology for not staying and helping you guys."
"Its the past Angel. Buffy wouldn't want any of us to feel guilty for past events. How about we just start over." Giles suggests
Angel feels relieved "I think that would be good."
Giles smiles slightly "I take it your girlfriend's at home."
Angel nods "She's probably asleep."
"Willow told me that Chance reminds her a little of Buffy."
"Somewhat yes. Its probably because of the soul issue."
"Oh yes. It could be. Hard to believe that the Powers did that"
"With them I'm not surprised about anything anymore."
"Would you like some tea?" Giles asks
"Sure" Angel nods
Giles stands walking into the kitchen to put the kettle on. "How is the pregnancy going?"
Angel stands walking around the room "Pretty good. Willow says their doing good. Chance is taking everything in stride. She's not too happy about the fact that she craves meat still somewhat bloody but otherwise"
"And you?" Giles asks
Angel turns around looking at the former librarian "Mostly I worry about Chance. She has her hopes up too high."
"And you?"
Angel sighs "As far as I know the twins are my only biological family. I'd love it if they survived but I don't want to get my hopes up."
"You don't know for sure if there aren't anymore of your line?"
"Not really. For all I know I could have some great-great grandchildren somewhere." he shrugs "But it would be pretty much impossible to find out. I do know that all of my immediate family are dead... after all I was the one who killed them." he shakes his head
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Angel enters the bedroom to find Chance curled up asleep. He strips down to his boxers and pulls on a pair of pajama bottoms. He walks over to the bedroom window he pulls the heavy drapes shut then walks into the bathroom pulling the shade down. Returning to the bedroom he goes over to the bed sitting on the edge he looks down at his peacefully sleeping mate.
Sensing Angel near Chance slowly opens her eyes smiling sleepily at him "Your back."
"Of course. Are you still hungry?" when she shakes her head he smiles leaning down he kisses her cheek "alright then go back to sleep." he says
Chance sits up tilting her head "What's wrong?"
"Nothing."
"Then why do you look sad?"
Knowing she's picking up on his feelings he knows he can't lie "It was kind of hard to see Giles. It brought back a lot of memories."
"Oh."
"I'm OK. Why don't you go back to bed." Angel suggests
Chance shakes her head "Only if you come to bed too."
"I will" he promises
"Now?"
Angel nods "Move over."
Chance moves over laying down on her side
Angel gets under the covers curling his body against Chance's. He kisses her shoulder "Good night baby"
"Night" she mumbles
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