A/N: Alright, so I'm sorry for the lack of updates. I went to NY, came
back in time for the Super Bowl (damn pats), my grandmother died, and then
my mom and I went back to NY on Wednesday and didn't come back till today.
I didn't get much done on my stories. In fact I only really worked on that
one chapter that I mentioned in the last A/N. This story is really coming
down to the last few. I thank you all for being with me through all the
trials and tribulations of this series. And no, Jeff and Casey are NOT
hooking up again. Lol It's amazing how many reviews tell me to put them
together. I don't think I ever really planned on them being together in
the end. Ah well, here's the next chapter. And no, it's not the last one.
*************
"I hate looking for baby names," I said cracking my neck as I sat on the bed in the hotel with Shane's lap top in front of me. He laughed and walked over in just a pair of jeans to kiss my cheek.
"It's not important what we call, er um, it, right now," he said combing back my hair.
"Yeah it is. We can't just call her or him it. We should pick a name."
"Shouldn't we find out what sex it is first?" he questioned crossing his arms.
"Hey, you have the envelope. You said you wanted to wait. So you're the reason we don't know right now," I smiled at him as I pushed myself off the bed. He put his hand softly on my stomach and bent down, pulling my shirt up, allowing my 5 month large stomach to show. He kissed it softly, causing me to giggle a bit, and spoke some quiet words to the baby.
"Yeah well you also said in the beginning that you wanted to be surprised," he said rising to his feet.
"Yes, I did. But I have recently changed my mind."
"So we want to know?"
"We want to know."
He took a deep breath and walked to his duffle bag. He pulled out a large envelop and sat on the bed. I sat next to him and waited as he held the envelope in his hand. "Are we sure about this?"
"Yeah, we're sure," I smiled nervously. He ripped open the top and pulled out the very professional looking paper. His eyes scanned down the page as I bit on my lip, waiting for the results. "Well?"
"Boy," he said with a nod.
"Boy, as in we're having a boy? Or boy that's shocking?"
"Which do you think?"
"I think you're being an asshole."
"Thought so. It's a boy," he smiled kissing my cheek.
"So now we have to find some good boys' names?"
"Looks that way. Any ideas? Cause I was kinda think his first name could be Gregory."
"I'm not calling my child a junior or anything stupid like that."
"We wouldn't. It'd just be Gregory. It's not like people call me that," he laughed.
"I know, but it just seems wrong."
"Well, I want Gregory," he insisted.
"Fine, Gregory what?"
"That's your job. I have to get to the arena. I'll see you later before the show," Shane said pulling on a black sweater. "Call my cell if you need me. I love you." I leaned down and kissed me tenderly. He patted my stomach and smiled. "And I love you too little Gregory."
"Oh Lord," I rolled my eyes. "I'll see you later. Love you." He threw his duffle bag over his shoulder and left the room. I sighed and went back to my search for names. "Middle names? This is gonna be one hellashis search."
***************
I yawned as I walked down the long hall, passing familiar techs along the way, and waving to a select few. I was a bit early, but I was excited to tell Shane that I had found a middle name for our baby. There was only one name it could be. I started for catering, which wasn't shocking to anyone at that point in my pregnancy, and saw Chad standing with a 6 month pregnant Trish. I smiled and walked up to her.
"What are you doing here?" I asked placing my hands on my hips. She turned and smiled largely at me, giving me a large hug.
"I convinced Chad to drive the 2 hours here to visit everyone. You?" she said.
"Shane," I replied.
"You look good. How do you feel?"
"Well, I'm alright. The pains are starting to set in more and more each day. And he's now started kicking me which is just simply pleasant," I joked.
"Yeah, I'm right there with you. So you're having a boy? You guys decided to look finally?"
"Yep, Gregory Adam Helms," I smiled rubbing my stomach.
"Awe, that's so cute!" she cried out. "So you're having a boy and I'm having girls. Damn, that's just perfect!"
"I know, couldn't be any better," I smiled. Then it hit me, she said girls, as in plural. "Wait, girls?!"
"Yeah, we're having twins. Main reason I'm like 10 times fatter than I should be," she laughed.
"She's not fat. She's beautiful," Chad piped in placing a kiss on Trish's cheek.
"Twins? Wow, that's a handful, huh?"
"Yeah, should be interesting."
"So thought of names?"
"Yeah, one will be Ryan Elizabeth and the other will be Bridget May," Trish smiled.
"Those are beautiful names," I replied.
"Yeah, we think so," Chad said. "But we should be going."
"Awe, baby, we just got here," Trish pouted.
"Yeah, like an hour ago," he laughed. "Besides, you heard what the doctor said, you need plenty of rest. And I'm going to see to it that you get that rest."
"Isn't he so sweet?" Trish swooned.
"The sweetest," I shook my head.
"Well, I'll talk to you soon. Take care of that baby of yours," Trish hugged me.
"The best of care. Make sure that you take care of yours. Twins, that's amazing," I sighed.
"Love ya girl," Trish smiled as they started walking away.
"Love ya too," I called after her.
"You're looking beautiful kiddo," Adam grinned as he walked towards me in his ring gear.
"Thank you," I nodded at him with a knowing smile. He wrapped his arms around me and kissed my cheek.
"How are you doing?"
"Just peachy," I laughed. "We found out the sex."
"Oh? And what are you having?"
"A boy," I smiled.
"That's great. Congratulations!" he laughed.
"Yeah, and it's not official yet, I still have to talk to Shane, but umm, his name is going to be Gregory Adam Helms."
"Oh Case, that's, that's great. That really means a lot to me," he said placing another kiss on my cheek.
"Well, I just wanted to tell you."
"Baby, there you are. I've been looking for ya," Shane greeted me. He patted my stomach and smiled at Adam. "Doesn't she look great?"
"Yeah, she does," Adam nodded.
"Did you see Trish?"
"Yeah, I did. Did you hear about the twins?" I questioned.
"I sure did. Isn't that awesome? Wouldn't it be something if we were really having twin boys?" Shane asked excitedly. Adam started laughing as my face fell.
"I'll see you soon kiddo," Adam said as he walked off.
"Twin boys?" I choked out.
"Yeah, that would be something," he grinned.
"There aint no way in hell I'm having twin," I exclaimed placing my hands on my hips.
"Well honey, I don't think that's something would could stop if you were."
"Oh I would be finding someway. Cause I'm not having twins!" I screeched at him as I started walking down the hall.
**************
"Thanks Jeff for comin over and helping me with the crib," I sighed as I brushed a sweaty chunk of hair off my face.
"No problem. Although if I had known that your air conditioner was broken, I may have just changed my mind," he chuckled wiping his face with a towel.
"Exactly why I didn't tell you," I grinned. The weather was incredibly hot. July was here in full force. The temperatures had been reaching 95 or more that whole week, which wasn't very comfortable for a woman in her 8th month of pregnancy, only 3 weeks from my due date. That morning the air conditioner had broken in the house and I was feeling the affects of the heat in its full power. Jeff had come over to help me finish up the baby's room since he home to sell an injury. Shane was off to New England for a few television appearances and a couple house shows. Jeff was finishing up the crib as I sat in the rocking chair that sat by the window.
"You alright?" he asked as I started taking in deep breaths air.
"Yeah, it's just so hot," I shook my head.
"Wanna get out of here and go to a restaurant or someplace with air conditioning?"
"No, I'll be fine."
"Okay," he replied unsure as he screwed on the last bolt. "Alright, I'm done." He smiled proudly.
I bent over in my chair in pain and cried out. Jeff ran to me quickly and grabbed my hand tightly. I started my breathing techniques I had learned in my delivery classes.
"Casey, what's wrong?" Jeff asked frantically.
I sat up and took deep breaths. "I think it's time."
"But you still have 3 weeks!" he exclaimed helping me stand.
"Explain that to little Gregory here!" I yelled as we descended the stairs.
"Well, are you sure it's not false labor?" he questioned as I bent over in pain again.
"Positive!" I screamed out. I stood up and did my breathing once again as Jeff ran to the phone to call the hospital and Shane.
"Shane's taking the next flight out. He's gonna try to be here," Jeff said as he grabbed my hospital and walked me out to the car.
"He has to be here!" I cried.
"He's going to try his hardest babe. Really, he is," Jeff said as we took off down the road.
*************
I was positive my screams could be heard throughout the entire hospital. Jeff was there the whole time to hold my hand, wipe my forehead, and kiss my fears away. Finally, after 3 hours of labor, I gave birth to my son.
"He's beautiful," Jeff smiled down at me as I held Gregory in my arms. "He's got your eyes. And your smile."
"I can't believe that Shane and I made this. It's amazing," I bit on my lip. "Thank you Jeff."
"For what?"
"For being here since Shane couldn't be. And for helping me deliver my son. I couldn't have done it without."
"Babe, for years I've been telling you that you are strong. Strong enough to do it all by yourself. This is no different from any other time. You could have done it without me. You could have made this on your own."
"No, I couldn't have. Jeff, you gave me the strength to go on. That last push, I couldn't have done it if you hadn't been her, telling me that I could. Jeff you're my reason, you're my strength. Without you, I'd be nothing."
"I love you Case," he smiled.
"I love you too," I said as he bent down to kiss my cheek.
"Well, do we have a name for the baby?" the nurse asked as she walked into the room.
"Gregory Nero Helms," I smiled.
"Nero? But thought Adam was going to be his middle name," Jeff shook his head.
"It was. But because of your heroicness and ability to be calm under this much pressure and for being there for me today, I think his middle name should stand for something strong. And I think Nero is just the name he needs."
"Shouldn't you wait for Shane to make that sort of decision?"
"Shane's not here. And he gave me the responsibility to give our son his middle name. And I choose Nero," I said handing Nero to Jeff. "It fits. Jeff he loves you. And he doesn't even know you. When we decide on who's going to be the godparents. I'm goin to pull for you Jeff. I want you to be his godfather."
"Casey, I don't know what to say. Thank you I guess," he said as Nero nuzzled into his chest.
"I'm here! Did I make it in time!?" Shane exclaimed as he ran into the hospital room.
"Sorry, I couldn't hold him in any longer," I laughed.
"Damn, I'm sorry Angel," Shane said walking towards the bed.
"It's alright. Jeff was there, the whole way," I nodded.
"Thanks Jeff. That means a lot," Shane smiled as Jeff handed over the baby.
"Shane, I want you to meet your son. Gregory Nero Helms," I smiled.
"Nero? I thought you had decided on Adam."
"Well, yes, but I think he should have Jeff's middle name in thanks for everything that he did today."
"Anything you want," Shane said kissing Nero's small forehead. "Happy Birthday Nero. Welcome to a very loving and large family. We'll support you through everything. Through the good times and the bad times and anything in between. Your mother and I love you, and we're so happy you've finally made it into the world."
*************
"I hate looking for baby names," I said cracking my neck as I sat on the bed in the hotel with Shane's lap top in front of me. He laughed and walked over in just a pair of jeans to kiss my cheek.
"It's not important what we call, er um, it, right now," he said combing back my hair.
"Yeah it is. We can't just call her or him it. We should pick a name."
"Shouldn't we find out what sex it is first?" he questioned crossing his arms.
"Hey, you have the envelope. You said you wanted to wait. So you're the reason we don't know right now," I smiled at him as I pushed myself off the bed. He put his hand softly on my stomach and bent down, pulling my shirt up, allowing my 5 month large stomach to show. He kissed it softly, causing me to giggle a bit, and spoke some quiet words to the baby.
"Yeah well you also said in the beginning that you wanted to be surprised," he said rising to his feet.
"Yes, I did. But I have recently changed my mind."
"So we want to know?"
"We want to know."
He took a deep breath and walked to his duffle bag. He pulled out a large envelop and sat on the bed. I sat next to him and waited as he held the envelope in his hand. "Are we sure about this?"
"Yeah, we're sure," I smiled nervously. He ripped open the top and pulled out the very professional looking paper. His eyes scanned down the page as I bit on my lip, waiting for the results. "Well?"
"Boy," he said with a nod.
"Boy, as in we're having a boy? Or boy that's shocking?"
"Which do you think?"
"I think you're being an asshole."
"Thought so. It's a boy," he smiled kissing my cheek.
"So now we have to find some good boys' names?"
"Looks that way. Any ideas? Cause I was kinda think his first name could be Gregory."
"I'm not calling my child a junior or anything stupid like that."
"We wouldn't. It'd just be Gregory. It's not like people call me that," he laughed.
"I know, but it just seems wrong."
"Well, I want Gregory," he insisted.
"Fine, Gregory what?"
"That's your job. I have to get to the arena. I'll see you later before the show," Shane said pulling on a black sweater. "Call my cell if you need me. I love you." I leaned down and kissed me tenderly. He patted my stomach and smiled. "And I love you too little Gregory."
"Oh Lord," I rolled my eyes. "I'll see you later. Love you." He threw his duffle bag over his shoulder and left the room. I sighed and went back to my search for names. "Middle names? This is gonna be one hellashis search."
***************
I yawned as I walked down the long hall, passing familiar techs along the way, and waving to a select few. I was a bit early, but I was excited to tell Shane that I had found a middle name for our baby. There was only one name it could be. I started for catering, which wasn't shocking to anyone at that point in my pregnancy, and saw Chad standing with a 6 month pregnant Trish. I smiled and walked up to her.
"What are you doing here?" I asked placing my hands on my hips. She turned and smiled largely at me, giving me a large hug.
"I convinced Chad to drive the 2 hours here to visit everyone. You?" she said.
"Shane," I replied.
"You look good. How do you feel?"
"Well, I'm alright. The pains are starting to set in more and more each day. And he's now started kicking me which is just simply pleasant," I joked.
"Yeah, I'm right there with you. So you're having a boy? You guys decided to look finally?"
"Yep, Gregory Adam Helms," I smiled rubbing my stomach.
"Awe, that's so cute!" she cried out. "So you're having a boy and I'm having girls. Damn, that's just perfect!"
"I know, couldn't be any better," I smiled. Then it hit me, she said girls, as in plural. "Wait, girls?!"
"Yeah, we're having twins. Main reason I'm like 10 times fatter than I should be," she laughed.
"She's not fat. She's beautiful," Chad piped in placing a kiss on Trish's cheek.
"Twins? Wow, that's a handful, huh?"
"Yeah, should be interesting."
"So thought of names?"
"Yeah, one will be Ryan Elizabeth and the other will be Bridget May," Trish smiled.
"Those are beautiful names," I replied.
"Yeah, we think so," Chad said. "But we should be going."
"Awe, baby, we just got here," Trish pouted.
"Yeah, like an hour ago," he laughed. "Besides, you heard what the doctor said, you need plenty of rest. And I'm going to see to it that you get that rest."
"Isn't he so sweet?" Trish swooned.
"The sweetest," I shook my head.
"Well, I'll talk to you soon. Take care of that baby of yours," Trish hugged me.
"The best of care. Make sure that you take care of yours. Twins, that's amazing," I sighed.
"Love ya girl," Trish smiled as they started walking away.
"Love ya too," I called after her.
"You're looking beautiful kiddo," Adam grinned as he walked towards me in his ring gear.
"Thank you," I nodded at him with a knowing smile. He wrapped his arms around me and kissed my cheek.
"How are you doing?"
"Just peachy," I laughed. "We found out the sex."
"Oh? And what are you having?"
"A boy," I smiled.
"That's great. Congratulations!" he laughed.
"Yeah, and it's not official yet, I still have to talk to Shane, but umm, his name is going to be Gregory Adam Helms."
"Oh Case, that's, that's great. That really means a lot to me," he said placing another kiss on my cheek.
"Well, I just wanted to tell you."
"Baby, there you are. I've been looking for ya," Shane greeted me. He patted my stomach and smiled at Adam. "Doesn't she look great?"
"Yeah, she does," Adam nodded.
"Did you see Trish?"
"Yeah, I did. Did you hear about the twins?" I questioned.
"I sure did. Isn't that awesome? Wouldn't it be something if we were really having twin boys?" Shane asked excitedly. Adam started laughing as my face fell.
"I'll see you soon kiddo," Adam said as he walked off.
"Twin boys?" I choked out.
"Yeah, that would be something," he grinned.
"There aint no way in hell I'm having twin," I exclaimed placing my hands on my hips.
"Well honey, I don't think that's something would could stop if you were."
"Oh I would be finding someway. Cause I'm not having twins!" I screeched at him as I started walking down the hall.
**************
"Thanks Jeff for comin over and helping me with the crib," I sighed as I brushed a sweaty chunk of hair off my face.
"No problem. Although if I had known that your air conditioner was broken, I may have just changed my mind," he chuckled wiping his face with a towel.
"Exactly why I didn't tell you," I grinned. The weather was incredibly hot. July was here in full force. The temperatures had been reaching 95 or more that whole week, which wasn't very comfortable for a woman in her 8th month of pregnancy, only 3 weeks from my due date. That morning the air conditioner had broken in the house and I was feeling the affects of the heat in its full power. Jeff had come over to help me finish up the baby's room since he home to sell an injury. Shane was off to New England for a few television appearances and a couple house shows. Jeff was finishing up the crib as I sat in the rocking chair that sat by the window.
"You alright?" he asked as I started taking in deep breaths air.
"Yeah, it's just so hot," I shook my head.
"Wanna get out of here and go to a restaurant or someplace with air conditioning?"
"No, I'll be fine."
"Okay," he replied unsure as he screwed on the last bolt. "Alright, I'm done." He smiled proudly.
I bent over in my chair in pain and cried out. Jeff ran to me quickly and grabbed my hand tightly. I started my breathing techniques I had learned in my delivery classes.
"Casey, what's wrong?" Jeff asked frantically.
I sat up and took deep breaths. "I think it's time."
"But you still have 3 weeks!" he exclaimed helping me stand.
"Explain that to little Gregory here!" I yelled as we descended the stairs.
"Well, are you sure it's not false labor?" he questioned as I bent over in pain again.
"Positive!" I screamed out. I stood up and did my breathing once again as Jeff ran to the phone to call the hospital and Shane.
"Shane's taking the next flight out. He's gonna try to be here," Jeff said as he grabbed my hospital and walked me out to the car.
"He has to be here!" I cried.
"He's going to try his hardest babe. Really, he is," Jeff said as we took off down the road.
*************
I was positive my screams could be heard throughout the entire hospital. Jeff was there the whole time to hold my hand, wipe my forehead, and kiss my fears away. Finally, after 3 hours of labor, I gave birth to my son.
"He's beautiful," Jeff smiled down at me as I held Gregory in my arms. "He's got your eyes. And your smile."
"I can't believe that Shane and I made this. It's amazing," I bit on my lip. "Thank you Jeff."
"For what?"
"For being here since Shane couldn't be. And for helping me deliver my son. I couldn't have done it without."
"Babe, for years I've been telling you that you are strong. Strong enough to do it all by yourself. This is no different from any other time. You could have done it without me. You could have made this on your own."
"No, I couldn't have. Jeff, you gave me the strength to go on. That last push, I couldn't have done it if you hadn't been her, telling me that I could. Jeff you're my reason, you're my strength. Without you, I'd be nothing."
"I love you Case," he smiled.
"I love you too," I said as he bent down to kiss my cheek.
"Well, do we have a name for the baby?" the nurse asked as she walked into the room.
"Gregory Nero Helms," I smiled.
"Nero? But thought Adam was going to be his middle name," Jeff shook his head.
"It was. But because of your heroicness and ability to be calm under this much pressure and for being there for me today, I think his middle name should stand for something strong. And I think Nero is just the name he needs."
"Shouldn't you wait for Shane to make that sort of decision?"
"Shane's not here. And he gave me the responsibility to give our son his middle name. And I choose Nero," I said handing Nero to Jeff. "It fits. Jeff he loves you. And he doesn't even know you. When we decide on who's going to be the godparents. I'm goin to pull for you Jeff. I want you to be his godfather."
"Casey, I don't know what to say. Thank you I guess," he said as Nero nuzzled into his chest.
"I'm here! Did I make it in time!?" Shane exclaimed as he ran into the hospital room.
"Sorry, I couldn't hold him in any longer," I laughed.
"Damn, I'm sorry Angel," Shane said walking towards the bed.
"It's alright. Jeff was there, the whole way," I nodded.
"Thanks Jeff. That means a lot," Shane smiled as Jeff handed over the baby.
"Shane, I want you to meet your son. Gregory Nero Helms," I smiled.
"Nero? I thought you had decided on Adam."
"Well, yes, but I think he should have Jeff's middle name in thanks for everything that he did today."
"Anything you want," Shane said kissing Nero's small forehead. "Happy Birthday Nero. Welcome to a very loving and large family. We'll support you through everything. Through the good times and the bad times and anything in between. Your mother and I love you, and we're so happy you've finally made it into the world."
