AN: Sorry my fellow readers, but this will be the last chapter for a while b/c I was typing what was already written. So that means I have to write some more chapters before I update again, which may take a while. Sorry. Well, on with the story!

Forever Love

Part 10

Christine woke to the feel of someone playing with her hair. She smiled into Erik's chest before sitting up.

"How are you feeling?"

"Honestly, I feel as though I have a knife lodged in my stomach!" She frowned, knowing she had to tell him.

"Erik?"

"Yes love?"

"When you where shot, the bullet…. Erik, you can't walk anymore. I'm so sorry." Christine began to sob uncontrollably, not able to meet his gaze. He brought his hand to cup her face, while wiping her tears away.

"Do not be sorry for something that is not your fault. I will be fine, paralysis or not." Christine felt her stomach twist on knots again for the second time this week. She knew what it was, but was afraid that it was not the right time to tell him. She quickly ran for the chamber pot and threw up yet again. Erik tried to get up but it was no use.

"Christine are you alright?" no answer. She soon came back to his side, debating whether or not to tell him.

"What's on your mind that's troubling you so?" It was now or never. Christine placed his hand on her stomach and his eyes widened with realization.

"I'm pregnant Erik." He pulled her to him, kissing her with all the love he possessed.

"Ouch!" Christine pulled away and looked at him.

"Sorry, I didn't mean to do that."

"Nonsense, that was my fault. I should be more careful." She kissed him again, then went to get Elena. When she returned, Elena almost attacked him, she was so glad to see him.

"Papa! You're alright. I knew you would make it!" she hugged him then let go at Erik's groan of pain. He smiled at her, then looked at Christine.

"Does Elena know yet?" she looked at her mother quizzically.

"Know what mama?" Christine smiled as would any mother in her condition.

"You're going to have a little brother or sister soon." Elena's eyes lit up with excitement.

"Really!" They both nodded.

"One more thing, Elena please take it easy on your father. He can not walk for a while. We don't know for how long, but please try to understand, alright."

"I understand mama. I love you papa." Erik kissed her forehead.

"I love you too, now get some sleep." She kissed him goodnight and left the room.

"The doctor will be by tomorrow with your wheelchair. Please at least give it a chance before you say no."

"I will, don't worry. I love you, no matter what happens. I promise I will walk again." Christine cuddled in his arms and fell asleep, knowing life would never be the same again.

AN: Hope you liked that! Well that's the last chapter for a while, but please hang in there. There's still more to come!

Your loving authoress,

Fallen Mask