Title: A Not So Simple Life
Author: Chickiee-Dee
Rating: PG-13
Disclaimer: I don't own Alias or its characters.
Summary: Sequel to The Simple Life. AU. No SD-6 or CIA. Sydney and Vaughn are married. S/V. E/A.
Authors Notes: Thanks for all the reviews. I'm trying to get more inspiration for this, but it doesn't really seem to be happening…I'll try and update this fic at least once a month, I'm sorry that's about as good as I can do until I get some more direction…
ALIASobsessed-thanks for reviewing…
Chapter 20When Sydney woke up the next day, it was late morning, and remembering that her parents were planning to bring Madeline back home later, she decided to make the most of her alone-ness. Rummaging through her drawers, she found something that she deemed to be suitable to wear, and took it into the bathroom, dropping it on the closed toilet seat, while she undressed and adjusted the temperature of the water in the large shower stall.
Almost an hour later she emerged from the bathroom, her skin a pale shade of red from the heat of the water. Her newly washed hair was tied back in a simple ponytail, and she'd applied minimal makeup, going for a more natural look. Sydney pulled the doona up on the bed, straightening out the creases, before carefully arranging the throw pillows at the head. She slid the pink monkey slippers off her feet, and put a pair of black sandals on instead. Checking her appearance in the mirror one more time, she turned to one side and admired her growing belly, running her hands over the bump, "Hey Squirt, want some breakfast?" she asked it and was rewarded with a gentle kick. Smiling to herself Sydney went out to the kitchen counter, grabbing her purse, and heading out to the car, locking the door behind her.
Sydney drove towards the nearby café that her and Michael frequented with Madeline. She managed to find a parking space near the small establishment and climbed out of the car. "Hi Sydney," the woman behind the counter called when she saw Sydney come through the door. "Is Michael with you?" Sydney shook her head,
"He's at Cedars. Car accident."
"I'm sorry, how is he doing?"
"Still a long way to go, but he's getting there."
"Where's that beautiful little girl of yours?"
"Mum and Dad are looking after her for a couple of days, to give me a break."
"How's Squirt?"
"Everything's good. No complications so far."
"That's great. What can I get for you?"
"Mexican Chicken Wrap and Chocolate Frappe." Sydney looked around for a seat,
the café was reasonably full, so she elected to sit near the counter. "So how
far along are you now?" Kayla asked when she bought Sydney's drink over.
"Twenty-six weeks."
"Still a bit to go then."
"Yeah. We were saying yesterday that it's gone by so fast."
"Well you look great," Sydney blushed a little, "It's true, I wish I looked half as good as you do when I had my kids."
"You won't be saying that in a couple of months. I'll look like a pig."
"What does Michael think?"
"He told me that he thinks I'm beautiful anyway, but that when I'm pregnant I look even more beautiful."
"'Cause it's true."
"No, he's just trying to suck up, looking after his interests if ya know what I mean." Kayla chuckled and shook her head, going back behind the counter to continue working.
Sydney left an hour later after finishing her meal and having a chat with Kayla and the other women working with her. Climbing into the car again, she reversed out of the park and drove in the general direction of the mall. Driving around for at twenty minutes Sydney finally found a parking space reasonably close to the entrance of the shops and she stepped out of the car, stretching her aching muscles and rubbing her belly affectionately. Grabbing her purse from the passenger seat she locked the car and headed towards the shops. When she walked through the doors and onto the lower floor of the mall, Sydney noticed the odd looks that some people were giving her as she rubbed her thumb across the fabric that covered her rounded belly. Stepping onto the escalator Sydney made her way up to the upper floor, intent on finding her way through the crowds to the large department store at the far end of the mall.
Sydney finally arrived at the Hospital mid-afternoon, carrying a large plastic bag. "Hey baby." Michael looked over when he heard Sydney's voice.
"Hey beautiful. How's your day been?"
"It was great, Mum and Dad took Madeline again last night, so I had the morning to myself, so Squirt and I went shopping. We got you this." She handed him the bag, and looked at him strangely when he didn't open it. "Baby?"
"Syd, I can't open this." A look of realisation came across her face and she opened it for him, "Sorry baby, I forgot."
"No problem," he replied, looking at what she had bought him. "Sydney, I don't think I need a teddy, I'm a grown man." She laughed before explaining,
"Well, I thought you need someone to cuddle at night, since I can't, and this way you can. I got one for me too. It was Squirt's idea."
"Syd, you know I don't believe you, but thanks anyway." He gestured for her to come closer and she was rewarded when his lips met hers. When Sydney finally pulled away she was breathless, and she rested her forehead against his while she tried to catch her breath. "I love you Michael," she whispered, kissing his forehead.
"I love you Sydney." She kissed his forehead again and buried her head in his shoulder. Michael used the hand, which still had the IV attached to rub circles on her stomach, smiling when he felt their unborn child move. Sydney groaned, "Baby, you woke Squirt up. I was enjoying not having my insides kicked to death."
"Sorry sweetie, I just…I miss not being there with you right now…I miss being able to feel when our baby moves."
"I know Michael, I'm sorry, I didn't mean too…"
"Sydney, you don't need to apologise, I understand, and I don't mind…really." She looked up at him, an adoring look on her face, "You're too sweet."
"Nah…" he said blushing a little.
"Its true," she replied, rubbing her thumb across his cheek and down to his lips. She lifted her head and kissed him again, letting everything else melt away.
A/N: What did you think? I'll try and update again soon, but I'm not making any promises. Hope you enjoyed it…:heart: Alyce :D