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And So It Is
Chapter 12
I was going to hell.
After I heard of the news that Barbara lost the baby.. I was happy. 'Thrilled' would be the more fitting word. To think the stupid bitch fell down the stairs after an argument with Richard and now she lost his heir... which I still have. I knew it was wrong to be happy over someone else's misfortune. I knew that nothing good would come of my feelings. I also knew that karma was a bitch and I would definitely be getting bit in the ass in the near future. And yet I couldn't help myself... I was ecstatic.
That night, after Mandy burst into the room and told us of the news I felt unbelievably sick.. but then that feeling seemed to float away and I was filled with this warmth. I felt so warm and glowing with happiness, I couldn't even begin to describe where it came from, but I didn't want it to leave. I decided against going to the hospital with Mandy and my mother, but I sent my condolences anyways. I laid on my bed and thought about everything that had happened. Even though she lost the baby, I knew he wasn't about to dump her. He had more respect for her than that, at least I think he does. Although he did leave me right out of high school. But I knew him and he did have a sense of right and wrong. She was hurt and vulnerable and he wouldn't abandon her, and I wouldn't let him.. although a part of me, a huge part of me, wanted him to.
So now, weeks later, I stood at the bottom of the grand stair case with a hand resting over my very apparent pregnant belly welcoming guests to my birthday party. The Roberto Cavalli backless, black, satin gown was wonderful and made me look radiant with my bulging stomach. But who I was kidding, I was pregnant and glowing. It was really odd, one could not tell I was pregnant except for the fact of my stomach. It seems all the weight I've gained from my constant cravings of chocolate fudge cake, pizza with mint frosting, and bottles and bottles of mustard only went to my stomach. Another thing I found funny was the idea of 'morning sickness'. That was such bullshit especially when I felt sick at any time, but morning. But that stage, thank god, already passed. Now it seems, at 5 and a half months pregnant, I was in the completely and utterly horny stage.
For the past few days, I have not been able to get over this constant arousal I felt. I could feel myself getting hot at this moment, with Xavier's hand pressed into the small of my bare back as we greeted people. I unconsciously rubbed my thighs together, under my dress, trying to relieve some building pressure. My stomach wasn't too large to where I couldn't have sex, I just haven't really wanted to. I was pregnant and the fact that I would be doing that with a child growing inside me kind of freaked me out. I haven't had sex since New Years... and now it was highly taking it's toll on me.
I excused myself from Xavier and made my way towards the rest room. I really needed to cool down my face, I felt extremely flushed and I knew I would definitely have to 'relieve' myself later. I was almost to the restroom when Rachel grabbed me and pulled me aside. She hugged me tightly and ran her hand over my stomach.
"Wow the baby is moving all the time."
I nodded, "Yeah. He's very active."
Rachel grinned, "So, you're having a boy?"
"Well, I wanted to keep it a secret, but yeah. I'm having a boy. Shhh, don't tell anyone though."
Rachel squealed and hugged me again, "Well I have news too."
I looked at her expectantly, waiting for her to spill it when she flashed her left hand in front of my face. I looked at her hand, in particular, her ring finger. A gorgeous emerald cut sapphire sat surrounded by diamonds on a platinum setting. I was guessing it was at least 3 carats. Absolutely breathtaking. Garfield knew her well. He was always attuned to her favorite colors, which were a dark violet and midnight blue. The stone was dazzling and from the huge, blinding smile on her face.. I knew she was a very happy woman.
"Wow," I hugged her tightly and kissed her cheek, "It's beautiful. Congratulations. Where is he? I mean, wow this is so wonderful." I was so completely happy for her. I love her so much and of course I was just.. so damn thrilled. She ran off to go find Garfield and I watched her for a moment before I heard a deep voice close to my ear.
"Beautiful ring." He whispered and I nearly jumped out of my skin. I kept my head forward, I didn't want him to notice my pregnancy yet.
"God, Richard. You are gonna give me a heart attack. Where's Babs? She did come, didn't she?" I asked, fanning my face for some air. Damn, the room seemed to heat up like thirty degrees.
"She's over talking to Xavier." I felt his warm hand on my bare shoulder and instantly was wet. Dammit, this is like cruel and unusual punishment. I cannot ever remember being this horny, I was always able to control myself . I took a few deep calming breaths and tried to relax.
"I'm sorry about the accident." I said quietly.
"Babs took it very hard, but with the way we have been fighting.. I'm almost relieved we didn't bring a child into the world. No doubt we wouldn't have stayed together long." He ran his thumb in a small circle over my skin.
"Y..you've been fighting?" I tried to still my voice and failed miserably. Fuck, I'm stuttering now? What the fuck is wrong with me. His soft caresses were really getting to me and I felt like I could cum on command. He really needed to stop before I embarrassed myself. Quickly, I turned around to face him.
Big mistake.
Our faces were so close, I could feel his warm breath on my lips. I stepped back a little. This could not go over well. His eyes roamed over my body and stopped on my protruding stomach. FUCK. I forgot he didn't know, Hell... I forgot I was pregnant. The only thing I didn't forget was the fact I wanted him bad and I was on the verge of throwing him down and fucking him until he couldn't walk.
His eyes stayed on my stomach, "She doesn't even wear her engagement ring anymore." His face clearly said that he was deep in thought, and then his eyes darkened considerably.
"I'm going to kill him." It was a simple statement, but his voice was so deep and hard. It scared me.
"Huh?" Yes, I know. Not the most intelligent thing to say, but I had no idea what he was thinking.
He continued staring intently at my stomach, probably trying to assess how far along I was. "I can't believe that asshole. I'm going to kill him. Touching what is mine. Tainting my beautiful Kori."
He seemed to be talking more to himself than me, he looked up into my eyes and ran his fingers along my cheek softly. I stared into his clouded blue eyes, unsure of what he was thinking or who he was talking about. I rested my hand on top of his and took a deep breath.
"Richard, what are you talking about?"
He leaned close to me and kissed me sweetly. It wasn't a deep, passionate kiss, but beautiful and simple in itself. His lips were soft and warm and I felt like I could float away in it. His kiss made me want to completely surrender myself to him. At that moment, no one else was there. I knew there was probably a crowd full of people watching us, but I didn't care. He kissed me like I was the only thing that mattered to him, and I believed it.
He slowly pulled back and stared into my eyes, "Xavier got you pregnant. I'm going to kill him." He said it calmer than before, but it was still no less frightening. I rolled my eyes and pulled away from him.
"You are such a fucking prick." I could feel my eyes getting teary and I knew my hormones were going crazy.
"You don't mind that he got you pregnant?" His eyes were wide with disbelief. I slapped him, hard.
"Fuck, I hate you Richard Grayson. You don't love me, you just love the idea of me. You wanted Babs.. you got her, but you can't stand the fact of someone else getting what was once yours. You aren't a spoiled child and I'm not your fucking toy! You get all possessive on me and want no one else to have me when you are out screwing half of Gotham's high society, and those you aren't fucking.. you either already have or they are men. I don't know if you were ever faithful to me and honestly I don't care anymore, but I know for a fact you aren't faithful to Babs. I know that besides me, you were fucking a few other women! Kitten and Terra being two of them. You can't keep it in your fucking pants! You don't give a fuck about me until you find out I'm pregnant, it's like I'm some sort of game to you, and now that you can't play with me.. you're angry. Well fuck you!"
I knew I went overboard. But I was angry and horny and my hormones were out of control. I had no idea if he was fucking Terra or Kitten, but by the look on his face I would say I wasn't far off from the truth. I turned around again and looked at him.
"Just so you know, I'm almost six months pregnant and when was the last time we fucked... oh that's right, almost six months ago. New Years day to be correct. So yes, I'm pregnant with your child. But don't you think for one goddamn second, that I'm going to let you get anywhere near him." With that I turned and made my way quickly up the stairs.
I was happy I told him off. I was so sick of his shit, he could be such a complete asshole, but I loved him more than anything in this world. I made my way down the long winding hallways to Mandy's room, I opened the door and walked in.
"Mandy, you won't believe what just happen.." I froze. There was Mandy getting fucked doggy style by Xavier. They both stopped also. We just stared at each other. It could have been a really funny moment, except for the fact I was still angry with Richard.
"Oh, don't stop on my account." My voice was bitterly sarcastic. Xavier winced at the tone of my voice and Mandy tried to scramble away from him. Honestly, I really didn't care they were fucking. I mean yes, it hurt a little, but it wasn't like it was the end of the world. It was just a little upsetting to realize that all men were cheating bastards. I was also disappointed in Xavier, he was always so devoted to me. Hah, good act.
"Kori.." Xavier pleaded.
"It's not what I think?" I finished for him, and arched a brow, "Well, you claim to love me and want to marry me and here you are fucking my sister. How long has this been going on?"
"This was the first time"
"A month."
They said at the same time. I looked at Xavier intently. "A liar too? I know Mandy has no reason to lie, but you try to tell me this was the first time. On my birthday no less?"
I rolled my eyes and turned around, "Well go ahead and finish what you've started. You guys make a fabulous couple."
I turned and went to my bedroom, rubbing my fingers over my temples. This was just the best birthday ever. I needed a hot soapy bath. I knew there was a huge party going on downstairs, but I seriously doubt anyone would miss me. Yes, a bath would be perfect.
Long after everyone went home from the 'best part of the year' or so some people were overheard saying, I was soaking in the bathtub, with bubbles up to my neck. I slowly trailed fingers along my stomach where the baby was moving about a lot.
"My son, my baby.. what shall I name you?"
"Samuel?" No.
"Brandon?" No.
"Michael?" Maybe.
"Adrien?" No.
"Robert?" Maybe.
"Laurence?" No.
"Anthony?" No.
"James?" Maybe.
"Richard?" Fuck No.
I continued rubbing my belly and sighed. I was going to have to name my son and he would be stuck with that name until he was old enough to change it. I frowned. And more importantly, what of a last name? Should he take Anders and completely block away knowledge of his father or should I do the right, respectable thing and give him Grayson?
I had a lot to think about and a lot to plan for the future.
