Bo.

Bo walked back and forth. The house had been cleared at her insistence, and now it was quiet. She checked the time over and over and plopped down in the nearest seat. She lifted her head and blew a breath into the air. She smiled as she brought her head back down. They are going to be parents again. Something Lauren had not been told yet before she fell asleep.

She looked a bit wiped even given who she is now, but Bo kicked them all out once Lauren fell asleep. It would be rude to have people hovering and talking over her once she was asleep. She looked at the time again and stood up. She would check on the girls first and then she would head back to her wife.

Aife and Queen Isabeau.

"I am so proud of Isabeau. She's really making progress through her paranoia". Aife beamed from her seat.

"She kicked us out pretty quickly. Now it is just her family under that roof. I am more than happy that Lauren is ok. That kid warms this old heart". Queen Isabeau smiled.

"Bo has no idea what is about to happen in her life. All good things. She's going to love all the changes in her wife too". Aife set her wine glass down. They had long toasted to the news.

"It all had to be done. For Lauren to live as long as we do, it had to be done. She would not survive as just a human. Pete made sure of it. The rest, her body will supply.". Queen Isabeau looked out the Hummer window as they pulled up to her castle.

Aife smiled as they were both helped out of the vehicle. She watched her mother climb the stairs and it was always wonderful to see. A true Royal going where she belongs. While some cannot wait for their mother or father to die to gain the throne, Aife is content watching her mother rule as she so deserves to.

The women walked down the long and elegant hall towards one of their many sitting rooms. They are going to be up for hours. Just when they were ready to retire to bed, Bo had called them all over. More like the Royal bells had rung. The young Royals had been busy. Aife had lost a bet to her mother. The Queen predicted Lauren would be pregnant soon. Aife had hoped Bo would wait a little longer but she gladly paid up when she was wrong.

"At least we got to see our girls before she put us out". Aife laughed as she walked to sit down.

"Charlotte and Chloe are going to love being big sisters! Queen Isabeau smiled.

"Quite a list Bo gave us. I guess we are in for another wedding. This one looks bigger than the last one". Aife rubbed her hands together as she read over a piece of paper.

"They really do love each other. To get married every time they have a child. We are going to need a bigger castle". Queen Isabeau laughed.

"I'll add twenty rooms to every wing. I'll get our Royal contractors on that starting tomorrow." Aife bit into an apple.

"Careful with the trees. Some of them are older than I am". Queen Isabeau looked out the window. The Royal courtyard could use some updating too. She was never one to settle on keeping their old house the same. So, once they start building on to the castle, they will start building on to the courtyard too.

Everyone has been on their best behavior. There is a peace going around the colony. As it should be with Bo and Lauren expecting again. They are not going to announce it, they are just going to give birth in private. Then announce it once they are ready. As much as the Queen loves the silence, she also loves being the one to prevent chaos in the future. She had already laid down orders on what she wants done with Bo and Lauren. Cedric and Bruce immediately went into action. Nothing would be a surprise regarding the Royals.

Bo

The Succubus smiled as she bounced Chloe in her arms. She had woken up crying. Bo changed her, checked on Charlotte and fell into the nearest rocking chair.

"You are our youngest, until Mama gives birth". Bo cooed as she kissed dark locks. Chloe had a tight grip on Bo's finger, and it took all that Bo had not to laugh. "You are going to have to go back to sleep so I can join your mother in bed". The brunette gently stood and walked over to Chloe's crib. She straightened the blankets before placing her down in it. She stood over her for a few minutes before kissing Charlotte and leaving the room with a baby monitor in her hand.

She kicked her sandals off and climbed into bed, behind Lauren. She gently moved over and took the doctor in her arms. Lauren moaned at the feel and Bo sighed at the sound. She smiled as she closed her eyes and waited for sleep. It did not come as fast as she hoped it would. So, she shifted in her position, pulling Lauren with her. She kissed blonde locks and stared at the ceiling.

This is what she wants to be. A wife, and a mother. Everything else will always come second. But her best work will come when she talks to the Doctor. When she tries to convince Lauren not to push it at work even though she works from home. The Doctor has the tendency to get lost in her work.

"Half a day. That's the way". Bo spoke softly. Lauren had not budged again, but the Succubus is sure she heard her loud and clear. She closed her eyes again and this time, sleep did come.

The next morning

The house was quiet. Bo blinked but did not move. No crying. No sound could be heard at all.

"Lauren". Bo spoke softly.

"Hmmm? Lauren moved in Bo's arms.

"Time to get up babe. We need to feed the kids, and you need to eat". Bo kissed the back of Lauren's head.

Lauren opened one eye and peeked at the clock. It was still early. But she has plenty of time to decide if she is going to work today.

"I think I will do a few consults today. Then call it a day". Lauren stretched after Bo had released her.

"We need to talk first". Bo smiled.

"I know". Lauren smiled over her shoulder.

"Tell me Doctor, what do you know? Bo moved closer.

"I'm pregnant". Lauren smiled as she bent Bo backwards over her lap and played with her hair.

"Well you just took the fun out of it". Bo smiled.

"Okay. You can tell me". Lauren smiled as she made eye contact.

"Wife of mine, we are expecting again". Bo tried to sit up, but Lauren had a strong grip on her shoulders.

"That's it? That is all you are going to say about it? Lauren raised an eyebrow.

"Oh, hush Lauren." Bo struggled to get free but still could not.

Lauren smiled as she bent over and kissed her wife. It was slow, hot and passionate. She held Bo's head in her hands and her fingers nearly got tangled in her hair.

"It would be so easy to stay in bed". Bo panted when Lauren finally released her.

"It would but we have mouths to feed." Lauren smiled as she stood.

"I can feed them while you shower". Bo offered as she pulled on her Kimono.

"I want to do that this morning". Lauren's eyes were pleading for Bo to let her do it.

"Of course". Bo bowed as she walked over to make the bed. It would keep her mind busy while Lauren showers. She had been a little selfish hogging the kids just about every morning since they were born. It also gave Bo some time to think about what she wants to do with the rest of her life. As far as work goes.

She could consult like Lauren does with PI's but the thought of having to leave home at the drop of a dime, does not sound as exciting. Lauren is pregnant now, that also takes precedence over anything else. They could have anything they want at any second by just asking the Queen. But Bo does not want to do that, just to do that.

This is all still so new to her. The house is still new. Their cars are still new. Luxury is still new. The Queen and Aife both look like they would never live poorly. Then there is Lauren. She could make big bucks in a matter of hours or less.

Tapping her foot, Bo was thinking more than she had ever thought before. On one hand she would love to just raise the kids while Lauren works. But that would mean she got more time with them than Lauren gets. So, she needs to do something that matched Lauren's workload.

She smiled when a thought finally came to mind. First breakfast with her wife and kids, then she would plan her next move.

Lauren smiled as she walked into the nursery. The girls were up and playing in their cribs. The blonde smiled as she touched their little feet. They laughed as she made faces at them.

"Mama loves you so, so much". Lauren smiled.

She could not wait any longer and picked the both of them up in her arms. They felt warm and soft. That room was never drafty. It will never be cold. She carried them to the table and changed them. Once they were washed and had fresh diapers and onesies on, she picked them up again and carried them downstairs.

She found Bo drinking some juice as she sat at the kitchen table. The brunette nodded and a couple of people walked over with food.

"We are being waited on this morning". Bo set her glass down as she helped Lauren with the twins.

"Good. Good". Lauren smiled as she settled in her seat to feed Charlotte and Chloe.

Bo watched them as she ate her own breakfast. It is a sight she would never tire of. Months ago, she did not have all of this. A family. She took another bite as Lauren fed them another bite.

"They are getting so big, and so fast". Bo smiled.

"They should be talking soon". Lauren said over her shoulder.

"Wait. What? Bo stopped.

"They are our kids Bo. They are never going to be ordinary". Lauren bit her lip.

"But still, I thought we would have a little while before they are teaching me Science words". Bo laughed.

Lauren laughed too. It was a nice sound that went around the dining room.

"Are you ready to talk Charly and Chloe? Bo cooed. The girls laughed at their mother and kicked their feet in their seats.

Lauren cleaned the girls up and finally joined Bo at the table. They both ate their food and made small talk until they were done. The small staff returned for the dishes and left them to their juice glasses.

"So". Bo said.

"So? Lauren replied.

"I do believe you owe me another wedding Dr. Lewis". Bo teased.

"After I give birth. I don't want to waddle down the aisle". Lauren laughed.

"That's not part of our deal ma'am. We did not set any stipulations". Bo laughed.

"Mrs. Dennis-Lewis, I am setting that stipulation right now". Lauren poked Bo in her side. The Succubus bent over in laughter and sat up straight again.

"I thought of what I want to do". Bo turned serious.

"What's that? Lauren asked.

"I'm going to be a PI again, but I will only work from home. I am going to hire someone that will do the leg work". Bo explained.

"Do you know who you want to hire for that? Lauren asked.

"No. But I know I need to be careful in that selection. I do not want a slouch. I will speak with the Queen about getting the word out. I have a family to protect so I can't just hire some thug off the street". Bo replied as she finished her juice.

"Whomever you choose, we will both make sure they are in this for the right reasons. They are my daughters too". Lauren wiped her mouth with a napkin.

"I'll try to keep it to human clients. I don't want Fae bullshit touching my house". Bo sat back in her seat.

"You're not thinking of Kenzi are you? Lauren asked.

"Of course not Lauren. I know what she has done. No Dagny either. She's still young and probably wouldn't take this as seriously as we do". Bo bit her lips trying to think of someone already.

"I know a lot of humans. I just haven't been in contact with them in a long, long time". Lauren rolled her tongue in her mouth.

"We don't have to come up with someone right now. I just wanted you to know where my head is. This could be good for us. I will work as much as you do. That way we will have equal time with the girls. I do not want them thinking one mother favors them over the other. We will both be close to them". Bo leaned forward.

"I work too much don't I? Lauren asked.

"You're not as bad as you could be". Bo smiled softly.

Laure nodded. Bo had given this a lot of thought. They have nothing to fear but still want to be good, protective parents. Even if she could reach her human friends, they could never come to the house. The kids might show blue eyes and they would wonder why they do that.

"Aife might help us feel some people out. Or we could get a Fae partner for you". Lauren filled her glass again.

"No, I want a Fae partner, but we'll be taking human cases. The Fae can protect themselves.". Bo sighed gently.

"Aife might be your partner. You know she will never mind getting her hands dirty". Lauren suggested.

"She's also royalty now. She may turn me down". Bo stood and took her glass to the kitchen.

The older Succubus already has her hands full being a Princess. The Queen assigned her duties, and she has not neglected one yet. Bo knows a lot of Fae. None of them are trustworthy. When she is done for the day, she will be done for the day. No extra bullshit is going to keep her from her own duties as a wife and mother.

But she did not have to have someone right now. So, it gives her plenty of time to feel someone out. Vex is a double no. Mark is a no because of his ties to Vex, and he is still young in the Fae world. Bo would probably conduct her search within the Royal security. None of them would dare cross the Queen or her family.

Charlotte and Chloe stared at their mothers as their mothers stared at each other. Lauren left them small amounts of Cheerios to play with.

"I better get started if I am only going to work a few hours". Lauren stood and kissed Bo. She walked to the babies and kissed them too before disappearing upstairs.

"She will be back". Bo smiled. They had followed Lauren with their little heads.

She played with them for a few minutes before pulling out a pen and paper to write on. She wrote down a few names. Either these people fled the colony or were dead at Fae hands.

Bruce is a Royal Guard. Cedric is his boss. So that leaves the two of them out. As much as Bo was ready to get to work, she had not established a name for her PI firm yet or had any clients yet.

Valhalla

"I need to get to Trick". Tamsin paced back and forth.

"He will never grant that". Freyja laughed.

"You don't know what you are talking about". Tamsin grimaced.

"You want him to send you back for good and to what? Be Bo's partner? Freyja laughed again.

"If Aife and Isabeau are good enough to go back, I am too". Tamsin stared ahead. It is really just about a five-minute walk to the old King's office. She did not have anything to bargain with. But she wanted to try. Try for Dagny. Her child is alone in the Fae world. Bo promised she would take care of her and she did not live up to that promise.

"There are several people you are not thinking of". Freyja laughed again.

"I can work Bo. She has a softness for pity stories". Tamsin twisted her lips.

"The Queen and Aife. One of them would have to come back for you to go back for good. There is no way Trick will allow that to happen to his wife or his daughter". Freyja said.

"He's had hundreds of years with Isabeau. I've barely spent ten minutes with my daughter". Tamsin replied.

"Then there's Lauren. Her going back was dependent on huge favors being cashed in. There's no way Trick will swap one of them for you". Freyja turned serious. The books would not just be unbalanced. They would probably burn from so much chaos.

"Bo is a grown woman. Aife is a grown woman. Trick's girls have what they need. My girl does not". Tamsin started to pace.

"If one of them returned Lauren would lose some of her life force. Bo would be a bigger pain in the ass. Not to mention how much the Queen and Aife love the Doctor. Your plan will never work. Let it go Tamsin.". Freyja warned the old Valkyrie.

"Then we can send Hale back". Tamsin suggested.

"No. He won't go back either. You're the only one that doesn't like it here." Freyja shrugged. They had still been confined to Hades front door. She was tiring of the place and their time there is almost up. They would see Trick soon. But not for the reasons Tamsin wants.

"I'll go ask Hale myself. When we get out of here". Tamsin seethed. Kenzi had raised her and did a good job. But now her daughter needs her mother. She just cannot let that be when she has a chance to change all of their lives.

TBC.