The Wolf's Pup
BY: Shiki136
CHAPTER 8: Endless Giggles
Bradbury Central Hospital, the best place to go to when you're fatally injured or just hurt in general within Hellsalem's Lot. The facility is always full and the staff always kept busy twenty-four seven, plus or minus the occasional major disaster. There are, of course, times in which a villain makes its way into the building just to cause problems, nothing that can't be handled by the staff. To top it off, the hospital has made itself a place of sanctuary whenever a patient is in need of dire medical assistance, doesn't matter whether they're wanted, on the run, or escaped jail; if they need attention by the staff, help they shall. As of the moment, there's an issue not even they know if it can be handled. News reporters and journalists circled the hospital, blocking both exits and entrances. The only thing keeping them back is the hospital security and property.
In one of the rooms, stood a young woman with raven hair and amethyst eyes, looking out the window into the white covered world. Dressed in hospital blue pajamas, her left hand on her chin as her right hand rested in the angle it formed. The cities towers towering the hospital, the only view she had of the outside was covered by shrub and trees, and through the small openings, she saw the flashes of cameras. Just within the fence, patrolling the border were security, making sure to catch anyone climbing over it or hiding in the bushes.
*Chain's POV*
"Chain." I pull out of my thoughts upon hearing K.K.'s voice.
I turn around and see her sitting, Alex in her arms. The rest of Libra, minus Leo and the monkey, were present.
"Take a seat, you really shouldn't be walking or standing right now."
I walk back to the hospital bed and take my seat, my arms outstretched to hold Alex. With ease, K.K. hands him back to me. As I took hold I felt him tense a little before relaxing to my touch. His small body was radiating warmth and still craved more as he tried to get closer to me. Making sure he was settled in my left arm, I gently poked his cheek with my right hand, grabbing hold of my index finger.
"It would seem that someone in the hospital spilled the fact that you gave birth on Mors Fortuna Septem." Annoyance mixed in Stevens' voice. "We're willing to take shifts to help make sure the reporters won't bother you, that includes some of the staff and patients. is investigating who it could have been that leaked the information in the first place."
"In the meantime, it would be best you spend your majority of our stay here within the confounds of the hospital."
I look up at Klaus, who displays an aura of determination to figure out who it was that caused this problem.
"Klaus." He looked at Steven. "Don't get too overworked or you'll get a stomach, you might upset Alex."
"My apologies." I looked back at Alex once I heard him yawn.
The door opened, catching all of our attention. In walked and the nurse that attended to me yesterday, wearing pink scrubs and blonde hair tied in a bun with blue eyes, a light complexion. looked at Klaus.
"You might want to get out there. It seems some of the reporters are making a dash to the front entrance, all of which have been stopped but security is getting tired."
Klaus turned to Zed and Gilbert. "Zed, Gilbert; let's head to the main floor and provide some assistance. K.K., Steven; stay here and watch over them."
With that said he left the room, closing the door behind him. then looked at me with a smile painted on her face.
"For a new mother, you have nothing to worry about. Alex is healthy, 6.7 pounds. No breathing or other medical problems were found. I do however want to do a quick examination of you and run some tests, nothing too serious."
She goes to direct her hand at the nurse to her left. "Ava will take Alex to the nursery here in the hospital. He'll be with all the other babies for a short while, you are allowed to visit and enter as you please."
Ava walks over to me and picks up Alex, I saw him stiffen a little. I should ask and find out if that's normal. Steven and K.K. get up from their seats, and he turns to address me.
"Don't worry about Alex, we'll make sure he gets there safe." All four walk out of the room, leaving me alone for the examination. It might be my mother instincts but I can't help but worry over my son. Hellsalem's Lot isn't the safest place to be.
*Third POV*
Steven and K.K. follow the nurse, as she leads them to the nursery in the hospital. It seemed the walk was rather long, they went by many staircases and elevators. Truth be told, they've been to this hospital multiple times, going into secret and forbidden areas unless it was staff, but it would seem they've passed the nursery. Steven decided to speak up.
"Not to be rude, but didn't we just pass the nursery?"
The nurse noticed the strain in his voice, she wanted to show it to them according to 's orders. Though she didn't want them to worry.
"Here in the hospital, we have two nurseries. One on this floor and another underground."
"Isn't that were the lab and morgue are?"
"Different level."
She came to halt upon reaching an elevator. She reached into her pocket and swiped her ID.
"Please do come in." They stepped in with Steven to her left and K.K. to her right.
Ava pressed a button with the words "N5" and the elevator began down.
"Exactly, what makes this different from the other nursery?"
"Ever since the Great Collapse, we've had to reorganize the nursery based on the child's needs. Though as more species of humanoids appeared, some of those newborns were a bit of a danger to others, some exhibit abilities or were in rare in race." She paused to look at Alex before continuing.
"This little one here is rare. Not just because of when he was born but also because he's a werewolf like his mother. Werewolves and blood breeds don't necessarily have low-birth rates, but because they remain elusive of their identity and both are few in numbers, it makes it difficult to meet the child's needs. That's why we've created this nursery to meet the requirements and it provides safety for them in case someone wishes to kidnap them. They are very special, to say the least."
The elevator came to a stop, the doors opened to reveal a similar floor like the lobby with doors going off in all directions.
"This whole floor is a nursery for those special kids. If they mean no danger or have full control of their abilities they can be allowed to go to the upper floors to receive treatment instead of down here, that is if they want to."
Once getting out of the building, they continued to follow Ava in the left path. They were astonished- yes, but K.K. felt some worry over what might happen.
"I can see the security is tight here, but what would you do if the ceiling collapses?"
"The floors under the hospital were designed to not collapses in on itself. The underground building is made to counter-attack any variations that could mean danger. If it notices the main building collapsing, it will close off all entrances and enforce the outer steel, allowing for normal function until we've been freed."
"How would that be?"
"Once the main building collapses down, the lower half will send a signal and basic information to help rescuers." She came to a halt. "Here we are."
She opened a door, walking in with Steven and K.K.. Going by rows of babies, some of which were born between 5-6 days to 1-3 three weeks ago, the only born this week was Alex. Coming to his crib, she laid him down, turning on the mobile to help him sleep.
"As I said before, nothing to worry about."
Steven looked down at the baby sleeping in the crib. Even looking at how small the newborn is, the thought that he was once that little too, was a bit hard to believe but it's true nonetheless. He saw the child's eyes open and he jumped back a little. He heard K.K. laugh.
"Don't tell me you're afraid of a tiny kid, Scarface?"
"I'm not scared, just startled a little. I thought he was going to cry."
Alex gave a small yawn and closed his eyes. Allowing himself to fall to sleep in the comfy hospital crib. Awaiting his mother's visit upon her completion of her examination. The nurse noticed that all the babies in the nursery were fast asleep.
"Let's him rest. It would seem he's not the only one that's tired."
Understanding her words, they left the nursery. Giving full trust to the hospital in making sure the safety of the tiny werewolf is assured. Exiting the elevator, they and the nurse go separate paths. Ava promising them that Alex would be safe as long as he's down there, as all staff allowed to work in the lower levels must go through security check and only the best highest respected people in their staff actually work there, including .
Without a word said between them, they walk back into Chain's room. giving the last results of her examination.
"Mentally, emotionally, and physically, you are perfectly healthy. Though I said it before, you might want to get more sleep; especially with raising and taking care of a newborn. Other than that, I'll be off. Before I do, here take this."
She hands Chain a purple card with a gold stripe going down the left side.
"It's the access key to going further below the lower levels of the hospital to where the nursey Alex is being held at and visit. Usually, I ask patients to give it back to staff once they leave but I went through the trouble of having that one custom made for you. Klaus was going to give everyone a card like yours come next week, but seeing as Alex was born; the cards will be handed out sometime this week. Don't lose it; the lower levels are sealed off to anyone that doesn't have access."
With that said, she leaves the three adults alone in the room. Chain had the desire to visit Alex but a blanket of tiredness covers her. Still, she stood out of bed when both K.K. and Steven rushed to her side; pushing her back down to the bed. K.K. was the first to speak.
"Don't push yourself. Get some rest first before you visit Alex."
"*Sigh*. I agree with K.K. You're still recovering from giving birth! lay down a bit before visiting Alex."
They laid her back down onto the bed. Bringing the blanket to cover. K.K. spoke after both made sure Chain was comfortable.
"We'll visit him once you get some rest."
"K.K., I'm perfectly fine."
Knowing there was no stopping Chain, she sighed before speaking. "Very well, but don't forget your robe and slippers. It's cold in the hallway."
Chain puts on her light purple robe provided by the hospital, her feet hugged by slippers. Grabbing her security card she turns to reach for the door but stops as K.K. mentions something.
"The ground outside covered by snow. Actually, thinking on it; Alex was born as it began to snow outside. He must be really lucky, it doesn't happen for every baby." Chain smiled at the thought, unseen by either of them.
Opening the door, Chain steps into the hallway. Despite always being busy today the hospital seemed at peace despite the ambush of reporters outside the hospital's grounds. K.K. and Steven joined her outside the room; Steven closing the door behind them. Guiding Chain through the hallway and towards the elevator, Chain began to lose balance and before she could fall, Steven caught her.
"Chain, are you sure you don't want to rest first?"
"I'm sure. It would take a few minutes to Alex."
"Very well."
They continued to the elevator, Steven keeping hold of Chain in fear of her falling. Both K.K. and him know Chain is exhausted, but they also know they can't stop a mother from visiting their child, especially K.K.. Arriving at the elevator, Chain hands her security card to K.K., swiping it to open the doors and all three step in. K.K. presses the 'N5' button, handing the security card back to Chain. All three rode in silence as the elevator went down to their stop, stepping out once they reached their floor.
Chain peered around her, noticing the children present. Despite being treated below ground and no sunlight, all of them seemed happy, including the staff. To think such a level in the hospital existed. She turned her attention once in front of her; memorizing the route so she can come to visit whenever she could if she is able to slip from Libra's supervision. They walked until they approached the baby nursery, walking in. At this point, some of the babies were awake and enjoying themselves by being observed in the mobiles. Coming to the row in which Alex was in, he was awake and quiet, looking around him with what movement he had.
Seeing the light covered and replaced by shadows, he looked up; it would seem the laughter of the other babies woke Alex and wasn't able to sleep again. His hands at both sides of his head, crimson eyes looking at the three figures but his gaze focused on Chain.
Noticing her sons gaze, she gently picked him up, his small head resting on her left shoulder, close enough for him to listen to her heartbeat and fall asleep. His chest rose up and down with small breathes as his left hand grabbed onto her robe, clutching tightly as though afraid to lose his mother. Chain held him closer, making sure he was comfortable as he slept. All three were quiet with K.K. grabbing her camera from her coats pocket and recording the sleeping child, unaware that Dr. Estevez walked into the room in her true form; a tall woman with square-framed glasses, a white lab coat, wavy coal-pine hair, and emerald eyes walks in. She planned to do a check-up on Alex and see how he was doing in the nursery, but it seems they beat her to it. The look on Chains face was enough to tell her what she's going to request.
"Seeing as Alex is awake, I assume he didn't sleep as much."
Steven let go of Chain and looked at Dr. Estevez, he nodded to her response. K.K. continued recording the moment, Chain hearing her statement looked up at her with a request in mind.
"Would it be a problem if I request to have a crib in my room for Alex?"
"I'll have it in your room this evening, though Alex won't be able to use it until tomorrow afternoon."
"I'm alright with the decision, just as long as I can keep him close to me."
"I'll go set things up, in the meantime, you can care for Alex in your room." She takes a look around the nursery. "I don't think he'll get sleep here."
Chain nods. "Thank you."
Dr. Estevez goes to check the other babies, making sure they are comfortable; taking it as a signal to exit the room, leaving Estevez to do her work. They walk back to the elevator, Chain stole glances at her newborn son. His small body inching closer to her to grab onto the warmth she has.
Arriving back at her room, she enters to find Klaus, Zed, Leo, Sonic, and Zapp present. Walking in, she took a seat on the bed, Alex sleeping soundly, K.K. and Steven took seats on chairs next to her bed. With hush tones, they began to debrief with each other, coming up with plans and scouting routines to keep the reporters at bay. Lost in their conversation and Chain focusing her attention on Alex, who woke with a small yawn, none were aware of a group entering the room; alongside them were Dr. Estevez and Ava.
Once the door closed, all turned to the group. Dr. Estevez, still in her true form, was the one to break the silence.
"Seeing as its the holidays, the hospital staff decided to bring in a choir separated into small groups. All of them are making their rounds around the hospital and seeing as many seem tired of listening to Christmas music, we let the choir decide what to sing. I say, let them do their job."
Ava and Dr. Estevez move to stand by Klaus. Turning around to face the group and nodding at them to begin.
The haunting voices of the singers filled the room. Chain looked down at her son and saw him staring at the group; a smile graced her lips. It would seem, that from this day onward, this song would be the first beautiful sound he's heard since he was born and the first song to fill his ears. The song that will remind Libra of Alex joining the family.
The song continued and he began to reach out with his hand. Chain noticed and gently grabbed hold of his hand, drawing his attention to his mother. Scooting closer to her and waiting to fall asleep.
Once the song ended and the choir left, Chain continued to enjoy her time with her son; ignoring the world around them. K.K., noticing her pay more attention to her son than the situation smiled at the moment, fully aware of what she's feeling. Turning her back to Chain she continued in the conversation making sure to check on her every so often. The Libra members began to leave the room all except Klaus and K.K.; who wished to talk to Chain.
"Chain, I do hope you're feeling better. I apologize that I haven't gotten the chance to talk to you yet." He looked at the bundle in her arms. "Or your son."
"There's no reason for you to apologize, Klaus. I understand that it's been a busy day with the news getting out."
"The glow of motherhood seems to suit you, Chain." K.K. smiled as she said this.
"Have you thought of moving out of your place, yet? I suggest it would be the best option."
"I have, but I can't say I've planned to move yet."
"I see." Klaus looks at K.K. and nods at her. She then turns her head to Chain, a smile on her face.
"We'll be back. There are two security guards outside your door until we arrive back."
As they were about to leave, Chain called out to them. Wanting to ask them a question that has been on her mind since Alex was born.
"Before you two go, can I ask a favor of you?"
Klaus and K.K. looked at each other and back to Chain. A look of confusion and concern painted on their faces.
"Can you two be Alex's godparents?"
Upon hearing the news, K.K. hugged Chain and Alex. Taking this as her answer, Chain then looked at Klaus and to no one's surprise he nodded.
"I'll be honored to be his godfather. We'll be back before you know it, relax a little." With that issue squared off, Chain took her time to spend time with Alex.
Eventually, it came time for Alex to go back to the nursery and Klaus and Steven were the ones to accompany the nurse and newborn. Leaving Chain to talk to the others, Zapp decided to stay outside and keep an eye out, he was advised to not anger Chain while she's recovering from the birth. Time passed and it was time for the others to leave. The reporters won't be back until tomorrow morning, and yet Chain's room was guarded for potential threats.
Come the next morning, Chain woke at her usual time. Using the room's bathroom, she took a shower and brushed her teeth. Once done she opened the door and looked to see if the guards were anywhere near. She reached into her robe and made sure her access key was still in her pocket; opening the door and closing it behind her as gently as possible, Chain began to walk down the hall towards the elevator. Reaching the doors she swiped the card and heard a 'ding' accompanied by the doors opening, stepping in she pressed the floor Alex as in and the doors closed. Chain was aware of the commotion she caused once Libra finds she isn't in her room and yet she didn't care; the one goal in her mind was to make sure Alex is safe. The elevator 'dinged' once more, reminding her that she has reached the floor and stepped off once the doors opened.
She went off memory to find the nursery in which Alex is being kept. It didn't take her long to reach the nursery and once she entered the room, she walked up to the glass window and stared at her sleeping son. Unbeknownst to her, that another mother stepped towards the window and is standing next to her.
"They're adorable, aren't they?" Chain was pulled out of her trance and looked to her right.
A woman with long cinnamon hair, blue eyes, and a pale tan stood staring at her. A smile graced the woman's face. "Which one is yours?"
Chain returned the smile and looked towards the window, pointing at Alex's' crib which had a blue wolf sticker. "The crib with the blue sticker. That baby there is my son."
The woman looked at where Chain pointed and gasped. "You must be the woman everyone is talking about."
Chain looked back at the woman. "My apologies for my rash words and for not introducing myself first. My name is Abigail Frank."
"I'm Chain Sumeragi."
"Nice to meet you. Again, I feel sorry for saying that aloud." She gave a small laugh. "I feel stupid, but you're a celebrity right now the patients. A miracle isn't something that usually happens during Mors Fortuna."
"So, I've been told."
"You must be proud of your son and of yourself. He's the only and first child to be born on this dreaded week."
"To be very strong up until his birth and to know he was born healthy, it'd be difficult not to." Chain looked at the woman who was now staring at another baby.
"Is this your first child?" Directing her attention to the child the woman was looking at.
"She's my third and last. I love children but I always wanted three to raise, now I can say that my family is complete." The woman continued talking. "From the way you're looking at your son, I'm guessing you're a new mother."
"I guess that can't be hidden."
"Every mother radiates an aura when they have their first child, it's only normal." She paused before speaking again. "I better get going. I'll be dispatched from the hospital today along with my daughter. Don't worry, I won't say a word."
Once the woman opened the door, standing there was Steven, K.K., and Klaus. The woman recovered from her shock and smiled before leaving. The three walked towards Chain, a look of relief splashed on their faces. Klaus was the first to speak.
"I'm glad to see you're safe." K.K. joined in.
"You had me worried there for a second. I thought the reporters managed to get to you."
Steven spoke last. "We're just glad you're safe and away from danger." He looked over to Alex. "He must be happy his mother came to visit."
The door opened once again to reveal in her real form; a woman with short coal-pine hair and thick-rimmed black glasses that frame parakeet eyes. A white lab coat with a red stethoscope around her neck, a purple turtleneck sweater, and matching black pants and shoes. Everyone looked to her as she entered the room, Luciana responded with a smile.
"I guess there's no need for me to call you down here. Chain, you can take Alex back to your room. It would seem the crib was put in place the second you left."
walked up to the door and opened it, aware it was closed until a certain time or if staff came by. She walked into the nursery, followed by others and when she reached Alex's crib, Luciana poked his cheek gently; feeling the pressure he woke and looked around him.
"It would seem your son is a light sleeper and can wake easily. Make sure it's quiet in your room when he's trying to sleep." Chain walked over to her son as directed her attention to the daughter of the woman that left.
Chain approached her son, gently picking him up with his blanket wrapped around him. Alex stiffened but soon began to inch closer to his mother. Looking up, Chain sees pick up the woman's daughter. With a smile, she walks back to her room with Klaus, Steven, and K.K. acting as her guards. The walk back wasn't uncomfortable but the tension coming from the three as the kept watched didn't go unnoticed.
Arriving back at her room, Chain spotted the crib at the foot of her bed. She strolled to her bed and sat, resting as her son got comfortable in her arms. His head wondering the room as his eyes tried to take in his surroundings. His left-hand breaking through the blanket and reaching to grab onto something, Chain inched her right towards Alex and once her son spotted it, he grabbed onto her finger and tighten his grip. Outside, she heard two guards run past her room and tackle someone. She sighed, apparently, one of the reporters managed to get into the hospital; luckily none knew where she was.
The whole day was then spent with Alex playing around with his grip and Libra, including Chain, talking on how to get her home. To Chains surprise, every parent that left with their newborn child had to escort to their car, even though the reporters were outside the hospitals' grounds. They came to the conclusion that they would have to do the same with Chain and give an announcement two days later the patient with the miracle child has already left. Chain leaves the hospital on the 20th, giving them not much time to get things ready but if they begin now everything should be prepared for when the day arrives.
K.K. stayed behind with Chain as both Steven and Klaus left to help Zapp, Leo, and Zed secure the exits and help escort the woman that Chain met earlier. Both women chatted and discussed whatever topics came to their minds including children, speaking quieter once Alex slept. All day and all week, Libra prepared for the day in which Chain would leave the hospital. Dr. Estevez talked with the hospital director and made preparations to set a meeting with reporters. Before anyone knew it, the 20th of December had arrived.
Chain was prepared and standing, in her arms Alex looked up at his mother trying to reach for her face as she cooed him. The snow outside giving comfort to Chain for what she's to face once she leaves the hospital. K.K. and Leo offered to carry anything given to her and even thought Chains made it clear she could handle it, they didn't take that as an answer and went on ahead to carry one bag each. Leo took pictures of the mother and child before they left the room, making a mental note to give her a copy of the pictures including the one taken in her room the day she gave birth to Alex.
Klaus walked into the room, breaking up the fun, knowing full well they only had a limited amount of time before more reporters arrived.
"Is everyone ready? Gilbert went on ahead to lead some of the reporters out of the crowd to give more space for Stevens car to pass by. He's waiting outside, right now. Zapp, Zed, Leo, and I will stay behind and help the security guards." K.K. looked at Klaus.
"Won't it be difficult with just you four?"
"We've managed so far and reinforcements were called. It won't be long before the hospital ground borders are protected until the conference meeting two days from now."
"In that case, let's go.".
Exiting the room, Chain looked down at her son. Bringing her right pointer finger to her lips, telling him to be quiet, Alex only scooted closer to her and closed his eyes. Reaching the entrance to the hospital, they exited through the building's doors. The sight of the reporteres camping in tents and cameras set made Chain feel it angered at the disturbance of peace they're causing. K.K. guided her to Steven's car and helped her get in the back seat where a child car seat was put in place for this occasion. Once both were settled, K.K. took the front seat, holding in her dislike for Steven. Seeing as everyone was ready, Steven drove away from the hospital and onto the road. A few reporters eyed him but it didn't last and they managed to get out of there without rousing any suspicion.
On the ride, Steven was on the phone with Klaus through his Bluetooth earpiece. In the back, Alex woke and wined for attention drawing Chain to him. She played with him while keeping an eye on the road. She realized that this wasn't her route home, she wanted to question them but knew they wouldn't say anything. The car soon stopped in front of an apartment building just as Steven ended his call.
"Well, here we are." Steven looked at Chain with a smile.
K.K. was the first to exit the car and opened the door to Chain's side, Steven opened the other door to detach the child car seat.
"Come on, Chain. You gotta see this." K.K. sounded excited as Chain got out of the car confused.
K.K. opened the trunk and grabbed hold of the two bags, Steven held the car seat by the handle as he locked the car. The building has an intercom to use if someone didn't know the password, lucky for them, Steven typed in the password and entered the building before holding the door open for Chain and K.K. He leads the way into an elevator and pressed the 7th floor, the doors closing once everyone was in. The elevator was rather fast and they reached the 7th floor, existing and moving to the door on their left. Across from the door was another apartment, in between the two was the elevator and the stairs with much space. Steven reaches into his pants pocket with his right hand and pulls out a key, unlocking and gently pushing the door open. He stepped in and went to look for the light switch, Alex with him; K.K. urged Chain into the apartment and closed the door behind them just as the lights turned on.
"Welcome to your new home, Chain." Steven said resting the child car seat with Alex in it next to the couch.
Chain saw as Steven bent down and play with Alex before absorbing around her surroundings. The walls were painted blue with the bottom painted white, the carpet a dark gray. There was an open kitchen with a wall split in half with three pillars on in between to create an opening and two entrances, it wasn't small, but it wasn't big either; the tiles were a light gray with a fancy oak table in the middle. The entrance had a coat rack on the wall; the living room stood in front of the entrance, her TV was mounted on the wall, her coffee table stood in the middle of a new couch set with two couch chairs on either side and the couch facing the TV; a closet behind the couch and another door for both the washing and drying machine. Two medium windows on the wall, covered with red curtains held in place by a black rod. In the right corner were boxes containing the rest of her belongings with bold words stating what each box contains. On either side were two halls, in each hall were two rooms and a bathroom.
Chain looked to K.K., a look of confusion. Steven sensing the tension stood up and stopped playing with Alex. Making sure he was okay before walking over to Chain.
"How did you manage to do this?"
"Apparently one of our members runs an apartment complex in this city. Once he heard about the situation, he came from his office and talked to Klaus, offering to house you and Alex as a way to offer protection and comfort. We declined him at first but he kept on insisting, saying he won't allow a mother and child to live in some dangerous neighborhood. Seeing as he had a point, we all decided it was the best option and he had preparations made to have movers go to your old place and take your belongings here. He even went to the trouble to find extra furniture and with K.K.'s help find what is needed for the nursery."
Steven paused allowing some of the information to sin before continuing.
"We helped pay for the redesign and some of the furniture. Some of the payments also made were for rent, luckily he makes the rent rather low for so expensive."
"This is a side business?"
"More or less, yes."
"...Why?"
"We take care of our own." Steven smiled at Chain.
K.K. pulled out of her pocket, keys to hand to Chain. "Here, these are your house and mail keys."
Chain took hold of them. "I made sure to have them add another crib in your room." Pointing to the hall on her left.
A ring from Steven's phone made them stop. He picked it up and saw a text from Zed.
"Seems the reporters are getting restless." He put his phone away once more. "We'll take our leave. Make yourself at home, we'll come back tomorrow."
Both of them left, leaving Chain alone with her son. She went to lock the door and walked back to unbuckle Alex before gently lifting him.
"Let's take a look around."
Their first stop was the nursery, the room was painted a light blue with two bookshelves next to each other across the crib, the crib had a mobile dangling over the opening to help a baby fall asleep, a rocking chair next to the changing table and a playmat. The room across from the nursery was empty and the bathroom had the same color and tiles as the kitchen. Their next stop was Chain's room, which had her bed with her nightstand on the left, a closet next to the door and another TV in front of her bed. Her favorite couch chair on the left of her bed and a bookshelf next to the window on the wall across from her. The bathroom was the same as the last one and the other room was just as empty.
Chain went back to the living room and noticed a note on the coffee table, confused as to how she missed it, but then remembered Steven was playing with Alex. Reaching for it with her right, she read the card:
We hope you enjoy your new home, Chain. Nothing was missed when the move happened, I made sure of it. I would also like to mention that your raise has gone up with both Libra and the Werewolf Bureau. If there are any issues, don't be afraid to ask.
Sincerely,
Steven A. Starphase
P.S., We all decided on this.
Chain put it down and looked at her son, who was now staring at her.
"It seems everyone is looking out for us. Hmmm." Chain looked out the window and began to walk towards it. She then looked at Alex once more.
"Let's go on a field trip. I want to show you something."
Chain phased herself, her ability stretching out for her son, joining her. Walking through the window, she leaped from building to building until she got to her favorite spot. Wiping some of the snow away, she took a seat and looked out the city. Once she scanned the area, her eyes landed on her son again who looked in awe at the giant buildings and creatures that inhabit the city.
"Welcome to Hellsalem's Lot, Alex."
Alex looked at his mother and reached out with his tiny hands. Chained smiled and laughed as she began to play with him. Among the chaos, the world seemed perfect to both of them.