A couple of weeks passed and soon, Nick and Molly got over their fears about parenting twins. Well, they didn't completely to be honest, but the excitement was also mixed in with the anxiety. Molly had told Daniel about the babies and he was thrilled for the expectant couple; he was also more than willing to temporarily take on more responsibility over at Counter Fit. The individuals they had yet to tell about the pregnancy, however, were Brendan and Elizabeth along with Rennie and Lisa. But Nick and Molly had formulated the perfect way to reveal it to them.
The couple had decided to host a dinner party to reveal their big news to their family and friends, or at least the ones who lived in Portland. They had both chosen to have the dinner party once Molly's morning sickness diminished and by twelve weeks, she was only nauseous in the morning most of the time. They had printed official invitations and Nick had planned out the entire meal down to the last ingredient. Once the day of the party finally arrived, Nick spent much of the day doing all of the cooking and wouldn't allow Molly anywhere near the kitchen, much to her dismay. He claimed it had to do with her pregnancy and the fact that some aromas still set of her nausea, but her husband had been territorial in the kitchen long before she had gotten pregnant. About an hour before dinner, Molly was in their room struggling to find a dress that fit her. While she was only twelve weeks along, she already had a very noticeable baby bump since she had two little ones growing inside of her. Luckily, she had a loose fitting dress that still covered it easily. Nick came into the room and smiled when he saw his beautiful girl. He came up behind her and kissed her temple, "You look amazing."
"Glad you think so, because I'll look like I'm full term when I'm only twenty-weeks at the rate I'm growing," she pouted.
Nick pulled her dress tighter across her abdomen and the bump became visible again, "But it just means little Nick and little Molly are growing properly."
"They could be two boys, Nick," Molly smirked.
"Alright. Little Nick and little Theodore," he joked.
"What about two girls?"
"Little Molly and little Elizabeth."
Molly just laughed as they both heard a knock at the door. They went down the stairs hand in hand and were thrilled to see Lisa and Rennie on the other side of the door, "Hello everyone!" Lisa happily threw her arms around Molly and then Nick, "I know you're my sister, but I have a house-warming present for you," Lisa handed Molly her favorite bottle of wine.
Molly smiled and nodded politely, "Thank you, Lisa," she took the bottle, "Dinner is almost ready if you want to go to the dining room."
Lisa and Rennie did so and Nick took the wine from his wife, "Well, you won't be needing this for a while," he said and Molly chuckled a little. Once Brendan and Elizabeth arrived, Nick set out the food, "Bon appétit. Dinner is served," he revealed the homemade lasagna, garlic bread, and roasted potatoes. They had both decided to have water as the beverage that way it would be less obvious that Molly was expecting and they could wait until after dessert to reveal her pregnancy.
"What? No wine?" asked Lisa in disappointment.
"Water's healthier for you, Lisa. You should be drinking eight glasses a day," Molly said.
Lisa rolled her eyes, "You and your health facts."
Everyone had a pleasant time at the party and thankfully, Molly's stomach decided to cooperate for this meal. Rennie and Lisa were chattering on and on about what types of puppies they were looking at buying or adopting so Lucy would have a dog cousin. Nick and Molly smirked at each other; if she was this excited about the possibility of a new puppy, just wait until she found out about two new nieces and/or nephews. After dessert, a chocolate layer cake that Molly had requested, no thanks to her new found sweet cravings (Nick still had yet to get used to that), Brendan looked at Nick, "Well Nicholas, I have to say, I am thoroughly impressed. I never knew you could cook a meal like that."
"It's one of his hidden talents," Molly smiled and kissed his cheek. After they finished their meal, everyone moved to the living room that way Molly could announce the pregnancy.
Once everyone was seated, Elizabeth looked over at Molly and asked, "By the way, Molly, what did you do with your hair because it looks so much lusher," she commented.
Nick and Molly smiled at each other and Nick squeezed her hand in encouragement, "It's because of the hormones."
"Hormones?" everyone questioned.
"You know, the ones you produce when you're pregnant," Molly hinted, "And I'm sure with growing two babies I have a lot of them surging through me right now."
"Wait? WHAT?" shouted Lisa.
"I'm pregnant!" Molly exclaimed excitedly.
"Oh my goodness, CONGRATULATIONS!" Lisa embraced Molly joyfully.
"Wait a minute? Are my ears deceiving me, or did you say two babies?" asked Brendan in confusion.
"Your hearing is fine, Brendan," confirmed Nick.
"I'm pregnant…with twins," Molly said softly and more cheers filled the room.
"Congratulations, Molly," Elizabeth hugged her and then Nick.
"Oh my goodness! I get to be an auntie to twins!" Lisa jumped up and down excitedly.
"How far along are you?" asked Rennie.
"Twelve weeks," Molly answered.
Lisa's eyes widened, "TWELVE WEEKS! And you're just now telling us?"
"Lisa, we wanted to make sure everything was going smoothly before we told everyone," said Nick.
"Oh," Lisa sighed, "That makes sense."
Molly took a deep breath, "And this is just for you, Lisa, because I know you'll want to see it." Molly pulled her dress tighter across her midsection.
"Wow, you're showing already?" asked Elizabeth.
"Yes, unfortunately," Molly grimaced, "At this rate, I'll bigger than a house in no time."
Lisa laid a hand on her sister's shoulder, "But you'll be beautiful," she glanced down towards Molly's swell, "May I?" Molly nodded and Lisa laid a hand on the protrusion, "And everyone in this room knows how great of shape you're in, so I know you're going to rock being pregnant with twins."
"Glad you think so, because the morning sickness has been terrible and still hasn't fully gone away," chuckled Molly, "Not to mention the heartburn, the swollen ankles, the constant peeing, the sore boobs," she whispered to her sister.
"But it'll be worth it. Times two," comforted Lisa.
After another hour, everyone decided to bid their farewells as Molly was getting pretty fatigued. Brendan and Elizabeth left and Lisa laid her hands on Molly's arms, "If you need me to do anything for you, I'm always willing to help," she stated.
"Thank you, Lisa, I really appreciate it," nodded Molly.
"Hey, you're busy growing my nieces or nephews. Or one of each," she giggled, "The least I could do is occasionally do your laundry or dusting."
Molly laughed as well, "Be careful or might take you up on those offers," they kissed each other on the cheek, "Love you."
"Love you too," said Lisa and she left with Rennie.
Nick came up behind Molly and laid his hand on her back, "I think they took the news pretty well, though I believe they were surprised."
Molly smiled, "Weren't we all. But I'm surprised Lisa didn't start doing cartwheels in the living room."
Nick shook with laughter as Molly yawned, "Why don't you go upstairs and rest. I can do the dishes and clean up."
"Are you sure?" asked Molly.
Nick's hand drifted down to Molly's belly and he rubbed it soothingly, "You have enough on your plate right now."
"Alright," Molly sighed. She hated watching Nick do so much of the housework, but she had to admit, she did enjoy being spoiled a little, "I'll be upstairs if you need me."
Nick kissed her forehead and then kissed her abdomen twice, "Just relax, all three of you. I'll be up soon."
Molly smiled and squeezed his hand before ascending the stairs. She hung up her dress in the closet and put on her pajamas before climbing into bed. Lucy perked up and jumped up next to her. Molly chuckled quietly to herself and scratched behind the lab's ears for a few moments before she laid a hand on her abdomen, rubbing it gently, "You know what guys? Once you both are born, your Daddy is going to have you both so spoiled. I can guarantee it."