Colin and Catie Pregnancy and Birth

Belle stared down at the positive pregnancy test, stunned. She was pregnant. She was going to have a baby. She and Killian were going to have a child. For a moment she was worried about how Killian would react but quickly shrugged that concern off. Killian would be thrilled and he would never abandon his child or her. Quickly stuffing the test in her pocket she headed for the sheriff's station. She could not wait the two hours until Killian finished work to share her news. To her relief Killian was alone at the station. It was important to share her news with him first, without an audience.

He greeted her with his usual smile. "This is a surprise."

Suddenly nervous Belle clutched the pregnancy test tightly in her pocket. Not sure why she was anxious only now Belle handed him the test. "I'm pregnant."

For a moment Killian didn't say anything, just stared down at the test. Slowly his eyes rose to meet hers, a carefully banked joy in them. "Is this a good thing?"

The last of her doubts slipped away at his hesitant question that attempted to hide his carefully concealed excitement. Once again he was willing to follow her lead no matter his personal preferences. She allowed the smile she had been suppressing to appear. "A very good thing. I never thought I would get the chance to be a mother."

Killian's hand went to her still flat stomach. "I will not abandon you or our child. I promise to be here for both of you."

Smile widening she rested her hand on his cheek. "I never expected anything else. I think we might want to look for a larger place to live." She bit her lower lip. "I would also like to wait before we tell anyone. I am not ashamed," she quickly assured him, her free hand moving to rest over his on her abdomen. "There is less chance of a miscarriage once you get past the first trimester."

Killian simply nodded his agreement. "I would like to have room for Henry in the new place."

"Of course, I was already planning on it. We should also try to find a place by the sea."

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Feeling out of sorts Henry kicked at some loose rocks on the walkway that led to the house Killian had taken him to look at. He knew he was acting like a brat but could not help it. He did not want things to change. Killian was always willing to let him spend the night at the apartment over the library. They had even bought a pull out couch just for him since he refused to take Killian's bed.

"Henry," Killian called from the now open door.

With effort he suppressed his surliness and joined the former pirate. As they toured the house Henry found himself falling in love with it. The great room had large bay windows that looked out over the ocean. All four bedrooms were spacious with a large finished attic that would make a great game room. It was the perfect house for a family. A family that could never be his. His birth mom had abandoned him again and now it seemed Killian would do the same. He suppressed the pain that thought brought, Killian had promised to always be there for him, but Emma had promised the same once. "I like it," he managed to mumble.

Killian was leading him over to another door. "I am glad. There is one more thing I want to show you." Descending another flight of stairs they walked into a finished basement with a bedroom, living room, and full bathroom. "I thought you might like this space. You are welcome to one of the upstairs bedrooms," he hurried to explain when Henry remained silent. "I just thought you might want your own space now that you are growing older."

Amazed Henry looked around the space with new eyes, imagining what he could do with it. This was more than he had at his Mom's. This was for him. Killian had brought him here to get his approval of the house. The truth crashed over him, lifting a weight from his heart. Killian was not abandoning him. Silently he berated himself for doubting the former pirate. "I love it."

Tilting his chin up Killian looked into his eyes, realization hitting him. There was a brief flare of pain before he strengthened his resolve. He never wanted Henry to doubt his commitment to him. Despite his understanding of her motives Killian silently cursed Emma for shattering Henry's ability to trust completely. "I have no intention of ever abandoning you. In fact," he hesitated, Belle was just starting her twelfth week, the time when they had decided to start telling people about the baby. "Belle and I have some news and we wanted you to be the first to know."

"What?"

Looking into the excited brown eyes of the boy he loved like a son he hoped Henry would not be disappointed or threatened by the news. "Belle is pregnant." He reached over to lay a hand on Henry's shoulder. "This does not change how much I love you. We are hoping you will be a big brother to the baby. It is also why I thought you would want your own space with a door you can close when the baby is loud. The attic does not have the distance you might occasionally want."

Henry swallowed hard, not sure what to think. His first, instinctive, thought was jealousy. One glance around the basement, his special place in Killian's new house and life. A space that had been picked out and chosen just for him to meet his needs. Big brother was his second thought and he liked it. He had always wanted a sibling. Roland was nice, but somehow he knew this would be different. He threw his arms around Killian. They would make it work. "Congratulations!" Feeling the relief in Killian's return embrace henry felt another moment of guilty for doubting Killian's commitment to him. "Who else knows? When are you going to make an announcement?" He could not wait to decorate his room and the baby's room.

"So far only you. We are planning on waiting another week before letting people know. We were not planning on making a big announcement, just letting people find out as time goes by. This will not change how I feel about you."

"I know. Let's go find Belle."

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"Mom, what are you doing here?" Henry stared amazed at Regina and Robin as they walked into the doctor's office waiting room. He had come with Killian and Belle to hear the baby's heartbeat. They were going to call him in after the initial exam.

Regina looked like a deer caught in the headlights. She swallowed hard, visibly steeling herself. "I'm pregnant."

Stunned he rose to stand next to her as Robin checked in with the receptionist. "I thought you couldn't get pregnant?"

Unusually nervous she glanced at Robin, who had rejoined her, before reaching for his hand. "I have been trying to find a cure for the potion I took. I did not want to say anything since I am not sure if I was going to be successful."

Henry was silent, not sure what to make of this news. He knew from Killian that a new baby was not a replacement for him, but a new baby in both his families? After a moment he smiled, he had always wanted sibling, now he was going to have two more at once. "How can I help?"

Regina smiled back, looking relieved. "Just your support helps." Her eyes narrowed with a sudden thought. "Why are you here?"

Just then Killian stepped into the waiting room. "We're ready." His gaze darted to Regina in surprise as she stared at him equally confused.

At their identical looks Henry almost laughed. "D-Killian and Belle are having a baby. Mom is also pregnant."

"Congratulations, M'Lady." He looked back at Henry, not even bothering to hide his excitement. "Belle is waiting."

Feeling his own excitement growing, Henry hurried to join Killian. This would make it real. As soon as they were in the room Belle reached for Killian's and, to his surprise, his hand. The doctor put the monitor on her stomach and after a couple of seconds they heard the steady heartbeat. Henry did not even try to hide his smile. It was real. That was his baby brother or sister. He was actually going to be a big brother! He felt Belle squeeze his hand and squeezed back. As the doctor moved his instrument they heard what sounded like a faint echo of the heartbeat. He moved it around a little more, listening carefully, before meeting their curious eyes. "I would like you to have an ultrasound," he said.

Henry could feel Belle's grip on his hand tighten as she asked, "What is wrong?"

With a reassuring smile the doctor removed the instrument. "Nothing to worry about. It sounds like you may be having twins. I just want to verify it."

"Twins?" Henry repeated in amazement, aware of Killian sinking down to sit on the exam bed beside Belle, appearing stunned.

The doctor nodded. "If you will just wait here the ultrasound technician will come and get you when they are ready."

They were silent when the doctor left. None of them sure what to say. Belle found her voice first. "Twins. I never even considered that."

The more he thought about it the more Henry like the idea. They would always have each other even when he could not be around. Maybe they could even spend time with his mom and Robin's baby. "I think it is great," he announced.

It was only a few minutes later when they were brought to the ultrasound room. Henry found himself staring in awe at the image, moving closer for a better look. He could hardly believe those two little shadings were going to be his siblings. With effort he glanced back at Killian and Belle to see their reactions. Killian was sitting next to her, holding Belle's hand tightly. Both were staring at the screen with the same awe he felt. "It's real," she whispered. "We are actually having a baby, two babies."

Bending down Killian kissed her forehead. "Thank you." His eyes moved back to the screen, a small break in his voice when he spoke again. "Thank you for this wonderful gift."

As they were leaving, Henry holding onto his copy of the ultrasound, he thought he heard a muffled sob that sounded like his mom. A moment later he did hear Robin and immediately turned in that direction. Not paying any attention when Killian tried to stop him Henry burst into the exam room. The sight he saw nearly shattered him. His mom was curled into Robin, sobbing. He had never seen her in this state. "Mom?" Ignoring Killian's restraining hand on his shoulder he dropped to his knees beside her.

Raising her head Henry could see her trying to put on a brave face but she could not stop her tears. She pulled him into a tight hug. "I'm going to lose the baby. The potion I took was just too strong. My body is rejecting the pregnancy."

For several minutes Henry was silent, devastated by the news. Even if he had only just learned about it he was so excited to be a big brother. And he knew how much his mom wanted another child. There had to be something that could be done! How could the baby be protected if his mom's body was rejecting it? Closing his eyes he focused on his health classes, wishing he had paid more attention. Or at least looked through some of the books Belle and Killian had laying around the apartment, one of the few things not packed up for the move yet. Killian. His eyes shot open and he pulled away, going to the former pirate. "You can save the baby," he announced. "Put a shield around it to protect the baby. As long as the umbilical cord is not blocked it should work and not harm the baby."

Killian's eyes widened as he glanced between Henry and Regina. "This is nothing like the shield around the town. I do not know enough about magic or anatomy."

Not willing to give up Henry locked eyes with him. "I know you have been reading the pregnancy books. Mom says magic at its basic is instinct. You just need to direct it right. Make it do what you want."

His eyes moved to Regina and Robin. "I do not know what I would be doing. I could cause more harm."

Regina and Robin exchanged a glance before Robin spoke, squeezing Regina's hand. "Right now you could not cause more harm. Our baby is going to die. Modern medicine cannot save it, maybe magic can."

Swallowing hard Regina looked up to meet his eyes. While she and the Pirate turned sheriff had a become friends this was making her vulnerable on a level she was not comfortable with. But she would do anything for her baby. "Please."

Taking a deep breath Killian glanced at Belle. She gave him an encouraging smile and squeezed his arm before taking a step back, pulling Henry with her. Slowly he walked forward and knelt at the side of the bed. "I can make no promises but I will do my best." Hesitantly he laid a hand on her stomach. Closing his eyes a look of concentration came over him. Without opening his eyes he held out his hook to Belle. Walking forward she raised his sleeve and put his forearm on her stomach. After a moment he pulled it away, not opening his eyes. "Regina, Robin, put your hands over mine. Think only of your love for your unborn child."

Silence filled the small room for several minutes. Henry found himself clinging tightly to Belle's hand, her grip on him just as tight. Finally, after what felt like hours but to have been only minutes all three looked up. Killian pulled his hand way as the tech put the want back on Regina's stomach. Former thief and Mayor anxiously watched the screen, hands still linked. It was only moments before the tech looked at them. "Things seem to have stabilized. I will have the doctor come back in to verify. We will need to see you next week or sooner if anything seems off."

Knowing Henry needed to know Killian and Belle sat with him in the waiting room until Regina and Robin came out, both much happier. As soon as they were out of the doctor's office Regina hugged Killian tightly while Robin slapped him on the back. "Thank you," the former Evil Queen breathed. "The doctor says there is a chance now."

He returned the embrace. "I do not know if it will keep working, but I promise to do my best."

Regina's hand dropped protectively to her stomach. "At least there is a possibility now. That is more than we had before."

"Hey," Henry interrupted with a wide smile. "You know Ruby is only a couple of months further along, she can share her knowledge with you."

Regina and Killian exchanged a quick, spooked glance. Neither was sure they were ready for advice from the occasionally overly enthusiastic werewolf. Behind their backs Belle and Robin exchanged smirks while Henry grinned widely at how well his diversion had worked. This was going to draw his families even closer together.

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As the months went by Belle found herself growing more and more excited. Every milestone in her pregnancy was noted and rejoiced in. Killian's awed, joyous expression the first time he felt one of their children kick was now the wallpaper on her phone. The sonograms were hung up on the refrigerator next to Henry's report cards (much to the teenager's embarrassment-although Belle had seen his initial surprise and joy when he had first seen it). Killian had not missed a doctor's appointment, sharing everything he could with her. He paid careful attention to all the doctor's instructions and made sure she did not overdo it. He and Henry had allowed her to do little other than unpacking a few boxes and directing them on where to put things when they had moved, the Merry Men gladly helping with the heavy stuff. She could also see how hard he was trying not to smother her. It was touching how quickly he moved to satisfy her cravings, often pushing her to tell him when she did not want to be a bother.

Surprisingly Henry seemed almost as excited as she and Killian. He showed as much enthusiasm for his little twin siblings as he did Regina's child, splitting his time between the two houses. He had bought them a baby book and took great joy in filling it out to the point where she and Killian wrote things down and let him chronicle it. It touched her how much of a father/son relationship they had. He spent every other weekend and a couple of school nights most weeks with them. Sometimes she felt like the odd person out but one of them often tried to pull her in. It felt like they were already a family. She did try to make sure they had private time together. Emma's abrupt departure had left wounds on them both that they unknowing eased for each other. She did not want the birth of her children to interfere with that.

The most surprising part of her pregnancy was the close friendship she had developed with Regina. Part of that was due to Killian. It turned out that he had to renew the shield around the baby every twelve days. He had told her it helped to have her there. Somehow, he had no idea how, if he let his magic just work he knew what to do if he could sense her and her pregnancy nearby. More than that they found they could commiserate and share things with each other that the guys simply could not understand. Over the years they had developed a good working relationship but through being forced together and their shared pregnancies they had developed a surprisingly true friendship.

Her father was over the moon about becoming a grandfather. While not happy about her and Killian not being married he definitely preferred Killian over Rumple. Of course it helped that Killian went out of his way to reassure Moe how important Belle and the twins were to him and that he would never abandon them or not do his very best to provide for them everything they needed. Only Henry was as important to him, a fact that impressed her father. He had never objected to going with her to visit and made sure Moe knew he had an open invitation to their house. They had even met for lunch a couple of times. 'Family is the most important thing' was his simple answer when she attempted to thank him. She like reestablishing a close relationship with her father and looked forward to her children having an involved grandpa.

Henry bounced into the exam room. He had just been checking in with Regina, they tried to schedule their visits back to back when possible in case Killian was needed. "Is it soon?"

Belle smiled at his enthusiasm. They were hoping to find out the sex of the babies today. She and Killian had been debating about finding out for the last few visits. Since she was having twins she had ultrasounds every visit. The first time they had been unable to determine the gender and since then they had not been able to decide if they wanted to be surprised or not. "A few more minutes."

Nodding at the seat next to him Killian signaled him to sit down. Before they could say anything else the tech walked in. They all leaned forward excitedly. The tech smiled at them before turning to her machine. "One is a girl," she pointed. After a moment she started moving the wand again. "This one is a boy," she took another picture, pointing.

"Yes!" Henry all but jumped out of his seat.

Killian's smile widened as he gave him a one armed hug. "I take it you are happy."

He nodded. "With Roland and Mom's baby girl I will have two brothers and two sisters." His smile widened. "Now that we know we can go shopping."

Against her will Belle felt excited butterflies in her stomach. So far she and Killian had resisted buying much. A couple of onesies (one for mom and one for dad) and two nice rocking chairs, one for each room. Glancing at Killian he nodded his head at her. "Why don't you go see if your mom and Robin want to go with?" Regina's pregnancy was far enough along now that even if the baby was born today she had a good chance of surviving. Also Killian was almost positive he could keep the shield around the baby until the due date. Regina had been afraid that buying anything might jinx the pregnancy.

She had barely pulled herself to a sitting position when Killian puller her into his harms. "Thank you," he whispered into her hair. "Thank you for this wonderful gift."

Returning the embrace Belle gratefully leaned into Killian's strength, once again glad of his constant support. She couldn't think of anyone she would rather have a child with than her best friend. After a few minutes she pulled away. "Let's get going. Now that we know I am as excited as Henry."

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"We have to go outside Storybrooke to find an actual baby specialty store," Henry informed them once they were all seated in Belle's mini-van. With twins on the way she had decided her car was too small.

As they approached the barrier Killian closed his eyes in concentration. It was still not easy for him to control the barrier that protected the town. He felt Belle squeeze his leg and was grateful for the support. Once outside the town line they changed places so he could drive. The steering wheel pressing into her belly made driving uncomfortable but he could not drive and open a piece of the barrier temporarily at the same time.

Henry directed them to a town about an hour away. "If we get furniture we are going to have to make another trip," Regina reminded them. "We cannot have anything delivered to Storybrooke."

When they approached the doors Henry made a point of moving ahead and then turning to face his family. None of them, except Killian, had ever been outside Storybrooke and Babies 'R' Us was nothing like the stores in Storybrooke and he doubted Killian had done any shopping while tracking Gold or Emma and him in New York. He bit back a smile wishing he had thought to pull out his phone to take a picture. Belle was staring around her in awe, holding Killian's hand tightly. The former pirate's body was stiff, his face blank but eyes darting around in amazement and wariness. Regina had her face carefully schooled into blankness but the rate her eyes were darting around showed her surprise. Robin was watching Regina, still overly cautious about her and the baby's health. Henry smiled reaching to take Belle and Regina's hands. "Let's look at the bedding first."

Regina was immediately drawn to a cartoony forestry set with monkeys, lions, and giraffes. When she called Robin over to look he immediately hugged her and gave her a quick kiss. "The whole set?" she asked.

With a quick smile at her he grabbed the bedding, bumpers, light, rug and some wall decals. "Should we go look at toys?"

"Where are Killian and Belle?" she asked.

It was Henry who answered. He had just joined them and was looking approvingly at the bedding. "They are on their second circuit. I think they have narrowed it down to about seven sets. Surprisingly the pirate and the toy story set have been eliminated."

Robin ruffled his hair. "Go give them a hand. Then you can help us pick out toys, or stop us from going overboard."

Shooting them a quick, grateful smile he hurried over to Killian and Belle. They were stopped by an underwater themed set. "I know we are not going with pirate, sheriff, or book themes but this is adorable," Belle was saying. She slipped an arm around Killian's waist. "Somehow I cannot see a child of yours not liking the water."

Gently his had ran over the comforter. "Thank you. Do we want the whole set?"

"Of course."

That was for his new brother Henry decided. Now he had to find one for his sister. He wandered through the aisles, aware of Killian and Belle walking just behind him. Not just any set would do, it needed to be perfect. He stopped at a set that had the original Winnie the Pooh characters, not the new Disney version. "This one," he announced, immediately loading the stuff into Killian's already overstuffed cart. At the last minute he put a small stuffed original Tigger in, moving it and the shark blanket from his brother's set into the baby seat.

Killian gave him a one armed hug as he moved away. "Why don't you grab another cart. We haven't even hit the toys or clothes yet."

"Or bouncers, car seats and playpens," Belle added. "Not to mention strollers and a bedroom set."

By the time they were done the mini-van was stuffed. Killian and Robin needed to make a second trip and David took his pick-up truck to help with the furniture. The mini-van had been filled with almost all thebedding and toys. Henry felt he had failed in the task to reign in either set of parents when it came to the toys, he felt it was his job as elder brother to spoil his siblings. When they returned to Storybrooke Robin had the Merry Men attempt to help him with the furniture while Killian went straight to Marco. Once the furniture was together Henry had fun helping Killian paint and arrange the furniture and toys, under Belle's direction as she sat in the rocking chair. When they were finished he collapsed onto the floor next to Killian. "Do you have names yet?" he asked. "Mom and Robin have already decided on Kerry."

"We thought you could help us," Killian said from beside him. "They will be your siblings."

Almost unable to believe his ears Henry sat up, looking at Belle for confirmation. The librarian just nodded at him with a gentle smile. "You are a part of our family, henry." She gently caressed her stomach, glancing at Killian before looking back at him. "It may not be conventional, but we are family."

Swallowing hard Henry nodded. Of course he had been thinking about names but had not thought he would be asked beyond, maybe, if he liked the name. That was what his mom and Robin had done. With a decisive nod he looked around the room. A name was an important thing. "I have always like Colin," he suggested quietly.

Belle appeared to be rolling the name around in her head. Colin. I like it. And it goes well with the girl's name I have always liked, Catie. We can spell it with a 'c' so it goes with Colin."

For a moment as he lay there basking in the feeling of family he wished it was Emma in the rocking chair. She had been gone for almost two years now and he still missed her. He had given up on hoping for her to come back or contact him. It still hurt though and he wondered if it would ever stop. Killian said he thought it was easier for her to just cut off all contact. It was almost painful when he realized how often he did not think about her only to be blind-sided when she did cross his mind. Killian's hand squeezed his arm, as though he sensed his thoughts and he pulled himself back to the present. "So what do Colin and Catie want for dinner tonight?" The names sounded right and this was his family now.

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Killian suppressed his groan as his phone started ringing next to him. He had just managed to fall asleep. With Regina two days overdue she and Robin were both nearly basket cases, as Henry had called them when he had brought Roland over earlier in the evening stating that they both needed some sleep. He had been covering the station pretty much on his own and constantly on call. At least he had finally trained the people of Storybrooke (Grumpy especially) to not call unless it was an emergency. Their latest villain, an arrogant idiot calling himself the Sherriff of Nottingham with a hatred of Robin, was safely locked up until they could figure out what to do with him. Next to him Belle shifted restlessly and he quickly grabbed the phone before it could wake her. With her due date less than a week away she had been increasingly uncomfortable and having trouble sleeping. Which was why she was in his bed. They had found that if he massaged the tension out of her shoulders, back and legs nightly she could sleep better. And if she woke him as soon as her body started to cramp or tighten she could get back to sleep. Quietly he answered the phone, stepping onto the balcony. He found the end of August heat welcoming and immediately started to sweat in his flannel pajamas pants and two layered shirts. Bell was constantly hot so the air conditioning was set under sixty and two fans plus the ceiling fans were blowing directly on them. Henry and Roland were both in flannel pajamas and under two comforters and they said it was even worse at the Mayor's mansion.

"Killian," Robin's frantic voice interrupted his thoughts as soon as he answered the call. "Regina is in labor. The doctors say her body is fighting it. Can you come?"

He answered without thinking. "Sure. Do you want Henry and Roland there?"

For a minute Robin was silent. "No," he said slowly. "Let's wait and see how things go. The nurse said we have hours if everything starts to go normally."

"I will be there shortly."

After dressing he just stood for a moment watching Belle sleep. She was half on her back, half on her side. He knew she felt bloated and ugly but he did not think he had seen her look lovelier. She almost glowed and the swell of her by their children was a wonderful thing. For a moment Emma crossed his mind but he quickly pushed thoughts of her away. It was Belle who was giving him the remarkable gift of children. There was nothing he wouldn't do for her or their twins. They came first. Quietly he knelt down beside her and brushed her sweaty hair that had escaped from its sleep braid back. He did not want to disturb her but did not want her to wake and find him gone.

"Owwww!" With a wince of pain Belle half sat up, eyes snapping open.

Reaching out quickly he caught her before she could fall back on the bed, shifting to sit so she could lean on him. "How can I help?" His hands had already gone to her stomach, gently rubbing.

She winced, leaning into him, her hand going to cover his. "Just normal pains, although that was sharper than usual. Why are you dressed?" She asked, noticing the jeans under her hand that was not resting on his.

"There are problems with Regina's labor, they asked if I could come?"

Turning her head she lightly kissed his cheek. "Of course you need to-" she cut off her eyes widening. "I think I need to go as well." She nodded to the puddle she was now sitting in.

For a moment Killian's mind went blank but years as a ship's captain snapped him back into gear. "Are you okay to get changed by yourself?" At her nod he helped her up then pulled off the bed linens and used his magic to dry the mattress. Then he went to wake the boys. Henry wanted to go with so Killian called Ruby to see if she and Victor could watch Roland. He felt slightly guilty in case she was asleep but she had offered. The new mother was already up feeding her two month old and told him to bring Roland right over. Grabbing a set of lightweight pajamas he lifted the little boy into his arms and poofed to Granny's. Victor was waiting for him, immediately taking Roland, who had already fallen back to sleep. "Get back to Belle. Let us know what happens. We will bring him to the hospital whenever they want."

Giving the doctor's shoulder a quick squeeze in thanks he poofed back to the house. The friendship they had developed with the couple had surprised him. Ruby had been thrilled Belle and Regina were also pregnant. Victor had helped he and Robin navigate pregnancy mood swings and discomfort.

When he got back Belle was dressed in the living room leaning on the couch in pain. Henry stood next to her, her bag in his hands, clearly unsure what to do. Killian quickly walked over to them, pulling Belle into his arms. "Grab on," he told Henry. As soon as he felt the young man's hand on his arm he poofed them to the hospital. The nurse took one look at Belle, doubled over in pain, clinging to Killian who was holding her up, and led them straight to a room. "Can you stay with her while I help your mom and Robin?"

Eyes on the door where Belle was getting changed Henry nodded nervously. He was scared for his mom and Kerry but knew Killian could help them more than he could. He promised his siblings he would help as much as he could. "I will also call Grandpa and have him take over the station."

The next few hours dragged by for Henry. He alternated between his mom and Belle, usually opposite Killian. While he knew Killian would have preferred to stay with Belle he was not going to risk Kerry's life for his personal preference. Even though Killian had told him he could wait in the waiting room or with Regina Henry had determined to stay with Belle when Killian could not.

"Go get your father," the nurse told him just before midnight. "The first baby is close."

Not having to be told twice Henry darted to his mom's room. One look at him and Killian was out of the room. "Go see your new sibling," Regina told him when they heard a cry from the next room, breathing hard through her pain. She had chosen not to use any pain medication.

Feeling slightly guilty Henry headed back to Belle's room. He did want to see his new sibling desperately. When he knocked on the door he could hear the happiness in Killian's voice when he told him to enter. As he moved into the room the nurse was just placing a pink wrapped bundle in Killian's arms as Belle winced slightly with another contractions. She had chosen pain medicine but it was wearing off. With a smile Killian waved him over, turning so he could see the baby.

"Killian!" Robin's panicked call sounded down the hall.

"Hold out your arms."

Henry froze at Killian's order. A quick glance showed Belle in the midst of another contractions. "Kill-"

"Henry your mom and Kerry need me. You would never let any harm come to your sister."

Reassured by Killian's complete faith in him Henry swallowed hard and held out his arms. The moment Catie's weight settled in his harms he found himself transfixed, he was not even aware of Killian leaving the room. She was beautiful. Her blue eyes, the color between Killian's and Belle's eyes, blinked up at him. What little hair she had was a dark brown. Unable to move his eyes from her adorable face he sat down in a chair. Before he knew it Killian was back, crouched in front of him. His hand caressed his daughters head while his hook rested on Henry's shoulder. "Your mom is having a c-section, so far she and Kerry are both doing well."

"Killian," Belle panted.

Henry continued to hold his baby sister as Killian rushed to Belle's side. A moment later he was shooed out of the room as they prepped Belle for a c-section. Reluctantly he allowed a nurse to take Catie for some tests. Nervously he paced up and down the hallway, worried about Colin and Kerry, worried about his mom and Belle. He desperately wanted Catie back in his arms. It was easier to put his worries aside while admiring his newborn sister. He was staring mindlessly at the wall when Robin walked up to him and tapped his shoulder. The former thief was pale but smiling. "Your mom and Kerry are both fine. Do you want to see them?"

Relief washing over him Henry nodded and followed his stepfather into the hospital room. His mom was propped up on pillows staring down enthralled at the pink wrapped bundle in her arms. For a moment Henry hesitated. He could not recall his mother ever looking that happy before. The love and welcoming smile on her face when she looked up at him made these doubts vanish. When she held out her hand he eagerly went to perch on the side of her bed. Kerry was just as beautiful as Catie. She had faint wisps of hair an indeterminate color and her eyes were hazel, flecked with brown. When Henry slipped his finger into her hand she gripped it tightly.

"Colin was born and is fine," Robin interrupted his baby gazing an unknown time later. He held up his phone. "I'm guessing yours is still at Killian's?" He signaled to Henry's pajamas.

It was the first time Henry had thought about the fact that he was running around the hospital in pjs before he could feel any embarrassment Kerry cooed and he turned back to her, once again captivated.

Robin put a hand on his shoulder. "Why don't you go see Colin and then try to get some sleep. We are going to do the same. Victor and Ruby are going to bring Roland by later this morning after he wakes up."

Reluctantly Henry pulled away, noticing his mom had already fallen asleep. He crept quietly out of the room so as not to wake her or Kerry. Next door Belle was propped up in the bed holding the pink blanket wrapped Catie while Killian was sitting next to her with Colin, wrapped in his shark blanket that Henry had insisted they bring with. Catie's Tigger was on the bedside table. Belle looked up at his entrance. "Come and meet your brother."

As soon as he was seated in the armchair Killian put Colin in his arms. His baby brother had Killian's blue eyes and dark hair. "Hey, Little Brother," he whispered. "I'm Henry and I'm your Big Brother. I am going to watch over you and teach you."

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Soft cries pulled Killian out of a light doze. Not wanting Belle or Henry to wake, he quickly moved to the two bassinets. Catie was still asleep but Colin was awake, his face screwing up to cry. "Ssh, Little One," he whispered, lifting his youngest son into his arms and gently swaying with him, grateful that Ruby had made a point of having him handle baby Mark so he had learned how to handle an infant with his hook. "Daddy's here. We need to let your Mom rest though. It was a big job bringing you into the world."

Unable to resist he walked over to the room next door. Regina was asleep sitting up in her bed with Kerry still in her arms, Robin stretched out beside her. Kerry's eyes opened and Killian went to step back, not wanting to wake the resting family. Colin squeaked in his arms, looking down it appeared the two children were looking at each other although he was not sure that was possible yet. "You will see them soon," he told Colin. "I have a feeling you will be best friends."

Quietly he crept out of the room, noticing Kerry's eyes drifting closed again. "You and your sister are among the luckiest kids there are. You have lots of people who are going to love you and take care of you. You will never be alone or abandoned." Walking back into Belle's room he saw her eyes open and she smiled when he laid Colin back down. For a few minutes he just stared at their twins in awe. He was a father. His gaze went to Henry, he loved him just as much as he did Colin and Catie. The birth of the twins had not changed or caused his feelings to lessen.

"Come rest," Belle whispered, patting the bed next to her.

Sitting with his back against the headboard he stretched out his legs and Belle immediately cuddled into his side. "We made beautiful children and Henry is going to be a doting big brother."

Killian smiled at her, kissing the top of her head. "Get some rest, who knows how much we are going to be getting from now on." It wasn't long before her breathing evened out. Despite his best efforts Killian found himself unable to follow her into dreams. He was happy in a way he never thought he could be after losing all those who he loved. It was just hitting him how full a life he now had, his children would never be alone even if something happened to him and Belle he knew Robin and Regina or Victor and Ruby would step in to care for them with the help of Moe. Closing his eyes he silently hoped that Emma had found a similar peace and home wherever she was. Sleep slowly took him, his last thought how much he loved his family and his life.