Chapter Eleven: New Arrivals

Tidus picked her up in his arms, and put her on his back, and wrapped her arms around hi neck. He held her close to him, as he raced towards the hospital, and burst into the lobby, and set her down gently, as she started to squirm in pain.

"She's gone into labor. Our twins are on the way. Is Dr. Yamato in?"

The receptionist nodded, and waved them through the door, and Tidus carried her to the room, which was reserved for them. Miliyah was there already, with Dr. Yamato. Tidus laid her on the bed, and wrapped her in the blanket. The doctor turned to them.

"How long ago did she begin?"

"About twenty minutes ago. We were on the beach, and she felt it. I got her here as fast as I could."

He sat next to Yuna, and put his hand in hers, as she felt the muscles contract harder, and she screamed in pain. The doctor had anticipated this, and she quickly gave her a small pill to take.

"It will numb you from the neck down. It will kill all the pain you would normally feel. You'll be able to move, but you won't feel anything for the next 20 hours. Hopefully it's over before then. Tidus don't let go of her."

Yuna took the small silver pill, and swallowed it, as Tidus's grip on her hand tightened. She lost all feeling of pain from the neck down, and she leaned in to kiss Tidus's cheek.

"How long will this take?"

The doctor noticed she was almost ready for delivery already, so she smiled at her.

"It all depends on you and the babies. You have to push as hard as you can to get them out. They'll come when they're ready. As soon as you feel them kick, start pushing. You'll feel slight pressure, but that should be it. You're eight centimeters. At ten you'll be ready to go. Try and relax. It could be hours."

Yuna leaned her head onto the pillow, and Tidus propped it up for her with his arm. She leaned over to place her hand on his cheek, and whispered into his ear softly.

"Thank you Tidus. I love you so much. Everything you've promised me has been fulfilled and so much more. I know we'll have a happy life together, with our children. Even if something much worse than Sin and Vegnagun comes, I know you'll be able to protect us all. Promise me one last thing: That no matter what, you'll always be there for Spira, and for your family."

He smiled and kissed her cheek, whispering.

"I promise my love. No matter what happens, Spira and our family will be safe. As long as my heart beats, I'll be the guardian of Spira. The pilgrimage may be over, but I'm still your guardian."

Yuna rolled her head back, and closed her eyes slowly. She drifted in and out of sleep, and Miliyah sat on the other side, sweeping Yuna's hair out of her face as she slept. She turned to her younger cousin.

"She's going to be a good mom. Tidus do me a favor and keep her safe from all danger. She can't fight anymore. You're the only one who can keep Spira and Zanarkand safe now. I know I don't look it, but I'll always be there to back you up. Jecht taught me basic sword skills. I used them, and grew competent with a long sword. When she wakes up, she's going to be giving birth to your babies. No matter what, do your best as a father, as a husband, as a guardian. I'll always be with you all."

Tidus and his cousin were always close, even as children. Now though, they were even closer. Yuna's eyes fluttered and she placed a hand to her stomach, and smiled softly.

"It's time for the next generation to be born. Doctor, please tell me what I need to do."

The doctor had stepped out for a moment, and had reentered upon hearing her voice. Checking once more, she nodded.

"You're ready to go. The twins are very lively. All you need to do is push outwards, in time with each contraction. The painkiller is still in effect, so don't be afraid to push with all your strength."

Yuna nodded, and pushed as hard as she could, and she felt something sliding down a narrow tube, and the doctor was there to scoop the first of the two babies out. It was their daughter, their firstborn. Yuna fell back from the strain, and Tidus and Miliyah each held on of her hands, Tidus stroking her cheek with his hand softly.

"You're doing good Yuna. Just one more baby to go, our son. You can do it."

Yuna nodded, and squeezed her muscles again, and the second of the twins was born, their son. The doctor had handed their daughter to Miliyah to clean the blood off, and to get her breathing. Dr. Yamato was cleaning the other baby and wrapped him in a soft baby blue cloth, and handed him to Yuna. Miliyah wrapped their daughter in a pink blanket, and put her in Yuna's other arms, as silent tears of joy crept from Tidus and Yuna's eyes.

Their daughter had strands of blonde hair, and her eyes were an intense crystal blue, deeper and brighter than Tidus's eyes. A hint of green was in her right eye, a trait inherited from Yuna. Her face was very much like Yuna's, with her lips and nose, but she had Tidus's eyes. She was indeed a beautiful baby.

Their son had strands of deep brown hair, his eyes blue as well, with hints of green in both eyes. He looked like Tidus had as a child, with medium cheekbones, soft, small lips and intense blue eyes. Yuna looked at their children with tears in her eyes, and softly kissed their foreheads.

"Tidus, I'm so happy right now. We have our children in our arms at last. I love them as much as I love you. We decided on their names, right?"

Tidus nodded, and kissed the three of them, and smiled softly.

"He's our Zaonus and she's our Yunalyn. He's going to grow up and be known for his good looks and pure heart. She's going to grow up and be known for her angelic voice. We have our perfect family Yuna. I love you."

Yuna kissed him, and handed their children to him, so they could be held by their father for the very first time. They both pressed their tiny heads against his chest, and fell into a quiet slumber, as did Yuna. The doctor turned to Tidus and smiled.

"You did well. Both of you. Both of the babies are in perfect health. Their names are Yunalyn and Zaonus correct? I'll have their birth certificates in the morning. I'll let you sleep here tonight, so you can go home together in the morning. Rest well."

And with that, Tidus fell asleep after he had placed Yunalyn into Yuna's arms.

TO BE CONTINUED…

Author's notes: There it is. The chapter everyone has been waiting for. I'll be taking a break from writing Our Story to update my other story. A new Tidus and Yuna oneshot is in the works, so be on the lookout for it. Our Story chapter twelve should be out by the 24th. Thank you for reading. Reviews are welcome, and please tell your friends about Our Story. Support and feedback are the best tools I have to make my story enjoyable.