8.

-Another month; currently eight months-

The due date was getting incredibly close and I was growing agonizingly anxious. The doctor said that the twins should be born soon…twins usually come early.

I stroked my belly softly and relaxed back into my pillow. I can't wait… Just thinking about holding them… makes me feel so happy.

I sort of wish Kid was here today… he went to Black Star's house to help him set up a new TV with Soul or something… He should be back soon though…

I dozed off a little, waiting for Kid. After a little while, I started to feel restless and uncomfortable. I tried to lay in different positions but I couldn't get comfortable at all. I sighed and stood. I tried to stretch a little but it didn't help, if anything, it seemed to make it worse. I decided to go get something to drink from the kitchen. Maybe the walking will make me feel better… I don't know, I just want this feeling to stop. When I started towards the kitchen, I felt a sharp pain go through me.

What was that?

I waited a second…

It was probably just my imagination… yeah…

I proceeded to pour a glass of water and walk back to the bedroom. I laid down and sat the water next to me. I felt another sharp pain and gasped slightly. That was weird… it was probably just a cramp…

I felt panic welling in my throat. It's just a cramp. Yep, just a cramp.

They pains started to get more intense and started to last longer. Oh my god… what should I do…? I know! I should call Kid!

I stood and went to get the phone. I picked it up and called his number.

No answer. His phone must be dead.

I felt even more panic fill my body. I tried to calm down and think. I sat on the bed as another wave of pain hit me. It's starting to really bad…

I stood again as it passed and felt something run down my legs. I looked down to see myself standing in a small puddle. I felt tears come to my eyes. Oh my god, oh my god, oh my god! Um… I should… call Maka!

I picked up the phone again and dialed her number. After what felt like forever, Maka picked up.

"Hello?"

"Uh hi, Maka. Can you please come to my house?"

"Sure, what's up?"

"I… um… I think I'm in labor." I tried to keep my voice calm.

"What?! Where's Kid?!"

"H-He's at Black Star's with Soul. I think his phone is dead. Please hurry, Maka."

"Ok, ok. I'm coming! I'll be there in a few!"

Maka hung up and I laid the phone next to me. I leaned back and squeezed my eyes shut as another pain came over me.

When it passed, I got up and went into the living room to wait for Maka. I hope she hurries…

After a few minutes I heard a frantic knock on the door. I struggled and finally got off the couch to answer the door. When I opened it, Maka rushed in.

"Oh my god, Crona. Are you ok? How are you feeling?"

"I'm fine… but I don't feel all that great. Can I borrow your phone?"

"Huh? Sure. Why?"

"I'm going to call Soul and ask to talk to Kid."

"Oh, that's smart! I thought you already knew Soul's number though."

I shook my head. "I forgot what it was…"

I went through Maka's contacts and finally found Soul's name.

I waited and eventually he picked up the phone. "Hey Maka, what's up?"

"It's Crona. Is Kid there?"

"Crona? Uh yeah, he's here." I could hear Kid start to ask something in the background. "Here he is,"

I heard the phone being passed to Kid, "Crona? Is something wrong?"

"Well… I'm… I'm in labor…"

"What? Are you ok? Where are you?" Kid's voice sounded slightly panicked, but calm for the most part.

"I-I'm fine. I'm at home with Maka."

"Ok, well, go ahead and go to the hospital, ok? I'll be there as soon as I can. Crona?"

"Yeah?"

"I love you. Everything will be ok, just make sure to stay calm, ok?"

I smiled slightly to myself, "I love you too, Kid. I will. See you soon." I'm surprised that Kid is so calm… I thought he would freak out…

"Ok, bye, Crona."

"Bye." I handed Maka the phone, "Maka, will you please drive me to the hospital?"

She nodded and smiled, "Of course!"

We walked out to her car and got in. I felt another pain slice through me and a small squeak escaped from my lips.

"Are you ok, Crona?" Maka asked, sounding concerned.

I nodded tensely as the pain lingered. After about a minute, the pain passed. "Maka, how long will it take to get to the hospital?"

She thought a second, while turning to get on the highway. "Maybe thirty minutes?"

I sighed and leaned back. I wish Kid was here…

The ride there was blurry and pain-filled. I don't really remember much…

I do, however, remember the glorious moment when the hospital came into view. I sighed with relief. "Maka, can I see your phone again? I want to call Kid."

"Sure!" She said and handed me the phone.

As I dialed the number, Maka found a parking place fairly close to the entrance. As Maka and I walked inside the hospital, Soul picked up the phone.

"Maka or Crona?" He asked immediately.

I smiled slightly, "Crona."

"Ok, here's Kid." I heard Soul pass the phone, "Hello? Crona? Are you doing ok?"

I felt myself relax some at the sound of Kid's voice. "Yes, I'm ok. We just got to the hospital. Where are you guys?"

"We're only about fifteen minutes away."

"Good, well I'll see you in a few. I love you."

I heard Kid chuckle slightly, "I love you too, Crona. Goodbye."

"Bye." I said and passed the phone back to Maka.

It didn't take long for me to be omitted in and taken to a room. It was a small room with one bed and a small, square, window.

After about five minutes, the door opened. I expected to see Kid come running over, but instead, I was greeted by a doctor.

"Hello, Miss… Crona. How are you feeling today?"

I grimaced slightly. "Not too well."

The doctor chuckled slightly, "Well soon you'll have your wonderful babies in your arms."

I smiled at the thought.

"Now that's the spirit." The doctor proceeded to evaluate me and soon left, saying that everything looked great.

After he left, I looked up to the clock. Where is Kid? It's been thirty minutes…

My mind started going off on endless possibilities as to where he was, things that could've happened to him, etc., etc. I started to get upset. Maka wasn't here either. She went to get Kid and I's bags from home.

I didn't like being here all alone. I want Kid to be here. He's supposed to be here for this… I felt a pain shoot through me again and I yelped in surprise. I tried to turn on my side to alleviate the pain, but if anything, it only made it worse.

I felt tears run down my cheeks. There are so many emotions going on inside my head that I don't know which to feel. I'm excited, nervous, apprehensive, sad, happy, angry, impatient, restless, and scared all at once.

Mostly scared…

What if something did happen to Kid? What if he doesn't get here in time to see our babies?

I felt more tears run down my cheeks as a sob started in my throat.

I know I'm being childish, lying here, crying. I'm going to be a mom! I need to stop this!

But I couldn't… I kept crying until I heard someone enter the room. I didn't look up, because I knew it wouldn't be Kid… it's probably just another nurse…

"Crona?"

I held my breath. Was that… Kid's voice?

"Crona, are you ok?"

I turned to see Kid standing over me, looking concerned.

I smiled big and felt new tears run down my cheeks, this time, they were tears of happiness.

Kid smiled back and leaned down to hug me. When it was clear that I wasn't letting go anytime soon, Kid sat next to me and firmly placed his arms around me.

"Are you ok? How are you feeling? Are you still in pain?"

I giggled, "I'm ok. But, yes, I am in a little pa—" I cut off as sharp pain went through me again.

"What's wrong? Crona, are you ok?!" I leaned against Kid, waiting for the pain to pass. Though he was panicked, having him here calmed me down a lot.

When the pain was gone, I closed my eyes and relaxed into Kid's arms.

"Are you ok, Crona?" Kid asked again.

I nodded, now feeling slightly drained.

Kid continued to hold me while rubbing my stomach soothingly.

After a while, Kid kissed my forehead. "You should get some rest. You're going to need all the energy you can get."

I smiled and relaxed even further. Kid's right… I should... get… some sleep…

Within mere seconds, I felt myself slip into slumber.

A/N Hello! I'm sooooooooo sorry I haven't updated in so long! Busy, busy, busy! XD Sorry for weird ending, too! Thank you sooooo much for all the name suggestions! I think the names shall be revealed within the next chapter or two :3 (I still can't decide!) Well, I hope you enjoyed!

—Yuki