Warnings: TRIGGERS IN THIS CHAPTER!TRIGGER WARNING! TRIGGER WARNING! TRIGGER WARNING! CONTAINS SCENES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, RAPE, AND MURDER.Chapter contains a homosexual incestual relationship and sexual content between two women. If you don't like it, don't read it.
Rating: M
Summary: What happens when she gets her wish and Tegan finds herself in an alternate reality where Sara is her girlfriend, and not her sister? Will be a LONG fic, updated often.
A/N: I don't know why I feel that these fluffy filler chapters are necessary, but I write them anyways. Hello Procrastination. Anyways, enjoy. Don't forget to Review!
Disclaimer: COMPLETELY FICTIONAL!
In case you missed it: TRIGGER WARNING! CONTAINS SCENES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, RAPE, AND MURDER.
Chapter 30 – My Superman
Sara's POV
My eyes scan the computer screen, carefully reading each word of the paper I'm about to submit. I take another sip of my chamomile tea and let its warmth cascade down my raw throat. Tegan and I had caught colds a few days ago. She'd gotten it worse than me, but refused to miss a day on her current build with Habitat for Humanity. I packed her a special lunch to hopefully bring her a smile during what I know's going to be a rough day. Sighing, I finish reading the document and hit "submit". My first university paper is done. This feels good. I sit back in my big, brown leather chair and rub my tummy. 32 weeks now.
We had a great Thanksgiving. Mom cooked a whole spread, refusing to let me or Tegan do anything. It turned into Dallas and Tegan cracking out the acoustics. I would have joined but playing was uncomfortable for me at this point. I was starting to get winded by just walking a few steps. Emy and Lindsey came by more often for dinner and board games. It was nice: being off and just enjoying my family; even though, they all insisted that we watch horror movies at Halloween. Not my favourite.
Now, I was looking forward to the weekend, and the baby shower. Mum was maybe more excited than me. She had all these dumb games planned. I really just wanted to see all my friends while my life was still my own.
I felt my nipple leak and groaned in frustration. That started just this morning and is taking some getting used to. Good thing Mum thought ahead and had bought nipple pads months ago. I woke up with a wet shirt this morning. Tegan thought it was hilarious. It really is annoying.
I closed my laptop and slowly and painfully got up from my chair. I was now using the stereotypical pregnant woman, hand-on-back way to get up. Scanning my books, I pinpointed the one I was looking for, and grabbed it. I headed into the living room to curl up under some blankies with my tea and read about the history of sociology.
Tegan's POV
I felt the wood finally give way as I moved the saw through the last inch. Pulling my hand off the trigger, the blade stopped. I put the safety on and looked up, seeing my breath. It was cold. I looked around at the other volunteers, everyone hard at work. I coughed deeply into my elbow and shivered. I hate being sick. The house was so close to being done though. Grabbing the piece I'd just cut, I walked into the building and handed it off to Steve, the framing guy.
"Nice job, Quin. You can really work that saw" he praised.
I smiled and nodded "It's all in the elbow."
He chuckled and I went back to my station, grabbing my thermos of hot chocolate Sara had thoughtfully packed me this morning. Today was all tea, hot cocoa, homemade soup, and a slice of hot apple pie. Not to mention the adorable note she slipped in there. I took a swig and sighed at the relief it brought me. Eric, the flooring guy walked up to me.
"I wish my gal'd pack me a nice lunch like that. I'm stuck with fast food again. That wife of yours is something special" he told me, taking a drink of his Tim Horton's cup.
I nodded "Yeah. She really is."
"She about ready to pop yet?" he asked.
I nodded "One more month. You've got how many Eric?"
"Four. 8, 10, 14, and 17" He replies.
"Wow. I think the one's enough for me" I tell him.
"They're a handful for sure. Worth every second though."
I nod and cough again. He claps me on the back "Just a cold" I reply.
He chuckles "That's the spirit. I knew you were a tough one. Almost quitting time though. Then you can go home and curl up next to that good lookin' wife of yours"
I smile. I can't wait for that.
"Well, I best be getting back to work. These floors ain't gonna lay 'emselves" he tells me with a wink.
He walks away and I chuckle to myself, getting back to my own work. I think if I hadn't become a musician, I would have loved to work in construction. The atmosphere here is really nice. Everyone's so friendly. No one's swooning over my fame, we're all just here to donate our time and work to families in need. I picked up the next sheet of plywood and started up the saw again.
Sara's POV
Reading my textbook, I was right in the middle of the chapter on Ancient Greece, when Mum walked in the front door.
"Hey Mum" I called out.
"Hey. I brought you guys some dinner" she told me.
I finished the page and closed the book, putting it on the coffee table "Thanks. I was just doing some reading for school."
She put some bags on the table, then took off her jacket and shoes, walking in and having a seat next to me "How's that going?" she asked.
"Really well. I finished all the coursework for one class already. Working on the next" I told her.
"Wow. Sara, that's impressive. I always knew you were an academic" she says proudly and brushed the hair off my face.
"When does Tegan get home?" she asked.
"Six." I reply.
She sighs "She really shouldn't be leaving you here alone for that long" she says.
"Mum, I'm perfectly fine. All I do all day is read and do homework" I tell her.
"Good. I don't want anything to happen to my little Dan-Dan" she coos, leaning in and talking to my tummy.
Dani kicked and I smiled, grabbing her hand and putting it on my tummy.
"Keep talking to her, she heard you" I tell her.
"Is Mama treating you good Dani? Grandma loves you. Yes she does" Mum oogled.
She was rewarded with a kick that made her smile though. I smiled in return.
"She's really active. Kicks away all the time. Donchya little one?" I can't help cooing at her too.
I smile so wide I feel like my cheeks are going to crack. I never remember ever being this happy.
"She's gonna be big, that's for sure. Much bigger than little Tegan, or you. I still find is fascinating that you were both born the same day, at the same time, in the same hospital. What a coincidence. Will you be delivering at Met?" she asked.
"Umm…no. I'm going to deliver here" I tell her.
"Here? As in at home? Like the olden days? Oh, Sara you don't have to do that. You can deliver in a hospital now, with drugs. What does Emy say about this?" she asks.
I sigh "Mum, I'm going all natural. Emy thinks it's a great idea. She says I'll be more comfortable at home. We've got a big enough tub, and if something goes wrong, the hospital isn't that far away" I reason.
"Sara, really? Wouldn't you feel safer in the hospital?" she asks.
"Frankly, no. Mum, plenty of women give birth at home now. To happy, healthy babies. It's okay, we've got it under control. Emy's really good at what she does" I tell her.
She sighs and shrugs "Okay, Sara. It's your decision. But know that I'd rather you give birth in a hospital…" she sees I'm about to protest "but it's your body, and your daughter. I know."
I let it go "Thanks, Mum."
I rub my eyes and cough.
"Are you sick?" she asks.
"Just a cold. I'm fine. Been drinking tea" I tell her.
I know she wants to mama bear me, but I won't have it. I get it gratefully from Tegan, but that's enough. I grab the remote and turn the TV on. Our names are up there again. I roll my eyes.
"You'd think they'd have better things to talk about by now" Mum spat out.
I was about to change the channel, but "Breaking News" just happened. What now?
"We interrupt this broadcast to bring you Breaking News from downtown Vancouver, where a young woman has just come forward and confirmed to be having a sexual relationship with musician Tegan Quin from Tegan and Sara."
I laughed so loud it I swear the house would cave in. Mum looked at me like I was going crazy. I saw a picture of Tegan sitting in a booth, across from a young, blonde woman, touching hands and smiling at each other.
The news anchor kept chatting and I just laughed through it, unable to even pay attention to it.
"Why are you laughing? Oh you just wait until I get my hands on my daughter! How could she do such a thing?" Mum panicked.
"Mum, relax" I tried to stifle the laughs "Teegs didn't cheat on me. Oh this is too funny. I bet she freaks out about it too. I should act mad when she comes home."
"How do you know? Did you see that picture?" Mum asked
"Because I know Tegan, and she's the last person in the world who'd ever cheat, especially on me. Trust me" I explain.
Just then, the woman of the hour comes barrelling through the front door. I put on a straight face and look at her sternly as she slams the front door.
"Sara…" she pleads "Sara, I didn't…"
I slowly get to my feet, Mum looking sternly at Tegan too. I walk over and stare at her, right in the eyes. Then I laugh. Her eyes go wide as I fling my arms around her neck.
"Sara? Are you okay?" she asks
I nod "Welcome home, honey. Oh, I needed that laugh. You're home early."
"Yeah, they sent me home when they heard…have you seen the TV?" she asked
I nodded "Hilarious."
"Why is it so funny to you?" she asks
"Because it's so ridiculous. You. Cheating on me?" I laughed
She hugged me tighter and I felt the tension leave her body "You're not mad?"
I chuckled and shook my head "Hell no. Why would I be?"
Then the sigh comes and she smiles, kissing me and giving me a squeeze, before bending over and giving my tummy a kiss. Then she stood up and walked to mum.
"Hi Mum" she said, giving her a hug.
"Tegan." She warned "Are you going to explain that picture?"
Tegan sighed "A…a while ago now, I was having trouble sleeping so I went to a 24 hour diner for something to do, and met that waitress. We talked about babies, and she said her sister was a fan and she was struggling with a son and school. She was showing me a picture of him when that picture was taken. That's it. She gave me pie to bring home to Sara, I left her a big tip. Came home, snuggled up to my wife and fell asleep."
"That was damn good pie too" I added in, remembering it. I sat back down and changed the channel, putting the game on.
Tegan smiled at me, then turned back to Mum "Mum, I swear."
"Tegan Quin, so help me God if I ever catch you cheating on Sara!"
"It won't happen Mum. No one else comes close" Tegan smiles while saying, her voice is sounding more hoarse now.
"Babe, please take some cough syrup and get some tea. You're sounding like shit" I tell her.
She nods, but Mum turns to her "I've got it. Spend some time with your wife. I'm sorry, Tegan."
"Thanks Mum, and it's okay" Tegan says with a grin.
She sits on the sofa, laying down with her head in my lap. I run my fingers over her scalp and she sighs.
"Long day?" I ask
She nods and I run a hand along her arm "Tegan, you're freezing."
"It's cold outside" she responds.
I take the blanket I was wearing before and drape it over her outstretched body. She yawns and rolls onto her side, hear head facing my tummy. I gently lift my shirt and let her talk to Dani.
"Hey baby girl. How was your day? Mommy's so tired, but the house is almost done. We put the floors in today and finished the framing" she relayed, then gave my tummy a kiss that made me giggle. Then, she looked up at me "Thanks for the lunch hon, it was just what I needed today."
"You're welcome, love. Glad I could lend a hand" I purr, raking my hands through her hair again.
Mum puts down some Tea for Tegan on the coffee table, next to mine and hands her a shot glass of cough syrup. Tegan groans as she sits up and takes the shot, putting the glass down on the coffee table. It's my turn to lay in her lap as she puts her feet on the coffee table.
"Thanks mum" she says.
"You really shouldn't be out doing that work I the cold like this when you're sick" Mum scolded her.
"Mum, I'm fine" Tegan groans.
"Have you heard from your brother since Thanskgiving?" she asks.
Tegan sighs and shakes her head "He's on tour, mum. Leah's with him, he's alright. Probably just busy."
"I'm so glad the two of you are done with that, at least for a little. I get so worried when you're out traveling the world" she confesses.
I smile and wrap an arm under Tegan's one knee, resting my hand on the other. I pay attention to the Canuks beating the pants off the Bruins.
"He's fine Mum" Tegan repeats.
"I know. I just worry. Well, I'm going to put out dinner. You two relax" she insists.
"Okay, thanks Mum" I mumble from my spot in Tegan's lap. I look up at my wife and smile "I finished my final paper today for one class. Working on the second class" I tell her.
"That's great babe. I'm so proud of you!" she beamed.
She leaned down and kissed my temple.
"When can you write the exam?" she asks.
"Not until February. I have to fly to Edmonton to do it too. I figured I'll have a couple classes done by then, so I can get them all done at once" I tell her.
She nods "Dani'll be two months then. It's hard to imagine."
I sigh "I hate the idea of leaving her already. I'll pump as much as I can before I go, and it'll just be for the day. It's not that long of a flight."
Tegan nods "We'll work it out. Speaking of breastfeeding. How's your…situation?" she asked
I sighed "Annoying, but under control After you left, I called Mum. She'd already bought me some nursing pads and they were in Dani's top drawer, so I've been wearing those all day."
She nodded and leaned down, giving me another temple kiss "You're Superman, did you know that? I don't know how you're doing this, I'd have been laid up in bed, whining, and making you wait on me hand and foot from the 2nd month on. And here you are up and about, finishing 4 month classes in two weeks. You're amazing. I' so happy I have you to come home to at the end of the day. This is perfect" She whispers to me.
I chuckle "I'd go crazy if I'd been laid up in bed from the 2nd month."
"Girls, dinner" Mum calls.
"Good, I'm hungry" I call out as Tegan pushes me to a seated position.
I let out a huff and let her get up to take my hand and help heft me to my feet.
"Me too" she says, wrapping an arm around my waist and escorting me to the table.