Duo Patribus Unum Genus
SUMMARY: The guys are ready to start a family, but first they must convince Adalind to help them.
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Chapter Six: Look Who's Talking…About Babies II
Elizabeth: Adalind, my dear, I need to stop by Rosalee's Spice Shop on my way to the boy's house tonight to pick up more of the dried zwetschkenröster that she said she finally was able to get in. Would you like me to stop by and pick you up on my way?
Adalind: So sweet of you to offer Elizabeth! Shall I be ready about 7:30?
Elizabeth: That is perfect. Do you need anything from Rosalee's?
Adalind: I was just there yesterday! She also was able to finally get more zweigelt in!
Elizabeth: That is actually on my list of things I'll need soon. See you tonight Addie!
Nick: Sean! I'm at the store with the list you emailed me for our dinner tonight. What the heck is vietnamese nuoc mam? Is that even English?
Sean: It's Asian fish sauce, love.
Nick: Ooooohhh…you could have just put that :-/
Sean: I shall remember that for next time.
Nick: I don't suppose snow peas are just regular peas that are hanging out in snow?
Sean: LOL
Nick: …uh, that was actually a question…
Nick: I do believe that is the first time I've ever seen a Royal Prince/Police Captain use LOL…
Sean: It was appropriate to the situation. Snow peas are in the produce aisle.
Nick: Found them! Google is my friend :)
Nick: So…is jasmine rice…just rice? Why must you use all the weird ingredients when Nick is doing the shopping? *pout*
Sean: Jasmine rice will be on the same aisle as the white or brown rice. I do believe you are the one who picked out the green curry braised salmon recipe, love *smile*
Nick: Well…I didn't know it had funky ingredients! Next time I'll read the recipe.
Nick: Found the rice…possibly scared a mauzhertz when I cheered…
Nick: in the flower shop now. white lilies for your Mom? pink daisies for Addie?
Sean: Yes to both. Thank you for taking care of the errands, love. I'm leaving the station now.
Nick: race you home!
Sean: NICHOLAS DAVID BURKHART – NO!
Nick: fun sucker…and I don't mean that in the good way :-/
Sean: I would like the love of my life and father of my future children to arrive home in one piece.
Nick: Likewise! Let's agree to drive smart and safe!
Sean: Agreed.
Sean flipped the salmon in the sauté pan and placed the lid back on. Turning he saw that Nick had started pacing between their dining room and kitchen. Realizing Nick was only becoming more nervous as the time for Adalind to arrive grew closer; Sean knew his Grimm needed a distraction. Unfortunately, there was not time for his usual mode of Grimm distraction, so keeping Nick busy would have to do. "Nick, love, could you open the wine for me?"
"Sure! Oh! Addie is going to love this Blauburgunder Pinot Noir!"
"It goes well with the menu we decided on and I happen to know it's one of her favorites."
"Sean that was the best salmon and rice dish I have ever had!"
"Thank you Adalind. Nick gets the credit for finding the recipe."
"Nick will make sure the next recipe he picks does not require so many funky and hard to locate ingredients!" Nick grumbled as he began picking up plates and taking them to the kitchen.
Elizabeth and Adalind can't help but laugh once Nick was out of the room. "Son, what funky and hard ingredients did you send your Grimm after?"
Sean rolls his eyes, but the smile teasing at his lips tells the ladies that he's not nearly as annoyed as he is amused. "Nick had some troubles locating the vietnamese nuoc mam, snow peas, and jasmine rice."
"See! Funky and hard to locate!" Nick says returning from the kitchen with a try laden with four cups of coffee and a plate of chocolate truffle cookies.
Eyeing the dessert and rich smelling coffee Nick was placing in front of her, Adalind couldn't contain her curiosity any longer. "Ok gentlemen! Time to explain what's going on. First the mysterious and out-of-the-blue dinner invitation. Then arriving to a vase of beautiful pink daisies, which I know you know are my absolute favorite flower. Followed by a delicious dinner. Now my favorite cookies."
Nick and Sean share a silent look before Sean starts explaining. "We wanted to have you over to ask you for a favor."
"I don't think we can call this a favor Sean! This is big! Huge! Life changing! Just listen what we're asking and promise you'll take at least the night to think before giving us your answer Addie!" Nick says, a bit of pleading in his voice. As much as he wants this, Nick doesn't want Addie to feel pressured to agree if she's not sure.
Sean nods in agreement with Nick. "Yes, this is more than a favor. We both want you to take as much time as necessary to decide. No pressure."
Sensing that Nick and Sean were hesitant to actually ask Adalind, Elizabeth decides to give them a push. "Boys, why don't you actually tell Addie what it is you've brought her here to ask her? I'm sure she's anxious to know."
"Yes, because I'm imaging all sorts of weird requests right now…"
Nick takes a deep breath and asks "Have you heard of the Duo Patribus Unum Genus zaubertrank?"
Adalind takes a moment to process the name and smiles brightly. "Oh my! You want to start a family! You want babies with both your genes! Can you imagine how CUTE your babies will be?!" She jumps up and rushes to hug first Nick, and then Sean. "YES! If you are asking me if I'll help with the zaubertrank and carry the baby – the answer is one hundred percent YES! I am honored that you asked me!"
Shocked at how excited Adalind is, Nick looks at Sean briefly before starting to ramble nervously "We are thrilled you're so excited, but we really want you to think about this before just saying yes. This is a big commitment and we don't want you to agree now, but regret your decision because you didn't stop to consider all that is going to happen. I did some reading today. You could have nine months of nausea, acne, peeing yourself, huge boobs, no sex afterwards for WEEKS, stretch marks, hemorrhoids, weird dreams, sleepless nights…"
Elizabeth places her hand on Nick's arm. "Love, I'm happy to see you've been researching, but I'm going to stop you now as Sean is starting to look a little pale. Yes, all of those are possible pregnancy concerns. Not every woman has the same experiences while pregnant. When I was pregnant with Sean I had some nausea, but that was probably the worst of it. Hexenbiests generally have fairly easy pregnancies. What I remember most is hearing his heartbeat at every appointment, feeling him kick for the first time, knowing that I was helping grow this little person who would become the amazing man you see today."
Sitting back in her chair across the table from the couple Adalind smiles "Nick I am truly touched that you both are so concerned with making sure I know what I'm getting into. You may not know, but I have assisted Henrietta several times when she has performed the Duo Patribus Unum Genus zaubertrank. I am fully aware of this process. While I am happy to say yes right now, I will respect your wishes and think on it tonight."
"Thank you for even considering this Adalind. Nick and I would be honored to have you carry our child or children, if you decide you are willing."
Adalind hugged the couple as she and Elizabeth prepared to make their exit. "I'll message or call you tomorrow. Thank you for a lovely evening!"
Sean: Thank you for coming tonight Mother.
Elizabeth: No need to thank me, love. I would do anything for you and Nick! Plus Adalind is like the daughter I never had, so knowing she will probably be helping to make me a Grandmother warms my heart.
Sean: Don't get your hopes up just yet Mother. She hasn't officially said yes. She could be spending her evening thinking of all the negatives Nick mentioned and decide it's not worth it to agree to carry a baby for us. Who in their right mind would want to face nausea, acne, stretch marks, weird dreams, or sleepless nights? How can we even ask her to do that? Just so we can have a baby with both our genes. Maybe we should just adopt.
Elizabeth: SEAN ALEXANDER RENARD
Sean: Mother?
Elizabeth: Sorry, I had to stop your rambling. Your Grimm is rubbing off on you. ;)
Sean: Very funny Mother.
Elizabeth: Your nervousness is perfectly natural.
Maybe you should go relax with Nick. Or…go to bed early ;)
Sean: MOTHER! Have a good night.
Elizabeth: :)
Adalind: Thanks for being there tonight Elizabeth! It's always good to spend the evening with you. Plus you've become the master of ending Nick's rambling *wink*
Elizabeth: It's always a pleasure to spend time with you as well, my dear. Nick does tend to ramble when he's nervous, so I've had some practice. Apparently its intimidating when you're a Grimm meeting your mate's Hexenbiest mother ;)
Adalind: LOL Our tough Grimm can be rather adorable at times!
Adalind: So…am I crazy for not spending any more time considering the Duo Patribus Unum Genus zaubertrank? I want to do this for them! Sean and Nick will be amazing parents!
Elizabeth: While I am thrilled with the prospect of grandchildren to spoil, you shouldn't rush into this.
Adalind: I've done enough not so great things as a Hexenbiest thanks to my Mother's witchy influence. I want to do something *really* good. Helping two of the most amazing men create a family is a really good thing!
Elizabeth: Oh Addie! You are NOTHING like your mother! You are, in fact, quite the opposite of Catherine. The daughter I always wanted!
Adalind: Great, not even pregnant yet and already getting all emotional. I am so thankful for the example you've given me of how to positively use my Hexenbiest nature.
Elizabeth: And now I'm getting a little teary-eyed! I need to get some potions mixed for a client. Let me know what you decide tomorrow. Good night, dear!
Adalind: Sweet dreams!
To be continued…