Chapter 31: Finally knowing you
Mulder and Scully arrive at the hospital for week 20 ultrasound and know the sex of the baby, he can't stop smiling and she finds it amusing, they are halfway through and is a miracle for both, she has been taking all the precautions and he has became an over protector, they walk holding hands, they got used to the looks of some people, an older couple expecting a child, the truth is they don't care about it anymore, the only thing that matters, is how happy they are.
Mulder feels more in love than ever, that beautiful woman is glowing more than ever, her freckles have become more visible and she has gained weight becoming even more beautiful, her belly is growing a lot lately, the top of her uterus is about level with her belly button and she looks adorable, he can't stop staring at her with the eyes of a teenage boy in love. The best part is that she knows she is beautiful, and they have taken advantage of her recent fieryness.
The technician applies the gel in Scully's belly, after searching for a few seconds, they can see again the image of the baby, the heartbeat is strong and healthy, a true delight for their ears, they can see the heart, the kidneys, and the brain hemispheres, also that little nose that Mulder says is hers, the technician asks if they wanna know the sex and they say yes, even is evident for Scully, Mulder can't really see it, when the man says is a girl Mulder almost cries, it is the most beautiful vision that her eyes have seen, a proud and happy father.
They walk towards the car with the baby photographs in their hands, Mulder can't stop looking at them, he is already in love with their daughter - we have to go shopping immediately Scully - he says squeezing her hand, she laughs shaking her head.
- Slow down Mulder, you are super excited - he stops and turns to look at her, he remain silent for a few seconds - What? - she says raising her eyebrows
- I can't be happier Scully, you make me the luckiest man alive - he says looking straight into her eyes, she caresses his cheek smiling and sighs
- You made me the luckiest woman Mulder, since the day we meet - he leans down holding her by the waist and kiss her, a long and passionate kiss, after being satisfied with kisses, both smile, they start walking again the few steps that separate them from the car - Alright, let's go buy something - she says smiling at him, he nods and help her get in the car, then he turn around and drive - Mulder - he turns his gaze towards her - I think is time for you to sell the Mustang and for me to sell the house -
He looks at her thoughtfully, selling the Mustang is necessary but painful, that car was the proof of his freedom, and was his baby for little more than a year, and the house, well, they have been renting it with airbnb, but she prefers to sell it and not have to take charge of arrangements or modifications - You're right, let's put them on sale, I think both will have several offers - she nods and look at the baby sonogram images again, she smiles, their little miracle is healthy.
They go to Burlington in Richmond, the crib is already in the house, waiting that Mulder has the courage to put it together, he has already ordered other things online as onesies, bibs, receiving blankets, one very special blanket of spacecrafts, and two hats with ears of rabbit and bear. Today she wants to buy a baby transporter, the kind that transforms from a baby car to a car seat, and since they know the sex, they can spend a fortune on baby clothes, in addition to baby bottles and diapers.
Mulder picks up a shopping cart and she walks beside him grabbing the waistband of his pants, she is wearing a beautiful baby blue maternity, shirt with long and wide sleeves, maternal jeans and flat shoes, her hair is a little longer because pregnancy makes it grow faster.
They get some burp clothes, little socks, more onesies, little dresses, headbands, little sweaters and shoes, beautiful pink ruffle shorts, leggings and a white tutu skirt. He finds a bodysuits that reads Daddy's princess and another one that reads Naturally cute, Scully giggles with his choices, he is really enjoying it, he holds the cart with one hand and embrace her with the other one while they walk towards the baby carriers, she puts one hand around his waist and the another one in the cart.
He kisses her hair smiling - How are you feeling honey? - he asks looking at her
She smiles looking up - I'm very good, this is fun, right? - she says smiling - I can't believe we actually waited this long for come here - he nods in agreement, but he knows the reason, they have tried to keep her at rest for as long as possible, that's how they have reached the middle of her pregnancy without complications.
He kisses her hair again - This is really fun, I'm enjoying this -
- No kidding! - she says making fun of him, he tickles her as revenge
They buy a backpack - buckle - sling - wrap baby carrier with a stars pattern, that impressed Mulder, also a pink and white bouncer, a purple diaper bag, and they finally decided to buy a car seat and a stroller, not the one that transformed.
After two hours her back aches, she walks with her hand on her back - Let's go home Scully, you are tired - he says looking at her with concern
She nods and half smiles - Yeah, I think we buy more than we thought -
When they get home she goes straight to lie on the couch, while Mulder get everything out of the car, he must make four trips to the car and back to get everything down, she looks at him with guilt from the couch - I'm sorry Mulder, I really want to help you - she says seeing the drops of sweat on his forehead
He smiles exhausted - it's okay Scully, I understand, don't worry - when he finishes, he sits on the couch and puts her feet on his thighs, he lets out a loud sigh and leans his head against the back of the couch - we're old for this - he says out of breath.
She laughs nodding - Yes, I'm feeling it right now - she says moving uncomfortably on the sofa, he puts one hand on her belly and the baby moves - At least there is someone here who is not tired - she says smiling, as she feels the dance of the baby under his hand, he smiles closing his eyes, she also closes her eyes putting her hand on top of his and the other one under her round breasts. After a few minutes both of them fall asleep, feeling the movement of their daughter under their hands.