Shes mine the words echoing in Willows head. The relief she felt after almost seven long years of uncertainty must have shown on her face as Matt said "Wills, say something" "Say it...say it again Matt. Say those two words again" she replied quietly as Matt once again said "Shes mine. Jas is my daughter. Ninety nine percent match" "Im sorry. Im sorry for dragging this out for so long...i ... should never have left" Willow said, almost silently crying. "Its ok Wills, we made it. Look at us now, three beautiful, amazing girls" Matt said as he put his arms around her. "Sorry Matt. I dont know whats wrong with me. I guess its the pregnancy hormones and exhaustion making me emotional" she sobbed as Matt held her.
"Feeling better Wills?" Matt asked a few hours later as they cuddled up on the sofa. "Much better" Willow replied, sighing. "I guess everything happening so quickly this past month, ive just bottled everything up and tonight just made everything complete" "We were always complete Wills. But getting these results and having Evie, its just cemented how much i love you and the girls" Matt replied as Willow leaned into him. "I want to tell people Matt. After mania, i want the world to know about us" she said as he asked "are you sure?" "Im sure Matt, its always been you and me against the world" she replied, a sense of uncertainty in her tone. "Wills, are you sure youre ok? You just sound so uncertain and sort of scared" Matt said as she nodded. "You know what scares me Matt. I know most of it is in my head, its stupid little things that i need to work through" Willow said as Matt kissed her forehead. "You dont have to be scared Wills. Youre not alone, im here. Tell me what youre scared of" he asked. "Im scared of the cancer returning, im scared im going to have to go testify at Victors trial, im scared im going to fuck up at Mania. Theres other smaller worries but those are the big ones" she said as Matt held her. "The first two things we can face together if it happens. As for Mania, you wont fuck up. Ive seen you in training, you're a natural. You have very little ring rust,you'll put the others to shame" he replied which made Willow smile. "Thats better, i love that smile" he said as Willow kissed him. "You always did know how to make me feel better and make me smile Matt" she said as Matt faced her and said "There is one more thing i wanted to ask. Its kind of stemming from something Jas said a while back" "What is it?" she asked as Matt said "I know you probably dont want to think about it right now but would you consider getting remarried one day?"
Would you consider getting remarried one day the words eachoing, taking Willow completely by surprise. "I knew it was bad timing. I shouldnt have asked, im sorry Will" Matt said as Willow sighed. "I just wasnt expecting it Matt. Its not something ive really thought about, given the events of the past month" she replied, sensing his disappointment she added "but im not opposed to it. Just give me time, give us time. Maybe ask me in a year or two" before kissing him. "But if we do it, its got to be small. In the barn, close friends and family. Really simple" Willow added as Matt nodded. "I am one hundred percent down for that" he said before asking "Have you had any more ideas on who you want to induct you into the hall of fame?" "I think so. I think im going to go with mom and Trish, i just need to figure out when to ask them" she replied sighing. "Why dont you spend the day with them tomorrow?" he asked as Willow leaned into him, closing her eyes.
"Wills, are you feeling ok? Youre being unusually quiet" Matt asked a few hours later as Willow closed her eyes in frustration. "Just stop Matt. You dont know what its like for me, being on my own all day everyday. Running around after the girls, my body still healing, the sleepless nights" she snapped, totally confused as to where the sudden anger was coming from."Im exhausted Matt. Physically and mentally" she said as Ever began to cry. "Im going to go get her then go to bed" Willow said as she headed upstairs, leaving Matt confused about the two sides of Willow hed seen in a matter of hours. He made sure the house was silent before taking out his cell and messaging the two women he hoped would help her out of the slump she was in.
Willow awoke the following morning, having slept the entire night for the first time in weeks. She felt guilty about blowing up at Matt the night before, realising hed got up every time one of the girls needed them during the night. It was only then did she hear how silent the house was. She dressed and headed downstairs, where she heard a familiar voice say "about time you were up sleepy. Come on, we're taking you out" "What are you doing here mom?" Willow asked as she sat next to Amy, with Trish entering the room a few minutes later. "We're taking you out. We've barely seen you since Evie arrived" Amy said as Trish noticed Willow had been crying. "Wills, whats wrong? Youve been crying" she asked as Willow sighed. "Is Matt around? I need to apologise to him" she said as Amy said "Spill now" "I just snapped at him last night and i dont know why" she replied quietly. "Come on, we are going out. Weve got a table booked for brunch and then girls only" Amy said as Willow reluctantly stood up and followed them out.
"So what happened with Matt last night?" Amy asked as the three women sat at the small table."I dont know. One minute we were just chilling on the sofa watching TV, the next im snapping at him for asking a simple question. I guess everything just came to a head last night" Willow replied feeling tears building up. "We got the DNA results back for Jas. Shes his, always was" she added as Trish hugged her. "Wills, i dont want to sound insensitive but you dont think youve got post partum depression?" she asked as Willow sighed. "Possibly. I think my head has been spinning non stop since the wedding. I wasnt expecting to have Ever, be officially back with Matt, going to Mania for the first time in two years..." "Youre going to mania?" Amy asked as Willow nodded. "I kind of have to. Im going into the Hall of Fame" she replied as Amy and Trish hugged her. "I cant believe you didnt tell us straight away! How long have you known?" Amy asked as Willow replied "a week. Ive just needed some time to process it and figure out who i want to induct me" "Its got to be Matt right? I mean you two have been inseperable since day one" Trish guessed as Willow shook her head. "I did consider him but i thought of two much better people" she replied as she stared at Amy and Trish, trying to give them the hint. "Who is it Will? Youre killing us here" Amy asked as Willow said "Id love it for it to be you two. Who better than the two women who brought me into this crazy world" "Absolutley yes" Amy and Trish said in unison, as their food was served.
"I know you both have your outfits for the hall of fame, but do you want to go dress shopping for mania weekend with me?" Willow asked a few hours later as they left the restaurant. "Jeff still has the twins..." Trish replied as Amy added "and Adam still has Nevaeh. Im in" As they all got into Amys car and began to drive around, Willow said "Im sorry for being really weird this morning. This is just what i needed. Theres something else you both should know" "What is it?" Trish asked as Willow exhaled "Matt asked if id ever consider getting remarried. Literally out of nowhere" "No wonder your heads messed Wills. What did you say to him?" Amy asked as Willow explained "I told him i hadnt even thought about it this last month. Sort of been a little preoccupied with other things" "You know he loves you and wants whats best for you and the girls" Amy said as they pulled up at the first location as Willow realised that Matt had set the day up.
"I cant believe you found a dress on the first day of looking. I spent ages finding mine" Trish said as they pulled up outside her place. "I know Trish, i was fully expecting not to find something. Then end up paniking and buying something totally not me" Willow said as Amy added "That pale blue looked gorgeous on you" "Thanks mom, it didnt scream thirty year old mom of three whos back with her ex?" "Not at all Wills. I have to go, but how about i do a dinner next week for all of us?" Trish suggested as Willow and Amy nodded as Trish got out of the car, waving as she watched her friends drive off. "Thanks for today mom, i really needed it" Willow said as they neared Matts place. "Mom, did Matt put you and Trish up to taking me out today? Ive just had a feeling all day" she asked as Amy replied "He messaged us last night. Trish and i did most of the planning, but he did help set it up. Im going to say no more" as they pulled up to the house. "Mom whats wrong with me? I should be happy, ive got everything i ever wanted but i feel like im spiralling down." Willow said quietly as she looked at the dark house. "How long have you felt like this Wills?" Amy asked as Willow replied "Just this past month. I guess everthing has happened so fast and its like one huge blur. I think my brain is still trying to process everything, because it shouldnt have been like this" "But you do want this, with Matt right?" Amy asked as Willow nodded. "More than anything. I need to talk to him dont i?" "I think you do. Matt, he loves you. I see it when he looks at you. He'll understand why youre feeling the way you are" Amy replied as she hugged Willow. "Now, go see him" she said as Willow left the car, heading into the house as Amy drove off.
"What the fuuuuuu" Willow said quietly as she entered the house. There were candles everywhere and a note in Matts handwriting had been left on the hallway table with her name on it. It read:
Go to the ensuite
"What are you doing to me Matt?" she said quietly as she headed to the bedroom. The candles forming a path as she headed upstairs. The house was eerily silent as she thought to herself where is everyone? Its after six, they've obviously been home. She entered the bedroom and headed straight into the ensuite where she discovered a hot bubble bath had been run for her. She looked around the bathroom and discovered another note on the vanity which read:
Relax and enjoy the bubbles!
Willow smiled as she placed the note down and slowly removed her clothing. Submerging herself into the water, she ran a hand over her scarred stomach and abdomen. Feeling relaxed for the first time in weeks, she began thinking about the notes and the day she'd had with Amy and Trish. I owe Matt a huge apology for the way i acted last night. I snapped at him when he didnt deserve it and now hes done all this for me she thought as soft, relaxing music began to play. Willow began to feel drowzy but hungry at the same time. She closed her eyes for a what felt like a few minutes, yet when she opened her eyes the water had turned cold. She grabbed her cell and saw it was almost 7:30, hearing her stomach rumble, she climbed out of the bath and headed back into the bedroom where she had to do a double take. On the bed was a gift and another note I swear they werent there before Willow thought as she picked up the note :
Wills, i know youve been dealing with alot this past month. Your whole world changed within a week and i know it hasnt been an easy ride. You deserve to be treated like a queen. Come to the dining room for 8pm.
Willow put the note down and picked up the small gift. It was light, and the small tag said open me as she sat on the bed and opened the box. "Matt... its beautiful" she said to herself as she took out the silver bracelet and put it on. She went to her dressing room, deciding what to wear for dinner. She picked out a simple black strappy satin dress before heading downstairs, the candles still lit. She was tempted to take a peak into the kitchen but didnt want to spoil Matts surprise although whatever he was cooking smelled delicious. Willow headed to the dining room, which was filled with candles. She stood in the doorway, gazing at how beautiful the room was when Matt came and stood behind her. "You look amazing Wills" he whispered in her ear as she spun round to face him. "Matt...i..." she began to say but he interrupted her. "Sit down, dinner is ready. I hope youre hungry" he said as he hurried off into the kitchen as Willow took a seat,looking out into the dark garden. "Dinner is served" Matt said a few minutes later, returning with two bowls of his infamous seafood pasta."I havent had this in forever!" Willow exclaimed as Matt sat opposite her. "Tonight its just you, me and Ever. Dad has Jas and Rubes. You need this break Wills, i knew it last night" Matt said as Willow ate her pasta. "Matt, im sorry for last night. I should never have snapped at you the way i did" Willow said as she continued "I guess everything thats happened this last month happened so quickly, i havent quite processed it all yet. Its not an excuse Matt but you didnt deserve it" "Its ok Wills, i get it. You werent expecting to be here with me, neither was i if im being totally honest" Matt replied before continuing "Ever was a shock to us all. The best surpise though and i know youve been dealing with the three girls on your own. Youre exhausted i can tell so i threw this surprise for you" "Youre amazing Matt. I dont deserve you or this or this beautiful bracelet" Willow said as Matt smiled at her. "You deserve the world Wills. You deserve to be treated like the queen you are and i intend to do that. I love you" he said as Willow replied "I love you too Matt. Im going to see if i can get back into therapy to help with my constant battles in my head" "As long as it helps you Wills, im all for it" Matt said as he reached across the tabe and took her hand. "Want to head up to Kittyhawke for a few days? Just us and the girls?" he asked as Willow nodded. "That would be nice" she replied as they flirted as they ate the remainder of their meal.
"Hey, thank you for tonight Matt. I didnt know just how much i needed this night with you" Willow said as she cuddled with Matt on the sofa, having just fed Ever. "Like i said earlier. You deserve it. You do so much for us, for the girls, for me without any days off" he said, kissing the top of her head. "You know me Matt, i love keeping busy" she replied, smiling at him. "Can we make a deal? We're going to have a really crazy, intense few weeks with the hall of fame and mania, but can we have at least one date night a month? Just you and me?" she asked as Matt nodded. "I was going to suggest the same thing. Dinner after mania as our first "official" date?" Matt asked as Willow nodded with a smile."Sounds perfect Matt" she replied before asking "Will you be watching the match at Mania in the gorilla or in the locker room?" "I dont know yet Wills. Maybe start in the locker room then go to the gorilla for the end. I want to be the first one to congratulate you after you win" Matt replied as Willow leaned into him. "I dont deserve you Matt. Not after the shit I put you through with Haytham" she said quietly as Matt kissed her. "You deserve the world Wills, especially after him. I intend to give you it all" he replied as Willows cell went off. "Text from El. Waters broke this morning. Phil junior is finally on his way"