Aife
The Succubus was up bright, and early. She had just hung up her phone when the staff asked what to prepare for dinner. Breakfast was as good as done. She was a little hungry herself.
"We'll wait for them to decide. Probably burgers since lunch and breakfast will be extravagant". Aife said.
They all nodded and left Aife to whatever she was doing. The Succubus had arranged for four shifts of people to work for her for as long as Bo and Lauren are pregnant. Probably a little longer after the babies are born too. The staff often thought ahead so that they couldn't be blamed for other's mistakes. Three people had been drained when Aife caught them sleeping when they were supposed to be working.
Aife checked the time, and was ready to run on an errand when the chef announced breakfast was ready. She opted to tell Bo since they needed their rest without too many interruptions. Once she grabbed a plate of food to go, she left.
An hour later, she arrived at her destination.
"You know why I'm here? Aife asked.
"Yes ma'am, I'm aware". A woman answered.
"Do you have somewhere else to go? Aife asked.
"Yes ma'am, I do". The woman replied.
"Good. Now get out of here, I'll come and get you when I'm done. Don't forget the plan. You don't want to fuck me over! Aife smiled as she held the woman's head in her hand. The woman smiled at the warmth, and bowed as she left.
The Succubus laughed and changed clothes once she was given some new ones to put on. She opened a door, shut the lights off, and waited. She snickered when she thought of everything she was about to do.
Bo and Lauren
Bo and Lauren were still in bed when Lauren's morning sickness hit. Bo had gotten a small trashcan for her to relieve herself in. She had asked one of the butler's to go down the street to the hospital, to get them another supply of nausea bags. Bo rubbed Lauren's back and held her hair for her.
"I'm sorry". Lauren said when it gracefully stopped.
"Don't do that Lauren. Don't ever apologize to me for this. It's okay. I'm kind of embarrassed that my baby is doing this to you". Bo said handing the doctor a hot towel to clean up with, and a sports drink.
"It's just embarrassing, I'm the doctor, I'm supposed to take care of you". Lauren whispered. She scrubbed her face, and drank her sports drink in one gulp.
"You're also pregnant doctor. Besides I'm sure my turn will come soon, and then you can take care of me". Bo said taking the dirty towel from Lauren.
"Can we just sit here awhile? I don't feel like getting up yet". Lauren said.
"Of course. Lay down If you want". Bo said as she pulled the covers towards them. She smiled when Lauren did lay down. The Doctor soon drifted off.
Bo reached over to the night stand and grabbed a book. She decided to study while Lauren was sleep. Study to graduate, and study Lauren's movements.
She needed to be quick about her studies so she will have graduated before the twins were born. She should've finished hers ago, but being on the run meant that she couldn't focus or stay in the same place for long. Once she found the clubhouse, she spent most of her time gathering furniture for it. Her bed had always been her favorite. She almost picked the room Kenzi came to live in as hers, but loved the feeling of taking a bath, and walking directly to bed. Now that she's with Lauren, and living in better conditions, there's no excuse not to finish high school. She studied hard touching on every subject for an hour until Aife arrived to announce that breakfast was ready.
"Lauren sweetie, it's time for breakfast". Bo said gently shaking Lauren's arm.
Lauren sighed, and turned over. She nodded her thanks and approval when Bo held up her robe, and tied it on for her. Slipping on their slippers, the women walked into the bathroom to check their appearance and walked back out, to walk down to the dining room on that floor.
They saw a long spread of eggs, meats, fruits, pastries, and juices. They walked to the table and took their seats. The chairs were brand new and comfortably soft.
"Everything". Bo and Lauren said in unison. The women waited as food was brought to them like they were at a dinner party full of people.
Bo watched Lauren eat. She was never squeamish but if Lauren got sick again, she would too. Once the doctor emptied one plate, Bo dug in. Once they were done, they left the dining room and went into the theater to watch TV.
Lauren marveled at how the staff was being so professional about everything. Bo gently pulled Lauren to sit down. She smiled at how easily the Doctor could get lost in thought about anything.
They both set back in their seats and settled in for the movie, after the popcorn and drinks had been provided to them.
Stephen and Albert.
"Stephen. You have been sitting there tapping your feet for hours. They're likely up, and about by now". Albert laughed.
Stephen shook his head, and stopped his feet. "She's going to be filled with mixed emotions, grandfather. I've had plenty of time to tell her about this. I should've thought of it before we ran. We could've used it. Would she have found the life that she has now? Would they have met?
"You're not going to get your answers sitting here. You need to take this to her". Albert said tapping the dusty box.
Stephen sighed. The man was right. He'd been so adamant adamant about getting the box for Lauren last night, that he'd lost his nerve to give it to her since. He'd been wary of Bo for weeks. So suspicious that he thought she was going to hurt or upset her. His news could upset her. Upset them both in their delicate condition.
"Are you even sure that you know what it is? Albert asked. He didn't visit much once he took Karen as a little girl.
"I peeked in it last night. I saw enough to be sure". Stephen replied as he stood.
"Then lets go tell them". Albert said urging Stephen to grab the box.
Kenzi.
Kenzi stumbled into her cell after showering. She took some deep breaths, and was elated to see that her cellmate had already gone to bed. Climbing up to her bunk, she pulled the thin as air sheet over her body. Normally she used it as a pillow but after she showered, she felt vulnerable.
She closed her eyes, and immediately screamed for a guard. She knew it wasn't going to do any good. But tried anyway hoping the guard would for once, have sympathy for her.
She cringed when she felt something warm against her leg. "What the hell?! She screamed.
"Did you really think that you were going to get away with stealing mother's ring?! Aife screamed as her eyes turned blue. She smiled and stood above Kenzi. Laughing at the girl crouched down on the ground.
"Does... does Bo know you're here? Kenzi coughed.
"Stop with that gagging shit. I've barely touched you, and no, she doesn't know". Aife laughed.
"I'll tell her! Kenzi screamed.
"Eh. You could but you won't. Now get up and kick your own ass". Aife laughed as she touched Kenzi one more time.
Kenzi thought she'd already thralled her, and then realized that she'd thralled her to pee on herself. She had no choice but to stand. She punched herself repeatedly, and slammed into the wall. When Aife heard a bone crack, she smirked and headed towards the door. Kenzi fell to the floor crying in pain.
"I could've killed you, but that thrall will remain in tact. Your celly has recorded me saying to kick your own ass. She's to play it daily. Or whenever you get on her nerves". Aife said as she laughed and slammed the cell door shut.
Kenzi groaned in pain, and gingerly climbed back on to her bunk. She sighed and shifted to the side that didn't hurt.
Lauren and Bo's.
"Ladies, Stephen and Albert are here". One of the butler's said.
Lauren and Bo helped each other to their feet and followed the butler to the living room. Bo squinted upon reading Stephen's aura.
"Albert. Stephen". Bo said quietly.
"Hi Bo". Stephen and Albert replied.
"Hello grandfather and Stephen". Lauren said still holding Bo's hand.
"What's up? Bo asked.
"Late last night, Stephen remembered something about your mother Lauren. This is that something". Albert explained tapping the box.
Lauren let go of Bo, and walked over to it.
"Wait. Before you do that, I have something to say". Stephen said as he stepped forward.
"Alright". Lauren sighed. Bo walked over and stood by the doctor. She wanted to be ready for any eventuality.
"Years ago, just before grandfather came over that last day. Mother told me that she hid something in our backyard. She said we would need it one day. I never knew what it was, until I peeked into the box last night. Suffice it to say, this box would've changed our lives". Stephen sighed and took a step back.
"I'll open it for you". Albert said when Stephen faltered.
Bo stepped to the box, and watched Lauren explore it. She found an envelope first and opened it.
"Dear Karen,
I'm writing this to you, so that one day, you'll be able to explain it to Stephen. You and he were not born completely human. We are all Fae. I had to eventually tell your father because he was a human. For years I often thought of us as Bewitched, or I Dream of Jeannie. For his protection, I buried this box in the backyard. Hopefully by the time you read this, you will know the truth. I had to send you away with your grandfather when you were coming into your witch powers. Stephen was still too young to know what he was. You were always so perceptive. You just had to experiment with anything, and it made me proud. I'm sorry about all of this. We are good Fae, but the Dark Fae were killing off humans, so I had to protect our family, and hid who I really was from everyone. I love you. Take care of your brother".
Love,
Mom
"Are you okay? Bo asked as she reached out to a shaking Lauren.
"Here sweetie, sit down". Albert said pulling a chair over for Lauren.
"Did you know about this? Lauren asked Albert.
"The box I didn't. Hell Lauren your mother was all over the place back then. She was a mess trying to protect the family secret. Until you brought a frog back to life in the front yard. She had to hurry you into the house before the neighbors saw what you'd done. Right then and there, we agreed that you needed to come and live with me, and I promised her that I would tell you one day. Then that day never came". Albert answered.
Lauren nodded. She did sense something was going on with her mother back then. One minute Lauren was studying for school, and then she was being pushed out of the house.
"So it wasn't about Nadia? Lauren asked.
"No. Your mother put out that lie to hide an even bigger secret. Damn it, you would've known all of this, if Trick had kept his word! Or if I had gone against your mother's wishes about telling you both herself. She died before she could tell you. Just when I was ready to, the Queen had been murdered. So I left it up to Trick! Albert screamed as he slammed his hand on a table.
"We don't need that right now, we need to help Lauren. Help her to understand this, and to stay calm". Bo said squeezing Lauren's hand.
"I understand. My mother had a human lover, and hid who she was when the Fae was killing humans. We can relate to that life. I'm glad she didn't hate Nadia because that would've been like hating me". Lauren said drying her eyes.
"I'm sorry Lauren. You were just kids in college. The Fae were still on a rampage even then. They spent years killing humans. Thankfully I got you and your brother, far away from the chaos". Albert said handing the doctor a glass of water
"So I'm half human, and half Fae". Lauren said.
"It's not that bad Lauren. No different than me growing up in a human home". Bo said rubbing Lauren's shoulder.
"She was working on turning him Fae. But after one injection, he became ill. So they stopped experimenting". Albert explained.
"Hey?! What if she concocted a serum and put it into their drinks or food? That's possible right? Bo asked..
The three contemplated it. Then Albert spoke. "That's possible Bo, yes. But she would never deprive them of their father's blood".
"See now I'm having to be the geek. I meant what if she manipulated the serum that she made for him and used it on them? She had have access to their blood right? Bo asked.
"We were injured a lot when we played as kids. It is possible mom could've done that". Stephen nodded.
"Cotton swabs? Bo asked.
"Bo I know what you're doing. It's really sweet, and I love you for it. We'll look into that ok? Lauren said as she pulled the brunette into her.
"Sorry. I got ahead of myself". Bo whispered.
"Well lets see what else is in here". Albert suggested.
"Wow! You didn't lie about mom. Look at all of these journals. It's all science equations! Lauren said excitedly.
"Uhhhh. Look at these! Bo smiled.
"Ohhhhh. It's beautiful! Lauren smiled setting the book down. Bo was holding up two dresses. One was pink and white. The other was black and white.
"There are three piece baby boy suits too". Stephen smiled pointing into the box.
"So your mother was a sewer. With great fashion sense". Bo smiled as she held the suits on either side of her head.
"There's a lot more in here ladies. Gold, cash, baby toys". Albert said.
"I can't accept all of this. She didn't leave anything for Stephen". Lauren smiled sadly.
"Yes she did. My box is at home. I haven't gone through it yet though". Stephen said.
"I'm sure mom knitted you some stuff too". Lauren laughed as she patted her brother on his back.
"Only Mary Dennis knitted for me". Bo said as she looked at the dresses and suit's again.
"That's not true Isabeau. I told you before that I can knit. Here are the fruits of my labor". Aife said as three members of the staff walked in with three big boxes.
"Mom! Bo smiled.
"What? I told you". Aife smiled back.
"When did you do this? Lauren asked.
"I started the day after we found out that you are both pregnant". Aife replied.
"This must've taken hours". Bo smiled again.
"So. You know I hardly a sleep. Some were knitted. Some were sewn". Aife said.
Bo started swaying. "Get her some bags or the nearest trashcan! Lauren screamed.
Aife left the room, but made sure they had plenty of privacy. Stephen and Albert helped Bo to a chair, said their good-byes, and left the women too.
"We didn't even have a baby shower yet, and everyone has given the kids something but us". Stephen said as they walked out of the house.
"Well lets go see what's in your box". Albert suggested.
The men drove the short distance, and hurried into their house..
They walked into one of their guest bedrooms, and opened the box. Like Lauren, Stephen found an envelope, and opened it.
"Dear Stephen,
"I'm writing this to simply tell you to watch out for your sister. Be her shoulder. Be her confidant. Your powers and responsibility will be beyond your wildest dreams. I love you son.
Love,
Mom
Stephen nodded and started going through his box. His box was identical to Lauren's with baby clothes, gold, and cash. The only thing that was different was some sketches. He smiled when he looked at them.
"So apparently I'm to build some cradles, and two treehouses. One for Lauren and me. We always wanted one. And now we have the yards to do so". Stephen said.
"I can help you with those". Albert smiled.
"We can go into town tomorrow and get some lumber. Start on the cribs first". Stephen said. He smiled at the details. They were boy designs and girl designs.
Bo and Lauren
"That was awful". Bo said as Lauren held her.
"Yours was worse than mine. So now I'm the embarrassed one". Lauren smiled as she kissed the back of Bo's head.
"We are going to have some very strong kids". Bo said quietly.
"Guessing since I'm part witch, I could have boys and girls". Lauren said.
"Lauren I wasn't implying that I wanted you to be all Fae. I was just thinking if she was trying to turn your dad Fae, she might've done something to you and Stephen too". Bo said.
"I know Bo. I promise to look into that in the morning. Now lets get some sleep before they start kicking". Lauren cooed.
"Ok". Bo said sleepily drifting off to sleep.
TBC