>18 Weeks Pregnant<
Nico's POV:
All of us were out shopping for new stuff for Charlie and the new house that Percy and Annabeth had just moved into. Picking out furniture and everything like that. I felt something and put my hand on my bump uncertain of the feeling. Maybe like my elbow had hit the bump again.
I really needed to be more careful. Will was in front of me looking back every so often to make sure I was alright and I didn't need anything. I always nodded showing him I was alright. This time was no different than the other times.
Nobody was giving me any glances or anything. Will's large hoodie covered me perfectly. I gave Will's hand a little squeeze when he put his hand back for me as he talked to Annabeth and Leo about something.
I felt it again and I put my hand on my bump feeling the tapping get more insistent. My eyes widened and I realized that the babies were kicking me. I rubbed my stomach getting a little tap in return. I tapped Will's shoulder and he turned around
"Do you need something? I can get a bench so you can sit. I can also give you some food. Your probably hungry by now." Will said taking my hand
"Not that." I said
I put his hand on my bump and he melted feeling the temporary home for our babies. Everyone else was still talking blissfully unaware. I stood still and I felt the little tapping again.
"The babies are kicking!" Will exclaimed excitedly
I nodded and he engulfed me in a hug. He kept his hands on my stomach. We were hidden cloaked in my shadows. Will was bouncing up and down and glowing the dark.
I had felt some movement like this before when I was sitting quietly on my phone or reading. It really happened when I was sitting or laying down. Just some shifting. Never kicking.
"They weren't very active before. Just some shifting that I could feel. This is the first time I've felt something like this." I said
"We should catch up. I don't want them to guess anything is wrong. I want to tell them causally. Please don't say anything." I pleaded
"I won't. I promise. I'll just be excited until you say something. Let them guess first." Will said
We caught up to everyone, but they didn't really acknowledge anything was up. We kissed and I started to talk to Hazel. She was really happy about the babies and she kept talking excitedly about them.
"They are so small. You aren't at all excited?" She asked
"Of course I am! I'm a little distracted. You know that I like time to myself." I said
"You haven't really been listening." Hazel asked "Did you see anything that the babies need. Like a little outfit for Bianca?"
"No, we haven't gotten anything for her yet. I am looking though. Especially since they started kicking me." I said casually
"Yeah. That makes-Did you say kicking?" Hazel asked
Realization dawned on her and she tackled me hugging me. I fell backwards into Frank who caught both of us easily. He helped me back onto my feet and Hazel was happily crying. Will smiled at me and I smiled back.
I nodded as she pointed to my stomach. She squealed and dried her tears. Everyone looked confused, but Will was smiling. He came over to me and wrapped his body around mine.
"What?" Percy asked breaking the silence
"Nothing big. Just felt the babies kick for the first time." I said getting a kiss to my forehead
I felt another kick and I led Will's hand to my stomach. My right side. I waited for a few seconds before another kick. Will melted and slowly rubbed my stomach up and down.
"Can I feel?" Hazel asked shyly
"Of course." I said
I put her hand on the other side and pushed a little on my stomach. I got a kick on both sides and I laughed at the little movements that I could feel. They were small, but still there. This was more than I could have ever asked for.
>Next Day<
William Andrew Di Angelo - Solace!" I said my eyes glowing with rage
"I didn't mean it. I know that you're mad, but you shouldn't do anything when mad. How about something to eat?" Will asked grabbing a pack of mint Oreos "Or maybe rest on it?"
He had me there. Those were my favorite. Will handed me a plate and took some out. He gave me four extra than the serving size. He really was trying to save his skin.
Last night, I caught him talking to Annabeth quietly on a way to help me, because I was getting bigger. When I turned on the light he froze and swore in Greek under his breath. He turned around slowly and met my eyes.
I got my pillows and slept in the guest room not listening to his pleas. I just found him googling how to calm down a pregnant person. He acted like I was just overreacting.
I felt terrible. I was getting heavier and Will loved me. I knew that, but every time I looked at him he was so perfect. Why would he want to be with someone like me? Why shouldn't he leave me and go out with someone better?
Every time I looked at him I would only see reasons why he should leave me. That maybe I wasn't meant for him and he was just being with me out of pity. Or maybe he was afraid of what Percy, Jason, and Annabeth would do to him if he ever left me and broke my heart.
"Neeks, I just don't want you to be mad at me. I love you so much and I want to sleep with you. Don't be mad at me. I just hate that you took that the wrong way." Will said
I kissed his lips letting him explore my mint flavored mouth. I pulled back and apologized over and over. He shushed me kissing me telling me it was alright.
"I'm sorry. You're right. I overreacted. I'm just afraid of you leaving me, because I'm not perfect like you." I admitted eating another cookie looking down
Will took my face in his hands and forced me to look into his gorgeous blue eyes.
"I don't think of leaving you ever. I'm not perfect. I love you for being you. Nobody else. You're the perfect human in my eyes." Will said
I smiled and ate another Oreo. The last Oreo. I pouted and Will helped me to the couch. He had decided we were going to cuddle. Will rubbed my stomach for a minute. One of the babies moved and made my stomach feel odd.
My stomach started to hurt and Will sensed my discomfort. He rubbed my stomach. I felt one of the babies squirm around and my stomach knotted around himself. A baby kicked.
I shot up from under Will pushing him to the floor. I barely made it to the bathroom before I threw up. I started to cry as I moved down again. Will came in and he rubbed my back. I was in the bathroom for 20 minutes. It was terrible and I hated it.
"I'm sorry. I know that you don't like being sick. It was probably the mint Oreos. Note for later times: No Oreos." Will said
I nodded and I brushed my teeth. Mint ice cream was fine. No Oreos though. It's a pity. I really like those. It's okay. We have an appointment tomorrow for Will. He needs an annual check up. I didn't tell him, because he is a bad patient.
He's a good doctor, but a terrible patient. I told him about the appointment while we were on the walk. Then we have that dumb birth class that Will signed us up for. I didn't really want to go. If that wasn't obvious then I can't help you. Neither can Dr. Phil.
"Neeks, we should go somewhere. Like to the park or on a walk." Will said
"We can go on a walk." I said
Will and I both got up going into the room to get dressed. Will came downstairs and he was ready. I just had to put my shoes. I slipped my shoes on with a little struggle and Will watched amused at my struggles.
>Next Day<
"Get up sleepy head. You know you want to wake up." I said
"Later." Will grumbled turning over
"Sunshine, you know I wouldn't wake you up unless it is important." I said
"Do you need something?" Will asked
"No, but I do have a question. Why don't you get up in the morning when you know we have an appointment?" I asked
Will got up quickly throwing my clothes at me and throwing clothes onto himself. I kissed him and he relaxed a little touching my bump.
"It's okay. We are not going to be late. I just wanted to get you up." I said
>At the Doctor's Appointment<
"So, Will Solace." The doctor said
"We are going to do a annual checkup. Don't be surprised. I'll need you to change into this gown and keep calm." The doctor said
"You didn't tell me!" Will hissed after the doctor left
"I just didn't want you to back out. I'm sorry." I said looking down
"No, Neeks. That's my fault. Just help me tie this gown." Will said
I got out of the chair and helped Will slip on his gown. I tied it making sure it covered everything. Will took me into his arms and he put his hand over my bump.
"Let's get started." The doctor said
Will got checked out and he was told he was healthy. I nodded as the doctor told me ways to keep him healthy and the importance of water. Will assured him he would be healthy and he would be taking care of me.
The babies kicked me and I smiled putting Will's hand on the spot the baby kept kicking. Will's face lit up and he cooed at my stomach encouraging the babies to kick more. The doctor left giving us an appointment card.
We went on a walk and he held my hand occasionally kissing me. I kissed him back every time. We got back and watched T.V., cuddled, and read books to the babies.
>A Few Hours Later<
Nico's POV:
"Aren't you excited for tonight?" Will asked me
"No...Why do we have to go?" I asked
"This will be good for us. Lots of people take Prenatal courses." Will said
"Not me! I'm a special case!" I exclaimed
"It's fine. We will be okay. Don't worry. I'll protect you from anything." Will said
I was really looking forward to the babies coming and being able to hold them, but this was crossing the line. I would probably be looked at and nobody would trust me. I was already disliked by some people who saw my bump. Will didn't know. I didn't want to tell him.
He was so happy about the babies and I didn't want to ruin that by making him worry about our safety when out. I can't worry him with something so selfish. Especially, when he is saving people everyday. We cuddled on the couch on our own phones or reading a book.
I read for an hour before I had to go to the bathroom. This was probably only the fiftieth time today, so I was doing great for 3:00. I emptied my bladder and washed my hands. I looked at myself in the mirror and put my hands on my bump. I was pretty big compared to my frame before.
"Neeks, please don't be mad at me. You've been in here for a little while. I just want to know if you're okay." Will said
"I'm fine. Just needed to go to the bathroom." I said opening the door
"Okay, we have to leave. Please don't be mad. It will make me sad." Will said
"We can't have that. Can we?" I asked and Will shook his head no
>At the maternity ward<
When we opened the door women were talking about the babies and men were at their sides ready to protect them. It was kind of odd. I counted at least eight women.
The men gave me some harsh glances and odd looks. It wasn't very welcoming. The women hadn't noticed us yet. My entire body was on edge and I don't think that my body liked that. I wanted to run out of the room, but Will had a hand around me.
"Can we leave? I don't like it here." I said
"It's okay. I know that it is odd, but we can get through this together." Will said brushing his lips against mine
Will walked over to some of the women and struck up a conversation. He left me alone near the men. They didn't seem mean, but I wasn't going to take any chances. It was odd when a man nodded at the other men and walked up to me.
"What are you doing here?" A man asked
"My husband dragged me here. Thought it would be a good idea." I said truthfully
"Let me tell you something. If you are lying and try to lay a finger on any of them we will not give you any mercy." The man said "Got that."
I nodded and moved back into the wall. If they tried to hurt me they would hurt the babies. The babies could be hurt, because they think I'm messing around. Will gave me a little smile and gestured for me to go over to him.
"Will, I'm leaving. I'm not coming back." I said to him
"No, Neeks. It's fine. I know that they are not being as nice, but you do have to give them something. You are a special case." Will said wrapping his arms around me
We must have gotten the women's attention, because they had stopped talking. One woman smacked her husband's side and shooed him to the side. I started to cry and Will was trying to calm me down.
It wasn't fair. They always treated me different. I thought I was going to be the exception and I would be that one in a million children of Hades. One that got a happy ending, but nobody seemed to leave me alone.
Will had already told me to try not to get too worked up about stuff, because that is more stress on the babies. I was trying to calm down as a woman came behind me and started to rub my back. I didn't want the babies to hurt. They gave me so much joy and happiness.
"It's okay, sweetheart. We are really sorry about our husbands. They can be a little overprotective. Don't mind them." A woman said
I nodded and dried my tears kissing Will's cheek. The woman led me over to more women who were just as nice. Honestly, they probably knew what I was feeling.
"My name is Cindy." Cindy said
"Midnight." One woman said
They said their names and Will came behind me putting his hands on my shoulders. He was whispering in my ear and he was shielding my bump with his hands.
"Class will begin in one minute. Please find a seat. Husbands next to women." A woman said
Everyone took their places and Will and I got the last seat next to Midnight. Her husband was really nice and had apologized if he hurt my feelings.
"So, we have a new couple. My name is Summer. I am the instructor. I'm here almost everyday. Feel free to contact me for any personal questions." Summer said
"Okay, which one of you is pregnant?" Summer asked us
"Me." I said my face flushed, because she could probably tell
"Okay. Everyone here is having one baby except for Cindy who is having twins. How many babies are you having? You look about 8 months." Summer asked
"I'm having three babies. I'm almost five months." I said
"You're lucky. Most aren't pregnant with more than one baby on the first try. Especially being transgender like you. With the amount of testosterone that you had to take." Summer said
"Uh...yeah." I said like a dumb person
"He's shy about that stuff." Will assured
"Okay, we are going to try to swaddle the babies that I have for you. Treat them as a real baby." Summer said
Will and I did really well, because we had to swaddle the babies in the beginning and Annabeth had showed us when she left Arielle for a day, so she could go to some meeting for school. Since we were still young we had all the time as she did school. We already knew how to hold a baby and Summer called us naturals.
"Okay, so we will pick up next time. Remember that next week is going to be baby bonding time for mommy and daddy." Summer said
"Thank you." I said when Will helped me up
"You looked a little stuck." Will said laughing at my glare
"I was not! My stomach feels a little odd. Just need a minute. I think I may be sick." I said
"Uh. Just sit for a minute. You may need to rest for a second." Will said helping me sit down
That always made me laugh. He went from funny and playful to doctor and protective in two seconds. I took some deep breaths and rubbed my stomach as Will rubbed my back. My bump had gotten so big. I couldn't fit into my shirts anymore. Now I had to wear the others. It was a loss, but I gained from this loss.
"Hey, Will! Is this Nico?" Someone asked
"Yeah, he's the one and only." Will said "I love him and these are our babies. Two boys and one girl."
"I'm Meadow." She said sticking her hand out to me "I have wanted to meet you for a long time." Meadow said
"Nico Di Angelo - Solace." I said standing up
"You are so pretty. Glowing like a mother. I need a hug!" She said hugging me
"Give him some room, sweets." A man said
"I guess this was just a coincidence. This is my boyfriend, Ryan. Where's Dorian?" Meadow asked
"Don't know. He was outside waiting for you. You went in for a few minutes ago and I came in to find you." Ryan said
"Meadow! Why do you take so long?" Said another person
"My boyfriend Dorian. Sometimes, my girlfriend. It depends on the day." Meadow said
"It's nice to meet you. I'm Nico Di Angelo- Solace." I said giving them a little nod
"Likewise. You said that you just needed to go to the lounge." Ryan said
"That's cool. I have to go too." Will said
"We can walk together." Meadow said grabbing my arm and pulling me
I was dragged all the way to the lounge and Meadow bounced excitedly talking about something random. I kept looking around and Ryan took my arm from hers.
"Give him some room. He can't be dragged around. From what I can tell he is pregnant." Ryan said
"Yep." I said smoothing down my jacket "Triplets."
"I wish I could have kids." Dorian said "I was born a guy."
"I don't really think that gender matters. I like doing what feels natural." I said trying to play the role
"You have to tell me the names. I need to know. I love babies." Meadow said grabbing stuff from the fridge
Will had grabbed a document from the printer and he nodded at me. Dorian made sure that nobody was coming in before he kissed Ryan who pulled him closer.
Dorian put his hands through Ryan's hair. He kissed him again and they were both a little out of breath. Both kissed every so often while holding hands.
"You always leave me out. I want a kissy." She said making grabby motions at them
They melted a little and wrapped their arms around her. They kissed the top of her head and they looked like the perfect people to be together.
"We have to go. Nico wanted to have a movie marathon and the babies really tire him out. It's also getting harder for him to sleep. Have a good night and see you on your next shift hopefully." Will said
"Bye. It was nice to meet you. All of you." I said
We got home and I kissed Will dragging him into our room. I pushed him onto the bed and got on top of him kissing him. My face was red as Will laughed a little kissing me. I got off of him and he pulled me onto his lap resting his hands on my bump.
He pulled the covers over us and kissed my neck softly biting me a little. I exposed more of my neck and let him suck on my skin. I softly moaned and he laid both of us down. I fell asleep softly kissing his lips.
>A Few Hours Later<
"Please stop. Just Go To Sleep for me." I said "I'm so sorry for waking you up."
Will was asleep next to me and our babies seemed to like waking up so they could play around inside of me. I'm not a bounce house, but they seem to think I am. I had another nightmare about Tartarus and Will. I must have woken them up, because they started to kick.
I walked downstairs supporting my bump and going slowly. Stella Lux got up from her bed and came over to me. She still liked being with us even though she turned into a hellhound. I sat on the couch hoping that I wouldn't wake Will up.
Will's POV:
What was that noise? I got up and I could hear Stella Lux barking and pawing at the door. Why would she be pawing at the door at...I looked at the clock. 3 am. I looked over and Nico wasn't next to me.
I got up and opened the door. Stella Lux grabbed my pant leg and led me to the stairs. I was faintly glowing, so I could see. Nico was on the couch moving as he tried to get comfortable with the baby bump. He was trying to put the babies to sleep by making them feel safe.
I sat on the edge of the couch and rubbed the side of his stomach. He turned towards me and I could see his tear stained cheeks. I kissed his forehead and wiped his cheeks.
"Are they causing a lot of trouble?" I asked
"Yeah. T-They won't g-go to s-sleep." Nico said
"Do you want me to try?" I asked
"Yeah." Nico said
"Okay. We can go upstairs and I will make them sleep. Then you can sleep." I soothed
"Okay." Nico said
I led him upstairs and he stopped before we got into the room. He whimpered and started to cry feeling something. I put my hand on his bump and they were kicking hard. I picked him up and set him on the bed.
"Just relax. I am going to try." I said
I rubbed his stomach right below his belly button. I was doing skin to skin, because I read a baby book that said it was better. I could feel the kicks on my fingers and palms. I felt the babies kicking stop.
"Can I talk to them?" I asked
"You're their daddy, you don't need to ask." Nico said as I sat in between his legs
"I know that you love moving around, but please don't give momma trouble. Momma is really tired from growing all of you and needs sleep too. Y'all and momma will feel so much better when momma gets sleep. I'll talk until you go to sleep. I love all of you and I will protect you from harm." I said
I was talking to them for about 10 minutes. The babies had started to nudge his skin lightly and Nico clutched his stomach as the babies moved. I rubbed his stomach trying to keep the babies from hurting him anymore.
I nuzzled his bump and the babies kicked. Nico leaned back and I gave his bump three kisses as I pressed my nose down on his bump and smiled as I got a kick in return.
He winced as the babies moved again. His skin stretched both ways and he held his breath as I nudged his stomach trying to get the babies to not hurt Neeks.
"Ah~Will! I'm cramping!" Nico exclaimed
I took both of his hands in mine as he sat up fully closing his eyes. He was softly clutching my hands trying to contain the pain.
"Okay. Try some Lamaze breathing. In and out. In and out." I said
Nico started to breath as I instructed him and his entire body relaxed. He breathed lightly in and kissed me. Nico put my hands on his stomach and I felt no movement.
I looked up to see Nico smiling. He put his hand on his stomach and I couldn't help but notice the beautiful curve to his stomach. I kissed his lips.
"I had a nightmare. I woke them up. I probably deserved that pain." Nico said
"No, you didn't. Want to talk about it?" I asked
"No. Just cuddle me?" Nico asked giving me a puppy pout and I melted at his adorable face
"Of course. Just tell me if you want to talk about it." I said
I cuddled Nico gently stroking his cheek and rubbing his stomach and occasionally letting my hand slip a little lower. Nico was muttering about something. I think I heard cold enough for penguins, but I have no idea.
"Sunshine, promise me you Will be careful tomorrow. I just don't want my nightmare to come true. Just be careful. Pay attention to the road and try not to attract any unwanted attention." Nico begged
"I know. I'll be careful. Don't worry about me. Worry about getting back to sleep." I said
"Please promise me. I don't want you to get hurt." I said
"It's okay. Close your eyes and go to sleep." I said
I held Nico until he fell asleep. His face relaxed and he relaxed. I cuddled him for a bit longer kissing his head. I laid him next to me wrapping my arms around him. I fell asleep.