Chapter 85
Chapter 85
Ellie POV
“They’re adorable,” Lance said, looking up from the bassinets lined side by side in
the nursery.
Cassian was sitting on the couch beside me, watching me with barely concealed concern. The two of them had just escorted me and the twins home from the hospital.
“Thanks,” I said. “I’m glad they’ve got their Uncle Lance’s seal of approval p>
“And how are you doing?” Cassian asked. “You still look a little pale p>
“The doctor said I was clear to go home. Stop fussing,” I laughed.
“I’m not fussing,” Cassian argued, sitting up a little straighter.
“You’re like a grandmother,” Lance teased. “Haven’t taken your eyes off her since we got to the hospital p>
“Delivering twins is extremely risky,” Cassian huffed in irritation. “It’s only natural to be concerned p>
“You made sure I had the best doctors in Moonstone, so there was really nothing to worry about,” I replied, patting his arm. “Cassian, you’ve taken such good care of me these last few months-I can’t thank you enough. Look, I have two healthy, happy babies, and an adorable, cozy room in a safe apartment because of you. So please stop fussing p>
“Hey now,” Lance interjected. “I get some credit for this cute nursery. I did buy the furniture and their wardrobes p>
“Yes, you spoiled them,” I laughed. “Both of you did. They’re so lucky to have you as their uncles p>
A strange look passed over Cassian’s face at my words, but it faded into a smile quickly p>
“The poor things are going to be stuck with us as uncles,” Lance said, glancing back at the babies.
“What do you mean stuck with?” I teased. “They’re lucky to have such doting family p>
“Stop trying to distract me,” Cassian said firmly. “You were in labor for eighteen hours. I know you’re still exhausted p>
“Yeah, I am, but “
“No buts,” Lance cut me off. “Cassian and I are here to watch the babies, so you need to rest. You have to heal. Remember-it’s going to be at least six weeks before you’re cleared for p>
“Anything, I know, I know,” I said with a dramatic sigh. “Fine, Dr. Cassian. I’ll go to sleep p>
“Good. And you have nothing to worry about,” Cassian said. “Lance and I have everything under control with the babies. I promise p>
“Do you even know anything about babies?” I asked skeptically.
“No,” Lance replied automatically.
“Well, I do,” Cassian said, rolling his eyes.
“You do?” Lance blinked in surprise.
“My mother died when I was young, and some of the Luna duties fell to me as I got older. So I’m used to dealing
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with pups p>
“I didn’t know that,” I said softly, looking at him thoughtfully. “That’s actually really sweet p>
“Quit teasing me and go get some sleep,” he replied.
Cassian stood and offered me his arm. Standing was still uncomfortable, even with the pain medication, so I accepted his help. He guided me across the hall to my bedroom.
I sank back into the mattress and pulled the blanket over myself, melting into the soft warmth. Cassian moved quietly around the room, making sure I had water and snacks on the nightstand before dimming the lights.
He was right, of course. The labor had been intense, painful, and frightening. I had expected to go through it all alone aside from the medical staff. I was shocked when Lance showed up with Cassian.
Of course I knew they’d be informed when I went into labor, but I hadn’t expected them to stay by my side, holding my hands through every moment.
I was never going to be able to repay the two of them for everything they’d done-for
me and for my babies. They found us a home where we would be safe. They provided everything we could possibly need. And now they were rocking the babies and tucking me into bed.
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