6.21 You have me

William was deep in thought when Victoria walked in. “William, are you ok?” 

He didn’t look up but said, “Draco is still out cold, we believe he is fighting Elvira but he didn’t come to me. I thought we were close…” 

Victoria sat beside him and replied, “When he gets through this talk to him.”

Will didn’t move or say anything. Victoria continued, “I’m trying to help here, I see you need someone to talk to yet you aren’t responding to me.” 

Victoria started to move towards the door when Will yelled at her, “I’m lost Victoria…” She turned and looked at him, “What do you mean?”

“My best friend and cousin is fighting for his life so everyone is focused there but everyone has someone but I don’t.”

Victoria was shaken by the comment and replied, “You have me, the twins and Art…” but he interrupted her, “Do you know how lonely it is when you sleep alone? It’s very lonely and all I think of is you and…never mind it doesn’t matter, I’m sorry I’m just worried.”

“You mean us sharing a bed?” Will was trying to think of how he could explain, “I didn’t mean it the way it sounded, and I just miss holding someone, waking up with someone, especially at times like these.”

“So you really think of us like that?”

Will became all nervous, “When you wore that bathing suit while swimming, I watched you get out and all I could think was how I could remove it.”

Victoria started to fidget as she smiled, “Oh I see. If I’m honest then I would tell you that I think of similar things too.” 

Will, got close to Victoria, holding her so her hands were on his chest and asked, “What things do you think about?”

“Lots of things, like us spending our first night together. How will we be, will I like it?”

“Are you ready?” 

Victoria tried to look away but Will lifted her chin so they had eye contact, “What are you thinking Victoria?”

“I’m not sure…” 

Will kissed her lips softly as he held her closer. She felt the tenderness of his kiss which sent shivers down her spine. She was torn, part of her hoped he would take her to his bed and make love to her but the half of her was nervous and was still undecided.

“Victoria, I can read your mind and I know you are still unsure so I will wait until you are ready.” She glanced into his eyes, “Thank you for being patient.” He kissed her forehead and said he had work to do.

Will was in his office trying to work but he couldn’t think straight. Suddenly Paris walked in, “Hi Will.”

He looked shocked but happy to see her, “Paris, I’m sorry I haven’t come to see you, especially after you had the baby.” 

He came around the desk to see the little one.

“Do you want to hold her?” Will happily took her from Paris and said, “How have you been?”

“Will, I couldn’t be happier but I came here because I heard you are seeing someone.” Will looked nervous but Paris assured him, “I’m happy you have someone, it’s the nanny, right?”

“It wasn’t planned but Draco knows me too well.” 

As Paris feed the baby she replied, “Philippe told me about Draco, I am sorry. She seems sweet; I would like to meet her…”

“Didn’t she answer the door?”

“Yes but she thought I was a work colleague and I didn’t want to upset her by saying I was Heather’s best friend. Anyway I know it may not be the best time to ask but I’m finally getting married and I’d love it if you, the twins and Art came. I want you to bring Victoria too.” He hugged her and said, “Congratulations Paris, you deserve it.”

“It’s this weekend, I will understand if you can’t come because of Draco…”

“I will be there Paris and if need anything please come and see me.” Paris took a deep breath and asked, “I want the wedding at the resort…” Will interrupted her, “Done plus I’ll make sure a room is available for the night.”

“Will, thank you,”

Philippe kissed Paris as he walked into the living room and asked, “Did you see Will?” 

Paris looked at the floor for a moment, “He is happy being with this girl Victoria but she doesn’t know who I really am yet. However Will is taking Draco being in hospital really hard. I feel guilty asking him to attend the wedding on Saturday.” Philippe held her tightly, “We are doing nothing wrong my darling and Will is happy for us you know that.”

“I know you are right…the baby is crying, do you want to go?”

“Relax everything will be fine and she just wants Daddy,” smiling as he walked off to take care of his baby.


Philippe and Paris daughter Cherise

5.27 A Sad Day

The silence was unmistakeable as everyone watched the coffin being carried to it’s finally resting place. 

William was still in shock as he just kept looking at the coffin thinking any moment now Heather would wrap her arms around him. Suddenly something snapped in William’s mind and he tried to jump on top of the coffin but Estevan and Blair could see it coming and grabbed him and pulled him back.

“Why don’t you just let me be with her?” Estevan had respected his son was a grown man with a family but today had to become Dad again, “William, I understand you are hurting but the twins need you and so does Art.”

William was angry and snapped, “Fuck you and your sympathy. How the hell would you know how I feel? You took me and Blake away from our Mother. Your choice and then she died all alone and you have never visited her grave.”

Estevan lost his temper, “Enough, how dare you bring your mother into this, I loved her and still do. I told you I thought I was sick but when I realised I wasn’t it was too late to go back. I did visit her grave and sobbed like a child and begged for her forgiveness but she never showed herself too me…” 

Spencer was ready to snap at William and Estevan but Blair intervened, “Have you both quite finished? A loving young woman died a week ago giving birth to twins and you both want to have a slagging match at her funeral.” Blair forced William to look at Art sobbing on his own then he spun him around to look at Spencer and Matt, “Your son has lost a mother just like you did, remember? Then there is your brother in-law and nephew who lost a sister and aunt. What would Heather think of your behaviour?” William bowed his head in shame and stood next to Art and Spencer. Blair growled at Estevan and said, “And as for you, you should know better.” Estevan stood back with Dawn and held her hand as the priest continued with the prayers of condolences.

Blake stood looking at William and Heather’s wedding picture on the wall when Lexy walked in, “They looked so happy.” Blake didn’t turn around but said, “They were made for each other. I was still a teenager when they first met so Heather was like a sister to me. Something like this puts things in perspective, don’t you think?” Lexy stepped closer and asked, “You mean us and the job offer?”

“Yes.” Blake turned to Lexy pulling her close and said, “Take the job no one will do it better than you but promise me you will stay safe and any trouble you tell me.” Lexy was almost in tears as she asked, “Do you really mean this?”

“Baby, I love you and I meant every word. I just don’t want to lose you on the job but I realize putting my foot down could push you away.”

“I love you too and if it gets too much or it takes over us I will leave the force because I don’t want to be married 2 or 3 times, once is enough for me.” 

Blake kissed her with passion when William walked in, “At least you get to kiss your wife I just buried mine.” Blake was furious and was about to speak when Blair ushered both Blake and Lexy out the room. 

“Have you decided on names for the twins?”

“No, and I don’t want them here.” 

Blair was now angry and grabbed William and yelled, “You would throw out your own flesh and blood because Heather died. They didn’t ask to be born. As I remember it you begged Heather to have more children.” Estevan had walked in and listened intently to the conversation and let Blair continue. 

Blair released him and William fell to the floor and said, “I can’t sleep because she isn’t there. When the twins cry, I don’t know what to do but Heather always knew how to deal with these things.”

“And we are family, your my nephew, I’ll help you. Your Dad wants to help but you have to stop fighting with him and then there is Blake and your son Art, who by the way is a teenager and he has been looking after the twins but they need you because you are their Dad.”

Estevan now spoke up, “Spencer is staying for a while and so is Mathew. They are staying here with you so you have all the help you need.”

“I’m sorry about what I said about Mum, I know you still love her. Dawn isn’t angry at you because of the argument?”

“No she is fine. The twins will have to have names though.” Blair looked at William and said, “Heather came to see me a few weeks ago and gave me some letters and one was addressed to you. I think now is the right time to give it to you.”

William took the letter and opened it and it read,

My dearest Will,

When I saw the doctor in the early stages of pregnancy he told me there were going to be complications and that I should terminate the pregnancy. I laughed it off and never told you because now I was a vampire, I didn’t believe him. However in case I’m wrong that is why I wrote this.  

I hope you are loving the twins as much as you loved me because they deserve that. I know you will be upset but please be there for them and Art. They need you baby, and when we agreed to try again you promised me that you would be around more for the babies and I want you to uphold that because I’m not there. Remember if we have a girl let her date and let her dress like a girl including miniskirts if that’s what she like to wear. Don’t grill and scare to death all the boys that she dates. If we have a boy, as we did with Art be firm but fair and make sure he treats his girlfriend’s well. Tell Art he was always special to me and I love him very much.

Then there is you, the man of my dreams, the man who always loved me and even married me twice. Thank you for giving me such a beautiful wedding day. Thank you for our wonderful children. Thank you for loving me as much as you did, that means more to me than you’ll ever know.

All my love and kisses

For now and forever

Heather

Xxxxxx



A Big thank you to Zhippidy for her grab pose 

5.21 Friends

Philippe was holding Paris and asked, “What time are you meeting Heather?” 

Paris looked at Philippe and sweetly said, “In an hour. Can we decorate; you know to make it more us?”

“I don’t see why not. When would you want to start?”

“Can we start straight away?” Philippe loved her honesty and started to kiss her, “I have to get ready.”

“I’m sure Heather won’t mind you being a few minutes late.”

Heather looked at her watch and thought I have time before meeting Paris. She walked into the office and found Blair with Ty, “TJ can you give us a minute.” Blair looked shocked and motioned Ty out of the room.

“He’s a good man for Harmony, you know.”

“So everyone keeps telling me but Will’s not here.”

“I came to see you.” Blair walked around the desk and stared in shock, “Why do you want to see me?”

“I want to explain…” Blair cut her off, “If it’s about us that was a long time ago.” Heather just looked at him, “I know but I want you to know I was in love with you.” Blair was confused, “Heather why are you telling me this?” 

Heather put some papers on the desk, “What are these?” Heather took one last look at Blair and asked, “If you ever loved me like you once said then please look after them and when the time is right you will know what to do.”

Just before she left Blair said, “Heather for what’s worth I did love you and you opened my eyes.”

Paris ran to the café and found Heather waiting. Paris trying to catch her breath said, “Sorry I’m late I got side tracked.”

“You mean distracted by Philippe who I’m sure put that big grin on your face.”

“Heath, he is amazing. How are you coping with carrying two?”

“I’m just more tired but Will has been wonderful and so has Art. I’ve had to tell him to go out a few times and be a teenager.” 

Paris smiled and was about to say something when her phone rang when she saw the ID she looked at Heather, “Paris you look in shock who is it?”

“Mathew, what do I do?” Heather bluntly said, “Answer it.” 

Paris answered the phone and in an almost scared tone said, “Matt, how are you?”

“I wasn’t sure you’d answer the phone to me. Anyway I was wondering how you were?”

“I’m good, I met someone…”

“I’m pleased for you, anyone I know?”

“Philippe Tisseur.”

“Yeah I know him, he works for Uncle Estevan.” Paris was worried about Matt, “I love hearing from you but are you ok?”

“Remember the deal about the business when I graduate” Paris said, “I remember.”

“I think I may have been rash in turning it down. I love Hazel and don’t want to let her down.”

“You and Hazel will be fine; look your Aunt wants a word.” Heather took the phone, “Mathew when are you coming home to visit it’s been too long?”

“I promise Aunt Heather I will soon. Congratulations on the new baby.”

“Shit, I forgot to tell your Dad but it’s twins.”

“Wow that is great news. If I don’t see you before I will be there to see the babies.”

“Matt, take care, Love you.”

“Love too Aunt Heather.” When the call ended Paris looked at Heather, Your hormones are making you all mushy.”

Heather sweetly replied, “I know but I’m pregnant. Now are we going shopping?” 

As they walked out of the café Paris asked, “What are we looking for?”

“I am decorating the nursery. Art insisted on sharing with Ty and said change his old room.”

“What do they get up too?”

“Whatever it is I don’t want to know but oddly enough the room has be tidy since I’ve been pregnant.”

“Maybe you should have a permanent pregnancy so the room stays that way.” Suddenly they both laughed, “Now that’s an idea and I know Will would be all for the trying part.” Paris tapped her hand, “You’re a naughty girl.”

“You have no idea.”

5.20 An Announcement

Blake took Nathan to the park where he met Lexy, “How did work go?”

“They want me to take Keith’s place.”

“What did you say?” Lexy wasn’t sure how her husband would take it but told him anyway, “I said I would think about.” Blake was feeding his brother so couldn’t yell but firmly said, “Keith ended up dead and I don’t want anything to happen to you.”

“Lexy in almost a whisper replied, “You said you would be supportive.”

“And I am but being the boss is different.”

“I haven’t said yes to the job. Anyway seeing a baby in your arms suits you.” Blake softened his voice, “Well we could get some practise in later when I drop my brother off back home.”

“I’ll see you at Will and Heather’s at 6pm” Blake looked disappointed, “That’s tonight?”

Lexy turned back to face Blake and sweetly said, “But when we get home we can practise.”

Blake looked at his brother, “Nathan I am one lucky man.”

Art was in the park eyeing up the girls when he saw Draco run up to him. “Art who was that girl you were talking to because she is pretty?”

“She, my dear uncle is way too old for you but me not so much.” Draco loved the way his nephew spoke about girls, “What do you say to them to get their attention?”

“What they want to hear. Things like you are pretty, you look nice and your hair is beautiful today. They lap it up.”

“Cool. Harmony is so in love with Ty it’s sickening. I’m never falling in love. I think I’ll do what you are doing have a lifetime of fun.”

“I will settle one day just not now.” Draco looked horrified, “Not you too. You are my favourite nephew don’t make me hate you.”

Art laughed at Draco as he replied, “I’m your only nephew.” 

A girl approached Art and said, “Hi, I’m Lacy.”

“Hi I’m Art and this is my Uncle Draco.” Lacy smirked and teased, “You are older than your uncle.” Then she faced Draco and sweetly, “You are so handsome.”

“Lacy you are very sexy.”

“Are you sure you aren’t a teenager?” Draco cheekily smiled at her and replied, “If I was a teenager you’d be on a date with me tonight.” Art felt embarrassed and awkwardly said, “Sorry Lacy about him,” he glanced over to Draco and continued, “I have no idea where he gets it from.”

Heather was talking to her stomach, “You are lively today.” William pulled her close, “How are you both today?”

“Actually after the scan today they revealed we are having twins.” William picked her up and kissed her, “That is wonderful news Heather, do we know what the twins are?”

“I didn’t want to know.”

“We will still have to pick names.”

“Will, I sometimes wonder who will be the kids around here the babies or you?” Will kissed his wife again and said, “Both I hope.”

In the evening when everyone was sitting around Will got up and said, “As you know my wife and I are expecting but we can confirm that the baby isn’t just one but two babies.”

Blake was the first to congratulate them and Lexy hugged Heather, “I’m so excited for you.” Paris screamed, “My turn, my turn to hug my best friend.”

“Are you happy?” Heather looked at Paris and replied, “I’m really happy about the babies.” 

Philippe shook William’s hand and said, “Well done mate. Your Dad will be coming back to work as you take time off.”

“Yeah that is weird.”

“Have you told Estevan yet?” William shook his head as he sipped on his drink, “We are going over tomorrow to tell him and Dawn. I know he’ll be thrilled.”

When Estevan heard the news that they were expecting twins he was over the moon. “If you need anything just let me know.”

Dawn hugged Heather and said, “I bet you can’t wait.” Heather didn’t say anything then asked, “How is Nathan doing?”

“He’s doing well and I’m glad Estevan is helping because I’m so tired all the time.” Estevan walked in with Nathan and said, “Say hello to your brother Will and Heather.” Nathan held out his arms for Will and when Will took him he snuggled Nathan and whispered something to him.

“Will, what did you say to Nathan?” Will and Nathan smiled at each other and Will replied, “Dad it’s a brother thing so I’m not telling you.”