Four months later...

I woke up suddenly, feeling completely nauseous. I moved Alex's arm from my waist and ran over to the bathroom, puking my brains out. Must be the box of Girl Scout cookies I 'accidentally' ate...

I flushed the toilet and got up, wiping my mouth. I stood up to brush my teeth. A soft knock came from the door before my shirtless husband came walking in, his eyes still heavy from sleep and his hair tousled all around. "Ana, are you alright?" His voice was husky.

I nodded and pushed my self off the sink I was leaning on. "Yeah. Ate too many cookies." I laughed lightly.

He nodded, yawning. "Come back to bed, baby."

I followed him back as we got into the bed together, he instantly pulled my to him as he spooked me, keeping me as close as possible. His soft snores continued and I knew he was asleep. It's nearly three am so we didn't have to be up for a few hours.

But I couldn't sleep.

So I laid there in his arms, looking out at the moon that was shining brightly through the window.

I couldn't help but think back about the past few months. Living with Alexander in his world was anything but normal.

After all that happened with Dimitri, his court date was set a couple months after. He ended up getting 129 years in prison. So life basically. My mother was shocked at what he had done, but ultimately decided not to take any legal action toward him. It's unfortunate how she still remained loyal. Her and Collin still live at the large mansion, forever living off of Dimitri's money. Well whatever's left. After all the fines he's facing I doubt it'll last them five years.

My father got better and has almost completed his treatment. He's at a healthy weight again and has began doing tasks on his own. They were thankfully able to let him out of the hospital and he's begun to take back his life. He has a while before he'll be fully healed, but he's on the right track.

I had to tell him about everything. And boy did that go terrible. He didn't speak to me for nearly a week, but eventually came around and accepted everything that happened. He was more hurt that we didn't tell him, but ultimately grateful. I'd do this all over for him again if it meant he'd be healing. I know that if I hadn't taken the deal my dad most likely wouldn't be alive today.

Phillip and Amelia were officially granted citizenship and are now living freely with no threats over their heads. We celebrated that night and I'd never seen a family so happy. It's like a curse was lifted off of them.

Christmas was in six days and we were having it here at our place. Both sides of the family were coming and I was more than excited. I hadn't seen my parents since October and since dad can finally travel, they decided to come here.

After a few more hours of laying there with my own thought, I got up and went into the kitchen to make something to eat. I know I was sick earlier, but right now I could really go for some cereal. Or toast. Or eggs. All of it sounds good to be honest.

I rummaged around the kitchen until I found something I was satisfied with. I settled for the Cinnamon Toast Crunch I hide away in the back of the pantry so Alex doesn't find it.

I go and sit on the couch, clicking on the morning news. I mean there really isn't anything else to watch at six am anyway.

As I near the end of my cereal I start to feel queasy again. I put the bowl down on the coffee table and go into the bathroom off the living room.

I end up getting sick again and this time I have a feeling it's not just from the dozen cookies I ate.

I go into the living room quietly so I don't wake up Alex and get my phone. When I come back into the living room I dial the only person that can really confirm my suspicions.

~>~

I sit in the doctor's table, impatiently waiting my result. They were able to get me in right away and I took the appointment. I sent Alexander a text to let him know I was just running a few errands.

A few minutes later the doctor comes in with a small smile on her face. "Hi, Mrs. Knight. I have your results..."

I bit my lip, anxious to hear. "Okay..."

"Well you are in fact pregnant. Congratulations." She says with a wider smile.

My eyes went wide. Pregnant. A million things go through my mind. Am I ready? Will I be a good mother? Will I be like my mother? "Whoa." I breath out.

Images of how I would imagine our baby suddenly came to mind. If it's a boy, I'd definitely want him to look more like Alexander. Handsome like his father. I just hope he won't be as hard headed. But if it's a girl, I hope she gets his eyes. They're beautiful.

"Are you alright, Mrs. Knight? Do you need some water?" The doctor asked, concerned.

I nodded. "I-I'm alright. Water would be great." I said with a small smile.

She nodded. "I'll be right back." She closed the door behind her and left me with the biggest news of my life.

Pregnant. I'm pregnant.

What will Alexander think? Does he even want kids? This was moving so fast and it's like it all caught up to me in this one moment. I love Alex and of course I wanted kids with him one day.

My hand immediately went over my stomach. A life was growing inside of me. One day this little person would be my whole world. I guess he or she already was. Ready or not, this baby was coming. I guess I shouldn't be surprised. Alex and I have been... reckless I guess you could say.

The doctor returned with a small cup of water. "Here you are."

I thanked her before taking the cup and drinking it. The cool liquid helped for sure. I also just needed a moment to process it all.

The doctor went on to further explain what the next steps would be. I'm seven weeks along, so in the first trimester. We'll need to do a follow up appointment within the next month, but should start prenatal care right away.

I finished up there and headed back home. Alexander wasn't there because he had a meeting today at work.

As soon as I got home I began pacing. How was I going to tell him? Oh hey, Alex. How was your day? Oh by the way you knocked me up.

Yeah I shouldn't say that.

The elevator opening made me jump. I turned to see Ronan and Scott walk in. They had driven me to the doctor's, but had no idea why. I of course wouldn't tell them. That'd be weird if they were the ones who knew first.

Alexander had actually grown to like Ronan. Of course he still thought he was occasionally flirting, but not so much anymore. Maybe it's because Ronan actually got engaged. I didn't even know he was dating someone until a month ago!

"Mrs. Knight, we have to do a security around the building check under Mr. Knight's orders. Ronan will be right outside the door if you need anything." Scott explained.

I nodded. "Thank you, Scott." They both walked out and back to the elevator.

Alexander had been extra protective lately since everything happened with Dimitri. The press got ahold of part of the story. Basically the part where Dimitri was embezzling money. Regardless, the press were hounding me since I was his step daughter. My mother was basically in hiding at this point.

Also Alex was wary and worried that Dimitri would send someone back to hurt me for putting him behind bars. I guess I couldn't blame Alex for being too cautious. Dimitri was a mad man after all.

I decided to call Alexander. Maybe that would ease my nerves a little bit.

The phone dial tone only rang a couple times before he answered.

"Hi, baby. How are you?"

I smiled. "I'm good. How are you?"

"I'd be better if you were here. I keep thinking about you and my desk—"

"Alexander!" I scolded.

His musical laughter flooded my ears and I suddenly missed him. "What are you doing?"

"Waiting for you to get home." I laughed.

"Well your wish can be granted. I just have to finish a few things and then I'll be on my way back to you." Always come back to me.

"Okay, I'll see you soon then."

"Love you, Ana."

"I love you too."

~>~

An hour later Alexander came home handsome as ever in his navy blue fitted suit. He was mouth watering. It was taking all my self control not to jump his bones right there and then.

I clicked off the tv and got up from the couch. "Are you hungry?" I am. I walked over to the kitchen and could feel his presence as he followed me.

I opened the fridge and began looking through it for something to make sandwiches with. Suddenly his arms go around me and Alex nuzzles his nose in the crook of my neck.

I laugh light when he gently presses me sides, tickling me. "No, no, don't." I beg.

He chuckled and pressed a kiss on the base of my neck before turning me around in his arms. "I'm not hungry for food." He said, leaning down to kiss me.

I blush, even though I should be used to his filthy mind. "I need to tell you something." I blurt out.

He looks at me with sudden concern in his eyes. "What?"

I step out of his hold and shut the fridge. "Sit." I softly demand, pointing to the stool by the counter.

He arched a brow, but did as I asked. "Anastasia..." oh now he's serious.

"I-I went to the doctor today."

That got him off the stool and he was almost immediately in front of me. "Are you alright?"

I laugh lightly as I nod. "Yes. Yes, I'm fine."

He lets out a breath. "Then why did you go to the doctors?"

I inhale, but don't exhale yet. I see the nervous look on his face and I bet my wasn't any different. "I'm pregnant." I breath out.

His face pales and I feel like the wind was just knocked out of me. "You're pregnant?"

I nod, biting my lip.

"Okay..." His eyes are still wide and he looks away from me, almost as if in shock.

"Okay?" I repeat.

He looked back up at me, his mouth agape. "I... I'm gonna be a dad."

I nodded. "Yeah. You are." I could feel the tears brimming in my eyes.

"Okay... okay." He just repeated.

I suddenly couldn't help it as they streamed down my face. I sniffled as I wiped them away.

"Baby, why are you crying?" His hands lifted to wipe away the tears.

"You're upset." I sobbed.

"What? No!" He pulled me into him and kissed the top of my head. "No, baby, no I'm not upset. Surprised, yeah, but not upset." He pulled back slightly to lift up my chin to look at him. "I'm sorry I was just so shocked... we're gonna have an actual baby. A tiny human!"

I laughed through my tears that were now slowly stopping. "I know. A tiny human."

He bent down to kiss my lips and then each of my cheeks. "I wouldn't want to do this with anyone else."

"That's reassuring." I joked.

He chuckled. "I love you, Ana, and this baby. You just gave me the greatest gift I could ever have."

I smiled at his words. "Merry early Christmas."

He laughed. "Some people get puppies, this year we're getting a baby."

I rolled my eyes. "Fun times over. Now we have to tell Norah."

He arched a brow. "That won't be fun?"

"Norah loves babies. She's probably never going to leave our house."

"Just another challenge we'll have to face."

"As long as I'm with you." I kissed him and was I complete bliss.

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