Jess. "You're having the next one. I have brothers too you know!" Riley couldn't help the snicker that slipped out when Jess blanched. Jess glared at her before turning back to
sooth Kim.
Things progressed rapidly from that point. As they moved Kim into one of the delivery
rooms everyone grabbed a gown to cover their clothes. Jess changed into scrubs and
positioned herself behind Kim in the bed. Kim's obstetrician strolled into the room.
"Ready to go?" She asked with a smile.
'I've been ready; where the hell have you been?" Kim growled.
It wasn't long before the cry of a new voice filled the room. It almost covered up the
sound of a body hitting the floor. Riley spun around to find Sam out cold. She rushed
over to make sure she was all right. Other than a goose egg on the back of her head and a
case of terminal embarrassment she was fine. They walked over together to view the
new arrival.
Kim had the baby cradled to her chest and Jess was cradling them both from behind. "I'd like you to meet Erin Marie McKenna." Jess introduced with tears trailing down her
face.
They gazed down at the baby. She was long with large hands and had a head of thick
black hair. It looked like Erin was going to take after Jess and be a big tall girl. Her little eyes slowly blinked open and Sam could see they were light blue like Kim's but knew
that could change. She was a beautiful little girl.
The nurse came in and shooed them out so they could get Erin all checked out and Kim
settled in a room.
"We'll see you in a bit." Sam promised as they left.
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They got to see Kim and the baby about an hour later. They entered to see Jess up on the
bed with Kim as she attempted to nurse Erin for the first time. They spoke softly to Kim
as they watched Erin nurse. Once she'd fallen asleep Kim turned to Riley. She'd seen the
look of longing on both women's faces as she'd nursed Erin.
"Would you like to hold her?" She asked Riley.
A brilliantly smile lit Riley's face as she gently took the baby from Kim's arms. Sam
came up behind her and cradled them both in her long arms. Riley had a look a pure joy
on her face.
"Maybe we could have one of our own someday." Sam whispered in her ear.
Riley was floored that Sam had even mentioned it. She'd thought about it a lot, as Kim's
pregnancy had progressed but never thought Sam would agree. "I'd like that." She
admitted softly.
They stayed for a while but when both yawned repeatedly Jess urged them to go back to
their place and get some sleep.
"I called Mom and Dad, they were ecstatic to finally be grandparents. Kim's folks said they wanted to wait a bit so Kim could settle into a routine with Erin then they plan on
visiting. Mom was already asking how soon it would be 'til we could bring Erin for a
visit. I got in touch with Cheryl; she and Frank are going to fly down as soon as he gets
off work. So you'll have the house to yourself and it would really help me out if you'd
feed Thor and let him out."
They kissed Kim and the baby goodbye assuring them they'd be back later and headed
for Kim and Jess's to get some rest.
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They talked about the baby all the way back to the house. Riley couldn't resist teasing
her big tough cop for passing out when Erin was born. Riley headed for the kitchen
while Sam let Thor out. She'd spent many weekends in this house over the last six
months and felt very at home here. They made themselves some sandwiches before
getting ready to take their nap.
They headed toward the guest bedroom. When they reached the end of the hall Sam lead
them into Kim and Jess's room instead. The bed was unmade and it was obvious they'd
left in a hurry. Sam pulled Riley into her arms and began to kiss her passionately. She led her over to the bed and tried to get her to lie down.
"Sam what are you doing?" she protested as Sam's kisses became more insistent.
"Hey Jess got Kim pregnant in my bed. I'm just returning the favor." She grinned as she pressed Riley back into the bed.
"Oh you're going to get me pregnant huh...? Well let's get to it."
Sam knew Riley couldn't be serious but couldn't help the surge of hope her words
invoked. Riley saw the look on Sam's face and decided to take a chance.
"You know your brother will be here tonight. Maybe he'd be willing to help us out." She told Sam in a serious tone of voice.
Sam was momentarily speechless. She felt her chest tighten and she choked up. "You
would have my baby?" she asked tearfully.
"In a heartbeat." Riley assured her. "There's only one problem Sweetheart."
Sam was reeling. Riley really was serious, she wanted her child. It was more than she'd
ever dared hoped for. She fought to clear her thoughts and respond.
"What problem?" she asked nervously.
"A baby needs two parents... two married parents. Will you marry me Sam?"
Sam felt the tears pour down her cheeks. "Yes!" she cried. "Yes I'll marry you."
Tears of joy trailed down both their cheeks as they shared a searing kiss to seal the
proposal.
The End.
I hope you enjoyed the story. Feedback and constructive comments are always welcome.
You can reach me at rjnolan@gmail.com
Table of Contents
Chapter One
Chapter Two
Chapter Three
Chapter Four
Chapter Five
Chapter Six
Chapter Seven
Chapter Eight
Chapter Nine
Chapter Ten
Chapter Eleven
Chapter Twelve
Chapter Thirteen
Chapter 14 - Conclusion