The Guard To My Sanctuary - Chapter 35: Chapter 35

Marco
Elm was downstairs watching television seeming completely done with the whole pregnancy process. I doubted we'd have any more kids based off all the things we went through plus we were already having three kids so we didn't need anymore. I would love to have an even bigger family but it was just not economically smart to expand any time soon. Elm hated being confined and relying on others to get him to and from any time he wanted to go somewhere and do something and he made sure everyone knew as much. I couldn't really relate to being so immobile and tried my best to make sure that he was as comfortable as possible until he could go back to his normal self.
I was preparing our little night of romance because we both needed a little pick me up. The babies were due at any moment and we both were taking the needed precautions to make sure that nothing went wrong but that also came at the same time we weren't focusing on the marriage. I had even bought a new Ford Edge fully loaded with all of our baby stuff so we could get up and go since multiples were often early. We had a small baby shower where the babies uncles and Grandpa went all out and bought the stroller meant for multiples and the diapers along with some really nice clothes. Corey the godfather even sent me the car seats and said he'd try to visit as soon as he was able to, but he did have a lot going on so he made no promises. I was missing my best friend and knew it would be nice to have a friendly face around while going through the infant stage.
Sprinkling rose petals on the bed I then went to the side table and looked at the ring I had been silently saving up for since our first date. I looked at the silver band with orchard colored diamonds stuck into the metal and smiled. I had been ready to make Elm mine legally and had finally had the perfect ring to ask him with. I placed the black velvet box back in my drawer for later and walked into the bathroom and ran a tub for him and lit a few candles. Then I thanked God for the previous owners updating the bathroom before moving since I definitely didn't have the budget for it. When everything was done I dropped a lemon scented bath bomb into the tub and turned the main light off and walked out. I made my way down the stairs were Elm was waiting to look like a treat. I loved seeing him in my old sweater and underwear that hid under it. It was so sexy to me and his glow only added to it. I kissed the side of his face and he looked up at me from the couch.
"What are you doing up there," he asked curiously as he repositioned himself to be more comfortable.
"I have something special for you," I said to him. I then grabbed him before he could ask more questions and carried him upstairs and into the bedroom that was lit with a ten large candles that smelled like lotus blossoms. He took in a breath as he saw the rose petals and the general ambiance of the room.
"I wanted you to remember just how beautiful and special I think you are," I said in his ear then carried him into the bathroom.
"This is so nice," he said as I placed him on the ground making sure that he had his footing before letting him support his own weight.
"You didn't have to do all of this," he said looking up at me.
"I know I didn't have to but I want to," I said and bent down to kiss him. I loved that he immediately gave into the kiss showing me just how much he trusted in me. I grabbed the sweater and pulled it off of him revealing his bulging stomach that seemed bigger than it was before him being placed on bed rest. I grabbed his waist and lifted him up placing him on the edge of the tub then grabbed for his boyshorts which he looked great in. I liked when he embraced more of his feminine side, it just did something to me that I couldn't explain. I pulled his underwear off and the kissed his lips then stomach before helping him into the perfectly warmed water and heard him exhale in relaxation along with the sounds of his muscles popping as he stretched out. I quickly tossed off my clothes then slipped in the tub behind him while trying at the same to be suave.
"You know I've never been happier this," I told him wrapping my arms around him and sinking deeper into the hot water letting it soothe my muscles that ached from my morning workout.
"You know I've never felt safer than when I'm in your arms," he said leaning his head back into my neck.
"I love everything about you, even when you're mad," I said placing a hand on his stomach. Him carrying my children formed this bond between us that wasn't tangible but was as strong and durable as a diamond.
"I love everything about you as well," he said putting his hands on top of mine. Slowly he turned around and kissed me. I kissed him back moving my hands to the side of his body. Our tongues participated in an intimate dance both exploring each other's mouths. His more tentative while I was more aggressive. He seems to melt into me and my hands made their way to his ass before I pulled away. He looked at me to see why I stopped not knowing I had something bigger planned for the night. I grabbed a rag in the side of us and poured some of his soap into the rag. We found a brand of pregnancy-friendly jasmine scented soap that he could use though expensive it made him happy so it was worth it. When I was done cleaning him I cleaned myself then I got out of the tub into the warm air in the house. I reached down and helped Elm out and dried him off before drying myself off. I then lifted him up and took him to the bed and laid him on top of the rose petals. He didn't waste time kissing me and placing his hands on my chest firmly. I kissed him back and got in between his legs while we made out. His hand reached down to my length and he slowly stroked it causing me to become completely hard in his smaller hands. I used my fingers to toy with his sensitive nipples causing him to gasp and pant. Without warning, I pulled away knowing if I continued I'd put him to sleep and tire myself out. He looked up at me indignantly before I began to speak to him.
"Elm you are everything to me, I can't imagine growing old with anyone else on the Earth. When I think about my future I see the two of us sitting by the pool surrounded by our children and their children telling stories about the old days. We may have found one another in the worst of circumstances but the love that has been able to sprout, grow, and blossom from the two of us proves we belong together. I want to wake up with you in my arms and go to sleep the same way for the rest of my life. I want to be the one you come to and trust in. I want to marry you if you would let me," I said pulling out the ring and getting on a bent knee at the side of the bed. Elm's eyes bulged open and he turned that cute shade of red. His eyes started to water as he nodded his head yes. I smiled and jumped up to kiss him. I kissed him long and deep pulling his body to mine. When I finally pulled away it was only to place the ring on his finger. I then went right back to kissing him and pushed his back to the bed and started trailing downward. His hands roamed my shoulders before he gripped down hard as he tried to push me away.
"Marco stop," I heard him say and my stomach drop thinking he had changed his mind that quickly. I looked up at him to see what he was thinking he was a very expressive person.
"Marco its time," he said breathing heavily while his chest heaved rapidly.
"What," I asked cluelessly as to what was going on but I received my answer when I noticed how pained he look. His undertones went from golden to a bright and dark red.
"It's time, they are pressing into my lower abdomen trying to get out," Elm said his face contorted in pain.
"Oh shit," I said jumping up to hold him and feel his skin against mine.
"Baby this is a wonderful moment and all but help get us dressed and call Dr.Nisbalm and my family. We need to get to the hospital as soon as possible. These babies want out and there is no exit so I would like to make a move before they break something inside of me," he said panting through a contraction. I held him till he breathed stronger and got up blowing out all the candles in the room and turning the light on. I threw on some sweats and then helped Elm into his before grabbing our go bags and picking Elm up. I rushed down to the new car and placed him inside then got in myself. I dialed Elm's Dad's number and waited for him to answer.
"Marco what's going on," he asked I could hear Cindy in the background. The image that popped into my head would forever scar me. There were some things that I just never wanted to imagine and any of Elm's family having sex was one of them.
"It's time, Elm is in labor I'm on the way to the hospital about to call the Doctor right now," I said to him and heard him moving around.
"Oh god I'm on my way I'll umm... I'll be there I'll call the boys to tell them the news and Kunaal he's going to want to come to town God I knew it was soon but not tonight," he said into the phone.
"Oh what did he say, did you propose," he asked.
"Yeah, he said yes or well nodded," I said with a smile as I pulled out of the garage and onto the driveway. Elm had his headphones in and I could hear his delivery playlist going. He had been adding and taking away the music he wanted to hear when the babies came for a couple of months.
"Congratulations son in law. Now call the Doctor," he said hanging up.
I smiled and dialed Dr.Nisbalm who answered on the fourth ring.
"Is it time," he asked sounding like we had woken him from some sort of sleep.
"Yep, we are on our way to the hospital right now," I said happily.
"I'll be right there make sure he is taking deep breaths and be careful driving the last thing we want is for you guys to get into an accident on your way here," he said into the phone. I sent a text to Corey and Oscar telling them we were going to deliver soon the placed my phone down and focused on the drive to the hospital.
" I'm going to be a dad," I said aloud in a bout of euphoria.
"Yeah we're going to be dads in a few hours," he replied with a smile.