~Few Month Later~
Sebastian sat in the living room working on his phone when Liam ran into the living room, giggling.
“Dad! Auntie’s baby just kicked! I felt it under my hand when I touched her belly!” He said with great happiness.
Sebastian opened his arms and picked Liam up. He placed him on his lap and kissed his cheeks.
“Is Mom awake?” He asked, and Liam bounced his head.
“Yes, she is! She woke up a few minutes ago, when I was touching her belly.” He said, and Sebastian smiled and nodded.
“I should go and say Hi to her. Wait here, okay?” He said and placed Liam on the chair.
He stood up to leave but Liam held his hand and made him stop. He looked at him and furrowed his brows.
“What’s wrong, Liam?” He asked.
“What about mother? You promised me I would be seeing her this month. When will it be, dad? I miss her.”
Sebastian heaved a sigh after listening to Liam. He squatted in front of him and held his two small hands.
He poked his cheeks softly, and Liam chuckled. “Liam, I promised you, okay? You will see Mom this month. It could be today, or tomorrow. She had to leave for some reasons, to make her understand some things…”
“To make her understand that you can’t marry her?” Liam asked, and Sebastian swallowed hard. He never thought Liam would understand a thing going on.
“Well, it doesn’t mean I hate your mother, Liam. I have moved on from my past, and now I have a family with Auntie. I hope one day she understands. I still love you both, but not in a romantic way.”
Liam nodded and let out a soft smile. “I trust you, Dad. I believe we will do just fine when she returns. But can I know where she went? She told me she was traveling, but never told me where she was going.”
“Ermmm…” Sebastian lowered his head and began to think of what to say to him. ‘How do I tell him I sent his mother to jail because of her evil act?’
“Sebastian!” A call that saved him from the situation came, and he sprang to his feet. It was Stephanie calling, and she sounded urgent.
“Stephanie!” He called and ran all the way to the room where she was calling from.
“I think… I think the baby is coming!” She yelled in terror.
Sebastian bombed into the room and his eyes widened when he saw her standing and leaning against the bed.
The tiles under her feet were soaked with water that ran down her legs.
“Oh God, it’s time.” He ran to her and held her hand. He placed her left hand across his neck, and his right hand held onto her waist.
“Walk slowly, okay? We are going to the car now.” He said to her, and she bounced her head weakly.
She groaned and moaned in pain as they shuffled out of the room and headed to the living room.
“Liam! Can you help me bring the black bag at the bottom of the closet in our room? Auntie will need those things at the hospital.”
Liam sprang to his feet and dashed into the room. He found the bag in no time and ran back to the living room.
He ran to the door and helped Sebastian open up before he got closer. They walked so slowly because of Stephanie, but Sebastian was very patient with her.
He had picked the car keys from the center table in the living room.
“Liam, the door, please.” He said to him and gave him the car keys.
Liam bobbed and ran out of the house with the bag of baby stuff with him.
He opened the door and threw it at the backseat of the car. He stood next to the door and watched Sebastian help Stephanie down the porch slowly.
***
Liam and Sebastian paced in the waiting area at the hospital. They both looked so worried, and the expression on Liam’s face couldn’t but pull people’s attention.
“He is so cute to worry and react like that.” They told themselves.
After a few hours, the doctor came out of the ward, and Sebastian ran to him at full speed.
“Doctor, how is she?!” He asked, and he smiled widely.
“You have a beautiful baby girl, Mr. Sebastian! Congratulations!”
“Oh My…Thank you so much, Doctor! Thank you!” Sebastian yelled in happiness! Can we see her now?” He asked in excitement.
“Yes, you can. She is doing very fine.”
“Liam! Let’s go and greet Auntie.”
Liam nodded happily and took Sebastian’s hand. They headed into the ward and met Stephanie laying on the bed, with her baby in her hands.
“Stephanie!” Sebastian called, and she looked at him.
He laughed out loud and ran to her. He went on his knees and looked at his baby.
“God, she looks so tiny and adorable! Can I carry her?” He asked with a baby’s tone, and Stephanie chuckled.
“She is your baby, why do you have to ask for permission before carrying her? Of course, you can carry her.”
“Auntie, are you okay?” Liam asked as Sebastian carried the baby.
“Of course, Liam. Thank you so much!” She responded and planted a kiss on his forehead.
“Baby girl! I love you so much!” Sebastian said to himself, staring at his baby.
“What should we name her?”
“Let’s name her Ruby! She is a rare and precious gem!” Liam uttered, and they both chuckled.
“Sebastian, what do you think?”
“I love it! Ruby Coleman!” He uttered and they all laughed.
After making a few calls to family and friends that Stephanie put to bed, the ward became full in no time.
Different people came with different gifts and necessities for the baby. Princess and Mary were all over Stephanie and the baby.
“So, what next?” Philip asked Sebastian as they stared at the people happily.
“A wedding is next. I want to make it official, and I want it as soon as possible.” He responded, and Philip nodded.
“I love that! Your father, is he here?”
“Yes! He stepped out to answer his phone. It’s the first time he is so pleased with me.”
“Hmmm… I’m happy for you.” Philip said, tapping his shoulder.
“Thank you. I’m very happy you and the family are here too. Stephanie can’t want any more than this.”
“Mom!” Liam called all of a sudden and they all looked up and saw Rosabella standing at the ward door.
“Liam!” She called. She went on her knees and Liam ran into her arms.
“You didn’t tell me you would be coming!” He said cheerfully.
“Well, Daddy made that happen. I’m not going anywhere anymore.” She uttered and looked at Sebastian.
Sebastian smiled faintly and nodded.
“Congratulations, Stephanie. I’m happy for you.” Rosabella said, and Stephanie smiled faintly.
“Thank you. Are you sure you are happy about this?”
Rosabella smiled and lowered her head. “Yes, I am. It’s obvious this is how it has to be. I have learnt my lesson. I don’t want to ever be away from my son. I wish you two the best in life.”
Stephanie smiled heartily and held her hand. “Thank you so much, Rosabella.”
Rosabella moved away Stephanie and headed to where Sebastian stood.
“And lastly, thank you for not letting me rot in jail. Thank you for letting me out and giving me a chance to be with my son again.”
“I’m happy you finally learnt your lesson. And about Liam, he is the sweetest child I have ever known. Thank you for taking good care of him when I wasn’t there.” He responded, and she giggled.
“He has a sister now! He is now a big boy!” She uttered, and they all laughed.
Sebastian walked to Stephanie and squatted next to her again.
“Thank you for making today happen. I love you so much.”
“AwwNnnn…” The people in the ward reacted to his statement.
“And thank you for being here with me today. I love you too, Sebastian. And I promise never to leave you again.”
Sebastian leaned closer to her and took her lips in his.
Everyone clapped and cheered as they watched the beautiful couples begin a happy ever after journey.
THE END.