Again -n.h-

Chapter 21

Chapter 21

"Good morning guys," I shriek in excitement as Emma and Nathan rush into the direction of Niall and I.

I wrap my arms around the both of them, laughing as they hold onto me. I kiss their foreheads, grinning like a maniac. Even though it's only been a day, I really missed them.

When the two kids let go of me and walk over to Niall, I walk towards Sydney, who is laying on the couch with an ice pack on her face.

"Hey, kiddo," I say softly, sitting on the edge of the couch, "How are you doing?"

My hand reaches out to her, and I let it run through her hair. Sydney sighs, nodding as if silently telling me to keep going.

"I'm okay, these opioids are really kicking me in the butt, Mum," she says softly.

"I know," I whisper, continuing to run my hand through her hair. Her other hand grabs my free one, giving it a squeeze.

"Way to go on wanting to fight Josie."

I laugh shaking my head at her, "Don't even mention it, young lady."

"Oh, what about the other video with those -"

"Sydney, shut it," I chuckle, "A grown woman has needs too."

Sydney smiles, "I love you, Mum."

"I love you too, sweetheart."

I stand up, lean down and press my lips to her forehead. Just as I leave, Niall walks over to us as he is talking to the Nathan and Emma.

I know the kids are so happy that he's home, and I am too but the way my morning started makes me feel so mad. The fact that I have to fight for time with my husband drives me insane.

I reach down for Nathan, placing him on my hip. Pressing my lips against his forehead, Nathan giggles and cuddles into me. Chuckling, I place my cheek on top of his head just as Niall's voice echoed through the living room, "How about a family movie day?"

Nathan shrieks in excitement, knocking his head against my chin. I groan, chuckling.

"Scoot over Syd, it's movie time!" Emma says excitedly, jumping onto the couch. Sydney screams out in surprise as Emma almost knocks into her. Niall tells Emma to calm down just as I carry Nathan over to the couch.

"I was thinking about in our room. On the big bed," Niall says, his eyes meeting mine. On rare occasions we all watch movies in our bedroom, and usually the occasion is when we all, as a family, need to be closer with one another. All I can do is nod.

Eventually, we are all laying on our bed. Emma and Sydney sitting crossed legged on the front of our beds, Niall's arms around me to keep me near him with Nathan in our laps. We watch four movies, they eat dinner, and Niall tries to make me eat.

I only eat a couple of bites.

By the end of the night, I am walking into the bathroom with a pair of pyjama shorts and a large shirt. My hands are tucked into the pockets of my shorts as I walk into the bathroom, where Niall is standing as he brushes his teeth.

When he sees me, he spits out the paste, washing out his mouth with water. He wraps his arm around me, pulling me into his chest. I let a shaky sigh escape my lips, pressing my forehead against his shoulder.

"I need more days like today," I whisper. "No Josie, no One Direction, no drama. Just the kids, you, and laughter."

"Niall," I whisper, my lips hovering against his.

"Jessica," he says softly, grabbing my thighs and placing me onto his lap. He pulls me closer, keeping his hands on me.

"I'm pregnant," I whisper, "Again."

Niall's lips pull away from me, his eyes widening in shock. Before I can say anything else, a smile reaches his lips before he lets a laugh escape his mouth, "Seriously?"

"Yes," I whisper nodding, my eyes filling with tears of happiness.

Niall groans happily before wrapping his arms around me. I can feel his heart beating rapidly, proving that he is excited for our third child. A child that we never planned on having.

"Sydney and Emma are going to be so excited, " he says chuckling.

"I know right, " I say smiling.

Niall presses his lips against my temple, making me close my eyes. The feeling of his life against me brings me so much joy, so much life. I don't know how I ever lived without him, without his help, jokes, or even his face.

"No Josie, no One Direction, no paps, nothing for the next couple of days. I promise you," Niall whispers.

I nod, sighing in content as I feel my body lean into his. He's my everything.

Losing him would absolutely ruin me.