His Armored Heart

Chapter Thirty Four

Later that evening, Tony eagerly waited for May to arrive, excited to share their news with her. He paced around their living room, unable to sit still.

"Babe, you're making me antsy," Bree commented. She sat on the couch, curled up beneath a blanket, trying to watch tv.

"Sorry honey." Tony said sincerely, walking over to sit next to her on the couch.

Bree leaned against his side and put her legs in his lap. "I know you're excited, but they'll get here when they can. Pete has science club on Friday's."

"I know, but shouldn't that be over by now?" Tony asked as he began to gently rub her feet.

She turned and looked at the clock. It'd just turned five in the afternoon. "It just ended maybe a half hour ago. They probably went by their home to pack a bag."

"I definitely thought it was later than that." Tony admitted. He slid his hands up a little, taking the massage to her ankles.

Bree smiled, letting her eyes close at the welcoming feeling of pressure on her joints. "Are you going to do this when they swell up too?"

"As often as you want." Tony promised with a soft smile.

"I'm kinda looking forward to being spoiled," Bree admitted. "But you'll be putting up with a lot."

"You won't hear a single complaint out of me." Tony promised Bree.

She chuckled. "You might regret saying that."

"Your company has just parked in the garage, sir," Jarvis stated.

"I will never regret saying that." Tony assured Bree. "Thank you, Jarvis. Let them in."

Bree leaned forward and kissed Tony's cheek just as May and Peter walked in. Although Peter shot into the living room like a slingshot, his backpack on his shoulder.

"Hey kid. I hope you're ready, we have a lot of work to do this weekend." Tony chuckled, scooping Peter up into his arms when he came close enough.

Peter laughed and hugged Tony tightly around his neck. "Aunt May says as long as I finish my homework I can help you."

"I don't think that will be a problem." Tony said in agreement.

May grinned as she sat in an armchair opposite them. "He's been so excited."

"We have been as well, but for other reasons. We have some news to share." Tony told May with a beaming smile.

She furrowed her brow. "What are you talking about?" May looked between the couple.

"We confirmed it this morning. Baby Stark will be joining us soon." Tony proudly announced.

May's eyes widened. "Seriously? That's amazing!"

Bree blushed as Tony rested one hand on her stomach. "It's still really early, but we're very excited."

"Congratulations to you both! We should celebrate." May said happily.

She chuckled. "By doing what?"

"A party? It could just be us, or it can be others as well." May answered. "Are you going to go public?"

Bree grinned. "I'm honestly surprised Tony hasn't sent a mass email."

"I like for my private life to stay private. It can't be hidden forever, but I'd like to wait a bit before we announce it." Tony told them.

She turned and kissed his cheek. "I'm sure you'll at least tell Rhoady. Unless you two are still arguing."

"I will tell him. Telling a close friend is different than telling the public." Tony pointed out. "And yes, we're still not seeing eye to eye, but that doesn't mean we aren't still friends."