Lovely Heart

Our Future Nearly Here

His morning sickness was long gone, he was happy to not be vomiting every time he ate. As the weeks went by, his stomach grew more and more. The people were shocked to find out the news, but happy for the miracle of a Ole'ekytan or tsahik heir. They supported him because it was very evident this was her will. Aonung spent his days around him like they always did and they did everything they used to do. They moved back in when Neteyam's pain settled, and constantly held each other- spending almost every night together, feeling and touching.

Neteyam had his hair in loose plaits, his hair having grown long. He was insecure because, no matter how you put it, he looked like a girl. He was thin compared to Aonung, he had a pregnancy belly and long hair- he wasn't anything like a warrior. He hoped Aonung still thought he was attractive. He spent time talking with his mum, who encouraged him and told him you didn't have to choose between the two, you can be strong and a parent.

Aonung had always loved kids, and now that he saw Neteyam nearly ready to deliver, he grew so excited he could barely contain himself. Everyone was shocked to see how he acted around Neteyam, now that they were allowed to be themselves together. He was extremely loving and playful- but like always, they brought the best qualities of the other, out of them. They always were productive when work needed to be done, only as long as they could be in each other's presence for motivation.

Ronal's little girl was named Marley, and she would often be left to Tsireya and Aonung, when Ronal had other duties as a tsahik and healer. It was quite a sight to see, a baby with the two, one on the way alongside- people who were initially shy were taking time to ask Neteyam questions, and get to know him. It seemed he was the gem of the people now. Often he would receive gifts from the girls, wishing him a healthy pregnancy and baby, Aonung became jealous, but Neteyam assured him they were just being friendly. They both came to accept this world.

The kids of Awa'atlu would come and play with Aonung and Neteyam in the common areas and beach.They would squeal and giggle, and Neteyam would watch his husband with the kids- and think of how lucky his new child would be to have him as their dad. Neteyam was very pregnant at this stage, the kids being gentle with him as he sat down. "Neteyam, is it going to be a girl? I hope it is, so i can have a new sister friend" he smiled and patted the small girl's head "we haven't checked, we are going to find out when i get them out" another girl lay on his leg, "what is it going to eat, you're a boy!" Neteyam laughed at the embarrassing statement, he himself having had talked with everyone about this. Aonung came over, two kids on his arms and sat. "You little rascals stop annoying him" they giggled and played with Neteyam's hair, Aonung rolled his eyes and whispered loudly "let's get out of here" "hey! We heard that" they fussed, and he laughed and stood grabbing his husband's hand and walking away. They grabbed onto their legs but Aonung kicked them off gently and hurried off with his mate. Laughing on the way to their place.

"You are so beautiful my Neteyam, you blow me away every day" he said, holding his belly from behind him. He was glowing. Neteyam covered his blush "I look fat, i don't know what you mean" Aonung immediately soothed him "you are pregnant my love, you are more gorgeous than anything i've ever seen. I love you, and want to have you right now" Neteyam chuckled as he kissed his neck and turned him around. Neteyam grabbed his face with two hands and brought him in, kissing his lips carefully. Aonung smiled under the kiss, putting Neteyams hand around his neck and lifting him onto his tippy toes, moving him to where they slept.

He slid his hands over Neteyam's thin tail, and pulled, causing a yelp from the other boy and a stern look. Aonung only laughed "don't get mad baby tail, you're just so cute" he blushed "you haven't called me that since before we were mated" getting shy and embarrassed underneath him. Aonung put his head to Neteyams. Neteyam kissed his nose, then his cheek and finally his mouth. Causing Aonung to spread his legs and undo his clothing, chucking it to the side. He touched him, causing Neteyam to scrunch up his face and moan, as he picked up the pace. He felt the other boy masterfully moving his hand on him "It's okay to finish baby" and he held back, "no, I want to go all the way" he huffed, Aonung stopping his movements. "Are you sure my love? Is it not tiring for your body now" he said gently. Neteyam rolled his eyes and crawled onto his lap so all their skin was touching. "I'm not satisfied by just the front. I want you, are you going to deny me?" he said in a low voice, hands feeling his chest and shoulders. Aonung gulped at his mate's boldness, and went to undress "I would never deny being with you" he said as Neteyam pulled his loincloth off and jumped up slightly so he could enter. They connected to form tsaheylu, earning dilated eyes and a deep breath in from both boys.

He held Neteyam steady as he put him inside, he slowly slid his hips down, wiggling slightly. Aonung grunted as he felt Neteyam's insides. Neteyam took charge, and started to move on top of him. He had never seen Neteyam like this before, so bold and direct, it made him want him more than ever. As he moved how he liked, Aonung felt a rush of pleasure from seeing his eyes roll back and from hearing his breathless moans. He looked needy which drove Aonung to the edge "you feel so good" Neteyam said. He pulled on his hips tightly when he said that, and brought Neteyam into a kiss. His mouth was hot and wet, as they collided. "I'm yours to use" Aonung said. Neteyam put his head on his shoulder, tired from the constant movements and slowing down. Aonung grabbed him and started to move for him, going faster- causing Neteyam to grunt in satisfaction. "I'm close Aonung, don't stop- please, keep going" He shuddered and came onto Aonung, Aonung finishing inside of him, letting go off a breath he didn't know he was holding. Neteyam's tail whipped around, excitedly. He looked at Aonung "Again?" Aonung smirked and placed him on his back, crawling into a more comfortable position. He kissed his big belly and made his way up to his neck- leaving a trail of love bites and licks.

It had been a few weeks and it was nearly time for Neteyam to give birth, he started to feel slow and tired, and was getting the baby kicking him in his sleep. Aonung talked to the baby through his belly, and said how excited he was to meet them. He was sad that Neteyam wouldn't be the first to see the child with him, but that was just how it worked with the surgery. He needed to be put under anaesthesia, and he would wake up shortly after and be sewn together again. Neteyam was insecure about how he would have a huge scar up his stomach. "It is proof of how strong you are, and the love you have for your new family. The scar is something to be proud of- it is a beautiful reminder. Plus you are never ugly" Aonung said when Neteyam said he would be ugly.

He visited norm to see the progress, Neytiri cried and his siblings and dad smiled brightly at the fully grown baby. Aonung watched it move around, mesmerised. Its little feet and hands curling up, he fell in love with the future. "When you start to feel cramping, that's when we know we are ready to take it out" Norm said to Neteyam "we will put everything in your pod, so it's ready for the day" Neytiri and Kiri planned to be there when he gave birth, along with Norm, Aonung and the tsahik, Ronal. Once the baby was born they would hand it over into their care, and wait for Neteyam to be strong enough to complete its first breath ceremony, and communion to eywa.

It had been a few days, and there wasn't any sign of cramping. Kiri had moved in to make sure there was always someone with him. Neteyam was wondering how long it would take, until it was the early morning and he was sleeping holding Aonung. He was exhausted from the previous day, so he had been bed ridden. Aonung slept silently by his side, Kiri by the fire. He woke up to an aching in his stomach, it started off small- like a bad feeling but then it built up. He grunted and Aonung woke up immediately "What's happening Neteyam, is it happening?" he said worried as Neteyam held himself. "Im cramping, im finally cramping" he smiled weakly, still very much in pain. Aonung held his hands in a frenzy, and Kiri awoke to the noise. She crawled over to him "My brother, It is time. I will go and get everyone" He breathed heavily as she left, starting to feel scared by the thought of the surgery- it was finally happening. Aonung held him as Neteyam squeezed tightly on his arm, groaning. "It's okay, I promise to be with you the whole time. I will make sure you are alright. It's okay, it's okay my love" he soothed and rubbed his hand. He started to cry softly, and hiccuped. Aonung furrowed his brows, ears going down.

Kiri, family and Norm arrived. They all waited, IV in, pain medication injected, ready with all the monitors on. He closed his eyes, breathed out and told them he was ready to be put under. Aonung gave him a kiss as they injected him again, his body going numb, eyes getting heavy. His heartbeat was steady, they opened his eyelids, flashing a torch. He was out. Norm sanitised his gloves and Neteyams skin, and slowly went in. Neytiri and Ronal cringed, averting their eyes, Kiri watching carefully. Aonung stayed by his side like he promised, no matter how gruesome and painful it looked. Jake and Loak waited with everyone outside, ready to be called in when it was over.