Hellbound MC - When Broken Hearts Collide

90. Alexis

3 Months Later

I lay nervously on the bed, flinching as the sonographer squirted the familiar cool jelly onto my stomach.

We'd been through the routine a few times, but today was extra special. Today we got to find out if our little bean was a boy or girl.

Dom sat to my side, holding my hand looking anxious as anything.

Pregnancy was no fucking joke. That pregnancy glow, that beautiful feeling you're meant to have? It's all a lie I swear. If I had any sort of glow it was most likely from the constant sweat sheen from feeling like shit, being riddled with morning sickness at all hours of the fucking day, and being uncomfortable all the damn time. It's safe to say I had not been having a great time thus far.

I watched the tiny little screen as the familiar little shape appeared. Dom had been so angry the first few scans, totally unable to see anything on the screen. It even took me a while to be able to make out the little parts the lady was talking about as she clicked and scanned each one. But it was getting easier.

"Alright team, are we wanting to find out the sex?" the overly chirpy woman asked.

I looked nervously at Dom, who was grinning like a bloody school boy. He squeezed my hand, nodding over enthusiastically at the woman.

"Alright then" she said, moving the wand around on my belly.

Dom leaned forward on his seat, eyes glued to the screen infront of us as though he was going to be able to tell for himself.

The suspense was killing me, and I wanted to punch the happy-go-lucky woman, humming away as she moved the wand around looking for what she needed without a care in the world.

"Well team..." she started after what felt like forever. "These things are never 100% as im sure you know, but I'm pretty confident after checking baby out. Congratulations guys, you're having a girl."

I felt my jaw drop. A little girl. We were having a precious little girl. I glanced at Dom just in time to catch him wipe away the lone tear that had escaped his eye and was making its way down his cheek. His eyes shone with a look of pure joy as he smiled at me, rubbing the small section of my belly that wasn't covered in gloop.

"Hello baby girl, daddy's here" he spoke softly to my stomach and my heart melted all over again.

The sonographer clicked off a few more images before printing us out a bunch, passing me some tissue to clean myself up and leaving us to it.

I felt like I was in a daze. I was going to be a mommy to a tiny innocent little girl. It felt so overwhelming. Was I even capable of guiding a tiny human in this twisted, crazy world?

As if sensing my fears, Dom wrapped his arms around me, nuzzling his head into my neck as I sat on the edge of the bed.

The ride home was silent, both of us lost in our own thoughts.

Thinking back, I couldn't believe how much my life had changed the past year. I wouldn't change a single thing.
"Your going to be an amazing mama to our little girl babe" he whispered into my ear, melting away all my fears with his simple reassurance. Somehow with him by my side I felt like I could do anything.

"And your going be a great daddy" I whispered back, and his eyes shone with pure love.

I looked up, only just realizing that we weren't at the clubhouse at all, but a small boutique looking baby supplies store.

"Figured you'd wanna buy our little lady a few outfits now we finally know the sex" Dom said, once again reading my mind.

"Sounds good" I replied nervously. So far I'd held off buying anything, using the gender as an excuse, but really, I'd been scared shitless to get my hopes up after what happened last time. But my midwife was more than happy with how everything was tracking, and now I really had no excuse.

Dom made his way around to my side of the car, opening the door and offering me his hand as usual. I greatfully took it, and we made our way  into the cute little store.

I was instantly overwhelmed the moment we entered. Shelves upon shelves, racks upon racks of every baby accessory known to man. My grip on Dom's hand tightened, and as I looked up at him his amused face made me irrationally angry. Damn pregnancy hormones.

"Chill babe, it's just a bit of shopping. We don't have to get everything today, just have a look around, see if anything catches your eye."

He kissed my temple, and I immediately calmed. The effect he had on me would never cease to amaze me.

Taking a deep breath, I let go of his hand and wandered further into the shop, sifting through racks here and there. So much pink frilly shit. I'd all but given up hope of finding anything even remotely to my taste when I spotted a small rack of more neutral bodysuits. Sauntering over, I skimmed lazily through the suits, all with some kind of print or slogan on them, when suddenly a light pink one caught my eye. 'Mommy and Daddies Little Hellraiser.' It was perfect.

Grabbing it from the rack and making my way over to the counter where Dom was making awkward small talk with the cashier, I stopped when I heard hushed voices coming from behind a large stand of baby capsules.

"Put it back woman, we can't afford a fucking thing in here. Don't know why we wasted the fuel coming here in the first fucking place." The man was clearly pissed.

"I'm sorry Billy" came the almost silent reply of a female voice, and I couldn't help but be nosy.

Peering around the corner of the stand, I almost fell over in shock. There stood a heavily pregnant Charlie, tears welling in her eyes as she grasped a small blue onesie firmly in her hands.

"It's just he's not far away now babe, and we don't have much for him. I'm really starting to worry..." she trailed off as the tears began to fall, and although I hated everything that had happened between us, my heart still broke for her.

"Yeah, well I didn't fucking ask to get laid off did I Charlie. But I suppose everything's my fucking fault as usual" the man spat back at her, clenching his fists.

"Your right, this was a bad idea. Let's just go home" Charlie said half heartedly, hanging the suit back on the rack.

I couldn't watch anymore. Hurrying to the counter, I shoved the bodysuit at the lady before grabbing a gift card from the small display and putting it with my purchase. Dom looked at me super confused, and I mouthed I'd explain later before turning my attention back to the saleswoman.

"Can you please load up $200 onto the card and give it to the couple in the store as soon as we leave?" I asked her hurriedly, and she nodded, although looking rather confused herself.

Grabbing the bodysuit and Dom's hand I all but dragged him from the store and out to the car.

"What the..." he started, but I shushed him, eyes glued to the happenings inside of the store.

I watched as the saleswoman rounded the counter and followed Charlie and her partner as they made their way to the front door. Suddenly they both stopped, turning to face the woman who handed them the gift card.

Charlie's jaw dropped, and she hugged the lady, who was quick to point in my direction. As Charlie slowly turned and our eyes locked, I could see the shock on her face. I gave her a small smile, before opening the car door and getting in.

"Well... wasn't expecting that" Dom said after driving in silence for a while.

"Mmm" I murmured in response, still replaying what had just gone down in my head. It felt like a weight had been lifted, like I'd finally made peace with the situation concerning the woman I once called my best friend.

We'd just pulled into the clubhouse when my phone sounded in my bag. I pulled it out, smiling when I read the message.

📨 Charlie
I don't even know how to begin this message but you have no idea how much today meant to me. We needed that money more than you'll ever know, and you're the last person I expected it to come from. I'm so sorry for the shitty things I said, I hope you can forgive me one day. Wishing you all the best, and regretting how bad I fucked up xx

Smiling, I put the phone back in my bag, not bothering to reply. Maybe one day I'd try and rekindle some sort of friendship, but right now my priority was my the club, my man, and the beautiful little girl growing inside my belly.