Nick and Charlie 6 years into the future

bringing lily and oakley home

Nicks pov:

As we stepped through the threshold of our home, the weight of responsibility settled upon my shoulders like a heavy cloak.

Charlie and I exchanged a nervous glance, both of us acutely aware that our lives were forever changed with the arrival of our babies, Lily and Oakley.

The car ride back from the hospital had been a mix of excitement and anxiety, with Lily and Oakley nestled securely in her car seat between us.

Charlie's hand was tight around mine, his eyes reflecting the same mixture of emotions swirling within me.

Now, as we entered our humble abode, I couldn't help but feel a surge of fear. Would we be good parents? Could we provide everything Lily and Oakley needed?

Charlie's voice broke through my thoughts, bringing me back to the present.

"There finally home, Nick. Our little babies," he said, his voice filled with awe and tenderness.

I managed a weak smile, my heart swelling with love for both Charlie and Lily and Oakley.

"Yeah, there finally here," I replied, my voice barely above a whisper.

Me and charlie agreed that I'll be going by Daddy and Dad, and charlie would be Papa, and I'm so teaching them French

We made our way to the nursery, the room we had spent countless hours preparing for Lily's and Oakley's arrival.

The soft pastel colours and plush toys seemed to welcome us, offering a sense of comfort amidst the chaos of our emotions.

Charlie gently placed Lily in her cot and then Oakley in his, his movements careful and deliberate. I watched as he adjusted the blankets around them, his eyes never leaving their tiny forms.

"There perfect," Charlie murmured, his voice filled with wonder.

I nodded in agreement, unable to tear my gaze away from our daughter. Lily's and Oakley's tiny chests rose and fell with each breath, a reminder of the miracle that now resided within our home.

As the evening turned into night, Charlie and I settled into a routine of feeding and changing Lilys and oakleys diapers. It was exhausting work, but the sight of their tiny faces made every moment worth it.

And then came the night feedings.

Charlie had always been a heavy sleeper, so it was decided that I would be the one to get up with Lily and oakley during the night. I didn't mind; in fact, I welcomed the opportunity to bond with my daughter and son in the quiet hours of the night.

The first night was the hardest. Lily's cries pierced the silence of our home, sending a jolt of panic through my veins. I stumbled out of bed, my limbs heavy with exhaustion, and made my way to her nursery.

As I scooped Lily into my arms, her cries softened into whimpers. I held her close, rocking her gently back and forth as I whispered soothing words into her ear.

"It's okay, daddy's here," I whisper softly, kissing her head gently

In those quiet moments, with Lily cradled in my arms, I realized that I was capable of more than I ever thought possible.

Despite the sleepless nights and endless diaper changes, the love I felt for my daughter and son only grew stronger with each passing day.

And as the sun rose on a new day, casting its warm light upon our little family, I knew that we were embarking on the greatest adventure of our lives.

Parenthood was a journey filled with challenges and uncertainties, but with Charlie by my side and Lily and oakley in our arms, I was ready to face whatever came our way.

Charlies pov:

The days blurred into nights as Nick and I settled into our new roles as dads. Every moment was a whirlwind of joy and exhaustion as we navigated the uncharted waters of parenthood.

During the day, Nick and I took turns caring for the twins, each of us learning the ins and outs of diaper changes and soothing techniques.

It was a steep learning curve, but we tackled it together, supporting each other every step of the way.

Nick was a natural at soothing Lily and Oakley when they cried, his gentle touch and soothing voice never failing to calm them down. I, on the other hand, struggled with the constant sleep deprivation, my mind foggy from the lack of rest.

But despite the challenges, there were moments of pure bliss. Like the first time Lily and Oakley smiled up at me, their tiny lips curving into a toothless grin. Or the way Lily's eyes would light up whenever Nick entered the room, as if she knew he was her other dad, she's definitely a daddy's girl.

And through it all, our love for Lily and oakley only grew stronger. They were the centre of our universe, the light that guided us through the darkest of nights.

But amidst the joy and laughter, there were moments of doubt. Moments when I questioned whether I was doing enough for the twins, whether I was worthy of being her father.

Nick must have sensed my insecurities because he was always there to reassure me, his arms wrapping around me in a comforting embrace. "You're doing great, Charlie," he would say, his voice filled with love and encouragement.

And slowly, but surely, I began to believe him. I may not have all the answers, but I had love. And in the end, isn't that all a child really needs?

As I watched Lily and oakley drift off to sleep in their cot, there tiny chests rising and falling in rhythm with their breaths, I knew that I was exactly where I was meant to be. With Nick by my side and Lily and Oakley in our arms, we were a family. And nothing else mattered.

A/N:
I know some of these chapters are short, but you all can survive, I hope, but I definitely didn't cry while writing this they are so cute 😭