Forever Almost

Epilogue

The hospital room was quiet, save for the rhythmic beeping of monitors and the soft whispers of nurses coming and going. Travis stood beside Taylor, holding her hand as she lay in bed, breathing through another contraction. Sweat clung to her brow, and though she was exhausted, there was a determined glint in her eyes. Travis stroked her hand gently, offering her a steady source of comfort as the moments between each contraction shortened.

"You're doing amazing, Tay," he whispered, kissing her forehead. "I'm right here, baby."

Taylor let out a shaky breath, her grip tightening on his hand as another contraction hit. "I can't believe they're almost here," she murmured, her voice strained but filled with anticipation. "Our babies, Trav."

Travis leaned in closer, brushing his thumb across her cheek. "You've got this. Just a little longer, and we'll meet them."

The doctor entered, giving them a reassuring smile. "It's time, Taylor. Are you ready?"

Taylor nodded, though her heart raced with both excitement and fear. This was it. After months of preparation, the moment they had been waiting for had finally arrived.

With Travis by her side, she bore down with each push, her determination unwavering despite the pain. Travis held her hand the entire time, whispering words of encouragement, his eyes shining with pride and love.

And then, after what felt like an eternity, the sound of a baby's first cry filled the room.

"It's a girl!" the doctor announced, holding up the tiny infant for both parents to see. Taylor's heart swelled as she caught her first glimpse of her daughter—small, pink, and perfect. Tears welled in her eyes, and she couldn't help but let out a soft sob as they placed the baby on her chest.

"Oh my God, Trav," Taylor whispered, her voice breaking. "She's beautiful."

Travis kissed her temple, his own eyes misting with emotion. "She's perfect, Tay. Just like you."

Before the moment could fully sink in, another wave of contractions hit, and Taylor knew it was time for the second baby. With renewed strength, she pushed again, and soon, the sound of another cry echoed through the room.

"It's a boy!" the doctor said with a smile.

Taylor and Travis exchanged a look, overwhelmed by the moment. They now had two perfect babies—a girl and a boy. The nurses quickly cleaned and swaddled the newborns, bringing them back to their parents.

Taylor held both babies in her arms, tears streaming down her face as she looked at their tiny faces. "What do you think of the names?" she asked, her heart racing with excitement.

They sat in peaceful silence for a moment, basking in the beauty of the life they had created together. Travis couldn't take his eyes off Taylor and the babies, his heart swelling with a love he had never known before.

"You're incredible," he whispered to Taylor, his voice thick with emotion. "I'm so proud of you."

Taylor smiled up at him, tired but happier than she had ever been. "We did it, Trav. They're here."

Weeks passed, and soon it was time for the naming ceremony, a special occasion to celebrate their children and announce their full names to family and friends. The house was filled with laughter and warmth as family gathered to celebrate the arrival of the newest Kelce family members. Donna, Jason, Kylie, and the girls had all come to join in the festivities, eager to meet the kids properly.

Jason beamed as he held the boy in his arms, his namesake. "He's got strong lungs, just like his uncle," he joked, rocking the baby gently as the kid let out a soft whimper.