Chapter 11:

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A/N: I know, I know, I just uploaded, lol. I wanted to get this chapter to you all because my weekend is gonna be crazy! So here you all go, enjoy. I love you guys!

~CasuallyMe


!~* Antonio's POV *~!

"Everyone, come down stairs!" I yelled through the castle. It's been about a week since the shooting, and the proposal, and I'm feeling better than ever.

"You ready babe?" Tiana asked and kissed my neck. I shivered a bit, and frowned because she knows what that does to me. She laughed and took my big hand in her petite one.

In about 5 minutes, everyone was down stairs and staring at Tiana and I with blank expressions, expecting something.

"Hey guys, we called you down here to tell you all that..." I started.

"We're getting married!" Tiana exclaimed and everyone started cheering. Mom came over to her and kissed her cheek. She whispered something in Tiana's ear that made her laugh really hard. I shrugged it off, and smiled at the pair.

"It's about time Tony settled down, and I'm glad it was you," Uncle Charlie said and kissed her cheek also. Everyone said their congratulations, and we still stood there. We had one more announcement.

"We have something else too," Tiana said. Everyone looked confused.

"We found our father. Remember Mr. Warren, our friend and his girlfriend that came here a couple months ago?" I said. Everyone shook their heads.

"Well, turns out his dad is you all's father as well. We still don't know where all of you guys' mothers are though. There's like 14 of them. And we're trying hard to find everyone's mommy. You don't have to move back with them, but we would like for you all to at least know who they are," Tiana finished.

"Well, no matter what, you're my mommy," Aiden said and hugged Tiana's legs. She picked him up and kissed his cheek.

"Yes; that is right, Aiden. I will always be your mommy," Tiana said and hugged him really tight. Everyone said "Awhh" collectively. She set him down and everyone left the room leaving just us two.

Today Tiana and I had a photo shoot, along with an interview. I don't know what people's infactuation with our relationship is, but it's kinda nice being in the spot light. Everyone calls me "The Mystery Man."

We arrived at the photo shoot and met our stylist. Her name is Britney, and she got us dressed. The first thing I had on was a tailored white Men's Italy suit with a black vest, and a black bow tie. They also made me put on a fedora. -_- although Tiana tried to convince me that it was cute. But really?! A fedora?! Tiana wore a mint green dress with beige polka dots, and a beige belt running through the middle. She had on a pair of nude Louboutin heels also.

"You look stunning babe," I whispered between a shot.

"So you do you. And your cute little fedora," she giggled and I looked a little mad at her. The photographer took this picture, and said it was his favorite. I have to admit, that one was pretty good. There was another one where Tiana was showing off her engagement ring, while I looked stressed. That one was the best one in my opinion because it's somewhat true.

Next was the interview. (R = Reporter. T = Tiana. A= Antonio)

R: So where did you all meet?

T: We were childhood best friends, but Ant moved here when we were 13

A: Yeah, and I moved back to New York about 6 months ago, looking for her because I still love her.

T: He found me, and it went from there.

R: How cute. So "Ant" as Tiana calls you. What do you do?

I tensed up, but had to answer the question. Technically, I still had my "lawyer" job in the US as a cover up.

A: I'm a lawyer. I co-own a firm back in New York.

R: Oh! Well I guess you really are a mystery man, not too much in the spot light huh? Tiana, how do you keep the public eye from knowing too much about you two?

T: We've done many interviews, but we have a normal relationship like everyone else who is in love. But we're just a tad bit different.

R: You guys are in love?

A: Yes, I love her with all my heart and my soul. She's my baby girl, and I wouldn't dare let anything happen to her.

I smiled and quickly kissed Tiana.

R: How cute! So I hear you two are engaged? What is that about?

T: Well, we are. We're thinking maybe a spring wedding next year. Or maybe a fall wedding later this year.

A: Even though I'd rather have one in the fall, it's whatever she wants to do. She deserves it, she's my queen.

R: I hear that! Antonio, are you royal or famous?

I tensed again. My nonna (my grandmother) used to be a princess before Italy got independence. That's why we have the castle.

A: Uhh, my nonna was an Italian princess.

R: How nice! So Tiana, Oprah wants to an interview with you on OWN. Are you going to accept?

T: Yes! I would love to! Antonio and I will be in the States in August, next month. I have to co-host on Kelly And Michael in New York, but I would love to do an interview with the grand lady herself! She's been a great roll model for me.

R: Well, that's all I have. We from O Magazine wish the best, and congratulations to the happy couple! Maybe we'll see a little one in the future?

We both laughed nervously. Now that Garibaldi's gone, maybe?

R: I'll send Oprah the message, and again congratulations!

After about 10 more pictures, Tiana and I left. I had fun coming to work with my baby, since the last time was interrupted by Garibaldi. The reporter said some things that got the thinking. Tiana and I both want children, but is now the time to do it? And maybe we should wait until spring for the wedding. What if we decide to call it off? I love her, a lot more than anyone could imagine. But is she as ready for commitment as I am?



*~! Tiana's POV !~*




Antonio and I decided to go out for ice cream to just talk.

"What do you want babe?" He asked as we stood at the counter.

"Uhh... Can I have chocolate cookie dough? Topped with chocolate syrup?" I asked a bit shy. I haven't had ice cream in a while, until last week with Aiden, due to me trying to stay fit incase we had to take Garibaldi at any time. Antonio chuckled and ordered for us. After we collected our ice cream, and sat at a booth.

"So what'd you wanna talk about?" Antonio asked me and grasped my hand from the other side of the table.

"I was just thinking... You know how Garibaldi is dead now. And it'll probably be a couple of months until we have another case. Maybe we could get married in the fall, like 3 months from now, instead of waiting?" I said looking up at Antonio hopefully. He smiled really big.

"Yeah babe! I told you, whatever you want. And the sooner I can call you my wife, the better," he responded kissing my cheek. I smiled at him.

"And maybe we could..." I trailed off.

"Maybe we could what?" His ears perked up like a dog.

"I was just thinking maybe we could have a baby? You know, after the wedding. Maybe we could try for one?" I said again looking up hopefully.

"REALLY?!" He yelled. I jumped, shocked by his expression.

"Babe, calm down. Hahaha! But yes, really. I think I'm ready now, but I wanna wait until your birthday passes, and the wedding and then try for one? What do you think?" I asked.

"I think that'll be great baby! I really want to have one of my own after being around the kids at the castle. I really wanna bring our own little creation into this world. But I was kinda scared to ask you," he said coming around the table to sit next to me.

"Why were you scared?" I asked.

"Well, you're a model. And a gorgeous one at that. I didn't wanna slow down your work, and have your body be invaded," he said kissing my forehead.

"But ya know, I'm not a skinny model; I'm a realist model. The ones that look like everyday women. I mean, my butt and chest isn't exactly the smallest thing. In fact, I think they're the reason you're marrying me," I joked. I knew that wasn't the reason. "But for real babe. You know my body. I think it'll be fine. I would love to carry your child," I said and kissed his cheek.

"That's awesome babe. But... How do you think Aiden will cope with sharing his beloved 'mommy?" Antonio asked.

"Are you jealous?" I said said and giggled.

"Well... Kinda babe! Aiden was my best friend. And now he's all obsessed with you. But I still think I have a special place in his heart. He'll appreciate me when he gets older, and I teach him about girls," he responded. I shot him a death glare, but I soon joined in with his laughter too.

"No, but really. I think he'll be fine. I think he'll be helpful too," I answered.

"So.... since we aren't trying until 3 months from now, we have to get some practice in," he whispered down my neck. I shuddered with pleasure.

"Then why are we still here?" I flirted back. He, of course, smirked and basically yanked me out of the ice cream shop.



When we were finished... Well ya know... Sofia wanted to talk to Antonio. He left out, and I went to find the twins. They've been better friends than the older people here except Alonso and Momma P and Uncle Charlie.

"Hey girls," I said walking into their room.

"Hi T!" They said as I sat on their bed.

"Where's Antonio?" Kylie asked.

"Uhh, he's talking to Sofia I think," I shrugged and answered.

"Ugghh..." Kendal replied.

"You two don't like her?" I questioned.

"I don't even think she's our real cousin. She is really mean and rude," Kylie responded.

"Yeah... Now you see why I talk to you guys? I don't really like the older kids except Alonso. He's pretty cool," I shrugged again. They agreed and continued.

"In all honesty, you know she works for the CIA, right?" Kendal asked. I nodded. "Well, I think she's a fake. I really do. Some things just don't add up about her," she said shaking her head and sitting in a computer chair.

"Like what?" I asked leaning up.

"She just waltzed in here about 2 years ago, and claimed she was our cousin. Our uncle Benny died about 3 years ago, and she said she was his daughter. But he didn't tell anyone because she was a drunken mistake," Kylie explained.

"Okay... Why doesn't that add up?" I asked.

"1, because uncle Benny stopped drinking 26 years ago," Kendal answered.

"Maybe he had a relapse?"

"Impossible. His wife tested him every 12 hours. Yes, that bitch was crazy, but it kept him from drinking. And now all the sudden, he has a 21 year old daughter at the time? I don't think so," Kylie said flopping in a love seat.

"Have you pointed that out to Antonio?" I asked. This was just weird.

"Yeah. You know him, he has a big heart. Mom believes us too, but Antonio won't let her kick her out," Kendal said.

"Oh..." I trailed off. I drifted to sleep on Ky's (as I call Kylie) bed.


!~* Antonio's POV *~!





"So... What you're telling me is that you don't want me to marry Tiana?! That's the stupidest bull shit I have ever heard," I yelled at Sofia. We were outside by the same garden I proposed to Tiana in.

"I'm just saying consider your options. I mean, Antonio, you're not ugly. You can find someone better than her," she tried to reason.

"Okay. I guess you're right..." I trailed off.

"Really?"

"Fuck no! Look, I'm perfectly happy with her. She's my everything. And why would I take her away from this family?! They love her almost as much as I do!" I yelled.

"Whatever Antonio. I thought we were closer than this," she scoffed. I tilted her chin up.

"We are. But I am not losing Tiana for you, or for anybody else. I refuse to be miserable again. I love her too much," I said and walked away. I need to talk to the girls and Tiana.

I went right to the twins' room knowing Tiana would be in there. The only older kid she likes in this house is Alonso. Sofia is kind of like her frenemy, and I don't like that. Tiana is always nice, until Sofia makes a smart comment; then shit gets real. As for Marianna, well she's hardly ever here.

"Can I intrude on this girl pow-wow?" I asked knocking on their door.

"Sure, we were just talking about Sofie," Kendal replied as I took a seat next to Tiana, and kissed her. She sat up from her mini nap and kissed back.

"Yeah... I just came from talking to her. I seriously think it's time we swab her for DNA. She's getting out of control," I said holding my hands up in surrender.

"What'd she say?" Tiana questioned.

"She wanted me to call off the engagement. I snapped on her. I can't honestly believe she would do something like ask me that. I told her I would never leave you, and I meant every word I said to her babe," I responded, leaning my forehead against hers. She sighed and backed up. I furrowed my eyebrows, and the twins did the same thing. Why is she being distant?

"Look guys, I know we all share the same dislike for her, but I don't want to come in and ruin this family. Maybe I just need a break from the castle, and visit sometimes," she said standing and about to leave.

"You're not ruining us! If anything, we've gotten better. We all haven't liked Sofia ever since she came here. Except for lover boy here," Kylie said.

"Yeah babe, we'll be fine. She needs to go. I can't have her talking to you like that. It pisses me off more than anything," I said taking her hand in mine.

"Mommy! You can't leave! We like you! Well, they like you. But me and daddy, we love you!" Aiden said coming into the room. I picked him up and ruffled his hair. I can't wait to have my own son to play around with, but Aiden is just as good.

"She's not going anywhere buddy," I assured and smiled at her. She slowly replied with a dimpled grin. "Wait... When did you start calling me daddy?" I questioned.

"Well, I figured since she's my mommy, and you're marrying her, you have to be my daddy, right?" He said. I chuckled because 'figured' is a big word for a 4 year old. Aiden is so smart. He's gonna be that 'special' one out of the family. He's practically a genius already.

"You're right Aiden. I'll stay here. But I don't want you guys to kick her out unless the test comes back negative, okay?" Tiana whispered so Aiden couldn't hear. "I'm tired, I'm gonna take a nap. Thanks girls, love y'all," she said kissing the girls and Aiden's cheeks and leaving.

"What'd you do to make mommy tired?" Aiden inquired.

"We uhh- had a little play time in our room earlier," I said and chuckled nervously.

"Without me?! My feelings are truly hurt daddy..." He trailed off.

"Haha, I don't think you woulda like this play time... It was kinda- rough," I explained.

"Oh daddy I like it rough!" He exclaimed.

"Good son, that'll come in handy when you get older," I said and chuckled.

The girls thought it was hilarious, and fell out laughing. I love my family. And more importantly, I love that Tiana is going to add someone to this family.


A/N: Yaaay! Chapter 11 is completed! I wrote this a while back, and it took me forever to get it right. Do you think Sofia's test will be positive or negative? Please comment, and check out No More Secrets! It's on my page. Thank you guys for reading, love y'all!

~CasuallyMe

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