In a Downward Spiral (Book One)

Chapter Thirty One

Hey, guys. Sorry about the really late update I've been going through a lot lately. My dog just died and it's very heartbreaking. I just couldn't get my mind off it.

But I hadn't forgotten about you guys. I hope you enjoy this chapter.

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Natalia's POV

I walked into the hospital and found Brandon, sitting in the hallway. He looked completely drained. He was pale and had stubble on his chin. His hair was messy and he had tear stained bags underneath his eyes.

"Brandon," I called to him. "Are you okay?" I grabbed a hold of his hand in which he gently pulled away.

He began rubbing at his scarred left wrist as another tear slipped down his cheek, catching in his beard. "I-" he started. He dropped his gaze to the floor and wiped his eyes with his arm. He dropped his hand to his lap and began rubbing at his scar once more. "I can't believe she forgot me. I love her, Natalia. So much."

I knelt down and sighed. "Hey, it'll be okay, Brandon. I'll try to get her memory back. I promise."

He looked back at me with red, puffy eyes. "You will?" 

I nodded. "Yes."

A smile grew on his face. "Thank you." He looked at Parker, then at me  "So, how's my niece or nephew?"

Parker smiled. "Twins, Brandon."

Brandon's jaw dropped. "You're having twins?"

I smiled widely and nodded. "Yes."

"Natalia, is that you?" I heard Julie say from her hospital room.
Brandon gave me a weak smile and sighed. "She had been asking for you."

I grabbed his hand and gave it a slight squeeze. "I'll try."

Parker and I walked into Julie's hospital room, seeing my thin but beautiful best friend. A smile was plastered on her face when she saw us. She tried to sit up, but her legs were useless and took too much energy.

"Nat," she said happily. "Parker, I missed you guys."

I gave her a big smile and pulled her in for a hug. "We missed you too."

When I pulled away, she looked at my stomach and frowned. I tried my best to cover it with the sweatshirt I stole from Parker, but failed.

"Natalia, have you been gaining weight?" she asked.

Parker's jaw dropped. "Julie. How rude," he said playfully.

Julie let out a slight laugh and poked my belly. She squinted her eyes. "Wait... that's not fat, it's hard..." She poked it again and then looked at me with an excited open-mouthed smile and pointed at Parker accusingly. "You got her pregnant!"

Parker chuckled and crossed his arms. "Took you long enough. There's no way natalia could be fat."

I smiled at him and wrapped my arms around his torso. "Thanks, baby."

"Awe," Julie cooed. "That's so cute." When I removed my arms from Parker and sat down, she developed a serious expression. "Who's that guy out there?"

I bit my lip and looked at the floor. "My brother, Brandon."

Her eyes widened. "You have a brother?"

I nodded and sat down and sighed, playing with the bleach white hospital sheets. "Yeah.." I trailed off. "I have to tell-"

"Wait!" she said excitedly. She grabbed my left hand and examined it. "Did Parker propose?"

I nodded and smiled. "Yes."

"Awe!" she squealed. She pulled me in for a hug. "That's so cute!"

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"So, when do you want to have the wedding?" Parker asked me, gently running his hand over my stomach.

I smiled. "After we have our babies."

He kissed my neck. "I don't think I can wait that long, Future Mrs. Coleman."

I giggled. "Well, I guess I have an impatient fiancé, huh?"

He kissed under my ear. "Mhm," he hummed. "And I have a fucking lovely fiancée." He looked into my eyes and smiled. "I love you so much."

I gave him a smile in return. "I love you too."

He gently kissed my nose and set his head on my stomach. "I can't wait for these kids."

I breathed in deeply and sighed. "We need names."

He looked at me with his piercing blue eyes. "I want Alburn and Kaleb."

I smiled. "Those can be middle names. I want Trentin and Jacin."

He pursed his lips. "What if we have two girls? Or a boy and a girl?"

I sighed. "Irisa or Harley."

"I love those," he said softly. "But I would like Arian or Alix."

Parker smiled and rubbed my stomach, the heat of his breath warming me completely. "Trentin Alburn Coleman and Harley Alix Coleman. That would be for a boy and a girl."

I smiled softly. "Definitely."

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