Home (Sciles AU)

Chapter 11

Lydia POV

I can't help but smile at the sight in front of me. It's so cute to see Claudia with Scott. She must really trust him, because only Stiles can get her to fall asleep. Although, apparently Scott can help her fall asleep now, which I think is really sweet. I bet Scott didn't know that about Claudia, only falling asleep when Stiles is around. Well, until Scott came along anyway. I love how he is holding onto her protectively as he continues to gaze down at Stiles, looking like he never wants to leave his side. They really do look like a small family, always trying to protect and care about each other. I can see why Stiles might like him. I'm pretty sure he has a bit of a crush on Scott, even though he will deny it and carry the secret to the grave. Perhaps Stiles doesn't even know if he likes Scott himself yet. Or perhaps he is lying to himself about it? Either way, nothing gets past Lydia Martin. I might not have seen Scott in a very long time, but it's great to see that he is still caring and has a big heart. He's probably even more caring now, since he has a child of his own. Speaking of which, I feel someone tugging on my arm. I look down to see Scott's son, Jason, looking at me with his wide blue eyes.

"What's going on? Why is Stiles in that bed with those things in his arms? Is he okay?" The small boy asks in a scared voice, feeling lost and confused. "Yes, he's fine, honey. Those things are just to check on his health, to make sure that he stays fine while he rests." Lydia answers, running a hand through the six-year-old's hair. Being here in this room with Scott, Jason and Claudia reminds me of how much I want my own kids. Jordan and I haven't really discussed having our own children and starting our own family yet, even though I have already been a surrogate for Stiles. I decide that we will need to have that conversation soon.

"Will Stiles wake up soon? My dad looks very sad because Stiles is still asleep. I don't like seeing him sad." Jason asks me innocently and my heart breaks for him. I squeeze his shoulder comfortingly and smile reassuringly at him. "Yes, Jason. I'm sure Stiles will wake up very soon. Everything will be okay. I promise." I tell the young boy in a confident voice. I'm surprised Scott hasn't looked over at Jason or I yet. He doesn't even appear to be listening. I think he's too focused on Stiles. I smile again at the thought of how worried and protective Scott is. Jason nods in understanding, looking a little more hopeful. He turns around and watches his father curiously, but he still stands close to me. I gaze over at Scott too and I notice the look in his eyes as he gazes down at Stiles, even from here. I chuckle quietly to myself and shake my head in amusement. I can see what's happening here. And, to be honest, I think that they would be perfect for each other. They could make each other's lives whole again. Even if they both try and deny this possibility as well as their own feelings, I will still think that they both need each other.

Stiles POV

Pain is the first thing I feel, but it is nowhere near as bad as it was when James was hitting me. I can tell that I'm in some sort of bed and that I'm connected up to things, which makes me a little worried about where I am. Slowly, I open my eyes and I'm almost blinded by the lights above me, causing me to wince. When my eyes adjust and my headache stops, I look around in confusion and take notice of my surroundings and immediately realize that I'm in a hospital, Lydia sitting in the corner of the room with... Jason? I then notice that Scott is sitting right beside me, with Claudia sleeping in his arms. He has a very relieved look on his face when he sees that I'm awake though. I'm very confused now. What are Scott and Jason doing here? How did Scott get Claudia to fall asleep in his arms? How the hell did I even get to the hospital?

"Hey," I croak out in a weak voice.

"Hey." Scott replies with a warm smile. From the corner of my eye, I can see Lydia get up and walk over to the bed with a very relieved and happy look on her face. "Thank god you're okay, Stiles. I was so worried about you. We were all so worried about you." She says as she leans down and kisses me lightly on the cheek. I smile at my friend as she pulls away from me.