The Geek's Guide to Parenthood

Mr. and Mr. Alex and Demetri Volturi

Okay, so here it is. The sequel for A Nerd Story of Love. I don't own any of this. The only thing I do own is the plot to the story and a very cool 'Geekward' mug. I'm planning on keeping the story lighthearted as can be, but there will be angsty moments. I will post warnings in the author's notes at the beginning of the chapters for fair warning.

Thanks for everyone who's faved, reviewed or read my story. I love writing SGB and Nerdella and I'm so happy that you all love them too.

Also, thank you for everyone who gave me funny baby stories. I needed some inspiration for the interaction with Kyra and her parents. A special thank you to Isabelle Masen for her help with research about appropriate baby 'movements' and milestones. Another special thanks to 'Starbucks.' He doesn't know that I'm sending him a shoutout because he's not a part of the fandom, BUT he saved my files on my now defunct computer. You rock, dude!

Chapter Twelve: Mr. and Mr. Alex and Demetri Volturi

BPOV

Alex danced to the reception area while we walked to the check in desk. Demetri was standing, talking to his father. There was a look of concern on Demetri's face and Marcus was attempting to comfort him.

"Hey guys," Edward said as he put Kyra's carrier on the ground. "Is everything okay?" Marcus hugged Edward and me. Demetri clung to me a bit too long and he appeared to be almost defeated. "Something's wrong. Tell me, please?"

"We were getting ready to drive up here when I got a phone call from my brokerage firm. This economy has been brutal and it's hitting us hard. I was let go by my boss," Demetri said with a frown.

"That's horseshit," Edward spat. "How long have you been working for them?"

"Since I graduated from college," Demetri explained. "I was a finance major and did my internship with their firm. Now, after nearly nine years of working there, I'm done."

Edward pursed his lips and arched his brow. "Give me a minute, Dem," he said as he handed the carrier to Ricky. Edward whipped out his cell phone. He stepped away and I faintly heard him hissing to Jasper.

"Other than the work drama, are you excited about marrying Alex?" I asked as I rubbed my hand along his muscled arm.

"I am. I just wish that I was more into it," Demetri frowned. "I love Alex. With all of my heart and I want to spend the rest of my life with him. But, I feel like a leech now. Mooching off of him because I'm fucking unemployed."

"You can work for me," Marcus said.

"Papa, I am not cut out for what you and your brothers do. You all have these shrewd business minds and that's not me. I can be shrewd when pushed, but I'm too nice," Demetri mumbled dejectedly. "I mean, Pop, you're nice too. But when you get involved in a business deal, you're a complete prick."

"I know," Marcus said, wrinkling his nose. "But, the offer is still there, Demetri."

"Thanks, Papa," Demetri said with a sad smile.

"Hey, brother," Edward said as he ran toward Demetri. "Let's get a drink. I saw a bar in the town outside of this place. Is that okay, Bella?"

"That's fine, Edward," I smiled. "Can you carry the suitcases to the cottage, though?"

"Sure, gorgeous," Edward said with his crooked grin.

EPOV

I dropped off our suitcases to the cottage and dragged Demetri to this little bar I saw in town. It wasn't fancy or anything, but it will serve its purpose. Jasper was going to meet us there as soon as he got in from Chicago. When I called him, he said that he was about a half hour away from the vineyard. Demetri and I drove to the bar. We ordered some greasy bar food and waited for Jasper.