LIFE WE LIVE (DISCONTINUED)

Chapter 4

"Are you trying to memorize the phone number?" Adam asks as he hands Tim a glass of tea. "I swear you've been staring at that card for an hour. Do you want me to call him?"

"No, I'll call. But do you think we should tell someone first?" Tim says as he gives his brother-in-law an indecisive look. "I think Chance would believe us."

"Actually, what we've all witnessed in this house with Cher and Esther Rose? I think they would all believe us." Adam says as he sits down on the footstool next to Tim's chair.

"I just don't want them to think that I've driven myself crazy mourning after him." Tim sighs as he looks back down at the card. "Chance was left as Power Of Attorney, so I'll have to get his permission to buy anything."

"But you could still call Zak and explain to him what has been going on. Ask him for information on where to buy some of the equipment that they use at a bargain price." Adam smiles as he ends his statement.

"It'll have to be at a bargain price for Chance to be okay with it." Tim chuckles. He begins to dig around in the pocket of his wheelchair, looking for his phone.

"What are you looking for?" Adam asks.

"My phone. I thought it was in here." Tim answers as he begins to pull his supply of rubber gloves and sanitizing wipes from the pocket.

"I'm surprised you can find anything in there." Adam laughs. "But I think I saw your phone on your nightstand. I'll go look."

"Now that you mentioned it, I think that's where I left it." Tim chuckles as he puts everything back into the pocket.

"Is this what you're looking for?" Adam smiles as he comes out of Tim's room, holding up his phone.

Tim rolls his eyes as he snatches the phone from the blond's hand.

"Well, here goes nothing." Tim says as he begins to type in the phone number. He gives Adam a nervous glance as he puts the phone to his ear.

(phone conversation)

Z- Hello?
T- Uh, Hey, is this Zak?
Z- Yes, it is.
T- Zak, this Tim. Uh, Tim Rupp used to be Foust.
Z- Oh, hi, Tim. Listen, I'm so sorry to hear about Chris's passing.
T- How did you hear about Chris?"
Z- Peter called me and told me.
T- Peter? Peter Hollens? (Tim glances at Adam)
Z- Yeah, he told me he passed away in his sleep?
T- Yeah, they said he had a heart attack. He's kinda the reason I'm calling you.
Z- Sure, what do you need?
T- You know, you said, yourself, that Adam was what you called, sensitive.
Z- Yeah?
T- Well, he's been sensing something here and he thinks it's Chris. I, myself, think I've felt him touch me a couple of times.
Z- Wow, that's pretty amazing. But what do you need my help with?
T- I was wondering if you could help us find some equipment like you have so we can try to communicate with him. It can't be that expensive. All I have is what Chris left me. It can be used as long as it works.
Z- Sure, let me check around to see what I can find and I'll get back with you.
T- I would appreciate it very much. I just want to talk to him and hear his voice.
Z- I know you do, Tim. And I'll do my best to help in any way I can.
T- Thank you.
Z- You're welcome. Talk to you soon.

Tim sighs as he ends the call.

"He's going to see what he can find." Tim says with a smile.

"That's awesome." Adam grins.

"Yeah, you may need it to communicate with me after Chance kills me when he finds out what I'm doing." Tim chuckles.

Tim's phone suddenly rings, startling both men.

"Man, that was fast." Adam laughs.

"It's Chance." Tim chuckles as he sees the caller. 

(Phone conversation)

T- Hello
C- Hey, Cuz. Just checking on you guys to make sure you're okay.
T- Well, actually, someone broke in and kidnapped Adam. They set the house on fire and I barely escaped. I'm sitting here in our front yard naked."
C- Oh, so nothing unusual has happened? (laughs)
T- Nope, same ole boring day. (chuckles) How's Kelsey? Has she had the baby yet?
C- She's in the delivery room right now with Rob. Should be just any time.
T- How long will she have to stay?
C- She'll probably be able to come home tomorrow or the next day.
T- How long are you and Austin staying?
C- Just long enough to see Kelsey and the baby. Why? Do you need something?
T- Yeah, food. (chuckles)
A- WE'RE STARVING!! (yelling so Chance could hear him)
C- Okay! (laughs) We'll stop by somewhere and get us all something to eat. Avi should be home soon from work so we'll pick him up something too.
T- Okay. Bye. (hanging up abruptly)

Chance laughs as he looks at his phone.

"What's wrong?" Austin asks at his boyfriend's confused expression.

"Tim and Adam. They seemed awfully cheery for some reason. They must be up to something." Chance replies.

"That, I wouldn't doubt knowing those two." Austin chuckles.

"Tim sounded .... normal." Chance says as he slips his phone back into his pocket.

"Tim is never normal." Austin laughs, shaking his head.

"No, what I mean is, since Chris's death, I've not heard him laugh and he rarely talks anymore." Chance says. "He actually laughed just then. I really expected Adam to answer the phone."

"Well, you said before you left that he told you that you needed to hurry your ass up." Austin replies.

"Yeah, see? That's the old Tim shining through. The sassy talking smart-ass." Chance says with a chuckle.

"The Tim that we all know and love." Austin laughs.

"Exactly." Chance laughs.

"Excuse me. Are you two waiting for the Lundquist baby?" A nurse asks.

"Yes, we are." Chance says as he stands, pulling Austin up with him.

"Both mother and baby are doing fine." The nurse smiles. "They'll be moved to a room shortly."

"What did she have?" Austin asks.

"I think the father wants to announce that to you whenever he comes to." The nurse laughs at the men's shocked faces. "Just kidding. Father is doing fine too. But if you'll follow me I'll show you where to wash your hands and some hospital gowns to slip on."

"We have to get undressed?" Austin asks.

"No, Honey." Chance chuckles as he gently squeezes Austin hand. "It keeps us from spreading germs to the baby."

"Oh." Austin giggles as his face turns red.

Chance and Austin slipped hospital gowns on over their clothes then washed and sanitized their hands.

"I feel like Tim." Austin smiles as he rubs the sanitize over his hands.

"If you're ready you can follow me." The nurse says before leading them down the hall.

The nurse gently taps on the door before peeking in.

"You have visitors." She says with a smile before opening the door wider for Chance and Austin to enter.

A very exhausted looking Kelsey gives them a tired smile. Rob sat next to the bed holding the precious bundle in his arms.

"Lookie here, sweetheart. It's Uncle Chance and Uncle Austin." Rob says softly as he stands from the rocker. "Guy, meet Miss. Lydia Marie Lundquist."

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** Yeah, I know I'm a little late bringing Lydia in. LOL

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