Something Special

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As sore as they both were the next day, that first night broke a dam. The two were almost like teenagers, having sex constantly. Nick wasn't trying to test her boundaries yet, simply showing her pleasure she deserved to experience. It seemed as if she were now determined to make up for lost time, too. She had even taken to wandering around sometimes in nothing more than a longish shirt that hid very little when she moved. On his side, Nick didn't need much encouragement.

It was almost a week later when Nick realized that Selene was not on birth control. While it caused him a moment of panic, it didn't take long to get her into an obgyn to address it. He felt like an ass for not realizing it, but while he stood next to her while the doctor examined her, he could see her belly full and rounded. The idea turned him on quite a bit more than he would have thought possible. Right then and there, he knew beyond a doubt that Selene was it. Not once in his life before had the idea of a woman pregnant by him had caused anything but fear.

After having taken her history, including the sexual abuse, the doctor had Selene put on a gown and lay on the dreaded table. Selene had asked Nick to stay with her, so he helped her and folded her clothes up and placing them on a chair. Soon, the examination was underway.

"You have a lot of scar tissue," the doctor commented. "It's probably a good idea for you to take birth control and stay on it. When you're ready to have a child, we'll need to do additional examinations," she told them, looking at Selene.

Selene squeezed Nick's hand and nodded once.

The doctor gave her an empathic smile. "Don't worry, though, everything else looks fine. I'll give you a call when the results come back. I'll send a script over to whatever pharmacy you want. Do you have any questions," she asked after carefully covering Selene and stepping back.

"Is there anything we need to worry about with the scar tissue," Nick asked, helping Selene to sit back up.

"Honestly, it shouldn't be a problem for most things. The issue is that it may prevent her vaginal walls stretch appropriately to give birth. It's fairly extensive, so it could pose a risk. That is really my only concern at this point."

"So, I can't have kids?"

The doctor shook her head. "You probably can just fine. You just might need to plan for a cesearian section is all. So, it will probably be something you'll want to plan ahead for so we can ensure things go as smoothly as possible. I can start scheduling you for the tests now, if you'd like to ease your mind," she suggested.

Selene looked at Nick, then chewed her lip in thought. "Well, I'm not planning on it soon, but I think I'd like to know if there's something wrong now."

"I'll start the referrals, then," the doctor said, making a couple of notes on the computer. "I'll send the prescription over right after you leave, so it should be available sometime today."

After they'd left the office and gotten into the car, Nick looked at Selene to see a worried expression on her face. "Talk to me, sweetheart. What's on your mind?"

"What if I can't have kids, Nick?" She looked at him, eyes watery.

Nick reached over and brushed the side of her facr. "I want you no matter what, Selene. Kids or no kids. Besides, there are always other options if we decide we want any. There are surrogates, adoption... and to me, I'd rather have you without kids than without you and have kids. You are what's most important to me."

"Are you sure? I mean, you might change your..."

"No, Selene. I've never really been concerned with it. I will admit I'd love to have kids with you someday. However, if it's not in the cards, then that's just the way it is. As long as I have ou, then I am happy," he reassured her firmly.

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Selene smiled slightly, reaching up to lay her hand over his. "You are really amazing," she told him. "You really never stop surprising me with how kind and compassionate you've been with me."

"You deserve to be happy and loved," he explained. "I feel fortunate to have you in my life. You've taught me so much."

"I have?"

"Yes, you have. I have never wanted anything as much as I want you and want you to have a good life," he revealed. "I am a flawed man, but you've given me a sense of purpose."

"What purpose is that?"

"To protect you. To help you heal. Eventually, to hopefully marry you."

Selene's eyes lowered. "Why are you so sure you want that?"

Nick sighed and glanced out the windshield. "I've never felt the powerful emotions you give me with anyone before," he began before he looked ack at her. "I am falling head over heels and I already have lost the ability to ee a future without you in it."

Selene turned her head and kissed his palm. "You make me feel hope and alive. I can't tell you how much that means to me."

After that, they went out to lunch, then Selene was off to work. She didn't have to, but he wouldn't interfere in her freedom to do what she chose. Besides, Paul had come to depend on her quite a bit. She'd become his go-to for taking over when he had something come up. Angie was happier with his reduced hours and getting more time with her husband. Selene was also thoroughly enjoying her new role, giving her a sense of accomplishment she badly needed.

Meanwhile, Nick was making the final arrangements for their trip. They'd be flying up with Rachel and Tom's sub, Gail, and her two little dogs. It wasn't a huge plane, but roomy enough to accommodate around 15 people. He hadn't needed anything super big or fancy and tried to avoid using it unless he needed to. Usually, it was for conferences or meetings where he needed several staff members to attend with him. This was one of the rare times he was using it for personal reasons.

While Selene was still at work, Nick headed out for a shopping trip. He had some things he needed to buy, plus he wanted to look for one more thing for Selene. Something that would last a very long time and be a reminder of both her first real Christmas and how strongly he felt for her. He wasn't completely sure what it would be, but he figured he would at least get some ideas. Plus, he needed condoms. The pills wouldn't start working fully for about a month, they'd been told. Their relationship was too new to risk it and there was too much else going on.

Nick was looking at items in the window of an antiques store when a man approached him. He looked Middle Eastern, with black hair, dark eyes, and deep brown skin.

"Mr. Saber. I am Ahmed al-Sham. I've been assigned to your case," he said by way of introduction, extending his right hand.

Nick noted his accent was not terribly strong, but enough to know the man was not originally from the US. He was muscular without looking over built, and a little over average height. Nick shook his hand, noting the firm, but not crushing grip.

"It's a pleasure. Please, call me Nick I'd been told someone had eyes on her, but that he would e sending a specialist of some sort. May I ask what kind of specialist you are," he inquired curiously, assessing the man.

The man's lips twitched. "I have been involved in rescuing women from human traffickers. They took my sister. After I saved her, it became my mission in life."

Nick nodded slowly in approval. "Very good. I suppose tjat's why you were sent, then."

Ahmed nodded. "I was briefed about your girlfriend's situation. I thought it would be best to approach you first so that you can introduce me to her."

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