#icysimsxo

❄️ at the hospital 🏥 ❄️

Liana had Romeo Lothario, her 5th son. But, couldn’t help wondering if having a baby and two toddlers would deter Don from wanting to be a family again.

She knew that there was no excuse for his past indiscretions but eternity was a long time and she was honestly willing to overlook one incident at the beginning of what would be “forever”.

But, even though she loved having kids and felt like the more the merrier, she wondered if Don still feels the same. Especially now that they have been divorced for a few weeks.

✨ meanwhile in San Myshuno ✨

Since Francisco and Nylah had decided to move to San Myshuno for a change of pace after the Lotharios’ divorce, it was easier for Victor to find time to spend with him when he wasn’t working.

They decided to head to a club to get away from prying eyes and vent. It was there that Francisco revealed that another reason they left was that Nylah got pregnant after cheating on him with Bjorn, and had a daughter that ended up being his.

Victor of course could relate, after Lily cheated with Don, she was pregnant as well. However, he knew immediately that it wasn’t his because he and Lily hadn’t made woohoo in awhile. Lily quickly terminated the pregnancy in order to keep the secret of her infidelity, but the pain of knowing it happened still hurt the same.

Francisco stopped venting for a moment, realizing that his dad had fallen silent.

Francisco: Dad?

Victor: I… I don’t know how to say this but there’s something… off with your mom.

Francisco: What do you mean, “off”?

Victor: She’s been leaving the house at night and staying out until almost sunrise. I hardly ever see her drink plasma packs anymore and she’s been more… manic than usual.

Francisco: I mean, Liana told us that she learned that our emotions are sometimes heightened. Is that what you mean?

Victor: That’s what she said after she had her little indiscretion, and I let it go until I found bloody dress shirts in the trash.

Francisco: Holy shit. So what are you thinking? Is she secretly doing crazy experiments at Cyber or running a drug cartel?

Trying to not to be obvious, Major headed upstairs to his room first and decided to wait for Elsa. He didn’t expect to see his brother making out with someone, let alone Ciara. Magnus was usually a lone wolf and wasn’t really into romance.

As Magnus and Ciara tumbled into the closet, Elsa came around the corner. Major couldn’t help but blush thinking that he might be having his first woohoo with his biggest crush.

Pulling her into his arms, he gently kissed her face and neck and eventually they were making out and trying to slide open the closet door.

Don: Hey! Boys, you up her…

Don, wondering where his sons disappeared to, went upstairs to check on them and awkwardly walked in on them.

Just as he was reeling from the invasion of privacy, he heard Liana cry out in pain downstairs. It was time to have their 8th child.

The two couples had heard Don enter and both silently hurried to get themselves together. When they were sure he had left, Ciara sneakily opened the closet door only to realize that it was Elsa coming out of the one next to her.

Both of the Lothario boys followed behind them with big grins across their faces.

Magnus and Ciara stood next to each other for a moment, in silence, basking in the afterglow of their 5 minutes in heaven.

As Major slid the door closed, Elsa gave him the cold shoulder.

Elsa: Was this your plan or something? The sons of the infamous Don Lothario trying to add notches to your belts?

Major: Whattt? No! Listen, that would be weird. My dad was a dog, it’s true. But, not me.

More people began showing up for the party.

Major took care of Sade while his parents flirt more and ignore their children. Major is good at parenting since he has so many younger siblings.

❄️ later that evening ❄️

Ciara always had a slight crush on Magnus but never pursued it because she was older and he was her best friend’s brother but now that he’s a young adult she views him differently.

She sat next to him and they caught up and chatted about old times. Meanwhile, Major was having small talk with Elsa.

One thing led to another and innocent conversation led to full on flirtation.

Magnus asked Ciara if she wanted to go somewhere more private and she eagerly said yes.

Magnus decided to make his own birthday cake this year. He decided on a honey cake.

He and Don had a private chat about getting older and responsibility.

Liana showed up for the party early with Sade, more than likely to see Don, as well as Shivani.

Don and Liana flirting like always.

Everyone always paints on this easel when they visit so the family started hanging the art they leave.

Sade is always looking for her mom.

She watches Liana all the time, I think she really is a mommy’s girl.

The grocer in Newcrest had become Liana’s happy place ever since she first went to stock up on supplies for the new baby. While looking around, she was pleasantly surprised to find out that they sold plasma packs as well.

Running into Don was the cherry on top. Fresh from practice and a little bit sweaty was her favorite look on him and she knew that he could feel the lust drawing her to him.

They weren’t on “dating” terms yet but the sexual tension grew every time they bumped into one another like this.

Don: I see I’m not the only one that knows about Newcrest’s best-kept secret.

Liana: I was actually just about to grab a couple of packs, if you want you could join me…

Don: Can’t right now, gorgeous.

*Don flashes his perfect teeth in a wide grin*

Don: I have to meet with someone right now, Dove, but maybe we could do dinner? You should come by the house tonight.

Liana: I might.

Don paid for her groceries and Liana left for home considering his dinner proposal.

Meanwhile, Don met with Victor at the manor.

When he received the text from him asking to catch up, Don didn’t know what to expect. He thought for sure that Victor despised him for sleeping with his wife.

After some idle chat, the true purpose of Victor’s visit became clear, stopping Lily before she goes too far.

(Major, Magnus, Don)

(Major has really taken a liking to painting as his preferred medium.)

The night came and went and Liana never showed. Working through his disappointment with the punching bag, Don wondered if he had come on too strong.

(Magnus has been cooking A LOT, just like his mama and older sister.)

Don left for work that day feeling different. He usually longed for Liana but the distance and brief encounters have made it unbearable in the best way possible.

❄️Winter in Newcrest❄️

Having a large family was always a part of the plan for Liana, and as she stood in her en suite, staring at the positive pregnancy test on the counter, she felt happy knowing that she was able to carry yet another life.

The idea of telling Don is what worried her the most but she decided to call him over that night and give him the news.

She approached him nervously, and he immediately swept her up into his arms and feverishly kissed her.

The chilly night air combined with the soft snow blanketing the town, and Don’s lips against hers, made Liana feel alive again and melted away any animosity she felt towards him.

Pulling away to come up for air, she invited him inside for a chat.

Liana: Don, look. We need to talk.

Don: I’m listening.

*Don steps closer to Liana*

Liana: I’m serious, D. Listen, I know you might not want to hear this but… I’m pregnant, again…

Don: That’s great!

Liana: Are you sure? I mean, not to rub things in your face, but you freaked out when I had Cash and cheated. Since we’re divorced I don’t really know what to expect from you anymore…

Don’s face softened and he looked Liana in her eyes.

Ever since they had found out about Antonio’s abilities, they’d been training themselves to keep their guard up. She knew that Don opened himself up in that moment, just for her.

"And that bring us up to now." Liana thought to herself.

Reminiscing on everything that had happened leading up to today, Liana was beginning to feel her age and was proud of how far she and her family had come.

And after spending time with Don the day before, she was still feeling all warm and tingly.

As they posed for the holiday photos it was painfully clear that the love was still there between them and that it'd be harder than she thought to just let go.

Don: I love you, you know that?

Liana: I love you more, D.

Don was doing a good job of giving Liana space even though she could tell he wanted to jump her bones again. She knew that if she did, they wouldn't be able to give each other the time they need to heal from what happened. She still felt the pain from his betrayal.

Don came upstairs from saying goodbye to the kids and called for her.

Don: Li'... I'm going now.

Liana: Oh... Oh okay.

*She hesitates.*

Liana: Come tell Sade that you'll see her later.

When he steps outside, Don is met by the cool air and the beautiful scenery. His wheels were turning, trying to figure out a grand gesture to win Liana back once and for all.

~ Later that day ~

Liana walked in on Daiki, the family's other loyal nanny, putting Cash to bed for a nap. She noticed that he was having back pain and worried about his health. She offered to turn him, remembering what she told Don. "I trust you, Daiki. If you want this, I'd be honored to turn you."

Maliyah has started to write poetry and song lyrics.

She also blogs from time to time about her family and her personal life. In her mind, the way things are going someone will have to write the memoir and add to the vampire lore and it might as well be her.

"I may not have immortality but I can have fame." She said smiling to herself and clacking away on the keyboard.

Don popped by Liana's house for the first time since Cash's birthday and had a deep conversation with Antonio. He knew how close he was to his mom and if anyone was going to give it to him straight it would be him.

Don: So what do you think? Was it just some drunk making out or do you think Li' and I can make it work?

Antonio: Dad, honestly she hasn't stopped thinking about you even if she doesn't talk about you. I can hear her thoughts...

Don: Oh... Does that mean?

Antonio: Yes Dad, I can hear yours too.

Antonio rolled his eyes and let out a loud laugh as he left the room to go find Maliyah.

Don: Um, so I just thought I'd come by for some training but I see you were heading to work?

Liana: Actually, I just got off. I have pretty odd hours sometimes, but yeah, training might be a good idea. Don't need you going soft on me.

They looked in each other's eyes for a moment before shyly looking away.

Don: Li', I can't take it anymore. I miss the hell outta ya!

Liana: Oh, Don...

*cue steamy music*

(Meanwhile, Clara popped by and Antonio let her in the house and while she was waiting to speak to Liana, she and Antonio started flirting?!?)