Disclaimer: Abby, Carter and rest of ER tribe are not mine, never will be yadda yadda yadda

Title: May

Chapter: 6 - More In Love With You

A/N: Ok ok, I know, I am a bad bad person for not updating in what, like forever? I could sit here and blame in on being in the States for 2 and a half months, or moving to university and away from home, and starting what possibly is the hardest, most boring course there is in the history of degrees! Or that I spent way too much time galavanting off around the country seeing my fave band Lifehouse on not one, not two, not three but FOUR occasions and spending even longer riding out the withdrawal symptoms of not seeing the nicest possible guys in the whole wide world for another year or more!

But no, there really is no excuse for my lazy ass behaviour so I will just apologize and say I hope you will all still read, enjoy and of course review. Otherwise I will presume you have all neglected me and so will never update again. Oh how mean I am. But seriously, I will try my up-most hardest to give you an update sometime within the next 2 weeks, because I am going to give you a treat...an Into The Woods chapter will also follow this one in the next day or so. OK so thank you for riding out my insistent babble aaaand...enjoy.

Credits: Title to the story is taken from the wonderful Lifehouse song . The titles to each chapter will reflect lyrics from that song.

Summary: Carby. A lengthy story following the due course of a pregnancy and happiness that follows.

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God damn it!

Carter's head shot upright off the pillow it had been rested on, and his eyes bulged open. The smashing of glass and the shouts from the kitchen awoke him from his slumber immediately. Before even checking the clock besides him, his feet automatically swung off the side of the bed and onto the floor as he walked as fast as his tired mind could carry him to the source of the noise. He appeared in the kitchen seconds later to encounter a flustered looking Abby, surrounded by broken glass and holding a tissue to her noise. Carter squinted his eyes, trying to get a grasp of his surroundings through blackened vision as he made his way towards her.

What the hell happened? He asked through a croaked whispered voice, rubbing the bridge of his nose.

Abby continued to tilt her head upwards, eyes reverted towards the ceiling rather than at him. I got a nose bleed. Her voice coming out rather muted due to the obstruction of the wad of tissue covering her nose and mouth.

Carter asked with a confused expression, as he made his way towards her attempting to side step the broken glass.

John, stay back you'll...



...cut yourself. She concluded defeated.

Carter lifted his foot up momentarily and winced when he saw the gushing blood. However, he placed it back down and limped over towards Abby.

Go see to your foot. She demanded, as he made his way towards her.

No, I'm ok. I'm worried about you. He revealed, looking up from his concentrated, eyeing the remaining pieces of glass that scattered the floor to meet her eyes.

Abby could not help my smile to herself at his concern. As he stood in front of her, she closed her eyes as his hands touched her face, lifting the tissue from her hands and tilting her head up towards the ceiling to examine her bleeding nose. He leant in closely, before dabbing her nostrils a couple more times.

I think it's stopped now. He concluded, smiling warmly at her as his thumb grazed her cheek briefly.

Abby lifted her fingers to her nose, confirming the flow of blood had stopped.

You know what it's from right? Carter asked, tilting his head downwards and peering at Abby through raised eyebrows as he nodded his head slightly.

Yes John I know. She rolled her eyes playfully. Oestrogen levels swelling nasal membranes. They laughed as they spoke in unison.

Carter stepped forwards again, rubbing Abby's tiny bump that had appeared a week or so ago. It was barley obvious to the naked eye, but through a tight shirt or under the hand, it was quite apparent that Abby was now pregnant.

This little one looks to be quite a scientist. Carter smiled up at Abby.

She smiled, placing her hand on top of his as they rubbed her belly under the vest she was wearing. I'm sorry I woke you. She apologised with a half smile.

It's ok. I was awake anyway.



Caught me.

Carter's hand moved from atop her stomach to behind her back, pulling her gently to him closing the gap between their bodies. The other gently rubbed up and down her side.

You feeling ok now? He whispered into her neck, as he kissed it softly, brushing her hair away so her could have better access.

Abby groaned slightly as his lips caressed her skin. Uh, yeah kinda feeling better now. She laughed softly. Her hands crept around his back, finally resting on his shoulders as she pulled him to her tightly, craving the feel of his warm body against hers. After a few long moments of pleasure she pulled back slightly, noticing the pool of red forming on the tiles.

Carter looked down at her puzzled, a little worried. What is it?

Your foot, you're bleeding everywhere.

Carter let out a slight breathy sigh as he leaned into her embrace again, mouth resting on her shoulder. Leave it.

Abby pulled back completely this time, however much it pained her to do so. John no. It could get infected. Besides, what pleasure are you going to get with a huge big ass piece of glass wedged into your foot huh? Abby placed her hands on her hips for effect.

OK fine, but only if you do it. He pleaded to her with a puppy dog glare.

Abby replied by smacking him on the arm. You're pathetic, you know that? Now sit. She ordered, pointing to the chair at the table in front of them. As he obeyed her command, she walked over to the sink, dampening a tissue and retrieving antiseptic lotion from the bathroom. As she returned she observed him occupying himself by playing with a lone elastic band that lay on the table.

God, you really went for it this time didn't you?

Carter looked up at her confused, as she knelt on the floor besides him.

That's one hell of a cut you have. She rectified.

Well, I guess that calls for some special treatment from my private nurse here. He winked, but she was oblivious to his expressions as she concentrated hard on removing the glass.

OW! Careful!



Well can you BLAME me? You're lethal!

Soon enough, Abby held up the huge piece of glass, disposing of it in the bin behind her.

Happy now are we? She asked mockingly.

Carter leant across from his seat and planted a lingering kiss on her lips. The kiss started out as a slow peck, but once both confirmed they craved more, bodies rose from the seats and lips entwined. Abby's hands gripped Carter's face, pulling his down to her and deepening the kiss. Carter's hands managed to tangle themselves within her hair, massaging her skull as the kiss deepened. Every now and then, lips parted so the other could catch their breath for a brief second, but the kiss continued, portraying the growing wants and needs of them both. Several long and sultry minutes later, they parted, gasping for much needed oxygen. Carter's hands moved to rest on Abby's hips, thumbs tracing small circles against her cotton vest. Neither spoke for quite some time, but breathed heavily, eyeing one another with intense desire, lust and pure unadulterated love. Eyes were wide with anticipation, lips curved in ever so slight smiles, hidden under layers of integrity.

You wanna go back to bed? Abby asked hurriedly.

Yeah, lets go. Carter retorted, before grabbing her hand and practically pulling her with him.

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Carter continued to limp around the ER for the duration of his shift. He had tried to cover it to avoid the annoying questions fired at him by probing colleagues, but on many occasions he had been unsuccessful.

I won't even ask what you and Abby have been getting up to in the bedroom. Jerry retorted from his position behind the desk later that day.

Carter looked up momentarily from his clipboard, eyes somewhat conveying his bored and un-amused expression. He didn't even bother retorting to the comment, instead choosing to walk, or rather stumble, away from Jerry.

Jerry's eyes widened as he focused downwards. Well something obviously bit his ass this morning.

Carter walked into the lounge, after observing the almost clean board and empty chairs, and smiled slightly as he was faced with the sight of his pregnant girlfriend, back turned, head in her locker, munching hungrily on a chocolate eclair. Carter chuckled silently to himself as he leaned against the door frame of the door, simply observing. This was a side of Abby he rarely saw and he was going to enjoy taunting her about it as much as possible in the future. After a few more seconds he coughed slightly, bringing to her attention that he was in the room. As soon as she turned around, cream smeared around her mouth, a guilty and embarrassed expression plastered across her face, Carter pursed his lips slightly whilst moving his hand to cover the smirk that plastered his face.

He muttered behind his hand.

Abby hastily wiped her free hand across her mouth, before stashing the remainder of the eclair back into her locker, then slamming the door shut. She leaned against it, as if locking the evidence away before Carter could see any more.

You weren't meant to see that. She scolded.

Mmm, I m quite aware of that. It is a site no one should be made to see. He laughed once again before pushing away from the door and making his way towards her.

It's not my fault! The cravings have just started to set in and unfortunately I can't seem to stay away from the most sugar crammed, fat infested foods so prepare for 500 pound, balloon looking Abby to make her appearance any day now.

Carter looked at her under raised eyebrows. Now come on, self pity is even less attractive.

Her frown returned, and as soon as he was close enough, she punched him lightly on the arm. You could at least console me! She stated, raising her voice slightly before turning her head to the side.

Seconds later she felt gentle fingers tilting her chin upwards to meet the most beautiful pair of smiling brown eyes she had ever seen. The smile in them soon faded to a more serious and passionate glare. No words were spoken as a hand laid gently on her small bump before his scent engulfed her and soft lips covered her own in the softest, most tender kiss she had ever experienced. His lips moved over hers like a blanket of soft silk, sucking softly on her bottom lip, tongue only slightly exploring, leaving her wanting and craving more.

He was the first to pull away, admiring her face that was etched with a look of pure ecstasy and need. Slowly, he watched her open her eyes, mouth opening and closing every now and then as if she could not get the words out. His hand moved from her stomach to either side of her waist as if holding her in place in case she might fall. Not bothering to wait for an analysis, Carter leant in close to her ear, lips barely grazing the soft lobe.

You had a little cream left on your lips. He whispered, before pulling away and watching her expression change from pure lust to mock frustration.

I can't believe you John Carter! She explained, a slight smile playing across her lips as she unhooked his arms from around her and pushed him back slightly.

Carter laughed as he watched her reaction. Her smile mixed with her frown always made him melt inside. Suddenly, however, her expression changed to one of worry, confusion, shock. This, plus the fact that she now clutched her stomach, made Carter scream inside.

Abby?? Abby what's wrong?! He pleaded with his eyes. If something was wrong with the baby, if something had...no. No he was not going to think like that.

Abby looked up to meet his eyes. He saw no panic now, no fear just...she was smiling, tears formed in her eyes as her whole face lit up. No words were spoken, she immediately grabbed Carter's hand, never breaking eye contact, and placed it over her bump. She watched as Carter's expression immediately turned from one of sickening worry to pure love and bliss. His face softened as his child kicked against it's mother's stomach, the movement vibrating through to reach it's father's awaiting hands. The love felt in that room at that moment could have killed a fire, it was so strong and so overwhelming. Everything now seemed real. The baby, their love for one another multiplied by a hundred, a million, the realistic nature of their impending status as parents, a family, a unit, complete, whole.

Carter opened his mouth to speak but words did not come out. There were no words that could describe the feeling felt at this moment in time. He suddenly felt the warmth of Abby's hand as it lay upon his. Her fingers linked through his as the vibrations continued to radiate though both entwined hands. Abby eventually resulted to placing her head upon Carter's shoulder, closing her eyes as she held both people who made up her whole world as close as she could keep them. This was what completion felt like.



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