Three Months Later.

Claire struggled at first with the lock on her door, never quite getting use to dark street outside her new house that Grandma Petrelli bought her. She was thankful, but she was still getting use to the whole idea of things being handed to her on a plate. She squinted her eyes to see better as she made a mental note to get a outdoor light installed. She finally made her way into the house, after arguing with her keys, and kicked off her shoes, savouring the soft carpet that welcomed her. She took her jacket off and set her bag down, immediately locking up the door behind her, and made her way towards the living room.

It had been her first night out since becoming a mother. A girls night out with herself, Emma and Janice Parkman. Of course Peter had arranged it, stating it would be good for Claire to get a social life again. Part of her felt happy about being able to get out for a while, but most part almost missed the routine she had gotten familiar with over the past two years when it came to bed time. But still, she owed it to herself to have a stress free night and played catch up with the girls mainly about love life, and Janice pointed out men for Claire in the bar. But she just laughed it off, not interested in dating anyone. She wanted to be there for Ollie, as a full time mum, giving him her complete attention.

She smiled as she walked into the living room, where the TV was on, but no sound came out of it, and it was eerily quiet. Her smile quickly disappeared, and she made a dash for Ollie's bedroom. He was sound asleep and she smiled, walking over and placing a gentle kiss on his forehead. She would always live in the mini moments of fear when it came to her son's safety, but she just told herself she was being a good mother.

She made her way back to the living room again, finding Gabriel stretched out on the sofa, sound asleep. His long lanky legs hanging over the edge in what looked like a very uncomfortable position.

It had been Gabriel's first night alone with Ollie at Claire's house, having built up enough trust with him. She owed it to them to have quality father and son time, without anyone's interference. Her own Dad always seemed to be there when Ollie and Gabriel were together, which made Gabriel uncomfortable and sometimes he verged on a breaking point. But his son kept him calm, he wasn't going to let Noah Bennet get to him.

Claire had been very proud of Gabriel, and his ability to prove himself as a good father. Ollie was totally taken by him, and had an instant bond with his father. He would get excited when he appeared, which was becoming every day almost, and was sad when he left. Claire never wanted it to be a weekend Dad situation, so Gabriel pretty much got together with the both of them anytime he could, when he wasn't working alongside Peter as a paramedic.

Claire smiled down at him and crouched down giving him a gentle shake.

"Gabe," She said softly. "Wake up."

Gabriel groaned and stretched. "You know I hate getting called that." He said while cracking an eye open at her.

"And you know that's why I love calling you it." Claire replied which made him smile.

"Sorry, must have dosed off." Gabriel said, sitting up, allowing Claire to sit next to him.

"Don't worry, he can really tire you out." She said, tucking her feet under herself getting comfortable on the warm sofa. "How has he been?"

"Really good, ate all his dinner, went to bed without a problem, oh and he used the potty." Gabriel said.

"Are you serious?" Claire almost squealed. "He's never shown any interest in it before."

"Well I read in a book that we should go at his pace, and not to push it." Gabriel commented with a shrug.

Claire smiled at him. Years ago, she would have never pictured Gabriel reading books about child development.

"What?" Gabriel asked, confused with her expression.

"I just never thought you'd take this stuff so seriously." She admitted.

"I want what's best for him, I'm not going to fail as a father to him like mine did." Gabriel said, bringing up some memories.

"He loves you so much," Claire said to him. "You'll never fail as a father."

Gabriel said and smiled at Claire, and decided to change the subject as he felt tears well up. "How did your night go?"

"It was great, I really enjoyed myself." Claire said, "I have to admit, I miss going out into town, getting a few drinks while staying sober."

"Meet any guys?" Gabriel asked, before he could stop himself. He knew he shouldn't have, but curiosity got the better of him.

"Gabriel, come on," Claire said, leaning back into the couch. "You know I only wanted to go out to catch up with friends, you know I'm not looking for anyone."

"I know, I'm sorry." Gabriel said. "I shouldn't have asked, it was out of line." He mentally slapped himself. They had never brought up the subject of them, together. He couldn't deny that he felt something for her, he always would.

"It's ok, I just wanted to go out and have a bit of a social life for a change, without having Ollie with me," Claire said, feeling bad but she did deserve it.

"I wish I could have been here from the start, and you could have still had a social life." Gabriel said, hoping to make her feel better.

"If you had been here from the start, then maybe you would have been my social life." Claire said, looking over at him.

Gabriel looked at her a bit awkwardly, not knowing what she meant by that. So he shook it off and looked at his watch. "I guess I better get going." He said, completely avoiding the subject but Claire wasn't for letting him go so easily.

"You ever think it could work for us?" She asked.

Gabriel shifted a bit, and looked into her eyes. "I would like to think we would have a shot." Gabriel said, in an almost whisper, going silently suddenly as they both started at their feet. They were going to have this conversation, that had long been avoided over the past three months. With Gabriel being around a lot making a bond with Ollie, Claire had become attached to him. But recently, it had not just been an attachment as a friend, or her child's father, but it became more of an attraction. One that she could no longer stop, no matter how much she tried.

"That morning after," He started again after a moments silence, both knowing what morning they were talking about, three years ago. "I asked you if I had a reason to stay, you said no. That wasn't the truth was it?"

"No, I wanted to be the reason for you stay." Claire said. "But I didn't want to hold you back. At the time, it was for companionship, but now.."

"Claire, I would have stayed for you." Gabriel interrupted. "And I know it sounds wrong, but ever since I kissed you that time, I slowly began to have feelings for you. Peter didn't send me that night, I kept an eye on you because I was scared that something would happen to you. It wasn't the first night I followed you, I'm sorry."

Claire smiled at his honesty. "I was glad you were there to save me, my hero." Claire said, which stifled a laugh out of both of them.

Then Gabriel took the opportunity to lean forward, and kissed her gently, thinking it was now or never. "I love you Claire Bennet." And he knew she wouldn't be able to respond, not yet anyway. So he settled on kissing her again, at a slow pace, letting them explore each other this time.

They lay in Claire's bed a few hours later, after decideding they would both need some sleep. Claire didn't wanted him to leave, and enjoyed his company. They talked, they kissed, and slept, but never slept long as they kissed each other awake. They talked about everything, childhoods, teenage years, family, friends, and Ollie. But now they were silent as they both watching the sunrise come up, together. Claire snuggled closer to the warmth of his body.

"So, where do we go from here?" Gabriel asked. "You know what your Dad is going to think, he still doesn't like the idea of me being Ollie's Dad."

"Well, he's just going to have to get use to it. There's no changing it." Claire said, holding his hand, and hearing his steady heart beat strong. Gabriel smiled at her, and placed a gentle kiss to her temple.

They both heard some noises from next door, and soft thud then followed by little thuds towards Claire's bedroom. "Here he comes." Claire said and the door opened and Ollie peeked his head through.

"Morning!" Ollie said loudly, then his eyes set on Gabriel and he squealed. "Daddy!" He shouted and ran over to the bed, climbing up and snuggled in beside both his parents, giving Gabriel a cuddle.

Claire smiled at the scene before her, picturing it for a while now. "This will be your morning wake up call from now on," Claire said, waiting for a reaction.

"From now on?" He asked and looking at her. "Are you asking me to move in?"

"Why not?" Claire said to him. "I know you're looking for your own place, must be a bit cramped with both Peter and Emma."

"What?" Gabriel asked a little stunned, not even expecting Claire to ask that.

"It would be nice, being a family. Plus, you are a good cook aren't you?" Claire asked, running her fingers through Ollie's hair.

Gabriel smiled and lay his head on the pillow. "I'll go make some waffles right now for breakfast."

"That would be great." Claire replied. "Is that a yes?"

"Yes, it's a yes." He said with a laugh, leaning over to kiss Claire, which Ollie laughed at. Gabriel got up, taking Ollie with him.

"Come on little man, you can help!" He said, putting Ollie on his shoulders. "You're good with numbers." Gabriel walked out the room, ducking to avoid Ollie hitting his head on the door which he laughed at, shouting "again". And at that moment, Claire knew she had everything she ever wanted.

The End

Well guys, that's it! Had to make it a happy ending! Hope everyone likes the end, and reviews are still appreciated!

Hopefully onto another story next, I seem to like to write stories involving with Claire or Gabriel being a parent, but something else might crop up. Who knows.

Thanks to everyone who has reviewed! It kept me going.