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Family Reunion And The Einhorn Legacy
Featuring Unicorn Kitten Princess, Céline Anneliese, Geneviève (Gen), Kathryn (Kate) and Ace.
News of the baby’s premature birth travelled fast, soon reaching the Einhorn family and its Matriarch, Céline. Céline Anneliese Einhorn raced to the hospital, flanked by her other two daughters Geneviève and Kathryn. The trio barrelled through the doors of the hospital, rushing to the Maternity Ward.
“Where is my daughter?” Mrs. Einhorn demanded and was promptly directed to Lois’ room. Kathryn who was known as Kate, was the Miami Police Lieutenant’s twin. Seeing her twin sister in the bed, pale from blood loss and the birth nearly brought her to her knees. The baby had been released from the NICU but would be put right back in if any problems arose. Kate, flanked by Gen and their mother approached the hospital bed. Her voice caught in her throat as she got choked up. “Lo....” She said but was overcome with emotion. Truth be told the eldest Einhorn sister and the youngest had been terrified when they found out about the premature birth of the baby and their sister’s near death. Kate had suspected something was wrong. After all, Lois was her twin, the elder of the two. Lois was a lot better but it was obvious she was recovering after only four days. The preemie was in her bassinet. Everyone around her always washed their hands and sanitized. Everything was very sanitary considering her immune system. “Mom?” The young Lieutenant queried, sitting up slowly in the bed with a wince. “You’re here.... and Gen and Kate.” She said softly. “Of course I am, darling. We came as soon as we could.” Céline crooned soothingly. “We’re here now and we will help out in whatever way we can.” She told Lois. “I’m so proud of you.” The Einhorn Matriarch really was proud of everything her daughters had overcome. She was thankful Lois had been safely returned to the family and was eternally grateful to Ace for saving her daughter. “Thank you....” Lois said softly with a slight wince as she moved. Having stitches made things difficult. Kate placed a hand on her twin’s shoulder comfortingly. “Easy.... take it easy.” She told her. ”Kate’s right, Lo. Do things slowly.” Geneviève said worriedly, concern flashing across her features Ace was by his girlfriend’s side, keeping a watchful eye on Lois and the baby. Lieutenant Einhorn sat up slowly with assistance, every movement felt like a knife stabbing her abdomen. Biting back a scream, she exhaled slowly. With the stitches in certain places, movement was already slow and painful. There was a sudden ringing in her ears and the voices of her loved ones started seeming far away as her vision blurred and everything went black. When Lois came to, the first sensation she felt was Ace’s strong arms around her. As everything came into focus, she was met with the worried faces of her mother, sisters and Ace. A nurse was in the room to make sure everything was okay. “You gave us all a fright. Don’t scare us like that, Lois Amélie.” Her mother exclaimed half worriedly and half scolding, stroking her daughter’s forehead and face. “Where...where is my baby?” Lois asked and paused. Did that croaking sound come from her? She struggled and tried to sit up. “Slowly....Get your bearings first.” Céline murmured. After a moment, she helped her middle child into a sitting position. “May I please see my daughter?” The Lieutenant asked again. The nurse moved to Lois Kathryn’s bassinet and picked the preemie up. She handed the swaddled baby to the young new mother and stepped back, excusing herself as she left after making sure everything was okay. “Hi there, Kitten... It’s Mommy.” Einhorn cooed, pausing as the baby’s eyes opened slightly. “Are you looking at Mom? Your Daddy’s here too. And your Grandmaman and Aunties..” She queried, pressing a kiss to the baby’s tiny forehead. The Einhorn legacy had come full circle.
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