Hulu was awakened by the buzzing doorbell, she was all alone in their Grimm mansion. Gab was back to the city taking Gold with him, she wanted to see the world. Their mother Maggy went to her parents, though she visits occasionally to see their father who is still locked up. Michael and Hulu had decided to hire the services of a mid-wife to tend to her as he continues to fend for the family.
Hello?? Who's home?? A voice kept calling while the doorbell kept buzzing.
I'm coming! Hulu responded as she hurried off to open the door, being careful not to slip. It must be the mid-wife, she thought. She wasn't expecting her that early, it was 10:00 am and Michael was still out for his morning run in the woods.
Hi. I'm Grea. Your mid-wife... The stranger said to Hulu as soon as the doors flung open, it looked like she was more excited to be there than Hulu can ever be. Her eyes and lips widened in a smile as she proceeded to give Hulu a hug, letting herself in.
My God, you look pale... How far gone are you? Hold on, let me guess, 6 months? Before Hulu could say a word, she cuts in. Never mind, I'm here now. Grea will work with her magic hands and this beautiful angel will come into this world peacefully She said as she touched Hulu's protruding stomach. Hulu didn't know exactly how to react to this stranger's attitude, but somehow she felt warm in Grea's company. Though she seemed chatty and will clearly have a problem with boundaries, she wouldn't mind having someone loud, the castle was too quiet with just her and Michael.
Ms. Grea, you are welcome to my home, please let me show you to your room. My husband went for a run, he will soon be home. Please make yourself comfortable Hulu said as she showed Grea to her room.
Hey Hun, you up early. Michael said and pecked Hulu. Now how is my boy doing this beautiful morning? He continued as he kissed her belly and hugged her.
I hope you won't be disappointed if it's a girl, Hulu said... The mid-wife is here, she's in the guest room.
I never knew they come early. Michael replied. What do you think? He asked.
Well, she obviously has problems with boundaries and a bit loud. But these walls need the voice, so I'm good. Hulu replied
Whatever you say, baby. I have some business in town today, I will be back late today so it's good you have company. A loud one, Michael said as he giggled.
I know right? Hulu replied as they prepared breakfast together.
Days turned to months and Grea lived peacefully with the family. She proved to be so helpful that she filled the motherly void in Hulu's heart. She gave Huu all the love a mother will give her daughter. The pregnancy was stressful but Grea made it easy.
She wasn't due until the next week but these past weeks have been a triangle of pains for her. It looked like the baby wanted to come out earlier, as Hulu was experiencing labor like pains. Don't be born yet Grea whispered as she stroked Hulu's belly, her eyes glowing blue and she flickered her tongue, which was split in two. It was quite unusual because her tongue was absolutely normal when she joined the family. But Hulu didn't see any of that because she was already falling deep asleep at the sound of Grea's sweet lullaby voice.
Michael was always gone most of the day to provide for the family, leaving Hulu and Grea at home by themselves. But that faithful day, he was home early, walking down the path to the mansion. He noticed two children playing, it was strange because the villagers never come down the road leading to the Grimm mansion out of fear of the ghost stories associated with the mansion over the years. So as he approached the children, he saw Grea meet them first, then a bird flew over his shoulder distracting him for a minute. But as he turned towards the direction of the children, he didn't see them anymore but found Grea standing there all alone. It was strange, it seems like they totally disappeared.
Grea? He startled her. She looked surprised to see him, she didn't expect him home. I saw some children just now, where did they go? He asked.
Oh, sir, they ran along, those children keep disturbing our peace. She replied, smiling cheek to cheek. You are home early, sir... She said
Something was not right, he only looked away for a second. How can they run away without seeing their backs or trail? Okay he answered her. Move along, I'll be in soon He said. As she walked away, he saw one of the children's shoes beneath the grass. He became convinced that something was wrong, but he decided to maintain his cool until he knew what he was dealing with.
On the other hand, Grea knew that her cover was blown, she knew that once a Grimm caught a scent, they never stop until blood is shed, and it is usually the blood of her kin. She escaped the Grimm massacre in her village 50 years ago, she swore to make them pay and she was so close...
To be continued