The Same Last Name

A/N Hehehehehehehe...I'm so evil, aren't I? Cold showers and no bedroom privileges:( Oh well, another time jump for ya. Tired of them yet? Anyway, this will be the last chapter for this story. I"ve had a bit of writers block trying to get two more chapters out. Finally, I decided I would wind it up in this one. Thank you so much to all my loyal readers! All of your reviews made me smile and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for embracing this story. Enjoy!

Chapter 24

"Hey, Catherine? Where's my tie?" Vincent yelled from their bedroom. Moments later, Catherine walked in, holding 2 year old Tommy. 7 year old Izzy trailed behind her. All three were dressed in formal attire. Izzy's features were a dead ringer for Catherine's.

Catherine walked over to the dresser, and opened the top drawer. With a smirk on her face, she presented Vincent his tie. Vincent rolled his eyes and took it from her profused hand. He quickly tied it and grabbed his shoes from beside the bed.

"Vincent, we can't be late. Tess will kill us," Catherine told him.

"I know, I know. Not my fault you hid the damn thing on me," Vincent said. Izzy caught the swear word.

"Daddy, you gotta put money in the swear jar. You said a naughty word," she told him.

Catherine chuckled as Vincent withdrew his wallet and pulled out a $5 dollar bill. He handed it to Izzy. She gave him a quizzical look.

"But, Daddy...it only costs a dollar."

"I'm planning ahead," Vincent muttered, as Catherine started laughing outright. Vincent glared at her before pulling Tommy from her arms. He looked her up and down, and gave a low wolf whistle. "Well, well, well Mrs Keller! You are looking mighty gorgeous tonight. Sure it isn't our wedding day?"

Catherine mock curtsied as Izzy clapped her hands. "Why, thank you Dr Keller! I was trying for simple elegance without stepping on the bride's toes."

Vincent pulled her close, kissing her soundly. Pulling back, he said, "You definitely succeeded."

10 year old Mikey stepped into the room. He was already as tall as Catherine, and looked exactly like Vincent. "Are we going soon? I'm starving!"

"Yes, son. We are leaving right now," Vincent replied. He took Catherine's hand, who took Izzy's hand. The group made their way out to the car. After everyone was strapped in, they pulled out of the driveway and headed toward the church.

Once they got there, Catherine left the children with Vincent, and headed toward the bridal room. She knocked and then heard, "That better not be you, Joseph Bishop!"

Catherine laughed, and stuck her head inside. "Nope, just me!"

Tess saw her and squealed,"Catherine!" Tess picked up the bottom of her dress and raced toward Catherine, hauling her into the room. Catherine nearly got whiplash. Tess pulled her in for a huge bear hug. "I'm so glad you made it! I didn't know if you would."

Catherine returned the hug, and smiled widely. "Of course we came! Are you kidding me? You are part of the reason that Vincent and I got back together. If not for you, I would have let him leave and I'd be a miserable, old bitch by now."

"Well, I have you two to thank for Joe and I getting a second chance as well. If we hadn't all gone on that vacation together, he and I would never have realized that we really did want to be together."

"I just can't believe it took him 10 years to propose though," Catherine said, giggling. Tess looked affronted.

"Not everyone moves at the speed of light, like you two," Tess huffed, a smile creeping onto her face. The two women stared at each other, and burst into manic laughter. When they could finally breath again, Tess said,"But seriously, I really am so glad to see you. We don't get to see each other as much anymore. You and Vincent keep popping little Keller's out. Makes it hard to have a "Girl's Night Out."

"Well, he and I decided that 3 was plenty, so we can plan that night out any time you want."

Tess blushed, and Catherine eyeballed her. Then, her eyes widened. "Tess?" she asked, looking at her belly.

"Well, we may need to put it off for a few months longer," Tess said, a smile on her face, as she rubbed her belly. Catherine gasped out, "You're pregnant?"

"Yep. Just found out last week. Joe doesn't know yet, so please don't tell him. I wanna surprise him with the news tonight."

Catherine laughed, remembering her own wedding night. She could still see the look of awe on Vincent's face when she told him about the baby. "I won't. It'll be our little secret."

Tess hugged her again. "Thank you!"

Catherine decided to tease her a little more. "Joe must have some slow sperm. It took 10 years for fertilization," she said, giggling. Tess glared at her.

"Just because Vincent is a "one shot wonder," doesn't mean everyone is. Some of us actually can have sex without getting pregnant every time," she retorted.

"If I got pregnant every time, we would be populating half of New York City by now!" Catherine said, the battle lines drawn.

Tess rose to the challenge. "You mean you aren't now?"

Catherine blushed. "Nope, 3 is the limit."

Tess scoffed. "Doubt that. You two are freaking rabbits. I guarantee you got at least 5 more in there," she said, pointing at Catherine's stomach.

Catherine blushed again. Looking down at the floor, she said softly, "Well, at least 1 more anyway." There was dead silence for a few seconds, and then...

"EEEEEEEECCCCCCKKKKKKKK! I KNEW IT! I FREAKING KNEW IT!" Tess crowed. Catherine shushed her.

"Quiet! I don't know for sure yet. I'm only a few days late."

"Catherine Keller, you have been pregnant 4 times. Seriously, if you can't tell by now, you have some issues."

"Okay! Yes, I'm pregnant, again. I just... we agreed we were done at 3."

"Looks like it's gonna be 4."

"I haven't said anything to Vincent yet. I'm scared," Catherine admitted. Tess raised a brow.

"That man worships the ground you walk on. Finding out you are carrying #4 isn't gonna change that."

"I know..."

"You've been awfully quiet, sweetheart. What's the matter?" Vincent murmured to Catherine. They were currently at the reception, sitting by themselves. The two older kids were dancing with Tommy on the dance floor. Catherine smiled at her offspring.

"How would you feel if I said I wanted another one?" she asked, gesturing toward their children. Vincent raised an eyebrow.

"I thought we agreed that 3 was the limit? Have you changed your mind?"

"Well, not intentionally..." Catherine hedged.

Vincent gave her a mystified look, before her words really registered. He pulled her bodily into his lap. His big hand covered her stomach. He gave her a questioning look. At her small nod, he kissed her soundly.

Placing his forehead against hers, he whispered, "I think another one would be perfect."

8 months later, Tessa Jean Keller was added to the family. She was a perfect mix of Vincent and Catherine.

For the rest of their lives, Vincent and Catherine enjoyed their children and eventual grandchildren. And both thanked God for the second chance that they were given.

Their second chance at love...

A/N Well, there it is! I hope everyone liked it and don't forget to hit that review button one more time!:) Until next time...