The Z-1 Ranch

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As Ted set there consoling Joey telling him that everything would work out for the best. Howard never needs to meet his biological father unless he really wanted to, he would be protected at all cost. It's the least he could do for little brother. Ted's phone started to ring and he recognized the ring.

Everybody quiet it's Nana calling. Everyone was totally silent as Ted answered the phone.

Afternoon Nana, how is everything going with you and Poppy.

It's going well your Poppy is fine and so am I, please do an old woman's heart good. Tell me that you might have found out something about our Joey? Anything at all my love?

Well Nana; I have some promising news and a few leads on Joey. He is okay but he is still living in seclusion that's why we were never able to locate him. I know you want to see him but no one can ever know of his existence, and you know who I mean.

Teddy, you know I would never ever do anything to bring harm or sadness to Joey he is my love and my ever. I want you to set up a meeting between the four of us I to know what he's been up to and why he left us. He needs to know everything; I don't blame him for anything that might've happened here.

Nana I understand and for prosperity this call is being recorded so that he will know. I will speak to the parties involved and arrange private transport for you and Poppy. I don't want anyone to know where you are headed to and what I mean by anyone I mean anyone.

This sounds awful dark; boy are you okay?

Yes, Poppy I am fine I'm doing well, partnership contracts have been signed and THW Industries Limited is now a reality. You will soon see great things coming from us I do appreciate everything that you and that I did to stave off father and uncle from attempting to steal the company.

Think nothing of it, it was simply good business and you have aligned yourself with the best. Wallace industries does not want to pick a fight with those boys, your father and uncle are steaming mad and I don't give a damn because I told them and the board, I'll shut the sonofabitch down in a heartbeat and they'll all be out on their asses. I may be old and your Nana may be old but we are a force to be reckoned with when it comes to business and I didn't get to be this big being dumb. So, tell me are you happy where you are at?

I feel alive for the first time in my life, I have found my home where I belong where I will start my family when the time is right.

Be careful boy, just know those hussy's will be all over you want to become Mrs. Theodore Howard Wallace the third.

That's true very true Teddy you have to watch out for the skanks and the hoes, they are out nothing but money when I met your Poppy, he didn't have a pot to piss in much less a window to throw it out of he built himself up from nothing taking me along for the ride and we made what we have today.

Yes, Nana understand that it had it not been for the determination of Poppy and you standing by his side pushing him all the way telling him to go for it when everybody else told him to walk away I would have nothing at all. But give me a few days and someone will be in contact with you to set up a meeting. I love you and Poppy and trust me your dream will be fulfilled.

Goodbye my grandson, your Poppy and I trust and believe in you. We love you with all of our hearts.

The line went dead. Joey broke down sobbing, he couldn't believe Mistress Gloria still held a special place in her heart for him. But after she learned the truth whould she still thinks so much of him, and he voiced his opinion to Ted.

Believe me Joey when she meets Howard, Jamison and Lawrence, she will love you even more. You sacrificed everything for your family. You refused to give into my father's commands even though they were futile she will love you even more. Poppy and her will no doubt spoil the boys rotten. And when it's time for Howard to go through his transition she will be there for him, right beside you.

Howard cleared his throat; dad it doesn't matter how I came to be the fact is I am here. These people Nana and Poppy are my grandparents legally and I wish to meet so I can see where I came from. It's only right that the other boys get to know them also. I know it hurts because of the memories of what happened to you that you were a victim of biology and a very unstable person we can continue to wallow in our pity or we can stand up strong and be a force to be reckoned with.

Week after next, we don't go to school Tuesday through Friday because of holidays I believe that this would be a great time for a visit.

Joey it's up to you, now I have something that I need to do in my personal life and I'll be tied up Friday Saturday and Sunday of next week. Monday we can get together and make plans for them to arrive on Tuesday. By then my place will be ready and they will have somewhere to stay, it's up to you.

Joey had a concerned look on his face, I want to see them I really do but I'm scared to death.

Lawrence pulled his dad's shirttail, damn the torpedoes and full speed ahead what have you got to lose dad.

Joey couldn't argue with his youngest methodology of words. Okay we capture next Tuesday we will have a private meeting. I'll ask Mr. Ben if we can use the private study, it shouldn't be a problem denoting who they are. Ted would you please make the phone call and set up arrangements for your grandparents.

Nothing would please more than to place this call, everybody quiet I'll put it on speaker that way everyone can hear the conversation.

The phone rang; Wallace residents may I ask calling and who would you like to speak with?

Driver this is Teddy I wish to speak to my Nana privately.

By all means master Teddy let me put it on scramble mode and take her the extension start Sir.

Hello who's calling please?

Nana is Teddy again; I want you to go to a private area with and Poppy, I need to speak to you in private.

Okay son go ahead; Poppy and myself are right here.

First of all, Nana I want to apologize to you I wasn't totally truthful to you earlier.

That's okay I had a feeling something was up when we spoke there was a little uncertainty in your voice.

Tuesday week you will take a private transit and you will be gone for a few days. Joey has agreed to meet with you.

You have spoken to Joey? You located him you're telling me that you have seen him?

Yes, Nana I have spoken to him and I have seen him and he is doing wonderful and he is willing to meet you and Poppy as long as father knows nothing about. There's so much that you don't know about what went on behind everyone's back.

Is there any way that I could speak to him now by chance? Joey; honey if you're listening Poppy and I love you so very much. We miss you and we can't wait until we can be together.

Joey; this is Poppy, we don't blame you at all you must've had a good reason to leave the way that you did. Whatever caused you to leave this home, your home will never stand in your way again. Until we meet again son.

It was all Joey could do to hold it together, he was about to break down. Had it not been for the three boys huddled around him he would have.

Okay Poppy and Nana I believe your message was received. I'll call back and let you know some details. Tell no one other than driver and cook anything about this. They need to run interference, you will be staying at my home you will have your own room. Yeah, my home that sounds weird but the furniture should be in and all upgrades and updates should be done by that time. So, until we meet again, we will talk to you later, love and kisses from everyone.

Ted pushed the button to hang up the communicator and Joey fell apart.

Boys is he always this way?

When he's close to time yes. But we are going to take a very good watchful eye on him this time and lock him in his room. He needs some breathing time not raising children every year of his life from now on responded Jamison.

Let's get ready for supper if you don't mind. I can't wait to try this five-star establishment out.

The meal was fabulous Joey enjoyed himself as did the boys. Ted could not believe how his best friend's life had changed. Having children had changed you and made him even more responsible if it was possible. Ted walked Joey and the boys back to their home of them all especially Joey. He departed and left for home at least as temporary home with Billy and Dayzon.

When Ted arrived at the house it was 100 questions time. He answered his friends questions the best he could but he was deliberately coy when it came to when the conception would take place or even where.

I have that handled, Tim and I will discuss this soon so don't worry about it. After it takes place, you will be some of the first ones to know.

Tim was concerned about the boys and how they would react to him caring for someone else. Mason and Tim decided they would sit down with the twins and their little one and spoke to them about life and what was expected of the hybrid or Genman in life.

Tim called Carter asked if the boys could come over talk to both at the house.

Is everything okay Tim?

Carter is just fine there's going to be a few changes here and there that will affect my life and them so I think that I need to speak to them.

Okay that's great just so you know that Edward excuse me I mean Eddie has been acting out and become very difficult lately, Timothy is doing just fine he's whatever I don't care it'll be fine. But Eddie has some issues and it's become a sticking point between him and his father, tempers fly words fly and a few objects have flown through the house. Typical Genmen pre-transition adolescents but Ed can't see it. Just to let you know his bags are packed and he's already informed his father that he is going to live with his dad.

You say what Carter? He wants to come and live with Mason and myself?

Yes, Tim Exactly, this would be the perfect time, I'll tell him to grab his bags his dad needs to talk to him at his place.

Okay send the boys on over I'll let you and Ed know later when it's appropriate, and what is taking place.

I don't mean to step in the middle of it, but are you and Mason, okay?

Our fine, couldn't be doing better thanks for the concern.

You heard the conversation, Mason; we have one rogue twin coming over here with cases packed.

I'm surprised it didn't happen earlier, Edward is a free spirit he embraces his human side and along with that comes all of his human emotions. He has grown tired of the Genman way and wants to experience outside world. But all of this is thanks to his pre-transition hormones. It's not anything we cannot handle, just don't lose your temper.

My temper? What are you talking about I don't have a fuckin temper? *******************************************************************************************

There was no doubt the boys had arrived, typical siblings arguing at the front door and there was some very colorful language involved.

Tim jerked the door open and glared at his two sons, they looked like a couple of Racknars in the headlights. Get your asses in this house now, just what do you think you're doing standing on the doorsteps with such foul mouths.

Dad it wasn't my fault Timothy started it, Mr. Goody two shoes always gotta be the best of everything.

And Edward who do you think you are, Mr. I'm in charge countered Timothy.

I'll let both the boys know neither one of you are in charge of anything. I need to talk to you both but at this rate we are going to get something settled right now.

Mason and I need to talk to both of you. There's going to be some changes coming up soon but we would like to discuss the matter with the two of you. The young one is too young; he doesn't realize anything. But you boys at your age and on the edge of transition know more and are aware of more.

This really will not affect you, one way or the other but I decided I would still let you know. Tim looked at the scowl on Edward's face it was like he really didn't care one way the other, Timothy on the other hand was interested in what was being said.

Edward's attitude and look changed when Mason took him by his earlobe and stood him up. Young man hormones are going to get you in trouble, I will have no disrespect at all for your dad in this home. And what is this crap about you going to live with your dad and no longer living at your father's home?

I'm sorry Mason, father and I cannot get along. I want to live my life a certain way he wants to rule over me. I know he means well but what he likes is not what I like, what he wants is not what I want. I know I will transition soon and things will change but my heart is my heart.

Okay Edward or as Carter said you should be referred to as Eddie from now on that's your choice in name.

Thank you, sir, father can't understand why I like the name Eddie. It gives me something that is mine no disrespect to anyone I know my name is Edward Zachariah Hawthorne but I go by Eddie Z. The life that he's picked out for me is not the life I am going to live.

I don't want to stay on the Z1 or the Hawthorne ranch. I wish to take a dorm room in the city at City University once I transition and classes start up. Granddad Ben wants me to enter the program, I don't want to. I want to meet somebody itself after I party a little bit at the University while taking my classes and getting a degree.

Oh, please Eddie Z why don't you tell Mason and dad the real reason you want to go to university. Titties and Pussy you're so hung up on human females all you can think is about those big old titties. You don't want a hybrid mate or a Genman mate you want a human mate and only a human female will do for you.

Mason looked over at Timothy. Don't get nasty young man everybody is different. If your brother is into the human females and that's what he's attracted to so be it, your uncle Ty and Aunt Sonja look at them it works for them who's to say it will work for Eddie.

Your step dad that is correct. Not everything is as it looks some things deceive us. I never thought I would carry, but I carried you two granted it was not by choice at the beginning but I grew to love the children that grew inside of me. If it presented itself to me once again, would I carry again the answer is yes.

Hold the presses, did I just hear my dad say that he would carry again. Who's going to knock you up Mason? Really you think he's up for the job.

No Eddie, Mason will not be knocking me up. But that's why brought you two over was to discuss the future. I have agreed to play surrogate for a delightful young man who is human by the way. He wishes to have a family but does not want a relationship with anyone. I will carry and birth the child and he will raise and care for the child day-to-day. When he is either at the construction site or the factory the baby will stay here with Mason who will care and nurse for him.

Eddie looked at his dad, you have got to be fucking kidding me. You Bending over for another human taking his seed and blowing out your vent pushing his child. This just gets weirder and weirder no wonder I want to leave this place. First my brother informs me that he's going to be a carrier when he settles down, now you tell me that you're going to carry again. Talk about a strange family.

Eddie why are you so mad at the world? You were born to privilege; you have had an excellent childhood. You have been raised by two couples and been shown more love than anything. Why are you so angry?

Tim it's called hormones, Eddie is expressing himself the only way he knows how because of his mixed heritage. So, what he likes big titts and he cannot lie, at least he can admit that he is attracted to human females. I think we should support the boys in their choices in life.

Timothy wants to carry, who knows he might meet someone that wishes to carry and be bred himself. They could both be pregnant at the same time. He might meet a pure blood breeder/carrier it's called life.

Thank you, Mason, you're the coolest stepdad I could ever have. I've tried to explain it to father but he is dead set against me going into the city and attending a human-based University. I know the Genman University here is top-notch, second to none, but I want to experience the world, starting with the city. I know I have to be careful because there are humans that hate Genman.

I have been conversing with others with similar fates. They don't fit in they are like a square peg trying to go into the round hole they just don't fit. I been talking to one young lady on the net she wishes to meet me. She said she's never met a country boy, and she's never met any boy like me before.

Tim took a deep breath; son do not deceive this young lady when you meet her. I know that you don't want to publicize who and what you are but don't lie to her and pretend to be something you're not.

That's what I don't want to hear dad, she's 18 and she's been raised by a single mom. Her father was killed in a crash and it's been rough on them.

Hold the presses, Eddie I have a wonderful idea not hear me out. We could approach your grandfather and schedule a visit to the Z1 hotel in the form of an all-expenses-paid trip to see the ranch, the University and the museum. Throw in a dinner at Donnie's place plus Constantine's in town. The two of you could meet in person for the first time, you could say you live nearby, no need to lie to her though.

Wow Mason you think quick, I know I'm lucky to have such great parents. But I need to ask you and dad if I can stay with the two of you until I transition and get started in my life.

I don't have a problem with that young man, but there are rules here and you will abide by them.

So, Timothy what do you think about your dad's proposal?

It's cool with me, whatever he wants to do in his life he can do he's an adult he just happens to be my dad so when will you make this new child?

He will be your half-brother by another father, and yes you will be part of his life. Just to let both of you boys know we are going to have a guest over tonight; you will be meeting the man that is going to be impregnating your dad. You will not do anything to embarrass your dad or myself or the Spinelli name. And you damned well better not embarrass the Hawthorne name either.

About that I told the young lady that my name was Eddie Jones. I did not want her looking up who I really was because when they see names they go for money.

That's just great son starting out on a lie. That I do not approve of, I don't think Mason does either. Do Carter and Ed know about your little deception?

No Sir they have no knowledge and we need to keep it that way please. Everybody please I want to be taken seriously and not for a Payday.

Eddie I'm going to say something for your dad and your father. If you Ever want to be taken seriously in your life you can never start out anything with a lie because it will always come back to haunt you. This young lady that you've met online it seems the two of you have grown close, I have no idea how long this is been going on but when she shows up down her and her mom and tell her the truth, your dad and I will be there with you and back you one hundred percent of the way. She can get a sense of who you really are and how scared you were to divulge everything.

I don't know Mason it's a lot to do.

Young man a relationship is a lot. Going through life by yourself is not fun but having someone beside you walking through life with you, that's the best feeling in the world.

Now go put your stuff in the spare room and unpack your bags. Timothy, are you satisfied where you're staying now or do you need to spend some time with your dad before transition?

No Sir I'm okay, Eddie and I don't always get along because were brothers but we got each other's backs. If you need something I'm just a phone call away. Likewise, if I need him, he better be a phone call away.

Got your bro, you know me reviewed with us we fight we lock horns but nobody messes with my bro.

Okay you two boys scatter I have a meal to prepare and I will everything perfect for your dad's guest.

By the way does dad's guest have a name?

It'll all be announced later when he arrives until then have at it go to your rooms do whatever.

Mason if you need help, I can cook and I don't mean throw some in the radar range. Eddie will starve a death me; I can feed myself.

Head to the kitchen Timothy, I never turn down help in the kitchen. Tim, this gives you more time with little one and more time your Eddie. Make an impression on him, let him know that you support him and are there for him.

Yes, dear I hear you loud and clear, we need bonding time need and the two oldest boys.

Madison started to have a spasm in his lower back, his time was getting close. He still had about a month to go.

Benjamin was worried about his mate; his pregnancy had taken a lot out of him. He decided to call Dr Allen and have him come by to look at Madison. He also gave Mr. Zach a heads up and asked him to stand by incase he was needed.

Caleb arrived and was all business. Madison, I need you to roll onto your side so I can check you.

When was the last time you went and cleaned out your body?

I'll answer that for you, he has lost himself three times today already. Genmen normally go first thing in the morning sometimes twice if they are expecting, but three times for him.

Make it four times., Help me about his bed I've got a go.

Caleb and Benjamin were helping Madison to the bathroom when his water broke.

That's enough of this back to the bed, I'm calling for a transport to take you to the clinic now.

I know I'm big but I'm just a little over eight months, do I have to have this baby now.

Madison this baby is coming right now no matter what. Benjamin called who you need to, and have them meet us at the clinic. We have a little one on the way.

Benjamin call Earl and told him to meet them at the clinic and no questions. The next phone call was to Zach and Ben, father you and Mr. Zach get to the clinic Madison's baby is on the way. He called Tim and Mason; Madison's water has broken we are on the way to the clinic Dr. Caleb's here meet us there.

Ted was about to ring the doorbell when the door suddenly flew open. Good your here now come with us, Madison just went into labor and his water broke you need to see this in action since you are thinking about becoming a father to a hybrid.

Who was Ted to argue with Tim?

Timothy and Eddie were staying at the house to finish up the meal so that they could meet their father's new donor.

The delivery room at the clinic was all set up and ready, the staff was assembled for a premium birth. Hawthorne Memorial Hospital had been notified of the impending birth.

Zach was on the phone talking to Ed. Might need the birds, Madison decided to go into labor early.

Is everything okay with him Zach?

So far so good is just early he is big as the side of house but Dr. Allen said that it was fine everything was fine the baby's heartbeat was good and strong it was going to be a large child. I'll let you and Carter know if we need the birds.

Carter's line started to ring. Hello is Carter Hawthorne how may help you? Hello Dr. Allen how can I be of assistance? Okay I understand medical transport is coming in, and there will be a preemie be carried to Hawthorne Memorial just to be on the cautious side. We can handle it, thank you for calling is always just a phone call away for anything that is needed.

Zach did you hear that? Dr. Allen just called for the bird, here regardless it looks like Madison and the baby will both flow to Hawthorne. We will carry Benjamin along with you, Ben, Earl and Shamus. We just need to know when you're ready.

Okay thank you very much Ed, Carter are lifesavers.

Just helping family out Zach. Call us when you're ready.

Caleb barely made it to the delivery room with Madison, as he was already crowning. He hadn't even got into the chair good when the baby was birthed. The baby was good size but the O2 stats were not really good so he would need to go.

Madison was concerned, is he okay he breathing okay talk to me talk Doc?

Madison his lungs were a little underdeveloped, we have a medical transport team in route to the Z1 take you and the baby up so you just need to lay back and relax.

Doc something right my stomach is cramping but it feels like I've got a boulder in me.

It's okay Madison let me check. Madison you're going to fill little bit of pressure.

Dr. Caleb I don't know what you do but you got to stop. It feels like you're trying to rearrange my whole inside.

Caleb came back to Madison. Young man is in your cramping so bad is there is a second baby, but he's breach. I need to help him get here like turning him around so that he can come out normal if not I will have to open you up.

What you mean a second baby? With all those fancy machines and you couldn't tell there were twins?

Madison even with the most delicate instruments can still miss things. He must've been hiding somewhere around the internal organs we don't usually scan. You fill little bit more pressure and I'm try to flip him, now take a deep breath and slowly let it out.

On the second attempt Caleb was successful at getting the child turned around but was it was going to be a chore for Madison to push him out due to his size.

Natural rhythm of the birthing process facilitated by the chairs design helped Madison to slowly birth the second child. First baby was 13 pounds but this one here was about 20 pounds. On Madison's face every pain was registered. Benjamin stayed right by his side and held his mate's hand.

As the baby was delivered Caleb went into high gear, his O2 stats were very poor. Due to his size and his gestation the lungs had not developed properly.

They put babies in a makeshift incubator and waited on the med team to arrive.

You two need to start thinking about names. Madison will be flying in the transports with the babies Benjamin you will follow up in the second transport along with your parents and Madison's parents. I need go to the waiting room and take off that way you can be there when the babies arrive along with Madison.

Benjamin bid his mate goodbye and headed to the waiting room to catch up with Ben and Zach, the last thing that Madison said was I love you and pick out some good names because I have no idea.

That's easy Jonathan Zachariah Spinelli O'Malley and Shamus Madison Spinelli O'Malley, that should keep people talking.

You heard him Doc, got you names the larger one shall be Jonathan small one shall be Shamus.

Benjamin walked up front and collapsed into his father's waiting arms. Ben comforted his son along with Earl.

When you to get children ready to come home we hope to know a name that is not a rush.

Father that's easy; we've already named them. We need to send a message to the incoming armada; it needs to go directly to Jonathan. Both boys are doing well in hospital until they get stronger came early. Names are Jonathan Zachariah Spinelli O'Malley and Shamus Madison Spinelli O'Malley. Pictures and incoming video soon as available. Dad and boys okay.

Zach you heard him call Ty and send the message please. Also posted to the Z1 and the sister ranches.

Dad, Dr. Allen said we need to get on the transport go so that I will be there and we will all be there when they arrive.

Tim and Mason arrived and asked if everything was okay and was anything needed.

Just some prayers big brother, they're being transported to Hawthorne Memorial Medical Center and will stay there a few days until they start breathing better.

Mason hugged his brother in law's neck. He thing we are here for you tell my brother that I love him to stay strong.

I'll do just that; I know it will be a lot to Madison. We can always video chat I know that you may have a hard time getting through because everybody's going to be calling and wanting to talk, but is nothing we cannot handle.

Tim and Mason watched the group head out to the transport.

Ted was pleasantly amazed at how Genmen cared for one another in situations such as this.

Mason turned around; well, I guess we were little bit late but I did promise you I home-cooked meal Genmen style and that's what you going to get Ted. You've met a couple of the family members here now you need to go to the executioner's squad. Mason chuckled and walked away headed toward the house.

Tim what did you mean by the executioner's squad?

The twins are at the house waiting for us, Timothy has been helping Mason kitchen prepare the meal and Eddie as he likes to be called is probably glued to his tablet talking to his human female friend in the city. Seems that one of my sons is embracing his human side and has decided to date females.

The boy better be careful, they don't call him snappers for nothing. Once a female figures out that he is a privileged individual she will hook her claws into him and take him for every time he's got.

Well Ted maybe you are just exactly who he needs to meet, I'm not going to dissuade my son for following his dreams and desires but I want him to be informed about the so-called Fairer sex. Also, you need to know that he plans to go to university in the city. He looked at me and informed me beings that he was three quarters human it was his right to attend there and they didn't like it so be it.

Not a problem Tim, in fact he can come to work with me and get a little taste of what the world might be. I have to go into the city and procure some special items if he wants to ride along, I don't have a problem. As long as he knows when I tell him no it means no.

Ted, I don't have a problem and I don't think Ed and Carter would have a problem either since he's moving in with Mason and myself after this visit. He brought clothing and a few items that Carter is having everything else packed up and brought over to him. He declared his independence from his oppressive human father.

Tim, he has no idea what an oppressive father human or otherwise is, Billy can tell him stories that will curl his toenails, likewise Joey can tell him what my father was really like.

By the way how is that going, you and Joey, are you friends still?

Yes, he has walled himself off because of all the hurt and he applies himself to his job and to his children and basically shuns the outside world. Now Howard his oldest my half-brother and your twins will be going through transition about the same time. Howard is at a loss of what to do with himself maybe he and Eddie can be friends without benefits. Don't need that happening Joey would never forgive me.

I'm sure the boys do not run in the same circles but maybe they need to meet up with each other. Eddie could use a good friend here on the ranch and maybe someone could watch out for his best interest while he's at university.

Tim I just had the best idea, let's put the boys in city University together as roommates. They could watch out for each other and hopefully keep each other out of trouble. I'm sure that with the good talk from uncle Zach and uncle Ben Joey would allow Howard to attend, plus if they are in the city they can always stay with Nana and Poppy's home. There's a complete wing is not being used.

What about your father will he be around?

After the meeting between Joey and my grandparents and they meet the Grandsons, I don't think dear old dad will be a problem, he will probably be at one of the other homes far away from the mansion immediately.

Tim and Ted were standing outside of the house talking like old friends when Mason stuck his head out of the door. If you two don't shut up and come in this house right now you're going to miss a fabulous meal that was prepared by your son Timothy Zachariah Spinelli.

Oh, the full name treatment, you know you're in trouble now. Tim laughed.

Ted and Tim both walked in where they were met by the twins. Timothy was the first one to utter a word, holy shit you got the side of the mountain. He quickly covered his mouth and apologized for his language.

Eddie looked Ted up and down, remind me not ever piss you off sir. You could tear me apart with your bare hand's limb to limb.

Boys meet our guest Theodore Howard Wallace the third, he goes by Ted since the other is such a mouthful. The boys looked at their dad and shook their guest's hand.

Eddie grimaced when Ted shook his hand, dang dude be careful you could crush someone's hand with that grip. I haven't transitioned so I don't know my strength yet and what it will be, but wow you're strong.

Madison chuckled; okay boys when you quit playing with one another, supper is on the table. And boys please control your mouths we would like to present a very good picture of what quality Genmen really look and sound like when they're raised with respect.

Both boys answered yes Sir no problem, sir.

Timothy was the first one to break the ice. Are you sure that you want a hybrid genman child? Really it would be a double hybrid because second-generation a lot like Eddie and myself. But Genmen children even hybrids are a royal pain and mischievous as all get out, plus we grow like stink weeds, and we gas that will run off Racknars.

Tim looked at his son, really quality, well raised?

Dad I'm just saying whatever one's thinking, the man needs to realize what he's getting himself into when he reproduces with a Genman or a hybrid, we're not perfect we have imbalances in our chemistry makeup.

Ted chuckled; Tim don't blame the young man because he is only telling the truth the way he knows it and it's unfiltered which I appreciate. Too many people candy coat everything to make it sounds sweet and innocent when it's not.

To answer your question young man, I can't wait to become a father of a hybrid or in this case a double hybrid. With proper guidance and a lot of assistance from others, I plan on raising my son here on the ranch in our home that we're going to build. Will it be difficult being a single parent to a hybrid child as a human? I expect there to be challenges daily, and I welcome accelerated growth of his genman genetics. I've read everything I could at the human University but the vastness of the Genman University here is the diversity of what they went through, I cannot stress enough how informative it was.

Your grandfather has advanced the genman society in the human realm by leaps and bounds. The Government still blocks a lot of the information but they cannot block the museum and this university if I had my way every human child that is in a human University would have to attend one semester here in Diversity education and Genmen equality.

Eddie cleared his throat; you really think that's going to break some out of their mold?

It might not break them but it will shine and shed a little light toward them, what they choose to do with the information is totally up to them. But they can't say they were not informed.

Well Mr. Wallace maybe the next time you are having a meeting with my grandfather Zach you might bring the subject up to him. He is very open to suggestions when it comes to the University and the advancement of Genmen society.

Mason looked up, 0h I need to make an announcement next week we're going to have a visitor here on the ranch, he's coming back to see his grandfather and great-grandfather and we just have to have five tickets.

You're not talk about you know who are you, Mason my wonderful surrogate dad?

Yes, I am one and only Zion, he will be here for a week resting but he will put on a public performance for the entire ranch. And the tickets are in family section front and center.

The twin's eyes lit up, both boys were excited to see Zion.

Mason looked over at Ted, we have an extra ticket would you like to be our guest to attend the concert sir.

It would be my honor; I saw him when he came to the city at the great opera center and I was totally blown away by his poise and elegance. The things that that young man can do with the piano plus the way that he carries himself, is an honor to all Genmen and hybrids alike.

Tim chuckled; well just maybe you will get to do a meet and greet since we have inside track.

Tim don't bullshit a bullshitter; do you really think I could meet him?

Let me arrange a few things and talk to a couple of my people, because you know, that I know half people and they have people and they know people and they have people.

Eddie looked at his dad; everybody, pull your pants legs up is getting deep in this dining room.

Everyone busted out laughing, Eddie I was thinking the same thing, I refrained from saying it but out of the mouth of babes you will only get the truth.

They all sat around and chitchatted as a consumed a wonderful meal. Timothy looked over at Ted, so when are you two doing the deed? Inquiring minds would like to know when they're going to become a big brother.

As Tim continued to shovel the food in his mouth he spoke, I figure next Friday, Saturday, Sunday a three-day weekend would be all right, that should get the job done.

Eddie looked at his dad; really bad dad, that should get the job done where's the feeling, where's the emotion, where's the romance or is this just a Wham Bam, knocked you up Sam. I gotta get back to work on Monday, talk to you later.

Ted cleared his throat; let me take this one. Eddie you and Timothy need to understand something. I was talking to a friend of mine who have known since college Billy Cross, he lives here on the ranch along with his Genmen mate.

We were discussing families and what it would be like to have one. I told him I wished to have children or at least one child to carry on the legacy but I did not want a relationship. I was tired of all of the gold diggers trying to get their hooks into me just to show off to society that they had landed a wealthy person. Your dad was there during the conversation.

Billy turned it over to see if I would be up to considering possibly letting a Genman carry a child for me. I told him that I had never considered it. I told him that I did not have a problem but I needed to locate someone who was willing to abide by my rules.

There was your dad standing right there and he piped up, I'll do it, I'll carry no problem, I just have a few rules of my own and if we agree on them, we'll sign a contract, we can get it done. Talk about somebody being blown away I was speechless.

Number one I did not know that your dad was a Hybrid or even a Genman, I thought I was talking to another Human. He carries himself with such pride and dignity and I wasn't taught that about Genmen, but thanks to him I got a new education.

I thought it over the next day we met; we signed contracts and it is what it is.

Boys your dad is a beautiful man, it doesn't matter what he is, he is awesome and you two boys are so lucky to have him as a dad, I wished that I would have had someone like that in my life growing up. I had my Nana and Poppy, but there something special about having someone to bond with such as a natural parent.

Eddie not meaning change the subject I understand that you are interested in attending the City University my Alma Mata.

Yes; sir I am very interested, I have so many questions about the place?

Well, I'm going to start out by telling you that they are not the best choice when it comes to inclusion of Genmen or even hybrids. It doesn't matter what your last name is or how smart you are and has every test with flying colors. There are professors and students alike along with alumni that just do not like Genmen or hybrids.

That's not to say that you can't do your best and Excel there but you will always be second best to the dumbest human.

Mr. Ted isn't that illegal? I thought that there were laws to protect Genmen and hybrids?

Eddie there are laws but just like anything else people will find a way to break the law then excuse their mistake as a slight error. You can do exactly what you wish to do but I've got a proposal for you. What if there was a way that you could attend the University live off-campus at a private residence with another young hybrid that wishes to experience the human world? If that could be set up would you be interested in something like that?

Sounds okay but what's this other hybrid like do I know him?

You probably run-in different circles his dad is working class and knows your grandparents well. You live on the Hawthorne ranch so I don't think there's a lot of chance that you will have been come in contact with him.

But you know a hybrid even though you just got here?

Yes, we just met but I've known his dad for years. And I never knew that he was genman. The young man's name is Howard T Wallace and he is my half-brother.

Wait a minute how do you have a half-brother that is hybrid and you just met him?

That's difficult and not my place to explain, but I've known his dad for years. He kept me out of so much trouble as I grew up.

Wait a minute I thought you said you didn't know any Genman growing up?

I did say that yes and Eddie I did not know any Genman in fact Joey was one that lived in plain sight. He worked for my grandparents as the pool boy cabana boy, he mixed all the drinks, he made sure all of the guests were comfortable and everything for every party was set up and ready to go. Then one day a little over three years ago he disappeared, we look for him everywhere but nothing to be found.

When Dr. Allen ran my DNA there was a hit for ½ sibling here on the ranch. And I can tell you that I was shocked not only that we found him but the story that he told me. I have no reason to doubt him, I know my father that well. If you don't mind no more about my family and Joey. Things are still a little raw there.

Not a problem Mr. Ted, I'm not stupid I can read between the lines. My brother you'll have to draw him a picture.

Who's draw me a picture Eddie?

No one Timothy, go back to whatever you were doing since you were dreaming again.

Mason looked at Tim, you need to talk to Timothy. He is going to need all the guidance he can get. Carter said he was naïve but this is a little much.

I agree with you Mason, I'm going to be a lot more hands on with Timothy and Eddie.

Timothy how are your grades in school?

Straight A's honor roll and every accredited optional course available sir.

Do you read a lot? Or do you have times that you go out and just go around people and mingle?

I like to curl up with a good book. As far as people are concerned, I can take him or I can leave them.

How do you expect to attract a mate if you cannot carry on a civilized conversation for more than five minutes without getting distracted?

Carriers are supposed to keep the house fix a meal be available for their mate whenever he desires them other than that we have no purpose.

Ted looked at Tim and Madison; Timothy exactly who in the hell told you that, did you read in a book of something?

In our reproduction class the teacher dwells on things that need to be corrected in our society is Genmen. Breeder's breed, carriers carry, breeders provide, carriers keep the home birth the children raise the children make themselves available for the breeder to breathe again that's what Mr. Dunstan says.

Tim almost hit the roof; exactly where does he find that garbage at that you're spouting?

He's into the new culture dad, he says we need to go back to the olden ways where we were controlled. He has a booklet that he teaches out of it's not in our textbooks.

Not after Monday is not, your grandfather and granddad are going to hit the roof they find this mess out.

Dad I hate to tell you he has an employment contract with the school system here, it's not going be so easy to get rid of him. But you can try please.

A you would be surprised what your grandparents can do. I haven't heard this since I read the old archives. Son are you aware that Genmen used to be locked in collars that had elliptical currents in him and our handlers had controls if we didn't step up that stuff, we were shocked if we didn't do this fast enough, we were shocked if we didn't convey the order of the day, we were shocked. This is what he's talking about controlled.

Sounds like some of that new woke theory. It's a wild extremist's way of looking at things if you asked me, they have lost their minds. But I'm not a parent yet so I have no input but as a future parent of a hybrid oh hell no.

Oh, I almost forgot, boys, Tim, Ted I have a dessert waiting sampled. I hope everyone likes triple chocolate cake with four layers and sprinkles on top they're chocolate also.

Tim looked at Mason, you mean to tell me you've let us sit here all this time talking about everything in the world and you have dessert.

Oops, my bad. I guess I need to be brought into line. Mason started to laughing.

The NNICU at Hawthorne Memorial was a very busy place. Rupert was doing a rotation and was there when the babies were brought in. He was all business; he didn't dillydally around he started barking orders left and right at people. Zach was glad to see him he knew the children were in very capable hands.

Madison and Benjamin were beside themselves; Madison was still recovering from the birth but he was not about to leave his children side. Shamus was breathing better with the help of oxygen, but little Jonathan was still struggling his size along with the underdeveloped lungs was really weighing hard on him.

Rupert came out Madison, I need you to directly feed Jonathan is much as you can, he needs the healing powers of your Genmen nectar you are his birthing parent therefore you have the nutrients that he needs. Shamus is still doing okay but he will still need some your nectar so do not feed it all too little Jonathan. I have called for our donor bank and we should have a couple of new birthing parents here ready to help you out.

Dr. Rupert can you tell me anything about their conditions?

I don't want to scare you but this is a very important time in their life. One-month early twins one larger than the other one with underdeveloped lungs to accommodate his size. For the next week it's going be touch and go, the next seven days are crucial to their survival. You might want to notify their father; he needs to know the situation. I know that he's not going to be in their lives as a father figure but he still their father and he has the right to know.

I'll get a video conference set up here at the hospital, we will patch it through with our strongest signal.

Zach thanked Ed for his accommodations.

Carter had a meal brought down for everyone. You can't think on empty stomach and if you're hungry your body is depleted and you cannot function properly Madison so I do not want to hear a word of it you will eat your supper.

Yes sir Mr. Carter, I do not want to do anything to upset you.

Benjamin was beside Madison all the way. Ben was very proud of his son, he hugged Zack and thanked him for everything for the boys.

I didn't do anything any normal parent wouldn't do for their child.

Earl set there with his husband Shamus Sr, Carter set down beside them. They're in great hands everything that can be done will be done that I guarantee.

Coming soon The Z-1 Ranch P-109.

I would like to take this time to thank all of my readers who enjoy my stories for their support throughout these hard times. Just remember this too shall pass. Please be patient and I will have another chapter out as soon as possible thank you and have a nice day.

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