48-Sibling Support

**Daveed"s POV**

Walking into my parent's house, I begin to get nervous. I have the utmost respect for them as my mom and dad, but I will not hesitate to shut down any disrespect that I feel is aimed towards Zuri or Sav. It would more than likely come from my dad or Caroline if anyone does have something negative to say. My brothers would never find an issue with being with more than one woman, but it's not like that for me. I genuinely love those two and see myself growing old with them for the rest of my life and having as many babies as they will let me have with them. They're a package deal and you can't love one without loving the other.
My mom sees me come in and gives me a big hug. "I'm so glad everyone is here. I love having all of my babies together. Where is Saviera?"
"She stayed home today." She makes a concerned face.
"Is she okay to be home alone? I don't think that's a good idea, honey." When she found out about Sav having PTSD, she made even more of an effort to make her feel welcome.
"She's not alone. Zuri is with her." I reassured.
"Oh thank goodness. I do worry about her." She said and starts walking to the kitchen where she finishes preparing the food.
My siblings and I fall into a casual conversation and soon, we're sitting at the table and eating.
"There's something else I need to let everyone know." I went ahead and ripped off the band-aid.
"Now you're getting married?" Caroline asked.
"No. Sav, Zuri, and I have gotten back together." As predicted, my brothers celebrated and Khiya did as well. Now, that is a surprise.
My parents look confused, "What do you mean?" my mom asked.
"We're in a polyamorous relationship and it's serious. We've been together for about two months now. That isn't including the time we were together before Sav got pregnant." Her eyes went wide and my dad slowly shook his head. My siblings stay quiet and wait for the shit show to start.
"So you have two girlfriends at the same time? Why is that even necessary? Is one not enough for you? And how does this make Saviera feel?" My mom is so upset.
"Saviera and Zuri were together for five years before we met. I originally joined their relationship, Sav and I accidentally got pregnant, and Zuri left for a little while to make sure she knew what she wanted. She ultimately realized she was meant to be with us both and we're all very much in love." I try to keep it as vague as possible.
"How are you going to handle two women and a child?" My dad finally chimes in.
"I don't handle them. The three of us work together perfectly and we know this is what we want. I'm not asking you or anyone else to understand our relationship, but I am asking for it to be respected. Sav and Zuri are my family. I expect them to be treated accordingly by everyone."
"So we're supposed to act normal when the three of you are playing house and having a baby?" Dad seems pissed.
"Yeah, you're supposed to act normal because our sex life and relationship is no one's business in the first place. I'm only letting you know so you aren't surprised when I bring them both around. I don't need advice or a lecture." I'm trying my best to keep my composure.
"Well, you don't have my support. You're out here trying to look like a pimp with hoes." He responded and my mom looked at him with hurt in her eyes. She might not completely agree with the lifestyle, but she's always supportive of her kids.
"It's a good thing I'm grown as fuck." I stand up from the table to leave before things get too ugly. "Oh, and by the way, Zuri's pregnant as well. We're having two babies, not one." I might as well get that out there while I'm at it. My mom puts a hand over her mouth and my dad looks like he's ready to put his hands on me. I wish he would try me now.
"Those poor babies." He responded as I was leaving the room. I stopped in my tracks and I hear a few chairs move behind me. For a second, I thought about beating his ass, but I know Zuri would be telling me to let it go. I'm just glad they're not here to feel the same hurt that I'm feeling now.
"Dad, you're being too harsh. Poly families are becoming more common and who are we to tell them how to love one another?" Armoni said. I turn and see my siblings all standing up, ready to defend me. Or ready to stop me from beating up our father. It could be both.
"Stay out of this, Armoni. Daveed should know better than to be so reckless." Dad said.
"I guess now would be a good time to let you know that I'm gay. Are you going to have a problem with having a gay son too?" He challenged our dad. Growing up, we all looked up to our dad and he was always good at being a provider and protector. He never missed any sporting events, plays, or recitals. There are a ton of things that I learned from him that I want to do for my children, but not being open-minded is something my kids won't have to deal with.
"No, Armoni that isn't a problem. You're not bringing kids into it." He responded.
"So if I wanted to adopt one day, then it would be an issue?" Dad didn't have to respond because the expression on his face says it all.
"Yeah, that's what I thought. I do not doubt that Daveed will be an amazing father and Saviera and Zuri will be great mothers. Their kids will have everything they need. There are kids out here with only one single parent, unable to make ends meet, but his kids? They will always have a parent available for them. Think about the good that will come of this instead of believing the stereotypes." He turns to me, "Congratulations, bro. If you're happy, then I'm proud of you."
"Me too." Said Caroline.
"Same," Elliot added.
"You know what they say. Two is better than one." Devence said, making me crack a smile.
Aster and Khiya hugged me, "We will always support you," Aster said and Khiya agreed. They will never understand how much this means to me. My dad gets up and leaves the room, but mom doesn't follow him. Instead, she says, "I'm trusting that you'll be the best father you can be and do what your heart is telling you to do. If you're serious about this and you're sure this is what you want, then I'll respect that. I'm just scared for you is all. I don't want anyone to end up hurt." She kissed my cheek and went after our dad.
"So who all wants to go to Daveed's and meet Zuri?" Asked Armoni. Everyone said, "Me!"

**Saviera's POV**

I hate that his dad wasn't more supportive and I'm worried for Zuri too. I don't think Luca is going to be happy about this. He wasn't too happy about Zuri and I splitting up either. He looked at Rory like he was unimpressed, but stayed quiet anyway. I know Ember loves Daveed, but does she like him enough to be supportive of a polyamorous lifestyle? One thing for certain, they need to know about Zuri being pregnant soon.
Daveed's siblings showed up to have dinner with us this evening and it was a blast. Being open about our relationship has lifted a weight off our chests that we didn't realize we had. My sister is supportive, but I don't get to see her as much as I would like to. That woman is a workaholic. I'm just glad she is all for it and talks to me as often as she can. I can't express how important it is to have support from siblings.
As the evening turned late, his siblings started leaving one by one. We loved having them over for family time, but I'm exhausted and ready to relax.