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Squeaking bed springs and laughter roused (y/n) from her peaceful slumber. She cracked her eyes open and was met by the sight of her five-year-old daughter, Zoey, jumping wildly on her bed. She couldn't contain her own laughter as she smiled at the hyperactive child, she definitely took after her uncle. (Y/n) pulled Zoey into her arms, squeezing her to her chest whilst she pressed kisses all over the little girl, causing her to squeal in delight. Scooping her up, (y/n) carried Zoey downstairs. Glancing around the loft as they made their way down, she searched for her husband. When she couldn't see Derek, she assumed that he was out on his morning run. Walking to the kitchen she saw her three-year-old son, Andy, perched on the sofa, staring intently at the cartoons playing on the TV. She ruffled his hair on her way past, bending to press a kiss to his head.

She set Zoey down and started preparing pancakes. While she prepared the batter for the pancakes a soft tune escaped her lips, only to be interrupted by Zoey nudging at her side. Looking down, a wide smile spreading across her face. Her daughter was holding up a beautiful bouquet of flowers.

"Did your dad put you up to this?"

Zoey just smiled sweetly at her mum before handing over the flowers. They were (y/n)'s favourites, Derek had spent far too long at the supermarket yesterday making sure they were absolutely perfect. Her heart fluttered in her chest as she admired the flowers before she noticed a note tucked between the stems. Setting it on the countertop, (y/n) searched the kitchen cabinets for a vase. After she found one, she arranged the flowers whilst still admiring them. Reaching for the note eagerly she opened it to reveal Derek's messy handwriting, it wished her a happy anniversary and told her to meet him, with the kids, by their spot in the woods at noon. Confusion furrowed her brows as she reread the note but she couldn't stop the excitement fluttering in her stomach.

As the morning quickly faded into the afternoon, (y/n) got Zoey and Andy ready, swooning over their adorable, tiny clothes. She rushed to get herself ready as well, wanting to look her best for Derek on their anniversary. Eventually, she picked out one of her best dresses, it highlighted her favourite parts of her figure and she knew Derek loved it. Collecting everything they could possibly need she shepherded the children into the car before driving towards the woods.

Once the arrived (y/n) breathed in deeply, taking in the sweet scent of summer that hung in the air. Scooping Andy into her arms she helped him out of the car whilst Zoey started to run around the open space, (y/n) really need to limit the amount of time Zoey spent with Stiles. She squealed in shock when she felt two strong arms make their way around her waist. Derek chuckled, pressing a kiss to her neck before turning her around in his arms. He beamed at her, leaving her unable to she stop the way her heart fluttered in her chest. Even after years of being together, she was still so pleased that Derek had reached a point of acceptance where he wasn't afraid or ashamed to express his happiness. He was leaning in to steal a kiss from her lips when he was stopped by his son making loud gagging noises.

"Sorry buddy" Derek chuckled before taking his son into his arms and snuggling him close to his broad chest. He chased after Zoey, scooping her into his arms causing both children to erupt into fits of laughter. (Y/n)'s heart swelled in her chest as she watched her husband, the grumpiest werewolf known to mankind, turn into a huge softy when he played with his children.

"So, are you going to tell me what we're doing here?"

Derek smirked at her as he shook his head. She groaned in exasperation but followed Derek as he started to make his way through the forest. They'd been walking for some time when he stopped and told her to close her eyes. She frowned at him before doing as he said. Placing his hands over her eyes, he guided her forward. Derek pressed a tender kiss on her temple before slowly moving his hands away. He whispered surprise into her ear whilst his eyes scanned her face, both eager and nervous to see her reaction.

(Y/n) was frozen in place as she took in the sight in front of her. Where the ruins of the Hale house once stood was a beautiful family home. It was elegant whilst still looking homely and welcoming, she couldn't get over how different it looked. Her eyes desperately tried to soak in every detail as she admired the house. Derek started to get nervous, misconceiving her awe as confusion or aversion.

"I-I started fixing it up just under a year ago. Do you remember you said you wanted our kids to grow up in a cliché family home?" He turned to her expectantly but all she could do was nod, unable to take her eyes away from the house. Derek couldn't stop himself from rambling."Well, I-I wanted us to have that and despite the awful things that have happened here I was happy when I was little and I wanted the kids to experience that too. So it's ours if you want it, we could move in tonight or two years from now. It's completely up to you-"

He was stopped by her hand closing around his. (Y/n) looked at him with eyes consumed by love and excitement.

"It's ours? We get to live here?" Her voice sang with exhilaration as she threw herself into Derek's arms. He caught her easily, burying his head into the crook of her neck. He couldn't stop the smile pulling at his cheeks, he'd been planning this for nearly a year and he'd been terrified that she wouldn't like it. Slowly he put her down, entwining their hands together.

"It's our's baby, do you want to look inside?"

She nodded her head before dashing towards the house, giggling when the kids tried to keep up with her. She stopped when she reached the door, slowly she reached for the handle, gently opening it. The breath caught in her throat as she admired the interior of the house. It was painted in soft, calming hues that perfectly accompanied the furniture Derek had picked. She turned around to see Derek leaning against the door frame.

"Glad to see you invested in some furniture" His smile dropped into a disapproving scowl but all she could do was laugh as she reached out for him. Stubbornly, he refused to accept her kisses, feigning annoyance and hurt instead. Eventually, she coaxed a smile out of him as their lips softly brushed together. Melting into the kiss she wrapped her arms around his neck before they had to separate for air.

"I love it Der" She beamed at him, she couldn't comprehend the fact that this was her home now.

"You haven't even made it into the kitchen yet" His voice was light with amusement as he pulled her impossibly closer to his chest.

"I know but I can guarantee I'll love it because it's our's and you made it for us" Derek looked down bashfully, unable to cope with the amount of love radiating from her smile.

They had spent the rest of the day exploring their new house and introducing the idea of moving to the children. They were incredibly excited and couldn't wait to move. Neither could (y/n), as she laid in her bed, for possibly the last time, she couldn't stop her daydreams about the new house and all of the memories they would make there. Derek emerged from the bathroom, smiling down at her as he wiggled his eyebrows suggestively.

"Do I get my anniversary gift now?"

She laughed at his boldness before shaking her head. "Get your head out of the gutter"

Derek laughed with her before lying down next to her in bed. She reached into the draws of her bedside table and pulled out a small, rectangular box. She passed it to Derek, placing a kiss on his cheek. He eagerly opened it to reveal a pregnancy test. His eyes shot up to hers as he waited for her to confirm what he desperately hoped to be true.

"Guess it's a good thing the new house has a spare bedroom"