Family Frenemies VII

Previously: Elliot and Madeline got hitched, and romance sparked between Aisha and her blue-haired, cat-loving paramour, Shawn. The death of the household's sole remaining pet, Mallory, inspired Aisha to promptly adopt another stray named King.

Now that they're hitched, Elliot and Madeline decided it was finally time for them to move out of Phoebe's house and strike out on their own. They've bought this adorable little home in Windenburg.

In the winter, there's a skating rink practically next door, so they decided to spend their first night (while the movers were busy moving in all of their furniture... or something) breaking it in.

Elliot's really not sure the skating life is for him.

Instead, he takes advantage of the conveniently-placed easel nearby and whips up a quick portrait of his wife totally dominating the ice.

All that skating really wore Madeline out, so she tests out their brand new tub with a lavender soak bath, which looks like it may be a little too relaxing.

Okay, a lot too relaxing. Madeline, wake up this instant!

Madeline: Holy shit, that was a close call.

Tell me about it!

Madeline: Oh my God, honey, I have some amazing news! First of all, I singlehandedly saved myself from drowning to death in the bathtub...
Elliot: Wait, what?
Madeline: Secondly, we're having a baby!
Elliot: Wait, WHAT?!?

Elliot: You mean to tell me you nearly just killed our baby?!?
Madeline: But I didn't! The baby's perfectly fine! Let's celebrate!

Aisha invited them out to the Spice Festival later that night, and even though I rarely pass up the opportunity to go to the Spice Festival, something tells me it may not have been the best idea this time around...

Patrons: Must. Brave. The. Elements. Will. Stop. At. Nothing. To. Try. Spicy. Food.

Madeline: Babe, this is totally nuts, and I don't think the baby likes it very much. Can we please go somewhere warmer?

Elliot: This is better, isn't it?
Madeline: Well, the food leaves a lot to be desired. But at least we aren't freezing to death.

Madeline: Honey, do you still think I'm sexy with this baby bump?

Elliot: Of course you're still sexy! You're going to be the sexiest mom ever!

I think that must have sounded better in his head.

Speaking of making one's own way in the world, Aisha is also feeling the itch to get out of her mom's house. During her adventures in Brindleton Bay, she came across this adorable cat-themed abode. While Elliot's at work one day, she asks Madeline to scope the place out with her.

Aisha: Well, what do you think? Isn't it just the cutest little house you've ever seen?!?
Madeline: It's certainly very... you.

Aisha: *sighs contentedly* I think it's absolutely perfect.
Madeline: Okay, well, I'm just going to take a little rest here while you look around. This baby's really taking it out of me!

If the cat strolling past in the last shot escaped your notice, she certainly didn't escape Aisha's. Turns out this place is not only cat-themed but an actual cat haven. Aisha will never want for feline companionship again!

Aisha: Wow, they even let the cats into the bars around here. This town is the greatest.

Aisha: I think we're going to be very happy here together. How would you like to join the family, little lady?

The cat's name is Cashew, and the scenery here is so stunning that it just takes my breath away. Even though Salim lived in Brindleton Bay all that time ago, I never properly explored it like I should have, but I think I may have found my new favorite world.

Aisha: I AM OFFICIALLY MARKING THIS HOUSE AS MINE!
Townie: That's nice, lady, but the sidewalk is still public property, and I kind of need to get past.

Anyway, did someone ask for scenery spam? Because Brindleton Bay may be the most gorgeous winter wonderland I've ever seen in my life. Here, marvel at its beauty:

In real life? Winter can take a hike. In the Sims? I kind of want to stare at this forever.

Aisha: Mom, I think I just found the house of my dreams! Also, I brought this new cat home while I figure out the logistics of it all. Hope you don't mind!

Cashew immediately made herself at home.

Jane: What has this place come to? I pop out of my urn to enjoy a nice baked potato, only to find the house positively littered with cats!
Aisha: Hey, that's my baked potato and my cat. Show a little respect!

Geez, the ghosts are really out in full force tonight, aren't they?

I think Heidi is trying to scare Cashew away by lifting an entire refrigerator with her supernatural energy, but Cashew refuses to be moved!

Madeline: Oh God, are these contractions? I don't know how contractions are supposed to feel! Elliot! Elliot, where are you, goddamn it?!?

As adorable as this kitten painting is (it will be the perfect housewarming gift for Aisha!), there are more pressing matters that need to be attended to right now.

Madeline: What are you doing in here? Didn't you hear me calling? It's time, fool! Grab the go bag and get me to the hospital, now!
Elliot: Oh my God, honey... I forgot to pack the go bag.

Elliot: You can take care of the rest of it, right? I'll just stay out of your way and wait over here.

Elliot: Are they going to get a doctor in here or what? Guess I'd better sanitize just in case I have to deliver this baby.
Madeline: Lord, please let the doctor get here soon!

Okay, I'm almost thinking Elliot should have delivered the baby because the doctor seems to have just removed Madeline's heart and that can't be right.

Elliot: I can't look! I can't look!

Doctor: Oh, um, don't worry, ma'am! We'll get that thing back where it belongs right away!

Madeline: Is this guy sure he knows what he's doing? I don't want to die in this thing!

I definitely want to see this guy's medical license when all is said and done, but at the very least he finally managed to get the baby out. It's a girl named Nadia, and she already loves her daddy!

She's less enthused to meet her mommy (who is thankfully alive and well), but I'm sure she'll warm up to her soon.

Elliot: I think our baby likes me more than she likes you... Just saying!

Elliot: Uh, honey, do you smell something burning?

I know it looks like nothing is amiss here, but trust me when I say that a fire was blazing on the ceiling just above Elliot's head. I guess this is why you should never leave the fireplace going when you leave the house, but, to be fair, it was kind of an emergency and no one was thinking straight, okay?!?