After the confrontation between Emma and my ex wife Michelle, I had an different outlook on things Michelle had been out of rehab and dating again I was really happy for her she seemed to warm up to Emma and I as a couple but I still need to tell her about the new addition in the Haner household before it's too late it was my day with Claire and I wanted to tell her about her new brother or sister that would be joining the family. Taking the news would be stressful I hope not.

Emma and I had gotten back to Huntington Beach a little later than Zack and Maria we all decided to meet up for the usual brunch before heading up to Matt and Val s house for a later gathering I wanted to tell everyone the news I didn't know if Michelle was going to be there or not I wasn't expecting her to show up with her new beau Eric. We weren't expected to become the best of friends right off bat but I it couldn't hurt to make a new friend outside of my usual circle would it? I ran into the living room to find Emma and Pinkly getting to know each other as well my phone call with Michelle had me rethinking everything I didn't want her to leave my life completely we were working on establishing a friendship and being co parents to Claire while refraining from destorying our current relationships all in one setting.

Zack and Maria were already at our usual café sitting close to the window while Emma and I struggled with directions those two were great with directons walking inside Emma grabbed a seat next to Maria while I grabbed a window seat next to Zack. He flipped through the menu and ordered his usual coffee and toast I ordered my bacon and eggs scrambled of course I looked up at Emma I really loved how her reflects off of the sunlight her hair has an angelic glow to it.

"So what time does Val want us over?" I asked

"She said around 4:00." Zack replied

"That sounds reasonable." I said taking a bite of my eggs.

"So how did lunch go with Arin? " I asked sipping my coffee

"He never showed up." Zack replied

"Why? " I questioned

"I guess he had prior engagements to attend to. " Zack said biting his toast.

We all went our seperate ways after brunch ended Emma clung to my side as we walked back to my car I have grown to love her each passing day now that she was carrying my second child I worried how the rest of my bandmates will react to her unexpected pregnancy Val wouldn't take the news very well but she would have to come around someday it may not be tomorrow, tonight, or a few hours from now but I needed her support more than anything right now.

Michelle hadn't texted me at all today about having Claire for this week I was worried about Claire not recognizing me what am I doing with myself? I asked myself that question everyday of the week but I hope she warms up to the news Michelle on the other hand that's a story for another time right now I have to focus on my responsibility of being a good father to both of my children and making sure that everyone gets along for the benefit of the children.

As Emma and I pulled into Matt and Val's driveway, I became more anxious than excited maybe it was my nerves or that everyone would be staring at Emma's pre baby bump they will all be slightly disappointed in my choice to have another child but with a different woman who is so much younger than me but that didn't bother me in the slightest I was actually pretty clam about it most people would be sweating their balls off but not me I had balls of steel weird anology I know it seemed so much better in my head.

"Welcome!" Val said pulling me in for a hug.

"Hi Val where's my daughter? " I asked

"She's in the playroom with River." Val replied

I walked upstairs to River's room to see River and Claire enjoying cartoons and apple juice I ran over to Claire and picked her up and cradle her in my arms my dedication to my daughter was just a pleasure speaking of babies I still need to tell her and everyone about Emma's baby bump or they will all start getting suspicious the armageddon is upon us.

Emma followed right behind me sitting down on the couch she didn't want to alert anyone with her belly all she wanted was to have a great time she couldn't drink heavily she didn't want to injury the already growing baby in her belly she only stuck with water but she will meet Michelle when she arrived with Eric in tow Emma wanted to hide her pregnant belly from Michelle the things she heard about Michelle weren't as nice as she wanted them to be according to Brian Michelle was a changed person but Emma had to judge that for herself.

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Taking advantage of meeting Brian's ex wife again was the farthest thing away from her mind it's not a sure thing that they will become the best friends besides Michelle completed a month in rehab and was sober for the health of her daughter Emma really saw how Michelle was around Claire and she wanted to cherish her child the way Michelle cherished hers. Michelle and Eric had sat next to each other on the couch when they both heard a commotion from upstairs.. It sounded like Emma and Brian...


Leave me alone Brian!" Emma demanded as I made his to the locked bathroom door.

"Emma, please! Please let's just talk about this." I pleaded as I followed her upstairs to the bathroom. Once she reached inside, she slammed the door shut on me and locked it. "Sweetheart I really want to talk."

"There is nothing to talk about!" She yelled from the other side. I could hear the sounds of zippers zipping and unzipping. Clothes being tossed from one side to the other and shoes falling on the floor in the process.

"Baby, I'm sorry! Please. I'm begging you, let's just talk for five minutes. Please!" At this point, I don't know what other choice I have than to just beg Emma to talk to me. I got down on both knees in front of the closed door and just listened as everything grew still. No movement or anything for what felt like the longest ten seconds of my life. Finally I could hear her footsteps slowly come closer and closer to the door. My heart began to race at the sound of the door unlocking.

She slowly opened the door to see me down on my knees, tears ran down her cheeks and her mascara left the trails. She was so brokenhearted and sad, and even then, I couldn't get over how beautiful she is. She sniffled and wiped the tears off of her face. "Five minutes." She demanded before walking back into the room and sitting down on the edge of the bed.

Her arms folded across her chest as she stared down at her lap, refusing to look at me.
I got up and walked over to her. Sitting beside her was going to be hard to get her to look at me. I kneeled down in front of her and rested my hands on her knees. "Emma , I know that I haven't been the best to you for the past two weeks, hell, I treated you like shit. I know that. I can't even begin to describe how sorry I am. Baby, I was scared. I never thought about being a father one day, and my biggest fear now is letting you and our baby down. I love you, more than you will ever know, and I don't want to lose you. Please, all I am asking is for you to let me make it up to you." I said
Emma refused to look at me. She remained quiet for another few seconds before sighing softly to herself. "Why did you lie to me? Why didn't you tell me Michelle was released? Or for that matter, why didn't you tell me you were going to her welcome home party?

I remained silent for a minute then just when I was about to speak and phone call interrupted my train of thought I didn't bother to answer it I turned back to Emma and she was fuming with hurt and anger she should have just left me and not turn back around she didn't deserve me I wasn't the person she was destined to fall in love with but she was carrying my unborn child and I needed to there for them both either way I seriously fucked up with her I could have any girl I wanted but my heart drove me to her.. I can't let her go without saying my last goodbye.

Notes

Here's the final chapter I had a fun rollercoaster ride writing this a sequel is in the works!