A/N: This is the first chapter of the sequel to "If Only I Could Turn Back Time". Enjoy and please review if you want me to continue this story.
It had been three days since Zoey had been in the hospital and she and James were ready to bring their daughter home.
"Thanks for sticking around, Lola." Zoey embraced Lola while they stood in Zoey's hospital room.
"No problem." Lola hugged her tightly.
"There's something that I've been wanting to ask you." Zoey said.
"Yeah?" Lola asked.
"You have helped me through all of this more than anyone, and well, how do you feel about being Krista's godmother?" Zoey smiled.
"Seriously? Oh my gosh, yes!" Lola cheered.
The two hugged again but were interrupted by James walking in, holding Krista, who was swaddled up in a pink blanket.
"There's my baby girl!" Zoey exclaimed.
"Are you ready to head out? They're discharging both of you." James asked and Zoey nodded.
"Do you mind if I hold her before I leave?" Lola asked.
"Of course not." James laid Krista in Lola's arms.
"Hi baby. Hi…" Lola said in a baby voice. She handed Krista to James and hugged Zoey. "Okay, well I have to go or else I'll miss my flight. Ugh I'm not one to cry but I'm going to miss you. Take good care of my goddaughter, Zoey Brooks."
Zoey and Lola hugged and cried, but recollected themselves, knowing that Lola had to leave.
"Skype me, so that I can see that beautiful baby while I'm gone." Lola smiled and Zoey nodded.
Lola wiped her tears, gave James a pat on the shoulder and kissed Krista's forehead before walking out of the hospital room.
Dustin was very excited to have a niece, and Zoey's parents were proud to be grandparents. They even decorated the house for the baby's arrival. As soon as they got home, Zoey's family took turns holding her and admiring her, which left Zoey and James a moment to themselves in Zoey's room.
"James, we really need to start talking about where were headed. I know that we haven't really discussed any serious plans yet, but now it's time to talk about what were going to do." Zoey sat next to James on her bed.
"Like what?" James asked.
"Like our future! Where are we going to live? What job are you going to get to support this family? Our wedding…" Zoey trailed off and smiled at the thought.
James paused, thinking about his answer. "I guess when I'm at PCA I can get a job on campus but that's not going to be enough money-"
"When you're at PCA? What are you talking about?" Zoey asked.
"Well yeah, school starts up in a few weeks-"
"When did you decide that you were going to go back to PCA? Don't you think this is something that we could have decided on together?" Zoey asked.
"I knew that you would be totally against it." James answered.
"And you were right about that!" Zoey replied.
"I just thought it would be best if I would stay in school and you would be at home with the baby until I graduated. I mean I have to finish school! I love you but I can't put my life on hold. And you have your parents here to help-" James answered.
"Do you even realize what you're asking me to do- to sacrifice?" Zoey started to raise her voice. "So you don't have to put your life on hold, but I do? I love Krista and I will do anything for her, even if that means finishing high school online so that I can be with her-" Zoey broke down and started to cry. "I just need you to be here, James. I love you so much-"
"And I love you so much." James inched towards her and placed his arms around her waist and kissed her forehead.
"So you're really set on going." Zoey sniffled and laid her head against his chest as he held her in his arms.
"Zoey Brooks, one day I will marry you, and we will start our lives together. But until then, were just going to have to make it work." James kissed the top of her head and they remained in each other's embrace.
A/N: I hope that you enjoyed this first chapter! Review your thoughts and let me know if you want me to continue this story. Thank you! :)