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Summary: Someone arrives at plateau??? M/R

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Marguerite just sat in a chair on the balcony thinking how much her life has changed since she came to the plateau. She thought about how happy she is with Roxton and her new family as she calls the group. Marguerite loves having a family, she loves being loved by other people. She has never had that feeling before. Before she came to the plateau four years ago she was never loved by anyone.

Marguerite and Roxton have been married for a year now, and Marguerite has never been happier. It took her so long to give her heart to another man, but she finally succumbed to the pain. Roxton adores her. He takes such good care of her. Marguerite still has her moments where she becomes a little scared of loving Roxton. Every time she gave her heart to a man he just abused her. Roxton is patient with her because he knows that Marguerite needs to heel from her past.

Veronica has been like a younger sister to Marguerite, they share everything together. Marguerite helps Veronica work out her off and on relationship with Malone. They say they are just really good friends but Marguerite thinks there is more to it.

Veronica saw Marguerite. She went over to her to ask if she was OK, because she looked like she was far off in a distant place. When Veronica came over Marguerite came out of her little day dream and said hello to her.

Veronica: "Is anything wrong Marguerite? You look like you have a problem that needs solving."

Marguerite: "Well I sort of do have a little problem, actually a big problem."

Veronica: "What is it? You know you can tell me anything."

Marguerite: "I'm pregnant."

Veronica: "Thats wonderful news! Aren't you happy?"

Marguerite: "Yes! But I haven't told John yet, and I'm a little worried."

Veronica: "Is it because of what he did to you?" referring to her last husband.

Marguerits sat there thinking about her last husband Charles Ivory, and all the pain he brought to her. After they were married for five months he started to beat her. He began bringing mistresses to the house. Marguerite found out that she was pregnant and when she told Charles he beat her so badly that it made her loose the baby. Marguerite has never forgotten that moment since. When she told Roxton what Charles did to her he became furious. He wanted to go kill the man for hurting Marguerite like that.

Marguerite: "Yes. I know John would never think of doing anything to hurt me, but it's so hard to forget the past."

Veronica: "I know. Roxton will love your baby."

Marguerite just smiled at the blond haired beauty knowing that she was right.

Marguerite: "Well I guess it's time to tell him that he's going to be a father."

Veronica: "Why don't you go to the pond and tell him while you two are alone."

Marguerite: "Thats a great idea Veronica. Thank you."

Marguerite left the treehouse to go look for Roxton. She found him by the pond and was happy that they would have time alone together. She shouted hello to him so he would know it was her. He walked over to her and embraced her tenderly.

Roxton: "I've missed you darling."

Marguerite: "We've only been away from each other for half an hour."

Roxton: "I know, but I still missed you. Did you need something?"

Marguerite: "Well, I think we need to talk. There is something I need to tell you."

Roxton: "Go ahead."

Marguerite: "Maybe you should sit down for this."

Roxton did as he was told and sat down on a fallen tree. Marguerite sat down next to him. He seemed a little worried because Marguerite looked a little nervous about something.

Marguerite: "I..well...ummmm...."

Roxton: "Sweetheart just tell me what you need to say."

Marguerite: "Your going to be a father."

Marguerite rushed her statement out. She waited for Roxtons reaction. She became nervous because he just sat there completely silent. Then he smiled at her.

Marguerite: "Your happy about this?"

Roxton: "This is the greatest news any man could ask for!" he embraced her.

Marguerite: "Not all men think it's great." she said sadly.

Roxton: "I love you Marguerite, I always will. I'll never hurt you like Charles did."

Marguerite: "I know Roxton."

Roxton: "Well, should we go tell the others the wonderful news?"

Marguerite: "Yes, Veronica already knows, she had to help me get you alone."

They both walked back to the tree house together. Roxton had his arm protectively around Marguerites waist. He vowed to himself that he wouldn't let anything happen to her. They got to the tree house just as everyone was getting ready for dinner. Marguerite thought this was a good time as any to tell them the news. She waited until everyone was listening to her and she told them.

Challenger: "Thats wonderful Marguerite, I'm so happy for the two of you."

Malone: "Wow, thats excellent," he said giving Roxton a pat on the back.

Veronica: "I can't wait Marguerite!"

When all the congratulating was finished they sat down and ate their supper. When they all finished they pitched in to help clean up. Afterwords Marguerite went to the balcony to go look at the evening stars. Roxton quickly followed her.

Roxton: "What are you thinking about sweetheart?" as he wrapped his arms around her.

Marguerite: "Oh, just how much a baby will change our lives. I've always wanted to have children ever since I was a little girl but I lost hope after what Charles did."

Roxton: "I think having a baby around will be good for all of us."

Marguerite: "Thank you Roxton, you mean so much to me! All of you do. I've never had a home where I was loved so much by so many people."

Roxton just held her and told her that he loved her. He hated seeing her hurt. He knew how much she hated her past. Just then the explorers heard the elevator rising.

Challenger: "Are we expecting company?"

Veronica: "I don't think so."

Roxton: "Who is it?" he asked coming back into the house with Marguerite in his arms.

Malone: "I don't know but we'll find out soon."

Just then the elevator was in full view. Marguerite, being the first to see who it was, let out a cry and fainted into Roxtons arms.

Roxton: "Marguerite!" he cried worridly.

Malone: "Who are you?" wondering who would scare Marguerite into a faint.

Man: "Why, I'm Charles Ivory!"


~To be continued~

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