A/N: So, this idea has been floating around in my head for a while and I could never figure out what to do with it... Until CierraLuv97 helped me out, so now this is alive and well(:

This could be seen as a prequel to It's Your Turn, but it can be read without It's Your Turn.

Disclaimer: I do not Scooby and the Gang. All rights belong to Hanna Barbera and those who have affiliated.


Velma Dinkley sighed heavily as she continued reading the book in her hands. The romance novel was lent to her by her best friend, Daphne Blake, in hopes of getting Velma to read something other than educational books. And knowing Velma, she'd read anything given to her, no matter the genre.

Velma had to admit that she was in need of a good book lately, since she had just re-read The Atom: Nothing or Everything for the third time in a single month. She wasn't so sure about the romance novel, however, but she felt that she owed Daphne. Considering that her best friend begged and pleaded that the brunette take the book, Velma had to, even though she didn't understand Daphne's sudden need and urgency.

It was Dear John - one of Daphne's all time favorites and most prized possessions. So, Velma was taken aback at the redhead's generosity. However, Velma could have sworn she saw Daphne cry when handing it over. If she was so attached to the book, then why would she give it away just like that? Velma didn't know and reluctantly decided to read it.

She was on page fifty-four when she realized that there was a large gap in the next couple of pages. After marking the page she was currently on, she then went to the gap and saw a note. It had been folded carefully into small squares and Velma's name was beautifully scripted in purple ink - obviously Daphne's handwriting.

Velma slowly opened the piece of paper to find more words in purple ink. She began at the beginning:

Dear Velma,

I'm sorry that this is how I have to tell you this... It' such a stupid idea, but I just don't think I could say it to your face... Um, well, remember Prom Night two months ago? And what I told you about me and Fred?...

Velma paused as the memories of Daphne popped back into her mind. She remembered her best friend showing up at her doorstep early in the morning on the day after their senior Prom. Her red curls were wild and ratty, and her purple dress was so wrinkled, as if it were thrown in a corner and left there... She had this glow to her and a stupid smile plastered across her face. That was when she confessed to her and Fred taking the next step and Velma had thought, No duh! Have you seen yourself?

Well... I really don't know how to tell you except just to say it. So, here goes nothing - Velma, I'm pregnant.

Velma froze and she could have sworn that the world had stopped spinning. Pregnant?

She went back and re-read that line and sighed. Yes, pregnant...

And now is the point of this letter where I freak out... I don't know what to do, Vel! I only found out a few days ago and it's official. I took tests and went to the doctor for confirmation! Then I got a letter from the New York University of Fashion telling me of my acceptance! And now I can't even go...

Velma's heart nearly burst at that news. She and Daphne had both applied to their dream colleges at the same time. They had gone to Blake Manor and filled out the applications in her room, both giggly and excited in their actions. Velma applied to Harvard while Daphne applied to NYU of Fashion, then they sent them off together. Velma had received her acceptance letter a month later, but that was back in March. Harvard had taken one look at her application and said yes, but she and Daphne had been waiting on the redhead's letter for months now. Apparently, that was all going to change...

I haven't told my parents of the baby or my college acceptance. I wanted you to be the first to know both, Vel. I haven't told Freddie... Oh God, Freddie... I don't even want to think about his reaction! He just told me last week about his full-ride scholarship for football! He's so excited and I don't want to bring him down when he's worked so hard...

I guess you might want to know how I suspected my pregnancy; maybe you don't, but I'm going to tell you anyway.

Velma laughed out loud at that. Typical Daphne - going to do what she wants, no matter what anyone says about it.

I woke up one morning, not feeling well, and when I sat up in my bed... I just got nauseous - enough said. (I'll spare you the details on that one.) Anyways, at first I thought I had just gotten a virus or some sort of food poisoning, but I would just get sick in the mornings, and then be completely fine.

And then mood swings already took over me...

"Daph, you don't need to be pregnant to have major mood swings," Velma said out loud, as if anyone could hear her.

I was short with everyone: Daddy, Mother, Daisy, Delilah, Dawn, and Jenkins! Then our cook asked what I wanted for lunch and I just fell to the floor to cry! That was when I realized something wasn't right... I thought that maybe it was close to that time of the month (you know what I mean) and so I checked my calendar...

I was late - almost a month! How did I miss that? I really just don't know what to do, but I wanted to tell you this because you're my best friend and I trust you more than anyone on this earth! (I kind of lost some trust in Fred that night…)

Velma's eyes widened. Daphne had never told her something that deep to her before. Sure she had said that they were best friends, but to have someone trust you more than anyone else made Velma feel extraordinary.

I guess that's it. Please let me know when you've read this. Thanks, Vel, and you know I love ya.

Daph

Velma set down the note carefully, taking slow breaths in concentration. Blake Manor was about four blocks from her house and she could always ride her bike over there. It couldn't be too bad, and besides, Velma knew that her best friend needed someone. So, the brunette went to the garage and got her bike. She didn't have her driver's license, because come on, who needs to drive when Fred can caravan everyone around in the Mystery Machine?

After about ten minutes of pedaling, Velma stood in front of Blake Manor. She knocked on the door and Jenkins answered, "Yes, Miss. Dinkley?"

"Um, is Daphne here?" the small girl asked quietly.

"Of course; she's in her room. Should I announce your arrival?" the butler requested.

"N-no thank you, Jenkins. I'll just see my way up there," Velma replied.

"As you wish, Miss Dinkley," Jenkins said before shutting the door and leaving the grand hallway.

Velma made her way up the large staircase and down the many twists and turns of hallways to get to the redhead's room. She tapped the door, probably not loud enough, and silently entered the room.

Daphne was on her bed with her head hanging off the side, gripping a book in her hands. She was wearing pajama shorts and Fred's Coolsville Cougars sweatshirt even though it was the 4th of July.

Velma continued to creep inside the room. As she got closer to her friend, the smaller girl read the title of the book Daphne was reading: What to Expect When You're Expecting. "You really shouldn't be reading that out in the open," Velma suggested.

Daphne jerked, nearly rolling off the end of the bed. "Gah, Vel, don't do that! You scared me!"

Velma couldn't help but laugh and Daphne joined in with her. Velma repeated, "I said you really shouldn't be reading out in the open. I could've been your mom and come in to see you."

Daphne smirked as she sat up, then pulled Fred's sweatshirt tighter around her body. "Well, we have a knocking policy in this household, so I would've known if she wanted to come in here."

Velma nodded and sat down next to Daphne on the bed. She picked up the 'expecting' book and flipped through its contents. "How are you, Daphne?"

The redhead shrugged and ran a hand through her messy hair. "I could be better - a lot better."

Velma half-smiled. "You still plan on coming tonight?"

Daphne smiled. "Yeah, why wouldn't I? It's July 4th, we always go to the lake!"

"When do you plan on telling everyone else?" Velma questioned quietly, fingers still flipping through the pages.

"I don't know... Soon, I hope, or whenever I get the courage," Daphne answered.

Suddenly, there was a knock at the door and Daphne snatched her book from Velma's hands, stuffing it in her pillow case. She then called out, "Come in!"

Velma stood up and the door opened swiftly as the boys and Scooby Doo entered. "Like, guess what we got?" Shaggy Rogers exclaimed, holding up a giant bag. "Fireworks!"

"Rand rirecrackers!" Scooby added while jumping up and down. "Ri rove rhe rourth rof Ruly!"

Shaggy and Scooby began showing the bag's contents to Velma, who couldn't be less interested.

Fred Jones walked over to the bed and sat down next to his girlfriend. He gave her a quick kiss on the lips and snaked an arm around her waist, pulling her close. "Hey, Daph."

"Hey." She looked away to avoid his face, but then locked eyes with Velma. Her best friend gave her a look of sympathy before looking back at the dog and beatnik, who were still going through all the fireworks.

"You okay?" Fred whispered, tightening his grip around Daphne.

Daphne nodded while looking at her boyfriend. "Yeah, I'm fine."

"Like, we need to get going if we want to beat all the traffic!" Shaggy said. He practically ran toward the door in excitement. "Let's go, guys!"

"Shaggy, I need to get ready first!" Daphne told him as she got off the bed.

"Well, like, hurry Daphne!"

"Reah, rurry!" Scooby agreed.

Daphne laughed and rolled her eyes as she entered her bathroom to change. After about five minutes, Daphne heard a crash come from her room. She quickly exited the bathroom in her bikini top and swim shorts. "What happened?" Daphne asked at the sight of Fred on the floor and Velma clutching her pillow.

"Gah, Velmster!" Fred complained while rubbing the top of his head. "What's up with you?"

Daphne looked to her best friend in horror for an explanation. "He was about to lay on your pillow," Velma admitted.

Daphne breathed a sigh of relief. "Oh okay, thanks Velma."

The smaller girl smiled and set the pillow back on the bed. "No problem."

"What's wrong with the pillow?" Fred asked.

"I, uh, don't like it when other people lay on my pillows?" Daphne answered, her voice rising in the state of a question.

Fred raised an eyebrow at his girlfriend. "Uh..."

"Come on Fred, you should know these things about your girlfriend!" Velma exclaimed to cover up the situation. "Who dropped you when you were a child, because you ought to sue them."

Fred stuck his tongue at the smaller girl and Daphne rolled her eyes. "Let's get going!"

Shaggy and Scooby were first out the door without any hesitation. The other three laughed at their actions before following. As they walked out the door, Daphne pulled Velma aside and enveloped her in a giant bear hug. "Thanks again, Velma. You have no idea how much your support means to me..."

"You're welcome, Daph," Velma said, returning the hug. "I'm not going anywhere; you can trust me."


A/N: Well, this started out really good, and then went downhill. The 'dropped when you were a child' line was said by CierraLuv97 and I laughed my head off! (We're having a side conversation in PMs and I had to use it!) Anyways, this is not my best work because I'm sick...

On another note, most of the time when I write, I picture the teens from SD! The Mystery Begins/Curse of the Lake Monster… I just find them easier to write for because they're actual teens… Y'all can picture any type of Mystery Inc. you want, but this is me(:

Also, thanks for all the positive feedback on When Will You Ever Learn? I really appreciate all the nice things you've said!

So, please review to let me know what you think. Good? Bad? Let me know(:

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