A/N 1 - Special thanks to my beta saiken2009, without her this story wouldn't even exist yet. Love ya so much! Hope you guys like this one :-)

A/N 2 - As I said this is rated M for a reason. Sexual situations, language, overall dark themes. You've been warned. Now enjoy :-)

A year and a half had passed since Mike and Lea's wedding and everything was back to normal. Well, as normal as life at 1334 North Beechwood could be. There had been many adventures the boys and Lea had been through in that time; saving Peter from a crooked candy maker who wanted to enslave the children of the world with tainted lollipops, saving Davy from a muscle man whose girlfriend batted her eyes at him, saving Micky from a frankenstein/wolfman like creature he created using a chemistry set and "borrowed" genetic material. It seemed someone always needed saving, but they always found a way.

Their latest adventure found them at an abandoned toy factory, where the head toymaker had been kidnapped and forced to create robots that impersonated political figures. The madman behind the scheme wanted to use these robots to turn over the power to him so he could take over the world. Luckily, Lea, Sammy and the boys were able to put a stop to him before the robots could be completed.

Since then, things had been quiet and gigs were steady; so everyone was in a good mood. Being young and in love provoked big changes in Mike and Lea. Mike learned to calm down, a bit, and let things happen as they were going to. He still had that touch of a perfectionist in him, but he learned to let things go when they weren't important, at least. Lea was finally able to let people in and not feel as though she was alone in the world. The boys showed her that real families stick by each other no matter what.

One evening, Mike came downstairs with Lea and found Micky, Sammy, Peter and Davy sitting at the table waiting for dinner. They joined the others and sat in the two empty chairs. Micky and Sammy we're having a discussion about a geological expedition about an hour away that was being planned by a big shot archeologist. Peter was scribbling song ideas in a notebook Mike had given him for his birthday. Davy was staring out the window; daydreaming about a girl, no doubt.

"Lea and I have some news we'd like to share," Mike said suddenly. Unfortunately, everyone was so wrapped up in what they were doing they didn't hear him. Mike cleared his voice and yelled, "Hey, you guys!"

"Don't do that!" came four startled voices.

"Geeze Mike, you don't have to yell!" Micky replied.

"Yeah, Mike, you'll give one of us a heart attack that way," Davy quipped.

"Well, if you guys had heard me the first time I wouldn't have had to yell now would I?" Mike countered.

"What's up guys?" Sammy questioned. "You look like you've got something to say."

"Well," Mike continued, "I was trying to say Lea and I have some news we'd like to share." He looked at Lea with a smile then returned his gaze to their waiting friends. "Umm," he stuttered, "we... er... it's like this... Lea and I... we umm." No matter how hard he tried he couldn't get the words to come out. He was so excited, but so nervous at the same time.

"What Mike is trying to say," Lea interjected, "is that he and I are going to have a baby!"

"What she said," Mike added.

"You're pregnant!?" Sammy exclaimed. "Oh my God! Congratulations!"

Lea moved away from Mike; allowing the others to see her tiny baby bump.

"I couldn't really hide it anymore and I wanted to tell you before you figured it out on your own and yelled at me for not telling you," Lea said smiling.

Sammy jumped up and wrapped her arms around Lea so hard, Lea almost fell out of the chair. Micky, who had also jumped up from his seat, lifted Lea up and started spinning her around.

"Micky!" Peter cried, "Don't squeeze her, you're gonna squish the baby!"

"You can't squish a baby that way Pete," Micky said placing Lea back on the floor.

"Are you ok, hun?" Sammy asked. "You look a little green."

"I'll be ok in a minute, Sammy, thanks," Lea said taking a few deep breaths. "I haven't quite gotten past the morning sickness; and really it's more like all day sickness."

"When did you find out?" Sammy squealed. "And what took you so long to tell us?"

"Relax Sam," Lea replied, "We only found out for sure three weeks ago. Our doctor told us it would be best to wait a bit, to make sure I wouldn't miscarry."

Lea remembered the day they found out very well. She had been feeling sick for over a week and Mike finally made her go get herself checked out. He had driven her there and insisted on going in to make sure she actually went in.

The thought of being pregnant had crossed her mind, but only briefly. She hadn't even said anything about it to Mike and had since forgotten all about it.

As they sat there Mike fidgeted nervously as he always did when Lea wasn't feeling well. Ever since the whole James/Babyface situation he had vowed he would make sure she was always ok. It got on her nerves at time, but she knew he only wanted to keep her safe. So she went along with it and didn't complain, for the most part.

Today she wasn't complaining at all. All she wanted was to feel better. Luckily, they didn't have to wait long to be seen. She explained how she had been feeling over the past week; fatigued, nauseous, sore, and overall cranky and the doctor took a few notes then left the room. He came back for a urine and blood sample.

Mike had been nervous about that; always fearing the worst when it came to Lea. When the doctor finally came back he got the shock of his life.

"Well, we've got your test results back Mrs. Nesmith," the doctor explained. "And I'm happy to tell you that you and your husband are expecting."

"Really?" Lea said in disbelief.

"Wait," Mike interjected. "Expecting what?"

"A baby, Mike," Lea replied. "I'm pregnant."

"You… you're… me and you… a baby?" Mike burst out in shock.

"Yes, Michael," Lea said placing his hand over her abdomen. "You and I are going to have a baby."

"I can't believe we created a little life together," Mike said rubbing his hand back and forth. "And it's right here, inside you. God, I love you Lea Nesmith."

"I love you too, Mike Nesmith," Lea replied, kissing him gently. "And this little one too." She placed her hand on top of his and smiled; they would finally be a real family.

"Come here, love!" Davy yelled hugging her gently, bringing her back to the present. "I'm so happy for you! How far along are you? When are you due? Tell me something please! I can't take the suspense." He began hopping up and down causing Lea to bounce as well.

"Davy!" Lea exclaimed, "I didn't know you would be so excited! I'm happy you are, but please stop bouncing."

"Oh! Sorry, love," Davy squeaked.

"Well, to answer your questions," Lea started. "I'm about 10 weeks along. So I'm due in October."

"Oh a halloween baby!" Peter shouted. "This is so exciting! I, myself, am deeply jealous."

"Aww, Pete, you'll find the right girl and have a family one day," Lea said hugging him. "And in the mean time you get to have some practice with our little one. We're gonna need all the help we can get."

"Thanks, Lea, I can't wait to meet the little guy or girl," Peter said running his hand over her stomach. "I would love to help you guys. We all would. This is just so exciting!"

"Wait a minute," Micky interrupted. "I thought you didn't start getting big until later on."

"Wha…" Lea stuttered. "I didn't think I was that big yet. I've only just started showing." By the look on her face she was clearly unhappy with Micky's observation. Mike wanted to ring Micky's neck for upsetting her so. He could already see the tears forming in her eyes. Her emotions had been so out of whack lately that she couldn't seem to handle much of anything; be it excitement or disappointment.

"The doctor said some people show earlier than others," Mike said slapping Micky upside the head. "Every pregnancy is different."

"Geeze, Mike, that's not what I meant at all," Micky replied rubbing his head. "I'm sorry, Lea, I just thought we wouldn't be able to tell until later on. I didn't mean to hurt your feelings."

"It's ok, Mick," Lea said wiping the unshed tears from her eyes. "My moods are just all over the place lately. I still haven't gotten used to it."

Micky wrapped her in a big hug and, like Peter, rested his hand on her stomach; wondering at the fact that there was a tiny baby in there.

"Ahem," Mike cleared his throat loudly. Even though it was only Peter and Micky, he didn't like anyone touching Lea in such an intimate way. It gave him bad memories, but he wasn't about to admit it, however. He really didn't want to bring anything up from the past; especially with things going so well.

"Mike!" Peter cried. "We almost forgot about you! Congratulations, you must be so excited!"

"Thanks, Shotgun," Mike said as he ran his fingers through his hair. "I am really excited. Still kinda in shock though. I didn't even know what to think when the doctor told us."

"In shock?" Micky asked. "Weren't you guys planning this? I thought you guys wanted kids."

"Well… you see… planning's not really the word," Mike fumbled.

"We figured if it was meant to happen, it would happen," Lea finished for him. "We knew we wanted to have kids. We just didn't expect it to happen so soon, but we are very happy about it."

"Congratulations, Mike," Davy said turning to shake Mike's hand. "You're going to be a great father. Really"

"I hope so, Tiny," Mike muttered. "I really do."

"What's this 'I hope so' nonsense?" Micky questioned. "You're Papa Nez, you take care of us, you're our fearless leader. How can you not be sure?" Micky slapped his arm around Mike's shoulders in a sort of side hug and shook him a bit before releasing him.

"I don't know, man," Mike said fiddling with his hat. "I just… what if I… I just don't wanna be a failure."

"Come on, babe," Lea said softly and she took the hat from Mike's hands and placed it back on his head. "We've been over this. You could never be a failure." She placed his hand on her abdomen, "You're going to be great."

"Lea's right," Sammy chimed in. "There's no way you could ever fail that child. Just think of all you've done for all of us. All you've done for Lea. I know you remember."

"Yeah, how could I forget," Mike sighed. "Thanks, Sammy, I needed that."

"I see how it is," Lea joked. "You believe her, but you won't listen to a word I say?"

"Well, darlin'," Mike said grabbing Lea around the waist. "You're my wife, you have to say those things." Before she had a chance to respond he pulled her close to him and covered her mouth with his in a slow, sensual kiss.

"Gross! Get a room!" Micky and Sammy jeered.

"Like you guys are any better," Mike shot back over Lea's shoulder.

"Yeah," Lea added. "You guys can't and never could keep your hands off each other."

"Hey," Micky teased, "I'm not the one who knocked someone up." While everyone laughed, Micky felt he may have taken it a little too far with that one. "I'm sorry, that was kinda out of line. I didn't mean anything by it."

"It's fine, Mick," Lea reassured him. "We all know what you meant."

"Oh!" Sammy cried. "We have so many things we have to do to get ready! You need a crib, clothes, diapers, bottles, and probably a million other things I can't think of right now!"

"Woah there, buddy, relax," Lea replied, "We've got some time. I've still got 30 weeks to go, silly girl!"

"Yes, but we need to prepare!" Sammy said pacing the floor. "You can never start too soon! I know! We'll go shopping tomorrow! It can be a girls day out. Oh I hope you have a girl, so we can dress her up in cute little outfits and braid her hair."

"Geeze, Sammy," Micky exclaimed. "You seem like you're more excited about the baby than Mike and Lea!"

"It's not that we aren't excited," Mike stated. "It's like I said we're still in shock."

"That's right," Lea added. "We thought we'd have time to have some fun first, if you know what I mean. If it makes you happy though, Sam, I'll go shopping with you tomorrow."

"Good," Sammy replied smirking. "Because you really didn't have a choice in the matter."

"Ok, but can I eat now?' Lea asked. "I'm starving and I really want potatoes. Oh, with lots of hot sauce!"

The four boys rolled their eyes. This pregnancy was going to be quite an adventure.