AN: Love M&D. In this story Eddie Ford's murder/ Matthew brain surgery never happened. Both Matt and Destiny are 25 and married! Just happiness. I do not own characters or the show OLTL.

"Mrs. Buchanan, you're pregnant."

Destiny was in total shock. She and Matthew have only been married been married for a year. They discussed the possibility of having children, but not this soon. "Are you sure, I don't have the flu?" Destiny asked, rather hopefully.

Her gynecologist, Dr. Nguyen nodded her head. "Indeed, you are. Five weeks to be exact."

All at once a dozen thoughts plagued through Destiny's mind. "I'm going to be a mom. But how will Matthew take it." Destiny felt very nauseous, but fought against it. Dr. Nguyen interrupted Destiny's thoughts by gently touching Destiny's shoulder.

"Babies are the best gift a woman can give her husband, Mrs. Buchanan. I want to be the first to congratulate you on your new baby. I want to see you next Tuesday so I can set you up an appointment with my partner Dr. Ryan. She's a great obstetrician." Dr. Nguyen said, leading Destiny to the door.

"See you next week." Destiny replied, as she walked out the examination room. Her best friend Danielle Salinger was busy flipping through a "Women's Health" magazine, patiently waiting. Destiny cleared her throat to get Dani's attention.

When they were out of ear shot, Dani spoke first. "Are you pregnant? Am I going to be an Auntie?" Destiny gave a half smile and nodded her head. "That's great!" Dani exclaimed. Destiny said nothing and pressed the down button for the elevator.

When they boarded the elevator, Dani rambled excitedly about a baby. "If you have a girl you should name her Ava, and if you have a boy you should name him Bryson. Can I paint the nursery? Can Nate and I be the godparents?"

Destiny wasn't trying to ignore Dani, but her thoughts were still on Matthew. She was grateful that she came with her. But she wished that it was Matthew who was with her. He worked at BE; a regular nine to five. Lately he had been working many hours. It was the reason why she asked Dani to accompany her. When they reached the parking deck, Destiny stopped Dani in their tracks.

"Until I tell Matthew I'm pregnant, no one is to know. Not Nate, not your mom, and by absolutely no means Todd Manning." Destiny warned. Dani promised not to say anything. Would Dani keep that promise, Destiny didn't know. But she had faith that her best friend would. When they were in arms reach of Destiny's 2015 Chevy, she pressed the automatic start on her keychain.

"Want a burger, on me?" Dani asked, her stomach grumbling. Usually, Destiny wouldn't pass up a Buenos Dias burger, but the sound of grease and cheese churned her stomach. "I think I'll just have a ginger ale and some saltines." The women got into the car and made the drive to their local hangout spot.

After having a vegetable soup lunch and going over her appointment with Dani, Destiny took her home. "Call me and let me know how it goes. Nate and I are here if you need us." Dani said before getting out of the car. On the twenty minute ride back to the two bedroom penthouse apartment that she and Matthew proudly called home, Destiny thought of ways to tell Matthew that they will now have use for the extra room.

When she got home, she fixed herself a small glass of ginger ale instead of her usual glass of red wine. She sat on the black loveseat and sighed as she looked around the apartment. She decorated their home for she was a wedding planner and part-time interior decorator. Between her job and Matthew's job working as Clint's assistant at BE, the couple were doing really well for themselves at twenty-five.

Her gaze shifted to the photo on the wall of her and Matthew at prom freshman year. Destiny smiled as she remembered how Matthew's eyes widened when he saw her dressed up. She looked at their wedding photo. She wore a beautiful ivory one shoulder gown and showed off her new body, for she lost twenty pounds. Matthew wore a black suit, and peach vest. Dani was her matron of honor, and some friends from college were her bridesmaids. They wore peach strapless dresses also. David and Bo were Matthew's best men. Shaun had never been prouder; in fact he pulled strings to have Snoop perform at the reception. Lastly, she thought back on their two week stay at a resort in Honolulu. And how they made love majority of their stay. She was surprised she didn't get pregnant then.

At about ten to six, Destiny heard the rattle of keys and the sound of the door unlatch. The familiar 6'1 frame and tired, flushed face walked in the door. Matthew dropped his briefcase and closed the door. When he saw Destiny, he smiled and held out his arms. "Come here, beautiful."

That's all it took, before Destiny rushed into his arms. At 4'11, Destiny's small structure put a strain to Matthew's back, but he didn't care. He loved nothing more but to hold Destiny after a long day at the office. Destiny finally broke the tender silence that possessed the room. "I have to tell you something, Matthew." She said, speaking into his chest.

From the sound of her voice, Matthew sensed something was wrong and drew back to look at her."Are you okay?" He asked, staring into her bright brown orbs. Destiny shook her head no. This frightened Matthew, who rubbed a finger through her braids. "How long have we been married? He questioned her leaning down so that he was level with her face. Destiny sighed and replied, "Um, a year." Matthew nodded, and led her to the couch sitting her on his lap. "And we've known each other longer. So talk to me, Destiny. What's going on?"

"Will you still love me tomorrow? She asked looking at him with misty eyes.

"Always." He smiled.

"When I wake up in the morning, are you still going to be by my side?" Destiny asked.

"I'll be right there, beside you." Matthew replied, kissing her cheek.

Destiny sighed and took a deep breath. They told each other everything and she trusted him more than anyone else in the world. She could tell him, she told him everything else.

"Matt, I'm- no we're pregnant."

AN: Hope you enjoyed as much as I enjoyed writing it. I'll have Chapter 2 no later than Sunday. But I'll need you to read and review if you want more. Thanks! Love Mae!