Ezra couldn't comprehend what the hell is going on these days. First it was the filing for divorce and getting Aria to come around. Now it's this nanny problem, Heather has been around since forever. And now what were they supposed to do? Timothy is about that age where he can go into Day Care preschool. But Ezra did his own research on Day Cares and thought they were a little too much a month. He just started his first paying job, and Ezra didn't feel like going to his brother again for money to prolong that care. At this point he is really grateful that Aria's grandparents helped to chip in for the expenses all these years.
Ezra let out a soft sigh and headed into the bed room. He pulled the covers back and hopped into bed. After such a long day, the warmth of the bed felt like justice. He wiped his face with his hand and then looked at the ceiling through the dark room. Thinking tomorrow will be a long day.
Sunday morning had brought on a whole new reality. One that Ezra and Aria would have to face. With Aria still being in School and Ezra teaching at that same school, Aria and Ezra both have to sit down and talk. Really talk not just talks to the point where the other would get mad and someone end up walking away.
Ezra didn't like the fact that Aria just stated what she was going to do for the next couple of weeks. Ever since Aria told Ezra that she had failed and was at summer school to make up those grades just so she could graduate in time with her class. He really came to the realization that Aria was right, he wasn't around as he promised. So Ezra made a promise not only to himself but to Timothy. He promised that no matter what; things were going to change. Regardless if Aria wants a divorce or to see other people. Because the matter of the fact is, Ezra had a strong will and knew that Aria would come to see that they were meant to be. That he was her soul mate.
As Ezra took the long drive back to Rosewood, he thought about what he was going to say to Aria. He thought about the situation that they were in and what things he could do to help Aria out. The only thing that came to mind was Timothy would either have to be with another Nanny or that they would have to pay an arm and leg every month out of their own pocket to pay for Day Care.
Ezra let out short breath before sucking in another one. He had just borrowed a couple thousand from Wesley with promises of paying that back. Ezra knew that with just having a new paying job that he couldn't support a two bed room apartment. He wanted Timothy to have his own space for when he would come to visit.
"Daddy, are we almost home?" Timothy whines from the back seat, "I'm hungry."
Ezra smiled, "Just a few more minutes I promise. How about we go get some Chinese and then we can have a late lunch with your mommy?" Ezra offered.
"Ok." Timothy pouted, "Can we watch a movie after?"
After driving the extra mile to the Chinese restaurant Ezra pulled into Aria driveway and took off his seat belt. He then went over to the back seat and grabbed the bag of food before opening the door for Timothy to get out.
He watched as Timothy ran up to the door and started knocking profusely waiting for Aria to open it on the other side.
Aria was just sitting down and looking at all her options all day. She went onto the computer and sat there looking at her bank account and then looking at Timothy's saving's account. All the money that her Grandparents were giving her was put into a saving's account under Timothy's name. She wanted to make sure that she wouldn't sure it unless she absolutely had to.
She paid her bills, and went on writing down what else needed to be done around the house. She needed to hire a handy repair guy to fix the sink in the down stairs bathroom and then she needed to hire someone to fix the window that won't open.
Aria let out huff of frustrated breath and lent back into the chair. She thought about taking some of that money and putting into the choice of School for Timothy. She didn't want to send him to a public school knowing the full potential of her son. But then again Spencer Hastings went to public school and she's a top student.
Ezra texted Aria not long before she went into melt mode to tell her that they were only minutes away from the house and they were bringing Chinese for a late lunch. She smiled remembering the last time she and Ezra actually sat down in a nice place having the time to themselves.
Ezra pulled out the chair for Aria to sit down and then placed a chaste kiss to her lips, "I love you so much." He mumbled before kissing her once more and then walking over to his chair, "I can't believe this will be our last meal before we become three."
Aria nodded, "I know what you mean. Everything seems so surreal and I am just about ready to pop." She placed her hands on her stomach, "I'm glad you told me the real truth. I can't believe on how oblivious I was to you."
Ezra gave Aria a tight squeeze to her right hand, "That doesn't matter. The second I found out you and Lance broke up. I knew if there was anything between us, I would have to act fast." Ezra laughed, "I think even Hardy had a crush on you!"
Aria giggled, "But true love conquers all."
Ezra nodded, "It does, and I can't wait till you're of age so we can get married. I know we are both young but we are mature enough to handle this. We are going to be a family, you me and our son. There isn't anything I wouldn't do to a sure you happiness."
Aria felt tears brush up against her cheek and noticed the waiter tearing, "I'm sorry. That was the most romantic thing I have ever heard." He smiled, "My boyfriend would never tell me that." He chuckled.
Aria smiled as she remembered that memory. It was the last time that the two of them ever had anything romantic.
A loud pounding came from the door followed by yelling.
"Mama, open." Timothy yelled, "Please, open."
Aria laughed out loud as she hurried over to the door and opened it to a running Timothy.
"What's going on?" She yelled as he rushed into the bathroom.
"I guess he really needed to use the bathroom." Ezra laughed looking in the direction that timothy just ran too.
"How was the drive?" Aria asked starting off with a pleasant conversation.
Ezra shrugged his shoulders before following Aria into the kitchen and placing the bags onto the counter. "It was long. Timothy couldn't wait to get home and a part of that made me sad." He pouted,
"Hey, he loves you." Aria told him, "But mommy knows best, "She teased. "How was Wesley?"
Ezra sighed, "He found a girlfriend. She's a little-"Ezra trailed off, "Punk rock."
Aria laughed, "Really? Wow, who would have thought."
Ezra nodded and sat down on the high chair and saw Timothy in the living room with some of his toys.
"So, how are we going to deal with this new situation?"
Aria bit her lip and placed a few plates onto the counter. "I think we need to put him into Day Care. I have done some searching and found one that I really love. This School is so to the fast track that I am going to have to break into savings."
Ezra nodded, "Who's saving? Cause if you have forgotten mine's is just about tapped out."
Aria nodded," I was thinking Timothy's. I know that all the money in there are from the Grandparents but unless I go to them to find another Nanny. I think this is the best bet."
Ezra looked over to his son who was now playing on the I Pad, "okay. " He agreed, "I'll pick him up every morning and drop him off. Unless you want to do the drop off and I'll pick him up?"
"I don't' know, I really wanted to get into my dance again." Aria admitted, "Ever since you told me that you wanted to help out. It's all I have been thinking of. Or maybe the School play." Aria threw her options up there.
Ezra smiled, "Really? You would do amazing at anything you do." He went to touch her hand but realize that Aria wanted her space and then he pretended to dust something non-existent on the counter.
Aria agreed, "Yeah, I have felt so cooped up for so long. I really want to do this."
"Then I'll be there for you!" He smiled, "Always."
Aria nodded, "Thank you! "
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The following morning Aria had taken Timothy with her to School. She wanted to go in right after the bell rung so Timothy wasn't seen by Ezra or anyone for that matter. Not too much people knew that Aria was a teen mother and it's not that she was ashamed of it because she was proud. It was the fact that Ezra was teaching at this School and Timothy is a splitting imagine of him mixed with Aria in there. She didn't want Timothy getting too excited when or if he was to see Ezra.
"Okay, son. I just have to talk with a couple of people. Please if you see someone you know, just turn the other cheek okay?" Aria pleaded, "I don't' want to cause a scene."
Timothy gave her a pout that Aria knew all too well, "Okay. But what if I see Aunty Spencer, or Aunty Hannah, and Aunty Emily? Can I wave?" He mirrored a wave expression.
Aria smiled, "Yes, but just a small one." Aria ruffled his hair and then went up to the front desk.
Aria walked up to guidance door and knocked a couple of times before hearing a come in from the other end. Aria than sucked in a deep breath before opening the door and waking in.
"Hey Mrs Maynard," Aria greeted, "I was wondering if you had a minute? I wanted to talk to you about my education for the next couple of weeks."
Mrs Maynard smiled and nodded, "Sure, have a seat, "she gestured to the chair in front of her desk, "Aren't you supposed to be in class?"
Aria nodded "That's the thing I wanted to talk to you about. My son's nanny had a family emergency and I was wondering if I being out of school for a week or two would complicate things. You know how I almost failed and wouldn't be able to graduate on time. So I was wondering if you would kind of give me permission to get all assignments and I was wondering if I would still be able to graduate." At this point Aria was nervous she would say no and wasn't going to help her.
Mrs Maynard just looked at Aria concerned. "And what about the father? Can't he help you with that so you would be able to go to school? Aria you have missed out on so much and I don't know if you are able to just pick up where you left off when you come back." She sighed, "Senior year is supposed to be tough. But not this tough."
Aria nodded, "I know. But they wouldn't have given me a free period if I was failing right? I mean I did go to summer school and I passed and made up those courses." She defended herself, "So will you help me?"
"What about the father?" Mrs Maynard asked again." You never really told me anything about him?"
"Well, he is in the picture, but the matter of the fact is. He works, during school hours." Aria mumbled.
"Really and what does he do?" She pushed.
Aria cleared her throat and looked at the door, "when I tell you this, I have to make sure that you won't tell anyone. I mean I am not sure what the laws are here but we are married. He is still my husband and just because we're separated at the moment doesn't mean that I want him to get into trouble."
"Aria you are mumbling."
"You have never met my son have you? " Aria sighed and walked out the door to get Timothy. "This is my son." She told her, "Timothy Fitz."
Mrs Maynard gasped and shook her head, "Oh my god! He looks just like him and you would risk that by bringing him here?"
Aria looked at her as if she was stupid, "I didn't risk anything. Why do you think I am here doing class?"
"I'm sorry Aria." Mrs Maynard stood up from her chair, "I guess I'm shocked. Who else knows?"
Aria shrugged, "My friends, Noel Khan. Well he knows that Timothy is my son but not about the father, I think he's a little dense about the whole thing and Principle Hackett."
"Alright here is what I am going to do. I am going to write you an emergency pass. But you have to get all your teachers to sign it. That's the only way you'll be able to still get your grades. I know you have Mr Michaels and he is a tough cookie. But tell him your situation and he'll understand."
"Are you sure?"
Mrs Maynard nodded, "Positive." She went behind her desk and jumped on the computer typing up a few things before printing it out and handing over to Aria. "Here, you can leave Timothy here while you go and make your rounds. Just try and be here before the next bell." She looked at the clock, you have about 45 minutes."
"Thank you so much. I really appreciate this." Aria bent down to her son. "I will be back soon, okay?"
"Alright mommy." Timothy smiled
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After going to four of her classes Aria still dreaded going to the last class. Mr Fitz. She didn't know why? Part of her felt like that's the only class she could be herself. Ezra knew her well, all her friends were in that class and not to mention the fact that English was and will always be her favourite subject. She just didn't want to miss out on anything.
She let out a soft breath and knocked on the door. She could hear soft footsteps and then the door suddenly opened up.
"Aria, you're late." Noel laughed and opened the door a little more.
"Thanks Noel." Ezra told him, "You may take your seat." Ezra then walked over to the door and excused himself. "What's up? Is Timothy okay?" He whispered.
Aria nodded, "Yeah I just need you to sign this." Aria handed him the paper, "Please."
Ezra took the sheet and looked at it. "You know you don't have to do this. I can take time off."
"Ezra, I don't want to pick a fight. And besides it's not like I haven't taken time off from school." She blurted.
"And you think that's okay?" Ezra's voiced bombed, "You need to be here!"
"Why are you yelling at me?" Aria raised her voice. "Sign it."
"Fine," Ezra opened the door and walked back to his desk with Aria falling behind him. He grabbed the pen and muffled voices could be heard throughout the class room. "Here. But don't expect a passing grade Aria." He told her in front of the whole class.
"Whatever." She mumbled and grabbed the pen from him. Writing something down on the piece of paper that was on his desk, "Read that and tell me what you think!"
"Have a good day students." Aria felt stupid for telling Ezra too stay away from her and his son for the mean time. But Ezra's attitude was something that she just couldn't handle right now.
