A/N: Just to clarify something, Ezra is 18, instead of the age he is on the show. Also, Alison is not missing or dead. She'll probably leave in the next chapter or so. I'm still working on it. I hope that clears up some of the confusion. :)

Chapter 7

Aria's POV

Our parents decided to meet that Wednesday. Ezra's dad came from New York. Mrs. Fitz had called him telling him to come immediately. Ezra and I sat at the top of the staircase.

"I think we should send Aria away and let Ezra go off to college," Dad said. He was still stuck on the idea of minimizing the embarrassment he would have to endure.

"I agree that Ezra should go off to college, but I don't know if sending Aria away is the best idea," Mr. Fitz said.

"How can Ezra go away to school with a baby on the way?" Mrs. Fitz asked. I sighed as I rubbed Ezra's arm.

"You think we should go down there?" I whispered.

"If you want." He grabbed my hand as we got up and walked down the stairs.

"I don't think sending me away is the best thing," I said after I entered the living room. Our parents looked at us.

"Do you realize how much attention this will draw to you?" Dad asked.

"Yeah, I do. But I made a decision and now I'm trying to deal with the consequences. Sending me away doesn't do anything but make you look like a good parent."

"You two don't even know the first thing about raising a child," Mrs. Fitz stated.

"We know that, but we're willing to learn. Aria and I love each other. And yes, we may be in over our heads but at least we're trying to be responsible. That's a lot more than you can say for most people." They looked at us, not knowing what to say.

"They're right," Mom said. My face lit up, "Don't get too happy. I don't condone this pregnancy. As much as I wish this didn't happen, I can't let that be the decider for what's going to happen. Aria and Ezra made a choice, and they have to live with that choice. No matter what, that baby is my grandchild. I'm not going to abandon family. I think it would be best if you two made a decision and we do our best to be there." I went over and hugged Mom. I never felt so happy in my life. Tears started to well up in my eyes. The one downside to pregnancy was the hormones. I found myself crying at the dumbest things.

"Thank you, Mom. That means a lot to me."

"How can we let them make a decision?" Mrs. Fitz stood up. Ezra went over to his mom.

"Because we have to learn somehow. Aria and I can't take responsibility if you all decide to take away our ability to be responsible."

"What about school? What about getting a career? Having a life?"

"I can still have those things. Hollis offered me a full ride. That means that everything will be covered for school. As for stuff for the baby, I will work as hard as I have to. I want to be there for Aria and my baby." My heart started to beat faster when I heard him say 'my baby'. That was the first time he said that.

"I'm with Ella. I'm not happy about this, but I commend you on being stand up, son. I think that this baby will be fine. Of course they're going to need our help."

"Well, I'm not helping. I'm sorry, but I can't," Dad said.

"Me either. I feel like we're telling them that sex is okay," Mrs. Fitz said as she exited. Mr. Fitz shook my parents' hands before heading towards the front door.

"Son, can I talk to you for a second?"

"Sure, Dad."

Ezra's POV

I walked with my dad to his car.

"Son, I know I haven't always been there, but I know that you've learned to be a stand up type of guy."

"Thanks, Dad. That means a lot to me." I never felt so happy. I've always wanted my dad to show that he cared and was supportive. I never felt that until today.

"Now, you need to realize, that this baby is not something that you can easily leave. I know I did that, but don't make that mistake." I nodded. He gave me a bear hug before getting into his car.

"I'll be here until tomorrow night. If you need to stay with me, let me know."

"I will."

Aria's POV

I looked outside the window to see Ezra smiling. It was different than any other smiles he's had. Deep down I knew that his supporting him meant the world to him. I stepped outside.

"I'm guessing you and your dad had a good talk." He turned to me, smiling even more than he was before.

"Yeah, I did. He said that he was proud of me. It's funny. I've never heard him say it before."

I kissed him on the cheek, "I'm glad."

"Me too."

"Do you think he may become more involved in your life?"

"I don't know. I hope so."

Byron's POV

It infuriated me to see Aria and Ezra acting as if they did nothing wrong. I was more infuriated by Ella and William basically giving their approval of this pregnancy. Aria's life was ruined. She may not see that way, but it is. That baby's life will be worse than theirs combined. I knew at this point since they had parental support, and that Ezra is legally an adult, I couldn't really do anything. Even if I could, it would hurt Aria. I wasn't looking forward to the role of grandpa, at least not yet. I was hoping Aria would have her bachelors before she'd settle down and have a family.

I walked to my study drinking my third glass of scotch. Ella knocked on the door.

"Byron?"

I got up and stumbled to the door.

"You really should lay off the drinks," she told me.

I shrugged, "What's the point? My 16 year old daughter's life is ruined. You're basically telling them that getting pregnant before marriage is okay."

She sighed, "I'm not saying it's okay. But I can't just agree to do something that may be more damaging than being a mother at 16."

"An abortion or sending her away would lessen the amount of taunting she'll have to go through."

"That may be true, but you got to look at the mental side effects. She may never be the same if we made her go through that! What kind of parent would I be if I did something that ended up causing harm?"

"It's not harmful, Ella." She shook her head as she left. She didn't understand that her decision was going to do more harm than good.

A/N: That was a dark note to end on. Maybe some foreshadowing? I hoped you all enjoyed this! Since I didn't keep my promise about having this chapter and the next up by last night, I'm working on MAYBE getting the next few chapters uploaded ASAP. Please review and follow! :)