Chapter 7…

Jess was now a little less than 1 week away from being 7 months pregnant. She was feeling a lot better; she was down to taking just one of her medications that her doctor proscribed to her. She was able to get up on her own, use the bathroom on her, and could engage in sexual activities. Nick was happy about that last one. However, they still had to be careful when doing so.

The baby was healthier than ever. She was growing like she needed to, there weren't any more complications with her, and Jess' Braxton Hicks contractions had finally died down.

Although, something new was now making Jess uncomfortable, but it was completely normal Sadie told her. Jess was having a lot of heart burn all of the sudden, it was a lot more frequent, and quite uncomfortable for Jess. Sadie told her it was most likely because her daughter was going to have a lot of hair, or at least a good amount of hair. Jess wasn't surprised considering both she and Nick had a lot of hair as infants, so she figured it was just genetics. Sadie was able to proscribe Jess some medicine for her heart burn that wouldn't harm the baby.

It was Wednesday evening and everyone was home surprisingly. They were enjoying some of the Thai food Schmitt prepared for them. They decided they wanted to kick back and relax on the couches while eating their food instead of at the table. They mostly did that because of Jess so she'd be more comfy and because she was to still remain of "bed rest".

"So Jess when is your actual due date?" Schmitt asked handing her a napkin.

"I've said it about 100 times Schmitt. May 30th." Jess said taking a big bite of her food.

"Geez no need to be so persnickety Jessica." Schmitt said hearing the annoyance in her voice.

"I don't think you're using that in the right context Schmitt." Winston chimed in.

"Sorry Schmitt I'm just so uncomfortable. This heartburn is awful today and it's putting me in a bad mood."

"Did you take the medicine Sadie have you?" Nick said sounding concerned.

"Yes, but she said sometimes it might not help." Jess whined and rubbed her not-so-little belly.

"Alright enough about heartburn what movie do you want to watch Jess? Maybe that'll help you take your mind off things." Schmitt smiled trying to make her feel better while searching for a movie on Netflix.

"Hmmm. How about The Great Gatsby, or The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." She suggested.

"We should watch The Boy in the Striped Pajamas. I heard it's about the holocaust and I love learning about that." Winston said

"Really you like to learn?" Nick said sarcastically and smirking over at Winston.

"Ha. Ha. Very funny Nick, but I'll have you know th—"

"Alright alright. The Boy in the Striped pajamas it is." Jess said interrupting the guys.

Nick and Jess were cuddle up on the couch sharing a big throw blanket. Schmitt had the far end of the couch closest to windows and had his feet stretched out on the coffee table. While Winston was sitting in between all of them resting his feet on the coffee table like Schmitt and petting his cat Ferguson.

They were about halfway through the movie when they heard a loud knock on the door, startling all of them.

"What the hell? Who's here at this time of day?" Winston said pausing the movie and looking over at the door.

"Probably some new neighbors or a package for Schmitt… cause we all know her orders foreign things that have weird arrival times." Jess said.

"I'll have you know I haven't shopped online in–"

"Alright nobody cares. I'll get the door." Nick said removing his arm from around Jess and walking over to the door.

There was a softer knock this time.

"Coming!" Nick shouted.

He peeped through the peephole.

"Shit!" Nick whispered. But proceeded to open the door knowing he had to.

"Heyyyyyyyy!" Nick, Bob and Joan all said in unison.

When Jess heard the sound of her parents voices she was internally screaming. Knowing that she could no longer hide the fact that she was about 6 days away from being 7 months pregnant.

"What are you guys doing here? It's so great to see you!" Nick gave them a big smile trying to not let off a nervous vibe.

"Well, we hadn't seen you all in so long so we thought we'd come surprise you all!" Joan said giving Nick a big hug.

They all began to walk over to the couches. Both Winston and Schmitt shot up off the couch trying to buy Jess some more time, knowing that she was nervous about her parents being there. They tried to stall them giving them hugs and talking small talk. All while Jess was sitting up on the couch with her knees propped up covered by the blankets in hopes they hadn't noticed her protruding belly yet.

"Jessica! Aren't you gonna give us a great big family bear hug!" Joan said with open arms.

Jess gave Nick and quick nervous glance.

She slowly put her legs down and removed the blanket. Getting up very slowly partly because she was nervous, but mostly because she couldn't move that quickly anyway. Her not so visible stomach was very visible now; she also had a form fitting top on which made her stomach look even bigger.

Both Bob and Joan's eyes looked like they were about to bulge out of their eye sockets. Both speechless.

"What. the. hell?" Bob finally spoke.

Jess felt like she was going to pass out she was so nervous.

"Honey, Jess why didn't you tell us you're pregnant?" Joan said walking over to Jess giving her a hug.

"I don't know I thought you'd be mad." Jess said.

Bob finally walked over to Jess and gave her a hug, but he was still lost for words.

"Are you mad?" Jess asked looking between both her parents.

By this time Winston and Schmitt had left the living room, so that way; Nick, Jess, Bob, and Joan could all talk.

"Well, a little. I wish you would've told us Jess. I'm not mad at the fact you're having a baby. I think I'm just a little upset I didn't know I was going to be a grandma. Nick are you the father?" Joan said looking at Nick.

Nick gave Bob a quick glance.

"Yes, yes mam. I'm the father."

"How far along are you baby girl?" Joan asked.

"Almost 7 months."

"7 months!" Joan said in a normal, but surprised tone.

"Bob do you have anything you'd like to say to Jess or Nick?"

Bob slowly looked between Nick and Jess. Making firm eye contact with whomever he was looking at.

"Con—Congratulations." Bob finally managed to say.

"That's it? You're not going to yell at me, or chase Nick around the house screaming." Jess was completely surprised.

"No. What's happened has happened. There's no changing the fact you're having a baby. Even though I wish your mother and I would've known sooner... I'm still happy for you... And Nick. I know that Nick is not me and I know that he treats you right and is able to provide for you and soon the baby, hopefully. I'm very honored and happy to say that I'm going to be a grandpa."

Jess felt tears begin to form in her eyes. She walked over to her dad and gave him a great big long hug.

Tbc…

Hope you liked it. In this story Jess' parents are still together as in a couple. I thought it'd be cute for them to show up at the loft together. Also I didn't have time to proof read this, so hopefully there are not too many errors. I'll update soon.(: and thank you for all the reviews.