Chapter 7: Surprise!

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Two more weeks passed before Bay could get in to the doctor for her amnio test. Emmett was right there with her, holding her hand the whole time. It was a little weird for them both for her to be spread eagled out on an exam table like this, but they were getting used to it over the course of her pregnancy.

The doctor told her they would call her in a day or two with the results. Bay just nodded at him and didn't say anything.

"Miss Kennish, don't worry. This is simply a precaution. Most of the time these tests simply prove there's nothing to worry about." Again, Bay just nodded. He left her and Emmett alone so she could get redressed.

"You feeling ok?" Emmett asked her.

"I'm fine, Emmett. Quit worrying so much." Bay said while trying to pull up her jeans. All of her clothes were starting not to fit quite right. She would definitely have to go clothes shopping soon. Finally she gave up trying to close the button and just let her t'shirt hang over the waistband of her pants. "I really have to find a job soon. My parents aren't going to pay for everything for this kid while I go to school."

"I've got my Chrome checks..."

"I know. But I really need to contribute, too. Maybe I could try to sell some paintings or do some commissions!"

"Good idea."

Several minutes later, Bay was pulling up outside her parents mansion like house in Mission Hills. Kathryn came out and greeted them, an envelope in her hand. "Hi sweetie, Emmett. How'd the appointment go?"

"Good. Fine. We'll know in a few days." Bay stated simply.

"Ok." Kathryn started to head back into the house then, remembering the envelope in her hand, turned around and addressed Bay again. "You've got something here from Gallaudet University, honey. What's this all about?"

Bay snatched the envelope from her mom's hand and tore it open. Emmett and Kathryn stared at her while her face went from shock to obvious excitement. "I can't believe it!"

"What is it?" Emmett asked.

Bay looked over at him and spared a quick glance at her mother. "Well... you know Gallaudet accepts hearing students, too, right?"

"Yeah..." they both said.

"Well, as long as I complete these certain prerequisites at UMKC I've been accepted to attend Gallaudet in two years. I mean, not accepted, per say, I mean I have to reapply after I complete my UMKC courses, but it looks like I'm going to D.C. in a couple years to major in Fine Arts with a minor in Deaf Studies!" Her face showed pure elation and joy.

"That's... great." Emmett said.

Kathryn gulped and also said that was great and that she'd see them both in the house.

"Emmett, I thought you'd be happy for me?" Bay said, her face falling.

"I am. It's just..."

"Gallaudet was your dream."

"Yeah."

"I'm not taking your dream, Emmett. I'm just tagging along for the ride. I guess they really liked that I went to an all deaf school and that I taught myself ASL, with your help of course, and I just really liked the school once I actually really looked into it. I never knew they accepted hearing students before. You guys never mentioned that. Besides, once you do some stuff over at Melody's deaf program at UMKC we'll both be going. Isn't that a good thing?"

Slowly, Emmett smiled at her. "Yeah, yeah it is. Just took me by surprise is all. You didn't tell me you were looking into it."

"I didn't want to say anything until I knew it was even possible. So, what'dya think? Good plan?" She looked at him, expectantly.

"Yeah. Of course it is." He said as he leaned in to kiss her.

A/N: Sorry for how short this one is, guys. Hope you're still enjoying though and don't forget to leave those reviews! 3