Why Roses Still Have Thorns

A/N: Please tell me what you think! Criticism is welcome, but no flames. Suggestions are always welcome, no matter what they might be. Thank you.

Maya's POV

"Have you decided what college your going to, Maya?" Farkle asked me during class. I had been trying to hide my face from him with my hair so he wouldn't notice my puffy, red eyes, but his voice penetrated my hair shield.

"I honestly haven't decided," I admitted. Farkle nodded in understanding.

"It took me forever to decided on Cornell," he assured me.

"I've always thought of Alfred, but I can't afford it." It was true. Even with financial aid, Alfred would cost me over a hundred and twenty thousand dollars. I would probably end up settling on a small community art college here in New York that would cost me under twenty grand to go.

Farkle smiled and me and for the first time in a while I managed a real smile. Leave it to Farkle to make me feel better during a school day by talking about colleges. For once in a long time, I felt semi-normal.

OoOoOoO (Mid-December)

"Maya!" Riley called as she caught up with me in the hallway. "Are you still coming over for Christmas dinner like usual?"

"Yeah. I might be later than normal though, I'll be with my mom for a bit," I assured her. Riley practically bounced to class while I slowly walked behind her.

I, on the other hand, was not as excited. Today was the last day before Christmas break, but all in those few weeks I would have my first ultrasound, find out the gender of my baby, and I would no longer be able to hide my baby bump under baggy T-shirts and hoodies. January was going to be a living nightmare for me, full of changes. I knew it.

Guest: I do too! I can't write Riley very well and I love Lucas, so Maya/Lucas is the only pair I can write. And I'm beginning to appreciate them in the show too.

Greasygirl3 (Guest): My same thought, but we will see what happens. Thanks for reviewing! :)

Autyz: Love them, but I don't condemn rape. Glad you enjoyed.

Sarah (Guest): Possibly, I'll see what I can write up. Thank you for suggesting.

Guest (2): Thank you so very much, that means a lot! I love Lucaya too I will do more on them.

** A/N: There's a poll on my profile to vote if Maya should have twins, and if so or not what gender. Please check it out and thanks guys! Please do vote nobody has yet I really want to hear your opinion!

Sorry for the boringness and shortness of this chapter, I had to explain a few things before we got into the good stuff. And suggestions are always welcomed and appreciated.

Peace Out,

-Alee XOXO