At school, Lux is in class with Math. Since Eric left, he has been tutoring her.

"So, what did you think about To Kill a Mockingbird? Did you enjoy it?" he asks.

"Um, I haven't finished it yet, but so far it's really good. It's such a sad story," she says, although she's not very focused. She has her cell phone sitting on the desk beside her, and she keeps glancing at the screen every few moments to see if Cate or Ryan call her.

"Is everything all right?"

"Not really. There's something happening at home, and I'm just waiting for a phone call, that's all. I'm sorry, I'm not on the ball today, but I just need to know what's happening."

"Is there anything I can help with? I hope everyone is all right?"

"Yeah, everyone's fine. No one is sick, or anything like that," she answers, smiling nervously. She really wishes she could tell Math all about it. He has always been a good friend to everyone, but she can't discuss it until Ryan and Cate give her the ok.

"All right. Well, if you need me, you know where I am," he grins. She returns her grin, thankful for having such a great man in her life; as a friend and as a teacher.

At the radio station, things are going really well. The banter between Cate and Baze is extraordinary, and it's a very welcome distraction for Cate, as it stops her checking her phone every three seconds.

"Oh come on, how can you say that? One night stands do not equal the beginning of meaningful relationships. You can't get to know someone in one night," says Cate.

"Sometimes they can lead to something great. Some of my best relationships have started out as one night stands," beams Baze. He knows he's rattling Cate, and he loves it. One of the aspects of their relationship that he has always enjoyed is the fact that they know one enough well enough to be able to push each other's buttons.

"That's just a typical thing for a single guy to say. Your longest relationship is what, two months? Don't you ever want to settle down with a nice girl?"

"Yes, of course I would, but the right girl hasn't found me yet," he answers, surprising himself. He has never truly thought of settling with one woman. He's always been a serious dater, and he's proud of it, but things have changed recently. With Lux in his life now, he doesn't want to trail endless amounts of women through her life. If his relationship with Emma has taught him anything, it's that he wants something more stable.

Cate is caught slightly unaware by his answer. When she gets her radio head back on, she asks if there are any callers who have opinions on one night stands. The lights immediately start blinking.

"All right, let's talk some calls," smiles Baze, ready to skate over that last comment of his.

After the show is over, Cate finally reaches for her phone. She pouts a little when she finds that there has been no call from Ryan.

"Any word yet?" asks Baze, putting his jacket on.

"No, nothing yet."

"Well why don't you call him?"

"I don't want to disturb him. Besides, his phone is probably switched off."

Baze nods. He had forgotten that phones have to be switched off in hospitals.

"Yeah, you're probably right. I'm sure he'll call when he's able. So, do you want to do something for lunch? You could come over to the bar? I make an awesome BLT sandwich," he says, wiggling his eyebrows at her.

"All right, that sounds great."

Cate collapses back onto the couch, looking all around Baze's loft apartment. It's such a guy place. Large screen television, PlayStation with controllers waiting for attention, and a set of shower curtains separating Lux's bedroom from the rest of the place. Only a man could think this was a good idea, although Lux didn't seem to mind do much. She reaches for her sandwich, and is just about to sink her teeth in when her phone rings. She grabs her phone as though it were a chocolate bar, and she had been living on a desert island for a month.

"Ryan, is everything all right?"

Baze, who is sitting right beside her, sets his sandwich down to listen in on the telephone call. He hates being so nosy, but this baby is a new addition to his little family, as well as Cate and Ryan's, and he wants to make sure that everyone is all right. He watches as her face goes from excitement about hearing her husband's voice, to the realisation that their lives have now altered forever.

"That's fantastic news. I'm glad that everyone is all right. Send Julia and the baby my love."

He watches as she continues listening to her husband.

"So you'll be home tonight? That's great. We can have a celebration dinner," she says, a small smile popping onto her face. As she hangs up, she moves slowly back to her sandwich, and a cautious Baze.

"Is everyone all right?"

"Yeah, they are both great. Julia had a baby boy an hour ago. Mother and baby are doing well," she says, forcing a smile onto her face.

"But you're not, huh?"

Even though they have only been close for the past few months, he has come to know her incredibly well, and can tell what she's thinking without being told.

"Am I that easy to read?"

"A little, yeah. But I also realise how difficult this is."

"I'm glad someone knows how I feel, because I just feel numb."

"Cate, try to think positively about it," he says, reaching for his sandwich again.

"Think positive? What good could possibly come from my husband having a baby with someone else?"

"How about the fact that a new baby is coming into the family? And what about having another friend in Julia? I know it must be strange being friends with your husband's ex- girlfriend, but it could all work out to be the best thing that has happened to you all."

Cate is a little ashamed to admit that she hadn't thought of it that way. She has been so wrapped up in Ryan becoming a father by someone else that she hadn't considered anything even slightly positive.

"You know something, you are absolutely right. Ryan has always wanted to be a father, and now he is. And Julia can be a new member of the family," she smiles.

Baze scowls at her a little.

"That was a quick turnaround?"

"I guess so, but you're right. I would be lying if I said I bought it completely. I wouldn't be me if I accepted only the good, but there is a strong chance this will make everything all right again. Hopefully Ryan will be happier and more settled in our marriage, and I can develop and grow in my new situation. And besides, it'll be good for Lux to have a little baby brother. Oh, Lux," she says, grabbing her phone and dialling her daughter's cell phone.

While she is telling their daughter the news, Baze heads into the kitchen to grab a bottle of champagne. They need to celebrate the new arrival. As he does so, Math comes into the loft.

"Are we having a party?" asks Math, looking over at Cate and the food and drink on the table in front of her, and the massive bottle of champagne in Baze's hand.

"We're celebrating. Cate just found out that Ryan is a dad. His son was born an hour ago, isn't that great news?" he says, popping the champagne cork.

Math's chin bounces on the ground.

"Huh?"

As Baze explains everything to Math, Cate tells Lux about the new baby. She's relieved that Lux is happy about the new situation, as her world is changing too. She's also looking forward to the celebration dinner tonight. She promises to go straight home from school to help her organise everything. They both want this to be a special time for Ryan.

After hanging up the phone, she joins the two men in the kitchen. Baze hands her a glass of champagne, clinking the glass in celebration.

"To family!" says Baze, to which Cate and Math heartily toast!