Hello everyone! Second update for the day! I am actually relieved that I finally had time to update BOTH stories on the same day and I know it's a surprise cuz you thought I had swept this story under the rug right? Yeah I ain't done with this one yet! But don't be alarmed. I am actually like nearly 10 chapters ahead in this one and still writing with even more twists and turns to come but in the meanwhile I'll take time out to shout out: sweetchocolate26 and general wildcat for reviewing chappie 11! I don't blame any of you who don't review cuz I do the same thing but please do me a favor and read! R&R A Million and A Chocolate Bar-Jai
10:42 a.m.
At the Hospital
Krystian's POV
Lord, I think it's time me and you had a talk. Now you and I both know that you haven't heard from me in a while but I promise I'll do nothing but good by my family. Lord…please I never…I never knew I could love someone as much as I do Erica. I guess I was just scared outta my mind at the thought of really loving someone. Only you know how much it kills me to see her suffer. If she were to leave me, I'd feel half of me is gone. I can't live without her.
"Ow…where am I?"
"Baby…you're awake. How are you feeling?"
"My body still hurts."
"Of course."
"Why was I sleeping?"
"The doctor put you to sleep to examine you. We were afraid that the pain would be too much during the examination."
Erica's POV
Are my eyes playing tricks me on me? Is Krystian really holding my hand?
I glanced at him. I could still see the bruises that had settled into his skin from Zeke's attack. He looked so…cute though.
"Krys did the doctor come back-" a knock sounded on the door.
"Come on in."
"Oh good you're awake! My name is dash, but you can call me Harvey."
He offered a polite smile, flashing all of his pearly whites. My God he was the cutest doctor I'd ever had. Beautiful electrifying blue eyes and shaggy jet black hair. He was about uh…5'8 with a thin but muscular build. It was amazing I was able to acknowledge the fact Krystian was still in the room.
I smiled sheepishly, "Hi."
"How are you feeling? You gave your family quite a scare."
"I'm fine, my body just hurts a little."
"Ah yes, I've found the answer to your problem. I did an ultrasound while you asleep and I discovered something quite interesting."
"Which is…?"
"One of the babies seemed to have shifted into your back while the others are facing back to back. It's nothing abnormal."
"Wait I'm sorry Dr. Harvey did you say babies?"
"Oh yes, congratulations Erica and Krystian! You guys are having triplets!"
"Triplets…as in 3 babies…?" Krys nervously laughed and before I knew it, he was on the ground unconscious.
"Krystian!"
Dr. Harvey waved his hand dismissively. "Oh don't worry Erica. This happens all the time." He waved smelling salts over Krys's nose.
"Uh..can you bring in my family now?"
"Sure."
Krys awoke out of his daze and rubbed his head. "What..happened…?"
I looked down, "You fainted Krys."
Dr. Harvey helped him to a seat. "Ouch my head…"
"I'll get you an ice pack. Erica your family should be in here in a minute.
I nodded, "Thank you."
He smiled again and left.
The room was quiet for a moment. I don't think anyone wanted to tackle the elephant in the room.
Krys softly smiled, "So…we're having triples."
I avoided eye contact, "So…we are…"
He looked at me intently, "Erica… I…love you."
I sat there in disbelief, "Wh…what?"
"I love you. I really do."
"I…I love you too Krystian."
"You're scared aren't you?"
"Of course I am Krystian, in fact I'm freaking terrified. I dunno the first thing about parenting or children. I am only 14 years old!"
"Have you forgotten that I am the father?"
"What if we break up? I'm too young to be a single mother. I'm only in my first year of high school and I do plan on graduating you know."
"We can work through this Erica."
"I know that Krystian but you have to look at the practical side of things. How are we going to support a family of five? Your job won't cover half of the expenses and legally I'm still a minor. How in the hell are we going to juggle school, work, and parenting all at once?"
"Our parents could watch them while we're at school, you and Elizabeth could take over while I'm at work, and I'll take over when I come in from work."
"Krystian it's not that easy. I am not burdening our families with our responsibilities. I'll be damned if I let my babies suffer because you want to play house. What happens when our grades start to drop? What happens when you run outta money? What happens when you suddenly get tired of this dream? What about when you realize that you're no longer the teenager you used to be? Are you going to up and leave them like you did me?"
"What are you saying?"
"I'm…I'm saying that we should consider adoption."
His eyes started to water, "Erica you are not taking my kids away from me!"
"Oh sure they're your kids after the fact you denied them in the first place!"
"You're being selfish Erica!"
"I'm only thinking of the babies. They are not going to suffer because you suddenly want to raise them on an unstable foundation! I want them to be raised in a loving family especially with a father who will always be there for them rather than he feels like it!" It was my turn for the water works. My eyes started to water.
He got up and started towards the door.
"Uh Ms. Baylor I'm sorry to disturb you but you have visitors."
"You can send them in."
She nodded and left.
"Hey you two, what's up?" Sharpay cheerfully chirped, as Krystian pushed past her.
"What's wrong with him? I thought you two made up?"
"He's mad because I'm considering adoption for the babies."
"Did you say babies?"
"Did you just say adoption?"
"I'm surprised he even cares," Kelsi rolled her eyes.
"Can you explain please?"
"I'm having triplets." Zeke quirked his eyebrows and sighed.
"Damn."
"Erica don't you think you should let Krys have some say regarding the future of his children?"
'So you're taking his side?"
"No."
"No Erica as a matter of fact, we're not taking sides. Don't you think you should reconsider your decision though? It did take two of you to make these babies," Kelsi stated.
"Kelsi I am only 14 years old."
"No baby,don't pull that shit with me. You weren't popping off all that mess when you were spreading yuh legs and taking Krystian ass for a ride. So you're going to give up your children because things are starting to get hard and decisions have to be made?"
"So you and Zeke want me to struggle to raise 3 babies off of Krystian's income? Well I hate to break it you, Zeke and Krys but that's not going to happen. I am not going to burden anyone in our family with my responsibilities. Nor am I going to be the one to blame in 5 or 10 years from now for ruining Krys's future."
Kelsi put her hands on her hips, "You shouldn't have fucked him raw in the first place boo. I hate to tell you this, but you have to stop being such a smart ass and look at the big picture. Adoption is a smart choice because you want what's best and raising triplets don't come cheap but please make a decision with Krystian that neither of you will regret."
"I'll talk to him."
"Thank you."
A knock sounded on the door, "Come in."
The nurse poked her head in the door, "Miss Erica you are free to go. However we all recommend you take it easy for a while. Dr. Harvey wants you to come back in a month or so for another ultrasound."
I nodded "Okay."
She smiled and left.
Zeke and Kelsi agreed to go get everyone while I dressed and they left.
"Wow." Never in my life did I ever think that I would be pregnant at the age of 14 by Krystian of all people. Yes, I have to admit that I've never been more scared in my life than I am now, but I personally have to deal with the choices I made. By the time I was ready to tell Krystian I was pregnant, he had lost all interest in me. Once Janeen had caught his eye, I went from being his "baby Erica" to "just plain old Erica". It was as if nothing had ever happened between us. Sometimes I wish it could've stayed that way.
Karen came in, "You ready Erica?"
"I'm just pulling on my sneakers." I started to tear up again.
She sighed and hugged me, "Rickie don't worry yourself. Krys is just being stubborn. He'll come around eventually. I'm his sister and your bff. I know he'll make the right choice."
I smiled and wiped my eyes, "Thanks K."
I smiled linking my arms with hers. I have a lot of doubts but I think I know just who to talk to.
-Author's Note-
Okay so...what do you think? Oh and BTW: I remember my girl general wildcat had said that this was taking a turn away from Taylor but if you really get into Erica's spot you can see when exactly Tay will make an entrance again (cough cough-last line of chapter) lol But I did this scene especially because its a typical Chaylor/Traylor scene any time a teenage pregnancy comes into play with those pairs so its nice to have another pair act it out for a change. ^_^ Now that I'm done Plz R&R!-Jai
