A/N: Thanks so much guys for the very kind & encouraging reviews for the last chapter. You guys are something else! This chapter isn't heavy like the last one & it actually has some Az/Teddy time in it so hopefully y'all will enjoy that! Thanks again y'all, I really appreciate it! Thanks Moonbebe, I can never say that enough! Here we go...

Chapter 25

Arizona thought about the days since Callie's revelation and smiled thinking about the routine they had fallen into. Things had changed in their relationship and they both felt at ease. It was a very welcome change and she felt such relief. Her thoughts came to a stop as she picked up the phone.

"Hello?"

"Hey, babe, I hope this doesn't upset you but I can't come to the doctor with you. We have a huge case right now and the captain told me I had to stay."

Arizona felt the disappointment welling up inside of her. She wasn't angry; she just wanted Callie there with her.

"I understand."

"Please don't be upset. I hate that this happened but I called Teddy and she said she could meet you there."

"Teddy? Are we sure that would be a good idea? That doesn't seem like her kind of thing."

"Teddy cares about you Arizona. She doesn't want you to have to go alone. Give her a break and just go with it. Okay?"

"I know she cares, Calliope, she's just.. Well, she's just Teddy. You never know what she's going to do."

"I know honey, but that's part of her appeal. Just do this for me and I promise to make it up to you later."

Arizona's mind wandered over all the things she would like Callie to do to her. She had stopped questioning the naughty thoughts that Callie evoked. She knew she was more than attracted to her and it would only be a matter of time before the kisses they shared would not be enough.

"Okay, but she's not going to be in the room during my exam."

Callie chuckled at Arizona's words. She knew they all were making progress and forming their little family and she loved it.

"Thanks and I will see you later. Hey, call me as soon as you leave the office. Okay?"

"I will Calliope. See you later."

Arizona hung the phone up and smiled. Her life was so good right now. She pushed her thoughts aside and finished getting ready.

Callie stood staring at the crib. She had just told Arizona a lie but it was for a good cause.

"John, Arizona will be leaving the house in about thirty minutes. Do you think we can pull this off?"

"Hell yeah, Torres, I could do this in my sleep."

Callie watched as her friend and co-worker tightened bolts and fit all the pieces together. She had gone to the baby store and purchased the crib and changing table that Arizona had picked out. She wanted to have everything ready in the nursery before Arizona's parents arrived. That was a day away. She had tried to motivate Arizona to get everything finished but she just didn't seem to mind. This would be an awesome surprise for her. Callie could not wait to see her face.

"Okay John, what can I do?"

"You can stop hovering over me. We'll get it done, Torres, don't worry."

Callie knew he was right. He already had the changing table assembled and he was almost finished with the crib. She needed a distraction so she decided to go smoke. No, she promised herself she would not do that anymore. Arizona did not want her smoking and she knew she needed to quit. Walking across the room she threw the cigarettes into the trash can.

"What the hell, Torres? Get those out of there and give them to me. Just because your sweet little Barbie wants you to quit doesn't mean the rest of us have to suffer."

Callie laughed at her friend. He was right but what was the deal with everyone calling her Barbie?

"Work John and then you can smoke the whole damn pack!"

Arizona glanced at her watch and knew she could not wait any longer. She had to go inside and sign in. Teddy would have to just come inside.

"Good morning, Arizona."

"Good morning, Melinda."

"I hope you are doing well. I have been warning everyone coming in that Dr. Benson is running way behind. He had an emergency c-section this morning and it put all of his scheduled appointments behind. Do you want to wait or reschedule?"

Arizona didn't mind waiting. She had an appointment with Dr. Porter but that was in five hours. Hopefully it wouldn't take that long.

"I think I'll be fine to wait. Thanks, Melinda."

Arizona looked around and spotted two empty chairs. She headed that way and as she sat down she saw Teddy coming through the door. She motioned for her to join her. She noticed Teddy was wearing her trademark cargoes and tank top. Arizona watched as several women followed Teddy's trek across the waiting room. She was a very attractive woman but sometimes she seemed oblivious to the attention she attracted.

"Hey, Blondie."

Arizona leaned against the arm Teddy had stretched around her. At first she had felt uncomfortable with Teddy's affection but now she knew it was just who she was. She tried to act all tough and gruff but she really wasn't.

"Hey Teddy. I appreciate you coming here today. Melinda just told me that Dr. Benson is running very behind. Is that okay with you or do you need to leave?"

"Are you trying to get rid of me?"

"No, not at all. I just wanted you to be aware in case you needed to leave."

"I'm off today, so I'm all yours."

Arizona glanced at Teddy who seemed very nervous in their environment. Or was it because she was around her? It had to be uncomfortable for her. She was Callie's ex, after all.

Teddy hated coming to the gynecologist's office. Luckily she wasn't the one having to endure the visit today. She was just here for moral support. This was quite a strange situation with her ex's new girlfriend. Well, they weren't girlfriends- Yet. Teddy wondered how Arizona would react if she knew Callie had dumped her to pine after her partner's wife. It said a lot for how strongly Callie feels for her and has felt for a long time.

"Teddy, are you okay?"

"Peachy."

Arizona took the opportunity to study her profile. She was very pretty and had great skin. Even without wearing makeup, she looked great. And she had a confidence that Arizona envied. Teddy and Callie both had a lot of confidence. Was it their dangerous careers? Arizona remembered Callie saying that Teddy had been in the military, as well. She really didn't seem like a military person except for her cargoes and tank top.

"If you don't stop staring at me, I'm going to have to talk with Callie about keeping you a little more satisfied."

Arizona was slightly embarrassed at her candor. She knew Teddy never had a problem speaking her mind but sometimes she still took her off guard.

"I'm sorry Teddy, I didn't mean to stare. I was actually thinking what an enigma you are. You are so beautiful without even trying. You have a dangerous job that you apparently love and you were in the military. It's funny how the more I get to know you how different you really are from your outward appearance."

"What the hell? How long have you been going over that in your mind? I think we just shared a Hallmark moment."

Arizona smiled but wondered why she always hid behind her attitude. She wanted to know more about her.

"Teddy, tell me about yourself. And don't look at me like that. You are a part of my life now and I want to know some things about you. Start with your real name."

Teddy studied the pushy blond sitting beside her. She couldn't help the smile that formed as she thought of how much progress Arizona had made over the last several months. She guessed she owed her this much.

"My real name is Theodora, but I will hurt you if I ever hear that pass your lips. I know you like calling people by their whole name. And I can even tolerate the Calliope thing but no Theodora's. Do you understand?"

Arizona smiled and nodded.

"I grew up here in Seattle. My parents were divorced when I was thirteen. I was a pretty bad kid and I got in trouble a lot. My parents thought it would be a good idea to send me to military school. They wanted to straighten me out, so to speak. And yes, I meant it in that way. I told them I was gay when I was fifteen and of course they freaked the hell out and shipped me off to be someone else's problem. I really didn't mind. I enjoyed getting away from them. And when it was time for me to graduate, I signed up to be in the Army. I knew I couldn't go back home to that. And the rest is history."

"No way, Theodora. Keep talking."

"Hey, Blondie, I warned you. Just because you're pregnant doesn't mean I won't hurt you."

Arizona glared at Teddy, wanting her to continue.

"Fuck, no wonder Callie's always in knots."

Arizona thought about that statement but let it slide. She touched Teddy's hand wanting her to feel comfortable around her without putting the shell back up. She listened as Teddy continued.

"I signed on for a fifteen year contract and yes that was a long time but I didn't even want to think about going back to the hell that I called home. I trained as a medic and by the time I was twenty we were deploying to our first mission in the Persian Gulf. I saw so many terrible things that I could have never prepared myself for. It was part of war and I had to learn that. The rest of my Army career was pretty much the same thing. Training, deploying and pretending."

"What do you mean, Teddy?"

"Don't ask don't tell. In the military if you're gay you have to be so far in the closet you almost forget who you are. It's so hard but that's what you have to do. I had made it to my twelve year mark and then I did something stupid. I got involved with my C.O. and someone found out. We were questioned and I tried to be discreet and protect her but she threw me to the wolves. She denied her side of it and put the blame all on me. I was court-martialed and discharged. My Army career was over and I was devastated. I came home and needless to say it made matters worse for my parents knowing I was kicked out of the Army for being a lesbian. My father has since passed away and I barely speak with my mother."

Arizona wanted to cry for Teddy. She was fighting back the tears and saw Teddy studying her.

"Come on now; don't get all weepy on me. I'm okay with my life. Things were very hard when I first came home but it's all good. I have a great job and I have great friends, including you, and I'm seeing this smoking hot babe. And we're about to add a new little member to our happy little family. Things could not be better for me."

Arizona felt relief at Teddy's words. She had been through a lot. Come to think of it, all three of them had been through a lot but they were all doing so much better. Thanks to each other and the happy little family they had formed.

"Wait, did you say you were seeing a smoking hot babe? When did this happen?"

"Arizona Robbins."

Both women looked at each other and smiled. Saved by the bell.

"I'll be out in just a little bit. Oh and Teddy, thanks for sharing. It really means a lot for you to trust me. Thank you."

Teddy watched her walk away. Callie sure was one lucky chick.

"Is everything okay? I don't mean to panic but I wasn't expecting Dr. Benson to do an ultrasound today."

"Arizona, I assure you this is just a precaution. Dr. Benson wanted to reassure everyone that she is doing fine. We heard the heartbeat and everything sounds great. He just wants to check her out one more time."

"Amelia, her name is Amelia."

Arizona knew she probably sounded rude but she didn't want her baby to be referred to as 'her' or 'the baby' anymore. She had a name and it was such a beautiful name and so meaningful that Arizona wanted everyone to know.

"Okay, well let's take another look at Amelia."

"Could you please go get my friend, Teddy Altman, from the waiting room? I don't really want to do this alone."

"Sure, I'll be right back. Everything is fine, Arizona, you'll see."

Teddy was getting anxious. Callie had just called her and asked to stall as much as possible. She remembered Arizona saying she had another appointment this afternoon so she would just keep her occupied until then.

"Teddy Altman?"

Teddy's head jerked around to stare at the nurse calling her name. What the hell was going on? Was something wrong? She jumped up and practically ran over to her.

"Yes, I'm Teddy. Is something wrong? Is Arizona okay? The baby?"

"Please, just follow me Ms. Altman."

Teddy was scared to death. She didn't think they could handle anything else happening. She knew she needed to calm down before she saw Arizona. She followed the nurse to an exam room and held her breath as the door opened.

"Teddy, thank you, they want to do another ultrasound and I just didn't want to be alone. I don't mean to put you in an awkward position and I will understand if you don't want to stay."

"Arizona, I am not leaving you in here by yourself."

Teddy moved to the side of the exam table and held out her hand. She usually hid her emotions well but she had gotten attached to these two in the last few months.

Arizona reached out and took Teddy's hand.

"Good morning, Arizona. Sorry for the delay."

"Dr. Benson, this is my friend Teddy Altman."

Teddy shook hands with the doctor. She used her left hand, not wanting to disconnect from Arizona.

"Arizona, everything is fine. I can see that you are concerned but I just want to reassure all of us that she's good. Her heartbeat was very strong at 138 beats per minute. I just want you to be able to see her. Okay?"

"Dr. Benson, we decided to name her Amelia."

Teddy looked at Arizona with tears in her eyes. She had said 'we' like it was the everyday normal thing to say. She was so proud of Callie for opening up and telling Arizona that painful part of her life and what a tribute to the woman who had saved her life. Dammit, what was her problem? Tears again?

"That's a beautiful name, Arizona. Let's take a look at Amelia."

Teddy watched in amazement. This was her first time experiencing an ultrasound and she could not believe the picture as it formed on the screen. She could see every detail of the baby. From her little head all the way down to her toes. This was beautiful.

"Arizona, Amelia looks great. She's measuring right on target for eight and a half months. She's eighteen inches long and she's weighing in at just over six pounds. Everything is just fine."

Teddy listened as Dr. Benson explained things to Arizona, but she could not pull her eyes away from the monitor. Amelia was curled up and sucking her thumb. Teddy knew she had never seen such a beautiful sight. This little girl would be loved by everyone around her. She thought back to her childhood and knew Amelia would never feel any of the things she did. She was so thankful to be included in her life.

Arizona thanked Dr. Benson and moved to sit up. Was Teddy crying? She didn't know if she needed to say anything so she kept her mouth closed. She was surprised when she heard Teddy speak.

"Dr. Benson, do you think I could have a copy of the picture too?"

Arizona never took her eyes off of Teddy. This was such a change from the woman who usually had her laughing with her attitude and comments. She watched her wipe a few tears from her face and take the picture from Dr. Benson. She heard her thank him as he left.

"Arizona, I swear if you tell anyone that I was crying I will really hurt you. I'm going to step out and let you get dressed and then we're going to lunch."

Arizona smiled as the door closed. Her life had changed so much with the entrance of Calliope and Teddy and for that, she was so thankful.

YAY! More happy times! :)