Looking in the mirror, Zoe couldn't help but beam with happiness. She was stood sideways on, in her nightdress, admiring her newly changing figure. She moved her hands up to her stomach and placed one hand above and one hand below her bump, cupping it gently. She was still very petite and her rounded stomach still wasn't noticeable, provided she wore slightly loser clothing. At work, only Tess and Charlie knew about the pregnancy and both Nick and Zoe had sworn them to secrecy. It certainly wasn't easy hiding it though. Zoe was careful not to do anything too strenuous such as lifting stretchers onto beds. Somehow, she'd managed to go unnoticed although she had clocked Adam narrowing his eyes at her on a couple of occasions.

Zoe stood there for another few minutes before she eventually noticed Nick standing by the bedroom door in the reflection of the mirror. Zoe span around and grinned.

"How long have you been standing there then?" asked Zoe. Nick smiled back and wandered over, wrapping his arm protectively around Zoe's waist.

"Long enough. Just admiring how beautiful you're looking this morning" said Nick as Zoe rolled her eyes "Anyway, today's the day!"

Zoe took a deep breath and then grinned up towards Nick who's expression reflected her own. Today was her 12 week scan, a day that they had both been waiting for, for weeks. It was of course mixed with apprehension but they were still both looking forward to the day. Alexa was also coming along too as both Nick and Zoe wanted to include their daughter in the pregnancy as much as they could. Although she was only a toddler, they both felt it important for Alexa to feel part of everything and not feel left out when her brother or sister arrived.

"You nervous?" asked Zoe. Nick widened his eyes and then nodded slowly.

"I guess I am. It's a big day isn't it, the first time we get to see our baby" Nick responded, looking down and laying his hand upon Zoe's stomach.

"I know" answered Zoe "Do you think we should go public with the pregnancy, presuming everything goes okay today?"

"It's up to you but it is nice being able to keep it to ourselves" admitted Nick, enjoying keep the pregnancy between them and a couple of others.

" I agree but I don't think I can hide it for much longer. I'm sure Adam knows that something's up and no doubt a few others have their suspicions" countered Zoe. Nick smiled and kissed the top of her head lightly.

"I'll do whatever you wish. If you feel it's the right time then we'll announce it" Nick's tone was supportive and Zoe immediately felt at ease. "Right, I'll go and get little'un up and get her breakfast whilst you get ready and make yourself even more beautiful!" Nick winked as he headed out of the bedroom.

"You always were a charmer!" Zoe laughed as she called after him. Zoe turned away from the mirror and headed over towards the chair in their bedroom where she had laid out her clothes for today last night. As she wasn't working today, she'd decided upon some comfy black leggings and dark pink blouse to wear. She was hoping to be able to go maternity shopping in a few weeks and buy a few things for her ever changing figure.

Once ready, Zoe headed out towards the kitchen where Alexa was sat in her high chair, attempting to feed herself some cereal. Nick was leant over the cooker, creating something that smelled suspiciously like a cooked breakfast.

"Smells gorgeous!" Zoe remarked. "Pass me a piece of kitchen roll" added Zoe, smiling at how messy her daughter had managed to get her high chair. "Look at you missy, making a mess everywhere" Zoe's tone didn't have any once of annoyance in and Alexa responded to her mother's comment by pointing at the spilled cereal and giggling.

"Here we are" announced Nick as he placed the last few rashers of bacon onto their plates and carried them over to the table. Both Nick and Zoe took their seats at the table and began tucking into a plate of bacon, mushrooms, eggs, sausages, beans and hash browns. "Oh, Zo" Nick's expression told Zoe that he was probably going to say something she wasn't going to like.

"What is it?"

"I've said I'll pop into work for a few hours later. Adam's request, I'm sorry"

Zoe sighed and pushed the food around her plate. She'd hoped that Nick had taken the day off to come to the scan and then spend the rest of the day with her and Alexa. "Seriously Nick?"

"He sounded desperate and it isn't for very long" Nick said apologetically. Zoe nodded and smiled a little.

"No, don't apologize" said Zoe, realising that she may be being a little harsh on Nick "That's what I love about you, you're helpful and caring"

"I'd certainly be in the wrong profession if I wasn't!" Nick winked, realising that she'd forgiven him "Look, today's a special day and I won't let work get in the way I promise. Now, eat up or else your food will get cold!"

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I'm sorry for the wait but I hope it's worth it. I have already written the next chapter so hopefully that should be up in the next few days. I love to receive reviews so if you have time, please leave a little comment whether good or bad! :)