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Chapter 17 Almost summer
The month flew by, Baby went with spring break to Kellerman's, Johnny had arranged it, her pregnancy is going well, she had several echoes and Johnny made sure he could be there with her, the parents are very happy to see how much they're looking forward to be a family, Marge had trouble at first to accept Baby being pregnant, but when she saw the first echo print, she became more excited about becoming a grandmother.
Baby has decided that she will raise the baby at campus for the first years, Johnny at first had a little trouble with that but she wasn't going to drop her study, and she told him that Mr. Castle always could look after the baby as well, he had to accept it, though he wished he could have Baby and their baby with him every day, he tries to come as often to Baby as possible, so he wouldn't miss too much of her pregnancy.
Billy stayed in a coma for about 3 weeks, they had tried to wake him up after a week but it was to no avail, his wound did healed quite fast, Jenny went to visit him every day after school and in the weekends she stayed with him the whole day, when he woke up, he couldn't remember anything at all, it took weeks for him to get him memory back, the two grew closer during his recovery, Billy is back at work since a few months, he did got free days a few times to join Johnny so he could see Jenny again.
Baby and Jenny are studying hard for their coming exams, next week the exams will start, they got a lot of free time from the lessons now, but they use it to study, Johnny wanted to come this weekend but Max had told him that he couldn't, they're preparing for the summer season at Kellerman's and Johnny understood it will be a very busy season this year.
The day is really nice, the sun is shining and it's warm, Baby wakes up and sits straight, she looks at Jenny who's still asleep, she smiles as she stands up, she lays her hand on her belly and walks to the window, she looks outside and enjoys the sun for a bit while caressing her belly, she feels huge, but she's almost 9 months, so soon she'll be giving birth, they didn't want to know the gender until its born.
"Jenny?" Baby asks as she turns to look at Jenny, "Jenny!" Baby says a little louder, Jenny groans a little and turns around, "come on, Jen, stand up," Baby says and went to the bed, "why?" Jenny asks in a groggy voice, opening one eye to look at a smiling Baby, "it's a real warm day, and I'm hungry," Baby says, Jenny sighs and push herself up in a sitting position, "you're a food monster." Baby giggles about it and went to look for her pregnancy dress, Johnny had bought it for her last month.
"I want to have a walk outside," Baby says as she sits on the bed, Jenny helps her putting her shoes on, "when it's time for the baby to come?" Jenny asks, Baby giggles, "I'm sorry that I need you to help me," Baby says, "it's okay Baby, you're my best friend," Jenny says as she stands straight, "I'm so happy to have you as best friend, Jen," Baby says and stands straight, Jenny smiles, "give me a moment, please, to prepare before we get some breakfast." Jenny says and Baby only nods, Jenny went to the bathroom.
In the cafeteria, Baby is eating for 2, literally, Jenny is eating slow while she's looking at Baby, "gosh, how do you do it?" She asks and Baby giggles about it, "I don't know," Baby says, Mr. Castle walks to their table and smiles as he watches Baby, "hey girls," he says, Baby smiles at him as he gives her a kiss on her cheek, he did with Jenny too and sits down, "how are you feeling this morning?" He asks, he knows she's almost on her end so he's keeping an extra eye on her, "good, the weather is nice, I want to take a walk," Baby says, "don't walk too much, you need to rest," he says and Baby nods, "how does it actually feel to be pregnant?" Jenny asks, Mr. Castle chuckles a little, "good, it feels good, but also weird, and sometimes painful."
"When will you see my son again?" He asks, Baby looks at him with a happy smile, "hopefully the last weekend from the exams, if he can get away from Kellerman's," Baby says, Mr. Castle nods, "I might take a holiday at the resort this year, I haven't been on holiday for years," he says as he sips his coffee, "you'll love it there." Baby says with a smile, her parents have planned a holiday at Kellerman's again this year, Baby is looking forward to it.
Chris went to their table as well, he sits down and the girls smile at him, "good morning," Chris says, "good morning, you got lessons today?" Jenny asks, "no, but I need to study for the exams next week," Chris says with a little sigh, "you want to join us?" Baby asks, "where are you going?" He asks curiously, "we'll be having a short walk, I want to sit outside and study there, it's such nice weather," Baby says, Chris smiles and nods, "sounds lovely." Chris became a friend after the happening at the ball.
After breakfast, Chris went to get his books to study, he told the girls he would meet them at the door, Baby and Jenny went to their room, Baby sits down on the bed and sighs a little, walking is heavy for her, she want to take her schoolbag when the phone went off, she picks the horn up.
"Hello?" She asks, Jenny turns and looks at Baby, "Hey Baby, I miss you," Johnny says, Baby starts to smile wider, "hey, sweetie, I miss you too," Baby says, Johnny smiles happily, "how's our little baby doing?" He asks, Baby rubs her belly with her free hand, "it's very big now, it's about time it will be born," Baby says, Johnny chuckles a little, "you're almost due, Baby, just a few more weeks," Johnny says, "are you counting the days?" Baby asks, "of course, I can't wait to hold our little one in my arms," Johnny says, "what if I'll go into labor earlier? Or later?" Baby asks, "then I'll be there anyway."
Baby giggles about it, she loves it that he's looking forward to becoming a father, she remembers how he had told her that he will do things differently, than the way he went through life, he told her he will make sure the baby won't be short on anything, she loves him all the more for it and she's sure he will be the best father there is.
"Don't you need to work?" Baby asks curiously, he doesn't call in the mornings normally, "yeah, I only got a few minutes," he answers, "but I wanted to talk to you about something," he says, Baby became curious now, "about what?" She asks, "I know you're coming to Kellerman's this summer, your dad told me and I can't wait to have you in my arms again," Johnny says, "I can't wait either," Baby says, "I've talked to Max and your father, asked them if it's possible for you to come earlier to Kellerman's," he says, "and?" Baby asks, "your dad is okay with it, Max has given me permission," Johnny says with a smile, "that's great! I can't wait now," Baby says, making him chuckle, "my cabin is done with renovations, I made a baby room for the baby," he says and Baby giggles, "and I even got a small kitchen."
"Sounds amazing, can't wait to see it," Baby says, "it's amazing, Baby, I've never lived in this luxury before," he says, Baby smiles, "I'm happy you can live in a bit more luxury, Johnny, you deserve it so much," she says, "I love you so much, Baby," he says, "I love you too," she says, "you've planned anything for today?" He asks showing interest, "I'm going with Jen and Chris for a little walk and then we'll be studying outside, nothing much," Baby says, "don't walk too much, Baby, you need to rest, okay? The doctor told you," Johnny says, "you just sound like your father now," Baby giggles about it, Johnny couldn't help but grinning about it, "oh, I almost forgot," he says, "what?" Baby asks curiously, "Jenny is also allowed to come earlier and she can stay with Billy, he got a double bed now and he has his part of the cabin for himself," Johnny says, Baby looks at Jenny and grins, she sees Baby's grin and became curious, "I'll tell her."
Jenny stands up and takes her bag, though she's curious about what Baby is talking to Johnny, "Jen is waiting for me," Baby says, "alright, I need to get to work in a bit, but," he says, "but, what?" Baby asks curious, "would you like to have our wedding at Kellerman's this summer?" Johnny asks, Baby starts to smile, "sounds good, you got a date in mind?" Baby asks, "I was first thinking on the last day of the season, because we have so many memories from that day," Johnny says and thinks, "but I want to give you a honeymoon before you need to go back to school," he says, Baby giggles, "Kellerman's will be our honeymoon, sweetie," Baby says, "I know that, Baby, but if we have our wedding earlier, I get the rest of the season off," Johnny says, "you deserve a holiday," Baby says with a nod, "what date you had in mind besides the last day?" Baby asks, "I was thinking about the day that we had the Sheldrake gig, it's a special day for us," he says, "don't you need to go with Pen this year?" Baby asks, "no, Max has ended that contract, so what do you think?" He asks, "I would love that."
"Great, I'll start arranging everything for our wedding, can't wait to marry you that day," he says and Baby giggles about it, "I'm going now, Jenny is getting impatient," Baby says and Johnny chuckles about it, "alright, have a nice day, Baby," he says, "you too, sweetie, don't dream too much," Baby says, "See ya this evening, bye now, I love you," he says, Baby became curious again but there wasn't any time now to ask him, "bye, sweetie, I love you too." Johnny ends the call and Baby lays the horn down.
"You're gonna tell me?" Jenny asks, Baby smiles at her and stands up, Jenny takes Baby's bag as well, "Johnny has arranged that we can go to Kellerman's earlier than first planned," Baby says, "that's great, Baby, I so long to a good holiday," Jenny says and Baby nods, they walk slowly to the door outside, Chris is waiting for them and he smiles when he sees them, "yeah, I can't wait for the holiday either, he told me that you can stay with Billy," Baby says, Jenny's smile widens and Baby giggles about it, "he said that Billy has the cabin for himself now and he has a double bed," Baby says with a wink, making Jenny blush a bit, "and you?"
Chris helps Baby down the stairs, "thanks, Chris, you're being a true friend," Baby says, "thanks, Baby, I'm happy to have you both as my friends," he says, "I want to invite you to my wedding," Baby says, "when will the wedding be?" He asks, "this summer, halfway the summer season, at Kellerman's, details will follow," Baby says, "sounds great, and it's actually fortunate that it's at Kellerman's," he says, "why so?" Jenny asks, he looks at her with a smile, "my parents are going this year, I'm going with them this time, I could use a good holiday," he says, "great! Then you don't have to miss us this summer." Baby says and he nods with a smile.
The day passes by slowly, the walk was very short because Baby couldn't walk too much, they sit on the grass now, studying and enjoying the sun, Baby smiles as she rubs her belly a bit while reading in her school book, Chris is laying down a bit, enjoying the sun, he got a little bored with studying, Jenny is looking at him for a moment.
"Don't fall asleep, will ya?" She asks, he opens an eye and looks at her, she giggles, "don't worry, I just need a little break," he says, Baby looks at him as well, "you look very comfy, but it's almost dinner time and I'm actually being hungry," Baby says and giggles, "god, how do you do it?" Chris asks, Baby only points at her belly.
"Let's go, the earlier, the better," Baby says, Jenny stands up and tries to help Baby standing up, Chris stands up to help her, "I'm sorry that I'm so dependent on you," Baby says, "don't worry about it," Chris says, "I like to help you," he adds, Baby smiles, Jenny puts Baby's books in her bag and they walk slowly to the cafeteria for dinner.
Mr. Castle sees them walking inside and went to them, "hey," Baby says as she smiles at him, "you're going for dinner?" He asks, "yeah, I'm really hungry," Baby says, he looks at Jenny and Chris as well and smiles, "you're not going to eat here today," he says, making all three of them really curious now, "come with me." As he turns, they follow Mr. Castle to his office.
Upon opening the office door, Baby went inside and then she sees Johnny and Billy, "Johnny!" She exclaims, he quickly went to her and they kiss, Jenny went to Billy who grabs her tightly in his arms, Chris smiles as he watch them, Johnny looks at him and smiles.
"Hey, Chris," Johnny says and extends his hand, Chris shakes it, "Hey, Johnny, how are you?" Chris asks, "great, it's going great, life couldn't be better," Johnny says and looks at Baby with a happy smile, he lays his hand on her belly, "Max gave us two days off," Billy says with a smile, he shakes hand with Chris as well and gave Baby a kiss on her cheek.
"I let you youngsters be," Mr. Castle says, "dad?" Johnny asks and looks at his father, "yes, son?" He asks and smiles, "would you like to join us for dinner? I want to take Baby out to a nice restaurant," Johnny says, "oh, I wouldn't want to disturb your evening together," Mr. Castle says, "please, dad, I want to have dinner with the 6 of us," Johnny insists, his father keeps smiling, "alright, I'll join, but I'll pay for my own food." He points at Johnny's chest, who smiles and hugs his father shortly.
When they're at the restaurant for dinner, which wasn't too far from campus, Johnny didn't want Baby to travel too far, he and Billy made sure Baby is comfortable at all times, but so did the rest, Baby really feels blessed with her friends.
"How's Pen doing? I miss her," Baby says as she sips a bit from her water, Johnny looks at her with a smile as he sips his beer, "better, she's really happy now," Johnny says, "yeah, Rodriguez is trying to get her attention, Pen isn't easy but she seems to love his attention," Billy says in a teasing tone, Baby giggles about it, Johnny chuckles about it, "it's good to see her enjoying life again," Johnny says, Baby nods in agreement, "she deserves all the happiness coming to her." Baby says.
"Where's the food?" Baby asks, Jenny giggles now, Billy chuckles about it, Chris is rolling his eyes, "she doesn't stop eating," Chris says as he looks at Johnny, who starts to laugh about it, "I'm happy you became friends with the girls, Chris," Johnny says, "yeah, I'm happy to know they at least have some security," Billy says with a wink, "I'm not as strong as you guys," Chris says, "we can make you," Johnny says, his father chuckles about it, "and dad is also here." Johnny says with a smile as he looks at his father, Mr. Castle only nods with a smile.