Hey everybody, welcome to another Gmw fanfic! I figured that we'd take a break from weddings and go to what happens next ( no, not lemons). I'm talking about kids, more specifically, the origin story of Lauren Friar, the first born child of Maya and Lucas Friar. Enjoy!

When it came to the topic of kids, Maya Hunter would often either change the subject, ignore the people around her or just keep quiet. She never exactly quite clicked with the concept of having kids. Don't get her wrong, she wanted them, that might as well have been fact, however there was a reason behind her hesitance, not even Riley knew why and as far as Maya knew, Riley didn't want to know, a strange thing for the young woman to do. Usually, Maya could keep her secrets easily, however that didn't work so well with her husband Lucas.

Even since day 1 of 7th grade, Lucas could see right through her. The guy was like Texas-Sherlock Holmes, he could always figure out what was going on. He loved Maya more than life itself and would do anything for her. So naturally he could tell that the topic of kids bothered her. The only question was...why? It was something he desperately wanted to know. The man had been thinking up multiple schemes as to why his wife was so against the topic, so far, he had three theories: 1. Maya, was infertile and embarrassed by it. 2. She had replaced by an alien or 3. She hated kids.

This question needed an answer, fortunately for the young vet, he had a plan.

-x-

Lucas awoke to the sounds of a rainstorm. He then got out of bed quietly so as not to disturb Maya, and opened the curtains a crack to see the New York skyline painted in an onyx grey, heavy rain pouring down. In the distance he could hear the sounds of thunder and lightning.

He then heard stirring coming from his bed.

'' Hey short stack did I wake you?''

This was met with a pillow being thrown at his face. '' Shut up Ranger Rick, you know sunlight is my natural enemy.''

Maya got up slowly, she then rubbed her eyes.

'' So, the sky's grey. Any creativity flowing yet?'' he asked.

'' Its-'' Maya looked at her phone. '' 7AM, until I've had my coffee, my head's as empty as Eric's'' she then put on her favorite plaid robe and went downstairs.

Maya had been stressed out recently. She loved being an artist, it brought her nothing but joy and even though she was only 21 she had already sold a few copies of her paintings, she had also somehow sold one of Riley's purple cats. The reason for her stress was because of her boss, Mindy Sauls. Mindy, despite owning an art gallery, was quite critical of her artists, especially Maya. Recently the woman had called Maya's work '' derivative, subpar and unoriginal''. Lucas had threatened to show Mindy how disrespect was handled down in Texas but Maya assured him it was nothing.

Lately Maya had been going insane from having to draw and paint '' original '' works. She had developed a mild addiction to Monster Energy drinks and would often spend most nights working. She was extremely sleep deprived and often, Lucas would have to leave his nurse in charge while he went to pick Maya up from the gallery and take her home to bed because she had passed out from exhaustion.

'' So, its Saturday, you have anything planned?'' Lucas asked his wife as he put a cup of Italian ground roast coffee in front of her.

'' Well, I was going to sleep but that's not an option. I think I'll just work a bit. How about you? You need to go to the practice?'' Maya answered.

'' Nope. I left Zay in charge. He should be ok though. He's not totally inept'' Lucas joked.

'' I don't know why you let him be your nurse. He isn't even going into the medical field.''

'' True, but he needs some kind of work experience so I thought this might help. Besides he isn't such a bad nurse.''

'' Baby, he mixed up A container of morphine with a container of Russian Bear vodka. You almost injected a Labrador with booze. Which, in retrospect would've been awesome.''

'' Yeah well, I have faith in him. But just in case I've got a lawyer on my speed dial.''

Maya laughed at this. Lucas had always been good at comebacks, but ever since she and him had started dating, he had become almost a master at them.

Maya then got up and went to her studio where she began to doodle. Often times when she didn't have an idea of what she wanted to draw or paint, she'd just let her hand do the work for her. It usually worked out, although this time, a bit too well.

Maya looked at her latest picture, an infant surrounded by the cosmos. She then jumped off the stool she sat on in revolt. This, couldn't be happening, she wasn't meant to be a mother, why would she draw this?

Maya ran out of her home studio into the kitchen where she saw a note.

It read: Hey shortstack, turns out Zay didn't use a sterilized needle so I need to go fix his mistake , be back soon- Huckleberry

Maya rolled her eyes and shook her head. Of course Lucas would help Zay, that's just the guy he was.

-x-

''You're sure this'll work?'' Farkle asked.

'' Hey, I know her better than anyone, trust me it'll work.''

Riley tapped Lucas's shoulder. '' How ya doin?''

'' Ok fine, almost anyone'' Lucas smirked.

Lucas's plan had gone into motion. He had arranged for a triple date between Maya and himself, Riley and Farkle and Zay and Smackle. The date was going to be held at The Slaughterhouse. It was a steakhouse that ahd recently opened up. Despite only being 3 months old, the restaurant had already become a favorite for the New York residents, especially Maya, who claimed '' I could eat here for the rest of eternity.''

Maya looked at her husband. '' What're we doing here Huckleberry?''

'' I told you already, a triple date.''

Maya gave him a dirty look and reluctantly walked into the restaurant.

As they walked in they saw Riley laughing with Zay and Smackle, with Farkle's face in his hands.

'' Hey, is it make fun of Farkle time?'' Lucas joked.

'' Isn't it always?'' Maya smirked.

'' I'm right here'' Farkle complained.

'' We're just teasing baby'' Riley said putting her hand on his shoulder.

Lucas and Maya sat down.

Soon a young man, who looked no older than 20 came up to them. He had on a black shirt, gold chain, blue jeans, black shoes and a nametag that said '' Sal ''.

'' Ay yo, the name's Sal, now whattya mooks wanna eat?'' he asked.

'' Pepsi please'' Riley said.

'' Rose, the whole bottle '' Maya added.

'' Wohoho, heavyweight right here'' Sal marveled. '' How about you glasses, what's ya poison?''

'' Alcohol '' Smackle said.

'' Could ya be more how ya say? Specific?'' Sal asked.

'' Drinkable alcohol'' Smackle responded.

Sal slapped his face. '' Ya know what Copernicus, Imma give you the house special; scotch on the rocks.''

Lucas, Zay and Farkle could see that the poor man was getting fed up.

'' Three Bud lites'' Lucas said.

'' You got it. Now ya mooks what'll be to eat. We got the best steaks outside a Buenos Aires, I should now, I spent my teenage years there.''

The group looked at each other.

'' Can I get the t-bone, medium rare, barbeque basting with fries?'' Riley asked.

'' Wow medium rare, you there hoodie guy, ya gots ya a good one'' Sal winked at Farkle.

'' Yeah, yeah I do'' Farkle said as he put his arm around Riley.

'' Anyway, hoodie guy, what'll it be?''

'' Ribs, beef'' he said.

'' Alright, drinkable alcohol lady, mini afro , scary blonde chick and tall guy, what'll it be?''

'' Chicken wings please, also extra volcano sauce'' Maya responded, giving Sal a dirty look.

'' Rump steak, 300 gram, barbeque basting with vegetables'' Smackle said blankly.

'' Yeah uh can I get the fillet, dry pepper basting with fries'' Zay asked.

'' And I'll have what my wife's having'' Lucas said looking at Maya.

'' Alright, I'll be with ya yucks soon'' Sal said walking away.

'' What a dick'' Riley said.

'' Agreed. His demeanor is not compatible with someone in the service industry'' Smackle stated, adjusting her glasses.

Lucas gave a nod to his friends, except for Maya. It was time to put his plan into action.

Over the years Lucas had noticed that Maya had a drunk personality that he found adorable. This was matter-of-fact Maya. When drunk Maya would become really, really honest. It was this personality that got Maya to tell Lucas she still liked him back in high school.

Lucas' plan was to get Maya drunk, then ask her what her deal was with kids. If his theory was correct, then she'd sing like a canary.

Soon Sal came over with the group's drink orders. As per usual, Maya inhaled her wine. She loved alcohol, it just tasted so good.

'' So Riley, how goes the wedding planning?'' Lucas asked.

'' Not bad, I mean we've just started but we've already narrowed down our choices for reception venues.''

'' Yep, and hopefully I can get –

'' Farkle we are not getting Kevin Conroy to be our officiant'' Riley interrupted.

Farkle pouted.

'' Why not? He's Batman for God's sake! I'd want him at my wedding'' Zay said sipping his beer.

'' Tell him your plan Farkle'' Riley deadpanned.

'' I want Kevin Conroy to dress up as Batman from the 90s TV series and officiate.''

The group groaned.

Lucas smirked for a second. '' Hey babe, why don't you have some more wine'' the man then filled the glass. As he expected, Maya chugged it.

-x-

An hour later the group had finished eating, and Maya was beyond plastered. They had paid the bill and were currently in the restaurant parking lot.

'' I love, this man, right here'' Maya said, booping Lucas' nose.

'' Ok peaches, you'd better get in Lucas' truck'' Riley said.

'' No, no, I'm fine, reall- bleech'' Maya hurled.

'' Ewww'' Lucas said in revolt.

'' Aren't you a doctor?'' Farkle asked.

'' Yeah well, body liquids gross me out'' Lucas shuddered.

Riley and Lucas helped Maya into the truck's cab and the respective couples all drove away.

Once Lucas and Maya had gone back to their home Lucas helped her onto the couch.

'' You had a wild night, short stack.''

'' Zip it Ranger Roy, I may be drunk but I can still kick your ass'' Maya spat back.

'' I bet you could. Now listen, you love me right?''

'' Of course?'' Maya asked, skeptically.

'' Then tell me something; what's with you and kids?''

'' They're little humans'' she giggled.

'' Maya, come on'' Lucas whined.

'' Ok ok, ahem. I'm scared.''

'' Excuse me?''

'' I'm scared. I mean, my mom was fine with me, I had my grandma to help out. But my dad, the Muppet, well…''

'' I know'' Lucas said calmly, putting his hand on her shoulder.

'' Also * hiccup * what if I fail? I mean, a few tests in middle school is fine, but as a mother? I-I don't know if I could do that. What if I carry my dad's genes? What if I do such a bad job that the best thing for you and our kid is for me to leave-

Lucas put his finger to her lips. '' It'll be fine. Besides , we don't need to worry about kids yet, we're semi – newlyweds'' Lucas laughed.

Little did the young vet know, that in a few days his and Maya's world would be rocked.

Hey there Dravenites thanks so much for reading. Also I'm going to consider this my anniversary story because as of last month I've been writing for 5 years and publishing for 4 of them! Anyway back on topic, if you liked this story give it a favorite, follow and/or review.

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