What Now? Chapter 21
On February 1st, Stacy went out to the mall to do a little shopping. Once she got home, she spent the rest of the day hanging out. Pizza Steve took Stacy to her hair appointment on Saturday. She convinced him to stay with her until she was done. The two of them picked up some burger queen on the way home for lunch.
Stacy got a very special phone call on Sunday. It was from Monique. She answered when she heard the phone ring. "Hey." Monique greeted when Stacy picked up the phone. "Oh, hey Monique! What's going on?" "A lot actually..." "Really? Like what?" "Uhhh... Well, I've been keeping a secret from you for a few months because I didn't know how to tell you." "What?" "I wanted to tell you now... I...I...I'm... *sigh*" "Just tell me. There's nothing to be nervous about." "I know. I'm just nervous that you'll be mad I didn't tell you sooner." "Nah, you explained why you didn't tell me. All that matters is that you're telling me now." "Alright... I'm...I'm pregnant." Stacy was scilent before she screamed. The gang heard her scream and rushed in "Is everything alright, Stacy?!" Uncle Grandpa panicked. "Omg omg omg OMG! Monique is having a baby!" Stacy shouted in excitement. She put Monique on speaker. "I told the gang the big news!" "Oh, wow! Congratulations Monique!" Mr. Gus said. They were all exhilarated and talked to Monique for a little while before Stacy had to get ready for work. She left at 12pm and didn't arrive home until 6pm, just in time for dinner. Stacy did her college class at 2pm on Monday then around 5pm, she went out with the gang to help kids. While they were out, Stacy slipped and cut her leg open. They rushed home, and Uncle Grandpa fixed her up. Stacy had a hard time walking at first because it was sore. Uncle Grandpa carried her to her bed. She didn't do anything else that day because her leg hurt.
Stacy's leg was feeling a bit better on Tuesday but she wasn't going to do much walking because it was homework day. Class on Wednesday was at 8am and only lasted an hour. As soon as class ended, Stacy had to get ready for work. She left around 10:30am. Pizza Steve was waiting outside the diner when Stacy got off at 2pm. They headed back to the RV, Stacy wanted to take Cali on a walk. They walked around town spending some time together, talking.
Stacy had to wake up at 8am to be at work at 9am. She was so tired when she got home but couldn't sleep, because she had a college class. After class, she took a long, well deserved nap. Later that night, the gang had a movie night. They stayed up later than usual but Pizza Steve and Stacy couldn't stay awake. They fell asleep around 1am. Mr. Gus took them to bed then went back to watch movies. Staying up late the night before probably wasn't the best idea.. Stacy had to get up at 8am for work once again. She concidered calling into work sick because she was so tired. She had plans to hang out with her mom after work at 2pm. Stacy got home around 4pm and spent the rest of the evening in her room with Pizza Steve.
Stacy woke up the next morning in her bed with Pizza Steve asleep next to her. Once they were both awake, the two of them chilled and played video games for the whole day since Stacy didn't have work or school. On Sunday, Stacy had plans to visit back home. Pizza Steve agreed to tag along with her and they headed to her childhood home around noon. "Oh! I'm so happy to see you two!" Stacy's mom greeted when she opened the door. She gave them a hug before they walked inside. "Stanley! Your daughter is here!" Stanley was getting ready to leave for work when Diane called for him. "Hello, sweetheart." He said, hugging Stacy. "I thought we didn't have to work today." Diane said, puzzled when she noticed her husband in his work clothes. "We don't, but I got called in. Again." "Oh..." "I'll be home before dinner." Stanley left before telling Stacy and Pizza Steve goodbye. "Seems like he's in a rush." Stacy stated. "Must be an emergency." Diane added. She then lead them to the kitchen were she made one of her mom's cookie recipes. Diane handed Pizza Steve a plate of cookies and handed a jug of milk along with some cups to Stacy, then they went into the living room. "Tyler! Come say hi to your sister!" Diane shouted before sitting on the couch. Tyler came down the stairs and into the living room. "How come we don't ever get to visit where Stacy lives?" He asked, as he walked over to the coffee table to grab a cookie. "Because, Stacy is very busy. ...Hold on... your father and I are going out of town for Valentine's Day. You wouldn't mind Tyler staying with you while we're gone, would you Stacy?" "I'm sure Uncle Grandpa will be fine with it." "Okay! See, Tyler, you do get to visit Stacy's home!" Pizza Steve and Stacy left to go back home shortly before 6pm so they wouldn't miss dinner. Diane insisted they stay there for dinner but they wanted to go home.
Stacy work from 8am to 2pm on Monday. She had to leave work a little bit before 2pm to get home in time for a college class at 2pm. As soon as class was over, Stacy went to tan with Pizza Steve. Tuesday didn't consist of too much because it was Stacy's homework day.
On Wednesday, Stacy had class from 8am to 9am. Then, work from 10am to 9pm. However, her parents were going out of town and she promised her brother could stay at the RV while they were away. Stacy wasn't at home when her parents dropped Tyler off at 9:30am. Tyler was sitting on the couch watching TV when Stacy arrived home. "There you are. Do you know where you're sleeping yet?" "Pizza Steve said I could sleep on an air mattress in your closet." Stacy rolled her eyes, then went to Pizza Steve's room. "Did you tell my brother he could sleep in my closet?" "Yeah. What's wrong with that? There's a bathroom in there." "..Well... nothing I guess..." Thursday was Valentine's Day. Stacy had a college class at 4pm but while she was in class, Pizza Steve was busy setting up dinner in the ballroom. Stacy went looking for Pizza Steve after class. She heard loud music coming from the ballroom so she checked there first. Her eyes widened when she saw the beautiful set up. She ran to Pizza Steve and hugged him tightly. They ate their dinner and spent some time together before heading to bed.
Stacy work from 8am to 12pm on Friday. She had plans to have dinner with her dad and his parents that night. Pizza Steve stayed home this time. However, he did drop her off at the restaurant. She was seated before her family arrived. They were seated with her when they got there. "How have you been Stacy?" Her grandma asked. "I've been good." "Have you gotten a job or started school yet?" "I work as a waitress and do online college." "You're not living at home, so you must have your own place." "Oh, no. I live with friends." "which friends?" "Oh, Uncle Grandpa." "Oh... I see.." "I heard you have a boyfriend." Stacy's grandpa added. "Yeah! Pizza Steve. He's the best." "When can we meet him?" "Uh... I don't know, Grandma." "Where's your house at?" "Actually, we live in an RV however, we park it in a yard." "You don't live in a house?" "Nope." "Interesting." Dinner ended on an awkward note. Stacy left before her family but they saw Pizz Steve pick Stacy up. They watched out the window as Stacy put her helmet on and hop on the speed cycle. "That's her boyfriend?" Her grandma asked her dad. "Yeah." "Wow.." Stacy worked at 7am on Saturday. When she got off at 4pm, Pizza Steve picked her up and they went to get some ice cream.
Stacy spent some time with Belly Bag on Sunday. They went into the white void to explore. Belly Bag turned away for a second and when he turned back, Stacy was no where to be seen. He ran around in a panic, yelling for her. He looked for her for five minutes before he heard her call back. Belly Bag went towards the sound of Stacy's voice and found her. "You scared me. I thought I was never going to find you." "Sorry, I went off without you. I should've known I would get lost." The two of them called it a day and went back to the living room. Stacy chilled in her room on Monday until 2pm when she a college class. She was so excited for dinner. Mr. Gus was letting her help. She was ecstatic when dinner went well and as planned!
Tuesday of course was homework day. The gang went out to help kids and Stacy wanted to go so badly. She even cried a bit after they left. She woke up at 8am the next day, just in time for class. Stacy had to take Princess to the vet as well. Pizza Steve helped Stacy take Princess to the vet. She was in great health and got all her shots! They then took her home to rest.
Stacy had plans to hang out with Mr. Gus on Thursday. She went into his room looking for him around 10am. She knocked on the door. "Come in!" Mr. Gus answered. "Hey, Mr. G!" "Well, Hello Stacy! You ready to hang out?" "Yep!" Mr. Gus was reading on his bed; Stacy hopped up onto his bed. "What did you have in mind for today?" Stacy asked. "Hmmm... Would you like to practice some chess? You've been getting the hang of it!" "Uh... Sure! I guess so!" Mr. Gus set up the board and they played some chess. After a while, Pizza Steve started looking for Stacy. He eventually found her and interuppted their chess game. Stacy shooed him off and continued to spend time with Mr. Gus. At 3:30pm, Stacy had to get back to her room for her college class. She thanked Mr. Gus for the fun time then left. On Friday, Stacy went out to meet up with an old friend from school. She got home late and found Peezy asleep in her bed. However, Stacy stayed up texting Monique. The gang was leaving to go stay with Monique until she had her baby.
The gang headed to Monique's home around noon the next day. When they arrived, everyone was introduced to Monique's husband. After some talking, Monique took Stacy to the nursery to show her around. "Wow, it looks so cute!" Stacy exclaimed. "I know! I made it as cute as possible for my little girl!" Monique said, rubbing her tummy. "Sooooo! Are you excited for the baby?" "Um... Yeah!" "You seem nervous." "Maybe just a little..." "I can understand why but chill out! We're all here for you! Especially Trent!" "I know, but this pregnancy wasn't on purpose..." "Yeah..." Stacy walked over to Monique and started to feel her stomach. "*Gasp!* I felt the baby kick!" "Oh, that's wonderful!" Stacy ran downstairs to tell the gang. "Guys, guys! I felt the baby kick!" "That's amazing, Stacy!" Uncle Grandpa said. The next morning, the gang went out to help some kids. Stacy stayed back at Monique's to help her with some last minute preparations.
Stacy continued to help around Monique's house. She had to take a break at 2pm for a college class. While she was in her class, the gang hung out with Monique and Trent and talked. Stacy and Monique ended up being the most tired ones in the house. Right before Stacy went to bed, Monique came into the guest room to talk to her. "Hey, you still up?" "Yeah. What's up?" "I want to thank you and your friends for coming out and being here for us. I'm not sure when the baby will come but I know it's soon and the fact that all of you are here makes me feel better." "It's no problem! We're happy to help!" They hugged then Monique went to bed. Stacy had to do her homework on Tuesday. Monique was ok with it and luckily, didn't need too much help around the house. The house was quiet as they all slept that night. Stacy had been sleeping in Monique's during their stay while the gang stayed in the RV. At 2am, Stacy woke up to the sound of grunting and screaming. When she went out into the hallway, she saw Trent helping Monique walk. "She's going into labor!" Trent panicked. Stacy started to panic as well and ran out to the RV. "Monique's going into labor!" She shouted, going into the RV. "Wake up! Uncle G! Mr. Gus! Pizza Steve!" "What is it?" Pizza Steve groaned coming into the living room along with the rest of the gang. "Monique! We need to get her to the hospital!" Just then, Trent and Monique came into the RV. "We need to get to the hospital!" Trented shouted. Mr. Gus drove the RV as fast as he could. Stacy and Tiger helped Monique. Pizza Steve and Uncle Grandpa helped Trent keep calm. They arrived to the hospital and got Monique inside. She was quickly escorted to a room. Monique was in labor for 8 hours before having her baby around 10am Wednesday morning. Stacy was supposed to have a class at 8am, but of course, she missed it. Monique was so excited to have her baby healthy and home. Before Stacy got into bed, she took a peek into the nursery and saw Monique holding her baby while sitting it the rocking chair. Stacy continued to watch her as Monique sang to her new baby girl. Stacy left without interrupting them. The gang hung around helping with the baby on Thursday. Stacy had a class around 4pm but aside from that, she was helping all day.