Perfection, Chapter 6 - Change of ...

"So what happens now?"

"Um, I dunno. I guess we run around telling everyone that we're having a baby, I get fat and we get loads of presents."

"Sounds great, but I've got a better idea."

"Oh yeah?"

"Yeah!"

"Well?"

Carter got off the bed and stood up, he turned around then turned back to Abby. He looked at her and took her hand. He pulled her up to him and kissed her passionately. He'd been waiting so long for this moment.

"I don't think the name Lockhart suits you."

"Oh really?" Abby was a little puzzled and taken aback by that. Then she got it. "Oh really?" She chose her words carefully. "So what do you propose?"

"How about Abigail Carter?"

"Nah, hasn't got that dangerous twist, I'll stick with Lockhart, thanks!" She studied his face, she could hear the cogs slowly turning and his face starting to fall. "But yes, I'll marry you."

"What? Really?" He was surprised, he thought she'd turn him down flat.

He picked her up and hugged her tightly. He swung her round with delight. She screamed with laughter.

"Put me down Carter. Please, I'm pregnant!" It felt really good saying that at last. She was having a baby, they were having a baby, together, Abby and John, forever.

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Sorry it's so short but I promise there'll be a longer, better part next!