New York City, New York

Jessica jumped out of her seat when she heard the apartment door open. It was Jeremy Aames, her husband of two years. They had went to college together, and had loved New York so much that they had decided to live there permanently. They had a small apartment, and were very happy together. Besides them it was their two cats, Minnie and Legacy.
"Hi sweetie," Jessica said as she kissed Jeremy hello. "Have a good day?"
"No. You'd think people would get sick reading about other people's lives."
"Jeremy! I love GQ magazine!" Jessica smiled as they walked to the kitchen to sit down to the dinner Jessica had made. "I talked to Mia McBride today," Jessica said offhand.
"You mean your friend who works at that adoption agency?"
"Yes. We have an appointment tomorrow at noon. I think we should go."
"Jessica..."
"We've talked about it Jeremy. I want a child more than anything else in the world. And since I can't have one the most logical thing is to adopt!"
"I know but New York City isn't the most ideal place to raise a child!"
"We could move to Brooklyn or Long Island, so you still could work here." Jessica argued.
The last thing Jeremy wanted to do was to hurt Jessica. Finally he said "If you want to go to the interview, I'll go." Jessica squealed with delight and hugged him.

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The next day at noon Jessica hopped out of the cab and quickly paid the driver. She smoothed her navy skirt and straightened her white sweater. She wanted to make the best impression. She saw Jeremy waiting in front of the building looking really upset. Jessica wondered what was wrong. He couldn't be that against adopting. Could he?
"Hi, honey," Jessica said and they walked into the building. Jeremy walked up to the front desk. "We want the Adoption Service building."
"Yes, that's on the third floor."
Jessica and Jeremy took the elevator up and got off. A lady signed them in and led them to the third office. They walked in and sat down. The lady there introduced herself as Mrs. Oliver.
"Hello Mrs. Oliver," Jessica said. "We're Jessica and Jeremy Aames. When can we see the children?"
Mrs. Oliver smiled. "There's no children here. This is only an office. And before you get one, we need to make sure you're eligible."
"Okay," Jessica smiled.
"Where do you to live?"
"We live in Manhattan, but if we're able to adopt we'll move to Brooklyn or Long Island," Jeremy explained.
Mrs. Oliver smiled, "That sounds good. Any pets?"
"Yes, 2 cats."
How old are you?"
"We're both 25."
"That's good because since you're younger it will be easier. What are your occupations?"
"I'm a manicurist and he's a writer for GQ magazine, but if we adopt I can quit to be with the baby." Jessica said.
"That's wonderful. Now the last question is your income. You need to make a sufficient amount so you can support the child. Also we'll check up on your record to make sure it's clean."
"I make 45,000 a year not counting tips," Jessica replied.
"And you, Mr. Aames?"
"Uh, well, nothing. I lost my job today."
Jessica gaped. "Why didn't you tell me!"
Jeremy blushed, "I was going to. And I'll probably find another one."
Mrs. Oliver frowned. "I'm sorry, but you have to have a job to support the baby, Mr. Aames."
"I know! But I can find one!"
"That may be but until you do, I can't help you."
"Thank you," Jeremy mumbled.
The two walked out of the building and Jessica burst into tears. "Jeremy, why?"
"I'm sorry Jessie. They just had to cut back. I didn't mean to ruin your opportunity. I want the baby too. But I'll get another job soon. I promise."
Jessica sighed. "I hope so. The only thing I want is a child."
"I know, darling, I know."

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That night Jeremy poured over the classified ads in the paper hoping to find something. He spotted and ad that was asking for writers for the magazine Vanity Fair. He smiled. He could work there! He called them and set up an interview for the next day.

* * * * *

The following evening just as Jessica was putting dinner on the table, Jeremy walked in. "Guess what, Jess!"
"You got the job?" Jessica shrieked.
Jeremy grinned and grabbed her up into a hug. "Nothing can stop us now, Jessica"

Find out what happens to Jessica and Jeremy in a later chapter. Next watch out for the first part about Melissa, Tia, and Todd!