Hey guys! Sorry it took longer than I thought. I have school online and I had to finish that first. But I've been working on this. You guys seem to think I'll just kill off Tommy like that. I guess you don't know me at all. Anways, who ever read my story Countdown, the sequel will becoming shortly. Sometime next week. If anyone has any ideas for the sequel tell me. Okay so here's the next chapter!

Disclaimer: I do not own Instant Star...YET!

Chapter 10: Love and Marriage

"Mommy, I'm ready!" The little girl screamed as she hopped down the stairs. Jude shot up and put on a fake smile for her daughter.

"So do you think Daddy will be happy to see us. He might be mad. We haven't seen him for a long time." Jude looked down at her daughter.

"I'm sure your Dad will understand that things have been a little hectic." Jude held out her hand and the lovely little girl took it and they walked outside. Jude tried to hide the pain and her daughter knew she was hurt. She wished that there was something she could do, but there was nothing she could. She held on to her mother's hand tighter and Jude looked down.

"I'm sure Daddy still loves you Mommy."

"I'm sure he does too."

Back to the Past:

Dr. Luther: It seems it was the cancer. I'm sorry to say but…

Sadie: But what?

Dr. Luther: I don't think he has much longer to live.

Jude: How long do you think?

Dr. Luther: Probably 5-6 months the most.

Jude: The most?

Dr. Luther: I really am sorry.

Sadie: Can we go see him?

Dr. Luther: Certainly.

Sadie gestured Jude to go in first and she followed the doctor to a door that said 622. She opened the door slightly and saw that Tommy was watching the T.V. She tried to hold back some tears before she entered. She slowly walked in and closed the door quietly. When she turned around she saw Tommy smiling at her and she smiled back. She pulled a chair over to the side of the bed as he turned the T.V. off.

Jude: How ya feeling?

Tommy: Like a million bucks!

He laughed and smiled. Jude tried her hardest to smile but it faded in less then .5 seconds. Tommy's smiled disappeared with hers and held her hand as she started to sniffle a little.

Tommy: Truthfully, I feel sort of weak. But I'm going to be fine. I promise I'll never leave you.

Jude: Oh, Tommy, you can't promise anything like that.

Tommy: If I believe it's true than yes, I can. You have to believe me.

Jude: I want to, but it's just so hard to when you're in the hospital with cancer Tommy.

Tommy: Yea, the doctors kept telling me that it wasn't too late to take the Chemo.

Jude: Well, that's great. You're going to take it right?

Tommy: Jude, I told you. God…

Jude stood up abruptly and intensely.

Jude: Oh shut up about this God thing. I don't care what God wants. I want you to stay alive and be around for this baby. Don't you want that?

Tommy: Of course I do. But I just don't think I need the Chemo Therapy.

Jude: Baby, you fainted on your bedroom floor! Does that not tell you anything?

Tommy: Jude, baby, calm down. Come 'ere.

Jude was crying now, trying to stop the tears as she grabbed Tommy's hand and embraced him immediately. She buried her face in his chest never wanting to let him go. Tommy stroked her hair and her back.

Tommy: It'll be ok. Shh, everything's going to be ok.

The truth was, Tommy wasn't so sure about anything himself. He knew there was a slim-to-no chance of him surviving if he didn't take the Chemo. But he knew that this wasn't meant to be messed around with. He didn't want to leave Jude after she just said 'I love you' to him. That would be brutal to her. So he decided to keep his hopes and faith high up. He felt tears threatening to fall but he refused. He needed to be strong in front of Jude right now. He couldn't just break down while she was in this state. He would do it later, when he was alone and no one was there to see him.

Once Jude left Sadie came in to talk to Tommy.

Sadie: Hey.

Tommy: Hey.

Sadie: So, the doctors told us.

Tommy: Told you about what?

Sadie: About the time you have left.

Tommy: Oh, and I already told Jude I would live. I guess that's why she went a little hysterical.

Sadie: Of course she did. What did you think? That she would leap for joy that her boyfriend is in the hospital! Not only that but he has a chance to save himself and he won't even take it! He rather leave her than stay here and take care of her and the baby!

Tommy: Sadie! Stop! I'm sorry but this is the way it has to be.

Sadie went over to the bed.

Sadie: Why? You have no idea how hard this is for Jude. It's even hard for me. Over these past months you have become one of my best friends and you've been so good to Jude. I just don't see why you won't take the Chemo.

Tommy was stunned at her words. She was right and she also had a point. Why wouldn't he take the Chemo? It'll help him get better and give him a chance to stay here with Jude. He even had a baby to take care of. But there was just something that was telling him deep inside that this was meant to be. That he was suppose to die, and that it was his time to go. He didn't know how to explain it, it just was.

The nurse came in and knocked on the door causing Sadie and Tommy to look at her.

Nurse: Excuse me, but miss, you have to step out of the room. The doctors are coming in a few minutes to run some more test on Mr. Quincy.

Sadie: Sure, I'll be out in a minute.

The nurse nodded her head and stepped out of the room. She looked at Tommy to see if he would answer her question.

Tommy: Sadie, I just know that I'm doing the right thing here. You just have to trust me. Please?

Sadie: I guess. I better go before they kick me out.

Sadie started to walk out but Tommy grabbed her hand.

Tommy: Sades, if I don't make it, promise me something.

Sadie: What?

Tommy: Promise you'll take care of Jude for me, and help her with the baby.

Sadie: Of course, Tommy, of course.

Sadie gave him a quick hug and walked out the door. Tommy waited for the doctors to return and soon fell asleep. Tommy was still in the hospital and Jude was finally 18. They had a little party for her at G-Major. She tried to have a good time but it was hard when she knew that Tommy was at the hospital missing all of this. To add more to her struggle her dad had finally came. He pulled her to the side and gave Jude her gift.

Stuart: Here you go.

Jude opened the velvet box and saw a gold charm bracelet that had a tear-drop shaped diamond hanging from it.

Jude: Oh, my god. It's beautiful.

Stuart: That's your first charm. I want you to get a charm for every birthday you have from now on. Happy Birthday sweetheart.

Jude: Thank you.

They hugged. Stuart looked down at her stomach noticing it was much bigger than last time he was here and he eyed her.

Jude: Um, dad, thanks so much for the bracelet but I need to tell you something really important.

Stuart: What is that?

Jude looked around and pulled him into the studio.

Stuart: Jude what is it?

Jude: Well, um, you see…

Stuart: Okay, take a deep breath and just tell me.

Jude took a deep breath and looked at her father's concerned face.

Jude: I'm…pregnant.

Stuart just looked at her in disbelief and anger. He didn't say a word. Jude closed her eyes and took another breath. Then she opened them again.

Stuart: Who's the father?

Oh crap! Jude didn't think about that. If he knew that it was Tommy he would kill even if he was in the hospital. She wasn't sure if she should make up an excuse or tell the truth. 'What would Sadie say?' Jude thought. Sadie would tell the truth. She looked into Stuart's eyes.

Jude: Tommy.

Stuart: What? Tom Quincy? What the hell are you doing with him? I'm going to kill him! Where is he?

Jude: Dad! Calm down and look at me.

Stuart was fuming.

Stuart: I can't believe he did this to you!

Jude: Dad, it was my choice.

Stuart: I could have him arrested.

Jude: No dad! I'm 18 now, and I'm not going to let you do that to him. I love him.

Stuart: You what?

Jude: I love him.

Stuart: Judea, you are a child.

Jude: Dad, look at me, I'm not a child. Not anymore.

Stuart: Well you sure as hell are acting childish and irresponsible if you're having a baby!

Jude: I know you're mad, and I don't blame you. But right now, I need your help with this baby. I can't do this on my own and I need support. Please, I need you dad.

Stuart looked at Jude. He enveloped her in his arms. He was still mad but if his daughter needed him, then he would be there to help. He kissed the top of her head as Jude held him tighter. After the party it was about 9:30 and Jude rushed to see Tommy. Visiting hours were over at 10:00. She arrived at the hospital around 9:45 and went into the room.

Tommy: Hey birthday girl.

Jude: Hey, official boyfriend.

Tommy: Yea, that's right. You're legal, and now you are all mine.

He smiled and Jude went over there and gave him a tender kiss.

Tommy: So, how did your dad take it.

Jude: Oh, well, he's willing to help me, and he was a little mad but I think he's ok. Oh and there's this little thing about wanting to kill you but…

Tommy: Wait, what? You told him I was the father?

Jude: Well what was I suppose to say?

Tommy: I don't know, something just to stall. Now I know I'm going to die.

Jude: Look, it'll be ok. I told him that I loved you and he's not going to do anything ok? I need to leave because visiting hours are over, so I'll talk to you tomorrow.

Tommy: You don't have to leave. The nurses never come in here after 9.

Jude: Tom, I could get in trouble.

Tommy: Okay, but before you go let me give you your present.

Jude's eyes lit up.

Jude: Present?

Tommy smirked as she moved closer to his bedside again. He reached over to the drawer on his right. He opened it and pulled out a black velvet box. Jude looked at him in amazement and confusion. Tommy took her hand and rubbed his thumb back and forth gently while gazing her over. He smiled again. Jude reached over to get it but he jerked it back.

Tommy: Can't you wait?

Jude: C'mon Tommy. Don't you want me to open it?

Tommy: Hold on.

He chuckled a bit and Jude pouted. Still holding her hand Tommy took a deep breath.

Tommy: Jude, I love you more than anything. You are the most wonderful thing that has happened to me. You changed me and my life for the better and for that I am forever in your debt. I don't know what I would do if I ever lost you. I know I've hurt you in the past, but I will never do that. Jude…man, I always imagined this being a lot more romantic and me down on one knee but…

Jude gasped as now she knew exactly what he was doing. Tears started to form in her eyes. But they weren't tears of joy. They were tears of fear.

Tommy: Jude Elizabeth Harrison, will you marry me?

Jude closed her eyes and shook her head making sure she heard right.

Jude: Wh-What.

She opened her eyes.

Tommy: Will you marry me?

Jude: Tommy, I…I don't know what to say.

Tommy: How about yes.

Jude: No.

I know you guys probably are like saying "What! She said no?"...well don't worry. I know where I'm going with this. Okay guys...seriously...i need your help. Although I know where I'm going with this...you have to HELP ME OUT! tell me some ideas PLEASE!