All was peaceful in the Goode household as they awaited their new arrival. Things had only improved when Zach came back home. Cammie felt and slept a lot better since her husband was back, and Zach felt better just knowing that. Instead of horrible nightmares, she had peaceful dreams where she and Zach raised their baby in their little house. Cammie's doctor took her off the light sleeping pill but still insisted on the bed rest. Zach watched over her diligently along with the rest of their friends. Cammie was now nine months pregnant and very uncomfortable. It was early July, and it was extremely hot outside. Zach tried his best to make her more comfortable, but there was only so much he could do. The Blackthorne boy thought he was going nuts; he was constantly worrying about Cammie. He made sure there were at least two people with her at all times. This drove Cammie crazy. She knew her friends were worried about her, but it was getting ridiculous. She missed walking on her own two feet and being able to see her toes.

So, one morning while Zach was still asleep, Cammie slipped out of bed and put her swollen feet onto the floor. It felt so good to feel her feet on the floor. She slowly crept out of their bedroom and into the kitchen. She went to the refrigerator and grabbed a carton of orange juice and some leftover lasagna. Smiling smugly, the Gallagher girl took a bite of her snack. The fact she had outsmarted her husband made it taste any better.

Unfortunately, her victory didn't last for long. Zach woke up and leaned over to kiss his wife only to find that she wasn't there. A flash of panic overtook him. Where did Cammie go? He bolted out of bed and headed out of there room. Seeing that the kitchen light was on, he quietly crept through the hallway to the kitchen. Cammie was sitting at the counter enjoying some cold lasagna. Zach rolled his eyes. "Hey," he called out. Cammie froze in her seat.

"Crap," she mumbled. Cammie knew Zach would be mad that she had gotten up by herself. She didn't understand why. It wasn't like she had run a marathon or anything.

"You got that right," Zach replied with a raised eyebrow. She knew she wasn't supposed to move on her own.

"I got hungry," Cammie stated innocently. Zach didn't buy it.

"You could've woken me up, and I would've gotten you the lasagna," he shot back with an annoyed expression.

"I just wanted to move around a little bit," Cammie admitted sheepishly.

"You know you aren't supposed to," Zach reminded her gently. Cammie rolled her eyes.

"I know, but it's not like I was running a marathon or anything. I just wanted to feel my feet on the floor for a little bit. It won't hurt the baby," she argued with a pout.

Zach sighed. He knew this was hard for Cammie. She liked to be in action, and sitting in bed all day had to be torture for her. Still, the rule was there for a reason. He was worried about Cammie and the baby. "Just don't do it again," he stated gently. "Are you tired?"

Cammie shook her head no. "But my feet hurt," she replied. Zach picked her up and put her on the couch. He was sitting down on the recliner when Cammie motioned for him to come closer. "Come snuggle with me," she demanded with a smile. He lay down next to her. The two watched TV in a peaceful silence. Suddenly, Cammie gave a small shriek. Zach shot up.

"What's wrong?" he asked, his expression displaying panic.

Cammie rubbed her baby bumped and grimaced. "I don't know," she replied, gritting her teeth in pain. "Help me up." Zach pulled Cammie up from the couch. The Gallagher girl started walking around the room trying to breathe through the sharp pains. Zach watched his wife anxiously. A few minutes later, Cammie let out another little shriek.

"What's wrong?" he asked again, looking at his wife worriedly. Cammie looked down at the puddle by her feet.

"Get me to the hospital," she demanded, holding her bump in pain.

"You mean…" Zach trailed off. Cammie nodded. "Let's go!" He grabbed Cammie's bag and helped her into the car, speeding off to the hospital. He called Bex, Liz, and Macey to let them know what was happening. The three girls promised they'd be there soon. Zach took a deep breath. It was going to be a long day.

Sorry for such a short chapter, but I didn't feel like writing a super long one today. The next one will be longer, I promise!