Author's Note: This is strictly a work of Fiction. I do not own any of the rights to the characters, places, ABC or Shondaland. Medical Terms may not be correct, characters may vary from their identity on the show. Read, Review and Enjoy!
JO
"Are you sure?" Alex looked at me dumbfounded. I couldn't help but grin at him. He was going to be an amazing dad.
"I'm positive – positively pregnant." Alex lifted me up and spun me around. "Be careful, babe! I'm still really nauseous." I couldn't help but laugh. We decided to just let whatever happens, happen but I was surprised it happened so soon. Maybe it was spending so much time with Hannah but we both couldn't wait to have one of our own.
Alex put me down and kissed me. "Let's make an appointment ASAP. I can't wait to see our little baby." I knew he was serious and I was so happy.
AMBER
Hannah flew back in last night and I was so happy she was home. Even though the last few months with Jackson had been wonderful, I was ready for her to be back with me. Cole called when she was all loaded on the plane with Bates and Lyle and I told him about Jackson and that I wanted to tell Hannah about him. Cole was understanding, just as I knew he would be. He wanted me to find someone and he even said he was glad it was with someone who had a kid the same age. He was convinced that a father would never let a mother disregard her child, even though he knew I never would do that.
Hannah's third birthday was in a week and despite just seeing her, Cole and Allie were flying up for her party. Cole asked to meet Jackson and I agreed, believing he should know the man that the mother of his child was falling for. And I was falling hard. Jackson even had Harriett for the party and Hannah was so excited to see her friend for it. They actually devised an idea at daycare this week that they should have a slumber party after the party. Jackson and I talked about it and he said he thought that would be fun but he wanted to check it with April first. He texted me a few days later saying that April thought it was a great idea and that she had said she was happy for us. Then he suggested that he stay too. I found out later that April had actually put that idea in his head and I couldn't help but like her even more.
The issue was, I hadn't told Hannah yet. Her party was in a few days so I figured I needed to do it ASAP. I took her sippy cup into her room knowing she'd be awake soon. Rubbing her back and lightly singing her voice she rolled over and smiled at me. "Hi mommy!"
"Hi sweetheart. I'm so happy your home. I was wondering if I could talk to you for a minute before we get ready to go to daycare." She looked up at me expectantly. "Do you remember Harriett's Daddy?"
"Dr. J?" She questioned, looking confused.
"Yes. His name is Jackson. Mommy and he have been seeing each other. I really like him, doll face. He's very nice. Is that ok?" Hannah rose from her sleeping position and wrapped her arms around my neck.
"Mommy, be happy!" She whispered, before pulling back and blowing a raspberry right on my cheek. Immediately launching into a tickle attack, I couldn't help but think how awesome my kid was.
JACKSON
April was super supportive of Amber and I, after she got over the fact that I was falling for a sibling of Alex Karev's. It was sort of surreal for her and me to be on such great terms discussing each other's relationships but it was nice. I had Harriett with me and we were making our way up to the daycare when I saw Amber carrying Hannah.
"Hey! Hi Harriett!" Amber said, putting Hannah down. Harriett smiled and waved at her, still clutching my hand. As soon as the girls saw each other though, they were off and running into the daycare room. I leaned in and kissed Amber. Even in her scrubs with her hair in a messy bun and her glasses on, she looked absolutely gorgeous.
"I missed you last night. How was Hannah's first night back?"
"It was great! She was super tired. But…I did tell her that you were my special friend." She was blushing slightly and avoiding my eyes but I pulled her into me and told her she was amazing. We walked into the daycare together to finish checking in the girls and then we both walked down to the meeting scheduled for the head of departments.
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This week has flown by. Before I knew it, it was Saturday and Harriett and I were heading to the local Kid Zone to help Amber get ready for the party. Our bags were packed for our slumber party and Harriett was babbling nonstop about the party on our way there.
When we walked in, we immediately saw the area where the party would be set up. Amber and a pretty brunette who looked a few months pregnant were laughing while setting the tables. We made our way over there but stopped when I heard someone run up behind us. "DR. J!"
We turned around and I bent low so I could be closer to her size. "Hey there, birthday girl! Are you excited for your party?" She giggled yes and took off towards the party area with Harriett right behind her. I stood up looking after them when I heard someone clearing their voice behind me. I turned around and saw a guy similar to my size walking close to me.
"You must be Jackson. I'm Cole, Hannah's dad. My wife Allie and I flew in for the party. Its nice to finally meet you." Reaching his hand out, I shook it. Amber had mentioned that they were trying to make it but I hadn't heard anything definite.
"Hey, good to meet you! I'm glad you were able to make it."
Smiling at me, he patted me on the back. "Let's go help our ladies get this show on the road."
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A few hours later Kid Zone was packed with so many of my friend's kids. Presents were everywhere, kids were laughing and the parents were enjoying hanging out with each other. I couldn't keep my eyes off of Amber. She was the perfect host. She was making sure the food was constantly filled and that people had drinks. The kids had plenty of tokens and when it came time to cut the cake, there weren't any kids crying that they didn't get the exact piece they wanted. I helped where I could, but I knew she wanted to do as much as she could on her own. I was so happy just being around her. I was sitting at a table with Alex, Bailey's Husband Ben and Cole. Cole and Alex were both leery of each other at first but quickly fell into a nice rhythm of jokes and conversation. We were all sharing OR stories and it was my turn but I was distracted looking at Amber.
"EARTH TO AVERY!" Ben sang out, laughing at me.
"Stop eye banging my little sister, dude." Alex rolled her eyes.
"Is now a good time to tell you that if you hurt her, I'll break your hands so that you will never run an OR again?" Cole deadpanned, followed by a smirk.
"Shut up. She's incredible, I can't help it."
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The party was a smashing success and the slumber party afterward was fun, too. I somehow was talked into letting Hannah and Harriett put makeup on me. We made caramel apple nachos and we all settled in to watch the newest Incredibles movie. The girls fell asleep and we carried them into Hannah's room, placing them on their beds. Thankful that Amber had suggested to bring one so she'd be comfier, I kissed Harriett goodnight and we both snuck out of the room.
"I think they're down for the count." Amber said laughing as she started cleaning up. She took the dishes into the kitchen and started filling up the sink to wash them. I walked up behind her and turning her around, I put my arms on the counter trapping her between me and it.
"You are an amazing mom. Today was great. Thank you for letting Harriett and I be a part of it."
She smiled at me and I swore I saw something different in her eyes. Before I could stop myself, I had my head against her forehead and was saying the words I had been thinking for the past few weeks. "Amber…I think I'm falling in love with you."