Description: New Dawson's Creek story that I have been working on. Its based before the shows high school graduation but post Joey and Pacey's break up at prom.

Disclaimer: I own nothing except the original story.

Authors Note: if this story receives reviews I will update it regularly.

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Chapter #11

(Jen's pov)

" Hey….Hey Joey, Pacey wait up.", I call as I take off after the two of them. I know all Joey wants to do right now is get back to Pacey's and go to sleep. But I have so many things that I want to ask her. She just found out that she's having a baby. I can only imagine all that is probably going through Joey's mind. Is she excited or mortified about this news? Is she planning on having the baby? ….Well, fine I already know the answer to this one. Joey would never go through with the other option.

" Yeah Jen?", mumbles Joey with a sleepy look in her eyes. Should I hold off on the questions and merely congratulate her? Does Joey even want to be praised? I somehow doubt that she is all that thrilled about being pregnant. Pacey sure seems to be though, he smiles every once in a while when Joey isn't looking. I'm happy for him. He is going to be an amazing father to this kid. This partly has to do with the fact that Pacey in still one himself at heart, not that this is a bad thing.

" Have you decided what you're going to do?", I ask cautiously. It is a rough question I know, but it is one that I have been wanting to ask since I found out Joey might have been pregnant to begin with. This is something she has to think about whether she wants to or not. She is probably frightened and has every right to be. Joey doesn't have to go through this alone. She has the love and support of her family, friends and especially Pacey. I'll help Joey out in just about any way that I can.

" It took some convincing but Joey wants to keep it now and so do I.", reveals Pacey unable to hide the beaming smirk on his face. He is glad at least. Joey doesn't look all too ecstatic but I'm positive that she will come along eventually. She is problem just overwhelmed by the thought of it all. If I were in her shoes I know that I would be. When Joey first came to me, she was so distraught and panicked. Looking at her now, it looks as though not much has changed.

Pulling Joey into an excited hug, I smile at the two of them," This is great! I'm so happy for you Joe."

Climbing in the passenger side of Pacey's Jeep, Joey tosses her things in the back," Oh, yeah. It is wonderful Jen."

" Hey, come on. We will be fine Potter, I have some money put aside, and after graduation we'll get an apartment. I can get a better job too if needed. I don't want you working in your condition Jo. I won't let you either.", promises Pacey before placing a kiss on Joey's hand. Aww, look at him! I'm so proud of Pacey. He has really stepped up and taken responsibility through all of this. Good for him. Not many guys put in his position would do the same. Pacey would never take off on Joey like that though. He is completely in love with the thought of having her child. One look in his eyes and it is easy to see this.

" What condition? Pacey, I'm four weeks pregnant not six months. No, Pace. The responsibility shouldn't just fall on you, I'll find work too outside of helping Bessie run the B&B.", maintains Joey with a frown and shake of her head. I'm not all that sure this would be a good idea. She shouldn't be doing any strenuous work in her condition. The right thing for Joey to be doing is taking it easy. It is what would be best for her and the baby after all. I could help Bess around the B&B if necessary. I have no problem lending a hand around here.

Leaning against the passenger side door, I voice my agreement with Pacey," Yeah but remember stress isn't good for the baby. Besides in three months you'll be blown up like a balloon Joey."

Glancing over at me with a scowl, Joey puts her seat belt on," Gee, thanks for the reminder Jen."

" Don't mention it, anytime Joey.", I joke with a playful nudge. This does not amuse Joey though as she continues to regard me with a deadly glare. Geez someone is cranky. Must be the hormones, I'm just trying to lighten the mood. You would think Joey would at least crack a half smile. Fine, so she is seventeen and expecting a baby. Things could be worse, like she could not know who the father is. ….Well, fine that is a lie. Obviously, Pacey is. Joey has only been with him. To think their first time was only a few short months ago.

" Would you quit teasing her Lindley, you will still be beautiful as ever Joey.", comforts Pacey before placing a kiss atop Joey's forehead. Joey knows that I am only kidding her. She could blow up twice her size and Pacey would still think the same as her no matter what. He really does love her. Something tells me that even though they aren't together, he never stopped. I really hope that these two will find a way to work out their issues. They were so great together and I have never seen either of them as blissful as when they were together.

" No I won't…but thanks Pacey.", mutters Joey with a grateful smirk. Watching as she leans up to peck his cheek, I can't help but grin. Give it a week or so and those two will be back to their old inseparable and nauseating ways in no time. It is so clear that they still have feelings for one another. Look at the way they keep staring at one another. Pacey might have made a mistake but I'm sure in time Joey will be able to forgive him. She may be hurting still now but she hasn't stopped loving him, not even for a second. This much is evident by the way she's holding Pacey hand and the look of contentment on her face.

" Don't mention it Potter.", mumbles Pacey in gruff tone before nudging his stubbly cheek against Joey's softly. Oh God, not this again. These two aren't even officially back together again and they're already making me want to puke. Good for them. Maybe this pregnancy wasn't a mistake. Perhaps this will help bring them all the more closer. Joey certainly is lucky to have found a guy like Pacey. If I were her, I would never let him go. This guy is a keeper that much is for sure. I really hope that they will continue to try and sort things out. I'm rooting for these two crazy love birds, I really am. …..