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Mal was glad she wasn't showing much yet. Most everyone she talked to said she probably wouldn't ever really show because she was so tiny, and Mal was grateful for that. Graduating while noticeably pregnant would really set a lot of people off. People were already not happy, but that could just make it even worse.

Evie had tried to help her feel better by talking about how graduation gowns are not-flattering and shapeless, which would help her hopefully keep the nay-sayers appeased by not showing off whatever tiny bump she possessed. It did put Mal at ease, but she was still not looking forward to the reaction of her peer's parents- many of them were very displeased with the whole situation.

Mal was sitting between Evie and Doug. Aladdin's son Aziz was to Doug's other side and after him was Ally. The graduating classes of Auradon Prep were always small enough to go in a random order with each student being called up individually. The seating order was also random and unrelated to how they would be called up. Fairy Godmother always spoke a little about each student when they came up to receive their diploma.

Evie was the first of the Isle kids called up. Fairy Godmother spoke about Evie's 4.0 GPA and her impressive academics, as well as her eye for fashion and how great of a friend she was to all. Evie flushed pink at the compliments. She took her diploma and Fairy Godmother hugged her instead of shaking her hand and surrounded by applause from her friends and classmates, Evie returned to her seat. Mal grinned at her and they clasped hands excitedly.

Carlos was the next of the four to be called after several others (he brought Dude up with him in a little graduation outfit Evie had made and Fairy Godmother had an honorary diploma for the pup) then Jay. It reached a point where Mal was the only one without a diploma. The only one besides Ben. When this realization hit her, she squirmed uncomfortably in her seat.

Ben was called next, and Evie's eyebrows raised. She imagined Ben would be the last called because he was king, like saving the best for last.

Fairy Godmother beamed as she spoke about Ben's skill at Tourney, his wonderful academic record, how he was a good and honest king, and his selflessness and kindness to all he met.

Ben smiled shyly and shook Fairy Godmother's hand before he received his diploma. He returned to his seat.

Fairy Godmother looked over to Mal and smiled warmly. "And last but certainly not least, Mal."

Mal stood and walked to the little stage.

Fairy Godmother beamed at her and took Mal's hand in her own. "Mal is an incredible young lady. Not only is she intelligent and a problem solver, she is funny and kind. She is remarkably brave and truly devoted to the ones she loves. Much has changed for her in recent months, but if I know her as well as I hope I do," Fairy Godmother turned her head to look at Mal. "she'll handle it brilliantly."

Mal smiled.

"We were incredibly lucky to have her and her three friends join us from the Island of the Lost two years ago. They have all been such wonderful additions to this class and our school. They will be very missed. But I know they will all do great things. Mal, we are all so proud of you and everything you've done. Thank you for all you've done." Fairy Godmother handed Mal her diploma and moved Mal's tassel to the other side of her hat.. "Congratulations dear. For everything."

Mal beamed and hugged the woman. Cheers went up from her classmates and when Mal turned to head back to her seat, she saw Belle and Adam on their feet clapping. She ducked her head.

"Will our graduates please stand up?" Fairy Godmother asked. All of them stood.

"Ladies and Gentlemen, friends and family, please join me in congratulating the graduates of Auradon Preparatory School!"

The loved ones who had come to watch cheered loudly behind the students. They all tossed their hats in the air and a shower of silky blue caps rained down.

Mal had written her name on the inside of her hat in purple pen, so she found hers without too much struggle. Everyone else had used black ink. After she found her hat, she fought her way to Ben, who pulled her to him as soon as she was close enough. He spun her around, making her laugh.

"We did it!" Mal said enthusiastically.

Instead of replying with words, Ben kissed her.

Ben jumped when he felt a hand on his shoulder. It was Jay.

"Sorry to break up the kiss fest, but your mom wants to take some pictures."

Ben cleared his throat and nodded. He grabbed Mal's hand and they followed Jay to where Evie and Carlos (and Dude) were standing by Belle and Adam.

"Oh good." Belle said to her son and Mal. "All of you get together. I want a picture of all of my graduates."

The five of them arranged themselves for several different pictures.

Lunch was served oustide right where commencement was held and after lots of hugs between former classmates, everyone headed home.

That night, Mal was curled up in Ben's bed back in the castle. Well, she supposed it was theirs now. Even at school, she had slept in his room for months now. She yawned. It had been a very long day and she was tired.

Ben came into the room and shut the door behind him. The main light was already off.

"You have toothpaste on your face." Mal muttered as she scooted over just a bit so he could fit.

"Really? I thought I got it." He wiped at his face with the back of his hand. "Did I get it?"

Mal nodded. Ben smiled and got into bed beside her.

She immediately curled against him and he wrapped an arm around her.

"Feeling okay?" he asked the top of her head softly.

"Yeah... just tired." she replied.

"Busy day."

"Mhm,"

"Baby give you any trouble?"

"No, not really."

"Good." Ben kissed her hair. "I love you."

"I love you too."

"I love you more."

Mal chuckled and Ben ran his fingers through her hair.

It didn't take long for Mal to fall asleep and Ben laid awake for sometime after, just holding her. Soon their baby would be here with them. He couldn't wait to see it. Yes, they were young and yes it wasn't planned but maybe that was a good thing. That meant they got to share some of the biggest days of their lives with their child. Their graduation had been the first of many big days the baby would be in existence for. The baby would be around on their wedding day too, and who knows how many other important days. Ben was scared to death but he simply couldn't wait.

Mal really would be a wonderful mother. She was brave and devoted to those she loved, just as Fairy Godmother mentioned. Everything would work out just fine for them, he just knew it.

As he fell asleep, Ben wished that the the first week of September could hurry up so they could meet their baby.

Unfortunately, as would become clear in the coming weeks, the universe seemed to misunderstand his wish.

A/N: Uh oh. What do you think will happen next? Let me know in a review!

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