Chapter 20: I'm Pregnant

Sam's POV

After the doctor's appointment that made my heart stop, I was having twins! My head was spinning I was going to need two of everything. I was going to get freaking huge and this was all because I couldn't keep it in my pants where Freddie was concerned. I was riding with Max to the mall with my head leaning against the car window trying not to have a panic attack. My whole life was about to change.

"I know you're over there freaking out. You should talk about it; stress isn't good for your babies." Max kept her tone low even though I know she was probably ecstatic about the fact that I was having two babies. She loved babies, it wasn't that I didn't, but this isn't the way I envisioned it happening. Actually, I'm not sure I envisioned it happening at all.

"There are so many questions and concerns going through my head right now. I wouldn't know what to address first." My voice made it evident that I was holding back tears. I shook my head not because I was trying to clear my head of its thoughts but because I was overwhelmed. I couldn't hold it anymore I was going to bawl. Within a few minutes I felt Max's driving slow and pull onto the side of the road.

"Look Sam, you know you won't be going through this alone don't you. I know how you don't like change, but you should love it. If you hadn't changed from the person you used to be you wouldn't have met me, and you love me to death." I laughed at her cocky little statement. "If you hadn't changed you wouldn't be financially able to take care of a situation like this. However, I really, really, think that you won't be going through this alone. Freddie isn't a deadbeat like some guys; he'll do the right thing."

"Oh God please stop, I don't want him to do the right thing. I don't want him to feel responsible or trapped by me. Maybe he's going to think that's what I did?" More tears started to flow.

"I'm going assume that this is a symptom of pregnancy brain. Puckett you know he's not going to think that. He's the one who came onto you and practically begged to be with you. Hell, maybe he was trying to trap you, but I don't think trapping was what was on his mind. I just think he loves you."

"Thanks for your optimism," I said dryly as I tried to dry my face.

"One of us has to be positive and logical. Now we need to go get you some pregnancy clothes because what you're wearing is not working." Max said as she started the car and got back on the road. I tried to relax and think positive. I kept imagining telling him about the babies and him being happy and holding me in his arms. It seemed too much like a fantasy to be real.

We arrived at a store called Bundle of Joy; they sell everything that has to do with baby plus maternity clothes. As soon as we entered the store one of the sales associates rushed up to Max and hugged her aggressively. "Hey Max! I haven't seen you in here in a while I hope you have good news for us honey bee!" The heavy set blonde woman shook Max slightly and she smiled, but she seemed saddened by the woman's statement. I didn't realize that Max had wanted a baby this badly.

"Yes and no, Stacy, my friend Sam is having two babies and she needs some clothes big time." Max pulled away from Stacy and held my hand. I suddenly felt very guilty for caring on in front of Max. I mean here she was being here for me when she apparently has wanted a baby for a while now. I was learning way too much today I wasn't sure my brain was going to be able to handle it all.

"Okay baby, we can make you look fabulous and show off that bump!" Stacy said with a little country accent as she rubbed my tiny bump.

"Actually can we find something that doesn't show off the bump so much. I still haven't told the father and I want to tell him before he figures it out." I explained as we walked over to the maternity section.

"We'll see what we can do. We also have a program you can sign up for since you're having multiples as long as you do your baby shower registry with us. I'll get you a pamphlet on that as well. We have so much fun stuff to do!" My eyes widened as she started to talk about different brands and there advantages. I was seriously starting to get dizzy. I actually stumbled back.

"I think I need to sit down," I murmured.

"Of course honey," Stacy and Max led me to a sofa close to the fitting rooms. "How about Max and I pick out some clothing and when you feel like it you can try some things on when you feel like it." I nodded.

"Sam, have you eaten today?" Max asked and I had to think about it. The only time I tried to eat was when Freddie cooked for me.

"Nope, I haven't been hungry." I had to laugh this baby was already changing me. Max rummaged through her purse, handed me some cheese crackers, and then went back to looking for clothing. They kept placing clothes beside me. They picked out a bunch of wrap dresses that would adjust to the extra big belly they assured me I'd have. I bought most of the clothing they picked out because I really didn't have anything that fit me right.

I picked out an outfit for my dinner for Freddie; it was a magenta dress that I paired with a black drape cardigan. I pulled my hair down and checked myself out in the fitting room, I could barely see my bump in this outfit, I was sure he wouldn't notice.

Freddie's POV

At 5:25 I arrived at Sam's office, her paralegals seemed to be really busy. I snuck right past them to her office. "Hey Sammy … Max." They both looked at me wide eyed like they'd been caught doing something inappropriate.

"Hey Benson, you're early." She smirked.

"I couldn't stand being away from you." I said sarcastically but it was partly truth. I missed her and wanted to see her. "Now, that Ms. Puckett was a line." She burst into laughter and I took it as an opportunity to kiss her on the cheek and give her the chocolate I'd bought for her. "You almost ready?"

"Yeah, give me a second with Max and I'll be right out." I nodded and headed back into the lobby. I had plans for Sam and me. I just hoped she liked it I called in a couple favors to make tonight happen.

"So you're going to try cook for me again Freddie, you've already made me sick once Fredo," Sam teased as I parked on the street in front of her apartment building. I just rolled my eyes at her even though she was insulting me I was elated to be with her, today was long without her. I didn't know how I was going to feel having to go back and work.

I walked behind her as she walked to her apartment; I noticed that she had a little waddle to the way she was walking. I wondered if our love making had caused her change in step. She looked back at me and gave me a look of confusion as she placed her key in the doorknob. A few more steps and she would know what I'd been up to for most of the day.

She opened the door and her jaw dropped as she noticed how I'd changed her furniture. I'd moved all of her furniture out of the way and placed her kitchen table in the living room. I bought fine china and set it, white and red rose pedals peppered the floor. I dimmed her lights and then lit the candles on the table.

"Freddieee, what's all this." Sam hadn't moved from the door her eyes were wide with disbelief.

"This is for you Sammy." I went back over to her and wrapped my arms around her. She tensed and little and then relaxed. "I wanted to show you how much I love you. I want you to know how much I want you in my life Sam, forever."

"Forever. You mean that?" She shifted so she could look in my eyes. She stared at me with watery blue.

"Yes, Sam that's all I've ever wanted." I kissed her passionately and then led her to her seat.

"Freddie, there something important I need to tell you. I wanted to wait for the right time but I don't want to keep it from you either. This isn't something that I should keep from you … I just don't have the words." Sam seemed worried about whatever it was she wanted to tell me.

"Just blurt it out Sam; we'll handle the aftermath together. What is it? Do you have a boyfriend or something?" She frowned and shook her head.

"No! God No! I … we're … um" a knock on her door interrupted her thoughts. I opened it and my surprise was standing at the door. It was Camden Coley she'd studied under Paula Deen and she was here to put together a country dinner for Sam and me.

"Sorry I'm a little late everything is pretty much prepared all I have to do is heat it up." Camden looked past me to Sam. "You must be the woman that Mr. Benson is going through all this trouble for. I'm Camden nice to meet you." She shook Sam's hand. "Well, let me get to it." After Camden went to the kitchen I sat across from Sam who still seemed kind of shocked.

"Freddie, I can't believe you put all this together for me." More tears I was shocked that this dinner had made Sam so emotional. She was about to sob again. She got out of her seat and came over and sat in my lap.

"Sammy? Are you okay?" I rubbed her back as she continued to cry.

"I've had such a long day Freddie. I'm so tired, hungry, and … my feet hurt." I chuckled and she whimpered in my ear. "And I'm pregnant," She whispered and my world froze.

"What did you just say?" She shifted away from me so she could look me in the eyes.

"I'm pregnant."

Author's Note:

Okay next chapter will start off with Freddie's reaction to Sam's confession. What do you think he'll say? Let me know in your review! And please no flames! Also tell me what do you think the Sam would name the twins?