A/N Happy Monday everyone! Here's a new chapter... Think of it as a reward for going into work or school today. I'm working on Chapter 17 now, so as soon as that's done, I'll post the next one! Enjoy!

Chapter 14

When Toby's cellphone beeped, signaling that it was time for him to get up for work, his eyes slowly fluttered open, and he turned to look at Spencer, who was stirring from the noise. He slid out of the bed and made sure that Spencer's body was completely covered by the blankets, as it was a little chilly in the house. He was considering giving her a goodbye kiss before heading off for the day, but it was four in the morning, and he knew that she needed sleep. The more rest she got, the better.

He went down the stairs and found himself half of a bagel, and peach yogurt in the fridge. He took it to go. He quietly opened the door, almost as if he was sneaking out. He retrieved the spare key that he had used to enter the Hastings home on several occasions during his and Spencer's time together. He locked the door behind him and hid the key where it had been hidden before, in a secret pocket under the doormat.

He walked to his truck, which was parked right in front of the house, on the street. He took in a breath of the fresh, dewy morning air. That was the only thing he enjoyed about waking up in the early hours of the morning. The scent of the air always left him feeling cleansed.

He started work at five am on the dot. At 7:30, he sent a text message to Spencer to see if she had woken up, and to ask if she was feeling well and going to school.

Spencer's phone beeped, alerting her to a new text message. Toby had left for work; Spencer was in the bed alone. It must be him telling her that it was time to get ready for school.

She opened the text message. She replied.

Toby: Good morning, beautiful! I hope you had a nice rest. Are you feeling well enough for school?

Spencer: Good morning! I just got up, but I'm going to try my best to get myself to school. I slept well, thank you. You had a big part in that.

Toby: I'm glad you slept well! Have a nice day. I'll see you a little later.

Spencer: You too. Don't work too hard!

With that, their brief conversation ended.

Spencer yawned and rubbed her tired eyes. She had had a nice rest, but she definitely needed more. She pulled out an outfit for the day: A brown sweater dress with off-white leggings and a pair of riding boots. She kept it plain and simple today. She headed downstairs to the kitchen and grabbed a muffin that had mysteriously found its way onto the countertop. Maybe Melissa was home, that would explain it.

"Melissa!" Spencer called. She received no answer.

When Spencer lifted the plate that the muffin was on, she found a note underneath.

Good morning Spencer. I bought a few muffins yesterday and I thought you might like one with your coffee. Come see me in the barn after school so we can catch up. Love you –Melissa

"Okay then…" Spencer said to herself. This wasn't typical Melissa. Typical Melissa would avoid Spencer at all costs.

She ate her muffin; well, whatever she could eat of it before she started feeling sick, at which point she sat down and took a few deep breaths in an attempt to make herself feel better. She tossed the rest of the muffin, popped a mint in her mouth, grabbed her bag, and headed out the door.

Taking her phone out of the outside pocket of her purse, Spencer text messaged the girls.

I'm coming. See you in a bit.

She then got into her car and drove to the school.

When she got there, standing right next to her usual spot were none other than Hanna, Aria, and Emily. As soon as the car was completely stopped, the three of then opened a door each and let themselves in. Spencer shot them a face that silently questioned, Really?. They shut the doors and Hanna started their conversation.

"Go ahead…" she said.

"Toby's the father." Spencer said.

"We know that!" Hanna responded.

"How did it happen, Spence? If you don't remember it…" Emily asked.

"A." Spencer said. That was all that had to come out of her mouth, and everyone in that car understood. "A drugged us… I don't know what with yet, but I'm going to do research later."

"Spencer…" Aria said, and looked down.

"Are you alright?" Emily continued for Aria.

"That bitch…" Hanna muttered under her breath.

Spencer exhaled. "It's alright guys. What happened happened, and now, I just have to deal with it. Toby and I have decided that we're going to think of this baby as nothing but a blessing. We're going to forget about all this and move on. This is going to be a baby; not a mistake or something that made our lives more difficult. We're going to be a family just like any family that has parents older than we are. We're going to be fine."

The girls all smiled at Spencer. She had amazing strength, not in just this, but in everything. She wasn't one to think of excuses for anything, or ever feel bad for herself. She just pushed through. Plowed through.

"That's really, really great, Spencer." Emily said.

"I feel really… happy for you guys." Aria said. She couldn't believe that in a time like this, a time of panic, that she felt happy for Spencer and Toby.

"As long as we get to be a part of that family." Hanna said with a smile.

Spencer grinned. "You are part of this family already. You always have been. I'm sure that this little baby is going to love all of their aunts."

"Sorry to kill the moment, but we've got to get to class… Like, now." Aria said.

The girls all jumped out of the car and speed walked into Rosewood High for another day of classes.

They dispersed into 4 separate classrooms and said their goodbyes. At lunch, they chatted about something other than the baby, which made Spencer really happy. She needed a break. After school, Aria met with Mr. Fitz, and they went back to his apartment. Emily and Hanna decided to spend the afternoon shopping, which, really, was their code for going to all the baby stores in the mall and cooing over all the tiny outfits that they would soon dress their niece or nephew in. They didn't buy anything, but they window-shopped like mad. Spencer went back home to settle in, and then see Melissa for their chat, something that she was not looking forward to. Should she tell her older sister that she was pregnant? Maybe Melissa would be supportive, but maybe she'd just alert their parents to the situation. But Melissa seemed to be in a good mood for the past couple of days. Spencer decided that she would tell her. Hopefully, it would work out in her favor.

A/N Did you all like this chapter? I know that not a lot went on, but I enjoyed the few sweet moments. I hope that this has built your anticipation for the next chapter! Please review! I would really really like to get more reviews. Tell me what you think of my story. You can give me suggestions also! If you want something specific to happen in future chapters, let me know, and I'll try to incorporate it! See you all soon!