The Unexpected Romance

Chapter 7

On Valentine's Day, Emily and Benji did a FaceTime call with the other Bellas.

"Hey, guys. Happy Valentine's Day," Emily said after the others answered the call.

"Hey, what's up, guys?" Chloe asked.

"Well, Emily and I have some big news to share, but we wanted to make sure this was the right moment to do so," Benji began.

All of the Bellas had curious looks on their faces as they waited to hear what the couple was going to say.

"I'M PREGNANT!" Emily yelled with excitement.

The Bellas cheered for Emily's big news.

"O.M.G.! Emily, this is wonderful! Just think, another addition to the Bella family soon to be coming our way," Chloe said.

"I know, right. Emily and I are very excited," Benji said, grinning.

"Congratulations, you guys. Happy Valentine's Day," Jessica said.

"Thanks, everyone. Enjoy your Valentine's Day," Emily said, ending the call.

Later that evening, Kyle and Stacie were out having a romantic dinner.

"Happy Valentine's Day, Stacie," Kyle said.

"Same to you, Kyle. And I must say, these roses you got for me sure are beautiful," Stacie marveled.

"Thanks. I haven't bought roses in a long time," Kyle said.

"Well, I really like them. I'm so glad we were able to work things out so we could have this date tonight," Stacie said.

"I know what you mean. This has got to be the most difficult night of the year to get a sitter," Kyle said.

"True that. I guess we're lucky someone was available," Stacie said.

"But still, let's not let that distract us from our romantic evening," Kyle suggested.

"I agree. A toast to a Valentine's Day we hope to remember forever," Stacie announced, holding her glass.

"Cheers," Kyle said as the two clicked their glasses.

Thirty minutes later, the two finished their dinner.

"That sure was a great meal," Stacie said, satisfied.

"You said it. And there's more..." Kyle said.

"What more?" Stacie asked as Kyle took a box with an engagement ring out of his pocket and got down on one knee.

"Stacie Conrad...will you marry me?" Kyle asked.

Stacie looked at the ring, feeling speechless until she finally was able to come up with an answer.

"YES! I'd be honored to marry you!" she exclaimed as the two kissed before Kyle put the engagement ring on her finger.

"You won't regret this, I promise," Kyle said.

"This has been my best Valentine's Day...EVER!" Stacie yelled, excited.

After their date, Stacie went to Aubrey and Chad's house to pick up Bella and reveal her big news.

When Stacie rang the doorbell, Aubrey went to answer.

"Stacie, how'd it go tonight?" Aubrey asked as Stacie entered the house.

"Something amazing happened to me tonight, and I wanted you to be the first to know," Stacie said.

"Ooh, with that kind of excitement, it must be good," Aubrey said.

"Oh, it is," Stacie said as she showed Aubrey her engagement ring.

"O.M.G.! Congratulations, Stacie!" Aubrey exclaimed as the two hugged. "Chad, come here!" Aubrey called, and he did so.

"What's up?" he asked.

"Stacie's engaged!" Aubrey said with excitement.

"Wow, really?! Congrats, Stacie!" Chad said, smiling while shaking Stacie's hand.

"Thanks, guys. I'm really excited about this. Back when Bella was born, I thought I'd remain a single mother. But I think it's nice that she could be getting a stepsister and a stepfather," Stacie said.

"Well, we want you to be happy. And us Bellas will all plan on being at the wedding," Aubrey promised.

"Thanks. So is Bella ready to go?" Stacie asked as Bella ran to hug her mother. "Hey, Bella. Were you a good girl tonight?"

"Yeah," Bella piped up.

"That's good. Come on, it's time to get you home. Thanks again for your help, Aubrey. I hope I didn't ruin your Valentine's Day," Stacie said.

"Not at all. Chad and I went on our date early so we could be home in time for yours," Aubrey explained.

"Great. Have a good night," Stacie said.

"Good night, Stacie," Aubrey said as Stacie and Bella went home.

When Stacie returned home, she sent a group text to the other Bellas saying, "I'M ENGAGED!" She woke up the next morning to a flood of replies.