The Unexpected

Chapter 27: Graduation

“Baby, wake up!” I heard Brandon sweet voice cooing in my ear.

“Make me a sammich,” I mumbled, placing a pillow over my head.

I felt his chest rumble beside me, “Tomorrow is your graduation, Bentley and the twins are coming home later, and Cynthia’s grandma is bringing her home in a little bit. You have to go shopping with Erin, your mom, and Jessica. Now, get your ass up and get ready.” I slowly got up and walked in the shower, a little pissed that he woke me up. “Hey, don’t be mad, boo.” He snaked his arms around my waist, pulling my naked body in his lap.

He made his puppy dog face that I couldn’t stay mad at. “I’m not,” I kissed him on the lips and when he tried to deepen the kiss I pulled away. Walking to the bathroom, I looked back to find him pouting. “Join me,” I winked.

I pulled my phone out of my pocket and checked why it rang. It was a text from my mother.

I’m almost there; Jessica and Erin are with me.

I knew she was driving, so I didn’t text her back. “You have to go,” I said, turning to Brandon.

“Alright, I’ll see you tomorrow.” He kissed me before walking out the door. I’ve noticed we act like a couple, but yet we haven’t made it official. My phone started ringing pulling me out of my thoughts.

Looking at the caller ID, I answered it, “Are you here?”

“Yeah,” My mom replied. I said alright and walked out of my house, locking the door behind me. “We are going to go eat Mellow Mushroom first,” My mom said as I sat in the car.

“That’s cool. Hey Erin, Hey Jess,” I greeted.

“So, we all have something to tell you.” Jessica stated as we sat down at the amazing pizza place.

“Do tell,” I said with big eyes.

“I’m pregnant again and Joe asked me to marry him.” Erin stated with a smile.

“Aw, that is good. I can’t wait to see the baby! How is your mom taking it?”

“She’s happy for me. But I have been living with Joe.” She replied. I nodded my head and turned to Jessica to see what she had to say.

“You’re having a niece, or nephew.” Jess smiled, making me nearly scream. “But I think it'll be a girl.”

“Aw, she or he is going to be so beautiful.” I turned to my mother, wondering if she had something to tell me.

“Me and your father are thinking about having a baby. I know it’s kind of weird, but after seventeen years we want another baby. It could happen now or it could happen in five years. We aren’t going to force it; we are just going to let it happen if it’s meant to happen.” My mom concluded.

“It’s going to be weird because it’s nephew and nieces will be older. But, I want a little sister or brother.”

After we ate, we finally made it to the mall. After looking in a million and one stores I finally found what I wanted. “Try it on, it looks beautiful! I’m sure it’ll look better on you.” Erin articulated.

“I love it,” I stated, looking in the mirror.

“Show us!” The three of them practically yelled. Walking out of the dressing room, their jaws dropped. “You look gorgeous,” They all stated.

The dress was a beautiful coral color. The strapless handkerchief dress had a straight neckline and empire waist, it could flatter any figure. I loved it.