Our Little Family (COMPLETED)

Big News

Zoe pushed the important news from her head just long enough to follow Evan to the car. He drove to the new Orchard where he proudly names a baby tree "Evan Hansen". Zoe stood back and watched as they placed an ingraved plate with Evan's name in front of the tree.

Zoe was immediately snapped out of her worried yet excited thoughts when Connor slung his arm over her shoulder.

"What's on your mind"? He asked casually

"N-Nothing, why do you ask"?

"You seem really worried about something".

"Oh No, I'm fine".

Zoe knew immediately that Connor didn't believe her but out of respect, he didn't question her anymore. Evan walked back with a cute bounce in his step.

"Heehee! I named a tree"! He said all giddy

"I'm happy for you, babe". Zoe giggled at his high pitched voice full of excitement.

"We better go get Oakley, school gets out soon". Evan speculated

Zoe nodded as they headed back to the school. Even though they had a good time eating ice cream, Zoe wouldn't exactly call it a successful date. She had planned it all out, how she would tell Evan and now her plans are ruined.

How was she ever supposed to tell Evan now? She's only known for a few days and even that felt to long for Evan not to know.

"Babe, your nuckles are turning white, your holding the wheel to tightly.... what's wrong"?

"What makes you think something is wrong"? Zoe scowled

"Well for a start, you're glaring at me like I just stole your last chocolate bar... which I didn't by the way... before you ask".

"Evan, I'm fine". Zoe snapped. She didn't want to take her frustration out on him, he didn't deserve it. However this is something she didn't want to wait to tell him but she couldn't just tell him without any warning or plan.

*How did I tell him when I was pregnant with Oakley*? Zoe thought. It wasn't as difficult because back then they were living in a small apartment that they never left. When Zoe took the test and it came out positive she screamed.

Evan stayed silent the rest of the ride to the school. They pulled up to the school to see Oakley waiting with Cohen and his Dad.

"Hi sweetie"! Zoe greeted as if nothing had just happened

"Hi Mommy! Can.... I go play with Cohen at his house"?!

"It's completely okay with me, as long as you're okay with it". Cohen's Dad smiled

*This is perfect*! Zoe thought

"Sure, that sounds like fun"! Zoe smiled sweetly

"Don't worry, I'll have him home before 6". The dad said

"Perfect! We'll see you then, be good Oakley Connor"! Evan grinned

"I will Daddy"!

Cohen's Dad took both boys in each of his hands then walked away. Zoe has until 6 tonight to tell Evan, that didn't give her a lot of time. Unfortunately, she doesn't think it's going to be to crazy of a reveal but... then again, it doesn't have to be.

Zoe drove home hoping something will give her the confidence to just tell him. It's not that she's afraid Evan wouldn't be happy about it, it's that it's a huge deal. They didn't plan on having another child.

Zoe knew exactly what she needed to do. She needed to get inspiration. There was always one thing that gave her inspiration and that is playing her guitar. It had been a while but Zoe has always loved Jazz music, the memories of playing in Jazz band in high-school will forever be one of the highlights of her child and teen years.

She sat Strummimg her guitar while thinking hard about anyway to tell Evan. This is when her mind shifted to names. It was always something she had thought about when she first got pregnant, even if Evan got a little more stressed about it then she did.

"Well little girl or boy... I guess Mommy and Daddy need to start thinking of names". Zoe whispered out loud

"There is always the option of a nature name like Oakley's. But, I kinda want to name you something after Music". Zoe smiled

"What do you think"? Zoe questioned to herself

"Hey babe, have you seen my---Oh, you're playing your guitar, that's a rare sight anymore". Evan invaded

"Yeah, I've just been busy".

Zoe noticed small red cheeks on Evan showing he was blushing. He sat down next to her on the bed and carefully pulled her into a sweet one-of-a-kind Evan Hansen hug. This hug can't be given by anyone else on the planet.

"I know you're worried about something... I wished you tell me what it is". Evan frowned keeping Zoe in his warm hug

She felt her body shake with worry and excitement.

"I'm nervous about it". Zoe bluntly said

"Nervous? About what exactly"?

"I can't... I don't... know how to say it".

"Just say it". Evan said looking deep into Zoe's eyes with wonder

"Evan.... I'm... I'm pregnant".