Sounds like a Fantasy

Chapter 43

Addison's POV

Two days after dress shopping for my bridesmaid and maid of honor, which ended up just Bree getting a dress. It's Tuesday and I have a doctor's appointment after school. And, for once, I'm really excited.

Today's our first ultrasound.

My pen anxiously tapped against the notebook, eyes glued to the slow ticking clock, until a soft hand settles over mine and startles me out of my focus. I stare wide eyed at my best friend who's smiling at me.

"If you don't stop, you might get detention." She whispered, gesturing towards the teacher eying me as they lectured. I shrink into my seat. Bree retracts her hand and straightens in her own chair.

"5 more minutes Addy. You can make it." She whispered teasingly with a quiet giggle.

I take a deep breath, settling my excited nerves. A familiar warmth suddenly fills my chest and I smile. Zed's thinking about me. I return the favor, focusing my thoughts on how much I love him. I feel pride start to course through my system and a smile spreads wider across my lips.

There are so many people who will never feel how I do about Zed. The love we share is one of a kind. Even before we had our connection, I knew he was my forever. I don't think anyone has ever felt the way we do for each other. Or maybe they have and have kept it top secret. I force back my giggle and just shake my head.

It doesn't matter if no one ever understands our relationship. We have each other and, soon, our little bundle of joy. My hand slides off the tabletop to my stomach.

All of the sudden, I feel like I could cry, tears welling up in the corners on my eyes. I love our baby so much already and it's just the beginning of the pregnancy! I can only imagine how I'll feel when I can hold them, kiss their little face.

The bell rings, making me jump from my thoughts. Bree looks over at me with a smile that suddenly drops from worry the next instant. "What's wrong Addy? Are you ok?" She asked, gentle hand placed on my shoulder.

I let out a wet chuckle and wipe my eyes. "Yeah Bree, they're happy tears. I'm just so excited." I assure her. "These damn hormones are gonna kill me!" Bree giggles at my joking and pulls me in for a quick hug.

"You'll have to tell me everything after your appointment! I can't wait to see the little bean in the ultrasound photos!" She basically squealed. I giggle in excitement along with her.

Until a pair of arms come up behind me and wrap over my chest, a kiss planted in my hair. I smile, relaxing as I lean back into him and close my eyes. I could just live in his arms for the rest of eternity and not regret a second of it.

"Hi Zed! Are you as excited for the ultrasound as Addy is?" Bree asked as she gathered her books into her bag. Zed chuckles and kisses the top of my head again before collecting my things to help me pack up as well.

"Beyond excited, Bree!" He stuffs my books in the backpack I held open, then nuzzled his nose into my cheek. "Addy's been doing such a great job growing our little one that I just can't wait!" He coos goofily, causing my giggles to re-emerge. Bree smiled and rolled her eyes at us.

"Well you two love birds better get a move on if you're gonna make it to your appointment on time!" She said, wagging a mock scolding finger at us.

My whole face lights up with a wide excited smile as I squeal, jumping to my feet and grabbing Zed's hand. He throws my backpack over his shoulder along with his and smiles fondly down at me while I pull him out of the classroom.

"I'll see you Monday Bree! Have a good cheer practice!" I yell behind us in my rush.  "I'll root for you in spirit!"

The halls are way too crowded for my liking. I continuously stretch up on my top toes to see how much further the doors are as we move with the stream of students. I let out a frustrated huff and Zed chuckles, releasing my hand to snake his arm around my waist to hug me tight.