Frankie's POV

I opened the door to my apartment and there was Zacky and he looked really good these days. But I didn't want to think like that about him anymore and I need to move on fully.

“Hey, Frankie.” Seeing Zack smile was a relief and that he seemed happy.

“Hey, you. Come in.” I smiled back and motioned for him to come inside. “You can put you stuff wherever.”

I noticed Zack’s eyes wandering over my body and I ignored it because the only eyes I enjoyed checking me out is Gerard’s.

“You look beautiful as always Frankie, and you are starting to show.” He walked closer to me and I actually felt nervous.

I felt my face heat up a bit but I tried to control it. “Thanks.” He ran a hand along my slightly extended abdomen and that felt so weird. The only person who has touched my bump besides myself has been Gee.

“I still can’t believe we actually made a baby.” He grinned. I cringed because I was not proud of how our baby was conceived.

“Well we did. But you haven’t really asked me how I’ve been before you called the other day?” I frowned and crossed my arms over my chest.

“I’m sorry Frankie. The band and I have been working really hard to get shows where we can but I still think about you, you’re one of my best friends and the mother of my child I would never just forget about you.” Zack pulled me in for a hug and I rested my head on his chest and I felt tears come to my eyes once again.

“I am still mad about this situation, but you know me I try not to stay mad. But with my hormones that are going wild lately and this day just isn't going all that well. It’s just when one good thing happens its’s like a bunch of bad stuff has to happen after.” I wiped my eyes and I knew my face looked like shit.

“Let’s go sit down.” He walked me over the couch and we both sat down. It was second nature for me to cuddle with him but I only saw as friends cuddling. “So, what’s going on Frankie?”

“Just before you got here my boss had emailed me to let me know that she no longer has hours for me. I was so fucking pissed.” I ran my hand through my messy hair and I wiped my eyes. “I mean she knows I’m pregnant and now I have to try and find a new job, worry about school and the baby. I just don’t know how I am going to manage all this Zacky.” I started to cry again and I didn’t care at this point.

Zack wrapped an arm around my waist and pulled a bit closer to his body. “You have to relax. I know that easier said than done but stress is no good for the baby.” He was right but I am honestly freaking the fuck out inside.

At this moment, I felt more confused about where my life was going than I ever had. Simple bad things always fuck up my life. I was barely managing before and now I am right back into the mindset I had when the semester started.

I looked up at Zack and I honestly felt bad for being so emotional right when he got here. “I’m sorry you have to see me like this. I don’t want to put any pressure on you to help me out since I know you need to focus on your band.”

“Frankie, listen. Remember when we found out you were pregnant?”

“Of course, how could I forget that day.”

“Well when I said I would do what I could for you I was being honest. I’ll help you out as much as I can.”

“Thanks, Zee.” I leaned up and kissed his cheek and rested my head on his shoulder.

“How about we get out of here and grab some lunch.”

“Sure. Let me just go fix myself up.” I quickly got off the couch and went to the bathroom. I grabbed my phone and decided to quickly call Gerard while I fixed myself up.

“Frankie, hey, is everything ok?”

“Well not really.” I took a breath. “My boss let me go from my job and Zack is acting all loving towards me and its weird. We are going to grab lunch so after can you come over?”

“Shit, babe that sucks about your job. Just text me after you have your lunch and I’ll head over.”

“Thanks, Gee I just want you around.”

“Your welcome. Talk to you later.” We both hung up and I felt relieved because I needed Gee around more than I like to admit.

I kept Gee’s tee-shirt on and changed into a pair of clean pair of tights and slipped one of my loose skirts overtop. I then grabbed my black flag hoodie and pulled it on. I walked into the bathroom.

I ran my hand over my bump as I looked at myself in the mirror one more time. I let out a breath and tried to stay relaxed. I tried not to stress out about my situation but I knew Gerard would be there for me. But Zacky on the other hand is making my situation more complicated. I turned off the light and walked back into the main area of my apartment.

I slipped on my converse and rejoined Zack in the living room. “I’m ready to go if you are.”

“I’m ready.” He slipped on his shoes and put his hoodie back on. I grabbed my bag and locked the apartment and we left the building.

“Where would you like grab food Frankie?”

“I know a good place not far from here that has really good vegetarian options for me and whatever you want.” I smiled over at Zack and we started walking and I tried not to make things awkward.

We arrived at the diner and we got a booth and I sat across from Zack. The waitress came by and we both ordered drinks.

“I know you got a lot going on right now but what’s new besides the bad shit?”

“Well surprisingly my grades are decent for now which I am thankful for. I’ve also been dating someone.”

“That awesome that you are still managing to keep with you coursework. So you’re seeing someone?”

“Yeah, his name is Gerard. He is going to be coming by my place after we eat. I’m bringing him to the gig tonight.”

I could see the disappointment in Zack’s eyes and I wasn't about to beat around the bush.

“Well I was expecting that you would start dating with the pregnancy and all.” I crossed my arms across my chest at Zack’s words.

“Listen, Zacky I don’t want to argue with you. You don’t have the right to say those kind of things to me. You broke up with me and then fucked me while we were both drunk. Then you wanted nothing to do with me. I’ve known Gerard for over a year and he is perfect for me and he doesn’t care that i’m pregnant.” I kept my voice low so the other people wouldn't hear me.

“I’m sorry Frankie. It’s just I thought we could give us a second chance but if you’re happy I need to respect that.”

I can’t believe he thought he could waltz in and I’d be his again. I don’t think so and I hope he doesn't try anything this weekend. “Thanks and please don’t be a dick to Gerard.”

Zack nodded. “Let’s talk about something else.” I nodded as well.

“Yeah you’re right. Have you got any more ink recently?”

He showed me his arm and I loved the theme of his tattoos which were much different than my own. “I got some ink on my stomach and chest.”

“That’s awesome. I always loved the theme of your tattoos.” I could have slapped myself how I sounded but I had to hold back at blush when I thought about his body. Even though we broke up and I’m with Gee I still thought Zacky was attractive. He deserved someone just as much as I did.

“Frankie everything okay?” I felt Zack’s hand run along my arm.

“Yeah, sorry I must have zoned out.”

“A penny for your thoughts?” I giggled at the question.

“I was just thinking about my pregnancy and my boyfriend. Gerard is such a great guy and I hope you guys get along.”

He smiled. “I’m sure we will Frankie, don’t worry about it.”

I nodded and our food arrived and we ate in silence. I started to feel awkward and I couldn't wait to see Gerard. He made me feel sane these days and right now I just felt like I couldn't trust myself being alone with Zack.

After we ate our food and Zack told me about the guys and that they were looking forward to seeing me again. He paid for the food even though I put up fight which I sadly lost.
I sent Gee a text that we were heading back to my place and I couldn't wait to see him again. These days I wanted to be around him as much as I could, when my course work didn't get in the way.

We walked back to my place and I smiled when I saw Gee standing outside my building and he was smoking. He looked sexy as hell when he smoked and I honestly missed smoking but I quit right after I found out I was pregnant.

“You look stunning, babe.” My face heated up from my boyfriends words. We shared a quick kiss and I didn't mind tasting cigarettes on Gee’s lips.

“Zack this is my boyfriend Gerard,” I stepped aside and they shook hands.

“Nice to meet you.” Gee smiled and I knew he wanted to be friendly but I can only imagine what he was thinking about.

“Let’s go inside.” I took Gee’s hand and Zack followed us back up to my apartment.

I opened the door to my apartment and let the guys in first and then followed inside. “Make yourself comfortable, Gee.” I smiled at my boyfriend and quickly went to the bathroom. I felt nervous that they wouldn't get along but I had hope that Zack would accept my relationship with Gee and not try to push himself on me.

We hung around my place for a couple hours. Zack left before us so he could help his band get all set up. I kept my outfit the same and touched up my makeup.

“You are so beautiful, baby.” I felt my face heat up and kissed him softly on the lips. “Mm let’s going.” He nodded and we left my apartment.

As we walked to the bar Gee took my hand and I interlaced our fingers. I felt comfort in simple things like holding hands and I liked any affection Gee showed me. We got to the bar and we got in early and when the guys saw me they all grinned.

“Hey guys.” They all hugged me and were careful since they knew I was pregnant. Matt gave the best hugs and they were so comforting. “It’s nice to see ya Frankie. We missed having you around.”

“Thanks Matt. I missed you guys so much” I grinned and I felt Gee’s hand touch my lower back after I pulled away from Matt’s hug.

“This is my boyfriend, Gerard by the way.” They all gave Gee a hug as well and that made me happy. I was proud to have Gee around some of my best friends.

The guys had to get ready to play and Zack smiled. “Enjoy the show Frankie, and it was nice to meet you, Gerard.”

“I’m sure we will enjoy the show.” I smiled back and watched as Zack went to join the rest of the guys.

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