The daily school bell rang, and as the many teens filtered out the singular white framed door, Aria sat stationary at her desk, delaying any actions. Tucking a lock of dark hair behind her perfectly tanned ear, she heard Ezra push back out of his chair at the front of the classroom.

"Umm…Mr Fitz," she called out nervously, aware of teachers out in the corridor. "I…I was wondering if it was possible if well…umm I was able to come to your apartment? To go over work," she started to bite her red polished nails. He looked at her with the same adorable, hazel eyes she first fell in love with, reminding her of the puppy she had when she was three. Aria could have sworn she saw him grin for at least split second.

"I don't see why not? I mean… I could drive you there now, if you wanted of course." He grinned. By that point Aria had already collected her things and was standing opposite him, only a few inches away from his face. Aria opened her mouth to speak but got suddenly cut off by Noel rushing into the room with his lacrosse kit on; his face was bloated and red.

"Sorry for interrupting you, I just forgot my bag," he said breathlessly grabbing a black Slazenger duffel bag that was lent against the table leg.

"We were just talking," Ezra quickly asserted. A flash of worry washed his face.

"Sure you were." Noel sarcastically retorted. As the words left his mouth Aria flinched. Had he heard, did he know her secret? But he was long gone, leaving only an aroma that filled her nostrils with the stench of sweat.

"We better go," He said, guiding the way to his SUV.

Aria sat crossed legs in the passenger seat of his car. Her hands were placed cautiously on her lap and she couldn't help notice the strawberry air freshener hang precariously from the rear view mirror. The awkward silence made Aria feel queasy. They haven't properly been alone together since Ezra broke it off with her, but today it seems promising. She must have fallen asleep because when she awoke she found herself lying stretched out over… EZRA'S COUCH! Had he carried her up all those flights stairs? The rain pounded on the barred windows of Ezra's flat. She suddenly realised her head was lying on his lap. His soft hand brushed her hair calmly. Aria couldn't help but sigh contently. Ezra shifted, aware of her consciousness.

"Don't stop," she said quietly, but he gently brought her up so she was sitting next to him.

"Ezra I…" His soft kiss sealed her lips. The warmth of his mouth escaped his slightly parted lips onto hers. He then pulled away, eyes wide, full of guilt.

"I'm sorry" he whispered, she placed two fingers to his lips.

"shhh," Arias gravelly voice soothed him.

"It's okay." She then placed his hands on her hips and Ezra pulled her in for a kiss. As their lips locked together, a gasp escaped Aria's lips. Ezra tried to slow things down by saying

"I don't think this is such a good idea," Aria began to loosen his tie and said

"I think you spend entirely too much time thinking, don't you think" He didn't need to reply, Aria was already beginning to undo his shirt buttons. They kissed for a while longer, but as the minutes went past, each kiss became more passionate, more desperate.

"Ezra" Aria whispered into his ears as he kissed her neck. She twined her fingers into his and squeezed hard. He kissed her deeply back and caressed the back of her head with his free hand, tangling his fingers in her hair.

"Do you want to?" Ezra breathed, she closed her eyes and replied "yes."

Aria woke up the next morning to the smell of coffee wafting through the air. Looking down, she was wearing her black laced underwear that she had worn the previous day. She heard a forceful pour of water from the bathroom shower and started to wish she were in there with Ezra… It was a peaceful Saturday morning, the birds from the local park were singing as the early sun rose. Aria rummaged through the draws next to the bed, finding one of Ezra's large 'button up' shirts, Aria slipped into it and wondered over to check her phone.

THREE MISSED CALLS: MOM

Shit! Aria had completely forgotten about her. She quickly dialled her mother's number and tentatively put the phone to her ear. It rang for a while until:

"Where the hell have you been Aria Montgomery?!" Her mom screamed.

"Mom, calm down I was just…just… at Spencer's. We were studying and it got late so she said it was okay if I could stay for the night." Aria sighed guiltily, that was close.

"Well tell me next time! Your father and I were so worried," the tiredness in her voice was noticeable however much she tried to cover it. Aria could hear the shower stop running and Ezra unlock the door. Panic struck Aria.

"Well, umm… mom I have to go now, breakfast is ready," She didn't even let her mother answer, just quickly added, "Love you, bye!"

Ezra appeared through the door, his towel wrapped loosely round his waist.

"Good morning honey, sleep well?"

"Yeah…" She said softly, tip toeing towards him. Ezra laced his arms around her, lifting Aria towards him. Aria wrapped her thighs around his waist, ignoring his wet torso. As their tongues explored every inch of each other's mouths Aria felt more than alive.

"I love you," she gasped,

"I love you too aria."

A few weeks later…

Aria sat on his worn couch, sipping at the warm coffee in her hands. Ezra placed an arm around her and she snuggled into his chest. It was Friday night and they were watching their usual black and white film, Aria suddenly became uneasy. She slowly pushed away from him and swiftly made her way to the bathroom. Lifting up the toilet lid, she vomited. Crap. Was that… was that morning sickness?

"Are you okay in there?" She heard Ezra call from behind the closed doors. No reply.

"Aria?" She began to hear the growing concern in his voice. She began to sob, at first her tears trickled down her cheeks but then they gushed out of her eyes. Then the door swung open and Ezra appeared. She fell towards him and he welcomed her into his warm embrace. Ezra kissed the top of her head, trying to sooth her. But what could he do?

"Ezra…I'm pregnant!"