You know, that girl who puts up that wall, the girl who doesn't open up to anyone. Well yeah, that's me, Peyton Sawyer. I'm 24 now, and living in L.A, I wouldn't say I have a bad life, but it sure as hell could be better. College was great, a good experience, so was high school, sure there was a lot of drama, but high school was the place where I found the people I truly care for.

So I'm driving back to Tree Hill, my hometown. Two of my friends from high school are getting married, Skillz and Bevin. Who would have thought, huh? Life surprises you sometimes, the two people who no-one would think of are getting married, and you know what, good for them, they deserve it. But as you can expect, even on the happiest of occasions Peyton Sawyer has something to worry about.

When I left Tree Hill, there was a lot that I left behind. Lucas Scott. God, I loved him, that's right loved. Sure we aren't meant for each other, but I will be forever grateful for how happy he made me. Me and Luke always ended in tears and heartbreak; I don't think I need to put myself through anymore of that.

Brooke Davis. The life and soul of a party. She's my best friend, and has been since I was about 8. She's always been there for me, and though we've had our ups and downs we got through it. I can't say we're as close as we were during high school, so much happened, but who says we can't grow closer again.

Haley & Nathan Scott. Those two really are something, they've gone through so much, but they're always there for each other. The love they share, it's amazing, and I wish I can find the happiness that they found. Me and Haley started off on the wrong foot, but by the end of high school she became one of my best friends. And Nathan, well although we went out in high school, it meant nothing, he's a great guy, and he really looks out for me, also one of my best friends.

So yeah, I'm excited to see them all, but maybe it's the fact I'm seeing Lucas for the first time since we broke up, I don't want to be vulnerable again, and I don't want to believe something that's a lie.

I pull up outside my old house, ok so I don't live here anymore, but it just feels right to park here. As I'm walking to Karen's Cafe (Luke's mom's cafe), I actually feel happy, it's been about 6 years since I've seen everyone (apart from Brooke, who I saw a few times in the last few summers). As soon as I open the door, I hear the familiar chime of the bell, and that gorgeous smell of coffee.

'Peyton!' Karen quickly runs over and pulls me into a hug. I missed her, she's a great woman, always there to offer advice, and just very kind-hearted.

'Karen, how have you been? And Lily?'

'Great. And Lily's fine, she's growing up to be a right little madam. Anyway what about you? Have you seen the others yet?'

'I've been good, and no this was the first place I came. I might give Haley and Brooke a call, and tell them to come here'

'Great. I'll give Lucas a call.' I flinched, just slightly, I still didn't know if I was ready to see him.

'Ok. So, do I get a coffee or what?'

'Coming right up.'

It felt good to be back, I always felt at home in Tree Hill. It always will be my home, maybe one day I'll find my way back here. I heard the bell chime again; this place was always so busy.

'Hey Blondie.'

Ok, so this is my first fic, and yeah i know its really short, sorry lol. Anyway Please Review :)