Haley James saw him as soon as he entered the church. She watched him slip into the last pew and sit down trying not to draw attention to himself. Even from her place at the front of the church she knew exactly what he looked like. 6' 2", short, dark drown hair, which he usually wore with the front spiked up, and dark brown eyes. She also knew that under that suit jacket he had muscular arms and abs.

Haley smiled slightly to herself and turned her attention back to the ceremony taking place beside her. After all of the planning Keith and Karen were finally getting married. She watched as the woman who was like a second mother to her said her vows and tears started forming in her eyes.

Karen Roe had dark brown hair and eyes. She was a perfect match with the man she loved, Keith Scott, who had light brown hair and brown eyes.

Soon they were pronounced husband and wife and Keith kissed his new wife. They then walked out to the limo to head to the reception. Haley followed them and was soon seated in the limo with the rest of the wedding party.

Nathan was standing by a table catching up with his best friend and half brother, Lucas Scott, when he heard a shriek over to his left. He barely even got a chance to turn around before the short girl leapt into his arms locking her arms around his neck and her legs around his waist. He just wrapped his arms around her waist and laughed.

"Hey Hales. I missed you too," he said sarcastically.

Haley hopped down and straightened her long, periwinkle dress giving Nathan a good look at her. She was still as beautiful as ever. She was 5' 3" (well 5' 6" in her 3 inch heals), with honey brown eyes. Her naturally dark hair was filled with blonde highlights, making her almost a blonde. She wore it to her mid back, down in loose, romantic waves. She was still as tiny as ever.

"I saw you sneak into the back of the church just after the ceremony started," she told him.

"I figured. You think anyone else did?"

"Naw. I think you're safe but we really need to work on your punctuality. I thought 2 years of college would have helped with that problem."

"Oh, you know me. I'll never change."

"Yeah well come on. I'm sure your mom wants to see you," she said as she grabbed his arm and pulled him over to a woman with blonde hair and brown eyes. She was wearing a dress that matched Haley's as she was a bridesmaid. She immediately wrapped her arms around Nathan in a hug.

"Hey Nathan. How's Boston?" Deb Scott asked her son as he returned the hug.

"It's good. I've missed Tree Hill though," he said as they released each other.

"I see it hasn't helped with your sense of time."

Nathan only let out a low groan. Just then someone came up behind him and trapped him in a headlock.

"Nathan. What's up with showing up late? Can't even be on time for my wedding?"

"Sorry Uncle Keith. I swear I was going to be on time. My car wouldn't start then traffic was terrible."

"Excuses, excuses. You haven't gotten rid of that piece of junk yet?"

"Hey, it's a classic!" Nathan said, clearly offended.

"Sure it is," Keith said with a slight chuckle.

"Anyways, congratulations Uncle Keith. Now where's your lovely bride?"

"She's just talking to some people. She'll be over in a minute."

Just then someone came up behind Haley and wrapped their arms around her waist.

"Hey Stranger," he said to her.

"Hey Brandon. I'd like you to meet Nathan Scott. Nathan, this is my boyfriend Brandon Bennett."

As the two guys shook hands they sized each other up. Nathan saw that he was about 5' 9", had light brown hair, hazel eyes, and was of medium build.

"So this is the infamous Nathan. Nice to finally meet you. Haley talks about you all the time."

"She lies," he jokes, looking at her. She just looked at him and gave him a fake laugh.

"Oh you think you're smart do you?" Nathan asked, looking at her slyly.

"I don't think so, I know so," she answers smugly.

"That's it Shorty. You're mine," he says as he lunges at her. She lets out a small shriek and takes of running. He soon catches up to her and starts tickling her until she gives in.

Later that night Nathan and Haley are slow dancing together oblivious to their families watching them, huddled together. Brandon was standing off to the side glaring at them before he stormed out of the reception.

"So how long do you think until they get together?" Karen asked.

"I'd bet a month tops," Deb said.

"Come on Deb. I'd say less than that, maybe 2 weeks," Keith said.

"I dunno guys. I'd guess a couple of months," Karen put in.

"Interesting. I'll bet you $50 each it's 2 weeks," Keith wagered.

"I'm in," Deb said.

"Come on guys. We can't bet on them," Karen said finally taking her eyes off of the pair, "Can we?"

They just grinned at her and they all shook on it.