Author's Note: Hey guys! Okay, for some reason, I have this disease where I can't not have a Laley story on the boards. It's just impossible and detrimental to my health. So here I am with another Laley story. This is going to be a short story, not sure how many chapters it's going to be, but I have to make it short because I don't really have a lot of time to write except for weekends and when there's nothing to do at work. I'm not sure how often I will update this; it all depends on my schedule and inspiration. Anyways, I hope you all like it. As always, please read and review!
Disclaimer: I own nothing. One Tree Hill and its characters are property of the WB.
Rating: K+ to T, R for this chapter.
A little background: This story is set a little after the season two finale. Nathan and Haley stayed married and Brooke came back from California saying she wanted to be with him and are now dating. I think that's all you really need to know right now. Story based on the song by 98 Degrees, "The Hardest Thing".
The Hardest Thing
Chapter 1
We both know that I shouldn't be here
This is wrong
And baby it's killing me, it's killing you
Both of us trying to be strong
The second my hand hit the door to knock, she opened it and pulled me inside, slamming the door shut then pushing me up against it, her lips crashing against mine. "What took you so long," she whispered as she moved her lips down to my neck, beginning to suck the sensitive skin softly so as not to leave a mark. I moaned and rolled my head back and to the side to give her better access. My lips sought her forehead then her own lips, kissing her passionately before moving to her neck to return the favor she had done for me. "We shouldn't be doing this…" I whispered, my breath hot on her neck. "But it feels so right…" she murmured as she moved her hands down, starting to unbutton my shirt as her lips found mine again. Her tongue slipped inside and explored all the crevices of my mouth as if she would never have the chance to again before mingling with my own, massaging hers against mine and licking it with the tip of her tongue. I groaned in disappointment when she pulled away to take off my shirt and white wife beater I wore underneath. She began a trail of kisses down my chest, starting at the column of my neck just under my chin where my Adam's Apple was, a place she knew drove me crazy. I swallowed hard as she began to lick slowly there before covering the spot with her mouth, starting to suck softly at the hard mound under my skin. I felt myself begin to go weak in the knees and I leaned heavily back against the wall as she moved down to my chest, rubbing her lips across my muscles then flicking her tongue against one nipple then the other. I gasped and began to pant as her mouth encircled one of them and bit down softly, causing pleasure to course through my body. She performed the same treatment on the other one then moved down to my abs, running her hands over my toned six-pack. "Nathan could come home any minute," I whispered breathlessly into her hair as my lips grazed her ear. She pulled away slightly from my chest and grinned up at me, lust and desire burning in her eyes as she responded in a low, husky voice, "Isn't that part of the thrill?" She tugged on the waistband of my jeans, pulling me with her as she led me down the hallway and into the bedroom.
One of the first things I noticed when we entered the bedroom was the flowery sheets on the bed. I knew that Haley only used them for when I came over because Nathan hated them. He thought they were too girly. I was brought out of my thoughts by Haley's hands tugging at the button of my jeans. I stared down at her and for the first time that day, really got a good look at her. She was wearing a pale pink silk lingerie nightgown that fell just above her knees with a feathery boa around the hemline of it. It wasn't something I, nor anyone else besides Nathan, would ever imagine her wearing. She was beautiful and sexy, and I loved her with all my heart. I suddenly began to wonder how I got here, how this had all started. I knew what I was, what we both, were doing was wrong. Haley was married to Nathan, my brother, and I was dating Brooke. I was so happy Brooke had decided to give me a second chance after the whole love triangle with Peyton, decided to trust me again. It broke my heart knowing that I was betraying her once more, and yet again with one of her best friends, but it seemed as if I couldn't stop, neither of us could.
I was jolted from my reverie when I felt Haley's hand slip inside my boxers, gently grasping my member in her small, gentle hand. I groaned and thrust my hips forward a little as I slid my hands up under her gown and grabbed her hips in my hands, sliding them down, caressing her baby soft cheeks. She pushed down my pants and boxers and I stepped out of them as our lips met, crashing together forcefully as the passion began to overtake us. I cupped her cheeks in my hands as I lifted her against me, to which she wrapped her legs around my torso. I carried her to the bed and sat down on the edge as she straddled my waist. I slowly grabbed the hem of her nightgown and pulled it up over her head, tossing it to the floor. I smiled as I gazed down at her beautiful body. She always went bare with a thin sheath to cover her whenever we had these little meetings; less clothing to take off meant less time so we could avoid being caught. I brought my hands up to caress her breasts, rubbing my thumbs over her nipples before taking one in my mouth. I lightly suckled it and she moaned in pleasure. Her breaths were becoming quick and shallow as she mumbled, "Oh god…" a couple times while I lavished her breasts with my tongue. She began to stroke my shaft again, lightly running her fingernails up and down as my breath hitched in my throat, becoming more ragged with the pleasure rising inside me.
I kissed her again as I carefully stood with her in my arms, turning around and laying her gently on the bed. "Do you have one," she asked breathlessly, her chest heaving with each breath she let in and out. I looked around and found my pants, quickly walking over and pulling out my wallet, searching for the small square I usually kept there for our special meetings. I looked up at her and shook my head no. I was out. I had forgotten to replace the one I had used last time with a new one. Haley reached over and pulled out a drawer of the nightstands on one side of the bed and pulled out a box, smiling as she handed me one, "Nathan won't miss one." As she put the box away, I started to open the small square, but like always, she snatched it from my hands and ripped it open with her teeth. She pulled out the rubber sheath and slowly rolled it onto my shaft, placing a light kiss on the head after it was fully on.
By now, I was near ready to burst right then and there. "Hales…I need you now…" I whispered hoarsely. She smiled as she wrapped her arms around my neck and pulled me down with her as she laid back on the bed. Her lips met mine and she sucked on my lower lip for a few seconds before murmuring into my ear, "Make love to me Lucas." I didn't need to be told twice. I quickly entered her and began thrusting as she met me with equal force. Our bodies became one as they had so many times before and we melded together, the sweat sticking our skin, our eyes locked on each other as we moved to our own rhythm. Then suddenly a phone could be heard ringing in the room. We both froze.
I've got somewhere else to be
Promises to keep
Someone else who loves me
And trusts me fast asleep
"Don't answer that," Haley mumbled as she began to move against me once more. I knew that ring; it was so distinct that it could only mean one person…Brooke. She was probably wondering where I was. "Luke…come on…I'm almost there…" Haley mumbled as she began to move faster, causing me to break from my thoughts of Brooke. I began to push again and soon we hit both of our peaks at the same time, both of us calling out each other's names as we climaxed together. After a few more minutes of slow thrusts, I finally collapsed on top of her then rolled off to the side, pulling out of her. I leaned over and kissed her forehead as she closed her eyes, knowing what was coming next. "I've gotta go," I said quietly as I stood from the bed, walking around the room as I gathered my clothes and put them on. We went back into our routine as we always did after we had sex. She handed me a plastic grocery bag and I put the used condom in it while she pulled the sheets from the bed and threw them in the washer, remaking the bed with a set of dark maroon silk sheets. I turned my head away from the sight, knowing what would happen later on that night. I shut my eyes tightly as I felt the tears well behind my eyes. I knew I shouldn't feel this way. I had a beautiful girlfriend waiting at home for me. One that was trusting me to be there for her and not betray her like I did last time. But here I was again. I stopped Haley from her cleaning and wrapped my arms around her waist, kissing her softly on the lips before releasing her, "I'll see you later." She nodded silently with a frown on her face and with that, I quietly left the apartment without another word.
I've made up my mind
There is no turning back
She's been good to me
And she deserves better than that
"Where have you been," a voice asked angrily as Lucas entered the dark apartment. I jumped, startled, "Jesus Brooke! What are you doing sitting around in the dark?" "Waiting for you," she responded as she stood up and crossed her arms over her chest, "Where were you?" "I was at the shop. A guy came in last minute needing his fan belt and brake lines fixed by tomorrow morning so I stayed late to finish the job. I'm sorry I didn't call you," I took a few steps towards her and tentatively ran my hand up and down her arm. "I called you four times, Lucas, and you didn't even answer one of them," she spouted as she pulled away then looked up at me with tears and vulnerability shining from her eyes, "Is there something going on? Are-Are you cheating on me again?" "No Brooke, I'm not cheating on you," I flinched inwardly at the lie, "I was at the shop, you know how the machines are really loud in there. I love you Brooke." I stepped forward again and gently caressed her cheek and it appeared that my words seemed to reassure her for she leaned her cheek into my hand then took it and kissed my palm. "I'm sorry," she whispered, "for doubting you." I nodded silently in response as I wrapped my arms around her. She curled her arms around my waist and held me tight, her face buried in my chest. I could feel wetness starting to seep through my thin shirt that I wore and my heart broke for what I was doing to her. She had every right to doubt me after what I had done to her with Peyton, but she had decided to let me back into her heart, try to trust me once more. And here I was, doing it all over again, only with her other best friend.
