Rachel Gatina and Brooke Davis were in the gym for cheerleading practice.

"He thinks he can just walk back into my life just like that.. I hate it!" Rachel said frowning. She was talking about Eric Gatina, her brother. The same Eric that had left to boarding school 2 years ago.

Brooke looked at her and sighed "Rach, its gonna be OK. Besides the two of you used to be so close, just give him a chance" she said softly.

"OK. I'll try".

They were halfway through their routine when they heard a few voices. Nathan and Lucas Scott walked in with Eric Gatina following close by for basketball practice.

Nathan stopped dead in his tracks "damn" he said with a grin when he saw the girls, but what-or who- really caught his attention was Rachel Gatina, fortunately Eric never noticed this.

Rachel nudged Brooke "We've got male" she said with a grin.

Brooke raised an eyebrow and looked around to see what she was talking about "what the hell!?" she said walking to the guys "the gym is ours righ-" she stopped mid sentence when Rachel grabbed her arm "Chill Brooke, it was probably a mistake" she said and glanced at Nathan "besides it might be fun".

Brooke sighed "Fine" she said, Brooke usually didn't have a problem with boys but when it came to cheerleading she was serious. She knew that the one thing that would take away the girls' attention was boys, especially these boys.

Peyton Sawyer ran into the gym and watched the girls finish off the first routine. Rachel walked over to her and gave her a pat on the back "You're screwed bitch" she said and skipped out the door to get a drink. Peyton went over to Brooke who looked annoyed

"Sorry I'm late".

"This is the third time this week!"

"I know sorry" Peyton said pouting a bit

Brooke sighed "You're so lucky your one of my best friends"

Nathan saw Rachel going out of the gym. He looked at the guys "Lets take a quick break" he said and ran out of the gym himself. "Hey" he said when he caught up to Rachel who was walking over to the vending machine. Nathan knew by the look on her face that she wasn't so happy. He knew it was probably because of Eric.

Rachel pushed her hair behind her shoulder "Hey Scott" she said picking up her water.

"So how is everything?"

"By everything, do you mean Eric?" Rachel asked laughing a bit.

"You two talking about me?" Rachel and Nathan turned around to see Eric walking up to them.

"Hey man" Nathan said with a smile as the two bumped fists. Nathan cleared his throat not liking the awkward silence "Hey.. I'm gonna go back, see you in a few?" he said. The two nodded and Nathan left.

Eric turned to Rachel who suddenly seemed to be interested in observing the floor. Eric grinned "Rach, can you at least look at me? I mean you ain't getting your present if-"

Rachels head shot up right away and she couldn't help but smile "You got me something?" she said as Eric laughed. She rolled her eyes knowing he just said it to get her attention "You suck" she said while laughing a bit. She looked back up at him "As much as I hate to admit it I missed you, you loser"

Eric smiled "Heres the sister I know and love" he said as he pulled her into a hug.

"NATHAN!" Rachel screamed poking his ear with her pencil. The two of them were doing their English homework together the next day at Nathans house and Nathan had his head down in his arms about to fall asleep.

Nathan lightly pushed her away "This is boring" he groaned "Wake me up when your done".

Rachel put on a mischief grin and got up from the bed she walked over to him "You know what? Your right. Lets go do something fun" she said taking his hand and leading him out of the room.

Nathans smile grew wider when they entered the room with the pool.

"You coming or what?" Rachel said with a smile.

Nathan shook his head and laughed jumping in after her. He looked at her and knew he had to make a move soon. Rachel was still laughing and decided to splash him. Nathan got pulled away from his thoughts when he got splashed "Oh thats it! Bring it on" he said grabbing Rachels waist. Rachel squealed trying to get away. Nathan lightly pushed her against the wall. Rachel stopped laughing only noticing then how close their faces were. Nathan leaned in and gave her a soft kiss on the lips and Rachel wrapped her arms around his neck kissing him back.

"Whats going on?"

Nathan and Rachel pulled away and stared at the person in shock.

A/N: So my first fanfic. Please review and I'll post up the next chapter.