Complicated

Chapter 1

(Only you're parents would transfer you miles away at the start of senior year.) Peyton Sawyer said. Wrapping her arm around her best and oldest friend.

(I'm excited to be back. I was heartbroken when I left years ago. )

(Now the two of us are back together. I'm looking forward to catching up with everyone. And starting over here in Tree Hill.) Brooke said. Smiling up at her.

(Now tell me everything that's been going on with you. I need details on this boy named Jake. We've talked about him for a few hours but I'm fascinated. A beautiful little girl, a bitchy baby momma. The girl talk needed is endless.) Brooke said. Gazing over at her.

The two teens were sitting on the bridge. A hidden area in town where they had a countless share of personal talks.

(We'll get there. But I have to update you on some things. Nathan and Haley are married. And Karen 's cafe has become a staple in town I'm sure you heard about it almost closing.?) Peyton asked.

(No I don't know what went on here when I was away. My parents cut off all my ties to here. Why did Karen's almost shut down.?) Brooke asked.

(It wasn't only that Karen and Lucas almost moved out of town all together. The reason behind it is something you aren't expecting.) Peyton said. Putting her hand on Brooke 's.

(Keith died. He was killed by Dan.) Peyton said. Blinking back tears.

(Why.? How did Karen and Lucas handle it.?) Brooke asked.

Wiping her eyes. This ache of pain in her chest beginning to rise.

(Karen along with the rest of us was shocked and heartbroken. Lucas.) Peyton said. Taking a breath.

(He changed we were 14 and Keith was a father to him. It was as if something broke inside him after the funeral he usher Karen away, then the rest of us. He started failing in school and honestly was really really lost for the set couple of years Nathan and Haley were able to get through to him and because of that he began to let us back into his life and managed to get back on track with school. But he's not the same I just wanted you to be prepared for when you do run into him.) Peyton said.

(Thanks for the heads up. I'll keep that in mind when I see him.) Brooke said. As she carefully got up. Taking Peyton 's hand in hers.

(I'm craving lunch from Karen's. What do you think.?) Brooke asked.

(I'm in and I'm paying get whatever you want.) Peyton said.

(New York was great but it's nothing compared to Tree Hill. And having my best friend P Sawyer in my life. I've missed you.) Brooke said. Leaning over hugging her.

(I've missed you even more B Davis.) Peyton said. Hugging her back.

The two separating minutes later. They linked arms as they walked over and got into Peyton 's car.

Peyton started the car and began to drive around town in the direction of Karen's cafe.

Brooke messed with the radio and danced along to the song. Picked out on the chosen station.

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Sometime Later

The two young young women left the cafe. Going their separate ways. Promising to hang out very soon.

Brooke turned off her phone and couldn't stop the smile that came across her face. She was planning to enjoy her walk around town without interruption.

She missed Tree Hill this town was home to her it felt right being back and she looked forward to seeing what was next for her. Fashion had always been a passion of hers. Having handfuls of notebooks full of sketches of her designs. Her plan was to finish out senior year then head to fashion school. On her way to creating a fashion line of her own.

Nothing and no one would get in the way of that.

The sound of a basketball hitting the sidewalk multiple times. Paired with the echoing of multiple voices sent her focus up.

(Lucas Scott. It's been so long. How are you.?) Brooke asked. Looking up at him.

(I'm okay. What are you doing here.? I thought you lived in New York.?) Lucas asked.

(I did I just moved back a few days ago after months of trying to convince my parents to send me here. I'm going to be spending senior year with everyone. Which is what I'm looking forward to the most. So how's life these days last time we were around each other. You were all about basketball and cars. I was into shopping and cheerleading. And breaking every rule out there. I'm still fun but my priorities are different now. What about you.?) She asked. Looking into his blue eyes. Suddenly feeling this wall come up between them.

(None of that is apart of who I am these days. I got diagnosed with HCM last year so basketball is out and cars are not something I care about anymore.) Lucas said.

(I heard about Keith. Luke I'm really sorry. I know how much you loved him how close you two were. Losing him. I just wish I would of known. Now I get it. Why you're letters stopped.) Brooke said. Attempting to reach out to him.

He pulled away. Looking back at her.

(I'm not doing this going down memory lane. Because it changes nothing. Keith is gone and we are just forced to move on. I wonder who told you.! Peyton, Nathan, Haley. I'm not the guy you remember. If living in the past is all your concerned about. Then maybe you and I need to keep our distance from each other.) Lucas said.

(Lucas it doesn't matter who told me. What is important is that I know now and I'm not going anywhere we can get through this together.) Brooke said.

(There is nothing to work through this is who I am now. If you can't handle it. Stay out of my life.) Lucas said. Turning from her as he walked away.

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