Today is the day. Nathan Scott and Haley James tie the knot today. We've been watching them for the passed week, and from outside appearances, their sudden wedding appears to be legitimate. We have our sources saying the two appear to be happy and in love. We're still skeptical. Only time will tell. But until then, we wish them a perfect wedding day.

"Hey, mom. I don't know if you can hear me or not. I'd like to think you can." Nathan began while taking a seat next to his mom's bedside. "Anyway, I just wanted you to know that today is the day. Haley and I are getting married. You got what you have wanted ever since we were babies. And don't try denying anything. I know you and Lydia always wished for this-and not for the sake of the company either. You know, even though it's not a real genuine, marriage, I wish you were awake for a lot of reasons. For one, I may have been able to convince you of amending this provision. Haley and I both could have tried talking some sense into you. For a second reason, if we couldn't change your mind, I could still really use your advice. This isn't who I am. I'm not the guy who settles down. To be honest, it terrifies me. I don't know what I'm supposed to do. I don't know how to be a husband or a father. By the way, thanks for that one again. For a third reason, Haley could have really used you today. Both her mom and dad died. Yeah, dad died, but at least I still have some hope with you-even if it's fading day by day. She could use a mother figure for this. She's not dealing with everything very well. She puts on this fake facade, but I can see straight through it. I don't know what to say to her to make her feel better. Aunt Karen and Brooke have really been there for her. They're helping her in a way I can't. I also wanted you to know that I gave Haley grandma's ring. She's incredibly grateful. It fits her perfectly." Nathan said while taking a moment.

"Good morning, Nathan. How's she doing today?" A nurse asked walking into the hospital room.

"She's the same. How are you doing today, Sheila?" Nathan asked politely. He enjoyed all of the nurses and doctors at Tree Hill Memorial, but he enjoyed Sheila the most. She was in her late forties. She was incredibly sweet and caring. She was always bringing him snacks and drinks. They always talked with one another. In fact, she was the nurse who was working the day he came in here and yelled at his mom after finding out about the will. She sat down with him as he explained everything. She sat there quietly and let him rant. After he was finished, he asked her what she thought. She said she couldn't give him any advice, but she said that there's always a reason for everything.

"I'm wonderful. So, today's the day." She stated.

"Yup." He said.

"Are you ready?" She asked.

"As ready as I'll ever be." He stated.

"You know, I still have never met this girl." She commented.

"What-you haven't watched the television recently? Our faces have been plastered all over it these passed few weeks." He said.

"Oh, honey, I don't pay attention to that stuff. When I get off work, I go home straight to my husband." She said.

"Do you have any children, Sheila?" He asked.

"Nope. I was never able to have any children. My husband and I tried for years. The doctors told us it was highly unlikely that we would ever get pregnant. We eventually decided it wasn't meant to be and gave up." She answered.

"I'm sorry." He apologized sympathetically.

"It's okay. It's a good thing I love my husband with everything I have. He's enough for me." She said as he smiled at her. "So, do I get to meet this girl?" She continued.

"Well, you're more than welcome to come to the wedding. You can bring your husband. I'm sure you two could use a night away from home. Come dance, eat, drink, and have a good time." He offered.

"I might just take you up on that offer. My husband and I were talking about going out for dinner, but I think this could prove to be more fun." She said.

"Okay, well, I guess I better get going. I don't want to be late to my own wedding." He deadpanned while standing up and reaching over to kiss his mom on the forehead. He smiled at Sheila before leaving the hospital.


Haley hesitantly walked through the door. She froze for a moment before walking further into the room until she was standing right next to the bed. "Hey, Deb. I know I haven't been by to visit at all, and I'm sorry. I just couldn't come in here. It made me think about my parents. I mean, it still makes me think about my parents, but it's a little less painful. I came here today to tell you thank you for the ring. It's gorgeous, and I feel very honored. A part of me still thinks Nathan should save it for the girl he will really love, but he insisted that I take it. I know he wishes you could be here today at the wedding. I wish my parents and you and Dan could all be here. Of course, I'd be yelling at and cursing all of you for doing this to us, but it still would have been nice for our whole family to be together. You know, I could really use my mom today. And I could really use you right now, too. You've always been like a second mother to me. I don't know how to do this-any of it. I just, I feel really terrified. That's why you need to wake up. I need you. Nathan needs you. We both need you." She said placing her hand over Deb's.

"Hello." A nurse said walking into the room causing Haley to turn around startled. "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to scare you. I was just doing rounds, and I saw you standing in here. I'm Sheila." The nurse stated sticking out her hand.

"Hi, I'm Haley." Haley said politely shaking the woman's hand.

"Oh, so you're Haley." She said smiling as Haley looked at her confused. "You're a very beautiful young woman. Nathan's a lucky guy."

"Thanks." Haley said uncomfortably.

"Oh, honey, you don't have to act so shy. Nathan told me about your parent's will." Sheila said.

"Nathan told you?" Haley asked surprised.

"Yes. That sweet boy was in here one day yelling at his poor mother. I think he just needed someone to vent to about everything. How are you holding up?" Sheila asked.

"I'm fine. Okay, that's a lie. I'm nervous and terrified and sad and a whole bunch of other emotions." Haley answered.

"Are you at all excited or happy?" Sheila asked.

"In a way, I am. But more for the wedding not the marriage. That part is overwhelming." Haley stated.

"Look, I'm not going to stand here and try to convince you that this marriage is the right thing to do or anything like that. I don't know you, and I didn't know your parents. But I feel like I kind of know Nathan. He's a good man. And believe me when he's just as terrified and nervous as you are. I'm going to give you the same advice I gave him awhile ago-just live for the moment. Don't think about the future. Think about right now and focus on that. And just remember there's a reason for everything. Good luck today." Sheila said before leaving the room as Haley contemplated what she said.


Haley stared at herself in the mirror. She looked down to her left hand and saw the ring. She twirled it around her finger before following her line of sight back up to her face. "Hales, it's time." Brooke said breaking her thoughts. Haley smiled before stepping away from the mirror. "I'm ready." She said with certainty.

"You look beautiful." Brooke said hugging her gently.

"Thanks, so do you." Haley returned. The music cued and Brooke began her walk down the aisle as Pachelbel's Canon in D major played. Brooke winked at Lucas before looking at Nathan. She could see the nerves radiating off of him. The bridal march began and the doors swung open as Haley began her decent down the aisle. Nathan couldn't help but be caught off gaurd. She looked amazing. Words couldn't truly describe the way she looked. It was more than just her beauty-she was glowing, and she looked pure and innocent. She looked up and caught his gaze. She smiled softly at him as he returned the smile. Before they realized it, she was standing right beside him. She handed Brooke her flowers as Nathan took her hand and led her up the alter as everyone took a seat.

"Greetings all-friends and family. We are gathered here today to celebrate that the lives of Nathan Scott and Haley James, will be joined in marriage. Up to this point their love has been nurtured privately. In many ways, that deepest connection is private and between them alone, but today, the promise of that bond is made public. This is the time that you have chosen to become husband and wife. We are here not only to witness your commitment to each other, but to wish you every happiness in your future life together. Marriage is founded on sincerity and understanding which leads to tolerance, confidence and trust. We believe that those qualities which have attracted you both to each other, can be best developed during a life spent together. As individuals, you have each had a unique and life-shaping past, and now you willingly choose to set aside the solitary exploration of your individual lives to discover who you are in the presence of one another. The contract of marriage is most solemn and is not to be entered into lightly, but thoughtfully and seriously with a deep realization of its obligations and responsibilities. No other human ties are more tender and no other vows more important than those you are about to pledge." The minister began. Nathan couldn't help but run his left hand down Haley's right arm until he reached her hand and interlaced his with hers. "Please turn to one another and join hands. We shall now recite your vows." Nathan and Haley turned to one another joining their other hands together.

"Do you, Nathan, offer yourself wholly and joyfully, and do you choose Haley as the person with whom you will share your life, in laughter and in tears, in conflict and tranquility, loving what you know of her, and trusting what you do not know yet?" The minister asked.

"I do." Nathan answered smiling at Haley.

"Do you, Haley, offer yourself wholly and joyfully, and do you choose Nathan as the person with whom you will share your life, in laughter and in tears, in conflict and tranquility, loving what you know of her, and trusting what you do not know yet?" The minister asked.

"I do." Haley answered returning the smile.

"From the earliest times, the circle has been a symbol of completeness, a symbol of committed love. An unbroken and never ending circle symbolizes a commitment of love that is also never ending. As often as either of you looks at this symbol, I hope that you will be reminded of the commitment to love each other, which you have made today. Nathan." The minister
said.

"I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and faithfulness. As I place it on your finger, I commit my heart and soul to you. I ask you to wear this ring as a reminder of the vows we have spoken today, our wedding day." Nathan said sliding the band onto Haley's finger.

"Haley." The minister said.

"I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and faithfulness. As I place it on your finger, I commit my heart and soul to you. I ask you to wear this ring as a reminder of the vows we have spoken today, our wedding day." Haley said sliding the band onto Nathan's finger.

"You have declared before all of us that you will live together in marriage. You have made special promises to each other, which have been symbolized by the joining of hands, taking of vows and the giving and receiving of two ring's. May you strive all your lives to meet this commitment with the same love and devotion you now possess. For love is truly the greatest gift we are given to share. Delight in each other's company and never take each other for granted. By the authority vested in me as a minister in the state of North Carolina, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss your bride." The minister declared. Nathan and Haley looked at each other hesitantly before leaning in slowly. Their lips met in a simple chaste kiss as all the guests cheered. They broke apart and softly smiled at one another before walking down the aisle.


"Ladies and gentlemen, please help me in welcoming Nathan and Haley Scott to the dancefloor for their first dance as husband and wife." The DJ announced as everyone clapped. Nathan led Haley to the floor as More Than Anyone by Gavin Degraw sounded through the speakers. Haley wrapped her arms around Nathan's neck as his arms wrapped around her waist and they began to sway to the music. "Are you okay?" He whispered into her ear.

"Yeah. You?" She asked.

"Yeah. Is this the wedding you've always dreamed of?" He asked.

"It is, except for the most important part-my groom." She answered quietly.

"Ouch, that kind of stung." He said.

"I'm sorry, Nathan, I..."

"I'm joking. I know I'm not the one you wanted to marry. I feel the same way. In five years, maybe you'll be able to find your perfect groom." He said.

"I doubt it. I'm going to be a single mother raising a baby alone at that point." She commented sadly.

"Hey, you won't be raising that baby alone. Even when we're not together anymore, I'll be there. I won't let you go through that all by yourself. And you will find someone." He said. She didn't say anything. "Hey, look at me." He said as she did. "You're going to fall in love someday and find someone who loves you back the same way." He continued. She nodded and smiled slightly at him.

"I never did ask you how your bachelor party went." She said changing the subject.

"It was fine." He said vaguely.

"Fine. That's all you have to say-fine. Did you have fun?" She asked.

"Yeah, I just went to a couple bars with Lucas and some other friends. We played some pool and just did what guys do." He answered.

"Did you meet any women?" She asked not sure if she wanted to know the answer or not.

"What? No, of course not. I wouldn't do that to you." He said.

"It's not like you technically would be cheating on me." She said.

"No, but we are married now. It is cheating. Besides, the will was very specific about that. If either of us is caught cheating we lose the company. I won't risk the company just for a piece of ass." He said.

"How charming." She commented.

"I am charming, Hales." He said as the song ended. "This is just the beginning." He whispered before kissing her on the cheek.


"I love it here. It's so beautiful and peaceful." Haley commented as she and Nathan were lounging on some chairs along a beach in Maui.

"It is nice and quiet." He agreed.

"Thanks for this. I needed to get away." She stated.

"I know, we both did. So, do you have anything specific planned while we're here? Or do you just plan on laying out in the sun the whole vacation?" He asked.

"I plan on laying out in the sun the whole vacation. Why? Did you have something in mind?" She asked.

"Yeah, I was thinking we should go snorkling." He suggested.

"That sounds like fun. Oh, there's this program at the Sea Life Park where you can swim with dolphins. I've always wanted to do that!" She exclaimed.

"Okay, we can do that as well. You want to go now?" He suggested as she nodded. They both quickly stood up from their chairs racing away.

They arrived back to their hotel late that night. "That was so much fun! Dolphins are officially my new favorite animals!" Haley exclaimed as they entered their room.

"Yeah, it was fun. But now, we need to get some rest, because I have a surprise for you tomorrow." Nathan said.

"What is it?" She asked curiously.

"I just told you it's a surprise meaning I can't tell you." He said.

"Please, Nathan, you know how much I hate surprises." She whined.

"Oh, I know. And I'm kind of enjoying this right now." He laughed.

"You're a jerk, you know that." She stated.

"I know, but I'm still not telling you." He said.

"Fine. I'm gonna go take a shower." She said heading towards the bathroom.

"Want some company?" He called out and chuckled when she flipped him off before slamming the door shut behind her.


"Nathan, what are we doing here?" Haley asked when they arrived at their destination. She looked at him as he smiled widely at her. Her eyes widened and she shook her head vigorously. "Oh, hell no. You seriously don't think I'm going to be doing that." She exclaimed.

"Come on, Praley. It'll be so much fun. I've always wanted to do this." He urged.

"Fun? Yeah, I don't think jumping head first and plunging to my death is fun." She scoffed.

"It's not even that dangerous." He stated as she cocked an eyebrow at him. "Okay, there is some risk to it, but there's risk to everything in life. Come on, Haley, please. After, you'll feel so exhilerating. Please, I did what you wanted to do." He said.

"What I wanted to do was swimming with dolphins. What you want to do is jump off the side of a cliff. I would hardly say there's an even deal to that." She stated.

"Please. Just try it. If we get to the top and you decide you don't want to, we can come back down." He suggested. He saw the hesitation still in her eyes. "Haley, I'm going to be celebate for the next five damn years. You could at least do this one little thing for me!" He yelled as she burst out in laughter. "That is true. I know what a sacrifice that is to you. Okay, we can do it." She said weakly.

"Are you serious?" He asked.

"Don't make me say it again. Because if I have to think about it some more, I'm going to once again realize how stupid and careless this is. And I'm going to change my mind." She ranted. He quickly grabbed her hand and led her to the top where everyone else was waiting. As they were waiting in line, one of the workers set up their equipment. Nathan looked over to Haley. He watched her face as she watched all of the other people jumping. Her face paled as her body began shaking. "I think your girlfriend is close to losing it." A voice sounded causing Nathan to look away from her. He noticed one of the female workers talking to him. "What?" He asked.

"Your girlfriend-she's close to losing it." She repeated pointing to Haley.

"Yeah, this isn't her thing. And she's my wife, not my girlfriend." He corrected.

"Oh, sorry. Honeymoon?" She deduced as he nodded. "Well, you're up." She said.

"Haley." He called as she looked over to him. "It's our turn." He said with a big smile.

"Already?" She asked.

"Yup, let's go." He said taking her hand and pulling her with him. They were standing on the edge while the workers finished hooking their harnesses together. "You okay?" He asked.

"No, I don't think I can do this, Nathan." She admitted.

"You can, Hales. You're going to be fine." He reassured as she nodded. Before he could say anything else, she threw her arms around him clinging to him tightly. "Do you plan on doing this the whole time?" He asked.

"Yup." She answered without breaking contact or looking at him causing him to laugh.

"Ready when you are." The worker shouted.

"Okay, I'm going to jump on the count of three, okay. Just keep you eyes closed and hold on tight. 1, 2, 3!" He yelled before jumping off the ledge as Haley let out a loud scream.


"That wasn't so bad, was it?" Nathan asked as the two of them were eating dinner at Lahaina Grill.

"It wasn't that bad, but I will never do it again for as long as I live." She declared.

"Yeah, I don't recommend it for you either. You about strangled me with your death grip. Not to mention, I about went deaf with your loud screaming into my ear." He said.

"Hey, I told you I didn't want to do it. So, you have to deal with the outcomes." She retorted.

"True. That was totally awesome, though." He said.

"I can't believe you've never done that before now." She said.

"I almost did it three years ago. A bunch of my friends and I went on Spring Break in Florida. We were all set to do it. But when we got to the top, my girlfriend freaked out and refused to go through with it. I took her back down to the bottom. She told me she wanted to go back to the hotel, so I took her." He answered.

"That sucks." She said.

"Yeah, it did." He commented.

"So, you had a girlfriend. Like an actual committed relationship?" She asked skeptically.

"Yes. Her name was Rachel. We went to Duke together, and we were together for over a year." He answered.

"Wow, what happened?" She questioned.

"Nothing really. She decided she wasn't into the relationship anymore and ended it. No big deal." He said focusing his attention back to his plate of food.

"Oh my gosh. You actually loved her-like in love with her." She stated surprised.

"What? No, I didn't." He scoffed.

"Yes, you did. You were in love with her." She said.

"I didn't love her. I'll admit I cared a great deal for her and could have loved her, but she ended it before it got that far." He stated.

"I'm sorry, Nathan." She said sympathetically. She saw something in his eyes she had never seen before. She saw the vulnerability and sincerity in them. It was clear, this girl meant a great deal to him. He was still affected by what she did to him.

"No big deal. It's over and done with." He dismissed the subject as Haley nodded in understanding. "So, what about you? Any boyfriends back in California?" He asked.

"Nothing serious. I dated a guy for about six months, but it didn't work out." She said.

"Why?" He prodded.

"It just didn't." She said.

"Let me guess, you wouldn't put out so he dumped you. He realized how much of a prude you truly are and decided to find a girl who would actually give him what he needs." He laughed smugly. Haley didn't say anything to his response. She just stood up and walked away leaving Nathan sitting there confused and feeling slightly guilty.


Nathan and Haley had just arrived back to Tree Hill. After what happened in the restaurant back in Maui, Haley refused to speak with Nathan the rest of their vacation. She went off on her own and anytime he attempted to talk to her, she ignored him or walked away. They were currently driving back home, and she was still ignoring him. She noticed him turning the opposite direction of their house. "Where the hell are you going, Nathan?" She asked finally breaking the silence.

"Oh, so you're talking to me now?" He retorted.

"Cut the crap, Nathan. Where the hell are we going?" She asked angrily.

"I have a surprise for you." He said.

"Nathan, I'm tired and want to go home. The last time I got a surprise from you, it consisted of risking my life. Excuse me, but I don't want to deal with that again. Please just take me home." She stated annoyed.

"Not until I show you what I need to show you. So, sit back, shut up, and relax." He said sternly. She rolled her eyes and turned her head to look out of her passenger side window. "Listen, Haley, I'm sorry for what I said. I was just joking, and I didn't think you would take it so seriously. I shouldn't have said anything."

"No, you shouldn't have. You don't know anything that happened, and you don't know a damn thing about me. So, in the future, why don't you just keep your snide little comments to yourself." She retorted angrily surprising Nathan by her outburst. He noticed they were approaching their destination. He pulled the SUV off to the side of the road before turning to her. "Okay, you're right. I'm sorry. But I need you to do something for me." He said handing her a blindfold. "I need you to put this on. Please, Haley, just trust me this one time. I promise you will like this surprise. Please." He pleaded. She looked at him before rolling her eyes and taking the blindfold and putting it on. "See, that wasn't so hard." He commented.

"Whatever, let's get this over with." She scoffed. He laughed and pulled the SUV back onto the road and drove a couple minutes before turning onto a side road. He drove another couple of minutes before stopping the vehicle completely. He jumped out and opened the passenger side door and helped Haley out of it. He led her to where he wanted her to go. He untied the blindfold and watched her face as it fell away. Her eyes went wide and immediately teared up. "What did you do, Nathan?" She asked quietly. She couldn't believe she was staring at it-it was her dream house in the exact location she was planning on building it.

"Brooke told me about your house plans. I hired some workers who readily accepted the challege of building it in a week after I showed them the amount I would pay. Everything is exactly as you designed it, except the interior decorating. I wasn't sure how you wanted that done, and I assumed it was something you would want to do yourself anyway. Consider it an apolo..." He was cut off as she threw her arms around him. He was caught off gaurd before returning the embrace by slipping his arms around her waist. "Thank you, Nathan. I can't believe you did this." She said softly.

"You shouldn't have to give up your dream, Hales." He stated softly. She pulled out of the embrace to look at him. "But what about you? I don't want you to give up your home because of me." She said.

"I'm not. My parent's house isn't going anywhere. Actually, here's some more good news. There was some activity with my mom while we were in Hawaii. She's still in a coma, and it just occurred the one time, but still it's something." He said.

"Nathan, that's amazing!" She exclaimed.

"Yeah, well, I've hired a full time nursing staff for home care. They're transferring her home. I asked the doctor if that was possible. I just want to get her out of that hospital. They said absolutely with the right care. So, technically, my mom is going to be living there. Our whole staff is there to take care of the housework and stuff. We can bring a few workers over to this house if you want." He suggested.

"No, I don't want any help. The house isn't very big. It's nothing I can't manage on my own. It's my house, and I want to take care of it myself." She quickly intervened.

"You want to check it out?" He asked.

"Yes!" She exclaimed running up the walkway. He couldn't help but smile at her enthusiasm and excitement. "Hurry up, Nathan!" She called. Once he caught up with her, he took the key out of his pocket and unlocked the door. She ended up giving him a tour considering she was the one who designed it. She showed him the kitchen, the dining room, the living room, the laundry room, the family room, and the sunroom before leading him up the stairs. There was the master bedroom, a guest bedroom, and another bedroom along with a small loft opened to the family room downstairs. "This is going to be so amazing once I've finished the decorating! I have to call Brooke in the morning!" Haley gushed as they finished their tour in the master bedroom.

"Hey, I was thinking I could take the guest bedroom. The will just states that we have to live in the same house. It doesn't specify that we must share the same bedroom." Nathan said.

"Oh, okay. Are you sure?" She asked.

"Yeah, it's technically your house. You should have this bedroom." He stated.

"Nathan, I want you to think of it as your house, too. We'll be here together for the next five years. It's as much yours as it is mine. And I'll pay you for whatever it cost you to have this built so quickly." She said.

"No, Haley, you won't pay me a dime. Consider it a wedding present." He jumped in.

"I still can't believe you did this. Nathan, you have no idea how much this means to me. Thank you so much." She said as she once again threw her arms around him hugging him tightly.

"You're welcome." He said as he hugged her back. He smiled as he tightened his hold around her as well.

Okay, there you go. This wasn't my favorite chapter. I don't hate it, but it was just kind of a filler. There was just a couple important parts that needed to be mentioned. Also to let you guys know, the next chapter will be skipping ahead a few months as well as the chapter after that. Again, thanks for your wonderful reviews and for following this story. I was really excited to start writing it. My favorite stories are ones consisting of arranged marriages, and I thought it would be fun to write one. I'm also always open to ideas for my stories. I already have an idea of where I'm going to take this story, but if someone has any ideas or suggestion, I will see what I can do to incorporate them into my own ideas. Anyway, I'll have another chapter up soon. Until then!