I like Chapter 7, honestly. I don`t know why actually, but I just do :) I mean, Naley, Tree Hill, Brooke... Something is gonna happen in Chapter 8 ;)

I have no time to check out my mistakes, sorry.

We touched Lindsey`s topic. Yeah, we`ll Lindsey\Lucas (spoiler, whatever), but I wanna see her in a good shape, so no catfights between B Davis and blonde editor. She`s gonna be a good note. I mean, fights will find their place, but not between girls ;)

Thanks dianehermans, robinscorpiofan, bjq, craxygirl54, arubagirl0926, XHush-HushX. So sweet, I can`t find words to describe how grateful I am! (And you`re all so smart, or it`s me who is so predictable.) I hope you`ll like it =)


Chapter 7

"How are you feeling?" Rachel went to the bathroom. Brooke was sitting on her knees before the toilet, holding with her right her hair so she wouldn`t made them dirty. Her "well-know" morning sickness started about 4 days ago, and every Rachel`s morning began with disgusting sounds behind bathroom door. And Brooke became a little bitchy sometimes, but Rachel knew that all this is more about the upcoming trip and the possible troubles, but her condition only added oil to the fire.

"I`m almost 2 months pregnant. What do you think?" Brooke snapped, getting up. She flushed the toilet and walked to the sink. She took the scrunchy and fastened her long chocolate hair. "Uuurrrghh, where's my toothbrush?" She began to go randomly through all the accessories on the shelf, trying to find the right thing.

"Brooke, it`s directly in front of you," the redhead said. Davis breathed noisily through her clenched teeth and took a toothbrush. "Are you sure you're okay? I can call Millie, and she will book tickets for another date," Brooke mumbled something in reply, while brushing her teeth. "Can you say that again, please, but without toothpaste in your mouth?"

"I'll feel better after a couple of minutes," she said. "I'm just a little... nervous."

"Why?" She filed a towel to Brooke, and the brunette smiled gratefully, wiping her wet face.

"You know, it will be very difficult to hide my condition from everyone in Tree Hill, even a few days. Especially from Haley. I mean, look," she turned sideways and lifted the hem of her shirt, showing her belly, "I can`t hide it!"

"You don`t even have a belly yet, Brooke. Chill," Gatina said. Brooke`s abdomen was a little bulging, but it didn`t scream like "Look, I`m pregnant dammit!", so it won`t cause any problems, even with her thin figure. She always can ware dress or tunic and hid any changes from everyone in Tree Hill. But her morning sickness is something that you just can`t put aside.

"Yeah, but it's growing!"

"Of course, and the flight will make you a fat nine month pregnant woman," Davis's eyes widened. "Okay, I`m taking it back, don`t be mad. Brooke, sooner or later everyone will find out, so it's just a matter of time. I don`t think that Haley will run around Tree Hill and screaming that you're pregnant with ex-boyfriend`s baby. She probably will convince you to tell him the truth and do the right thing. And I fully support her in this. And, of course, Nathan will find about everything, because your Tutor Girl can`t keep secrets from her hot husband, and he`s gonna be one of the initiates. And then our little brother will tell you about happiness of the fatherhood- "

"You`re not making it better," Brooke said.

"Whatever, we still need to pack your stuff, Mommy," Rachel turned to exit, as Brooke began to speak. "Are you sure you don`t want to go with me? I think, Haley won`t be against your company."

"Are you serious?" Gatina looked at her skeptically. "Tree Hill isn`t my place. I'll show my awesome ass only in an emergency. And Haley will remember my attempts to still her husband. So no thanks. Moreover, I need to keep an eye on your company, remember?"

"Victoria will be here tomorrow or so. She took the job under control, even in Boston, so I doubt that I`m able to influence her decisions" Brooke told her.

"Okay, we'll deal with it later, but now we have packing to do," Gatina clapped her hands, "packing, packing, packing!"


Rachel has no desire to stay at the airport for a few more minutes after Brooke`s goodbye and promises to call if something happens. Honestly, Rachel wasn`t supported this idea of visiting Tree Hill, even though she knew perfectly well how Brooke cherish the relationships with Haley and Nathan and her little godson. She remembers how Davis couldn`t find a place because she had missed Jamie's birthday (actually, she was on his first b-day), and was looking for another reason to visit her little blond. And that's fine, of course, but it's the same Tree Hill, and there's sure to be something to happen, because no event in this town can`t be out of the vision of some mystical powers, and gods always are ready to send any test on townspeople`s heads.

Once again, Brooke`s pregnancy. Brooke`s situation won`t be hidden from watchful eyes of attentive Haley, and Brooke can`t find any courage to lie to the young Captain America. She always had a weak spot for her Tutor Girl, and even after 3 years no defensive armor won`t save her from overwhelming emotions.

And for fuck`s sake, Lucas Scott is gonna stay away from the idea to make a surprise visit to his nephew! Rachel, of course, firmly convinced of the reasonableness of thought to tell Scott about his unborn child, but still Brooke can`t accept the fact that she will be a mother soon and she supposed to be grateful for that her former boyfriend. Therefore, everything must happen slowly, so it would be better for Brooke, because the unborn baby's state depends on Davis` emotional condition.

Rachel went to the office «Clothes over Bros», to deal with some of her papers. Brooke thought of them at the last moment, and Gatina promised that she`ll deal with everything. She couldn`t imagine a few years ago, that she would be the right hand of Brooke Davis, who is gonna be the creator of a successful clothing line. Honestly, Gatina didn`t do anything serious in her life ever, and all her attention was focused on alcohol, boys, sex and fun. Not that something has changed, but she became more responsible, serious and… wiser, sometimes. And Brooke Davis is the reason.

"Hey, Millie," she waved her, and Millicent smiled back and straightened her glasses. "I`m here for the papers that Brooke left here."

"Oh, Brooke`s papers are in her cabinet. I can bring them, she locked the office," she suggested.

"Don`t worry, I'll take them myself," Gatina went to the Davis` office, taking from her bag the keys on the run. Brooke made for her spare set of keys a few years ago, God knows why.

She was surprised when she discovered that the door wasn`t locked, but still pushed the door and crossed the threshold.

"I thought you were really-"

"What are you doing here?" Gatina stared at the woman, who was sitting behind Brooke`s desk. Dark brown hair framed a woman's face and her eyes filled with surprised at the sight of Rachel.

"I have the same question to you, Rachel. Where is my daughter?"

"You know that breaking is punishable," she closed the door, not wanting anyone to hear the conversation (and she is sure that it`s gonna be the most unpleasant conversation), and crossed her arms over her chest. "What do you want? I thought you`re in Boston."

"This is my company, too, if you forgot it. And you should turn down the tone, young lady, and talk to me in a more respectful tone. But I`m gonna ask one more time. So where is my daughter? She forgot that she has a work?"

"Yes, the work that you are stealing from her," Rachel hissed without breaking eye contact with Victoria. "And why are you so pleasant about it? Why do you even care? Don`t tell me that your maternal instincts wake up. Oh yeah, I forgot, you're worried only about the state of the company and money."

"Watch your mouth, Gatina," Victoria`s cold tone didn`t scare Rachel. Female voice only made the blood boil in her veins with anger. "She canceled all appointments and meeting for the next week. And you supposed to know where she is now. So enough of these games, I'm not in the mood to play charades."

"She`s out of the city. Do you like my answer?"

"This is so stupid, especially with her condition." Rachel raised her eyebrows in surprise. "Oh, please don`t make your face, Gatina. You thought that I would be the last person on Brooke`s list, who knows about the pregnancy? You underestimate me, girls. Dr. Donovan was very, very pleasant companion." Rachel kept icy calm and didn`t give any chance Victoria`s provocations. In any case, she wouldn`t tell her where Brooke is. If Victoria feels any importance, she should to find her own daughter by herself.

"Whatever. I know that you know where she is, so I have no need in this information," Victoria shrugged. "But you will bring my daughter back." The expression on Rachel`s face didn`t change. "I'm serious, Gatina, you will bring my daughter back in New York, and I don`t care how you`re gonna do it."

"And why should I do what you need?"

"Because Brooke is all you have," Victoria told her. "Let's put two and two together, let's face it. Its stupid joke with the farm boy didn`t end the best way, don`t you think so? I bet that she won`t stay away from him too long. I hate that he`s still Brooke`s weakness. Do you seriously think that she will return to New York when she meets him?" Victoria smirked, seeing the worried expression on redhead`s face.

"And then, you need a job, Rachel. So, if I don`t see my daughter in the next few days, then you can say goodbye to your position in this company," Victoria said, headed out of the office. "You know me, so you better stop joking with me and do what you need to do. You can be sure that you won`t find a place even in a bordello."

"Bitch!" Rachel growled and threw her purse in the closing door.


"Hey, Lindsey," Lucas said as he heard a female voice on the other line. "Where are you?"

"Actually, I made myself go shopping. Why?" She asked.

"Nothing. I just couldn`t find you in your room, and-"

"Oh, are you worried about me? How sweet, Scott," Lindsay laughed. "But that's enough, say what's on your mind, or fake blonde will buy awesome shoes faster than I can buy them. Otherwise you will have to work sooo hard to get my forgiveness. And you know me, Scott, it`s gonna be the most horrible torture of the year."

He chuckled. "Okay, you caught me. Listen, Jamie's birthday in a few days. And we have these meetings and parties. Can we deal with them very, very quickly or cancel them or something else? I don`t want to miss his fourth birthday, you know. He`s gonna be mad at me, and you`ll lose with your the most horrible torture, `cause Jamie can make it even worse."

"Oh, you're such a cutie, Scott," Lindsey sighed and smiled. "But I can`t promise you anything, sorry, Luke. This is your and my job, and we can`t forget about it. I know how much you adore your nephew, but... I'm sorry."

He scratched the back of his neck. "Okay, don`t worry."

"Hey, maybe we can have dinner together?" Lindsay suggested.

"Yeah, why not," he told her.

"Great, see ya."


Brooke took a deep breath and knocked on the door. Was she nervous? Oh yeah, nervous like hell. At first glance, Scott`s new house looked amazing, and she was sure that insides of this places is gonna amaze her. Haley insisted to Brooke stayed with them during her trip. Honestly, Brooke didn`t resist too long, because God knows when she will decide to visit this place again.

The answer didn`t take too much time, and the door opened. She saw a tall man, and couldn`t help but noticed that these years have changed him. His lips stretched into a broad smile. "Brookie!" He quickly hugged her tightly. "I'm glad you're here."

"And hello to you too," Brooke said. "Natie, I need to breathe," she whispered, and Scott immediately released her from the embrace and looked at her apologetically. They still use these childish forms of their names, and it made her heart shrink from painful memories. "I`ve missed you."

"I`ve missed you, too," Nathan told her. "Come in, Hayley`s in the kitchen. I'll take care of your bags," she smiled at him gratefully, and crossed the threshold.

Yes, she was right. Inside the house was a real sweetie. She thinks she could stay here forever. Haley has done a great job with the design of the place, and Brooke couldn`t wait to see her room. Haley said something about a surprise, but she didn`t go into details, wanting to keep the intrigue of her arrival.

"Tutor Wife," Brooke smiled when she saw Haley in the kitchen cookingdomething. She was still the same sweet and cheerful, and beautiful, just long blond hair gave way to short dark curls.

"Tigger!"

"Aunt Brooke!" Before Haley could say something more, a little boy ran into the kitchen and grabbed Davis` leg. "You're here! I told you, Mom, that she`s gonna come! Aunt Brooke wouldn`t miss my B-day! She`s awesome!" Haley walked closer to them and smiled warmly. "I`ve missed you, Aunt Brooke."

"I`ve missed you, little boy," Brooke knelt down and hugged Jamie. He wrapped his little arms around her neck, hugging her even stronger. "You`re so big and grown-up. Hales," she looked at the brunette in front of her and rose to her feet, raising Jamie on her hands, "come here," Haley joined them and hugged Brooke.

"This is a good thing that you came."

"I`m glad, too," Davis said.

"Aunt Brooke."

"Yes, handsome?"

Jamie kissed her cheek and smiled. "Welcome home."


R\R