Chapter 7: Counting the days
The moment the guys came back from their trip, Haley and Brooke were forced to make it seem like that weekend hadn't changed their lives forever. This wasn't an easy task, every time they looked at each other they could see the longing in each other's eyes. But for now, their feelings would have to wait. So they said goodbye to each other and as they give each other a hug Brooke whispers in Haley's ear: "I'll be thinking of you." With that they part ways. Haley goes back inside with her son and her husband and Brooke goes home with Julian. While it was unfortunate that their time together was cut short, they both chose to continue the day with a smile on their face and happy thoughts in mind.
Seconds, minutes, hours and days past. For 5 whole days, Brooke and Haley hadn't been able to be alone for more than 5 minutes. While they were frustrated by that, it had given them a chance to communicate differently. In their separated moments they had sent messages, some by e-mail and some by text message. First it had been quite innocent, but by Saturday the hormones had taken over control.
Sunday evening had been the time of their first conversation via texting. Haley had started by sending "Hi Tigger. I'm sitting on the couch at the moment and images from last night keep coming back to me :-). I can't wait to be in your arms again! Hugs n kisses – H"
Brooke had never been so happy with the existence of cell phones. She made some excuse for her to go to bed early and for Julian to go home. The moment she was by herself she answered, saying: "Hi tutor girl :-). I've been thinking back to last night all day as well. I've never felt more like I was where I should be than when I was holding you close. Want you here with me! B"
From then on their phones had been buzzing practically nonstop. At times they sent messages that were blank. That was their way of letting the other know "You're all I'm thinking off".
Wednesday evening was the moment for a little change in the messages. They had said how much they missed each other and wanted to be together plenty of times. When Haley had texted "Going to bed now. Want you here with me! I'll be dreaming of you! XOX", she unintentionally set in motion some thoughts in Brooke's mind that would take their relationship to another level.
Brooke was never one to let a somewhat ambiguous use of words go unnoticed. She herself was lying in bed when she received the message. Knowing Haley was under the covers with a night gown on, had made her blood flow right to her center. Wanting Haley to know the effects her words had on her, she quickly answered: "I'm right there with you. Just close your eyes and think of me, I'll be doing the same thing. Btw, love what you're wearing and can't wait to take it off :p".
Haley liked what Brooke was doing. Her entire body warmed up. She closed her eyes as she was told and pictured the woman of her dreams in the most beautiful dress. She imagined how they would approach each other and how they'd start kissing. As more images of her and Brooke appeared in her mind, she was slowly falling asleep. Her dreams were filled with scenes between her and Brooke. Sometimes about their time together a few nights back. Sometimes about how next Saturday could go. Sometimes about a random situation where they would end up by their selves. All different scenario's with different conversations. But there was one thing they all had in common, which is that they sexual tension between the two of them was extremely intense and they would always end up making love.
The next morning Haley woke with drops of sweat all over her face. It wasn't that hot this time of the year, but because of the images that had occupied her mind, she was quite turned on. Different parts of different dreams were still lingering in her memory. She smiled to herself, feeling just a bit strange that one of her closest friends over the last 10 years or so, had such a power over her. Suddenly she realized that Nathan was lying next to her. Now she felt guilty for betraying him. They were good together, they really were. Helping each other chase their dreams, raising a son together, being there with understanding and support after so many obstacles. But over the years something had changed. Maybe she was the only one that sensed it, but she knew that what she felt for him wasn't the true and unconditional love she used to feel anymore. It was something more along the line of a really good friendship. A solid partnership, but not a connection between soul mates. She knew she was risking an awful lot by putting her marriage in danger, but what she felt for Brooke and what Brooke seemed to feel for her, felt like something worth taking a risk for.
She got out of bed, knowing she wouldn't be able to sleep with all the thoughts in her head and also a bit concerned for the possibility of her talking in her sleep and having Nathan ask questions. She walked into the kitchen and started looking around for something to eat. Just as she's about to make some toast, her cell buzzes. Lately she hadn't been able to keep more than a room's distance between her and her phone. The text that appeared on her screen showed it was Brooke, saying: "Hi sweetie. I had the hottest dreams last night. I've never wanted them to come true so badly. Oh and btw, you were starring in most of them :p. XOX".
After that text Haley walked over to her computer and started typing. She wanted Brooke to know exactly what kind of dreams she'd been having. She managed to describe it in a sensual but descent way. It took her about 20 minutes and then sent it to Brooke. She was pretty sure of the effect it would have on her and had a huge smile on her face. She then texted Brooke with a simple "You've got mail! Enjoy ;-)." to make sure she would read it as soon as possible.
After this, Haley was in desperate need of some cooling down, so she took a shower. When she got back down she started on breakfast. Not too long after, Nathan and Jamie came down to join her. As often and as subtle as possible, Haley glanced at her cell for an answer from Brooke. She couldn't wait to find out what she had to say. Knowing Brooke, it was probably something that would make it impossible to cool down for quite some time. To Haley's surprise she didn't get an answer until late at night. It said: "You told me yours so I'll show you mine :p. Saturday is gonna rock your world :D. I'll let you know the place to be tomorrow, make sure I get to have you all to myself for as long as possible! I'm longing for your touch! XOX".
Haley didn't answer right away, she smiled at the message and crawled back into bed, ready for another night filled with dreams of her and the love of her life. Saturday was coming soon and she was filled with excitement. Her mind kept drifting off towards their date. Brooke hadn't given anything away. She just knew that it would be a night she'd never forget.
She woke up around 5.30 A.M. The last dream she had was one where she and Brooke ended up in prison together. She could just see in before her eyes and smiled at the thought of the hotness that would come out of it. She had never felt so naughty before, but somehow Brooke brought it out. Even though she wouldn't admit it, she was definitely loving every second of it. She crawled out of bed, not being able to stop smirking. She had a shower, which she had desperately needed like every other day of the past week. At this rate, she wouldn't be able to keep her cool for more than five minutes, when Brooke was actually with her. She then regained her focus and started to work up her alibi for Saturday. She needed something that would keep her away throughout the night and into the morning. Her best thought so far was paying a visit to Lucas. But she had to make sure Nathan wouldn't want to tag along or call to talk to him. She didn't have a lot of time left to complete her story, so she did some major brainstorming while in the shower and afterwards while eating breakfast. Suddenly she realized she had left her phone on her nightstand. As she was trying to be as silent as possible on her way to her bedroom, she suddenly heard Nathan waking up. When she entered the room, he was holding her phone and was about to open the message from Brooke.
"Oh hi Hales," he said when he noticed her at the door. "Brooke just sent you a text, saying "I'll pick you up tomorrow at 7 P.M. We're gonna have so much fun! XOX". What does she mean by that? Do you have plans tomorrow?" Haley cursed herself for being so inattentive and was very relieved that nothing in the text could make Nathan suspicious of the truth about what was happening the next day. "Brooke and I have been wanting to go visit Lucas and Peyton and decided to make a road trip out of it." She said, trying to make the lie as believable as she could muster. "We'll probably stay the night and be back late Sunday afternoon. I hope you're okay with that. We've been wanting to do this for a while and this weekend seemed like good timing. We discussed it last weekend, while you were out camping. I'm sorry I haven't mention it, must have slipped my mind." The look on Nathan's face didn't show any signs of disbelieve. He was even happy to know he was getting some one on one time with his son. Haley quickly let Brooke know that the alibi had been set up and they were good to go. After that the time went by really fast. Both girls were very excited and as Brooke was busy with the last preparations to make their date as perfect as possible, Haley was busy going to the beauty salon and buying the sexiest dress she could find. Soon Saturday started and their moments of true happiness were just around the corner.
So here is the next chapter. I'm sorry for the wait, I hope you think it was worth it. I just wasn't quite sure how to fill the week, but I think it came out okay.
The next chapter will be the big date. I'm really looking forward to it, I hope you all are too. As always, reviews are much appreciated!
Until next time!
