A/N: Okay, so here's Chapter 10. Enjoy!

Disclaimer: Everything belongs to Mark Schwann. Except my ideas of course. :)

Nathan found his way into the kitchen once again. James and Keith were with Lucas and Peyton, because Nathan needed time alone. He just needed to think. He was so consumed his thoughts, he didn't even notice Mouth coming until they had already collided.
He fell to the ground, as did Mouth and merely sat there for a few moments, not completely sure of what had just happened.
Mouth got to his feet and helped Nathan up.
"Hey Nate..." He tried to say but he didn't get to finish.
"Yes I know, I have a dead wife and you feel sorry for me. Story of my life."
"Well, I was going to ask if you were okay, but if that's what you want me to say..." Mouth chuckled.
Nathan sighed, "Sorry Mouth, it's just that's all people talk to me about anymore. I guess it's just easier to be blunt about it."
Mouth nodded understandingly, "I am sorry about Haley, Nathan. And I know what a big part of you she was. But I just figured it was easier for you to not talk about her."
"You're a good guy, Mouth." Nathan grinned, "So, You and Rachel, huh?"
Mouth blushed a bright red.
"Well yeah..."
"Good for you, man. You deserve a girl that loves you." Nathan laughed.
Mouth smiled, "Thanks Nate. That means a lot to me."
"Anytime," Nathan winked.
"Hey you two." Lucas smiled as he walked up from behind Nathan.
"Luke!" Mouth exclaimed, "How've you been?"
"Not too bad," Lucas laughed, "And yourself?"
"Pretty good." Mouth grinned.
"That's good. Hey Mouth, do you mind if I talk to my brother for a minute?" Lucas asked.
"Sure, not a problem. I've got to go find Rachel anyways." Mouth nodded, and then he walked away.

"What's up?" Nathan asked.
"I know we've never really talked about what happened to Haley. Haley meant a lot to me too, she was my best friend. But Peyton was always the one you turned to, and I dealt with that. But I want you to know, that I'm here for you too, if you ever need to talk." Lucas said.
Nathan smiled and hugged his brother quickly, "Thanks Luke."
Lucas nodded, patting his brother on the back.
"So, what do you say we go get some food?" Lucas laughed.
"I'm starving." Nathan said, and so together they walked over to Peyton and the boys, and they all found seats at the dining table.

Everyone began to gather at the table slowly, and eventually everyone had a seat.
Mouth cleared his throat before standing up on his chair so everyone could see him.
"I'd like to thank everyone for coming tonight, I haven't seen most of you in 6 years and it means a lot to me that you could be here. But I know you're all hungry, so dig in!" Mouth laughed.
He sat back down on his chair and soon everyone was eating and talking to the other people around them.

Nathan finished his meal quickly, and watched as all these people he had once known so well, seemed to act so differently.
"Daddy?" He heard a voice say as he felt his sleeve being tugged.
He looked down beside him, where James was sitting.
"I don't feel so good." James frowned.
"Oh. Do you want me to take you home?"
James nodded.
"Okay, hang on a second."
He turned to face Lucas who was sitting on his other side.
"James isn't feeling well, so I'm going to walk him home."
Lucas nodded, "Do you want me or Peyton to come with you?"
Nathan shook his head, "If I need you, I'll call you."
"Okay," Lucas smiled. "Feel better soon James!"
"Thanks Uncle Luke," James said as his dad lifted him out of his chair.
He rested his head on his dad's shoulder and was soon fast asleep.

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