CHAPTER 10: The girl I love

Next day, Saturday

Brooke had woken up really early today, something that was unlike her for a Saturday morning, Today, was a beautiful day so she decided to walk a bit. She went to Karen's café to get some coffee for her and Lucas and headed to his house. She knew that Lucas would be awake; he always got up from bed really early and took his morning run. When she was outside of his house, she knew better than to ring the bell. Dan would be asleep and he always got really mad when somebody would wake him up; so Brooke did what Lucas would do when he left his keys home. She went over to the flower-pot on the right and she took the key and unlocked the door. She slowly and carefully sneaked in the house, trying not to make a single noise and went upstairs to Lucas' room. She didn't knock on the door; she just opened it and walked in. Lucas wasn't in his room, but Brooke could hear the shower. Brooke put down the two mugs of coffee and slowly walked into Lucas' bathroom to surprise him. She stood in front of the shower and suddenly she pushed the curtain open saying "Surprise". But what she saw made her scream loud. "Aaaaaaaaaa"

BROOKE: What the hell are you doing in my boyfriend's shower?

NATHAN: What are you doing in my brother's bathroom? Get the hell out of here…

Just then Lucas ran in. When he entered he was shocked to see Brooke staring at a naked Nathan. Lucas grabbed a towel and through it to Nathan and then closed Brooke's eyes with his hand and dragged her out. Brooke was still shocked and embarrassed by what had just happened. Brooke sat on Luke's bed putting her face in her hands too embarrassed to look at either Lucas or Nathan. Lucas just stood there trying to suppress his laughter. After a minute or two, Nathan came out with a tower rapped around his waste.

NATHAN: I know you have a crush on me Davis, but this is my brother's room, who happens to be your boyfriend. You cant try to seduce me in here. (Nathan said jokingly, enjoying to tease Brooke)

BROOKE: SHUT UP, NATHAN. What the hell were you doing in there? I thought you had your own bathroom.

NATHAN: I have, but it didn't work so I came here.

BROOKE: Oh. (Still not looking up at Nathan)

NATHAN: Ok. (Realizing that Brooke felt uncomfortable) I will leave you two lovebirds alone. Oh, Brooke, I will be in my room if you need anything.

He winked and Brooke threw him a pillow from Lucas' bed. Nathan burst into laughter and left the room. Lucas who was still standing across the room couldn't help but burst into laughter too.

BROOKE: That's not funny. (Brooke said annoyed)

LUCAS: you should just look at your face, Brooke.

BROOKE: I just saw your brother, my best's friend boyfriend naked, how should I look like? It's so… gross and embarrassing. Stop laughing. (She demanded)

LUCAS: Ok. Just next time you see my brother naked, close your eyes, don't stare like this ok? (He said in between of laughter)

BROOKE: It's not my fault that your brother has greater "credentials" than you have.

It was Brooke turn to make some fun of Lucas. Although she didn't even see Nathan's "credentials" she knew that Lucas would be annoyed by what she just said and she was right. Lucas stopped laughing as soon as he heard Brooke say that.

LUCAS: Ok. Maybe you are in the wrong room then. (He pointed the door)

BROOKE: (trying not to laugh) Maybe. (She stood up and headed for the door. Lucas seemed shocked and that's when she started laughing.) You are so cute when you are jealous. (started walking back to Lucas)

LUCAS: I am not.

BROOKE: Yes, you are.

LUCAS: I am not.

BROOKE: Whatever. But it is kind of sexy being jealous, you know. (She said while putting her hand around Lucas' neck and kinking her eyebrow)

LUCAS: Well, maybe then I am a bit jealous.

He said kissing her lips gently. He started walking backwards holding Brooke by the waist. When the back of his knees hit the bed, Brooke pushed him so that he was lying down on the bed and she climbed on top of him kissing his neck. After a while there were no clothes on them.

Somewhere in Tree Hill

After what happened in Luke's room, Nathan got dressed and left. He went to Haley's and then they headed out for a walk. They had gone to the beach and they were walking barefoot on the sand, the sea awashing their feet.

HALEY: (laughing) Poor Brooke, she must have been shocked.

NATHAN: I think she will get past it. (They both laughed) So, when are your parents coming back?

HALEY: Ugm, I don't really know. They called and told me that they decided to be young again, so they bought a trailer and they don't know when they will be back. (She said rolling her eyes)

NATHAN: You know that you look hot when you roll your eyes, don't you? (Haley raised her eyebrow) So hot, that I think you need something to cool you. (He said devilish, lifting her up and dropping her in the cold sea)

HALEY: NATHAN YOU ARE SO DEAD RIGHT NOW.

Haley stood up and chase after Nathan, who was already some meters away. Haley ran as fast as she could and after a while she reached Nathan and pushed him down. Nathan fell and smashed on the water, but not without taking Haley with him. Haley fell on top of him but Nathan immediately rolled her and now he was on top of her. Haley tried to push him away but he crashed his lips on hers, so she stopped and just enjoyed the moment.

Somewhere else in Tree Hill

Peyton had woken up early too, so she decided to pay a visit to her new boyfriend and his daughter. She bought some breakfast and drove to his house. Jake was really happy to see her, so was Jenny. They ate their breakfast and then decided to go out, just the three of them. Jake got Jenny ready and put her in her bassinet and they left. Now they were walking towards the park.

JAKE: Jenny really loves you. She doesn't even know you and she really adores you.

PEYTON: I love her too. (She lifted Jenny from the bassinet and Jenny started smiling and clapping her hands) She is beautiful, Jake.

JAKE: I know. She is MY child after all.

PEYTON: Whatever.

Peyton sat on a bench on the park with Jenny in her lap and started playing with the little girl. Jake sat next to her and started tickling his daughter, who started laughing uncontrollably. Peyton smiled at the father and daughter interaction.

PEYTON: She is really lucky to have you in her life.

JAKE: Thank you, but I think that everyone who has me in their life is lucky.

PEYTON: SO, I am considered as lucky?

JAKE: (nodded) Yep.

PEYTON: Thanks God you are my boyfriend. (She said mockingly)

JAKE: Are you making fun of me?

PEYTON: Ugm, let me think. YES.

JAKE: You are so going to regret it.

Jake said and kinked his eyebrow and then attacked Peyton's lips, without caring about the fact that they were in the middle of the park or that Peyton was still holding Jenny. The kiss was passionate but didn't last long, because Jenny started crying. Peyton pulled away and was a bit embarrassed that she just kissed Jake in front of his daughter. As soon as they broke the kiss Jenny stopped crying and Jake laughed.

JAKE: Thank you daughter for this.

Just then an old woman walked in front of them and stopped to look at Jenny who was smiling again.

OLD WOMAN: Oh, look at this little pretty girl. (looking at Jake and Peyton) What's her name?

PEYTON/JAKE: Jenny. (They looked at each other and smiled)

OW: Hey Jenny. You know that you are beautiful, just like your mommy. (she said looking at Peyton)

PEYTON: Ugm, I am n…

JAKE: Yeah, everyone says that she looks just like Peyton, but I think she is a copy of me. (He said looking at Peyton)

The old woman smiled sweetly at the young lovers and their baby girl.

OW: Bye, Jenny. (Jenny waved at the old woman)

JAKE: Bye. (After she was gone) Are you mad at me? Look, it was just an old woman, I didn't want to…

PEYTON: Jake, its ok. I don't mind being called Jenny's mom. Plus Jenny is beautiful and since that old woman thinks she is just like me, I am beautiful.

JAKE: (Smiling at Peyton) Yes you are. (They kissed again but this time Jenny didn't cry)

Later this day

Brooke was outside Julian's house ringing the bell. Today she would have dinner with him and his mother and she was a bit nervous, without a reason though. After some seconds the door opened, just for Brooke to be greeted by Julian's stupid but so cute grin.

BROOKE: Hey.

JULIAN: Hey. Come in.

Julian said stepping aside to let her in. Brooke walked inside his house hesitantly. The house seemed nice. It was big enough and was really sweet. His mother had definitely taste. Julian was a bit nervous too. He knew that Brooke was used to huge houses and although he knew that Brooke didn't care about it he was nervous. Plus he was afraid that his mother would embarrass him in front of Brooke.

BROOKE: Your house is really nice.

JULIAN: Thanks.

Julian walked to the living room and Brooke followed him. There Brooke saw a really pretty woman who seemed to be Julian's mother. She was about 40 years old; she had long, curly brown hair and was really nice dressed. As soon as Christina saw Brooke she stood up.

JULIAN: Mom, this is Brooke. Brooke this is my mom.

CHRISTINA: Nice to meet you, Brooke.

BROOKE: Nice to meet you too, Ms Baker.

CHRISTINA: Please, call me Christina; Ms Baker makes me feel so old.

BROOKE: Sure.

CHRISTINA: So, do you want to drink anything before the dinner is served?

BROOKE: No, thank you, Ms. Baker.

CHRISTINA: Brooke…

BROOKE: Sorry, I meant Christina.

After a bit of talking about random things Christina suggested they should go eat since the food was ready. Once they were done…

BROOKE: Christina that was absolutely amazing. You are a great cooker. I haven't eaten such a delicious food for a long long time.

CHRISTINA: Wow. You hear her Julian? You should be grateful that you have me cooking for you.

JULIAN: I am mom.

Just then Julian's cell phone started to vibrate in his pocket.

JULIAN: Ladies, I am sorry but someone is calling me.

Julian walked to the living room to not bother his mother and Brooke with his talk. When Julian left the kitchen Christina stood up and started and reached for the plates.

Julian was in the living room talking with Junk when he heard Brooke's laughter from the kitchen. Brooke's laughter was like the best melody for Julian. He could imagine her beautiful face; her eyes shining, her nose wrinkling a little and the dimples spreading on her face. She looked gorgeous. But why was she laughing. After Julian hung up the phone he walked back in the kitchen where he still could hear Brooke laughing.

JULIAN: Why are you two lau… MOM.

Julian saw his mother showing Brooke some pictures of him when he was younger. He hated those photos and every time Christina showed them to anyone he felt so embarrassed, especially when anyone was Brooke. He always thought that he was a really ugly kid.

CHRISTINA: What?

JULIAN: I have told you million times not to show those pictures.

Julian grabbed the photos from Brooke's and his mother's hands, but Brooke couldn't stop laughing. Then it hit him. But that couldn't be true, his mother wouldn't do something like this to him.

JULIAN: Mom, you didn't tell…

But Brooke's laughter was enough to confirm his thought. He hated that story. He felt so embarrassed right now that he blushed with shame

JULIAN: MOM.

BROOKE: But it was so funny, Jul. You were so cute back then. I would have fallen for you if I knew you then.

That was enough to make Julian relax. At least Brooke liked him when he was a kid, if that was even possible. Julian couldn't help but start laughing himself at the remembrance of his childhood. After the laughter had died they talked for a while but then it was time for Brooke to leave. Julian walked her out.

BROOKE: That was great, Jul.

JULIAN: Maybe we could do this again.

BROOKE: Sure. So see you tomorrow?

JULIAN: Yep.

BROOKE: Bye. (she kissed Julian on the cheek and left)