AN-Some strong words in this chapter. Brandon's dance group is called xtreme. The homework is based on what we do in . I'm not too sure on how the homework in the US.

Lucas had been sat in the waiting room of Tree Hill Memorial hospital for over an hour now. As soon as the paramedics arrived at the hospital they took Brandon straight into surgery. Nathan, Brooke and Peyton were sat with him waiting to hear any news on Brandon, ''Why the fuck won't anyone tell me what the hell is going on with my son.'' Lucas shouted.

''He's in surgery bro. No news is good news. Right.'' Nathan said.

''He's 10 years old Nate. He's had a crap life already he doesn't need this.'' Lucas said all his anger was gone. He was now reduced to tears. ''I can't lose him.'' Lucas said.

Peyton walked over and sat beside him and brought him in for a hug. ''I'll admit you were a lousy father for the first 6 years of his life. But these last 3 years since you have been out of rehab you have given all 6 of them everything they need. The kids love you more than anything. Brandon and Maya are so proud of you.'' Peyton said.

''Because of me and my mistakes he had to grow up quicker than he should have. The other week he came home with an A star on his homework.'' Lucas said.

''What's wrong with that. You should be proud of that.'' Peyton said as she rubbed her hand up and down Lucas' back.

''He had to write about the effects of drugs and alcohol.'' Lucas said. ''Other kids probably had to get help from their parents. I didn't even know until I saw his paper. He's 10, he shouldn't know that kind of stuff on his own.'' Lucas said.

Before anyone could answer a woman with short grey hair and glasses approached them, ''Mr Scott, my name is Ms Anne Brown, I'm with social services. I would like to speak with you about your son.'' Anne said.

''Sure.'' Lucas said.

''Could you tell me where you were today.'' Anne asked.

''I was in my house. With my kids.'' Lucas said. ''I didn't hurt my son. Some crazy driver did.'' Lucas said.

''I just have to ask these questions to go into your file and considering this is the 2nd time this week that one of your children have been in the hospital.'' Anne said. ''Why weren't you watching him.'' She added.

''He was with a mate playing football in front of the house. I had an 8, 6 and two 4 year olds to look after in the house my 6 year old son fell over and cut his knee and I had to clean it. If it was one of them I would understand the questioning because I should have been watching them. But Brandon is 10 years old and was with another boy the same age as him. His parents weren't watching him.'' Lucas said.

''Why not bring Brandon inside with you while you did that.'' Anne asked.

''He was playing. Just because of my pass doesn't mean I'm not a good father. I love my kids more than anything and yeah I was a alcoholic and a drug addict but I have been clean for 3 years now and my kids have never been in hospital for any serious injuries other than now and the last time they were in hospital was after they were kidnapped by their drug addicted mother and her boyfriend. I have witness that saw her boyfriend hit him in the restaurant.'' Lucas said.

''He doesn't need this right now can't you do this another time.'' Brooke said. ''My son was with Brandon and I was not watching my son.'' Brooke added.

''It's because of his past that he is being treated like this. When it isn't fair.'' Peyton said.

''I'm just doing my job. I'm not asking him all these questions because of his past.'' Anne said.

''Is the family of Brandon Scott here.'' A doctor came out and called out.

Lucas stood up and walked over to him, ''I'm his father. Is he okay.'' Lucas asked.

''My name is Dr Doug Ross and I was the one performing the surgery on your son. Brandon has a broken arm and there was some internal bleeding in his abdomen which we were able to stop. And a few cuts and bruises. He is being transferred into a room and you should be able to see him shortly. I'll have a nurse come show you to his room shortly.'' Dr Ross said.

''Thank you Dr.'' Lucas said and went back to sit down.

''Lucas I'm so sorry. If I didn't agree to go out on that date and kiss you, Brandon wouldn't be in the hospital.'' Brooke said.

''It wasn't your fault Brooke I asked you to go out on a date knowing that you had an ex husband who was abusive. But the important thing is that Brandon is going to be okay.'' Lucas said as a nurse came out and brought Lucas down to Brandon's room. When Lucas walked into the he saw Brandon lying on the hospital bed, he looked you so young lying there. ''I'm so sorry son.'' Lucas said as he took a seat beside him.

Lucas sat talking to him and read him an interview that was from the dance group diversity. It had been over an hour, ''dad.'' Lucas heard a soft voice call.

Lucas looked down at the bed and saw that Brandon was awake. ''Hey buddy.'' Lucas said. ''Why don't you have a drink.'' Lucas said helping him take a drink from a cup.

''Did I only break my arm.'' Brandon asked.

''No you had to have surgery you had internal bleeding in your abdomen so you will probably be a bit sore.'' Lucas said.

''How long will I have to be in hospital for.'' Brandon said.

''I might keep you in here for at least 2 days.'' Dr Ross said as he came into the room.

''Will I be able to dance with 1 hand.'' Brandon asked.

''I don't see why not. Do you dance in a class.'' Dr Ross asked.

''I dance with a group called xtreme. We had a competition yesterday.'' Brandon said.

''If your teachers allow you to dance, you can.'' Dr Ross said before he left.

''Who is all out there.'' Brandon said.

''Uncle Nathan, Aunt Peyton, Brooke, Maya, Dillon, TJ, Paddy and DJ are at home with Aunt Haley. They might come up a bit later to see you.'' Lucas said. ''I'll go and get them and see if you can eat anything.'' Lucas said.

''Good coz I'm starving.'' Brandon said adding a smile.

''I'll be back in a minute.'' Lucas said as he left the room. ''Hey you guys can go in to see him, I'm going to go and see if Brandon can have anything to eat.'' Lucas said as he walked back into the waiting room.

Nathan, Peyton and Brooke went into Brandon's room. They Said ''how is the little champion.''

Brandon answered, ''I'm great and it is going to be lovely to be spoiled for a few weeks.''

''Here bud, I got you some chips and some m&m's.'' Lucas said as she walked into the room.

''Thanks dad. So will you ask Rachel if I can dance with a broken arm.'' Brandon asked.

''You will be out in time for your class on Monday you can ask her yourself. You have to bring Anthony with you to it.'' Lucas said.

After a few hours and more visitors later it was time for everyone to leave as visiting time was over and Brandon had to get some rest. ''I'll see ya tomorrow buddy.'' Lucas said.

''Night dad. I love you.'' Brandon said as he lay down.

''Night buddy. Love you too.'' Lucas said placing a kiss on his head.

AN-This is just a filler chapter. Please review.