Okay guys, it's time for the first date.
I must say that I've been lying in bed and thinking about how it's gonna be all night! Hop you like it )
-NaleyAlways4Ever
Haley was freaking out. Her bed was full of different clothes and the floor was covered in shoes. What the hell do you wear to a date with Nathan Scott? Usually she would think that not to wear anything would be best, but that was out of the question. It would have been funny to see his expression though, if she showed up naked. But Haley was never one to show of her body, although she knew it was a good one. She had gotten comments about it many times.
Haley was now holding a light green cotton sweater in one hand and a pair of dark denim jeans in the other. She figured she would just go with a casual, but sweet look. She took her new shoes, they were maybe too casual, but Haley didn't care. She knew Nathan wouldn't care.
Haley kept her hair down, she looked much older that way. She didn't feel like putting it up in a pony tail, it always made her look so innocent. She didn't apply much make-up, just some mascara and lip gloss. She was satisfied with the results and decided to go early. She could just wait at the café is Nathan wasn't already there.
«Hi mom, bye mom» She yelled as she grabbed her jacket and walked out the door. It was freezing, but she knew Nathan would keep her warm if she needed it.
«Where is Haley going?» A curious Joey asked his mother. He didn't like it when Haley walked out like that, it meant that she didn't feel like talking to him, because would have sort of reason to stop her.
«She had a date» Lydia smiled as she watched Haley's figure walk down the street.
«On a Monday? Mom are you crazy?!» Sometimes Joey just wanted to smack his parents for being so irresponsible. Haley never dated! And when she did she never went out on a Monday.
«Oh you have no idea, son» Lydia smiled again. She didn't mind that Haley went out to enjoy herself. If she was finished with her homework she could do whatever she wanted. Haley was a very responsible young woman, and her mother trusted her.
When Haley reached Karen's café, there was no sign of Nathan anywhere. But she quickly located Lucas by the counter. He was reading a book, there were no customers left so he didn't have anything better to do.
Haley walked inside and greeted Lucas with a smile.
«Hey Hales, you look great» Lucas smiled at her, he didn't know if he liked the idea of his brother and Haley, but he was willing to give it a chance. Especially if his brother was in love with this girl, which was possible.
«Hey Luke, is Nathan here?» Haley asked, she wanted to see him. She could feel the butterflies in her stomach, and knew she couldn't wait much longer.
«Yeah, I'll go get him» Lucas said, Haley nodded and smiled in return.
Right before Lucas disappeared through the door, he stopped and looked at Haley. «What did Joey say about this?» He asked curiously. He still couldn't believe that Joey was okay with it.
«I haven't told him yet» Haley looked down in shame, she knew it was wrong to keep this from her brother, but he would just ruin it before it began.
«Haley!» Lucas looked at her with a disappointed look. He had suspected it, but hoped that maybe Haley would be responsible enough to tell him.
«I know Lucas, and I'm going to tell him. I just don't want to ruin this before it's even begun. You know Joey, he would just deny it and make sure it never happened. And I like your brother too much Luke. I think I'm falling for him, and I know it's soon but there is just like a special connection there you know? I've never met this version of Nathan before, and I'd like to enjoy it as long as possible» Haley looked at Lucas with a pleading look. «Please don't tell him Luke».
«Okay, but promise me one thing Haley»
«What?»
«Be careful» Lucas knew his brother better than anyone, and he knew everything about his relationships with girls. And although Lucas could tell that Nathan saw something special in Haley, he was still worried about his brother taking advantage of her. Joey would kill him if he found out that Lucas had allowed Haley to go, but that was another problem he had to deal with later.
Haley was a bit confused about Lucas' words. Be careful? What was that supposed to mean? She knew Nathan wasn't exactly Prince Charming, but he wasn't the normal Nathan. He was changed around Haley, a different person. She didn't have much time to think about it before Nathan appeared behind her. His heartbeat rose when he saw her stand there.
«Hey beautiful» he said, while kissing her cheek. Haley felt her blood stream around in her body at his touch.
«Hey you» she smiled. This was it, what she had waited for the whole day.
«I have everything ready in my car, so let's go» Nathan carefully placed him arm around her shoulders hugging her into his body. She fitted perfectly there too.
«Okay, where are you taking me?» Haley curiously asked, it felt so good to have his arm around her. She could stay there forever.
«Surprise» Nathan smiled, he knew she would like it anyway. There was no reason to tell her. «Bye Luke» he said before walking out the door.
«Bye guys, have fun» Lucas smiled, though inside he still wasn't sure if this was a good idea. He locked eyes with Haley and saw her pleading look. He smiled reassuringly at them, and went back to reading his book.
«We plan to» Nathan smirked.
Haley followed Nathan to his car and got into the passenger seat when he opened the door for her. «Why aren't you just the gentleman?» Haley smirked at him. «I try» Nathan smirked back. So far this was perfect.
Nathan went around to his side of the car, and jumped in. He started the engine and drove of.
«So there is no chance of you telling me where we're going?» Haley liked surprises, but this was one she hated not knowing.
«No, but I can tell you one thing though?» Nathan playfully said, he knew Haley would like his surprise, so he didn't want to spoil it yet.
«And what is that?» Haley challenged, she felt like this conversation was going it the right direction.
«You look great, and I mean that» Nathan sincerely said while looking at Haley. She was the most beautiful girl he had ever seen, inside out.
«I know you do, and you don't look so bad yourself tiger» Haley flirted back.
«So how was your day?» Nathan casually asked, he didn't want to ruin the moment but at the same time he felt like talking about school with Haley was perfect. It wasn't a boring subject, there were none.
«Great actually, especially the beginning of lunch»
«Really? What happened?» Nathan asked while faking being clueless.
«This amazing guy did this incredible thing for me, and I tried to pay him back the best I could. I'm thinking of giving him some more thank yous tonight though. If he wants them of course» Haley innocently implied. She didn't mean hugs, she wanted to kiss him. But Haley felt like he should take the first step, it would be best that way.
«I think he does» Nathan gave her a reassuring smile, and then he placed his right hand on top if hers and they locked. Haley could feel the electronic waves stream through her body. She felt like nothing in the world could ever be as good as this.
Haley was quite shocked when Nathan finally signalized that they had reached their destination. It was completely dark outside, and she couldn't see anything. Nathan told her to wait in the car while he went and fixed something, and Haley did as she was told. She was actually a bit scared, being alone in his car in the dark wasn't all that great. But after a few minutes Nathan came back and helped her out of the passenger seat of his SUV.
«Nathan? Where are we.. OH MY GOD!» Haley first started to ask him where they were going, but was interrupted when she caught the sight of hundreds of candles, leading them on a path. Haley smiled and turned to Nathan. «This is amazing. Thank you» the last part she almost whispered.
«Come on» Nathan said, taking her hand and leading her onto the path. It was completely dark except for the candles. I can't believe he did this, Haley thought while looking up at Nathan.
After they had walked for about two minutes, Haley mouth once again dropped. «Nathan!» She gasped at the sight in front of her.
Nathan had prepared a picnic for them, surrounded by candles. He had put a big blanket on the ground, and some pillows on top. There was also a picnic basket standing there which clearly contained food and drinks. He had also brought a few extra blankets in case they got cold.
«How did you do this?» Haley asked, tears forming in her eyes. It was the most romantic thing anyone a\had ever done for her.
«Well you see, it's not that hard Haley. You just need a couple of blankets and a lot of candles and that's pretty much it» Nathan smirked while Haley playfully smacked his arm. He knew she would like it but not this much. He loved the way Haley truly showed her excitement and how she took nothing for granted. Just watching her face light up made him want to arrange more of these dates.
Haley walked over to the blanket, Nathan following her. She sat down and leaned her body on the pillows behind her. Nathan quickly grabbed the basket and took out two cups and a thermos with hot chocolate on it. His mother had made it for them together with some food. He took Haley's cup and filled it up before handing it to her. «Thank you» she smiled at him.
After they had gotten their drinks he grabbed for the food. It wasn't much but his mom had made them some macaroni and cheese before he left. He knew from their 'date' at the beach that it was her favourite and he decided to bring it.
«Nathan! You remembered that this was my favourite. You're just too good to ne true, you know that?» Haley smiled her most genuine smile. She didn't know if it was possible to be happier. It was just her and Nathan under the stars with her favourite food and a cup of hot chocolate. She didn't need more, this was more then enough.
«Anything for my princess» Nathan smiled while carefully stroking her cheek.
When they were done eating Nathan lied down in the pillows, and Haley snuggled up next to him. Her head was resting on top of his chest and she could feel his heartbeat. She smiled for herself thinking about how he made her heart race faster as well. They hadn't talked much but it wasn't necessary. They had an understanding no one else could feel. It was like they had been together forever and knew each other inside out.
«The stars are beautiful tonight» Haley said, she was fascinated by how clear the sky was on this particular night.
«Almost as beautiful as you» Nathan whispered, he felt like he never wanted this night to end. It was perfect.
«Why do you like me?» Haley suddenly said. To be honest she had wondered for a long time. She was just Haley, a shy tutor who didn't really belong in Nathan's world. So why on earth would he go after someone like her?
«What?» Nathan's surprised voice asked.
«I mean, what is it about me that makes you do something like this. Because I hope you don't do this for all of you girlfriends. I'm hoping this is just for me» Haley was a bit nervous about his answer. What if she wasn't the first girl he had done this with? What if this was something he did often?
«No, I've never done this before. But I've never felt this way about a girl before either so I guess that explains why I'm doing it» Nathan smiled. He knew it was possible that Haley could get some doubts about his honesty, but he would try his best to make her understand that he was serious about them.
«But why do you feel something more for me? What is it about me that makes you wanna do this?» Haley challenged, she really wanted to know why Nathan liked her.
«I don't know» Nathan said, not really sure where she was taking this conversation.
«Come on, don't be shy. Give me three reasons why you like me» Haley challenged again.
«Three? Not more?» Nathan smirked, he could give her plenty of reasons why he liked her.
«Well you could say four if it makes you feel better. I don't mind» Haley winked at him.
«Ehh, okay. I love the fact that you're yourself all the way. You're real and you don't do or say things to make people think differently about you. You don't care what they say, and that's a good quality you know» Nathan looked down at her and could tell she was enjoying this.
«And number two?» Haley playfully demanded.
«I love who you are as a person. You're kind and patient and honest. You treat me like a real person, not just the top basketball player. You don't judge people and you're open and sincere. There are just a thousand adjectives I could find to describe you»
«Number three» Haley smiled, she was enjoying this. And the fact that Nathan wasn't embarrassed to say it was so charming.
«Well, you're gorgeous. You have this special glow and you light up the room with your presens. And you're sexy and beautiful. Especially your eyes» Nathan closed his eyes and remembered Haley's eyes.
«My eyes?» Haley asked.
«Yeah, they're perfect. The colour, and the shape, and the intensity. I could get lose in your eyes forever»
«Wow.. Well, you chose four things so you have one left superstar» Haley put her hand on his chest and Nathan cowered her hand with his own. She snuggled even closer to him and he could now feel her warm breath on his neck. It was driving him crazy.
«Okay, you turn me on? Does that count?» He laughed. It was the only thing he could think when he felt her breath that way. He could already feel his bulge growing, but knew that he had to calm it down. Sadly.
«Of course it counts» Haley laughed back. She knew why he had said it and it was kind of her plan to see how he could react to her. She smiled for herself, knowing that if this relationship worked out she would probably end up giving him her virginity. Even if it ended, she wouldn't want it any other way. Haley's only demand before sex was that she was in a stable relationship and that is was with someone who loved her and who she loved back. And she could feel herself falling in love with Nathan. Still she wasn't sure if he felt the same way but time would tell.
«Okay, now you give me four reasons why you like me» Nathan challenged he back. He knew it would be hard to control himself once she told him why she liked him, but it was worth it. Her words would mean more than anything to him.
«I'll give you three if you ask nicely» Haley laughed.
«Please» Nathan faked hurt, he knew she was just joking but decided to play along.
«Alright. I like you because you let me in. You are honest and open with me, and you don't give all the bullshit you feed everyone else with» Haley's voice suddenly became serious.
«And I like how you much you care about me. I like how you put your energy into making things perfect, like on this date. And how you always say the sweetest things to me» She continued. Haley had tons of reasons why she liked Nathan. Who wouldn't like him the way he acted?
«And then i like how you're always able to make me forget my problems and make me smile or laugh, no matter how sad or tired I am. I need nothing more then to see you when I'm upset, and then it all goes away. You have an incredible way to comfort me and to make me feel loved» Haley had never been more serious in her life. She was completely honest with him, and he knew that.
They laid there in silence, just looking at the stars and holding on to each other. Neither of them wanted the night to end, but the both knew it would end soon. Suddenly Nathan turned around to face her and they both laid with their faces towards each other.
«Haley?» Nathan softly spoke.
«Yeah?» She whispered back.
«Would be okay if I kissed you?» Nathan's voice was serious. Haley smiled and nodded.
Nathan placed his hand on her cheek and took put the piece of hair that was hanging down behind her ear. His hand stayed on the side of her face and he slowly moved his face closer to hers. Haley closed her eyes and licked her lips. She could feel his lips softly covering hers and they shared a soft and innocent first kiss. After a few seconds, Nathan deepened the kiss and Haley could feel his tongue begging her for entrance. She happily gave him access and they lied there in each others arm, kissing and touching each other for what felt like an eternity.
«Haley?» Nathan asked while resting his head against hers. They had been making out for maybe thirty minutes, and although Nathan didn't want to end it he knew Haley had to be home soon.
«What?» Haley smiled, looking into his eyes.
«We have to go, it's almost 10 pm and it's gonna take sometime to get home» Haley nodded. She knew he said it out of respect for her parents and not because he didn't want to kiss her anymore.
«Let's go» she said before giving him one last kiss and standing up.
They packed their things and put out the candles that were still burning. Nathan looked at Haley all the time and couldn't help but smile while he watched her blowing out the candles. She noticed his eyes on her and turned around to face him. «What?» she asked.
«Nothing, you're just beautiful» Nathan smiled and Haley returned it with a smile of her own. This had been a perfect night.
«How was your date?» Joey asked when Haley came home. Nathan had driven her home and they had given each other about twenty good bye kisses before she finally left.
«A success» Haley smiled before walking up to her room.
«Do I know the guy?» Joey yelled after her, but Haley pretended not to hear his question. She knew she would have to deal with it soon, but for now she just wanted to sleep and dream about Nathan. She wasn't sure if they were a couple yet, but she was definitely falling for him. Maybe a little too fast.
That's it, you know what to do!
Next chapter will not be as happy as this one, it's time for some Rachel-time. And that's never good.. But it needs to happen for this story to develop.. Sorry..
-NaleyAlways4Ever