Crossroad
Chapter 25
You ever heard the expression 'The best things in live are free.' Well that expression is true.' Every once in a while, people step up they rise above themselves sometimes they surprise you and sometimes they fall short. Life is funny sometimes. It can push pretty hard but if you look close enough, you can find hope in the words of children, in the bars of the song and in the eyes of someone you love. And if you're lucky, if you're the luckiest person on this entire planet, the person you love decides to love you back.
"This sonogram picture is going right into an album when we get out of here the first look at our little one." Brooke said. Touching her stomach.
"I'm ready to go when you are." "We have to schedule the next appointment for a couple of weeks from now." "You heard the doctor you have to be careful and rest I will make sure that happens." "I think we should hold off on the wedding until we have a clearer picture of what's to come." I said. Looking into her eyes.
"No Luke I don't want that." "Being able to celebrate our love with our family and friends." "Becoming husband and wife is even more important given we have this new life coming into the world." "I need it to be perfect just in case." She said. Looking back at me.
"Don't think like that we have gone through so much to get to this point." "You, Me, and this baby are going to be a family." "Our dreams are coming true." "I'm going to be there every step through this pregnancy." "The mood swings, the cravings, Watching the baby grow and feeling the kicks, those parenting classes, decorating the nursery," "This is our time to be happy and excited let's enjoy that okay." I told her leaning over kissing her.
"Okay you're right we deserve this and I want to savor every second." Brooke said. Taking my hand as we walked out of the hospital room.
"We're so relieved to see that you're okay Brooke." "What happened.?" "It was the food or the heat right.?" "I knew it wasn't the best day to do all of this." Haley said. Looking to them.
"No Hales it wasn't that." "There is a very different reason let's all go to your house and I'll tell exactly what they told us." Brooke said. Looking up at her.
I held her hand securely. While we walked out of the hospital into my car. Driving slowly as I followed the others. All of us eventually making it to Nathan and Haley's. We sat around on the comfortable chairs.
Brooke smiled as she turned to me. Then looked around at everyone else. "I'm pregnant!" Brooke announced happily.
Surprise gasps and cheers of happiness. Went through out the room.
Hugs and tears and questions came from every direction.
"The wedding is still happening it's just going to be sooner." "And Brooke needs to be as stress free and relaxed as possible." I told them. Everyone in agreement.
Brooke showed the sonogram picture. Passing it from person to person.
"Momma what is that.?" Jamie asked. Looking at the picture that had been in his mother's hand.
"That picture is showing Aunt Brooke and uncle Lucas's baby." Haley said. Wiping her eyes.
"What's wrong momma.?" Jamie asked concern in his voice.
"Nothing Jimmy Jam I'm just so happy for them." "You are going to have a new little cousin which will be so fun." Haley said. Looking back at him.
"Can I go play now.?" Jamie asked.
"Sure, you and Jenny be careful and make sure you clean up your toys afterwards." Haley said to him. Watching as he ran off to the play room.
"We're going to be aunt Haley and uncle Nathan." "That is going to be the best I'm ecstatic for them." Nathan said. Looking to me.
"I can't wait either." I said. Leaning over kissing him.
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Weeks Later
Deciding on the beach for the wedding. And the beach house for the reception. The wedding was happening.
Brooke took one last look at herself in the mirror.
Her hair flowing freely. A short lace veil. Would be covering her face. Her makeup was minimal. Red lip stick, some blush, and eye liner. Her smile radiate. Putting a hand on her stomach.
"Daddy and I are getting married today and you get to be a part of it." She said quietly.
Peyton, then Haley walked out the double doors. In beautiful red and blue dresses that they choose themselves. The path to the alter was littered with flowers. The waves crashing in the distance. The sun shining brightly in a cloudless sky.
Then Jamie walked down the aisle with the rings sitting neatly on top of a pillow. Looking adorable in his suit.
Then Jenny who twirled down the aisle excitedly making sure to drop flowers with every step.
At last it was Brooke's turn. Walking arm and arm with Vince. How held onto her carefully. Remarking how positively beautiful she looked. Brooke thanked him. Kissing his cheek. While they took their time. Brooke locking eyes with Lucas. Her heart filling so full she could burst into tears at any moment.
Vince letting go of her arm. Lucas taking it.
Sitting back down next to Violet who dabbed her eyes.
Resting her head-on Vince's shoulder.
Brooke and Lucas now facing each other. The love between the couple evident with every look and smile. As the minister started to speak.
Love is and will always be a mystery. But remains a gift to all that are able to give and receive it in their lifetime.
"Today we are here to celebrate the union of Lucas Eugene Scott and Brooke Penelope Davis."
"The couple has prepared vows to be shared with us today."
The minister said. Looking up at the crowd.
Lucas took Brooke's hand in his as he started to speak.
"I fell in love with you unexpectedly." "This beautiful, charismatic, bubbly, funny girl, somehow found a way into my car." "Which made a great start for a story years later." "But when I realized what I felt for you was real and what I wanted for the rest of my life." "That happened over time and I'm grateful every single day for the chance to be able to love you spend our life together." "Facing the unknown and beauty that life has to offer." Lucas said. Slipping the ring on her finger.
Brooke wiped her eyes. As she started to speak.
"Before we met I was the definition of unattainable." "I was all about fun and keeping things light and not thinking or wanting to ever build a relationship because the idea of giving my heart and trusting someone terrified me until I met you." "And knew that you were unlike any guy I had ever met and that falling in love with you was easy." "Being able to see myself through you're eyes your support and belief pushed me to truly understand and inspire who I am as a person." "Every day since we met has been full of unforgettable moments." "This next part of our journey is going to be worth everything we've gone through." "I love you so much." Brooke said. As she slipped the ring on his finger.
"From the power vested in me I now pronounce you husband and wife."
"You may kiss the bride." The minister said.
Lucas taking Brooke in his arms. Leaning over kissing her.
The couple pulling apart minutes later. The crowd erupting in cheers and applause. While they started walking back down the aisle.
Everyone made their way to the beach house. Where the reception had begun. Music blaring, food and dessert beautifully displayed on tables.
The dance floor surrounded by all the guests.
Where Brooke and Lucas had their first dance. Moving to the music. They're eyes locked on each other. Karen dancing with Lucas. Afterward Keith dancing with Brooke. The reception lasting until sundown. Ending in a bonfire with smores and other desserts, scary stories, and laughable memories from the past.
Lucas and Brooke are whisked off into a limo. Which takes them to a hotel a few miles out of town.
Once they make inside the room. Brooke looks around. Turning back to Lucas.
"This room is stunning Luke." Brooke said. Taking notice of the dimmed lighting a fireplace along with candles littered throughout the room. Soft music playing in the background.
"It's what you deserve and more." Lucas said. Taking her in his arms. Kissing her. Laying her gently on the bed. Looking down at her.
"God your beautiful." I said. Caressing her face in my hands.
"I love you so much." "Us finally being married means the world to me."
"Now we get to spend the rest of our life together."
"I am the luckiest man in the world." I said. Kissing her again.
"I love you too Luke." "I still like I'm dreaming." "Brooke Penelope Scott." "I'm so in love with you." "I can barely stand it." "Now kiss me and don't you dare be gentle." "This night is going to be unforgettable." "Starting with what happens between us in this room tonight." "You're mine and I'm yours." "Now take me." Brooke said. Reconnecting their lips.
Lucas taking her out of her dress. Kissing her lips, neck, all the spaces he could reach. Touching her skin gently. Wanting to take her in. Allowing her access to him. As she began to unbutton his shirt. Removing it slowly. Placing kisses on him. Looking into his eyes. While she went for his belt. Sliding it off with ease. Dropping it to the floor.
They're eyes locked on the other. Lucas removing the minimal layers between them. Reconnecting their lips.
Brooke gripping on to him. Tighter needing to be closer to him. Losing every ounce control. As they started to lose themselves in each other.
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Days later
"Where are, you taking us Luke.?" Brooke asked smiling at him.
Lucas smiled back at her. "You'll see when we get there." Lucas said. Back to her.
Eventually the car stopping in the driveway.
"Come with me." Lucas said. Getting out of the car.
Taking her hand in his. "Lucas Scott what are you up to.?" Brooke asked him. Placing her hand on her stomach.
Lucas got out the key and walked through the door with her. Closing the door behind them.
Turning to her as he spoke. "Welcome home Brooke." Lucas said.
Smiling happily. Continuing to explain. "I've been planning to propose to you for some time. And knew that along with the promise of forever." "I wanted to give you a place where we could live out our life."
"This place has all the wants on your list." "The home office, the backyard, our master suite, and at home library, a room for you to create all the sketches for your line currently and in the future." "Now the most anticipated room that has yet to be seen." Lucas said. Walking with her up the stairs. Into the hallway. Their hands entwined. Lucas pausing at the door. Looking to Brooke as he opened it.
Brooke walking inside first. Then Lucas walking in after her. Closing the door. As Brooke looked around trying to absorb what she saw.
The walls were painted a light yellow. The ceiling painted a light orange. The carpet a dark green. There was rocking chair by the window. A hand-crafted crib. The purple monkey tucked inside. A separate area with toys and another area for dressing and changing. A miniature book shelf. And seating area.
Brooke walked over to the closet. Opening it and seeing that it was stuffed with clothes and accessories.
"Luke this is incredible." "It's perfect." "Our baby is going to be so happy here." Brooke said. Looking up at him. With tears in her eyes.
"You and this baby are my world." Lucas said. Wiping her tears away. Leaning over kissing her.
"I have to show you the rest of the house." "Our room last you can get some sleep." "I can run a bath and get dinner." Lucas said.
"This baby and I are so lucky to have you." Brooke said. Emotion thick in her voice.
"My life and everything I do from this day on is for this family." Lucas said. Back to her.
"I love you Luke." Brooke said happily.
"I love you too." Lucas said. Back to her. Wrapping his arm around her.
The couple took another look around the nursery before leaving the room. And continuing to go through the rest of the house.
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