I Always Will
Chapter 53
I scanned the last few pages and looked up at Haley.
(I can't find anything on this kid. His record is clean. But I was surprised to learn that he's Jimmy's son. Remember Jimmy Edward's from high school.?) I asked. Looking to her.
(Who could forget he went from being best friends with Mouth to bringing a gun to school. That day never left my mind and I'm sure I'm not the only one. After the shooting happened we never saw him again.) Haley said.
(Yeah I know from what this article said he transferred schools and got help for the problems he had. Now he's a school counselor. I'm glad to see he was able to start his life over. He married Glenda I remember her we did that protect about labels and I realized what a great friend she would of been if we had met before that day. I'm happy to see she's doing well. It's official my search didn't give me any new information on him.) Lucas said. Looking to her.
(See i knew you had nothing to worry about. He's a good kid. Georgia has better judgement in people then you think. I mean we all know what it's like to be that age everything is so intense you feel so much so strongly. I mean I got married to Nathan and we had Jamie. You were between Peyton and Brooke. It's a time to figure out who you are and what you want. In regards to life, relationships with family and friends. And especially love.) Haley said.
(Woh who's talking about love.? I mean there kids. I'm not taking this relationship very seriously. They're young and have the rest of their lives for that.) I said. Looking to her.
Haley smiled up at him. (Enough of this lets get some coffee and distract you from all of this.) Haley said. Looking back at me.
As we left my office. And went out the door into her car and drove over to my mother's cafe.
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(Skyler you did great today!. Keep up the great work and you will be the one starting next week. Which means you'll be in charge of picking you're team for next few weeks as captain.) The captain said.
(Wow thanks couch.! I'll make sure to practice really hard.) Skyler left the park then went into the parking lot. Once he reached there he went into his mother's car.
(Hey little man how was jr. leagues.?) Brooke asked. Looking over at her son.
(It was so fun momma. I love basketball. And being apart of the team.) Skyler said. Looking up at her.
(I know baby. You have the best time when you're out there. Playing basketball or baseball with you're cousin Jamie. Sports are in your blood. You're a good player and coming from daddy and uncle Nathan that means alot. I got you something.) Brooke said. Smiling as she brought her surprise to his attention.
(Yay a Smores blizzard. Yum. Thank you momma.) Skyler said. As he took a hold of the dessert and started to eat it.
The drive home took a matter of minutes. Once they got there. Skyler went straight to his room. And looked opened his backpack. He looked over at the library books checking the that he should of handed them in weeks ago. He quickly put them away and took out his folder which held his homework.
He took out the pages and started to read.
Stopping minutes later and putting the papers away without any answers.
He then walked over to his tv and started playing video games.
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Sometime later
Georgia jumped at the sound of the doorbell ringing.
(I'll get it you go wait in the living room.) Lucas said. Looking over at Georgia.
(Daddy. Please be nice.) Georgia said. Looking to him. As she walked out of the entryway in the direction of the living room.
(I'm always nice. We'll be right there.) I said. Looking over at my daughter. With a smile on my face.
I then walked over to the front door and opened it at the sound of the second doorbell ring.
(Hi you must be Benjamin.) I said. Looking up at the teenage boy who almost matched my height.
(That's right. Benjamin Edwards. I just wanted to thank you and you're wife for having me over for dinner tonight.) He said. Looking back at me.
(Come on in Ben. Make yourself at home.) I said. Looking to him.
He walked inside and I lead him from the entryway to the living room. Where Georgia jumped up at the sight of him. With a smile on her face.
(Hello Benjamin. I'm Brooke Davis Scott. We're so glad you were able to meet with us. Let's go into the dining room and have dinner. I made meatloaf and mashed potatoes. With peas and carrots on the side. I hope that's okay.?) Brooke asked. Looking over at the young man.
(That sounds amazing. I hope this evening wasn't an inconvenience for you or mr. Scott.) Benjamin said. Looking from Brooke to Lucas. As everyone made their way into the dining room.
(It was no trouble at all. Anyone important to Georgia is important to us. Have a seat anywhere you like.) Brooke said.
Georgia went over to where he was attempting to sit next to Ben. Only for Lucas to not only create a two seat space between them but he sat in the middle seat.
So he had eyes on both of them. The dining room table sat 8 people at a time. The table had decorated plates and tall clear cups. Mashed potatoes, meatloaf, and the sides in separate dishes along with the area set for only desserts.
(So how long have you been dating.?) Lucas asked. Looking over at Ben.
(8 months. We were friends for 2 years before that.) Benjamin said.
(That's lovely. Has Georgia met you're parents.?) Brooke asked. Looking to him.
It was then a smile came to his face.
(Yeah they have. And they love her. She's the first girl they've ever met. Which is a big deal.) Ben said. Looking to them.
(So you've dated alot and she's the only girl so far that they've met. How many relationships have you had exactly.?) Lucas asked. Looking to him.
(Dad.) Georgia said. Feeling herself growing uncomfortable as the questions went on.
(I've dated a few girls but none of them have been serious until now.) Ben said. Looking to Lucas.
(What exactly are you're intentions with my daughter.?) Lucas asked. Peering up at him.
(Mom do something.) Georgia pleaded looking over at her mother.
(Luke let's change the subject.) Brooke said. Looking to Lucas.
The dinner went on for a few hours. Full of personal and uncomfortable questions. Eventually the dinner ended and I raced to his side. The two teenagers were in front yard talking on the porch. The porch light beaming above them.
(I am so sorry. My dad is just intense and protective. I can't believe you made it through that dinner.) I said. Looking up at him.
(It wasn't so bad. I was expecting to be questioned. I'm dating one of their daughters who mean the world to them. If by answering some questions I calm your dad's nerves and make him be more at ease with the idea of us together then that's what I'll do.) Benjamin said. Looking to me.
(You are such a good guy. Probably the best I've ever dated. Which is saying alot. I care about you so much. We get each other. You make me happy and I feel safe with you. That is a first for me.) I said. Looking to him.
(You're worth every hoop I have to jump through. We're not just a couple. We're best friends. You motive me to be the best person possible for myself and for you. I love you.) He said. Looking into my eyes.
This was it. The moment I thought would never be.
(I love you too.) I said. Looking back at him.
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The next morning
(Everyone take out you're reading assignments!) The teacher said.
Skyler took out his folder and attempted to shield the blank papers with filled in ones. Hopeful she wouldn't notice. When she grabbed his papers along with the others and didn't ask about it he was relieved.
The rest of the day was spent enjoying the fact that he had gotten away with not filling out the answers. That was until the last class of the day. When she called him over to her desk.
He looked up at him. Knowing he would be in trouble.
(I'm sorry mrs. Walker. I tried to finish the assignment and I just couldn't.) Skyler confessed.
(And why was that Skyler.? What difficulties are you having.?) She asked. Looking to him.
(I couldn't read the words on the paper. It was so hard I couldn't even read the instructions. I felt dumb so I stopped and left it blank.) Skyler confessed.
Mrs. Walker looked up at the young boy and started to speak.
(First and most importantly you are not dumb. Plenty of people have trouble reading. That can easily be helped.) Mrs. Walker said.
(It's not just that assignment it's all of them. Trying to read and understand it all just makes my head hurt and makes me upset. Because neither of my other siblings has problems like that. I don't want the kids to laugh at me and for my family to be embarrassed of me. I have to go now. My momma is waiting for me.) Skyler said.
(But Skyler l listen to me. This may not be your fault.) She started to say.
(I don't want anyone to know. Especially my family.) Skyler said.
Before he raced out the classroom. Going through the exit doors.
Climbing into his mother's car.
(How was school buddy.?) Brooke asked.
(It was a long day. Can we go home now.? I'm tired.) Skyler said.
(Sure we can.) Brooke said. She then began the drive home.
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Author's note : There has been readers asking for more Scott boy scenes. And now they are beginning to unfold with these two separate storylines. Let me know you're thoughts on the chapter.? Review!
