Family Matters
Chapter 26
Days Later
As she expected Nathan showing a sudden interest in their son was purely in the moment. He hasn't been by the hospital or reached out to her expressing a want or need to see Jamie. Which is to be expected. So when the day in the future happened and their son was gone he would find out with the rest of the world.
The same couldn't be said for Chris he had reached out multiple times. By phone calls and texts. He had been by to visit Jamie a handful of times.
Haley had basically been camping out in Jamie's hospital room. It was a private room so they had the time and space needed. She was living out of her suitcase. Jamie was in high spirits considering his health issues.
She hadn't mentioned what was going on between herself and Chris which was the right decision given Haley was confused as ever with what to do and how to feel.
"J Luke! Hales!" Lucas exclaimed cheerfully as he entered the room.
Jamie's face lit up. "Uncle Lucas! Aunt Brooke." He exclaimed happily.
Brooke came in seconds after Lucas. "We bought dessert from Karen's we know how much you love it little man. Hopefully you're in the mood for visitors." She said.
"Of course!" Jamie said.
"The two of you get settled in and comfortable. I need to talk with you're mom. We'll be right back." Brooke said. Taking ahold of Haley's hand in hers.
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When the women and close friends were in the empty hallway. Brooke focused her gaze on Haley.
"What are you going to do about you and Chris.? You told Peyton and what happened and he's been by to visit Jamie and see you which is more then i can say for Nathan." Brooke asked.
At the mention of Nathan she cringed.
"I love Chris. I'm in love with Chris. But i don't know if that's enough. Why Renee.? Everytime i think i have things figured out. That i'm in a happy, healthy, relationship. Something goes wrong. Maybe getting involved with him was a mistake. I have Jamie to think about he needs me." Haley said.
"He does. But that doesn't mean you aren't allowed to have love in you're life. If this hadn't been revealed there would be no issue between you and Chris. The two of you work. It's right. But only you know you're heart and what the decision you need to make is." Brooke said.
Haley engulfed Brooke in a big hug.
"Thanks for the talk Brooke. I am going to leave her for awhile. The two of you enjoy you're time with Jamie. I'll be back soon." Haley said.
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