According To Davis
Chapter 13
"He felt that his whole life was some kind of dream, and he sometimes wondered whose it was, and whether they were enjoying it."
The couple drove in silence for what felt like hours. At some point they reached out a red light.
Brooke reached over putting her hand on his.
Lucas instantly pulled away.
"I shouldn't of ended up in Chris's hotel room i know that. I know you're angry and upset. You have every right to be. But." Brooke began to say.
Lucas's grip on the steering wheel tightened. His entire body growing more tense.
He was fuming she could see that. When he eventually reached the driveway of the home. He parked the car and unleashed the inner turmoil that had been building since he saw that headline.
"I've been doing everything i know how to do. To be there for you. Being the full time parent with Sam and Scarlett. Keeping our friends out of the drama going on with us. In the matter of hours. You've managed to put our life on full display for the public!"
"Everyone in town including Sam and Scarlett have seen this video. You drunk, throwing shot glasses at the bartender, arguing with him. At what point do you realize that you're actions don't just affect you!" Lucas yelled.
"I didn't want to give him away! Gave up on him and the life we were supposed to have! I blame you!" Brooke shot back.
"We were 16 years old. With no place to live.A baby on top of that would of been a diaster! We agreed it was the right thing." Lucas stated.
"You were relieved when it was all over! He would of been a burden to you!" Brooke yelled.
"He deserved the best. And didn't get that. None of that is our fault.!"
"The only burden in my life that has been dragging me down. That i can't let go of is you. You're lack of self awareness, stubborness, selfishness! It is no wonder you're parents want nothing to do with you. If it wasn't for me. You wouldn't have this family. You would be alone. I'm to wanting if that has been you're goal all along. Because you couldn't push me farther away!"
"I'm tired of being the only one fighting for us.!" Lucas shouted back.
Brooke flinched. His words piercing her.
She felt stuck in place. As she watched him grab his suitecase.
"No you can't leave me! I promise i'll do anything it takes to fix us and keep our family together. I can't be alone again." Brooke pleaded.
Lucas stared back at her. "The suitcase is for you. I'm not uprooting the kids. Either you agree to go to rehab or you can't live here anymore." He stated.
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Hours Later
Karen's Home
"Seeing Brooke like that on video was really unsettling. She's clearly in alot of pain." Keith said.
"She's always been that way Keith. Unstable. You can't trust or rely on her. I just hope Lucas comes to his senses and leaves her. That woman's issues are no concern of yours." Karen admitted.
"I need to check in with Lena. I forgot my cellphone at home. She'll worry if i don't." Keith stated.
"Alright. Hurry back. Don't want the dinner to get cold." Karen replied.
Keith shook his head in agreement and left the home.
...
Lucas still reeling from the fight that took place between himself and Brooke earlier today. It had been building up between them for some time. But still them turning on each other would solve nothing. He longed for resolution and a sense of calm.
Lucas had never been more grateful for Peyton and Jake stepping in to bring Sam and Scarlett to their home for an overnight visit. He sent the pair multiple texts thanking them. Along with Nathan and Haley for checking in.
Hearing a loud thud sent Lucas racing out of the living room and up the stairs.
Brooke had made it clear that she needed space and time alone before deciding anything.
He had granted her that. Taking refuge in his home study.
Lucas entered their bedroom calling out to her.
His heart sinking as he ran to her. Overcome with emotions at the sight of her collapsed on the bathroom floor.
"Wake up! Brook! Baby you can't do this to me!" Lucas exclaimed. Cradling her in his arms.
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Awhile Later
After checking in with Lena. Keith had gathered the courage to go back to the Scott Home. Seeing Brooke in such a vulnerable way affected the teenager more then he could admit. What he hadn't expected to see was Brooke being lead into an ambulance with Lucas trailing behind her. With an expression of fear and concern on his face. As he boarded the ambulance.
"I don't know how long she's been like this. And i don't know what she took! Just get to the hospital now!" Lucas yelled.
"I have every right to be in there! She's my mom." Keith confirmed. Sitting down beside Lucas.
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