Kind of a filler chapter. Don't really like this one, but I am so frustrated with this chapter! I've been working on it for like 3 days and I can't get it the way I want it to sound. Oh well! Enjoy!

"Haley!" Brooke yelled as she wrapped her arms around the shocked girl. "Let's go play a game!"

"I, um, I gotta go," she said tears already falling and ran off. Brooke stood there confused as to what was going on and then saw Ashley on top of Nathan.

"What are you doing," Nathan exclaimed as he pushed her away. "I'm married."

"But don't you want this?"

"No," he shoved her off his lap so he could get up. Then Brooke came over. "Look I can explain, I—"

"No it's okay, I saw everything." She slapped Ashley across the face. "What the hell is your problem?"

"Where's Haley?" He asked almost afraid to ask.

"I don't know, she took off when she saw you." Nathan winced and ran off to find her. "Oh no I'm not done with you yet," Brooke said as Ashley tried to walk away.

"Catfight!" Someone yelled and all the guys were cheering on Brooke.

"What's going on," Peyton asked Jake.

"Some sort of fight," he shrugged. They walked over to the circle that had been formed around the girls.

"Brooke!" Peyton yelled. Jake got in there and successfully pulled Brooke off of Ashley.

"Stay away from us," she snarled at the scratched up blonde. Then she turned to Peyton. "We gotta go get Lucas and then find Haley. She took off."

"How could he do this to me? Dan was right. He said the minute a pretty blonde walked into Nathan's life, I was gone. What did I do to deserve this?" Haley had run to her old house and was on the porch swing. Yes, there were new people living in the house but her parents left the swing out in the backyard. The elderly couple loved Haley and didn't mind if she hung out on the swing. It was where she always went when she needed time to herself. Like when she was younger and her parents were trying to solve another Taylor problem when Haley had problems of her own. It was her safe place, even if it was out in the open.

"Hales?"

"Yeah, I'm here," she sniffled.

"Is this seat taken?"

"No go ahead." Lucas sat down next to her. He knew that she always came to the swing when she was feeling bad. Yet another reason why they were best friends. He reached over and gave her a hug.

"It'll be ok Hales. It was unintentional, he would never hurt you."

"So why was he making out with some other girl?"

"One, he was wasted. Two, I'm pretty sure the girl came on to him. Come on, let's go back to my house."

"What happened," Karen asked in alarm when Lucas and Haley walked into the house.

"It's nothing," Haley brushed it off. "I think I'm just going to go to bed if that's alright."

"Sure, sleep in my room Hales."

"Thanks. And tell Nathan I love him, and I trust him, I just need some time."

"Okay, goodnight." Once Haley left the kitchen, Karen started asking the questions which Lucas had to answer.

"Tell me what happened!"

"Okay, okay, it's nothing too bad I guess. We were at this party and everyone was pretty wasted. This new girl who Haley had sort of befriended came on to Nathan and started kissing him. Haley saw and ran off before Nathan got the chance to push her off."

"Poor Haley. I want to go find that girl and smack some sense into her. Who does she think she is?"

"Don't worry, Karen, I already took care of her," Brooke said as she walked in the door. "Is Haley here?" Peyton, Jake, and Nathan stumbled in behind her as Lucas just nodded.

"I have to go see her," Nathan said, but Lucas stopped him.

"No you don't. She said to tell you that she loves you, but she just needs some time. Just wait until morning to see her. You all can crash here if you want."

"Slumber party," Brooke cheered. "I'll make the popcorn, Luke you put in some movies!"

"Well I think I've had all the fun I can handle tonight, I'm going to bed," Karen chuckled and they all said goodnight. The 5 teenagers left went into the living room to watch the movie.

"Lukeeee do we have to watch this movie again," Brooke complained.

"What movie is that," Peyton asked.

"The Day After Tomorrow. Don't get me wrong, I liked it the first, oh 5 or 6 times, and Jake Gyllenhaal is a total hottie, but it's getting old. I don't even understand how Luke likes it, there aren't even any hot girls!"

"Fine, you pick a movie, but I swear to God if you pick the Notebook…"

"Too late," she squealed as she put the DVD in the player. "Sit back and enjoy boys." About halfway through the movie, the guys had all fallen asleep. Brooke and Peyton decided to leave them there and go visit Haley. They quietly walked into the bedroom.

"What are you guys doing here," Haley asked. She was sitting on the bed reading.

"Slumber party, what else," Peyton rolled her eyes and laughed.

"Exactly! And it's just not the same without you there tutorgirl, so why don't you come out and join us? I'm sure superstar would love to see you."

"I don't know you guys."

"Is it about what happened tonight?"

"Not really. I trust Nathan and I'm really pissed at Ashley. It just hurt to see that." The other 2 nodded in agreement.

"Well you don't have to worry about Ashley," Peyton chuckled. "Brooke already took care of her."

"That's right tutorgirl, I kicked her ass just for you."

"Aw, you're the best Tigger!"

"I know," she shrugged and grinned. "So come on and join us. It'll be fun. The guys are all asleep anyways."

"Are you going to take no for an answer?" Brooke shook her head no. "Alright, I'll come out."

"Let's go wake them up! Hmm, if only Anna was here, I was thinking whip cream," Peyton snickered.

"Haha goldilocks, real funny. We don't need whip cream to wake them up. Let's just go get comfortable on say.. their laps!" The 3 girls giggled as they got up and went back into the livingroom. Brooke and Peyton sat down where they were originally and Haley slid next to Nathan on the floor. On instinct, his arm wrapped around her. Soon the movie ended and everyone was asleep.

The next morning, Karen made breakfast for everyone. Jake, Peyton, Brooke, and Lucas were out in the kitchen eating while the other 2 were still sleeping. Nathan woke up next. He was surprised to see Haley next to him. Just seconds later, her eyes fluttered open.

"Hey," she said groggily.

"Hey yourself, what are you doing here? I was forbidden to see you last night."

"I wanted to join your slumber party."

"Finally, you're up," Brooke called from the kitchen. "Get in here and eat sleepyheads!"

"Why didn't you guys just wake us," Haley asked.

"Because you looked too cute sleeping there," Peyton said, using the same voice she talks to Jenny with.

"I'm done," Brooke declared. "Let's go shopping today."

"Does she ever stop," Karen asked.

"No," all six replied. "Thanks for breakfast." They made their plans for the day and went off in their separate directions.

It was Monday morning. The weekend was over. And to Haley, that was a good thing for once. She wanted to forget the last 2 days ever happened, as did Nathan. Neither of them were looking forward to seeing Ashley today.

"Ready to face the madness," Peyton greeted them, receiving glares from both. "Okay, sorry I asked."

"No it's alright Peyton, just kind of nervous," Haley apologized. "Better keep an eye on Brooke today. Don't want her going after annoying sluts."

"Hey Nate! Saw that nice piece of ass you were making out with on Friday night," Tim said as he walked over. "What was her name? Abby or something?"

"Tim!" Everyone shouted.

"What? Ow!" Nathan hit the back of his head. "Oh right, you're with Haley now. Got it. How long have you been dating again? I keep forgetting." The others shook their heads as they waited for Brooke and Lucas to get out of the car. Once again, they couldn't keep their hands off each other.

"Think someone should go get them? They might be in there for awhile," Jake commented. Peyton walked up to the window on the passenger side and knocked.

"Come on out Brooke, Haley needs you to play bodyguard today!" Lucas and Brooke both jumped in surprise, hitting their heads on the roof. They fixed their ruffled shirts and checked their hair in the mirror before coming out.

"Finally, they came out for air," Nathan smirked. Then the bell rang and they all headed for homeroom.

After homeroom, Brooke and Haley went to their first class, world studies. Brooke was yet again complaining about the new freshmen on the cheerleading squad. "Hales, please try out, even you are better than them."

"That makes me feel so much better Brooke, but no."

"So have you and Nathan started planning your wedding?"

"Not really. We've just been busy with school starting and all. I think we're going to do it on our 1 year anniversary, which is still a few months away."

"You know what I just thought of! We should throw you a bachelorette party!"

"We already did. And even the first time was after we were married. But I promise you can get drunk at our reception, how about that?"

"That works too."

"Ok class, quiet down," the teacher silenced everyone. "I'm going to assign quarter projects today. You'll be in groups of 3 or 4 and will research the topic assigned. You need to prepare some sort of presentation on the topic to present on the due date. Any questions?" There was silence. "Alright, here are your groups. Ben, Erika, and Brooke, you're doing the French Revolution. Nick, Craig, and Phillip, your topic is the Spanish Inquisition. Brooke, Haley, and Ashley, your topic is the Protestant Reformation."

"Please tell me there is more than one Ashley in this class," Brooke said with her eyes closed. She opened them just in time to see the blonde girl she beat up head over towards them. "I need to fix my karma." Haley laughed at her but she was just as upset at the news.

"Hey guys," Ashley timidly greeted them. "So I have some ideas about the project, I was thinking maybe we could meet after school?"

"Sure, you guys can come over to my apartment," Haley said and Brooke gave her a look as if to say "Are you crazy?" Haley simply shrugged and continued talking about the project.

At lunch that day, Brooke was telling Peyton all about their new 'friend.' The 'friend' that Haley graciously invited into her apartment to work on their project.

"Do I need to come over and referee?"

"Yeah I was thinking everyone could come over. I don't know if I could handle Brooke and Ashley in the same room alone. I don't know if I could handle being in the room. Besides, it will be fun to make her jealous that I have Nathan."

"I've taught you well tutorgirl!"

"Enough about Ashley. You got me thinking this morning about my wedding, Brooke. I started writing ideas down in English. I was hoping you guys would both me my maids of honor?"

"Of course," Brooke exclaimed. "This will be so much fun! We get to pick out dresses and shoes and flowers and get all pampered!"

"Well she's in. Peyton?"

"Of course! I might not get as excited as Brooke but I'd be honored."

"You guys have always been there for me these last couple of years, who else would I ask? You're the best!"

"Aw, do I feel a hug coming on," Brooke said.

"What the hell," Peyton gave in and they all hugged. "I love you too."

"Maybe we should have found a more private place to do this than the cafeteria," Haley laughed noticing the people who were watching them.

"They're just jealous that we get to be the maids of honor in the hottest wedding of the school year," Brooke said. "Actually, the only wedding this school year."

"Yeah, everyone is already jealous enough that you're married to Nathan," Peyton added.

"Including Ashley," Haley rolled her eyes.

"No, I refuse to talk about her," Brooke said. "Finally Broody, what took so long," she wanted to know as the guys finally sat down.

"We had to see Whitey for a second."

"Oh. How boring. Well, we're all going to Nathan and Haley's tonight. Haley said she doesn't trust me in the same room as Ashley so she wants everyone there."

"Why is Ashley coming over?" Nathan asked. "Hasn't she caused enough problems?"

"World studies project."

"That's not all," Peyton said. "Haley wants to make Ashley jealous by making out with you every 5 seconds."

"Peyton!" Haley screamed and punched her friend.

"I gotta agree with goldilocks Hales, you did say you wanted to make her jealous!"

"I can't believe you guys," Haley blushed.

"Hey, I don't mind making Ashley jealous," Nathan smirked.

"Please stop them before they start," Jake said and everyone laughed. They all continued to enjoy their lunch and discuss plans for later.

Later that day, everyone was in the gym once again. The girls for cheerleading, the guys for basketball, and Haley watching everything from the bleachers. She loved to watch Nathan play. He always looked so focused and had an intense stare on his face. And when they won games, he wasn't too bad to be around afterwards. Haley's thoughts made herself blush. Her thoughts were interrupted however by someone walking through the door.

"Guess who's back!"

"What the hell are you doing here?"