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Haley walked into her living room and smiled at all the friendly faces she was greeted by. All her closest friends and family member. The people that loved and cared for her most. All were gathered to celebrate Haley. Not just Haley but also her companion. The other half that made her complete. Her one true love. Haley looked down as little Mackenzi wrapped her arms tightly around Haley's leg and smiled.

H. Hey Baby girl what are you up too? lifting the little girl off the ground you causing any trouble?
M. Now what would make you tink a thing like that Aunt Hales?
H. laughed that's right, you baby girl are a perfectly sweet angel right?
M. Wrong. I no longer a baby girl Aunt Hales. I'm free years old. Me big girl now.
H. Oh is that what daddy told you?
M. nodded her head proudly Yep daddy tell me a lot of things. Did you know daddy even told me a secret? He said I no tell anyone else. Isn't that great?
H. sure is baby g... I mean little lady.
M. giggled wittle wady? Is that me?
H. Sure is. Since your Free I might as well make your name more grown up.
M. Aunt Hales I'm not free, I'm free. stated simply holding up three of her fingers.
H. Oh I see. So are you gonna tell me what this secret is that your daddy's making you keep?
M. ummm...

Mackenzi put her little finger up to her chin; indicating she was thinking and then made her way out of Haley's arms and over to her father.

M. Daddy can I pwease tell Aunt Hales the surprise secret? Pwease?...

Mackenzi gave a pleading look and her father gave a slight nod and wink signaling it was okay for her to share the secret. She ran over to her mother and sat in her lap.

M.Everybody, Mama and daddy are bwinging me a baby sister or brother to play with. Right now she's sleeping in mama's belly until she grows big like me. rubbing her mother's stomach and whispering softly hewwo in there.. Me your big sister.

There were many cheers of joy and congratulations being directed towards the happily married couple. Haley made her way over to her very close friends. She stood in front of her Buddy of many years and gave her a hug. Brookie. Now I have someone to go through this whole wonderful pregnancy experience with. sighs
B. laughs How's the little guy today?
H. placing her hand over her petite expanding belly well I'm pretty sure he's having a field day right about now. This ones going to be a fighter that's for sure.
B. I'm so happy we're only a few months apart. Our babies will be playmates!

Both girls let out shrieks of excitement and embraced each other. Lucas soon was at their sides, opening his arms widely hugging both the girls, and joining in on their screams. Haley playfully smacked his arm and rolled her eyes.
H. Luke you're such a dork.
L. And that's why you love me Hales.
H. Sure Luke, you just keep telling yourself that.
M. Daddy up. reaching her arms up towards Lucas
L. groaned Come on Kenz, why don't you go play with Jenny. Daddy's tired of holding you.
M. tears forming in her eyes D...Daddy hold?
B. Luke please, honestly. bending down to lift Mackenzi Come on baby. Mommy will hold you.

Tears started to spill from the little girls' eyes as she cried into her mothers shoulder. Brooke shook her head at Lucas and gave him a look.

B. Shhh Mackenzi...don't cry.

Lucas sighed. Just by looking at him you could tell he felt bad for hurting his daughter. He brought his hands to her back and started to rub it in a soothing manner.

L. Kenz, sweetie don't cry.
M. Wh...wh...why you no hold me? sniffs
L. Baby Daddies' shoulder is a little sore right now.
B. Luke!
L. What?
B. You said it was getting better.
L. and it is. It's just a little soar that's all. focusing back on Mackenzi Dry those eyes sweet pea okay? lightly kissed her cheek and ran a hand through her hair Come on why don't you and I go play a game in the other room with Jenny. Does that sound good?

Lucas carefully lifted her out of Brookes' arms and placed her onto the floor. Taking Lucas' hand Mackenzi gave a smile as she dragged her Father away.

M. Can we play tea pawty daddy?
L. Oh of course sweat pea. Your tea is just to die for.

Mackenzi let out a giggle and the two walked off together.

H. Wow he sure is good with her Brooke.
B. Yeah, he's crazy about her. And I'm sure Nathan will be just as good with yours' soon to come. Speaking of Nathan where did he run off to?
H. Um he's around somewhere. I still can't believe it has been three years already. I mean it feels like everyday I spend with him is out of a fairy-tale. He's everything I've ever wanted in my life. He's my prince. I mean it may sound corny but...

Nathan had previously walked into the living room and heard the words his wife had spoken. This had brought a smile to his face and he also had to hold back tears that were threatening to fall. He walked up behind Haley and lightly wrapped his arms around her waist.

N. It doesn't sound corny to me babe. lightly kisses her cheek I feel the exact same way.

Haley turned around and greeted her husband with a soft kiss. Brooke took the moment to head off and mingle leaving the two to be alone. Haley sighed into Nathan's' mouth and gave one last peck on the lips before pulling away entirely.

N. So we made it three years.
H. looping her hands with his that we did. We've made it through a lot together. I'm glad I've had you by my side through all these years Nathan.
N. I would have never dreamt of it another. kissing the side of Haley's' temple
H. laughs you know our friends from years ago would be shocked to know that we ended up this way. I never thought there would be a day when I would actually accept a date with you, never mind a proposal. I'm just glad everything worked out this way, for the better.
N. Me too. My life wouldn't be complete without you being a part of it.
H. sighs All I can say is you have definitely made an impact in my life.
N. And you with mine. I'm no longer the same Nathan Scott from high school, that's a given.
H. I agree...you sure have change Nate, we both have. All the mistakes and experiences we shared have definitely made a great difference in our lives. thinks back to her teenage high school years. Sophomore year to be exact...It was the night before all Tree Hill youths would be heading back to school. The last night of so called "freedom." Haley James had just come down the stairs wearing one of her famous outfits. The ones that showed just enough without looking trashy and still making the guys drool over her. She was definitely part of the "in crowd" and people could tell. She was absolutely stunning. She was well known around school, town and just about anywhere. Every girl wanted to be Haley or at least associate with her and every guy wanted her as his own. One more than most. Yes the ever popular Nathan Scott wanted more than anything to be with Haley. Honestly he was a male version of her. The guys wanted to be seen with him and those who didn't just envied him and the girls, well they liked to do the whole swooning thing. Every girl except for Haley James that is. Haley had no interest what so ever in the popular basketball player. This only made Nathan's desire for her stronger. You see Nathan is one of those people that has gotten everything he's always wanted. He has never been turned down by a girl before and being rejected by Haley James intrigued him. He would have to put up a fight and he had every intention on winning his battle, like with everything else. Haley had no desire of this happening now or anywhere near the future. She despised the guy to be exact. True Haley and Nathan were both crowned most popular in there environment and both were a part of the same crowd, they were both very different types of people. Nathan was an arrogant Jerk who got everything his little heart desired. He never had to work for anything and everything was just simply handed to him. Woman groveled at his feet left and right and he loved it. Nathan also was aware of his charming good looks and made it known to everyone that he was referred to as a "god" as some woman put it. He was definitely a cocky one. Nathan cared to much for himself and always put his needs first, Haley despised it. She on the other hand was an exact opposite. True she was popular and loved by most but she didn't let that stop her from being a down to earth, lovable girl. Haley's parents unlike Nathan's were not as fortunate. They didn't have the wealth that the Scott's obtained. They never would. Haley's Dad Garry James was a hard worker. He owned a body shop and made an average amount of pay while Haley's motherDianna James worked part time at a nursing home, helping take care of the elderly. They were a quaint family and good company to be around, well most of the time. Despite some problems with her mother, Haley still could keep and upbeat attitude. She cared for everyone. It didn't matter the popularity status of a person. If they were sweet and had a good personality why outcast them? She was the perfect role model and many young ones looked up to her. Cheerleader of the Tree Hill Ravens was one of her many passions and skills. Her others were tutoring students on her time off, singing in front of her friends and family, helping her dad in the shop, and joining her mother every other weekend at the nursing home. Those were just activities in her life, things she enjoyed doing. She still had to make it to her nightly shift at Karen's Cafe waitressing ; her way of making some cash, finishing up her homework and keeping reasonable grades, doing everyday chores, helping her mother, and every now and then make it to one of the many parties she was expected to attend. Like tonight for instance, the last night of freedom type bash. Everyone who was anyone was supposed to attend. Which made Haley ponder reasons at which she never saw Ricky Thompson at one of these blow outs. He was a smart guy with outstanding grades but little to no friends. Why? Well he was what was considered a nerd at Tree Hill High and nerds were simply not people right? Wrong. Haley hated how the smarter ones or the heavier ones, or the stupider ones were treated badly. They had just as right as anyone to be at one of those parties but were they invited? Of course not. They were not considered anyone. For this reason and many more Haley thought of staying home. "Why associate with this" she thought to herself. But taking one glance at her mother made her reconsider it all. For the last few years Haley James mother, Dianne James has been suffering from alcoholism. Nights when she didn't have to head into work she would stay at home drinking away. Haley looked over at her mother who was sprawled across the couch moaning.

D. Haleyyyy...dropping the bottle of Vodka to the floor with a crash
H. sighs Mom what are you doing!
D. Haley don't yell. My head... it hurtsssss cried
H. Well maybe if you stopped downing so much VODKA YOUR HEAD WOULDN'T BE ACHING raising her voice louder
D. Must you always yell?
H. Must you always do this? picking up empty bottles off the floor and throwing them in a trash bag I'm sick of it!
D. I'm sorry...
H. No... no your not. If you were sorry you would get of your ass and get yourself the help you need. You wouldn't be doing this. LOOK AT THIS PLACE! IM TIRED OF BEING YOUR CARE TAKER! tears starting to fall as she continued to yell GET UP! CLEAN YOURSELF UP MOM! FIX YOUR LIFE! FIX THIS FAMILY! Your pushing us all away, don't you see? Dad's hardly ever around. He spends more and more time down at the shop. Joey hasn't been back here to visit at all this summer and quite frankly i need him. I can't take this anymore. I can't do it alone.
D. oh baby...
H. Don't oh baby me... This is all your fault. You created this mess. All these problems are your doing. Now try to fix them. sighs I'm going to wait for Luke outside. I'll be home late, don't wait up!

Haley walked out the back door and slammed it before letting the remainder of her tears fall. She put a hand to her head and sighed deeply.

N. Hey is everything alright beautiful?

Haley recognized that voice without even having to open up her eyes. The one male voice that made her cringe. It was her cocky, jerk of a neighbor Nathan Scott. Go figure right? The man she disliked most. The only person she had hateful feelings toward was not just part of her crowd, no he was her neighbor. Haley slowly opened her eyes and looked into the deep blue eyes in front of her. She quickly scanned the view before her and it honestly took everything she had inside herself to keep from smiling. Despite the personality Nathan's exterior was completely pleasing to the female eye. He had the perfect length of dark brown hair that made you want to run your fingers through the side. His eyes were the darkest shade of blue adn just seemed to sparkle, his jawline was perfectly cut and it was tempting not to lean over and kiss those lips of his. Nathan also was quite built. His body frame was well more than perfect for a seventeen year old to posses. There was no denying it, he was gorgeous. As Haley continued to check out the sight she noticed a smirk slowly spreading across Nathans face.

N. Like what you see?
H. Please Nathan, don't flatter yourself. she tried wiping the remaining tears that wouldn't seem to stop coming.
N. Is everything alright Hales?

Haley cringed at hearing her nickname being used. The one only her closest friends and family members used. The name given to her by best friend Brooke Davis. Also used by male best friend Lucas Scott.. Yep Nathan Scott's half brother. It's weird how to brothers can be entirely different. Lucas was her brother from another mother and the one she could always go to if she needed a shoulder. Yes those type of people in her life were aloud to call her Hales. Nathan Scott, her only enemy on the other hand was just not. Haley of course did not mention this to him. She would just let it slide this time, next time though would be a different story.

H. I'm fine Nathan, you can go away now.
N. I'm not sure I believe that. You look like a damsel in distress.
H. and let me guess your my knight in shining armor?
N. You'd like that wouldn't you. smiling
H. Only in your dreams Scott.
N. smile changing into smirk Don't I know it. But in my dreams we do more than play damsels in distress. winks Care to make my dreams come true?
H. Ugh... please excuse me while I gag.
N. lets out a laugh I'm not so sure you understand what exactly your turning down here. Sure you don't want to reconsider?
H. Not if you were the last person on earth.

Lucas pulled up in his red Truck that read "Garry's Body shop... We aim to please" loggo on the side. Lucas had worked for her father ever since they met. So really ever since he turned the age of thirteen he had been working with Garry. They formed a close relationship and that made Haley and Luke even closer. Lucas honked the horn twice indicating his arrival.

H. sarcastically Well as much fun as this has been and oh i mean bundles that is my ride and unfortunately that means my departure.
N. Oh so sad to hear that. You'll be missed dearly. gives a laugh you going to the party?
H. Yeah unfortunetly
N. Well you know I'll be there. In the flesh running his hands down his sides I know you won't want to miss that..raising his voice SO I WILL CATCH YOU LATER BABE!

Haley had already started walking away toward the truck when Nathan started to speak and wasn't paying attention to much he was saying. She had indeed caught the last bit dew to the fact he had practically screamed it. She turned herself around while opening the door and replied back.

H. NO YOU WON'T! LATER SCUMBAG!

Haley hopped into the truck and gave Lucas a quick peck on the lips.

L. What was with the love fest and my brother just shared?

As much as Haley despised Nathan, Lucas couldn't seem to have those same feelings toward his brother. He was in fact very close with the guy. He did understand where Haley was coming from and he knew how Nathan could be but he also knew the real Nathan. The one no other really knew. The one that only opened himself up to Lucas. The one who confided in him. That Nathan was the one Lucas knew and really liked. But Haley never got a chance to see that. Lucas knew it was hopeless reasoning with her. She already had her mind set and that was fine with him. He was just hoping some day she could see... one day she would truly meet and understand the REAL Nathan Scott, the one he called his brother.

L. You know from over here it looked as though you two were having a moment.
H. laughed ugh he wishes. Nope actually just the usual banter, nothing new. You do have perfect timing though. I should really thank you for that. So how's my bestest buddy?
L. Great but I think I should be asking you that question. You look pretty down buttercup. What's got you so sad? leaned over and brushed away a tear that escaped from Haley's eye
H. breathing deeply and chocking out the words in a whisper Mom...paused she's just... wearing me out.
L. Have you talked to Joey lately?
H. No I don't want to put him through this misery.
L. Oh and you should go through it all alone?
H. Well why should two suffer when One can handle it just fine.
L. Well maybe...
H. interrupting Luke please, lets just not talk about it.
L. but...
H. pleadingly please. I just want to have fun tonight. Leave everything at home and just have some fun with my best friend.
L. Alright. smiles Now are we ready to PARTY?...