Anarchist278: No fluff yet, sorry. I'm getting depressed writing it, hehe. Hopefully soon that'll change. Thanks!
CCScott23: Thanks! Sorry I didn't for a while, but I'm back now. You're on vacation? Lucky you. I guess they're all coping in their own way, which is good, I think.
Cap'nKeiraSparrow: Aw, Nate probably loves it, lol. Brooke's confused, so we'll see what happens.
Beachiegal: Yes, of course. It's Brooke! Most people didn't see it coming, but it's come, and now we just have to wait to see what happens, hehe.
Brucas4ever: Nathan and Brooke are definitely best friends, behind all their bickering. Thanks!
Bubbly-BooMrWafflesluvr: Bubbly-Boo is just-yeah. Too cool. Okay :cough: I'm glad you're sorry, because I had to wash it twenty-six times! Lmao. Nate is very cool. I love him. Rebellious Lizzie! Wow. Yeah, I love The OC. Ryan is too hot. Educational stuff, lol. You want to move in with Brooke and Haley? Lol. Talk about cramped. I thought you'd like Cuddly-Sue, hehe. That's a weird question, lol. They use, uh, Colgate plus. I laughed so hard at the whispering dies thing. Seriously, dude, you're hilarious. Ducky-Goo! Ya-hoo! Very cool clothes. Yep, shoe shopping. I know! I so wish I was Brooke getting a piggy-back ride from Nathan. Thanks, Lizzie! I love your reviews!
Cait: You're so right about the Brooke-psycho mode thing. It may have been a run-on, but it was totally right. You really get this story, which makes me totally happy. It rarely happens. Everyone's always like "Okay?" heh. Oh, okay. Well, I think you should post your stories, because I would so read them.
Jacqueline22392: Aw, that's okay, Jackie! Nathan isn't going to die, lol. I could NEVER do that, lol.
HalesnLukeBFF4ever: Thanks! Yes, Nathan and Brooke equals shoe shopping buddies. Cuddly-Sue, heh. Aw, I'm sorry. How old was she? Oh, okay. I get you. Lmao. Hopefully you won't have to.
Daddyzangel108: Well, I came up with Cuddly-Sue, but Lizzie came up with Bubbly-Boo. Yep! Mr. Waffles, the coolest bear ever! I'm pretty sure they're all girls, lol.
Clarkson04: I was getting all quick, and then I took my mini-hiatus.
Othbaby08: Thanks! Me neither. Crazy indeed. I adore Brooke and Nathan too. I just- love them. And I read your second chapter, and absolutely loved it. Brooke and Nathan rooming together! Yes! It could end Brucas, but then again, it could not, lol. Only I know..
Farah A: Me too. Yep, totally got that from Kristin. It's a fun word, and seemed like something Brooke would use.
FireGazer: Thanks, glad you liked it!
BrucasNaleyluvr: We'll see what happens.
Shehasnotime: Aw, thanks Kristin! Though I highly doubt that's true. Brooke and Haley as roommates equals interesting stuff. I'm not spilling anything, Kristin, hehe. But I'm glad you like Cuddly- Sue.
Naleyforeva: I'm glad you liked it! And I'm not saying anything about whether Naley will stay Naley, but we'll see. Glad you liked the Brooke and Nathan.
Othocfan: I don't know what's up! Maybe you could try again? But I'm glad you like the story!
HaleynNathan23: Glad you liked it. You made plenty of sense, don't worry, lol.
PrincessSparkle15: I love Brooke, too. She's my favorite, followed closely by Nathan. Thanks, it was very fun to write.
Only The Good Die Young
Chapter Thirteen: Mommy and Daddy, Don't You Mind?
A week and a half later, Haley's doctor appointments had gotten more frequent, and Brooke's dedication to Haley had become more serious. That is, seriously annoying.
Nathan and Haley were closer then ever, while Brooke and Lucas grew more and more farther apart daily. It got to the point where Lucas would seem pathetic. He sent Brooke flowers, cards, and chocolates, but she wouldn't accept anything. Her answer never seemed to budge.
Brooke and Haley sat in 'their' room. Brooke was watching a Friends re-run, while Haley was trying to think, nervously fiddling with Bubbly-Boo's ears.
"I'm hungry," Brooke said suddenly, switching off the television, "Want to get some food?"
"Sure." Haley nodded, and the two sisters, linked arms, heading downstairs, towards the kitchen.
Brooke opened the refrigerator, peering inside.
"Okay, so we've got some options. What are you hungry for?"
Haley pursed her lips, thinking. "Pizza."
"You want me to make pizza?" Brooke raised an eyebrow, eyeing her sister carefully.
"Yeah. Try."
Sighing, Brooke pulled out on of the cookbooks she'd just purchased. "If I poison you, I'm apologizing in advanced."
"Apology accepted." Haley grinned.
After two attempts, Brooke had managed to make a pizza. A relatively good pizza. The first pizza had not had enough yeast, and the second, too much. So this third pizza, tasted pretty perfect.
"Thanks, Brooke." Haley said sincerely, giggling afterward.
"I know. Damn, I'm good. Seriously though, next time, let's go for something a little less greasy. Ew."
Both girls began giggling once more.
"So," Haley smiled, "This was fun."
"Yeah, it was. We should do this kind of stuff more often, you know? Like, sisterly bonding time or whatever."
"Sisterly bonding? Brooke, we sleep in the same bed. How much more bonding can we do?"
"Okay Hales, let me tell you what sounded wrong about what you just said.." Brooke made a face of disgust, and Haley chuckled.
"I meant like- we share a room, and we see each other every day. Almost every second of every day."
"Yeah but, we're not laughing most of the time. Not anymore." Brooke said quietly, and Haley shrugged.
"Come on. Keep the mood light."
Tears rushed to Brooke's eyes, and she brushed them away. "Right. Light."
"So anyway, how are you and Lucas?"
"Non existent. How are you and Nathan?"
"Perfect. You know, you could get back together with Lucas. It would make me a lot happier."
"Did he put you up to this? Hales, I really don't want to hear it."
"Well you should. You broke up with him for a stupid reason.."
"A stupid reason? Haley! You're-"
"Dying?" Haley cut her off, and Brooke shook her head rapidly.
"No. You're sick. You're sick. That's it."
"Whatever. You're in denial. Again."
"I'm not! You just-"
Both girls stopped and turned their heads towards the front of the house, where the front door was clearly opening.
Brooke lowered her voice. "You didn't give Nathan a key, did you?"
"No! The only people that have a key are you, me, and-"
"Girls! Where are you?"
Both girls stood up straight, having heard the familiar voice. Grabbing hands, they exited the kitchen, staring in horror at the site before them.
Their parents.
Allison and John Davis stood before them, looking worried but happy. Allison was the first to speak, running towards the girls with her arms opened wide. She latched onto Haley.
"Haley! My baby! I can't believe this! We just talked to the doctor, and headed here as soon as we possibly could! How could you not tell us you were sick?" She pulled away, looking over Haley's tiny frame.
"Oops, we forgot." Brooke rolled her eyes, and her father swallowed hard, giving her a hug.
"Hello Brooklyn." He smiled.
"It's Brooke, dad."
"Of course." He nodded, kissing her forehead, and then moving onto Haley.
Allison was still talking loudly. "And look at your eyes! The huge dark circles are back! I mean, we need to take you to the doctor again so that they can-"
"Allison!" John shouted, attempting to quiet her down, "Please, give the girls some time to talk. After all, it's them we came to see."
Reluctantly, Allison quieted down, giving Haley, who had tears in her eyes, time to speak.
"Why do you even care what happens to me? It's not like you have before." With that, the girl stormed off, towards her room, Brooke hot on her heels.