Chapter 5
The next morning
Jamie was wide awake at 7:00. She hadn't been able to sleep very well because she couldn't stop thinking about her date with Lucas. Instead of waking up the other girls, she went into the kitchen to make herself coffee. She finally finished making the coffee when she noticed Brooke walking into the kitchen.
"Morning, do you want anything?"
"Just want to know why you are up so early today."
"Oh, I couldn't sleep. I was tossing and turning all night. It was so weird."
"No, I understand. I went out with Lucas too. The first date with him was insane. I remember that when we went out, I took him to a bar. We played pool and had a couple of drinks. We actually got wasted and then started making out. I even got him to get a tattoo. It was an insane night. It was one of those nights that changed my life. I felt so different after I spent time with him. I never thought that he would cheat on me."
"I know he made a stupid mistake, but he is human. And he has changed. I think that Lucas is a great guy."
"Oh, I know he is, but just be careful. Lucas and I are friends now, but it is still hard to trust him. Anyway, if he hasn't changed yet, I know that you will help him become the guy he always was."
"I don't think I can change anyone."
"Oh, come on. You are like some goody-too shoe. You are the type of person that changes others. Haley was one of those too. She changed Nate for the better. But anyway, do you mind if I take a shower?"
"Yea, of course you can take a shower. The towels are under the sink." Brooke begins to walk upstairs but stops. "Hey Brooke, thanks for helping me last night. I really appreciate it."
"No problem. I think that you and Lucas are cute together. And Lucas needs something good and constant in his life. I think you can give him both. Oh, and now you owe me." Brooke said with a smile as she ran up the stairs. Jamie just laughed at the comment and went outside to drink her coffee. As soon as she sat down on the porch swing she saw Lucas running up.
"Hey, I didn't know you'd be up this early. I figured you girls talked all night and would sleep all day."
"Yea, well we did talk for a couple hours and I couldn't sleep. I just kept tossing and turning."
"Me too, but instead of just sitting around I decided to take a little jog. My intentions were to jog by here in hopes that you were awake and then I was going to say I was just stopping by to get Nate, but I just told you my plan so it won't work now." Lucas let out a small chuckle.
"Don't worry your secret is safe with me. I had a really good time last night. I haven't felt that happy since I was a little girl. I guess I am just trying to say thank you for last night. It was perfect."
"I had a good time to. I can't believe I told you all the things that I did, but I guess I just feel comfortable with you. I know we haven't known each other too terribly long, but I was wondering where I stand with you."
"What do you mean by where do you stand? Do you mean are we going out 'girlfriend/boyfriend' or are we just friends that went out and shared a kiss good night?" Lucas shook his head yes. "Well, I guess I would have to think about it." She pauses for a minute. "Lucas, I really like you. I have liked you since I ran into you the second time. I have never gone out with anyone ever. You are the first boy that I have ever gone out with and the only boy that I have ever kissed. I don't want to get hurt. I don't know how much more hurt I can handle."
"I promise that I won't let anyone hurt you, including me. I know I made a mistake, but I am going to change."
"I heard a quote one day by Mahatma Gandhi which said, 'You have to be the change you wish to see in the world'. Luke, don't just say you are going to change. You have to do it."
"I will, I promise." Lucas said as he leaned in and gave her a little peck on the cheek. "I hate to say this, but I have to get going. I will definitely call you later. Bye Jamie."
"Bye Luke." She said as he ran back down the street. She didn't know what to do. A guy had asked her out. What was she going to tell John? Maybe she could keep it a secret for a while. Jamie finished her cup of coffee and went into the house to get ready for the day. She didn't want to be in her pajamas when John got home. The girls all left after lunch, but of course Peyton had seen Lucas running down the street so they heard what happened. After John got home he was surprised at the mess that he had expected to find and didn't. He had been ready to punish Jamie for leaving his house a mess. When he got home he was greeted with a warm supper and a friendly hello, which also surprised him. At that moment he figured something was up, but he didn't let it ruin the good mood he was in. He had just found out that he wouldn't have to leave for a long weekend again for at least another month or so.