Chapter 8- Romantic Detention?

LUNCH

Nate took his usual seat in the cafeteria and Hope soon joined. 15 minutes in, no Haley.

Nathan: Hope, have you seen any sign of Haley.

Hope: No, why?

Nathan: She just said she was gonna eat lunch with us.

Hope: Well, she might be with her new boyfriend, Dean.

Nathan: Oh, ok.

He looked up and saw Haley pass by with her new boyfriend. Haley and Dean had been on again, off again, for the past 2 years. Haley had cheated on many guys, but never Dean. Nathan was hopping to be the one to tame her. Lunch came and went, and soon, 4th period was underway.

Nathan took his usual seat, as did all the others. He spent the entire period thinking. Should he, or shouldn't he kiss her? He had to, he just had to. Maybe he should wait for a sign, yeah, that's what he was going to do.

The bell rang.

Nathan got up from his seat and Haley walked up to him.

Haley: You ready?

Nathan: For what?

Haley: Nathan, it's Thursday, we have detention.

Nathan: OH, right, I forgot about that.

Nathan bent over and kissed Hope, on the forehead.

Nathan: See you later Hope.

Hope: Bye Baby

Nathan and Haley walked into the hall. They walked down to the detention room. There was a note on the door:

Dear Students,

Detention has been moved to the library.

Nathan looked at Haley.

Nathan: Wow, some punishment

Haley: I know, sit on a big couch for 45 minutes and talk.

Nathan smiled. They made their way down to the library and found themselves the biggest, comfiest couch in the most private area.

Nathan took a seat near the one end, Haley next to him.

Nathan: So, I what happened to you at lunch?

Haley: Oh, I'm sorry, I forgot. I was hanging out with…

Nathan: Dean?

Haley: Yeah

Nathan: Yeah, I heard

He looked away and Haley looked kind of upset. A tension grew between the two.

Haley: So, how are you and Hope?

He cringed and winced.

Haley: That bad?

Nathan: Yea, actually, no day is good with Hope. Quite frankly, I'm tried of it.

Haley: That sucks.

Nathan: Yeah. I'm probably going to break up with her.

Haley: Usually, I'd say no, but her and I aren't really getting along right now.

Nathan: Really?

Haley: Yea, she kind of likes Dean, and now, I'm dating him, she thinks it's just to get back at her. Also, she doesn't like you and I hanging out.

Nathan: She ALWAYS has a hidden agenda!

Haley: Check it out.

She pointed forward. There was a TV, Spiderman was playing.

Nathan: How idiotic do you have to be to play a movie during detention?

Haley: Works for us.

Nathan smiled and looked over at her. He had her right here, next to him. If only she knew. What did she care, she had a boyfriend; One of the most popular guys in school. Yet, Nathan's heart was beating uncontrollable. He felt as if something coated his esophagus. His breathing became intense and all he could think about was touching her; feeling her sin against his. He just sat there and watched her. She was an angel, a miracle, a Rose. He wished she was his Rose. But, she didn't want it. He smiled at her.

Haley: What?

Nathan: nothing, just thinking

Haley: About what?

Nathan: You'll see.

She smiled softly. They continued to watch the movie. Halfway through, he realized that she was leaning against him. HE enjoyed the sensations. He felt every part that was against him, tingle and shimmer as it sent senses and shivers up his spine.

Nathan Thinking: Don't get yourself excited man; she probably doesn't even realize it. She's probably just, into the movie.

They stayed like that until the movie ended. Haley got to her feet. He groaned in his mind.

Haley: Well, detention's over. I guess I'll see you later.

Nathan: Umm, hey Hales, are you doing anything tonight?

Haley: No

Nathan: Want to head over to the teen club. Grab some sodas or something?

Haley: Sure. How about I meet you there in an hour? We'll go back to my place after.

Nathan: Okay, see you then.

Haley left and Nathan pumped his fist. But, he had to dump Hope first. This wasn't going to be easy. He loved Hope, but he might love Haley. He needs to know!

Nathan ran home and called Hope.

Hope: Hello?

Nathan: Hey Hope.

Hope: Nathan, how was detention with little miss creep?

Nathan: Do NOT call her that!

Hope: Why not? She called your girlfriend a whore!

Nathan: You're not my girlfriend, at least anymore!

Hope: What? Why are you breaking up with me?

Nathan: There's someone else.

Hope: I already told you Nate, she doesn't like you and never will.

He laughed.

Nathan: Nice try Hope, you lied to me. This is one of the reasons we are breaking up.

Hope: What are you talking about?

Nathan: Don't try and play all innocent on me. You guys NEVER had that conversation last night. You know why I know? I was trying to talk to her to do some damage control and turns out, she wasn't even home last night.

Hope: Nathan, if you break up with me, I can't go on, you're my everything. I'll do something stupid.

Nathan: Do not try the whole, if you don't stay with me, I'll ill myself thing. It's just annoying, and pathetic. Get a life!

Hope: But Nathan, I love you.

Nathan: Hope, if you really loved me, you would have had a hard time lying to me. I do love you, don't get me wrong. But, I don't trust you. Without trust, love means nothing. Good bye Hope.

Nathan hung up. He changed into his best jeans and nicest looking shirt. He then put on is cologne and re-did his hair. He then, left out the door for Haley's. Sure, he felt bad for Hope but, this is what he wanted. Also, she lied to him. It would be different if she would have confessed by the end of the day, but she didn't. He must stick true to his feelings.

He got to her doorstep and knocked. You heard footsteps run down stairs. Then, the door swung open to reveal the beauty behind it.

Nathan: WOW, Hales, you look, wow.

She had her blondish brown hair curled fairly tightly, and it dangled and danced dazzlingly on her shoulders. She wore a pair of tight jeans and a pink tank. She smelled amazing.

Hope: Not looking' so bad yourself Scott.

He smiled.

Nathan: Ready to go?

Hope nodded. Tric was about a five minute walk. His mother, Karen, and father Keith owned it, along with "Karen's Café" downtown.

They smiled at each other and Nathan extended his arm so Haley could put hers through it. She did and they started to walk.

Haley: You smell good. What is that?

Nathan: Thanks, it's umm, Bulgari Aqua, Hope actually bought it for me.

Haley: I like it.

Nathan: Thanks. And I sense, that So? stuff?

Haley: Nice Nate.

Nathan: It's an acquired skill.

Haley laughed as they continued their journey. When they got to the club, Nathan ordered them each a Coke.

Haley: My treat.

He laughed.

Nathan: Haley, put your money away. It's free for us, my parents own this place. Even if it wasn't free, a lady never pays!

She blushed. He too the last sip of his Coke and noticed that she was done also. He put his hand out as "I'll Be" by Edwin McCain came on.

Nathan: May I have this dance?

Haley: Why, of course.

She smiled as he led them out to the dance floor. They were the first couple on and in the middle of the floor. He smiled down at her, as he lowered his hands to her waist.

She wrapped hers around his neck. He smiled at her, as she pulled him closer. He took this lead and moved his hands to her lower back and pressed her against him. The second he did that, his eyes fluttered shut as a shock of electricity escaped her body and shocked his. He looked down at her and knew that this was right.

HALEYS POV

As Nathan pulled her close, everything she ever had, everything in her, rushed up and hit her hard. She layed her head down on his chest and let him pull her closer. She could really smell him now, and it was invigorating.

Haley: I never new you were such a good dancer.

Nathan didn't say anything. She liked him, that was for sure, but, she loved Dean. She had never been in love before. She had giving guys many things, cheated on them, she was a tramp. But, Dean had always been the one she was cheating with, never on.

But, Nathan was so different he wasn't like any of the guys she dated. They were all jerks. Even Luke wasn't that great of a guy. Nathan was sweet and kind, generous, also, a great gentleman. He was the kind of guy, who would hold the door open, for the kid in the wheelchair. Where as, all the other guys would shove him down the stairwell. She nuzzled closer to him and felt his arms pull her closer. She wished that he was hers but, could she do that to Dean?

NATHANS POV

The song ended and, even though he didn't want to let go, it would be weird if he didn't, so he did.

Nathan: Thank you, that was, nice

Haley: Yeah, nice. Want to head back to my place?

Nathan: Sure.

She took his hand and led the two out the door. A short breeze congealed their faces, he felt her shiver and he took off his jacket and hung it over her shoulders. She looked up at him and smiled.

Haley: Thanks

Nathan: No problem

They kept walking and, as soon as they kit the corner of the street, he noticed Haley starting to sway and swerve. He looked over at her.

Nathan: Haley you ok?

Haley: Yeah, fine.

She looked really pale.

Haley: Just kind of hungry.

Luckily, Nathan was a health buff. He new most symptoms. Mainly, it was because he had had them before.

Nathan: What have you eaten all day?

Haley: A chip, a few fries and that Coke.

Nathan: You're blood sugar's just low.

Haley: But I'm not diabetic!

Nathan: You don't have to be diabetic to have a low blood sugar.

Haley: Oh.

Nathan: Do you think you can make it home?

Haley: I think so.

Her eyes started to shut.

Nathan: Just hold on, we'll get some food in you soon.

They started to walk. She got weaker, he could sense it. Eventually, she dropped.