Nathan sat in his empty house. Haley left after the fight; she said that she needed to think things through. She told him that she would be staying at Brooke and Lucas' for a while. Nathan looked at the clock. He had to be at Liz's to pick Jaiden up in a half hour. He was tempted to call and say that he wasn't going to be at the game today but decided against it. He got up and walked out the door.

Liz was sitting in her kitchen drinking coffee with Brooke. Brooke was trying to convince Liz to go out with a friend of her and Lucas.

"I don't know Brooke, with Jaiden and all."

"How long has it been since you have been out."

"Since before Jaiden was born."

"LIBBY! Your 22 this should be your prime years."

"Say's the girl who's getting married in a few months."

"I found my dream guy now its time to find yours."

"Alright what's one date."

"Good he will pick you up at seven."

"Tonight?"

Brooke nodded smiling. Liz looked out at Jaiden watching cartoons on the couch. She was wearing her captain's jersey and she was wearing her Raven's hat backwards with a few dark curls sticking out. She ran upstairs fast to pack an overnight bag for her. Liz would have Jaiden stay at Nathan's for the night. The doorbell rang

"Jaiden, Daddy's here!"

She heard little footsteps ran toward the door then a squeal of happiness. Liz walked back downstairs and met up with Nathan and Brooke.

"Do you mind if she spends the night tonight?"

"Uhh well…" Nathan looked at his daughter's face.

"No I don't mind at all. What are you doing tonight."

"I have a D-A-T-E tonight."

Nathan raised his eyebrows and looked at Brooke who was grinning. He picked up the rest of Jaiden's belongings and left the house.

Nathan met up with Lucas at the game. Jaiden ran up to some of the players and started to lecture them. The Raven's were playing were playing there rivals, Nathan was stressed not only from the game but with Haley too. He scanned the crowd half expecting to see Haley in the crowd but didn't. He decided not to think about that now and to keep his head in the game so they Raven's didn't mess up there winning streak. He called the team over and went over the plays to be used in the game. Once the game was started he sat down next to Lucas who had Jaiden in his lap.

"She misses you." Lucas said to Nathan. All Nathan did was nod.

Liz was in her room trying to figure out what to wear. She decided on a knee length skirt with a blue blouse and black dress shoes. Her hair and make-up was perfect. She heard the doorbell ring. She checked herself in the mirror and went down to answer it. Upon opening the door she saw the most handsome man ever. He was tall with tan skin, dark hair and piercing green eyes.

"Hi, I'm Noah."

"Liz."

"You ready?" He said has he extended his hand to hers.

"Absolutely."

The date was going well. Liz felt the need to point out that she had a daughter right away to save the surprise later. They talked about everything. Noah was easy to talk with. He was nice and sweet. He knew how to make her laugh. Liz loved that Noah would actually listen when she talked to him and when he talked it wasn't all about him. She could see herself actually having a relationship with this man. After dinner they went for a walk around the river. There fingered were intertwined and they kept laughing and playfully pushing each other. They stopped, Liz jumped up to sit on the railing, she grabbed Noah's shirt and pulled him close to her. She leaned her head down and kissed him.

The game was over and the Raven's ended up winning by 12 points. Nathan gathered up his things and picked up Jaiden who was sleeping. He brought her to his car and gently put her seat belt on. He sat in the drivers seat for a moment thinking about how much that he missed Haley. She broke his heart when she walked out of the house. On the drive home he thought about the things that he could say to bring her back home.

Lucas walked into his front door to see Brooke and Haley talking on the couch. He assumed that they were talking about Nathan so he walked into the kitchen to give them so privacy.

"Haley why don't you just call him and tell him your sorry."

"I cant do that."

"Why not, I did it with Luke all the time."

Haley thought about it for a moment and picked up the phone. She dialed the familiar number but hung up after the first ring.

"I just need time." She said to Brooke.

Peyton and Jake were lying in Peyton's bed with there clothes scattered all over the floor.

"Wow it's been a long time since I have done that." Jake said pulling Peyton close. Peyton giggled and snuggled up next to him.

"Ready for round two." She asked

"Yeah!" He said as he rolled over onto her.

Nathan struggled to get into his house. He was balancing Jaiden in one arm and trying to get the door open. He finally made it into the house. He put Jaiden into the guest bedroom and changed her into her PJs. He walked out of the room leaving the door open slightly. Nathan went into the living room to watch some TV.

Liz and Noah walked up to her front door.

"I had so much fun tonight." Liz said holding on to both of his hands.

"So did I. I will call you tomorrow." Noah said then kissed her lips. He walked to his car. Liz watched him as he drove away. She walked into her house and noticed the silence. There was no five year old screaming, no TV or music blaring, and no phone ringing. Liz hugged herself slightly almost feeling lonely. She took off her coat and hung it next to the door. She walked into the kitchen and grabbed a beer from the refrigerator. She noticed the letter from Andy sitting on the counter. She observed that the return address said that he still lived in New Zealand. She grabbed a pad and paper and wrote him a thank you note.

"DADDY!" Nathan heard Jaiden scream. He jumped up from his chair and ran to her room.

"What's the matter baby?" He asked concerned.

"Daddy, my tummy has a fever." Jaiden cried. Nathan felt her forehead, she had a fever. He wasn't sure what to do. He never had to deal with sick kids before. He knew that he should call Liz but he didn't want to disturb her date. He took out his cell and called the only person he knew could help him.

"Haley I need your help."

After about an hour with Haley's help they got Jaiden's fever under control.

"Thanks for helping me tonight." Nathan said to Haley

"No problem." They were lying on the floor with Jaiden between them sleeping.

"I was hoping that you would call me anyways." She admitted. He smiled at her then leaned over to gently kiss her lips. The kiss became deeper until Jaiden moving interrupted them. They both sighed and continued to watch TV, secretly stealing looks at each other while smiling.

A/N: I ended with a Naley moment. It's looking good for those two crazy lovebirds. Haha. Next chapter we find out more about Andy's letter and Peyton has a surprise of her own. Review!