Haley's POV

Flashback

I rolled over and saw a peaceful Nathan sleeping next to me. I had to pinch myself because I honestly thought I was dreaming. I looked underneath the covers and saw I was naked. It definitely was not a dream then. All the hot dreams I had about Nathan finally came true and the real thing was infinity times better.

I'm not sure what this means for our relationship. Are we dating now or is this just sex?

A few minutes later, I felt Nathan put his hand on my shoulder.

"Good morning," his voice heavy with sleep.

"Morning," I whispered back trying to hide the smile on my face.

"I think I should leave now," he said as he got up from the bed.

In that split second, the smile was gone and replaced with a frown.

"Oh o.k. I see how it is. You are one of those hit it and quit it guys. I'm sorry Nathan, but I am not that type of person. What happened to you telling me that you were looking for a serious relationship? I guess that was just a bunch of bullshit then. Oh I get it. Since I told you about my life, you finally realized that it would be too much to handle? You should have figured that out last night. I keep putting myself out there and you keep blowing. It's probably good because nothing you say or do is going to surprise me anymore," I blew up at him and would have continued, but his lips crashed into mine.

This kiss was filled with passion, honesty, urgency, and something else I couldn't pinpoint.

I pushed him away hesitantly and asked him, "Why did you do that Nathan?"

"Because I wanted to," was his answer.

"Yeah," I whispered before throwing myself into his arms. I kissed him back with everything inside of me.

After our very nice makeout session ended, I asked him why he was going to leave.

"Well I am supposed to have lunch with Lucas and Peyton today. I wasn't going to wake you up because you looked so peaceful. However, I did want a goodbye kiss from you. I'm sorry I made you mad. That was not my intention. I still want to have a relationship with you, Haley. Last night and this morning were absolutely amazing. I've had one night stands before. Let me assure you….what happened between us was not a onetime thing. I feel a little bit embarrassed to be telling you this; however, since the day we met I have been having really hot dreams about you. You have to know the real thing was even better than I ever imagined. I really like you Haley and it's scaring the shit out of me. I've never felt this strongly about anyone in my entire life. At the same time, I am afraid to run from this because I think what we have is special and not something to just throw away," he explained making my heart race even faster.

"I feel the same exact way Nate. I already owe you my life and I don't want to give up this feeling of happiness that I have. You broke through my walls Nathan Scott, which is a feat in itself. When you touched my heavy heart, you made it light. Thank you for everything. Now you are not allowed to leave this bed because I said so," I admitted to the man I was slowly falling in love with.

"If I could, I would stay in this bed with you for the rest of my life. However, I still promised Lucas and Peyton I would have lunch with them. So I will stay with you for a little bit longer and leave around 11:30am. Is that alright with you," he asked with a smirk on his face.

I nodded my head and we wrapped ourselves underneath the covers. He wrapped his arms around me and I snuggled closer into his chest.

"Sweet dreams beautiful," he whispered into my ear.

"Sweet dreams handsome," I whispered back.

End Flashback

Two Weeks Later

It has been two weeks since Nathan and I have been together. We had lunch together every day, took walks in the park, went to visit Sydney at the orphanage (she and Nathan got along very well, which made me very happy), and I also got to meet Lucas and Peyton. Nathan was very eager for me to meet them and vice versa. They seemed very nice and I could tell how much Lucas and Nathan loved each other. Also we have sex every chance we get and haven't spent a night apart except for last night.

He had a very early court date, so we decided it would be better if he stayed at his own apartment.

That was a big mistake because I tossed and turned all damn night. I kept waiting for Nathan to wrap his arms around me and whisper naughty things into my ear. I can't believe how much I missed and needed him. This feeling scared me to death but made me happy at the same time.

Before heading to work, I stopped at the coffee shop and bought the biggest cup of coffee ever. I needed it to stay awake during work.

I made it to my office and I began to do the mountain of paper work on my desk. I happened to look at my cell phone and saw I had a text from Nathan.

-Good morning beautiful. Last night was awful without you in my arms. That can never happen again. I will call you as soon as court lets out.

The rest of the morning flew by and before I knew it, lunch time came.

I bought my own lunch today because I figured Nathan would still be in court. Brooke was in LA promoting her new men's line and Sydney was at school, so they were both out.

My desk phone began to ring and I saw it was my secretary Hannah.

"Ms. James, Nathan is on line 1 for you," she said.

"Thanks Hannah," I said quickly connecting to line 1.

"Hello," I said with a smile on my face.

"I miss you," his voice sounded lonely.

"I miss you too," I admitted knowing it was true.

"What are you wearing right now?" he demanded to know.

"Nathan!" I exclaimed and felt my face turn a thousand shades of red.

"Are you not going to answer the question Ms. James?" he asked laughing softly.

"I plead the fifth on this one," I joked.

"Alright, I'll hopefully see what you are wearing soon," he said.

"How was court today?" I asked.

"It was good and went better than I expected. Also it went faster too. So I am free for the rest of the afternoon. What do you say of playing hooky from work and spending the rest of the day with me?" he asked.

"That sounds absolutely wonderful. Do you want to meet somewhere?" I said feeling so happy right now.

"I'm almost at your office so just wait there for me. See you soon beautiful," he said.

We said our goodbyes and I waited anxiously for my boyfriend.

I got butterflies in my stomach every time I called Nathan my boyfriend.

Nathan's smirk would turn into a full blown grin every time he called me his girlfriend.

Ten minutes later, I heard a knock on my door.

I quickly opened it and before I had time to think, I was pinned against the door.

Nathan's lips crashed into mine and we both moaned at the sensation.

His lips soon traveled to the spot behind my ear that drove me wild and he whispered, "oh god baby I missed you so damn much last night. We are not allowed to be apart ever again."

I nodded my head and begged him to kiss me again. He complied willingly and we made out for the longest time.

Luckily Nathan locked the door before pinning me against it because I did not want anyone interrupting us.

Nathan lifted me up and I wrapped my legs around his waist. He walked us to my desk and cleared everything off it with one swift of his hand.

He slowly laid me down on top of it and we began to take off each others clothes.

Nathan grabbed a condom out of his wallet and I slipped it onto his erection.

He didn't waste any time and just plunged right into me. I bit my lip to keep myself from screaming.

I could feel the desk moving with each thrust he made and it suddenly hit me that one of my hot fantasies was coming true.

I wrapped my legs around his waist and begged for him to go harder.

Our moans were getting louder and I was afraid someone was going to hear us.

I kissed Nathan and our lips stayed connected for the rest our time together.

About five minutes later, we both had earth shattering orgasms.

After we caught our breath, we pulled away from each other hesitantly.

We quickly put our clothes back on and walked hand-in-hand out of my office.

In the elevator ride, we made out once more until we made it to the first floor.

While we waited for a taxi, I told Nathan something important.

"We just fulfilled one of my fantasies," I whispered in his ear.

"Oh really?" he smirked at me.

I think he would have kissed me, but a taxi pulled up at that moment.

We got in and Nathan told him the address of our favorite place to eat lunch: Starbucks on Broadway Avenue.

I enjoyed our lunch and I know Nathan did as well. Afterward, we took a walk to the shopping district. I mentioned to him that Sydney's birthday is tomorrow and I need to get her a present.

"Would it be alright if I got Sydney a present as well?" he asked curiously.

"Aww Nate. I think she would absolutely love that," I exclaimed feeling giddy. When I mentioned to Chris that he should get Sydney a birthday present, he laughed in my face.

Nathan dragged me into a store and I suddenly realized we were in Tiffany's & Co.

"Nathan, what are we doing in here?" I asked confused.

"Sydney needs something good in her life and having a charm bracelet from here will definitely make her happy. She has been through so much at such a young age and she deserves a great present. Plus I really want her to like me. I know you told me that she and Chris didn't get along. I don't want the same for us," he explained.

I gave him a quick kiss and I helped him pick out the charm bracelet.

Later, we went to Sam Ash and I bought Sydney an electric keyboard. She loves music and I know she has always wanted a keyboard.

After that we went to Macy's and I picked out a cute dress for Sydney to wear. It is a black and white dress with floral prints and polka dots.

I had a lot of fun shopping with Nathan. He doesn't seem like the type to like shopping, but he definitely proved me wrong.

We finally made it back to my apartment and I made us mac and cheese for dinner.

I called Sydney after dinner and she was happy to hear from me.

I told her that Nathan and I were going to take her out to dinner tomorrow night for her birthday.

I swear I almost went deaf because she screamed very loudly.

When she finally calmed down, I told I would pick her up after school. She would get ready at my apartment.

A few minutes later, I hung up the phone. I turned around and noticed Nathan was gone. I looked in the living room and kitchen, but couldn't find him.

I was getting kind of angry because I thought maybe he left the apartment.

Then I heard a noise come from my room. I ran in there and saw Nathan lying on my bed in only his boxers.

"Ms. James, you are wearing far too many clothes for my liking," he demanded and the smirk on his face almost made my knees go weak.

He got up from the bed, took me in his arms, and kissed me tenderly.

My clothes were off in a matter of seconds along with his boxers. Once again, we spent the rest of the night having sex. I don't think we fell asleep until 3 or 4am.

I woke up around 10am and decided to make breakfast.

I stole Nathan's shirt and then made my way to the kitchen.

While I waited for the food to be ready, I quickly texted Sydney and wished her a very happy 16th birthday.

She texted me back saying, "Thanks Haley. The greatest present in the world that would make me super happy right now would be for you and Nathan to adopt me."

My heart felt sick because my feelings for Nathan were getting stronger and of course Sydney pressured me every day to marry him so we can adopt her.

I'm not sure if Nathan and I have a future together. The sex has been great and I love hanging out with him. Eventually, it's going to get old and Nathan is going to get bored. I should probably break up with him before this gets worse.

My heart hurt just thinking about that because I knew deep inside he is the one for me.

I went to check to make sure our breakfast didn't burn and I felt Nathan wrap his arms around me.

"You look hotter in my shirt than I do," he whispered into my hair as he kissed my neck.

He turned me around and we kissed each other good morning.

He helped me set the table and we enjoyed our "family" style breakfast.

After cleaning up, we said goodbye. Nathan was going back to his apartment to get ready for tonight.

I took a shower, straightened up my room, wrapped Sydney's presents, and then headed for Sydney's school.

When she saw me, she gave me a huge hug. We went back to my apartment and I gave her the dress. She absolutely loved it of course.

Around 5:30pm, Nathan called me and said he was on his way.

While we waited, I gave Sydney the keyboard.

She totally flipped out (in a good way) and began to play it immediately.

Nathan showed up ten minutes later looking absolutely handsome.

The three of us went to the Ellen Stardust Café because this is Sydney and I's favorite place to eat. It is so cool because the waiters and waitresses sing for the customers.

I could tell Sydney and Nathan really liked each other. It brought a smile to my face and it warmed my heart. It also broke my heart because this wouldn't last.

Nathan gave Sydney the charm bracelet and I could see the tears in her eyes.

"Nathan and Haley, this has been the best birthday I have had since before my parents died. I will always be grateful for the two of you coming into my life. That is why I have a proposition for you. Since I already love you Haley and I know one day I will love you Nathan, I honestly think you two should get married. This way you can adopt me and we can be a family. Please think about it," Sydney admitted and I seriously wanted to hurt her right now.

After Sydney's proclamation, the tension between Nathan and I was so thick you could cut it with a knife.

He barely looked at me and I couldn't bear to look at him either. Sydney remained quiet as well.

The taxi ride back to the orphanage was silent and awkward.

Nathan waited in the cab while I walked Sydney inside.

Once we made it to her room, I yelled at her.

"Sydney, what the hell is your problem? I told you time and time again. I am not marrying Nathan. You should probably know this now but I was going to break up with him tonight. It's just not working anymore and it's not fair to lead him on like this. Now you just ruined everything. I love you Sydney and you know that. I'm sorry but I am never going to be able to adopt you. I am just going to have to work harder to find you a family."

"Oh my god Haley! Stop being such a damn coward. I know your parents fucked you up, but you can't let them control the rest of your life. That is why you emancipated yourself from them. I can see it in your eyes that you love Nathan. I am fairly certain he loves you too. I love you as well Haley and if you don't want to marry Nathan, it's o.k. Don't throw this relationship away because of me or the fact that you think you can never be happy. I'm sorry for what I said to Nathan. It was wrong and I hope you can forgive me," she explained.

"I forgive you Sydney and I will think about what you said," I said as we hugged.

I left her room and wiped the tears from my eyes. I went back to the cab and then Nathan and I went back to my apartment.

I wasn't sure what to say or what to do now.

Nathan took me into his arms and I completely lost it.

He tried to soothe me but I just couldn't stop crying.

The next words that came out of his mouth shocked the hell out of me.

"Let's get married."