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Chapter Seven

5 months later…(PRESENT)

"Rach, it's almost time! You ready?"

Rachel nodded with a smile on her face. "I've been waiting for this day forever," she replied. She walked over to her father. "Come on, daddy. It's time."

I smiled at my best friend. Things were never more perfect for her. She was finally becoming Mrs. Marvin McFadden. I've never seen two people so in love… well, that's a lie. Nathan and I used to be, but life got in the way.

"Haley? You ready?"

I gave her another smile. "Of course! Let's get you hitched!" I exclaimed and she laughed.

5 months earlier…(PAST)

I woke up to incessant knocking at my door. I groaned and got out of bed to answer it. Lucas stood at the other side, jittery and attempting to smile. "Hey," He managed to say.

I just nodded. "Coe in and get what you need," I said and walked away.

"Don't you want to know how my night out with Jake, Peyton and her friend went?" he asked, following me.

I sighed. "Not really, but I think you're still going to tell me," I said and walked into the kitchen. There was no reason to try and stop him. He was going to keep hinting at it until he told me. I put on a pot of coffee and faced him. "Well?"

He stared at me for a minute. "I had sex!" he blurted.

I quirked an eyebrow. "Are you trying to hurt me? Cause we're not together anymore, Luke. You can have sex with all the girls you want," I said and then went to get my coffee.

He scoffed. "Don't you think I know that? I mean, you didn't even have the decency to break up with me first before having sex with someone!" he exclaimed. I glared and he held up his hands. "Okay, low blow. What I wanted to say was I actually felt guilty about it at first. Can you believe that? I'm still hung up on you! Now, she was amazing, but I just can't get over you! Besides, she's pretty much like you. She ran off this morning crying about a boyfriend."

I gave him a sympathetic look. "Sorry about that. I guess all women are cheating whores," I said and took a sip. I offered it to him but he declined. "You know, Luke, I liked when we were just friends. I know it's going to take a long time for you to forgive me, if you ever do, but if you do I hope we can be friends again."

He sighed. "You're right, you know," he stood up, shaking his head. "You still think the sun rises and sets on your ass! I don't know if I'll ever forgive you, Haley, and you shouldn't make me feel guilty for something you did!"

I stood as well, pissed off. "I'm not trying to make you feel guilty!" I screamed.

"Oh really? Cause that's what you're saying! You're blaming me for making us more than friends! You only wanted to be my friend, but I kept pushing you until you caved! It's my own fault I got hurt, right? HUH?" he yelled, getting into my face.

I shook my head. "Get out, Lucas. Get your shit and get the hell out of here," I said and walked into my bedroom, slamming the door. I heard him move around before the front door finally slammed. He was out of my life for good.

PRESENT

Rachel stood at the door, awaiting all the bridesmaids to walk down the aisle. I was the last to go before Rachel, seeing as I was the Maid of Honor. I smiled at all the friends and family of hers that I knew. I looked forward to Mouth. He had a huge grin on his face. I knew this was the happiest day of his life. I gave him a wink and he winked right back.

I looked to his right. Nathan Scott stood next to him. He had a cocky smirk on his face like he was undressing me with his eyes, but I knew better. He was trained to look like that. Truth is we haven't spoken much over the past 5 months. It's been a hard but fabulous time for me.

PAST… 3 months

"Rach, I really don't feel like being set up with one of Mouth's friends! I swear, you two think I can't get a guy on my own!" I whined.

She scoffed. "Just relax! It's lunch! Besides, Mouth says you know him somehow. He wouldn't tell me who," she replied as we walked inside.

The hostess led us to a table where Mouth sat with Nathan Scott. "Hey, Haley!" Mouth said and stood up to hug me. "Long time no see."

I gave him a smile as we separated. "Yeah, I've missed you, Mouth. So you're finally marrying Rachel! I thought you were holding out for me!"

He laughed. "Sorry, Hales, I really love this one," he said and looked at Rachel with a dreamy look in his eyes.

She stepped forward and kissed him. She turned to me. "Back away from my man, James!" she exclaimed.

I held up my hands. "I was only kidding, Rach! Besides, I thought you two would never tie the knot! You've been engaged forever!" I turned to face Nathan and nodded. "Nate."

He gave a small smile. "Hales. You look good."

I smiled. "Thanks. I've been really good," I replied, speaking in double meanings.

He quirked an eyebrow. "That's really good. I'm happy for you. I've been great too. You remember Brooke?" he asked. I wanted to hit him but merely nodded. "She's having a baby. We've never been happier."

My jaw dropped. Was he doing this just to get a rise out of me? I quickly put on a smile. "Well, congratulations!"

He nodded. "I send on your condolences to my fiancée," he replied and then turned to Mouth.

PRESENT

That was the day Mouth and Rachel told us we were Best Man and Maid of Honor. I was a bit skeptical of being around him without being with him completely, but brushed off the feeling. This was for Mouth and Rachel. It was their day.

The ceremony was lovely. There was a little crying from both of them and lots of crying from their mothers. The priest announced them to the church and they rushed down the aisle. This was the part I was dreading. I had to be right next to Nathan, my arm in his.

He leaned down to speak to me. "You look beautiful, Hales," he said and then stood up straight, not speaking again.

Lucas POV

I was invited to the wedding before Haley and I broke up. We had doubled with Rachel and Mouth many times and I considered them my friends as well. I didn't want to skip out on it just because Haley was there. I mean, my whole life doesn't revolve around her schedule!

I looked around the reception. She was here somewhere. No, not Haley, Brooke. Brooke Davis was here with the man I loathed. I don't know how he did it but he made every woman I ever loved fall for him. Hell, that's the reason Brooke won't speak to me.

PAST 5 months…

I woke up to see her rummaging about the room. I sat up straight. "Where are you going, Brooke? I thought we could have breakfast together," I said and stood up.

She looked at me with panic in her eyes. "Listen, Lucas, last night was absolutely wonderful. I mean, I'll never forget it!" she started.

I sat back down with a sigh. "I feel a but coming on," I said softly.

She sighed and sat beside me. "I really like you, Lucas. You seem like a great person and you're fantastic in bed!" she exclaimed and I smiled. "But I can't be with you. I have a boyfriend."

I rolled my eyes. "Great, another Haley," I muttered.

She raised an eyebrow. "What?"

I shook my head. "Nothing, you just remind me a lot of my ex-girlfriend," I replied. I stood up. "You can show yourself out, right? I have something I have to do." I didn't give her time to reply. I simply shut the door to the bathroom, took a shower and left. She was already gone before I got out.

PRESENT

She sat at a table, her hand on her protruding stomach. Sure, I was curious as to if it were mine. It certainly was a possibility. Well, she didn't talk to me for about a week. Then she suddenly decided to become Haley completely. We snuck around his back. We almost got caught once and that was when I learned who it was.

None other than the man that stole my Haley.

PAST 3 months…

I kissed Brooke one last time. We sat in my car outside of her apartment. Her boyfriend was out of town visiting friends so we had nothing to worry about. "Don't' you want to come up?" she purred into my ear.

I smiled at her. "Oh, it's tempting, prettygirl, but I'd better go. What if your boyfriend decides to come home early?" I asked, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear.

She sighed. "Fine, you're right. I'll call you tomorrow, okay?" she said and I nodded. She got out of the car and walked straight into him.

"What the hell is this?" he asked, furious.

I looked straight into his eye. "What? We work together!" I exclaimed.

He narrowed his eyes. "You're a fashion designer?" he asked, skeptical.

Quick thinking is amazing. I used a lisp and gave him a huge smile. "Don't you know it, sweetie pie. Brookie here was just helping me with some of my designs," I said.

She gave me a funny look but confirmed it with Nathan. "He's an up and coming designer, Nathan, and I was just helping him."

He nodded. "Sorry, man. You understand why I'm paranoid, right?" he asked with a grin.

I shrugged. "Women aren't my cup of tea, darling, but big strong basketball players are," I said and licked my lips. He gave me a weird look and rushed inside. I winked at Brooke before driving off.

PRESENT

I walked up and sat beside her. "This seat taken?" I asked.

She looked up at me and gave me a small smile. "It is if you sit in it," she replied softly. "What are you doing here?"

I grinned. "I was invited," I replied.

Jake POV

Peyton and I didn't really know Mouth and Rachel well. Sure, we went on some triple dates with them and Nate and Brooke, but never really hung out alone. Nate talked to them and they decided to invite us so we didn't turn it down. Who turns down an open bar?

I thought it was strange that Lucas actually showed up, but I wasn't really surprised. He was still hung up on Haley. I haven't seen him on a date in 5 months! That's not healthy, especially since Haley has a new boyfriend. Some Christian guy or something. I don't know.

Peyton led me over to our table. Brooke and Lucas were sitting there, chatting happily. "Hey guys!" Brooke exclaimed. "Come join us!"