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Chapter 37
"Hales? Talk to me, baby!"
I sighed. I turned from where I stood, watching Emily sleeping in her crib. "What, Nathan?" I asked, my voice strained and weak.
His eyes softened and he opened his arms. "Oh, sweetheart, come here," he said and stepped forward, taking me into his arms. I didn't exactly want to be there, but I didn't protest.
I couldn't stop thinking about the events at dinner. The phone call I received. The results I obtained.
Flashback
"The tests came out negative. You are in perfect health, Haley. You don't need to worry about Emily having it either," she said. "Have a great evening, Haley. Goodbye!"
I hung up the phone. I hadn't said a word since the results. Everyone looked at me, expecting me to say something. I gave them a small smile and said, "I don't have it." Everyone gave a sigh of relief and then stood to hug and congratulate me.
I hugged every person, but Nathan had yet to be hugged. He walked over to me, hope in his eyes. "Hales?" he asked sensitively.
I gave him a short smile. "I'm not feeling so well," I said to everyone. "I think I'm going to go lay down for a little while."
I knew Nathan was disappointed, but didn't say any more to him. I went over to my mother, took Emily, and headed upstairs.
End Flashback
I pulled back from his embrace. We hadn't really spoken about our hurtful words earlier. I turned my back to him, not wanting him to see the pain and tears in my eyes.
"Haley, please don't turn away from me," he said softly. "Look at me!"
I sighed and turned to face him, tears falling down my cheeks. "Why would you say something so mean to me, Nathan? Do you not want to marry me? I mean, you're not obligated just because we have a daughter together!"
He threw up his hands. "Haley, I don't think of it like that! I love you and I want to marry you, you know that!" he argued, his voice in a whisper so we did not wake our daughter.
I motioned that we should go into our own room and he nodded. We walked down the hall in silence. Once the door to our bedroom was closed I began to speak. "Why did you say it, then, Nathan? If you didn't mean it why did you say it?" I asked, as calmly as I could.
He sat on our bed. "I've been wired all day, Haley, and I took it out on you. I mean, I was so worried that you and Em would have HCM and I wouldn't be able to do anything about it! Then when you told me what happened to your brother when he was a baby I got really upset! I don't want that happening to our Emily!" he exclaimed. "I didn't mean to say it like I don't want to marry you! I want nothing more than to have you as Haley Elizabeth Scott."
I moved over to him and sat on his lap. He wrapped his arms around my waist. "Nate, I'm sorry that I was so crazy today. I didn't mean to snap at you about Emily earlier. I just feel like she needs me and I know exactly what she needs at all times. I'm going to try and realize that she needs you just as much as she needs me."
He nodded and kissed me lightly. "So, are we okay now?" he whispered.
I smiled and nodded. "We always were, Nate," I replied and kissed him again. I wanted it to be more, but I stopped myself because I knew it couldn't be. He groaned when I pulled back but I shook my head. "Still 5 more weeks, bubba."
He laughed and nodded. "Yeah, yeah, I know," he replied. "I love you, Haley."
"I love you, too, Bubba Boo!" I exclaimed and he groaned at the nickname.
"Bubba Boo?" he asked.
I nodded. "That's what I'm gonna call you now!" I said and kissed him lightly. "That or just Bubba or Boo!"
He shook his head. "Don't make me say what I used to say to Tim, Haley!" he replied.
I smiled. "What did you used to say to Tim, Bubba Boo?" I asked.
"Don't call me boo!" he whined. "You're white, Haley!"
I laughed. "Shut up, Nate! I can be white and still call you my boo!" I said and he laid back, pouting.
"Haley!"
I shrugged. "I'm gonna call you that, whether you like it or not! I can be your shorty like Bevin is Skill's shorty!" I joked and he glared. "It was a joke! Sheesh! Someone's a little crabby!"
He sighed. "Sorry, I'm still getting over the craziness of today," he replied.
I smiled and stood up, singing. "You're a mean one, Mr. Grinch! You really are a heel.
You're as cuddly as a cactus; you're as charming as an eel, Mr. Grinch!" I exclaimed and he chased me down the stairs. Everyone looked at us as he chased me around the couches. "You're a bad banana with a… greasy black peel!" I sang.
"Come here, you!" he yelled and grabbed my arm. I tugged back hard, which made him pull harder. We ended up on the floor in a tangled mess of arms and legs, me on top of him. I was laughing uncontrollably along with everyone else in the room. I dared to look at Nathan who was grinning at me. I leaned down and kissed him. "Well, that was fun," he said out loud and everyone laughed.
I smiled at him. "See? You're more fun when you're not being Mr. Grinch!" I exclaimed and then we stood up and joined our family.
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After getting the results we had all been relieved. Not only did we not have to worry about Emily, but we also didn't need to think about giving HCM to our future children.
It had been 1 month and 1 week since the results. I had a doctor's appointment because it had been 6 weeks since Emily was born. Nathan and I were both antsy to hear what she had to say. She was basically giving us the go ahead to have sex or crashing all dreams by saying we have to wait a little longer.
Nathan drove to her office. Lucas and Brooke were looking after Emily for us. I held Nathan's hand, unsure of what to think. He squeezed gently. "So, are you nervous?" he asked.
I laughed shortly. "Nathan, you're more worried than I am! You're just excited about her saying we get to have sex again," I said and leaned over to kiss his cheek.
He grinned. "Yeah, you're right," he replied. "But you can't tell me that you don't want to have sex, too."
I scoffed. "I never said I don't want to have sex!" I exclaimed. "All I said is you're excited for her to say we can!"
He laughed. "You're right," he replied. "I am excited for that. Why do you think I asked Luke to bring Emily over to your parent's house tonight?"
I looked over at him, cheeks flushed. "You asked him that?" I asked and he nodded. "What did Lucas say after that?"
He smirked. "He said I gave too much information and he thought he was going to be sick."
I laughed. "I can't believe you, Nate!" I exclaimed.
The playful banter continued for a few more minutes until we reached our destination. We walked in side by side, hand in hand. We waited for only 10 minutes before we were called back. I changed and waited with Nathan beside me.
Dr. Ross walked in with a smile. "How are you both?" she asked. We both responded with 'good' and she continued. "I bet you've been counting down for this appointment!"
Nathan smirked. "Well-" He started but I reached over and slapped his chest.
"We haven't exactly been counting down the days, Dr. Ross. We're just anxious to hear that I'm completely healed," I said and glared at Nathan until he nodded in agreement.
She laughed. "I'm sure that's true," she joked. "Let's just get right down to it so you two can get out of here, okay?" We both nodded vigorously and she laughed again. "Well, everything looks good, Haley. Everything's healed as planned. I am officially giving you the go ahead for all sexual activity."
Nathan jumped up, grin on his face, and shook her hand. "Thanks, Dr. Ross. We appreciate everything," he said and was trying to pull me up. "Hales, come on!"
I scoffed. "Nate, can I change first before going out in front of the entire city?" I asked.
He sighed. "I guess."
Dr. Ross shook her head. "Young love is so refreshing!" she exclaimed. "You kids be careful, okay? I don't want to see you in here with another pregnancy so soon. Emily will surely keep you busy enough without having another one running around!" she said and left the room.
I changed quickly and we rushed out. Nathan sped home, but I said nothing about his speed. I was anxious, too. Tonight was going to be perfect. I had it all planned out. I smiled at the thought.
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