Thanks to OTH.daddy'sgurl.06, luvnaley23, Nathanlvr23, jenn, JPNeverlosetheButterflies, iftheyonlyknewthetruth, a, Lorilozz, naley for life, chelle2911, naleyforevernalway23, 4ever23 and Brooke1622 for reviewing! There are 15 chapters to this story so there are 3 more chapters after this one!! I know, it's sad that all of my stories have ended so close together, but think of it this way. NEW STORIES ARE ON THE WAY!!! Tree Hill High is already started and theres a new one on the way called THE SCOTT/JAMES FAMILY REUNION. Of course it will be Naley (my fave couple of course!)

Anywho! Enjoy!!!

Chapter Twelve

Dan grasped a hold of Deb's arm. "Don't you have something you'd like to say, Deb?" he asked.

She sighed and nodded. She stepped forward and wiped the tears from her eyes. "I have apologies to make," she said weakly. "Firstly, and foremost, Haley, I've been absolutely horrid to you and I don't know if I'll ever make it up to you or gain your trust," she started.

"See, I don't hate you. How can I? You're absolute perfect. You're sweet, smart, and sassy. You've got class, Haley James. The only reason I'm such a monster is because I don't want to lose my baby boy!" she cried and more tears fell from her eyes. I didn't quite know if I should buy all this but it seemed so sincere. "I think I already lost him tonight, but it was my own doing. I tried to get him away from you completely."

"What did you say?" I asked my tone even.

She took in a deep breath. "I told him you were seeing someone else behind his back, that you'd talk about it when we were planning and that you were only in it for his money," she replied, her head down. "I fell so ashamed to even say I said it, let alone I repeated it!"

I looked to Nathan who was staring intently at his mother. I think he was debating whether or not he wanted to believe her, too. "Listen, I've intruded on your thanksgiving too much already. I just came to apologize and—"

"I don't think you're done apologizing, are you Deborah?" Dan asked crossing his arms.

She sighed and shook her head. "Nathan, I hope you can forgive me. I was just being an overprotective mother! I didn't want you to get married! But if you have to be married to someone, I'm glad it's Haley. She's good for you, Nate. She'll keep you on your toes," she joked and was the only one to laugh. "Well, again I'm sorry, and I hope you all can find it in your hearts to forgive me." She turned to leave, head facing the floor.

I stood. "Wait," I said. I looked at Nathan before walking over to the woman. "What do you say we start over, okay?" I asked and saw brightness in her eyes for the first time tonight. It was then I knew I made the right decision. "Hi, Mrs. Scott, I'm Haley James and I'm going to marry your son," I said sticking out my hand.

She smiled and shook her head. "Welcome to the family, Haley Scott. Call me mom," she said and pulled me into a hug. I was unsure at first but then I wrapped my arms around the woman. I sighed deeply, she finally liked me! Well, apparently she liked me all along.

We pulled back and I turned to face everyone. They were all grinning, except Nathan. I motioned for him to walk over. He stood up, his face indifferent. He walked right up to Deb. "If you ever say anything like that about Haley again I swear to god-"

She held up her hand. "I will never utter a horrible word about Haley again. There is nothing that is less than perfect about my daughter in law."

I smiled at her. She didn't call me her 'future' daughter in law and she didn't call me Haley James. She called me Haley Scott. I really liked the sound of it. Nathan hugged his mother and I was happy to finally get to see the good side of Deborah Scott. "Well, we'll just be going now," Deb said and they started to leave.

"Wait!" This came from Larry. "We've got plenty of turkey to go around and you said this was a family Thanksgiving and, well, you're family. Please, come join us."

Deb nodded vigorously. "I'd love nothing more than to join you!" she exclaimed and we got a few more chairs before we all sat down and finally ate our dinner.

-----

We sat in the living room chatting. Jenny was falling asleep as was Peyton who was holding her.

"Haley, what do you say you and I go out for lunch on Saturday? We can get to know each other the right way," Deb suggested.

I smiled and nodded. "Sounds good," I replied.

Lucas took in a deep breath. "I have to do something," he said.

Brooke looked over to me curiously. I shrugged having no idea what was going on. "Lucas, what's going on? Why are you pacing?" she asked standing up and walking over to him.

He bent down on to his knee. Brooke bent down with him. "Are you okay Lucas? Does your leg hurt or something?" she asked concerned.

He shook his head. "No, Brooke, you have to stand up!" he exclaimed.

I giggled at the sight. "She is so clueless," I said in Nathan's ear.

He grinned at me and kissed me lightly. "So were you. You had no idea I was going to propose to you," he replied.

I wrapped my arms around his shoulders and kissed him lightly. We both turned, our heads resting on each others and watched.

"Brooke! You have to stand up!" Lucas whined, trying to make it perfect but Brooke wasn't complying.

"Lucas, I'm trying to help you up!" she exclaimed. "What are you doing?"

"God, can't a guy propose?" he screamed.

Brooke rose slowly, her hand covering her mouth. "That's not funny, Lucas!" she exclaimed. "That is a cruel joke!"

He shook his head and pulled out a box. She gasped as he opened it. He grabbed her left hand. "Brooke Davis, I love you with all my heart. I would love nothing more than to become your husband. So, do me the honor of becoming my wife. Will you marry me?"

Brooke squealed. "YES!" she exclaimed and pulled him up to kiss him.

I laughed. "That's just adorable," I said. "I hope we looked cute like that when you proposed."

"Oh, please!" Peyton exclaimed. "It was so cute it was sickening!"

I glared at her. "Oh, shut up!" I said and stuck out my tongue.

Brooke turned to us all. "Could you two stop fighting and congratulate me?" she asked, holding up her hand to show off the ring.

I jumped up and ran to hug her. "Congrats, Brookie, you deserve it," I whispered in her ear.

She smiled at me. "Thanks, tutorgirlie, soon to be tutorwife," she replied with a wink. "Oh, and also tutor of honor! Haha! Do you get it?"

I laughed. "Yes, Tigger, I get it," I replied. "And I would be honored to."

Everyone else congratulated both Lucas and Brooke. Thanksgiving turned out to be okay, better than okay. Everything finally felt right.

review please!!!