A/N: Hey guys, since it has been so long since I've posted a few chapters, I decided to post one more. With that said, it may be a few days or possibly weeks before I can post again. I hope you enjoy this chapter and continue reviewing and giving me your thoughts! Thanks so much for reading!

The guys were all playing basketball, and the Scott brothers were ahead by two. Nathan bumped Chase's shoulder and asked, "So you and Baby James huh? If you're looking to score, you are with the wrong girl. She doesn't put out."

Chase frowned, "How would you know? Did you two used to date?"

Nathan laughed, "Only in her dreams. I'm just trying to give you a heads up. She believes in all that saving herself for marriage crap."

Lucas overheard the last part and barked, "Nate that's enough. Go grab a water," before turning to Chase and saying, "Ignore my brother. Haley is a wonderful girl, and you are lucky to have her in your life."

Clay walked over to Nathan after seeing the commotion. "Nathan, you need to leave Chase alone before Hales kills you," he whispered.

"What does she see in that loser?" he remarked as he took a sip of water.

Clay smiled, "Why does it matter to you so much? I would almost think you were jealous."

"Jealous of him… yeah right, I could care less," he huffed walking away.

Meanwhile the girls had finished setting up food and went to change into swimsuits. Brooke had picked out this cute dark blue bikini for Haley and got a sexy red one for her. Brooke had already changed but was waiting on Haley to come out of the bathroom. "Come on Haley, I'm waiting," she complained.

"Why did I let you talk me into getting this? I'm not sure if this is appropriate for Logan's party," Haley replied.

Brooke laughed, "You look amazing in it. Now come on. Plus Chase is going to love it." And Nathan, she said to herself with a smirk.

Haley walked out with a scowl but then smiled as she followed Brooke outside. Nathan was sitting in a chair right beside the pool talking with Logan when the girls walked up. "Wow, it looks like Baby James finally grew up, who knew," Nathan joked.

"Bite me," Haley responded.

Nathan stood up and walked over and leaned down to her ear and whispered, "I don't think lover boy would like that too much, maybe some other time," before walking off.

Haley ran after him and hit him in the arm. "NATHAN! You are so full of yourself!"

"I'm not the one who suggested that I bite you. I believe those were your words," he smirked as he took the hits, "but if you want me that bad, then I'm open to suggestions."

"Haley, what is going on here?" Chase demanded overhearing the conversation and glaring at Nathan, "I thought you said you didn't even like this guy. This guy has been talking crap about you, and now you are hanging out with him."

"Calm down dude, we were just messing around with each other," Nathan said rolling his eyes.

"I don't think this conversation pertains you, so maybe you should walk away. Last time I checked, this was my girlfriend, not yours," Chase answered shoving him.

Nathan was about to bow up and punch this guy before Haley stepped in, "Nathan, do you think you could go tell everyone that it is time to eat? I need to speak to Chase for a second… alone."

After Nathan had walked off, Chase commented, "I really don't like that guy, and I don't like you hanging around him, especially in that bikini. Plus, the way he looks at you."

"Chase, I like you, but you can't tell me who I can and cannot hang around. I realize Nathan can be an arrogant jerk at times, but he's Logan's uncle and part of my life. I may not always like being around him, but he's one of my friends. With that said, you can get over your problem with him because he isn't going anywhere, or our relationship is done. I'll leave that up to you, but I'm going to go celebrate my nephew's birthday. Are you coming?" she asked.

Chase paused, "Haley, I really like you, but I can see your true feelings lie elsewhere, whether you want to admit it or not. I hope he's worth it." He leaned down and gave her a kiss on the cheek before walking away and leaving the party. Haley stood there confused on what just happened.

Haley and Brooke were laying out by the pool, while the guys were playing with Logan in the pool. Everyone had finished eating several hours ago and were now just relaxing. "So do you want to talk about it?" Brooke said quietly.

Haley sighed, "Not much to tell. He got mad that Nathan was talking to me. Then he had the audacity to tell me that I shouldn't be around him at all. So I said he could get over it or leave. Before he left, he claimed that he couldn't be with someone who had feelings for someone else. I don't know what the heck he was talking about, but I just stood there in shock as he walked away."

"Don't hate me, but he could have a point. Before you snap at me, just hear me out. I know you say that you don't like Nathan, but I think deep down you know that's a lie," Brooke stated, "I'm going to go get in the pool, do you wanna come?"

"I'm good right here for now," she replied, "and Brooke, thanks."

"Just think about what I said," Brooke added, "after all, you did defend him to your boyfriend. That has to mean something right." Brooke walked away leaving time for Haley to ponder.

Brooke stepped into the pool and swam over to the guys. "Is Haley Bob ok?" Clay asked.

"She will be. She's just confused right now. Give her some time," Brooke responded glancing over at Nathan.

"I knew there was something bad about that guy," Nathan commented.

Brooke laughed, "Nate, they broke up because of you buddy. Maybe you are the one that needs to take a look in the mirror. Possibly even admit how you really feel for once?"

Nathan groaned, "Clay, what is she talking about?"

Clay grinned, "What, you don't think we all see what we've known for years? You love her, but you are too pigheaded to admit it."

"You guys are insane. Me and Haley… that would never happen," he answered.

Luke had been playing with Logan until Logan went inside to use the restroom, so he swam over and put his opinion in the mix. "Nate, you are an egotistical, arrogant jerk to most people you know, but we all know the true you, especially Haley. After all, she's been in love with you since we were all in high school. Maybe it's about time you tell her how you feel."

"Guys, Hales isn't in love with me. You have it all wrong. Plus, even if I did have feelings for her, it would never work out. I don't even come close to deserving her," he admitted, "so please just drop it."

Everyone dropped the subject like he asked. Brooke wanted to ask him why he was being so dumb, but Clay smiled at her and whispered, "Let it go."

Logan came back a few minutes later, but this time he brought Haley with him. "Guys, Grandma Karen said I could go open presents soon. I told her I wanted to play for a few more minutes in the pool with all my favorites people first," Logan said with a big grin.

"Anything for my best bud," Clay replied giving him a hug. The others joined in and they all enjoyed the day together.