AN: Ok guys, here's the next chapter. This chapter is one of my favorites from the story. I would like to dedicate it to my best friend. It took so long to update because I wanted her to read it first before I published it since it was based on a conversation we have had. I love her to death, and she also loved the chapter. So here it is… and as always please review, I don't own anything, and thank you all to have read and reviewed the previous chapters.

Chapter 9 ~ "When destiny calls you, you must be strong. I may not be with you, but you got to hold on"

Five months have past since the accident. I immediately forgave Lucas for everything upon hearing that we were having twins. I couldn't be happier at that moment, despite whatever else was going on. Lily ended up being fine, myself on the other hand was not so lucky. Since I was having twins and passed out due to malnutrition, I was put on bed rest. It's not that bad, I still had time to play with the kids and that's all that matters. Peyton told Jake about the baby and they couldn't be happier. They were going to get married, well that changed. Peyton's mom happened to die about two weeks before the wedding date. Peyton was crushed; they decided to call off the wedding. Being the good friend I am, I wanted to immediately see her and console her, but the doctor sternly told me that I would be putting the babies' life into danger if I go. I felt so bad; I wanted to ignore what the doctor said and go see my best friend, she needed me. When I told Peyton, she sounded crushed but she told me not to worry about it and keep her niece and nephew safe. Yea, that's right I 'm having one boy and one girl. Peyton called me up everyday to check on me and the kids; it was a good way for me to also check up on her and see how she was doing.

"Hey P. Sawyer. How are you?"

"I'm getting by. How are you feeling?"

"Ok, a little sore and uncomfortable. But hey that's what I get for having twins."

"Ha-ha, well they better not come out until I get there." Peyton was coming down in two weeks to be here for the birth and help out with Lily and Landon.

"I don't know; they like to kick up a storm. How are you feeling?"

"I'm ok; the doctor says I'm fine."

"That's great Peyt. You better be taking care of my niece or nephew."

"Trust me, Brooke. I am. Jake keeps buying basketball stuff and plans on the baby being a basketball star."

"Hahahahaha, Luke did the same thing with Lily and especially with Landon when we found out. You sure you don't wanna find out the sex? It is so much easier."

"Yea, we decided we wanted to be surprised."

"Ok well, if it ends up being a girl who doesn't like basketball then I'll bring Lily and Landon up to play with the basketball stuff, they love it as much as Lucas and Jake do."

"Ha-ha, how are the munchkins?"

"They're good. Lily's excited to see the babies and start school; she's watching TV now. Landon is starting to speak a little bit more, it's so cute. And of course they miss their Aunt and Uncle."

"Awww… I miss them too, and I'm sure Jake does too."

"Hold on…" "Lily, do you want to talk to Aunt Peyton?"

"YES!!!!!!" the four year old screamed.

"Ok bring Landon with you so I can change his diaper, I'm in the kitchen. And what did I tell you about screaming?"

"Not to. I sorries."

"It's ok, just don't do it again."

"I won't. Hi Aunt Peyton!"

"Lily pad! How are you? I've missed you so much."

"I've missed you too. I'm good, I'm sorry for your lost."

"Thanks, Lily. Well I'm coming down in two weeks and how about we spend the whole day together?"

"That would be great. Ok, here's Mommy."

"Ok, Lily pad. I love you and I'll see you soon."

"Love you too."

"Hey Peyt."

"Did you tell Lily to say that?"

"Umm… say what? I went into Landon's room to change his diaper."

"Nothing, don't worry about it."

"Ok, but I know what you're talking about and no I didn't tell her to say it."

"Ok, that girl is wise beyond her years. You and Luke should be proud."

"Thanks, Peyton. I'm sure yours will be exactly like her or better because she/he has great parents."

"I wish."

"Hey, don't say that. I know it will happen. And Peyton I am so sorry about no coming up. You know I would have been there in a heartbeat if I could."

"I know and I thank you for that. Just keep those babies in there till I come."

"Ok, I will. I've got to go; Landon's crying his eyes out."

"Okay, go take care of him. I'll see you in two weeks."

"Yup, call me if you need anything, no matter what."

"Brooke, don't worry I'll be fine. Now go take care of your son."

"Fine… love you."

"Love you too."

And with that I hung up the phone and went to calm Landon down. The talks Peyton and I have always cheer me up and I think they do the same for her. We're best friends who are there for each other no matter what the distance is between us is. That is the best example of a true friend, I'm glad we have each other.