Setting: Surgery recovery room.
*Jamie is out of surgery. Haley is sitting in a chair that she pulled up to the bed. She is holding Jamie's hand and singing softly as she brushes her fingers across his cheek. *
Haley: *gently * Jimmy-Jam…c'mon, honey… wake up…
*Nathan comes in the room holding two cups of coffee.*
Nathan: I got you some coffee.
*He takes a sip *
Nathan: It's questionably, though… it's from the hospital cafeteria…
*He hands Haley a coffee and goes to sit on the couch. *
Nathan: How's he doing?
Haley: Ok, I think… he still hasn't woken up though…
Nathan: Hales, the doctor said it could be a few hours.
Haley: I know… I just want him to wake up… I miss him…
*She kisses Jamie and ruffles his hair. Then she gets up and joins Nathan on the couch. Nathan puts his arm around her. He pulls her in close and starts kissing her. *
Nathan: You know, now that everyone left, we could go for a round two…
*Haley blushes and punches him lightly. *
Haley:* sarcastically* SURE! *she rolls her eyes*
*Nathan starts unbuttoning her shirt as she kisses him. She starts giggling. *
Nathan: What?
Haley: Nothing, nothing… it's fine…
*She starts kissing him again. After a few seconds, she starts giggling again. *
Nathan: Hales, what's going on?! Did I do something?
Haley: No, trust me… you didn't do anything.
Nathan: Then what is it?
Haley: It's just… it's … Jamie… He is right there, Nate.
Nathan: He's asleep, Hales!
Haley: I know, but he could wake up any minute!
Nathan: Fine…
*He buttons her shirt back up and wraps his arm around her again. He kisses her cheek and she sighs as she leans into him. There is a knock on the door and child life specialist enters the room. *
Haley: Oh! Hi, Monica. This is my husband, Nathan.
*Nathan reaches out to shake her hand. She pulls up a chair and sits across from them. *
Monica: It's nice to meet you, Nathan. I am Monica. I'm the on the Child and Family Life staff here and I've been working with Haley and Jamie the past few days. The other day, Haley and I were talking about the financial aspect of everything that is going on with Jamie. I mentioned to her that the insurance policy that she receives from Red Bedroom Records isn't enough to cover the cost of Jamie's tests and operations… I'm just checking back with you to see if your insurance policy is different. Haley mentioned that you just got a new job, so it may take a little while to get into our system. So far, the current policy we have in our computers still doesn't cover the cost, so is there someone you would like me to speak to?
Nathan: You know, I'll give my manager a call tonight and see if there are going to be any changes to coverage with my new contract.
Monica: Thank you, Nathan. Haley has my card if you need anything.
Nathan: Ok. Thank you.
*Monica leaves room as a worried look washes across Haley's face. *
Nathan: Are you ok, Hales?
Haley: Mmhmm…
Nathan: Haley, what's wrong?
Haley: What she has in the computer now… that's all we have right? That's it?
Nathan: Hales…
Haley: Nathan, how are we going to pay for this? She showed me the numbers and that was before he needed the surgery…
Nathan: We'll figure this out, Hales. I promise. We have a lot of money from the contract that isn't deposited yet. With what's leftover, it should cover what the insurance won't pay for. Besides, Mia's album is doing well we don't know what is going to be coming in from that yet.
Haley: Yeah… I guess… It just worries me that we aren't being as careful about money as we used to… Maybe I should try getting a full-time job again…
Nathan: Hales, don't be silly. You work enough as it is. Plus, you are taking care of Jamie. We'll get this figured out. I promise.
*He wraps his arm around her and she closes her eyes as he kisses her forehead. They are just getting settled again, when Jamie starts to stir. Haley jumps up and rushes to him. *
Haley: Hey, baby…
*she kisses him and brushes her thumb across his face. Nathan gets up and stands behind Haley. He has one hand on her shoulder and the other hand is holding onto Jamie. *
Nathan: Hey, buddy… how'd you sleep?
*Jamie nods his head yes, barely able to keep his eyes open. *
Jamie: Am I all better, Mama?
Haley: You are all better, baby. I love you, Jamie.
Jamie: I love you too, Mama.
Nathan: Hey, what about me?
Jamie: Mmmm…. I guess I love you too, Daddy.
Nathan: That's what I'm talking about…
*Jamie lets his eye lids sink back over his eyes and goes back to sleep. Haley glides her fingers back and forth through his hair while humming. Jamie's breathing begins to get heavier.*
Haley: Nate, do you think he is ok?
*Jamie's breathing gets so intense that it appears he is gasping for air. *
Haley: Something isn't right… we need to get a doctor! Jamie sweetie, it's Mama… you are ok, baby… it's ok…. Just wake up……it's ok, baby….
*Haley is tapping his face and kissing him, trying to wake him back up while Nathan is shaking him. They are screaming at him, trying anything just to get him to calm down or wake up when his breathing worsens and the heart-rate monitor flat lines. Nathan darts out of room. *
Nathan: We need a doctor in here! Someone please help!
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Setting: Brooke's house
*Brooke enters Sam's room, flicks the light on, rips the cover's off of her and turns the stereo on full blast. *
Brooke: C'mon, Sam! Get up! It's time for school!
*Sam moans, rolls over and puts the pillow over her head. Brooke takes her by the arms and pulls her out of bed.*
Brooke: C'mon. I'm going with you and we are going to talk to the principal about this.
Sam: Brooke, really… it's just… it's not worth it…
Brooke: Samantha! Yes it is worth it! YOUR education is worth it! I wish I knew that when I was in high school… besides when Julian comes home tonight I don't want to have to tell him I adopted a high school drop out.
Sam: Thanks for the love, Brooke. And, I am not dropping out… it's just a little vacation.
Brooke: Maybe so, but it is a vacation that ends now! Come on… brush, floss, get dressed, let's go…
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Setting: Jamie's hospital room.
*Doctors and nurses are rushing around the room frantically, trying to revive him. Haley has moved to the corner of the room with Nathan. Haley has her hand over her mouth trying to prevent herself from letting sobs escape while watching the swarm of people bustle around her son. *
Doctor: * to a nurse * We have to get him into emergency surgery he has a clot in his lung. Make sure there is an OR available.
*A team of doctors raises the railings on the gurney and quickly pushes him out of the room. Haley reaches her hand out for Jamie but he has already been whisked out of the room. Silent tears start streaming down her and Nathan's faces. *
Haley: I love you, Baby.
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Setting: Peyton and Lucas' house
*Peyton is sitting on the bed with Sawyer while Lucas packs. *
Peyton: You, know… I don't think the big-shots at the publishing company would notice if you came a little late… or… not at all?
Lucas: Nice try, but I'm going. We need the money. It's only a few days anyway.
Peyton: Yeah but that's three days I'll have to sleep alone in this big bed all by myself…
*She picks up Sawyer and makes a "pouty" face at him. *
Lucas: Well, aren't you the drama queen today?
*Lucas zips up his bag and throws it over his shoulder. His kisses Peyton and picks up Sawyer. He kisses lightly on the head. He hands Sawyer back to Peyton. He kisses Peyton one more time and heads out the door. As he is leaving, trying to be serious, Peyton adds… *
Peyton: People always leave, Luke.
*Lucas rolls his eyes*
Lucas: Then how come I am always the one saving you…
*She sticks out her tongue and picks up Sawyer's hand so that she can wave "bye" as Lucas leaves. *