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"What the hell are you doing here? It's eleven o'clock at night... and you look like ass." Lucas grumbled as he opened his front door, that revealed a disheveled Nathan.

"I think Haley broke up with me." Nathan said as a small tear escaped from the corner of his eye.

"What?" Lucas asked as his eyes almost bugged out of the sockets. "Get in here man."

Nathan shuffled inside and ran a hand through his messy hair.

"What the hell happened?" Lucas asked as Nathan followed him into the kitchen.

Nathan sighed, and took a seat at the counter top. "She found out that I'm playing for the Lakers..."

"Wait! What? When the hell did this happen? You're playing for the Lakers now?" Lucas asked in a shocked tone.

"Yes- well, no- I don't know. She found out that my contract is up, and the Lakers proposed a deal that I have yet to confirm, but she's upset because I did't tell her, and she found out from the local paper." Nathan explained.

"Why didn't you tell her?" Lucas asked as he poured himself and Nathan a cup of coffee.

"I don't know." Nathan said agitated. "I was stupid, and scared, and now I may have lost the one important thing in my life."

:So let me get this straight..." Lucas said handing Nathan the cup of coffee, "Haley broke up with you for not telling her about the offer?"

Nathan stared intently into his cup of coffee, "Yeah. I guess she was upset that I never told her, and I was keeping things from her-"

"Yeah dude, that was a jackass thing for you to do." Lucas commented.

"I know, okay?" Nathan spat. "I don't know what I was thinking, but I just can't loose her. I love her so much."

"Then why the hell are you here? You should be trying to find her!" Lucas advised. "When did you last see her?"

"This morning." Nathan rolled his eyes, "I know. I came here to see if she was here, but obviously she isn't."

"I'm sorry man. I haven't heard from her all day." Lucas frowned, "So what are you going to do?"

"I have to find her. I need to fix this. I really don't even care about the NBA right now. All I care about is Haley." Nathan said as he got up from the counter and rushed over to the front door.

"Okay, well good luck Nate. I'll call you if I hear from her." Lucas said as he patted his cousin on the back.

"Thanks." Nathan gave him a half smile.

"Go get your girl back." Lucas called after Nathan, as he ran to his car and drove away.

"Hales, hunny, are you okay?" Quinn asked soothingly as she sat on the bed next to Haley, who just woke up from her nap.

Haley immediately groaned and threw a pillow over her face. "No."

"Do you want to tell me what happened?" Quinn tried.

Haley shook her head 'no' and crawled back under the covers.

"I think I broke up with Nathan!" Haley sobbed.

"Oh my god! Why?" Quinn exclaimed.

"I don't know! I just miss him."

"Sweetie what happened?"

"He's been keeping the fact that he might be getting traded to the Lakers from me, and I had to find out about in in the god damn newspaper!" Haley mumbled.

"Okay look." Quinn said, 'I know this isn't what you want to hear, but just listen anyway, okay?"

Haley simply nodded.

"Yes, it was a jackass move for Nathan to keep those things from you, but he obviously had a reason, and he loves you so much, he was probably just trying to protect you. And no offense sis, but that was a dumb reason to break up over." Quinn tried to joke.

"Whose side are you on?" Haley spat.

"Yours." Quinn immediately responded. "I'm just saying... did you really want to break up with him?"

Haley sat up a little and sniffled. "Of course not. I love him, Quinn. I love him so much that it hurts! I didn't break up with him, I said I just needed time to think, but now I wish I didn't leave because I miss him, and I need him. I hate fighting. I don't want to break-up!" Haley cried.

Quinn pulled Haley in for a hug, and rubbed her back soothingly. "Shh, it's okay. Everything will be okay."

"I thought I was pregnant." Haley said in a small voice.

Quinn pulled away from the hug, and looked into Haley's water filled eyes. "What?" She strained.

Haley inhaled sharply. "I was late, and I'm never late."

"Does Nathan know?" Quinn asked.

Haley nodded softly. "I told him, and he freaked out. And you know what's funny? I wanted to be pregnant. Yes, I know it's too soon, and we aren't married, or even engaged, but the thought of having Nathan's baby, was the most wonderful feeling in the world." Haley said as she choked back a loud sob.

Quinn kissed her younger sister's hair, and squeezed her tightly. "What happened?"

"He was upset at first, but then he went to the store and bought me six pregnancy tests, but when I took them, they were all negative." Haley said sadly. "He was upset too, because I guess when he thought about it, he got excited. So then, we talked everything out, and agreed to wait for a better time... and we made love-"

"Ew oh my god. My ears. Stop you're my little sister. I don't need to know about that!"

Haley chuckled softly and rolled her eyes, "Sorry, but how can I not? Do you see how sexy he is?" Haley smiled. "I love him even when he get's on my last nerve."

"So you didn't break up?" Quinn asked.

"No, but he thinks we did. I just wish he would come and find me, so we can talk everything through. I hate how we left things-"

"So do I." A strained voice said, causing Haley and Quinn to look over to the door frame.

"Nathan, what are you doing here?" Quinn asked.

"Clay let me in... I hope that's okay." He explained.

"Yeah." Quinn nodded, "I'll just..." She pointed towards the door. "Let me know if you need anything, Hales."

Haley nodded, and Quinn quickly walked through the bedroom door, and shut it behind her.

"Hi." Haley whispered as she looked up at Nathan.

"Hi." Nathan whispered back.

There was a small silence, as the heavy air tensed around them. Nathan's blue eyes bore into Haley's dark brown ones. He could tell she cried all day, considering the whites of her eyes were fire red, and there were deep, dark bags under her eyes.

"I'm sorry." They said at the same time, causing them to smile softly.

"You first." Haley nudged Nathan softly.

Nathan looked into her eyes and grabbed her hand, "First of all, I want to tell you how much I love you. These past six hours have been absolute hell. It made me realize that I can't live with out you. I know I shouldn't have kept secrets from you, and I realize how stupid I was to do that. I was just trying to protect us, because I was worried I'd lose you, but that was stupid of me because in the end, I almost did lose you, and I need you more than you'll ever know. I never want to lose you Haley. And when it comes down to basketball, I will choose what is best for us."

Haley blinked rapidly in order to keep her tears at bay, but failed miserably. Three small tears trickled down her cheek, and Nathan reached out and slowly wiped the tears away with the soft pad of his thumb.

"I love you, Nathan Scott. I'm sorry I over reacted. I shouldn't have freaked out like that." Haley said.

Nathan shook his head, "No, Hales, you had every right to get upset. I shouldn't have kept it from you. I don't want to make sorry excuses, but I'm telling you the truth when I say I was scared. I'm still scared shitless. When I was on the road for the Bobcats, I never had to worry about anyone but myself, but now that you're in the picture, I want to put your needs ahead of mine. It's going to be hard when I'm on the road. I guess I was so wrapped up in enjoying the summer with you, and I kept putting it off because I didn't want to ruin what we had."

"I understand." Haley said as she kissed his lips softly, and pulled away. "Nathan, you don't have to be scared. I'm not going anywhere. I promise you, I will be by your side through it all. We will make a decision together, and whatever you chose, I know it'll all be okay, because we're going to be together."

Nathan smiled widely. "You're amazing, you know that?"

Haley smiled back, and pressed her nose against his. "No. We're amazing."

"Yeah, we are, aren't we?" Nathan laughed.

"Always." Haley whispered.

"And forever." Nathan finished, and gently pushed Haley on her back, as he hovered over her and kissed her forcefully.

Haley gave into the kiss, and ran her hands under his shirt.

Nathan groaned into Haley's mouth as he felt her fingertips lightly scratch his back.

"Babe, we need to stop. As much as I love kissing you, we really need to talk about what we are going to do." Nathan said as he reluctantly pulled away from his girlfriend.

"Yeah, you're right." Haley sighed, and sat up, resting her head on Nathan's shoulders.

"So I guess you know the details, right?" Nathan questioned.

Haley nodded, "Yeah. The Bobcats released you, and the Lakers want you, right?"

Nathan nodded, "Yeah."

"Aren't the Lakers, like, the best?"

Nathan smiled, "Yeah I guess so."

"So then if they want you- and I know you want to play for them- do it." Haley advised.

"But Hales-"

"Not but's mister." Haley playfully scolded. "You should accept it."

"Do you know what that would mean for us? It'll be like what happened when we were eighteen only this time I'll be in California, and you'd be in North Carolina."

"Baby, I told you I'd move with you to LA. I can find a teaching job there-"

"No! I can't do that to you! Your life is here. Your friends, and family, and your students absolutely adore you. You love Tree Hill. I don't want to take you away from it."

Haley smiled and ran her hand along Nathan's bicep. "I think you're forgetting that I lived in California for four years."

"Yet, you still came back here." Nathan pointed out.

"Because I was alone and I missed my family." Haley said in a weak voice.

"Exactly. You moved back here because it's your home. I don't want to be the person to take you away from everything you love." Nathan said.

Haley continued running her hand up and down his shoulder in attempt to calm him down. She knew he was stressed out.

"But if we go to California, you'll be there with me, so I'll be happy." Haley said trying to shed some light on the situation.

"Yeah, but you're forgetting about the part that I have to travel a lot for away games. Sometimes I'm gone for two weeks at a time, and you'd be all alone. At least if you were here in Tree Hill, you'd have your friends and family."

"But I wouldn't have you." Haley frowned.

Nathan sighed and ran a hand through his hair. "Exactly."

"So what are you thinking?" Haley asked nervously.

"I think it'll be best if I go to LA and you stay here. We can work a schedule, and I'll come here as much as I can."

"For two years, Nathan?" Haley asked.

Nathan shrugged, "I know. It sucks. I wish there was some other way..."

"I can come to LA, baby."

Nathan shook his head, "Yes, but you don't want to. It's not fair for you."

Haley started to grow angry. She stood up and started to pace the room, "Nathan, I told you. I will go with you wherever you go. I don't want to live with out you!"

Nathan groaned and fell back on the bed. "I don't even want to play for the stupid Lakers."

"I thought you did." Haley said.

Nathan shrugged, "Maybe a few years ago, yeah. But it's different now. I love North Carolina. It's our home. I loved the Bobcats. They were like my second family. If I had a choice I would have never left."

"So what are you going to do?"

"I don't know. Maybe I can ask Clay to get me to play for another team closer to North Carolina. Maybe Miami Heat?"

"Is that what you really want?" Haley asked.

Nathan sighed, "No. I mean the Lakers are offering great money, but I don't care about that. I just want to play for the Bobcats."

Before Haley could answer, Clay came barging in through the door with a wide smile on his face.

"Clay! What the hell?" Nathan said annoyed.

"Okay, I apologize for eaves dropping, but I think you're going to love me when I tell you the good news I have."

"What is it?" Haley asked hopefully.

"I think I can get Nathan back on the Bobcats."

Next Day: Press Conference-

"You ready baby?" Haley asked as she ran her hand over Nathan's knee.

Nathan nodded, "Yeah. I'm ready. Are you?"

"Am I what?" Haley giggled.

"This is our first public appearance together. The paps will go crazy."

Haley gave Nathan a dazzling smile, "Well then I better look look." She joked.

Nathan's eyes appreciatively swept over Haley's body. She wore a simple sleeveless black dress, with a thin white belt under her bust line. Her honey blonde hair was lightly curled, and fell just past her shoulders. Nathan leaned over and whispered in Haley's ear. "Oh you definitely look good, baby. You look so sexy all the time."

Haley blushed profusely, "Thank you. You don't look too bad yourself." She said seductively as her eyes ran over his charcoal suit, and navy blue striped tie. The suit fit him just perfectly, and showed his muscular features. She bit her lip, and tugged lightly on his tie, "You know, ties kind of turn me on." Haley whispered.

"Oh really?" He flirted back.

Haley nodded, and shifted so that she was now sitting on his lap. "Mhmm."

Nathan smirked and put his hands on her waist to bring her body closer to his. He leaned in and kissed her passionately. Haley's lips parted instantly so Nathan could easily stick his tongue in her mouth. Haley moaned loudly when she felt Nathan's tongue massage hers, She completely forgot Clay and Quinn were also in the limo.

"Oh god! Please stop!" Clay groaned.

"My eyes!" Quinn screeched. "Nathan! You're corrupting my baby sister!"

Nathan didn't stop, but instead, stuck up his middle finger in a joking way.

"Is that any way to treat your agent who got you an amazing deal?" Clay fired back.

Haley giggled against Nathan's lips, and slowly pulled away. "Sorry. I couldn't help myself. My man looks damn good in his suit."

Nathan smiled, and kissed her hair.

"I'm scarred for life." Quinn groaned.

"Oh shut up!" Haley laughed. "Like you and Clay don't suck face in front of us."

Quinn rolled her eyes, "At least I don't moan!"

"Okay, we're here!" Clay announced, breaking the sister fight. "You ready, Nate?"

Nathan nodded, "Yeah. I'm ready." He said proudly, as Haley straightened out his tie. "Here we go." Nathan smiled, and grabbed Haley's petite hand as he led her out of the limo. Instantly. Hundreds of cameras starting flashing, and Haley's eyes were blinded by the light. Nathan clasped his arm around her waist to help steady her.

"You okay?" He whispered.

"Yeah." She smiled. "I love you." She said as she looked up into his blue eyes.

"I love you too." Nathan smiled widely. "Thanks for being here for me."

"Always." Haley winked.

Nathan and Haley walked further down the sidewalk, but stopped when reporters started bombarding them with questions.

"Nathan Scott! Over Here!" Someone called.

"Can we get a shot of you and your girlfriend?"

"How long have you been dating?"

"Are you going to pop the question any time soon?"

Nathan laughed at some of the questions, and just continued to smile at the cameras.

"What team are you going to play for?"

"Nathan Scott! Can we please get a quick interview?"

Clay suddenly came up and clasped his hand on Nathan's back. "You have time for one interview, but don't give away too much."

Nathan nodded, and dragged Haley over to one of the eager interviewers.

"Nathan Scott! How are you?" The nerdy interviewer asked as he stuck his hand out for a firm shake.

"I'm great. Thanks." Nathan smiled.

"So the world is dying to know! Is it true you're in a relationship?"

Nathan smirked, and looked down at Haley. "Yes, it's true. This is my beautiful girlfriend, Haley James."

"How did you two meet?"

"We dated for a summer when we were eighteen, but parted our ways. We have mutual friends, and we recently met up again at their wedding. And now I'm lucky to have her back. Haley's the love of my life." Nathan said proudly.

"Wow! Congratulations!" The interviewer smiled.

"Thank you."

"So is there anything you can say about your NBA contract?"

Nathan smiled, "I guess you'll see when I make my press conference."

"Okay. Pleasure to meet you Mr. Scott."

"You too." Nathan nodded.

Suddenly, a security guard led Nathan and Haley into the large building, and guided them backstage.

"Wow that was madness! Sometimes I forget how famous you are." Haley laughed as she sat down on a small chair and drank a bottle of water.

"Yeah it can be overwhelming at times, but I got used to it. Are you okay with it?"

Haley smiled sweetly, "Yea. Thank you. That was sweet what you said about me."

"I just state the truth." Nathan grinned.

"Hey man, you're on in two minutes." Clay said as he walked backstage.

"Okay. Thanks."

"You ready?"

Nathan nodded, "Definitely."

"Okay, so just remember what we talked about, and you'll be fine." Clay advised. "Good luck!"

"Thank you."

Haley could see Nathan was starting to get a little nervous, so she walked over to him and hugged him. "I'm so beyond proud of you." She said sweetly.

"Thank you. That means everything, Hales."

"You're welcome." She said as she kissed him quickly on the lips.

"Mr. Scott. We're ready for you." A lady in all black announced.

"Okay." Nathan said as he took a calming breath,

"Knock 'em dead, baby. You'll do great. I love you." Haley said as she kissed him one last time.

"Thanks Hales. Love you too." He winked, and quickly slapped her behind.

"Hey!" She squealed.

:Sorry. Pregame ritual." He winked back, and she playfully rolled her eyes, and blew him a kiss as he walked onto the stage.

People instantly started screaming and taking pictures. It was a huge event, considering Nathan was one of the top prospects in the NBA.

Nathan cleared his throat, and glanced towards Haley one last time. She was standing next to Clay and Quinn on the corner of the stage. is heart was racing, but he eventually calmed down.

"Good afternoon, everyone." Nathan finally said once the screams died down. "As you know, my Shooting Guard contract for the Charlotte Bobcats has expired, and the Los Angeles Lakers have offered me a 5 million dollar contract for two years. Originally, I was going to accept that generous offer. However, after careful consideration, I have decided to turn them down."

Nathan paused for dramatic effect, and camera flashes started up again, as well as a million questions.

Nathan cleared his throat and began to speak. "Yesterday, my agent, and best friend, Clay Evans, was able to find me a better offer, that I will graciously accept. You see, my amazing girlfriend, Haley James, is here in North Carolina, and I did not want to leave her. We discussed the many options, and together we have decided upon what we think will work best for us. You see, I never wanted to leave the Bobcats. They are like my second family, and I believe they are the best team in the NBA. Unfortunately, my shooting guard position has been filled. But thankfully, my agent was able to pull some strings, and found out that the Bobcats are looking for a new point guard. Now, I am usually a shooting guard, but I am willing to work harder, and make many sacrifices so I can be their point guard. With that said, I will now be the Bobcats newest point guard as of the 2014 season.

"I will humbly accept their fifteen million dollar contract for five years. I'd like to thank Clay Evans for all of his hard work, and for landing me this amazing deal. I want to thank my amazing family; My parents, My uncle keith, aunt Karen, cousin Lucas, and his wife Brooke Davis-Scott. I'd also like to thank the Bobcats coach, Steve Clifford, for accepting me to be back on the team. I'm excited to begin training with my old and new teammates, who have become my second family. There is no doubt in my mind that we will have an amazing season. I believe we can win the championship. I want to thank my loyal fans as well, because I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for them. Finally, I'd like to thank one of the most important people in my life. My perfect girlfriend Haley. She has been by my side through everything, and I truly don't know what I would do with out her. I am blessed that I will be able to be close to her, because I know she is the one for me. After many thoughts and arguments, we have been able to pull through, and everything has worked out. I couldn't be happier. So thank you Haley for always supporting me. I love you." Nathan finally finished his speech, and he looked over to Haley who has tears shedding down her face. He turned his head to the side beckoning her to come onto the stage with him. She happily obliged, and walked into his arms. He picked her up and spun her around, placing a short, yet sweet kiss on her soft lips. He didn't want to show an over dose of PDA, but he couldn't help it. Cameras still were flashing, and people were shouting questions. Clay suddenly walked up to the microphone and announced that Nathan would not be taking any questions, and thanked everyone for coming.

"You did so great Nathan! I am so proud of you! I told you everything would work out." Haley beamed.

"You're right. Everything did work out." Nathan smiled, and saw Clay walk over to him. "I can't thank you enough man, seriously. I owe you."

Clay smiled, "It's no big deal. You two just better stay together." Clay joked.

"Oh we will." Nathan smiled. "I'm never letting go of her."

Haley smiled proudly, and kissed Nathan on the cheek. "Thank you Clay! I get to be closer to Nathan now. You're the best!"

"Hey I thought I was the best!" Nathan pouted.

Haley playfully rolled her eyes, "You are."

"I think this calls for a celebration!" Clay announced.

"Oh it definitely does." Haley smirked and suggested seductively.

Quinn laughed, "Ew gross! We meant going to dinner!"

"Okay, that's fine, but Nathan and I will be having our own celebration tonight." Haley winked, and Nathan swallowed the lump in his throat. "Damn, I'm the luckiest bastard in the world."

I am really proud of the way this chapter turned out! The ending could have been better but I got too lazy and I didn't know what else to write.

So as much as I love writing this story, I'm sad to say there will probably be only 3 to four chapters left. I would hate to drag it on. The next two chapters will have huge time jumps, and then it'll be the prologue. So I hope that people are still interested in this story, please review to let me know you are. I worked hard. Thanks xoxo