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Chapter 30: I Hear Wedding Bells Pt. 2
Wedding song – can't help falling in love Michael buble cover of elvis
Lucas and haley - soldier
Haley couldn't believe it. It was a dream come true. She was officially Mrs. Nathan Scott. She wasn't Haley James anymore; she was Haley Bob James Scott and she absolutely loved the sound of it. It had a nice ring to it.
Everyone entered the reception area, except for the bridal party and the bride and groom. They all took their place cards and sat down, as they waited for the DJ to announce the entrances of those missing.
"This place is absolutely beautiful. Brooke did an amazing job decorating." Karen said, as she took her seat with baby Keith in her arms.
"I know. She is so talented. Hey Karen, we are almost related now." Deb replied, taking a seat next to Karen.
"I would consider ourselves to be. Haley's always seen me as her mother, especially since hers can be so flaky sometimes."
"It was a beautiful wedding. Lydia would be proud."
"She was here. She sat in the back, I caught a glimpse of her when Haley walked down the aisle. She left as soon as the ceremony was over." Karen shook her head, as she took a small sip from her water.
"It's a shame isn't it?"
"I would say so Deb. At least her sisters were here though."
- Friends First then Love -
Now that the newlywed and the bridal party photos were done, it was time for everyone to get ready for the reception. Usually, this was when the bride was excited for the first dance but Haley and Nathan never picked a song. Nathan begged Haley to let him choose one, as a way of him expressing himself to her through a song, and she had reluctantly let him. She was nervous to see what he had picked since the two of them had very different music tastes.
"TUTOR WIFE! YOU'RE FINALLY MARRIED!" Brooke squealed as she ran over to hug Haley.
"Brooke, I can't breathe." Brooke let go, blushing at how hard she had hugged her best friend.
"How does it feel to be married?!"
"Uh Brooke, it's only been an hour." Haley laughed.
"I know, I'm just so excited for you!"
"Hey guys, sorry to interrupt but you gotta line up so we can get this thing started." The DJ came in and explained and everyone lined up as they headed down the hall.
"I love you Mrs. Scott." Nathan whispered, kissing Haley's cheek as they headed down the hall behind their friends.
"Good evening ladies and gentlemen! Before we welcome the beautiful bride and her handsome groom, let us introduce the bridal party!"
"First we have Alex and Antwon." Alex and Antwon came out, popping their chests and dropping it down to the floor. Everyone hollered and clapped, expecting nothing less than this.
"We have Quinn and Clay." They came in doing the 'shopping cart' move, which triggered some laughs.
"Now we have Peyton and Jake Jagleski." They came in doing the cha-cha.
"Brooke and Marvin." They came in doing the 'sprinkler' move.
"Now, for the first time ever, let me introduce to you, Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Scott." Nathan and Haley walked out holding hands and everyone stood to clap. "Let us start with the couple's first dance."
"I hope you like what I picked." Nathan whispered in Haley's ear, as she pulled her close to the middle of the dance floor.
The music began to play, starting off slow. Michael Buble's voice soon filled the speakers.
"Wise men say only fools rush in
But I can't help falling in love with you
Shall I stay
Would it be a sin
If I can't help falling in love with you
Like a river flows surely to the sea
Darling so it goes
Some things are meant to be
Take my hand, take my whole life too
For I can't help falling in love with you."
"Oh Nathan, it's perfect. It's a classic." Haley whispered, as she kissed Nathan, feeling some more tears coming out of her eyes.
"I figured you wouldn't enjoy Elvis so I found this version." Haley laughed, throwing her head back as Nathan twirled them around. "I couldn't help falling in love with you Haley James, you're the best thing to ever come into my life and this is the happiest day of my life."
"Oh Nathan, I love you too." She kissed him. The music continued to play and Nathan began to sing along, making Haley burst out into laughter. "Don't quit your day job there champ." She joked, as Nathan responded with a laugh of his own. It was perfect. Everything about this night was perfect and Haley was so glad to finally have made it here with Nathan.
- Friends First then Love -
"I can't believe Nathan picked out this song for them. It's literally so romantic and perfect." Quinn gushed, as she sat at the mini bar with Clay.
"Not as perfect as you." Clay said, giving her a smirk and taking a sip of his drink.
"Very subtle there Mr. Evans."
"Ew, don't call me that it makes me think of my father." Clay laughed as Quinn playfully pushed his shoulder.
"Do you maybe want to dance?" She asked, blushing afraid that he would say no.
"First, tell me your story."
"I don't have a story. I'm just a girl at her sister's wedding. Now dance with me." Quinn stood up, holding her hand out to Clay as he took it and walked over to the dance floor.
Lucas was holding Keith, bouncing him on his knee when Brooke shuffled over.
"Hi baby, mommy missed you." She kissed Keith on the forehead, which made the little boy bust out in a smile.
"Looks like he missed his mommy too." Luke replied, looking up at Brooke, his eyes meeting hers. "You look incredible."
"Well thanks Broody, you don't look so bad yourself." She winked as she leaned over and kissed him.
"Do you want to dance with me pretty girl?" Lucas asked, kissing Keith and handing him back over to Karen, who was more than happy to hold the baby again.
"I thought you'd never ask."
- Friends First then Love -
After dancing for a bit, it was time to make the toasts. Brooke went first, being the maid of honor.
"Hi everyone. Wow, where do I begin? Haley, you are an incredible person. Ever since we were younger, you have always had my back even when I was mean to you and would pull your pigtails." Everyone laughed. "When Haley first told me that she was interested in Nathan I felt this need to protect her. I didn't want to see my best friend get hurt by some stupid boy like I did all the time. But Nathan, Nathan would never hurt Haley and he made sure everyone knew that. You see, they both have this kind of love that can survive mountains. Life has thrown them some curveballs this year, but they stuck through the storm. "When life gets hard, when things change, true love remains the same. I look at Nathan and Haley and some how I feel safer. I don't know if I can explain that, but they give me hope." Here's to my best friend and Nathan, and to a love that will never fail, alter or end." Brooke raised her glass and everyone took a sip.
** author's note: the second half of the speech with added quotations is from Brooke's actual speech to Nathan and Haley at their second wedding.
Brooke walked over to Haley and gave her a hug.
"That was beautiful Brooke, thank you." Haley hugged her back and Nathan patted her back.
Mouth's best man speech was next, but before he could get up to the stage Lucas jumped in.
"If it's okay with everyone, before Mouth gives his speech there are some important things I want to say to Haley, and if it's okay with Nathan, have a dance with his wife." Nathan nodded.
"Hales, wow. You're my actual sister now, who knew this would happen?" Laughter. "Today I got to walk my best friend down the aisle to my little brother. Some may think that's weird, but not me. I mean sure, it took some time to get used to because Nathan was an ass growing up, sorry little brother, but if I had to pick anyone in this world for Haley, Nathan would be it. Haley, you have been the greatest best friend I could have ever wished for and I am so glad that you and Nathan were able to find each other. I remember when we were in kindergarten and you found out I had a brother, and to make me feel better you said, "Don't worry Lukie, I bet he's uglier than you." Everyone laughed, Haley blushed. "I also remember when you fell in love with him and told me, "Luke, I think I'm in love with him but I don't want to hurt you." You were always thinking of me first, no matter what. See, Haley told me she was in love with him when we were 7, after the ugly comment, because he had pushed her on the playground and when his friends ran away he came back and helped her up. I remember saying, "Haley, do you even know what love is?" And she said, "Yes. The way Keith treats your mom, that's love. He's always so kind to her, Nathan's kind to me." I never would have guessed that 12 years later I would be giving a toast at your wedding, getting married at 19. It's crazy but it works for you two. You've never been normal Haley, you've always been extraordinary. You two are perfect for each other. You two are going to be like Keith and my mom and I am so glad I was able to walk you down that aisle and have played such a big role in your life. And I am comfortable knowing that when I can't be there, Nathan will be. He loves you like crazy Hales. You're my best friend Hales, and little brother, if you hurt her than I will kill you." Laughter again, some sniffling, most likely coming from Haley and Karen. "Congrats guys." Lucas walked over to the table and took Haley's hand guiding her onto the dance floor.
"This is for you Haley James."
"Where did all the people go?
They got scared when the lights went low.
I'll get you through it nice and slow,
When the world's spinning out of control.
Afraid of what they might lose
Might get scraped or they might get bruised.
You could beg them, what's the use?
That's why it's called a moment of truth.
I'll get it if you need it,
I'll search if you don't see it,
You're thirsty, I'll be rain,
You get hurt, I'll take your pain.
I know you don't believe it,
But I said it and I still mean it,
When you heard what I told you,
When you get worried I'll be your soldier."
"Oh Luke. Is this your song for me?" Haley asked, as she looked up at her best friend.
"Yes it is Hales. It talks about always being there for someone when they need it and always protecting them, much like a soldier does. I am always here for you Hales, even when I can't physically be there for you. Besides, I have invested too much time in you and I can't find a new best friend." Haley laughed. "The last part was a joke but I'm serious Hales. I always have your back. And I will always choose you over my little brother, but don't tell him that." They laughed and continued to dance as the music continued.
"My aim is so true,
I wanna show you,
I'll try forever,
I'm never gonna say "surrender".
After the dancing had died down and the food came out, Haley felt like she was on a cloud. Everyone was getting along, and there was no Dan. It was everything that she could have wished for and more.
"This will forever be the best day of my life Haley James Scott." Nathan said as he leaned in and kissed her softly, she felt herself getting butterflies still to this day.
"It's a dream come true."