After The Storm

Chapter 36

Brooke decided to give Lucas one last chance. This was the man she planned to marry she wouldn't just throw that away.

The rehearsal dinner had arrived and the purpose was simply to celebrate the wedding that would be happening soon.

For Brooke and Lucas especially it was a welcomed break from the turmoil.

A chance to eat delicious food. Drinks dessert and just be in the company of the people they loved and cared for that rooted for them.

Surprises of the night were Deb. Whitey. Anna Taggoro. And Jake.

(I want to prove to everyone that I'm not a threat be you're relationship. This is an occasion for friends and family. I'm a friend.) Peyton said.

Lucas felt Brooke digging into her arm.

(She's nobody's friend. I want to go home momma.) Salem pleaded.

Brooke scooped the scared girl into her arms.

(Remove her from here or you go with her.) Brooke proclaimed.

Lucas attempted to reach out to Brooke.

Brooke moved herself and Salem across the room.

Lucas sighed deeply. Choosing to ignore Peyton.

And go after Brooke.

...

(Tell them I have a right to be here. We're friends.) Peyton said.

(I didn't know she was going to show up here. You have to believe me.) Lucas insisted.

Looking to Brooke.

(You set this in motion by allowing her in you're life.) Brooke replied.

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