3.07 Champagne For My Real Friends, Real Pain For My Sham Friends
It's Fantasy Date Night! And oh what a night it was. With interesting pairings and shocking surprises it did not disappoint. Now let's move on to my review.
Haley/Brooke: I had to start with them because it was funny to see Haley set Brooke straight and force her to go on the date with Chris. Brooke hadn't intended to impose a date night, but Tim kind of made it happen. Brooke was adamant on not wanting to go anywhere with Chris. But since her not wanted to go threatened Haley's date with Nathan, Haley was going to make her go. And she did. Unfortunately, Chris and Brooke tagged along with Nate and Hales. it was funny to see all of them together especially considering Chris Keller was there. My favorite scene though between Brooke and Haley had to have been int he mall before the fight because Brooke seemed to really want to help Haley out. Of course I'm not really sure how they got into the little tiff, but it was funny when Chris pushed Nathan and said "Hey look, cat fight." I just love any scenes with Haley and Brooke. Despite their differences they are there for each other. I'm enjoying watching their friendship grow.
Nathan/Haley: This was by far the best episode for Naley fans. There were just so many good Naley scenes that you really can't just choose one. It definitely made up for the lack of Naley scenes last episode. It was really upsetting to see that their wedding site was now being turned into a parking lot. I guess it was kinda supposed to represent the turmoil that is happening in their marriage. And like Brooke and Haley, I must ask why Nathan did not pummel Chris. It was good hearing Haley tell Chris that she wished that Nathan would bludgeon him. And oh how hot was Nathan when he got in Chris' face after he saw him touch Haley. I wish I had a Nathan. I also loved the balcony scene when Nate told Hales that he still remembered their past. And can I say that when he mentioned that they made love on the balcony in the rain, at first I thought Oh, how romantic, but then the next thing that came into my head was, Woah, who knew that Tutorgirl had a kinky side. Especially when the balcony he was talking about happened to be the one outside their front door where anyone could have walked up. Obviously you could expect Nathan to be that daring, but not Haley. That was definitely a surprise. Another great part was when Haley told him that being with him gave her more in life.It kinda made me want to tear up. Now the rooftop scene had to be the best. Nathan writing his own prediction along with her, then giving her the purple flower from their wedding site and him telling her "The roots are still there. It just takes time." was just so touching. And them holding each other in the end was what sealed it. It was just such a perfect scene. James and Joy really acted it well and the chemistry they have on screen is just amazing. It definitely provided a lot of hope. They are definitely headed in the right direction.
Brooke/Chris: This was definitely an unusual pairing. Was glad to see that Brooke still detested him from last season. I think this is the only episode where I actually liked Chris. He had so many great lines. Especially when he was with Brooke. Their interaction was a funny thing to watch. It went from Brooke Telling him oof to them celebrating her designs being on display and drinking champagne on her couch. It did seem like Chris had some sort of genuine interest in Brooke. Or it could have been that he just wanted to sleep with her. It was actually fun to watch these two even though I had my reservations about it.
Brooke/Lucas: I felt so bad for Lucas when he found out that Brooke didn't draft him. He looked so hurt and when he found out Rachel did his words "Well, at least someone wanted me just really showed how much it did. Brooke really wanted to avoid telling him, but was forced to when Tim brought up a date night. But it was good to see them admit that want to be with each other to their respective dates. And Luke was ready to face Lucas, but he was shown a huge betrayal and heartbreak when he caught Brooke in bed with Chris. He face just looked so hurt. And Chris' smirked just made me want to hurt him.Maybe Nathan and Lucas can put aside their differences and bond again by kicking Chris' ass. Now that would definitely be an awesome episode. Who knows why Brooke would do that considering she told Chris Lucas was 'The One'. Maybe it could have been the alcohol, but all I know is that Brooke is gonna have trouble explaining this one. Can't wait to see Nathan and Haley's face when they find out. Looking forward to find out Brooke excuse.
Lucas/Rachel: Again Rachel didn't really bother me this episode. Granted she did seem kind of conniving agreeing to Tim's suggestion right away, then taking Luke by Brooke's and watching, along with him, her leave with Chris. Oh yeah then, being topless in front of him. But I think she does actually have an interest in him. I could be wrong, but that's how I see it. She did actually take the time to listen him and try to understand why he felt Brooke was "The One" for him without any judgement. yeah she did keep reminding him that she was on a date with Chris, but I think that was part of her trying to understand. Who knows if in the end she finally really got and will let him be. But with the new development between Brooke and Chris, who knows? We'll just have to wait and see.
Peyton/Mouth: This was just a really sweet date. Peyton got to meet Mouth's grandpa Mel, who he visits every week. After finding out he was a reace car driver she gets the great idea of springing him from the home he's in. Mouth is hesitant, but finally gives in. That have a great time at a little go cart race track. Seeing Mouth's grandpa so happy was just so great to see. Especially when Peyton finds out from Mouth that Mel suffers from Alzheimers and that he has no memory of the big stuff in his life. It just made me want to cry. The interaction between Mouth and Mel are just so sweet and sad, considering Mel thinks that Mouth is actually his son Joe, Mouth's father. Mouth really opened Peyton's eyes in relation to her wanting to get to know her mother. Peyton and Mouth have a good friendship forming and I hope it continues to do so.
Bevin/Skills: I really like these two together. After Bevin's Stalking fom last week we finally see these two on a date. They hang out at Bevin's house where she has them watch the greatest romantic movie ever The Notebook. Of course being a guy Skills isn't so into it, but after Bevin gives him some incentive he finally starts to watch it. In the end he really gets into the movie and is overtaken by the emotion. It was just funny to watch how interested he got into the movie that he would actually not let Bevin distract him until the movie was over. Skills is just so hilarious. I really want to see more of these two together. Hope it happens.
Deb/Karen: These two are just funny together. They conspire to mess up Dan's billboard. Karen hesitates at first, but then goes along with it. They have fun and it goes well until Karen is surprised by a bird and accidentally knocks down the ladder leaving them stuck. They're unsure of what to do since they have no other way down. They sit and have a heart to heart and then Deb is struck with an idea to get the latter. It involves removing their clothes. In the end they succeed and Karen feels some guilt and wants to peel off what they did. What was revealed under what they did was definitely better than what they had done in the first place so they still managed to get their revenge. I love how their friendship has evolved. It was also great to actually see them having some fun together because it was really lacking. I love how they are their for each other. Especially for their sons and going against Dan.
Special Mentions: I can't post this review without mentioning how hilarious the opening sequence was with the dreams. Most especially the one with Lucas and Chris in bed together. I couldn't stop laughing. Loved how it was revealed that Nate was having the dream of Haley and Brooke almost making out. Bonus that when he woke up from the dream he was shirtless. Yummy. What a bonus. Awww too bad we didn't get to see Dan int his eppy. But he wasn't missed that much. And finally glad to see Fergie and Junk at the end making fun of Skills, who totally got "Notebooked" by Bevin.
Until next time. Peace, Love, and Hugs.
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