EPISODE

13. The Wind That Blows My Heart Away

A violent rainstorm knocks out the power in Tree Hill, leading Haley to Nathan's doorstep and Brooke out into the downpour for a dramatic confrontation with Lucas. Peyton finally confronts the truth about Ellie's illness, while Mouth is tempted by his new friend, Rachel. Before morning, secrets are revealed, relationships are tested, and new love gets hotter than ever.

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A violent rainstorm hits Tree Hill, causing a blackout. Lucas and Brooke begin arguing due to a letter he signed off using the exact words he had used the year before in one for Peyton. Nathan and Haley, have a serious conversation about their issues and make out on a car bonnet in the rain. Mouth is at Rachel's and she gives him mixed signals eventually wanting to kiss him. He says no as she only wants to because they're in the dark and she won't want to kiss him tomorrow. Peyton tells Ellie she is scared of her not surviving cancer, but Ellie tries to reassure her. Peyton talks about how she loved Lucas but let him go and now she realized it was a big mistake: Ellie tells her it is never too late. Keith and Karen are at the cafe and make love for the first time. The day after, Peyton goes to see Ellie, but is shocked to find her dead. This episode is named after a song by Fruit Bats.

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