I Do Not Own Much, Please Do Not Sue!
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Jacob Black was furious! The source of his anger: Edward bloodsucking Cullen! The reason for his anger: It had been more than 2 weeks, TWO WEEKS, since he had last phased!
It all began after they had returned from their 'team building'. He had been rinsing Eva after having bathed her. When he got the familiar smell of his imprint. And Sarah. Which was unusual because Edward never brought her out at night. Curious he had ventured into the lounge with Eva in his arms, wrapped in a towel. Sarah was already in pj's; snuggled up in her father's arms, fast asleep.
"What's going on?" He had asked softly, not wanting to disturb her.
"I'm going to be gone for a couple of days and was hoping she could stay here." Edward looked anxious.
"Is there something you're not telling me? Because if they have been sighted, I have a right to know."
"It's got nothing to do with that! I just . . . have some . . . things I need to do."
"I hope for your sake that that's the truth. And of course it's fine if she stays here."
"Thank you. Where should I put her?"
"On my bed is fine. Is it just you or is your whole family going?" Jacob asked following him into his bedroom. After putting her down, he looked out the window then at Jacob. It was worrying seeing him so anxious.
"All of us. Now if you will excuse me, I''ll fetch her things out of the car." And with that he was gone. Jacob shrugged, probably just a vampire thing anyway and started getting Eva ready for bed.
He whooshed in and out a couple of times, bringing in what looked like everything that Sarah owned. When he was done, he hovered in the doorway, almost as if he were uncertain about something. Then he kissed all three of us on their foreheads, whispered "Be good!" and was gone. What the hell!
The next day, when it was time for his patrol, Jacob found out that Sam and Emily had also gone away for a few days. That left Sue and Leah because his dad and Charlie had gone fishing. But they had family visiting and so couldn't look after the girls. Now who was going to babysit, dammit! He ended up asking Paul to cover for him and to his surprise, Paul agreed immediately. Later that afternoon; Quil, Embry and Jared had visited and told him that he didn't need to worry about his patrols. The pack understood that he needed to be there for the girls and so would cover for him. He was very grateful for their understanding.
After a week of being a single parent and not phasing, Jacob's patience was wearing thin. Where the bloody hell was that damn leech? Was it necessary to go on such a long fishing trip? What kind of relatives visited for so long? And what, did Sam and Emily move away from La Push or something? These were the kinds of questions running rampant through his head. And to top it all off, the pack was acting strange. They wouldn't let him go anywhere! There was always someone to volunteer to either take the girls to the beach or to do his grocery shopping. And he had the distinct feeling that he was being watched, day and night but it wasn't a hostile feeling, he was sure it was the pack. But every time he brought it up or asked them outright, they would deny everything vehemently. He was not blind nor was he an idiot! But there was always something or someone to distract him from making them tell him.
The girls on the other hand were being very well behaved. Almost as if they knew what he was going through. And every night like clockwork, Edward called, first talking with Sarah and then with Eva. Jacob was beginning to feel neglected, by everyone! He didn't even get a simple 'hello' from the bloodsucker!
After being stuck inside for almost two weeks, he just wanted to get out of the house. So after making sure none of the pack was around; he packed in some lunch, put the girls in their car seats and put up a note on the front door. But as he neared the Volvo , Edward had left it for his use, he saw Seth and Leah chatting to the girls.
"Hey guys, we were just going for a drive. Wanna join us?"
"Actually Jake, I came over to remind you bout your promise to help me with my homework." Damn you Seth!
Growling, "Can't it wait Seth! I really need to get out and I kinda promised the girls ice-cream." Don't make me beg dammit!
"I'm sorry Jake but it can't wait. It really is important!"
"Leah! Why can't you help your brother?"
"Because you promised! And because the girls and I are going out for ice-cream, isn't that right girls?" At that the girls went crazy with excitement, already waving at me.
"Fine! Leah, be careful please." She just shrugged, hopped into the car and drove off.
"Come on Seth, the sooner we get started, the sooner we'll be done and then maybe I could go to the beach!" He muttered, ripping the note off the door and crumbling it in anger.
It was already dark when he finally got home. Hopefully playing with the girls a little would help improve his mood. But the house was quiet and mostly dark when he walked in, Leah on the couch practically asleep.
"Finally! The girls have been fed and bathed and are fast asleep in your bed. I'm off, goodnight Jake." And with that she left. Sighing, he'd made something to eat, then showered and finally got into bed gently next to his sleeping angels.
The next evening when Edward called and after speaking to the girls, he asked to speak to Jacob.
"What?"
"Is that any way to greet someone over the phone mutt? I just hope you aren't teaching the girls your bad manners."
"Whatever! Just get to the point already!"
"No need to get snappy! I thought you'd like to know that we're back and Esme has invited the whole pack for supper. Carlisle is heading into La Push at this very moment to let them know. He'll also be accompanying you and the girls back."
"Fine! I'll get the girls ready." And with that he hung up, not caring if he offended the bloodsucker.
He had just put them in the bath when the doorbell rang. On the other side was Carlisle with three gift bags in his hand.
"Greetings Jacob, may I come in?"
"Of course Carlisle. I was just about to bathe the girls."
"Oh, if you don't mind, I would like to do it. Alice has sent clothes for all three of you and asks that you wear it tonight. The pink one is Sarah's, purple for Eva and green for you." Jacob laughed, accepting the bags and walked in the direction of the bathroom.
"Of course Alice would want to dress us. Girls look who's come to bath you!"
"Gwanpa Carli!" Sarah squealed, practically climbing out the bath in excitement. Eva just sat there, giggling.
"Hello girls, its good to see you both again, I've missed you terribly." Carlisle bent and kissed them both on the head. "Jacob I've asked Sue if you could get done there. I hoped it wouldn't be a problem; its just that the others are really looking forward to seeing the girls. So the sooner we leave, the better."
"Of course I don't mind Carlisle. I'll just get the girls' things ready for you." After doing that and before leaving for Sue's, he checked in on the girls and their 'grandfather'. He was still laughing when he left the house. The sight of Carlisle completely soaked and the girls hidden beneath a blanket of bubbles still clear in his mind's eye.
When he got back to the house, Carlisle was putting the girls in their car seats. They looked adorable in their matching outfits, Sarah in pink and Eva in purple obviously. Alice had sent him a black jeans and a forest green shirt with matching green and black sneakers. Not only did everything fit perfectly as usual but it looked good on him too. Soon they were off and he had to admit that he was excited, not only was he leaving the house but he'd also be seeing his imprint again after almost two weeks.
All the way to the house, Sarah and Eva sang nursery rhymes, guess he wasn't the only one that was excited. When they pulled up outside the Cullen residence, Jacob's heart was racing. He got out after they had come to a stop and turned to get Sarah. But then turned around and headed towards the strange house standing in the middle of a clearing in the forest. Walking through the front door and into what was most certainly the lounge, he saw Edward.
"Whose house is this?"
"Good evening to you too Jacob. I'm fine thanks for asking." Annoying smirk in place. Jacob just rolled his eyes and repeated his question. The leech smiled (which always had an effect on the wolf's insides, which he ignored completely) and said, "It's ours!"
"HUH!"
"Eloquent as always!"
"Our house!?! Where'd it come from?"
"Where all houses come from mutt, it fell out the sky!" A roll of eyes and the return of that damn smirk. "I built it of course, with a little help from my family."
"Wh . . . when was that?"
"It is what we have been doing since that night I left Sarah with you. The pack helped as well."
"WHAT?"
"No need to yell! Their job was to ensure you didn't find out! So no phasing, no patrols, no leaving La Push, no going to the beach; basically no going anywhere."
"You! I'm going to rip you to shreds, parasite!" Jacob was just barely holding onto his human self.
"It was for a good cause pup. Now," He walked over and took Jacob's hand, "let me show you our new home."
The moment Edward's ice cold hand was in his, Jacob's anger melted away. And he followed the bloodsucker as he showed him the house, still holding his hand. Lounge, dining room, big kitchen, bigger study/library, a bathroom as well as a guest suite on the ground floor. Upstairs were six rooms; bedrooms for Jacob, Edward, Sarah, Eva and even a special one for when Billy decided to stay over with an en-suite. The other was apparently for storage, he hadn't been allowed to look. Edward said Esme had taken extra care with the bedrooms, decorating each room with the owner in mind. There were also two nice sized bathrooms and an elevator for his dad. The house was perfect and it left him speechless, so he hugged Edward to convey his happiness and gratitude. And in those few seconds of silence he heard it! Before the vampire could even blink, the shapeshifter was on the other side of the room, a look of shock on his face. Jacobs thoughts were a mess and Edward didn't know what to do.
"Jacob? Jake whats wrong? Say something please?"
Jacob had been staring at him wide-eyed in shock but now his eyes traveled lower to Edward's abdomen, horror written all over his face. Edward couldn't take it and so fled the house to the safety of his room under his parents' roof; not stopping at their concerned thoughts and faces.
Edward was long gone when Jacob came out of his reverie. So he ran out of the house, phasing when he got into the forest. He ran as fast as he could, following the familiar scent straight into the Cullen's house and was already up the stairs when he remembered he was still in wolf mode. Alice was standing on the landing, blocking his path with clothes in her hands which she put on the ground and then left. As he was putting the clothes on, he realised that the entire pack was downstairs, including Sam. His dad, Charlie, Sue and even Emily were there too. As well as all the other Cullens and his two girls; basically his whole 'family'.
Jacob knocked tentatively on his door. He never wanted to see the dumb dog ever again! 'Edward let me in please!' No amount of begging was going to change his mind. He didn't want to see anyone at that moment, especially not Jacob Black! Who, losing what little patience he had, broke down his bedroom door. Turning he snarled at the damn mutt. They stood there glaring at each other until Jacob looked away, embarrassed.
"So . . . uhm . . . "
Edward snorted and turned to stare out the window again. The wolf's thoughts weren't any better than his speech.
"You're . . . you're really pre . . . pregnant? With . . . twins?" He sounded so young, especially when he'd whispered the last part. Edward wouldn't turn around, he didn't want to see the other's expression. He especially didn't want to see his eyes, they were always so expressive.
"Yes. Yes I am. I'm sure you are aware of how far along." The werewolf was silent for awhile, thinking. But Edward stayed out of his head, not wanting to know rejection before the words were spoken. When he still hadn't said anything, Edward sighed.
"I understand if you don't want anything to do with us. . ." As he spoke he finally turned around and was met with a stunned Jacob. A second later two strong arms were wrapped firmly around him, Jacob shook with suppressed anger.
'How dare you! How dare you think that of me! Do you really think that I hate being a father? That you'd be doing me a favour by denying me my children? Don't you dare! Don't you even try! Because if you do, I will wait till the time is up and then I'll hunt you down and make sure your death is slow and painful!' Jacob didn't trust his voice and knew the vampire would get more than just words from his thoughts.
Edward was so relieved, ever since figuring out that he was pregnant again, he'd been so worried that Jacob would hate him and not want the twins. Because having Sarah had fulfilled their obligation, there was no need for them to have anymore children.
"I'm sorry I doubted you. It's just . . . oh never mind." Edward sighed, the world was suddenly brighter. Smiling he said, "The sixth room is a light green and yellow nursery! "
Jacob let go of him, stepping back with a confused look on his face. Then he burst out laughing, "I knew you were hiding something in there, I just didn't know what it could be." He then grabbed Edward's hand and pulled him in the direction of the door, "Come on, the others are probably getting worried."
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