A/N: I am re-posting this story as an M rated story that follows the guidelines due to the purging of M rated stories. If you want to read the explicit version, go to my profile to find out where it is posted. Thanks for reading.

Pairing: Jacob/Bella

AU

Genre: Romance

Rating: M for Language, Sexual Situations

In Progress

Beta'd by: JJ

Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended. Rating: MA for adult content containing graphic language and lemons

Bella finally realizes that her feelings for Jacob are deeper than she thought. She thinks she is in love with Edward but can't deny the attraction she has to Jacob. In the process, Jacob becomes a man. There are consequences as they lose their virginity and fall in love.

A/N: This story takes place after the war with the newborn vampires on the mountain. Jacob has healed from his injuries and Bella is still with Edward. For the sake of this story, I am choosing to pretend that Edward has not proposed marriage to Bella. Bella is trying to move forward with her relationship with Edward, but is beginning to realize that her feelings for Jacob are more significant than she once thought. Everything except for the engagement is still the same. She has not kissed Jacob since they were on the mountain. He has been trying to be her friend and not put pressure on her.

Bella fell asleep on the couch. She hadn't been sleeping well so Charlie didn't want to wake her. He tried to be quiet as he read the paper in the kitchen. The news was the usual stuff, drugs, domestic violence, and recent disappearances. What was this world coming to? Bella stirred and made an uncomfortable sound. He went over and watched her for a minute, making sure she was alright. She had been looking so tired he had been worried about her lately. Looking closer at her face, he noticed the dried tear stains across her cheeks indicating that she had been crying, once again.

She started talking in her sleep. "Edward... Please!" She turned over and was quiet for a minute. Her next words stunned him, saying, "Oh, Jacob… I want you!" Charlie thought to himself, what the hell. He knew Bella was under a lot of stress and seemed to be upset a lot of the time. Charlie felt like he failed her a lot when she was growing up because he didn't get to see her enough. She was here now and was his responsibility. Charlie felt his eyes mist with tears. They were going to have to talk, and it needed to be soon. It was long overdue. He was not going to stand by and let her get hurt again if he could help it. He still couldn't stand to think about how devastated she was after Edward left. She might not survive if it happened again. He was ready to do whatever it took to help.

He took his cell phone upstairs to call Billy, however Jacob answered instead. "Hey Jake, do you and Billy have plans for dinner?"

"I don't think so, what's up?" Jacob asked.

"Ask Billy if we can pick up some food and bring it over. I thought we'd get some burgers at that place on Old Forks Highway. What do you think?"

"That would be great!" Jacob said with excitement. "What time will you be here?" He wanted to take a shower before Bella got there.

"How about 6:30?"

"I will be sure to tell dad, he will be looking forward to it." Jacob said, very excited.

"Sounds great, we'll see you then." Charlie said as he hung up. He hurried upstairs to change clothes. He did not want to be in a police uniform when he talked with Bella. Tonight…he was just wanted to be her dad.

Bella woke up with a start when she heard Charlie coming down the stairs. "Oh, Dad, sorry I fell asleep." She stood up and stretched her back with a yawn.

"No problem, I know you're tired." He smiled. "We are going over to Billy's for dinner. I thought we could pick up some burgers on the way."

"Sounds good, but you should get at least two for Jake." She giggled. "That boy can put away some groceries!"

"Yeah, I noticed." Charlie agreed. "He is a growing teenager you know. Can we take your truck? I don't want to drive the cruiser tonight."

"Sure." Bella said. "I will get my keys." As they walked out to the truck Bella handed him the keys so he could drive. Charlie put his arm around her, giving her a little squeeze.

Bella was a little subdued on the way to Jacob's house. It was like her thoughts were a million miles away. "What gave you the idea for dinner?"

Charlie tried to act normal. "Oh, nothing, I just thought it would be good for Billy. He has been acting a little down."

This was true but was not the main reason for wanting them to have dinner and spend some time together. He wanted to observe Bella and Jacob to see what was going on. Bella had been acting so upset and nervous. If what she said while she was dreaming was any indication, her feelings for Jacob might be changing. It would not hurt his feelings at all if she changed her mind about Edward. Charlie didn't feel that Edward deserved her after what he did. Leaving her like that. She could have died in those woods! It was hard to forgive something like that. He wasn't sure he would ever trust Edward again. He could still see how small and hurt she looked when Sam carried her home.

As they pulled up to the house the truck made a sparking sound. Great! This was just the excuse he needed to get Jacob alone. "Hey Bells, has your truck been making that sound for long?"

"No, but it has done it a couple of times." She admitted.

"Well, I'd better get Jacob to check that out." Charlie said.

As they got out of the truck, Bella said. "I guess so, because I don't know anything about working on a truck." She was thinking about Rosalie. She could get her to check it out but it was too late now.

Jacob hurried out of the house, filled with excitement. "Hey guys, bring on the food!"

Charlie and Bella laughed. Charlie also noticed that as soon as Bella got close to Jacob she kind of leaned in his direction, looking a little flushed. "Jake, after we eat will you check the spark plugs in the truck? I think it might need some new ones."

"Sure." Jacob said. "I miss working on that old red bomb!"

"Hey watch it." Bella tried to sound offended, giving him a little punch on the arm.

Jacob pretended to punch her back as he laughed. "Is that all you got?"

Bella straightened her back and said. "No, it's not. You better watch it or my Dad will take care of it for me!"

Even though she was just kidding, Charlie beamed with pride. "That's right. She's my girl and don't you forget it." Charlie thought to himself that it might not be so easy as big as Jacob had grown. Man, he was getting huge!

Jacob seemed serious for a second. "Got it Chief." On the way in the house, Charlie noticed that Jacob reached out and tenderly touched Bella's arm. The affectionate look they exchanged didn't go unnoticed.

Dinner was great. Happy to be together, the four of them laughed and had fun. Charlie participated in the conversation but still watched their interactions. He took note of all the moments when they looked at each other and the subtle touches. Most of it was all in playfulness, but he could tell there was an underlying message in their eyes and actions. It was apparent to him that they really did like each other a lot. He had a lot of training in interviewing and observing suspects and was able to read people pretty well. Jacob brought out a different side of Bella. They were good for each other. He didn't know what would have happened if Jacob had not been there for Bella after Edward left. It was much different than the nervous energy that he always saw when she was with Edward.

When dinner was finished Bella stood up and said. "I will straighten up the kitchen you guys." Her mother had always taught her that you help clean up when you are a guest at someone's house.

That was the opportunity Charlie had been waiting for. He quickly added. "That sounds good Bells. I will get Jacob to look at the truck. We'll be back by the time you get finished. I know you have to get up early in the morning." Billy decided that he would stay with Bella and keep her company while she cleaned the kitchen.

Jacob worked fast. He was trying to hurry so he could get back to Bella. He had the truck checked out in just a few minutes. Charlie stopped him before he could walk back in. "Hey Jake, can we talk for a minute?"

Jacob paused and said "Sure Charlie, what's up?" Jacob looked him right in the eye, giving him his full attention.

"Well," Charlie began. "I wanted to talk with you about Bella. I know you are really good friends. I am a little worried about her. She is so stressed out. I don't want you to betray any confidences, but something is wrong. I can't put my finger on it but I know she is really upset."

Jacob suddenly looked serious. He frowned. "I know. She is under a lot of stress. She puts a lot of pressure on herself."

Charlie sighed heavily. "I think she and Edward are getting a little too serious." He ran his hand through his dark hair. "It's like he has some kind of hold on her. She is a teenager. She should be having fun. Dating, watching TV with friends, eating junk, reading gossip magazines, going out with friends. You know, having a good time. I realize she is eighteen and really an adult, but everything is so damn serious. It's not healthy." Charlie decided to be straightforward. His eyes narrowed as he looked at Jacob. "You know Jacob, I can tell you like each other. Don't wait to do something about it. If you wait long it might be too late."

Jacob's face turned red. He nodded thoughtfully. "I know she is stressed out. I try not to put pressure on her. You probably figured out already, I'm crazy about her." He hesitated, trying to decide how much he should say. "I love her, to be totally honest."

Charlie was a little surprised to hear Jacob say that but he didn't let it show. So he was right. There were real serious feelings there. He cleared his throat. "What Bella does with her love life is really up to her. I will support whatever she does, but I wanted to tell you something. I'm not trying to betray her, but today she talked in her sleep when she fell asleep on the couch."

Jacob raised his eyebrows. "What…what did she say?" Jacob stammered, feeling impatient.

Charlie thought for a moment. "She might get mad at me for telling you this but I thought you should know." He grinned. "She said Jacob… I want you." Jacob got a little flustered but the words went straight to his heart. Charlie continued. "I just want what's best for her. She's as nervous as hell. Sometimes Edward seems all wrong for her."

"Yeah," Jacob quickly agreed. "I know what you mean."

Charlie put his arm around Jacob and said as they walked back in. "I think you have a real chance with her, for whatever it's worth."

Jacob felt a lump form in his throat. He smiled, hoping that Charlie was right.

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