It Was Never Her
Summary: Knowing it was too risky for the Volturi to know about Bella, Alice makes the decision to bring another to save her brother. And doing so, she changes a future that wasn't completely sewn in .
Disclaimer: I don't own any of the Twilight franchise. If only though...
Notes: Starts off with New Moon ending. Not exactly how it went in the movie or book. For one, I didn't watch New Moon as much as the other movies. So bear with me. It transitions into the other movies/books, too. Also the imprints that happened, didn't happen... except Sam's. For the sake of certain relationships that happen in this fic. *insert kitty face there* Again bear with me if you love me.
Warnings: yaoi, change of plot (consider the note above), cussing, drama (DRAMA BOMB!), violence, OOCness, graphics, sexual content, etc.
Enjoy!
"Have you decided?"
"I'm afraid your gifts are too valuable to destroy. But if you're unhappy with your lot, join us. We'd be delighted to utilize your skills."
"So you won't end this." It wasn't a question.
"Not without a cause." He stands, his face showing little determination, eyes filled with pain. He walks out the room, ignoring the small smile from the dark man.
"Such a waste."
"No. He can't do that!"
"I've seen this, Bella. The Volturi rejects his proposal. He'll reveal himself just for his death."
Jacob could see the hint of remorse and fear within Bella's brown eyes. And somehow... he could feel it, too. His eyes went to the smaller girl. Alice, he believed her name was, was trembling . "He'll die, Bella. Unless he knows you're alive. He has to know you're alive."
"Wait. Edward is going to kill himself?", Jacob asked, looking in between the two. He was in shock to believe it. How could Edward go about his way because he thought Bella was dead? He didn't come to see if it was true. What a co-
"He's going to try to. We have to stop him.", Alice said, interrupting the new shifter's inner thoughts.
"I'll go. I'll go and show him that I'm very much alive."
Alice snapped her golden gaze to the human. "No. You're staying here. We can't risk the Volturi actually knowing you. Besides you jumping off a cliff led to this." "But-"
"No buts, Bella. Jacob, come with me."
"What?", the other two asked, both turning to glance at Alice in shock.
"Why me?"
"Edward doesn't know you well. He won't expect you coming... or Bella. He won't be able to recognize your thoughts off the bat if he does pick up on you. But you can get to him faster and any vampire there may actually resist you because of your sten-smell. Also, you're someone close to Bella to assure him that she's alive."
Jacob thought about it for a minute. How could he save the vampire?
"I..."
"Jacob?" The younger looked at Bella, her eyes suddenly filled with warm tears. "Jake, if not for saving Edward... do it for me. A best friend."
The shifter stiffened at her words. Save Edward? The guy that held the heart to the girl he loved? His rival? "Bells... I can't-"
"We don't have much time. If you won't do it for her, at least think about our treaty. If you save Edward, we'll be in your debt. We-"
Jacob turned to he quickly, holding his hands up. "No. No. I'll help. I'll go save him." Alice smiled. Despite their opposing scents, she hugged him tightly. "Great. Now let's get you some proper clothing for Italy."
He couldn't believe it. He couldn't believe that now he was sitting on a plane to Italy. Sitting between Alice and Seth no less.
Yes, Seth was there.
Before leaving the very next day, Jacob went to Sam to tell him that he was going to Italy. When he explained the reason behind it, Sam was shocked but understood. He stated that one of the pack members had to accompany him though. Seth, newly shifted due to his father's death, volunteered.
Sam didn't decline. Jacob figured it was because it gave Seth time to get away for a bit and relax from attending his father's funeral. Also because he didn't want anything happen to Seth while Victoria was still out there. He was considered a pup.
Jacob didn't argue and now here was the two young boys sitting on a plane to the foreign country. The younger was sleeping, mumbling gibberish. "He's so young." Jacob looked over to Alice. "Huh?" "Him.", she said, nudging to Seth's direction. "He's very young." "Shifted at fourteen.", Jacob added, rubbing Seth's arm gently. The younger was dressed in dark red button shirt, the sleeves rolled up to his elbows. The first one and bottom two buttons loose. His legs were covered by black slim cut jeans.
Jacob was in dark blue slim cut jeans and a black tee that shaped out his figure. Over it was a dark green button shirt he wore open. Alice insisted the boys wore some more appropriate clothing. Seth didn't seem to mind. And Jacob found it reasonable. They couldn't wonder in an unknown place in just cutoffs.
"We'll be there in a couple of hours. You should rest, too.", Alice assured. Jacob immediately felt sleep after those words were spoken. He wasn't going to protest. He didn't feel there was a need when she was right. Who knew what would happen?
It took nearly 12 hours to arrive in Italy. Alice had "rented" a car for them to get them from the airport to Volterra. Seth was literally clinging to his seat at the speed she was driving. She barely misses a car. "Alice!"
"Seth, it's okay. I have to drive this fast to get to Volterra."
"Explain to me one more time why we have to save Edward."
"He's gonna reveal himself to the humans. If he manages, he gives Aro a reason to kill him, which will actually come true if we don't make it in time."
"Okay. I got that. But I don't understand who Aro or the Volturi is.", Jacob admitted. He was curious and needed to know what he was up against. "The Volturi... you could say they're like the monarchy of vampires. Aro is the leader. Ruling beside him is Caius and Marcus. The Volturi makes sure that we vampires are not known to human society. If a human knows, they must be turned or die."
"Rule?"
"Yeah. Also, Aro is one that... favors."
"As in?", Seth further questioned, relaxing a bit in his seat. "Aro likes to take in vampires with gifts. Those with worthy gifts of course. It's why he didn't kill Edward when he first asked."
"He's a telepath.", Jacob reminded more to himself, and revealing it to Seth. "I guess this Aro guy finds his gift of use." "Actually you're right. Aro is actually in pursue of me and Edward. He finds my gift of use, too. There's no one like me. Aro has a couple of vampires with gifts himself. His most prized vampires are twins, Alec and Jane."
"What can they do?"
"Alec has a vapor. A mist that can take away the senses. Making one never feel, see, hear, or even taste. Jane is able to make you feel pain just by a stare."
"Alec must be the more dangerous."
"He is. He can bring death to millions in one go. But Jane, her creepy appearance and how she portrays herself helps bring the fear to others of her."
"Can't wait to meet her.", Jacob sassed sarcastically. Alice chuckled. "I bet." Up ahead the trio spotted structred tall light tan buildings. Jacob felt his heart stop for a second. Realization hit him.
"Edward's there... Bella's Edward..."
He felt a hint of anger. The girl he loved depended on him to save the vampire who had her heart. He didn't have a chance. Ever.
"I should just give up on her. Bella obviously loves him more than she could ever love me... but I could do this. As her best friend."
"Here we are.", Alice announced. Seth and Jacob looked out the windows a bit. "Hm."
They turned to her when they heard her gasp. Jacob saw her eyelids fluttered. "Alice?" "He's going to show himself at noon. Under the clock tower. They see and he's killed."
Jacob bit his lip. From a distance, he could see said clock tower and saw it was eight minutes to noon. "No. Alice... we-" "Red cloaks! Three o'clock!" Alice stopped the car in time. The three watched as numerous people dressed in red pranced around. There was music and prancing. Jacob sighed loudly. "What the hell?!" "Parade. For San Marco Day Festival. Of course he would choose this as a chance. It's the perfect setting with a large crowd of humans.", Alice said, looking at the two. "Special day."
"Fuck a special day! We have to go!"
"You two go. I can't leave. The sun's out and I'll make it worse."
"Okay.", Seth said, jumping out the car. Jacob looked at Alice. "Clock tower?"
"Yes! Now go save my brother!"
Jacob nodded, rushing out the car.
He could feel his legs burn as he pushed his way through the crowd, Seth being not too far behind. Many found it rude of him, cursing him in a language he didn't know. But Jacob paid no mind to it.
He had to go save Edward.
"Jacob! The clock tower is up ahead!" The two came closer as the clock tower came into view more. They stopped at a majestic designed fountain.
The older of the two could make out a tall figure coming from under the tower. His breath hitched when he realized who it was. "Edward..." The sound of noon heard above. "No... no..."
He watched as Edward began to remove his shirt, his eyes downcast in sorrow. Before he knew it, Jacob felt his legs move again, the burning returning. "Edward! Don't!" Seth gasped when Jacob ran into the fountain, his legs getting wet by the cold liquid. But it didn't matter.
What mattered was saving a life.
"Edward! EDWARD!" The vampire didn't seem to hear him. He stepped closer out into the sunlight, his chest beginning to glow. "NO! SHE'S ALIVE!" Edward felt another mass of weight collide with his. He immediately smelled a sweet scent. Maybe sweeter than Bella's.
"She's alive, Edward. Bella's alive."
Edward seem to have felt life being brought back into him. He didn't know if it was the words said to him or the warmth pressed against his cold skin. He looked down, spotting a mop of short jet black hair. "She's okay, Edward. Bella's alive and waiting for you. She wants you back, Edward. Don't do this to her."
The vampire could hear soft sobs. He stepped back to look at the younger. He recognized the face, but faintly. He looked like the boy Bella was friends with, just have shorter hair.
He saw small tears gathering up in warm brown eyes. Edward swore a hint of sadness hit his unbeating heart. Reality hit him when he realized what the boy said.
"Bella is alive?"
Jacob nodded. "Yes. Read my mind if you don't believe me, but she's alive.", he repeated once more. He was actually getting tired from saying it. He backed away from the vampire. He noticed how pale Edward was. His now fading depression made him look even more pale. And sickly.
Edward wanted to doubt Jacob's words, not sure who he was. He looked into his mind and saw his sister, Alice. "He knows Alice?"
He continued looking into the younger's mind. He found past visuals and sounds of Bella. His Bella. "She... she is alive."
"Jake!" The two turned to the entrance of the tower to see Seth running to him. Edward only saw this boy in Jacob's mind just a few seconds ago. He doesn't remember ever meeting him.
"You saved him. Bella will be relieved.", Seth said with an added sigh. Jacob nodded, before turning to look back at Edward. "And speaking of her, we should leave. Any longer in this place, she might think we failed."
"Why didn't she come...?", Edward beckoned. Jacob looked over him for a second before he understood. "Oh. Jacob. Jacob Black. And as for why Bella's not here, Alice mentioned that we couldn't risk the Volturi seeing her."
"Oh."
He knew the rule to that. "Oh. So why did Alice come with you? And why she's not here either?"
Jacob gave him a look. "Alice needed someone close to Bella to save you. I really don't know any other reason. She's not here because of red cloak traffic and Mother Nature."
Edward chuckled at the blunt answer to his second question. "Aw. I guess that's a mishap on my part." "Oh yeah. Now let's get your emo ass back to Forks." "Um... we have some company.", Seth announced. The older two spotted two figures walking their way. Both Jacob and Seth knew by their scents that they were vampires. And they smelled worse than the Cullens.
The two cloaked figures stopped just feet away from the trio. "Aro would like a word with you."
Jacob couldn't believe he was still here. He wanted to go home, see his father, and rest. He was at the point where he just might kill Edward himself for dragging him and Seth into this situation. At the moment, he along with the other two were following the two vampires Edward introduced as Felix and Demetri. His nose was literally on fire from smelling their stench.
"Jacob, where do you think they're taking us?", Seth quietly asked, even knowing the vampires could hear them. Jacob shrugged at his question. He wasn't sure himself and doubted he could give a right answer. "I honestly don't know, Seth. Guess we'll find out."
Demetri and Felix led them to large double doors. They pushed them opened, revealing a large ivory room with black cloaked figures. Jacob noticed three men sitting in thrones just across from the entrance.
He noticed the first to the left was an elderly vampire. He looked so down in sorrow and angst, his pale skin, dark hair, and bland expression enhancing the emotions. The second to the right looked more to have an attitude. A bad one. His lips were curled in a snarl, Jacob thinking it may be permanent. His hair was blonde, reminding him of Doctor Cullen's. He looked young, but the wolf knew he was old.
Jacob looked to the one in the middle. Like the first, he had dark hair that casaded to his shoulders. He looked younger, but older than the blondie. He had more... cheer? Happiness? Joy? What was the right word for him?
He smiled when his red eyes landed on Edward. "Ah, Edward. I see you're still here. Yet you brought company."
"Aro.", Edward greeted untastefully. Jacob looked around the room. He noticed a pair of vampires by the thrones. One was a blonde girl who looked apathetic, kind of as if she was related to the other blonde vampire. Her eyes seem to bore down on him, resulting in shivers when Jacob thought about it. "She must be Jane. Creepy."
The other beside he was a brunette boy. He was round faced like his sister with the same apathetic expression. But unlike her, he wasn't looking at Jacob. Instead, his eyes was planted on the younger wolf. Seth didn't seem to notice, looking straight ahead. Jacob noticed that Alice was now in the room, wondering how she got here.
Aro stood off his throne and walked down to the ivory pearl steps. He stopped, opening his arms with a smile. "Welcome.", he greeted with fake gentleness. Seth stepped closer to Jacob. He didn't like Aro just how he spoke.
Edward seem to have read his mind and took a step ahead. "Aro, we shouldn't be here."
"Ah yet, my dear Edward, you are the one who requested death when you arrived. Now when we declined your... plea, you took it upon yourself to reveal yourself to humans to get your request."
"I know... but I was stopped."
His black eyes looked over to Jacob. Aro's eyes followed, landing on him. "This boy? He was the one to stop you?"
"He told me a reason to live, Aro. He did stop me."
Aro looked over Jacob, his eyes having an increasing interest. "Hm. I see. He seems... different. What is your name?" Jacob wasn't sure to answer that. Did he want Aro to know his name? "Aro, I don't think-" "My dear Alice, I must know the hero behind saving Edward's life."
Alice bit her lip, not sure what else to say. Aro stepped closer. "What is your name?", he repeated once more, almost impatient. Jacob let out a soft sigh. "My name is Jacob."
"Jacob. Giacobbe." Jacob nodded. Aro smiled. "A strong name for a beautiful boy. It's a shame."
"What's that suppose to mean?", Jacob growled before he could stop himself. Aro chuckled lightly before taking steps back. "You know of our existance. And you must be killed."
Seth gasped. He grabbed Jacob's arm out of shock. "Jake..."
"Aro, this isn't neccessary.", Edward protested. Aro shook his head. "No. It is. It is neccessary. He and the little one must now die. We can't risk humans knowing our existance."
"He doesn't know. He doesn't know.", Jacob found himself thinking. Edward read his thought. "Aro, Jacob and the other one are not what you think they are. They're supposed to know of our existance. They're born into this world."
"You must be right. They don't smell like a snack. They smell rather... unpleasant.", Jane said, a small smirk on her lips. Jacob wanted to roll his eyes at that. Aro looked at her and then back at Jacob again. "If not human, then what would they be?"
"We're shifters. Wolf shifters to be exact."
"Werewolves?!", the blonde vampire on the throne hissed. Aro held out his hand. "Caius."
"No. We don't need the moon to shift. We shift when we want to. And also, it's a gene that is passed. Not by bite or scratch.", Jacob corrected. He heard of the legends of werewolves. And he knew that somehow they may be real. If vampires existed, so could they.
"Hm. Most interesting."
Edward could feel the gaze on him. "It is most interesting. But besides that matter, why would a wolf save a vampire?" "For a friend."
"A friend? Who may that be?"
"Aro, forgive me for being rude, but we'd like to have that private.", Alice said. Red eyes lit up and then dulled. "Very well."
He finally saw Seth, who was now little less tensed. His eyes were downcast on the floor. Aro looked to the younger's right and found Alec looking at him. His eyes were filled with something unreadable. "Hmm..." Aro leaned towards Marcus and whispered something. The vampire looked over at Alec and Seth, suddenly looking as if he was... analyzing them. He said a few words to Aro, who smiled.
"Ah. A most wonderful discovery has been made.", he announced. He stood up, turning to Seth. "Young one. What is your name?" Seth looked up at him, his arms going to wrap around himself. "My name is Seth."
"Seth. That is a name fit for you. Tell me, Seth, how well do you know Jacob?"
Seth was taken back by the sudden attention on him. He looked at Jacob who nodded, but with a frown. "I've known him my whole life. He's like an older brother to me. He's my best friend."
"Alright. And Edward and Alice?" "I just met them. Alice, well, yesterday and Edward today. We haven't spoken as much to each other."
Edward wondered what Aro was doing, why he was now paying attention the youngest. He peeked in his mind, seeing Alec in it and something about a bond with...
"Shit."
"Seth, how old are you?"
"I'm fourteen."
It became more skeptical with the questions. "You're so young." "You have no idea, leech.", Jacob thought, keeping close to his pack brother. "I guess I am.", Seth mumbled, not sure of what next. He crossed his arms a bit more, his shirt raising a bit to show his flat torso. If he was Jasper, he could have felt a hint of lust in the room.
Aro began to walk closer to Seth, his hands out. "If you will." The Clearwater boy stared at his hands, confused. "Um..." "Aro wants to know you better, Seth. He can only see what others thought with a touch.", Edward explained. Jacob's breath hitched at the thought of Aro doing so. "He may find out a couple of things about us. The Pack... but then again. Seth only shifted once and he has yet to actually met the others and learn about our pack duties and such."
He watched as Seth slowly stepped forward, his petite hands out. Gently, Aro grabbed both his hands and closed his eyes.
It was silence in the room while Aro let Seth's mind course through his own. He smiled once he was finished, letting go of the young boy's hands. "My my, you are a remarkable wolf."
Seth stepped away, a faint blush on his cheeks when he swore all eyes were on him.
"This doesn't feel right at all. What's going on?"
The lead vampire watched Seth for a second, his eyes going over to Alec for a while. "Hm. Well, I have a propsal for you. A generous offer."
Seth narrowed his eyes a little, stepping back almost behind Jacob. The taller saw his discomfort and placed a hand on his shoulder. "A generous offer?"
"Ah yes. Quite so. Stay here. Stay and live with us in Volterra."
"WHAT?!" Both wolves could feel the urge to suddenly shift right here in the room. "What? I- I can't." "No. He won't stay here. Definitely not for a bunch of human killing monsters!", Jacob shouted. Jane's eyes flashed for a second. "Don't, mutt. If you know what's good for you."
"Sorry if I offended you. How about some coffee later?"
Alice held in a giggle at Jacob's sarcastic remark. Jane hissed at him. "How lovely would that be. I should kill you for your crude behavior."
"As if I'd let you!"
"Enough!" The room stood still with the raise of Aro's voice. He looked at the four in the center of the room. "Seth, it would be a most wonderful life. You'll be happy. Powerful. Immortal." Just at the hearing of the word, sent shivers through the warm body of the boy. Immortal? That seem like a curse more than a gift. "Aro, I'm sorry. I have to decline your offer. I have a family at home. I can't leave them especially when... we just lost someone. I have to go back. There's nothing that can change my mind about it."
Aro frowned a little. "Alright, little wolf. Just remember my offer still stands for you." He gazed at Edward who was standing just a bit closer to Jacob now. "You and your companions may leave."
Edward simply nodded. He turned, pulling Jacob with him as Demetri led them out the room.
The four walked past a large group of tourists being led by a woman in a red dress. "They looked mighty delicious.", she whispered to Demetri as they walked past. He grinned, showing white fangs. "They do. Save me some."
When the group disappeared, it was no sooner that screams were heard from down the hall.
Jacob could feel his feet move a bit faster, Seth holding in gasp when the shouts of terror were heard. He always had much stronger hearing than others.
"Seth! Wait!"
The young wolf hestitated to turn until he felt a gloved hand on his shoulder. He looked over it and saw one of the vampires from the room. He had a similar appearance to the girl who argued with Jacob.
"Wha...?" "I'm sorry. But I had to speak to you."
Brown eyes widened. "Wh-why? Who are you?"
The vampire smiled, taking the other's hands in his. "My name is Alec."
Another chill.
"So this is Alec. He doesn't look so dangerous like the other." But if anything... he looked rather... handsome. His red eyes seem to glow like his skin. His milk chocolate hair was pressed against his pale skin and seem to blend well. His face was round, yet it was shaped perfectly with masculinity. Seth noticed his lips, red as his own eyes. And through touch, he could feel the coldness of the other, even though the gloves.
"Alec. I... why are you here? I have to go."
"I know, but I just want to tell you good-bye." "Um... okay..."
Well, if this isn't awkward. Alec watched Seth for a while, seeing how his chest moved from breathing. He moved a gloved hand up to the younger's cheek, rubbing under his eye with his thumb. Seth looked at him in surprise, not sure of what to say.
"My you're beautiful." A blush was formed. "Um... thank you... I should go." Seth pulled away from Alec, but the vampire managed to pull him back. He was about to retort until he felt a pair a lips on his own.
Seth's eyes were wide from the sudden kiss, the sudden freezing touch. But slowly, his eyes drifted closed, letting it take over him. He didn't how to response to such an... affectionate action. He swore he felt fingers touching the small of his back under his shirt. And just how quickly it started, it ended.
Alec pulled back, watching as Seth's brows scrunched up when his eyes opened. "Why... why did you kiss me?"
"So if I never see you again, mi lupo." Alec gave him one more kiss before turning away.
By this time, Alice was walking up to Seth. "Hey. What are you doing standing here?", she asked, pulling him gently out the hall. Seth looked back to see Alec's cloak disappear within the shadows.
"I have no idea."
Two weeks have passed since then. The Pack had welcomed their three new recuits.
Leah had shifted also, due to the tramuatic event of Harry's passing. Just how Seth did.
Sue wasn't in shock to know her children phased. She saw it coming, but a little too soon. But no matter, she loved them. At the moment, the said woman watched her youngest sat on a beach blanket watching the waves. The Pack was at the beach, Sue, Billy, and Emily joining them.
Sam, Paul, and Jared were kicking a soccer ball around. Embry, Quil, and Jacob were sitting around Billy watching them. Leah was sitting with Emily, talking about something. It was a bit of a shock because Leah was actually talking to her cousin who "stolen" her fiancé due to him imprinting.
And as for Seth, he was sitting alone. Usually, he would be with Jacob or hanging around Brady and Collin, both who may or may not phase.
But he wasn't. Even with his back facing her, Sue knew her son was feeling... bad. His body language gave it away kind of. When he came back from Italy, he changed a little. He was still the same Seth... just less joyful. He didn't seem to have that glow.
He jokes around sometimes, he laughs. Yet it didn't have the same tone.
He was like he was dreading something. Maybe it was Harry's death still. Leah was still getting over it, but she didn't seem as woeful like her younger brother.
Could it be something that happened in Italy? Jacob had came back and told the Pack what happened there. About Aro and the Volturi. How Edward, who was very grateful, was saved. How Seth was offered a place in Volterra.
Could it be that? From what she was told, Seth wouldn't be having any second thoughts when he stated he wouldn't leave his family.
But it seem as if he was.
Sue walked over and took a seat next to him. "Hey, sweetie.", she greeted softly. Her son turned to her and gave a small smile. "Hey, Mom. What are you doing here?" Sue scooted closer, putting her arm around his shoulders. "Just thought you needed the company. You were sitting here alone and my mother instincts told me to come over.", she joked lightly. It resulted in a laugh from him. "Well, maybe I could use it."
"A mother is always right."
Seth snuggled in her embrace, closing his eyes. "Thanks."
"Anything for my children."
It was silence between them. All that could be heard was laughter from the others and the waves. Sue sighed a litte, running her fingers through Seth's soft tresses. "Are you okay?", she asked, looking down at him. Seth just shrugged. "Just thinking about something. Well... for the past two weeks I have."
"Want to talk about it?"
Seth adjusted himself, laying his head on her lap and his legs spread out on the blanket. "I think I should."
It was obvious to anyone who was closer to who in the Clearwater family. Leah had always been a daddy's girl. When Harry died, she flipped out at the funeral. Not even Sue could calm her down. An hour after it ended, Leah phased out of depression and lost.
Seth was much more of a mama's boy. Not like he was a whiner, he was closer to her. He loved his father, too. Harry treated both his children like equals just as much as Sue did. Seth just felt more comfortable talking to Sue about anything.
Like now.
The mother of the Clearwater children waited until he spoke.
"Remember when Jake and I told you all about Italy?", he asked, looking up at her. Sue nodded. "I remember. You mentioned something about this Aro touching you to look into your thoughts." "Uh huh. Well... something happened when he did that."
Sue raised an eyebrow in thought at the sudden shiver she felt from her son.
Something wasn't right.
"Something happened? What happened?"
"Well, I... when he was looking through my thoughts... I saw his. Like his past, his likes, dislikes... his goals. It happened so fast that I wasn't sure it was real or it was something that happens when he does the same thing to someone else. It shocked me a bit."
She pondered about what she told. Seth saw Aro's thoughts? Could it be that something that happens or was it something more?
"Leah and I were always told about legends about our ancestors. But we were never told of one of our own with a gift. Is there a story on that? Was there ever a possiblity?"
"There's only a few things I was told myself. I never heard of one of our ancestors having a gift. Maybe it is possible. Leah was always a bit faster than anyone else and what Sam told me from your training she's faster than any wolf."
"That's true. And I have stronger hearing. And I swear Jared could see better than anyone else."
"Maybe it is possible for a wolf to have a gift. I'll be sure to look into it for you. The Elders may know a thing or two."
Seth nodded. "Thanks. Oh! There's something I want to talk about." He sat up, adjusting the hoodie he wore. Sue looked at him, her hands now on her knees. "What is it?"
He gave a soft sigh. "Um... Mom, how old were you when you had your first kiss?"
Her eyes widened. Where did that come from?
"I was 26 when I had my first kiss." Seth's eyes widened this time. "Mom, you've got to be joking." Sue let out a laugh. "I am. I was 15. Cute boy, too. And sweet. First guy I went out with before I met your wonderful father." "Ah."
Another moment of silence. Seth's cheeks inherited a red color. Sue smiled seeing it. "Aaawww. You had your first kiss, didn't you?", she teased, poking the boy's shoulder. Seth nodded. "I did. In Italy. I didn't think it would happen. I actually never thought about that kind of stuff until now. It just... happened. One moment, I'm standing in a room filled with creepy vamps and the next, I'm being kissed by one. He just grabbed me, told me he was saying good-bye, and then kissed me."
Sue realized that her youngest said 'he'. It didn't really surprise her. Before he shifted and before Harry died, Seth told them he was gay. Harry accepted it with no problem, a little disappointed he wouldn't have grandchildren from his son, but loved him no less. Sue hugged him for being honest and said she knew it from that day they went shopping and some boy was talking to her son. Seth couldn't stop blushing that day. Leah supported her brother, claiming if any boy that hurt him is getting a major ass-kicking.
The only one to know outside the family was Jacob.
And like Leah, he was willing to kick ass.
"He kissed you? How was it?"
"Mom..."
"Just asking, honey. Don't go whiny on me."
"Well..." Sue wiggled her brows. "Come on. You know you want to tell me. Or should I get Leah or Jacob to get it out of you?" "Mom, no! I'll spill!" Seth grabbed her around the waist, Sue letting out a laugh. "Alright. Go ahead. How was it?"
Seth sat up again, turning his head a little. "It felt... nice."
"Just nice?"
"Yes. I'm not sure how to describe it. It ended so quickly and it surprised me."
"Do you like him?"
Seth looked at her. "Who?"
"The boy that kissed you. Do you like him?"
"... no. I didn't feel the same way. I like someone else."
This perked her interest. "Oh. Is it who I think it is?" "Mom, believe me. It's NOT Jacob. He's like a brother to me." "Someone else in the pack?"
A blush.
"I take that as a yes." She looked back at the waves, letting out a groan as she stretched out her legs.
"Anything you want to talk about?" Seth shook his head, staring at the waves, too. "No. Nothing at all."
He let out another groan when he saw the package on the table. Billy was sitting by said table, sipping on a cup of coffee. "It came this morning.", he teased. Jacob sighed, crossing his arms. "Dad, don't tease me about it."
"This is the third package he sent within a week. And you know who I'm taking about it. Did something in Italy I need to know about?"
"I told you everything.", Jacob answered, picking up the box and sitting it on the counter. Billy raised an eyebrow in thought. "You sure it was everything, son?"
Jacob turned to hide a blush, nodding. He admitted to himself he lied a little. Letting out the part where he was in tears. With Edward looking no less. He had a feeling Edward was sending whatever he was sending as an apology for making him upset. Truthfully, Jacob didn't know why he was crying that time. He just was.
"Yeah. It was everything. Should I make you something?"
Billy waved his hand. "Nah. Charlie's coming by in a few. We're going fishing. I don't know if Bella's stopping by with him or not."
Jacob shrugged his shoulders, taking out a jug of orange juice from the fridge.
Since Italy, he came to the conclusion that he no longer wanted to love Bella or even try to win her. Edward seem to have all the love from her. She was in love to the point of no return. He thought, "What's the point of winning someone's love when they're clearly in love with someone else?"
At first, he was a little heartbroken and disappointed that he was giving up, but then it gave him a more opened mind. He was able to focus on other things other than worrying about a girl that was already being protected by someone.
"Hm." He heard a knock on the door and went to open it. He was greeted by a smiling Charlie Swan and his daughter.
"Hello, Jacob. Just coming to pick up your father." Jacob smiled back. "Hey, Charlie. Dad told me."
"Jacob, who is it?", Billy asked, coming from the kitchen. "It's Charlie and Bella." Billy rolled to his side, smiling at the two in greeting. "Hi, Charlie. Bella." "Hi, Billy.", the brunette said softly, glancing up at Jacob now and then.
Soon after, the two men left, leaving Jacob and Bella on the porch. Jacob had shut the door behind him, taking a stand by one of the railings. "So, Bells, what brings you by?" "Just thought we could talk.", she said, taking a stand next to him. Rather close.
Jacob wanted to question it, but instead he moved a little farther.
"Talk about what?"
Bella shrugged. "Wondering what have you been up to. I haven't seen you in a while since you... saved Edward." He knew she was dreading it. Dreading the fact that it was him who prevented her boyfriend from commiting a crime, risking the secret of knowing vampires (which he already did), and getting himself killed by a group of freaking psycho vampires.
He let it slide though, not really feeling up to talking with the girl. "Well, I've been patroling with the others, catching up on school, hanging out with Seth and the others. The usual.", he answered blandly. Bella frowned a little.
She grew a hint of jealously when Jacob mentioned hanging around Seth. He had time to spend with Seth, but not her?
"Oh. That's... cool." It then clicked in her mind what she was told earlier. "Alice invited over to meet the Cullens. Why don't you come over with me since I'm going to see Edward?" Jacob looked at her for a brief second. Honestly, he didn't want to be around any of the Cullens. He didn't feel up to it or did he feel the need. And it wasn't as if he was going to do it for her.
"Nah. I'm good. Sam might need me for something in a while. Or one of the guys might-"
"Come on, Jake! You know you have nothing better to do! They're nice. Not all vampires are monsters.", she protested. Jacob shook his head. "No. I'm good. Maybe some other time, but not right now. Besides, I'm sure they just want you around. And I doubt they want to smell me. I can't stand vamp stench and I bet they feel the same way."
"Jake!" The two looked up to see Embry, Quil, and Paul. Treading behind was Seth and Jared who looked to be conversing over something. Jacob walked down the stairs to greet them. "Hey, guys. What brings you over?"
"We thought to ask if you wanted to come to the cliff with us.", Embry said, Jared walking up to his side. "That sounds-"
"Great! But Jacob had plans with me. We're going over to the Cullens.", Bella interrupted, grabbing onto Jacob. Said wolf looked down at her while the others exchanged looks. "Bella, I-"
"Jacob, think about it. You can get on one their good side and works to the advantage of the treaty I was told about."
Dark brows scrunched together in disappointment. He saved one of them and he wanted that to be over. But now Bella wants him to be nice and go meet them. It's not like the Pack and Cullens were hissing and snarling at each other on a battlefield.
"It's okay if you can't join us, Jake. There are other times.", Seth said, Paul putting an arm around his shoulders. "Yeah. Besides, you can probably dish some dirt on them.", the older joked with a laugh. It brought a blush to Seth's cheeks.
Jacob sighed. "Alright. Alright. I'll go. Just let me shower and change. I'll see you guys later."
Without another word, he went inside.
"This is stupid. I could have been cliff jumping with the guys. Who knows if Paul might just throw Seth over? He's still a pup."
Jacob wanted to punch something. But he couldn't being in Bella's old truck. He watched as it stopped beside a sleek black vehicle. At that moment, he wanted to jump out and run away but he knew he would catch hell later.
He might as well get it over with.
Jumping out, he pulled his shirt he had on. It was an olive green tee, set with black jeans and boots. He didn't feel the need to be all dressy for a bunch of vampires. He wasn't here to impress. He was here for Bella to leave him alone after.
"Thinking about jumping ship. Geez, this place is... wow."
Bella had knocked on the door, it soon opened to reveal the pixie of the vampires, Alice. She smiled, hugging Bella before turning to hug Jacob, surprising him. "Bella, Jacob. Glad you came today. The family's been wanting to meet you, Jacob.", she said.
He wanted to roll his eyes. "I bet. Can't wait to meet them."
The three went inside, going upstairs to a family den. Jacob looked around for a bit, finally noticing Edward at a piano. Said vamp looked up, his eyes locking on the trio. He stood, going over to Bella and kissing her forehead. "Bella, didn't think you were coming over. I was going to see you later tonight.", he said before turning to Jacob. Avoiding eye contact, the younger turned.
Edward prevented a frown crossing his lips.
"Eddie, is that Bella?" They turned to see the rest of the Cullens coming into the room.
Jacob noticed the one who spoke first was a male. Unlike Edward, he wasn't slender, but rather muscular like a bear. He was a bit tall, too. He had a boyish charm to his face, enchanced by his smirk. His hair was cut short, a little more than Jacob's, a dark brownish-black.
"Yeah. And she brought a friend." "He reeks." Jacob frowned. This one was a blonde with an attitude. She was a beauty though, her pale blond hair in waves passing her shoulders harmonically. While Alice was more of a pixie, she was more of a goddess.
"Rosalie, don't be rude." This one was also female. She had a motherly nature radiating off her. Her smile was sweet, too. Like Alice and the Bear, her hair was a deep brown, straight and flown like a river. Her locks ran down well with her face.
Turning from her, he looked at the last two. Both were male blondes. One just looked older and less... in pain. The younger was a bit shorter, looking just like the Blonde Barbie. They could have been twins from what Jacob guessed. His face seem to have "depression" written over it. Opposite of Alice with "happiness".
The older was more so... fatherly and professional. His blond hair was cut straight and neat. It wasn't a hair out of place.
Taking another glance at all the 7 members of the family, Jacob noticed they each had pale skin and... gold eyes? "Huh. Never noticed."
Alice pulled him a bit closer by his hand. "Everyone, this is Jacob. A friend of Bella's, Edward's savior, and a shifter of the Quileutes." "Billy's son, right?", the older blond male asked. Jacob nodded. "Yeah. His only. How'd you know?" "I've known him for a while. I actually known some of your past relatives from the first time we moved here."
"Ah."
"That's our father, Carlisle.", Edward introduced. Carlisle held out a hand to take Jacob's, giving it a shake. "Nice to meet you." "Same." Alice went to the brunette woman. "And our mother, Esme. You'll love her." "It's nice to meet you, Jacob.", she smiled. Jacob smiled back.
Next was the blonde girl and the brunet boy. "And this is Rosalie and Emmett. They're mates." Emmett gave him a greeting smirk, Rosalie with a blank face. "So a shifter. Wolf right?", Emmett asked. From his tone, you could detect youth and playfulness. The wolf knew Emmett would be on his good side. "Yeah. Vampire, right?" "Vegeterian, but strong."
"And this is my mate, Jasper." Jasper gave him a knowing nod. "Pleasure to meet you, Jacob." There was an accent in his voice. Hm... Texan? "Same to you, Jasper." "And you already know Edward and me.", Alice finished. "Yup. Bella's boyfriend and his sister." "And adorable little thing, isn't she?", Jasper teased, kissing her cheek. Alice giggled and smacked him lightly on the chest. "Shut it."
No sooner, the Cullen family was conserving with the wolf. Bella had sat back, watching as their attention was fully on him. Not what she was thinking would happen. Even at one point, Rosalie joined in when he started talking about cars and other vehicles.
She pouted, snuggling more into her boyfriend's arms. Edward was watching Jacob, listening once in a while to his thoughts. There was little insults, and more excitement in his mind. It made Edward feel... more human. Surprisingly more so than he ever felt with his intended mate.
Bella looked up at him, a bit taken back that his golden gaze was on her best friend. Why was he looking at him? She shifted a little, getting his attention. "Bella?" Edward had finally turned his attention to her. Her eyes is unreadable at the moment, but her emotions are clear. She feels satisifaction, still trying to get over the hidden jealously she doesn't know she had. "Just trying to get comfortable.", she answered.
Jasper stole a quick glance, before turning back to the conversation. Esme had moved seats to sit next to the teen boy. "Jacob, why don't you stay for dinner?", she offered. He shook his head. "No thank you. I rather not. Besides, I have to patrol tonight. I should go home and rest for that." Esme looked to be disappointed, as well as the rest of the family. "Shame. How about another night? You could bring your father over. And the others. It's the least we could do for you protecting Bella from Victoria and saving Edward."
Jacob stood, thinking for a minute. "I'll talk to Sam about it. I can't promise he'll come around with the decision, but I could try."
Esme nodded. "That's fine. It was a pleasure meeting you."
"Feel free to visit us.", Carlisle offered. "And maybe next time, me and you could wrestle.", Emmett smirked, Rosalie smiling a little. Jacob visibly rolled his eyes playfully. "Please. I think even in my human form I could take you on and beat you down, Emmett." "Oh! Oh! We got a challenge!", Rosalie teased. The others laughed a bit, even Edward.
"Yeah. Next time, Emmett. Next time."
"Oh, Jacob. Maybe one of us could take you home. I'll be happy, too.", Alice volunteered, standing. Even spending the little time he had with her, Jacob knew she wouldn't take 'no' for an answer.
"Alright." Alice leaped up and rushed out to the front for her car. Jacob began to follow after her before Edward spoke. "Jacob, can I speak to you for a few?", he asked, setting Bella into the chair. He missed the frown.
Jacob shrugged, the two going outside to the front.
When they were far enough, Edward let out a sigh, looking at the younger. "I don't feel as if I thanked you properly for... preventing me from a death sentence."
Jacob placed his hands in his pockets, letting out a soft chuckle.
"I thought you did with the packages I get in the mail." Edward laughed a little this time. "Oh. You got those. You like the gifts?" "I haven't... I haven't opened them." The vampire made no point to hide his disappointment. "Oh. Why not?" "I... I didn't feel like I should accept the gifts. It seems too much for me. I think saving you and making Bella happy is enough. You don't have to buy me gifts to thank me. Just a simple thank you."
From his words, the oldest Cullen son knew that Jacob was... humble.
"Perfect trait of a member of the family. He's not... greedy."
"Alright. Well, thank you."
"You're welcome."
It was then a howl reached their ears from far into the woods. Jacob looked out to the trees, urgency on his face. "Looks as if Sam's calling for a meeting.", he announced, more to himself. He turned back to Edward. "I have to leave. Can you tell Alice that she doesn't have to drive me home?" The brunet nodded. "I will."
He watched as Jacob dashed into the trees, leaving him behind. And for an odd reason... it made him feel something.
"You know if you get past the wolfy stench, he's not a bad guy."
Bella sat and listened to the Cullens discuss Jacob. She was surprised to hear Rosalie make a statement such as that. The blonde had yet to accept Bella.
"He is. My kind of guy I would hang around 24/7.", Emmett added in, laying back in the sofa. Carlisle was standing just behind the couch, hands on Esme's shoulders. "I've met his father a couple of times. He's a good man and really cares for his son."
"Carlisle, do you think Sam may agree with having dinner with us?", Jasper asked. Carlisle shrugged. "I don't know. Sam is kind of hard to persuade at times."
"I want a yes!", Alice demanded, walking into the room with Edward. Bella sat up a bit seeing her boyfriend. She became confused when she noticed his upset face.
"If they warm up to us, things could go easier.", the pixie added. Rosalie crossed her arms. "You just want more people to shop for. More mannequins." "Maybe. There's this one wolf, he's so small and adorable. It will be a pleasure finding him clothes!"
"Small?", Emmett dragged on.
"From what Jacob told me he shifted at 14. Right after his father died. I believe his name was... Seth! Seth is his name."
"The one that was with Jacob and you in Italy, right?", Esme questioned. Alice nodded. "Yup. Still wondering why Aro was so interested in him. Maybe because he's like a puppy." "Okay. I have to meet this one offically.", Rosalie said, standing up.
Bella was becoming nerve-wrecked. Why was the Cullens so eager now to meet the wolves? It felt as if she was forgotten.
"And he has made his appearance!"
"Shut it, Paul."
The wolves were gathered near the treaty line, waiting for Jacob to show up. He did and took a seat between Quil and Seth. "What's up, Sam?"
"That redhead leech had made another appearance on our lands. Leah and Quil managed to run her off before she made an escape into the ocean."
"I'm sorry, but what is with vampires and oceans?", Seth asked, more to himself. He didn't really want an answer, but it was a mere thought. Jacob let out a wolf like scoff. "Don't know. Maybe you could ask one the next time you come across one."
"Oh yeah. I should. Speaking of which..."
"How was meeting the Cullens, Jake?", Embry asked. It was somewhat a teasing question, but at the same time he was curious as were the others. Sam looked to Jacob. "You went to the Cullens?"
"I honestly didn't want to. Bella forced me into it... with a little help from the guys."
"She said you agreed to go. That you had plans with her."
"Paulie, she lied."
"Don't call me that."
The wolves let out mental laughs. "Anyways, though, Jake, how did it go?", Leah asked. She settled down in the grass, Seth going over to lay his head on her back.
"Well, they were all... nice. Even this blond one with an attitude. Know what, I'm showing you."
He let the images of what happened with the Cullens go through the minds of his Pack. At one point, Embry let out a laugh when Emmett challenged Jacob. "Reminds me of Paul. Just less temper, more fun."
"I can be fun!"
"Even I have to disagree with that.", Sam taunted. Paul let out a small growl. "Oh you guys are assholes."
"Yes. Yes, we are.", Jacob chuckled mentally. "So, Sam, think we should go have dinner with the Cullens? It's really up to you, Mr. Alpha."
Sam thought about it for a while. He sat down and gave a movement that looked to be a wolf's way of shrugging. "I guess we could go. Get to the family a little more. Leah, Seth. You could bring your mother."
"You sure we should bring our mother around them? They're vampires and she's human.", Leah reminded.
"They seem to have great control around humans. Carlisle works around blood as a doctor at the hospital. Just remember if anything happens, we're there."
"Alright. I'll ask Mom."
"Great. Before we part, I just want to remind Jacob and Seth to be careful during their patrol tonight. Be sure to report back to me of anything."
"Including if one of us took a pee on a mountain lion?"
"Seth!"
"What?"
Sam gave a mental chuckle, shaking his large wolf head. "What am I going to do with you?"
Bella couldn't stop pondering over the thoughts in her head. She was lucky Edward couldn't read her mind. Against her, the telepath was powerless.
At the moment, the couple were in the meadow, enjoying the breeze and the sun. Bella laid next to her vampire boyfriend, her eyes dull with little emotion and her lips slightly parted releasing small breaths.
Edward was looking at her, trying to read her by her body language and facial expression.
It didn't seem to work.
He wasn't like Alice who knew what it takes to persuade something. Or Rosalie who could tell if someone was jealous right off the bat. Or even Jasper, reading emotions to figure out what a person thought.
He wasn't a people person. Neither was Jasper, but his gift works on Bella. Not his.
The vamp turned on his side, giving a more comfortable visual on the human girl. She felt his movement, turning her gaze to him. "Edward, can I ask you something?"
"Of course, Bella. What is it?"
He began threading his fingers through her chocolate waves. Bella placed her warmer fingers on his cheek, a small smile in her eyes. "Turn me."
The fingers stopped. Edward looked over Bella's face for any sign that she was joking. He didn't find it. That wasn't a question. "What?"
"Turn me, Edward. Turn me into one of you. Into a vampire."
He sat up, not sure of what to make out of the words. Of the request. It seem... obsurd.
"Bella, I... I can't do that." The female sat up on her legs, eyes narrowing. "Why not?" "First, there's the treaty. The moment I bite you, the Pack will attack us. Second, I don't want you to be like me. To be... a monster." "Edward, you're not a monster. You don't kill humans like the Volturi you told me about."
He didn't say anything for a second.
"But... Bella, I want you to have a normal life. Not a life of constantly hiding, moving. I want you to-"
"I want to be with you forever. I love you. So turn me. Take me out of here and bite me somewhere else."
"I won't do it."
"But Edward-" He stood, now angry. How could Bella throw away her life when she was still young?
"No! I won't!" Bella looked like she was slapped for a split second until she stood up herself. "What will it take for me to be with you? Don't you love me?" "I do! That's why I don't want to turn you! I don't you suffering like I did! The only way for me to turn you if we get married!"
"Then let's get married!" She forced herself on him, arms around his torso tightly and head snuggling in his chest. "Marry me, Edward. Please. I want to be with you. I love you."
He heard a soft sob, feeling tears soaking his light blue shirt. "Please. I love you. Only you." Edward was not sure of what to do next. Slowly, his hands went to hug her closer. It was a battle he lost. He knew he did. "Fine."
The very next Saturday was the dinner with the Cullens.
Each of the Pack members was dressed in casual formal clothing, yet comfortable. Seth had worn the shirt Alice brought him for his trip to Italy, this time with dark grey jeans.
He, along with the others met the Cullens at their home, the family waiting on the front steps. Bella was with them, standing in Edward's arms who didn't look too happy. Jacob noticed this. Maybe it was because of the Pack. He didn't seem to converse much the same time they were together. Yet Edward didn't seem to hate the wolf in any way.
"Jacob! You made it!", Alice squealed, running to the wolf and hugging him. Rosalie wasn't too far behind. She went up to him, hugging him softly unlike her sister. "Good to see you, Jacob."
He blushed from the hugs, surprised by them. "Same to you." He turned to the Pack, signifying each Cullen. "So you all may know Carlisle.", he said, the doctor nodding. Billy spoke up. "Of course. Carlisle, it's good to see you." "Same to you, Billy."
The doctor went over to Esme, placing an arm around her waist. "This is my wife, Esme." He noted over to where their children were. "And there are our children. Alice, Jasper, Rosalie, Emmett, and Edward, who I'm sure you know."
"Ah yup. Mr. Had To Be Saved.", Paul taunted a little. Edward gave a small smile, knowing Paul was just joking while Emmett laughed. "Like his sense of humor."
The Quileutes were introduced one by one. In no time, everyone began to get along. They tolerated each other's scents.
Rosalie had cooed over how cute Seth was, agreeing with Alice. Said boy blushed under the compliments, trying to escape. Leah soon joined in the fun.
Paul and Emmett got along quickly. Embry teased Rosalie about having competition, but Paul had protested saying his eyes were for someone else.
Jasper was surprisingly okay. He didn't hang back. Even with four humans, being Bella as one of them, was present, he was able to restraint himself. He chatted animatedly with Quil and Embry.
Sue and Emily had decided to help Esme with dinner, who didn't mind.
It went perfect, except for one person. Bella.
She had sat back watching the Quileutes and Cullens get along perfectly. Even Edward was talking with Jacob, both seem in no fit of hating each other. It shocked her. She believed Jacob loved her. Wanting her to love him instead of the vampire. So why was he being so friendly to him?
"Maybe he's trying to get on Edward's good side to get to mine. Maybe he's trying to still win me over."
Somehow she felt it was the truth. That Jacob was only pretending to be this nice to make her change her mind. To make her see he was the one. Not Edward.
She felt... a bit pleased with this. Something having two guys fighting over her seem... entertaining.
She smiled, knowing she could hide this well from her boyfriend. From her future husband. If only she knew she couldn't hide these thoughts from another.
That's the end of Part One. I changed some things around from New Moon. Like the scene at the end where Edward and Bella are confronted by Jacob. Wanted to change it for the sake of this fic.
And as for adding in Seth and Leah- They were actually introduced in New Moon by book, unlike their movie counterparts who were introduced in Eclipse. I realized it when I read the book and thought, "Holy skittles!"... okay, but not. Don't judge me!
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