This story is the sequel to 'A New Breed', but you can still read this one without reading the prequel. The background will be explained. Enjoy.

Chapter 1 Honeymoon

The airport was crowded with people. Jacob, who was now my husband, took my hand and led us both to the exit. I could see that it was sunny outside the automatic glass doors. Out of habit, I pulled my white, wide brim hat lower to shield more of my face. I was always cautious of the effect that sunlight had on my half-vampire skin. Once we were outside, a man holding up a sign that said 'Mr. & Mrs. Black' came to greet us.

"Bonjour, Madame et Monsieur." He said to us.

We nodded our heads and followed him to the black limousine. We should have known that transportation was arranged for us. My aunt Alice would never leave a detail like that out of her plans. Jacob looked uncomfortable in his white collar shirt and khaki pants. Since our honeymoon was a surprise gift from Alice, she provided all the clothes we needed for our trip. She was never fond of the clothes that Jacob wore, so she took the liberty to put together a whole new wardrobe for him. Jacob was not as appreciative of her effort as I was. At this moment, he was undoing yet another button from his shirt.

I knew that Alice would not disappoint me with her choice of hotel. When the bellboy opened up the doors to the presidential suite, I was thrilled. The chandelier over the dark mahogany dining table was scattering sunlight onto the elegant furniture pieces around the room. The sofa chairs in the sitting room were adorned with Provence fabric, which was quite a contrast from the furniture that I was used to seeing in Carlisle's house. I put my purse down on the oversized four-post bed. It was covered with luxurious bedding and various plush pillow shams. Jacob tipped the bellboy and closed the double doors gently.

He walked over to me and wrapped his arms around my waist. My arms automatically wrapped around his neck. It had not been easy for us to finally be together. Mostly I blamed myself for causing havoc in our relationship. If I wasn't so naïve as to run away with a deceitful vampire and bit a human under his influence, we would still be hanging out peacefully in the werewolf territory. After that episode, Jacob's tribe would not allow me on their land. Although Jacob's threat to quit the tribe had made them turn a blind eye on our marriage. I was not, in any way, openly accepted as the wife of their chief. My family had advised me to be patient. They all felt that it was a matter of time before they would accept me back in their circle again.

"What are you worrying about?" Jacob asked in reference to my frown.

"Nothing." I lied. I didn't want to burden Jacob with my concern about how the tribe felt about me.

"Well, this doesn't look like nothing." He said as rubbed his finger gently across my forehead.

I smiled and he lifted my chin to kiss me on my lips. The fireplace was lit and the light was casting a warm glow on his face. I caressed his face with my hand. I could never get over how handsome he looked. He put his lips back on mine, more vigorously this time. His hands roamed down my back and it made my heart beat like crazy. Jacob lifted me up and laid me on the bed. He touched my diamond pendant necklace, which was now also holding my wedding ring. I didn't like wearing any rings on my finger. That was why Jacob gave me a 2-karat diamond pendant instead of a ring for our engagement.

"I don't want you to ever take this off."

"I won't."

"How I feel about your dress, on the other hand, is a different story." Jacob said playfully as he began unbuttoning my shirtdress.

My purse fell off the bed with a thud. I propped myself up to see where it landed.

"Be careful! It's a limited edition monogram."

"Am I supposed to know what that means?"

"Yeah, it means Alice will be mad."

"Well then, she is just about to get irate." Jacob said with a laugh and he threw his shirt off the bed…

We spent the next day more or less on the bed. Just when my throat was starting to ache from the lack of blood consumption, the concierge called us to pick up a package at the front desk.

"There is one parcel for you, Madame, and there is a letter for Monsieur Black." The front desk staff informed us.

Jacob opened up the letter and read it right away. His face turned solemn as he folded up it again. I was dying to ask him what it was about, but he seemed to be deep in thoughts as we rode the elevator back up to our room. I opened up my parcel once we got inside our room. It was a mini-cooler with a dozen pack of animal blood inside. Carlisle must have known that it would be difficult for me to hunt animals while we stayed in the city.

"Ness, I have to go back to take care of some issues."

"Now?" I asked.

Jacob nodded as he zipped up his luggage bag. I felt confused and disappointed. I didn't expect our honeymoon to be so short.

"Should I go back with you?"

"No. Stay. We just got here. Do some shopping and I will be back before you know it."

"Okay." I replied.

We did just get here and Alice booked the hotel room for four weeks. Perhaps Jacob would make it back in a day or two. Jacob kissed me on the forehead and said his goodbye. I was left standing in the sitting room of our presidential suite wondering what could be the emergency that made Jacob leave so suddenly.

The pair of pants that Jacob was wearing this morning was lying in the bathroom floor. I picked it up and noticed that he had left his letter in the pocket. I took the letter out and wondered if I should read it. Jacob would have told me if he wanted me to know. I figured I should respect his privacy. I left the letter on the bathroom counter and I went to take a shower.

The hot water felt good on my skin. I closed my eyes and let the water wash down my face. Suddenly I was overcome with a sharp pain in my throat. Both of my hands flew up to my neck to suppress the pain. It didn't help. It felt scorch dry and burning with flames. I jumped out of the shower and wrapped myself with a towel quickly. I couldn't even wait until I got dress to tear open the pack of animal blood and drained it down my throat. I went through three packs before I could stop my body from shaking. This was very unusual. I must have waited too long. I should have hunted before we left for Paris.

I went back into the bathroom to dry my hair. I couldn't help but noticed that Jacob's letter was still sitting on the counter, tempting me to read it. I let out sigh and flipped open the letter. I was his wife now, shouldn't that give me some right to know where Jacob was going? I read the letter quickly.

Jacob,

We need you to get back immediately. Paul planned a mutiny against you. Half the pack is supporting him to be the chief; the other half is still loyal to you. Your father's house has become a protesting ground for the people in the tribe. The two sides are threatening violence. I cannot hold them back much longer.

Sam

I folded up the letter and stared out the window of our hotel room. The Eiffel tower was clearly in view but I didn't see it. My mind was preoccupied with the thought that I was the reason for the chaos. I could understand now why Jacob wanted me to stay here. I would only add to the friction if I go back. I took in a deep breath as I came to realize the fact that Jacob would not be back for sometime.