So, I have no idea why I started this, seeing as I have final exams coming up in a couple of weeks, but I couldn't help it. Inspiration struck and I just had to put it into words and upload it! I hope you all enjoy it!

Disclaimer: I don't own any of the characters in this story. Stephanie Meyer has all the credit in creating this wonderful fandom and characters. Also, the cover that I am using does not belong to me, credit goes out to whoever made it. It's amazing.

Onwards

"If you love someone, set them free. If they come back, they're yours. If they don't, they never were…"

I hadn't been back to this place in years, five to be exact. There was one particular reason why I left; this place had caused me so much hurt, so much. It took me six years to figure out that I needed to be here, La Push is where I belong and it is where I am from, where my family is. La Push is me.

Everything still remained the same. As I drove over the La Push border, everything was exactly the way I remembered it. I guess that was a good thing, after all, change barely happened in La Push. No matter what, things will always remain the same.

As I pulled into the driveway of my home, I began to think back to the day I left. I remember it very clearly, almost as if that day only happened yesterday.

"You're just going to up and leave?" came the voice of my best friend. He spun around to face me, a look of anger appearing on his handsome features.

"There's nothing for me here, Jake. This place, it causes me so much pain. Ever since my father passed away, I-I just can't handle the thought of him not being here! Every time I walk through the doorway of my house, I can smell him and it hurts. After 3 months I can still smell my father as if he were still alive today!" I cried. I used my sweatshirt to wipe away my tears as I knew, at this particular moment, my best friend wouldn't comfort me. "There's nothing keeping me back here, Jake. My mother, my brother, they will be fine without me. After all, my mama always wanted me to do something with my life."

"What about me?" Jake pleaded, he moved closer towards me, "What about me, Lee? Am I not good a good enough reason for you to stay here? Stay here with me, Lee. Don't leave me alone here."

I slowly stood in front of him and placed my hand on his cheek, "You do have someone, Jake. You have the boys. Embry, Quill, Paul, Jared, Seth and Sam. They are all going to be there for you, Jake."

"It won't be the same, Lee." He whispered, "It won't be the same without you here…"

Not once had I seen my best friend cry, not once… not until today.

"It's not like I am planning on disappearing off the face of the earth, Jake. After all, I will only be a phone call away. I just, I just won't be returning here for a while…"

He slowly peeled my hand off of his face and held it in his hands, "Please don't leave me, Lee… You're my best friend…"

"I am so sorry, Jake." I whispered. I closed my eyes and slowly began to turn away from him. I slowly tried to remove my hand from his while turning, but his grip only tightened around mine. "Jake… I-I have to go."

"Lee," he spun me back around to face him, he brought his forehead to mine and looked directly into my eyes, "I love you."

My eyes opened in shock, I never knew Jake had feelings for me, let alone had been in love with me. After a moment of gazing at my best friend in wonder, I slowly moved my lips towards his.

Slowly, but surely, my lips touched his. Hesitation played on both parts as we were both new to the feeling of kissing each other. As his lips pressed against mine it was like there was no one else in the world but us. It was like all of my problems had vanished, i tried thinking about one thing that upset me and i couldn't. His lips were moving in perfect sync with mine, and, it was perfect. He slowly pulled his lips away from mine, but not before taking my bottom lip between his teeth and lightly nibbling it before we parted.

"Jake, I-" I began, but I had no idea what to say. What was there to say? Could anything even be said at all?

"Lee, I love you. Please, don't leave me…" he pleaded. He reached his hand up to tuck away a piece of hair that had fallen out of place.

"I am so sorry, Jake." I cried. I laid my head on his chest and quietly began sobbing, "It hurt's too much to be here…"

Jake wrapped his arms around me and slowly began stroking my back. I could hear his sobs as he tried to keep them quiet. As I began to move my head away from Jake's chest, I brought my hands up to the sides of his neck, my thumbs slowly running along his chin line.

"You are my best friend, Jake. You are my hero. You saved me from the wrath of Paul when we were only seven years old, and since then, we have been inseparable. You were there for me during my break up with Sam, during my father's death, and I could not thank you enough for that," I whispered as I lightly placed a kiss upon his cheek, "You were the one that taught me how to live life properly, you were the one that opened my eyes up to so many opportunities out there. Also, now I know, you were the one that loved me… and that kiss, it couldn't have been any more perfect."

"Let me come with you, Lee. I will come with you," Jake pleaded. To this, I merely shook my head.

"What about your garage here, Jake? Your dad needs you as well. You have so much more to loose here than I ever would. Stay here, Jake. You will be happier here." I sensed he was about to say something, so I spoke up once again, "I may not be here for a while, Jake. But we still have tonight…"

Jake slowly closed his eyes and let out a deep sigh as I, once again, began to speak, "Say goodbye to me Jake. Make love to me…"

Before I knew it, Jake had me pinned against his bedroom wall, my hands above my head and his body pressed against mine. Our kiss was laced with love and sadness as the tears formed in both of our eyes and slowly made their way to linger in our kiss. I eagerly kissed him back, trying to will away the tears.

Jake's hands slowly moved down my body, his lips following suit, but resting in the crook of my neck as he began to lightly nibble and kiss that area. I took this time to bring my arms up and fist Jake's hair while my head instinctively moved to the side to give him better access to my neck. I let out a sweet moan as Jake's arms wrapped securely around my thighs, sliding me up the wall. Taking the opportunity to grip either side of his face with my hands, I my lips down to his. Jacob began to run his hands slowly up and down my legs before forcing me to wrap them around his waist.

I was pulled out of her reverie by the sudden loud gasp. As I rose my head up, I was met with the wide eyes of my mother standing on the front porch, tears slightly forming in her eyes.

I took this time to slowly get out of her car and make my way towards my mother. As I reached the bottom of the stairs that lead to the front porch, I felt the tears form in my eyes as I saw the joyful smile spread across my mother's face. "I'm home, Ma."

"Yes you are!" she cried before running down the stairs to engulf me a hug. "Seth, Charlie. Get out here!" my mother screamed.

Charlie? I began to question in my head. Then I remembered a conversation I had on the phone with my mother about a year ago. Her and Charlie were seriously dating, and have been for the past two years.

I pulled away from my mother only to be met with the most bone crushing hug I have experience in my life! Once I realised it was Seth, I squeezed him back as hard as I could and I felt his tears wet the side of my neck.

"Sis," he smiled as he pulled away from me, "You're back!"

"I'm back, little bro," I smiled, "And I'm not going anywhere for a very long time!"

I then turned towards Charlie and extended my hand out to him, "I know it's late… But, welcome to the family, Charlie. Thank you for taking care of my mother and my brother."

Charlie took my hand but pulled me into a hug, "Welcome back, kiddo. It's going to be great to have you here again!"

My mother gripped my hand and dragged me into the kitchen while instructing the boys to go and grab my things from the car.

"I want to hear all about your travels, Leah. What did you do?" she smiled. She sat across from me and gripped my hands in hers once again.

I began talking to my mother about everything. What I had done in the past five years. I told her about gaining my qualification to become a nurse. I have never seen her look so proud. As a little child, I had always wanted to be a nurse, just like my mother. She has been my inspiration since I was just a little girl and I knew, one day, I wanted to be just like her.

"I am so proud of you, honey." She smiled, "If you are ever looking for a job, there's one available at the local hospital in Forks. We have been looking for a new nurse for a while. It would be great if you joined us."

"That would be great, Ma." I beamed at her.

Seth and Charlie soon joined us and they began catching me up on everything. Paul was now married to Rachel Black. Oh Joy, I wonder how that marriage was going. Last I had heard, Paul was still a hot head. But then again, if anyone would be able to set him straight, it was bound to be Rach. Sam and Emily were now engaged, they have been for around about two years. The pain wasn't there anymore when anyone spoke about them. As long as they were happy, those two deserved each other. Jared has found a nice girl, and it's about time.

"Oh, and Jake…" Seth trailed off as mum interrupted him.

"Shoot, all this excitement about Leah returning home, I forgot to begin cooking dinner. They are going to be here very shortly." Sue quickly stood up and placed a kiss on Leah's head, "Jake is going to be so happy to see you, Lee."

"H-He's coming here?" I stuttered, "W-why?"

"Oh dear, I thought you would be happy to see Jake. After all, he was your best friend," My mother rambled. She continued to ramble before Charlie spoke up.

"I am surprised you haven't heard, Leah. I am quite surprised actually; I thought your mother would have told you the last time you two talked on the phone." Charlie began.

"What's going on?" My eyebrows knitted in confusion and my attention was solely focused on Charlie at this point.

"Jake is engaged to Bella," Charlie stated proudly, "They have been engaged for almost two years now.

"They're e-engaged?"

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