Prologue: LPOV

Summer had ended too quickly. School was going to start tomorrow and then would come the bonfire. I'd been dreading it since Sam and Emily's cheat fest, which is what I had taken to calling it. I would have to see them, together, while I was all by myself. I hate this, I just needed to see my boyfriend, and then I would forget all about Sam.

Ya, right. Sam was the love of my life. My first everything, I can't just let that go! I mean, I totally get the imprint thing (kind of) but he didn't even try to fight it! It's almost as if he never really loved me in the first place.

I went back to doodling, the only thing that makes me not want to rip my hair out or cry like a baby (which I refuse to do because I'm not a wimp). My phone rang and I checked the caller I.D. It read Jason. My heart rate sped up and I checked to make sure my door was closed.

'Hey Baby, whatcha doin?" I heard his deep voice and my emotions screamed at me in pleasure. I cleared my throat.

"Not much, just drawing," I smiled at his laugh, it made my skin go warm (well, warmer).

"How would you like to get together soon? Maybe somewhere neutral, we don't want to start a fight," he asked, I had to agree; not fighting would be a key part of this relationship…I wanted it to work out so badly.

"Of course! I'm not sure where we could go that's mutual though…" I trailed off, trying to think of a place where we wouldn't have to worry about getting caught by either pack. This was the hard thing with being in a relationship with someone from a rival pack; you're constantly looking over your shoulder for the happiness to come crashing down.

"How about we meet in Forks? Then maybe up to Olympia?" He suggested, I swear this boy's a genius.

"Sounds good" I smiled, happy that I'm gonna get to see Jason. His stunning tan skin, gorgeous emerald eyes, plus his great body just makes him even more tempting.

"See you then, Baby," I laughed and said bye, hanging up the phone. Then I went through and deleted the call. I knew none of the guys would probably search my call history, but I couldn't get caught. This rogue pack had become our rivals within the past few weeks, they crossed into our territory and we had to make boundary lines. If Jason and I got caught, I would be forever shunned from the pack, and that's a disgrace that stays with you for life.

I dropped my phone on my bed and tried to figure out what to wear to meet Jason tomorrow. Even though it wasn't said, I knew we were meeting at the diner, that's where we first met. I smiled to myself, reliving the memory.

The front door closed and I knew Seth was home. I'd just have to figure something out for Jason tomorrow after school.

"Leah, you gonna make dinner?" I heard my brother yell. I growled under my breath, if he hadn't come in she would still be talking to Jason. Ugh, the joys of having a little brother.

"Ya, just give me a second," I called back, I took a deep breath and mentally prepared to lie my guts out, not that it would be a problem...but I've always had problems lying to certain people. Seth, unfortunately, was one of them.

I headed downstairs and grabbed a box of Pasta Roni. The whole time I was making it, I was thinking of how the I was supposed to keep Jason from the pack when we were phased. Shit.

We heard Sam howling at the same time, we passed a glance and I headed out back. I went through the bit of forest at the edge of our property. I slid out of my clothes and felt myself give in to my inner wolf. I felt the pleasurable pain pierce through my body and i landed on all fours with a thud.

Glad you two could finally join us, Sam thought. I took off full speed into the forest and in no time burst into the clearing they were settled at.

At least I came, I growled at him. I thought that was a low blow, so I countered with one of my own. I thought up all the scenes of how he broke up with me, aiming them right at him. I felt him wince.

Lee, he started. I cut him off.

Why did you call the meeting? I asked, I did not want to get into him and me while the rest of the pack was watching.

Right, I called this meeting to discuss the recently discovered, rival pack. He started, I gulped and blocked off my thoughts. They have entered into our territory, we must decide whether or not to make them leave or leave them be, they are continually crossing the borders we have set, and I think it's high time we give it to them, hard. He finished and looked around to each of us in turn.

All the guys started growling viciously, Jake especially, he seemed to think his size was being questioned. I shook my head and tried not to laugh. These testosterone controlled boys are starting to wear on my nerves.

Jake was still holding a grudge over the first time we met the other pack. Jason had commented about Jacob being on steroids and Jacob had taken it to heart. Jacob was now growling louder than everyone else. It was not a good thing (or a smart thing) to piss Jake off, unfortunately, my Jason hadn't known that at the time. Jake nearly ripped his head off before both Alphas had called their men (wolves) to stop.

I think we should make them leave! It was our territory first and if it wasn't for them, we would still have all that land! Paul raged, wow, he was not happy about the rival pack. He was snapping his jaws and Sam was struggling to maintain order.

Sam barked out an Alpha command and silence filled the clearing once more. I gathered some courage, and took a deep breath. I had to defend Jason, indirectly of course.

I think they're fine, just like the, bloodsuckers, I forced the word. I think we just have to adjust and back off unless they do something severe, I don't want to fight unless we absolutely have to, I reasoned. I didn't want them ruining my relationship with Jason, especially when he had the potential to be the one.

Sam took both thoughts into consideration. He took a while to sort through the pros and cons, we waitied anxiously.

I think we should go with Leah's idea, it makes more sense. they have a slightly smaller pack than ours, but big none the less. He stated, his alpha tone ringing out clearly. I let out a breath. Sam dismissed the meeting and Seth and I raced back to the house. Oncce he went in I phased out and got dressed, all the while thinking about Jason. This Romeo and Juliet thing was hard. I only hoped it's worth it.

JasPov:

I hung up the phone and glanced around the room to each of my pack brothers. I smiled evily, and their faces shone with curiosity. I took a deep breath.

"She's as good as ours," the room before me cheered and I laughed. Leah Clearwater would become the newest member of our pack in no time.