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AN-Thanks to all the people that added this story to their alerts ect. And thanks to the two people that reviewed, I appreciate it. Anyway on with Chapter two,xx

Chapter Two x

By the time all of the cooking was done it was about half 6. I know what you thinking three hours straight of cooking, but you havent seen the way these boys eat! It's ridiculous! Embry and Sam came in for the last few trays of food to carry out onto the beach. They boys had set everything up and everyone was here. By the time me and Emily got outside, the fire was going, the food was set up and it was just beginning to get dark. Billy Black cleared his throat and indicated for everybody to sit down-on the logs that were situated around the roaring fire. Looking around I saw mostly couples, cuddling up to each other,as they waited for the legends to begin. I walked over to the other side of the fire, to where Leah sat with Seth. She smiled at me and moved over a bit so I could sit next to her. Fully aware of Paul's burning gaze on my back, I smiled back and sat next to her. Sighing as I did so. Billy's clear voice rang out; instantly silencing everybody as they settled down and turned to face him.

"The legends all started when.." he stated clearly as he carried on telling the story that he had told for years and years. Glancing over at Ella, Paul caught my eye and held it. Dropping my eyes to the fire quickly, I turned my head to face Billy and let myself become absorbed into his words. Not long after, Leah wrapped her arms.

"You're really brave you know. You've ignored the imprint for two years and haven't give in once, no matter what Paul has done to try and get you to give in. But you love him don't you? As much as everyone admires you for what you've done, why should you be unhappy by watching him with somebody else? It's not fair on you Lay!" she whispered.

"You know I love him; it's what this imprint does! Forces you to love somebody, no matter who it hurts. That's what isn't fair Leah; It hurts me to see him with her but I'm not going to let him break her heart just so we can give into this. No way am I going to do that. You of all people should know why Leah." I whispered back.

She smiled sadly. "Of course I know why you're doing it. Sam really hurt me by doing what he did, but it's involuntary Lay, I understand that now. Sam didnt want to hurt me-but he did anyway. I've seen their imprint in Sam's head and he loves her more than anything in the world, and thats all I can ask. He left me heartbroken but I'm over it now. All I want is for him to love and look after her. Not that I'd ever tell them that." She said as she smiled at me.

"I admire you, you know that?" I said as I hugged her. Billy wrapped up his story, just as I let go of Leah. Everyone started to get up, stretching and walking over to the food and drink table. All of the boys started loading their plates up, and grabbing a bottle of beer each, before sitting back down-with either each other or their imprints. I sighed as I placed some food on my plate and grabbed a smirnoff ice and sat down next to Seth. Who immediately started talking to me. After a few hours, most people were either drunk or tipsy. Me on the other hand was fine; I'm one of those girls who can handle her drink, not that I drink that much anyway. I don't really rate it much. The only time I actually drink is at the bonfires or at partys or whatever. I heard a giggle from across the fire and saw my sister, all over Paul. She was sat on his knee and was beyond pissed. I shook my head and turned away, but turned back after a few minutes because I could feel eyes burning into me. Paul was sat there, staring into my eyes, whilst trying to restrain my sister from embarrassing them both. I scoffed and turned away from him; after putting my bottles and plate in the bin, I walked down the beach-away from everybody and tried to clear my head. I settled on a massive rock that was left literally untouched by the sea, which just touched it with small waves that lapped around it. It was beautiful out here. Away from all the prying and sympathetic eyes, the only sounds here were the sound of the crashing waves and the beautiful white light of the moon.

"What do you want Paul?" I asked him coldly.

"You know you shouldn't be out here on your own, there's been more vampire attacks!" He all but growled at me.

"How do you know that's not what I've been hoping? At least then I wouldn't have to live like this!" I snapped back at him.

"You know only you would say something as sick as that!"

"Well Paul my head is fucked! You aren't helping me whatsover! Your making everything so much harder for me, I ask you to stay away from me but you wont." I said as I turned my back on him.

"That's because I can't! You know I can't, you think I enjoy seeing you like this? You wont let me in to help you!"

"That's because if I do then I'll regret what would happen and betray my sister. I can't let that happen Paul!" I told him as a tear slipped down my face.

Just as he went to reply, my sisters voice rang out.

"PAAAUUULLLLLLLLLL!"

"Help me down, she's trashed and she needs to go home before she ends up knocking herself out!" I told him as I turned my body round to face him. I looked over his shoulder to see my sister stood along the trees waving to us. I waved back then looked down at him. He placed his arms around my waist, and gently brought my body down. When me feet touched the sand, I wriggled out of his grasp and looked up at him.

"Come on,we need to get her home." I said as I started walking away. I heard him follow behind me.

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It took me 10 minutes to coax her to get in the car. Paul ended up losing his patience and just picked her up and carried her to the car. She fell asleep in his arms, so he lay her across the backseat and put a seatbelt around her waist so she wouldnt roll off the seat. There was no room for me to squeeze in the back. So I ended up sat in the front seat with Paul, this was going to be awkward!

"So Ella said your dad is on a business trip?" He stated in the darkness of the car.

"Yeah he's away till tuesday."

"So you're both alone for 4 days?" I closed my eyes and crossed my legs on the seat.

"She's asked you to stay with us hasn't she?" I snapped as I turned in his direction.

"And let me guess you said Yes?"

"Well I couldnt exactly say no Layla, besides your dad asked me to keep checking in on you both, so I'm just obeying orders. Besides I'm a resposible adult" He said as he smiled at me in the darkness and then turned back to the road.

"Obeying orders! You have never obey an order in your whole life Paul Lahote! If you had you would listen to me everytime I told you to back off! And responsible adult my arse! You're nineteen and you act about nine!" I said as I rolled my eyes.

He didnt even reply, he just parked the car on the drive outside the house and got out of the car. When I didnt move from the car, he opened the passenger door-my sister passed out in his arms and motioned for me to get out of the car.

"Wanna get the door anytime tonight Lay?"

I climbed out of the car and fished my keys out of my jacket pocket. Opening the door and flipping the lights, I didnt even wait for him, I just walked up the stairs-flipping the lights as I went, until I was in Ella's room. Pulling back her covers, I motioned for Paul to place her in bed. After taking off her shoes, jeans and jacket, I placed the covers over her body and went to grab her two tablets and water for her hangover the next morning. Once they was in her room, I switched off her light and closed her door.

When I went downstairs again Paul was sat in front of the t.v, flicking through the channels. I raised my eyebrows and sat on the arm chair to the right of him.

"You do realise that you don't need to stay tonight? She's asleep. Your services clearly aren't needed." I said as I looked over at him.

"My services? Your not getting rid of me that easily Layla; I promised Ella I would stay so I am. I'll sleep down here, so you don't have to worry. Besides it wouldn't be fair on you."

"I'm going to pretend I know what your on about, I'm going to get changed. Try not to break anything."

The only response I got was a chuckle.

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After changing into my pyjamas-which was a black vest top and blue checked pyjama pants, I threw on a pair of fluffy socks and grabbed a few pillows and blankets for Paul. It wasn't like he would need the blankets,but hey I'm all about hospitality. I grabbed my makeup wipes and turned the light off. Walking silently down the stairs. I threw the blankets and pillows at him. I sat down on the edge of the arm chair and started to take my makeup off.

"What?" I asked him once I put all of the used wipes in the bin.

"You're beautiful." Was all he said.

"Please don't start again Paul; anyway you know where everything is-help yourself to food, drinks-or whatever you want." I said as I stood up.

"Wait, where you going?"

"To bed." I said over my shoulder.

"Will you just wait a second?" He said as he grabbed my arm. I looked up at him and he continued talking.

"I promise I wont try anything, or even say anything that will make you uncomfortable."

I walked round him and flopped down on the couch;

"I'm gonna hold you to that." I said as I grabbed the remote and started looking through the movie channels. Not missing his smile as he sat down at the other end of the couch.

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After watching two films; one called Faster-with Dwayne 'the rock' Johnston and another one called Coyote Ugly(-both really good films might I add.) I could feel myself getting really tired. I was too tired to move, my body was protesting at every attempt I made to get up. I sighed and sat up, Paul's attention snapped to me instantly.

"You Okay?" He asked me quickly.

"I'm fine, just really tired now." I said as I smiled at him.

"Yeah you look dead on your feet." He said as he threw a pillow at me.

"I don't see how a pillow is going to give me the motivation to climb the stairs and get into my bed." I frowned at him.

"Stay here then...No not like that! Were friends aren't we? Friends can fall asleep next to each other you know. It's not like we'd be having sex or anything." He said as he looked at me intently.

Weighing up my options; I looked from him and the stairs.

"Fine but this is a one off, try anything and I'll kill you." I said as I yawned and climbed up the couch, so i was lay next to him. He placed a blanket over us and wrapped his arms around me. I could feel myself drifting off into sleep, I felt so content and warm. Never in my life have I ever felt so safe and protected. I moved my body further back so my back was pressed into his chest-seeking more warmth from his body. The last thing I remember feeling was Paul pulling me tighter against his body.

It was like my mouth wasnt connected to my brain, as I felt myself whisper quietly into the darkness, four words that would change everything.

I love you Paul...

Then sleep finally took over my body.

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