I lifted my head up from his burning chest. His heart was pounding faster than I thought possible. As I looked up at him, his deep brown eyes filling up with water, I tried to speak, I couldn't. All that came out was a frantic gasp. It's that point in time, everything in my body seemed like it stopped. Like nothing worked anymore. My brain was trying to comprehend what just happened. It was too much for me to handle. My body shut down and everything went black.
The next thing I remember is I was moving, fast. At least, that's what it felt like. My eyes still wouldn't open. My body wasn't doing anything I told it to. I tried to make a noise, nothing. Great. I continued to lie there helplessly. I tried to make any motion to indicate that I was still alive, or conscious or whatever. My body still failed to listen. I started focusing on the senses I could use. The smells were very familiar. I was in the forest near my home. The same one I passed out in. I could smell Jacob. He was carrying me. What I would give to be able to reach up and touch his face. To give him some reply. I tried to move (to no avail) for the next few minutes. Then we stopped. We were in front of my house. I could smell the old woods and the ancient fireplace. I heard frantic footsteps followed by Mr. Grumpy Pants' yell.
"Give her to me," My dad said sternly. "What did I tell you? She can't handle something like this. I hope you feel real great about yourself." I felt my dad grab a hold of me and hug me tightly.
I heard more footsteps. "Jacob, what the hell did you do to her?" My mom asked franticly as she stroked my hair.
"Nothing, I swear. I just…told her what I needed to. I did the right thing, no matter what your husband says," Jacob said in disgust, "I was holding her," He paused, "And right when I told her, she…stopped responding. I didn't touch her I swear." He sounded like he was in tears.
"You better not have Jacob, leave my house before I do permanent damage to you." My dad growled.
No, Jake don't go, I need you. I love you Jake, please stay here. Just stay for a few minutes, I can wake up. Just wait. I was struggling to say those words. But it was too late. I heard the door close and his sent was fading. I was still in my dad's arms and I could feel the rage inside him. Someone needed a chill pill. The door opened and closed and I felt like I was flying again. I could smell my mom following. My guess was we were going to my Grandparent's. The last thing I need is my entire family hovering over me and finding out my personal business. With my luck, everyone probably came back from hunting and Alice would have told them all about what happened. That would just make my day even better. I heard my Grandfather's voice as we approached the house. My dad started to slow down and I heard the glass door open.
We walked inside the house. Well, I was carried. I could tell everyone was back, fabulous. Dad set me on the couch like earlier this morning.
"Do you hear her thoughts, Edward?" My grandfather asked.
"Yes, she's completely conscious of what's happening, her body just won't respond." My dad said blankly. I could tell her was worried.
"She's probably just in a state of shock," My grandfather added. I felt him put a stethoscope to my chest. "Just give her some time and she'll snap out of it."
At that time I heard more footsteps, followed by a gasp from my Aunt Rose, and laughter from my Uncle Emmett, of course.
I heard my uncle approach. "Did she stop breathing while making out the werewolf?" he joked. My dad didn't find it too funny. "God, Edward, lighten up. You're going to have to get used to it eventually. You know she loves him too."
Did I really? I loved Jacob? I knew I loved him as a best friend, but nothing more than that. Or did I? It would all make since, it would explain why it hurt so much to think he imprinted on another girl. Never in my life would I think like that. But now that I know he loves me, I suppose that changes things. I thought to myself, yes, I am in love with Jacob Black. Just the thought of his name sent chills down my body. 'I'm in love with Jacob…' I thought again.
I heard my dad groan.
Shit, he heard that.
"Yes, I know she does," He sighed. "But that doesn't change anything. Look what he did to her. I swear I'll kill him."
Gee, dad, way to be a mood kill. I would have given anything to wake up at that moment and run away with Jacob. To tell him how I feel too. But lucky me, I just laid there defenseless, waiting for my body to kick in.
I heard my dad speak again. "Jasper, can you help? Please."
I didn't even realize Uncle Jaz was in here. He's so quiet, like Alice I suppose. All of a sudden, I felt very calm. What happened back in the forest didn't worry me anymore. I knew I could just go over to Jake's and leap into his arms and all will be fine. My eyes twitched. I could move my fingers again. That was quick.
"She's coming around." My grandpa said.
My eyes fluttered and I could see light through the cracks. I slowly opened my eyes and saw my entire family standing over me. 'Hey guys, you know I've lived here for eight years. I'm not going to spontaneously grow a third arm, you don't need to stare.' I thought. I would have much rather go back into unconsciousness. I hate being the center of attention.
"Nessie, sweetie, are you alright?" My grandma, Esme asked.
"Yeah, yeah, I'm good, I just, uh," I tried to sit up but my dad pushed me back down.
"Lay down, I don't want you blacking out again." He ordered.
I did as ordered. I look at my dad and thought 'please, can I go? I hate being stared at, I just want to walk around or something. Please daddy?' I didn't want to offend anyone so I did it just so dad could hear. I gave him a pleading look but he just shook his head. Great. I threw my arms over my head with a huff and stared at the celling like this morning. Panic started to come back into my system. Dad ordered Jake away. Where was he? Was he okay? Then just like that, I was calm again. I gave Uncle Jaz a dirty look. He smirked at me.
After an hour or two, my family left me alone on the couch with my dad. I wished he'd go too. I sat up and looked him. 'You know, you're way too over protective. It's Jake, he won't hurt me.' I thought.
He just shook his head again.
'Seriously, dad,' I thought again, 'I really need to see him. It will make me so much happier. Please let me go, just this one night. I'll be back by eleven. Please, for my birthday present?'
He sighed and nodded his head. "Elven." He repeated. "And I'll know everything that happens. No secrets. I love you. Please, for my sake, be safe."
I stood up and gave him a thankful smile. I walked over to him and kissed him on his ice cold forehead. "Thanks daddy. I love you too."
As I was walking away, I heard him whisper, "Take my Volvo." I squealed with excitement. "Just for tonight," He smiled. "Happy Birthday."
I ran straight for the garage and opened the driver's door of my dad's silver Volvo. I put the key in the ignition and shut the door. I looked in the mirror to make sure I looked decent, not that Jake would care. I formed my ringlets so they sat evenly on my shoulders. I put on some extra mascara to really bring out my chocolate brown eyes. Jake said that it was his favorite feature of me. I wasn't much to look at I didn't think. I was skinny and pale, not as pale as my parents, but compared to Jake I was like snow. I had normal sized boobs I guess. I hopped they got bigger before I stopped growing, but it wasn't a huge concern. I was real bony. You could see my rib and hip bones when I'm in my bikini. But like I said, my appearance didn't really matter. My Grandpa Charlie always said I was the most beautiful girl he's ever seen. But I'm sure it was just from a grandpa point of view.
I backed out of the drive way, careful not to hit anything or my dad would murder me. This was his favorite car. Something about meeting mom in it or something. It was already dark outside. I pulled out of the enormous drive way and hit the main road. I didn't technically have a driver's license, but being the Chief of Police's granddaughter really helps.
My calmness really started to fade away once I reached the Black's driveway. Jacob still lived with his dad, Billy and his new wife Sue Clearwater. Or Sue Black…nah, I liked the first one better. I pulled up next to the house and slowly crept out of the car. I made sure the clothes I was wearing sat evenly on my body. I don't even know when I got this outfit, or how it even got one me. My Aunt Alice always buys my clothes and has them on me before I can protest. I'd much rather wear sweatpants, or a ratty t-shirt. That's my since of fashion. But I guess it was a good thing I looked good tonight.
I walked on the gravel driveway shuffling the whole way, hoping Jake would hear me and come to the door so I wouldn't have to ask for him. My plan worked a little too well because within five seconds, Jake ran out of the house, grabbed me, and spun me in a circle.
"I'm so glad you're alright," He laughed, "Don't ever do that to me again."
"Yeah, sorry, Jake," I joked, "I'll try not to pass out on purpose next time."
He looked at me for a second. "Why are you here?"
"Gee, dude, nice to see you too." I sassed.
"You know what I mean." I stated.
"Yeah, I know, it's my turn to talk today, alright? Except you can't pass out because I highly doubt I can carry you home." I laughed.
"Okay, shoot." He stood there waiting for me to start talking.
"Don't you want to go somewhere more private?" I questioned as I pointed to the window next to us. Sue and Billy were watching closely to my every movement.
"It's dark; I don't want to risk you getting hurt."
"Jacob Black, do you honestly think anything can get past a thousand pound werewolf and a vampire hybrid?" I laughed. "Let's go."
He gave in and we ran for about ten minutes until we reached a small creek.
There was only one thing going through my head. Only one sentence. What I was about to do would change my life forever. Talk about pressure. I stood in front of him, I can't believe what I was about to do, dad was going to kill me. Nothing matters now. I need to do this for us.
"Nessie, come on tell me, I can take it." He smiled.
He probably thought I was going to yell at him for what happened today. Or tell him that he was insane for thinking like that. He was dead wrong. The opposite was about to happen, actually.
I don't know what came over me but I ran and jumped on him. I attached myself to his torso. His warm shirtless body touched low cut shirt. I felt him jump as we touched. He grabbed my lower back and I kissed him. And the weird thing is, he kissed me back. Nothing ever felt more natural to me. Vampire on werewolf action. The thought made me giggle. Jake laughed to. I pulled away after a few seconds and looked at his face, pure shock. I smiled and leaned over to his ear.
I had so many emotions going on at one time. I knew only one phrase that could make this moment right. "Jacob Black," I sighed. "I think I'm in love with you."