Jacob Black felt something in his bed next to him, and then opened up his eyes to see Bella curled up against his body. It really wasn't a dream; he couldn't believe it. His hands slowly reached out and brushed one of his hands through her hair. He felt her shiver and he brought her closer to his body. He felt himself relax again and closed his eyes. She stopped shivering and pressed herself closer to him. Unfortunately, his peaceful rest was going to have to be interrupted by a knocking on his door. Bella stirred, but didn't wake up. He unwrapped his arms from her body, and opened up his door.
"Hey Dad," he murmured, rubbing his neck. "I know you are probably wondering what Bella is still doing here," he hadn't really had the chance to explain to his father what she was doing in his bed. Lucky for him though, his father was a lot more understanding than most. "The Cullens came back..." Billy Black didn't need anymore information than that.
"Did she come here willing Jacob?" Billy questioned.
"She came over willingly," he whispered, still in shock.
"Alright...I'm letting you off the hook this time...just please let me know next time ok?" Billy wheeled out of his room, and Jacob walked back to his bed. She looked so peaceful when she slept; the only other time he had seen her sleeping is when he watched her from his patrolling. She would be thrashing and crying. It was nice to see that finally going away. He thought about crawling back into bed with her, but then heard his stomach growl. He walked into the kitchen and made himself a huge bowl of cereal; then as an afterthought made a bowl for Bella. He walked back into his room, and saw she had woken up.
"Hey Bella," he said softly. She smiled lightly at him, and he brought her the bowl of cereal. "Wasn't sure if you were hungry or not," he handed her the bowl.
"Thanks Jake," she said taking the bowl. She felt the bed shift as he sat down next to her. He instantly warmed her body back up, and she felt at ease once more. "I...I can't believe they're back," she whispered, looking down at the bowl of food. She felt a warm arm wrap around her, and she looked up at him.
"You are going to be okay Bells," he murmured. "I'm going to be right here with you...I'm not going anywhere..." he promised her, "I hope you know that," he looked at her face, scanning for her reaction. She suddenly threw her arms around his shoulders, burying her face into his neck. "I know that you are scared...but you don't have to be anymore," she nodded into his shoulder and felt him put his bowl away. He wrapped his arms tightly around her, "It will be okay,"
"I know..." she whispered, "just....just be patient with me?" she asked, sounding so vulnerable.
"Of course," he murmured. She lifted her head, and smiled at him. "Thank you for taking a chance with me," he mumbled. She didn't say anything after that, just started to eat. She smiled lightly, and Jacob felt his heart warm up a little bit. He was glad to see some color returning to her face. Doing okay?" he couldn't help but question. A part of him thought that she was going to regret going back to his house; that she would want to go back to the Cullens.
"Yeah..." she said truthfully. "Just a little nervous about going home. I don't want them to be there," she whispered. He tightened his arms around her, and brushed his lips across her forehead.
"I'll be right there with you Bells," he promised. "I just wish your house was down here," he said solemnly. "You wouldn't be in danger..."
"Its not your fault Jacob," she whispered to him. She pressed her lips against his, and he smiled into it. She was glad to see him happy; for once it was here who actually caused something great to happen. "So...what is the pack going to do about the Cullens being back in town?" she questioned. Jacob stiffened when she mentioned the pack, "Did I say something wrong?" she bit her lip.
"No...Sam doesn't want to break the treaty, but with Victoria out there still...he is willing to keep the peace with the Cullens as long as they keep up their end of the treaty," Jacob breathed. Before he could say much more, he heard a cellphone ringing. "That's yours right?" he asked, changing the subject.
"Yeah...but if it was my Dad, he would probably call the house. Just ignore it," she murmured, snuggling into him. He nodded his head, and saw that she inhaled the bowl of cereal already.
"Wow...you are more hungry than I originally thought," he commented, grabbing his bowl as well. He brought it down to her level, so she could snag some. He could always grab another bowl; and he would do anything to keep her with him. "Hey...I was thinking about either taking a walk on the beach, or maybe working on the Rabbit. Sam said he would keep an eye out on things. He just wanted to make sure that there isn't anymore vamps coming around Forks,"
"Okay," she murmured.
"Bells...are you sure you are okay with this?" he questioned. Sure they had kissed a couple times, but he didn't want to get his hopes up again.
"I meant what I said yesterday," she admitted to him. "Even though I don't seem like it at the moment, I am slowly getting better...and its because of you," she whispered. "Come on..." she said, gently tugging his hand. "You said you wanted to walk on the beach?" she questioned. He nodded his head, and then hopped to his feet. He threw his arm around her shoulders, and felt a grin hit his face. When he took a glance at Bella and saw a grin lighting her face. "I'm glad that you are so happy Bells,"
"Me too..." she said to him. At least Dad will be happy that I'm not going to be zombie girl anymore...he was always rooting for you ya know," his grin widened, and they hit the beach. It was still wet from the storm from the previous night, and Bella couldn't help but feel nervous. She knew that Victoria had trailed her here.
"Don't worry," he murmured, "if she was anywhere near here, I woulda smelt her by now," he felt her body relax. It almost felt like old times, but it felt like she was actually there to be with him this time; not just for the adrenaline rush.
"I kinda wish I could just stay here," she admitted aloud.
"Me too Bells..." as much as he loved shape shifting into a giant wolf; he missed just being normal with Bella. Even though a part of her was using him, it was the best times he can ever remember having. Maybe since she was here now, they could make newer and better memories. "Thank you for saying that," he mumbled lowly. Bella smiled and just leaned her head on his shoulder.
"Are you doing okay?" she questioned.
"Just worried about the Clearwaters..." he said numbly. She knew that he had viewed Harry Clearwater as family, so she felt worried for him. She stopped their walking, and wrapped her arms around his waist, crushing him to her body. He nuzzled his head into her neck, and tightened his arms around her. "Thanks Bells," he mumbled. He gave her a small smile, and pecked her sweetly on the lips. "I guess I should take you back to your house...." he really didn't want her to go back to her house, "Charlie probably needs you too," Bella just nodded her head, wishing she could stay and be with Jacob. They walked back into his house and saw that Charlie was there. She pulled away from Jake, and hugged Charlie.
"I'm so sorry Dad," she murmured. Charlie seemed very surprised; he hadn't seen Bella so focused on anything since Edward Cullen had dumped her in the middle of a forest. He pulled away lightly, and gave the teens a look.
"I still got to go to work....Bells...I.." he didn't know what to say. "I may not be home tonight...going to be-,"
"Its okay Dad," she murmured, "take the time you need," she whispered. He nodded weakly, and looked at her and Jacob.
"I...I would feel more comfortable if you weren't in the house alone," he murmured. "Alice was at the house earlier," he mentioned softly. "I'm not sure if-,"
"If its alright with you and Billy, I'd prefer to stay here," she murmured. He just nodded his head; he had way too much on his mind to even worry about her just staying with a guy. He pressed a quick kiss on her forehead, and walked out the door. She turned to Jacob and looked up at him. She was beginning to realize how selfish she was when she was being zombie girl.
"So we can..." he started, but was interrupted by her wrapping her arms around him to plant a kiss on his lips. When she pulled her lips away, Jacob had a grin lighting his face. "Thank you Bella," he seemed much happier now. "So I was thinking..." he murmured, "I know you aren't much for social gatherings, but Sam and Emily are going to be having a bonfire after the....the funeral," he swallowed lightly before he continued, "I would really like it if you went there with me," he had lost some of his courage with talking to Bella. She was acting...normal again; and he didn't want to mess up with her again.
"Jake of course I will go," she whispered, taking his hands. He grinned once again, and he wrapped her arms around her and twirled her around. She let out a laugh, and heard his husky laugh mingling with hers. "So...I was thinking of making some sort of care package for the Clearwaters..."
"That sounds like a really good idea there Bells," he said.
"We don't have to do that if you don't want to..." she murmured, wanting him to think about himself for a little bit.
"Your care packages usually come with cookies," he said with a grin. "And your cookies are awesome,"
"Alright...we can either stay here or go to my house where I know we have the things for food," That made Jake somber up a little bit, "Did I say something wrong?" she questioned.
"Not sure how it will be if we run into the vamps. Maybe we could just go to the store around here and get stuff," he murmured reluctantly.
"Thats okay..." she murmured. "We can go whenever you want," Jacob grinned; she was actually trying to be better. He had finally gotten through.
Sorry that its so open ended but I wasn't sure where to go with this particular fiction as of yet. But I thought some of the readers would appreciate an update. Anyways, read my other Twilight fic, The Trouble With Love Is; there is plenty of chapters to read while I try to update both of these....anyways, hope you enjoyed it.