It's finally here! Please give this story a chance; I think you guys will like it. Please review, it would make me very happy. This takes place between Eclipse and Breaking Dawn.
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EPOV
I was very anxious to get home and see my beloved. I know I was going to have a hell of a mad girlfriend when I got there, but it was worth it. If only she would just see how mad that dog makes me. It would save us from a lot of fights. I mean it was her safety I was more concerned about; she had no idea how dangerous a werewolf can be. She'll try to escape any second she gets, even when I'm away hunting for a couple hours. That is why she is at my house under the watchful eye of my family.
"Edward slow down" Emmett yelled from behind me
"Yea if you know she's going to be mad then why are you so anxious to get back?" Jasper asked
"Because he's whipped" Emmett teased
I put my foot out causing him to trip mid leap over a fallen tree. I threw my head back and laughed.
"Hey!" he scolded
After another minute of running the big house was in our view. I could still see that most of the lights were on but my bedroom light wasn't. Hopefully Bella was asleep so I could figure out how I was going to get her to forgive me. I walked up the front steps and into the living room. I was surprised to see that Bella was curled up asleep on the couch.
"She just fell asleep" Esme informed not taking her eyes off her book
I kneeled down next to her and stroked my hand along the length of her brown hair. She stirred slightly at the touch of my cold skin but didn't wake. I studied her face to see if I could sense any discomfort, but happily found none. Usually when she slept was when the closet I could ever get into her mind. After another minute of watching her I kissed the side of her head and sat down next to her.
"How mad is she?"
"I would say she's more upset then mad" Carlisle laughed taking a seat next to Esme
"Why?" I was suddenly very concerned why she would be upset, did that dog call her when I was gone?
"When you picked her up she thought you guys were going to spend the night together. Then you just dropped her off to be babysat by us… she cried a little too"
"Now I feel awful…like the worst boyfriend in the world. I thought Jacob might have called and upset her. I was kind of hoping for a reason to kick his ass"
"Edward!" Esme scolded "It had nothing to do with Jacob"
I was so worried all this time about Jacob hurting her and having to protect her from Jacob, just so I could make myself feel better. I should have been paying attention to what the real problem was…me.
"Well Esme it kind of did have something to do with Jacob" Alice said bounding down the stairs
My head shot up at her and she pranced into the living room with Jasper right behind her. I knew it!
"Not like that Edward" she rolled her eyes "She was just mad because she feels like you're parenting her. She feels like she owes it to him…"
"She owes him nothing!" I yelled quietly
"She always feels like she has to do the right thing so in her mind she owes him an explanation as to why she choose you" she continued
"Just give her some breathing room every once in a while" Esme suggested
I looked down at my love and figured they were right. I needed to give her some freedom. She wasn't my property and I didn't want her to feel like that at all. If she wanted to talk to…Jacob then she could. With that I scooped Bella up and brought upstairs into my room. Once I laid her on the bed she rolled over and opened her eyes.
"Hi" she smiled
"Hi love" I leaned down to kiss her on the lips "I heard you were upset earlier"
"Oh that" she sighed "I'm fine I just over reacted"
I sat down next to her and pulled her onto my lap, nuzzling her neck "I'm sorry I made you cry. That was not my intention at all; I just wanted you here, safe"
"I know I just thought that we were going to spend the night together. But it wasn't your fault I just assumed wrong"
Way to make me feel guilty.
"I promise you that this weekend I'll take you out somewhere, wherever you want to go. Just the two of us"
"I'd like that" she laughed placing her hands on top of mine that were wrapped around her waist
Well one situation out of the way and now onto the one that I feared the most. I knew she would say anything-even if it meant making me feel extremely guilty- just so she could talk to Jacob.
"I know there's something else bothering you" I whispered
"Jacob" she said with a simple word "Why are you so protective with me about him. He's my best friend Edward. I owe him an explanation"
"No you don't. You don't have to explain yourself to anyone, especially him. He's put you through enough crap" I growled
"He helped me when I needed a friend" she said carefully
I flinched at her words. No matter how much we tried to move on from me leaving her. It always seemed to creep up on us again somehow. I know Jacob pretty much kept her alive and I'll be forever grateful but I'm here now and that chapter of our lives is over, or so I thought.
"You're not my father Edward and I know that sounds mean but…"
"Stop it" I cut her off "Never be afraid to tell me how you feel, and it's not mean, It's true. I'll admit it; I can be a little over protective sometimes"
"A little" she laughed
"I just don't want you to think I'm the boss of you. You're free to do what you want"
"So let's make an agreement" she turned her head up to look at me
What do have in mind?" I was skeptical this would involve her seeing Jacob and that's not what I meant when I said she's free to do what she wants.
"You let me see Jacob when I want and you can keep me here when you hunt, agreed?"
"I can't" I sighed
"You just said that I can do what I want" she argued
"You can. Things that don't risk your life" I countered
"I risk my life with you…" She stopped when she saw my expression "I'm sorry Edward. I'm just trying to make a point"
"I know"
"So agreed"
Knowing she was going to see him anyways I sighed and tightened my hold on her "Agreed"
Bella's POV
My dad wasn't too happy that I wasn't coming right home after my sleepover with Alice. But he cheered up when I told him I was going to see Jacob. I knew I had to go today before Edward decided to change his mind. I feel like we had actually made progress on the whole 'Jacob' concept so I was going to respect his wishes by calling him and promising to only stay a couple hours. I walked down the stairs and gave Edward a quick goodbye kiss.
"I promise to call when I get there and when I'm on my way home" I promised
"You know I'll worry either way" his hand lingering on my hip
"Just try to have a fun day with your brothers" I smiled softly
"Yea game war" Emmett cheered slapping Jasper's hand
I shook my head at how immature they were and looked at my watch. I hadn't realized but it's almost 10 in the morning, I hope Jacob was awake.
"I'll be back before you even have time to miss me"
I clamored into my truck and revved up the engine. I didn't have much gas but it should be enough to get there, I have to make a mental note to fill up before heading back. I pulled my phone out and dialed Jake's number.
"Hello" he answered yawing
"Hey, it's me"
"Bella? Hey, I was wondering when I'd hear from you. That bloodsucker finally cut the leash" he joked
"Funny but I was just wondering if I can come over?" I asked hopeful
"Yeah I'll be home" he sounded nervous
"I'll be there soon" with that I hung up
Once I passed the sign 'Now Entering La Push' there was no turning back. It felt like I was entering another side of the world. There was the Vampire side, werewolf, and human life side. I laughed at myself, who would have ever thought that when I left my mom in Phoenix I would be hanging out with the supernatural. I pulled up to the tiny red house in record time and Jacob was already waiting on the front step. It had started to rain so we quickly ran into the garage. He leaned against the counter and I crossed my arms.
"So what's up? I'm surprised those leeches let you out of their sight" he laughed
"I'm just cutting right to the chase. I came here to give you an explanation" I breathed
"For what?"
"My decision. I just want you to know that it wasn't an easy one but…"
"Cut the crap Bella, I don't want to hear it" he argued "I hope you and your vamp have a wonderful life together"
"Why is this so difficult for you? You knew from the very beginning that it was him, I'm pretty sure I made that very clear" I yelled back
"Clear for who? Didn't look like that for me. You kept giving me mixed singles 'if only it was simple'" he mimicked "Every time you're with me you feel something and don't lie to me"
"I'm not" my voice shook with rage, he makes me so angry
"I make you nervous and make your heart skip a beat and…"
"Edward does that too" I argued
"Yeah the ice cold, dead vamp does that to you…sure" he rolled his eyes
"Edward was right, I don't owe you anything" I wiped the tear I didn't even know was there
Seeing I was crying Jacob calmed down a bit and took a step closer to me.
"Look Bella. I know I can give you a human life but you're just too stubborn to see that. If only I had more time I wouldn't be damning you to a life of eternity"
"Please don't bring that up" I cried "You know I hate it"
"I'll say anything to get through to you Bella"
"The only thing you're doing is making me upset"
I turned away from him to hide my crying eyes. I knew Edward was not going to be pleased that Jacob made me cry. I felt a hot hand on my shoulder but shrugged it off.
"I love him Jake" I said simply
"And you love me too, but apparently that's not enough" he hung his head "I want you to be happy, I do. I just wonder where you priorities are at sometimes"
"If you want me to happy then accept my decision and leave it at that"
"Bells" he hesitated
"Please"
"Fine" he gave in and I pulled him into a hug
The rest of the day went by quickly; we just talked about random stuff. No supernatural stuff came up at all and for that I was glad. I don't think I can handle much more. It was around 3 in the afternoon when I decided to head out. The rain was starting to get heavy and I didn't want to be stuck in it.
"So I'll see you soon then" I said awkwardly
"Yeah" Jake smiled
I gave him a hug and headed back to my deserted truck. Oh yeah, don't forget to get gas!
"Be careful Bells"
I waved back at him and carefully pulled out of the driveway heading onto the main road. I figured I should call Edward so he doesn't worry.
"Hello love" he answered on the first ring, his velvet voice already soothing me
"I'm on my way back but I'm stopping to get gas"
"I would've gotten you gas, you should've taken the Volvo" he scolded
"Edward I can handle it on my own" I whined
"Do you have money?"
"Yes I do" I rolled my eyes wishing he could see it
"How'd it go?"
"It was…alright. I'll explain when I get back"
"Okay well just be careful driving, the rains really picking up" he always worries
"I will, I love you"
"Love you too"
I pulled into the dingy gas station and lifted the hood of my jacket over my head and opened the gas tank before putting some money into the machine. I only had 20 bucks but I know Edward would take it out to fill it later. As I was putting gas into the truck I noticed a large man with balding hair watching me. I looked around me hoping he was noticing someone else but I was alone here. I shook the gas pump trying to fill the car more quickly.
"Come on" I hissed
The man dropped his cigarette on the ground, stepping on it. He made an advance towards me but I quickly shut the door to my gas tank and put the pump back on the cradle.
"Hey miss?" he said walking up
"Can I help you?"
"Do you have a $5 bill I can have?" his eyes raked over my body disgustingly
"No sorry, I just used it all on gas"
I opened the door to my truck but he grabbed my shoulder.
"Don't touch me!" I yelled
"Do you have a boyfriend?" he asked
"Husband" I said coldly "And I'm late getting home, he'll be worried"
Okay I know were not married yet but we will be someday. Plus maybe this ass will back off if he knows I'm married. At least the part about Edward being worried is true. He looked at my hand.
"You're not wearing a ring"
"It's at the jeweler's being sized"
I turned the engine on desperately wanting Edward to hold me. He smiled and grabbed onto my arm tugging me from the steering wheel.
"I think you're lying to me" he smirked "You know how I take care of liars
I didn't want to know. I tried to scream but he covered my mouth and I could taste the nicotine on his breath.
"I make them mine" he whispered
Before I knew what was happening he tugged on the hem of my shirt trying to rip it off of me. I tried to fight him off but he was too strong. He leaned in closer trying to kiss me and that's when I realized my feet were still free. I did what any women would do; I kicked him where it hurt most. He screamed and fell over.
"You bitch! He tried to grab at me but I swung the door closed and put my truck into drive. I quickly pulled out onto the main road looking behind me nervously. I was so preoccupied with what was going on that I didn't listen to Jacob and Edward's one demand.
"Be careful driving home"
That's when I heard a honking sound before everything disappeared.
EPOV
What was taking Bella so long? She called about 20 minutes ago. The gas station was only 5 minutes away. I was starting to get worried, was she hurt? I wish Alice was here, she and Rosalie left to go hunting a half hour ago.
"Edward you still playing?" Jasper asked waving a controller at me
"No. I'm worried about Bella she should be back by now"
"She'll be alright" Emmett brushed off
I got up and started pacing the length of the room. I decided to call her phone. When her voice mail picked up is when I really started to worry and I left a very distraught message.
"Love where are you? I'm worried sick, please call me"
Not more then a minute later my phone rang and I was relieved to see Bella's number on the screen.
"Bella where are you?" I barked
"Is this Edward Cullen?" I was surprised to hear an older man's voice and not my Bella's
"Yes who is this?"
"What is your relation to Isabella Swan?"
"I'm her boyfriend. Why, what happened?" I yelled
"You need to come down to 'Joe's Gas Station' right away. There's been an accident"
