A/N: I am so sorry for leaving this one hanging, and definitely sorry for the ones who waited for this update. I have been working on It Will Rain seeing how readers are more interested in that one, and It's Just You [Which BTW, I think you should read] because its now finished. So please enjoy, as I hope to continue if the results are promising… so please, R&R.

Oh and P.S., This one is kind of sappy and corny, but I needed to get passed the whole Graduation day, and hopefully acquaint you more to the characters.

3. Graduation Day

Jacob's POV

I still couldn't wrap my head around it; my three oldest children were graduating today. This was and is a reminder of how good I did as a dad, how well Seth and Paul did knowing that we had a chance to witness our two sons and daughter walk up to the stage and accept their diploma's.

I was as nervous on the day of my wedding, in the same situation almost seventeen years ago, my elderly father watching me as I adjusted Sean's silver tie as he shuffled his feet uncomfortably. I chuckled and shook my head, seeing how this was the end of his time in school, and the beginning of a new life of making mistakes and learning with love and life. This was and still is the opportunity for the triplets to take life by the reins and see where it leads them.

I watched Sean's expressions change from calm to nervous. He cocked a half-smile before reluctantly fidgeting and scanning the room. He always did this whenever the day or event required his presence. I recalled the many situations of raising the seventeen-year-old, how he could contradict the situation to his favor, convincing an entire room of lawyers that it wasn't his fault. Even though he figures that he can fool everyone, Seth, Paul and I can always tell when he lies, his voice goes higher and the corner of his eyes faintly arch up to convince us it's the truth. But of the many memories I have with my son, one always seemed to stand out.

He was eight at the time, when JJ convinced him we had favorites, and Sean didn't fit in either category, that he was the black sheep of the family. It was quite heartbreaking to see him so lost, like no one loved him. The fact that someone let it slip that I wasn't his birth father -that Paul was- didn't make anything easier. He came to me while I was repairing and tuning up the truck, looking saddened. It bothered me a lot that Sean felt this way, that he felt he wasn't allowed to call me his papa anymore, so I made sure he knew that no matter what anyone said, I would always be his papa just as much as Seth and Paul were his parents. I know he still feels bothered by the fact, but he won't show it, and I always make it my obligation that we communicate and have some father/ son time.

"I can't believe you guys are already graduating," Seth sniffled, wiping the tears of joy and pride, "makes me feel kind of old."

We all laughed at the thought. We sure the hell didn't look the part, it still looked as if we should be in the graduating class, walking in the single file as my name would most likely be called first in alphabetical order, followed by Daniel, Lexi, then Sean.

"Imagine how I feel." Billy added. "I'm just glad I'm here to see this."

"So are we grandpapa." Lexi came from behind him and wrapped her arms around her grandfather.

We all stood in awe as she smiled shyly, noticing our gazes were all on her. She wore the gown that her and Leah searched high and low for. The gown reminded me so much of a wedding gown, slimly hugging her figure as a white daisy hairpiece added the last touch. She smiled so beautifully, reminding me so much of my mother in the wedding picture of her and my dad. I have never been so proud of my daughter, and for the first time in a long time, I watched Paul as a tear trickled down his cheek, Seth mirroring the expression as we stared at her in joy.

"My baby girl is all grown up." Paul reached down and hugged her, lifting her and giving her a kiss on the cheek.

"Father…" She whined, "You're going to mess up my make-up."

"We're proud of you, all of you." He acknowledged her, then the boys as the stood next Lexi with huge smiles. Seth and I soon followed with the hug-fest, sobbing like babies while the chuckled in embarrassment.

"Picture time." Sue announced. "All of you, even the twins."

I stood to the right of Seth with Paul to his left. Seth's hands were rested on Lexi's shoulders as she stood between Sean and Daniel in front of us, then the twins knelt down in front of Lexi as her hands rested on each of their shoulder's.

"Awe, that is so beautiful…" Lisa cooed, "such a happy family."

"I couldn't agree with you more hon," Harold chimed in.

"Now say cheese!"

Paul's POV

I couldn't stay mad. Not today. I'm a proud parent right now, I was about to witness my sons and my daughter take another step into the rest of their lives. Sure I was still bothered by Sean's situation, but I'm working on accepting it, working on gaining his trust back. Today our excuses of being upset with each other would be subsided with his success. I even agreed with Seth and Jake to allow Renesmee escort him through the entire ceremony and prom. That had to be one of my biggest decisions I've ever made in my life.

I sat next to my husbands, watching as the called the graduate's names in alphabetical order. Some kid named Aiden Archie took the stage first, shaking the principals and the entire school staff's hands before retrieving to his seat. Then they called Daniel, and that's when we along with most of the crowd burst into cheers as he walked up to the podium in a black graduation gown. He smiled as Sue, Seth, Leah, my mom, and Emily raced to the front to take pictures. Next was Lexi, then Sean. We had to be the loudest in the entire auditorium. Everyone from the pack was here, including their families. So putting all of us together to appraise our kids was enough to bust someone's eardrums.

Watching Lexi flash a smile and face her dad to pose, brought up a lot of memories of her, especially he photogenic personality. She would always stop and pose for anyone who had a camera, and was overjoyed when we bought her a Nikon for her fourteenth birthday. If she didn't have the thing attached to her neck, it was probably because she would forget to charge the batteries the night before. So when it usually came to the family occasions and celebrations, we would give her a few dollars to get the best shots she could, and she usually did.

Lexi has always been my baby girl, and she knows it. I'm a softy when she asks me something, and it's always hard to say no to her. Jake and Seth always say I'm way too protective over her, and when she started dating SJ proved my many antics to make sure no one broke her heart. Of course the kid did end up hurting her, and I was ready to tear him to shreds if he didn't imprint on my son, so I was forced to hold back my anger and just throw a couple slurs to him. But after the whole complication, I forbade any guy to date her, and she knows not to ask me. Unless an imprint changes it, she can have anything she wants from me but permission to date.

The ceremonies were soon over, followed with pictures that took place outside in decorated areas on the lawn. Sue steered the entire session -acting as the photographer since she was the only one Lexi trusted with her camera- as she demanded the triplets to hold up their diplomas. Soon followed by another family picture, then Sue and Billy with them, then Leah and Jack with them, then a group photo with all of us that was gladly instructed by one of the teachers. Then last one was with each of them with their imprints; Sean with Renesmee, Daniel with SJ, and seeing how Lexi didn't have one yet, she wanted one alone with her parent's, us. It was exactly like last year when we celebrated SJ's graduation.

I tried to hold back every tear, but it was harder than I thought. I balled my eyes out, realizing that they were all grown up and soon wouldn't need us in their lives. I did my best by covering it up with laughter, reminiscing with Seth and Jake on the good times as they ventured off to the dance and entertainment celebrations. Seth and Leah organized a get together along with Bella and Sue to have a celebration dinner at our place. We invited the Cullens, but thankfully, only Bella and her sister-in-law Alice showed up, the only ones I could tolerate other than my son's imprint. Apparently Edward and his dad along with the others were doing their own thing.

So as we eagerly waited for the kids to return, we gathered to eat and make toasts. I watched as my family made small talk and most of the kids playing charades to pass time. The rest of us gathered in the living area having a few beers and talking until we decided to call it a night. Emily, Kim, Dana, Claire, and Leah left early to bring their family's home while Sam, Jared, Embry, Quil, and Brady followed not long after.

Just as Seth began worrying, Sean pulled into the driveway with Daniel, Lexi, SJ and Renesmee. It was decided that SJ and Renesmee would stay tonight and we would go to the Cullens tomorrow for the get-together that Bella and Esme insisted on throwing to finally celebrate the imprint of Sean and Renesmee.

The meeting with the council went as smoothly as we expected. Even though I stated my disagreement, they agreed that we would watch the bond carefully, making sure that nothing wrong happened. I watched as Jacob convinced his father and the rest of them that this could be a good thing, I just hope that he's right.

Seth's POV

It wasn't something I was okay with, but it's a routine I've adjusted to. Making breakfast and tidying up like the housewife I've dreaded to become, but seeing how I'm the one who birthed the kids, somehow I fell into this position. So balancing out the life with marriage, kids, work, and being the still female alpha of a pack takes a lot out of me. Would I change anything about it? No, probably not, because I'm learning a lot about what I am capable of. Two of my duties will be retired soon, phasing and work. I decided that as soon as the alpha roles were passed down, I would quit phasing. And work, well saving lives has become a chore more of, being a lifeguard at the public beach during the day, then patrols at night has become pointless. After all, the auto shop has been successful since then, and I don't really have to worry about finances much.

"Ty, wake your brothers up, breakfast is almost ready, and do not taunt them or I will let them give you what you deserve." I smirked at the teen as he shrugged his shoulders. "Coby, can you set up the table for Rensemee and SJ to join us?"

"Sure dad." It was never an argument with Coby, he was as dependable as Jake. "Do we all have to go to the Cullens for the celebration, don't we have enough of those?"

"Of course we do son," I chuckled. "I know you don't care much for get togethers, but this is for your brother and I know he would want you there."

"I know. Just thought I'd ask."

"TY! I'M GONNA KILL YOU."

"Sounds like Lexi's and Ty are at it again." Coby shook his head.

"Ty, what did I say?" I asked annoyed as he tried hiding behind me, Lexi coming up the stairs with smeared make-up and ruffled bushy hair.

"You said not to taunt my brothers, you didn't say nothing about Lexi." He added.

"He took a picture of me and threatened to post it." She growled, trying to catch her brother as he flew outside. "I am so telling father and papa."

"Lexi clean up and I'll talk to your brother." I told her while handing the plate of hotcakes to Coby.

Just as everyone gathered around the kitchen table, Paul walked in with Ty in his grasp and Jacob chuckling not far behind.

"What did he do now?" Paul asked frantically. He knew Ty was causing trouble something that Sean and him were familiar with.

"Fine, here." Ty pouted, dropping her camera on her lap before sitting next to her.

"This isn't over Ty." She whispered to her brother.

"You guys better get ready, Bella and Esme aren't that fond of tardiness." I announced. It was usually something that was detailed in their invites, along with Alice's annoying rants on its importance.

It seemed to take all morning for everyone to get ready, Renesmee seems to be getting along with Lexi, Sean and Danny have fallen back into their old routines; wrestling until one of them bled, unfortunately Sean is in the bathroom cleaning up his bleeding nose. Surprisingly Ty and Coby have been more civilized to the situation, but as comfortable we might all be, it will become difficult to stand the stenches coming from our in-laws. Lucky Ty and Coby.

So as we arrived to the Cullen's manor, the pack came and went to show an appearance, and leaving as soon as they could. So Sam, Jared, Embry, JJ, Quil, and SJ came in and out to congratulate Sean once again.

I could see that the imprint was taking its toll, Renesmee hasn't been able to take her eyes off of Sean all morning, sending each other puppy love looks. Of course Ty had to add his two cents in, embarrassing Renesmee and pissing Sean off.

"Dad, I'm going with Nessie to her parents," Sean announced, mainly for the three of us. "It would be best if I got to know them too right?"

Okay, it didn't bother me much, or Jake for that matter. But Paul being stubborn as he is, he still cringed over the whole idea, though he still agreed much to his dismay.

"Oh come on father," Danny smirked, " they will be your in-laws after all."

"Don't test me Danny." Paul grumbled.

As everyone departed, it left me, Lexi and Sean to visit for the last hour before we decided to go home. So in hindsight, Carlisle explained through a brief letter from the Volturi. Apparently this imprint is the least of their worries, something that came to surprise to all of us. Indication has been stated that not only they will be facing the Cullens family once again, but also our connection to other packs has ushered them to hold back like the cowards they're known for. But that doesn't mean we let down our guards, in fact we've become more aware what they're capable of, which has kept us on alert.

Esme's hospitality hasn't changed, and gladly Bella has picked up on the habit. Of course Bella's still the klutz, nearly falling bringing the drinks to us.

"You know what I say when I almost fall or do something accidently?" I tried best to hold in the laughter, Esme looked as if she was nervous to even know. "I almost pulled a Bella."

"Shut up Seth." She giggled, placing the glasses down.

"Where did everyone go?" Lexi asked drinking her water.

"Hunting." Bella took a sip of her champagne.

"I don't mean to offend either of you, but the celebration lacked a lot of the aspects we usually partake in." I had to say it, the dinner just seemed too formal, and there was a lot of awkwardness.

"How so Seth?" Bella asked.

"The council's declarations, Jake's blessing and the pack's oath to protect her." I added. "A lot of the traditions to the celebration have been lacked."

"Well why didn't you tell us?" Bella seemed upset.

"Because it has to be done on our lands, and you were all so keen to the celebration that we didn't want to offend you." I explained. "We will still host one on first beach with and invitation to your family, it's just that we can't promise something out of our territories."

"It's fine with us Se…" Esme conducted until Alice came in with worry on her face.

"Bella?" She muttered. "Can I speak to you privately?"

"Sorry," She hugged us, "I have to go."

"It's fine." I hugged her back, holding my breath. "We should go to. Lexi. Sean."

"Fine." Sean complained letting his imprint go.

We retrieved back to the vehicle, Lexi in the passenger side while Sean sat in the back of the car. I shouldn't be focused on what worried Alice, but it became my concern when Renesmee became my son's soul mate, so if it is something bad, I hope they don't wait till the last minute to inform me.

"Daddy? I think you should know something that has been bothering Danny." I took a glance at Lexi.

"What is it?" I stared straight to the road, hoping I could prepare for the worse.

"Well…"

"Spit it out Lexi." Sean beckoned.

"It's about his wolf." She still wasn't making sense. "He doesn't have one."

"Lexi what are you talking about," I didn't mean to come off rude. "He's a wolf, I've seen it, we all seen it."

"That's not the point." She seemed saddened, "he told me he hasn't met his wolf, like all of us, his thoughts come blank unless were in them. He's scared dad, and he thinks something is wrong with him."

"Why hasn't he told any of us?" I couldn't believe I haven't noticed this. Our wolves guide us, and he's been in this alone?

"That's the thing dad, he doesn't feel like he's a part of the family anymore, that's why he hasn't told any of us."

"When did he tell you?" I know I was sounding more nervous than I should, "why does he feel he can't talk to us?"

"He didn't tell me, I don't know how it happened, but I was able to see what he was dreaming, what he was seeing, and I saw the love him and SJ have for each other, but he seemed so lost, and I don't even think he told SJ about it. I felt everything he was going through and it scared me dad, I just wanted to be there for him." She spoke a mile a minute.

"I can't believe I didn't see this," I stuttered out, "I feel like I failed him as a parent."

"You didn't dad," Sean chimed in. "I think we all need to show Danny that were here for him, he needs us."

"You're right." I wiped the tear from my cheek.

Okay, maybe I was overreacting. But I wish Daniel could have found it in him to speak to me, to not be afraid. All I could think of was how he probably felt he could disappoint me, it just didn't seem like he would keep anything from me, or Jake and Paul. He must feel so alone.

It didn't take me long to get to the house. Jake and Paul were on patrol, so Danny agreed to watch the boys until we returned. I didn't know what to say to Danny, but I just knew I needed to be there for him, in any way I could. So entering the house, he was doing what he used to do when he lived with us before, cooking dinner.

I raced over to hug him, refusing to let go as I tried to hold back the sobs.

"What's wrong dad?" He shifted a little.

"Why didn't you tell me?"

A/N: Okay, that's that. LOL. But yes, I worked my butt off to get this filler out, and I am sorry for it being shorter than the others. But it's an update, and in the future chapters; JJ and Chris will most likely be introduced, seeing how I will get right into the plot. Keep in mind of Alice's concerned look when she came in. So if you want me to continue, R&R.

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