Chapter Three

At Jacob's

Jacob saw the slight hand motion I made when he kissed me. He probably could guess what I was "hiding", since he already overheard Edward and I talking about the wedding.

"Alright, let's see it" he sighed, looking a little pleased with himself at the reaction that resulted from his unexpected kiss.

No secrets. Just let him see it.

I extended my hand sheepishly, seeing his jaw visibly drop when he saw the huge diamond set in the gold ring.

"That's just not fair, Bella. I think I should be able to give you something more to balance out the representation on these beautiful two hands of yours.."

He grabbed my left and kissed it softly, then took turns kissing each finger, stopping to kiss the ring finger a little longer than the others. I don't know why, but this was driving me crazy. I had barely just gotten here and Jacob was pulling his act already!

I sighed and pulled my hand away slowly, not wanting to hurt his feelings, and finally asked, "So...what are we doing today anyway? I see I was kind of fooled, thinking I was actually coming over here to take care of a boy all wrapped up in casts".

He laughed light-heartedly, and said "Well, I was thinking a movie. I've got two here.. Ladies choice!" He held out two movies. One was the original Dracula. The other was a movie about a werewolf who terrorized humans. I couldn't help laughing at his choice in movies.

"Very clever, Jacob.. Given these choices, I think I'd actually like to go with the werewolf movie."

"I knew you'd chose the werewolf over the vampire sometime" he winked, and I rolled my eyes playfully. Then, my stomach growled loudly. I realized I hadn't eaten anything all day.

"Perfect!" Jacob exclaimed. "I'm hungry too. I'll go whip something up. You start the movie, I'll be back soon. Don't you go anywhere!" He instructed, hopping off the couch far faster than any person who had just shattered half the bones in their body should be able to.

Soon after the beginning credits were finished rolling, he was back with a platter of food. It had what seemed to be at least 30 little sandwiches among other things crowding the large plate. I looked up incredulously, but then remembered how big his appetite was. It was nice having a boy to make food for me without being nauseated by the ingredients. Pretty soon, all I could stand would be fresh blood, too.

"Thanks Jacob!" I took one of the sandwiches, and nibbled on it. It was absolutely delicious. I only managed to eat four, but the entire plate was empty within 15 minutes. Then we settled into watching the silly movie.

I snuggled close to Jacob, his arm naturally around me. After the movie was about half way done, Jacob had an idea.

"Hey bella," he said, "I thought there might be one thing you'd like to try with me before you're a bloodsucker. Just a regular, human way to have fun".

He popped up and ran to the kitchen, back in seconds with what was two large cups of what looked like juice. Then I smelled it, and realized what it was.

"Oh no Jake. Come on, you know I'm against drinking. Especially underage. You're only 16!"

He laughed. "So what? I have the body of a 25 year old, and since I can't have any real fun with you," he winked, "I thought we'd try something that Edward wouldn't tear me apart for."

Then, for some odd reason, I though what the hell? It'll only be once. I might as well get all my human experiences in while I could.. It'd all be over in a few months. I took the cup and sipped. It was a weak drink. I could tell Jacob wasn't trying to pull anything sly, just honestly relax with me a little bit.

We finished watching the movie, and by the end I slowly finished my drink. It had effected me a little more than I thought it would, but it felt a little pleasant. Suddenly, I wasn't worried about anything. Here I was with someone I loved, having a good time. Jacob had the same amount as me, but I could tell he wasn't effected because he was at least three times my size.

Funny how that dizzy feeling makes you want to be nearer to a person.

I snuggled up closer against him, and felt warm all over.

"Oh Jake, I'm glad I came. I'm having a good time!" I laughed, more loudly than usual. So free of all my cares.

"I'm glad you chose to celebrate graduation with me like a normal human. It's nice, huh?"

I agreed, and inched closer to his face. I started to feel even more effected now. Things came out of my mouth that I normally would hide or not even think of, but it flew out like I couldn't keep it in if I tried.

"You know, Jake, you really have an advantage being so warm. I'm used to cuddling a statue. And having to be careful when I even kiss my boyfriend".

"More like your fiancee..." he commented, staring at my ring again.

"Will you stop worrying yourself over this silly thing like I am?" Then I took the ring and ripped it off my finger, dangling it drunkenly in front of his face, then placing it on the table next to the couch.

He gasped audibly, and stared at me , wondering what to do next. He knew that something was wrong with the way that I was acting, but he seemed to like it.

He leaned in ever so slightly, inclined toward my lips. I was in no mood to hold back. I quickly pressed my lips sloppily against his, not thinking anything in particular, except that we had the house to ourselves.

In seconds, my hands were tangled in Jacobs hair just like when I kissed Edward. It was a furiously passionate kiss, my body finally rejoicing at the chance to not hold back. I was lying on top of him, his hands rested lightly on my back. His head too was moving furiously with the kiss. I suddenly was pleased with myself, lying on top of this tall, warm man. I had no remorse at this point, feeling dizzy with pleasure and drink. Such a shallow happiness, but happiness nonetheless.

I stared at him with shaky eyes, moving his hands to the bottons of my blouse. My smoldering eyes told him what to do next, but his hands were shaking.

"Bella. I can't do this. I respect you and your choice".

"Tonight I'm choosing you. Don't worry, I won't tell."

"I just can't".

At that point, I didn't care. I undid the bottons for him, my heart racing. I had never even gone this far with Edward. And suddenly I was there before Jacob, my top unbuttoned, bra visible. He began shaking more now. Something wasn't right. He moved his hand up to my breast and just placed it there with an undecipherable look on his face. He looked puzzled, or like he was fighting an internal battle. He drew the other hand up, but now his whole body was vibrating a little. Suddenly he removed his hands, ripped off his shirt, and flew off the couch. I saw him start unbuttoning his pants, but he was out of the house in a split second. I was left there, stupidly sitting with no shirt on the couch.