Chapter 4- Searching the Enemies Castle

(Jacob P.O.V.)

"Wait! Come back? I know who you are? Come back!"I said relived I finally saw her. Doesn't she know it was me? How come she is afraid of me? Must be her thinking I'm one of them who tortures her. Sigh… I came out here to search and get some air because Jane is a pain and won't give me some space. What are you going to do now Jacob my boy?

"Hey Jacob! Wait up… you know I'm not as fast as you are. And this maze gives me the creeps you know?" Seth said heavily breathing and trying to catch up with me.

"Seth you're supposed to be distracting all of them, while I do the search. I was this close to meeting her but I scared her away. Great this is not what I imagined it to be like." Scratching my head and kicking the maze.

"You're looking for Renesmee? Who are you mister? What do you want with my best friend?" A girl's voice said hovering around us. She was far away but I can hear her and she's not far away.

"I'm Jacob and this is Seth. We are looking for Renesmee and hope that we can bring her home safely… because her parents are desperately worried about her." Being scared myself and wondering if she is Renesmee's friend I saw earlier.

"Still how do I know you're telling the truth and not lying? Renesmee has gone through a lot of pain, stress, disappointment and I think she deserves a better life than this. And I know you are trying to rescue her but what will you do when you free her? She doesn't need another person to hurt her, betray her or use her because it's hard to see her being treated like this ever since she can walk and talk!" Still hovering around us unseen and being mysterious.

"Believe me after I saw the videos…I just got to get her out of here and get her wounds treated by a doctor and get the authorities to arrest Aro. But I need to have more evidence than these videos alone. Do you think I want my future wife get hurt even more?" I said sadly and desperately.

"You really don't want to her to be in this pain and you care about her that much?" She was coming out and before I even speak it was Emily all along who was talking to us. And there are the others too.

"Emily! How are you? You look… well, did they torture you too?" I asked being shocked because I saw bruises and scratches on her arms and legs, and face. But since I was happy to see her I hugged her tight and she did the same.

"Jacob still a gentleman as ever… Seth… Seth Clearwater! How are you? And look how much you've grown."

"Jake… You really mean those things? Cause if not you know the cons-!" Before Embry finished his threat a girl stomped on his foot hard and he was doing a silly dance. Priceless and made some of my night.

"Don't worry about him, he's a show off and want to protect Renesmee always. He's just jealous of you because you're hot, smart, and dreamy and knows how to treat a girl nicely. Oh… I'm Malia by the way."

"Embry you haven't changed a bit… so we still have a rivalry after all these years. Well bring it on 'cause I'm not going to lose and Renesmee will always be mine and I'm not letting my guard down no matter what."

"Good 'cause I'm not either… I know her better you do so for now technically she's mine."

"Calm your freaking minds and hormones and focus on what's important here! Renesmee's freedom and life is on the line here. Aro has guards, dogs, cameras, traps and authorities can detect if anyone gets Renesmee out of here! You need to know that Aro can somewhat read minds, manipulate people and knows what's wrong around here. He's one tough, evil dictator to take down." Sam said furiously but kept it quiet enough so that no one can hear our conversation.

"Jacob! Where are you sweetie? Are you playing hide-and-see? Because I'm an excellent seeker." She purred seductively. The rest giggled quietly I gave them a hard look.

"Oh no… no…no… I can't deal with her now. Please help me find Renesmee, please? I can't let this be her life any longer."

"Jacob there you are? Oh the servants found you… good I hope they're being good to you? Well dinner is almost ready, good thing I found you we can talk for a bit before eating. Malia and Embry escort us back will you? You others better go back and help ok?" Her looks are innocent but her personality is as cold as ice.

"No…no…no… let's just go they can find their way right? After all they should know the castle maze by heart. Isn't that right servants?" I gave them an apologetic tone and look telling them to play along. They understood quickly and played along as well.

"Sure being here for years… we definitely know how to go back to the castle no problem your highness." Malia said with a quick bow from each servant they disappeared into the darkness.

"So how do you like it here? It's great isn't it the maze, lights, stars… I would sometimes come out here with Renesmee and talk about my dreams and goals in life while she just follows me around saying nothing." I almost wanted to hit or choke her but Seth grabbed my arms to restrain me.

"Be careful Jake, do you want to be charged of murder? If you want Renesmee be cool and calm ok?" He whispered angrily.

"What? Did you say something, was I talking too much?" Crap! We straightened up and looked completely normal.

"No, no it is just Seth asked a question and thanks Seth for reminding that I would be dancing with you during the ball that is two days from now."

"Aww! I like him… a good assistant and is correct. Come on we wouldn't our families waiting.

Renesmee

"Kill me now! Why didn't I stay! He was waiting for me and it was under the beautiful moon and shining stars! I am so embarrassed and ashamed!"

"Stop whining so loud they can hear Renesmee. Now calm down and let me fix your hair." Emily is fixing my hair; of course I changed my outfit who would want a niece with sweaty clothes on.

"I just ran away not knowing who it is and what they want? But I think it would have been worse if I encountered anyone in this castle especially my step, dictator of a family. I wonder would he ever fall for a girl like me."

"A girl like you? Have you seen Embry being all googlely eyes on you? I bet Jacob would fight for your love 10X than any other man in this time even if the medieval times had past. Sam he fought very hard for me. I'll give some advice here play hard to get it usually works. You know I would ignore Sam but he still follows me around, he would tease me till I get annoyed to say yes for our dates. Huh… those were the days I still believe it was yesterday. Now that I have a child almost being born I would love to get away from this place not a good way for a child to grow up."

"Don't worry Emily you'll get out of here. I just hope Jacob could help us escape." I said while hugging her.

"Let's hope so or I'll kill him. Nah just kidding probably knock some sense into him, have lots of request—."

"Emily! Poor prince must have a lot of problem I don't think we should add more." I said hysterically and worriedly.

"You know I'm kidding and let's not forget we have a pretend family waiting for us to eat with them. Don't worry I told Aro you needed to change and practice your act and what to say to our guest." She patted my shoulder and gave me a wink.

"Emily, what would I do without you? Even though I have a mother and a father looking for me; I still think of you and Sam are my parents. Thanks for taking care of me and not abandoning me." Hugging her tightly like any kid would give her mom. She hugged me back and saying something to keep my nerves getting to me.

(Royal Dining Room)

"Oh there she is my niece! Sorry that she took so long, she was practicing she song she will be singing for us after we eat. She has an excellent voice. Don't you Rachel, is that why you took so long?" He smiled but by the looks of it he was burning with anger.

"That's right and also thinking of a classical music to play while you talk. My uncle told me you love classical music King Black and I think you will love the music I chose. Also thanks for coming here, it is really an honor." I curtsied and smiled

"What a respectful girl… manners are very good, she is beautiful as well. Her eyes are familiar, the face and her locket. My dear have we met before?" I was shocked but in order to get through this I have to play along with uncle's plan. Sorry Uncle Black please understand once you know the truth.

"No… no I don't think we have. This is our first time meeting, why do I remind you of someone you know?"

"Well on the contrary yes Rachel my long lost niece that was supposed to be betrothed to my son Jacob. Her name was Renesmee Carlie Cullen; she has the same eyes, face and locket as yours. Are you sure we have not met because even if I didn't see her in a long time she resembles you as a matter of fact the precise features."

"I'm sorry to hear that but my real parents were lost and Uncle Aro was very fortunate to take me in and care for me. This locket he gave it to me from our trip to Italy. But I hope you find her soon she must be very sad, angry, and alone, confused and just wants to go home. Well why should I know… probably 'cause I can relate to her condition and feeling right now. How we eat, we can't just stand here and be depressed." Lightening up the mood

"You're absolutely right Rachel! Aro show me the dining room, I'm hungry as a horse and would want to eat. Oh and Rachel do sit beside Jacob and myself we would want to get to know you better. Isn't that right son?" He asked Jacob and I swear I saw a quick wink and hand signal.

"Yes we do… please Rachel join us?" I looked at my family, glares from each eye words that I can understand not wanting me too.

"Um… I'm sorry I will sit beside Jane she would want some advice from me and was hoping I would sit beside her. I'm helping her decide what to wear for the ball and my choices are so good that she needs them. Right Jane you want to talk about the ball?" She nodded and was satisfied for now.

"Can I talk to you in private? Now please?" He said in a rush

"I can't-." He grabbed me without Jane noticing or anyone noticing. We went outside and he was pulling me and I was trying to keep up. Damn he's fast.

"Enough pretend… you are Renesmee now please tell me what's going here? Why are you pretending to be someone you're not? The whole truth and do not leave any detail."

"You really want to know! You really want to know everything Jacob! Fine I'll tell you but not here, not now. We have to go back in this minute." I started walking but he stood in front of me. I went to another direction he did the same.

"We're not kids Jacob, let me go inside. Move now please-." He bend down and carried me away.

"Jacob let me go! Do you want me to get tortured again…?" He stopped good at least he knows what is going to happen if we're not in there. "Yes Jacob I will be tortured but who knows I might not be here the next time. So put me down if you want me still breathing and a chance to save me." He put me down gently and hugged me.

"Don't you think I know that? Nessie I saw how they tortured you and it is horrible."

"How did you know I was tortured Jacob? How?"

"Tell me the truth Nessie?"

"You first Jake stalker Black!"

"You Nessie!" Then he grabbed my hands tightly

""No you!" We fell we were standing on the hill and we were rolling down swiftly till we stop.

"Enough I give I'll tell… I sent Sam the cameras I was searching for you because I promised your mom I would. Your dad was helping but now he is very ill and doctors are trying to cure him. So with you out of the picture they are depressed and they don't know how to get you back. They are making a decision to give Aro your dad's title so they can get you back. Satisfied now… the more you pretend the more they suffer and give up." He sat up and turned his back on me. He sighed heavily putting his hands to his forehead looking defeated.

I thought about what he said and he has a point. Pretending won't get me anywhere to be free. I feel guilty he did in fact never gave up searching for me. He does deserve the truth and his real princess which is me.

"Your right Jacob. Right about everything… I admit I only did this because… because I'm scared, alone, abandoned and confused. I'm angry and sad each and every day. Mostly I would look at the stars, close my eyes and wish like I never wished before. I'm sorry Jake… I failed everyone and mostly myself I lost myself through this life serving Aro when I can help my people back home."

"Jacob Here's the truth…"

(Dun, dun, dun… story is heating up and Renesmee is read to tell the truth. Billy finally sees what Jacob is saying. What will happen next? Hey guys and gals sorry for not updating quickly… lots of schoolwork and stuff going on lately. But that is not going to stop me anyway it doesn't matter how long I will keep on writing and updating. Remember… Review, Review and Review! Xoxoxo Reneesella)