Words, how little they mean when you're a little too late.

Distance, timing, breakdown, fighting
Silence, this train runs off its tracks
Kiss me, try to fix it, could you just try to listen?
Hang up, give up, for the life of us we can't get back

After our movie night, we all decided to spend the night at Hales. Edward got the guest room right across the hall and Emmet was in the guest room right next to Edward's. James got the guest room that was right next to Rosalie's. I, of course, spent the night in Rosalie's room.

After the horrible movie, I couldn't sleep so instead of tossing around and risking waking up Rosalie, I just decided to go downstairs for a cup of tea. I admit it – it was scary as hell walking through those dark halls, but I kept repeating to myself that none of it was real and I shouldn't be afraid.

I was a little surprised when I noticed the kitchen light on. I popped my head in and smiled when I saw James making himself a tea and dancing a little. I had to cover my mouth to keep myself from bursting out in laughter but I failed when a loud 'hahaha' escaped my lips. James jumped a little and turned around to only see me on the floor laughing my ass off.

"You saw that, huh?" A light chuckle came out of his mouth and he came closer to put his arm out for me to grab. Without hesitating, I took his hand and let him help me to my feet.

"Nice PJs." He said before turning around and walking over the kitchen bar-set. I'd forgotten what I was wearing so I looked down to see tight black camisole and hot purple short shorts. Suddenly I felt somehow naked, but I shook the feeling off.

"Tea?" He offered and I nodded in response, taking a seat on one of the bar stools. "So, what is keeping you up?" He asked, pouring me a cup of tea. He set the glass in front of me and sat down across from me.

"I couldn't sleep. I just have one of those nights, when I turn and toss and just can't find the perfect position." He nodded in understanding. "And it's the full moon. I can't sleep when it's the full moon." I added, taking a sip of my tea.

"Me neither. It's hard for me to fall asleep when it's full moon. I guess we have something in common." He pointed out adding a small smile.

"I guess we do."

"So, how is it going? When you girls came down, it looked like you had been crying. Is everything alright?"

"Yeah. It's just Jacob. He was at my house when I got there and I guess I got upset."

"I see. Do you want me talk to him? To tell him to leave you alone?"

"No. It's fine. I think he will."

"Alright. But remember – if you need someone to scare him off you know where to find me."

"Okay." I smiled at him.

We kept chatting on and almost didn't notice that we had been talking all night. I never thought I would spend the whole night talking with James hunter in Rosalie's kitchen drinking herbal tea.

The first one to come down was Jasper. He greeted us with a suspicious smile and we just rolled our eyes at him. The next one down was Emmett. I helped Jasper to fix breakfast as the other two boys went to living room to watch cartoons. Yes, they were high–schoolers and schools bad asses, but they loved to watch cartoons. Who would've known?

"So you are really cosy with Edward. Is there something going on between you guys?" Jasper asked taking me by surprise.

"No. Why would you think that?"

"Well you two snuggled?"

"So?"

"So? I thought only couples snuggle."

"Well you got it wrong. We are barely friends. Nothing is going on between us." Jasper just rolled his eyes and I nudged his side. "We can't all be that lovey–dovey as you."

"I'm lovey-dovey?"

"Well, yes."

"No."

"Yes you are. You are fluffy and puffy." The next thing I know I was trapped between him and the counter and he was tickling the shit out of me.

"Sto … stop." I could barely get it out.

"Okay, okay" He let go of me and I tried to stabilize my breath.

"Jerk." I teased and immediately regretted my joke when his fingers dug into my ribs. "I'm sorry, I'm sorry." I tried to get out of his grasp, but didn't succeed. Jasper was holding me tight and tickling me and I was almost out of breath trying to save my life.

"Guys?"

Jasper immediately let go of me and took a step back. I bit my lip when I met Edward's curious eyes watching us.

"Good morning, sleepyhead." I said trying to ease the tension in the air.

Edward nodded and jumped on the bars stool his eyes still curious.

"How did you sleep?" I asked put ting the cup of hot coffee in front of him.

"Thanks. I slept well. And, you?"

"Oh, Bells and I spent the whole night up." I hadn't noticed that James had entered the kitchen as well. I felt my eyebrow arching at his new nickname for me.

"Oh, yeah?"

"Yes."

Suddenly something was happening and I didn't know what it was. James was looking at Edward and Edward was looking right back at him and his gaze looked challenging. Like he was challenging James with his eyes. Sure there was a thick tension in the air, thicker than before.

"We were talking." I suddenly felt the need to add that.

Edwards gaze dropped on me and I offered him a small smile. He, thankfully, smiled back.

After we ate breakfast I decided it's time for me to go home. I said a quick 'bye' to everyone and I even got a hug from Emmett and James, which felt actually a little weird.

xZx

I was snuggled up in my bed with my TV on when the doorbell rang. I was sure that I wasn't expecting anyone so I hesitated before walking downstairs. I stopped at the last step and decided to first go to the kitchen window to see if I can catch a glimpse of whoever was there.

My heart skipped a beat when I saw Jacobs's motorcycle standing at the end of my driveway.

I stood there for few seconds thinking what to do. He kept knocking and ringing doorbell. So I slowly walked over there, but I didn't open the door.

"What do you want, Jake?" I yelled loud enough for him to hear.

"Bells, let me in. We need to talk."

"I have nothing to say to you."

"But I have something. Please just let me in." I knew if I opened the doors I would be screwed. But the truth was – I didn't care. So I opened them and let him in.

"Bella, baby." He was right in front of me in one quick step, holding my face in his hands and looking in to my eyes. Suddenly I felt like nothing has changed for us. He felt the same.

"What do you want?" I quickly managed to pull myself out of this haze. I took a step back and crossed my hands over my chest.

"We need to talk."

"Talk."

"Okay. Bella, I miss you. I screwed up and I'm really sorry. It won't happen again." He swore holding his right hand on his heart.

"You know you actually swore to me this multiple times before this?" I tried to keep calm.

"I know. I know. But I never thought I would really lose you. I guess I took you for granted." He admitted, making my eyelids flatter. I bit my lip and dropped my gaze on the ground.

"I don't believe you, Jacob." But I wanted to believe him.

"Please. Bella, I love you."

"Don't you get it? It's just too late." I walked over the front doors and opened them. It took me all the strength I had, but I needed to do it. If I didn't, then that was it. Then I would be his again. And I really didn't want that anymore. I didn't want to be hurt again. "You should go."

"Bella, please."

"You should go." I repeated, averting my gaze from him.

"Fine." He spat walking past me and out the door. I shut the doors and locked them. I was waiting for the moment when I broke down crying, but it never came. I guess I was stronger that I gave myself credit for.

xZx

"Hello." I said picking up my phone.

"Guess what?" Rosalie's excited voice shouted through phone.

"What?" I said carelessly.

"Emmett asked me out." She squealed, yes squealed, in the phone.

"Well, congratulations."

"God, Bella I'm so happy. I really like him." I never heard Rosalie sounding like such a girl.

"Well, I guess that's great then."

"Oh no, what's up with you?"

"Jake came by."

"Again? What did he want this time?"

"The same."

"I think you really need to get a new boyfriend so that Jacob can finally fuck off."

"I guess I do."

xZx

I was zoomed out most time during the first period. I couldn't concentrate as usual. The bell rang and I smiled because it was over. I put all my stuff back in my bag and walked out of class. Then something caught my eye. Principal Maze was walking to his cabin with Jacob and Edward following right behind him. Suddenly my heart started to race when I catch the glimpse of Jacobs blue eye and cut lip.

"What is that about?" Rosalie's voice made me look up at her. She had a worried face as she followed Edward with her eyes.

"I don't know."

"They got into a fight." I cocked my head and saw Jasper standing behind us.

"About what?" My voice was curious.

"About you."