I don't own any of the characters you recognize

I don't own any of the characters you recognize. Thanks for the reviews. What I said about the monsters still stands XD. Any who…chapter 7!

Also I would like to thank Celtic Song17 for pointing out about Emily's scars and how she knew Jacob. Keep reading :D

Katie

I woke up with the sun streaming through the car windows. I sat up and pushed my hair out of my eyes. I remembered the events of last night instantly. I had to go talk to Nate as soon as possible. I climbed up into the front and started the car. I decided to crank up the radio, in an attempt to distract myself from everything.

When I arrived at his house, I made my way up to the door bell. I paused for a second before ringing it. Nobody answered. I knew he was home. His truck was parked in the driveway. I lifted the rug and pulled out the spare key. I guess I would just surprise him.

I carefully unlocked the door and stepped into the house. It was warmer than usual. I stepped into the living area. I stared at the couch, thinking about what had happened last Friday. I remembered how in love I had been. I couldn't help but feel guilty.

I had kissed Seth. I kissed him on the lips and I liked it. I was dating Nate though. That thought just wasn't as convincing anymore. It wasn't enough to keep me away. Seth was my soul mate. I knew it.

"Hello?" I called as I entered the kitchen. Nobody was there so I figured that Nate was upstairs still sleeping. I climbed the stairs, trying to make as little noise as possible. I crept up, thinking about the plan. The plan I didn't have.

I carefully pushed open his door. I looked over to his bed, my stomach instantly dropped. Nate lay peacefully on his bed, eyes closed and next to him lay Soffie. They both were naked and their clothes were strewn across the floor.

I closed the door and ran out of the house. Nate probably never would know I had been there. I couldn't think about this right now. I climbed into my car and drove towards Sam and Emily's. The speed felt good. I loved it. It cleared space in my mind to spread out the issues at hand. Just before the turn came, I decided to go straight.

I was going to my favorite place in Washington…the beach where my photo was from. It took me about thirty minutes to get there. I climbed out of my car and went to sit down on the sand. It was a breezy day. The sky was cloudy and grey, like my mood.

I couldn't really feel anything at that moment. I grabbed a shell laying to my right and began to idly draw in the sand. I decided it was time I sort this out. I decided to start the night I ran into the forest and Jacob found me.

That night, I think was when I finally got that I was supposed to be with Seth and not Nate. I didn't want that. Well now it was different... That was the night I had realized that Seth, my soul mate and Jacob were werewolves.

I had never imagined that Rachel's sweet brother would be a werewolf. My mother had been the Black's sitter when we were younger. She used to take me to play with Jacob. It's not that we didn't get along; it's just that we never clicked. I could trust him; I just wasn't close to him.

I guess it fit them though. When you realized what they were, it seemed right. I could never imagine Nate as a werewolf, even if he told me that was what he was. It wasn't as believable.

Just like my aunt's death. How could she leave me? She was all I had left. What more could be taken away from me. Then I remembered what Seth had said about it being a vampire that killed her. How could any of this be real? Vampires? Werewolves? It was like I was stuck in a horror movie. Story of my life.

And, despite the fact that my aunt had just died, Last night I had kissed a werewolf. Not just any werewolf, but Seth. I had promised I wouldn't let that happen. How did I let it? I guess I shouldn't feel too bad thought. My "best friend" and "boyfriend" had gone behind my back and had sex. How could they do that to me?

I guess I shouldn't blame Nate. It was over when he left me there with Seth. I knew that was the unofficial end. But Soffie? She had betrayed me. She had gone into uncharted territory. I couldn't believe I had trusted her.

I had to call Nate and end this right now. It couldn't wait. I wanted the freedom to love Seth and be his. I pulled my phone out of my pocket. It still had some battery. I dialed Nate's number. My heart beat began to accelerate. I held the phone to my ear and took a deep breath.

He answered on the 4 ring. "Hello?" He sounded surprised that I had bothered to call him. How could he be such a jerk? At least I really didn't want this. I really tried. He was such a waste of time.

"It's over Nate. I can't believe you slept with my best friend Soffie! And tell her that I'm done. I'm done with both of you! I have new friends! I can't believe you!" It felt good to get this off my chest. I was breathing hard now. The silence was a sign of his surprise. He didn't know I knew.

"What? How…how?" was all he could stutter before I hung up? It was over. I could have Seth now and not feel guilty. I jumped up. My body was still full of adrenaline. I ran to my car and drove to Sam and Emily's. I had to tell Seth how I felt. I had to tell him that it was over between me and Nate.

When I arrived, I rang the doorbell. I was smiling. After all the bad, something good was coming. Emily opened the door. She ushered me in and sat me down at the kitchen door and poured me some coffee. She sat across from me and took a sip from her cup.

I didn't realize till now all the scars that had covered her body. They looked so painful, the way the slashed across her. I couldn't imagine what it was like to have that many reminders of that much pain. I decided it would be better to ask Seth about it later.

"The boys and Leah are gone out. They are searching for the vampire that killed your aunt. Don't worry Katie; they will tear her apart for what it did to you. You should've seen Seth. He was so upset after you left. I think he even cried."

"Leah?" why was she gone?

"Oh, well she is a werewolf too. She's the only girl and she's Seth's sister," Emily informed with a wink. I could hear a hint of darkness coat her voice still. I knew she didn't want me to hear it. I would have to ask Seth about that too.

"So, uh, when will they be back? I have something I have to tell Seth. It's really important." I was getting anxious. I needed to see his face and feel the security brought with it. I wanted to tell him so bad that I was his and not Nate's.

"I'm not sure. You're more than welcome to stay here and wait for them with me," she replied. That sounded like a good idea. Where else would I go anyway? I just nodded my head, in acceptance of the offer and took a long slug of my coffee.

Leah and I sat there for a while talking about the boys and how hard they worked. She explained to me about how they could all hear each other's thoughts. She also said they spent most of their time at her house. It was like headquarters I guess.

"Seth invited me to stay here for a couple of days till I find somewhere to stay. I hope that's okay." I didn't want to be pushy I just needed to clear it up.

"Of course! You're always welcome here. Stay as long as you like. Who do you think you're going to be staying with?" She seemed genuinely concerned. Emily was so sweet and nice. I could see why everyone seemed so fond of her.

"Well, my aunt was my only family left. My brother and mom died when I was 13 and Aunt Stacy took me after that. I never knew my dad. I wouldn't know how to find him. I'm and orphan," I said, sadness drowning my voice. I said it. I was and orphan. Great. Admitting it to my care giver made it worse.

"Well, you could always live with us. We have a spare room upstairs if you would like to stay there. You're always welcome here." She hadn't known me more than a week and already I was living with her. This pack was so trusting. I guess I was attached to them forever though because of Seth. They were going to have to trust me someday so why not now. I was never going to escape them.

"Thanks, Emily. I just need sometime to get used to the situation before I make any decisions." She nodded. We sat there for a while before Emily spoke again.

"It's almost lunch time. Do you want anything? I don't think the boys will be back till dinner, so we don't have to worry about them till around 6," she smiled. She was so happy. It was rubbing off on me.

"Sure." I was starving. I hadn't eaten breakfast and my stomach was reminding me. I watched as Emily got up and made two grilled cheese sandwiches. The smell filled my nose and made my mouth water. I was so hungry.

When she placed the plate in front of me, I waited a second before attacking the sandwich. Emily laughed. I probably looked like one of the guys; they practically inhaled the food. I started laughing too, my mouth full of cheese and bread.

After lunch I helped Emily with the dishes and went into the main room to watch TV. I flipped threw the channels till I found an old movie. I think it was an affair to remember. It made me feel guilty so I changed the channel. I finally settled for a baseball game. It was the Astros verses the Cardinals.

Time went by slowly. I was counting seconds till Seth came through that door. I wanted to tell him so bad. I needed to tell him. It would make everything right again. He would be my new family.

Finally I heard the door open. I jumped up and ran to the door. It was Quil, Embry, and Jared. Disappointment flooded my body.

"Where's Seth?" I asked eagerly. Quil and Embry glanced at each other. They looked like they were sharing an inside joke. They both released a chuckle before Embry answered my question.

"Seth is still patrolling. He said he won't come home till he finds that leech that killed your Aunt, and has here ashes to prove it. He is really upset about this. I have never seen him this upset." His expression changed from informative to puzzled, like he was concentrating on a frustrating math problem.

"Oh," I said my mood dropping.

"We just came by to get some grub. Want me to tell Seth you're here looking for him?" I nodded. I wanted to kiss him again. I wanted him to hold me and make everything okay.

I wouldn't be okay till he came home to see me.

They made their way into the kitchen, where Emily was sitting to order. Emily worked so hard for these boys. Cooking and cleaning and running the headquarters. I bet they spent a fortune on groceries.

I sat back down on the couch to continue the tedious wait for Seth. I decided that a nap would be the best way to pass the time. I closed my eyes and fell asleep.

When I woke up I was in Seth's arms. He was carrying me up the stairs to the spare room. I looked up at his face. He was so beautiful. I sat up and wrapped my arms around his neck.

"What are you doing?" I whispered in his ear. He smiled, happy to see me awake.

"Putting you in your bed. You have to go to school tomorrow, and I have to go home. I'll be back tomorrow. Plus we still have to find that vampire…" his voice darkened at the word vampire. I hated that he was putting himself in danger for me. I didn't want him to get hurt. He seemed tough, but if something happened to him, I would never forgive myself.

"Why can't you stay?" I asked caressing his cheek in my hand. I pulled his face closer to mine. We had reached the bedroom. Seth started laid me down on the bed and pulled away but I held on. He lay down next to me and placed and hand on the side of my face.

"Sweet Katie. I have to go." He explained. He looked troubled between what he wanted and what he had to do. I inched closer to him. Our faces were almost touching. His lips were inches away from mine.

"So I broke up with Nate today. I broke up with him for you," I said. My lips were practically touching his. His face lit up. I was his now. All his; he didn't have to share me anymore. The he closed the distance between us and started kissing me.

Electricity shot through me and into my fingers. I reached up and grabbed his hair pulling him into me. He wrapped his strong arms around me and pulled me in. He began kissing me with more passion and lust. He rolled over and pulled me on top of him. I wrapped my legs around him and pulled him tighter.

He groaned into my mouth and sat up. We kissed for a while longer then he pulled away. We were both breathing heavily. A smile danced on his face and I smiled back. He reached his hand up and stoked my cheek. Where he touched tingled.

I looked into his rich brown eyes. They sparkled like stars. I couldn't help but fall into them. It was like floating through space. Deep and endless. I leaned in to kiss him again. This kiss was shorter than the last. When we pulled away, Seth stood up.

"I have to get home. It's late. Get some sleep Katie." He kissed me one last time and then he was gone. I wasn't satisfied. I wanted more out of tonight. I wanted to tell him how I felt.

I sighed as I stood up and switched on the light. I found my bag on the dresser in the corner and pulled out my pajamas. I went into the bathroom and started up the shower. There were already towels on the counter.

The warm water soothed my aching muscles. I kept thinking about that kiss. It was our first real kiss. The first kiss without the tension of being disloyal. I smiled as I thought about it.

When I got out I slipped on my flannel pajamas and brushed my teeth. I switched off the light and made my way back to the bedroom. I lay down on the bed, too keyed up to sleep.

The small room was painted a soft cream color. The comforter matched. There was a dresser in the corner with a dark stain and the bed was stained to match. It was a simple room, but it felt very homey and comfortable.

I reached into my bag and pulled out my photo. I turned off the light and went to get in bed. I pulled the covers up over my head and slipped the photo under the pillow. I closed my eyes and fell asleep.