This one is rather short. Sorry about that, but its a plot thickener. Enjoy!
Chapter eight commences...
I felt my eyes watering as I sat and listened to Billy talking about the third wifes sacrifice. It was me, just two months ago; I was prepared to hurt myself so Edward would've survived against Victoria. I shuddered into Paul's side and scooted closer, his arm slung over my shoulder.
''You okay, sweetheart?'' I nodded, my attention captured by Billy. I heard him chuckle and he pulled me closer.
I sat, and listened, for the entire duration of the stories whilst the fire crackled and sparked. The orange glow elongated the shadows, make the friendly reservation seem cold. I vaguely heard people muttering ''Bye's'' so at some point I must've fallen asleep, and I was in Pauls' arms. I was aware of entering a house, and a light coming on. I remember being placed on a bed; the pillows were adjusted. A warm body landed next to me, and my arms curled around the person.
The nightmares were non-existent tonight. I slept soundly.
The blistering heat was what I woke up too. A smiling face looked down on me, a hand stroking my cheek. I yawned, stretched and climbed out of the bed.
An indignant ''Hey!'' followed my exit and I turned to see a frowning Paul looking at me. I chuckled and headed to his bathroom. I'd grabbed my duffel bag from the floor, and I changed whilst I was in there.
I went back into the room to find Paul up and, surprisingly, half-dressed. I ran my hands down his chest, feeling his muscles tense under my touch. His arms wrapped around my waist and I kissed his smirking lips.
''I love you, Bella'' A kiss to my temple.
''I love you too, Paul'' I wrestled my way free, much to his disappointment.
''Don't scowl, it makes you look funny''
''...''
''You know you love me''
''I know. So, you ready to head back to yours?'' I nodded.
''We still going to Port Angeles. I owe you a date'' I nodded again, grinning at him. His smile was wide. His hands cupped my face for one last kiss before we climbed into the truck. I noticed him staring at me on the drive down. I quirked my eyebrow ''Yes?''
''You know you're beautiful, right?'' I scoffed at him.
''No, really. You are'' He tangled his hand with my free one and I sighed in sheer happiness. We reached my house too soon. The cruiser was gone...
''Charlie's still out'' I heard the grin in his voice.
''I know'' I opened the door and got out, walking up to the house, leaving Paul to grab my bag and lock the truck. He was at my side, instantly. And he was tense. And shaking.
''Hey, hey. Whats up?''
''Vamp'' Was his reply. I froze.
''When?''
''Last night. Im glad you stayed on the Rez'' His shaking had calmed. I gripped his hand with my own.
''I'm just gonna run a quick check and alert the others''
''Okay. Be careful, and I love you Paul''
''I love you too'' He kissed me, once, on the lips. I carried my bag upstairs, watching Paul from the window of my room as he phased and ran off around the perimetre.
A hand wrapped around my mouth; a cold hand. My eyes grew wide with terror.
''Hello, Isabella'' A velvety voice whispered into my ear. I started struggling with my captor, even though it was pointless.
''You and I are going to go somewhere, away from that wolfy of yours, so you're not brainwashed anymore'' My protests became more frantic, screaming against his solid hand. His other worked its way around my waist, pulling me to him. ''Now, now. Stop your fighting. I won't hurt you'' I was instantly worried for Paul. He would find me gone.
His nose ran up and down my neck and I shuddered in fear.
''Shush, shush'' I was picked up, bridal style and jumped out of my window, releasing my mouth. And I shouted and screamed. He couldn't stop me, otherwise he'd drop me.
''Paul! Help! Now!'' I screeched and shouted. The thudding of multiple paws alerted me to the packs presence. The black wolf, Sam, stepped forward, growling. Each one had their teeth bared and their ears were flat against their heads.
''Now, now, any need for all this? I've merely come to collect Bella and take her home'' His voice smooth, but no longer did it dazzle me. It frightened me. I looked helplessly as Wolf-Paul.
''I love you Paul'' He bowed his head at me, as Edward took off running. The pack followed, but Edward was faster. I was scared. Scared for me, and Paul.
I couldn't lose him. Not now.
Ooo, drama! Made Edward Darkward. Sorry guys. You know the drill- Love/hate, let me know! :D
