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Chapter 8 - Lust and Gentlemen

Nemi POV (Just a quick note, she isn't talking about Jake and Bells)

I leaned back into my old rickety rocking chair; it pitched back and forth, as I stared off into the distance, deep in thought. A soft purr came from my left, without bearing her a glance; I pulled my young Bombay cat, Shadow into my lap, petting her slick black fur, letting its soothing effect calm me.

I had been doing a lot of thinking these days, particularly about a certain group of people and one certain gentleman, that certain gentlemen that had captured my attention from the minute I had stepped into Forks. He was only human…An extraordinary one at that.

Most Humans were weak, crazy and they were so fun to toy with. Especially ones in love.

Yeah, call me a conniving bitch…for playing with their feelings but I cannot help it. Its fun.

I removed his pathetic bitch's feelings, no problem…it even had the perfect reason too, but his. Just wouldn't budge. Even though it had been, years and most of them had gone. Deep down inside. He still wanted her. The thought made me want to gag.

Well, she didn't deserve him. He really felt for her and she was just using him for her own selfish needs, even though she did love him. Therefore, I made her fall for someone else. Easy peasy. I even considered using the Reverse Curse, but decided against it. I had over stepped the limit and if the queen found out…she'd have me punished. Severely.

Playing with feelings was only to be used as a punishment. That was the law. Nevertheless, I couldn't help it sometimes. It was funny.

The Reverse Curse was illegal. Could I help using it? NO. I had used it recently, on someone very close to my gentleman. I didn't care if it hurt her. I was only bothered about the boy.

Let's hope Belle never found out. Ever. My sister was freaking telltale.

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Bella POV (Set when Jacob entered the kitchen.)

'Shield Bella. Keep it open.' I demanded myself, my nervous fingers tightening around the miniature cell phone 'keep it open. And slowly raise your head. Very slowly.' Beads of sweat had begun to form on my neck and nose, as I held my shield open with concentration. This was much harder as a human.

Panic beyond anything I had ever felt before was overwhelming me. I was pretty sure my heartbeat was going at the speed of light. So fast and loud that I knew even Emily could hear it. I could feel the heat of Jacob's body emanating from him, along with his musky scent. He was across the table, staring intensely at me. I just knew, how his deep intense gaze sent me into trance, and I wanted nothing but to ravage his gorgeous, drool worthy body. To feel his hands, his eyes, his body, his abs, his golden bronze skin…

Wait a minute. Why was I so interested in Jacob's body?

I wasn't in love with Jacob anymore. That part I knew. In fact, I felt right now, as I had felt when he had disappeared for the first time, because of phasing. Wow, had Nemi shifted my feelings so they fit the time? Was she really so bad? What if she wanted to help me?

'Nemi's a tricky one…' Belle's words echoed in my head

Soooo, I couldn't trust her. At least not until I figured her out. I really didn't know whom to trust these days. I just knew the Pack were the only ones I could call family now and Charlie, Billy and the imprints. Imprints….

Shit! I had to look at Jacob. I had too. I don't know what held me back, maybe the fact that Nemi had already taken his feelings away or the fact that the imprint wouldn't happen. The idea scared me, I didn't want Jacob to feel like he was tied to me, and I wanted him to love me freely. Belle had said it was crucial, the imprint would not change his feelings for me…and with a bit of luck, mine would come back.

"Bells." my name slipped from Jacob's lips. His voice was so husky and sexy. That one word was making my knees feel like jelly. Delicious shivers run down my spine. I would have really liked to hear more from those luscious lips…and that same word repeatedly…

I felt my eyes widen as I grasped an understanding, glaring at my cell phone, pointlessly. This was not good. This was bad. Fate was evil.

I. still. Lusted. After. Jacob.

Brilliant. Just fucking brilliant. Now Jacob would think I was some kind of heartless whore that wanted him for sex. That was using him because she was horny. It was a true fact; I had been putting Edward off for months. I had taken to self pleasuring, when everybody was out. I hadn't masturbated in ages. I seriously needed release…BELLA! STOP IT! Damn me for going off topic. Again.

Lusting after Jacob was brilliant. Brilliant. Brilliant. NOT.

I had no choice now. I couldn't keep staring at my phone forever. I had to look up. I had to face it. Fate was cruel and sometimes evil, but not merciless or unforgiving…Fate rewarded. Right?

I swallowed, making what seemed right now the biggest decision of my life. I glanced up slowly and into Jacob's beautiful alluring eyes.

Immediately. I was lost…all I saw was ochre…beautiful…intense…devotion…love…desire…Forever. I felt like forever stuck in there depth; they were so deep and went on and on forever…I had fallen in and I could never come out, not matter how hard I tried. The painful burn from the throbbing in my chest that was trying to make itself known for the past hour had miraculously vanished…it usually dulled in Jacob's presence but it there was nothing left. No sign that it actually pained me…but the remaining scars that would last forever. Showing me what The Cullens had done to me and what I had foolishly forgiven them for the second they returned. Because of their stupid dazzling…Oh shit! Dazzling!

What if they returned and dazzled me into joining them? NO! I would not let that happen. Never again. I shook the subject out of my head…thinking about this was taboo.

Fascinatingly, I found myself scanning Jacob's face for any signs of imprinting. I was half dreading it, scared it might not happen. My shield was still on wide and completely open. Even if it was painful. Jacob was so worth it.

The expression on Jacob's face was look of shock and serenity. I caught absolute unconditional devotion and love so intense…liquid gushed at my core.

Jacob stumbled slightly and his hand caught a chair, to prevent himself from falling. It made hope arise in me. Had Jacob imprinted? I really didn't want to know, I was too afraid. I really hated this side of myself! Where was my confidence when I needed it?

"Bells. I…err…I…."Jacob looked completely bewildered; he couldn't get a word out, that just made me even more anxious. Since when did Jacob stutter? I didn't look too much on that fact though, I was more distracted by Jacob's face, and how oddly cute he looked…even a buff giant…looking about 25...still cute! (I had to confuse him more often)

I pulled a happy smile on my face at my previous thought and rose from the table, leaving my phone there "Hey Jake. You're all better! And you look even more buff!" I said happily, it wasn't too hard, being around Jacob made me want to smile (especially the cute thing)

"Bells…You aren't mad?" he asked in confused voice, an adorable frown on his face, and all signs of stuttering vanishing.

I felt myself giggle unexpectedly; I stepped around the table and in front of Jacob. "Why would I be mad silly?" My hand reached up to his hair, and I run my fingers through the short silky strands, "You cut your hair." I whispered eyes on his.

Jacob's eyes fluttered shut at my touch; it thrilled me to get this reaction out of him. At least I knew that my touch still affected him.

"Billy said you were sick." I said, pulling my hand away reluctantly

Jacob's eyes opened and he looked at peace with slight disappointment, if not annoyance, "I was sick…But…Well, I just thought…I didn't call and-"

I stopped him, placing a hand lightly on his warm arm, Jacob body tensed and stiffened at my touch, "Billy said you were contagious and I believed him." I assured, holding back my confusion about his reaction.

"He said you had mono?" I phrased the last sentence as a question, raising an eyebrow, "Who have you been kissing, Black?" I asked, teasingly, ignoring the burning feeling in my chest at the thought of Jacob kissing anyone but me.

Jacob's eyes widened, "Nobody!" he denied

I laughed wholeheartedly "Sure sure. I believe you." I said, sounding as though I didn't.

"Bells. It wasn't mono." Jacob said, suddenly serious. I looked up and met his eyes, and sure, at hell, they were serious…but there was something else there…Anger? Sadness? I couldn't be sure.

"It wasn't?" I frowned, feeling guilty about lying to him. The sooner everything was fixed the better it would be. I could finally tell everything then.

"No." His response was short, sharp and simple. And it scared me, where was my sweet Jacob that was there moments ago? Where had he vanished in such a brief amount of time?

I cleared my thoughts, not wanting to thinking into this serious subject any longer than we already had, "I don't care, I'm just glad you're better now."

Before I knew what I was doing, I had my arms around his waist. Tight. And my head resting on his warm chest, letting his relaxing earthly scent saturate me, into bliss. "I missed you so much." I murmured into his warm skin.

Jacob seemed shocked, I could feel all the seriousness derive off him, as he began to slacken his tense body slowly and then in a split second, his arms were around me, holding me to his warm torso, in his loving but almost crushing embrace, there was no better hug in the world than it. Jacob's hugs were the only ones I needed and craved for. I also desired for much much more, but that couldn't be done. Yet.

"Missed you too," I could feel Jacob's warm breath by my ear; it transmitted sought pleasant tingles through out my newly warmed body.

Standing there in Jacob's arms, felt so right. My head resting comfortably on his chest and my arms around his waist, clutching him tightly, as though he would vanish if I ever let go.

I don't know how long Jacob and I stood there hugging…I just knew…I never wanted to let go…it was just Jake and me…Jake and me…Jake and-

"When you guys are done feeling each other up…Can we eat now?" Said an annoyingly familiar voice…one I was dreading to hear, the instant I had entered Sam and Emily's home…

Jacob and I pulled out of the tender hug, to see Paul standing there, leaning against the doorway, eyeing the food with hungry eyes.

"Paul," Jacob said calmly, his hand resting on my arm, as if he thought I would try to escape, the reason for my departure obviously being Paul. Well, Jacob had nothing to fear. I actually found this situation very amusing. One thing confused me though. Why hadn't Paul insulted me yet? I didn't want him too. It was just weird because I had expected it…maybe it was the food. Why hadn't I thought of that the first time round?

Paul eyed the food a little longer, before turning his attention to Jacob, still looking somewhat distracted.

"Leave," Jacob said seeming calm but intimidating

"But dude, I'm hungry." Paul complained, hugging his stomach,

"I said. Leave!" Jacob's voice raised a timber

"No." Paul said outright, his arms and legs twitching as if he did want to leave.

"I told you to get out." Jacob stepped in front of me so that I was half shielded by his body. From what I could see, Jacob's face was pulled up into a scowl that made me want to shiver; I saw all the Alpha authority and leadership bursting to get out.

Paul zoned in on Jacob's face, he looked him over slowly, and his demeanour changed completely, arms falling to his sides. "Oh shit. We're screwed." he groaned slowly, mumbling something incoherently under his breath.

Out of the corner of my eye, Jacob glanced at me nervously, looking unsure. His body losing all sense and sight of Alpha authority, and this time I could practically feel the nervousness radiating off him.

Therefore, I turned to him, stepping out, "Why are we screwed?" I asked him dumbly. If it meant what I thought it meant then, heaven had answered my prayers, Jacob had imprinted on me…and if he had not…Why else would Paul, say it?

Both guys turned and looked in my direction at the sound of my voice, Paul looking like he just remembered I was there and Jacob looking even more panicked.

"Bella…I'll tell you later. I promise." Jacob told me, almost hesitantly

"Okay…" I trailed, looking unsure; I just realized I should act slightly suspicious due to the circumstances. I quickly cleared my throat, "Err…The food's getting cold…I think you guys should eat before you talk." I told them hastily

"Did you make all this?" Paul asked looking beyond impressed

Shit. How do I answer this? If I said yes, I would be lying and if I said no….they would question who had and Emily was in no condition too. And there was no other woman to help me or us. I was not ready to tell them the whole truth yet. I still had no idea who had returned with me. Seriously, I needed to get my priorities straight.

"Yes. I was helping Emily out." I lied partly - Belle did say it would taste like mine, and I would definitely make it up to them by making it myself someday.

"Awesome." He hesitated a second and raised his hand, waving it in a lame, mini-wave kind of way, "I'm Paul, by the way." He appeared to be smiling slightly

At that moment, I felt only two emotions, shock and relief. I was relieved that Paul was accepting me so quickly, but shocked that he was accepting me so quickly. I had not expected this much endurance from anyone. Maybe actually doing something for the Pack showed my perpetual gratitude. Or on the other hand, he could have been messing with me. I really wished it wasn't the second reason.

"Hi, I'm Bella." I said back courteously

"Bella? Wow, I've heard so much about from Jacob. And he's right, you are hot." Paul said, a smirk coming into his features, I couldn't help but feel that Paul knew it was me all long. "He's says you're prettier than all girls on the Rez."

"Seriously?" I said questioningly, my eyebrows disappearing above my hairline, looking up at Jacob who was pointedly trying to avoid my questioning gaze. Jacob thought I was prettier than all the girls on the Rez? Aww! How sweet!

"Yeah, and he really likes your-"

"Thanks dude. But you can shut up now." Jacob cut him off abrupt; his russet cheeks tinted a darker shade. OMG! Jacob was blushing! I never thought I would see this sight. What was Paul going to say anyway?

"He also said you were depressed." Paul added, with a full on smirk, glancing at Jacob

"Depressed? I'm not depressed. Upset, yes…But depressed." I shook my head dismissively, "No…I'm fine." I found myself changing the subject, "Food's getting cold. Call the others."

"What exactly happened to Emily's arm?" Paul asked

"She almost got run over; I got there at the right moment. I was on my way to see Jacob, it was foggy and Emily was trying to cross the road, I pushed her and hauled myself out of the way, Emily's arms grazed the sidewalk a bit too harshly. But that was all that was injured. She's in no condition to cook now because of her arm. So, I threw something together. It's nothing really. I'd do it anytime." I told him humbly, giving him simple details of what had happened just hours before.

"Threw something together?!" Jacob said this time, sounding unbelievable, "Bells, honey, this isn't nothing. This is a feast honey. A feast." Jacob's eyes scanned the room, landing on each dish, before landing on me attentively. I looked away from his gaze, which was melting me. It was easier to hide emotions as a vampire. As a human, not as much.

My face heated up and flushed my special red, as I covered my face with my hands. "Jake…that's sweet…thank you…it's nothing really." I squeaked, not taking the compliment well, "Paul, get the guys and Emily. Food's getting cold." I said looking at Paul, incapable to bring myself to look at Jacob or else I would leap into to his arms and ravage his mouth with my own.

Paul glanced at Jacob, before looking at me, smirking with a salute to his head, "Yes chef." he left the room, shutting the door behind him.

Silence filled the room.

Tension so thick you could it with a knife, remained between us. Finding the courage to move first, I turned to face Jacob, to find him watching me with that same intense expression.

"You really are something, you know." He said quietly

I blushed again, suddenly and incredibly fascinated by the way, his jaw moved as he spoke. How had I not noticed his strong jaw before?

My eyes travelled down to his throat, where a rippling muscle vein stood out. Down his perfectly sculpted muscular arms and chest. Down his luscious eight pack, where slight skin of his v-line was on show, because of his shorts slung low on his waist.

Suddenly I become conscious of something. About all the gawking I was doing, would be obvious to Jacob. My eyes snapped back up to his mystical ones and he was watching me intently. The atmosphere had gone from calm and collected to intense and intimate…within a minute.

Jacob and I stood there watching each other, it was intense, filled with pure silence and absolutely magical…sizzling electricity was in the air…we stood a couple of inches away and my eyes were currently spellbound by Jacob's lips. Jake's hands slowly slipped around my waist, pulling me flush up against him. I saw a hunger in his eyes that made me want to shudder pleasantly…I don't know how, but we our faces were moving nearer and nearer, eyes locked. We were so close, I breathed in what Jacob breathed out. I could feel his hot breath on my face, and anticipation pooled in the pit of my stomach, which caused to bite my lip for the sheer intensity of it. Jacob's eyes seemed to ask for permission before going further. We were locked in a captivating spell and neither of us wanted to get out.

RING!

The moment shattered.

Jacob and I jolted apart instantly, arms falling to our sides. I hadn't realized my breathing had gotten so rapid…Jacob was still staring at me the same intense way; breathing also heavy…I think I needed to change when I got home. This had been the most erotic visit of my life.

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