Chapter 7 Bet
NPOV (Natalie's POV)
It was around 9AM when I was woken up by someone snoring right next to me. When I turned my head to see who it was, I was taken back. Jacob was the one next to me, and he looked peaceful as he was sleeping. He looked so serene and calm…and too handsome for his own good.
At that time the rest of the girls awoke with the same thoughts I had as to the guys.
"How did you all sleep?" I decided it would be best to whisper, not wanting to wake-up the guys from their slumber.
*Yawn* "I slept really well Nat…best sleep of my life."
"That's good to hear Kim. How about we shower and get ready for the day, then we can make breakfast."
"Sure."
The girls and I all went to my bathroom and closet to get ready for today. What chaos! Leah and Emily were trying to keep up with my friends when it came to prepping their faces.
"Why wear make-up? It's not like we're going out to party. It's just staying here the weekend girls."
"But we have guys here!"
"I know that Cammi, but come on! It's not a school day. Just cool it for today, ok?"
"Fine Nat. I'm hungry. Can we make breakfast now?"
"Sure. Let's get to it."
Thank god that my friends were here, or else I would've had to have cooked everything myself. We all decided to split up our menu so that we would all be done faster and get to eating quicker. Steph had pancakes, Cammi waffles, Vero bacon, Megan sausage, Kim hash browns, and I was in charge of the scrambled eggs.
After about half an hour of cooking, we all fixed up the table for when the boys wake up.
JPOV (Jacob's POV)
I was having the best dream ever…
…Nattie and I were down by my secret spot, surrounded by flowers and rivers flowing down onto the waterfall, just as the sun was setting, when she told me in her sweet voice "I love you Jake…"
That was when I was woken up by the smell of some delicious food. I opened my eyes at the same time that the guys woke up too.
"Man…that was the best night I've ever had." Jared had a puppy love look to him; can't blame him anymore since I now have those same feelings.
"I'll say…"
"I say we freshen up before we dive in to eat with the girls."
After we all looked presentable for our girls, I mean, they are our girls after all, even if they don't know it yet, we went to the kitchen to see the girls just finishing setting the table.
"Morning girls."
*Unison* "Morning Jacob." That made me feel special.
"What about the rest of us?"
*Unison* "Sorry. Morning boys." It was funny how all the girls responded the same thing at the same time.
"How did you all sleep? I hope it was comfy. Some hostess I am." Nattie was finishing setting bowls of eggs on the table.
"I think you did pretty good Nat, right guys?"
"Sure thing Jake." Love it when my boys back me up, especially in front of Nattie.
"So who cooked?"
"We all did. Right girls? But enough talk and let's eat! I'm starving."
I had to start laughing at that, cause this girl is gonna be the death of me. She talks with authority and she's got a huge appetite…winner!
"Hell yea Nat! I'm starving, and I promise to keep my mouth shut while eating."
"Yay for Quil!"
After me and the guys, Leah included, ate a total of four plates each, we all helped Nattie and the girls wash dishes since they cooked for us.
"So what now Nat? You have us until 5 this afternoon." It didn't matter to me when I were to leave, cause I wouldn't want to in the end. Nattie is my everything now, and I don't want to be parted from her, ever.
"Hmm…how about sports? I know there has to be games today. Who's up?"
"Where did this come from?" She also likes sports?
"And what makes you think that I don't like sports Black? I'm more of a fan than you are."
"Geez. Whatever Gomez. I'd like to see that."
"Alright then. How about we…play football?" I stared at this girl like she had lost her damn mind!
"HA! So later on you're all like, 'Oh no! I ruined my outfit.'" Why did Paul say that?
"Excuse you Paul? I could kick your ass if I ever felt like it…especially since Vero taught me well."
"Shush! Alright Gomez, you got yourself a deal. When and where?"
"Right now, outside. In five minutes?"
"Sure sure."
"Deal."
I can't believe that I'm such an idiot! What the hell came over me? How did it go from just teasing to a bet? I messed with her wrong.
"You gonna lose Gomez."
"Shut up Paul." Vero decided to leave Paul's side to go with Nattie, leaving him all depressed.
"Come on Black. Let's get you ready to show who the best is."
"You're gonna be eating your words Chaske."
"I'm not worried Megan, cause you're too in love with me to be mad at me for long."
"Try me Uley."
"Shut it Megan. Chaske will be eating his words." Nattie had put on this tough girl attitude in just a minute…and I liked it. What has she done to me?
"I'm telling you Jake. The girl's ditching you. Only cause she knows you'll beat her."
"I wouldn't be too sure about that Jared. See? I'm here."
Nattie stepped out in a Miami Dolphins jersey with dark Bermuda shorts and black Nike's. She was walking to me with sheer confidence…so hot!
"Staring Black?"
"Dolphin's huh? You know they suck right?"
"Oh. You mean they suck just like you do too?"
"OH! BURN!" Embry was the one to go off on me now.
"Whatever! Boys rule while girls go weak for us."
"Enough. Jake and Nat get in place."
"Sure sure Sam."
"Ready Black?" She was acting all tough…which was fine with me. I was enjoying myself way too much.
"Been ready. Just hope you don't suck."
She gave me a half smile. "I may surprise you."
Then the game started, and I have to say, Nattie is good. She caught on to my tricks and was gaining up in score. I didn't want to end bad with the guys, so against my better judgment I used my strength to win the game.
When I won, Nattie did look disappointed but she put on a brave face like she always does.
The guys decided to start rooting for me, "champ", while the girls comforted Nattie. I was only then that I saw that she was bruised in her midsection when I pushed her, which I thought I did softly, but was I wrong.
"I'm sorry Nat. I didn't mean for that to happen to you."
"Don't worry Jake. I brought it on myself. It just needs ice."
"I'll help you out."
"Jake we have to get back. You're dad's waiting for you." Damn Sam for interrupting me. I had to hold in my rage for him wanting to use the alpha voice with me, when he knows that he has no more right to it.
"Yea. I have to check up on my dad Nat."
"I understand. Don't worry though. I'll toughen it up by tomorrow."
We all went inside to get out stuff while Nat was making us plates of food to take home for us and our families. When I was sure I went to talk to her.
"You sure you're alright?"
I accidently scared her, which made her jump and make her more sore than needed. "It's alright Jake. Just don't fall for my bets next time, alright?"
"Sure sure. If you want…I would come pick you up tomorrow morning for school. If you want of course."
"Umm…yea. I'd like that very much. What time would you be here?"
"I'll be here a quarter 'til seven. Does that sound alright?"
"Yea. That's just fine. Well, I hope you have a goodnight. See you tomorrow morning. And don't forget to take food for you and your dad. I hope he likes it…"
"Take care Nat. I hope you feel better tomorrow. And don't worry. My old man will like it."
That night I dreamt of her again…but this time as being officially together.
