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"I'm over it, yeah behind me now, I'm just over it.

Over it, yeah I'm finding out I'm just over it."

Over It

It was quiet without Jamie around the house, but I did not miss the sound of her vomiting or her whining at her weakness. Thankfully she had been back to normal by the time it was time for her to drive back to school. Paul, Grams and I saw her off with a promise that she would be back for Spring Break.

In the meantime I spent the whole month of January working on my book; something that made both my agent and my numerous fans in La Push happy. Of course they were disappointed that I wouldn't give anything away to them prematurely, but I assured them that I'd make sure a box of books was delivered specifically to Noels the first day the book would be out.

By the time the day my divorce would be legal arrived, my book was only a few chapters away from completion and Rex was a whole fifteen pounds larger then at Christmas! I was glad he was growing so well, but not when he jumped on my chest to wake me up. After I pushed him off the bed, I glanced at the clock to see that my alarm was mere minutes from going off.

"At least you didn't wake me up too early." I said to the dog that was looking up at me excitedly from his sitting position on the floor of my bedroom.

Today I had to drive into Port Angeles to finalize my divorce with Finn and the lawyer. For the past few days I had been both dreading and looking forward to today. On the one hand, a part of me didn't want to part with Finn, but the other side of me realized that everything he said about us would probably happen if we stayed together. Therefore, the part of me that was looking forward to signing those papers was ready to start life again as just plain old Marilyn Jameson.

Was I thick enough to believe that I would stay Marilyn Jameson for a long time? No. If there was one thing New Years had done for me, it had only confirmed just how right the idea of Paul and I were- not that I was ready for it yet. I needed time to collect myself after this divorce and of course if Paul and I were to have a relationship we needed to get to know each other on that level.

Which was yet another reason why a part of me was looking forward to signing those papers today. After today I was no longer a married woman and therefore would not feel guilty about becoming involved with another man. That meant that whenever I decided I was ready to actually date Paul instead of hang out with him, I could be completely guilt free.

"Are you sure you don't want anyone to come with you today?" Grams asked kindly as the two of us ate our breakfast together.

"No, it's better if I go myself." I replied. "I won't be long."

Paul wanted to come with me, but I refused repeatedly. It was only a drive to Port Angeles to sign some documents in the presence of my soon to be ex husband and the lawyer. Plus I wanted to do it by myself; it was something I needed to do myself.

I had to admit that as I walked up to the lawyer's office I was nervous. Finn's car was parked in the small parking lot already signaling that he was there and they were both waiting on me. This was it; in a few minutes I would be a divorced woman; instead of a woman carrying a baby like I thought I would be by now.

"Good morning Mar." Finn greeted with a smile as I walked into the lawyer's office where the two of them were waiting.

Both Finn and the lawyer were sitting down at a long table and after a gesture from the lawyer; I took a seat across from Finn.

"Morning." I smiled back.

"Before we begin I need to make sure that you two don't have any doubts about what we are about to do." The lawyer stated as he laid a pen in front of each of us.

"I'm sure." I stated.

Finn's eyes met mine over the table; the eyes that I had fallen in love with years ago. However, this time when I gazed into them I didn't feel the familiar warmth in my stomach like I always used to. It was gone.

"Me too." Finn replied, his eyes locked on mine searchingly. He hadn't felt it either. It really was over.

After the papers were signed and the lawyer set us loose, the two of us walked outside together to our cars. We both paused when we reached my car, looking at each other nervously.

"I hope you'll be happy with Paul." Finn stated.

"Paul?" I asked in surprised. For all Finn knew we were friends; he didn't know anything about shape shifters and imprinting.

Finn chuckled, "I was always a little jealous of the friendship you guys had even if you hadn't seen him for a long time. And then when I met him I could tell that you two were a much better match than we were, Mar. He'll give you what you need, better than I ever could."

With that said Finn bent down to place a gentle kiss on my forehead before he walked off towards his car. I stood there watching him for a minute before I finally turned and got in my car, a soft smile on my face.

Xxx

Paul was waiting for me when I got home. Grams was gone grocery shopping and Paul was in the living room playing with Rex and Belle. The two puppies were currently vying for Paul's attention, playfully nipping at each other when they received too much attention from their obvious alpha.

"Jeez, where's a camera when you need one?"

Paul's eyes shot up to meet mine and he smiled sheepishly as he got up off the floor. Both dogs started to jump at his heels, but all it took was a look for them both to simmer down and sit obediently on the carpet.

"How did it go?"

"Alright; we parted on a good note."

"How do you feel? Are you alright? Do you need anything?"

I laughed, "I need you to relax. I'm fine, Paul. I was ready for this. Now if you'll excuse me I'm gonna go finish my book."

And that's exactly what I did. I sat there at my computer for two hours and finished Alex Wesley's story for good. It was only right. Alex was created the day after I met Finn and it seemed fitting that his story should end when ours did.

My manager wouldn't be too thrilled because I knew he wanted to pump at least three more of those out of me. And I knew that my readers would be a bit upset, but ultimately happy with the ending I had given Alex.

Paul was still camped out in the living room when I finally ventured out of the den. Both he and Grams were watching a movie on Turner Classic Movies and eating popcorn. Rex was curled up by Grams' feet and Belle was lying partially on Paul's lap as he stuffed handful after handful of popcorn in his mouth. I laughed as Belle looked at the popcorn longingly, waiting for him to drop a piece, but he never did.

"There you are." Grams smiled. "I was beginning to wonder if you were alright."

"I finished my book." I replied.

Paul smiled through his mouthful of popcorn, "That's great!"

"I mean I really finished it. Alex Wesley's story is over."

His mouth dropped open, a piece of popcorn finally dropping down into Belle's reach. She wasted no time in snatching the kernel up and looked up at Paul licking her lips waiting for more.

"No more Alex Wesley stories?" Paul cried. "But I love those books!"

"I'm sure she has her reasons." Grams interjected.

I nodded, "I do. It seemed only fitting to end his story today. I created him the day after I met Finn for the first time and I've ended his story the same day ours did."

"Poetic." Grams nodded.

"I thought so."

"You're not done writing forever though are you?"

I chuckled, "Don't worry Paul, I'm not done writing. I still have to make money and I have plenty of story ideas floating around in my head."

"Hopefully more stories like Alex Wesley's."

Xxx

When Kim asked me if I would babysit Ben I immediately jumped at the idea. Ben wasn't a baby, but at this point I was willing to take what I could get. Also, there was fact that Ben was a cute and fun little boy to be around. As for Kim and Jared, I had a pretty good idea why they were going out. I was sure that they were celebrating the fact that she was pregnant tonight. She hadn't said anything about it, but I recognized the signs after obsessing about them for months.

So when I caught Jared's hand stray down to her still flat stomach when the two of them dropped Ben off at the house, I smiled knowingly at Kim. She simply nodded her head with a sheepish smile before she turned to Ben to give him the 'you better be good' speech.

"Thanks again Mar, we really appreciate it."

"Hey, never hesitate to call me for your babysitting needs, especially in about nine months." I smirked.

Jared looked up at me in surprise while both Kim and I smiled. Meanwhile Ben was blissfully ignorant to what was going on between us adults as he petted Rex. Thankfully Rex liked children and allowed Ben to tug on both his ears and his tail.

"Alright, you guys go have fun now. Ben and I will be fine."

After they left, Grams made Ben some Mac and Cheese and the three of us sat down to eat it together, Rex sitting patiently on the floor next to Ben's chair. Rex knew better than to beg, so I wasn't worried about that. Although Rex seemed to be a loyal new friend to little Ben, as soon as the front door opened and the sound and probably smell of Paul filled Rex's senses he was gone, his excited barks filling the house.

"Unca Paul!" Ben shouted when he finally walked into the dining room with Rex trailing along happily at his side.

The little boy launched himself out of his chair and towards Paul. His little arms shot up in the air as he looked up at Paul expectantly. Ah, the universal symbol for wanting to be picked up. I could remember doing the same thing to my Dad back when I was little and even to Buck a few times. I smiled as Paul bent down, lifted the little boy easily into his arms and ruffled his hair playfully.

"Are you behaving for Aunt Mar and Grams?" Paul asked Ben with a small smile playing about his lips.

I was a little taken aback by the term 'Aunt' but it did make sense. In fact, I think I might have heard Kim refer to me as that around the kids before. It was probably best that I get used to it, especially considering what would certainly happen in the future between Paul and I.

"Mmmhmm!" Ben replied with an innocent smile.

"What do you think of Rex?" Paul asked as he set Ben back on to the floor right next to Rex.

"I wike him."

The three of us adults laughed at that and my heart melted as Ben wrapped his arms around Rex's neck for a hug. Rex wasn't upset by the contact at all and turned his head so he could lick the side of Ben's face.

"Ew!" He cried.

"He's just giving you kisses, Ben." I chuckled.

Ben pulled away from Rex and wiped at his face furiously. Obviously he did not appreciate having dog slobber on his face and I didn't blame him.

Hours later, Ben was asleep on Paul's lap, the Disney movie we had put in long forgotten as he slept contentedly on his Uncle's chest. Not that I blamed him; Paul was like a personal space heater and with Jared as his father, he was probably used to falling asleep in such a position. I myself was tempted to curl up and fall asleep on his chest. I resisted though and settled for curling up with a blanket on the chair next to the couch.

Kim and Jared arrived a few minutes later and Kim and I watched as the two men carefully exchanged the sleeping little boy.

"They're big softies aren't they?" Kim grinned.

"Oh yeah." I agreed. "So, when are you due?"

"Seven months and I'm praying for a girl. I love my boys, but I want a little girl to dress up in pretty stuff."

"Hopefully you won't have a daughter like Jamie. From an early age she insisted on dressing herself much to my Mom's chagrin. I remember her running around in mismatched outfits from a very early age."

Kim sighed, "That doesn't surprise me about her considering what Paul has told us about her."

I laughed at that because she was right.

"Don't worry though; people like Jamie are one in a million."

That was for sure.