Author's Note: Here's a new chapter. It's been entirely too long since the last, but ya know life. No beta, it's all me and written on my phone so sorry for the : I own nothing.

Chapter 10—Bella's POV

My restlessness and constantly questioning all I knew to be reality wore me out. I ended up sleeping in late on Saturday, which was just fine by me. I'm not even close to a morning person. I headed down to scratch up some brunch once I was dressed in jeans and long sleeved shirt. Grocery shopping and a couple chores were the only thing on my to-do list today.

"Hey, sleepyhead. I was wondering if you were getting up this year or not." Dad chuckled out as I shuffled passed the living room.

"Yeah, yeah," I mumbled, waving him away life a fly. "I'm a teenager, Dad. Isn't sleeping late, like required or something? Do you want them to kick me out?"

I pulled some left over enchiladas out of the refrigerator and filled two plates. Charlie's usually an early riser, so no doubt he'll be wanting a plate once the cheesy goodness fills the air. Popping the first into the microwave, I grabbed him another beer and me a glass of water. By that time, he was sitting at the small, worn table as he replied.

"Bells, never knew you were such a smart ass."

"What can I say?" I shrugged placing the plate in front of him and gripping his shoulder, "Like Father, like daughter."

Cha-Dad just shook his head and thanked me as he dug in. Catching the microwave right before the ding, I grabbed my enchiladas and took a seat opposite of him. Mmm, I do some good Mexican food. Having to look after Renee may have sucked at times, but I can't be mad about learning to cook good stuff like this.

"This is good, Bella," he hummed. "You got anything planned today?"

"Glad you like it. And I'm not doing anything important, just picking up some groceries and a little cleaning. You going in today?"

"Nope, off this weekend. Headed down to fish with Billy and Harry. Having a fish fry tonight. I was hoping you'd come down for that. You haven't seen anyone on the Rez since you got back. I know Jake's been asking about you."

Oh yeah, I'm definitely going! An up close look at where the legends I've been reading about originate? No way I'm passing that up. I wonder if the Protectors are noticeably different like Alice and the Cullens. I imagine that the "exploding into a wolf" gene has its own physical characteristics. It'll be nice to talk to Jake and compare the last…

" Wait, what?" I said sharply, my head snapping up as I finally realized what he said about Jacob. Charlie smirked and his eye were alight with mischief.

"What?" he tried to question innocently. "He's looking forward to reconnecting. Y'all were always good friends."

Oh no, he's definitely not trying that with me. I knew the last time I was here that Jacob had a crush, but there's no way I'd ever return it.

I narrowed my eyes and pointed at Charlie, "You get that thought out of your head right now Charles Swan. I'm not fulfilling yours and Billy's lifelong fantasy of being related."

He laughed out, "Ohhh, come on Bella. Jake's a good kid and we would both be Chief Grandpa."

"You're ridiculous Dad!" I cracked up, glad I was done eating. Last thing I needed was a mouth full of food to choke on. If felt good to laugh with my dad, even if I was completely serious with my statement.

"Seriously Dad, never gonna happen with Jacob. He's younger for one thing, which in itself isn't bad, but guys my age are too immature for me. I couldn't imagine dating someone 15 when I was 15. Plus, he's like a little brother. And besides, I like older guys," I threw in to mess with him. Totally true, but dads don't like knowing that.

"Yeah, taken, Bells. Anyways, I'm headed out. I'll back later to clean up and ride with you down there."

"Okay, Dad. I'll pick up stuff to make dessert when I go to the store. Be careful." I stood with him to clean up the kitchen and head out myself.

"Sounds good kiddo, I'm sure they'll appreciate it. And you be careful too."

Charlie and I arrived at the Black's house after 6pm. Shopping and chores were quick and easy, so I had plenty of time to shower and get ready. I specifically choose clothes to make myself seem older while still being comfortable. I figured I may as well set that unattainable vibe right off. I wish I had done the same at school that first day.

There was a good little crowd of people, which made me slightly nervous. The more people the higher chance that a Spirit Warrior i.e. shape shifting wolf man would be there. IF they are real. That was good and bad. Good because I could observe and determine if the legends were true. Bad because if it is true, then being around one had to be at least a little dangerous. I knew my instincts would warn and help protect me, but it was just extra nerves on top of meeting new people.

Luckily, I was greeted warmly by everyone and even remembered most of them. I enjoyed night for the most part. I was a little surprised Jacob was nursing a crush after so long, but a couple not so subtle little brother comments and a straight out "never gonna happen" he seemed to let it go. Thankfully! I don't have room for that in my mind with everything else.

I thought the night was going to be a bust supernaturally as it was getting later and I knew Charlie would be ready to leave soon. However, as we were saying goodbye a couple guys arrived needing to talk to Billy. They were both very tall and incredibly muscled. Charlie's no small man. He's at least 6'0" and close to 200 lbs. As little criminal action as Forks sees, he has stayed in shape well over the years. But my dad looked small compared to these guys. They had at least 3 inches and 30lbs of pure muscle on him.

I thought they were twins at first, or at the very least brothers, but they weren't. Sam Uley and Jared Cameron were there names. I had limited time to study them, but i was able to discern the small differences in their features. After being introduced, they excused themselves with Billy to discuss tribal business. If that or their size didn't clue me in, the heat from across the two feet between us and my shield would have. The need for space hit me so hard, if we weren't already walking out the door I would have run. I took a deep breath as the cool air swirled in my face and chanced a glance back. Sam was shutting the door and staring me down as he did. Sam's eyes were as old the earth. Or maybe as old as the spirit within. I knew without a doubt the truth that Alice had been leading me towards then. Sam was a wolf. And my sister, for I truly believed and felt she was or at least would be, was a vampire.