*I don't own any of the characters from Twilight. They belong to Stephenie Meyer. I only own the original characters in this story.
Chapter 10
Evie paddled out behind Enzo and Beth while Jerry rode a wave. After the last few days she needed to get out of the house. She grabbed her board and went under coming up smiling as the sea water beaded down her face. The sky was still dark, but you could see about twenty people in the water. Enzo and Beth were waiting for her a few yards out.
"There a few more people out here than usual," Enzo pointed out. His normal light brown hair looked dark with it was wet. His green eyes stood out with his hair matted to his head.
"They say a swell hit a few hours ago. Suppose to have big ones hitting, but it doesn't look it," Beth said looking around. Her blonde hair was in a ponytail. She rubbed her brown eyes and then sighed heavily. "Here comes Jerry." She rolled her eyes and leaned her head on Enzo.
"Dude, that wave was awesome," Evie said imitating Jerry's voice. Enzo and Beth laughed. It was Jerry's signature phrase. He pulled up next to her with a big smile on his face.
"Dude, that wave was awesome," Jerry exclaimed pumped up. They all laughed. "What's so funny?" he asked, tilting his head to the side trying to get the water out of his ear.
"Nothing, just something we were talking about earlier," Evie replied. She squeezed out the excess water from her ponytail.
"You never called to tell me what happen in court," Jerry scolded as he hit Evie's leg.
"Well, last week I talked to Debra, you remember her," Evie laughed as Jerry got a goofy smile on his face.
"Tall, beautiful and absolutely perfect," Jerry said smiling. "She is so into me. I could see it in her eyes." Enzo splashed him with water.
"You think every girl wants you," Beth scoffed with a smirk. She had her legs on Enzo's board.
"Don't they," Jerry smiled. He posed with his fists on his hips and stuck out his chest. He winked at the girls.
"No," Evie and Beth said at the same time.
"Whatever," Jerry smirked. "So what happen?" He splashed water at Evie.
"After talking to Debra we had to go to court yesterday," Evie began. She pulled the tie from her hair. "The Judge asked me a few questions and told my dad he didn't see any reason for me to leave my home. My dad was pissed when the Judge said my mom and step dad have done a great job raising me and also kept the visitations at two hours every Sunday." She turned her board to get a view of the waves coming in. "The Judge also granted them a restraining order against my dad." Most of the other people were just floating and not taking a wave. She wet her hair and put it back into a ponytail.
"Evie, take the next one," Enzo said looking over his shoulder. "The other guy waved it off."
"Cool," Evie said looking for the next one to roll along.
"I get the next one," Beth called out. She swung her legs off Enzo's board.
Evie paddled when she saw the one she wanted. It was a big one rolling in and she smiled.
"Fuck," Jerry hissed when he saw Dylan. He paddled just as he saw that fucking D-Bag angle his board at Evie.
Evie got ready to position herself, but her foot was pulled back. She turned to see Dylan pass her and take the wave. He snagged her line. Jerry zoomed by her as he took off after Dylan.
"Crap," Evie growled as she paddled for the next wave.
There was nothing like riding a wave as the salt air and mist hit you. The rush of water under your board as it speeds you towards the shore. She smiled at the small drop of the wave, but was pissed she missed the one she wanted. She knew Beth and Enzo were probably right behind her.
She could see Dylan with his board under his arm. Jerry was a few feet away, grabbing his board. She heard him yelling at Dylan. She rode the wave further in, which isn't always a good thing but she got lucky. She grabbed her board and ran a few feet before dropping it in the sand and taking the leg rope off.
"You asshole," Jerry yelled, shoving Dylan backwards. "Stay the fuck away from Evie. Get over it. She doesn't want you." He was in Dylan's face.
"Fuck you Jerry," Dylan yelled back. He pushed Jerry back. "The only reason you're here is to get in her pants. You must like my leftovers. You're always-" He never got to finish what he was saying. Jerry punched him in the mouth, knocking him on his ass.
Evie grabbed Jerry's arm. "Stop, he's not worth it," she shouted. Enzo and Beth appeared behind them. "He's a jerk who can't handle losing."
Dylan got up and tried to grab Evie, but Enzo pushed him away. "Please talk to me Evie," he pleaded. "Give me a chance to explain."
"Explain," Evie laughed. "Explain what?"
"How he fell and his dick ended up in April," Enzo mocked. He had his right hand in a fist. This was one time he wished Dylan made a move. He never liked the prick.
"I don't think so," Beth added glaring at Dylan.
"Does this have to do with that guy from the Reservation?" Dylan asked with a smirk. "Yeah, I know he's Indian." He ran his hand through his hair.
The electricity in the air had Evie smiling before she even saw him. She knew he was behind her. Her body was tingling all over. It was the weirdest feeling being able to sense him without seeing him. Maybe that's the difference between liking someone and loving them.
"Good, now walk away before you regret it," Paul said standing behind Evie. She turned around with a huge smile on her face.
"Paul," Evie said breathlessly. She wrapped her arms around him and buried her head in his chest. She sighed happily when he wrapped his arms around her. She couldn't believe he was here. His scent invaded her air. She ignored everything around them except him. She was so happy that tears appeared. He was really here in her arms.
"I'm only going to say this once," Paul harshly said. "Stay away from Evie. Don't call or text her, ever. If you come near my girlfriend again, it will be the last thing you ever do." He smiled at the scared look on the asshole's face. He moved his hand over Evie's back. She felt so good in his arms. He missed her more than he realized. Her honeysuckle scent was like coming home to him and his wolf. He smirked as his wolf did a happy dance. For the first time since she left them, they were finally able to breathe.
Dylan grabbed his board and stomped away.
"What happen?" Derek asked as he walked up.
"Dylan snagged Evie's rope and stole a wave. We got into it and then you guys showed up," Jerry answered. He ran his hand through his hair.
Evie looked into Paul's eyes and smiled. "This is what you meant last night," she said as he smiled back at her.
"It was the truth, I am on a road trip," Paul responded smiling. He kissed her nose and buried his head in the crook of her neck. He inhaled deeply before kissing her cheek. The salty taste mixed with her honeysuckle scent tasted like heaven. He turned towards her friends.
"Paul, this is Enzo, Beth and my best bud Jerry," Evie said pointing to each one. "Guys, this is Paul."
Enzo shook Paul's hand while Beth waved. When Jerry shook Paul's hand, they looked each other over before releasing their hands. Jerry looked at Evie and smiled. She was in good hands. Beth mouthed 'details' as she looked Paul up and down. Evie rolled her eyes.
"It's nice meeting you guys, Evie told me a lot about you," Paul said as he kept Evie close to him. "You guys looked good out there. I've never seen Evie surf before." He looked at her and smiled. "You looked great babe." He gave her a squeeze.
"Thank you," Evie rubbed his back. "Sorry for getting your clothes wet." She shrugged as she bit her bottom lip.
Paul leaned down and kissed her. "It was definitely worth it," he whispered.
"Hey, we better hurry or we will be late," Enzo pointed out to Jerry. "The coffee doesn't make itself." He jogged over and grabbed his and Beth's boards. "Nice meeting you Paul, later Derek and Evie." Beth waved bye as she followed Enzo.
"Derek always a pleasure," Jerry said with a laugh as he patted Derek on the shoulder. He picked up his board. "Paul and Evie stop by later for cup."
"Sure," Paul shrugged.
"But after I spend a little time with him first," Evie smirked as she patted Paul's chest.
"Cool," Jerry said as he jogged away.
"This is why you left so early. I was wondering why Auntie Val was at the house," Evie looked at Derek as he picked up her board and bag.
"We could tell how much you missed Paul," Derek replied, walking next to Evie and Paul. He laughed when she made a face. "Shorty, we know you. When you got off the phone, you moped around with a sad look on your face." He pinched her cheek and laughed when she tried to bat it away. "Plus Bella and Charlie said Paul wasn't doing much better." He smiled at Paul's shocked face.
Derek watched them as they walked a few steps ahead of him. Paul seemed like a good kid. He was taller than he expected and looked more like a man that teenager. But Kathy was right about these two. It was obvious in the short amount of time they spent together in Forks, they developed a strong connection. They were in sync with one another. As much as it scared him to admit, they were in love. He always looked at Evie as a daughter, but at this moment it was much stronger. He wanted to protect her.
"I can't believe you're here," Evie laughed looking up at Paul's handsome face. "This is definitely the best surprise I have ever received." They turned down her street as the sun reflected off a car.
"I was surprised when Derek called me. He and your mom told me they were worried about you," Paul caressed her cheek. "This thing with your dad scared you more than you were letting on." He sighed in frustration. All the phone calls they had, he knew she was hiding something.
"I didn't want to worry my mom or Derek. They had enough to worry about," she looked straight ahead. "They had to get a restraining order on my dad. He kept calling my mom and Derek at all hours. I didn't know until yesterday when the Judge issued the order." She opened the gate to their yard. She waited until Derek walked through before closing it.
Derek walked around the side of the house to put Evie's board away. Paul followed Derek put held Evie's hand. She reached behind and pulled the zipper down from her wetsuit. The back deck held their boards and Marshall's fishing equipment.
"Do you all surf?" Paul asked turning to look at Evie. "What are you doing?"
Evie pulled her wetsuit down to her waist. She had her black bikini on. Derek tossed her the towel from her bag. "I'm drying up. I can't go inside with my wetsuit. Auntie Val's still mad from the last time," Evie explained with a devilish smile. She wrapped the towel around herself and then reached under to pull her wetsuit off.
"That's right," Valisa said smiling. "Leaving the carpet wet not to mention the hallway. You're lucky I love you sweetie pie." She handed Derek a cup of coffee. "Paul, to answer your question," she said pointing to Derek and Evie. "They surf and my husband Marshall likes to fish."
"I would have changed at the beach, but Dylan showed up," Evie said hanging her wetsuit on the rack.
"What did that boy do now?" Valisa asked with her hands on her hips. She never liked that boy. Now this one here, he may be rough around the edges, but he was good for Evie.
Paul wrapped his arms around Evie to keep her warm when she shivered. She leaned into his arms. "He snagged Evie's rope," he answered.
"Jerry took off after him. Dylan said some unkind things and Jerry punched him," Evie explained. "Then Paul told him never to bother me again. All in all it was a very interesting morning." She took a step towards the door but stopped. "You made pancakes."
"Your beau looked hungry after his talk with your mama and Derek. I know you're hungry," Valisa laughed. She knew pancakes with strawberries and whip cream were Evie's favorite. "Take a shower first sweetie." She laughed when Evie made a face. She turned to Paul. "Would you help an old woman inside?"
Paul smiled and softly chuckled. There was nothing old about this woman. He had a feeling she had enough in her to take down anyone that crossed her path. He held out his arm for her. "It would be my pleasure," he said with a wink.
Paul finished his seventh helping and patted his stomach. "Thank you it was delicious," he said putting his arm around Evie. Her hair was still damp from her shower.
"This boy has a hardy appetite. My sweetie pie will need to brush up on her cooking skills," Valisa laughed as she drank her coffee.
"Hey," Evie scoffed as she wiped her mouth. "My cooking skills aren't bad." She leaned back in her chair and crossed her arms over her chest. Paul was twirling a piece of her hair around his finger.
"Macaroni and cheese out of a box is not cooking," Derek laughed. He laughed even harder when Evie glared at him.
"Says the one who can't boil water and burns the pan," Evie mocked.
"That was one time smarty pants," Derek said trying not to laugh.
Paul watched as they interacted with one another. He envied Evie at this moment. She had a family that loved and cared about her. He never had that.
"Three pans," Valisa whispered, "and one crock pot." She took a drink of her coffee.
"Ha," Evie gloated. "In your face SD, in your face SD, in your face SD." She sang while Valisa clapped.
"Way to encourage her mom," Derek said rolling his eyes.
"I'm supposed to encourage my grandchild," Valisa pointed out. "What type of grandmother would I be if I didn't encourage Evie?" she asked with a wink to Evie.
"Is it always like this?" Paul asked picking up his and Evie's plates. He placed them in the sink.
"Pretty much," Derek said messing up Evie's hair.
"Don't mess with perfection," Evie laughed fixing her hair. She looked at Paul. "My mom is the instigator and flip flops between sides." She got up when Derek lowered his head. She knew it was getting harder for him to see her mom slowly slip away. It was hard on all of them but poor Derek was finding it hard to accept. She gave Derek a kiss on the cheek. "Smile Super Daddy or else you will force me to sing 'the song'." She raised her eyebrow at him.
Derek shook his head. "Please anything but that," he laughed wrapping his arm around Evie's waist. "Your mother tortured me with that song a few days ago." He wiped at his eyes smiling at the memory.
"What song?" Paul asked taking a seat. He could see how much Derek loved Evie. She really was his daughter in every sense of the word.
"Please if you love me at all don't-," Valisa begged with her hands together.
"Yo, VIP, Let's kick it," Derek and Evie sang at the same time.
"You are both bad kids," Valisa grumbled as she threw her hands up in the air.
"Ice Ice Baby, Ice Ice Baby," Derek and Evie sang as they got up and surrounded Valisa. "All right stop, collaborate and listen, Ice is back with my brand new invention." They danced around as Valisa tried not to laugh. Paul didn't care he laughed. "Something grabs a hold of me tightly, flow like a harpoon daily and nightly." Evie was doing the running man while Derek did the cabbage patch.
"If you two don't stop, I will never make homemade chicken pot pie," Valisa said standing up pointing at Evie and Derek. They immediately stopped singing and dancing.
"Auntie, that is so not fair," Evie said with her hands on her hips.
"Mom you know that's our favorite food," Derek exclaimed pouting. He hit Evie with his elbow and she pouted too. Paul laughed at their identical faces.
"Well one of our favorites. There's the homemade mac and cheese," Evie pointed out.
"Green enchiladas with rice and beans," Derek groaned. "Don't even get me started on the pasta dishes." He smiled when he saw a look in Evie's eyes.
"But Auntie's favorite dessert is my double chocolate brownie pie," Evie was tapping her chin. "Now we could always negotiate but you of course would have to allow us to taste test the aforementioned foods, in order to verify they are still worth…umm," she looked at Derek for help.
"Still worth said named dessert," Derek finished with his arm around Evie's shoulder.
"Wow, you two are bad," Paul laughed. He was enjoying watching Evie smile and laugh.
"She sounds more and more like you every day," Valisa laughed.
"I'll take that as a compliment," Evie and Derek said at the same time. They looked at each other and laughed.
"Okay you two. Derek, wash the dishes please," Valisa smiled with a shake of her head. "I need to check on Kathy." She gave Derek a kiss on the cheek. "Evie why don't you help Paul get settled into the guest room." She kissed Evie on the cheek and patted Paul on the cheek as she walked out of the room.
Derek walked over to the sink and began to fill it with water. "Your mom is scheduled to start her morphine drip tomorrow," he said not turning around. He couldn't bear to see the look on Evie's face.
Paul held Evie when she swayed. Derek and Kathy explained what it meant for her to go back on the morphine. He was hoping Derek would wait before telling Evie but it wasn't his call.
"I know," Evie whispered. Derek finally turned around. "Before I went surfing, I went to check on you and mom. That's how I knew you were gone and Auntie Val was here." She held onto Paul's arm. "I checked mom's chart and saw the order for morphine. I just didn't know when she would start." She took a deep breath.
"She wanted to wait until the hearing was over," Derek explained. "Your mom has been in so much pain but she didn't want you and me to go through the custody hearing alone." He ran his hand down his face. "She is so stubborn. Her only thought was protecting us." He turned the water off.
"I love her but sometimes, I want to shake her," Evie said frustrated. "She wanted; no you both wanted Paul here to help me so I wouldn't be alone." She leaned into Paul welcoming his warmth.
"Evie, I wanted to be here for you too," Paul said. He rubbed her arm.
"I know and believe me, I am so glad you are here," she admitted happily. "Let's get you settled in the guest room." She smiled at Derek before walking out of the kitchen.
"Do I really have to stay in the guest room?" Paul whispered as they walked down the hall. He gave her ass a gentle squeeze. It was difficult being this close to her, not able to taste her.
"Yes," she laughed. When they walked into the guest room she turned around in his arms. "I missed you." She smiled as he leaned down to kiss her. The electricity she felt before hit her all over.
"Me too," he whispered before kissing her. The imprint pull for Evie seemed to intensify hundred fold.
The kiss was gentle and sweet. They didn't rush it even though they wanted more. Their new found feelings for each other washed over them. They were perfectly in sync and all that mattered at that moment was them. Every touch brought them closer as a couple.
Paul moved his hands from her waist to her ass. He gave her plump ass a squeeze with both hands. His dick got hard hearing her gasp. He moved one hand to the small of her back while the other traveled up to her hair. Her hands were under his shirt feeling his abs. The feel of her luscious wavy hair reminded him of the fantasy of taking her from behind and pulling her head back by her hair. The wolf in him howled for the fantasy to become reality. He gently tugged on her hair.
Evie moved her hands up to his chest and sighed happily. She loved the way his abs and chest felt under her fingers. She hated there were too many layers of clothes between them. When he pulled her hair, it felt good. She moved one hand up to the back of his neck and held him firmly in place as she tried to deepen the kiss. Her other hand moved down into his shorts and grabbed his ass. His ass was perfect in her hand. The growl that escaped his lips boosted her confidence. She slowly moved her hand around his waist to the front of his shorts. She wrapped her hand around him and gasped at how huge he was. She knew he was but it still amazed her how he was able to fit inside her. Her thumb moved his pre-cum over his tip. Her hand moved along his thick hard length.
Paul moaned throwing his head back. He bit his lip to try and stay quiet. Fuck it felt good. He knew she wanted him. The smell of her arousal hit him in all the right places. He leaned down and kissed her but this time he didn't hold back. It was rough as he dominated the kiss. Her mouth tasted better than he remembered. The feel of her little hand stroking and twisting around him drove him crazy. When she reached down with her other hand and rolled his balls as she firmly squeezed and stroked him, he throbbed so hard in her hands it hurt. He quickly moved away from her throwing his bag on top of the bed.
"This is a nice guest room babe," he said trying to contain his frustration and full on erection.
Evie didn't say anything. Did she do something wrong? Her body wouldn't move when she tried to take a step in his direction. She tried to keep the hurt look off her face.
"Here are some towels," Derek said dropping a small pile of folded towels on the bed. "If you need anything don't hesitate to ask." He messed up Evie's hair before leaving the room.
Paul immediately pulled Evie into his arms. "I'm sorry. I heard Derek," he whispered. "I'm pretty sure he wouldn't appreciate catching us in the middle of foreplay." He kissed her neck and smirked when she shivered.
"I thought I did something wrong," Evie whispered. She relaxed in his arms.
"Baby you could never do anything wrong," he smirked. She playfully hit his chest and rolled her eyes. "But I would love to finish what we started." He moved his thumb over her breast and was greeted with a perky nipple that he wanted nothing more than to suck and nibble on. "I want to fuck you right here and now." He growled in her ear.
Evie couldn't control herself. She pulled his face down to hers and kissed him hard as her tongue exploded his surprised mouth. She shoved her hands down his shorts and picked up where she left off. The smirk on her face when he growled and bit her skin where her neck and shoulder met felt incredible.
Paul knew Derek and Valisa were with Kathy behind closed doors. He reached over and closed the door leaving only a small opening. He reached in her pajama bottoms and smiled when she gasped. He knew she was wet and her arousal was intoxicating. Her legs opened and he quickly flicked her clit and swallowed her moan.
"Shhh," he whispered as he nibbled on her ear. Sliding his finger slowly through her wet center, he inhaled deeply. "You smell so fucking good Evie." He plunged one finger inside her, enjoying the way she coated his finger.
"More," she moaned in his ear.
He didn't waste time as he used his index and ring finger to open her. His middle finger plunged in her fast and hard as his thumb moved over her clit. He needed her to come all over his hand.
Her hands were busy stroking and rolling him. She loved the way he felt in her hands. His skin was smooth and silky. His scent was driving her crazy. She wanted more of him as his mouth covered hers. Her hips were rocking at the same speed as his. She bit her lip to keep from screaming his name as he rolled her nipple between his finger and thumb as he kissed her neck and shoulder.
Paul knew she was getting close. He pumped his middle finger deep inside her. He began flicking and rubbing her clit with his thumb. He plunged two fingers inside her and heard her whimper in pleasure. He picked up the pace as her beautiful hands squeezed him hard with each stroke. Fuck he was close.
Evie tried to match his speed. Damn she was so close. He knew it too, by the way he hooked his fingers as he hit her deep inside. She squeezed her thighs as her muscles tighten around his fingers. He bit her earlobe before resting his head on her shoulder. She nibbled on his earlobe and whispered his name before she exploded around his fingers. Her head fell back against the wall as she bit her lip.
Paul grunted as she coated his fingers. Fuck she smelled so good. He moved through her hands knowing he was almost there. She rested her head next to his. Her lips were moving against his skin. She squeezed and rolled his balls. They tighten in her hand as he bit her where her neck and shoulder connected. It felt fucking great to bit her in that particular spot as she milked him dry.
They didn't move as they tried to control their breathing. Their heads were next to each other enjoying the closeness. Paul kissed her as he took his hand out of her pajama bottoms and from under her shirt. He pulled his shirt over his head breaking the kiss for only a moment. He tapped her hands and she blushed. He wiped her hands as she pulled them out of his shorts. He nodded towards the bathroom.
Evie opened the door to the guest bathroom and turned the light on. It was weird to go about and clean up without say a word to each other. But it wasn't uncomfortable or embarrassing. She went to the sink and washed her hands. From where she was standing she could see Paul in the mirror pulling out clothes. His bare chest made her stomach do flips. Those abs looked perfect. The way he moved as he walked towards her was graceful and primal, like a wolf stalking its prey. She smiled when he kissed her neck.
Paul kissed along her neck to her jaw. He wanted her in every possible way but he knew they were lucky not to get caught this time. She leaned back and tilted her head to the side, giving him better access. He placed his clothes on the counter and moved his hands to her tiny waist. He turned her around and pinned her against the sink. He looked into her lusted filled eyes and took a deep breath. That was probably the wrong thing to do. Her arousal and scent filled his nostrils and head. He leaned down until their foreheads were touching.
"I know," she whispered as she caressed his face. His hands were firmly on her waist.
"Yeah," he whispered. "It says a lot that I actually give a damn. Normally I ignore the rules." He pulled away to look at her. "What's with the frown?" he asked rubbing his thumb over her lips.
"Sorry," she replied kissing his thumb. She smiled when he moaned. "Thinking of the conversation we had before I left Forks." A part of her wished she was his first like he was hers.
"Do you want to talk about it?" he asked nervously. The thought of her looking at him with disgust scared him. What if this is what changes her mind about him? He knows he is supposed to take any role she decides. But he couldn't be her friend and watch her with someone else. Fuck that, she was his in every way possible.
"No," she responded. "I don't know if I'm worried what number I am or if it's the total number that worries me." The look in his eyes made her feel guilty. "But I like the fact I am the last." She smirked.
"What makes you so confident you're the last?" he asked before biting on her bottom lip.
She laughed. "What makes you think I'm not?" she grabbed his ass. His husky laugh made her stomach flip and her girl parts tingled when he gave her his panty drop smile. She bit the inside of her mouth to keep from moaning.
Paul pressed against her as he throbbed for release. He could smell how aroused she was getting. "You can't smile like that and expect me to behave," he gave her a kiss and stepped back. He crossed his arms to try and contain his urge to take her right here.
"I'd say I'm sorry but I think we both know I'm not," she answered. "But it doesn't help with that panty drop smile of yours either," she said as her eyes looked him over.
"Quit eye fucking me," he groaned. She was making it hard for him to do the right thing.
"You started it," she smirked. "How about I let you change?" She walked by him making sure to rub her breast against him. She bit her lip when she noticed the tip of him poking out of his shorts.
Paul watched her walk out of the room. Fuck, he was hard and needed another release. He looked down and frowned. 'Sorry buddy,' he thought. He turned on the shower making sure it was cold.
Evie didn't want to leave the house until she had a chance to talk to her mom. The medication made her sleep more than normal. She walked out her mom's room with Valisa right behind her.
"The doctor's office called. They have everything I ordered for your mama. I will be back in a little while," Valisa said as she grabbed her purse.
"Okay Auntie," Evie answered.
"How is she?" Paul asked pulling Evie into his arms.
"She is still asleep," she replied. "Derek is sitting with her." She rubbed his back. "Do you mind hanging around the house?"
"Of course not," he answered. "We can watch a movie or something." He kissed her softly as he pulled her closer.
"Thanks," she whispered. They walked to the family room and sat down on the long couch. She pulled out the remote and turned the TV on.
He kissed her as he took the controller. "Man controls the remote," he laughed. She rolled her eyes as she snuggled closer to him.
"Apparently that's not the only thing man wants to control," she yawned.
"I only want to control one thing," he said sliding down on the couch. "But you look exhausted. Close your eyes baby." He kissed her forehead as he wrapped his arms around her.
"But I'm not tired," she protested. She snuggled close to him. "I just want to see my mom and then we can grab a coffee and walk around the beach." She yawned again.
"Okay, we can leave in a few minutes," he said chuckling. He looked down to see Evie's eyes closed.
Paul flipped through the channels and stopped on a movie. He shook his head at Evie. He knew she was having a hard time sleeping. Her scent helped him relax. He needed this too. Being without her was taking a toll on him. He knew the pack was happy to have him gone for a while. The angry outburst and picking fights for no reason were pissing everyone off.
He pulled his phone out and rolled his eyes. Of course Baby Alpha would call and check up on him. "What?" he asked frustrated. Evie moved and turned in his arms. Her back was pressed perfectly against his front.
"Love you too Lahote," Jacob said laughing. He was outside waiting for Bella. "How's everything going over there? Was Evie surprised?" He knew how hard it was for Paul being away from Evie.
"Fuck you Black," Paul scoffed. He knew Jacob was just bating him. "Everything is pretty much the same. Evie was very happy to see me." As angry as the prick made him sometimes, Jacob actually came through for him when it came to Evie.
"Do you kiss your girl with that mouth?" Jacob asked laughing. He loved getting under Paul's skin.
"My girl can't get enough," Paul responded confidently. "How was that cold shower last night?" he asked chuckling. He overheard Bella telling Leah, she wanted to take it slow with Jacob. The bonfire last night was very informative.
"Whatever asshole," Jacob mumbled. He ran his hand through his hair. "Sam called. The Council wants to talk when you get back." He could hear Bella's truck heading his way. "They weren't happy you left without telling them but Sam reminded them of the imprint. He told the Council they could blame him for allowing you to leave."
"What do they want?" Paul asked suspiciously. He hated when the Council interfered with the pack, especially when they tried to give advice. He pulled Evie close as he leaned down and inhaled deeply. Her scent calmed him instantly.
"You know," Jacob said. He smiled when Bella turned down the road. "Look, we are both in the same situation." He waved as Bella got closer.
"What are you talking about?" Paul snapped. He was irritated the Council was trying to butt into his relationship.
"They want to meet me too," Jacob quickly said. "I was supposed to tell Bella the moment she chose me but you know the leech was still in the picture. We can talk about it later." He opened the door for Bella giving her a quick kiss. The blush that covered her cheeks made him smile.
"Who are you talking to?" Bella asked wrapping her arms around Jake's waist.
"Paul," Jacob answered. He leaned down and kissed her neck. He smirked when she gasped.
Paul could hear Bella and Jacob. "Black I really don't want to hear you strike out again," he said annoyed. Evie turned snuggling closer to him.
"Paul its Bella," she said quickly. "How's Evie? The last time we talked, she didn't sound good." She bit her lip waiting for him to reply.
"She's okay," Paul answered. "She was having trouble sleeping but she's resting at the moment." As much as he disliked Bella for all the shit she put them all through, he knew she loved her cousin. Now that she finally opened her eyes and picked Jacob, she might not be that bad.
"Thanks for taking care of her," Bella said. "Here's Jake."
"I'll tell Sam you'll call him later," Jacob kept his arm around Bella as they walked to the garage.
"Okay," Paul muttered. He hung up without saying another word. He put his phone back in his pocket.
Fuck, there was no way he could tell Evie about him and the pack while she was going through all this stuff. He sighed heavily as he looked at the ceiling. At least he didn't have to go alone. Jacob was in the same crap as him. Baby Alpha better tell Bella soon or it could be bad. He looked at Evie's beautiful face and knew his days were numbered.
He turned his attention to the TV and tried to pay attention. Unfortunately his mind kept wandering to the inevitable talk that awaited him and Evie. The imprint between them was strong not to mention the love they felt for one another. She wouldn't turn him away like everyone else in his life has done. He knew the only reason the guys didn't kick him to the curb was the pack bond was strong.
He didn't bother trying to pay attention to the TV. His mind kept going over possibility. The life he and Evie would have was something he wanted more than anything. He held her close and tried to push the fears he had of losing her out of his mind.
"Paul," Derek whispered trying not to wake Evie. He knew this was the first good sleep she had in weeks.
Paul opened his eyes looking up at Derek. "Sorry I didn't realize I fell asleep," he said trying not to move too fast. He was fully aware Evie was still wrapped in his arms.
"Mitchell called," Derek whispered. "He's on his way over. I think it might be a good idea if you and I weren't here." He waved for Paul to follow him.
Paul slowly pulled himself away from Evie. His wolf growled at the loss of her scent. He followed Derek out into the hallway. "What's going on?" He knew Derek wasn't afraid of Mitchell, so leaving was an odd thing to do.
"The last few times Mitchell and I have seen each other we exchanged some heated words," Derek said as he rubbed the back of his neck. "I don't want that to happen again in front of Evie. The look on her face after watching Mitchell lose it is something I don't want to see again. I don't ever want to put her in a position where she feels the need to choose between her father and me." He glanced at Evie as she slept.
Paul looked at Derek for a few minutes. "Okay, but I don't feel comfort leaving Evie here alone," he said.
"My mom is here and trust me," Derek said smiling. "No one stands a chance against her when it comes to Kathy and Evie." The lengths his mother would go to protect them was maternal. "I just need to grab my wallet. I'll meet you in the living room." He took off to his and Kathy's room.
Paul walked over to Evie and kissed her cheek. He noticed Valisa walking down the hall. "Valisa," he said following her.
Valisa turned around and smiled. "What do you need sugar?" she asked.
"Evie's sleeping and I was wondering if there's a blanket I could use to cover her," he asked. He hated to leave her but Derek's right. There was no reason for them to stay if it was going to cause problems. Kathy needed her rest and Evie didn't need to referee between any of them.
"I'll grab it. You have fun with Derek," Valisa said happily. She patted Paul on the cheek. He smiled as she walked away.
Evie turned and shivered. She slowly opened her eyes and stretched. The room was quiet and the TV was off. Paul, her warm pillow was gone. She smiled when Valisa walked in.
"I was just bringing a blanket for you," she smiled. "Did you sleep well?" She rubbed Evie's cheek.
"Yeah, but then I got really cold," Evie replied sleepy. She yawned. "Where's Paul?" She got up and stretched again.
"He's leaving with Derek to run an errand," Valisa replied. "I don't think they left yet." She patted the blanket and left to put it away.
Evie walked down the hall to check on her mom but noticed Derek and Paul by the door.
"Shorty, we'll be back in a little bit," Derek called out as he grabbed his keys.
"Wait, where are you guys going?" Evie asked walking into the living room.
"I have a surprise for your mom," Derek answered opening the door. "I thought it would be a good idea to get Paul out of the house for a few minutes." He tried to look innocent but he knew she didn't believe him.
"Sure," she scoffed. Her arms were crossed over her chest. "You know lying to your kid is the worst mistake a parent can make. It shows you don't trust me and I can't trust you to tell me the truth." She leaned against the door frame waiting for a response.
"I really hate when your throw my advice back in my face," Derek scoffed as he ran his hands down his face. She raised an eyebrow at him. He couldn't help thinking she looked so much like her mom. "Okay, your dad is coming over to pick up his stuff. I thought it would be best if Paul and I were out of the house. We aren't big fans of him and vice versa. Sorry shorty."
"Your right," she finally said walking to Paul. "Auntie is here and between the two of us, dad will behave." He leaned down and gave her a quick kiss. "I missed my warm pillow," she pouted." He ran his finger over her lips.
"Sorry babe, I was hoping you would sleep a bit longer," Paul whispered. "But I am hot, not warm" He kissed her one more time before following Derek out the door.
She smiled and locked the door. They were better off not being her when her dad arrived. He made it known that he hated Derek and didn't approve of Paul. He actually thought by expressing his opinion, an opinion she of course didn't ask for, on Paul and point out reasons not to date him would bring them closer. He couldn't stand the fact her mom loved someone else.
She sighed when she looked at her phone. There were four missed calls from her dad and just as many voicemails. She didn't want to hear him bad mouth Derek and Paul again. Her dad went from one extreme to the next. The last conversation she had with her dad was strange. He apologized for staying mean things about Derek and Paul but later in the day he left her message calling Derek a thief. He felt Derek stole her and her mom from him. He couldn't understand how she could allow Derek to replace him. She knew it wasn't worth the arguing with him.
Her mom was sitting on the recliner Derek ordered for her a few days ago. "Hey, the guys left for a little while. I figured I take advantage of getting some quality time with you," Evie kissed her mom on the cheek. "Thanks for inviting Paul. As usual you and Derek are very perceptive." She laughed as she sat on the bed.
"Of course we are," Kathy replied with a smile. "We love him…by the way and your welcome." She held out her hand. Evie kneel next to her mom as she took her hand. "Derek hired…private detective…he knows you want to find…your sibling."
"Thanks," Evie replied. "I'm going to try and talk to dad. Maybe he will give me some answers but I'm not going to hold my breath." She rubbed the back of her mom's hand. "Are you holding on because of me?" she asked in a small voice. She wiped at the tears that fell.
"Evie," Kathy whispered pushing her own tears back. "I'm not ready… to leave you or Derek. There are things…I need to put in order…before I leave you both." She wiped the tears from her daughter's cheeks. "You are the best…part of me. I am so…honored to call…you my daughter." She slowly placed the oxygen mask on.
Evie rested her head on her mom's lap like she used to do when she was little. Her mom ran her fingers through her hair. They stayed that way for a while just enjoying the silence. She felt her mom twisting her hair. She smiled knowing her mom was making a braid from a strand of her hair. The doorbell rang and Evie lifted her head.
"There's a hair…tie on the table," Kathy said pointing to her left.
Evie nodded as she took the braid from her mom. She grabbed the tie and walked out of the room. She heard Valisa open the door. The door to the master bedroom was open. There wasn't time to think. She ran down the hall and went in the room and began to search.
"Mitchell, how are you?" Valisa asked sweetly moving aside to allow him in.
"I'm good. How are you?" Mitchell responded in a sharp tone. He looked around wondering when Derek would make his presence known, fucking smug bastard.
Valisa ignored his tone and smiled. "I'm great. Marshall should be home soon," she replied politely. Mitchell looked a bit confused. "He's been teaching a class in New York for the last two months. I would have gone with him but Kathy comes first." She walked towards the hallway. "I packed your things but I left the box in the room, just in case I missed something." She ignored the eye roll Mitchell shot her way.
"That was very kind of you," Mitchell mumbled. "Where's Evie?"
"She was with Kathy the last time I saw her," Valisa answered. He turned and headed towards Kathy's room. "Mitchell, please don't go in there." She hurried after him.
"I just want to say hello to my daughter," he answered innocently. His hand was on the doorknob when Valisa placed her hand over his. "Kindly remove your hand." He turned and glared at her. "You can't keep me from my daughter."
"I have no intention of doing such a thing," Valisa replied angrily. "But there is a restraining order and you are not permitted with hundred feet of Kathy. At this moment you are violating the order." She glared back at him. "Your things are in the master bedroom. Please gather your things and kindly leave." She was not about to this man intimate her.
Mitchell opened his mouth but stopped when he noticed Evie standing by her room. "Cubby, you haven't returned my calls," he scolded his daughter playfully. "Valisa thought you were with your mother. I was going to look in and say hello." He pulled his hand from under Valisa's and walked to his daughter.
"Auntie's right," Evie said coldly. "You need to stay hundred feet away from mom." She watched the smug look on her dad's face turn into a dirty look. "As for the unreturned phone calls," she began. The vein in his neck was bulging out. "My boyfriend surprised me with a visit." She smiled as she rocked back on her heels.
"Paul," Mitchell chuckled with a shake of his head. "I'm amazed he took the time out of his busy schedule to grace you with his presence." He passed by Evie laughing. She was just like her mother, naive to the Lahote's. They were breed as womanizing alcoholic Neanderthal assholes.
"Well the same could be said about you," Evie responded with a glare.
Mitchell stopped and turned to face Evie. "What do you mean by that?"
"Just because you knew Paul's father doesn't mean you know him. They are two different people," she stated angrily. "But you wouldn't know that considering you haven't taken the time to get to know him." She was so angry at her dad.
Valisa watched them stare each other down. She knew everything would fall apart once Mitchell found out about Derek and Kathy being married. It hurt to stand by all those years and watch this man treat Kathy like a doormat. She didn't doubt his love for his family but he had a strange way of showing it. Evie looked like her mother but had her father's love of adventure.
"I just about had enough of your mouth little girl," Mitchell snapped. "I am your father and you will show me some respect." He stood in front of her glaring at her.
"Respect is earned," Evie retorted. "Not given." She walked away from her dad but stopped. "Do you know where my brother or sister is living? Is he or she older than me? I think I have a right to meet him or her." The look on her dad's face told her nothing.
"Why do you care about a mistake I made so long ago?" he asked walking towards her. He sighed deeply. Maybe if she knew something it would be easier for her to let it go. "He's older by a few months and doesn't know anything about us." He placed his hands on her shoulders.
Evie gasped as the realization sank in. She has a brother. "Your mistake, as you call it, is my older brother," she said hurt by his lack of emotion. "Why did you do it dad?"
Valisa's heart broke for Evie. As angry as she was at her father, he was still her father. She loved him. The conflict that was waging inside this poor girl was clearly written on her face. She needed answers to understand why her father hurt her mother without a care in the world.
"I thought your mom was having an affair," Mitchell finally responded. He ran his hand through his hair. "It was stupid and it meant nothing. I love your mother." He took a picture off the wall. Kathy was holding a six month old Evie. They were looking at each other as Evie slept. He smiled bitterly knowing he could never get back that moment.
"That's exactly what you told mom that night," Evie replied in a small voice. Her dad slowly turned around with a shocked look on his face. "I remember dad. I remember everything about that night." She took a step back when he reached for her. The tears in her eyes blurred her vision.
"Cubby," Mitchell whispered as he watched his daughter turn away. "Please Evie, don't turn your back on me too," he begged. The fear of losing his daughter gripped his heart in a tight vice.
"Dad," Evie cried. "I don't… know what…to say." She looked at the ground as she cried.
Mitchell put a hand on his daughter's shoulder as he slowly turned her around. "I am so sorry for any pain I have caused you. But I can't change the past," he said wiping her tears away. "I am still your father and I love you cubby. That will never change." He kissed her forehead. They turned when the front door opened.
Derek and Paul immediately stopped talking when they saw the tears on Evie's face. Valisa had a tissue under her nose. Paul was next to Evie in three long steps. She was in his arms with her heard buried against his chest. Her entire body shook as she cried. Anger filled Paul's body as the wolf wanted nothing more than to tear and snap Mitchell apart for causing their imprint pain. Derek looked at Evie and then at Mitchell's devastated expression.
"I'll grab my stuff," Mitchell said in a defeated voice. He turned and walked to the bedroom.
"Baby, what happen?" Paul asked as he held Evie close and gently rubbed her back.
Evie couldn't talk. The lump in her throat as well as the sobs that raked over her body, made it impossible to talk. She shook her head and held on to Paul tightly.
"Mom," Derek whispered.
"Evie told Mitchell," Valisa said trying to catch her breath. She wiped at her eyes. "She remembered that night." She held on to Derek's arm. "He told her she has an older brother. He's a few months older than her." She knew Derek and Kathy were looking for Evie's sibling.
"Thanks mom," Derek kissed her on the cheek. He walked over to Evie and kissed her forehead. "It's okay shorty." He hated to see her cry but it was unavoidable. With everything that's happen in last few weeks, he was surprised she lasted this long without breaking down.
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