Hey, hey, my Lovelies!

Okay, so I've listened to what you guys have to say about the time gap and have decided and planned out five chapters that will focus on different aspects of their college education. One will be in their freshman year (this one), the next will be their sophomore year (though there are two for sophomore year), and one for junior year and then their senior year chapter will be their graduation/homecoming to La Push. I hope that sounds okay for you all

V*** SPOILER FOR CHAPTER ALERT***V

I have just changed an aspect of this chapter and Dyl/Levi's imprinting. I've chatted with a good critic and friend of mine here on FF and she helped me decide on some things. Levi WILL NOT be romantic with Dyl...EVER! Just saying.

Disclaimer: I don't own twilight! Unfortunately… D:

Without further ado…Enjoy!

Chapter 11

Freshmen

Spring Break

Freshman Year

Year 2026

Billie's Point of View

"Babe, will you please get a move on?" Paul's deep, sexy baritone floated up the long staircase whilst I packed the last few minuscule belongings for our household trip. I sat down on my smaller suitcase, grunting slightly as i tried to slide the zipper closed without breaking it. Let me just say that it was a feat. "Beautiful, do I want to know what you're doing?"

"Get your dirty mind out the gutter, You Dog. I'll be down in a second!" I called back, laughing. I heard a couple of chuckles from random places in the house and smirked.

"The plane is at eleven thirty. It's 10 now." Paul reminded me as he strolled into the bedroom. I sighed, rolling my eyes.

"Yes, Paul but it hardly takes an hour and a half to get to the airport. Chill out, would you?" I chuckled, turning to face him. He smiled at me apologetically, wrapping his arms around my waist to pull me flush to his chest. I circled my arms around his neck, smiling.

"I'm sorry. I just really can't wait to get back." He admitted, sheepishly. i grinned.

"I know how you feel Paul; I've missed home too." I reminded him, thinking about the shell scattered shore of First Beach and the dense luxury of the forest for us wolves. I missed the rain. Don't get me wrong, I loved the sun but the rain, it reminded me at home.

"I know. But hurry up, Woman. I wanna get outta here." he rushed me, patting my bum towards the bed and my last suitcase. "Beautiful, did you need to pack another case? You've already got one, what more do you need?"

"Paul, it's a two week trip. I want to make sure that I've gotten everything with me." I told him, rolling my eyes at his whining. He sighed and shook his head before approaching me and the bed. He hoisted the case up to carry down the stairs as he grasped my hand and pulled behind me.

The foyer was littered with suitcases in every direction as we reached the bottom of the stairs. i chuckled at Jennie's three suitcases and smirked knowingly at Paul. he grinned and chuckled, dumping down the suitcase before leading me to the kitchen where everyone else was eating and chatting excitedly for the impending flight towards home.

Spring break had just hit us. The first semester of college had been interesting and taxing. Getting into the flow of this new life had been easier than I thought it would have been but it had been slightly difficult juggling everything at the same time. There was college every day with more homework afterwards; there was Paul and Ellie, who seemed to be clinging to me a lot these last few months. I had taken it amongst myself to become the head cook of the house, though others pitch in most of the time with most meals, understanding that I wasn't their slave or maid and wanted to do their part. Jennie's cooking skills had improved greatly whilst cooking alongside me. Brandon had been highly appreciative of that towards me.

In the middle of October last year, Walter offered me a job at the bar/restaurant/play house we ate at every time we felt like it. We only ate out there and we'd become good friends with Walter and even the two bartenders. A lot of the kids shined up to me after working only a couple of days there and I'd become a favorite of the parents that came as well. Walter said I was a treasure to be around and the job, apart from one aspect of my work team, was very much enjoyable. Walter was becoming like another father figure to me and Ellie had even taken to calling him Pippa, Walter's chosen name for her only. He truly acted like some sort of grandparent towards Ellie and she loved it, especially in the absence of her real grandparents at the moment.

Caleb was the only thorn in my side at the moment. He was constantly watching me from afar at work, which hasn't gone unnoticed by the other guys or Walter. What was worse was that Paul was often there at the bar whilst I was working, playing with Kwoli and Ellie. He'd noticed also and I'd had to interrupt many, many glaring contests between the two over the last six months. Caleb didn't seem to be able to get it, though. He keeps insisting that I talk to him alone, away from the bar and Paul. Even around campus I couldn't escape him. He was in my Art class, albeit sat on the opposite side of the room but nonetheless, I sensed his eyes on me for the whole lesson and right afterwards, he'd once again try and talk to me. Only Paul would be right there, ready to walk me to my next class.

He was becoming a nuisance in my life bit I trained myself to ignore him, which was a shame because I would have liked it if we were friends, like old times. I guess a girl couldn't have everything and I doubt that Paul would have appreciated seeing Caleb around the house more than he already does when he hangs out with Damon. I found it hilarious that Paul had restricted him on the ground floor, meaning NOT being allowed into his rec room. Perhaps it was childish of Paul but this was his house too and technically, we'd all given him reign over the rec room. His rules were law down there.

"So are you all ready now?" Brandon asked, resurfacing me from my daydream. I snapped out of it and smiled at him, innocently.

"What do you mean? I wasn't taking that long." I chuckled, rolling my eyes. He cocked an eyebrow and Jennie giggled.

"You kinda were. You always leave packing to the last minute." She laughed. I shr7ugged, not denying her accusation, making Paul chuckle and kiss my temple. "Livi's still packing though. She's driving Greg insane because she's made him sit on the bed whilst she packs all those Vicky's Secret purchases we got last week."

My eyes widened with my grin before I burst out laughing. She joined in whilst the guys watched on confused, and slightly empathetic of their friend. We calmed down after a second though and decided to pack up the cars for when we actually were ready to leave. Damon was once again riding with us and we decided to take the five-seat truck of Paul's because there was no way we were going to fit my two suitcases along with Paul's, Damon's and Ellie's two into the back of my Mini Cooper. Eventually, Greg and Livi were making their way towards his car, arguing between them. I could see Greg was slightly uncomfortable and Livi was trying her hardest to look apologetic but the smirk pulling at the corner of her mouth was proving to be a challenging feat to work around.

"You alright there, Cuz?" I called out mischievously. He turned and glared at me, making me giggle.

"You knew she'd do that. A little warning wouldn't have gone amiss!" he called back, though he was unable to contain his amusement. I held my hands up.

"I knew no such thing, I swear." I lied, winking at Livi purposely in his direct sight and he groaned. The guys laughed at him as Jennie high fived our friend.

"Come on, let's get going." Brandon called out, still chuckling slightly as he climbed into his Jeep. We followed suit and climbed into our respective cars. Ellie had strapped herself into her seat on her own like the big girl she now was so I got straight into the front seat, smiling back at her as I buckled up.

"You ready to go see Grandpa and Nanni?" I asked her, excitedly. She grinned and nodded, hugging Donna excessively in her enthusiasm. Paul chuckled at her fondly before pulling out the driveway, leading our group towards the airport.

"I'll take Kwoli to be readied for transport. I'll meet you at our seats." Paul murmured in my ear, kissing me deeply before pecking Ellie on her cheek. She waved at him before running off towards Brandon walking ahead of the rest of us with Jennie and Damon.

Once the luggage was where it needed to be, we all met back up at the gate where they checked our tickets and allowed us to board the plane. I instantly claimed the window seat, placing and buckling in Ellie beside me and leaving a seat open for Paul when he got her on the other side of her. He arrived not ten minutes later, explaining how Kwoli whined and howled for him as he was walking away. I whimpered on behalf of our loyal pooch, my heart aching for his confinement for the next 6 hours or so. We were lifting off fifteen minutes later and I followed Ellie's example by falling asleep for the entire journey.

Paul shook me awake when we were flying over Seattle so that I could get my wits about me and sort everything out with him that needed to be taken with us off the plane. I felt guilty for sleeping the entire journey without talking to him but he brushed me off, saying that Brandon kept him company as Jennie had fallen asleep as well. He carried a still sleeping Ellie off the plane. She was in a deep sleep and wouldn't be waking up anytime soon.

I left him and the others to go to luggage claim as I went to rescue my dog. When I saw him, my heart broke for him. He was laid down in a spacious cage, though a cage none the less, his head down on his paws as he flashed his sad, puppy dog eyes to the whole world. The man who was handling him was talking to him but as soon as Kwoli saw me, he shot up from his laying position, barking and howling in excitement as he tried to prance and dance around in the confined space. I approached him quickly, crouching down to pet him through the cage.

"Hey there, Big Boy. I'm so sorry. Come on, let's get you out of there, huh?" I asked, looking up at the attendant before giving him the paper work and whatnot to claim him. Five minutes later, Kwoli was free and stretching widely as I clipped on his leash. "Thanks, Sir."

The attendant nodded in acknowledgement and I made my way out of the airport, knowing that everyone would already be outside waiting for whoever was here to pick us all up. When I exited the main entrance of the airport, I saw a familiar truck along with another car I could also recognize. I beamed as I saw Jennie and Livi hugging my Father tightly in greeting. Aaron stood beside his car with Paul, chatting about God knows what. Paul's head lifted as he felt me approach and I smiled at him, handing off Kwoli to him so that I could hug Aaron tightly.

"Oh my God, hey Aaron! I haven't seen you in forever." I laughed, pecking his cheek. He chuckled.

"Forever is an exaggeration. Decades maybe, but not forever." He replied, smirking. I rolled my eyes and giggled.

"Oh, yeah, hug him first, not your own father. You know, the father you haven't seen for what? Six months?" Seth's teasing, mockingly sad voice sounded behind me and I squealed, launching myself at him for a fierce hug. He chuckled and hugged me with everything he had, whilst inhaling deeply. Knowing from experience, I knew that he was seeking the comfort like only a wolf can. I was his daughter for all intents and purposes; he was checking to see if I was alright. "Hey Baby Girl. I've missed you."

"Me too, Dad. Me too. I slightly regret not coming for Christmas." I admitted, smiling sheepishly. He cocked an eyebrow.

"I told you that you were all welcome but no…you insisted to spend your first Christmas together in Texas." He reminded me, pouting slightly. I smiled.

"Well, we're here now, right?" I said, optimistically. He grinned and nodded, pulling me into another hug.

"Yes you are. I'm so happy your home, Lea-Rae. Dyl's been lost without you but he hasn't been nearly as catatonic as he was before. He mooched around a lot and sat on your bed most nights but nothing out of the ordinary. Jack can't wait to see you and Ellie. I don't think the kid's been away from Ellie for so long before."

"I know, he hasn't and I've missed everyone too. Come on, get me home so I can smother my brothers in kisses." I insisted, pulling him towards the car. He chuckled before helping Paul pack the back of the truck. It was drizzling slightly so they covered the luggage with a tarp. Unfortunately, Kwoli was going to have to deal as there was no way he was going to be trapped under a tarp for the next couple of hours.

"Oh Baby, I can't believe you're here!" Mom shrieked as she stormed towards me across the uneven sand of First Beach. She threw her arms around me and hugged em close to her chest, kissing every part of my face that she could get her hands on. I giggled and hugged her back, grinning at my other family over her shoulder.

Dyl was practically vibrating with excitement, ready to launch himself at me as soon as mom stepped away far enough. Jack was hugging and playing with Ellie, having missed her greatly. Paul was catching up with his brothers whilst Jennie molded her twin brothers to her chest in worry and relief. She'd phased as soon as she found out the evening of our first day at college and wouldn't return human until she spoke to her brothers personally through their minds. This was the first time they'd be together in person.

"Mom, I missed you too. I can't believe I stayed away for so long. I'm so sorry." I gushed, apologetically. She pulled back and scowled.

"You better be sure you stayed away for too long! Do not do that again! Thank God it'll be summer break soon!" she scolded, trying to sound angry but failing miserably.

"Right, we missed your incredible motherly skills around here. The kids go crazy now. It's good to have you home." Kim laughed. I smiled.

"It's just good to be home. Texas is great, college is great but there's no place like home." I replied, chuckling.

"You said it, B. I hope Paul has been as gentlemanly as ever. Just because he's halfway across the country, doesn't mean I won't run out and kick his ass for you if he steps a foot out of line." Craig threatened, glaring at Paul, who smirked and looked at me expectantly.

"He's had his jerk-off moments but there's no need for violence. Besides, I have Jennie with me and all the back-up I need. I could take Paul by myself anyway. I don't need help." I told him, smirking back at Paul's slightly shocked, mischievous face.

"We'll see about that, Beautiful. Just you wait." He promised me, his eyes smoldering.

"Oh please, I could take you in your sleep." I scoffed, folding my arms. He cocked and eyebrow and leaned down to whisper in my ear, so that only I could hear.

"Or I could take you in your sleep." He murmured, seductively. I shivered and closed my eyes, envisioning him doing exactly that. He growled softly as he caught my scent and I blushed.

"Wow, what did you say to her? She looks like a cherry!" Dyl exclaimed, staring wide-eyed at my face. He barked a laugh and pecked my temple, leaving me with my little brother as he strolled off smugly towards his brothers. I rolled my eyes at his back before looking back at Dyl. He rushed forwards to hug me around my middle and I pulled him closer, pecking the top of his head. He came up to my shoulders already. "I missed you so much, Billie. I wish you don't have to go back after break."

I sighed heavily. "I know Dyl but I'll be back again before you know it. I love you." I told him. He lifted his head and smiled at me. He straightened up so that his face was equal with mine and grinned.

"Love you too. Oh, guess what!" he shouted, excitedly. I chuckled. He could grow up but that little boy is still at his heart. I raised my eyebrows in question. "Levi's my new best friend now, with Jack of course. We swim and play video games and stuff. He's always around now."

That confused me slightly as Levi had never been particularly close with either of the Clearwater boys. I wondered what was going on. "Oh, that's great. When did this happen?" I asked, confused.

"Ages ago but I never got round to telling you. I always forgot when we talked on the phone. I guess it all started whilst you we at Texas in September." He informed me. I nodded, thinking intently. Oh shit…that's when Levi phased. He didn't…did he? He couldn't have imprinted on him.

"That's awesome, Dyl. I'm glad you're getting on well. Will you be okay if I go talk to Levi for a sec?" I asked, gently. He eyed me suspiciously.

"Why? I didn't get him into trouble did I?" he asked, worriedly. I shook my head, smiling.

"No, I just want to ask him whether he's treating my little brother like he should." I assured him, punching his arm gently. He chuckled and nodded, watching me as I walked away towards the twins, who were standing with all the other wolves. Levi looked towards me as he saw me approach. He glanced over my shoulder to where Dyl was still standing before looking back at me. I cocked an eyebrow in question and his eyes widened, knowing what I was thinking.

"H-hey Billie how's college?" he asked, looking down. The other wolves, who clearly knew something was going on, glanced between us and I could see recognition in Sam and Jacob's eyes. They gave me looks of warning and I shrugged, looking back at Levi.

"It's good. How're you finding wolf-hood?" I asked. He shrugged and nodded.

"It's alright, I guess." He mumbled, suggesting he thought oppositely to what he was saying.

"You wanna come talk me a sec?" I asked, inclining my head towards the woods. He seemed hesitant, as if scare di was going to hurt him or something. I sighed. "I'm not going to do anything, Levi. I just want to talk."

"Oh…okay. Um, sure." He agreed, still hesitant. He began to walk towards the tree-line and I started to follow.

"Billie." Jacob called. I looked back at him. "Don't be too hard on him. You know he couldn't help it."

I sighed and giggled. "I'm not going to flip out. I just want to see it for myself. I don't mind it at all." I assured him and he nodded, placated.

Levi was already phased when I entered the fores.t I quickly moved behind a tall, wide tree and stripped down, rolling my head and shoulders to relax my muscles before thinking about my time apprehended by Tyron and Omar. Anger coursed through me and I arched forward, landing on my front paws.

Alright, Levi. How about you show me how it happened? Don't worry. I'm not bothered. I just want to see. I assured him mentally. He sighed and ran through his night at the beach. Tyler had gone out and he was feeling a little depressed with the phasing. I felt what he had when he looked at my little brother in the eyes

I felt that familiar urge to protect as well as make him happier than he'd ever been before. All I could feel from him was protectiveness and adoration. Nothing romantic whatsoever at the moment, if ever. I'm not sure why he'd imprinted on my little brother but I found myself relieved and happy that it was Levi and not someone else, like his twin brother. I knew that he'd be there when I couldn't be. Maybe that's why he'd imprinted...because he needed someone to be there when I wasn't? Huh, it was a theory. (AN: Thank you to I'm in the looney bin for that idea. I hadn't thought about it like that but I like it :D)

I don't feel that way about him, Billie. I doubt I ever will. I just want to make sure he stays safe and has someone to talk to whenever he needs it. I want him to be happy. Please don't be mad. Levi whined, sadly. I sent him all the reassurance that I could through our mind link and his body relaxed slightly. He hesitantly met my gaze.

It's fine, Levi. I don't know why you imprinted on him…as long as you're okay with it…and what it could possibly become in the future… I hedged, trying to coax out something he might want to tell me. His eyes widened and disgust coursed through our mind link. Would you mind? If something changed between you in the future? Listen, all I'm saying is that I don't want you be uncomfortable if Dyl, when he's older, maybe begins to feel something for you. It's possible, otherwise you probably wouldn't have imprinted. I'm not trying to be nosey, Levi. I just want to make sure that this is all okay with you.

His wolf body shuddered and his mind protested. Billie, please...I don't see him like that and like I said, I don't think I ever will. It just feels right being there for him, whilst you're away and in the future, I think I'd like to stay his big brither/ best friend type of thing...Besides...I'm straight. The mere thought of being with a guy like...that is just weird...

Easy Levi, I was just asking. I'm kinda glad that you feel that way. Although I wouldn't care if my little brother was gay, I would really love to meet the type of girl he brings home. I just want to say that I'm happy it was you who imprinted on him. I'm glad he has someone close to talk to whilst I'm away because I feel a little guilty leaving him here...so thanks. I told him, sincerely. He grinned at me and we parted ways to phase back and dress again. I came out from behind my tree and I was engulfed into a big hug.

"Thanks for understanding, B." he whispered in my ear and I pulled back, grinning.

"No problem, Lev. Come on, let's get back to the bonfire. Everyone'll be wondering where we are." I suggested, pulling his hand. He laughed.

"You mean Paul will be wondering where you are." He corrected. Eh, he wasn't that far off the mark. I giggled.

"Pretty much and I don't want him to come storming in here and dragging me back out. He might think something's going on, which is just disgusting." I chuckled, smirking back at him. He nodded his head in agreement.

Paul was watching the tree line when we reappeared and made a straight beeline towards me when I emerged. He scowled at the hand wrapped around Levi's and I rolled my eyes, giving Levi one last smile before letting go and meeting Paul halfway. His arms branded around my waist instantly, looking me over and inhaling.

"Chill out, Paul. We were just talking. You're awfully territorial." I giggled, leaning up for a kiss.

"Damn straight. You're mine." He growled, kissing me heatedly. I smiled into the kiss before breaking away.

"Yes, I'm yours; you're mine. We all know this. Just chill out." I repeated, smiling at him. "Come on, I'm hungry."

I pulled him towards the food table and made up a heaping plate. Paul made two and I grabbed some drinks, leading the way towards the bonfire that had been held in honor of our homecoming for the next two weeks. I think Mom and Aunt Emily were just excited to have us home again. Aunt Emily hadn't left Jennie's side, which meant Uncle Sam hadn't either. I noticed that Brandon looked a little shifty and nervous, glancing between Jennie and her father. It made me suspicious and I wondered what his problem was.

The bonfire was pretty much typical of every La Push/Wolf Pack bonfire. There was heaps of food, every wolf attending switched off to run a patrol sweep through the Reservation before returning to the party. The legends were told and they never ceased to amaze me, especially when they were now recited between Billy and Jacob, both of whom had powerful, amazing story-telling voices. Billy retold the older legends, the ones about Taha Aki and the Third Wife and such like whilst Jacob told us about the Great Newborn War that the older wolves had participated in with the Cullens as well as the Volturi threat against Nessie. My whole attention was riveted on him and his father.

Music was inevitably played and the alcohol came out after the elders had gone home. Those wolves who had retired, such as Sam and Jared, escorted their families home for the night and everyone who was still actively phasing stayed to enjoy the hard Moonshine liquor that was home brewed by none other than Old Quil. Mom and Dad, who was trying to quit phasing now that I'd begun, offered to take Ellie home for the night so that we, Paul and I, could enjoy the rest of it without having to worry about her. We graciously accepted and did exactly what we were told.

Paul alternated between dancing, drinking and spending time with his brothers. I danced a lot with Jennie, now that her parents had left her alone for the night and Livi of course. Brandon was still shifty but not as much with Sam's absence. It made me wonder even more. The whole night was an epic success and it was nice to just get away from everything and enjoy our time. Though, Paul didn't' allow our party to end after we got back to our house.

The rest of Spring Break was spent with the family. I took Dyl and Harry to Port Angeles to go shopping and just enjoy spending time with them. We went to the cinema and in the afternoon, I took them to the nearest leisure center and swam with them for a couple of hours. Paul met us out in Port Angeles with Ellie and Kwoli and we ate out at McDonald's (at the kid's insistence) before heading home at around seven thirty. To say that all of them were worn out would be an understatement. They all crashed out on the drive home and when we got to Mom and Dad's house, Paul and Dad carried the boys in to the beds.

I spent a whole day cooking with Aunt Emily and catching her up on college life. I told her about Walter and Caleb, saying that Walter had been amazing though Caleb, not so much. The wolves especially enjoyed coming around that day what with the amount of baked goods we had made. I spent a couple of days with Anna, sleeping over at her house like old times, though it was weird not having Paul beside me to cuddle up to. We had an amazing time and being there with her, it made me sad at how much I'd missed her. I couldn't wait until she started her senior year and graduated in year and a half.

A lot of our time was spent on the beach, swimming and sunbathing. Paul and I took advantage of the forests and reveled in our wolf forms after being without for so long. I mean, we still phased when we wanted to back in Texas but we had to find forests that were dense enough to conceal us. There was no problem with that here in La Push and it felt amazing to be phased on Native ground again. I couldn't explain it.

We did our fair share of patrolling though. It was the least we could do with Jacob allowing us four years off for college. He tried to argue but people should know that when I put my mind to something, it was hard to change it. He gave in eventually but it wasn't like I wouldn't have done it if he'd had said no.

Collin and his imprint, Zoe Costello, had announced their engagement halfway through spring break but both wanted to wait until she graduated, at least, until they got married. It hadn't stopped Zoe from planning every aspect of it, some of which I helped her with. I wanted her to have an amazing wedding because she was such a sweet girl, from what little time I'd spent with her before going off to college and her little sister was Ellie's best friend. I knew for a fact that Lillanna was one of her bridesmaids when the time came.

It was three days before Paul, Ellie and the rest of us were due to head back to Texas. I was cooking a massive meal for everyone and since it was a nice day, we were all eating outside. I was cooking a full roast with various sides to satisfy the wolf appetites that would be attending. Livi and Anna were helping me with the cooking btu Jennie was nowhere to be found. Even her parents hadn't seen her or Brandon for that matter and I was worried for the whole morning, wondering where they could be. I tried calling but nothing. Brandon wasn't picking up his phone either. I just hoped that they made an appearance later at the meal.

Ellie was at Mom and Dad's house whilst we got the day ready. Paul was cleaning and prepping the grill since we knew we'd have to cook a lot more meat than a large pork road, along with a large ham joint. Whilst cooking, I found myself missing my kitchen back in Texas and vaguely wondered whether we could replicate it here. It was rather big and between Paul and I, we had enough money to extend on the house as well. But that was far off yet. I'd revisit that topic in the future and ask what Paul thought about it.

"Baby, where's the can of petrol fluid for the grill?" Paul called out to me and I reached under the sink where I stood, grasping the bottle and throwing it out the window towards him. He caught it perfectly and winked in thanks.

"Where on earth is your cousin? She's been AWOL the entire day." Livi vented, glancing at the clock as she cut vegetable after vegetable. I shrugged, frowning in worry. "It's just like her to bail when we have so much work to do for this. Her sole kryptonite is cooking. No wonder she's disappeared."

I chuckled. "That is true. She hates cooking but I don't think that's it. She'd have called or something. She's with Brandon anyway so they've probably found some place to fuck like bunnies."

"Damn, I love it when you curse, Beautiful." Paul laughed, plastering up behind me to kiss the back of my neck. I giggled and pushed him back.

"Is that a fetish of yours, Paul? Kinky." Greg teased, grinning mischievously. Paul rolled his eyes.

"Anyway, I've gone with grill. We can start any time. When is everyone coming?" he asked, looking at the clock.

"Five. We've got an hour. Could you see if you can get through to Jen or B whilst you aren't doing anything? They should have been here by now. They should have been here three hours ago." I added, frowning to myself. He nodded and pecked my cheek.

"Yeah, sure. I'll just go shower and then call 'em. I'm sure their fine. If anything was wrong, someone would have howled or something." He assured me, stroking my hair before walking away. I smiled at him in thanks.

"Yeah, you're right." I conceded, going back to my jobs.

Everyone started arriving just before five and conjugated out in the back yard. The women stayed inside and helped me with the finishing touches to dinner but I soon sent them out back with their husbands and such. Jennie and Brandon were still absent and my worry had skyrocketed. Both Sam and Emily had said that they hadn't heard from them all day but something in their eyes told me that they knew something that I didn't. I eyed the both of them speculatively before shrugging and letting it go. If her parents were worried then why should I be?

Paul started the grill and musk was started for background noise. Ellie and the other kids were playing nearer the back of the yard on her jungle gym, the one Paul had installed for her when she first got here. The older kids stayed beside their fathers. I noticed Levi wasn't though, choosing instead to play with Dyl and the other kids. I smiled at that.

It was getting towards half five and I ended up making the two absentees a plate to store in the oven whilst the rest of us started the meal. I had no idea what was keeping them but still, Sam and Emily were at ease and smiling along with everyone else as laughter and chatter dominated throughout the yard.

We got several wishes of good luck and words of advice throughout the meal and barbeque. All of the our family was sad to see us go and we had one last briefing from Jacob. Uncle Embry had been acting a little strange since he and Aunt Violet showed up for dinner and he hadn't left her alone all evening. When I asked Jacob about it, he just smirked and told me to wait until later as they had something to say. Surely enough, at the end of the meal, Embry stood up whilst Violet looked up at him with adoration and pure love. He grinned down at her before addressing the whole congregation.

"Okay, so we've got some news. A couple of days ago, Vi found out she pregnant again. We've got a doctors appointment in a couple of days to check everything's alright." He announced, his eyes brimming with pride and happiness as he pulled Violet up to stand next to him. They were instantly surrounded with hugs and congratulations. I couldn't stop smiling

When it was my turn to congratulate the couple, I hugged my Uncle tightly. "I'm so happy for you guys! It's about time Lilly had someone to start arguing with." I teased, grinning at them both. They chuckled.

"Oh, she argues plenty with the other kids. I blame her mother's stubborn streak." Uncle Embry chuckled. Violet back slapped his chest. "But I know what you mean. I've been trying for ages but it's only just happened."

"Well, this is awesome. How did she take it, Lilly? When you told her?" I asked, curiously. Violet rolled her eyes.

"How else do you think she took it? She demanded a baby brother and then pranced away to play with erh dolls. I think that's a positive reaction, don't you?"

I laughed. "Yeah, as long as you have a boy." I replied. They both laughed and then was ripped away for more hugs and kisses.

"Oh my God, where the hell have you been? You've missed the meal!" Livi shouted across the yard as the side gate opened and the two absentees stepped through, grinning like idiots and seeming to be in a world of their own. Aunt Emily instantly raced towards them, practically skipping as she bombarded her daughter with questions. I followed her lead, wondering what the deal was and stood before my best friend and cousin, hands on my hips as I stared at her with a cocked eyebrow.

"I take the time to make us all a nice meal and you don't even have decency to attend? Explain yourself, Woman." I demanded, only half joking. She didn't seem apologetic one single bit as she stepped back into Brandon's awaiting arms. She looked happier than I'd ever seen her before.

"Oh, B, you will not believe that happened that night!" she screamed, bouncing in his arms. He laughed and then addressed me.

"I'm sorry, B. I commandeered her for the night. We went to Seattle, actually. I asked her to marry me and-"

"Guess what!" Jennie interrupted, screaming. My eyes widened along with my grin as they searched out her left hand. Sure enough, a beautiful diamond sat at the top, glistening in the twilight. "I SAID YES! I'M GETTING MARRIED, BITCH!"

"OH MY GOD! Jennie that is frickin' amazing! When? Where? Oh my God!" I gushed, rushing forwards to hug her tightly and jump around together for a little bit. We were both giggling like maniacs. Then I pulled back and stared at her ring. I grinned widely. "That is beautiful. I'm so happy for you guys!"

"Thanks. She totally didn't expect it." Brandon laughed as I hugged him. "Her reaction was quite funny."

I cringed at the thought. "Oh God, what did she do?" I groaned, glancing at Jennie, who was blushing.

"Called me a 'fucking dick' for surprising her like that and then she said 'you've got to be fucking kidding me. You better not have a fucking knocked me up'." He informed me, smirking at his girlfr- no, his fiancée. She blushed harder as I stood there in hysterics. "I mean, how would I know that she's pregnant? I'm not the one with the wolf hearing and all that. We kinda had a little tiff about whether or not she was pregnant and when I'd had enough, I kinda screamed 'Do you wanna get married or not?' She kinda attacked me, said yes. I put the ring on and then we fucked.

"All in all a very good night for me." He gloated, grinning down at me. I was practically on the floor crying now and Paul came over, lifting me up with an amused smile on his face. Laughter danced in his eyes as well and I knew that he'd heard the story too. Jennie was redder than I'd ever seen anyone and that just made me laugh harder.

"Th-That has to b-be that funniest…the funniest engagement story I've ever h-heard." I cried, wiping my eyes. Jennie huffed and folded her arms, scowling at me.

"Well…just shut it, okay? It's unique." She excused. I cocked an eyebrow at her.

"It's epic. Wait 'til everyone else hears." I giggled. She flipped me off.

Everyone congratulated the newly engaged couple as much as they had Embry and Violet. The party had even more things to celebrate about now and boy, did we celebrate. Most of the wolf girls were slightly tipsy and for once, it was the wolves who were gathering everything and their children to get ready to go instead of the girls. I hugged everyone goodbye, hearing their last goodbyes if they weren't able to see us any soon than Sunday morning (our flight was at 7 in the morning. Good times.)

Once everyone went home and there was only Paul and I left here at the house, we started tidying the place up. Ellie had been in bed long ago so we didn't have to worry about wandering eyes as we kissed, smelled and practically groped each other all around the garden and kitchen whilst we worked. He may or may not have taken me against the sink…and the kitchen counter…and he was going to have to work on getting the dent out the fridge tomorrow before anyone saw it but eventually, we finished cleaning and headed to bed, where he made love to me numerous times.

So there you have it, guys! I know that this chapter was a little short but I want to get the college part over with so that I can carry on with the plot. Whose happier for the expecting parents and the newly-engaged?

I hope you all enjoyed it! I need some reviews guys otherwise I don't know whether you want me to continue! Thanks!

I also hope that my plan for the next five chapters is alright with you guys or whether you want me to do anything different. Tell me in a review!

The next chapter will be Sophomore year! And a special day of the year where love is most important :D Expect some lemonade ;D

Love,
MrsWolfPack
x