Chapter 13: But my hands can't reach you

A/N: This chapter is more or less getting into the thick plot of things. So bear with me :O

Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter or Twilight

"It will be as if I never existed."

"The Order will contact you if we feel your position as been comprised."

Too much.

The room was slowly getting brighter. Dawn was upon Forks and Isabella Swan couldn't sleep. She hadn't slept since Friday, the night everything changed. Bags were deep under her eyes, but she paid no attention. She just went through the motions. It was Sunday. School would be starting soon, a distraction from the pain, the fear, and the loneliness.

"It will be as if I never existed."

"The Order will contact you if we feel your position as been comprised."

Too much.

The sun had full lit the kitchen. Her tea was cold within her hands, but she still didn't move. Her body felt stiff, heavy even. The thing she wanted most was the twins, but that was far from happening. The order will contact you…she had to wait.

"Bella?" Charlie's voice broke through the calm of the morning. He had been worried about her since the day she disappeared. He felt he owed Sam Uley everything. Sam had found his daughter after all. He wasn't sure he could handle losing her again. Now that she was back in his life, she was his everything.

"Good Morning, dad," Bella smiled, but it didn't met her eyes. It hadn't for the last couple of days. Dead to the world, that was the look that filled her. Fear also filled her, she would be shaking half the time and wouldn't be able to stop. School couldn't come soon enough. A distraction was exactly what she needed, but school wouldn't last long. Just this week and she was done.

Charlie tried not to shake his head. He couldn't help but notice she had fallen back into formalities. She was back to being proper and lifeless. "Hey kiddo," He took a seat next to her. "Care to go down to the rez today? I plan on going fishing, but I'm sure Jake will be around." He said hopefully. He watched her carefully as her eyes lit up ever so slightly.

"I think that would be swell." And she meant it, her first real smile since Wednesday.

They didn't head down to La Push until eight in the morning. Bella had been up since four. She felt like it would be a long day, but she didn't mind. She'd be with Jacob, surely that would be worth it. Excitement filled her as they got closer and closer. Apparently they were all meeting at the Blacks, they being Charlie, Harry Clearwater, and obviously Billy. They were all going to head out for the day. But when they got there it looked like Charlie was the only one there. He didn't seem to care he walked straight up to the door and knocked.

"Charlie! You're a little early." Billy greeted warmly as he slid open the door to welcome his good friend into his home.

"I happened to bring someone with me," Charlie took a step aside revealing an exhausted looking Bella.

"Morning Billy!" Bella smiled weakly, but she couldn't fool anyone right now. She looked so drained, Billy couldn't help but frown.

That cold one did a number on her. "Bella, you are looking well." He lied, hoping to boost her confidence. "Why don't you go get Jacob, he's still asleep." Billy wheeled aside and let Bella in.

"Thanks," She said unsure of herself as she wondered into the house and headed for Jacob's room. She knew where it was from the last couple of visits but it felt strange going into his room. She almost felt guilty waking him up. She slowly opened the door, attempting not to wake him just yet. Bella let out a soft sigh, he looked so peaceful sleeping there, even if his feet hung off the edge of the bed. His hair was tangled all around him. She couldn't help but reach out and touch it.

"Wha—" Jacob woke up feeling there was someone over him. He shot up at once, his head collided with something hard. He grabbed onto his forehead as it throbbed in pain.

"Ow," Bella muttered as she sat down on the floor clutching her right eye. Jacob's head landed right into it. That's probably going to bruise, she thought darkly.

"Oh fuck, Bella are you okay?" Jacob quickly got out of bed, seeing Bella clutching her eye. "Let me see it." He asked quickly as he lightly attempted to pull her hands away from her eye.

Bella's eyes widened as she saw Jacob. He was just in his boxer's. She let out a scream before covering her eyes and her now reddened face.

"Bella?" he asked worried as she turned away. He reached out and grabbed her. "It's alright—"He started but she cut him off.

"You're naked," She said weakly, still hiding.

Jacob let out a bark of a laugh. "I can get naked, but believe me Bells, this isn't naked."

Bella shrieked, "Not that's alright." She cowered even farther into her hands. Attempting to ignore the rustle and shift taking place behind her. She was hoping and praying Jacob was putting clothing on and not taking what little he had left off.

"You can turn around, I promise I'm dressed." Jacob put a gentle hand on Bella's shoulder. He couldn't help but smile at her innocence, it made her so adorable. And here she was the first thing he woke up too. Today would be a great day.

"Are you sure?" She asked gingerly as she slowly peeled her hands away from her face.

"I dunno, you might need to check for me." Jacob chuckled.

Bella did indeed turn around, but slapped him lightly on the arm. "You will be the death of me."

"My greatest achievement then," He grinned. "Anyways, what brings you here Bella?" He questioned as he took a seat on his bed, still feeling slightly groggy. He couldn't help but look over at the clock on his bedside table, 8:10. He tried not to sighed, it could be worse, at least Bella was here.

"Dad's fishing today, he wanted me out of the house." She shrugged and took a seat next to Jacob. She was hoping and praying he wouldn't bring Edward up. She truly did care for him and now that he was gone she felt a hole. But it was more than a hole in her heart. She was filled with fear and now felt so alone. Bella didn't just lose Edward that night, she lost hope as well. Dumbledore was helping to protect her, but what would become of her now? Would she be taken back to England? Would it really matter anymore? Yes, it would matter. She had friends here too. She would never see them again. Jacob, Jessica, Mike, Angela, Ben, Eric…all of them mattered to her. And Charlie, Charlie mattered too.

"Oh," Jacob said softly noticing her eyes. They were puffy and looked exhausted. She really did care for the Cullen's more than she let on. But what else was that in her eyes? He couldn't pinpoint it. Whatever it was he didn't like it. He just wanted to take her pain and suffering away.

"Maybe we could hang out with Embry and Quill today. I'd like that a lot." Bella suggested quickly before he could say anything unpleasant. She paused, he made an acrid face. Obviously he didn't like that idea. "I mean only if you want too. I'm imposing on you…so we can do whatever you want. If you want to go back to be—"

Jacob cut her off. She was cute when she was rambling but he didn't want to upset her even more. "Hanging out with Embry isn't really an option right now, but we can hang out with Quill at a decent hour."

"What do you mean?" Bella frowned, taking in the information thrown at her.

"It's early in case you missed that. It's one thing to wake me up, but wake Quill up at this hour too? Let's be reasonable, Bella." Jacob couldn't help but smile. He reached out and grabbed her hand and held it tightly. He was glad she didn't want to be alone. He could help cheer her up. That was his number one priority.

"No, I realize that." She shook her head and stared down at their hands. She felt oddly comforted by the two hands being intertwined. She didn't object, instead she held on tightly afraid to let go, at least for now. "Why can't we hang out with Embry?"

Jacob frowned, something he didn't do too often. Bella noticed right away and couldn't help but frown as well. It had to have been serious. "On Tuesday he just stopped going to school. Quill and I just figured he was sick. But by Thursday he wasn't back yet, so we called the house and were told he was just really ill. Still no word and this isn't like Embry, he never gets sick. And when he does get sick, he's better in a day." Jacob furrowed his brow and looked truly upset. "The whole thing just feels messed up." He sighed. And it was messed up. Something just wasn't right. It all felt so wrong.

Bella didn't know what to say, she gave Jacob's hand a tight squeeze then got up off the bed. "I'm sure it will all work out." She smiled reassuringly and headed for the door. "Come on, since it's so early and I woke you up the least I can do is make you breakfast."

Jacob couldn't argue with that. He shot up at once and headed for the kitchen with her. It looked like Billy, Charlie, and Harry all left already and were already fishing.

"Hmmm, what should I make you?" Bella looked around the kitchen thoughtfully.

"Bells, you really don't have to make me anything. How about—" Jacob dove into the freezer and pulled out some toaster strudels. "These, they are the best."

Bella raised an eyebrow and stared at them. She was always surprised had the different things Muggles did to make cooking easier. She couldn't help but wonder if Wizards who didn't have house elves did it this way too. "Sure," She said unsure of herself.

Jacob grinned and threw several into the toaster then ushered her to take a seat at the counter. "It's supposed to be a nice day."

"You mean…like no rain?" Bella's eyes widened with excitement. It had been raining straight for the last two weeks. Her features felt light. She hadn't felt that in days. She really needed to lighten up and she knew it. Worrying herself sick wouldn't get her anywhere, besides if anything did happen she really didn't have control over the situation.

"Yes, I was thinking maybe we could go down to the beach." He asked hopeful.

"I'd love that." Bella smiled, "We could have a little picnic there."

"We can't eat too much though, I bet Billy and Charlie will bring back a ton of fish." Jacob laughed.

"The Clearwater's will be here for dinner won't they? Seth was just adorable last time." Bella recalled. Seth was a little ball of energy at the Christmas party, but Leah on the other hand, the daughter had seemed really closed up. She didn't pay attention to anyone around her and sat there on the phone the whole time. She really couldn't put her finger on it but just the look in Leah's eyes was that of shear pain and sorrow. It broke her heart just to look at her.

"I see how it is." Jacob pouted, "You just want to spend time with everybody else but me. First Embry and Quill, now Seth. You can't get rid of me fast enough."

Bella through a sharp glare, "I never said that Jacob." She shook her head as the toaster popped. He couldn't help but notice her little display of excitement as the toaster popped. She seemed amazed by it and watched gingerly as Jacob prepared breakfast. She was never like this when they were children.

The two of them ate their meal in silence before they packed some things to head down to the beach. Jacob carried everything and insisted that Bella just relax. She was having a rough week as far as he was concerned and he wanted to do anything he could to lighten her load. Together the two of them walked laughing and teasing each other the whole way to first beach. When they finally made it there, they set up a blanket far enough from the tide, where they let the early sun bask around them. Jacob ended up falling asleep while Bella looked up at the sky in amusement. It was great in her mind to see the sun again. She couldn't help but watch the blue sky and the fluffy white clouds sail by. She had her thoughts on Hogwarts. What could her friends possibly be doing right now? It was eleven in the morning for her, but it was the evening for them. How were they taking Dumbledore's death? She would assume not so well. Harry was a lot closer than she ever was, but even she felt empty at the thought.

"What are you thinking about?" Jacob asked suddenly making Bella jump. She still thought he was sleeping, but apparently he was watching her every move.

"Me?" She said softly as her thoughts slowly drifted back to where she was.

"No, the other Bella," Jacob rolled his eyes, causing Bella to laugh.

"About home," She said truthfully.

"Back in New York?" He asked, curiously.

Bella hesitated. If he only knew she wasn't from New York. She wishes she could tell him. Just something about him makes her want to tell him. Everything about him felt so at home. She felt so safe with him…no she couldn't tell him the truth. "Yeah, I left a lot of friends behind."

He was surprised. He thought for sure her thoughts would be on Edward and how he left her. Billy had said she was heartbroken the night the Cullen's left, but she didn't seem it right now. Especially not right now if she was thinking of home. "You have friends? I find that hard to believe." Jacob teased, earning himself a punch in the arm.

"I was a real social butterfly you know." Bella stretched out and sat up to look at Jacob in the eyes. He looked curious, and happy as the sun traced across his bronze face.

"Really?" He asked as he started to put his long hair up in the ponytail. It was truly a beautiful day.

"Yeah," She turned away from him and looked upon the horizon at the rising and falling of the waves. "I actually got my fair share of detentions. The one detention I actually deserve was when I punched my brother in the face." Bella said proudly.

"You had a brother?" Jacob looked at her in surprise. She was being really opened. A side of her he hadn't really seen yet. Usually he did all the talking, but this time it seemed she wanted to focus her attention on herself. Maybe she was more heart broken then he thought. She obviously wants to get something off her chest.

"Step-brother," She corrected, even though she knew it was a complete lie. "It was in the lunchroom. He said I couldn't hang out with Harry Potter, a close friend of mine." Bella sighed lightly as the memory played in her head.

Crystal was just about to reach out for some pumpkin juice when her hand was jerked away suddenly.

"Crystal, what the hell do you think you are doing?" Theodore, her brother, hissed in her ear.

"I'm eating breakfast." She said coolly throwing a glance over at Harry, Ron, and Hermione before turning around and glaring at her brother.

"No, get up right now. This behavior is unacceptable." He growled and pulled her up to stand. She attempted to fight but he was so much stronger than her. She let a sigh escape her lips.

"You are not in control of me." She said smoothly. Her eyes were locked fiercely on her brothers, but he didn't flinch. He was far too use to harsh glares and threats. He was a pureblood after all and a Slytherin.

"Be it may, you are still under the Nott household. And you will not be disgracing it with your foolish and selfish ways." He grabbed her arm and started pulling her to the Slytherin table, but Crystal wouldn't have that. She quickly ripped her arm out of her brother's reach and looked at him with flaring nostrils. She was furious. Not saying a word she pulled her arm back and punched him straight in the nose. There was a sickening crack as blood spew to the floor, gasps filled the great hall, and Crystal let out a satisfying sigh.

She laughed finishing up the story. She left out any part that would give away her being a witch or the school being a wizarding school, but Jacob was still amused none the less. He was laughing right along with her.

"I'm surprised a dainty and proper girl such as yourself knows how to throw a punch." He said through laughs.

"Care to find out?" She rolled her eyes, thoroughly enjoying his company.

"No, I'm sure you would hurt yourself more than you would hurt me." Jacob said confidently.

"Anything to keep your masculinity, right?" She shook her head.

"Sure, sure." Jacob said while quickly standing up. "I'm getting a little bit hungry, should we go get Quill?"

"That would be lovely." Bella smiled and started packing up the blanket.

Together the two of them headed to the local store. It was a day well spent. Bella couldn't stop laughing at Quill and Jacob, though she would admit it wasn't the same without Embry. Last time the three of them were having so much fun showing off to her she thought her cheeks would never heal from laughing, but this time it just felt like something was missing. It was still great fun as they laughed and threw cheetoes at each other. The skies were on their side the whole time. Not even once did the clouds gather and form rain. It was the perfect day out on the beach. A lot of people thought so too. They didn't end up being the ones down by the water. Several other people from the Rez ended up showing up, all of them basking in the beautiful sun.

By 2 though, the boys were starting to get tired. Bella was a little upset as they stretched out on the blanket, leaving her to stare at the ocean. She let them rest for a while before she grabbed Jacob's hand, of which he protested.

"Come on lazy butt," She whined attempting to pull him up, but he was so much stronger than her. He didn't say anything rather he pulled his hand out of his reach and went back to laying down. Bella pouted slightly, before grabbing onto Quill's hand. "Since Jacob is being mean, come with me Quill." She asked with her winning smile. Quill didn't object. He got up with her with a grin.

"Follow me," She smirked, but that smirk quickly faded. A breeze flew by her and she felt that familiar wave of magic fly by her. She would recognize it anywhere. It was ancient magic, no doubt. She dropped Quill's hand and turned to her left where she knew the magic was coming from. What she saw, wasn't what she was expecting. Neither was it what Quill expected either.

"What the fuck," He muttered, causing Jacob to look up. In one quick motion Jacob was standing up next to Quill and Bella, looking just as upset as Quill.

Bella followed her eyes to what they were staring at. She noticed Sam right away, his face still vivid in her mind from the other night. She looked around him.

Embry.

Her eyes looked at both Jacob and Quill, they looked livid. She calmly put a hand on their chest and pushed them away. She didn't like the magic she felt from those boys. Whether it was Embry or not, it wasn't right.

"No," Jacob said angrily as he pushed her arm down and looked at Quill, they both nodded and looked like they were heading for Sam and his friends.

Bella, feeling her stomach drop greatly, didn't know what to do. She didn't want them running over there. They had no idea of the magic that was coming from them. "Come on, let's go back to the house." She said, but her words had no effect. They were still staring at the group. Both of them were wearing scowls and they began to call out for Embry, who was walking away with Sam's group ignoring them completely. She felt bad and confused at the way Embry was acting, but he was no longer the same. She could feel it. He seemed extremely different. Not just in his short hair, but his presence as well.

What bothered her the most wasn't Embry, it was the way Sam and the two other figures looked at Jacob. It was like they were expecting something from him. Her eyes narrowed as she watched them walk away. A shiver ran through her spine. Jacob and Quill had already left her, they were yelling profanities at Embry, but he wasn't paying any attention. He just walked away with Sam.

Several moments had passed as she was lost in her thoughts before she realized that Jacob and Quill were long gone. She was left completely alone on the beach. Looking around she felt the familiar sinking feeling start to take place. Her heart began to shrink into darkness and her body began to shake in fear. Bella shook her head, she couldn't do this. Death Eaters were not going to come now. She had to stay positive and besides if they did come there was nothing she could do now. She sniffled back tears and started to clean up the picnic. She'd have to go back up the house. The boys would figure it out from there. Silently she took the trek back to the house, keeping her eyes peeled for the boys, but she didn't seem them. Where had they wondered off too? She couldn't imagine.

The Order will contact you if we feel your position has been compromised.

Once she got back to the house, it was clear that everyone was back from fishing. From the looks of it Harry, Charlie, and Billy were already in the kitchen cleaning up some fish when she walked into the house. It was then she realized that tears had silently streaked down her face. She quickly wiped them away and threw on a smile as she made her way into the kitchen.

"Welcome back Bells," Charlie greeted warmly. "Where are the boys?" He asked noticed it was just her.

"Truthfully, I have no idea." Bella responded well looking around the room. Harry was standing over the skin cleaning out the fish while Billy was placing them in a pan and Charlie seemed to be seasoning them. Over in the corner of the room sat Seth, who looked delighted that Bella was there, though he kept peeping around hoping to see Jacob no doubt. She wondered where Leah was, but then she noticed Sue sitting close by with a warm smile. Maybe Leah wasn't here, Bella didn't blame her, she was sour last time. "We ran into Embry," She started, noticing Billy and Harry both looked at her when she said Embry. "And they just kind of up and ran away from me."

Charlie was upset at those words, "They just left you there alone?" He said through what seemed to be gritted teeth.

"It's fine Dad, I'm a big girl. I wasn't planning on getting lost on the Rez. Besides there were enough people around that if I did get lost, I could get help. Not like those squirrels, they were no help." Bella laughed. She doubted that's what Charlie was worrying about, but still. After what happened earlier in the week, she didn't want to seem like she couldn't take care of herself. Because she could, her getting lost was a due to a mixture of things.

Billy and Harry chuckled, but Charlie scowled under his breath. Bella couldn't help but roll her eyes. Sometimes Charlie felt a bit over protective of her. Or it could just be she wasn't used to being protected at all by her real father. Whatever the reason she gave him a warm smile before heading over by Seth. Together the two of them headed outside and talked out on the deck. Surprisingly the two of them had a lot of fun. He was telling her all about school and his friends there. She couldn't help but be amazed at how light hearted he was. It was about another two hours until Jacob and Quill came back. They looked as flustered as ever. They didn't even talk to Seth and Bella at first. But finally, Seth's good hearted nature brought them to speak.

"What happened?" Bella asked after they had finally warmed up a bit and grew out of their dark mood.

"Embry was with Sam, there's not much more too it." Quill shook his head and stared off into the tree line.

"What's so bad about Sam?" She asked innocently. She honestly didn't see anything wrong with him. He saved her when she was lost in the woods. He couldn't be all that bad right? His heart seemed to be in the right place, even if he was surrounded by magic.

Jacob looked up from his soda can, which he had been staring into vigorously. He looked at Bella as a disgusted sound came from the back of his throat. "He started The La Push gang." He said.

Bella's eyes widened. Like Death Eaters…she thought almost at once. But shook her head, no they couldn't be that bad. There was no way. "A gang?" She said softly, causing Jacob to laugh.

"Not like that. I swear they're like hall monitors gone bad. They don't start fights, they keep the peace." He snorted. Quill rolled his eyes in agreement as Seth sat there staring off, as if the topic was touchy with him too. "There was this guy from up somewhere by the Makah rez, big guy too, scary-looking. Well, word got around that he was selling meth to kids, and Sam Uley and his disciples ran him off our land. They're all about our land, and tribe pride…it's getting ridiculous. The worst part is the council takes them seriously. They actually meet with Sam." Jacob shook his head with resentment.

"Leah," Seth said timidly, "Said they call themselves 'protectors' or something like that."

"Then I presume you guys don't like him very much." Bella sighed and took in the group. Jacob had his fisted balled up as he crushed his soda can. Quill's eyes were dark and narrowed still at the tree line. Seth looked thoroughly annoyed and for the first time a smile didn't trace upon his lips.

"He used to date Leah, but he up and left her." Seth said quietly.

Bella nodded, that explained a lot. "He really can't be that bad." She said, almost defending Sam. She owed him a lot after he found her. Or at least that's how she felt. She could have been left out there to die, or wither. Who knows if anyone would have found her or not? "He did find me." She said softly.

Jacob snorted, "I know." He said darkly. "Like I said they aren't really a gang. More so of goody-goodies, the type that get on your nerves."

"So you don't like the good guys," Bella grinned. "You're one of the bad guys."

"Yeah right, like Jacob is some kind of tough guy." Quill rolled his eyes and chuckled.

"Shut up you moron." Jacob growled and punched Quill in the arm. "I am extremely bad."

It was Bella's turn to laugh. "Too bad I like the good guys."

Jacob was about to respond but the back door opened and Sue popped out announcing it was time for food. All other thoughts were lost as the already large boys bound up and headed straight for the kitchen. Seth and Bella exchanged laughs before they headed up as well. It was a great dinner. Everyone had a great time, even Leah who came a little later. She wasn't as sour, but she still was pretty bitter. They had finished eating a while ago, when Bella noticed a flash of an owl outside the window. She was getting pretty tired, so she announced she wanted to get some fresh air and headed out the back onto the deck. There was an owl, she didn't imagine it. Reaching out she took the letter and glanced around her shoulder as the owl flew off. She didn't want anyone to get wind of what she was about to read. Or the fact that an owl delivered the letter…

When she made sure the coast was clear she opened it and read it rapidly.

Crystal,

I shouldn't be sending this. As you probably already know, Dumbledore is dead. I am not sure if you know the details, but Snape killed him. I'm telling you this because it was Snape who put you into hiding, meaning you are in more danger then you think. I just want you to be ready to defend yourself. You cannot come back to England, the war here is strong and I don't want you stuck on the wrong side. If I could come and keep you in hiding I would. Just please keep a low profile. Should you end up back in England, I will get wind of it. Things are changing, I can tell.

Stay safe.

Love,

Fred.

After she finished reading it, the letter burned itself. She blinked at where it was as the tears streaked down her face. Her eyes traced up to the moon, as she heard movement in the house. Someone was calling her name. She ignored it and ran. She didn't want to be around people after what she just read. Her feet took her all the way into Jacob's shed where anger, frustration, fear, and sadness started to overwhelm her. She closed the door tightly and began to take in the surroundings. She felt sick. This wasn't how it was supposed to be. She was tucked away safe from the war. But what did she expect? She would be found eventually and with no memories of Draco what could she provide? She couldn't lie to them forever. She didn't want to be the poster girl for the 'new' order that Voldemort was calling for.

Bella let out a strangled cry as she reached out and began to throw the many muggle instruments around the room. She couldn't explain what took over her, but she wanted to destroy stuff. She threw many things on the floor, tipped several tables. Each time it seemed that the crash was louder than the last. She didn't care though, she just threw and threw until the room was in a total disarray. Her body finally gave way to the stress and she found herself crumpled on the floor next to what she thought was a wrench. She reached out and held it in her hand, finally succumbing to the sobs.

"Bella?" Jacob's voice peeped into the shed. Bella let out a silent sob as she lifted her head up to she Jacob turn on the light. "What happened?" He asked as he looked around. His eyes finally rested on Bella who was curled up on the floor still holding a wrench. "Are you okay?"

"Yeah, I slightly lost my temper." She whispered.

Jacob looked at her strangely before taking a seat next to her. "You're crying," It wasn't a question, it was a statement.

Bella looked at him straight in the eye and held up the wrench. "Is this really a wrench, or was I just calling it that in my head and that's not even a real word?" She sniffled and ignored his statement.

He let out a weak laugh. "Yes that's a wrench. Now what's the matter?" He asked as he reached out and wiped her cheeks clear of tears.

She shifted her weight and sat up. Leaning in closely to Jacob she whispered, "Can you keep a secret?" She asked softly.

"Yes," He smiled, even though his heart was breaking from her tear stained eyes. This was probably from that disgusting Cullen. He broke her heart and if he ever saw him again, he would rip him to shreds.

"I got a letter on Friday, a mentor of mine died." She worded it carefully. She wanted to spill her guts, but she knew she couldn't. No matter how sweet and trustworthy Jacob was, she had to keep the truth hidden.

"I'm sorry," Jacob said truthfully, though a part of him was glad it wasn't about Cullen.

"No, don't be. I just really think Edward had a rotten time to leave me too." Bella said truthfully. "I'm really sorry about your shed. I was taught to keep my emotions inside and remain calm at all times, but I find that's always my downfall. I truly know how to let it destroy me."

"Don't worry about it, as long as you're feeling better that's all that matters." Jacob smiled warmly, but deep down inside cursing Edward.

"I'll be over every day cleaning this up, if you'll let me. I have nothing else to do this summer." Bella grabbed the wrench and handed it to Jacob. "Deal?"

"Sure, sure." He smiled warmly. Maybe this summer wasn't going to be so bad after all.