A/N: I DO NOT ANY OF THE TWILIGHT CHARACTERS I DO OWN THE PLOT & MY OC WITHIN THE STORY. Be aware that Profanity is Present.
So some of you are probably confused as to Cassie's other name Sandy. So her name is Cassandra but Sandy is a nickname that Charlie has had for her ever since he met her at Bella's wedding. As to the reason behind the name change with Bella and Cassie, I will explain that in a later chapter! Thanks for the review and I promise to let this Cookout end soon. I just wanted you to see the different perspectives of the characters. Other than that, Enjoy!
Charlie POV Saturday - June 28th
When I first asked Bella to sing I didn't think much on it because I know how she enjoys it. However, I did forget to take into account how nervous she might be having to perform in front of group she just met. I could tell she was getting a bit panicky until Justin showed up of course, I don't think that man knows how much my daughter really values his presence. Watching the four of them perform together took me back to her wedding day, I remember Jayson singing this melody to her with his two brothers as back up. She was so happy then, beaming with such pride at the man she called her husband but now as I listen to the words to this 'Small Bump' song I am taken aback. She lost a lot, her mom, step-dad, husband, daughter, and an unborn child. All I can wonder is how this all came to be? How did I fail to protect her from all this pain and sorrow? I feel so helpless knowing I could do nothing to save her. Instead of overwhelming myself in grief I take her into my awaiting arms and hold her close to give us both a sense of relief.
Just when things were calming down we all hear a voice in the background, I don't know if they were trying to be loud or quiet but it was uncalled for. "I'm sorry Emily, what were you saying?!" That's when I see a Saraia, Sam's younger sister, I like her she is like Leah in a way she sticks up for herself and those she cares deeply for. All I can hear are incoherent mumbles coming from Sam's ex when Saraia asks again, "What was that I didn't quite hear what you said?" I wonder what she's going on about I mean I'm pretty sure she can hear what the native woman is saying, so what is the real issue? When I feel Bella step away from me I look down in question to see tear streaks rolling down her face. She then looks at me with such pain before she answers for the mumbling Emily, "She said that it's bad enough that I stole her Sammy from her but now here I am a married pale face bitch trying to take her Aunt Sue's husband too. She wants to know how I could be of any interest to the Chief unless I'm really good at fucking him like a disgusting white whore that I am." What the fuck! She dare speak about my daughter that way, about me! And fucking each other? That's abominable! Before I can say anything about the young lady's absurd outburst there are 3 things that happen. Justin and Sam both stand up and start growling murderously towards the rude woman while there are 3 pack members each trying to hold them back from accomplishing such a task. Then there is Seth and Joseff who are trying to prevent a raging Cassie from kicking some native ass, while Bella who a moment ago was standing before me only to suddenly appear in front of Emily, blocking her in a protective stance. How did she move that fast? Sue's niece is at least 25 feet away from where I am standing and Sam is much closer to the bitter woman than we were. "STOP!", it's a command, a soothing but strong command from my daughter. Her eyes are closed and you can still see the flowing tears glistening on her face. When she opens her eyes I see deadliness, those same eyes I remember from years ago when Cullen left her in the woods. "Justin, Sandy… Samuel? You will not harm this woman. Do You Understand Me!" The three she just named stop shaking from outrage only to stare at her in bewilderment. "She is a human, Sam's fiance, and Sue's family. You two know what that means so you will not harm her in any way is that understood?" Justin and Cassie look very unhappy but comply. Sam is not as satisfied though, "That Woman is NOT my Fiance nor will she EVER be. I will NOT take you Disrespecting a pack mate, know your place Emily if not I will show you where your place is!" The man is clearly trying to control his wolf while Justin looks ready to kill the Quileute Alpha, man they all need to calm the fuck down and talk! Are wolves always this bad?
"Emily had a point Sam" Remembering the nonsense that my daughter just voiced I turn to my wife in complete disturbance, I can't believe what she is saying! "What I want to know is why my husband thinks it's okay to comfort some strange woman instead of letting her husband do it?" Husband? But Jayson is dead, she makes no sense at all what the fuck are they talking about! "My Husband?" Belle whispers in complete turmoil. By the looks showing on Sam and Justin's face this isn't going to end well for anybody, God my Bella has dealt with enough shit already, now this. "Sue! What are you implying?" I would never look at another woman than her. Why would she even think it? "Only what every other person here can see besides you Charlie! She's practically throwing herself at you! She's married for goodness sakes!"And in one swift movement my daughter collapsed but Sam is there to catch her right before she hits the ground. "WE ARE DONE HERE." Justin is speaking towards the pack now. It's eerie silent as he approaches my unconscious daughter. Sam is just looking down at her with such love and worry. "JoJo, take the girls home I think it's about time the Alpha and I have a talk." Growling is emitted from Sam but Justin is having none of that, he gently takes Bella from the man and places her into his brothers awaiting arms. "Cassie, take the Chief home as well. I will not have him come to harm because of this nonsense." I go to argue, that I should be here with my wife but the look in the young girl's eyes makes me shut up. "Why would you choose that tramp over my aunt!? I hear Emily's accusations and I can't help the words that burst out of my mouth, "SHE'S NOT A TRAMP! SHE'S MY FAMILY!" Shock is planted on all of their faces but I don't care right now, "Just… Just forget it." All I could do was stare at them with such disappointment. "Sandy, Now!" She nods and starts leading me towards the car. Walking away from my wife only to follow my daughter's unresponsive form. Man, I can't wait till everyone knows the truth, this is killing me.
Unknown POV Saturday - June 28th
The man enters his office in complete calmness, "It is time. He has come and confirmed that the men are seeing her, she will tell them all the information she knows. Are you prepared?" Sighing aloud I go to stand, "Yes, the girl is getting restless. We will leave at sun break she still needs her rest. Let the other two know what is happening. We should reach there no sooner than Tuesday afternoon. That should be a sufficient time for introductions don't you think?" He just chuckles at my attempt of amusement. "I'm not sure how welcomed we will be but my girl does love a grand entrance." With that said he leaves the room only to look back quickly before he speaks once more. "I will protect my mate till the death, you understand that right. Family or not, she is my only priority now." Nodding to him in understanding he finally disappears. Guess a phone call is in order.
Justin POV Saturday - June 28th
Over the years of knowing our little Bellie I have never felt such fury to shield her. Yes, there was last years incident but that was something entirely different. This Alpha he radiates power, strength, and peace. However that means very little to me when I am protecting what is mine and Bellie is my sister, my family, my brother's wife. I had come to learn that the leader and her actually started some type of friendship this past week which caused me to become very guarded. I made the Chief and Jayson a promise, to protect her with my life and I will. I would do that for any of my family members and Charlie is an extension of Bellie so he is pack. But this so called assumptions and accusations is just too much. Now I am far from pissed! I'm fucking murderous! I waited till Joseff drove away to start talking, I didn't want Cassie hearing any of what I had to say. I took that small amount of time to try and calm my wolf down because at the moment he wants blood for the disrespect our sister was shown.
"So I'm guessing by your silence that you all have finally got your heads out of your asses or am I wrong?" Clearly no one is amused except for one, everyone can tell by her quiet laughter. "I have to say… Your bitches are a little out of control, don't you think?" Growling and shaking, that's to be expected but this Sam guy seems at ease. "Let's get one thing clear pups." Oh this is fun, the guy wants to strangle me for sure but doing so would hurt Bellie, someone he seems attached to. "I protect what is MINE and Elle she's a part of MY PACK not YOURS! Those bitches come anywhere near her I'll fucking kill someone is that clear! HUMAN OR WOLF I could really care less about either because when it comes to MY PACK I don't fuck around! We take shit SERIOUS especially when one is being threatened." Growling and more shaking of course don't they know how dangerous it is to be next to a human while transforming? Such carelessness, "We've been through enough shit and we don't need a bunch of immature gossips adding to it. The fact that you dare disrespect your ALPHA'S SO CALLED FRIEND proves to me that this pack is not worthy of that gem." I'm cut off from the only she wolf here when she decides to make a comment, "I like this guy is he the new wolf in town? Mmmm, this is good. Hey Sue who made this Cherry Pie? It Taste Amazing!" I start to chuckle at the sudden distraction, sure I'm still mad but at least there is one woman here who isn't whining. Looking towards Sam, "I get it, I see you're beyond attached and that's to be expected because not only is it in Elle's nature to nourish and care for others she deems worthy but I sense you have a deeper connection, yes?" Facing the pack of wolves and their women, "Did you all not witness what she did? She stepped in front of the woman who taunted her by calling her a whore! Yet she tried to protect the one person who labeled her with such a degrading name. Your women showed her contempt, called her names that no one should dare speak when talking of her. And Sam, you did nothing? Why is that, is she not your friend Alpha? Your imprint?" No one seems shocked about Bellie being his destined mate so I'm guessing they all knew and they are more speechless to the fact that I know what imprinting is and that Bellie had such selflessness to put herself between an enraged wolf and the victim. "Oh come now, did you expect your leader to be mated to a conniving harlot? She's cares more for others than herself and imprinting. I'm a wolf, a lone wolf from my tribe so of course research was required and my wife loves her reading as does her best friend. You are not the only descendants from Taha Aki but from all your faces you did not think of this being possible? Hmmm, interesting. I must say you all are very one track minded. Did you notice anything different about her smell? Worry and confusion quickly passes through Sam's eyes before they turn blank once again. I guess he couldn't tell? "I'll take this as a 'No' then. How would you feel if I told you that your imprint is part vampire Sam? Could you smell it on her then?" Disgust is on the faces of the other wolves but not the Alpha, he seems content with it. "Oh guys, don't worry she doesn't have much but you should also know that my blood runs through her veins as well. It was something that was needed when she was dying. Yes, dying Sam."
Walking back to my seat I plant myself down before starting my tale, "You see that woman has been through more shit than one person should go through and Me, I'll protect her from herself and even from her own Mate if I have to. From afar I thought you worthy of having such a woman but tonight you proved me wrong." I notice Mr. Black come strolling closer in his wheelchair, the wolves are still tense but the old man doesn't care. He comes next to my chair and listens intently as does the funny she wolf from earlier. Sighing exasperatedly. "There is something coming and you all need to be aware that you might not like it but you will accept it. You have no choice. I can't voice more on that because only Elle knows the whole story." Wiping my hand down my face I continue, "Charlie is not sleeping with Elle, I don't know where that information came from but it's just ludicrous. They are related, same blood, well sort of. Anyways… Besides that, Sam, you need to tell her of the imprint, I cannot be the one to reveal such a sacred task especially since it's your soul that is connected to her. I love that woman more than anything and I would do anything for her so would Sandy and Joseff. But tonight changed her, she wanted all of your acceptance more than anything. She was here to get to know the people that Charlie loved and cherished only to have it spit back in her face. I'm sure you have more questions than answers but for now I must see to my family. We will be seeing you on Tuesday but until then please stay away. And I mean all of you." Looking straight into Sam's eyes he gets my meaning, he didn't protect his mate the way he needed to. But I will. Standing up I shake Mr. Black's hand in respect. Before I can take my leave though the Alpha asks me the weirdest question, "She's married, doesn't that mean anything to you? How can you be okay with this?" Gazing at the guy one last time, "Because she's pack and her happiness is all I want for her. Being married has nothing to do with you, you are her future. The man she married is her past, there is nothing else to discuss on that matter." And with that I walk away. God these people need to broaden their horizons a bit and get their head out of their asses! Come on now her husband is dead, Bellie is bound to move on eventually can't they see that? Thank God my mate was more receptive than these assholes, I still have to tell the girls about that.
A/N: Hope you guys liked it. I will inform you though that Justin did not hear Sam or Sue's declaration after Emily called Bella a whore. He was to mad to think clearly at the time so that explains his confusion in the end. Not sure if I'm making you more confused but don't worry the next two chapters will clear things up! Until then...