Year Of The Vampire

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The people who are after Nessie and the Cullens not only know that Cody has her, but that he and his friends know what Nessie is.

Chapter 14 – Gravity

Renesmee's POV

I must be dreaming. This has to be a nightmare. It just has to be. No matter how many times I pinch or slap myself, smack my face with a pillow or even splash water on my face, this nightmare is actually a reality.

Not only do those men who are after me and my birth family knows where I am and that I'm a vampire, they are also aware that my dad and his friends know as well. Judging from the way dad looks with his hands bruised with blood when he attack the guy, Han who tried to kidnap me, those men aren't messing around and are willing to do whatever it takes to have me. That would include… killing the ones closest to me.

Why? Why would they want to do that? Dad and the others didn't do anything. They're not involved in this; being vampires and all. This isn't right, there's supposed to be rules. Family and love ones are off limits. They just can't do that. My dad and his friends and family have been nothing but kind to me and took care of me when I was baby. After everything they've done, this is what they might get. They'll hurt Jack, Felisha, Gavin, Stella, the babies, Scooter, they might go after my best friends Meena and Brent, they could go after Allie and make it worst since she has no idea about this but they'll also make it the worst on dad.

This is what they get for taking me in, this is the life they chose because of me. It's my fault. I'm the reason everyone's in this mess. I've caused this. I can't stand the idea of anyone that I know and love getting hurt because of me. Especially… my dad. Though he was never my birth father, he took me in and raised me as his own with love and support. He doesn't deserve this. No one should.

After hearing the news that Han is out, I was pretty determined by then; I wasn't gonna let these people who I can call my family be put in danger because of me. I had to get out of here, run away. Run away until… I find those men and turn myself in. As long as I'm away from dad and his friends, they'll be safe and those men won't hurt them. As much as it pains me to leave them, it's better this way. Better just me suffering than everyone else.

I had it all planned throughout the night after dad's friends went home. It was a quarter after two and I was putting some clothes in my backpack. I took a couple of cash I saved up and set my purse on my desk along with my phone. I can't bring it because I'm certain dad will have Gavin hack my phone so they could track me down. I'll just find store and buy the cheapest phone there. As for where I'll sleep, I just hope I find park bench and pray I don't get caught by the police.

Once I checked that I have everything I need necessary, I tiptoed out of my room and checked to see dad's room closed knowing that he's asleep. I feel bad for doing this. I'm about to leave without saying goodbye but else can I do.

Wiping the tear from my face, I turned until I was met with my dog staring at me, pleading as he gave out a whine causing me to panic.

"Shh, Scooter, go back to sleep, please." I begged in a whisper, afraid that he'll wake up dad. When Scooter wouldn't move out of the way, I quickly reached behind Scooter's head on the right behind of his ear and scratched it since I know the secret spot that causes Scooter to immediately fall asleep as he fell to the floor. I silently sighed in relief and went around him and tiptoed down the stairs and put on my shoes. I plan on not taking my car because dad will get Jack to find me that way so it looks like I'm going on foot. Once I got my shoes on, I was ready to reach the door knob.

"I almost wish I didn't see that." I gasped and turned to see in the living room where the lamp was turned on and dad sitting in the armchair. "Almost." Dad said, and he's not looking happy.

"Dad," My voice cracked as he got up and walked over to me.

"Nessie, what the hell are you even thinking?" He asked in a disapproved tone with his arms crossed.

My lips trembled until I cried. "They're after me dad! They want me and you and everyone are in their way by protecting me! You saw what Han did and what he's capable of doing. Those guys might be just as bad as he is. They might hurt you, Jack, Stella, Gavin, Felisha, Scooter, the babies and maybe Allie. They may even kill you! I can't accept that having you all risk your lives just to protect me."

"And you thought by giving yourself up by those assholes will solve everything?" Dad asked, trying to control his emotions.

"It's better this way dad." I whispered. "You and everyone deserved better than this. It's the only way."

"Alright, then answer this question; say you did hand yourself over and the guys and I are safe, do you think that's gonna stop us from doing what is right for you? How do you think we feel if we lost you? You think we'd be happy if you're not with us anymore? Did it ever occur to you that maybe that's what those guys want you to do, giving yourself up, so that it'll get your birth family out of hiding where you're used as bait? Did you even think of the possibility that way?" Dad asked as I was silent at what he said never to have thought of it that way. There's no way out of who will get hurt.

"Listen to me Renesmee," Dad said as he face softens. "I may not have known your parents at all, not counting when you showed me your memories of the times when you were a baby, but I do know that they gave their lives to protect you. And gambling their sacrifices by handing yourself over to those guys who want to take away your life is a poor way to repay them. And I can't let that happen, because not only will I let them down, I'll not only let you down… but I'll also be letting myself down. I care about you Ness. That goes for Jack and the others. We don't care what happens to us because you're part of this family. I may not be your father by birth but I care about you as if you are my own daughter. You mean a lot to me Nessie and my life would never be the same if you weren't in it." I saw tears leaking out of his eyes that causes me to break down and cry.

"Oh daddy, I'm so sorry." I cried as dad came over hugs me.

"It's okay." He cooed. "Just know that we love you Ness and we'll do whatever it takes to keep you safe no matter what."

We stayed like this for a moment until dad told me go back upstairs and sleep. I did so the minute my body made contact with my bed not bothering to pull the covers over me.

I didn't go to school the rest of the week due to how I was shaken up from recent events. I didn't do much except being in my room, watching TV and having phone conversations with Meena and Brent who asked if I was okay. Cody called Allie saying I caught a bad flu and not to come over and it kills me seeing Cody lying to Allie about me since she has no idea what I am.

Of course, she understands that but she also hears about what happened to me on the news when they reported Han wanted as an escape criminal. That just makes it great. Note the sarcasm. Now everyone will know part of what happened to me and everyone at school will have their attention on me when I get back which I'm not looking forward to.

It was Monday morning and I did my usual routine when I woke, however it didn't feel the same before all of this happened. The morning at home was silent with just me, dad and Scooter as we had breakfast. I'm not looking forward to school but it'll be too suspicious about why I suddenly decided to drop out of school. As soon as that was done and I got my stuff ready, I walked out of the house with dad and Scooter by my side.

"Okay, Jack will give you a police escort to school and back." Dad said as we walked over to my car where it's parked next to Jack's police cruiser. "He'll be with you at all times. If you need to go somewhere, let him know. I understand how you feel about this but this for your own protection." He said and I nodded my head in understanding.

"Don't worry Ness, we already informed your school of the situation and my men are there surrounding the school campus. No one can get in or out." Jack said. "And we'll be sure not to embarrass you as long you stay out of trouble in school." He teased causing me to laugh lightly, just not as cheerful.

"It's going to be okay kiddo." Dad said pulling me into a hug and kissed the top of my head. "Just take care of yourself."

"I will." I said feeling like I might be sick which I never had before. "Bye Scooter." I said to our dog. Scooter went up and licked me causing me to smile a little bit.

"Come on Ness, you don't want to be late." Jack said getting into his cruiser. I said goodbye to dad before getting into my car and pulled out of the driveway following Jack as we were out the neighborhood and soon into the school parking lot where I will be the talk of the school.

This is gonna be a long day. I thought.

I was driving behind Jack when suddenly my car starts to chug and acts as if it is struggling. Huh? Next thing I knew is that it started to shake and slowed down a bit. Oh no, no, no, no, no, no, no! I thought as Jack was driving away.

"Oh please, don't die!" I said as I was lucky enough to pull over to the Chevron gas station. The car reacts until it stalls and stops. "Great." I said sarcastically as I tried to turn the key in the ignition but it keeps making noises. How could this happen? I have a full tank of gas and it didn't show any signs of warnings. What happened?

I called Jack telling him what happened and he said he's coming back. My life just keeps getting worst by the second. Kick a girl when she's down.

Just as I hung up my phone, I heard a tap on the window causing me to jump as I turned to see a figure outside by my car but I couldn't see his face since he was too tall. I nervously opened the window to see what he wanted.

"Hey, are you okay?" He asked he bent down to show his face. That's when everything inside me froze as what I was gonna say was stuck in my throat.

This guy had russet color skin with nice, thick, toned muscles making him similar to a bodybuilder though balanced by his height. He has short raven black hair wearing jeans and a black t-shirt under a leather jacket. And he is so handsome.

"Uh ma'am?" I was brought back to see the guy waving his hand at my face causing me to try and hide my blush that I was staring at this guy ogling at him like a fool. "Is everything okay?"

"Um no, my car suddenly stopped and I don't understand how. I had a full gas and everything." I explained as I turned the ignition and it still makes that sound not starting the engine.

"Mind if I take a look?" He asked. I shook my head and opened the hood of my car for him. I don't know why but I feel like I could trust this guy. I got out of the car just as the guy opened the front. I was completely surprised to see how tall he is; he's so huge. He must be like close to seven feet.

The guy was stunned for a minute looking at the inside of my car and looked amazed at it. I guess he's a huge car fan. He soon started looking around where the engine is and everything else to see if he could find the problem to how my car ended up dead.

"Hmm, that's weird," He said as he wiped off the oil with his shirt before putting that stick to measure the oil level back in. "The engine seems to look fine and so is the battery, the spark plugs are all plugged in all the way, the conveyer belt isn't messed up and the oil level appears to be good. I don't see anything that could've caused your ride to die out." He finished as I was amazed at how he knows so much about cars.

"Well… thanks for trying." I said shyly.

"Nessie!" I turned to see Jack running over to us. "Sorry I'm late, I got stuck at traffic where for some reason, the stoplight stayed red for like five minutes and I'm like "screw that." Is everything okay?" He asked seeing me, my car and the guy next to me.

"I'm fine but I need to get my car checked. It's not doing anything and it appears to be fine." I said.

"Well let me get you to school and I'll call the mechanic. You're gonna be late." Jack said looking at his watch.

"I'll do it." I turned to see the guy answering.

"Are you sure?" I asked.

"Don't worry it. It's the least I can do." He smiled causing me to blush.

"Well in that case, let's go Ness before your dad beats my ass for you being late." Jack said.

"I'll be right there." I said and Jack got into his cruiser before I turned back to the guy.

"Are you in trouble with the law or something?" He asked with a teased.

"No," I sighed. "Someone's after me; I was spied on at home and almost got kidnapped last week."

"Why are they after you?" He asked and I saw in his eyes that he looked worried but also angry.

"I'm… special, I guess." I said looking down.

"You are special, but that doesn't mean someone has the right to take you away for whatever reasons." I looked up to see him staring at me, as if he was willing to do anything for me. "I hope they stop this person from harming you."

"Thanks." I said. "And thank you for trying to help, uh…"

"Oh, I'm sorry. How rude of me." He chuckled and then held out his hand. "I'm Jacob, Jacob Black."

"I'm Nessie, Nessie Jenson." I smiled shaking his huge hand with my tiny one.

"Nessie, that is a beautiful name." Jacob smiled causing to feel like I just melted into a puddle.

Our hands were still holding to each other we stare into each other's eyes. There was something about him that makes me feel… drawn to him. I can't explain this feeling… but I like it.

"I'm sorry, but for some reason, I feel like I know you." I said.

"Heh, funny, I feel the same way. Have we met before?" Jacob asked with interest.

"I don't think so." I said. We interrupted when Jack honked indicating that I need to get going. "I should go." I sighed.

"Okay." Jacob said and I can see he looked a bit sad. "Take care of yourself Nessie."

"I will. Bye Jacob." I said and went inside to Jack's police cruiser. Jack started pulling out of the gas station and waited until it was clear for him to enter the road. As he did, I turned to see Jacob at my car on the phone calling the tow truck while staring where Jack and I are. As if he could see me, he waved and I waved back while I blushed. I never felt like this before. Even if it was a short moment where we met under a different circumstance, I feel something special about him.

I was in love with a guy named Jacob Black.

You happy now? Hahaha Don't ask me how Jacob didn't recognized her. She gave her name as Nessie Jenson. Just bear with me. Get ready for some more excitement. Please review.