Chapter 14
"Do you really have to go?" Jake asked me. For a big strong werewolf, he sure was whining an awful lot.
"Jacob, I'm leaving for a three weeks. I haven't seen my mother in forever, and I need to meet with the lady overseeing my probation."
"God, my girlfriend is such a badass." He smiled that famous Jacob smile.
"Yeah, and my boyfriend is an animal. It's why we work." I laughed. "Take care of my baby, while I'm gone. Don't let Q drive her." I shot a pointed glance at Quil, who put his hands up in defense.
"I didn't even wreck it for real." He claimed.
"Yeah, but you acted like you did." I growled. "You're still on punishment for that."
Flashback
It had been one week after the epic battle with the newborn vampires and everything was finally getting back to normal around Forks, well as normal as it could get when your best girl friend was soon to be marrying a vampire and your boyfriend, cousin, and friends consisted of vampires and werewolves.
Bella, Alice, and I had spent quite a bit of time together since the fight. They were the only ones I could be completely open with. If I tried to tell any of my Forks friends about what my life had actually been like for the past few months, they would think I was crazy. Literally. I would be locked up.
Us three girls were sitting in the Cullen's living room when my phone rang. I looked to see it was Q. I knew that him, Jacob, Edward, Emmett, and Jasper had taken my Jeep and Emmett's Jeep out in the woods that afternoon. I just prayed that everything was okay.
"Hello?"
"Mack? Oh my God. I am so sorry. I need to know where your insurance information is. I might have accidentally rear-ended Emmett right as he slammed on his breaks."
"You wrecked my Jeep?" I yelled into the phone, causing Bella and Alice to jump.
"I might have." I could hear Jacob snickering in the background.
"Quil, you better hope you're lying." He laughed. My heart was racing. I had worked at the smelly bait shop for three months to maintain my Jeep. If he wrecked it, I was going to kill him.
"I am. I just wanted to see what you were going to do."
"Did my boyfriend put you up to this?"
"Who Jacob? Nah, he actually warned me. He told me that I went ahead with this little plan, he wasn't going to protect me if you tried to kill me."
End Flashback
It had now been a month since the battle. My mother had called about a week ago to inform me that I needed to meet a counselor of the court as part of the terms of my probation. I was now on my way back to South Carolina for awhile. I had informed my mother that I really liked it out in Washington. She could see that I had obviously changed for the better out here, and decided that I would remain for the rest of my high school career. All I had to do is promise to come home for major holidays, except for Thanksgiving, she was coming out here. And I had to go on this three week vacation before school started.
"Ok, this is it. You be careful. Stay out of trouble in South Carolina. Don't give your mother too hard of time." My uncle informed me.
"I got it, Unc. I'll be fine." I smiled and gave him a hug.
"I put some cookies in your carry-on." My aunt winked and kissed my cheek.
"I don't know if I'll be able to take those threw security. They are really finicky these days." I laughed.
"Ok, I'll see you in a week, lil' cuz." Q put his large hand on my head, messing up my hair.
"Who you calling little, Q? I'm still older than you." I mocked offense.
"Whatever, short stuff." He laughed. I hugged him and kissed his cheek. Then, I turned to my boyfriend. He was usually the talkative type. Normally, I couldn't get him to keep his mouth shut.
"Say something, Jake." I looked at him, tears in my eyes. I hated goodbyes, but at least this one was a little more civil than the last time we said goodbye.
"I'm going to miss you." He whispered in my ear.
I placed a soft kiss on his lips, and held his head in between my hands as I stared into his chocolate eyes. "I'm going to miss you, too. I love you."
"I love you, too." He smiled, but it looked forced.
"I'm coming back, you know that right?" I giggled, nervously.
"I know, but I just get nervous, I can't protect you from thousands of miles away."
"I'll be fine. I grew up in Hilton Head. I know pretty much everyone on the island. No worries."
"Flight 2943 to Savannah will begin boarding momentarily." I heard the announcement over the loud speakers.
"Okay, kids. This is it." I said, looking at my family. "I love you all." I smiled. I gave out last hugs to everyone, but stopped when I got to Jacob. "I'll miss you most of all, scarecrow." He laughed at my reference to Wizard of Oz. One night, he regrettably informed me that he had never seen the movie. I made him watch it. That was months ago, and even still he has nightmares about the flying monkeys tearing him apart. I still enjoy giving him shit about it. I kissed his lips softly, and he grabbed the back of my neck, deepening the kiss. I was flustered and breathless, and forgot where I was for the moment. He pulled away, and I became aware of my surroundings.
"I love you. Be careful, please." He begged.
"I love you, too. And I wasn't kidding about my baby. Quil doesn't get to drive." I laughed. I jumped up and wrapped my arms around his neck for one last chaste kiss. "Bye, baby."
"Bye, Ki." I forced a smile as tears filled my eyes. I walked towards the security gates, looking back one more time, before I went through. I waved, and my whole family waved back.
It's a strange feeling to come full circle. It was only a few months ago I was a bitter, immature, teenager who was dreading coming to Washington. I was dreading having to live with my annoying little cousin. I was dreading having to start at a new school. I didn't want to deal with the cold weather.
At this point, I was still a teenager, but I would like to think I was a little more mature, and not really bitter anymore. I have actually grown to love Washington. You can get used to the rain, and it makes you appreciate the sun so much more. My "annoying" little cousin is actually one of my best friends. I've actually found love in Washington. Something I thought I'd never find regardless of where I was. I love my new school, and the friends I've met there. And the cold weather, well it just gives you an excuse to cuddle with your handsome boyfriend.
Now, I was dreading going back to Hilton Head. I would enjoy it, but I'd miss my new family. I'd miss my morning chats with Uncle Q over coffee which we both took black. I'd miss off-roading with Jake, Q, and the rest of the guys. I'd miss Aunt Michelle's cooking.
Yep, I had in fact come full circle. As the plane took off, I found myself looking out the window, catching my last glimpse of Washington for the next three weeks. One thought played through my mind; I can't wait to get back here. I can't wait to come back home.
El Fin
A/N: I hope you guys enjoyed this story. It was my first fanfic ever, so tell me what you think. Thanks to all my reviewers. I might be tempted to do a short sequel but that's completely up to you guys. 3, Ki.