A/N; Sorry for the wait on this chapter, guys. It took me awhile to decide that it was right. This being an important chapter, it needed my approval. I hope that you guys like it!

BPOV

Jake and I ran through the forest side by side. He was impressed by how well I seemed to be adapting to the phase. Apparently, I was way ahead of the majority of the wolves were when they had phased.

Leah and Quil were still running patrol and Jared was still running Kody through jumping and running.

Jake and I ran for Jared and Kody.

Jake – Jared, if you want you can take a break, I'll train Kody and Bella

Jared – Sure, thanks. You okay with that Kody?

Kody – Yeah man, I got this!

Jared – Alright, I'll be back in a few hours.

And with that, he ran off into the woods.

How are you doing today, Kody?

Kody – Good, what about you? This wolf thing is awesome!

Jake – Alright guys, let's get started. You're both doing really well, so I want to start you guys on basic attack moves.

Sounds good

Kody – Okay, this seems fun.

Jake – Okay, stay here. I'll be right back with Seth.

With that, Jake ran off into the woods. He didn't want to howl because that would cause the whole pack to phase, and it would only take him minutes to run back to town and get Seth.

While I have only known Kody for a day, I could get a good feel on his personality. Maybe it was the pack bond, or maybe just because our minds had no boundaries; I'm really not too sure. Kody was young, no doubt. He was immature, headstrong, and didn't think before he acted. In all honesty, he could be a weak link to the pack.

Along with that though, I could sense his dedication and his willingness to learn. With the proper training, this young wolf could be taught to be a strong member of the pack. He had good instincts; he just didn't know how to listen to them yet.

So, you're happy about the phase?

Kody – Hell yeah!

Watch your language; you're too young to be cursing.

Kody – Hehe, sorry.

It's okay, I was just picking with you.

He nodded his head.

Kody – It's hard, being a wolf. It just comes so natural to you, and it makes me look like a slacker.

Don't judge your progress on me, I knew about all of this before I changed. I had an advantage.

Kody – Oh, really? I guess that makes me feel better about myself.

Jake was on his way back, and we could feel Seth's mind enter the pack's. Within a few minutes, they had returned to us.

Jake – Okay, so Seth is going to phase to human, and hide in the forest. I want you two to track him. See how long it takes to find him and see what we need to work on. After a few times doing that, I'm going to have you guys practicing surprise attacks.

We all Okayed and Seth ran off into the woods to phase. We gave him a fifteen minute head start and Jake gave us the okay to start.

Jake – Okay, now I want to see you guy's instincts on this first, I'll place my opinions if needed.

We nodded and started.

So, I think that we should spread out and find where the trail starts first.

Kody – Yeah, I think that sounds good.

We went through the forest, Kody found Seth's scent trail first. Jake and I came over to him. Jake nodded his approval. Kody and I took off after the trail. Jake followed a few feet behind.

We ran with our noses low to the ground, keeping our eyes up. Every now and then we would lose the scent. Once Seth had run through a stream and we had to run around the bank to find where he exited. Another time he climbed a tree and jumped to the next one, and we had to find where he had landed.

After thirty minutes, we found him. He was lounging on the ground against a tree, carving a wooden figure. He looked up and smiled at us.

"Took you long enough" He laughed at us.

Kody and I snorted at that. Jake told us that we did a good job and that with more practice, we would get better.

We spent a few hours practicing that and surprise pouncing on Seth. They both told us that we were doing a good job.

Quil – Hey boss man, Dr. Fang wants to talk.

Carlisle?

Quil – Yeah, him.

Jake – What about?

Quil – Victoria and something about the treaty and Bella; he says he'll wait, but it's important. He wants you to meet him at his house.

Jake – Okay, I'll be there. Kody and Bella, go on home and rest, you did great.

Oh no, I'm going.

Jake – Bella.

I. Am. Coming.

Jake – Fine. Seth, can you come too?

Seth – Sure

We made our way up to the treaty line and Kody was thrilled to go home, he was starving apparently.

I saw Leah as she ran past us. As we crossed the line, the smell assaulted my nose. It was as they usually described it to me, burnt sugar and bleach. This scent had a slightly different smell. It had a faint smell like leather bound books mixed with it. Carlisle. He must have been reading his books in his study before he came.

We followed the scent to the Cullen house. I phased before we entered the yard as did Seth and Jake.

Carlisle was waiting on the porch with Emmett, Edward, and Alice.

Edward ran towards me as soon as he saw us walk through the forest.

"Bella, I'm so sorry that I had to leave you, but Victoria was there, and you were in so much pain, are you okay? Are you sick? Where did you go?" He was frantic as he walked towards me. He stopped dead in his tracks a few feet from me. Recognition flickered in his expression. "What did that mutt do to you!"

"Back off leech!" Jake yelled as Edward stalked forward. They stood chest to chest. Edward's face was contorted in rage and Jake was visibly shaking.

"What. Did. You. Do. To. Her." Edward enunciated.

Behind them, Emmett burst out laughing. "No freaking way!" He could barely hold himself upright. Alice gave him a sneer and punched him in the stomach.

"Edward, get away from Jacob, this meeting is not about you." Carlisle reprimanded. Edward glared at Carlisle but Carlisle held his ground. "Don't make me tell Emmett to take you away, I need to discuss important matters, and you can be here calmly or you can leave"

Edward turned to glare at Jake one last time, his glance turning to me for a brief second before he turned and walked back to his family. That one second of a glance held complete and utter devastation and agony. This was going to kill him.

I wrapped my arms around my stomach. The hole wasn't there anymore, but it was just a habit when I thought about him. Jake noticed and sighed.

Carlisle took another step towards us, "Would you like to come inside?"

"No thanks," Jake said, "Can we just get this over with?" He was still glaring at Edward.

I snuck a look at Alice; she was staring at me, hurt, and throwing one of her Alice pout sessions. I internally sighed; I'd need to talk to her.

"That's fine." Carlisle conceded. "We would like to discuss a change in the treaty, at least until Victoria is caught."

Jake's jaw was set. "You're family," he sneered the word, "are still not allowed on our land."

"That isn't what I was referring to." Carlisle nodded, his patience rung with every word. "We would like to ask if you would want to patrol farther onto our land and if you would be willing to patrol with some of us. Patrols would be easier and we would be more effective in a chase if both of us were there."

Jake thought about it. "I agree with letting some of the pack on your land to patrol. And unfortunately, I agree that it would be more effective if both of us gave chase to Victoria."

"So are we agreed?" Carlisle asked.

Jake just nodded, "Yes."

"Also," Carlisle added. "There have been many killings in Seattle, we believe that there are newborns to be held responsible. We aren't sure why they are being created, but we feel you ought to know so you can be prepared if they decide to come this way."

"Newborns?" Jake asked. "What is that?"

"New vampires." Carlisle responded, "They are stronger and faster than us due to their human blood running through their veins. They are deadly."

"Why would they be coming here?" Jake asked.

"We don't know if they are for sure, but I thought we should warn you."

Jake nodded his thanks. "We'll make sure to prepare."

"By the way," Carlisle added, "Congratulations on Bella joining the pack."

Jake smiled and thanked him, making sure to stare at Edward while he did. Boys will always be boys. I don't think that they will ever stop arguing.

Carlisle and Jake started to work out details on the patrol schedules and I used the chance to talk to Alice.

"You know, I still love you, even though you smell." I said laughing as I walked up to her.

She smiled slightly. "Bella, we won't be able to hang out anymore, will we?"

"Of course we can." I laughed and hugged her as she theatrically used her hand to hold her nose. "Jake can't make me, if he knows what's good for him, stay away from you."

"So we can still hang out?" She smiled brightly.

"Of course!" I exclaimed, smiling back.

"As long as the windows are down." Emmett butted in laughing. He punched my shoulder playfully.

"Careful, Em. I can fight back now." I chided. He just smiled and laughed at me.

I heard a sigh and looked towards the porch steps. Edward was standing there, lost in thought. I slowly walked towards him. He looked up at me, his gaze still far away.

"So," he said.

"So?" I replied.

"It really is over?" He asked. Pain was laced in his voice. I just nodded. "Just tell me one thing," he continued, "are you happy? Truly happy with him?"

"Yes." I replied.

He nodded at that. "If you ever change your mind…"

"I won't" I interrupted him.

He shrugged. "If you do, I will always love you."

I smiled and nodded, "fur and all?"

He laughed. "Fur and all." He put his hand on my shoulder. "I will do everything in my power to help stop Victoria. I promise. It'll be the last thing I do to affect your life."

I thanked him. As I did, I knew that this was it. There would be no friendship, there would be no talking. It would be too hard for him. I did feel bad for him; a part of me still loved him. It just wasn't near enough to change anything. We both knew that this was most likely goodbye.

Jake made a loud sound, a call to the pack signaling he was ready to go. I jumped off the porch and Seth got up from the steps and we waved our goodbyes as we followed Jake back into the forest.

A/N; Okay guys, I spent all night last night writing, so I do have the next three chapters ready to post… If I get enough reviews to motivate me… maybe I will post the next one tomorrow? It all depends on you guys! Everyone review please! =]