Never Apart

A sweet scent woke me up and I could feel warmth all around my body. I finally didn't have a nightmare. Maybe it was coincidence but it was nice to not have to wake up in a sweat. I didn't want to move too much in case I would wake up Nessie. I studied her face carefully. Her lashes were so thick and long. Her hair had a shine to it. It was all over her face, but she still looked radiant. I moved some of her hair away from her face. I didn't understand how an exotic creature like Nessie would want me. I was just a simple man with no extravagant materials. She deserved someone who could give her all the things to make her look more stunning.

Her hair fell back over her face, and she quietly took a deep breath in. She moved in closer to me as if there was more space left on my miniscule bed. Her naked body was soft and caressing against my skin. Even in her sleep she made me desire her. I didn't know if I would be able to refuse her right now, but I didn't want to wake her.

I slipped myself away from the bed and put my clothes on. It was still late in the evening. I studied my room and noticed it was clean. Renesmee must have organized the room. It definitely didn't smell like my old room. It was much more pleasant now with Nessie's honey scent lingering in the air. On the nightstand was the same photo of Nessie and me that Edward had given me except there was something laminated onto the picture. It was a small flower that looked like it was shaped into a ring.

I decided to step out of the room. I went into the kitchen to grab some water. I wanted to check in on my dad. He was still sound asleep. I would speak with him tomorrow. I know he would be able to provide me answers to all my questions.

I stepped outside for some fresh air. The pack had camped outside with Bena and her men as precaution. Everyone was fast asleep, but I heard some noises in the corner by the jeep. It was Bena.

"Why are you not asleep, Bena?"

I startled her.

"Jacob."

"Sorry, I didn't mean to startle you. I was up and needed a drink and air."

She was quiet. She and I have had quite the adventure in the past few days. I still cared for her and didn't know how to approach her about Nessie. She broke the silence by speaking first.

"You know, Jacob. I don't know much of what's going on. I'm just as shocked as you are about your wife. I mean, how the hell do you forget about having a wife? Add to it a vampire wife?"

We both laughed at her comment. At least her sense of humor was still there.

"I'm asking myself the same thing, Bena. Why would a beautiful creature like Nessie want someone like me that has nothing to offer her?"

Bena looked down on the ground. I didn't mean to make her feel uncomfortable, but it was the truth at that moment about how I felt towards Nessie.

"Jacob, there's more to you than you realize. If anything, it's your wife that is lucky to have you. I'd fight for you until the end too if I was your wife."

"I'm sorry, Bena. My intention was never to hurt you. To be honest, I came here to look for answers. I still don't know what to believe, but I do know there's a part of me that keeps pulling towards her."

"Jacob, don't apologize for loving your wife." She paused for a bit and looked down at my necklace. "But part of the answer is right here."

She placed her hand on my chest and with her finger she tapped the amulet.

"I know you never meant to hurt me. It seems the men close in my life have caused me unintentional pain. You know, I had left home before my baby brother passed. He was always so stubborn and did everything to rebel against our father. My father partly blames himself for being too harsh on him, but when I returned home, it was to only find out that my oldest brother passed too. Can you imagine how guilty I felt for being so selfish by trying to find solace away from home? I should have been there for my brothers and father."

My heart went out to Bena. I wanted to comfort her, but she pushed back.

"Father never explained to me what happened except the fact that a wolf from La Push killed both my brothers. I was so angry. For once, I let my hatred fill me, and I wanted justice for not only them but for my people. When I came into your room, you were asleep and looked so tormented while dreaming. Imagine to my surprise when the man who was responsible for my brother's deaths, that I would have strong feelings towards him. Maybe fate led me to you, I don't know. But I do know I'm not going to be the person that destroys a marriage."

She looked at me trying to hold back tears.

"It's me that has to apologize to you, Jacob. I honestly did not know you were married. When Edward came to talk to you, you seemed unsure about your marriage and I wanted to believe that it was a mistake. I asked my father for the truth, and that's when he explained to me what he had done to you. You're not the only one who is looking for answers."

"And then when I saw how you looked at her, it was as if it was the first time you've ever laid eyes on an angel. I knew my fate wasn't with you. I was just destined to bring you back home to her."

"Bena, I'm sorry. I wish I knew how to explain all this."

"Jacob, stop apologizing. It's all been a misunderstanding. I know that if I plan to lead my people that I can't lead with an angry heart like my father. If you'd stay longer with us, you'd know he's a good man, Jacob."

"Bena, are you saying I'm free?"

"Jacob, I can't keep what's not mine."

"One day, Bena, you'll find someone who can give himself completely to you."

"I know. I envy your wife. You get to fall in love with her all over again. If I can have at least half that love from someone, I would be one lucky lady."

"Thank you, Bena, for everything."

She and I embraced for a while and she returned to her tent. I walked towards the house and entered the house. My dad was rummaging around in the kitchen.

"Dad, why are you up? You need to rest."

"Jacob, I've been in bed all day. Now that you're back I feel like I can get around the house now. Renesmee has been good to me. She's been up all day and night taking care of me. Tonight's the first night that she's actually sleeping."

My dad looked at me and wanted to continue, but he seemed hesitant.

"Jacob, I'm sorry I put you through all this."

"Put me through what, Dad?"

My dad explained everything to me. He blamed himself for suggesting to Nessie to remove the imprint at Kaya's cabin. He thought it would help me to not remember my feelings for her. I finally understood how the deaths of Bena's brothers occurred and it was all to protect Nessie. During the fire, my mind was erased of every trace I had about Nessie. The fact that she was the daughter of Edward and Bella and delivered while Bella was still human explained her half human-half vampire her ability to blush and produce tears. Everything made sense now, but my Dad suggested I let Nessie use her ability on me.

"Thank you, Dad, but you don't need to apologize for anything. Somehow nothing will keep Nessie and me apart."

I helped my dad into bed, and we said our good nights. I went into my room, and Nessie was still asleep. I climbed into the bed and wrapped my arms around her. She woke up from all the movement I was making.

"Jacob."

"I didn't mean to wake you. I'm right here."

"It's okay. I miss your warmth. Mmm."

"Nessie. Can we try something?"

"Right now?"

I sat up and looked at her. She got up and sat in front of me. I broke off the necklace that Bena's grandfather gave me and placed the amulet on my nightstand.

"Nessie, will you show me? Show me everything about us."

She smiled immediately and nodded her head. She placed her soft hand on my face and released the visions for me to see. Every detail from the beginning was embedded into my mind, but she slowed down on her favorite memories, our first kiss, my proposal on two knees with the flower ring, the first time we made love, the Quileute ceremony and how I yelled "I do" and howled, and the flip at the Seattle night club. She showed me the fire, and how I was being held down by the bears. In the vision, I looked up at her, but I looked lost and confused. Then I disappeared into the forest while the fire continued to engulf Kaya's cabin.

She removed her hands and tears were running down her face. I placed my hands on her face and looked deeply into her eyes, "I love you, Nessie. As how night and day will always chase each other on this earth, we will chase our destiny together, you as my wife, and I as your husband."

She was bawling and I wrapped my arms around her to comfort her.

"Jacob, I thought I had lost you forever."

"Nothing is going to keep us apart ever. I promise."

I couldn't believe all the anguish and pain I caused her. We both laid down on the bed, and I held her in my arms, never wanting to let go.

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