Chapter 24

Jake POV

I'm in the airport, again. Except this time we're leaving Florida on "short notice" otherwise meaning, we're getting chased. I griped Nessie's hand tightly as we went through baggage check and the loading dock. In minutes we were on the plane. We had only spent a weeek in almost sunny Florida. In those days, I experienced extreme temperatures and smelt like wet dog. Which really annoyed Edward, I'm really proud of that momment. I shot a quick glance at Edward who was sitting on the other side of the isle with Bella. I saw his teeth clench and I could hear a faint snarl. I rolled my eyes and turned to Nessie who was listening to music on her iPod. She couldn't stay still after returning from the beach.

"Are you okay?" I asked her. I took her hand and put my hand under her chin. She turned to look at me and could see that her eyes were puffy from tears.

"I..I..I'm not sure. But I know I'm hurting everyone." She pulled out of my grip to look back out the window.

The flight was silent untill the very end when Nessie laid her head on my shoulder and I could feel her quiver with fear. I could feel my heart ache. All of this was hurting her and watching her fall apart was hurting me. I eased up a bit when I heard that the plane would be landing soon. Nessie had fallen asleep again, I think she cried herself to sleep. When the plane landed, everone started to get up and exit the plane. I nudgeed Nessie but she didn't wake. I turned to Edward who was looking at me. Bella jumped up from her seat to her daughter's side. Seth peered over the seat from behind us.

"I'll go and get the car." Seth said and he stood up to leave.

Edward stopped him and gave him the keys to the Volvo. I looked back at Nessie. Granted, it was the middle of the night so it made sense that she had crashed. Especially after this week's events.

"I'll carry her out." I said and moved towards her.

I carefully lifted her from the seat. I still held her after we had left the plane. We found Seth in the Volvo by the entrance of the airport. He got out and handed the keys to Edward.

"I'll meet you at home." Seth started walking. I bet when he reached the road he would contact Sam or something.

I climbed into the car after Edward and Bella got in. Nessie was on my lap the entire car ride. I think we didn't reach the Cullen residence until 3 in the morning. I think I had falled to sleep myself. My nap was interrupted when Edward kicked me awake.

"Up and out, dog. We're here." I opened my eyes to see I was still in the Volvo. The foggy forest surrounded us. Nessie had disapeared. I looked at Edward, who glared at me.

"Go home, dog." He said again.

"Fine, fine." I said and climbed out of the car. I was too tired to turn into a werewolf.

"Can I atleast borrow a phone?" I said. Edward rolled his eyes and led me inside.

He handed me the phone. I quickly dialed my dad.

Hello? Billy answered

"Hey dad, it's me, Jake."

Jake? Where are you? Seth contacted Sam hours ago! I could hear the anger in his voice.

"I'm at the Cullens, dad. I stayed with Nessie."

Oh, so... do you need someone to pick you up? My dad said.

"Yeah. Do you think you could send Sam or someone. I'm too tired to... you know... go werewolf."

Okay, Paul will be there soon.

"Thanks" I said and pressed end.

I handed the phone to Edward and headed for the door. But before I could put my hand on the door knob, someone stopped me. I turned to see Bella.

"Thank you, Jake. It meant a lot to me, and Nessie, that you came with us." She said.

"You're welcome. It was no problem at all. I really enjoyed going with you guys."

"Jake, I really mean it. Thank You." She leaned over and gave me a hug, which was somehthing she hadn't done in a while.

I looked at her. Both of us smiled. She might have been standing right there but I really missed her. Suddenly I heard the roar of an engine.

"Sorry, I got to go. Say goodbye to Nessie for me." And I dashed out the door.

As I sat in Sam's truck I felt warm. Even though Bella was cold to the touch.

Hello again! I know I just posted a chapter earlier, here's another one!!! Enjoy and REVIEW!!!!!!