Wolfie

Disclaimer: all characters and copyright belong to Stephanie Meyer.

A/N-A big THANK YOU to everyone who kindly reviewed the last chapter, I have read and cherished them all! Sends hugs, Nikki

PART TWO-GROWING UP

Part Fourteen

Silence reigned in the Black's house as each of them tried to take in the news. Rachel had begun to cry after revealing her talk with Rebecca; Jared had taken her out of the room to calm her down. Seth, Embry, Quil and Sam sat awkwardly around the room, not knowing what to do. Jacob had his arms wrapped tightly around Bella, a devastated look on his face. Bella seemed in a state of shock. To hear that Rebecca was the one who had set fire to her house had immobilised her, and then to have to try and get to grips with the news that the Cullen's had just dumped on them was the last straw.

Sam motioned for the other's to follow him outside to give Jake and his family some space. Once out of earshot they all began to discuss what had just been revealed to them.

"I can't believe that Becca is...it just does not seem possible..." Quil whispered to the others.

"She always had a vicious streak. " Seth replied. "Remember that cruel trick she pulled on you Em, the day you phased."

Embry grimaced as he recalled how frightened he had been back then. "Yeah she was always an evil witch. It seems being turned has made her even worse. I have no idea how Jake and Bella must be feeling right now."

Seth turned as if to walk back inside. He couldn't bear the thought of Bella being upset and wanted to check on her. Sam grabbed his arm and yanked him back. "Where the hell are you going? We need to give them space."

"I just want to check on Bella..." Seth said without thinking. The other's exchanged knowing looks, they were all well aware of Seth's crush.

"Dude they don't need you barging in. Bella has Jake, back off." Quil stated bluntly.

Seth shrugged off Sam's hold and glared at Quil. He stalked off and was just about to phase when he saw his dad's truck pull up. He was accompanied by his mom and Sarah Black. He froze as he saw Jacob's mom laughing at something his mom had said. His heart plummeted. Poor Sarah, she still didn't know about her daughter who had been missing for so long. He turned back and rejoined the others. Sam smiled at him in sympathy.

"Shit Sam, I just hate all this..." Seth said his voice heavy with sadness.

"We know Seth, "Sam sighed. "All we can do is support Jake and Bella."

Seth nodded and watched his parents help Sarah out of the truck and into her wheelchair. He wished that the poor woman could enjoy a few more moments of peace before her world was shattered once again...

XXXXXX

The house was empty. Billy sat across from his wife Sarah and held her hands as she cried. The others had left them alone so that they could have some privacy when Billy told his wife. Jacob, Bella and Charlie had relocated to the Clearwater's for the night. Rachel was with Jared at his house.

"She...my Becca did that? She hates her own family that much?" Sarah questioned her husband as tears continued to leak out of her eyes. "Was I such a bad mother to her?"

Billy knelt down in front of her and embraced her gently. She laid her head on his shoulders and soaked his shirt with her tears. "We did nothing wrong Sarah. We loved that girl just like we do Rachel and Jacob. The doctor told Charlie that it was always in Becca's nature, when they are turned their most prominent personality traits are enhanced. You know she had a wicked streak sometimes and she was always a jealous person if she was not the centre of attention. WE did everything we could for her while she lived with us."

"I must have let her down in some way. She carries our blood Billy. What happened to our little girl?"

"The Becca we once knew is dead Sarah. This thing that she has become is not the same person. You have to separate the two of them."

Sarah became still in his arms momentarily. Billy pulled away slightly and gazed at his wife. "What is it?" He asked in concern as he saw her frowning.

"Rachel said that Becca is still in Forks. I want to see her Billy."

"You can't be serious Sarah? She is a vampire now. She is no longer the young girl you used to know." He said in surprise.

"She is our daughter Billy Black and I want her to look me in the eye and tell me what the hell she was thinking." Sarah shouted in anger.

Billy stood up and began to pace the room. "No way, I won't allow it."

Sarah rolled her chair forward and stared up at her tall husband. "I need closure Billy. I have been so worried about what could have happened to that girl and now that I know...I need to see her, even if it is for the last time. Rachel has spoken to her, we can arrange a meeting. Don't you want to ask her why Billy?"

Billy hunkered back down in front of her and placed his hand on her cheek. "You really want to do this?"

"I need to do this, please." Sarah pleaded.

"Okay then. I will ask Rachel to contact her and, even though it pains me to ask them, I think the Cullen's should be there too. If she kicks off we need someone who understands what she is." Billy replied, reluctance clear in his voice.

Sarah nodded her agreement and she rested her head back on Billy's chest. "Thank you," She whispered softly. Above her head, where she couldn't see, a single tear ran down her husband's face.

XXXXXX

Their suggestion was greeted with total disbelief by everyone involved. The only other person on their side was Sue, a mother herself. She knew that if it had been either Seth or Leah, she would have wanted to do the same. After a long debate with all the pack and elders, it was finally agreed that Sarah could have her wish. Rachel very reluctantly called her twin and a meeting was set up for that night. The Cullen's had been surprised to be asked for their help, but did not hesitate to assist in any way that they could.

A neutral territory was decided upon. Rachel had asked Becca to meet her in Forks, outside the diner. Rebecca had been delighted to hear from her twin and had regaled her with tales about the fantastic life she was now leading and the friends, who were like family, which she now travelled with. Rachel had been in tears when she came off of the phone and it had taken Jared an age to console her.

"Mom, I still think this is a bad idea." Jacob said again. He was not happy about the fact that the Cullen's were going to be in the vicinity. He still did not fully trust them, especially the one who had laid hands on Bella.

Bella gently laid her hand on Jacob's arm. "Jake, your mom needs to do this. The wolf pack, your dad and the Cullen's will all be there."

Jacob sighed. He pulled Bella into his arms and rested his head on top of hers. "Promise me you will stay here with Seth, Leah and Rachel. Don't leave the house."

"I promise, I know what is at stake Jacob. Don't worry about me, your mom and dad need you?"

Jacob looked at his parents, especially his mom. She had a determined expression on her face. She really needed to do this. "I know you're right. I always worry about you."

Bella squeezed him tightly. "Like I do you, just be careful."

"Always honey, always..." Jacobs promised.

XXXXXX

Carlisle Cullen stood a good distance from Billy Black; he could sense how uncomfortable the other man was being so close to him. "You have to understand Chief Black that your daughter will be radically different from the girl you used to know. Her eyes will be red for one and...Like I told Chief Swan, her personality traits will be enhanced. Unfortunately in her case..."

"Yes I know... Charlie already told me that she has given in to her darker side." Billy snapped.

Carlisle did not appear in the least fazed by Billy's harsh tone. "My family and I will keep out of the way, Alice has seen that your d...I mean Rebecca will not be alone. She plans to take Rachel and get her to join her..."

Billy flinched when he heard this. "So this Alice can see the future?"

"No, not quite, she only sees the possible future outcomes of an individual's decision at any one time. A person changes their mind, her visions of that future change. At the present time, Rebecca is set on getting her twin to join her. I know this must be difficult for you and your wife, but it has provided us with a unique opportunity to capture and destroy the individuals who turned Rebecca and gave your secret away." Carlisle advised.

Billy felt bile rise in his throat. "What will happen to Becca?"

"We hope to capture her and send her to our friends in Denali. They live the way we do. Hopefully if she is separated from the evil influence of these other vampires, she can be shown a better path."

"Why are you helping us?" Billy asked again.

Carlisle turned his gaze onto his wife, Esme who was waiting patiently next to the others. "When we first lived here, your ancestors could have easily torn us apart. The alpha of the last wolf pack came upon my wife hunting, he showed her mercy that day and chose to listen to us and accept that we were not like most of our kind. I owe you all a huge debt of gratitude, she is my life. If something had happened to her that day, well do I need to go on?"

Billy finally met the golden eyed gaze of Carlisle Cullen. "I understand...and thank you."

Carlisle nodded once and gave Billy a half smile before returning to his family.

XXXXXX

Jacob and Sam were half hidden in the surrounding trees when they smelt the first sign of leech stink. The diner was located close to the forest's edge, which provided good cover for the pack. Seconds later the mirror image of Rachel Black appeared out into the open. Jacob had to hold back a growl when he saw her piercing red eyes light the darkness. She was followed by three scruffy looking individuals, two men and a woman with pale skin and vivid red hair. One of the men was dark skinned and had long dreadlocks which blew back in the cool breeze.

"Where is your sister?" The other male demanded harshly. He had long hair tied back in a pony tail and was wearing a leather jacket and scruffy jeans. All of them had bare feet.

"She will be here. Rach won't let me down again." Rebecca's eyes roamed around the immediate area.

"I can't smell anything but a rotten dog smell." The woman with red hair whined.

"You never stop moaning do you Victoria?" Rebecca snapped.

"Are you going to let her speak to me like that James?" The woman called Victoria yelled.

"Shut up Vicki. I am trying to listen..." He stopped speaking when he saw three figures emerge out into the open.

Rebecca gasped in surprise as she caught sight of her parents, accompanied by her brother Jacob. She took in how tall and muscular he was. There was no sign of the young boy she used to know. He glared at her intimidatingly, flexing his muscles. His once warm brown eyes were now dark as he stared over at her. He stood in front of their parent's protectively.

"What the hell is going on here?" The dark skinned vampire shrieked. "Your sister has betrayed you."

Suddenly all three vampires whirled round as the Cullen's emerged from the trees. They surrounded the other vampires instantly and dragged them away from the scene and back into the surrounding forest. Minutes later, muffled screams could be heard emanating in the open air. Rebecca made an attempt to run, but more dark shapes appeared out of the trees, as the wolf pack surrounded her completely. She had nowhere to go. She growled and her white, venom soaked teeth glistened in the dark night.

"What do you want with me? Where is Rachel?" She screamed at her parents.

Sarah wheeled her chair forward, accompanied closely by Billy. Jacob kept in front of them. "I want to know what has happened to my little girl. What did we ever do that was so bad that you have done this to us?" She yelled back at her daughter.

Rebecca became still as for the first time in ages she faced her mother...

A/N-I am so tired after writing that. Thanks for reading!