Here is chap 23.

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The school was buzzing. The students were everywhere and the teachers were trying to get us all in the right place and in alphabetical order. I was immediately separated from my parents and I was ushered to where I was supposed to stand.

"We'll see you later." My Mom murmured as they went to find seats with the rest of the family.

My heart was beating fast as we waited for the ceremony to begin. It was strange to think that I had come to the end of my school years. I wasn't sure if I was ready for this and I had so hoped Jake would somehow materialise here to see me graduate and so that I could see for myself that he was alive and well.

After a good half an hour we were all settled in our right places and then it was time. I waited as Kate the valedictorian said her speech. She spoke about how our lives stretched before us with endless possibilities. Yeah her words were very true but did those possibilities, that were available to me now, mean anything when Jake wasn't here to share it with. Kate's speech was moving and inspiring and then it was time to hand out the diplomas. My name was called and I made my way on stage without tripping or anything. I managed a smile for my family who were smiling widely at me and beaming with pride. Then my eyes roamed to the back of the hall and familiar black eyes were boring into mine. He was here. It took all my willpower not to jump off the stage and run towards him. I was a little bit angry at his disappearing act but my relief at seeing him overshadowed that for the moment. We threw up our hats and then once the applause died down we were allowed to leave the stage. My parents were the first to claim me and say congratulations. I hugged them tightly and then I made my way through the crowd to where Jake was standing.

"Congrats Ness." He said cheerfully

"Jake I'm so glad you're okay." I said and jumped into his arms.

"This is a nice welcome."

"Well what did you expect? I have missed you."

"And I missed you."

"Ha that's a joke. You never even called me once." I muttered, the anger I felt as his abandonment suddenly was bubbling to the surface.

"That's not a lie, Ness. I really did."

"You are a jerk Jacob Black and maybe you should go back to wherever you were." I said glowering at him and marched to where my family were standing. Jake followed me seemingly unaffected by my anger.

"So you ready for the party?" Alice asked excitedly.

"There is a party?" Jake asked

"Yes there is and you're not invited." I answered before anyone else could.

"Nessie what is with you? I thought you would be happy that Jake made it for your graduation." My mom, her tone full of parental disapproval.

"How generous of him." I said sarcastically and walked away to find Lena and the gang.

I didn't know where this anger was coming from but I couldn't control it. So he thought that he could come in here and pretend that he hadn't been away for months and that it would all be, the same as before he had left. Yes I was ridiculously happy to see him but he was going to have earn, back his place in my good books.

"She is just angry that I left the way I did." I heard Jake tell them as I stormed off, amusement colouring his voice.

Lena and the girls were really excited for the party at my house. My family had become famous with their huge house and for the lavish parties they threw. We drove back in my new car, my Dad took the wheel.

"You need to take it easy on Jake." My Dad said gently. I pretended I couldn't hear as I stared out the window.

The party was a huge hit and even Rosy had a good time with the guy that she had met at Paul and Rachel's wedding. I took a minute to get some fresh air. I should have known that there was no where around this place that I could be truly alone.

"I guess I owe you an apology." Jake said softly

I whirled around to see Jake standing there admiring the stars.

I sighed

"That's an understatement"

"I'm so happy to see you. I thought maybe getting away and being able clear my head might help a bit but in truth it didn't. I saw your face every minute I was away and it was no life for me and I missed you so much."

"You did?"

"Yes silly girl."

I pouted at his words.

"Nessie I wish I could explain my feelings for you. My world is unbearable without you in it."

"And so is mine Jake. I was so upset when you left like that without telling me."

"I know and I really am sorry for doing that but I just also needed some time I guess."

"So where were you? And are you back for good?" I asked pointedly.

"That's not important Ness. I'm back now and I'm not going anywhere I promise you."

"Why are you being so secretive?" I grumbled.

"Because this isn't the time to discuss that and it's your big day and you should be celebrating."

Jake pulled me in for a hug

"I'm so glad I made it back in time to see you graduate. I'm so proud of you and you look beautiful."

"Thanks Jake." I said resting my head against his chest, enjoying the safety of his arms.

"I suppose you better get back to the party."

"Can't I just stay here, just like this?"I whispered.

"I think seeing as it's your party that you kind of need to be there."

"Yeah I guess."

He followed me back inside. The party was in full swing and I rejoined the crowd. It was a fun night and having Jake there made it even better. My friends all had a great time. Aunt Alice had even decided to hire a deejay for the party and they were playing all our favourite songs. The party only broke up in the early hours of the morning and I was tired but exhilarated as I made my way to bed. Jake came to say goodnight to me.

"Night Nessie, I hope you had a good night."

"Yes I really did and thanks for coming. It meant a lot having you there."

"Of course where else would I have been. Now sweet dreams Miss Renesmee Cullen. Our high school graduate."

He kissed me softly on the lips and it sent an electric charge through me unlike anything that I had ever felt before. I looked at him with wide eyes.

"Night Jake." I mumbled feeling slightly unsteady on my feet.

Jake chuckled as he left my room.

I slept soundly that night and I couldn't forget about how Jake's lips had felt against mine.

The next morning I woke up and I heard Jake's laughter coming from the kitchen. I went to investigate and saw Jake scoffing waffles and eggs and bacon.

"Well morning sleepyhead." Jake said in- between mouthfuls.

"Morning." I said sleepily.

I watched Jake put away his whole full plate of food and I wondered where he put it all.

"So what do you want to do today?" My Mom asked casually.

"I want to learn to drive." I exclaimed.

"Nessie maybe we should wait a while before that happens."

"You and Dad bought the car for me and now you say I have to wait. That's not fair."

My Mom sighed in defeat.

"Ok fine but I'm not teaching you, ask your Dad to take you out."

"Fine." I said and called for my Dad. I knew he would hear me if he was around or near the house.

He was there in a split second.

"Alright I'll take you out but on one condition." He said raising his eyebrows as he waited for my protest.

"Ok what is the condition?"

"That you listen to everything I tell you."

"I can do that."

My Dad seemed to disagree with that but he grabbed the car keys and gave them to me.

"So anybody else, coming for a ride?" I asked before we left.

Jake choked on his glass of orange juice.

"I think that I still want to live a few more years." He smirked.

I rolled my eyes and turned to my Mom.

"Um I...I'll come next time." My Mom stammered.

"Fine be that way, at least Dad believes in me and is giving me a chance." I grumbled and walked out to the car.

"Ok so are you ready?" My Dad said smiling.

"Yes I am." I said confidently and slid behind the wheel.

"Ok so this is an automatic so it will be a bit more powerful than a manual car. Your most important pedal will be the brake." My Dad said pointing to the right one.

I nodded and then he pointed to the accelerator.

"Now with this car you don't need to put your foot down hard on the accelerator at first as its powerful enough that it moves slightly already."

I placed my hands on the steering wheel in the position my dad had shown me and I turned the key. I felt oddly powerful.

"Now put the car in reverse." He ordered.

I put the car in reverse and got a slight shock when the car began to move. My Dad told me when I could put my foot on the accelerator. I didn't push down too hard as I was scared I wouldn't be able to stop and that I would back into something. I made it safely off the driveway and then put the car into drive as my dad instructed. Then we were off and I was driving. I smiled widely as the car moved smoothly. I felt like this was going really well for my first time. My dad wasn't shouting or telling me that I was doing anything wrong; so I carried on further down the road.

I decided that since it was going perfectly that I would speed up a little.

"Don't even think about it Renesmee Cullen."

"Why aren't I doing well?"

"Yes you are but that doesn't mean we should push our luck."

"You drive fast with no hassle." I muttered

"I am a lot older and more experienced at this. I am also a full vampire with lightning quick reflexes."

"Show off." I said under my breath.

My Dad laughed.

"Patience little Renesmee, I promise I will have you driving like a pro in no time."

"Thanks Dad." I said.

I drove around for another hour and then we returned home.

"You both are still alive." Jake said cheerfully as we walked in.

"Jake don't you have somewhere you need to be?" My Dad said rolling his eyes.

"Nope and I thought you would enjoy the pleasure of my company since I haven't been here for a while."

"You would think so wouldn't you but surprisingly no." My Dad teased.

"How about we go for a walk?" I suggested so that my father wouldn't force Jake to leave when I had just gotten him back.

The day was actually a perfect one for Forks. The sun was shining and there was no sign of rain which was highly unusual. I wanted to enjoy the sun while I could.

"So have you thought about what you want to do now that you are finished with school?" Jake asked casually as we walked.

"I'm not sure yet, I'm still in-between a couple of colleges. I'm planning on going to look at NYU and Harvard in the next couple weeks; to see if I could be happy there."

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