Ok I hate A/N but I feel this necessary. First this is the chapter you've all been waiting for so I hope you're not disappointed. I will be posting two chapters today because I think they go together and I'm afraid you'd hunt me down and kill me if I stopped at the end of this one for the weekend! I won't post again until Tues or Wed. next week sorry :(
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We are coming to the end of Jacobs POV and I hope I've done him justice. Please stick with me because we still have a wedding, a honeymoon and some other surprises coming up!
Let's Fight!
Even wrapped in each others arms neither of us slept well. When I opened my eyes Nessie was rubbing small circles across my chest. I could see the fear and sadness in her eyes. I kissed her on the forehead and looked deeply into her eyes.
"I'll be fine Nessie and you'll be safe, I promise." I whispered.
"I know Jake. I'll still worry and I'll still miss you though." she replied.
The sun was just coming up and we didn't have much time. I leaned over and kissed her passionately gripping her waist firmly. She kissed me back eagerly letting her tongue circle mine playfully. I kissed her ear and pulled her close to me one last time before getting up to take my shower. I looked back at her beautiful body laying across my bed and couldn't help but smile.
"I love you Nessie." I grinned as I left the room.
Billy was still in bed when I passed by his room and went to take a shower. The cool water felt good as I closed my eyes and let it roll down my body. I was so lost in my own thoughts I never heard the bathroom door open. Suddenly I felt a slight breeze as the shower curtain opened a little and Nessie stepped in. I looked at her questioningly and she just smiled at me.
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By the time we'd both showered and dressed Billy was making breakfast in the kitchen. He smiled half heartedly at me as we sat down to eat. I could see the concern in his eyes as he watched me eat.
"Dad everything will be fine. We've got them way outnumbered and the training has been great. Don't worry." I smiled at him as I finished my food and cleared my plate.
"Do you want me to take you to Emily's before I leave or are you going to stay here for awhile?" I asked Nessie. She looked over at Billy with real concern on her face.
"I'm going fishing with Charlie this morning Nessie, I'll be fine." Billy smiled at her reassuringly. She smiled back and cleared her plate.
"Emily's then, Jake." she answered following me out of the house.
We took the car to Emily's and I left with Sam, running into the woods behind their house to phase.
I listened to hear who'd phased and who we were still missing.
Does anyone know where Embry and Leah are? I asked realizing they were the only ones still missing.
Leah is still talking to Mom she'll be here is just a few minutes. Seth answered.
I think Embry is taking Sara to Emily's. He's worried about her going into labor because of the stress. Rachel said she was having some contractions last night. Paul said. We ran quietly for a few minutes, everyone thinking about the fight and their families.
Sorry I'm late. Mom needed some reassurances before I left. Leah announced as she began to run to the clearing.
Is she ok? Seth asked concerned.
Yes, she'll be at Emily's today while Charlie is fishing with Billy. Leah told him.
Hey, sorry I'm late. Embry said.
Everything okay with Sara this morning? I asked.
Yea, she's just worried about the fight and the baby. Too much stress I think but she'll be fine. Embry said but we could all see the real concern he had. The baby wasn't due for another five weeks.
As Sam and I approached the clearing I could hear the Cullens and Denali clan already there waiting for us.
Everything in place Edward? I asked as soon as I heard them.
"Yes Jacob. Emmett and Jack have already left for the meeting spot and everyone else is ready." He answered as I came into the clearing.
Thanks. Let's go! I thought.
I followed Edward into the woods towards the meeting spot. The wind was cooperating this morning so they wouldn't even know we were here. I could barely make out Emmett's voice when we stopped, both of us listening intently.
When are they going to be here? I'm ready to take these freaks down. Emmett complained loudly.
Are the others coming? I thought to Edward. He smiled and nodded.
Patience my friend. Jack said dryly. He'd been pretty badly beaten this week and I could tell this was wearing on him. I knew he'd asked Emmett to kill him first when the fight started.
Edwards face began to flash through emotions quickly and I knew he was hearing the thoughts of the newcomers.
"Nine, Jane's in the lead with Alec and Felix right behind her. They're curious about Emmet and why Jack looks so beat up." Edward breathed to me. We knew no one would hear us this far away.
Jack dear, what's going on here? a high pitched voice I could only assume was Jane's asked.
This is Emmett and he's asked to help us with our problem. Jack said flatly.
"She's sizing Emmett up. She knows he's a Cullen and doesn't trust him." Edward said.
You said the Cullens had moved on Jack. She said firmly.
They have. Emmett answered angrily.
My mate and I left them and came here before deciding where to go. Now those mutts have taken my mate and are using her as a training dummy. I want her back and them dead. Emmett's voice was full of anger and hatred.
"She believes him about Rose but she's not so sure that he left us." Edward whispered.
So what happened to you Jack? a more masculine, deeper voice asked.
Sorry, he wasn't very forthcoming with the details of his purpose here when we met. Emmett said smugly.
I could hear laughing and looked at Edward.
"That was Felix. He likes Emmett." Edward smiled.
Tell me Emmett why did you leave your coven? Jane asked sweetly.
Bella! Emmett spit with obvious disgust in his voice.
This time it was Jane's laughter I heard.
"She believes him. She doesn't like Bella either." Edward said with a smile.
Well shall we discuss what you've learned Jack? Jane asked firmly.
Yes, from what I've gathered, with Emmett's help, there are thirteen of them. We found their training area where they spend each morning. Jack paused and the look on Edwards face became horror stricken.
"He's thinking about telling her the truth." Edward gasped. I let out a commanding howl.
Please Emmett understand. I thought hoping he would realize there was a problem with Jack.
They're starting now. Emmett grumbled fiercely.
That's how they start every morning in the clearing. Let's go! Emmet continued furiously. The look on Edwards face relaxed a little.
"Jack's changed his mind now, he'll be quiet. Jane is giddy about Emmett's enthusiasm and Felix is ready to fight." Edward breathed quietly.
Lead the way Emmett. Alec you know what to do when we reach the field. Everyone else surround the area. There will be no discussion. Once Alec has blocked their senses take them down one by one. Jane commanded giddily.
"Let's go, it's time." Edward whispered to me and turned back towards the clearing.
"When Alec's power doesn't work they'll know Bella's here. We'll have to move fast to take them down. They won't be entering the field, Alice has just seen that. Our fight will be in the woods." Edward breathed quietly and quickly as we ran back.
Edward went straight to where Bella was in the treetop to watch from a higher vantage point until it was time. I went straight to the center of the clearing opposite of Sam. The pack's thoughts were all focused and ready. They knew everything I knew and began to move towards their partners for the fight while continuing to 'train'.
We didn't have to wait long for their arrival. A sudden high pitched screech filled the air.
"Now!" Edward shouted from somewhere behind me.
Instantly everyone was in motion. Snarls, growls and ripping sounds echoed throughout the woods. I was only vaguely aware of the fighting going on around me yet very conscious of each pack members well being.
Edward and I double teamed a large Volturi guard heading towards where Bella was stationed trying to protect everyone. While Seth, Paul and Collin surrounded the other guard trying to get to Bella. I saw Emmett through Quil's mind as they worked to take down Felix piece by piece.
As Edward and I worked dismembering the guard in front of us a sickening howl sounded nearby.
EDWARD! GET BELLA! Seth howled in pain as the guard they were fighting bit his leg and bounded up the tree to where Bella was. Paul and Collin were slowly getting off the ground near by having been thrown.
"CARLISLE SETH'S BEEN BITTEN!" Edward shouted as he bound up the tree to Bella. I heard him take off in the treetops following the guard who was following Bella.
Paul phased back quickly and came over to help me burn the guard I had just finished fighting as I felt Seth phase back to human. Collin ran to check on Kevin and Ethan while I began taking stock of the others. I knew there was nothing I could do for Seth so I followed after Edward.
Edward I'm here do you need me? I thought.
Suddenly a body dropped from above me. I immediately recognized the other guard and attacked before he could even turn around. In one swift motion I took his head off and threw his body into a tree.
Is Bella okay? I asked as I shredded the body for burning.
"Yes we're fine." Edward answered as he jumped down next to me with Bella in his arms.
I need a count guys. Did anyone get away? I asked the pack as I ran back to the clearing leaving Edward to burn the body.
I saw Kate and Garrett standing next to a pile of purple smoke on the outskirts of the clearing.
We have one nomad down no injuries. Jared said answering for him, Embry and Brady.
We also have one nomad down but Kevin and Ethan were both injured and are healing. Nate announced.
Tanya and I have another nomad, no injuries and she's burning the other bodies also. Joe said.
Emmett took care of Jack and we got Felix too. Emmett's taking care of the bodies now. Quil added.
We had one nomad and I saw Jasper and Alice take down Alec, the bodies are already burning. Sam ended the update.
Seth? I asked sadly to no one in general.
"Jacob he's fine. Carlisle was able to suck the venom out before any major damage was done." Edward called to me from just outside the clearing where Carlisle was still working on Seth.
Joyous howls erupted from everywhere with Edwards words. We could feel Leah crying as she phased to update the others on the reservation. I sighed contentedly as I realized we'd done it. One by one the pack phased back to human and the celebration began.