"That's not true, Jacob." I placed my hands on his face. I was petrified because I didn't want him overthinking everything that was happening.

"You were mumbling in your dreams. I didn't make it out clearly, but it was evident what you were saying." He took in a deep breath before he finally repeated the words, "You kept saying 'Please, Steven. Look at me...I love you.'"

He didn't want to look me in the eyes. His voice was uncertain, and he sounded broken. His hands rested by his side. He was upset and didn't even dare want to touch me. The sharp pain in my heart was escalating.

"It was a dream, Jacob. A dream that was controlled by Steven. I was a ghost sailing through a life that wasn't my own."

He still didn't want to look at me, so I grabbed his hands and placed them in front of me.

"What I saw, Jacob, was true love unfolding between two people, Angara and Steven. I won't hide the fact that I felt everything Angara felt for Steven. But they were Angara's feelings. It was hard, but I also felt pain because my heart yearned for you. And I felt guilty that it tormented me. But as much as I was consumed with those emotions, I always knew that they were nothing compared to what I truly feel for you. Jacob, their love was real, but what we have is something that even a spell can't control. I love you, Jacob, and whatever was said in my dream was only because it was Angara speaking it to Steven. It was never me; it was never my heart speaking those words."

I took both his hands and kissed them. I was trembling. This was one battle I did not want to lose. Steven may have had a spell over me, but Jacob was the one who had the power over me. I didn't know how else to make him understand.

He pulled me in, and my heart felt an immense release of anguish. He buried his nose beside my neck and into my tousled hair. He inhaled me and released his tears. "I can't lose you, Nessie." I held him tighter, and his grip was locked on me. "Hearing those words felt like a blade through my heart. The only thing I knew to do was hold you in my arms all night, and wait for you to return to me from your dream."

"I never left you, Jacob. I never will."

I wiped his tears away and placed subtle kisses on his face. We laid in bed in silence with our legs intertwined, my head resting on his bare chest, and my hand placed over his heart. I knew he wanted to know but didn't want to ask. He finally gave in, "What did you dream about this time?"

I told him everything about what I saw from the battlefield up until the moment Angara and Steven made love. I confessed the dream enabled me to feel all the emotions and senses, but I reiterated they were Angara's feeling and none of them were my own.

"So his real name is Stepan, and we still have no idea what he is or what Angara was also?"

Jacob was right. There were still some pieces missing, and I knew the story was not complete. Did we want to risk it continuing to seek the answers through the dreams or should we end the spell?

Suddenly my phone rang. It was a number I didn't recognize, and the area code was from Seattle. Jacob handed me my phone.

"Hello."

"Renesmee." It was Steven. "I apologize for calling you but I needed to inform you about the date. Tina was so too kind in providing me with your contact number."

"It's okay. What's going on?" I guess I understood how he got my number. I stared at Jacob all the while talking with Steven. I knew Jacob could hear the conversation too.

"I forgot about the charity event tomorrow evening in Seattle. I'm usually more alert than this but there has been so many distractions as of late that it didn't cross my mind."

"No worries, Steven. We can always reschedule your date with Kate."

"Actually, I was hoping that we could all attend the charity event together. It's a mundane event but for a good cause. We could all meet at Forks Airport and take my chopper into Seattle."

I wanted to know Jacob's thoughts and if we should move forward. I shrugged my shoulders and raised my hand to ask him. He nodded meaning he still wanted to move forward with having Kate meet with Steven.

"Renesmee?" Steven was waiting for my response.

"You know, Steven, sounds like we can make it work. What time shall we be at the airport?"

"Take off will be at 1800 hours."

6:00 pm. That would work. "Alright then, see you tomorrow evening."

"Perfect. One more thing, Renesmee. It is a formal event, so evening gowns and black ties are required."

Jacob rolled his eyes when he heard that statement. "It isn't a problem. I'm sure we will find something. We'll talk later, Steven."

"Goodbye, Renesmee."

I hung up the phone, and Jacob walked out of the room. I followed him and didn't know what was going on in his mind. "Talk to me, Jacob."

"It's just hard listening to his voice and knowing full well what his intentions are."

"I know and I don't blame you, but we're so close to learning the entire truth. Tomorrow we'll know for sure what he may be."

After speaking with Kate, she decided to remain in Seattle and would meet us at the charity event. She had high hopes of getting more vital information in order to solve this mystery of Steven.

That evening crept its way, and I felt more nervous as the time was counting down. I stared at my image in the mirror. I didn't recognize myself. I rarely wore dresses much less evening gowns. When we renovated our bedroom, Alice filled our walk in closet with an immense amount of designer clothes that we would never wear or purchase. It was a wedding gift from her, and she did not hold back. This was my first time I was able to peruse through all the lavish gowns. It was overwhelming with all the spectrum of colors to select from. I decided to be bold and chose the red strapless gown.

I didn't know how to describe it except it was beyond beautiful with the flowing sheer material that flowed down from the waistline. The detail on the top helped accentuate my curves which I hesitated at the sight of too much exposure. Maybe I should change into something not so revealing?

*****Jacob's POV*****

My heart stopped. My breathing halted. I didn't want to blink in case the beauty in front of me would disappear. She was always beautiful no matter what she wore or how she looked, but tonight, she was more than alluring. She studied herself carefully in the mirror. No doubt in my mind she wanted to change into another dress, but I was craving what I saw in front of me and don't know if I could imagine her in anything else.

The soft curls of her hair flowed down over her breasts which made it hard for me not to want to undress her. Maybe I had time to make love to her before heading off?

She finally noticed me standing there staring at her. She blushed immediately and looked down on the floor. I wish she knew how desirable she was.

I walked behind her and strategically placed a strand of her hair behind her shoulder. I leaned down and kissed her shoulder and worked towards her neck. She leaned her head to the side welcoming my kisses. My hands wrapped her waist, and I cupped her breast and gently lowered the gown. With her breast exposed, I pinched her nipple until it hardened. She let out a soft whimper and was pleased at my touch.

"Jacob." She was panting and trying to speak, but my lips devoured hers before she could speak again. She released a moan from the back of her throat.

"Jacob. We. Don't. Have. Time." Each word was followed by her panting which drove my groin mad.

I began to unzip her zipper in the back and pulled the gown all the way down to the floor.

My God. She was a sight to see. She was wearing seductive lacy lingerie. I've never seen her in anything like this before. Looking in the mirror, her breasts were fully exposed and her nipples were hard and ready for me to suck on. She wore hoses that went to her thigh and they were clasped to her waistband. The laces were intricately detailed around her thighs where the hose stopped. But between her thighs seemed to be more enticing as it hid behind a softer design of laces and what looked like diamond beads.

She was still blushing and I don't know why she would. I was her husband and have seen her fully naked in every aspect.

"Nessie. You are one true goddess like creature."

I grabbed her from behind, and my left hand massaged her breasts. With my right hand, I trailed my way between her thighs. My fingers ran across the lace and diamonds, and then I realized she was fully exposed down there. There was nothing protecting her most vulnerable spot. I didn't know if it bothered me at how exposed she was, or if it made me desire her more. But the decision was already made for me as I was hard for her. My fingers fondled with her and went in deep to find her warmth and sweet juices. She was so ready for me, and I needed her now.

I released her and lifted one leg out of the gown and made her spread her legs wide for me. She was standing provocatively staring at me in the mirror. I placed my hands on her shoulder and slowly made her bow down as low as she could while her hands leaned against the mirror.

I took a step back and stared at the beautiful way she was exposing herself to me. I got on my knees and caressed her legs with my hands from her ankles all the way up until it reached her inner thighs. My fingers massaged her behind her soft curls. I placed one then two fingers inside her. She moaned at each motion and tilted her back closer to me. I took it as an invitation to taste her, so I welcomed it. My tongue found its way deep into her. My lips were against her soft skin and each devour made me harder.

Her whimpers got louder, and I needed to be inside her now. I stood up and unzipped my trousers. I didn't wait for them to fall and thrust myself hard and deep into her. I held on to her waist and pulled her closer to me as I entered her with a violent thrust. It wasn't long before I felt her release herself, and I felt powerless. My seeds came rushing out into her as I pushed one more time deep within her making sure she could feel all of me.

I rested my body on top of her and she was still holding herself against the mirror. We both were out of breath. I pulled her up and kissed behind her neck. She still tasted so sweet after lovemaking.

Before I let her go, I took out the tiny box in my pocket. I handed it to her, and she looked surprised. While I fixed my trousers, she took it from me and opened it.

Inside was a black ring. The design was the Quileute emblem.

"Jacob. It's beautiful."

"It's nothing extravagant and doesn't match or compare to how you look this evening. It won't replace the first ring I made you, but I had this handmade exclusively for you. You may not be a Quileute by blood, but this Quileute will always be yours to own." I placed her hand on my heart and took the ring out of the box. I put it on her finger, and she was starting to let her tears flow.

I wiped the tears off. "Come on. Don't cry. You'll mess up your makeup and we'll really be late."

She shook her head and let out a small laugh. She kept staring at the ring. "I'm never going to take this off."

She kissed me hard and I obliged, and I started to help her into her gown.

"I love you in these new seductress items. You'll have to wear these to sleep tonight though I know I won't be sleeping."

Again her face blushed, and she couldn't look me in the eyes. I placed my hand on her chin and turned her eyes to mine. "Hey, it's just me. No need to shy away from your husband." She nodded her head in agreement, and soon we were out the door and on our way to Forks Airport.

We arrived a few minutes late, and the chopper was ready for us. Steven was standing while holding the door open. He gasped at the sight of Nessie. I completely understood how he felt, but she wasn't his for the tasting.

"Renesmee, your beauty exceeds your own every day." He took her hand to help her into the chopper.

"Thank you, Steven." She sat down and placed her hand to the seat next to her to lead me inside.

"Jacob. You look quite the devil yourself tonight. Thank you for attending tonight's charity on such late notice."

"Sorry, to keep you waiting. Came upon a few unexpected things tonight and had to take advantage of the moment."

He was startled at my response and held my hand with more pressure. It didn't faze me. It seemed tonight was going to be a full on pissing battle though, and I was ready for it.

We strapped ourselves in, and Steven proceeded to get us ready for takeoff.

I had to admit the scenery was amazing with the dark skies filled with stars already. Nessie couldn't stop smiling and grasped my hand over her chest at the views. Steven would every so often glance at Nessie and grin when he saw her reaction.

"I hope you are all comfortable and enjoying yourselves during this quick flight."

"It's breathtaking, Steven. Absolutely breathtaking."

"Yes, it's quite a view up here. Even more breathtaking now."

I wanted to shred this bastard to pieces already, but we reached our destination and landed on a helipad on top of a high rise in Seattle. A man walked up to our door and opened it for us then directed his hand towards the entrance door.

We entered an enclosed glass lobby with an elevator. Steven reached over to press the button, and we waited in silence as the elevator arrived.

The event was only a few floors below the helipad. As we entered the room, there was a poster detailing the charity name. "Run for Your Ice" a Steven Vasaliev Foundation.

Nessie and I weren't aware it was his event. He looked at us, "I'm sorry. I didn't have time to give you all the details about the charity. Yes, it's my own charity. It's simple really. We raise funds to help with the study of glaciers or any form of nature dealing with the cold or tundra. We run marathons on ice, and it gets pretty competitive but all for a good cause."

He placed his hands on my shoulder, "Jacob, you look like your physique could handle the cold terrain and compete in the run. You should join me for our next marathon."

I would out run him without him even knowing it. "Sounds worthy, Steven. I'll think about it. I'm a little competitive myself."

"That's the spirit. You and I competing for the prize."

I looked directly at Nessie, "All for nature and its beauty."

That's right, Steven. This isn't about me.

Nessie's phone rang, "Oh it's Kate. She's on her way up now."

Great. We can finally get some answers once Kate meets Steven. But Nessie and I had to remember we were there to protect Kate, should she be discovered as a witch by Steven.

A waitress walked over and served champagne for us. She kept staring at me, and Nessie poked my side. I leaned down to her and whispered, "Are you jealous?"

"I would be lying if I said I wasn't. You are too handsome this evening, my husband."

She brought herself up to me, but I bent down and kissed her.

"Jacob! Renesmee!"

It was Kate. She looked so different out of her white coat.

"Kate, you look beautiful."

"Aww, Jacob, stop it. Not in front of your wife. You cleaned up well yourself."

"Thank you."

She turned to look at Renesmee. "Renesmee, look at you. You'd think this evening was all about you as you're so strikingly stunning tonight."

She blushed like always when compliments came her way. "Thank you, Kate. I love your evening gown. But please let me introduce you to Steven."

Steven was surprised at Kate's beauty. He straightened his tie and brought his hand outward so Kate could place her hand in his. She was appealed by his looks and his manner. She brought her hand forward and placed it in his palm. Here comes the moment we've been waiting for.

Steven brought her hand up to his lips and kissed them, "It's the lovely Miss Kate or Doctor Kate. The pleasure is truly all mine."

She was blushing. Of course, it seemed every womanly creature was fixated with his devilish looks.

"Please call me Kate. There is no need for formality here."

"As you wish, Kate. Why do I feel the urge to thank Renesmee already for this evening?"

"She's a spirited one, isn't she, Jacob? There's no winning with her."

Before we could talk some more, a woman walked over to Steven and whispered into his ear.

He looked at all of us and brought his hand out to Kate. "Please, Kate, I'd like to introduce you to some colleagues of mine. They would never believe that I found myself a beautiful creature like you as my date."

She excused herself away from Nessie and me. Steven turned to look at us, "Jacob and Renesmee, please feel free to mingle for a few, and dinner will start shortly."

Damn him. I wanted just five seconds alone with Kate and needed to know the answer. I know Nessie felt the same way.

We decided to avoid others and made our way out to the balcony. She held on to my arms and leaned against my arm. The city lights of Seattle were mesmerizing.

"The scenery here is stunning, Jacob. But it doesn't compare to nightfall at home on La Push. I prefer the sound of the ocean waves and salty sea air."

She was right about that. There wasn't much here to offer me or us. It felt good to know home was La Push to her.

It wasn't long before we were all called to our seats. Kate and Steven were seated up front with the rest of his staff while we were a few tables away from them. Kate finally had the opportunity to make eye contact with us. She nodded her head towards the door, but before she was about to get up Steven introduced her to another couple. Then the woman who had talked to Steven earlier whispered again into his ear. He smiled and asked everyone to have a seat at their table. Soon there was a man up on stage and he started speaking into the microphone.

He spoke of the charity and its purpose, and how tonight's event raised well over a quarter million dollars to the "Run for Your Ice" charity. The applause was overwhelming and then he introduced Steven and gave an introduction about Steven's first love for the ice. The passion started because of his love for the people living in Russia when Steven went to visit during his long term vacation there. Somehow when he left there, he felt he needed to do something to protect the environment and its people. He then combined his love of running and partnered with Bill Gates to start this charity as his first from his foundation.

Steven finally made his way up on stage and received a standing ovation. He started to thank everyone in attendance in his speech and looked around the audience but stopped when he saw Nessie. He gazed down at the podium pondering for a moment.

"However, tonight is more than special to me because I feel that for once, my life has finally found everything it has been searching for."

Nessie looked at me and held my hands. She knew they were getting warmer by the minute. She leaned over and whispered into my ears, "I love you."

Steven finished his speech, and the waiters began to serve dinner. We didn't mingle too much with the guests at our table because we kept our focus on Kate. She finally excused herself from the table and headed out to the hallway. Steven looked at her leave, and saw that Nessie and I were both about to get up and leave too.

I excused myself from the table, and told Nessie to stay behind to not make it look suspicious since Steven was staring our way. She nodded in agreement, and I quickly followed Kate. Once we were in the hallway, we tried to find a quiet area.

"Jacob, there's no time. May located the picture and ring. It's in this building on another floor. We have to go now. I need your strength to take down the door"

"Aright, let me go get Nessie."

I returned to the table and Nessie was missing. I asked the guests at the table where Nessie had left, but they said she got up and didn't say a word.

Shit. Where in the hell was she? I tried calling her cell, but she didn't pick up. I went out to the hallway again, and she was nowhere.

"Kate, check the restrooms to see if Nessie is in there. She's not at the table."

Kate went into the restrooms and couldn't find Nessie.

"Jacob, we don't have time. I'll explain later, but we have to go."

Steven came from the dining hall and saw us by the elevator, "Are you leaving already, Kate? Was I that much of a bore?"

"Steven, no. I'm so sorry, I was just telling Jacob that I received an emergency medical call that I have to attend. He was going to escort me out, but he was supposed to tell you once he came back upstairs. It was so lovely to meet you. Hopefully, we'll meet up again soon"

"But of course, Kate."

The elevator door opened and Kate entered. She waited for me, and I didn't want to leave Nessie without knowing where she was.

I turned to look at Steven, "If you see Nessie, let her know I went to see Kate off."

He nodded at me, and I walked into the elevator. Kate looked at me, "She's going to be alright, Jacob, but if we don't destroy this tonight it could be the last time she'll ever love you."

I wanted to believe her. I wanted all this to go away and live our normal life back in La Push.

"Jacob, there's something you should know. It's Steven. He's not a witch."

"What the hell is he then?"

"I don't know, Jacob, but I'm hoping we'll find out once we get into this room."

We arrived on the floor that May had said where it was located. The door was bolted, but it didn't hold against my strength.

What we saw was extreme in every way. The layout of candles, the collected items, pictures of Nessie everywhere; it was eerie and a stalker's haven.

"What the hell is this, Kate?"

"It's all witch magic but it's not him that's creating the spells. Evidently, he's been working with someone. I don't know whom."

We finally found the picture and ring. It was surrounded within a circle surrounded by salt, and candles lit all around. I went in to grab it but there seemed to be a wall preventing me from entering the circle. I grabbed an object and threw it in, but the object bounced back.

"It's not that easy, Jacob. It has a protective spell. Give me a moment to break it."

Kate closed her eyes and brought her hands forward and started repeating a dialect I didn't understand. She kept repeating it and the fire started getting higher, then the salt started melting away. Once it all disappeared, I crossed over and was able to grab the picture.

"Throw it into the fire, Jacob. The fire started the spell, so it can be the only thing that destroys the spell."

I didn't hesitate and placed it over the candle. I watched as the picture of us smiling at each other started to melt away. The flower weed wilted some more with the flame and soon it all turned into ashes.

I felt a sense of relief that this was over. We had to get Nessie then get the hell out of here and leave this place for good.

*****Nessie's POV*****

Jacob left to follow Kate since Steven kept staring our way. I decided to make small talk with the rest of the table. However, I thought I saw a familiar face.

I got up from my table and walked over to her. She was entering into the kitchen doors. I walked past the doors and into the serving room. "Tina!"

"Renesmee! What are you doing here?"

"I could ask you the same question." I gave her a big hug and was delighted to see her.

"Well, you know how sweet Mr. Steven is, and he asked me to make my key lime pie for the event. The people here really love it, Renesmee."

"That's great to hear! I'm so happy for you."

"I know! Who would have thought a small town folk like me would make it big in Seattle!"

We both laughed and soon Steven entered the room. I smiled at him, "Steven, it's so sweet of you to bring Tina here."

He smiled in return, "She's definitely a hard worker, and one I don't plan on losing."

He smiled at Tina, and she blushed back.

"Renesmee, Jacob had to leave with Kate, but he'll be back for you shortly."

"Oh, ok, what happened?"

"Medical emergency, it seems."

He turned to look at Tina. "Do we have much time left?"

"Before they find it and destroy it? Not sure, but you don't have much time. It needs to happen now."

I was lost. I didn't know what they were talking about.

"What are you both talking about? Find what? Who's they?"

Tina's smile turned cold. "Did you really think I was here to make key lime pies? I'm so tired of making key lime pies. My powers are being wasted in the kitchen. I was meant to work my magic for power. I'm sorry it has come to this, Renesmee. I liked you, I really did. Especially that husband of yours, but Mr. Steven has helped our family for centuries and we owe our lives to him."

I backed away and turned to the door, but Steven was already there. How did he get there so fast?

"How can you be so fast for a witch?"

"That's because I'm not a witch, love."

He placed a napkin over my mouth, and I inhaled the strong scent in it. It made me immediately drowsy, and I tried to fight it. Soon I was drifting off, the room turned dark and I felt powerless.

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