Rekindling What's Meant to Be

JacobxBella

Rated T

Disclaimer: I don't own Twilight or the franchise, as it belongs to Steph Meyers

Rekindling What's Meant to Be

Chapter 13

Driving out of La Push and towards Forks, Jacob couldn't stop the erratic beating of his heart. He was finally taking Bella out on a real date, their first one to be exact. He honestly couldn't help but feel like he was sixteen again, even though he was twenty-nine years old. But he figured that most men, no matter how old they were, felt like nervous teenage boys taking the love of their lives out on dates.

Unbeknownst to Jacob, Bella was thinking the same thing. Here she was, thirty-one years old and couldn't help but feel like she was eighteen again around Jacob. And now for them to be going on a date, she felt so incredibly nervous. It almost seemed ridiculous how nervous she was, but she had to acknowledge that Jacob never failed to make her feel that way when it came to acts of romantic affection. Even though she was excited for this date, she couldn't help but wonder how things would be long term. Anything they could have had before had been destroyed due to her own actions, and she believed she didn't deserve Jacob. He was so amazing and he deserved someone that was good for him—his perfect match—and she didn't think she was it. But she also wanted to take a chance on her own happiness. And Angela was correct about how if she wasn't in love with Jacob, then she wouldn't be so torn up about her feelings for him.

"If you two weren't meant to be, Sarah wouldn't exist." Angela had told her that, and she couldn't help but think that was true. The love she and Jacob had for each other came together and created her beautiful, amazing, loving daughter and a reminder of her love for Jacob. And though she was happy with Sarah, she wanted to be happy with a significant other that didn't resent Sarah for who she was. Not only that, but she still wanted the happily ever after she thought she was going to have and it yet eluded her. Maybe this time around, it would find her and present itself.

They were silent in the car for a moment, only the sound of the radio playing softly filling the car. After a while Bella asked, "So where are we going?"

Smiling Jacob said, "A movie."

"We're going to do dinner and a movie?"

"If the movie is first, then technically it is a movie and dinner. And to answer your question, yes, I am. But it's not just any regular movie, Bells."

Crossing over the border into Forks, Bella tilted her head wondering what Jacob meant. As far as she knew, the only movie theaters there was nearby was in Port Angeles, and if they weren't going there then where were they going? Before she could ponder it more, Jacob turned down a road that she had seen before but never ventured down. They drove along the winding road before finally entering a parking lot filled with other cars. Parking his car in an empty space, Jacob smiled at Bella and asked, "Ready?"

Looking at him Bella smiled in return and nodded answering, "Yeah, I am."

Jacob smiled brightly as they got out of his car, Jacob locking it the moment the doors were shut. The two of them began walking out of the parking lot and along a path that lead through a small patch of trees. As they walked, Jacob brushed his hand against Bella's, almost as if he wanted to hold her hand. The brunette looked down at their hands before tentatively taking hold of the man's. It was almost strange how nervous and skittish they were acting towards each other now. Had they done this thirteen years ago, it wouldn't have even phased them to hold hands; it had been completely natural. But now it was strange, yet completely welcome. Perhaps it had to do with what happened between them and the thirteen years that had passed. Even if that was the case, Bella could feel the nervous tension beginning to dissipate the moment her small hand was enveloped in Jacob's large one.

Looking down at their joined hands, Jacob smiled and gave her hand a small squeeze and kept walking with Bella by his side. Soon they entered a clearing where they were met by large white projection screen. There were many people seated on blankets taking to each other, many of them seeming to be couples. Realizing what she was looking at Bella gasped softly and said in awe, "An outdoor movie!"

"Yeah, I thought you'd like it. You know, something simple but enjoyable," Jacob replied, scratching the back of his head.

Bella grinned brightly up at Jacob and told him, "This is perfect. I've always wanted to go to an outdoor or drive-in movie. But wait, how are we going to enjoy it without a blanket to sit on?"

Grinning at the brunette, Jacob gently tugged her along through the crowd of people to an empty space with a blanket already spread out. On the blanket was a little sign that had Jacob's name on it. Moving to sit on the blue and red checkered blanket, Jacob said, "I took the liberty of reserving a spot of us, though it took a lot of groveling and a payment of thirty dollars."

Chocolate brown eyes stared down at Jacob as Bella tilted her head slightly before she let out a soft chuckle. Moving to sit down next to Jacob, all the while making sure her dress didn't rise to high up her legs, she settled down next to her date and got comfortable on the blanket. Once she was comfy, Bella looked up at Jacob to see him silently watching her, a fond smile on his face. Feeling a blush rising on her cheeks, she asked, "What? What is it?"

Shaking his head, he answered, "Nothing. You're just really beautiful."

The blush on her face deepened and Bella ducked her head, allowing her hair to fall into her face to hide her from view, though it was fruitless. A large hand gently took hold of her chin and lifted her head, causing her to look up at Jacob, looing right into his eyes. Those eyes, they were filled with so much obvious and unabashed love, all of it directed towards her; it made her heart ache. Breaking eye contact with him, Bella cleared her throat before asking, "So, what are we watching?"

Jacob blinked before dropping his hand and saying, "We're watching Titanic."

Bella let out another soft gasp before smiling. She absolutely loved that movie and hadn't seen it in a while. She had tried to get Edward to sit and watch it with her, but he would do nothing but bash the characters and movie while spouting facts she didn't care to know about the real Titanic and other events from 1912. With him spouting his knowledge every time she tried to get him to watch the movie—his own personal attempt to not have to fully watch it—she never got to enjoy it. But now, here with Jacob, she could enjoy the movie to the fullest again. She didn't know if Jacob cared much for the movie, but he was willing to sit and watch it with her because he cared about her and wanted to spend time with her. He really was too sweet for his own good.

As the movie started and the talking crowd began to quiet down, Bella turned her attention to the large screen, immediately drawn into the movie. Jacob too was rather engrossed with the movie, so much so that he was surprised thirty minutes into the movie when Bella leant against him, practically snuggled into his side. Looking down at her he saw Bella looking back up at him, her eyes looking large and innocent in the light of the movie screen.

"Is this okay?" Bella asked him in a whisper, wondering if maybe she had overstepped considering they were really just starting over.

Jacob didn't verbally reply to her question. Instead he wrapped his arm around her and held her closer, silently letting her know that he didn't mind. Smiling to herself, Bella snuggled into Jacob again and turned her attention back to the movie, the two of them enjoying each other's warmth and company as they watched the film. Soon they seemed to forget that there were others around them enjoying the very same movie they were watching. In that moment, it was just the two of them; it was just Jake and Bells.

Bella was happy that Jacob didn't question her or say anything as she sniffled and wiped her tears away with a napkin she had snagged. Titanic always made her cry, especially when Rose told Jack she'd never let go while he sank into the icy ocean. Edward had always criticized her for crying during the movie, but Jacob hadn't done so. No instead, he had said nothing and held her closer, allowing her comfort during the heartbreaking scene and onward. The movie had ended and now it was time for them to go have dinner.

Jacob stood and offered Bella a hand, helping her up before they walked back towards the parking lot. Wiping away the last of her tears and blowing her nose, Bella asked, "Where are we going to eat?"

"I know it's probably not what you were expecting, but I've got us a picnic set up for us not too far from here," Jacob told her.

Smiling in response Bella said, "No, that's great actually. I would love a picnic."

Happy that she liked what he had planned, Jacob took her hand and continued the walk back to his car. Once they reached it and got back inside, Jacob drove back down the winding road and back into the somewhat busy road of Forks, driving about five miles before turning off onto another road. This road was mostly gravel, causing the car to rumble as Jacob drove down it. It wasn't long before Jacob pulled over into what was another parking lot, only this one empty save for their car.

Exiting the car the two of them walked down a path that seemed to lead towards a small lake. As the lake came further into view and grew bigger the closer they got to it, Bella took notice of lantern glowing on the ground about two to three meters away from the shoreline of the lake. Stepping up to it, her eyes widened at seeing the little picnic setup Jacob had made for her. There was a wicker basket, its contents unknown, along with a cooler set next to it. There were two pillows situated on the blanket, either for them to sit on or rest their heads on later, Bella didn't know. And finally, there was a wireless radio playing soft romantic music.

Jacob looked at Bella and held his hand out towards the picnic saying, "After you."

Bella giggled and moved to sit on one of the pillows, waiting for Jacob to do the same. As he began opening and reaching into the wicker basket, Bella briefly wondered if Jacob had really prepared the food they were going to indulge in, or did he buy it already made. However, knowing how Jacob was in a kitchen, she knew he didn't make a single thing. She supposed even if he had bought it, it was the thought that counted, and she was going to enjoy it regardless. As he pulled out the containers, he said, "Just so you know, this food was already prepared when I got it. I wanted to actually make it, but dad told me I was just three minutes from starting a fire in the kitchen."

They both laughed at that, clearly hearing Billy's voice in their heads saying those exact words. Calming down from her laughter Bella replied, "It's alright, Jake. I really appreciate the effort regardless of whether you made the food or not. Besides, the rotisserie chicken smells good."

The man grinned as he continued to empty the wicker basket before filling up the provided plates with food. After handing one of them to Bella, as well as an eating utensil, the two of them dug into the food while conversing with one another. Time seemed to pass by slowly, but in a good way. They talked and laughed together, even after the food was gone, Jacob eating his fair share and then some. Bella couldn't remember the last time that she had laughed and smiled this much in her life. She was having so much fun on her date with Jacob, she didn't want the night to end.

Eventually they both lay back on the blanket, their heads resting on the pillows as they gazed into the night sky. The stars were out and easily seen from where they were, not being obstructed by the lights of the town. Jacob softly pointed out constellations to Bella, even pointing out some Quileute constellations that had her looking at them and him in amazement. When he pointed out a constellation of a wolf, she took note that it wasn't Lupus, but rather one that had to be a Quileute wolf constellation. As they stared at it, Jacob said, "It's believed that constellation is the form of Taha Aki, but no one really knows for sure."

"It's amazing," Bella replied.

Right about the time she said that, a shooting star shot across the sky. Pointing up at the sky Bella said, "A shooting star! Make a wish, Jake."

Jacob was silent for a moment before saying, "My wish has already come true, but if I had to make another one, then I'd wish for it to continue forever."

The brunette turned her head to look at Jacob, meeting his gaze as he looked back at her. They stared at one another for a while before Bella decided to make a bold move. Leaning towards him, she placed a soft yet quick kiss on Jacob's lips before pulling away, directing her gaze back at the sky. As a blush appeared on her cheeks, she whispered, "Me too. I wish for my wish to continue forever too."

The Shifter stared at Bella in shock from her sudden bold move. Bella had just kissed him! Looking back at the starry sky, Jacob couldn't help but smile as he did. Bella had kissed him and while it had been quick, it had sent the most pleasant tingles down his spine and warmth spread throughout his entire body. Grinning, he took hold of Bella's hand and held it tightly without hurting her, entwining their fingers as he did. Bella gave his hand a squeeze in return, the both of them happy that their date was ending on a good note. But most of all, they were happy that they were rekindling the romance they never officially got to pursue before. It made them both happy and looking forward to what the future had in store for them.

Sarah lay in bed looking at the ceiling, thinking about the Quileute legends that her grandfather had told her. She couldn't believe that the Quileute people were descendants of wolf Shifters, or something like that. It was so fascinating to learn that the warriors of old were protectors of their lands and tribes, according to the legend of course. And though it seemed to be real with the way grandpa Billy had told it to her, she had to remind herself some of it probably wasn't real or true. Even so, his stories and descriptions of the Cold Ones made her blood seem to run cold.

The Cold Ones almost sounded like—at least by appearance, anyway—the Cullens. But the Cold Ones were vampires, and the Cullens weren't vampires, nor did vampires really exist. Still, the Cold Ones from her grandfather's stories gave her pause in concern to her mother's husband—or was it ex-husband now?—and his family. She figured she was probably getting herself stirred up over something that wasn't true and decided to shove it out of her mind for now.

Snuggling deeper into the sheets, Sarah felt herself drifting off to sleep, attempting to fight to stay awake to wait for her parents to return home. But try as she might, she lost the battle of wakefulness and soon fell into slumber, her dreams filled with Quileute warriors and wolves the size of trucks, roaming their lands and protecting them from Cold Ones.

Author's Note: I think I really suck at writing chapters dealing with dates, but I'm hoping this one turned out alright. I wanted to focus on how though both Jacob and Bella were nervous for their date, how they seemed to easily fall back into how they acted before as teenagers, and I hoped I was able to somewhat capture that. Also, it seems like Sarah might be in the beginning stages of putting the truth together, doesn't she? Anyway, I hope you all enjoyed this chapter and stay tuned for the next one. Love, SehunsBae37.