The Only Exception
Chapter 11: Bella's POV
Exactly an hour later, we were all in the meeting hall face to face with the Council. Sam and Jake stood in the front while the rest of the pack and I sat in the chairs behind them. In the Council there was Billy, Harry, Old Quil, and a name I don't know referred to only as Mr. River.
"Young Warriors, why have you asked to meet with us today?" Mr. Rivers asks.
"There are two reasons. For one, there has been a change in order in the pack. I am no longer the Alpha," Sam responds.
"Oh? And who is now the Alpha?" Harry although he looks directly at Jake.
"I am. And I want to know about soul bonds," Jake says standing to his full height.
"Congratulations on stepping into your birthright Jacob," Old Quil smiles. Jake simply nods back waiting for an answer.
"Jacob you have imprinted; why do you ask about a soul bond?" Billy wonders.
"I believe that one of my pack members may have one. I want to know more information about it," Jake answers honestly.
"Well, legend has it a soul bond isn't much different than an imprint. The main difference is with a soul bond is that these two people find each other in every life. If one were to die, the other will remain alive unlike with an imprint. Imprints are destined to be together for a lifetime and therefore can find a different mate in the next life. Soul bonds are for eternity," Old Quil explains.
"Can an imprint be someone else's soul bond?" Embry asks.
"It is possible, but very rare. If that were to happen, it would mean the person who connects both is either in grave danger or will change the dynamics of the pack or tribe," Old Quil's voice carries directly to me.
I swear every eye in the room turns to me and I feel the blush creep up my face. "Well, if this is true than I'm banking on the 'grave danger' part," Billy says gravely.
"Who are you imprinted to Isabella Swan?" Harry asks me.
"Embry imprinted on me," I say simply.
"Yet you are with Paul," Harry notes.
"Yes, we are together," Paul answers.
"How can this be?" Mr. River asks.
"Well, technically I was around Paul first. I've known him longer. And then Embry imprinted on me so I decided to give it a try with him but he had a girlfriend at the same time. When I found out, I broke things off and ended up with Paul," I answer in a cliff notes version.
"I'm sure there's more to the story that would have you all here today," Billy says.
"Well yes, but that's the important information," Jake says.
"Now, what makes you think that just because Bella has been with them both, she has a soul bond with Paul?" Harry asks genuinely wondering.
"It's the way I feel about her. The things we've been through together and separately. And the first time I saw her, I knew her even though I'd never met her. And I dream about her but she looks different, different body, different accent, different races but the same eyes and the same love," Paul grabs my hand.
I look at him confused because he's never told me any of this. As he says it I know that it's real, because I've had dreams about him. Shockingly, everything he said was something I have experienced him.
"We'll have to look more into everything and get back to you with our findings. The more information we gain the more we'll have to go on," Billy looks at us knowingly.
I know deep down he knows much more than he is saying. He probably knows I fucked the whole pack except Jake. He probably thinks I'm a slut. I sure hope he doesn't think that I've slept with the enemy. I feel Paul rubbing his hand on my thigh so I glance at him. He looks worried but says nothing.
"This meeting is adjourned," Mr. River says.
Everyone files out and the pack disperses. Paul and I head to his house so that we can talk since it's closer. The ride to his house was silent, not comfortable but not all that uncomfortable either. More like contemplative. I shoot him a smile once we pull up before getting out of the car. It's nice to be here at Paul's for a change.
"A soul bond huh?" I say grabbing his hand.
"It makes so much sense now that it's been confirmed. I knew what I felt for you was similar to an imprint but definitely not one. My wolf is definitely possessive but in my soul, I knew that no matter what we would end up together," Paul tells me rubbing up both of my arms.
"How long did you know?" I ask.
"I saw you on the beach one summer with Jake and I couldn't take my eyes off of you. I almost took you out with a football," Paul says with a smile.
"That was you, wasn't it? I thought you were so cute. You were my first crush actually. Why have we never talked about this before?" I pout a little.
"You know I don't like to sound like a fucking sap baby," Paul grabs my ass.
"I know and I love it. I'm also happy to know that I'm with you for the long haul," I jump up and kiss him hard.
"We probably have an ass of offspring spread throughout the world," Paul says thoughtfully.
"What you mean in other lives we were parents?" I ask.
"Well duh, and then our kids had kids, their kids had kids, and so on," Paul breaks it down.
"What if they all are like us. Our kids just keep becoming our kids and us theirs!" I exclaim.
"That sounds awful Bella. For real. I don't think that's possible," He laughs at me.
"Yeah you're probably right asshole," I say wrapping my legs around him. He looks into my eyes for a moment, looking like he was about to become mushy so I decide to shake things up a bit. "Now, Mr. Lahote, I want you to fuck me on your counter," I whisper in his ear before biting the lobe.
Paul growls before quickly moving to his kitchen and depositing me on top of the counter. "Take your clothes off before I rip them off of your body," he demands.
"Mmm, fuck" I say quickly doing as I'm told.
Paul snatches his shirt off and drops his shorts before he repositions me. He's got me on my hands and knees on the counter. "Shoulders down, ass up," He tells me with a slap on my ass.
Fuck this is gonna be a rough one. I'm so excited I can feel my pussy literally dripping wet. He must notice it because he runs a finger up my thighs and catches the liquid running down my leg. I try to hold still but the anticipation is killing me. I don't want to rush him out loud but in my mind I'm definitely doing just that. I feel his heat covering me and I let out a little moan. I feel like I could cum just from his nearness.
Without another moment passing, Paul slides his dick all the way inside of me roughly. "Holy fuck!" I shout.
Paul lets out an impressed chuckle and continues to slam into me. "Take this fucking dick, Bella," Paul growls.
"Mmm, fuck yes sir," I hiss.
Somehow Paul picks up the pace and I start trying to get away from him. He pins my shoulders down and fucks me almost savagely. I don't know what the fuck is coming out of my mouth but he seems to either like it or not care because nothing changes. Not the strength in his strokes nor the pace and I'm more than okay with it. Just as I'm about to cum, he complete withdraws from me making me scream in frustration. I turn over onto my back to look at him to see what his fucking problem is.
He looks to be absolutely alert not even focused on us fucking. I don't ask what's wrong. I just wait for him to be able to tell me. At that moment, I hear wolf howls and they sound extremely alarming. I look at Paul nervous.
"Put my clothes on and go sit on that couch. Do not leave my eye sight. Embry is on his way here," Paul snaps.
I immediately hop down and throw on my bra and his shirt. I put my own jeans on but he tells me to take them off. "I need you to be completely covered in my scent. There are leeches in the area and I'm sure they want you," Paul informs me.
I sit and try to breathe calmly. "Why's Embry coming?" I ask.
"He's the only other person I know willing to give up his life for you. I'm the best fight babe, I gotta go. But he's staying here to protect you. I'm hoping that if a leech tries to come here, you buried in my scent will give us enough time to hide the fact that you're here so Embry doesn't have to fight one or more alone," Paul explains before bending down and kissing me quickly.
Embry busts through the door freaking me out a bit. "I love you Bella," Paul tells me.
"I love you too. Come back to me," I say kissing him again hard.
"Always," he says before running and phasing as soon as he's off of the porch.
"How many?" I ask dreadfully.
"Edward, Alice, and two others I don't know," Embry answers.
"Other Cullens or do they have red eyes?" I ask.
"They all have red eyes, but the other two aren't Cullens," Embry looks at me.
"Fuck, this isn't good. I shouldn't be here hiding. So many people could lose their lives because of me," I begin to panic.
"Bella, listen, look at me. We would have to do this either way. This is what we're made for. Everyone is going to be fine, I promise," Embry promises grabbing my hands.
"Okay," I nod.
"Wow, the scent in here is extreme," Embry notes jokingly.
"Yeah we were interrupted by this," I shrug my shoulders.
A few minutes later, there is a howl loud close by. "Bella, they've gotta be close, I've gotta phase. Stay inside. Try to hide," Embry said running out.
I crouch low and crawl to the bathroom. There's a cabinet large enough for me to hide in and it's next to Paul's dirty clothes basket. I grab a handful and just as I'm about to cover myself I notice a can of hair spray. Thinking quickly, I run into Paul's room and grab the lighter he keeps next to his bed. I may not be strong enough to tear a vampire apart but if one gets close to me I'm gonna put up a fucking fight before it gets me. I crawl back into the living room and stand off to the side of the door. I knew I couldn't be seen from any of the windows or from the door itself. However, if someone were to walk in I could torch the fuck out of them.
I hear scuffling and growling making me tense up with my shit ready. I start to feel a little nauseous and I know a vampire has gotten closer than I would like. I hear a crunch and a yelp. My heart starts racing and I bust out into a sweat as I feel something getting closer.
"Bella… open up, it's me," a weak voice said.
I peek out the window to see a very naked Embry and I set my weapons down on the shelf next to me. I open the door and help him get himself inside. He's got a gash on his head and it looks like his arm is broken. "Where else do you hurt Embry?" I ask carefully touching him.
"Ribs, broken. Left side, same as the arm," he pants.
"Okay you're okay, you're safe now. Someone will be coming soon right?" I ask.
He nods slightly. "It was Edward, he's still around Bella. I can't protect you," Embry said dejectedly.
"You did good Em, I wouldn't have wanted anything worse to happen to you. Besides, I have a plan but you'll just have to trust me," I whisper the last part.
He looks scared but slightly nods anyway. "He's coming, none of the wolves are here yet," Embry says barely above a whisper. I nod and move to go pick up my weapons.
"Bella, love, I'm here to get you," Edward's velvety voice says from the doorway. "Come closer so I can see you my love, you've grown beautifully," he tries to beckon me forward.
I take a step to the side and poke my head around the corner. "Edward? Why are your eyes red?" I ask sadly.
"I've been killing the murders and rapist," Edward tells me proudly.
"I still don't like that you've been drinking from humans. Why did you come back? Why did you even leave?" I ask angrily.
"I needed to make you safe. But you've fallen in with these dogs and that's unacceptable," he shakes his head.
"I'll come closer to talk to you but please do not touch me or try to take me against my will," I say glad that he can't read my mind.
"Can I at least hold the door open? So that I can see you without the screen in the way?" Edward asks in a shady voice.
"Yes," I say nodding.
He opens the door and stands to the side letting it rest on his fancy ass shoe. I take a few steps closer to him with my arms behind my back and my head down slightly. I want him to feel like I'm nervous. He would never think that I'm about to do what I am about to do.
"I'm so happy to see you alive and well Bella," He tells me with a smile.
"I'm happy too," I say in a non-committal way.
Just a few more steps, and I can torch the fuck out of his ass. I continue to inch forward pretending to be timid. He smiles at me but the smile fades as he hears something out of my ears range. He turns and I take this moment to use my make shift torch on him. He starts yelling and screaming moving extremely slowly away from me. I continue to hold the lighter and the spray not stopping until my wolf comes out of the woods. When I turn around Embry is holding himself up with his good arm in the doorway. He's got such a look of pride on his face.
I turn around just in time to see Paul and Jacob's wolves tearing Edward apart. The last word Edward says is my name and I must admit I feel a little bad. Not much though. The boys change back and Paul runs right to me and kisses me hard. Jake lights up Edward's body parts before walking towards us.
"I'm so fucking pissed off and proud of you at the same time!" Paul scoops me up. "That was so dangerous and smart. You're fucking brilliant and stupid!" he compliments me.
"Thank you! I wasn't going down without a fight," I tell him as he sets me down.
"Bells, that was amazing!" Jake says hugging me.
"It was definitely impressive, Bella," Embry admits.
The rest of the wolves appear in the yard and start changing back into human. They all come to give me hugs and congratulations. I thank each and every one of them for fighting for me. All 4 of the vampires have been killed and burned; Edward, Alice, Victoria, and Laurent. We all go our separate ways to clean up and rest a little before everyone meets back up for a celebratory dinner at my place.
AN: Sorry this one ended a little abruptly. I was just anxious to get it out to you all! I do believe the next chapter will be the last for this story. In case you aren't sick of me and want to read more of my work, I have started a new story called Everything You Are.