The next few months after the lightning strike were great. There were less incidents all together around the tribe and in forks. Everyone was very happy and enjoying things as they were. Emily and Sam had finally gotten married. The wedding was beautiful and most of the pack was in the wedding. I got to be Emily's maid of honor.
A few months later, Emily had announced that she was pregnant with Sam's child. She was so elated about it. I was happy to help her like she had helped me. We have already agreed to let the kids have several play dates together and we knew they'd be like best friends.
I told Emily I was sure I'd have plenty of clothes to share with her if she would like to use any of them. She was so excited that she was crying tears of joy. We made a plan of what to do if something were to happen to her and Sam. They both said that they'd want me and Paul to take care of their child should something ever happen to the two of them. Paul and I agreed of course.
"Are you guys hoping for a boy or a girl?" I asked.
"I'd honestly be fine with either. I know it'll be loving and strong just like my Sam is." Emily said.
"I don't care either. A boy's be nice so he can carry the gene to pass on to the next generation. But I know either way it'll be beautiful and brave just like my Emily." Sam said, handing a plate of food to Emily.
She looked at him with loving eyes.
"You two are so cute together. You know that?" I asked them.
"So we've heard. I couldn't believe it the first time I found out about Sam. I felt so bad for Leah. She was like my best friend and I absolutely hated it when I heard how she took the news." Emily explained.
"I felt very guilty about it as well. I didn't want to have to do that to her. Especially since we had been together for so long. But the imprint is something very special and I couldn't pull myself from my beautiful Bride." Sam said.
I knew how they felt as far as the love went. When it came to feeling bad about someone else being involved with all this, I had no idea what it must be like to feel so guilty for so long. I guess the good thing is Paul and I would never have to go through that. We were in love with each other from the first day that we saw each other on the beach.
It somehow felt like that day was so long ago but so fresh and new at the same time. It was interesting how time passed here at reservation. But I was happy to be here and couldn't help but love the people I got to be with. Of course I still drew the legends when I could. I also still sing and dance because everyone seems to enjoy it. I think about how far I've come and never really noticing it. It felt nice to be loved by so many.