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Chapter 6

Heathcliff was engulfed by his mother before he had even shut the door behind him. He gently pushed her away and nodded to his father who was laying on the bed television remote in hand. Placing his bag on the floor he once again pushed his mother away excusing himself to the bathroom. Through the closed door he could hear his parents whispering to each other but he had no idea what. After several minutes he knew he couldn't delay it any longer and went out to the main room. As his mother went to pull him into her arms again the young man held up his hands.

"Enough mom." Heathcliff demanded.

"Baby?"

"I'm not a baby mom I'm nearly nineteen years old I'm not a kid anymore."

"Heathcliff Seth Black! Don't talk to your mother like that, show some respect." Jacob growled getting up to comfort his wife.

"I've done nothing but respect mom and you all my life. Yet you're here because you don't trust my judgement. I like Seth and Jasper and I loved living with them. Just because you have some history with Jazz…."

"You think you're all grown up. You have no idea what I went through to make sure my family and tribe were safe. No idea at all. People like Jasper…"

"Jake calm down."

Jacob looked down at his imprint. He hated how he wasn't allowed to tell his children what he had done. He was proud of his people and proud that he along with his pack brothers saved not only his wife but his people not once but numerous times. Not often that Jacob hated the imprint needing doing whatever his beloved wife wanted. If it had been up to him he would have told all his children and his pack's kids the truth. He hated how he himself was thrown in the deep end thinking he had lost his mind.

"Apologise to your mother."

"No! I'm sorry but I won't. You shouldn't have come here." Heathcliff cried.

Jacob pushed his wife to the side and stepped in front of his son. Towering over his youngest he could feel the fear his son had for him. Not once had he used his strength or his size to scare his kids. He most certainly did not spank his children believing that it was not called for. He never hated his dad for spanking him throughout his childhood but never saw the point in hurting his child which in turn would hurt him. Taking a deep breath he pulled Heathcliff into a bear hug. How he missed this child and yes to Jacob he was just a child their baby.

"I'm sorry son. I know we should have talked to you first but honestly I believe we have made the right decision. Jasper is a dangerous man no matter what you or Seth believe. He almost killed your mother."

"Jacob." Isabella shouted.

"He has the right to know Bella." Jacob said sighing and sitting on the bed.

"Right to know what?" Heathcliff said sitting down on the bed beside his father.

The alpha had begged his father to tell Ephriam their secret before he passed away since Isabella refused to allow him to tell his own family then insisted the rest of the pack be ordered to do the same. Billy agreed as he saw the error of the tribe elders in not sharing the information with the pack before the phased. Some of course took it better than others but his own son was rattled by the discovery of his birthright. As future alpha he had tried to bring his son up to be a leader he was destined to be. Even though he may not have shifted like himself and lived a normal life. It was why he agreed and told Ephriam everything. he could.

"It doesn't matter." Isabella glared at her husband.

"Dad?"

"I'm sorry son." Jacob got up and grabbed his wallet he needed to get out of the room and get some space between himself and his wife.

Once the door was shut Heathcliff looked at his mother who refused to look her youngest in the eye.

"Why do you do that to dad?"

"Do what?" Isabella asked confused.

"Tell him what to do all the time." Isabella went to protest only to have Heathcliff hold up his hand. "Mom I love you I really do, but you are hiding something from me. I'm legally allowed to do what I like."

"Don't you dare speak to me like that Heathcliff."

"Like what mom? Like I'm an independant person. I've done nothing but respect you and dad all my life and now it's your turn to show me some respect as well. And while you're at it show some to dad. I'm going to go find dad." he said grabbing his jacket and headed out the door.

Heathcliff didn't have to go far to find his father. Jacob was sitting at the bar in the lobby. The young man sat beside his father and ordered himself a coke. Jacob looked at his son and smiled.

"You know we only do it because we love you right?"

"I know dad."

"Give me another one." Jacob said as the bartender came back with Heathcliff's order.

Jacob hardly drunk beer let alone whiskey he was drinking now. Everyone had their secrets and Jacob had one that only two people knew and his dead father was one of them. Not even his beloved wife knew and it would remain that way taking it to the grave with him. Now the kids had left home Jacob felt lost. His life revolved around them and Isabella. Gone were the days of taking Ephraim to soccer or Heathcliff to the hospital. Now it was just him and Isabella.

"How is Seth?"

"Hot." Heathcliff admitted with a chuckle and a blush.

Jacob boomed out a laugh. Seth was good looking no one could deny that. The alpha wondered if he still used his puppy eyes to get away with things he shouldn't. Many times the pack bitched about the young cub getting away with murder. However one look at him batting his long lashes and cute face and they would forget why they were mad at him as well. Jacob doubted very much that Jasper had as much power over him as Isabella had on himself.

"Dad why do you let mom control you?"

"I don't." Jacob said taking another sip of his drink.

"Yeah you do. I never noticed it until a few years ago. Remember when I went on that exchange for a week in Forks while you had one of the kids at our house." Jacob nodded.

He and Isabella freaked when they saw a emo looking kid standing at their door with makeup on and dyed hair. The wolf feared his son would come back looking just as bad and have some piercings. Turned out the kid whose name he had forgotten was pretty awesome and the pair got along just fine finding interest in cars. He regretted that he never kept in touch with the boy.

"Anyway it was then dad. Mom has like this leash around your neck."

"You shouldn't speak to me like this son." Jacob growled.

"I know. Just thought I would say my peace. Now can we talk about me living with Seth and Jasper."

"Nothing to say. I've made up my mind."

Heathcliff sighed. "Did Jasper really try to kill mom?"

"Yes."

"He doesn't look like a murder to me. He has been nothing but kind to me."

"Yeah well looks can be deceiving and you best well remember that son."

"Do you honestly believe Seth would let him hurt me?"

It was the former shifters turn to sigh. "He wouldn't have much choice son. He would do anything in his power to keep you safe. I know that. Seth is my best friend and I know he loves you like one of his own." Jacob swallowed hard trying to keep the tears at bay. He missed his friend so much it hurt.

Ephraim leaned back from Jasper. "Okay now I understand why dad is a bit upset. You tried to eat my mother."

"I have better control now."

"Yeah but still my mom."

"Eph, Jasper will never forgive himself for his moment of weakness. Her blood draws in vampires. Even Carlisle found her blood enticing."

"Wait, Carlisle, isn't he the doctor or something?"

"He is and never tasted human blood in his life. Just like my adopted sister Rosalie. We aren't all bad people. Do you know how many vampires are in this city alone?" Jasper asked. Ephraim shook his head.

"Come on let's go for a walk." Jasper looked at his mate who nodded knowing where they were going.

When Jasper turned to lock the door Seth spoke without Ephraim noticing. "You think this is a good idea Jazz. What if they try to hurt him?"

"Because he smells disgusting. No one would even try to get close to him."

"What you think he will shift?"

"I doubt it. I feel no extra emotions coming from him."

Unlike with a normal human's, shifters had two emotions that of their human self and that of their wolf. Seth's wolf was much calmer than the average wolf. In fact he was rather docile unless he felt threatened. The shifter seemed satisfied but knew he would be on full alert in case his mate was wrong.

As soon as the threesome stepped through the door all eyes turned to them. Ephraim had been in some seedy places but this topped the lot. Jasper went to the bar and ordered two beers. The bartender glared with his bright red eyes but did as he was asked and put two bottles down on the counter. Someone stepped up behind him and clasped him on the shoulder.

"You are killing my business man. Why you bring dogs in with you?"

"Peter you know Seth is going to kick your ass for calling him a dog don't you?" Jasper chuckled allowing his friend to pull him into a hug.

"Better than calling him mongrel."

Jasper picked up the bottles and headed towards his mate and Ephraim who was watching everyone with interest.

"Pete this is Ephraim Black Eph this is my best friend Peter, we were brothers in arms many centuries ago."

Ephraim held out his hand and shook the cold hand. He couldn't take his eyes off the red eyes that were staring back at him. Giving a shiver he pressed himself closer to Seth's warmth. Jasper was glad to see and feel that the young man felt fear.

"Relax kid you smell disgusting." Peter said pulling Seth up and embracing him as well. "Hello pup it's been too long."

"Well I would invite you and Charlotte around for dinner sometime but I would kinda have to kill you." Seth chuckled.

Pete slapped him on the back and sat down across from the three men. Ten years ago he and Charlotte decided that travelling was getting tedious and wanted to settle down. They fell in love with New York and the many variety of snacks. It was Peter's idea that they open a bar where not only humans could come but also vampires. Rule was they weren't allowed to touch the clientele until they were at least a block away after they had spent their hard earned cash.

Over the decades Jasper had tried to get him and his wife to change their diet to animal blood but neither Charlotte nor himself had any desire. He owed his friend his life and would do almost anything for him. Almost being the operative word.

"Charlotte will be sad she missed you. She decided to go hunting further afield. So care to explain why you brought a puppy into my bar?"

"He is my alpha's son. I thought it was about time he began to understand his heritage." Seth said sipping his beer.

"You're playing a dangerous game my friends." He looked at Ephraim and looked him directly in the eye. "This is the only time you will come into my bar. I cannot assure your safety after today. Seth may have Jasper to protect him but you. Your open fodder." Peter stood up and nodded to the threesome before heading back to the game of pool he had been playing.

"Jesus he is creepy."

Peter turned around and laughed before winking at Ephraim as he licked his lips. "Come on we don't want to out stay our welcome." Jasper said standing up. Both Ephraim and Seth knocked back their beer not wanting to waste it.

"How many were in there. I saw five."

"There were twenty seven not counting Peter." Seth said wrinkling his nose. He hated going to Peter's bar and kept well away when he could. He was in no danger as the vampires knew he was as dangerous as them if not more.

"Okay now I'm beginning to understand mom and dad a bit more." he admitted.

"Eph didn't you hear Peter. You stink to our kind. We don't have any wish to drain you of your blood. Heathcliff smells just as strongly as you do. Your father certainly has given you boys his genes. Which will protect you like nothing else."

"Did you feel different in there. Like something wanted to get out?" Seth asked.

"Other than me wanting to crap myself nope." Ephraim chuckled.

Seth sniggered while his mate wrinkled his nose in disgust. The human needs were something he didn't miss.

"Come on I want you to meet one more person then we will go eat." Jasper said.

They hailed a cab and made their way to the opposite end of the city. Seth pointed out different area's and were the best bars were and so on. Ephraim soaked it all up and was yet to tell his dad's best friend that he wanted to stay in the city and try make it big. They stood in front of a impressive apartment complex. Seth tensed and let out a growl that even Ephraim could hear. Jasper sighed and took his lovers hand in his before kissing it.

"Baby you have to let the past go. Edward accepts you as my mate and it's time you let the pass go."

"What the hell, Are you saying we are meeting another leech? I mean vampire. Sorry Jasper no offence."

"None taken your father has called me much worse. My brother Edward lives here I want you to meet him and I want my beloved to accept him as well."

"Good luck with that." Ephraim didn't need Jasper's talent to see that Seth was not happy. His whole body tense and trembling. The young man wondered what their history was.

They were let up to Edward's apartment. The door was open before Jasper could even take his lovers trembling hand.

"Jasper, Seth." Edward's eyes darted to Ephraim and stared at him without blinking making the young man feel almost violated.

"Cullen." Seth snarled.

"Come in. What do I owe this pleasure or should I say displeasure." he said directing the last part at Seth.

"Why are you asking when you already know leech. Ephraim, Edward here is a mind rapist he can read your every thought."

"Seth behave." Jasper sighed.

"Since he knows why we are here care to share with me and my nephew?" Seth snapped.

"Wait a second. Your Edward Cullen the dude that my mom dated before she hooked up with my dad?"

"Yes I am. And if it wasn't for your father your mother would…"

"Be dead." Seth snarled.

"But, but, you're a vampire."

"I never wished for Bella to become one of us Seth as well you know. She made her choice and chose Jacob Black."

"Your a vampire. Oh my god did my mom know what you are?"

"Yes she did."

"Crazy bitch." Ephraim sighed.

"I'm hearing you. Again why are we here Jasper?" Seth asked

"I think it's about time you two buried the hatchet."

Seth ran his hand down his face. To this day his lover didn't know why he hated Edward so much. At the time Seth was only 14 and not even a shifter. He was coming to accept his sexuality. It was no secret that Edward knew Seth had a massive crush on Jacob. Not knowing that Edward could read minds he had seen something that could make the young boys life a living hell. The day that Seth phased Edward threatened to spill the beans. When Jacob imprinted on Isabella and chose the wolf over himself he threatened to tell Isabella. If Seth hadn't had done what he asked he could have lost his best friend as well.

"I would never had betrayed you Seth. You were one of my closest friends. The only one that didn't care what I was."

"I was fourteen Edward fucking fourteen."

"I know and I'm sorry. If I could take it back I would, but I can't."

Jasper could feel the fear and anger coming from his mate, and the sadness of his brother. He sent calming waves over the pair only for Seth to growl.

"I'll meet you at home I need some air." Seth left before his lover could stop him.

"What the hell happened?" Ephraim asked.

"Like I said I will never betray Seth or his family. I'm sorry Jasper but I think you should leave."

Jasper sighed but agreed. "He'll come around eventually."

"I doubt that. I really hurt him." Edward said. "It was nice meeting you Ephraim. I'm sorry it wasn't under better circumstances. You really do look like your father."

TBC