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Chapter 5

Jacob

It took me a moment to realize what happened after the wolf had taken off. As soon as it left, it was like a spell that had been cast on me was now broken. All my anger and pain returned as quickly as it had left. I felt an urge to follow the wolf, like I needed to be near it. But I didn't get long to dwell on my own thoughts.

JAKE!!!

Buddy! You're back!!

What are you doing here?

What happened?

All of the pack's thoughts came flooding into my mind at once, not letting me think strait.

….What wolf?

Before I had even a chance to comprehend having everyone in my head, I already had Sam picking my brain.

I sighed, I don't know…I was about to head out when it saw me and I saw it. But then it ran off.

I quickly replayed the scene in my head for everyone to see.

Did you get a scent? Sam asked urgently.

I padded over to the spot where it had been standing moments ago. A familiar but yet unfamiliar scent filled my senses.

Max, Seth thought unconsciously.

What? Sam and I responded at the same time.

Huh? Oh nothing. Seth thought, backtracking.

No, wait. You're right kid. That does smell like Max. A lot like Max, Embry spoke up.

Who is Max? I asked, clearly behind, Are you talking about Max White?

Yeah, Brooke's kid brother. You remember him right? Embry asked

At the sound of her name, it felt like a small dagger had hit me. Great, first Bella and now Brooke. Just perfect.

Jake get over your emotions for a minute and focus, Leah growled.

I let that comment go just because it wasn't worth it at the moment.

Yeah I remember, I replied, but wait – you think he's the wolf??

Well yeah, Paul shrugged, I mean it's a pretty good possibility. It is his scent.

I couldn't really wrap my brain around the thought of little Max being the mysterious white wolf. It just didn't match up.

But how..? I was lost for words.

Well he is of age and with the Cullens around, it's a pretty big possibility.

There was that name again. Another stab in the chest.

Leah scoffed, oh please. You're so dramatic.

I growled. Even though she wasn't anywhere near me at the moment, I felt that if she was I would have just torn her to shreds at that moment.

Cool it Jake, Sam warned, we need to figure this out quickly and we need to find out who this wolf is and whether it's Max or not by tomorrow.

Are you here to stay Jake? Sam asked me, his tone a bit softer.

I gave a sigh, Why not. Since I'm this far I, why quit now. I think its time for me to come home anyway.

I felt everyone's relief, even Leah's, as I said I was staying. I guess my absence had really put a lot of stress on them.

So see you tomorrow at school? Embry questioned.

I nodded my head, Yeah….see you tomorrow.

…and Brooke, I mentally added

I decided to write another since I was on a roll. Think of it as a gift for staying with me for my non-updated period.

And you know what will also make me update faster??? REVIEWS!!!!!

~Dani

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