Silence, at last!

Jake gave me a very detailed tour, rambling nonstop about how many memories and moments were spent here. Oh look, Billy proposed right here, on this couch. In my room, a baby was born, yet it died to next day. In every room there was a story about something precious.

Finally, a room to myself. I had some before, but this felt more like I belonged. The others were too expensive or not enough. This was perfect. It was small, white paint chipping on the walls and dark floors dusty, but I loved it. It was homey in a way I never felt. And I even had a great view of the La Push cliffs and ocean. I was in love with my small room, just big enough for a dresser, bed, and mirror. I never wanted to leave. But, as I knew well, life doesn't give you what you want, but usually what you need.

I guess I should get ready. Jake told me there was a nice, big bonfire down at the beach, and I couldn't wait for it. I quickly got up to inspect my appearance.

My dyed cherry red hair was somewhat tangled It just reached my collarbone. I really needed to take a shower, but I'll get to that later. My emerald eyes sparkled and my barely even barely tanned skin was clear. I'm so short for a 13 year old girl. Eh, I can live with it. After all, it just means I'm better at stealing in basketball. Take that, tall people! Anyway, I thought I looked fine, but I wanted to look good. So, I brushed my hair and teeth, and even changed clothes.

I dug through my bag and made a mental note to go shopping if we have money. Finally I found a black Paramore shirt and threw on some blue jeans. I also threw on my converse and only hoodie. I was ready, but I like being cool. I was sure the bonfire would be hot and hair on my neck makes me burn up, so I put it in two ponytails. Perfect. "YOU READY, KAT?" Jake yelled up. I rushed downstairs smiling.

"Yep." I answered, letting him hang a hot arm around my shoulders. "Can we run to it? It ain't far away…" I asked, feeling kinda energetic. Terrible things happen when I get hyper.

"Yeah, if you can keep up." He grinned and took off. I followed closely, pushing it to my limit. When Jake slowed down just a bit, I leaped on his back and climbed up so I could ride him piggyback. "What are you DOING?" He asked me, panting.

"I am waiting on you to speed up so we can get there. I don't feel like running anymore." I said, wiping some sweat off on my hand. "Now, run!"

He did as I commanded after giving me a bit of an evil eye. I stuck my tongue out at him. We finally arrived at the beach after about 15 minutes of me clinging on for dear life and him trying to make sure I don't choke him. Yeah, fun right? He then proceeded to just dump me on the rough sand and laugh at my face. I kicked his shin…hard. It hard very much. "Ow…" I muttered, massaging my poor foot. Jake laughed harder. "Pumpernickel, shut up before I end up killing myself trying to kill you." I threatened, using an old nickname.

"Pumpernickel?" He asked me oddly. I nodded. He burst out laughing and helped me up, finally.

I huffed, "God, your new sis just killed herself and you laugh. Thank you ever so much." He laughed harder. I rolled my eyes and waited on him to quit laughing.

"Okay, ready to meet my friends? Of course you are." He said, dragging me over to his buds. Maybe I wasn't, Jake! I screeched in my thoughts sarcastically. "This is Paul, Embry, Seth, Jared, and Quil. This is Katie, my new little sister that just hurt her foot kicking me." He introduced, me glaring at him when he mentioned my foot. The others snickered as I flicked some sand in his eye. "OW! IT BURNS!" He stumbled around holding his eye until he found a seat on a wood log and decided he felt better.

"This is gonna be fun." I said, plopping down next to him.

Now that was the second chapter. I have to say, I was shocked by the reviews! I thought it was just another fantasy. I didn't think anyone would really enjoy it. Oh well. Anyway, now to thank my wonderful reviewers!

JAStheSPAZZrocks: Thank you! I kinda always think of Jacob as friendly and warm to anyone other than vampires, and Billy's like a sweet old Grandpa, so I figured they'd welcome her.

BookWormAndProudOfIt: Thank you! Sorry, but I didn't really manage to show her background. But now you know her appearance! I swear, next chapter will be dedicated to her background. Swear on my life!

I know I promised background, but that'll be next chapter. Thank you for reading!