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Chapter Six
Heaven and Hell
"Jacob" I managed to whisper.
I was sure that I was stuck in that same dreaded nightmare once again. That was it. This is all another nightmare. Soon, it would come to an end and I would awake in the arms of Edward. As the "nightmare" played its way across my eyes, I stood, seemingly forever bound to the enormous oak tree that now kept me upright. The large, russet wolf stood panting before me; his eyes seeming to watch my every move just as it has many times before. Although in this particular instance, I felt as if my heart were going to burst from my chest. I moved my foot slowly to the side and tried to take a step. The gesture did not go unnoticed because Jacob's eyes instantly focused on the spot where I stepped. A low growl rumbled deep within his chest and a toothy, wolf-like grin spread across his snout.
I spoke, the words leaving my mouth as they never had before in these nightmares. "Jacob, you are scaring..." My words were cut short when another snarl erupted and the large wolf jumped forth and pinned my body to the ground hard.
This is where I wake up. Edward will be there and I will realize that this was just another awful day. I know Edward will make it better, he always makes things better. I thought to myself. Once reality struck, I soon realized that this was no nightmare and I was very much awake. I closed my eyes and instinctively crossed my arms over my face to protect it from whatever harm I could. A vision of Edward's beautiful face flashed across my eyes and I tried to imagine being with him. Just one last glimpse of his face would be enough to take away any pain that would come, but it never did.
Another snarl erupted from the wolf, but this was a playful snarl. In another instant, I felt a large, warm and wet tongue wipe across my face. "That was disgusting! Get off of me Jake!" I tried to push his large form off of my body as I was beginning to feel crushed. He remained, unmoved and sat atop me, licking my face like a puppy licks his long lost master. My heart still raced as I began to struggle for air. "Get off of me!" I yelled once more.
EPOV
I ran, and as I neared the perimeter of Bella's home, I caught scent of him. Something ripped through my body in that instance; jealousy, or rage perhaps? Whatever it was was intensified when I heard Bella's voice cry out. As I rounded the corner, I caught sight of him atop my beloved angel. I have warned him before, now the mutt will pay... I thought as I prepared myself.
BPOV
Jacob continued his playful torture upon my face, but was abruptly stopped. A crash as loud as thunder sounded and Jacob was off of my body. In the distance, I saw a pale blur circle briefly around the wolf and then Jacob was being pinned against another tree, which creaked and snapped at the force that was being applied to it.
"You filthy dog! Stay off of her!" Edward growled through clenched teeth.
A vicious snarl erupted from Jacob's chest and a huge paw was ready to strike at Edward. My shrill scream seemed to echo off of the trees, causing both vampire and wolf to turn in my direction.
Still gasping for air, I covered my eyes with my mud-covered hands praying that this would all stop. Suddenly a cold hand was pulling me up off the cold ground. Edward pulled me into his stone grip, rocking me gently back and forth.
"Shhh Bella, love." I inhaled deeply, taking in the sweet smell of Edward's body, almost instantly calming my racing nerves. When I finally found words, my voice came out in a squeak.
"Jacob! Are you crazy? You nearly scared me half to death." I half screamed peering around the side of Edward as he held me. A mocking snort sounded from where Jacob rolled in the wet leaves. My eyes rolled involuntarily but a small smile played at the corner of my lips. I could feel Edward's eyes watching me, the look on his face somewhat annoyed.
"He says that it is not that hard to scare you." Edward half mumbled, half growled. I turned my face towards Jacob again who was now laying down in the mud, his fur covered in wet leaves and moss. "Are you alright?" Edward asked me slowly looking over my body. I knew that there will be bruises from Jake's 'playful' hello, and I would have to hide those from Edward. Edward's eyes were narrowed slits focused in the direction of Jake's body again. His arms around me tightened, his hands slid further down my body, almost in a possesive manner. My eyebrows pulled together as I noticed the now almost smug look that came over his beautiful face. A sound that closely resembled a snort came from the direction of Jacob.
"What are you two doing?" I asked pulling away from Edward slightly, but his arms held me close. Suddenly Edward was pulling his jacket off and was quickly drapping it over me, all the while, his eyes were focused on Jacob's. The confused look on my face must have brought Edward's attention back to my question.
"The impact from his hello," he snarled the word, "Tore your shirt, and it is completely soaked through." My brows pulled together as I looked down to examin myself. Instantly, I could feel the color rise up in my cheeks. My white shirt was nearly see through, exposing part of my bra. Instinctively I pulled his jacket closer around my body, knowing now what the brief exchange between the two of them meant.
"Jacob, you're a pig." I hissed, though a hint of laughter laced the words. Edward's arms loosened around me, annoyance now filling his eyes.
"He replies, 'A dog actually'." Edward interpreted, rolling his eyes. Just then, Jacob huffed and retreated into the growingly dark forest only to emerge a few moments later wearing his cut off sweats. As my treacherous eyes roamed over his now human body, I couldn't help but notice how much leaner he appeared. Now Edward's arms dropped completely and I crossed my arms over my chest, instantly missing his.
"I can't stand it when you talk for me." Jacob's voice was hoarse, as if he had not used it in a long time. He cleared his throat, then continued. "Hey Bella, lookin' good." He smiled a mocking smile, complimenting me while watching Edward's reaction. Edward had his hands clenched into tight fists, his eyes watching Jacob with disgust.
"Jake whatever you are thinking about, you need to stop."I sneered pulling my arms tightly around my chest. "If you are finished terrorizing me, I am going to change." With one hand still clutching his jacket closely, the other reaching for Edward's hand, I started back toward's my house to change. Edward pulled me in the opposite direction, indicating that had started going in the wrong direction.
"Oh, c'mon Bella, don't be like that." I could hear Jake's footsteps falling slightly behind us. Rolling my eyes, I pulled Edward, walking faster towards the house. "So you're just going to ignore me? I came back here for you. The least you can do is talk to me." His voice was pleading, and for some reason, this annoyed me. When we reached the yard of the house, I felt his hand on my shoulder, and even through the jacket, the fire hot of his skin made me jump. I stopped, and spun around, Edward realeasing my hand as I did so. "Can I at least come in?" He asked, his large, dark eyes slightly softer than before.
"I don't think that is a good idea right now." Turning away from him, I turned to Edward. I needed to get away from Jacob, or my annoyance with him right now would come out full blast, causing me to say some things that I may regret later. Maybe. "Would you mind-" and before I could get the words out, as if reading my mind. Edward swung me onto his back and easily scaled the tree and was through my bedroom window before i could take a full breath.
A/N: Thank you all for being so patient with me. I recently went through some difficult times at home and that ultimately led to a SERIOUS writer's block. However, I have returned and will try to get a new chapter to you all every few days or so. Please review, and let me know what you think about this chapter.