Bella's POV
Jacob's strong lips pressed against mine, rough hands blazing over my body, having multiple intense orgasms. I was a madwoman last night, lost in Jacob's touch and smell.
I stretched my legs, shielding my eyes with Jake's chest from the morning sun. I pushed myself as close to him as possible, and his large hand palmed my bottom.
"I'm starving." My voice sounded groggy, I hadn't eaten since yesterday afternoon, and my stomach was already growling.
"Good morning to you too." His baritone voice vibrated in his chest, it was such a turn on. How could he sound more attractive?
He lifted my chin up to him, lightly kissing my lips. Automatically my hands began to roam across the planes of Jacob's massive body. His kisses moved down my neck, and I thought I actually heard him…purr? Jacob's warm lips against my skin caused me to shiver in pleasure. Suddenly I felt a hot tongue lapping over my collarbone, and it was the most sensual feeling that heat rushed between my legs.
"Jacob." I moaned, without any control. I wrapped a leg around his waist, pulling him in tighter. I was in a haze, unable to shake my mind clear. I didn't want to though, this was something I'd never experienced before, a feeling I didn't think existed. I wanted more. Pushing Jake down to lay on his back, I sat up straddling him, my hair falling to the side as I positioned myself. Jake's hands quickly grabbed both my wrists, his eyes frantically pacing over me. "What's wrong? Do you not want to?"
Jacob sat up, supporting me with one arm as I continued to straddle him. "Shit. Bella, are you in pain?"
I looked at him confused. Why would I be in pain? It was the complete opposite, up until a moment ago.
"No." I responded shaking my head.
His hand pushed my hair back, and lightly caressed my collarbone. I bit my lip, leaning into him involuntarily.
"Bella?" large hands cupping my face. "Bells…I marked you." He said apologetically looking down at my collarbone.
"Marked me? I'd definitely say you hit the mark last night." I told him smiling, raising my hands to his shoulders.
"No, Bella, look." With swift he lifted me up, carried me into the bathroom and stood in front of the mirror. "I lost control, and the wolf marked you last night. I'm sorry."
I looked in the mirror, and sure enough a ring of teeth marks were on my collarbone near the shoulder. They were pink and slightly raised, but looked like they'd been there for days not hours. I raised my hand, lightly touching the mark. I didn't hurt. I rolled my shoulders, a little sore but no pain.
"It feels fine…I feel fine, Jacob." His faced wrinkled with worry. "I'm serious. But are you okay?" I turned my head to look him in the eyes.
"I'm beyond okay." He set me down, holding me steady. "It's been weeks since the imprint, and I, my wolf, craved you for so long. Finally, we can relax."
His face was serious as his hands rested on the curves of my neck.
"Well so am I. So don't ruin the mood like that again. C'mon lets clean up." I turned on the shower, turning around to smile at him.
He gave me a devilish smirk, and picked me up, stepping inside the shower. We picked up right where we left off.
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Later that afternoon, I made us a quick lunch, roast beef sandwiches with soup.
"I picked up most of the stuff for the barbeque yesterday. For desert I was thinking I'd bake peanut butter with chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake brownies." Jake was sitting at the kitchen table watching me wash dishes.
"Sounds good to me. We'll have it tomorrow." He replied, standing to grab a beer from the refrigerator.
"How's Sam doing?"
"He seemed alright the other day. I told him about the barbeque, so hopefully they'll come. The rest of the pack said they'll come."
"I can't wait to finally see everyone. I've basically only seen you and Seth since I've been in Forks."
"You can always call one of the girls, you know. They still welcome you here."
He must've sensed my immediate apprehension to his words. I hadn't hung out with any of the La Push girls since I left. Angela crossed my mind too, and I told myself I'd give her a call later.
"I'll see how it goes tomorrow."
"Wanna help me get started on the marinade for the meat?" He asked smiling.
"Of course! I want to check out these skills you bragged about." I said laughing.
"Watch and learn Swan." Jacob taunted, pulling out seasoning and a bowl.
Leah's POV
"Are you going to the barbeque tomorrow?"
I was in the backyard laying in the hammock, enjoying the downtime I had. "I guess so. You've been hanging out with Bella a lot?" my eyes closed, enjoying the breeze. This warm weather was incredible.
"Sorta, I went with her to shop for food, and I was there after the attack. Bella is cool once you get to know her." Seth was leaning back in a chair across from me.
"Kinda hard to do that when she's swapping spit with vamps, running away, or in a coma." I quipped. I didn't hate Bella, I just don't have time for the helpless damsel in distress. Maybe with Jacob imprinting on her she'd toughen up.
"Can you try to be less of a grumpy bitch?" he shot back. "I love you sis, but c'mon, give the attitude a break sometimes." He added.
"Don't you have some lonely girl to imprint on?" I turned my head, grimacing at Seth.
He pursed his lips, making kissing faces at me, and hopped out of the seat walking away. "Later, Le."
I am not a grumpy bitch…not all the time.
Feeling irritated by Seth's comment, I decided to go for a run, in human form. I changed clothes and jogged towards the beach. Most of us rarely workout our human body since the phase, so it felt good to do that for a change. Of course the beach was crowded, it wasn't hot by any standards, but for Washington it was enough to lay out on the beach. Even the sun was out, sparse clouds floated in sky providing shade. The breeze coming off the water, cooled my overheated body. Groups of people happily chatted and laughed along the beach, little kids were squealing at incoming waves. The atmosphere was so contagious, that I realized I was in a good mood.
"Heads up!"
Before they could finish, I turned and caught the football spiraling towards my head.
"I'm so sorry about that. Nice reflexes, though." A tall guy ran over to me, with a bright smile.
"No harm done."
As he stood there I took him in; nicely tanned, six foot two, shoulder length brown hair. He definitely had a nice body, I could tell since he was wearing only board shorts.
He cleared his throat, "So, uh, can I have my ball back?"
Finally looking up, I stuttered, "Oh yeah, s-sorry about that."
Green.
His eyes were green and so beautiful, I heard my intake of breath. I handed him the ball, staring at him, and suddenly things went black.
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"Leah? Leah, are you okay?" it sounded like I was coming up from underwater.
I blinked several times, finally coming to. "What happened?" I asked confused, looking around me. I was still on the beach.
"You fainted. One of the locals ran over to help, and told me your name. I told 'em I'd take care of you." The guy raised his hand, wiping a strand of hair from my face.
How the hell could I faint?
I tried sitting up, and that's when I noticed the guy had been holding me.
"I'm Will by the way."
"Thanks for your help, Will." I said, suddenly feeling very strange. I needed to go home. Maybe I ran too much, on an empty stomach?
He helped me stand up, holding me by the elbow. "Are you feeling alright?" His smile was still there but worry pulled at his eyes.
"Yeah, I'm fine."
"Do you need a ride home or something? I can take you." He volunteered.
What's with this guy?
"No, I'm good. Thanks again." I started walking back.
"Hey wait!"
Seriously?
"Look, I'm sorry to bug you, but at least let me give you a ride. My truck is right there." He pointed to the lot.
"Sure." I surrendered. I couldn't shake this strange feeling.
Will grabbed my hand and led the way. We walked up the incline, and opened the passenger door to his black GMC truck. Without warning, he lifted me up into the truck. He was stronger than he looked. Will turned and shouted back to the beach to his friends, and hopped in the truck.
"So where am I taking you?" starting the engine.
I couldn't help but stare, he was hot. I mean really hot.
"You gonna tell me, or do I have to guess?" He smiled at me.
"Um…home…just uh, head towards the main road and I'll tell you from there." I was starting to embarrass myself. Get it together Leah.
Will turned on some music, and started driving.
"Leah, do you have a boyfriend?" His voice was cool and smooth. Unlike me, right now.
What's it to you?
"No. Take a right up here." I directed with furrowed brows. He turned down my street, "It's the brown house, there." I pointed out.
Unbuckling my seatbelt, I started to open the door, when Will grabbed my hand closest to him.
"Wait a sec. Can I get your number? I'd really like to hangout sometime…actually soon."
Will had the perfects lips, full and pink. I wanted to lean over and kiss them.
"I-I can't Will, sorry."
He turned his body towards me, "You don't have a boyfriend. So why not?"
"What about you, do you have a girlfriend?"
Will chuckled, "No I don't. Which is why I'm trying to see you again."
I didn't realize I was holding my breath, and felt relief at his response.
"How about you give me your number instead, and I'll let you know when I can."
He stuck his hand out, "Phone?" I handed him my phone, and he save his number. "Hopefully I'll see you soon."
I hopped out of the truck, and he winked as he drove off.
Sam's POV
"You think you'll be up for the barbeque tomorrow?"
"I think so. We haven't all been together in a while, plus I haven't seen Bella since she's been in Forks."
The microwave beeped signaling the popcorn was done. I poured the popcorn in a bowl and went back to the living room.
"Babe, can you open the windows?" Emily asked taking the bowl from me, and shoving a handful of popcorn in her mouth.
I pulled back the curtains and lifted the windows up. It seemed like everyone was enjoying the change in weather. Hopefully it'll look like this tomorrow, if not better. It seemed like me and Emily were going to be alright after we talked. Although, I knew we still had a long road to heal the emotional scars.
"I've got patrols later on, so we can do whatever you want until then." I said flopping on the couch. Just then I sensed some of the pack near. "Nevermind babe, guys are here."
"Not surprised." She said still eating popcorn.
There was a knock, and the door opened before I could answer.
"Hey lovebirds." Collin and Brady said at the same time heading straight for the kitchen. Right behind them was Mike, he gave a timid nod, and followed the boys.
"Emily, Sam." Paul came in behind them and sat down. "Haven't seen you around lately."
"Good to see you Paul. I'm gonna check on the boys, make sure they don't destroy my kitchen." Emily walked over to Paul and kissed him on the cheek.
"We just needed a break, but I'm back on patrols now. What's new with you?"
"I heard Leah fainted in front of some dude on the beach, and he took her home." He said with raised brows. "I hooked up with a ten from a bar in Port Ang the other day. She was just visiting luckily, so I don't have to deal with that again. Seth's come with me a few times, I tried to get him in the game. Same shit, different day."
"Don't corrupt him, Paul. It's a miracle he's still such a good guy." I said chuckling. I love my brothers, but I pray for the day they meet their imprints to come sooner, rather than later.
"Hey, I'm a good guy!" he feigned mock hurt. "Gotta burn this energy somehow, nothing to kill since the redhead."
It was easy to get restless around here.
"We'll all be at Jake's tomorrow, so that'll be fun for the day. And it looks like Mike's stable enough, so he can come too."
"Alright man, I gotta head out. I'll see you tomorrow." Paul whistled, "Let's go guys!" They all waved and headed out.
I spent the rest of the afternoon just hanging with Emily; watching movies, and for once, I cooked her dinner. Then I went off for patrols.
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Jacob's POV
I woke up that morning to find that Bella made breakfast; sausage, potatoes, and eggs. I scarfed down two plates, and she managed to eat all of her food. We took a shower together, getting our morning fill of each other. We pretty much never showered alone now, but I wasn't complaining. I couldn't keep my hands off Bella, I was crazy about her. We finally got dressed and I went outside to check the weather and prep the grill. Luckily it was still nice outside, and I was looking forward to having the pack around.
"What time is everyone coming?" Bella asked standing on the porch. She was wearing a purple dress that stopped above her knees, with a denim jacket over it, and white converse. I smiled, there was still some of the old Bella I remembered. To my surprise Emily and Sam showed up first, I wasn't sure if they'd actually show. Both got out the car, holding bags.
"Hey you two." I went to shake Sam's hand, and Emily a kiss on the top her head. "I'm glad you came Em." I said hugging her.
Bella skipped off the porch, "Hi guys. Nice to see you again Sam." He hugged Bella, "Emily, you look great." She stood there uncertain, then Emily stepped in for a hug.
"Bella, glad to see you're back and well. You look great too." Bella looked at me and smiled.
"Do you wanna help me with some of the food?"
"Of course, that's why we're here!" Emily laughed, raising the bags in her hand. "I made some potato salad and Sam made his special barbeque sauce."
"I just fired up the grill. Bella could you bring out the meat please?"
The imprints headed inside. I was glad to see them settling back into the swing of things.
"How are things with you two?" Sam asked.
"Better than I guessed it'd be after everything that's happened." It was true. I always have loved Bella, and believed we were meant to be together. Imprinting on her just proved what I felt in my heart all along. I literally went through hell to get her, but she was worth it.
Bella brought out the tray of meat, Emily handed us each a beer, and they went back in the house.
"Thanks ladies" Sam called out.
We started seasoning the meat. "So Paul told me, Leah fainted in some guys arms at the beach yesterday. Emily thinks she's gonna bring him today."
I laughed, "Are you sure? Leah Clearwater? This'll definitely be an interesting day then." Sam took a swig of beer and nodded his head.
"I'm not sure it's such a good idea, I mean Mike is just now getting a handle on his phasing."
"He'll be fine, we're all here. Plus when has Leah ever brought anyone around?" I trusted my pack, sure some of 'em were crazy, but they wouldn't endanger the tribe's secret for just anybody. I flipped over the slab of ribs, and chicken legs, adding some corn on the cob to the pit.
"I hope you're right…Here comes the pack."
Yip Yip…Theyemerged from the trees.Good thing my place is secluded.
"What's cookin'?" Paul asked
"I'm starving! Where's Emily and Bella?" Embry chimed in.
"Hey did you guys hear about Leah. Hell must be freezing over." Jared joked.
"If she does show up with this guy, go easy on 'em. Leah already takes enough shit from us." I pointed in a circle at all of them. "I'm serious."
"I could've sworn she'd turn out to be a lesbian." Paul could be an asshole sometimes.
"You're a dick, Paul." Collin voicing our unanimous opinion. "Let's go see what Bells and Em are doing." Collin, Brady, and Mike all headed in the house.
"Where's Seth?" I asked realizing he wasn't here.
"Probably coming with Leah and her new boy toy." Paul was on fire tonight. There was laughter then immediately, everybody quieted. They were here.
"Remember what I said guys. Sam, take over the grill for me?"
A black GMC truck drove up, I could see Leah in the front, and Seth was in the backseat. Seth hopped out first, making a bee line straight for the group.
"I need a beer. You guys are in for a major treat." Seth had an incredulous look on his face.
"Dun dun dun." Jared said dramatically.
"You guys are being idiots. Here they come." Embry said in a hushed voice.
Leah and her guy finally got out of the truck, immediately reaching for each other's hand. I didn't recognize the guy, he had good height and seemed built. He had a friendly smile on, Leah on the other hand looked nervous. That's a first.
"Leah." I greeted her.
"Hey Leah." Everyone else chimed in.
"Hi guys." She said timidly. "Guys, this is Will." Then Leah spouted off our names like roll call.
"Bella and Emily are in the kitchen."
"Trying to get rid of me already?" Leah grimaced at me.
"No, I'm just saying."
"It's ok Le, I can handle my own." Will smiled at Leah. I was warming up to the guy already. He leaned down to kiss her on the cheek. Leah rolled her eyes, "Play nice boys." She said heading towards the house.
"Is it true, Leah passed out in your arms on the beach?" Jared jumped right in.
"Please say yes!" Paul piped up.
Will chuckled, "I almost hit her with my football, but she caught it like nothing. Then we were talking, and she just fainted."
"Who knew we could faint." Embry said in wonder.
"So where are you from?" Sam quickly interjected.
"I'm actually from Texas. I went to college here, and decided to stay after I graduated a year ago."
"So you're a cowboy?" Paul laughed.
"No, I'm an Indian." Will retorted. "Well half Indian, anyway."
We laughed.
"Nice, a native, what tribe?" Embry asked.
"My dad's Choctaw and mom is white." He told us. "I take it you're all Quileute?"
"Yep, Quileute and proud, except for Jacob's mate." Quil spoke up. These guys were slipping left and right.
"Yeah, but we're all cool here, it's no big deal. In fact, here come the girls now." Thankfully.
"Bella!" Seth scoop her into his arms hugging her tight. "Now I can squeeze you without hurting you."
"Seth you're gonna break my ribs again! Put me down." Bella squealed.
Sam ran over to Emily who was carrying an ice chest, and he took his from her hands. "I brought out more drinks for everyone." The pack all converged on the cooler, grabbing sodas, beer, or water.
"Glad to see you're still in one piece." Leah said to Will, as his arm rested on her shoulder.
"Leah! Are you going to introduce us?" Emily scoffed.
"Oh crap! Will this is Emily, my cousin, and that's Bella." Will only lingered on Emily's face for a moment, shaking both girls' hands.
"Nice to meet you two. Glad to see Leah's not completely surrounded by dudes."
"Don't worry, she's all yours brother." Paul snorted.
"Time to eat!" Sam called out.
Emily and Bella had brought out the rest of the sides and deserts. We all lined up starting to fill our plates. Brady turned on some music, and everybody sat scattered around, talking and laughing.
"So what do you think of the new guy?" Bella asked nudging me with her shoulder. "Will seems okay, so far. I'm still curious as to why Leah fainted though. None of us have phased with her today, so I can't tell." I watched them around each other, Leah actually seemed happy. Some part of them was always touching, like they were magnets or something. "Holy shit." I jumped up. "What?" Bella asked confused. "Keep everybody here, I'll be right back. Leah!" I motioned for her to come here.
"What?" she walked up to me.
"Follow me." I said turning.
"For w-"
"Just come!" I barked. Walking to the back of the house, I stripped, and phased running into the woods. Leah stomped after me, crossing her arms.
"Seriously Jake, now?"
I turned around and sat, giving her privacy.
What the hell Jacob! Why are we phased?
Leah, what happened today with Will?
I watched as the memory replayed in her mind. Finally it all made sense.
Leah, you imprinted!
I…I-imprinted? On Will?
I watched as understanding washed over her face. Seeing the connection with Sam and Emily, Quil and Claire, me and Bella.
Holy shit, Jake….