Disclaimer: I don't own Twilight. It belongs to the creative mind that is Stephanie Meyer. I don't own the story title or main starting plot. I adopted this story from MariMart since she can't continue the story. But I'm completely re-writing the story, from different POV and with many other differences. If you are interested in seeing the original please go to MariMart's page and read the 10 chapters she has posted, it's a great story start and I hope I can do it justice.
Chapter Two
Friday
Embry's POV
While finishing up patrol after getting out of summer school again I started feeling restless. All I could think of was Lydia; her smile, laugh, and man that girl was smart. I was sure to get an amazing grade thanks to her, and the coolest thing was how interesting she made it all.
I could hear her go on and on about history and never get sick of it. She said that even though history was very subjective, some parts like the stuff about monarchies and politics were soap opera worthy. After listening to her go on about Napoleon Bonaparte, I had to agree.
Lydia had gotten really excited when I told her what the assignment was; researching the good results of events considered to be bad. I swear her eyes twinkled with joy. We ended up deciding on Napoleon because Lydia said, "The only reason dictators gained power was because they were good leaders. Ergo they did do good things for their country; they were just usually very extreme."
It had only been a day and I already wanted to rush to the library to see if she was working. I wanted to learn all about her; she had quickly become my favourite person to talk to. I have never felt comfortable around new people or huge crowds excluding the pack. But they were family and saw my unfiltered thoughts as I saw theirs. But being with Lydia was so simple and fluid.
Then again, I only talked with her once. Maybe it'd get harder… Nah.
I had yet to tell the pack though, not even Jacob knew. That was one of the reasons I was so restless, I really didn't want to tell yet. I didn't know why…
Okay that was a lie, I did know why. I'd be the first one in the Black Pack to imprint on someone who wasn't a toddler. I knew I might be making a big deal out of nothing, but still.
That was one of the reasons the pack had gotten along so well. Leah wasn't all, 'all imprints are stupid and the spirits ruined my life.' She was getting over it, over her bitterness. It was slow-going, but we all knew that seeing Quill and Jacob's imprints helped a lot. She liked Claire and Nessie and they liked her too. They said she was like Mulan.
And no one had liked to hear Sam, Paul or Jared go on and on about their imprints. It was like that annoying couple who did not know how to limit their PDA. Except in your head. I mean, they weren't gross most of the time, but it was like a chick flick or a Nicholas Sparks movie. Which thanks to my dearest mother I had knowledge of.
I suddenly realized my patrol time was over. I started to get excited because now I could go to the library, go to Lydia.
Right as I was about to phase Seth's thoughts entered my mind. I groaned out loud. I could already hear all of Seth's thoughts as he replayed my own thoughts of Lydia.
Embry, you imprinted! I can't believe it! We gotta tell the others, what's her name?
My mind instinctively thought Lydia and the memory of first meeting her ran through my mind. Followed by thoughts of her smile, her laugh, how ridiculously smart she was. How she called me Sasquatch.
When Seth heard that last thought he laughed.
She called you Sasquatch! I can't wait to tell the others.
I grimaced.
You don't want to tell the others. It wasn't a question.
No I don't Seth. My thoughts rushed together on how it would make the others uncomfortable and wreck how well the pack had been getting along.
You're being stupid, no one's gonna care. Seth thought back.
Leah's not gonna care?
I know Leah has barely stopped hating imprinting and she'll never trust Emily and Sam again, but I don't think she'd hold it against you. It might bring up old wounds, but if anything you should know Leah's stronger than that. She'd kick your ass if she knew you thought she was that weak.
Thanks Seth, I think that actually helped.
So you're gonna tell them?
Yes Seth, I'm gonna tell them. I thought back, rolling my eyes.
Good, let's go do it now, the sooner the better.
Seth, you're on patrol, I reminded him.
Jake won't mind, there hasn't been any activity and this is more important.
Seth you gotta patrol.
Oh, I see! You're not a wolf, you're a chicken! Pock, Pock, Pock-
Shut up SETH!
Seth did not shut up, so I tackled him. A half-hour later and our little scuffle was over.
So we're going to tell them now, right? Seth thought, somehow managing to skip along in wolf form.
I nodded, Yes Seth.
We phased back because Seth talked enough as a human, and as a wolf his thoughts roamed all over the place. So to save us from having another little scuffle we walked to the Cullen's, knowing that's where Jake would be.
I never thought I'd be friends with the Cullens or even stand to be in their presence without wanting to kill something. But Emmett was easy-going and hilarious. Jasper was quiet and kept to himself, but that made me feel all the more comfortable around him. Esme reminded me a lot of Emily. Carlisle had this whole Yoda/ grandfatherly vibe going for him. Alice actually reminded me of Claire sometimes, she was so bubbly and friendly. She was like an annoying, but sweet sister.
Edward was fairly nice and he looked after Seth. Bella; well, it was awkward since I knew the ins and outs of the whole Bella-Jake-Edward thing. We got past it and she was easy to get along with. Rosalie however was something else, but then again so was Leah. Any scathing comments she made just rolled right off my back. And Nessie was easy to love.
Before we even reached the steps of the Cullen's house, Edward had opened the door for us.
''Hello Embry, Seth, I see you have some good news for us.'' It wasn't a question with Edward unless you were Bella, it was never a question. Seth of course grinned like it was his news to share and I just nodded. Edward flashed a smile as Seth and I walked into the Cullen's house.
When we entered everyone was in the living room, because supernatural hearing of course.
Thankfully Quill and Leah were present as was Claire. Most likely the girls wanted to play together and wanted to play with Leah too.
''So you got good news Embry?'' asked Nessie jumping up and down.
''Settle down Ness, it seems important,'' Jake said patting the couch cushion next to where he was sitting.
''So what's the news?'' asked Alice impatiently. She still hated not being able to ''see'' wolves. Seth elbowed me, urging me to answer and I responded by whacking him on the back of his head. All the women in the room rolled their eyes.
''Out with it, Call!'' yelled Leah impatiently.
I just decided to blurt it out, ''I imprinted.''
Practically everyone's eyes widened and their faces broke out into grins. Leah nodded, an almost smile on her face. Seth was right that his sister was strong. I should know that by now because the pack is family, so Leah was my sister too.
''So who's the lucky girl?'' asked Jacob.
Before I could answer Quil yelled out, ''Or unlucky!'' Gaining a high five from Emmett.
''Her name's Lydia, she moved to Forks recently and works at the library.'' Everyone in the room nodded like they all knew exactly who I was talking about.
Bella suddenly spoke up, ''Yeah, I think my dad told me about her. She's staying with the Webbers. Her mother was Mr. Webbers sister or something like that I think; she's staying with them while her Dad's overseas.''
''Come on Embry, tells us about her?'' Alice asked, or demanded more like it.
''Calm yourself Alice, I'm sure we'll learn all about her in due time,'' chided Carlisle.
Seth's face lit right up and he opened his big mouth, ''Well, I can tell you about her. She's super short, maybe shorter than Alice and-''
''Seth!'' I shouted cutting him off.
''I'm afraid you're going to have to tell them, they won't stop badgering until you do,'' said Esme.
''You're probably right,'' I sighed. ''Ok, her name's Lydia Munoz. She is short, but she's not a midget, like Seth seems to think. She's really smart and wants to be a teacher. Specifically, a history teacher; she'd be good at it too. She helped me out with my history project, made everything sound so real and interesting. Like it wasn't just something in a text book. She has a really pretty laugh and is so easy to talk to. I've never met anyone like her.'' I didn't realize that with each and every word my voice got softer.
Everyone was smiling at me and then Seth says loudly, ''Oh! And she called him Sasquatch!'' Cue the laughter; even Leah and Rosalie smiled.
''She sounds wonderful Embry, we can't wait to meet her,'' said Esme in her usual motherly manner.
''Yeah, if she called you Sasquatch. She has to be fun!'' said Emmett.
''Oooh! If she's around my size I could give her some of my clothes. You never said what she looked like Embry. I need to know this so I can get the color palette,'' Alice chirped, sitting on the edge of her seat, eagerly wanting a reason to shop and someone new to dress up.
''You don't even know her size yet Alice,'' Jasper said smiling softly as he shook his head at how happy Alice looked.
''She sounds great Embry, I'm happy for you man,'' said Jake.
''Yeah, and maybe she can help you get out of summer school,'' said Quil, laughing.
''You're in summer school too, Quil,'' I replied.
''Ah-ha! Maybe she can help me get out of summer school,'' said Quil.
''My imprints a good teacher, not a miracle worker,'' I replied, making Emmett and Jake crack up laughing.
Claire gave an indignant shout of ''Be nice to Quil! Don't laugh at him!'' Seth was grinning next to his sister and she was smiling at her pack, her friend's, and her family's antics.
I was grinning and shaking my head thinking they were all crazy, but I wouldn't have them any other way. Hopefully Lydia would feel the same way about them.
AN: OK so I am updating sooner then I usally would because I have to go back to school tommorw and don't know when I will have the time to updata next.
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