Disclaimer: I own a car, and a dog, and your soul (jk) but I don't own twilight or anything twilight related.
A/N- sorry this took so long, I was torn between ending it, and writing a sequel, also I have been writing other stories and I'm looking for a beta. Plus I went off roading in my jeep and got it stuck in the mud, and rain… so I've been spending hours cleaning mud out of my carpets ( its ok I had fun tho
Chapter 22
It felt awkward waking up the next day. I felt naked and exposed. I wasn't sure how Embry was going to act towards me. Sure he was fine last night but that didn't help my insecurities. Would he treat me differently? Would the pack look at me with disgust? Needless to say my nerves were worse now than when I told him.
I found myself hiding in one of Embry's hoodies. Partly for comfort, partly because I liked wearing his clothes but mostly because I felt like I could hide in it. I mean literally that thing was a tent on me. I was waiting for the Ringling Brothers to pop out. I mean it was so big I could get away without wearing anything under it. I mean I'm talking ballroom dress. I never realized how much bigger than me he is.
Of course, everyone else laughed when they saw me, but I didn't care. I really didn't want to do anything today, but I knew getting out would be better than letting my thoughts run ramped. Fortunately today was Wednesday and the pack is voting on the Cullen's return. Which means, more focus on other things.
Personally I think it's stupid for them to return. I mean they were only gone for 2 years. Everyone will recognize them. Plus it'll attract more vamps, which means I see less of Embry. So I'm kind of thinking of voting against their return. Except I have the huge desire to meet the Cullen's, and my friends would kill me if they ever found out.
Speaking of which, I have an ominous feeling that my friends are going to drop by sooner than I anticipate. Meaning I have to tell the pack today. I mean it's up to them whether my friends find out or not. Right?
As I sat, swallowed in the hoodie, invisible to the world, I ignored the sounds around me. Until of course I heard my favorite sound. Embry!
"Has anyone seen my girlfriend? She's about the size of the average garden gnome and she likes to jump people." I heard him joke as the chair next to me moved.
He would pay later for the short jokes.
"Have you checked the mailbox?" Jared's voice teased. O no, it's just what I wanted, a comedy roast.
"You know I think I saw her coming out of the closet." Paul's voice joked. I know they were only teasing me because of the hoodie, but I was about ready to go kung fu on them.
"Coming out of the closet? I feel bad for you Em, your imprint is gay." Jared's voice teased back. They are all going to get prank'd tonight.
"Whatever will I do? Maybe I should throw out my sweatshirts? I mean I have no use for them except when she needed one." Uh oh… that sounded like his 'I'm about to throw you over my shoulder' voice.
"Yeah better start with the one on that chair. Maybe you should just throw it into the middle of the forest?" Paul's voice teased. I am going to kill them.
"Ya know that's a good idea." I heard Embry say before I felt my chair move.
"Embry don't you dare!" I warned seconds before I felt myself flipped upside down.
"Did you hear something?" He teased as I started trying to escape his vice grip. I knew kicking wouldn't work, and if I wiggled I would certainly be dropped on my head but maybe… biting?
"What the hell? Are you biting me?" He laughed as I bit as his back. Hehe, I'm a genius!
"Yes, I'm a vampire! I vant to suck you blood!" I teased as he wiggled and laughed at my antics.
"Don't say that." He growled as he stopped abruptly.
"Ok, chill dog." I teased.
"I am not a dog!" He whined defensively before spinning me around. The blood was rushing and I felt very dizzy. Ugh, super speed…BAD!
"Yup woof woof!" I antagonize. He of course replied by spinning faster.
"Ugh, Embry put me down, your making me dizzy." I groaned as I began to feel light headed. He slowed down, thankfully before I felt nauseas.
"What are the magic words?" He teased as I tried to hold my head up. I knew without looking there was a wide smile on his face.
"I won't give you anymore kisses if you don't." I scolded knowing it would convince him. And just like that I was down on the ground. I looked up at his face, and smiled widely.
"Ugh, you could totally be a ride at like six flags." I said trying to tease him. I instantly regretted saying that as my mind turned the words into something dirty. Unfortunately I wasn't the only one.
"You hear that Embry, she called you a ride." Paul teased and my cheeks flooded red. Oh no.
"This sounds inappropriate for the children." Jared joked.
"Liz, is that how you see me? As just a ride?" Embry questioned looking hurt but I knew he was enjoying this. Kay, this is really embarrassing. My face is permanently red, again.
"Shut up, I didn't mean it that way." I snarled, defending myself. Ah jeeze, I need more 'burn' material.
"Ooh touchy touchy. Embry look out, she's a wild one." Jared teased.
"I hope your rides going to be enough for this one." Paul teased. Gah, damn teenage boys with their gutter filled minds.
"I'm leaving!" I shouted. I stormed away as the house filled with laughter. I looked back and Embry was following me. I noticed a very distinct smile on his face; it made me blush even more. Before entering the car I ridded of the hoodie. No need for more jokes. Then jumped in and sat stating forward, with my feet resting on the dash.
"Don't say a word." I scolded as he hopped in the car a moment later. He just laughed, but I noticed a slight reddish tint hiding under his dark tan.
When we arrived at her house, I felt over whelming comfort staring at the cozy home in front of me. I glanced to my left about to say something to Embry. He wasn't there. I took a second to realize he was standing to my right holding out a hand. I smiled, damn werewolf. He pulled me out, of course I stumbled, but he held me up, pressing me into his chest. He smiled widely, laughing at my clumsiness.
"What can I say? I'm only human." I defended myself, but he just pushed me against the door. It surprised me for a second, but as I looked into his eyes, all I saw was hunger. I don't know why, but it was fine by me. My mind laughed that maybe he was turned on by my clumsy/sarcasm?
I noticed his grinned before he leaned down to my level and kissing me roughly. My heart skipped a beat; he had never taken charge like that. It was incredibly sexy, but I kept myself calm. We were at Emily's, about to have a pack meeting. I pulled away, but he just moved to my neck.
"Embry…" I tried to say, although it was more of a moan. Ugh, well at least the pack is getting a good show.
"Stop, we need to go inside." I tried again, but my words were all breath. He ignored me mumbling while he attacked my shoulder. I tried pushing on his head, but it didn't even budge. I don't even think he felt it. And if he did he was just plain ignoring it.
"Embry, knock it off." I groaned with a little sterner. I tried to slip away. Don't get me wrong this was pure ecstasy but it wasn't the time or the place. And I am not into PDA.
"Please?" I begged as he moved up to my ear.
"Fine." He grunted as he finally pulled away.
"What was that?" I questioned. I smiled evilly at him; this would be blackmail. As his eyes looked at my face, and noticed my smile, he groaned again. He knew my intentions, good.
"O no, that's your evil plan face. I know it because you always do it before you do something evil." He groaned shaking his finger and walking towards the door. I smiled yay cake and permission for revenge!
"What? I don't have an evil face, and I have never done anything evil!" I said acting as innocent as possible. He smiled kissing once as we reached the stairs.
"Of course my bad, you're an angel." He said before grabbing my hand and kissing my nose and pulling me towards the door. He smiled widely like a little child before he opened the door.
"Well it's about time!" I heard Jake joke. Yup, public roast # 2.
"Yeah, I thought we were going to have to come out there and pry you two apart so we could start the meeting." I heard Leah tease, before she winked at me. I laughed.
"Well at least one of you would've been able too. I didn't think he'd ever stop." I teased smiling widely at him. Ha, take that!
"What can I say, I'm addicted." He said before pulling me into his lap. I blushed and smacked his chest. Which resulted in me clutching my hand.
"Ok, that's enough. I just ate." Quil teased. I blushed again before I leaned back into Embry's chest. I looked up at Embry, smiling just from pure bliss. He looked down and he captured my lips again.
"Alright. If you guys are all done, I'd like to get started." Sam said sternly before glancing around the room. It was suddenly silent enough to hear mice whisper. It would have been a perfect moment to say something funny but Sam is extremely intimidating. Even if I know what a good guy he actually is.
"All right I would like to hear everyone's opinion. Jake?" He said suddenly. Wow, he really gets down to business.
"No." He replied without giving a reason. I would have guessed because he didn't want to see Bella but that probably didn't matter now that he imprinted. I guess he just didn't want to bring more vamps to the area.
"Yea, fine by me." Brady replied, figuring it was his turn and we would go in a clockwise direction.
"Yea." Seth replied continuing this thought. Or maybe they actually do this in tradition, I wouldn't know.
"No." Leah replied simply.
"Yea." Collin replied.
"No." Quil replied.
"Yea." Paul answered.
"No." Jared replied. I noticed that all the imprinted guys said no. So Embry would probably say no.
"Yea." Kim replied.
"No." Aiyana replied.
"No." Embry said. I knew it!
I felt myself gulp; it was my turn. I had no idea what I wanted. Sure I wanted to meet the Cullen's but I didn't want them to attract more vampires to the area. Plus, I didn't want Embry overworking himself. I knew I had to answer, soon. Everyone was staring at me. I glanced from face to face. If I voted no, I would never meet the Cullen's and if I voted yes, I would see less of Embry. I closed my eyes, as a sweat began to form. I opened my mouth preparing to talk.
"Yes." I replied instantly regretting my choice. But I knew the boys would be bored if I didn't. They needed to have their wolf fun.
I could feel the Embry's strong gaze burning the back of my head. I ignored it, looking towards Emily for her answer.
"No." she replied, and I was slightly surprised. I know she is like the ultimate wolf girl but she is so nice I figured she wouldn't care. Then again she probably didn't like feeling helpless as Sam endangered himself and went to fight, plus she is probably planning to have children after they get married. Or are they already married. Maybe she's pregnant?
I pondered this while Sam left to inform them. Was it possible she just acted nice about the Cullen's around Bella and she really hated them? Even after all that had happened? I got up and moved into the kitchen for a drink. I noticed Embry was following and he still had an intense look in his eye.
As I poured my drink, I felt nervous. I was suddenly scared to hear Embry's reaction.
"You said yes?" Embry's voice cut through my thoughts; making me choke on my drink. I took a second to regain my façade before turning to look at him.
"I have my reasons." I answered, trying to seem confident in my choice.
"Do you even realize they are bloodsuckers?" He asked, and I groaned, frustrated. Yes I know! I felt an urge to release my knowledge of 'twilight'.
"Yea." I replied trying not to argue. Although it probably sounded kind of snippy. I felt bad I was never very good at arguing.
"So why'd you say yes?" He bombarded. I strained my neck to look him in the eye. I hadn't noticed but he had backed me against the counter, and was towering over me. Damn super wolves.
"Because, as much as I would rather have you around all the time, I know you will be bored." I argued, hoping he'd understood. I felt small as I said this but that was probably because Embry was so intimidating.
But then as I looked at him through my lashes I couldn't help but notice that as he pressed me against the counter, and towered over me how incredibly sexy it was. Well, he is always sexy, but even more so. I also realized that my head was clouded and I had an intense need to trail my fingers along his chest. I'm sure if somebody saw me right now they would be laughing as I fought a war to keep my hands to myself
"I would never be bored with you. You're too nice. You don't always have to worry about everyone else." He told me and the atmosphere was suddenly light. I blushed, and felt very self-conscious, but my playful side kicked in.
And of course that always results in ruining sappy moments, purposely.
"I am not nice." I grinned mischievously and then took my drink and dumped it on him.
Unfortunately I didn't take a few things into account as I tasted Kool-aid drip down my face.
"Nice move." Embry teased, wiping his face. Yup I agreed as I learned I shouldn't dump drinks on people pressed against me.
"Yeah, I could've planned that better." I laughed, while looking at my mess. Juice covered the floor, counter and soaked Embry and I. Next time I'll use a smaller cup.
I moved for the mop and paper towels, as Embry grabbed washcloths. I laughed in frustration as I tried to lick the juice of my face.
Embry laughed also when he saw my struggle and rescued me with his washcloth. I felt like a little kid, as he cleaned my sticky face for me. I brushed my juice soaked hair out of my face before continuing.
"Do I want to know?" Quil laughed as he stood in the doorway. I ignored him.
As Embry and I cleaned; we couldn't avoid the sudden outburst of giggles (chuckles for Embry) at the thought of what happened.
"I think we should go home and change." Embry mentioned, taking in the fact that our once white shirts were now pink.
"Awe, but you look good in pink. You know what they say, real men wear pink." I teased as he shook his head. He placed his hand on my back and led me to the car.
The ride home was very entertaining, seeing as we were making fun of each other the whole time. We also agreed that whoever got to the bathroom first got the shower. I think it's a little unfair though, but he promised not to cheat.
But as we ran through the house, racing to the bathroom I found myself slowly backtracking and staring at a very unexpected sight.
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