I don't own anything, but I do own two lovable mutts.

Chapter 2:

Emmett's POV:

Bella and I were having a great time, eating and laughing. I could tell that she wasn't sick like she said she was. And I know in time that she will tell me. We played twenty questions, we both found out why we wanted to teach and random stuff about each other. It was the best first non-date I have ever had; there was no pressure to look good.

Both of us were so caught up in our conversation when the phone rang. I was so happy that Bella didn't run to answer it. That is my one pet pev, when someone answers a phone call or text while someone else is talking to the person. The incoming call finally hit the answering machine, when we heard;

"Isabella…" then they hung up. I could tell it was a man, just by the pitch of the voice. I turned back to Bella and I saw her run up the stairs. I wonder what made her cry. I slowly walked up the stairs, to where I assumed her bedroom was I knocked on the door light lightly. I heard a muffled 'come in'. I walked in and she was in a ball on her bed. I broke my heart to see her like this.

"Bella, what's wrong?"

"Something, I can't fix."

"I don't think so, tell me what's wrong and maybe I can help you."

"Okay, wait a second."

I nodded, she got up and took her PJ's from her bed and made her way to the on suite bathroom. She came out later with her beautiful swan like neck exposed, in sweatpants and a tank top. She turned for a split second and I saw something peaking from the back of her shirt. A bright colour. A tattoo perhaps? If so, fuck me.

"I was going out with a creep named Edward for five years, we were living together, and I brought my childhood pet to the house as I couldn't live without Tippy, my dog. Well my friends had the feeling that Edward was cheating on me, which he was. I caught him in the act. I kicked him out of the house. And when I came home yesterday, my friends were here waiting for me. But Tippy wasn't. The bastard took him and he is refusing to give him back." She said this with tears welling up in her eyes. I don't know how she is holding to so together.

"Don't worry Bella, we will think of something. Don't fret." I gave her a hug. "Bella, go to sleep you have had a hard couple of days, I'll clean up downstairs and I will let myself out."

"hmmm." She mumbled. I rubbed her back until her breathing evened out, and then went to check on her again before I left for the day. I found her cell. I looked for a person to text found Alice.

Hello, this is Emmett, a co-worker of Bella's. I have left her sleeping in her room, but if you could come in the morning or when I leave that would be great she told me what happened.-E

I left my cell number with this Alice girl, hoping she would respond. About thirty second later I got a text from a new number, I can only assume it was Alice.

Hi Emmett, ya I'll be right over, stay there till I'm there. It should take me about ten minutes. Stay in her room, she will wake up and start to freak out. –A

Okay, I'll see you soon, the door is locked, so let me know when you're here and I will unlock it.-E

No worries, I have a key.-A

I went back upstairs to her bedroom, she was mumbling about something. I sat in her chair by the window. It looked like a reading chair. Natural and artificial light in the perfect spot. And a table to put your coffee and newspaper down on, in the mornings. I could see myself living there, sleeping beside her.

I heard the locks tumble, I figure Alice was here. But I heard two sets of voices.

"Hey, you must be Emmett? I'm Alice and this is Jasper my fiancé."

"Hey, you got that right. She has been mumbling for the past few minutes, I don't know what to do." I told the couple. Alice was short, pixie like and Jasper was tall with blond hair, whit a look on his face as if to kill me if I harmed one hair on Bella's head. Which I have total respect for considering I was feeling the same.

"Hey, Emmett can you come downstairs with me, Alice will take care of Bella. I need to talk to you." Jasper said, I thought he was a cop waiting to arrest me.

"Okay sure. Bye Alice." I walked up to Bella and kissed her forehead. "Sweet dreams Beautiful."

We walked down the stairs to the kitchen where I saw him put the coffee maker on.

"Okay, I have known Bella for a long time. I think of her as my little sister. And I did like Edward, but he decided to treat her like shit. So I am very protective of her. Her dad asked me to watch over her while he couldn't. And I am fulfilling that promise. So if you hurt her in anyway, I will hunt you down and physically harm you."

When looking him in the eye I knew he was serious. I was happy that she had him in her life. "Jasper, I don't intend to harm her in the least, I want to kill this Edward guy. But if I do hurt her in anyway, I will beg you to kill me."

"Well Emmett you need to get in line for Edward, because he has to go through; me,

Alice, Rosalie and then you. Her dad doesn't know that they broke up let alone he took her dog." He clapped me on the shoulder and said that I could leave if I wanted to but really I wanted to wait here until she woke up, but I need to get to work tomorrow. The best I can ask for is a non-problem Friday. Fingers crossed.

I let myself out then made my way home. As soon as I got home I called Bella's house to see if she was up, she wasn't. I let Alice and Jasper know that I will tell Mr. V that she can't come into work tomorrow, as she is still sick. Hopefully he bought that excuse.

Beep, beep, beep.

That infernal alarm clock, I wanted a hockey stick near my bead so I could kill the damn thing, but sadly I can't I have to get to the school and let Mr. V know about Bella. I got out of bed and showered and changed. I was happy that my parents gave me coffee maker with a timer; I could set it to make the delicious black gold when I got into the shower.

As I made my way to the office, Mr. V saw me and called me in.

"Good morning Mr. McCarty, how do you fare?" He asked me, I wondered if had read any Shakespeare lately fare? Whatever floats your boat?

"I'm okay."

"I have some questions on Miss Swan. I know you went to her house yesterday, she has never been sick before; I wanted to make sure she's alright. I and my wife are very worried about her."

"She is okay, Bel- I mean Miss Swan, am going through a tough time right now, and unfortunately it's not my place to say. You can call her to see if she will say anything to you."

"Thank you Mr. McCarty, for being honest with me. I will get a supply teacher in for your last period so you can go see Miss Swan, and send her my regards. Have a good day." With that he left the office I was sitting there stunned on what happened.

Classes went by fast. There was a test in my first English class next week so I have to start writing it. Near the end of my final class I got a memo to go to the office before I left for the day, so I went.

"Hi, Mr. McCarty, I have something for Miss Swan. Some soup from my wife and flowers, can you please give them to her for me. I can't make it there tonight, my kids are in soccer and they have a game tonight."

"No problem, Mr. V. I'll let her know, I will see you on Monday. Have a nice weekend and thanks again for today." I walked out with full hands.

When I got home I texted Alice saying that I will be there within the hour, she said it was fine and she will see me soon. I hopped into a quick shower. I got my laptop together and my textbooks for my class' test. Plus an overnight bag, just in case. I went over to McDonalds and picked up some very unhealthy dinner for the four of us, and drove over to Bella's house.

I rang the doorbell and I heard feet clumping down the stairs. I didn't think Jasper walked that heavy. The person opened the door and I saw a guy who was 6'5, dark skinned with a short haircut style. "Hey, you must be Emmett." He stuck out his hand I took it. "Sam, I'm Rose's boyfriend."

Okay so I was lost I had no idea who this Rose person is. I am assuming that she is another friend of Bella's. "Hi nice to meet you, can I come in?"

"Sure man, sorry I'm not really thinking." I nodded my head in understanding.

I walked in and sat down all the things I brought with me, I guess I didn't bring enough food. But I can run out and get more, it won't take me long.

"Emmett, you're here!" Bella said as she was coming down the stairs into the kitchen.

She gave me a hug.

"Yup I'm here, I brought Mcidees. I called Alice earlier asking what you guys like, but I didn't know Sam and Rose were here, so do you know what they eat?"

"Ya but don't worry they can get it themselves." She smiled. I'm so gald to see that, I didn't see it yesterday night. It's a nice thing. "Guys, Emmett's here!"

I heard people coming from every which way. I saw Jasper and Alice and Sam, also a leggy blonde on the arm of Sam, I assume that this is Rose. "Hello, my name is Rosalie." The leggy blonde said, as if she is better as me.

"Um Hi." I shook her hand. "I didn't know you and Jacob were going to be here so I didn't get you anything to eat, I'm sorry. Is there anything I can make for you, or pick up?"

"No we are okay. We are on our way out anyways. See you later guys. Emmett." Rose said. Once they left we sat down and ate dinner. There wasn't as much tension as I thought that there would be. I still have not told Bella that I am staying on the couch as per Jasper's and Alice's wishes; little did they know I was thinking the same thing.

Bella`s POV:

I can't believe I told Emmett about my ex-boyfriend and my dog. I was a mess. I like him, I mean like like him and for him to see me like that, especially of him knowing me for less than a week. It feels a lot longer than that. He was nice; he just let me cry my eyes out and comforted me. When he brought me upstairs to my bedroom, he rubbed my back until I fell asleep. I heard him go downstairs, and then I heard Alice and Jasper come into the house. I figured he called them. It was late and we did have school tomorrow and he needed to sleep.

I felt him kiss my forehead and say, "Sweet dreams Beautiful." I knew I fell asleep with a smile on my face. Alice came behind me, like she used to do when we were kids. She held me as I was sleeping. It wasn't a restful sleep I knew I was weeping for my lost dog, this relationship with a fellow teacher.

"Bella, honey Emmett's going to let your principal know that you're not going into work tomorrow, extra-long weekend." I heard Alice say. I smiled because they were looking out for me constantly.

I pretty much slept the whole day. Rose and Sam, came over to see how I was. Of course Jake had to wake me up as he was working late, he was a police officer. He wanted to work his way up quickly in the force so he took any shift he could. I commended Rose on every front because she was dating a cop. And my dad was a cop. So when he came over it was always a treat. I was happy he came, like Jasper he was my big brother and if anything happened to me he would be in line to beat the shit out of that person, or in this case ex-boyfriend.

I heard Sam and Emmett talking; oh that is not a good sign. Sam will kill him if he hurts me, and he would get away with it. It was nice to see my friends looking out for me but, I am a big girl. I can handle my own. Although recent experiences haven't noted to that. Emmett brought McDonald's for us, yummy. And he also had a bag with him.

"Emmett what's in the gym bag?" I asked him as I was taking a nugget and dipping it in sauce.

"Clothes, toothbrush and paste, brush. You know sleepover essentials." He beamed. He had this big grin on his face, it was cute but I didn't get the need for sleepover things. I looked over to Alice and Jasper and saw the look on their faces- don't ask me I have no idea- look. Ya right.

"Alice, do you have any idea why Emmett has a gym bag?'

"Yes I do Bella; he is sleeping on the couch. I don't want Edward coming here and you not protected. Jazzy and I have to go out to his parents' house to go over details for the wedding and Sam has work and Rose is flying out, so he is the only one left. We all trust him and have given him the third degree if anything happens to you so. Yes he is staying." She said and literally put her foot down. No grounds to argue.

When Alice and Jasper left for the night, Emmett and I decided on watching some TV.

We channel surfed without talking. When he was flipping I saw The Princess Bride on TV which happens to be my favourite. "Em, stop lets watch this." I told him, he put the remote down and I curled up to him. He put his arm around my shoulder. It felt nice, his huge body against my little frame, it felt, natural. I put my head on his chest and heard his heart beat and steady breathing. That was relaxing. I felt myself dozing off. He wrapped me tighter, that's all I remember.

I woke up curled on the couch, with my quilt over me. I heard what I thought to be a chainsaw coming from behind the coffee table. I got up to find Emmett on the floor curled up like a kitten in two blankets and a pillow. I wish I had a camera. This would so be my favourite picture. So I got up very quietly and got my iPhone and walked over, took the picture. Once the camera eye snapped I felt a hand on my calf. I squirmed and almost fell down.

"So Bells did you get a good picture?" Emmett asked tickling me.

I was laughing so hard I could hardly breathe. "Yes, now stop tickling me or else." I told him trying to do my 'teacher stare' but I couldn't stop laughing.

Emmett's POV:

I woke up before Bella, with a knock on the door. It was early pre-dawn morning, so I was a bear, so not happy. I walked up to the door, opened it and saw a man with bronze coloured hair. I knew who it was and I was not happy, more like I was pissed. He looked as if he could shit his pants at the sight of me because of my shere size. I quickly texted

Jasper telling him that Edward was here and I was going to get Bella's dog back. It's amazing how much you learn when you are in university classes trying not to get caught texting. I got a response back saying that he already had Jake on the phone letting him know what was going down.

"Um, Is Bella home?" Edward said. "And you are-"

"Yes but she is sleeping. My name is Emmett and I am here to protect her from the likes of you. So, if you wouldn't mind hopping into your car and getting her dog Tippy. That would be great. If not I will have the police here in seconds waiting to arrest you for stealing personal property. The choice is up to you." I told him as I had my arms crossed over my chest, looking down at him. He looked at me as to size me up. Well I had many years for high school and college football under my belt that has helped me to kick some ass. And especially of its some scrawny, cheater, dumbass boy's ass I'm hurting. I mentally cracked my knuckles and awaited his answer. I knew he wanted to make a run for it, but he wouldn't be able to because I already had everything set up and ready to go. "I'm not getting any younger here, so it would be able to choose an option. It's not hard, pick one or two. Like I said it's up to you. Option one is a little easier so I think that is your best bet."

"Um, ah, um I don't know. I guess I can go get that little shit dog." He said. He was nervous as fuck but I didn't care as long as my Bella was fine, I wouldn't care in the least.

"Okay so get in your car and I will follow you and I will bring him home. Comprende?" He just nodded his head, finally a good answer from him. He got in and I followed him. It wasn't a far drive but still it was ten minutes away. I had called Jasper and let him know the plans just so they don't wake up Bella from her sleep. Once I got to this fuckers apartment I was glad because Bella would be happy again.

I followed Edward in and saw Tippy there. He saw me and started wagging his tail even though he had not one clue who I was. I really didn't care all that much because I would bring him home to Bella and then she would be happy again. I got Tippy into my car, along with all his stuff, and drove back to Bella's apartment, quietly opened the door, I looked at Tippy and told him to be quiet. We went to the couch I once again took my bed on the floor, while Tippy climbed behind Bella's legs and fell asleep. The next thing I heard was crying and "I miss you" coming from Bella. This made me very happy. I decided to pretend to sleep a little more and let her have some dog time.

I woke up ten minutes later and saw that Bella had left the couch. I didn't see her shoes gone so she still must be here. I went to the bathroom and brushed my teeth then made my way to the kitchen. I saw Bella sitting there with her head in her hands, crying. I couldn't believe she was crying again. I hope everything is okay. I wearily made my way over to her to see what was wrong, when I felt someone jump on my neck and hug me for dear life. I looked down and saw Bella crying into my chest.

"Thank you Emmett. This means the world to me." She said looking up at me. So much emotion in her eyes, I wanted to kiss her. I felt this strong pull towards her. I wanted her.

"You're welcome Bella. I know how much Tippy means to you."

"Is there any way I could repay you for this?"

That question went straight to my cock; I had to think of something to get myself to calm down. I was trying but honestly the only thing I could think has been her and me on that couch making out for the rest of the day. "Um, no there isn't, I'm okay. Really."

"I know something that we could do, you stay the night again, I will make dinner and we will watch a few DVD's."

"Sounds good."

After us talking some more, I took a shower, decided against me reliving myself in her shower and went back down just in time to see Bella on a chair trying to get something from a tall cupboard. "Do you want some help?" I chuckled.

"Sure that would be great, can you get that pan from there, the white one please?"

"No problem." I got it down for her; I looked down from the chair and noticed she wasn't wearing a bra. She was perfect I couldn't wait to see her out of that t-shirt and grab one of her nipples into my mouth. She blushed as if she knew what I was thinking. "So what are you making?"

"It's a surprise, you will find out soon enough. Now can you go to the video store and get a few DVD's doesn't matter what ones. Something funny."

"Ya no problem." I wondered if it was going to be a PJ day for her because if so I'm going to get a hot movie so I can watch her blush.

I went and came back within thirty minutes. Bella was still in the kitchen. It was later on in the afternoon, we would be eating in a few hours and I couldn't wait.

"Hey, Emmett do you want to go to the park and play with Tippy and me?"

"Sounds great. I'm ready when you are."

"Sweet lets go." I saw that she was in the same t-shirt and now a pair of jeans, hopefully she didn't put a bra on.

We got to the park near her house and played for an hour then went back to her place.

"Emmett can you please set the table? Beer is in the fridge if you want." I did as she asked.

I did as she asked. We sat down eating the delisous food she made. Not really talking during the meal. I just starred at her beautiful brown eyes. I was getting lost in them. We finished and washed the dishes together then sat on the couch. We plugged in the movie and started to watch it. I felt as if I was in high school again, can I put my arm around her? How to do it stealthily, I didn't know. I was hesitating a lot. Bella turned her head and smiled. "Emmett, you can put your arm around me, I don't bite." She laughed.

"Hard." I smiled the wrapped my arm around her and she settled in getting comfortable on my side. I would love for her to be permently attracted to me. She smelt wonderful, her body wash and just Bella. I looked at her and she looked at me. I started to put my head down towards hers. I kissed her; with all the passion I was feeling I wanted to devour her. I slid my tongue by her lower lip and asked for permission. She tasted better than she smelt. I think I'm falling for her.

W-O-W! That's all I have to say. That kiss was something else entirely. I think I'm falling hard and fast. I mean what girl wouldn't fall for the guy who went and got her dog back from her slime ball of an ex-boyfriend? He is really sweet. It seems he already has my friends' approval. Which is a plus. Emmett, is just, sigh, wonderful. I think I can see myself with him for a long time to come. Maybe his wife?

"Emmett, are you planning on staying the night tonight?"

"If you would like, Bella. I would love to. Before we go to bed, we should take him out eh?" He pointed to Tippy.

"Ya I think so." Emmett got Tippy ready as I got my jacket on. We took him out for a little walk. Then we got ready for bed.

"Good night Bella, I will see you in the morning." He said as I was walking up the stairs.

"Uh, Emmett?"

"Ya."

"You can come up and sleep with me. I would prefer it, you're a lot taller than I am and you will get sore from lying down on that couch all night." Oh man I sound like a teenager trying to sneak her boyfriend up while her parents aren't home. Gawd.

"Oh, okay. Let me make sure the place is locked down here, while you are getting ready." He flashed me what I am now considering my smile and my insides got all fuzzy. I really do like him. Is that weird? I mean I just broke up with my boyfriend of five years and I am already pinning away for someone else. I sound like a slut. Damn.

Knock, knock. "Bella, are you decent?" aw, he's so sweet; he's asking if he can come in the room.

"Ya come on in Em."

"I like the nick name Belle." He winked, Belle? Huh?

"Em, question. How did you come up with Belle? I mean my name is Bella?"

"Because you are my beauty, and I am your beast. We have two languages up North, English and French. So I changed your name to Belle. Plus you look like Belle from Beauty and The Beast. So your name is Belle."

W-O-W! Have I said that before? I mean it. Can this guy get any cuter? He said one of my all-time favourite movies and told me I look like a Disney Princess. You can't get a bigger compilemt then that. I got off the bed and walked up to him. Put my arms around him and brought his head down for a kiss. "If I kiss you now, you will become my Prince Charming, no longer the beast." I kissed him with all that I knew how. He brushed his tongue against my lower lip waiting for entrance. I granted it to him. Our tongues danced together. He pulled away too soon for my liking, but he told me why.

"Belle, if we continue this kiss, I cannot be held responsible for whatever I do to you. I would love to continue, but can I at least take you out first?" He laughed, and then kissed my head. "Let's go to bed. We have one more day off, and we can talk about you and me." Emmett hugged me and we slipped into bed together. I fell asleep to the sound of his heart and breathing, and Tippy's snoring on the floor. The best sleep I have ever had. And I mean it. He held me in his arms. I felt so safe and loved.

I woke up nice and warm. I had a pair of strong arms around me and my head was on a manly chest. I can only assume it was Emmett. I wouldn't mind waking up the next 70 years the same way.

"Mmmm, Belle you smell good." Emmett said as he sniffed my hair. I started to giggle.

"Oh, so you're ticklish eh?! That's good to hear." He unravelled one of his arms and started to tickle my sides. I was laughing so hard I had to run to the bathroom.

"Em, what would you like for breakfast?" I called from the bathroom.

"Doesn't matter to me, whatever is fine." He replied.

"Okay, it will be ready in five." I got to making simple eggs and bacon. I really didn't want to fuss over breakfast. Never have. I like to make a fuss over dinners and things like that. Emmett came down the stairs, with is hair wet from his shower.

"Smell's good, Belle."

We sat down to eat and talk about our day.

A/N: this chapter is the same from my original story. I'll let you readers know when I will be rewriting the chapters.