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Chapter 3

BPOV:

What the hell was that?

It was the only thought running through my mind as soon as I had a moment to myself. Which didn't occur until much, much later in the evening, following the initial gathering at Sue's. Several other people had come and gone after I had arrived. Mostly girls, who were dating a few of the guys in Jake's group of friends. Sam's wife Emily, and Jared's girlfriend Kim showed up along with a few others.

It was well after midnight by the time everyone filed out of Sue's house to head to their own for the night. Jake, being the last to leave. Dropping a kiss to my forehead on his way out, after promising to see me in the morning.

Strange thing was, we hadn't even made plans.

It wasn't until after he was out of my line of sight, for long enough for the haze that seemed to settle over me in his presence to fade, that I realized just how weird the whole evening had been.

Sure I'd been attracted to guys before, even had a couple of boyfriends after the whole Edward fiasco, but never had I felt so drawn to someone, so attracted, so possessive. I actually had to stop myself from snapping at Kim, Jared's girlfriend when she hugged, Jacob, hello. That had literally never happened before, with anyone.

I had never craved physical contact with anyone, the way I did from Jake, and it was like he could sense it, because every time the urge to touch him would start to overwhelm me, he'd reach out and take my hand, or throw an arm over my shoulder. And just one touch from his scorching skin both calmed me, and set me on fire at once.

And it was just never enough. No matter how close we sat together, no matter how much of my body was touching his, it was never enough, and too much all at once.

I mean, WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT?

I groaned in to my pillow rolling over for what must have been the hundredth time in the last hour, just trying to force my mind to shut down long enough to catch at least a couple of hours of sleep.

It was no use though, because every time I closed my eyes all I saw behind my closed lids was Jacob's handsome face.

His bright, prefect smile.

His perfect russet skin.

His thick raven colored hair that was silky to the touch.

Those almost black eyes that seemed to look straight into my soul every time they locked with mine.

What the hell was wrong with me?

If he knew how I was thinking right now he'd probably run for the hills screaming. Even to me, I sounded way to much like a crushed out fan girl. I was thinking way to much into this anyway, I decided.

Most of my time spent with Jake had been when we were kids up until I was twelve, and even then we used to be stuck to each other's side, like glue. And the couple of times I had seen him, during my brief stay with Charlie, he had been sort of touchy feely. Always a sweetheart, who always had a bright smile for me no matter what.

Why would now be any different?

Except it was different because, when we were kids it was just cute and innocent, and I never thought anything of it, but now. Now, I found myself fighting the urge to beg him to stay with me, as he was leaving tonight. That was definitely, different!

And I could hardly call some of my thoughts about him, innocent.

I mean I had been excited to see him, to congratulate him on all of the great things he has accomplished since the last time I've seen him, I hadn't really talked to him through the years except the few passed on words through our fathers.

I had missed Jacob Black. But I didn't realize just how much until I saw him again today. Not that he looked much like the, Jake that I had grown up with. No, if it hadn't been for his eyes, and his unforgettable smile, I would have thought he was someone else.

I mean what are they feeding the boys down here?

He was a far cry from the sort of backward, lanky boy I had known. At one point I thought I might have actually drooled a little.

Just a little.

Okay maybe a lot.

But don't judge me, you would have too.

When I was finally able to peel myself off of him long enough, I noticed that the small changes that come with growing up, the ones I had expected to see in him, weren't so little at all.

He had to be nearly six foot seven inches tall. All strong broad shoulders and hard muscle that easily yielded to my touch. Sculpted arms and strong legs were on display, and you could easily make out his toned chest and stomach through the well fitting t-shirt he was wearing.

But it wasn't his physical appearance that had me stuttering over words and blushing like I hadn't done in years. It was the way he would look at me, with those soulful dark eyes of his. And I'm sure it was just wishful thinking on my part, but it felt like he was looking at me like I was the only other person in the room with him, like I was the only one he could see.

And I was sure my eyes reflected the same emotions as his.

I huffed, tossing the blankets aside and hopping out of the full sized bed that was deemed as mine, in Sue's guest bedroom. Leah's old room from what I could gather. I just could not seem to get my mind to shut off long enough to sleep. Couldn't get warm enough no matter how many extra blankets I piled on top of myself.

Was it crazy that I missed the heat of Jake's body, the warmth he seems to so easily put off?

Maybe it was a little crazy, but I couldn't seem to help it.

I sighed, making my way down the stairs, I was a little surprised to see Seth in the kitchen.

"Hey, Bella! Couldn't sleep huh?" He smiled.

"No, you either?" I asked, padding over to the refrigerator, to grab a water.

"Nah, just hungry." He nodded to the now empty plate in front of him. "Want me to make you a sandwich?" He offered.

"Thanks Seth, but I'll pass, I'm not very hungry." I answered, smiling at the sweet kid.

"Everything okay?" The way he asked it, had me wondering if he could read minds, and there was just something knowing about the way he was watching me.

"Yeah, just couldn't shut my brain off long enough to sleep, but I think I'm going to go ahead and try again. You should too, Seth, its late and you have school in the morning." I playfully scolded him.

"Yeah, I know. If you need anything I'm just across the hall, don't hesitate to come find me." He smiled, hopping up and throwing his plate in the sink before walking over to me planting a loud smacking kiss on my check. "Night SIS!"

I laughed following after him up the stairs, "Night lil' bro!" I smirked.

Seth was such a sweet kid. I was lucky that dad would be marrying into such a kind family. I glanced at the alarm clock next to my bed noting it was just after one, before plopping back down in my second attempt at sleep.

This time instead of trying to fight the overwhelming thoughts and images of Jacob, I welcomed them. I felt my body begin to relax further into the soft mattress as his smile and dark eyes flittered through my mind's eye.

And before I knew it I was fast asleep.

I woke up startled, I could have sworn that I had heard a wolf's howl, then again it could have just been my dream. It was a strange dream of a large beautiful russet colored wolf.

Instead of running from it, I had found myself running toward it, like I couldn't get there fast enough. I had just reached out to run my hands through it's fur when I was jolted awake.

My head snapped toward the window in the room when I heard another howl. I jumped up making my way over to the window to peer out. It had sounded so close by. Charlie had never mentioned any wolf problems in the area.

The early morning light was just starting to illuminate the sky, it was barely six a.m., but I knew that going back to sleep would be a futile attempt, so I stood looking out of the window for a few more minutes, not sure what I was even looking for, or maybe hoping to see, but all I could see were the tree's that lined the backyard of the Clearwater, house.

After I had a quick shower and a fresh change of clothes, I felt more human. Strangely awake, for the amount of sleep I had gotten. I padded softly down the stairs to the kitchen peeking around to see what Sue had on hand. The kitchen was well stocked. Not that I was surprised, she seemed to be sort of a mother hen to the group last night, and with the way those boys could put it away, she'd need lots of on hand.

Half an hour later I had a platter of pancakes, about a dozen of eggs, sausage, bacon, and toast all laid out on the island in the kitchen. What can I say? I cook when I have a lot on my mind.

I laughed when Seth poked his head around the corner of the kitchen entrance, seemingly nose first. "Oh I knew I was going to love you!" He cooed, laying another loud smacking kiss on my check before snatching a piece of bacon.

This house phone ringing stopped me from replying, as a reached over to answer it, "Clearwater residence."

"Hey Bells!" I smiled hearing Jake's voice, and just like that all the unease I had been feeling melted away and I could literally feel my body relaxing, my tense muscles unlocking.

"Jake," I breathed.

Seth snatched the phone out of my hand before I could hear his reply, "Man you have got to get over here, Bella cooked breakfast and it looks sooooo good."

Seth laughed at whatever Jake said before hanging the phone up, I don't think I hide my disappointment well at all. Maybe he didn't want to talk to me.

Seth glanced up, noticing the look on my face. Giving me a reassuring smile, "He told me to tell you, he'd see you in five minutes."

I instantly brightened, "Good, plenty of food for everyone."

Just then dad and Sue made their way into the kitchen, noticing the food. I smiled sheepishly, "Hope you don't mind, I just like to cook."

Sue smiled at me, her sweet, loving, motherly smile, "Of course not dear, kind of nice not being the one to cook." She laughed, throwing a playful glare Charlie's way.

I smiled back. "Morning Bells." My dad grunted in his usual fashion.

"Morning dad, you guys should fix your plates, Jake will be here soon and there might not be any food left over for the rest of us." I joked.

I didn't miss the sly looks Sue and dad gave each other, "So Jake's coming over?" My dad asked all fake nonchalance in his voice.

"Yep he called a few minutes ago, he found out there was food here and he said he'd be right over." I laughed.

"I don't think he's coming just for the food, honey." Sue smiled.

I blushed, trying to ignore the butterflies in my stomached, before playfully rolling my eyes. "Yeah, yeah, I'm sure he is just dying to see Charlie." I smiled.

"I think he has his sights set on another, Swan." Seth laughed.

Just then we all heard the front door open and close, and seconds later a very handsome Jacob walked into Sue's kitchen. His eyes scanned the room, his face broke into a huge beautiful smile when they landed on me and I couldn't help but return it tenfold.

"Hey, honey." He breathed, taking me into his arms for a warm hug. He held me much longer than what was normal for it to be considered a friendly hug, but I couldn't say it was all him, I couldn't seem to make my arms let go of him either.

"Hey, Jake." I smiled against his chest, where my cheek was resting.

He released me placing a soft kiss to the top of my head. "Food looks great Bells." He appraised.

After a round of good morning's from everyone, we all settled in to eat breakfast. "So what are your plans for today?" Jake asked me about half way through eating.

I shrugged, glancing over at Sue and Charlie. "Don't know, are you guys doing anything today, any wedding stuff?"

"Nah, I'm going to have to go drop by the station for a couple of hours, and Sue has to go over to the diner later." Charlie filled in between bites.

"Well nothing then I guess. I do need to go shopping though, I don't have very much, Forks appropriate clothing." I hated the idea of shopping in an area where I didn't know where anything was.

"Well I can come with you if you want?" Jake offered, smiling down at me.

"Oh I don't know Jake, don't guys hate that kind of stuff?" I hated the idea of dragging him around, I knew I hated shopping, he probably hated it more than I did.

"Well you need a tour guide to find all of the shops and stuff around Port Angeles, unless you wanted to go to Seattle?" He offered.

"Not today, Seattle is an all day thing, we would have to had left earlier."

"Alright well its settled them, you need a tour guide and I'm your man, besides they've added a few new stores in Port Angeles, since you've been here last."

I smiled, secretly happy at the prospect of spending my day with Jake, ignoring the butterflies that swarmed my stomach when he said he was my man. "Ok, thanks Jake I really appreciate it."

I'd feel better having him with me anyway, a shudder ran down my spine at the memories of what almost happened the last time I wondered off in Port Angeles, alone.

No, I was not going to go there. Those men, and that boy were my past now.

He was gone.

Just like he never existed.

I felt a warm hand covering my own and glanced up to notice that Jake and I were the only once left at the table, and he was frowning down at me.

"You okay?" He murmured.

"Yeah, just got lost in thought for a minute there." I smiled weakly back.

He studied my features for a moment, probably seeing a lot more than I wanted him too, before giving me a small smile and taking my hand in his. All thoughts of my haunting past was forgotten when he brought my hand up to his lips and placed a scorching, but soft kiss on the inside of my palm.

That small kiss set my body on fire quickly, an unfamiliar burn starting in my stomach, flooded my whole body with the need to feel his touch.

Everywhere.

I watched as his nose flared, and his eyes seemed to darken to a deeper shade. His body seemed to be unconsciously leaning down into mine, "Bella," he breathed.

"Jacob," I murmured, leaning into him. I could feel his warm breath fanning across my skin, his large, hot hand trailed up my bare arm, over my shoulder, until his right hand was cupping the side of my face, his thumb stroking the underside of my jaw.

And just when I though I might combust with my need to taste his lips on mine, the back door burst open and in came Collin and Brady.

We jumped back, both startled by the intrusion, and if I hadn't been so embarrassed myself, I would have laughed at the faint tinge under his dark skin.

"Ugh sorry guys, we were just meeting Seth here, so we could get a ride to school." Brady explained.

"Yeah, man, sorry." Collin muttered.

Jake grunted in acknowledgement, tugging on my hand. "You ready to go?" He asked.

I looked down at my jeans and sweater, before shrugging. "Just let me put on some shoe's first. We can take my truck."

Jake just nodded placing another kiss on my palm before releasing my hand. I'm sure I was grinning like a fool the whole way up stairs.

JPOV

"Jake we really are sorry man." Collin apologized again, as Bella made her way up stairs.

"Its alright man." I sighed.

It really wasn't alright, but it wasn't their fault either.

"Can't believe you didn't hear us coming, not like we were being quite about it." Brady mumbled between bites of left over food from breakfast.

I nodded agreeing with him, there was really no excuse. I was just lost in my Bella bubble I guess.

Besides it was probably a good thing we hadn't kissed, Bella was sure to be confused about her sudden feelings for me, although I'd like to believe that at least some of what she was feeling, had nothing to do with the imprint. I had always had a bit of a crush on Bella, and I would always hope that even with out the imprint we would have maybe figured it out on our own one day.

The imprint was just designed to point you in the right directions, your feelings however are your own.

"We're going to have a bonfire tomorrow night, tell the stories and all. I'm going to take Bella with me, its better she know, sooner rather than later." I informed.

The both nodded, before bounding up the stairs to go and get Seth, a couple of minutes later the three of them were flying down the stairs, followed by my Bell's.

She looked beautiful as usual. A simple kind of beauty about her, in her jeans, a cream colored sweater, and converse sneakers. A small blush lighting up her make-up free face. All she had on was a little chap stick and I wanted so badly to kiss it from her lips.

"I'm ready, if you are?" She asked, smiling slightly at me.

"I'm ready." I stood taking her hand in mine. "Your not taking anything with you?" I asked, noting her lack of bag.

"Oh no, I don't really carry a purse unless I have too, my phone, debit card, cash and license all fit in my pocket." She shrugged, as we made our way out the front door.

I loved how simple everything was with her, she was never like most girls. She was simply beautiful.

She took me by surprise when she handed her keys over to me with a soft smile and a shrug. I wasn't about to argue with her, I took it as a sign of trust in me.

Fifty minutes later we were just making our way into Port Angeles. The drive had been spent either catching up on small bits and pieces of the last few years, or in comfortable silence. Neither of us letting go of the other's hand the whole drive.

"What kind of stuff are you looking to buy?" I asked, scooping out the options. They had added a few new stores but the options were still pretty limited around here.

"I have tons of jeans, but I'm going to need warmer clothes, sweaters, hoodies, boots, stuff like that. Especially if I plan on sticking around for a while."

My heart sped up at her words. "So your planning on staying around for a while then?" I asked, not even trying to hid the hopeful tone in my voice.

"Yeah, I was thinking about it. I could work from anywhere, anyway. It doesn't really matter where I live. Besides I missed Charlie and Sue. And you Jacob, I missed you more than I knew." She smiled.

"I missed you too Bells." I breathed, giving her hand a gentle squeeze. "Before I forget I wanted to see if you'd come to the bonfire with me on Saturday?"

"Sure Jake, what time?"

"There's never really a set time to get there, but dad usually starts the stories around eight, and I want you to hear them." I filled in.

"Okay, who's all going?" She asked.

"Pretty much everyone who ended up at Sue's last night." I told her, pulling in front of one of the newer stores in town. "They probably have the best selection of clothes here."

"K," She nodded, letting go of my hand to hop out of the Tahoe. "Do ya'll usually cook for these get tog ether's?" She asked after I had joined her at the front of the truck, pocketing her keys in my front, jean pocket, before taking her hand in mine again.

"Yeah, usually some of the girls get together at Emily's and cook."

"Oh well, I'll have to give Emily a call and see if she needs another set of hands, with the way you boys eat I'm sure she could use it." She laughed.

"I'm sure she'd really love that."

Emily and Bella had really hit it off last night, Emily had went a little fan girl on Bella, when she realized that she had actually written on off her new favorite books, and she actually squealed a little when Bella told her the second one was well on its way. After that initial introduction they had realized they had tons in common, she had also gotten along with Kim and Leah, but I could tell it was Em and Bells who had the most in common.

The thought made me smile.

Emily was like the mother hen to all of us, and I could see a lot of her same qualities in Bella.

And the pack had absolutely adored her, even Paul didn't have anything rude to say. Even though she had stayed glued to my side pretty much the whole night, she had made a real effort into getting to know everyone.

And a weight was lifted off of my shoulders when she fit in with the pack effortlessly.

I just hoped she felt the same way after she found out the truth about what we were. Bella was a perceptive girl, and I knew she'd figure it out soon if, I didn't come out and tell her soon. That's why I wanted to have the bonfire tomorrow.

Let her hear the legends and then tell her the truth about everything. Charlie would be there too, incase she needed the reassurance. I was hopping she wouldn't.

It would kill me, if she were ever to fear me.

I checked out a few things in the store, snagging a few pairs of shorts and a couple of more t-shirts, while, Bella breezed her way through the racks. I could tell by the way she was hurrying along that she didn't like shopping very much.

Every time she'd see something she like, she'd stop, check the size and stack it over her arm. She did this several times only stopping to try on a couple of pairs of boots.

She was done in under thirty minutes, and I was in awe at the fact that she had bought such a large amount of clothes in such a short amount of time.

"I just need to find a dress for the wedding, then I'm done. I'll treat you to lunch afterwards." She announced as we loaded up her truck with our purchases.

"There's two different shops down that way, that sell dresses. We can walk it." Slipping my arm around her shoulders we made our way up the walk way.

Suddenly the wind, changed direction blowing a sugary, bleach smell across my face. Bella, oblivious to the leach just kept on walking and laughing, only stopping when she felt my body tense.

"You okay, Jake?" She worried, touching my arm with her hand.

"Maybe we should come back another day Bells." I suggested desperately. Just wanting to get her out of here.

"Are you sick?" She worried. "You have been feeling hot."

Before I could reply another voice cut me off.

"Hello, Bella."

And when I felt her small body tense at the sound of the voice, I cursed this part of Washington for its mostly cloudy weather.

Fucking Cullen's.