Sam Uley (the girl) POV

So apparently everyone thought I was stupid.

There's a new person joining the pack.

I can feel it.

There was a tug as my conscience was split again for another person to be a part of my thoughts in my head. I know everyone felt it. It was a while ago. Yet no one's mentioned to me who it is.

And this tug was different. With my boys, it was hard and sometimes caused me a massive headache. This tug was sweet and slight and if I wasn't so sharp, I wouldn't have noticed it.

But I did.

I wanted some damn answers.

I couldn't have parts of my pack running around like some stupid strays.

That wasn't going to happen. I would make damn sure.

Not on my watch. Dad had taught me that much.

I ran a hand down my face tiredly. This lack of sleep wasn't helping me. My beautiful face, as called by everyone else, was feeling worn and looking a little on the bad side. My mother was so beautiful and pretty despite the scars slashed down her face. It was an accident though, I know it. Dad had just lost it and hurt mom when they were young. He had been the only wolf back then. And he had to give up everything. His scholarship to college--everything he'd worked for. He even tried to give up Emily, my mom. But she was stubborn and loved him so together they made it through the tough times.

Then they had me.

And daddy passed down the chief's hat to me. I was now the Alpha of the wolves. And I wasn't going to let anyone take it. It was my birthright. No one was going to do a 180 on me and be declared a second Alpha like Jake Black did on my dad. Sure, at first I was a little freaked. But it felt right after a while. It was as natural as breathing, really. I had always been a born leader and now was no different.

"Sup Sam?"

Even when being the leader gave you multiple migraines.

I sighed and clasped my hands together. I was in my kitchen, finishing my massive lunch.

I looked up at Quil, he was a towering 6 foot 10 over me. I was growing too, just not as fast.

"Sit."

Quil sat.

"Spill."

He frowned confusedly at me.

"What are you--"

"I know someone else has joined the pack. I just don't know who. No one's told me anything and I'm sick of it. Who is it, Quil?"

Quil's face was blank. "I'm not sure, Sam. I'm pretty sure they'll show up eventually though."

I bit my lip hard. He was lying, I knew. But why? Why was he hiding this from me? I had a right to know, didn't I?

"Fine Quil. Lie all you want to me. You'll be sorry. I'll just ask someone else."

Quil crossed his arms and glared at me. I gave out wicked punishments.

I leaned back in my chair and stared at him.

"So...who was that girl you were with when I called you. I saw her in your mind." I asked casually.

Quil softened his stare and smiled a little. "Her name's Alix. She's my imprint."

"Really? Congrats, Ateara. Wish you luck on that."

"Thanks."

"Does she--know about us?" I leaned in closer to him.

Quil shrugged. "More or less. Her father's Jacob Black, you know."

My eyebrows shot up in surprise. "Oh, she's that girl."

Quil frowned at me. "What do you mean Sam."

I shrugged, played with my fingers a bit. "She was just so....I don't know. She didn't seem like your type?"

Quil scoffed at me this time. "OK, Sam. I can't wait to say that about your imprint and see how it makes you feel."

I winced. I didn't want to imprint. At all.

"Sorry, man. Didn't mean anything by it."

"Yeah, that's why I'm not breaking your arm."

"Like to see you try."

Quil stood up and so did I. I saw him out the door and he ran off. I narrowed my eyes.

Should I follow him? I might get more info out of it. And I could also get caught.

I sighed. Better not risk it. Maybe next time I could do something.

"Samantha...." My dad's voice called me.

"Yes?" My ears were alert.

"Want to go out and train a little?" He asked me.

I bit my lip. I was getting tired of these sessions. I was already the best fighter in the pack. I could almost surpass my dad.

"Um, maybe later. I'm a little tired." Yeah, tired of responsibility. That didn't mean I'd give it up or whatever. I was just tired.

My dad paused before answering. "It's in your weakest state when you have to fight the hardest."

I wanted to roll my eyes but I didn't. I loved my dad but his little sayings from fortune cookies were sort of annoying.

"Yes, I know. I just want to rest this go round. I promise I'll work hard." I crossed my fingers. I was so knocking myself out to dreamland.

"Fine." Dad said curtly, and I knew the convo was over. Yes. And no. Now he's mad and he won't forget. I'd have to ask mom to bake some cookies later, damn it.

Alix's POV

"So, didja cream him?" Dad asked me with a grin the size of Texas. I couldn't understand what he was so happy about.

"No." I said slowly. What was he up to?

His smile didn't dim. "Oh. That's good. I bet he's happy about that."

I shrugged. "Sure." I wasn't going to tell my dad anything about my personal love life. That was so not his domain or part of his job description.

My mom walked into the living room then with a smile. I stared. I loved my mom's smile. I had rarely ever seen it out so freely though. Why was everybody so goddamn happy?

"MOM! I CAN'T FIND MY BOOKBAG!" Jake yelled from his room upstairs.

Well, everyone normal and human was happy.

Mom frowned for a second. "Did you leave it on the bus? Is it outside? I don't know what you do with your things, Jake!" She called back, unconciously rubbing her stomach.

What, did she have a cramp or something? Why was dad looking so happy about it? I swear, there was something here so obvious that I was about to have a massive brain fart. It was not even funny, this haze that covered my common sense.

Jake thundered down the stairs this time, a frown on his ugly boy face. Guess he hadn't found his bag.

"Mom, what's for dinner?" Huh. I guess it slipped his mind. What a male.

"Well, we've decided to go out for dinner Jake." Daddy answered him.

Out to dinner? OK, something was up. Mom always cooked for us. They had to tell us something big. Or maybe this was a treat. I couldn't read their faces except for happiness, happiness and happiness. It was annoying the heck out of me.

"So, Alix, how's your boyfriend doing?" Mom asked me.

I smiled at her and she smiled back. I could get used to that.

"He's fine. I'm not mad at him anymore, really."

"That's good."

"Yeah." Awkward--

"We were thinking about going up to a little restaurante in Port Angeles. Sound good?"

Jake nodded and I shrugged again. As long as there was plenty of food, we were fine.

"I think I know just the place, Bells." Dad told her.

Bella's POV

We quickly got ready and strapped ourselves in the car. I had forced Jacob to sell his ratty old Rabbit for something classier and family friendly.

We had a nice little Audi Coupe.

Yeah, I know it's classy.

When I first learned what it was called, it sent a little tug at my heart. That's what my old boyfriend had wanted to buy me. He always wanted to get me better things but I always refused. I hated when other people bought things for me.

Now, I was fine with it as long as it wasn't ridiculous.

I think Jacob wanted to blindfold me so it'd be a surprise getting there. He could be so weird.

Finally, we reached the place. It was called Sunkissed and seemed to be a pretty nice restaurant. I liked the look of it. It wasn't expensive but it was fancy enough. Jacob had done good.

I squeezed his hand and he smiled as he parked the car.

"Nice digs." Jake commented.

I saw Alix roll her eyes at him.

Seriously, Jake sounded like my dad.

I swallowed. We would have to visit my dad soon, especially with the great news in store. I couldn't wait for him to take out his gun and attempt to shoot Jacob again. It had been funny the first time Jacob knocked me up. The second--was expected. Now, especially if I had twins, Charlie wouldn't know what to do with himself. No, I didn't want Jacob shot. Charlie wouldn't be able to catch him. It was just funny to see the look on Jacob's face.

I think it was real terror he showed even though he couldn't get hurt easily.

Jacob helped me out of the car and we sat at a booth for the four of us. The food on the menu sounded good. I ordered some scrimp scampini and soup. Jacob--well, let's just be glad he has a job. Oh, and the little brats too. It was like they were starved for food. The maitre'd looked incredulous when they told him their orders with innocent expressions.

"Maybe you should try to be a little normal." I whispered to the kids. I didn't bother with Jacob.

Alix giggled while Jake shrugged.

"We're hungry. This is normal for us." Jake said.

"You want us to starve mom?" Alix asked with a grin.

I shook my head and sat back. Oh well. At least I was normal. That was sure comforting. Hah.

Jacob squeezed my hand and I looked over at him.

"Let them eat first." I responded.

He nodded and smiled at me.

Jake and Alix looked at us with suspicious eyes.

"Promise to tell you later." I said to them.

They glanced at each other before realizing they disliked the other. They stared in opposite directions of the room.

Siblings, I guess. I didn't have much to base that on. Whatever.

They food arrived slowly. The wolves were just drooling. Gross.

It was a good thing that we had a big table or else some of the food would have to rest on their laps. But they were fast eaters so no worries. I think some people were staring as our orders arrived. Then they were going googly eyed when they saw my family devour it all up.

I sighed. Loved them, I reminded myself. Even if they made me look like a fool. Anytime.

The kids kept sneaking looks at me and Jacob. As if they were sneaky. C'mon. Them stuffing their faces in a hurry was funny though.

Jake put his hands down on the table. I looked down at his plate. It was still full. He must have been anxious.

"Well? Are you going to tell me or not?" He demanded.

Jacob sighed and looked at me. I grinned and turned to Jake.

"OK, Jake, Alix guess what."

"Chicken butt."

Jake shot an annoyed look at his sister. Then he looked back at me.

"What is it mom?"

"How do you guys feel about having another sibling added to the family?" Jacob asked smiling.

Jake's mouth dropped open.

Alix stared at me.

"YOU'RE PREGNANT?!"