Chapter 3: Surprise
The party was fun for everyone. Everyone except me for I grew more nervous with each passing moment. "Time for presents." Alice shouted excitedly as we all gather around the couch where Nessie had made herself comfortable. I hopes she likes my present, something that could only belong to her. It was my heart. I could feel the beads of sweat trickle down my forehead and my palms become clammy. I watched as each gave their presents waiting for my turn. First it was Edward and Bella, they loved their little girl so much and wanted her to remember everything that made her special. They gave her a charm bracelet. It was sterling silver with four charms on it. One charm was the Cullen's family crest, another was a beautiful heart. Also there was a wolf on it beside the heart. The last charm was R. She squealed in delightment over the gift. Next was Rosalie and Emmett's turn. Rosalie turned glared at me as she handed her the gift. She ripped the paper off. In it was what every teenage girl wanted a diary. "Now not even your dad will be able to read your thoughts." Emmett said and everyone laughed.
"Oh my turn. My turn." Alice rushed to her side nearly knocking me out of the way. "This is from me and Jasper." She squealed. It was a beautiful purple sweater. Purple was Nessie favorite color. I could feel my heart beat faster. I wasn't if I was sure, if I was ready for this yet. "Jake, can I talk to you for a moment." Edward called me. I got out of the chair and we walked into the kitchen. "Jake, calm down. Nothing smells worse than wet dog." He said trying to be funny. I just glared at him. "Listen Jake, don't worry about anything. I know my daughter and she loves you too. And while I have you alone for a moment let me warn of something." He paused for a moment and his face turned angry. "If you ever hurt my little girl, I will hurt you." His threat sent fear throughout my body, but I knew it was the average father and potential boyfriend talk. "But no worries Jake, cause I can read your thoughts and I know that you wouldn't." He said as he walked by to the family room. I stood there shock. I walked back into the room as Nessie glanced up at me. Her eyes were filled with excitement. "So Jake what did you get me?" She said as continued to stare at me. I could feel my heart flutter.
"Um, I'll give it to you later." I said as I sat down next to her. She pouted her lips as I kissed her forehead. "Come on Jakey, I want to know what you've got me." She tried to whine but she was a bad actress just like her mom. "Yeah Jakey, we want to know what you've got her." Emmett imitated her. I glared at him and he laugh. "Yeah Jakey." Edward chimed in. They were ganging up on me. I rolled my eyes, and looked over at Nessie. She looked heart broken and it broke my heart. I knew I had to tell her now. "Nessie, can I ask you something in the other room." She looked at me confusingly and got up off the couch. I took her by the hand and let her to the kitchen. I turned and looked at everyone letting them know not to bother us. But I knew all to well they wouldn't listen to me.
"What you want to ask me.?" She said quietly as she stared down at the ground. I grabbed her by the chin and lifted her head so I could see her beautiful eyes. She was blushing. "Nessie, you know I love you right?" "Yes, I know you love me like a little sister." She said as her voice fell. Her eyes began fill with tears. "Nessie, I have never loved you like a sister. You have always meant more to me. Nessie, I love you." I study her eyes waiting for some type of response. "You love me Jakey?" She asked her words shaky as they came flowing out. "Yes Nessie, I love you. You are my life." After that he jumped into my arms and kissed me. After a few minutes we broke apart as me heard a sea of awes coming from the door way. We both blushed. I still held her in my arms not wanting to let her go. "This is the best birthday ever!" She shouted as she looked back up at me. "And you Jake gave me the best gift."
The party ended when she fell asleep on the couch. I picked her up and carried her up to her room. I could feel Edward's eyes following as I walked out of the room. I was so happy that she felt the same way. I honestly think I enjoyed this birthday more than she did. I laid her in her bed and coverd up. "Good night Ness, I love you." I whispered as I left the room. I wanted to stay by her side all night, but I knew I better not push my luck especially when her dad knew all my thoughts and would probably kill me. Though I really couldn't blame him, I probably kill any guy that would try anything with my daughter.
I walked back into the family room and began helping clean up the party. Edward sat silently glaring out the window. I didn't bother asking what was wrong becauce I already knew that he probably heard our thoughts. Alice was dancing around the room picking up all the party decorations and Emmett and Jasper were mocking her. We nearly had the room cleaned up when all of a sudden Edward let out a loud hiss and jumped to his feet. Everyone dropped what they were doing and turned their direction to Edward. He was now in a defensive position by the door. He let out another hiss and swung open the door.