Chapter 4
She awoke the next day to a knocking on her door. She slowly opened her eyes, squinting against the light streaming in through the window.
"Leah honey?"
"Mmmm" she groaned in response, turning to face her mother in the doorway.
"It's nearly 10, you're usually up by now. Anyways, I just wanted to let you know I'm off to work, I think Seth went out earlier. Have a good day. I love you." she said then turned to leave.
"Mom!" Leah said, sitting up suddenly.
"Yes?" she asked as she reappeared in the doorway.
"I love you too." Her mother smiled warmly in response. After she'd left Leah stretched widely. This was the first night in a long time that she'd actually slept all through the night, she hadn't even dreamt. She didn't puzzle over this long though, simply got out of bed and headed to the bathroom.
A few minutes later she was downstairs eating breakfast. It was a beautiful Thursday morning in La Push. She felt, invigorated, expectant, things she'd forgotten how to feel. After she'd eaten she took a long hot shower, washed her hair, and changed into a nice pair of skinny jeans and a blouse she hadn't worn in forever. She even decided to put on some mascara and lip gloss, but left her hair down and straight as always.
Marching out the front door she hopped into her tiny car and just drove. The sun continued to hold reign over the day, lighting up the slumbering world, lighting up her insides. She sped down the narrow roads, through the tall trees, along the cliffs, looking at the billowing waves below in all their glory. When she finally pulled into the driveway, she wasn't certain how she'd gotten there anymore, or even how she'd remembered to find it. She walked up the path coming to the front door. She hadn't been there in ages. After a few knocks the front door opened. She was surprised to see, not Billy, but Jacob. He seemed a bit surprised to see her, but smiled,
"Hey."
"Hi." He was dressed in plaid pyjama pants and a black T-shirt, his hair messier than usual. He took in her appearance, then met her dark gaze again. "I'm sorry I didn't call or something, I just…" He laughed lightly,
"Don't be ridiculous, come on." He took her warm hand in his and pulled her inside. The small living room was comforting today. She sat on the couch, watching as he want into the adjoining kitchen.
"Do you want something to eat?" he asked.
"No thanks, I just had breakfast."
"Alright, well I'm starving." She rolled her eyes, laughing,
"Surprise surprise." she stated. He grinned too. "Just don't burn yourself, I don't think you're that great of a cook." He cocked an eyebrow at her,
"I wouldn't be so sure."
She enjoyed this lightness she felt around him, like they'd been this close forever. They continued to joke back and forth until he sat at the small table, eating.
"So, I was thinking." She said, standing from the couch and making her way over to him.
"Uh oh." he said grimly. She rolled her eyes at him, then continued,
"We should probably tell everyone about us… before they find out, you know… the other way."
Jacob remained silent for a moment, staring into space, then finally said,
"Yeah, you're right."
"I mean, if you're not ready, then that's cool, but, I don't know, I think it would be best, make it less awkward." He turned to face her in his chair,
"Leah, I've never felt this way about anyone, of course I can't wait to tell everyone." she smiled,
"Me too." she stepped closer to him as he casually put his arms around her small waist. " and besides, I think they may have an idea after your brilliant tactfulness last night." she continued, running her fingers through his hair.
"Oh, you're just full of jokes this morning." she nodded. "By the way, you look beautiful today." she smiled as he ran a hand up her side to cup her cheek and pull her face down to his. Their lips met in a sweet kiss, savouring the newness of it at first, then deepening. Leah's back was half bent, so she moved to straddle his lap, pulling herself closer to him. He ran his hands up and down her back while she returned the favour. The kiss grew in intensity until he had to break away to breathe, trailing his hot mouth down her neck, across one shoulder, biting slightly every so often
"Mmm… Jake…"
She was breathing heavily, wanting to feel more of him. She suddenly pushed him back from her, ignoring the slightly confused look in his eyes as she pulled his shirt up over his head. Although she'd already seen all this and more, she drank him in. Leah then ran her fingers over the toned flesh, down his chest, over his abs. His skin jumped slightly under her soft touch and she grinned, kissing the hard planes above his heart. His breath hitched slightly in his throat when her tongue swirled across his skin.
"Leah…" he nearly growled. Although he was momentarily immobilized from her sudden taking over he recovered, quickly sliding his hands up under her shirt, and over the aching mounds of flesh. She moaned at the sudden movement but continued her torture. He pulled out, starting to undo the buttons on the front of the delicate shirt, his fingers brushing against her burning skin. She pulled away from his chest to smash her mouth to his again. His fingers undid the last button on the shirt and he eased her shoulders out of it, leaving her in a simple black bra. He pulled back from her mouth again to trail kisses down her throat and then the valley between her breasts. At last he turned his attention towards one of them, sucking it through the thin material of her bra. She moaned again, just as he reached behind her and flicked it open. He returned his mouth to her now bare flesh, sending shivers down her spine and-
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The pair shot up together as the telephone rang, breaking through their haze, but just slightly. Their gaze locked, his fiery, hers glazed.
"It…. It might be Billy." Jacob said, his voice thick with emotion. She gritted her teeth and nodded mutely. He eased her off his lap, making his way over to the source of the ever present ringing.
"Hello?" he said sharply, picking up the receiver. "Oh hey." he continued. Leah flopped back in the chair for a moment, staring at the ceiling. Jake continued to mumble in the phone. She looked at him from the corner of her eye, and he looked irresistible, his brow furrowed, chest bare. She stood from the chair, coming up to him.
"Yeah… yeah ok." he said, trying not to stare at her. She smiled slyly, running her fingers over his front. He swallowed loudly, but continued to speak. "Yeah I know." She began kissing the side of his neck, running her tongue over his pulse. His voice cracked slightly and she smiled. "Well… why don't you talk to them yourself?" he said into the phone, his voice shaking slightly. Then in her boldness, she smoothed the palms of her hands down his stomach, past his waist and over the bulge in his pants. "Fuck." he muttered, closing his eyes. "Yeah….y-yeah sorry, I'm, ah, fine." he bit out, fixing her with his moody eyes, clearly warning her. She laughed lightly, continuing her ministrations, careful not to speed up or slow down. "O-ok. Yeah, ah, see you then." he quickly slammed down the phone and grabbed her wrists, stopping her movements.
"Are you trying to kill me?" he asked. She smiled,
"Maybe." His gaze narrowed and he spun them, pushing her against the wall.
"Two can play that game." he whispered, grinding himself into her. She whimpered, trying to touch him, but he still had her hands in his. She bit her lip, trying not to sound so desperate, but he was ruthless, biting her neck, brushing his lips across hers, but never giving her enough stimulation, as her lower body was still on fire.
"Ok, ok. I'm sorry." she conceded. He smirked, then pulled away. She frowned,
"That was Sam on the phone."
"Oh."
"We all need to get over there. I figured it'll probably be a good time to tell them."
"Alright."
They were both still hot and aching, and she communicated this in her eyes. He gulped,
"But, a few more minutes won't matter." he rasped, pressing against her once more.
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Leah drove them in her car to Sam's house. After pulling into the driveway, she simply stared at it in silence. He took her hand in his,
"I know this must be hard." he said. She nodded mutely,
"Yeah… but I can do it."
"I know. Here, you stay here for a minute, I'll be right back." he said, turning to unlock the door.
"Where are you going?" she asked, gripping his hand tighter. He turned to look at her,
"Just trust me, ok?" She nodded slowly,
"Ok." He smiled, kissing her lightly, then left.
Leah sighed into the remaining silence. She wracked her fingers through her hair over and over. Then finally decided she couldn't breathe and got out of the car. She inhaled deeply, pacing back and forth. She glanced nervously at the cabin, then began walking away, till she stopped and sat in the grass nearby. Suddenly she heard the door open, and was relived.
"Leah?" whoever's voice she'd been expecting, it certainly wasn't that one. Leah turned slowly to see the girl she's once thought of as her sister, walking towards her. She was still one of the prettiest girls Leah knew, despite her scars. She still evoked all those feelings of trust, layered by betrayal. Emily approached her warily, coming to stand next to her.
"Hey." Leah said quietly.
"Hi. Could I sit?" Emily asked. Leah nodded. She even smelt the same, the air stirring as she sat down next to her. The pair remained silent for a long moment.
"So…" Emily began, "Jake… he, he said you guys, are together." Leah nodded again. Emily laughed lightly, "Poor Seth, at first he seemed angry, but then I think he was happy, knowing that you are. He cares about you so much."
"I know." Leah replied.
"Then Jacob said you had something to tell me." Leah smiled slightly, realizing what he'd done,
"Yeah, I do." She sighed, turning to look at Emily in the eye. Her face was deeply concerned, and hopeful, "Emily…. I just wanted you to know that…. I forgive you." she said. The other girl's eyes lit up, but she remained silent, sensing that there was more. "I know I've given you a hard time, and I'm not asking for your sympathy, I really just want to be your friend again." Emily smiled,
"Of course Leah." she said, her voice thick with tears. Leah smiled too. Then they were hugging and crying. Neither sure who was comforting who.
"I've really missed you." Emily said.
"Same" Leah choked out. Soon they were laughing wetly at the whole situation, and eventually crying again. In the end Leah felt like she'd regained something very close to her that she hadn't even realized she'd lost.
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Jake watched as Emily and Leah joked and laughed together inside the tiny living room of the cabin. Although he knew things weren't perfect, and that fixing relationships takes time, it was better than nothing. He also knew that she wanted to talk to Sam, but that would have to wait. Sam was just revelling in the fact that Leah had willingly come into the house, far less that she was talking to her "sworn enemy's wife". The pack hadn't reacted quite like he'd expected; instead of completely freaking, they'd sort've laughed and congratulated him. Leah and Jared had assumed a silent truce, even though they were arguing within minutes, but it wasn't hostile.
Just then Seth came up to him.
"Hey, you know, cause I'm her brother I have to say it." He said. Jake frowned,
"Say what?"
"If you hurt her, I'll break your neck." Seth said, grinning. Jake laughed,
"Alright. I swear I won't."
"Good. I'm glad we got that over with."
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A/N: Don't worry, that's not the end, not even close! As always, let me know what you want to see, what you think etc. Also, in case you were wondering if Sam did plan that whole situation, you'll find out soon enough. AND, specifically for malfoof, there will be a chapter in Jake's point of view. This end bit here was a little of that. ANYWAYS, thanks SO MUCH to the reviewers, you guys are awesome and sweet, and I really appreciate the comments, so keep them coming. Till next time!