Chapter 16

Coming Together

BPOV

Embry has been gone for about six months. Jacob has talked to him everyday on the phone and they were starting to rebuild their friendship. I was really happy about it. I felt guilty knowing that it was me that tore them apart in the first place, but it seemed we were getting passed that. I never pressed charges against Nettie, but Jacob and I went over to talk to her. She was really distant, blamed me for Embry leaving. We got nowhere but I got to say my peace and leave.

Jr. was starting first grade today. My little man was growing up. We had talked about having another baby, but Jacob said he wanted to wait a little bit till Jr. was about eight. So here is where my problem lies. I skipped my period this month and I am scared to tell Jacob. I know that he would be happy either way, but we just talked the other night about waiting. It is not like it is entirely my fault. We have all intentions of using protection, but the moment gets too intense and we forget. I am taking a test today and we will handle whatever comes.

Jacob was honorably discharged from the navy last week and because of his injuries, he would get a disability check. It was enough so that I didn't have to work, which would be nice. Jake took out a loan and opened a mechanic shop and hired Paul and Quil to help him. There was no mechanic shop in LaPush or the surrounding areas, so Jacob's shop was busy the day it opened. I volunteered to do the books and help out when needed with reception.

We got Jr. dressed and headed off to the school. Jacob wasn't here when he started kindergarten so this was more of a thrill to him than it was to Jr. Emily was going to be his teacher this year and that gave me a lot of comfort. I knew he wouldn't be favored or get away with murder and that he would get an great education. Emily was a fantastic teacher. We dropped Jr. off, Jacob kissed me goodbye and he headed off to work as I went home to clean.

I ran into the house to answer a ringing phone surprised to hear who was on the other end.

"Bella?"

"Embry! Hey!"

"How are you, honey?"

"Good Em, how about you?"

"Good. Is Jake around?"

"No, he is at the shop."

"Good there are some things I need to talk to you about."

"OK."

I was instantly worried. Embry and I haven't really talked except that day in the hospital. I talked to him briefly if he called and Jacob wasn't home, but we never had a real heart to heart and I didn't know if I wanted to.

"Bella, I'm sorry about the hard time I gave you before I left. I was hurt. I knew that if Jake ever came back I would be out of the picture, but I never expected it to happen. Don't get me wrong. I couldn't be happier that Jake is back. It just took a little to get used to."

"I understand Embry really"

"Bella please let me get all of this out ok?"

"OK"

"I want to also apologize for my mother. Maybe it was meant to be, but I will never forgive her for having a hand in our child's death. You should have told me that day in the hospital what happened. I did not want to hear it from my five year old nephew. I understand why you didn't tell me and I appreciate you trying to protect my relationship with my mother, but you should have told me."

"I'm sorry."

"I know you are and I am not mad at you."

So far so good. Embry wasn't yelling at me and we were getting alone, but I had a feeling he was gonna drop a bomb on me.

"This was not the reason I called Bella. I just wanted to make sure we were ok and that we were still friends."

"Embry of course we are still friends. You were and always will be my best friend."

"Good then you should be happy with what I have to tell you,"

"Ok."

"I'm coming home!"

"You are! Really? When?"

"Gabi and I will be home at the end of the week"

Gabi? What the fuck?

"She is great Bella. We met two months ago where I have been working. She is beautiful and smart and funny.

Bella?"

"I'm here"

"You're upset."

"No just shocked"

"Why? Did you think I would want to be alone?"

"Of course not."

"You're jealous aren't you?"

"Yeah Em, a little."

"Bella, I will always love you. I have to move on. You are happy with Jake and Gabi means everything to me. I hope you guys can be friends."

"Sure Embry"

"Bella…."

"I'm fine"

"Something else is bothering you."

I shouldn't tell him. Jacob should be the first to know, but I had to tell someone.

"I think I'm pregnant, Em."

"That is great Bella. Why are you so upset about it?"

"Jacob doesn't want more kids right now."

"Oh. Wait! what? Jacob doesn't want more? He always wanted a big family"

"I know, but we just talked last night about waiting till Jr. was a little older."

"Well are you doing anything to prevent it? I don't mean to sound like your dad Bella, but we both know if you don't wrap it, it is gonna leave a little present."

"You are such an idiot, Embry""Laugh, you know it was funny"

"Yeah it was. You always know how to cheer me up. I am glad you met someone, even thought it hurts a little."

"Aww Bella you are making me blush"

"Shut up!"

"All kidding aside. Jake will be happy either way. Don't wait too long to tell him, Bella. Ok?"

"Ok I will know today"

"Good. I hope I am gonna be an uncle again."

"Thanks, Em."

"Anytime. Listen I have to get to work and wrap up some last minute things before we leave. I will see you this weekend. I love you Bella"

"I love you too. Talk to you soon"

We hung up and I sat there thinking. I had no right to be jealous of Embry's girlfriend. I left him after all when Jacob came home. He deserved a chance at happiness. It was then I decided that Gabi and I would be friends and I would be happy for Embry. I was so happy he was coming home and didn't think it would be awkward at all. Now to get to the real matter at hand.

I went to the closet and got out a pregnancy test I had from when I found out I was pregnant with Embry's child and ran to the bathroom. I was excited and scared all at once. I was ready to have another baby. I just didn't want Jacob to be upset. So, I peed in the cup provided and used the dropper to apply it to the test. I got the pee on the test just in time before I hit my knees and threw up. If I wasn't pregnant this sure was a cruel joke.

I waited the necessary three minutes and looked at the test. There in plain view, totally unmistakable was the red plus sign indicating I was indeed pregnant. I smiled at the joy I felt and let a tear fall at the fear of telling Jacob. I immediately called my dad and thought of a way to tell Jacob.

"Dad?"

"Hey Bells!"

"Can Jr. come to your house after school?"

"Sure honey. Everything ok?"

"Yeah I just need to talk to Jacob about some stuff and it would be better if Jr. wasn't around.""That doesn't sound good. Are you guys having problems?"

"No dad not at all. Just some unexpected news."

"Ok Sure. Do you want me to pick him up?"

"That would be great. I will pick him up later"

"Ok Bells. Love you!"

"Love you too dad. See you later."

I started on dinner, showered and changed. I was so nervous. I was lost in thought when the front door opened. I didn't realize it had gotten so late and that Jacob was home.

"Bells?"

"In here babe"

He walked into the kitchen and walked up behind me wrapping his arms around me. He kissed me and looked around the kitchen.

"Where's Jake?"

"At my dad's"

"Ok…….."

"I just thought it would be nice to have dinner alone. We'll pick him up later."

"Ok. Dinner smells great by the way. I am gonna go and get showered and changed.""Ok baby."

He walked into the bedroom and I panicked. With all the excitement of the day I forgot to throw away the test. SHIT! I could never get into the bathroom before he saw it. Well at least I don't have to worry about how to tell him. Then I heard it.

"BELLA!" Shit!

"Coming"

I walked into the bathroom and found him just standing there staring.

"What is that?"

"Um….what does it look like?"

"Don't be smart with me Isabella" Shit he really was pissed

"It's a pregnancy test Jacob""I can see that. Is it yours?"

"Do you really think random people come in and leave their pregnancy tests around our bathroom?"

"I am not in the mood for your sarcasm. Are you pregnant?"

"Yes"

"Damn it Bells! We just said last night we wanted to wait."

"No Jacob! You said you wanted to wait. It is not like I got pregnant last night."

"How far along are you?"

"I don't know I just took the test today"

"Bella how could you let this happen?"

Now he had done it. How could I have let it happen? Was he serious?

"What the fuck are you talking about?"

"Incase you didn't realize, this is just as much your doing as it is mine?"

"My doing? Aren't you on the pill or something?"

"No"

"Bella."

"Jacob. You had a hand in this to. Or should I say a dick.""Funny Bells. Really funny"

"You know. I was really happy about this. I know we said last night we were gonna wait, but things didn't happen like that. It is not like we cant afford it."

"Is that what you think it is? Money?"

"Then what?"

"I missed five years of Jake's life. I just wanted some extra time to bond with him before he had to fight for my attention with a brother or sister"

Now I felt like shit, but I was still pissed that he blamed this all on me.

"I understand Jacob I do, but Jr., will be ok. He has always wanted a little brother or sister. Cant you just be happy for us?"

"I'm sure in time I will be"

"In time? You know what? Fuck you! Dinner is ready for you when you are ready. I am going to my Dad's"

"I will be back later"

JPOV

GOD!! It was not like I wasn't happy about having another baby, but we just talked about waiting. I know I was being a royal prick. This wasn't all Bella's fault. I knew that. I was just being whiny, which was so not me.

"Bells wait. I'm sorry."

"For?"

"For acting like an ass. Can you forgive me?"

"Of course Jacob, I love you."

Whew! I didn't totally blow it. She walked over to me and kissed me and went to head out the door.

"Where are you going?"

"To go get Jr."

"You're not gonna eat?"

"No I'm not hungry. I will be back in an hour."

"Bells…..I really am happy about this baby"

"Ok. I love you"

"Love you too"

She walked out the door and I went downstairs after I heard her car pull away to eat dinner. I wrapped up the left overs and decided to help Bella out and do the dishes since I was a monstrous asshole. After I finished the dishes I picked up the phone and dialed the only person besides Bella I could confide in.

"Hello?"

"Embry?"

"Jake man what's up?"

"Are you busy?"

"No just finishing up some packing"

"Packing? Where are you going?"

"Didn't you talk to Bella? I'm coming home Friday"

"Dude that is great! I didn't give Bella a chance to say much of anything today""Jake please I don't need a visual about your sex life"

'No, I yelled at her. She's pregnant Em, and I made it like it was all her fault. I am such an asshole"

"No you're not dude. But why did you react that way?"

"We just talked about waiting man. I was a little pissed.""Well it is a little late for that buddy"

"Yeah I know."

"Well she will be ok. Just kiss her ass when she gets home"

"That is what got us into this mess"

"WOW! TMI DUDE!"

"Sorry. Hey she just pulled up. Thanks man! See you this weekend"

"Ok man"

Bella and Jake walked in the door and I ran up to her and hugged her.

"I'm so sorry Bells"

"I know me too"

"I love you and I can't wait till this baby makes his or her debut"

"I love you too Jacob"

And then the little ears in the next room perked up and ran into the living room.

"A baby? Where?"

"Mommy's pregnant little buddy""I'm gonna have a brother?"

"Or a sister?"

"A sister. I don't want to share my toys. Girls don't like trucks."

"Where did he get this shit?"

"Well whatever it is Jake it will be great"

"I agree. Jacob you are my hero. I love you"