I awoke to the sounds of pans crashing in the kitchen.

Wait . Where am I ? I was wrapped up in blankets like a burrito.

I was laying in Jake's small but comfortable bed. I must have fallen asleep at Emily's and Jake must have carried me here in my sleep. I just hope that by the time he fetched me my eyes were no longer puffy and swollen.

Sigh. Hopefully Emily was also asleep when Jake came for me because I really hated the thought of her telling him all that we talked about. I knew without a doubt that if she was awake he would have questioned her about why and what I was doing at her and Sam's place.

I inhaled a slow shaky breath and untangled myself from the blankets. I stood and stretched out my achy muscles. I looked like a mess with my tangled hair and crumpled white t-shirt Emily gave me to change into.

Where are the pants Emily borrowed me? Why aren't I wearing any pants?

The thought of Jake taking of my pants in an innocent gesture to ensure I slept more comfortably still had me blushing like a red tomatoe. It's a good thing I shaved my legs yesterday. It's even better that I decided to wear a pair of cotton panties last night instead of one of those tacky looking thongs Renee sent me.

I was positive that Jake knew I was awake by now. For all I knew he probably sensed my blush. Stupid werewolf senses.

I could hear more clatter coming from the kitchen. I opened the bedroom door and could hear Billy's voice drift towards me.

" Yes I already called Charlie and told him Bella slept over. Apparently she mentioned that she was coming here but she never mentioned to him about staying the night. I assured him you guys slept in opposite parts of the house. You did sleep in opposite parts of the house right Jake?"

Ugh yes of course we didn't sleep in the same bed. I couldn't believe my dad or Billy would even entertain such a thought. Did they think I just shared a bed with all my friends? Silly Bella you don't have any friends. Jacob and Angela are the extent of your social network. Well them and annoying Mike Newton.

" Actually pops I didn't even sleep in the same house as Bella."

Huh, this was unexpected. Suddenly uncontrolled jealousy cursed through me. Did Jake have a girlfriend? Did he drop me off at his house and go back to spend the night with her? Wait, did he imprint on someone?! I felt nauseous and scooted down against the floor. The thought of someone else being everything to Jake had me furiously jealous.

" Quil broke our couch , as you well know, so I crashed in the rabbit. Can't say it was a good nights sleep with my feet against the windshield and my head in the back seat, " Jake let out a deep throaty laugh.

Huh. I couldn't help the huge relief that swept over me or the even bigger grin that followed. The image of Jake fitting into, no of sleeping in his tiny rabbit made me giggle.

Then, before I had a chance to even look up, a pair of warm arms lifted me up and crashed me into an equally warm chest. Jacob. I inhaled deeply and reeled in his wonderful scent. It was spicy and woodsy and so completely Jacob. I threw my arms around his waist and smiled against the russet skin of his chest. He squeezed me tighter and I felt something brush my hair. His lips?

"You! Here I thought you came over last night to spend time with your best friend but it looks like you really just wanted to hang out with the carpet in my hallway. I never thought I would be jealous of my carpet Bells."

I couldn't help but giggle some more. It felt freeing to laugh. Does Jacob even realize how much I need him in my life?

"Come on honey I made you some breakfast. I hope you like your eggs on the burned side."

I followed Jacob into the kitchen and was greeted by a smirking Billy.

" Hello Bella its so good to see you again, " he tilted his head towards me meaningfully, "You really should come over more often."

" Thanks Billy. Morning."

Suddenly I remembered I was only wearing a t-shirt and blushed deeply as if on cue.

I looked over to Jacob for help but instead I caught him trailing a burning gaze from my ankles up to my knees and then higher up to my thighs. I saw him linger on my ankles and thighs. His tongue darted out of his mouth to moisten his lips. Cue an even darker blush.

Billy cleared his throat , and then let out a little laugh as he wheeled himself out of the kitchen.

Jacob finally looked up and our eyes locked. His eyes held so much love, longing, and lust. I'm sure my face looked like a ripe tomatoe. I could feel the heat on my face and quickly broke his intense gaze and looked down at my bare feet, fidgeting nervously.

I heard him chuckle.

Getting caught totally checking me out didn't even seem to phase Jacob. He turned to the stove and piled a bunch of scrambled eggs onto a plate.

" Breakfast is served madam", he announced cheerfully and then proceeded to place the plate down while taking a seat across from me.

" Thanks Jake. And thanks for bringing me back here after I fell asleep at Emily's last night. I'm sure I would have been even more confused if I woke up on her couch instead of your bed. I loved sleeping in your bed. I feel comfortable in it and it smells just like you – wonderful. I haven't had such a good nights sleep in a long time. "

Of course for some reason my words made me blush and to save myself from babbling more I shoved a pile of eggs into my mouth.

Jacob just winked and smiled a breathtaking smile.

"I have to get going Jacob. I have to make a stop at my house for my book bag and I'm gonna be late for school as it is. Thanks for the breakfast. I never knew something mildly burned could taste so good."

I put my plate in the sink and started making my way towards the door. Suddenly I remembered that I was still wearing just a t shirt. Where the hell were my pants?

I turned around, and as if Jacob could read my train of thought, he already stood right behind me holding Emily's sweatpants in his left hand. He had a shit eating grin on his face.

I grabbed them from him and quickly pulled them on.

I knew I was red as a beet and I couldn't quite meet his eyes. I was beyond mortified at the thought of him pulling them off while I slept.

" Aww Bells now you know I just slid them off to make sure you slept comfortably," he leaned against the wall and crossed his muscular arms. He was so confident. Everything about him screamed Alpha male.

"I swear I didn't ooogle you while you lay there sleeping. I kept my eyes averted and my mind full of unsexy thoughts. I promise."

I looked at him then.

" Yeah what kind of unsexy thoughts?" I was slightly disappointed.

Wait what? Did I want Jake to think sexy thoughts while he pulled off my sweats last night? Don't be silly Bella, he's your best friend.

" Well I imagined Quil and Embry wearing women's blue cotton panties of course, " he smirked.

That made me laugh. Hard.

" It's okay Jacob. Really. I've got to run. I'll see you soon. Call me !"

I ran to my truck careful not to step on any puddles.

Just as I was slamming my door shut Jacob's strong hand reached out and grabbed it keeping it open.

" Hey Bells!" he leaned in close and whispered, " I completely forgot to mention what's going down at La Push this weekend, " he said this like it was a secret. "I'll call you tonight and tell you all about it. Drive safe honey"

" Alright bye"

I pulled out onto the main road and hit the gas. The truck barely jerked faster.

I let my mind wonder to Charlie, school, even Angela. She might be worried why I'm not there first period. Missing first period meant I didn't have to sit next to Jessica and pretend I don't feel her cold stares. But there was no avoiding her and Lauren during lunch. At least I was glad that Angela and Mike also shared the same table with us.

There was a nagging thought that kept creeping into my head as I pushed my truck towards home. Well I imagined Quil and Embry wearing women's blue cotton panties of course.

Cotton panties.

Blue cotton panties.

I reached a hand down to my waist and pulled at the elastic band of the sweatpants.

"That ass!" I yelled out to no one in particular.

He did chance a look last night. His words and the blue cotton panties I had on underneath Emily's pants were proof enough.

The huge smile that spread on my face was completely unexpected.

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