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I knew I had pushed the limits...
My mind was free and flowing as it dreamt of Jacob throughout my blissful slumber. His tan skin pressed against mine, warming every inch of me. The grin that parted his full lips to flash his perfect pearly whites at me. Feeling as if I was melting into his touch... It was the best sleep I had had since I got here, it was calm, it was... relieved. I wasn't worried about Jacob's rushed exit, it was only to be expected. I was already surprised by how far we went, I hadn't thought we would even get to that stage... ever.
For the first time in a long time, I was feeling positive.
However, when I sat up in my bed, stretching my arms and back, Seth was the last person I expected to see perched on my windowsill.
"Seth?" I cried; he had startled me quite a bit.
"Morning Bells."
"It's great to see you and all, Seth, but are these early morning visits going to become a regular thing?" I asked, tapping my finger on my lip lightly to exaggerate my curiosity.
Seth snorted a laugh. "No, probably not. But then again, with me you just never know." He gave me a wink.
"Of course..." I mumbled into my blankets. Seth had taken to gazing around my room, before settling his eyes on my bed.
"A little birdy told me you weren't alone last night." I looked up to see him giving me his signature cheeky grin.
"Oh Seth..." I rolled my eyes, "It was nothing." I was attempting to compose a casual air.
"That's not how I saw it." He said, moving onto my bed and nudging me playfully in the arm.
"Damn crazy werewolf connection," I muttered. I heard Seth chuckle and all of a sudden I was pinned to the bed with a giant hug.
"Seth!" I cried. "I can barely breathe!" I felt his grip loosen a little, but he didn't let go.
I felt his warm breath near my neck. "Everything is working out Bella, everything. All because of you." He whispered huskily into my ear seriously. It sent tingles down my spine, and brought up urges that I shouldn't be feeling with this boy. I shoved them away.
To ease the tension, I let out a quiet chuckle. He lent back so he could look me in the eyes.
"Thanks Bells, for real." He said, before kissing me quickly on the cheek and jumping out the window.
I heard the muffled thud as he hit the ground. "Oh, if only Charlie knew of all these boys jumping through your window." He called up before laughing haughtily as he ran away.
Leaning back against my pillows, I pondered what Seth had just said. I always knew he was a good person and amazing company, but his actions had proved just how grown up Seth had become. Not only that, but it also showed just how much Jacob meant to him. Jacob kissing me last night must have been a huge relief to them, a little beacon of light to let them know Jacob was going to be okay. They were going to get their brother back.
It felt good to help not only myself; but others.
I wished Seth had stayed a little longer, I was already bored. I had a full day of absolutely nothing ahead of me, and the thought made me wrinkle my nose. And as usual, any time spent with Seth was good time. And seeing as I thought I should be giving Jacob space, I didn't expect to see him in the immediate future.
Leaning back against my pillows, I pondered what Seth had just said. I always knew he was a good person and amazing company, but his actions had proved just how grown up Seth had become. Not only that, but it also showed just how much Jacob meant to him. Jacob kissing me last night must have been a huge relief to them, a little beacon of light to let them know Jacob was going to be okay. They were going to get their brother back.
It felt good to help not only myself; but others.
I wished Seth had stayed a little longer, I was already bored. I had a full day of absolutely nothing ahead of me, and the thought made me wrinkle my nose. And as usual, any time spent with Seth was good time. And seeing as I thought I should be giving Jacob space, I didn't expect to see him in the immediate future.
Whilst getting ready, I was interrupted by a knock on the door.
"Just a minute!" I called as I rushed downstairs, excited for a bit of company.
Now it's safe to say I hoped it was some sort of visitor, coming round to free me from my boredom, however Leah Clearwater standing in my doorway was not one of the people I would have expected.
"Leah?" I blurted, my mouth hanging open stupidly. She raised an eyebrow, and it took me a millisecond to compose myself. "Oh hi, would you like to come in?" I asked, pulling the door open wider and gesturing her in.
Her mouth puckered a little as she glanced into my open doorway. "Okay." She finally answered as she stepped through the timber frame. She walked slowly and cautiously down the hallway that lead to the living room.
"Soda?" I asked, still perplexed as to what on Earth would compel her to come here.
"No. I can't stay long." She said firmly. Her eyebrows were pulled downwards, and it didn't take a genius to know she wasn't here for a little catch-up session. I took a deep breath; I was not afraid of her. I had done nothing wrong.
"Would you like to sit?" I asked, my hand flicking towards to two sofas. She walked over stiffly and sat down straight-backed. I followed and sat on the sofa opposite her.
Doing my best to give her what was intended to be a warm smile, I asked, "So how have you been?"
Leah gave me her best scowl. "Oh cut the crap Bella. I'm not here for tea and a chat, and I know you aren't stupid enough to expect that." Her voice was sharp. My face must have given me away, because she followed shortly with, "Yeah, that's right. I'm still a bitch, and unlike everyone else here, I'm not all sunshine and daisies about you being back." She spat the last word at me. "You even dare to hurt Jacob, or my brother for that matter, and I will personally see to it that you never set a foot near them again. You will not break Jacob's heart again."
I was momentarily boggled by everything she had said, and was ready to start apologising for nothing before I realised I was back to being spineless Bella. I took yet another deep breath, finding my new self. Leah was not going to come in here and insult me in my own house. I stood up.
"Hang on a minute, missy." I hissed at her. "You clearly still hate the world and are living up to your reputation of alpha bitch,but you do not walk into my house and accuse me of shit that I have no intention of doing. Have I ever showed any sign of hurting them? No. In fact, do you really care about them, or do you just hate the fact that I have experienced love and loss but actually been able to move on with my life? Because seriously Leah, your little 'I don't give to fucks about anything or anyone' facade is getting kinda old now." Leah was staring at me, this time with her mouth hanging open. Her eyebrows came together and she too got to her feet.
"Oh no you didn't." She snarled, stepping closer to me. We were face to face, but I didn't back down. In the back of my mind I knew I stood no chance against her physically, but my verbal attack seemed to have hit her pretty hard. "You do not speak to me like that."
I rolled my eyes. "Oh that's rich, coming from you. Have you heard of a little thing called karma, Leah?"
"You. Don't. Know. Anything. About. Me." She said steadily, pausing between each word.
"I know enough. Please, the way you act you would think Sam actually screwed you over intentionally. Has anyone ever told you to just get over it?" I knew I had crossed a line, but at the moment I didn't really care.
"Take that back." She growled, her eyes wide. She was red under her tan complexion.
"Or what?" I answered, glaring back just as intensely.
"Or you will wish you were never born."
"Is that a threat, Leah?" I hissed at her unblinking eyes.
I only just realised she was shaking, really shaking. Her fists were balled and her pupils were nearly as large as her irises. Sweat was beading on her forehead.
She may be female, but she was still a werewolf; a werewolf about the phase.
"Leah?"
"Take it back!" She screamed suddenly.
"No! It was all the truth!" I yelled back at her, knowing only too-well that I was just fueling the fire. But my pride wouldn't let me down.
"You leave me no choice then." She screamed, her body fully convulsing. It looked like she was going to spontaneously combust. My self-worth seemed to arrive at that moment and I started walking backwards, away from her shaking form.
"Control yourself Leah." I hissed at her. "You don't want to do anything you will regret."
"The regrets will be all yours." She snarled before her clothes ripped the shreds and standing before me, on all fours, was a giant wolf.
Uh oh. My curiosity of what she planned to do with me was eliminated when she launched herself at me.
"Leah no!" Came a voice. And before I knew it, Seth's human body was attempting to tackle his sister-wolf to the ground.
"Seth, stop! You're going to get hurt." I screamed. What match was Seth's human body to a fully grown werewolf.
"Shut up Bella, I'm saving your ass." He yelled back at me. Leah attempted to throw him off but he had wound his hands tightly in her fur. "Leah, listen to me. It's Seth, stop what you are doing. This is wrong. Remember who you are, Leah Clearwater, remember who you are." He said into her ear.
Leah's jaw stopped snapping open and shut, and the hair on her back went flat. "Remember who you are." He whispered one last time before sliding off her back.
"Go phase somewhere Leah, cool off." He said, shoving her with his big hands. Her big head turned sharply towards me and emitted a low growl before she awkwardly squished through my hallway and the door Seth had left open in his rush.
"Bella, what the hell!?" He said turning to me. I looked at the ground sheepishly.
"We got into an argument."
"No shit!" He said, pacing in front on me, mumbling inaudibly under his breath.
"Seth it's okay..." I said, stepping towards him.
"No, it isn't okay Bells." He said, stopping his pacing and facing me. "What if I hadn't got here in time?"
I think I felt tears beginning to pool in my eyes. Seth was looking at me with such tenderness, I couldn't believe he cared for me so. He was angry; flustered; upset, all because I might of gotten hurt. It touched me.
"Oh Seth..." I said, walking to him and wrapping my arms around his torso. "Nothing happened. I'm fine, Leah's fine." His arms slid around my waist.
"She could have killed you." He whispered.
"She wouldn't--"
"You don't know her like I do Bells, she can't control herself. She's dangerous." He said, cutting me off. We were both silent after this, wrapped up in our own thoughts.
"Maybe you should check on her." I suggested, tipping my head up to see his face. It was serious again.
"I think I will, just in case. I'll be back soon." He unwound me from him and raced out the door.
I slumped in my chair, feeling pretty low about myself. I had said some horrible things to Leah. They were all true, of course, but they were low blows. But she hurt you too, Bella. I told myself. But was that justifiable? Was it simply retribution?
Seth was back in record time.
"I phased to check. She's with Jake, he will fix her." He said bluntly. I found this weird, but decided to leave it as Seth didn't seem open for discussion.
"Bells, wanna just get out of here for the night? Let's hit a club or something, I haven't been in ages." Seth blurted randomly.
His words brought a smile to my face. The thought of letting go for the night appealed to me so.
"Let's do it." I agreed.
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