A/N:another update, i'm sorry if you're dissapointed because i updated this fic first, im sorry. I just want to build the story enough to force myself to keep writting it and not bail on it...lol

III. Release

The sight was pretty hilarious if you asked Sam. The giant grey wolf carrying her. His tongue hanging on the side of his mouth, making him look completely innocent, and the ocasional barking laughter that would escape everytime she inclined her head and whispered into his ear. Even between the difference of their species, you could see the closeness between the two. Magical, there was no other way to describe it. Seven days, and they were practically inseparable, the change could be noticed on him as well as her. His anger had faded, he barely exploded, he could focus more easily, he was truly becoming a better man and just because of her. Rachel on the other hand was smiling all the time, she had always been a good natured girl, but now she simply glowed.

The difference was even more pronounced when she stood next to her friend. Sam bowed his head down, to kiss her softly, her eyes closed and a small smile appeared on her face. However it didn't quite reach her eyes, she turned to the couple once again, and let out a sigh.

"Beautiful isn't it?"Leah said, the distinct longing in her voice. And Sam understood more than her, while Leah could see the love that had sprung between her friend and Paul. Sam could feel it. Apparently the new vampire had made it possible not only to see each other's thoughts but feel their emotions as well. As much as he wanted to say that the love he had for Leah, was the same as imprinting, he knew he couldn't because that would be lying. It was stronger, absolute, to say Paul practically belonged to Rachel was cutting short the devotion he now had for her.

Their time together was almost up, the sun was setting and they had to be back at the castle for dinner. Sam and the rest of them were not allowed to go back yet, they were still waiting for Jacob and Quil. Embry had joined their ranks just a week ago, so he hoped the wait would end soon. Leah seemed to sense it too, and snuggled closer to him, closing her eyes tightly and clinging to him like a scared child. Sam pressed her to his chest as tigthly as he could, closing his eyes too. Maybe they could've left when she asked him too, because he honestly couldn't see how would he live knowing his love would never be enough, knowing he wasn't loving at his fullest, to the degree he was capable of and wanted to.

A laughter made them open their eyes. It was Bella and her vampire friend, trailing behind like a shadow. Sam was grateful to him, and he respected him and his brothers. They had been quite helpful and of course bringing Leah and Bella and now Rachel to them was very noble of him. They seemed to have their hearts in their right place, in a figurative way of speech. Leah shook her head at Bella, who only blushed and turned her face way.

"Paul" Sam called helping Leah to stand. A giggling Rachel climbed down Paul gracefully, she petted him, and Paul licked her hand.

"That's disgusting"Leah protested. Rachel only giggled more and blew a kiss to the werewolf. He had the decency to remain in his animal form. Leah walked a little ahead with Sam knowing they had to part again.

"Take care"Leah said in a small voice"Be safe"

"Always"Sam said "Hey everything is going to be okay love" Leah nodded, but a small tear escaped her eye. It was becoming harder for them to part with every passing day, wether they met at the middle of the night or on plain broadlight.

Edward had told Sam Leah's insecurities were growing and what they had depended on for so long, was now something she dreaded as their return approached.

"I love you Leah, nothing is going to change that"Sam said the same thing to her everytime, but it didn't matter how often it was repeated, they both knew the emptiness those words carried.

"Tomorrow I'll show you this place I found" Leah didn't say anything else, but tried to pour everything into their parting kiss.

"Paul could you please stop pacing, it's annoying"Jared said annoyed at the constant moving and shifting from Paul. Sam chuckled when a rock hit him on the forehead, and blood started triclking on the side of his face. Embry and Emmet were laughing, along with Jared, meanwhile Jasper passed him a bottle of water so he could clean his face.

"I'm going to pretend you don't exist" said Paul. And Sam was impressed at the absence of tremors. He really was a changed man. He turned to Jasper, and as if he had read his thoughts, he smiled at Sam. There was no anger in his body left. Sam turned to the horizon, he could hear her voice,they were close now. Sam soon realized there was someone else with them, and it was Embry who recognized the voice.

"Rebecca?"He asked the laughter gone and his tone worried. Paul and Jared and perked up at this and tried to listen them.

"Yes it's Rebecca"Jared confirmed, making his brother tense up even more. Sam unlike his mother had never resented Embry . Apparently his mother hadn't being able to bear more children after him, and his father being the greedy power bastard he was, had seeked for another child. However as he could see now in his head, Embry had always felt rejected and an outcast, and well that was the reason he had taken Rebecca Black. He sympathized with her not that she appreciated any of it. That girl had turned into a spiteful bitch. Sam constantly heard Leah trying to justify her friend, but it was hard when she was mean to everyone including Leah.

"Why would they bring her"Emmett questioned "Isn't she the other one who sort of hates us?"

"Yes, it's her. She hates everyone"Paul said tiredly "Rachel said she was getting suspicious, it looks like they told her"

"They shouldn't have"Jared protested "First Leah and Bella, then Rachel, now Rebecca, who's next?"

"Shut it, you might imprint on her"Emmet chuckled laughing.

"Impossible, a souless bitch can't have a soulmate."Jared reasoned. "No offense Embry"

"She's just been through a lot"Embry said taking her side, a bit defensely "You could try being nice to her"

"Well that doesn't seem to be working for you"Paul snickered.

"Shut up"Sam commanded "You will not be rude." Embry lost his good humour and only sulked, while Paul's face lightened meanwhile Jared and Emmet teased him. Jasper kept his distance, he wasn't playful like his brother, most of the time he kept to himself. Sam figured that feeling everyone's emotions all the time had to be overwhelming even for a vampire.

Rachel was the first one to come into view, and as soon as Paul made eye contact with her, he was running towards her to meet her at the middle. Emmet and Jared were mimicking them, and Embry walked and stood next to me. Bella and Edward waved but turned to walk into another direction. Jacob was going to be pissed when he figured that one out. Embry certainly clenched his fists as he watched his best friend's girlfriend shamelessly leave with the vampire.

Leah had insisted it was purely platonic and they were just friends, but the knowing looks between Jasper and Emmet, said differently, however it was none of his buisness.

"You should be thanking me"Leah was snickering "You were dying to see him" Sam was surprised by this remark and from Embry's bewildered look so was he.

"I just wanted to know he was okay"Rebecca said in a small voice "See for myself, you can't be trusted, I'm surprised you even notice anyone else other than Sam."

"Yeah, yeah keep lying to yourself"Leah said in a sing sang voice. When she finally reached them, Leah left her friend behind, and hurried to Sam. He had his arms open and ready to welcome her.

"I missed you"Sam whispered in hear.

"Missed you too"Leah said sinking her face in his chest.

"So Rebecca?"He asked teasing.

"She's Rachel's sister, she found out."Leah said pulling back to reach for his cheek with her hand "She asked about Embry, I think he's grown on her more than she wants to admit."

"That's good"Sam said snuggling on her neck. "They can stay here, and you and me..."his mouth found her neck, sucking softly oblivious to the world now that she was here with him.

He was trailing kisses on her shoulder when they were interrupted.

"Disgusting, take it elsewhere pleaaase"Jared yelled. Sam broke apart, Leah was blushing furiously and ready to spat at Jared, until they both realized he was not yelling at them, but at the other couple.

Embry and Rebecca.

Leah's scowl turn into a bell-like laugh as she watched her friend pull apart from Embry and looked dazed. However the laugh was short-lived, because the moment Embry turned back to them, Leah went silent. He had the look. The same look Paul had after looking at Rachel.

The imprint look. Sam afraid of Leah's reaction quickly pulled her away from the, earning confused looks from the rest of them. They kept walking in silence,until they finally reached their now secret spot. It was a small lake, Sam had found, and Leah had loved. He sat on the bak of the river, and instead of sitting on his side, Leah placed herself on his lap, the enticcing scent of her hair filling his senses as she pushed her lips against his forcefully.

"Lee lee... mmm ... leah... leah," her name was all Sam managed to breathe out between kisses. Leah stopped nibbling his lover's lips, and trailed a line of kisses along his cheek, pausing when she reached his earlobe. She wrapped her tongue around it, sucking on it lightly, and then tugged it with her teeth, making him shudder. She found a way back to his mouth and Sam hugged her small frame more firmly, trying to secure her, to fight Leah's desperation. His efforts were useless, Leah moaned and shuddred, leaned into his touch and curved her spine, but the display was different. Despite the passion and love Sam felt with every single caress she made, he could tell the difference in her. It was like the first time they were together after he phased.

She had poured a sense of loss into him that night, and today was just the same, and for the first time he was truly afraid of losing her. He exerted himself trying to never part from her, with evert thrust trying to let her know how they fit, how right they were. Once the tears on her eyes started spilling he knew he was fighting a lost battle. It was too late, she was already saying good bye. However he didn't give up, he kept kissing her, trying to print every ounce of love he had for her.

When he finally came, he felt Leah's hand wiping his own tears. He tried not to collapse on her, supporting himself on his elbow. He looked up a her, sorrow pouring out of his eyes. "Lee lee please.."

Leah smiled at him through glassy eyes and shook her head "Sam, everything will be okay"

But Sam refused to accept what she was implying, he pulled out gently and laid down next to her, determination edged on his face, he gathered her in his arms. "Always and forever Leah, I love you. We"But Leah placed her finger on his mouth silencing him.

"I love you Sam. I do with every single fiber of my being I love you"Leah said stopping as a quiet sob escaped her lips. Sam lightened his grip on her, and She turned away reaching for her dress. Sam sat up straight watching her turn her back on him to dress. Hearing her quiet sobs, and being completely helpless as he watched her shoulders raise and drop at the pace her escaping sobs. He fought the urge of wrapping his arms around her and never letting wasn't going to solve anything.

"If you love someone, set them free. If they come back they're yours."Leah said when she was finally dressed her back all he could see "But if they don't, they never were"The last words where practically whispered.

"I love you. I love you so much Sam, that I'm willing to let you go"Sam stood behind her without touching her. "Quil's joining you today, they announced it this morning. And then Jake will too. And you'll come"

"You'll see everyone"The phrase heavy with implication "And then maybe you'll come back to me. If you don't I'll understand, that's why I'm setting you free".

"I'm so sorry, I wish I could've ..."

"Me too, but it's not your fault"Leah cut him off "If we're meant to be we'll find a way Sam, if we aren't"

"I'll fight it"Sam said fiercely but she was already gone

How accurate Sam thought, as he looked up at the sky and realized tonight was a full moon. Of course Jacob would phase under the moonlight. The heir's ceremony had finally taken place. They were all so proud of him. And Sam was the most pleased of all. Tonight was the last night he had to endure this torture. Hiding in the garden, watching her. Every single night Leah would come out to the balcony and stare until she cried herself to sleep. Then Sam would climb and carry her to the bedroom. Sometimes she would wake up, Sam could tell by the change in her breathing and her heart beat, but she never opened her eyes. Sam would kiss her forehead, and whisper I love you's, leaving the room without her promise of love. She was trying hard to let him go, but Sam was not letting go. He was willing to fight for the both of them if he had to. Nothing would part him from Leah. Not even her and her stubborness.

He figured the air was probably and abnormally cold when he watched her shudder.

"Leah"Sam was startled by the newcomer's voice. He didn't expect his presence and from her face, he could tell neither did she. She gripped her harms firmly around the balcony, and Sam could see defiance on her face.

"What are you doing here?"Leah spat, glaring at the intruder. He was curious to the spiteful tone Leah held towards the young man. They were friends.

"A word if that's alright with you"he said in the same acid tone, grabbing her by the wrist and pulling her into the room, closing the balcony door rather aggresively. Sam had to fight the urge of jumping to the balcony and ripping Jacob Black to shreds from speaking to his Leah like that.

"Don't touch me you little backstabbing traitor" he could hear Leah yelling, and the tremors started invading him. He heard as she slapped him hard on the face"Now get out of my room, before I start screaming."

"You'll do no such thing" Jacob said laughing bitterly. Sam couldn't hear Leah, and he panicked, Jacob's voice filled his ears, he was yelling at her"You've been sneaking with my sisters, my fiancee and that stupid leech to see Sam" Sam tried to drown out his words focusing on Leah, but there was no sound, and then he was phasing in the middle of the garden." exposing them and yourself to young werewolves and leeches do you know the danger.... how could you be so careless" Sam almost burst through the window as he watched Jacob pining Leah against the wall. However a flower crystal vase was floating directly to Jacob's head."And now she claims to be friends with the vampire. Friends?? She's human" Sam realized Leah was focusing on it and finally started to calm himself, Jacob was going to have it bad tonight "the council knows now, they have forbidden them and you of coming close, Leah you know.."But Jacob never got to finish the sentence because in that moment Leah locked her gaze with Sam's making her loose control over the vase, and it collapsing on Jacob's head.

It did no harm to him but made him release her.

"GET OUT!!!"Leah screamed the remaining shards of glass elevating from the floor and incrusting themselves on Jacob's flesh. "GET OUT!!!!!"

"LEAH!"Jacob growled but it was useless, Leah had lost control and every single object was being thrown at him, which was only make him shake more. Sam mustered enough control to phase back, and burst into her bedroom, his flesh ripping open at the contact of glass. Leah had finally lost it.

Sam was trying to calm her down, but no word he pronounced made her snap out of it. It was Jacob who after gaining control over himself once again, enveloped Leah in a hug. A horrifying scream escaped from her lips, before she collapsed in his arms.

"Give her to me"Sam commanded extending his arms. Jacob didn't answer and kicked the door opened, facing Sue Clearwater and her niece. Sam was too pissed at Jacob to focus on them.

Sue instantly went into the room, muttering spells with Seth behind her. As Jake followed Emily into another room. Sam trailed after them, and watched as Jacob placed Leah on the bed.

"I'm so sorry"he could hear him whisper, but Sam was already at her side pushing Jacob back.

"Lee, please wake up" Sam whispers, "Lee lee please" He tries to focus on her breathing, it was steady, her chest is rising and falling normally. And her heart beat is normal too, however he hears a small murmur. He carefully places his head on her chest, and realizes it's not a murmur, more like a drumming, almost like a heartbeat but not quite, he tries to focus on the sound as he trails his head from her chest to her stomach.

And then he can clearly distinguish the low slightly faster heartbeat yielding to hers. Another heartbeat, it can only mean one thing.

"She's pregnant" and it's not him who says it but Jacob who at the other side of her bed. Shock on each of his features.

"Oh dear, Leah's pregnant!"Emily exclaims dropping the tray she had been carrying,making both men turn.

Sam releases Leah's hand the moment his eyes meet Emily's.

He imprints.

a/N: so they don't have condoms, im sorry it had to happen. and well now you now sam imprints. however Leah's not going to turn into a shrew, she's been mourning Sam, since the day she left him by the lake. And she doesn't hate imprinting,that's why I had Rachel imprint first.

There are two reasons why she decided to leave sam:

1. because she's seen how imprinting works and has heard from it since she was a young girl, she knows there's no undoing it,

rebecca being imprinted upon, she realized it's more common than what they think.

i had quil phase first for my story sake.i hope you guys don't mind. and well i know jacob was kind of a jerk here but the poor guy's losing the girl he loves before his eyes...., also to clarify why jake didn't want to help leah in the previous chapter is not because he's not friends with her, but he knows how dangerous it would be to expose her to Sam, which is why he's so pissed at her for endangering Bella, his sister and herself.