Surely You Were Meant To Be Mine.

Chapter 2

"Holy shit! Jake, Maisy. I'm so sorry." Quil apologized, inching backwards towards the log where Bella was seated. "It was aimed at Embry..." He trailed off, looking uncomfortable as he awkwardly stepped backwards over the log in order to get as far away from Jacob and his rage, as possible.

Embry on the other hand, had erupted into uncontrollable fits of hysterics, as he doubled over in laughter. Slapping his chest frantically as he tried to catch his breath. He was oblivious to the infuriated look on Jacob's face.

Bella firmly pressed her lips together, to suppress the mirth that wanted to escape. Yeah, Maisy looked hilarious and Jacob...Well, still looked sexy as usual, even if he was spluttered in ketchup. But, Bella felt bad for them, especially because the whole beach was staring, pointing and trying to hide their giggles. No matter what they did, they didn't deserve this humiliation.

Her mind was completely bypassing what they had been doing before this catastrophe took place. She wanted nothing more than to run home, and curl up in her bed, forgetting the world existed. But, reality always jolted her back to Earth. Despite the situation, she now understood that the stories and fairy tales that she had made up in her head. Would never come true, Jacob didn't love her as she did him, he wasn't in love with her, because if he was, if he did. He wouldn't have done this tonight. If he felt the same way she did. He wouldn't have made out with her best friend tonight.

"QUIL! I'M GOING TO GET YOU!" Jacob raged scream, dragged Bella back to Earth. She glanced up to find Jacob on his feet, looking fierce and predatory, glaring at Quil and Embry, who had both realized how much trouble they were in. Bella was awed by the sight. She felt her heart began to race, and a blush covered her cheeks. She couldn't help but think...'Jacob's even sexier when he's angry...' She then felt disgusted at herself for thinking such a thing.

Paul, another member of the Pack and Jacob's sister's wolf-mate was handing napkins and rolls of tissues to Jacob and Maisy, wearing a smirk, but looking slightly conceited too. "Damn Quil. How hard did you squeeze? It's like the entire bottle." He turned to Rachel who was standing behind him, "Hon...We need more napkins. Can you quickly run to the house?"

She nodded at him, smiling. Before sending Quil and Embry a disdainful look, "Sure. Paul. I'll be back in a moment." She said, turning on her heel to run back to her house.

Bella hadn't looked at Maisy yet, afraid she would burst into tears at her friend's betrayal. Finally finding the courage, she turned her gaze in Maisy's direction and an obnoxious snort involuntarily erupted from her mouth as she did. Maisy was sitting on the log, redness dripped from the ends of her strawberry blonde, shoulder length hair. It had slithered down her throat and into her very revealing cleavage. 'Huh. Served her right for wearing such a low cut top. Slut.' Bella found her self thinking. She then blinked. Where the hell did that come from? She felt culpable for thinking such things about her best friend.

Quil and Embry had risen to their feet, and were now looking around nervously. As if looking for a way to escape. Jacob was watching their every move attentively, making no sign that he was going to move towards them. Bella unknowingly held her breath and watched between the three guys, finally tearing her eyes away from Maisy who was had been uncomfortably trying to avoid Bella's gaze.

All of a sudden, Bella's feet unconsciously moved beneath her and she soon found herself standing, shoulder to Quil and Embry who were on either side of her. (Allegorically speaking, since they were much too tall for Bella to stand level with) Bella, who confused at her actions, but confident, slipped a hand in each of Quil and Embry's open ones, as a sign of support. They seemed unsurprised by the gesture and tightened theirs around hers in return.

Jacob stiffened as he saw Bella rise, and something Bella couldn't fathom flashed in his eyes. As he watched her hold his best friend's hands. She saw his hands clench into fists and small tremors began to run over his body as his eyes fixed on their hands, he looked more raged then ever. Bella felt a small spark of hope.

Maisy who was watching them with annoyance, rose next to Jacob and deliberately peeked towards him and began dabbing at the ketchup on his neck, an unexplainable look on her face. Jacob who was surprised by the gesture, turned to stare at her, and the hope in Bella's chest faded.

Acidic bile began to rise in her throat and she felt like throwing up. Her chest was tearing again. She had to get out of there. Before she broke down.

Quil and Embry felt Bella's hands shake in theirs and they both glanced at each other, knowing full well what the reason was. They exchanged slight nods before looking down at Bella, who wore a torn, heart broken expression.

As Jacob was still distracted with Maisy *UGH*, Quil and Embry both released Bella's hands and Quil swept his arms under her knees, making her stumble before lifting her up. She gave a startled gasp, her hands squeezing Quil's shoulders in fear as the sudden movement.

"Wha…What are you doing?" She asked hoarsely, Bella cleared her throat before going on. "Put me down Quil!"

Quil leapt over the log, Embry running by his side, and took off running down the beach.

"No can do Belly. We're taking you home." Embry told her, by Quil's side. "And trying to save our asses."

"I can walk you know." She informed them briskly, trying to get out of Quil's grip and failing. "I'm not disabled." she said with annoyance, slapping his shoulder.

"But you are slow." Quil reminded her. "And we need to get out of here fast."

Bella huffed and admitted defeat. They were right. She was only human and slow.

Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Quil and Embry stopped next to Bella's truck, which was parked at the entrance of the beach. Quil gently let Bella down and she realized she was covered and sticky with mustard.

"Ugh. Quil, Why did you have to pick me up? Couldn't you let Embry?" She wrinkled her nose as she slowly peeled off her mustard smothered jacket.

"See Quil. Bella wanted me to hold her so, she wants to be mine. Back off dude." Embry smirked at Quil, dramatically puffing out his chest.

Bella rolled her eyes and began to correct him. "No. You not covered in mustard, that's why."

Embry laughed and winked at her. "That's what your mouth says baby. But your heart says something else." It was obvious that he was only teasing.

Bella made a false sound of disgust and mockingly rolled her eyes again. Before she could respond with a retort, Quil spoke. "Okay guys fun's over. We gotta talk." There was this uncharacteristic seriousness in his voice.

Embry stopped smiling and a solemn look crossed his face. "Yeah. We do need to talk."

Looking perplexed, Bella looked back and forth from the two guys questioningly. "Talk about what?" there was this unease in her chest.

Embry locked eyes with her, they held a despondency and sadness she couldn't explain. "We know how you feel about Jacob, Bella."

Bella spluttered shocked, her face turning red. They knew? What the heck? Was she really that obvious? Bella shook her head and went for the oblivious excuse. "I don't know what you're talk about." She said stubbornly, refusing to meet their rapt gazes.

"Don't lie to us. We saw how heart broken you looked as you watched them make out. We've actually known for a while." Quil said, tilting her head up to meet her eyes, which were filling up with tears.

"We love you Bella. You're like our little sister, despite you being older than us. We hated seeing you look so tortured. So we decided to help you out. We wanted to make you smile." Quil went on sincerely as a tear rolled down Bella's cheek. He glared at Embry. "It wasn't meant to get that far."

Embry looked smug and grinned at him. "But it was worth it right?" you could hear the smirk in his voice. "It was worth seeing them get covered in ketchup." He abruptly got profound and serious, meeting her eyes too. "Anyway. Our point is, we want to help you. Jacob's an idiot for dating Maisy. Moreover, Maisy's your best friend, she's a bitch for doing that to you."

Bella wiped away her tears as only one thing in Embry's sentences registered in her mind. They were dating…She felt like bursting into tears all over again. There was no hope now. It had not been some random make out. They truly were dating.

"I've gotta get home." she said simply, not bothering to hide the tears that were streaming down her face. She turned on her heel and opened the door to her truck.

"No. Bella come on. Let us help you." Quil argued, grabbing hold of her arm.

"Yeah. Bella, we don't want you so hurt. Let us help." Embry pleaded.

Bella felt strange and sudden anger rush through her body. "Let me go Quil." she said sternly, irritation in her voice. Quil stubbornly refused. "Now!" She said, angrily.

"Bella please…we want to help you." Embry said, pleading in his tone as he tried to convince her.

"I don't need your help. I'll be fine! Let me go. NOW!" Sighing, Quil released her arm and she slipped inside, quickly driving off. Leaving the two boys torn and upset.

Bella sighed despondently as she sadly glanced back at the two guys she had left there. She knew they had only wanted to help but couldn't help feeling this was pointless and hopeless. There was a reason Jacob and Maisy were dating. They liked each other, possibly even loved. Bella didn't want to interfere in a relationship between two lovers. As much as she loved Jacob, if he loved Maisy. She would have to let it be. Romance wasn't in the stars for Jacob and Bella this time.

Stopping her truck in her driveway, Bella slipped out, locked it and unlocked the front door, gingerly holding her mustard covered jacket in one hand as she went in. Entering the living room, she was met with Charlie, her father sitting in front of the TV, watching the news. He turned to greet her as she entered.

"Hey Bells. How was the Bonfire?" He asked, amusement in his eyes. He zoned in on her jacket. "What happened to your jacket?"

Bella glanced at her Jacket and then back at her father. "Oh. This was an accident. The boys got into a fight, squirting mustard and ketchup everywhere." Bella giggled as she remembered how Maisy had looked, trying to convince her father. She wasn't sure if she was very successful.

Charlie chuckled, unaware. "Was anyone hurt? Anything broken? I know the boys can be pretty aggressive when they fight."

Does my heart count?

"No. No one was hurt." Bella faked a very convincing yawn, not wanting to talk about the subject anymore. "I'm really tired Dad. Can I go to bed?"

"Sure. Goodnight Bells."

"Goodnight Dad." Bella bounded up the stairs, tossed her jacket aside, changed into some pjs, before diving under the comforter and pulling it over her head. Sleep found her pretty quickly. Her dreams filled with Jacob and his admission of love…telling her he loved her always.

Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Review! Tell me how I did, I didn't really like this chapter too much but thanks to all who read. And all those who read, reviewed and followed last time. :D

Zayna xxx