A/N Ok guys this is my last chapter of I'm a What? before I go on vacation. I promise I'll write and post if I can. You guys should be happy to know that I have made the final decision as to who Leah will imprint on. That should be coming up in a couple of chapters. In case anyone is confused, Sue is a nurse in this story so that should explain why Bella was taken to her. Thanks for all the reviews…even though I was hoping for more…So please please please review. I know a lot of you are reading and not reviewing. Remember, reviews make me happy. And a happy me means a faster update. Oh and if you haven't checked out my new story, Quileute Redemption, do so. I've posted the prologue and am writing the second chapter right now. Love you guys XD
Disclaimer: I do not own Twilight, SM does. But I get to play with her characters.
Previously
Sam looked at Seth pleadingly. Seth walked into the forest, returning in his human form wearing a pair of sweats. He gently lifted Bella up to carry her and without saying a word to anyone, took off in the direction of Billy's house.
Leah was the one to break the silence.
"Anyone want to explain to me how we turn into giant freaking wolves?
Chapter Ten: Many are Waiting for You
Seth ran as fast as he could to Billy's house. With each step, he had to fight to control his anger. He did not want to phase with his imprint in his arms. Seth knew he should have kept a better eye on Bella while he was defending himself from Jacob's fury. If…when Bella recovered, they were going to have a long talk about why she didn't phase before she ran between them. Seth could not even think of how he would feel if Bella was gone.
But he could still hear her faint heartbeat, it being the only thing that was keeping him somewhat sane. Seth looked up as he approached the little red house. Someone must have already contacted Billy because Seth could see his mom standing on the front porch, waiting for them.
Seth's voice sounded broken as he looked at his mother. "Please mom..save her."
Sue's eyes widened. How could he be so attached when he'd only met the girl a few hours ago? A look from Billy kept her silent.
Sue looked up at her distraught son. "What happened to her?"
Seth grimaced. "She ran between…she flew into a tree." He rephrased his explanation mid-sentence. There was no need for Sue to know more than what was necessary.
Sue looked even more surprised but didn't say anything. She returned her attention to Bella as she carefully examined her. "Well there's no blood. And there is no evidence of internal damage. I know this may sound unbelievable, but I honestly do not see why she hasn't woken up yet. "
Seth smiled slightly. "She's a werewolf. We heal a lot faster than normal people."
He leaned down and whispered in Bella's ear. "If you can hear me...please wake up."
Bella dreamed that she was in the clearing that the Cullens had played baseball in. The memories ran through her head for a moment.
"Hello, Isabella."
Bella jumped at the noise. Her eyes shot to where she heard it. One of the most beautiful women that she had ever seen stepped out from behind a tree. The woman had long hair that was the color of the earth and almost touched the ground. Her eyes were a vivid green that appeared to see something beyond the comprehension of Bella.
"Who are you?"
The woman's eyes twinkled as if Bella's question was something of a private joke to her.
"Who I am is of no importance."
Bella was going to object but she blurted out another question instead.
"Why am I here? What happened to me?"
The woman laughed. "Well my dear, what do you expect when you run between two wolves that are fighting over you? Especially in your human form."
Bella's eyes widened. "Oh no! Am I dead? Seth will be so heartbroken. And Jacob…Charlie!"
The woman sighed. "Calm down. You are not dead."
Bella heaved a sigh of relief. "Then why am I here?"
The woman looked into Bella's eyes imploringly. "I need you to listen carefully. This is for the sake of not only the world but those you hold dear. There is a war coming and you will play a major part in deciding its outcome. You will need to gather allies. Your pack and your vampire family will greatly aid you in doing so."
Bella's eyes narrowed as she heard the last bit. "My vampire family as you say, left me. I don't know your definition but that is not something that family does."
The woman's eyes flashed dangerously. Bella was a little bit…ok maybe a lot afraid of her. This was the first time that she had shown any signs of anger towards Bella.
The woman seemed to sense that Bella was frightened because she looked at her with a kinder expression. "You will have to put your differences aside. Without the Cullens, you and your pack will perish."
This produced even more questions for Bella. "What do you mean? Who is going to attack us?"
The woman grimaced. "I do not have much time left to talk to you. You must contact the Cullens immediately. Do as I say for the sake of the world. You will know how to contact me again when the time is right. Heed my warning."
The woman graced her with a smile. "Now awaken, warrior. Many are waiting for you."
Her words died away as Bella slowly opened her eyes. She looked around and found herself in an unfamiliar room. She smiled as she saw that Seth was sitting in a chair in the corner of the room, asleep. His mouth was hanging open and he was snoring softly. Bella loved him even more as she could see the dark circles under his eyes that proved how exhausted he was. He had probably been worrying over her for however long she had been unconscious.
Just as she was wondering how long that was, Paul burst through the door. He must not have seen that Bella was awake because he began to mutter under his breath.
"I swear this kid has not moved an inch, always hovering over her. I know he imprinted but damn! I've had enough!"
Paul walked over as if to wake him up. Bella spoke up before he did. "Don't! Can't you see how tired he is?"
Paul froze and slowly turned around. "Bella! How long have you been awake?"
Bella narrowed her eyes at him. "Long enough."
Paul shuffled his feet like a scolded schoolboy. He stopped when he saw that Bella was shaking from trying not to laugh.
"Now hold on! I'm the big brother and…you're supposed to do what I say! Yeah…"
Bella raised an eyebrow.
"Ok…maybe not. Anyway! You're finally awake."
Bella's forehead contorted with frustration. "How long have I been unconscious?"
Paul frowned. "Almost a week."
Bella jumped up. "Almost a week? Oh my God! Charlie is probably worried!"
Paul sighed, "Now you've done it. And you said I would wake him up."
Seth blinked sleepily. "Huh? What happened?" He looked around and shot up. "Bella! You're awake!"
Bella groaned. "Here we go again.."
He rushed over to her bedside. "How long have you been up?" Seth glared at Paul. "Why didn't you wake me?"
Bella shook her head in exasperation. "Relax. I've only been awake for a few minutes. Where am I anyway?"
Paul spread his arms wide. "This, my dear sister, is my humble abode."
She scanned the room and noticed that though the furniture was simple, it had a nice homey feel to it. She couldn't help but feel safe and relaxed.
Bella got to her feet. "I need a shower."
She walked over to where she assumed that Paul kept his clothes and grabbed a t-shirt and boxers before heading towards the bathroom that was visible through the door. She needed time to think about what the mysterious woman had said.
Seth stood up as soon as Bella had left. "We should probably tell the others that she's awake."
Paul glared at him. "She's my sister. I'll call them."
Seth sighed. "What is up with you? She's my imprint. And I am hers. Why can't you accept that?"
Paul began to shake slightly. "I just find out that I have a sister and you just had to imprint on her. I will not have you break her heart just like that bloodsucking leech did!"
Seth shook his head in disbelief. "Paul, you know me. I would never do anything to hurt her. I can't do anything to hurt her. She's it for me, man. Besides, if I did do something to hurt her, I'd have not only you, but Jacob and Sam to kick my ass. No thanks."
Paul fought back a laugh, "True. Now let's go tell the pack that Sleeping Bella has finally awakened from her slumber."
Seth pretended to look shocked. "Slumber? Whoa, Paul. That's a big word for you."
Paul glared at him. "Shut up. I was really trying to stop you from sneaking a peek at my sister's naked body."
Seth's mouth fell open. "I would nev-"
Paul rolled his eyes. "Chill bro, I was joking."
The entire pack along with Emily was assembled in Paul's living room as they waited for Bella. Kim wasn't able to come because she was babysitting her younger siblings. Sam was pacing back and forth in his impatience.
Paul sighed. "Keep it up. You might be able to wear a trail into the wood."
Sam growled at him. "I am not in the mood for your jokes right now."
Emily laid a comforting hand on his arm. "Calm down. She'll be down soon."
Sam visibly relaxed from her touch. "I just wanted to see if she's all right."
Leah scowled at their exchange. "What do you expect her to do? Drown in the shower?"
Jacob smirked. "Knowing Bella…"
Bella had come down just as Leah spoke. "Damn! I'm not that clumsy anymore."
Everyone jumped but Paul tried to play it off. "I knew you were there."
Bella rolled her eyes. "Sure you did."
She felt the pull of the imprint and walked over to plop herself onto Seth's lap. He wrapped his arms around her and pulled her closer to him. Bella relaxed into him.
"So what did you guys tell Charlie?"
Sam spoke up. "He thinks that you went on a spiritual journey to get in touch with your inner wolf."
Bella burst out laughing. "He actually believed that? Who came up with that one?"
Quil pretended to look hurt. "I thought it was a good excuse."
Everyone laughed with her. Once she had calmed down, she looked around at everyone. She felt the need to know everyone who was there that she didn't know.
"Wait..Quil? When did you phase?"
Quil straightened up and flexed his newly developed muscles. "A few days ago. The babes can't keep their hands off me."
Embry snorted. "Nice change from running away, huh?"
Quil shrugged. "They couldn't handle something this sexy. Now I'm just too irresistible."
Bella snickered along with everyone else but then sobered as she remembered what she had to tell them.
"Look guys…I have something important to tell you. When I was asleep…"
"You found out that Tinkerbell was real? See, I told you Jake!" Quil stuck his tongue out at him.
Bella put her head in her hands and Seth rubbed calming circles into her back. He growled. He didn't like that his imprint was upset.
"She's being serious. Listen to her!"
Bella smiled at Seth gratefully and went on to tell them about her dream. When she got to the part where the woman told her that she would have to contact the Cullens, everyone started shouting at once.
"No way!" Quil
"Are you serious?" Embry
"I am not letting that parasite anywhere near you again!" Jake
"No chance in hell!" Paul
Bella was busy trying to calm an enraged Seth. All he saw was red as the wolf demanded that he protect his imprint from the threat of vampires.
"ENOUGH!" Sam's alpha voice immediately forced them to be silent. Seth's growls died down.
Now that everyone had his attention, Sam spoke. "Maybe this woman is right. You know that there have been many mysterious deaths and disappearances for the past few days. Obviously, vampires are involved. Perhaps the Cullens could be of help."
Jacob jumped up. "You can't allow this to happen. Especially after what they did to her when they left."
Sam sighed. "I don't like this anymore than you do, but I will protect our tribe. Collin and Brady are showing signs of phasing and they barely just turned fourteen. Vampires are in the area and are triggering the gene that makes us phase. If working with the Cullens will help, then so be it."
Sam turned to Bella. "Do you still have their numbers?"
She nodded. "Yes, but I've tried them. The numbers have been disconnected."
Sam frowned. "Do you have any idea where they could be?"
Bella thought about it. "They're probably living with their 'cousins' in Alaska. If not, it would be a good place to start looking."
Sam looked at the rest of the pack calculatingly. "All right, Bella. You and Seth are all that I can spare right now."
Jacob and Paul were about to object but Sam cut them off. "I need you both here. I don't want Charlie to get too suspicious when he sees that some of us are missing."
Bella began to make plans. "I'll need to go to my house to change clothes."
Emily piped up. "Your father is at Billy's right now, so you should be free to go there."
Bella thanked her and headed out the door. Seth followed her out.
She called over her shoulder, "We'll leave in about an hour."
Bella grabbed Seth's hand as they ran into the woods. As soon as they were a good distance away she stopped him.
He looked down at her in confusion. "What are you do-"
Bella shut him up as she pulled his head closer to hers and kissed him. Seth was surprised at first but soon began to respond eagerly to the kiss. As Bella wrapped her arms around his neck, he lifted her up and pushed her into a tree. He deepened the kiss and stared at her with darkening eyes. After a few minutes, they broke apart, gasping for air. They looked at each other in amazement.
Bella was slightly breathless. "I just felt the impulse to do that."
She cleared her throat and jumped down off of him. "We should probably get going."
Seth was still a bit dazed. "Yeah…right…"
Taking each other's hands again, they raced through the forest until they reached a break in the trees that opened up behind her house.
Bella grabbed the key from under the mat and opened the door. She glanced back at Seth as they walked through the kitchen. "Wait here, I'll only be a minute."
Seth nodded and went into the living room. He smiled as he looked at pictures of a younger Bella on the mantelpiece. He looked up when Bella came down and gasped.
She was wearing a cut-off pair of jean shorts that hugged her thighs and a black tank-top that was almost painted onto her skin.
Bella saw where he was looking and winked at him. "Like what you see?"
He nodded like an obedient puppy and she laughed. "Let's go then."
They grabbed hands and were about to walk out the door when Paul ran up. He looked at their intertwined hands suspiciously.
"Sam said to be careful and to send him updates when you can. And no funny business either." He was glaring at Seth when he said this.
Bella huffed and surprised Paul with a hug. "I'll miss you..my big bro."
Paul's eyes widened. It was the first time that she had called him her brother. He tightened the hug for a moment then let go.
"You'd better get going." He met eyes with Seth. "Take care of her."
Seth nodded. "Of course."
They bumped fists and Paul took off again.
Bella turned to Seth. "Come on."
She took off into the woods before him so that she could undress without him seeing. She tied her clothes around her ankle with a string and phased. Bella yelped in surprise when she saw that Seth was in wolf form behind her.
Race you.
Seth gave her a wolfy grin. You're on.
Bella barked a laugh and took off. Seth was in awe for a moment then shook his head.
Wait up! Cheater!
A/N No cliffhanger. Aren't you proud? Cullens next chapter! Review peeps.