We got back to Charlie's around 6ish? We brought take out with us so I didn't have to cook.

"Bella?" my dad asked.

"Hey daddy," I chirped stepping in with Sam.

"Boys," I smiled seeing Jared and Seth again, along with everyone else.

"So you're really moving out huh?" Charlie wondered to me as everyone came barreling for the food. Squeezing Sam's hand, I told him to go ahead so I could talk to my dad alone.

"I love the house," I shrugged helplessly. "It's amazing."

"You sure its time?" he wondered.

"More sure than I've been in a while," I spoke with honesty. "I feel like I need to move on with my life somewhere. And that place- its absolutely perfect to do so."

Charlie nodded sighing as he accepted his daughter growing up. "Did you guys need any help putting it together? You're old man isn't too bad with tools," he said as we walked into the kitchen.

"Of course," I said with a smile.

"So details on what it looks like," Sarah said after Sam left to get his haircut. "Its absolutely perfect. Completely gorgeous and fits Sam and I."

The girls all melted in their seats, except for Leah really.

"When do we get to see it?" the female wolf asked.

"Sam and I are going to be working on it tomorrow. I think he is pulling some of the guys aside too. So if you want to help, you're welcome to join us, the more the merrier," I spoke.

"Of course," Kim sang. After talking for a little while longer, some of the guys popped in a movie and we all sat around to watch it. I was surprisingly tired for doing nothing during the day.

"You want me to drive you back to Sam's Bells?" Jake asked.

"Yea," I sighed getting up. Sam should be done with his haircut soon but I knew Sue wanted to catch up with him so it could be a while. Waiting for Jake to say goodbye to his imprint, we took my truck and he drove me back like a pure gentleman.

I was a bit hesitant when we pulled up to Sam's, still feeling that dark feeling. Maybe having him drive me back wasn't such a good idea.

"Did you want me to go in with you?" Jake wondered, watching me carefully. I paused, trying to level my fear of being alone.

"I think I'm okay."

"Alright, well you can always call if you need me. The guys are still around too. "

Nodding, both Jake and I slipped out of the car. "Sam should be here soon," he said.

"I am here," a deep voice said. Surprised, I found Sam coming up the driveway in the dark.

"Hey, how did you know we'd be here?" I wondered as he came to give me a kiss.

"Saw the truck. Thanks for taking her here Jake," he said.

"Anytime bro. See you guys tomorrow," Jake smiled, flashing us each a grin before walking off to the woods.

"You okay?" Sam wondered, bending his knees to read me again.

"Yea, just had weird feelings," I said trying to brush it off as I referred to the house. He nodded and kissed me softly.

"You look good," I commented after we pulled away. I reached up and shook my hand threw his newly cropped hair. Smiling a bit he kissed me again and led us into his house.

"Just think, tomorrow, we will be back in our place," he said leading me to the bedroom.

"I like that," I breathed as I threw myself on the bed.

"So how was Sue's?" I wondered laying on my side.

"Good," he said coming to lie next to me. Running a hand through my brown locks, he leaned in and kissed me softly. I watched him as we broke apart. He seemed so calm. Smiling, I inched my body closer to his and sighed in content when his big arms wrapped around me.

"Love you," I whispered in the darkness.

"Love you too," he murmured while kissing my head. We fell asleep in peace, each exhausted from the day.

My cell phone was actually the thing that woke me up. It was all the way downstairs with my bag. Groaning, I rolled over and rubbed my eyes. Sam was still sleeping, trying hard to ignore the ringing device too. Sliding out of bed, I padded downstairs to get it.

"Hello?" I asked squinting at the brightness of outside.

"Bella, its Pete. We haven't talked in a while," he spoke. I sighed. Pete was right about that. I hadn't talked to him since I told him I was leaving LA and I hadn't made a song since then either. It was like my temporary break.

"Hey, what can I do for you?" I wondered. I ran a hand through my hair trying to wake up.

"I just…wanted to see how you were. You were in the fast track, and we haven't talked in a while," he spoke. I partially was aware that he was saying, 'haven't talked to you in a while, are you going to be making more songs so we can keep rolling in the dough?' but I also knew deep down inside, part of him was actually worried. He was cool like that.

"Yea, everything is good. I really haven't had much time to work," I said.

"Not number one priority anymore huh?" he said.

"Never really was," I spoke honestly, "but yea, it's not really a priority at all anymore."

He sighed, "Well then all I can say is wish you luck. When you're ready to join the business again I would be happy to help you. You're a great girl."

I smiled; he thought I was leaving the business? "Pete, can we just keep calling my non money making streak a break? I don't want to leave just yet, but I opened up a place and I'm getting a house; I'll see if I can try and fit music in there somewhere okay?"

He chuckled, almost relieved that I was bargaining my time with him, "that sounds wonderful Bella, you call me when your ready."

"Will do," I confirmed and hung up. I went to turn back to go upstairs when the kitchen caught my sight. I sucked in a breath and remembered the scenes that had happened over a year ago. It was like yesterday when I snuck up behind Sam and watched him make our dinner. Stepping a bit closer, I could see everything unfolding easily. I remember glancing out the window and seeing the vampire, and even the look on Sam's face when he saw why I was afraid.

"You should still be in bed," a voice ran out. Breaking out of my reverie, I turned around a bit startled. Sam was sitting on the stairs watching me.

"I-umm… had a call," I said pointing to my bag. Feeling a bit flustered I bit my lip and turned to my hands. He was analyzing me, I knew he was. And with the marking, I'm sure he could easily pick up on what I was feeling.

"Come here," he said getting up and coming down the stairs to comfort me.

I let out a breath trying to relax myself as I curled my body against him. "Sometimes they're just too much," I admitted, referring to the memories his house held. "I'm reminded of what happened. And they just-…"

"Okay," he breathed trying to get me calmed down.

"They remind me of how I lost you," I whispered.

"But I came back," he said strongly, "I recovered and came back to you. You need to focus on that. I'm here now. I'm not going anywhere."

I swallowed hard getting emotional. "But for that time being, that long year," I said pulling away to look at him, "I didn't know that- I didn't know you would be waking up and returning to me. And it took something- a part of me. Without you for that time was…hard," I said, finding the word to be nothing compared to what I felt, "and every time I think about it, it just…floors me," I spoke.

"I am thankful for you being here now, I'm so thankful, but no matter what, in the back of my head, I cant help that this is too good to be true- I have to be dreaming," I said shakily. "I'm so afraid to lose you, even more so now."

Sam held one of my shaky hands that I placed on his chest and drew circles on the back of it. "I can't take away those memories," he said softly, "but I promise you, to create a lifetime of memories more that are so much better than them."

My heart melted at his words. How could one man be so kind?

"And I promise you that I will be here for you- not just to remind you you're really here, but to help you overcome your fear. I will be here for you, everyday for the rest of our lives."

Sniffling, I smiled a bit and brought his lips down to meet mine. His arms hugged me tight, passionately holding me as we kissed. Not only was I afraid to be dreaming, but it was also falling so hard for him that I would never recover again if he were to leave me. And the possibility of him actually leaving me was real. Something could happen a day from now, or maybe a week and a year. Something could always happen, which scared me shitless because that meant those were all the opportunities where I could lose him.

"Go up to bed, I'll make us some breakfast," he said, panting as we pulled away. I was hesitant, wondering if leaving him was the best idea. The memory of years back could be the same but maybe this time I wasn't here to point out the danger.

"Stop," he commanded slowly as he put our foreheads together. "There's nothing out there. The boys have been patrolling and keeping watch. No sightings of anything remember?"

I nodded slowly while taking a deep breath, he was right- of course he was right.

"Go on, I'll be up in a few."

Giving him one last kiss, I left his arms and uncertainly trotted back upstairs. Lying on my side of the bed, I turned my back to the door and cuddled with my pillow. Sam would be back, I had to believe that. Watching the cloudy outside, I felt a little more relaxed. Sure the weather wasn't the greatest here, but it was home. The day wasn't dark like most, it was just hazy.

I heard the clinking and clanking of the tray Sam was using for our food and I knew he was coming up. Smiling a bit, I buried my head in the pillow. I had to get over this fear of my boyfriend not returning. It was silly.

His presence was obvious; I could even feel it without seeing him. He set the tray down on the floor and then crawled on the bed to reach me. Moving my hair, he kissed my neck softly and I giggled. Turning a bit, I looked over at him and smiled. My hand reached up to touch his face and I kissed him slowly. Breaking away, he marveled down at me and then leaned in to nip at my neck again. I moaned a bit, loving when he did this. My body shivered against him when he kissed the mark. He loved getting that reaction out of me.

"Mr. Uley," I breathed. He hummed out, acknowledging my words.

"You're being a tease," I moaned as he licked my mark. Moving to look at me, he had a huge grin on his face.

"So not cool," I commented as he kissed me again. Sliding up the bed, I waited to see what he made for breakfast. He brought the tray up to me and I was surprised he got all of this done in the short amount of time he was away. There was fruit, toast, jam, pastries, and some scrambled eggs. I knew he had gone to the store yesterday for a few things but I was surprised he picked up all of this stuff.

Sitting beside me, we dug into the breakfast together, getting ready to start the day.

Sam brought us to our house around one in the afternoon. After we had breakfast, we packed a few things around the house into some boxes he had also picked up yesterday. It was funny to label things like 'kitchen' or 'bedroom'. It was felt unreal. I was moving in with someone who I once thought could never be the love of my life.

"What?" Sam wondered coming up behind me as I marveled at the house again.

"Nothing," I smiled.

He nipped at my mark, which caused me to hit his chest lightly. My body shivered again and made sparks run down my body. "I love that," he announced proud of himself.

"I know," I groaned lightly as I pulled away to put some more kitchen things in their place.

"Hey," he said coming over and twisting my waist so I was facing him. Leaning in, he kissed me softly, making sure I understood he loved me.

"Alright," Leah said walking into the house.

"No door?" Kim wondered behind her.

"He's working on that," I smiled, pointing to Sam. Giving me one last peck on the mouth, he said hello to the girls and was off to work on that door.

"Nice place," Andrea commented sweetly.

"Come on, I'll give you guys the tour," I chirped, leaving the kitchen. I showed them all around the house and let them express their own thoughts.

"This makes me want to get my own place with Jake," Sarah admitted.

"Yea, you're the first one to do this," Kim said. I titled my head thinking about that. Yea, I guess I was. While the rest of the girls were moving in with their guys, Sam and I were actually getting a place together. Equals. I liked that.

"So…two guest bedrooms," Leah commented.

"Kids?" Kim suggested.

I rolled my eyes and drifted back into the kitchen. "Lets just focus on one step at a time here," I commented.

"That is a step," Sarah teased.

"I'm not even married yet," I protested.

"Things can happen," Kim pushed.

"And I'm sure your man wouldn't have any trouble asking you," Andrea teased. Everyone laughed, even me a little.

"Yea yea, for right now they are guest bedrooms, nothing more," I said laying down the line to the girls.

"Sure, sure," Kim smirked. Shooting her a glare, I continued to put away some more things.

"Hey Bells," Jake said coming in, giving his imprint a kiss.

"What's up Jake?" I smiled.

"Sam said you wanted some painting done? I guess I'm starting on that."

"Sweet," I smiled. Grabbing some cans that were on the floor, I handed him his tools and told him to start with the living room.

"Anything we can help with?" Leah asked.

"Did you want to help me repaint the kitchen? I think it need a touch up," I said referring to the dull yellow paint. They all nodded, getting the brushes and stuff out.

"Ladies," Paul said coming in with Liam.

"Hey!" I said getting down from the counter to kiss my boys hello.

"Hi mommy," Liam smiled at me.

"Oh, I love you," I cooed as he ran in my arms.

"Hey Paul," I smiled kissing his cheek.

"I like the color," he said referring to my nice yellow walls.

"Thank you," I smiled.

"Daddy, can we go explore?" Will asked.

"Sure, come on," Paul said pulling his son out of my arms to give him a tour. Kissing the kid's cheek one last time, I let his daddy take him and get back to work.

"He is the cutest thing," Sarah commented.

"A lot of Paul in him," Kim commented.

"Too much," Leah joked. We all laughed. After finishing the kitchen paint, us girls admired our handy work.

"Nicely done," I said each giving them a high five.

"Elley!" Liam squealed running right into me. I let out a small 'oomf' and patted his back. "Can I have the room on the…right?" he asked making little 'L's with his fingers to figure out his directions. I let out a little laugh.

"Bud, you aren't staying here, this isn't your home," Paul said coming into the room.

"But it's a guest room daddy. You said so. I'm a guest," he spoke. I smirked. "Of course Liam, that one can be yours."

"Can we paint it blue?" he asked.

"Sure," I chirped. "Here, you take this," I said gathering a can of paint and some brushes. I was going to use it for a different room but hey, what Liam wants, he gets. "You go upstairs and start painting with your daddy okay? I'll send up some more recruits."

Will's eyes lit up as he was handed a paintbrush. Smiling, I kissed his head and handed Paul some paint cans. "You didn't think you weren't going to stop by here and not work did you?" I charmed. My Pack brother chuckled and followed his hyper son upstairs.

"I'll go help them," Leah volunteered.

"Wait up," Embry said giving me a quick hello, along with his imprint before going upstairs.

"Did you want to go shopping for some stuff? Maybe furniture?" Sarah asked.

"Oh, I love doing that," Andrea added.

"Then how about I leave it up to you," I chuckled, "That's not really my ideal shopping trip. So…you think you can handle it?"

"Hell yea!" Andrea said taking the keys to the car I held up.

"We'll text you pictures," Sarah smiled before rushing out of the house. Chuckling, I let out a breath. Well at least that's checked off on the list.

All throughout the afternoon I was sent pictures on my phone of furniture for the loft and possible living room. Sam and I had still been debating if we wanted to take his stuff or not. The two imprints were actually really good at what they were doing. They helped me eliminate some of the furniture they picked out and helped me place the things that I did really want. By the time they got back, Charlie, Billy, and Sue were walking in with dinner.

"Hi daddy," I smiled, giving him a kiss.

"Nice place," he commented looking all around.

"I like to think so," I grinned as Sam came to wrap his arms around me. Dad gave Sam a manly handshake and went to sit down.

"So how's the house coming along?" Sue wondered, "I want a tour after dinner," she insisted. I smiled and nodded.

"Its good, great so far actually," I stated. "The guys have gotten a lot done. I'm still waiting for my front door though," I teased to Sam. He rolled his eyes, kissing me as he went to get some drinks for everyone.

"Most of the painting is done. Will helped with his guest room," I chuckled. "The only rooms we have left to paint is Sam and my bedroom and the upstairs loft area; besides that, all the painting is really done."

"How about furniture? Did you need help with that?" Sue offered. I chuckled while the two imprint girls grinned.

"Don't worry Sue, we got it all done," Sarah said. The older woman looked quite impressed.

"How about accessories? Décor?" Sue offered. I gave her an uncertain look. To be truthful I hadn't really thought of that.

"Perfect, I can do that," she smiled after reading my face. Everyone chuckled, knowing she wanted to be involved in this too. This was everyone's first for helping out with a Pack mate's house. Sam and I really were the first to buy a house together- especially from scratch.

"What can your old man do?" Charlie asked.

"Well…" I smiled, "I wanted to add some shelves, think you can help me put those together?" I wondered while eating. He nodded, looking over to where I could possibly put them.

"Don't worry Bella, I will supervise the guy. We all know what could happen if he was left alone to do a job," Uncle Billy teased. Charlie began lightly bantering with the old man, which caused us all to laugh.

After dinner, I gave my dad his instructions of how I wanted the shelves to be built and then I took Sue on a tour around the house. She helped me figure out what I would want to do for all the walls space and such.

"It's a beautiful home Sam," she smiled as he came to join us in the living room.

"Thank you Sue," he smirked, coming to hug me.

"Well Bella, I have some time tomorrow if you want to get together and hit some shops," she offered.

"Yea sounds great," I smiled.

"Perfect," she said. Giving us each a hug, she left us alone to do our own thing.

"Everyone leave?" I wondered. He nodded and kissed me slowly. "Just about."

"The door done?" I asked. Sam had been working on that all day. He was almost done when he forgot about the hinges and stuff. So he had to fix that or whatever.

"Yea almost," he said.

"Good," I smiled kissing him again. A throat cleared, interrupting us. With a sigh, we both pulled away and saw Jared. "Did you want me to help you finish up the door?"

Sam nodded, kissing me again before leading Jared to the front of the house. Glancing all around again, I felt proud to have my own house. It felt good.

Bouncing off, I grabbed my last few cans of paint and went upstairs to finish off the bedroom. I decided a nice grey color for our walls. It sounds boring but with the molding and our dark wooden floors, it fit perfectly. The girls had already picked a bunch of accessories and a rug for our room too so I knew everything would come together well.

Opening the cans, I began swirling the wooden stick around and getting ready to paint. It was maybe 45 minutes later when Sam joined me upstairs.

"Hi," I smiled as he grabbed my waist and began kissing my shoulder. "Sam," I laughed while squirming away. He was pecking little kisses all over me that tickled.

"Okay," I laughed again as he continued. Turning in his arms, I laid a hand on his cheek and reached up to kiss him softly.

"This really happening?" I wondered, "Cause you know, all these paint fumes…"

He rolled his eyes at my silly antics and kissed me again, "yea baby, its really happening."

"Wanna help me finish our room?" I asked after a while. Nodding, he leaned down to kiss my lips again and then grabbed himself a brush.