A/N:Though it may seem like I've disappeared, I will not let this story die as long as you guys are still reading! To those who have stayed faithful and waited and reviewed, a million-zillion apologies. I have no excuses for my lazy-ness. Personally I don't think this chapter is my best and you guys deserve more after waiting for so long. Nonetheless I hope you guys enjoy it and hopefully i can make it up to you buy putting out the next chapter even faster!

Alice waited at the territory boundary. She always supposed how it was a bit funny that despite there being no physical representation, aside the river in the woods, there was no other way to distinguish the boundary between werewolf and vampire. Yet despite that they each knew where it was and could seemingly sense when even the wrong hair crossed it. It was the reason why regardless of Jacob's assurances she always had him come meet her or walk her into his land. She had a sinking feeling some of his friends only wanted an excuse to eradicate the smell from their land that arose every time she came by.

Luckily she didn't have to wait long as Jake soon appeared, pulling a shirt over his head. "Not interested in driving a normal vehicle today?" she questioned, tilting her head to the side. He gave her that goofy grin that he often had.

"I wanted to be in my natural environment" he replied with a shrug. Without further notice he proceeded to pull Alice against him, causing her to squeal a bit.

"So you're natural environment is running around naked in the woods?" she looked down at him with a smile. Instead of replying he leaned forward only to be stopped by a white envelope between their lips. Despite the development in her feelings towards the young man, Alice just wasn't comfortable with open displays of affection, not counting the hug of course. Not to mention the fact that the words Bella had spoken were still ringing in her head..

Alice Cullen bounced down the hallway, literally, ignoring the occasional odd glance she got from students. Most knew by now that the Cullens were a curious bunch and most also knew not to question it. However, it would be a lie to say the Cullens had not become a bit more sociable. And a bit usually meant getting an impassive look instead of scowling grimace when you asked them something; if you were crazy enough to ask them for something. Alice however was obviously the most sociable out of the family. There was no way someone who seemed so cheery could be mean. Now, despite the weary looks, she reached her destination as she came to a halt at Bella's locker.

"Someone's happy today" Bella commented as she pulled out some books.

Alice simply continued to smile before reaching into her school bag. "These are for you" she proceeded to pull out a stake of white envelopes. So many so that Bella could hardly begin to count as they were compressed so tightly. She glanced back up at the female vampire with a curious expression.

"Don't you think that's a bit much?" she questioned before putting some books back into her locker. She recalled Alice stating that she was planning the graduation at the Quiluete bonfire, but she had hoped the pixie haired woman was joking. "You know how much I hate parties. And even then, I only need you guys there."

"None of that. After last year I thought it was appropriate that we threw you an official graduation bash." Bella's eyes widened slightly. It was one thing for Alice to want to plan a party, but for her to want the party to take place at the Cullen's estate, that was just asking for something to happen.

Closing her locker, Bella spun the dial making sure it was locked. "Alice are you sure that's a good idea. I mean…considering last time. Not to mention you guys are opening your home to the teenage population of Forks." The concern was evident, but Alice simply continued to smile as they walked.

"Don't you think I thought of all that before asking Carlisle? Trust me Bella, they will be talking about your party throughout the summer" she reassured her human best friend before stopping them. "In fact, I think I should take these. You focus on graduation, I'll take care of everything else." Before Bella could protest, the envelopes were snatched from her hand.

"Alice wait" stopping from walking off, Alice turned towards her waiting. She glanced around to make sure none of the other Cullen's were within ear shot. "What are you doing about you and you-know-who?" Bella was sure if the vampire could blush in embarrassment, Alice would be doing so right now.

"What do you mean?"

She couldn't help but roll her eyes at the vampire, "You know what I mean." When Alice's only reply was a stare to the ground, Bella let out a sympathetic sigh. "Alice, I know this situation is impossible. I wouldn't know what to do in your place. But you can't please everyone. Someone's going to find out and get hurt"

Alice finally sighed and nodded, pulling Bella to the side of the hallway. "I know, I just don't know what to do. I'm think I'm starting to care more for Jacob but Jasper has always been there for me. I can't hurt him like that."

Bella nodded understandingly, she had been in her own brief love quarrel after all. "If Jasper really loves you, he'll put your happiness first…even if that means letting you go." Alice remained quiet for a moment, staring down at her feet as she thought over the eighteen year olds words. Looking back up, she gave Bella the all too familiar smile before stepping back on her path.

"I should get to handing these out, I'll see you later today."

"What's this?" his words broke the pixie from her thoughts as he placed her down, taking the envelope from her hand.

"Your invitation to Bella's graduation party" Alice replied, the smile returning to her face. "You have a plus one so try to pick your most civil friend" she stressed the civil part as the last thing she wanted was a fight between supernatural beings to ruin the night.

"What's that supposed to mean?" Jacob tried to give her his most offended look, despite knowing exactly what she meant.

"No Paul or anyone else that would start trouble" Alice replied giving him the look. It wasn't often that Jacob found the vampire to be intimidating but right now she managed it. "In fact with that description you should just stay home too" and just like that the carefree, at times teasing, smile was back across her gorgeous features.

"So I'm a troublemaker now?" his eyebrows shot up in amusement as she turned on her heels, preparing to walk away.

"Yup, so try to control your troublesome nature this afternoon. And be fashionable" she glanced over her shoulder to look at him once more, smiling before disappearing faster than he could blink. Looking down at his invitation Jacob couldn't help but grin to himself as he stood in the middle of the road.

"Seth! What are you doing tonight?" Jacob asked as he bound into the young man's room. Seth was one of the newest additions to their pack, along with his short-tempered sister. He was also one of the youngest and a bit more at home with his condition then some of the others were. It was why Jacob believed he didn't have the temper that Paul and some of the others had.

"Uh, finishing up some school work and then just hanging around" he replied, sitting up on his bed, putting a marker in his book before closing it. "Why, what's going on?"

Jacob leaned against the wall with a shrug, trying to be casual, "Bella's having a birthday party, I was wondering if you'd like to be my wingman."

Seth glanced over him with a quizzical look. "So, why do I get to be so lucky?"

Jacob gave him an innocent look before giving up and scratching the back of his neck. "Welll, it's kind of up at the blood suckers home."

Instantly Seth put his hands up in protest, "Oh no, no way Jacob."

"Come on Seth, it'll be a good time" Jacob insisted, knowing this would be the reaction he was going to get.

"No way. You've already got half of the pack pissed at you, I'm not joining that club" Seth looked up at Jacob from his spot on the bed. His look was truly apologetic, and somehow Jacob felt bad for even asking it of him. He was right, it wasn't Seth's problem and Jacob had no right intentionally trying to bring him into it.

Finally nodding he agreed, "You're right, you're right."

"Are you sure that's a good idea to go…I mean won't the other vampires be there. What if they find out about the…situation?" Seth raised an eyebrow at his pack brother; curious as to whether he had thought this through all the way.

Jacob was silent for a moment as he looked away from his friend and out the window. The thought had crossed his mind but only briefly. Truth was, there was a huge risk in going to this event, but it wasn't for Alice that he was going. "It's Bella's party. I'm not going to miss it for anything. She wants me to be there."

Seth nodded but didn't speak. He understood but that didn't mean he thought it was a good idea. "Well, try not to get in any trouble."

"Why does everyone keep associating me with trouble today" Jacob muttered before saying his goodbyes and heading out the room. It looked like he would be riding it solo to Bella's party. Therefore he had to hope that everything went smooth.

Alice moved around the room casually, sliding between teenagers as they conversed. She couldn't help but have a large smile on her face. This was exactly how she pictured a party going. Everyone seemed to be having a good time and nothing had gone wrong. Of course Jacob still didn't show up, if he was going to show up.

Making her way up the stairs she went to check on her hair. She may be a vampire but she was still wanted to look her best.

Though she wanted Jacob to show up, she also knew he was putting himself at a large risk. On a normal occasion, no vampire in the Cullen clan would do anything to him; for the sake of the treaty and for Bella. As a family they agreed they had to respect her decisions, even if, as Emmett put it, 'she hung around garbage'.

However, if anyone figured out that he had imprinted on her…well that non-aggressive attitude might change quickly. Luckily the one with the best possibility of finding out was also one of the more level headed ones of their family. Alice knew that if he found out, Edward would approach her before going to anyone else.

Running a hand over her bangs and brushing it to the side, she looked at her reflection in the mirror once more before being satisfied with her appearance. Making her way back down the stairs, she glanced to the side and spotted Jacob conversing with Bella. For a moment her heart stopped as he turned towards her on cue.

Then she really did stop as her mind went elsewhere.

When Alice's scent caught Jacob's nostrils he immediately turned in the direction of the stairs. He couldn't help but smile as he saw her eyes were already on him. Then before he could wave or say hello, her eyes seemed to go distant as if she was looking at something far off.

Bella brushed passed him and walked towards the vampire as she snapped back to the present, Jacob right behind her. "What did you see?" Bella asked, worry in her voice. Unfortunately Alice didn't often see visions of happiness.

"They made their decision" she spoke, causing Jacob to raise an eyebrow.

"Who made their decision?"

"The army, they're coming here" again Jacob stood there for a moment before remembering what Alice had told him about her previous vision. Was she talking about the same army that was in Seattle? The redhaired blood suckers' army.

Bella seemed to be putting the pieces together faster than her best friend as she spoke; "I'll go find Edward and Carlisle" Alice nodded as the human in the triangle went off throw the crowd.

For a moment the two of them just stared at each other. Jacob was still thinking about the brief news of the vision she had just shared before he finally realized that it was just Alice and he on the stairs. "Come on" she spoke, grabbing his hand and taking him up the stairs.

"Where are you going?" Jacob asked as he allowed himself to be pulled. As they reached the hallway, a young couple stood against the wall kissing. Walking past them, Alice took him into the bathroom. Closing the door behind him, she locked it and pinned him against the Jacob."I like where this is going."

"You wish" she commented, smiling before her expression became a bit more serious. "Jake, are you sure you want to get your pack involved in this? If this newborn army is coming here its big trouble." the concern on her face was evident as he looked back at her.

Cupping her face in his hands, he offered a comforting smile. "I said we would do this together didn't I?"

"Yeah but that was before we knew a full army was actually coming here" she said, her expression unchanging.

"Trust me, okay?" leaning forward he kissed her softly. Despite her inner voice and better judgment, Alice allowed herself to sink into the kiss and let her worries wash away for the moment. When he pulled back, she cursed herself for wanting more. "Come on, you still have to brief everyone."

Nodding she stepped away from him before unlocking the bathroom door and letting them out. They didn't need anyone asking unnecessary questions.

"They had the scent from Bella's blouse" Alice finished as she informed the room which consisted of Edward, Carlisle, Jacob, Bella, Jasper, and herself. While Jasper was next to her, Jacob stood across the room. While she didn't know what internal battle he was facing, his composure on the outside was impressive.

"So they're after Bella then" Jacob concluded.

"It's Victoire, she's behind all of this" Edward nodded. To see the two agreeing was a bit odd considering their recent past. "And now her newborn army is coming our way."

The room was silent for a moment as they all let the news of the change of events sink in and think it over. Jacob was the first to speak up as he glanced around the room. "If Bella's life is at risk, then we want to help."

At this everyone turned to look at him in surprise, aside from Alice who already knew his plan. "These newborns are powerful, stronger than your average vampire" Jasper spoke, wondering if Jacob knew what he was signing not only himself, but the rest of his pack up for.

His head swiveled towards Jasper as he gave him a challenging glare, as if to ask what made him the authority on this. Seeing Jacob's reaction, Carlisle explained, "In his past Jasper was around newborns often. He's the most knowledgeable on how to fight them here"

Jacob nodded, but his expression remained the same, "Anything you can handle, we can handle" the tone in his voice was strong and determined as he glanced around the room. It was clear to everyone, or at least Alice, that Jacob wasn't going to back down from this position, no matter what it cost.

"If they want to help, maybe we should let them" the words escaped Alice's lips before she could stop them and when all the eyes in the room turned to her she suddenly felt an inch tall. Swallowing the lump in her throat she kept her outer composure strong, the best she could, and continued. "There's an army coming…Wouldn't it be best to have as many numbers as we can?"

The room remained quiet, partially still in shock that Alice was the one who had spoken up. Finally Edward's voice broke the silence. "They'd have to be willing to go throw the training with Jasper. Without resistance or fighting." His voice was flat and down to the point as he turned towards Jacob.

"Name a time and place, we'll be there" he replied with a nod of understanding. The room was quiet for another moment as they considered. Jacob wondered if vampires had some sort of inner communication like the Pack did.

"Dawn, two days from now" this time it was Carlisle that spoke. "Now that that's settled, let's all get back to the party shall we." With his words their meeting was adjourned and he turned to make his way out of the study. One by one the rest of the Cullens filed out.

"Jacob"

A voice stopped him as he was moving to follow Bella out of the room. Turning he saw that it was Edward who apparently hadn't left his place in the room. Bella too turned around but a nod from Edward seemed enough to assure her that everything would be okay. Glancing at his best friend as she disappeared from view, Jacob turned back to Edward with a curious gaze. On the inside he was having a heart attack; and despite his attempt to remain curious and calm on the outside he knew that Edward could hear and feel all the anxiety currently flowing through him.

"Listen, if you're worried about us interfering in your blood sucker affairs, don't worry—"

"That's not what this is about and you know it" Edward cut him off. Jake took some relief in the fact that his expression wasn't an angered one. Though Bella's boyfriend didn't exactly give off emotion on a normal basis.

The shape shifter stood there for a moment before nodding and conceding defeat, "Right. So you know then?"

"I've known ever since you told her. I live with Alice you know" he said as if stating the obvious. Before Jake could ask the next question, he already answered him. "I wanted to let you two solve it on your own without interfering."

"Can you not do that" Jacob replied, an annoyed edge to his tone. He didn't feel it but he hated knowing that the blood sucker was poking around his brain whenever he wanted.

Edward ignored his comment and instead moved to the other side of the room to make sure no one was still hanging around. "Unfortunately you two only seem to be growing closer."

"Well I can't exactly control it" Jacob retorted, having a bad feeling about where this was going.

"So Bella says" Edward commented, moving back towards him so that they were face to face. "I'm not telling you or her what to do, just find a solution."

"What if that means telling Jasper?" Jacob inquired, curious as to his thoughts.

This time Edward was silent for a moment, choosing his words carefully. "It's better he finds out from her then some other way." With that he walked out of the room, leaving Jacob to his thoughts. Edward definitely wasn't comfortable or pleased with the situation but he seemed to accept it for what it was. He could only hope that when the time came, the rest of the Cullen clan would do the same.

A/N: Alright so there's the chapter, hopefully you guys enjoyed it! I decided to go with Edward finding out, he seemed to be one of the more level headed options. I'm still unsure how Jasper will react so i guess it'll be a surprise for all of us =P hopefully I can get the next chapter out fast and not make you guys wait so damn long again. review if you please (: feedback and thoughts really do go into consideration when writing every chapter.