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Sam POV
Bella's text had me worried. I made my way to her place, and threw two little stones at her window. I watched as she walked to the window and looked at me. She smiled softly, and walked away. I waited a few seconds, before the front door opened.
"Hey, are you okay?" I asked, seeing her worried look. She nodded slowly and stepped towards me, hugging me. I wrapped my arms around her, hearing her release a sigh.
"Bell's what's wrong?" I asked, looking down at her. She looked a little unsure whether to tell me.
"Do you want to sit in the tray of the truck? I'll stay as long as you want me to." I offered. She didn't speak but walked to the tray.
"Ah… I don't think I can get up." She said softly holding up her hand. I smiled softly and scooped her into my arms, lifting her up and easily placing her in the tray. I followed up behind her.
"So what's wrong?" I asked, hoping he'd tell me. She looked at me.
"Edward came back tonight… He was here about twenty minutes ago." She rested her head against the window of her truck. I felt my stomach instantly sink.
"Are you getting back together?" I asked, my voice shaking, not wanting to know the answer. She shook her head.
"Sam, I am so confused. I thought I loved him, and he loved me, but he left in that forest." She answered. I could see the fear tremble over her, from being left alone. I gently placed an arm around her, pulling her into me.
"Bell's, I don't really know what to say." I said honestly. She looked up to me, tears glistening in her eyes. I felt my wolf suddenly become angry.
"He came back, expecting me to crumble in his arms… I couldn't." She whispered. I just watched her, listening.
"I couldn't Sam, because of you." She said softly. I looked a little stunned.
"You saved me that night, and then you imprinted. You have made me feel things, in just a single kiss, that I never knew were possible." She said kneeling on her legs, now looking at me.
"How is it possible, that my heart is forgetting Edward, and craving you?" She asked. Her voice shook, making me realise she was nervous telling me any of this. I smiled slightly, pulling her into my lap. She looked stunned, but didn't fight me.
"I don't know, but I know, I never want you out of my life." I answered. She suddenly faced me again. This time, she reached slowly, brushing her hand softly against my neck, moving it back, and softly pushing the back of my head down towards hers. I smiled as her lips captured mine. This kiss was different from the last. It was still passionate, but she kissed as though she had a hunger, and the only way it would dissolve was the kiss itself. She stayed in my lap, kissing me. I didn't stop her. I found myself slowly sliding her to her back on the ute. My body towering over hers, as one of my arms pillowed her head. I captured every kiss, enjoying the softness of her lips. I wasn't sure how long we stayed like this, but soon, I could feel the morning sun, beginning to fan across us, as her face became more visible in the light. I slowly broke the chain of kissing, looking gently down at her.
"You haven't slept." I pointed out. She shook her head.
"But I don't care." Her eyes were searching mine. I smiled and softly pressed one final kiss into her mouth.
"If Charlie wakes up, and you aren't in your room, I have no doubt he'll bring out his gun to shoot me." I joked. She laughed softly before slowly sitting up.
"He's going finishing in an hour. His alarm was probably about to go off. When he leaves, I'll meet you at yours." She said scooting herself down the tray. I followed.
"Hey, when Charlie leaves, I was tempted to come back." I laughed. She smiled as I jumped to my feet, and softly picked her up off the tray, placing her back down. I loved how perfect her body curved into mine.
"See you in an hour and a half." She said softly, walking to her door. I smiled, as she closed it behind her. I smirked as I began stripping, tying my pants to my leg. I hadn't worn a shirt, for I was never really cold. I smiled once more up at Charlie's house that now had my Bella, before phasing.
The moment I phased, I let out a growl. I could smell the leech that had paid Bella a visit. I breathed in the scent, trying to find if he was still about, but it was fairly aged. I let out another growl, before taking off towards La Push.
Bella's POV
I knew it now, that I would not end up with Edward. There had been interest of cause; how else would I have stayed in the relationship? But Sam's kiss had definitely sparked something else in me. Edward's passion for music, and literature had been quite charming; but compared to Sam, I now wondered if Edward's passion for me had a little something to do with him not being able to hear my thoughts…
I snuck up stairs, and had just shut my door when Charlie's alarm sounded. I hurried to my bed, throwing the covers over me, and facing the other way. After last night's little commotion, I had no doubt he would check on me. I waited and listened as Charlie quietly opened my door. He stayed for a minute, before closing it and walking down stairs. I sat up smiling. I would wait for him to pull out of the driveway before leaving my room.
Charlie left at 6.30am. I smiled, already dressed in a pair of jeans and a blue t-shirt. I had to pull on my black hoodie, as it was raining, and Forks got extremely cold.
I walked out, walking down the kitchen. On the fridge was a note.
Morning Bell's
Gone fishing with Billy. Be home late. Have a good day, and if you go out, don't stay out late. You have school in the morning.
Dad
I smiled taking it from the fridge. I flipped it over, taking a pen and writing my own note on the other side.
Dad,
Gone to Sam's. I will be home at 8, Bella
I placed it back on the fridge. I had no intention having breakfast, as I knew that Sam and the boys would have breakfast soon. I wanted to enjoy being part of the pack. I placed my phone in my pocket, leaving everything else. I walked out, getting into my truck. I looked at the steering wheel. It felt strange, trying to drive. The bandages were extremely distracting. I Struggled a little on my way there, but I had slowed down somewhat, not trusting my ability to drive the truck with only one hand. I would have to ask Sam to drive me home.
I pulled in to the driveway smiling as Sam walked out, followed by Jake.
"Morning you two." I said smiling.
"Morning Beautiful." Jake said pulling me into a hug.
"Jake…" Sam warned, as Jake held me. Once out of Jake's arms, I walked to Sam, wrapping my arms around him. I didn't really understand exactly why, but it felt so natural. Jake watched as Sam gently leant down, pecking my lips.
"Morning Babe." He said softly. I blushed, knowing Jake was watching us.
"Did you get any sleep?" Sam asked as he walked me into the house. I shook my head.
"No, I couldn't sleep." I answered. I wasn't surprised to walk in, with Paul already starting on breakfast. Sam lead me up the stairs. I wasn't sure where he was leading me, but I didn't question it either. He walked me to a bedroom. I looked at little stunned.
"This is my room." He said to me. It was well set out. It had a large king size bed, that I would feel lost on. His bed quilt was blue, and his sheets were black. He had two bedside tables that matched the large wooden bed frame. It looked red and somewhat dark. I liked it. On the two bedside tables were two black shaded lamps. I gapped at the large 70 inch flat screen that was on a wall frame. Underneath was a small tv cabinet that had a Play station 3 and games. I smiled at his room. It was very much what I half expected. I smiled at a grey wolf that sat on his bed. I walked over, taking the plush toy.
"My mum gave me that when I was a baby. He's kind of always stayed on my bed." He said to me as I placed him back on the bed. I turned and faced him as he looked at me.
"I want you to lay down and get at least an hour of sleep." He said suddenly scooping me into his arms. I wrapped my arms around his neck, as he leaned over the bed, placing me in the centre. As he went to stand, I held on.
"I will, if you join me." I stated. I was good at making deals. He smiled, shaking his head.
"Deal, but I have to talk to the boys first." He said falling next to me. I smiled as his lips took in my own. I smiled as he stood up, walking out and closing the door behind him. I took off my shoes and jumper. I moved onto a side of the bed, resting my head on a pillow. Sam walked in a few minutes later, crashing on the side closest to the door. He smiled, pulling me easily into his arms. My body arched into his, as I felt my eyes instantly get heavy. It seemed instant that I fell asleep.
I woke a couple of hours later, to Sam no longer next to me. I sat up frowning slightly. I left my shoes and jumper up stairs, and walked out of the room. I walked down stairs, not seeing anyone. I walked around to the Kitchen, and frowned again.
"Sam?" I called softly. I walked to the front door and stopped Sam was standing with the elder Old Quil. I bit my lip, not sure if I should go out, or stay inside. Sam and Old Quil were talking. Sam looked a little frustrated as Quil took his leave. I opened the door.
"Sam?" I called softly. Sam turned. He frowned until he looked up at me. The minute his eyes reached me, he smiled.
"Is everything okay?" I asked as he walked up to me. Sam nodded.
"Nothing to worry about for now." He answered. I frowned again.
"Sam… tell me." I said crossing my arms. Sam sighed.
"You think you have troubles… Since Cullen returned last night, there have been two more added to the list of future wolves. That's why Old Quil was here. He needed me to send watch outs. I sent Paul and Embry to watch the latest. Jared is with Quil, Jake's friend. He's getting awfully close, and I'd stay in the next couple of days, he'd have joined our ranks. But with Cullen back in the area, I can see more kids changing." He answered. I looked a little sadly. I knew none of the boys had asked for this. As it was, none of them would allowed to leave for University, and that all would now remain at the Reservation.
"Too top it off… Both of Harry's kids are now showing the signs." He said to me. I looked at him strangely.
"Wait, Harry's only got one son though." I said confused.
"Yeah, and it gets worst. Leah and I broke up a month before my first phase. It was pretty messy and she is yet to actually talk to me." He said to me. I took his hand.
"It's so strange that she'll become a wolf." I said sitting on his lap on the lounge. He wrapped his arms around me.
"I will be fine, as long as the two of you get along and don't want to kill each other." He said softly. I frowned.
"Why wouldn't I get along with her?" I asked.
"She may not like you, for what you mean to me." He answered. I laid back in his arms, not really sure now, exactly the welcome I would receive from my father's friends daughter.
"It's not going to be easy having Leah in the Pack… she's a very strong personality that I think some of the boys may not like it." He said to me.
I wasn't sure exactly what to say. I knew that after Sam's, I had someone I had to go see. I didn't want more Quileute's suffering. After all, because of Edwards return to the area, there would now be at least two more wolves joining the pack.
"Sam, when I leave here, I'm going to go see Edward." I said softly. He looked at me in shock.
"Why?" He asked bluntly. I knew he didn't like the idea of it.
"I need to sort a few things out, and hopefully with that, he'll leave, so others won't have to change." I said to him. I watched him bite his lip.
"Why don't we just watch a movie, and enjoy the time, and I'll pretend you aren't going to the Cullen's when you leave here." He said moving me off his lap to stand and put on a movie. I had a feeling that he was trying to ignore the idea of Edward. I knew he would be curious as to if Edward would somehow talk to me into going back to him, but I knew immediately last night, that I did not belong to Edward. I belonged to Sam, and I would fight to keep him, as he would fight to keep me.
Sam had kissed me so passionately when I got in the car, I had considered not going at all, but I knew that it wasn't something I was prepared to let go of. I drove to Edward's. It was as large and luxurious as it had been the last time I was here. The only difference was, today I was coming to ask him leave. Edward was at the door, the minute I pulled in. He smiled at me. I knew that smile… He thought I had come to reconcile. I got out of the car, walking up to small porch.
"Bella." He said smiling.
"I am surprised you came." He said to me. I looked at him, and then took a breath.
"We need to talk Edward." I said walking inside. He followed me in. I walked straight to the lounge room. No furniture had been taken, it was all here, and I wondered if they had always planned on returning.
"Can I get you a water?" He asked me, as I took a seat. I shook my head.
"I can't stay too long. I'm meant to be home in an hour." I said to him. He sat on the couch.
"Charlie doesn't want you here?" He asked. The look on his face was guilt.
"Charlie thinks I'm at La Push, and I don't need him knowing I am here. He would ground me for the rest of my natural born life." I said straight to the point. He nodded.
"Understandable." He said softly.
"I am really glad you're here Bella." He said taking my hand. I slowly pulled my hand from him.
"I'm not here to get back together Edward. I came as there are a few things I need to know, and a few things I need you to know." I said to him. He looked stunned, and a little taken back. He slowly sat down.
"Of course. What is it you would like to know?" He asked. I took a deep breath, my heart pounded as though it was wanting to be anywhere, but in this room.
"I want to know, did you love me?" I asked softly. His eyes stared back into mine.
"Yes, and I still do." He answered.
"I lied to you, when I left you in the forest. I love you, Bella. I left, in hopes Victoria would believe, I didn't." He said to me. I sat for a moment. I had not thought of Victoria then entire time he had been gone. Now, I was rather annoyed that I hadn't. I was in danger, and I had a feeling, she would not stop, until I was dead. It was something I would have to inform Sam.
If you are wondering, Victoria is a vampire that feeds off humans. Her mate, another vampire names Laurent and Victoria were responsible for Harry Clearwater's death, Leah's father. James, Victoria's mate had tricked me, and almost killed me, when the Cullen's had turned up. He had died, and Victoria wanted vengeance.
"Edward, whether you had stayed or left, she'd be coming after me. She will not stop until I am dead." I stated. He looked at me a little guilty.
"I am really sorry Bella." He said softly. I nodded.
"Yeah, I know." I took a deep breath.
"How have you been?" He asked softly. I shook my head.
"I have more questions." I said ignoring the question.
"How long are you planning on staying in Forks?" I asked. He looked a little puzzled.
"I plan on staying… I won't give up on us." He said softly. I shook my head.
"Edward, you need to leave. I am safer without you here, and so are the Quileute tribe. They are turning into Wolves, because there are vampires in the area." I said softly.
"But Bella…" He interrupted.
"We can't be together any more Edward. I will never stop caring for you, or your family, but I think you leaving, will be better for everyone." I said standing. I looked at the hurt now in his eyes.
"You don't mean this." He said softly. I nodded.
"I really do, Edward." I softly swooped down pressing a kiss into his cheek.
"I'm sorry, but this is now how it has to be." I began to leave.
"I won't give up." He called, as I walked out the door. I didn't reply. I walked to the truck, getting in and driving away.
So guys, it's not as dramatic as I wanted, but it's as good as I could think it. Don't worry though, as he will be in the story more. The next time Bella and Edward come face to face, will be when Sam and Bella are truly together. I will post another chapter in the next day or two. I would have posted this sooner, but its storming here, and we had a blackout. I'm counting on us losing power again shortly, but wanted this posted so you had at least a new chapter to enjoy
I want to thank everyone for their re-view so far, I have enjoyed reading them. I laughed, as I had a re-view the other day, asking a few questions about the next few chapters and it was pretty much worded the way I wrote it I love reading the re-views, and hope for many many more
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