Disclaimer – I do not own Twilight or any part of the series. I wish I did, but I don't so I write fan fiction.
Previously
Paul phased back to a human quickly grabbing Bella and kissing her, "It is time we have to go. Colin, Brady, Seth, Kern, and Lathan are coming to watch over you. They will be in the woods, just stay in the house. I love you Bella."
Shakenly she kissed him again, "Promise you will come back."
Paul shook his head, "I will do anything to protect you Bella. Anything."
Chapter 18
The Quileute wolves were the first to reach the vampires catching them completely unaware Paul took out a male vampire about 15 when he was turned.
Before the vampires even started fighting back the wolves and the Cullen's had taken out a number of the witness' and some of the guards. It wasn't until Leah roared in agony did the wolves need to start concentrating which vampires had powers.
Dr. Cullen pointed out a young blond female around the same age as the boy Paul took out first. "She can inflict pain with her thoughts!"
Sam nodded to him but then charged at him, confused Dr. Cullen turned around just in time to see Felix behind him. It was an only a split second until Felix removed the doctor's head from his shoulders.
His wife screamed out as Sam finally got there are started fighting with the vampire giant. Paul jumped in and joined the fight trying to distract the giant so Sam could get to his neck.
Finally after a struggle Sam was able to clamp his massive jaws around his throat as Paul removed one arm and then the other.
Esme in her grief started attacking without plan and precision, she lost her head trying to get to another of the guards.
Looking around Paul saw vampire and wolf bodies covering the land, thankful that there were more vampires dead that wolves though.
Finally Paul and Sam cornered a blonde leech in more formal robes as he yelled up at them, "DO YOU KNOW WHO I AM? I AM CAUIS ONE OF THE THREE…."
He didn't say anything else after his head was removed from his body, Looking over he saw Jasper and Emmett removing another 'royal's' head tossing it into the huge bon fire in the middle of the battle.
Paul looked at Sam, 'Sam, I think they are on the run, I've seen a few head off the way they came.'
Sam nodded his large head bristling his black fur, 'yes, I have already sent Malcon and his pack to greet them at the water's edge. They won't make it far.'
Paul nodded and then stilled seeing a member of his own pack lying in front of them, phased back to his human state. His body crushed and bitten, 'Jacob?'
His paws thundered to Jacob's side, Sam as well joined him as he barked for Paul to find a pulse.
Paul phased back to his prone human form leaning over Jacob's body only to realize he was gone. There was no life left in his body as he stood up phasing back to kill.
Looking at Sam through red eyes, 'Jacob is dead Sam.'
Sam howled and then stalked towards the remaining man standing in a royal cloak, the fighting having died down.
As he walked he phased into his human form towards the remaining brother who was being held by Emmett and Jasper, "Do we have your surrender? Your coven's attacked us unprovoked leading to 7 wolves dying. Your coven has been brought down to the five of you kneeling here."
The man raised his head, "I am Marcus sole surviving leader of the Volturi." He looked around at the remaining members of his coven knowing they would all die if he refused. "I have not been the one for a fight in a few hundred years. You have our surrender, and my word that your tribes will be free from any vampire ruling. From my court."
Sam growled and nodded his head, "Take your men and go. You will never step foot on any tribal land or you will face our wrath again. And next time you will lose your head."
Marcus stood as his arms were released to him nodding his head in acceptance as he motioned for the remaining Volturi to head back to Italy.
The remaining wolves howled in victory and in sorrow for their lost brothers.
Pulling on his shorts as the others phased to their human forms and dressed Sam looked around at the battle ground. Walking over Sam picked up Jacob's lifeless body in his arms and headed towards the reservation.
Jacob was the only member of their tribe killed that day, the other tribes picked up their fallen brothers and all followed Sam.
Walking out of the trees near the Black's home Sam continued alone. When Billy opened the door his tears fell freely seeing his only son's body.
Sam layed Jacob down on the couch, "He fought bravely Billy, before I phased back a member of one of the other tribes told me he saved their life with his. The vampire was killed and your son's death was avenged."
Looking down at Jacob, "I am sorry I couldn't protect him Billy."
Billy just nodded and hugged Sam, "We knew this wasn't going to be easy Sam, Did…did we win?"
Sam nodded his head, "Yes, the vampires retreated and admitted their surrender. Two of their three leaders are dead."
Nodding and closing his eyes, "Then my son's death in not in vain."
Sam nodded his head, "No none of the deaths of our brothers were in vain. We lost 7 from all tribes combined."
Billy nodded, "Their soul are with the Taha Aki now watching over us all."
Sam bowed to Billy in respect as Billy put his hand on Sam, "Sam you are now the pack leader truly. Not until my heir accepts it. Even if one of my daughters bare a son it would be another generation until they are ready. Take care of them Sam. They trust you, and you are a wise leader."
Sam nodded, "I am honored to hold this position Billy. I will honor your family."
After saying that the others dispersed and went their own ways.
Paul, Jared and Quill followed Sam back to their mates at his house. Upon arriving there they found the remaining Cullen's standing in the tree line with a sad Colin, Brady and Seth.
Sam walked up looking at the younger wolves, "Go be with your families."
They nodded and took off looking at the four vampires in front of him. Paul and Jared flanked him with Quill standing off to the side.
Stepping forward holding his hand out, "You four will be welcomed on our land from here on out as long as you stay true in not harming humans. You have proven yourselves trustworthy allies…. And friends. I am sorry for your loss."
Jasper stepped forward shaking Sam's hand, "Thank you. If you ever need us we will be here." Clearing his throat, "We are sorry for the loss of Jacob Black as well. I know he was a good friend to Bella, however we did not know him well."
Sam nodded his head looking at Paul, "She won't take it well."
Paul nodded knowing her grief over the loss of her friend would be great. "I will do all that I can for her."
Jasper nodded along with the others before disappearing into the woods.
Sam turned to the others, "Take your mates home. They will need your comfort, and you will need theirs."
They nodded following Sam into the house as Emily ran to him. Paul looked over seeing Bella who let a tear fall before getting up and running to him as well.
Holding Bella in his arms Paul walked silently out of Sam's house heading for his own.
After nothing but silence the whole way Bella looked at him once they were in his living room, "What happened Paul?"
He sighed, "We got their surrender, they have retreated and everyone is safe. But not without loss on our own side as well."
Bella looked at him trying to hold back her tears, "Who?"
Paul tried to take in a breath but all it did was cause his shoulders to shake, "Jacob…. His father already knows. Sam brought Jacob to him. I am so sorry Bella."
Her tears broke like a damn flooding her cheeks with warm rivers of salted tears. "I…"
Paul got up and wrapped his arms around her holding her close before leading her to his room, holding her close as the night wore on. Finally she fell asleep exhausted from her tears and grief.
Her phone dinged from Charlie in the early morning hours telling Bella something had happened and that he was coming home to talk with her. Cringing Paul sent Charlie a message stating that is was him and she knew about Jacob, she had cried herself to sleep at his house on the reservation.
Charlie only responded once telling Paul to take care of his baby girl and that he was headed to Billy's house.
The next day
Bella's POV
Looking at my reflection in the mirror was even more depressing than how I felt. Black dress, black flats, straight hair, everything as depressed as it could be.
Today was Jacob's funeral. Billy had wanted it to be quick, Rachael and Rebecca already having returned home this morning.
Feeling the churning in my stomach I didn't know if I was going to be able to make it, but I would force myself to be. If I had to down a bottle of pepto I would, I was going to be there for Billy, for my Dad, for the pack, but most importantly for Jacob.
The guy I used to make mud pies with as a child, the guy who was always shining so brightly.
Looking down I swallowed as I grabbed my purse, I opened my door at the same time as Charlie and I knew he felt the same as I did. Then Charlie leaned forward hugging me, something that was not a common occurrence but I accepted it none the less.
Arriving at the funeral Paul met Charlie and I at our car, helping me out knowing I would probably trip or stumble in my state so he let me lean on him.
Listening to the Chief talk about Jacob's short life being taken too soon, only a few of us knew exactly how much he had lived. He was a protector, he stood up and protected everyone against the vampires. Jacob was a hero and he would never be forgotten among the pack.
After Jacob's casket was lowered into the ground and covered with the earth everyone parted ways. The pack all ended up back at Sam's house, everyone was sitting around as I looked out the window.
I sighed and didn't realize I muttered, "It isn't fair" until Paul looked at me with questioning eyes.
I pointed to the window, "It is finally warming up outside and sunny. Jacob was always warm and sunny, he would have loved this weather."
Quill jumped up and looked out the window, "She is right. This would be the time Jacob would run out…"
Embry finished for Quill, "And go cliff jumping."
Sam looked at his pack, "Well then, let's do it for him."
I looked up at him for a moment before grabbing Paul's hand walking out the door to the cliffs. The others followed us quickly, it was a sight to be seen with everyone still in their funeral outfits.
Paul looked at me with concern in his eyes, "Do you know how cold that water is? Are you sure Bella?"
Kicking off my shoes and tying my hair back, "Well I am going to find out."
Everyone watched as I ran and jumped off the cliff knowing Paul was running behind me. Soon everyone was in the water splashing and smiling. Remembering Jacob in the way he would want to be remembered.
Paul wrapped his arms around my waist as we floated in the water, "Your safe now Bella, no one coming for you. Well except me. I will always come for you."
I smiled at him, "Jacob will always be here Paul. This is our family. I will miss seeing him every day, but I am happy."
Paul leaned in as if he was going to kiss me so I closed my eyes waiting for him, but his surprised me by kissing my ear and then whispering, "Bella will you marry me?"
I looked at him not even bothering trying to hid my tears of joy as I nodded to him, "Yes."
Yaa I cried whilewriting about Jacob...
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