Not the best thing I've written, but I'm really happy about the events that took place :)

Read and find out!

Dedicated to Shyrazie, because she was the only one that actually reviewed! (and she said kewl beans which made me smile) :D

Song by Muse. It's lovely.

15. Bliss

Seth wasn't showing any improvement. I visited as often as I could, but just seeing him broke my heart. How could I be so cruel to him? One time I overheard Carlisle telling someone that he would only smile when I was around. How can he still tolerate me?

Lately I've overanalyzed everything. Too many questions have plagued my mind, and each of them tore me down. I was slowly becoming a bit depressed. Carlisle still doesn't know what caused it, but somehow I knew all of this was my fault, despite what everyone assured me. Jacob is kind of jealous, I can tell, but what am I supposed to do? I couldn't just ignore Seth.

My grades are going down a tube. I try to do my homework when I visit Seth, but that is impossible, and I can barely concentrate in class. My stress level is out the roof.

My parents are always worried. I am never home, I'm always tired when I am, and they are frustrated with my school work. I wish I could tell them what was going on.

I haven't heard from Xaephyn since the night Melanie was attacked. It's only adding to my stresses. It's been nearly a month; surely she should be changed by now, right? What if she didn't make it? I couldn't think about that often, it upset me too much.

It seems that the only thing going on that is a positive influence to my mood is Evan and Laura. Spring break was only a week away now, and despite everything else going on right now, I was excited.

That week was a blur of faces and emotions. The day before the girls were scheduled to arrive, my mom sat me down at the kitchen table and completely broke down. The words and tears didn't stop for at least an hour. Apparently she was blaming herself for my absences and crazy moods. I assured her it was a teenage thing, and managed to make her laugh in the process. She asked me what she could do to help, and offered to hire a therapist. I felt so bad that I was affecting her this way. I promised I was fine, and we continued to get ready for my best friends' arrival.

I couldn't sleep that night. Who could with this much excitement in them? Somehow I managed not to think about Seth as I waited for Evan and Laura in the morning. My legs were almost numb as I bounced them in anticipation.

I heard them before I could see them. The rumble of a car in the driveway had me jumping to my feet and sprinting out the door. A giant Chevy Silverado sat in front of my house. The bed was open and I could see one of them digging through it as the other rummaged through the stuff in the back seat. The latter climbed out as I ran to them. She looked as gorgeous as ever.

"Evan! I can't believe you're actually here!" I yell.

"I know! We haven't seen you in forever!" she responds.

Laura ran over then, screaming, "We missed you so much, Bri!"

I threw myself into their familiar arms. So many tears and smiles had taken place in this huddle, I can't help but laugh. My heart is racing with so much excitement and simple bliss, of actually being able to touch them. I can't believe this is actually happening.

They haven't changed much besides the normal aging, otherwise they look exactly as I remember. Evan's light red hair has grown slightly and I can tell she has learned the art of make-up to play up her gorgeous mossy-brown eyes. Laura has grown out her caramel blonde bangs to frame her cloudy gray eyes in a way that brings out the slightest bits of blue in them. But they still hold the same pale skin – not as pale as the Cullen's, but pale nonetheless.

I helped carry their stuff in as we all attempted to talk over each other at a mile a minute. It was all so overwhelming. Once they were all settled, we were sitting on my bed, reminiscing and catching up.

"So where are these boys of yours? Or did you just make them up?" Evan teases.

I laugh, hitting her arm. "Knowing them, they'll show up any minute."

"I think we should go find them!" Laura suggests.

"Can we?" Evan asks.

"If you guys really want to," I tell them cautiously. I'm nervous about what they will think about Seth's condition. And the Cullens.

Naturally, they insist and we're in the car on the way to Forks. When we arrive at the mansion, the girls are wide-eyed.

"Holy crap," one of them mumbles in awe.

I use Leah's hearing to make sure nobody's doing anything that may reveal their secret. Alice's voice comes through with, "Here comes the human!"

I can't hear any wolves besides Seth, though, but I can tell Jasper is there, and that makes me worried. Not that I didn't trust him with my life, I just didn't know how he would deal with three beating hearts in the house at once.

"Okay, this might sound like a totally awkward question, but are any of you on your period?" I blush, hoping I didn't offend them or something.

They laugh at me, both shaking their heads. "Why?" Evan asks.

"It's hard to explain?" I tell them in half-question, leaving the car before they can prod further.

I take a few steps to the door when Alice comes bounding out. Luckily, she went somewhat human speed. "Hi, Bri! Who do you have here?" she chirps as her small frame squeezes me.

I turn to see Evan and Laura's dropped jaws. I know exactly what they're thinking right now. I was in the same boat a few months ago.

"These are my best friends, Evan and Laura. They live in Menomonie, Wisconsin."

"Ah, I remember you talking about them," she sings, winking at me. She hugs them both almost as enthusiastically as she did me. "It's a pleasure to meet you."

I watched them shiver at her touch as I laughed. This was like déjà vu for me.

"He's not doing any better, Bri," she tells me, taking my hand in comfort as she leads me to the house. "If you ask me, he's actually doing worse. This might not be too good for him." I can see the worry in her eyes.

"I at least want to say hi. If Ev and Laur are too much, they can stay with you and meet the family," I sigh.

"Just a fair warning, Emmett is in one of those moods," she giggles. Oh, god.

The moment I place my foot on the first step, the door swings open and I'm being charged by said vampire.

"The human is here!" he bellows as he picks me up and spins in a circle.

I giggle at him, but realize that what he called me could be a problem. When he sets me down, grinning like a fool, I turn to my stunned friends.

"Uh, it's an inside joke," I lie. I glare at Emmett to be more careful.

They're still speechless. I haven't heard a word since Alice showed up.

I'm pulled into the house by Emmett to come face-to-face with Rosalie's rolling eyes.

"Whoa, Bri, I haven't seen you in forever!" she says sarcastically, but hugs me anyways. She whispers to me, "What's with the tagalongs?"

"Friends from Menomonie. Alice? Introduce them to the rest of the clan, I'm going to go see Seth," I told her, starting up the stairs.

I didn't know whether Evan and Laura looked horrified, excited or nervous. Or maybe it was a combination of all. I shook my head and continued to the room.

His features were soft with sleep when I opened the door. I tiptoed to his side, kissing his cheek lightly. His brown orbs were slowly revealed and his lips were pulled into a smile.

"Hey," he greets weakly. "How are you?"

"How am I? What is this, role reversal?" I joke.

He laughs, but ends up in a coughing fit. "I'm the same as ever."

"I see that," I sigh. I really had no idea what it would take to make him better.

"So, what are you up to today?" he asks me. It was turning into a habit of his. He has asked me this every time I've come to see him.

"Actually, my friends from Menomonie are visiting, so I'll be showing them around town today."

"Oh, that's cool," he responds, but he sounds somewhat disappointed. "Do I get to meet them?"

"If you want. I'm sure they would love to meet you," I enthuse.

"That would be great! It would be nice to get to know your past a little," he tells me genuinely, winking.

"They're downstairs, I'll go get them," I say as I'm leaving the room.

I find my way into the living room and I'm hit with another wave of déjà vu from September…

Jasper sits rigid next to an all-knowing Alice on the love seat. Carlisle and Esme sand, hands clasped, by the front door. Edward stands on alert next to Bella who is obviously concentrating very hard on something (her powers, I'm guessing). My friends sit wide-eyed on the couch, openly staring at the beautiful exotic creatures. I can hear Rosalie and Emmett laughing in the kitchen, and I assume Esme sent them to get some water, but otherwise all is silent.

I laugh, and everyone turns to look at me. I notice smiles from Jasper and Edward as I step over to Evan and Laura. "There's someone who would like to meet you," I tell them.

They jump from their seats, eager to leave the awkward atmosphere. Their eyes gaze longingly at their surroundings as I lead them to the room.

I have never witnessed an imprint before; I never thought it would be this magical. At first I couldn't tell who Seth's eyes wouldn't leave, because I was too busy watching the warm color return to his face. I looked back to see an identical expression on Laura.

"Seth, this is Laura and Evan. Girls, this is Seth," I introduce, unable to keep my smile away.

Jasper surprises me when he appears next to me. The love must be a magnet for him. He grabbed my hand, and suddenly, I was able to feel it. My smile widened, despite the fact that my heart was nearly exploding.

Laura moves to stand next to the bed, but Seth was already up. Love was the cure, I realize.

I called to Edward in my mind, and soon enough, most of the family was crowding into the room. Carlisle checked him, but he was perfect again.

I could barely hear or speak because of the feeling. My knees felt weak and my heart was going too fast to be normal. Jasper gave me a small smile, but his eyes portrayed the pure bliss we were experiencing. It made me want to cry.

Evan stood there in a daze, too confused to do anything.

"Hey, Ev." She turns to me. "I'll explain everything later, but I can show you what Laura is feeling right now." I hold out my hand to her as her eyebrow raises in question, and I nod in assurance.

She takes it cautiously before letting out a sharp gasp. "How are you doing this?" she asks in amazement.

"I'll explain later," I repeat, and she nods.

Can you hear me again? I ask Seth.

I can see him nod as he makes eye contacts with a grin.

Don't tell her anything yet. We'll get the pack together and explain everything to them both.

He nods again.

Carlisle speaks up and the buzz of bewildered voices dies down. "You are free to go as long as you come back the moment something goes wrong."

"I will," Seth responds. It's about time I get out of this damn room.

He's finally better! YAY.

So who luuurves Evangelynn and Laura Jean? (I know I didn't put their full names in yet, but that's what they are) :D I'm expecting that a lot of you love Laura because of the intense imprint scene...

And how about that Jazzy moment, huh? That was pretty adorable, if you ask me...but then again, I'm the author, so I think most of the crap I write is adorable (in my mind, at least).

Who wants a dedication? Make me smile, sea kittens, make me smile. :D

Everything about you resonates happiness, Now I won't settle for less; Give me all the peace and joy in your mind..

-QC-