Disclaimer: I own no one but Kaya. SM owns the characters like usual.
AN: Well I am back after being inspired by so many positive reviews and private messages. Thank you to all of the readers and for all of your support. It means the world to me. This is the sequel to Renesmee's Choice and you can tell by the name that it focuses more on Seth and the hard choices he has to make while being with the Cullens. Please read Renesmee's Choice before reading this or some things might not make sense. Alright with all that said here is Seth's Choice. Read, review, and like always enjoy!
~Emmettroselover
Chapter 1
Two years had passed since Nahuel and Renesmee's wedding. The Cullens moved to Hoquiam, Washington where they had stayed before. They loved the area and had three separate houses, two of which Esme built. The main house was where most of the Cullens and Seth stayed. Bella and Edward had their own cottage and Renesmee and Nahuel did as well. After the honeymoon, Renesmee and Nahuel reunited with their family and were happy to stay with them in the small town of Hoquiam.
Hoquiam was about two hours south of Forks and the Cullens could enjoy the same hunting regions without being close to the Quileute Reservation. Seth didn't mind being away from the reservation. In fact, he loved being around the Cullens. He always thought of them as friends but over the years they became his family, especially Rosalie and Emmett. Leah and Jacob lived in Wyoming and were married plus expecting a baby. While Seth did miss his sister, he also kept busy with the Cullens, Emmett and Nahuel in particular.
Emmett and Seth enjoyed their usual adventures and Nahuel liked to tag along when he wasn't spending time with his wife. Renesmee would usually spend time with Rosalie while the others were gone. She loved being around her aunt and was extremely close to her. Bella, Alice, Edward and Jasper liked to explore the area which usually included Alice dragging them along on a shopping trip. Of course Carlisle and Esme couldn't be happier with the family they had and the time they got to spend together. Esme spent so many years worrying about Edward before he found Bella, but everything was in sync with their family now. She could see it in all their eyes that they were happy with their existence and that is all she ever wanted for them just like Carlisle did. The two he worried about the most were Edward and Rosalie, but after Edward found Bella and had Renesmee, he was whole. Sure there were struggles along the way but they overcame them and it made them a stronger family because of it. Even Rosalie was happy with the outcome of the past events. She not only had Emmett but also had Seth who she treated like a son and Renesmee who was the niece she would always look after.
Renesmee and Rosalie were in Rosalie and Emmett's room while they looked through Rosalie's closet.
"Aunt Rose, do you ever throw out your clothes? How do you manage to even get all of this in here," asked Renesmee and Rosalie giggled as she looked at a pair of red heels.
"You can blame your Aunt Alice for that. The little pixie is constantly buying clothes for everyone plus the things I buy as well so the closet is always full. I do try to get rid of some of it when we move but there are just some things that I love too much to let go." Renesmee nodded as she looked at an old white laced dress. It was long, elegant and embroidered with pearls along the neckline.
"Where did you get this from, it looks pretty outdated?" Rosalie looked at the dress and smiled.
"That is from my wedding," she answered and Renesmee smirked.
"Which one," she teased and Rosalie playfully threw a pillow at her giggling niece.
"Our first wedding my dear Renesmee, I always keep it with me no matter what. It is one of my most precious possessions just like the one I am looking for right now," she said looking through a box in the back of the closet. Renesmee knelt down beside her.
"What exactly are you looking for anyways?"
"My first coverall that Carlisle got me when he realized I liked working on cars, he said it would be better than trying to change the oil in a dress," she giggled but then frowned. She was certain she put it in that box and with her impeccable memory there was no way she misplaced it. Something wasn't right and she looked around even more. Before she could look in another box, a thought ran through her mind. She stood up and started to pace.
"He wouldn't," she said through gritted teeth and Renesmee frowned.
"Who wouldn't what," she asked and Rosalie crossed her arms.
"Emmett was looking for something before he left with Nahuel and Seth to go do whatever it is they do together. I swear those three never get tired of jumping and running and…..isn't it just so odd how they act like children after…"
"Aunt Rose, you are rambling," smiled Renesmee sweetly.
"I am trying to not think about what I know my husband has done because if I am right then he is a dead man," she said through gritted teeth and walked out of the room. Renesmee frowned even more.
"Isn't he already dead," she asked as she ran after her aunt.
Emmett jumped out of a tree before running to another one and scaling up it. Seth was running in werewolf form and circling the area again while Nahuel hung from a tree opposite of Emmett. Emmett smiled and gave him a nod.
"Ursus americanus altifrontalis, this is going to be a hard one to handle Nahuel. Seth just spotted it and is luring it this way. Get into position!" Nahuel shook his head at Emmett.
"Ursus americanus altifrontalis, Emmett just call it a Black Bear you are way too into this which I can tell by your attire," teased Nahuel and Emmett straightened his clothes. He was wearing regular black pants but also a makeshift shirt he tore the sleeves off of. He found it in the closet and figured it was one of Rosalie's old coveralls so he tore off the sleeves and the bottom half making a sleeveless shirt that hung open to show his chest. He used one of the sleeves as a bandana and gave one to Nahuel who at first refused to wear it but Emmett said he couldn't play unless he did. The rest of the scraps of cloth were used in the game as well.
"I think I look like a hunter thank you very much! Now be quiet, here comes the bear. Remember, in order to win you must tie the cloth to its tail," informed Emmett and Nahuel rolled his eyes.
"No problem," he smiled and Seth howled letting them know the bear was coming. Emmett got into a better position to watch from the trees and Nahuel jumped down to the ground as the bear ran past him.
"Get him," yelled Emmett and Nahuel chased after the bear with ease. He got to the tail and was about to put the cloth on when the bear turned around to growl. It caught Nahuel off guard and he barely missed the tail making Emmett laugh.
"That's the human side of you showing through," he teased and Nahuel pounced on the bear knocking it to the ground. He tied the cloth to the tail and then finished the bear off by draining its blood. Once his thirst was quenched Nahuel stood up smiling and Emmett walked over to him with a frown.
"That's cheating!" Nahuel rolled his eyes.
"Is not, you never set any rules and I won!"
"You did not win you cheater! You were supposed to tie the cloth on its tail not kill it!" Nahuel shrugged.
"You never clarified," he smiled and Emmett stomped his foot.
"Cheater, cheater, cheater, that's all you are!" Seth changed back into human form and put back on his clothes as Emmett and Nahuel argued. He walked over to them and sighed.
"Will you two knock it off, jeez it was just a game," he said and Emmett looked at him.
"Just a game, he ruined the game! I didn't even get a turn and I was all dressed up too!" Seth laughed and then looked at Emmett's clothes.
"Where did you get that from anyways? I know it isn't yours because it is too small." Emmett shrugged.
"It was Rose's at one point but I just found it laying around in a box so now it is mine," he smiled dusting off his shirt. Nahuel frowned.
"Won't Rosalie be mad you took it," asked Nahuel and Seth's eyes got big.
"Emmett, what are you going to do," asked Seth panicked and Emmett laughed.
"Oh don't worry. It will be fine, my angel won't mind." Suddenly they heard a yell coming from the house.
"Emmett McCarty Cullen," screamed Rosalie and Seth and Nahuel jumped. Emmett's eyes got big.
"Um we should probably head back to the house now," he said and Seth shook his head.
"Are you crazy? I love Rose but she can be scary," yelled Seth and Emmett laughed.
"Hey trust me, I can handle my wife." Emmett took off running and Nahuel was about to as well but then he looked at Seth.
"Why aren't you phasing," he asked and Seth shook his head.
"I think I'll walk, it isn't that far." Nahuel smiled and took off toward the house. When he got there, he stopped in his tracks and Renesmee was shaking her head as she leaned against the railing of the porch. Rosalie glared at her husband and he gave her a smile.
"Yes my angel," he asked sweetly and she pointed at his shirt.
"Emmett that better not be what I think it is," she yelled and he ran a hand through his curly hair.
"What do you think it is," he asked and she gritted her teeth.
"Is that the coverall Carlisle bought me years ago?" He shrugged.
"I don't know angel it was in the back of the closet in a…."
"Emmett! Have you lost your mind," she yelled and he looked around. He knew the look in his wife's eyes and wanted an escape from her wrath, so he pointed at Nahuel.
"It was Nahuel's idea! He's wearing a pant leg see," he said pointing and Nahuel's eyes got big. He quickly took off the bandana and threw it at Emmett. Rosalie gave Nahuel a look.
"You had something to do with this," she asked and he shook his head.
"Of course not, I just….well…..he made me wear it to play his game," he confessed and Rosalie looked back at Emmett who had his jaw to the floor.
"You little traitor," he gasped and Nahuel shrugged.
"I like my existence thank you very much," Nahuel smiled and Emmett sighed as he looked at Rosalie.
"Do we at least get a head start," he asked and Rosalie cocked an eyebrow. Nahuel looked at her and then Emmett.
"We…..why did you say we," he asked panicked and Emmett grabbed his arm.
"She doesn't take prisoners, run man run," he yelled and Rosalie jumped off the porch before chasing Emmett and Nahuel. Seth walked out of the clearing and started laughing as Renesmee shook her head.
"Aunt Rose, if you kill my husband, we might have issues," she called out before running after them. Emmett was screaming as he ran through the yard with Nahuel right behind him. Rosalie was yelling at them and Renesmee was trying to calm her down. Seth started rolling on the ground in laughter as Edward, Bella, Alice and Jasper ran up to the house. Alice was clapping for Rosalie and Edward filled in Bella and Jasper since Alice saw the whole thing in a vision.
"Get him Rose," yelled Alice as she jumped up and down cheering on her sister and Renesmee ran over to Alice.
"Nahuel didn't even do anything and why are you cheering on Aunt Rose?" Alice giggled.
"My silly niece, do you really think she would kill Emmett? Don't worry neither of them are in real danger. She just wants to scare them a bit especially Emmett," she smiled and Renesmee slowly nodded. She saw Seth still laughing in the grass and Renesmee giggled.
"I guess it is pretty entertaining." They all stood on the porch watching Rosalie chase after Emmett and Nahuel. Jasper was trying to help them out.
"Split up, you are making it too easy on her," he advised and Emmett pushed Nahuel away from him. Nahuel jumped into a tree and sighed in relief as he watched Rosalie continue her chase after Emmett. Bella couldn't stop laughing into Edward's shoulder.
"I wonder what would happen if she actually caught him. You know it is all a bluff," she smiled and Edward looked at Jasper.
"Jasper, help her out a bit," he whispered and Jasper gave him a look.
"Do you have some type of grudge against Emmett," he asked shocked and Edward shook his head.
"Of course not, I just think it would be funny," smiled Edward and Jasper looked at Alice who nodded.
"Don't worry Jazzy, it will be okay," she said and he sent a wave of calm toward Emmett. Emmett fell to the ground and Rosalie pounced on him. He covered his eyes with his hands.
"I don't want to see you kill me angel! Just do it and get it over with!" Rosalie tried to hide her smile as the others busted out laughing. She straddled his waist and watched as he squirmed a little under her. Esme and Carlisle ran into the clearing looking at the spectacle. They just came back from hunting and both were confused. Seth was laughing on the ground, Rosalie had Emmett pinned with Emmett wailing about his angel taking his life and Esme looked at Carlisle.
"She doesn't have the strength to hold him down," she said confused and Carlisle shook his head as he looked at Jasper.
"This is a group effort," he informed and Esme giggled as she saw the others laughing. She walked over to Rosalie and Emmett trying to give a stern look.
"What is going on here," she asked with her hands on her hips and Emmett gasped.
"Mom, help me, she is going to kill me!" Esme couldn't hold in her laughter at his helpless face. She tried to cover her smile but failed and Emmett pushed out his bottom lip.
"You want me to die too? Mom, I thought we had something special! Why does everyone want my angel to kill me?" Carlisle walked over to them and chuckled.
"Emmett, son, do you really think Rosalie would kill you?" Emmett thought for a moment and then smiled as he looked up at his wife.
"Of course not," he said happily and Rosalie stood up and started to pout.
"You just had to point that out to him didn't you dad," she asked and Carlisle gave a sheepish smile before shrugging.
"Sorry to ruin your fun," he chuckled and Emmett hopped up. He looked around and then started laughing as he saw Nahuel up in the tree.
"Nahuel, you wimp, you were afraid of Rosalie," he laughed and Nahuel hopped out of the tree.
"Don't even try it Emmett. A couple of seconds ago you were screaming like a girl!" Everyone but Emmett started laughing again and he pouted. Rosalie kissed his cheek causing him to smile but then she quickly slapped the back of his head.
"What was that for," he asked rubbing the area and she cocked an eyebrow.
"You destroyed my coverall," she reminded him and he gave a charming smile.
"Yea but angel you have to admit it looks pretty good on me," he said suggestively moving his eyebrows and she looked him over. She had the perfect view of his chiseled torso and the shirt didn't cover much at all. She smiled at him and he quickly placed her over his shoulder as she laughed. Their siblings groaned as Emmett took her into the house and up to their room. Jasper looked at Alice.
"Why didn't you see that coming? Why do all of their arguments end up with them heading upstairs," he asked his wife and she giggled.
"Oh Jazzy, you don't need to be able to see the future to have known that was coming," she smiled and looked into his eyes. He pulled her closer staring lovingly back at her and Edward took Bella's hand as he groaned.
"Let's get out of here," he whined and she nodded before walking off the porch with him. They walked over to Renesmee who was consoling her husband.
"Aw, did Aunt Rose really scare you," she teased Nahuel and he nodded.
"If she had Emmett running, then I am pretty sure she can take me," he chuckled and Renesmee laughed as well. Edward smiled at them.
"Would you two like to come over to the cottage," he asked and Renesmee nodded as she walked over to her mother.
"That sounds great dad and you can keep Nahuel company while I spend some time with mom," she smiled and they headed to Edward and Bella's cottage. Esme watched as Seth walked toward the house. He finally regained composure and stopped laughing at the whole scene. Seth smiled at her and Carlisle as he walked closer.
"I think I am going to go see my mom in Forks if that is alright," he asked and Esme giggled.
"Of course sweetheart, did you want to take one of the cars or….."
"I think I'll run," he smiled and Carlisle gave him a look.
"Seth, it might be better if you drive. That way you can take along more clothes and I am sure your mother would like to see you for more than a night." Seth frowned.
"You want me to leave and stay away for a while," he asked hurt and Carlisle quickly shook his head.
"Of course not Seth, that is not what I am saying. I am simply speaking as a parent. I think it would be a nice surprise for Sue and besides," Carlisle pulled out a set of keys, "you can take the Mercedes." Seth's eyes got wide and he grabbed the keys with a smile before hugging them both.
"Cool, I'll be back in a couple of days. I'm going to go pack!" He ran inside and Carlisle chuckled.
"It is so easy to please him," he said as they walked inside but Esme didn't say a word. He looked at her confused but didn't say anything until they got into their room. He watched her as she looked out the window. She saw Seth hurrying to the Mercedes with a bag and excitedly getting in before driving away. Carlisle wrapped his arms around his wife and she leaned against him.
"My love, what is wrong," he asked and she shook her head.
"I am worried about Seth," she confessed and he looked at her confused.
"Why would you be worried about him? He has always been happy with us and is constantly smiling."
"I know but maybe it is because I look at him as one of our children now and I worry about his true happiness. I feel like I felt before Edward met Bella. I worry that Seth will end up unhappy here. Carlisle, how can he ever find true love when he is constantly around us? Are we depriving him by letting him stay here?" Carlisle sat down on the bed and thought for a moment. He knew that Seth was happy with their family but there could be complications. Seth was a werewolf and their kind usually didn't mix well with vampires.
"I think that Seth should stay as long as he wants to. If he one day decides that he has grown tired of this existence then he will leave but it has to be his decision Esme not ours. I too have grown accustomed to Seth and think of him like one of our children and just like with Edward it will take time but I believe that it will work out." He walked over to her and pulled her into his arms.
"Stop worrying so much my love, things always work out if you are patient with them." She smiled and nodded.
"You are right. I just worry about his happiness but he has given me no reason to. I am happy Seth chose to stay with us." He gave her a kiss.
"As am I Esme, now let's focus on us shall we? Seth is gone and everyone else is preoccupied so let's try and enjoy ourselves," he smiled and pulled her closer. She giggled at her husband.
"I am sure you will find a way to keep me preoccupied as well," she smiled and he chuckled before kissing his wife.
Seth sighed happily as he passed the sign welcoming him to Forks. He loved his life and being a werewolf but it would be nice to see his mother as well. His mother, Sue, was married to Chief Charlie Swan which always amused Seth. It meant that Bella was his stepsister and Charlie didn't realize the truly complicated dynamics of their family. Seth saw the cruiser parked out in front of the house and pulled into the driveway. His mother walked outside and smiled when she saw him getting out of the car. She ran over to him and hugged him tightly.
"What a surprise and an amazing surprise at that," she smiled and he kissed her cheek.
"I figured I could stay with you a couple of days if that is alright," he asked and she nodded as she pulled him inside. Charlie grinned as he saw Seth. He walked over and shook his hand.
"Seth, how have you been? How are Bella and Renesmee doing?" Seth nodded as he sat down on the couch.
"Everyone is great Charlie. I just wanted to come see my mom for a couple of days and make sure you are treating her right." Sue blushed.
"Seth," she warned and he chuckled.
"Just kidding mom, so have you seen Leah lately?" Sue shook her head.
"Not since the wedding but she does call me to tell me about the baby. I can't believe she is eight months pregnant." Seth nodded.
"I know Jake is excited too. He is the one that called me to let me know. I can't wait to see the baby. Jake said as soon as they get settled in with the baby, we can come see them." Charlie frowned looking confused.
"So, you haven't seen her since the wedding either," he asked and Seth shook his head.
"I have been busy and so has she plus with the Cullens we just want to make sure we give her the proper space during the pregnancy," he explained and Charlie just looked more confused. Sue placed a hand on Charlie's shoulder.
"Sweetie, how about you go make us some coffee," she asked and Charlie went into the kitchen. She gave Seth a look.
"Careful Seth, you know Charlie still is in the dark for the most part," she warned and he gave a sheepish smile.
"Yea, I almost slipped up but you know why we can't be around Leah right now. The risk of her embracing the werewolf in her around the Cullens is too grave. None of us want to risk her pregnancy." Sue nodded.
"True but you can always visit her and they obviously have you driving in style," she smiled. "It is good to know that they are taking good care of you. I must admit I was a bit worried about you when I found out you were staying with them. The vampire world is still a mystery to me and I know there are dangers." Seth whined.
"Mom, you know the Cullens. They are good people and they take care of me. I dare someone to try to mess with them. Rosalie and Emmett would definitely make sure nothing happened to me and if by the slim chance they got by them the other Cullens would protect me. Plus, you act like I can't protect myself. I am a werewolf, jeez!" She giggled at her son and ran a hand through his hair.
"I know you can but we both know the dangers and you are just one werewolf surrounded by several vampires." He rolled his eyes.
"After all this time, you still don't trust the Cullens?" She nodded.
"I do and I can tell you trust them as well. Leah and Jacob do too and she especially trusts Rosalie. It seems that Rosalie is very protective over you." Seth nodded with a smile.
"She always makes sure I have enough to wear and am taking care of myself. Esme loves to cook for me and her food is so good mom and Emmett and Nahuel play games with me. Edward says he will teach me to play the piano soon and Jasper plays chess with me. Alice makes sure my hair is cut the way she likes and I am dressed the way she wants. Bella and Renesmee are always telling me about music and books that I should look into…"
"It sounds like you are being taken care of and enjoying yourself. What about Dr. Cullen," she asked curiously. Seth looked down and she placed an arm around him.
"Is something wrong," she asked and he shook his head.
"Well…..it's just….I don't want you to be mad." She looked at him confused as he continued. "Carlisle is really nice and he tells me stories about vampires. I really like hanging out with him and at times it's like…..well he reminds me of dad. Is that bad?" She pulled him in for a hug and sighed.
"Oh Seth, of course that isn't bad, I miss your father as well but we all had to move on and live our lives. I know how proud your father is of you and I am as well. You always stick with your instincts and you always should alright?" Seth nodded and smiled.
"Thanks mom and I am glad I get to stay here for a couple of days. I missed you." She kissed his forehead.
"I missed you too son. Let's go see what Charlie is doing and remember to keep the wolf and vampire talk to a minimum." He chuckled and nodded as they walked into the kitchen.