AN: Hello there my little sunflowers! Sorry that it's been a while since I've updated - as per usual, life gets in the way most of the time. For the past couple days I've been working on a couple updates for my story Le Temps Est Bon and I figured that it was about time that I updated this story. I'm thankful for anyone who just started reading this story or who's been here for the long run - your support means the absolute world to me! With that said, I sincerely hope that you enjoy this update! Thanks again!

The sun that filtered into the room the next morning was bright and cheerful, waking me up with a smile. It was wild how quickly things came together and were fine again. I freaked out on Paul for the millionth time, panicked and stressed myself out beyond belief. I was always really, really good at making everything much harder for myself by blowing things out of proportion. Somehow, my mom solved every problem within a short phone call – everything seemed so incredibly clear. For so long I was worried about abandoning my mother, about leaving her just like my Father left. It took calling her to realize that, though she would always welcome me, my mom was still an independent woman. Her adventures and escapades were still something she loved. It was important for me to realize that she never expected me to stay with her for my whole life, she knew how crucial it was that I create my own adventure.

I thought back to my time here in La Push - to the way the pack interacted with each other the other at the bonfire, to the palpable happiness at breakfast the other morning. I wanted that, I wanted that life so badly and I was the only one distancing myself from it. If I made the choice to stay here, I would never have to venture away from the bruised beaches and emerald forest. I would have that home filled with people all the time, with memories and sunshine. Most of all, I would have Paul - the person I met only a matter of days ago but somehow wedged themselves right between my rib cage. I couldn't tell if it was the pull I felt to La Push or the magic surrounding this land but I wanted to stay here. If Paul was willing to put up with me and if Faye would allow me to crash with her for a little longer, then I would stay. Holy shit, I would stay.

A part of me was a little amazed at myself – over a week ago I was basically scolding Faye for moving and hopping into a serious relationship so quickly yet here I am moving across the country for a boy! Well, not just a boy…it was Paul. The thought of him and the broken look on his face as I ran away yesterday made me cringe. After all that he did to open up to me and make himself vulnerable, I still ran away from him. I knew at the time that it wasn't the right thing to do but I couldn't help it – I panicked. Today I would tell him that I've decided to stay in La Push and that I wanted to give us a real shot.

I sat up in bed and surveyed the room, smiling at my scattered belongings. Florida was my home but this was beginning to feel like home. I stood up and threw on jeans and a t-shirt before thumping downstairs, freezing when I saw Paul sitting at the dining room table in a serious discussion with Jacob. Of course, with their wolfy super hearing and all that, Paul's head snapped up and his eyes met mine effortlessly. He shot me a hearty smile before turning to Jacob and continuing the conversation. Wait, wasn't he mad at me?

"Uh, morning?" I said with a small wave, confused at the jovial atmosphere.

"Morning, Ros. I put some coffee on if you want any!" Jacob replied with an easy smile.

"Thanks." I murmured. "Is Faye around?"

"Still sleeping as usual!" He said with a laugh, shaking his head. "That girl of mine can sleep through a tornado!"

"Faye doesn't sleep, she hibernates." I joked, heading over to the coffee pot and grabbing a mug.

I smiled fondly, pouring myself a mug of hot, black go go juice. Though it had been proven time and time again, I was glad to see that Faye was still her authentic self. Jacob accepted who she was whole-heartedly and never made any attempt at trying to change her - they were made for each other and it was so obvious.

I added a scoop of sugar to my coffee, feeling Paul's heated gaze on me. I turned around to take a seat at the table but found only Paul remaining - Jacob had disappeared. I placed myself at the table and cupped the warm mug with both hands, shifting in my seat.

"Can I talk to you?" I stated.

"We need to talk." He said at the same time.

We both paused and then chucked to ourselves. Paul smiled and my heart fluttered – I don't think that I would ever be able to get over how unfairly handsome he was.

"Ladies first?" He questioned, motioning to me with his large had.

"Paul, I'm sorry for everything. Yesterday I just…I panicked. My whole life I was afraid of love, I was afraid to let someone in and prove everything that I knew wrong. You did that and I thought I was okay with it but then I was faced with leaving my mom or staying here and I didn't know what to do. My mom has been by my side since day one and everything that she's done, she did for me. I know that you're right; I know that eventually I'm going to have to leave and make a life for myself but it just felt so wrong. I almost feel like I'm betraying her." I paused, looking down at my hands. "But, at the same time, it felt so right."

"Roslynn, I didn't say those things yesterday to force you into something that you weren't ready for. I only want to see you happy and cared for – that's what is important to me. Listen, I was told about imprinting since I first phased and I've had time to acclimate myself to the idea. I saw Sam, Jared, Quil and Jacob all imprint and get married within months – it just seemed so easy. I knew that every situation was completely different but I also wanted to start my life with you as soon as possible. I was selfish and didn't realize that my life with you started from the moment I first looked into your eyes. I was being greedy and that only hurt you…that's why, if you'll let me, I'd like to come to Florida with you." He finished seriously.

I stared at him wide-eyed, not believing what I was hearing.

"W-what? Is that even possible?" I breathed.

"That's what I was talking to Jacob about. Ros, I can't imagine a life with you on the other side of the country – it's too painful. Jacob and I worked something out with the pack so that I could leave every couple of weeks to visit you. It'll be hard, but it's better than nothing!" He said with a soft smile.

I stared at him in awe, taken back by everything he just told me. Paul was willing to sacrifice his time to come and visit me in Florida? Not only that, but that pack was willing to work harder to make sure that Paul and I were together. The idea astounded me; the love that Paul and the pack demonstrated could have knocked me off of my feet. I collected myself and smiled brightly at Paul.

"Well, that's actually why I wanted to talk to you. After I freaked out yesterday, I talked to Faye and ended up calling my mom. I thought that she would have been miserable in Florida without me but she actually was spending time with her friends and signing up for art classes – she seemed so free. I've only been gone for a couple days but I think having time to herself made her prioritize her own happiness. She even assumed that I was planning on moving here with Faye." I laughed and shook my head. "I knew that I couldn't live my life for my mom, I had to live it for me but hearing how genuinely happy she was just made everything seem okay. Paul, the moment I stepped off the plane and crossed into La Push, I felt like I was home. I was drawn to the scenery, to the simplicity and then to you. I could never as you or the pack to make any changes on my behalf and that's why…"

I paused and reached my hands over to Paul's, giving him a smile.

"If it's at all possible, I want to stay in La Push." I stated.

Paul's eyes widened, staring at me dumbfounded. He stood up slowly, walked around the table and pulled me up out of my chair, embracing me tightly.

"Holy shit…" He whispered, relieved. "You have no idea how happy you just made me." He said before kissing every inch of my face. I erupted into delighted giggles and blushed, shaking my head.

"Are you sure that this is what you want, Roslynn? I'd do anything for you and your happiness, you know."

I nodded and smiled.

"Paul, I want to be here. I want to live this adventure with you and with Faye and the whole pack. I feel like I have a whole family again." I said softly, remembering the other morning in the kitchen.

Paul then scooped me up and spun me in a circle, earning a happy shriek from me.

"Is everything okay?"

Paul set me down and I turned to face Faye who was standing at the foot of the stairs with a bright smile on her face.

"Everything is perfect." Paul replied, his hand seeking my own.

I smiled sheepishly and took a step towards Faye.

"Um, Faye? I was wondering if I could-"

"Stay forever and ever?" She finished, now visibly bouncing from one foot to the other.

"Well, yeah, that exactly." I said with a short laugh.

Faye bounded over, closing the distance, and wrapped her arms around Paul and me.

"Of course you can! You know that you're always welcome here!" She said excitedly. "I've missed you so much and I would absolutely love to have you here with me! It gets a little crazy with all these wolves around." She joked.

"Oh, you love that craziness and you know it."

We broke apart briefly to see Jacob enter the room, a knowing smile on his face.

"No extra patrol for anyone I'm guessing?" He said confidently.

"No, no extra patrol for anyone. Roslynn has decided to stay here, so my ass is staying put." Paul confirmed.

Jacob then crossed the room with a few giant steps and enveloped the three of us in another group hug, causing all of us to break out in laughter. The hug broke apart and my hand found Paul's easily.

"I'm so fucking glad when things just go right." He hummed, kissing Faye on the forehead.

I looked up at Paul with a smile, earning an adoring one from him back.

"Me too." I whispered, reaching up to kiss him softly.

AN: Voila! The end of another chapter! I really, really love this story so much and I loved working on it. With this chapter ending on such a great note, I'm conflicted on continuing with the story or not. I think that this chapter was a good closer but I also feel like I need more time with the story! It's a tough decision so we'll see what happens! With that said, I've decided to do a Jacob and Faye background story as well as delve into what happened with Rachel! I have a lot of ideas swirling around in this head of mine! If you liked this chapter or want to see the story continue, please let me know! I appreciate all of you for sticking around! Thank you so much and have a great day! :D