Hey. This chapter will be a little bit of both Jake and Bella POV. Ok, so on with the story.

I do not own Twilight and never will.

Jake POV

It was the greatest day in my life so far. We were all gathered at my house after Bella turned up with her new buy. I must admit I was impressed with her. Not in a million years I would have thought that she would let me drive it. Fuck it, I thought I would have never get so lucky.

But that was nothing. The way she looked at me in that car before we made our way back. Oh boy,
I nearly lost it right then and there. The constant hard on I had whenever Bella was near was painful. I kept telling myself over and over, all for those who wait.

The drive was something else entirely. To say, that I could not wait to get straight to the privacy of the bathroom when we got back to mine, would be an understatement. The tent was big enough for the pack to notice and tease me about it later.

She was so sexy...

Well of course I would rather have my Bells to take care of me but I had to wait none the less, I kept telling myself that. I was very patient in my waiting game.

Then she snuggled up to me while we were watching the film. The way she fit in my arm was like she was carved out of my body.

I took a full advantage of her sleeping state and hugged her closer to me. I could not help my wandering fingers, I had to run them through her silky hair. Something I wanted to do for a long time. I would kiss the top of her head now and again.

She didn't even wake up for the ride home so I had to drive and then carry her back home. Charlie wasn't even surprised at seeing his daughter in my arms, fast asleep.

"Is that all right Chief if I return that Sleeping Beauty back to her chamber," I whispered jokingly.

"Ha, good one Jake, but where is the beast?" he answered and patted me on my back. If you only knew, I chuckled mentally.

"Did you kids had fun?" he started again, though I might be older than Bella, I was always a 'kid' to Charlie and I didn't mind, he was like a second father to me, "I'm not surprised that she passed out on you. The ride to Seattle and all the excitement worn her out."

"Yep, she even let me drive this baby," I answered with a silly grin. Charlie just looked at me, his eyes had a look that said: 'good for you kid.'

I slowly made my way upstairs. I tried my best not to jostle her. Bella only stirred slightly in my arms and moaned quietly. I knew she was talking in her sleep. I carefully opened the door to her bedroom and shifted Bella in my arms so I could move the covers back. I laid her down gently and put the blankets around her.

I only took her snickers and socks off. I knew she hated to sleep with her socks on. I knew that was about all I could get away with for now. Bella would skin me alive if I would undress her any more. Yeah, I wanted to live a bit longer, to maybe see her undressing for me, lying under me naked...

Shut it you moron! She is still hurting. Get your horny ass out of here. I was screaming at myself mentally, again.

I was about to leave her when Bella grabbed my hand and started talking to me.

"No, don't go Jake. My Jacob," she mumbled. I though she's woken up but she hasn't. She was dreaming and I was there with her.

I kneeled on the floor beside her bed and tucked a stray hair behind her ear. While I caressed her cheek she leaned into my touch unconsciously. It made me smile and gave me a hope.

"Sleep well my Bella. That's right, I'm yours and nothing will ever change it. I love you," it felt wonderful to be saying those three words to her out loud, though she would not hear them. Not yet, she was not ready for that.

I sweetly kissed her forehead and I could swear that a content smile was playing on her face. With that I left her bedroom and said 'good night' to Charlie.

I run a little while as a human until I reached the trees behind Bella's house. I quickly stripped and phased. I was met with Paul and Jared who were due to patrol Swan's house and Forks area.

I was communicating my orders for tonight, until a particular mental image was projected at me, involuntary I'm sure, by Paul. Werewolf my ass but I had a sudden old Bella moment and forgot my footing as I tripped over a fallen log. I was laughing so hard that I was rolling on the forest floor like a puppy who just got its treat.

I managed to eventually calm down enough to get up and speak.

I'm sorry man, I could not help it. Your faces were priceless, I was still laughing which sounded like a cough-bark in my wolf form.

Yeah tell me about it mighty Alpha, you were close to green yourself, Paul said to me with amusement.

Well, I would call it blue. If someone will ever die from a constant blue balls it will be Jake, Jared, always a smart-ass.

But I give you that, you picked a hell of a chick. I used to hate her but I'm glad she runs with us now. At least we have the big Vamp mafia out of out heads, Paul again.

Yep. Ok guys. I'm heading home to get some sleep. Colin and Brady will let you off at four in the morning. Seth and Leah are covering La Push, then Embry and Quil will let them off. Sam is watching over Blackwood's house. The twins Jack and Ian are about to phase. So that's all. See you guys later.

When I finished talking I was nearly at my doorstep. I quickly phased and just jumped through my window into my room. I passed out immediately dreaming about my Queen.

The next morning I dragged myself out of bed at six o'clock. I hopped in the shower and went to relieve Sam. I wanted to keep an eye at the boys. At sixteen that would make them the youngest werewolves and I didn't want Jack and Ian to be alone and freak out more than necessary.

I don't know what time it was but it had to be a late morning when very concerned voices of Brady and Collin reached my mind.

What's up guys? they were a little younger than me, both nineteen, but were fairly experienced. I could trust them with Bella.

I could sense their discomfort.

What happened? Spill, I commanded them.

Well, Leah went to visit Bella and we didn't notice it at first. We were at the outer perimeter. When we rounded Bella's house again Collin saw them getting into Bella's new truck and we run straight here, Brady recalled the events.

What? Fuck, this isn't happening, Leah hated Bella and for all I knew she was hauling her over the coals somewhere. They took the car which meant no way of following them. I could only wait. Few minutes later I could feel Seth phasing.

Ok, maybe I was a little melodramatic but given Leah's record everything was possible.

Err, boss, I have something to tell you, he started.

I already know, I know.

Eventually I took Embry and Quil to patrol near Bella's house. Well they were patrolling, I was sulking like a lost puppy.

Finally later in the afternoon I could hear a soft purr of Bella's new truck.

I told my friends to phase and we walked slowly to the front porch of the house. We were just in time as the girls were getting out of the car, their hand full of shopping, giggling and joking.

Wait a minute, they were giggling?

Leah was giggling.

I bet that my expression was mirroring the one of Quil and Embry.

Leah stopped dead in her tracks. I followed her gaze. Uh, Embry man, you got it bad. Though poor boy had a crush on her even before phasing. Bella snorted at our faces no doubt and was sporting an amused smirk. She knew the legends enough to know what has just happened. I wondered if she knew that I was looking at her the same way.

"Oh yeah, right, I'm coming Bella," Leah blushed and followed Bella into the house.

"Yeah, right, exactly," my angel said, "hey guys, what do we owe the pleasure?" she asked us, still enjoying our expressions.

"Hi Bells, that is surely a surprise," I said. I didn't know which surprised me more. I went with Leah and Bella as best friends. "Oh, let me take those. Guys!" I shouted in the direction of Embry and Quil.

"No, it's ok, I got that, but there is a lot more in the car. Please be a star and get them for us,"
she batted her eyelashes at me when she asked. Wait was Bella really flirting with me?

I went to the car to get the shopping. How many freaking bags does two girls need. Wait what was that? Holy shit. Bella just bought some lingerie. I hope it was for me though. I had to rearrange myself before I showed my face in the house though.

"Jeez girl, how many more bags can you pack in that car? Charlie will have to buy another house to fit all that stuff," Quil huffed.

"Don't be so melodramatic, girls have their needs," Bells rolled her eyes and high fived Leah. Ok who are you and what have you done with a pack resident bitch?

"Yeah, definitely, especially those," I tossed one of Victoria's Secret bag at my Queen and winked.
She blushed a deep red and I could hear her heart beat kick up a few notches. Ah so I affected her to. Good. I will have to do it more often then.

Then Bella ordered us to sit in the living room where we were soon joined by Charlie. Leah and her made a divine meal and we were literally inhaling it when she served it.

I was chatting with Charlie and Quil about one of the recent games, but I was doing it for show.
I kept looking at Bella without being to obvious but she caught me few times. If you only knew Bells. You will, soon...

After the meal Charlie retired in front of the telly again.

"Ok boys, out. Bella, you and I have a lot of work to do," Leah started.

"What, no you stole her away for whole day. You have no idea how what a scare you gave me when I didn't see her car in the driveway. Thank God Seth has told me about your visit," I know, I was whining like a hurt puppy. I gave Leah a pointed look. Luckily Bella didn't notice.

"Down boy, you will have her soon enough, now shoo," and she shoved us out the door, "mission accomplished," I could still hear her from behind the closed door.

I felt immediately empty leaving Bella behind. We went into the forest again and phased. Few minutes later I spotted Leah jumping out of Bella's window. We all turned to give her some privacy and soon we were joined by her mind.

So, care to explained yourself? I was very annoyed and relieved at the same time.

Jeez, take a chill pill or something. Ok enjoy, and she replayed some of the events of the day including glimpses of Victoria's Secret changing room.

Damn, she's hot, was Quil. I swear if that boy wont let go I will neuter him myself.

Hey, I was just admiring, no harm done.

I'm telling you Jake, she might not know it yet but she is falling for you hard and fast. You didn't smell the car every time your name was mentioned and she replayed that memory. Damn I nearly jumped her myself, I so didn't need that mental image but I could smell her sweet scent.

Oh great, now we will have to endure even more Bella fantasies. Seriously I might go and ask her myself to just get layed with you already, Quil was whining. I didn't blame him at all. I was suffering from a constant sexual frustration and the pack was in it too.

Sorry, I said.

Later, she said to Embry. The intensity of their gaze was unbelievable. I was glad for Leah, she deserved to be happy.

Thanks.

No problem, any time.

Ok, you can go back to La Push, I will be on Bella duty tonight, with that she darted back towards my Bells.

Bella POV.

Next few days I spent much the same. The difference was that I wasn't seeing much of Jake and I didn't like it. To be honest I've only seen a glimpse of his brown fur when he was patrolling. That was all. We talked on the phone instead.

I spend all the time with Leah getting to know each other better. We realized that behind the walls we both built around ourselves were completely different, better persons.

I liked a new me. I wasn't all that different but I saw everything in a new perspective and learned from the past mistakes. I especially liked my new found confidence and fighting off my stupid phobias. I definitely started to take some people off the pedestals they were on.

It was Friday today and Leah was excited about the bonfire. It was a traditional bonfire to greet the summer. It was like a club on the beach.

Leah already bribed my dad so I was staying at the Clearwater's for all weekend. Charlie would be away with Billy for a long fishing trip anyway. Well that was a cover story anyway.

Leah would be with Embry and I would be at Jake's. I must admit that the thought of it was sending fire into my lower body, but I was not that kind of girl to go straight for sex when I wasn't sure where I was yet with my feelings. I knew that Jacob would respect that.

We were in my room packing for the weekend. The warm summer breeze was coming through the open window. I could smell the forest. It reminded me of Jake.

"You know I cannot believe how stupid I used to be," I started, when Leah interrupted.

"Yeah, me neither," she stuck her tongue at me. I rolled my eyes.

"Whatever. Like I was saying. All that time I thought that going shopping equaled shoving splinters under my nails. I had so much fun doing it," I sighed in contentment, "we have to go again soon."

"I told you. You don't have to turn fashionista or shopaholic over night now, but shopping could be fun," Leah answered me.

"Yeah. I also realized that I never cared about my appearance before. Well I know I am plain and average but that doesn't mean I have to look like that."

"Silly Bella, you are far from plain," I rolled my eyes yet again, "say what you want. I could list many who think you are hot, one in particular," she wiggled her eyebrows at me. My heart skipped a bit. Would it be Jake?

"Erm, who?" I tried to sound indifferent but failed miserably.

"Oh no, you won't get it so easily my dear. So spill. I know that your better self has something to do with a certain werewolf," Leah quirked her eyebrow at me and I blushed.

"Ok. You remember how I was before," she only nodded. She saw my zombie stage in others minds, "Jake was always there for me. He was always there..." I trailed off.

I went back to La Push when I was about four and Jake was six. I remembered I was so jealous of him and the boys riding the bicycles that I wanted to learn too.

I took Jake's bike when nobody was watching and in true Bella fashion I crashed it into my future truck. With bloody elbow and both knees I ran to the First Beach ashamed crying my eyes out.

Jake of course found me there. He took me home and washed my wounds.

I remember Sarah, his mom watching us. She smiled at me and Jake. When I told Jacob what happened he kissed my forehead and swore on his honor to teach me how to ride a bicycle. True enough by the evening I could do it.

That was my first memory of him. All the others were equally warm.

"Earth to Bella," I realized that Leah was waving her hand in front of my face, "I've been talking to you for the past three minutes," she sounded a bit annoyed.

"Sorry I spaced out a bit. I was remembering me summers here with Jake," I explained myself when I looked into Leah's expectant face. "All right. It's Jacob. It's all for him. No It's all for me but he is the main reason why I want to change for the better," I was resembling a beetroot twin sister now.

"Please continue," she said.

"You won't let it go, will you?" I tried.

"Nope," Leah popped the 'p'.

"You know he is like a sunshine on my darkest day. I would have died without him. All that time I thought he was my best friend. But I don't even know when my feeling for him began to change.

"First I didn't realized that, but when I was away from him I felt empty and cold. I'm falling Leah, I'm falling in love with my best friend and there is nothing there that could stop it." I covered my face with my hands.

"Why would you want to stop it?" she asked surprised.

"Because I had my heart ripped out of me once. I would surely die the second time. What if Jake imprints? There would be nobody to pick the pieces up after that," I started shaking and seconds later I was crying in Leah's arms.

"Shh, everything will be all right. That man is head over heals for you. He loves you more that you know but he is waiting for you. Jacob would never push you. Your happiness is what counts for him even if it means that he is miserable," Leah was explaining it to me. I immediately stiffened. All the pieces of the puzzle were coming closer together forming a picture in my mind.

The look of a total love and devotion every time he looked at me.

The pull I was feeling all the time.

The growing love that was burning now in my heart for Jake.

The physical pain when I was away from him, even though he was only in La Push.

The way he always seemed to know what I needed.

The way he always was making me happy.

How could I be so blind not to notice? Oh yeah, I was Edward blind.

I started to hyperventilate now. Could I really be that lucky? But why on earth he didn't tell me?

I could feel a sting on my cheek.

"Huh?" I turned to look at Leah after she slapped me.

"Fuck, you've got me scared. I though you were loosing it or something. Sorry for the slap, nothing was working," she said it all on one breath.

"Leah tell me something and God help me if you'll lie to me. Did Jake imprinted on me?" she didn't say nothing but her face said it all. Stupid alpha orders. I cried for a second time today, only now they were tears of joy. Leah wanted to comfort me again but I stopped her.

"No I'm fine, really. I'm happy. I only wish he have told me about it," I started.

"Believe me, he had his reasons," Leah answered me.

"Yeah and sure as hell he will spill them all tonight," I laughed and we begun to get ready for tonight.

Three hours later and my hair was nicely curled and put up into a cute but messy updo. I had a very minimal, natural looking make up which made my face look like it was glowing. Or maybe it was love. Anyway, I looked positively pretty.

Leah helped me choose an outfit. In the end I decided to wear midnight blue skinny jeans and a gray v-neck top with a floral print. It even had some sequins on it. The top was a loose fit so one side was always slipping down my shoulder. It was really annoying. Every time I got it up it would slip right down revealing my black lace bra strap.

"Stop it!" Leah screeched.

"Stop what?" I answered her in the same manner.

"Leave your top alone. It looks sexy that way," she just said.

"Sexy huh, and how do you know?" I was curious.

"Trust me, I was in boys' minds enough to know what they like. Show them a little bit of flesh but always not enough and they go bonkers," she wiggled her eyebrows at me.

She was wearing very carefully ripped jeans that hugged her figure perfectly. Then she threw a tight white tank top and a blue checked shirt which she tied around her waist. It all hitched a little showing a bit of her belly and all the colors complimented her russet skin. We both topped our outfits with a fancy flip flops. They would be coming off anyway since we were going to the beach. I had a little blazer with me just in case. I still got cold though the additional venom in my veins made the weather more bearable for me.

"Ok, whatever," but then she must have known what she was talking about. She was right in their heads after all.

"All right, let's go, we don't want to be late. Do you mind getting the drinks while I get the food?"

"Sure, no problem Bella," with that we descended the stairs.

Leah grabbed two trays of cans of soda and one of beers. Thank heavens for a werewolf super strength she could carry it. I got cooler full of pre-marinaded steaks in one hand and burgers in other. I knew how much those boys could eat and drink. I wanted to help a bit and surprise Sam who would be in charge of the BBQ as always.

On the way to First Beach the butterflies in my stomach were having a war against my insides.

I knew I wasn't quite ready to jump into anything serious with Jake yet but I was so happy that in the end it would be just me and him forever.

It was only six in the evening and the bonfire was due to start at eight but Leah and I wanted to help beforehand. Plus we both wanted to see a certain werewolves of our interest. I could tell that Leah had the problems with her own butterflies.

"So how does it feel to be free again?" I asked her when we entered La Push.

"It's the best feeling. Though I still love Sam, a part of me will always belong to him and no imprinting or any hocus pocus can ever erase that, I don't feel bitter that a part of him will forever belong to Emily. I know that a part of him still holds me dear in his heart.

"He can finally forgive himself that he hurt me, however unintentional that was. We can be true friends and I have my cousin back too," her eyes were full of unshed tears.

"Oh Leah, I'm so happy for you. Yeah, I can say the same. I do feel free. So stop now, you will ruin your make up. I thought that werewolves suppose to be tough," I teased her and she stuck her tongue at me again.

When we got there I parked on the beach near Jake's Rabbit. I wanted to sound the horn but Leah was way quicker and whistled very loud.

"Bloody hell, I need my ear drums!" I shouted at her and she just shrugged her shoulders.

On the cue Jake, Embry, Quil and Seth came towards us. Did I say that they were wearing shirts for once and looking yummy? Jacob definitely was. I licked my lips at the sight before me.

Jake stopped in front of me and his eyes were raking over my body, though he tried to be discreet about it. I decided to put a new me into work.

"Like what you see Mr Black?" I asked coyly and put my hand on my hip. Jake swallowed audibly.

"Yes, as a matter of fact I do," he recovered quickly.

The other boys took the contents of the trunk to the beach. Leah was walking hand in hand with Embry. That left me alone with Jake.

I was staring into his eyes and I swear I could see straight into his soul. And it was a beautiful sight. The amount of love was overwhelming. I knew he was always in love with me but the imprinting just made it final. It made him mine. I knew my broken heart was safe with him.

I took few steps to close the distance between us and took his hand in mine. I put it where my heart is.

"I know everything. This is yours if you still have me. Sorry that I have been slow, I guess I didn't want to see the obvious, will you forgive me?" I asked Jacob.

"Oh Bells..." he whispered and did something I secretly wanted for a long time now.

He kissed me with so much passion and love that my knees buckled under me but his strong arms were around me. He held me close and I wrapped my legs around his waist. I snaked one of my arms around his neck and fisted my hand in his hair. The other was exploring his back. His hands were leaving a trail of fire all over my body.

Jake's lips were so soft and sweet. He just tasted like home. I gave into what my body and soul wanted and traced his bottom lip with my tongue. I could hear his breath hitch and his heart picked up a pace. He granted me the access and soon our tongues were engaged into a dance of love, lust and want. His strong arms were holding me so close that at that moment I felt like a part of him.

After few minutes we had to brake for air. Jake was kissing his way my jaw down to my neck and up to my ear. A moan escaped my lips at the sensation. I've never been kissed like that before. Whoa, comparing it to Edward it was like I've never been kissed at all.

"I love you Jake," I whispered into his ear.

"You have no idea ho happy you just made me Bells. I love you so damn much," he cupped my face in both of his hands and we rested our foreheads together. I could stay like that forever.

"Ok, let's go. As much as I don't want to move from that spot, they will wonder where we are," Jake broke the silence first.

"Sure sure, but before we go can I ask you one question?" I started.

"Of course, you can ask me anything," he said and took my hand in his.

"Why didn't you tell about imprinting? You know I'm not exactly a pro at guessing fast," I was so curious now.

"You know I love you. Hell, I was in love with you since I was ten I think. I didn't tell you about the imprint because I wanted you to fall in love with me. Me. I didn't want you to feel obligated to love me because of some sort of werewolf mojo. I hope you can forgive me," he finished.

"Oh Jake, what have I done to deserve a man like you?" I threw myself at him and Jacob spun me around in a bear hug.

I knew that I wasn't out in the clear yet. My feelings for Edward didn't just disappear. Hell, I knew that a part of me will always be his and I hated it.

What I knew that the bigger and better part of me would always belong to my Jacob. If I think of it, it always did.

A/N

So what do you think?

So from now on the romance will progress the way it should have been.

I know that I've been slacking on all the other stories. I did not abandon them. This one just speaks to me the loudest, that's all. So I'm digging it while it's hot, lol.

As to the Blackwood twins I thought that I will give some anonymous wolves their names. In BD Stephenie said there was 17 with Jake.

I have some surprises on the way, I hope you will like them.

So now give me some love.