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Jake pressed his warm cheek against the top of my hair.

If I turned my face to the side-if I pressed my lips against his bare shoulder . . . I knew without any doubt what would follow. It would be very easy. There would be no need for explanations tonight.

But could I do it? Could I betray my absent heart to save my pathetic life?

Butterflies assaulted my stomach as I thought about turning my head.

I thought about Jake, and how much I needed him. I knew if… he was still here, he would want me to be happy.

So, slowly, I turned my head into his chest, pressing my lips into his shoulder.

I kissed his shoulder for a second, before pulling back. I looked into his dark eyes, which were filled with pure shock and happiness. He slowly dropped his head, where his lips were only inches from mine, "Bella?"

I leaned my head up, pressing my lips against his, he kissed me back, soft at first, but more passionate after a second.

Jacob stopped me, "Bella?"

I nodded, "Charlie won't be home for awhile, I think we should go in and talk."

Jacob followed me into the house and I sat down on the couch, biting my lip. Was this really happening? I just kissed Jacob Black, my best friend. I know I needed to move past Edward, and Jacob was healing me faster than I imagined. I shook my head trying to clear my thoughts.

Jacob sat down next to me, a worried look etched on his face. I took a deep breath and took his hand in both my own.

"Jacob. We both know how damaged I am, but you're healing me, making me happy and normal again. I need you, and you know that. I also know how you feel about me. I want to make you happy Jake, and I want to be happy. I know this is sudden, but I want to give us a chance, because I think I feel more than just friendship with you. It's just going to take time." I avoided his eyes the whole time, just playing with his fingers, trying to keep my courage up.

Once I finished, I just sat there, waiting for Jacob's response, hoping I hadn't screwed everything up.

Jacob cleared his throat and tilted my head up to meet his eyes, and what I saw in them knocked the breath out of me. Instead of seeing the pain and bitterness I was used to, I saw happiness and love in his eyes.

"Bella, you don't know how happy I am to hear you say that. I want to be more than just friends so much, and I'm completely willing to give you the time you need. Whatever you want and need Bells, you've got it." Jacob smiled at me and caressed my face.

I nodded and smiled lightly back at him, "I care a lot about you Jacob, I just need time to get used to a new relationship. Are you sure that's okay?" I bit my lip and tried to avoid his gaze, but he lowered his head to look into my eyes.

"I'm 100% positive that it's okay. We can take this really slow, just be best friends, and let things happen." Jacob smiled my smile at me, all the bitterness cleared away from his face.

All I could do is smile back at him, "You're the best Jacob."

Jacob winked at me, "I know." I rolled my eyes and lightly smacked him in the shoulder.

"Dork." I stuck my tongue out at him.

Jacob leaned towards me, his expression suddenly very serious, he stopped about an inch away from my face, his eyes darting towards my lips.

"Is it okay if I kiss you Bells?" Jacob's eyes met mine, and I could see the shyness and insecurity in his gaze.

I nodded lightly and he leaned forward and his lips lightly touched mine. My eyes closed and the electric shock I felt when kissing him was amazing, his lips were warm and soft moving against mine in ways I was unfamiliar with. His hand moved to my hair and pressed me closer to him, and his tongue traced my bottom lip, begging for entrance. My lips parted, and his tongue slid in my mouth, caressing mine, kissing me in ways that I would've never imagined.

When breathing became an issue, we both pulled back, panting. Jacob just looked at me, amazement in his eyes.

My hand automatically reached up to touch my now swollen lips. All I could do was stare at him in wonder and amazement.

"Wow Jake… That was… Just wow." I felt the blush stain my cheeks, which made Jacob smile triumphantly.

"Yeah, that was amazing Bells." Jacob brushed my hair back from my face and smiled at me, and leaned in to kiss my lips softly again.

I could've never imagined the feelings that were running through my body right now. My body felt like a live wire, all my senses were on complete alert. Jacob's smell invaded my nose, and it just smelled natural to me, like home.

Maybe giving Jacob a chance was a really good idea. Of course, I still had my insecurities, but Jacob was healing me. In time, I know I will be okay again, as long as I have Jacob here to help me.

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