Time for changes

[Jacob Black]

-Nessie had gone to find Edward and Bella, so Jake headed to the Cullens. It was Nessie's birthdayand Alice, being Alice had arranged a party. Nessie was stunningly beautiful, feelings Jake had not felt before were raising up. He knew this was coming, it just felt like it was sudden. He had gone from brother, protector to friend. Now his feelings for her ran deeper, more urgent. Getting to the Cullens he decided to wait outside for Nessie, Jake was nervous about his gift for her.

Seeing Nessie approach, his instant reaction was to hold out a hand to her. It felt right when they was touching, skin to skin contact felt normal. Taking her hand in his, his body ran several degrees hotter than normal. He had been getting that reaction to her touch for a few weeks now.-

[Nessa]

-she gave his hand a gentle squeeze and looked up at him. He was so much taller than she was, dwarfing her tiny frame whenever they were near. She, apparently, took after her aunt Alice in many, many ways. Eccentric, silly, and quick.- Thank you. -she said softly as her fingers linked with his- Mom and dad shouldn't be much longer.

-looked across the yard and pointed- See? There they are!

[Bella Cullen]

Ten minutes later, they were on their way to the party. Dressed in her black dress that extenuated her curves, he had his black slacks with a grey tee shirt. Alice would have her head had she worn her jeans like she wanted. But tonight was a special occasion. Renesmee's sixteenth birthday. And Bella's fourth vampire birthday.

They arrived hand in hand and greeted the family. Bella wrapped her arms around Nessie and smiled. "Happy Birthday, Butterfly." Kissing her forehead, and looking into her eyes with a smile. She turned to Jacob and extended her arms to him for a hug. "Jacob..." She said as she gave him a hug. Edward's face said he knew exactly what Jacob was thinking and it worried her. But it couldn't be bad...otherwise Edward would have killed him. Or tried to.

"You look so beautiful..." She said as she looked back at Renesmee. The whole family stood around with smiles, and friends from her high school. Some of the wolves were even in attendance. Alice chimed in with her sing songy voice. "Let's get this party started!"

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[Jacob Black]

-As Bella and Edward walked in, Jake was so nervous about his present, it was all that he could thnk of. So of course Edward knew already through his mind reading, seeing Edwards face he relaxed a little. "Later Edward, first enjoy the party then you, Bella and i can talk." Enjoy the party first talk later, hugging Bella as she leaned in. Nodding to Edward.

Alice was all bouncy and hyped up, the usual at a gathering. Everything was over the top, just as Alice liked it. Nessie was also like Alice in that way, very girlie and liked things to be extreme. Smiling as Nessie was talking to everyone, fully enjoying her birthday. She kept a firm hold on Jakes hand, moments like these Jake was at his happiest. He had some of his family attending, all of his pack, his best friend and more imortantly was the one who was by his side. His Nessie, with her she brought so much joy, not just him but everyone she met.-

Nessie darling, i have to speak to Seth and Leah. I will just be over there.

[Nessa]

-she looked up at Jake again, her hands tightening in his. She had learned how to transfer her thoughts more clearly now, and she did so now-

-nervousness, excitement, joy from being with her family and friends. Hearing Jake say he was going to see Seth and Leah, she frowned but quickly hid it and let go of his hand- Okay. Tell them I said hello. -stood on her tiptoes and placed a gentle kiss on his cheek before blushing like mad and going to stand beside her mama-

[Jacob Black]

-Smiling as Nessie kissed his cheek, this relationship was becoming more obvious. Everyone must be noticing the changes by now.-

I will tell them, i'm sure they will see you personally at some point.

-Heading over to Leah and Seth, Jake was hoping Leah could keep her mouth shut throughout this party.- Leah, Seth... i maybe leaving tomorrow for Seattle, depending on the outcome of my talk with Bella and Edward. I will be leaving in the morning, so i will call from Seattle. Leah i will have my phone at all times, but this is a call if it's a emergancy thing, Okay?

-As things were settled with Leah and Seth, he looked for Nessie. She was standing with Bella, Nessie was playing with her fingers. She looked as though she was nervous, silently approaching behind her, Jake slid his fingers to entwine them both together. She squeezed them tighter without looking over at him, their bond was stronger than even Jacob realised.-

[Nessa]

-their fingers fit together perfectly, and as soon as she felt his warm skin on her slightly cooler skin, she immediately relaxed.- How'd it go? -she whispered while smiling at the multiple party bystanders. Leave it to Alice to invite more people than she could count on both hands and feet.... twice.-

There's so many people here, Jake. -she didn't like being around too many people at once; she hadn't mentioned it to anyone, but she had gotten to where she could pick up on emotions, as well as the occasional thought. Jake, just as he was with Alice, made everything go blissfully silent.-

-Alice called from the dining room- IT'S ALMOST TIME FOR CAKE!!! -she raised a brow and gave her aunt a droll stare. Cake..... for a houseful of vampires. Riiiiiight.- I'll only have some if you do, Aunt Alice! -she grinned at her, squeezed Jake's hand tighter and laughed-

[Bella Cullen]

Edward had given Renesmee a small gift box to open while Jacob spoke to his pack. Her ears picked up the conversation and she secretly wondered what was going on about Seattle...Edward obviously knew what it was that he wanted, and his calmness made her stay a bit calm. Seeing Nessie's hand slide into Jake's made her smile. Her daughter looked happy...seemed happy. They weren't officially dating but she could tell the chemistry was there. And the way that Jacob looked at her...like she was the only thing that mattered.

"This is from us...Rosalie insisted you'd like it."Bella said as she began to open the box. By the look on her face she loved it. Edward clasped the bracelet in place and she applied the earrings.

"Beautiful...as I knew it would be on you." Giving her mother a hug, watching as she turned to hug Edward, Bella turned to Jacob as most of the guest followed Alice for cake. "So, Jacob...let's get on with it...what is it you need to speak to us about?

[Jacob Black]

-Taking in a deep breath, here goes nothing. Facing both Bella and Edward.-

I think you can all tell that Nessie and myself..... Well the bond is getting stronger, on both parts. I want to give Nessie a present, one i can't wrap. -Oh... Jake stop babbling spit it out just tell them. Explain why, they will understand.- Well i want to take Nessie to Seattle, for a few days. Alone, so we can have quality time. Time to truly get to know each other, understand what it is we can be. I want to show her, that i can look after her, care for her and be a gentleman. Also spoil her rotten in the Mall of course. I hope you understand, it's all well and good being around her. Time to relax and be just us, is what we need.

-Looking at the both of them, standing stock still. He was showing them he was asking them, because he respected them as parents, and friends-

[Nessa]

He wanted to take her to Seattle.... Alone.

-her heart stopped for a split second; she could tell because every vampire in the room turned to look at her when it did so. She blushed a bit and lowered her head, waiting breathlessly for her parents to answer-

-a few days, with Jake... alone. In Seattle. When her heart did start beating again, it was rapid. So strange that she would be worried about spending time alone with Jake; they had been alone numerous times since she had been born, staying all day on the beach in La Push, running underneath the moon at night. She looked at her Mom, unsure if she wanted her to say yes or no-

[Bella Cullen]

Bella's eyes met Edward's as he clenched his jaw shut. She pushed the shield away thinking what she wanted to ask him silently.

Are you sure!? Alone! Seattle! ALONE EDWARD! Think of what could happen...look what happened to us. I don't want her to have the same fate...she's just sixteen

His eyes stared into hers as he nodded, then looked to Jacob. "Jacob, I consider you a great friend...but Bella and I are unsure if this is the right time for such an advance in your...relationship?"He said relationship as a question, subtly asking what exactly said relationship was. She could tell by Renesmee's heart rhythm that things for her were getting stronger and Jake wasn't JUST the friend, or brother. She loved him...and she loved him deeply. Bella looked at Renesmee. "It's not that we don't trust you...we just...want you to be safe." Her eyes cut to Jacob, narrowing them wondering exactly what kind of alone time he wanted. Edward snickered and she realized she'd let him hear that thought.

[Jacob Black]

I know what you are worried about, and i'm not taking Nessie for that reason. I am able to resist the urge, till the time is right and it feels right. -Blushing a little, at to where this conversation had headed.- I just wish to spend time with her, where we can be us. I believe this is more than friends now. -Looking at Nessie for confirmation on her part.-

Nessie if you don't want to come to Seattle, then say i don't want to presure you into this. If Bella and Edward don't agree, I will not take you if we don't get the approval, But do you want to go?

[Nessa]

Dear God in Heaven, if she blushes anymore she's gonna be the color of a strawberry. Hey, she's definitely Bella's kid!

-Nessie fought the urge to stick her tongue out at Uncle Emmett when he started ribbing her; her Mom told her stories of how he used to 'torture' her all the time-

-she heard Jake's question and looked between him, then her Mom and Dad, then everyone else in the room, back to him then back to her parents. Her voice was soft, melodic, as she answered- I.... I want to go. -she heard the sharp intake of breath from her Mom, the look of worry on her Dad's face. She sighed, took a breath and walked towards them, reaching out to grab both of their hands so she could convey her emotions-

He has the best of intentions. He has always treated me like a lady, a princess, HIS princess. You can trust him, you can trust me. I want to go, but I will respect your wishes if you want me to stay..... PLEASE SAY YES!

[Bella Cullen]

Bella and Edward stood listening to Jacob plead his case. Looking to Edward for confirmation that one thing wasn't on his mind, he gave a small shake of his head. Jacob's thoughts were only pure. This was the start of their relationship as a couple and secretly she prayed they took it slow. Nessie grabbed both their hands and projected her feelings.

Bella smiled and nodded. "I understand. I do..." Giving Edward one more look as he nodded reluctantly. "Yes...you can go. But I expect to get calls from you, and no more than two days, you have school. Are we clear?" Edward said sternly. Bella understood his reluctance as she had the same fears. As she squealed and hugged them both and turned to Jake, Edward wrapped an arm around Bella's waist and whispered in her ear. "We don't have to like it...we just have to trust them. This is their test run...besides, we'll be alone for two full days...." He said with a sly grin. Soon Bella was on the same track as he was as she shook her head with a smile.

A song began to drift from the DJ booth as Bella smiled at Renesmee and pulled her to the side alone. "I've always sung to you the butterfly song, but this one seems more appropriate now."

[Jacob Black]

-As he heard Edward say she could go, and the excitment on Nessie's face. For the first time, Jake became aware of the others in the room. Holy shit! everyone in the room was standing around them. Turning quickly back to Edward, nodding his thanks. Thinking so Edward would know how greatful he was for the trust they had put in him.-

Thank you Bella, it means alot you would trust me.

-As Nessie and Bella, shared a mother and daughter moment. Jake went to speak with Carlsile, more to leave the three of them to talk in private.-