I huffed in exhaustion and effort. I tried to be far away from her as possible but of course, Leah was faster than anyone or anything. I often wondered before if she could beat Edward.

I realized Leah would pursue me all the way to Canada. She would follow me to annoy me further. So, I turned around, faced her and growled at her – every sharp teeth bared, paws apart and ready, tail straight.

I don’t want to fight with you, Jacob. So, calm down.

The grey wolf stopped a few meters away in case….
In case, I decided to attack her in anger?

I shook my head. I must be insane now.

I’m sorry, Leah. I lost it.

She huffed haughtily.

I lowered myself on the ground and rested my head on my paws. She sat on her haunches, her tail wagging lazily back and forth.

It’s not going to help you, Jake, if you keep it all to yourself.

I saw Nessie on my head – beautiful and vibrant.
Leah whined and lowered herself on the ground.

This is going to be long. She sighed.

You asked for this.

I know but can’t you cut out the drooling part for me?

My head started to swim with the images of the girl I love with all my heart – beautiful, loving and too young.

Would you have chosen an old hag? She asked sarcastically.

Are you going to let me finish or not?

She rolled her eyes.
I sighed and then continued.

She’s more than I ever dreamed of, more than I could ever asked for, more than I deserve.
Too kind…Too trusting…Too beautiful…Too rich

You always knew she’s rich. She’s a freakin’ Cullen, Jake. You didn’t call her Princess for nothing. What brought all these insecurities?

I flooded my mind with that special night on the cliff….

Jake….she whined in protest.

I ignored her.

Rosalie’s cutting words.

She started to growl then stopped.

I can’t believe it! You planned to ask her to marry you that night!