The Pack

Happy and Terrified

Jake's POV

Everything was a blur. Leah told me that I had given her what she wanted more than life itself. We were going to be parents she was elated and I was happy to give her that happiness. I was just scared that I wasn't going to be a good dad. It made my rest uneasy and sleep impossible. I lay beside my Leah she fell asleep with her hand on her stomach and a little smile on her face. I kissed her cheek and slipped from under the covers. I strolled into our living room I was filled with nervous energy. I didn't know why. I think I didn't want to disappoint Leah. I needed someone to talk to and confide and I could only think of one person. It was late and I hoped he was up. I called Seth.

"Seth?"

"Nope, try again," a little voice whispered. Ness of course she would answer Seth's phone. I rolled my eyes and scratched my head.

"Hey Ness, is Seth sleep or something?"

"Yeah, it's 2AM he kinda should be and you should be too," she chastised.

"Well, what about you?"

"Half vampire remember? I swear sometimes I think everyone forgets," she giggled. "So what's wrong?"

"What makes you think something is wrong?" I whispered.

"Are you really asking me that question? I've known you since birth Jake. Something's bothering you, what is it?" We were silent for a few seconds. I needed to talk I knew she wasn't the best person but I didn't have anyone else.

"Leah's pregnant," I muttered.

"Okay, and that's a problem?"

"No ... yes ... not really. The fact that she's pregnant and happy is great. I don't know if me being a father is the greatest thing in the world.

"Oh Jake please, you'll be a great dad! I remember how you treated me when I was little. You were the best! Your little baby will see you the same way. You are attentive, protective, and great all the way around," she said firmly and it made me feel a little better but the reality kicked in again.

"I was your imprint what if that's the only reason I treated you that way?" I covered my face as I gave her my concerns.

"Why do you treat Leah the way you do? She not your imprint," Ness asked.

"Because she deserves ... everything. I love her more than my life," I answered her honestly and she chuckled for some reason.

"This baby will be an extension of you and Leah ... you will love her just as much and you will treat the baby just like you treat her. Therefore you will be an amazing father Jacob Black!" She said all the things I needed to hear and I wanted to believe but I was still unsure. "Believe me, Stupid!" Ness blurted.

"Your doubt is literally dripping through the phone lines. If you are so worried that you will suck read up on the subject. I know you when you want something you will do what it takes. Now I need to return to Seth. You're going to be alright I promise."