#emilyyoung

Chapters

1.HomeComing

2. Emissary's

3. Connection

4. Prey

5. Awakening

6. Discovery

After getting ready I start the morning off with my grandmother. Making my way downstairs I greet her before I start helping her with breakfast and coffee to start our day. She’s standing in the kitchen doing a few dishes as I set the table.

“So my girl do you have any plans today? Just settling in?”

“Yeah a bit of unpacking and then Kim is gonna pick me up later to visit “

“Oh Kim! Glenda's granddaughter! Oh I see that's good she's gonna come by” My grandmother exclaimed as she set her dish rag down on the counter to face me. I stood facing her by the table. Just as I remembered her she’s awake as the sun comes up.

“What are you up to today?” I kindly asked her as she moved about the kitchen. Tending to the stove and food easily as she puttered around. All my life she’s been a busy body.

I worry not that she’s not capable of taking care of herself. That I know she can do all by herself just well. It’s just I knew she was grieving hard. But it was a comfort to see a familiar side of her.

“I gotta head into town for a few errands and then attend a meeting quickly”

“Oh I see with the council I’m assuming?” My grandfather was apart of the Chief and council here in La Push. A council member who was heavily involved in the community and politics. When he passed my grandmother was chosen to take his place as she also has extensive knowledge and education. She’s very dedicated since the job can get pretty demanding.

“Yes that’s right I shouldn’t be too long. I made you a set of keys which I’ll give to you later before you leave. I plan on locking the door when I leave. Remind yourself to lock the doors each time you leave”

“Of course I understand I'll remember” She picked up her kitchen towel wiping her hands with it before shuffling down the hallway. Turning into her room I could hear her looking for something. I peeked my head around the corner curious.

Quick as she left the room she came back with something in her hands. As she made her way to me she dropped a set of keys into my hand. I grabbed them as she passed them to me.

“Here you go since I just remembered, there are two keys I’m giving you, the dead bolt and door knob keys” She placed into my hands before showing me which keys were. The door knob key was pink which made it easier to understand which one was. I giggled at the fact she made it for me.

“I love the pink key grandma it’s cute”

“Isn’t it cute? I forgot you can buy customized keys I figured you’d like it. You can tell which is which so you don’t get confused”

“Thank you truly” We laugh about it together for a short moment. My grandmother comes back to the kitchen then back to the dining table to serve hot breakfast before sitting down. I quickly help her set and serve the dishes down before joining in with her to eat.

“Infamous huh?”

Startled by the car horn honking twice I jumped up before heading down stairs to the window. There sat a black truck running in the driveway inside were two people. It’s Kim and Jared, she’s hanging out the rolled down window, waving at me with a huge contagious smile.

“Come on!” She yells as I smile and wave back before I get my things ready. Quickly grabbing my keys and bag then heading out the door firmly locking it shut. It was slightly cloudy but the sun was warm. I could already hear and feel Kim’s excitement making me feel the same way.

The two got out of their cars to come greet me. As we were in each other’s sight inching closer we squealed in excitement together. Kim rushed in to pull me into a hug which I gladly welcomed with arms raised towards her. Pulling each other into a tight embrace.

“Oh my god I’ve missed you so much” I say into her neck making her laugh and squeeze me harder.

“It’s good to have you back Y\N” She replies as we let go of each other. As we did Jared moved forward towards us. His hand reaching for a handshake, I quickly notice, and shake hands with him. His grip on my hand was firm as he grinned at me welcoming.

“Hey! I’m Jared” He was tall although thin his arms were toned. Tanned with dark eyes that gleamed back at me. Already I could see and feel how confident he was. In a way it reminded me of Kim’s similar demenour.

“Yeah sorry but yes this is him! My boyfriend, Jared, this is my good Cousin\Bestfriend Y\N”

“It’s good to finally meet you Jared”

“Nice to finally meet the infamous Y\N” Jared teased as the two of them giggled. I raised my eyebrows in concern over what made me infamous. Kim noticed and turned to me nervously.

“Infamous huh?”

“Sorry Quill got me started. When he told me about you moving here I got excited. All of our friends were curious so I talked about you a little bit” Since it was Kim I wasn’t upset. I trusted her to know she wouldn’t say anything bad about me. Kim was sweet and expressive but not a heavy gossiper.

“We can get excited over new people around is all. Especially around here but I apologize if it was out of line” Jared explained to me. Which I understood as I came from a small town. Anything new or dramatic automatically becomes public knowledge. Unless you’re really covert and smart about what you do.

“No no it's alright I figured as much coming from Quill and you together” I said as Kim and Jared tried reassuring me. I just kind of laughed it off in which they joined in. I didn't mind it all honestly knowing Kim she wouldn't say much.

“You'll have to show me your art sometime Kim mentioned it” Originally I came here to the res to get a start on my art career. Taking commissions from local colleges, businesses, and for individuals. I’d been making a living so far which why I felt it was ok to move back here. At least I can work from home.

“Oh did she?”

“Of course I did! It's amazing and I couldn't help but brag about your talent”

“Thanks Kim. But yeah of course I’ll have to show you guys sometime” I glanced over to Kim as we made our way to the car. She winked at me which made me shake my head as I smiled. I tried to sit in the back seat thinking Jared was gonna drive. Kim grabbed my arm suddenly stopping me in my tracks.

“Y/N is shot gun today so Jared you're riding in the back” She motioned to him to pass the keys. He just kinda smiled and scoffed before digging in his pocket for them. Placing them in her hands once found without question. She giggled and headed into the driver's seat. I sat in the passenger surprised.

“Don't worry I have my license” Although she tried reassuring me it only made me nervous. I hadn’t been in a car with Kim in a long time. Not since we both were first learning how to drive as preteens. From what I remembered she had a pretty heavy foot.

“Just remember the roads can be wet and to keep a steady pace. We don't want something like last time to happen” Jared sat back and relaxed in his seat meanwhile I was on the edge of mine. Kim plugged her phone into the radio system and turned it up loud. What happened last time?

Before I could question Kim pulled into reverse quickly before heading down the driveway at a fast pace. Making me and Jared hitch our breath. Startled by her driving skills I couldn't help but laugh out loud. Kim looked at me before grinning and stepping on the gas even more. I could hear Jared exclaim before sitting straight in his seat. Heading down the highway while the speakers played loud music on Kim's Aux. A rush of excitement and joy came over me as we rushed down the road.

“You girls stay safe I'll see you later Kim”

“OK I'll see you later” Kim said to Jared as he sat in his truck in the driver's seat finally. He smiled as she waved walking away from the truck. I stood by the steps waiting for her and waving to him as he pulled out the driveway. Kim quickly lead me into her house. No one was home besides us. She lives with her Older sister who was currently at work. The space was just for us two today.

“Since it's so nice out would you want to sit on the patio? Or inside?”

“I wouldn't mind the patio”

“Go ahead and have a seat anywhere I'll grab us some drinks” I made my way into the living room walking towards the back door. Her home was tidy and spacious. It smelt like lavender somehow which made me even more relaxed. It felt different compared to when we were kids. Kim's home was decorated carefully and nicely.

Obvious thought went into making her home which was easy to tell. I sighed taking it all in. Me and her were truly adult's living our lives now.

“Here you go” She set down the drinks once we were outside. Finding chairs to sit and enjoy the weather.

“So Y/N how have you been? We haven't hung in person for so long”

“Oh I've been doing good just busy with moving and such. Trying to settle in. How about you? How have you been?” I asked her before taking a sip of my drink. Relaxing in the presence of Kim.

“Great! Things have been busy now that I'm involved with Jared. But it's been nice as you can see I finally have my own place. I've been Job searching since we've graduated”

“I see that's nice that you're doing well. So you've been busy huh?” I teased her which made her flush her cheeks pink. Amusing me with her bashfulness. She smiled as I nudged her arm playfully.

“Uh let's just say Jared's job… his role… is very demanding but I've been trying to support him like has been with me” It was a comfort to hear that she’s happy with Jared. From what I’ve seen so far I could tell already. I barely know Jared but I know for a fact he loves Kim enough to let her drive his truck like that.

“This Jared he seems like an alright guy. Is he nice to you?”

“Oh he's more than nice. He's attentive and protective. I've had a crush on him like all of high-school. Now we're here” She grinned and I couldn't help but feel joy. Reassured she's in good hands. I sunk into my seat relaxing a bit more.

“And what about you?” She asked me as I became confused on what she meant. I made funny face and raised my eyebrow at her question. Kim nudged my arm this time as she giggled.

“Have you been busy? Maybe a certain special someone in your life?” I snapped my neck at her accusation. The tables suddenly turning to me. A wide grin spread on her face and I couldn't help but want to wipe off. She eyed me curiously as I sat in my seat awkward.

“Me? Ha no not yet I've been busy making other moves” I nervously laughed as I corrected her. She faced me and stared at me. This time she was raising her eyebrow at me.

“Oh really huh? So you don't have a special friend to keep you company?”

“Again the answer's no”

“Then what moves have you been making then?” She questioned me as I happily replied. Trying to switch the conversation topic. I didn’t want to focus on my love life in the slightest.

“I've been gaining a lot of opportunities as an artist. I sold quite a few paintings and recently a book cover. I've been busy trying to widen my brand and network as an artist”

“Yeah? Well I'm glad you're gaining success with your art. It's about time, I remember hearing of you selling your first painting, I was so proud. Wait I mean I'm still proud of you” Kim says as she giggles as she corrected herself. Her reassurance and validating words brought me comfort. It slowly felt like old times between us.

“Awe thank you Kim it means a lot. Especially coming from you”

“Oh of course you know I'm one of your biggest supporters” She smiled at me and grabbed my hand. Holding it with a firm but comforting grip.

“Ah Y/N I'm so happy you're here to stay. I've missed this too much. There's so much I need to show you”

“Aw I've missed this too Kim” We both glanced at each other. Smiling with joy as our hands were intertwined with each others. The day slowly turned to evening as we spent the afternoon chatting and enjoying each other.

Late into the evening we moved the conversation inside. As we were heading in to escape the mosquitoes and other bugs of the night we could see down the driveway. Headlights of car coming down to pull in to Kim's drive way.

We could see the car lights peering through between the trees. We stood waiting on the porch instead of heading back inside. Kim leaned against the railing closely inspecting who it could be.

“I don't know who this is pulling up. I only expected Jared to come this way to drop you off. Maybe it's my Quill? Unless it's Leah because they have the same truck”

“Who's Leah?” Before Kim could answer me we watched the truck pull in. Shifting its gears and setting into park the headlights shut off. Revealing two women one with short hair and the other had a significant scar on her face. Both were tall and skinny not to mention drop dead gorgeous.

“Hey girls”

“Hey Kim just stopping by in Jared's place. He's busy with Sam and the boys right now so we're driving you guys” The short haired one said as she stared almost straight through us. Her demeanor and eyes were intense. I couldn't help but be amazed and intrigued on who she could be.

“And we wanted to meet the new girl! Hi I'm Emily I'm one of Kim's friends and this is Leah” The women with a scar revealed to be Emily came up to me and shook my hand. Her hand was soft and warm just as her aura. She was comforting as if she was someone I already knew well.

“Hey yeah I'm the new girl y/n I'm guessing you guys heard about me from my cousins here Quill and Kim”

“Hey I'm Leah” Leah finally introduced herself and shook my hand as well. As intense as she walked over to me her grip on me was also but her hands were soft. Her touch, reassured me on what type of person she can be, kind.

“I'm glad we could all meet up before the beach! This is such good timing!” Kim exclaimed loudly and abruptly interrupting the moment which made us turn towards her suddenly.

“Beach?” Leah questioned as we all stared at Kim. From their reaction I knew it was just Kim and Quill scheming something so far. And without notifying anyone about it. Sounded about right knowing how they were together.

“In two weeks me and Quill were thinking of having another bonfire at the beach if you guys are willing. We want to welcome in Y/N and sort of introduce her. Literally was gonna text you guys tonite about it”

“That sounds great! We're all excited that you're here y/n we have someone new to welcome in. I'll help bring food and drinks as long as you bring yourself” Emily replied as she volunteered her help almost immediately. A sincere smile was spread on her face. She felt so familiar and comforting I knew in my gut I could trust her.

“Do you play soccer y/n? Or any type of sport?” Leah asked me as she stared down at me. Making me hitch my breath nervously at the intensity of her. She was beautiful but really tall, enough to loom over me, the right people would mistake her for a tanned model.

“I don't mind soccer” I quickly replied to which she smiled at. Her smile was bright and sincere. It made the guard I had against her relax more.

“Great. Me and the boys usually play down at the beach. You're welcome to join. I just asked cause I know some people can prefer other stuff to do than just sports”

“I wouldn't mind. It sounds like fun” Leah and I smiled at each other in agreement. She looked even more gorgeous when she smiled.

“In the mean time would guys want to go for a drive? Before I drop you guys off home?” Emily asked as she twirled the car keys in her hand. Me and Kim happily obliged and walked down the stairs to the truck. Leah taking the passenger and Emily in the driver whilst us two were in the back.

Emily pulled out and continued down the road. Kim and I rolling our windows down to enjoy the evening breeze. I took a deep breath in smelling the fresh pine and cedar.

“So Y/N have you been to the beach yet?” Emily asked me as she continued to face the road. Focusing on driving while talking to me

The sun was just starting to set painting pink and orange hues in the sky. As the sun drew closer beyond the horizon purple tones joined the clouds making the sky look breath taking.

“So y/n have you been to the beach yet?” Emily asked me as she continued to face the road. Focusing on driving while talking to me.

“When I was younger yeah I used to go all the time. But I haven't been down there lately since I've come back” I answered her honestly. A bonfire seemed great and I was happy we’d be able to do one soon together.

“Would you guys want to go check it out right now? Me and Emily can show you where we usually go” Leah asked me as she turned to face me. Again she was beautiful but intense as she looked at me. The corners of her mouth lifting into a gentle smile.

“Yeah that sounds great I'd like that. You guys can give me a lil tour since it's been awhile. Plus Quill was supposed to but he never did” Albeit it’s been only a day since I’ve seen him last. But still he did promise me.

“Of course he wouldn't it's Quill” I scoffed and laughed agreeing with Leah. We chuckled about it for a moment before sitting back in our seats again. Tall hills and low valleys surrounded us with a nice fog settling over the highest points. Covered in trees and shrub it always took my breath away at the sight of it.

Something about this area made my mind and soul at ease. As I sat relaxed in my seat as the music played loud I took a deep breath in. Taking in this moment for myself. Watching the road I could see the ocean. The way the sun shown down on the waves in hues of orange made it look even more ethereal.

“There she is, we usually stick around this area here to swim also to surf, but we head down to this area towards the edge, to cook and eat” Emily slowed the car down as we drove as close as we could near the water. Leah explained the area and pointed to where she was talking about.

“When we want a more fun we jump from there and dive into the water” Leah pointed to a high cliff just along the edge. I felt intimidated by the length of the drop down. I sat in my seat, staring in disbelief, was this what they considered fun? “Woah that's crazy. I can't believe you guys jump from there”

“Not all of us just Leah and the boys really. That's too crazy for me too” Kim answered me making me feel a bit better knowing I don't have to jump. It looked even farther the more I looked at the distance. How did they not get hurt from jumping that far?

“I almost made Emily one time but Sam talked her out of it” Leah said making Emily smile brightly. Which surprised me since Emily seemed to be modest and tame. From my impression of her I’d never expect someone like her to jump.

“Hey I would've went if you and Paul weren't threatening to push me” The two of them laughed at the memory. I sat back and looked at them. Curious on their relationship.

“Hey so I've been meaning to ask are you girls sisters? You guys seem very similar” I asked since when they smiled it was the same. Even their laugh sounded the same which made me think.

“Actually we're cousins through Leah's dad. Her dad is my mom's brother. We grew up like sisters though” Emily replied as she kept driving. As I tried thinking of their family tree. Connecting the dots with what I knew so far.

“Emily's fiance, Sam, is also my cousin. But he isn't related to Emily. I'm related to him through my mom's side. Confusing I know but just letting you know incase. They aren’t—y’know relatives dating relatives ” Leah explained or at least tried to explain. I giggled as she did but I did understand.

“I get it” I laughed nervously making everybody else laugh. As we kept driving the conversation went on. Slowly getting to know each other as the evening faded into night. It was pitch black outside by the time we made our way to my house.

As I was the first to be dropped off. Guiding the way to my place the closer we got there the feeling in my stomach started to shift. It felt similar to when I first arrived. The hairs on my neck stood up as did my guard. I try to shake it off knowing I'm perfectly safe. We pull into the drive way as Emily shifts into park. Before I exit the car Emily and Leah insist on exchanging phone numbers.

“Yeah no problem here's my phone” I passed them my phone as they input their contacts on to it. Also taking my number as they did.

“On beach day I'll text you and Kim. I'll pick you guys up and take you there in my car” Leah said as she gave me my phone back. Me and Kim smiled in unison at the offer.

“Really? That'd be great, sounds like a lot of fun so I can't wait, anyway I'll talk you girls later. Good night!”

“Good night!”

The girls said in unison as I exited the car and headed inside. As I reached the steps safely they pulled out of the drive way and headed down the road. As I reached for the door I couldn't help but notice tracks on the porch. Big mud tracks that trailed down the steps towards the side of the house.

I put on the flashlight on my phone to find huge paw prints. They were huge and from what I could tell it looked like a wolf print. But way too huge, It looked like it was on the porch, and came from the side of the house. Freaked out I rush inside and lock the door behind me. Not wanting to find which wolf made the tracks. Wolf tracks so close to the house? The closest neighbor is about a mile away. So it makes sense to be exposed to wild life. But wolves so close to the house? If one came then surely there's more around.

Once I'm inside I shrug it off and remind my self to tell my grandmother about it in the morning. It's late and she's already asleep. Making my way up the stairs into my room. I prepare for bed and finally rest in my room. My room is pitch black with only the moonlight shining in.

As the night goes on I toss and turn in my bed struggling to rest. I find my mind wondering about everything. Why I've been feeling on edge, my new life here with new people, the wolf. Suddenly a sharp loud howl erupted through the hills outside. Making me jump up to sit in my bed shocked. It sounded so close, maybe it's the wolves from before, I quickly rushed to my window to check.

As I rush to the window my guesses were right. There in my direct view stood a wolf alone. Just below my window only a few feet away. I gasped at the sight of the beast. It was abnormally huge for a wolf. As big as a horse or maybe even bigger. The wolf was a dark gray silver color. It looked magnificent in the moonlight, if it weren't for the brightness of the moon, I wouldn't have been able to see it. It stood alone and fierce as it continued howling into the sky. With it's sharp instincts it sensed me.

As quick as it stopped howling it turned to in my direction. Making me freeze in place. My breath hitched as I stared at it. The wolf's gaze was intense and almost magnetic. The same feeling of being on edge washed over me. The hairs on the back of my neck stood attention. Instead of an anxious feeling I felt electric almost. I felt no fear or danger, all I felt was alive, almost like it was excitement or just straight up adrenaline. It lowered it's head before turning away trotting into direction of the treeline. I sat in the windowsill watching it as it took off. More howls came from the hills almost in unison. I stood and watched as it ran through the field before disappearing to the night.