104A/N: Hello, everyone! I have a new story to share with you, titled Drifting Away. It is going to be an emotional rollercoaster, but one that is worthwhile. I hope you all enjoy it. Review or PM me what you all think! I will accept any form of criticism, as long as it is respectful. Okay, now onto the story!
Prologue.
Bella's POV.
Leah and Jacob's two-bedroom home was decked out in Christmas decorations and a table full of food. Paul sat in the middle chair on the left side, sipping a glass of Apple cider that he had poured some rum into when no one was looking. Rachel's hand skimmed up and down his thigh every now and then, much to her brother's annoyance. Riley sat on the other side of Paul, taking turns kissing Rachel and Paul's cheeks.
Kim and Jared were in their own little world, whispering to each other and rubbing her swelling stomach. Seth, Bree, Brady, and Collin watched Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer in the living room, giggling to each other quietly as Claire napped on the couch. Quil told bad joke after bad joe to Jessica, Sam, and Emily, whose faces were a mix of happiness and confusion.
Jacob cut the ham as Leah looked on proudly, serving everyone politely even when he just wanted to stuff his face. It was nice to see a smile on her face after all that had happened. Embry's arm rested on the back of my chair, and his lips pressed against the side of my head tenderly. I could never get tired of that.
"Merry Christmas, Bella."