This is the Bella/Jasper version of the Twilight series. Naturally, this is book one. This is also the rewritten version of Ruined and United. Well, not quite. This has most of its qualities. There are a bunch of differences though. This time, I have a flash drive! The blue screen isn't getting me today! This is beta read by the incredible Zarathustra101. This is the beginning chapter. Please enjoy. This is Bella/Edward in the beginning of the story and naturally, it will morph to Bella/Jasper.

Preface

I never thought my life would change so drastically. It seems that ever since I moved to Forks, something has been trying to kill me. Was today the day that Lady Luck would finally give up on me?

The thoughts of the ones I loved circled around in my head. It was as if they were teasing me. In place of the ones I loved, I deemed it necessary to become the sacrifice. I was sure of my decision. When life offers you a dream so far beyond any of your expectations, it's not reasonable to grieve when it comes to an end.

I had mere seconds left. There was nothing to do. I thought of his face so my last thing I see can be pleasant. The hunter smiled at me. It was as if he was being friendly. I blinked and when I opened my eyes, he was closer than ever. His warm breath washed over me as he whispered something unintelligible to me. With black eyes I felt myself descent into death.

Chapter 1: Forks

"Here we are!" My mother called to me. I sat up in my seat. She sounded cheerful, well attempted to sound cheerful. The sparkly tears were flowing from her brown eyes.

"Mom, we went through this."

"I'm sorry, I promised I wouldn't cry." Renée, my mom tried to smile.

"It's alright, I'll keep in touch." I patted her on the shoulder. She opened the car door and handed me my suitcase. You see, after my mom got remarried to Phil, I felt as if I was intruding. I opted to go live with my dad, Charlie.

I guess I should tell you a little bit about myself. My name is Isabella Swan. Everyone calls me Bella. I lived in Phoenix, Arizona until now. I lived with my mom and Phil. Now, I am moving to Forks, Washington to live with Charlie. My mom and I used to live alone but I felt as if I was holding her down and making her unhappy.

"Bella, I am going to miss you so much! You have to write me every day." My mother gave me a tight, yet reassuring hug. "I love you so much!"

"I love you too mom. I'll write you, just be calm." I laughed lightly. I checked my phone. "I have to go or I'll miss my plane! Bye mom! I'll miss you!"

"Bye sweetie!" Mom was waving her left hand while holding a handkerchief in the other. It looked so cliché. I ran into the airport while dragging my suitcase. My long brown hair was flailing as I ran. Sweat was on my brow. It was still seventy something degrees outside. The airport air conditioning clearly was not helping the humidity.

I ran onto the boarding line. I made it just in time. I handed the guard my ticket which I got a while ago. He approved and I got on the plane. I sat in the middle of the plane. I buckled up and pulled out my book. After about half an hour, it was take-off. As I looked out the window I whispered, "Goodbye Phoenix." I was immersed in the view of the clouds. I decided it was pointless to stay awake, even if it was a four-hour flight.

"Miss, it's time to get up. We're landing." The kind flight attendant walked by. I blinked and sat up. When the plane landed in Seattle, I saw Charlie's police cruiser.

"It's good to see you Bells," he said with a smile. He offered his hand to take my suitcase. I handed it to him gratefully.

"Yeah, it's been awhile." We headed over to his police cruiser. Charlie lifted my somewhat heavy suitcase and heaved it into the trunk. I climbed in the car. There was a two hour drive from Seattle to Forks. We sat in a comfortable silence for awhile.

"I found a good car for you." Charlie broke the silence after awhile. I looked at him.

"Really?"

"Yeah. It was a good price. It was real cheap."

"How much?" I had limited funds as of right now. I spent all my cash on my winter wardrobe. I lived in Phoenix for crying out loud.

"Well, I kind of already got it for you. It's actually a truck. A Chevy to be exact." Charlie suddenly looked nervous. I decided to ease his worry.

"I'm sure I'll love it. Don't worry Dad, it doesn't take much to please me." I offered a smile. "Besides, any old thing would do as long as it's cheap and runs really well."

"That's my girl. Hey, do you remember Jacob Black from the reservation?"

"Jacob? Yeah, how could I forget him? He was my first friend."

Charlie smirked. "He's coming over today. When I told him you were going to stay with me, he nearly barged right over." Charlie looked up from the road for a moment, recalling the memory.

"I'll make a celebratory dinner then." I remembered Jacob always had quite the appetite. I would have to make enough for seconds. Heck, I would have to make enough for even thirds.

"I'm looking forward to it Bells."

The rest of the drive was quiet. We made small commentary about the life here and admiring the wildlife. I was delighted when the cruiser pulled up outside Charlie's house.

"Here we are." Charlie beckoned to his home and we laughed. He climbed out the car and opened my door for me. I nearly tripped on my way out. "Smooth Bells."

"Is that my truck?"

"Yes. Do you like it?" Charlie's brow furrowed.

"Dad, I love it!" Well that's makes my life easier. There's one less thing for me to worry about.

"I bought some groceries and stuff this morning. I bought a little bit of everything. I got a raise."

"That's great. I'll start dinner as soon as I unpack." Charlie carried my suitcase. I did insist that I take it up the stairs. I got up the stairs into the familiar room. It was my old room. I had it since I was born.

Charlie didn't hover over me and ask questions over and over like, "How are you feeling?" or "How are you settling?" Charlie was cool.

I let a few tears escape. It wasn't enough to consider crying though. I wiped my eyes and loaded the dresser with my clothes. I changed into some dark red sweatpants and a grey t-shirt. I decided to leave my hair the way it was and I went downstairs. I snooped around the kitchen. I found some store brand tomato sauce. Ugh. Looks like I'm doing this homemade style. I grabbed some tomatoes from the fridge and checked the cabinets. There were a lot of different seasonings. I found some basil. Time to make Italian-style spaghetti.

"Bells that smells good." Charlie complimented as he walked in the kitchen.

"Thanks. Dinner's ready. I made a lot."

"Need help?"

"No, just sit down." I shooed my father out the kitchen. There was a knock on the door. I stared through the peephole. "Who is it?"

"Jacob Black, who else?" I opened the door. "Oh my gosh, Bella!" Jacob swung me around in circles. "It's been forever!"

"Jake, calm down. I was here two months ago,"

"I know but I still missed you!" Jacob smiled. "Still albino?"

"What kind of question is that?"

"A conversation starter."

"That will never work as a conversation starter."

"Well, we're conversating." Jacob smiled.

"Wow, just wow," I put my hand on my forehead. "I have no words. I am speechless."

"I smell food."

"Oh I made spaghetti. You're welcome to some…or a lot."

"Oh boy!" Jacob exclaimed. I stepped out of the way so Jacob could run straight to the living room. We were feasting around the TV. I made three plates but heaved spaghetti onto Jacob's plate. I walked out while balancing the three plates.

"Thanks Bells." They said in unison.

"So, how's Forks so far?" Jacob asked.

"It's fine." I lied. It's rainy, dreary, dull, and cold.

"Are you looking forward to high school?" Jacob asked.

"Yes." No I'm not.

"That's good." Jacob looked thoughtful. "I'll escort you there."

"Why…?"

"I just want to be there for you." Jacob said. I nodded.

"If you want." I stretched. "I'm kind of tired. I think I'll go to sleep."

"Night Bells."

"Night."

"Night guys." I took my plate to the kitchen. "Oh, Jake there's leftovers."

"Aw yeah!"

I walked up the stairs and climbed on my bed. It got dark fast. I didn't bother lingering on that fact. I closed my eyes and waited for tomorrow; the day where I finally attend Forks High. I'm nervous to be honest. I'll worry about that tomorrow.

There, chapter one done. I hope you liked it. It took me awhile to get into this. Please review and tell me what you think.