Another idea popped into my head... I know, I know. I already have so many stories! But I would be crazy not to jump on an idea when it hits me. I hope you enjoy the start of "Natural Disaster"!

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Chapter 1

Tyler, TX

The dust circled and the crowd cheered as the last rider flew from the monster he'd been holding on to, as barrelmen distracted the beast from trampling him.

Edward paced behind the metal divider and shook his head, "He nearly got killed. We can't put Jasper on this man eater. Is a weekend town rodeo worth his life?"

Jasper placed his calloused hands on Edward's shoulders to steady him, "I've got this. I've got a little while until I go out there. Give me time. But I've got this."

Jasper turned around and began to walk in the opposite direction, hearing Emmett say "give him space. I know he's got this."

Jasper shook the thoughts from his head and readjusted his Stetson, heading over to the other side of the arena. The scar on his back began to throb subconsciously, reminding him of his most recent accident.

He nodded his head with a smile as the buckle bunnies eyed him from the stands, he knew they were wondering which one would be able to claim him as their latest conquest.

Jasper leaned on the metal rails. His competition growing as another contender nearly hit the 8 second mark. With a heavy sigh, he removed his hat and ran a shaky hand through his sweat drenched hair. Turning slightly, a flash of white caught his eye. Leaning against the metal rail was a pair of cowboy boots, slim legs, cutoff jean shorts, a tight pristine white tank top, and midnight black hair. The girl laughed and clapped her hands as the next rider, who Jasper recognized as Riley, made his rounds, giving her group of girls a wink. Show off.

No more than a second later, Jasper saw the beastly bull charging in her direction towards its thrown rider. Riley must've noticed it at the same time because his body flew up and over the rail as fast as he could. Jasper didn't think twice, ran to her and wrapped her in his arms, turning her quickly away from the metal gate, leaving his back to take the vibration of the bull's hit.

A hiss escaped his lips as his injury site throbbed slightly, and he registered that he still held her in his arms. Looking down, he saw her curled into his chest, gripping his shirt as tightly as she could.

"Hey, are you alright Darlin'?" He whispered, brushing tendrils of hair from her face. She sniffled a little and gave a slight, forced, laugh. Wiping her eyes briefly she looked up into the face of her savior.

In that instant, Jasper felt his heart hammer in his chest. He took in her chocolate brown eyes that were covered in thick black lashes. His eyes travelled to her full pout of lips and wondered how they would look when they were swollen with his kiss.

"Yeah, I'm okay." She said quietly, almost too quietly to hear, bringing him out of his thoughts, "Thank you for saving me."

He smiled a little and nodded his head, "I'm Jasper... Jasper Whitlock."

She smiled and he couldn't help but stare at her lips and perfect smile. "Bella Swan.." Bella took a step back out of his arms and Jasper's chest began to ache, registering the loss. Instead of showing the pain on his face, he reached out and gently clasped her hand, bringing it to his lips. He heard her intake of breath when he planted a kiss delicately above her knuckles, which caused him to smile against her skin before releasing her hand.

"Well... Bella... " her name rolled off his tongue and he instantly fought back a shiver of excitement, "I've gotta go take care of something right quick. Wait for me right here? I'll be back in no time." He gave her a crooked grin and her brown eyes sparkled with excitement, "I'll be right here.."

Jasper pursed his lips, fighting back a smile and nodded, turning to walk back to his team, glancing back once or twice.

Once he was within a few feet of his team, Edward shook his head, "You're next! Where have you been?" When he didn't get a response he groaned, "You're practically floating, why are you floating..? Emmett, why is he floating?"

Emmett grinned and crossed his arms across his chest, "That's the grin of a man in lust..."

Jasper just smirked up at Emmett and piled on his riding gear.

"Where is she? I've gotta see this girl. She's some sorta miracle worker to catch the eye of the illusive Jasper Whitlock." Emmett looked around, trying to spot someone.

"You'll meet her after. She's waiting for me. Along with a whole group of ladies. Play your cards right and you could be going home with someone special tonight."

Emmett's eyes sparkled and nodded, stepping back to allow him to get loaded into the chute. Jasper hesitated as the bull began to flail. Once the movement slowed, he sat down on the massive creature as the flank strap was pulled tight. His gloved hand slipped into the rope around the bull, praying this wasn't the time that he'd get hung up again.

Jasper spared a glance to Edward and Emmett and gave a curt nod, signaling that he was ready. And it felt like forever until the chute's breakaway door opened.

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Bella heard his name announced as the next rider and she turned quickly to see him loading into the chute. One hand covered her mouth and she couldn't take her eyes off of him.

The countdown clicked slowly. 3...2...1... and a horn blared as the bull and Jasper were released from their tube. She saw him holding on like a skilled professional, his opposite hand held in the air. She continued to watch him but kept glancing at the clock until finally... the 8 second buzzer went off. The crowd went wild.

She jumped up onto the wall and cheered, clapping as he dismounted and ran to exit the ring. She signaled to her friends that she'd be right back and made her way to the riders section.

Jasper saw her coming and began to walk in her direction, a crooked smile on his face. She began to run and once she reached him, she leapt into his arms, wrapping her legs around his waist, laying a deep kiss on his lips. Jasper's hands rounded her body, supporting her by placing his hands on her ass to hold her up.

The kiss continued for a few moments and she pulled away, breathless, looking into his face. Jasper grinned and immediately looked to her lips. Kiss swollen lips looked good on her already pouty mouth.

"I'm sorry," she whispered, letting herself slide down his body, "I'm not a buckle bunny, I swear..."

He groaned feeling the contact of her body against his, but grinned, "I'd be disappointed if you were. We're having a get together at my ranch tonight. Bonfire, drinks, food. Celebration of sorts. Please come? Bring your friends? I want to see you again."

She thought for a minute then smiled, "Okay..." she handed him her phone, "Put in the address..."

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-K