I always wished that Jasper and Bella had a stronger relationship in the books. So, I made it up myself. I hope ypu like it!

Disclaimer: All characters belong to Stephenie Meyer. She is so lucky :)

"Are you coming over tonight?" I asked Edward as I started climbing out of his Volvo. I've asked him that question every night since we got back from Italy, and every time his answer has been yes.

"I'll be over a little later then normal. Someone is waiting to talk to you inside." He replied. Hmmm, I wonder what Charlie wants to talk about.

"Well, okay then. I guess I'll see you later then." I said as I got out of the car and shut the door. Turning around, I was about to walk up the driveway when Edward rolled down the passenger side window.

I turned back around and was met with his signature crooked grin. "I love you," His smooth voice still made a shiver run up my spine.

"As I love you." I said flashing him a smile of my own.

I started staggering up to the front door, Edward watching me from his Volvo. He always stays and watches to make sure I make it inside safely when he drops me off. So overprotective. I thought with a smile on my face. As soon as I got inside I took off my shoes and coat then walked into the front room. Charlie was watching a game on TV and looked up as soon as he herd me walk in.

"Hey, Bells. Have a good time tonight?" I did actually. Edward took my to the big movie cinema in Seattle.

I nodded my head hoping he wouldn't ask what the movie was about. I couldn't really remember, the whole time I was focused on the electricity sizzling through me as Edward wrapped him arm around me with my head laying on his shoulder.

"That's good," Charlie smiled, getting off the couch and turning the TV off. "Well, since your home now, I'm going to bed. See you in the morning, kid." He started for the stairs.

"Wait. Dad, did you want to talk to me about something?" I asked confused. Edward did say that someone wanted to talk to me and Charlie is the only other person who lives here.

Charlie turned around and stared at me with a perplexed look "No… Should I have something to talk to you about?" He said slowly. What? I thought Edward said. . .

"Er, I guess not. Never mind." I wonder why Edward would say that. . .

Charlie gave me one last puzzled look and turned to walk back up the stairs. After a second or two I followed up after him. I trudged into my bedroom and nearly jumped out of my skin. In the dark corner by the window there stood a tall figure. I was about to scream when all of a sudden the figure moved and was now in front of me with one hand over my mouth and the other was holding a finger up to it's mouth signaling me to be quite. I looked into the intruder's face and was calmed almost immediately when is saw the topaz color of Jasper's eyes.

"Shh, Bella, It's okay. It's only me." He said smiling, sending me a wave of clam.

"Jasper! You nearly gave me a heart attack." I said breathlessly. "What are you doing here?"

"I'm sorry to intrude, but I was wondering if I may have a word with you."

"Of course, Jasper. What is it?" I asked as he let me over to the bed. He sat down next to me and turned his body to face me.

"I'm sorry, Bella. So sorry." His apologetic eyes bore into mine. What on Earth would he have to apologize for?

"Jasper, why are you apologizing? You did nothing wrong." At least that I'm aware of. Oh, no. I hope Emmett didn't suck him into some prank of his. Is he apologizing in advanced for something he and Emmett are planning to do?

"But, I have done something wrong. Horribly wrong." Oh, no. My mind started playing out the worst case scenario. "Last year, at your birthday party, I'm so sorry I couldn't control myself. I just—"

"What are you talking about?" I interrupted. Why would he apologize for that. He's a vampire that survives off blood. He can't help that.

"When I attacked you at your party." He said like he was talking to a young child.

"Yes, I understand that is what you are referring to, but why are you apologizing for it?" I asked curiously. He couldn't possibly think I was mad at him for losing control. Could he?

"But, Bella, I'm the reason everyone had to leave. You weren't safe around me, and I'm sorry." His sad eyes looked so distressing that I reached over and grabbed his hand.

I looked into his eyes to make him understand. "Don't think for one second that I ever blamed you for Edward—and the rest of you— leaving. The thought never even crossed my mind."

"But, I—" He started before I cut him off again.

"No, Jasper. I know the risks of being around vampires." I tried to make him see that it isn't his fault. It was never his fault.

"Bella, if I wasn't there at the party, none of this would have even happened. Everyone knows I'm the weakest link in the family." He rivaled. If he didn't look so sullen I would have slapped him. But, he wouldn't even feel it and I would only end up injuring myself.

"Jasper," I pronounced his name slowly, "You cannot possibly think that, can you? You feel what everyone else feels. At my birthday, you not only had to deal with your own thirst but everyone else's. You have to struggle with that on a daily basis, it's harder for you to commit to the 'vegetarian' lifestyle than it is for anyone else." I said looking into his eyes. I unclasped our hands and put one of my hands on either side of his face. "You could be just as strong as Carlisle and not know it because the thirst of other's mixes in with yours."

He wrapped his hands around mine and gently took them away from his face, but didn't let go. He had a soft grin on his face as he stared at me.

"You really believe that?" He asked doubtfully. And Edward says I don't see myself clearly.

"Yes, of course."

He shook his head slowly, incredulously. "You know, you may be the best little sister in existence?" He said with a huge smile plastered on his face.

I laughed. "Well, you may be the best big brother in existence." I said, still smiling as he pulled me to his chest for a hug. Then a thought crossed my mind and I pulled back a little bit so I could see his face. "Just don't tell Emmett."

He burst out laughing and kissed my forehead.

"You might want to get ready for bed. Edward will be back soon." He said after he finally composed himself.

I nodded and go up from the bed. I grabbed my toiletry bag and my pajamas and headed to the bathroom. I took a quick shower, brushed my teeth, and put on my pajamas. Once I got back into my room I was a little surprised to see Jasper still there. He was still sitting where he was when I left. I walked over to the bed and got under the covers.

"Why are you still here?" I whispered.

He looked over to me and whispered back, "I called Edward and he is out hunting, he said he should be here within the hour. None of us like you being alone for any amount of time with Victoria"—Jasper said the name as if it was a curse—"still on the run. Even Rosalie, though she would never admit that." He said the last sentence with a smile playing around the edges of his mouth. "Darlin', you should probably get some sleep. Edward will be here when you wake up." He said, then planted another kiss on my forehead.

"Okay." I said almost incoherently through a yawn.

Jasper laughed quietly as I dozed off.

I was somewhere between being awake and asleep when I heard whispering coming from somewhere in my room.

"Edward, everything you've ever said about her has been true. I knew she was a great girl but I never really knew just how extraordinary and selfless she truly is."

"Trust me, I know." I could here a smile in Edward's velvety voice.

"You are one luck man. We're all lucky to have her be a part of our family. Don't ever let her go. . . again."

"You couldn't drag me away." Edward replied.

Edward slid under the covers with me and I snuggled up to him.

"I love you." Edward whispered in my ear.

"Me, too." I replied incoherently.

I drifted back into dream land to the sound of two musical voices laughing quietly.

E D W A R D & B E L L A F O R E V E R . E D W A R D & B E L L A F O R E V E R .

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