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"Well, at least she knew it was coming. What to expect of her enemies."

"Spoken like a true military nurse." I smirked, and walked into the house. "You should probably get home, Isabella. It's going to be a long day tomorrow." Shock and worry...again.

"What about you? Are you just going to avoid her all night?"

"No." We were at the front door now. I took both her hands in mine and faced her, seriously. "I'm a Confederate, ma'am. I take care of my problems before they get too out of hand. I'll see you at lunch. I love you." I leaned down and kissed her softly.

"I love you too, Major. Now, go kick some Yankee butt!" With that, she walked out to her car and drove out of sight. I was so focused on Isabella, I didn't hear her come down the stairs.

Alice was leaning against the stair railing. Livid. "Tell me, Major, what was that all about?"

Shit.

Hello! Two chapters in one day! A new record! Enjoy the story! (The plot thickens! Ooooh! I've always wanted to say that!) ;)

AlicePOV:

"Do you understand now, Alice? I...I can't do it anymore." Jasper was sitting across from me, staring at me strangely, almost sadly.

I didn't respond, but instead thought back on the conversation we'd just had, exactly as he said it.

Flashback 149 years, June 21, 1861:

I had just recently been shot in the shoulder. I was carried into the infirmary tent on a makeshift stretcher. The doctor had said 'Put him in the corner, and get nurse Swan on this one.' The soldier nodded and, shortly after putting me down in the corner, a small hand grabbed mine.

'What is your name, soldier?' I opened my eyes to see a beautiful young woman standing beside my gurney.

"Jasper Whitlock, ma'am.'

'Well, Mr. Whitlock, let's have a look at that shoulder of yours shall we?'

'It's nothing, really.' Even as I spoke, I winced when she grazed the wound.

'Don't be brave, soldier! I can't help you if you don't tell me what's wrong!' I nodded and she undid my shirt, taking it off. I had blushed slightly at the thought of this unknown woman-child seeing me half nude. She didn't seem to pay any attention to it at all. 'Well, it seems you were right. It's not too terribly bad. It didn't even go in an inch! We should be able to remove it and have you back on the field in no time!'

I simply stared, for I couldn't look away. The way she moved, talked, and acted. It all seemed so graceful, so easy for her to be here taking care of me. She eventually caught me staring at her. 'Is there something I can do for you, Mr. Whitlock?'

'Call me Major. Mr. Whitlock is too formal.' She stared at me strangely. 'If that is alright with you ma'am.' She smirked.

'Alright, Major. I'm going to go get the doctor. You stay right here.' She looked around to make sure nobody was watching, and then she winked at me. I didn't know why at the time, but my heart raced. She walked away to get the doctor. My mind swirled.

Jasper, you don't even know her. You shouldn't be thinking such things about a fine young lady. Still, I couldn't help it, and when she came back, I couldn't stop the smile that flew to my face. She blushed and smiled back. It was then that I knew. I didn't know how I knew, but I did. I loved her.

That was where he stopped. He didn't have to go any further. I could already guess what happened next. "I understand, Jasper." He looked pained.

"I don't want you to be sad, Alice. I know this probably isn't going to help right now, but I think you have a right to know. I only followed you that day, because I thought Isabella was dead." With that, he got up and left me there to cry, or rather dry sob, alone.

I truly am alone now, aren't I?

EmmettPOV:

"Dang it, Jasper!" Edward shouted. We were all upstairs to give them a bit more privacy. We hardly heard what they were saying, but Edward heard every word.

"What did he do to her, Edward?"

"Emmett, let's just say that she's sobbing her lungs out right now."

I growled and stormed downstairs in time to hear the front door slam closed. I looked around for Alice and found her sitting on the couch, dejected. I walked over and sat beside her, swinging my arm over her shoulders. "Do you want to talk about it sis?" She shook her head no. "Alright. I'll be right here when you do." She put her head on my shoulder and we sat like that for a good twenty minutes before she finally spoke up.

"I'm not good enough for him, Emmett. I thought he loved me, but he doesn't. At least, not any more."

I growled. Anyone who made my little sister talk about herself like that was definitely a jerk. "You're plenty good enough. He's the one who's not good enough. You deserve better." She looked up at me and smiled.

"Thanks, Em. That really means a lot." I smiled down at her.

"Anytime, baby sis." I kissed her cheek. "Wanna go break some trees?"

"You have no idea!" She got up and we sped out into the forest together.

RosaliePOV:

And they're off. I rolled my eyes. What do we do now?

"I don't know. What do you want to do?" It was just Edward and I left. Carlisle and Esme had left to clean up the cottage.

I don't know. What do you want to do? I smirked.

"Well, this is going to get us nowhere. Want to go downstairs so I can kick your butt at Halo?"

I glared at him. Oh, you're so on. Race you to the TV? First one there gets the good controller.

He chuckled. "Oh, it's on now, Rose." Edward flew down the stairs.

"No fair! I didn't even say go!" I stomped my foot and flew after him.

BellaPOV:

Wow. I miss him already. I waslying on my bed staring at the ceiling fan move in lazy circles. I wonder when I'll get to see him again. I know he said lunch, but I don't know if I can wait that long. I sighed as there was a knock at the door. "Coming!" I hopped up and ran down the stairs. I peeked out the window before racing to the door. I flung it open with a loud "Jasper!" He smiled sadly.

"Hello, Isabella. May I come in?" I nodded and opened the door wider.

"Come in. Jasper, what's wrong?" He didn't move. Worriedly, I moved him over to the couch. "Jasper?"

He sighed. "I just explained everything to Alice. She was so sad when I left. I feel so bad."

Oh. "Jasper, look at me. She would have had to find out eventually. It is best she found out from you now than from someone else later." He looked up at me. He still looks so sad. I flung my arm over his shoulder and pulled him closer. I rubbed his arm. "Everything will be alright, Jasper." I was whispering. I don't know why.

"You know what? You're right, Isabella. Thank You." He turned kissed my cheek, and gave me a tight hug.

I smiled and hugged him back. Poor Alice. I'm just glad to have you back, Major.

A/N

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