A/N: Okay, I realize it's been like 5 months since I've updated but I had major writers block. I've been so overwhelmed with my other stories and school that I've been having trouble writing. However, I really appreciate all the people who have stuck with me during my absence. I promise there won't be such a long wait for the next one.

Disclaimer: SM owns Twilight. I only own the plot and Jagger.

Previously on Needing You:

I glared at the phone, sitting open on the table. There wasn't much I could do.

The message rang clear in my head.

Was I prepared to let this happen?

I had to. For Jagger's sake.

Time is running out. I'll see you soon. X


Chapter 9

Jasper

I didn't know what was worse.

The fact that Bella ran out on me and didn't tell me what was wrong, or the irrational fear that I was going to lose her again.

I didn't think I was being irrational. The way she panicked when she saw whatever was on her phone and the amount of absolute despair rolling off her was enough to egg me on. I needed to find out what happened. I needed to protect my family from whatever was scaring her.

"Where are you going?" Emmett said, pausing the game.

"I'm going to see Bella."

"I'm coming with you."

I didn't waste time arguing. He simply dropped the remote and followed me out. It was a strange sight, since Emmett rarely ever left without finishing a game. But I knew he was only playing to keep himself distracted. We decided to run, knowing it was faster than the car.

The emotions coming from Bella's house was staggering. My knees nearly buckled under the assault.

"What is it?"

"Something's wrong with Bella." I picked myself up and ran to the house. I didn't waste time knocking. Throwing open the door, I could see things thrown around the room. I began to panic as I called out to her. "Bella? Jagger? Anyone here?" I turned to Emmett. "Stay here. Make sure no one comes into close proximity." Emmett nodded and left the house.

I searched every room until I came across Bella's. There she was, still in one piece, thankfully, but throwing clothes into a duffel bag.

"Bella?" I knew she heard me but she didn't turn around. "Darlin', what's happening? Are you going somewhere?"

"Jagger and I are leaving."

Those words cut through my dead heart as I realized what she was saying. "Why?"

"It's better this way." She wouldn't look at me but I could feel how hard this was for her to say. She didn't want to leave. I took comfort in that.

"You don't mean that." I said. "Bella, what's going on? Why are you leaving?"

Her back tensed and I wished I could do something, anything to understand.

"Bella, please talk to me. Help me understand."

"I can't, Jasper. I just can't."

"Yes, you can." I said fiercely. "I just got you back. There is no way in hell I'm going to let you go again."

"Jasper," Her voice broke and there was nothing I could do to help her. I turned her around and wrapped my arms around her, holding her securely against me. She fought, but there was no way in hell I was letting her go.

"You don't think I'm going to let you go, after all this time, do you?" I whispered. "I am here for you no matter what. I will tie you to a chair and sit on you until I make you see reason." I felt a spike of lust—my own, not hers—but now was certainly not the time for that. "Bella, you are my life. If something happens to you, I don't know what would happen."

She didn't say anything. I leaned back, tipping her face up to look at me. "Please, darlin'. Just tell me what happened."

Bella swallowed and nodded her head. I let her go hesitantly and she walked over to the bed, tossing me her cell phone. Opening it up, I looked at the message.

Time is running out. I'll see you soon. X

"What the hell does that mean?" I demanded. "Bella, what's going on?"

She sagged onto the bed and put her head in her hands. I crouched in front of her. "Please, darlin'. Just talk to me."

"About five years after Jagger was born, we came across a powerful nomad. We were living in Boston. I had gone out for a hunt while Jagger was sleeping. He was nearly full grown by then and I knew he could take care of himself if something happened. I didn't expect the vampire to show up. It caught me completely off guard." She paused, probably trying to gage my reaction. My jaw clenched but I didn't say anything, waiting for her to continue.

"His name is Ignacio." This time I growled before she had the chance to finish. I squeezed my arms tightly around her waist. I was relieved she was a vampire or I would have broken something.

"Ignacio?" I hissed.

She nodded, chewing on her bottom lip. I knew Ignacio. He was a dangerous vampire. He was power hungry, despite the power he already possessed. He was able to control all the elements: fire, water, air earth and spirit. That alone was enough to make anyone fear them.

"What happened?" I demanded.

"He thought Jagger was an immortal child." She whispered.

"An immortal child?"

She nodded. "To be fair, it isn't hard to believe that Jagger could have been considered an immortal child. If it wasn't for his heartbeat and the fact that he kept growing, I would have thought the same had I been in his position."

"What exactly does Ignacio want?"

"He wants Jagger. Jagger is... special."

"Special how?"

She avoided my gaze. "When he gets really angry, he sort of... creates balls of fire."

I stared at her in confusion and amazement. "He can control one of the elements?"

"Yes. The first time it happened was when Ignacio first appeared. He was trying to kill me for breaking one of the most important rules. Jagger was woken up by our struggles and we learned the truth. Ignacio was surprised and let go of me. Jagger protected me." I growled, low in my throat. My son was only a boy and he had protected her from a threat I should have been there to stop.

"It's okay, Jasper." She rubbed my chest, affectively soothing me.

"No Bella, it's not. I should have been there. I was a coward and left. I should have stayed. Even if you didn't share my feelings, I should have stayed."

Bella watched wide-eyed. "Jasper,"

"I'm so sorry Bella." I buried my face in her lap, wrapping my arms around her waist.

She didn't say anything. She simply ran her fingers through my hair. "I love you so much."

"I love you too."

It was the first time she really said those words to me. I wrapped her in my arms and kissed her hard. "God, I love you."

We kissed for a long time until I heard a loud cough. Bella pulled away and looked over my shoulder. I didn't have to turn around to know it was Jagger. Bella's embarrassment was enough. I didn't doubt she would be blushing if she could.

"I thought you two were only talking."

Bella shrugged. "It's been twenty-five years, Jag. If you were separated from your mate for that long, you'd have the same reactions."

Jagger gagged. "Too much info there, Ma,"

She giggled and rested her head on my shoulder. "Come here baby." She held her arms out for him. "I was just finishing up the story."

He sighed and came to sit beside her.

"What happened with Ignacio? Why is he looking for you?"

"He wants Jagger. Ignacio is collecting other hybrids that control the different elements. It appears only the hybrids are capable of it because they are part human."

I didn't understand and Bella noticed the look on my face. "Jagger isn't the only hybrid. Apparently there are others. Ignacio didn't know either until he met Jagger. Then it became his goal to search for all the hybrids."

"What does he want them for?"

"He wants to build an army." Jagger said. "He wants to use them to overthrow the Volturi and ultimately take over the world."

"Does the Volturi know about his?"

"Yes." Bella said. "They are aware but I don't know what they're planning."

"But why didn't Ignacio take Jagger when he was a boy?"

Bella and Jagger exchanged glances. "He wanted to wait until Jagger got a better control over his powers. The problem is Jagger is a very mellow person. He doesn't get angry that often. The only thing that really sets him off is when there is danger to the people that he loves. Ignacio doesn't know about Charlie and Sue or even about you and the Cullens."

"He wants to kill Ma and take me away." Jagger said quietly. "He knows I won't go with him if she were still alive."

"Why warn her, then?"

"He wants to know that my death is coming soon. It's like a game of cat and mouse." Bella shivered. "It's like the James issue all over again."

My eyes hardened. "I will never let anyone get that close to you again, Isabella."

"There's nothing we can do."

"There is plenty we can do." I growled. "I was a soldier before Alice found me. I fought in the Southern Wars."

Jagger's surprise skyrocketed. "You're Major Whitlock?"

I nodded curtly. "I will do anything to keep you safe, Isabella." I growled. "You and Jagger are my life."

"It's too late, Jasper. Ignacio is coming for us."

"How long until he gets here?"

"A couple of weeks give or take."

I started calculating. "We're going to need some help then."

"Jasper,"

"Jagger, go outside. Emmett is there, watching for any trespassers. I want you to go to the Cullens and tell the rest of the family."

Jagger got up without another word.

"See you in the morning, Ma."

"Jasper?"

Bella

"Jasper?" I asked softly.

"I won't let anything happen to you, Bella." He growled, pushing me down onto the couch. He held me under him, growling.

"Jasper," I groaned and he rocked his hips against mine. I could feel his very prominent erection through his jeans.

"It's been too long." He hands roughly tore my shirt off. His eyes had gone black with lust and anger. I knew the anger wasn't directed at me but it frightened me a little. Jasper nuzzled his face against my neck, breathing in my scent. "I'm not going to hurt you, Bella. You don't have to be afraid."

Jasper's hands moved along my sides slowly, making me shiver in delight and anticipation. His fingers barely grazed my lace covered breasts. "I love you so much, Bella. I won't lose you to a psychopathic vampire."

"Jasper,"

"What do you want, Isabella?" he whispered, yanking my jeans and panties down until I was naked beneath him.

"I want you to fuck me, Jasper." So much for taking it slow.

Jasper removed his clothes and hovered over me. His eyes were still dark but he lost some of the animalistic look.

I flipped him over until I was straddling his waist. I ran my fingers along his silky smooth erection. He groaned. "Bella," he groaned. "Just fuck me already."

"With pleasure," I whispered. I ran my tongue along the shell of his ear. He shuddered and his hands tightened on my waist. "Are you ready, cowboy?"

I slammed down on his cock. Jasper groaned. I held still, adjusting to his large size. It's been so fucking long.

"Bella," he groaned. "If you don't fucking move—"

I rode him hard. With each powerful thrust, Jasper's powers went on the fritz. Love and lust washed over me and I sent it back to him.

"Bella, I'm going to come," he groaned.

"Come for me, Jasper."

"Jasper!" I screamed as I came hard, milking his cock. Jasper groaned my name as his orgasm overtook him.

I collapsed on his chest, burying my nose in his chest. He smelled amazing. "I've missed you so much." I whispered.

"I've missed you too, Isabella." His arms tightened and he sighed.

"I never thought I'd get to be with you again."

He looked at me, his eyes back to his normal golden colour. "Nor did I,"

"I'm so happy to be in your arms again."

"I'm never letting you go, Isabella."

"I can live with that."

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