The trip took approximately five hours including the midway stop we made in Illinois. The plane stopped at Seattle and then we took a taxi to Forks; the whole way was extremely exciting for us, Jasper in particular. When we disembarked from the cab, I handed the driver a reasonably high tip then, together we carried our luggage and ran.

Luckily our bags were tightly wrapped in cellophane so there wasn't much damage, but when we reached the two story mansion I spotted a tear on one of my carriers.

"Now, how do we get in?" I questioned telepathically.

"There's an open window...I think you'll be able to fit inside."

"Thanks, Jazz."

Putting down my bags, I took a step back and jumped forward lithely, with a perfect landing inside. I strode towards the door and unlocked it, welcoming Jasper inside.

"You don't think we're being rude?"

"Nope, they've already accommodated our rooms. Let's leave our things here and go introduce ourselves."

As quickly as we came in we left, running in the thickets of trees and other wildlife along the path I had seen. Sure enough, there they were hunting again. Edward had already sensed our approach and had warned the others in advance, so when we met they were on their guard.

"Mind if we join you, Carlisle?"

Carlisle straightened up with a baffled look whereas Edward growled menacingly.

"Oh there's no need to worry," Jasper chimed in "We're family."

"Family?" Rosalie sneered as Emmett held her arms firmly "I don't recall ever meeting either of you. You must have the wrong-"

"And it's nice to meet you too, Rosalie."

By now all of the Cullens were apprehensive of us, as they started to back up slowly. I smiled radiantly, knowing what to expect next so I continued to articulate the information I knew regarding each of them; also keeping my thoughts very straightforward for Edward to read.

His topaz irises locked with mine as he concentrated on my thoughts; meanwhile Jasper was trying to change the tense atmosphere surrounding us. Pretty soon, everyone was calm and Edward stepped forward while saying "It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Alice."

I giggled contentedly and leaped forward to hug him. "It's nice to meet you too, dear brother."

"Edward?" Carlisle asked as the others waited for an explanation.

Edward mentally clarified our purpose to the others, and then Carlisle laughed while muttering "Oh, is that it?" then addressed us

"Welcome Alice and Jasper to our coven."

Esme, Edward, and Emmett greeted us with a hug however; Rosalie still looked defiant on the subject of our arrival.

"So," Carlisle continued "According to Edward, both of you have been searching for a better way to live as vampires, correct? Well, you've come to the right place. I originally came across the idea when I was a new-born, and as you can see I formed a coven and they have been with me since. Emmett is our newest member, three months to be exact."

Emmett winked at me, which frustrated Rosalie who turned her head away promptly.

"I see...so now that we've introduced ourselves, which room can I move into?"

Everyone laughed heartily as this, including Jasper, as we all made our way home. Jasper gave an irrevocable twitch and I stopped suddenly, remembering that we were bloodthirsty.

"Um, why don't you guys catch up? Jasper and I haven't hunted yet."

"Oh," Carlisle said in surprise "Do you need help?"

"No thanks, I've seen you guys hunt before so I understand the perception."

As soon as they left, we got into hunting mode and charged after a couple of deer. It was quite simple; all we had to do was bite it where its vein pulsed. The warm blood trickled down its bodies' as Jazz and I drank, though the taste wasn't as delicious as human blood.

We got back quite satisfied and saw to our amazement that Esme had greeted us warmly by lavishly decorating the mansion with heavenly scents such as sage, lavender, and vanilla.

"It's just a little something to enjoy everyday." Esme said as she came out of the kitchen. Edward was sitting at the grand piano, playing a very intricate and exquisite melody.

"Thank you so much for the hospitality." Jasper answered.

"You're most certainly welcome, Jasper. Also, there's no need to be so formal...we are family."

"Yes, of course." I added as I grabbed his arm and we headed upstairs. We passed by the master bedroom, Rosalie's room, Emmett's room, and then I paused by Edward's room.

Jasper continued to the empty room next to Edward's but I entered his, and gave a small gasp of astonishment. Fifteen minutes later, I was dumping Edward's belongings in the garage. Once I completed decorating and organizing my room, Edward came upstairs and gave a groan.

"Alice, where's my stuff?"

"I placed it in the garage."

"Why?"

"Your room has the best view."

"Huh, seems we're going to get along just fine." He murmured as he stormed out of the room.

At around dusk, Jazz and I headed to the dining room where the rest of our family wanted to get to know us more. There was also the question of our profession that we were going to choose.

"Wait a minute, both of you have gifts like Edward?" Carlisle asked stunned.

We glanced at each other in unison and Jasper replied "Yes, I have the ability to understand and control the emotions of other humans or vampires; and Alice is-"

"-psychic." I finished for him.

"That's somewhat astounding, seeing that several vampires get this...anyways, do either of you have any ideas of what you would like to do for professions? I'm a doctor, Esme is part-time interior designer and part-time architect, Emmett is an auto-mechanic, Rosalie works at a nursery, and Edward is still enrolled in school. If you want, you guys can also go to school of you're unsure..."

I spoke up first "Actually, I'm deciding between an event planner and a fashion designer. Until then I've chosen to predict the trends in the stock market."

Jazz declared that he would like to become a psychologist, but would like to remain at home for the time being until he could get used to being around humans.

Impressed with our decisions, Carlisle asked if we had inquiries but we had none; thanks to my visions and with that he concluded: "Well then Alice and Jasper, let us make many memories together as a family."

That moment I will cherish forever, because although I became a vampire the Cullens helped Jazz and I live a happier life; that was when the light shined brightly once more.