Chapter Twenty Five A
Bella
When I opened my eyes I was fascinated by the dust swirling in the rays of light beaming through the window, I had a dim memory of looking at the stars with Jasper but I couldn't remember when. As my eyes took in the room I noticed him standing there. The scars I had barely been able to see with my human eyes were much worse than I had imagined, crescents overlapping each other. He looked dangerous but as I started to react to the danger I felt my overwhelming love for him squashing the fear. He stood very still just watching me and I felt his apprehension. I listened to the bird song outside, it was so beautiful that it took my whole interest for a few seconds before I noticed the sun on my skin. It sparkled like diamonds, just like Jasper's had done. I watched the play of light while still keeping an eye on him too. I sat up and realized with awe that I could not only feel my legs again but move them too. I was so excited I jumped out of the bed and out of the window without conscious thought. The grass felt wonderful under my feet and I wriggled my toes in its dew laden blades. Again the play of sunlight on my skin caught my attention and I watched it, aware when Jasper followed me with his eyes. Suddenly I heard something and ran to investigate. I knew he was following me but I didn't feel threatened, I knew it was my mate behind me. When I got to the pond I stopped remembering the night we'd got back from Volterra and how he'd hunted in the morning while I watched. Hunted, suddenly I felt my throat burning, I saw a movement in the trees and recognized it as a deer. I heard its heartbeat and a craving for its blood overtook me. I was on it in a second, breaking its neck by instinct and drinking its warm blood. As it slid down my throat I moaned in pleasure. Pleasure, that made me think of Jasper again and I looked at him standing on the far side of the pond watching me. His beautiful golden eyes were flashing orange and I smiled.
Jasper
It was amazing to watch Bella run after the deer and take it down so quickly. When she'd drained it she turned to me, her red eyes burning, her lips stained with blood, a single trickle running down her breast and she smiled at me. I stood craving her touch but unsure she would welcome me. Then she stunned me by leaping the pond and landing in a crouch at my feet. I heard a soft rumble in her throat and tensed for the attack. When it came I staggered back under the onslaught. She gripped my arms and pulled me into an embrace whispering, "Mine Jasper, Mine". She knocked me to the ground and I didn't resist knowing she was, at least for now, far stronger than me. Whatever it was she thought I had of hers I would find out soon enough. She sat on my stomach and looked at me intently. "Bella" I said her name quietly so as not to startle her. She looked around then back down at me. Then she lowered her head to the side of my neck and I tensed. This was a dangerous position for me, she could rip my throat out in an instant. I felt her breath against my throat., then I heard her, Jasper Whitlock you are mine, for eternity" and she bit down on my shoulder. I tensed as the venom in the bite stung, she had just marked me as hers and I was filled with joy. She flipped us over and nuzzled my throat as her hands, impatient, ripped my jeans off in one fluid motion and could see I was already aroused. Growling again she turned us once more and slid down my erection until we were fully coupled. I gasped in pleasure as she rode me for what seemed hours stopping each time just before I was about to explode and allowing me to calm slightly before starting her motions once more. Eventually I couldn't take it any longer and I flipped us so I was on top of her and plunged as far as I could into her, before coming explosively inside. I groaned and bit down on her shoulder marking her as she had me then relaxing onto her breathless and utterly spent. She pushed my head up slightly and smiled kissing me gently, "Mine" she whispered and let my head fall back on her shoulder. I took her hunting again later, she was a natural although she seemed to be more interested in watching me than feeding and this I found strange. I could feel her joy and exultation as she ran through the woods. After so long on crutches or being carried she was finally master of her own body again. Time after time she came back to me as if for reassurance and each time we ended up on the ground in a tangle of limbs, she was insatiable. Eventually I persuaded her to come back to the house with me so we could shower and dress, although I liked the sight of my naked huntress so much it seemed a shame to hide her glorious body from view. As we got out of the shower she stiffened and I stopped to hear what had alarmed her. I could hear footsteps crunching the dry leaves under their tread. I couldn't hear a heartbeat though so I wasn't worried she would attack. "Come. We have time to dress" I told her pulling on her arm. She looked at me and smiled, "OK, Who is it?" I shrugged, "No idea but it's not a human so you will be fine. Just stand well back and I'll keep you calm". She nodded and dressed quickly watching me all the time.
Peter
I knew I wasn't welcome but I had to let the Major know the message we got from Alaska, they needed to prepare. As I got close to the cabin I suddenly realized I couldn't hear a heartbeat although I could smell Bella. Fuck! he'd already turned her and that was a complication we could have done without, we didn't need to be nurse maid to a new-born while the shit was flying. As I approached the door it opened and Jasper stood there watching me warily. "What do you want Peter. Now isn't a good time." I nodded, "Yeah I guessed that. Is she awake yet?" As I said that I saw a movement behind him and she appeared, a vision of beauty with crimson eyes, watching me intently. "Bella" I said smiling at her but ready to move fast when she attacked. She looked at me for several minutes and I saw her testing the air, then she shook the hell out of me by smiling, "Peter. You look even better now I can see properly." I looked at Jasper for an explanation as she took Jasper's hand and went to stand at his side. "She...how long...what the hell is going on Major" was all I could splutter out. He looked at her with wonder and admiration, "No idea Peter. But then Bella's always been special. Haven't you darlin'?" She smiled at him and nuzzled his neck, "It's good to see you Peter but could you go now. I need some time to get used to what I am." I looked at her as I spoke to Jasper. Sorry Bella but we've had a message from Alaska through Jake and trouble is on its way . It seems there's a rift in the Volturi and a group of storm troopers is headed this way with a flame thrower aimed at your man there". I saw her eyes narrow and heard her snarl "I think maybe you'd better go away until its all over cos we can't be watching our backs for you and the Volturi guard from the front honey". Before I'd finished she was right in my face, "Listen to me Peter Whitlock. If my mate is in danger then my place is beside him and anyone who tries to stop me will find themselves with parts missing, understand?" She was shaking with anger but still in control. I had no fucking idea how but she sure wasn't acting like a newborn. I held my hands up in mock surrender. "Whoa girl, step back. No one is coming between you two. I just thought as a newborn", she didn't wait for me to finish, "Well don't think just do as you're told". And she was once again by Jasper's side holding his hand and glaring murderously at me. "Maybe we could take this down a notch or two". I suggested and she smiled "As long as you know where I stand". I knew all right and it would take a courageous man to suggest otherwise now.
Jasper
I knew Peter wouldn't be here if it wasn't serious so I gestured for him to come in, which he did warily, never taking his eyes off Bella. She in turn watched him but I felt what she felt and had to smile, she'd measured him against me and then dismissed him, now she was wary for me and I knew if he made the wrong move she'd be on him immediately, protecting me. I sat with her on the couch and she snuggled into me for reassurance, her hands on my chest under my shirt. "Sorry to bust in on you but the Guardians have had word from Volterra that Marcus is making a move and he's gunning for you Jazz".