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Chapter thirty eight.
Evangeline's POV.
I entered the bathroom and leaned against the cool porcelain of the sink. I had just had, quite possibly the most magnificent sex I would ever experience and it had ended with my fiancé basically calling me narcissistic. Not how I had planned things to run.
I fumbled around the bathroom, noticing a small pile of clothing left in the corner from my shower earlier. I bent own to pick up the jeans, before wincing at the sharp pain in my side.
"Evangeline?" Jasper called from outside the door.
"Oh so you like me again, huh." I stated sarcastically as I moved back over to the mirror, I stared at the swelling across my ribs and back, I winced again. It looked awful.
I slid the jeans on, followed by my grey t shirt before tying my hair up.
I looked once again in the mirror at the bruise.
"Fuck." I hissed under my breath.
"I didn't mean any of that, darlin. I told you your emotions are strong when we're that close. I just picked up on your anger for a second…a little stronger than usual." He laughed, almost sounding nervous. I struggled to deny his southern drawl.
I walked over to the door and opened it, Jasper stood in his boxers, leaning against the door frame. I bit my lip slightly as my eyes trailed from his perfectly structured face, his honey blonde hair; down his chiseled stomach.
I was a such a pathetic little girl.
"Forgive me." Jasper tilted his head to the side, speaking softly as he reached out for my hand.
I stared at it, my brow furrowing.
"I'll make it up to you." Jasper smirked, and I placed my hand in his stone cold one,
"I hate you, by the way." I stated sternly.
"I know." He smiled, pulling me suddenly to him. My chest crashed against his.
"Do you think it's a good idea…us carrying on with close physical proximity when it's evident that you absorb my anger like some sort of whacked out vampire sponge?" I babbled, wrapping my arms around his neck as I tried to ignore the ache in my sides.
"As long as you keep with the happy thoughts." Jasper laughed, his lips trailing in between my breasts; still covered with the thin material of the t shirt.
I couldn't say no to Jasper.
I opened my eyes that morning with nothing but apprehension. Christmas. I disliked Christmas. The Cullen version of Christmas wasn't too bad, I adored any time I could spend with them; Jasper in particular. But my actual family were expecting me this morning - in one hour and seven minutes to be exact.
"Evangeline! Evangeline, look!" A light, musical voice sounded from next to my ear. I rolled over onto my front, pulling the duvet over my head to try and block out the sound.
"Don't ruin the excitement with a bad mood! Loooooook!" Alice stomped her foot like a child as she pulled the duvet from me, leaving me lying on the bare bed wearing only a small pair of shorts and a vest.
"Alice, it's cold. Gimme the cover back!" I groaned again as I sat up, facing a bright faced Alice.
"Only once you've listened to what I have to say." She stated as she sat down in front of me on the bed. "I had a vision last night, and I saw thee most amazing thing ever…ever!" Alice grinned. I prompted her to carry on and she continued."The dress. I saw your dress…so all last night whilst we were out the house I started calling all of the designer boutiques in Seattle to see if they could match my description to any of the dresses they have available…no luck. They gave me a few numbers to try in New York, so I did. Furthermore, no luck. But then…" Alice bounced slightly, her excitement was confusing.
"A lovely woman at one of the New York boutiques recognized the description, emailed me a picture of which just so happened to be the exact dress I had seen. Just so happens to be the relatives of the woman I spoke to in New York so she gave me a direct number. They own a miniscule little shop in Italy, make all the gowns themselves and Evangeline…you will just die when you see this dress."
"So basically you woke me up and stole my covers to tell me that you wasted your entire night away from the house…tracking down a dress." I clarified, an Alice nodded in return; the grin still spread across her face.
"Can't I just…wear a suit." I laughed as I stood from the bed.
"You know Jasper would throw a hissy fit if you walked down the aisle in a suit." She laughed.
"True…so, tell me…about this dress." I stated reluctantly.
"It's beautiful…it's ivory silk and lace, super flowy and beautiful and elegant and you will love it!" Alice grinned ear to ear and I couldn't help but laugh."So I was thinking for the whole thing, the color scheme should be really ivory and pastel based. Pale pinks, pale yellows, pale greens…and then you see we can do the whole rough wavy hair thing you seem to love so much, but mix a little flowery headdress in there." Alice sighed as she began making notes.
"Headdress? No one mentioned anything about wearing a headdress." I panicked, my eyes widening slightly; Jasper had obviously sensed my apprehension and I heard him clear his throat. I looked over to see him leaning against the door frame.
"Alice, I would appreciate it if you weren't to scare my girl away from the idea of marrying me." Jasper soft husky voice stated as he sauntered gracefully over to me. I adored the way his light grey shirt clung to his muscular chest. I couldn't help but stare; biting my lip as I watched him smirk at me.
"Evangeline, you've just woken up." He laughed as he placed a gentle kiss on my cheek as Alice stood up.
"Fine, I'll leave. The public display of affection is turning my stomach." Alice mocked with a soft smile as she exited, closing the door behind her.
I ran my hands back through Jaspers hair as he pressed his lips to mine. His cool tongue running over my bottom lip; sending chills down my spine.
His hands wrapped around my waist, tugging at the thin cotton vest I was wearing and pulling it over my head; only to pull away a second later.
"Very, very, very bad human." Jasper growled, his forehead pressed to mine as he stared into my eyes.
"We've got an hour." I groaned as I ran my hands around the cool skin of his neck.
"No we haven't, we've got forty minutes…and you need to get ready." He stated firmly, his lips curling into a crooked smirk. I pouted mockingly, and he cupped my cheek in his hand.
"Later. I promise." And with that Jasper kissed my forehead and I folded my arms in objection. "Come on, scoot scoot." He smirked again, attempting to cover up a laugh.
"Bossy vampire." I frowned before giving him another quick kiss on the lips.
"Go get dressed, I'll make you breakfast and then we'll go." Jasper smiled before exiting.
"Yes sir." I mumbled under my breath as I picked out a pair of jeans and the cute blue lace top that Rosalie had gotten me for Christmas.
I jogged down the stairs after pulling on my sneakers and entered the kitchen, I sat down swiftly at the counter just as Jasper turned around the began pouring me a cup of coffee; something he had become accustomed to.
"You look beautiful." He stated as he handed me the steaming liquid.
"You're biased." I laughed as I set the cup down, inhaling the vanilla-caffeine scent. I frowned slightly, letting go of the cup and pushing it slowly away.
"Evangeline?" Jasper laughed at he began placing the French toast on a plate for me.
"Yes?" I asked quickly.
"You know you just pushed away caffeine, yes?"
"Yeah…err, you know what I think I'm too nervous to eat." I said as I stood up from the table and tucked my hair behind my ear.
"You don't usually turn down food." He frowned, concerned, as he made his way around the counter to me. He slid a cold hand beneath my top and onto my bare back, pushing me closer to him as he closed his eyes.
"Don't try and read me Jasper, all you'll get is nerves." I stated, almost sternly.
"Wrong." Jasper frowned, his eyes still closed in utter concentration.
"Hey now, stop with the fondling already." Emmett grinned and he and Rosalie entered, hand in hand.
"Sshh." Jasper hissed.
"Jasp you're freaking me out." I laughed, and with that Jasper removed his hand from my bare skin and opened his eyes; staring at me with a furrowed brow.
"Sorry…you're awfully dense this morning."
"Wow, you really know how to charm a girl." I laughed.
"Yeah Jasper, get a girl flowers once and a while." Rosalie smirked as she gave me a quick kiss on the cheek. "Good luck today by the way, the top suits you." She smiled.
I felt my heart quicken slightly at the thought, my stomach dropped and felt way too heavy. I let out a long, shaky breath to ease my nerves a little.
"Are you sure you want to do this?" Jasper asked.
"Yes. As you said, if I don't…I'll apparently regret it." I mocked. "Not that I believe that of course…but whatever. You're old, wise, yada yada."
"Come on, I'll take you in." And with that, we left.
But it wasn't until we were sat outside the house, in the car that the real sheer panic set in. I breathed in and out, the pace quickening as Jasper removed my seat belt, leaning over to take my face in his hands.
"My girl, everything will be fine. It's only one day." He comforted, his tone was reassuring and gentle.
"I know that. I know. I just…I hate family. My family…not yours." I babbled, out of breath. Jaspers cold hands left my face quicker than I could realize, just as the passenger door swung open. Jasper leaned in towards me, his hand on my waist.
"Come on." He urged with a soft smile.
"What're you doing?" I questioned as he took my hand.
"I'm taking you in." He smiled. I stood up from the car and he wrapped his arm around my waist. "Don't worry, I'll stay for a bit, make sure everyone's calm and happy." He laughed as we made our way towards the front door. Just as I reached for the door handle, the door swung open. Stella stood with a wide grin spread across her face.
"Evangeline! My little girl, I missed you." She screeched as she wrapped her arms around me.
"Can't…breathe." I groaned as Jasper laughed.
Stella let go and smiled at me.
"You look good." She stated.
"Thanks, Stell." I replied, attempting to hide my nerves.
"Jasper…" Stella smiled again as she embraced Jasper in a hug. Something that surprised even him.
"Merry Christmas." Jasper nodded with one of his charming smiles.
"To you too." Stella replied. "Oh, we've actually got something for you and your family." Stella jumped as she ran into the house. "Come in, come in!" She shouted from the hall, and myself and Jasper obeyed.
"Here you go. It's just a few things…we wanted to let you know that we really appreciate what you're doing for our baby girl." Stella smiled at me this time and for a second I felt way too uncomfortable. Jasper took the large hamper from Stella with grace, as always.
"I better get going, Evangeline, you give me a call when you want me to come get you." Jasper stated as he kissed me lightly on the cheek.
"Sure…" And with that Jasper left.
I felt an immediate rush of emotion, but mostly; I was terrified.
My uncle Daniel wasn't at home, he had been called out to a patient and would be back before dark. Really I just thought he didn't want to see me. Myself and Stella sat comfortably talking to each other in the dining room as she wondered around attempting to sort the mountain of food.
"So how are things with Jasper?" Stella asked.
"Good…" I fumbled with my words when her eyes met mine. I couldn't lie to Stella. I knew that. "We're engaged." And with that Stella let go of the oven door, allowing it to bounce down and release a puff of meat scented air in my direction. My stomach twinged. If the vampires didn't kill me, my nerves would. Her face was entirely shocked and I panicked and once again, my breathing quickened and it felt as if my tongue was trapped in my throat. Everything contracted, my palms sweated. And I was up and out of my seat quicker than I thought humanly possible.
I ran straight up the stairs and crashed into the bathroom, the door slamming behind me as I fell over the toilet. My entire torso jerked and the bitter bile of my empty stomach appeared.
"Evangeline, come out. Please, you didn't even wait for my reaction." Stella called from outside the door. I attempted to reply, but lifting my head from the basin only caused the room to spin. I planted my hand to my forehead and tried to take deep breaths in and out.
"Are you okay?" Stella asked as she entered the bathroom.
"Yeah I just…I've been nervous about coming here for days and I think I just pushed myself a little over the edge." I replied quietly as Stella passed me a glass of water.
"You know how you get when you worry." She laughed as she moved my hair back from my face.
"Yeah, nauseous." I laughed again as I sipped the water, only to bring it back up again three seconds later.
Just then we both heard the front door open, my uncle Daniel calling loudly from the hallway.
"I'm home, lets eat!" Stella laughed at his words as I threw up for a third time at the mention of food.
"Trust him, huh. I'll be right back." Stella hurried out of the bathroom as I curled myself up against the side of the bathtub, the cool metal was comforting. It reminded me of Jasper.
I knew this Christmas would be dreadful, one way or another.
I just didn't expect the dread to come from vomit.
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