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I nod and stare into the woods around us. Everything looks quiet and peaceful, but if Peter says something isn't right, I believe him. The scent is somewhat recognizable like I've smelled it once before, but I can't place it. Suddenly my attention is drawn to a swarm of birds that flies away from the forest, and it is then that I could swear I saw a streak of red in the distance.

Jasper - JPOV

Peter's right. There's something off about this scent. I can feel old habits resurfacing as I turn to my Captain and say: "We're running the border, twice a day. If there's a threat out there, I want it neutralized. Is that clear?"

"Crystal, Major! Let's run."

I nod and follow Peter as he takes off in eastern direction. We run together in complete silence as we touch trees along the way to leave our scent. We make it full circle in no time. I sigh at the prospect of leaving my Bella's side twice a day to run the border and wonder if she would be opposed to running with me. I raise my brows questioningly as I notice the change in Peter's stance. "What's wrong, captain?"

"The girls can't come near the border. Don't ask me why, but my knower is telling me to keep them far away from it."

"So, whatever is out there is a direct threat to Bella and Char?"

"It seems so, Major. We'll need to keep an eye open the entire time."

Well, that's fucking brilliant. We get rid of the Cullens, only to have them replaced by another unknown threat. My Bella is a magnet for danger, that's for sure. Thank God, she's a vampire and can defend herself. My Bella is a force to be reckoned with. She will even be more so with some proper training. "We need to learn Bella how to fight. She can't solely rely on her shield to keep her safe. She needs to learn how to work her shield too. Are you up for the task of training another newborn, Captain?"

"Anything for my little sister, Major. She's going to hate it though."

"Yes, she is, but she'll also understand why we're doing it, and that will make all the difference."

"Says the man in love… You're so whipped, brother."

I roll my eyes at him but don't say anything. He's so right, I'm whipped. I would bring my Bella the moon if she asked for it. The only thing I'll never do is willingly leave her behind. She's my present and my future. My world is worth nothing without Bella by my side. Peter snickers as he looks at my face and says: "Let's get back to your mate, Major. Your dreamy looks are starting to freak me out."

He makes a run for the house before I can reach out to smack him against the head. I shake my head as I hear Peter laughing out loud and run after him. I push down that nagging voice inside my head that keeps telling me I should have recognized the scent at the border. I'm missing something, but I can't, for the love of God, figure out what that is.

Bella - BPOV

I sigh in relief as I hear Jasper and Peter entering the house. Every minute without him beside me was pure torture. I had to keep myself from running after him. Char did her very best to distract me with funny stories of Jasper. "Thank you for distracting me, Char. Does that feeling ever let up?" She gives me a soft smile and says: "It becomes less intense the longer you are together. I still miss Peter when he's not near me, but it's bearable now."

I smile as Jasper drops down on the couch next to me and pulls me close against him. A warm fuzzy feeling blossoms deep inside me as I snuggle even closer. I can hear Peter opening up his mouth to say something and quickly raise my hand to stop him. "Don't you dare ruin this moment with some dumb comment, Peter Whitlock, or I will get Char to slap you again."

"What the… How did…" Jasper tries to hold in his laughter as Peter looks at me, surprise written all over his face. Char smiles her brightest smile as she hugs Peter and says: "Well, it didn't take her long to figure you out, sugar. You act like a real brother and sister already." He pulls Char close and kisses the top of her head while glaring at me. I can see the twinkle in his eyes as he mutters: "She's a witch, I tell you."

"You better hope I'm not, or you might find yourself without your favorite appendage one day." Jasper lets out a loud laugh as Peter takes a step away from me. Char rushes toward me and hugs me, before saying: "God, Bella, you're the best sister ever. I love you so much, sugar. I never thought we would find someone with the ability to shut Peter up, but here you are, and you make Jasper so happy too."

Peter huffs as he drops down on the couch. "Really, woman, whose side are you on?"

"Oh, sugar, you know I love you. I'll always be on your side." I smile as he pulls her close and kisses the living daylight out of her. I instantly know where that kiss is going to lead to. I quickly turn my attention to the man that owns my heart. Jasper is looking at his brother and sister with a loving smile, before turning to meet my gaze. He kisses the tip of my nose and says: "Did you and Char have fun while we were gone, pumpkin?"

"Yes, we did. She told me some very interesting stories about you, Major Whitlock."

He groans as he pulls me into his lap. "I bet she did. Do I even want to know what she told you, darlin'?" I move so that I'm straddling him. I softly kiss his lips and say: "Probably not, you know she adores you. Your ego doesn't need any more stroking." Jasper snickers as he pulls me closer to whisper in my ear. "You're right, darlin', but I can think of something else that would love some stroking."

I giggle as I let my hand travel down his chest to the front of his jeans. A glance across the room tells me Peter and Char are no longer there, they probably went upstairs to their room. I lick my lips and feel Jasper hardening underneath me. He groans as he squeezes my ass: "You don't even realize how sexy you are when you lick those lips of yours, pumpkin." I kiss him passionately as I unbutton his jeans to free his hard member.

Jasper - JPOV

I gasp for unneeded air as Bella unzips my jeans, and her hand slips around my member. I can feel myself hardening instantly. She softly moves her hand up and down, and I shift on the couch to give her better access. I can smell her arousal as she leans down and runs her tongue from base to tip before swirling her tongue around the head. I twist my fingers in her hair as she takes me into her mouth. She wraps her hand around the base as she slowly swallows me as deeply as she can, moaning around me. The vibrations shoot right through me, and I groan: "Fuck, Bella!"

My head falls back, and I close my eyes while Bella speeds up her pace. It's getting impossible for me to form a coherent sentence. My mate is simply divine. "Darlin', please, don't stop… I'm… Bella!" I cry out her name as she pushes me over the edge, and I come into her mouth. Bella moans as she swallows everything I gave her and licks her lips as she looks at me like the cat that ate the canary. I button up my jeans and growl softly before pulling her to me for a passionate kiss. "You little vixen, I love you so much."

"I love you too, Jasper, more than you will ever know."

"That's where you're wrong, pumpkin. I can feel how much you love me. Empath, remember?"

She swats my head playfully and kisses me softly. "Oh hush, you know what I mean."

"Yes, I do, pumpkin, because I feel the exact same way for you."

I close my eyes as Bella's feelings wash over me and sigh happily. The purity and intensity of her feelings are highly addictive. I will never tire of feeling them. Bella grabs the remote control before plopping down on the couch next to me again. "Do you want to watch a movie with me, Jasper?"

"I would love to, darlin'."

I snicker as Bella lets out a little squeal and starts browsing Netflix to pick out a movie. She settles on a costume drama and quickly becomes enthralled by the story. I watch my gorgeous Bella as she gets lost in the movie she picked. I soak up her emotions once again and stare in wonder at the beauty that is my Bella. Watching her is better than any movie out there. If Bella were to ask me what I thought of the movie I'm supposed to be watching, I wouldn't be able to tell her what the movie was about, even if my life depended on it.

Peter and Char enter the room right as the closing credits start running down the screen, and Bella asks them if they want to watch a movie with us. I look at the clock and realize that we still have plenty of time before our evening perimeter run. Peter notices my glance and gives me a quick nod. Char and Bella quickly agree on a movie, and I watch it this time around. I can't remember the last time I was ever this happy. I'm finally home with my mate, my brother, and my sister.

Bella - BPOV

I smile happily as Jasper lets his gift slip for just a second, and I'm covered in love and happiness. I can't even begin to imagine the horrors that he, Peter, and Char had to endure all those years in the Southern wars. Jasper told me his story but I'm quite certain that the reality was much harder and deadlier than the story version. He really could have been lost to me a hundred times over and I'll be forever grateful that he was strong enough to survive. My love for him will never fade.

Jasper moves to stand as the closing titles of the movie start rolling down the screen. I give him a questioning glance and he leans down to kiss the top of my head. "Peter and I need to check the perimeter again, pumpkin. He noticed a strange scent earlier, and we want to keep an eye out for possible danger. Peter's gift is telling us to stay alert. You and Char need to stay clear of the borders, and we are teaching you to fight. Peter and Char will help you with that. You need to train your shield as well. Do you understand why I'm asking this, Bella?"

"Yes, and I know you wouldn't ask me if it wasn't necessary. I'm not going to like this, am I?"

Jasper snickers and pulls me close for a kiss, before saying: "Probably not, pumpkin. We've got to run now. Stay inside the house with Char. We'll be back before you know it."

I nod as Jasper and Peter leave the room and turn to face Char. She opens her arms to hug me. "Don't you worry, sugar, they will be just fine."

I give her a small smile, but I know it doesn't reach my eyes. I plop back on the couch and pick another movie, but I can't shake the feeling that something is wrong. It almost feels like we're being watched.

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