After crossing the Columbia River, Jasper finally took mercy on Bella, pulling back his influence to allow her to awaken. Having slept for the better part of five hours, he realized Bella would likely need to stop for food and other human necessities.

As she roused, Bella glanced around in confusion. The haze of sleep lifting from her mind, she realized she was curled up in Jasper's truck, wrapped in jackets that must belong to Alice. She was thankful for them – it was apparent Jasper had cranked the heater up to full blast in an effort to keep the cab warm – but it was still chilly with the open windows. No doubt Jasper was attempting to diffuse the scent of her blood.

Sitting up and rubbing the sleep from her eyes, Bella glanced at Jasper. "Where are we?"

"Oregon, just past the border. You hungry darlin'?""Umm… kinda." Bella looked at Jasper in confusion. He was going to kill her, why bother feeding her? For that matter, why were they in Oregon? Was this where the property he mentioned was?

Feeling her confusion, Jasper chuckled. "Starving you to death is not my intention Darlin."

"Why not? I mean, why drag it out Jasper? I know Alice is everything to you. Keeping me alive is endangering her."

Sobering quickly, Jasper glanced towards Bella, "You always understood and accepted us far too easily Bella. Your right; with you breathing Alice's life is at risk. I won't allow that – and you know it. Don't think I didn't notice just how well you planned out that meeting back at the house. Kudos to you for managing to keep Alice out of the loop! Now, how about you point out a restaurant to pick up some fast food and take a quick break. You can eat in the truck while I explain just why you are still alive."