This is the last chapter of the story. I had never meant for it to end this way, but for some reason I think it was appropriate in my eyes. Sorry, people, but this chapter is a little sad and it might not be what you expected. It was difficult for me to write it, too. :( If you did not like the ending, please tell me. I might write an alternate ending.
What is a youth? Impetuous fire.
What is a maid? Ice and desire.
The world wags on.
A rose will bloom
It then will fade
So does a youth.
So does the fairest maid.
Comes a time when one sweet smile
Has its season for a while...Then love's in love with me.
Some they think only to marry, Others will tease and tarry,
Mine is the very best parry. Cupid he rules us all.
Caper the cape, but sing me the song,
Death will come soon to hush us along.
Sweeter than honey and bitter as gall.
Love is a task and it never will pall.
Sweeter than honey...and bitter as gall
Cupid he rules us all
- What Is A Youth?, Romeo and Juliet Movie
Jasper POV:
I sat down. That was all I could do. I thought leaving her would make me forget but it didn't. She has been on my mind every second of my life ever since I have left. Her scent wrapped my body and I did not want it to go away. I looked at my phone.
Zero calls received today.
I knew it was rather pathetic of me to check my calls log, but there was an urge within me to do so. The wind was blowing on my flesh with an intense force. I closed my eyes, knowing I couldn't sleep. I was leaning against the tree, and I imagined her next to me. I knew that with her all my problems would be gone. She was more than I could ever wish for. My love. The emptiness that I always had that I could never figure out how to fill. I could feel my eyes aching with pain; there was great tension. My eyes wanted to burst, yet there were no tears. I took my shirt off so I could feel the coldness mix with my bare, freezing chest. My skin and the wind mixed together so well, I felt nothing on my body. It was numb. I suddenly heard a familiar ring tone. My hands reached for the phone as quick as I could. It was her.
"Hello? Where are you? I really need to talk to you." A beautiful, known voice melted my body with its softness. It was as if I were a human again; the blood flowing under my skin and spreading it with warmth.
"B-Bella?" I did not believe that I had just stuttered. I have never done that while being a vampire. I could not control it. I felt nervous; a feeling I have never experienced during this new life.
"I miss you." I could feel her eyes tearing.
"I'll be right there. Alright?" I would do anything for this girl.
"Yes." She said, with a beam of hope in her voice.
I ran. I did not even think twice. After a few minutes, I felt weaker, but I did not stop. I would be there for her.
Many hours later, I arrived. I climbed into her window with the strength I had left. It was unrealistic. She sat on her bed, her arms folded. I felt a heartbeat. I put my hand over my chest, and it was as if I also had a heart. It was for her.
"Jasper!" she got off her bed and ran to the window.
Bella POV:
I could not believe my eyes. He was standing there. I ran and yelled "Jasper!"
He put his strong hands on my face. I was feeling much more at ease with myself.
"Is it okay?" He asked and I knew exactly what he meant. I didn't hesitate this time; I went for it myself. I locked my lips with his and I realized how much I missed that feeling. His lips tasted so sweet, and mine fit with his perfectly. One of his hands was on my back, and the other on shoulder.
"Are you alright, hun?" He asked.
"No, not really… Where were you?" I suddenly remembered.
"I was in Canada. It was a nice break from here." He smiled. " But unfortunately, there was one memory that was always in my head."
"What memory?"
"You." There was genuineness in his voice. I could not go against it. It felt like there was something slicing through the infinite thick layers that were protecting his feelings against his will. He surrendered; he couldn't hide what he was trying to. "Bella…" He sighed as if he knew what he was about to say would not be something I'd like. "Did you have time to think it over? Do you want to go away with me? I know you have problems now, but you can tell them to me later. I will listen, Bella. I promise. I… Want to be with you forever. Bella. Marry me."
Shock pulsed through my body. My eyes were dry and open wide. I was sure my mouth was open, too. What did he just say?
"What did you just say?" I put my thoughts into words. I didn't sound angry; more like surprised.
"Marry me. I mean, will you marry me, Isabella?" he asked and the second I heard the hope in his voice I could find my eyes tear up yet again. How could I do this? I betrayed Edward, and I only called Jasper here out of selfishness. I took a break from them, and they only seemed to come back.
"I won't do this to you anymore. I won't wreck your life. I love you. I love you more than Edward. But I can't say no to your question and I cannot do this to Edward. I have to leave. I have to get out. I will not be selfish again; especially not to you." I paused. "And Jasper… Don't go. You only have one life and you are fortunate enough to have eternity. Use it to your advantage."
It didn't take a while until I had left. Charlie took it very well. I moved in back with my mother, who was currently living in Florida with Phil. I graduated school in Florida. I went to college, and became involved with business. I worked for the most of my life. I could never find anyone to replace the hole that has been carved in my heart. I never would try to find someone, either. I regretted what has happened with every part of my heart, but I could not go back.
Jasper POV:
The last seventy years have been a pain, but I kept repeating her words in my head. Don't go…You only have one life…I love you… I love you more than Edward… Those were the most painful but the most encouraging words I have inside me. The last words I have ever heard from the most beautiful and amazing girl.
The first ten years I did not know what to do. I lived in Canada, in the mountains. I never left. Carlisle came twice to ask me to come back, but I refused. After those ten years, I decided to go back to their home. Edward was depressed, but everyone welcomed me back. These last years were dull and regretful. Edward went to the Volturi seventeen years ago, and his wish was granted. He said he could not live without her. I would be gone long ago if it wasn't for the words she said, or that I knew that there was a chance that she was still in this world.
I ran around Forks. I decided to walk by the old school. After, I walked by her home. I paused and looked at it. It was forgotten and dusted. By the house there was a woman with short gray hair. Her shoulders were hunched and she was very pale, with wrinkled skin. She turned around and I looked into her eyes, knowing who she was. All the times I had wished to die have vanished when I saw that she is alive.
"I..Is that you, Jasper?" Her voice had changed, but it still resembled her.
"Bella." I said.
"We will meet again, Jasper. I dream about you every night. I refuse to forget you." Her voice became shaky. She looked very fragile. "One day we will be together, Jasper. We will be in a different place, but we will be together." She said with a smile.
I wished I had eyes to cry with. She still loves me and remembers me.
"I love you." I said. She smiled, and walked away.
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