A/N Sorry for the huge delay, I've been really busy with school. See, I made it much longer. So will you forgive me *puppy dog eyes* Thanks for all of your lovely reviews, every single one puts a smile on my face XD Enjoy.

Disclaimer: I do not own Twilight, SM does.

Previously

Maria smiled. "I knew you'd make the right choice. I will give you a week. When that's over, I'll expect you to return, with both of them, of course." She laughed and ran out of the tent.

Jasper couldn't contain the hatred he felt for Maria and roared out his frustration. He heard Peter's heartbeats speeding up and knew he had to act now. He lifted up Bella's hand. "I'm sorry, Isabella." He bit down and injected his venom into her.

There was no turning back now.

Chapter Two: A Hunting We Will Go

As soon as Jasper had bit Bella, he immediately jumped back, not wanting to drain her. He had control of his bloodlust, but didn't want to take any chances. He had not fed for several days, deciding to hunt before he left to find his family. Not anymore. He thought bitterly. Jasper did not know how Maria had found his family, but he hated her even more, if that was possible. He vowed that one day he would end Maria and her entire regime of newborns.

Jasper's eyes flashed to Peter. His change should be complete in a few minutes. He hoped that enough venom had entered Bella's bloodstream so that Peter wouldn't attack her. He really didn't want to have to hurt his friend to protect his sister.

Peter's heart beat even faster, each beat almost blending into the next until his heart suddenly stopped. Jasper crouched defensively in front of Bella, waiting for Peter to open his eyes to his new..life.

Peter seemed to take a deep breath before opening his eyes. He calmly stood up and raised an eyebrow at Jasper's stance. "Did ya really think I was gonna attack her?"

Jasper was frozen, completely dumbfounded. He had never seen a newborn awaken with such control. "What…how did you..why aren't you..?"

Peter shrugged. "I don't really know. My throat burns like hell, but something told me that I had to remain calm."

Jasper still seemed speechless and Peter shook his head in exasperation. "I think you're dead for a year and I don't even get a hello? A 'how are you, Peter'? You just stand there catchin' flies?"

Jasper shook his head and smiled. "You would be the one vampire that didn't act like a normal newborn."

Peter grinned. "You better get used to it."

Jasper narrowed his eyes and he glanced in Bella's direction with a worried expression. She should have been screaming by now, but she actually looked peaceful, as if she were merely dreaming. "What's that supposed to mean?"

Peter just smiled wider. "Now why don't ya go and git me the grub that lovely lady so thoughtfully left for us." The sarcasm was evident in his voice, hatred burning behind his eyes. "I'll look after our girl."

Jasper just nodded and kept his shock to himself. Peter had always just...known things, so why wouldn't it be strengthened as a vampire? Jasper began to run in the direction of camp, quickly picking up the scent of blood a few miles away from their tent. Arriving upon the source, he discovered the bodies of two humans. Grimacing, Jasper picked them up and ran back to the tent as fast as he could. Just because Peter had control, didn't make him any less hungry than any other newborn.

Peter met him at the front of the tent, his eyes black. He didn't even seem to notice Jasper, his gaze completely focused on the humans.

Jasper slowly put down the bodies and backed away. A thirsty newborn would attack anyone for a feed.

Peter immediately ran towards the bodies. Picking up the first body, he tilted the neck and sank his teeth into them, greedily taking big gulps of blood. Blood trickled down the sides of his mouth and once the first body was drained of blood, he moved on to the next one. When he finished drinking from the last human, his eyes cleared, returning to a bright red color.

Jasper smirked. "Someone's a messy eater."

Peter shrugged. "It was my first feed."

Jasper became more serious. "How did you know that Maria had left them there?"

Peter didn't even seem fazed. "Something just told me it was there."

Jasper grinned. "It seems you have a gift too."

Peter raised an eyebrow. "Gift?"

Jasper nodded. "When you change into a vampire, some say your…special qualities are strengthened. I am an empath."

It was now Peter's turn to smirk. "So…you're more..sensitive..in this life?" He fought the urge to laugh.

Jasper frowned at him. "No, you ass. I can feel and influence the feelings of others." To prove his point, he sent a wave of humor at Peter.

Peter burst out laughing, clutching his sides as if he needed breath. It was a human habit. "That was the biggest crock of bull I've ever heard!"

Jasper gestured indignantly. "See, I just sent you humor!"

Peter laughed harder. "Bullshit, I was laughing at you for believing you could 'influence' people's emotions."

Jasper glared at him and sent him his anger.

Peter growled and had to stop himself from lunging at Jasper.

Jasper smiled triumphantly. "I told you."

Peter shrugged it off. "I know. I just like to get a rise out of you."

Jasper narrowed his eyes at him. "As I was saying. Your 'knowing things' appears to be your gift."

Peter shook his head. "I don't have a gift."

Jasper sighed. "Yes you do."

"No I don't"

"Yes you do."

"No I don't"

"Yes. You. DO!"

Peter shook his head in exasperation. "I think you're just tryna to find someone else who has 'abilities' like you. I'm afraid you may be one of a kind. Just keep your freaky gift to yourself."

Jasper was fighting to keep himself from hitting Peter. "And there's nothing strange about you just 'knowing' things?"

"Nope." There was no hesitation in Peter's voice.

Jasper looked over at the tent. "Please wake up, Bella. I don't think I can be in the presence of this idiot for two more days without killing him."

Peter frowned. "Now that was just mean."

Two days later

Today was the day that Bella awakened from the change. Or at least Jasper hoped. Bella had not screamed or made any sound that showed that she was in pain. He was worried that he was too late and that she might not survive the change. No other vampire had gone through the change in silence. He couldn't even feel her pain, which was strange in itself.

Peter sat next to him as they sat in the tent, looking at Bella. Peter was the first to speak. "She'll be fine. Ya worry too much."

Jasper nodded but continued to stare at his sister. He couldn't help but feel responsible for her predicament. If it wasn't for him, she would still be living a relatively normal life.

Peter, as always, seemed to know what he was thinking. "It's not your fault."

Jasper looked up in surprise. "What are you a mind reader too?"

Peter shook his head with a small smile. "You were projecting your guilt and self hatred."

Jasper grimaced apologetically and returned his attention to Bella as her heart began to beat faster. Her change was nearly over.

Jasper stood up in a position that he hoped would appear nonthreatening to Bella. He knew how volatile newborns could be. Peter, however, stayed seated, the picture of ease.

As Bella's heart stopped, Jasper held his breath in anticipation. He was curious as to how his sister would adjust to this life. He couldn't deny that she was rather attractive. Her long brown hair reached her waist and you could now see the red highlights that could only be seen in the sun when she was human. She definitely had womanly curves and Jasper cursed for not thinking to get her better clothes. He also knew that he would have to use the time that Maria had given her to train his sister to fight. The male newborns would most likely flock to her since Maria did not turn many females.

Bella slowly opened her eyes and immediately jumped up, hissing at the two of them. "Where am I?"

Jasper gave a sigh of relief as the change appeared to have gone extremely well. He slowly walked over to her. He was however, blocked by something before he could reach her. It felt like some sort of wall and try as he might, he couldn't get through it. Bella was growling at them, but underneath it all, he could see that she was afraid. Jasper felt that her fear was almost his own, and he could tell that Peter felt the same way.

Peter shook his head. "Nice going."

Jasper cursed himself for not thinking about what had happened to Bella. She had awakened to see two men, and obviously felt threatened. He couldn't blame her. It was apparent that this..wall was her gift. She could protect herself from attack.

Throughout his musing, Bella's growls had been getting louder and louder, and Jasper slowly backed away. "It's okay, Bella. It's me, your brother. Jasper."

In a flash, Jasper was suddenly being embraced in a tight hug by his sister. "Jasper? I'm so sorry. I didn't realize it was you. I thought it was those men. I've missed you so much! And I thought you were dead."

Jasper was shocked at first but hugged her back. "I missed you too, Bella. But can you loosen your grip?" He winced.

Bella immediately jumped back, her hands on her mouth. "I'm sorry!"

Peter laughed. "He's not breakable, Bells."

Bella stiffened at first but smiled wider when she recognized who it was. "Peter!" She hugged him tightly before releasing him to scrutinize him. "Did they hurt you? I heard your screams."

Jasper narrowed his eyes. "It was nothing compared to what they did to you. I will kill them for what those vile..creatures have done to you! They took away your innocence!"

Pain flashed in Bella's eyes as the memories washed over her. She felt weak and unloved, she hadn't even fought back against James when he…

Peter growled at Jasper. "Stop you dumbass! Don't ya see what it's doin' to her?"

Jasper tried to quell his rage as he looked at his sister. He could feel the pain and worthlessness coming of off her and rushed to her side. "Bella, don't ever feel like you're unworthy. Those men are the scum of this earth and they will not be existin' for long if I have anything to say about it."

Peter nodded. "We can protect you now."

Bella glared at both of them. "I don't need ya protecting me. I want to learn how to fight. How to defend myself. I will no longer be weak. I won't give anyone the chance to hurt me anymore."

Jasper grimly nodded. "I will train you both immediately. But aren't you thirsty?"

Bella's hand went to her throat in pain. She cursed Jasper. She had been fine until he mentioned it.

Jasper's eyes widened and looked accusingly at Peter. "This is what you meant when you said to get used to controlled newborns."

Peter sighed. "I can't let you know everything. Where's the fun in that?"

Bella cleared her throat impatiently. "Can someone tell me how to get rid of this burn in my throat?"

Jasper smiled sheepishly. "Sorry Bella. We can go now."

Peter raised an eyebrow. "Forgetting something Jasper?" He looked pointedly at Bella's clothing.

Jasper followed his gaze. "Oh shit! You can't wear that when we go hunting."

Bella looked at him with a confused expression on her face. "Why not?"

Peter sighed. "Because, darlin' you ain't exactly dressed to impress, if ya know what I mean."

Bella glanced down at herself and realized that she was still wearing what she had worn when James had…She tried to shake her head to rid herself of the image, but even though the memory was a bit hazy, she could never forget it.

Peter saw where her mind was going and intervened. "Don't dwell on it, darlin'. I got ya covered. Unlike the dimwit of a brother you have over there, I actually have a brain." Peter rummaged in a bag that Jasper did not realize he had and pulled out a summer dress. "Why don't ya go and get cleaned up in that river I hear not too far from here?"

When Bella left, Jasper turned to Peter. "How did you get clothes for her? The only time we left her was when we fed."

Peter nodded.

Jasper's eyes widened but then he started chuckling. "Don't let Bella hear that you gave her a dead woman's clothes.

Peter looked scared for a moment but then shrugged it off. "I ain't tellin' her."

Minutes later, Bella returned, looking cleaner and more refreshed. A little of her old spark was showing in her eyes, but if you looked closely, you could see that there was a hidden, almost haunting, pain within her. Bella gave them an annoyed look. "Well, what are y'all waitin' for? This burn in my throat ain't gettin' any better."

Jasper swore under his breath. Since Peter and Bella didn't seem to be acting like normal newborns, he had almost forgotten that they couldn't abstain from feeding as long as he could. Jasper smirked at them. "It's time to go huntin'." And with that, he took off running.

Peter and Bella shared a look but shrugged and ran after him.

Bella almost yelled out her exultation as she experienced the thrill of running as a vampire. She was running so fast, but she could practically see every detail as she passed. After what felt like seconds, she saw Jasper stop and they both came to a halt not too far behind him. Bella moved a little closer and saw that they stood on a hill that looked over a small town. Though it was nearing nighttime, humans were still mulling about, as if they had nothing better to do.

Bella was confused with why they were here. "Jazz, will we feed soon?" She could almost feel the pain and despair that was rolling off of him and it made her feel the same. "Is something wrong?"

Jasper shook his head. "Let's go." They sped down the hill and followed Jasper into a dark alleyway.

Bella glanced at him curiously. "I do not see any food here."

Peter remained silent for once, knowing how hard this would be for Bella.

Jasper took an unneeded deep breath, as if he were preparing himself for something. "Bella, we are vampires. We can't eat human food anymore. It's revolting to us."

Bella still didn't seem to be getting it. "Well, what do we eat?"

Jasper looked at her apologetically. "You know the stories, Bella. We drink the blood of humans. It's the only way we can survive."

Bella was shaking her head to his every word. "No. No! I will not kill an innocent human! It would make me a monster. I would be no better than the ones I hate." She looked at Peter imploringly. "There must be another way."

Peter's eyes filled with his sorrow, he couldn't bear to see her in pain. "I'm sorry darlin'."

Bella was about to argue when they heard the sound of approaching feet. They immediately blended into the shadows to avoid detection. The closer the footsteps came, the worse Bella's throat began to burn and Jasper put a restraining hand on her arm. Bella almost felt insulted, but knew he was just trying to protect her.

Peter, however, seemed to be completely relaxed, only casting an occasional worried glance her way.

Jasper's hand tightened on her arm when the humans came into view. It was three men, who were obviously intoxicated, pulling a girl who couldn't be much older than Bella.

One of the men, who was holding the struggling girl, chuckled. "Oh we are going to have such fun with you."

The girl was obviously frightened, but continued to fight against them.

Another man just smirked at her efforts. "I do like 'em feisty."

It didn't take a genius to figure out what was happening, and red seemed to fill Bella's vision. She broke free of Jasper's grasp and stepped into the light. Jasper tried to pull her back, but stopped when Peter shook his head. "She's got this."

It didn't take long for the men to notice her. "Well, well, well. Look what we got here boys."

Bella could see the lust in their eyes and she had to fight to hide her disgust. She forced what she hoped was a desirable smile onto her face. "Now, now boys. There ain't no need for a little thing like that when you can have me." She winked at them.

The men shrugged and let go of the girl. The girl was eager to get away but didn't want to leave this woman who had saved her unprotected.

Seeing her hesitation, Jasper sent a wave of fear that was so strong, the girl took off running. If she stayed any longer, they would have had to turn her because of what she might have seen.

Bella's attention returned to the men and walked towards them, swinging her hips as she came closer to them. "What would you want with a little girl when you can have a real lady?" Her fingertips brushed one of the men's arms and the man could barely control his shudder of desire.

For some reason, this made Peter growl lowly under his breath. Jasper shot him a look that immediately stopped him. He could feel possessiveness and jealousy coming from Peter. They would definitely be talking about this later.

Bella shot a confused glance at where they were hiding but focused back on the men. She circled them and put her lips to another man's ear. "Do you like to hurt defenseless little girls? Do you take pleasure in it?"

The man nodded dumbly, not realizing Bella's frame of mind.

Bella suppressed a growl and walked over to the last man and put her nose to his neck. "I can give you what you deserve. Do you want me to?"

The other men looked annoyed that their leader would get her first, but they would wait their turn. The leader hissed, and with lust-filled eyes nodded almost desperately.

Bella smirked. "Very well." She smelled him once again and then, too quickly for the others to see, sank her teeth into his neck, draining him in seconds. Once she was done, she dropped him mercilessly to the ground and with blood-red lips turned to the other two. "Who's next?"

The men were frozen in shock. Who or what was this beautiful woman who had just killed their leader, and apparently drained him of his blood? Their drunken minds seemed to be clearing and they immediately tried to take off.

Before they could get out of the alley, Jasper and Peter had blocked their path. Jasper looked down at them dangerously. "It's not nice to leave a lady hangin' like that. I believe she asked you a question."

The men couldn't find it in them to speak.

Jasper sighed. "I guess I'll have to choose for you then."

Peter looked at them with mock sympathy and they turned to him for help. "Please, let us go."

Peter's façade quickly slipped away and he growled at them. "Did you allow all of those girls you violated to go?"

Bella flitted towards them with a look of sorrow on her face. "I'm afraid I can't have anymore fun with you. My brother and friend are really hungry and I promised I'd share."

She nodded at Peter and Jasper, and before the men even knew what had happened, they had snapped their necks and drank from them until their bodies were emptied. When they were finished, they dropped the bodies with a content expression on their faces. Even Jasper didn't seem that affected by the feelings of his victim.

Peter smirked at Bella. "What was that you said about not killing humans?"

Bella glared at him. "I said I wouldn't hurt innocent humans. Those men did not deserve to live."

Jasper nodded. "I think you're on to somethin', sis. And I can't say that I don't feel a lot less guilty about it. Maybe this is the way we should feed from now on."

Peter nodded. "It is the only other option."

Jasper grabbed the bodies and mutilated them, making it look like they were the victims of a robbery. He looked over at Bella and Peter. "Are ya still thirsty?"

Bella shook her head, looking slightly uncomfortable. "I feel almost sloshy, completely…full." Peter nodded in agreement with her.

Jasper looked shocked for a moment and a little bit envious, but covered it up. "Mature vampires usually have that feeling. Newborns are usually messy about their eating and are known to overfeed. Obviously, you are not normal newborns, so I'm guessing you can be satisfied with just one feed."

Jasper glanced at the rising sun, not realizing that it was approaching morning. "We need to get back to the tent. We cannot risk bringing anymore attention to ourselves." Jasper grinned. "Besides, it's time I trained you."

A/N Next chapter is the training, how do you think Peter and Bella are going to take that? They also go back to Maria's camp and she does something that will make Peter and Bella hate her even more. Did y'all catch how protective Peter was acting…hint, hint. Review peeps and I will update by at least Sunday, if not before. I would love to reach that 80 mark XD What can I say, I'm ambitious.