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DISCLAIMER:
I am in no way,shape or form associated or affiliated with Stephenie Meyer. She owns everything apart from the plot. (Im The Genious That Came Up With That)And now that we've cleared up the fact I'm just your average Joe (or Beckky?) shall we continue with the story?
I think we shall...
A heart cannot be fixed with Sellotape, only Glue will hold
***Chapter Six***
You got me begging you for mercy,
Why won't you release me?
You got me begging you for mercy,
Why won't you release me?
I said, you better release me.
Mercy - Duffy
Jasper's POV
Lying down in the bed next to Bella I thought back to our conversation in the woods, the pure, raw strength that the woman beside me possessed was unreal; I pulled her closer to my chest and stroked her hair absently. I would have never believed it if I had been told years ago that the innocent, naive human my brother brought home could ever have the potential to be someone so great. It saddened me greatly when I heard that she was the one to find my brother and ex-wife in that position -especially on her birthday of all days- it hurt almost as much as it did when she told me about Hope and Faith. But, her strength to carry on a move forward made me so proud to know such a wondrous creature. The little 'human experiences' as she called them had me angry beyond belief, albeit, a bit turned on, however that was over-ruled by the newly found protective instincts inside of me. I almost screamed in pure frustration when I had found out that she had single-handedly taken on a Vampire. How could we have been so callous as to leave her without protection?
I also couldn't help over-analysing the new relationship we had formed, it wasn't a friendship so to speak, no, after tonight it was something so indescribably more, and it was still much deeper than that. Fucking useless Empath I am, I can't even recognise my own feelings. At the end of it all though, I realised I awed, respected and even lusted after the small human who was sleeping in my arms. She truly was a remarkable person to know. I had never spoken to anyone about Alice that deeply before, never been so vulnerable to anyone like that and only now did I feel like a fool for not doing so sooner, because I felt lighter than I had in years. The point where she showed me her scars moved me deeply as I knew personally what it was like to feel sick at the sight of yourself. No matter how false I knew the thoughts she had about her scars being ugly were, she didn't, which made me feel terrible because when an incredible girl - no, woman - like Bella feels that way, what hope do any of us have?
I felt Bella stirring in my arms so I turned to look at the clock, seeing her alarm would be going off in 45 seconds, I reluctantly let go of her and waited.
Wake the fuck up Isabella Swan, yah lazy hoe!
I chuckled as I heard her voice coming through the tiny -yet, surprisingly loud- speakers. However, the woman in question groaned in response to the alarm and in what seemed like a practiced manor waved an arm about trying to find the offending device, but missed and hit one of the corners of the bedside table.
"Motherfucker!" She hissed. She pulled the covers down and looked around the room taking in her surroundings before she looked at me with a longing look.
"Good morning Miss Bella and what's the sour look on your face for?"
"I was sleeping while I had a hot, Texan man in my bed, damn; I need to step up my game!" I laughed and shook my head at her.
"Only you, Bella." She winked at me and then got out of bed.
"Yeah, I know, I know I am God's greatest gift; you don't have to remind me. Now, as God's greatest gift, I order you to fuck off, find me some running gear leave it on my bed and then fuck off again. Kay? Thanks." She ordered as she walked into the bathroom to have a shower I presumed as I heard water running. I was in my original position dumbstruck when her voice snapped me out of it.
"Now, Jazz!" She called from the bathroom. Damn, you'd think she had surveillance over the place the way she knew shit... I thought, as I knocked on the door opposite of Bella's room. Rosalie answered with running gear in her hands.
"Here you go, now if you'll excuse me, I need to continue pleasing my man!" She said shortly, before she shut the door in my face. TMI, Rose!
I walked into Bella's room and dropped it on her bed like she asked. Wandering out again, I felt the familiar burn in my throat so I decided to go for a quick hunt before the pre-trial hearing today.
One hour and a full stomach of mountain lion later, I was running back home when I caught a familiar scent I instantly recognised as Bella.
"God damn girl is gonna get herself killed wandering in these fucking woods!" I muttered under my breath as I tracked the scent back the way I came until I could hear her heavy breathing. As I found a clearing in the trees I gasped at the sight before me. There was Bella with her leg balanced on a fallen tree trunk stretching. She was glistening with perspiration that ran down her face and neck and into the valley between her breasts which were covered by a black sports bra. She looked goddess-like, it was astounding.
"Hey Jazz." She said, taking her leg of the tree and turning to face me.
"Bella. Didn't anyone ever teach you not to go wandering through the woods?"
"Probably, but I'll be fucked before I remember it!" She said as she pulled one of her legs up vertically behind her head, before repeating it with the other one. That would be an interesting position... thought the perverted part of my brain.
"So what are you doing you're about 8 miles away from the house!"
"Going for a run, hence, the outfit and the stretches." She replied in a 'duh' voice.
"Mind if I join?" She raised a brow sceptically.
"Erm, okay? I was about to head back now anyway, I need another shower and I still have to get ready."
"Great, after you." I gestured for her to lead and set the pace. She rolled her shoulders backwards a few times and took off at a fast pace, for a human. She could almost pass for a slow vampire with the speed she was exerting. I half-expected her to collapse after the first mile but I could feel her determination surpass her exhaustion. We arrived back at the mansion, half an hour later, with Bella stretching again before waving and leaving me to go inside and get ready. I then felt the family's presence behind me, I knew they had been following us in the forest, I felt their curiosity so I figured they wanted to know what she was doing too. I turned and saw them all looking as gobsmacked as I felt.
"Dayum, Bella's fast!" Emmett whistled.
"I must admit, the stamina and strength she possess' is astounding for a human, it's truly amazing, she could be an Olympic runner." Carlisle stated, still a bit awed.
"Yeah, and it's not like we don't need them!" Rosalie said.
We walked into the house still talking about her and settled onto the sofas as we were all ready. We'd been sat for 15 minutes when Rosalie wolf-whistled, our attention turned towards the stairs where Bella appeared in the most fuckhot suit I had ever seen.
"Mmhmm, Bella, I am almost disappointed my experimentation phase is over because girl you look tasty!" We all turned to Rose appalled at her choice of words, but relaxed when we heard Bella's musical laugh.
"Sorry Rose, you'll have to do better than that, you're not the first vampire to say that about me."
"Right well, lets get this show on the road people! Who's riding with who?"
"Shotgun with Bella!" Rose practically screamed, buzzed with excitement at the prospect of riding in Bella's fucking beautiful car. Yeah, I'm jealous, so sue me.
"And I will you join you girls, the boys can ride in the Mercedes." Disappointment rushed through me at not being able to spend more time with Bella, but I didn't voice my complaints. Everyone agreed and we all piled into our appropriate vehicles and travelled behind Bella to the courthouse. Where I received a text. I looked at my phone and smiled at the message.
'Suup, fucker? Yah miss me? Don't worry, I know you do, which is why we'll see you later at Dr C's place. TTFN, Yoda and his woman.'
Peter and Charlotte my oldest friends and technically my 'children', though it was more of a sibling's bond we shared.
We settled into the courtroom on the pew style benches in the gallery. While Bella was stood behind the plaintiff's table looking all business with her cool, calm and collected demeanour which was truly a feat as I could feel she was a bundle of nerves and determination on the inside.
Then Robertson came into the room followed by his little legal team. As this was only a pre-trial Bella's boss didn't feel it necessary to bring Bella's 'entourage' with her.
The bailiff came in then and stood in front of the Judge's bench.
"Silence in the courtroom. All rise for the honourable Judge John Careford."
We did so and the door to the left of the court opened to reveal the man who I knew Bella was acquainted with and respected. When he was settled the Bailiff spoke again.
"You may be seated." So we sat. "The first case on you worship's list is Robertson Sr vs. the People."
"Will the defendant rise." Said the Judge almost bored, I could tell by his emotions he knew Robertson was guilty.
"Can you please state your name for the court?" The Judge began.
"Craig Robertson, your honour."
"Craig Robertson you are charged that on the 13th January 2010 in the state court division of Washington DC you murdered your wife, Mrs Andrea Robertson, nee. Harris, contrary to the criminal law act. Do you understand the meaning of the charge?"
"I do, your Honour."
"For this offence you do not have the right to be tried by jury or this court. You will be tried by jury. Do you understand?"
"I do, your Honour."
"How do you plead?"
"Not guilty, your Honour."
"Very well. Be seated." Robertson sat, looking aloof, but I knew he was feeling anger and nervous on the inside.
"I have decided that the trial of Mr Craig Robertson for the charge of murder will commence at 9am on the 21st March 2010. Mr Robertson, you have applied for bail and I have considered your request however, at the advice of one of my most trusted council members..." I felt a huge wave of smugness come from Bella and knew she was this trusted council member. Fuck yeah, Bella is good! "...and taking into account the charge you are facing I have decided you are to remain in police custody until the date of your trial. This court is now closed, Bailiff please take the defendant into custody where he will remain until his trial date." The Judge slammed his gavel down twice. Before standing and letting the Bailiff speak.
"All rise for the honourable Judge John Careford." The Judge left the courtroom followed by all of the councillors and the Bailiff dismissed the court before standing and taking Robertson into custody.
The guys and I stood up, left the gallery and walked to the cars, met the girls, got into our respective vehicles and drove home. As soon as we were in the door I was attacked into a hug by a small dark blur who turned out to be Charlotte. She pulled back and opened her mouth to speak but she sniffed the air and looked confused. I took a deep breath and realised what she smelt, horrified I turned around to look for its source only to see it being jumped by Peter.
"ISOBELLY!" He shouted. It was then I realised, much like Char had attacked me, Peter was hugging Bella?
"Hey Petey-Poo!" She smiled back, making him pull away and wince at the name.
"Hold the motherfucking phone! Can somebody give dear ol' Emmett a recap on how the fuck you guys know each other!" Couldn't of said it better myself bro. Bella shrugged.
"Meh, ran into them by a club they were 'fishing' at, I knew what they were, we got talking and shit was like fate, it was meant to be."
"Hold up, Chica. You missed out one small minute detail if my memory serves me right."
"Yeah, which is?" Bella said, giving Charlotte an obvious 'shut the fuck up' look. But, Char ignored it.
"The bit where we 'caught' our meal about 2 centimetres away from raping your ass." At this us Cullen's growled.
"Oh yeah, that bit, nearly forgot." Bella put in nonchalantly.
"Forgot? Are you fucking kidding me Bella?" Rosalie screamed.
"Yeah, I was actually, thought I'd try my hand at using humour to diffuse tense situations, works for Emmett. Oh and FYI, Petey, before you start going on because we all know you will, I had that fucker dropped on the floor curled in ball and pissing himself before you reached me." The Cullen's and I stared at her in confusion.
"Err, how?" I asked. She smiled at me and reached into a pocket inside her waistcoat, she pulled out a silver pen.
"With this." She said, holding it out for Emmett to see. Except when he grabbed it he fell to the floor screaming like a bitch and then stopped. Rosalie ran to his side and cradled him in her arms.
"Are you okay babe? What the fuck was that?"
"It was that fucking pen, what the hell is that Bella? It felt like I was being burned inside out!"
"That, my dear Emmett, is a mini stun gun. Now I just stunned your hand imagine if I stunned your dick... that is how I fucked that bastard up. 20,000 vaults of electricity to his balls."
"Ow..." The men - including me- said cupping their sacks protectively.
"I almost pity the fucker, cos that shit right there is fucking le-thal!" Said Emmett.
"Whatevz. I'm over it. Now, Char m'lover, fancy going out tonight and letting me show you around the town?" Bella winked.
"Sounds great why don't we make it a group event?" Everyone except Carlisle and Esme nodded their agreement.
"Not for us, thank you. We're going hunting now, so be good and dont get arrested Emmett, just because Bella is a lawyer it is not an excuse." Esme said before she and Carlisle left out the back door.
"Fair enough, everyone meet down here in an hour?" Bella suggested. She was met with various terms of 'yes's' and so on.
"Right then Char, lets go upstairs and show Rose and lads, how it's done down south." She winked at Char, Peter and me.
"Right behind you, Shug!" The girls took off leaving us boys staring in their wake. Until we all looked at each other and said what we knew to be true when Bella's involved.
"We're fucked."
(STUPID MOTHERFUCKING LINE THINGY WONT GO WHERE I WANT IT TO, SO THIS IS MY REPLACEMENT... COOL, RIGHT? YEAH, I KNOW!)
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