JPOV

The next two weeks went by quickly. I got to see and talk to Bella everyday, and it's as if I've been living on a cloud; nothing bad could reach me, only ecstasy.

Slowly but surely, Bella's been introducing me to her circle of friends. Surprisingly, the first person she introduced was Mike Newton. I wish she hadn't, because not only did I remember him from my last stint as a high school student, but the feelings of intense lust projected at Bella had me and the Major exorcising complete and utter control. I wanted to growl at the little shit to let him know that Bella was off limits, and if that didn't satisfy me, then biting his throat out would do nicely. The next person was her best friend Angela Webber. I remembered her as being a quiet, shy wallflower, but the Angela I'm getting to know has impressed me. Bella did a good job in choosing her as a friend. Our goal was to introduce me Jacob, a Quileute Wolf. I'm hesitant about it, but if it's important to Bella, then it's important to me.

I should have remembered that all good things come to an end. Today is the first day that I don't see Bella and already I've been feeling waves of determined, malicious intent coming closer, which have caused me to be on alert all day.

Having nothing to do and this mysterious stranger making his way to town had me pacing endlessly in my bedroom.

My pacing was finally halted by my phone alerting me that I had a text message. I hoped that it was Peter, and sure enough, it was.

Start looking for a job. Now.

P.s.- 872-455-1572. Jenks.

I was confused as fuck, but again, I trusted Peter with everything I had.

Now, unlike the Cullens, I didn't save massive amounts of money through the years, because the situations I found myself in prevented me from doing so. I couldn't save money when I was human because I was a soldier and the army didn't have money at all, and I wasn't allowed to have my own funds during my years with Maria. We were forced to let her provide for us as she saw fit, and of course, I had 'my own funds' so to speak' but it was Cullen money and I got rid of all the credit cards as soon as I left them.

'Huh, I guess I do need a job after all.'

It then occurred to me that Jenks, the Whitlock personal lawyer, would have to give me all new papers.

'Thanks, brother'

I immediately called Jenks and gave him the necessary information and told him that Peter would be the one paying. Jenks assured me that everything I needed would be delivered to the address I gave him by the next afternoon.

That done I put in a pair of brown contacts and left the house, mentally going over every store and office here in Forks and Port Angeles to choose where to start first.

Mike Newton

This time I texted back.

Thanks again, fucker

You know it, and so does Charlotte. She says hi and to leave you alone so we can have more alone time. Bye.

I read the message and laughed at him. I have always admired his comedic personality; it was a nice buffer when things got stressful.

I sighed and reluctantly made my way to Newton's Outfitters. I didn't want to work for or even with the kid, but a job was a job and my momma raised me to do what needed to get done.

I entered the store and wrinkled my nose at the strong smell of plastic, rubber, and whatever shit Mike used to make himself 'smell good' for the ladies. Mike was the only one at the register so I got in line and waited my turn. Any humans that tried to get in line behind me I sent feelings of indecisiveness, impatience, or a strong dose of fear and anxiety. That kept them from staying in line and leaving me free to talk to Mike however long I wanted.

It wasn't that long a wait and I soon found myself face to face with him. He looked up at me and gave me an hones grin. I had to admit, despite his wanting Bella he was a pretty decent kid.

"Hey, man! What's up?" We shook hands and I got down to business.

"He Mike, I'm actually looking for a job and I was wondering if you had any job openings here?"

He gave off waves of kindness and hope.

"Sure!, let me give you an application. You know," he began as he looked under the counter for what he needed, "Bella used to work here a few months back. She worked here for about...six months, give or take. Ever since she left it's really been me hanging out here. My father is the owner of course and he takes care of everything from home and my mother doesn't like to work, so I've been stuck here. Ah!" He triumphantly waved the application at me and then set it down a few inches from where we were standing and handed me a pen.

"The pen is just a formality dude, I'll make sure you get hired, just fill out your name and address and number. The rest can be filled out later as needed."

"Thanks," I smiled at him.

I quickly filled out the necessary lines and handed it to Mike.

"Great! How soon can you start, man?"

I was about to reply that now would have been good when those waves of determined, malicious intent arrived outside the store. I put myself in a subtle defensive stance in front of Mike. The door jingled and Mike looked toward the door and the poor bastard gasped and came in his pants.

Yeah, that's the kind of reaction Rosalie had on most guys.

I growled a growl that only she could hear and spoke,

"What the fuck are you doing here Rosalie?"

She ignored me and looked around the place and sneered,

"Well isn't this a quaint little place."

She then proceeded to check her nails and ignore me. I knew her game. She was trying to control the conversation, but I wasn't going to let her have that.

I politely excused myself from Mike, who only grunted at me and I walked towards Rosalie and took hold of her elbow. To the human eye, it would be a polite gesture, but underneath that I was only centimeters away from crushing her elbow. Her jaw was clenched holding in a whimper and I escorted her outside and into a convenient alley next to the store.

"Don't think I haven't been feeling the negativity from you Rose, so speak the truth. Now."

Rose may be a confident, prideful bitch, but she was no match for me, a soldier with years of experience. I wouldn't lay a hand on a woman, but if Rose didn't comply I wouldn't hesitate.

She gulped and I could feel her attempt at getting ready to refuse me. I growled at her in warning and shoved towards the wall while sending her a healthy does of fear.

"Don't tempt me Rosalie. This is only a taste of what I can do. Speak!"

'Yes, dominate'

"A-Alice said that I sh-should be here. Th-that you n-n-needed me."

"Does it look like I need you," I growled menacingly. However, this time a fire entered her eyes.

"She said that you have been hanging with the stupid human, Isabella! She said that you'd suffer extreme consequences if you continued to hang around with her!" She dared speak up.

The Major tried to completely take over at the slur at Bella, but I forced him back. This situation called for a clear head.

I gave Rosalie a piercing glare and told her,

"I don't believe that bitch for one second. You forget Rosalie that I've lived with her longer than you have. There's a high possibility that she's lying. Go home to Emmett and don't come back. This is my territory now, and until I say otherwise you are unwelcome here, got that?"

I felt her acquiescence and I turned around and just left her there. I ran towards Bella's house. Even though I gave a warning to Rosalie, me and the major wanted to see her, to assure ourselves of her health and presence.

I arrived in ten seconds flat and I didn't even bother knocking on the front door. I opened the window and before she knew what was happening I held her tightly against me and put my nose in the juncture of her neck. Her scent was strong and potent and it soothed me. I gave a pleased, relieved grumble and held her for a few more minutes.

The curiosity got the best of her and she asked,

"Uhhh, Jasper?..."

I was going to explain what was going on but my phone vibrated. It was another text from Peter.

Watch your backs. I don't know from whom, just watch them.

Shit.

A/N: I JUST THOUGHT I'D GIVE Y'ALL (ESPECIALLY THOSE WHO WILL BE STUCK AT HOME OVER THE BREAK) SOME ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE SPRING HOLIDAY ;) I GUESS I WORKED WELL UNDER PRESSURE THIS TIME BECAUSE I DIDN'T HAVE ANYTHING WRITTEN AFTER THE LAST CHAPTER. YOU SEE, THE OTHER CHAPTERS WERE ALREADY PRE-WRITTEN AND STUFF. I'M ACTUALLY QUITE PROUD OF MYSELF BECAUSE THIS IS ONE IS ACTUALLY QUITE LONG, YAY FOR ME! "D

R&R IF YOU CAN! I KNOW MOST OF YOU GUYS WILL BE BUSY FOR THE NEXT WEEK PARTYING AND VACATIONING AND WHATNOT SO NO PRESSURE ;)

FIC REC'S:

Feral Blood by CarlislaCooper- This story is very awesome. It's a 'mate' fic with a Carlisle/Bella pairing. It's just awesome all around, and I very highly encourage you to go read it! HOWEVER, there is some 'controversial'/'taboo' material in it, so if you're going to read it you'll have to do it with an open mind but it's well worth it if you do :)

A Quiet Fire by Magnolia822- This is a Bella/Edward pairing and is just pure genius. The story flows so smoothly and there's a very nice amount of angst, drama, and fluffy romance!

Instinct by Villainess Foul- A very nice Jasper/Bella fic. This story starts after 'New Moon' and is a very good read. Hopefully you've heard of it, but if you haven't you have now! ;p