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The Chronicles of the Fallen

A/N: This story is written as a collaboration by both Xo BellaItalia oX and dramaqueen1917. We hope that you enjoy the story and look forward to reading your reviews.

Chapter 9
(Isabella's POV)

I managed to continue to go about the rest of the school day in a haze. Being in a classroom having nothing to do but listen to the teacher preach about things that I already knew about in depth, so I couldn't help it when my mind to wander.

I'd always hoped that I would never have to go through any part of my life watching my soul mate as he loves someone else. I told Jasper that once, a little while after we'd been mated. His reaction was something I don't think I could have ever predicted. He'd actually laughed hysterically as I watched him in hesitant bewilderment. Despite the fact that I loved Jasper with all of my being, I doubted that anyone could have ever loved someone like me.

…Flashback…

I was lying in bed with Jasper. His strong arms were wrapped securely around me. The light in his eyes shone so brightly that I couldn't help, but to smile myself. Despite the fact that I was smiling, I had no doubt that inside I was burying all of my emotions as I had learnt to do over time. Years of being alone in my human life had allowed me to bury my emotions and perform what was expected of me robotically. Sure, I could have used my shield, but I've learned that when Jasper can't feel my emotions, he tends to panic and over react until he can feel me again. I guess that it's just the warrior inside of him, his alternate persona; Ares himself.

Jasper's chin was rested on my head, which rendered him useless as tears began to gather at my eyes. When I was only an angel-in-training, I remember how I used to watch Jasper from afar. I used to admire how he'd fight so heroically, yet he was still able to show mercy to those who deserved it. I think Jasper was the entire reason I did not become a mindless minion.

Julius had been assigned to teach me everything I needed to know about being an angel. He went to great lengths to make me bend to his will. Julius did everything he could to break me. He used to drag me down to places that were drenched in Evil and tell me it was my punishment for misbehaving. I have no doubt that the pain I suffered will haunt me for the rest of my life. For a short amount of time in my life, I contemplated what being an angel really consisted of and I also contemplated whether or not I could beg God to strip me of my wings and send me to the place that good souls were supposed to go in Heaven until they were needed otherwise. Either that or I could find a way to die for real. I was sure that walking endlessly in limbo wouldn't nearly be this painful. Then again, God has never revealed what happens to Angels who die again.

Jasper showed me mercy. It was after I'd given up my battle against Julius' teachings. I'd basically forfeited my will and everything that made me, me. Innocent lives were lost because I wasn't strong enough. And I'd been discovered as an unworthy Angel for the Kingdom of Heaven. I'd been dragged before the Archangels and Jasper was amongst them. Jasper hadn't spoken a word as the Archangels discussed my punishment for my crime. Everyone knew that if they let me fall out of Heaven, I would never make the trip. I would've died, but I didn't care.

I remember how I had gone willingly with those who had come to collect me. I'd been pushed down onto my knees before the Archangels as I closed my eyes in anticipation. Whatever punishment I received for my crimes would not be light being as the souls that God handpicks to become Angels are always deserving and that those who become unworthy become so on their own autonomy.

Michael's voice had echoed around the white marble room as he looked down upon me. There was pity hidden behind his eyes as he spoke. "Miss Isabella, we are here today to discuss your crimes against the will of Heaven. Do you deny your guilt?"

I think everyone expected me to deny my crimes – But why would I? Everyone knew what crimes I was being accused of; some had even been witnesses of my actions that have labeled me as such.

"N-no… I do not deny my guilt." I ducked my head, suddenly finding the ground incredibly interesting as gasps of horror and cries of outrage echo throughout the room. It wasn't very common that an Angel is found undeserving of their wings.

A door banged open behind me as footsteps echo throughout the room.

"Julius," Michael says softly, "Thank you for gracing us with your presence. Do you wish to add anything regarding the crimes that Miss Isabella is charged of? You say that you witnessed most of her transgressions?"

"Yes. I always knew that Miss Isabella was wrong for her wings. From the very beginning, I objected to Miss Isabella's presence here. I was powerless as she sucked the lives from innocents, seriously injuring many." Julius' voice shook hesitantly. His smooth lie would have convinced me were it not for the fact that I knew the truth.

"Then why did you not notify someone of Miss Isabella's crimes earlier?" Another Archangel named Gabriel inquired.

"Because she threatened me, you see? She threatened to hurt anyone that I cared about, to hunt down the souls of my diseased family and torture their souls before killing me slowly."

"I see. We shall now deliberate amongst ourselves." Michael's voice rang out softly. Tears sprang to my eyes as I tried to concentrate on anything but my possible future.

Someone's shoes appeared on the floor that I had been attempting to concentrate on. Warm fingers reached under my chin, forcing me to gaze into the eyes of Jasper. I tried to look anywhere but him as he looked into my eyes. I could imagine what shame I had brought upon him. It was no secret that I was to be Jasper's mate once I had finished my training. I was so humiliated… I had embarrassed myself in front of Jasper, God's most gifted warrior.

'He will never love you. You are nothing more than a gift to him; a possession that he will quickly tire of.' Julius' voice echoed through my head as I gazed into Jasper's soft blue eyes. He was kneeling before me, searching for something within me.

"You haven't been completely honest, have you, darlin'?" His voice echoed across the circular dome, alerting everyone who was inside. Suspicious eyes snapped to me as I tried to avert my gaze, which was next to impossible when your chin is being held by the one person who you don't want to face.

I saw Julius behind Jasper – his face twisted into a malicious grin, daring me to accuse him – daring me to deny my guilt. Subtly, he reached up to his neck as he grinned at me.

I was torn. Jasper was asking me for the truth. He would know instantly if I lied and if he did discover that I was lying, he'd only push further for the truth. That is, if I could lie to him. There was no guarantee that I would even be able to lie to this magnificent man. Often, mates were unable to lie to each other – being Angels would make it a whole lot harder.

Then there was Julius, who had showed me that no one was to be trusted – that no one could truly care for someone as disgusting and weak as me. The same Julius that had taught me everything I know – my only friend. But he was also the same Julius that had slapped, kicked and punched me into submission – the same Julius that had threatened Jasper's life, knowing all too well that I harbored some feelings for him regardless of the fact that I was gifted to him. He was the same Julius who seemed to have a sick obsession with me and would make sexual innuendos as he would punish me.

"Isabella, what have you not told us?" Jasper pressed, his voice echoing with dominance.

"I-I…. I learnt to speak Latin?"

"Congratulations. Isabella, what have you not told us about this case? Did you really betray the will of Heaven?" Julius was glaring daggers behind Jasper's back. What to do, what to do? Tell Jasper the truth and Julius will kill him, and no one will believe me anyway. Jasper probably won't believe me and then he'll get killed anyway, but in doing so, Julius will be revealed as a traitor. Lie to Jasper and Jasper will get really angry with me, no one will know the truth, Julius will keep going behind everyone's backs and I will be punished for stuff that I did because I was too weak to fight. Most likely, that will end in death for me, but Jasper will be alive and well.

I sighed in defeat. "I… Nothing's wrong…" Depending on how you look at it – not that Jasper needed to know that little tidbit of information.

"The truth, Isabella. I have all day."

"I… I'm n-not a-allowed to say…" I cried desperately. Why can't he mind his own freaking business for once? I didn't want him killed because I was too weak.

Isabella, speak to me. No harm will come to you if you speak the truth. All of the Archangels can sense your purity. Something evil is trying to keep you prisoner. Isabella, please speak to me. I am quite capable of protecting you.

Oh, Jasper… It's not my life I'm worried about. Are you strong enough to protect your own life? No, I would definitely continue to lie – even if it resulted in my death. As long as Jasper was safe…

Isabella, as intriguing as your thoughts are, I feel the need to interrupt here. I am quite capable of protecting myself. Whoever is responsible is bluffing, for they know that I am undefeated. Just tell me the truth and everything will be okay.

Being the hopeless fool I am, I couldn't help but swoon at his soft voice. And I believed him. I believed that he could protect me, as well as himself. So I told him everything.

…End Flashback…

Jasper holds my heart firmly in his hands and he doesn't even know it. I fear that when he does remember bits his past that he shall still choose Alice over me and not want to be granted his memories back. I hate the insecurities that live on in my head, whispering dark thoughts. Oh, how Jasper would laugh if I told him about the doubts I harbored. I wished he would, if only for the love he would send to me through our bond as he strokes my cheek and whispers how I should know better.

(Jasper's POV)

Something is wrong with me. Is it possible for vampires to get sick? My stomach turns as I watch Edward stroke Isabella's head absentmindedly as we settled into the living room. Their conversation from the red home has long since died out as they settled into a comfortable silence. I want to scream.

I can feel love, jealousy, anger and hate as I realized that the emotions are my own. I have to constantly remind myself that I am in love with Alice… which only ever leads to me questioning how true that statement is.

I am offered a reprieve from the confusing emotions as I am engulfed by yet another flashback. Old memories are being uncovered in my mind, all of which started when Isabella had moved into town and shown up in my life. It's as if all my memories had been placed under a lock and key and Isabella has the key along with the combination.

…Flashback…

I'm standing by a small splintered door. I watch as she kneels by the bed of ill looking human. It's a young boy, no older than 12. Her long brown hair seems hauntingly familiar as she whispers softly to the child. The child has small dimples and deep chocolate brown eyes. His brown hair is a darker shade than hers that was filled with curls, but he too, seems familiar.

"I missed you." The boy whispers before erupting into a coughing fit.

"I missed you too." She spoke so gently as she brushed her delicate fingers across his cheek affectionately.

"I thought I'd never see you again… I thought you'd left me." The boy weeps softly as he grasps her petite hand desperately as though he fears that if he were to let go, she'll disappear. I know the feeling.

"I thought I'd never see you again either… But I will never leave you, just like you shall never leave me, because I shall always be with you… in your heart."

"It hurts. Momma and Papa seem scared. I told them that it was okay, and that I would wait for them in Heaven with you, but they only cried harder."

"Oh, child, I know it hurts. It isn't much longer. Soon, you shall know no more pain. Just close your eyes and it shall be over soon."

"Am I going to die?"

"No child…" Her body shook silently as she cried. Small tears fell onto the boy's hand that was clasped tightly in hers. "You are going to return again… and you shall find great love and you will live happily ever after."

"Will I remember you?" The boy asked.

"No, I'm sorry, but you shall not remember me in your next life." She whispers sadly.

"B-But… you are like a sister to me. Please, don't leave me! I promise to be good and… and I'll do anything… just don't leave me…"

"I'm sorry, but I can't do that. Close your eyes, my darling. You shall die a peaceful death, instead of the painful one you would have lived through because of your illness. Just close your eyes and sleep. It shall be over soon, and soon, you won't remember me. Just remember, that it doesn't matter whether or not you still remember me. If I am meant to be in your life, than we will always find each other. Rest, my dear, and shall your journey be in peace." Her body continues to shake, even when his hand goes limp and I have to help her stand as she wobbles unevenly.

"Oh Jasper… Do you think he shall be alright?"

"He shall be fine. He will live the life he was meant to have when he is reborn and he shall find the love of his life eventually. And you were right, if you are meant to be in his life some way or other, the fates shall always bring you back together, just like it brought us together."

"So, if you suddenly start tap dancing in a bright pink tutu and I run away screaming, does that mean that I'll just end up running back to you?"

"Of course! Who else would you tease?"

"I don't know. What I'd do without you, Jasper? I love you."

"As I love you."

…End Flashback…

I hate those flashbacks. Every single time, I gain nothing from them… minus the heartbreak from missing the love with that woman who I don't even know, but miss terribly, and a migraine, which is from the confusion that always follows as a result of these confusing flashbacks, for that must be what they are. They just make no sense!

Wait… can vampires even get a migraine?

A/N: So, what did everyone think? We thought that we would give you a peak into their previous life as Angels together as well as some of what is going on in their heads. What do you think will happen next? Review!

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