We had been lying there for about another 2 hours, when Peter called saying it was safe to go home.

We ran home and by the time we got home, it was 9pm. That, unfortunately meant we would have to go back to camp soonish.

'B, you can go have a shower first if you want.' I told her, logging on to the computer. She beamed, and kissed my cheek.

'Thanks Jay.' She zoomed up the stairs. Char was also showering in her and Peter's ensuite bathroom. Peter was packing, so I had a few minutes of quiet time.

I logged onto my email, knowing there would be at least one new email. I was right.

Inbox(1)

From:

Dear Jasper,

I miss you. So much. Emmett does too.

I know I've said this in almost every email I have sent you, but other than Em, you are the only real family I have. Please, please come home.

I know you won't want to because THEY are here, but you can ignore them – Just like me and Em do!

Or let me and Em come to you! Please Jasper, I just need to see you again.

Anything interesting new happening up where you are this week? Em got his hand stuck in a radiator. And that was the highlight of the week. You can see how boring things have got up here. We need you Jasper. When you were here, Em and You played jokes. They were as annoying as hell, but they gave the house life.

We miss you.

Love Rose and Em xxx

I sighed. After I left the Cullen's, Rose and Em were the only ones who even tried to contact me.

We exchanged emails every week now, always the same. Her begging me to come home, me saying no.

I was really grateful though. It was nice to speak to her. She was my sister, and I missed her. Em too.

I started to type my reply.

Rosie,

I know you want me to come home, but I can't. I've got responsibilities up here now. I have a life. A family. And now's just not a good time to visit.

I'm just starting to let Alice go. I can't return, or I may never get better. Maybe someday Rose. Just... Not now.

A new girl was changed this week. Her name is Bella. And trust me – She lives up to her name. She's gorgeous, and funny, and smart, and... Perfect.

She has three gifts - She can sleep, control the elements and she has a shield.

She's incredible, and I wish you could meet her.

I have to head back now, but we'll talk again next week.

Jay xx

I sighed, and turned off the computer after logging out.

As I stood up, I heard Bella's footsteps come around the corner. 'Hey, I'm done now.' She smiled.

I looked at her. Her hair was especially shiny, and smelled of bananas and pineapple. It was very tropical, and complemented her natural scent. It fell in long brown ringlets to her hips. She was wearing one of my tops that was a bit too small for me, it was a AC/DC one. She was also wearing some of Char's skinny jeans.

'We really need to get you some of your own clothes.' I frowned.

She looked worried. 'Jay, if you don't want me wearing your shirt, I'll find another one.' I chuckled, and pulled her into a hug.

'Silly, beautiful girl. I don't mind you in my clothes, in fact, I love you in my clothes. It's incredibly sexy. But I thought you might like your own clothes, so you don't have to borrow Char's.'

'Oh.' She stated. I smiled, holding her into my chest.

'Yeah, oh.' I kissed her hair, then pulled away reluctantly. 'I really ought to shower before we head back.' She pouted but nodded, and bounded off into the longue.

I smiled at her, then ran up the stairs and into the bathroom. Not wasting anytime, I stripped and jumped in the shower.

I savoured the feeling of the warm water hitting my skin.

After quickly shampooing and conditioning my hair, I used some body wash and jumped out.

'JASPER! WE NEED TO GO SOOOOON!' Peter shouted.

'Lemme get dressed.' I spoke normally, rolling my eyes. I'm sure he forgets we have superhuman hearing.

I put on some boxers, and some grey jeans. I also put on a dark blue t-shirt and my combat boots.

When I was done, I walked down the stairs. Bella beamed, and ran over to me. 'Hello.' She said, throwing her arms around me.

'Hi.' I whispered, burying my face in her hair.

'What's wrong?' She asked, rubbing my back soothingly.

'How did you know something was wrong?' I asked.

I felt her shrug. 'Just did. Now answer.' She demanded.

Sighing, I answered. 'I just don't think I can go back to treating you like shit.' I answered.

'It's fine Jay, I know it's for our safety and that you don't mean it.' She smiled.

'Guys, we really ought to go now.' Char said sticking her head in the door. We nodded, and I grabbed Bella's hand. We all walked to the paddock, where Peter had tacked up Baron and...

'Hey Peter, you never told me what your horse is called.' I told him, jumping on Baron and extending my hand for Bella.

'You never asked.' He shot back. I gave him a 'look.' 'Alright fine, he's called Snowball.' He said proudly. Bella and Char burst out into fits of giggles.

'Snowball? Really Peter? He's not even white!' His horse was Brown.

'So? I think that is horse discrimination.' He frowned.

'Aw Peter... You're so cute.' Bella giggled, looking at him over my shoulder.

He brightened up at that, and puffed out his chest. 'Yes I am. And don't forget it.' She giggled again.

'Anyway Jasper, if you don't think my horses name is good, what's yours?' He asked.

'His name is Baron. It means noble warrior.' I told him proudly. He snorted.

'Well that's cliché.' He rolled his eyes.

'Is not!' Bella protested. 'Baron is better than Snowball any day.' She boasted. I nodded.

Peter shook his head. 'Nu uh. I bet we could beat you in a race.' He betted.

'You're on.' Bella said. '3... 2... 1... GO!' We both made our horses gallop, but after a minute I slowed Baron down to a trot.

'Jasper! What are you doing? GO! We're going to lose!' She shouted.

'No we're not. I've ridden with Peter enough to know our horses are built for distance not speed. Soon Peter will slow down, then we'll go faster.' She nodded and we sped up a little until Peter was in sight.

As I predicted, after about 3 miles Peter began to slow. With the camp only about another 2 miles away, I forced Baron to canter.

We passed Peter in a few minutes. 'Shit.' He cursed.

A mile away, I made Baron gallop, ignoring Peter's screams behind me.

We were the first ones to arrive at the camp, and when we did, everyone's emotions turned to confusion and fear.

I walked Baron to the stables. There was a frightened Newborn there. 'Put Baron away, and make sure he gets some fresh hay.' I commanded, as Peter raced in on Snowball. He looked distraught, but he couldn't complain because of where we were.

'Well raced Major.' He said, through gritted teeth. I smirked smugly at him.

'Training begins as usual tomorrow.' I announced, before walking to my tent. I heard Bella, Peter and Char sigh.

'Go to your tent Bella. We still have a few hours until training.' Char instructed. I heard Bella agree and kiss them both on the cheeks. I glared at every man I passed, warning them that if they touched her, they would die.

When I reached the tent I held it open for Bella. She said a quiet thank you, and walked in. I sent a final glare to everyone else and closed the tent door.

'I'm sorry.' I apologized sheepishly. She smiled, and shrugged, picking up the book she was reading the other day.

'No biggie.' She smiled, settling onto the sofa. I whimpered pathetically, grabbed a book and sat down next to her.

After a few minutes, I decided this wasn't working. I snuck a look at Bella and saw she was engrossed in her book.

I bit my lip.

Kiss her. A voice in my head whispered. Wait, what? As I looked at her I was immediately astounded by her beauty. I couldn't deny I was attracted to her in that sense, she really was the most beautiful person I had ever seen.

And she was sweet too. Selfless. I hadn't known her long, but I could already tell she'd do anything for the ones she loves.

And she's your mate... The voice echoed around my head. I couldn't think of anything to say/think.

I know I had denied it when Charlotte had told me, but now that I had had time to think about it, it really wasn't such a bad thing. Who was I kidding? If Bella really was my mate, I would be the luckiest mother fucker alive.

She seemed to sense my gaze and looked up to meet my eyes. 'What?' She asked self consciously. I smiled and shook my head.

'Nothing. Sorry if I made you worried.' I tucked a piece of loose hair behind her ear, and returned to my book. I heard her breathing speed up slightly, but she didn't speak.

We were silent for another few minutes. I snuck another look at her.

I opened my mouth to speak, when Peter walked in. 'Major, there was an incident over the weekend. Similar to what happened to Bella-Bean.' He told me, smiling and waving to Bella. 'Char's in our tent if you wanna see her.' He told her. She nodded, and bookmarked her page.

'See you later darlin'.' I kissed her cheek as I walked past.

We quickly made our way to the Changing tent, and saw a man that could be no older than 17. He, unlike Bella, was screaming and thrashing around. Two of the other nurses were trying to restrain him. I sent him a dose of lethargy, to tire him. It worked, and he stopped fighting.

'When was he bitten?' I asked one of the nurses.

'We're not sure. He was brought in at 1am yesterday.' I nodded. That means the change had been occurring for about 28 hours.

'Keep an eye on him.' I told them. 'And tell me when he starts to wake up.' I nodded at their confirmations and walked out the door, Peter on my heels.

'Not gonna sit by his side and hold his hand Major?' He teased as we walked to his tent.

'Don't start Peter. I'm still trying to work everything out.' I sighed, rubbing my hands over my face.

'Bout what?' He asked, as we stopped walking and leaned against a wall. 'C'mon Jazz. I'm your best friend. You gotta tell me.'

'Char said Bella's my mate.' I told him. He beamed.

'Dude, congratulations man!' He exclaimed, slapping me on the back. He noticed my face. 'What's wrong? Shouldn't you be happy?' He asked.

I sighed. 'It's just... I went thinking, for so many years, that Alice was my mate. What if the same thing happens to Bella? What if my heart gets crushed again?' I asked.

'Jasper... I haven't known Bella long, but I know she'd never hurt you. See, with Alice.. It was constantly about her. "I want , I think, I need." But Bella's selfless. She puts everyone before herself. Plus she's just too nice to hurt anyone.' He told me, smiling slightly.

'Thanks Peter.' I smiled.

'Jazz – Talk to her. Tell her you're worried. She'll understand.' He gave me a man hug, and we walked over to Pete and Char's tent.

We could hear Bella and Char laughing over something. When they saw us they just laughed more.

'Okay, now I'm worried.' Peter confessed, eyes roaming – Looking for a prank or something.

'You-u guys! We ar-aren't g-going t-to pra-ank you!' Char choked out through her laughter.

Bella was laughing too much, so she just held out a picture. I took it with caution, and saw it was from when I had actually pranked Peter. He was covered head to toe in neon pink goo and his expression was like someone had just shoved an alarm clock up his ass.

I started laughing and Peter took it from my hand. 'Aw shit.' He complained.

'Don't think you g-get off s-so easily-y cow-boy.' Bella laughed as she handed me another picture.

I took it carefully and groaned when I saw it. It was a picture of me with glue and feathers, staring at my car like someone had just run over my puppy. Peter had attacked my pride and joy – My car.

He had turned it from a gorgeous cherry red Jaguar e-type into a bright pink clown car. Complete with red nose and a horn. I was distraught.

'Now this was a good prank.' Peter had snatched the photo from me, and he now laughed, remembering that prank.

'Yeah.. I forgot about that.' I complained. 'You still owe me a new Jaguar, you know?' I reminded him. 'I loved that car.' I'm sure my face now represented the photo. Well, minus the glue and feathers.

The girls 'Aww-ed'.

'Aww... Jazz. You're so cute.' Char cooed.

'Don't worry. I'll make sure he gets you a new car, hot stuff.' Bella promised, kissing the corner of my mouth. I swear my still heart skipped a beat.

I pulled her into me and gave her a tight hug. She exhaled, and wrapped her arms around my neck.

'Aww, look at you two all loved up.' Char joked.

'Go away.' I mumbled into Bella's neck, whilst breathing in her heavenly scent.

'Can't training is beginning now.' Peter told us. I sighed, and pulled away from Bella reluctantly.

'Kay.' I sighed, taking Bella's hand and leading her outside. I dropped her hand as I spoke. 'Peter, I wish for you to continue training with Bella today. She needs to be ready around here. Are you okay with that Bella?' I asked her. She smiled slightly and nodded. 'Good. Char, I want you to take Power training today. I'll handle normal training.'

When we reached the crowd of newborns. 'Alright, silence.' I demanded in a calm, but menacing tone. 'Today, it's power training with Captain Davies, and Combat training with me.' I told them. 'My group will be here, the Powers group will be in the fields. Dismissed.' I told them.

I winked at Bella before she disappeared with Pete. I turned to the newborns frowned.

'Let's get this show on the road then.' I told them clapping my hands together.

So yeah... New chapter :)

So a lot of you have been asking if the Cullen's are going to be in it again, in particular Alice and Edward. Well, you'll just have to wait and see ;)

It will get a heck lot more interesting next chapter, and the couple after that.. Review and tell me what you think!

Rachel x.x.x