The volturi haven't made a big deal out of the issue yet as it hasn't escalated. As far as they know, the 'zombies' are still out at sea. I'll get into it shortly. :)
CHAPTER 5
I awoke in the same position I fell asleep in, wrapped in Jasper's arms. He smiled down at me and planted a kiss on my temple.
"Slept well?" He asked. I wiggled closer to him.
"I seem to sleep like a log while I'm in your arms." I said. He just smiled and kissed my lips softly.
"I don't want to ruin this moment, but we have things to discuss." I knew this was coming but I wanted to prolong this simple, blissful moment.
"Where do you want to start?" I asked while rolling out if bed.
"How about we start with us." Yes, that was an easier topic. "Shoot." I said with a smile, walking over to the window. Of course Jasper knew what I was doing, in the blink of an eye, he was beside me with a cigarette. I smiled in response.
"You still want to be changed. But when?" He asked.
"Well I would have suggested sooner rather than later, but given the recent events, it might not be wise, with all the zombies running around. I can just see myself trying to suck one dry if you changed me now." I said with a laugh.
"Good point," Jasper chuckled. "So we play it by ear then?"
"I think that's best, but you'll just have to protect me a little longer." I said.
"I'd still do it even if you were a vampire. Your my mate. I'll always be the same way with you regardless." He said, stroking my cheek.
"So it's settled: once everything dies down?" I asked.
"I think so." He answered. "Are you going to tell Charlie?" He asked.
"I wasn't planning on telling him anything yet. He wouldn't understand, and in his eyes, it would look like I broke off the engagement to Edward for his brother. I don't think it will go down well." I said. He nodded his head.
"I'll have to officially meet him so I can come visit you a bit more. That way, it's not like your sneaking around and constantly hanging around the Cullen house."
"Sounds like a plan to me." I said with a smile. "When will I get to meet Peter and Charlotte?" I asked. Jasper smiled so wide I thought it would crack. It was infectious, or he could have been projecting.
"I have a feeling it will be sooner rather than later."
"Good. I can't wait!" I said, cuddling Jasper's side.
"There is one other thing I want to ask," he said seriously "I want to marry you, not in the near future, but I'd like very much if you were still human so Charlie can walk you down the isle."
"That's doable. I'll agree to that." I said.
"Everything else is kind of in valid now, seeming as there is impending doom on the horizon, again." Jasper said with a sigh.
"You can say that again." I said with a snort. I got up from the window and got my clothes out for the day.
"Should we have a second date? Could be a while before I can take you out again." Jasper asked.
"You don't have to. I'm happy as long as I'm in your arms. We have eternity to go out and experience things together." I told him.
"Maybe we could take a trip to see my home town when things settle down. And go visit your mum." Jasper said with a smile.
"I'd like that." I whispered, throwing myself in his arms. He lifted my face to meet his and kissed me so passionately I thought my knees would give way.
"Stop," he said against my lips "or we won't ever leave this room. We need to check in with Carlisle."
"I can't help it. Your too sexy for your clothes." I said with a wink. He playfully slapped my behind as I made my way to my bedroom door.
"I'll meet you downstairs. I'll get you some breakfast." He said.
"Thank you Jasper." I said before going to the bathroom. After my shower and breakfast, we headed to the Cullen's. Jasper opted to drive so he could hold me close to him. It was nice, he was never in a rush to get somewhere and never ragged on my truck like Edward.
We were met by all the Cullen's standing in the driveway. We got out of the truck a bit confused.
"We are going to meet the pack now. Are you still coming?" Asked Carlisle.
"Of course." I said. With that, I was on Jasper's back and he took off with a run. He was faster than the rest. I thought Edward was the fastest? I'll log that question for Jasper away for later. Within a few minutes, we were in the clearing that we used for the battle. The pack were already there. I jumped off Jasper's back and walked forward. I spotted Jake standing to Sam's right. I waved and smiled. He nodded once, and turned back to the Cullen's.
"thank you for meeting us. Unfortunately, Edward isn't here. Would it be too much to ask if one of you shifted to your human form?" Carlisle asked. Ever the gentleman. Jake ran behind the tree's and came back moments later in a pair of cut off jeans.
"What's up, doc?" Jake asked. Carlisle recapped what he told us last night. The pack were silent. Finally jake spoke up
"would you have any clue what it could do to is if we were bitten?"
"I don't know." Carlisle answered simply. "I'd imagine if it could kill one of us, the effects to the pack could be of the same effect." Jake nodded. He turned suddenly to me and saw my hand in Jasper's. He scoffed and rolled his eyes. Jasper stepped forward but I stopped him with my hand.
"Now is not the time, Jake. We will talk, but when the time comes." I said looking him square in the eye.
"Whatever Bella." He said. Jasper tensed beside me. I squeezed his hand. He turned to me and I mouthed 'no'. He nodded and moved me slightly behind him.
"I'll talk this over with Sam and get back to you. We will patrol the Rez as usual. But we will be in touch." Jake said, and with that said, they were gone. I let out a breath I didn't know I was holding. The rest of the Cullen's took off, leaving us behind.
"Why don't we walk back?" I asked.
"Sure. But let me know if you get tired." Jasper said. We walked hand in hand, talking about trivial things and trading stories. It was nice. Peaceful. It was good to be in our bubble. We both knew things wouldn't be the same after today, and we both just enjoyed the normality and pure innocence of this perfect moment. Who knew when we would get this again...