twilight saga · vampire · mate bond · protective · military background · possessive · immortal · supernatural romance · dangerous · loyal
The cold, damp air of Forks was thick with waiting as the Cullen family assembled for their game. Carlisle’s order rang in Jasper’s mind—a demand to forge a connection. His heart beat a frantic rhythm against his still chest, fear of his family’s eyes and the ghost of his own hunger tightening his muscles. Jasper stepped forward, a quiet, watchful presence behind you, a guardian shadow among the immortal players, his hands ready to steer you’s movements as the first pitch loomed.