Bella's Point of View

Jasper waited while I got dressed and ready for the day.

"Do you mind if I eat breakfast before we go?" I asked. I was starving!

"Not at all," he replied.

I led him down to the kitchen. "You can sit down if you want," I told him. He nodded his thanks and took a seat in Charlie's chair. Thank god Charlie had gone on a fishing trip that day. It was Saturday, so it wasn't all that surprising.

As I got down a bowl and poured myself some cereal, I could see how very different Jasper acted from Edward. He was cautious, guarded with his actions. Edward had grown comfortable with my presence, always aware of the smell. It was one of the first times that Jasper and I had been alone together and I could tell he was struggling with it.

I sat down with my cocoa puffs and looked at Jasper. He was studying my bowl.

"Do you… want some?" I asked, confused.

He laughed, the sound ringing through the house. It was a smooth sound that warmed me to the core. It was a sound I could get used to.

"No, Bella. I'm okay," he answered. "I was just wondering what that would taste like. Is it good?"

I flinched. Edward had asked me almost the exact same question once. He flinched too, obviously feeling what I felt. I'd have to be more careful.

"Sorry," I said, not wanting to cause him pain.

He frowned. "What was that about?" he asked. I couldn't blame him. It was just a question about my breakfast. Breakfast wasn't usually something that'd cause anyone emotional pain.

"Memories," I whispered. He nodded, understanding completely.

 I pushed away from the table, not hungry anymore. "Ready to go?" I asked as I put my bowl in the sink and rinsed it out.

 "Yes, but are you sure you want to go? You really don't have to if you don't want to," he said, his voice muted.

 I was about to answer when I heard the doorbell ring. Jasper looked at the door and snarled. I had a feeling I knew who it was.

"Jasper, would you like to leave? He might be here for a minute or two. It'll be okay if you do, you know," I told him. I didn't want anyone getting hurt.