Forever Starts with Evie

Chapter 2: Jasper POV

I felt myself stiffen when her scent reached me as she sat down. While yes she smelt absolutely amazing, it was not her blood that called to me, but all of her. I looked over at her and gave her a smile and nod in welcome. Pride swelled within me as I heard her heart skip a beat.

She returned the smile with a small, barely there smile of her own before she ducked her head to hide behind her hair.

“Hello Darlin’, my names Jasper Hale; looks like we’re gonna be partners this year.” I speak to her, hoping to see those blue eyes again. It worked. She looked up at me, almost startled that someone was talking to her. I watch as she quickly and as subtly as possible look me over as if she was sizing me up. I can't help but look over myself. Shaggy blonde hair? Check. Loose long sleeve grey t-shirt? Check. Old faded blue jeans? Check. Combat boots? Check. (see profile for outfits) As I look back up at Evangeline I can't help but wonder if she likes how I look. Ugh, if only I could get a clearer reading on her I’d be able to have an insight into that pretty lil’ head of hers.

“Eva Evans” she says with another one of her barely there smiles. I found myself thinking that I would do anything to see a real smile. After her introduction she quickly turned away once again give me only a curtain of hair to look at.

But unfortunately before I could attempt to start a conversation, the teacher called for our attention and began to explain what was going to happen this year and what was going to be expected of us.

As the bell rang I quickly gathered my stuff together then turned to Evie, seeing her about to leave I quickly grab her attention, unsure if I’d see her again today “See ya tomorrow Miss. Eva” unintentionally letting my accent slip through.

I finally get to feel something from her, even though all I feel is her slight surprise, confusion, and barely there contentment at my talking to her. “Bye Jasper” she whispers backs and quickly hurried out the door.

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As I make my way to my last period, Gym, I vow to do my damnedest to get to know Eva and to found out what her true smile looks like.

After changing out into the P.E. uniform I spot Rosalie standing apart from everyone and made my way over to her. As I reach her I see her giving me an odd look, “Edward said you talked to Evangeline.” She stares at me for a second “Why?”

I sigh, as I look at my “twin” and decide it’s best to be honest. “Honestly Rose, I don’t know. I just feel this pull to her. I want to know her, god more I want to see her smile. She may seem to block out or at least muddle my gift but I don’t need my gift to see that haunted pain look in her eyes Rose.” I look over at my sister seeing her staring intently at me, as if searching for something. A quick glance into her emotions proves me right.

“I think I know what’s going on. Though it’s completely preposterous and ridiculous and so unlikely. Plus personally I find it completely stupid, but all signs are there.” She says feeling contemplative, worried, concerned, slightly angered.

“What signs Rose?” I ask slightly impatient hating how everyone seems to speak in riddles.

Shaking herself out of her thoughts, “Not here, we’ll talk about this at home with the family.” Then she turned away from me ending all discussions. With an aggravated sigh, I consent knowing it wasn’t long until school was out and we would be heading home.

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When we got home Rose told everyone once Carlisle is home we needed to have a family meeting. I felt a burst of smugness and happiness from two sources. Quickly glancing up I see the emotions are coming from Alice and Edward. Of course, I think.