Post by paperflowers on Dec 9, 2009 11:40:33 GMT -5
( JASPER WHITLOCK HALE. )
"In the arms of the Angel,
Fly away from here,
From this dark cold hotel room,
and the Endlessness that you feel.
You are pulled from the wreckage
of your silent reverie,
you're in the arms of the Angel
May you find, some comfort here."
The Basic Info
FULL NAME: Jasper Whitlock Hale
NICKNAME(S): Jazz
AGE: 20. actually 169
GENDER:Male
I LIKE: Females - but Alice is the only one for him
SPECIES:Veggie Vamp
SPECIAL POWER: Empathy: Jasper has a special ability but his does not affect the mind but the body physically. An Empath is someone who feels the emotions of others, but Jasper can also manipulate your emotions too - by either exciting your system or slowing it down. He is particularly handy to have around because he can act like a gel, assisting in soothing and smoothing over rough situations by making everyone calm and able to listen to reason.
Jasper lives day to day feeling everyones emotions - every single emotion they have. Humans have great capacity to harbour more than one at once, so potentially Jasper can feel at least two coming from one person alone. This takes a great toll on Jasper emotionally and mentally. He spends a lot of time in the guise of a student at school and adolescents are nutorious for mood swings and extreme emotions. Jasper usually requires some time of peace after attending school - should be turn up, but he usually does.
Since his Empathy can affect him dearly Jasper can be reserved. It makes him prone to states of varying degrees of depression. It is in fact his ability that lead him to jumping at the opportunity of feeding soley on animals. Of course Jasper finds this difficult, having spent a century on human blood. But also, he has the others' thirst to contend with but Jasper won't complain about it or make excuses.
Jasper's empathic ability is strong. Many people multiply the effect it has on him. His ability to manipulate others emotions is quick acting and breakable only by his departure.
The Looks
HAIR COLOR: Honey Blond
EYE COLOR: Amber when full, black when hungry
HEIGHT: 5"11'
WEIGHT: 9 stone
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES: Jasper is covered in scars from living in the South and fighting territorial wars.
PLAY BY: Jackson Rathbone
The Personality
LIKES:Assisting Alice in secret:: Jasper has a lot of fun helping Alice cause some mayhem and let her take the blame for it. He usually tries to reign her in with her more bizzare and outrageous ideas but generally he's a bit mischevious and likes to cause a bit of havoc himself. He is more subtle than Alice, one liners and casual comments with the occasional well thoguht out prank but helping Alice is one of his favourite things to do. (He can always pretend she roped him into it. He is her husband after all and she can be terrifying).
+ Alice::Alice is one of his favourite things in the world, for obvious reasons. She makes him laugh and open up even when he feels like shutting down. She's usually the one to keep him going, reassuring him that this is something he can do. She is the love of his life and one of the most precious things in the world.
+ Carlisle and Esme::While he loves and likes his siblings his 'parents' take a special place. They accepted him with ease and were always very supportive of him and his past. They accepted that he had once been a killer, a warrior amongst their kind and was now willing and determined to conform to their ways. Esme had been loving and giving, kind, generous and caring. She had made him feel like a son, wanted and loved while back in his early days he felt like a necessity. Carlisle, of course, is the main reason, besides Alice, he is a vegetarian. He as a great amount of respect for Carlisle who was able to turn and resist draining Edward, Esme, Rosalie and Emmett dry. Jasper does not have that strength.
+ The Denalis::Jasper is not overly friendly with the Denali's but they are other Vegetarian vampires and he gets on well with the sisters. He respects them also for sticking to the strict and meagre diet. They are also pleasant company. With both them and the Cullens Jasper has felt happier than he ever has.
+ Fast cars::It seems to be a part of being a vampire. Speed is a must. It's also a guy thing too. Alice though, shares his love which is brilliant. Jasper prefers sleek, cool yet unassuming cars - although he may be seen driving one that could be considered flashy, due to Alice's influence
+ Violin::They all play music in some form or other. The snag of being immortal and unable to sleep is having a lot of spare time. Jasper chose to learn the violin because it could reflect his sorrow, his depression but also hope, the promise of future and happiness.
+ Solitude:: A product of his empathic ability means Jasper prefers to be alone, or with one person at least. Feeling everyone's emotions including his own can be very waring, so it's not uncommon for Jasper to be distant or absent. he makes sure to inform them when he's feeling more overwhelmed than usual. this is usually worse right after attending school due to the extreme emotions teenagers can feel.
+ Being part of a family :: The Cullens make Jasper feel more than welcome, loved and cared for. They are a strong family unit, able to tolerate each others differences, quirks, habits and flaws much more easily than Carniverous Vampires. Jasper had went to them depressed and now he could only describe himself as happy.
+ Academia::Jasper likes learning new subjects. One of hsi favourites his history. He has a particular interest on studying the subject from the perspective of the present looking at the past, rather than living it. He likes music because its soothing and has been known to compse a piece or too, but Edward is the best muscian in the family. Jasper also likes the law, business, and learning other languages.
+ Success::Jasper likes being useful, succeeding at whatever he puts his mind to and doing it well. This includes betting, competitions etc.
DISLIKES: Excuses:: For Jasper an explanation is fine, but do not make excuses. If you've made a mistake face that, don't hide behind sometimes else. Jasper himself, could make an excuse for not being as strong as his siblings, less controlled by saying he not only has to deal with his own thirst but theirs as well. But he does not for he finds this to be selfish and unworthy. have the respect to apologize and acknowledge you were in the wrong rather than trying to run your way or lie, out of a bad situation that you got yourself in, in the first place.
+ liability:: All the other members of the Olympic Covan can be around humans with relative ease but even after decades of pratice Jasper is still finding it insanely difficult. This is greatly frustrating and a weakness for all the family. He doesn't want to cause any trouble for them.
+ Burden:: This of course is linked with the above. Jasper hates feeling like a weight, something to be carried and constantly helped along. He's used to doing the helping not being carried.
+ This Empathic Ability :: In a way Jasper does like it as it gives him power, an edge and more importantly to smooth over feelings of discontent amongst the group. However he doesn't just feel one person, but everyone and all their emotions. A person can feel more than once so multiply that by a hundred. It is very waring and very tiring.
+ Crowds:: A large mass of people aggrivates his empathy. It can make him tired, or more frustrated than usual which may lead him to snap at someone who doesn't deserve it. He therefore likes to stay away from places with large crowds unless he has no choice because it is easier to handle fewer emotions.
+ Disappointing Alice :: It doesn't happen often but like in any relationship, especially one that lasts as long as theirs does and will there's bound to issues occasionally - rarely - but it happens. Jasper also tends not to use his mojo on her - for one she doesn't need brightening up - and two it's only fair. He'll use it when she's angry at someone else though. He doesn't like seeing her angry.
+ Feeling helpless :: Jasper wants to be able to protect his family esp Alice and Esme at all costs. Emse really is like a mother despite being younger than he and Carlisle is like a father too. he doesn't like disapopinting either of them or benig uanble to help.
+ People joking about his lack of control :: They mean well, but the quickest way to make Jasper irritated, edgy, defensive and angry is to joke about his control issues. He'll accept a jibe or two but continuing that line of thought gets you into trouble very fast. While he won't cause permanent damage to his brothers he will attack them in punishment - and he is the best fighter.
+ Seeing Alice hurt/in pain etc :: She's is world and anything that troubles or bothers her, bothers him too. He'll hurt anyone who upsets her - unless its a relative - and is very protective of the small vampire.
+ failing/losing:: Jasper dislikes it when he slips up and attacks/kills a human. He's committed himself to the vegetarian way and really does, honestly want to succeed. He also dislikes losing bets and challenges. He's quite competetive.
STRENGTHS:+ Combat:: Jasper has had more than enough experience when it comes to fighting. He spent 100 years at war with other covans and training new borns who were far stronger than he. He's a fierce warrior and even his appearance - covered in a myriad of crescent bites - proves this. With the sharp eyes of a vampire Jasper is intimidating and a warning that he is not a creature to mess with.
+ Strategy:: Jasper is very good at planning. He proved to be invaluable to Maria, his sire, in the South during the wars. He could easily plan which newborn should go where and when and why. He was very good at implimenting her plans and helping create them.
+ Organisation :: Jasper easily organised newborns all the time for decades. He is very neat, methodical and organised. he knows how to get people motiviated, enthused and keep them going without over exciting them.
+ Calming:: Jasper is a vital component to life with a vampire clan. IN the south Jasper could smooth over emotions of newborns as well as Maria, Nettie and Lucy. Now he can calm irritated emotions of his family, placate them and generally make them more placid with each other.
+ Observation:: Jasper has a sharp mind and keen eyes. He can notice a difference in a person easily, partly due to his unique ability but also a change in a room, perhaps a piece of furniture has been moved to a slightly different position. If you need extreme scrutiny Jasper's your vampire
+ Empathy:: His ability of course is an asset. He can sooth poeple, make them happier, calmer, frightened or even angry should he see it fit. He can also use it to judge what their reactions would be to something, know if they are feeling down and judge what the appropriate measure would be. Forcing them to feel is only a temporary solution since it wears off once he leaves
+ Soldier:: Jasper was a soldier so he gets things done. He's efficient, can follow orders without quibbling, doesn't backchat or argue, is organised and can be cold hearted and ruthless. He can concentrate on the bigger picture without being distracted by the little things in life.
+ Patient:: Jasper is also a very patient guy. this comes from the manners instilled in him from an early age which carried on through to his vampire self. While he lost his humanity, Alice and then the Cullens assisted in its return and the qualities taught by his parents came flooding back.
WEAKNESSES: + human blood::If Jasper smells human blood he'll no longer be the Jasper we all know and love. Unlike the other Cullens Jasper lacks the control to even warn them he's about to snap. It's not a conscious decision for him. The conscious decision is to feed from animals instead but Jasper still slips sometimes to his great shame. He hates letting Carlisle down who's one of the gentlest, kindest and heartbraekingly forgiving people he's ever met.
+ The Scent of humans :: Humans smell so delicious to vampries. For example in the books Bella to Edward is a Singer - someone who calls to him more fiercely than anyone else. However all humans are like this for Jasper. While he's not mastered the control over the scent of blood, Jasper can withstand the burning pain in his throat and the nagging thirst. He can, not attack a human even when he is closely and daily surrounded by them.
+ Lacks control :: Jasper, as stated above, has control issues. He's not good when it comes to humans though he tries his best. Perhaps it is because he does prefer human blood, or the fact he's used to feeling fully satisfied. He wants to do better, to make them proud, but also to feel better about himself. Jasper has been regaining his humanity over the decades with the Cullens and feels once he has perfected self control he'll be almost whole again.
+ Alice:: Alice of course is a weakness for Jasper. She's got him wrapped around her little finger so tightly it's not true. She's wonderful, brilliant, smart, beautiful, breathtaking, funny and of course very excited about nearly everything in life. She's adorable and a scary little monster sometimes.
+ Empathy:: While it is useful it leaves Jasper drained sometimes and with the great need to be alone. It can also sometimes still make him a depressed although the good climate of the Cullens helps massively.
+ Blunt:: sometimes Jasper can be a litlte too blunt and come off as a little rude. He is charming and while this is good he also doesn't believe in sugar coating anything unless it will get him what he wants. He can also seem a little callous too, but it's just Jasper being thorough.
FULL LENGTH PERSONALITY:
Jasper appears to be, at first glance, a rigid and stoic person. While this is true, in the face of danger, Jasper can be cold, hard, heartless and calculating he is generally much warmer. His rigid expressions and stiff posture occur only when humans are around - or he is uncomfortable/upset for some reason (this includes when Alice goes wilder than usual although he secretly loves it) - because Jasper has trouble resisting the smell of blood. Just like everyone, especially newborns the scent of a human causes a burning pain in his throat and a terrible unquenchable thirst.
Jasper doesn’t like being a liability, a burden for the rest of the family. He’s the one that’s constantly watched, guarded, carefully considered due to the constant temptation and readily available supply of humans. He’s used to being an asset, the person to be relied upon etc so not being able to withstand humans without the reassurance from Alice who finds it so damn easy - but then she didn’t feed on them for a hundred years prior - is frustrating.
Jasper is actually quite charming. He’s got a way with people. He’s able to persuade them, coerce them and convince them to agree to something they wouldn’t normally even without his extra abilities. He was charming as a human too and this has undoubtedly carried forwards into his vampire persona.
However due to his past, Jasper is still wary of vampires and people in general. He’s very private and guarded so only those closest to him will realise this. So far Jasper has been reserved around the Denali’s but has loosened a little since first meeting them. He has settled in well with the Cullens and is able to be his witty and playful self.
Jasper is a little mischievous. That’s probably partly why he gets on so well with pixie like Alice who’s extremely hyper and seems to be a personality that would grate against his. It doesn’t. On her wilder exploits he reigns her in, but unknown to most he sometimes encourages her and even helps her plan. It probably helps that Alice has him wrapped around his little finger.
Jasper is a soldier. That is why he can appear stoic, cold and distant. While this is not true Jasper can be frightening and intimidating when he feels like it. He knows what to use to his advantage - his ability to instil fear, to read people’s reactions and his own vampiric nature.
His empathic ability is another reason Jasper tends to be stoic and a little distant. He lives in a climate emotion and is most drained right after school. The Cullens, his family have helped him more than he could have hoped especially Alice, Carlisle and Esme. They were so accepting and forgiving it was untrue. With Alice Jasper feels hope and loved.
Jasper loves Alice more than life itself. She is his world and if he lost her he’d be devastated, and looking for revenge and not even Carlisle or anyone else would be able to stop him tearing the world apart. She gives him a reason to keep going, a reason to hope and makes him very very happy. With Alice he’s completely himself and she sees him more clearly than anyone else. At first this was very frightening for Jasper but he allowed it to happen it was one of the best decisions he ever made. With Alice Jasper is fun, kind, generous, caring, loving, witty, mischievous, and his complete charming self. He is also extremely protective and a smidgen possessive of Alice. If he could give his own life for hers and keep her out of danger he’d do it without thought.
His empathic ability means, even now, Jasper is prone to boughts of depression. During these it’s usually only Alice he’ll allow to be around and occasionally Carlisle and Esme, but only one at a time. He just needs to get away from the constant bombardment of feelings no matter how tiny or extreme.
Jasper can be a little judgemental, but then again he does have a soldier’s attitude and can over complicate things or over worry - Alice and his family. He’s not fond of Children of the Moon, the Volturi, prejudice etc. He doesn’t like it when people judge on looks since that was partly why he was turned.
He likes to gamble. He’ll rise to a challenge but not if it means endangering Alice or one of the others, and of course exposing them.
Jasper is a bit of a loner. He prefers to be alone or with the company of one or two others because it is draining and takes a heavy toll on him to feel everything all the time. he's not over romantic either. He'd prefer to sit or lie with Alice, staying close and saying nothign, just looking into her beautiful eyes. He's sentimental and romantic that way, sometimes surprising her with flowers etc. But he's a subtle kind of guy - charming but subtle. He'd much rather be in the background anyway than the centre of attention.
The History
DATE OF BIRTH: 1840s
PLACE OF BIRTH: Texas
CURRENT HOME: Forks Washington USA
PARENTS:Jasper's mother was a loving woman who worked hard in the home and taught him to listen, be patient, courteous and respect women. She taught him to work hard for a living and not take things for granted. She was firm, if nothing else and had firm beliefs too. She loved both him and his father.
Esme: Esme is now his 'mother' for all intents and purposes. Even though he is much older than she, Jasper still feels like her son. She accepted him, loved him and encouraged him through the years. He loves her very much. She is the most kind hearted and loving person he has ever met and he feels sorrow over her own sorrow for being unable to bear children. Jasper hopes he can be a good substitute.
His father taught him ethis, loyalty, courage and bravery. He instilled ambition, the desire to protect people even at the risk of his own life. He was a strict man that wanted the best for his family.
Carlisle: He is definately a father figure and Jasper wants to do him proud. He hates disappointing his 'parents' and tries his best for them and himself. He thinks the world of both his parents, but highly respects Carlisle for never touching a drop of human blood and being able to turn four humans without killing them. It is not an easy thing to do and everyone knows he does not have that strength.
SIBLINGS: Edward: At first the lack of privacy was something that Jasper couldn't stand, but something he has grown used to. It was difficult to be around Edward - which is no slant on his brother, whom he does love and care for, but Edward was not happy, borderline depressed for years which made him difficult t obe around. Now he is again, difficult to be around and causing Jasper to slip into depression from the force of his emotions.
Emmett: Jasper was at first very wary of him as he his rather large, but soon discovered he's like a soft teddy bear. Jasper finds Emmett fun, his emotions refreshing as well as the conversation. He finds him easy to speak with.
Rosalie: Rosalie is often frosty and Jasper sympathises with her. she hasn't adjusted well and so he doesn't take what she says to heart. He does like and love her.
IMPORTANT PEOPLE: The Denali Sisters. Bella - she is important to most of the family. She means a lot of Alice.
SIGNIFICANT OTHERS:Alice, his wife, and 'adopted sister' is his world. There is nothing Jasper wouldn't do for the little pixie. He loves her more than life itself and is more than contented to just look into her eyes for hours, drinking in her beauty and be amazed and the fact she loves him. She saved him and Jasper could not be more grateful. He's wrapped around her little finger and is extremely protective of her - and a smidgeon possessive too. If he feels she is in danger he'll be there, threatening however it is. If Alice were to die, or leave him he'd be devastated and heartbroken. Nothing could stop him from tearing the world a part seeking revenge on whoever took his beloved Alice from him. (He also loves her excitedness, even if he does play the exhasperating and long suffering husband occasionally. He usually tries to reign in her extravagent ideas but often encourages and plans with her.
PETS: They'd probably be eaten so no.
FULL LENGTH HISTORY: .Jasper Hale was born Jasper Whitlock in Texas to a loving family of upper lower class. They weren't extremely poor, living day to day in utter scraps, completely starving and thirsty but they didn't exactly have a lot of money. Unlike Rosalie there were no lavish weddings or dreams of big homes. They wanted only food and a roof over their heads that would suit their means.
Life had been hard, growing up in the 1800s with not a lot of money. HIs parents were firm, strict at times, but loving and caring. They did their best to indulge him as best as they could. Jasper had no siblings partly because they were too poor to handle another chid.
Jasper swayed between being a loner and having a lot of friends. He connected with people easily even as a young child. He usually got what he want, knowing instinctively to be polite and respectful. It was what his parents taught him - protect ladies, be polite, respectful, punctual don't be cheeky, arrogant, over-confident, be modest and have some humility. These qualities were ingrained in Jasper from a small child. Being poor makes you grow up far too quickly and Jasper was always helping around the house with responsibiliites and looking for a bit of work to assist in the money department.
When he was 17 he charmed his way into the Confederate Army in 1861, telling them he was 20. Jasper, the charming young Southern Gentleman soon climbed the ranks, settling at Major - the youngest in history, even ignoring his real, 3 years younger, age. It wasn't until he went to Gavelston, a battle which was more of a skirmish, that Jasper's life ended and his vampiric one began. He was in charge of evacuating the women and children from the area. One his way back to Gavelston he met Maria, Nettie and Lucy - three vampires, one out for vengence and the others for feeding grounds. He was turned because Maria found him compelling - probably due to his extra ability - and because he was a Major in the army.
Jasper began life as a vampire in a world full of hatred, vengence and bloodthirst. he didn't know there was any other way to live. Maria trained the newborns better than anyone else ever bothered and Jasper survived the first 18 months, continuing to prove useful. HIs first fights were with the other newborns, and he proved to be the quickest and strongest. Soon he was put in charge of them. His participiation was vital as his calming effect meant Maria, Nettie and Lucy could work more closely and better, as well as ensuring less fighting amongst the newborns.
Jasper in many ways loved and adored Maria, and others - reasons yet unknown to him - he did not. He was a valuable asset, the only one to survive 18 months while the rest were killed. Maria and the newborns took over Monterry and Jasper stayed, her right hand man, defending her against Nettie and Lucy when they inevitabley betrayed her. Even then Jasper demonstrated the capacity for great loyalty and trust - but only towards Maria.
Jasper remained clueless about his defined ability. He didn't know what to call it or whta it was really. Over time Jasper grew tired and sick of the fighting, the blood and the gore. Slowly he slipped into depression unaware of why.
Jasper bonded well with a three year old vampire called Peter, who fled with another called Charlotte. Five years later they returned for an increasingly depressed and dark Jasper who had lost almost all of his humanity. They told him of another way, where they wouldn't have to fight for surivival or constantly watch their backs. Jasper left without turning back.
But with the deepening depression Jasper eventually left them and wandered off on his own. He no longer wanted to kill, not even humans that were so tasty, that he considered nothing more than food. He tried to hunt less often, going longer without sustenance, but unlike Carlisle he's not as strong in that department and never considered attacking an animal - he didn't know it was possible. Plus he was used to killing humans, and thought it was the only way.
In Philadelphia Jasper finally met Alice, immediately taking her hand, taken with the little pixie. She told him of Carlisle and his family, the life they lead, convincing Jasper that was possible. They spent two years together before finding them - Alice integrating first and Jasper more slowly. Alice did wonders for Jasper but even when they met Carlisle Jasper was still very depressed. The climate the Cullens offered did wonders for Jasper too, over time making him more at peace.
Even now Jasper hasn't perfected self control, but none of the others have been exposed to human blood to the same extent as he. Now when Jasper smells blood, he cannot retain his sanity but turns into a snarling blood thirsty monster immediately, unable to reason or focus on anything else but blood. Afterwards Jasper is always very ashamed, usually insisting that he be alone for a while.
The Cullens hadn't long moved back to Forks when Bella arrived taking Edward's non existant breath away. Jasper never approved of a human being friendly wth a vampire, especially not with him around and grew a little frustrated and tired at being constantly reminded to keep a distance. Of course he knew it was necessary and did as he was told.
Inevitabely Bella had discovered them and met the family. Jasper was unable to get close to Bella due to her scent burning her throat, though he attempted to be as pleasant as possible. He did not want to be rude or make her feel unwelcome - it was only polite when a guest entered the home.
While Jasper did not approve he was happy that Edward had finally found someone who made him happy. While he loved his brother dearly, Edward was always a little difficult to be around since he was never particularly happy and often depressed.
Jasper assisted Alice in escaping Bella from both Forks and the danger James represented. During this time he was concentrating more on getting Bella safe and so was slightly looser.
Over the next few months Bella and Edward grew even more closer. Jasper often listened patiently as his wife talked about her, telling Jasper her exploits and what Bella was like so he was able to form an opinion rather than remain indifferent. Bella was clearly important to her and that was enough to make Jasper want to like her. From what he heard he did and grew bold enough through Alice to be a little mischevious and force Bella to be happy about her present.
Jasper, unfortunately attacked Bella on her birthday party, thrown by Alice when she had a papercut. The smell Jasper has just about mastered but bloodlust made Jasper turn into a monster, snarling with no focus no reason, no ability to listen. he felt tremendously ashamed and bad that he had lost it like that, especially with someone so close to Edward. Jasper felt further shame when Edward decided they had to leave. He hated making his brother feel this way. Feeling his heart break and his depression begin and deepen wasn't easily for Jasper who became a little distant from everyone during that time. He also felt great fear and worry for both his Wife and Brother when they confronted the Volturi.
Jasper, due to his soldier past, was the one who instructed everyone - including the shape shifters - on how to defeat newborns. He was the one to explain to Bella what they were like, and the reason why he found resisting human blood so difficult. Jasper at this point had become, comfortable, around Bella, enough to laugh, and be more himself when she was around. He had voted yes for her, deciding he liked her and to him she was a part of the family. Jasper also defended his wife against Jake when he felt she was being threatened and tried, during the battle to ensure she had nothing to do. He knew she could take care of herself but he couldn't help it.
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The Person Behind The Character
NAME/NICKNAME: Shelke
AGE:18
HOW YOU FOUND US: neverendingsacrifice
A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF:Not necessary.
SAMPLE POST:
"In the arms of the Angel,
Fly away from here,
From this dark cold hotel room,
and the Endlessness that you feel.
You are pulled from the wreckage
of your silent reverie,
you're in the arms of the Angel
May you find, some comfort here."
The Basic Info
FULL NAME: Jasper Whitlock Hale
NICKNAME(S): Jazz
AGE: 20. actually 169
GENDER:Male
I LIKE: Females - but Alice is the only one for him
SPECIES:Veggie Vamp
SPECIAL POWER: Empathy: Jasper has a special ability but his does not affect the mind but the body physically. An Empath is someone who feels the emotions of others, but Jasper can also manipulate your emotions too - by either exciting your system or slowing it down. He is particularly handy to have around because he can act like a gel, assisting in soothing and smoothing over rough situations by making everyone calm and able to listen to reason.
Jasper lives day to day feeling everyones emotions - every single emotion they have. Humans have great capacity to harbour more than one at once, so potentially Jasper can feel at least two coming from one person alone. This takes a great toll on Jasper emotionally and mentally. He spends a lot of time in the guise of a student at school and adolescents are nutorious for mood swings and extreme emotions. Jasper usually requires some time of peace after attending school - should be turn up, but he usually does.
Since his Empathy can affect him dearly Jasper can be reserved. It makes him prone to states of varying degrees of depression. It is in fact his ability that lead him to jumping at the opportunity of feeding soley on animals. Of course Jasper finds this difficult, having spent a century on human blood. But also, he has the others' thirst to contend with but Jasper won't complain about it or make excuses.
Jasper's empathic ability is strong. Many people multiply the effect it has on him. His ability to manipulate others emotions is quick acting and breakable only by his departure.
The Looks
HAIR COLOR: Honey Blond
EYE COLOR: Amber when full, black when hungry
HEIGHT: 5"11'
WEIGHT: 9 stone
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES: Jasper is covered in scars from living in the South and fighting territorial wars.
PLAY BY: Jackson Rathbone
The Personality
LIKES:Assisting Alice in secret:: Jasper has a lot of fun helping Alice cause some mayhem and let her take the blame for it. He usually tries to reign her in with her more bizzare and outrageous ideas but generally he's a bit mischevious and likes to cause a bit of havoc himself. He is more subtle than Alice, one liners and casual comments with the occasional well thoguht out prank but helping Alice is one of his favourite things to do. (He can always pretend she roped him into it. He is her husband after all and she can be terrifying).
+ Alice::Alice is one of his favourite things in the world, for obvious reasons. She makes him laugh and open up even when he feels like shutting down. She's usually the one to keep him going, reassuring him that this is something he can do. She is the love of his life and one of the most precious things in the world.
+ Carlisle and Esme::While he loves and likes his siblings his 'parents' take a special place. They accepted him with ease and were always very supportive of him and his past. They accepted that he had once been a killer, a warrior amongst their kind and was now willing and determined to conform to their ways. Esme had been loving and giving, kind, generous and caring. She had made him feel like a son, wanted and loved while back in his early days he felt like a necessity. Carlisle, of course, is the main reason, besides Alice, he is a vegetarian. He as a great amount of respect for Carlisle who was able to turn and resist draining Edward, Esme, Rosalie and Emmett dry. Jasper does not have that strength.
+ The Denalis::Jasper is not overly friendly with the Denali's but they are other Vegetarian vampires and he gets on well with the sisters. He respects them also for sticking to the strict and meagre diet. They are also pleasant company. With both them and the Cullens Jasper has felt happier than he ever has.
+ Fast cars::It seems to be a part of being a vampire. Speed is a must. It's also a guy thing too. Alice though, shares his love which is brilliant. Jasper prefers sleek, cool yet unassuming cars - although he may be seen driving one that could be considered flashy, due to Alice's influence
+ Violin::They all play music in some form or other. The snag of being immortal and unable to sleep is having a lot of spare time. Jasper chose to learn the violin because it could reflect his sorrow, his depression but also hope, the promise of future and happiness.
+ Solitude:: A product of his empathic ability means Jasper prefers to be alone, or with one person at least. Feeling everyone's emotions including his own can be very waring, so it's not uncommon for Jasper to be distant or absent. he makes sure to inform them when he's feeling more overwhelmed than usual. this is usually worse right after attending school due to the extreme emotions teenagers can feel.
+ Being part of a family :: The Cullens make Jasper feel more than welcome, loved and cared for. They are a strong family unit, able to tolerate each others differences, quirks, habits and flaws much more easily than Carniverous Vampires. Jasper had went to them depressed and now he could only describe himself as happy.
+ Academia::Jasper likes learning new subjects. One of hsi favourites his history. He has a particular interest on studying the subject from the perspective of the present looking at the past, rather than living it. He likes music because its soothing and has been known to compse a piece or too, but Edward is the best muscian in the family. Jasper also likes the law, business, and learning other languages.
+ Success::Jasper likes being useful, succeeding at whatever he puts his mind to and doing it well. This includes betting, competitions etc.
DISLIKES: Excuses:: For Jasper an explanation is fine, but do not make excuses. If you've made a mistake face that, don't hide behind sometimes else. Jasper himself, could make an excuse for not being as strong as his siblings, less controlled by saying he not only has to deal with his own thirst but theirs as well. But he does not for he finds this to be selfish and unworthy. have the respect to apologize and acknowledge you were in the wrong rather than trying to run your way or lie, out of a bad situation that you got yourself in, in the first place.
+ liability:: All the other members of the Olympic Covan can be around humans with relative ease but even after decades of pratice Jasper is still finding it insanely difficult. This is greatly frustrating and a weakness for all the family. He doesn't want to cause any trouble for them.
+ Burden:: This of course is linked with the above. Jasper hates feeling like a weight, something to be carried and constantly helped along. He's used to doing the helping not being carried.
+ This Empathic Ability :: In a way Jasper does like it as it gives him power, an edge and more importantly to smooth over feelings of discontent amongst the group. However he doesn't just feel one person, but everyone and all their emotions. A person can feel more than once so multiply that by a hundred. It is very waring and very tiring.
+ Crowds:: A large mass of people aggrivates his empathy. It can make him tired, or more frustrated than usual which may lead him to snap at someone who doesn't deserve it. He therefore likes to stay away from places with large crowds unless he has no choice because it is easier to handle fewer emotions.
+ Disappointing Alice :: It doesn't happen often but like in any relationship, especially one that lasts as long as theirs does and will there's bound to issues occasionally - rarely - but it happens. Jasper also tends not to use his mojo on her - for one she doesn't need brightening up - and two it's only fair. He'll use it when she's angry at someone else though. He doesn't like seeing her angry.
+ Feeling helpless :: Jasper wants to be able to protect his family esp Alice and Esme at all costs. Emse really is like a mother despite being younger than he and Carlisle is like a father too. he doesn't like disapopinting either of them or benig uanble to help.
+ People joking about his lack of control :: They mean well, but the quickest way to make Jasper irritated, edgy, defensive and angry is to joke about his control issues. He'll accept a jibe or two but continuing that line of thought gets you into trouble very fast. While he won't cause permanent damage to his brothers he will attack them in punishment - and he is the best fighter.
+ Seeing Alice hurt/in pain etc :: She's is world and anything that troubles or bothers her, bothers him too. He'll hurt anyone who upsets her - unless its a relative - and is very protective of the small vampire.
+ failing/losing:: Jasper dislikes it when he slips up and attacks/kills a human. He's committed himself to the vegetarian way and really does, honestly want to succeed. He also dislikes losing bets and challenges. He's quite competetive.
STRENGTHS:+ Combat:: Jasper has had more than enough experience when it comes to fighting. He spent 100 years at war with other covans and training new borns who were far stronger than he. He's a fierce warrior and even his appearance - covered in a myriad of crescent bites - proves this. With the sharp eyes of a vampire Jasper is intimidating and a warning that he is not a creature to mess with.
+ Strategy:: Jasper is very good at planning. He proved to be invaluable to Maria, his sire, in the South during the wars. He could easily plan which newborn should go where and when and why. He was very good at implimenting her plans and helping create them.
+ Organisation :: Jasper easily organised newborns all the time for decades. He is very neat, methodical and organised. he knows how to get people motiviated, enthused and keep them going without over exciting them.
+ Calming:: Jasper is a vital component to life with a vampire clan. IN the south Jasper could smooth over emotions of newborns as well as Maria, Nettie and Lucy. Now he can calm irritated emotions of his family, placate them and generally make them more placid with each other.
+ Observation:: Jasper has a sharp mind and keen eyes. He can notice a difference in a person easily, partly due to his unique ability but also a change in a room, perhaps a piece of furniture has been moved to a slightly different position. If you need extreme scrutiny Jasper's your vampire
+ Empathy:: His ability of course is an asset. He can sooth poeple, make them happier, calmer, frightened or even angry should he see it fit. He can also use it to judge what their reactions would be to something, know if they are feeling down and judge what the appropriate measure would be. Forcing them to feel is only a temporary solution since it wears off once he leaves
+ Soldier:: Jasper was a soldier so he gets things done. He's efficient, can follow orders without quibbling, doesn't backchat or argue, is organised and can be cold hearted and ruthless. He can concentrate on the bigger picture without being distracted by the little things in life.
+ Patient:: Jasper is also a very patient guy. this comes from the manners instilled in him from an early age which carried on through to his vampire self. While he lost his humanity, Alice and then the Cullens assisted in its return and the qualities taught by his parents came flooding back.
WEAKNESSES: + human blood::If Jasper smells human blood he'll no longer be the Jasper we all know and love. Unlike the other Cullens Jasper lacks the control to even warn them he's about to snap. It's not a conscious decision for him. The conscious decision is to feed from animals instead but Jasper still slips sometimes to his great shame. He hates letting Carlisle down who's one of the gentlest, kindest and heartbraekingly forgiving people he's ever met.
+ The Scent of humans :: Humans smell so delicious to vampries. For example in the books Bella to Edward is a Singer - someone who calls to him more fiercely than anyone else. However all humans are like this for Jasper. While he's not mastered the control over the scent of blood, Jasper can withstand the burning pain in his throat and the nagging thirst. He can, not attack a human even when he is closely and daily surrounded by them.
+ Lacks control :: Jasper, as stated above, has control issues. He's not good when it comes to humans though he tries his best. Perhaps it is because he does prefer human blood, or the fact he's used to feeling fully satisfied. He wants to do better, to make them proud, but also to feel better about himself. Jasper has been regaining his humanity over the decades with the Cullens and feels once he has perfected self control he'll be almost whole again.
+ Alice:: Alice of course is a weakness for Jasper. She's got him wrapped around her little finger so tightly it's not true. She's wonderful, brilliant, smart, beautiful, breathtaking, funny and of course very excited about nearly everything in life. She's adorable and a scary little monster sometimes.
+ Empathy:: While it is useful it leaves Jasper drained sometimes and with the great need to be alone. It can also sometimes still make him a depressed although the good climate of the Cullens helps massively.
+ Blunt:: sometimes Jasper can be a litlte too blunt and come off as a little rude. He is charming and while this is good he also doesn't believe in sugar coating anything unless it will get him what he wants. He can also seem a little callous too, but it's just Jasper being thorough.
FULL LENGTH PERSONALITY:
Jasper appears to be, at first glance, a rigid and stoic person. While this is true, in the face of danger, Jasper can be cold, hard, heartless and calculating he is generally much warmer. His rigid expressions and stiff posture occur only when humans are around - or he is uncomfortable/upset for some reason (this includes when Alice goes wilder than usual although he secretly loves it) - because Jasper has trouble resisting the smell of blood. Just like everyone, especially newborns the scent of a human causes a burning pain in his throat and a terrible unquenchable thirst.
Jasper doesn’t like being a liability, a burden for the rest of the family. He’s the one that’s constantly watched, guarded, carefully considered due to the constant temptation and readily available supply of humans. He’s used to being an asset, the person to be relied upon etc so not being able to withstand humans without the reassurance from Alice who finds it so damn easy - but then she didn’t feed on them for a hundred years prior - is frustrating.
Jasper is actually quite charming. He’s got a way with people. He’s able to persuade them, coerce them and convince them to agree to something they wouldn’t normally even without his extra abilities. He was charming as a human too and this has undoubtedly carried forwards into his vampire persona.
However due to his past, Jasper is still wary of vampires and people in general. He’s very private and guarded so only those closest to him will realise this. So far Jasper has been reserved around the Denali’s but has loosened a little since first meeting them. He has settled in well with the Cullens and is able to be his witty and playful self.
Jasper is a little mischievous. That’s probably partly why he gets on so well with pixie like Alice who’s extremely hyper and seems to be a personality that would grate against his. It doesn’t. On her wilder exploits he reigns her in, but unknown to most he sometimes encourages her and even helps her plan. It probably helps that Alice has him wrapped around his little finger.
Jasper is a soldier. That is why he can appear stoic, cold and distant. While this is not true Jasper can be frightening and intimidating when he feels like it. He knows what to use to his advantage - his ability to instil fear, to read people’s reactions and his own vampiric nature.
His empathic ability is another reason Jasper tends to be stoic and a little distant. He lives in a climate emotion and is most drained right after school. The Cullens, his family have helped him more than he could have hoped especially Alice, Carlisle and Esme. They were so accepting and forgiving it was untrue. With Alice Jasper feels hope and loved.
Jasper loves Alice more than life itself. She is his world and if he lost her he’d be devastated, and looking for revenge and not even Carlisle or anyone else would be able to stop him tearing the world apart. She gives him a reason to keep going, a reason to hope and makes him very very happy. With Alice he’s completely himself and she sees him more clearly than anyone else. At first this was very frightening for Jasper but he allowed it to happen it was one of the best decisions he ever made. With Alice Jasper is fun, kind, generous, caring, loving, witty, mischievous, and his complete charming self. He is also extremely protective and a smidgen possessive of Alice. If he could give his own life for hers and keep her out of danger he’d do it without thought.
His empathic ability means, even now, Jasper is prone to boughts of depression. During these it’s usually only Alice he’ll allow to be around and occasionally Carlisle and Esme, but only one at a time. He just needs to get away from the constant bombardment of feelings no matter how tiny or extreme.
Jasper can be a little judgemental, but then again he does have a soldier’s attitude and can over complicate things or over worry - Alice and his family. He’s not fond of Children of the Moon, the Volturi, prejudice etc. He doesn’t like it when people judge on looks since that was partly why he was turned.
He likes to gamble. He’ll rise to a challenge but not if it means endangering Alice or one of the others, and of course exposing them.
Jasper is a bit of a loner. He prefers to be alone or with the company of one or two others because it is draining and takes a heavy toll on him to feel everything all the time. he's not over romantic either. He'd prefer to sit or lie with Alice, staying close and saying nothign, just looking into her beautiful eyes. He's sentimental and romantic that way, sometimes surprising her with flowers etc. But he's a subtle kind of guy - charming but subtle. He'd much rather be in the background anyway than the centre of attention.
The History
DATE OF BIRTH: 1840s
PLACE OF BIRTH: Texas
CURRENT HOME: Forks Washington USA
PARENTS:Jasper's mother was a loving woman who worked hard in the home and taught him to listen, be patient, courteous and respect women. She taught him to work hard for a living and not take things for granted. She was firm, if nothing else and had firm beliefs too. She loved both him and his father.
Esme: Esme is now his 'mother' for all intents and purposes. Even though he is much older than she, Jasper still feels like her son. She accepted him, loved him and encouraged him through the years. He loves her very much. She is the most kind hearted and loving person he has ever met and he feels sorrow over her own sorrow for being unable to bear children. Jasper hopes he can be a good substitute.
His father taught him ethis, loyalty, courage and bravery. He instilled ambition, the desire to protect people even at the risk of his own life. He was a strict man that wanted the best for his family.
Carlisle: He is definately a father figure and Jasper wants to do him proud. He hates disappointing his 'parents' and tries his best for them and himself. He thinks the world of both his parents, but highly respects Carlisle for never touching a drop of human blood and being able to turn four humans without killing them. It is not an easy thing to do and everyone knows he does not have that strength.
SIBLINGS: Edward: At first the lack of privacy was something that Jasper couldn't stand, but something he has grown used to. It was difficult to be around Edward - which is no slant on his brother, whom he does love and care for, but Edward was not happy, borderline depressed for years which made him difficult t obe around. Now he is again, difficult to be around and causing Jasper to slip into depression from the force of his emotions.
Emmett: Jasper was at first very wary of him as he his rather large, but soon discovered he's like a soft teddy bear. Jasper finds Emmett fun, his emotions refreshing as well as the conversation. He finds him easy to speak with.
Rosalie: Rosalie is often frosty and Jasper sympathises with her. she hasn't adjusted well and so he doesn't take what she says to heart. He does like and love her.
IMPORTANT PEOPLE: The Denali Sisters. Bella - she is important to most of the family. She means a lot of Alice.
SIGNIFICANT OTHERS:Alice, his wife, and 'adopted sister' is his world. There is nothing Jasper wouldn't do for the little pixie. He loves her more than life itself and is more than contented to just look into her eyes for hours, drinking in her beauty and be amazed and the fact she loves him. She saved him and Jasper could not be more grateful. He's wrapped around her little finger and is extremely protective of her - and a smidgeon possessive too. If he feels she is in danger he'll be there, threatening however it is. If Alice were to die, or leave him he'd be devastated and heartbroken. Nothing could stop him from tearing the world a part seeking revenge on whoever took his beloved Alice from him. (He also loves her excitedness, even if he does play the exhasperating and long suffering husband occasionally. He usually tries to reign in her extravagent ideas but often encourages and plans with her.
PETS: They'd probably be eaten so no.
FULL LENGTH HISTORY: .Jasper Hale was born Jasper Whitlock in Texas to a loving family of upper lower class. They weren't extremely poor, living day to day in utter scraps, completely starving and thirsty but they didn't exactly have a lot of money. Unlike Rosalie there were no lavish weddings or dreams of big homes. They wanted only food and a roof over their heads that would suit their means.
Life had been hard, growing up in the 1800s with not a lot of money. HIs parents were firm, strict at times, but loving and caring. They did their best to indulge him as best as they could. Jasper had no siblings partly because they were too poor to handle another chid.
Jasper swayed between being a loner and having a lot of friends. He connected with people easily even as a young child. He usually got what he want, knowing instinctively to be polite and respectful. It was what his parents taught him - protect ladies, be polite, respectful, punctual don't be cheeky, arrogant, over-confident, be modest and have some humility. These qualities were ingrained in Jasper from a small child. Being poor makes you grow up far too quickly and Jasper was always helping around the house with responsibiliites and looking for a bit of work to assist in the money department.
When he was 17 he charmed his way into the Confederate Army in 1861, telling them he was 20. Jasper, the charming young Southern Gentleman soon climbed the ranks, settling at Major - the youngest in history, even ignoring his real, 3 years younger, age. It wasn't until he went to Gavelston, a battle which was more of a skirmish, that Jasper's life ended and his vampiric one began. He was in charge of evacuating the women and children from the area. One his way back to Gavelston he met Maria, Nettie and Lucy - three vampires, one out for vengence and the others for feeding grounds. He was turned because Maria found him compelling - probably due to his extra ability - and because he was a Major in the army.
Jasper began life as a vampire in a world full of hatred, vengence and bloodthirst. he didn't know there was any other way to live. Maria trained the newborns better than anyone else ever bothered and Jasper survived the first 18 months, continuing to prove useful. HIs first fights were with the other newborns, and he proved to be the quickest and strongest. Soon he was put in charge of them. His participiation was vital as his calming effect meant Maria, Nettie and Lucy could work more closely and better, as well as ensuring less fighting amongst the newborns.
Jasper in many ways loved and adored Maria, and others - reasons yet unknown to him - he did not. He was a valuable asset, the only one to survive 18 months while the rest were killed. Maria and the newborns took over Monterry and Jasper stayed, her right hand man, defending her against Nettie and Lucy when they inevitabley betrayed her. Even then Jasper demonstrated the capacity for great loyalty and trust - but only towards Maria.
Jasper remained clueless about his defined ability. He didn't know what to call it or whta it was really. Over time Jasper grew tired and sick of the fighting, the blood and the gore. Slowly he slipped into depression unaware of why.
Jasper bonded well with a three year old vampire called Peter, who fled with another called Charlotte. Five years later they returned for an increasingly depressed and dark Jasper who had lost almost all of his humanity. They told him of another way, where they wouldn't have to fight for surivival or constantly watch their backs. Jasper left without turning back.
But with the deepening depression Jasper eventually left them and wandered off on his own. He no longer wanted to kill, not even humans that were so tasty, that he considered nothing more than food. He tried to hunt less often, going longer without sustenance, but unlike Carlisle he's not as strong in that department and never considered attacking an animal - he didn't know it was possible. Plus he was used to killing humans, and thought it was the only way.
In Philadelphia Jasper finally met Alice, immediately taking her hand, taken with the little pixie. She told him of Carlisle and his family, the life they lead, convincing Jasper that was possible. They spent two years together before finding them - Alice integrating first and Jasper more slowly. Alice did wonders for Jasper but even when they met Carlisle Jasper was still very depressed. The climate the Cullens offered did wonders for Jasper too, over time making him more at peace.
Even now Jasper hasn't perfected self control, but none of the others have been exposed to human blood to the same extent as he. Now when Jasper smells blood, he cannot retain his sanity but turns into a snarling blood thirsty monster immediately, unable to reason or focus on anything else but blood. Afterwards Jasper is always very ashamed, usually insisting that he be alone for a while.
The Cullens hadn't long moved back to Forks when Bella arrived taking Edward's non existant breath away. Jasper never approved of a human being friendly wth a vampire, especially not with him around and grew a little frustrated and tired at being constantly reminded to keep a distance. Of course he knew it was necessary and did as he was told.
Inevitabely Bella had discovered them and met the family. Jasper was unable to get close to Bella due to her scent burning her throat, though he attempted to be as pleasant as possible. He did not want to be rude or make her feel unwelcome - it was only polite when a guest entered the home.
While Jasper did not approve he was happy that Edward had finally found someone who made him happy. While he loved his brother dearly, Edward was always a little difficult to be around since he was never particularly happy and often depressed.
Jasper assisted Alice in escaping Bella from both Forks and the danger James represented. During this time he was concentrating more on getting Bella safe and so was slightly looser.
Over the next few months Bella and Edward grew even more closer. Jasper often listened patiently as his wife talked about her, telling Jasper her exploits and what Bella was like so he was able to form an opinion rather than remain indifferent. Bella was clearly important to her and that was enough to make Jasper want to like her. From what he heard he did and grew bold enough through Alice to be a little mischevious and force Bella to be happy about her present.
Jasper, unfortunately attacked Bella on her birthday party, thrown by Alice when she had a papercut. The smell Jasper has just about mastered but bloodlust made Jasper turn into a monster, snarling with no focus no reason, no ability to listen. he felt tremendously ashamed and bad that he had lost it like that, especially with someone so close to Edward. Jasper felt further shame when Edward decided they had to leave. He hated making his brother feel this way. Feeling his heart break and his depression begin and deepen wasn't easily for Jasper who became a little distant from everyone during that time. He also felt great fear and worry for both his Wife and Brother when they confronted the Volturi.
Jasper, due to his soldier past, was the one who instructed everyone - including the shape shifters - on how to defeat newborns. He was the one to explain to Bella what they were like, and the reason why he found resisting human blood so difficult. Jasper at this point had become, comfortable, around Bella, enough to laugh, and be more himself when she was around. He had voted yes for her, deciding he liked her and to him she was a part of the family. Jasper also defended his wife against Jake when he felt she was being threatened and tried, during the battle to ensure she had nothing to do. He knew she could take care of herself but he couldn't help it.
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The Person Behind The Character
NAME/NICKNAME: Shelke
AGE:18
HOW YOU FOUND US: neverendingsacrifice
A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF:Not necessary.
SAMPLE POST:
Forks. It was rainy, cloudy and dismal. It was perfect for vampires to hide, living amongst the unsuspecting humans who hadn't a clue. They remained blissfully ignorant of their existance which was good for them and even better for the vampires. There was only one rule that had to be obeyed above all others: keep the secret. Keeping the secret was vital to staying alive if you were a vampire. If not, the Volturi would hunt you all over the Globe until they found you. There would be a trial, a mocking one, just for show, before they made an example of you. One of the guard would probably end your life, but if you had really pissed them off then one of the Volturi Leaders themselves would do it. Jasper knew all about the Volturi.
He knew their stories better than most. He had grown up from a fledgling vampire to fully grown, a leader in the Southern States of America. And Mexico. The covans there were greatly aware and conscious of the threat the Volturi placed upon their existance. It was always startlingly sunny during the day. Jasper never longed to go out and feel the sun against his stony skin. He had too much work to do, too much planning. The day was not for resting or for leisure. Not when you were in a Southern Covan. War and blood, hatred and vengence were all you know.
As Jasper sat in the Cullen household, the sunlight filtering through the floor to ceiling panes he considered himself lucky. He was covered in battle scars, tiny crescent shaped bites all over his body. Alice had walked straight up to him and held out her hand. It hadn't taken long for Jasper to fall head over heels for the pixie like vampire. She was his world. And the Cullens were very forgiving. He was happier here than he had ever been. It was a good climate and they accepted him and his past. They encouraged him when it was needed and he knew they liked him. That they could not hide from him. Still, he lived on the fringes of their life. It was hard for him, to trust but trust he did with his heart and soul - if he had either.
The door opened and in came the devil in question. He smiled a rare smile as she stepped gracefully into the room. She was his little monster, his world, his love, his wife. She settled down beside him and they stared into each others eyes. Jasper wasn't the flinging of the arms around the neck and hugging to death, the lavish kissing type. He was subtler, gentler and more intimate than that. He simple stared into her eyes, radiating love. He'd be perfectly content to stay that way forever.
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He knew their stories better than most. He had grown up from a fledgling vampire to fully grown, a leader in the Southern States of America. And Mexico. The covans there were greatly aware and conscious of the threat the Volturi placed upon their existance. It was always startlingly sunny during the day. Jasper never longed to go out and feel the sun against his stony skin. He had too much work to do, too much planning. The day was not for resting or for leisure. Not when you were in a Southern Covan. War and blood, hatred and vengence were all you know.
As Jasper sat in the Cullen household, the sunlight filtering through the floor to ceiling panes he considered himself lucky. He was covered in battle scars, tiny crescent shaped bites all over his body. Alice had walked straight up to him and held out her hand. It hadn't taken long for Jasper to fall head over heels for the pixie like vampire. She was his world. And the Cullens were very forgiving. He was happier here than he had ever been. It was a good climate and they accepted him and his past. They encouraged him when it was needed and he knew they liked him. That they could not hide from him. Still, he lived on the fringes of their life. It was hard for him, to trust but trust he did with his heart and soul - if he had either.
The door opened and in came the devil in question. He smiled a rare smile as she stepped gracefully into the room. She was his little monster, his world, his love, his wife. She settled down beside him and they stared into each others eyes. Jasper wasn't the flinging of the arms around the neck and hugging to death, the lavish kissing type. He was subtler, gentler and more intimate than that. He simple stared into her eyes, radiating love. He'd be perfectly content to stay that way forever.
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