Authors Note

In which Bella wasn't Edward's true mate.

Over a hundred years ago, Jasper had a friend in the army. When he suddenly disappeared, she resigned and went around the world searching for him, but never succeeded.
Knowing the Volturi will learn about Renesmee, Carlisle calls in Jasper's old friend. Things get complicated when Edward learns she's his mate, only, she doesn't want love. But when she sees the little baby girl that belongs to him, her perspective and priorities start to change.

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