Finally! Another chapter! Sorry for the wait, but school's been keeping the three of us busy. If you have any questions feel free to PM Blonde Alchemist 007 or I and we'll be happy to answer them for you! I hope you enjoy the next installment of Sunrise!

The Cullens, minus Edward, were sitting in the kitchen discussing a rather troublesome vision Alice had just had, when they were disrupted by a loud bang from the front door. Alice got off the stool she was sitting on to go see what all the commotion was about; when she came back she was very frantic.

"Carlisle! Edward needs your help!"

Carlisle quickly walked into the living room and stopped when he saw Edward. Edward was standing in the middle of the living room with a bloody, unconscious Quinn in his arms; Amillia, Selena, and Bella flanked him.

Oh my God! What happened?!" Having followed Carlisle to satisfy her curiosity, Esme gasped when she saw Quinn's limp body.

"We're not sure, but really needs your help Carlisle." Edward looked at Quinn then at Carlisle.

Carlisle looked at Quinn for a moment before suddenly going into doctor mode. "Alice get my medical kit. Edward, put Quinn on the dinning room table."

Alice rushed off to retrieve the requested medical kit while Edward gently placed Quinn on the dinning room's mahogany table. A few seconds later Alice returned and placed the medical kit in Carlisle waiting hands. Carlisle placed the kit on the table and pulled up Quinn's sleeve so he could check her pulse; the pulse was there, but very faint.

Amillia was growing impatient with the lack of speed. "Carlisle, we believe Quinn's been poisoned! We need to do something!"

"What makes you say she's been poisoned?" Carlisle questioned.

Amillia pulled the collar of Quinn's shirt down to reveal the nasty wound under Quinn's left collarbone. Carlisle bent down to get a closer look at the wound; after a moment of observation, Carlisle went to the medical kit and pulled out a vile full of clear liquid. Carlisle attached a needle to the vile and went to pull up the sleeves of Quinn's light green, long-sleeved shirt when Selena stopped him; she was grasping his arm.

"You don't want to do that." Selena said.

"Selena, I have to," Carlisle replied. "Quinn needs medical attention immediately."

Selena didn't release Carlisle's arm, she stared at him sharply with her brilliant blue eyes. Suddenly, a strong hand grabbed Selena's hand and Selena felt lips near her ear. The touch sent shivers down her spine.

"Selena," whispered Jasper. "Please."

Selena hesitated, but eventually succumbed to the gentleness Jasper was showing. Her hand fell away from Carlisle and with Jasper holding her shoulders, she backed away from her sister.

Carlisle gently pulled up Quinn' s shirtsleeve and grimaced when the light from the room reflected off the hundreds of tiny scars that covered Quinn's arm. Both Amillia and Selena knew that Quinn would have some major explaining to do later, but right now they had bigger problems to worry about currently. Carlisle ignored the scars on Quinn's arm for the time being and instead concentrated on giving Quinn the shot. After the shot was administered, Carlisle disposed the needle and went back to his medical kit.

"She should be fine, now that I have given her the antidote to the poison that was infecting her body," Carlisle said as he rummaged through his medical kit. "Most of the gashes on her body will heal on their own. The only wound that will probably leave a scare is the middle claw mark on her right eye. " Carlisle gestured to Quinn's eye as he spoke. "The only cut I will need to fix up is the one on her leg." Carlisle pulled out a sewing needle and some dissolving thread from his medical kit. "Amillia? Selena? Do you mind pulling up Quinn's left pant leg?"

Amillia and Selena silently complied and Carlisle began to stitch Quinn's leg back together; the only response from Quinn was a slight twitch of the fingers every time Carlisle thread the needle through her skin. Amillia and Selena stood by their unconscious sister until Carlisle was done.

Carlisle let out a long deep sigh, "Quinn is going to be okay. Her wounds should be completely healed by the day after tomorrow thanks to her werewolf and vampire blood. Her mind and body have had a major shock, she may be out for a while." Relief filled the room at Carlisle's statements. "Just to be sure though, I would like Quinn to stay her for the next couple of nights. Would you please take Quinn to the spare bed room Edward."

Edward gently scooped Quinn into his arms and carried her bridal style up the stairs; Amillia and Selena followed him. Once he reached the top of the stairs, Edward turned left and walked down the hall, passing several heavy wooden doors along they way. The three continued down the hall until Edward stopped at the last door on the left; Amillia opened the door for Edward and followed him into the room. The room was huge. Against the north wall was a queen-sized bed draped in pearly white sheets. The entire eastern wall was a giant window that looked out into the forest that stretched into the horizon. The walls were painted a pale blue and were decorated with many pictures of various scenes and places. Edward gently placed Quinn on the bed then left so Amillia and Selena could fuss over their sister in private.

X

Amillia sat in the Cullen living room tired and hungry, she had just left Quinn's room. Selena was with Quinn in the spare bedroom now most likely in the same condition. Quinn was laying on the bed, breathing deeply and in a solid sleep.

Amillia never noticed Emmit until she turned her head to see a beautiful pale face staring back at her. Amillia cried out in surprise. Emmit froze, then laughed his beautiful laugh.

"You must be hungry." Emmit said as he stifled another chuckle. "Lets hunt. I promise you that Quinn will be just fine."

Amillia got up and followed Emmit out of the house and into the forest. After hunting, Amillia felt at least 99.9 percent better. Her eyes were no longer dull and her skin seemed to have more color to it as well.

"How are you feeling?" Emmit asked. Amillia did not respond. Emmit sighed, "Sorry…dumb question."

They were walking in the forest when Amillia stopped and faced Emmit. "Thank you." Amillia stated simply.

"For what?" Emmit asked.

"For everything you and your family have done for my sisters and I."

"Think nothing of it."

Emmit took Amillia's hand in his own and led her to a giant tree trunk that must have been blown over in a great storm. Emmit sat on the trunk and Amillia rested on her back, her head on Emmit's lap. Still holding her hand, Emmit kissed her on the forehead, then her eyelids. When Amillia opened her eyes he kissed her on the lips and held her closer to him.

Emmit mumbled, "I've wanted to do that for quite some time."

Amillia blushed and at that, Emmit kissed her on the hollow of her neck. Suddenly feeling self-conscious, Amillia sat up. Emmit repositioned himself so that Amillia was sitting on his lap. Emmit put his arms around her waist and rested his chin on her shoulder. Amillia turned her head so that her nose was touching Emmit's cheek.

"I love you." She whispered.

Emmit turned so that his lips were tickling Amillia's ear and whispered back, "Like wise."

They sat together for what seemed like a few short moments, when in reality hours had gone by. Reluctantly, Amillia jumped to the forest floor and held her hand out for Emmit. Emmit took her hand and together they started for the house. Upon their arrival, they found Selena pacing in the living room.

"There you are! I was wondering where you were! What were y-" Selena stopped short at the sight of Amillia and Emmit holding hands. "Oh."

For the first time, Amillia noticed that her sister's eyes were not as troubled as they used to be, but still just as hungry.

"Quinn is awake?" Amillia guessed

Selena walked over to Amillia and Selena while she explained what had taken place while they were away. "She opened her eyes, but immediately fell asleep again. At least she is sleeping normally now. I need to hunt, will you watch over her Amillia?"

"Of course, you don't have to ask!" Amillia responded.

Selena walked out the door and changed into a wolf. Amillia headed upstairs. When she reached the spare bedroom, Amillia cracked open the door, but quickly closed the door again; for she saw Jacob fast asleep with his head resting on Quinn's bed holding her hand. Amillia smiled and returned to the living room where Emmit was waiting for her. Emmit quickly walked over to her and kissed her collarbone.

"Missed you." He teased.

"I was gone for like two seconds." Amillia said.

"Yes, and I was miserable. I thought you were going to watch over Quinn."

Amillia sighed. "I think she's covered for the time being."

Suddenly a scream came form Quinn's room. Amillia and Emmit sprinted up the stairs and to Quinn's door; Amillia hoped Quinn was only having a nightmare. When Amillia opened the door, what she and Emmit saw was completely unexpected. Quinn had Jake up against the wall with her hand around his throat. Jake appeared to be having trouble breathing, so Amillia rushed into the room and grabbed Quinn's arms.

"Quinn! It's Jake!"

Once Quinn realized what she was doing she immediately let go of Jake. "I'm sorry Jake." She whispered.

"It's ok." Jake rasped as he rubbed his throat, he stared at Quinn for a moment before Amillia spoke, slowly letting go of Quinn's arms.

"You shouldn't really be up Quinn. Your body hasn't fully healed yet."

"She's right you know." Emmit, who had been leaning on the doorframe for the last minute or so, walked into the room. "Amillia, why don't Jake and I go downstairs so you can get Quinn settled back in."

Amillia agreed. Jake silently followed Emmit out of the room and closed the door quietly behind him, not without taking one last look at Quinn though. After the boys had left Amillia walked over to Quinn, who was looking out the window.

"Are you okay?" Amillia gently placed a hand on Quinn's right shoulder.

Quinn looked at her sister with soft green eyes. "Ya."

Amillia could tell her sister was lying. "What happened?" Amillia asked cautiously.

"I had the dream again. When I woke up Jake scared me and instinct took over."

"Oh." Amillia said in understanding.

"I thought I saw him," Quinn whispered so quietly that Amillia almost didn't hear her. "The night I was attacked…I thought I saw him." Quinn's voice was full of fear.

Amillia gave her sister a bone-crushing hug. "You know Selena and I won't let that evil man get you right?"

Quinn smiled, "I know."

Amillia gently guided Quinn over to the bed and watched over Quinn as she situated herself under the covers.

"Now you get some rest."

Quinn smiled at her sister as sleep slowly overcame her. Amillia smiled at her now sleeping sister before quietly going back downstairs. When Amillia entered the living room, she was surprised to see not only Emmit and Selena sitting on the couch, but also the rest of the Cullens and Bella, who were spread out around the living room.

"Is Quinn awake yet?" Carlisle asked. He was standing behind Esme, who was seated is one of the various wooden chairs placed throughout the living room.

"She woke up for a little bit, but she's asleep again." Amillia walked to the couch where Selena and Emmit sitting. Selena scooted over so Amillia had enough room to sit between her and Emmit. As soon as Amillia sat down, Emmit wrapped his arms around her and pulled her close. Amillia rested her head on Emmit's shoulder and stifled a giggle when she noticed Jasper couldn't keep his eyes off Selena for more then two seconds at a time.

"Carlisle, you never told Amillia and I what the poison in Quinn's body was." Selena said. When Selena noticed that Jasper was looking at her, Selena looked the other way so that he wouldn't see the small blush that had crept onto her cheeks.

"The poison was a liquefied form of the Ephalus plant. The Ephalus plant is very rare and can only be found at high elevations. To a normal human the Ephalus plant is harmless, but to a vampire… the plant could mean the death of us. However, since Quinn has both vampire and werewolf blood running through her veins, the poison did not spread as quickly." Carlisle answered in a solemn voice.

The occupants of the room remained silent, trying to imagine the pain Quinn must have gone through; Rosalie tried the hardest. She had really come to like the girls in the little under a month she had known them; there was something about these girls that just made them likable.

Selena glanced over at Jake, who had been leaning against the wall behind the couch on which Amillia, Selena and Emmit sat. She noticed the concerned look on his face, so she decided to enter his mind.

'You feel like talking?' Selena asked with her thoughts.

'You want to talk to ME?' Jake responded. 'I thought you hated me.'

'Correction: I HATE you. But it doesn't mean I can't be nice to my sister's soul mate.' Selena paused to make sure everyone else was blocked out of the conversation before talking again. 'You're worried about her.'

'Yeah…I am.'

'Good. At least you have one good quality.'

Jake looked at Selena, who didn't react. He smirked slightly, but the smirk faded into a frown. 'Do you think she'll be alright?'

'Of course, I practically raised and trained her. She's strong enough.'

'Who do you think did it?'

'I don't know…but I think we have another hybrid on the lose. A dangerous one.'

'What makes you think that?'

'A mere vampire or werewolf can't afflict so much damage on a hybrid. Only another hybrid can do that.'

Selena cut off the connection to let Jake think what she just said over. She changed into her human appearance; her eyes became blue. Her eyes wandered over to Jasper curiously, wondering what was on his mind. Not that she wanted to do the digging, but all the same, her curiosity was large.

"Selena," Jasper suddenly said.

Selena stiffened. "Yes?" she practically squeaked.

Jasper gestured to her as he stood and walked upstairs. Selena looked around at the Cullens, who were conversing amongst each other. They were worried about as much as she was about what was going on. Selena followed Jasper up the stairs. "Jasper?" Selena whispered, stepping up the last step. She glanced around, her blonde hair billowing gracefully on her back.

"Please turn into a vampire, Selena," Jasper's voice said. "Your human scent is rather repulsive."

Selena took no offense to this remark; she knew how vampires couldn't stand having free blood in front of them. She transformed into a vampire, her skin paling and her eyes turning purple once again.

"Better?" Selena replied.

"Much better." Jasper came out of the shadows, his golden eyes twinkling. "Selena, in the month I've known you, I've noticed how your eyes wander to Edward and Bella."

"Yes?" Selena answered coolly.

"Has something…happened to you?"

Selena froze up. Should she tell him now? She couldn't last time, but she new him much better now. Selena pursed her lips and looked away.

"N-No, I …" She tried to walk away, but Jasper reached out and grabbed her slender arm. He pulled her to him gently.

"Selena," Jasper pleaded, slipping his finger under Selena's chin and lifting her face to look at her. "You can tell me."

Selena couldn't say no. "Alright," she said. She took Jasper's hand and led him into a random room- well, at least the room that smelled like Jasper. They sat on the bed, Jasper not letting go of her hand. "I once had a fiancée."

Jasper remained silent.

"His name was William. We met in California while my sisters and I were visiting. We continued seeing each other until the day he finally proposed to me. That was the happiest day of my life. I thought I would never marry because of my genealogy." Selena sighed and lowered her head. "Then one day, everything went wrong. William and I were supposed to be married in only a few days in Utah. We were out on the road…and it had snowed all night the night before. The roads were covered with ice…" Selena took a breath- "…and William lost control of the wheel. We spun and hit another car, only to have another car hit the side. I managed to make it out without a scratch, but William…oh, my dearest William."

Selena started sobbing when the memories returned. Jasper wrapped his arm around her and held her close, letting her cry as much as she wanted to. Selena buried her face in his chest while he rubbed her back comfortingly.

"I can't bring back your love," Jasper whispered. He leaned closer to Selena's ear so she could feel his breath crawling down her neck. "But I can fill the hole in your heart."

Selena let Jasper's words seep in, continuing to hug him tightly. "Please fill the hole, Jasper," she murmured. "I don't want the pain to stay forever…because I'll never die."

"Then I promise to love you always…because neither will I."

Selena looked up into Jasper's eyes. Slowly, Jasper eased his head down and locked his lips on hers in a passionate kiss.