[Sequel to Paranoia] Jasper Whitlock has always fought for himself. He fails to take blame for any mistakes, and he consistently sees the world through a glass half-empty. His fundamental aversion to companionship has always been due to its risk of liability. But amid a brewing war, he turns the creature who would one day force him to question his own lessons. [Jasper/OC]

Jasper occasionally strays from the Cullens to pursue his own desires. Dodging the Cullens and staying within the limitations of vampiric law isn't easy. But when a mysterious girl ends up in the ER and falls directly into the hands of Dr. Cullen, the true stakeholders begin to reveal themselves. Will she be able to keep Jasper's secrets? [Jasper/OC]