This is a side shot to my story "I Live," though it should be able to stand alone. Maria and Jasper find human Peter. At Maria's order, Jasper bites and turns him into a vampire. Later, Jasper must claim Peter to save him from Maria's excessive and unwanted attention. AU. *warning* Instance of rape. Graphic violence. Character death (not a main character.) Slash.

Bella’s lost herself to despair after being abandoned by Edward and finds herself on the cusp of giving up. Meanwhile, Damon’s been drifting aimlessly since opening the tomb and discovering Katherine’s betrayal. One day Laurent corners Bella in the meadow, but it’s not Jake who appears to the rescue… Damon/Bella.

Alaric receives word that his older half-brother is dead and heads out to Forks to help plan the funeral arrangements with his niece. During his visit, strange events occur that are too familiar, making him call in reinforcements. When he learns the girl his brother left behind is the target, he can't help but question how much she really knows.

On a meandering, cross-country road trip to visit her mother, Bella's beloved truck died, stranding her on a rainy, dark, and desolate country road somewhere in the Mountain State. In a remote, little backwoods bar, she discovered much more than mere road-side assistance. *3rd pl winner in the Get Your Southern On Contest.* Banner by happyghost.