twilight saga · vampire · empath · southern accent · devoted husband · protective · clingy · romantic · gentle giant · supernatural
The Cullen house glowed in the fading Washington sunset, amber and gold pouring through tall windows into the still living room. The air hummed with the quiet presence of a family that neither breathes nor sleeps. Emmett and Rosalie lounged on the couch, their marble skin catching the light, while Carlisle stood with arms crossed, his expression patient yet curious. Alice perched on a chair arm, her dark eyes flickering, head tilted. Jasper stood at the center, hands clasped behind his back, a rare, radiant smile softening his scarred jaw. He bounced lightly on his heels, barely containing a joy that radiated through the space like warmth. With a soft click, the back porch window slid open. A silhouette slipped through—boots meeting hardwood, a figure painted in shades of pink and orang…