Rated M for language,adult situations,and the possibility of sexual situations in later Chapters.Not intended for anyone under 18.
Chapter 7: Family Revelations
The Flight to Italy was uneventful. I spent most of my time reading, conversing with the others, or thinking about what I can or should expect at the castle. Esme was slightly upset at the fact I had to return to Volterra; she had said that having me at the house was like having the whole family together. She was having a hard time understanding that Caius and I belonged together but I would be allowed to visit after my newborn phase, if I had one.
We landed at about 1 a.m. and sure enough, Felix and Demetri were there to greet us. They led us to a limousine that was for the family to ride in but I rode separately with Felix, as he stated we needed to talk. When I asked about what he said: We missed so much, you while you were away. Bella, it felt like there was no sun without you there. Everyone was melancholy without your presence. I don't want to experience that feeling again, I now understand why the Cullen clan likes you so much. You bring a breath of fresh air with you and it's like having the sun all of the time. You should know the master's have been lost without you, especially master Caius. He was the worst to be around. Before you came here, he was at least bearable but during the last 14 days Volterra has been worse than living in the depths of hell, he was a constant tyrant. Without you, sister, he was worse than master Marcus ever was. It was like he was just a dead empty shell. He would sit in his office and not get any work accomplished and when he would show a little life, he was worse than the pretentiously grandiloquent pompous ass he used to be. I have to give it to you; you gave him life and irrevocably changed him. He was becoming likable.
I was blown away with how I was regarded by Caius. Then I explained to Felix what happened and why I went away for those 14 days. He was not happy by a long shot, but he understood why I left to clear my head. I then told him this: Felix, you are my big brother, like Emmett is, and I think if you got to know him as I do you will find you both have a lot in common. Out of all of my brothers, Emmett has always looked out for me and cared regardless of my form. When I came here, I was vastly intimidated by the grandeur of this place and the perils it held. I didn't know if I was to be changed immediately or worse, someone's meal. Aro and Marcus sided with me saying I was an exception to the law. Where Caius wanted my demise, you became my brother and did what Emmett always used to. How things have changed is remarkable in itself. I fell fast and hard for that cold hearted white and gold haired demon the moment I saw him; but also became close to everyone else. My heart is here with my family as part of it stays with the Cullen's.
The rest of the ride was spent in comfortable conversation, but as we pulled in front of the castle, I became silent. We got out of the car and entered to find Jane waiting to escort me to the throne room. I told Felix to escort the Cullen's to their rooms as I walked away with Jane. We chatted about the solemnity in the halls as we approached the large heavy doors and I was anxious to enter the lion's den to see what awaited me.
Entering the doors, everyone approached me and said they were happy of my return. Aro and Marcus smiled and gave me hugs to welcome me home. As Caius entered the room, he approached me and stated wrapping his arms around me, "My wayward swan has returned." So I replied to him in Italian, "Sì ho, e sono qui per restare, amore mio. Non ho mai vi lascerà di nuovo!" (Yes I have, and am here to stay, my love. Never will I leave you again!). They gave me the pleasure of dismissing everyone so I could go to my room, to get some rest.
Caius did not hesitate to take my hand and escorted me through the halls to his room. He said his reasons were my room was being redecorated and he couldn't be with out me. He led me to the bathroom so I could take a shower to freshen up after my flight. Believe me the hot water felt heavenly, as I washed away the effects of the flight. When I stepped out, I noticed he had placed a black silk nightgown for me to wear on the counter. I dressed quickly and entered the bedroom, to find the bed turned down with Caius in a pair of silk lounge pants and shirtless. I thought; Dear lord in heaven, this man will be the death of me. He picked me up, put me in his bed, climbed in beside me, and held me as I slept. When I woke up; I looked into his dark red eyes and was surprised to find I slept for almost 14 hours.
Every now and then, when I look at Caius, I still see the cold-hearted monster that he used to be, but that doesn't sway my feelings for him in the least. He is a kind, sensually caring, and loving man; that most definitely knows the meaning of romance. He can also be dominantly protective, calculatingly cold, and aggressively fierce when it comes to protecting his family; but like anything with two sides, both live harmoniously in him. I can only hope that the caring protective man will understand there is one still out to get me and she will stop at nothing until one of us is dead.
Victoria!
I was with the Cullen's playing baseball in a clearing when three nomads came upon our friendly game; James, Laurent, and dear old Vicki. James had taken a shining to me as his new game. He lured me to the ballet studio where I took dance lessons as a child, claiming he had my mother. I managed to slip away from the Cullen's to confront him only to find it was a ploy on his part. Carlisle and family showed up after I had been banged up and bitten on the wrist. Let's just say when they were through with him, he was a crispy critter. Now, I must seek out the brothers, tell them the story, and face Victoria once and for all.
I met with Aro in his study and he called his brothers in for our little get together. I explained the Victoria situation to them and they requested Carlisle's presence to verify it. They discussed what to do and decided that I was an innocent and she must pay for the crime of exposing their kind to a human. We had just finished talking about it, when we heard loud voices coming from the throne room. The Master's went to find out what was going on and requested I accompany them. Marcus and Aro entered first then Caius and I followed. I certainly did not know what to expect until I saw that deplorable red head and asked that Carlisle and his family were summoned for this. She claimed to want their help in ending my life as I was the sole reason her mate James met his end.
Aro was not too pleased with her request; Carlisle and family were led in by Heidi, and asked Felix and Demetri if the newborn situation in the mid west US had been resolved. I looked at him in surprise and asked him what newborn situation he was talking about. Demetri explained: Bella, it was brought to our attention that roughly 30-100 newborn vampires were roaming the areas in the upper mid-west US after being created by some rogue vampire. It was later discovered they were created to bring you death. Now due to the fact of you being our future Queen you may pass judgment upon said vampire and call for the sentence you wish.
Of course I was stunned into silence as the Lords continued to listen to Victoria as she spun her ridiculous lies. When she was finished with her lame excuses as to what went on, they reiterated to make sure they had her story right and found that she had falsified her statement several times. She told them, James had a problem with the Cullen's over their reaction at the ball field, which I said was a lie and Carlisle agreed with me. She then stated that we knew she and James were mates when he met his end I stated this was a lie and Carlisle stated: Laurent came to us saying he wanted no part of James games as he could be ruthless in getting what he wanted. He also said he and Victoria would have nothing to do with any fight involving him. Laurent has since joined the Denali coven and is mated with Irina. Victoria, according to him, didn't want to be a part of a coven and went out on her own. That's when people were starting come up missing and shortly there after presumed dead. We then called you to keep you informed as to what was going on before coming here.
They looked at me and asked if I anything to ask or say to her before they decided what to do. I told them no and just wanted this to end. It seemed like I was always being threatened by some supernatural creature with a grudge against me. My lords and I moved to the back of the room to talk and make our decision. I spoke in hushed tones saying: She knew that the Cullen's and I had no idea she was mated to James or if she even was for that matter. She must have created the newborn army or knows who did to end me. I say put her out of her misery so I can get on with my life here. You boys decide what to do and get it over with, and that's all I have to say in the matter.
I left them to discuss what to do and made my way to Caius' throne and sat down. They came back over to me and told me to watch as Caius strode over to her sneering and said angrily: Victoria, you have violated the very laws we laid down for the protection of our kind. We protect what is ours and Isabella is ours. She in fact is my mate and she is the one to pass judgment upon you, and it is my duty to see that it is carried out. She wants this to end and the only way I see fit to end your little vendetta against her is WITH YOUR DEATH! Oh yes, your little gift of self preservation will not save you this time!
The next thing I knew, she was ripped apart and put into a pile. Marcus handed me a Zippo lighter and told me to set her aflame. I looked at the lighter and them, before grinning evilly. I walked to the pile, flicked the lighter open, lit it, and said: This is over, go to hell Vicki and enjoy it!
Watching her burn to ash brought me peace knowing she would never bother me again. Aro came over to me from where he stood and addressed the room: You did well mia stella (my star), let this be a lesson to all of us, blood feuds will not be tolerated, and will be handled in the manner you all just witnessed. You all are dismissed to go about your duties.
Caius and I exited the throne room and made our way to our studio. As we entered the room at human pace, he made it a point to tell me this: You, my love, have no idea of the power you possess over my brothers and I. You seem to have us wrapped around your little finger and we do just about all you want us too. Everyone knows; I am not a man to play with as I tend to be dangerous, but you changed me in ways that no one has ever dared. I have to tell you, from what I've seen, Isabella, you were a distraction to the Cullen boy, a toy, a pretty face, but for me you are so much more. You are the very reason for my existence, my one true love and mate. Your beauty and loving nature warm the coldness in me and make me want to be a better man for you. No one has ever made me feel things the way you do. You are the only one beside my brothers that know this and as far as the rest goes, I'm still the cold hearted king that seeks retribution for those who disobey our laws.
His admission made me want to cry. No one has ever been this honest with me other than my father, Charlie. I felt the need to explain this to him, so I said: Caius, I understand the way you are and the way you feel. There has been only one person who has ever been fully honest with me until you and your brothers came along. That one person is my real father Charlie Swan. I want him to be left as he is to live out his natural life. He does not know of this world and would rather be kept in the dark, so I implore you, leave him be.
He promised Charlie would be left alone since no one told him of their existence. Caius then turned to me and said I needed to learn the Vampire Rules and Laws and what the punishment for breaking them is. He explained that I would be learning of them the following day, as we moved over to the couch against the far glass wall and sat. He said that the rules are to be followed by all and if any Cullen knew them best it would be The Major.
At that moment I knew he was talking about Jasper, as he was the youngest Major in the Texas Cavalry. He was changed by a woman known as Maria, because of his military rank. It was later shortly after his awakening that he discovered his power and was left to train newborns and if they were no longer useful after their initial year as a vampire, they were disposed of. Jasper didn't mind the training of said newborns but when it came time to get rid of them he said he felt every emotion they had at the time and the biggest one was fear. The Major had been given another name in the southern vampire wars but I had not learned what it was. Caius called to Jasper and told him to come to the studio for this discussion and because I needed to know how important he was to the Volturi.
We told Jasper to enter as he knocked. When he came close to us we told him to take a seat. Caius explained to him that my time to know his full story had come. Jasper then started with his story. He said: The only thing I can remember of my human life is that I lived on a farm with my parents and two siblings, a brother and sister. My brother, Peter, joined the army when I was fifteen. He would write us to tell us how he was fairing for the next two years. When the letters stopped coming, I went to the office of the military, lied about my age and joined to search for him. The higher ranking men found I was charismatic with people and raised my rank until I reached major with the Confederate Army. I was then known as Maj. J.C. Whitlock. We were clearing out the cities to Galveston, when I came across three beautiful women, whom I thought were stragglers that were led by Maria Sanchez. One of the women with her said, "Maria you better do it as I seem to kill more than they survive." Maria then looked at me and said I hope you live through this and bit me. I burned in pain for three days and when I awoke I became her second in command. I was put in charge of creating, training, and getting rid of newborns. What I mean by getting 'rid of' is destroying newborns that didn't have a gift or didn't cut it for our purpose. That purpose was to take over various parts of Northern Mexico and the Southern States of the US. Maria held power over me by the use of sex and told me I was her mate. During my time with her, I found my brother who she made her Captain and I became known as 'The God of War'. We took over most of the areas believed to be vampire territories. Most of what Maria had told me, I found to be untrue, when she wanted me to kill off Peter and Charlotte; but I couldn't. He's my brother. I helped Peter escape when he had found his mate was Charlotte, and they came back for me four or five years later. Later, I got tired of roaming with them and went out on my own. I then found myself in some Podunk town in Pennsylvania when I met Alice. She told me, "You kept me waiting long enough. I gave her my apologies and she told me of her gift if precognition and that we would be meeting up with Carlisle and his coven. The rest of it you know, except for my importance to the Volturi. They trust my judgment on whether or not certain people will be able to adapt to this life. I have already told them that you are special to me and would make a formidable vampire. You have more gifts than any one person should have and they will be disclosed to you and the Brothers by Eleazar Denali.
I didn't know his whole story, only the parts about where I was concerned, now I could understand why he was always in the background when I was spending time at the Cullen house. He asked if I knew that was the reason why he stayed away from me. I looked him in the eye and said: Jasper, I understand you were trying to protect me from who you really are. Anything that has happened after we met I refuse to hold against you as it is the nature of your inner beast to long for human blood. I appreciate you for letting me in and telling me your whole story; but you must know that you are and always will be my brother and best friend. In a way, you have been my protector and will always look out for me.
He smiled and told me he would always be there for me and he would stick around until after my transformation to make sure I was under control. He asked me what diet I was going to choose and I said I would find out afterwards as at this moment I had no idea. Caius then told me to get some food to eat as he wanted to spend some time with my brother in hopes that they could be friends. With that being said I hugged jasper and said I'd see him the following day before kissing Caius and saying I'd see him soon.
I went to the kitchen and found Gianna cooking something that smelled wonderful and joined her. We had a pleasant conversation about life here and decided that we should be friends since we were human. She asked me what it was like being with a vampire and all I could say was: It's beyond anything you can imagine. I am a danger magnet so when I say that it's wonderful to be loved and cared for by one it is also dangerous to my life; but, to be loved by Caius is a miracle in itself. When I first met him I thought he was incapable of loving anyone because he seemed so cold-hearted and hateful and now…He's totally different than what I expected him to be. He's kind, caring, and so full of love and understanding. I'm in awe of the man inside of his virile nature. Yes, he can be formidable and volatile if need be but I have only seen the feral side of him once. I love the man he has become and will do my part in protecting him. I promise Gianna, that I will do what I can to ensure you get changed. Now if you will excuse me I must retire for the night and will see you again tomorrow.
She bid me a good night and I made my way to Caius room. Upon entering, I went into the bathroom for a shower and thought over the events of the day before going to bed. When I emerged, I found Caius waiting for me. He took me in his arms and gently held me close. He said not to worry that he and Jasper were forging a friendship based on their love for me and respect for one another. He made sure I knew he trusted jasper and would ensure his safety for years to come. He then picked up my brush and proceeded to rid my hair of tangles before putting me to bed. He climbed in beside me, gathered me into his arms, and said my room was finished and he would show it to me in the morning. I drifted to sleep reveling in the love this man had for me.
We landed at about 1 a.m. and sure enough, Felix and Demetri were there to greet us. They led us to a limousine that was for the family to ride in but I rode separately with Felix, as he stated we needed to talk. When I asked about what he said: We missed so much, you while you were away. Bella, it felt like there was no sun without you there. Everyone was melancholy without your presence. I don't want to experience that feeling again, I now understand why the Cullen clan likes you so much. You bring a breath of fresh air with you and it's like having the sun all of the time. You should know the master's have been lost without you, especially master Caius. He was the worst to be around. Before you came here, he was at least bearable but during the last 14 days Volterra has been worse than living in the depths of hell, he was a constant tyrant. Without you, sister, he was worse than master Marcus ever was. It was like he was just a dead empty shell. He would sit in his office and not get any work accomplished and when he would show a little life, he was worse than the pretentiously grandiloquent pompous ass he used to be. I have to give it to you; you gave him life and irrevocably changed him. He was becoming likable.
I was blown away with how I was regarded by Caius. Then I explained to Felix what happened and why I went away for those 14 days. He was not happy by a long shot, but he understood why I left to clear my head. I then told him this: Felix, you are my big brother, like Emmett is, and I think if you got to know him as I do you will find you both have a lot in common. Out of all of my brothers, Emmett has always looked out for me and cared regardless of my form. When I came here, I was vastly intimidated by the grandeur of this place and the perils it held. I didn't know if I was to be changed immediately or worse, someone's meal. Aro and Marcus sided with me saying I was an exception to the law. Where Caius wanted my demise, you became my brother and did what Emmett always used to. How things have changed is remarkable in itself. I fell fast and hard for that cold hearted white and gold haired demon the moment I saw him; but also became close to everyone else. My heart is here with my family as part of it stays with the Cullen's.
The rest of the ride was spent in comfortable conversation, but as we pulled in front of the castle, I became silent. We got out of the car and entered to find Jane waiting to escort me to the throne room. I told Felix to escort the Cullen's to their rooms as I walked away with Jane. We chatted about the solemnity in the halls as we approached the large heavy doors and I was anxious to enter the lion's den to see what awaited me.
Entering the doors, everyone approached me and said they were happy of my return. Aro and Marcus smiled and gave me hugs to welcome me home. As Caius entered the room, he approached me and stated wrapping his arms around me, "My wayward swan has returned." So I replied to him in Italian, "Sì ho, e sono qui per restare, amore mio. Non ho mai vi lascerà di nuovo!" (Yes I have, and am here to stay, my love. Never will I leave you again!). They gave me the pleasure of dismissing everyone so I could go to my room, to get some rest.
Caius did not hesitate to take my hand and escorted me through the halls to his room. He said his reasons were my room was being redecorated and he couldn't be with out me. He led me to the bathroom so I could take a shower to freshen up after my flight. Believe me the hot water felt heavenly, as I washed away the effects of the flight. When I stepped out, I noticed he had placed a black silk nightgown for me to wear on the counter. I dressed quickly and entered the bedroom, to find the bed turned down with Caius in a pair of silk lounge pants and shirtless. I thought; Dear lord in heaven, this man will be the death of me. He picked me up, put me in his bed, climbed in beside me, and held me as I slept. When I woke up; I looked into his dark red eyes and was surprised to find I slept for almost 14 hours.
Every now and then, when I look at Caius, I still see the cold-hearted monster that he used to be, but that doesn't sway my feelings for him in the least. He is a kind, sensually caring, and loving man; that most definitely knows the meaning of romance. He can also be dominantly protective, calculatingly cold, and aggressively fierce when it comes to protecting his family; but like anything with two sides, both live harmoniously in him. I can only hope that the caring protective man will understand there is one still out to get me and she will stop at nothing until one of us is dead.
Victoria!
I was with the Cullen's playing baseball in a clearing when three nomads came upon our friendly game; James, Laurent, and dear old Vicki. James had taken a shining to me as his new game. He lured me to the ballet studio where I took dance lessons as a child, claiming he had my mother. I managed to slip away from the Cullen's to confront him only to find it was a ploy on his part. Carlisle and family showed up after I had been banged up and bitten on the wrist. Let's just say when they were through with him, he was a crispy critter. Now, I must seek out the brothers, tell them the story, and face Victoria once and for all.
I met with Aro in his study and he called his brothers in for our little get together. I explained the Victoria situation to them and they requested Carlisle's presence to verify it. They discussed what to do and decided that I was an innocent and she must pay for the crime of exposing their kind to a human. We had just finished talking about it, when we heard loud voices coming from the throne room. The Master's went to find out what was going on and requested I accompany them. Marcus and Aro entered first then Caius and I followed. I certainly did not know what to expect until I saw that deplorable red head and asked that Carlisle and his family were summoned for this. She claimed to want their help in ending my life as I was the sole reason her mate James met his end.
Aro was not too pleased with her request; Carlisle and family were led in by Heidi, and asked Felix and Demetri if the newborn situation in the mid west US had been resolved. I looked at him in surprise and asked him what newborn situation he was talking about. Demetri explained: Bella, it was brought to our attention that roughly 30-100 newborn vampires were roaming the areas in the upper mid-west US after being created by some rogue vampire. It was later discovered they were created to bring you death. Now due to the fact of you being our future Queen you may pass judgment upon said vampire and call for the sentence you wish.
Of course I was stunned into silence as the Lords continued to listen to Victoria as she spun her ridiculous lies. When she was finished with her lame excuses as to what went on, they reiterated to make sure they had her story right and found that she had falsified her statement several times. She told them, James had a problem with the Cullen's over their reaction at the ball field, which I said was a lie and Carlisle agreed with me. She then stated that we knew she and James were mates when he met his end I stated this was a lie and Carlisle stated: Laurent came to us saying he wanted no part of James games as he could be ruthless in getting what he wanted. He also said he and Victoria would have nothing to do with any fight involving him. Laurent has since joined the Denali coven and is mated with Irina. Victoria, according to him, didn't want to be a part of a coven and went out on her own. That's when people were starting come up missing and shortly there after presumed dead. We then called you to keep you informed as to what was going on before coming here.
They looked at me and asked if I anything to ask or say to her before they decided what to do. I told them no and just wanted this to end. It seemed like I was always being threatened by some supernatural creature with a grudge against me. My lords and I moved to the back of the room to talk and make our decision. I spoke in hushed tones saying: She knew that the Cullen's and I had no idea she was mated to James or if she even was for that matter. She must have created the newborn army or knows who did to end me. I say put her out of her misery so I can get on with my life here. You boys decide what to do and get it over with, and that's all I have to say in the matter.
I left them to discuss what to do and made my way to Caius' throne and sat down. They came back over to me and told me to watch as Caius strode over to her sneering and said angrily: Victoria, you have violated the very laws we laid down for the protection of our kind. We protect what is ours and Isabella is ours. She in fact is my mate and she is the one to pass judgment upon you, and it is my duty to see that it is carried out. She wants this to end and the only way I see fit to end your little vendetta against her is WITH YOUR DEATH! Oh yes, your little gift of self preservation will not save you this time!
The next thing I knew, she was ripped apart and put into a pile. Marcus handed me a Zippo lighter and told me to set her aflame. I looked at the lighter and them, before grinning evilly. I walked to the pile, flicked the lighter open, lit it, and said: This is over, go to hell Vicki and enjoy it!
Watching her burn to ash brought me peace knowing she would never bother me again. Aro came over to me from where he stood and addressed the room: You did well mia stella (my star), let this be a lesson to all of us, blood feuds will not be tolerated, and will be handled in the manner you all just witnessed. You all are dismissed to go about your duties.
Caius and I exited the throne room and made our way to our studio. As we entered the room at human pace, he made it a point to tell me this: You, my love, have no idea of the power you possess over my brothers and I. You seem to have us wrapped around your little finger and we do just about all you want us too. Everyone knows; I am not a man to play with as I tend to be dangerous, but you changed me in ways that no one has ever dared. I have to tell you, from what I've seen, Isabella, you were a distraction to the Cullen boy, a toy, a pretty face, but for me you are so much more. You are the very reason for my existence, my one true love and mate. Your beauty and loving nature warm the coldness in me and make me want to be a better man for you. No one has ever made me feel things the way you do. You are the only one beside my brothers that know this and as far as the rest goes, I'm still the cold hearted king that seeks retribution for those who disobey our laws.
His admission made me want to cry. No one has ever been this honest with me other than my father, Charlie. I felt the need to explain this to him, so I said: Caius, I understand the way you are and the way you feel. There has been only one person who has ever been fully honest with me until you and your brothers came along. That one person is my real father Charlie Swan. I want him to be left as he is to live out his natural life. He does not know of this world and would rather be kept in the dark, so I implore you, leave him be.
He promised Charlie would be left alone since no one told him of their existence. Caius then turned to me and said I needed to learn the Vampire Rules and Laws and what the punishment for breaking them is. He explained that I would be learning of them the following day, as we moved over to the couch against the far glass wall and sat. He said that the rules are to be followed by all and if any Cullen knew them best it would be The Major.
At that moment I knew he was talking about Jasper, as he was the youngest Major in the Texas Cavalry. He was changed by a woman known as Maria, because of his military rank. It was later shortly after his awakening that he discovered his power and was left to train newborns and if they were no longer useful after their initial year as a vampire, they were disposed of. Jasper didn't mind the training of said newborns but when it came time to get rid of them he said he felt every emotion they had at the time and the biggest one was fear. The Major had been given another name in the southern vampire wars but I had not learned what it was. Caius called to Jasper and told him to come to the studio for this discussion and because I needed to know how important he was to the Volturi.
We told Jasper to enter as he knocked. When he came close to us we told him to take a seat. Caius explained to him that my time to know his full story had come. Jasper then started with his story. He said: The only thing I can remember of my human life is that I lived on a farm with my parents and two siblings, a brother and sister. My brother, Peter, joined the army when I was fifteen. He would write us to tell us how he was fairing for the next two years. When the letters stopped coming, I went to the office of the military, lied about my age and joined to search for him. The higher ranking men found I was charismatic with people and raised my rank until I reached major with the Confederate Army. I was then known as Maj. J.C. Whitlock. We were clearing out the cities to Galveston, when I came across three beautiful women, whom I thought were stragglers that were led by Maria Sanchez. One of the women with her said, "Maria you better do it as I seem to kill more than they survive." Maria then looked at me and said I hope you live through this and bit me. I burned in pain for three days and when I awoke I became her second in command. I was put in charge of creating, training, and getting rid of newborns. What I mean by getting 'rid of' is destroying newborns that didn't have a gift or didn't cut it for our purpose. That purpose was to take over various parts of Northern Mexico and the Southern States of the US. Maria held power over me by the use of sex and told me I was her mate. During my time with her, I found my brother who she made her Captain and I became known as 'The God of War'. We took over most of the areas believed to be vampire territories. Most of what Maria had told me, I found to be untrue, when she wanted me to kill off Peter and Charlotte; but I couldn't. He's my brother. I helped Peter escape when he had found his mate was Charlotte, and they came back for me four or five years later. Later, I got tired of roaming with them and went out on my own. I then found myself in some Podunk town in Pennsylvania when I met Alice. She told me, "You kept me waiting long enough. I gave her my apologies and she told me of her gift if precognition and that we would be meeting up with Carlisle and his coven. The rest of it you know, except for my importance to the Volturi. They trust my judgment on whether or not certain people will be able to adapt to this life. I have already told them that you are special to me and would make a formidable vampire. You have more gifts than any one person should have and they will be disclosed to you and the Brothers by Eleazar Denali.
I didn't know his whole story, only the parts about where I was concerned, now I could understand why he was always in the background when I was spending time at the Cullen house. He asked if I knew that was the reason why he stayed away from me. I looked him in the eye and said: Jasper, I understand you were trying to protect me from who you really are. Anything that has happened after we met I refuse to hold against you as it is the nature of your inner beast to long for human blood. I appreciate you for letting me in and telling me your whole story; but you must know that you are and always will be my brother and best friend. In a way, you have been my protector and will always look out for me.
He smiled and told me he would always be there for me and he would stick around until after my transformation to make sure I was under control. He asked me what diet I was going to choose and I said I would find out afterwards as at this moment I had no idea. Caius then told me to get some food to eat as he wanted to spend some time with my brother in hopes that they could be friends. With that being said I hugged jasper and said I'd see him the following day before kissing Caius and saying I'd see him soon.
I went to the kitchen and found Gianna cooking something that smelled wonderful and joined her. We had a pleasant conversation about life here and decided that we should be friends since we were human. She asked me what it was like being with a vampire and all I could say was: It's beyond anything you can imagine. I am a danger magnet so when I say that it's wonderful to be loved and cared for by one it is also dangerous to my life; but, to be loved by Caius is a miracle in itself. When I first met him I thought he was incapable of loving anyone because he seemed so cold-hearted and hateful and now…He's totally different than what I expected him to be. He's kind, caring, and so full of love and understanding. I'm in awe of the man inside of his virile nature. Yes, he can be formidable and volatile if need be but I have only seen the feral side of him once. I love the man he has become and will do my part in protecting him. I promise Gianna, that I will do what I can to ensure you get changed. Now if you will excuse me I must retire for the night and will see you again tomorrow.
She bid me a good night and I made my way to Caius room. Upon entering, I went into the bathroom for a shower and thought over the events of the day before going to bed. When I emerged, I found Caius waiting for me. He took me in his arms and gently held me close. He said not to worry that he and Jasper were forging a friendship based on their love for me and respect for one another. He made sure I knew he trusted jasper and would ensure his safety for years to come. He then picked up my brush and proceeded to rid my hair of tangles before putting me to bed. He climbed in beside me, gathered me into his arms, and said my room was finished and he would show it to me in the morning. I drifted to sleep reveling in the love this man had for me.