A/N: This story idea came to me after reading 'The Twilight Saga: Official Illustrated Guide.' I really enjoyed reading the backgrounds of the different covens, especially the Egyptians. Demetri and Amun; that was cool. It was said that the only reason the Volturi didn't come for Benjamin too was because they were unaware of his existence... Except now, after Breaking Dawn, they are. And so, I began thinking this up.
I enjoy playing with minor characters so much more I find, because you really get a lot more room to wiggle with their personalities and stuff. Anyway, I guess I'll stop rambling now.
One last thing; you will probably enjoy this story more if you've read 'The Twilight Saga: Official Illustrated Guide' yourself; at least the stories on the main characters of this fanfiction. If you're interested, I have a link to an online copy on my profile, but I STRONGLY suggest buying the actual book. :)
"Because to take away a man's freedom of choice, even his freedom to make the wrong choice is to manipulate him as though he were a puppet and not a person."
- Madeleine L'Engle
Prologue
Demetri's POV
There was a time when I loved Egypt. I know this, but standing here now, for the life of me, (or rather death, I suppose,) I cannot remember why. The people had a reputation for being friendly and hospitable, if not a little stubborn. It's not like a little pollution was a bother to me, nor the moderately dirty streets. I had no problem with places like America or England, and the troubles there are no different from what they are here. So why did standing here in Egypt bother me so?
I sighed, reminding myself that what I feel towards this place is irrelevant. Besides, we weren't even in proximity to civilization. No, the only sign of sentient life for miles was the huge house, sitting in the middle of nowhere up ahead from us.
From where we stood, it looked like any other low-lying home with cramped space. Up close however, I knew it was actually set into the ground. The perfect hideaway constructed of durable concrete, steel, and rammed earth. The rustic coloured canopy protected the flat roof from the elements and hard sun, with room to let wind pass through to keep it cool. I could imagine sand must've been irritating to sweep out now and then.
"A little low to the ground, don't you think?" The singsong voice of Jane quipped from behind me.
"It's a lot bigger up close," I replied under my breath. Even her presence here put me on edge.
Jane and her brother Alec could outmatch the Grady twins from 'The Shining' on a scale of creepiness any day. Jane could easily pass for a little boy with her underdeveloped, pre-teen body and choppy, pale brown chin-length hair. It was at least clear Alec was male, with his slightly thinner lips and somewhat darker hair than his sister, but this wasn't the scariest part. No, that had to go to their eyes. Eyes so childlike shouldn't be able to hold so masochistic ferocity. It was unnatural, even in vampirism. What can I say; they were creepy.
"So are we going in, or what?" Felix asked impatiently. Felix; at least he made acceptable company, and didn't look like he wanted to kill anyone who dared to talk to him all the time. He was also probably the closest thing to a companion I had.
Before I could answer, Jane started walking foreword. Excuse me, but who was it that led us here? I furrowed my eyebrows, but followed anyway. Each step got harder and harder to take; the revulsion of the house was killing me. My distaste must have been obvious, for Felix found great amusement in my stiff posture.
"You know, if you wanna wuss out-"
I cut him off with a glare. He just didn't understand- but then again, did I? Where did all this aversion come from?
"As much as I loathe the idea of seeing him, the boy obviously needs our help," I explained. Felix just gave me a look like he knew something I didn't; oh, how I hated that. We exchanged stares, before Jane appeared between us, with a snarl painted on her face.
"If you two children are done fooling around, we have a job to do."
"She's right. Let's just get this over with," I muttered. The sooner we were out of here, the better. "Let's just grab the kid and go."
A/N: A few things. First, this story is pre-written, meaning I've already completed it. This means that although I will be posting the entire story RIGHT NOW, it limits what changes I can make to the story based on any advice you have for me.
Second, the chapters are all about 1000 words long, excluding this one, and the Epilogue. The chapters will alternate point of views between Benjamin, Tia, and Demetri. (Yes, he actually plays just as much a role in this as they do.) It's not a very heavy read, but hopefully you will find it a good one.
Third, I would appreciate any feedback you have, and even if critique isn't your forte, don't be afraid to review regardless. :)
