Author Note: I'm drowning in multi-chaptered fics! ;A; Semi-important info at the end.

Warnings: Alternate Universe! Slash! Fem!Slash. Het! Explicit content in later chapters, this includes violence and graphic sex. UnBeta'd.

Pairings: Eventual JacobxEdward, more will be revealed in later chapters.

Disclaimer: I don't own the Twilight series.

Chapter 1 - Departure

"I'm not sure I can do this."

"Elizabeth, we discussed this."

"I know, I know… I just didn't know it would be this hard."

"He can do this. You have to trust that what we left him with will help him. He's strong, and he'll grow stronger."

"Yes, you're right. I'll just miss him so much."

"I know, dear. Come, we must leave now. When he wakes up he'll be told everything, and they'll deliver our final present."

"I hope he'll be able to ensure our son's safety."

"Goodbye, son, take care and stay safe."

"I love you, Eddie, please return to us safely when the time comes."

…

The first thing Edward noticed when he woke up was that it was far too quiet in the house. He sat up on his bed and stretched his arms above his head as a long yawn passed his lips. He sat there for a few minutes, finding it strange that his mother hadn't come to greet him this morning. With an uneasy feeling in his stomach Edward climbed off his bed and made his way to the door. Just as his hand was hovering over the doorknob the door flew open. Edward jumped back and nearly fell over.

"Master Masen, please come with me." In front of him was a man he had never seen before. He had blond hair and warm honey eyes.

"W-where's Mama?" The two-year-old was frightened; there was a stranger in the house.

"I won't harm you, please you need to come with me." Edward bit his lip in confusion, he wasn't supposed to talk to strangers, but the man had a kind face and spoke gently. Edward hesitantly took a step forward and stared at the hand the other was offering him. Not wanting to be alone in his room he grasped the man's hand and followed him out of the bedroom; hopefully this man would take him to his parents.

"Where's Mama and Daddy?" Edward asked once again, his eyes gazing up at the tall man.

"Everything will be explained to you shortly." The tall man said in return. Edward was going to struggle out of the man's hold when there was a loud crash. It came from the kitchen, Edward speculated, they were currently in the den, two rooms away.

"Damn." The man hissed. Edward gasped when he was lifted off his feet, a strong arm wrapped around his small waist. "Esme, they're here." Edward wound his arms around the man's neck when an even louder bang ran throughout the house. Edward was too frightened to speak.

"Breaking the rules so early in the game, huh?" Edward craned his neck to try and look at the source of that voice. As if from thin air a woman appeared in front of them, she was dressed in all black and her brown hair was put up in a high bun. She turned her head slightly as she spoke.

"There's a hidden passage behind that fireplace, it'll take you to the car. I'll hold these two off." Before the tall man could reply the woman was gone. As soon as she disappeared the man turned and ran toward the fireplace. A ghastly scream had Edward cowering into the man's chest.

"I'll get you out of here, Master Masen, don't worry." The man said this as he found the red brick that opened the hidden door inside the large fireplace. Edward kept his eyes closed as the man sprinted through the dark tunnel. More loud screams echoed down the tunnel making the boy squirm.

"They were newborns, can you believe it? They're really desperate this time." The woman's voice came from beside him. Edward opened his eyes and saw the woman from before standing in front of them. Her clothes were slightly ruffled and her hair askew, but other than that she looked fine.

"Let's get him in the car before more show up." The man said. Fear flooded Edward's heart then.

"Mama! Daddy?!" Edward began to struggle once again. They couldn't leave the house without his parents.

"Hey, hey, it's alright. Calm down, Master Masen, your parents are not in the house anymore." They took advantage of the boy's sudden shocked state and quickly entered the vehicle that was before them. The woman started the black, sleek car and sped through the dark forest. In the backseat Edward finally detached himself from the man and hugged his knees to his chest.

"This is for you. It's from your parents." The man handed Edward a white envelop. Edward took it in his small hands and turned it over finding his father's handwriting on the front. He opened the envelop and found a letter inside. Any normal two-year-old would be incapable of reading such a letter but the young boy wasn't your average two-year-old.

Dear, Edward.

As you've already realized we are no longer with you. We left you in the care of trusted people that will ensure your safety and return to us when the time comes. What comes ahead for you won't be easy, son, but you must endure for the sake of your Coven. For the following years you will be hidden away from this world, only Carlisle and Esme will know of your existence, even we won't know were to locate you. They are there to help you, Edward, please trust them as much as we do to protect you. When you fully mature you will be instructed further. Please stay safe, son, and know that your mother and I love you and only wish to protect you.

With love, Mom and Dad.

P.S

We hope you like our final present, it will be given to you when you arrive at your destination.

Edward re-read it five times before he put it down, resting it on his knees.

"Where are they?" He asked softly.

"We don't know, Master Masen."

"Are you two Carlisle and Esme?" Edward sniffled. This time the woman answered.

"Yes, Master Masen. We were hired by your parents to be your guardians until you no longer need us."

"Where are we going?" Edward leaned against the door, noticing for the first time that the car windows were tinted. Carlisle and Esme exchanged looks.

"We'll be there soon enough." Edward didn't feel like pressing the issue and decided to close his eyes, hugging the letter to his chest. He didn't know how he was able to fall back to sleep.

"I sincerely hope the place we chose is safe enough." Carlisle mussed as he looked over at the sleeping child.

"Are you second-guessing me now?" Esme looked at him through the rearview mirror.

"Of course not, you know I just like to worry." Carlisle threw her a smile.

"What I'm worried about is having a lycan so close to our ward." Esme gripped the steering wheel a bit too tightly.

"Desperate times call for desperate measures, my dear, and now we can't afford to bring up old prejudice. I, personally assisted Lord Masen in choosing the boy's protector, he is reliable and will grow into a strong one. He'll ensure the boy's well-being." Carlisle reassured the woman.

"If you trust him then so shall I." With that silence befell them and the long journey toward their destination continued.

…

Edward opened his eyes when he felt hands on him. Carlisle's face reminded him of all that transpired and he relaxed into the strong hold. Edward took in his surroundings when he was finally placed on his feet. The small house in front of him was a dull grey color with a picket fence and two tiny windows. There was porch that led to the front door, Edward didn't expect such a place to be their hideout. Esme went ahead of them and opened the door, Carlisle ushered the boy in. Edward looked around the dark interior of the house, taking a few steps forward. Then something in the darkness shifted and Edward raced back, hiding behind Carlisle. Esme grimaced at the figure. She walked toward the lightswitch and flipped it on.

"Sorry." The figure turned out to be a boy, Edward noted, he was older than him by a few years. The boy was tall with a sweet boyish face, his body was long and wiry with a soft caramel tone. The boy brushed a had through his shaggy brown hair offering a sheepish smile.

"Master Masen, this is Jacob Black. This is your parents final gift." Carlisle explained, looking down at the small boy. Edward moved away from Carlisle's legs and stepped closer to the other boy. Upon hearing who the other was Jacob quickly knelt before him, bowing his head.

"It's an honor to finally meet you, Master." Edward blinked down at the boy, he then turned around, hoping he would get clarification from the two adults but found himself staring at an empty room. Edward turned back toward the kneeling boy and knelt in front of him. Jacob flinched back, surprised to find the other boy so close.

"Edward. You can call me Edward." Edward smiled shyly. Jacob looked conflicted for a moment. He got up off the floor and helped Edward do the same.

"Then please call me Jacob, Mast- Edward." That was going to take getting used to. Edward nodded.

"What do you think?" Esme asked, leaning against the doorframe, arms crossed.

"His loyalty to our cause is genuine, as was his father's. They know that with Edward as head of the Volturi their kind will be spared and protected from further persecution. With Jacob's help we'll be able to gain the trust of others of his kind." Carlisle answered. He and Esme were in the basement of the house. The room was equipped with fast working computers and had access to all of the cameras hidden in the house, all to ensure the safety of Edward.

"You'll have to excuse my discomfort around him, I can't help it, but from what I'm seeing he seems like a good kid." Esme concluded.

"He is. Not only will he serve as our ward's shield, but he'll have to provide him with sustenance as well. Master Masen hasn't eaten yet, his craving for blood will come soon enough." Carlisle typed a code into the laptop before him and brought up the images from the cameras located on the front and back of the house. They were in a remote location, but they couldn't be too careful. There were too many people after them.

"Speaking of which, I'll take off tonight. It'll give me a chance to make sure this area is clear." Esme stretched her arms in front of her and rolled her neck.

"Make sure to cover your tracks." Carlisle reminded still typing away on the computer. Esme gave a mock salute and retreated.

"Do you know anything about my parents?" Edward asked, he was sitting crosslegged on the couch with Jacob beside him.

"No, I only saw them once when they came to speak with my father. That was about two years ago. My father was surprised at first, but then your mother showed us… well, you. You were a baby, but I remember your green eyes. They talked some more and then they left in a hurry. After they left my father told me about who they were, what they were, and who you were going to grow up to be. I didn't understand at first until the change came. Once I changed into my other half I understood what I had to do." Edward absorbed this information. Edward knew who his parents were, his father a vampire, his mother was also one, but she was once human, so his father had told him. He knew he was a hybrid, a rare combination of the two species, but he didn't know what he would grow up to be. And, what was this change Jacob was talking about.

"What is the change?" Edward asked curiously. The voice he expected didn't come, instead a deeper voice answered.

"He's referring to his own species, Master Masen. A shape-shifter." Edward turned to face the older man.

"Shape-shifter?" Edward echoed.

"I am able to tranform into a wolf, Mas- Edward. I'm still young so I can't control it very well, but my father told me that here they would teach me." Jacob raised his eyes and looked over at Carlisle who offered him a gentle smile.

"You are not my first, Jacob Black, over my long life I've encountered many shape-shifters and even a few Moon Children." Jacob shifted his eyes to the floor, fidgeting. Edward noticed and placed a hand on the boy's shoulder.

"What's wrong, Jacob?" Edward was concerned for his new friend.

"I apologize, Master Masen, it seems I've made him uncomfortable." Carlise bowed his head.

"No, no, it's just been a while since I've heard that name." Jacob reassured, smiling down at the worried looking Edward.

"Would you like me to explain things to him, Jacob? Or, would you rather do it yourself?" Carlisle asked. Jacob mulled it over in his mind before shaking his head.

"Very well then, you see, Master Masen, Jacob Black's tranformation to a wolf is purely hereditary. He was born this way, as were his decendents, however they are often confused with the Children of the Moon. These other creatures are quite violent and unpredictable when they transform, though they only do so during a full moon, they are very dangerous. It's been reported that a single werewolf has the strength to destroy one of our kind, just one. Because of this they have been hunted to the point of extinction, but because these two species are so similar many shape-shifters have perished under the current Volturi's reign." Carlisle paused to see if the young boy was still following him. Edward had a serious look on his face, which looked amusing on such a small child.

"Why am I here, and why was he given to me?" Edward had his suspicions, but he wanted them confirmed.

Carlisle continued, "You're parents saw the injustice the Volturi was comminting, not only where they killing innocent people, they were justifying it in the eyes of everyone. Not only that, the Volturi also opposed you parents relationship; a human and a vampire together was taboo. In the eyes of the Volturi your father was risking their secret by being with a human, they nearly killed your mother before he confessed he was going to turn her into one of our kind. The Volturi wasn't pleased, but because your father came from a high ranking coven they agreed on letting her live. All the while your father came up with a plan to overthrow the Volturi. The plans took a radical change when he and your mother conceived you. Now, not only did he need to work on the Volturi's demise, but also on protecting you. As a hybrid they didn't know how vulnerable you are and didn't want to put your life in danger. That is why they hired us; to be your gaurdians until you reach adulthood and are able to fend for yourself. We will make sure to train you so you can defend your self when it comes time for you to fight against the Volturi. As for Jacob, he is essential to our mission because he can vouch for his own kind. Your father thought that if we gain allies with the shape-shifters our rate of success would surpass the Volturi's."

Jacob nodded his head, "From what my father told me it was a good strategy, our kind is tired of living in fear, and knowing that there are people who are willing to help our cause is very reassuring. That's why I accepted coming here."

Edward was silent for a moment, his head reeling with all of the information he had been given. He understood everything now, he understood it all and was eager to get to work. He surprised the two older males by standing up from the couch, a determinded look on his face.

"Well then let's get to work!" Edward clapped his hands together.

…

Aro yawned, exaggerating his movements, of course it was all for show, he felt no real exahustion. The book before him had long been forgotten, his fingers impatiently tapping the hardcover.

"Master?" The soft voice broke through the silence. Aro turned toward the woman standing by the threshold of the library.

"What it is, Gianna?" Aro asked irritably, this human was beginning to gnaw at his patience.

"Master Cauis has news, he and the others are back and waiting for you in the throne room." Aro jumped up from his seat gracefully, a smile adorning his face. Gianna blushed pink as he glided past her. From another table a hodded figure stood, gently placing the book in her hands on the enormous bookshelf, and followed behind her giddy master. Gianna gave a small bow as Aro's shadow walked by her, not even sparing her a glance. Renata rounded a large pillar before reaching her master and the small group that had gathered.

"I was beginning to think you had gotten lost on your way home my little Hansel and Gretel." Aro grinned at the twins before him. Jane and Alec inclined their heads.

"I apologize, Master." Jane spoke first, Aro waved it off with a flick of a hand.

"So, tell me, tell me, did you locate them?" Aro bounced lightly on the balls of his feet.

Alec shook his head, "No, Master, they moved faster than we predicted." Aro deflated.

"We sent two newborns to their last known address and they were destroyed, along with the house." Jane informed.

"What a shame." Aro lamented.

"Aro," Caius spoke then, "it's time to send Demetri." Aro pondered this, tapping his chin with his index finger.

"I suppose so. Demteri." In a blink of an eye the tall, olive-toned man was in front of him.

"Bring me good news, boy." Although Aro's smile was still present, his milky red eyes were dangerously serious.

"Felix, accompany him." A bulkier, black-haired man nodded sharply before following close behind Demetri. Aro then turned his full attention on Caius.

"And what news have you for me?" Caius made a motion with his arm which had Aro's eyebrows knitting in confusion.

"Leave us." Aro ordered. With a final bow the others disappered from the presence of the two.

"Well?" The slightly taller man proded.

"It seems the rest of their little Coven has vanished into thin air." Caius spat. Aro pursed his lips, he wasn't likeing this one bit. He hated being at a disadvantage.

"I knew that finding that traitor and his pathetic mate would be arduous, but not finding a single one of his allies?"

"We've searched extensively throughout the United States, but I believe if we extend our search to Canada and Mexico it might render us results."

"Simple speculation, my dear Caius. I can't afford to send out so many of you at once, you know that. I'll wait to see what Demetri digs up, he'll certainly bring back something of use." Aro concluded.

"Another thing," Caius waited until Aro's eyes shifted toward his. "There's been reports of dogs near Paris, could I perhaps take a little detour while on my next mission." His crimson eyes glinted devilishly.

"Go ahead, but make sure not to stray too far off." Aro relented as he watched the older looking man stride down the hallway. Aro thought about all the information he received today.

So, two newborns were destroyed along with the house… that could only mean that they were there moments before my Hansel and Gretel showed up. But, they would have smelled them, even if they aren't trackers they would have scented out those two. Oh, Edward, you clever fool you've certainly beaten me this round; you have more allies than I previously believed.

Aro grinned mischievously, licking his lips in anticipation to the little game of hide and seek they were about to play.

I will find you Edward, you and your wretched mate, and I'll make you pay for betraying me.

To be continued...

Author Note: So... yeah. Hope I didn't lose you guys somewhere in the story. Questions, comments, or concerns? Hit me with a review! More will be explained in the next chapter, I swear. Also, this little project is going to be a personal challenge for me because I really want to work on character development and I'm hoping this fic will help me with that. Things are starting off smooth, but the action will pick up next chapter.

One last thing, I've recently aquired a Tumblr (I'm so late I know) so if any of you lovely readers have a blog you want me to look up feel free to send me your url, or blog name thingy. Mine is "dontlookdirectly" it's filled with silly nonsense and plenty of yaoi, Nightwing's cutie booty and BatFam fluff, my new OTP Sterek, *sigh* and many other things.

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