The plane ride had gone fast, too fast. There was nothing more I wanted than to just have more time to think, without having to be threatened or watched with every move I make. I was under 24/7 surveillance. I could not fidget or blink without one of them calling out 'dangerous' or 'unstable'. My eyes mocked me, echoing back their words through my blood soaked irises. It was getting to be too much…I thought I was going insane.
They carried me through the airport, both of their hands latched tightly to my arms. I knew it was to keep me from indulging in the scent of humans swirling around me, intoxicating and delicious. I would have gladly given in to my craving if I wasn't for the restraints at my sides. Good. That was good. None of these people deserved to die; they had real lives, real jobs, and real…families. My cold heart sunk at the thought. A family, something I would never have again. I held back a sigh.
We sped through quickly, ignoring the surprised faces of people passing. They wanted nothing more than to get me away from their sight; I was a nuisance to them, a waste of time. I knew this because before we had left the Volterra, I overheard Demetri arguing with Aro about myself.
"Why waste our time on that annoying brat? Let's just finish her off, one less problem to be dealt with."
"Please Demetri! Do not go against my word. She has potential! We can all see that, she would be a wonderful addition to our group, don't you agree?" Aro said pleadingly.
"Perhaps, but what if she doesn't join? Then our efforts would have been for nothing!"
"Demetri-" Marcus intervened "-Do as we say. We have made our decision. Now be on your way, for you are the one who is being a waste of our time."
I could almost feel the hatred Demetri was emitting towards me. It wasn't a good feeling. But it made me more confident to know he wasn't allowed to kill me…I could deal with the other abuse he gave me away from the public's view.
Felix and Demetri were silent for the entire trip, except for the cold glares they shot me when I began to ask about where we were, or where we were going. That shut me up pretty good. I came to the conclusion talking would do me no good, so I too became silent. It was very annoying not knowing where they were taking me, and nerve racking. Who knew what was waiting for me on the other side of the airport?
Something told me I didn't want to know.
To my relief, when we got outside, a large black car with heavily tainted windows waited for us. Felix opened the door for us. Demetri went in first, and I followed. Felix shut the door, and walked around the front, to slide into the driver's side. He started the engine, and began racing away from the already distant airport.
My anxiety grew with every minute that passed, wondering where I was going, what they were going to once I was there. Did Aro take Demetri's advice after all? Or maybe Demetri would go against Aro's words and finish me off himself?
I knew it was silly to think such things, but I couldn't help but believe them. At this point anything was a possibility. But couldn't bear thinking about it anymore, so instead I cleared my mind and kept it blank for the remainder of the never ending car ride. I slipped up often, but then went back to my muted trance. It was the best I could do.
I was doing a pretty good job until a warm light touched my tightly shut lids. My eyes flashed open, wide and alert. Then I saw it.
The large and exquisite manor towered over the car. It was painted a creamy shade of white, complimented by the brightly lit lights pouring out the windows. The entire house was detailed to the finest points, top to bottom, and undeniably classy. Despite the rich setting it was surprisingly homey. I felt reassured by the strange piece of architecture. I felt at home.
My happy thoughts were interrupted by Felix clearing his throat. I turned to look at him in the front, and he was already looking at me. I stayed silent, unsure of what to do. He could see the confusion plain on my face. Then for the first time, he spoke.
"Its time to go,"