Disclaimer: I own Kennet and Amato. The rest is the from the creative and imaginative mind of Stephenie Meyer. The song Civil Obedience belongs to Sage Frances. The song Kennet sings is Bad Boy by Cascada.

AN: Really quick. I just wanted to let you people know that the song swears in the beginning. I didn't know if anybody would be against that. Secondly, at the end Sage does a little sort of speech thing that really has no importance to the chapter. You can just either ignore it or not listen to it all together. Lastly, I would really appreciate some REVIEWS so then I can know what all of you think. Please and thank you! Enjoy!! :D

Civil Obedience- Sage Frances

I stared at my hand as it glowed in the morning sun, its radiant warmth spilling across my bed and throughout the room from the large windows that covered the east wall. Everything was at peace and harmony with the world. For now at least.

I could hear the people passing in the hall, but I paid no mind. All I wanted to do was enjoy this moment of tranquility. Of course, it wouldn't last long. In my line of work, nothing ever stayed this way. When it came around, I was sure to enjoy it to its fullest.

The sun continued to shine across my black satin sheets as I shuffled out of them to the bathroom. Showers were another thing that pacified me, and that's what I wanted right now. I turned the water as high as it would go and stripped. The water ran over my body in currents while I stood there trying to soak in the heat. I should know I would never be able to though. Vampires were always cold, they sparkled in the sun, and they never slept. And I was one of them.

I climbed out of the shower and wrapped a towel around my waist. Walking out of the bathroom, I started for my closet. A familiar voice rang through my ears, but I ignored it and continued to get dressed in my black attire.

The voice had accumulated until it stood outside my door. Its knock echoed throughout the room. "Come in," I called.

The door opened and Kennet danced in, literally, with his Ipod playing. "Be my bad boy. Be my man. Be my week-end lover, but don't be my friend." His hand came up to his mouth as if he were singing in a microphone. "You can be my bad boy, but understand that I don't need you in my life again." I crossed my arms and grimaced with disgust. Kennet always did the most annoying and ridiculous things, singing to his Ipod being one of them. It would be different if he listened to some decent music, but he was always listening to that horrid techno and rap that this generation of humans crooned over.

Kennet continued to dance and sway to the up beat pop blaring through his earphones till I couldn't take it anymore. I took three long strides and tore them out of his ears.

"Hey! I was listening to that, man," he whined. "God! You always have to ruin the fun."

"What did you want, Kennet," I said, ignoring his childish remarks and throwing his headphones toward the door.

He grimaced and took up my stance of crossed arms. "You need to lighten up. You know that? Learn to loosen up. Have some fun for once." He began to dance to a tune only he could hear, but stopped abruptly. "I know what your problem is. It's all this black stuff in here." He began to walk around the room and finger my assortment of black things. "It puts a damper on your mood. Don't you see that? You're what the humans would call 'emo'."

"What did you want, Kennet?" I repeated through clenched teeth.

He sighed and walked to the door to retrieve his earphones. "The brothers have an assignment for us. They've requested our presence." He turned to me and raised his hands. "If you're still up for a killing, that is." He smirked and looked intently at me.

I stared coldly back before responding. "I'll be there." Kennet nodded and turned out the door. After a second, I heard him continue singing to the preposterous song at the top of his lungs. If he kept that up the entire castle would hear him, and some of those people would not take kindly to that, me being one of them.

I turned around and swung the cloak that lay on a chair over my shoulders. It was regulations to wear them to every meeting the brothers called. Aro's rule.

My footsteps echoed as I ambled through the hall. Everyone I passed bowed their head slightly in a sign of respect. Their life could end by my hands before they could draw their last breath if I wished it, and they all knew it.

"Amato!" a girlish voice called. Running footsteps came from behind me and I stopped. "Hey there. I didn't realize you were out of bed already." Hands began to slide from my arms down to my waist and I felt lips at my ear. "I could take you back there if you want."

I grimaced and shook her off. "Not now, Heidi. The brothers have an assignment for me." She moved till she stood in my line of vision, her face in full pout mode.

"But we haven't been together since you killed that rogue vampire in Peru last month." Her fingers began to trail down my chest, slowly unbuttoning my cloak and shirt. "I miss you. I miss what you used to do to me," she whispered seductively while stretching to her toes to reach my ear again. "I know you miss our little games as well." Her tongue shot out from her lips as she nibbled on my earlobe.

I quickly shoved her away and buttoned my shirt up again. "I told you, Heidi," I blazed, furious now. "Not now."

Heidi grimaced and crossed her arms over her chest. "Fine," she grumbled. "Let me know when you want someone to heat up your stone cold heart." Her eyes appraised me once and she smiled slightly to herself. "Or anything else you had in mind." She quickly turned on her heel and stalked off.

Sighing, I continued down the hall and passed through a door. The room I entered was an old turret and perfectly round. Long windows ran around the entire room, casting soft, warm rays of sunshine that made the few people inside sparkle. This was the chamber in which all of the Volturi's business was conducted. All meetings, feedings, and punishments were done in this very room. Though it may not look it, the room was haunted by the blood of thousands.

The brothers sat at the end of the chamber in three of the several wooden chairs that had been placed evenly throughout the room. I walked slowly to a chair that set nearest to the brothers.

"Good day, Amato," Aro chimed. "I assume you've been well?"

I nodded once, not in the mood for small talk. "What did you call me for?"

Caius smirked. "Now, now. We can't begin until all members of the assignment are present."

"Caius," I grumbled. "Kennet and I have worked together for almost a century now. Don't you think I could just explain to him our little quest?" All three of the brothers shook their heads. "You know he won't be here for a while. He wouldn't know how to be prompt if someone took him by the hand and showed him."

"We are aware of this, Amato," Caius snapped. "However this assignment isn't your normal rogue vampire. We're sending you out for another purpose all together. Therefore, it is more important that every person requested be present before we begin." His eyes bore into mine as he silently dared me to defy them again. I grimaced and turned to stare towards the door, waiting impatiently for Kennet to appear.

We were able to hear Kennet before he even entered the room. He had his Ipod again and was singing slightly to himself. I sighed, irritated, while Aro chuckled.

The door opened and Kennet walked in pulling his headphones out and stuffing them in the pocket of his cloak. "Sorry to have kept all of you waiting. Lost track of time, I guess." He smiled and sat in the chair next to mine. "So where are we going next?"

Aro cleared his throat. "I'm afraid, Kennet, that it's not as easy as a destination and name. The brothers and I have decided that the two of you have proved yourselves more than capable of a promotion."

Kennet clapped his hands, beaming. "A promotion? I didn't even know we had those! What do you say to that, Amato?" he asked, nudging me. All eyes turned on me. I shrugged and looked the other way. Kennet ignored my nonchalance and turned to face the brothers once again. "So what are we now? Like, do we get to have a special name or anything?"

"I'm afraid not," Aro replied. "But you will be considered our right hand men, so to speak. The most difficult assignments will be given to the two of you; your opinions will be heard when it comes time to make decisions on matters; no longer can you be called merely a member of the elite guard. You two are now our most trusted men."

The brothers' right hand men? There had only been the elite guard. Of course, each brother had their favorites. Aro was always a fan of Jane and Alec; Caius to Felix; and Marcus…well nobody really knew about Marcus. He was quiet and kept most opinions to himself. But Kennet and myself? I had never thought we were admired enough for such a thing.

"So this means we're above the rest of the guards, right?" Kennet asked. He was simply glowing with the thought. "I mean. We have more power than the rest of them, right?"

"Yes, Kennet. You have more power so to speak than the rest of the elite guard," Caius said. "However, if you abuse this power in any way, it will be stripped from you without a second thought. Do you understand?" Kennet nodded solemnly and I followed suit.

"Good," Aro said. "However, before we can announce your official new placement, we need the two of you to prove yourselves. Through this assignment, we hope for you to do just that. Marcus?" Marcus pulled some files out of his cloak and passed them over to Kennet and myself to look over. They were all statistics of newborns throughout the world. It was hard to say for sure, but the brothers must have collected an estimated guess of how many vampires were being created every year.

"What is this about?" I asked.

"It seems we are becoming over run by the number of vampires outside of our home," Caius began. "If we wish to continue our quality of living and reign over the rest of our species, we need more recruits. We want the two of you to find such people. You should know not to bring just any lone vampire into our coven. We need qualified men, or women, who can help maintain the lifestyle we have. Do you understand?" The both of us nodded. "Now, your assignment is to leave this country and move to other places. Look high and low. Bring back to us a few more recruits, and your new position will be final. Take as much time as you need to complete your job. Any questions?"

Kennet raised his hand slightly. "What happens if we can't find anybody we think are 'qualified' enough? Or what if you don't like what we bring you?"

"Then your position will be withdrawn. You will continue to work as a member of the elite guard just as you were," Aro answered.

Kennet pursed his lips and nodded. "So when are we heading out?"

"Whenever you wish. Since we have no preference where these new people come from, we are leaving the travel plans to the two of you. However, we would all appreciate if your departure date be more sooner than later," Aro said.

Kennet jumped up from his chair. "Sure thing, Mr. Aro sir. Amato and I won't let you down." He saluted the brothers before turning to me. "Come now, partner! We've travel plans to make!"

I held up a hand toward Kennet. "Why us? I mean, why not choose Jane or Felix for such a position?"

"That is not important," replied Caius. "What is important is your completion of our request as soon as possible. I suggest you start your plans now as Kennet has already said."

Kennet grabbed my arm and pulled me from my chair. "Come on. You heard the man." I let Kennet drag me out of the room before I tore away from his grip.

"Let's head to my room," I said. "We'll figure out where to begin and go from there."

Kennet smiled. "Now you're talking."


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