I don't own Twilight. Any Italian I used was translated using google translate. I apologise if any is wrong.
Alec POV
Gently, I picked her up and cradled her in my arms. I decided to take her to my room for the night. I knew it would comfort her being surrounded by my scent. When I entered my room, I walked over to my bed. I pulled the covers back carefully, as to not wake Laila. I placed her down and she didn't let go of her hold on my shirt. I managed to get my cloak off and sat back against the headboard, resting Laila's head in my lap. I softly stroked her hair for the rest of the night as she slept peacefully.
It was about six in the morning when Laila began to stir. I smiled at how cute she was in the morning. I could tell she wasn't a morning person, as she snuggled into me, groaning as the sun shone brightly in the room. I chuckled quietly, but Laila felt me chuckling. She sat up and I smiled at her. Smiling back at me, I could see that the smile didn't reach her eyes. They still held a haunted look in them. I opened my arms in an invitation.
Without hesitating, she scampered into my arms and I held her tightly. We sat in silence for a while, me occasionally kissing her forehead tenderly. I could faintly feel her contentment in my arms through our mate bond. I don't think she realised what was happening, as I could feel the faintest sliver of confusion. After a few hours just sitting contentedly in each other's arms, I decided to see if she knew anything.
"Laila? Do you know why it is painful to be away from me?" I asked softly. She shook her head.
"No, do you know why?" she asked in return.
"I do. Would you like me to tell you?" I asked. When she nodded, I began thinking how to answer. "Every vampire has a soulmate. It is rare for a vampire to find their true soulmate. It is also painful to be away from their mates and causes them to feel like their heart is being ripped out. That is until they complete their bond and spend time around each other. Do you understand now? You are my soulmate, so it physically hurts to be away from me. And it is the same for me. It hurts to be away from you, Laila," I explained. She nodded slowly.
"Yeah, I understand. I had a feeling there was a special bond between us, but I wasn't sure what it was," she said. I smiled at her briefly and pressed a kiss to her cheek gently.
Laila seemed unsatisfied with just a kiss on the cheek, however, as she tangled her hands in my hair and pulled my face back to hers. She pulled my lips to her and kissed me passionately. I kissed her back with as much love as I had and I felt her lips curl into a small smile. I placed my hands on her waist and pulled her impossibly closer.
I pulled back and trailed kisses down her neck. Laila moaned and I could smell her arousal. I started nipping gently at her skin. Light enough not to sink my teeth in her, but hard enough for her to feel. Her moans increased loudly in volume and her arousal was overpowering. I was lucky that the rooms in the castle were sound proof.
"Alec… please," she begged. I looked deep into her eyes and flipped us so she was lying on her back. I pressed kisses along her neck until I reached her ear.
"Are you sure, my love?" I whispered delicately into her ear. I felt her nod.
"I've never been surer. Please, Alec," she begged. In answer, I kissed her passionately and rid Laila of her clothing.
For the rest of the day, we stayed locked together in each other's embrace. It ended when Laila bit me, marking me as hers. I did the same for her, marking her in the junction between her neck and her shoulder for everyone to see. When we marked each other, I could feel our bond strengthen and grow in intensity. I felt complete.
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Laila POV
Alec and I had spent the night locked passionately in the others embrace, unwilling to let them go. I had needed to know that I was good enough, that Edward was really stupid to let me go. Alec made me feel wanted, loved and cared for more than ever. Along with my children, Alec and Jane, I knew that I would eventually get over what Edward did. I would never forgive him, or the Cullens, and I would certainly never forget.
I turned and snuggled into Alec's side. I felt and heard him purr and it triggered my own. We were lying in his bed peacefully when the bliss was disturbed by a knock on the door. I growled at the interruption but Alec chuckled. My annoyance faded when I heard him laugh.
Alec sat up, pulling me with him. I pulled the sheet up so it covered our bodies.
"Who is it?" I asked.
"Jane. Can I come in?" she asked.
"Just a second," I replied.
I got out the bed to grab some clothes. I pulled on one of Alec's shirts and my, surprisingly, undamaged leggings. I turned to see Alec watching me shamelessly, his eyes black with lust.
"Come on. You need to get dressed, Alec," I said, walking over to him. He grinned.
"I know, but I'd rather stay here with you, alone," he replied. I smiled softly at him.
"I would love too as well, but Jane is waiting, and I want to see my children," I said. Alec's face softened at my words. Alec got up and pulled some clothes on. I opened the door and saw Jane standing there. She smirked when she saw us.
"You have been summoned to the throne room. Both of you," she said, before spinning on her heel and storming away. I rolled my eyes.
"Come on Alec. I need to put on some of my own clothes, see my children, then we need to go to the throne room." Alec took my hand and led me to my room, which was just next door. I ran to my closet and searched for my clothes. I grabbed a blood red, long sleeved top and a pair of dark washed skinny jeans. I finished the outfit with some black heels, choker necklace and a couple thread bracelets on my wrists. My dark auburn hair was falling in ringlets down my back, which I pulled out of my face with a bright red headband.
I felt Alec wrap his arms securely round my waist. I turned in his arms and snuggled into his chest.
"I love you, Alec," I said. His arms tightened briefly around me.
"I love you too, Laila," he replied. I smiled at his statement and kissed him. He kissed me back sweetly.
"Come on. I want to see Missy and Vivi," I said, excitedly. I grabbed Alec's hand and dragged him to my children's room. I knocked on the door before entering. Missy and Vivi leapt up from where they were playing and ran over to me. I dropped to my knees and caught my twins as they ran into my arms.
"Morning mama," they said, synchronised. I smiled and kissed their foreheads.
"Morning Missy and Vivi," I responded, letting them go. I noticed their growth in height. "My, haven't you grown," I exclaimed. They smiled and nodded. Missy spotted Alec and called out his name.
"Daddy!" Missy said, jumping into his arms. I could feel through our bond he was shocked that the twins thought of him as their father, but he was also happy. Alec lifted her up easily and spun her around, Missy giggling. I smiled warmly at the sight. There was a lot of smiling today. Vivi's reaction was the same as Missy's.
"Good morning to you too," Alec laughed.
"As much as I would rather stay here, we are needed in the throne room. Can you stay here please? If you want to explore, ask Jane and she'll take you around," I said. The two girls agreed to only go exploring with Jane. I nodded in consent.
"Let's go then. Come on sweetheart, we will be late if we don't leave now," Alec said. I nodded and took the offered hand. "We'll be back girls. If you need anything and we aren't back yet, then ask Jane."
"We will Daddy. See you later Mama, Daddy," they chorused. After one last hug, Alec and I left for the throne room. We walked at a human pace, just enjoying being in the other's presence.
When we arrived at the throne room, I stopped outside the doors. I brought Alec closer to me and he kissed me sweetly.
"Everything will be fine, honey," Alec answered. He embraced me and I melted into his arms.
"Okay Alec. Let's go," I whispered, reluctant to see what Aro wants.
"Nothing will happen, sweetheart. I promise," he responded, tightening his grip. "The worst that can happen is that he will ask you of your past. That is up to you whether you tell everyone, or you just show Aro. I know that you can project your thoughts due to being half angel," Alec soothingly said. I relaxed in his arms and nodded into his chest.
"Alright, let's go in then," I whispered. I felt Alec kiss my head and he released me from his grip. I held onto his arm tightly and we entered the throne room. Aro greeted us his usual cheery way.
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I know that Laila wouldn't really trust people, especially men, that much since Edward raped her. But personally, I think it is a different case with Alec. He is her soulmate and Laila trusts Alec with her life. When I was writing it, I wasn't really thinking about it too much, but when I thought back over it, I thought that some people would think it slightly weird. I just wanted to explain in case anyone judged me for it.
