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I'm hoping this is mostly comic relief, cause you know; it's just a filler. Action is soon to come.
Chapter 10: Fire (Aim Your Arrows High)
It was all about the preparation; I had to be ready to go on the fly. I would know when to go, but I couldn't jump at just any chance.
No, I am not talking about leaving for the outing. Kai and me are getting ready to leave. After this week, we'll be able to figure out what she's capable of, so we can boot it.
Like fire coursing through my veins, I could sense the feeling of escape.
I was wondering why Aro hadn't been reading my mind lately. Actually, the last time was when he confronted me in the room. Luckily I deduced he was afraid. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, afraid. Of course he wants power, but he seems to be afraid of what I can do. Which is to my advantage. He'll never know what hit him.
I'll have to give him something to thank him for all the clothes. I would be leaving with them, of course. Kai will like them, since apparently all her other clothes are shredded.
I was done packing, and had on the beige fall coat from one of the boxes, and a plain pair of black jeans. Completed with black gloves, I made sure no part of my body was revealed for Aro's invasion.
Renata drove us to the airport in the next city over. We went through a different entrance than the public one. We drove around the back, where Volturi guard opened up the gates to the runway for us. Inside one of the large hangars, was a large plane, built for luxury rather than speed.
The three men, Aro Caius and Marcus were waiting by the escalator. The rest of the Volturi guard was gathered behind them, looking not so formal, actually rather normal-looking, wearing actual clothes, not suits and capes.
I slung my bag over my shoulder, Kai following my lead. We stopped in front of the men.
Aro looked like he was having internal battles; I knew he was trying to decide whether or not to touch me. He went through with it, grabbing onto my neck. I was a little startled he reached, but was glad at the same time.
He pushed my hair back out of the way, to reveal my turtleneck. Before he could touch my face, I reached my gloved hand to pull his hand down gently.
"Dressed for the weather." I said cheekily.
"Yes. I suppose it's for the best." I knew he was referring to not touching me, not my attire.
I patted his shoulder, and entered the plane.
I sat at the back, playing crazy eights and speed with Kai, Demitri and Felix.
"Alright guy, so pick up five for queen of spades, and five of diamonds, pick up two for all the twos, go again with all of the aces and skip a turn with the jacks." I said professionally, dealing the deck.
"What is this game again?" Felix asked, scratching his head. He looked like a giant, his long legs protruding on my side of the table between us.
"Crazy Eights Countdown."
After four rounds, Kai and me were tied with winning. Already, we were ready for another round, Kai dealing the cards.
"This game requires no real skill." Demitri said, throwing his hand down.
"Says the guy who's losing." Felix said smugly.
"You came in last all four rounds." He bit back.
"Easy, boys." Kai said, placing three tens down.
"Yeah, you don't want to get too caught up in the game. Just do it." I said, putting down an eight. "I change the suite to Clubs."
Demitri put down a five of Diamonds. Felix pretended to be sad, but pulled out a two of Diamonds. Kai quickly laid down three two's, the top card being a two of Spades.
"Crap, all those cards!" I feigned, laying my head down. I sat up, and slapped down the Queen of Spades dramatically.
"NO!" Demitri cried, swiping his arm across the table, knocking the cards off.
"Great, I knew I wasn't the only one who enjoys fifty two pick up!" Kai said.
I stifled a giggle. "Chill out man. It's just a game. If you didn't belittle humans so much, maybe you'd enjoy our games more." I said.
"Anyone for another game?" I called out.
The whole plane seemed to echo, "NO."
"Okay." I murmured, retracting my head in pretend fear.
I sat in a seat at the back of the plane, staring out the window. Wherever we were going, it was far away, and night.
Eventually, the plane started to slope down. My insides fluttered, not just because of the descent, but also because I was nervous for Kai. I glanced at her beside me, and she was sleeping. She wouldn't know many dangers while she was in this state, so I won't bother waking her until we land.
I looked around and felt the pressure of the anticipation of the vampires aboard the plane. I couldn't see them, but I could tell they were all wondering about Kai.
The plane landed smoothly, and barely shook us. Before I even got up, no one was on the plane but Kai and me. They're pretty fast.
I yawned and stood, not grabbing anything, since I was not allowed Internet, phones, or anything technology-related that would get me "found".
We exited the plane after I woke Kai up. I saw her reach to put her hair up in a pony, but even after a few days, she wasn't used to the short hair.
Immediately, we were hit with crisp icy air. We shivered in unison. The airport appeared to be abandoned, no lights shone inside of the building, or on the landing strip. I tried to see through my foggy breath but could see no signs of anyone maintaining the site. I shrugged, the Volturi probably had something to do with it.
The whole of the Volturi stood, glowing under the sliver moonlight. We stood awkwardly beside their unity, freezing in our jackets.
"So who's up for hot cocoa?" I called out apprehensively.
Very quickly, did the Volturi get themselves organized.
"It would be swifter if they were carried." Marcus said, absent tone, as usual.
"Felix, Demitri." Aro said roughly, motioning to us. Demitri picked up Kai gingerly because of his refined nature, but Felix ducked his shoulder into my stomach, and hoisted me up. I got the wind knocked out of me. I did not appreciate being hurt.
He ran really quickly, and I was glad my face was facing away from the wind. But I still had to wipe away the mucus and tears off my face with my sleeve. The cold night did not help at all.
"Are you crying?" I heard Felix yell through the wind and aerodynamics he created.
I sniffled, wiping my face again. "No."
"Good, because I wouldn't want human germs on my suit." He said. His words were distorted through the wind.
Sooner than I expected, Felix set me down.
We were in a clearing, twice the size of a football stadium. It was mostly flat, and mountains surrounded us. A river ran through the middle, I could tell the way it shone.
It wasn't as cold here, since the mountains shielded us, but still frosty. I stood staring up at the moon, wishing there was another way. I looked back down at the clearing.
A large tent was already set up, obstructing my view of the beautiful scenery. Did the Volturi have to mar everything?
I approached the tent, grumbling after I realized I was alone. I pulled back the black tent. "How's it do, everyone?" I asked lamely.
"It does good." Kai was the only one who replied. Sarcastically I might add.
I went to go sit down next to Kai, on one of the many benches that were set up, however Felix and Demitri occupied either sides of her. In fact, the only spot open was next to Marcus. I hesitated, taking multiple half steps, even contemplating sitting on the floor. I sighed and sat in between Caius and Marcus, feeling this was strategically placed seating.
"Maybe after all of this we could be chums; the best of them. I mean, there's no reason to be grim about this, just cause I'm gonna win." I whispered into Caius' ear.
"You wish, human," He said unfazed. I knew he felt that twinge of annoyance, though.
"So what now?" I said.
Similar looks of question graced the guard's faces.
Aro appeared to be coming out of trance, when he saw all eyes were on him.
"If the girl is ready, we shall commence."
The eyes whipped to Kai. "Uh, don't you think I should have a good night's rest?" She said nervously.
I slapped my forehead. Vampires watching you sleep is something uncomfortable I don't want her to experience.
They set up a makeshift bed with blankets for Kai behind a curtain, getting her comfortable to sleep, even though she slept on top of the covers, because she was demonically hot. I sat at the foot of her bed, knees pulled up to my chest, because I, on the other hand, was cold.
"Are you excited?" I asked after about five minutes.
It took me five minutes more to realize she was asleep. I sighed, and pulled back the curtain, stretching. Still stiff from the plane ride. I closed the curtain back up and went outside.
I was tightly wrapped in my coat, looking for someone to talk to.
There weren't many people other than Renata talking to another woman and Heidi, Demitri and Felix, then Marcus, Caius and Aro standing alone together. I opted for the first group.
"Uh, hey Renata." I said, only addressing her, ignoring the other four.
"Hello." She said shyly. Renata glanced quickly beside her to the new woman. "I don't believe you've met Chelsea."
"Hello!" Chelsea said enthusiastically, taking my hand in hers' and shaking.
Right away, I knew something was up. I couldn't put my finger on it; I tried to remember what was wrong with Chelsea. She seemed fine, being polite, for a Volturi guard. She smiled fine. I smiled back, and glanced around.
I caught Aro's eye. He seemed intrigued by me and Chelsea, I could see it in his eyes.
What was he up to?
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-Sage94