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so... lets clear something up
1 okay people, listen closely to this. Bella WILL remember edward. this is a bella/edward fic and trust me when I say they will get together. But this will be gradual. Remember this vamp bella hasn't known the cullens for long at all. She is also engaged to another man. Felix is a good guy (for now, but you didn't read that lol) so Bella's not going to drop him at the first sight of edward and jump on it. Sorry, that aint happening. This plot line will be a rollercoaster ride of remembrance. It will all come in flashes. So be paitient. If it gets your hopes up I have the sequel kinda mapped out and it is full of bella/edward. you'll like it. So stop telling me to hurry up and get them together. it will happen, just not this second. trust that we'll have some fun along the way to thier being together again.
okay enough of that
here is chapter 10- Raymond and the Big Reveal
i love this chapter because Raymond is one of the best charachters ever in this story and we get to see what eddy boy does when he hears some news.
ok here we go!!!!!
Chapter Song : "Fences" by Paramore
Raymond and the Big Reveal
BPOV
As I ran back towards the castle, I felt myself going back to my incomplete self. Just being away from the Cullens had my mind going crazy and itching to be in their presence again. The tear in my heart seemed nonexistent when I was with the Cullens, and with every stride I took getting away from them it seemed to open back up. I thought back to when Alice asked if she could come to the fitting with me. I wanted her to very badly, and I was honestly about to bring her along. But, something in me just couldn't reveal to her and her family that I was engaged. I couldn't let Alice see my wedding dress. Alice seemed to me like the friend I never had. Granted I had Heidi, but Alice was so much different then Heidi and yet the same. I needed them both as my friends. But, I had to keep my Volturi life and my friendship with the Cullens separate.
I loved being with them. I felt so much more of myself when I was with them. It was so different from the self I was being with my coven. I always have to be so reserved around my father and his brother rulers. Heidi, Felix, and Demetri were the only true friends I had known, and they were thrust upon me being my friends seeing they were the only vampires my age that stayed permanently at Volterra(Jane, that witch, still despised me).Even though I wasn't the official Princess yet, I still had responsibilities and decorum to abide by. I really had only known the life in Volterra.
Now that I knew what true family and freedom was, I loved it. It was the best way to live this life. I wanted so much to live the life the Cullens lived and be with them, but that was truly impossible. I mean I had only known them for a day. I just needed to be with them, though. I was going to spend as much time as I could manage with them before they left. I had to milk the feeling I had with them for as long as I could.
I ran into the castle and up the elevator to my room to see Heidi standing in the open doors arms crossed, tapping the toe of her gold Coach ballet flat and arching one of her perfect eye brows. She glared at me as I flew into the room and closed the door behind me.
"It's 15 after 2. You promised that you would be here on time. What the heck were you doing for so long?" Heidi said to me, in the same position she was in at the door, but now she had me cornered in my own room.
"I told you I was out hunting with the Cullen family. I lost track of time. I'm so sorry Heidi. How many times do I have to apologize before you'll forgive me?" I practically begged her. I hated having people mad at me, and Heidi was definitely one of them.
"Well honey, you might as well put all that sorry back in the bag and return it, because we all know Blondie won't take your apology. Our Heidi sure can hold a grudge"
I turned my head to the short, skinny vampire that had just spoken. He was sitting cross legged in my living area holding a sketch book and a pencil. Raymond. He was our stylist, make up and hair guy. He had pink hair, fashion that would make any supermodel look raggedy, and was 100% gay. I absolutely loved him.
He was also quite the gifted vampire. He has the power to alter appearances and that is why he does what he does; make people look good. His power was actually one of the first ones I learned to master. I met him within my first week of being at Volterra when Heidi sent him in to do my wardrobe.
"Raymond! I'm so glad you're here!" I ran over and hugged one of my favorite vampires in the world, " Now you can calm Heidi down over there."
He laughed at my response and turned towards my fuming friend, "Oh Heidi, just forgive the poor girl for heaven's sake. Be thankful Bella even came today on free will. Whenever she is set up for an appointment with me, she normally has to be dragged in with a promise of some new boring book."
Heidi walked over to us and sat in the chair opposite us, "Well not totally on her free will, Ray. I had to threaten her Jane Austen collection to get her here." Heidi looked at me with a sly smile and just did the mature thing and stuck my tongue out at her.
Raymond looked at me with a fake expression of shock and a manicured hand over his dead heart, "And here I was beginning to think you actually liked me. Well, I guess there has been no improvement from your fashionably retarded little mind." Raymond teased me and I just playfully slapped his arm.
"Oh shut up you. Now let's get this torture over with so I can get back to more serious things." I told Raymond and got more comfortable on the couch.
"You think this is torture. I'm the one being tortured here. I have to deal with the wedding planner psychopath and the girl who doesn't find looking hot serious business. I don't even know why I deal with you beautiful, crazy people" Raymond told Heidi and me while shaking his head.
"Because you love us", Heidi said to Raymond with cute smile.
"No honey, I love your money", Raymond replied pointing his sketching pencil at her.
Heidi and I just threw throw pillows at him laughing and set to work.
In a matter of 4 hours, Raymond had designed a beautiful wedding dress. I was pleased with the outcome. We had also discussed the finishing touches on my outfits and appearance for the rest of the week. Raymond then sent me off to shower claiming I looked like a jungle woman and he couldn't do a thing to me with dirt in my hair.
I jumped into the shower (without breaking it I might add) and thought about my friends here at Volterra. They were fantastic, and I really did have fun with them. But as I hung out with Ray and Heidi, my mind couldn't help but wander back to the Cullens.
No lady vampire here ever treated me as maternally as Esme. My father's mate, Valia, just simply ignored me. She was always off shopping somewhere or at some exotic location so we only interacted when necessary. Aro was the only one that regarded me as his daughter, and she just thought of me as some kid who came along and took away some of her attention.
Emmett was like the big brother I never had. He was as joking and fun loving as ever, but I knew if it came down to it, he would defend me from anything. Demetri was like that in a way, but he got way too frustrated for my liking. I knew if his best friend Felix wasn't always with me and my best friend wasn't his mate, he wouldn't want to hang around me neither. I was far too powerful for his liking.
Alice was honestly like another one of my best friends. I'd only new her for a morning, but her bubbly demeanor was rubbing off on me. I couldn't help but like her. She held this connection for me that instantly I knew I could tell her and trust with anything. Heidi is my best friend, but she really didn't hold the same light as Alice did.
Edward was the big beautiful enigma in that family. He always looked like he was missing something or had lost something. Yet, whenever he would look at me and smile a crooked grin that made me want to melt on the spot, he seemed to emit this ray of pure joy. I hated to admit that I was becoming more and more infatuated with Edward the more I thought of him. I really wish I had more time to get to know him. He just made me feel so complete. I knew then it wasn't just the Cullens as a whole that I had to be near. It was Edward. I had never talked with someone so freely before. No one here at Volter had the same interest in books and movies as I did and talking with him about it felt so natural.
But, I couldn't be falling for him
I barely even know him. Yet, then again I feel like I've known him and his entire family for a lifetime.
But, I can't let my self think about other men. I was engaged for heavens sakes. Granted it was for more political reasons than love, but I couldn't treat Felix that way. For all I know my infatuation with Edward could be because he was a new single vampire at Volterra that happened to be the best looking person God ever made.
"What the Hell are you doing in there, Princess? Counting the hairs on your head? Get your ass out here so I can make it pretty!" Raymond shouted at me while banging on the door. I sighed at his eagerness that brought me out of my thoughts and got out of the shower ready for torture.
Raymond blow dried my hair and put it into a very fashionable high ponytail with a piece of hair wrapped around the tie and softer hairs falling in slight curls around my face. He didn't overdue my make up because everyone knows I hate it. So he just did purple eyeliner and black mascara to make my brown eyes really pop, a little blush, and a soft red lip gloss. He then ushered me into my dress, which was short and black with a big flower embellishment. I had on diamond chandelier earrings and a simple diamond necklace to match. I slipped on some Jimmy Choo's and was ready to go to the first ceremony. (AN: Outfit is on profile)
"Well, don't you look good enough to eat", Raymond gushed while walking around me in a circle looking for something else to do to me.
"Is there anything missing, Ray?" I asked him, because he kept up the circling for a good 3 minutes.
"Ah! I know Bella, love! Where's your rock? I know that big hunk of man you got didn't propose empty handed?" Raymond asked me while picking up my empty ringed hand. A ready to go Heidi got up off the couch to check on his accusation and then looked at me skeptically.
"Oh right! I took it off while hunting. You know, I didn't want to get it dirty." I told them, hoping they believed it. I couldn't tell them I took it off, plainly because I didn't want to wear it. They would never understand. I used my telekinesis power to summon it in towards me from my dirty jeans and slipped it on. My hand instantly felt heavier than ever.
Raymond just held up my hand and nodded his approval, "My dear, this is one heck of a ring you got here." Raymond looked up at me and smiled, "Heidi definitely wasn't exaggerating. You are lucky, girlfriend. If things don't work out with Felixinator send him my way, that's for damn sure."
Heidi and I laughed at that and I replied, "Thanks Ray, I'll keep that in mind." I was being serious, but there's no need for them to know that.
Heidi looked at Raymond with amusement, "I thought you were seeing that vampire from France, Phillip?
"I am girl, but I would let Phil loose if I could get my hands on any of the sexy guards here."
"You better stay away from my husband, Ray. Demetri's mine." Heidi said pointing a playful finger at my Raymond who was currently fluffing my already voluminous hair.
He just waved his hand dismissively and replied, "Girl, don't no body want your man. Put those claws away."
With one more quick fluff of perfection, Raymond went to get ready himself. Heidi and I just sat on the couches and waited for our escorts to come in a few minutes.
"Are you nervous B? Tonight's the big reveal. From the moment you step into that room, you'll become one of the most important vampires in history." Heidi mused from beside me.
"I'm not really nervous, more ready just to get this all over. But knowing me, I'll fall down the staircase and have everyone meet me as the only vampire capable of clumsiness"
"Well then it's a good thing you'll have Felix's arm to hold onto"
I turned my head to look at her and she just looked right back. "Is Felix going to be with me the whole time?
"Why wouldn't he. He is your body guard and you guys are, psshhh I don't know, ENGAGED"
"Of this I am already aware, but-"
I was cut of mid-sentence when there was a knock at my door and Heidi got up to answer it.
"Here we go. You need to put a smile on your face, B. Your being presented as Aro's daughter, the most powerful vampire ever and you look like a depressed human teenager that's about to cut herself."
The truth is that I was thinking I could talk with the Cullens for a bit at the party, but I definitely wasn't going to with Felix watching my every move. I didn't need protecting around them. I knew they were safe. I felt it.
I giggled slightly at Heidi's analogy as I stood up and she turned opened the door with her usual bright smile plastered on her face. Demetri barged in and pursued Heidi for their usual disgusting 'hello', so I turned my head away from their PDA. Felix came up to me chuckling at his best friend's show and I laughed with him.
"One of these days we're going to have to hose those two down. That's just sick."
"If we do that, Demetri would just go even crazier for the wet t-shirted Heidi we'd be providing him, and then we'd never get anywhere."
"I guess your right about that" He laughed and then turned towards me and then his smile brightened. "You look stunning Bells" He took my hand and placed a gentle kiss on my ring.
"Thank you" I smiled at his compliment and then looked back up at him. "You don't look half bad there your-self." Felix was wearing a solid black tux with matching shoes, his hair was the same shiny, thick blonde, and his eyes were as blue as ever. I couldn't lie Felix was extremely handsome, but since I had met Edward, every other vamp's beauty couldn't hold a candle. I couldn't wait to see him tonight.
He smiled and replied "Well, I try" He said as he jokingly ran a large hand through his hair and it fell back into perfect placement.
I playfully shoved his shoulder and we began the trek to the north ball room for the ceremony. I had my arm hooked through Felix's as we walked behind Heidi and Demetri. As we got closer, I could hear the drone of many voices coming from the ball room. Then I got a little nervous.
"How many vampires have come?" I asked Felix as we got closer.
"A little over 300. Are you nervous?" He answered as he smiled down at me.
"A little"
"Don't be. You're fantastic, Bells. Everyone in there will love you. And I'll be with you the whole time" Felix reassured me as he slid my arm down to hold my hand.
I smiled up at him as we stopped at the side of the entrance waiting for our introduction. Heidi came back to me and hugged me. "This is it, B", she said with a smile.
Raymond then appeared wearing a mint green tux and hair to match. "Ok princess, they're about to start. I just needed to come and give my masterpiece one more check." I could only roll my eyes at his reference of me like painting as he tugged at fluffed at me. "Everything looks perfect; you just need a little more lip color." He easily darkened my lips with his gift and then smiled at the finished product.
"Perfect! I'll be inside and looking out for any wardrobe malfunctions. Good luck, honey" He kissed my cheek and went back inside.
"We're going in too, B. Good luck!" She and Demetri sent me one last reassuring smile and followed Raymond through the entrance.
I watched them leave and took in a deep breath, trying to internally pep talk myself into not freaking out. I thought back to my amazing morning with the Cullens, and I was instantly more relaxed.
We stood there for a moment and then we heard the crowd hush. I knew then that my father had taken the stage and there were waiting for him to speak.
"Good evening, my friends! And what a spectacular evening it will become. I am all to excited to have my friends of our remarkable community of vampires here with my family and I to celebrate the most joyous events taking place this week. I am honored to announce that I am introducing an absolutely remarkable young lady into my family this week, and presenting Volterra with their first Princess. My daughter has been with me for 70 years, and now my brother kings and I are honored to induce her into our family and introduce her to you, the vampire community. She is beautiful, highly intelligent, and extremely powerful. So with out further a do, I am honored to present to you my daughter, Isabella Volter!"
I took one long cleansing breath and looked up a smiling Felix. He squeezed my hand one last time and I slid my hand up to his elbow as we walked towards the entrance to the stairs leading down into the massive ballroom. I wanted so badly to teleport my self back up to my room and hide until this was all over, but I knew Aro wouldn't appreciate that very well.
As we broke through the door, I saw hundreds of beautiful faces turn towards me and they all took me in for a moment. I smiled at them hoping they liked me and to my reassurance they all broke out in applause. I smiled even more brightly and then Felix and I gracefully walked over to where my father was standing at the top of the stairs.
I stood next to my father as he placed a hand on my back and placed a small kiss on my cheek. I smiled back at him and he returned the favor. He then motioned for me to say something and I had the urge to run again. I already knew I was going to have to speak to the crowd, but that was easier said than done. I took in another breath and began.
"Good evening, everyone. I am extremely pleased that you all could make it tonight and hope you enjoy yourselves. You all are gathered here to help commemorate my official introduction into the Volturi coven. I love my father and his coven dearly, and I'm deeply thankful that I have come to belong with them." I smiled up at my beaming father and then continued, "I am also here to be crowned as your princess. Trust me when I say, I'm nervous as hell; excuse my French." There was a quick release of laughter from the crowd and I continued, "But I know that I will do what's right for our world and assist my father and his brothers in matters that are deemed important. I don't want to disappoint you, because I am here for you. So, believe me when I say thank you for being here and hopefully for believing in me."
I took another deep breath from that speech I just gave, and prayed to God that they liked it and I didn't just stand there talking like a complete idiot. But, I knew I did well when everyone in the room broke out in a loud applause. I smiled brilliantly at the response and my father looked like the happiest person in the world. I looked out to the crowd and searched for the people I was dying to talk to tonight. I finally spotted all 7 of them standing at the side of the room along the glass doors leading out to the northern gardens. I gave the Cullen's a wink in their direction and they all flashed me beautiful smiles in response.
The Cullen women were looking gorgeous as ever and the men looked dashing. Alice was wearing a long strapless green dress and her hair was its same fun, short and spiky manner. Esme was wearing a beautiful gold wrap dress that reached just at her knees and hair was in its same perfect caramel waves. Rosalie looked like a knockout with a simple black halter dress that flared out at the bust and reached mid-thigh, while her golden hair was long and blown straight. The men wore dashing black suits with a tie to match their mate's ensemble. Edward was wearing solid black everything, like Felix, but could pull it off a little better; especially with his naturally wind blown bronze hair. He flashed me his dazzling crooked smile and I smiled back as I turned back to my father so I wouldn't faint from his gaze.
The applause died down after a few minutes and then my father began to speak again.
"Isn't she just splendid? My Isabella was always a wonderful speaker, ever since that first time we met. That story is all too interesting and I we would be more than happy to tell the tale. But, we have a week full of events for everyone to get the chance to talk personally with Isabella. This reminds me of a most joyous occasion that will be added on Saturday to end our week." My father looked at Felix and I with a bright smile and I knew he was about to drop the bomb to everyone. "One of my most prestigious and valued guard, Felix Volter, has asked for my Isabella's hand in marriage and she has agreed! The wedding will take place at the end of the week, so that everyone will have a proper farewell to my daughter and her then new husband! So let's get this Opening Ceremony underway.
Applause broke out loudly from the crowd and I looked up at Felix. He smiled lovingly back at me and gave me a chaste kiss on the cheek and I smiled up at his sweetness. I swore I heard I few protests from a few vampire men. That made me internally snort, like they all honestly thought they had a chance. But as I thought about any one else having a chance, I couldn't help but picture Edward. I liked Felix a lot, but there was just something about Edward that kept me in a trance. I had only known him for a day, and I knew that I already really liked him, maybe even more so. But, I was engaged and I doubt I could fall in love with this guy in week before I got married. No matter how perfect he was.
Felix and I began our trek towards the still applauding crowd alongside my father and naturally looked towards the Cullens. I had no idea why I didn't want them to know about my engagement and my other friends, but I cared. I looked towards them and they all wore the same expression of shock and were looking at one another as if they were communicating silently.
What was wrong with them?
Once they caught me looking at them, though, they began to clap half-heartedly and that's when I realized something was wrong with that picture and I frowned.
Edward wasn't with there anymore.
uh-oh!!!
where did eddy go??
you'll find out next time on Song of the Heat
haha that sounded like some cheesy soap opera
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Next chapter: We get EPOV of the ceremony and see how he and his family really reacted, and what will Bella do about her favorite Cullen's disapearance?
well you'll see next sunday!!
ok im out, see you sunday! go ahead and press that big button, it's calling your name
im bout to take a shower
that was random
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-alexis :P