A/N I would sincerely like to apologize for not writing. I haven't had any computers to get on up until now. However, I HAVE been writing on paper. So don't worry! The show will go on!

Carlisle was a blurring rush as he gathered the food and picnic items from off the grass. He interrupted himself to quickly snap close the buttons on his shirt. But instead of feeling dismayed, I was worried. Carlisle didn't seem to be panicking but he did seem to be entirely serious. I had to ask myself why. What had happened in this short time of me and Carlisle in the woods that would make Alice call us and interrupt…whatever was about to happen.

Would Carlisle have killed me? Would Carlisle have bitten me? Did Edward come back? Was somebody in the family being threatened? Was Emmett throwing a fit? Was Alice pulling a prank? Had Emmett somehow bribed or blackmailed Alice into pulling a prank?

I didn't know. But what I did know was that I was suddenly being surrounded by Carlisle's arms and his lips were at my ear.

"I love you Bella. Truly, I do. But we have to leave. The Volturi are waiting."

The Volturi? As in "the powerful vampire family" was coming here? Why?

I found myself tossed very gently on Carlisle's back, than we were running through the trees and before I knew it, we were at the border of the forest. He set me down and began walking slowly with me hand in hand. His hand grasped mine softly as we walked, only using a gentle pressure to let me know that I was safe. But honestly? I surprisingly wasn't that concerned.

We walked into the house and came into the living room, where they were waiting. I'd seen them all in a painting, and there was little difference between the vampires in the painting and the Volturi in reality. But I immediately knew that they weren't men. The Cullens obviously looked nothing like humans. But they were gods. These things were odd looking and made me feel a little ill. And their countenance was far more menacing.

The tall one with the wavy black hair spoke first, embracing Carlisle. "Ah, Carlisle. It has been far too long." He seemed very happy, oddly enough, which was in direct contrast with the Vampire that looked exceedingly angry and the one that looked exceedingly bored. Maybe he'd already seen his brother's antics? Or maybe he was just emo.

The three brothers were different from other vampires I've seen in that they were chalky pale, next to a glowing pale Cullen. Their skin looked paper thin, next to the Cullen's strong skin, and it gave me a strong desire to touch it, just to see if it felt like it looked. But obviously the trait that stood out the most overall was those bright ruby blood red eyes. It made me comfortable to know they weren't thirsty because if their eyes were any darker, they would ask for a menu. And I was sure I would be for lunch!

"Alice, Rosalie, Emmett, Jasper. Ah, the whole family is here! How delightful!" I noticed he didn't mention Edward at all. It was as if he knew that Edward was no longer a part of this family.

"But I am afraid I do not know this young one's name. Carlisle? Do you care to enlighten me?"

He stepped beside me gracefully and introduced me to Aro without hesitancy. "Bella Swan, this is Aro. Aro, this is the love of my life."

I was shocked by how he introduced me to one of his kind who as obviously not one of his kind. But he seemed to trust Aro. So what choice did I have but to trust him as well? I held out my hand. "Aro, it is a pleasure to make your acquaintance."

"The pleasure is mine, Bella. If I may ask, Bella wouldn't perhaps happen to be the shortened version for Isabella now, would it?"

"Indeed it would."

"Ah simply splendid. She has wonderful manners Carlisle! So respectful! And she is obviously quite intelligent for a young lady this day and age."

"She is. Bella is actually a fan of the classics such as Emily Bronte, Shakespere, and Beowulf. And whereas others her age would prefer rock or hip hop, she prefers Classical music and orchestra."

"Does she now? And what would be you favorite piece Isabella?"

"Claire De Lune by Debussy."

"Ah simply marvelous. And if you had to pick a second favorite?"

"Lacrimosa from Mozart's Reqium."

"That is a splendid piece. I was fortunate enough to be able to see this piece performed live by Mozart himself."

"Wow" I gasped. To see Mozart live! The greatest legend who ever lived!

"I can see she truly is a lover of fine arts and classics. For one so refined, it would be a shame for one such as she to go to waste. Do you not agree Carlisle?"

"I agree completely."

"Come Isabella."

"Well, I must decline your offer. I will change Isabella after she graduates from high school. After all, I decline you in for the sake of remaining inconspicuous."

"Very well. I am sure your Bella finds education as important as you do. You both seem so very much alike. So we will give you until her graduation. Than she must be changed."

"Of course."

"Well than, me and my brothers will take our leave."

"Aro?"

His eyebrow raised as he turned around. "Miss Swan?"

"It is not my place to ask, but if I may, who was it that told you of this relation between Carlisle and myself? For I would assume that you didn't come here just to chat, being the leader of the Volturi you must not have time for pleasantries such as this?"

"You are most assuredly correct young miss swan. Carlisle, your son, Edward, has come to the Volturi and has decided to stay permanently. Although we cannot persuade him from his choice to partake in a living carcass of meat instead of the succulent feast of a human. So pride yourself in you son Carlisle. He is truly loyal."

"That he is."

"We shall depart in peace. Come brothers."

And they were gone.

We all stood still in silence and shock for about five minutes until I couldn't take it anymore. "Anyone up for some spaghetti?"

A/N Please review. And I really am sorry about the long wait. But the story is not done yet. So don't worry! :)