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Chapter 28 – Volterra

After the confrontation with the newborns on the road the Cullen's and the twins made their way to the airport with the instruction to go there after all the evidence was destroyed and wait for the rest of them to catch up.

They arrived in the airport shocked to see multiple pyres near the aeroplane The sickly sweet scent of burnt vampire still lingered in the air. They never thought someone would attack them. As they waited for the others to arrive the twins made their way into the cockpit to start up the plane while the Cullen's were outside tending to their mates.

Worry and fear was the main emotions everyone felt as they waited for the rest. They were worried for their safety. One moment they saw Bella safely ensconced in a dark bubble and the next she was gone along with Luca. As much as they wanted to follow and search for them they couldn't as they were preoccupied with the newborns trying to get rip them apart.

Not a moment later they sensed footsteps and heard a heartbeat from the direction they came from, but they frowned as there were only two heart beats.

The moment they came into view everyone felt horror, devastation and sadness as they saw their daughter, friend and sister lay limp in her mates arms with no heart beat. Bella, the little human girl who made their un-beating hearts beat again. She brought warmth and happiness with her smile and her presence.

They thought that he was too late to save her, that she was dead, but hope blossomed within their hearts when Sage assured them that Bella would be waking up as one of them and that they didn't lose her.

They all sat in the plane on their way to Volterra in silence until Carlisle asked Sage a question followed by Esme, "How is she?" and "When will she wake up?"

"She's fine, she is being tended to by Luca. I guess by now she has been cleaned up and dressed in new clothing, resting on the bed with him by her side. As for waking up, I am uncertain, it took us a day."

Everyone sat and listened to Sage.

"I miss lil' Bell" Emmett murmured under his breath.

Everyone went silent after Sage finished her explanation, listening for the couple in the cabin. They couldn't help but be anxious because they still only hear one heartbeat. Once in a while they would steal a glance in the direction of the cabin with longing and worry in their eyes.

The silence was ended when Jane informed them that they would be landing in 15 minutes. They all gathered their belongings and sat back in their seats without buckling their seatbelts. Let's face it they are vampires and no humans are around to keep appearances for so why bother?

Sage called the brothers and informed them about what has happened on the road and at the airport and asked them if they could prepare everything for their arrival. As always they were worried, but this time it was multiplied by 10 because of what happened to Bella. During their time in Volterra they had grown really close to her, seeing her as a daughter, sister and best friend. They would be devastated if she was lost. They would not give a second thought about painting the town in blood and venom when that happens.

The plane landed safely on a private airstrip not far from the castle. The three brothers stood waiting with vehicles that would bring them back to the castle. Back in the castle the wives were busy preparing for the guests and the return of Bella, Luca and Sage. Guards were on high alert because of the newborn attack on their leaders and mate. Most of the scouts were also called back, apart from Demetri who was still in search of Victoria.

There had been some close encounters but by the time he reached their base it would be days old. Based from nomads who they encountered during their search it seemed that Victoria had picked up some pointers from the newborn wars down south and it was evident at the camps that she was using similar tactics than Maria, one of the warlords. Based on the pyres, blood and human scents along with multiple vampires confirming their suspicion, she was indeed building a newborn army and from the number of scents he picked up there are about 20-25 at least. There were also the question whether she has any gifted vampires in her ranks and if there are how many and also if she acquired any other help from other vampires.

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As they got out of the plane Sage was brought into a tight hug by the three brothers as they fired worry filled questions at her. After she assured them that she was fine, that everyone was fine, they directed everyone to the vehicles. Luca carried Bella out of the plane into a vehicle. He did not spoken to anyone during the trip, only gave them a small smile reassuring smile. He ignored questions and glances from other group.

When they arrived at the castle they were welcomed by the very concerned wives and the females of the higher guard who became close to Bella, but they stopped themselves from intruding and let the couple have their privacy. They let Luca carry Bella straight to his chambers after giving him a reassuring smile that Bella will wake up later on.

When he reached his chambers and closed his door behind him he laid down his mate on his bed gently. Brushing a few stray strands of hair from her face he placed a chaste kiss on her lips then on her forehead. He slowly laid down beside her, bringing her closer and covering themselves with the silk sheets. Breathing her floral and fruity scent in to calm himself he just laid in their bed with closed eyes , patiently waiting for his love, mate, angel to wake up from her dreams.

The Cullen's were being directed to their quarters whilst Sage, Peter and Jasper went straight to the dungeons carrying the pieces of the vampire named Bree. Time for the interrogation. They called in the help of the mind reader before they had landed. He should show up in 8 hours or less after they had settled themselves within castle.

Upon his arrival they had explained that his gift was needed in the dungeon. His first question when he arrived was how was Bella and he was devastated to hear what happened to her, yet at the same time anger boiled inside of him and he blamed her mate for what happen to her. He accepted that fact that she was mated, but he couldn't accept that she got hurt in his care. Looking at the memories Alice had shown him, he had never seen Bella look so free. Her laughter, the light in her eyes, he has never once seen them when they were together. He told himself that he has to grow up and step back. Stepping back is one step to growing up he thought.

Relief flooded his emotions as he heard that she will be coming back, but he was confused as to how she would be coming back. Before he could ask he was quickly instructed to make his way to the dungeons because his assistance was urgently needed and that explanations will be given later on.

Since his assistance was requested in the dungeons he made his way there. Slight panic radiated off him because he hasn't heard anyone's thoughts as soon as he entered the castle walls, apart from one vampire that was located in the dungeons. Walking towards the cell at a human pace he couldn't help but cringe at the visions he was seeing from the vampires mind. Visions from the moment she regained consciousness, terror struck her as she saw her limbs were missing. It then moved on to the questions, but she didn't answer and little by little they tore her apart or had Jane her powers, but unfortunately she was too attached to her sire and she did not reveal any information, she just cursed the Volturi members.

As he reached the cell door he saw Felix keeping guard outside, he could hear the screech of the vampire as they tortured her. Opening the door he saw Peter and Jasper in the middle with the female vampire missing an ear and sections of her torso. What caught his attention was the fact that there was a human in the corner, reading a book sitting in a chair ignoring the screams or the sight that was going on the middle of the room. She's about the same height as Bella, raven hair flowing down to her mid back and ending in large curls, pink pouty kissable lips, piercing grey eyes, smooth flawless silk like skin. She is beautiful he thought, but something seems so familiar about her.

He was brought out of his musings by Jasper who cleared his throat with an amused expression, "Hello Edward."

"Hello Jasper, Peter and..." He replied but trailed off as he tried to searched his brothers memories to find out the female's name, but no luck as his mind was shielded.

"Sage," She answered.

"Pleasure to meet you, but may I asked why are you here? It's dangerous for a human to be here."

Upon saying that he couldn't help but frown at the burst of laughter from the nearby vampires. Peter was clinging to Jasper so he wouldn't end up on the floor laughing.

She glanced at him and said, "Eddie you might want to search your brothers memory again."

Edward growled when she referred him as 'Eddie'. He hated that nickname, but he stopped when Peter suddenly stopped laughing and growled at him along with Felix who was outside the room. They seemed protective of her.

"I would if someone would tell Renata to lift her shield. When I entered the castle walls I couldn't read anyone else apart from one, which is her," He glared at her and pointed the captured vampire.

"Sorry to burst your bubble Eddie, but that would be my doing. I am a shield. As much as the next vampire or person I'm sure they would want to keep their thoughts for themselves and I bet you, Alice or Jasper that you like the peace and quiet you are getting right now."

During her explanation she stood up and was now standing a few feet from him with her back straight and head held high, like a military officer, like Jasper and Peter.

Beneath his irritation and slight anger he knows she is right. He had been around many vampires and humans and sometimes he wished to be able to turn off his gift. Without a turn off button he can hear every thoughts of anyone who is within his gift's range from good, bad, sexual amongst other things and sometimes he wished he didn't see some of their thoughts as they weren't that pleasant and with a vampire brain it will be forever there with no other way to remove it. With someone shielding everyone he can finally enjoy his head all by himself with no other voices from others.

Sage brought her attention to Jasper who she then asked to think of what has happened from the moment he left until now. Edward nearly stumbled back from the images that flashed through his mind. From the talk at the Cullen house, Luca's little sister showing up informing them of Victoria, the newborn attack, Bella's lifeless body in Luca's arms, the flight to Volterra, piecing the newborn back together and interrogating her. Then his thoughts stopped when he could only hear his own and he guessed Sage had shielded Jasper again.

Shaking his head and organising his thoughts he was quite shocked that there are other type of vampire besides themselves. Even though Sage was a vampire herself he couldn't help but feel worried about her being here in the dungeons with a newborn. She looks as delicate as Bella and he wouldn't want her to get hurt.

He cleared his throat, not that he needed to, but he needed to get their attention and looked directly to Sage with sincerity and worry radiating off him. Before he could open his mouth Peter interrupted, "I wouldn't ask the lady to leave if I were you." he warned.

"He's right so stop with the distractions Eddie and get to mind prodding," Sage said as she pointed to the captured vampire.

Peter and Jasper chucked at her description of his gift.

Stopping a growl from coming from his throat he shot her a glare which she just ignore. He hates being called Eddie. She's right again there are more pressing matters to attend to.

They spent most of the day getting information from her. They had learned that before she left Victoria's company she had about 30 newborns, she was also the third in command. The second in command is Riley, with a gift of covering scents, but limited to 10 vampires. They were also right about Victoria having a gift. He also caught a glimpse of Victoria talking on the phone with another male, asking whether they would still be willing to join them which means she had found an ally. There are also some newborns that were gifted; two have extra strength, one with acute senses and a weak fire starter.

Hearing all the information they needed they wasted no time dismembering the female vampire and burning her. After everything has been dealt with in the dungeons everyone went to separate ways. Jasper and Peter went off to the meeting room where the brothers and Carlisle were discussing the situation, Edward went in the direction where the rest of the Cullen's were staying while Sage retreated to her room to take a shower.

Nothing had been planned yet, apart from training for the guards because they were waiting for her brother and Bella to wake up. After a few hours the castle was quiet and everyone was on edge with the threat on the horizon and their future queen's birth as a vampire.

As everyone was going about their business they all froze when they heard an gasp coming from their King's camber. One thought ran through their minds.

She's awake.

Bella's POV

The last thing I saw before I fell into the darkness was Luca looking at me with sadness and love in his eyes, tears threatening to fall. I guess fate had its own plans for my change.

It seemed like an eternity in the darkness, a bright light shone a few feet front of me and curious I approached it. As I got closer it was like a white ball of fire, radiating no heat just peaceful vibes. I slowly reached out my hand to touch it. As the white like fire came in contact with my finger tips it exploded into a bright light causing me to shield my eyes. I could hear voices around me and I slowly dropped my hand from my eyes and was surprised to see film like strips showing my memories from my childhood to the most recent ones.

I faintly hears Luca's soothing, melodic and loving voice in the background and I looked around trying to see which memory it could be coming from, but there was no memory matching his voice.

As the last of my memories played out and finished everything faded into the darkness. Luca's voice drifted away.

Te amo meus angelus... (I love you my angel)

Then I was brought back to the world of the living with a gasp.


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