I'm in a bit of a rush to post this chapter, so all I can say in regards to my absence is SORRRRYYY! I'm so sorry. Oh and did I say I'm sorry. What was that? All is forgiven you say? Perfect, then onwards with the story ;)

Chapter 37- Psychopath

BPOV

When I finally came out of the bathroom, Edward was gone. I sighed in relief. I needed some time to myself. It just felt like too much, one drama after another. The worst part of it was, it was my entire fault. My presence created issues that Edward and his family had to deal with, and there I stood idly watching, the helpless little lamb.

I lay down on the bed; face first, trying to hide myself. Perhaps I could fix this. Maybe I could? Could I talk to Aro? No. Edward had made it abundantly clear that although he was in control of the Volturi he couldn't sway them on this matter. How about Demetri? I almost laughed out loud as soon as that thought popped into my head. As if he would be open to reasoning with me.

My throats were interrupted by a knock on the door.

"Come in," I said, surprised at how raw my voice sounded.

The door opened and in bustled in was Camilla with about four vampires following who were wearing the Volturi worker uniform. I almost felt happy to see her. Almost.

"Isabella, we have bought your effects that you will need for the event tonight," Camilla sang in her thick Italian accent, whilst her helpers laid out boxes on the dressing table and a large box with a bow on it on my bed. All of a sudden the lump in my throat got bigger and I felt tears prick at my eyes. I couldn't even respond, and Camilla suddenly stopped bustling about the other vampires and stared at me concerned.

"Mia caro, what is the matter?"

Again, my brain and mouth couldn't connect, yet the tears washed down my face. Immediately Camilla turned to the other vampires.

"Ci lasciano…NOW!"

I think she was ordering them to leave. After they had done so she sad next to me on the bed and took my hands.

"Is everything not okay with you and Edward?" She asked. And that's when I looked up at her and really understood looking at the concern in her eyes. She had a motherly air about her. She wanted to be a mother to me. Camilla Volturi cared. I shrugged, still mute. I guessed she wasn't in the loop.

"He is angry at me," I whispered finally.

"Psst, men are always angry," she waved off, "Explain to me what is wrong?"

My face muscles hurt, and I realised that she had actually managed the minutest of smiles from me. I took a deep breath.

"Edward is angry at me because when your people came to bring me here, I defied Edward's wishes and offered to come without a fight. I did it in order to protect his family. Jane could hurt them."

"Bella, bella, bella. He obviously realised what you did you did for the good of his family. He's angry with himself for letting you in this situation. He will move past it eventually."

I knew she was right. And to God I wished that was the only problem. Not just the beginning.

"There's more…" I continued.

"Si?"

"Demetri," I whispered, looking at the floor. That name alone sent spikes of fear up my spine.

"About him testing his power on you? Trust me you will be fine. If it works then it works and he can undo it. And if it doesn't work then you truly are as valuable as my husband describes you to be."

"I'm not Aro's asset, Camilla," I snapped, glaring into her red eyes with fury. I was sick of everyone treating me like some sacred talisman. Camilla didn't even flinch and I immediately regretted my harsh words. She was the only one around here showing me some sympathy.

"Sorry," I muttered, abashed, "But you're wrong."

Camilla once again waved it off.

"Edward told me that Demetri…he…" I struggled to get the words out.

"Si?" Camilla encouraged.

"He wants me." I said in disgust.

Camilla went rigid then.

"Excuse me?"

"Edward read Aro's mind. Demetri wants me. I don't know why..."

Camilla was still frozen a picture of horror.

"Aro kept this from me," she whispered. Her tone was frightening.

"Camilla what's wrong?"

Camilla pressed her fingers against her temple.

"Let's just say when Demetri falls for someone, there's no stopping him." My blood ran cold. Here the usually optimistic Camilla was staring at me in absolute disbelief.

"What do you mean?"

Camilla shook her head.

"Excuse me Isabella. I must go and tend to my husband. I hope to see you later at tonight's ball." She was suddenly a mask of cold composure and within a second she was gone, leaving me panicked and on the verge of a breakdown.

"Edward?" I whispered, "Where are you?"

In a flash Edward was in the room kneeling in front of the bed, my hands in his, staring at me in concern. Well that was a change from his previous angry demeanor.

"Sweetheart," he breathed, his black eyes smoldering into mine.

"I'm scared." His grip on my hands tightened reassuringly at my words.

The tears started cascading down my face.

"Camilla," I hiccupped, "She-she-said…"

"I heard it all," he replied grimly, his jaw tightening.

"What- what did-she-she mean?

"Demetri seems to have a bit of a past Bella," Edward hissed. I knew he must have read it from Camilla's mind. He wasn't going to tell me. I knew that much. For that I was grateful, ignorance is perfect bliss sometimes.

"The ball is tonight, and it's the early hours of the morning Bella, would you like to sleep?"

I nodded, disorientated. I didn't realize it was still nighttime.

Edward stood up and lifted me up, whilst turning down the covers on my bed, removing the offensive giant box with a bow, which I assumed was an outfit of some sort.

He gently placed me in the center.

"Can I get changed into some pajamas," I whispered, staring up at him.

"Of course sweetheart."

Edward walked over to the cupboard and took out some silky shorts and an oversized t-shirt. The Volturi had accommodated me quite nicely in sexy nightwear. The shorts that Edward had pulled out were the most innocent.

He handed me them and dutifully turned around whilst I changed.

"Change me?" I asked. It was brave. I was surprised when I heard the words leave my mouth.

Edward turned to me and cocked his eyebrow.

"Bella," he warned, folding his arms. I pouted. I didn't want to be miserable. I wanted to enjoy Edward while I had the chance.

"Please," I said, pouting like a child.

Edward sighed and climbed onto the bed, hovering over me.

"Arms up," he commanded. I smiled in victory and obliged.

He slowly slid my top up so my stomach was exposed. I heard a soft growl and smirked. He continued to lift till my bra-covered breasts were exposed to him. I heard a rip and the top was discarded. I gasped.

"Edward! What did you do that for?" He shut me up by pressing his lips to mine, sinking himself down to me and molding his body to mine. His hands slid down around my trousers and grabbed my behind. I moaned loudly. I could feel the moisture pooling between my legs. His lips attacked mine more viciously this time, but never hurting me. I delighted in this lack of control, wrapping my legs around Edward, pulling him closer to me. His lips ghosted down my neck and down between the valley of my breasts. Fuck, it felt amazing. It felt like ages since Edward and I had done anything intimate like this.

Edward reached behind me and unclipped my bra, chucking it away. I felt myself blush as an automatic reaction. My eyes met Edward's dark lust-filled eyes. I breathed heavily in anticipation. His gaze broke from mine and went southwards. I ceased my pants, looking at Edward.

He was transfixed. Then very slowly he bent his head and engulfed my left breast in his mouth. It was exquisite. My hands tangled in his hair whilst my hips bucked into him.

"Edward," I whimpered, as he removed his lips and attended to my other breast. I honestly thought I was going to come undone right there. I was staring at Edward, who in turn was gazing at me intensely as his cool tongue circled my nipple. I had never felt so vulnerable.

I closed my eyes as one of his hands deftly pulled down my trousers to reveal my underwear. I heard a growl from Edward and all movements stopped. I opened my eyes, pouting from the loss of pleasure. He had kneeled back onto the bed, his jaw locked and his fists clenched. He seemed to be inhaling forcefully.

I got up and took his hand.

"Are you okay?" I whispered. I had a feeling that it was too much for him to handle at the moment in his current state of hunger and anger.

"Just give me a minute," he said, barely moving his full pink lips. Moments passed and all that could be heard was the slowing of my rapid breaths. Then without warning he pulled the covers over us and disappeared under them.

"Oh," I gasped. I felt him spread my legs beneath the covers and move my underwear aside and let his cool breath over my wet aching core. My head flew back onto the pillows and I fisted the sheets. I waited for what seemed like a lifetime, and then suddenly I felt his cool wet tongue make contact with my clit.

"Oh fuck," I cried out, biting my lip to stop the loud screams leaving my mouth. His expert tongue worked me over until I was a quivering mess, on the edge of losing it. The experience was made all the more erotic by the fact I couldn't even see him under the covers. I felt two fingers enter me and that's when I lost it. I screamed out Edward's name so loud as I clenched around him, stars flashing before my eyes. Fuck. He was amazing. Just fuck.

I just lay there weak, unable to move, vaguely aware of Edward pulling my shorts on and threading my head and arms through the t-shirt. With all my strength I wrapped my arms and legs around Edward. He chuckled softly.

"You're my little monkey," he whispered, his lips against my forehead.

"Hmm," I hummed, sleepy and content.

"Thank you Edward," I mumbled.

"S'nothing sweetheart," he replied. I opened my eyes to meet his and smiled cheekily.

"You're dirty, I didn't even ask for that."

Edward grinned his famous grin.

"I can never leave my girl uncomfortable."

"Yet you leave yourself uncomfortable," I chided.

Edward shrugged.

"I feel just as satisfied fulfilling your needs."

"I was loud, I'm sorry," I blushed, pressing my face into Edward's chest, only just now remembering that vampires had supersonic hearing.

"I don't mind. It reminds everyone that you're mine," Edward said quietly. I knew he meant Demetri.

"Edward, can you sleep with me?" I whispered.

"Sure angel."

Edward untangled me from him and removed his shirt, revealing his perfect chiseled chest. He then pulled me towards him and covered me with the duvet.

His hand slipped under my t-shirt and splayed on my stomach, where I felt a tingly warmth spread through me. Edward made me feel so safe.

"I love you Edward."

I fell into a deep slumber before I heard his reply.

APOV

"ARO VOLTURI WHAT IS THE MATTER WITH YOU?"

I chuckled to myself as I heard my darling Camilla storm into our bedchambers, cursing me to the high heavens. I looked up from my armchair by the fire at my very angry wife, standing there her arms crossed across her marvelous bosom, and a fire in her eyes. I knew well enough that if something had upset her then I better do something about it fast. I pulled her down in my lap swiftly and took her hands. Our affection was never seen by anyone, but these were truly the times I was happiest.

"Cami, tell me, what is wrong?" I said, tucking a stray strand of hair behind her ears.

"You're giving Isabella to Demetri," she hissed.

I tensed. I didn't know how to go about this with Camilla. I didn't want this to happen either.

"Its part of our analysis of the human's potential, you know that."

Camilla's eyes flashed and she flew off my lap. I followed her and grabbed her hand, pulling her to me.

"What is the matter with you?" I muttered, holding her hip firmly.

"You know what," she spat, "I am no fool Aro. You know that Demetri has taken a…how shall I put it…fancy to Isabella. "

I was defeated. I was hoping to shield her from this.

"And? It will not work, you have seen how the girl has resisted everyone else's power."

"Yes but she is not immune. Her and Edward's mate status was identified. You and I both know what happens when Demetri get obsessed with someone. It never ends well Do you truly believe that even if it didn't work, that Demetri will leave her alone?"

"I do." Even as I said it I knew it was a lie.

Camilla leaned into my ear.

"Oh. And that's why you brought Edward here under some false pretence."

My lady was too smart from her own good sometimes.

I sighed and released my wife from my clutches.

"There is nothing we can do Cami. Please don't make this harder for me than it already is."

I turned away and started at the crackling fire below the mantelpiece.

"God help me Aro. You better do something."

I remained silent. God had left us a long time ago.

16 hours later.

BPOV

A knock startled me out of my thoughts.

"Sweetheart can I come in please?"

"Yes."

Edward was inside and his jaw dropped open.

"You look…wow…"

I turned away from him. I wasn't in the mood for this, no matter how I looked. I was also not very appreciative of the Volturi maidens who woke me and Edward up, ushered him out of the room and proceeded to primp me until I could be primped no more. Edward, apparently, had not moved from outside of the door since. Probably guarding from any unwanted visitors.

I had to grudgingly admit. The dress was to die for. I was wearing a long crimson dress that was perfectly fitted up the waist, with narrow delicate straps over my shoulder. It then dropped over my down the floor, accentuating my curves perfectly, As if that wasn't enough there was a slit from the bottom of the dress up to my thigh, revealing one leg and extremely high black suede court heels.

"You're going to have to support me all evening," I muttered grimly, catching Edward staring at the exposed skin of my leg.

"I'm not complaining," he murmured still transfixed. Then suddenly, he snapped out of it and growled, his face turning hard. I jumped, startled.

"They're suiting you up as if you're a present for someone else. You're mine," he hissed, marching towards me, grabbing my waist and pressing his lips to mine. It caught me completely off guard but I let him attack me with those full pink links of his. Finally he pulled away to let me catch my breath. I gazed up into his eyes and smiled.

"My maidens are going to be angry that you ruined my make up."

Edward chuckled darkly.

"Lets anger them some more shall we?"

And with that he pushed me up against the wall breathed in my scent against my neck.

"You do look very nice Isabella, do you know that?"

I shook my head.

"I don't care."

"Oh but you should. You look stunning," he whispered against the shell of my ear, licking it slowly, causing a shiver down my back.

His hands trailed up my arm to my waved-to-perfection tresses that were cascading down my shoulders. He twirled a strand of hair around his fingers and kissed it.

"I love every hair on your perfect head."

All of a sudden I felt so much love for this man. I gazed up at him and kissed his cheek, and in return he rubbed his nose against mine.

"I love you," I whispered, giggling at the sensation.

Then suddenly out of nowhere, I heard the loudest roar of anger. It seemed to be coming from outside my room, quite a distance away. Fuck. I looked up at Edward, the contours of his face hard and his eyes closed.

"Demetri."

"He heard?"

Edward nodded, opening his eyes, reveling so much anger I momentarily recoiled.

"For fuck sake, why does he care so much," I muttered, "He's acting like some obsessed psychopath."

Edward growled.

"He's not acting. He is."

I gasped. I knew there was something Edward wasn't telling me about Demetri.

"Edward-"

"I'm not going to tell you Bella, so don't ask," he snapped.

I nodded, dropping my eyes.

"I need to get changed before this stupid thing starts," Edward sighed, running his fingers through his bronze locks. He then took out his phone and began texting.

"Oh, okay, do you want me to wait here or-" Edward's look quelled me into silence.

"As if I'm leaving your side. Someone will bring it here."

"God, if they only had pizza delivery, then maybe this place would feel like heaven," I retorted sarcastically.

Edward ignored my snarky comment. I sighed and gazed out into the black night through my window. This night was going to be hell on freakin' earth.

Okay I know its not much its just a filler chapter. Hopefully the next chapter will have loads of action. Thank you to all of you that remained loyal! Till next time xoxo