A/N Wow, I've wrote three chapters in one day, although I will stagger their uploads to avoid me getting behind. Anyway, I hope you enjoy this chapter.

Chapter Three

It took around two hours before they got to Volterra, and once they got there Holly fell in love, the cobbled streets, brown buildings, and bright sun. It was like nothing she had seen before, she thought California was something special but now she couldn't imagine going back.

They stopped outside a terraced house, with a bright red door and sandstone bricks. Heidi helped her unload her belongings and instructed Santiago to wait as she led Holly inside. The door opened, and Holly saw that the house was split into apartments and what looked like a large shared courtyard. Heidi grabbed her heavy suitcase, taking it up the iron railing stairs with surprising ease, until they got to door five.

Heidi got a key out of nowhere, and unlocked the door leading Holly through to a spacious, delicate apartment with a full kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. The colour scheme was pastels and cream, creating a comfortable airy interior.

"I hope the rooms are to your liking. Somebody will pick you up at eleven am to take you to your interview, in the mean time; I would recommend you think about what you want out of life very carefully."

"What?" Holly asked in shock.

"This type of work, Holly, it's for life."

Heidi left a stunned Holly to her own devices. It was more than Holly had expected, it certainly seemed like they were setting her up for life. She had expected a hotel room not a home, and suddenly, everything seemed like a surreal other world. She didn't know whether to laugh with joy or cry with confusion. As a twenty two year old strong independent woman she told herself to stand up and be brave.

She didn't unpack, but instead, chose out a neat outfit for the interview tomorrow. She didn't know if she'd be staying yet so resisted the urge to fill the large cream carpeted closet. Holly then entered the bathroom; she stared dreamily at the white claw footed bath but decided she wasn't going near it till she'd bleached it. Instead, she had a quick shower, pulled on a pink silk cami and short set, and sat on the balcony with a cup of black coffee. The kitchen only had basic condiments that wouldn't lose shelf life quickly.

Her apartment was at the back of the building, so she had the luxury of looking over rolling hills as she watched the sunset go down. It was peaceful, even the faint chatter she could hear did nothing to diminish the sense of ease she felt. This feeling alone could hold her here forever.

The office of Aro Volturi was dark, lit by ill placed lamps, for a vampire could see no matter what light. Across from him sat Heidi and Chelsea, two of his most highly regarded guards.

"How did you find Miss Swan?" he asked Heidi.

There was a smile, "She seemed fine. Didn't ask any irritating questions, did as I asked, seemed curious but...not too curious. I think she'll make quite a good secretary. Quite pretty as well, I was surprised considering the state of her sister."

Aro didn't reveal any emotions but inside he smirked, Holly really did put Isabella to shame, it was no wonder they didn't get along. Whilst the young Cullen to be was harsh, angular and frowning, her older sister was soft, plump and smiled. That kind of thing would take her far in the Volturi, nothing made a miserable guard members day like a nice smiling human.

"And Chelsea, you're aware of your task tomorrow during the interview?"

"Of course, Master Aro, Miss Swan's loyalty to the Volturi will be unbreakable."

"Good, I don't trust the Cullen's and if this works out, we won't have to."

Holly was woken up by her phone buzzing, it seemed to happen to her a lot, and she stretched out from her uncomfortable position on the metal balcony chair and saw a message from her father asking her about whether or not she got the letter. She answered him and then locked up the balcony. She had an interview tomorrow; a good night's sleep would do her good.

For once, Holly did not sleep well. She was plagued by a dream, and whilst it was a recurring dream, it had taken a darker turn. In her normal dream it was just her and a man, it was blurry, she could never really make him out. They did normal mundane things and that was it. However, this time she felt panic and urgency deep in her chest, the man had gone, he had disappeared and Holly was alone and frightened, she didn't know what of, all she knew was the fear.

When she awoke the sun was just rising and Holly was a mess, she was terrified and felt like she couldn't even function let alone go to an interview. Still, after a shower and a coffee she began to feel more like herself. She dressed minimally, but too impress with light makeup and her hair pulled back in a ponytail. She wore one of her navy dresses that she reserved for the summer months at work; it was buttoned and belted at the front with elbow length sleeves. Then she pulled on a pair of heeled pumps to match, it was something she would have worn in New York and Heidi had seemed even more dressed than her.

At eleven exactly as Heidi had said, a car pulled up outside like the one from the day before. In fact, to Holly's surprise it was the same driver that came out and held open one of the back doors for her. Heidi had called him Santi which she presumed was short for Santiago.

"Thank you," Holly said politely as she climbed into the back seat. She noticed he had red eyes, she hadn't noticed such a thing yesterday.

The drive to what she hoped would be her future workplace was short, she could probably have walked it in ten minutes and she would have liked to in the breeze and sunshine. Still, Holly supposed she wouldn't have known the way to go.

Once again, Santiago let her out of the car and he spoke for the first time, "Follow me."

Holly did as she was told, following him into the impressive castle building, it was a little odd she began to realise as she walked down the maze of hallways. Some parts were furnished, carpeted, with brilliant art on the walls. Other parts were stone, cold and dark. She began to realise they were getting deeper into the castle as Santiago led her to a lift playing typical lift music.

Down the floors they went until eventually they stopped, it was cold down here and Holly guessed they were underground. Santiago led her to a set of double doors and then stopped.

"Through these doors are the masters and you will refer to them as such. Do exactly as they say and your time with us shall be pleasant."

Holly nodded, "I see."

He opened what looked to be very heavy doors with ease, and led her through into a marvellous cavernous marble room. In the roof was a stained glass dome casting shadows of colour onto the floor, the room had enormous pillars and on a dais was three large thrones.

Seated on each throne was a man, they had three things in common, red eyes and pale skin and an intimidating aura. However each was different, the man in the middle had shoulder length black hair, the man on his right had shorter white hair, and the man to his left had dark wavy hair. Again, all were attractive and looked to be around thirty.

"Ah lovely, what a pleasure Miss Swan," the black haired man said, "I am Aro, my brothers Caius and Marcus are behind me. I am honoured that you have journeyed all the way from New York to work for us."

Holly smiled, "Yes, it is funny where life takes you." Although she was half terrified, Holly tried to calm herself and her racing heartbeat.

Aro came closer, and held out his hand for her to take, unsure what to do Holly put her hand in his and he immediately held on tight. A few seconds later he let go and her arm fell to her side. He stared at her, eyes wide with curiosity and wonder. It startled Holly; she didn't mind attention but being outwardly stared at was something else.

She spoke quietly, "Have I offended you, Sir?"

The white haired man, Caius, snorted as if she'd said something funny.

Aro answered her, "No, of course not, my dear child. You merely surprised me."

"I don't recall doing anything," Holly said, a little more defensively than she would have liked.

"I don't..." Caius started to speak loudly and Holly jumped at the sudden noise. Faster than her eyes could see Aro was whispering something in his ear and Caius' eyes widened.

The quiet man, Marcus, held his hand out as he spoke, "Brother, there is more."

Aro held this man's hand and then all eyes were on her, her heart began to beat faster, thrumming in her ears. Something wasn't right and in that second Holly longed for her dull life in New York. She wanted her boring job, boring house and boring stalker neighbour.

Holly spoke up, "If it is okay, I wish to leave." She had already begun taking steps back towards the door.

Then the man Aro was next to her once again, he put a hand on her shoulder and some of her panic dissipated, like somebody had calmed her. "My dear Holly, you cannot leave. Welcome to Volterra Castle, your new home."

A/N I know I said Holly would meet the guard in this chapter, but I might leave that till later. Anyway, thanks for reading. Favourite and follow for chapter four.