Without another word I moved past the still vampire before me and headed inside, Where the unmistakable sound of people rushing around could just barely be heard. Nosy bastards heard every word, probably saw everything as well. I gave an un-needed sigh before stepping inside to the mass of vampires and question I knew awaited me now.

Times like this had me missing my sister fiercely, I still remembered her from my short time as a human. She was always so full of happiness and wonderful advice. But she was long since dead, and now I only had the memories and vague thoughts of what I think she might say when I needed to confide in her.

So that's just what I did. ' Do not listen to that silly man, he knows he needs you. If you are able to help dear one, then you must, it is our way.'

Once I stepped inside most of the eyes were on me, tough some at least tried to pretend to be doing something else. Though there were a few that didn't actually seem to care what was going on, and for those few I was grateful.

I felt Carlisle step inside the house after me, standing a bit close but I didn't mind. I was feeling bad about our disagreement, but I also wasn't about to recant my declaration to protect this family.

I took notice that ;Bella, Edward, Renesmee, and the wolf had all vanished. No doubt to get the little one off to bed seeing as the sun had already gone down and the world belonged to the night once more. Carlisle cleared his throat softly, but there was no doubt in my mind that everyone in the house heard.

"Everyone, this is a good friend of mine Roenna. She is a skilled warrior and has offered her assistance to my family while she is here." His voice was calm and even as he spoke, but I could practically feel his apprehension rolling off of him in waves.

"A warrior? I was under the impression that we were gathered as witnesses Carlisle, not an army." A vampire, clearly Egyptian in his ways, spoke up and was obviously displeased with what he was hearing.

"Carlisle was not feeding you falsehoods when he told you he gathered you as witnesses, I have known this man for hundreds of years. He would not lie to you, he would not jeopardize your faith or trust in him like that. but, he is a man who would do anything for his family. He would go to the ends of the earth for them, I can see that in him and I know you all have as well." I looked around the room, seeing the confirmation I needed on the faces of every vampire that knew my words to be true.

"The Cullen's do not expect a battle, but you know as well as I that the Volturi are. We are not asking you to fight with us if it comes to it. I understand the need to protect your own, But I will not run from those cowards! I will fight if need be, though I do wish for a peaceful outcome, I am no fool. Now, I am offering battle instruction and training to those who wish to learn. The choice to fight is your, but no matter what you choose I will train you regardless. May the gods forbid you having to protect your own one day in the future."

With that I walked through the quiet group and through the large glass doors that led to the back of the house. That had not been the way I wanted to introduce myself to a horde of strange vampires at all. I had been on my own for so long now, maybe my people skill were getting a bit rusty.

But that would have to be a worry for another time, for now, I had vampires to train. A few had followed after me, Emmett and Rosalie being some of the firsts. Then a few blonde vampires after then, more and more trickled out of the house.

When I thought no more would be joining, I began. "Alright then, the first thing you'll need to know when fighting your opponent, a potentially strong opponent. Is to be quick, and be clever. If you can manage that, you'll survive just about anything." The group listened to my words, but I could see I had a few people that didn't think I was cut out for the position of teacher.

"Would anyone like to volunteer as an example?" almost immediately there were two to step forward. Emmett and a man that looked like a nomad with long brown hair. They looked at each other, then me. "alright then, both of you, come at me with everything you've got." Crouching into a defensive position, a smirk on my face. "I don't want anyone holding back, The Volturi certainly wont."

They both charged towards me with no clear plan of attack, they had a lot to learn if they though blindly running into battle was a smart Idea. I had my work cut out for me, with these two at least.

Ok so, I was thinking about having the next chapter in Carlisle's point of view, maybe have a flashback or two to show how they met and what Roenna can actually do before she left him. I'm not sure though, what do you guys think? I'd like some feedback if you don't mind. :)