An Unresolved Past
This story starts off five years after its prelude: 'Life is never what you expect it to be'. Bella is now Caius's mate and they are both very happily bonded. WARNING: This is an adult version of twilight and will have sexual submission and violence (after all; the story revolves around vampires). This is not for the faint of heart; it is very dark and has sexual content. 18+
Disclaimer: Stephenie Meyer is the creator of these intriguing characters but has nothing to do with this story.
Chapter 49 – People that are meant to be together always find each other in the end *
When Alec no longer found Messalina in Sulpicia's former room he asked the first guard he found were she was. Armed with the information he swiftly arrived at the throne room but the guards refused to allow him to enter saying that Marcus wished to have a private session with Messalina and Edward.
As if their words had forced an outcome; Edward emerged from the room.
Once the doors opened, Alec slipped in but was swiftly denied entrance until Edward came to his aid by saying to the guards "I don't believe Marcus has a problem with it"
Alec then passed the two and once he eyes fell on Messalina he ran to embrace her saying "My god, when I went back and didn't find you, I was afraid that Caius had not kept his word".
After a moment's hesitation she released herself from his embrace and looked at him saying "May I speak to you alone? I must tell you something very important"
Then looking at Marcus she added "That is; with your permission".
"I know enough for now but will probably ask for your company in the future" he replied and then with a nod of his head dismissed them both.
Alec was tense not knowing what was going on but decided not to ask instead a smile graced his lips as he said "Of course; let us go to our apartments" and having said that he bowed to Marcus and took her hand.
When they arrived Messalina gradually released his hand.
Alec was captivated by her beauty and without uttering a word he tenderly caressed her cheek with the palm of his hand. The moment was intoxicating and Alec bent to softly brush her lips with his. A moment later his kisses became more demanding until Messalina's calves bumped up against their bed causing them to tumble backwards laughing.
After a moment Alec's face became solemn and he brushed a curl behind her ear informing her "I was so afraid I misread all the signs and that any affection you had for me was only in my imagination".
Now that the moment was there Messalina's had difficulty telling him the truth. Looking miserable she asked "Do you remember the first time we met in the Grecian Villa?"
Seeing her expression Alec was afraid of what she was about to say so with a large amount of hesitance he answered "Yes, well actually no. It's strange; I can't remember everything of that day".
Then shaking his head he suspiciously asked "What is this about? Was I right; don't you want me?"
She shook her head as she explained "This has nothing to do with my affection for you; I think I fell in love with you almost the same day we met".
He was so relieved he was about to kiss her once more but she held her hands up saying "No! I have to tell you this before I chicken out".
Her words confused him but before he could ask what she meant Messalina continued to explain "You see that day you had been sent to me by Aro; her ordered me to use my gift on you. You see he sent you on a trip and he did not want you to remember".
This baffled him and shaking his head in confusion he put his hands up and asked "What kind of trip?"
Not knowing how to tactfully answer the question she blurted out "You were the South American that kidnapped Isabella. It was your job to make her fear the outside world so that she would not want to wander far from the coven". After having said that, she let out a sigh and watched her mate as he reflected on her words.
Alec was speechless and his expression blank as he gradually sat up. It took a moment or two before he finally replied "But I don't know anything about it".
She had always hated lying to him but now she was resolved to tell him everything. If they were ever to have a good relationship it had to be based on truth; with this in mind she explained "Aro never allowed me to tell you my true gift but it is memory loss. Remember all the dreams you had? Well they weren't dreams; they were memories of the time you had kidnapped Isabella. They kept popping up; that is why I had to leave. I was afraid of Aro's reaction to the news".
"Is that why he imprisoned you?" he softly inquired.
"No, when I decided to leave I hoped to relieve some of the misery I had caused by taking Isabella with me. It was when I tried to take her with me that I was caught by Dragus and Aro". She then shrugged her shoulders saying "At that moment they decided I needed a reminder of where my loyalties lay".
After a moment Alec faced Messalina asking "Does Marcus know?"
She nodded her head and brushed his cheek with the palm of her hand as she spoke "Yes and Edward Cullen but not Caius; momentarily Marcus finds it unnecessary to inform him"
Alec began to mumble to himself "I can't believe it; the last few years I had always wondered how the 'South American' had gotten away with it. Now I find out that it was me all along". Then looking up at Messalina he continued "Isabella and Caius will hate me once they find out. He will have me killed and even if not; I know my friendship with her will perish once she finds out." Then he moaned "I almost destroyed her!"
Messalina wrapped her arms around him saying "She and Caius may never find out. I believe that both Edward Cullen and Marcus realize your powers necessary for the survival of this coven. Think of it; losing Aro is terrible but without you or your sister you enemies will challenge the coven for domination. However I understand from Marcus that he will observe your movements and thoughts for quite a while to make sure your loyalty is sincere".
After a moment of deafening silence Alec pulled away from her embrace and began to speak "I was always curious why I was attracted to her."
Then he continued his eyes seeing something she could not fathom "I didn't feel anything when I first saw her but months later I began to feel I wanted, no needed to be near her; as if we were more than sparring partners. I felt something for her and yet my only knowledge of her was from our training so I didn't see the reason for my attraction; now I understand".
Shaking his head he continued "We were always loyal to Aro and proud to serve him in any way. I know my views of things then were quite different than the views I have now; I was ruthless and felt indestructible".
She placed both palms against his cheeks as she tried to pull him out of this self-reflection explaining "Vampires are known for our ruthless; I have seen your memories and at that time the seeds of your infatuation had already begun to take root. He not only gave her to you but also the means to keep her under your thumb. He knew that having her in your possession would further trigger your feelings and actions. He encouraged that, hoping one day to bind you two and make you even more compliant. Once you were king he would remind you of his help and that would give him more influence over your decisions; all in all an important asset to his own power".
Messalina saw the skepticism is his eyes as Alec replied. "I can't believe it! If that was his plan; what changed his mind?"
Messalina gave him a sad smile saying "You know that he always loved beautiful possessions. When he saw your images of Isabella during the period of her captivity he was spellbound. Having lost all affection for Sulpicia his lust for Isabella grew and he became engrossed by procuring her for himself. Shortly after I arrived he realized that he could use me to achieve that goal".
The demolition of the wall was well on its way when Edward arrived. Stopping the workers he called Alexia to come to him and carefully lifted her over the remnants of the wall.
He then hugged her tightly and lifting her in the air he twirled her around as she gave a yelp of surprise and began to giggle.
The security his arms gave made her feel giddy; but once he laid her feet on the ground she automatically became serious. Holding his face between her hands, her anxious eyes studied his face as she nervously mumbled "How are you? It was so frustrating being so powerless while that witch dove into your mind. Even when Aro took me away I could hear your screams; it was horrible".
In an attempt to soothe he placed his index finger on her lips as he uttered "Shush my love; It's all over"
It took a while but her anxiety gradually subsided and she repeated "Is it really all over?"
Edward gave her his trademark smirk as he said "Yes my beautiful Alexia, after more than five long years we can finally put all of this behind us".
She sighed, her fears finally put to rest as she leaned against the one person she knew was worthy of both her trust and love "I am so happy, now we can finally look forward to our future".
Edward was afraid that although the fight was over; the consequences of this revolt would have bitter consequences for both their futures. Refusing to spoil this moment, he wrapped his arms around her and bent down to kiss her with abandon.
* Sandra Kantor
