A month later...
Katerina woke up the next morning. She laid on the bed she didn't have the energy to get up. When she thought about the previous days events she started to cry again. It hurt so much that Marcus would dismiss her so easily. She then felt a hand on her shoulder. She knew it was Caius. She grabbed his hand and held it as she cried more. She couldn't take the pain in her chest. It hurt so much all she wanted to do was to curl up in a ball and disappear. She rolled over and curled into Caius chest. Caius rubbed her back softly. I don't want to see him today. She said okay you don't have to I will tell him your not feeling well. Caius replied will you be okay alone while I get some breakfast for you? He asked she nodded her head okay I will be back as soon as I can. He replied as he kissed her forehead. He left to get her breakfast. He stopped by Marcus study. He knocked before he went in. It's open. Marcus replied from inside. Caius walked in he saw Cleo in a chair looking at her nails. What do you need brother. Marcus asked I just came by to tell you that Katerina will not be joining you for lessons for a while. I will continue her teaching while you are occupied by guests. He said with an edge to his voice. Marcus glared back at him Cleo can you excuse me and Caius for a few minutes we need to discuss some private matters. Marcus said. Sure Marc she replied she kissed his cheek then left. Caius waited till they couldn't hear Cleopatra's steps couldn't be heard. I can't believe you Marcus how can you have that tramps claws all over you while your mate is just two doors down! You want to know what I did all last night I was comforting our heartbroken mate while you were busy entertaining your guest! Caius yelled at him Don't yell at me for this I didn't have a choice. She hasn't left my side since she arrived! I have been trying to get away from her! But since we were intimate the last time she was here 100 years ago she has this delusion that I want to be with her! I have tried to tell her that I am not interested in a further romantic relationship with her. But she is determined to change my mind! Marcus yelled back. Then why didn't y tell her you already have a mate. Caius asked Because you know Cleo she hears that she has competition she will kill that person. I can't put Katerina in that kind of danger. She still human. Plus I haven't even taught her about the mating bonds. Marcus said as he sighed to himself. I was going to tell her today but then SHE came. Marcus replied. Well I guess I will tell her for you. She has been depressed since the ball. Do you know why? Caius asked. No I don't I was wondering why she was so distracted lately. Marcus replied she's upset because you weren't clear with her when you told her that some had fill the hole in your undead heart and that the someone was her. Now she sees you with Cleo she thinks that it's her. Your breaking her heart. Caius replied Marcus looked up at him in shock. I didn't know or think that she was able to feel the mating pull already. Marcus replied well she can and you better fix this before something bad does happen. Caius replied as he walked out the door. Marcus sighed to himself his heart hurt at the new that Katerina was suffering because of his carelessness. The door opened Marcus looked up to meet the sight of Cleo in one of her most revealing dresses. Mark can you help me with my zipper I can't reach it. She turned around to reveal her backside. He gritted his teeth fine he got up and helped zip the dress up she turned around thank you mark. She kissed him on the lips. He pushed her away Cleo what the he'll is your issue did you not listen to me when I told you that I'm not interested. He said but mark you know you want me. I can see it in your eyes. She replied seductively as she moved closer to him. No I don't want you. He replied fine then just one kiss before you make your decision. She kissed him one more time he tried to pull away but she wrapped her arms around his neck. The door opened Marcus heard someone gasped all Marcus saw was the billowing head of black hair. Then they were gone. Shit, no Kat! Get off me you tramp he pushed her forcibly off of him. What the hell Marcus. What's your issue! Cleo yelled your my issue. Now because of you my mate thinks I'm with you and not her. He yelled back what your mate you never told me you had a mate. Who the hell is she. It's Katerina Aro's daughter. He started to leave you better not be here when I come back. With that he slammed the door and left to find Katerina.
When Caius came back with her breakfast. She ate very little then went and laid back down in his bed. Katerina I got your lesson from Marcus so you can keep up with your lessons. Caius said softly to her she turned around and faced him. What's my lesson today. Well today you are going to learn about vampire mates. He explained to her all the ins and outs of vampire mating. So your saying that every vampire has a soul mate but sometimes and rarely they can have two. And that they can never ever hurt their mate. Does that mean I will have one. She asked well I was going to discuss that with you. You are one of the rare ones. You have two mates. He said really who are they do you know. She asked yes I do and so do you. He replied really please tell me. She asked well it's me and Marcus. He replied what really your my mate she smiled yes I am he replied that explains why I felt so connected to you since I first spoke to you at the masquerade party. But if Marcus is also my mate why is he with the other woman. She asked sadly well Marcus met her before he met you. They have a complicated history. He never meant to hurt you in this way. He is trying to get her away from him but she won't listen to him he does love you more than anything. Caius explained I see s when he said that someone had filled the hole in his heart was he talking about me she asked yes he was. She nodded I'm going to go for a walk I need to process all this information. She said as she slipped on her jacket I will be back I awhile. She said ok I will be here waiting. He replied. Katerina made her way to Marcus study when she reached the door she debated if she should go in. She finally decided to go in she opened the door she gasped at the sight of Cleo and Marcus in what looked like a passionate embrace and kiss. She covered her mouth and turn quickly and ran. She could hear Marcus yell after her she kept running until she found herself in Aro's study. Aro ad Sculpicia stood up quickly at the sudden appearance of their daughter crying. Sweetie what happened why are you crying sculpicia asked worried. I walked in on Marcus kissing that woman Cleo . She said what are you sure my dear. Aro asked he looked livid. I'm going to kill him Aro said wait husband you know that Cleo probably forced herself on him. He would never intentionally cause harm to the mate bond. Sulpicia said I think I know what to do. She said Katerina at me Marcus loves you I know he does ever since he held you in his arms that first day. He has been waiting for you his whole life. I know he would throw all of it away on that tramp of a woman. She has been trying to be with him since they met. Every time he refuses her. Sculpicia said so what do I do Katerina replied your going to claim what's yours and send. That vile woman packing. She said come she led her back to her room. The next hour sculpicia dressed her up and did her make up. When she finished she smiled. Now he can't resist you. She gave her instructions on what to do. Now Katerina was standing in front of Marcus study one last time. She took a deep breath then exhaled. She reached and opened the door.
Once inside she didn't see Marcus but she did see Cleo sitting in his chair like she belonged there. Katerina got pissed. She walked over to her. Oh look if it isn't the mortal princess. What you want pathetic thing. You know things were going great for me and Marcus until you came into the picture. She snapped at Katerina. No they weren't he never wanted you and he doesn't want you. So I came here to ask you to leave and never come back. She said or what you'll try to hurt me. I'd let to see you try. I could snap your neck like that if I wanted to Cleo replied. Oh I won't d anything but I will have you executed for breaking thee law. Katerina replied Cleo got up and slammed her against the wall and held her by her the neck squeezing tightly. Katerina was gasping for air. She couldn't breathe. Don't yo dare threaten me you pathetic human. I will end you. Marcus is all mine and no one else's especially not yours. Katerina began to turn blue. That's it breathe your last Cleo said katerina started to see black spots then her eyes began to close. She tried to fight it she had to live for caius and Marcus. Suddenly the pressure was gone she collapse to the ground the last thing she heard was the ear piercing scream of Cleo and Marcus voice calling her name over and over then everything went black...
Marcus tried to run after katerina but lost her scent half way through. He sighed to himself he didn't want to go back to his study. Most likely Cleo was still there. She could never take a hint. He went to the gardens he stayed there for the rest of the day. As the sun set he was watering the flowers at didymes grave when suddenly a searing fear shot through his chest from his bond with katerina. He ran back into the castle. He ran into sculpicia. Where is katerina. He asked frantically I thought she was with you I sent her to your study. She replied no Cleo is there alone. I was in the garden. He ran do his study at full speed. He could feel the bond fading as he ran. He got to his study and threw the doors open. He attacked Cleo. He grabbed her and threw her across the room. He grabbed her by the head and ripped it off. He threw her into the fireplace. He then ran over to where Katerina had fallen to the ground. KATERINA, KAT, MY LOVE PLEASE DON'T LEAVE ME I'M SO yelled he listened for her heartbeat it was faint but still there. He called Caius. Caius walked in seconds later what happened to her. He frantically asked. She tried to kill her. Marcus cried it's all my fault he held her closer. Marcus she's still alive that's al that matters. I'll have Aro send for Carlisle. We just need to put her somewhere comfortable. He took Katerina from Marcus come brother. Marcus followed behind. Caius laid her down in Marcus bed.
A week later Katerina opened her eyes. She tried to speak but her throat hurt too much. It felt as if someone had clawed at it till raw. She turned her head and winced she saw a blonde haired man with topaz eyes. Where am I. Is this heaven. She asked hoarsely. The man chuckled no princess it's not this is Marcus room. Don't talk to much you suffered severe bruising. You will need to rest for the next week no talking. The door opened she turned and looked over Caius walked in how is she Carlisle. He asked you can ask her yourself. Caius walked over hey princess. How you feeling. He asked I'm doing okay. Where is Marcus he saved me she said he will be around later. He replied oh ok she replied get some rest princess I will be back later. He kissed her forehead then left. Katerina fell back to sleep.
A few days later...
Marcus walked into his room. He tried to be quiet. But hit the desk which made some books fall off the table. Katerina stirred a little then opened her eyes. She looked around until her eyes landed on Marcus picking up the books that fell. Marcus is that you she asked he stopped and looked back at her yes it's me princessa. He replied. He walked over to her he grabbed her hand I'm so sorry I should have been there for you. He said I know my love. Marcus I forgive you and I love you Caius explained Everything about the mating pull. She replied. I love you so much more. He replied he leaned down she looked up into his eyes they were almost black. He looked down to her lips he slowly leaned down and kissed her softly on the lips. She kissed him back he moved onto the bed next to her. He pulled her closer to him. She moved over until she was on top of him. He wrapped his arms around her waist. They continued until he pulled away. If we don't stop I will lose control. He whispered into her ear. It's fine I want you marcus. He nodded and continued. They continued until she was too exhausted to continue. She woke up the next morning in bliss.
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