Thank you all for all the lovely reviews! You've made me one happy wanna-be author lol, and so…I was going to post this later in the evening but since I got such great feedback here it is, the next chapter. Read, review, and enjoy!

I do not own any of Stephanie Meyer's work, solely the plot and some new characters in this story.

******************************Edward*****************************

I doubted I would ever be more thrilled to see Jacob and his pack than now. He walked in proudly, a passionate, dangerous gleam on his face, his pack close at his heels. I could hear the subtle thoughts of the rest of my family as well, but Jacob's stood out above anyone else's.

They're back in the lobby and hallway, taking care of any stragglers…funny though, there weren't as many as we thought there would be…

I grinned, slightly ashamed I couldn't convey just why there weren't as many Volturri members as usual…thanks Jeanine…

…Jake, I…Jake…Nessie's thoughts, chaotic and exultant, her heart fluttering madly.

They shared a quick glance, silent and knowing…but much too short. Without a second breath, Jacob broke the intense connection with Nessie and locked eyes with me.

Edward! Hurry up, grab Nessie, Oliver, and Bella! Leave this to us, we don't have much time!

I nodded, at the same moment that Jacob leapt forward and phased mid-air, his pack barging in behind him, a couple with torn limbs dangling lifelessly between their teeth. I made my way towards Nessie's frozen form, her eyes never leaving Jacob's now-fighting figure. I could tell from her thoughts and expressions how she wanted nothing more than to run into his waiting arms.

Unfortunately he was a bit preoccupied with massacring vampires at the moment.

I swiftly approached her, motioning Bella—Jeanine having mysteriously disappeared—to grab Oliver. Aro, seeing the odds stacked greatly against him, immediately ordered Jane and Alec to release his brothers. As soon as they came to however—

"YOU!" Marcus yelled in fury, latching himself onto Aro as they began a fight of their own. Aro barely managed to call out 'RENATA!' but to no avail; two wolves had attacked Renata before he managed to shield himself, much less Aro. The rest of the guards began scrambling, defending themselves as best as they could with the sudden intrusion. It was utter chaos, the wolves outnumbering the remaining guard members by almost double, but I didn't have time to dwell on that. As soon as I reached my still daughter—

"What are you—daddy no!" she began flailing in my arms, screaming at the top of her lungs. "JAKE NEEDS ME!" she cried, her tears flowing through my skin as we maneuvered our way towards the exit. Bella was nearby, carrying a stupefied Oliver in her arms. A piercing howl echoed throughout the room as one of the wolves was thrown against the opposite wall.

"JAKE!"

"Nessie! Stop yelling right—"

But she ignored me, fighting and pulling my hair as I struggled to keep her in my hold, a livid hurricane gone loose. And then suddenly—

Blood…lots of blood, fresh and sweet, Bella's human blood in all its glory—

Closing my eyes desperately and fleeing full force I grabbed her by the wrists and pulled her hands away from me. She looked at me guiltily but angrily, seeing how quickly I'd caught on.

"Don't fight me, Nessie," I told her, reaching the door and racing out, "Jacob needs you safe, and that's where I'm taking you—"

"But—"

"Renesmee!"

"Daddy I—"

"Give her to me," Bella suddenly commanded. I wordlessly switched her for Oliver; Nessie exclaimed ferociously, knowing there was no winning against her still somewhat newborn mother.

We raced towards the rest of our family, whose thoughts I could hear clearer.

I can't believe they get to have all the fun…Emmett…

Huh, that was quick. I wonder where the rest of the guard is, surely there should've been more…Jasper…

Hello Edward! I can't see too clearly but I know you're close!...Alice, of course…

I really hope they're all ok…Esme…

I need to get to the main room, the Volturri can't be completely killed…Carlisle…

Ugh, that's the last time Seth Clearwater is coming near me, I can't believe he licked me!...Rose, who else…

And then—

I'm so glad Jane is always prepared for anything, treacherous whore, still though, this escape is going to come in handy…

"NO!" I growled aloud, almost smacking right into Carlisle and Esme as they rounded the corner.

"Oh!" cried Esme, her arms immediately engulfing us as best as they could, but I quickly wiggled out. She looked at me through worried eyes, darker than her usual gold. I hastily handed Oliver over to Carlisle, still shaken up but very much awake.

"Let me go back, I can help—" Oliver started to say, but I silenced him with a furious look.

"Don't," I told him sternly. Esme was weeping silently over Nessie, having dropped to her knees as she held onto her granddaughter, an unspoken truce of never letting anything happen to her baby as long she was around. Nessie, whose thoughts were mostly still focused on her beloved wolf, hugged her back and held back tears, miserable but defeated. I felt for my daughter, unable to know much less help in the outcome of her best friend, her true love…but she was my priority. I turned towards Carlisle.

"We'll be back," was all I said, and he quietly nodded, turning back towards the rest of the family to leave Nessie and Oliver. Esme followed, her arms wrapped protectively around her granddaughter. Bella looked at me curiously, worried.

"Edward, what—"

"Follow me, Bella, I'm not about to let that son of a bitch get away."

*******************Jacob*******************************

One glance was all I got before I gave the order…I'm so sorry Nessie…

Edward! Hurry up, grab Nessie, Oliver, and Bella! Leave this to us, we don't have much time!

He didn't hesitate, simply met my gaze for a split second before grabbing her and motioning Bella to do the same with Oliver. I leaped and phased in the same second, my heart splitting into two when her screams began slicing the air, a panicked and terrified call for me, for my safety against any odds. My beautiful Renesmee…even now there was no girl more amazing, more dazzling. She was so strong, stronger than I had ever imagined her capable, just like her mother. It sent my mind into disarray, wanting more than anything to put my arms around her and bring her into the only place I would ever feel completely at ease, into my chest...

And then I felt myself lift backwards into the air, a surprise attack; I mentally slapped myself.

You'll be with her soon, Jake. Right now you need to focus! Unable to stop the impact from behind I braced myself, hitting with a loud 'thud,' a howl escaping with the unexpected pain that shot up my leg.

Damn bloodsuckers! I bet these walls are made of steel for just this coincidence!—

"JAKE!"

Another jolt shot through me, down my spine, though this time it was nothing physically painful. Nessie was still screaming for me…I grit my teeth and forced myself to think straight.

Don't worry, Ness, I'll be with you soon.

And with that I charged, erasing any sweet and glorious memory of the beautiful girl I'd fight for, for the rest of my life if need be. The battle was already in full swing, my pack ruthless in their conquests. Leah was an invisible ghost, racing back and forth as she tore off limb by limb of an elder looking leech, Seth close by. Paul and Jared were already tearing recklessly into two female vampires. I didn't remember seeing them as I entered…someone must've called in reinforcements…not that it mattered. I could tell without even surveying the entire room that the odds were in our favor. Even our younger—meaning Colin and Brady—wolves seemed to be 'having fun' with our enemies. Limbs and decapitated heads lingered forgotten around the room and I registered vaguely another handful of bloodsuckers entering from a back door. My brothers were only thrilled, however. Of the vampires left, only about five seemed to be putting up a good fight. I immediately spotted one I'd be more than happy to rip apart.

You're mine little witch twin!

I raced forward and attacked, somewhere in the back of my mind grateful for Bella's shield…she must've shielded me when she saw me…no need to focus on the details, though…

"AAHH! YOU DISGUSTING BEAST!" Alec was hissing, dodging my attacks. I growled, furious that despite his inability to fight back worthily, the little bastard was quick.

To the side Sam suddenly fell heavily to the floor, quickly jumping up but with a limp. Finally managing to grab Alec I easily swung him against an opposite far wall and jumped to my brother's aid.

No, Jacob, I'm fine I—

Shut up Sam, that's an order.

He glared at me through his fur covered face but I ignored him, stalking carefully towards the vampire in front of him. This one was bigger than the others, stronger from the looks of it. He grinned.

"Hello there little puppy," he sneered, "come to save your little friend?"

I lunged forward, but he easily side-stepped me, chuckling mockingly as I retreated to find another opening. "What's that? Too fast for you? You disgusting creature," he sneered. I lunged again, managing to graze his leg this time but nothing effective enough.

"It's a shame, really," he continued tauntingly, "to think one of your kind gets to sleep with the little Cullen slut—"

I felt an incredible surge of anger rise through my throat, emitting generously through unfurled lips and exposed loathing. Did he just call my Nessie a—

"Aww, did I strike a nerve? What, do you care for the little whore?"

I crouched low, my teeth bared menacingly, hair undoubtedly standing on end.

"Oh wait, I know!" his eyes widened with wicked eagerness. "YOU must be the real imprint, huh? You lucky bastard, tell me, how good of a lay is the bitch in—"

But I never let him finish that sentence. With a lightning speed jump I striked, looking triumphantly into his wide, surprised eyes before tearing his head straight off his body. In less than five seconds I had his remains in tatters, completely unidentifiable.

Nobody calls my Nessie a bitch, you perverted motherfuc—

Jake, look out!

I barely had time to turn around as a pair of vampires came crashing into me, their ice skin indenting painfully onto my just healed leg. Embry was by my side in an instant, nudging me to get out of the way.

Quit it, Embry, they're going to attack again—

No! Look!

I hesitated…hey, they still haven't—what the hell?

We both stared in momentary stupor. The two vamps, two leaders of the Volturri clan…were completely kicking each other's butts!

But what—why—

We have no idea, man, Embry thought, but I think the whiter one is losing.

I shook my head and headed towards another vampire I still had to kill. Alec was fighting Leah now, her speed rivaling his own. Leah was fuming with the challenge, her nostrils flared with impatience and she but nearly hurtled herself backwards when he somehow got on her back as if she were a horse.

OH NO YOU DON'T YOU LITTLE—OOF!

Leah! Watch out—

But Alec had already jumped off, swinging himself in front to bite into her shoulder; I was too far away to save her and then—

NOBODY MESSES WITH MY SISTER BUT ME!

Alec had no chance; Seth ripped him right through the middle as Leah slumped down against the wall where her back had hit. I grinned and let out a yelp in celebration.

All right, Seth!

Seth was still snarling, but immediately let out his tongue in contentment. The lack of vampires was more noticeable at this point, and I turned my attention to the two leaders, still wrestling with each other across the room, but there was no use.

An eerie silence suddenly filled the room as a loud smash echoed against each wall. My pack stood frozen, unsure of what to make of the scene before them, of the shattered vampire lying lifeless beneath the other; the other, with his hands up in surrender, a look of utter satisfaction and defeat in his eyes. Red eyes that blazed with an incomprehensible emotion, as if…sad but happy about something…The moment was interrupted.

Let's get him!

Wait, I don't know, he looks kind of—

Filthy bloodsucker!

Jake, what do we do?

Jake, we have to kill him! He's one of the leaders he's—

And then someone else entered the room, a scent we all recognized. The questions stopped immediately as Carlisle surveyed the room of death in front of him, our gaze meeting only swiftly before his eyes fell finally onto the lone, crestfallen vampire in the middle of the room.

A small smile escaped his lips, disappointed but relieved. He locked eyes with the Volturri leader.

"Marcus."

So this was just the battle pretty much, the Volturri never had a chance, ha! I hope it was ok enough, I have to admit I'm not too satisfied with this 'action' scene…however, there's still a little more hehe. Anyone notice that Caius and Jane weren't mentioned in this scene? Also, where are Edward and Bella headed? Jeanine is said to have 'mysteriously disappeared' so where is she? Speaking of Jeanine, what is it she did/told Edward for him to thank her? And finally, what is going to happen now that Marcus is the last one left? Just something to mention in case anyone missed it, in the last chapter when Marcus touched Aro (before Chelsea died) he basically just told him that Oliver was not Nessie's imprint: remember, Marcus sees relationships. Also, just in case anyone's confused, in this chapter the vampire Jacob killed was Felix, and Aro is also dead at this point. I had to throw in another Leah&Seth moment (even if it was short lol) because there is nothing sweeter than siblings showing they really don't hate each other lol. If there's anything else anyone is confused about, please let me know. The next chapter should be up soon (I'm trying to finish the story asap so I don't leave you all hanging when school starts), it will feature—but don't take my word for it, I might change my mind—a little bit of Esme, Carlisle, Jeanine, maybe Jake…so until then please review, particularly tell me if the battle scene was at least ok? I meant for it to be somewhat chaotic, ridiculously uneven in the wolves favor (thus a short battle) and not too long…Lol, thank you so much all, love you!