Bella's Point of View

It's been two days since I've used my powers to cure Rosalie of her vampirism. Her relentless screaming had finally ended. But she continued to annoy me. Her presence in the tower was a nuisance. By now, the first two days are usually the hardest for those in her situation. The next two days, she would do nothing but sleep. Which I was thankful for, but that didn't change the fact that she was a heartless tramp, that didn't deserve her wishes granted. Her mate lingers on the outskirts of the castle, which was as close as he was permitted to be for now.

It was cruel. The pain and suffering this woman has put him through. I wondered, if it were possible, if I could help him as well. Although, I'm sure my father would disapprove completely.

I've yet to see Edward Cullen again, I was beginning to think maybe I would never get to see him. That thought was enough to keep me in a sour mood. I didn't want to be bothered with anything or anyone. I just wanted to be left alone. My father knew that. So what does he do? He sends up my new assistant to spend the entire day with me today, to acquaint him with my schedule and expectations.

This was a bit of a rare treat. I normally never get male assistants. But this young man was exceptionally handsome. Nothing compared to Edward, or even Felix. But for a human, he was nice to look at. He looked around seventeen. Much too young to be imprisoned here. I wasn't about to see him throw the rest of his life away. I would find a way to free him.

The safest way to get him out of here was through Felix. I knew it was wrong for me to manipulate people, but it was also wrong to keep this boy hostage here. Some day, the boy may be thankful for this.

Down in the lower level of the tower was a sauna room. It was never used. It was only put in because Sulpicia had requested the addition for the purpose of giving our personal assistants a place for rest and relaxation. She wasn't completely heartless. But it turns out, very few of the humans wanted anything to do with it. Instead, I claimed this room for myself.

It was built entirely of authentic bamboo wood. A steamer sat amongst a pile of decorative rocks. Steam filled the room, making it extremely warm, especially against my chilled skin. Normally I used this sauna when I wanted to feel a bit more human. Most of the time I would sit inside, on the wooden benches with a towel wrapped around me. But today, I decided to go in completely nude.

My new assistant was waiting just outside the doors. I could hear his heartbeat, racing. He shuffled his feet from time to time.

I let out a soft moan as I enjoyed the steam lingering around my body. "Daren," I called out casually.

There was the sound of him gulping now. "Yes princess?"

"Could you bring in my beverage?"

I had strategically left the wine glass just outside of my reach, he would have to enter the sauna to retrieve it. And if I knew anything about young men, such as himself, he would be more than a little tempted to sneak a peek at a naked woman. It's just in their nature.

I watched as the door to the sauna slowly opened, just a few inches. But it was aggressively shut in seconds. There was the sound of growling and harsh whispering.

I listened closely, worried that Felix hurt the poor boy. I could hear his groaning and how thick his voice got, as if he was trying to hold back a sob.

"What the hell do you think you're doing?" Felix hissed angrily.

"I was fetching her drink, as she ordered." Daren replied breathlessly.

"You are well aware that she is completely naked in there, aren't you? Do you think a worthless little meat-sack like yourself has any right to see the princess naked?" Felix was growing more angry by the second.

"N-no… I mean… I was j-just doing as she said. I thought that's what I was s-suppose to do." Daren stuttered.

I had to push just a little more. I could sense Felix's anger deflating. His voice was starting to lighten.

"Daren darling, could you give me another foot rub, you are very skilled with your hands." I called out gently. Chewing my lip, I waited for the response, hoping Felix wouldn't go too hard on the boy.

It was a rule, an assistant can't bring any form of pleasure to me. In any manner of speaking. Especially of a sexual nature. Not even something like a foot rub was accepted. But from time to time, when I was lucky enough to get a male assistant, I allowed things to get a little carried away. Nothing to the extent of being intimate. But some mild flirting never hurt anyone.

There was a thump against the wall now and Felix was livid.

"You piece of filth, I should kill you right here and now." He hissed coldly. "No one is permitted to put their hands on the princess."

By now Daren was sobbing. He couldn't even spit out any words for his defense. This has been his first day as my assistant and it sounds like it would be his last.

"You are terminated from your position. Gather your things and get lost. Before I kill you." Felix grumbled.

There were the sounds of frantic scampering, along with a heavy sigh. I waited patiently, until a light knocking at the door sounded.

"Enter," I permitted.

Felix swept into the sauna with a frown still on his face. But as our eyes met, his foul mood seemed to melt away. His eyes roamed my body as he took a seat across from me. "I'll send up the next assistant by tomorrow morning." He folded his arms across his chest.

"My drink," I nodded towards the wine glass, sitting next to him.

In seconds he had the glass and held it out to me. A smirk coming to his face.

Being around humans made me thirsty. I usually don't drink blood this early in the day. But Daren's blood was different from the others I've come across. It smelled very nice. Too tempting for me. It was just better for him to be as far away from me and this castle as possible.

I snatched the glass and took a couple sips of it, before setting it back down. "Did you hurt that poor boy?"

Felix snorted. "Poor boy? You make him sound like he is the innocent victim in this situation."

"You didn't answer my question,"

"A few cracked ribs and a broken hand. Nothing to get too worked up over." He shrugged his shoulders.

I sighed, resting back against the wall. "You shouldn't have hurt him, Felix. Human men haven't learned to control their impulses."

Suddenly Felix was kneeled in front of me, his hands lightly sweeping up my legs. His dark eyes were clouded with hunger. "Don't be fooled. It isn't just human men that can't control their impulses."

I smirked as my body trembled at his touch. I closed my eyes, allowing him to massage my legs and feet. The contact felt wonderful. Felix was truly the only man permitted to actually touch me. According to my father. Of course Felix knew that. So the idea of any man touching me, left him furious. Although, the relationship that he thinks we have isn't real. It's just a manufactured feeling that Corin has forced over him. He didn't truly love and care for me. He didn't really find me attractive. He was just being controlled by someone.

I've tried telling him that in the past, but he refused to listen. So I stopped trying. I stopped caring one way or another. It didn't matter when he brought his lips to my skin. It didn't matter how his mouth trailed slowly up my legs. It didn't matter how desperately I wanted to feel like I was wanted. Was that why I clung to this false relationship? I would have settled for anyone. I would have accepted any form of attention. Maybe that's why I hated Rosalie Hale so much. She had a mate, she had a loving family that was willing to sacrifice for her. And she was willingly throwing it all away. It wasn't fair. It wasn't right.

Felix growled quietly in response to the quiet moan that fell from my lips. His mouth was only inches from reaching the desired spot. My womanhood. My body trembled with anticipation.

"I thought no one is permitted to touch the princess," I muttered with a smirk of my own.

He snickered, before bringing his mouth down on my entrance. His tongue slipped inside of me for a moment. The pleasure in just that action, had my toes curling.

"That's correct. No one else, only me." He muttered, before dipping back in to push his tongue in and out of me with rapid movement. I clutched the edge of my seat, biting back my moans of pleasure. But it was so good. I wanted more. No, I needed more.

"Felix," I whispered, slowly moving myself away from him to lay down across the wooden bench.

He watched me with eagerness before moving to hover over me. His hands went around my wrists and in a swift move he thrusted into me with some force.

My body quivered under the intense euphoria. I pulled him closer, letting my eyes shut. In this moment, it was all about satisfying myself. It may not have been Felix's only thoughts, but to me, this was just another task, of a servant my father created.

Our hips clashed together wildly; Felix knew exactly how to move. He knew my body better than I knew it myself. This wasn't our first time. In the past having sex was something we did frequently, but over the years we have been doing it less and less. Much to Felix's disappointment.

His lips went down to my breasts, flicking my nipples with his tongue, sucking it into his mouth for a while, while he lifted me legs to rest on his shoulders. With the new angle he slid inside me deeper and began bucking hard against me. Felix grunted, letting a few groans of pleasure himself.

My thoughts suddenly went to Edward, it was so unexpected that I flinched. But Felix didn't notice. I didn't intend to, but I began to imagine Edward was the one on top of me. Making me feel this way. A strange feeling came over me. My fantasy took over. It wasn't Felix anymore. I kept my eyes shut and focused on the thought of Edward.

We had sex several times, in fact it turned into an all-day event. Each time, it was the idea of Edward being my lover that would bring me over the edge. I couldn't get enough. I couldn't let Felix leave, I wanted to keep experiencing my secret fantasy.

So, when Felix was summoned by Caius and forced the two of us apart, he looked completely unwilling to move. We have never had that much sex. I hoped that he didn't think anything had changed.

I was lying on his chest, when we both heard Caius calling, from someone in the castle. His erection was still throbbing inside of me. I leaned up to look at him. His hand moved to my cheek. An expression of love and devotion was on his face. But I knew it wasn't real. Sometimes I wish that it was.

"I'd rather not, can't you get someone else to take care of that?" Felix muttered, obviously answering Caius' request.

Slowly I bounced up and down, teasing Felix with a smirk.

He eyed me with a dark smile as his hands gripped both sides of my hips. He bucked back against me.

"Felix, I'm not going to tell you again. Aro is requesting your presence. The one Cullen showed up to see Rosalie, her mate I presume. He needs you to monitor their interactions."

Felix growled, letting his hands slide down to my buttock, giving it a squeeze. I grinded harder into him. Tempting him further to disobey. Nothing would make me happier than to turn one of my father's loyal guards against him.

"Five more minutes," Felix responded as he picked up the pace. He pressed me down onto him tighter and thrusted up in a manic speed. Hard and faster than before.

My eyes rolled to the back of my head as I moaned in pleasure. I kept up with the pace. The force was so strong I felt the bench bust into pieces. We landed on the floor of the sauna but didn't break contact. His lips found mine. Leaving passionate kisses from my mouth down to my chest.

"You have four seconds, to get down here. Or I'm sending Aro up to retrieve you." Caius snapped angrily.

Felix sighed heavily and with one more thrust we both found our release, for probably the hundredth time today. He slid himself out of me carefully, just noticing we were on the floor now. A smirk came to his face as he helped me up off the floor. He pulled me into his arms, before setting me on my feet.

"I'm on my way," he said with a glare coming to his face.

I pouted as I watched him get dressed. He glanced at me for a second, before taking his shirt and handing it over to me. "Here, I wouldn't want anyone seeing you like this. Please wear this, at least until you get back to your room."

I nodded, pulling his shirt on. It was huge. I went well past my knees. "Thanks,"

A genuine smile touched his face as he looked me over, head to toe. He seemed pleased. "I'll return as quickly as I can,"

"I'll be waiting,"

With that, he pulled me in for a light hug and a peck on the top of the head, before he went walking out of the sauna. Leaving me alone again.

I sighed heavily, pulling my hair up into a ponytail. That had been a fun way to pass the time. But now, I would have to look for other forms of entertainment. I made my way to my room now. No one was around. It was peaceful. The temperature of my skin was slowly losing the warmth from the steam.

My thoughts went back to Edward Cullen. I wondered where he was. What was he doing today? When would I get to see him again? I knew I should feel guilty, thinking of him. He wasn't my mate. No, my father had picked my mate out for me. And that was Felix. Of course, Felix was content. He had Corin's powers to thank for that. His bonds with me are artificial. But just as strong as any normal relationship. I guess that means I would have to try and make things work with him. What choice did I have?

I was attracted to him. Sure. But I barely knew him. It's been many years, but I still didn't know a thing about the man. He has no memories of his human life. All he knows is he is part of the Volturi. He is one of my father's most loyal servants. There is no further backstory.

That wasn't real love. At least it's not the love described in the books I've read. Maybe I was no better than Rosalie. I never gave Felix a real chance. How could I? That would only mean that my father wins. Maybe if Corin would stop using her powers on him, there would be a chance that I could learn to love him.

So why couldn't I stop thinking of Edward?

Felix's Point of View

I made it down to the throne room, where Caius was waiting. Not only was Emmett here, but Edward as well. I wasn't prepared to see him. My distaste of him slipped out into view as I glared in his direction. I sensed a threat in him. He had eyes for my mate. I wouldn't allow any further communication between the two of them.

Emmett looked unhinged. He kept his head down, with a pitiful expression on his face. Edward stood, appearing just angry, especially when our eyes met.

"Finally, now that you have finished ravaging the princess, we need your utmost attention. These two are to be escorted up to the tower, to meet with Rosalie. I need you to watch them closely." Caius said with narrowed eyes.

"And you seriously couldn't get anyone else to do this?"

Caius shrugged his shoulders. "I noticed the abundant free time you were wasting. And don't worry, I already have a new assistant for Bella in mind. I'm sure she will be more than thrilled."

I raised a brow. "It better be a female this time," I grumbled as I moved to stand behind the two Cullens.

"Of course," Caius rolled his eyes. "Now, get going."

I bowed my head and turned to walk out the doors. Emmett and Edward followed behind closely. They didn't speak, but I could sense their anxiety.

It was rare for any outsiders to enter the tower. But I suppose they won't be outsiders for long. They will be joining our ranks in the next four days. I wasn't looking forward to it. Not Emmett, I wasn't sure how much longer he would be willing to keep existing after his mate turned human. He may decide to ask one of us to end his suffering. Edward on the other hand… He would be a thorn in my side for a while. Until I can find a way to deal with him myself.

Edward snorted quietly from behind me. Probably reading my thoughts. That would be annoying. And much harder to find a way to keep him away from Bella.

As we entered the tower, I almost choked as I saw Bella, thankfully dressed now. She was seated at the entrance, a book in her hand. Her hair is up in a messy ponytail. Thoughts of the fantastic sex we just had entered my mind before I realized.

I turned to glare at Edward, taking note of the hunger look that flashed in his eyes. He glanced at her for a moment, then away.

Don't get any ideas Cullen. She is mine.

Edward turned to me, a glare coming to his face, his lips parted, as if he was going to respond to my thoughts, when Bella's voice got my attention.

"It's nice to see you again," Bella replied, looking up from her book. Her red eyes, more vibrant than usual. Her gaze was on Edward alone.

He met her gaze, a smile tugging at his lips now. "I was just about to say the same, princess." He bowed his head.

That look. The way they looked at each other. It was something else. I couldn't describe it. I didn't want to. It caused a pain in my chest. It made me want to kill him. I knew that I could. It would be easy. But Aro would have my head. If I killed Edward. But I wouldn't stand for him staring at my mate like that.

My hands balled into fists. "Let's go, the room is just over here."

I turned my back and started walking in the direction of the room Rosalie was in. I heard Emmett start to follow immediately. But Edward hesitated. I didn't turn back around. Instead, I allowed him a few seconds. Before I would take action.

"I brought this for you," I heard him say.

"That's very kind of you, thanks." Bella replied with warmth in her tone.

Jealousy chewed at me. That bastard. I would be sure to pick her up a gift that far surpasses his. She would toss his gift away once she sees the one that I'll give her.

Edward now was following as well. Which calmed me down just enough. It would be a miracle if I could get through this, without killing the guy. Maybe Aro wouldn't take it so hard.

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