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 17 - "My traitorous body"*
Upon leaving her father's company she saw that her time was running out and reluctantly went to her own room. She found a long emerald green nightgown had been laid out on the bed and with shaking hands pulled it on. She then put on her basic makeup and perfume and put her hair half up; when she was finished she did a fast check in the mirror. Then looking at the ornate clock in her room saw it was almost time and left to meet him.
Aro's erratic behaviour and precarious temperament were well known by all members of the
Volturi coven and while she was Caius's partner she was able to avoid him. Now that he demanded she be his mate, her compliance would be a necessary part of the deal; something she would find very, very difficult. She slowly walked towards his door as if mesmerized by it, then after a moment's hesitation she awakened from her trance. Fighting the state of paralysis that enveloped her body she gathered her courage and softly rapped on the massive wooden door.
After a moment she heard his voice call her but slipping in she did not see him so she closed the door behind her and followed the sound of an ancient music that played in the distance.
Entering what she recognized to be his royal bedroom she let her eyes roam until they rested on Aro who was sitting in a beautifully carved lounge chair across from the fireplace. His hair was jet black and tied at the back framing his pale and stunning facial features. The suit he wore was as always, black; a shrill contrast to the underlying white shirt.
His shirt was open; exposing his well sculpted chest and the symbol of the Volturi in the form of a necklace that always adorned his body. He was relaxing in his chair, his left leg draped over the arm of it and a glass gracing his hand as he watched Bella enter the room. Levelling his glass, his predatory gaze journeyed over the rim gradually travelling up her lithe body and absorbing every detail of it until their eyes met.
Seeing the look of blatant lust and desire so clearly depicted in his crimson eyes; she knew that there would be no chance for a reprieve. Bella first reaction was to bolt but knowing that was not an option, she entered the room softly closing the door behind her.
Turning her attention to the fireplace she watched as the bright flames danced and leapt leaving the rest of the room shrouded in shadows. The only lighting originated from the hearth and the moonlight that entered through the tall windows at the back of his bedroom. She then heard Aro clear his throat and directing her attention back to him she watched as the flames cast their golden light on Aro's beautifully etched face.
Aro held his glass up to toast her and his seductive smile grew as he whispered "Your performance this afternoon left me wanting; I expect much more commitment tonight and hope for the sake of your father that you can meet my requirements". Keeping his eyes locked on hers he placed his glass on the table and then motioned her to come closer.
She watchfully made her way to him dreading the intimacy he so clearly demanded. Aro gracefully stood up to meet her; both hands firmly cupping Bella's face as he slowly brushed his right thumb along her smooth red lower lip. His smile widened and leaning forward he whispered in in a low seductive voice "My dear you look exquisite; I knew this garment would suit you". He slowly began to nuzzle Bella's bare neck, lips moving over the sensitive flesh, nipping gently at the graceful curve of her collar bone.
As his lips enjoyed the feel of her skin; his fingers delicately trailed down Bella's sides sending unexpected shivers of pleasure racing along every nerve ending. His left hand then rested on her back, just above her buttocks. This hand held her in place as he splayed the fingers of his other one which leisurely slid up the front of Bella's gown stopping between her breasts. Moving his hand gradually to the right he held her left breast in his hand then he brushed a probing thumb up against the silk fabric.
This caused an unexpected and delightful shiver to run down Bella's spine as her nipple hardened. Suddenly her breathing became fast and shallow, betraying a desire she thought had vanished when Caius had disappeared. Her confusion became overwhelming and she had difficulty accepting her reaction, all senses in her body alighted to his touch disregarding her devotion towards Caius.
Feeling her wall of defiance slowly crumble, Aro relentlessly continued his pursuit resolved to break any resistance she endeavoured to uphold.
Disturbed by her own inner conflicts she inadvertently shrank from him. It did not anger him; instead he resolutely grasped her chin and lifted it. Once he had ensnared her eyes with his heated gaze he raised a quizzical eyebrow asking "You wish to deny me? You do not have to accept my claim my lovely Isabella".
Hearing those words Bella remembered why she had so easily agreed to this arrangement; she needed to protect her father and in doing so she had no choice but surrender her freedom. She slowly extended her index finger compelling it to trace the line of his jaw as she said "I'm sorry Aro; Caius was the only one I have ever given myself to. If you will recall the beginning of our relationship was not a passionate one; it took time for it to develop so please don't be angry".
He tilted his eyebrow and nodded, acknowledging her explanation then in a hoarse voice he whispered into Bella's ear "I want you and am determined that you will give yourself wholeheartedly to me; I will accept no less".
Then slipping his arm around Bella's waist and he pulled her forward until their two bodies were pressed up against one another. A hiss escaped Bella's mouth, followed by groan as Aro's cool hands slid around her hips. His smooth palms then took over as they slid down the back of her gown; his long fingers stroking her firm rounded cheeks and held them in his hands squeezing them tightly.
Bella gasped and feeling her surrender he leisurely backed her up towards his bed until her limbs encountered it then he leaned over to nuzzle her neck once more. His hands slowly glided along her shoulders expertly pushing the spaghetti strings towards her arms causing them to tumble downwards. The garment she wore then gracefully floated to the ground; forming an emerald puddle on the plush ivory carpet.
Aro then held her shoulders and disengaged their bodies. Holding her at arm's length he allowed his eyes to roam her naked body drinking in her every curve from her breasts to her waist and ending at her hips. Smiling wickedly he mumbled "I felt your fear when you entered my room and yet when I touch you I sense your hunger. My touch affects you; yet you fear to give in to your passion".
Aro's then once more encompassed her and his slender fingers gradually tracing Bella's spine causing an involuntary shudder and a soft moan from Bella's parted lips as she unexpectedly arched herself towards Aro's touch.
Aro smiled in himself as his fingers then leisurely entwined themselves in her chestnut locks, nimbly pulling her mouth towards his lips.
Bella felt herself responding; it was as if she had no control over her body. Her mouth greedily opened to Aro and his wet tongue began to explore, running along the roof of her lustful mouth. And suddenly her lips were sealed against Aro's in a fervent kiss that set her alight. She had not felt this way for a long time and although her mind tried to revolt she could not deny the needs of her body.
Aro sensed her dilemma and smiled wickedly delighting in her reaction to his advances. Sweeping her off her feet and laying her possessively onto his bed, he shrugged off his jacket and then joined her, hovering over her momentarily before renewing his onslaught. Bella was only too eager to yield, her tong entwining with his as the heat between them built up.
The cool silk sheets sensually slid against her bare back and her crimson eyes closed as she tilted her head back bearing her graceful throat to him. Aro proceeded forward enjoying his conquest; his teeth seductively nibbled at her throat and was soon accompanied by his tong as he travelled down her neck and softly brushed against Bella's collar bone. He persistently moved south and caressing her breasts with his nimble fingers he encompassed her nipple with his mouth. As he gently used his teeth to stimulate her, Aro felt a distinct shudder of pleasure course through her body.
This was too much for her! Having missed physical intimacy for such a long time; her body sang as the carnal desires she had suppressed for so long, began to wake drawing her body into a feverish state. Her nimble fingers lifted towards Aro's shirt, pushing it from his flawless shoulders as she felt a desperate need to touch his skin.
A moan of pleasure emitted from his throat as her hands became alive with their own desires; her fingers carefully exploring Aro's chest causing him to close his eyes and relish the moment. Soon Bella's arms were wrapped tightly around the small of Aro's back and drawing his taller body closer to hers, her lips met his with the same smouldering hunger he had displayed. Aro was thrilled; as she not only surrendered to his desire but also to her own. Through lust glazed eyes he watched her pant and squirm restlessly underneath him.
Bella's hand lifted as she gently ran her elegant fingers through the black silky strands of his hair her senses taking pleasure in their soft texture. She watched as Aro closed his eyes and a moment later she heard a growl erupt from Aro's throat causing Bella to shudder beneath him. He was intoxicated by her lust; rousing his animalistic instinct.
Aro quickly stood beside the bed his eyes never leaving Bella's face as his hands grasped his belt. They were soon accompanied by Bella's hands as she was becoming impatient. Once undone, she pulled it free allowing it to fall on the ground with a soft thud. No sooner did it hit the floor than she began to unbutton and unzip his pants. Aro was only too glad to accommodate her impatience swiftly stepping out of his pants and lower garments and groaning in relief as his member was freed from it's prison.
Moving back towards the middle of the bed Bella gave him room to follow her lead which he promptly did. He held his body suspended over her. Then with lightning speed he gripped her hips and pulled the lower half of her body towards him. Impatience taking over, he forced her knees apart with his own and positioned himself between them.
His breaths were short, little more than gasps a mere hair's width from Bella's ear. "Hellcat; you seem so reluctant and yet you come alive at my touch. Your body desires my attention and has totally accepted my ownership; for only I can douse the fire in your loins"
Aro groaned his warm breath caressing her sensitive skin as he gradually entered her then supporting himself with his knees he began moving his hips. He held the leisurely pace but arched his back to attain more depth and wilfully causing Bella's traitorous body to become so utterly alive and trembling with renewed lust.
Watching her mounting desire he gradually pulled out causing her to whimper her displeasure. Looking down at her he saw that Bella's eyes were distant, any logical thought having long fled under his sensual ministrations. Seeing this he could no longer deny himself so gradually filling her once more he lost himself in the ecstasy that the movement caused.
Nothing compared to this, nothing at all; the slow grinding friction of their movement brought Bella's animal out to play. It was as if she had been given some addictive and potent drug which was slowly driving her insane. Refusing to be tortured by Aro's slow pace she took over turning Aro on his back. Her body was in a frenzy as she increased the tempo; her need to extinguish the fire in her loin's seemed to consume her.
Aro enjoyed her passion and while on top, she gave him a beautiful view of her breasts as they seductively moved with the rhythm of the ancient bewitching music. Watching this, his feral instinct reclaimed the situation; his need to dominate became crucial. Pushing her back into the mattress he took over. If she wanted it rough; he would graciously accommodate.
Aro was determined to set the rules of their relationship in bed as well as at his side; he wanted her complete surrender. Bella herself was well beyond the point of no return; her only wish was to satisfy her need so he maintained the excruciating rhythm whispering "Surrender to me; let me feel your release!" At that moment she exploded around him screaming out as her body was engulfed with a tidal wave of sensations.
He felt her muscles tighten but desperately held his release at bay as he watched her stare blankly towards the ceiling. He knew all her senses were targeted on the spasms of fading euphoria which were lapping at her body.
Once he saw the glazed stare recede he began to kiss her passionately cooing "you are now mine and will be till the end of eternity". Then he gradually built up the rhythm for a second time; she was now his to take as he wanted and when he wanted. Heady by the thought of his power he plowed on and realized she was following his rhythm once more. They continued at a breath-taking pace and Bella screamed in ecstasy as the gulfs of pleasure took over once more.
This time she took Aro with her and as he climaxed he held her shoulder; his fangs descending into her neck. Bella tried to protest but he grabbed her chin in a vice-like hold prohibiting any possible retreat as he greedily downed her life's essence; claiming his position as her new mate, by doing so.
Both caught their breaths savouring the last gulfs of bliss that rushed over them.
When Bella was released from her rapture she turned to Aro and in her pent up fury tried to lash out at him for taking her blood. Aro however had her pinned down and only let her go after he had lapped up the last drops closing her wound. Once she was free she hissed "I did not agree to that".
Aro just smiled saying "You will do as I ask; I took very little but enough to amplify the impact of my euphoria".
He then pulled her hesitant body towards him and said with an underlying warning "Do not bicker; I love your spirit but I will break it if I have to".
Silence then followed, pregnant with unspoken words as Aro snuggled his body against Bella, his arm around Bella's waist in a possessive embrace as his voice finally broke the silence purring "You are and will always be, mine."
He felt her body stiffen by the words and smiled to himself. After seeing her reaction to their lovemaking he knew she could no longer control her body's reaction to his touch. He then slowly moved his splayed hand southward encompassing her sex as his thumb gently rubbed her clitoris. Again he felt her squirm in response and decided to stake his claim for a second
time.
The night would have been the end of her if she was mortal but after a few hours down-time she gradually opened her eyes. Moving her head sideways to glance at Aro she sighed in relief as she saw that he too was in down time. Ever so gently she moved away but before she had a chance to leave the bed Aro said "Let us be courteous and allow the mortal to sleep" as his arms grabbed her hips and pulling her to his chest she felt his erection jabbing into her back.
She turned to look at Aro. His pupils were dilated and his voice became hoarse as he said "My lovely Isabella, I'm not finished with you yet". He then roughly pushed her onto the mattress so that she lay with her face downwards. He placed her hands on the bars at the head of the bed saying "hold tight my love". Once she grasped them he put his hands around her waist and tilted the bottom half of her body upward as he slowly pushed himself into her inch by inch savouring the tightness.
He watched with lustful eyes as her body accommodated him and slowly built up the rhythm. After a while he heard her pant under his skilful caresses and was enthralled by her tantalizing responses as she followed his rhythm. Having seen and felt her body's reaction Aro proceeded becoming more aggressive as he thrust into her closing his eyes as he relished not only the sensation but also her compliance.
Her body built itself to a frenzy until she screamed her release quickly followed by Aro who began to convulse as he finally felt the sweet pressure that had built up; explode. She felt fangs as they dug into the back of her neck, in junction with her spine. By now she knew that was Aro's signature in all his sexual games; he wanted a taste of her blood by his release. It was as if he was strategically marking her; first her neck followed by her left and right wrists, breasts and inner thighs. Now he bit her just above her spine drinking her blood in his frenzy. It weakened her and after the first few instances she gave up her fight; it was impossible he was much more powerful.
Aro gradually pulled out and rolled over tugging her body along with him. He then whispered in her ear "si dispone di un grande potenziale mia bella tentatrice e farò in modo che io faccio uso di ogni risorsa"**. Normally the Italian language would arouse her sexual appetite but hearing these words from Aro made her shiver.
He then kissed her forehead and grinned as his hand encompassed her breast "It seems you are quickly adjusting to our little arrangement; I knew there was more under that practical exterior". As I promised yesterday your father will be released. Before you go you must rejuvenate and what better way to do so than to take my blood". He offered his pulse and after inquisitively observing his eyes for any concealed snags she bit, drinking the refreshment offered her. She sucked and felt the power of the priceless elixir as it went down her throat into her stomach feeding the hollow ache she felt. After a minute or two she felt
Aro's fingers thread into her hair and hold her head into position. A second later she felt a warmth creep into her; too late she realized the trap. She tried to pull back but Aro's hand held her forcefully in place as he hissed "You will take my gift and be grateful".
The warm feeling began to increase and after a moment or two she felt as if she had been set on fire causing her to arch as Aro's blood penetrated the nerve endings of her body. It wasn't as bad as becoming a vampire but different; as if something was invading her body and unnaturally binding itself to her. Once Aro finally released her head she instantly pulled away. Licking his wrist he quickly healed the punctures that Bella's fangs had made then looking up towards her he heaved a contented and triumphant sigh as a smile leisurely spread across his lips.
Between the gasps of pain she croaked "What the hell was that?"
"My insurance of your devotion to me" he explained "you are now physically bonded with me; I may not be able to read your mind but I do have control over your body" he said as he drew her into his embrace. Spooning up against her back he placed his arm around Bella's waist holding her until the painful contractions subsided.
"Now my beautiful Isabella," he chuckled as he playfully patted her bottom "now that you have seen to my needs, it's time for you to see to the needs of our guest".
Bella gradually moved off the bed trying to regain her orientation. Sitting on the edge she pushed herself off the mattress still finding it difficult to recover from the spasms that had raked her body. She was disorientated and her only wish was to leave the room and Aro's treacherous presence as soon as possible. She moved her limbs but all grace had left her motions and she trembled on her feet slowly and unsteadily moving towards the door. Her hand was on the doorknob when she realized that she was naked and she was forced back to the bed. Picking up her garment and slipping it over her head she left the room causing Aro to chuckle at her modesty. She fled to her room feeling that she had just lost her last shred of freedom.
Laying on her bed she gradually allowed her body to relax; once she regained total control over her body she took a hot bath scrubbing her body clean of his scent. Then looking at the clock she realized she had little time to ponder on what had happened; at the moment all she wanted was to see her father and make sure he left as soon as possible. There was only one catch, he had to get past Aro and the only way to do so would be if he fully accepted her story. Applying a heady perfume to cover the last traces of her sexual activities she left her room to meet her father.
Her mind and conscious were heavy taxed by her fear for her father and her betrayal to Caius.
*"If he touches me, I will succumb. I know the power he wields over me and my traitorous body."― E.L. James
** "si dispone di un grande potenziale mia bella tentatrice e farò in modo che io faccio uso di ogni risorsa" means "you have great potential my beautiful temptress and I will ensure that I make use of every asset"
