Chapter 3: The Big Ball
Queen Isabella's POV
I sit in front of my mirror getting ready for the ball in my new dress. All the guests were already here. They were in the ball room waiting for us. My brother said we should be with him in a chamber of the doors to the ball room at 5.00. It is now 4.45. My hair is curled to the side, resting on my shoulder. I put my Emerald, Diamond and Gold necklace on. My bracelets are already on and so are my rings. I quickly put on my 20ct Gold, and 18ct Emerald earrings on then I put my crown on. I look at myself in the mirror and I definably look like a queen.
"Are you ready my North Star?" Caius asks kissing my ear
I turn around to face him my ruby eyes full of love. As his were full of love to me.
"I am ready. How about you?" I ask
He is wearing his robes with a green and gold tie. His crown sits on top of his head.
"I am ready. Let's go. Let's not keep our guests waiting to meet their new King, Queens, Princes, and Princesses", Caius says helping me up from my seat
"Remember I love only you. Always", I say after kissing him
"I know my North Star. I know. And remember I love only you. Ever only you", Caius says kissing me hard
"I know my love", I say pulling away
"Let's go", Caius says putting an arm around my waist and leading me out of our chambers
Two guards. Demetri and Max are following us. Everyone agreed tonight the guard would spread out. But two guards for each couple and one guard per child. All the guard will be there. So there would be not much danger. We make our way to the chamber across from the ball room. Where Aro, Sulpicia, Marcus, Didyme, Dad, Alyssa, Peter, Charlotte and all the kids were waiting for us.
"About time you showed up", Grandfather says cheekily Charlotte slaps him, "Oh the hurt woman"
"I know. Don't tease you granddaughter", Charlotte says
"Yes dear", Grandfather says sulky
I snicker quietly. Everyone else was finding it amusing too.
"You look divine tonight dear sister", Aro says kissing my hand
Marcus does the same.
"You look beautiful baby girl. You will knock them dead tonight", Dad says smiling
"Especially those Cullen's", Alyssa adds
"You look beautiful sister", Sulpicia says kissing my cheek
Sulpicia was wearing a red and gold dress. With 22ct Yellow Gold, 30ct Diamonds, 30ct Rubies necklace with matching earrings. She was wearing several rings. First her promise ring, then her engagement ring, then her wedding ring and eternity ring. She was also wearing three other rings that were beautiful. She also wore two bracelets and her crown.
"You look beautiful too sister", I say kissing her cheek too
That's when Didyme comes up and kisses my cheek.
"You look beautiful. Fit for a Queen of the vampire world", Didyme says
Didyme was wearing a gold, diamond and sapphire necklace. She was wearing several rings. First her promise ring, then her engagement ring, then her wedding ring and eternity ring. She was also wearing a Diamond, Sapphire and Gold bracelet and her crown. She looked like a Queen. The again she has been doing this for thousands of years. To my 3 centuries.
"You look beautiful too sister", I say kissing her cheek
"Thanks", Didyme says as Alyssa my stepmother approaches
"You look good daughter", Alyssa says kissing my cheek
She was wearing all her jewellery and her crown and her dress was gold and purple.
"Thank you", I say kissing her cheek
Caius and I turn to our children and they all look fantastic all dressed up.
"You all look beautiful", I say
"Thanks Mum", they say
"Well let's get this show on the road. Felix tell Sam we are ready", Aro orders
"At once your Majesty", Felix says bowing and leaving the room to return a minute later
We all get into order. Caius and I last. I make sure my shield is in place and is at its full power. I want Edward and Alice to not know what is going on. And I want them to be frustrated.
"Ladies and Gentleman. Announcing the arrival of Lord Peter Swan and Lady Charlotte Swan", Sam says
My grandfather and Charlotte more into the ball room and I hear some gasps. Caius grins at me.
"I bet that was the Cullen's", he whisperers in my ear
"No doubt", I whisper back
"Announcing the children of King Aro and Queen Sulpicia", Sam says
All of Aro's and Sulpicia's children go in after their names were announced.
"Announcing the children of King Marcus and Queen Didyme", Sam announces
All of Marcus's and Didyme's children go into the ballroom.
"Announcing the children our new King and Queen", Sam says
My half-brothers and sisters go in all looking regal. Then go Caius and I's children. Next were the Kings and Queens.
"This is going to be fun", Caius whisperers in my ear giving me one last kiss
I kiss him back, "With you always"
"Always", Caius replies
"Announcing their Majesty's King Aro and Queen Sulpicia", Sam says
I see everyone bow to them.
"Announcing their Majesty's King Marcus and Queen Didyme", Sam says
Again everyone bows to them.
"Announcing their Majesty's King Charles and Queen Alyssa", Sam says
Caius and I hear gasps and chuckle. The Cullen's must of recognised Dad.
"Announcing their Majesty's King Caius and Queen Isabella", Sam says in a loud voice
Caius links our arms and we enter the room everyone bowing to us. I don't look at the sides of us. I hear the gasps of the Cullen's but I don't look. I couldn't care less what they thought.
Caius unlinks our arms and holds out his hand to take me to my throne. I take his hand and let him guide me to my throne. I sit with my head held high. So does Caius. We are on Aro and Sulpicia's right with dad next to us and Marcus on the other side of Aro.
"Welcome everyone to our ball. To announce our new rulers King Charles his mate Queen Alyssa and King Caius's mate Queen Isabella. We also have our children. Before you ask they really are our children. Now I would like each coven to come up and present themselves to us. There is also plenty of blood around the hall from Humans and Animals. Have a good night", Aro announces
Everyone claps. Now the fun was about to start…
Jasper's POV
We have all been invited to Volterra for a ball. That's how we are in the ball room waiting for the King's and Queen's. My family is all excited. Carlisle can't what to see his old friend Aro again. Esme was happy just to be here. Emmett was a kid in a candy store, he was excited to maybe spar with some of the guard later on. Rosalie was just happy to have been able to dress up and have all the single vampires looking at her. Alice was happy to have been able to shop for this ball. She really does look spectacular. Edward was smiling but had just frowned so had Alice.
"What is wrong?" I ask
"I can't see our future anymore", Alice replies
"I can't read the guard's mines", Edward says
We all look at them with shock. How can they not see our future and read the guards mines. That's when the Denali's come up to us wanting to stick close with another animal drinker coven.
"I hear you can't see our future and read the guards mines?" Eleazar asks
"Yes. It feels weird", Edward and Alice say
"I haven't picked up anyone with that type of power", Eleazar says
"What type of power could block them?" Carlisle asks interested
"A shield. A very powerful of shield. I will let you know if a find the shield", Eleazar replies
"Thank you", Carlisle says
"Ladies and Gentleman. Announcing the arrival of Lord Peter Swan and Lady Charlotte Swan", a guard says loudly
I look at the doors that open. I gasp recognising my old friends Peter and Charlotte. Why are they going under Swan? I thought they were Whitlock's. Why are they here and held in such high regard?
"Did you know about this Jasper?" Edward asks
"No. I have heard from them in centuries", I reply still in shock to see them
"Announcing the children of King Aro and Queen Sulpicia", a guard says
All of Aro's and Sulpicia's children go in after their names were announced.
Rosalie gasps. She knew it was impossible for vampire to have children. But Prince Caden looks like a vampire but with different colour eyes. 13 other of Aro's children are announced before they more on.
"Announcing the children of King Marcus and Queen Didyme", a guard announces
"How is this possible Carlisle?" Rosalie asks Carlisle
"I honestly don't know Rose", Carlisle whisperers back
14 more of Marcus's children follow all looking regal.
"Announcing their Majesty's King Charles and Queen Alyssa", a guard says
That was followed by 11 more of the new King and Queen's children.
"Why is the last name a Swan?" Edward whisperers
"Announcing the children of King Caius and our new Queen", the guard announces
All 78 of Caius's children follow and take their thrones. Only two of all of Caius's children were mated.
"Announcing their Majesty's King Aro and Queen Sulpicia", the guard says
We all bow as Aro and Sulpicia come into the hall heading to their thrones.
"Announcing their Majesty's King Marcus and Queen Didyme", the guard says
We all bow again. They quickly take their seats next to Aro.
"Announcing their Majesty's King Charles and Queen Alyssa", the guard says
We all gasp. King Charles was Charlie we knew from Forks 3 centuries ago
"What is Charlie doing here? How come I didn't see this", Alice says
"It looks like he feeds from humans. He has red eyes", Carlisle says
"I thought out of everyone Charlie would be the least likely to drink from humans", Esme says
"Looks like that has changed. I wonder who changed him?" I muse out loud I look as Peter and Charlotte in suspicion.
But they give nothing away. Their masks were still in place and I cannot feel their emotions.
"I can't feel their emotions", I say
They look at me shocked.
"As I suspected a very strong shield is here", Eleazar replies
"Announcing their Majesty's King Caius and Queen Isabella", the guard says in a loud voice
We all gasp again and our jaws drop. There is front of us was Bella Swan. Now Queen Isabella. She still had long mahogany hair that was curled to the side. She had a lot of jewellery on. But the one thing we all did see as she sat down and faced the crowd was her ruby red eyes. That was hard and cold. I also saw her mating mark on her left side of her neck. Showing the world she was mated.
"Bella?" Edward whisperers
"She's a human drinker too. Look at her eyes", Carlisle says shocked
"Bella what have they done to you?" Emmett says
"Why didn't I see this? I could have stopped it", Alice mutters
"Did you see her mating mark?" I ask
Edward growls, "She is my mate not anyone else's. She's mine. Mine!"
"Son calm down. She is now Queen and mated to Caius. We will see what we can do to get her back to you but the chances are slim", Carlisle says placing a restraining hand on Edward
I send a dose of calm his way. He relaxes a bit but doesn't take his eyes of Bella. I can't believe she was here with the Volturi. How long has she been here for?
"She looks much older", Esme says
"I know", Carlisle says worried for his daughter that he left for her own good.
But now we all knew that it was not the case.
"Someone is shielding her. I can't get a read on her. I can tell she is powerful but not what her powers our", Eleazar says
"Is that really your Bella?" Kate asks Edward
"Yes. Why is she with Caius I will never know. But I will get her back. As she is mine always", Edward says with conviction
I send other dose of calm at him. I don't want the family to make a seen. That's when Aro stands up.
"Welcome everyone to our ball. To announce our new rulers King Charles his mate Queen Alyssa and King Caius's mate Queen Isabella. We also have our children. Before you ask they really are our children. Now I would like each coven to come up and present themselves to us. There is also plenty of blood around the hall from Humans and Animals. Have a good night", Aro announces
"At least we can talk to her. Maybe we can convince her to come with us", Esme says
Somehow I don't think it is that simple. I can see her looking at Caius with love in her eyes. Somehow I think those two are more connected then I have ever felt. Now I know why Peter and Charlotte are here. They are here for Bella and Charlie.
I can feel Edward's angry and possessiveness. This was not going to turn out good. Edward and Alice were going to call a scene. I just knew it. I would try to calm them done. But I don't think I will be successful. I hope they can wait their turn. Because other covens were already lining up to introduce themselves excited to meet the new Queen's and King. To make a good impression. I just hope my family can wait and I can keep them calm. But somehow I don't think that is possible…
Queen Isabella's POV
I sit on my throne not looking at the Cullen's. I can feel them here. If the emotions I am feeling is anything to go by. I decide to block my emotion power for now and have it on later. The first Coven was coming up to greet us.
"Hello your Majesty's we are the Irish Coven", a tall woman says
"Welcome to Volterra", I say, "What are your names?"
"I am Siobhan head of the Irish Coven", the tall lady replies
Siobhan had black hair and red eyes she was about 6'2. My gift of knowing told me she was turned at the age of 20
"I am her mate Liam", the man says
Liam had Dark Brown hair and ruby red eyes he was about 6'5. He was changed at 36
"I am Maggie", the small girl says
She had red hair and red eyes she was about 5'2. She was about 15 when she was turned.
"I am Raven and I am new to this coven", Raven says quietly
Raven had black hair and red eyes she was 5'4 and she was about 17 years old when she was turned.
"It is good to meet you Siobhan, Liam, Maggie and Raven", Dad says
"Thank you your Majesty", Siobhan says bowing
"Do any of you have powers?" Alyssa asks
"I am able to tell if someone is lying", Maggie says
"The rest of us do not have any powers", Liam replies
"Enjoy your night here and if there is anything else we can do for you don't hesitant to ask on of the guard", Aro says
They leave and the next coven comes.
"Your Majesty's we are the British Coven", a male with blonde hair says
"Welcome to Volterra please introduce yourselves", Aro asks
"I am Noah head of this coven", the man says
Noah was 5'5 with black hair and red eyes he appeared to be changed at the age of 25.
"I am Isla. I am Noah's mate", Isla says
Isla had light brown hair and red eyes and she was about 5'7. She appeared to be changed at 24.
"I am Joseph", another man says
Joseph had red hair and gold eyes. He was about 6'4 and he was changed at the age of 19.
"I am Joseph's mate Freya", the woman next to Joseph says quietly
Freya had dark brown hair and gold eyes. She was 5'7 and appeared to be changed at the age of 18.
"It appears that you two drink animal blood. There is plenty of different types of animal blood here. Enjoy your time here", Didyme says to them kindly
"We will your Majesty", they say bowing and leaving
The next Coven comes up they were very nervous I could feel it. I gently put those emotions into Aro showing him.
"Welcome to Volterra. Please introduce yourselves", Aro says kindly
I knew Aro had seen what I felt. We needed to be gentle with this Coven.
"I am Amun I am the leader of the Egyptian coven", the male says nervously
Amun had black hair and red eyes. He was 5'8. And appeared to be changed at the age of 27.
"I am Kebi his mate", the female standing next to him says
Kebi had black hair and red eyes. She was 5'3 and appeared to be changed at the age of 26.
"I am Benjamin", a smaller man says cheerfully
Benjamin had black hair and red eyes. He was 5'7 and appeared to be changed at the age of 15.
"And I am Tia. Benjamin's mate", Tia says quietly
She had black hair and red eyes. She was 5'4 and appeared to be changed at the age of 17.
"It is a pleasure to meet all of you. You have no reason to be nervous. None will harm you here", I say gently
"Thank you Queen Isabella. I think we will leave you to greet your other guests", Amun replies
"You're welcome. Have a great time tonight", I say
Amun nods and leaves with his coven. The next Coven comes up.
They had brown coloured skin.
"We are the Amazonian Coven. I am the leader", a tall woman says with an accent
"Welcome to all of you. Please tell us your names", Marcus says
"I am Zafrina", the leader says
Zafrina was 6'1 she had black hair and red eyes. She appeared to be 24.
"I am Kachiri", another tall woman says
Kachiri was 6'4. She had long black hair and she appeared to be around 24.
"I am Senna", the last female says
Senna was about 5'11. She had long black hair and red eyes she appeared to be around 23.
"Welcome. We are all glad you could join us for this celebration. I hope you have fun tonight", Sulpicia says smiling
"Thank you Your Majesty. We will enjoy this ball it is not often we leave are rainforest", Zafrina says curtsying
"Enjoy yourselves and tell one of the guards if you need anything", Dad says
"Thank you your Majesty", they say leaving
"We are the Scottish Coven", a man says
"Welcome to Volterra. This is your first trip here?" Aro asks
"Yes. We haven't been here before", the male says
"Well it's a pleasure to have you finally here. What are your names?" I ask gently from Caius's side
"I am Aaron head of this coven", Aaron says
Aaron had red hair and gold eyes. He was 6'5 and he appeared to be changed at the age of 22.
"I am Amelia. Aaron's mate", Amelia says curtsying to us
Amelia had brown hair and gold eyes. She was 5'6 and she appeared to be changed at the age of 20.
"I am Lewis your Majesty's", Lewis says bowing
Lewis had black hair and gold eyes. He was 6'2 and appeared to be changed at the age of 23.
"I am Brooke. Lewis's mate", Brooke says
Brooke had brown hair and gold eyes she was 5'9 and appeared to be changed at the age of 19.
"Welcome all it is a pleasure meeting you. We have animal blood around the hall for you. Please drink your fill", I say
"Thank you Your Majesty. We will. I hope we get a chance to talk to you later in the night", Aaron says
"I do too. Please go and enjoy yourselves", I say to them as they leave
The next Coven came and bowed to us.
"I am Theo head of the French Coven", Theo says with a French accent
Theo was 6'4 with blonde hair and red eyes. He was changed at the age of 25.
"I am Louise. Theo's mate", the woman says from Theo's side
Louise was 5'6 with blonde hair and red eyes. She appeared to be 24.
"I am Mathis", the other male says
Mathis was 6'1 with light brown hair and red eyes. He appeared to be 19.
"I am Zoe. Mathis's mate", the female says next to him
Zoe was 5'6 with red hair and red eyes. She appeared to be 18.
"Welcome to Volterra Theo, Louise, Mathis and Zoe. I hope you enjoy your stay here", Marcus says
"We will your Majesty's. It has been a honour meeting you", Theo replies
"Go and enjoy yourselves I think we can talk more later", Aro says
"Your Majesty's", the French Coven says bowing and leaving
The next Coven came and they had 5 members.
"I am Alvaro head of the Spanish Coven these are Daniela my mate, Javier and his mate Claudia and Valeria ", Alvaro says introducing all of them
"It is a please meeting the Spanish Coven. Welcome to Volterra. I hope you have a good night tonight", Aro says smiling
"We will your Majesty. Thank you for inviting us to the ball", Daniela says curtsying
"It was our pleasure", Alyssa says softly
"We will leave you too the rest of your guests", Alvaro says leaving with his Coven
The next to come were the Swedish Coven, Norwegian Coven, Denmark Coven, Polish Coven, Russian Coven, Japanese Coven, Chinese Coven, Indianan Coven. North Korean Coven, the South Korean Coven, then the Vietnamese Coven.
Then we greeted 5 other Chinese covens, 3 other Russian Covens, 1 Sri Lanka Coven, 2 Thailand Covens, 1 Bangladesh Coven, 3 Mongolian Covens, 1 Nepal Coven, 2 Iran Covens, 2 Jordan Covens, 1 Yemen Coven, 5 Saudi Arabian Covens, 1 Morocco Coven, 4 Kenya Covens, 1 South Africa Coven, 1 Chad Coven, 2 Nigeria Coven, 3 Congo Coven, 2 Tanzanian Coven, 2 Namibia Covens, 1 Somalia Coven, 1 Madagascar Coven, 2 Greenland Covens, 1 Iceland Coven, 2 Turkish Covens, 3 Israeli covens, 2 Hawaiian Covens, 4 Canadian covens, 1 Panama Coven, 1 Guatemala Coven, 1 Belize Coven, 1 Honduras Coven, 1 Nicaragua Coven, 1 El Salvador Coven, 1 Costa Rica Coven, 2 Mexican Coven, 1 Cuba Coven, 1 Chile Coven, 2 Argentina covens, 1 Peru Coven, 2 Venezuela Covens, 2 Colombia Covens, 1 Ecuador Coven, 2 Bolivia Coven, 2 Finland Covens, 4 Greek Coven, 2 Ukraine Covens, 4 German Covens, 1 Croatian Coven, 2 Bulgarian Coven. 9 USA Covens, 6 Australian Covens, 3 New Zealand Covens, 4 Indonesian Covens. We also meet 45 Nomads and another 10 Covens.
Now it was time to meet the Denali's and the Cullen's I take a deep breath to centre myself. Caius grabs my hand and squeezes it as they approach.
"Hello again King Aro I am sure you know my Coven", a dark haired man says
"I do. But the new King and Queens don't. Why don't you all introduce yourselves?" Aro asks
"Sure. Your Majesty's I am Eleazar Denali", the dark brown haired man says
He was 5'11 with dark brown hair and golden eyes. He appeared to be changed at the age of 27.
"I am Carmen Denali. Eleazar's mate", Carmen says
Carmen had dark brown hair and gold eyes. She was 5'5 and appeared to be 25 years old
"I am Garrett Denali", Garrett says
Garrett was 6'2. He had sandy blonde hair and gold eyes.
"I am Katrina. But please call me Kate. I am Garrett's mate", Kate says
Kate was 5'6 with long blonde hair and golden eyes she appeared to be only 20.
"I am Tanya Denali I am the leader of this coven", Tanya says
Tanya was 5'5 with long strawberry blonde hair and golden eyes. She appeared to be only 21.
"I am Irina Denali", Irina says
Irina was 5'2 with pale blonde hair and she appeared to be only 19.
"I am Laurent Denali I am mated to Irina", Laurent says looking at me curiously
Laurent was 5'9 with black hair and gold eyes. He was about 40 years old when he was changed. He had stuck to the Vegetarian diet. That must of took a long time.
"Laurent it is good to see you again. This time in a good place", I say softly
"It is good to see you again Queen Isabella. I take it you are now mated to King Caius?" Laurent asks
"Yes I am. And now you have found your mate I am happy for you", I says smiling
I hear a growl and I know it is Edward's. Too bad he was not getting me back.
"I wish you great happiness my Queen", Laurent says bowing
"Thank you Laurent please enjoy the ball. Maybe we can talk later", I reply
"It would be my pleasure to talk to a Queen of Volturi", he replies
Edward growls again and I am about to get feed up with him.
"Carlisle old friend it has been so long", Aro says to Carlisle
"It has Aro. It is a pleasure to be here", Carlisle says looking at me
"Why don't you introduce yourself to the new Queens and King?" Aro says
"Alright. I am Carlisle Andrew Cullen", Carlisle says bowing to us
At least he has manners. I wonder if the others do.
"I am Esme Anne Cullen. I am mated to Carlisle", Esme says looking at me
I ignore their looks. I am not in the mood to deal with them.
"I am Emmett Matthew McCarty Cullen", Emmett says bouncing up and down
I look into his thoughts and he is excited to see me again and he wants to spar with some of the guard. I immediately send those thoughts to Aro.
"I am Rosalie Lillian Hale. Emmett's mate", Rosalie says glaring at me.
I return her glare. I am not frightened by her anymore. I am Queen and she is not. She has to show me some respect. And get over herself. Not everything is about her.
"I am Jasper John Whitlock Cullen", Jasper says bowing
I look into his thoughts and can tell he was trying to keep Alice and Edward in line. I guess he can tell I am happy even without his power working.
"I am Mary Alice Brandon Cullen but please call me Alice. I am Jasper's mate", Alice says looking at me with a pleading expression
I ignore that. And have my glare on so does my Caius.
"You already know who I am. Bella come here", Edward demands
"She is not going with you Cullen. She is my mate and you will do well to remember that", Caius growls
I take his hand calming him down but only just.
"I am Queen Isabella to you Mr Cullen", I say harshly
"You will always be my Bella. I am sorry I left you. But it was for your own protection and your fathers. Now you are both Vampires. Something I never wanted for you", Edward explains
"And you both drink human blood. Bella how could you?" Alice says looking in disgust at Dad and my red eyes
"For your information we drink the blood of criminals and we have our own blood bank", Caius says harshly
"Calm down my love they are not worth it", I say in his ear
He nods and settles down.
"Do you know the horrible things he has down? How can you marry a monster?" Edward growls
"I know. I was there for some of them. I have been here for over three centuries", I say glaring at Edward didn't he know when to shut up?
I can feel Jasper pushing out the calm trying to calm Edward and Alice down. I read Carlisle's thoughts and he wanted to stay here in Volturi and get to know Dad and I again. I mentally sigh and give in. Some of them is harm to stay made at like Emmett in his thoughts he really wanted to talk to me. But Rosalie's thoughts made me mad. As all she was thinking about is having children and forcing the person who did this to do it too her. But too bad I would never do it.
"If you want to stay in the Volturi Castle you will have to go by our rules. Like the North Wing and Garden are out of bounds for you. You will be housed in the West Wing that is for our guests", I say sternly
Aro, Sulpicia, Marcus, Didyme, Caius, Dad, Alyssa and the others know I was going to do this because I showed them before I asked.
"Thank you your Majesty. We will leave you in peace now", Carlisle says
"I will win you back Bella", Edward says confidently
"I would like to see that Mr Cullen. And I am Queen Isabella to you", I growl
Emmett and Jasper basically drag Edward and Alice away. I sigh in relief. Finally the introductions are over. Aro gives the signal to begin the music.
"Will you honour me with a dance my North Star?" Caius asks standing up and offering his hand
"Yes I will my love", I say taking his hand
Caius and I follow Aro, Sulpicia, Marcus, Didyme, Dad and Alyssa to the dance floor. We dance regally. The Covens were staring at us in awe. We danced beautiful. I was really enjoyed myself. That was too the music stopped and Caius looked at me. The others move off the dance floor.
"What are you doing Caius?" I ask as everyone is watching us
"I have to say something to give you and say", Caius says looking nervous
"What?" I ask
"Isabella Marie Volturi will you be mine for all of Eternity?" Caius asks opening a jewellery case with an Emerald middle and diamonds around it. With the birth stones of our children.
"Yes. A thousand times yes", I say smiling
I hear a big growl but I couldn't care less. Caius puts the ring on my finger and spins me around. I kiss him passionately and he me. I look at me Eternity Ring and small Caius was all mine.
"I have one last gift for you. Demetri", Caius calls
Demetri is quickly at our side with a small flat box which he hands to Caius.
"This is for you my North Star. It is an Eternity Necklace and earrings", Caius says opening the box
The necklace was gold and had diamonds through it. The earrings looked liked leaf's and had diamonds in it. They were beautiful.
"Do I have to put it on myself?" I ask with a smile
Caius takes my original necklace and earring off. And hands it to Demetri. Then he picks up the necklace and puts it on me. Same with the earrings. I smile and kiss my mate and everyone cheers and claps. I know I heard another growl. Put I couldn't care less. Caius is the most amazing person on the planet
"Congratulations", Sulpicia says hugging me and Caius
"Well done brother. It looks amazing on her", Aro says kissing my cheek
"I agree", Marcus says kissing my cheek as well
"It looks amazing on you", Didyme says hugging me
"Thanks", I say smiling
"You look beautiful baby", Dad says giving me a kiss and a hug
"That necklace and ring both suit you daughter", Alyssa says hugging me
"Look at my granddaughter all grown up", Peter says faking wiping a tear
"I was grown up centuries ago Grandfather", I retort
Peter laughs and kisses my cheek.
My children come around to look at the ring and necklace. They said it was beautiful. Once the family was done the guests start to come over and look and talk to me. I talk to many guests in their home language. That put the Cullen's off balance. And I take great joy in that. That's when Aro tells everyone to grab a drink. I grab a goblet of human blood. I can tell the Cullen's were not pleased with that. But like I said I couldn't care less. I make my way back to my throne standing beside Caius.
"Everyone lets raise our glasses to King Caius and Queen Isabella may they have eternity together", Aro says
Everyone raises their glasses and cheer. We all take our blood and the music starts again. I dance with some of the Vampire males. And thank them for their dance. That's when Edward comes up.
"Dance with me Bella?" he asks taking my hand before I can pull away
"No Mr Cullen. I will not dance with you", I say trying to take my hand away
"You belong with our family Bella", Alice says coming over with the rest of the family
"No I don't. I am Queen Isabella to you or Your Majesty", I say coldly
"Come on Bella. We are your family not these vampires", Alice says
"And look at you, you drink human blood. The Bella we know will never take human blood", Edward adds
"That means I have changed", I say coldly
"How old are you Bella?" Carlisle asks trying to calm Edward and Alice down
"Human age or Vampire age?" I ask amused
"What age were you when you were changed?" Carlisle says
"29. Date of changed October 28th 2016", I reply
"How old are you in Vampire years?" Carlisle asks
"300 give or take a year", I reply, "So that makes me all together 329"
"Are those children really yours?" Esme asks
"Yes they are", I say
"How did you do it? And why do you deserve to have them?" Rosalie snarls
My guard grow tense and come closer. I wave them back.
"That is none of your business. And you should remember who you are talking too", I growl
"Looks like you found the first vampire to change you", Rosalie sneers
"You don't know a thing you stupid blonde. My transformation is my business not any of yours", I snarl, "Now let go of my arm"
Edward just tightens his grip. So I do the only thing I can do I push my Physical shield out strongly pushing them all away. Everyone stops talking looking at me in awe especially Eleazar.
"What was that?" Emmett asks not fazed that I throw him across the room
"That was my Physical Shield. And you will do well to remember that power", I say turning around and going to my throne where Caius was waiting looking smug
I kiss him and he kisses me.
"That was great my North Star. I was worried for a minute but that was great", Caius says as we sit down
"You won't have to worry about me. But it is sweet you do", I says kissing him
"That Cullen is possessive", Caius says to me
"I know. He always wanted to control me. I never realised it until you showed me a real relationship", I reply
"I would never try and control you", Caius promises kissing me
I see my kids and the others mingling with the Covens and I was pleased. They will make good friends with the other Covens. It was nearly Midnight when I told my children to go to bed. They went saying goodbye to their new friends they made. Now it was just all the vampires were drinking and dancing. I joined in a couple of more songs before I think it is time for me and Caius to retire for the rest of the night.
We slowly make our way out. Saying goodbye to some of the covens that were not staying. Soon we find our way into our quarters. I take off my jewellery.
"I think I will take of that dress", Caius says huskily in my ear
I shiver in pleasure. Tonight is still going to be a good night…
Jasper's POV
The line to meet their Majesty's was long and Edward and Alice were getting antsy. They wanted to see Bella now. But I don't think it will be that simple.
Finally it was our turn. We go up with the Denali's.
"Hello again King Aro I am sure you know my Coven", Eleazar says
"I do. But the new King and Queens don't. Why don't you all introduce yourselves?" King Aro asks
"Sure. Your Majesty's I am Eleazar Denali", Eleazar replies
"I am Carmen Denali. Eleazar's mate", Carmen says
"I am Garrett Denali", Garrett says
"I am Katrina. But please call me Kate. I am Garrett's mate", Kate says
"I am Tanya Denali I am the leader of this coven", Tanya says
"I am Irina Denali", Irina says
"I am Laurent Denali I am mated to Irina", Laurent says looking at me curiously
"Laurent it is good to see you again. This time in a good place", Bella says softly
"It is good to see you again Queen Isabella. I take it you are now mated to King Caius?" Laurent asks
"Yes I am. And now you have found your mate I am happy for you", Bella says smiling
Edward growls and I send other dose of calm at him.
"I wish you great happiness my Queen", Laurent says bowing
"Thank you Laurent please enjoy the ball. Maybe we can talk later", Bella replies
"It would be my pleasure to talk to a Queen of Volturi", he replies
Edward growls again and I quietly sigh this was not going to be good.
"Carlisle old friend it has been so long", Aro says to Carlisle
"It has Aro. It is a pleasure to be here", Carlisle says looking at Bella
"Why don't you introduce yourself to the new Queens and King?" Aro says
"Alright. I am Carlisle Andrew Cullen", Carlisle says bowing to us
"I am Esme Anne Cullen. I am mated to Carlisle", Esme says looking at Bella
"I am Emmett Matthew McCarty Cullen", Emmett says bouncing up and down
"I am Rosalie Lillian Hale. Emmett's mate", Rosalie says glaring at Bella.
Bella glares at Rosalie. She is not that shy any more.
"I am Jasper John Whitlock Cullen", I say bowing
"I am Mary Alice Brandon Cullen but please call me Alice. I am Jasper's mate", Alice says looking at Bella with a pleading expression
Bella ignores her and both she and Caius have their glare on.
"You already know who I am. Bella come here", Edward demands
"She is not going with you Cullen. She is my mate and you will do well to remember that", Caius growls
"I am Queen Isabella to you Mr Cullen", Bella says harshly
"You will always be my Bella. I am sorry I left you. But it was for your own protection and your fathers. Now you are both Vampires. Something I never wanted for you", Edward explains
I feel how jealous and possessive he is and I know this is not going to end well.
"And you both drink human blood. Bella how could you?" Alice says looking in disgust at King Charles and Bella's red eyes
"For your information we drink the blood of criminals and we have our own blood bank", Caius says harshly
"Calm down my love they are not worth it", Bella says in his ear
He nods and settles down.
"Do you know the horrible things he has down? How can you marry a monster?" Edward growls
"I know. I was there for some of them. I have been here for over three centuries", Bella says glaring at Edward.
I push out a large dose of calm hoping Edward will shut up before they have us in the dungeons.
"If you want to stay in the Volturi Castle you will have to go by our rules. Like the North Wing and Garden are out of bounds for you. You will be housed in the West Wing that is for our guests", Bella says sternly
"Thank you your Majesty. We will leave you in peace now", Carlisle says
"I will win you back Bella", Edward says confidently
"I would like to see that Mr Cullen. And I am Queen Isabella to you", I growl
Emmett and I basically drag Edward and Alice away.
"What was that all about? The Volturi are very powerful. You should not make them angry. Keep your emotions in check. Before we are put in the dungeons. We are lucky they are letting as stay here", Carlisle says sternly to Alice and Edward
"But she is mine Carlisle. I want her back", Edward whines
"I know son but this is not the way to do it", Carlisle replies sternly
That's when the Royals start dancing. The move with more grace then I ever knew was possible. Bella didn't even trip once. She was as graceful as the others.
The music stopped after 3 dances and Caius looks at Bella with so much love in his eyes. That I knew getting Bella away from Caius was impossible. I sigh this is going to make Edward and Alice impossible.
"What are you doing Caius?" Bella asks him
We all watch silently. Wondering what was happening.
"I have to say something to give you and say", Caius says looking nervous
Which I didn't think possible for a King of the Vampire world.
"What?" Bella asks
"Isabella Marie Volturi will you be mine for all of Eternity?" Caius asks opening a jewellery case that I assume has a ring in it.
I hear Edward give a low growl.
"Shut up Edward", Rosalie snaps getting sick of what he was doing.
But I could feel the Rosalie didn't care about Bella. That she was jealous and angry with her.
"Yes. A thousand times yes", Bella says smiling
That's when Edward lets out a big growl and I send a wave of calm at him.
"Edward please be quiet. She will come to you all you have to do is wait", Esme says reassuring her son
I roll my eyes I don't think that will happen. They were too madly in love.
"I have one last gift for you. Demetri", Caius calls
A guard comes with a small flat box which he hands to Caius.
"This is for you my North Star. It is an Eternity Necklace and earrings", Caius says opening the box
"Do I have to put it on myself?" Bella asks with a smile
Caius takes the original necklace and earrings off that she had worn to the ball and hands it to the guard. Then he picks up the necklace and puts it on her. Same with the earrings. Bella smiles and kisses Caius and everyone cheers and claps.
Edward and Alice growl and I send another load of calm at them. Hoping they were not going to say anything.
I note Peter laughs and kisses Bella's cheek. They were obviously close.
Bella talks to mast of the guests in their own language she spoke many different languages and that was a surprise. Half the time we didn't have a clue what they were saying.
That's when Aro tells everyone to grab a drink. I grab a goblet of animal blood. I did notice that Bella grabbed Human blood. I can't believe she doesn't drink animal blood.
"Everyone lets raise our glasses to King Caius and Queen Isabella may they have eternity together", Aro says
Everyone raises their glasses and cheer. We all take our blood and the music starts again. After Bella had danced with most of the male vampire we make our way over to her.
"Dance with me Bella?" Edward asks taking her hand
Why can't Edward get a hint. She didn't look happy with Edward having her hand.
"No Mr Cullen. I will not dance with you", Bella says trying to take her hand away
"You belong with our family Bella", Alice says
"No I don't. I am Queen Isabella to you or Your Majesty", Bella says coldly
Her voice giving me the chills. She spoke so coldly. Not like she did to us when we knew her.
"Come on Bella. We are your family not these vampires", Alice says
"And look at you, you drink human blood. The Bella we know will never take human blood", Edward adds
"That means I have changed", Bella says coldly
"How old are you Bella?" Carlisle asks
I try again the calm Edward and Alice down. As they are not liking her cold attitude.
"Human age or Vampire age?" Bella asks amused
"What age were you when you were changed?" Carlisle asks
"29. Date of changed October 28th 2016", Bella replies
Wow she was changed so old. I wonder why she wasn't changed to she was 29.
"How old are you in Vampire years?" Carlisle asks
"300 give or take a year", Bella replies, "So that makes me all together 329"
"Are those children really yours?" Esme asks
"Yes they are", Bella says
"How did you do it? And why do you deserve to have them?" Rosalie snarls
I see her guard tense and are ready to spring towards us. But Bella waves them away. I send a dose of calm at Rosalie hoping she will close her mouth.
"That is none of your business. And you should remember who you are talking too", Bella growls
"Looks like you found the first vampire to change you", Rosalie says
I nearly slap myself. Of course she didn't shut her mouth.
"You don't know a thing you stupid blonde. My transformation is my business not any of yours", Bella snarls, "Now let go of my arm"
Edward tightens his grip on her and suddenly we are all flying and hit the front wall. What the heck just happened?
"What was that?" Emmett asks not fazed.
Emmett was really excited.
"That was my Physical Shield. And you will do well to remember that power", Bella says turning around and going to her throne where Caius was waiting looking smug
We go back over to the Denali's. To talk about what just happened.
"I think your Bella is the shield. That was a physical shield and it is highly likely she has a mental shield as well. So be careful. Don't piss her off", Eleazar warns
I can tell Edward and Alice were not listening. Their eyes still on Bella. Later in the night Bella and Caius retire to their rooms. So do most other people who were staying. We were shown to our rooms in the West Wing of the Castle. That's when we hear.
"OH CAIUS MORE", Bella yells
Edward and Alice growl and start to make their way to the door. But Emmett and I catch them.
"Stop you can't do anything about it. Go to your rooms and unpack. We will deal with all of this in the morning", Carlisle orders
I can feel Carlisle's anxiety about the whole thing and Esme's. Everyone was wondering what is to come. I hope Edward, Alice and Rosalie calm down before they put us in the dungeon. I take Alice to our room and help her unpack tonight was a big night and I only assume morning will be the same…
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