Dorothea Caddel, is born into a wealthy family that can easily give her a plane or a planet to her wishes but what if something deep is hidden in the mask of a perfect family, a devil that she fears but soon learns to accept as love. That story chan...
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The 10-hour flight would have been exhausting for most, especially those who couldn't fall asleep, but for Jasper and Dorothea, it was nothing but indulgent with entertainment and playful games. Their time was filled with make-out sessions, teasing, and laughter, the perfect way to pass the time.
Upon arriving in Italy, they were greeted by the Volturi guard twins, Jane and Alec. Dorothea squeezed Jasper's arm for comfort before rushing off to hug Alec, who had his arms open wide for her, while Jane and Jasper exchanged a silent, tense stare, as if ready to spring into conflict at any moment.
"How was the trip? I hope it was pleasant, or Aro won't be pleased," Jane remarked with a cool tone, while Alec grinned at Dorothea's response. "The best flight I've ever had," Dorothea smiled, receiving a goofy grin from Alec as he helped carry some of their bags.
"Jane, how have you been?" Dorothea asked, shifting her attention to the woman. Jane didn't respond immediately, just gave a dismissive scoff before walking away. Alec followed after her, leaving the couple to share a moment.
"Well, she's friendly, isn't she?" Jasper remarked, raising an eyebrow.
"Don't take it to heart, Jas. She's just a little... bitter," Dorothea replied, brushing it off before pecking him on the cheek. Jasper smirked at her, still finding amusement in her unbothered nature as he led her off toward Alec.
The car ride was awkward, to say the least, with Jane and Jasper exchanging occasional glares while Alec and Dorothea fell into easy conversation as if they'd known each other for ages, which they did. Jasper would smile whenever Dorothea stole a glance at him, but sometimes his attention drifted to the outside landscape, while Jane's snickering could be heard in the background, making the silence even more uncomfortable.
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Upon arriving at the Volturi's headquarters, Aro greeted them enthusiastically, "Welcome! Welcome! Welcome!" His arms spread wide as he energetically approached them.
Jasper had initially thought he might feel intimidated by Aro's exuberance, but with Dorothea by his side, he felt calmer. She whispered reassurance to him, convincing him that they wouldn't harm him as long as she was there.
Dorothea flashed Aro, Marcus, and Caius a genuine smile as they made their way inside. Aro examined them both intently before giving orders for their luggage to be taken to Dorothea's room. "Come inside! You must be exhausted!" Aro called out, his voice high-pitched with excitement.
The couple followed without hesitation, their only company being Marcus and Caius, who trailed behind in silence, observing. Dorothea seemed amused by Aro's high energy, his excitement noticeably different from his usual calm demeanor.
The tour of the Volturi's impressive headquarters began, with Jasper listening closely to everything Aro said as if preparing for a test. Dorothea, on the other hand, casually engaged in conversation with Marcus, who was always willing to answer her questions, while Caius remained stoic and distant, which amused Dorothea to no end.
The tour ended in the magnificent throne room, where Aro made a dramatic turn, his cape swirling behind him. He locked eyes with everyone in the room before making a request he'd clearly been eager to ask.
"May I go through your memories?" Aro asked, holding out his hand expectantly.
Jasper hesitated for a moment, glancing at Aro's open palm, before looking at Dorothea. Her expression was calm, but there was a subtle tension in her stance. Slowly, she wrapped her hands around Jasper's arm, giving him a reassuring squeeze while nodding at him.
What Jasper didn't realize was that Dorothea wasn't just offering him comfort—she was using her power secretly to block any unwanted memories from being read, particularly those involving Edward and Bella, or her own powers.
Aro leaned in, his smile widening as he touched Jasper's hand and delved into his memories, exploring his life from his human days to his transformation into a vampire. When Aro stumbled upon memories of Dorothea, the smile on his face grew even wider, thoroughly enjoying the glimpses of their intimate moments.
Finally, Aro stepped back, releasing Jasper's hand as he addressed his brothers with pride. "Brothers! We shall embrace this young fellow into our family! He has stolen our cherished one's heart and soul! I approve of this relationship!"
"But he has a diverse diet! How is he going to manage dinner with us?" Caius interjected, his voice laced with suspicion. Dorothea immediately stepped in, her tone calm and polite.
"Carlisle provided some animal blood bags for Jasper. Thank you for your concern, Uncle Caius," she said, smoothing over the situation with ease. Caius let out a displeased scoff, while Aro grinned proudly at how smoothly Dorothea handled the situation, unruffled by any challenge.
Everyone turned to Marcus, waiting for his verdict on the couple. His face remained poker-straight at first, giving nothing away. However, as he watched how tightly Dorothea clung to Jasper and the way Jasper gazed at her as though she were his entire world, a rare, honest smile slowly crept across his face.
"I don't repudiate," Marcus said softly, his voice carrying a hint of admiration. "Young love. Oh, how I envy it."
Dorothea gave him a bitter smile in response but remained silent. She could feel the weight of the moment and, knowing that it might be a bit too much for Marcus, quickly decided to steer the conversation elsewhere.
"Then pardon our manners," Dorothea interjected, her tone smooth but purposeful. "I shall bring Jasper to my room so we can prepare for tonight. I'm sure your schedule is quite packed, and there are things to establish."
Aro gave a single nod of agreement, his smile as wide as ever, showing no signs of concern. The three dominant vampires—Aro, Caius, and Marcus—watched as the couple made their way out of the throne room, their arms around each other. The air around them seemed to hum with pride, and for a fleeting moment, it was clear that the Volturi were impressed by the connection between Jasper and Dorothea.
Once the couple was out of sight, Aro's smirk grew wider, his voice filled with anticipation. "If we can have Dorothea back in our coven... Not only will we get princess, but we will also gain that man's great abilities. He seems to follow around Dorothea blindly, with love."
Caius bowed in recognition, clearly intrigued by the potential power they could gain from Jasper, though he remained cautious of the situation. However, Marcus's usual stone-faced expression returned, though privately, his thoughts were clouded with concern. He knew the weight of what it meant for Dorothea and Jasper, and the complexity of their bond left him with quiet worries for both of them.
