TAINTED BLOOD (Aro Volturi X Reader)

Dancing

Amidst the towering grandeur of the Volturi, a tale of love and power unfolded between Aro and Y/N as the days come to pass.

Y/N found herself drawn to Aro's enigmatic presence each day. Within the confines of his chamber, they spent countless hours in each other's arms. Every evening Aro would take Y/N to their secluded spot past the gardens to help her magical abilities.

As the morning sun peeked through the windows, Aro would depart for his duties in the trial hall, leaving Y/N to explore the vast library. In her spare moments, Y/N sought solace in the company of Athenodora. Together, they confided in each other.

Y/N's days also included rigorous training sessions with Lucian. Especially hearing his worries and complaints about fellow vampires always made Y/N laugh. As the days turned into weeks, Y/N and Aro's bond grew stronger. They shared meals in Aro's grand dining hall, where they discussed philosophy, history, and the complexities of life. In the evenings, they retreated to Aro's chamber, where they whispered secrets and kissed under the soft glow of candlelight.

Most times, Aro would play his piano-forte whenever he had a real stressful day in trials, Y/N noticed this as usual, and she would join him in solitude. She would sing sweet lullabies that lulled Aro's heart as his fingers danced upon the keys, reminding him of a time when he concealed a mortal soul. Each day he found himself falling more in love with her. Just like how he loved the tea she made him every day. For some reason she was consistent he drinks a full cup.

Aro's favorite day was when he was off from Volturi duties. Carlisle suggested Aro take time away from his duties at least once a week. So, Aro decided to let Caius take over the Volturi duties once a week. This allowed him to enjoy his days with Y/N. He would watch her from afar as she basked in the tranquil beauty of the Volturi gardens. He would describe and name all the blossoms for Y/N's curiosity, while she taught him about all the herbal plants and their medicinal uses. He even allowed her to start growing her own plants within the garden.

However, danger still lurked within the Volturi walls. Darkness was still waiting to consume Y/N if she left Volterra. Y/N still sensed someone was watching her whenever she was by herself. Especially in the courtyard, garden and in the abyss of the corridors. Even Marcus snarled her name whenever they caught eye of each other. This was no different whenever Y/N joined Aro on a few Volturi duties. She sensed his glare running an uneasy shiver up her spine.

The Venice Carnival was approaching and there was a Ball to attend soon. Y/N was seeking her friend Athenodora. She searched down every corridor, ever grand hall within the ancient walls, and peered around the gardens. She was nowhere to be seen. When Y/N came across Jane, she didn't know of her whereabouts. That is when she came across Lucian. He seemed to be whittling a small piece of wood with his knife outside on the step leading to the main entrance.

"Lucian, have you seen Athenodora?" she asked him. He then turned his attention to her. His eyes narrowed in question. She realized he didn't know who she was talking about. that is when she decided to describe her. "Tall woman who walks with importance" she added. "No, I haven't seen such a woman" Lucian stated as he continued his knife work. "What are you making?" Y/N asked as she sat next to Lucian on the step, peering over his hands to see his work.

"I am making a wolf for a little girl in our clan, I promised her I would return on her birthday" Lucian stated with a small smile as he speculated the wood piece he was holding. "That is sweet of you" Y/N pulled her knees up as her arms enveloped them in a tight hug. "Why were you looking for that woman, are you in need of something?" Lucian asked curiously. Possibly he could hear her heart pounding on contemplation. "Actually, I was needing to ask her something" she spoke. "That something is...?" Lucian asked. "I needed her help; I needed her to teach me how to dance..." Y/N turned her head as she whispered the words she spoke. She was slightly embarrassed and felt more ashamed once it left her lips.