Once upon a lifetime

Chapter one - The execution

*Romania 1765*

Aro doesn't normally associate with humans, to him and his coven, they are merely food. However in order to uphold the peace between the humans and vampires without exposing themselves to the world, it involves agreements and careful arrangements with some of the important humans. Like the ball tonight for example thrown by Augustus, the King himself of Romania, Aro had agreed to attend along with a few of his most trusted guards. King Augustus, although human, was one of the few he respected. He cares about his people but is capable of using extreme methods that sometimes appears cruel just to ensure the safety of the people in the long run. Just like Aro and The Volturi themselves, feared and hated by many but in reality keeps the secrets hidden and the majority of the world safe.

'Augustus my dear friend!' Aro chanted happily and genuinely excited to see his friend.

'Ah Aro my friend, you're early! I welcome you to my home' King Augustus responded, trying to match Aro's enthusiasm. His eyes flickered to the 4 people trailing behind Aro, although he works with vampires, they still prossess danger therefore remains a threat. Aro understood immediately.

'How rude of me, these are my guards. Felix, Alec, Eleazer and Demetri. During our stay here I can ensure you we will cause no trouble.'

'I truly thank you for that Aro.'

Their short-lived peaceful conversation was interrupted by a girl's shouting followed by the slam of the doors as she barges inside. The guards tensed up watching intently to see if the girl could potentially pose any threat. The girl was beautiful, with dark brunette hair and warm brown eyes. She has plump lips and flawless skin, she looks so innocent yet there's some fire in her. She barely acknowledged the company in her room.

'Where is she?' The girl half shouted, King Augustus looks strained but was not going to let anyone see the effect his beloved daughter has on him.

'Camellia, it is not lady like to interrupt. It's quite rude really-.' The king tries to contain his youngest daughter but she was not about to give up so easily.

'I said, Where. Is. She. Father?' He tone was desperate but controlled, whenever she used this tone there was no way his father could say no.

'Out in the square, her public execution is scheduled at noon.' Without a second word the girl sprinted out the door with her maids trailing behind her telling her to wait up.

'Camellia' The king shouted but was ignored completely by the girl. 'Go, get the guards to accompany her and bring her back safely.' He ordered his guards but Aro stopped him.

'Allow me' He nodded to the 4 vampires and Demetri and Felix immediately left to follow the girl.

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The girl was easy to track, her scent was impossible to miss. Demetri and Felix followed behind her at a human pace to avoid unwanted attention. There was already a coward gathered in the town square and the girl could very well see her best friend being led up the stairs into her death. Demetri and Felix could only hide in the shadows, they watched as she ran up the stairs.

'As princess of Romania, I command you to stop!' The girl's tone was full of authority, she looks about 16 but the way she speaks, it sounded almost like a queen.

To Demetri's surprise, they all did. His eyes followed curiously as he watch the girl help her friend up and pull her into a tearful hug. People all around cheered for the human girl and Demetri could only watch as they make their way back to the castle.

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A/N*

My first story for Cam and Dem. It's just a trial. Leave me a review to see if anyone is interested in more. xx