CH. 7 (Emmett)

Carlisle had called ahead and spoken with Aro, He told him of my intention and Aro agreed to have me stay with them as a guest. I only planned to stay there for three days. I figured that would be a sufficient amount of time to talk everything out and i could then figure out if i was still in Love with Rosalie or if I indeed needed to move on.

Two years can change a person. This much i know.

Upon arrival, Aro had sent Alec to pick me up. I didn't mind Alec, it was his evil twin sister who irked me.

"I hope your flight was suitable for your taste." Alec said, attempting to make small talk.

"It was fine, uh, thank you"

"Rosalie has made a fine addition to the Volturi guard. She and Heidi make an excellent duo." Alec continued.

I sighed and replied."That's wonderful news." I said, not really listening to what he had said once he said HER name.

Soon we got to the car and we rode in silence for the rest of the way there.

Not one to waver from my "diet" I asked where i could hunt and Alec gave me directions to the nearest woods.

We arrived at the palace in no time and i was nervous, i hadn't seen HER in two years, what if she wanted nothing to do with me but at first glance i fall in love with her all over again?

As we walked past the fountain a little girl with red hair ran past me and instantly an image of Red popped into my head.

Her beautiful face smiling up at me, her blue eyes shining. I smiled at the image and somehow got the strength to continue walking, if anything i was doing this to give us a chance, to give Red a chance.

I wondered what she was doing right now. She was probably asleep. I wonder what it would feel like to have her sleeping in my arms in that big ass bed Alice put in my room.

I was now right outside of the doors that lead to the throne room, here the Volturi conduct sentencings and their feedings.

The heavy doors opened for Alec and I, and in we walked.

"Ah Emmett Cullen, thank you for coming by and visiting us. We do love when our Cullen friends come by. Pray tell me, how is my old friend Carlisle?" Aro spoke standing to greet me.

"He is doing well, we just moved, Washington was getting too familiar for us. But Carlisle sends his best and hopes you are all well and in good health." I said with forced politeness and pleasantries.

"Always the doting friend. Well Please make yourself at home here, but stay too long and we may just try and recruit you too." Aro said chuckling to himself. "Felix, show Emmett to his quarters. Oh and Emmett." He said making me turn back around to face him. "We eat around 7pm but we will respect your wishes if you choose not to dine with us, there is a small woods a few miles away from here."

After these words i was dismissed.

I saw neither Blake or Rosalie and i hated Felix so i was in a shitty mood.

I followed Felix down a few tunnels and then up some stairs as he finally brought me to my room.

"If you need anything, Tomas, your cleaning boy will attend to them. He usually comes by twice a day to clean up and check on our guests." Felix stated without meeting my eyes and his fists balled.

We've never liked each other and i have always wanted to fight him, this was no secret to anyone including him.

I grunted to let him know I heard him and then slammed the door in his face.

I heard him growl and stomp away.

I sat in the uncomfortably fancy chair in front of the blazing fireplace. I pulled out my laptop and plugged in my head phones, i went and put it on ESPN radio and listened as they talked about the sports highlights and the latest scores.

A few hours later, i had gone through five different movies that i had downloaded onto my laptop and i was tired of listening to my iPod, i put my things away and suddenly there was a knock on the door.

My insides were panicking, i was here to see Rosalie but now i didn't want to.

I wasn't ready.

I sighed at my weakness, I collected my cool and got up to open the door.

"Hello sir, i have come to clean your room and master Aro has asked me to bring these to you." the young boy said, he looked to be no older than 12, but his eyes glowed ruby red so i knew he was a vamp immediately.

"Thanks. Um, do you know where Rosalie is?" I asked lamely.

"Yes sir, She and Prince Blake have retired to their quarters for the night."

"Alright, thanks." The boy nodded and began to walk around the room, meticulously cleaning an already spotless room.

He soon left and i was once again alone.

I remembered that the boy had handed me some stuff from Aro, One was a map, another was a local paper with festivities listed on it with dates and times. and last was an envelope, on it was scribbled my name in a hand writing i did not recognize.

I opened it and read.

---Emmett Cullen, how spectacular you could come and visit, please forgive The Princess and I for not being present at your arrival. I am sure you can imagine that being a Royal comes with many a responsibilities and in turn makes us very important and busy individuals. My Wife and I are scheduled to be in Egypt this weekend but shall be back in time to see you off. We apologize that we were scheduled to be elsewhere during your visit to Italy. We hope you enjoy your time here regardless, With regards. ~Prince Blake Aloicious son of Caius of The Volutri Guard---

I slouched into the same hard chair and closed my eyes. I wanted to be mad, but I found that I wasn't. So apparently Rosalie and Blake are married now. Hmm, good for her, i guess.

Suddenly my cell phone vibrated. I looked at the screen and saw the picture of Alice, i was starting to worry she only calls when she sees something.

"Hello?" I asked worriedly.

"Hey Em." She said, laughter in her voice. It eased my tension a bit and I stopped worrying.

She continued. "I was just wondering if it would be ok if Elle slept in your room tonight, we're having a sleep over but you know she can't stay in any of our rooms."

I smiled at the thought of Red's sleeping form in my bed.

"Yeah, that's fine." I said with a huge grin plastered on my face.

"Thanks Em, Bye." She said on the verge of laughing, i could hear the slight echo so i knew i was on speaker, i figured Red was in the room with her listening to our conversation. So now would be as good a time as any to man up and apologize for being an asshole.

"Hey Alice," I said. "C-can you, um, can you tell her I said Hi and i'm sorry for being a jerk." I was kind of worried that she would reject me after what i had pulled yesterday at school.

"Yeah Em, i'll tell her." Alice said softly no trace of any more amusement.

"See you soon Little Sis." I said.

"See ya Em. You're doing the right thing and i'm really proud of you." She said and hung up.

Her words made me feel better, i knew i was doing the right thing, i need to do this for Red and I, no matter how bad i feel and how much i don't want to be here, in the end it would be worth it.

Since i knew Rosalie was in her room and would be gone in the morning i decided to go for a hunt and i decided i would take in some of the local scenery as well.

I downed two Lynx and a wild boar for good measure. Once i was out of the woods i ran to Rome and saw a bunch of tourists.

There was a lot of happy faces amongst the crowd of locals and tourists, i snapped a few pics with my phone, it's not often we Cullens come to Italy.

I found myself standing in front of the Trevi Fountain, suddenly i remember an old song from the 50's called "Three Coins in a Fountain".

I smiled thinking of Red and then held three coins in my right hand, turned my back to the fountain, and then tossed the coins over my right shoulder. Legend has it you have to toss in three coins to have your wish of true love granted.

I sat down on the steps and watched all of the happy couples walk around the streets of Rome. I got up and decided to walk and take in more sights, i know Esme and Ness will want to see the pictures.

I tired of Rome and took off running to Venice.

By the time i got there The sun was setting and the sky was an amazing purple color, i watched as people took gondola rides, i leaned against the bridge and looked out into the water, i imagined what it would be like to be here, in Italy, visiting all of the major spots, with Red. She would like them, she seems like the kind of girl that is impressed with little things. Not like Rose, she demanded extravagance and luxury.

I shook my head at my mindless comparisons.

Soon enough time got away from me as i began wondering around the city, i noticed it was close to 1am.

I decided to go back to Volterra and retire to my room. I would visit Milan and possibly Naples tomorrow, then Monday my flight is at noon.

If i could i would leave and go back home right this minute, I wonder what Red would do if she woke up and i was in bed with her. I couldn't help but let out a laugh. I haven't laughed like that in ages.

But sadly, i am not a quitter, i came to do something and i won't be leaving until i see Rosalie, only then i will have my answer, then i will know i can go ahead and pursue things with Red.

I got to the Palace and made my way up to the room.

I sat in the chair with my headphones once again listening to my iPod. Then Carlisle's question popped into my head. "Can you live without Elleen in your life."

...No.

I knew now that i couldn't, it hurt right now to know that she's so far away, sleeping in my bed, and sadly i'm here stuck in a hard ass chair that's probably older than i am.

I chuckled a bit.

I felt like a fucking lunatic, thinking about a red headed girl i hardly know.

I've only known her a day, but in that one day she had made such a huge impact.

Sunday came and went, i played tourist again and snapped even more pictures. I was antsy for Monday to come so i could go back home and be near Red, maybe i could ask Alice to invite her over, I had to make things right with her personally. At the very least it would give me an opportunity to simply look at her.

I sighed, i can't believe i had resorted practically to desperate stalker mode.

Monday morning came quickly, i spent my day in the throne room with Aro, Caius, and Marcus.

Marcus had been looking at me from the corner of his eye, Caius got up to fetch Blake, complaining "If you want anything done you had to do it yourself." Aro's attention had been drawn away by Jane and Marcus signalled for me to stand by his side.

I walked over to his right side and he smiled up at me, not leaving his seat.

"I can see that you are a man in love, it's rare that i get to see a young Vampire in love these days. The girl must be something special to make a man of your stature practically glow with happiness." Marcus said.

His words caught me of guard, i had forgotten his gift. He is relationship identification. If he saw Red and i as a couple and so had Alice then i knew it was meant to be. I smiled a huge smile at him .

"Yes sir, she is quite a special creature, that defies my senses. Now all i need to do is properly ask her to be my girlfriend." I admitted.

He let out a throaty chuckle that seemed to have winded him and cause Aro and Jane to look at us.

"Ah Young Love, it is always a treat. Do what you must but don't wait too long young one, i feel that this one is fiery and may make you work for her love." Marcus said smiling still.

Aro and Jane said nothing because soon Caius entered the room with Blake and Rosalie.

I watched as Caius took his seat in his throne and Blake and Rosalie stood behind him.

Marcus shook my hand and i went to stand in front of the three Men.

I locked eyes with Rosalie and felt nothing but gratitude. I now knew i was no longer in love with her, and i questioned if i ever truly loved her.

She turned her head when Blake whispered something.

I then realized she was no longer Rose, She wasn't the same spunky girl who saved me from a bear. No she was Princess Rosalie of The Volturi Guard, she even had the bright Scarlet eyes to prove it. She was a cold and beautiful murder. I felt sad for her, and hoped that she was happy with this new life.

"Thank you Aro, Caius, and Marcus for allowing me to be your guest. It was a pleasurable and a very enlightening trip, i found myself as well as answers to questions that i had been having for some time now. For that i thank you again, and with that i take my leave." I said smiling a genuine smile.

They all bid me farewell.

I got onto the plane and popped in my headphones and found the perfect song for my situation with Rosalie. I shook my head still smiling.

I was on my way home.

On my way back to Red.