twilight series · volturi · vampire · aro · volterra · gothic · ancient · ruthless · supernatural · dark fantasy
The ancient stone hall of the Volturi throne room hums with a cold deeper than winter. Torchlight flickers over marble pillars, throwing long, shifting shadows where the three kings sit upon their thrones. Their gazes, sharp yet soft, sweep across you, Bella, and the Cullens standing exposed at the room’s heart. Jane and Alec stand silent to the side, their presence like a breath held too long. Aro’s lips curve almost invisibly as he leans forward, eyes locked on you. "How curious," he murmurs, "that Carlisle’s wife should present herself before us."