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Reports and Family	By : lileeyore76 Category: Twilight Series > AU/AR > Het > Het Views: 1127 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
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CHAPTER TEN

SIDES

“Are you sure about this?” Amelia asked watching as Kaashaa sat on the steps outside getting her thoughts together. She turned a nervous stare on her mate.

Theron smiled reassuringly, "We can't always jump in and make it right, sometimes the children need to learn how to play nice together. The girls know how to handle themselves by now."

“I’m just worried about this meeting being more than Kaashaa can handle or even her sister.” Amelia stated as the door opened and shut behind Jasper.

Taron looked up from his seat, smiling a bit even if he understood Jasper's trepidation, "If there's one thing I doubt's changed it's the fact that those two are near unstoppable, they might rattle one or the other, but both. Unlikely." he said calmly.

“I just hope Sam listens to Kaash and doesn’t jump the gun. Sam’s not always known for his patience with long stories.” Jake stated as he finished what he was doing.

"She'll be short sweet and to the point." Elyshia disagreed giving her sister a warning look, "Wolves aren't known for patience, Kaash, look at Lucien for example. Keep it short, direct and blunt piss him off once I say not more than that."

“Don’t worry I’ll do him like I do Uncle Lucien. I’ve had lots of experience with Uncle Lucien so it’s no problem deal with Sam.” Kaashaa answered checking over her stuff. She glanced at her watch. “Its time to head out if we’re going to make it for this meeting.” She added nodding once at her sister.

Elyshia nodded and turned to grab her long coat, "Nights are cold up this way." she said pointedly looking at her sister, "We'll be fine."

***

“You’re late.” Sam stated as they approached. The wolves on Sam’s side backed up growling at the newcomers.

“My apologies Sam Uley we would have been here proper but I had to reassure some of my family that we would return safely.” Kaashaa answered looking at the elders on either side of Sam. She recognized Billy and Sue immediately and favored them with a smile.

Elyshia glanced around one hand on Kaashaa's shoulder her pose nonthreatening though this close to them the wolves recognized her for what she could be, and normally would be, a predator and an unscrupulous one at that.

“So you had a different side of the story that you wanted to explain to us?” Billy asked motioning everyone to sit.

“For you to understand why the Volturi would ask you to destroy us yes I must tell you this story.” Kaashaa stated in reply nodding at the others as she sat.

“Then let’s get on with this so we can decide whether or not to kill you.” Paul growled out his eyes leveling on Kaashaa.

“Don’t worry pup you’ll get your chance one of these days to take her on but first you have to grow up.” Lucien answered the growl his voice low as Kaashaa started in on her story.

Kaashaa snorted and all got quiet. “The following story is shortened only to save us all time. I was once betrothed to Caius of the Volturi. He however wanted nothing more than to make me a whore and use me to take over my clan. My sister and father saved me and we left breaking off the engagement. Time came by and Aro contacted my father with news that he needed the help of the White Mountain Clan against another coven who had an immortal child. We investigated by means of following and watching finding out that the child in question was a hybrid like me. Later after much discussion I was sent to observe the Cullens and offer assistance as needed against the Volturi. The Volturi showed up trying to claim me as I did my observation leading to me needing help and eventually falling in love with Jasper. Now Jasper and I are engaged to be married. My family doesn’t wish to take over this land nor do we wish to destroy the Cullens. I have actually made many friends amongst the family and even the wolf pack.” She stated finishing her tale and looking at Sam.

Sam turned and looked at Billy, Sue and some of the others gathered before turning back around to Kaashaa, “So what you’re telling me is that the Volturi are trying to get us to help stop this wedding by killing you all cause Caius is jealous of this relationship?” He asked his eyes leveling a steely gaze on her.

“Something like that yes. It could be too that Marcus decided to come to the wedding and Demetri is now a member of the Cullen clan so Aro is slowly losing members of his coven.” Kaashaa answered her voice light and suddenly sugary sweet.

Sam rocked on his heels considering this news as well, and they could each see that the wolf was considering this very fact as well carefully. "That is ... interesting. And you are certain there is no malicious undertone of their presences?"

“No, Demetri was sent yes to try and break Jasper and I up but in the end saw the love between us. He decided that it was unfair what Caius was doing and found it easier to fight with us than against us. As for Marcus he’s always been controlled by one known as Chelsea who has the power to control your loyalty. I broke that power by asking him to stay and by having Bella help me shield him against her powers.” Kaashaa answered.

“And you're certain without question?" Sam was directing this time his query toward Elyshia who had settled in what at a glance appeared an utterly relaxed pose which wasn't totally so in fact, her dark gaze looking to Sam.

"They're both aware what happens to those who dare attempt to deceive me." Elyshia replied calmly, her tone the easy tone of a predator, "Between Isabella Cullen and myself the likelihood of Chelsea being able to control or change the loyalties of others remains slim enough I would term it impossible."

“So you’ve heard our story Sam judge my family now on what you’ve heard from us and what you have been told by the Volturi. I bring with me as well for you to question both Carlisle and Jasper as witnesses to all that has happened.” Kaashaa added nodding toward the two vampires.

Sam's attention flickered between the two noticing what seemed the more 'beta' of the two taking charge perhaps because of the personal involvement of it and for awhile he didn't speak and Edward and Elyshia both heard his thoughts spin and turn seeking the angles carefully weighing them all pacing a bit as he considered, which made the other wolves edgy.

“Sam you know I’d never lie to you. Kaashaa and Jasper’s marriage isn’t anything about territory if it was I would have sensed it. The Volturi lied to you and the others to get you to destroy Kaashaa and eventually the Cullens.” Jake offered watching Sam’s pacing slow some as he listened.

Sam nodded once at this and looked to Jacob, "And you know the tales we were told by our grandfathers of the Chaos bringer and the White Horse, no?" at Jacob's nod he eyed the two females, "Before us they sit acting as calm as can be whence the tales tell us differently. Savage they can be, particularly the one known once as Chaos bringer yet lied never have they not even when it would be to their gain. The Volturi have no such history for us."

“I remember the tales Sam. Was it not Ephraim Black who once said that when the pair returns then peace would once again reign for our tribe? He told the tales as has my father and all the elders how the pair saved our chief caring little what consequences it was to them. Now they’ve come back to give us the peace we want. The Volturi would like nothing better than for us to take out the Cullens and then they could take us out.” Jake replied as Kaashaa and Elyshia looked on smiling wryly at the stories.

"It seems that the decision now lay in the hands now born from the choice for mercy rather than for more grief," one of the wolves spoke up quietly looking to Sam, "The hand which slays the deer also comforts the child, Sam."

Sam turned to the Elders, “I look to you now for guidance in this matter.” He said bowing his head in respect. He knew that ultimately in his heart he’d not lay a hand on the females who had become friends with the Cullens and even with Jake’s pack unless the elders said otherwise.

"It would be unjust," Old Quil began carefully considering the options, "To repay the kindness shown our chief all those years ago with heartache, and not only because it would spawn another rift between our own. We will assist the White Mountain Clan as it has assisted the Quileute. It is our way to honor the forefather's wisdom and that wisdom says mercy shown is mercy given."

“We also must remember that the Cullens have done nothing to warrant our anger. They have followed the treaty set forth by Ephraim Black and when the treaty was renewed they have followed it since. We would be dishonorable to break that treaty now.” Billy added smiling and nodding at Carlisle.

"Then you have our decision," Sam nodded once in agreement, inwardly relieved that for once there would be no conflict or less of one between friends, as the rift between himself and Jacob was only just beginning to scab let alone actually heal.

“What about the Volturi? They’re still around here and expecting us to kill them?” Jared answered looking at Sam then Jake.

"We will deal with them as they attempt to deal with their believed enemies." Sam said calmly, "To attack our allies is to attack us. And we have the right to defend."

“In that aspect Sam then let us help get rid of these pests once and for all. I do believe I’ve got a personal message to deliver from my father to Aro.” Kaashaa answered smiling then turning to the others. “We better get back and get ready cause it looks like there’s one last war before the wedding.” With that she laughed putting her arms around Jasper.

***

The group returned home followed by several of the wolves including Sam. "Wait here for us while we inform our family of what's going on. I don't want you to uncomfortable around the others." Kaashaa stated as she took Jasper's hand and went inside.

Inside the scene was almost chaos. The house was in a rush. "I take it they've agreed to let us be." Theron said once he whistled stopping everyone.

"For the moment he's going with the fact that Elyshia and I saved their chief all those years ago. Don't ask it’s a long drawn out story that we don't have time for at the moment Emmett." Kaashaa replied shaking her head to kill the question on Emmett's lips.

“Right now we’re going to help them to get Aro to leave like he was asked too before something bad happens with Elyshia.” Edward added watching everyone as all nodded.

“Question is where’s Aro hiding at?” Demetri asked looking from Kaashaa to Elyshia.

“We weren’t told that but I’m sure Sam and the others can lead us right to them and when we get there I’ve got a big bone to pick with Aro about his current position or about to be lack there of.” Kaashaa answered her smile almost feral.

“Easy Kaashaa, don’t kill him. He might be useful for entertainment later.” Draedyn stated tugging lightly on a stray strand of her hair.

Kaashaa turned to smart off to her uncle when she felt a wave of calm hit her and she sighed then smiled and leaned against Jasper. “I hate when you do that dear.” She whispered snuggling her back against him.

Jasper chuckled lightly in her ear, “That’s what you love most about me isn’t?” he asked.

Kaashaa snorted lightly before giggling, “It’s only one of the things I love about you.” She glanced around once, “So are we ready to do this. Sam’s got his pack waiting on us.” She added getting nods from everyone.

Everyone headed out and met up with Sam, “We’re ready to go find Aro.” Kaashaa said stepping apart from the others to transform into her uni form.

Sam barked and started off toward another part of the forest almost opposite the river that divided the Quileute and Cullen lands here they turned aside following the river then going toward a glen. Everyone stopped once they heard talking. “I thought we were leaving Aro?” Caius asked his annoyance obvious.

“I told Theron that, but do you think I’d allow this marriage to go on behind the entire council’s back. I’ve made my calls and the others should be here soon. I’m hoping that having the dogs on our side should keep that pack of mutts that loves the Cullens at bay till we’re done.” Aro answered his smile malicious.

“Master Aro, don’t you think that we’ve caused enough problems with them. Maybe Marcus was right in that that bond is strong enough that it needs to be.” Jane said aloud drawing attention to herself, Alec and several of the other guards.

“Remember your place Jane,” Caius hissed coming up and grabbing Jane.

Jane smiled briefly then pushed Caius off, “I do know my place and its to keep the laws.” She smiled again allowing Caius to drop before her writhing in pain.

“Jane, enough.” Aro sneered catching Jane’s attention and causing her to lose focus on Caius.

Alec growled at Caius but stayed put. “Master I believe the rest of the council member are here.” He said catching the scent of the others.

Aro rubbed his hands together, “Ahh, good. Come in my fellow council members and let us sit together once again.” He said smiling briefly noticing suddenly that it wasn’t all council members.

All the members of the council came into the circle and Theron took his place among them leaving Elyshia and Kaashaa standing with the Cullens. “Why have you summoned us Aro?” A tall lanky vampire asked.

Aro glared at Kaashaa then Theron who just smiled, “The question is valid Aro.” Theron answered as all eyes turned to Aro.

“I called you together to accuse this hybrid of mating with an already mated vampire. I have tried explaining the laws but Lord Theron has refused to enforce them, Blake.” Aro answered as everyone turned toward Theron.

“It is true that I have said the laws do not apply to my daughter and I have proof that this mating is and was not of either of their choice.” Theron answered looking at Carlisle and nodding.

“Alice tell everyone what you’ve seen in your visions.” Carlisle stated looking toward Alice who smiled and nodded.

“When I first met Kaashaa I had a vision of her being kidnapped by Caius. I thought this was to warn us about something bad happening. Later, I had another vision one of her and my mate at the time Jasper being together and even later than that of the wedding between the two. I’ve also had a vision of myself joined with Demetri.” Alice said keeping everything short.

“What other proof Lord Theron would you have they were meant to be mated besides the visions of one that we’ve been told change based on a person’s change?” Another vampire asked eyeing Alice.

“May I speak?” Jasper asked speaking up from behind the group.

Theron nodded, “Jasper please go ahead since your life is the one in question here as well.” He answered smiling at the younger vampire.

Jasper stepped up catching the eyes of all the vampires, “I ask to address this council only because you talk about Kaashaa but not to her. I did not ask Kaashaa to be my mate nor did Kaashaa ask me. When we met I began to feel something toward her. I didn’t think anything of it but later when we touched I felt the connection the feelings that run through each of us toward our soul mates. I now ask this question of the council. How can you sit and judge her for who her emotions choose and listen to someone who has time and time again broken all laws set long before they themselves were set in power? Maybe you should ask them why they are here to attack my mate in the first place.” He finished taking Kaashaa’s hand in his.

“I have to agree with Jasper about questioning your presence here if this doesn’t involve a law being broken which as far as any of us can see there isn’t.” Eleazar asked glancing at first Theron and smiling then at Kaashaa where he winked.

“What this has to do with is the promise long broken that binds Kaashaa to me.” Caius hissed his glaring gaze settling on Jasper.

“That damn thing was broken long ago. You shouldn’t have been an asshole to her when you were promised to each other.” Elyshia growled stepping between Caius and Jasper to prevent a fight she knew was about to happen.

“No, one asked you to speak child, especially about things that doesn’t concern you.” Caius spouted back.

Before Elyshia could comment Theron cleared his throat. “Now is not the time for us to be talking about a pact that has long been broken. I think its time for the council to examine whether you Aro and your brothers should stay in you place or should we set others there since you no longer can control your personal emotions and rule wisely.”

Aro glared at Caius before turning toward Theron and the other council members. “ I do humbly apologize for my brothers actions but I only want to serve and protect what we are from humans. I humbly ask that we be left in our place as we are the only clan besides yours Theron that would be capable of handling the issues that have begun rising lately.”

“Can we please discuss this at a later date daddy? I don’t think we should mar the occasion by having kick Aro out cause he can’t keep Caius under control. Besides I think it’s only fair that Marcus be here as well.” Kaashaa asked turning the attention away and making most of the council smile.

Theron smiled at his daughter, “You’re right little one we should wait for a more appropriate time and place. I would like everyone in the council know you are all invited to my daughter’s wedding.” He said nodding.

“I think I speak for everyone present when I say we wouldn’t miss this for the world.” Blake stated winking at Kaashaa and smiling at Jasper.

“Good now the dirty work is done can we please get the bride back to the house before she gets any dirtier and we have to go and refix her hair.” Alice spoke as she tugged at one of Kaashaa’s loose curls. Everyone laughed and watched as Aro took off dragging Caius with him before heading toward the house.
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