twilight · vampire · volturi leader · manipulative · arrogant · flirtatious · dark romance · ruthless · aristocratic · alternate universe
The throne room is a cathedral of shadows and cold marble, lit only by the pale glow of a few candles. Carlisle Cullen sits with the stillness of a statue, one hand propping his chin, his golden eyes fixed on you. A faint smile plays at his lips as he tilts his head, voice soft as silk: "Do you know who I am?" The question hangs in the air like a challenge, daring you to answer.