A/N: So I never thought I would write a story from a prompt, like ever. I always thought I'd just be a beta reader for Vampire Academy… I don't know I felt ashamed I guess. Anyway I wrote this story with Muse19 (from Tumblr, see her link on my page). We have written the whole story so I will finish. It might just take me a while to work out all the kinks before I post each chapter up.
Disclaimer: I don't own any of these characters or the world of VA at all. It all belongs to the wonderful Richelle Mead. (Even though I think she needs to write more stuff for Romitri, but my angst aside)
Chapter 1: The Road Trip
Rose POV
I looked down into my suitcase. I had extras of everything. I even had some things that had no practical use on this trip, like my bathing suit and a very cute nightgown Lissa had gotten me for Christmas. I guess I could wear it, but what was the point of it, if no one was going to see me.
I closed my case and sat on my bed a moment. I was all ready to go; jacket and shoes on, just waiting for Dimitri to come get me. A whole weekend with him seemed nice; getting away seemed nice.
I was slowly getting over what had happened, but was still coping, and would be for a while.
I had already told Lissa goodbye. It felt odd running off without her, but she had to stay where she was safe. The Academy was safe, nothing bad would happen. I was snapped out of my thoughts after hearing a knock at my door.
I stood up and pulled my hoodie tight against my frame. I opened the door and stepped back looking up at Dimitri. " All ready to go Comrade?" I asked him in a cheerful way. I was so excited about this trip. I wished in that moment I could express to him how much it meant to me. Dimitri and me alone in a car for hours, I hope it was a long trip. Instead I ran a hand through my hair and looked back at my suitcase.
"Planning to stay a week Rose?" he teased, looking between me and my suitcase. "Come on, we want to get on the road before the storm begins." he spoke again, grabbing my suitcase, a look of surprise crossed his face. Huh. I knew better than to argue to carry my own bag. Dimitri was always a gentleman, he would never make a woman do any work if he could help it.
I walked next to him and looked at the car, it was Honda, again. "Will I get to drive any on this trip?" I asked, even though I already knew his answer. He looked at me pointedly, and I pushed my hands in my hoodie and walked over to the passenger side.
Dimitri POV
Walking towards Rose's room I thought about how good this vacation would be for Rose. Even if we were going to her second qualifier, it would be good for her to get away from the memories of the academy.
Oh Roza. She was so young and she had been through so much. But she still stayed so strong. I love her so much, when I told her I didn't want to hide any more I was telling the truth. I want the world to know about our love. Unfortunately that can't happen yet.
I just hope I'll be able to control myself around her on this trip. The two of us alone for hours, you could probably cut the sexual tension with a butter knife.
Looking up I found myself at Roza's door. I knocked, willing myself to be ready for our trip together. When she opened the door she looked breath-taking. "All ready to go Comrade?" she asked, leaning against the door. I tore my eyes off of her and stared at the suitcase behind her. She sure packed a lot.
"Planning to stay a week Rose?" I teased. She looked so cute in her hoodie which completely enveloped her small frame. "Come on, we want to get on the road before the storm begins." I told her, grabbing her suitcase off her bed. Wow, she really was packed for a week. The bag was surprisingly heavy.
We started walking towards the car and I became lost in my own thoughts. I had to make sure I kept my distance from Rose on this trip. I only wanted the best for her. Vaguely in the background I heard her ask if she could drive. I gave her a pointed look, did she really think I would let her drive. I wasn't even sure if the girl had her driver's license. Placing her bag in the trunk I squeezed myself in and started the car. It was always so much trouble because I was so tall. Before heading out, I turned the radio to an 80's station. Rose seemed like she was dozing off, it made sense, it was the middle of the moroi night. I left her in peace and focused on driving out of the academy. A long road trip with just me and Rose, who knows what crazy things could happen.
A/N:
Let me know how you liked it! It gets better I promise! This is just the set up to the whole road trip. I hope you favorite and/or follow if you liked it. I'll try to post a new chapter every day, but no promises with school and stuff.
Ciao!
~ Tiffany 3