Leaving whats known
Authors Note: Hey everyone! So to answer some of the comments. I am going to spice things up and make it more original. I'm not gonna do the common things. I will say this though, this is not a Christian and Rose pairing. So if that's what you were hoping. Sorry.
Songs I Listened to while writing this:
Water fountain- Alec Benjamin
All Time Low- Jon Bellion
Anxiety-BlackBear
Eyes on fire-Blue Foundation
girl crush-Little big town
moon dust- Jaymes young
Today was like any other day. I woke up, went for a work out in the gym, ate breakfast and then since I had nothing else to do, I went to Christian's apartment to hang out.
After a quick knock on the door, I walked right in and saw Adrian and Christian sitting on the couch cussing at the T.V. while shooting at the other group of guys on the screen."Hey guys, whats up" I asked as I sat down between the two occupied nerds, grabbing a bowl of chips from the table. Watching Team Delta win at the death match for Call Of Duty: Black Ops.
"Just kicking some ass and taking names Little Dhampir, have you thought more on the offer that Mikhail offered you?" Adrian asked without looking away from the screen.
I looked at him out of the corner of my eye, while I tossed a few chips in mouth. Waiting till I was done chewing before I answered,"Yea, I have. I am still undecided about the whole thing, though it is a great opportunity. I mean, I would get the opportunity to kick all kinds of monster ass and according to Mikhail, there are all sorts of things that go bump in the night." For a moment my hand hovered over the entrance of the bag, thoughts and insecurities whirling about, "But I would miss you guys so much. Like I don't know how the rules are about visitation or vacation days and all. Plus, I would worry about you guys, cause only god knows what kind of trouble you would get yourselves into."
I felt a hand pet my head and looked up to see Adrian looking at me with a fondness I've only seen every once in a while, "Listen Rose, sometimes the paths we take in life, that are best for us, are the hardest to follow. Mainly cause we are used to what we know and get too comfortable. You should go. I see what this place does to you and you shouldn't stay in an environment that makes you feel that you always need to watch your back and feel miserable."
I lowered my eyes to the floor and let his words sink in. He was right. This place held nothing but bad memories and people who have or could hurt me even more. But even though this place is full of corruption and hate, I still have good friends here who are honest. I would hate to leave them behind.
"But what about you guys? I mean, I wont be able to visit a lot and you guys would have to deal with all the assholes on your own without my beautiful looks and brilliant ideas to bail you out of trouble." I winked at them to lighten the mood. It was a little to heavy for my liking. Adrian just smiled while shaking his head side to side. "But, you're right Adrian. I think I will go. I need to start a new chapter in my life and get away for a time. Away from Him. Besides, every time I visit, it will give us an excuse to party it up."
I look at them both with a wide smile, letting them know that I was only half serious about the partying. They laughed and patted my shoulder before going back to playing the game. I looked down to my wrist to check the time. Almost two am. Crap I got to go meet up with Mikhail and tell him what I decided. I jumped to my feet and told the boys that Id be back later before ducking out the door. Running through the court yard to the main office, where Mikhail would be working, I almost missed the quick yell of my name.
"Hey Rose!"
I screeched to a halt and looked behind me. Lissa came bouncing to my side and wrapped me up in a hug. To say I was shocked is an understatement. I haven't seen or heard from her in almost a week and now she decides to act like the friend she was suppose to be. Over her shoulder I see two new Guardians standing to the side and Dimitri with them. A spark of anger quickly ignites in me. "Good afternoon Vasilissa, how have you been since I last saw you?" I politely said in a bored tone. Letting her know that I was still upset at her for being replaced so quickly just to make things easier for Him!
Hurt and guilt quickly flashed on her face before she hid it away with a cheerful smile. "Oh Rose, you know you don't have to be so formal towards me." She giggled. "I'm actually glad I got to see you, I've been so busy lately that I've hardly had time to just relax with friends. I was wondering if maybe you would like to have a girls night with me this weekend? We could stay up talking and watch movies while eating all the junk food we can think of. It will be so much fun!" She gave a little jump of excitement as she waited for my reply. I felt my lips start to fall down into a frown, did she really think that she can act like nothing has happened?
"I'm sorry Lissa but I cant, I wont be here." I said as I was suddenly a feeling of relief hit me through the bond.
She probably only offered so she could say that she tried to be a good friend. Frowning, I started to walk towards the office, suddenly feeling her confusion. She wasn't even aware that she wasn't keeping her emotions in check.
"Oh well, that's okay Rose, maybe next time. Or when you come back."She called after me.
I stopped and looked at her over my shoulder. " I wont be coming back Lissa." I said slowly, letting it sink in as I watched her face go from a cheerful expression to a more somber and shocked one. I even saw Dimitri snap his head in our direction as if he found something worth paying attention to. His eyes were slightly narrowed in confusion and a frown tugged at his lips. Well, who cares what he thinks! He is probably more concerned about Her feelings than anything else. Turning my head back towards the office doors I quietly said goodbye, knowing that Lissa could hear me very well with her Vampiric hearing. That's would be the last time I saw them. Cause after I told Mikhail my decision, I was on a plane heading towards my new home the next morning. Never stepping foot in this hellish palace again.
Well, at least that was the plan.
