First off, I just wanted to say that those of you have reviewed, you guys are what fuel me to write more so keep it coming. Did I mention most of you are absolutely hilarious. :) You're all awesome! I just posted my 5th chapter and decided to get a jump start on chapter 6 tonight since my fiance is working late tonight. Anyways. Remember to REVIEWWWWWWW ( it only takes a second) I would also love to hear any of your story ideas and I'll start trying to work certain situations in :) And another thing Don't forget to vote on my poll it will determine who Rose will end up with at the end of my story. :) On that note...Here is chapter six.

Disclaimer: Again all characters of VA are rightfully owned by Richelle Mead.

Chapter six: Limited Time

I could not help myself I stared at her glimmering in front of me, with out speaking for what seemed like hours. Until she grew tired of my open mouthed stare.

"Rose, I only came because you are wasting time and frankly you staring so intently is starting to freak me out."

I was a little offended, I was doing everything I could since I got out of jail to full fill the task she had given me, My forehead creased in confusion. "I don't understand, I can't do anything else right now I have to wait." I frowned.

She seemed bored and annoyed that she had to explain herself. Tatiana was still the same even in death. "Rose, I know. That's not what I'm talking about, Strogoi, Rose, they know that you escaped and they are determined to find you and kill you. You need to find the last Dragomir and fast or your life might be ending quicker than you thought."

"How do you know so much about what is going on...with the Strogoi?"

"Oh don't be silly, I'm a ghost. I see what I want." She said in a matter of fact tone. She still somehow got her way...even in death.

"How are you even able to speak to me, when I saw Mason he wasn't even able to stay long or speak except mouthing words." I ran my fingers through my knotted hair. Knowing Tatiana, she was probably looking me up and down disapprovingly. I am not even going to lie; I know I look like hell.

She sighed in frustration and lack of interest in my questions, "Because I was so influential in life. I have a greater power over my spirit. Although there are things I am not allowed to tell you and knowing you're mind track you're going to try to ask the number one question I can not answer."

I was smug, "So you can't tell me who killed you. How-convenient." I think I would rather search for a needle in a hay stack than try to find out who framed me and killed Tatiana.

"Rose, I need to tell you two things before I go, One is about my death, the other is more of a word to the wise, First off, I know, you think you know who did it, but don't think about obvious motives. The person who killed me wanted two things,me out of the picture and to get back at you. I can't say anymore than that. Now for a head's up...They are coming for you. Don't stay put for to long. A week is to long. As much as you hated me in life, I trust you to keep the last Dragomir safe." She started to fade away.

I jumped up to stop her, "Tatiana wait! Who is coming for me?" Her face was barely visible but I could hear the words that left her mouth next,

She smiled softly but it appeared as almost sinister. "Silly girl, both sides." I opened my mouth, only to shut it again. She was gone. Both sides? What did that mean? Suddenly it clicked in my mind, my eyes grew wide and my mind went blank. She meant The royal guard and Strogoi both sides of our world.

I crept down the stairs, since Dimitri was unfortunately involved in this journey I needed to tell him what was on our tails and I needed to call Abe fast. When I entered the living room only one lamp was on. I peeked over the couch to see a peaceful Dimitri with a plaid blanket draped over him and a western novel resting on his chest. I watched as his chest rose and fell. If only he was that angelic while he was awake. I stood in front of the couch and poked Dimitri with my foot.

"Dimitri, wake up."

He grumbled something in Russian and lifted his head off of his pillow. "What do you want Rose?"

I was irritated with how he automatically assumed what I had to say wasn't important. "You know I didn't have to include you in this. I chose to tell you! I could have just went straight to Abe."

He just looked at me then looked down and ran his fingers through his tousled hair. " I'm sorry, just figured you were going to yell at me. What's the problem?"

"I just talked to Tatiana, to sum everything up, she said that Strogoi and the guard are looking for us and not to waste anymore time. She said my life would be in more danger if I didn't start figuring out the answers I need. Now we need to call Abe and tell him Sydney has no more time. We need to leave town in three days.

His guardian mask was on, He pulled a silver cell phone out of his pocket, dialed a number and held it to his ear. I couldn't understand anything he was saying because he was talking in Russian even thought he spoke beautifully I was slowly growing more impatient as my name and Tatiana's were being brought up. He handed his phone out to me. I snatched it quickly out of his hand.

"Yeah, Zmey?"

"I'm calling Sydney tonight, her deadline is moved up to tomorrow morning. I know you will hate doing this but you need to go to the next town and change your look if Tatiana is right, you can't be as recognizable."

"Fine.I'm not cutting my hair though, the most I will do is put temporary highlights in it. I'll take Viktoria with me tomorrow and we will go do some shopping." I rolled my eyes. She will be so excited about it too.

"Good. Don't cut it. I have to call Sydney, I'll be by tomorrow when you get back. Sleep well."

"Night, Old man." He grumbled something about being old and hung up. I laughed. Goodbyes were always awkward for us.

I handed the phone back to Dimitri. He looked like he wanted to say something but I did not really want to give him the time of day right now. I turned from him and started to walk up the stairs.

"Rose, wait." I held my hand on the wooden railing. Or maybe I would...

I turned around and saw the old Dimitri standing there. His face showing that same hint of passion it used to. My dead heart leaped at the sign of passion written across his face. Then he spoke and ruined the almost perfect moment. "I just wanted to apologize for what happened. I should't have done that. I don't know why I did."

I was exhausted, and I definitely did not feel like saying any haughty remarks. "I know why you did it...because the old Dimitri is fighting you inside and at that moment he won you over. Sooner or later, you won't be able to fight back the feelings you still have for me and it will be to late to change what you have already done. You've already hurt me more than you could imagine. When will you wake up and smell the coffee, realizing what you have decided for us has only made things worse?" I smiled at him sadly and walked up the stairs. Not looking back. I think that was the first conversation we had not argued over. I did not want to ruin that streak just yet.

I smelled my hair and cringed. I was filthy; I needed to take a shower badly. I took a fluffy purple towel out of the linen closet and tip toed towards the bathroom. I did not want to wake up a sleeping Yeva. Since she is such a delight when she was fully awake I did not want to have a run in with her now. I was about to make it into the bathroom when Yeva's door came open. I jumped. Damn it. I woke her up.

She smirked at my startled reaction, "Child, you fight Strogoi and you're afraid of a little old lady like me."

"Ha. Ha. I'm sorry for waking you. I was trying to be quiet." I grumbled.

Her smile widened. "What made you think I was asleep? Actually I have been waiting for you. I need to talk to you about something."

She turned around without word and went back in to her room. I was not sure what exactly she wanted me to do. So I stood there and hesitated between going in there with her or waiting in the hallway for her return. After a few wasted minutes of debating, I shrugged and stepped inside of her room. It was not a typical room for a woman her age. There were paper mache stars hanging from the ceiling, that light up her room. The walls where black imitating the night sky. She sat, peacefully, on her bed in the far corner of the room. She watched me as I examined every inch of her room in awe.

"What can I say, I like to keep my stars close." She laughed at her own remark. She was so oddly humored but I could tell she was passionate about the future. Unlike Rhonda back at the court. I trusted Yeva because she was after all...family. Well almost.

"I like it. It's really beautiful." She motioned for me to sit down next to her.

I was not sure where she was going with this talk but I'm sure whatever it was it was important so I sat obediently. For now. "So what do you need?"

She put her hand on mine and patted it. "Don't be so hard on yourself малютка, I know you want to give up on Dimka but wait just a little longer. He is stubborn. I know you're hurt but pain never lasts. It goes away-in time. You need to believe in yourself Rose or this journey will all be in vain. You can't save the world all in one day...and don't push Dimka, he has to realize he is going to loose you to see where his heart really lies" She smiled. "You are a very smart girl Rose, you'll figure all of this out. Now go get in the shower and go to bed, you're exhausted."

I didn't know why but I hugged her. She was so surprised she did not know what to do except awkwardly pat my back. "Thank you, Yeva." I released her and walked towards the door and turned around. "Goodnight."

I took a step toward the bathroom but heard her say my name. "Yes?"

She clasped her hands together and pursed her lips. "You have enemies, one is among the people you trust. Remember that..and tell Lissa. Goodnight, Rose"

I nodded and walked in the bathroom. Finally I made it. I turned the shower on and waited for the water to get hot. I looked up at myself in the mirror. Something was different about me. I looked...sad. My eyes looked haunted. I pried myself away from the mirror and got in the shower. The hot water against my skin relaxed all my tensed muscles. After about thirty minutes of soaking. i decided to get out. I dried off quickly, brushed my hair and teeth and tiptoed back down the hallway to Dimitri's room. I put on a new bra and underwear and nestled down under the covers. I was about to drift off to sleep when I heard all hell break loose down stairs. Are you freaking serious.

Poor Rose. :( She is having a hell of a night. I didn't get to finish this until today so sorry for it not being posted sooner. I slept in. I'm trying to savor the last day of summer because I'll be in school tomorrow. It's the first day. Shoot me now. *not literally* I am not looking forward to it at all. So I won't be able to update until after school. SO with that being said REVIEW. I love them. And I am really excited I got 22 reviews :) I wanted 25 but thats super close enough for me. Thank you for all of your encouraging comments. Lets see if we can make it to over 30 :) I hope you enjoyed this chapter. I felt like I was rushing through it but hopefully its alright.

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