It's me again! New chapter, whoop, enjoy!
R POV
I had never been this nervous.
Ever.
I am Terrified.
The only thing I could hear was my heartbeat banging in my chest. I had been traveling for a long time and ever since we left England I've had a huge knot in the pit of my stomach growing as we got closer.
Ever since my father and Oscar joked about me having to win over his sisters and grandmother I hadn't been able to let that thought go. They all seemed nice when I met them very briefly but I never took enough time to actually take in what they were like. Papa and Oscar kept joking how they would grill me and make sure I would be good enough for their only boy. I hadn't felt this kind of pressure since I was little at my first ball hoping any boy would dance with me…
"You will be fine"
My head snapped towards Tasha as I could still feel my heart slam in my chest. Taking a deep breath I was looking out the window again. The country was beautiful. It was still clad in snow. It was like a fairytale wonderland.
Tasha laughed as I felt her hand take mine. "Stop worrying, I'm sure his sisters will be fine"
Turning towards her. "Would you be worried the first time you ever introduced a guy to me?" I asked her, studying her.
She smiled nervously, "A little"
"And that's how I feel now, their opinion isn't everything but it means something. I don't want anyone in his family to dislike me. They're all so close as a family I feel like an intruder trying to take over their land" I said burying my face in my hands.
Tasha pushed me back into my seat while trying to fix my hair, "Don't ruin my creation, and you're talking more and more like your father. Maybe you should sit in on all these strategic meetings" Tasha said with a laugh pulling at her cheeks.
"I have to, I have to learn every bit of running a country" I said leaning back closing my eyes taking a few deep breaths. As we turned I could see we were slowly going up the long alleyway that lead to the palace. I licked my lips for the hundredth time and felt my throat close up as I tried to swallow my fear.
Taking my hands Tasha forced me to meet her gaze, "All you have to remember is Dimitri. You haven't seen him for weeks, so all you have to remember and look forward to is Dimitri and that beautiful face of his. Haven't you missed him at all?"
I rolled my eyes, she knew I had! Something fierce.
"You're right, Dimitri" I said to myself.
As we started to slow down I took another calming breath as I could feel Tasha doing a few finishing touches. Even though we were a bit limited with space, traveling and all Tasha had worked wonders.
I work light make up, a few strands twisted and pinned back, letting the res of my hair from my face. I was wearing a simple cream coloured dress. It had lacing in the front and long sleeves. The cloak I wore was a rich blue colour that really stood out.
Tasha pulled up my hood as we came to a complete stop.
"Wow"
"What?" I asked nervously.
"It's like he invited the whole army" she chuckled.
Where we had stopped, a what looked like an endless amount of guards awaited along the gigantic stairs leading towards the front.
I gulped loudly as the door opened and one of my men held out his hand to help me out. Stopping I looked around taking in the majestic surroundings. Pulling the hood back down again so I could take everything in, someone suddenly appeared on the top of the stairs, caught my attention.
There he was.
Dressed in a brown fitted leather duster, loose fitted white shirt and those utterly fitted sexy trousers that drove me mad. I was a little surprised at the duster but I couldn't be bothered.
Not right now.
My heart jumped, but in a completely different way, now it was out of excitement. A big smile reached my lips as I saw the huge grin on his face, it made me completely forget that I was nervous.
Without thinking I took off up the stairs, holding my dress hoping to god I wouldn't fall. I swear I could hear him chuckle before he made his way down meeting me half way. As we reach one another, before I could react he had his arms around me, lifting me off my feet as our lips came crashing together.
My arms came around his neck as he was spinning us around. I couldn't help but giggle against his lips as I was kissing him back.
He felt so good. All of him. His lips, his arms, his body. Everything from his musky and familiar scent to his amazingly soft hair felt so good.
We stopped spinning but our lips never left one another. He was holding me tight as if I would disappear if he let me go.
Slowly pulling back his lips met mine once again before he pulled back so I could see him fully. His smile made me feel all warm and giddy inside. He felt like home. They say home is where the heart is, so He was my home!
His hand was cupping my face as he said, "God I've missed you"
Kissing the inside of his hand I smile back. "I think I might have missed you more"
"Not possible" He grinned before leaning in stealing one more kiss. I smiled against his lips as I grabbed a handful of his shirt to keep him close.
"Aren't you two sweet"
I instantly pulled back as the familiar voice of Olena Belikov woke me up from our kissing paradise. Biting my lower lip I instantly felt a blush coming on.
Dimitri chuckled, I could feel his hand on my lower back as he started to guide me up the stairs where Olena was waiting with an amused grin on her lips. As we got close I could see his sisters were hovering close behind with curious looks as they were eyeing us.
"I figured you had arrived when I saw Dimitri shooting out the door" Olena chuckled. Looking Dimitri's way I could see him rolling his eyes at his mother and it made me smile. He always came off as such a well put together and proper man but you could tell he got easily embarrassed by his mother.
"Mama you remember Rose" Dimitri said as he reached the top of the stairs.
"A face like that is hard to forget" She winked before opening her arms, "It's so lovely to have you hear my darling"
Biting my lip to hold back a chuckle I grinned as Olena pulled me in for a hug, tugging me away from Dimitri.
"Don't be possessive Dimitri, she'll be here for a few weeks, you will get your time" Olena teased before pulling back taking me in, "Stunning as always, how was your trip?"
Giggling as I could pretty much hear Dimitri rolling his eyes I smile towards Olena, "Long but good, and thank you for having me. I have never been to Russia before but it's truly beautiful"
Olena laughed, "You say that sounding surprised"
Biting my lip I made a small face, "Well to me I imagined more of a arctic wasteland"
Both Olena and Dimitri were laughing now and I felt myself blushing once again. I think I would have to get use to that blushing feeling.
"Let's go inside so you can meet everyone" she grinned turning around pulling me along. I couldn't help but giggle as Dimitri was shooting his mama glares.
I winked at him and it instantly brought a smile to his face. Turning towards Olena I noticed the his sisters were right there. In a row, staring at me.
Swallowing I felt the nervous lump in my stomach return. I had heard neither of them were very fond of me ever since Dimitri had broken his engagement off with Meredith. Neither do I blame them, she was their friend, but that cold glare the middle sister was giving me was like daggers.
"Rose these are my three daughters, My oldest Karolina"
l smiled and said, "Love meet you again"
She looked back a bit uneasy but only nodded with a smile that didn't reach her eyes.
"This is Sonya"
Now, Sonya I knew didn't like me. She didn't change face and I could hear Olena say something in Russian that made her look away.
"Excuse her" Olena smile touching my arm, "And then my youngest Viktoria"
"Hi" She said with a small smile, which caused her sisters to glare at her. It was like they had some sort of silent agreement to ignore me and Viktoria just broke it.
"Hi Viktoria, it's really nice to meet you" I smiled, "I just have to say I love your dress" I said feeling completely girly and like it was out of place but I really did. Dresses were a huge interest of mine so when I saw something I liked I had to let them know.
"Thank you" she lit up, "It's from-" Sonya Elbowed her hard forcing her to stop talking. Biting my lip I instantly felt unwelcome.
Dimitri appeared right next to me moving his arm around me as he said something in Russian. His voice was sharp and I could see Viktoria looking down while Sonya and Karolina looked like they were trying hard to ignore what he just said.
Olena said something which made Sonya snap back in return. Karolina spoke next which made Dimitri lower his voice which I've only heard once before. During one of our fights.
Silence fell and I can honestly say I have never felt this awkward in a very long time…
Taking a deep breath I said 'Right, you guys are making me feel very foreign and incredibly awkward, since I don't know a single word of Russian…'
Olena chuckled and squeezed me against her side, "My daughters don't know how to behave so we'll ignore them. Why don't we go have tea and meet Yeva?" She smiled and started pulling me along without giving me time to reply. Looking over towards Dimitri I sent him a confused and slightly scared look as I mouthed, "Who's Yeva?"
Dimitri chuckled moving his arms behind his back following, "It's my grandmama" Dimitri said with a wink.
"Oh" Pursing my lips feeling troubled, I've heard of Yeva Belikov and if the rumours are correct she is a tough lady and hard to get on her good side.
Pushing through a huge set of double doors we entered what looked like a lounge/library it shelves taller than I had ever seen before. It was absolutely beautiful.
"This is stunning" I murmured in awe as I was gazing towards the tall ceilings.
"My great great grandpapa is the one who loved books and always dreamt of a great library right in the palace" Dimitri said walking with us.
Taking in the room my eyes instantly fell on the small lady sitting in an arm chair right by the fire place. She wore a very stern, almost angry look on her face.
Olena let go of me and walked over sitting down next to Yeva. I felt slightly more at ease when I felt Dimitri's warm fingers lace together with mine. Looking over he gave me reassuring smile, telling me everything will be fine. We shall see was all I could think.
Sitting down next to one another in a little love seat I was surprised to see his sisters joining us sitting down on the other side of their grandmama.
I could feel all eyes on me, jesus, it felt like I was at a hearing!
"How do you take your tea Rose my darling?" Olena asked as someone entered with a tea trolley.
Before I could answer Dimitri was on his feet and within no time was pouring tea for everyone. I smiled to myself as he started with his mama and grandmama. I knew he was a little mamas boy, it was sweet to see how much he cared, but seeing the pleased smile on Olena's face was priceless.
"So Rose this is my mama Yeva Belikov. Mama this is Rose, Dimitri girlfriend that I was telling you about"
Picking up her cuppa she was slowly taking me in. As she lifted the cup to her lips she paused and said "The one he left Meredith for?"
I could see in the corner of my eye Dimitri's sisters looking smug. I bet Sonya would love to see her grandmama rip me to pieces for what "I've" done, but I wasn't going to let that happen.
'That's me' I said lightly biting my lower lip trying not to say anything else. My father had always been very strict with how to talk to the elderly, but I also inherited his outspokenness and his witty way. I think it was more of a curse than a blessing…
She stopped drinking only to take a moment to take me in. My eyes never wavered from hers. Dimitri handed me a cuppa, finally looking away from Yeva I smiled looking up towards Dimitri. Surprised as he leaned down to kiss my forehead, "It's just the way you like it" he winked nodding towards my cup. I smiled in return.
Looking up I could feel his sisters gaze on me. Sonya looked disgusted, Karolina looked the other way and Viktoria had a small sad smile on her lips.
Yeva put down her cup as Dimitri passed his sisters their tea "So you are Ibrahim's daughter" It wasn't a question, it was a statement.
Nodding I gave her a small smile, "The one and only"
"A cocky one isn't she?" she said narrowing her eyes at me.
Dimitri was finally taking his seat next to me and said "I think they call it confidence in the Mazur family grandmama"
I bit my lip choking back laughter, he was right.
Yeva's face didn't change once, "It's not common between royal families to break off engagements"
The tea must have gotten stuck in Dimitri's throat as he suddenly started coughing after his grandmamas statement.
From the corner of my eye I could see Sonya smiling, looking very amused. I bet they were all loving his.
"I don't think it's very common to interrupt weddings either nor for the bride to be shot by the barrel of a gun but that didn't stop us" I said. I knew it was a very bold and maybe a foolish reply to such an old and respectful old lady, but I wasn't going to take any pitiful looks nor any snide comments about Dimitri and my past. Because it was just that, the past.
HIs sisters were wide eyed looking at me, Dimitri was still coughing, bless him. I bet he wasn't thinking the conversation was going this way.
To my sudden surprise Yeva starts to laugh.
Looking up completely caught off guard, as I think the whole Belikov family was, Yeva is laughing before reaching for her cuppa again. "She is a feisty one Dimitri, I like that"
My brows rose and so did Sonya's but for a completely different reason.
Dimitri chuckles taking my hand in his, "I know, she is one of a kind" he grinned meeting my gaze before lifting our hands to his lips bushing his lips against the back of my hand.
A small intimate smile reached my lips as our eyes met.
"I'm looking forward to seeing you at the ball tonight Rose" Olena said breaking the moment that was happening between Dimitri and I.
Surprised and in a little bit of a haze I turn towards Olena, "Ball?" I feel confused. I thought there would only be a dinner?
"Oh yes, we have invited some friends to the family for a dinner and some dancing. Didn't Dimitri tell you?"
Glaring over towards Dimitri, he was giving me a big grin trying to use his godly charm so I wouldn't stay mad at him for not telling me, I turned back towards Olena, "No he didn't"
"Well I'm sure you will be able to find something lovely to wear. The guests are arriving at eight. There will be mingling and dancing in the great hall"
"Exactly how many friends are coming?" I asked trying to sound calm and not panicking thinking what I should be wearing.
"Oh only fifty of our closest friends" Olena said sounding like it was an intimate family dinner.
Taking a deep breath I tried to smile while squeezing Dimitri hand hard hoping he was feeling guilty for not telling me. I thought this was going to be easy. But his sisters hate me or have some sort of ugly grudge against me, his grandmother I think likes me… I think and now I have to impress fifty of their closest friends? Tasha better be able to work a four hour miracle or I will not come out of this alive….
!
"Do you think this is too risqué for an intimate dinner party?" I emphasised the word intimate because there was nothing intimate about fifty people.
Chuckling Tasha still doing finishing touches of my hair "I still find it funny he didn't tell you about an event tonight"
Groaning I closed my eyes, "I feel stressed enough meeting his family, now fifty of their closest friends?" My shoulders were tense I could swear I had a headache coming on.
"Don't overreact, you will look stunning" Tasha said moving my head backs I could see my reflection in the mirror. "And in that dress, it's perfect!"
The actually dress was very fitted on the bodice and around my hips, it was strapless, I was showing some cleavage, a sweet heart neckline and then it fell simply towards the floor.
"You know you look great" Tasha grinned, "Give me that beautiful smile now before we do some finishing touches and make sure Dimitri won't ever forget to tell you something ever again"
I couldn't help but grin after she said that.
"There you go!" She grinned, "Now, my father didn't let me leave without some diamonds of course" she winked in a very cheeky way.
I laughed shaking my head, as she was poking through the bags. Looking back at my reflection I was taking in every detail. As Tasha returned I had to ask, "Do you think I will give his grandmama a heart attack in this?"
Tasha burst out laughing completely taken aback by what I just said.
"I'm serious" I said biting my thumb nail, "She's old, I don't want to shock her and kill her in the same day?"
Tasha, who was still laughing, dried her eyes, "You look killer Rose, you not actually going to kill her"
Sighing I looked back at my reflection while biting my lip. Tasha appeared over my shoulder,
"Here's the cape" She smiled.
The dress was a very rich red, it was a statement of it's own. It had this beautiful cape with a big golden broach at the front. It made the whole look much more elegant and if I could say so myself, it made me look much more regal.
She fastened delicate gold chain around my wrist before she said, "And the cherry on top"
She was holding up a very beautiful and sparkly hair clip. She had pinned back bigger strands from the front, and the hair clip went with it perfectly.
Meeting Tasha's gaze in the mirror she was grinning, "Now, you're ready!"
Walking out in the massive hallway I had no idea where I was going. Taking a deep breath I was straightening my already perfect cape as a door closed beside me which made me jump. And there he was.
Dressed to the T in a crisp dark blue jacket and black trousers and his hair brushed back. He chuckled as he noticed me jumping. "I didn't mean to scare you"
"I didn't know we had rooms next to one another?" I said with a smile knowing he'd kept that from me as well.
"I thought's leave that to a happy surprise for you" He grinned as he walked closer, I could feel his gaze taking me in from head to toe. Funny as it sounds, it made me feel very good about myself. I loved the way he looked at me. With a strange amazement and wonder.
Moving closer, he lightly ran his fingers along my jaw, "You, look absolutely stunning"
Smiling he reached down and placed his lips against mine. U happily welcomed his warm touch, closing my eyes, getting lost in the kiss. I didn't know how but he truly felt like home, whenever we kissed it was like I knew he was it, he was the one, the last one, The forever.
Slowly pulling away, the smile was still on his lips, "I thought I'd already seen you at your most beautiful, I was wrong" he grinned.
Breathing out a chuckle I smiled, "I wanted to make sure I keep you on your toes"
"Oh you will" he chuckled, "That I'm sure of" Lacing his fingers through mine he started guiding me down the hall.
"So intimate dinner party huh?" I said as I was just following as he was guiding me.
Smiling apologetically, "Yes my mother isn't very good with being discreet or just inviting a few people. It always turns into atlas twice the size. I think you will notice this"
"I'm sure I will" I said instantly feeling scared and unprepared for the evening.
Stopping he took both my hands, lifting them to his lips, kissing the both "You will be amazing, everybody will love you"
"Just like Sonya?" I said grimacing.
"And like your father loves me" Dimitri said with irony in his voice, yet he was still smiling. Taking a deep breath I nodded. I knew he had already gone through enough with my papa being difficult and not being very fond of him at all! For now…
As we were reaching the end of the hall music was getting louder and loads of voices carried through the air.
As smaller groups of people were getting visible I think Dimitri could feel me getting tensed up.
"I promise I won't leave you through out the night" looking up at him I wanted to see his eyes one more time before we dove into the crowds.
"Rose! Dimitri, oh don't you two look stunning" Olena's voice broke whatever moment we were having. Smiling, I kissed her cheeks as gave me a hug. "See I knew you would look absolutely lovely tonight" she grinned. "Come, let me introduce you!" She grabbed my hand, funnily enough Dimitri didn't let go of me.
Olena turned as I wasn't moving her, it was because Dimitri still had a hold of me. He had a strong look on his face, his eyes on mine as a confident smile painted his lips, "I got it Mama, i'll make sure she'll meet everyone"
I think Olena saw the determination in Dimitri's gaze, all she said was "Very well" before squeezing my hand to then disappear in the crowds.
"Thank you" I breathed as we started walking towards the crowds. He just squeezed my hand as a response.
Looking around there were no familiar faces. Some looked deep in conversation, some were curiously looking at us and whispering. My eyes fell on a group of girls, among them stood Sonya, they were all wearing glares as they were staring at me.
"Ignore them, it's Sonya's friends, they just think badly of you because Sonya's having a hard time of letting go. They don't even know you, But I know you will change their mind of you when you meet them properly"
"I'll remember to stay clear" I smiled looking up at him. He had a loop sided grin, "Did I tell you, you look beautiful tonight?"
Giggling I nodded, "I think you said something along those lines"
"Well let me tell you Rosemarie Mazur, that you are absolutely breathtaking!"
Grinning I felt a blush coming on. A couple stopped forced us to a stop.
"Dimitri, how lovely to see you" The lady said reaching to kiss his cheeks. The gentleman gave me kind smile before turning to shake Dimitri's hand. "Great to see you again Dimitri" he said.
Dimitri smiled, "You too, I hear the boys are doing well in the army"
They both beamed as Dimitri mentioned their sons, "Both of them have moved up in rank over the last month, we're very proud of their achievements"
"As you should be" Dimitri said, "Let me introduce you to my girlfriend, Rose Mazur"
"The princess of England" The lady said giving me a look that I knew wasn't kind.
Smiling I nodded, "Lovely to meet you both"
As the gentleman was about to say something the woman elbowed him, "We shan't keep you, nice to meet you Rose" she said giving me a side gaze before smiling brilliant towards Dimitri.
When they left I was raising my brows. Maybe it was going to be a lot harder winning over the Russian aristocracy then I though.
Looking over at Dimitri I could see him rolling his eyes before meeting my gaze shaking his head silently telling me to ignore it. His eyes were scanning the room as they suddenly lit up and he started pulling me along, "Do you see that very colourful lady next to the big gentleman?"
Looking in the direction he was pointing I nodded, "That's my aunt and uncle, I know they will definitely love you"
I just smiled as a reply, I already had a feeling this evening wasn't going to be easy! I just have to suck it up, I've made my bed after all, I have to lie in it.
"Aw Dimitri, my boy, it's been too long" The woman grinned taking Dimitri's face between her hands kissing him all over his face.
I could help but chuckle as Dimitri was treated like a little boy, not a big tall future king.
"I've missed you too" he chuckled, "What have I said about pinching my cheeks" He joked rubbing his cheek as he pulled away. His aunty laughed, "I'm like your mother, I never listen" she winked as her eyes fell on me. "Oh Rose it's so lovely to meet you!"
I felt relived have her eyes and smile was shining with genuine happiness. "It's lovely to meet any family of Dimitri's" I grinned.
"She's a stunner isn't she" she winked and elbowed Dimitri who laughed and pulled me close. "She is indeed"
"It's great to see you happy" His uncle grinned towards Dimitri before holding his hand out for me to shake. "It's good to meet you, we've heard a lot about you"
"Have I met you before?" I asked as I recognised his face but I couldn't place to where.
"I have been to several meetings along side with your father, so that could be why, but this is the first time we are properly introduced"
"That sounds very likely, What was your name?" I asked since I never caught it.
"This is George and this crazy lady is my aunty Juliana" Dimitri said. Juliana smiled at me before turning to Dimitri,
"It was a real shame about Meredith, she was such a nice girl" then she turned to me, "But I know anyone who makes our Dimitri smile like that must be very special"
I just smiled. Through out the whole night I knew this was going to continue to happen. I just have to get use to hearing her name and people comparing us.
"She is, She's the one" The warmth in his voice made me look up and the uncomfortable feeling went away. That's why I knew he was the one! He always looked out and cared for me, he didn't ant me to feel uncomfortable. He just wanted the world to know that he loved me, no matter what past we'd had.
"I love you" I mouthed for only him to hear. His smile grew, during our little moment I could hear George Excusing himself and Juliana.
Lifting his hand he cupped my chin, "I love you too, so so much!"
I grinned, I honestly couldn't careless that most of the people here tonight didn't like me. They don't know me or what Dimitri and I have. It will take time for them all to get use to me and to get to know me, not everyone will love you and who you are because we're all different. I can only do my best to get to know his family and the people.
The night moved on fairly smoothly. I was introduced to couples and important figures of their council. Most of the men were surprisingly since, it was the women who kept sending me nasty looks. I know I'm probably seen as the relationship killer of Russia by now but I was surprised how little I cared.
People were dancing, Olena kept checking in with us to make sure I was ok. I saw Victoria dancing and talking to this man a few times. Judging by the light blush on her face it was obvious she fancied him. I'd have to ask her about that at some point. When her other sisters weren't around…
Sonya had been standing in her crowd of girls whispering and eyeing me. Every time I caught either of their gazes I just smiled.
We were standing in a small group of three couples apart from ourselves. They were discussing the last meeting that the council had and what needed to be done before the next. Dimitri placed his hand on my lower back putting his lips to my ear, "I just need to disappear for a moment, I have a few documents one of the chairmen needs to sign, I'll find you as soon as I get back"
Biting my lip I wasn't going to protest, I was going to be in this country for another few weeks, I might as well learn to handle things on my own.
Kissing my cheek he gave me a warm smile before walking away along side one of the men. I followed his back until he disappeared through the doors. Getting back into conversation I tried to catch up to were they were up to.
"I think it's a shame Dimitri and Meredith didn't last, she was such a lovely girl" The wife of the secretary said. She was standing right next to me with a large glass of wine in hand and a snide look on her face as she was clearly speaking to me.
She was wearing a very conservative dark pink dress, with long sleeves and a strict bun at the nape of her neck.
Raising my brows in surprise I looked over at her taking a moment to see what she wanted out of this conversation.
"She already knew the whole council and always organised the luncheons for the monthly meetings. She was working along side Olena for months, she was one of the people and loved by them" She said continuing to look at me, the whole group of people were looking at her as she continued to speak with no shame nor hesitation. "She worked hard for them, I think what happened was very sad and a hit to the royal family"
I noticed her husband whispering something sharp in her ear.
"What was your name?" I asked as I continued to keep a calm and strong face.
"Helena Romanov" She said shortly.
I turned towards her and gave her a big smile, "Well Helena to be very honest I know that Meredith was a beautiful, talented and incredibly nice person. But what my relationship with Dimitri happened really doesn't have anything to do with you. And I don't really care for you negative opinion. I think what matters is that we're both happy and I hope that Meredith will definitely find someone who loves her the way Dimitri loves me"
She huffed narrowing her gaze, eyeing me from head to toe. "I think you have a lot of nerve coming here in her territory and talking back to someone who's the secretary's wife, my husband have a lot of influence on Dimitri he-"
Her husband placed a hand on her shoulder telling her firmly to stop this.
She was shooting glares towards her husband before looking back at me, "Most of the people in this room agree with me and you know it. They're all thinking it and I only have the strength to say it out loud" Moving closer she hissed, "And that dress you wearing is incredibly unsuitable for this event. You should know better"
My face was calm all the way through. Raising a brow I asked, "Are you done?"
She shock on her face, completely caught of guard by my calm reply, the whole situation was quite amusing, "Firstly, This dress is a masterpiece, secondly, I do know what I'm doing, titles have nothing to do with this, but I am a well educated and well respected princess of England a country Russia have been Allies with for centuries. And I agree that most people in this room might not have a good first impression of me but neither of you know me. So who are you to judge me when you know nothing of me. I don't judge you before I know you, but I do know that with such a poor attitude and lack of respect for a fellow woman I'm not sure you're leaving a very good first impression either"
Her mouth was gaping open as I finished. I thought this conversation was over by now but to my surprise a girl I recognised from Sonya's group of friends appeared next to who I presume was her sister?
"How dare you talk to her like that?" She snapped shooting me daggers.
Jesus, it's like they want to start a world war against me. The way she is glaring at me it feels like all they want is a reaction, a bad reaction to make me look like a fool.
And that's not going to happen.
"Using you're sisters word, I'm only saying what people are thinking"
They both gasped, the younger one took a step forward, "Who do you think you are?"
Shrugging my shoulders, "The princess of a nation just as great as yours" I didn't mean to look so cocky and like I had a big ego but it just felt like the right thing to say.
It did shut her up though!
I felt a warm hand on my lower back as his voice cut through the tension filled air. "What's going on here?"
Helena was quick to step forward, "You're so called girlfriend just offended me and is being very rude to my sister"
I had to contain myself when I could see Dimitri raise a single eyebrow in they direction, narrowing his eyes he spoke calmly, "She is my girlfriend, there is nothing so called about her, and I believe that Rose would never be disrespectful unless if was earned to start with"
Guilt and fear started rising in her eyes. Her husband stepped in pulling his wife back slightly, "I do apologise Dimitri, she's not acting like herself" his gaze moved to mine, "We never meant to offend you"
I gave him a soft smile, "I\m not offended, I just don't think you should judge a book by it's cover"
Helena's husband gave me a nod of appreciation before he guided his wife away.
Dimitri's gaze fell on her sister, "Why don't you go find Sonya" he said authority lacing his voice.
"I'm here" she said calmly walking up to us.
"Maybe you should keep your friends in line during an event" Dimitri said glaring at his sisters. All she did was shrug slightly, not breaking eye contact from Dimitri.
Exhaling Dimitri broke away from his sisters gaze looking down on me, ignoring that we still had a crowd. "I'm sorry I was gone for so long" Music started playing again and Dimitri held out his hand, "Could I have this dance?" giving me a seductive smile. I grinned nodding.
Looking over at Sonya, who was still glaring at us, I unfastened the broach at the front of my cape, shrugging it off my shoulders. I could hear a few gasps as it was a risky move, although I could see the amusement of Dimitri's face.
Taking the cape off fully I grinned towards Sonya passing it to her and said, "Could you hold this for a moment? Thank you"
I think she was fuming but I didn't care. Taking Dimitri's hand I let him guide me onto the dance floor, letting myself get lost in the music and his arms the rest of the evening was my favourite part. We just danced and danced and danced.
BOOM! Now what do we think? How do we feel about the Belikov sisters now instantly liking Rose?
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