Hey hey everyone!

Oooo looks like Mason is going to pursue Rose! I wonder if he will have any amount of success?

Let's find out! On with the show!

Also I am going to try writing in third person again. Let me know what you all think about it ok.

The flight was beginning to land, making everyone start to stretch from being seated for so long. Rose was sleeping soundly with her head leaning on Dimitri's shoulder. Knowing he had to wake her up, Dimitri couldn't help but gaze at her with more love than any friendship would find appropriate. Sometimes he was just struck by how beautiful Rose looks, and having her this close, he could smell her jasmine scented shampoo that he loves.

Grabbing her hand, caressing the back of it with his thumb he softly nudged her "Roza, it's time to wake up." Beginning to stir, Rose cracked open one of her eyes to look at him before mumbling something he couldn't hear and turning her whole body towards him, snuggling into his side with her legs over his lap. Dimitri's breath caught in his throat as he fought the urge to wrap her up in his arms and hold her to his chest. Lifting his hand, he gently stroked the side of her face, putting some of her hair behind her ear. "Come on sleeping beauty, the plane is landing."

With their faces, and bodies, so close together, Rose was able to fully inhale the wonderful smell of his aftershave. Suddenly wide awake, she gazed up at Dimitri, who still had his thumb stroking her face. Looking into his deep brown eyes, Rose felt like she could get lost in them. She loved the waking up to those eyes looking at her with such, affection, and, dare she think, love. "Hey Comrade" she said meekly, almost wanting to smack herself because she couldn't come up with anything better to say. "Have a good rest Roza?" he smiled at her softly. Nodding her head Rose looked up at him through her lashes, feeling a slight blush coming to her face. "Good" he said.

Feeling the plane descending the two realized what position they were in and quickly disengage from each other. Dimitri dropped his hand from Rose's face and moved his other hand, that he didn't even notice was on one of her thighs that were across his lap. Rose put her legs back on the floor and let go of the arm she was previously snuggling into. "Sorry for using you as a giant teddy bear Comrade, but you really are comfortable" she joked trying to lighten the awkward mood. "Anytime Roza" he replied warmly, not realizing what he just implied, he hoped she didn't notice, but her silence after was a complete give away that her thoughts were in line with his. Crap, real smooth Dimitri. He thought to himself as he got his and Rose's bag from above their seats.

With the door now opened for them to get off, everyone is getting up to put on their winter gear, especially since they could feel the chill creeping in. Rose stood up, reached up doing a stretch. When she turned and saw Mason standing at the end of her row. "Come on Hathaway, enough rest let's get going" he said in an assertive tone that Rose didn't recognize. "Uh…. Ok, let's go." She said. Before she could do it herself, Mason grabbed her jacket, then opened it up, facing Rose so she can put her arms through it. "What are you doing Duckie?" Rose looked at him hesitantly. Rolling his eyes, "Come on Rose, hasn't anyone ever helped you put your coat on?". "No" she said curtly as she turned to put her arms through the sleeves. Putting the coat up on her shoulders, Mason didn't notice the small non-verbal exchange between Rose and Dimitri.

Dimitri was surprised by Mason's gesture. He has been in America for almost three years now and never seen a man do such a thing for a woman here. Back home, in Russia, sure any gentleman may do that for their woman or female relative, he assumed gestures like that were considered too old fashioned in the US. Hearing Rose's reply made him want to kick himself though, he wished he could have done that for her. Looking at Novice Ashford, he couldn't help but feel some resentment towards the attention he was giving Rose. Making eye contact with her as she was putting the coat on, albeit a bit clumsily due to both her and Novice Ashford's inexperience, he slightly raised one of his eyebrows in a questioning expression. Rose turned her palms out and raised her eyebrows with a slight from, the universal sign on I don't know.

Getting off of the plane Rose saw a tall figure coming to greet them. Upon reaching them Rose saw that is was a woman. Obviously, it was Christian's aunt Natasha Ozera. Rose was able to see the resemblance immediately, just like most members of the Ozera family, she could see her raven black hair and icy blue eyes, much like her nephew. She was wearing a very long fur coat, so Rose couldn't make out anything else, but she did see the scar she had on the side of her face. She came to hug Christian first with a huge smile. Rose could practically taste Lissa's nervousness when Tasha turned to her, but it melted away when she came and hugged Lissa too, showing her acceptance of her. Looking up, her eyes widened as she yelled out "DIMKA!" Rushing past Rose, she launched herself at Dimitri, who, although was happy to see her, was a bit thrown off by her embrace. Returning only a half hug, Dimitri said "Nice to see you too, Tasha." Rose immediately felt a slight stab of jealousy at watching Tasha invade Dimitri's personal space like that as she patiently, waited for her to remove herself off him, which didn't happen until Dimitri slightly pushed her off of him, looking uncomfortable.

With a smile still on her face, Tasha let go. Then she turned to Rose, Mason, and Eddie. "Oh Christian did say that he invited some of his Novice friends over as well, please introduce us." Coming over shyly, Christian politely introduced us "These are novices Eddie Castile, Mason Ashford, and Rose Hathaway. Everyone this is my Aunt Natasha Ozera." Mason, Eddie, and Rose all gave a small wave and hello, although Rose was trying to keep her expression neutral to hide her dislike for the Moroi.

"Hathaway? Oh, you must be the novice that ran away with the princess. I believe Christian mentioned you a few times." Tasha pondered out loud. "Guilty, Lady Ozera" Rose muttered. "Please, you all can call me Tasha, I don't care for all those fancy titles" she corrected. "Come on, I want to show you all the resort we will be staying at for the next two weeks, then we can get settled, and go to get something to eat."

The resort was beautiful. It was more like a tiny compound with all of the Moroi that would come to visit during this time of year. There were indoor pools, jacuzzies, game rooms, and cafes for guests and Guardian cafeterias. They were all to stay on one floor together. Getting off the elevator, there was a decent sized lounge with a tiny kitchen in the back and a large flat-screen tv in front of the brown leather sofas. Everyone got their own room too. Going down one hallway, on the right side, Dimitri's room was first, since he was a Guardian and armed. Next was Tasha's room, which Rose didn't believe was an accident, then there was Eddie's room, followed by a laundry room and an emergency exit staircase that led to the other floors and the ground level. On the left side was Lissa's room, since she should be close to Dimitri, then Christian's. Rose wanted to roll her eyes, knowing there was no way Lissa was going to actually be sleeping in her room. Next was Rose's room, and lastly, there was Mason's. At the end of the hall of the same side of Rose's room was a large bathroom.

They all unpacked quickly and looked around the rooms. Rose thought it was standard but nice regardless. There was a queen sized matress and windows overlooking the snowy mountains in the distance on each side of the bed. She put a few of her things and her toiletries in the empty dresser and found an outlet to charge her phone.

After about 20 minutes or so, they all came out of their rooms to go to the café to get something to eat.

Walking into the café, it was crystal clear that they were not use to guess that were like me. And by that I mean the café was intended for Moroi to be the guests. Most of them stared at me with disgust, although they were being served by Dhampir. I could tell Eddie and Mason noticed it too as their spines became a bit more rigid under the hateful gazes. Turning to look at Dimitri, I could see his guardian mask in place, but I noticed the tiniest squint in his eyes as he stared back, blatantly, at some of the Moroi glaring at us.

The serving sizes were incredibly small as well. It seemed that all the Dhampir at the table just silently accepted the small portion, probably hoping to come across more food later. I know that even I didn't want to make a scene right now. Most Moroi are not used to seeing how much Dhampir can eat and I don't feel like putting on a show for these people.

Speaking of shows though, I was thoroughly enjoying the one Tasha was putting on for all of us. If I wasn't positive that she had a thing for Dimitri, I was definitely sure now! Sitting right next to him, she tried to find any way possible to touch him. When he didn't respond to her grazes, she tried to engage him in conversation.

"So how do you like guarding the princess Dimka?" she implored trying to batt her eyelashes

"It's fine, the princess is a good charge."

"Are you still training all the time?"

"Yes"

"That must be exhausting, you probably have sore muscles every day, you poor baby" making almost everyone at the table cringe.

"I get enough rest."

"That's lovely, you should be able to get more here since you don't have to guard as much, what will you be doing in your spare time?"

"Training"

"Oh come on Dimka, your practically on vacation. Why don't you try doing something you actually enjoy. Take a break from training for once. Maybe we can do a spa day together?" Now she was starting to really annoy me.

"Sorry Tasha, but I actually enjoy training. Plus I am here as the Princess' personal guardian, but also as Rose's mentor. I will not be skipping on our training sessions" his response being gruff and left no room for further discussion.

Realizing she was getting no where for now Tasha turned her attention to Christian, deciding to ask him about school. Looking up, I looked at Dimitri sitting across from me. I was enjoying how he was trying to make the tiny meal in front of him last longer, picking up only a few grams of food at a time. I have seen how much he can put away. His whole plate could have been gone in four bites. Catching my stare, he raised an eyebrow at me, with me eyes, I pointed to my empty plate, his plate with scraps on it, and then back at him. With a subtle shrug of his shoulder, I had to really hold in my laughter, but a smile did show through. Peeking at him again, I saw him grin in the way he does when we are alone. Unfortunately, Tasha just so happened to turn her head at that moment. Catching his grin, which dropped around the moment she faced him, I guess she thought he was smiling at her. She got this dumb dreamy eyed look on her face and just kept staring at him. I just want to rip her eyeballs out. Can't she take a hint that he isn't interested.

Luckily, the moroi were done eating soon. Dimitri finished his plate a while ago, I guess he didn't like the fact that his plate was getting so cold with the pace that he was trying to eat for appearances. On our way back to our rooms, Tasha suggested that we all go to the pool to relax. Since the pool at St. Vlad's has been out of commission for a few years now, everyone wanted to go.

Looking through my bag, I must remember to thank Lissa for reminding me to bring a bathing suit for this trip. I packed the only ones I had: one was a navy blue one piece they gave all the girls at St. Vlad's when we were 13. It was a bit tight on my current figure and worn it but still suitable. The other one was a red two-piece bikini Lissa bought for me when we were on the run. I remember she got it for me because we were supposed to be going to a pool party at one of our human friends' house. I never got the chance to wear it since we got captured about two weeks before the party. I decided to put on the one piece, aiming to be a bit more conservative on our first day. Who knows who will be at the pool tonight and I really don't want to attract the attention of some lecherous Moroi men.

The indoor pool was gorgeous. First off, it was super toasty in here. The large Olympian sized pool was not hard to miss, one wall was completely glass so you can see the snow's harsh contrast to the pitch-black night. In the back of the pool were these rock or boulder like formations, however they were really like little shields for the jacuzzis over there. The floor was covered in stone tiles that were rugged but warm against your feet. White Lawn chairs were on either side of the pool, cushioned for maximum comfort. Lastly, because it was dark outside, the whole place was lit with these warm yellow lighting. The whole place screamed relaxation. The absolute best part though, was that there was no one there.

I really like that part because my bathing suit did not go exactly as planned. Shooting for looking modest, I did not realize that the bathing suit that looking modest on me at 13 years old would look so provocative on me at 17. I was pushing the limits of this thing. If Mason and Eddie's stare upon seeing me was any indication, Lissa happily thought You look like one of the girls on Baewatch. Well it was too late to go pack and change and the two-piece was no better so a am staying like this, everyone else will just have to deal with it.

Thankfully all thoughts of my bathing suit being inappropriate halted when Tasha decided to show us her little number. Oh and I do mean it when I say little because that's how much it covered. It was a one piece-well, it was sort-of a one piece. It was many thin straps wrapping around her midsection. Sure, the essentials were covered, but barely. Showing up in her strappy number did cause everyone to halt for a second, but she was too busy looking around to notice. She found what she was looking for though. With a youthful run, not common for a woman in her early thirties, she cannon-balled into the pool, surfacing she called out "Come on everyone, the water is fine."

Following her gaze, I saw her looking at Dimitri. I didn't even notice that the Russian God was there. He was in a pair of black swim trucks that came down to his knees. Of course, he had to cover his upper body with a brown tank top, but you could still make out some of his bulging muscles underneath. His arms were on full display, looking like a chiseled work of art. I yearned to be wrapped in those arms again. Of course, he wasn't paying attention to anything that was going on because he had one of his westerns in his grasp, leaning back lounging on the lawn chair, he was in his own world.

My attention was taken away from the Russian God as I heard foot steps coming in my direction at an alarming rate. No even thinking about it, I side stepped at the last second grabbing whoever was running and pushing them into the pool using their won momentum. Looking at who landed I could see that it was Mason when he surfaced. "It's not nice to try and scare young women Mason" I chided. Looking up at me he conceded "Nothing ever gets past you does Rose?"

Before I could reply with a confident damn right. I felt someone suddenly wrap their arms around my head and pull me into the water as they jumped. Being caught off guard, and with them weighting me down from the top of my body, I couldn't right myself before it was too late, hence causing me to plung into the water. Coming back up, I was a bit disoriented since my almost waist length hair was blocking my face. Pushing it back, I also had to take in how cold the water felt on my skin, I had goosebumps everywhere. Someone decided to help me stand, wrapping their arms around my waist, although it wasn't needed. "I got you Rose" I heard Mason say. No longer jostled, I looked up a Mason, noticing that his face was about as red as his hair. Confused at first, but then I realized what happened.

The stupid padding, the ones they had in the swim suit lining to cover your breasts, completely went haywire when I got dunked in the pool because, right now, I felt my hard nipples up against Mason's chest. And from his face I could tell that he felt them too. "GOT YOU GOOD HATHAWAY" Eddie yelled between laughing. Thoroughly pissed off now, I climbed out of the pool, and decided to go to the bathroom to see if a could fix this padding issue. Getting out of the pool I noticed just how thin the bathing suit was too, you could easily make out my full breasts and abs in this thing. Crossing my arms over my chest I stomped around the pool heading towards the ladies' room. Once I got past everyone, I put my arms down, just trying to get to the bathroom in one piece.

Just my luck though that Dimitri had to choose to sit in the lawn chair closest to the bathroom. Hearing my approach, he looked up from his book momentarily. However, his eyes widened slightly as he saw me. Giving me a once over, I felt my body heating up under his observing. He spent the majority of the time looking at my breast though, his expression turning into a hungrier one, making me put an extra bounce in my step. Just getting ready to pass him, he made eye contact with me and there was no mistaking the overwhelming amount of lust in his eyes. Turning my head to look at which door to enter, I couldn't deny the blush on my face, or the fact that my nipples were still hard. Although, it wasn't from the cold pool this time.

Those pesky bathing suits, I used to hate them too when I was younger, the padding was so useless over time.

Dimitri needs to get a grip on his Guardian mask though. Maybe seeing Rose soaking went was too much of a distraction?

Anyway, until next time my lovelies.

-GuiltyHentai