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Now, onto the chapter. There is some serious stuff in this chapter, but I think it's going to be the last seriousnessness in the story, because its turning into more of a drama than a comedy. I hope some of the chapter makes you laugh, cause I like when you guys find my stuff funny ^_^

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P.S: This chapter is dedicated to all you amazing reviewers, but especially Goode-Lover because she made me laugh and we had a conversation that involved barbecue shapes.

Anyway, please enjoy, and I shall see you in a few short paragraphs!

Dimitri sat next to me, leaning against the bag and sighing. We sat like that for a few minutes, until he said something I really wasn't expecting.

"He called me 'Dad'."

My eyes doubled in size, and I turned to face Dimitri. He took my hand, grinning like a fool.

"Rose, Michael called me 'Dad'."

My head spun, confusion rattling me. I could just imagine little question marks floating above my head like a cartoon. But this wasn't a cartoon; it was a dream.

"Re...really?"

I could understand why Michael would call him that, but I didn't understand why Dimitri was so happy.

He grinned, and before I could blink I was in his arms and was being spun around. He placed me on my feet after a few seconds, and kissed my forehead.

I swayed a bit from the absolute shock and sat down again. I couldn't believe that Dimitri was so happy! I mean, I always knew that he loved the kids, but to be this ecstatic was just...

I was lost for words.

"I don't understand..." I whispered, not for fear of someone hearing, but fear that he would suddenly change his mind.

He sat down next to me again, and for the first time I really took in his appearance.

His long brown hair was still dripping wet, but had that sexy beach look to it that made my insides curl, and he was still in his swim suit.

Meaning he was shirtless.

Meaning his abs were on display.

Meaning I was getting a little bit flustered.

Down, girl, down! I scolded myself; not the time! And then he smiled again, and I just lost it. God those lips...

"I love those kids- they annoy me, but I love them. I love that they are mischievous, I love that they are cheeky, I love that they are just like you." My heart swelled at his words, and warmth bubbled deep within me.

I leant closer, wrapping my arms around his neck, pulling him close. In turn he wrapped his arms around my waist. I started to pull back slowly, grazing my cheek against his so damn slowly that I was getting goose-bumps. My toes curled, hair stood edge and I froze.

He kept going though, so slowly and carefully that I could feel his breath fanning my cheek. His lips barely touch my skin but I could sense it in my stomach.

So close...

His lips came closer and closer to mine, I shut my eyes and-

Someone coughed, and I gasped; withdrawing so quickly I fell off the bench. Dimitri reached down, pulling my back into his arms and onto the chair. His skin on mine, making me shiver.

Adrian stood there, an accusing finger pointed at us. "Not in public my children, there are people looking." And it was then I realised that Tasha was still in the vicinity.

She stood to the side, watching with blurry eyes as Dimitri still held me. He realised that too because he let go instantly, rushing over to her. As he was the only thing holding me up I fell off the bench, my heart smashing as it hit the ground.

I sat up, taking Adrian's helping hand. He pulled me up and into his welcoming arms. He wasn't an annoying asshole at that moment, or even Dimitri's cousin, he was just my friend.

He didn't say anything, and neither did I. He just held me close and walked me over to my children, wiping the tears from my cheeks.

It wasn't until much later in the day that we spoke. Even though it was still early, I had just put the kids to bed after a long day, and after checking on them for the fourth time in an hour, I went back into the living room.

Adrian was sitting on the couch, a book in hand. He didn't look up as I came in, but he sensed my presence.

"You know I had to say something. It would have been much worse if I hadn't." He whispered, finally looking up as I fell into his arms for the second time today. He put the book down, and I curled up into his side.

I whispered an agreement. What would've happened if Adrian hadn't have intervened? Would we have kissed? Would Tasha have said something? Would Dimitri have changed his mind? I'm glad it didn't happen though, because the way he ran to her was not the way he has ever run to me.

"Why can't I ever be loved by a man?" I didn't even realise I'd said it until Adrian sighed. He brushed away a hair that fell across my eyes, pulling me closer.

"Oh Rose; I love you. Granted you could never love me back, I see that now, but I do love you." He gently lifted my chin, his sparkling green eyes smiling sadly.

He lent forward and I didn't stop him as he kissed me lightly on the lips. It was soft, sweet, and beautiful, but I didn't feel anything.

It didn't get my mind dizzy, or my stomach fluttering the way Dimitri does, and it hurt. I wish I could love Adrian.

I looked at him again, and when he smiled sadly I knew he felt nothing either. We were just two people looking for love, not two people who had found it. We didn't love each other, we just wanted to.

I curled back into his side and lay there for a while, falling asleep in the wrong man's arms.

The shrill sound of the phone ringing was what woke me up. It was loud and sharp to my ears, and woke me up quietly cruelly. I jolted up right, groaning to myself as the day's events flooded back into my mind.

Stumbling my way to the hotel room phone, I mindlessly picked it up.

"...Hello?"

"Rose!" This is not going to be a good day. "It's Mia!"

Of course it is. I bet she could sense my emotional pain and thought she would kick me while I'm down.

"Hey Mia, how are you?" I honestly don't give a shit.

"I'm great! Aaron took me shopping today, he is so sweet, you know? Well you wouldn't, but yeah, he bought me all this stuff and I had to buy a whole other suitcase to fit it in and-"

Bitch, I don't care.

I just zoned out from then on, helping myself to the delicious food in the fridge. Sure it was hotel food, and probably would cost a lot but Dimitri's paying, so I don't really care.

"Rose, you still there?" She asked, a frown to her voice.

Oh sorry, I was busy thinking of ways shut you up.

"Yeah, I'm still here, go on." Please don't.

I sat down at the table putting together my very own gourmet sandwich, with everything you could think to put on a sandwich. I was grumpy, and I eat when I'm grumpy. Actually, I eat all the time but that's beside the point.

"Anyway, was just ringing to ask you if you wanted to out for dinner. Aaron and I know this adorable little place and it is quite expensive so we don't mind pitching in if you can't afford it-"

"Actually we can't make it tonight, I've already eaten and the kids are-"

"Is tonight a bad night? Are you and Dimitri fighting?"

Yes. "No, of course not! It's just that we've already made plans and-"

"Well, I can understand, you know, Aaron and I have something special, so we don't fight a lot, but you and Dimitri are a regular couple so I get it. You fight. It's okay, Rose!"

I'm about ready slap this bitch. I'm pissed off, hungry and she is annoying me.

"You know what?! We can come! We'd love to!"

"Great? Meet you in the hotel lobby about six? See you then!"

And then she hung up, leaving me gaping like a fish at the mess I've just made. I placed the phone on the counter, just next to my now empty plate, unsure about what to do next. I couldn't back out now; I'd never hear the end of it, but I also really didn't want to talk to Dimitri at the moment.

I took a deep breath and picked up the phone, knowing that I had to stop acting like a child. I dialled Dimitri's room number and waited impatiently for him to pick up.

"Hello?" He asked, voice husky.

"Finally! Don't tell me you and Tasha were getting it on already?"

If I had to suffer, then so did he.

"Rose? Is that you?" He seemed very surprised, and I don't blame him. I would be surprised too.

"No, it's the tooth fairy. Look, Mia rang and we're going out for dinner. Don't you dare say you can't come, because you owe me and I'm not in a good mood."

He sighed on the other side of the phone, and I chuckled at how easily I could irritate him. He obviously doesn't have feelings for me, so I'm going to deny my feelings for as long as possible, and hopefully they'll just turn back to feelings for a friend. If I act the way I would have at the start of the year then maybe I'll forget about the almost-kiss and go back to normal. (I knew it wouldn't work, but I might as well try.)

"I don't know Rose, it's my first night lone with...are you okay Rose?" His voice sounded worried, worried about me.

"Huh? Yeah, why?" Act normal, act normal, act normal.

"Well, you know..."

"That was nothing Dimitri. I was just caught in the moment! You'd just saved my son's life and I was scared and vulnerable. Now, about dinner?"

He didn't answer for a while, and neither of us said anything.

Then he sighed again and answered, "Well, I don't know. Tasha and I were planning to spend the night alone-"

"Just put her on the phone!" I exclaimed loudly. At the moment Adrian woke up and came waddling into the kitchen, sitting across from me. He downed the open beer I had sitting on the counter and groaned at me, resting his head on the cold surface of the counter.

There was shuffling on the other side of the line and then music became apparent, along with the sound of running water. Great, Dimitri was in the bathroom with a naked, wet Tasha. I'm going to have nightmares for the rest of my life.

"Please tell me she is not listening to 'N Sync'," I chuckled, forgetting the awkward situation for one moment.

"No! It's, um, coming from the elevator!" He cried, obviously embarrassed by her choice in music.

"Sure, sure."

There was more rustling and then the running water became more apparent.

"Mia?"

Adrian burped at that moment, which actually gave me a pretty good idea.

I covered the mouthpiece with my hand, holding it out to Adrian. "Take the phone! I need you to take Tasha as far away from the hotel as possible!"

He looked outraged at my demand.

"No! It's not my problem! I just want to stay here and relax."

"Please! Please, please!"

I pouted at him, giving him my best puppy dog look, and as expected he fell for it.

"Fine. But can I sleep in the bed with you?"

I gave a fake look of confusion, gesturing to the bathroom where a blanket and pillow were lying in the bathtub. "Why? You have your own private room?"

Why hello again! I hope you liked this chapter, even though it wasnt very good :( I'm sick, and tired, and I rushed it cause I have to start my homework, but I wanted to get something up. Because I love you.

This last part is one of my favourite parts in the movie! I LMFAO everytime I watch it. No joke.

Oh, and expect more LOL and almost-kissy kissy moments coming up soon!

Sorry, I think I'm delusional.

HAVE AN AMAZEBALLS WEEK!