I pulled up to the bar. The Apple Martini was spelt across one window in bright neon colors. I got out from my rented SUV. The smell of alcohol hung in the air or possibly that drunken old man passed out next to a trash can near the entrance.

Inside I found tables scattered among the room, the long bar towards the back and beer advertisements in Russian covered the walls. By the look of things, this place didn't get much action. Only a couple in their twenties maybe and a small herd of men crowed around a small TV that showed NASCAR race reruns.

I walked up the bar and ordered a beer; I wasn't up for ordering something with more taste. The bartender returned, placing the beer onto the bar and held his hand out towards me for his pay. I patted my pockets, searching for some change, Nothing. He spoke angrily at me as I cursed under my breath, trying to think of an excuse that he would understand.

"It's on me" A new voice called, placing money in the bartender's hand.

I turned to face whoever it was being generous to a wreck like myself. To my surprise, He too was a dhampir. He was Hot! Not god-like hot, like Dimitri was or still might be. But, he put a little sparkle in my eyes.

"Thanks, Um..."

"My name is Isaac" He said nodding. "Now can I ask why a gorgeous lady like yourself is in a wretched place like Siberia?"

I laughed. "You wouldn't exactly want to know... I'm Rose Hathaway, Nice to meet you Isaac"

We talked a little. I soon found out Isaac was fired from guardianship because he was involved with a dhampir like Dimitri and I were. Apparently, he knew a lot on me before our little introduction. He knew I was Shadow-Kissed.

"H-How do you know I'm S-Shadow-Kissed?" I stuttered.

He stared at me with blank eyes. "Follow me and I'll explain everything" I shrugged, I didn't like the sound of this but I had to know.

We walked out from the bar; I followed Isaac as he led me into the alley onside of the bar. Everything grew darker the farther we walked in the alley. Fear began to boil in my soul.

"Um, Isaac? Are you sure the best place to explain things?"

I heard no response. I turned my head towards where Isaac stood. My eyes widened and nausea hit me hard. Isaac was no longer with me. But, several piercing red eyes were.

Hmm... I reeally need to make the chapters longer.. :/ But I suppose that will come in time, right? ) Hope you like it so far! xx