Sorry it took me so long to post. But here it is Ch.7
Hope you guys like it.
Thanks for reading!
I'm dedicating this chapter and my next chapter to my best friend Terri, who truly motivates me to write.
Marla
DPOV
I was on my way to my room. I had an hour before my shift started. I needed to take a hot shower, plus I had to call
Viktoria. Truthfully all I wanted to do is talk to Rose, but I wasn't going to have time. Walking into my room I placed
my bag next to the bed. Sitting down on the edge, I pulled out my phone and began dialing. Viktoria picked up on the
second ring. "Hello" she said answering the phone. I have to admit even though I was mad at her for getting into trouble
it was nice to hear her voice. It is hard not seeing my family, I miss them deeply. "Hello Viktoria how's my little sister?
I hope staying out of trouble." I said, implying I knew what was going on. "Hello Dimka, I'm guessing you've talked to
Mama," she replied. "It's not that bad. Some of the moroi here need to be taught to keep their hands to themselves. I was
just teaching them." She declared. I just shook my head and thought, Wow! Viktoria and Rose are more alike than I
realized. "Dimka, you don't have to worry about me!" she informed me. I let out a slight laugh. "What's so funny?" she
questioned. She was beginning to sound annoyed with me. "I guess it's not that funny. Viktoria you don't understand!
You're my little sister and no matter what, I will always worry about you." I confessed. "I know you always will, that's
why I love you so much Dimka, but everything is fine." She acknowledged. Who does she think she is kidding?
"Everything is not fine Viktoria, Headmistress told Mama that if there is one more incident with you, you're going to be
transferred." I said with irritation. "You have Mama worried Viktoria. Getting transferred for hitting moroi does not look
good on your record." I affirmed. I guess I should take my own advice, but Adrian really pushes my buttons. So I can
relate to her frustration. I just can't admit that to her. Realizing what time it was I said "Viktoria my shift will be starting
soon so I have to go, but before I say goodbye. Will you promise me that you will stay out of trouble?" She didn't say
anything at first than she broke the silence. "Dimka, I promise I will try!" she replied. Sighing deeply I thought, why
does she have to be so stubborn? "Okay Viktoria," my voice becoming stern, "but if I have to get involved, there is going
to be serious consequences!" Groaning into the phone she retorted, "Fine Dimka, I understand!" We both said our
goodbyes and hung up the phone. Glancing at my watch I thought if I hurried with my shower I would have time to call
Rose. I quickly stripped myself of my clothes and jumped into the shower. As stepped out of the shower and wrapped a
towel around my waist I heard a knock at my door. "Just a minute," I shouted walking out of the bathroom. After
slipping on some clothes I answered the door. Guardian Korskii, which is one of the queen's guardians, was standing
outside the door. "What can I do for you Guardian Korskii?" I asked. "The Queen would like to see you in her chambers
in ten minutes", he replied. Without another word he turned on his heals and walked off.
RPOV
Lissa and I were almost done packing my things when she noticed the time. "Rose, will you come with me to the
feeders? I'm suppose to meet Christian there in fifteen minutes." She asked. I looked around at the room. There wasn't
much left to pack. "Yeah, I'll go with you. I can finish packing later." I replied taking her arm and leading her out the
door. Walking across the Quad to the commons building, I saw Alberta approaching us. "Hello Guardian Petrov," Lissa
said acknowledging her presence. "Hello Princess….. Rose," she said bowing her head to Lissa. "Rose, Kirova asked
me to come find you. She would like to speak with you in her office." Wondering what it was about, I thought I'm sure
Kirova just wanted to go over some last minute details with me about my transfer. Just then Lissa's voice pulled me out
of my thoughts. "Rose did you here me?" she asked looking concerned. "I'm sorry Lissa, what did you say?" I
questioned. "Do you want me to go with you?" She asked again. "No" I replied. "Go meet Christian. I'll come find you
guys later." "Okay Rose, I'll see you later. Goodbye Guardian Petrov." she stated as she hugged me and walked off to
meet Christian. Alberta remained standing there watching me intently. "Rose, is there something going on I should know
about." She inquired. I hated not telling Alberta the truth; she has always been so good to me. "Nothing is going on
Alberta. I just asked Kirova to check on a graduation surprise I'm planning for Lissa." I lied. She just kept eyeing me for
a minute. Trying to see if I was lying. "You don't have to lie to me Rose, you know you can tell me anything." She
reminded me. "I know I can, but it's nothing to be concerned about. I better not keep Kirova waiting; I'll see you later
Alberta." I said as I ran off towards the administration office. The receptionist outside Kirova's office glimpsed up at me
as I approached. " Go right in Miss Hathaway, Headmistress has been expecting you." She informed me. Nodding my
head to her, I entered Kirova's office. She was sitting behind her desk looking over some paper work. "Come in Rose,
have a seat." She said when she seen me come through the doorway. Seating myself across from her, I inquired. "Did I
do something wrong Headmistress?" She shook her head and smiled at me. "Everything is fine Rose. I just needed to let
you know that you're departure time has changed. You will be leaving sooner than planned." She explained. "Your new
mentor would like you to resume your training as soon as possible." I was a little shocked, but I guess the sooner I get
there the better. "When will I be leaving?" I asked. She glanced at the papers on her desk, looking back up to me she
said. "Your leaving tomorrow night. Do you have all of your belongings packed yet?" she questioned. "I'm almost
finished, I only have a few more things to pack," I uttered. Standing up from her desk." Do you have any questions about
St. Augustine's? Kirova asked. "I guess the only thing I need to know is who my new mentor is." I answered. You're
new mentor's name is Guardian Gregori Kane, I hear he is and excellent guardian. I believe you will learn a great deal
from him." She said with affirmation. Rising from my chair, Kirova escorted me to the door. She captured my hand in
hers; shaking my hand she concluded our conversation by saying. "Good luck Rose, we will miss you!" "Thank You;" I
told her and I walked out of her office.
Wandering my way back to my room, I began feeling despondent. Once in my room I flopped down on the bed. I felt
like I haven't slept in days. Lying here, I was trying to wrap mind around the fact that I would be leaving in less than 24
hrs. I closed my eyes; I was daydreaming about Dimitri. I didn't even realize I fell asleep until I found myself standing
on the balcony of the ski lodge, where I first met Adrian. It was nighttime here at the ski lodge. Rose trees that were
illuminated with hundreds of clear lights surrounded the balcony. It was absolutely breathtaking. Standing here on the
balcony, taking in the beautiful scenery, I heard Adrian moving toward me. "Hello little dhampir," he spoke softly.
"Hello Adrian," I replied as I turned to face him. "Rose before you try to kill me. I want you to know I'm sorry for
asking about Kirova in front of Belikov. I guess I wasn't thinking." He sounded so regretful, but I wasn't letting him off
that easy. "Lucky for you Adrian, Dimitri let it go and didn't continue to question me or believe me you would be dead
right now!" I smiled. As much as I hated to admit it Adrian was my friend. "So Rose, when are you leaving?" He stammered.
Hating to answer his question I spoke in almost a whisper. "I will be leaving tomorrow
night, and before you even ask me, I'm not telling you were I'm going." Adrian watched me attentively, almost as if he
was taking in all my features. The silence was becoming awkward. "Adrian can I ask you a question?" He smiled, "You
can ask me anything Rose." "Why did you pick the ski lodge for my dream?" I asked. He looked a little nervous, which
was funny because I never seen Adrian nervous. "Will you come sit down with me?" he asked motioning towards a
bench. "I have something important to talk to you about." He declared. I was feeling a little uncomfortable, but I
accepted. "I chose this place because this is where I first met you. This is where my feelings for you started." He
admitted. I stood up to walk away when he grabbed my wrist. "Please Rose, will you just hear me out!" he pleaded. I
could see the pain in his eyes so I gave in. "All right Adrian," I said sitting back down. I'm warning you, don't piss me
off. He ran his fingers through his hair and sighed. I could tell he was planning his words carefully. Adrian took my
hand in his, staring me straight in the eyes he softly spoke, "Rose, you know I would do anything for you" …….
"Adrian" I attempted to cut him off. "Rose, please let me finish." He demanded. "Okay Adrian, but you are walking a
very fine line." I growled. "Rose, when I first met you on this balcony I would have never thought my feelings for you
could be this strong. What I'm trying to say is Rosemarie Hathaway I love you!" Adrian confessed with so much
devotion. I bowed my head, just staring at our hands. "I know you don't have the same feelings for me, but if you would
just give us a chance you could love me." He said practically begging. "Adrian, I'm sorry. I don't want to hurt you, but
you know I love Dimitri. There will never be anyone else for me. My heart will always belong to him!" He gently
cradled my face in his hands, bringing our faces just inches apart. "Please just think about it Rose." He said as he pressed
his lips to mine. A surge of heat ran through my body, but it wasn't passion, it was pure ANGER! I shoved him away
from me. My hands were formed into fist. "Adrian how could you! Your and asshole" was all I got out, when my fist
made perfect contact with his face. "OW Rose! " Adrian Screamed. "Don't you ever touch me again! Let me the hell out
of this dream, NOW!" I shouted. He was holding his eye " Fine Rose!" he shouted back. The dream began to fade and I
opened my eyes. I sat up in bed letting out a frustrated sigh. I can't believe the nerve of that son of a bitch, I thought. I
threw my legs out over the edge of the bed. Sitting there I held my face in my hands. Eventually I managed to force
myself to my feet. I finished packing and placed my suitcases next to the door. I was still fuming about Adrian. I needed
to find Lissa. I needed to tell her about Adrian. Most of all I needed to say my goodbyes.