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CHAPTER 5
ROSE'S POV
I have been in my room for three days, three very long, hard days. I think I've cried so much that I have no tears left. I managed to get up and wash my face, brush my teeth, and take a shower. After I came out of the
bathroom, I got dressed and sat back on my bed. I lifted the box of possessions that Dimitri had left for me. I opened the little velvet box and the ring inside was beautiful. It was a round solitaire stone. I brought it
closer to my face and that was when I noticed the engraving, it simply stated, " ty maya sudha " meaning you are my destiny. I continued to remove all the items from the box and I picked up his old western book
God, his love for those novels was so cheesy. I had to laugh aloud. When I started flipping through the pages a picture of the two of us together fell out. I had never seen this picture before, but he was gorgeous.
His long, brown hair slightly curled at the ends and that beautiful, angelic smile. I closed my eyes and held the photo close to my chest. I imagined him there with me. His deep, brown eyes staring into mine, as
silent tears rolled down my cheeks. I could hear him saying, "Rose, please I know you are stronger than this. Move on and be happy. I love you always."
" I will never forget you Dimitri. You will forever be in my heart. " I said as I slipped his ring on my finger.
I wiped the tears from my eyes. I knew without a doubt what I needed to do next. I quickly put on my shoes and ran across the quad to the guest rooms as fast as my feet would carry me.
I frantically pounded on the door waiting for an answer.
ADRIAN'S POV
Who the hell is knocking on my door like there is a damn fire in the building? I swear if its my housekeeper, she is SO fired. I grabbed the handle and flung open the door.
"Rose?" I asked in a shocked voice. She stood before me with blood shot, swollen eyes, blotchy skin, and messy hair. I swear at that moment she was the most beautiful creature I've ever laid my eyes upon.
"I want too." she blurted out.
"What? You want to what?" I asked confused.
"I want to try to start a relationship with you. If you will still have me? Rose rushed out in one long breath.
I didn't say anything. I just reacted. I picked up Rose by her waist and spun her around.
" Adrian, Can you stop spinning me, I'm feeling sick? Rose laughed.
I pulled her into a tight embrace and looked to sky and whispered "Thank You" like a silent prayer to the heavens above.
"Did you say something?" Rose asked.
"No, it's just that……..I guess I have to quit smoking?" I asked with a mock horror expression.
" Only if you want to kiss these hot, luscious lips of mine." Rose teased.
" OH, So you're saying that there will be kissing involved?" I grinned at her.
" Most definitely." Rose chuckled as she crashed her lips to mine. She tasted like sugar….I swear we kissed until we could barely breathe. We broke apart to catch our breath and gazing into each others eyes, shocked
by the sudden passion that erupted between us.
" I love you, Little Dhampir." I said. Rose looked straight at me and my heart went to my stomach waiting for her response.
" I'm almost there Adrian. I care for you very much." She said nervously. I hugged her tight.
" I told you I'd take any part you could give me and you've made me happy. I'd rather you say it in return and mean it, than say it because you think that its what I want to hear." I said seriously. Rose smiled and kissed
me again.
" I am so glad you choose to show this side of yourself to only me." Rose blushed.
" Well, I showed all those other women a completely different view of myself." I gave her my most evil grin.
She smacked me, " Adrian you're such a pig?" I laughed at her.
She became serious, "Are you able to give all that up? It doesn't seem fair for you to do all the sacrificing."
I pulled her close and lifted her chin so that she would have to look me in the face.
" You're what I want. The only thing I couldn't stand to give up is you. Nothing else matters. Always believe that." I pleaded.
" So, What are we going to do about our relationship? It's not going to be accepted. Do you want to keep it quiet?" Rose questioned.
" Little Dhampir, I don't care what people think about me, never did. Whether our relationship is accepted or not it doesn't matter. As long as we are secure with our decisions. I would never hide you. I've been called
many things, but a fool has never been one of them." I smiled.
" Come here, I've always wanted to do with you." I said. Rose raised her eyebrows at me.
I rolled my eyes, " And you think my mind is always in the gutter?"
" I've always wanted to slow dance with you. Will you honor me with a dance?" I asked as I reached for Rose's hand. I pushed play on my remote to start the music.
She wrapped her arms around my neck and I pulled her close as we swayed to the music. Rose rested her head to my chest. I closed my eyes savoring the moment. We were dancing to the song, "Wait for you"
Rose lifted her head and I lowered my eyes to look into hers. When the chorus started to play I surprised her when I sang the words to her.
"SO, BABY I WILL WAIT FOR YOU
'CAUSE I DONT KNOW WHAT ELSE I CAN DO
DONT TELL ME I RAN OUT OF TIME
IF IT TAKES THE REST OF MY LIFE.
BABY, I WILL WAIT FOR YOU
IF YOU THINK I'M FINE IT JUST AIN'T TRUE
I REALLY NEED YOU IN MY LIFE
NO MATTER WHAT I HAVE TO DO, I'LL WAIT FOR YOU."
I lightly brushed my lips to hers.
" Rosemarie Hathaway, Thank you so much." I breathed.
" For what?" She asked.
" For choosing to be with me. I am honored to have you in my life." I smiled.
ROSE'S POV
Just then, I doubled over and threw my hand over my mouth and ran to the bathroom.
Adrian was instantly at the bathroom door knocking. " Rose, Are you okay? What's going on?" He shouted through the door.
"I'm sick Adrian." I cried.
" Let me in now Rose. I swear I'll break this door down." He said frantically.
" It's okay really. Don't worry I'll be out in a minute." I croaked. I rinsed my mouth out and splashed water on my face. I made my way into the other room towards Adrian.
He put his hand to my cheek, " Are you okay?" He asked. I nodded my head, but the truth was I've been hit with waves of nausea and dizziness for days. I don't want him to worry.
Adrian smiled at me, " Well Little Dhampir you're getting all my firsts. I've never slow danced with a woman I love and while professing my undying devotion, she throws up……Ah…only you." He laughed.
" Let's get you back to your room. Maybe you just need some rest." He said in protective tone.
Adrian entwined his warm fingers with mine and we walked towards my room. It seemed as if every eye was on us. I was used to it because of me being the disruptive force I am. Adrian was glowing like
a child on Christmas morning. I was really lucky I had the chance to meet two men who truly loved me. Dimitri was my past and as I gave Adrian a sideward glance. I told myself That this wonderful man
beside me is my future. We finally arrived at my door. Adrian turned to kiss me goodnight. I didn't want him to leave.
" Will you stay the night with me?" I asked.
" I'd love too." Adrian smiled.
We entered my room . I told Adrian to do whatever he needed to get comfortable as I went to change. I came back out with a tight tank top and black boys shorts on. Adrian was already on the bed smiling.
He was stripped down to his t shirt and royal blue silk boxers. I had to admit that he looked extremely sexy.
He noticed the expression on my face and he starts laughing and smugly says, " Rosemarie, Don't be thinking you're getting laid tonight."
" Yeah right, I wasn't planning on it." I snorted.
Adrian laughed even harder until he saw my face go serious. He instantly stopped laughing.
" Did I say something wrong? I was just joking before." He stammered.
" It's not that. I've only had sex twice and both times were with Dimitri. I just don't know if I am ready for that step yet." I cringed.
Adrian moved from the bed and hugged me. " I am sorry…..that's not why I am here Rose."
I smiled at him, " I know………..So, Do you want to make out a little?"
" Oh Yeah! I think I could definitely handle that." He grinned.
Adrian took my hand and gently laid me on the bed. He cradled my face in his hands as he slowly brought his lips to mine. God, this man certainly knew how to give a kiss. He took my lower lip in between his lips
and gently sucked and I left out a soft moan. He smiled at my lips " You drive me crazy Rose." He opened my mouth with his and entered his tongue. Our tongues touched and rolled with each other. Adrian slid
his hands down my sides and back up resting his hands near my breasts. OH BOY! I wanted him and I could FEEL he wanted me also, but tonight wasn't the night. He must have felt my apprehension and pulled
back slightly.
I smiled at him and said." We better get some sleep for the big Hathaway/Ivashkov couple reveal tomorrow."
He laughed, " I suppose you're right. Good night Sweetheart."
" Goodnight" I said. We kissed again and turned off the light. He pulled me close and we fell asleep in each others arms.
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