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HEY EVERYONE!!! YOU GUYS MUST NOT HAVE LIKED MY LAST CHAPTER…:( I DIDN'T FEEL MUCH LOVE….
I WAS GOING TO MEET THE PARENTS THIS CHAPTER, BUT I HAD AN IDEA ABOUT CAITLIN AND ROSE.
I NEEDED TO BRING CAITLIN INTO THE STORY A LITTLE MORE. IF YOU LIKE THE STORY PLEASE REVIEW…I NEED IT TO BE CREATIVE. ;D
CHAPTER 18
ROSE'S POV
I walked with Adrian to the door as he was leaving for work. "I will miss you today." I said, standing on my tiptoes to reach his lips. He snaked an arm around my waist pulling me close.
"I will miss you too!" He breathed against my lips as he deepened our kiss. I giggled against his mouth. "You better get going or you will never make it to work." He let out a big sigh. " I
suppose you're right, I love you Little Dhampir. I will see you tonight." I looked up at him and smiled. "Okay, I love you too!." Flashing his gorgeous smile as he shut the door behind him.
I walked into the bathroom; deciding I needed a bubble bath, I wanted to relax a little this morning. I was tense just thinking about that bitch, Caitlin. She would be spending every work
day with Adrian; Don't think for one second I wouldn't put that girl in her place. God help her if she is stupid enough to piss with either me or Adrian. I would seriously put a hurting to that
girl, Royal or Not! I am surprised by my overwhelming need to be protective of Adrian. Hell, I don't know, maybe I am extremely jealous. It's like I am waiting for the floor to fall out from
underneath me. I have a feeling that just won't leave me alone. I mean, Can a guy like Adrian be content with one woman? Will the Moroi's disapproval of our relationship get to him…in time?
I love that he takes a stand for me …us. But, is it fair.? His family will probably be the deciding factor; If they can't accept their only son's decision to marry a dhampir , no one will. God, I need to
shut my brain off for a while and relax. I felt the baby stirring around as if he were saying the same thing…Relax, so I did. I was listening to my ipod and as the music shuffled through it's
selections, an older song came on. 'It don't matter' by Akon. Oh perfect. I am giving up. I removed my earbuds and got out of the tub. Just when I stepped out, our home phone was ringing;
I ran towards the phone, banging my toe on the couch. "Damn it" I yelled out as the machine picked up the missed call. They decided to not leave a message, and I figured 'what the hell'
if it's important; they will call back. I started walking to my closet; to get dressed, when my cell phone shrieked. I managed to find it and answer it on the third ring.
I answered, breathless. "Hello?" The voice on the other line was slightly muffled. "Rose Hathaway?" I hesitated; not knowing who is was on the other line. "Yea! Who wants to know?" I ask.
"You don't need to worry about that ….right now. I just want to make you aware of the fact that; I want Adrian and he won't be yours for much longer." The girl spoke in a nasty manner. Oh hell no! Bitch did
not just threatened me. Obviously, she has never met this girl. "Is that right? Is that a threat or something?" I smirked as I spoke the words, sarcasm evident. "Oh, it's no threat, it's a promise. Just wait
and enjoy the nasty ride I am about to take the both of you on." She sneered at me. " Well, let's buckle in Bitch, cause it will get bumpy if you fuck with Adrian." I threatened and I never meant something
more in my life. Laughing came through the other line. "We'll see." And she hung up the phone. That bitch laughed at me: I threw my cell phone against the wall, smashing it. I was furious and I
wanted to hit something. When I find out who called me…I'll show her who and what Rose Hathaway is made of. You better believe it!
There was a knock at the door, just what I wanted. I flung open the door; not registering who was standing there in front of me. "What?" I growled.
"Rose? What's wrong?" Fear, anxiety, and worry hit me like a ton of bricks. It was Lissa.
"Hey Liss! I am sorry. Come on in." I said as I guided her to the couch and sat down.
Lissa reached forward and brushed my hair out of my face. "What happened?" Her voice filled with worry. I was elated that Lissa has been able to help with the 'shadow-kissed darkness'. We have had
a very detailed discussion about it; we took in consideration how it would effect the baby, and had all agreed that he came first. What a comforting concept, he came first.
I took a deep breath trying to calm myself as Lissa stroked my arm. " Someone just called my cell phone... threatening me."
Lissa burrowed her eyebrows. "Threatened how? Who was it?"
I shrugged my shoulders. "A girl…She said I would be losing Adrian because she wanted him. That she was going to take us for a ride." Rushing out in one long breath.
Lissa opened her mouth to say something and closed it, gathering her thoughts. "Did you call Adrian? He really should know."
Not wanting to bother him, but I knew he would be pissed if I kept it from him. " No I didn't call him…I better, huh?" She nodded her head, encouraging me by handing over the phone.
ADRIAN'S POV
My cell phone rang and I looked at the caller id to see it was Rose, I smiled. "Hi Baby! What's going on?"
I could hear the annoyance in her voice. "Hi!" She was pissed about something. Oh shit! I know for sure I didn't do a damn thing wrong…I am on probation, remember?
"What's wrong, Rose?" I ask her.
"Some girl just called here and threatened me." She was feeling weak for having to tell me, but I wanted her to lean on me.
"What? Who threatened you and what did she say?" I roared into the phone.
She sighed. "I handled it in my own way, but she said that she wanted you and that she was going to take both of us for a ride."
I was beyond pissed at this point. "Really? You have no idea who it may have been?"
She sounded as if she were completely stressed out with worry. "No, I didn't recognize the voice. I am worried enough about meeting your parents in a couple days and that you'll tire of me; leaving
me eventually."
I was in shock she would think I would leave her. "Rose, Don't worry about my family; they will love you and I would never leave you. Unless, She is blonde, has huge boobs, and a
mega trust fund. Until that babe comes along; you're stuck with me." I laugh while trying to calm the situation before it got too serious. I needed her to relax and quick. This stress was not good
for her and the baby.
She started to laugh. "You're an ass..Adrian Ivashkov.... I was serious." I knew she was going to be okay.
"So was I…No one could take you from me…ever. I like this jealous side of you. I think it's sexy." Laughing even louder.
"You would." She said condemning me and chuckling while doing it.
"I find you sexy in every way." I say; trying to charm her with no avail.
A quick knock on my door and Caitlin entered. "Umm.. Adrian, I am stepping out, do you need anything before I go? I won't be long."
I glared at her; she knew I understood the implication in her question. "No, I don't need anything from you." I replied sharply.
I was vaguely aware as Rose ask me a question; I was too pissed. "Adrian? Who is there with you?"
I exhaled quickly and answered. "It was Caitlin." The other end of the line held dead silence. "Rose?"
"Huh..Yea..Her voice sounded slightly familiar to me. Have I ever met her?" She ask with curiosity.
I shook my mind. "I don't know…Have you ever met the devil?" I started laughing, feeling the tension from her once again. I hurry to form a diversion. "I have a great idea! Maybe Vasilisa and Christian
could visit my family with us?"
Rose seemed shocked and excited. "Really? Your family won't mind? You don't mind?"
I smiled at the idea; this made her happy. "No, I think it would be nice if they could come with us. Ask Lissa and let me know when I get home."
She laughed again. "Hey….I ah…broke my cell phone this morning, so if you need me and I don't answer at home; call Lissa 's phone, okay?"
"How did you break your cell phone?" I wasn't sure I wanted to know the answer.
"Oh..easy, when I got the phone call from the slut." I laughed out loud. "I threw it against our wall, smashing it." She spoke matter of factually.
Shaking my head. "We will get you a new one later tonight. I will see you soon and Be Good! Love you….bye." Hanging up the phone.
ROSE'S POV
I smiled hanging up the phone and couldn't help noticing the happiness radiating from Lissa. "What are you so happy about?" I grinned at her.
"I love seeing you in love, it really suits you Rose and you deserve it." Pulling me into a hug.
"You're such a sap." Jokingly nudging her away from me. "I almost forgot; Adrian and I would love it if you and Christian would come to his parents home with us." I gave her my most pleading smile.
"Please come with us. I really need your support."
"I will check with Christian; I am sure it won't be a problem. But, I don't think it's a good idea to show up with you. We can always come up a day or two after you arrive there." She gave me a sympathetic
look. "You need to meet them with only Adrian, the first time. Trust me, it will be for the best. Come on and get dressed; I am taking you to lunch."
We took our seats at The Tavern and ordered our lunch. As I was sitting there; First, I noticed a very attractive; tall, blonde Moroi girl, and the most unique thing was, she had lavender colored eyes. The
second thing I noticed was that she was staring daggers in my directions. I whispered to Lissa. "Do you know who that girl is at the bar, the one staring like I owe her money?"
Lissa started laughing as she turned to look at her. " I have no idea. Whoever she is; she is really pretty." I rolled my eyes and took a bite of my food. I almost spit it out when I heard the next words shrilled
out of another Moroi girls mouth. "Oh my God! Caitlin Drozdov. How are you honey?" I was hoping the girl at the bar would not turn around; no such luck. The blonde girl turned and smiled. I hated to
admit this, but she was quite stunning. My heart sank knowing my fiance had been with this woman. I was always told that I am a beautiful girl and I really couldn't disagree. I guess I was quite stunning
also. However, Caitlin and I were polar opposites in the looks department. I am olive skinned, dark haired, eyes and built like a sex goddess. Haha. At least, I used to be. She being light haired, eyes, and tall;
her body, a little flat if you ask me. Admitting to myself; I was jealous. I, Rose, am so damn jealous of this bitch..I wanted to smack her. After I heard her voice; I definitely wanted to smack her. She was the girl who
called me, I knew it. I will play this game out and see where it takes us. She started it and I am going to finish it. "Lissa, Did you hear that?" She nodded with her mouth slightly opened.
"She's the one who called me too." I spoke as I gave Caitlin a death stare and she noticed it. Let her say something. I may be 6 1/2 months pregnant; I'll still kick her ass.
Lissa's eyes widened. "NO…Are you sure?" I felt panic run through her.
"Don't worry Liss. I'm not going to hit her…yet. I am going to let this play out. I am going to let her continue her little game; now that I know who the players are. I am ready to go." We got up from our table
and walked towards our apartments. I turned to Lissa. "Give me a call and let me know if you and Christian can go with us." She gave me a hug.
"Don't worry about anything Rose..Really. Adrian is engaged to you. He doesn't want her." She smiled; trying to convince me with the emotions she was sending me.
I sighed at her. "I appreciate what you're trying to do..I really do. I just need to go home and chill a while. Call me later." We said our good-byes and went on our way.
I walked into our apartment; wanting to lie down. I was exhausted and i just wanted to clear my mind. I was worrying way too much about things that are beyond my control. I figured I would take a nap, wait
for Adrian to come home, and then tomorrow I would start packing for our trip. I eventually fell asleep.
ADRIAN"S POV
I picked up my phone and dialed a number I dreaded to call. It rang twice and he picked up. "Abe Mazur."
I took a quick breath to calm myself. "Hey…Umm..It's Adrian. I think we have a problem." Bracing for the fall-out.
He snarled. "What kind of problem?"
"Rose is being threatened and I think there is more to it then is being revealed." I had a hunch something bad was around the corner.
"Who do you think is behind it?" He demanded an answer from me.
I took another breath and blew it out. "Do you really want me to answer that?"
"I'll be there by the end of the week for business and I will be staying for a while. Ivashkov, you better make sure my girl is safe." The threat to me was obvious.
"We are leaving to see my parents and we will be back in a week or so. I promise she will be safe and I will see you when I get back." I hung up the phone; waiting for the storm I felt brewing in the air.
NEXT CHAPTER WE WILL BE MEETING THE PARENTS….IF YOU LIKE THE STORY…PLEASE, PLEASE..REVIEW..
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