A/N: So how is everyone? Hope you're enjoying the Fanfic so far. Sorry everyone for taking forever to upload. Please forgive me. I've been so packed with school, assignments and homework that i haven't had time to write or post anything, so sorry guys.
I woke up to the annoying shrill of my alarm clock. I hit the snooze button and went back to sleep. Ten minutes later someone knocked at my door. I pulled the sheet over my head and ignored it. I knew it wasn't Lissa because I couldn't feel her. She was still asleep. Lucky girl. I thought.
The knocking stopped but I soon heard keys begin shoved into the key hole. Someone walked into my room and slammed the door. Someone pulled the sheet that was over my head and left it at the edge of the bed.
"Get up!" The voice was familiar but I didn't open my eyes. The person was trying not to yell. "Rosemarie Hathaway!" I opened my eyes to see the one and only Dimitri Belikov standing at the edge of my bed.
"What the hell are you doing in my room?" I yelled at him. I realised he was staring at me,and then I realised the little amount of clothes I had on. I was only wearing a pair of red boy shorts and a black singlet. What? It's my room I think I should be able to wear what I want to sleep.
"Getting you for training? Have you forgotten already?" He said sarcastically. I sat up in bed and looked at him.
"How did you get in here?" I said narrowing my eyes at him.
"Master key," He said mater of factly. Might have to steal that off him. Maybe walk into his room while he asleep to get him up for training. I thought contemplating to get revenge. I stretched and got out of bed. I pulled the covers up and made my bed. On top of my bed was Adrian's top from last night, I grabbed it and put it on and only buttoning the middle button.
I went to my wardrobe and got my training clothes out. Dimitri was watching my every move. It was annoying to know he was looking at me but why was he looking at me. I walked to the bathroom and put my clothes on leaving my pyjamas on the back of the door on the hook. I walked out with Adrian's shirt. I put his shirt on the bed and folded it leaving it there for him. It smelt like him. What an intoxicating smell.
"Why do you have a boy's shirt with you?" Dimitri asked from behind me. He hadn't moved one inch since I got up. He was still standing near my bed.
"That's none of your business." I told him as I grabbed my bag ready for training. I stood near the door.
"Are we going or are you just going to stand there all day." I said getting annoyed.
I opened the door and waited for him to get out of my room. "And don't you ever come into my room without asking." I told him as I closed my door after he exited.
"Maybe if you got up I wouldn't have to." He said as we walked to the gym. I ignored his statement and walked next to him trying to push him or hit him or do anything that would hurt him.
Once we got to the gym I put my bag on the floor and we started doing some stretches. He then showed me some reps and weights to do. After I was done I collapsed on the floor at how tired I was.
"Better get used to it; we're going to start running in the afternoon." I sighed and looked up at him.
"Seriously? Come on! What the hell do you think I am? Invincible?" I said wincing in pain.
"Rose you must get used to this. I will push you harder and you will thank me one day." He said as he started showing me some cool down stretches. I followed his lead and did as he asked.
"How did you end up at this Academy? You weren't here a few years ago?" I asked curious. I wanted to know how the hell he got to be Lissa's guardian.
"I . . . um was asked to come and be a guardian here since I no longer had a charge. I was asked by multiple people for me to be their guardian but I decided to come to an Academy instead." I sat up and crossed my legs just watching the different expression on his face before it became a mask again.
"What happened to your charge?"
"He died when I was away." He said as his face darkened.
"I'm sorry." He smiled at me but it didn't reach his eyes. "Are you coming to the dinner tonight that Lady Ivashkov is hosting?" I asked trying to change the conversation to something more subtle.
He smiled before answering. "The dinner for Vasilissa's return."
"Yeah that one."
He nodded. "Yes I've been invited as a guest."
"What?" No one has ever asked a guardian to sit on a royal dinner.
"Yeah I was a shocked as you when I receive the note."
"Wow, looks like we're going to have to push the stakes higher to impress them." He smiled and it almost reached his eyes.
"Well I'll see you later then. Enjoy your day." He said as we both stood up. I went to get changed.
When I was walking out the door to get to my next class someone called my name. I turned to see Dimitri walking towards me. "You left this in training." He said holding a bracelet in his hands. It was the one Adrian gave to me for my last birthday. It was a charm bracelet. Adrian had given me a heart charm, Lissa gave me a sword, my mother gave me an eye and there was an old charm on it. It was of a halo. My mother said that my father gave it to her. The halo meant that God would always be here for me even if it didn't seem that way.
"It's very pretty." he said looking at it and then at me. I reached out for it but he grabbed my arm and put it on for me.
"Thank . . . you." I stuttered. I was shocked that he would put it on for me. He's usually so hostile towards me. He brushed my hand before letting it go. My hand fell to my side and I turned around to go to my next class. He walked beside me and when I was getting closer to my room he spoke.
"Don't forget about training after school." He said and it seemed as if he was smirking. He walked ahead of me and I started at his back as he entered the room. I walked in and tuned out until it was time for practice, where we would team up and spar. I was actually getting a bit better.
After all my classes and lunch I went to after school training. He was right; he was going to start running. Damn him.
After training I sullenly moved to my dorm. It was about 4:00 am. The sun would come out in about three hours or so. I went to my dorm and hastily removed my training clothes. I walked over to my wardrobe and realised I had nothing appropriate to wear to the dinner. I sat on the bed upset that I could no longer go to the dinner. A couple of minutes later someone knocked on the door. I grabbed my silk robe and put in on as I opened the door. Dimitri stood there with two boxes in his hands. I leaned against the door frame and waited for him to speak.
"I've been especially instructed to come and give you this." He said handing me the boxes. "I'll see you later." He said as he left. I closed the door behind me and put the boxes on my bed. I opened the bigger one and read the card before looking at what was inside.
Rose,
I knew you wouldn't have anything to wear so I got you this when I went on a shopping trip. I really wanted you to come but Ms Kirova said 'No.' I'm organising another trip so I'm sure you'll be able to go to this one. Enjoy.
I'll see you soon.
Love Lissa.
I removed the tissue paper and had a look at what was in the box. Inside was a purple velvet dress. It went up to my knees and showed very little of my cleavage. It was a dinner so the clothing had to be appropriate. I had the perfect black bolero that I could wear with it. I put the dress back in the box and opened the other. Inside were a pair of heels and a bottle of perfume.
I opened the envelope and read the card.
To my dearest Rose
I know you don't really like heels but to impress my mother you kind of have to. You can kill me later about that but I got you the perfect perfume. I'm sure you'll look stunning. I won't be able to come and escort you but my mother will send a guardian to come a get you so you are on time.
Love Adrian.
I looked at the black heels and then smelled the perfume. It had a sweet fruity smell. I put it back in the box and went to have a quick shower.
I exited the shower and put on my under garments, which were a pair of black panties and a bra. I walked over to my vanity table and started doing my hair. I decided to have it pulled back from the sides but leave the back hanging down. I then applied my make-up but kept it light and simple. All the make-up matched my skin tone but just brought it out a little.
I walked over to my bed and slipped my dress on slowly so it wouldn't ruin my hair or make-up. I put my shoes on and then grabbed the bottle of perfume. I sprayed some on my neck and some on my wrists. I walked over to my wardrobe and put on my bolero and I got my black clutch out as well. I walked over to the full length mirror and had a look at myself.
Just as I was about to put a little lip gloss on, there was a knock at the door.
"Yes?" I called out but still went over to get my lip gloss.
"Miss Hathaway," A familiar voice said as they opened my door. I didn't turn but watched Dimitri, in the mirror, come into my room and close the door. He turned and faced me. He eyes widened as he looked at me. A smirk appeared on his face and this time it reached his eyes. I put the lip gloss in my clutch and then turned around.
"I'm . . . here to escort you to the dinner." He said just staring at me.
"Then lets go." I said as I started walking towards him. He opened the door for me being very chivalrous as he said, "Ladies first." I walked out the door and waited for him as I didn't know where the dinner was to be held.
We walked in silence to the part of the school that held the Ivashkov's. There was a small dinner hall next to it that they used frequently for dinners or parties when the queen arrived or other royalty.
"Guardian Belikov. How are you?" One of the guardians asked; who was standing guard at the doors.
"Chase, long time no see. I'm pretty good and you." He asked in a casual tone. I've never seen him be so . . . talkative to someone. I mean he usually keeps to himself. I tuned out right when they started talking about work. My mind wondered to Lissa's. She was already inside, waiting for us. She was speaking to Lord Ivashkov about the court and possibly being a part of that one day. She was nervously waiting for me.
"Anyway I better be off. Have a dinner to attend to." Dimitri said as he walked past Chase. "Rose?" He asked. I pulled myself out of Lissa's head and focused on him. "Everything okay?" He asked taking a step towards me.
"I'm fine. Let's go inside." I said trying to avoid further questions. He gave me a questioning look and waited for me to enter the room before saying goodbye to Chase. He closed the door behind him and whispered to me. "Rose? Are you lying? Is something going on?"
"Dimitri. Just don't." I said. He was about to respond and grab my arm when Adrian appeared out of nowhere.
"Rose? Is that you? I've been waiting for you? What took you so long?" He asked stepping towards me and placing his arm around my waist.
"Sorry. I was fixing my hair." I said so he wouldn't get suspicious even though nothing happened.
"Did Dimitri escort you?" Dimitri had already walked inside and Adrian was at my side escorting me to the table.
"Yes."
"I hope that was okay. I know you see him every day."
"It's fine." He looked at me to make sure that I wasn't lying and then he smile.
"Okay." He kissed me on the top of my head before pulling my chair out and waiting for me to sit down.
"Thanks." I said as I sit down.
"Rosemarie, how are you?" Daniela Ivashkov asked from across the table. Lord Ivashkov sat at the top, Lady Ivashkov sat to the left of him and Adrian sat to the right. I sat next to Adrian while, Lissa sat next to Lady Ivashkov and Dimitri sat next to me.
There was a knock at the door when the entrees were being served.
"Her Royal Majesty Queen Tatiana is here," said the girl who answered the door. The Queen elegantly swooped into the room. Carefully but paced so she wasn't too slow or fast.
"How are we all this fine evening?" She asked as she walked over to front of the table. We had all stood up and bowed by this point.
"Auntie Tatiana, won't you stay for dinner." Nathan said quite shocked that the Queen had showed up. I was more shocked. I had never met her personally but to see her in person was just . . . wow.
"No, I only came to visit when I heard that Adrian and Lissa had returned." She turned her gaze from Nathan and to Adrian.
"Adrian how are you. Why didn't you come and let me know you had returned." I only got back yesterday. It's not as if I could fly over to court and let you know now could I." He said in the most casual tone.
"And who might this be?" She said directing her gaze towards me.
"This is Rose Hathaway." He said as he placed his hand around my waist.
"Ah the notorious Rosemarie Hathaway. Daughter of Janine, unknown father and disrespectfully putting royalty in harm's way." I stared at her with my mouth agape. How dare that bitch say that stuff about me if she doesn't even know me? For all I know she probably has my full record and has people spying on me because I'm with her great nephew. Adrian's grip tightened on me as he knew I would react badly.
Rose, don't do anything stupid.Lissa said to me through the bond.
I finally closed my mouth and the Queen and I had a bit of a stare off.
"It was lovely to meet you all but I must be off." I said as I removed myself from Adrian's grasp. I grabbed my bag and walked out of the hall. I couldn't exactly run because I had heels on. I was going to my dorm but decided that I needed to calm down. I went to the gym but I sat outside on a chair. God, I can't even have dinner with my boyfriend without being treated like crap. I had done nothing. She's worse than Dimitri. Not even he was that sad. Argh!
"Rose?" Someone called out to me.
"What do you want Dimitri?" I asked as he came to sit next to me.
"To see if you're okay." He said quietly.
"Why? Why do you care? Why did you come?"
"Well Adrian would have come but he was too busy yelling at his great aunt for the way she treated you. I came because I knew you needed someone. Lissa was getting concerned and I decided to make sure you we're okay." I was smirking at this point.
"Thanks for being concerned. Not many people would come and see if I'm okay"
"That's a part of the reason why I came to see if you were okay." I looked at him shocked. "What?" He asked after a while.
"Nothing," I said shaking my head." I'm just still shocked that you would care from me even after me being a bitch." He smirked.
"Rose you're not and you know it. You are difficult it times but that's understandable."
"How's it understandable?" I asked curious.
"Well I grew up in a tough home situation. A lot happen. My father was very abusive towards my mother and I decided to stop him."
"What did you do? Tell me you hurt him? Tell me you got him good?" I was entrance by the story and wanted to know what he did to his father. He smiled a little.
"He might have been taller than me but I use his height to my advantage and brought him down."
"Wow. How old were you."
"13." I looked at him shocked.
"Wow, you really are a god." He gave me a weird look.
"What?" He questioned.
"Ah, so why did you leave Siberia?" I asked trying to change to subject of conversation. He gave me a look before continuing.
"I left with my charge but I also wanted to know what the real world was like to experience being in different areas and learning new strategies." He said reminiscing. I look at him shocked at his words yet very understanding of what he was trying to say.
"Do you miss it?" I asked quietly.
"Yes. Sometimes well most times I miss it. But I enjoy being here too." He said after a while of thinking.
"We had better get you to your room before you get in trouble for being here." He said after a while.
"Can we just stay here a while longer, the suns about to come out and I haven't seen it in ages." I said as I stared out at the slowly rising sun, the sky a mix of orange and pink. He didn't respond but he did lean against the wall and watched the sunrise with me for a while.
After a while I got up and stretched. "Come on, Maestro." I said motioning to him to get up.
"I'm happy on the floor Rose."
"Oh really?" I questioned cockily. "If i were to spill water on you would you get up?" I questioned.
"And where would you get water from?" He asked, with his eyes closed just basking in the sun. There was water in the gutters of the gym and i knew it because the snow was starting to melt. I ran away from Dimitri and ran back, aiming at the wall, running up, grabbing the gutter and holding one. I swung on the gutter for a while, before positioning my feet on the wall to keep me steady. I brought my other hand up and scoop some icy water out of the gutter. Dimitri was now staring up at me in shock.
"Rose, get down!" He yelled at me as he stood up.
"Nah! I said nonchalantly.
As i was about to throw the water at Dimitri, he grabbed my legs.
"Get down!" He growled.
"No!" I growled back. He pulled and I held on to the gutter tighter. I found a bottle on the roof and filled it as much as I could with the ivy water in the gutter. My hands were slowly becoming blue, and i could feel the cold chill run through my body.
"Rose!" Dimitri pulled on me one last time and I lost my grip. I help the bottle tightly in my hand. He put me down on the ground once he was steadied. I stood closer to him trying to confuse him.
"That wasn't very nice." I whispered huskily into his ear. He stared at me shocked as i bit the corner of my lip. He swallowed heavily. I placed my hand on his chest and ran it up and down his chest lightly. I inched closed to him, smirking and biting my lip trying to hold my laugh, Time stopped as he inched closer, great i seduced the one and only Dimitri, now it was time for revenge. As I moved m head to his neck and kissed it slowly, enjoy the smell of him, he whimpered softly. This was my chance; I poured the water over his head. I pulled away from as the water went down from his head to the back and front of his shirt making it see through. Once the bottle was empty I let my hand fall to my side, looking at his chest, seeing the shirt cling to his body, turned me on. After a whiled i reluctantly shocked my head and took a step away from him.
"I . . ." I shock my head again and started again. "I should go." He shook his head.
"Ah ah." He said quietly. I locked at him confused. He stepped closer to me so we were inches apart. My heart started beating faster. What is he going to do? I thought.
"Why'd you do that?" He whispered.
"Because you came into my room this morning, it's revenge." I saw something glinting in the sunlight. It was the master key. Great seduce him again and get the keys. As he inched closer to me i placed my hand on his waist, inching closer. I unhooked the keys slowly and quietly. I held them tightly so they wouldn't jingle. I slowly stepped back, and prepared for the sprint ahead, I lightly brushed my lips over is so he was dazed. As i did he closed his eyes i took this as an opportunity to run. I stepped away and ran as quickly to my dorm as possible before he noticed.
A/N: So? Good or bad? I know i haven't posted in a while but i've been swamped with so many things. Anyways hope you liked it and don't forget to comment!