Don't hate me...I know that this chapter is a long time coming. And guess what, it is being updated as scheduled! YEA!
I don't own Vampire Academy...just my own words and thoughts.
We all knew it was a just a matter of time before things went south with Adrian and either Dimitri would step in or she would stay alone. The last time we had a conversation on the matter, was the night before Rose was arrested. That is why he tried to protect her. That is why he fought for her. That is why they are together now.
Chapter 26
RPOV
Thank God I had Lissa and Adrian. They charmed a few rings, giving me the ability to only have a mild headache on the plane. Sometimes, being shadow kissed is a bitch. We landed in Novosibirsk and were greeted by three guardians. I didn't know them, but one looked familiar….like I had seen him before. I shook it off and they followed us to retrieve our luggage.
Heading out to the car, me empty handed and Abe and Dimitri's requests, I struck up a conversation with the guardian whom I somewhat recognized. As it turns out, he was one of the ones with Abe when he was following me around Russia – harassing me to leave. It's funny how things work out sometimes. We got into the black SUV and headed off to my second home.
I didn't want to leave before, and here I am going back. I miss them. I miss all of them. Olena was like the mother I never had. She was loving and caring and was there for me. Paul was adorable. I'm sure he has grown so much since I last saw him. Yeva, well…..though I didn't realize it at the time and thought she was just crazy and intrusive, she still held a special spot in my heart and knew what the hell she talked about, though it came out all cryptic and confusing at the time. I will never again question her or dismiss what she says.
I stared out the window as we drove along, barely remembering the scenery, yet loving at all the same. "What's the matter Roza? Are you felling alright?" I nodded at Dimitri and gave him a warm smile. "Just brings back memories, that's all. I miss your family, though I'm sure not as much as you do. Though Lissa is like a sister to me and I know who my parents are…being with your family made me feel like a part of one."
He gave me a slight squeeze with his arms that were wrapped around me and starting caressing my ever-growing, though slightly, stomach. "What are you thinking about, how are you doing?" He smiled as he looked into my eyes. "Just thinking about our baby and how before we know it, we will have a family of our own. My mother is going to be so happy and I'm sure my sisters will all gush over the fact that I'm going to be a father. What did I ever do to deserve you?" I tilted my head up and kissed him passionately. G-rated, but still passionately.
The rest of the way there, we discussed how we were going to do this, how we were going to tell them about Dimitri, about our baby, and about us getting married. After a little while, we came up with the perfect plan.
We pulled up to the house and I took a deep breath. A lot of memories – both good and bad – came flooding back. Dimitri and I headed to the front door and he stood with his back against the house while I knocked on the door. We smiled at eachother as we heard footsteps of someone coming to answer.
Olena opened the door and stood there shocked. "Roza, how are you?" She grabbed me and pulled me in a tight hug. I stepped back and ran my hand over my stomach. The first thing she noticed was the ring and then right after, she noticed the action. "Wow, engaged and pregnant? You know, you broke a lot of hearts while you were here and when you left. Who's the lucky guy? Tell me all about him!" She grabbed my hand and tried to lead me into the house. I stopped just inside the doorway, for which she gave me a questioning look.
"Well, I'm sure you know more about him than I do…..well, up until about a year ago anyways. I fell in love with him the moment I saw him and he is the world to me. He treats me better than I deserve, though is overprotective at times. I love him with everything I am. And before you ask, yes he is the father and it will be explained at the right time." The whole time, I had the biggest smile on my face. By now, Sonya and Yeva had made their way to see who was here. Sonya looked shocked and Yeva had a knowing look to her. "Well, who is he, what's his name? Is he a royal?" I shook my head. "He isn't a royal per say….I am sure "God" is more like it."
There was a small flash in her eyes, hopefully remembering back to when I was last here and how I described Dimitri. Biting my bottom lip, I stepped back a little bit and grabbed Dimitri's arm, pulling him to me. He snaked his arms around my waist and placed his hands lovingly on my stomach. "Hello Mama, I missed you."
Everyone's eyes grew wide. "Breathe, Mama." He placed a kiss on my cheek. "Dimka? I thought you were….dead." He shook his head. "No, I was, but Princess Dragomir brought me back. I am a dhampir again. And, with the help of a few friends and a lot of thinking, I'm….well, me again….the me I was before what happened with Lord Zeklos." I stepped out of the way so that Dimitri could give his family hugs.
Olena crashed herself into him, throwing her arms around his waist, and had tears flowing down her face. Dimitri just smiled and rubbed her back, letting her know everything was alright. Sonya came and gave me a hug, welcoming me to the family. After all the hugs and kisses, Dimitri went to the SUV to retrieve our luggage and get the guardians. When he came in, he told them all about the incidents with Tasha and explained the purpose for needing the extra guardians. To me it didn't make sense, considering we were in a dhampir community, but that's my dad and friends for ya.
"So, do you know what you guys are having?" I looked up at Sonya and nodded. Dimitri spoke up like the proud daddy his was becoming. "We are having a girl." That revelation caused Olena and Sonya to squeal, which in turn caused Dimitri and I to laugh. I felt a tear slide down my face as I realized that I wanted to stay here. This felt so much like home before, and now that I am back, it's like I never left.
From all the traveling, I was feeling exhausted. I know, I know….I slept on the plane….but hey, I'm pregnant! I told everyone I was in need of a nap and kissed Dimitri before heading up to his old room…my old room.
When I lay down, all I could do was think. I thought about Victor kidnapping Lissa, Spokane, the Badica house, the last time I was here, and every other incident that molded me into who I am today. I don't know why I did…probably because the last time I was here, was to save Dimitri. Now I have him and more.
Everything that has happened since Lissa and I were found, made me stronger, made me mature. Losing Mason I still felt was my fault. Nobody could tell me differently. It was a huge wake-up call to what this life really entails. Then, when I was trying to find Dimitri, I became a stronger fighter. With him breaking my heart with those words, I discovered that I had a great support system and that drinking and doing drugs just drains your finances. Discovering I was pregnant, despite all I had been through and how any of it could have killed her, made me cherish what I have….made me want to be the better me I can be.
After my little revelation, I smiled. I smiled because I have great friends who will be there for me through anything life throws at me. I smiled because now I have a relationship with my father and a better one with my mother. I smiled because I have another family that I belong to…to love me and for me to love them. I smiled as a tear of happiness rolled down my face because I am in love with someone who loves me for me. I smiled because I am able to give him a child…something that for the longest time I thought would tear Dimitri and I apart….because I didn't know I could. And lastly, I smiled and let the tears flow because at this moment, I have never been happier or stronger than I am now.
They finally made it to Russia! Don't get all weepy on me! Sorry, I was having a sentimental moment when writing this...lol. Show me some love!