44Hey guys! Here's the next chapter sorry for the lateness. -(if that is even a word, if not then oh well now it is lol) hope you guys like it! Enjoy! And review! It helps me write and post it up faster! A special thanks to Dimka's chick for the PM that showed she was actually interested and waiting! So here is the twist and a little change, obviously the Spokane incident didn't happen BUT Rose is still a badass and has the molnija marks.
Previously…
I was so intrigued by the conversation that I realized the pull was not even strigoi related but I had enough evidence to know that Tasha was behind this. Too bad her trustee was not helping but I knew exactly where to go…
Chapter 6 RPOV
Something from that conversation helped me figure out whom Tasha was talking to. As she kept arguing it was obvious that she was on the phone because there was never a response back. So I pieced the mini puzzle together.
As soon as I made it back to the group Alberta was waiting anxiously next to Eddie and apparently they had all gotten smoothies, what the hell, they couldn't even offer. I had been craving one. Anyways, Alberta glanced at me and quickly came up to me but gave Eddie a look that said stay with them.
"So did you find anything?" she got right to the point. Her eyes were like a lying detector and I really didn't want to be the one to make assumptions and blame someone when I had no physical proof.
"Well sort of, I mean yeah but it's not something I can prove to you." I told her a little cautious. I could see I had confused her a bit but I was just letting her know.
"Okay, well I'm waiting. What was it?" she asked waiting for me to answer. As I was about to tell her, her gaze went behind me but just as fast, she gazed back at me. I turned around to see what she had looked at and saw Tasha coming back to the group, that's why she hadn't made it seem important. She thought Tasha was not a problem and she didn't even suspect her.
"Where was Tasha?" I asked trying to figure out if they even knew she was gone. Tasha was already talking to Dimitri and Lissa very much like a family member would. Ugh! Lying conniving bitch! If I could I would drag her happy ass all around the mall by her hair, and even maybe kick her around a little bit. With a couple of punches here and there, but I came back to reality. I had totally forgot Alberta was in front of me so I have no idea what emotion my face showed. She was smirking so I guess I had my answer.
She sighed, "Rose…" she looked exasperated, "we don't have time for her, but she had gone to the restroom. So tell me what you found out." I knew she thought it was just jealousy but I had my reasons. I just didn't know how to come out and say it without her doubting me.
"The thing is, that I don't know how to say it, but when I went down the little hallway I stood outside the restroom door and I heard Tasha talking on the phone. And believe me I wish I shouldn't have." When I looked at Alberta she was patiently waiting for me to continue. I was going to keep going when I spared a glance to her left and saw Adrian and Eddie by themselves talking. I didn't think anything of it so I was going to keep talking but that's when I noticed Adrian was staring at Tasha the whole time sort of ignoring Eddie.
"Rose!" Alberta whispered loudly as she grabbed my arm. I flinched, not expecting the physical contact. Then I realized I had zoned out. "Stop getting side tracked and finish." She looked like her patience was running thin already.
"Sorry it's cause something caught my attention that might help. But Alberta please keep an open mind because this is going to be hard to believe," I took a cleansing breath and continued, "umm I sort of eavesdropped on Tasha and she was yelling at someone saying that they had me and Lissa alone to kill us but they didn't." Alberta looked surprised for the first time. But if you tell me, Tasha was underestimating my skills, cause I would kick anyone's ass who tries to hurt one of my friends, especially Lissa.
"That damn woman, I'm not letting her get away with this." To say she looked furious was an understatement. "Now we just need to figure out who was on the other line, I got to get a hold of her phone records and then we cou-" I didn't even let her finish, she was all business mode now.
"Woah! Alberta calm down I think I have a clue who she was speaking with, we just need to inform Eddie, Mason, and Dimitri so they wont be clueless in case it gets more dangerous." She seemed to calm down a little but I didn't wait. "Just let me tell Eddie and Mase first." I quickly got to where Eddie was with Adrian. Eddie looked ready for anything and Adrian just looked at me as if he knew what I was about to say.
"Well I'll be with the other guys, I'll tell Mason to come and don't worry I'll be discrete little dhampir." Adrian gave me his knowing smile without even letting me speak. I just gave him a nod and turned to look at Eddie.
"Okay, so Tasha is behind the nausea." He looked at me confused and I realized what I had said and how it sounded. "I meant that-" now it was his turn to cut me off.
"I know what you meant, but why her?" he seemed like he was trying to solve the puzzle. As soon as I was going to start explaining Mason joined us.
"Hey guys, what did you want to show me Eddie?" I'm guessing that's Adrian's discretion.
"Nothing Mase, it was actually me who wanted you here." I told him just as he looked at Alberta who had joined the other group. "There is something I want to tell you and we need your help but you got to promise not to say a word to anyone or make it obvious that there is something wrong, okay?" I looked at him waiting and hoping he would help me out.
"Yeah, of course Rose you know I got your back, what's wrong?" Now that's what I loved about Mason. Ever since we were young he was always the one getting in trouble with me or helping me get out of trouble. I just smiled and told him everything that was going on, except the Dimitri part.
"Damn! That's crazy, then why don't we just take her down, she's right there acting like nothing is wrong." That is another thing I loved about Mason, he didn't have to see proof to believe me, and well the same recklessness was there too.
"Well cause Mase, we have to get the whole information to know what's actually going on. Also, I doubt it that we will get away with it seeing as we are among humans and know nothing about every person that is involved." I turned to look at Eddie who still looked deep in thought.
"Okay, so here's what I really need you guys' help in. I sort of have an idea of who the person on the other line was, but of course we have to act as if we don't have a clue of what's going on, and in order for that to happen I need Alberta with me." As soon as I said the last words, that sure got a reaction out of them. They were about to protest when I put my hand up to stop them from saying anything. "I know that it's hard not to, trust me it's Lissa in danger we're talking about here. So please just act as if you know nothing."
They both looked at each other and just gave me a nod. It was Eddie who spoke next, "Well Rose even if it is Lissa it doesn't matter. I know it sounds messed up for me to say this but just like you feel overprotective with Lissa, we feel the same way about you." His words caught me off guard because even though I knew I could count on them I never realized just how much they loved me too. I guess I never stopped to think about it.
"Hey! None of this sweet stuff guys, don't forget I'm the only one who can actually win against either one of you in a fight. Which makes me the badass of the school, but I love you guys too just don't repeat any of my words or I will kill you both." I gave them a smirk trying to keep a tough look but they just smiled and rolled their eyes.
"Okay Rose, so what's the plan?" Mase asked.
"Well Alberta is with the group while you guys are here, but I wanted her to be with me when I do the second part of the plan. I want you guys just to keep a look out for anything out of the ordinary, and of course on Tasha too." I was all business now and they could tell because all joking was set aside. They both gave me a nod and said their okay's as they left. Alberta came back to where I was too but we were both deep in thought.
"Want me to get Dimitri?" Alberta asked me as soon as she reached me. I was trying to figure out the easiest way to let him know without getting anyone's attention. Then some random idea popped in my head.
"No I don't want him to leave the group, but there can be a way for him to know without raising any suspicion." She just gave me a weird look but I continued, "Do y'all have an earpiece?" I asked.
"Of course we do Rose, we always have to have them, but what does that have to do with any-" realization hit her and she just smiled. "Wow Rose, that is very impressive, I'm proud of you." Alberta was like a mother to me and her saying that just made me work that much harder at this. I just smiled at her but she got right to business. She started re-telling the story and as I looked at Dimitri I could see he was taking it all in. The funny thing was that the people around him thought he was paying attention to them, including Tasha, which was great for us.
Just when Alberta got to the Tasha part of the story he tensed up and I could tell he didn't believe a thing she said after that. I acted as if I was heading to the restroom and just as I suspect he followed.
"Rose we need to talk." His words stopped me because his tone was half mentor and half boyfriend and that just plain out pissed me off.
"No we don't comrade, and you know why? Because even coming from Alberta you didn't believe a word, let alone coming from me. So don't even try to defend that friend of yours. If you wont believe me why would you want to talk?" I was definitely getting worked up out of this and I didn't like it. I had to be calm.
He just looked at me but it was all disappointment. "Roza, do you really think I wont believe you? I'll admit it, when I first heard Alberta blame Tasha it was a little shocking but it doesn't seem untrue. I was just, I don't know, I didn't know exactly what to think. But not for one second did I doubt you." His words might not have been the most romantic or sweet but they sure as hell calmed me down.
He continued speaking, "But even if I don't doubt you, I don't want you to act out on some jealousy grudge that you ha-" I cut him off cause just as he calmed me down he pissed me off right away.
"Hold the hell up! You think this is because of some jealousy bullshit? Dimitri you must be really delusional if you think I would stoop this low for some conniving bitch." I was fuming by this point.
"Rose, don't speak that way, and watch your language. But I'm sorry I shouldn't have said that." I was just glaring at him, but he did look like he regretted it.
"No Dimitri, you shouldn't have but you did. But guess what, even if you don't want to believe that your perfect friend is actually behind something, then stay out of it and just do whatever it is you were doing." I was about to walk away when he grabbed my arm and turned me around.
"Let go." I growled at him, but he didn't even falter a little.
"No Roza, I'm sorry I really am, please. I just didn't want us to go in blind-sided and miss the big picture. The main culprit might have set Tasha up you never know, but if you say that she is indeed behind this then I do believe you, I'm sorry." His eyes were boring into mine and I couldn't seem to stay upset with him. He loosened his hold on me and leaned down to give me a kiss, and of course my lips welcomed his. Then all the pictures came to mind and I quickly pulled away a little too harshly. He looked hurt and I felt bad but oh well.
"No comrade, not before we talk things through. And work this whole situation out." I said. He seemed to understand and just nodded. So I continued, "I don't want you to do anything big, just act as if you don't know a thing and very normal. And just as much as I hate what I'm about to say maybe be even a little fake flirty but not too noticeable so it could distract Tasha so we could do what we have to." He looked shocked at what I asked but he just smiled. His expression showed love, pride, and determination. I gave him a smile too.
"Okay Roza. Well let's get to work." I just nodded and we walked back and thank god no one noticed. As if on cue, as soon as Tasha was about to start talking, Dimitri began to work his magic. His eyes showed no emotion but Tasha was so blind she didn't notice a thing. Stupid bitch.
Alberta was already there next to me when I began walking she asked, "Rose where are we going?"
I didn't stop but I answered, "The dress shop."
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