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Hopeless Warriors Chapter Twenty Six
RPOVSongs: Tell Me, Sara by Evan P Donohue, Every Night by Josef Salvat, Keep Lying by Donna MissalOver the next couple of weeks, training began to slow down as several men were inducted as official Dragomir Guardians. I was more than pleased by the progress we had made those few short months and liked to think it was partly due to the extra work Dimitri and I had put in to improve the skills of our new recruits. There were still some that needed a little more work before becoming a full-fledged Guardian, but overall we had commissioned more Guardians than ever before in such a short span of time. Even Victor was impressed.Even though official training instruction with the troops was slightly reduced during the week, Dimitri and I still maintained a steady cadence and tried to host as many sessions that would allow in between our other responsibilities around the kingdom. I was proud to see how well the men had taken to his authority, even those that had been in the regiments for s
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Twenty Seven
CPOVSongs: My Dove, My Lamb by Phosphorescent, How Soon is Now by The SmithsThis place.I couldn't believe how much I had initially dreaded making the journey. I had only heard tales of the bleak and dreary Dragomir palace, but after spending just over a month there, I was already feeling more at home than I had even back in my native kingdom.People at St. Vladimir's didn't look down on me or pity me for the sins of my parents like they did back home. There, even some of my own family members tended to stay away from me, as if I contracted some kind of contagious sickness from my mother and father's sins. Natasha was the only one who truly regarded me as a vital member of our family—and was really the only one that cared about me.When she first told me that I would be sent to court Princess Vasilisa of the Dragomir line, I thought I was being punished. Finally being cast out of Inferion for good. If I was no longer there, then the constant reminder of what shame my parents had bro
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Twenty Eight
RPOVSongs: Shrike by Hozier, Sea of Love by Cat Power, Show Me Love by Hundred WatersI walked into Dimitri's tent to find him lounging on his bed with a book in his hand. His other arm was draped behind him, propping up his head. He looked completely relaxed as he poured over the pages in front of him. It baffled me how something as monotonous as reading could bring this giant warrior to a state of contentment. As much as I loved giving him shit about it, a couple weeks ago I had decided to show him the castle library where he was welcome to replenish his collection. An enraptured stare formed on his face as he scanned the book-lined walls, and I decided I loved that look on his face even more than teasing him.Daisy perked up from the end of the bed and hopped over to me as I moved further in. Dimitri's eyes peered at me over the edge of his novel and I leaned down to stroke Daisy's back."So," he sat up a little straighter and placed his book down beside him. "How'd it go?"I look
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Twenty Nine
RPOVSongs: Dusty Trails by Lucius, Bury by Unions, Destroyer by PhantogramOnce it was out of me, I couldn't stop saying it. Whether it was whispered in his ear when he finally managed to pin me to the ground, or screamed against his shoulder as he made sweet love to me, I was hooked. It was strange really, the more love I gave him the more I had bursting through me.Without meaning to, we had become protectors of one another, confidants, and true friends. And now, something infinitely more.It consumed my thoughts. When I wasn't with him I couldn't help my mind from wandering to when the next time I'd see him would be or reminiscing over every moment we shared. It was pathetic really, but I also couldn't remember a time of every being so undoubtedly happy. Apart from him, my only other thoughts centered around Lissa, and the Ozeras.In his tent, Dimitri had divulged some secrets about their family that had me seeing them in a completely new light. He had told me that a little over t
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Thirty
FanFiction.NetJust InCommunityForumVMoreHopeless Wanderers by megamorr Books » Vampire Academy Rated: M, English, Fantasy & Adventure, Rose H., Dimitri B., Christian O., Lissa D., Words: 267k+, Favs: 152, Follows: 157, Published: Sep 17, 2018 Updated: Sep 7653Chapter 24Part 1 Chapter 24RPOVSongs: Doomed by Moses Sumney, Rescue Me by Unions, Die 4 You by Perfume GeniusI wasn't sure how long I had been out here, but my shivers had almost turned violent as I sat perched near the riverbank. Most of the water had frozen over. There were only a few shallow cracks where the stream still sloshed over the ice and I stared blankly at those small openings.It was as if my insides were splayed out before me. What once was a lively, welcoming stream full of warmth had hardened and left no room for any sign of life. But where the frigid winds and dropping temperatures had been the cause of the brook's dormancy, harsh words and self-destruction had been mine. I sat there replaying Dimitr
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Thirty One
RPOVSong: Absolution by Pretty Reckless"What are you saying, Rose?"At the start of the day, I left Dimitri's chambers and immediately went to Victor's office. I didn't want to waste another minute. I was done hiding. When I first arrived my uncle was welcoming and intent to indulge in pleasantries with me. I guess he had a right to be after I'd basically helped him seal one of the greatest alliances our kingdom had ever made, but as I dove into why I was really there his voice no longer had that genial tone."I'm saying that I won't do it. I won't marry him."Victor regarded me seriously for a moment, letting my words hang in the air. He slowly rose to stand from his seat and began walking towards me from around the desk. "Listen, Rose. I know you think you love him, but it's just infatuation. You're still young. You'll see over time that this was just a flitting thing and you would have thrown away your entire future for something that will easily fade."Anger began to rise inside
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Thirty Two
DPOVSong: Descent by Lawless, Hurt by Johnny Cash"Roza!"I jolted awake with a start. My body was no longer a mix of hot and cold from the blood leaking out of me onto the icy snow. My vision was still a blur and my head was pounding, but it was light out.How long had I been out?Either way, I had to get to her. I had to help her.When I realized my legs were finally free, I jumped to stand, only to immediately come crashing back down. I let out a yell as my hands and knees painfully hit a hard, stony surface instead of the moist field."Rose. Rose, where are you?"I shook my head and tried to stand again when a stomping sound moved towards me. I held up my fists, prepared for attack as a pale figure inched into my line of sight."Woah, Dimitri. What are you doing?" The voice sounded familiar but I didn't back down. "Eddie, get in here now!"Another figure rushed forward and my vision began to sharpen the slightest bit. When I recognized the two men in front of me, kneeling down to
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Thirty Three
FanFiction.NetJust InCommunityForumVMoreHopeless Wanderers by megamorr Books » Vampire Academy Rated: M, English, Fantasy & Adventure, Rose H., Dimitri B., Christian O., Lissa D., Words: 267k+, Favs: 152, Follows: 157, Published: Sep 17, 2018 Updated: Sep 7653Chapter 27: Part 2: Chapter 27Part 2"After his princess died, the peasant boy wandered the world lost to despair. Until one day, he came upon a being who told him his princess had been stolen, trapped in an enchantment. So now he seeks her, across this plain and every other. Because somewhere, sealed behind frozen glass or thick walls of deadly thorns, she sleeps waiting to be awakened. And someday, without fail, he will find her."- The Death of LoveChapter 27RPOVSongs: Fascination by SHEL, On the Sun by Moon Hooch"Rozzaaa…"The strangled sound echoed in my ears.I could feel a thrum banging against my skull.Images. Flashes of white and crimson tried to surface but quickly slipped away to be replaced by the same b
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Hopeless Warriors Chapter Fifty Nine
APOVSong: All These Things That I've Done by The Killers"You can't be serious?!" I stared at Pavel wide-eyed, as we walked down the crowded corridor."Completely. I heard with my own ears," he deadpanned.I shook my head and let out a low whistle. "That perverted old bastard. And you're sure it was the Voda prince?"Pavel nodded, becoming irritated now having to repeat himself again.I trusted the Dhampir, but hearing one of our society's renowned monarchs was rumored to be conducting some very unseemly acts involving livestock—well it was a lot to take in.The gossip around the palace had been at an all-time high now that the majority of the families had arrived for the ball. Rose was right about the extra foot traffic being a nightmare, but in some instances, it was beneficial to us. All the whispers across courts were now consolidated into one place, allowing us in on secrets that would've taken weeks to reach us before. Not all the information was helpful to our mission, but at
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Fifty Eight
RPOVSongs: Calling the Shots by Jamie B, Waterfalls Coming Out Your Mouth by Glass Animals, Faster by Orlean, Like Real People Do by HozierI bit down on an apple as I shoved my arm into the sleeve of my dress. The fruit was unseasonably large and barely fit in my mouth as I finished getting dressed. I could only assume the influx of Earth users had been using the orchard as an outlet this week rather than the gardens. When my hands were free again I took a chunk out of it and shuffled down the corridor. A few disturbed glances shot my way as I passed a group of Moroi and took another large bite.I wiped some juice off my chin with the edge of my sleeve before pushing through a small crowd. When I reached his door I knocked a few times and shoved through the opening after hearing his soft grunt in greeting. I closed the door behind me and plopped down on a stool by the window, propping my feet up on the other.Adrian's tawny hair was disheveled, his white tunic in a similar state. He
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Fifty Seven
APOVSongs: Sinnerman by Nina Simone, When I'm Small by Phantogram, Dream Lover by Bobby DarinA starling trilled from the rooftop.Its chattering was accompanied by flitting footsteps. The warm temperature no doubt bringing more of them in. I inhaled a deep breath, the air was clearer now.I looked down at my feet and groaned. Not only were the borrowed boots horrendous, but they were also two sizes too big. I looked ridiculous, but the men were starting to complain about the smell. I kicked a heel against the leg of my chair, the jostling feeling of the shoe around my foot foreign to me.The other chair beside me creaked as Abe sat down. "She was still a little edgy but hopefully she will relax enough to rest soon." I nodded, already aware that she was still awake. We'd been waiting for hours already, but luckily her night was our day and she was bound to tire out eventually.When Abe had brought me to the young woman she was too panicked, unable to concentrate long enough to gather
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Fifty Six
RPOVSongs: Burning Desire by Lana Del Rey, I'm on Fire by The Staves, Bad Vibes byThe halls were dark, even the windows were black. I must have slept in. I could barely feel the floor beneath my feet as I walked down them. My head was foggy. I wasn't sure when I'd gotten out of bed or how I'd gotten here. Most likely the alcohol's fault. Then a small light captured my attention. I moved towards it, drawn to the subtle glow.As I grew closer I realized it was coming from someone's room. The door was cracked allowing a few golden beams to escape into the blackness—a budding dawn splitting open a long dark night.It was a familiar room, one I'd intruded on before.A noise escaped into the hall. Was he having a nightmare again? Did he need me to wake him?I pushed open the door, not wanting him to suffer alone.Dimitri was lying on his bed with his eyes closed, but all other signs of sleep were nowhere to be found. His brow pulled together in a tight scrunch, his mouth slightly parted w
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Fifty Five
FDPOVSongs: Blue Monday by New Order"Have fun you two."Her back turned to me as her hand lifted towards Ivashkov's shoulder. Those fingers that had just been nervously fidgeting with a stone gently curled into a loving squeeze. His face lit up, and I was suddenly aware of the bruise forming on my chest where Rose's stake had been pressed.The past several weeks I'd conditioned myself. I'd used every situation with Rose as an opportunity to fortify my Guardian training. I wasn't necessarily detached, but I was far less emotionally invested. She was my pupil in the training ring and the Princess of St. Vladimir's outside of it. That idea played in my mind over and over like a mantra keeping me in check.But seeing them together was the ultimate test of my control. Especially when the voice in the back of my mind was clawing its way towards the surface, combatting my composure and begging to break out."...there are constantly two people battling inside me and I'm afraid what will ha
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Fifty Four
APOVSongs: Every Single Night by Fionna Apple, Lola by The RaincoatsTap Tap TapThere must have been a leak somewhere in the room. Either that or it was in my head. Hard to tell.Tap TapMy hand against the table joined the rhythmic water droplets.ThudA propped book flattened onto its shelf. Funny thing. I wondered how long it had been sitting like that. Barely clinging to stand until finally the weight of it just gave in and laid it to rest. A feeling I knew well.I fixated on that thought. Curious what the title of my book would be. Would it be thick, or thin? Would it be leather-bound, or frail material with tattered thread only just keeping the pages entwined? Regardless, the images inside would be spectacular.Tap Tap TapMy fingers sped up. I felt eyes on me. Eyes that weren't there.I wanted a drink. Something to calm my thoughts. But a sip wouldn't be enough. Not anymore.Honestly, I don't mind the drinking so much when it knocks you out and keeps you quiet. Then we're spa
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Fifty Three
EPOVSongs: Leave Before the Lights Come On by Arctic Monkeys, Humility by GorillazI starred my opponent down, unblinking until I thought my eyes would turn to prunes. He starred back, neither of us refusing to back off. I could smell tiny beads of sweat beginning to form along his forehead and knew I almost had him. I clenched my teeth, flexing the muscles around my jaw as he started gnawing on his bottom lip.My fingers were itching to move, but I kept them gripped tightly. A clicking sound came out of his mouth, one of his many tells and it was clear what I had to do next."Call," I shouted as I slammed down another stack of wooden chips.Dougal huffed and shook his head from across the table, "Big mistake Castile. I'm about to take you for all you've got."I flicked my cards between my fingers, letting them finally relax. "I like my odds.""Oh yeah," Healy laughed as he scratched his ginger beard. "That's what ye said three hands ago and even though ya slipped those cards back in
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Fifty Two
RPOVSongs: Brain Damage by Pink Floyd, White Teeth Teens by Lorde, Answer by Phantogram, Present Tense by RadioheadSleep came surprisingly easy. I was sure I was in for hours of restlessness after the events that had unfolded that day but after unleashing all of that rage built up inside me, I crashed. Hard.I fell into a deep sleep. The kind that throws you into nothing but blackness, yet somehow it isn't terrifying. That was until the dark scene around me began to take a new shape.It was our old meeting place, the garden from the Western Isles. We'd met there about a dozen times before, but that time...something was off.Vines crawled up the walls in unnatural directions, starting one way and sharply jeering to another. Light was softly pouring in through the surrounding windows, but above us, the sky was pitch black with storm clouds hovering close by. Every once in awhile I'd feel a low vibration hum through the room. It caused the leaves to fervently shake before jolting to a
Hopeless Warriors Chapter Fifty One
DPOVSongs: While My Guitar Gently Weeps by The Beatles, One More Cup of Coffee by The White Stripes, Breathe (In the Air) by Pink FloydWe picked training back up the next day, neither of us bringing up the hot springs. I thought about asking her why she lied, but instead, devoted all my energy to something else.Adrian.In between routines over the next few days, I asked her questions about him. Most of them harmless but opened the door for more inquisition. Usually, she was the chatty one and I remained quiet, responding to her with a grunt or curt reply, so naturally, the change in my attitude pleased her. She answered every question with excitement and in great detail, which was hard to hear a lot of the time but helped me piece together the puzzle that was Adrian Ivashkov.If he was hiding something, I wasn't stupid enough to think he'd share it with Rose, so on top of gaining information from her, I ordered a few of my men to discreetly tail him and report back to me. There was
