Best I can

Chapter 3:

Rose's point of view

    Over the years, my shadow kiss abilities have grown like Dimitri says. Wards no longer protect me from the ghost so that I would see them as any regular person now. I have learned how to distinguish them from the living; they have a specific color around them that they living doesn't. But the headaches somewhat grew more in planes.

    Everything was already set for when we would land in Novosibirsk. From there, we would make our way up to Tatarsk, where the Russian cemetery would take place. Lissa had already had her outfit coordinated; she wanted to wear a full out black dress with a small crown, which even after all this time she hasn't gotten adjusted.

" There will be a full out investigation; I promise you that her murder won't be in vain" I heard Lissa say.

    I'm guessing she's in a conference call with the council in regards to Ekaterina's death, especially a queen. As I was walking around the jet, I would be able to see the ghost. I would see people who I had either known personally like the Dragomir's, Mason and even Victor Dashkov, who I had killed myself out of spirit anger. Whenever I would be in a plane if it were either on business or with my family, I would try to either close my eyes and sleep or either try and talk to whoever. The kids don't know of the side effects which Dimitri and I call it. They know that their aunt Lissa and I have a special bond, as they had witnessed it before when we were out one time altogether. They had also noticed how our eyes change color if we are in others heads for too long.

    We would be arriving in Novosibirsk within one more hour, oh how long it was. Viktoria and Nikolai would have the car ready where we would drive to where the funeral would take place. I had informed only them two that we would be landing before the original schedule. As the jet was falling, you were able to see as the sun was still up, which meant it was still night time for the morning, almost morning.

As soon as the jet landed, all the guards or more bowed to Lissa as she walked right past them to the car where Viktoria and Nikolai were. Them knowing what to do and bowed to their queen when in public. Lissa had always told the guard that she considered them a family that they didn't have to bow to her. The only way we had to curtsey in public or when she was in a council meeting, and we needed her attention.

    By the time we reached the cemetery, it was morning for Moroi, and you could see the candles lit in the pathway. The guys who were in the other jeep had done a quick search, just for protection. When I was given the okay, we had started making our way to the chapel where the funeral was taking place. Every royal family was here in respect of a late Queen. The Zeklos family were all crying for the loss of their eldest member. As soon as Lissa had made her entrance, everyone bowed.

" There's an empty seat in the first row in the left," I heard from my headpiece.

Lissa was talking to one young lady about a specific subject, and as soon as she saw me getting close to Lissa, she excused herself.

" There's an empty seat in the first-row left side," I said low enough for her to hear.

Lissa started to walk to where I had told her and quickly sat down. From where she was sitting, you could see Ekaterina dressed as what she is a queen. She had a white diamond crown with a white dress. I never really had a personal encounter with her, but I did through Lissa's eyes. As the priest would give a small word, I took my spot next to Viktoria by the wall like all the other guardians their. The priest had given a short talk and even added a personal statement as he remembers Ekaterina when she was queen as he was a small child during that time. As I started to somewhat space out, I saw a ghost in the corner, and it was no other than Ekaterina. She was smiling as she waved at me as she was walking to me.

" There is grave danger ahead, your loyalty will be tested," Ekaterina said as she stood in front Lissa in admiration.

Over time my abilities had changed now I'm able now to hear them when they speak. I made the motion with my head as for her to follow me.

" I'll be right back," I said low and made my way out with Ekaterina following me.

I made it to the front of the church, standing by the door I turned my attention to Ekaterina.

" What grave danger are you speaking of?" I  asked as I wasn't understanding.

" Be careful, my dear, they're coming for something they tried before?" Ekaterina said as she stood their firm.

    I was about to ask another question when I felt that nausea which I had felt many times before which got me to run. I started to run for the one thing I was trained to do, to protect Moroi as there were Strigoi's around. I sprinted back inside the chapel leaving Ekaterina behind; my primary concern was Lissa. I tapped my headpiece which connected me to the guard.

" I don't want you to be alarmed; there are Strigoi in the perimeter. Keep a close eye on Lissa, maybe their just passing through. If the situation gets out of hand, Alvarez is close by with the getaway car," I said to my team-low enough before I walked once again into the chapel, taking my place once again next to Viktoria.

    The priest was close to being done; I presume as everyone got up and said amen. I slowly walked up to Lissa, and she looked at me with a smile. I learned to her as she responded.

" Lissa, there are Strigoi in the perimeter. Don't let anyone out," I said low enough.

She looked at me with a blank stare which she had gained over the years. She turned around and started to walk to where the now coffin of Ekaterina was closed. Everyone stopped what they were doing as they thought their queen would say something, she sure did.

" I have some important information to share. I was just informed by my head guardian that there are Strigoi in the perimeter. She advises that we don't leave the church just yet. She will explain more about the steps to take," Lissa said as she looked at me.

Everyone started to make a commotion from the news that they just heard. I walked up to Lissa and turned my attention to the royal families in front of me.

" As long as we all stay inside the church, everything should run smoothly. I will need a group of volunteer guardians to accompany me in a quick search of the perimeter. If it's clear enough for all of you to make it out safe, that's what we'll do," I said.

Royals started to blur out their own guardian's name in giving them to the volunteer team. I had about fifteen guardians. In less than three minutes, I had about ten guardians at the display. We made a quick huddle with Eddie, who would stay inside, keeping tabs on what would happen outside.

" What's the plan?' I heard one of them ask.

" Here's the plan, since there's ten of us we will split into groups of five and search the perimeter. This church is big so try and make it quick. Guardian Castile will stay inside to keep everyone here informed" I said out loud.

Everyone nodded in understanding and started making their way to the door. I quickly grabbed Eddie's hand for him not to move.

" Eddie, if I give the signal for you to take Lissa to do so. Don't even think of waiting for me. I will catch up; you know-how," I said to him in complete confidence.

Eddie knew himself that I could be able to find Lissa no matter where she is, the bond tied us together was a basic GPS. Eddie just nodded even though knowing him; he didn't agree.

" Keep her safe," I said to him as I walked away from him to the group that was waiting for me.

" Let's do this," I said as we made our way out.

To be continued................