"I could do without the shoving, you know. Dhampirs leave bruises," Adrian teased, folding her up in a hug. He hadn't seen her since he'd left Court the last time and gone back to Palm Springs and no matter how much time passed, it felt like none had passed at all where Rose was concerned.

"Where's Dimitri? I could do without him hulking in the background if I'm going to kiss you hello."