سٹک (لکڑی کا ٹکڑا)۔" میں نے روسی زبان میں کہا۔ مجھے معلوم نہیں تھا کہ داؤد یا کھونٹے کو کیا کہتے ہیں۔ میں نے اپنی چاندی کی انگوٹھی کی طرف اشارہ کیا اور کاٹنے کا اشارہ کیا۔ "سٹک، کہاں؟" وہ مکمل الجھن میں مجھے گھورتا رہا اور پھر بالکل صاف انگریزی میں بولا، "تم اس طرح کیوں بات کر رہی ہو؟"

Stick." I said in Russian. I had no clue what the word for stake was. I pointed at the silver ring I wore and made a slashing motion. "Stick. where?" He stared at me in utter confusion and then asked in perfect English, "why are you talking like that?

Stick." I said in Russian. I had no clue what the word for stake was. I pointed at the silver ring I wore and made a slashing motion. "Stick. where?" He stared at me in utter confusion and then asked in perfect English, "why are you talking like that?

क्या तुमने इस कार के तार जोड़े हैं?" फिर मैंने अपना सवाल बदला। "क्या तुमने इस कार को चुराया है?"

Did you hotwire this car?" I then rephrased my question. "Did you STEAL this car?

Did you hotwire this car?" I then rephrased my question. "Did you STEAL this car?

तो," आखिरकार मैंने अपने हाथों को घूरते हुए कहा। "तुम्हारी, अह, कार का क्या हाल है?" "मैंने उसे सड़क पर ही छोड़ दिया है। सोचा कि जब तक मैं बाहर हूँ, वहीं ठीक रहेगी।"

So,” I said at last, staring at my hands. “How’s, uh, your car?” “I left it out on the street. Figured it’ll be fine there while I’m gone.

So,” I said at last, staring at my hands. “How’s, uh, your car?” “I left it out on the street. Figured it’ll be fine there while I’m gone.

मैंने अगले जवाब के लिए खुद को तैयार कर लिया। मैं जानती थी कि यह फिर से ज़ेन (Zen) जैसी कोई जीवन की सीख होने वाली है। [...] इसके बजाय उसने मुझे चूम लिया।

I steeled myself for the next response. I knew it was going to be one of the Zen life lessons. [...] Instead he kissed me.

I steeled myself for the next response. I knew it was going to be one of the Zen life lessons. [...] Instead he kissed me.

ایڈریان نے اعلان کیا، "سیج، یہ ہاتھ کوئی مشقت والے کام نہیں کرتے۔"

Sage,” Adrian declared. “These hands don’t do manual labor.

Sage,” Adrian declared. “These hands don’t do manual labor.

बहामास क्यों नहीं? या फिर कॉर्न पैलेस?

Why not the Bahamas? Or the Corn Palace?

Why not the Bahamas? Or the Corn Palace?

मैंने कभी सोचा भी नहीं था कि मैं किसी दूसरे इंसान से इतना प्यार कर सकती हूँ। मैंने यह भी कभी नहीं सोचा था कि मैं किसी को खोने के इतने खौफ के साथ जी पाऊंगी। क्या प्यार करने वाले हर इंसान का यही हाल होता है? क्या वे सब अपने महबूब से कसकर लिपटे रहते हैं और आधी रात को अकेलेपन के डर से चीखते हुए उठ जाते हैं? क्या किसी से इतनी गहराई से प्यार करने पर ज़िंदगी का यही अंजाम होता है? या यह डर सिर्फ हम जैसे लोगों की किस्मत में होता है जो मौत के मुँह पर चलते हैं?

I had never thought I could love another person this much. I also never thought I’d live in such fear of losing another person. Was this how everyone in love felt? Did they all cling tightly to their beloved and wake up terrified in the middle of the night, afraid of being alone? Was that an inevitable way of life when you loved so deeply? Or was it just those of us who walked on a precipice who lived in such panic?

I had never thought I could love another person this much. I also never thought I’d live in such fear of losing another person. Was this how everyone in love felt? Did they all cling tightly to their beloved and wake up terrified in the middle of the night, afraid of being alone? Was that an inevitable way of life when you loved so deeply? Or was it just those of us who walked on a precipice who lived in such panic?

मुझे यकीन है। लेकिन मुझ पर यह सब नहीं चलता। एक तो, तुम मुझसे आँखें नहीं मिला रहे हो। और दूसरा... मुझे नहीं पता। मैं बस भांप सकती हूँ।

I'm sure. But it doesn't work with me. for one thing, you won't look me in the eye. As for the other...I don't know. I can just tell.

I'm sure. But it doesn't work with me. for one thing, you won't look me in the eye. As for the other...I don't know. I can just tell.

اپنی محبت اپنے پاس رکھو، مجھے اب اس کی کوئی ضرورت نہیں۔

‎Keep your love, I have no use for it anymore.

‎Keep your love, I have no use for it anymore.

तुम्ენें लगता है कि यह सचमुच का बेकन है?" मैंने सिडनी और दिमित्री से फुसफुसा कर पूछा। "कहीं ऐसा तो नहीं कि यह किसी गिलहरी या वैसी ही किसी चीज़ का हो?" "मुझे तो असली ही लग रहा है," दिमित्री ने कहा। "मैं भी यही कहूंगी," सिडनी बोली। "हालाँकि, मैं इस बात की गारंटी दे सकती हूँ कि यह उनके अपने सुअर का है, न कि किसी ग्रॉसरी स्टोर का।" मेरे चेहरे के भाव देखकर दिमित्री हँस पड़ा। "मुझे हमेशा से देखना अच्छा लगता है कि तुम्हें किस बात से चिंता होती है। स्ट्रिगोई? नहीं। घटिया खाना? हाँ।"

Do you think that's, like, REAL bacon?" I whispered to Sydney and Dimitri. "And not like squirrel or something?" "Looks real to me," said Dimitri. "I'd say so too", said Sydney "Though, I guarantee it's from their own pigs and not a grocery store." Dimitri laughed at whatever expression crossed my face. "I always love seeing what worries you. Strigoi? No. Questionable food? Yes.

Do you think that's, like, REAL bacon?" I whispered to Sydney and Dimitri. "And not like squirrel or something?" "Looks real to me," said Dimitri. "I'd say so too", said Sydney "Though, I guarantee it's from their own pigs and not a grocery store." Dimitri laughed at whatever expression crossed my face. "I always love seeing what worries you. Strigoi? No. Questionable food? Yes.

तो इस तरह तुम परिवार की समस्या सुलझाने वाले हो। छोटे-छोटे ड्रागोमिर। अच्छा आइडिया है।

So that's how you're going to fix the family problem. Little Dragomirs. Good idea.

So that's how you're going to fix the family problem. Little Dragomirs. Good idea.

मैंने ठंडे लहजे में कहा, "ठीक है। मैं यह कर रही हूँ, लेकिन मैं चाहती हूँ कि यह बात दर्ज रहे कि मैं यह अपनी मर्ज़ी से नहीं कर रही हूँ।" "मुझे लगता है कि हम यह पहले ही समझ चुके हैं, मिस हाथवे।"

Fine" I said icily. "I'll do this. but i want it noted that I'm doing this against my will." "I think we already figured that out, Miss Hathaway.

Fine" I said icily. "I'll do this. but i want it noted that I'm doing this against my will." "I think we already figured that out, Miss Hathaway.

بات صرف اس لباس یا بالوں کی نہیں ہے۔ بات تم ہو۔ تم خوبصورت ہو۔ اتنی خوبصورت، کہ مجھے درد ہوتا ہے۔

Itʹs not just the dress or the hair. Itʹs you. Youʹre beautiful. So beautiful, it hurts me.ʺ

Itʹs not just the dress or the hair. Itʹs you. Youʹre beautiful. So beautiful, it hurts me.ʺ

वैसे, ये सारा दौड़ना-भागना क्यों चल रहा है? मेरा मतलब है, मैं स्टैमिना और इन सब बातों की अहमियत समझती हूँ, लेकिन क्या मुझे अब किसी ऐसी चीज़ पर आगे नहीं बढ़ना चाहिए जिसमें थोड़ा मार-पीट हो? ग्रुप प्रैक्टिस में तो ये लोग मेरी जान ही ले लेते हैं।" "शायद तुम्हें और जोर से हाथ चलाना चाहिए।"

What's with all the running, anyway? I mean, I realize the importance of stamina and all that, but shouldn't I be moving on to something with a little hitting? They're still killing me in group practice.” "Maybe you should hit harder.

What's with all the running, anyway? I mean, I realize the importance of stamina and all that, but shouldn't I be moving on to something with a little hitting? They're still killing me in group practice.” "Maybe you should hit harder.

एक पल के लिए उसकी आँखें मुझ पर ऐसी टिकीं कि मेरी साँसें अटक गईं।

For a moment his eyes locked onto me with an intensity that left me breathless.

For a moment his eyes locked onto me with an intensity that left me breathless.

अविश्वसनीय," मैंने कहा। "पहले तुम उसे अपनी जान बचाने के लिए छुपाना चाहते थे। और अब तुम असल में चाहते हो कि वह दुनिया के सामने आए ताकि तुम अपने सनकी मकसदों के लिए उसकी सम्मोहन शक्ति का इस्तेमाल कर सको।"

Unbelievable," I said. "First you wanted to hide her away to keep you alive. Now you actually want her out in the world to use her compulsion for your own psycho plans.

Unbelievable," I said. "First you wanted to hide her away to keep you alive. Now you actually want her out in the world to use her compulsion for your own psycho plans.

فیشن کے چکروں میں مت پھنسنا۔ ان بچوں کو شاید لگتا ہے کہ ہم پرانے دور کے بور اور لکیر کے فقیر لوگ ہیں، لیکن حقیقت میں وہ بھی اپنے ہی طریقے سے بھیڑ چال کا حصہ بن رہے ہیں۔ وہ بس روایت شکنی کی اندھی تقلید کر رہے ہیں۔

Don't get caught up in fashion games. These kids probably think we're old, nark conformists or something, but really, they're just conforming in their own ways. They're conforming to nonconformity.

Don't get caught up in fashion games. These kids probably think we're old, nark conformists or something, but really, they're just conforming in their own ways. They're conforming to nonconformity.

क्या यह सब तुम्हारे वकील वाले प्लान का हिस्सा था? मुझे तो याद नहीं कि कानून की ट्रेनिंग में धमाके के साथ भागना भी सिखाया जाता है।" "खैर, मुझे यकीन है कि डामन टारू की कानून की ट्रेनिंग में तो यह बिल्कुल नहीं सिखाया गया होगा।"

Was this all part of your plan as my lawyer? I don't recall explosive escapes being part of the legal training." "Well, I'm sure it wasn't part of Damon Taru's legal training.

Was this all part of your plan as my lawyer? I don't recall explosive escapes being part of the legal training." "Well, I'm sure it wasn't part of Damon Taru's legal training.

क्या गोलिकोव यहाँ इतनी जल्दी पहुँचने के लिए समय और अंतरिक्ष के नियमों को भी मोड़ सकता है? वह ऐसा कर सकता है, है ना?

Did Belikov bend the rules of time and space to get here so fast? He can do that, right?

Did Belikov bend the rules of time and space to get here so fast? He can do that, right?

वाह।" मैंने सोचा भी नहीं था कि दिमित्री इससे ज़्यादा कूल हो सकता है, लेकिन मैं गलत था। "तुमने अपने पिता की पिटाई कर दी। मेरा मतलब है, यह वाकई बहुत भयानक है... जो भी हुआ। लेकिन, वाह। तुम सच में कोई भगवान हो।" उसने पलकें झपकाईं। "क्या?" "अरे, कुछ नहीं।"

Wow." I hadn't thought Dimitri could be any cooler, but I was wrong. "You beat up your dad. I mean, that's really horrible...what happened. But, wow. You really are a god." He blinked. "What?" "Uh, nothing.

Wow." I hadn't thought Dimitri could be any cooler, but I was wrong. "You beat up your dad. I mean, that's really horrible...what happened. But, wow. You really are a god." He blinked. "What?" "Uh, nothing.

کرسچن کا خاندان اپنے والدین کے سائے میں جی رہا تھا۔ انہوں نے جان بوجھ کر سٹریگوئی بننا چنا تھا، دوسروں کو مار کر جاویدانی پانے اور زندہ رہنے کے لیے انہوں نے اپنا جادو اور فانی وجود قربان کر دیا تھا۔ اب اس کے والدین مر چکے تھے، لیکن اس سے لوگوں کا اس پر شک کم نہیں ہوا تھا۔ انہیں لگتا تھا کہ وہ کسی بھی وقت سٹریگوئی بن جائے گا اور اپنے ساتھ باقی سب کو بھی لے ڈوبے گا۔ اس کا سخت مزاج اور تاریک قسم کا مزاح بھی اس معاملے میں کوئی مدد نہیں کرتا تھا۔

Christian's family lived under the shadow cast by his parents. They had purposely become Striogi, trading thier magic and mortality to become immortal and subsist on killing others. His parents were dead now, but that didn't stop people from not trusting him. They seemed to think he'd go Strigoi at any moment and take everyone else with him. His abrasiveness and dark sence of humor didn't really help things, either.

Christian's family lived under the shadow cast by his parents. They had purposely become Striogi, trading thier magic and mortality to become immortal and subsist on killing others. His parents were dead now, but that didn't stop people from not trusting him. They seemed to think he'd go Strigoi at any moment and take everyone else with him. His abrasiveness and dark sence of humor didn't really help things, either.

यह मैंने अब तक की सबसे उलझी हुई, बेतुकी दलील सुनी थी... और यह वैसी ही बात थी जैसी मैं खुद सोच सकती थी।

It was the most convulted, ridiculous piece of logic I'd heard in awhile... It was something I would have come up with.

It was the most convulted, ridiculous piece of logic I'd heard in awhile... It was something I would have come up with.

बाकी का पूरा दिन मैंने लगभग इसी हाल में बिताया। मैंने रात का खाना नहीं खाया। कुछ आँसू भी बहाए। लेकिन ज्यादातर वक्त मैं बस अपने बिस्तर पर बैठी सोचती रही और धीरे-धीरे और ज्यादा उदास होती गई। मुझे यह भी अहसास हुआ कि डिमित्री और ताशा को साथ देखने से भी ज्यादा बुरी एक ही बात थी—वह वक्त याद करना जब मैं और वो साथ हुआ करते थे। वह मुझे कभी उस तरह से दोबारा नहीं छुएगा, कभी दोबारा वैसे किस नहीं करेगा।

I spent the rest of the day doing little more than that. I skipped dinner. I shed a few tears. But mostly, I just sat on my bed thinking and growing more and more depressed. I also discovered the only thing worse than imagining Dimitri and Tasha together was remembering when he and I had been together. He would never touch me again like that, never kiss me again.

I spent the rest of the day doing little more than that. I skipped dinner. I shed a few tears. But mostly, I just sat on my bed thinking and growing more and more depressed. I also discovered the only thing worse than imagining Dimitri and Tasha together was remembering when he and I had been together. He would never touch me again like that, never kiss me again.

तुम्हें तो पता ही है कि मैं रानी का लाड़ला परपोता हूँ। खैर, हाँ, मैं उनका इकलौता परपोता हूँ, लेकिन इससे कोई फर्क नहीं पड़ता, फिर भी मैं उनका सबसे चहेता ही होता।

You, know I'm the Queen's favorite great nephew, Well, yeah I'm her only great nephew, but that's not important, I'd still be her favorite.

You, know I'm the Queen's favorite great nephew, Well, yeah I'm her only great nephew, but that's not important, I'd still be her favorite.

مجھے عملیت پسندی اور اپنے جذبات قابو میں رکھنا سکھایا گیا تھا، لیکن مجھے گاڑیوں سے عشق تھا۔ یہ ان چند ورثوں میں سے ایک تھا جو مجھے میری ماں سے ملا تھا۔ وہ ایک مکینک تھیں، اور میرے بچپن کی سب سے پیاری یادیں ان کے ساتھ گراج میں کام کرنے کی ہیں۔

I’d been raised to be practical and keep my emotions in check, but I loved cars. That was one of the few legacies I’d picked up from my mom. She was a mechanic, and some of my best childhood memories were of working in the garage with her.

I’d been raised to be practical and keep my emotions in check, but I loved cars. That was one of the few legacies I’d picked up from my mom. She was a mechanic, and some of my best childhood memories were of working in the garage with her.

तुम क्या कर रहे हो? इसके अलावा कि तुम्हारा सैंडविच ठंडा हो रहा है।" "मैं स्नो एंजल बना रहा हूँ। क्या तुम नहीं जानती कि वह क्या होता है?" "हाँ, मैं जानती हूँ। पर क्यों? तुम्हें बहुत ठंड लग रही होगी।" "सच कहूँ तो इतनी नहीं। बस मेरा चेहरा थोड़ा सुन्न हो रहा है, शायद।"

What, are you doing? Aside from getting your sandwich cold." "I’m making a snow angel. Don’t you know what that is?" "Yes, I know. But why? You must be freezing." "Not so much, actually. My face is a little, I guess.

What, are you doing? Aside from getting your sandwich cold." "I’m making a snow angel. Don’t you know what that is?" "Yes, I know. But why? You must be freezing." "Not so much, actually. My face is a little, I guess.

मेरा अंदाजा है कि तुम्हारे दिमाग में जो 'तरीके' चल रहे हैं, वे जिल के देखने लायक बिल्कुल नहीं होंगे।" "अपनी किताबें समेट कर रखो, मैं तुम्हें दिखाता हूँ।"

I'm guessing whatever 'ways' you have in mind aren't Jill-appropriate either." "Put your books away and I'll show you.

I'm guessing whatever 'ways' you have in mind aren't Jill-appropriate either." "Put your books away and I'll show you.

रोज़? क्या यह तुम हो?" मैंने उसके पीछे झाँका। लिसा। "तुम यहाँ क्या कर रही हो?" "तुम यहाँ क्या कर रही हो?" उसने पूछा। "देवियों, देवियों," उसने छेड़ते हुए कहा। "मेरे लिए लड़ने की कोई ज़रूरत नहीं है।" मैंने गुस्से से घूरा। "हम नहीं लड़ रहीं।

Rose? Is that you?" I peered behind him. Lissa. "What are you doing here?" "What are you doing here?" She asked "Ladies, ladies" he said teasingly. "No need to fight over me." I glared. "We're not.

Rose? Is that you?" I peered behind him. Lissa. "What are you doing here?" "What are you doing here?" She asked "Ladies, ladies" he said teasingly. "No need to fight over me." I glared. "We're not.

میں اداس دل کے ساتھ بستر پر لیٹ گئی، کاش میں اپنے سارے ڈر اور خوف اپنی ماں کے آگے انڈیل سکتی۔ کیا عام مائیں اور بیٹیاں ایسی ہی نہیں ہوتیں؟

I went to bed feeling melancholy, wishing I could have poured out all my fears and insecurities to my mom. Wasn’t that what normal mothers and daughters did?

I went to bed feeling melancholy, wishing I could have poured out all my fears and insecurities to my mom. Wasn’t that what normal mothers and daughters did?

ठीक है। अब तुम्हें अपने हाथ-पैर हिलाने होंगे।" "मुझे पता है स्नो एंजल कैसे बनाते हैं।" "तो फिर बनाओ! वरना तुम पुलिस क्राइम सीन पर बने चॉक के निशान जैसी ज्यादा लग रही हो।

Okay. Now you have to move your arms and legs.” “I know how to make a snow angel.” “Then do it! Otherwise, you’re more like a chalk outline at a police crime scene.

Okay. Now you have to move your arms and legs.” “I know how to make a snow angel.” “Then do it! Otherwise, you’re more like a chalk outline at a police crime scene.

"इसे मत काटो," उसने रुखे स्वर में कहा। "लेकिन अगर नहीं काटूंगी, तो मेरे टैटू कोई नहीं देख पाएगा।" "बाल ऊपर बांध लो।"

Don't cut it," he said gruffly. "But no one'll see my tattoos if I don't." "Wear it up." -Dimitri, Rose, Dimitri

Don't cut it," he said gruffly. "But no one'll see my tattoos if I don't." "Wear it up." -Dimitri, Rose, Dimitri

भले ही तुम्हें मेरी बात पागलपन लगे, पर... उम, क्या मैं और लिसा तुम्हारे साथ चल रहे हैं?" "नहीं।" "नहीं?" "नहीं।"

Call me crazy for asking this, but, um, are Lissa and I going with you?" "No" "No?" "No.

Call me crazy for asking this, but, um, are Lissa and I going with you?" "No" "No?" "No.

پنے جیسی ہری آنکھیں ہمیں ایک ایسے چہرے سے گھور رہی تھیں جسے شاید کسی ایسے کلاسک مصور نے تراشا ہو جس کی میں دل سے قائل تھی۔ حیرت زدہ ہو کر میں نے اس خیال کو آتے ہی جھٹک دیا۔ آخر وہ ایک پسینے والا خون چوسنے والا پिशाچ (ویمپائر) تھا۔ کسی عام پرکشش انسان کی طرح اس کی تعریف کرنا حماقت تھی۔

Emerald green eyes studied us from a face that could have been sculpted by one of the classical artists I so admired. Shocked, I dismissed the comparison as soon as it popped into my head. This was a vampire, after all. It was ridiculous to admire him the way I would some hot human guy.

Emerald green eyes studied us from a face that could have been sculpted by one of the classical artists I so admired. Shocked, I dismissed the comparison as soon as it popped into my head. This was a vampire, after all. It was ridiculous to admire him the way I would some hot human guy.

मैं तुमसे प्यार करता था!" वह चिल्लाया। वह अपनी कुर्सी से इतनी तेजी से उठा कि मैंने इसकी उम्मीद ही नहीं की थी। "मैं तुमसे प्यार करता था, और तुमने मुझे बर्बाद कर दिया। तुमने मेरा दिल लिया और उसे टुकड़े-टुकड़े कर दिया। तुमने मुझे मौत के घाट ही उतार दिया मानो!" उसके चेहरे के बदलते भावों ने भी मुझे चौंका दिया। उसकी आवाज़ से पूरा कमरा गूँज उठा। कितना सारा गम, कितना सारा गुस्सा। आम तौर पर दिखने वाले एड्रियन से बिल्कुल अलग। वह मेरी तरफ बढ़ा, उसका हाथ उसके सीने पर कसकर रखा था। "मैं... तुमसे... प्यार... करता था। और तुमने पूरे समय मेरा इस्तेमाल किया।"

I loved you!” he yelled. He jumped up out of his chair so quickly I never saw it coming. “I loved you, and you destroyed me. You took my heart and ripped it up. You might as well have staked me!” The change in his features also caught me by surprise. His voice filled the room. So much grief, so much anger. So unlike the usual Adrian. He strode toward me, hand clasped over his chest. “I. Loved. You. And you used me the whole time.

I loved you!” he yelled. He jumped up out of his chair so quickly I never saw it coming. “I loved you, and you destroyed me. You took my heart and ripped it up. You might as well have staked me!” The change in his features also caught me by surprise. His voice filled the room. So much grief, so much anger. So unlike the usual Adrian. He strode toward me, hand clasped over his chest. “I. Loved. You. And you used me the whole time.

आपको वास्तव में तब तक यह एहसास नहीं होता कि कितने लोग आपकी परवाह करते हैं, जब तक कि वे सब मिलकर आपका समर्थन करने के लिए खड़े नहीं हो जाते।

You never really realize how many people care about you until they all turn out to support you.

You never really realize how many people care about you until they all turn out to support you.

हमसे बड़े उम्र के लड़के पसंद नहीं हैं, है ना?" एट्रियन ने पूछा, जब हम दोनों अकेले थे। "तुम कुछ भी सोच रहे हो," मैंने कहा। "साफ़ है, मेरी इस कातिलाना खूबसूरती ने तुम्हारे होश उड़ा दिए हैं।

Not into older guys, huh?" asked Adrian once we were alone. "You're imagining things," I said. "Clearly, my stunning beauty has clouded your mind.

Not into older guys, huh?" asked Adrian once we were alone. "You're imagining things," I said. "Clearly, my stunning beauty has clouded your mind.

تم دنیا کے سب سے بورنگ ٹیچر ہو۔" وہ مسکرایا اور میرے گال پر ہلکا سا بوسہ دیا، ٹھیک اسی لمحے دروازے پر دستک ہوئی۔ "یہ تو اس بات پر منحصر ہے کہ تم مجھ سے کیا سیکھنا چاہتی ہو۔"

You are the most boring teacher ever." He grinned and gave me a quick kiss on the cheek, just as a knock sounded at the door. "It all depends on what you me to teach you.

You are the most boring teacher ever." He grinned and gave me a quick kiss on the cheek, just as a knock sounded at the door. "It all depends on what you me to teach you.

रोज़, मेरा आत्म-नियंत्रण तुमसे दस गुना ज्यादा मजबूत है।" मैंने अपनी आँखें खोलीं और अपनी नज़रें उसकी आँखों में मिला दीं। मैंने उसके बालों को पीछे की ओर सँवारा और मुस्कुराई, मुझे पूरा यकीन था कि मेरा दिल तब तक फूलता जाएगा जब तक कि मेरे अंदर कुछ और बाकी न रहे। "अच्छा जी? अभी-अभी तो मुझे यह अहसास नहीं हुआ।" "अगली बार का इंतजार करो," उसने चेतावनी दी। "मैं ऐसे काम करूँगा कि कुछ ही सेकंड में तुम्हारा खुद पर से काबू खो जाएगा।"

Roza, my self-control is ten times stronger than yours." I opened my eyes, shifting to look into his. I brushed his hair back and smiled, certain my heart would expand and expand until there was nothing left of me. "Oh yeah? That's not the impression I just got." "Wait until next time," he warned. "I'll do things that'll make you lose control within seconds.

Roza, my self-control is ten times stronger than yours." I opened my eyes, shifting to look into his. I brushed his hair back and smiled, certain my heart would expand and expand until there was nothing left of me. "Oh yeah? That's not the impression I just got." "Wait until next time," he warned. "I'll do things that'll make you lose control within seconds.

हम एक जैसे हैं! यहां तक कि सोन्या भी यही कहती है। हम हमेशा से एक जैसे रहे हैं, और अब हम दोनों वैसी ही बेवकूफी भरी हरकतें कर रहे हैं! हम खुद से दूसरों की तुलना में बहुत ज़्यादा उम्मीदें रखते हैं।

We're the same! Even Sonya says we are. We've always been the same, and we're both acting the same stupid way now! We hold ourselves to higher standards than everyone else.

We're the same! Even Sonya says we are. We've always been the same, and we're both acting the same stupid way now! We hold ourselves to higher standards than everyone else.

वैसे, मेरा नाम रोज़ हाथवे है। मैं सत्रह साल की हूँ, पिशाचों की रक्षा करने और उन्हें मारने की ट्रेनिंग ले रही हूँ, एक ऐसे लड़के के प्यार में हूँ जिससे मेरा कोई मेल नहीं है, और मेरी एक पक्की सहेली है जिसका अजीब सा जादू उसे पागल कर सकता है। अरे, किसी ने यह नहीं कहा था कि हाई स्कूल की ज़िंदगी आसान होती है।

By the way, my name's Rose Hathaway. I'm seventeen years old, training to protect and kill vampires, in love with a completely unsuitable guy, and have a best friend whose weird magic could drive her crazy. Hey, no one said high school was easy.

By the way, my name's Rose Hathaway. I'm seventeen years old, training to protect and kill vampires, in love with a completely unsuitable guy, and have a best friend whose weird magic could drive her crazy. Hey, no one said high school was easy.

तुमने खुद अपनी जींस की शॉर्ट्स काट ली... वो भी मक्खन काटने वाले चाकू से?

You made your own jean shorts...with a butter knife?

You made your own jean shorts...with a butter knife?

मुझे लगता है कि आंटी ताशा से हमें और भी ज्यादा डाँट पड़ती," क्रिश्चियन ने कहा। "वह इस बात से काफी खफा थीं कि हमने उन्हें नहीं बताया कि क्या चल रहा है। मुझे लगता है कि शायद वह खुद ही उन मूर्तियों को उड़ाना चाहती थीं।"

I think we got in more trouble with Aunt Tasha,ʺ said Christian. ʺShe was kind of pissed off that we didnʹt tell her what was going on. I think she probably wanted to blow up the statues herself.

I think we got in more trouble with Aunt Tasha,ʺ said Christian. ʺShe was kind of pissed off that we didnʹt tell her what was going on. I think she probably wanted to blow up the statues herself.

दिमित्री: "मुझे उस नज़र से मत देखो।" रोज़: "किस नज़र से?" दिमित्री: "आपके चेहरे पर एक ऐसा भाव है जो कह रहा है कि आप मुझे भ्रमित या पागल मानती हैं, लेकिन आप इतनी भली हैं कि कुछ कह नहीं रही हैं।"

Dimitri: "Don't look at me like that." Rose: "Like what?" Dimitri: "You've got this look on your face that says you think I'm delusional, but you're too nice to say anything.

Dimitri: "Don't look at me like that." Rose: "Like what?" Dimitri: "You've got this look on your face that says you think I'm delusional, but you're too nice to say anything.

यह तो काफ़ी हॉट है," उसने कहा। "मुझे आँख पर घूँसा मारना?" "अरे, नहीं। बिल्कुल नहीं। मेरा मतलब था कि तुम्हारे साथ हाथापाई करने का ख़्याल ही हॉट है। मैं फुल-कॉन्टैक्ट स्पोर्ट्स का बहुत बड़ा फैन हूँ।" "यकीनन होगे।

That's pretty hot," he said. "Punching me in the eye?" "Well, no. Of course not. I meant the idea of getting rough with you is hot. I'm a big fan of full-contact sports." "I'm sure you are.

That's pretty hot," he said. "Punching me in the eye?" "Well, no. Of course not. I meant the idea of getting rough with you is hot. I'm a big fan of full-contact sports." "I'm sure you are.

क्योंकि रात की ताकतों और शैतानों से बाकी इंसानों की रक्षा करना भगवान के प्रति हमारा कर्तव्य है।

Because it’s our duty to God to protect the rest of humanity from evil creatures of the night.

Because it’s our duty to God to protect the rest of humanity from evil creatures of the night.

हाँ, बिल्कुल। मैं यही तो चाहता हूँ कि अपनी गर्लफ्रेंड की मदद करूँ ताकि वह अपने पुराने बॉयफ्रेंड को वापस पा सके।

Yeah, that’s exactly what I want. To help my girlfriend get her old boyfriend back.

Yeah, that’s exactly what I want. To help my girlfriend get her old boyfriend back.

आपके भीतर का कोई न कोई हिस्सा हमेशा... जीने के लिए और जीवन के हर अनुभव को पाने के लिए संघर्ष करता रहेगा। यही वजह है कि आप अपने कामों में इतनी लापरवाह हैं। आप अपनी भावनाओं, अपने जुनून और अपने गुस्से को कभी नहीं दबातीं। यही बात आपको असाधारण बनाती है। यही आपको खतरनाक बनाती है।

Some part of you will always ... fight to cling to life and experience all it has. That's why you're so reckless in the things you do. You don't hold back your feelings, your passion, your anger. It makes you remarkable. It makes you dangerous

Some part of you will always ... fight to cling to life and experience all it has. That's why you're so reckless in the things you do. You don't hold back your feelings, your passion, your anger. It makes you remarkable. It makes you dangerous

सब ठीक है। सब बिल्कुल ठीक हो जाएगा। तुम तलवार छोड़ सकती हो।" "मैं नहीं छोड़ सकती। मैं उसे अकेला नहीं छोड़ सकती। मुझे उसकी रक्षा करनी होगी।" "तुमने कर ली है।

It’s okay. Everything’s going to be okay. You can let go of the sword." "I can’t. I can’t leave him alone. I have to protect him." "You have.

It’s okay. Everything’s going to be okay. You can let go of the sword." "I can’t. I can’t leave him alone. I have to protect him." "You have.

अरे, थोड़ी इज्जत से बात करो। वो कोई बेनाम चीजें नहीं, असली इंसान हैं। कार्ला और क्रिस्सी।" उसने माथे पर बल डाले। "या फिर मिस्सी था?

Hey show some respect. They’re real people with names. Carla and Krissy” He frowned. “Or was it Missy?

Hey show some respect. They’re real people with names. Carla and Krissy” He frowned. “Or was it Missy?

यह जानते हुए कि मैं कहीं नहीं जा रही हूँ, मैंने उसकी मदद करने का कोई रास्ता पागलों की तरह ढूँढना शुरू किया। एक साये जैसी आकृति पर मेरी नजर पड़ी। "क्रिश्चियन!" मैं चिल्लाई। वह लिसा के जाने की दिशा को एकटक देख रहा था, लेकिन मेरा नाम सुनकर चौंककर ऊपर देखने लगा। मेरे साथ चल रहे सुरक्षाकर्मियों में से एक ने मुझे चुप रहने को कहा और मेरा बाजू पकड़ लिया। "चुप रहो।" मैंने उसकी बात अनसुनी कर दी। "उसके पीछे जाओ," मैंने क्रिश्चियन को पुकारा। "जल्दी करो।" वह वहीं बैठा रहा, और मैंने खीझकर रह जाना चाहा। "जाओ, बेवकूफ!" मेरे गार्ड्स ने मुझे फिर से चुप रहने के लिए डाँटा, लेकिन क्रिश्चियन के अंदर कुछ जाग उठा था। अपने लेटने की मुद्रा से उछलकर, वह उसी दिशा में दौड़ पड़ा जिस तरफ लिसा गई थी।

Knowing I wasn't going anywhere, I frantically searched for some way to help her. A dark figure caught my eye. "Christian!" I yelled. He'd been staring at Lissa's retreating figure but glanced up at the sound of his name. One of my escorts shushed me and took my arm. "Be quiet." I ignored her. "Go after her," I called to Christian. "Hurry." He just sat there, and I suppressed a groan. "Go, you idiot!" My guardians snapped at me to be quiet again, but something inside of Christian woke up. Springing up from his lounging position, he tore off in the direction Lissa had traveled.

Knowing I wasn't going anywhere, I frantically searched for some way to help her. A dark figure caught my eye. "Christian!" I yelled. He'd been staring at Lissa's retreating figure but glanced up at the sound of his name. One of my escorts shushed me and took my arm. "Be quiet." I ignored her. "Go after her," I called to Christian. "Hurry." He just sat there, and I suppressed a groan. "Go, you idiot!" My guardians snapped at me to be quiet again, but something inside of Christian woke up. Springing up from his lounging position, he tore off in the direction Lissa had traveled.

जैसा कि मैंने देखा था, यह बिल्कुल साफ था कि रोज़ अपनी दोस्त की रक्षा के लिए कुछ भी करने और किसी से भी लड़ने को तैयार थी। मैं इस बात की दाद देता था—दिल से दाद देता था—लेकिन फिर भी मैं उसका रास्ता रोकने के लिए आगे बढ़ने से खुद को रोक नहीं पाया।

As I’d observed, it was clear that Rose was willing to do anything and fight anyone to protect her friend. I admired that—I admired that a lot—but it didn’t stop me from striking out to block her.

As I’d observed, it was clear that Rose was willing to do anything and fight anyone to protect her friend. I admired that—I admired that a lot—but it didn’t stop me from striking out to block her.

तुम्हारा नाम क्या है?" "क्या?" मैंने रोशनी से आँखें सिकोड़ते हुए पूछा। "तुम्हारा नाम।" मैंने डॉ. ओलेंड्ज़्की को अपने ऊपर झुके हुए पहचाना। "आप मेरा नाम जानती हैं।" "मैं चाहती हूँ कि तुम ख़ुद बताओ।" "रोज़। रोज़ हाथवे।" "क्या तुम्हें अपनी जन्मतिथि याद है?" "बेशक याद है। आप मुझसे ऐसी बेवकूफ़ों जैसी बातें क्यों पूछ रही हैं? क्या मेरी फ़ाइल खो गई है?" डॉ. ओलेंड्ज़्की ने झुंझलाकर एक लंबी साँस ली और वह चुभती हुई रोशनी साथ लेकर वहाँ से चली गईं। "मुझे लगता है यह ठीक है।"

What's your name?" what?" i asked, squinting at the light. your name." I reconized Dr. Olendzki peering over me. you know my name." I want you to tell me." Rose. Rose Hathaway." Do you know your birthday?" Of course I do. Why are you asking me such stupid things? Did you lose my records?" Dr. Olendzki gave an exasperated sigh and walked off, taking the annoying light with her. "I think she's fine.

What's your name?" what?" i asked, squinting at the light. your name." I reconized Dr. Olendzki peering over me. you know my name." I want you to tell me." Rose. Rose Hathaway." Do you know your birthday?" Of course I do. Why are you asking me such stupid things? Did you lose my records?" Dr. Olendzki gave an exasperated sigh and walked off, taking the annoying light with her. "I think she's fine.

भगवान," मैंने कराहते हुए कहा। "क्या ये लोग उस चीज़ को रॉकेट का ईंधन समझते हैं?" "किसी ने तुम्हारे गले थोड़ी उतारी थी।" "अरे, लेक्चर मत झाड़ो। वैसे भी, शिष्टाचार निभाना पड़ता है।" "हाँ, क्यों नहीं," उसने कहा।

God,” I moaned. “Do they use that stuff as rocket fuel?” “No one made you keep drinking it.” “Hey, don’t get preachy. Besides, I had to be polite.” “Sure,” she said.

God,” I moaned. “Do they use that stuff as rocket fuel?” “No one made you keep drinking it.” “Hey, don’t get preachy. Besides, I had to be polite.” “Sure,” she said.

उसके चेहरे पर निराशा छा गई। "रोज़, मैंने बहुत सी बुरी चीज़ें की हैं, जिनमें से ज्यादातर को मैं कभी सुधार नहीं सकता और न ही उनके लिए प्रायश्चित कर सकता हूँ। अब अगर मैं अपनी जिंदगी वापस पाना चाहता हूँ, तो मेरे पास बस यही विकल्प है कि मैं आगे बढूँ, बुराई को रोकूँ और वही करूँ जो सही है। और जो सही नहीं है, वह यह है कि मैं किसी दूसरे आदमी की महिला को चुरा लूँ, एक ऐसा आदमी जिसे मैं पसंद करता हूँ और जिसका सम्मान करता हूँ। मैं कारें चुराऊँगा। मैं घरों में सेंध लगाऊँगा। लेकिन कुछ हदें ऐसी हैं जिन्हें मैं पार नहीं करूँगा, चाहे कुछ भी हो जाए—

Frustration filled his features. "Rose I've done a lot of bad things, most of which I can never fix or find redemption for. My only choice now, if I want to reclaim my life, is to go forward, stopping evil and doing what's right. And what is NOT right is taking a woman from another man, a man I like and respect. I'll steal cars. I'll break into houses. But there are lines I WILL not cross, no matter what I—

Frustration filled his features. "Rose I've done a lot of bad things, most of which I can never fix or find redemption for. My only choice now, if I want to reclaim my life, is to go forward, stopping evil and doing what's right. And what is NOT right is taking a woman from another man, a man I like and respect. I'll steal cars. I'll break into houses. But there are lines I WILL not cross, no matter what I—

मैं? मैं नामुमकिन जैसी किसी चीज़ में यकीन नहीं रखती थी।

Me? I didn’t believe in hopeless.

Me? I didn’t believe in hopeless.

प्यार के बंधन में बँधे, पर जान लेने की कसम खाई।

Bound by Love, But sworn to Kill.

Bound by Love, But sworn to Kill.

कीथ ने अभी गिलास अपने होंठों से लगाया ही था कि एड्रियन बोल पड़ा, "हूँ... ओ-पॉजिटिव, मेरा पसंदीदा।" कीथ के मुँह से शराब बाहर निकल आई और उसे तुरंत ज़ोर की खाँसी शुरू हो गई। मुझे राहत मिली कि एक बूँद भी मुझ पर नहीं गिरी। जिल खिलखिलाकर हँस पड़ी और क्लेरेंस हैरानी से अपना गिलास देखने लगा। "क्या सच में? मुझे लगा कैबरनेट सॉविनन है।" एड्रियन ने बिल्कुल संजीदा चेहरे से कहा, "तो फिर वही होगा। मेरी गलती।"

Keith was just bringing the glass to his lips when Adrian said, "Mmm. O positive, my favorite." Keith sprayed out the wine he'd just drunk and promptly started coughing. I was relieved that none got on me. jill burst into giggles, and Clarence stared at his glass wonderingly. "Is it? I thought it was a cabernet sauvignon." "So it is," said Adrian, straight-faced. "My mistake.

Keith was just bringing the glass to his lips when Adrian said, "Mmm. O positive, my favorite." Keith sprayed out the wine he'd just drunk and promptly started coughing. I was relieved that none got on me. jill burst into giggles, and Clarence stared at his glass wonderingly. "Is it? I thought it was a cabernet sauvignon." "So it is," said Adrian, straight-faced. "My mistake.

शायद उसने हार मान ली और माइंसवीपर खेलना शुरू कर दिया।" [...] हम कैफे पहुँचे और देखा कि सिडनी अपने लैपटॉप पर झुकी हुई है, जिसके सामने मुश्किल से आधी खाई हुई डेनिश पेस्ट्री और शायद उसकी चौथी कप कॉफी रखी थी। हम उसकी बगल वाली सीटों पर फिसलकर बैठ गए। "कैसा चल रहा—अरे! तुम सचमुच माइंसवीपर खेल रही हो!

She probably gave up and started playing Minesweeper." [...] We reached the cafe and found Sydney bent over her laptop, with a barely eaten Danish and what was probably her fourth cup of coffee. We slid into seats beside her. "How's it—hey! You ARE playing Minesweeper!

She probably gave up and started playing Minesweeper." [...] We reached the cafe and found Sydney bent over her laptop, with a barely eaten Danish and what was probably her fourth cup of coffee. We slid into seats beside her. "How's it—hey! You ARE playing Minesweeper!

एड्रियान: मैं लोगों के सपनों में जा सकता हूँ। क्रिश्चियन: बस करो। मुझे अभी से लग रहा है कि तुम्हारा कोई ऐसा कमेंट आने वाला है जिसमें तुम कहोगे कि लड़कियां पहले से ही तुम्हारे सपने देखती हैं। वैसे, मैंने अभी-अभी खाना खाया है, समझ रहे हो।

Adrian: I can visit people in their dreams. Christian: Stop. I can feel there is a comment coming on about how women already dream about you. I just ate, you know.

Adrian: I can visit people in their dreams. Christian: Stop. I can feel there is a comment coming on about how women already dream about you. I just ate, you know.

मुझसे भी गलतियाँ हो जाती हैं।" मैंने अपना अकड़ू और अति-आत्मविश्वासी चेहरा बना लिया। "मुझे पता है इस पर यकीन करना मुश्किल है—मुझे खुद भी हैरानी होती है—पर लगता है ऐसा होना ही था। शायद यह ब्रह्मांड में संतुलन बनाए रखने का कोई कर्मिक तरीका है। वरना, किसी एक इंसान में इतनी सारी खूबियाँ होना नाइंसाफी होती।"

Even I make mistakes." I put on my brash, overconfident face. "I know it's hard to believe—kind of surprises me myself—but I guess it has to happen. It's probably some kind of karmic way to balance out the universe. Otherwise, it wouldn't be fair to have one person so full of awesomeness.

Even I make mistakes." I put on my brash, overconfident face. "I know it's hard to believe—kind of surprises me myself—but I guess it has to happen. It's probably some kind of karmic way to balance out the universe. Otherwise, it wouldn't be fair to have one person so full of awesomeness.

अरे वाह! यानी एक साइकोपैथ ने भी तुम्हारी कीमत पहचान ली थी, तभी तो उसने पहले किसी और को मारने की सोची।" मुझे समझ नहीं आ रहा था कि मैं हँसूँ या रोऊँ।

To my surprise, I recognized Dimitri Belikov-Rose's boyfriend-among those doing crowd control. He was easy to spot since he was almost always taller than everyone around him. Dhampirs look very human, and even I could admit that he was pretty good-looking. There was a rugged handsomeness to him, and even in a still photograph, I could see a fierceness as he watched the crowd.

To my surprise, I recognized Dimitri Belikov-Rose's boyfriend-among those doing crowd control. He was easy to spot since he was almost always taller than everyone around him. Dhampirs look very human, and even I could admit that he was pretty good-looking. There was a rugged handsomeness to him, and even in a still photograph, I could see a fierceness as he watched the crowd.

ठीक तीन घंटे बाद, हम एक छोटे से वीरान कस्बे में पहुँचे जहाँ सिर्फ एक ट्रैफिक लाइट थी और एक रेस्टोरेंट था जिसके बाहर बस 'डिनर' लिखा हुआ था। हालाँकि, पिछले एक घंटे से सड़क पर कोई ट्रैफिक नहीं था, जो कि सचमुच सबसे महत्वपूर्ण बात थी। हमारा पीछा नहीं किया गया था। सिडनी ने हमें एक ऐसी इमारत के सामने लाकर रोका जिस पर 'मोटल' का साइनबोर्ड लगा था। जाहिर है कि इस कस्बे के लोगों को नामों के मामले में सादगी ही पसंद थी। मुझे बिल्कुल हैरानी नहीं होती अगर इसका नाम असल में सिर्फ 'टाउन' यानी 'कस्बा' होता।

After almost exactly three hours, we rolled into a small hole of a town that had one traffic light and a resturant simply marked DINER. There hadn't been any traffic on the road for over an hour, though, which was really the most important thing. We hadn't been followed. Sydney drove us to a building with a sign that read MOTEL. Apparently this town liked to stick to the basics when it came to names. I wouldn't be surprised if it was actually just called TOWN.

After almost exactly three hours, we rolled into a small hole of a town that had one traffic light and a resturant simply marked DINER. There hadn't been any traffic on the road for over an hour, though, which was really the most important thing. We hadn't been followed. Sydney drove us to a building with a sign that read MOTEL. Apparently this town liked to stick to the basics when it came to names. I wouldn't be surprised if it was actually just called TOWN.

तुम लोग अपनी इस दिखावटी इमेज और ताने मारने वाली बातों में इतने उलझे रहते हो कि कोई कभी सीधे-सीधे मुंह पर अपनी बात नहीं कहता। खैर, अब मैं कहूंगी।

You guys are so caught up in your polished images and your passive-aggressive comments that no one ever comes right out and says anything. Well, I'm going to.

You guys are so caught up in your polished images and your passive-aggressive comments that no one ever comes right out and says anything. Well, I'm going to.

चीजें मर जाती हैं। पर वे हमेशा के लिए मरती नहीं हैं। मेरा यकीन करो, मैं जानती हूँ।

Things die. But they don't always stay dead. Believe me, I know.

Things die. But they don't always stay dead. Believe me, I know.

एबे शान से वहाँ दाखिल हुआ, उसने एक ऐसा सलेटी और पीले रंग का सूट पहन रखा था जो अजीब तरीके से एड्रियन के बालों के रंग से मेल खा रहा था।

Well there you go. Even a psychopath recognized your worth enough to want to kill someone else first." I didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

Well there you go. Even a psychopath recognized your worth enough to want to kill someone else first." I didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

अच्छा... तुमने exactly क्या वादा किया था? यही ना कि किसी को नहीं बताओगी कि एरिक ड्रैगोमिर की एक मालकिन और बच्चा है?" सोन्या ने सिर हिलाया। "और यह भी कि वे कौन हैं, यह नहीं बताओगी?" सोन्या ने फिर सिर हिलाया। सिडनी ने सोन्या को उतनी गर्मजोशी और प्यार भरी मुस्कान दी, जितनी उसने कभी इस अलकेमिस्ट के चेहरे पर देखी थी। "क्या तुमने यह वादा किया था कि तुम किसी को यह नहीं बताओगी कि वे कहाँ हैं?" सोन्या ने सिर हिलाया, और सिडनी की मुस्कान थोड़ी फीकी पड़ गई. फिर उसकी आँखें चमक उठीं। "क्या तुमने यह वादा किया था कि तुम किसी को भी उनके ठिकाने तक नहीं पहुँचाएंगी?"

Well...what did you promise exactly? Not to tell anyone that Eric Dragomir had a mistress and baby?" Sonya nodded. "And not to tell who they were?" Sonya nodded again. Sydney gave Sonya the warmest, friendliest smile i'd ever seen on the Alchemist. "Did you promise not to tell anyone where they are?" Sonya nodded, and Sydney's smile faltered a little. Then her eyes lit up. "Did you promise not to LEAD anyone to where they are?

Well...what did you promise exactly? Not to tell anyone that Eric Dragomir had a mistress and baby?" Sonya nodded. "And not to tell who they were?" Sonya nodded again. Sydney gave Sonya the warmest, friendliest smile i'd ever seen on the Alchemist. "Did you promise not to tell anyone where they are?" Sonya nodded, and Sydney's smile faltered a little. Then her eyes lit up. "Did you promise not to LEAD anyone to where they are?

रोज़, तुम और मैं कभी एक-दूसरे को पसंद नहीं आए। अगर मुझे किसी की जान लेनी ही पड़े, तो वो तुम ही क्यों न हो।

You and I have never liked each other, Rose. If I’ve got to kill someone, it might as well be you.

You and I have never liked each other, Rose. If I’ve got to kill someone, it might as well be you.

क्या तुमने लिसा की रक्षा के लिए कोई सस्ती विदेशी मज़दूरी पर रखी है?

You got some cheap foreign labor to protect Lissa?

You got some cheap foreign labor to protect Lissa?

एड्रियन का नया रिसर्च पार्टनर दरवाजे से अंदर आया, और मैं समझ गई कि पाम स्प्रिंग्स में हमने जो शांति कायम की थी, वो अब पल भर में टूटने वाली है। दिमित्री बेलिकोव आ चुका था।

Abe swept in, resplendent in a gray and yellow suit that coordinated bafflingly well with Adrian's paint job.

Abe swept in, resplendent in a gray and yellow suit that coordinated bafflingly well with Adrian's paint job.

मेरी मौत किसी के कैलेंडर पर तारीख डालकर तय नहीं की जाएगी।

My death will not be penciled on someone's calendar.

My death will not be penciled on someone's calendar.

मैं झूठ नहीं बोलूंगा। कमरे में कदम रखते ही अपनी गर्लफ्रेंड को बच्चों के नामों की किताब पढ़ते देखना किसी का भी दिल एक पल के लिए थाम सकता है। "मैं कोई एक्सपर्ट तो नहीं," मैंने अपने शब्दों को बहुत सावधानी से चुनते हुए शुरुआत की, "खैर—सच कहूं तो, मैं हूँ। और मुझे पूरा यकीन है कि उस किताब को पढ़ने की नौबत आने से पहले हमें कुछ खास काम करने होंगे।"

I won’t lie. Walking into a room and seeing your girlfriend reading a baby-name book can kind of make your heart stop. “I’m no expert,” I began, choosing my words carefully. “Well—actually, I am. And I’m pretty sure there are certain things we have to do before you need to be reading that.

I won’t lie. Walking into a room and seeing your girlfriend reading a baby-name book can kind of make your heart stop. “I’m no expert,” I began, choosing my words carefully. “Well—actually, I am. And I’m pretty sure there are certain things we have to do before you need to be reading that.

क्या तुम कभी अच्छे बर्ताव के लिए रिहा नहीं हो सकतीं?" "बिल्कुल हो सकती हूँ, अगर मैंने कभी कुछ अच्छा किया हो तो।"

Can't you ever get off for good behavior?" "Sure, if I was ever good.

Can't you ever get off for good behavior?" "Sure, if I was ever good.

प्यार में लोग क्या-क्या पागलपन नहीं करते।" एड्रियन ने अपनी जेब में हाथ डाला और सिगरेट का एक पैकेट बाहर निकाला। "क्या तुम्हें अंदाज़ा है कि इस वक्त मुझे सिगरेट की कितनी तलब लगी है? पर फिर भी मैं सह रहा हूँ, रोज़। सिर्फ तुम्हारे लिए।"

Adrian's new research partner stepped through the door, and I knew the uneasy peace we'd just established in Palm Springs was about to shatter. Dimitri Belikov had arrived.

Adrian's new research partner stepped through the door, and I knew the uneasy peace we'd just established in Palm Springs was about to shatter. Dimitri Belikov had arrived.

शांत हो जाओ, कमसिन कली," एवेरी ने कहा। "शराब के नशे में किया गया एक चुंबन, शराब के नशे में गिरने के मुकाबले कुछ भी नहीं है। भगवान जानता है कि मैंने नशे में कितनों को चूमा है।" "और फिर भी, आज रात मैं अनचुमा ही रह गया," एड्रियन ने सोचते हुए कहा।

Relax, Jailbait," said Avery. "A drunken kiss is nothing compared to a drunken fall. God knows I've kissed plenty of guys drunk." "And yet, I remain unkissed tonight," mused Adrian.

Relax, Jailbait," said Avery. "A drunken kiss is nothing compared to a drunken fall. God knows I've kissed plenty of guys drunk." "And yet, I remain unkissed tonight," mused Adrian.

भागने की सत्रहवीं योजना," मैंने उससे कहा, "यहाँ से भाग कर फ़्रेस्नो में जूस की एक दुकान खोल लेते हैं।" "फ़्रेस्नो क्यों?" "नाम से ऐसा लगता है जैसे वो ऐसी जगह होगी जहाँ लोग बहुत जूस पीते हैं।"

Escape plan number seventeen," I told her. "Run away and open a juice stand in Fresno." "Why Fresno?" "Sounds like the kind of place people drink a lot of juice.

Escape plan number seventeen," I told her. "Run away and open a juice stand in Fresno." "Why Fresno?" "Sounds like the kind of place people drink a lot of juice.

मैं उसे वहीं रोता हुआ छोड़कर गेट की तरफ़ बढ़ गई। जब दिमित्री की मौत हुई थी, तब मेरी आत्मा का एक हिस्सा मर गया था। अब उससे मुँह मोड़ते हुए, मुझे लगा कि एक और हिस्सा भी मर गया है। जल्द ही मेरे भीतर कुछ नहीं बचेगा।

I left her there crying as I walked toward the gate. A piece of my soul had died when Dimitri had fallen. Turning my back on her now, I felt another piece die as well. Soon there wouldn't be anything left inside me.

I left her there crying as I walked toward the gate. A piece of my soul had died when Dimitri had fallen. Turning my back on her now, I felt another piece die as well. Soon there wouldn't be anything left inside me.

तुमने जो भी किया, प्यार में किया। इस बात पर मैं तुमसे नाराज़ नहीं हो सकता। बेशक वो बेवकूफी थी, लेकिन प्यार होता ही ऐसा है। क्या तुम्हें ज़रा भी अंदाज़ा है कि मैं तुम्हारे लिए क्या-क्या कर सकता हूँ? तुम्हें महफूज रखने के लिए?

Guys do ridiculous things for love." Adrian reached into his pocket and held up a pack of cigarettes. "Do you know how badly I want one of these right now? Yet I suffer, Rose. All for you.

Guys do ridiculous things for love." Adrian reached into his pocket and held up a pack of cigarettes. "Do you know how badly I want one of these right now? Yet I suffer, Rose. All for you.

एबे का चेहरा फिर से साफ़ दिखाई देने लगा। "नमस्ते, ज़्मेइ," मैंने कमज़ोर सी आवाज़ में कहा। जाने क्यों, उसका यहाँ होना मुझे हैरान नहीं कर रहा था। "अंधेरे कोनों में चुपके से घुसने में तुम्हारा जवाब नहीं।" उसने सिर हिलाया और उसके चेहरे पर एक हल्की सी अफ़सोस भरी मुस्कान थी। "मुझे लगता है अंधेरे कोनों में छुपकर घूमने के मामले में तुमने मुझे भी पीछे छोड़ दिया है। मुझे लगा था कि तुम मोंटाना वापस जा रही हो।" "अगلی बार, अपने सौदों में कुछ और ब्योरे लिखना सुनिश्चित करना। या फिर मुझे पैक करके सीधे अमरीका वापस भेज देना। सचमुच।" "ओह," उसने कहा, "मैं बिल्कुल ऐसा ही करने का इरादा रखता हूँ।" यह बात कहते हुए वह मुस्कुरा रहा था, लेकिन किसी तरह मुझे यह अहसास हो रहा था कि वह मज़ाक नहीं कर रहा था।

Abe's face came back into focus. "Greetings, Zmey," I said weakly. Somehow, him being here didn't surprise me. "Nice of you to slither on in." He shook his head, wearing a rueful smile. "I think you've outdone me when it comes to sneaking around dark corners. I thought you were on your way back to Montana." "Next time, make sure you write a few more details into your bargains. Or just pack me up and send me back to the U. S. For real." "Oh," he said, "that's exactly what I intend to do." He kept smiling as he said it, but somehow, I had a feeling he wasn't joking.

Abe's face came back into focus. "Greetings, Zmey," I said weakly. Somehow, him being here didn't surprise me. "Nice of you to slither on in." He shook his head, wearing a rueful smile. "I think you've outdone me when it comes to sneaking around dark corners. I thought you were on your way back to Montana." "Next time, make sure you write a few more details into your bargains. Or just pack me up and send me back to the U. S. For real." "Oh," he said, "that's exactly what I intend to do." He kept smiling as he said it, but somehow, I had a feeling he wasn't joking.

वह काफ़ी देर से बाहर था," उसने कहा। "क्या तुम थोड़ा ब्रेक लेना चाहती हो?" हॉपर इस जीवित रूप में रह सकता था या फिर एक छोटी सी मूर्ति में बदल सकता था, जिससे लोगों के आने पर अजीब सवालों से बचने में मदद मिलती थी। हालांकि केवल वही उसे बदल सकती थी। "हाँ। यह बार-बार मेरे रंगों को खाने की कोशिश करता रहता है। और मैं नहीं चाहती कि जब मैं तुम्हें अलविदा कहते हुए किस करूँ, तो यह सब देखे।"

He's been out for a while," she said. "You ready to take a break?" Hopper could exist in this living form or be transformed into a small statue, which helped avoid uncomfortable questions when people came by. Only she could transform him though. "Yeah. He keeps trying to eat my paints. And I don't want him to watch me kiss you goodbye.

He's been out for a while," she said. "You ready to take a break?" Hopper could exist in this living form or be transformed into a small statue, which helped avoid uncomfortable questions when people came by. Only she could transform him though. "Yeah. He keeps trying to eat my paints. And I don't want him to watch me kiss you goodbye.

हमें साथ होना चाहिए।" "क्यों?" मैंने धीरे से पूछा। यह शब्द हवा में ही खो गए, पर उसने सुन लिया। "क्योंकि मैं तुम्हें चाहता हूँ।" मैंने उसे एक उदास मुस्कान दी, यह सोचते हुए कि क्या हम कभी मौत की दुनिया में दोबारा मिलेंगे। "गलत जवाब," मैंने उससे कहा। मैंने उसका हाथ छोड़ दिया।

We need to be together." "Why?" I asked softly. The word was carried away on the wind, but he heard. "Because I want you." I gave him a sad smile, wondering if we'd meet again in the land of the dead. "Wrong answer," I told him. I let go

We need to be together." "Why?" I asked softly. The word was carried away on the wind, but he heard. "Because I want you." I gave him a sad smile, wondering if we'd meet again in the land of the dead. "Wrong answer," I told him. I let go

किताब हमेशा फिल्म से बेहतर होती है।

You did what you did out of love. I can't be mad at you over that. It was stupid, but that's how love is. Do you have any idea what I'd do for you? To keep you safe?

You did what you did out of love. I can't be mad at you over that. It was stupid, but that's how love is. Do you have any idea what I'd do for you? To keep you safe?

एक और शक्ति जो मेरे पास नहीं है," लिसा ने अफ़सोस जताते हुए कहा। मैं मुस्कुराई। "अरे, मैं अभी तक किसी ऐसे स्पिरिट यूज़र से नहीं मिली जो तुम्हारी तरह मुक्का चला सके। वह गति में कविता जैसा था, लिस्।" वह दर्द से कराह उठी।

Another power I don't have," said Lissa ruefully. I grinned. "Hey, I have yet to meet any spirit user who can throw a punch like you can. That was poetry in motion, Liss." She groaned.

Another power I don't have," said Lissa ruefully. I grinned. "Hey, I have yet to meet any spirit user who can throw a punch like you can. That was poetry in motion, Liss." She groaned.

वैम्पायर एकेडमी: रोज़- कुछ पसंद आया? दिमित्री- कपड़े पहनो। लास्ट सैक्रिफाइस: रोज़- कुछ पसंद आया? दिमित्री- बहुत कुछ।

VAMPIRE ACADEMY: Rose- See something you like? Dimitri- Get dressed. LAST SACRIFICE: Rose- See something you like? Dimitri- Lots

VAMPIRE ACADEMY: Rose- See something you like? Dimitri- Get dressed. LAST SACRIFICE: Rose- See something you like? Dimitri- Lots

जब मैंने तुम्हें गिरते हुए देखा..." "तो तुमने सोचा, 'वाह, यह तो एकदम निक्कमी है।'"

When I saw you fall..." "You thought, 'Wow, she's a loser.

When I saw you fall..." "You thought, 'Wow, she's a loser.

तुम्हें इस बात पर यकीन करना ही होगा कि दुश्मन का दुश्मन दोस्त होता है।

The book's always better than the movie.

The book's always better than the movie.

तभी एक ज़ोरदार धमाके की आवाज़ ने हमें रोक दिया, और दाईं तरफ रोशनी का एक फड़कता हुआ गोला दिखाई दिया। दूसरे गैरेजेस के पास खड़े लोग चीख पड़े। "देखा, कहा था ना?" एबे ने खुद से बहुत संतुष्ट होते हुए कहा। "एक नया गेट। बिल्कुल सही समय पर।"

A loud booming noise interrupted us, and we saw a flash of light off to my right. People near the other garages screamed. "There, you see?" asked Abe, quite pleased with himself. "A new gate. Perfect timing.

A loud booming noise interrupted us, and we saw a flash of light off to my right. People near the other garages screamed. "There, you see?" asked Abe, quite pleased with himself. "A new gate. Perfect timing.

उनकी गर्माहट और उनका प्यार मेरे चारों ओर था, और एक बार फिर, मुझे वो अधूरापन दूर होता महसूस हुआ। मेरी दुनिया का जो हिस्सा खो गया था, वह मुझे वापस मिल गया था। वह आत्मा जो मेरी आत्मा की पूरक थी। मेरा हमसफ़र। मेरा बराबर का। सिर्फ़ इतना ही नहीं, मुझे मेरी ज़िंदगी वापस मिल गई थी—मेरी अपनी ज़िंदगी। मैं लिस्सा की रक्षा करती, उसकी सेवा करती, लेकिन आखिरकार मैं अपने दम पर एक इंसान थी।

His warmth was all around me, as was his love, and again, I felt that completeness. I had that missing piece of my word back. The soul that complemented mine. My match. My equal. Not only that, I had my life back -my own life. I would protect Lissa, I would serve, but I was finally my own person.

His warmth was all around me, as was his love, and again, I felt that completeness. I had that missing piece of my word back. The soul that complemented mine. My match. My equal. Not only that, I had my life back -my own life. I would protect Lissa, I would serve, but I was finally my own person.

शायद तुम्हें अपनी खूबसूरती बनाए रखने के लिए पूरी नींद की ज़रूरत न हो, लेकिन हम में से कुछ लोग इतने किस्मतवाले नहीं हैं।

Maybe you don't need beauty sleep, but some of us aren't so lucky.

Maybe you don't need beauty sleep, but some of us aren't so lucky.

माँ बनने के बाद के इस निशान को गर्व से क्यों नहीं पहनतीं? यह किसी टैटू या सम्मान के तमगे से कहीं बेहतर है। दुनिया को पता तो चले कि तुमने क्या हासिल किया है।

You've got to take it on faith that the enemy of your enemy is your friend.

You've got to take it on faith that the enemy of your enemy is your friend.

यह देखकर अच्छा लगा कि कोई तो था जो उसके चरित्र की कदर करता था, भले ही क्रिश्चियन इस बात से कितना भी चिढ़ता हो कि उसकी आंटी को कोई डेट करे। और सच कहूं तो मुझे क्रिश्चियन को इस तरह साफ़-साफ़ तड़पते हुए देखना थोड़ा अच्छा लगा। यह उसके लिए अच्छा था।

It was nice to see someone who appreciated her for her character, no matter how disgusted Christian was by the idea of ANYONE dating his aunt. And I actually kind of liked seeing Christian so obviously tormented. It was good for him.

It was nice to see someone who appreciated her for her character, no matter how disgusted Christian was by the idea of ANYONE dating his aunt. And I actually kind of liked seeing Christian so obviously tormented. It was good for him.

रोज़, इस दुनिया में कोई भी चीज़ मुझे तुमसे नफरत नहीं करवा सकती।" "यहां तक कि मेरे एक्स-बॉयफ्रेंड को मौत के मुंह से वापस लाने की कोशिश भी नहीं?

Rose, nothing in this world could make me hate you." "Not even trying to bring my ex-boyfriend back from the dead?

Rose, nothing in this world could make me hate you." "Not even trying to bring my ex-boyfriend back from the dead?

क्रिश्चियन भी—जो हर बात पर तंज कसने के लिए जाना जाता था—काफी गंभीर लग रहा था।

Even Christian—the poster child for "smartass"—looked grim.

Even Christian—the poster child for "smartass"—looked grim.

परिवार को लेकर उसकी सोच बहुत पक्की है — ऐसी सोच जो शायद तुम्हें कुछ ज़्यादा ही रूढ़िवादी या पुरुष-प्रधान लगे। उसका मानना है कि सभी धैम्पिरों को ट्रेनिंग लेनी चाहिए और गार्डियन के रूप में अपनी सेवा देनी चाहिए, लेकिन महिलाओं को आखिर में घर लौटकर अपने बच्चों की परवरिश पर ध्यान देना चाहिए। तो क्या पुरुषों के लिए ऐसा नहीं है? नहीं, उसने तंज कसते हुए कहा। उसका सोचना है कि पुरुषों को बाहर रहकर स्ट्रीगोइ का शिकार करते रहना चाहिए।

Why not wear a scar of Motherhood? Better than a tattoo or a mark of Honor. Let the world know what you've achieved.

Why not wear a scar of Motherhood? Better than a tattoo or a mark of Honor. Let the world know what you've achieved.

भगवान, मैं कितना भाग्यशाली हूँ। अगर इसमें चोट लग जाती, तो मैं कुछ दिनों के लिए अभ्यास नहीं कर पाता।” मुस्कुराते हुए वह अपनी कुर्सी पर वापस लौट गया। "मुझे पता है। जब मैं तुम्हें उठाकर ला रहा था, तब तुम लगातार यही कह रही थीं। तुम बहुत परेशान थीं।" "तुम... तुमने मुझे यहाँ उठाया था?" "जब हमने बेंच को तोड़कर तुम्हारे पैर को आज़ाद किया, उसके बाद।" यार। मैंने बहुत कुछ मिस कर दिया था। दिमित्री को अपनी बाहों में उठाए हुए कल्पना करने से बेहतर एकमात्र चीज़ यह थी कि मैं उसकी कल्पना बिना शर्ट के अपनी बाहों में उठाए हुए करूँ।

God, I got lucky. If I'd hurt it, it would have put me out of practice for a while.” Smiling, he returned to his chair. "I know. You kept telling me that while I was carrying you. You were very upset.” "You...you carried me here?” "After we broke the bench apart and freed your foot.” Man. I'd missed out on a lot. The only thing better than imagining Dimitri carrying me in his arms was imagining him shirtless while carrying me in his arms.

God, I got lucky. If I'd hurt it, it would have put me out of practice for a while.” Smiling, he returned to his chair. "I know. You kept telling me that while I was carrying you. You were very upset.” "You...you carried me here?” "After we broke the bench apart and freed your foot.” Man. I'd missed out on a lot. The only thing better than imagining Dimitri carrying me in his arms was imagining him shirtless while carrying me in his arms.

दिमित्री को देखकर ऐसा लगता था कि उसे किसी भी वीरान जंगल में छोड़ दिया जाए, तो वह किसी भी चीज़ के सहारे ज़िंदा रह जाएगा।

Dimitri seemed like the kind of guy you could throw into the wilderness and he would survive off anything.

Dimitri seemed like the kind of guy you could throw into the wilderness and he would survive off anything.

इसाया ने अपनी आँखें घुमाईं। "हे भगवान! कितनी महान शख्सियतें हैं। तुम सब स्पार्टकस हो, है ना?"

Isaiah rolled his eyes. "Good God. What a noble lot. You're all Spartacus, aren't you?

Isaiah rolled his eyes. "Good God. What a noble lot. You're all Spartacus, aren't you?

क्या दीदरा का मुझ पर यह सोचना सही था कि मैं जानबूझकर ऐसे रिश्तों में उलझती हूँ जिनका कोई भविष्य नहीं होता?

She has very strong ideas about family - ideas that probably sound kind of sexist to you. She believes all dhampirs should train and put in time as guardians, but that the women should eventually return home to raise their children together. But not the men? No, he said wryly. She thinks men still need to stay out there and kill Strigoi.

She has very strong ideas about family - ideas that probably sound kind of sexist to you. She believes all dhampirs should train and put in time as guardians, but that the women should eventually return home to raise their children together. But not the men? No, he said wryly. She thinks men still need to stay out there and kill Strigoi.

मैं बस उलझन में हूँ। मैं तुम्हारे इशारे नहीं समझ पा रहा हूँ। एक पल तुम गरम होते हो, तो अगले पल ठंडे। तुम मुझसे कहते हो कि तुम मुझे चाहते हो, फिर कहते हो कि नहीं चाहते। अगर तुम कोई एक बात चुनो, तो ठीक है, लेकिन तुम मुझे किसी एक बात पर यकीन दिलाते हो और फिर बिल्कुल अलग दिशा में निकल जाते हो। सिर्फ़ अभी नहीं—हमेशा ऐसा ही होता है।

I'm just confused. I can't read your signals. One moment you're hot, the next you're cold. You tell me you want me, you tell me you don't. If you picked one, that'd be fine, but you keep making me think one thing and then you end up going in a completely different direction. Not just now—all the time.

I'm just confused. I can't read your signals. One moment you're hot, the next you're cold. You tell me you want me, you tell me you don't. If you picked one, that'd be fine, but you keep making me think one thing and then you end up going in a completely different direction. Not just now—all the time.

अगर किसी से पूछा जाता कि कोई महिला जो कभी भूतिया राक्षस (अनडैड मॉन्स्टर) रह चुकी है, उसे संभालने के लिए सबसे बढ़िया मोर्चा कौन संभाल सकता है, तो सिडनी सेज मेरा सबसे आखिरी अंदाज़ा होती।

If someone had asked who could stage the best intervention with a crazy woman who had formerly been an undead monster, Sydney Sage would have been my last guess.

If someone had asked who could stage the best intervention with a crazy woman who had formerly been an undead monster, Sydney Sage would have been my last guess.

राज्य को खोने का एकमात्र तरीका यह है कि आपकी ताकत कम हो जाए या... खैर, अगर आप मारे जाएं।" "मुझे यकीन है वोलুসियन इसमें पूरी मदद करना चाहेगा।" मेरा नौकर मेरे पास ही चल रहा था, जिसे तेज़ी से आगे बढ़ने के लिए किसी घोड़े की ज़रूरत नहीं थी। अपना नाम सुनते ही उसने कहा, "मैं यह काम बहुत खुशी से और आपकी खातिर बहुत तकलीफ उठाकर करूँगा, मालकिन।" "इस तरह की वफादारी की कोई कीमत नहीं लगाई जा सकती," मैंने कियो से कहा।

The only way to lose a kingdom is if your power drops or..well, if you're killed." "I'm sure Volusian would love to help with that." My minion walked near me, needing no horse to move swiftly. Upon hearing his name, he said, "I would perform the deed with great relish and much suffering on your part, mistress." "You can't put a price on that kind of loyalty," I told Kiyo.

The only way to lose a kingdom is if your power drops or..well, if you're killed." "I'm sure Volusian would love to help with that." My minion walked near me, needing no horse to move swiftly. Upon hearing his name, he said, "I would perform the deed with great relish and much suffering on your part, mistress." "You can't put a price on that kind of loyalty," I told Kiyo.

जो हो गया या जो तुम कर सकते थे, उसे लेकर खुद को मत कोसो। बीता हुआ कल लौटकर नहीं आ सकता। आने वाले कल की ओर बढ़ो।

Was Deirdre right about me purposely wanting relationships that were impossible?

Was Deirdre right about me purposely wanting relationships that were impossible?

मैंने कुछ समय पहले ही यह मान लिया था कि अब हमारे बीच रोमांटिक रूप से सोचने के लिए बहुत सारी वजहें बची ही नहीं थीं। कभी-कभार, मैं थोड़ा बहक जाती थी और मन में यह चाहत जग जाती थी किशायद वह भी ऐसा ही चाहे। यह जानना कितना अच्छा होता कि वह आज भी मुझे चाहता है, कि मैं आज भी उसे पागल कर देती हूँ। अब उसे देखकर मुझे अहसास हुआ कि शायद वह कभी नहीं बहकेगा क्योंकि अब मैं उसे पागल नहीं करती थी। यह एक बहुत ही निराशाजनक विचार था।

I'd accepted a while ago that there were too many reasons for me to even think about him romantically anymore. Every once in a while, I slipped a little and kind of wished he would too. It'd have been nice to know that he still wanted me, that I still drove him crazy. Studying him now, I realized he might not ever slip because I didn't drive him crazy anymore. It was a depressing thought.

I'd accepted a while ago that there were too many reasons for me to even think about him romantically anymore. Every once in a while, I slipped a little and kind of wished he would too. It'd have been nice to know that he still wanted me, that I still drove him crazy. Studying him now, I realized he might not ever slip because I didn't drive him crazy anymore. It was a depressing thought.

हो सकता है कि सिडनी पर्सनल रिश्तों को संभालने में माहिर न हो, लेकिन पहेलियाँ उसके लिए जानी-पहचानी चीज़ थीं।

Sydney might not be an expert in personal relationships but puzzles were familiar territory.

Sydney might not be an expert in personal relationships but puzzles were familiar territory.

उसका कहना है कि जब तक आप बिस्तर से पूरी तरह उठकर खड़े नहीं हो जाते, तब तक आपकी नींद पूरी नहीं होती।

She says you're not awake until you're actually out of bed and standing up.

She says you're not awake until you're actually out of bed and standing up.

उसने सिर हिलाया। "नहीं। क्योंकि दुनिया में तुम्हारे सिवा कोई और ऐसा नहीं है जो तुम्हें वैसे समझ सके जैसे मैं समझता हूँ।" मैंने आगे कुछ कहने का इंतज़ार किया। "बस? तुम इतना कहकर ही बात खत्म नहीं करोगे कि इसका क्या मतलब है?" उन हरी आँखों ने मुझे अपने मोह में जकड़ लिया। "मुझे नहीं लगता कि मुझे कुछ और समझाने की जरूरत है।"

Don't beat yourself up over what you could have or should have done. The past is gone. Move on to the future.

Don't beat yourself up over what you could have or should have done. The past is gone. Move on to the future.

उस पल धूप जितनी सुहानी लग रही थी, उतनी पहले कभी नहीं लगी थी।

Sunshine had never tasted so sweet as it did at that moment.

Sunshine had never tasted so sweet as it did at that moment.

उसकी उंगलियां मुझे हमेशा हैरान कर देती थीं। वे किसी आदमी की गर्दन मरोड़ सकती थीं, किसी घाव पर पट्टी बांध सकती थीं, और नग्न त्वचा पर बहुत ही सेंसुअल तरीके से फिसल सकती थीं।

His fingers never ceased to amaze me. They could break a man's neck, bandage a wound, and slide sensually across bare skin.

His fingers never ceased to amaze me. They could break a man's neck, bandage a wound, and slide sensually across bare skin.

जब मैं दोबारा उसके पास खड़ा हुआ तो उसने पूछा, "ये क्या हैं?" मैंने मुस्कुराते हुए कहा, " halos (देवदूतों वाले मुकुट)। हम जैसे आसमानी जीवों के लिए।" "यह कुछ ज़्यादा हो गया।

What's that?" he asked, when I stood beside him again. "Halos," I said with a grin. "For heavenly creatures like us." "That might be a stretch.

What's that?" he asked, when I stood beside him again. "Halos," I said with a grin. "For heavenly creatures like us." "That might be a stretch.

दिन 24। हालात बद से बदतर होते जा रहे हैं। मेरे कैदी बनाने वाले मुझे टॉर्चर करने के नए-नए और भयानक तरीके ढूंढ ही लेते हैं। काम के अलावा, एजेंट स्कारलेट का पूरा दिन ब्राइड्समेड की ड्रेसेज़ के कपड़े पसंद करने और अपने प्यार के किस्से सुनाने में बीतता है। इसकी वजह से एजेंट बोरिंग बोर्श को रूसी शादियों की वो बोरिंग कहानियाँ सुनाने का मौका मिल जाता है, जो उनकी आम कहानियों से भी ज्यादा उबाऊ होती हैं। भागने की मेरी सारी कोशिशें अब तक नाकामयाब रही हैं। ऊपर से, मेरी सिगरेट भी खत्म हो चुकी है। अगर आप कोई मदद या तंबाकू भेज सकें, तो आपकी बड़ी कृपा होगी। -कैदी 24601

He shook his head. “No. Because there's no one else out there who understands you like I do.” I waited for more. “That's it? You're not going to elaborate on what that means?” Those green eyes held me. “I don't think I need to.

He shook his head. “No. Because there's no one else out there who understands you like I do.” I waited for more. “That's it? You're not going to elaborate on what that means?” Those green eyes held me. “I don't think I need to.

हैथवे!" मैदान की तरफ से आते हुए स्टैन ने दहाड़ लगाई। "अच्छा हुआ तुम आ गई। अभी मैदान में जाओ! तुम भाग्यशाली हो कि तुम सबसे पहले आने वालों में से नहीं हो," उसने गुस्से से कहा। लोग तो इस बात पर शर्त लगा रहे थे कि तुम आओगी भी या नहीं।" "सच में?" मैंने खुशी से पूछा। "उस पर क्या भाव चल रहा है? क्योंकि मैं अभी भी अपना इरादा बदल सकती हूँ और खुद पर शर्त लगा सकती हूँ। थोड़े पैसे बन जाएँगे।"

Hathaway!" Stan barked, coming from the direction of the field. "Nice of you to join us. Get in there now! You're lucky you aren't one of the first ones, " he growled.People were even making bets about whether you'd show. " "Really?" I asked cheerfully. "What kind of odds are there on that? Because I can still change my mind and put down my own bet. Make a little pocket money.

Hathaway!" Stan barked, coming from the direction of the field. "Nice of you to join us. Get in there now! You're lucky you aren't one of the first ones, " he growled.People were even making bets about whether you'd show. " "Really?" I asked cheerfully. "What kind of odds are there on that? Because I can still change my mind and put down my own bet. Make a little pocket money.

सेज, क्या तुम लोगों के पास कोई यूनिफॉर्म नहीं होती? यह तो बिल्कुल वैसा ही लग रहा है जो तुम आम तौर पर पहनती हो।

Sage, aren't you guys supposed to have uniforms? This looks like what you usually wear.

Sage, aren't you guys supposed to have uniforms? This looks like what you usually wear.

दूसरे लोग मर चुके हैं इसलिए हम जीना थोड़ी छोड़ सकते हैं।

We can't stop living because other people are dead.

We can't stop living because other people are dead.

उन्हें ऐसा नहीं कहना चाहिए था," एड्रियन ने डरावनी सी संजीदगी से दोहराया। उसने अपना चेहरा मेरे करीब झुकाया। "मुझे फर्क नहीं पड़ता कि वो जज्बाती किस्म के इंसान नहीं हैं, या तारीफ करना नहीं जानते या जो भी हो। कोई भी इस ड्रेस में, आग और सोने जैसे इस लिबास में तुम्हें देखकर इतिहास या पुराने ज़माने की बातें नहीं कर सकता। अगर मैं उनकी जगह होता, तो कहता, 'तुम इस धरती पर चलने वाली सबसे खूबसूरत जीव हो।

Day 24. Situation is growing worse. My captors continue to find new and horrific ways to torture me. When not working, Agent Scarlet spends her days examining fabric swatches for bridesmaid dresses and going on about how in love she is. This usually causes Agent Boring Borscht to regale us with stories of Russian weddings that are even more boring than his usual ones. My attempts at escape have been thwarted thus far. Also, I am out of cigarettes. Any assistance or tobacco products you can send will be greatly appreciated. -Prisoner 24601

Day 24. Situation is growing worse. My captors continue to find new and horrific ways to torture me. When not working, Agent Scarlet spends her days examining fabric swatches for bridesmaid dresses and going on about how in love she is. This usually causes Agent Boring Borscht to regale us with stories of Russian weddings that are even more boring than his usual ones. My attempts at escape have been thwarted thus far. Also, I am out of cigarettes. Any assistance or tobacco products you can send will be greatly appreciated. -Prisoner 24601

तातियाना ने कहा, "मुझे विश्वास नहीं हो रहा है कि तुम यहाँ सारा दिन रहे और मुझसे मिलने तक नहीं आए।" एड्रियन ने उससे कहा, "अरे, मैंने सोचा कि मुझसे मिलने से ज्यादा ज़रूरी काम तुम्हारे पास होंगे। इसके अलावा, मैंने सिगरेट छोड़ दी है, इसलिए अब हम सिंहासन कक्ष के पीछे छिपकर सिगरेट पीने नहीं जा सकत।" नाथन ने एकदम लाल होते हुए डाँटा, "एड्रियन!" तभी मुझे खयाल आया कि मैं इस बात पर एक ड्रिंकिंग गेम खेल सकती थी कि उसने अपने बेटे का नाम कितनी बार नाखुशी से पुकारा।

I can't believe you've been here all day and didn't come visit. ", Tatiana said. "Aw, I figured you had more important things to do than see me, " Adrian told her. "Besides, I quit smoking, so now we won't be able to go sneak cigarettes out behind the throne room together. " "Adrian!" chastised Nathan, turning bright red. It occurred to me then that I could have based a drinking game around how many times he exclaimed his son's name disapprovingly.

I can't believe you've been here all day and didn't come visit. ", Tatiana said. "Aw, I figured you had more important things to do than see me, " Adrian told her. "Besides, I quit smoking, so now we won't be able to go sneak cigarettes out behind the throne room together. " "Adrian!" chastised Nathan, turning bright red. It occurred to me then that I could have based a drinking game around how many times he exclaimed his son's name disapprovingly.

सिडनी: मुझे लैटिन भाषा अच्छी लगती है। यह मज़ेदार है। एडी: मुझे यकीन ही नहीं हो रहा कि तुम्हें लगता है कि हम अजीब हैं।

Sydney: I like Latin. It's fun. Eddie: I can't believe you think we're the strange ones.

Sydney: I like Latin. It's fun. Eddie: I can't believe you think we're the strange ones.

एक कहावत है कि 'अहंकार ही पतन का कारण बनता है' और इसके पीछे एक वजह है।

There's a reason they say,"Pride goeth before a fall.

There's a reason they say,"Pride goeth before a fall.

एड्रियन ने एक मार्टिनी का ऑर्डर दिया, जिसे देखकर उसके पिता और मैंने उसे घूरकर देखा। नेथन ने कहा, "अभी दोपहर भी ठीक से नहीं हुई है।" एड्रियन बोला, "मुझे मालूम है। मुझे खुद हैरानी है कि मैं इतनी देर तक कैसे रुका रहा।"

He shouldn't have said that," repeated Adrian, eerily serious. He leaned his face toward mine. "I don't care if he's not the emotional type or the complimentary type or what. No one can look at you in this dress, in all that fire and gold, and start talking about anachronisms. If I were him, I would have said, 'You are the most beautiful creature I have ever seen walking this earth.

He shouldn't have said that," repeated Adrian, eerily serious. He leaned his face toward mine. "I don't care if he's not the emotional type or the complimentary type or what. No one can look at you in this dress, in all that fire and gold, and start talking about anachronisms. If I were him, I would have said, 'You are the most beautiful creature I have ever seen walking this earth.

अजीब बात थी कि वह राज्याभिषेक तातियाना के अंतिम संस्कार का जैसे उल्टा रूप था। वह पुरानी कहावत क्या थी? रानी मर चुकी है। रानी अमर रहे।

Eerily, the coronation was kind of a reverse of Tatianaʹs funeral. What was the old saying? The queen is dead. Long live the queen

Eerily, the coronation was kind of a reverse of Tatianaʹs funeral. What was the old saying? The queen is dead. Long live the queen

मैंने सोचा था कि एल्केमिस्ट लोग शराब से वैसे ही दूर रहते हैं जैसे वे चटक और प्राथमिक रंगों से दूर रहते हैं।

I thought Alchemists avoided alcohol the same way they do primary colors.

I thought Alchemists avoided alcohol the same way they do primary colors.

जो लोग यह सवाल पूछते हैं कि क्या आस्था सच है, वे एक ऐसी बहस छेड़ रहे हैं जिसके लिए शायद वे तैयार न हों।

Those who have to ask if faith is true are opening up a discussion they may not be ready for.

Those who have to ask if faith is true are opening up a discussion they may not be ready for.

तुम अपने पिता से मिलने के लिए शराब पीना छोड़ दोगे?" "अरे, हमेशा के लिए नहीं," उसने कहा। "वो तो बेवकूफी होगी। हाँ, कुछ वक्त के लिए शायद मैं किसी सस्ती चीज़ पर शिफ्ट हो सकता हूँ। जैसे... स्लश। जानते हो मुझे वो कितने पसंद हैं? खासकर चेरी वाले।"

Adrian ordered a martini, earning disapproving looks from his father and me. "It's barely noon," said Nathan. "I know," said Adrian. "I'm surprised I held out that long too.

Adrian ordered a martini, earning disapproving looks from his father and me. "It's barely noon," said Nathan. "I know," said Adrian. "I'm surprised I held out that long too.

रोज़: "मैं डॉर्म की सुरक्षा परख रही थी। यह बहुत घटिया है।" दिमित्री: "तुम्हें बहुत ठंड लग रही होगी। क्या तुम्हें मेरा कोट चाहिए?" रोज़: "मैं ठीक हूँ। तुम यहाँ बाहर क्या कर रहे हो? क्या तुम भी सुरक्षा परख रहे हो?" दिमित्री: "सुरक्षा मैं ही हूँ। यह मेरी पहरेदारी का समय है।" रोज़: "अच्छा, बढ़िया काम है। मुझे खुशी है कि मैं तुम्हारे शानदार हुनर को परखने में मदद कर सकी।" - रोज़ हैथवे और दिमित्री बेलिकोव (शADOW KISS)

Rose: "I was testing dorm security. It sucks." Dimitri: "You must be freezing. Do you want my coat?" Rose: "I'm fine. What are you doing out here? Are you testing security too?" Dimitri: "I am security. This is my watch." Rose: "Well, good work. I'm glad I was able to help test your awesome skills." - Rose Hathaway and Dimitri Belikov (Shadow Kiss)

Rose: "I was testing dorm security. It sucks." Dimitri: "You must be freezing. Do you want my coat?" Rose: "I'm fine. What are you doing out here? Are you testing security too?" Dimitri: "I am security. This is my watch." Rose: "Well, good work. I'm glad I was able to help test your awesome skills." - Rose Hathaway and Dimitri Belikov (Shadow Kiss)

मैंने कभी नहीं सोचा था कि मेरा सबसे बड़ा चीयरलीडर वह इंसान बनेगा जो मुझे दुष्ट और कुदरत के खिलाफ समझता था।

Never thought my biggest cheerleader would be someone who thought I was evil and unnatural.

Never thought my biggest cheerleader would be someone who thought I was evil and unnatural.

और कुछ समय बाद... मेरा मतलब है आप चुनते कैसे हैं? किसे जीने का हक मिलना चाहिए? ज़िंदगी का एक सच यह भी है कि... खैर, कुछ लोगों को तो मरना ही पड़ता है।

And after a while...I mean how do you choose? Who gets to live? Part of life is that...well, some people have to die.

And after a while...I mean how do you choose? Who gets to live? Part of life is that...well, some people have to die.

सच में, सेज? कोई डेट?" मैंने ठंडी साँस भरी। "हाँ, एड्रियन, एक डेट।" उसने आगे जोड़ा, "कोई असली डेट। ऐसा नहीं कि साथ बैठकर होमवर्क कर रहे हों। मेरा मतलब है, जहाँ तुम फिल्म देखने जाओ या ऐसा कुछ। और वो फिल्म स्कूल के किसी प्रोजेक्ट का हिस्सा न हो। या किसी उबाऊ विषय पर न हो।" "हाँ, एक असली डेट।

You'd give up drinking to go see your dad?" "Well, not permanently," he said. "That'd be ridiculous. But maybe I could switch to something slightly cheaper for a while. Like...slushes. Do you know how much I love those? Cherry, especially.

You'd give up drinking to go see your dad?" "Well, not permanently," he said. "That'd be ridiculous. But maybe I could switch to something slightly cheaper for a while. Like...slushes. Do you know how much I love those? Cherry, especially.

मुझे यह भी लगता है कि तुम्हारी माँ मुझसे बहुत ही अप्रिय बातचीत करने वाली हैं।" - दिमित्री

I also have a feeling your mother’s going to have a very ugly conversation with me." – Dimitri

I also have a feeling your mother’s going to have a very ugly conversation with me." – Dimitri

तुम एक बेहद घटिया झूठी हो, सेज, लेकिन फिर भी मुझे इस बात से बहुत खूशी हुई कि तुमने मेरे लिए यह कोशिश की। पूरी कोशिश के लिए पूरे नंबर।

You’re a terrible liar, Sage, but I’m still touched you’d attempt it for my sake. A for effort.

You’re a terrible liar, Sage, but I’m still touched you’d attempt it for my sake. A for effort.

वह देखता रहा जब मैंने एक जूता पहना। "तुम्हारा कोई फरिश्ता है जो तुम्हारी रक्षा करता है।" मैंने उससे कहा, "मैं फरिश्तों में विश्वास नहीं करती। मैं अपने दम पर जो कर सकती हूँ, उस पर भरोसा करती हूँ।" "अच्छा तो फिर, तुम्हारा शरीर कमाल का है।" मैंने सवाल भरी नज़रों से उसकी तरफ देखा। "मेरा मतलब है, ठीक होने के मामले में। मैंने उस हादसे के बारे में सुना था।"

He watched as I slipped one of the shoes on. "You have a guardian angel." "I don't believe in angels," I told him. "I believe in what I can do for myself." Well then, you have an amazing body." I glanced up at him with a questioning look. "For healing, I mean. I heard about the accident.

He watched as I slipped one of the shoes on. "You have a guardian angel." "I don't believe in angels," I told him. "I believe in what I can do for myself." Well then, you have an amazing body." I glanced up at him with a questioning look. "For healing, I mean. I heard about the accident.

मुझे यह साफ करने की जरूरत महसूस हुई कि हम वहाँ आत्मरक्षा की क्लास के लिए आए थे, कहीं वो हमें कुत्ता पालने या समंदर में जहाज चलाने की ट्रेनिंग न देने लगें।

Really, Sage? A date?” I sighed. “Yes, Adrian. A date.” “A real date. Not, like, doing homework together,” he added. “I mean like where you go out to a movie or something. And a movie that’s not part of a school assignment. Or about something boring.” “A real date.

Really, Sage? A date?” I sighed. “Yes, Adrian. A date.” “A real date. Not, like, doing homework together,” he added. “I mean like where you go out to a movie or something. And a movie that’s not part of a school assignment. Or about something boring.” “A real date.

वह समझ नहीं पाई कि किसी ऐसे प्यार से भर जाना कैसा होता है जो इतना गहरा हो कि सीने में टीस उठने लगे—एक ऐसा प्यार जिसे आप सिर्फ महसूस कर सकते हैं, बयां नहीं कर सकते। मैंने यह सीख लिया था कि प्यार को दिल में दबाकर रखना, गुस्से को अंदर घोंटने जैसा ही होता है। यह आपको अंदर ही अंदर इतना कुढ़Tता है कि आप चिल्लाना चाहते हैं या किसी चीज़ पर लात मारना चाहते हैं।

‎She didn't understand what it was like to be filled with a love so strong that it made your chest ache—a love you could only feel and not express. Keeping love buried was a lot like keeping anger pent up, I'd learned. It just ate you up inside until you wanted to scream or kick something.

‎She didn't understand what it was like to be filled with a love so strong that it made your chest ache—a love you could only feel and not express. Keeping love buried was a lot like keeping anger pent up, I'd learned. It just ate you up inside until you wanted to scream or kick something.

तुम एक बहुत सुलझी हुई इंसान हो, सेज। देखने में अच्छी हो, भले ही थोड़ी दुबली-पतली हो, और बेकार की जानकारी को याद रखने की तुम्हारी खूबी किसी न किसी लड़के को अपना दीवाना ज़रूर बना लेगी।

You’re a solid person, Sage. You’re easy on the eyes, if a little skinny, and your ability to memorize useless information is going to totally hook in some guy.

You’re a solid person, Sage. You’re easy on the eyes, if a little skinny, and your ability to memorize useless information is going to totally hook in some guy.

उसने मज़ाक में कहा, "क्या अच्छे बर्ताव के लिए कभी सजा कम हो सकती है?" जब मैंने अपनी सीट संभाली, तो मैंने उसे एक ऐसी मुस्कान दी जो मेरी उम्मीद के मुताबिक काफी आकर्षक थी। मैंने कंधे के ऊपर से कहा, "बिल्कुल, अगर मैं कभी अच्छी थी।"

Can you ever get off for good behavior?" he joked. I gave him what I hoped was a seductive smile as I found my seat. "Sure," I called over my shoulder. "If I was ever good.

Can you ever get off for good behavior?" he joked. I gave him what I hoped was a seductive smile as I found my seat. "Sure," I called over my shoulder. "If I was ever good.

तुम नहीं कर सकती," मैंने बड़ी मुश्किल से अपने आँसुओं को रोकते हुए फुसफुसाया। "तुम हर बार मुझे बचा नहीं सकती, और न ही अब इसकी कोशिश कर सकती हो। बहुत देर हो चुकी है।" "नहीं," उसने कहा। उसकी आँखें उसका दिल बयां कर रही थीं, और उसका यूं देखना मेरा दिल चीर रहा था। "तुम्हारे लिए कभी नहीं। कभी भी नहीं।"

I felt the need to clarify we were there for the self defense class, in case he also taught about dog breeding or riding the high seas.

I felt the need to clarify we were there for the self defense class, in case he also taught about dog breeding or riding the high seas.

हमें बहुत सी पेचीदगियों से जूझना पड़ा है। हम अब भी उनसे जूझ रहे हैं। और हम कर भी क्या सकते हैं? कुछ नहीं—खैर, जब तक कि हम आपकी तरफ का नज़रिया न अपना लें और शैतान के साथ सौदा न कर लें। लेकिन क्यों? हम भगवान के साथ सौदा क्यों नहीं कर सकते? लोग हर समय ऐसा करते हैं। 'भगवान, अगर आप मेरे लिए यह कर देंगे, तो मैं अच्छा बनने का वादा करता हूँ।' इस तरह की बातें। हाँ, लेकिन मुझे तुम्हारी तरह कोई अनुबंध नहीं दिखाई देता। इस बात का कोई ठोस सबूत नहीं है कि यह काम करता है। ऐसा क्यों है कि हम अपनी मनचाही चीज़ें सिर्फ बुरे बनकर ही पा सकते हैं? हम अच्छे बनकर उन्हें क्यों नहीं पा सकते?

We've had to deal with so many complications. We're still dealing with them. And what can we do? Nothing - well, unless we take your side's point of view and make deals with the devil. But why? Why can't we make deals with God? People do all the time. 'God, if you do this for me, I promise to be good.' Stuff like that. Yeah, but I don't see any contracts like you guys have. No hard evidence that it works. How come we can only get things we want by being bad? Why can't we get them by being good?

We've had to deal with so many complications. We're still dealing with them. And what can we do? Nothing - well, unless we take your side's point of view and make deals with the devil. But why? Why can't we make deals with God? People do all the time. 'God, if you do this for me, I promise to be good.' Stuff like that. Yeah, but I don't see any contracts like you guys have. No hard evidence that it works. How come we can only get things we want by being bad? Why can't we get them by being good?

..सेज को पूरा यकीन है कि एक भी फालतू कैलोरी उसे 'सुपर स्किनी' से सीधे 'सामान्य स्किनी' बना देगी। बड़ी त्रासदी है।

..Sage is convinced one extraneous calorie will make her go from super skinny to just regular skinny. Tragedy.

..Sage is convinced one extraneous calorie will make her go from super skinny to just regular skinny. Tragedy.

मैंने धीमी आवाज़ में उससे कहा, "भाड़ में जाओ।" "क्या तुम खुद ऐसा ऑफर कर रही हो?" "जितना मैंने सुना है, वहाँ कुछ खास करने को है नहीं," मैंने तुरंत पलटवार किया।

Screw you," I told him in a low voice. "Are you offering?” "From what I've heard, there isn't much to screw," I shot back.

Screw you," I told him in a low voice. "Are you offering?” "From what I've heard, there isn't much to screw," I shot back.

जॉर्जिया," उसने मुझे अपनी बाहों में कसते हुए फुसफुसाया। "तुम ही मेरी पूरी दुनिया हो।"

You can't," I murmured, swallowing the tears back with great effort. "You can't keep saving me, can't keep trying to. It's too late." "No," he said. His heart was in his eyes, and it was ripping mine apart. "Not for you. Never.

You can't," I murmured, swallowing the tears back with great effort. "You can't keep saving me, can't keep trying to. It's too late." "No," he said. His heart was in his eyes, and it was ripping mine apart. "Not for you. Never.

मैं इस स्थिति से बचने में बेहतर हो रही हूँ, लेकिन जब कोई बात मुझे भड़का देती है, तो मैं पहले मुक्का मारती हूँ और बाद में पता लगाती हूँ कि मैंने असल में किसे मारा है।

I'm getting better at avoiding this, but when something sets me off, I tend to punch first and then find out who I actually his later.

I'm getting better at avoiding this, but when something sets me off, I tend to punch first and then find out who I actually his later.

तुम पढ़ाई को बहुत मज़ेदार बना देती हो। किसी बच्चों की किताब या स्कूल के बाद आने वाले किसी स्पेशल शो की तरह। मुझे अपने... उम्म, एथेन्स की महिलाओं के बारे में कुछ बताओ।

You make learning fun. Like a children’s book or after school special. Tell me about your…um, Athenian women.

You make learning fun. Like a children’s book or after school special. Tell me about your…um, Athenian women.

मैं उसके इस खुद को नुकसान पहुँचाने वाले तरीके को बिल्कुल नहीं समझ पा रही थी। हादसे के बाद से वह बीच-बीच में ऐसा करती रहती थी और हर बार यह मुझे डरा देता था। वह मुझे समझाने की कोशिश करती थी कि वह मरना नहीं चाहती—बस उसे किसी तरह अपने अंदर का गुबार बाहर निकालना था। वह अंदर से इतनी गहरी भावनाएँ महसूस करती थी कि शारीरिक दर्द ही उसके लिए आंतरिक दर्द से छुटकारा पाने का एकमात्र जरिया था। भावनाओं पर काबू पाने का यही उसका इकलौता तरीका था।

I didn’t get her cutting at all. She’d done it sporadically, ever since the accident and it scared me each time. She'd try to explain it to me, how she didn't want to die—she just needed to get it out somehow. She felt so much emotionally, she would say, that a physical outlet—physical pain—was the only way to make the internal pain go away. It was the only way she could control it.

I didn’t get her cutting at all. She’d done it sporadically, ever since the accident and it scared me each time. She'd try to explain it to me, how she didn't want to die—she just needed to get it out somehow. She felt so much emotionally, she would say, that a physical outlet—physical pain—was the only way to make the internal pain go away. It was the only way she could control it.

सिडनी, इस तरह की शर्ट साफ कह देती है कि 'यहाँ तुम्हारी कोई दाल नहीं गलने वाली।

Georgina," He murmured, pulling me closer. "You are the world.

Georgina," He murmured, pulling me closer. "You are the world.

क्या चल रहा है?" मैंने बिस्तर पर बैठकर स्कोन का आखिरी टुकड़ा खाया। उसने शरारत से कहा, "बुरी चीजें। तुम्हें यह पसंद आएगा।

What's going on?" I sat down on the bed and finished the last of the scone. "Bad things," she said mischievously. "You'll approve.

What's going on?" I sat down on the bed and finished the last of the scone. "Bad things," she said mischievously. "You'll approve.

एड्रियान: मैं वेश्याओं को बहुत महत्वपूर्ण मानता हूँ। नेथन इवाश्कोव: वाह। यह देखकर कितना सुकून मिलता है कि हालात बिल्कुल नहीं बदले हैं।

Adrian: I find prostitutes vastly important. Nathan Ivashkov: Well. How refreshing to see that things haven’t changed.

Adrian: I find prostitutes vastly important. Nathan Ivashkov: Well. How refreshing to see that things haven’t changed.

एक गहरी साँस लेते हुए, मैंने अपनी ज़िंदगी के सबसे कठिन फैसलों में से एक लिया। मैं वहाँ से दूर चली गई।

Taking a deep breathe, I made one of the hardest decisions of my life. I walked away.

Taking a deep breathe, I made one of the hardest decisions of my life. I walked away.

चलो, तो फिर मुझे लगता है कि मैं दो हफ्ते इंतज़ार कर सकता हूँ।" "किसके लिए?" "उसे डेट के लिए पूछने के लिए।"

Sydney, this is the kind of shirt that says, ‘You’re never getting in here.

Sydney, this is the kind of shirt that says, ‘You’re never getting in here.

जब मैं वोदका के नशे में चक्कर खा रही होती थी, तब भी उसकी वह मुस्कान मेरे दिल की धड़कनें तेज कर देती थी।

Even when I was dizzy with vodka, that smile never failed to make my heart speed up.

Even when I was dizzy with vodka, that smile never failed to make my heart speed up.

आधी दुनिया उसकी निंदा करती है और उसे उसके पिता की तरह नाकारा मानकर खारिज कर देती है। बाकी आधी दुनिया बस कंधे उचकाकर उसे छूट दे देती है और कहती है, ‘खैर, वो तो एड्रियान ही है।’

Half condemn him and write him off as useless like him dad. The other half just shrug and indulge him and say, ‘Well, that’s Adrian.

Half condemn him and write him off as useless like him dad. The other half just shrug and indulge him and say, ‘Well, that’s Adrian.

तुम्हें उसकी रक्षा करनी होगी। वह जितनी इस ताकत का इस्तेमाल करेगी, स्थिति उतनी ही बदतर होती जाएगी। रोस, उसे रोको। इससे पहले कि वे लोग ध्यान दें, इससे पहले कि वे उसे भी पहचान लें और अपने साथ ले जाएं, उसे रोको। उसे यहाँ से बाहर निकालो।" [...] "उसे इस ताकत का इस्तेमाल मत करने दो!... उसे बचाओ। उसे खुद से बचाओ!"

You have to protect her. The more she uses it, the worse it'll get. Stop her, Rose. Stop her before they notice, before they notice and take her away too. Get her out of here." [...] "Don't let her use the power!. . .Save her. Save her from herself!

You have to protect her. The more she uses it, the worse it'll get. Stop her, Rose. Stop her before they notice, before they notice and take her away too. Get her out of here." [...] "Don't let her use the power!. . .Save her. Save her from herself!

वह सन्न रह गया, और एक पल के लिए हम दोनों जैसे वक्त के पहिए में कैद होकर रह गए। मुझे अपनी त्वचा पर उसकी शर्ट के रेशम का अहसास हो रहा था और उसके जिस्म की गर्माहट महसूस हो रही थी। उसके महंगे परफ्यूम की भीनी-भीनी खुशबू मेरे चारों तरफ तैर रही थी। गनीमत थी कि सिगरेट के धुएँ की गंध नहीं थी। मैंने हमेशा उससे कहा था कि उसका परफ्यूम उसकी कीमत के लायक बिल्कुल नहीं है, लेकिन अचानक मुझे अपने इस फैसले पर दोबारा सोचना पड़ा। वह वाकई कमाल की खुशबू थी।

Well, I guess I can wait two weeks then." "for what?" "to ask her out

Well, I guess I can wait two weeks then." "for what?" "to ask her out

सेथ और मेरा दो बार ब्रेकअप हो चुका था और हालांकि मैं आमतौर पर यह मान लेती थी कि वह आगे बढ़ चुका है, लेकिन मैं जानती थी कि मैं उससे हमेशा प्यार करती रहूंगी। मेरे लिए, हमेशा शब्द एक गंभीर मामला था - जॉर्जीना के बारे में

Seth and I had broken up twice and while I usually accepted that he had moved on, I knew that I would love him forever. For me, forever was a serious matter" - Georgina about

Seth and I had broken up twice and while I usually accepted that he had moved on, I knew that I would love him forever. For me, forever was a serious matter" - Georgina about

सिडनी: एड्रियन, मैं बहुत कुछ कर सकती हूँ। और—अपने मुँह मियाँ मिट्ठू बनने के जोखिम के बावजूद—मेरा मतलब है, मैं ऐसी कई कमाल की चीजें कर सकती हूँ जो ज्यादातर लोग नहीं कर पाते।" एड्रियन: "यह तो मुझे पता ही है। तुम यूनानी बोलते हुए दस मिनट में टायर बदल सकती हो।" सिडनी: "पाँच मिनट।

Sydney: I can do a lot of things, Adrian. And—at the risk of sounding egotistical —I mean, well, I can do a lot of pretty awesome things that most people can’t." Adrian: “Don’t I know it. You can change a tire in ten minutes while speaking Greek.” Sydney: “Five minutes.

Sydney: I can do a lot of things, Adrian. And—at the risk of sounding egotistical —I mean, well, I can do a lot of pretty awesome things that most people can’t." Adrian: “Don’t I know it. You can change a tire in ten minutes while speaking Greek.” Sydney: “Five minutes.

वो कौन है? बस एक और इवाशकोव। ऐसे हज़ारों हैं। शायद इसलिए क्योंकि एड्रियन जैसे लड़कों को सब पसंद करते हैं और उनके कई अवैध बच्चे होते हैं।" "एड्रियन का कोई बच्चा नहीं है।" "जितना हमें पता है।"

Who’s she? Just another Ivashkov. There are tons of them. Probably because all the guys like Adrian and have all sorts of illegitimate children." "Adrian doesn’t have any children." "That we know of.

Who’s she? Just another Ivashkov. There are tons of them. Probably because all the guys like Adrian and have all sorts of illegitimate children." "Adrian doesn’t have any children." "That we know of.

बिल्कुल। क्योंकि हैलोवीन डांस से बड़ा प्यार और कमिटमेंट का सुबूत भला क्या हो सकता है

He froze, and for one moment, we stood locked in time. I could feel the silk of his shirt against my skin and the warmth of his body. The lingering scent of the overpriced cologne he wore floated around me. No smoke for a change. I’d always told him the cologne couldn’t be worth what he spent, but suddenly, I reconsidered. It was amazing.

He froze, and for one moment, we stood locked in time. I could feel the silk of his shirt against my skin and the warmth of his body. The lingering scent of the overpriced cologne he wore floated around me. No smoke for a change. I’d always told him the cologne couldn’t be worth what he spent, but suddenly, I reconsidered. It was amazing.

मेरी प्रेरणा एक ऐसी अहसानफ़रामोश वेश्या है जिसने मुझे अपने खुद के प्लॉट खुद सोचने के लिए छोड़ दिया है।

My muse is an ungrateful harlot who’s abandoned me to actually come up with my own plots.

My muse is an ungrateful harlot who’s abandoned me to actually come up with my own plots.

क्या तुम इंसानों की किसी प्रजाति के म्यूटेंट हो? जैसे आग पर काबू पाने वाले? और मैं 'म्यूटेंट' शब्द का इस्तेमाल तारीफ के तौर पर कर रही हूँ, समझो। मैं तुम्हें कमतर नहीं समझ रही हूँ।

Are you some kind of mutant human? Like a fire user? And I use mutant as a compliment, you know. I wouldn’t think less of you.

Are you some kind of mutant human? Like a fire user? And I use mutant as a compliment, you know. I wouldn’t think less of you.

लेकिन मुझे दूसरी कहानी के बारे में नहीं पता था।" "कौन सी दूसरी कहानी?" "यही कि तुम्हारे और एड्रियन इवाशकोव के बीच—" "नहीं, तुमने जो कुछ भी सुना है वह सच नहीं है।" "लेकिन यह तो बहुत रोमांटिक था।" "तो फिर यह पक्का है कि सच नहीं है।"

But I didn't know about the other story." "What other story?” "About how you and Adrian Ivashkov are—" "No, whatever you heard it’s not true." "But it was really romantic" "Then it’s definitely not true.

But I didn't know about the other story." "What other story?” "About how you and Adrian Ivashkov are—" "No, whatever you heard it’s not true." "But it was really romantic" "Then it’s definitely not true.

बbilkul. Halloween dance se zyada commitment ka aur koi bada saboot ho bhi nahi sakta yaar.

Right. Because there’s no bigger sign of commitment than a Halloween dance

Right. Because there’s no bigger sign of commitment than a Halloween dance

मेरे लिए कोई शादी नहीं होगी। कोई दुल्हन वाली उम्मीदें नहीं। सेथ के साथ नहीं, किसी के भी साथ नहीं। वे चीजें हमेशा के लिए मुझसे छिन चुकी थीं। बस हमेशा के लिए अकेलापन था, जीवन भर का कोई प्रेमी नहीं, सिर्फ वे लोग जिनके साथ मैंने एक रात बिताई थी... - जॉर्जीना

There would be no wedding for me. No bridal hopes. Not with Seth, not with anyone. Those things were lost to me forever. There was only an eternity alone, no lifelong lovers, only those I shared a night with…. - Georgina

There would be no wedding for me. No bridal hopes. Not with Seth, not with anyone. Those things were lost to me forever. There was only an eternity alone, no lifelong lovers, only those I shared a night with…. - Georgina

मैंने उसे देख लिया क्योंकि मेरी हर चीज पर नजर रहती है। जब कोई आप पर ध्यान न दे, तो यह सब बहुत आसान हो जाता है।

I saw him because I see everything. Easy when no one notices you.

I saw him because I see everything. Easy when no one notices you.

और मुझे लगता था कि मेरी इस पूरी पढ़ाई का मकसद ही यही है कि हिंसा ही हर समस्या का समाधान है।

And I thought the whole point of my education was that violence IS the answer.

And I thought the whole point of my education was that violence IS the answer.

एडी भी पूरी शिद्दत से लगा हुआ था। एड्रियन कभी-कभी उसे मिनी-दिमित्री कहकर चिढ़ाता था।

Eddie was intensely dedicated too. Adrian sometimes called him mini-Dimitri

Eddie was intensely dedicated too. Adrian sometimes called him mini-Dimitri

असली दुनिया में प्यार आमतौर पर उस तरह से काम नहीं करता जैसा कहानियाँ हमें सोचने पर मजबूर करती हैं। हमें हमेशा परियों की कहानियों जैसे अंत नहीं मिलते। लोग अलग हो जाते हैं और आगे बढ़ जाते हैं। सिर्फ इसलिए कि आप किसी से प्यार करते हैं, इसका मतलब यह नहीं है कि आप किसी और से प्यार नहीं कर सकते।" - जॉर्जीना, ब्रांडी से

Love in the real world doesn’t usually work out the way stories make us think it should. We don’t always get fairy-tale endings. People split up and move on. Just because you love someone doesn’t mean you can’t love someone else.” - Georgina to Brandy

Love in the real world doesn’t usually work out the way stories make us think it should. We don’t always get fairy-tale endings. People split up and move on. Just because you love someone doesn’t mean you can’t love someone else.” - Georgina to Brandy

सिडनी: क्या तुम्हारे साथ कभी ऐसा हुआ है? जो चीज तुम्हें मिल न सके, तुम उसे और ज्यादा चाहने लगते हो।" एड्रियन: "हाँ। ऐसा अक्सर होता है।

Sydney: Ever had that happen? Once you can’t have something, you want it that much more.” Adrian: “Yes. It happens all the time.

Sydney: Ever had that happen? Once you can’t have something, you want it that much more.” Adrian: “Yes. It happens all the time.

तुम अपनी ज़िम्मेदारियों को अपनी उम्र से दोगुनी उम्र के गार्डियन्स से बेहतर समझती हो। सफल होने के लिए तुम्हें जो करना पड़ेगा, तुम करोगी।

You understand your responsibilities better than guardians twice your age. You'll do what you have to do to succeed.

You understand your responsibilities better than guardians twice your age. You'll do what you have to do to succeed.

मुझे तो ये किसी ऐसी शर्ट की तरह लगता है जिसपर लिखा हो, ‘मुझे ये डेट जल्दी खत्म करनी होगी क्योंकि मुझे जाकर अपनी पावरपॉइंट प्रेजेंटेशन तैयार करनी है।’

I think it’s more like a shirt that says, ‘I’m going to have to end this date early so I can go prepare my Power Point presentation

I think it’s more like a shirt that says, ‘I’m going to have to end this date early so I can go prepare my Power Point presentation

इस सारे समय... जब से मैंने अपनी आत्मा बेची है, मैं इस विचार से चिपकी हुई हूँ कि बाहर कुछ शुद्ध और पवित्र है। कि कुछ ऐसा है जो मुझे यह उम्मीद दे सके कि भले ही मैं एक भूली-बिसरी कहानी हूँ, कम से कम दुनिया में कुछ तो चमकीला और अच्छा है। लेकिन ऐसा कुछ नहीं है। अगर होता, तो सेथ का पतन न होता। एरिक की मौत न होती। एंड्रिया मोर्टेनसेन मर नहीं रही होती।" -जॉर्जीना, कार्टर से

All this time…ever since I sold my soul, I’ve been clinging to this idea that there is something pure and decent out there. That there was something to give me hope that even if I was a lost cause, at least there was something bright and good in the world. But there isn’t. If there was, Seth wouldn’t have fallen. Erik wouldn’t have died. Andrea Mortensen wouldn’t be dying.” -Georgina to Carter

All this time…ever since I sold my soul, I’ve been clinging to this idea that there is something pure and decent out there. That there was something to give me hope that even if I was a lost cause, at least there was something bright and good in the world. But there isn’t. If there was, Seth wouldn’t have fallen. Erik wouldn’t have died. Andrea Mortensen wouldn’t be dying.” -Georgina to Carter

हमारे होंट भूखों की तरह एक-दूसरे से मिले, और उसके कलात्मक हाथों ने मेरी कमर को कसकर थाम लिया। तभी मेरे पर्सनल फोन की अचानक बजी घंटी ने मुझे उस किस से बाहर खींच लिया। "रहने दो," एड्रियन ने अपनी उनींदी और सुलगती आँखों से साँसें रोकते हुए कहा। "अगर स्कूल में कोई इमरजेंसी हुई तो?" मैंने पूछा। "क्या हो अगर एंजेलिन ने 'गलती से' कैंपस की कोई बस चुराकर लाइब्रेरी में घुसा दी?" "वह ऐसा क्यों करेगी?" "क्या तुम्हें लगता है कि वह ऐसा नहीं कर सकती?" उसने गहरी साँस ली। "जाओ, देख कर आओ।"

Our lips met hungrily, and his clever artistic hands wrapped around my hips. A sudden buzz from my regular cell phone startled me from the kissing. "Don't," said Adrian, his eyes ablaze and breathing ragged. "What if there's a crisis at school?" I asked. "What if Angeline 'accidentally' stole one of the campus buses and drove it into the library?" "Why would she do that?" "Are you saying she wouldn't?" He sighed. "Go check it.

Our lips met hungrily, and his clever artistic hands wrapped around my hips. A sudden buzz from my regular cell phone startled me from the kissing. "Don't," said Adrian, his eyes ablaze and breathing ragged. "What if there's a crisis at school?" I asked. "What if Angeline 'accidentally' stole one of the campus buses and drove it into the library?" "Why would she do that?" "Are you saying she wouldn't?" He sighed. "Go check it.

मुझे नहीं लगता था कि मेरा दिन इससे भी ज्यादा बुरा हो सकता है, जब तक कि मेरी सबसे अच्छी दोस्त ने मुझसे यह नहीं कहा कि शायद वह पागल हो रही है। दोबारा।

I didn't think my day could get any worse until my best friend told me she might be going crazy. Again.

I didn't think my day could get any worse until my best friend told me she might be going crazy. Again.

हे भगवान। आख़िर क्यों, मुझे ही ये मनहूस ख़बर लानी पड़ी? मैं अपनी कमरे में या लाइब्रेरी में बैठकर होमवर्क जैसी कोई मज़ेदार चीज़ क्यों नहीं कर रही थी?

Oh God. Why, oh why, did I have to be the one to deliver this news? Why couldn’t I be locked away in my room or the library doing something enjoyable, like homework?

Oh God. Why, oh why, did I have to be the one to deliver this news? Why couldn’t I be locked away in my room or the library doing something enjoyable, like homework?

एड्रियन इवाश्कोव: "रोज़ हैथवे, मैं तुम्हें दोबारा देखने का इंतज़ार नहीं कर सकता। अगर तुम थकी और नाराज़ होने पर इतनी आकर्षक हो और चोट लगने और स्की के कपड़ों में इतनी खूबसूरत हो, तो अपने सबसे बेहतरीन रूप में तो तुम कयामत ढाती होगी।" रोज़ हैथवे: "अगर 'कयामत ढोने' से तुम्हारा मतलब यह है कि तुम्हें अपनी जान का डर होना चाहिए, तो हाँ। तुम सही हो।"

Adrian Ivashkov: "Rose Hathaway, I can't wait to see you again. If you're this charming while tired and annoyed and this gorgeous while bruised and in ski clothes, you must be devastating at your peak." Rose Hathaway: "If by 'devastating' you mean that you should fear for your life, then yeah. You're right.

Adrian Ivashkov: "Rose Hathaway, I can't wait to see you again. If you're this charming while tired and annoyed and this gorgeous while bruised and in ski clothes, you must be devastating at your peak." Rose Hathaway: "If by 'devastating' you mean that you should fear for your life, then yeah. You're right.

तभी मुझे अहसास हुआ कि हमारा रिश्ता कितना गहरा है, हम एक-दूसरे को कितनी अच्छी तरह समझते हैं। पहले मैं सोलमेट यानी जन्म-जन्मांतर के साथियों वाली बात पर ज्यादा यकीन नहीं करती थी, लेकिन उस पल मुझे सच का अहसास हो गया। और हमारे इस जज़्बाती रिश्ते ने अब एक शारीरिक रूप भी ले लिया था। दिमित्री और मैं आखिरकार इस आकर्षण के आगे झुक ही गए थे। हमने कसम खाई थी कि हम कभी ऐसा नहीं करेंगे, लेकिन... खैर, हमारी भावनाएँ ही इतनी प्रबल थीं कि खुद को एक-दूसरे से दूर रखना नामुमकिन साबित हुआ। ~रोज़, पेज 74

I'd realized then just how strong our connection was, how perfectly we understood each other. I'd been skeptical about people being soul mates in the past, but at that moment, I knew it was true. And the emotional connection had come a physical one. Dimitri and I had finally given in to the attraction. We'd sworn we never would, but... well, our feelings were just too strong. Staying away from each other had turned out to be impossible. ~Rose, Pg.74

I'd realized then just how strong our connection was, how perfectly we understood each other. I'd been skeptical about people being soul mates in the past, but at that moment, I knew it was true. And the emotional connection had come a physical one. Dimitri and I had finally given in to the attraction. We'd sworn we never would, but... well, our feelings were just too strong. Staying away from each other had turned out to be impossible. ~Rose, Pg.74

उसका वह पुराना अकड़ू अंदाज़ गायब था। मुझे लगता है कि एक आम दिन होता है और एक तब जब आप किसी बहुत कटीले, बहुत लंबे और बेहद गुस्से में आए रूसी आदमी की गिरफ्त में होते हैं।

None of the bravado he usually showed was there. I guess there was "usually" and then there was being held in the grip of a really ripped, really tall, and really pissed off Russian guy.

None of the bravado he usually showed was there. I guess there was "usually" and then there was being held in the grip of a really ripped, really tall, and really pissed off Russian guy.

मैंने कभी सोचा भी नहीं था कि वो दिन भी देखने को मिलेगा जब तुम किसी वैम—यानि मुझ जैसे इंसान के गले लगोगी।

Never thought I’d see the day when you’d throw your arms around a vam - someone like me

Never thought I’d see the day when you’d throw your arms around a vam - someone like me

अरे, तुम मुझे कभी चोट नहीं पहुँचा सकती। मेरा चेहरा बहुत सुंदर है। -एड्रियन इवाश्कोव

Aw you'd never hurt me. My face is too pretty. -Adrian Ivashkov

Aw you'd never hurt me. My face is too pretty. -Adrian Ivashkov

हे भगवान। वह शायद यही सोच रही होगी कि हम... यानी... कोई रोमांटिक किस्म की... उम्दा हरकतें कर रहे थे—

Oh God. She probably thinks we were off doing—you know—romantic type, um, things—

Oh God. She probably thinks we were off doing—you know—romantic type, um, things—

अगर मैं नशे में धुत होकर टैको से चिपकी न होती, तो यह पल बेहद रोमांटिक होता।

If not for me being stoned and clinging to a taco, it would have been terribly romantic.

If not for me being stoned and clinging to a taco, it would have been terribly romantic.

एड्रियन ने मुझसे नज़रें हटाईं और नीचे देखने लगा जहाँ मेरा हाथ उसके हाथ पर रखा था। मैं शरमा गई और अपना हाथ खींच लिया। “सॉरी” शायद मैंने उसे डरा दिया था।

Adrian looked away from me and down to where my hand covered his. I blushed and pulled away. “Sorry” I’d probably freaked him out

Adrian looked away from me and down to where my hand covered his. I blushed and pulled away. “Sorry” I’d probably freaked him out

तुम्हें देखते ही देखते अपना खुद का सुपरहीरो क्लब मिल जाएगा।

You’ll have your own superhero club before you know it.

You’ll have your own superhero club before you know it.

वह मुस्कुराया, और उसकी इस मुस्कान से उसका पूरा चेहरा चमक उठा।

He smiled, and it lit up his whole face.

He smiled, and it lit up his whole face.

मैं चाहता हूँ कि तुम ट्यूसन वापस जाओ और मेरे शराब के कैबिनेट में रखी ट्यूकीला की बोतल ले आओ। और टिम को डराना मत।" वोलूसियन अपने जाने-पहचाने अंदाज में बिलकुल चुपचाप खड़ा रहा। "मेरी मालकिन मुझे प्रताड़ित करने के नए-नए तरीके खोजने में रोज रचनात्मक होती जा रही हैं।" "मुझे लगा तुम्हें यह पसंद आएगा।" "तभी तक जब तक यह मुझे उतने ही रचनात्मक तरीके खोजने के लिए प्रेरित न करे, जिससे कि मैं इन बंधनों से आज़ाद होकर तुम्हारे टुकड़े-टुकड़े कर सकूं और आखिरकार तुम्हें नेस्तनाबूद कर सकूं।" "देखा? हर बुरी चीज़ में कुछ न कुछ अच्छा छिपा होता है। अब जल्दी करो।"

I want you to go back to Tucson and bring me the bottle of tequila I keep in my liquor cabinet. And don't scare Tim." Volusian remained motionless in that way of his. "My mistress grows increasingly creative in her ways to torment me." "I thought you'd appreciate it." "Only in so much as it inspires me to equally creative means to rip you apart when I am able to break free of these bonds and finally destroy you." "You see? There's a silver lining to everything. Now hurry up.

I want you to go back to Tucson and bring me the bottle of tequila I keep in my liquor cabinet. And don't scare Tim." Volusian remained motionless in that way of his. "My mistress grows increasingly creative in her ways to torment me." "I thought you'd appreciate it." "Only in so much as it inspires me to equally creative means to rip you apart when I am able to break free of these bonds and finally destroy you." "You see? There's a silver lining to everything. Now hurry up.

जब आप अपने आप पर पूर्णतः नियंत्रण में हों, जब आप खुद को पूरी तरह से जान लें, तो किसी प्रियजन को चुंबन देना बहुत ही अद्भुत होता है। दूसरों से प्रेम करने का तरीका हमारी खुद से प्रेम करने के तरीके पर निर्भर करता है।

But to be able to kiss someone you love when you're fully and completely in control of yourself and know who you are...it's exquisite. How we love others is affected by how we love ourselves.

But to be able to kiss someone you love when you're fully and completely in control of yourself and know who you are...it's exquisite. How we love others is affected by how we love ourselves.

“एंजलीन कैसी है?” दिमित्री ने पूछा। “क्या उसकी हालत में सुधार है?” मैंने और एडी ने एक-दूसरे को देखा। उसकी हरकतों को नज़रअंदाज़ करने की कोशिश तो बेकार गई। “सुधार किस मामले में exactly?” मैंने पूछा। “लड़ाई-झगड़े में, ड्रेस कोड मानने में, या फिर अपने हाथ अपने तक ही सीमित रखने में?” “या कैप्स-लॉक बंद करने में?” एडी ने बात जोड़ी। “तुमने भी इस पर ध्यान दिया?” मैंने पूछा। “ध्यान न जाना मुश्किल था,” उसने कहा।

How is Angeline?” asked Dimitri. “Is she improving?” Eddie and I exchanged glances. So much for avoiding her indiscretions. “Improving how exactly?” I asked. “In combat, in following the dress code, or in keeping her hands to herself?” “Or in turning off caps-lock?” added Eddie. “You noticed that too?” I asked. “Hard not to,” he said.

How is Angeline?” asked Dimitri. “Is she improving?” Eddie and I exchanged glances. So much for avoiding her indiscretions. “Improving how exactly?” I asked. “In combat, in following the dress code, or in keeping her hands to herself?” “Or in turning off caps-lock?” added Eddie. “You noticed that too?” I asked. “Hard not to,” he said.

हमें जो कुछ भी मिल जाए, हम उसी में संतोष कर लेते हैं।

We take what what we can get.

We take what what we can get.

ओह, और जब तुम सेंट लुइस में होगी, तो मुझे हमारे इस प्यारे से नन्हे ड्रैगन बच्चे की देखभाल करने में भी खुशी होगी।

Oh, and I’m also happy to watch our darling little love child dragon while you’re in St. Louis.

Oh, and I’m also happy to watch our darling little love child dragon while you’re in St. Louis.

लेकिन मैं एक बार मर चुकी हूँ। (मैं इसकी सलाह नहीं देती।)

But I did die once. (I don't recommend it.)

But I did die once. (I don't recommend it.)

सबसे बुरी बात है इंतज़ार करना और यह नहीं पता पाना कि आगे क्या होगा। अक्सर, हमारा अपना मन ही सबसे कठोर और दर्दनाक हो सकता है, किसी कैदखाने से भी ज़्यादा।

There's nothing worse than waiting and not knowing what'll happen to you. Your own imagination can be crueler than any captor.

There's nothing worse than waiting and not knowing what'll happen to you. Your own imagination can be crueler than any captor.

मैंने उसकी खूबसूरत हरी आँखों में कुछ ऐसा देखा जो पहले कभी नहीं देखा था: गुस्सा। उसकी आँखें किसी धधकते हुए पन्ने की तरह लग रही थीं।

I saw something in his pretty green eyes that I had never seen before: Anger. They were like emerald fire

I saw something in his pretty green eyes that I had never seen before: Anger. They were like emerald fire

क्रिश्चियन ने उसे बिस्तर की तरफ ले जाते हुए कहा, "झपकी लेने का समय।" "मुझे अभी भी नहाना है।" "पहले सो जाओ। बाद में नहाना।" उसने चादर हटाई। "मैं तुम्हारे साथ सोऊँगा।" उसने बिस्तर पर सुकून से लेटते हुए सूखे स्वर में पूछा, "सोने के लिए सोओगे या फिर सचमुच सोने के लिए?" "सचमुच सोने के लिए। तुम्हें इसकी ज़रूरत है।" वह उसके बगल में लेट गया, चम्मच की तरह उससे सटकर लेट गया और अपना चेहरा उसके कंधे पर टिका दिया। "बेशक, इसके बाद, अगर तुम परिषद का कोई आधिकारिक काम करना चाहो तो..." "मैं कसम खाता हूँ, अगर तुमने 'छोटे ड्रागोमिर' कहा, तो तुम हॉल में सोओगे।"

Naptime,ʺ said Christian, leading her toward the bed. ʺI still need a shower.ʺ ʺSleep first. Shower later.ʺ He pulled back the covers. ʺIʹll sleep with you.ʺ ʺSleep or sleep?ʺ she asked dryly, sliding gratefully into bed. ʺReal sleep. You need it.ʺ He crawled in beside her, spooning against her and resting his face on her shoulder. ʺOf course, afterward, if you want to conduct any official Council business...ʺ ʺI swear, if you say ‘Little Dragomirs,ʹ you can sleep in the hall.

Naptime,ʺ said Christian, leading her toward the bed. ʺI still need a shower.ʺ ʺSleep first. Shower later.ʺ He pulled back the covers. ʺIʹll sleep with you.ʺ ʺSleep or sleep?ʺ she asked dryly, sliding gratefully into bed. ʺReal sleep. You need it.ʺ He crawled in beside her, spooning against her and resting his face on her shoulder. ʺOf course, afterward, if you want to conduct any official Council business...ʺ ʺI swear, if you say ‘Little Dragomirs,ʹ you can sleep in the hall.

क्या तुमने पार्टी से मेरा पीछा किया था?" "हाँ।" "मुझे तो पता भी नहीं था कि तुम वहाँ हो।" उसके काले कपड़ों से साफ था कि वह पार्टी में गार्ड की ड्यूटी पर होगा। "तो तुमने देख लिया कि कैसे उस मशहूर जैनिन ने मुझे घसीटकर एक तमाशा खड़ा कर दिया।" "वह कोई तमाशा नहीं था। शायद ही किसी ने ध्यान दिया हो। मैंने इसलिए देखा क्योंकि मैं तुम पर नजर रखे हुए था।"

Did you follow me from the party?" "Yes" "I didn't even know you were there." His dark clothes indicated he must have been on guardian duty at the party. "So you saw the illustrious Janine cause a commotion by dragging me out." "It wasn't a commotion. Hardly anyone noticed. I saw because I was watching you.

Did you follow me from the party?" "Yes" "I didn't even know you were there." His dark clothes indicated he must have been on guardian duty at the party. "So you saw the illustrious Janine cause a commotion by dragging me out." "It wasn't a commotion. Hardly anyone noticed. I saw because I was watching you.

अगर मैंने खुद को तुमसे प्यार करने की इजाज़त दे दी, तो मैं उसकी खातिर अपनी जान खतरे में नहीं डालूँगी। मैं तुम्हारी खातिर अपनी जान दाँव पर लगा दूंगी।

If I let myself love you, I won't throw myself in front of her. I'll throw myself in front of you.

If I let myself love you, I won't throw myself in front of her. I'll throw myself in front of you.

अच्छी चीजें अक्सर बुरे परिणामों के साथ आती हैं।

Most good things come with the risk of something bad.

Most good things come with the risk of something bad.

“सुनो वोलूसियन, तुम मुझे घूर तो नहीं रहे थे, है ना?” उसने मुझे अपना वही जाना-पहचाना भावशून्य लुक दिया। “यकीन मानिए मलिका, आपके इस खुले बदन में मेरे लिए अगर कोई आकर्षण है तो बस इस बात का कि इसका गला काटना कितना आसान होगा।” मैं हँस पड़ी। अगर वह सचमुच में गंभीर न होता, तो उसके साथ मज़ा ही आ जाता।

Hey, Volusian, you haven't been checking me out, have you?" He gave me his trademark bland stare. "I assure you, mistress, the only allure your bare flesh has for me is to remind me how easy it will be to slice open." I laughed. If not for the fact he was actually serious, he'd be so much fun.

Hey, Volusian, you haven't been checking me out, have you?" He gave me his trademark bland stare. "I assure you, mistress, the only allure your bare flesh has for me is to remind me how easy it will be to slice open." I laughed. If not for the fact he was actually serious, he'd be so much fun.

दिमित्री: "मुझे यह भी लगता है कि तुम्हारी माँ मुझसे बहुत ही अप्रिय बातचीत करने वाली हैं।" रोज़: "तुम स्ट्रिगोई का सामना करने वाले हो, और डर तुम्हें मेरी माँ से लग रहा है?" दिमित्री: "वह एक ऐसी ताकत हैं जिनका सामना करना आसान नहीं है। तुम्हें क्या लगता है, यह गुण तुममें कहाँ से आया है?" रोज़: "फिर तो यह हैरानी की बात है कि तुम मुझसे बात करने की जहमत उठाते हो।" दिमित्री: "तुम इसके काबिल हो, मेरा यकीन मानो।"

Dimitri: "I also have a feeling your mother's going to have one ugly conversation with me." Rose: "You're about to go face down Strigoi, and my mother's the one you're scared of?" Dimitri: "She's a force to be reckoned with. Where do you think you got it from?" Rose: "It's a wonder you bother with me then." Dimitri: "You're worth it, believe me.

Dimitri: "I also have a feeling your mother's going to have one ugly conversation with me." Rose: "You're about to go face down Strigoi, and my mother's the one you're scared of?" Dimitri: "She's a force to be reckoned with. Where do you think you got it from?" Rose: "It's a wonder you bother with me then." Dimitri: "You're worth it, believe me.

कहाँ जा रही हो?" उसने पूछा। "किसी का दिल तोड़ने," मैंने जवाब दिया।

Where are you going?" he asked. "To break someone's heart," I replied.

Where are you going?" he asked. "To break someone's heart," I replied.

मैं एक अजीब सी सुन्नता में क्लिनिक से बाहर निकली, जिसका मेरे सिर की चोट से कोई लेना-देना नहीं था। एक हफ्ते या उसके आसपास में सब ठीक हो जाएगा? डॉ. ओलेन्द्ज़की इतनी आसानी से इतनी बड़ी बात कैसे कह सकते थे? क्रिसमस पर और स्कीइंग की ज़्यादातर ट्रिप के दौरान मैं किसी म्यूटेंट जैसी दिखने वाली थी। मेरी आँख के नीचे चोट का निशान था। भगवान के लिए, आँख पर नील पड़ा हुआ था। और वह भी मेरी अपनी माँ ने दिया था।

I left the clinic in a daze that had nothing to do with my head injury. Clear up in a week or so? How could Dr. Olendzki speak so lightly about this? I was going to look like a mutant for Christmas and most of the ski trip. I had a black eye. A freaking black eye. And my mother had given it to me.

I left the clinic in a daze that had nothing to do with my head injury. Clear up in a week or so? How could Dr. Olendzki speak so lightly about this? I was going to look like a mutant for Christmas and most of the ski trip. I had a black eye. A freaking black eye. And my mother had given it to me.

सपने, सपने... मैं उनमें जीता हूँ, उन्हें जीता हूँ। मैं खुद को धोखा देता हूँ, उनके जाल में फंसकर। अचंत् है कि मैं अब सच को पहचान पाता हूँ।

Dreams, dreams. I walk them; I live them. I delude myself with them. It's a wonder I can spot reality anymore.

Dreams, dreams. I walk them; I live them. I delude myself with them. It's a wonder I can spot reality anymore.

सवाल यह था कि मैंने कौन सा जादू तैयार किया था? मेरे पास किस जादू को तैयार करने का समय था? इसका जवाब बड़ा अजीब और साफ़ था। मेरे पास उन सबको तैयार करने का समय था।

The question was which spell did I make? Which did I have time to make? The answer was eerily simple. I had time to make all of them.

The question was which spell did I make? Which did I have time to make? The answer was eerily simple. I had time to make all of them.

थेटिस के लिए, मैं जानता हूँ, यह बहुत पहले हो जाना चाहिए था, लेकिन अक्सर हम जिस चीज़ की सबसे ज्यादा चाहत रखते हैं, वह बहुत लंबे सब्र और संघर्ष के बाद ही मिलती है। मुझे लगता है कि यह एक इंसानी सच्चाई है। पेलियस भी यह बात जानता था। -सेथ

To Thetis, Long overdue, I know, but every often the things we most desire come only after much patience and struggle. That is a human truth, I think. Even Peleus knew that. -Seth

To Thetis, Long overdue, I know, but every often the things we most desire come only after much patience and struggle. That is a human truth, I think. Even Peleus knew that. -Seth

ठीक है, लेकिन अगर तुमने मुझे अपने साथ प्रार्थना करवाने की कोशिश की, तो मैं अभी चली जाऊँगी।

Okay, but if you try to get me to pray with you, I walk.

Okay, but if you try to get me to pray with you, I walk.

उसकी आँखों में प्यार इतना गहरा था कि मुझे अपनी नज़रें फेरनी पड़ीं। सेथ की अंग्रेजी पर पकड़ कमाल की थी, लेकिन कुछ दिन ऐसे होते थे जब उसका वह हुनर उन बातों के आगे फीका पड़ जाता था जो वह मुझे अपनी नज़रों से कह देता था।

The love in his eyes was so powerful, I needed to look away. Seth had an amazing grasp of the English language, but there were days when that skill was nothing compared to what he told me in his looks.

The love in his eyes was so powerful, I needed to look away. Seth had an amazing grasp of the English language, but there were days when that skill was nothing compared to what he told me in his looks.

हर किसी के जीवन में कमजोर क्षण आते हैं। उनसे उबरने का तरीका ही असली मायने रखता है।

We all have moments of weakness. It’s how we recover from them that really counts.

We all have moments of weakness. It’s how we recover from them that really counts.

क्या यह साफ नहीं है सेज? नहीं, ज़ाहिर है यह साफ नहीं है। मैंने यह इसलिए किया ताकि मेरे पास तुम्हारे आस-पास रहने की एक वजह हो—ऐसी वजह जिससे तुम मना न कर सको।

Isn’t it obvious, Sage? No, of course it isn’t. I did it so I’d have a reason to be around you — one I knew you couldn’t refuse.

Isn’t it obvious, Sage? No, of course it isn’t. I did it so I’d have a reason to be around you — one I knew you couldn’t refuse.

महत्वाकांक्षा के बिना पुरुष बोरिंग होते हैं और तुम्हारी प्रजा की स्त्रियाँ इसी सोच की वजह से समानता के लिए संघर्ष करती रहती हैं। और इसी वजह से असफल भी होती हैं।

(Men without ambition are boring) And that attitude, mistress, is why the females of your kind continue to struggle for equality. And why they continue to fail.

(Men without ambition are boring) And that attitude, mistress, is why the females of your kind continue to struggle for equality. And why they continue to fail.

यह सच है," मैंने चुनौती देते हुए जवाब दिया। "मैं यहाँ तुम्हें मारने आई थी। और अगर मैं ऐसा नहीं कर पाई, तो मैं मर जाना ज्यादा पसंद करूँगी।" "तुम नाकामयाब रही, जानती हो ना। उस गली में।" "हाँ। जब मैं यहाँ होश में आई, तो मुझे इसका अंदाजा हो गया था।"

They're true," I replied defiantly. "I came here to kill you. And if I can't do that, then I'd rather die." "You failed, you know. On the street." "Yeah. I kind of figured that out when I woke up here.

They're true," I replied defiantly. "I came here to kill you. And if I can't do that, then I'd rather die." "You failed, you know. On the street." "Yeah. I kind of figured that out when I woke up here.

जैसे ही नींद में डूबा सेथ बेडरूम से बाहर आया, मैंने फोन काट दिया। “डंते कौन है? क्या वो ‘द इन्फर्नाे’ (नरक) के लिए कोई कलेक्ट कॉल थी?” मैंने फुसफुसाते हुए कहा, “वे इस कॉल का चार्ज स्वीकार नहीं करेंगे।”

I disconnected as a sleepy Seth stepped out of the bedroom. “Who’s Dante? Was that a collect call to the Inferno?” “They won’t accept the charges,” I murmured.

I disconnected as a sleepy Seth stepped out of the bedroom. “Who’s Dante? Was that a collect call to the Inferno?” “They won’t accept the charges,” I murmured.

इच्छा और आवश्यकता अलग-अलग चीजें होती हैं।

Wanting and needing are two different things.

Wanting and needing are two different things.

लेकिन शायद इन सबमें सबसे अच्छी बात यह थी कि मुझ सिडनी कैथरीन सेज ने, जो हमेशा अपने आस-पास की दुनिया का विश्लेषण करती रहती थी, आखिरकार सोचना बंद कर दिया।

But perhaps the best part of all was that I, Sydney Katherine Sage, guilty of constantly analyzing the world around me, well, I stopped thinking.

But perhaps the best part of all was that I, Sydney Katherine Sage, guilty of constantly analyzing the world around me, well, I stopped thinking.

खैर। जैसा कि मैंने कहा, मैं अब और लड़ना नहीं चाहता। मैं नहीं चाहता कि हम एक-दूसरे से नफरत करें। और... खैर... मैंने अपनी आँखें जोर से बंद कीं और फिर खोल दीं। हमारे बीच चाहे जो भी हो... मैं चाहता हूँ कि तुम खुश रहो

Well. Like I said, I dont want to fight anymore. I dont want us to hate each other. And ... well ... I squeezed my eyes shut and then opened them. No matter how I fee about us ... I want you to be happy

Well. Like I said, I dont want to fight anymore. I dont want us to hate each other. And ... well ... I squeezed my eyes shut and then opened them. No matter how I fee about us ... I want you to be happy

आईने में देखने पर मुझे अपनी भूरी आँखों में एक अजीब सा सूनापन देखकर हैरानी हुई। वहाँ एक दर्द था—ऐसा दर्द और खालीपन जिसे सबसे अच्छे कपड़े और मेकअप भी छुपा नहीं सकते थे।

Staring into the mirror, I was surprised to see a haunted look in my brown eyes. There was pain there, pain and loss that even the nicest dress and makeup couldn't hide.

Staring into the mirror, I was surprised to see a haunted look in my brown eyes. There was pain there, pain and loss that even the nicest dress and makeup couldn't hide.

मुझे समझ नहीं आता कि तुम यह कैसे कर लेती हो। तुम तो सुनहरी बालों (ब्लॉन्ड) वाली भी नहीं हो। यानी, शायद थोड़े बहुत बाल वैसे हों, पर ज़्यादातर तो तुम्हारे बाल भूरे हैं। मुझे तो नहीं लगता कि लड़के ऐसी लड़कियों के पीछे भागते हैं।" "हाँ, खैर, मुझे लगता है कि कुछ लोगों को थोड़ा अजीब और हटके शौक पसंद होते हैं।"

I don’t know how you do it. You aren’t even blond. I mean, maybe a little, but mostly you’re a brunette. I just don’t see guys going for that.” “Yeah, well, some people are into kinky stuff, I guess.

I don’t know how you do it. You aren’t even blond. I mean, maybe a little, but mostly you’re a brunette. I just don’t see guys going for that.” “Yeah, well, some people are into kinky stuff, I guess.

कभी-कभी, मंज़िल पहुँचने से पहले रास्ते पर थोड़ा ज़्यादा देर रुकना भी सार्थक होता है।

Sometimes it's worth lingering on the journey for a while before getting to the destination.

Sometimes it's worth lingering on the journey for a while before getting to the destination.

माफ़ करना मिस टरविलिगर। मुझे खुशी है कि आप मुझे इतना बेहतरीन इंसान समझती हैं, लेकिन मैं पहले से ही अच्छाई और बुराई की एक महागाथा में फँसी हुई हूँ। मुझे किसी और की ज़रूरत नहीं है।

Sorry, Ms. Terwilliger. I'm flattered that you think I'm such an upstanding person, but I'm already caught up in one epic battle of good versus evil. I don't need another.

Sorry, Ms. Terwilliger. I'm flattered that you think I'm such an upstanding person, but I'm already caught up in one epic battle of good versus evil. I don't need another.

आज हमने जो फैसले लिए, वे भविष्य के लिए एक खाका थे।

the choices we made today were templates for the future.

the choices we made today were templates for the future.

चलो," उसने बाहर निकलने का इशारा करते हुए कहा, "थोड़ी देर टहल कर आते हैं।" "कहाँ?" "इससे कोई फर्क नहीं पड़ता। हमें बस तुम्हें शांत करना है, वरना तुम लड़ने के लायक नहीं बचोगी।" "अच्छा? क्या तुम्हें डर है कि कहीं मेरा वह पागलपन भरा खूँखार रूप बाहर न आ जाए?" "नहीं, मुझे डर है कि कहीं तुम्हारी वही आम रोज़ हैथवे वाली रूप बाहर न आ जाए, जो यह माने बिना कि क्या सही है और क्या गलत, बिना सोचे-समझे मैदान में कूद पड़ती है।" मैंने उसे एक रूखी नजर से देखा। "क्या दोनों में कोई फर्क है?" "हाँ। दूसरा वाला मुझे डराता है।"

Come on,"he said, gesturing toward the exit. "let's take a walk." "Where?" "It doesn't matter. We just need you calmed down or you'll be in no shape to fight." "Yeah? Are you afraid of my possibly insane dark side coming out?" "No, I'm afraid of your normal Rose Hathaway side coming out, the one that isn't afraid to jump in without thinking when she believes something is right." I gave him a dry look. "Is there are a difference?" "Yes. The second one scares me.

Come on,"he said, gesturing toward the exit. "let's take a walk." "Where?" "It doesn't matter. We just need you calmed down or you'll be in no shape to fight." "Yeah? Are you afraid of my possibly insane dark side coming out?" "No, I'm afraid of your normal Rose Hathaway side coming out, the one that isn't afraid to jump in without thinking when she believes something is right." I gave him a dry look. "Is there are a difference?" "Yes. The second one scares me.

यह एक नेफिलिम था। “एक नेफि-क्या?” ह्यू ने चौंक कर पूछा। “क्या यह ‘सेसमी स्ट्रीट’ का कोई किरदार है?” पीटर ने पहली बार अपनी बात रखी।

It was a nephilim.” “A nephi-what?” asked Hugh, startled. “Isn’t that a character on Sesame Street?” Peter spoke up for the first time.

It was a nephilim.” “A nephi-what?” asked Hugh, startled. “Isn’t that a character on Sesame Street?” Peter spoke up for the first time.

इतिहास में सबसे बड़ी परिवर्तनें तब आई हैं जब लोगों ने दूसरों की बातों पर आँख बंद करके विश्वास करने की बजाय अपने मन की बात सुनी।

The greatest changes in history have come when people were able to shake off what others told them to do.

The greatest changes in history have come when people were able to shake off what others told them to do.

“मैं चाहती थी कि कोई ऐसा हो जिससे आसानी से बात की जा सके,” मैंने समझाया। “अच्छा, तो क्या उस पीछे खड़े कैप्टन मैक्रॉपिकलशॉर्ट्स जैसा? वैसे तुम्हें वह मिला कहाँ से?” “बस इंटरनेट पर ढूंढा था।” अपनी रिसर्च का बचाव करने की ज़रूरत महसूस करते हुए मैंने जोड़ा, “उसके बारे में बहुत अच्छी राय दी गई है।” “किसकी तरफ़ से? लॉन्ग जॉन सिल्वर?”

I wanted someone a little more approachable," I explained. "What, like Captain McTropicalShorts back there? Where on earth did you find him anyway?" "Just did an Internet search." Feeling a need to defend my research, I added, "He comes highly recommended." "By who? Long John Silver?

I wanted someone a little more approachable," I explained. "What, like Captain McTropicalShorts back there? Where on earth did you find him anyway?" "Just did an Internet search." Feeling a need to defend my research, I added, "He comes highly recommended." "By who? Long John Silver?

मैंने अपना बैग फर्श पर फेंकते हुए कहा, "वाह, दिमित्री, मुझे एहसास है कि पूर्वी यूरोप में यह इस समय वास्तव में एक हिट गाना है, लेकिन क्या आपको लगता है कि हम शायद कुछ ऐसा सुन सकते हैं जो मेरे पैदा होने से पहले रिकॉर्ड न किया गया हो?" केवल उसकी आँखें मेरी तरफ मुड़ीं; उसकी बाकी मुद्रा वैसी ही रही। "इससे तुम्हें क्या फर्क पड़ता है? सुनने वाला तो मैं हूँ। तुम बाहर दौड़ रही होगी।"

Whoa, Dimitri," I said, tossing my bag on the floor. "I realize this is actually a current hit in Eastern Europe right now, but do you think we could maybe listen to something that wasn't recorded before I was born?” Only his eyes flicked toward me; the rest of his posture remained the same. "What does it matter to you? I'm the one who's going to be listening to it. You'll be outside running.

Whoa, Dimitri," I said, tossing my bag on the floor. "I realize this is actually a current hit in Eastern Europe right now, but do you think we could maybe listen to something that wasn't recorded before I was born?” Only his eyes flicked toward me; the rest of his posture remained the same. "What does it matter to you? I'm the one who's going to be listening to it. You'll be outside running.

उसने सब-टीचर (रिप्लेसमेंट टीचर) की तरफ सिर हिलाया। "आज का दिन बस यूँ ही मजे में निकलने वाला है।" मैंने अपने दिमाग को जादुई रहस्यों से हटाकर वापस वर्तमान में लाया। जीवन का ज्यादातर हिस्सा घर पर ही पढ़ाई करते हुए बीतने की वजह से, "सामान्य" स्कूली दुनिया की कई चीजें मेरे लिए किसी पहेली जैसी थीं। "इसका असल में क्या मतलब हुआ?" "आमतौर पर शिक्षक सब-टीचर के लिए एक लेसन प्लान छोड़ जाते हैं, जिसमें उन्हें निर्देश दिए जाते हैं कि क्या करना है। मैंने देखा कि सुश्री टरविलीगर ने जो नोट छोड़ा है, उस पर लिखा था—'इन्हें किसी तरह उलझाए रखो।'"

He nodded toward the sub. "This is going to be a blow-off day." I dragged my mind away from magical intrigue. After being homeschooled for most of my life, some parts of the "normal" school world was a mystery. "What does that mean, exactly." "Usually teacher leave subs a lesson plan, telling them what to do. I saw Ms. Terwilliger left. It said, 'Distract them.

He nodded toward the sub. "This is going to be a blow-off day." I dragged my mind away from magical intrigue. After being homeschooled for most of my life, some parts of the "normal" school world was a mystery. "What does that mean, exactly." "Usually teacher leave subs a lesson plan, telling them what to do. I saw Ms. Terwilliger left. It said, 'Distract them.

सेथ ने हमें शुभ रात्रि कही और चला गया। मैंने उदास नयनों से उसे जाते हुए देखा। “क्या यहाँ किसी और का भी दिल आहें भरने का कर रहा है?”

Seth told us good night and left. I watched him go wistfully. “Anyone else here feel like swooning?

Seth told us good night and left. I watched him go wistfully. “Anyone else here feel like swooning?

अक्सर, हम जो सबसे ज़्यादा चाहते हैं, वो पाने के लिए हमें बहुत धैर्य और संघर्ष करना पड़ता है।

Very often the things we most desire come only after much patience and struggle.

Very often the things we most desire come only after much patience and struggle.

एड्रियन वहीं दरवाज़े के फ्रेम से टिक कर खड़ा था, और उसकी आँखें प्यार से छलक रही थीं। मेरे सीने में, मेरा अपना दिल बैठा जा रहा था। मेरे गाल पर खिला लिली का फूल मुझे याद दिला रहा था कि मैं असल में कौन हूँ।

Adrian stood there leaning against the doorframe, watching me with his heart in his eyes. In my chest, my own heart was breaking. On my cheek, the lily reminded me who I was.

Adrian stood there leaning against the doorframe, watching me with his heart in his eyes. In my chest, my own heart was breaking. On my cheek, the lily reminded me who I was.

मुझे खुदपर तरस खाने वाली महफिलें बहुत पसंद हैं। काश मैं अपने साथ टोपियां भी लाई होती।

I love pity parties. I wish I'd brought hats.

I love pity parties. I wish I'd brought hats.

भले ही उसके पास कोई हथियार न हो, लेकिन रोज़ हैथवे के पास कई ऐसे हथियार थे जो किसी भी अस्त्र से कम नहीं थे।

She might be unarmed, but Rose Hathaway was in possession of many weapons.

She might be unarmed, but Rose Hathaway was in possession of many weapons.

आखिरकार, उसने हाँफते हुए कहा, “यह सेथ है।” “क्या हुआ?” मैंने पूछा। “वह ठीक है?” “उसने सब खत्म कर दिया।” उसकी सिसकियाँ फिर से गूँज उठीं। “उसने सगाई तोड़ दी और मुझसे कहा कि सब खत्म हो गया।

At long last, she gasped out, "It’s Seth." "What happened?" I demanded. "Is he okay?" "He ended it." Her crying renewed. "He broke the engagement and told me it was over.

At long last, she gasped out, "It’s Seth." "What happened?" I demanded. "Is he okay?" "He ended it." Her crying renewed. "He broke the engagement and told me it was over.

ज़िन्दगी, दुर्भाग्य से, शायद हमारे चाहतों पर ध्यान न दे।

Life, unfortunately, doesn't seem to care what we want.

Life, unfortunately, doesn't seem to care what we want.

तुम उतनी लाचार नहीं हो जितनी वो थी। मेरा मतलब है, उसके मामले में मुझे एक रूसी warlord के साथ उसकी गहरी और ऐतिहासिक मोहब्बत को पार करना पड़ा था। तुम्हें और मुझे तो बस हमारी दोनों जातियों के बीच सदियों से चली आ रही गहरी नफ़रत और पाबंदियों को पार करना है। आसान है।

You're not as much of a lost cause as she was. I mean, with her, I had to overcome her deep, epic love with a Russian warlord. You and I just have to overcome hundreds of years' worth of deeply ingrained prejudice and taboo between our two races. Easy.

You're not as much of a lost cause as she was. I mean, with her, I had to overcome her deep, epic love with a Russian warlord. You and I just have to overcome hundreds of years' worth of deeply ingrained prejudice and taboo between our two races. Easy.

मैं चाहता हूँ कि तुम इस जादू को तोड़ो। इसे खत्म करो। "तुम्हारा क्या मतलब है?" "वही जादू जो तुमने मुझपर और दिमित्री पर किया था।" "वह जादू अब खत्म हो चुका है। उसका असर खुद-ब-خود मिट गया।" मैंने अपना सिर हिलाया। "नहीं। मैं अब भी उसी के बारे में सोचती रहती हूँ। मेरा बार-बार मन करता है कि..." जब मैंने अपनी बात पूरी नहीं की, तो वह समझकर मुस्कुराया। "मेरी प्यारी, वह भावना तो मुझपर जादू करने से बहुत पहले से ही तुम्हारे अंदर मौजूद थी।"

I want you to break the spell. Finish it off.” "What do you mean?” "The spell you did on me and Dimitri.” "That spell is done. It burned itself out.” I shook my head. "No. I keep thinking about him. I keep wanting to…” He smiled knowingly when I didn't finish. "My dear, that was already there, long before I set that up.

I want you to break the spell. Finish it off.” "What do you mean?” "The spell you did on me and Dimitri.” "That spell is done. It burned itself out.” I shook my head. "No. I keep thinking about him. I keep wanting to…” He smiled knowingly when I didn't finish. "My dear, that was already there, long before I set that up.

अपराधी होना अपने आप में एक जेल की तरह है।

Guilt was its own prison.

Guilt was its own prison.

मैं यह पूछने आया हूँ कि सेथ कहाँ है।” “मज़ेदार बात है,” एंड्रिया ने कहा। “हम भी तुमसे यही पूछने वाले थे।” मैं अक्की-बक्की रह गई। “मुझे कैसे पता होगा?” वे दोनों बस एकटक देखती रहीं। “मुझे सच में नहीं पता!

I’ve come to ask you where Seth is.” "Funny,” said Andrea. “We were going to ask you the same thing.” I was taken aback. “How would I know?” They both just stared. "I don’t!

I’ve come to ask you where Seth is.” "Funny,” said Andrea. “We were going to ask you the same thing.” I was taken aback. “How would I know?” They both just stared. "I don’t!

जिनके मन में विकार है, वे शायद ही कभी अपने ही विकार पर शक करें।

People who are crazy rarely question whether they're crazy.

People who are crazy rarely question whether they're crazy.

मैं तो बस तुमसे प्यार करती रहूंगी, चाहे तुम चाहो या न चाहो।

I'll just love you whether you want me to or not.

I'll just love you whether you want me to or not.

इससे पहले कि मैं खुद से सवाल पूरा करती, मुझे उसका जवाब मिल गया। मैं मेसन की गर्लफ्रेंड नहीं बन सकती थी क्योंकि जब मैं कल्पना करती थी कि कोई मुझे बाहों में भरकर मेरे कान में प्यारभरी बातें कह रहा है, तो उस इंसान की आवाज़ में रूसी लहजा होता था।

The answer came to me before I'd even finished asking myself the question. I couldn't be Mason's girlfriend because when I imagined someone holding me and whispering dirty things in my ear, he had a Russian accent.

The answer came to me before I'd even finished asking myself the question. I couldn't be Mason's girlfriend because when I imagined someone holding me and whispering dirty things in my ear, he had a Russian accent.

खुद को दोषी मानो। इस नुकसान का शोक मनाओ। लेकिन आगे बढ़ो। इसे खुद को तबाह न करने दो। खुद को माफ कर दो।

Feel guilty. Mourn this. But move on. Don't let it destroy you. Forgive yourself.

Feel guilty. Mourn this. But move on. Don't let it destroy you. Forgive yourself.

हम कब से खेल खेलने लगे हैं?” “हम कब से खेल नहीं खेल रहे हैं? ज़िंदगी के खेल, मौत के खेल। प्यार, उम्मीद, किस्मत, निराशा और इन सबके बीच के अनगिनत अजूबों के खेल।” नए आए शख्स को देखकर मैंने अपनी आँखें घुमाईं। “हेलो, कार्टर।”

Since when do we even play games?” “Since when don’t we play games? Games of life, games of death. Games of love, of hope, of chance, of despair, and of all the myriad wonders in between.” I rolled my eyes at the newcomer. “Hello, Carter.

Since when do we even play games?” “Since when don’t we play games? Games of life, games of death. Games of love, of hope, of chance, of despair, and of all the myriad wonders in between.” I rolled my eyes at the newcomer. “Hello, Carter.

भविष्य हमेशा बदलता रहता है। यदि हमारे पास कोई विकल्प नहीं होते, तो जीवन जीने का कोई मतलब नहीं होता।

The future is always changing. If we had no choices, there'd be no point in living.

The future is always changing. If we had no choices, there'd be no point in living.

“क्या लिसा उस नीली पड़ी आँख को ठीक नहीं कर सकती थी?” “यह मेरा मान-सम्मान का मेडल है। इससे मैं मर्दानी लगती हूँ।”

Couldn't Lissa have healed that black eye away?" "Its a badge of honor. Makes me seem manly.

Couldn't Lissa have healed that black eye away?" "Its a badge of honor. Makes me seem manly.

मेरे सीने में एक अजीब सी हलचल सी होने लगी। पेट में तितलियाँ उड़ रही थीं या दिल का दौरा पड़ रहा था... यह कह पाना मुश्किल था।

I felt a strange fluttering sensation in my chest. Butterflies, cardiac arrest . . . it was hard to say what exactly.

I felt a strange fluttering sensation in my chest. Butterflies, cardiac arrest . . . it was hard to say what exactly.

मैं लिसा को वापस लाना चाहती थी, और एड्रियन की बाहों में फिर से लौटना चाहती थी, उसके होंठों और इस पूरी जिंदगी के करीब पहुँचना चाहती थी... "हैथवे! हे भगवान, क्या मुझे तुम पर पानी का पाइप चलाना पड़ेगा?"

I wanted to bring Lissa back, and I wanted to return to Adrian's arms again, return to his lips and all this life... "Hathaway! Good God, do I have to hose you down?

I wanted to bring Lissa back, and I wanted to return to Adrian's arms again, return to his lips and all this life... "Hathaway! Good God, do I have to hose you down?

नहीं। मैं एक कंसलटेंट हूँ, ज़ाहिर है। हर किसी की पसंदीदा, बेजान सी लेकिन अच्छी-खासी कमाई वाली कॉलर-वॉल जॉब।

Nah. I’m a consultant, of course. Everyone’s favorite nondescript yet well-paid white-collar job.

Nah. I’m a consultant, of course. Everyone’s favorite nondescript yet well-paid white-collar job.

जीवन इसी तरह है। जैसे हम बढ़ते और बदलते हैं, पहले अनुभव किए हुए कुछ चीजें नए अर्थ ग्रहण करती हैं। यह जीवन भर चलता रहेगा।

Life’s like that. As we grow and change, some things we’ve experience before take on new meaning. It’ll happen for the rest of your life.

Life’s like that. As we grow and change, some things we’ve experience before take on new meaning. It’ll happen for the rest of your life.

मुझे परवाह नहीं अगर तुम कहते हो कि हम साथ नहीं हो सकते। मुझे परवाह नहीं अगर तुम मुझे इस दुनिया का सबसे बुरा, कुदरती नियमों के खिलाफ़ प्राणी मानते हो। तुम जो चाहो सोच सकते हो, जहाँ चाहो जा सकते हो। मैं बस तुमसे प्यार करती रहूँगी, भले ही इस सबका कोई नतीजा न निकले।

I don't care if you say we can't be together. I don't care if you think I'm the most evil, unnatural creature walking on earth. You can think whatever you want, go whatever you want. I'm going to just go on loving you, even if it's hopeless.

I don't care if you say we can't be together. I don't care if you think I'm the most evil, unnatural creature walking on earth. You can think whatever you want, go whatever you want. I'm going to just go on loving you, even if it's hopeless.

अगर तुम मुझे रूसी भाषा में गाली देना सिखा दो, तो शायद मुझे इस भाषा से एक नया प्यार हो जाए

if you'd teach me to swear in russian, i might have a new appreciation for it

if you'd teach me to swear in russian, i might have a new appreciation for it

मुझे भूरी आँखों की अंतहीन गहराइयाँ दिखाई दीं, वही गहराइयाँ जिनमें मैं कितनी ही बार डूब चुका था। उनमें कोई लाल घेरा नहीं था। दिमित्री... स्ट्रिगोई नहीं था। और वह रो रहा था।

I saw endless depths of brown, the depths I'd fallen into so many times. No red rings. Dimitri...was not a Strigoi. And he was weeping.

I saw endless depths of brown, the depths I'd fallen into so many times. No red rings. Dimitri...was not a Strigoi. And he was weeping.

जब तुम ‘पुराने दोस्त’ कहते हो, तो क्या हमारा मतलब... आइस एज के समय से है?” “नहीं। बिल्कुल नहीं।” “अच्छा।” “इसे महज़ चार सौ साल ही हुए हैं।” “आह। हाँ। महज़ चार सौ।” उसके चेहरे पर एक व्यंग्यात्मक मुस्कान फैल गई। “तुम्हारा साथ होना नज़रिया बदलने का एक लगातार प्रयोग जैसा है। बाकी चीज़ों के अलावा।”

When you say ‘old friend,’ are we talking, like...since the Ice Age?” “No. Of course not.” “Oh.” “It’s only been about four hundred years.” “Ah. Yes. Only four hundred.” A wry expression spread over his face. “Being with you is a continual experiment in perspective. Among other things.

When you say ‘old friend,’ are we talking, like...since the Ice Age?” “No. Of course not.” “Oh.” “It’s only been about four hundred years.” “Ah. Yes. Only four hundred.” A wry expression spread over his face. “Being with you is a continual experiment in perspective. Among other things.

लोगों को फिर से आकार देने के लिए, पहले उन्हें खंडित करना पड़ता था।

If you wanted to remold people, you had to break them down first.

If you wanted to remold people, you had to break them down first.

तुम्हें और इन जमी हुई आइसक्रीम्स को क्या चक्कर है? तुम्हें हमेशा यही क्यों चाहिए होती हैं?” “क्योंकि हम एक रेगिस्तान में रहते हैं।”

What is it with you and frozen desserts Why do you always want them?" "Because we live in a dessert.

What is it with you and frozen desserts Why do you always want them?" "Because we live in a dessert.

मैंने हम सब पर एक नज़र डाली: मैं अपने नाइटगौन में थी, कियो ने शर्ट नहीं पहनी थी, डोरियन ने भड़कीले चोगा पहना हुआ था, और टिम अपनी पारंपरिक आदिवासी वेशभूषा में था। भगवान, मैंने खुद से बुदबुदाते हुए उठते हुए सोचा, हम सब बिल्कुल 'विलेज पीपल' जैसे लग रहे हैं।

I looked around at us all: me in my nightgown, Kiyo bare-chested, Dorian in his extravagant robes, and Tim in his Native getup. God, I muttered, standing up, we all look like the village people.

I looked around at us all: me in my nightgown, Kiyo bare-chested, Dorian in his extravagant robes, and Tim in his Native getup. God, I muttered, standing up, we all look like the village people.

रोज़, तुम नहीं जा सकती।" इस बार लिसा की आवाज का दुख मेरे अंदर तक महसूस हो रहा था, जो हमारे रिश्ते के बंधन से सीधे मुझमें उतर रहा था। "ऐसा नहीं है कि दिमित्री ने तुमसे मिलने के लिए नहीं कहा। उसने खासतौर पर तुमसे न मिलने के लिए कहा है।"

Rose you can't go." This time the sadness in Lissa's voice was mirrored though the bond, flooding into me. "It's not that Dimitri didn't ask to see you. He asked specifically not to see you.

Rose you can't go." This time the sadness in Lissa's voice was mirrored though the bond, flooding into me. "It's not that Dimitri didn't ask to see you. He asked specifically not to see you.

क्या हुआ?” सेथ ने मेरी त्यौरियाँ चढ़ी देख कर पूछा। “वो नया ड्रमर। एलेक। उसने थोड़ी देर पहले मुझ पर डोरे डालने की कोशिश की, और अब वह केसी के पीछे पड़ा है। मुझे लगता है वह ऐसे लड़कों में से है जो सोचते हैं कि लड़कियों को शराब पिलाना ही उन्हें बिस्तर में लाने का एकमात्र तरीका है।” “रुको। मुझे लगा था कि यह राज़ सिर्फ मुझे ही पता है।”

What’s wrong?” asked Seth, seeing my frown. “That new drummer. Alec. He hit on me earlier, and now he’s moving in on Casey. I think he’s one of those guys who thinks plying girls with liquor is the only way to get laid.” “Wait. I thought I was the only guy who knew that secret.

What’s wrong?” asked Seth, seeing my frown. “That new drummer. Alec. He hit on me earlier, and now he’s moving in on Casey. I think he’s one of those guys who thinks plying girls with liquor is the only way to get laid.” “Wait. I thought I was the only guy who knew that secret.

ये भगवान! हर तरफ़ आदमी।

Good God. Men everywhere.

Good God. Men everywhere.

स्वर्ग का टुकड़ा?” “नहीं, वो दूसरी जगह जहाँ मुझे जाना पड़ेगा क्योंकि मैं ऐसे गंदे ख्यालात ला रही हूँ।”

Piece of Heaven?" "No, that other place I'm going to go to for thinking what I'm thinking.

Piece of Heaven?" "No, that other place I'm going to go to for thinking what I'm thinking.

तुम हर किसी की जान नहीं बचा सकतीं, हालांकि भगवान जानता है कि तुम इसकी पूरी कोशिश करती हो।

You can't save everyone, though God knows you try.

You can't save everyone, though God knows you try.

अगर तुम स्ट्रिगोई हो," उस लड़के ने बीच में जोर से टोकते हुए पूछा, "तो तुम्हारे सींग क्यों नहीं हैं? मेरे दोस्त जेफ्री ने कहा था कि स्ट्रिगोई के सींग होते हैं।" दिमित्री की नजरें उस लड़के पर नहीं बल्कि एक पल के लिए मुझ पर टिक गईं। एक बार फिर, हमारे बीच वही जानी-पहचानी चिंगारी कौंध गई। फिर, चेहरे पर पूरी गंभीरता और सुकून के साथ, दिमित्री ने उस लड़के की तरफ मुड़कर जवाब दिया, "स्ट्रिगोई के सींग नहीं होते। और अगर होते भी, तो इससे कोई फर्क नहीं पड़ता क्योंकि मैं स्ट्रिगोई नहीं हूँ।"

If you're Strigoi," the boy interrupted loudly, "then why don't you have horns? My friend Jeffrey said Strigoi have horns." Dimitri's eyes fell not on the boy but on me for a moment. Again, that spark of knowing shot between us. Then, face smooth and serious, Dimitri turned to the boy and answered, "Strigoi don't have horns. And even if they did, it wouldn't matter because I'm not a Strigoi.

If you're Strigoi," the boy interrupted loudly, "then why don't you have horns? My friend Jeffrey said Strigoi have horns." Dimitri's eyes fell not on the boy but on me for a moment. Again, that spark of knowing shot between us. Then, face smooth and serious, Dimitri turned to the boy and answered, "Strigoi don't have horns. And even if they did, it wouldn't matter because I'm not a Strigoi.

जानती हो, तुम पर अभी भी मेरे पैनकेक उधार हैं। मुझे लगता है कि मैं इस वक्त... सेब और दालचीनी वाले पैनकेक खाना पसंद करूँगा।” “सेब और दालचीनी? तुम्हारी माँगें सचमुच बहुत हैं।” “कोई बात नहीं। मुझे लगता है तुम इसके लिए काफी मर्द हो।” “थेटिस, अगर मुझे सचमुच यह यकीन होता कि तुम्हारी रसोई में सेब या दालचीनी में से कुछ भी है, तो मैं अभी तुम्हारे लिए बना देता।” मैंने कोई जवाब नहीं दिया। मुझे पूरा यकीन था कि मेरे पास एक साल पुराना एप्पल जैक्स रखा होगा, बस इसके अलावा कुछ नहीं।

You know, you still owe me pancakes. I think I could go for…apple cinnamon ones now. “ “Apple cinnamon? You sure are demanding.” “It’s all right. I think you’re man enough for it.” “Thetis, if I actually believed you had either apples or cinnamon in your kitchen, I’d make them for you right now.” I didn’t answer. I was pretty sure I had some year-old Apple Jacks, but that was about it.

You know, you still owe me pancakes. I think I could go for…apple cinnamon ones now. “ “Apple cinnamon? You sure are demanding.” “It’s all right. I think you’re man enough for it.” “Thetis, if I actually believed you had either apples or cinnamon in your kitchen, I’d make them for you right now.” I didn’t answer. I was pretty sure I had some year-old Apple Jacks, but that was about it.

"मुझे परवाह नहीं," सथ ने कहा। "मैंने कर दिया होता। तुम्हारे लिए मेरा कोई भी राज़ बेच देता। तुम और मैं...मैंने तुम्हें बता दिया था। कुछ ऐसा है जो हमें हमेशा एक-दूसरे के करीब बनाए रखेगा...चाहे हम साथ हों या नहीं।"

I don't care," said Seth. "I would have done it. I would have sold my soul for you. You and me...I told you. Something's always going to keep us near each other...even if we aren't together.

I don't care," said Seth. "I would have done it. I would have sold my soul for you. You and me...I told you. Something's always going to keep us near each other...even if we aren't together.

इसके अलावा, मैं ऐसे किसी भी लड़के पर भरोसा नहीं करती थी जो मुझसे ज़्यादा हेयर स्टाइलिंग प्रोडक्ट्स इस्तेमाल करता हो।

Also, I didn’t trust any guy who used more styling products than I did.

Also, I didn’t trust any guy who used more styling products than I did.

ओह मेरे भगवान," उसने कहा। "रोज़ हाथवे की तरफ से तारीफ के दो शब्द। अब मैं एक खुश इंसान के रूप में मर सकता हूँ।

Oh my God," he said. "A kind word from Rose Hathaway. I can die a happy man.

Oh my God," he said. "A kind word from Rose Hathaway. I can die a happy man.

एंजेलिन ने खुद को छुड़ाने के कुछ और प्रयास किए, लेकिन जब यह साफ हो गया कि वह कामयाब नहीं होगी, तो हमारे आस-पास खड़े लोगों ने सीटी बजाना और शोर मचाना शुरू कर दिया। कुछ ही पलों में, एंजेलिन के चेहरे का वह गुस्से भरा और भयानक रूप गायब हो गया और उसकी जगह एक बेबसी ने ले ली। मैंने उसे शक भरी नजरों से देखा, क्योंकि मैं अपनी चौकसी बिल्कुल नहीं छोड़ना चाहती थी। "ठीक है," उसने कहा। "मुझे लगता है कि यह ठीक है। आगे बढ़ो।" "क्या? क्या ठीक है?" मैंने पूछा। "यह ठीक है कि तुम मेरे भाई से शादी कर लो।" (अगला अध्याय) "यह कोई मज़ाक नहीं है!" "तुम सही कह रही हो," सिडनी ने हिस्टीरिया की तरह हँसते हुए सहमति जताई। "यह मज़ाक नहीं है। यह तो बहुत ही हास्यास्पद है।"

Angeline made a few more attempts to break away, but when it became clear she couldn't, those around us began whistling and cheering. A few moments later, that dark and furious look vanished from Angeline's face, replaced by resignation. I eyed her warily, not about to let down my guard. "Fine," she said. "I guess it's okay. Go ahead." "Huh? What's okay?" I demanded. "It's okay if you marry my brother." (Next chapter) "It's not funny!" "You're right,"agreed Sydney, laughing hysterically. "It's not funny. It's hilarious.

Angeline made a few more attempts to break away, but when it became clear she couldn't, those around us began whistling and cheering. A few moments later, that dark and furious look vanished from Angeline's face, replaced by resignation. I eyed her warily, not about to let down my guard. "Fine," she said. "I guess it's okay. Go ahead." "Huh? What's okay?" I demanded. "It's okay if you marry my brother." (Next chapter) "It's not funny!" "You're right,"agreed Sydney, laughing hysterically. "It's not funny. It's hilarious.

क्या तुम नींद में चल रही हो?’ मेरे पीछे से एक आवाज़ आई। “मैं हॉस्टल की सुरक्षा जाँच रही थी,” मैंने कहा। “यह बेहद बकवास है।”

Are you sleepwalking?' A voice asked behind me. "I was testing dorm security," I said. "It sucks.

Are you sleepwalking?' A voice asked behind me. "I was testing dorm security," I said. "It sucks.

तुम्हारी तरफ देखा... और तुम्हें मेरा अच्छाई, उम्मीद और विश्वास दिखा। यही तुम्हें इतना खूबसूरत बनाता है - सचमुच में, बेहद खूबसूरत।

I looked at you... and saw your goodness, your hope, and your faith. Those are what make you beautiful. So, so beautiful. So it was't my hair?

I looked at you... and saw your goodness, your hope, and your faith. Those are what make you beautiful. So, so beautiful. So it was't my hair?

“क्या हम उस बात पर वापस आ सकते हैं कि मोरोई लड़कियाँ एलए (LA) में घूमती हैं?” एड्रियन ने उम्मीद भरी नज़रों से पूछा। “क्या तुम मुझे उनमें से कुछ… मतलब, थोड़ा खुले विचारों वाली लड़कियों के पास ले चल सकती हो?”

Can we go back to the part about Moroi girls hanging out in LA?" asked Adrian hopefully. "Can you direct me to some of the…oh, let’s say, more open-minded ones?

Can we go back to the part about Moroi girls hanging out in LA?" asked Adrian hopefully. "Can you direct me to some of the…oh, let’s say, more open-minded ones?

मुझे तुम्हारा यह पापी अंदाज़ बहुत पसंद है। -एड्रियान इवाशकोव

I like you being the sinner you are. -Adrian Ivashkov

I like you being the sinner you are. -Adrian Ivashkov

उसे बाहर खींचो। किसी 'ग्राहक' को मेरे संदेश के साथ भेजो कि मुझे उससे मिलना है। मैं ऐसी इंसान तो नहीं हूँ जिसे वह नजरअंदाज कर सके—खैर, वह कभी ऐसा नहीं कर सकता था—छोड़ो जाने दो। एक बार वह बाहर आ जाए, तो हम उसे अपनी पसंद की जगह पर ले आ सकते हैं।" मैंने सिर हिलाया। "मैं यह कर सकती हूँ।" "नहीं," दिमित्री ने कहा। "तुम नहीं कर सकती।" "क्यों नहीं?" मैंने यह सोचते हुए पूछा कि शायद उसे लगता है कि यह मेरे लिए बहुत खतरनाक है। "क्योंकि वे तुम्हें देखते ही पहचान लेंगे कि तुम एक धैम्पिर हो। शायद वे तुम्हारी गंध से ही भाप लें। कोई भी स्ट्रिगोई अपने यहाँ किसी धैम्पिर को काम पर नहीं रखेगा—सिर्फ इंसानों को ही रख सकता है।" कार में एक अजीब सी खामोशी छा गई। "नहीं!" सिडनी ने कहा। "मैं यह बिल्कुल नहीं करने वाली!"

Lure him out. Send in a 'customer' with a message from me needing to meet him. I'm not the kind of person he can ignore-well, that he used to not-never mind. Once he's out, we can get him to a place we choose." I nodded. "I can do that." "No," said Dimitri. "You can't." "Why not?" I asked, wondering if he thought it was too dangerous for me. "Because they'll know you're a dhampir the instant they see you. They'll probably smell it first. No Strigoi would have a dhampir working for him-only humans." There was an uncomfortable silence in the car. "No!" said Sydney. "I am not doing that!

Lure him out. Send in a 'customer' with a message from me needing to meet him. I'm not the kind of person he can ignore-well, that he used to not-never mind. Once he's out, we can get him to a place we choose." I nodded. "I can do that." "No," said Dimitri. "You can't." "Why not?" I asked, wondering if he thought it was too dangerous for me. "Because they'll know you're a dhampir the instant they see you. They'll probably smell it first. No Strigoi would have a dhampir working for him-only humans." There was an uncomfortable silence in the car. "No!" said Sydney. "I am not doing that!

मैंने बहुत पहले ही जान लिया था कि उसकी आँखें उसकी कलम की तरह ही ज़ोरदार और भावपूर्ण हो सकती हैं। वे इस समय मुझे जो संदेश भेज रही थीं, वे सार्वजनिक जगह के लिए शायद ही शालीन लग रहे थे।

His eyes, I’d long since discovered, could be as eloquent and expressive as his pen. The messages they sent me now hardly seemed decent for a public setting.

His eyes, I’d long since discovered, could be as eloquent and expressive as his pen. The messages they sent me now hardly seemed decent for a public setting.

जैसे बढ़िया शराब, मैं उम्र के साथ और भी बेहतर होता जाऊंगा, और सबसे बेहतरीन अभी आना बाकी है।

I'm like a fine wine. I get better with age. The best is yet to come.

I'm like a fine wine. I get better with age. The best is yet to come.

कॉफ़ी से मेरा ध्यान शायद ही कोई चीज़ भटका सकती थी, लेकिन स्पेंसर की दुकान पर जूलियस सीज़र का कोट सुनना, वाकई हैरान करने वाला था।

Not much could have distracted me from coffee, but hearing Julius Caesar quoted at Spencer’s certainly did.

Not much could have distracted me from coffee, but hearing Julius Caesar quoted at Spencer’s certainly did.

यह राजनीति है। सत्ता में बैठे लोगों को कभी भी आम नियमों के हिसाब से नहीं चलना पड़ता।

This is politics. People in power never have to play by the same rules.

This is politics. People in power never have to play by the same rules.

तुम्हारा बाल," दिमित्री ने दोहराया। उसकी आँखें खुली की खुली थीं, मानो उसे किसी चमत्कार पर यकीन न हो रहा हो। "तुम्हारे बाल बहुत खूबसूरत हैं।" मुझे ऐसा नहीं लगा, खासकर इस हालत में तो बिल्कुल नहीं। बेशक, यह देखते हुए कि हम लाशों से भरी एक अंधेरी गली में खड़े थे, हमारे पास ज्यादा विकल्प भी नहीं थे। "देखा? तुम उनमें से एक नहीं हो। स्ट्रिगोई खूबसूरती नहीं देख सकते। वे सिर्फ मौत देखते हैं। लेकिन तुमने कुछ खूबसूरत ढूँढ लिया। एक ऐसी चीज जो वाकई सुंदर है।" हिचकिचाते हुए, काँपते हुए हाथों से उसने उन लटों को छुआ जिन्हें मैंने थोड़ी देर पहले छुआ था। "लेकिन क्या यह काफी है?" "फिलहाल के लिए तो है।" मैंने उसके माथे पर अपना प्यार जताया और उसे खड़े होने में मदद की। "फिलहाल के लिए इतना ही बहुत है।"

Your hair," repeated Dimitri. His eyes were wide, almost awestruck. "Your hair is beautiful." I didn't think so, not in its current state. of course, considering we were in a dark alley filled with bodies, the choices were kind of limited. "You see? You're not one of them. Strigoi don't see beauty. Only death. You found something beautiful. One thing that's beautiful." Hesitantly, nervously, he ran his fingers along the strands I'd touched earlier. "But is it enough?" "It is for now." I pressed a kiss to his forehead and helped him stand. "It is for now.

Your hair," repeated Dimitri. His eyes were wide, almost awestruck. "Your hair is beautiful." I didn't think so, not in its current state. of course, considering we were in a dark alley filled with bodies, the choices were kind of limited. "You see? You're not one of them. Strigoi don't see beauty. Only death. You found something beautiful. One thing that's beautiful." Hesitantly, nervously, he ran his fingers along the strands I'd touched earlier. "But is it enough?" "It is for now." I pressed a kiss to his forehead and helped him stand. "It is for now.

पापा ने अंकल सेथ से कहा है कि वे कोई गड़बड़ न करें,” उसने हाथ धोते हुए मुझे बताया। “उन्होंने कहा कि भले ही अंकल सेथ मशहूर हैं, फिर भी उनका आप जैसी औरत को पाना किसी चमत्कार से कम नहीं है।” मैं हँसि और अपनी स्कर्ट की सिलवटें ठीक कीं। “मुझे इसके बारे में नहीं पता। मुझे नहीं लगता कि तुम्हारे पापा तुम्हारे अंकल को पूरा श्रेय देते हैं।” ब्रांडी ने मुझे एक समझदार नज़र से देखा, जो उसकी उम्र से कहीं ज़्यादा परिपक्व थी। “अंकल सेथ ने पिछला वेलेंटाइन डे एक लाइब्रेरी में बिताया था।”

Dad told Uncle Seth not to screw things up,” she informed me as we washed our hands. “He said even if Uncle Seth is famous, him getting a woman like you defies belief.” I laughed and smoothed down the skirt of my dress. “I don’t know about that. I don’t think your dad gives your uncle enough credit." Brandy gave me a sage look, worthy of someone much older. “Uncle Seth spent last Valentine’s Day at a library.

Dad told Uncle Seth not to screw things up,” she informed me as we washed our hands. “He said even if Uncle Seth is famous, him getting a woman like you defies belief.” I laughed and smoothed down the skirt of my dress. “I don’t know about that. I don’t think your dad gives your uncle enough credit." Brandy gave me a sage look, worthy of someone much older. “Uncle Seth spent last Valentine’s Day at a library.

कल की बात फिर से। मैंthorn queen हूँ। दूर रहो।

Later, I would ask Shaya to help me compose a formal response to Katrice's letter, something a long the lines of "I am the Thorn Queen. F*** Off.

Later, I would ask Shaya to help me compose a formal response to Katrice's letter, something a long the lines of "I am the Thorn Queen. F*** Off.

दिमित्री को चिढ़ाने से ज़्यादा मुझे किसी और चीज़ से प्यार नहीं था। खैर, शायद उसे चूमने के अलावा।

There was nothing I loved more than teasing Dimitri. Well, aside from maybe kissing him.

There was nothing I loved more than teasing Dimitri. Well, aside from maybe kissing him.

तुमने बहुत अच्छा काम किया रोज़। बहुत अच्छा। अब सो जाओ।

You did good Roza. Very good. Now sleep.

You did good Roza. Very good. Now sleep.

प्यार... क्या है।" एड्रियन के साथ बिताए पलों की एक पुरानी याद मेरे दिल में ताजा हो गई, और इन दिनों मेरे भीतर उठने वाली जज़्बात की लहरें मेरे सीने में उमड़ पड़ीं। यह बेवकूफी थी कि जब उसे गए एक दिन भी नहीं हुआ था, तब भी मैं उसके प्यार में इतनी बेचैन हो रही थी, लेकिन मैं चाहकर भी उसे और प्यार को परिभाषित करने के उसके तरीके को अपने दिमाग से निकाल नहीं पा रही थी। "...अंधेरे में जलता हुआ एक दीया है। जाड़े की रात में गर्ماहट का अहसास है। एक ऐसा तारा है जो आपको रास्ता दिखाकर घर पहुँचाता है।"

Love is . . .” An old memory with Adrian came back to me, and some of the turbulent emotion I always carried within me these days welled up in my chest. It was stupid, feeling so lovesick when he’d been gone less than a day, but I couldn’t get him or the ways he described love out of my head. “. . . a flame in the dark. A breath of warmth on a winter’s night. A star that guides you home.

Love is . . .” An old memory with Adrian came back to me, and some of the turbulent emotion I always carried within me these days welled up in my chest. It was stupid, feeling so lovesick when he’d been gone less than a day, but I couldn’t get him or the ways he described love out of my head. “. . . a flame in the dark. A breath of warmth on a winter’s night. A star that guides you home.

खुद तो जग को बरसों, दूसरों को कहो... खैर, छोड़ो।” “क्या कह रही हो? अपनी कहावतें ठीक करो।” “वह कोई कहावत नहीं थी। वह तो एक... मतलब...” उसने अंतरिक्ष की तरफ देखते हुए आँखें झपकाईं। “ऐसी चीज़ जो किसी दूसरी चीज़ का प्रतीक होती है। लेकिन वह चीज़ खुद नहीं होती। बिल्कुल उसी तरह।” “तुम्हारा मतलब रूपक से है?” “नहीं! यह किसी कहानी की तरह है... जैसे... कोई लोकोक्ति! हाँ, वही।” “मुझे पूरा यकीन है कि वह कोई लोकोक्ति नहीं थी। शायद वह कोई उपमा थी।” “मुझे ऐसा नहीं लगता।”

Look who's calling the cauldron black." "Kettle. It’s a kettle. Get your metaphors right." "That wasn’t a metaphor. It was a, you know..." He stared off into space, blinking. "One of those things that’s symbolic of another thing. But isn’t the same thing. Just like it." "You mean a metaphor?" "No! It’s like a story...like...a proverb! That’s it." "I’m pretty sure that wasn’t a proverb. Maybe it was an analogy." "I don’t think so.

Look who's calling the cauldron black." "Kettle. It’s a kettle. Get your metaphors right." "That wasn’t a metaphor. It was a, you know..." He stared off into space, blinking. "One of those things that’s symbolic of another thing. But isn’t the same thing. Just like it." "You mean a metaphor?" "No! It’s like a story...like...a proverb! That’s it." "I’m pretty sure that wasn’t a proverb. Maybe it was an analogy." "I don’t think so.

"तुम बहुत खुश लग रहे हो," उसने कहा। "क्या खाकीज़-आर-यूज़ में कोई डिस्काउंट था?"

You're in an awfully good mood," he observed. "Was there a sale at Khakis-R-Us?

You're in an awfully good mood," he observed. "Was there a sale at Khakis-R-Us?

और मुझे लगा था कि तुम अपनी कार किसी और को देने से पहले चार घंटे की ड्राइव करके आना पसंद करोगी।

And I figured you'd drive a four-hour round-trip before giving up your car to someone else

And I figured you'd drive a four-hour round-trip before giving up your car to someone else

खैर, वह मुझसे बात कर रही थी। किसी का भी गुस्सा भड़काने के लिए इतना ही काफी है। और मैंने उसपर इल्ज़ाम लगाया था कि वह मेरे पापा के साथ सो रही है क्योंकि विकास के दृष्टिकोण से वह सबसे सही चुनाव थे।

Well, she was talking to me. That's enough to make anyone lose their temper. And I accused her of sleeping with my dad because he was the soundest evolutionary choice.

Well, she was talking to me. That's enough to make anyone lose their temper. And I accused her of sleeping with my dad because he was the soundest evolutionary choice.

लेकिन मेरी आँखों में सिर्फ वही समाई हुई थी। मेरी कोई भी खूबी, या दुनिया का कोई भी बेहतरीन कलाकार यह ब्याँ नहीं कर सकता था कि वह कितनी खूबसूरत थी। इस बात पर यकीन करना नामुमकिन था कि उसने कभी अपने शरीर या रूप-रंग को लेकर कोई संकोच किया होगा। आग की रोशनी उसकी सुनहरी और निखरी त्वचा पर पड़ रही थी, जिससे वह किसी प्राचीन कथा की दिव्य अप्सरा जैसी लग रही थी। मेरा मन कर रहा था कि मैं उसके सामने घुटने टेक दूँ और ताउम्र उसकी हर बात मानने का संकल्प ले लूँ।

But all I could see was her. No skill of mine, no artist anywhere, could’ve immortalized how gorgeous she was. It was impossible to believe she’d ever had any doubts about her body. The firelight shone on her skin, golden and perfect, making her look like some radiant goddess of legend. I wanted to kneel before her and offer eternal obedience.

But all I could see was her. No skill of mine, no artist anywhere, could’ve immortalized how gorgeous she was. It was impossible to believe she’d ever had any doubts about her body. The firelight shone on her skin, golden and perfect, making her look like some radiant goddess of legend. I wanted to kneel before her and offer eternal obedience.

मुझे देखकर सेथ हँस पड़ा। “अरे,” मैंने उसे पैर से ठेलते हुए कहा, “सुधर जाओ।” “मुझे लगता है यह पहली बार है जब मैंने तुम्हें किसी ऐसी चीज़ से कम रूप में देखा है जो...” उसने शब्दों का चुनाव करते हुए रुक कर कहा, “खैर, बहुत सोच-समझकर तैयार की गई लगती है।” “वाह, ओ मीठी जुबान वाले रोमांटिक शैतान। मैं आमतौर पर ऐसा ही लुक रखती हूँ। बाकी औरतें सेक्सी या शीक या खूबसूरत दिखना चाहती हैं। लेकिन मैं? खैर, हर मामले में परफेक्ट प्लानिंग।” “तुम समझी मेरा मतलब। वैसे, थोड़ी अनियोजित दिखना भी तुम्हारे ऊपर बुरा नहीं लगता। बिल्कुल भी बुरा नहीं।” उसकी आवाज़ बेहद धीमी और मादक लग रही थी, और जब हमारी नज़रें मिलीं, तो हमारे बीच कुछ सुलग उठा।

Seth laughed when he saw me. “Hey,” I said, poking him with my foot, “be nice.” “I think this is the first time I’ve ever seen you look anything less than…” He paused, playing with word choice. “Well-planned.” “Why, you silver-tongued romantic devil. That is the look I usually go for. Other women go for sexy or chic or beautiful. But me? Well-planned all the way.” “You know what I mean. Besides, unplanned isn’t a bad look for you. Not bad at all.” His voice sounded deliciously low and dangerous, and something ignited between us as we held each other’s eyes.

Seth laughed when he saw me. “Hey,” I said, poking him with my foot, “be nice.” “I think this is the first time I’ve ever seen you look anything less than…” He paused, playing with word choice. “Well-planned.” “Why, you silver-tongued romantic devil. That is the look I usually go for. Other women go for sexy or chic or beautiful. But me? Well-planned all the way.” “You know what I mean. Besides, unplanned isn’t a bad look for you. Not bad at all.” His voice sounded deliciously low and dangerous, and something ignited between us as we held each other’s eyes.

तुम्हें तो इस बात का अंदाज़ा है, न कि मैं? ज्ञान बांटो, ओ साधु।

Who knows more about male weakness: you or me? Use my knowledge, Sage.

Who knows more about male weakness: you or me? Use my knowledge, Sage.

“बैंगनी रंग का क्या मतलब है?” एड्रियन ने दरवाज़े पर हाथ रखा। “चलना होगा, सेज। मैं डोरोथी को ज़्यादा देर इंतज़ार नहीं करवा सकता।”

What's purple mean?" Adrian put his hand on the door. "Gotta go, Sage. Dont want to keep Dorothy waiting

What's purple mean?" Adrian put his hand on the door. "Gotta go, Sage. Dont want to keep Dorothy waiting

एब ने रोज़ की तरफ देखा। "देखा तुमने?" उसने कहा। "इसे कहते हैं सच्ची निष्ठा।" रोज़ ने उसे देखकर अपनी आँखें घुमाईं।

Abe glanced at Rose. "You see that?" he said. "Now that's devotion." She rolled her eyes at him.

Abe glanced at Rose. "You see that?" he said. "Now that's devotion." She rolled her eyes at him.

तुमने खुद को संभाल लिया। तुम्हें मेरी कोई जरूरत नहीं पड़ी।" "नहीं, सिडनी।" मेरी आवाज रुँधी हुई थी। "मुझे तुम्हारी जरूरत है। तुम्हें अंदाजा भी नहीं है कि मुझे तुम्हारी कितनी जरूरत है।"

You fixed yourself. You didn’t need me.” “No, Sydney.” My voice was ragged. “I do need you. You have no idea how much I need you.

You fixed yourself. You didn’t need me.” “No, Sydney.” My voice was ragged. “I do need you. You have no idea how much I need you.

इयान काली भेड़ है।” “मुझे लगा था कि मैं काली भेड़ हूँ,” सेथ ने लगभग आहत स्वर में कहा।

Ian’s the black sheep.” “I thought I was the black sheep,” said Seth, sounding almost hurt. “No. You’re the unfocused artistic one. I’m the responsible one. Ian’s the wild, hedonistic one.” “What’s hedonistic?” asked Kendall. Her father considered. “It means you run up a lot of credit card bills you can’t pay, change jobs a lot, and have a lot of…lady friends.

Ian’s the black sheep.” “I thought I was the black sheep,” said Seth, sounding almost hurt. “No. You’re the unfocused artistic one. I’m the responsible one. Ian’s the wild, hedonistic one.” “What’s hedonistic?” asked Kendall. Her father considered. “It means you run up a lot of credit card bills you can’t pay, change jobs a lot, and have a lot of…lady friends.

"मुझे तो हमेशा से बर्फीली ताकत चाहिए थी।" "बर्फीली ताकत?" "हाँ।" सेट ने नाटकीय ढंग से मेरे कॉफी टेबल की ओर इशारा किया। "अगर हम सुपरहीरो की क्षमताओं की बात कर रहे हैं। अगर मेरे पास बर्फीली ताकत होती, तो मैं हाथ हिलाता, और अचानक वो सब कुछ बर्फ से ढँक जाता।" "बर्फीली नहीं?" "एक जैसा ही है।" "बर्फ या फिर बर्फ की ताकत से तुम अपराधों से कैसे लड़ोगे?" "मुझे नहीं पता कि यह काम करेगा या नहीं, लेकिन यह बहुत शानदार होता।"

Me, I always wanted frost power.” “Frost power?” “Yeah.” Seth gestured dramatically toward my coffee table. “If we’re talking superhero abilities. If I had frost power, I could wave my hand, and suddenly that whole thing would be covered in ice.” “Not frost?” “Same difference.” “How would frost and/or ice power help you fight crime?” “Well, I don’t know that it would. But it’d be cool.

Me, I always wanted frost power.” “Frost power?” “Yeah.” Seth gestured dramatically toward my coffee table. “If we’re talking superhero abilities. If I had frost power, I could wave my hand, and suddenly that whole thing would be covered in ice.” “Not frost?” “Same difference.” “How would frost and/or ice power help you fight crime?” “Well, I don’t know that it would. But it’d be cool.

“मैं खतरनाक नहीं हूँ,” मैंने हाँफते हुए कहा। वह अपना चेहरा मेरे करीब ले आया। “तुम मेरे लिए हो।” और अजीब बात थी कि तमाम तर्कों के बावजूद, हम एक-दूसरे को चूम रहे थे।

I’m not dangerous,” I breathed. He brought his face toward mine. “You are to me.” And somehow, against all reason, we were kissing.

I’m not dangerous,” I breathed. He brought his face toward mine. “You are to me.” And somehow, against all reason, we were kissing.

अरे रोज़, वापस स्वागत है। क्या तुम अब भी लोगों के दिल तोड़ रही हो?" "क्या तुम अपनी इच्छा से यह काम करना चाहते हो?" उसकी मुस्कान और चौड़ी हो गई। "चलो कभी मिलते हैं और देखते हैं। बशर्ते तुम्हें कभी पैरोल मिल जाए।"

Hey Rose, welcome back. You still breaking hearts?" "Are you volunteering?" His grin widened." Let's hang out sometime and find out. If you ever get parole.

Hey Rose, welcome back. You still breaking hearts?" "Are you volunteering?" His grin widened." Let's hang out sometime and find out. If you ever get parole.

वह मेरी है, और मैं उसका हूँ।

She is mine, and I am hers.

She is mine, and I am hers.

दिमित्री सबसे खतरनाक गार्डियनों में से एक को पहले से जानता था। ज़ाहिर है, दिमित्री खुद भी काफी खतरनाक था, इसलिए मुझे हैरान नहीं होना चाहिए था।

Dimitri was on a first name basis with one of the most badass guardians around. Of course, Dimitri was pretty badass himself, so I shouldn’t have been surprised.

Dimitri was on a first name basis with one of the most badass guardians around. Of course, Dimitri was pretty badass himself, so I shouldn’t have been surprised.

"क्या कोई उम्मीद बची है?" मैंने पूछा। "अगर स्वर्गदूत भी गिरते हैं, तो बाकी सब के लिए क्या उम्मीद है?" उसने कहा, "कोई नहीं है। हमें खुद ही आगे बढ़ना है। और हमें अपनी जान बचाने के लिए सबसे अच्छे लगने वाले फैसले खुद लेने होंगे।"

What hope is there?” I asked. “If even angels fall, what hope is there for the rest of us?” “There isn’t,” he said. “We’re on our own. And we have to make the choices we think are best for our own survival.

What hope is there?” I asked. “If even angels fall, what hope is there for the rest of us?” “There isn’t,” he said. “We’re on our own. And we have to make the choices we think are best for our own survival.

उसने झूठी हमदर्दी जताते हुए अपना सिर हिलाया। “सच कह रहा हूँ सेज। कभी-कभी मुझे लगता है कि मुझे ही तुम्हारे नाम का रिस्ट्र्रेनिंग ऑर्डर (दूर रहने का आदेश) ले लेना चाहिए।”

He shook his head in mock sympathy. "I tell you, Sage. Sometimes I think I am the one who needs to take out the restraining order on you.

He shook his head in mock sympathy. "I tell you, Sage. Sometimes I think I am the one who needs to take out the restraining order on you.

बस दोस्त, सिर्फ दोस्त। उस बुकस्टोर में खड़े होकर सेथ को जाते हुए देखते हुए, मैं सोच रही थी कि आज भी कोई इस घिसी-पिटी बात का इस्तेमाल कैसे कर सकता है। लेकिन मैं जानती थी कि क्यों, बेशक। इसका इस्तेमाल इसलिए किया जाता था क्योंकि लोग अब भी इस पर यकीन करते थे। या कम से कम करना चाहते थे।

Just friends, just friends. Standing there in the bookstore, watching Seth walk away, I half wondered how anyone could still use that line. But I knew why, of course. It was used because people still believed it. Or at least they wanted to.

Just friends, just friends. Standing there in the bookstore, watching Seth walk away, I half wondered how anyone could still use that line. But I knew why, of course. It was used because people still believed it. Or at least they wanted to.

पर अब जबकि मेरे पास कार नहीं है, तो मैं अपने जन्मदिन के वादे को पूरा नहीं कर पाऊँगी।” सिडनी ने कुछ पल इस पर विचार किया। “खैर, कार तो मेरे पास है।” एक घंटे बाद, मैंने कसम खाई कि मैं उस माज़दा का कभी मज़ाक नहीं उड़ाऊँगा।

Except, now that I don’t have a car, I can’t really make good on my birthday promise.” Sydney thought about it for several moments. “Well. I’ve got a car.” An hour later, I vowed I’d never make fun of that Mazda again.

Except, now that I don’t have a car, I can’t really make good on my birthday promise.” Sydney thought about it for several moments. “Well. I’ve got a car.” An hour later, I vowed I’d never make fun of that Mazda again.

मैंने कभी नहीं सोचा था कि मेरा पहला अनुभव जंगल के किसी केबिन में होगा, लेकिन मुझे एहसास हुआ कि जगह कोई मायने नहीं रखती। इंसान मायने रखता है। जिसे आप प्यार करते हैं, उसके साथ आप कहीं भी हो सकते हैं, और वह पल अद्भुत होगा। दुनिया के सबसे शानदार बिस्तर पर होना भी कोई मायने नहीं रखता अगर आप ऐसे इंसान के साथ हैं जिसे आप प्यार नहीं करते।

I'd never expected my first time to be in a cabin in the woods, but I realized the place didn't matter. The person did. With someone you loved, you could be anywhere, and it would be incredible. Being in the most luxurious bed in the world wouldn't matter if you were with someone you didn't love.

I'd never expected my first time to be in a cabin in the woods, but I realized the place didn't matter. The person did. With someone you loved, you could be anywhere, and it would be incredible. Being in the most luxurious bed in the world wouldn't matter if you were with someone you didn't love.

जब किसी को प्यार करते हो, तो यह मत सोचो कि तुम क्या कर सकते हो। असल में, जब किसी प्रियजन की बात आती है, तो तुम कुछ भी करने को तैयार हो।

Don’t take the high ground and assume you already know what you’ll do. The truth is, when it comes to someone you love, you’ll find there isn’t anything you won’t do.

Don’t take the high ground and assume you already know what you’ll do. The truth is, when it comes to someone you love, you’ll find there isn’t anything you won’t do.

मैंने मार्कस के आसपास दूसरी लड़कियों जैसी प्रतिक्रिया पाने की कोशिश की, लेकिन कुछ नहीं हुआ। मैंने चाहे जितनी कोशिश की हो, मुझे वैसा आकर्षण महसूस ही नहीं हुआ। मैंने तय किया कि उसके बाल कुछ ज़्यादा ही सुनहरे थे। और उसकी आँखों में थोड़ा और हरापन होना चाहिए था।

I tried to dredge up the same reaction other girls had around Marcus, but nothing happened. No matter how hard I tried, I just didn't have that same attraction His hair was too blond, I decided. And his eyes needed a little more green.

I tried to dredge up the same reaction other girls had around Marcus, but nothing happened. No matter how hard I tried, I just didn't have that same attraction His hair was too blond, I decided. And his eyes needed a little more green.

अरे मेसन, अपने चेहरे से यह लार पोंछ लो। अगर तुम्हें मेरे बारे में गंदे ख्याल ही लाने हैं, तो अपने खाली समय में लाना। -मेसन से रोज़

Hey Mason, wipe that drool off you face. If you're going to think about me naked, do it on your own time. -Rose to Mason

Hey Mason, wipe that drool off you face. If you're going to think about me naked, do it on your own time. -Rose to Mason

जब तक हम साथ हैं, हम ऐसे ही रहेंगे। न कोई कंपकंपी, न कोई घबराहट। हमें कोई नहीं रोक सकता।

As long as we’re together, that’s how we’ll be. No trembling. No faltering. We’re unstoppable.

As long as we’re together, that’s how we’ll be. No trembling. No faltering. We’re unstoppable.

आह, यूजीनी। मैं जानता हूँ। हम विजयी होंगे, तुम और मैं। हम इस दुनिया के सबसे ताकतवर राजा हैं। तुम और मैं इस सेना का नेतृत्व करेंगे, और हम रोवन की भूमि को जीत लेंगे। हम इसे आपस में बाँट लेंगे, अपने राज्यों में जोड़ लेंगे... और वहाँ से, हम कहीं भी जा सकते हैं। हम मिलकर इस आधी दुनिया पर राज कर सकते हैं—इस पूरी दुनिया पर—तुम और मैं। एक के बाद एक साम्राज्य हमारे सामने घुटने टेक देंगे।

Ah, Eugenie. I know. We will be victorious, you and me. We're the strongest monarchs in this world. You and I will lead this army, and we will conquer the Rowan land. We'll split it between us, adding on to our kingdoms...and from there, we can go anywhere. We could rule half this world together - all of this world - you and me. Kingdom after kingdom would fall to us.

Ah, Eugenie. I know. We will be victorious, you and me. We're the strongest monarchs in this world. You and I will lead this army, and we will conquer the Rowan land. We'll split it between us, adding on to our kingdoms...and from there, we can go anywhere. We could rule half this world together - all of this world - you and me. Kingdom after kingdom would fall to us.

"मैं तुमसे प्यार करता था!" उसने चिल्लाया। वह कुर्सी से इतनी जल्दी में उछला कि मैं कभी नहीं समझ पाया। "मैं तुमसे प्यार करता था, और तुमने मुझे बर्बाद कर दिया। तुमने मेरा दिल तोड़ दिया, उसे फाड़ दिया।"

I loved you!" he yelled. He jumped up out of his chair so quickly I never saw it coming. "I loved you, and you destroyed me. You took my heart and ripped it up.

I loved you!" he yelled. He jumped up out of his chair so quickly I never saw it coming. "I loved you, and you destroyed me. You took my heart and ripped it up.

ज़ra is tarah se sochiye," miss terwilliger ne kuch der aaram se sochne ke baad kaha, "callistana tum dono ko apne maa-baap ki tarah dekhti hai.

Look at it this way," Ms. Terwilliger said, after several moments of thought. "The callistana thinks of you two as its parents.

Look at it this way," Ms. Terwilliger said, after several moments of thought. "The callistana thinks of you two as its parents.

हम उसे संभाल लेंगे। वैसे भी, वह किसी ऐसे इंसान को डिज़र्व करती है जो गैप किड्स से कपड़े न खरीदता हो। -मिया और एरॉन के बारे में लिसा से रोज़

We can take her. Besides, he deserves someone who doesn't shop at Gap Kids. -Rose to Lissa on Mia and Aaron

We can take her. Besides, he deserves someone who doesn't shop at Gap Kids. -Rose to Lissa on Mia and Aaron

“खैर... मैं बर्थ कंट्रोल पर हूँ।” मैं फिर से पानी पी रही थी और उसमें दम घुटने लगा। खांसने के कुछ पलों के बाद ही मैं हांफते हुए बोल पाई, “क्या?” “इसे असर करने में थोड़ा समय लगता है, इसलिए मैंने सोचा कि मुझे तैयार रहना चाहिए, बस यूँ ही।” “बस यूँ ही,” मैंने अवाक रहते हुए बात दोहराई।

Well...I'm on birth control" I was drinking the water again and choked on it. It took several moments of coughing before I could gasp out. "What?" "It takes a while for it to start working, so I figured I should be prepared, just in case." "Just in case," I repeated, still dumbfounded.

Well...I'm on birth control" I was drinking the water again and choked on it. It took several moments of coughing before I could gasp out. "What?" "It takes a while for it to start working, so I figured I should be prepared, just in case." "Just in case," I repeated, still dumbfounded.

एवरी भी उसकी बहुत फिक्र करती है, इसलिए लिसा अच्छे हाथों में है। एवरी वाकई बहुत कमाल की है।” मैंने उसे एक तीखी नज़र से देखा। “कमाल की? क्या तुम उसे पसंद करते हो या कुछ और?” मैं एवरी की वह बात भूली नहीं थी जिसमें उसने उसके लिए दरवाज़ा खुला छोड़ने की बात कही थी। “ज़रूर मैं उसे पसंद करता हूँ। वह बहुत अच्छी इंसान है।” “नहीं, मेरा मतलब उस तरह से पसंद करने से है। उस तरह से नहीं।” “ओह, मैं समझ गया,” उसने आँखें घुमाते हुए कहा। “हम ‘पसंद’ करने की बचकानी परिभाषाओं पर बात कर रहे हैं।”

Avery worries about her, too, so Lissa's in good hands. Avery's pretty amazing." I gave him a scathing look. "Amazing? Do you like her or something?" I hadn't forgotten Avery's comment about leaving the door unlocked for him. "Of course I like her. She's a great person." "No, I mean like. Not like." "Oh, I see," he said, rolling his eyes. "We're dealing with elementary school definitions of 'like'.

Avery worries about her, too, so Lissa's in good hands. Avery's pretty amazing." I gave him a scathing look. "Amazing? Do you like her or something?" I hadn't forgotten Avery's comment about leaving the door unlocked for him. "Of course I like her. She's a great person." "No, I mean like. Not like." "Oh, I see," he said, rolling his eyes. "We're dealing with elementary school definitions of 'like'.

लिसा घुटने टेक गई, चेहरे पर करुणा थी। मुझे आश्चर्यचकित होना नहीं था, क्योंकि उसके हमेशा से ही जानवरों के प्रति झुकाव रहा था। मैंने उसे उस दिन हमामी और शेल-ट्रेप के बीच हुए खूंखार झगड़े के बाद कई दिनों तक डाँटा था। मैंने उस झगड़े को योग्य प्रतिद्वंद्वियों का परीक्षण समझने की कोशिश की थी, जबकि उसने इसे जानवरों के प्रति क्रूरता के रूप में देखा था।

Lissa knelt down, compassion on her face. I wasn't surprised, since she'd always had a thing for animals. She'd lectured me for days after I'd instigated the infamous hamster-and-hermit-crab fight. I'd viewed the fight as a testing of worthy opponents. She'd seen it as animal cruelty.

Lissa knelt down, compassion on her face. I wasn't surprised, since she'd always had a thing for animals. She'd lectured me for days after I'd instigated the infamous hamster-and-hermit-crab fight. I'd viewed the fight as a testing of worthy opponents. She'd seen it as animal cruelty.

main abhi bhi yahin hoon, tumse abhi bhi utna hi pyaar karta hoon, aur tumhari parwaah kisi bhi doosre ladke se kahin zyada karta hoon." -adrian-

I’m still here, still in love with you, and care about you more than any other guy ever will." -Adrian-

I’m still here, still in love with you, and care about you more than any other guy ever will." -Adrian-

तुम्हारा क्या मतलब है कि कुछ नहीं हुआ? क्या धरती नहीं हिली या तारों की चाल नहीं बदली या ऐसा कुछ नहीं हुआ? -एरॉन के साथ सोने के बाद लिसा से रोज़

What do you mean it wasn't anything? Didn't the earth move or the planets align or something? -Rose to Lissa on sleeping with Aaron

What do you mean it wasn't anything? Didn't the earth move or the planets align or something? -Rose to Lissa on sleeping with Aaron

यह एड्रियन इवाशकोव का लॉजिक है। इसे समझने की कोशिश मत करो। बस इसके साथ बहते जाओ।

It’s Adrian Ivashkov logic. Don’t try to understand it. Just roll with it.

It’s Adrian Ivashkov logic. Don’t try to understand it. Just roll with it.

उसके बाहरी व्यक्तित्व से ज़्यादा मेरे दिल पर उसकी मौजूदगी का असर हुआ। सिर्फ उसके साथ होने भर से मुझे गर्मजोशी और सुरक्षा का अहसास हुआ। उसने मेरे उस भयानक दिन के बाद मुझे सुकून दिया था। दूसरे लोगों के साथ अक्सर मुझे केंद्र में रहने, मज़ाकिया बनने और हमेशा कुछ चतुराई से भरी बात कहने की ज़रूरत महसूस होती थी। यह एक ऐसी आदत थी जिससे मुझे छुटकारा पाना था। लेकिन उसके साथ मुझे कभी ऐसा महसूस नहीं हुआ कि मुझे अपने अलावा कुछ और बनने की ज़रूरत है। मुझे उसे एंटरटेन करने, चुटकुले सोचने या यहाँ तक कि फ़्लर्ट करने की भी ज़रूरत नहीं पड़ी। बस एक-दूसरे के साथ होना काफी था, एक-दूसरे की मौजूदगी में पूरी तरह से सहज होना—हम अपनी झेंप पूरी तरह भूल गए थे।

More than his exterior hit me. I felt warm and safe just being with him. He brought comfort after my terrible day. So often with other people I felt a need to be center of attention, to be funny and always have something clever to say. It was a habit I needed to shake. But with him I never felt like I had to be anything more than what I already was. I didn’t have to entertain him or think up jokes or even flirt. It was enough to just be together, to be so completely comfortable in each other’s presence—we lost all sense of self-consciousness.

More than his exterior hit me. I felt warm and safe just being with him. He brought comfort after my terrible day. So often with other people I felt a need to be center of attention, to be funny and always have something clever to say. It was a habit I needed to shake. But with him I never felt like I had to be anything more than what I already was. I didn’t have to entertain him or think up jokes or even flirt. It was enough to just be together, to be so completely comfortable in each other’s presence—we lost all sense of self-consciousness.

मुझे पता है कि तुम्हें मुझे याद करके कितना दर्द होगा, लेकिन एक संदेश भेजो, और मैं तुम्हारी पीड़ा को कम करने की कोशिश करूँगी।

I know how devastated you must be to miss me, but leave a message, and I'll try to ease your agony

I know how devastated you must be to miss me, but leave a message, and I'll try to ease your agony

us dragon ka kya hua?" maine sabse gambhir lehje mein pucha. "usey ek naam diya gaya hai, tumhe pata toh hona chahiye." adrian peeche hata aur mujhe ek hairan-kun nazar se dekha. "sach kahun toh mujhe nahi pata tha. tumne kya naam socha hai?" "hopper." jab adrian has pada, toh maine jodh diya, "sabse behtarin khargosh. usey yeh jaan kar bahut garv hota ki uska naam kisi aur ko diya ja raha hai." "haan, mujhe yakeen hai ki usey hota. kya tumne mustang ka naam bhi rakha hai?" "mera matlab shayd ivashkinator se tha." woh mujhe hairani se dekhne laga. "maine tumse kaha tha na ki main tumse pyaar karta hoon, hai na?" "haan," maine usey yaas dilai. "kaafi baar."

Whatever happened to the dragon?" I mustered my primmest tone. "He has a name, you know." Adrian pulled back and gave me a curious look. "I didn't know, actually. What'd you decide on?" "Hopper" When Adrian laughed, I added "Best rabbit ever. He'd be proud to know his name is being passed on." "Yes, I'm sure he would. Did you name the Mustang too?" "I think you mean the Ivashkinator." He stared at me in wonder. "I told you I loved you, right? "Yes," I assured him. "Many Times

Whatever happened to the dragon?" I mustered my primmest tone. "He has a name, you know." Adrian pulled back and gave me a curious look. "I didn't know, actually. What'd you decide on?" "Hopper" When Adrian laughed, I added "Best rabbit ever. He'd be proud to know his name is being passed on." "Yes, I'm sure he would. Did you name the Mustang too?" "I think you mean the Ivashkinator." He stared at me in wonder. "I told you I loved you, right? "Yes," I assured him. "Many Times

तुम इतनी खूबसूरत हो कि कभी-कभी मुझे तकलीफ होती है। -दिमित्री से रोज़

You are so beautiful, it hurts me sometimes. -Dimitri to Rose

You are so beautiful, it hurts me sometimes. -Dimitri to Rose

मैंने उम्मीद की उस छोटी सी चिंगारी को थामे रखा, और उसे एक छोटी सी लौ में बदल दिया जिसने मेरे दिल के कुछ अंधेरों को दूर भगा दिया।

I clung to that spark of hope, nurturing it into a small flame that chased some of the shadows in my heart away.

I clung to that spark of hope, nurturing it into a small flame that chased some of the shadows in my heart away.

...लेकिन दिमित्री... खैर, मेरा पूर्व प्रेमी और प्रशिक्षक बिल्कुल अलग श्रेणी का इंसान था। उसकी लड़ने की क्षमता किसी से भी बढ़कर थी, और वह उन सबका इस्तेमाल मेरी रक्षा के लिए कर रहा था। “पीछे हटो,” उसने मुझे आदेश दिया। “वे तुम पर हाथ तक नहीं लगा सकते।”

...but Dimitri...well, my former lover and instructor was in a category all his own. His fighting skills were beyond anyone else's, and he was using them all in defense of me. "Stay back," he ordered me. "They aren't laying a hand on you.

...but Dimitri...well, my former lover and instructor was in a category all his own. His fighting skills were beyond anyone else's, and he was using them all in defense of me. "Stay back," he ordered me. "They aren't laying a hand on you.

"अरे, इसीलिए तो तुम यहाँ खड़े हो? बस एक 'दुख- misery' पार्टी के लिए? " “ये मज़ाक नहीं है। मैं गंभीर हूँ।" मुझे पता चल गया कि लिस्सा गुस्सा हो रही है। इससे उसका पहले का दुःख पूरी तरह से दब गया था। उसने कंधे उचकाए और ढीले-ढाले ढंग से ढलान वाली दीवार के सहारे बैठ गए। “मैं भी यही सोच रहा हूँ। मुझे दुःख- misery पार्टियाँ बहुत पसंद हैं। मुझे इच्छा थी कि मैंने टोपीएँ लेकर आई होती। तुम पहले किस बारे में दुखी होना चाहते हो? यह जानने के बारे में कि तुम्हें लोकप्रिय और प्यार पाने में एक पूरा दिन लगेगा? यह जानने के बारे में कि होलसीटर से नए कपड़े भेजने में तुम्हें कुछ हफ़्ते इंतज़ार करना पड़ेगा? अगर तुम जल्दी शिपिंग के लिए पैसे खर्च करोगे, तो शायद यह उतना लंबा न हो।"

Oh, so that's why you're up here. For a pity party." "This isn't a joke. I'm serious." I could tell Lissa was getting angry. It was trumping her earlier distress. He shrugged and leaned casually against the sloping wall. "So am I. I love pity parties. I wish I'd brought the hats. What do you want to mope about first? How it's going to take you a whole day to be popular and loved again? How you'll have to wait a couple weeks before Hollister can ship out some new clothes? If you spring for rush shipping, it might not be so long.

Oh, so that's why you're up here. For a pity party." "This isn't a joke. I'm serious." I could tell Lissa was getting angry. It was trumping her earlier distress. He shrugged and leaned casually against the sloping wall. "So am I. I love pity parties. I wish I'd brought the hats. What do you want to mope about first? How it's going to take you a whole day to be popular and loved again? How you'll have to wait a couple weeks before Hollister can ship out some new clothes? If you spring for rush shipping, it might not be so long.

adrian ne achanak upar meri taraf dekha. hamari nazrein mili, aur mujhe laga jaise woh mere dil ki baat padh raha ho. woh us kiss ke baare mein kitni baar sochta hoga? aur agar woh sach mein mujhse pagalpan ki had tak pyaar karta tha, toh kya usne sirf kiss karne se zyada kuch socha tha? kya usne mere baare mein koi fantasies banai thi? woh kis tarah ki baatein sochta hoga? uske hont meri gardan par? uska haath meri taang par? aur kya woh taang khuli thi . . . ?

Adrian suddenly glanced up at me. Our gazes locked, and I felt like he could read my mind. How often did he think about that kiss? And if he really was crazy about me, did he imagine more than just kissing? Did he fantasize about me? What kinds of things did he think about? His lips on my neck? His hand on my leg? And was that leg bare . . . ?

Adrian suddenly glanced up at me. Our gazes locked, and I felt like he could read my mind. How often did he think about that kiss? And if he really was crazy about me, did he imagine more than just kissing? Did he fantasize about me? What kinds of things did he think about? His lips on my neck? His hand on my leg? And was that leg bare . . . ?

हाँ, रोज़ा। मैं तुम्हें पाना चाहता था। मैं आज भी चाहता हूँ। काश... हम साथ हो सकते। -अपने रिश्ते के बारे में रोज़ से दिमित्री

Yes, Roza. I did want you. I still do. I wish... we could be together. -Dimitri to Rose on their relationship

Yes, Roza. I did want you. I still do. I wish... we could be together. -Dimitri to Rose on their relationship

मुझे बचाने आ रहे हो?' 'बेशक। हम यही तो करते हैं। मैं तुम्हें बचाता हूँ; तुम मुझे बचाती हो। जब भी दूसरे को ज़रूरत होती है, हम बारी-बारी से यह काम करते हैं।'

Coming to my rescue?' 'Of course. It's what we do. I rescue you; you rescue me. We just take turns whenever the other needs it.

Coming to my rescue?' 'Of course. It's what we do. I rescue you; you rescue me. We just take turns whenever the other needs it.

तुम क्या हो? स्कूल के बाद प्रसारित होने वाला कोई विज्ञापन?

What are you? An after school special?

What are you? An after school special?

देखा मैंने, भगवान, "मुझे इससे बाहर निकालो, और मैं ये बेकार की चर्च जाने की आदत छोड़ दूँगा।" तुमने आज रात एक स्ट्रिगॉई के झुंड से बचा लिया। मतलब, दरवाजों के बीच में उस एक को फँसाना सच में काम नहीं करना चाहिए था, तो जाहिर है तुम इसमें साथ हो। मुझे इससे निकाल लो, और मैं...मुझे नहीं पता। एड्रियन की पैसे गरीबों को दे दूँ। बाप्तिस्मा करवा लूँ। कोई मठ जॉइन कर लूँ। नहीं, नहीं, वो आखिरी बात बिल्कुल नहीं।

Okay, God, I thought. Get me out of this and I’ll stop my half-assed church-going ways. You got me past a pack of Strigoi tonight. I mean, trapping that one between the doors really shouldn't have worked, so clearly you're on board. Let me get out of here, and I’ll...I don’t know. Donate Adrian’s money to the poor. Get baptized. Join a convent. Well, no. Not that last one.

Okay, God, I thought. Get me out of this and I’ll stop my half-assed church-going ways. You got me past a pack of Strigoi tonight. I mean, trapping that one between the doors really shouldn't have worked, so clearly you're on board. Let me get out of here, and I’ll...I don’t know. Donate Adrian’s money to the poor. Get baptized. Join a convent. Well, no. Not that last one.

dekho, sage. main chemistry, computer hacking ya photosynthesis ke baare mein zyada nahi jaanta, lekin yeh ek aisi cheez hai jiska mere paas lamba tajurba hai." mujhe laga ki uska matlab photosynthesis tha, par maine usey theek nahi kiya. "mere gyaan ka istemal karo. ise zaya mat hone do."

Look, Sage. I don't know much about chemistry or computer hacking or photosynthery, but this is something I've got a lot of experience with." I think he mean photosynthesis, but I didn't correct him. "Use my knowledge. Don't let it go to waste.

Look, Sage. I don't know much about chemistry or computer hacking or photosynthery, but this is something I've got a lot of experience with." I think he mean photosynthesis, but I didn't correct him. "Use my knowledge. Don't let it go to waste.

सच, है ना? सच सुनना कोई नहीं चाहता। सच कभी भी आकर्षक नहीं होता। लेकिन तुम... तुम सचमुच इतने कमाल की खूबसूरत हो कि यकीन ही नहीं होता। -क्रिश्चियन से लिसा

The truth, huh? No one wants to hear the truth. The truth is never sexy. But you... You are too goddamned sexy to be real. -Christian to Lissa

The truth, huh? No one wants to hear the truth. The truth is never sexy. But you... You are too goddamned sexy to be real. -Christian to Lissa

“अरे, शुक्रिया,” उसने कहा। यह देखना अच्छा लगा कि आख़िरकार एक महिला इस लहजे के असर से अछूती रही। इसका मतलब यह नहीं था कि रोज़ को लहजे पसंद नहीं थे। वह बस यूरोप के दूसरी तरफ़ के लहजे को ज़्यादा पसंद करती थी।

Um, thanks,” she said. It was nice to see one woman finally immune to that accent. That wasn’t to say Rose wasn’t a sucker for accents. She just preferred hers from the other side of Europe.

Um, thanks,” she said. It was nice to see one woman finally immune to that accent. That wasn’t to say Rose wasn’t a sucker for accents. She just preferred hers from the other side of Europe.

अगर तुमने मुझे एक बार फिर लिसा के खिलाफ भड़काने की कोशिश की, तो कहानियों का विषय यह होगा कि तुम खून से लथपथ हो क्योंकि मैं तुम्हारा गला फाड़कर रख दूँगी!

If you try to turn me against Lissa one more time the stories are going to be about you bleeding because I'll have ripped your throat out!

If you try to turn me against Lissa one more time the stories are going to be about you bleeding because I'll have ripped your throat out!

उसने गहरी साँस ली और फिर सीधे मेरी आँखों पर ध्यान केंद्रित किया। ऐसा लगा जैसे मैं किसी हरे-भरे समुद्र में डूब रहा हूँ। उस दुनिया में बस उसकी आँखें ही थीं। “मैं तुम्हें चुंबन देना चाहता हूँ, रोज,” उसने धीरे से कहा। “और मैं चाहता हूँ कि तुम भी मुझे चाहती हो।”

He sighed and then focused his eyes right on me. It was like drowning, drowning in seas of green. There was nothing in the world except for those eyes. "I want to kiss you, Rose," he said softly. "And I want you to want me too.

He sighed and then focused his eyes right on me. It was like drowning, drowning in seas of green. There was nothing in the world except for those eyes. "I want to kiss you, Rose," he said softly. "And I want you to want me too.

maine usey aisi muskan di jo mujhe umeed thi ki uski muskan ki tarah hi chamkilegi. "mujhe ehsaas hua hai ki mujhe pyaar ho gaya hai." marcus chauchte hue idhar-udhar dekhne laga, maano usey ummeed ho ki mera aashiq bhi gaadi mein hi hamare sath baitha hoga. "aur tumhe abhi iska ehsaas hua hai? kya tumhe abhi koi divya drishti mili hai?" "us zarurat hi nahi padi," maine wolfe ki orkneys ki badnaseeb yatra ko yaad karte hue kaha. "yeh toh hamesha se mere theek saamne hi tha."

I gave him a smile that I hoped was as dazzling as one of his. "I realized I'm in love." Marcus, startled, looked around as though he expected to see my object d'amour in the car with us. "And you just realized this? Did you just have some sort of vision?" "Didn't need to," I said, thinking of Wolfe's ill-fated trip to the Orkneys. "It's always been right in front of me.

I gave him a smile that I hoped was as dazzling as one of his. "I realized I'm in love." Marcus, startled, looked around as though he expected to see my object d'amour in the car with us. "And you just realized this? Did you just have some sort of vision?" "Didn't need to," I said, thinking of Wolfe's ill-fated trip to the Orkneys. "It's always been right in front of me.

कुलिनरी साइंस? तुमने कुलिनरी साइंस चुना है? यह दुनिया की सबसे बेहूदी क्लास है। -क्रिश्चियन से रोज़

Culinary science? You elected culinary science? That's the most brainless class ever. -Rose to Christian

Culinary science? You elected culinary science? That's the most brainless class ever. -Rose to Christian

उसने कुछ पल और चिंता से मुझे घूरा और फिर थोड़ी सहज हो गई। “ठीक है। पर अगर तुम्हें किसी चीज़ की ज़रूरत हो—” “मुझे पता है, मुझे पता है। लव फोन पर कॉल कर देना।”

She stared at me with concern a few moments longer and then relaxed a little. "Okay. But if you need anything—" "I know, I know. Call on the Love Phone.

She stared at me with concern a few moments longer and then relaxed a little. "Okay. But if you need anything—" "I know, I know. Call on the Love Phone.

दिमित्री को इस वक्त मेरे साथ होना चाहिए था। बात तो ऐसे ही तय हुई थी।

Dimitri should have been here with me. That's how it was supposed to have been.

Dimitri should have been here with me. That's how it was supposed to have been.

जैसे मैं उसके ख़िलाफ़ लड़ रहा था, बचाव करने की कोशिश कर रहा था, लेकिन यह दिमित्री पर क्रैक के नशे में लड़ने जैसा था - यह बेवकूफ़ी थी।

I fought against her, trying to mount some kind of defense, but it was like fighting Dimitri on crack.

I fought against her, trying to mount some kind of defense, but it was like fighting Dimitri on crack.

kya tum amberwood aa sakte ho? mujhe curfew todne aur apne dorm se bhagne mein meri madad chahiye." kuch der khamoshi chhai rahi. "sage, main pichle do mahine se tumhare muh se yehi shabd sunne ka intezaar kar raha tha. kya tum chahti hoon ki main ek seedhi lekar aaun?"

Can you come over to Amberwood? I need you to help me break curfew and escape my dorm.” There were a few moments of silence. “Sage, I’ve been waiting two months to hear you say those words. You want me to bring a ladder?

Can you come over to Amberwood? I need you to help me break curfew and escape my dorm.” There were a few moments of silence. “Sage, I’ve been waiting two months to hear you say those words. You want me to bring a ladder?

हाँ मेरे- अरे, क्या तुम मेरे सीने को घूर रहे हो? -एड्रियान से रोज़

Yeah according to my- Hey, are you staring at my chest? -Rose to Adrian

Yeah according to my- Hey, are you staring at my chest? -Rose to Adrian

उसने समझाया, “जैसा कि मैंने पहले कहा, मुझे नहीं पता कि इनेज़ कितनी मददगार साबित होगी। वह बहुत सनकी है और अपनी मर्जी से चलती है। अगर वह तुम्हें पसंद करती है, तो शायद वह तुम्हें कुछ बता दे। अगर नहीं, तो फिर...” मिस टरविलीगर ने कंधे उचकाए। “तो शायद हमारे पास तस्वीरें खिंचवाने का समय मिल जाए।” एड्रियन बोला, “बल्ले-बल्ले।” जब मैंने उसे घूरकर देखा, तो उसने झट से जोड़ा, “लेकिन ज़ाहिर है वह तुम्हें पसंद करेगी।”

Like I said before, I don't know how helpful Inez will be, " she explained. "She's very eccentric and controlled by her whims. If she likes you, she might tell you something. If she doesn't, well..." Ms. Terwilliger shrugged. "Then maybe we'll have time for photo ops." "Score," said Adrian. When I shot him a look, he added quickly, "But of course she'll like you.

Like I said before, I don't know how helpful Inez will be, " she explained. "She's very eccentric and controlled by her whims. If she likes you, she might tell you something. If she doesn't, well..." Ms. Terwilliger shrugged. "Then maybe we'll have time for photo ops." "Score," said Adrian. When I shot him a look, he added quickly, "But of course she'll like you.

प्यार के बारे में मैंने अपनी ज़िंदगी में अगर कुछ सीखा था, तो वह यह था कि ये बड़ी नाज़ुक चीज़ें होती हैं जो किसी भी पल खत्म हो सकती हैं। सावधानी बरतना बेहद ज़रूरी था—पर अपनी जान जोखिम में डालकर नहीं।

If I had learned anything in my life about love, it was that they were tenous things that could end at any moment. Caution was essential-but not at the cost of risking your life

If I had learned anything in my life about love, it was that they were tenous things that could end at any moment. Caution was essential-but not at the cost of risking your life

मुझे आवेगों पर नियंत्रण करने में बहुत कठिनाई होती है।

I'm really not good with impulse control.

I'm really not good with impulse control.

adrian ne achanak ek gali ki taraf tezi se turn liya jiske paas se hum lagbhag nikal hi chuke the. jab usne footpath ko touch kiya toh main jhatke se seedhi ho gayi. "yeh kya kar rahe ho? apne tairon ke baare mein socho!"

Adrian suddenly made an abrupt turn onto a side street we'd nearly driven past. I jerked upright as he clipped the curb. "What are you doing? Think about your tires!

Adrian suddenly made an abrupt turn onto a side street we'd nearly driven past. I jerked upright as he clipped the curb. "What are you doing? Think about your tires!

क्योंकि यह बहुत साफ़ है, मैं तुमसे प्यार करता हूँ, और अब मैं यह नाटक और नहीं करना चाहता कि मैं तुमसे प्यार नहीं करता। -दिमित्री से रोज़

Because it's simple, I love you, and I don't want to keep pretending like I don't. -Rose to Dimitri

Because it's simple, I love you, and I don't want to keep pretending like I don't. -Rose to Dimitri

“तो फिर बात पक्की रही,” मैंने कहा। “हम एक ड्रीम कॉन्फ़्रेंस कॉल करेंगे।” वह प्यार और परमानंद फीका पड़ गया। “रुको। बात कैसे पक्की हुई? हम मेरे प्यार का इज़ार करने से लेकर सपने में मिलने को ठीक मानने तक कैसे पहुँच गए?” “यह एड्रियन इवाशकोव का लॉजिक है। इसे समझने की कोशिश मत करो। बस इसके साथ बहते जाओ।”

Then it's settled," I said. "We'll do a dream conference call." That love and rapture faltered. "Wait. How is it settled? How did we go from me declaring my love for you to me being okay with a dream?" "It's Adrian Ivashkov logic. Don't try to understand it. Just roll with it.

Then it's settled," I said. "We'll do a dream conference call." That love and rapture faltered. "Wait. How is it settled? How did we go from me declaring my love for you to me being okay with a dream?" "It's Adrian Ivashkov logic. Don't try to understand it. Just roll with it.

मैं तुमसे बाद में मिलता हूँ रोज़ा।” “क्या हमारे अगले अभ्यास में?” मैंने पूछा। “हम उन्हें फिर से शुरू कर रहे हैं, है ना? मेरा मतलब है, तुम्हें अभी मुझे बहुत कुछ सिखाना है।” दरवाजे पर खड़े होकर, उसने मेरी तरफ देखा और मुस्कुराया। “हाँ। बहुत सारी चीज़ें।”

I'll see you later Roza." "At our next practice?" I asked. "We are starting those up again, right? I mean you still have things to teach me." Standing in the doorway, he looked over at me and smiled. "Yes. Lots of things.

I'll see you later Roza." "At our next practice?" I asked. "We are starting those up again, right? I mean you still have things to teach me." Standing in the doorway, he looked over at me and smiled. "Yes. Lots of things.

तुम्हारा ये स्वभाव देखकर मुझे हैरानी होती है, और फिर भी, मैं जानता हूँ तुम रात की एक भयानक शक्ति हो। मुझे ये पसंद है, पर इसका मतलब ये नहीं है कि मैं तुम्हें अब भी एक शैतानी प्राणी मानता हूँ।

All the best, Sydney P.S. "The Red Hurricane" is what I named the car. P.P.S. Just because I like you, it doesn't mean I still don't think you're an evil creature of the night. You are.

All the best, Sydney P.S. "The Red Hurricane" is what I named the car. P.P.S. Just because I like you, it doesn't mean I still don't think you're an evil creature of the night. You are.

adrian ne thailiyon ko pholte hue coconut cream ka ek tukda nikala. "agar main dragon hota, toh yeh wahi cheez hoti jiske liye main jaan de deta." maine ispar koi behas nahi ki, mukhyatah isliye kyunki us baat ka koi tarksangat aadhar hi nahi tha.

Adrian sifted through the bags and pulled out a slice of coconut cream. "If I were a dragon, this is what I'd go for." I didn't argue, mainly because that statement had no logical argument.

Adrian sifted through the bags and pulled out a slice of coconut cream. "If I were a dragon, this is what I'd go for." I didn't argue, mainly because that statement had no logical argument.

अलविदा। तुम्हारी मदद के लिए शुक्रिया... मैं... मैं तुम्हें याद रखूंगी। -मेसन से रोज़

Goodbye. Thanks for your help... I... I'll miss you. -Rose to Mason

Goodbye. Thanks for your help... I... I'll miss you. -Rose to Mason

सिडनी यह जानकर हैरान रह गई थी कि मेरी होम लाइब्रेरी में सिर्फ़ एक बारटेंडिंग डिक्शनरी और एस्क्वायर की एक पुरानी कॉपी थी, और उसके आग्रह पर, मैंने कुछ ज़्यादा गंभीर पढ़ने का वादा किया था। ‘गैट्सबी’ पढ़ते समय मैं गहरे विचार करने की कोशिश कर रहा था, लेकिन ज़्यादातर तो मैं बस कुछ पार्टीज़ करना चाहता था।

Sydney had been horrified to discover my home library consisted of a bartending dictionary and an old copy of Esquire, and at her pleading, I'd promised to read something more substantial. I was trying to think deep thoughts as I read Gatsby, but mostly I wanted to throw some parties.

Sydney had been horrified to discover my home library consisted of a bartending dictionary and an old copy of Esquire, and at her pleading, I'd promised to read something more substantial. I was trying to think deep thoughts as I read Gatsby, but mostly I wanted to throw some parties.

एक पल के लिए, नीचे झाँकते हुए और यह महसूस करते हुए कि मैंने अभी-अभी क्या किया है, मेरा मन किया कि मैं भी उसके पीछे कूद जाऊँ, क्योंकि अब मेरे लिए ज़िंदा रहने का कोई रास्ता नहीं बचा था।

For a moment, staring down and realizing what I'd just done, I wanted to throw myself in after him, because surely there was no way I could go on living now.

For a moment, staring down and realizing what I'd just done, I wanted to throw myself in after him, because surely there was no way I could go on living now.

मुझे पहले कभी अस्वाभाविक नहीं कहा गया था, सिवाय उस बार जब मैंने टैको पर बारबिक्यू सॉस डाला था। पर सच कहूँ तो, हम साल्सा से बाहर थे, तो मुझे और क्या करना था?

No one had ever called me unnatural before, except for the time I put ketchup on a taco. But seriously, we'd been out of salsa, so what else was I supposed to do?

No one had ever called me unnatural before, except for the time I put ketchup on a taco. But seriously, we'd been out of salsa, so what else was I supposed to do?

agar main nashe mein hota, toh main yahan hota hi nahi. aur sach kahun toh, chaar white russians ke hisaab se yeh kaafi accha hai." "white kya?" main lagbhag baithne hi wali thi ki mujhe darr laga ki kahin kursi mere neeche se gayab na ho jaye. "yeh ek drink hai," usne kaha. "tum yeh soch kar hairan hogi ki mujhe aisi cheez kyun pasand aayegi jiska naam aisa hai—matlab, russians ke sath mere apne anubhav ko dekhte hue. par yeh hairankun roop se behad swadisht hote hain. drinks, asli russians nahi."

If I was drunk, I wouldn’t be here at all. And really, this is pretty good for four White Russians.” “White what?” I almost sat down but was afraid the chair might dematerialize beneath me. “It’s a drink,” he said. “You’d think I wouldn’t be into something named that—you know, considering my own personal experience with Russians. But they’re surprisingly delicious. The drinks, not real Russians.

If I was drunk, I wouldn’t be here at all. And really, this is pretty good for four White Russians.” “White what?” I almost sat down but was afraid the chair might dematerialize beneath me. “It’s a drink,” he said. “You’d think I wouldn’t be into something named that—you know, considering my own personal experience with Russians. But they’re surprisingly delicious. The drinks, not real Russians.

मुझे अगली पारिवारिक कीमियागर (Alchemist) बनना ही था। मेरी बहन... खैर, वह बड़ी है, और आमतौर पर बड़े बच्चे को ही यह ज़िम्मेदारी संभालनी पड़ती है। लेकिन, वह थोड़ी... नाकारा है। -रोज़ से सिडनी

I had to be the next family Alchemist. My sister... well, she's older, and usually it's the oldest kid who has to do the job. But, she's kind of... worthless. -Sydney to Rose

I had to be the next family Alchemist. My sister... well, she's older, and usually it's the oldest kid who has to do the job. But, she's kind of... worthless. -Sydney to Rose

एस्केप प्लान #5: टेक्सास में एक अल्पाका रेंच खोलना, जिसके लिए सभी सुनहरे बालों, भूरी आँखों और तेज-तर्रार लड़कियों को सेक्सी कॉवगर्ल पोशाक पहनना ज़रूरी हो।

Escape plan #5: Open an alpaca ranch in Texas, one that requires all blond-haired, brown-eyed, brainy girls to wear sexy cowgirl outfits.

Escape plan #5: Open an alpaca ranch in Texas, one that requires all blond-haired, brown-eyed, brainy girls to wear sexy cowgirl outfits.

मैंने दिन और रात का हिसाब रखना भी छोड़ दिया था। मेरा समय दिमित्री और बिना-दिमित्री में बँटा हुआ था। वही मेरी दुनिया था। जब वह वहाँ नहीं होता था, तो वे पल किसी यंत्रणा जैसे लगते थे।

I lost track of day and night too. My time was divided into Dimitri and not-Dimitri. He was my world. When he wasn't there, the moments were agony.

I lost track of day and night too. My time was divided into Dimitri and not-Dimitri. He was my world. When he wasn't there, the moments were agony.

गुलाब। रोज़ा। आँखें खोलो। मैंने कभी ऐसा आवाज़ नहीं सुनी - इतनी तंग, इतनी बेचैन। "झपकी मत लेना। अभी नहीं।"

Rose. Roza. Open your eyes." I've never heard heard his voice so strained, so frantic. "Don't go to sleep on me. Not yet.

Rose. Roza. Open your eyes." I've never heard heard his voice so strained, so frantic. "Don't go to sleep on me. Not yet.

hamare riste ka bhavishh ek pandrah saal ki ladki ki salah, ek ek-aankh wale chihuahua trainer ki shayd jhoothi kahani, aur mere dwara cutlery aur crockery ke upar tumhe bina kisi romantic andaz ke – lekin bade kushal tareeqe se – kiss karne par tika hua tha?

The future of our relationship hinged on advice from a fifteen-year old girl, a probably untrue story from a one-eyed Chihuahua trainer, and me unromantically – yet skillfully – kissing you on top of silverware and china?

The future of our relationship hinged on advice from a fifteen-year old girl, a probably untrue story from a one-eyed Chihuahua trainer, and me unromantically – yet skillfully – kissing you on top of silverware and china?

पढ़ाई-लिखाई सब बेकार की बातें हैं। बस किसी होशियार इंसान को ढूंढो जिसकी कॉपी की जा सके। -लिसा से एड्रियान

Study's overrated. Just find someone smart to copy off. -Adrian to Lissa

Study's overrated. Just find someone smart to copy off. -Adrian to Lissa

...पूर्णता से ज़्यादा अपूर्णता मुझे आगे ले जाती।

... imperfection would get me farther than perfection.

... imperfection would get me farther than perfection.

“सिर्फ क्या?” मैंने पूछा। मैं मुश्किल से अपनी ही आवाज़ सुन पा रही थी। उसने अपनी नज़रें वापस मुझ पर टिका दीं, दृढ़ और अडिग। “सिर्फ... ज़्यादा इंसान।” और बस। सारा गुस्सा और गम गायब हो गया। मेरे अंदर कुछ नहीं बचा था। बिल्कुल कुछ नहीं। मैं अंदर से खाली हो चुकी थी। “बाहर निकल जाओ,” मैंने कहा।

Only what?” I asked. I could barely hear my own voice. He turned his gaze back to me, firm and unflinching. “Only… more human.” And that was it. All the anger and sorrow vanished. There was nothing in me. Nothing at all. I was empty. “Get out,” I said.

Only what?” I asked. I could barely hear my own voice. He turned his gaze back to me, firm and unflinching. “Only… more human.” And that was it. All the anger and sorrow vanished. There was nothing in me. Nothing at all. I was empty. “Get out,” I said.

“मुझे मार डालो, डग। बस अब मुझे मार डालो। मेरे इस कष्ट को खत्म कर दो।” डग ने कहा, “यीशु, किंकैड, तुमने उससे क्या कहा?” डग ने फुसफुसाते हुए कहा, “मैंने उसके प्रशंसकों और उसके किताबों के आने में लगने वाले समय पर बहुत बुरा टीका लगाया। मुझे नहीं पता वह कौन था, इसलिए मैंने कहा कि मैं उसकी किताबों के एडवांस प्रतियां पाने के लिए सैथ मोर्तेनसन का प्रेम दास बनूंगा।”

Kill me, Doug. Just kill me now. Put me out of my misery.” “Christ, Kincaid, what did you say to him?” murmured Doug. “Well,” I told Doug, “I ripped on his fans and on how long it takes for his books to come out.” Doug stared at me, his expectations exceeded. “Then I said—not knowing who he was—that I’d be Seth Mortensen’s love slave in exchange for advanced copies of his books.

Kill me, Doug. Just kill me now. Put me out of my misery.” “Christ, Kincaid, what did you say to him?” murmured Doug. “Well,” I told Doug, “I ripped on his fans and on how long it takes for his books to come out.” Doug stared at me, his expectations exceeded. “Then I said—not knowing who he was—that I’d be Seth Mortensen’s love slave in exchange for advanced copies of his books.

jeene layak har zindagi mein jokhim toh hoga hi

Any life worth living is going to have risks

Any life worth living is going to have risks

रोज़, क्या तुम्हें लगता है कि मैं कभी ऐसा कुछ करूँगा जिससे तुम्हें ठेस पहुँचे। -दिमित्री से रोज़

Rose, do you think I'd do anything that would hurt you.- Dimitri to Rose

Rose, do you think I'd do anything that would hurt you.- Dimitri to Rose

चाहे यह साथियों का कोई आक्रामक पशुवत मिलन हो या आत्माओं का कोई अलौकिक मिलन, वह मेरी है, और मैं उसका हूँ।

Whether it's simply some fierce animal joining of mates or a sublime merging of souls, she is mine, and I am hers.

Whether it's simply some fierce animal joining of mates or a sublime merging of souls, she is mine, and I am hers.

“नहीं,” उसने भारी और घरघराहट भरी आवाज़ में कहा। उसकी उँगाइयाँ कुर्सी के हत्थों में धंस गईं। “बेहतर होगा कि तुम ज़्यादा करीब न आओ।” मैं रुक गई और हल्के से हँसने लगी। “तुम मुझे हमलावर किस्म के इंसान नहीं लगते, मोर्टेनसेन।” “हाँ, खैर, हर चीज़ की एक पहली बार होती है।”

No," he said, voice thick and husky. His fingers dug into the chair's arms. "You'd better not get too close." I stopped, laughing softly. "You don't strike me as the assaulting type, Mortensen." "Yeah, well, there's a first time for everything.

No," he said, voice thick and husky. His fingers dug into the chair's arms. "You'd better not get too close." I stopped, laughing softly. "You don't strike me as the assaulting type, Mortensen." "Yeah, well, there's a first time for everything.

"ये तो दोस्ती का अंगूठा है, है ना?" "चिंता मत करो। अगर मैं प्रपोज करूंगा तो तुम जान जाओगे। सबसे पहले, मैं हांफने लगेगा।" एक शरारती मुस्कान - आश्चर्यजनक रूप से आकर्षक - उसके होंठों को ऊपर उठाती है। "और यह माणिक होगा।" "माणिक? हीरे नहीं? पुराने लेखक के वेतन के लिए बहुत महंगा, है ना?" उसने उस पर व्यंग्यपूर्ण आह भरी। "नहीं, मुझे बस लगता है कि हीरे आम हैं, बस यही है।" "अगर मैं शादी करूंगा तो यह इसलिए होगा क्योंकि कुछ असाधारण हो रहा है। और वैसे भी, तुम बहुत लाल रंग पहनती हो, है ना? मुझे पता है कि तुम्हारे एक्सेसरीज को मेल खाना कितना महत्वपूर्ण है।"

This is a, uh, friendship ring right?” “Yeah, don’t worry. If I propose, you’ll know it. For one thing, I’ll be hyperventilating.” A sly smile—surprisingly sexy—turned up his lips. “And it’ll be a ruby.” “Rubies? No diamonds? Too expensive for the old writer’s salary, huh?” He made a disparaging grunt at that. “No, I just think diamonds are common, that’s all. If I get married, it’ll be because something uncommon is occurring. Besides, you wear a lot of red, right? I know how important it is for your accessories to match.

This is a, uh, friendship ring right?” “Yeah, don’t worry. If I propose, you’ll know it. For one thing, I’ll be hyperventilating.” A sly smile—surprisingly sexy—turned up his lips. “And it’ll be a ruby.” “Rubies? No diamonds? Too expensive for the old writer’s salary, huh?” He made a disparaging grunt at that. “No, I just think diamonds are common, that’s all. If I get married, it’ll be because something uncommon is occurring. Besides, you wear a lot of red, right? I know how important it is for your accessories to match.

usne mujhe use dekhte hue nahi dekha tha, par main samajh sakti thi ki us rasam ka us par bhi waisa hi asar ho raha tha. woh poori tarah se mantramugdh tha. uske liye yeh ek durlabh aur pyara sa roop tha, jo mujhe us dard mein doobe hue kalaakar ki yaad dila raha tha jo uske vyangya ke peeche chhupa rehta tha. mujhe adrian ki yeh baat pasand thi—woh dardnak hissa nahi, balki yeh ki woh kitni gehraai se mehsoos kar sakta tha aur phir un bhavnaon ko kala mein badal sakta tha.

He didn't see me looking at him, but I could tell the ceremony was having the same effect on him. He was enraptured. It was a rare and sweet look for him, reminding me of the tortured artist that lived beneath the sarcasm. I liked that about Adrian—not the tortured part, but the way he could feel so deeply and then transform those emotions into art.

He didn't see me looking at him, but I could tell the ceremony was having the same effect on him. He was enraptured. It was a rare and sweet look for him, reminding me of the tortured artist that lived beneath the sarcasm. I liked that about Adrian—not the tortured part, but the way he could feel so deeply and then transform those emotions into art.

हम दोनों ने जो प्यार साझा किया था, वह हमेशा मेरे अंदर सुलगता रहा, भले ही मैंने खुद से कितनी ही बार आगे बढ़ने को कहा हो, और भले ही पूरी दुनिया यह क्यों न मान चुकी हो कि मैं आगे बढ़ चुकी हूँ।

The love we'd shared always burned within me, no matter how often I told myself to move on, no matter how much the world did think I'd moved on.

The love we'd shared always burned within me, no matter how often I told myself to move on, no matter how much the world did think I'd moved on.

अगर वह रात को घर आकर सिर्फ़ अच्छे बालों वाले किसी खूबसूरत चेहरे को देखना चाहती थी, तो शायद मैं इस भूमिका को काफी हद तक अच्छे से निभा सकता था।

If she just wanted to come home at night to eye candy with good hair, I could probably be that reasonably well.

If she just wanted to come home at night to eye candy with good hair, I could probably be that reasonably well.

क्या करूँ? जेरोम के शैतानी मिजाज पर कोई बढ़िया सा मज़ाक बनाऊँ? सच कहूँ तो, मैं ऐसे मज़ाक अपने पास तैयार ही रखता हूँ और—

Do what? Come up with a clever pun referencing Jerome's demonic status? The truth is, I usually keep a stash of them on hand and—

Do what? Come up with a clever pun referencing Jerome's demonic status? The truth is, I usually keep a stash of them on hand and—

“भाग्यशाली आकर्षण?” मैंने पूछा। “काल्पनिक रूप से स्वादिष्ट,” उसने समझाया। “किसी भी निर्माण परियोजना के लिए आवश्यक।” मैं सिर हिलाया, यह देखकर हैरान था कि उसने कैसे इस तक पहुँचने का रास्ता खोज निकाला। “यह डेट नहीं है।” उसने मुझे एक घृणास्पद निगाह डाली। “जाहिर है। मैं उस लिए काउंट चोकुला लाता।”

Lucky Charms?” I asked. “Magically delicious,” he explained. “Requisite for any sort of building project.” I shook my head, still amazed at how he had managed to weasel his way over here. “This isn’t a date.” He cut me a scandalized look. "Obviously. I’d bring Count Chocula for that.

Lucky Charms?” I asked. “Magically delicious,” he explained. “Requisite for any sort of building project.” I shook my head, still amazed at how he had managed to weasel his way over here. “This isn’t a date.” He cut me a scandalized look. "Obviously. I’d bring Count Chocula for that.

adrian chahe kitna bhi laaparwah aur gustakh ho, lekin usey chalna aata tha. ho sakta hai moroi samaj ke unche varg mein bade hone ke dauran dance ke sabak iska hissa rahe hon. ya shayd apne jism ka istemal karna usey kudarati taur par aata ho. us kiss ne yakeenan achhi khaasi pratibha dikhayi thi.

Adrian might be brash and impertinent, but he knew how to move. Maybe dance lessons had been part of growing up in an elite tier of Moroi society. Or maybe he was just naturally skilled at using his body. That kiss has certainly show a fair amount of talent.

Adrian might be brash and impertinent, but he knew how to move. Maybe dance lessons had been part of growing up in an elite tier of Moroi society. Or maybe he was just naturally skilled at using his body. That kiss has certainly show a fair amount of talent.

हालाँकि मुझे तुम दोनों के डेट करने और खुश रहने से कोई आपत्ति नहीं है, लेकिन जब सही वक्त आए, तो कृपया उसका दिल बहुत ज्यादा मत तोड़ना।

While I'm fine with you two dating and being happy, please try not to break his heart too much when the time comes.

While I'm fine with you two dating and being happy, please try not to break his heart too much when the time comes.

“तो फिर तुम रो क्यों रही हो?” “तुम्हारी वजह से!” मैंने उसकी छाती पर घूंसे बरसाए। “क्योंकि मैं तुमसे प्यार करती हूँ, और मुझे समझ नहीं आ रहा कि मैं क्या करूँ! मैं लगभग हर समस्या को हल कर सकती हूँ, लेकिन इसे हल नहीं कर सकती। मुझे समझ नहीं आता कि इससे कैसे निपटूँ। और मैं डरी हुई हूँ! तुम्हारे लिए डरी हुई हूँ! क्या तुम्हें अंदाज़ा है कि अगर तुम्हें कुछ हो गया तो मुझ पर क्या बीतेगी?” मैंने उसे मारना बंद कर दिया और अपने हाथों को अपनी छाती पर कसकर रख लिया, जैसे कि मेरा दिल बाहर आ जाने का खतरा हो। “यह! यह टूट जाएगा। चकनाचूर हो जाएगा। बिखर जाएगा। तब तक बिखर जाएगा जब तक यह धूल न बन जाए।” मैंने अपने हाथ हटा लिए। “हवा में उड़कर तब तक गायब हो जाएगा जब तक कुछ भी बाकी न रहे।”

Then why are you crying?” “Because of you!” I beat my fists on his chest. “Because I love you, and I don’t know what to do! I can solve almost any problem, but I can’t solve this. I don’t know how to deal with that. And I’m afraid! Afraid for you! Do you know what it’d do to me if something happens to you?” I stopped hitting him and clasped my hands over my own chest, as though there was a danger my heart might fall out. “This! This would break. Shatter. Crumble. Crumble until it was dust.” I dropped my hands. “Blown away on the wind until there was nothing left.

Then why are you crying?” “Because of you!” I beat my fists on his chest. “Because I love you, and I don’t know what to do! I can solve almost any problem, but I can’t solve this. I don’t know how to deal with that. And I’m afraid! Afraid for you! Do you know what it’d do to me if something happens to you?” I stopped hitting him and clasped my hands over my own chest, as though there was a danger my heart might fall out. “This! This would break. Shatter. Crumble. Crumble until it was dust.” I dropped my hands. “Blown away on the wind until there was nothing left.

मैंने तुम्हारे यहाँ ऊपर हुए प्रदर्शन के बारे में कुछ दिलचस्प बातें सुनी हैं।" "डग, मैं तुम्हारे इन 'प्रदर्शनों' के बारे में हमेशा ही कुछ न कुछ दिलचस्प सुनती रहती हूँ, पर तुम मुझे कभी इस पर मज़ाक बनाते नहीं देखते।

I heard some interesting things about your performance up here." "I hear interesting things about your 'performance' all the time Doug, but you don't hear me making jokes about it.

I heard some interesting things about your performance up here." "I hear interesting things about your 'performance' all the time Doug, but you don't hear me making jokes about it.

उन्हें छेड़ने की कोई फ़ायदा नहीं है। मैं उनके साथ जाऊंगा। "नहीं, मैं उन्हें तुम्हें नहीं ले जाने दूंगा।" "तुम्हें ऐसा करना ही होगा," मैंने विनती की। वह हांफ रहा था, हर इंच उसकी शरीर में तैयारी और लड़ने का जोश था। हमने आँखें मिलाईं, और एक हजार संदेशों का आदान-प्रदान हुआ जैसे हवा में पुराना रोमांच जाग उठा।

Don't fight them anymore.I'm going to go with them." "No. I won't let them take you." "You have to," I begged. He was breathing hard, every part of him braced and ready to attack. We locked gazes, and a thousand messages seemed to flow between us as the old electricity crackled in the air.

Don't fight them anymore.I'm going to go with them." "No. I won't let them take you." "You have to," I begged. He was breathing hard, every part of him braced and ready to attack. We locked gazes, and a thousand messages seemed to flow between us as the old electricity crackled in the air.

usne bechaini se apne baalon ko chua. "mujhe lagta hai mere baalon ka gel jam gaya hai."

He anxiously touched his hair. "I think my hair gel's frozen.

He anxiously touched his hair. "I think my hair gel's frozen.

इतने समय बाद, उन सब से गुजरने के बाद... उसके साथ होना ऐसा था मानो मैं अपने घर लौट आई हूँ।

Being with him after so long, after everything we'd endured...it was like coming home.

Being with him after so long, after everything we'd endured...it was like coming home.

सिडनी, मैं कोई हिंसक इंसान नहीं हूँ। बिल्कुल नहीं। मैं युद्ध के बजाय प्यार को चुनूँगा। लेकिन मैं कसम खाता हूँ, अगर उन्होंने तुम्हें पहुँचाया होता—” “उन्होंने नहीं पहुँचाया,” मैंने दृढ़ता से कहा। मैं उसे यह नहीं बताना चाहती थी कि मैं कितनी डर गई थी क्योंकि मुझे डर था कि वह उनके पीछे चला जाएगा। “मैं ठीक हूँ। तुम मुझे बचाने आ गए।” उसके होठों पर एक मुस्कान तैर गई। “दिल कहता है कि तुम खुद को खुद ही बचा लेती।” और वैसे ही, वह मुस्कान गायब हो गई। “लेकिन जादू की शाखा की तुलना में एक टहनी से कहीं ज़्यादा असरदार होता।” “तुम्हारा ट्रीजित्सु बहुत असरदार था।”

I’m not a violent person, Sydney. Not at all. I’ll make love over war any day. But I swear, if they’d hurt you—” “They didn’t,” I said firmly. I refused to let him know how scared I’d been because I was afraid he might go after them. “I’m fine. You came to the rescue.” A smile played at his lips. “Something tells me you would’ve rescued yourself.” And like that, the smile vanished. “But spirit would’ve been a lot more effective than a branch.” “Your treejitsu was very effective.

I’m not a violent person, Sydney. Not at all. I’ll make love over war any day. But I swear, if they’d hurt you—” “They didn’t,” I said firmly. I refused to let him know how scared I’d been because I was afraid he might go after them. “I’m fine. You came to the rescue.” A smile played at his lips. “Something tells me you would’ve rescued yourself.” And like that, the smile vanished. “But spirit would’ve been a lot more effective than a branch.” “Your treejitsu was very effective.

सेथ मोर्टेनसेन के साथ सोना? हे भगवान! यह मैंने अपनी ज़िंदगी में सबसे अजीब और चौंकाने वाली बात सुनी थी। यह भयानक था। अगर मैंने उसकी जीवन-ऊर्जा सोख ली होती, तो पता नहीं उसकी अगली किताब आने में कितना समय लग जाता।

Sleep with Seth Mortensen? Good grief. It was the most preposterous thing I'd ever heard. It was appalling. If I absorbed his life force, there was no telling how long it'd be until his next book came out.

Sleep with Seth Mortensen? Good grief. It was the most preposterous thing I'd ever heard. It was appalling. If I absorbed his life force, there was no telling how long it'd be until his next book came out.

जब उसने मेरी तरफ देखा, तो ऐसा लगा जैसे वह अपना ही संदेश भेज रहा है - जैसे वह मेरे लिए लड़ता रहेगा, और तब तक लड़ता रहेगा जब तक वह हार नहीं मान लेता, ताकि वे मुझे छीन न ले।

As he looked at me, he seemed to send a message of his own: that he would still fight for me, that he would fight until he collapsed to keep them from taking me.

As he looked at me, he seemed to send a message of his own: that he would still fight for me, that he would fight until he collapsed to keep them from taking me.

metaphors (roopak). ek artist ke sath romance karne ki yeh keemat thi.

Metaphors. This was the cost of making out with an artist.

Metaphors. This was the cost of making out with an artist.

"कब से... कब से?" मैंने आखिरकार पूछ ही लिया। "जब से... हमेशा से।" उसके अंदाज़ से साफ़ था कि जवाब सबके सामने है।

Since...since when?" I finally managed to ask. "Since...forever." His tone implied the answer was obvious.

Since...since when?" I finally managed to ask. "Since...forever." His tone implied the answer was obvious.

मैंने अपने होंठ उसके होंठों पर रख दिए, और ऐसा लगा मानो मेरे साथ पहले जो कुछ भी हुआ था, वह सब इस पल के लिए सिर्फ़ एक रिहर्सल थी, और यहीं से मेरी ज़िंदगी की असली शुरुआत हुई थी।

I brought my lips down to hers, and it was like everything that had ever happened to me had simply been a warm-up for this moment, that this was where my life truly began.

I brought my lips down to hers, and it was like everything that had ever happened to me had simply been a warm-up for this moment, that this was where my life truly began.

वहाँ एक-दूसरे से बहुत माफ़ी माँगी जा रही थी, लेकिन तब मुझे समझ आया कि अपनों के साथ ऐसा ही होता है। आप एक-दूसरे को माफ़ करके आगे बढ़ जाते हैं।

There was a lot of apologizing going on, but I realized that was how it was with people you cared about. You forgave each other and moved on.

There was a lot of apologizing going on, but I realized that was how it was with people you cared about. You forgave each other and moved on.

उसने मुझे एक प्रस्ताव लिखा था जिसमें यह बताया गया था कि उसके साथ डेटिंग करना एक समझदारी भरा फैसला होगा। इसमें शामिल था जैसे, “मैं सिगरेट छोड़ दूंगी जब मुझे सचमुच बहुत जरूरत होगी” और “मैं हर हफ्ते रोमांटिक सरप्राइज़ दूंगा, जैसे कि अचानक पिकनिक, गुलाब या पेरिस की यात्रा – लेकिन वास्तव में इनमें से कोई भी चीज नहीं होगी क्योंकि अब वे कोई सरप्राइज़ नहीं रहेंगे।”

He'd written me up a proposal of why dating him was a sound decision. It had included things like "I'll give up cigarettes unless I really, really need one" and "I'll unleash romantic surprises every week, such as: an impromptu picnic, roses, or a trip to Paris—but not actually any of those things because now they're not surprises.

He'd written me up a proposal of why dating him was a sound decision. It had included things like "I'll give up cigarettes unless I really, really need one" and "I'll unleash romantic surprises every week, such as: an impromptu picnic, roses, or a trip to Paris—but not actually any of those things because now they're not surprises.

tum jo chahe socho, jo chahe karo. main toh bas tumse pyaar karta rahunga, bhale hi isme koi umeed na ho.

You can think whatever you want, do whatever you want. I'm going to just go on loving you, even if it's hopeless.

You can think whatever you want, do whatever you want. I'm going to just go on loving you, even if it's hopeless.

"गार्डियंस आखिरी ड्रैगोमिर को अकेला नहीं छोड़ते। और मैं लिसा को कभी नहीं छोड़ती, भले ही करोड़ों ड्रैगोमिर क्यों न होते।"

The Guardians wouldn't abandon the last Dragomir. And I wouldn't have abandoned Lissa even if there were a million Dragomirs.

The Guardians wouldn't abandon the last Dragomir. And I wouldn't have abandoned Lissa even if there were a million Dragomirs.

सिडनी, हम इन सब चीज़ों के दीवाने होते हैं। मर्द। इस वक्त तुम मुझे पूरी तरह लाचार कर चुकी हो। तुम इतनी खूबसूरत और मोहक हो कि हम खुद को रोक नहीं पाते। हम तुम्हारे लिए लड़ाइयां लड़ते हैं, तुम्हें मनाते हैं... और तुम हमारा यह सब सह लेती हो। बिस्तर पर हमारा मामला आसान रहता है।” उसने मेरा चेहरा अपनी तरफ़ घुमाया। “मेरे लिए यह कोई बहुत मुश्किल काम नहीं था।” “पर फिर भी हमारे लिए तो यह आसान ही है। तुम ही तो ताकत हो, स्तंभ हो... हमारे रक्षक, हमारे बच्चों के रक्षक।”

We’re suckers for this, Sydney. Men. You’ve got me completely helpless right now. You’re so beautiful and alluring, and we guys can’t help ourselves. We fight wars for you, cajole you . . . and you put up with us. We have it easy here in bed.” She turned my face toward hers. “This wasn’t exactly difficult for me.” “But we still have it easy. You’re the strength, the pillars . . . our defenders, our children’s defenders.

We’re suckers for this, Sydney. Men. You’ve got me completely helpless right now. You’re so beautiful and alluring, and we guys can’t help ourselves. We fight wars for you, cajole you . . . and you put up with us. We have it easy here in bed.” She turned my face toward hers. “This wasn’t exactly difficult for me.” “But we still have it easy. You’re the strength, the pillars . . . our defenders, our children’s defenders.

फिर तुम यहाँ क्यों मंडरा रहे हो? तुम्हें चोट लगने का डर नहीं है?" "अरे, तुम मुझे कभी चोट नहीं पहुँचा सकती। मेरा चेहरा इतना प्यारा जो है।

Why are you hanging around, then? Aren't you worried about getting hit?" "Aw, you'd never hurt me. My face is too pretty.

Why are you hanging around, then? Aren't you worried about getting hit?" "Aw, you'd never hurt me. My face is too pretty.

तुम कौन हो, रोज हॅथवे? क्या तुम सच हो? तुम एक सपने के अंदर एक सपना हो। मुझे डर है कि तुम्हें छूने से मैं जाग जाऊंगा। तुम गायब हो जाओगी।

What are you, Rose Hathaway? Are you real? You're a dream within a dream. I'm afraid touching you will make me wake up. You'll disappear.

What are you, Rose Hathaway? Are you real? You're a dream within a dream. I'm afraid touching you will make me wake up. You'll disappear.

maine jo lamba sangharsh shuru kiya tha, alchemist aur moroi ki duniya ki buraiyon ko theek karne ke liye, uske safar mein woh akele mere adrian the, mera sathi. mera partner in crime. shayd marcus ki yeh baat sahi ho ki maine apne liye musibaton ko daawat de di hai, par mujhe iski parwah nahi thi. us pal mein mujhe lag raha tha ki jab tak adrian aur main sath hain, tab tak hamare liye koi bhi chunauti badi nahi hai.

All that mattered was that he was Adrian, my Adrian. My match. My partner in crime, in the long battle I’d just signed on for to right the wrongs in the Alchemist and Moroi worlds. Maybe Marcus was right that I’d also signed myself up for disaster, but I didn’t care. In that moment, it seemed that as long as Adrian and I were together, there was no challenge too great for us.

All that mattered was that he was Adrian, my Adrian. My match. My partner in crime, in the long battle I’d just signed on for to right the wrongs in the Alchemist and Moroi worlds. Maybe Marcus was right that I’d also signed myself up for disaster, but I didn’t care. In that moment, it seemed that as long as Adrian and I were together, there was no challenge too great for us.

"क्योंकि... क्योंकि यह किताब इतनी बेहतरीन है, और किसी किताब को पहली बार पढ़ने का मौका सिर्फ एक ही बार मिलता है, और मैं चाहती हूँ कि वह मज़ा बना रहे। वो अनुभव। वर्ना मैं इसे एक दिन में ही खत्म कर दूँगी, और वह ऐसा होगा जैसे... जैसे एक ही बार में आइसक्रीम का पूरा डिब्बा खा लेना। ज़रूरत से ज़्यादा मज़ा और वो भी बहुत जल्दी। इस तरह, मैं इसे खींच सकती हूँ। किताब को और लंबे समय तक चला सकती हूँ। इसका आनंद ले सकती हूँ। मुझे ऐसा करना ही होगा क्योंकि ऐसी किताबें रोज़-रोज़ कहाँ आती हैं।"

Because...Beacause it's so good, and there's only one chance to read a book for the first time, and I want it to last. That experience. I'd finish it in a day otherwise, and that'd be like...like eating a carton of ice cream in one sitting. Too much richness over too quickly. This way, I can draw it out. Make the book last longer. Savor it. I have to since they don't come out that often.

Because...Beacause it's so good, and there's only one chance to read a book for the first time, and I want it to last. That experience. I'd finish it in a day otherwise, and that'd be like...like eating a carton of ice cream in one sitting. Too much richness over too quickly. This way, I can draw it out. Make the book last longer. Savor it. I have to since they don't come out that often.

वह मेरे साथ दोबारा कंबल के अंदर दुबक गई, मेरी तरफ़ मुड़ी ताकि अपना सिर मेरी छाती पर रख सके। “मैं तुम्हारी धड़कन सुन रही हूँ,” उसने कहा। “क्या तुम यह देखने के लिए बीच-बीच में चेक करते हो कि मैं कहीं ज़िंदा लाश तो नहीं बन गई?”

She snuggled back under the blanket with me, turned toward me so that she could rest her head on my chest. “I hear your heart,” she said. “Do you check every once in a while, just to make sure I’m not undead?

She snuggled back under the blanket with me, turned toward me so that she could rest her head on my chest. “I hear your heart,” she said. “Do you check every once in a while, just to make sure I’m not undead?

ब्रह्मांड की सबसे अजीब चीज़ों में से एक यह थी कि लिस्सा को कभी Dimitri के लिए मेरी भावनाओं पर शक तक नहीं हुआ, जबकि एड्रियन ने यह भांप लिया था।

It had to be one of the weirdest things in the universe that Lissa had never come close to suspecting my feelings for Dimitri but that Adrian had figured it out.

It had to be one of the weirdest things in the universe that Lissa had never come close to suspecting my feelings for Dimitri but that Adrian had figured it out.

रोस केवल पुरुषों और मनोरोगी के साथ ही समय बिताता है," मिया ने कहा। “अच्छा,” उसने cheerfully कहा, “चूंकि मैं दोनों ही मनोरोगी और पुरुष हूं, तो यही वजह है कि हम इतने अच्छे दोस्त हैं।”

Rose only hangs out with guys and psychopaths," said Mia. "Well," he said cheerfully, "since I'm both a psychopath and a guy, that would explain why we're such good friends.

Rose only hangs out with guys and psychopaths," said Mia. "Well," he said cheerfully, "since I'm both a psychopath and a guy, that would explain why we're such good friends.

jab main usey yahan wapas laayi thi, tab mujhe yeh ehsaas nahi tha ki tum aur zyada nuksaan pahuncha doge," kahani khatam karne ke baad maine kaha. "main toh tumhari izzat bacha raha tha." adrian ne mujhe woh beparwah muskan di jo hamesha mujhe gusse se bharne ke sath-sath moh leti thi. "kaafi mardana baat thi, hai na?"

I didn't realize when I brought him back here that you'd inflict more damage." I said, once I'd finished the story. "I was defending your honor." Adrian gave me that devil-may-care smile that always managed to both infuriate and captivate me. "Pretty manly, huh?

I didn't realize when I brought him back here that you'd inflict more damage." I said, once I'd finished the story. "I was defending your honor." Adrian gave me that devil-may-care smile that always managed to both infuriate and captivate me. "Pretty manly, huh?

मुड़कर मैंने सामने दूर तक फैली उस लंबी सड़क को देखा। मैंने एक गहरी साँस ली। लगता है यह सफर लंबा चलेगा। "तो फिर चलना शुरू करो, रोज़," मैंने खुद से बुदबुदाया। और मैं उस आदमी को मारने के लिए आगे बढ़ पड़ी जिसे मैं सबसे ज़्यादा चाहती थी।

Turning away, I stared at the long road winding off ahead of me. I sighed. This trip might take awhile. "Then start walking, Rose," I muttered to myself. I set off, off to kill the man I loved.

Turning away, I stared at the long road winding off ahead of me. I sighed. This trip might take awhile. "Then start walking, Rose," I muttered to myself. I set off, off to kill the man I loved.

मैं अपने पेट में उठ रही अजीब सी बेचैनी को रोक नहीं पा रहा था। “यह एक आपदा साबित हो सकता है।” “कैसे? अगर किसी को यह मिल भी जाता है—और यह अभी किसी मेज़ के नीचे नहीं पड़ा है—तो वे हमारी इस भावुक बातचीत पर बस हंसेंगे। कोई यह नहीं कहेगा कि, ‘अरे वाह! एक इंसान और पिशाच के गुप्त प्रेम संबंध का सबूत।’”

I still couldn’t stop the sick feeling rising in my stomach. “This could be a disaster.” “How? If anyone even finds it—and it’s not just sitting under a table right now—they’ll just have a good laugh at our sappy talk. No one’s going to be like, ‘Aha! Proof of an illicit human-and-vampire affair.

I still couldn’t stop the sick feeling rising in my stomach. “This could be a disaster.” “How? If anyone even finds it—and it’s not just sitting under a table right now—they’ll just have a good laugh at our sappy talk. No one’s going to be like, ‘Aha! Proof of an illicit human-and-vampire affair.

यह आखिरी बार है जब तुम मुझे किस कर रहे हो," किस खत्म होने पर मैंने चेतावनी दी। वह समझदारी से मुस्कुराया, और उसकी आँखों में मुझे उस रात की यादें साफ़ दिखाई दे रही थीं। "तुम तो बस कहती हो।

That’s the last time you’re going to kiss me,” I warned when it ended. He smiled knowingly, and in his eyes, I could see his own memories of that night. “So you say.

That’s the last time you’re going to kiss me,” I warned when it ended. He smiled knowingly, and in his eyes, I could see his own memories of that night. “So you say.

यह एक ऐसा वस्त्र था जिसने दुनिया बदल दी। यह एक ऐसा वस्त्र था जिसने धर्मों की शुरुआत की।

This was the kind of dress that changed the world. The kind of dress that started religions.

This was the kind of dress that changed the world. The kind of dress that started religions.

uski ungliyon ke sirre mere chehre se slide karte hue neeche aaye, aur unhone meri gardan ki line ko halka sa sehlate hue mere kandhe ki taraf raah banayi. jahan-jahan usne chua, wahan-wahan roongte khade ho gaye. woh mere sath aisi harkat har baar kaise kar leta tha? marcus—jise dekh kar duniya ki har ladki behosh ho jaye—uska mujh par koi asar nahi hota tha. par adrian ka ek chhua hua ehsaas bhi mujhe puri tarah se bikher deta tha.

His fingertips slid down from my face, lightly stroking the line of my neck, down toward my shoulder. Everywhere he touched, a trail of goose bumps appeared. How did he keep doing this to me? Marcus—who made every girl in the world swoon—had zero effect on me. But one whisper of a touch from Adrian completely undid me.

His fingertips slid down from my face, lightly stroking the line of my neck, down toward my shoulder. Everywhere he touched, a trail of goose bumps appeared. How did he keep doing this to me? Marcus—who made every girl in the world swoon—had zero effect on me. But one whisper of a touch from Adrian completely undid me.

"उसने मुझ पर साल्वेशन आर्मी से पैंट पहनने का इल्ज़ाम लगाया।" "रोज़, तुम्हारी पैंट सच में साल्वेशन आर्मी की ही है।" "बात वह बिल्कुल भी नहीं है!"

She accused me of wearing pants from the salvation army." "Rose, your pants ARE from the salvation army." "That's SO not the point!

She accused me of wearing pants from the salvation army." "Rose, your pants ARE from the salvation army." "That's SO not the point!

अरे, अगर तुम ‘इस’ से बचना चाहते थे, तो तुम्हें कल रात मुझे लुभाना नहीं चाहिए था। अब बहुत देर हो चुकी है। बेहतर होगा कि तुम इस लंबे और दर्दनाक सिलसिले से बचने के बजाय इसे एक बार में खत्म कर दो। कुछ वैसे ही जैसे बैंड-ऐड को झटके से उतारना या हाथ-पैर काट देना।” “वाह, कौन कहता है कि दुनिया से रोमांस खत्म हो गया है?”

Hey, if you'd wanted to avoid 'this,' you shouldn't have lured me last night. Now it's too late. You might as well avoid the long, drawn-out pain and get it over with quickly. Sort of like taking off a Band-Aid. Or cutting off a limb." "Wow, who says there's no romance left in the world?

Hey, if you'd wanted to avoid 'this,' you shouldn't have lured me last night. Now it's too late. You might as well avoid the long, drawn-out pain and get it over with quickly. Sort of like taking off a Band-Aid. Or cutting off a limb." "Wow, who says there's no romance left in the world?

मैंने अपना सिर हिलाया और मुड़ गई, मुझसे यह सब और नहीं सुना जा रहा था। “मैं अब जा रही हूँ। सच में, मैं तुम्हें दोबारा नहीं देखना चाहती। व्यक्तिगत तौर पर नहीं... खैर, हाँ, असल में बात व्यक्तिगत ही है।

I shook my head and turned away, unable to hear this. “I’m leaving now. I really don’t want to see you again. Nothing personal. Well, yeah, actually it is.

I shook my head and turned away, unable to hear this. “I’m leaving now. I really don’t want to see you again. Nothing personal. Well, yeah, actually it is.

रोज़ा, तू हमेशा से मेरा बराबर रहा है।

You've always been my equal, Roza.

You've always been my equal, Roza.

nahi," usne kaha. "main ek strigoi tha. main unhi mein se ek tha. maine...bahut bhayanak kaam kiye hain." yeh shabd bhale hi sadharan the, lekin uski aawaz ka lehja bahut kuch keh raha tha. uske parivar ke chamakte hue chehre gambhir ho gaye the. "main kho gaya tha. umeed se pare. sivaay iske ki...rose ko mujh par vishwas tha. rose ne kabhi haar nahi mani."

No,''he said.''I was a Strigoi. I was one of them. I did...terrible things.'' The words were mild, but the tone of his voice spoke legions. The radiant faces of his family turned sober.''I was lost. Beyond hope. Except...Rose believed in me. Rose never gave up.

No,''he said.''I was a Strigoi. I was one of them. I did...terrible things.'' The words were mild, but the tone of his voice spoke legions. The radiant faces of his family turned sober.''I was lost. Beyond hope. Except...Rose believed in me. Rose never gave up.

तुम्हारी आँखें... बहुत खूबसूरत हैं। तुम बहुत खूबसूरत हो।" *आह*

your eyes... they're beautiful.you're beautiful." *sigh*

your eyes... they're beautiful.you're beautiful." *sigh*

वह पीछे हटा और अपनी बाहें फैला दीं। “मैं तुम्हारे सामने हमेशा पागल हो जाता हूँ रोज़। लो, मैं तुम्हारे लिए अभी एक कविता बनाता हूँ।” उसने अपना सिर पीछे किया और आसमान की ओर चिल्लाया: “रोज़ है लाल रंग में कभी नीले में नहीं कांटे जैसी तेज़ लड़ती भी है वैसे ही।”

He stepped back and threw his arms out. "I'm always crazy around you Rose. Here, I'm going to write an impromptu poem for you." He tipped his head back and shouted to the sky: "Rose is in red But never in blue Sharp as a thorn Fights like one too.

He stepped back and threw his arms out. "I'm always crazy around you Rose. Here, I'm going to write an impromptu poem for you." He tipped his head back and shouted to the sky: "Rose is in red But never in blue Sharp as a thorn Fights like one too.

मुझे याद नहीं आ रहा था कि मैंने इससे पहले कभी उनका ऐसा रूप देखा हो। यह एक ही समय में अद्भुत भी था और डरावना भी. फिर मैंने अपनी ज़िंदगी की सबसे बेवकूफ़ाना बात कह दी. "तुम्हें किसी चीज़ से डर नहीं लगता." "मुझे बहुत सी चीज़ों से डर लगता है. मुझे तुम्हारी फ़िक्र थी." उन्होंने मुझे छोड़ा, और मैं पीछे हट गई। उनके चेहरे पर अभी भी परवाह और दीवानगी साफ झलक रही थी। "मैं कोई भगवान नहीं हूँ, मुझसे भी गलतियाँ होती हैं।

I couldn't recall the last time I'd seen that much of him on display. It was wonderful and frightening on the same time. I then said the stupidest thing possible. "You're not scared of anything." "I'm scared of a lot of things. I was scared for you" He released me, and I stepped back. There was still passion and worry written all over him. "I'm not perfect, I'm not invulnerable.

I couldn't recall the last time I'd seen that much of him on display. It was wonderful and frightening on the same time. I then said the stupidest thing possible. "You're not scared of anything." "I'm scared of a lot of things. I was scared for you" He released me, and I stepped back. There was still passion and worry written all over him. "I'm not perfect, I'm not invulnerable.

प्यार वास्तव में क्या था? क्या ये बस फूल, चॉकलेट और कविताएँ थीं? या फिर कुछ और था? क्या ये किसी के चुटकुलों को तक ले जाना था? क्या ये किसी पर पूरी तरह से विश्वास करना था, जैसे वो हमेशा तुम्हारे पीछे खड़ा हो? या ये किसी को इतना जानना था कि वो तुम्हारी हर हरकत का तुरंत पता लगा ले - और उन समान विचारों को भी साझा करे?

What was love, really? Flowers, chocolate, and poetry? Or was it something else? Was it being able to finish someone's jokes? Was it having absolute faith that someone was there at your back? Was it knowing someone so well that they instantly understood why you did the things you did—and shared those same beliefs?

What was love, really? Flowers, chocolate, and poetry? Or was it something else? Was it being able to finish someone's jokes? Was it having absolute faith that someone was there at your back? Was it knowing someone so well that they instantly understood why you did the things you did—and shared those same beliefs?

mujhe itne saare naam se bulane ki samasya yeh thi ki jab koi mujhe mere asli naam se pukarta tha, toh iska matlab yeh hota tha ki kuch gambhir chal raha hai.

The problem with having so many people call me by nicknames was that when someone called me by my actual name, it usually meant something serious was happening.

The problem with having so many people call me by nicknames was that when someone called me by my actual name, it usually meant something serious was happening.

यह तो किसी वृद्धाश्रम में रहने जैसा है! क्लेरेंस अभी सो रहा है, और वह पाँच बजे खाता है। यहाँ बहुत बोरियत है।" "तुम यहाँ सिर्फ दो दिन से हो।" "और वह दो दिन काफी से भी ज़्यादा थे। बस एक ही चीज़ है जो मुझे ज़िंदा रखे हुए है, और वो ये कि उसके पास शराब का अच्छा-खासा स्टॉक है। लेकिन जिस रफ्तार से मैं पी रहा हूँ, वीकेंड तक वह भी खत्म हो जाएगा। भगवान की कसम, मेरा यहाँ बैठे-बैठे दम घुट रहा है।" उसकी नज़र मेरी गर्दन पर पड़े क्रॉस पर गई। "ओह। माफ़ करना। यीशु को बुरा न लगे।"

It's like living in a retirement home! Clarence is taking a nap right now, and he eats at five. It's so boring." "You've only been here for two days." "And that's been more than enough. The only thing keeping me alive is that he keeps a hefty supply of liquor on hand. But at the rate I'm going, that'll be gone by the weekend. Jesus Christ, I'm climbing the walls." His eyes fell on the cross at my neck. "Oh. Sorry. No offense to Jesus.

It's like living in a retirement home! Clarence is taking a nap right now, and he eats at five. It's so boring." "You've only been here for two days." "And that's been more than enough. The only thing keeping me alive is that he keeps a hefty supply of liquor on hand. But at the rate I'm going, that'll be gone by the weekend. Jesus Christ, I'm climbing the walls." His eyes fell on the cross at my neck. "Oh. Sorry. No offense to Jesus.

“सब ठीक है,” मैंने उसे दिलासा देते हुए कहा। “तुम बस अपनी फॉर्म वापस पा रही हो। एक बार जब तुम्हारी पूरी ताकत वापस आ जाएगी, तो मैं जाकर अपनी कोई पसली तुड़वा लूँगा ताकि हम इसकी जाँच कर सकें।” वह कराह उठी। “सबसे डरावनी बात यह है कि मुझे लगता है तुम मज़ाक नहीं कर रहे हो।”

It's okay," I said soothingly. "You're just getting your stride back. Once you're up to full power, I'll go crack a rib or something so we can test it." She groaned. "The horrible part is that I don't think you're joking.

It's okay," I said soothingly. "You're just getting your stride back. Once you're up to full power, I'll go crack a rib or something so we can test it." She groaned. "The horrible part is that I don't think you're joking.

एक बंदूक। एक बंदूक ने मुझे धूल चटा दी थी। यह वाकई बहुत हास्यास्पद था। चीटर कहीं के, मैंने सोचा।

A gun. I had been brought down by a gun. It was practically comical. Cheaters, I thought.

A gun. I had been brought down by a gun. It was practically comical. Cheaters, I thought.

तुम्हारी उसे झाड़ू मिल गई, पर मेरे लिए जींस कहाँ दूँ?

You managed to get him a duster, but you couldn't find me a pair of jeans?

You managed to get him a duster, but you couldn't find me a pair of jeans?

kisi ke sath hone ki khwahish rakhna koi buri baat nahi hai," maine kootneetik tareeqe se kaha. jab tak ki woh vyakti aapki duniya ko ulat-pulk na kar de aur aapse aapka aatm-niyantran na cheen le.

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to be with someone,” I said diplomatically. Unless that person turns your world upside down and makes you lose all self-control.

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to be with someone,” I said diplomatically. Unless that person turns your world upside down and makes you lose all self-control.

हाँ। रोज़।" जिल ने एक लंबी साँस छोड़ी और खाली नज़रों से सामने देखने लगी। "जब भी वह आँखें बंद करता है, उसे सिर्फ वही दिखाई देती है। चमकती हुई काली आँखें और ऊर्जा व जोश से भरा जिस्म। वह चाहे जितनी कोशिश कर ले उसे भुलाने की, चाहे जितनी शराब पी ले... वह हमेशा वहीं रहती है। वह उससे बच नहीं सकता।"

Yeah. Rose." Jill sighed and stared vacantly ahead. "She's all he sees when he closes his eyes. Flashing dark eyes and a body full of fire and energy. No matter how much he tries to forget her, no matter how much he drinks . . . she's always there. He can't escape her.

Yeah. Rose." Jill sighed and stared vacantly ahead. "She's all he sees when he closes his eyes. Flashing dark eyes and a body full of fire and energy. No matter how much he tries to forget her, no matter how much he drinks . . . she's always there. He can't escape her.

अगर तुम मुझसे सलाह चाहते हो—जो कि मुझे यकीन है तुम नहीं चाहते—तो तुम दोनों को इस जादू-टोने से थोड़ा दूर रहना चाहिए। क्रिश्चियन को अभी भी लगता है कि तुम लिसा के पीछे पड़े हो।” “क्या?” उसने हैरानी का नाटक करते हुए पूछा। “क्या वह नहीं जानता कि मेरा दिल तुम पर आता है?” “बिलकुल नहीं। और नहीं, मैंने उसे जितना भी समझाया, उसके बावजूद वह अभी भी इसी बात से परेशान है।” “जानती हो, मुझे शर्त लगा लो कि अगर हम अभी एक-दूसरे को किस करना शुरू कर दें, तो उसे थोड़ा सुकून मिल जाएगा।” “अगर तुमने मुझे छुआ,” मैंने प्यार से कहा, “तो मैं तुम्हें यह मौका दे दूंगी कि तुम खुद को खुद ही ठीक करके देख सको। तब पता चलेगा कि तुम असल में कितने बड़े तीस मार खां हो।”

If you want some advice—which I'm sure you don't—you guys should lay off on the magic. Christian still thinks you're moving in on Lissa." "What?" he asked in mock astonishment. "Doesn't he know my heart belongs to you?" "It does not. And no, he's still worried about it, despite what I've told him." "You know, I bet if we started making out right now, it would make him feel better." "If you touch me," I said pleasantly, "I'll provide you with the opportunity to see if you can heal yourself. Then we'd see how badass you really are.

If you want some advice—which I'm sure you don't—you guys should lay off on the magic. Christian still thinks you're moving in on Lissa." "What?" he asked in mock astonishment. "Doesn't he know my heart belongs to you?" "It does not. And no, he's still worried about it, despite what I've told him." "You know, I bet if we started making out right now, it would make him feel better." "If you touch me," I said pleasantly, "I'll provide you with the opportunity to see if you can heal yourself. Then we'd see how badass you really are.

रोज़, मैं कामचोर और नशे की लत वाला इंसान हूँ, जो शायद पागल होने की कगार पर है। मैं तुम्हारी तरह नहीं हूँ। मैं कोई सुपर-हीरो नहीं हूँ।" "अभी नहीं," मैंने कहा।

Rose, I'm an addict with no work ethic who is likely going to go insane. I'm not like you. I'm not a super-hero." "Not yet," I said.

Rose, I'm an addict with no work ethic who is likely going to go insane. I'm not like you. I'm not a super-hero." "Not yet," I said.

"क्या तुम्हें वो पसंद है?" ऐसे बेहद निजी सवाल पूछने वाले कुछ ही लोग थे, और दिमित्री उनमें से एक था।

Do you love him?" There were only a few people in the world who could ask me such insanely personal questions without getting punched. Dimitri was one of them.

Do you love him?" There were only a few people in the world who could ask me such insanely personal questions without getting punched. Dimitri was one of them.

tum aur main sath milkar bahut kuch jhel chuke hain. hum bahut qareeb hain, bahut jude hue hain. maine jab yeh kaha tha ki tum andhere mein meri aag ho, toh main koi pagalpan ki baat nahi kar rahi thi. hum ek-doosre ke aas-paas ki parchhaiyon ko door bhagate hain. hamari pishthbhoomi koi mayne nahi rakhti. hamare beech jo hai woh isse kahin bada hai. main tumse pyaar karti hoon, aur is saare tark, ganit aur andhavishwas ke pare, main jaanti hoon ki tum bhi mujhse pyaar karte ho.

You and I have been through too much together. We're too close, too connected. I wasn't that crazy on spirit when I said you're my flame in the dark. We chase away the shadows around each other. Our backgrounds don't matter. What we have is bigger than that. I love you, and beneath all that logic, calculation, and superstition, I know you love me too.

You and I have been through too much together. We're too close, too connected. I wasn't that crazy on spirit when I said you're my flame in the dark. We chase away the shadows around each other. Our backgrounds don't matter. What we have is bigger than that. I love you, and beneath all that logic, calculation, and superstition, I know you love me too.

हैलो, सिडनी। मुझे लगा मैंने तुम्हारी गाड़ी बाहर देखी है।" उसने इधर-उधर देखा। "क्या... उफ़, जिल तुम्हारे साथ है?" "आज नहीं," मैंने कहा। मुझे अचानक कुछ याद आया जब मैंने सोचा कि ली लॉस एंजिल्स के स्कूल में पढ़ता है। "ली, क्या तुमने कभी अपने स्कूल की किसी आम इंसान लड़की को डेट किया है?" एड्रियन ने अपनी एक भौंह उठाई। "क्या तुम उसे डेट पर ले जा रही हो, सेज?" मैंने मुँह बनाते हुए कहा। "नहीं!"

Hey, Sydney. I thought I saw your car out there." He glanced around. "Is, uh, Jill with you?" "Not today." I said. New insight struck me as I recalled that Lee attended school in Los Angeles. "Lee, have you ever dated a human girl at your school?" Adrian arched an eyebrow. "Are you asking him out, Sage?" I scowled. "No!

Hey, Sydney. I thought I saw your car out there." He glanced around. "Is, uh, Jill with you?" "Not today." I said. New insight struck me as I recalled that Lee attended school in Los Angeles. "Lee, have you ever dated a human girl at your school?" Adrian arched an eyebrow. "Are you asking him out, Sage?" I scowled. "No!

मैंने सोचा था कि आज रात मैं पाँच पन्नों से ज़्यादा पढ़ पाऊँगा क्योंकि पिछले कुछ दिनों से मुझे किताबें पढ़ने को नहीं मिली थीं। जब मैंने पंद्रहवाँ पन्ना खत्म किया, तो मैंने पाया कि अगले अध्याय से मैं सिर्फ़ तीन पन्ने दूर था। बेहतर यही था कि इसे एक साफ-सुथरे अंत के साथ खत्म किया जाए। पढ़ने के बाद, मैंने एक लंबी साँस ली और पीछे की ओर टिक कर बैठ गया, मुझे एक असीम और तृप्त करने वाला सुकून महसूस हुआ। शुद्ध आनंद। कामोत्तेजना की तुलना में किताबें बहुत कम झंझट वाली होती हैं।

I figured I could read more than five pages tonight since I'd been deprived for the last couple of days. When I finished the fifteenth, I discovered I was three pages from the next chapter. Might as well end with a clean break. After I was done, I sighed and leaned back, feeling decadent and spent. Pure bliss. Books were a lot less messy than orgasms.

I figured I could read more than five pages tonight since I'd been deprived for the last couple of days. When I finished the fifteenth, I discovered I was three pages from the next chapter. Might as well end with a clean break. After I was done, I sighed and leaned back, feeling decadent and spent. Pure bliss. Books were a lot less messy than orgasms.

चलो ठीक है, मुझे लगता है अब सब ठीक है। तुम आगे बढ़ सकती हो।" "हूँ? क्या ठीक है?" "यह कि तुम मेरे भाई से शादी कर सकती हो, इस बात से मुझे कोई ऐतराज़ नहीं है।

Fine, I guess it's ok then. Go ahead." "Huh? What's ok?" "It's okay if you marry my brother.

Fine, I guess it's ok then. Go ahead." "Huh? What's ok?" "It's okay if you marry my brother.

"अरे, आखिरकार तुम्हें मारने का लाइसेंस मिल ही गया। आखिरकार समय आ ही गया। मैंने मुड़कर देखा तो ईसाई ओज़ेरा की मज़ाकिया निगाहों से मुलाकात हुई, जो पहले एक परेशानी का सबब था, पर अब एक अच्छा दोस्त बन गया था। इतना अच्छा कि मैं अपनी खुशी में पागल हो कर उसके पास गया और उसे गले लगाया, जो उसने बिल्कुल नहीं सोचा था। आज मैं सब को चौंका रहा था। उसने कहा, ‘अरे, अरे,’ और पीछे हट गया, चेहरा लाल हो गया। ‘यह तो समझ में आता है। तुम ही वो लड़की हो, जो मारने के विचार से इतना भावुक हो जाएगी। मैं यहाँ तक कि यह नहीं सोचता कि तुम और इवशकोव अकेले में क्या करते हो।’”

"Well, you've finally got a license to kill. It's about time." I turned and met the amused eyes of Christian Ozera, a onetime annoyance who'd become a good friend. So good, in fact, that in my joyous zeal, I reached out and hugged him - something he clearly didn't expect. I was surprising everyone today. "Whoa, whoa," he said backing up, flushing. "It figures. You're the only girl who'd get all emotional about the thought of killing. I don't even want to think about what goes on when you and Ivashkov are alone."

"Well, you've finally got a license to kill. It's about time." I turned and met the amused eyes of Christian Ozera, a onetime annoyance who'd become a good friend. So good, in fact, that in my joyous zeal, I reached out and hugged him - something he clearly didn't expect. I was surprising everyone today. "Whoa, whoa," he said backing up, flushing. "It figures. You're the only girl who'd get all emotional about the thought of killing. I don't even want to think about what goes on when you and Ivashkov are alone."

sydney: "tum chaho toh jet ban sakte ho, par hum doosri baar kisi jode (couple) ke roop mein natak nahi karne ja rahe hain" adrian: "kya tumhe pakka yakeen hai? kyunki mere paas istemal karne ke liye isse bhi kayi zyada pyaar bhare shabd hain. honey pie. sugarplum. bread pudding." sydney: "yeh sab high-calorie khane ki cheezein kyun hain? aur bread pudding sach mein utna romantic nahi hai." adrian: "kya tum chahti hoon ki main tumhe celery stick bulaun? isse woh garma-garam aur pyare ehsaas nahi aate jo aane chahiye." - the indigo spell

Sydney: "You can be Jet if you want, but we are not posing as a couple again" Adrian: "Are you sure? Because I've got a lot more terms of endearment to use. Honey pie. Sugarplum. Bread pudding." Sydney: "Why are they all high-calorie foods? And bread pudding isn't really that romantic." Adrian: "Do you want me to call you celery stick instead? It just doesn't inspire the same warm and fuzzy feelings." - The Indigo Spell

Sydney: "You can be Jet if you want, but we are not posing as a couple again" Adrian: "Are you sure? Because I've got a lot more terms of endearment to use. Honey pie. Sugarplum. Bread pudding." Sydney: "Why are they all high-calorie foods? And bread pudding isn't really that romantic." Adrian: "Do you want me to call you celery stick instead? It just doesn't inspire the same warm and fuzzy feelings." - The Indigo Spell

दिमित्री बेलिकोव आ चुका था।

Dimitri Belikov had arrived.

Dimitri Belikov had arrived.

“नहीं, मैं आखिरकार तुम्हें पढ़ सकती हूँ। आखिरकार। मुझे यकीन नहीं हो रहा कि मैं इतनी अंधी थी। मुझे यकीन नहीं हो रहा कि मैंने कभी ध्यान नहीं दिया। विक्टर की बात... वह सही कह रहा था।” उसने डूबते सूरज की तरफ़ देखा, और फिर अपनी नज़रें मुझ पर वापस ले आई। उसकी भावनाओं और आँखों में गुस्से की एक चमक दौड़ गई। “तुमने मुझे बताया क्यों नहीं?” वह चीख पड़ी। “तुमने मुझे बताया क्यों नहीं कि तुम दिमित्री से प्यार करती हो?”

No, I can just read you. Finally. I can't believe how blind I was. I can't believe I never noticed. Victor's comment...he was right." She glanced off at the sunset, then turned her gaze back on me. A flash of anger, both in her feelings and her eyes, hit me. "Why didn't you tell me?" she cried. "Why didn't you tell me you loved Dimitri?

No, I can just read you. Finally. I can't believe how blind I was. I can't believe I never noticed. Victor's comment...he was right." She glanced off at the sunset, then turned her gaze back on me. A flash of anger, both in her feelings and her eyes, hit me. "Why didn't you tell me?" she cried. "Why didn't you tell me you loved Dimitri?

जब से दिमित्री वापस आया है... नहीं, इस बात को जाने दो। जब से तुम्हें उसे बदलने का भूत सवार हुआ है, तब तक तुम मेरे और उसके बीच झूलती रही हो। हमारे बीच चाहे जो हुआ हो, तुमने कभी खुद को पूरी तरह से हमारे रिश्ते को नहीं सौंपा। मैं तुम्हारी बातों पर यकीन करना चाहता था। मुझे लगा तुम तैयार हो... पर तुम नहीं थीं।

Ever since Dimitri came back...no, scratch that. Ever since you became obsessed with changing him, you've been torn over me. No matter what's happened between us, you've never really given yourself over to our relationship. I wanted to believe what you told me. I thought you were ready...but you weren't.

Ever since Dimitri came back...no, scratch that. Ever since you became obsessed with changing him, you've been torn over me. No matter what's happened between us, you've never really given yourself over to our relationship. I wanted to believe what you told me. I thought you were ready...but you weren't.

उसने मुझे एक नज़र डाली जिससे अंदाज़ा हुआ कि मैं उसका समय बर्बाद कर रहा हूँ। "क्योंकि 'जेट' बहुत ही दमदार लगता है।"

Adrian gave me a look that said I was wasting his time. "Because Jet sounds badass.

Adrian gave me a look that said I was wasting his time. "Because Jet sounds badass.

har koi wahi chahta tha jo usey nahi mil sakta tha.

Everyone wanted what she couldn't have.

Everyone wanted what she couldn't have.

एड्रियन ने तस्वीर को देखकर अपनी सहमति जताई और फिर मुझे फोन वापस दे दिया। "चलो, मैं भी मान सकता हूँ कि यह काफी क्यूट है।" मैं उस बात का मतलब निकालने में लग गई। उसके यह कहने का क्या मतलब था कि 'वह भी' मान सकता है? क्या इसका मतलब यह था कि एक आम इंसान के हिसाब से मैं क्यूट थी? या फिर यह कि मैं एड्रियन की खूबसूरत लड़कियों की पसंद पर खरी उतरी थी?

Adrian gave the picture a nod of approval before handing me the phone. "Okay, even I can admit that's pretty cute." I found myself overanalyzing the comment. What had he meant in saying 'even he' could admit it? That I was cute for a human? Or that I had just met some kind of Adrian hot-girl criteria?

Adrian gave the picture a nod of approval before handing me the phone. "Okay, even I can admit that's pretty cute." I found myself overanalyzing the comment. What had he meant in saying 'even he' could admit it? That I was cute for a human? Or that I had just met some kind of Adrian hot-girl criteria?

केवल एक सच्चा पक्का दोस्त ही आपको आपके अमर दुश्मनों से बचा सकता है।

Only a true best friend can protect you from your immortal enemies.

Only a true best friend can protect you from your immortal enemies.

एक साल। हम एक-दूसरे को सिर्फ़ एक साल से जानते थे, लेकिन उस एक साल में हमने पूरी ज़िंदगी जी ली थी।

A year. We'd known each other only a year, but we'd lived a lifetime in it.

A year. We'd known each other only a year, but we'd lived a lifetime in it.

"ओह," उसने कहा, एक लाल गेंद को छेद में मारकर। "तुम ही तो थे।" "क्या तुम किसी और की उम्मीद कर रहे थे?" मैंने पूछा। "क्या मैं तुम्हारी सामाजिक गतिविधियों में दखल दे रहा हूँ?" उसने खाली कमरे में बड़ी नफ़रत से देखा। "मैं तुम्हें उन प्रशंसकों के झुंड से नहीं बचाना चाहता जो तुम्हारे दरवाजे पर टूट पड़ रहे हैं।" “अरे, उम्मीद तो करना ही पड़ता है। मतलब, यह भी मुमकिन नहीं है कि एक गाड़ी में न्यूड कॉस्ट्यूम पहने कॉलेज लड़कियों का समूह आकर मेरी मदद मांगे।”

Oh," he said, knocking a red ball into a hole. "It's you." "You were expecting someone else?" I asked. "Am I interrupting your social calender?" I made a big show of glancing around the empty room. "I don't want to keep you from the mob of fans beating down your door." "Hey, a guy can hope. I mean, it's not impossible that a car full of scantily clad sorority girls might break down outside and need my help.

Oh," he said, knocking a red ball into a hole. "It's you." "You were expecting someone else?" I asked. "Am I interrupting your social calender?" I made a big show of glancing around the empty room. "I don't want to keep you from the mob of fans beating down your door." "Hey, a guy can hope. I mean, it's not impossible that a car full of scantily clad sorority girls might break down outside and need my help.

koi bhi normal nahi tha, asliyat mein toh bilkul nahi.

No one was normal, not really.

No one was normal, not really.

मैं ऐसा नहीं करना चाहता। मान मेरी बात। लेकिन मैं क्या करूँ, मुझसे रहा नहीं जाता। रोज़ ने कहा था कि वक़्त के साथ मैं भावनाओं पर काबू पाना सीख जाऊँगा ताकि उसकी भावनाएं मुझ पर असर न डालें, लेकिन मैं अभी ऐसा नहीं कर पा रहा हूँ। और सिडनी, उसके अंदर बहुत भावनाएं हैं। बहुत ज़्यादा भावनाएं। वह हर चीज़ को बहुत शिद्दत से महसूस करता है— प्यार, गम, गुस्सा। उसकी भावनाएं कभी ऊपर जाती हैं तो कभी नीचे, बस उथल-पुथल मची रहती है। उसके और रोज़ के बीच जो कुछ भी हुआ... वह उसे अंदर से तोड़े डाल रहा है।

I don't want to. Believe me. But I can't help it. Rose said in time, I'll learn the control to keep his feelings out, but I can't do it now. And he has so much, Sydney. So much feeling. He feels everything so strongly— love, grief, anger. His emotions are up and down, all over the place. What happened between him and Rose . . . it tears him apart.

I don't want to. Believe me. But I can't help it. Rose said in time, I'll learn the control to keep his feelings out, but I can't do it now. And he has so much, Sydney. So much feeling. He feels everything so strongly— love, grief, anger. His emotions are up and down, all over the place. What happened between him and Rose . . . it tears him apart.

हाँ? उन सब बिल्लियों के नाम क्या रखे हैं तुमने?” “मृत्यु, अकाल, महामारी, युद्ध, और मिस्टर व्हिस्कर्स।” “तुमने अपनी बिल्लियों के नाम कयामत के घुड़सवारों के नाम पर... रुको। मिस्टर व्हिस्कर्स?” “खैर, घुड़सवार होते ही चार हैं।”

Yeah? What'd you name all those cats?" Death, Famine, Pestilence, War, and Mr. Whiskers." You named your cats after the riders of the apocal--wait. Mr. Whiskers?" Well, there are only four horsemen.

Yeah? What'd you name all those cats?" Death, Famine, Pestilence, War, and Mr. Whiskers." You named your cats after the riders of the apocal--wait. Mr. Whiskers?" Well, there are only four horsemen.

कई बार हमारी ताकत की सबसे बड़ी परीक्षा ऐसी परिस्थितियों में होती है जो देखने में उतनी खतरनाक नहीं लगतीं। कई बार ज़िंदा रहना ही सबसे मुश्किल काम होता है।

Sometimes the greatest tests of our strength are situations that don't seem so obviously dangerous. Sometimes surviving is the hardest thing of all.

Sometimes the greatest tests of our strength are situations that don't seem so obviously dangerous. Sometimes surviving is the hardest thing of all.

मुझे लगा कि अल्केमिस्टों को एड्रियन इवाश्कोव से निपटने के लिए एक पूरी विभाग की आवश्यकता है।

I decided the Alchemists needed an entire department devoted to handling Adrian Ivashkov.

I decided the Alchemists needed an entire department devoted to handling Adrian Ivashkov.

ho sakta hai tum aag ke gole se badhkar bijli ke jhatke dene tak ka safar tay kar rahi ho," adrian ne sujhaya. "mujhe shart lagakar kehna hai ki yeh bilkul ninja stars fenkne jaisa hoga. bas fark yeh hoga ki tum logon ko raakh mein badal sakti ho."

Maybe you're graduating from fireballs to lightning bolts," Adrian suggested. "I bet it'd be a lot like throwing ninja stars. Except, well, you could incinerate people.

Maybe you're graduating from fireballs to lightning bolts," Adrian suggested. "I bet it'd be a lot like throwing ninja stars. Except, well, you could incinerate people.

तुम्हें बस बच्चों वाला मील ले लेना चाहिए था," एड्रियन ने मेरे आधे खाए हुए बर्गर और फ्राइज़ की तरफ इशारा करते हुए कहा। "इससे तुम मेरे बहुत सारे पैसे बचा सकती थीं। और साथ में एक खिलौना भी मिल जाता।"

You should've just gotten a kids' meal.” Adrian told me, pointing to my half-eaten burger and fries. “You could've saved me a lot of money. And gotten a toy.

You should've just gotten a kids' meal.” Adrian told me, pointing to my half-eaten burger and fries. “You could've saved me a lot of money. And gotten a toy.

“आखिर उम्मीद बचे भी तो किस बात की?” मैंने पूछा। “अगर फरिश्ते तक गिर जाएं, तो हम बाकी लोगों के लिए क्या उम्मीद बचती है?”

What hope is there?" I asked. "If even angels fall, what hope is there for the rest of us?

What hope is there?" I asked. "If even angels fall, what hope is there for the rest of us?

मेरी ज़िंदगी की दूसरी समस्या दिमित्री है। नटाली को उसी ने मारा है, और वह सचमुच एक खूँखार शख्स है। और हाँ, वह काफ़ी हैंडसम भी है। ठीक है—हैंडसम से कहीं ज़्यादा। वह इतना ज़्यादा हॉट है कि सड़क पर चलते-चलते आदमी रुक जाए और किसी गाड़ी से टकरा जाए। पर, जैसा कि मैंने कहा, वह मेरा इंस्ट्रक्टर है। और वह चौबीस साल का है। ये दोनों ही वजहें काफी हैं कि मुझे उससे प्यार नहीं पड़ना चाहिए था। लेकिन, सच कहूँ तो सबसे बड़ी वजह यह है कि ग्रेजुएट होने के बाद उसे और मुझे मिलकर लिस्सा का गार्डियन बनना है। अगर हम दोनों एक-दूसरे पर ही नज़रें गड़ाए रहेंगे, तो इसका मतलब है कि हम उसकी सुरक्षा नहीं कर रहे हैं।

The other problem in my life is Dimitri. He's the one who killed Natalie, and he's a total badass. He's also pretty good-looking. Okay-more than good-looking. He's hot-like, the kind of hot that makes you stop walking on the street and get hit by traffic. But, like I said, he's my instructor. And he's twenty-four. Both of those are reasons why I shouldn't have fallen for him. But, honestly, the most important reason is that he and I will be Lissa's guardian when she graduates. If he and I are checking each other out, then that means we aren't looking out for her.

The other problem in my life is Dimitri. He's the one who killed Natalie, and he's a total badass. He's also pretty good-looking. Okay-more than good-looking. He's hot-like, the kind of hot that makes you stop walking on the street and get hit by traffic. But, like I said, he's my instructor. And he's twenty-four. Both of those are reasons why I shouldn't have fallen for him. But, honestly, the most important reason is that he and I will be Lissa's guardian when she graduates. If he and I are checking each other out, then that means we aren't looking out for her.

"वो सब तुम्हारी प्रतीक्षा कर रहे हैं। अंदर आ जाओ।" एड्रियन ने गंभीर स्वर में कीथ के कान के पास आकर कहा, "अगर तुम हिम्मत करो।" फिर उसने कीथ को कंधे पर थपथपाया और एक भयानक हंसी निकली, "हहहहह!"

They’re waiting for you. Go on in.” Adrian leaned close to Keith’s ear and spoke in an ominous voice. “If.You.Dare.” He poked Keith’s shoulder and gave a "Muhahaha” kind of monster laugh.

They’re waiting for you. Go on in.” Adrian leaned close to Keith’s ear and spoke in an ominous voice. “If.You.Dare.” He poked Keith’s shoulder and gave a "Muhahaha” kind of monster laugh.

jab hum gaane par thirakne lage toh maine pucha, "tumare dimag mein kya chal raha tha?" main uske haathon ko nazarandaz karne ki koshish kar rahi thi. "kya tumhe andaza hai ki tum mujhe kitni badi musibat mein daal sakte the?" adrian muskura diya. "nahi. sabko tum par taras aa raha hai. ek dheet, dust pishach ke sath naachne ke baad tumhe shaheed ka darja mil jayega. alchemists ke sath job ki security pakki."

What were you thinking?" I demanded once we were moving to the music. I was trying to ignore his hands. "Do you know how much trouble you may have gotten me in?" Adrian grinned. "Nah. They all feel bad for you. You'll achieve martyrdom after dancing with a mean, wicked vampire. Job security with the Alchemists.

What were you thinking?" I demanded once we were moving to the music. I was trying to ignore his hands. "Do you know how much trouble you may have gotten me in?" Adrian grinned. "Nah. They all feel bad for you. You'll achieve martyrdom after dancing with a mean, wicked vampire. Job security with the Alchemists.

क्या तुम... मुझे नहीं पता, कोई हॉंक या कुछ और नहीं ढूँढ सकती?" एड्रियन ने ज़िद करते हुए कहा, "चार्मिंग होना ही मेरा शौक है। मैं पार्टी की जान हूँ— बिना शराब पिए भी। मैं अकेले रहने के लिए नहीं बना हूँ।"

Can't you . . . I don't know. Find a hobby or something?" "Being charming is my hobby," said Adrian obstinately. "I'm the life of the party— even without drinking. I wasn't meant to be alone.

Can't you . . . I don't know. Find a hobby or something?" "Being charming is my hobby," said Adrian obstinately. "I'm the life of the party— even without drinking. I wasn't meant to be alone.

औब्री पास के काउंटर पर उकड़ूँ बैठकर अपनी छोटी-छोटी आँखों से मुझे घूर रहा था, शायद यह सोच रहा था कि कोई भी इंसान स्वेच्छा से पानी में क्यों उतर सकता है, वो भी इतनी देर तक।

Aubrey, crouching on a nearby counter, watched me with squinty eyes, apparently pondering why anyone would willingly immerse themselves in water ever, let alone for extended periods of time.

Aubrey, crouching on a nearby counter, watched me with squinty eyes, apparently pondering why anyone would willingly immerse themselves in water ever, let alone for extended periods of time.

एक पल के लिए, मैं उन दोनों को आमने-सामने देखकर मंत्रमुग्ध रह गई। मेरी माँ: गार्डियन की उत्कृष्टता और शालीनता की बेमिसाल मूरत। मेरे पिता: अपने मक़सद को हर हाल में पूरा करने वाले, चाहे तरीका कितना भी गलत क्यों न हो। थोड़ी असहजता के साथ, मुझे समझ आने लगा कि मेरी ये अजीब शख्सियत मुझे कहाँ से मिली है।

For a moment, I was captivated as I studied them side by side. My mother: the perfect picture of guardian excellence and decorum. My father: always capable of achieving his goals, no matter how twisted the means. Uneasily, I began to understand how I’d inherited my bizarre personality.

For a moment, I was captivated as I studied them side by side. My mother: the perfect picture of guardian excellence and decorum. My father: always capable of achieving his goals, no matter how twisted the means. Uneasily, I began to understand how I’d inherited my bizarre personality.

मैं ताला तोड़ा था। तुम सोचो, स्कूल के दिनों में मेरे माता-पिता के शराब का डिब्बा कैसे खुला?

I can pick a lock. How do you think I got into my parents' liquor cabinet in middle school?

I can pick a lock. How do you think I got into my parents' liquor cabinet in middle school?

tumne usse haath milaya?" adrian ne hairani se pucha... “us poori aag jaisi josh aur aawaz ke baad, yeh ek chamatkar hi hai ki tum dono ek-doosre se door reh pa rahe ho

You shook his hand?" Adrian asked incredulously … “With all that red-hot passion, it’s a wonder you guys can stay away from each other

You shook his hand?" Adrian asked incredulously … “With all that red-hot passion, it’s a wonder you guys can stay away from each other

मुझे वापस जाना होगा," मैंने एड्रियन से कहा। "उस दरवाज़े के अंदर।" उसने अपनी एक भौंह उठाई। "क्या, चुपचाप घुसने के लिए? ये हुई न कोई सीक्रेट एजेंटों वाली बात। और अरे... कितना खतरनाक और मूर्खतापूर्ण है ये।" "मुझे पता है," मैंने कहा, और खुद इस बात से हैरान थी कि यह स्वीकार करते वक्त मेरी आवाज़ इतनी शांत कैसे थी। "लेकिन मुझे कुछ जानना है, और शायद यही मेरा इकलौता मौका हो।" "तो फिर मैं भी तुम्हारे साथ चलूँगा, कहीं वो आदमी वापस आ गया तो," उसने एक लंबी साँस लेते हुए कहा। "कोई यह न कहे कि एड्रियन इवाशकॉव मुसीबत में फँसी किसी हसीना की मदद नहीं करता।"

I have to get back there." I said to Adrian. "Into that door." He arched an eyebrow. "What, like sneaking in? How very black ops of you. And oh, you know— dangerous and foolish." "I know." I said, surprised at how calm I sounded as I admitted that. "But I have to know something, and this may be my only chance." "Then I'll go with you in case that guy comes back," he said with a sigh. "Never let it be said Adrian Ivashkov doesn't help damsels in distress.

I have to get back there." I said to Adrian. "Into that door." He arched an eyebrow. "What, like sneaking in? How very black ops of you. And oh, you know— dangerous and foolish." "I know." I said, surprised at how calm I sounded as I admitted that. "But I have to know something, and this may be my only chance." "Then I'll go with you in case that guy comes back," he said with a sigh. "Never let it be said Adrian Ivashkov doesn't help damsels in distress.

वैम्पायर्स! सच में, कभी-कभी वे बिल्कुल बच्चों जैसे होते हैं।

Vampires. Honestly, they're like children sometimes.

Vampires. Honestly, they're like children sometimes.

“अरे, मेरी बेटी,” उसने कहा। “अठारह साल की उम्र में तुम पर कत्ल का इल्जाम लग चुका है, भगोड़ों की मदद कर चुकी हो, और तुम्हारे नाम पर ऐसे लोगों की फेहरिस्त है जितने शायद ही किसी गार्डियन के हिस्से आते हैं।” वह थोड़ा रुका। “मुझे तुम पर बहुत गर्व है।”

Ah, my daughter,ʺ he said. ʺEighteen, and already youʹve been accused of murder, aided felons, and acquired a death count higher than most guardians will ever see.ʺ He paused. ʺI couldnʹt be prouder.

Ah, my daughter,ʺ he said. ʺEighteen, and already youʹve been accused of murder, aided felons, and acquired a death count higher than most guardians will ever see.ʺ He paused. ʺI couldnʹt be prouder.

मैंने बस इतना ही देख लिया है। अब मैं एक व्यर्थ प्रयास के साथ जाकर शराब पीऊंगा, इस कलंक की स्मृति को मिटाने की कोशिश करूंगा।

I’ve seen all I need to. I’m going to go drink now in a futile effort to wipe away the memory of this debacle.

I’ve seen all I need to. I’m going to go drink now in a futile effort to wipe away the memory of this debacle.

तो... तुम्हारा मतलब है कि मेरी बहन ने वेश्याओं जैसे कपड़े पहने हैं

So. You’re saying my sister’s dressed like a prostitute

So. You’re saying my sister’s dressed like a prostitute

मैंने अपना इरादा बदल लिया है," उसने कहा। "मैं नौकरी पाने में तुम्हारी मदद लेने के लिए तैयार हूँ।" मैं गाड़ी सामने आ रहे ट्रैफिक में भिड़ाते-भिड़ाते बची।

I changed my mind," he said. "I'll take you up on helping me get a job." I almost swerved into oncoming traffic.

I changed my mind," he said. "I'll take you up on helping me get a job." I almost swerved into oncoming traffic.

मेरे भीतर एक गहरी कसक उठ खड़ी हुई। मुझे इसकी चाहत थी। हे भगवान, मैं इसे पाना चाहती थी। मैं जेरोम का यह ताना नहीं सुनना चाहती थी कि "तुम्हारी पसंद हमेशा बस बेकार के लोग ही होते हैं।" मैं घर लौटकर किसी को अपने पूरे दिन के बारे में बताना चाहती थी। मैं वीकेंड पर बाहर डांस करने जाना चाहती थी। मैं चाहती थी कि हम दोनों साथ में छुट्टियाँ मनाएँ। जब मैं परेशान होऊँ, जब दुनिया के उतार-चढ़ाव मुझे अंदर से तोड़ दें, तो कोई मुझे गले से लगा ले, मैं ऐसा कोई चाहती थी। मैं किसी से प्यार करना चाहती थी।

Longing surged up within me. I wanted it. Oh God, I wanted it. I didn't want to hear Jerome chastise me for my "all lowlifes, all the time" seduction policy. I wanted to come home and tell someone about my day. I wanted to go out dancing on the weekends. I wanted to take vacations together. I wanted someone to hold me when I was upset, when the ups and downs of the world pushed me too far. I wanted someone to love.

Longing surged up within me. I wanted it. Oh God, I wanted it. I didn't want to hear Jerome chastise me for my "all lowlifes, all the time" seduction policy. I wanted to come home and tell someone about my day. I wanted to go out dancing on the weekends. I wanted to take vacations together. I wanted someone to hold me when I was upset, when the ups and downs of the world pushed me too far. I wanted someone to love.

...चटख गुलाबी रंग का, जिसके सामने इंद्रधनुष के रंग के चमकीले सितारे बने हुए थे। वह बेहद घटिया था। मैंने उसे खरीद लिया।

...hot pink with a star done in rainbow rhinestones on the front. It was god-awful. I bought it.

...hot pink with a star done in rainbow rhinestones on the front. It was god-awful. I bought it.

रोज़े और दिमित्री लगभग एक ही इकाई की तरह चलते थे, जैसे एक-दूसरे के पूरक शिकारी शेर या भेड़िया होते, दोनों ही सतर्क और घातक थे, और आस-पास के हर पहलू और हर व्यक्ति को हल्के में नहीं ले जाते थे।

Rose and Dimitri moved almost as one entity, like a matched pair of wolfes or lions, both wary and deadly as they studied their surroundings, taking no detail or person for granted.

Rose and Dimitri moved almost as one entity, like a matched pair of wolfes or lions, both wary and deadly as they studied their surroundings, taking no detail or person for granted.

मुझे लगता है कि मेरे जीवन को संतुलित रखने के लिए मेरे पास कुछ और है।

I think I’ve got something else to help center my life.

I think I’ve got something else to help center my life.

अब मुझे तुम दोनों में पारिवारिक समानता दिखाई दे रही है। मैं तो सोचने लगी थी कि कहीं जिल गोद ली हुई तो नहीं है, लेकिन तुम दोनों की शक्लें काफी मिलती-जुलती हैं।" "नॉर्थ डकोटा में हमारा डाकिया भी ऐसा ही दिखता है," एड्रियन ने कहा।

Now I see some family resemblance. I was starting to wonder if Jill was adopted, but you two kind of look like each other." "So does our mailman back in North Dakota," said Adrian.

Now I see some family resemblance. I was starting to wonder if Jill was adopted, but you two kind of look like each other." "So does our mailman back in North Dakota," said Adrian.

मैंने एक लंबी साँस ली और शून्य में देखने लगी। "मैं उसे बहुत मिस करती हूँ।" "मुझे अफ़सोस है," उसने कहा। "क्या यह दर्द कभी कम होगा?" उसका यह सवाल सुनकर वह जैसे चौंक गई। "मैं... मैं नहीं जानती।"

I sighed and stared off without any particular focus. "I miss him so much." "I'm sorry," she said. "Will it ever get better?" The question seemed to catch her by surprise. "I...I don't know.

I sighed and stared off without any particular focus. "I miss him so much." "I'm sorry," she said. "Will it ever get better?" The question seemed to catch her by surprise. "I...I don't know.

मुझे लगता है कि अगर आप कानून तोड़ने को ही अपना पेशा बनाने जा रहे हैं, तो बेहतर है कि आप उनके बारे में सब कुछ पहले से जान लें।

I supposed if you were going to make a career of breaking laws, you might as well know them.

I supposed if you were going to make a career of breaking laws, you might as well know them.

एugenie, मेरी प्यारी, तुम्हारी ये गुस्से से भरी शिकायतें कितनी प्यारी हैं, पर ये बस हमें धीमा करती हैं। अगर तुम चाहती हो कि मैं तुम्हारी मदद करूँ, तो मुझे चलने दो। अगर नहीं, तो मुझे उन जगहों पर ले चलो जहाँ औरतें खुलकर कपड़े पहनती हैं और जल्दी ही शराब के नशे में अपनी मर्यादा खो देती हैं।

Eugenie, my sweet, your outraged protests are adorable, but they only continue to slow us down. If you want me to help you, then let me. If you don't, then take me to one of those places where human women wear revealing clothing and quickly lose their virtue through alcohol.

Eugenie, my sweet, your outraged protests are adorable, but they only continue to slow us down. If you want me to help you, then let me. If you don't, then take me to one of those places where human women wear revealing clothing and quickly lose their virtue through alcohol.

तुम... तुम क्या कर रही हो?" "मुझे नहीं पता," उसने मुस्कुराते हुए कहा। वह मेरी ओर एक कदम आगे बढ़ा। "लेकिन मुझे पूरा यकीन है कि तुम भी यही कर रही थीं।"

What...what are you doing?" "I won't know," he said with a grin. He took a step towards me. "But I'm pretty sure you were doing it too.

What...what are you doing?" "I won't know," he said with a grin. He took a step towards me. "But I'm pretty sure you were doing it too.

मुझे नहीं लगता कि उसने तुम्हें सिर्फ तुम्हारी शक्ल-सूरत देखकर नौकरी दी होगी?" एड्रियन कहीं और देख रहा था, लेकिन अब उसने मुझे देखकर एक बड़ी सी मुस्कान दी। "अरे सेज, तुम कितनी मीठी बातें करती हो।" "मेरा वह मतलब नहीं था! क्या हुआ था?" उसने कंधे उचकाए। "मैंने सच बोला।" "एड्रियन!" "मैं सच कह रहा हूँ। उसने मुझसे पूछा कि मेरी सबसे बड़ी ताकत क्या है। मैंने कहा लोगों के साथ मिल-जुलकर रहना।" "यह तो बुरा नहीं है," मैंने माना। "फिर उसने पूछा कि मेरी सबसे बड़ी कमजोरी क्या है। और मैंने कहा, 'कहाँ से शुरू करूँ?'" "एड्रियन!" "मेरा नाम ऐसे लेना बंद करो। मैंने उसे सच बताया था। जब मैं चौथी कमजोरी पर पहुँचा, तो उसने कहा कि अब तुम जा सकते हो।"

I don't suppose that she gave you the job based on looks alone?" Adrian had been staring off but now flashed me a big smile. "Why, Sage, you sweet talker." "That's not what I meant! What happened?" He shrugged. "I told the truth." "Adrian!" "I'm serious. She asked me what my greatest strength was. I said getting along with people." "That's not bad." I admitted. "Then she asked what my greatest weakness was. And I said, 'Where should I start?'" "Adrian!" "Stop saying my name like that. I told her the truth. By the time I was on the fourth one, she told me I could go.

I don't suppose that she gave you the job based on looks alone?" Adrian had been staring off but now flashed me a big smile. "Why, Sage, you sweet talker." "That's not what I meant! What happened?" He shrugged. "I told the truth." "Adrian!" "I'm serious. She asked me what my greatest strength was. I said getting along with people." "That's not bad." I admitted. "Then she asked what my greatest weakness was. And I said, 'Where should I start?'" "Adrian!" "Stop saying my name like that. I told her the truth. By the time I was on the fourth one, she told me I could go.

"मैं समझती हूँ," उसने मेरे मन की बात भांपते हुए कहा। "मैं बिल्कुल जानती हूँ कि तुम कैसा महसूस कर रही हो।" "क्या यह आसान हो जाता है?" मैंने पूछा। सिडनी के विपरीत, ओलेना के पास इसका जवाब था। "हाँ। लेकिन तुम पहले जैसी कभी नहीं रहोगी।"

I know," she said, guessing my thoughts. "I know exactly how you feel." "Does it get easier?" I asked. Unlike Sydney, Olena had an answer. "Yes. But you'll never be the same.

I know," she said, guessing my thoughts. "I know exactly how you feel." "Does it get easier?" I asked. Unlike Sydney, Olena had an answer. "Yes. But you'll never be the same.

आप कैसे साबित कर सकते हैं कि हम वजूद रखते हैं? शायद हम हैं ही नहीं।

How do you prove we exist? Maybe we don't.

How do you prove we exist? Maybe we don't.

सब कुछ मेरे निजी मनोरंजन के बारे में है। दुनिया मेरा मंच है। जारी रखो, तुम शो में एक शानदार कलाकार बन रहे हो।

Everything's about my personal entertainment. The world is my stage. Keep it up- you're becoming a star performer in the show.

Everything's about my personal entertainment. The world is my stage. Keep it up- you're becoming a star performer in the show.

“ठीक है,” मैंने तंज कसा, “अल्फा यम एर्गो।” एड्रियन ने गंभीरता से सिर हिलाया। “एक बहुत पुराना और प्रतिष्ठित समाज।” “मैंने तो इनके बारे में कभी नहीं सुना,” उस लड़की ने कहा जिसने पहली शर्ट चुनी थी। “वे हर किसी को अंदर नहीं आने देते,” उसने कहा। सफेद पेंट से उसने अपने फर्जी छात्र संघ के शुरुआती अक्षर लिखे: AYE। “क्या यह वही है जो समुद्री डाकू कहते हैं?” लड़कियों में से एक ने पूछा। “खैर, अल्फा यम्स का संबंध समुद्र से है,” उसने समझाया। मेरे होश उड़ गए जब उसने एक मोटरसाइकिल पर बैठे समुद्री डाकू के कंकाल की पेंटिंग बनानी शुरू कर दी। “ओह, नहीं,” मैंने कराहते हुए कहा। “टेटू नहीं।” “यह हमारा लोगो है,” उसने कहा।

Right," I scoffed, "Alpha Yam Ergo." Adrian nodded solemnly. "A very old and prestigious society." "I've never heard of them," said the girl who'd claimed the first shirt. "They don't let many people in," he said. In white paint, he wrote his fake fraternity's initials: AYE. "Isn't that what pirates say?" asked one of the girls. "Well, the Alpha Yams have nautical origins," he explained. To my horror he began painting a pirate skeleton riding a motorcycle. "Oh, no," I groaned. "Not the tattoo." "It's our logo," he said.

Right," I scoffed, "Alpha Yam Ergo." Adrian nodded solemnly. "A very old and prestigious society." "I've never heard of them," said the girl who'd claimed the first shirt. "They don't let many people in," he said. In white paint, he wrote his fake fraternity's initials: AYE. "Isn't that what pirates say?" asked one of the girls. "Well, the Alpha Yams have nautical origins," he explained. To my horror he began painting a pirate skeleton riding a motorcycle. "Oh, no," I groaned. "Not the tattoo." "It's our logo," he said.

कैसे?" मैंने गुस्से से पूछा। "तुम इसमें भी कैसे गड़बड़ कर सकते हो?" "जब मैं अंदर गया, तो उन्होंने कहा कि मैनेजर फोन पर है और उसे थोड़ा वक्त लगेगा। इसलिए, मैं बैठ गया और एक ड्रिंक का ऑर्डर दे दिया।" इस बार, सच में मेरा माथा स्टीयरिंग व्हील पर जा टिका। "तुमने किस चीज़ का ऑर्डर दिया?" "एक मार्टीनी।" "एक मार्टीनी," मैंने अपना सिर उठाया। "तुमने नौकरी के इंटरव्यू से पहले मार्टीनी का ऑर्डर दिया?" "वो एक बार है, सेज। मुझे लगा उन्हें इससे कोई दिक्कत नहीं होगी।"

How?" I demanded. "How could you have screwed this one up?" "When I got in, they said the manager was on the phone and would be a few minutes. So, I sat down and ordered a drink." This time, I did lean my forehead against the steering wheel. "What did you order?" "A martini." "A martini." I lifted my head. "You ordered a martini before a job interview." "It's a bar, Sage. I figured they'd be cool with it.

How?" I demanded. "How could you have screwed this one up?" "When I got in, they said the manager was on the phone and would be a few minutes. So, I sat down and ordered a drink." This time, I did lean my forehead against the steering wheel. "What did you order?" "A martini." "A martini." I lifted my head. "You ordered a martini before a job interview." "It's a bar, Sage. I figured they'd be cool with it.

"उसे हाथ मत लगाना," वह गुस्से से गुर्राया। उसकी आवाज़ में एक ऐसा खतरनाक तेवर था कि अगर वह मेरे लिए होता, तो मैं सचमुच डर जाती। उसने मुझे अपने पीछे खींच लिया और टेबल से सटकर अपनी पीठ करते हुए, ढाल बनकर मेरे आगे खड़ा हो गया। गार्डियंस हर तरफ से हमारी ओर बढ़ने लगे, और दिमित्री ने उन्हें उसी घातक फुर्ती और खूबसूरती से ढेर करना शुरू कर दिया, जिसके लिए लोग कभी उसे देवता कहा करते थे।

Don't touch her," he growled. There was a note in his voice that would of scared me if it had been directed toward me. He shoved me behind him, putting his body protectively in front of mine with my back to the table. Guardians came at us from all directions,and Dimitri began dispatching them with the same deadly grace that had once made people call him a god.

Don't touch her," he growled. There was a note in his voice that would of scared me if it had been directed toward me. He shoved me behind him, putting his body protectively in front of mine with my back to the table. Guardians came at us from all directions,and Dimitri began dispatching them with the same deadly grace that had once made people call him a god.

डिज़र्ट का मज़ा लेने के लिए मुझे अपनी जान जोखिम में डालने की ज़रूरत नहीं थी।

My life didnʹt need to be on the line for me to enjoy dessert.

My life didnʹt need to be on the line for me to enjoy dessert.

यह नाम तो किसी दुनिया के विजेता को नहीं चुनता... मैं शायद 'थंड्रो' या 'रैग्नार' कहता, या फिर बस 'थंड्रो' कह देता।

But it's not the name I'd give to a conqueror of worlds... I would've gone with Thundro or Ragnor. I might just call him Thundro anyway.

But it's not the name I'd give to a conqueror of worlds... I would've gone with Thundro or Ragnor. I might just call him Thundro anyway.

और सुनो, अगर मैं तुमसे यूं ही प्यार करता रहूं, तो शायद तुम आखिरकार पिघल जाओगी और मुझसे भी प्यार करने लगोगी।

And hey, if I keep loving you, maybe you'll eventually crack and love me too.

And hey, if I keep loving you, maybe you'll eventually crack and love me too.

उसका ख्याल रखने के लिए शुक्रिया, सेज। तुम ठीक हो। एक इंसान के हिसाब से।" मैं लगभग हँस पड़ी। "शुक्रिया।" "तुम भी यह कह सकती हो, जानती हो ना।" मैं लाटे (घोड़े) के पास गई और रुक गई। "क्या कहूँ?" "यही कि मैं ठीक हूँ... एक पिशाच के हिसाब से," उसने समझाया। मैंने मुस्कुराते हुए सिर हिलाया। "यह बात कोई भी एल्केमिस्ट आसानी से नहीं मानेगा। लेकिन मैं इतना कह सकती हूँ कि तुम एक ऐसे लापरवाह पार्टी बॉय हो, जो कभी-कभी बहुत काम की बातें कर लेता है।" "बहुत काम की बात? तुम्हें लगता है मैं बहुत समझदार हूँ?" उसने अपने दोनों हाथ हवा में उठा लिए। "सुना तुमने, दुनिया वालों? सेज का कहना है कि मैं बहुत समझदार हूँ।"

Thanks for looking out for her, Sage. You're okay. For a human." I almost laughed. "Thanks." "You can say it too, you know." I walked over to Latte and paused. "Say what?" "That I'm okay...for a vampire," he explained. I shook my head, still smiling. "You'll have a hard time getting any Alchemist to admit that. But I can say you're okay for an irreverent party boy with occasional moments of brilliance." "Brilliant? You think I'm brilliant?" He threw his hands skyward. "You hear that, world? Sage says I'm brilliant.

Thanks for looking out for her, Sage. You're okay. For a human." I almost laughed. "Thanks." "You can say it too, you know." I walked over to Latte and paused. "Say what?" "That I'm okay...for a vampire," he explained. I shook my head, still smiling. "You'll have a hard time getting any Alchemist to admit that. But I can say you're okay for an irreverent party boy with occasional moments of brilliance." "Brilliant? You think I'm brilliant?" He threw his hands skyward. "You hear that, world? Sage says I'm brilliant.

"मुझे पता था कि तुम एक बेहतरीन फाइटर हो," एड्रियन ने बात जारी रखी, "लेकिन मुझे इस बात का अंदाज़ा तब तक नहीं हुआ जब तक मैंने तुम्हें उन गार्डियंस को धूल चटाते नहीं देखा।" "तो क्या इसका मतलब यह है कि अब तुम मुझसे ज़्यादा प्यार से पेश आओगे?" मैंने मज़ाक किया। "मैं पहले से ही तुम्हारे साथ बहुत प्यार से पेश आता हूँ," उसने शान से कहा। "क्या तुम जानती हो कि इस समय सिगरेट पीने की मेरी कितनी इच्छा हो रही है? लेकिन फिर भी मैं खुद को रोक रहा हूँ। मैं अपनी मर्दानگی दिखाते हुए निकोटीन की तलब को चुपचाप सह रहा हूँ—वो भी सिर्फ तुम्हारे लिए।"

I knew you were a badass," continued Adrian. "But I didn't realize just how much until I saw you dropping guardians out there." "Does that mean you're going to be nicer to me?" I teased. "I'm already nice to you," he said loftily. "Do you know how badly I want a cigarette right now? But no. I manfully suffer through nicotine withdrawal—all for you.

I knew you were a badass," continued Adrian. "But I didn't realize just how much until I saw you dropping guardians out there." "Does that mean you're going to be nicer to me?" I teased. "I'm already nice to you," he said loftily. "Do you know how badly I want a cigarette right now? But no. I manfully suffer through nicotine withdrawal—all for you.

किसी से बचने के लिए मुझे जो कुछ भी सिखाया गया था, वह सब एक झटके में मेरे दिमाग में घूम गया। मैं सबसे ज़्यादा यह देखना चाहती थी कि कोई मेरा पीछा तो नहीं कर रहा है, लेकिन ऐसा करने से पक्का लोगों का ध्यान मेरी तरफ़ खींच जाता।

Everything Iʹd been taught about eluding someone came rushing back to my head. What I wanted to do more than anything was look around and see if I had a follower, but that would have definitely attracted attention.

Everything Iʹd been taught about eluding someone came rushing back to my head. What I wanted to do more than anything was look around and see if I had a follower, but that would have definitely attracted attention.

यह कैसे पता चला कि वो बंजर ढेर था? क्या तुम्हें मियावन की भेंट को पहचान में आया? “नहीं, पर उसमें डोरियन की एक संगमरमर की मूर्ति थी, जिसे मैंने सोचा कि शायद वो उसकी रियासत की ‘सरल’ भेंट थी।”

How do you know it was the blighted pile? Did you recognize Maiwenn’s gift?” “No, but there was a marble bust of Dorian in there, which I figured must have been his kingdom’s ‘humble’ gift.

How do you know it was the blighted pile? Did you recognize Maiwenn’s gift?” “No, but there was a marble bust of Dorian in there, which I figured must have been his kingdom’s ‘humble’ gift.

सिडनी! रुक जाओ। कुछ और सोचो। लैटिन क्रियाओं के रूप याद करो। आवर्त सारणी दोहराओ।

Sydney! Stop. Think of something else. Conjugate Latin verbs. Recite the periodic table.

Sydney! Stop. Think of something else. Conjugate Latin verbs. Recite the periodic table.

क्या तुम मूक फिल्मों के बारे में कुछ जानते हो?" "हाँ, बिल्कुल," मैंने कहा। "पहली मूक फिल्में उन्नीसवीं सदी के आख़िरी दौर में बनी थीं और कभी-कभी इनमें लाइव संगीत भी बजता था, हालाँकि 1920 के दशक तक आते-आते फिल्मों में आवाज़ का इस्तेमाल शुरू हुआ, जिससे आख़िरकार सिनेमा जगत से मूक फिल्में गायब हो गईं।"

Do you know anything about silent films?" "Sure," I said. "The first ones were developed in the late nineteenth century and sometimes had live musical accompaniment, though it wasn't until the 1920s that sound became truly incorporated into films, eventually making silent ones obsolete in cinema.

Do you know anything about silent films?" "Sure," I said. "The first ones were developed in the late nineteenth century and sometimes had live musical accompaniment, though it wasn't until the 1920s that sound became truly incorporated into films, eventually making silent ones obsolete in cinema.

"हम कहाँ जा रहे हैं?" विक्टर ने पूछा, "अगर मैं पूछ सकता हूँ तो।" मैं अपनी सीट पर थोड़ा हिल-डुल कर सीधे बैठ गई ताकि मैं उसकी आँखों में देख सकूं। "यह तो तुम हमें बताओगे। भले ही इस पर विश्वास करना मुश्किल हो, लेकिन हमने वह सब सिर्फ इसलिए नहीं किया क्योंकि हमें तुम्हारी प्यारी कंपनी की याद आ रही थी।" "इस बात पर विश्वास करना वाकई मुश्किल है।"

Where are we going?" asked Victor. "If I'm allowed to ask." I squirmed around in my seat so that I could look him in the eye. "That's what you're going to tell us. As hard as it is to believe, we didn't do all that just because we missed your pleasant company." "That is hard to believe.

Where are we going?" asked Victor. "If I'm allowed to ask." I squirmed around in my seat so that I could look him in the eye. "That's what you're going to tell us. As hard as it is to believe, we didn't do all that just because we missed your pleasant company." "That is hard to believe.

दिमित्री की किस्मत अच्छी थी कि मैं उसकी ढाल बनकर खड़ी थी।

Fortunately for Dimitri, I had his back.

Fortunately for Dimitri, I had his back.

अद्रियन, मैं डेट पर हूँ। तुम यहाँ क्यों हो? मेरे कार पर?

Adrian, I'm on a date. Why are you here? On my car?

Adrian, I'm on a date. Why are you here? On my car?

बातचीत बेकार थी। सिर्फ पाई मायने रखती थी।

Conversation was irrelevant. Only pie mattered.

Conversation was irrelevant. Only pie mattered.

मेरा नाम जेट स्टील है।

My name's Jet Steele.

My name's Jet Steele.

मैंने एक लंबी साँस ली और उसकी तरफ इशारा करते हुए कहा, "मैं इसे साथ ले जाऊँगी।" फिर फुसफुसाते हुए मैंने जोड़ा, "मुझे निराश मत करना, ज़्मेई।"

I sighed and gestured toward him. "I'll take him." In an undertone, I added, "Don't let me down, Zmey.

I sighed and gestured toward him. "I'll take him." In an undertone, I added, "Don't let me down, Zmey.

मैं किसी की बपौती नहीं हूँ। मैं अपने फैसले खुद लेती हूँ।" और तुम एड्रियन के साथ हो," दिमित्री ने कहा। "लेकिन मैं सिर्फ तुम्हारे लिए बना हूँ।

I don’t belong to anyone. I make my own choices." "And you’re with Adrian," said Dimitri. "But I was meant for you.

I don’t belong to anyone. I make my own choices." "And you’re with Adrian," said Dimitri. "But I was meant for you.

"यह मेरे लिए भी नहीं है। इससे गर्भाशय में पलने वाले बच्चों पर असर पड़ेगा।" "ये बकवास है," उसने लंबी, लाल-भूरे बालों को एक कंधे पर फेंकते हुए कहा। "अगर वह इतना अच्छा दिखने वाला न होता, तो जीवन आसान होता।" "देखो, मेरी माँ हर दिन शराब पीती थी, और मैं ठीक रहा," उसने कहा, अपने लहजे में व्यंग्य भरा भाव था।

I can’t have it either. It affects the babies in utero.” “Nonsense,” he said, tossing his long auburn hair over one shoulder. Life would be easier if he wasn’t so damned good-looking. “Why, my mother drank wine every day, and I turned out just fine.” “I think you’re proving my point for me,” I said dryly

I can’t have it either. It affects the babies in utero.” “Nonsense,” he said, tossing his long auburn hair over one shoulder. Life would be easier if he wasn’t so damned good-looking. “Why, my mother drank wine every day, and I turned out just fine.” “I think you’re proving my point for me,” I said dryly

तुम और मैं बहुत मज़ा करने वाले हैं, रोज़। परदे चुनना, एक-दूसरे के बाल बनाना, डरावनी कहानियाँ सुनाना।

You and me are going to have so much fun, Rose. Picking out curtains, doing each other's hair, telling ghost stories.

You and me are going to have so much fun, Rose. Picking out curtains, doing each other's hair, telling ghost stories.

मैं चाहता हूँ कि वह खुश रहे। इसके लिए मैं अपनी कुर्बानी भी दे सकता हूँ।

I want her to be happy. It's worth sacrificing myself.

I want her to be happy. It's worth sacrificing myself.

चलो, आखिरकार तुम्हें मारने का लाइसेंस मिल ही गया। वैसे भी बहुत देर कर दी तुमने।

Well, you've finally got a license to kill. It's about time.

Well, you've finally got a license to kill. It's about time.

एड्रियन ने अपना मुँह खोला, वह पक्का किसी बेतुके और मज़ाकिया ताने के साथ तैयार था। लिस्सा ने उसे सख्ती से सिर हिलाकर चुप करा दिया। "क्या वहाँ कोई... मुझे नहीं पता, बिना बाजू वाले विकल्प नहीं हैं?" सेल्सवुमन की आँखें फटी की फटी रह गईं। "किसी ने कभी अंतिम संस्कार में स्लीवलेस कपड़े नहीं पहने। यह ठीक नहीं होगा।" "शॉर्ट्स के बारे में क्या ख्याल है?" एड्रियन ने पूछा। "क्या वे ठीक रहेंगे अगर उनके साथ टाई भी पहनी जाए? क्योंकि मैं वही पहनने की सोच रहा था।" वह महिला बुरी तरह सहमी हुई नज़र आई।

Adrian opened his mouth, undoubtedly ready with some inappropriate and mocking comment. Lissa gave him a sharp headshake that kept him quiet. "Aren't there any, I don't know, sleeveless options?" The saleswoman's eyes widened. "No one has ever worn straps to a funeral. It wouldn't be right." "What about shorts?" asked Adrian. "Are they okay if they're with a tie? Because that's what I was gonna go with." The woman looked horrified.

Adrian opened his mouth, undoubtedly ready with some inappropriate and mocking comment. Lissa gave him a sharp headshake that kept him quiet. "Aren't there any, I don't know, sleeveless options?" The saleswoman's eyes widened. "No one has ever worn straps to a funeral. It wouldn't be right." "What about shorts?" asked Adrian. "Are they okay if they're with a tie? Because that's what I was gonna go with." The woman looked horrified.

अड्रियान का चेहरा पूर्ण शिष्टता और नियंत्रण का प्रतीक था, जिसका अर्थ था कि कुछ भयानक होने वाला था।

Adrian's face was the picture of perfect politeness and restraint, meaning something disastrous was about to happen.

Adrian's face was the picture of perfect politeness and restraint, meaning something disastrous was about to happen.

क्या वह सच में ऐसी ही है?” उसने रुक कर दोबारा सोचा। “क्या तुम सच में ऐसी हो? जादू-टोना? मेरा मतलब है, मुझे गलत मत समझना। मैं खून पीता हूँ और लोगों के दिमाग पर नियंत्रण रखता हूँ। लेकिन मैंने इसके बारे में कभी नहीं सुना था।”

Is she for real?” He paused and reconsidered. “Are you for real? Spells? Magic? I mean, don’t get me wrong. I drink blood and control people’s minds. But I’ve never heard of anything like this.

Is she for real?” He paused and reconsidered. “Are you for real? Spells? Magic? I mean, don’t get me wrong. I drink blood and control people’s minds. But I’ve never heard of anything like this.

अगर इससे तुम्हें थोड़ी राहत मिले, तो जान लो कि तुम कीथ जितने बुरे नहीं हो। वह आज यहाँ आया था और इतना घबराया हुआ था कि बार-बार मुड़कर पीछे देख रहा था।" ली ने कुछ सोचते हुए अपनी बात रोकी। "मुझे लगता है ऐसा इसलिए था क्योंकि एड्रियन उन पुरानी ब्लैक-एंड-व्हाइट फिल्मों को देखकर किसी पागल वैज्ञानिक की तरह हँसे जा रहा था।"

If it makes you feel any better, you’re not as bad as Keith. He was here earlier today and was so nervous, he literally kept looking over his shoulder.” Lee paused thoughtfully. “I think it might have been because Adrian kept laughing like a mad scientist at those old black-and-white movies he was watching.

If it makes you feel any better, you’re not as bad as Keith. He was here earlier today and was so nervous, he literally kept looking over his shoulder.” Lee paused thoughtfully. “I think it might have been because Adrian kept laughing like a mad scientist at those old black-and-white movies he was watching.

ज़्यादातर पिता अपनी बेटी के बॉयफ्रेंड्स का पेट चीरने की धमकियाँ नहीं देते। "यह सच नहीं है। और वैसे भी, मैंने असल में वह नहीं कहा था। उससे कहीं ज़्यादा खतरनाक बात कही थी।"

Most fathers don't threaten to disembowel their daughter's boyfriends." "That's not true. And anyway, that's not what I actually said. It was much worse.

Most fathers don't threaten to disembowel their daughter's boyfriends." "That's not true. And anyway, that's not what I actually said. It was much worse.

हम रोड ट्रिप करके पेरिस नहीं जा सकते।

We cannot road trip to Paris.

We cannot road trip to Paris.

मुझे भगवान से एक समझौता था: मैं बस इतना मानता कि वह है, अगर वह मुझे रविवार को सोने में इजाज़त देता है।

I had a standing arrangement with God: I'd agree to believe in him—barely—so long as he let me sleep in on Sundays.

I had a standing arrangement with God: I'd agree to believe in him—barely—so long as he let me sleep in on Sundays.

अगर तुम्हें लगता है कि मैंने अपना इरादा बदल लिया है, तो तुम बहुत ज़िद्दी, अहंकारी और न जाने क्या-क्या हो।” “देखो, बात यही है।” वह फिर से वहीं था, मेरे करीब आते हुए। “मुझे लगता है कि तुम्हें ‘न जाने क्या-क्या’ वाली ये बातें पसंद हैं।”

You’re presumptuous and arrogant and a whole lot of other things if you think I’ve changed my mind.” “You see, that’s just it.” There he was again, moving into my space. “I think you like the ‘other things.

You’re presumptuous and arrogant and a whole lot of other things if you think I’ve changed my mind.” “You see, that’s just it.” There he was again, moving into my space. “I think you like the ‘other things.

वापस जेल। अगर तुम दिल का दौरा पड़ने का नाटक करो, तो शायद मैं यहाँ से भाग सकूँ। (रोज़ हाथवे लिसा ड्रैगोमिर से कहती है)

Back to prison. Maybe if you fake a heart attack, I can make a break for it. (Rose Hathaway says to Lissa Dragomir)

Back to prison. Maybe if you fake a heart attack, I can make a break for it. (Rose Hathaway says to Lissa Dragomir)

"मुझे नहीं पता। शायद इस कॉलेज को भी वही समस्या हो जो पिछले वाले को थी।" मैंने त्यौरियाँ चढ़ाईं। "वह क्या?" "होमवर्क।" "एड्रियन," उसके पिता गुस्से से गुर्राए। "सब ठीक है," एड्रियन ने बेपरवाही से कहा। उसने अपना हाथ सहजता से टेबल पर टिका दिया। "मुझे सच में किसी नौकरी या एक्स्ट्रा पैसों की ज़रूरत नहीं है। रोज़ और मेरे शादी करने के बाद, मैं और बच्चे बस रोज़ की गार्डियन वाली सैलरी पर ही ऐश करेंगे।"

I don't know. This college would probably have the same problem the last one did." I frowned. "What's that?" "Homework." "Adrian," growled his father. "It's okay," said Adrian breezily. He rested his arm casually on the table. "I don't really need a job or extra money. After Rose and I get married, the kids and I'll just live off of her guardian paycheck.

I don't know. This college would probably have the same problem the last one did." I frowned. "What's that?" "Homework." "Adrian," growled his father. "It's okay," said Adrian breezily. He rested his arm casually on the table. "I don't really need a job or extra money. After Rose and I get married, the kids and I'll just live off of her guardian paycheck.

अच्छा, तो बात यह है। तुम, बेलिकोव, वह अल्केमिस्ट, सोन्या कार्प, विक्टर डाशकोव और रॉबर्ट डोरू—सब के सब वेस्ट वर्जीनिया में एक साथ घूम रहे हो।" "नहीं," मैंने कहा। "नहीं?" "हम, uh, वेस्ट वर्जीनिया में नहीं हैं।

Okay, so. You, Belikov, the Alchemist, Sonya Karp, Victor Dashkov, and Robert Doru are all hanging out in West Virginia together.” “No,” I said. “No?” “We’re, uh, not in West Virginia.

Okay, so. You, Belikov, the Alchemist, Sonya Karp, Victor Dashkov, and Robert Doru are all hanging out in West Virginia together.” “No,” I said. “No?” “We’re, uh, not in West Virginia.

उससे प्यार करने के लिए तुम्हें माफ़ करना मत। यह तुम्हारे हिस्से का एक भाग था, और तुम्हें इसे जाने देना ही होगा।

Don't be sorry you loved him. That's part of you, part you have to let go.

Don't be sorry you loved him. That's part of you, part you have to let go.

देखा? बात फिर वहीं आ गई। अंधेरे में मेरा उजाला।

See? There it is again. My flame in the dark.

See? There it is again. My flame in the dark.

एडी के चेहरे की शिकन एक प्रतिशत कम हुई।

Eddie became about one percent less tense.

Eddie became about one percent less tense.

तुम लोगों को सच में यह कैसे लगा कि तुम लोग मुझे छोड़े बिना पार्टी वीकेंड मनाने जा सकते हो? वो भी यहाँ, इस जगह पर—" वह अचानक अपनी जगह पर ठहर गया, और वह एड्रियन इवाश्कोव के जीवन के उन दुर्लभ पलों में से एक था जब वह पूरी तरह और हर तरह से अचकचा गया था। "क्या तुम्हें पता है," उसने धीरे से कहा, "कि विक्टर डश्कोव तुम्हारे बिस्तर पर बैठा है?" "हाँ," मैंने कहा। "हमारे लिए भी यह किसी झटके से कम नहीं था।"

You guys didn't really think you could go off on a party weekend without me, did you? Especially here of all places—" He froze and it was one of those rare moments when Adrian Ivashkov was caught totally and completely off guard. "Did you know," he said slowly, "that Victor Dashkov is sitting on your bed?" "Yeah," I said. "It was kind of a shock to us too.

You guys didn't really think you could go off on a party weekend without me, did you? Especially here of all places—" He froze and it was one of those rare moments when Adrian Ivashkov was caught totally and completely off guard. "Did you know," he said slowly, "that Victor Dashkov is sitting on your bed?" "Yeah," I said. "It was kind of a shock to us too.

क्या चल रहा है?" उसने पूछा। "वही पुराना सब, बूढ़े आदमी," मैंने हंसमुख आवाज़ में जवाब दिया। "खतरा, पागलपन भरी योजनाएँ... वही सब, जो हमारे खून में है।"

What’s going on?” he demanded. “The usual, old man,” I replied cheerily. “Danger, insane plans... you know, the stuff that runs in our family.

What’s going on?” he demanded. “The usual, old man,” I replied cheerily. “Danger, insane plans... you know, the stuff that runs in our family.

मुझे हमेशा लगता था कि जब मेरे जीवन में कुछ गलत होता है तो मुझे बस तर्कसंगत और व्यावहारिक बातें ही सुनने की ज़रूरत है, और मैं थक गया था।

I was so tired of being told reasonable, practical things whenever something went wrong with my life.

I was so tired of being told reasonable, practical things whenever something went wrong with my life.

मुझे नहीं पता, सेज। तुमने मेरे लिए मिर्च स्प्रे का सामना किया। तुम मुझे थोड़ा बहुत तो पसंद करती ही होगी।” “मैंने—मैंने सोचा कि तुम्हारे इस प्यारे चेहरे को बिगाड़ना ठीक नहीं होगा,” मैं हकलाते हुए बोली।

I don’t know, Sage. You threw yourself in the line of pepper spray for me. You must like me just a little bit.” “I— I figured it’d be a shame to ruin your pretty face,” I stammered.

I don’t know, Sage. You threw yourself in the line of pepper spray for me. You must like me just a little bit.” “I— I figured it’d be a shame to ruin your pretty face,” I stammered.

मूँम। ओ-पॉज़िटिव, मेरी पसंदीदा।" "सच में? मुझे लगा कैबरनेट सॉविनन होगी।" "तो फिर वही सही," एड्रियन ने पूरी गंभीरता से कहा। "मेरी गलती हो गई।"

Mmm. O positive, my favorite.” “Is it? I thought it was a cabernet sauvignon.” “So it is,” said Adrian, straight-faced. “My mistake.

Mmm. O positive, my favorite.” “Is it? I thought it was a cabernet sauvignon.” “So it is,” said Adrian, straight-faced. “My mistake.

क्योंकि इससे उसे क्रिस्टियन के आस-पास रहने का बहाना मिल जाता है—वो भी बिना यह दिखाए कि उसने पहले घुटने टेक दिए थे। इस तरह, वह अपनी मर्दानगी भी बनाए रख सकता है। "यह बकवास है।" खासतौर पर वह बात जिसमें क्रिस्टियन को मर्दानी शान वाला बताया गया हो। "लड़के प्यार में अजीबोगरीब हरकतें करते ही हैं।"

Because it gives him and excuse to be around her--without making it look like he gave in first. That way, he can still seem manly." "That's ridiculous." Especially the part about Christian being manly. "Guys do ridiculous things for love.

Because it gives him and excuse to be around her--without making it look like he gave in first. That way, he can still seem manly." "That's ridiculous." Especially the part about Christian being manly. "Guys do ridiculous things for love.

बढ़िया," मैंने कहा। "तुम कैंपस से ही काउंसिल के साथ वीडियो कॉल कर सकते हो। शायद तुम लोगों को अपना होमवर्क करने का हुक्म भी दे सको।"

Cool,” I said. “You can IM with the Council from campus. Maybe you can command people to do your homework.

Cool,” I said. “You can IM with the Council from campus. Maybe you can command people to do your homework.

सिडनी के भीतर एक तरह का समय का अंदाजा था, जो उसे बताता कि कब रुकना है। मुझे लगता है कि यह उसके स्वभाव का ही हिस्सा था - एक साथ सौ काम करने की क्षमता। यह मुझमें नहीं था। इन क्षणों में, मेरे दिमाग में अक्सर उसकी शर्ट उतारने और ब्रा निकालने की चिंता रहती थी, और मुझे इसमें सफलता नहीं मिल रही थी।

Somehow, Sydney had an internal clock that told her when time was up. I think it was part of her inherent ability to keep track of a hundred things at once. Not me. In these moments, my thoughts were usually focused on getting her shirt off and whether I’d get past the bra this time. So far, I hadn’t.

Somehow, Sydney had an internal clock that told her when time was up. I think it was part of her inherent ability to keep track of a hundred things at once. Not me. In these moments, my thoughts were usually focused on getting her shirt off and whether I’d get past the bra this time. So far, I hadn’t.

मेलबर्न, मैं हमेशा से जानती थी कि तुम्हें इन सब चीज़ों के बारे में जानने की ज़रूरत पड़ेगी। बस उम्मीद करती थी कि तुम यह सब किसी असली लड़के से सीखोगी।

Melbourne, I always knew you'd need to learn about this kind of thing. I 'd just kind of hoped you'd learn it on a real guy.

Melbourne, I always knew you'd need to learn about this kind of thing. I 'd just kind of hoped you'd learn it on a real guy.

अजीब बात है कि मुझे एड्रियन की 'प्यार' वाली पेंटिंग याद आ गई। मुझे उस पेंटिंग की वह तिरछी लाल रेखा याद आई, जो उस कालेपन को चीरती हुई उसे टुकड़ों में बाँट रही थी। जिल के इस तरह बेतहाशा दर्द में डूबे होने को देखकर, मुझे अचानक उसकी कला कुछ-कुछ समझ आने लगी।

Weirdly, an image of Adrian’s Love painting came back to me. I thought of the jagged red streak, slashing through the blackness, ripping it apart. Staring at Jill and her inconsolable pain, I suddenly understood his art a little bit better.

Weirdly, an image of Adrian’s Love painting came back to me. I thought of the jagged red streak, slashing through the blackness, ripping it apart. Staring at Jill and her inconsolable pain, I suddenly understood his art a little bit better.

दिमित्री! मुझे पता ही नहीं था कि वह यहाँ है। उसकी आँखें भी मुझ पर टिकी थीं, गहरी और अथाह। बस, मैं यह पढ़ नहीं पा रही थी कि उसके मन में क्या चल रहा है। उसके चेहरे पर कोई भाव नहीं था, लेकिन उसकी आँखों में कुछ ऐसा था... कुछ बेहद तीव्र और डरावना। गार्डियंस के उस समूह को पलक झपकते ही धूल चटाने वाले दिमित्री की छवि मेरे दिमाग में कौंध गई, और किसी चीज़ ने मुझसे कहा कि अगर मैं कहूँगी, तो वह इस अदालत में मुझसे मिलने के लिए हर बाधा को चीरकर आ जाएगा और मुझे यहाँ से बचाने के लिए अपनी पूरी ताकत लगा देगा।

Dimitri. I hadn't known he was here. His eyes were on me too,dark and endless. Only I couldn't read what he was feeling. His face betrayed nothing, but there was something in his eyes...something intense and intimidating. The image of him ready to take down that group of guardians flashed through my mind,and something told me that if I asked,He would fight his way to me through this courtroom and do everything in his power to rescue me from it.

Dimitri. I hadn't known he was here. His eyes were on me too,dark and endless. Only I couldn't read what he was feeling. His face betrayed nothing, but there was something in his eyes...something intense and intimidating. The image of him ready to take down that group of guardians flashed through my mind,and something told me that if I asked,He would fight his way to me through this courtroom and do everything in his power to rescue me from it.

उठो यारों। हमें एक जगह जाना है।" "तुम क्या बकवास कर रहे हो?" "मैं दोबारा ब्लेक लाज़र के साथ घूमने नहीं जाने वाला।

Get up guys. We’ve got a visit to pay.” “What are you talking about?” “I am not hanging out with Blake Lazar again.

Get up guys. We’ve got a visit to pay.” “What are you talking about?” “I am not hanging out with Blake Lazar again.

क्या तुम मुझे 'सेलेरी स्टिक' कहकर बुलाना चाहोगे, बजाय 'कपकेक' या 'हनी-पाई' के? यह उतना प्यारा और मन को भाने वाला नहीं लगता।

Do you want me to call you Celery Stick instead of Cupcake or Honey-Pie? It just doesn’t inspire the same warm and fuzzy feelings.

Do you want me to call you Celery Stick instead of Cupcake or Honey-Pie? It just doesn’t inspire the same warm and fuzzy feelings.

क्या तुम जानती हो कि शरीर में अंगों को वापस डालना, उन्हें बाहर निकालने से कहीं ज़्यादा मुश्किल होता है?

Did you know that it's a lot harder to put organs back in the body than it is to get them out?

Did you know that it's a lot harder to put organs back in the body than it is to get them out?

"मुझे पूरा यकीन है कि तुम हो," उसने जवाब दिया। उसका तेवर अचानक बदल गया, जिससे वह मेरी जानी-पहचानी भुलक्कड़ अध्यापिका से बिल्कुल अलग लग रही थी। "लेकिन जब मैं यह कहूँ तो मेरी बात ध्यान से सुनना। तुम एक असाधारण, प्रतिभाशाली और बेहद समझदार लड़की हो। कभी किसी को यह महसूस मत कराने देना कि तुम किसी से कम हो। कभी किसी को यह मत लगने देना कि तुम्हारा कोई वजूद नहीं है। किसी को भी—यहाँ तक कि उस टीचर को भी नहीं जो तुम्हें बार-बार कॉफी लाने के लिए भेजती है—अपने ऊपर हावी मत होने देना।" उसने अपना चश्मा वापस पहना और इधर-उधर बिखरे कागज़ों को टटोलने लगी। आख़िरकार, उसे एक पेन मिल गया और उसके चेहरे पर जीत वाली मुस्कान आ गई। "तो ठीक है। तुम्हारे भाई का क्या नाम है?"

"I'm sure it is," she replied. Her expression turned fierce, making her look far different from the scattered teacher I knew. "But listen to me when I say this. You are exceptional, talented, and brilliant young woman. Do not ever let anyone make you feel like you're less. Do not ever let anyone make you feel invisible. Do not let anyone - not even a teacher who constantly sends you for coffee - push you around." She put her glasses back on and began randomly lifting up pieces of papers. At last, she found a pen and grinned triumphantly. "Now, then. What is your brother's name?"

"I'm sure it is," she replied. Her expression turned fierce, making her look far different from the scattered teacher I knew. "But listen to me when I say this. You are exceptional, talented, and brilliant young woman. Do not ever let anyone make you feel like you're less. Do not ever let anyone make you feel invisible. Do not let anyone - not even a teacher who constantly sends you for coffee - push you around." She put her glasses back on and began randomly lifting up pieces of papers. At last, she found a pen and grinned triumphantly. "Now, then. What is your brother's name?"

मेरा एक बेहतरीन ट्रेनर था। वही, जिसे तुमने इस समय कैद कर रखा है। अगर बात हुनर के बर्बाद होने की है, तो जाकर अपनी ही जेल में झाँक कर देखो।

I, had an excellent instructor. One that you currently have locked up. If you want to talk about skills going to waste, then go look in your own jail.

I, had an excellent instructor. One that you currently have locked up. If you want to talk about skills going to waste, then go look in your own jail.

मैंने अपनी जेब में हाथ डाला और जब हम अंदर आए थे, तब चुराई हुई सीआर-वी (CR-V) की चाबियाँ शान से लहरा दीं। "ड्राइवर," मैंने कहा। मुझे गाड़ी चलाने का मौक़ा ही नहीं मिला।

I reached into my pocket and triumphantly flashed the CR-V keys Iʹd swiped when weʹd come back inside. ʺThe driver,ʺ I said. I DIDNʹT GET TO DRIVE.

I reached into my pocket and triumphantly flashed the CR-V keys Iʹd swiped when weʹd come back inside. ʺThe driver,ʺ I said. I DIDNʹT GET TO DRIVE.

ऐसी लोगों को हमेशा से इतिहास में खलनायक माना गया है जिनके पास नए विचार थे, जो अलग सोचते थे और बदलाव लाने की कोशिश करते थे।

Throughout history, people with new ideas—who think differently and try to change things—have always been called troublemakers.

Throughout history, people with new ideas—who think differently and try to change things—have always been called troublemakers.

मेरा एक एक्सीडेंट हो गया था।" "लगता है तुम्हारे साथ अक्सर ऐसा होता है।" "इसमें मेरी कोई गलती नहीं थी।" "ऐसा कभी नहीं होता।" "मेरी किस्मत ही खराब है।" "या फिर तुम खुद मुसीबत हो।" "तुम्हें इससे कोई परेशानी है?" "कोई परेशानी नहीं है।" "हे भगवान! तुम मदद करने वाले हो या नहीं?"

I had an accident." "That seemes to happen a lot." "It wasn't my fault." "It never is." "I just have bad luck." "Or you're just trouble." "You got a problem with that?" "No problem at all." "Oh my God! Are you going to help or not?

I had an accident." "That seemes to happen a lot." "It wasn't my fault." "It never is." "I just have bad luck." "Or you're just trouble." "You got a problem with that?" "No problem at all." "Oh my God! Are you going to help or not?

कल्याण, इंसानी बेटी," कार्टर ने कहा, उसकी आँखें चमक रही थीं और अब लगभग चांदी जैसी लग रही थीं। वह झुका और उसने मेरे माथे को चूम लिया। मैंने अपनी आँखें बंद कर लीं और मेरी सांसें थम गईं। उसके होंठ एक ही साथ आग की तरह गर्म और बर्फ की तरह ठंडे थे।

Bless you, daugher of man," Carter said, his eyes luminous and almost silver now. He leaned down and kissed my forehead. I closed my eyes and caught my breath. His lips were both burning hot and icy cold.

Bless you, daugher of man," Carter said, his eyes luminous and almost silver now. He leaned down and kissed my forehead. I closed my eyes and caught my breath. His lips were both burning hot and icy cold.

उसने एक बार कहा था, "हम पीछे हटते रह सकते हैं और खुद को हमेशा के लिए कोने में घिरा हुआ महसूस कर सकते हैं। या फिर हम खुद आगे बढ़कर दुश्मन का सामना उसी समय और जगह पर कर सकते हैं जो हम चुनें, न कि वे।" ठीक है ताशा, मैंने सोचा। अब देखते हैं कि तुम्हारी सलाह मुझे मौत के मुँह में धकेलती है या नहीं।

We can retreat and retreat and let ourselves get backed into corners forever,” she’d said once. “Or we can go out and meet the enemy at the time and place we choose. Not them.” Okay, Tasha, I thought. Let’s see if your advice gets me killed.

We can retreat and retreat and let ourselves get backed into corners forever,” she’d said once. “Or we can go out and meet the enemy at the time and place we choose. Not them.” Okay, Tasha, I thought. Let’s see if your advice gets me killed.

शर्त लगा लो तुमने कभी सोचा भी नहीं होगा कि अपनी 'मसीहा' को ढूँढने में सबसे मुश्किल काम उसकी मम्मी को उसे रात में देर तक बाहर रहने के लिए राज़ी करना होगा।

I bet you never thought the hardest part of finding your ‘saviorʹ would be getting her mom to let her stay out past curfew.

I bet you never thought the hardest part of finding your ‘saviorʹ would be getting her mom to let her stay out past curfew.

रोज़ा, मैंने तो बस तुम्हें थोड़ा-थोड़ा आकर्षित करने की कोशिश की थी। जब चाहूँ, तो मैं बहुत असरदार हो सकती हूँ।

I haven’t even really tried to win you over, Roza. When I want to, I can be very persuasive.

I haven’t even really tried to win you over, Roza. When I want to, I can be very persuasive.

जहाँ एंजेलिन की हरकतें कभी-कभी मुझे अपना सिर खुजलाने पर मजबूर कर देती थीं, वहीं ट्रे को वे बड़ी प्यारी लगती थीं।

Whereas Angeline's antics made me want to pull out my hair sometimes, Trey found them endearing.

Whereas Angeline's antics made me want to pull out my hair sometimes, Trey found them endearing.

हम दूसरों से कितना प्यार करते हैं, यह इस बात से तय होता है कि हम खुद से कितना प्यार करते हैं, और बहुत लंबे समय के बाद, पहली बार मैं अंदर से पूरी तरह ठीक और संतुष्ट महसूस कर रही थी।

How we love others is affected by how we love ourselves, and for the first time in a long time, I was whole.

How we love others is affected by how we love ourselves, and for the first time in a long time, I was whole.

एब के साथ उन सुनसान और घटिया जगहों पर जाने को लेकर मैंने जितनी भी शिकायतें की थीं, उसे देखते हुए तो मुझे 'सिन सिटी' (पापियों के शहर) जाने के ख्याल से ही बेहद उत्साहित होना चाहिए था।

After the bitching I'd done to Abe about going to remote, crappy places, I should have been excited about the prospect of going to Sin City.

After the bitching I'd done to Abe about going to remote, crappy places, I should have been excited about the prospect of going to Sin City.

मैं तुम्हारी राय चाहता हूँ।" एड्रियन ने कहा, "यह वो बात है जो मुझे बहुत कम सुनने को मिलती है।"

I want your opinion.ʺ ʺThat,ʺ Adrian said, ʺis not something I hear a lot.ʺ

I want your opinion.ʺ ʺThat,ʺ Adrian said, ʺis not something I hear a lot.ʺ

बस बड़बड़ाना बंद करो और फिर से कोशिश करो।

Stop bitching and try again.

Stop bitching and try again.

उग्र और मीठी, दोनों एक साथ। अंधेरे में एक लौ, जो मेरा रास्ता रोशन कर रही है।

Fiery and sweet, all at the same time. A flame in the dark, lighting my way.

Fiery and sweet, all at the same time. A flame in the dark, lighting my way.

खैर," उसने मेरी उलझन का मज़ा लेते हुए कहा। "यह असल में दो रूहों के लिए था, क्योंकि तुम और सेथ दोनों बच गए थे। लेकिन अगर ऐसा न भी होता, तो भी यह सौदा घाटे का नहीं था। क्या तुम एक रूह की कीमत जानती हो, जॉर्जिना? यह लाल और हीरों से परे है, इंसानों की हर सोच से परे है। अगर इसमें सदियाँ लग जातीं, अगर इसमें मदद के लिए एक दर्जन और फरिश्ते भी लग जाते, तो भी यह सब पूरी तरह से वसूल था।

Well," he said, clearly enjoying my confusion. "It was actually for two souls, since you and Seth were both saved. But even if it wasn't, it still would've been worth it. Do you know the price of one soul, Georgina? It's beyond rubies and diamonds, beyond any mortal reckoning. If it had taken me centuries, if it had taken a dozen more angels to help me, it all would have been worth it.

Well," he said, clearly enjoying my confusion. "It was actually for two souls, since you and Seth were both saved. But even if it wasn't, it still would've been worth it. Do you know the price of one soul, Georgina? It's beyond rubies and diamonds, beyond any mortal reckoning. If it had taken me centuries, if it had taken a dozen more angels to help me, it all would have been worth it.

मैं अभी ज़्यादा दूर नहीं गई थी कि मेरी मुलाकात मेसन से हो गई। हे भगवान! हर तरफ बस मर्द ही मर्द।

I hadn't gotten far when I ran into Mason. Good God. Men everywhere.

I hadn't gotten far when I ran into Mason. Good God. Men everywhere.

वे हम पर गोलियाँ चला रहे हैं," मैंने अविश्वास से कहा। "वे सचमुच हम पर गोलियाँ चला रहे हैं!

Theyʹre shooting at us,ʺ I said incredulously. ʺTheyʹre actually shooting at us!

Theyʹre shooting at us,ʺ I said incredulously. ʺTheyʹre actually shooting at us!

तुम्हारे लिए अब संघर्ष नहीं करूँगी...प्यार लुप्त हो जाता है। मेरा भी लुटा है।

I've given up on you...Love fades. Mine has.

I've given up on you...Love fades. Mine has.

कुत्ते कहाँ हैं?" मैंने पूछा। "ट्रेनिंग पर," उसने कहा। "मेरा एक दोस्त है जो डॉग ट्रेनिंग का एक्सपर्ट है, और वह उन्हें चुपके से वार करने की ट्रेनिंग दे रहा है। वह पहले लोकल के-9 यूनिट के लिए काम करता था।" मुझे नहीं लगता था कि चिहुआहुआ के जीन में कभी चुपके से छिपकर वार करना होगा।

Where are the dogs?" I asked. "At training," he said. "I have a friend who's an expert dog trainer, and he's giving them some stealth lessons. He used to work for a local K-9 unit." I didn't think it was in the Chihuahua genetic code to ever be stealthy.

Where are the dogs?" I asked. "At training," he said. "I have a friend who's an expert dog trainer, and he's giving them some stealth lessons. He used to work for a local K-9 unit." I didn't think it was in the Chihuahua genetic code to ever be stealthy.

तुम्हें हमारी वह बातचीत याद है जिसमें हमने मक़सद और मतलब पर बात की थी?" उसने मुझसे पूछा, और उसके चेहरे की मुस्कान गायब हो गई। "तो, मुझे लगता है कि शायद यही मेरा मक़सद है। मुझे लगता है कि मुझे यही सब करने के लिए भेजा गया था, जॉर्जिना।

You remember our talk about purpose and meaning?" he asked me, the smile disappearing. "Well, I think this might be mine. I think this is what I was meant to do, Georgina.

You remember our talk about purpose and meaning?" he asked me, the smile disappearing. "Well, I think this might be mine. I think this is what I was meant to do, Georgina.

अगर विक्टर दिमित्री की धमकी से डरा भी था, तो उसने ज़रा भी जाहिर नहीं होने दिया। उसकी जड़े जैसी हरी आँखें हम दोनों के बीच घूम रही थीं। "तुम दोनों की जोड़ी स्वर्ग में बनी है। या फिर किसी और ही जगह पर।"

If Victor was frightened by Dimitri's threat, he didn't show it. His jade green eyes glanced between the two of us. "You two are a match made in heaven. Or somewhere.

If Victor was frightened by Dimitri's threat, he didn't show it. His jade green eyes glanced between the two of us. "You two are a match made in heaven. Or somewhere.

जो अजीब है। लेकिन रोज़ जो हरकतें करती है, उसे देखते हुए यह सबसे पागलपन भरी बात नहीं है।" मैंने उस बात पर समर्थन के लिए शुक्रिया अदा किया।

Which is weird. But not the craziest thing I can think of Rose doing.ʺ I appreciated the support.

Which is weird. But not the craziest thing I can think of Rose doing.ʺ I appreciated the support.

प्यार भी लोगों को एक-दूसरे को धोखा देने से नहीं रोकता।

Love doesn’t stop people from betraying each other

Love doesn’t stop people from betraying each other

तुम बिल्कुल नहीं करोगी! यह गलत है।" "क्या, तुम्हें चूमना, या 'पाइज़ एंड स्टफ' में तुम्हें चूमना?"

You will not! It's wrong." "What, kissing you, or kissing you in Pies and Stuff?

You will not! It's wrong." "What, kissing you, or kissing you in Pies and Stuff?

मुझे नहीं लगता कि तुमने मदद की पेशकश की होगी?" "सेज," एड्रियन ने तपाक से कहा। "ये हाथ कोई शारीरिक मेहनत वाले काम नहीं करते।" उसने एक और गेंद को छेद में पहुँचा दिया। "खेलना है तुम्हें?" "क्या? तुम्हारे साथ?" "नहीं, क्लैरेंस के साथ।" मेरे हैरान-परेशान चेहरे को देखकर उसने एक लंबी सांस ली। "हाँ, बिल्कुल मेरे साथ।"

I don't suppose you offered to help?" "Sage," Adrian declared. "These hands don't do manual labor." He knocked another ball into a hole. "You want to play?" "What? With you?" "No, with Clarence." He sighed at my dumbfounded look. "Yes, of course with me.

I don't suppose you offered to help?" "Sage," Adrian declared. "These hands don't do manual labor." He knocked another ball into a hole. "You want to play?" "What? With you?" "No, with Clarence." He sighed at my dumbfounded look. "Yes, of course with me.

पर यह भी सच है कि... खैर, तुम और मैं दोनों ही किसी दिन लिसा के गार्डियन बनेंगे। मुझे हर कीमत पर उसकी रक्षा करनी होगी। अगर स्ट्रिगोई का कोई झुंड आ गया, तो मुझे उसके और उनके बीच अपनी जान की बाज़ी लगानी होगी।" "मैं यह जानती हूँ। ज़ाहिर है तुम्हें यही करना होगा।" मेरी आँखों के आगे फिर से काले रंग के तारे नाचने लगे। मैं सुध-बुध खो रही थी। "नहीं। अगर मैंने खुद को तुमसे प्यार करने की इजाज़त दे दी, तो मैं उसकी रक्षा में अपनी जान नहीं दूँगी। मैं तुम्हारी खातिर अपनी जान दाँव पर लगा दूंगी।"

But also... well, you and I will both be Lissa's gaurdians someday. I need to protect her at all cost. If a pack of Strogoi come, I need to throw my body between them and her." "I know that. Of course that's what you have to do." The black sparkles were dancing in front of my eyes again. I was fading out. "No. If I let myself love you, I won't throw myself in front of her. I'll throw myself in front of you.

But also... well, you and I will both be Lissa's gaurdians someday. I need to protect her at all cost. If a pack of Strogoi come, I need to throw my body between them and her." "I know that. Of course that's what you have to do." The black sparkles were dancing in front of my eyes again. I was fading out. "No. If I let myself love you, I won't throw myself in front of her. I'll throw myself in front of you.

एक लड़का मेरा पीछा कर रहा है!" मैंने दरवाज़े से बाहर निकलते हुए आवाज़ लगाई।

There's a guy chasing me!" I called as I headed out the door.

There's a guy chasing me!" I called as I headed out the door.

उसने ऐडियन को क्रिस्टियन के कहने को सुना, “तुम्हारी शर्ट थोड़ी गंदी लग रही है। ऐसा लगता है कि तुम थोड़ी कोशिश कर सकते हो, खासकर तब जब तुम एक राजकुमारी के साथ डेटिंग कर रहे हो।”

She heard Adrian say to Christian, ʺYou know, your shirtʹs kind of grungy-looking. Seems like you could put in a little more effort since youʹre dating a princess.ʺ

She heard Adrian say to Christian, ʺYou know, your shirtʹs kind of grungy-looking. Seems like you could put in a little more effort since youʹre dating a princess.ʺ

अगर तुम्हारे जैसा कोई मुझे अगवा करने आ जाए, तो मैं जाने दूँगी।

If someone like you showed up to abduct me, I'd let you.

If someone like you showed up to abduct me, I'd let you.

बेशक। वो टट्टू (पॉनी) कलेक्शन अभी पूरा नहीं हुआ है," कार्टर ने सोचते हुए कहा। जब मैंने हिम्मत करके उसकी तरफ देखा, तो मैंने देखा कि वह फरिश्ता मुझ पर मुस्कुरा रहा था। “देखा? तुम भूली नहीं हो। तुम्हारे साथ कुछ भी हो, तुम्हारे पास एक प्लान होता है। अभी भी उम्मीद बाकी है।

Indeed. That pony collection isn’t nearly complete,” Carter mused. When I dared a look back at him, I saw that the angel was smiling at me. “You see? You aren’t lost. No matter what happens to you, you have a plan. There’s still hope.

Indeed. That pony collection isn’t nearly complete,” Carter mused. When I dared a look back at him, I saw that the angel was smiling at me. “You see? You aren’t lost. No matter what happens to you, you have a plan. There’s still hope.

मैंने सीधे उसकी आँखों में देखा, "मैं हमेशा तुमसे प्यार करती रहूँगी।" और फिर मैंने खंजर उसके सीने में उतार दिया। यह वार उतना सटीक नहीं था जितना मैं चाहती थी, क्योंकि वह जिस खूबी से बच रहा था, उससे यह आसान नहीं था। मैंने खंजर को उसके दिल में पूरी गहराई तक उतारने के लिए संघर्ष किया, मुझे खुद यकीन नहीं था कि इस एंगल से मैं ऐसा कर भी पाऊंगी या नहीं। तभी, उसकी छटपटाहट थम गई। उसकी आँखें स्तब्ध होकर मुझे देखती रहीं, और उसके होंठ लगभग एक मुस्कान में फैल गए, हालाँकि वह एक डरावनी और दर्दभरी मुस्कान थी। उसने हाँफते हुए कहा, "यह बात तो मुझे कहनी चाहिए थी..."

I looked him in the eye, "I will always love you." Then plunged the stake into his chest. It wasn't as precise a blow as I would have liked, not with the skilled way he was dodging. I struggled to get the stake in deep enough to his heart, unsure if I could do it from this angle. Then, his struggles stopped. His eyes stared at me, stunned, and his lips parted, almost into a smile, albeit a grisly and pained one. "That's what I was supposed to say..." he gasped out.

I looked him in the eye, "I will always love you." Then plunged the stake into his chest. It wasn't as precise a blow as I would have liked, not with the skilled way he was dodging. I struggled to get the stake in deep enough to his heart, unsure if I could do it from this angle. Then, his struggles stopped. His eyes stared at me, stunned, and his lips parted, almost into a smile, albeit a grisly and pained one. "That's what I was supposed to say..." he gasped out.

मैं सोलमेट यानी जन्म-जन्म के साथी होने में विश्वास नहीं करती, कम से कम पूरी तरह तो बिल्कुल नहीं। यह सोचना बेवकूफी है कि इस दुनिया में हमारे लिए सिर्फ एक ही इंसान बना है। ज़रा सोचो, अगर तुम्हारा 'सोलमेट' ज़िम्बाब्वे में रहता हो तो? अगर उसकी कम उम्र में ही मौत हो जाए तो? मैं यह भी मानती हूँ कि 'दो आत्माओं का एक हो जाना' बकवास है। तुम्हें खुद को खोए बिना अपने वजूद को बचाए रखना होता है। हाँ, मैं इस बात में जरूर यकीन करती हूँ कि आत्माएँ आपस में जुड़ी होती हैं, ऐसी आत्माएँ जो एक-दूसरे का अक्स होती हैं।

I don't believe in soul mates, not exactly. I think it's ridiculous to think there's only one person out there for us. What if your 'soul mate' lives in Zimbabwe? What if he dies young? I also think 'two souls becoming one' is ridiculous. You need to hold on to yourself. But I do believe in souls being in sync, souls that mirror each other.

I don't believe in soul mates, not exactly. I think it's ridiculous to think there's only one person out there for us. What if your 'soul mate' lives in Zimbabwe? What if he dies young? I also think 'two souls becoming one' is ridiculous. You need to hold on to yourself. But I do believe in souls being in sync, souls that mirror each other.

उसकी बात सुनकर, "ओज़ेरा, क्रिस्टीन, है ना?" लिसा ने कहा। "हाँ।" ... "तो तुम और क्रिस्टोफर यहाँ क्या कर रहे हो?" ब्लेक ने पूछा। उसने एक सुनहरे रंग का पेय खत्म किया और उसे नए पेय के पास रख दिया। "क्रिस्टोफर," क्रिस्टोफर ने कहा। ... ब्लेक ने उसे मासूम नज़रों से देखा। "लेकिन तुम अभी पहुँचे हो! मैं सोच रही थी कि हम जान सकें।" इसका अर्थ ज़ाहिर था। "ओह। और क्रेस्किन भी।"

Iʹve seen you too. Ozera. Crispin, right?ʺ ʺChristian,ʺ corrected Lissa. ʺRight.ʺ .... ʺSo what brings you and Christopher here?ʺ asked Blake. He finished a glass of something amber colored and set it down beside the new drink. ʺChristian,ʺ said Christian. .... Blake gave her puppy-dog eyes. ʺBut you just got here! I was hoping we could get to know each other.ʺ It went without saying what he meant by that. ʺOh. And Kreskin too.

Iʹve seen you too. Ozera. Crispin, right?ʺ ʺChristian,ʺ corrected Lissa. ʺRight.ʺ .... ʺSo what brings you and Christopher here?ʺ asked Blake. He finished a glass of something amber colored and set it down beside the new drink. ʺChristian,ʺ said Christian. .... Blake gave her puppy-dog eyes. ʺBut you just got here! I was hoping we could get to know each other.ʺ It went without saying what he meant by that. ʺOh. And Kreskin too.

यह अजीब है कि जब कोई आपको कुछ न करने के लिए कहता है, तो आप वही करने के लिए मान जाते हैं।

Funny how someone telling you not to do something can talk you into it.

Funny how someone telling you not to do something can talk you into it.

मुझे लगा था कि आखिर में मुझे दिमित्री के साथ थोड़ा सुकून मिलेगा।

I thought I'd finally get to relax with Dimitri.

I thought I'd finally get to relax with Dimitri.

मैंने गुस्से से गुर्राते हुए कहा, "रात बहुत हो चुकी है, मैं थक चुकी हूँ, और तुम्हारी इन सिगरेट्स से मेरे सिर में दर्द हो रहा है।" "मुझे लगता है यह बिल्कुल सही बात है।" उसने सिगरेट से एक लंबा कश लिया और धुआँ छोड़ते हुए बोला, "कुछ औरतों को लगता है कि इससे मैं ज़्यादा सेक्सी लगता हूँ।" "मुझे तो लगता है कि तुम इन्हें सिर्फ इसलिए पीते हो ताकि जब तुम अपना अगला कोई चुटीला डायलॉग सोच रहे हो, तो तुम्हारे पास करने के लिए कुछ काम हो।" वह धुएँ में ही खांसने लगा, उसे समझ नहीं आ रहा था कि वह साँस ले या हँसे। "रोज़ हाथवे, मैं तुमसे दोबारा मिलने के लिए और इंतज़ार नहीं कर सकता। अगर थकी और चिढ़ी हुई हालत में भी तुम्हारी अदाएँ इतनी आकर्षक हैं, और चोट लगने व स्कीइंग के कपड़ों में भी तुम इतनी खूबसूरत लगती हो, तो जब तुम अपने पूरे फॉर्म में होगी, तब तो कयामत ही ढाती होगी!"

It's late, I'm tired, and your cigarettes are giving me a headache," I growled. "I suppose that's fair." He drew in on the cigarette and let out the smoke. "Some women think they make me look sexy." "I think you smoke them so you have something to do while thinking up your next witty line." He choked on the smoke, caught between inhaling and laughing. "Rose Hathaway, I can't wait to see you again. If you're this charming while tired and annoyed and this gorgeous while bruised and in ski clothes, you must be devastating at your peak.

It's late, I'm tired, and your cigarettes are giving me a headache," I growled. "I suppose that's fair." He drew in on the cigarette and let out the smoke. "Some women think they make me look sexy." "I think you smoke them so you have something to do while thinking up your next witty line." He choked on the smoke, caught between inhaling and laughing. "Rose Hathaway, I can't wait to see you again. If you're this charming while tired and annoyed and this gorgeous while bruised and in ski clothes, you must be devastating at your peak.

मैंने अपनी आँखें खोलीं और उसकी गहरी, भावुक नज़रों से नजरें मिलाईं। "सब ठीक है," मैंने कहा। "अब सब ठीक है। मैं यहाँ हूँ... मैं हमेशा तुम्हारे लिए यहीं रहूँगा।"

I opened my eyes and met his dark, earnest gaze. "It's okay," I said. "It's okay now. I'm here I'll always be here for you.

I opened my eyes and met his dark, earnest gaze. "It's okay," I said. "It's okay now. I'm here I'll always be here for you.

भावनाएँ और व्यवहार अक्सर मेल नहीं खाते।

Behaviors and feelings rarely line up

Behaviors and feelings rarely line up

रोज़ जीवन और जोश से इतनी भरी हुई थी कि कभी-कभी वह मुझसे ज़्यादा इंसानी लगती थी।

Rose was so full of life and passion that sometimes she seemed more human than I was.

Rose was so full of life and passion that sometimes she seemed more human than I was.

जानती हो, तुम्हारे जाने के बाद शायद मुझे तुम्हारी कुछ बातें और चुटीले अंदाज़ याद आएँ, लेकिन एक चीज़ है जिसे मैं बिल्कुल याद नहीं करूँगा? तुम्हारा यह हद से ज़्यादा ड्रामा करना और हर बात पर मायूस हो जाना। यह तो मेरे लिए भी बरदाश्त से बाहर है।

You know, I might miss some of your witticisms when you’re gone, but one thing I won’t miss? Your overwhelming sense of melodrama and despair. It’s too much even for me.

You know, I might miss some of your witticisms when you’re gone, but one thing I won’t miss? Your overwhelming sense of melodrama and despair. It’s too much even for me.

मैंने फुसफुसाते हुए बुदबुदाया, "यह खेल अभी खत्म नहीं हुआ है। मैं तुम्हें कभी छोड़ूँगी नहीं।" उतनी ही धीमी आवाज़ में उसने भी जवाब दिया, "मैंने तुम्हें छोड़ दिया है। प्यार फीका पड़ जाता है। और मेरा प्यार खत्म हो चुका है।"

In an undertone, I murmured, "This isn't over. I won't give up on you." "I've given up on you," he said back, voice also soft. "Love fades. Mine has.

In an undertone, I murmured, "This isn't over. I won't give up on you." "I've given up on you," he said back, voice also soft. "Love fades. Mine has.

भगवान, वह कितना गुस्से में है," एड्रियन ने कहा। "क्या तुम उसे इसके लिए दोषी ठहराओगे?" क्रिश्चियन ने पूछा। "वह अभी-अभी शातिर दिमागों वाले क्लब का सदस्य होने से चूका है। उसका शानदार प्लान फेल हो गया, और अब जब उसे लगा था कि उसकी बेटी किसी सुरक्षित जगह पर है, तो वह गायब है।" एड्रियन चुपचाप वहीं खड़ा रहा।

Boy is he pissed," said Adrian. "Do you blame him?" asked Christian. "He just lost memerbship in the evil mastermind club. His brilliant plan fell apart, and now his daughter's missing when he thought she was somewhere safe." Adrian stayed pointedly silent.

Boy is he pissed," said Adrian. "Do you blame him?" asked Christian. "He just lost memerbship in the evil mastermind club. His brilliant plan fell apart, and now his daughter's missing when he thought she was somewhere safe." Adrian stayed pointedly silent.

मृत्यु की धमकी और प्रेम पत्र के बीच बहुत फर्क होता है—चाहे वह व्यक्ति जो धमकी दे रहा है, वास्तव में तुम्हें प्यार करता ही हो। बेशक, यह देखते हुए कि मैंने पहले किसी को जो मैं प्यार करता था, उसे मारने की कोशिश की थी, शायद मेरा खुद को जज करने का कोई हक न हो।

There’s a big difference between death threats and love letters–even if the person writing the death threats still claims to actually love you. Of course, considering I once tried to kill someone I loved, maybe I had no right to judge.

There’s a big difference between death threats and love letters–even if the person writing the death threats still claims to actually love you. Of course, considering I once tried to kill someone I loved, maybe I had no right to judge.

माना कि मैं इसे मानना नहीं चाहती थी, लेकिन मैं एक तरह से उससे मिलने का इंतज़ार करती थी। यह कोई सेंस नहीं बनाता था, लेकिन उसके इस चिढ़ाने वाले स्वभाव की वजह से मैं अपनी बाकी सारी चिंताएँ भूल जाती थी। अजीब बात है कि मुझे उसके आस-पास रहकर सुकून महसूस होता था।

As much as I hated to admit it, I kind of looked forward to seeing him. It made no sense, but something about his infuriating nature made me forget about my other worries. Weirdly, I felt like I could relax around him.

As much as I hated to admit it, I kind of looked forward to seeing him. It made no sense, but something about his infuriating nature made me forget about my other worries. Weirdly, I felt like I could relax around him.

यह कोई खेल नहीं है। हमें ऐसे औसत दर्जे के कर्मचारी नहीं चाहिए जो बस जैसे-तैसे गाड़ी खींचते रहें। हमें रूहें चाहिए। हमें जीतना है। और तुमने यहाँ अपना ज़्यादातर वक्त बस औसत दर्जे का काम करके ही बिताया है।

This isn’t a game. We don’t want mediocre employees who can keep the status quo. We want souls. We want to win. And you’ve spent most of your time here being mediocre.

This isn’t a game. We don’t want mediocre employees who can keep the status quo. We want souls. We want to win. And you’ve spent most of your time here being mediocre.

युद्ध के मैदान में तुम बहुत खूबसूरत दिखती हो... बिल्कुल किसी बदला लेने वाले फरिश्ते की तरह, जो आसमान का इंसाफ लेकर आया हो।" "अरे वाह! मज़ेदार बात है, मैं यहाँ कुछ ऐसी ही वजह से आई हूँ।" "फरिश्ते भी गिरते हैं, रोज़।"

You're beautiful in battle. ... Like an avenging angel come to deliver the justice of heaven." "Funny. That is kind of why I'm here." "Angels fall, Rose.

You're beautiful in battle. ... Like an avenging angel come to deliver the justice of heaven." "Funny. That is kind of why I'm here." "Angels fall, Rose.

वह एक फ़रिश्ता है। क्या उसे हर किसी से प्यार नहीं होना चाहिए, यहाँ तक कि पापी से भी? खासकर तब जब वे पापी उसके साथ पीने वाले यार हों।

He's an angel. Isn't he supposed to love everyone, even the damned? Especially when said damned are his drinking buddies.

He's an angel. Isn't he supposed to love everyone, even the damned? Especially when said damned are his drinking buddies.

"अच्छा, मुझे पागल समझा जाता है, है न? [...] और तुम्हारे लिए मैं कुछ भी नहीं सोचती, बल्कि ज़्यादा ही बेवकूफ़ी भरी चीज़ें भी कर सकती हूँ।"

"Well, I'm supposed to be crazy, right?" [...] "And there isn't much I wouldn't do for you. The stupider, the better."

"Well, I'm supposed to be crazy, right?" [...] "And there isn't much I wouldn't do for you. The stupider, the better."

इन दिनों सिडनी मेरा काफ़ी समय मेरे बिस्तर पर बिताती थी। दुर्भाग्य से, वह मेरे साथ नहीं होती थी।

Sydney spent a lot of time on my bed these days. Unfortunately, it wasn't with me.

Sydney spent a lot of time on my bed these days. Unfortunately, it wasn't with me.

किरपा करके भावुक मत बनो," जेरोम ने कहा। "यह उल्टी जैसा महसूस कराता है।

Please don’t get sentimental,” said Jerome. “It’s nauseating.

Please don’t get sentimental,” said Jerome. “It’s nauseating.

मैंने उस पर भड़कते हुए कहा, "तुम मुझे किस मुसीबत में फँसा रहे हो?" "मैं? तुमने खुद को किस मुसीबत में फँसा लिया है? क्या मैं दूसरे पिताओं की तरह तुम्हें शराब पीने के जुर्म में पुलिस स्टेशन से सिर्फ पिक नहीं कर सकता था?"

What have you gotten me into?" I hissed at him. "Me? What have you gotten yourself into? Couldn't I have just picked you up at the police station for underage drinking, like most fathers?

What have you gotten me into?" I hissed at him. "Me? What have you gotten yourself into? Couldn't I have just picked you up at the police station for underage drinking, like most fathers?

वादे। मैं वादों के समंदर में डूब रहा था।

Promises. I was drowning in promises.

Promises. I was drowning in promises.

तुमने किताबों में इतना खो दिया कि बहुत पछताओगे। तुम्हारे भीतर एक योद्धा का खून बहता है।

Too bad you got so bogged down in books. You've got the spirit of a warrior.

Too bad you got so bogged down in books. You've got the spirit of a warrior.

तुम्हें... तुम्हें आगे बढ़ना चाहिए,” मैंने किसी तरह खुद को संभाला। हाँ, यह एक ठोस वजह थी। “तुम्ेंहें कोई और ढूँढना चाहिए। तुम जानते हो कि मैं नहीं—कि मैं ऐसा नहीं कर सकती। खैर, तुम जानते ही हो। तुम मेरे साथ अपना समय बर्बाद कर रहे हो।” वह अपनी बात पर अड़ा रहा। “यह मेरा समय है, जिसे मैं बर्बाद कर रहा हूँ।”

You…you need to move on,” I managed. Yes, that was a sound reason. “You need to find someone else. You know I don’t—that I can’t. Well, you know. You’re wasting your time with me.” He remained firm. “It’s my time to waste.

You…you need to move on,” I managed. Yes, that was a sound reason. “You need to find someone else. You know I don’t—that I can’t. Well, you know. You’re wasting your time with me.” He remained firm. “It’s my time to waste.

तुम अपनी रूह और अपनी ज़िंदगी वापस पाने के कगार पर हो और वह अब भी यह तय कर रहा है कि तुम खुश रहोगी या नहीं? खुश रहने के लिए तुम्हें किसी रिश्ते की ज़रूरत नहीं है, जॉर्जिना।

You’re on the verge of getting your soul and your life back and he’s still what determines your happiness ? You don’t need a relationship to be happy, Georgina.

You’re on the verge of getting your soul and your life back and he’s still what determines your happiness ? You don’t need a relationship to be happy, Georgina.

आखिर ये सारे सीधे-साधे लोग इतने बोरिंग क्यों होते हैं? शायद 'सुरक्षित' होने का मतलब यही होता है।

How come all the harmless people were so lame? Maybe that was the definition of safe.

How come all the harmless people were so lame? Maybe that was the definition of safe.

क्या वह मुझसे अपने प्यार का इज़हार करता? मैं अपनी पूरी ज़िंदगी खुद से यही सवाल पूछता रहूँगा।

Would he have said he loved me? I would ask myself that for the rest of my life.

Would he have said he loved me? I would ask myself that for the rest of my life.

वह मुझे अपने फैसले खुद लेने के लिए भी भरोसा करता था। उसकी प्रवृत्ति में विरोधाभास करने या मुझे बताने की नहीं थी क्या करना है, हालाँकि शायद वह ऐसा करने के लिए गुप्त रूप से चाहता था।

However, he also trusted me to make my own decisions. Contradicting me or telling me what to do wasn't in his nature - even though he secretly may have wanted to.

However, he also trusted me to make my own decisions. Contradicting me or telling me what to do wasn't in his nature - even though he secretly may have wanted to.

मैं सच कह रही हूँ, वह तुम्हें पसंद आएगा। वह एक पब्लिक स्कूल में पढ़ता है और अभी-अभी स्पेंसर स्कूल में आया है। परसों, वह एनारोबिक और एरोबिक श्वसन पर लेक्चर दे रहा था, और मैं सोच रही थी, ‘तुम्हें पता है यह किसकी तरह लग रहा है? मेलबर्न की तरह।’ -- ट्रे

I’m telling you, you’d like him. He goes to a public school and just started at Spencer’s. The other day, he was going off on unaerobic vs. aerobic respiration, and I was thinking, ‘You know who this sounds like? Melbourne.’” -- Trey

I’m telling you, you’d like him. He goes to a public school and just started at Spencer’s. The other day, he was going off on unaerobic vs. aerobic respiration, and I was thinking, ‘You know who this sounds like? Melbourne.’” -- Trey

जो कोई भी एड्रियन इवाश्कोव के लिए मार खा सकता है, वह तारीफ के काबिल तो है ही।

Anyone who takes a hit for Adrian Ivashkov deserves some credit.

Anyone who takes a hit for Adrian Ivashkov deserves some credit.

हम हमेशा वही करने की कोशिश करते हैं जो सही होता है, या यों कहें कि जो दूसरे लोगों की नज़र में सही होता है। लेकिन कई बार, जब वह हमारे अपने वजूद के खिलाफ हो जाता है... तो आपको अपना रास्ता खुद चुनना पड़ता है।

We try to do what's right, or rather what other say is right. But sometimes, when that goes against who we are...you have to choose.

We try to do what's right, or rather what other say is right. But sometimes, when that goes against who we are...you have to choose.

एक-दूसरे को खत्म करने की कोशिश में हम खुद को भी तबाह कर रहे थे।

We were going to kill ourselves in trying to kill each other.

We were going to kill ourselves in trying to kill each other.

मुझे तुमने छुआ, मैंने मधुर स्वर में कहा, “मैं तुम्हें खुद को ठीक करने की क्षमता दूँगा, फिर हम देखेंगे कि तुम वास्तव में कितने दमदार हो।”

If you touch me, I said pleasantly, "I'll provide you with the ability to see if you can heal yourself. Then we'd see how bad ass you really are."

If you touch me, I said pleasantly, "I'll provide you with the ability to see if you can heal yourself. Then we'd see how bad ass you really are."

मोरोई धूप से कतराते हैं, लेकिन जब मैंने सिडनी को देखा, तो मुझे इस बात में कोई शक नहीं रहा कि इंसान धूप के लिए ही बने हैं।

Moroi shied from the sunlight but as I watched Sydney, I knew without a doubt that humans had been made for the sun.

Moroi shied from the sunlight but as I watched Sydney, I knew without a doubt that humans had been made for the sun.

मैंने सिर हिलाया। "हाँ। मैंने जो किया वो उनकी नज़र में देशद्रोह के बराबर था।" "मुझे नहीं पता 'देशद्रोह' का मतलब क्या है, पर यह सुनने में काफी गंभीर लगता है।

I nodded. "Yup. What I did was tantamount to treason in their eyes." "I don't know what 'tantamount' means, but it sounds pretty serious.

I nodded. "Yup. What I did was tantamount to treason in their eyes." "I don't know what 'tantamount' means, but it sounds pretty serious.

तुम्हें यह बात पहले से पता होनी चाहिए थी।" उसने पलटकर जवाब दिया, "मुझे कभी कुछ सही पता ही नहीं था। तुम्हें यह बात पता होनी चाहिए थी।"

You should know better.ʺ ʺIʹve never known better,ʺ he countered. ʺYou should know that.

You should know better.ʺ ʺIʹve never known better,ʺ he countered. ʺYou should know that.

मैं बस यही चाहती हूँ कि मेरे पास ये सब भी हो और मैं उसके सामने थोड़ी हिम्मत भी दिखा सकूं। रोज़ ऐसा कर सकती थी।" "रोज़ तो पहली ही बार में देशद्रोह के जुर्म में गिरफ्तार हो जाती जब तात्याना उससे कुछ करने को कहती।"

I just wish I could have all this and stand up to her a little. Rose would." "Rose would have gotten herself arrested for treason the first time Tatiana asked her to do something.

I just wish I could have all this and stand up to her a little. Rose would." "Rose would have gotten herself arrested for treason the first time Tatiana asked her to do something.

मैं देखता रहा। “कनाडाई सातानीस्ट? क्या आप मुझे कनाडाई सातानीस्टों के एक समूह में भेज रहे हैं?”

I stared. "Canadian Satanists? You're sending me to a group of Canadian Satanists?

I stared. "Canadian Satanists? You're sending me to a group of Canadian Satanists?

शायद मुझे प्यार हो गया था, लेकिन आखिरकार मैं तो मैं ही थी।

Maybe I was in love, but I was still me, after all.

Maybe I was in love, but I was still me, after all.

क्या एड्रियन यहाँ है?” “कौन?” “एड्रियन। लंबा। भूरे बाल। हरी आँखें।” उसने भौंहें सिकोड़ि। “क्या तुम्हारा मतलब जेट से है?” “मैं… मुझे यकीन नहीं है। क्या वह चिमनी की तरह धुआँ उड़ाता है?” उस लड़की ने बुद्धिमानी से सिर हिलाया। “हाँ। तुम्हारा मतलब पक्का जेट से ही होगा।

Is Adrian here?” “Who?” “Adrian. Tall. Brown hair. Green eyes.” She frowned. “Do you mean Jet?” “I … I’m not sure. Does he smoke like a chimney?” The girl nodded sagely. “Yup. You must mean Jet.

Is Adrian here?” “Who?” “Adrian. Tall. Brown hair. Green eyes.” She frowned. “Do you mean Jet?” “I … I’m not sure. Does he smoke like a chimney?” The girl nodded sagely. “Yup. You must mean Jet.

अगली बार का इंतज़ार करो," उसने चेतावनी दी। "मैं कुछ ऐसी हरकतें करूँगा कि कुछ ही सेकंड में तुम्हारे होश उड़ जाएंगे।

Wait until next time," he warned. "I'll do things that'll make you lose control within seconds.

Wait until next time," he warned. "I'll do things that'll make you lose control within seconds.

वह अक्सर मुझसे रूस के बारे-में बातें किया करता था और उसने कसम खाई थी कि मुझे यहाँ से प्यार हो जाएगा। "तुम्हारे लिए, यह किसी परी कथा जैसा होगा," उसने मुझसे कहा था। "माफ़ करना, कॉमरेड। बॉर्ग और पुराना संगीत किसी भी ऐसी हैप्पी एंडिंग का हिस्सा नहीं हैं जिसकी मैंने कभी कल्पना की हो।" "बॉर्ग नहीं, बोर्श (चुकंदर का सूप)। और मैंने तुम्हारी भूख देखी है। अगर तुम्हें काफी जोरों की भूख लगी हो, तो तुम इसे खा लोगे।" "तो क्या इस परी कथा को पूरा करने के लिए भूखों मरना जरूरी है?"

He used to talk to me about Russia all the time and had sworn up and down that I'd love it here. "To you, it'd be like a fairy tale," he'd told me. "Sorry, comrade. Borg and out-of-date music aren't part of any happy ending I've ever imagined." "Borscht, not borg. And I've seen your appetite. If you were hungry enough, you'd eat it." "So starvation's necessary for this fairy tale to work out?

He used to talk to me about Russia all the time and had sworn up and down that I'd love it here. "To you, it'd be like a fairy tale," he'd told me. "Sorry, comrade. Borg and out-of-date music aren't part of any happy ending I've ever imagined." "Borscht, not borg. And I've seen your appetite. If you were hungry enough, you'd eat it." "So starvation's necessary for this fairy tale to work out?

क्या मैं अच्छी दिखती हूँ? क्या तुम खूबसूरत हो? खूबसूरत? कभी-कभी यह बहुत ज़्यादा खूबसूरत होता है, दर्द होता है।

Do you think I'm pretty? I think you're beautiful Beautiful? You are so beautiful, it hurts sometimes.

Do you think I'm pretty? I think you're beautiful Beautiful? You are so beautiful, it hurts sometimes.

सिडनी, तुम्हें दोबारा देखकर मुझे बहुत ख़ुशी हुई। अगर मेरे करने लायक कोई भी काम हो, तो कृपया मुझे बताना। और तुम नील होगे।" "आपकी हुकूमत को सलाम।" नील ने उसे इतना झुक कर प्रणाम किया कि उसका माथा ज़मीन को छू गया। उसके ऊपर, एड्रियन ने अपनी आँखें घुमाईं। "आसानी से, लांसलॉट," एड्रियन ने कहा। "मुझे नहीं लगता कि जब वह जींस और बनी स्लिपर्स पहने हुए है, तो इतने झुककर प्रणाम करने की ज़रूरत है।"

Sydney, I'm so happy to see you again. If there's anything I can do for you, please let me know. And you must be Neil." "Your majesty." Neil swept her a bow so low that his forehead touched the ground. Above him, Adrian rolled his eyes. "Easy there, Lancelot," Adrian said. "I don't think bowing is required when she's in jeans and bunny slippers.

Sydney, I'm so happy to see you again. If there's anything I can do for you, please let me know. And you must be Neil." "Your majesty." Neil swept her a bow so low that his forehead touched the ground. Above him, Adrian rolled his eyes. "Easy there, Lancelot," Adrian said. "I don't think bowing is required when she's in jeans and bunny slippers.

तुम मेरी जान ले रही हो यहाँ, सेज!” “मैं कुछ नहीं कर रहा हूँ।” “बिल्कुल, यही तो मैं कह रहा हूँ।”

You’re killing me here, Sage!” “I’m not doing anything.” “Exactly my point.

You’re killing me here, Sage!” “I’m not doing anything.” “Exactly my point.

मुझे तुम्हारी यह बात हमेशा बहुत प्यारी लगती है कि तुम किस बात पर चिंता करती हो। स्ट्रिगोई? नहीं। घटिया खाना? हाँ।

I always love seeing what worries you. Strigoi? No. Questionable food? Yes.

I always love seeing what worries you. Strigoi? No. Questionable food? Yes.

जो कुछ भी तुम सबसे ज़्यादा प्रिय हो, उसे खोने का डर है, तो उसे संजोओ, जब तक तुम कर सकते हो।

You will lose what you value most, so treasure it while you can.

You will lose what you value most, so treasure it while you can.

जब तुम बारह साल की थीं तब क्या हुआ था?” “ओह, माँ ने हम सबको—हम लड़कियों को, डैड शहर से बाहर थे—जश्न मनाने के लिए बाहर डिनर पर ले जाने की पेशकश की, लेकिन मैं नहीं जाना चाहती थी। जिस किताब का मैं इंतज़ार कर रही थी, वह अभी-अभी रिलीज़ हुई थी, और मैं बस पूरी रात उसे पढ़ना चाहती थी।” “हे भगवान,” मैंने उसकी नाक के ऊपरी हिस्से को छूते हुए कहा। “तुम कितनी प्यारी हो।”

What happened when you were twelve?” “Oh, Mom offered to take us all out for dinner—us girls, Dad was out of town—to celebrate, but I didn’t want to. This book I’d been waiting for had just come out, and the only thing I wanted to do was read it all night.” “My God,” I said, touching the top of her nose. “You’re adorable.

What happened when you were twelve?” “Oh, Mom offered to take us all out for dinner—us girls, Dad was out of town—to celebrate, but I didn’t want to. This book I’d been waiting for had just come out, and the only thing I wanted to do was read it all night.” “My God,” I said, touching the top of her nose. “You’re adorable.

अरे, उम्मीद रखने में क्या जाता है! मेरा मतलब है, यह नामुमकिन तो नहीं है कि कम कपड़ों वाली कॉलेज की लड़कियों से भरी कोई कार बाहर खराब हो जाए और उन्हें मेरी मदद की ज़रूरत पड़ जाए।” “यह बात तो है,” मैंने कहा। “शायद मैं बाहर एक बोर्ड टाँग दूँ जिस पर लिखा हो—'सभी लड़कियों का ध्यान दें: यहाँ मुफ्त मदद मिलती है'।” “‘सभी हॉट लड़कियों का ध्यान दें,’” उसने अपनी बात सुधारते हुए, सीधे खड़े होते हुए कहा। “सही है,” मैंने आँखें मटकाने से खुद को रोकते हुए कहा। “यह एक ज़रूरी फर्क है।” उसने पूल स्टिक मेरी तरफ इशारा करते हुए कहा। “हॉट की बात चली है, तो मुझे तुम्हारी यह यूनिफॉर्म पसंद आई।” इस बार, मैंने सचमुच अपनी आँखें मटका दीं।

Hey, a guy can hope. I mean, it’s not impossible that a car full of scantily clad sorority girls might break down outside and need my help.” “That’s true,” I said. “Maybe I can put a sign out front that says, ‘ATTENTION ALL GIRLS: FREE HELP HERE.’” “‘ATTENTION ALL HOT GIRLS,’” he corrected, straightening up. “Right,” I said, trying not to roll my eyes. “That’s an important distinction.” He pointed at me with the pool stick. “Speaking of hot, I like that uniform.” This time, I did roll my eyes.

Hey, a guy can hope. I mean, it’s not impossible that a car full of scantily clad sorority girls might break down outside and need my help.” “That’s true,” I said. “Maybe I can put a sign out front that says, ‘ATTENTION ALL GIRLS: FREE HELP HERE.’” “‘ATTENTION ALL HOT GIRLS,’” he corrected, straightening up. “Right,” I said, trying not to roll my eyes. “That’s an important distinction.” He pointed at me with the pool stick. “Speaking of hot, I like that uniform.” This time, I did roll my eyes.

"क्या?" मैंने बेचैनी से पूछा। "तुम मुझे इस तरह क्यों देख रहे हो?" उसने सिर हिलाया, उसके चेहरे पर अब एक पछतावे भरी मुस्कान थी। "क्योंकि कभी-कभी इंसान छोटी-छोटी बातों में इतना उलझ जाता है कि वह बड़ी तस्वीर देख ही नहीं पाता। बात सिर्फ इस ड्रेस या बालों की नहीं है। बात तुम्हारी है। तुम खूबसूरत हो। इतनी खूबसूरत कि दिल बैठ जाए।"

What?" I asked uneasily. "Why are you looking at me like that?" He shook his head, the smile rueful now. "Because sometimes, a person can get so caught up in the details that they miss the whole. It's not just the dress or the hair. It's YOU. You're beautiful. So beautiful, it hurts me.

What?" I asked uneasily. "Why are you looking at me like that?" He shook his head, the smile rueful now. "Because sometimes, a person can get so caught up in the details that they miss the whole. It's not just the dress or the hair. It's YOU. You're beautiful. So beautiful, it hurts me.

ये ऐसा स्पर्श नहीं था जो कह रहा था, "देखो, मेरे पास एक योजना है, तो हिम्मत रखो, हम इससे बाहर निकल जाएंगे।" ये ज़्यादा तो ये था कि बस कह रहा था, "तुम अकेले नहीं हो।" ये सचमुच वो सब कुछ था जो वो दे सकता था, और उस पल में, यही काफ़ी था।

It wasn't the kind of touch that said, Hey, I've got a plan, so hang in there because we're going to get out of this. It was more like the kind of touch that simply said, You aren't alone. It was really the only thing he could offer. And in that moment, it was enough.

It wasn't the kind of touch that said, Hey, I've got a plan, so hang in there because we're going to get out of this. It was more like the kind of touch that simply said, You aren't alone. It was really the only thing he could offer. And in that moment, it was enough.

मुझे पहले लगता था कि तुमकमज़ोर हो और लड़ना नहीं जानती... पर सच कहूँ तो, अब मुझे लगता है कि तुम वाकई काफ़ी मज़बूत हो। शिकायत किए बिना और बिना भड़के हालात का सामना करने के लिए बहुत हिम्मत चाहिए होती है।

I used to think you were weak and just didn't fight back ... but now, honestly, I think you're actually pretty tough. It takes a hell of a lot of strength to not complain and lash out.

I used to think you were weak and just didn't fight back ... but now, honestly, I think you're actually pretty tough. It takes a hell of a lot of strength to not complain and lash out.

यह सच नहीं है,” एड्रियन ने कहा। “जब सारे लड़के किसी लड़की को ‘और करीब से जानना’ चाहते हैं, तो उन सबका मतलब एक ही होता है। तुम एक संभ्रांत परिवार की भली-लड़की हो, इसलिए मैं समझ सकता हूँ कि तुम इतनी भोली क्यों हो जो यह सब नहीं समझ पा रही हो। अच्छा है कि मैं यहाँ हूँ तुम्हें इसका मतलब समझाने के लिए।

Not true,” said Adrian. “All guys mean the same thing when they want to ‘get to know a girl better.’ You’re a wellbred young lady, so I understand why you’d be too innocent to understand. Good thing you’ve got me here to interpret.

Not true,” said Adrian. “All guys mean the same thing when they want to ‘get to know a girl better.’ You’re a wellbred young lady, so I understand why you’d be too innocent to understand. Good thing you’ve got me here to interpret.

तुम दो साल में पूरी जिंदगी जी सकते हो।

You can live a lifetime in two years.

You can live a lifetime in two years.

वह इतना आदर्श था, जबकि मैं जानता था कि वह सबसे अनियमित लोगों में से एक था।

He was too perfect, despite being one of the most imperfect people I knew.

He was too perfect, despite being one of the most imperfect people I knew.

देखा? चीज़ें अभी से बेहतर नज़र आने लगी हैं।

See? Things are already looking promising.

See? Things are already looking promising.

जहाँ तक हम जानते हैं, सब सही कह रहे हैं— स्ट्रिगोई पाम स्प्रिंग्स में समय बिताना पसंद नहीं करते।" एडी की घबराहट थोड़ी कम हुई।

As far as we know, everyone’s right— Strigoi don’t want to hang out in Palm Springs.” Eddie became about one percent less tense.

As far as we know, everyone’s right— Strigoi don’t want to hang out in Palm Springs.” Eddie became about one percent less tense.

मैंने सोचा, सम्मान। सच कहूँ तो: गार्डियंस को यह सिखाना चाहिए था। क्योंकि मैंने यह नहीं सीखा था।

Honor, I thought. For real: the guardians should have taught it. Because I hadn't learned it.

Honor, I thought. For real: the guardians should have taught it. Because I hadn't learned it.

तुम एक असाधारण, प्रतिभाशाली और अद्भुत युवती हो। कभी भी किसी को यह महसूस नहीं होने देना कि तुम कम हो। कभी किसी को यह महसूस नहीं होने देना कि तुम अदृश्य हो। न ही किसी को, यहाँ तक कि एक शिक्षक को भी जो तुम्हें लगातार कॉफी के लिए बुलाता है, तुम्हें झुकावने देना।

You are an exceptional, talented, and brilliant young woman. Do not ever let anyone make you feel like you’re less. Do not ever let anyone make you feel invisible. Do not let anyone—not even a teacher who constantly sends you for coffee—push you around.

You are an exceptional, talented, and brilliant young woman. Do not ever let anyone make you feel like you’re less. Do not ever let anyone make you feel invisible. Do not let anyone—not even a teacher who constantly sends you for coffee—push you around.

आज के पैमाने पर अतीत को न परखिए। यह सही नहीं बैठेगा। दोनों का कोई मेल नहीं है।

Don't judge the past by the standards of today. It won't work. They're incompatible.

Don't judge the past by the standards of today. It won't work. They're incompatible.

क्या वह कोई पार्टी कर रहा है?" "डोरियन एक मिलनसार राजा है। उसे अपने आस-पास लोग रखना पसंद है, और ज़्यादातर इसलिए ताकि वह उनका मज़ाक उड़ा सके।"

Is he having a party?" "Dorian is a sociable king. He likes keeping people around him, mostly so he can mock them.

Is he having a party?" "Dorian is a sociable king. He likes keeping people around him, mostly so he can mock them.

तुमने कहा था कि तुम एक पीड़ित हो। यही वजह है... यही वजह है कि आखिरकार, तुम और मैं एक-दूसरे के लिए सही नहीं हैं। इन सब के बावजूद जो हुआ है, मैंने कभी खुद को उस नज़रे से नहीं देखा। पीड़ित होने का मतलब है कि आप लाचार हैं। कि आप कोई कदम नहीं उठाएंगे। हमेशा... मैंने हमेशा अपने लिए... दूसरों के लिए लड़ाई लड़ी है। चाहे कुछ भी हो जाए।

You said you were a victim. That's why...that's why ultimately, you and I aren't matched for each other. In spite of everything that's happened, I've never though of myself that way. Being a victim means you're powerless. That you won't take action. Always...always I've done something to fight for myself...for others. No matter what.

You said you were a victim. That's why...that's why ultimately, you and I aren't matched for each other. In spite of everything that's happened, I've never though of myself that way. Being a victim means you're powerless. That you won't take action. Always...always I've done something to fight for myself...for others. No matter what.

अचानक वह वहाँ प्रकट हुआ, मानो गलियों में मौत ही हो, एक रेंच की धूल में सवार होकर।

And than suddenly he was there, charging down the hallway like death in a cowboy duster.

And than suddenly he was there, charging down the hallway like death in a cowboy duster.

हमारे आस-पास ऐसे कई छोटे-छोटे नगीने बिखरे पड़े हैं जो प्रेरणा की एक नई चमक दे सकते हैं।

There are little gems all around us that can hold glimmers of inspiration.

There are little gems all around us that can hold glimmers of inspiration.

जेरोम ने एक लंबी साँस छोड़ी और अपना काँटा नीचे रख दिया। "क्या तुम अब भी वही सब कर रही हो, जॉर्जि? क्या मैं पहले से ही काफ़ी नहीं भुगत रहा हूँ, जो मुझे एक ऐसी सुकुबस (पिशाचिनी) का मज़ाक भी सहना पड़े जो पार्ट-टाइम में क्रिसमस की परी बनी फिरती है?" "तुमने ही तो हमेशा कहा था कि मुझे किताबों की दुकान की नौकरी छोड़कर कुछ और करना चाहिए," मैंने उसे याद दिलाया। "हाँ, पर इसलिए क्योंकि मुझे लगा था कि तुम आगे चलकर कोई इज़्ज़तदार काम करोगे। जैसे स्ट्रिपर बनना या मेयर की रखैल बनना।"

Jerome sighed and set down his fork. "Are you still doing that, Georgie? Don't I suffer enough without having to endure the humiliation of a succubus who moonlights as a Christmas elf?" "You always said I should quit the bookstore and find something else to do," I reminded him. "Yes, but that was because I thought you'd go on to do something respectable. Like become a stripper or the Mayor's mistress.

Jerome sighed and set down his fork. "Are you still doing that, Georgie? Don't I suffer enough without having to endure the humiliation of a succubus who moonlights as a Christmas elf?" "You always said I should quit the bookstore and find something else to do," I reminded him. "Yes, but that was because I thought you'd go on to do something respectable. Like become a stripper or the Mayor's mistress.

क्या हम न्यू ऑरलियन्स जा रहे हैं?" उसने गाड़ी को पीछे करते हुए कहा, "हम वेस्ट वर्जीनिया जा रहे हैं।" मैंने कहा, "मेरा अंदाजा है कि 'वेस्ट वर्जीनिया' से तुम्हारा मतलब 'हवाई' से है, या फिर किसी उतनी ही रोमांचक जगह से।"

Are we going to New Orleans?" "No", she said, backing out of the spot. "We're going to West Virginia." "I assume by 'West Virginia,' you actually mean 'Hawaii,'" I said. "Or some place equally exciting.

Are we going to New Orleans?" "No", she said, backing out of the spot. "We're going to West Virginia." "I assume by 'West Virginia,' you actually mean 'Hawaii,'" I said. "Or some place equally exciting.

उसके चेहरे पर दुःख का भाव था जो लगभग हास्यास्पद था। हमले, गोलियाँ, अपराधी... कोई बात नहीं। एक गुम हुई झाड़ू? यह तो तबाही है।

There was a look of woe on his face that was almost comical. Raids, bullets, criminals...no problem. A missing duster? Crisis.

There was a look of woe on his face that was almost comical. Raids, bullets, criminals...no problem. A missing duster? Crisis.

"कमीने," मैंने बुदबुदाया। फिर मेरा चेहरा खिल उठा। "अरे हाँ। डोनट्स।"

"Jerks," I muttered. Then I brightened. "Oh, hey. Doughnuts."

"Jerks," I muttered. Then I brightened. "Oh, hey. Doughnuts."

यहाँ कुछ नहीं हुआ, ठीक है? इसमें से कुछ भी नहीं हुआ।” उसकी भौंहें चढ़ गईं। “सच में? क्योंकि मैं कसम खाकर कह सकता हूँ कि जब मेरा हाथ तुम्हारे— के बीच में था, तब कुछ तो हुआ था!” “नहीं!” - डोरियन और यूजीनी

Nothing happened here, okay? None of this did.” His eyebrows rose. “Really? Because I could have sworn that something happened when my hand was between your—” “No!” - Dorian and Eugenie

Nothing happened here, okay? None of this did.” His eyebrows rose. “Really? Because I could have sworn that something happened when my hand was between your—” “No!” - Dorian and Eugenie

एक बंदूक—मुझे एक बंदूक ने गिरा दिया था। यह किसी मज़ाक जैसा था। मैंने सोचा, चीटर्स! मैंने अपनी ज़िंदगी हाथ से होने वाली लड़ाई पर फोकस करने में बिताई थी, नुकीले दांतों और उन ताकतवर हाथों से बचना सीखा था जो मेरी गर्दन चुटकियों में तोड़ सकते थे। एक बंदूक? यह तो बहुत... खैर, आसान था। क्या मुझे बुरा मानना चाहिए था? मुझे नहीं पता था। क्या इससे कोई फर्क पड़ता था? मैं यह भी नहीं जानती थी। उस पल मैं बस इतना जानती थी कि मैं मरने वाली हूँ, चाहे कुछ भी हो जाए।

A gun I had been brought down by a gun. It was practically comical. Cheaters, I thought. I’d spent my life focusing on hand to hand combat, learning to dodge fangs and powerful hands that could snap my neck. A gun? It was so… well, easy. Should I be insulted? I didn’t know. Did it matter? I didn’t know that either. All I knew in that moment was that I was going to die, regardless.

A gun I had been brought down by a gun. It was practically comical. Cheaters, I thought. I’d spent my life focusing on hand to hand combat, learning to dodge fangs and powerful hands that could snap my neck. A gun? It was so… well, easy. Should I be insulted? I didn’t know. Did it matter? I didn’t know that either. All I knew in that moment was that I was going to die, regardless.

प्यार अक्सर पूर्ण नहीं होता, कैटर ने कहा। मनुष्य यह सोचकर खुद को धोखा देते हैं कि यह ऐसा ही होना चाहिए। यही अपूर्णता प्रेम को पूर्ण बनाती है।

Love is rarely flawless,” Carter pointed out. “Humans delude themselves by thinking it has to be. It is the imperfection that makes love perfect.

Love is rarely flawless,” Carter pointed out. “Humans delude themselves by thinking it has to be. It is the imperfection that makes love perfect.

फ़िन ने अपनी बाहें बाँध लीं और वोलूसियन को घूरने लगा। यह एक काफ़ी साहसिक कदम था, खासकर तब जब फ़िन किसी कार्टून चरित्र जैसा दिख रहा था और वोलूसियन को देखकर ऐसा लग रहा था मानो वह छोटे बच्चों की आत्माएँ खा जाता हो। जहाँ तक मैं जानता था, शायद वह वाकई ऐसा करता होगा।

Finn crossed his arms and glared at Volusian. It was kind of a bold move, considering Finn looked like a cartoon character and Volusian looked like he ate the souls of small children. For all I knew, he probably did.

Finn crossed his arms and glared at Volusian. It was kind of a bold move, considering Finn looked like a cartoon character and Volusian looked like he ate the souls of small children. For all I knew, he probably did.

सेथ मेरे पीछे आ गया, उसकी मौजूदगी से एक भरोसा और सुकून मिल रहा था। वह मुझे थामने के लिए तैयार था, भले ही मैंने अभी गिरने से मना कर दिया था।

Seth moved behind me, his presence steady and reassuring. Waiting to catch me, even though I refused to fall just yet.

Seth moved behind me, his presence steady and reassuring. Waiting to catch me, even though I refused to fall just yet.

और इसलिए, खतरनाक और लापरवाह हरियतों के अपने ही सारे रिकॉर्ड तोड़ते हुए, मैंने सोन्या का कंगन उतार फेंका। "मैं रोज़ हाथवे हूँ।"

And so, surpassing my own records for dangerous, reckless behavior, I ripped off Sonya's bracelet. "I'm Rose Hathaway.

And so, surpassing my own records for dangerous, reckless behavior, I ripped off Sonya's bracelet. "I'm Rose Hathaway.

उसने पहले भी कहा था और इसका मतलब था: चाहे वो जीवित हो या मृत, मेरी जिंदगी का प्यार एक योद्धा था।

I’d said it before and meant it: Alive or undead, the love of my life was a badass.

I’d said it before and meant it: Alive or undead, the love of my life was a badass.

यह एक सच्चाई है कि लोग उन चीज़ों से डरते हैं जिन्हें वे समझ नहीं पाते। और ज़्यादातर लोग इसके बारे में जानने के लिए या तो बहुत आलसी होते हैं या अज्ञानी।

It's a fact that people are afraid of what they don't understand. And most are too lazy or ignorant to find out more.

It's a fact that people are afraid of what they don't understand. And most are too lazy or ignorant to find out more.

नहीं, लेकिन..." लेकिन मैंने किसी और इंसान से कुछ महसूस किया था। कोई ऐसा शख्स जो एलेक के साथ वक्त बिताता था। मेरे दिमाग में आखिरी पत्ता भी पलट गया। "मैं जानती हूँ वह कौन है। वही है। वही आदमी।" "बेशक," कार्टर ने रूखेपन से कहा। "मुझे पता था कि वही आदमी होगा। हमेशा वही आदमी होता है।"

No, but ..." But I had felt something from another person. Someone who spent time with Alec. The last card in my head flipped over. "I know who it is. It's him. That guy." "Of course," said Carter dryly. "I knew it was that guy. It's always that guy.

No, but ..." But I had felt something from another person. Someone who spent time with Alec. The last card in my head flipped over. "I know who it is. It's him. That guy." "Of course," said Carter dryly. "I knew it was that guy. It's always that guy.

सच कहूँ तो, यह मेरी ही गलती है। यह बात सामने थी। सौ बार सामने आई थी। मैंने इसे कितनी बार देखा था? मैं जानती थी। यह बार-बार हो रहा था। बार-बार तुम कहते थे कि तुम्हारा उससे कोई वास्ता नहीं... और बार-बार, मैं मान लेती थी... चाहे मेरी आँखों ने कुछ भी देखा हो। चाहे मेरे दिल ने कुछ भी कहा हो। मेरी... गलती।

Really, it's my fault. It was there. A hundred times there. How often did I see it? I knew. It kept happening. Over and over, you'd say you were through with him...and over and over, I'd believe it...no matter what my eyes showed me. No matter what my heart told me. My. Fault.

Really, it's my fault. It was there. A hundred times there. How often did I see it? I knew. It kept happening. Over and over, you'd say you were through with him...and over and over, I'd believe it...no matter what my eyes showed me. No matter what my heart told me. My. Fault.

मुझे खुद रोक नहीं पाया, मुझे उस एहसास को काबू नहीं कर सका, जब मैंने एक वेयरwolf के काटने की ख़ुशी और रोमांच को याद किया।

But I couldn't help myself, couldn't help the way I felt as I recalled the bliss and rush of a vampire's bite.

But I couldn't help myself, couldn't help the way I felt as I recalled the bliss and rush of a vampire's bite.

किसी ऐसे इंसान को अलविदा कैसे कहें जो पूरी तरह से गया नहीं है।

How do you say goodbye to someone who isn't exactly gone.

How do you say goodbye to someone who isn't exactly gone.

हम सब सन्न रह गए और अविश्वास से स्कोरबोर्ड को देखते रहे। सिर्फ कार्टर ही कुछ बोल पाया। उसने रॉबर्ट से जोश में आकर कहा, "इसे कहते हैं हाथ आया मौका गँवाना नहीं।" "इसका कोई मतलब नहीं बनता," रोजर ने कहा। कार्टर ने स्कोरबोर्ड की तरफ इशारा किया। "इसका भी कोई मतलब नहीं बनता, पर फिर भी यह तुम्हारे सामने है।"

We all stared at the scoreboard in stunned silence. Only Carter was able to get anything out. "That," he told Robert exuberantly, "is how a bird in the hand gets up before the early worm." "That doesn't make any sense," said Roger. Carter pointed at the scoreboard. "Neither does that, but there you have it.

We all stared at the scoreboard in stunned silence. Only Carter was able to get anything out. "That," he told Robert exuberantly, "is how a bird in the hand gets up before the early worm." "That doesn't make any sense," said Roger. Carter pointed at the scoreboard. "Neither does that, but there you have it.

उसने ताने भरे अविश्वास के साथ कहा, "तुमने अपनी शक्ति का इस्तेमाल करके मुझ पर सिर्फ एक पत्थर फेंका?" मैंने डोरियन को प्यार से यह कहते हुए सुना, "इसके उलट, मैंने उसके लिए जादू का इस्तेमाल नहीं किया। मैंने उसे बस ऐसे ही फेंक दिया।"

You used your power to toss one rock at me?" he exclaimed, an almost comic note of incredulity in his voice. "On the contrary," I heard Dorian say pleasantly. "I didn't use magic for that. I just threw it.

You used your power to toss one rock at me?" he exclaimed, an almost comic note of incredulity in his voice. "On the contrary," I heard Dorian say pleasantly. "I didn't use magic for that. I just threw it.

मुझे किसी ऐसे व्यक्ति की ज़रूरत है जो कमरे का ध्यान खींचे, बिना हिचकिचाए, अगर मैं नहीं हूँ तो।

ʺWe need someone to get the roomʹs attention,ʺ I said. ʺSomeone not afraid to make a spectacle—I mean, besides me, of course.ʺ

ʺWe need someone to get the roomʹs attention,ʺ I said. ʺSomeone not afraid to make a spectacle—I mean, besides me, of course.ʺ

मैं हमेशा कम से कम दस मिनट पहले पहुँचता हूँ।

I'm always at least ten minutes early.

I'm always at least ten minutes early.

डग पाँच मिनट बाद वापस आया और उसने अपना सिर हिलाया। "माफ़ करना यार। वह सिंगल है, पर उसे नहीं लगता कि तुम उसके टाइप के हो। उसे गॉथ और वैम्पायर वाली दुनिया पसंद है। तुम उसके लिए बहुत साधारण हो।" मैं पानी का एक घूँट ले रहा था और लगभग उसी में दम घुटने लगा था। "इसे," पीटर ने डग के जाते ही कहा, "हम विडंबना कहते हैं।" "यह कैसे मुमकिन है?" कोडी चिल्लाया। "मैं एक वैम्पायर हूँ। उसे तो बिल्कुल वैसा ही चाहिए जैसा मैं हूँ।" "हाँ, लेकिन तुम वैम्पायर जैसे दिखते भी तो नहीं हो," मैंने कहा। अगर गैब्रिएल कोई स्टार ट्रेक का फैन होता, तो शायद आज रात उसकी दाल गल जाती।

Doug returned five minutes later and shook his head. "Sorry kid. She's single, but she doesn't think you're her type. She's into the Goth and vampire scene. You're too mainstream for her." I was sipping a glass of water and nearly choked on it. "That," said Peter, as soon as Doug was gone, "is what we call irony." "How is that possible?" exclaimed Cody. "I am a vampire. I should be exactly what she wants." "Yeah, but you don't look like one," I said. If Gabrielle had been a Trekkie, he might have had a shot tonight.

Doug returned five minutes later and shook his head. "Sorry kid. She's single, but she doesn't think you're her type. She's into the Goth and vampire scene. You're too mainstream for her." I was sipping a glass of water and nearly choked on it. "That," said Peter, as soon as Doug was gone, "is what we call irony." "How is that possible?" exclaimed Cody. "I am a vampire. I should be exactly what she wants." "Yeah, but you don't look like one," I said. If Gabrielle had been a Trekkie, he might have had a shot tonight.

मैं हैरानी से उन दोनों को बारी-बारी से देखने लगी। मुझे समझ नहीं आ रहा था कि मैं किसी लड़ाई की गवाह बन रही हूँ या किसी अंतरंग शुरुआत की। मुझे दोनों में से किसी भी विकल्प में कोई दिलचस्पी नहीं थी।

I looked back and forth at them in amazement. I didn't know if I was witnessing a fight or foreplay. I wasn't thrilled about either option.

I looked back and forth at them in amazement. I didn't know if I was witnessing a fight or foreplay. I wasn't thrilled about either option.

तुम जो चाहो सो सोचो, बस इतना याद रखना – चाहे हमारे बीच की बातें कितनी भी साधारण लगें – मैं अभी भी हूँ, अभी भी तुमसे प्यार करता हूँ, और किसी भी आदमी से, चाहे बुरा हो या नहीं, ज़्यादा तुम्हें अपनाता हूँ।

Well, you can think what you want, so long as you remember - no matter how ordinary things seem between us - I'm still here, still in love with you, and care about you more than any other guy, evil or otherwise, ever will.

Well, you can think what you want, so long as you remember - no matter how ordinary things seem between us - I'm still here, still in love with you, and care about you more than any other guy, evil or otherwise, ever will.

एक लेखक होने का यही सबसे बड़ा मज़ा है। आप बेहतरीन सवाल सोचते हैं... और फिर उससे भी ज़्यादा बेहतरीन जवाब गढ़ लेते हैं।

That's the great thing about being a writer. You dream up amazing questions... and then dream up even more amazing answers.

That's the great thing about being a writer. You dream up amazing questions... and then dream up even more amazing answers.

शराब बच्चों के लिए ज़हर है।" डोरियन मेरे साथ बैठने वाले कमरे में आया और बड़े ही नफासत से एक लव-सीट पर बैठ गया, जिससे उसके बैंगनी रंग के मखमली चोगा का लुक और भी निखर कर आ रहा था। "अरे, ज़ाहिर है कि यह बुरा है! मैं सपने में भी किसी बच्चे को शराब देने की नहीं सोच सकता! तुम मुझे क्या समझते हो, कोई जंगली जानवर? लेकिन तुम्हारे लिए... खैर, यह शायद तुम्हें थोड़ा कम घबराया हुआ महसूस कराने में काफी मदद कर सकता है। तुम्हारे साथ रहना इन दिनों किसी अज़ाब से कम नहीं है।" "मैं भी इसे नहीं ले सकती। यह गर्भ में पल रहे बच्चों को नुकसान पहुँचाता है।"

Wine's terrible for babies." Dorian swept into the sitting room to join me, elegantly arranging himself on a love seat that displayed his purple velvet robes to best effect. "Well of course it is. I'd never dream of giving wine to an infant! What do you take me for, a barbarian? But for you... well, it might go a long way to make you a little less jumpy. You've been positively unbearable to live around. "I can't have it either. It affects the babies in utero.

Wine's terrible for babies." Dorian swept into the sitting room to join me, elegantly arranging himself on a love seat that displayed his purple velvet robes to best effect. "Well of course it is. I'd never dream of giving wine to an infant! What do you take me for, a barbarian? But for you... well, it might go a long way to make you a little less jumpy. You've been positively unbearable to live around. "I can't have it either. It affects the babies in utero.

दुर्भाग्य से, जिंदगी को इस बात से कोई फर्क नहीं पड़ता कि हम क्या चाहते हैं। अभी कदम उठाओ, इससे पहले कि बात पूरी तरह बिगड़ जाए।

Life, unfortunately, doesnʹt seem to care what we want. Act now while you can actually stop it from being a disaster.

Life, unfortunately, doesnʹt seem to care what we want. Act now while you can actually stop it from being a disaster.

दिमित्री पूरी तरह से हक्का-बक्का रह गया था। यह अक्सर तब होता था जब मैं कोई उचित बात मान लेता था।

Dmitri was at a total loss. It was a common reaction for people when I agreed to do something reasonable.

Dmitri was at a total loss. It was a common reaction for people when I agreed to do something reasonable.

शुरुआत से ही, और खासकर पिशाचों (वैम्पायर्स) को लेकर, अलौकिक चीज़ों के प्रति लोगों में हमेशा से एक आकर्षण रहा है। यह कोई नई घटना नहीं है।

People have always had a fascination with the supernatural going back to the beginning of time and with vampires in particular. This phenomenon is not new.

People have always had a fascination with the supernatural going back to the beginning of time and with vampires in particular. This phenomenon is not new.

वह मेरे और करीब झुक गया और फिर उसे खुद पर हैरानी हुई कि वह क्या कर रहा था। "तुम ऐसा क्यों करती? तुम मेरे लिए ऐसा क्यों करती?"

He leaned closer to me and then seemed shocked as he realized what he was doing. "Why would you do that? Why would you do that for me?

He leaned closer to me and then seemed shocked as he realized what he was doing. "Why would you do that? Why would you do that for me?

तुम्हारी पसंद की कोई चीज़ दिखी क्या?

You see something you like?

You see something you like?

“जन्मदिन मुबारक हो,” तो ऐडन अचानक रुक गया। शब्द कोमल और छोटे थे, hesitantly बोले गए थे, लेकिन बनस्पुता कानों ने उन्हें आसानी से समझ लिया। धीरे-धीरे, उसने जिल मास्ट्रानो को शर्म से सामने देखा।

Happy Birthday." Adrian came to a sudden halt. The words were soft and small, spoken tentatively, but easily discerned by vampire ears. Slowly, he turned around and found Jill Mastrano standing shyly before him.

Happy Birthday." Adrian came to a sudden halt. The words were soft and small, spoken tentatively, but easily discerned by vampire ears. Slowly, he turned around and found Jill Mastrano standing shyly before him.

लोग अक्सर पूछते हैं कि मुझे प्रेरणा कहाँ से मिलती है, और मेरा हमेशा यही जवाब होता है कि मेरे पास इसका कोई सटीक उत्तर नहीं है क्योंकि, भाई, प्रेरणा हर जगह से मिलती है: लोगों से, जगहों से, यादों से।

People often ask where I get my inspiration from, and I always say I have no good answer because, well, inspiration comes from everywhere: people, places, memories.

People often ask where I get my inspiration from, and I always say I have no good answer because, well, inspiration comes from everywhere: people, places, memories.

वह बोतल के सहारे अपनी समस्याओं से भाग रहा था, जो मेरे स्वभाव के बिल्कुल खिलाफ था। मैं? मैं बिना लड़े अपनी परेशानियों को जीत हासिल नहीं करने दे सकती थी।

He was hiding from his problems in a bottle, something that went against every piece of my nature. Me? I couldnʹt let my problems win without a fight.

He was hiding from his problems in a bottle, something that went against every piece of my nature. Me? I couldnʹt let my problems win without a fight.

फिर, जब एक हाथ ने मुझे कसकर पकड़ा और उसका दूसरा हाथ मेरे बालों पर धीरे से फिरा, तो मुझे कुछ अहसास हुआ। उसकी गंध ठीक नहीं थी।

Then, as one hand tightened on me and his other ran gently over my hair, I noticed something. He didn't smell right.

Then, as one hand tightened on me and his other ran gently over my hair, I noticed something. He didn't smell right.

यह एक रहस्य था कि कैसे दो किशोर लड़कियों ने दो साल तक खुद को बेख़बर रखा, खासकर जब उनमें से एक मोरी राजकुमारी थी और दूसरी एक लापरवाह धम्पी थी, जिसके खिलाफ इतनी लंबी शिकायतें थीं कि वे स्कूल के रिकॉर्ड को तोड़ देती थीं।

It was something of a mystery how a couple of teenage girls had managed to escape detection for two years, especially when one of them was a privileged Moroi princess and the other a delinquent dhampir with a disciplinary file so long that it broke school records.

It was something of a mystery how a couple of teenage girls had managed to escape detection for two years, especially when one of them was a privileged Moroi princess and the other a delinquent dhampir with a disciplinary file so long that it broke school records.

चूँकि बाज़ार में वैम्पायर्स पर आधारित बहुत सारी किताबें मौजूद हैं, इसलिए लोग अक्सर हमारे बीच आपसी प्रतिद्वंद्विता खड़ी करना चाहते हैं। लोग यह मानना चाहते हैं कि हम सब एक-दूसरे के कड़े दुश्मन हैं, जबकि सच्चाई यह है कि लेखकों के बीच बहुत गहरी दोस्ती और आपसी भाईचारा होता है। हर कोई एक-दूसरे का हौसला बढ़ाता है।

People really want to set up these rivalries because there's a lot of vampire books out there. People want to believe we're all fierce rivals, and really there's just so much camaraderie with authors. Everyone kind of boosts each other.

People really want to set up these rivalries because there's a lot of vampire books out there. People want to believe we're all fierce rivals, and really there's just so much camaraderie with authors. Everyone kind of boosts each other.

तुम और मैं दोस्त भी नहीं हैं।

You and I aren't friends either.

You and I aren't friends either.

आखिर अच्छाई और बुराई क्या थीं, बस कुछ बेतुके दायरे? ऐसे बेतुके दायरे जो लोगों को बांधते थे और उनकी अपनी फितरत के आधार पर उन्हें सजा या इनाम देते थे, ऐसी फितरत जिस पर उनका कोई बस ही नहीं चलता था।

What were good and evil, really, but stupid categories? Stupid categories that restricted people and punished or rewarded them based on how they responded to their own natures, natures they really didn't have any way to control.

What were good and evil, really, but stupid categories? Stupid categories that restricted people and punished or rewarded them based on how they responded to their own natures, natures they really didn't have any way to control.

"अलग समय, अलग जगह," मैंने कहा। "परिवर्तन संभव है। लोग भी बदल सकते हैं।"

Different time, different place,” I said. “Things can change. People can change.

Different time, different place,” I said. “Things can change. People can change.

किसी सीरीज़ की सबसे अच्छी बात यह होती है कि आप कहानी को हमेशा एक ऐसे मोड़ पर रोक सकते हैं जहाँ उत्सुकता बनी रहे। आप कह सकते हैं, 'अच्छा तो यह लीजिए, यह पात्र अभी-अभी मर गया, किताब खत्म।' और सीरीज़ के अंत में, आप उन तमाम अधूरी कहानियों को लेकर पूरी तरह सजग रहते हैं जो बीच में छूट गई थीं। उन्हें समेटने और कहानी के रोमांच को बनाए रखने के बीच एक संतुलन रखना पड़ता है।

The nice thing about a series is you can end on cliffhangers all the time. You can be like, 'You know what? Here we go, this person just died, end of book.' And with the end of the series, you're very conscious of all the plotlines that were left hanging. There's a balance there to wrap those up but still leave it exciting.

The nice thing about a series is you can end on cliffhangers all the time. You can be like, 'You know what? Here we go, this person just died, end of book.' And with the end of the series, you're very conscious of all the plotlines that were left hanging. There's a balance there to wrap those up but still leave it exciting.

तुम दोनों की जोड़ी स्वर्ग में बनी है। या फिर कहीं और।

You two are a match made in heaven. Or somewhere.

You two are a match made in heaven. Or somewhere.

जब हम दूसरे कैंपस के लगभग पास पहुँच गए, तो मुझे अजीब सी मितली महसूस हुई। मैंने क्रिस्टियन को चेतावनी देने के लिए आवाज़ लगाई, ठीक उसी समय एक स्ट्रिगोई ने उसे दबोच लिया। लेकिन क्रिस्टियन तेज़ था। स्ट्रिगोई का सिर आग की लपटों से घिर गया। वह चीखा और क्रिस्टियन को छोड़कर पागलों की तरह आग बुझाने की कोशिश करने लगा। स्ट्रिगोई ने कभी मुझे दाँव के साथ आते हुए नहीं देखा था। यह सब एक मिनट के अंदर हो गया। क्रिस्टियन और मैंने एक-दूसरे की तरफ देखा। हाँ। हम कमाल के थे।

When we were almost to the other campus, I felt the weird nausea hit me. I called a warning to Christian, just as a Strigoi grabbed him. But Christian was fast. Flames wreathed the Strigoi's head. He screamed and released Christian, trying frantically to put the flames out. The Strigoi never saw me coming with the stake. The whole thing took under a minute. Christian and I exchanged looks. Yeah. We were badasses.

When we were almost to the other campus, I felt the weird nausea hit me. I called a warning to Christian, just as a Strigoi grabbed him. But Christian was fast. Flames wreathed the Strigoi's head. He screamed and released Christian, trying frantically to put the flames out. The Strigoi never saw me coming with the stake. The whole thing took under a minute. Christian and I exchanged looks. Yeah. We were badasses.

वह पूरी तरह से तैयार नहीं थी। यह तो निश्चित रूप से कह ही सकते थे।

You were totally unprepared for her.” “That's for damned sure.

You were totally unprepared for her.” “That's for damned sure.

सेक्स बेहतरीन था, लेकिन वह हर मर्ज़ की जादुई दवा नहीं था। गजब है यार। चलते-चलते मुझमें भी थोड़ी अक्ल आ ही गई।

Sex had been amazing, but it wasn't a magical cure for everything. Damn. Somewhere along the way, I'd picked up common sense.

Sex had been amazing, but it wasn't a magical cure for everything. Damn. Somewhere along the way, I'd picked up common sense.

"कुछ पसंद आया?" मैंने पूछा और वही बात दोहराई जो बहुत पहले तब कही थी जब उसने मुझे स्कूल में एक बार अजीब स्थिति में पकड़ लिया था। "बहुत कुछ," वो बोला।

You see something you like?" I asked, echoing something I'd said to him ling ago, when he'd caught me in a compromising position at school. "Lots," he said. -Rose (Roza) to Dimitri

You see something you like?" I asked, echoing something I'd said to him ling ago, when he'd caught me in a compromising position at school. "Lots," he said. -Rose (Roza) to Dimitri

नहीं यार, तुम हमेशा अच्छे दिखते हो। जहाँ तक मेरी बात है... खैर, इसे समझाना मुश्किल है। ये औरायें (ऊर्जा क्षेत्र) मुझे परेशान कर रही हैं। यहाँ आस-पास बहुत दुख है। तुम अंदाज़ा भी नहीं लगा सकते। यह आध्यात्मिक स्तर पर हर किसी से बाहर निकल रहा है। यह बहुत भारी पड़ रहा है। यह तुम्हारी उदास औरा को भी खुशमिजाज बना देता है।

Nah, you always look good. As for me … well, it's hard to explain. The auras are getting to me. There's so much sorrow around here. You can't even begin to understand. It radiates from everyone on a spiritual level. It's overwhelming. It makes your dark aura downright cheerful.

Nah, you always look good. As for me … well, it's hard to explain. The auras are getting to me. There's so much sorrow around here. You can't even begin to understand. It radiates from everyone on a spiritual level. It's overwhelming. It makes your dark aura downright cheerful.

तुम्हारी शुभकामना, मानव पुत्री।

Bless you, daugher of man.

Bless you, daugher of man.

मैंने किसी भूतिया जूते से ज़्यादा अजीब चीज़ें भी देखी थीं, पर ऐसी ज़्यादा नहीं।

I'd seen weirder things than a haunted shoe, but not many.

I'd seen weirder things than a haunted shoe, but not many.

आज तुम्हें कुछ ऐसा सुनने को मिलेगा जो तुम्हारी इस साफ-सुथरी, बंटी हुई और तर्क-वितर्क वाली दुनिया में बिल्कुल फिट नहीं बैठता।

For once, you're going to hear something that doesn't fit into your neat, compartmentalized world of order and logic and reason.

For once, you're going to hear something that doesn't fit into your neat, compartmentalized world of order and logic and reason.

मुझे रोज़ के तीखे और मजेदार ताने सुनना हमेशा बहुत पसंद है—खास तौर पर तब जब हालात पूरी तरह गंभीर हों। यह विरोधाभास मुझे हमेशा हँसाता है, पर ठीक है, मैं इस मामले में पक्षपाती हूँ।

I always love it whenever Rose delivers one of her witty one-liners—particularly when it’s a completely serious situation. The contrast always amuses me, but then, I’m biased.

I always love it whenever Rose delivers one of her witty one-liners—particularly when it’s a completely serious situation. The contrast always amuses me, but then, I’m biased.

मेरा मन... यह मैं ही हूँ। मुझे लगता है कि दुनिया में इस पर कोई भी चोट मेरे मानस पर होने से ज़्यादा दर्दनाक होगी।

My mind... It's who I am. I think I'd rather suffer any other injury in the world than have my mind tampered with.

My mind... It's who I am. I think I'd rather suffer any other injury in the world than have my mind tampered with.

भगवान चाहे अनसुलझे तरीकों से काम करते हों, लेकिन शैतान बहुत ही करीने और फुर्ती से काम करता था।

God might work on mysterious ways, but hell worked on efficient ones.

God might work on mysterious ways, but hell worked on efficient ones.

लेकिन मेरे लिए सबसे दिलचस्प बात यह थी कि एरोन ने उसके बिना भी वक्त बिताने का कोई तरीका ढूंढ लिया था। उसके पास, उसका हाथ पकड़े हुए, एक मोरोइ लड़की बैठी थी जो दिखने में करीब ग्यारह साल की लग रही थी, पर उम्र में उससे बड़ी होगी—सिवाय इसके कि हमारी गैर-मौजूदगी में वह कोई पेडोफाइल बन गया हो।

But what I found most interesting was that Aaron had apparently found a way to pass the time without her. Beside him, holding his hand, was a Moroi girl who looked about eleven but had to be older, unless he'd become a pedophile during our absence.

But what I found most interesting was that Aaron had apparently found a way to pass the time without her. Beside him, holding his hand, was a Moroi girl who looked about eleven but had to be older, unless he'd become a pedophile during our absence.

मैंने अपने अक्स को देखकर बताया, "मेरी मम्मी ने मेरी पिटाई की।" उसने सहानुभूति से मेरी तरफ देखा।

My mom beat me up," I informed my reflection. It looked back sympathetically.

My mom beat me up," I informed my reflection. It looked back sympathetically.

प्यार को दबाकर रखना, गुस्सा भीतर दबाए रखने जैसा ही था - यह मैंने सीख लिया था। यह तुम्हें अंदर से खा जाता था, जब तक कि तुम चिल्लाना या कुछ भी तोड़ना नहीं चाहना।

Keeping love buried was a lot like jeeping anger pent up, I'd learned. It just ate you up insides until you wanted to scream or kick something.

Keeping love buried was a lot like jeeping anger pent up, I'd learned. It just ate you up insides until you wanted to scream or kick something.

मैं झूठ नहीं बोलूँगा। किसी कमरे में कदम रखते ही अपनी प्रेमिका को बच्चों के नामों की किताब पढ़ते देखना दिल की धड़कनें कुछ पल के लिए रोक सकता है।

I won't lie. Walking into a room and seeing your girlfriend reading a baby-name book can kind of make your heart stop.

I won't lie. Walking into a room and seeing your girlfriend reading a baby-name book can kind of make your heart stop.

“सेज,” उसने कहा। “यह तुमने क्या पहन रखा है?” मैंने एक लंबी सांस छोड़ी और अपनी ड्रेस को देखने लगी। “मुझे पता है। यह लाल है। शुरू मत हो जाना। मैं इसके बारे में सुन-सुनकर थक चुकी हूँ।” “मज़ेदार बात है,” वह बोला। “मुझे नहीं लगता कि मैं इसे देखना कभी बंद कर पाऊंगा।”

Sage," he said. "What are you wearing?" I sighed and stared down at the dress. "I know. It's red. Don't start. I'm tired of hearing about it." "Funny," he said. "I don't think I could ever get tired of looking at it.

Sage," he said. "What are you wearing?" I sighed and stared down at the dress. "I know. It's red. Don't start. I'm tired of hearing about it." "Funny," he said. "I don't think I could ever get tired of looking at it.

मेरे पास मूर्खतापूर्ण हरकतें करने की कोई वजह नहीं थी, सिर्फ इसलिए कि वह आदमी ज़रूरत से ज़्यादा हैंडसम था।

I had no reason to get all goofy, just because the man was too good-looking for his own good.

I had no reason to get all goofy, just because the man was too good-looking for his own good.

जैसे-जैसे बिल का भुगतान किया, दिमित्री का फ़ोन बजा। “हेलो?” उसने पूछा। और बस, उसका चेहरा बदल गया। उसमें वो ज़बरदस्त रवैये की जो मैं उसमें देखती थी, वो थोड़ा कम हो गया और वो लगभग चमकने लगा। “नहीं, नहीं। हमेशा तुम्हारे कॉल करने का वक़्त अच्छा होता है, रोज़ा।” जिस जवाब में वो दूसरी तरफ से मिला, उसने उसे मुस्कुराने पर मजबूर कर दिया।

We had just paid the check when Dimitri's cell phone rang. "Hello?" he answered. And like that, his face transformed. That fierceness I so associated with him softened, and he practically glowed. "No, no. It's always a good time for you to call, Roza." Whatever the response on the other end was, it made him smile.

We had just paid the check when Dimitri's cell phone rang. "Hello?" he answered. And like that, his face transformed. That fierceness I so associated with him softened, and he practically glowed. "No, no. It's always a good time for you to call, Roza." Whatever the response on the other end was, it made him smile.

मुझे सिर्फ़ कोई विचार नहीं आया। मुझे एक शानदार आइडिया सूझा था।

I didn't just get an idea. I got a great idea.

I didn't just get an idea. I got a great idea.

इससे कोई फर्क नहीं पड़ता। एडी का खून ले लो। बेलिकोव का खून ले लो। मेरी परवाह है तो मेरा ही खून ले लो। लेकिन अगर वह अपनी मर्ज़ी से नहीं देना चाहती, तो बात यहीं खत्म होती है। उसने मना कर दिया है। यह बहस अब बंद।

It doesn't matter. Take Eddie's blood. Take Belikov's blood. Take your own for all I care. But If she doesn't want to give hers, then that's all there is to it. She said no. This conversation is done.

It doesn't matter. Take Eddie's blood. Take Belikov's blood. Take your own for all I care. But If she doesn't want to give hers, then that's all there is to it. She said no. This conversation is done.

मैंने धीरे से कहा, 'ठीक है, आप जो कहेंगे मैं वही करूँगी। बस इतना याद रखिएगा कि मुझसे ऊँची आवाज़ में बात न करें। मैं अब आपकी स्टूडेंट नहीं हूँ। अब मैं आपकी बराबरी की हूँ।' उसने सड़क के किनारे से नज़रें हटाकर मुझे बस इतनी देर के लिए हैरान होकर देखा, 'रोज़ा, तुम हमेशा से मेरी बराबरी की रही हो।'

Okay,' I said quietly. 'I'll do whatever you say. Just remember not to talk down to me. I'm not your student anymore. I'm your equal now.' He glanced away from the side of the road just long enough to give me a surprised look. 'You've always been my equal, Roza.

Okay,' I said quietly. 'I'll do whatever you say. Just remember not to talk down to me. I'm not your student anymore. I'm your equal now.' He glanced away from the side of the road just long enough to give me a surprised look. 'You've always been my equal, Roza.

वह नहीं जानती थी कि क्या वह अकेले आगे बढ़ पाएगी, लेकिन फिर उसे एहसास हुआ कि अगर यह सपना नहीं था—और हे भगवान, यह कितना वास्तविक महसूस हो रहा था—तो जीवन में कोई जादुई ‘रोक’ नहीं थी। अगर वह सपने में अकेलेपन से नहीं निपट सकती थी, तो वह कभी जागते हुए भी नहीं निपट पाएगी।

She didnʹt know if she could carry on by herself, but then, she realized that if this wasnʹt a dream—and dear God, did it feel real—there was no magic ʺstopʺ in real life. If she couldnʹt deal with loneliness in a dream, she never would be able to while waking.

She didnʹt know if she could carry on by herself, but then, she realized that if this wasnʹt a dream—and dear God, did it feel real—there was no magic ʺstopʺ in real life. If she couldnʹt deal with loneliness in a dream, she never would be able to while waking.

मुस्कुराते हुए, मैं चौकोर मैदान को पार करते हुए कॉमन रूम की तरफ़ बढ़ चला। ज़िंदगी को लेकर मैं पिछले काफ़ी समय की तुलना में बेहतर महसूस कर रहा था। हम यह कर सकते थे, मैं और लिस्सा। हम दोनों मिलकर यह कर सकते थे।

Smiling, I cut across the quadrangle toward the commons. I felt better about life than I had in a very long time. We could do this, Lissa and me. We could do this together.

Smiling, I cut across the quadrangle toward the commons. I felt better about life than I had in a very long time. We could do this, Lissa and me. We could do this together.

तुम पागल नहीं होने वाली," मैंने दृढ़ता से कहा। "तुम जितनी सोचती हो, उससे कहीं ज्यादा मजबूत हो। अगली बार जब तुम्हें ऐसा महसूस हो, तो किसी ऐसी चीज़ पर ध्यान केंद्रित करना जो तुम्हें याद दिलाए कि तुम कौन हो।" "जैसे क्या? दिमाग में कोई जादुई चीज़ है क्या?" "जरूरी नहीं कि वह जादुई हो," मैंने कहा। मैंने अपना दिमाग पर जोर डाला। "ये लो।" मैंने सोने के क्रॉस वाला हार उतार दिया। "यह मेरे लिए हमेशा से मददगार रहा है। शायद तुम्हारे भी काम आ जाए।" मैंने उसे उसके हाथ में थमा दिया, इससे पहले कि मैं अपना हाथ पीछे खींचती, उसने मेरा हाथ कसकर पकड़ लिया।

You aren't going to go crazy," I said firmly. "You're stronger than you think. The next time you feel that way, find something to focus on, to remind you of who are." "Like what? Got some magic object in mind?" "Doesn't have to be magic," I said. I racked my brain. "Here." I unfastened the golden cross necklace. "This has always been good for me. Maybe it'll help you." I set it in his hand, but he caught hold of mine before I could pull back

You aren't going to go crazy," I said firmly. "You're stronger than you think. The next time you feel that way, find something to focus on, to remind you of who are." "Like what? Got some magic object in mind?" "Doesn't have to be magic," I said. I racked my brain. "Here." I unfastened the golden cross necklace. "This has always been good for me. Maybe it'll help you." I set it in his hand, but he caught hold of mine before I could pull back

क्या तुम उससे मिलने जाती हो?" मैंने यह मानने से इनकार करते हुए कहा कि मैं कल रात ही लिसा से मिलकर आई हूँ, "अब वह मेरी जिंदगी का हिस्सा नहीं है।" "अच्छा। तुम्हारी जिंदगी तो बस खतरनाक छिप-छिपकर किए जाने वाले मिशनों के इर्द-गिर्द घूमती है।" "तुम ऐसी किसी भी चीज़ को नहीं समझोगे जिसका नाता शराब पीने, सिगरेट पीने या ऐश करने से न हो।" उसने सिर हिलाया। "मुझे सिर्फ तुम्हारी तलाश है, रोज़।" "खैर, तुम यों ही सोचते रह सकते हो, पर तुम्हें अभी और इंतज़ार करना होगा।" उसने मुझसे पूछा, "कितनी देर और?" "मुझे नहीं मालूम।" एड्रियन के चेहरे पर उम्मीद की किरण खिल उठी। "यह अब तक की सबसे सकारात्मक बात है जो तुमने मुझसे कही है।"

Do you go see her?" "No," I said, refusing to acknowledge that I'd just seen Lissa last night. "That's not my life anymore." "Right. Your life is all about dangerous vigilante missions." "You wouldn't understand anything that isn't drinking, smoking, or womanizing." He shook his head. "You're the only one I want, Rose." "Well, you can keep feeling that way, but you're going to have to keep waiting." "Much longer?" He asked me. "I don't know." Hope blossomed on Adrian's face. "That's the most optimistic thing you've told me so far.

Do you go see her?" "No," I said, refusing to acknowledge that I'd just seen Lissa last night. "That's not my life anymore." "Right. Your life is all about dangerous vigilante missions." "You wouldn't understand anything that isn't drinking, smoking, or womanizing." He shook his head. "You're the only one I want, Rose." "Well, you can keep feeling that way, but you're going to have to keep waiting." "Much longer?" He asked me. "I don't know." Hope blossomed on Adrian's face. "That's the most optimistic thing you've told me so far.

ठंडी-ठंडी बर्फ़ीली चीज़ें... तुम्हें पता भी है, मुझे वो कितनी पसंद हैं? खास तौर पर चेरी।

Slushes. Do you know how much I love those? Cherry, especially.

Slushes. Do you know how much I love those? Cherry, especially.

मुझे एहसास हुआ कि आप प्यार के लिए ज़ोर नहीं डाल सकते। यह होता है या फिर नहीं होता। अगर यह नहीं है, तो आपको यह बात स्वीकार करनी आनी चाहिए। और अगर यह है, तो जिसे आप प्यार करते हैं उसे बचाने के लिए आपको जो भी करना पड़े, वह करना होगा।

You can't force love, I realized. It's there or it isn't. If it's not there, you've got to be able to admit it. If it is there, you've got to do whatever it takes to protect the ones you love.

You can't force love, I realized. It's there or it isn't. If it's not there, you've got to be able to admit it. If it is there, you've got to do whatever it takes to protect the ones you love.

ज़्यादातर मोरोइ की तरह जिल भी लंबी और छरहरे बदन की थी। उस जिस्म के साथ सीना भी नाज़ुक और कम उभार वाला था। और एंजेलिना का सीना... कुछ ज़्यादा ही भरा-पूरा था।

Jill was tall and slim, like most Moroi. With that figure came a modest chest. Angeline's chest...was not so modest.

Jill was tall and slim, like most Moroi. With that figure came a modest chest. Angeline's chest...was not so modest.

अरे, क्या तुमने कभी 'एल्केमिस्ट्स' के बारे में सुना है?" "ज़रूर," उसने कहा। "बेशक तुमने सुना होगा।" "क्यों? क्या तुम्हारा उनसे पाला पड़ा था?" "एक तरह से हाँ।" "तुमने क्या किया?" "तुम्हें ऐसा क्यों लगता है कि मैंने कुछ किया होगा?" वह हँसा। "एल्केमिस्ट्स तभी सामने आते हैं जब कोई मुसीबत आती है, और तुम जहाँ भी जाती हो, मुसीबत तुम्हारे पीछे-पीछे आती है। वैसे सावधान रहना, वे थोड़े धार्मिक सनकी हैं।" मैंने कहा, "यह कुछ ज़्यादा हो गया।" उसने आँख मारते हुए कहा, "मुझे तुम्हारा यह पापी अंदाज़ पसंद है।"

Hey, have you ever heard of the Alchemists? " "Sure, " he said. "Of course you have. " "Why? Did you run into them? " "Kind of. " "What'd you do? " "Why do you think I did anything? " He laughed. "Alchemists only show up when trouble happens, and you bring trouble wherever you go. Be careful, though. They're religious nuts." "That's kind of extreme," I said. "Just don't let them convert you." He winked. "I like you being the sinner you are.

Hey, have you ever heard of the Alchemists? " "Sure, " he said. "Of course you have. " "Why? Did you run into them? " "Kind of. " "What'd you do? " "Why do you think I did anything? " He laughed. "Alchemists only show up when trouble happens, and you bring trouble wherever you go. Be careful, though. They're religious nuts." "That's kind of extreme," I said. "Just don't let them convert you." He winked. "I like you being the sinner you are.

मैं तुम्हें बता रहा हूँ, मैं करना चाहता था। पर मुझे फंसाया गया था। तुम्हारे जैसे लोग ही जानते होंगे, गुटों के बीच फँसने का क्या हाल होता है।

I'm telling you, I wanted to. But I was trapped. You of all people should know what it's like being caught between groups

I'm telling you, I wanted to. But I was trapped. You of all people should know what it's like being caught between groups

डॉन के साथ हुई वह घटना मेरे जीवन के बेहतरीन पलों में से एक नहीं थी। मैंने सचमुच यह उम्मीद नहीं की थी कि उसे पेड़ पर धक्का देने से उसकी कोई हड्डी टूट जाएगी। फिर भी, उस घटना ने मुझे एक खतरनाक छवि दे दी थी। वह किस्सा एक किंवदंती बन चुका था, और मैं यह सोचकर मन ही मन खुश होता था कि आज भी देर रात कैंपफ़ायर के इर्द-गिर्द वही कहानियाँ दोहराई जाती होंगी। उस लड़की के चेहरे के हाव-भाव को देखकर लग रहा था कि वाकई ऐसा ही था।

The incident with Dawn hadn't been one of my finer moments. I honestly hadn't expected to break any bones when I shoved her into a tree. Still, the incident had given me a dangerous reputation. The story had gained legendary status, and I liked to imagine that it was still being told around campfires late at night. Judging by the look on the girl's face, it was.

The incident with Dawn hadn't been one of my finer moments. I honestly hadn't expected to break any bones when I shoved her into a tree. Still, the incident had given me a dangerous reputation. The story had gained legendary status, and I liked to imagine that it was still being told around campfires late at night. Judging by the look on the girl's face, it was.

वेश्याएँ मेरे लिए बेहद अहमियत रखती हैं।

I find prostitutes vastly important.

I find prostitutes vastly important.

नहीं... मेरा मतलब है, मुझे अफ़सोस है कि उसने... तुम जानते ही हो, तुमसे ऐसी बातें कहीं।" "यह एक 'अच्छे' परिवार का हिस्सा होने का नतीजा है। हर किसी के राज़ दबे होते हैं।"

No. . .I mean, I'm sorry he. . .You know, said those things to you." "It's part of being a 'good' family. Everyone's got skeletons in their closet.

No. . .I mean, I'm sorry he. . .You know, said those things to you." "It's part of being a 'good' family. Everyone's got skeletons in their closet.

"मुझे माफ़ करना" कहकर वो मेरे माथे पर एक चुंबन रखकर बोला, "तुम्हारी झूठ बोलने पर माफ़ी मत मांगना। तुम्हें उसके प्यार के लिए माफ़ी नहीं मांगनी चाहिए। यह तुम में से एक हिस्सा है, जिसे तुम्हें छोड़ना है, हाँ, लेकिन फिर भी वह तुम्हें यह बनाता है जो तुम हो।"

I'm sorry." "Be sorry you lied," he said, pressing a kiss to my forehead. "Don't be sorry you loved him. That's part of you, part you have to let go, yeah, but still something that's made you who you are.

I'm sorry." "Be sorry you lied," he said, pressing a kiss to my forehead. "Don't be sorry you loved him. That's part of you, part you have to let go, yeah, but still something that's made you who you are.

मैंने अपनी छाती पर बाहें बाँध लीं। "क्या तुम रास्ता भटक गई हो, छोटी बच्ची? प्राइमरी स्कूल तो वेस्ट कैंपस की तरफ़ है।" उसके गालों पर गुलाबी लाचारी सी छा गई। "मुझे दोबारा छूने की हिम्मत मत करना। अगर मुझसे पंगा लिया, तो मैं भी तुम्हें नहीं छोड़ूँगी।" ओह, क्या शानदार शुरुआत थी वह।

I crossed my arms over my chest. "Are you lost, little girl? The elementary school's over on west campus." A pink flush spread over her cheeks. "Don't you ever touch me again. You screw with me, I'll screw you right back." Oh man, what an opening that was.

I crossed my arms over my chest. "Are you lost, little girl? The elementary school's over on west campus." A pink flush spread over her cheeks. "Don't you ever touch me again. You screw with me, I'll screw you right back." Oh man, what an opening that was.

अभी तक तो मुझे अपने और किसी नौटंकी वाले ठग में कोई खास फर्क नज़र नहीं आ रहा है।

So far I’m not seeing a lot of difference between me and a carnival con-man.

So far I’m not seeing a lot of difference between me and a carnival con-man.

जब वह तीसरी बार गई और एक बड़ा सा बक्सा लेकर लौटी, तो मुझे गुस्सा आने लगा। मैंने उसे अपने हाथ में लेते हुए पूछा, "यह क्या है?" ऐसा लग रहा था मानो इसमें ईंटें भरी हों। पॉल ने मुझसे कहा, "दादी चाहती हैं कि तुम कुछ सामान ले चलो।" मैंने दा้า पीसते हुए कहा, "हाँ, पचास पाउंड वज़न उठाने के बाद मुझे यह बात समझ आ गई।"

When she left for a third time and returned with a giant box, I started to get irate. "What is this?" I demanded, taking it from her. It felt like it had bricks in it. "Grandmother needs you to carry some things," Paul told me. "Yes," I said through gritted teeth. "I sort of figured that out fifty pounds ago.

When she left for a third time and returned with a giant box, I started to get irate. "What is this?" I demanded, taking it from her. It felt like it had bricks in it. "Grandmother needs you to carry some things," Paul told me. "Yes," I said through gritted teeth. "I sort of figured that out fifty pounds ago.

"अच्छी होने से पहले पहले तो चीजें बदतर होती हैं, है ना?"

ʺThings are going to get worse before they get better, arenʹt they?ʺ

ʺThings are going to get worse before they get better, arenʹt they?ʺ

मुझे लगता है कि एड्रियन सचमुच तुम्हें पसंद करता है। मतलब, इस तरह से कि वह इस रिश्ते को लेकर गंभीर होना चाहता है।" "बिल्कुल नहीं। वह मुझे इस इरादे से पसंद करता है कि कैसे इस क्यूट धैम्पीर के कपड़े उतारे जाएँ।"

I think Adrian really likes you. Like, in a wanting-to-be-serious way." "Nope. He likes me in a wanting-to-get-the-clothes-off-the-cute-dhampir way.

I think Adrian really likes you. Like, in a wanting-to-be-serious way." "Nope. He likes me in a wanting-to-get-the-clothes-off-the-cute-dhampir way.

क्यों न यह देखा जाए कि ज़्यादा चमकदार क्या है—तुम्हारा औरा या सूरज?

Why not see which is brighter: your aura or the sun?

Why not see which is brighter: your aura or the sun?

मार्क ने अपनी घड़ी पर नज़र डाली और आह भरी। "सुनो, मुझे जाना होगा, लेकिन मैं गंभीर हूँ, रोज़। यहीं रुको। मुसीबत से दूर रहो। अगर स्ट्रिगोई तुम्हारे सामने आएं तो उनसे लड़ो, लेकिन अंधे होकर उन्हें मत ढूंढो। और खासतौर पर भूतों से दूर रहो।" एक ग्रोसरी स्टोर में यह बहुत सारी सलाह थी, इतनी सारी सलाह जिन पर अमल करना मेरे बस की बात नहीं लग रही थी।

Mark glanced at his watch and sighed. "Look, I have to go, but I'm serious, Rose. Stay here. Stay out of trouble. Fight Strigoi if they come to you, but don't go seeking them blindly. And definitely leave the ghosts alone. " It was a lot of advice to get in a grocery store, a lot of advice I wasn't sure I could follow.

Mark glanced at his watch and sighed. "Look, I have to go, but I'm serious, Rose. Stay here. Stay out of trouble. Fight Strigoi if they come to you, but don't go seeking them blindly. And definitely leave the ghosts alone. " It was a lot of advice to get in a grocery store, a lot of advice I wasn't sure I could follow.

“मा'म?” उसने ऊपर देखा, चश्मा ठीक करते हुए। “क्या? ओह, मुझे तुम याद हैं। मिस मेलबर्न।” “मेलरोस,” मैंने सुधार किया। “क्या आप निश्चित हैं? मुझे लगा था कि आपकी नाम ऑस्ट्रेलिया में किसी जगह से लिया गया है।” “दरअसल, मेरा नाम सिडनी है,” मैंने कहा, यह नहीं पता कि उसे प्रोत्साहित करना चाहिए या नहीं।

„Ma'am?“ She glanced up at me, pushing her glasses up her nose as she did. “Hmm? Oh, I remember you. Miss Melbourne.“ “Melrose,“ I corrected. “Are you sure? I could've sworn you were named after someplace in Australia.“ „Well, my first name is Sydney,“ I said, not sure if I should be encouraging her.

„Ma'am?“ She glanced up at me, pushing her glasses up her nose as she did. “Hmm? Oh, I remember you. Miss Melbourne.“ “Melrose,“ I corrected. “Are you sure? I could've sworn you were named after someplace in Australia.“ „Well, my first name is Sydney,“ I said, not sure if I should be encouraging her.

तुम मज़बूत हो—बहुत, बहुत ज़्यादा मज़बूत हो। इसीलिए मैं तुमसे प्यार करता हूँ।

You're strong—you're so, so strong. It's why I love you.

You're strong—you're so, so strong. It's why I love you.

आह, वे दोनों! लड़ाई में उतरें तो जानलेवा, और एक-दूसरे के सामने आ जाएं तो पिघल जाते हैं।

Ah, those two. In a fight, they’re lethal. Around each other, they melt.

Ah, those two. In a fight, they’re lethal. Around each other, they melt.

रोलन ने पूछा, "तुम यहाँ नहीं हो ना?" विक्टोरिया ने कहा, "रोज़ यहाँ घूमने आई है। वह परिवार की दोस्त है।" उसने कहा, "ओह! मुझे याद आ गया, मैंने तुम्हारे बारे में सुना था। मुझे अंदाज़ा नहीं था कि स्ट्रिगोई की इतनी खतरनाक कातिल इतनी खूबसूरत होगी।" मैंने रूखेपन से कहा, "यह काम की शर्तों में शामिल है।"

You're new here, aren't you?" Rolan asked. "Rose is visiting. She's a friend of the family." Viktoria said. "Ah," he said. "Now I remember hearing about you. I had no idea such a fierce Strigoi killer would be so beautiful." "It's part of the job description," I said dryly.

You're new here, aren't you?" Rolan asked. "Rose is visiting. She's a friend of the family." Viktoria said. "Ah," he said. "Now I remember hearing about you. I had no idea such a fierce Strigoi killer would be so beautiful." "It's part of the job description," I said dryly.

तुम्हारी बालें भी कितनी सुंदर थीं। तुम सब। जब हम पहली बार मिले थे तब तुम अद्भुत थे, और किसी तरह, अजीब तरह से, तुम और भी आगे बढ़ गए। तुम हमेशा से ही शुद्ध, कच्ची ऊर्जा रही हो, और अब तुम उसे नियंत्रित कर रही हो। तुम सबसे अद्भुत महिला हस्ती हो जिससे कभी भी मिला हूँ, और मुझे तुम्हारे जीवन में उस प्रेम को पाकर खुशी है। मैंने उसे खोने पर बहुत पछतावा किया है। वह विचार में डूब गया। "मैं कुछ भी—कुछ भी—दुनिया से बदल लूंगा, बस तुम्हारे आगोश में वापस जा कर देख सकूँ कि लिसा मुझे वापस लाए। तुम्हारे साथ जीवन बिता सकूँ। यह बहुत देर हो गई है, बेशक, लेकिन मैंने इसे स्वीकार कर लिया है।"

ʺYour hair was beautiful too. All of you. You were amazing when we first met, and somehow, inexplicably, youʹve come even farther. Youʹve always been pure, raw energy, and now you control it. Youʹre the most amazing woman Iʹve ever met, and Iʹm glad to have had that love for you in my life. I regret losing it.ʺ He grew pensive. ʺI would give anything—anything—in the world to go back and change history. To run into your arms after Lissa brought me back. To have a life with you. Itʹs too late, of course, but Iʹve accepted it.ʺ

ʺYour hair was beautiful too. All of you. You were amazing when we first met, and somehow, inexplicably, youʹve come even farther. Youʹve always been pure, raw energy, and now you control it. Youʹre the most amazing woman Iʹve ever met, and Iʹm glad to have had that love for you in my life. I regret losing it.ʺ He grew pensive. ʺI would give anything—anything—in the world to go back and change history. To run into your arms after Lissa brought me back. To have a life with you. Itʹs too late, of course, but Iʹve accepted it.ʺ

जब पहाड़ों की बर्फ़ीली ढलानों पर प्यार और जलन टकराएंगे, तो विंटर ब्रेक जानलेवा साबित होगा

When Love And Jealousy Collide On The Slopes, Winter Break Turns Deadly

When Love And Jealousy Collide On The Slopes, Winter Break Turns Deadly

वह लगभग नग्न ही था, बस मैंने अभी तक उसके बॉक्सर नहीं उतारे थे। (वे सिल्क के थे क्योंकि, सच कहूँ तो एड्रियन कुछ और पहनता भी क्यों?)

He was almost naked too, but I hadn't quite gotten to his boxers yet. (They were silk because, honestly what else would Adrian wear?)

He was almost naked too, but I hadn't quite gotten to his boxers yet. (They were silk because, honestly what else would Adrian wear?)

लिसा ने अचानक कहा, "जानीन हाथवे ने मेरा गार्डियन बनने की पेशकश की थी।" "जानीन हाथवे?" तातियाना की भौहें माथे तक पहुँच गईं। "मुझे यकीन है कि उसकी और भी कई ज़िम्मेदारियाँ होंगी। नहीं, हमारे पास उससे बेहतर विकल्प हैं।" जानीन हाथवे से बेहतर विकल्प? नामुमकिन। दिमित्री से पहले, मेरी माँ ही वह पैमाना थीं जिससे मैं हर बहादुरी को मापती थी।

Janine Hathaway offered to be my guardian, " said Lissa suddenly. "Janine Hathaway?" Tatiana's eyebrows rose nearly to her hairline. "I'm sure she has other commitments. No, we've got much better choices." A better choice than Janine Hathaway? Not likely. Before Dimitri, my mother had been the gold standard by which I measured all badassedness.

Janine Hathaway offered to be my guardian, " said Lissa suddenly. "Janine Hathaway?" Tatiana's eyebrows rose nearly to her hairline. "I'm sure she has other commitments. No, we've got much better choices." A better choice than Janine Hathaway? Not likely. Before Dimitri, my mother had been the gold standard by which I measured all badassedness.

मैं एक अच्छा दोस्त बन सकता हूँ, या एक बुरा दुश्मन।

I can be a good friend, or a bad enemy.

I can be a good friend, or a bad enemy.

क्या अपने दिल की सुनने का मतलब यह होगा कि रोज़ हमेशा के लिए अपनी सबसे अच्छी दोस्त को खो देगी?

What If Following Her Heart Means Rose Could Lose Her Best Friend Forever?

What If Following Her Heart Means Rose Could Lose Her Best Friend Forever?

मुझे खेद है, मैडम," मैंने कहा। सच कहूँ तो, मुझे समझ नहीं आ रहा था कि इसके आगे क्या कहूँ। मैंने अपना पूरा हफ्ता इंसानों को बचाने की एक महागाथा जैसी जंग में बिताया था, और अब... डेनिम के शॉर्ट्स?

I’m sorry ma’am,” I said. Really, I had no idea what else to say. I’d spent the weekend caught up in an epic battle to save humanity, and now… jean shorts?

I’m sorry ma’am,” I said. Really, I had no idea what else to say. I’d spent the weekend caught up in an epic battle to save humanity, and now… jean shorts?

अरे वाह! यह जगह सही लग रही है। हम एक ऊँचे, कटीले तारों वाले बाड़े के सामने रुके, जिस पर एक बहुत बड़ा बोर्ड लगा था: प्राइवेट प्रॉपर्टी—बिना अनुमति के अंदर आना मना है। अक्षर लाल रंग के थे, शायद यह जताने के लिए कि वे कितने गंभीर हैं। व्यक्तिगत तौर पर, मैं अपनी बात पर ज़ोर देने के लिए वहाँ एक खोपड़ी और दो हड्डियों का निशान भी लगा देती।

Oh, hey. This looks promising. " We came to a stop before a high, barbwire fence with an enormous PRIVATE PROPERTY--NO UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ALLOWED sign on it. The lettering was red, apparently to emphasize how serious they were. Personally, I would have added a skull and crossbones to really drive the message home.

Oh, hey. This looks promising. " We came to a stop before a high, barbwire fence with an enormous PRIVATE PROPERTY--NO UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ALLOWED sign on it. The lettering was red, apparently to emphasize how serious they were. Personally, I would have added a skull and crossbones to really drive the message home.

"मैं इसके लायक नहीं हूँ," मैंने कहा। मैं अभी इंसान हूँ, लेकिन मैं समझती हूँ कि कैटर कितनी शक्तिशाली दिव्य प्राणी था। "मुझे इतनी सम्मान के लायक नहीं होना चाहिए।" उसने अपना हाथ बढ़ाया और मेरी पलक को उठाकर कहा, “तुम हो, जार्जिनिया। और अगर तुम अभी मुझे नहीं मानती, तो खुद को बेहतर बनाने की कोशिश करो। अपना जीवन जियो, दयालु रहो, उन लोगों से प्यार करो जिन्हें तुम जानते हो, और उन लोगों से भी जो तुम्हें नहीं जानते। अपने आत्मा के लायक बनो।" एक आँसू छलक गया, मेरे गाल से नीचे गिरा, और शायद मेरी सांसारिक मस्कारा को भी खराब कर दिया। “धन्यवाद, कैटर। मेरे लिए सब कुछ के लिए धन्यवाद।”

I'm not worthy of that," I said. I might be human now, but I understand how powerful a heavenly creature Carter was. "I don't deserve that much regard." He reached out and tipped my chin up. "You do, Georgina. And if you don't believe me now, then strive to be. Live you life. Be kind. Love those you know. Love those you don't know. be worthy of your soul." A tear escaped, rolling down my cheek and probably messing up my mortal mascara. "Thank you, Carter. Thank you for everything.

I'm not worthy of that," I said. I might be human now, but I understand how powerful a heavenly creature Carter was. "I don't deserve that much regard." He reached out and tipped my chin up. "You do, Georgina. And if you don't believe me now, then strive to be. Live you life. Be kind. Love those you know. Love those you don't know. be worthy of your soul." A tear escaped, rolling down my cheek and probably messing up my mortal mascara. "Thank you, Carter. Thank you for everything.

मुझे यही तो कहना था।

That's what I was supposed to say.

That's what I was supposed to say.

उसके होठों पर मुस्कान की एक हल्की सी झलक उभरी। 'तुम हमेशा से समझदारी की बात करती हो। बस कभी-कभी खुद की भी सुन लिया करो।'

The ghost of a smile flickered across his lips. ‘You’re always the voice of reason. Just try listening to yourself once in a while.

The ghost of a smile flickered across his lips. ‘You’re always the voice of reason. Just try listening to yourself once in a while.

सपने, सपने। मैं उनमें चलती हूँ; मैं उनमें जीती हूँ। मैं खुद को उन्हीं के धोखे में रखती हूँ। यह किसी चमत्कार से कम नहीं कि अब मुझे हकीकत पहचान में आ जाती है।"... उसने एक लंबी साँस लेते हुए मुझसे मुँह फेर लिया। "मुझे एक ड्रिंक चाहिए।"... "अरे वाह! इससे तो सब ठीक हो जाएगा। मुझे खुशी है कि इस पागल हो चुकी दुनिया में तुम्हारी पुरानी आदतें अभी भी कायम हैं।"... उसने पूछा, "तुम मुझसे क्या उम्मीद करती हो?" "तुम... तुम... खैर, अब जबकि तुम यहाँ आ ही गए हो, तुम हमारी मदद कर सकते हो। इसके अलावा, जिस लड़के से हम मिल रहे हैं, वह भी स्पिरिट यूज़र है।"... "हाँ, बिल्कुल! मैं यही तो चाहता हूँ। अपनी गर्लफ्रेंड को उसका पुराना बॉयफ्रेंड वापस दिलाने में मदद करना।" उसने फिर से मुँह फेर लिया, और मैंने उसे बुदबुदाते हुए सुना, "मुझे दो ड्रिंक चाहिए।"

Dreams, dreams. I walk them; I live them. I delude myself with them. It's a wonder I can spot reality anymore."... He turned from me with a sigh. "I need a drink."... "Oh, good. That'll fix everything. I'm glad in a world gone mad, you've still got your old standbys."... "What do you expect me to do?" he asked. "You could... You could... Well, now that you're here, you could help us. Plus, this guy we're meeting. He's another spirit user."... "Yeah, that's exactly what I want. To help my girlfriend get her old boyfriend back. " He turned away again, and I heard him mutter, "I need two drinks."

Dreams, dreams. I walk them; I live them. I delude myself with them. It's a wonder I can spot reality anymore."... He turned from me with a sigh. "I need a drink."... "Oh, good. That'll fix everything. I'm glad in a world gone mad, you've still got your old standbys."... "What do you expect me to do?" he asked. "You could... You could... Well, now that you're here, you could help us. Plus, this guy we're meeting. He's another spirit user."... "Yeah, that's exactly what I want. To help my girlfriend get her old boyfriend back. " He turned away again, and I heard him mutter, "I need two drinks."

"क्या सचमुच हम के आस-पास होना इतना बुरा है?" मैं लाल हो गया। "नहीं," मैंने कहा, "लेकिन...यह जटिल है। मुझे जीवन भर कुछ बातें सिखाई गई हैं, जिन्हें बदलना मुश्किल है।" "इतिहास में सबसे बड़े बदलावों का कारण लोगों ने दूसरों के कहे निर्देशों को त्यागने की क्षमता ही रही है।"

Is it really so terrible being around us?" I blushed. "No," I said. "But . . . it's complicated. I've been taught certain things my entire life. Those are hard to shake." "The greatest changes in history have come because people were able to shake off what others told them to do.

Is it really so terrible being around us?" I blushed. "No," I said. "But . . . it's complicated. I've been taught certain things my entire life. Those are hard to shake." "The greatest changes in history have come because people were able to shake off what others told them to do.

मैंने साँस रोककर कहा, "तुम एक धैम्पीर हो।" उसने मज़ाकिया अंदाज़ में कहा, "और तुम भी।" "हाँ, पर मुझे तो बस लगा..." "कि मैं इंसान हूँ? उन काटों के निशानों की वजह से?" "हाँ," मैंने बिना झुठलाए मान लिया, झूठ बोलने का कोई फायदा नहीं था। उसने कहा, "हम सबको जीने के लिए संघर्ष करना पड़ता है," और धैम्पीर लोग अपने लिए रास्ता निकालना अच्छे से जानते हैं।

You're a Dhampir," I breathed. "So are you." he teased. "Yeah, but I just thought—" "That I was human? Because of the bite marks?" "Yeah." I admitted, No point in lying. "We all have to survive," he said "And dhamphirs are good at figuring ways out to.

You're a Dhampir," I breathed. "So are you." he teased. "Yeah, but I just thought—" "That I was human? Because of the bite marks?" "Yeah." I admitted, No point in lying. "We all have to survive," he said "And dhamphirs are good at figuring ways out to.

मोरोइ तो बच्चों को भी लाइसेंस नहीं देते, सेज।

Note even Moroi give licenses to infants, Sage.

Note even Moroi give licenses to infants, Sage.

चलो! अपनी पूरी ताकत लगाओ, पीछे मत हटो," क्रिश्चियन ने कहा। "मैं ऐसा नहीं कर रही," लिसा ने विरोध किया। "बिल्कुल कर रही हो! मैंने तुम्हें इससे ज़्यादा ज़ोर से दरवाज़े पर दस्तक देते देखा है।" "यह एक बेतुका मज़ाक है।" "और," उसने आगे कहा, "तुम मेरे चेहरे पर निशाना ही नहीं लगा रही हो।" "मैं कोई निशान नहीं छोड़ना चाहती!" "खैर, जिस रफ़्तार से हम मार रहे हैं, उससे तो ऐसा कोई खतरा नहीं है," उसने बड़बड़ाते हुए कहा

Come on! Don't hold back," Christian said. "I'm not, " Lissa protested. "You are too! I've seen you knock on a door harder than you're hitting me. " "That's a ridiculous metaphor. " "And, " he added, "you aren't aiming for my face. " "I don't want to leave a mark!" "Well, at the rate we're going, there's no danger of that, " he muttered

Come on! Don't hold back," Christian said. "I'm not, " Lissa protested. "You are too! I've seen you knock on a door harder than you're hitting me. " "That's a ridiculous metaphor. " "And, " he added, "you aren't aiming for my face. " "I don't want to leave a mark!" "Well, at the rate we're going, there's no danger of that, " he muttered

"ठीक है," मैंने बस इतना कहा, जैसे ही मैं ज़मीन पर गिर गया, "देखते हैं तुम क्या करने में सक्षम हो।"

All right," I managed to say, just before I crumpled to the floor. "Let's see what you've got.

All right," I managed to say, just before I crumpled to the floor. "Let's see what you've got.

परेशान मत हो, छोटी धैम्पीर। भले ही तुम बादलों से घिरी हो, लेकिन मेरे लिए तुम हमेशा धूप की तरह रहोगी।

Don't worry, little dhampir. You might be surrounded by clouds, but you'll always be like sunshine to me.

Don't worry, little dhampir. You might be surrounded by clouds, but you'll always be like sunshine to me.

रोज़ ने एक बार मुझे एक कविता के बारे में बताया था जो उसने पढ़ी थी। उसमें एक पंक्ति थी—'अगर तुम्हारी आँखें खुली न होतीं, तो तुम सपने देखने और जागने के बीच का फर्क नहीं समझ पाते।' जानते हो मुझे किस बात से डर लगता है? कि एक दिन, आँखें खुली होने के बावजूद, मैं शायद वह फर्क कभी न समझ पाऊँ।

Rose once told me about this poem she’d read. There was this line, ‘If your eyes weren’t open, you wouldn’t know the difference between dreaming and waking.’ You know what I’m afraid of? That someday, even with my eyes open, I still won’t know.

Rose once told me about this poem she’d read. There was this line, ‘If your eyes weren’t open, you wouldn’t know the difference between dreaming and waking.’ You know what I’m afraid of? That someday, even with my eyes open, I still won’t know.

मुझे याद नहीं कि तुम पहले कभी इतने समझदार रहे हो," लिसा ने कहा। "ऐसा इसलिए क्योंकि 'समझदार' होने की सबकी अपनी-अपनी परिभाषा होती है। बस मेरी परिभाषा को लोग गलत समझ लेते हैं, और कुछ नहीं।" क्रिश्चियन की आवाज़ में एक अजीब सा गर्व था। "मुझे लगता है कि तुम्हें बहुत से लोग गलत समझते होंगे," वह हंस पड़ी। उसकी आँखें लिसा की आँखों में टिकी थीं, और उसके चेहरे की मुस्कान किसी ज़्यादा गर्मजोशी और कोमलता में बदल गई। "खैर, उम्मीद है कि इस बात का कोई गलत मतलब नहीं निकाला जाएगा। वरना, शायद मुझे थप्पड़ खाना पड़ जाए।" आगे झुक कर उसने अपने होंठ उसके होंठों से लगा दिए। लिसा ने बिना किसी झिझक या सोच-विचार के तुरंत जवाब दिया, और उस मीठे से चुंबन में पूरी तरह खो गई।

I don't remember you being this reasonable before, " Lissa said. "It's because everyone has different definitions of 'reasonable. ' Mine's just misunderstood, that's all. " Christian's voice was lofty. "I think you must be misunderstood a lot, " she laughed. His eyes held hers, and the smile on his face transformed into something warmer and softer. "Well, I hope this isn't misunderstood. Otherwise, I might get punched. " Leaning over, he brought his lips to hers. Lissa responded with no hesitation or thought whatsoever, losing herself in the sweetness of the kiss.

I don't remember you being this reasonable before, " Lissa said. "It's because everyone has different definitions of 'reasonable. ' Mine's just misunderstood, that's all. " Christian's voice was lofty. "I think you must be misunderstood a lot, " she laughed. His eyes held hers, and the smile on his face transformed into something warmer and softer. "Well, I hope this isn't misunderstood. Otherwise, I might get punched. " Leaning over, he brought his lips to hers. Lissa responded with no hesitation or thought whatsoever, losing herself in the sweetness of the kiss.

तर्कसंगत गणना के आधार पर होने वाला क्रोध, अंधा क्रोध से ज़्यादा ख़तरनाक होता है।

anger based on calculated reason is more dangerous than anger based on blind hate

anger based on calculated reason is more dangerous than anger based on blind hate

मैंने पर्ची खोली और एड्रियन की लिखावट समझने में मुझे कुछ सेकंड लग गए। अगर उसने मुझे डेट पर चलने के लिए वाकई लिखा था, तो मुझे सच में उम्मीद थी कि उसने टाइप किया होता।

I unfolded the note, and it took me a few seconds to decipher Adrian’s writing. If he did write me a dating proposal, I really hoped he would type it.

I unfolded the note, and it took me a few seconds to decipher Adrian’s writing. If he did write me a dating proposal, I really hoped he would type it.

यह सब इसके काबिल था। तुम बहुत... खुश लग रही थीं।

It was worth it. You looked... happy.

It was worth it. You looked... happy.

...और मुझे एक मध्य आयु वर्ग के मोरोई के पास जाने का इशारा किया, जिसने बहुत ही फॉर्मल और डिज़ाइनर काला सूट पहना हुआ था। उस सूट को देखकर ऐसा लग रहा था मानो वह चीख-चीख कर कह रहा हो, महारानी के निधन का मुझे बेहद अफसोस है, और अपना दुख जताते हुए भी मैं स्टाइलिश लगूंगा

...and motioned me toward a spot next to a middle-aged Moroi in a very formal and very designer black suit. The suit screamed, I'm sorry the queen is dead, and I'm going to look fashionable while showing my grief

...and motioned me toward a spot next to a middle-aged Moroi in a very formal and very designer black suit. The suit screamed, I'm sorry the queen is dead, and I'm going to look fashionable while showing my grief

मैंने उससे बेहतर इंसान बनने की कोशिश की थी - ताकि उसे मुझ पर फ़सा रहे, ताकि वो मुझे चाहती रहे। पर जब तुम आसपास हो तो मैं बेहतर बनवाना चाहता हूँ, क्योंकि... क्योंकि ये सहज लगता है, क्योंकि मैं चाहता हूँ। तुम मुझे कुछ और बनने के लिए प्रेरित करती हो, खुद से बेहतर बनने के लिए। मैं आगे बढ़ना चाहता हूँ, तुम्हारा हर काम, हर बात, हर निगाह मुझे प्रेरित करती है। जब मैं तुम्हें देखता हूँ, तो तुम जैसे... जैसे प्रकाश को मांस में बदल दिया गया हो। […] तुम्हें अंदाज़ा भी नहीं होगा कि तुम कितनी खूबसूरत हो और तुम कितनी चमक बिखेरती हो।

I tried to be a better person for her– but it was to impress her, to get her to want me. But when I’m around you, I want to be better because… well, because it feels right. Because I want to. You make me want to become something greater than myself. I want to excel. You inspire me in every act, every word, every glance. I look at you, and you’re like… like light made into flesh. […] You have no clue how beautiful you are or how brightly you shine.

I tried to be a better person for her– but it was to impress her, to get her to want me. But when I’m around you, I want to be better because… well, because it feels right. Because I want to. You make me want to become something greater than myself. I want to excel. You inspire me in every act, every word, every glance. I look at you, and you’re like… like light made into flesh. […] You have no clue how beautiful you are or how brightly you shine.

वहाँ खाने-पीने की भरमार थी, और कोई मोरोई लड़का गिटार लेकर अपनी संगीत की कला से लड़कियों को इंप्रेस करने की कोशिश कर रहा था—जो कि बिल्कुल भी नहीं थी। बल्कि, उसका संगीत इतना भयानक था कि शायद उसने स्ट्रिगोई को मारने का कोई नया तरीका खोज लिया था।

There were drinks and food in full force, and some Moroi guy had a guitar out and was trying to impress girls with his musical skills—which were nonexistent. In fact, his music was so awful that he might have discovered a new way to kill Strigoi.

There were drinks and food in full force, and some Moroi guy had a guitar out and was trying to impress girls with his musical skills—which were nonexistent. In fact, his music was so awful that he might have discovered a new way to kill Strigoi.

मैंने उसे पहले भी लड़ते देखा था, लेकिन वह अंदाज़ कभी पुराना नहीं लगता था। वह सम्मोहक था। वह कभी रुकता नहीं था। उसका हर वार बेहद खूबसूरत और साथ ही घातक होता था। वह मौत का एक नर्तक था।

I’d seen him fight before, but it never got old. He was captivating. He never stopped moving. Every action was graceful and lethal. He was a dancer of death.

I’d seen him fight before, but it never got old. He was captivating. He never stopped moving. Every action was graceful and lethal. He was a dancer of death.

एब का साथ बैठा था एड्रियन इवाश्कोव—जो मेरा लगभग-लगभग प्रेमी था। एड्रियन एक शाही मोरोई था—और लिसा की तरह ही स्पिरिट यूजर था। जब से हम पहली बार मिले थे, वह मेरे पीछे पागल था (और अक्सर बस वैसे ही पागल रहता था)

Sitting beside Abe was Adrian Ivashkov--my more-or-less boyfriend. Adrian was a royal Moroi--and another spirit user like Lissa. He'd been crazy about me (and often just crazy) ever since we first met

Sitting beside Abe was Adrian Ivashkov--my more-or-less boyfriend. Adrian was a royal Moroi--and another spirit user like Lissa. He'd been crazy about me (and often just crazy) ever since we first met

तुम्हारी सच्चाई झूठ से भी बदतर है।

Your truths are worse than your lies.

Your truths are worse than your lies.

"तुमने मुझे अनगिनत बार डेट के लिए पूछा है।" "ऐसा नहीं है। मैंने अनुचित बातें की हैं और अक्सर नग्नता को बढ़ावा दिया है। लेकिन मैंने कभी तुम्हें किसी असली डेट पर नहीं बुलाया।

You've asked me out tons of times." "Not really. I've made inappropriate suggestions and frequently pushed for nudity. But I've never asked you out on a real date.

You've asked me out tons of times." "Not really. I've made inappropriate suggestions and frequently pushed for nudity. But I've never asked you out on a real date.

पर मैं तो बस वहाँ जाकर उसकी बिल्लियों के साथ चाय पार्टी कर रही हूँगी या जो कुछ भी उसके दिमाग में चल रहा हो।" एड्रियन

But I’m just going to be out there having a tea party with her cats or whatever it is she has in mind." Adrian

But I’m just going to be out there having a tea party with her cats or whatever it is she has in mind." Adrian

सिडनी ने आह भरी और खड़ी हो गई, और निराशा के साथ अपने सिकुड़े हुए कपड़ों को ठीक करने लगी। "मुझे किसी कॉफी शॉप या वैसी ही किसी जगह की जरूरत है।" "मुझे लगता है कि मैंने रास्ते में किसी गुफा में ऐसी कोई जगह देखी थी," मैंने कहा। मेरी इस बात पर उसके चेहरे पर हल्की सी मुस्कान आ ही गई

Sydney sighed and stood up, smoothing her rumpled clothes with dismay. ʺI need a coffee shop or something.ʺ ʺI think I saw one in a cave down the road,ʺ I said. That almost got a smile from her

Sydney sighed and stood up, smoothing her rumpled clothes with dismay. ʺI need a coffee shop or something.ʺ ʺI think I saw one in a cave down the road,ʺ I said. That almost got a smile from her

सलाह देने से सलाह लेने से कहीं ज़्यादा मुश्किल होता है।

Giving advice was a lot harder than following it.

Giving advice was a lot harder than following it.

व्लादिमीर ने महान काम किए—तो क्या वह नहीं कर सकती। इसके अलावा, वे पहले आते हैं, है ना?" "हमेशा नहीं।" मैं टकटकी लगाए देखती रह गई। मुझे बचपन से यही सिखाया गया था कि वे पहले आते हैं। सभी गार्डियन यही मानते थे। सिर्फ वही डैम्पियर इस बात को नहीं मानते थे जो अपने कर्तव्य से भाग गए थे। उसने जो कहा वह लगभग देशद्रोह जैसा था। "रोज़, कभी-कभी तुम्हें यह जानना होता है कि खुद को पहले कब रखना है।

Vladimir did great things—so could she. Besides, they come first, right?" "Not always." I stared. I'd had they come first drilled into me since I was a child. It was what all guardians believed. Only the dhampirs who'd run away from their duty didn't subscribe to that. What he said was almost like treason. "Sometimes, Rose, you have to know when to put yourself first.

Vladimir did great things—so could she. Besides, they come first, right?" "Not always." I stared. I'd had they come first drilled into me since I was a child. It was what all guardians believed. Only the dhampirs who'd run away from their duty didn't subscribe to that. What he said was almost like treason. "Sometimes, Rose, you have to know when to put yourself first.

मैं जानता हूँ कि तुम लोग हमारे बारे में क्या सोचते हैं। मैं बेवकूफ नहीं हूँ, और यकीन मानो, मैंने तुम्हें अपने दिमाग से निकालने की पूरी कोशिश की है। लेकिन दुनिया में इतनी शराब, कला या कोई अन्य भटकाव नहीं है जो ऐसा कर सके। मुझे वोल्फ की यहाँ जाना बंद करना पड़ेगा क्योंकि तुम्हारे इतने करीब रहना बहुत मुश्किल था, भले ही वह सब सिर्फ झूठी लड़ाई ही क्यों न हो। मुझे एक-दूसरे को छूना बर्दाश्त नहीं था। वह बहुत पीड़ादायक था क्योंकि उसका मेरे लिए मतलब था—और मैं जानता था कि तुम्हारे लिए उसका कोई मतलब नहीं था। मैं खुद से बार-बार दूर रहने को कहता था, और फिर कोई ना कोई बहाना ढूंढ लेता था... जैसे कार... तुम्हारे आस-पास रहने का कोई भी बहाना।

I know how you guys feel about us. I'm not stupid, and believe me, I've tried to get you out of my head. But there isn't enough liquor or art or any other distraction in the world to do it. I had to stop going to Wolfe's because it was too hard being that close to you, even if it was all just pretend fighting. I couldn't stand the touching. It was agonizing because it meant something to me-and I knew it meant nothing to you. I kept telling myself to stay away altogether, and then I'd find excuses… like the car… anything to be around you again.

I know how you guys feel about us. I'm not stupid, and believe me, I've tried to get you out of my head. But there isn't enough liquor or art or any other distraction in the world to do it. I had to stop going to Wolfe's because it was too hard being that close to you, even if it was all just pretend fighting. I couldn't stand the touching. It was agonizing because it meant something to me-and I knew it meant nothing to you. I kept telling myself to stay away altogether, and then I'd find excuses… like the car… anything to be around you again.

"यह कहाँ है?" मैंने पूछा। "लेक्सिंगटन, केंटकी।" "हे भगवान," मैंने कराहते हुए कहा। "बहामास क्यों नहीं? या कॉर्न पैलेस क्यों नहीं?" दिमित्री ने अपनी मुस्कान छिपाने की कोशिश की। हो सकता है वह मुझ पर हंस रहा हो, लेकिन अगर मेरे ऐसा कहने से उसका मूड थोड़ा ठीक हो गया था, तो मैं शुक्रगुजार थी। "अगर हम अभी निकल जाएं, तो सुबह होने से पहले हम उसके पास पहुँच सकते हैं।" मैंने चारों तरफ नजर दौड़ाई। "बड़ा मुश्किल फैसला है। बिजली और पानी की सुख-सुविधा छोड़कर यह सब अपना लूँ?" अब सिडनी मुस्कुरा उठी। "और शादी के प्रस्तावों से छुटकारा मिल जाएगा।" "और शायद हमें स्ट्रिगोई से भी लड़ना पड़े," दिमित्री ने जोड़ा। मैं उछलकर खड़ी हो गई। "हम कितनी जल्दी निकल सकते हैं?"

ʺWhere is it?ʺ I asked. ʺLexington, Kentucky.ʺ ʺOh for Godʹs sake,ʺ I moaned. ʺWhy not the Bahamas? Or the Corn Palace?ʺ Dimitri tried to hide a smile. It might have been at my expense, but if Iʹd lightened his mood, I was grateful. ʺIf we leave right now, we can reach him before morning.ʺ I glanced around. ʺTough choice. Leave all this for electricity and plumbing?ʺ Now Sydney grinned. ʺAnd no more marriage proposals.ʺ ʺAnd weʹll probably have to fight Strigoi,ʺ added Dimitri. I jumped to my feet. ʺHow soon can we go?ʺ

ʺWhere is it?ʺ I asked. ʺLexington, Kentucky.ʺ ʺOh for Godʹs sake,ʺ I moaned. ʺWhy not the Bahamas? Or the Corn Palace?ʺ Dimitri tried to hide a smile. It might have been at my expense, but if Iʹd lightened his mood, I was grateful. ʺIf we leave right now, we can reach him before morning.ʺ I glanced around. ʺTough choice. Leave all this for electricity and plumbing?ʺ Now Sydney grinned. ʺAnd no more marriage proposals.ʺ ʺAnd weʹll probably have to fight Strigoi,ʺ added Dimitri. I jumped to my feet. ʺHow soon can we go?ʺ

तुम मेरे मन में हमेशा के लिए अंकित हो। इस दुनिया में ऐसा कुछ भी नहीं है जो कभी इसे बदल पाएगा।

You're burned into my mind forever. There is nothing, nothing in this world that will ever change that.

You're burned into my mind forever. There is nothing, nothing in this world that will ever change that.

"नहीं," दिमित्री ने प्यार से बीच में टोकते हुए कहा। उसने अपना चेहरा मेरे करीब किया, हमारे माथे लगभग आपस में छू रहे थे। "तुम्हारे साथ ऐसा नहीं होगा। तुम बहुत मजबूत हो। तुम इसका मुकाबला करोगी, बिल्कुल वैसे ही जैसे तुमने इस बार किया।" "मैंने ऐसा सिर्फ इसलिए किया क्योंकि तुम यहाँ थे।" उसने अपनी बाँहें मेरे चारों ओर लपेट लीं, और मैंने अपना चेहरा उसके सीने में छिपा लिया। "मैं अकेले यह सब नहीं कर सकती," मैंने फुसफुसाया। "तुम कर सकती हो," उसने कहा। उसकी आवाज़ में एक कंपकंपी थी। "तुम मजबूत हो—बहुत, बहुत मजबूत हो। इसीलिए मैं तुमसे प्यार करता हूँ।"

No," Dimitri interrupted gently. He moved his face toward mine, our foreheads nearly touching. "It won't happen to you. You're too strong. You'll fight it, just like you did this time." "I only did because you were here." He wrapped his arms around me, and I buried my face in his chest. "I can't do it by myself," I whispered. "You can," he said. There was a tremulous note in his voice. "You're strong—you're so, so strong. It's why I love you.

No," Dimitri interrupted gently. He moved his face toward mine, our foreheads nearly touching. "It won't happen to you. You're too strong. You'll fight it, just like you did this time." "I only did because you were here." He wrapped his arms around me, and I buried my face in his chest. "I can't do it by myself," I whispered. "You can," he said. There was a tremulous note in his voice. "You're strong—you're so, so strong. It's why I love you.

बेशक मैं उस पर चढ़ सकता हूँ। पीई (शारीरिक शिक्षा) में तो मैं लगभग एक जीनियस हूँ," मैंने बात स्पष्ट की। "सवाल यह है कि क्या तुम चढ़ सकती हो, मिस्टर स्मोकर?

Of course I can climb it. I'm practically a progidy in PE," I pointed out. "The question is, can you, Mr Smoker?

Of course I can climb it. I'm practically a progidy in PE," I pointed out. "The question is, can you, Mr Smoker?

"स्पिरिट यूजर कौन है?" रॉबर्ट ने पूछा। "पूर्व स्पिरिट यूजर," विक्टर ने कहा, "वह इससे बचने के लिए स्ट्रिगोई बन गई थी।" "हाँ... इस बात का आकर्षण हमेशा से रहा है... जीने के लिए मारो, मारने के लिए जियो। अमरता और इन जंजीरों से आजादी, लेकिन ओह, कितना कुछ खोना पड़ता है..." रॉबर्ट ने कहा।

ʺWho′s a spirit user?ʺ said Robert. ʺFormer spirit user,ʺ said Victor, ʺShe became a Strigoi to get away from it.ʺ ʺYes . . . always a lure to that . . . kill to live, live to kill. Immortality and freedom from these chains, but oh, what a loss . . .ʺ said Robert.

ʺWho′s a spirit user?ʺ said Robert. ʺFormer spirit user,ʺ said Victor, ʺShe became a Strigoi to get away from it.ʺ ʺYes . . . always a lure to that . . . kill to live, live to kill. Immortality and freedom from these chains, but oh, what a loss . . .ʺ said Robert.

यह आखरी बात थी जिसकी मैं उम्मीद करती थी। तुमने मेरी ज़िंदगी तबाह की और फिर मुझे कुछ प्रेरणादायक दर्शन थोप दिए।

This was the last thing I expected. You destroy my life and then feed me some inspiratonal philosophy.

This was the last thing I expected. You destroy my life and then feed me some inspiratonal philosophy.

रुको। तुम्हें लगता है कि मैं मरने वाली हूँ? इसलिए तुमने मेरे साथ संबंध बनाए?

Wait. You think I'm going to die? That's why you slept with me?

Wait. You think I'm going to die? That's why you slept with me?

काश, कोई ऐसा होता जो मेरे दिमाग में चलने वाली कुछ बातों को समझ पाता।

It'd be nice to have someone who understood some of the things that went on in my head.

It'd be nice to have someone who understood some of the things that went on in my head.

क्रिश्चियन उसके पास ही लेट गया और उसे अपने करीब खींच लिया। "पर जो भी हो, मुझे लगता है कि तुम भी एक बेहतरीन महारानी बनोगी, राजकुमारी ड्रैगोमिर।" "तुम्हारे कपड़े गंदे हो जाएंगे," उसने चेतावनी दी। "पहले से ही गंदे हैं। ओह, तुम्हारा मतलब तुम्हारे कपड़ों से है?" उसने बिना इस बात की परवाह किए कि वह गीली और कीचड़ से सनी हुई है, अपनी बाहें उसके चारों ओर लपेट लीं। "मैंने अपना ज्यादातर बचपन एक धूल भरी अटारी में छिपकर बिताया है और मेरे पास सिर्फ एक ही फॉर्मल शर्ट है। तुम्हें सच में लगता है कि मुझे इस टी-शर्ट की परवाह होगी?"

Christian stretched out beside her and pulled her close. ʺBut for what itʹs worth, I think youʹd be a great queen too, Princess Dragomir.ʺ ʺYouʹre going to get dirty,ʺ she warned. ʺAlready am. Oh, you mean from your clothes?ʺ He wrapped his arms around her, heedless of her damp and muddy state. ʺI spent most of my childhood hiding in a dusty attic and own exactly one dress shirt. You really think I care about this T-shirt?ʺ

Christian stretched out beside her and pulled her close. ʺBut for what itʹs worth, I think youʹd be a great queen too, Princess Dragomir.ʺ ʺYouʹre going to get dirty,ʺ she warned. ʺAlready am. Oh, you mean from your clothes?ʺ He wrapped his arms around her, heedless of her damp and muddy state. ʺI spent most of my childhood hiding in a dusty attic and own exactly one dress shirt. You really think I care about this T-shirt?ʺ

तुम्हारे साथ बात करना कभी-कभी सचमुच में मुझे खुद से ही बात करने जैसा लगता है - बहुत ही परेशान करने वाला।

Sometimes talking to you is like talking to myself: pretty damned annoying.

Sometimes talking to you is like talking to myself: pretty damned annoying.

मेरे हाथ से प्लेट लगभग छूट ही गई थी। "तुमने मुझे अनगिनत बार डेट के लिए पूछा है।" "ऐसा नहीं है। मैंने अनुचित बातें की हैं और अक्सर नग्नता को बढ़ावा दिया है। लेकिन मैंने कभी तुम्हें किसी असली डेट पर नहीं बुलाया। और अगर मेरी याददाश्त सही है, तो तुमने कहा था कि जब मैं तुम्हारा ट्रस्ट फंड खाली करने दूँगी, तब तुम मुझे एक निष्पक्ष मौका दोगी।" "मैंने उसे खाली नहीं किया था," मैंने उपहास उड़ाते हुए कहा।

I nearly dropped the plate I held. "You've asked me out tons of times." "Not really. I've made inapproprite suggestions and frequently pushed for nudity. But I've never asked you out on a real date. And, if memory serves, you did say you'd give me a fair chance once I let you clean out my trust fund." "I didn't clean it out," I scoffed.

I nearly dropped the plate I held. "You've asked me out tons of times." "Not really. I've made inapproprite suggestions and frequently pushed for nudity. But I've never asked you out on a real date. And, if memory serves, you did say you'd give me a fair chance once I let you clean out my trust fund." "I didn't clean it out," I scoffed.

भले ही मैं पूरी तरह जाग रहा होता, मुझे पता था कि डिमित्री मेरा सूटकेस फिर भी खुद ही उठा लेता। उसका स्वभाव ही ऐसा था—आधुनिक दुनिया में शिष्टाचार का एक ऐसा भूला-बिसरा हिस्सा, जो दूसरों की मदद करने के लिए हमेशा तैयार रहता था।

Even if I’d been wide awake, I knew Dimitri would’ve taken my suitcase anyway. That’s how he was, a lost remnant of chivalry in the modern world, ever-ready to help others.

Even if I’d been wide awake, I knew Dimitri would’ve taken my suitcase anyway. That’s how he was, a lost remnant of chivalry in the modern world, ever-ready to help others.

जब तुम्हारा काम खत्म हो जाए, तो बाहर आ जाना," मैंने उससे कहा। "यह किसी मनहूसों की बारबेक्यू पार्टी जैसा है। बस... यहाँ कोई ग्रिल नहीं है।"

Come on outside when youʹre done,ʺ I told her. ʺItʹs like the barbecue of the damned. Except . . . thereʹs no grill.

Come on outside when youʹre done,ʺ I told her. ʺItʹs like the barbecue of the damned. Except . . . thereʹs no grill.

अद्रियन ने गहरी साँस ली। "मुझे पता था कि तुम हमेशा मुसीबत से दूर रहना, ये सचमुच में बहुत अच्छा लगने वाला था।"

Adrian sighed. "I knew you staying out of trouble was too good to be true.

Adrian sighed. "I knew you staying out of trouble was too good to be true.

तुम एक और सबक भूल गई: तब तक कभी अपनी पीठ मत फेरो जब तक तुम्हें यह पता न चल जाए कि तुम्हारा दुश्मन मर चुका है। लगता है कि जब मैं अगली बार आपसे मिलूँगा तो हमें इस सबक को फिर से दोहराना होगा—जो कि जल्द ही होगा। प्यार, डी।

You forgot another lesson: Never turn your back until you know your enemy is dead. Looks like we’ll have to go over the lesson again the next time I see you—which will be soon. Love, D.

You forgot another lesson: Never turn your back until you know your enemy is dead. Looks like we’ll have to go over the lesson again the next time I see you—which will be soon. Love, D.

हर रिश्ता अलग होता है। हर इंसान के प्यार करने का अंदाज़ जुदा होता है।

Every relationship is different. Everyone loves differently.

Every relationship is different. Everyone loves differently.

वैसे, वह कॉन्ट्रैक्ट अब रद्द हो चुका है और उसकी कोई वैल्यू नहीं है।

ʺThe contractʹs null and void, by the way.ʺ

ʺThe contractʹs null and void, by the way.ʺ

"यह सिएनी सेज थीं," लिस्सा ने कहा। "मुझे लगा कि वे सभी वेस्ट वर्जीनिया में हैं। वह रोज़ के साथ क्यों नहीं है?" "यह," एबे ने रहस्यमय ढंग से कहा, "एक बहुत अच्छा सवाल है।" "क्योंकि कथित तौर पर उन्हें डिटroit में जोएल मास्ट्रानो को अगवा किया जा रहा था," क्रिस्टियन ने कहा। "जिसका मतलब है यह अजीब है। लेकिन ऐसा कुछ भी जो रोज़ कर सकता है, वह सबसे अजीब बात नहीं है।"

That was Sydney Sage," said Lissa. "I thought they were all in West Virginia. Why isn't she with Rose?" "That," said Abe darkly, "is an excellent question." "Because they were apparently kidnapping Jill Mastrano in Detroit," said Christian. "Which is weird. But not the craziest thing I can think of Rose doing.

That was Sydney Sage," said Lissa. "I thought they were all in West Virginia. Why isn't she with Rose?" "That," said Abe darkly, "is an excellent question." "Because they were apparently kidnapping Jill Mastrano in Detroit," said Christian. "Which is weird. But not the craziest thing I can think of Rose doing.

तुम मेरी जान ले लेती हो, रोज़," उसने नाटकीय अंदाज़ में कहा। "तुम्हारे बिना हर दिन एक यातना है। सूना-सूना। अकेला। मैं तुम्हारे लिए तड़पता रहता हूँ, यह सोचते हुए कि तुम ज़िंदा भी हो या नहीं।"

You kill me, Rose," he said melodramatically. "Every day is agony without you. Empty. Alone. I pine for you, wondering if you're even still alive.

You kill me, Rose," he said melodramatically. "Every day is agony without you. Empty. Alone. I pine for you, wondering if you're even still alive.

इसके अलावा, इस रिसर्च पर कड़ी मेहनत करने के अलावा, मैं असल में इस बात पर भी एक साइड एक्सपेरिमेंट कर रहा हूँ कि सिगरेट और जिन (शराब) कैसे करिश्मा (व्यक्तित्व का प्रभाव) बढ़ाते हैं। जैसा कि आप अंदाज़ा लगा सकते हैं, नतीजे काफी promising (उम्मीद जगाने वाले) लग रहे हैं।

Besides, when not hard at work with this research, I'm actually conducting a side experiment on how cigarettes and gin increase charisma. As you might guess, the results are looking very promising.

Besides, when not hard at work with this research, I'm actually conducting a side experiment on how cigarettes and gin increase charisma. As you might guess, the results are looking very promising.

दिमित्री: "रोज़, मैं तुमसे सात साल बड़ा हूँ। दस साल बाद, इसका इतना असर नहीं होगा, लेकिन अभी के लिए, यह बहुत बड़ा फर्क है। मैं एक वयस्क हूँ। तुम एक बच्ची हो।" रोज़: "जब तुम मुझ पर लट्टू हो रहे थे, तब तुम्हें ऐसा नहीं लगा था कि मैं बच्ची हूँ।" - रोज़ हाथवे और दिमित्री बेलिकोव (वैम्पायर एकेडमी)

Dimitri: "Rose, I'm seven years older than you. In ten years, that won't mean so much, but for now, it's huge. I'm an adult. You're a child.” Rose: "You didn't seem to think I was a child when you were all over me.” - Rose Hathaway & Dimitri Belikov (Vampire Academy)

Dimitri: "Rose, I'm seven years older than you. In ten years, that won't mean so much, but for now, it's huge. I'm an adult. You're a child.” Rose: "You didn't seem to think I was a child when you were all over me.” - Rose Hathaway & Dimitri Belikov (Vampire Academy)

"तुम परीकथाओं में विश्वास करते हो?" "तुमचा अर्थ, ऐसी कौन सी परीकथाएं?" "ऐसी जो तुम अपना जीवन बर्बाद करने में नहीं लगना चाहिए।"

Do you believe in fairy tales?" "What...what kind of fairy tales?" "The kind you aren't supposed to waste your life on.

Do you believe in fairy tales?" "What...what kind of fairy tales?" "The kind you aren't supposed to waste your life on.

मैं उसकी आँखों में देखती हूँ। "मैं हमेशा तुमसे प्यार करती रहूंगी।

I look him in the eye. "I will always love you.

I look him in the eye. "I will always love you.

इसके अलावा, मैं एडमिनिस्ट्रेशन से यह शिकायत तो कर नहीं सकता था कि मुझे जबरदस्ती जादू सिखाया जा रहा है।

Besides, I could hardly complain to the administration that I was being forced to learn magic.

Besides, I could hardly complain to the administration that I was being forced to learn magic.

रोज़: "अगर तुम मुझे रूसी में गाली देना सिखा दो, तो शायद मुझे इस भाषा से एक नया प्यार हो जाए।" दिमित्री: "तुम पहले से ही बहुत गालियाँ देती हो।" रोज़: "मैं बस खुद को व्यक्त करना चाहती हूँ।" दिमित्री: "ओह, रोज़ा... तुम किसी भी ऐसे व्यक्ति से ज्यादा खुद को व्यक्त करती हो जिसे मैं जानता हूँ।" - रोज़ हाथवे और दिमित्री बेलिकोव (फ्रॉस्टबाइट)

Rose: "If you'd teach me to swear in Russian, I might have a new appreciation for it."Dimitri: "You swear too much already."Rose: "I just want to express myself."Dimitri: "Oh, Roza… You express yourself more than anyone else I know."- Rose Hathaway & Dimitri Belikov (Frostbite)

Rose: "If you'd teach me to swear in Russian, I might have a new appreciation for it."Dimitri: "You swear too much already."Rose: "I just want to express myself."Dimitri: "Oh, Roza… You express yourself more than anyone else I know."- Rose Hathaway & Dimitri Belikov (Frostbite)

अद्रियन भौंहें चढ़ा। “क्या ये फांसी का फंदा है?” मैंने पूछा। “ये बंधन है!” मैंने चिल्लाया, नाराज़ होना नहीं चाहता था। उसने हँसा, इस पर बहुत खुश था। “माफ़ करना।”

Adrian frowned. 'Is that a noose?' 'It's a tie!' I cried, trying not to feel offended. He laughed, clearly delighted at this. 'My mistake.

Adrian frowned. 'Is that a noose?' 'It's a tie!' I cried, trying not to feel offended. He laughed, clearly delighted at this. 'My mistake.

सुपरपावर मिलने का यह मतलब बिल्कुल नहीं है कि आपको उनका इस्तेमाल करना भी आता है।

Gaining superpowers doesn't mean you know how to use them.

Gaining superpowers doesn't mean you know how to use them.

यह बहुत बढ़िया आइडिया है," ट्रे ने कहा। "तुम बच्चों को सच में वह नाटक देखने जाना चाहिए। पूरा दिन उसी में बिताओ। कहीं बाहर डिनर करो और लाइब्रेरी में वक्त बिताओ या जो कुछ भी तुम लोग मौज-मस्ती के लिए करते हो।"

This is a great idea,” said Trey. “You kids should totaly go see that play. Make a whole day of it. Grab some dinner and hang out at the library or whatever it is you do for fun.

This is a great idea,” said Trey. “You kids should totaly go see that play. Make a whole day of it. Grab some dinner and hang out at the library or whatever it is you do for fun.

दिमित्री: "ऐसा दोबारा मत करना।" रोज़: "तो फिर मुझे किस करना बंद करो।" - दिमित्री बेलिकोव और रोज़ हाथवे (फ्रॉस्टबाइट)

Dimitri: "Do not do that again."Rose: "Don't kiss me back then."- Dimitri Belikov & Rose Hathaway (Frostbite)

Dimitri: "Do not do that again."Rose: "Don't kiss me back then."- Dimitri Belikov & Rose Hathaway (Frostbite)

तुमने मुझे प्यार किया और तुमने मुझे तोड़ दिया। तुमने मेरा दिल फाड़ा, मानो तुमने मुझे ही मार डाला।

I loved you and you destroyed me. You took my heart and ripped it up. You might as well have staked me.

I loved you and you destroyed me. You took my heart and ripped it up. You might as well have staked me.

मैंने उसकी आँखों में देखा। “मैं हमेशा तुमसे प्यार करती रहूँगी।” फिर मैंने वह नुकीला दाँव उसके सीने में उतार दिया।

I looked him in the eye. “I will always love you.” Then I plunged the stake into his chest.

I looked him in the eye. “I will always love you.” Then I plunged the stake into his chest.

हम इस हफ्ते के आखिर में... अह, पवनचक्की (विंडमिल) की सैर पर जा रहे हैं।" अगर मैं उन सबको चुप कराना चाहती थी, तो मैं पूरी तरह कामयाब रही थी। वे सब अवाक रह गए। सबसे पहले एड्रियन बोला। "मैं यह मान लेता हूँ कि इसका मतलब वह तुम्हें अपने प्राइवेट जेट से एम्स्टर्डम ले जा रहा है। अगर ऐसा है, तो मैं भी साथ चलना चाहूँगा। पर पवनचक्कियों के लिए नहीं।"

We're going on a, um, windmill tour later this week." If I'd wanted to shut them all up, I'd definitely succeeded. They all looked stunned. Adrian spoke first. "I'm going to assume that means he's flying you to Amsterdam on his private jet. If so, I'd like to come along. But not for the windmills.

We're going on a, um, windmill tour later this week." If I'd wanted to shut them all up, I'd definitely succeeded. They all looked stunned. Adrian spoke first. "I'm going to assume that means he's flying you to Amsterdam on his private jet. If so, I'd like to come along. But not for the windmills.

दिमित्री: "उन्हें तुम्हें अंदर नहीं आने देना चाहिए था।" रोज़: "हाँ। खैर, मैंने इसका एक तोड़ निकाल लिया।" दिमित्री: "बेशक तुमने निकाल लिया होगा।" - दिमित्री बेलिकोव और रोज़ हाथवे (स्पिरिट बाउंड)

Dimitri: "They weren't supposed to let you in."Rose: "Yeah. Well, I kind of found a work-around."Dimitri: "Of course you did."- Dimitri Belikov and Rose Hathaway (Spirit Bound)

Dimitri: "They weren't supposed to let you in."Rose: "Yeah. Well, I kind of found a work-around."Dimitri: "Of course you did."- Dimitri Belikov and Rose Hathaway (Spirit Bound)

"मुझे तुम्हारी ज़रूरत है," लिसा ने कहा। "मैं महिलाओं से अक्सर यही सुनता हूँ," एड्रियन ने जवाब दिया।

I need you,ʺ said Lissa. ʺI hear that from women a lot,ʺ said Adrian.

I need you,ʺ said Lissa. ʺI hear that from women a lot,ʺ said Adrian.

फिर, उसकी छटपटाहट थम गई। उसकी आँखें स्तब्ध होकर मुझे देखती रहीं, और उसके होंठ लगभग एक मुस्कान में खुल गए, हालाँकि वह एक डरावनी और दर्दभरी मुस्कान थी। "मुझे यही तो कहना था..." उसने हाँफते हुए कहा। यही उसके आखिरी शब्द थे।

Then, his struggles stopped. His eyes stared at me, stunned, and his lips parted, almost into a smile, albeit a grisly and pained one. "That’s what I was supposed to say..." he gasped out. Those were his last words.

Then, his struggles stopped. His eyes stared at me, stunned, and his lips parted, almost into a smile, albeit a grisly and pained one. "That’s what I was supposed to say..." he gasped out. Those were his last words.

사실 मुझे पूरा यकीन था कि पूरी दुनिया में एड्रियन इवाशकोव जैसा दूसरा कोई इंसान नहीं था।

In fact I was fairly certain there was no one in the entire world quite like Adrian Ivashkov.

In fact I was fairly certain there was no one in the entire world quite like Adrian Ivashkov.

कुछ नियम इस ब्रह्मांड से भी बड़े होते हैं।

Some rules are bigger than the universe.

Some rules are bigger than the universe.

“वफ़ा और प्यार का मूल्य मेरे लिए क्या है? सब कुछ।”

But what are loyalty and caring really worth?" "To me? Everything.

But what are loyalty and caring really worth?" "To me? Everything.

अहसास इस बात का है कि कोई—यानी तुम—मुझे इतनी अच्छी तरह जानता है। जब कोई इंसान तुम्हारी आत्मा के अंदर झांक सकता है, तो यह मुश्किल होता है। यह तुम्हें खुलकर सामने आने पर मजबूर कर देता है। असुरक्षित बना देता है। किसी ऐसे व्यक्ति के साथ रहना बहुत आसान होता है जो बस एक आम दोस्त जैसा हो।

What matters is that someone—that you—know me that well. When a person can see into your soul, it's hard. It forces you to be open. Vulnerable. It's much easier being with someone who's just more of a casual friend.

What matters is that someone—that you—know me that well. When a person can see into your soul, it's hard. It forces you to be open. Vulnerable. It's much easier being with someone who's just more of a casual friend.

यह डरावना है," एड्रियन ने कहा। "और अजीब भी, एक तरह से कहें तो। और तुम्हारे अंदर का एक हिस्सा जानता है... खैर, तुम जानते हो कि कुछ तो ठीक नहीं है। कि तुम्हारी सोच सही नहीं है। लेकिन तुम इसके बारे में क्या कर सकते हो? हम तो बस वही मान सकते हैं जो हम सोचते हैं, जिस तरह से हम दुनिया को देखते हैं। अगर तुम अपने ही दिमाग पर भरोसा नहीं कर सकते, तो किस पर करोगे? जो बाकी लोग कहते हैं उस पर?

It is terrifying,” said Adrian. “And weird, for lack of a better word. And part of you knows… well, part of you knows something’s not right. That your thinking’s not right. But what do you about that? All we can go on is what we think, how we see the world. If you can’t trust your own mind, what can you trust? What other people tell you?

It is terrifying,” said Adrian. “And weird, for lack of a better word. And part of you knows… well, part of you knows something’s not right. That your thinking’s not right. But what do you about that? All we can go on is what we think, how we see the world. If you can’t trust your own mind, what can you trust? What other people tell you?

चिंता मत करो, रोज़ा, मुझे कोई डर नहीं। तुम्हारे साथ रहने के लिए वे मुझे जो भी सजा देंगे, मैं उसे खुशी-खुशी स्वीकार करूँगा। यह इसके काबिल है।

Dont worry, Roza, I'm not afraid. I'll take whatever heat they give me over being with you. It's worth it.

Dont worry, Roza, I'm not afraid. I'll take whatever heat they give me over being with you. It's worth it.

"गुलाब," उसने कहा, गंभीर लहजा बनाए रखने की कोशिश करते हुए, "तुम्हारे बारे में मैं कई शब्द सोच सकता हूँ, और 'हॉट' और 'सेक्सी' उनमें सबसे ऊपर। तुम्हारे नाम पर क्या नहीं है, वह है 'समझदार'।"

Rose,” he said, forcibly trying to keep a serious tone, “I can think of many words to describe you, sexy and hot being at the top of the list. You know what’s not on the list? Sane.

Rose,” he said, forcibly trying to keep a serious tone, “I can think of many words to describe you, sexy and hot being at the top of the list. You know what’s not on the list? Sane.

दिमित्री: "तुम यहाँ क्यों आई?" रोज़: "क्योंकि तुमने मेरे सिर पर मारा और मुझे घसीट कर यहाँ ले आए।

Dimitri: "Why did you come here?" Rose: "Because you hit me on the head and dragged me here.

Dimitri: "Why did you come here?" Rose: "Because you hit me on the head and dragged me here.

मुझे सुरक्षा प्रणाली लगानी नहीं आती," दिमित्री ने कहा। "सच में? ऐसी भी कोई चीज़ है जो तुम्हें नहीं आती?" एड्रियन की आवाज़ इतनी धीमी थी कि मैंमुश्किल से सुन पाई, जबकि वह ठीक मेरे पास ही बैठा था।

I'm not really qualified to install a security system," said Dimitri. "Really? There's something you can't do?" Adrian's voice was so soft that I could barely hear him, and he was sitting right next to me.

I'm not really qualified to install a security system," said Dimitri. "Really? There's something you can't do?" Adrian's voice was so soft that I could barely hear him, and he was sitting right next to me.

जीवन में हर एक बुरी चीज़ के बदले, पलड़े को संतुलित करने के लिए उससे कहीं ज़्यादा अच्छी चीज़ें होती हैं।

For every bad thing in life, there are more good things to tip the balance.

For every bad thing in life, there are more good things to tip the balance.

अब मैं पीछे हटने वाला हूँ। सच में, मैं तुम्हें बहुत प्यार करता हूँ। यही वजह है कि मैं यह कर रहा हूँ।

I'm backing down now. I really do love you. That's why I'm doing this.

I'm backing down now. I really do love you. That's why I'm doing this.

प्यार की बात उसे समझ नहीं आई? क्या वह पागल थी? काश उसे पता होता कि मैंने दिमित्री के लिए क्या-क्या कुर्बान किया है, आज जहाँ मैं हूँ वहाँ पहुँचने के लिए मैंने क्या कुछ नहीं सहा... और यह सब सिर्फ प्यार के लिए था। असल में, वही थी जो प्यार को समझ नहीं पाई। प्यार पार्टी के किसी कोने में होने वाला कोई मामूली चक्कर नहीं होता। यह तो वो चीज़ है जिसके लिए जिया और मरा जाता है।

Didn’t understand love? Was she crazy? If she only knew what I’d sacrificed for Dimitri, what I’d done to be where I was now . . . all for love. She was the one who couldn’t understand. Love wasn’t a fling in a back room at a party. It was something you lived and died for.

Didn’t understand love? Was she crazy? If she only knew what I’d sacrificed for Dimitri, what I’d done to be where I was now . . . all for love. She was the one who couldn’t understand. Love wasn’t a fling in a back room at a party. It was something you lived and died for.

कैसी विडंबना थी कि एड्रियन इवाश्कोव, जो हर बात को मज़ाक में उड़ा देता था, इन सभी "समझदार" लोगों में इकलौता ऐसा इंसान था जिसने इतनी छोटी-छोटी बातों पर ध्यान दिया? वही एकमात्र ऐसा व्यक्ति कैसे था जो सच में समझ पाया कि इस वक्त मेरे अंदर भावनाओं का कितना बड़ा तूफान चल रहा है?

How was it that Adrian Ivashkov, who never seemed to take anything seriously was the only one among these "responsible" people who paid attention to such small details? How was he the only one to really understand the magnitude of what I was feeling?

How was it that Adrian Ivashkov, who never seemed to take anything seriously was the only one among these "responsible" people who paid attention to such small details? How was he the only one to really understand the magnitude of what I was feeling?

उस तरह का चुंबन जो यह कह रहा था कि मैं तुम्हारे एक-एक इंच को चूस लेना चाहता हूँ और तुम्हारे मुँह से अपना नाम चीखते हुए सुनना चाहता हूँ।

the kind of kiss that said, I want to consume every inch of you and hear you scream my name.

the kind of kiss that said, I want to consume every inch of you and hear you scream my name.

जैसे कि मेरे सीने में एक अजीब, सुकून देने वाली भावना उमड़ रही थी, और जब मैंने उसे देखा, तो एक क्षण के लिए मुझे ऐसा लगा जैसे...सुरक्षा मिल रही है।

A strange, warm feeling swirled in my chest, and for a brief moment, when I looked at him, I saw...safety

A strange, warm feeling swirled in my chest, and for a brief moment, when I looked at him, I saw...safety

पता चला कि दिमित्री का एक दोस्त था, जिसका एक और दोस्त था, और मोरोई दुनिया की तमाम कड़ी सुरक्षा के बावजूद, हम किसी तरह कोर्ट की जेल के अंदर जाने में कामयाब हो गए।

It turns out Dimitri had a friend, who had a friend, and despite the best security in the Moroi world, we managed to get into the Court's prison facilities.

It turns out Dimitri had a friend, who had a friend, and despite the best security in the Moroi world, we managed to get into the Court's prison facilities.

क्योंकि यह उन चीज़ों में से है जिनकी मैंने अपने जीवन में कभी उम्मीद ही नहीं की थी," उसने मुझसे कहा। "किसी धूमकेतु की तरह। या फिर विश्व शांति की तरह। मैं तो बस तुम्हें हमेशा से अकेले देखने का आदी हो चुका हूँ।" न जाने क्यों, उसकी इस बात ने मुझे अंदर तक झकझोर दिया। "क्यों, तुम्हें ऐसा क्यों लगता है कि कोई भी लड़का मुझमें कभी दिलचस्पी नहीं लेगा?" असल में," एड्रियन ने बेहद संजीदा आवाज़ में कहा, "मैं कई लड़कों की कल्पना कर सकता हूँ जो तुममें दिलचस्पी रखते होंगे।"

Because it's one of those things I never expected in my lifetime," he told me. "Like a comet. Or world peace. I'm just used to you being single." For some reason, that bothered me. "What, you don't think any guy would ever be interested in me?" Actually," said Adrian, sounding remarkably serious, "I can imagine lots of guys being interested in you.

Because it's one of those things I never expected in my lifetime," he told me. "Like a comet. Or world peace. I'm just used to you being single." For some reason, that bothered me. "What, you don't think any guy would ever be interested in me?" Actually," said Adrian, sounding remarkably serious, "I can imagine lots of guys being interested in you.

यह स्वीकार करना एक अलग बात थी कि मैं दिमित्री को नहीं पा सकती। और यह एहसास करना पूरी तरह से अलग बात थी कि कोई और उसे पा सकता है।

It was one thing to accept I couldn't have Dimitri. It was something entirely different to realize someone else could.

It was one thing to accept I couldn't have Dimitri. It was something entirely different to realize someone else could.

अगर किसी दुष्ट का मुँह हिल रहा है, तो समझो कि वह झूठ बोल रहा है।

How do you know if a demon is lying? His lips are moving.

How do you know if a demon is lying? His lips are moving.

मुझे ऐसा महसूस हुआ मानो किसी ने मेरा दिल बाहर निकालकर कमरे के दूसरे कोने में फेंक दिया हो। मेरे सीने में एक चुभने वाला, असहनीय दर्द हो रहा था, और मुझे समझ नहीं आ रहा था कि इस खालीपन को कभी कैसे भरा जा सकेगा। दिमित्री मेरा नहीं हो सकता, यह स्वीकार करना एक बात थी; लेकिन यह अहसास होना कि वह किसी और का हो सकता है, बिल्कुल ही अलग और बेहद दर्दनाक था।

I felt like someone had ripped my heart out and tossed it across the other side of the room. There was a burning, agonizing pain in my chest, and I had no idea how it could ever be filled. It was one thing to accept that I couldn't have Dimitri. It was something entirely different to realize someone else could.

I felt like someone had ripped my heart out and tossed it across the other side of the room. There was a burning, agonizing pain in my chest, and I had no idea how it could ever be filled. It was one thing to accept that I couldn't have Dimitri. It was something entirely different to realize someone else could.

उसके चेहरे पर हल्की सी मुस्कान आ गई। "तुम फिर से वही शुरू हो गई। क्यों? तुम हर बार मेरी मदद क्यों करती हो?" मेरी जुबान पर जवाबों का समंदर था, जिसमें 'यह सही काम है' से लेकर 'मुझे नहीं पता' तक सब कुछ शामिल था। पर मैंने बस इतना कहा, "क्योंकि मैं ऐसा चाहती हूँ।"

He almosted smiled. "There you go again. Why? Why do yo keep helping me?" There were a million answers on my lips, everything from It's the right thing to do to I don't know. Instead, I said, "Because I want to.

He almosted smiled. "There you go again. Why? Why do yo keep helping me?" There were a million answers on my lips, everything from It's the right thing to do to I don't know. Instead, I said, "Because I want to.

मुझे नहीं लगता कि ज्यादातर लोग सच को आसानी से पचा पाते हैं। वे खेलों में उलझे रहना पसंद करते हैं। वे खूबसूरत झूठों पर विश्वास करना चाहते हैं।

I don't think most people take honest well. They prefer the games. They want to believe the pretty lies.

I don't think most people take honest well. They prefer the games. They want to believe the pretty lies.

आज की यात्रा से मैं शायद ही कभी सोचता था कि मैं एक छोटी ड्रैगन की अभिभावकत्व का भी हिस्सा बन जाऊंगा।

I certainly hadn't expected to walk away from today's trip with joint custody of a miniature dragon.

I certainly hadn't expected to walk away from today's trip with joint custody of a miniature dragon.

यह जानकर कि लिस्सा मुझे याद कर रही है, मुझे इतना दर्द हुआ मानो उसने मुझसे सारे रिश्ते ही तोड़ लिए हों। मैं कभी उसे ठेस नहीं पहुँचाना चाहती थी। यहाँ तक कि जब मुझे इस बात से गुस्सा आता था कि वह मेरी जिंदगी को नियंत्रित कर रही है, तब भी मैंने कभी उससे नफरत नहीं की थी। मैं उसे अपनी बहन की तरह मानती थी और यह सोचकर ही तड़प उठती थी कि मेरी वजह से उसे कितनी तकलीफ उठानी पड़ रही है। हमारे बीच हालात इतने खराब कैसे हो गए?

Knowing Lissa missed me hurt almost more than if she'd completely written me off. I'd never wanted to hurt her. Even when I'd resented her for feeling like she was controlling my life, I'd never hated her. I loved her like a sister and couldn't stand the thought of her suffering now on my behalf. How had things gotten so screwed up between us?

Knowing Lissa missed me hurt almost more than if she'd completely written me off. I'd never wanted to hurt her. Even when I'd resented her for feeling like she was controlling my life, I'd never hated her. I loved her like a sister and couldn't stand the thought of her suffering now on my behalf. How had things gotten so screwed up between us?

हम चीज़ों को जितना आसान बनाना चाहें, वे उतनी ही आसान हो जाती हैं," उसने मेरा माथा अपने माथे से टिकाते हुए फुसफुसा कर कहा। "कम से कम, यह फैसला तो आसान है। कुछ भी पूरी तरह से आसान नहीं होता, जॉर्जिना। प्यार और ज़िंदगी... ये खूबसूरत हैं, पर मुश्किल भी हैं। हो सकता है कि हम से फिर कोई भूल हो जाए। हमें मजबूत बनना होगा और यह तय करना होगा कि हालात चाहे जितने भी नाज़ुक हों, हम आगे बढ़ सकते हैं या नहीं।"

It’s as easy as we choose to make it,” he murmured, pressing his forehead to mine. “At least, this decision is. Nothing’s truly easy, Georgina. Love and life . . . they’re wonderful, but they’re hard. We may mess up again. We have to be strong and decide if we can still go forward, even when things aren’t perfect.

It’s as easy as we choose to make it,” he murmured, pressing his forehead to mine. “At least, this decision is. Nothing’s truly easy, Georgina. Love and life . . . they’re wonderful, but they’re hard. We may mess up again. We have to be strong and decide if we can still go forward, even when things aren’t perfect.

ऑर्गाज़्म (चरमसुख) के मुकाबले किताबें संभालना बहुत आसान और कम झंझट भरा होता था।

Books were a lot less messy than orgasms.

Books were a lot less messy than orgasms.

अगर मैं सो पाता, तो ज़रूर तुझे ही देखता। तेरी खुशबू, मेरे बाल रेशम जैसे मेरे हाथों में लिपटे हुए, और होंठों का वो जादू, सब मेरे सपनों में होगा। सपने न हों तो, मैं अपनी कल्पना से भी संतुष्ट रहूंगी—जो कि काफी अच्छी है। मैं वो सब कुछ हूबहू देख पाती हूँ।

If I could dream, I know I'd dream about you.I'd dream about the way you smell and how your dark hair feels like silk between my fingers. I'd dream about the smoothness of your skin and the fierceness of your lips when we kiss. Without dreams,I have to be content with my own imagination—which is almost as good. I can picture all those things perfectly.

If I could dream, I know I'd dream about you.I'd dream about the way you smell and how your dark hair feels like silk between my fingers. I'd dream about the smoothness of your skin and the fierceness of your lips when we kiss. Without dreams,I have to be content with my own imagination—which is almost as good. I can picture all those things perfectly.

एब ने अपना सिर हिलाया, और अब उनके चेहरे से वो मुस्कान पूरी तरह गायब हो चुकी थी। "वजह यह भी नहीं है। मुझसे झूठ मत बोलो, छोटी बच्ची।" मुझे गुस्सा आने लगा। "और मुझसे पूछताछ मत करो, बूढ़े आदमी।"

Abe shook his head, and now the smile was gone altogether. "That's not the reason either. Don't lie to me little girl." I felt my hackles going up. "And don't interrogate me, old man.

Abe shook his head, and now the smile was gone altogether. "That's not the reason either. Don't lie to me little girl." I felt my hackles going up. "And don't interrogate me, old man.

नहीं-नहीं, रोज़ा, तुम्हारे फोन करने के लिए हमेशा सही वक्त होता है।

No, no. It's always a good time for you to call, Roza.

No, no. It's always a good time for you to call, Roza.

अब जल्दी से कपड़े पहन लो, वरना यहाँ की औरतों का पागलपन सातवें आसमान पर पहुँच जाएगा।" उसने मुझे एक उदास नज़रों से देखा। "मुझे डर है कि मेरे प्रिय, कपड़ों के साथ या बिना कपड़ों के, ऐसा होना तय ही है।"

Now get some clothes on before the women around here are driven into a frenzy." He gave me a mournful look. "I'm afraid that'll happen with or without clothes, my dear.

Now get some clothes on before the women around here are driven into a frenzy." He gave me a mournful look. "I'm afraid that'll happen with or without clothes, my dear.

डरना नहीं, बस आगे बढ़ो।

You forgot my first lesson: don't hesitate.

You forgot my first lesson: don't hesitate.

क्या हुआ? क्या तुम्हारी बहन पर कोई आफत आ गई है?" मैंने पूछा। शायद हमारी भाषा की दीवार का यही फायदा था। उसने अपने होंठ भींच लिए। "तुम यहाँ ज़्यादा देर नहीं रुक सकती," उसने कहा। मेरा मुँह खुला का खुला रह गया। "तुम... तुम अंग्रेज़ी बोलती हो?" उसने नाक सिकोड़ते हुए कहा। "बेशक।"

What happened? Did a house fall on your sister?" I asked. Maybe there was a benefit to our language barrier. She pursed her lips. "You can't stay here much longer," she said. My mouth dropped open. "You...you speak English?" She snorted. "Of course.

What happened? Did a house fall on your sister?" I asked. Maybe there was a benefit to our language barrier. She pursed her lips. "You can't stay here much longer," she said. My mouth dropped open. "You...you speak English?" She snorted. "Of course.

सेज?" एड्रियन ने हल्के से मेरे हाथ को छुआ, और उसकी उंगलियों का अहसास होते ही मैं सिहर उठी। "सब ठीक है?" "मुझे नहीं पता," मैंने धीमी आवाज़ में कहा। "बस, अभी-अभी मेरे दिमाग में एक अजीब सा ख्याल आया है।" "मेरी दुनिया में तुम्हारा स्वागत है।"

Sage?" Adrian lightly touched my arm, and I jumped at the feel of his fingertips against my skin. "You okay?" "I don't know," I said softly. "I just thought of something crazy." "Welcome to my world.

Sage?" Adrian lightly touched my arm, and I jumped at the feel of his fingertips against my skin. "You okay?" "I don't know," I said softly. "I just thought of something crazy." "Welcome to my world.

मैं मन ही मन सोच रही थी कि क्या दिमित्री की समस्या यह थी कि वह जल रहा था (ईर्ष्या महसूस कर रहा था)। उसने लिसा को अलग खींचकर उस पर चिल्लाया नहीं था। इस ख्याल से मुझे थोड़ी खुशी हुई, लेकिन तभी मुझे अपनी वह पुरानी जिज्ञासा याद आ गई कि आखिर दिमित्री वहाँ आया ही क्यों था।

I secretly wondered if Dimitri's problem might be that he was jealous. He hadn't pulled Lissa aside to yell at her. The thought made me slightly happy, but then I remembered my earlier curiosity about why Dimitri had even wandered by.

I secretly wondered if Dimitri's problem might be that he was jealous. He hadn't pulled Lissa aside to yell at her. The thought made me slightly happy, but then I remembered my earlier curiosity about why Dimitri had even wandered by.

मैं उस आदमी को मारने के लिए निकल पड़ा, जिसे मैं प्यार करता हूँ।

I set off, off to kill the man I love.

I set off, off to kill the man I love.

इनमें से कुछ भी सच नहीं लगता। कौन जाने? शायद यह सच है भी नहीं। शायद यह सब किसी और के साथ हो रहा है। शायद यह सिर्फ मेरी कल्पना हो। शायद मैं जल्दी ही जाग जाऊँगी और देखूँगी कि लिस्सा और दिमित्री के साथ सब कुछ ठीक हो गया है। हम सब एक साथ होंगे, और वह वहाँ होगा—मुस्कुराते हुए मुझे गले लगाने और यह कहने के लिए कि सब ठीक हो जाएगा। शायद यह सब वाकई एक सपना रहा हो। पर मुझे ऐसा नहीं लगता।

None of it seems real. Who knows? Maybe it isn’t. Maybe it’s actually happening to someone else. Maybe it’s something I imagined. Maybe soon I’m going to wake up and find everything fixed with Lissa and Dimitri. We’ll all be together, and he’ll be there to smile and hold me and tell me everything ‘s going to be okay. Maybe all of this really has been a dream. But I don’t think so.

None of it seems real. Who knows? Maybe it isn’t. Maybe it’s actually happening to someone else. Maybe it’s something I imagined. Maybe soon I’m going to wake up and find everything fixed with Lissa and Dimitri. We’ll all be together, and he’ll be there to smile and hold me and tell me everything ‘s going to be okay. Maybe all of this really has been a dream. But I don’t think so.

क्या यह सच है? तुम आसानी से बचकर निकल सकती थीं, पर तुमने मेरे लिए सब दांव पर लगा दिया?" मैंने मुश्किल से थूक निगला। "तुम्हारे बिना बचकर निकलना मुमकिन ही नहीं था।"

Is it true? You had a clean getaway and risked it all for me?" I Swallowed. "It wouldn't have been a clean getaway without you.

Is it true? You had a clean getaway and risked it all for me?" I Swallowed. "It wouldn't have been a clean getaway without you.

हाँ? क्या तुम एक ऐसा कंकाल बना सकते हो जो मोटरसाइकिल चला रहा हो और जिससे आग की लपटें निकल रही हों? और मैं चाहती हूँ कि उस कंकाल ने एक पाइरेट (समुद्री डाकू) वाली टोपी पहनी हो। और उसके कंधे पर एक तोता हो। एक कंकाली तोता। या शायद एक निंजा कंकाल तोता? नहीं, वह कुछ ज्यादा ही हो जाएगा। लेकिन अगर बाइकर कंकाल ऐसी निंजा फेंकने वाली तलवारें चला सके जिनमें आग लगी हो, तो वह बहुत कूल लगेगा।

Yeah? Can you draw a skeleton riding a motorcycle with flames coming out of it? And I want a pirate hat on the skeleton. And a parrot on his shoulder. A skeleton parrot. Or maybe a ninja skeleton parrot? No, that would be overkill. But it'd be cool if the biker skeleton could be shooting some ninja throwing stars. That are on fire.

Yeah? Can you draw a skeleton riding a motorcycle with flames coming out of it? And I want a pirate hat on the skeleton. And a parrot on his shoulder. A skeleton parrot. Or maybe a ninja skeleton parrot? No, that would be overkill. But it'd be cool if the biker skeleton could be shooting some ninja throwing stars. That are on fire.

डॉ. मार्च, हम तो शतरंज के मोहरे हैं, और कुछ मोहरे दूसरों से ज़्यादा शक्तिशाली हैं। आप। मैं। वो। ये हम ही हैं जिनकी देवता तरसते हैं, इनकी लड़ाई इन्हीं पर है।

We're pieces on a gameboard, Dr. March, and some of us are more powerful than others. You. Me. Her. We're the ones the gods want. We're the ones they're fighting over.

We're pieces on a gameboard, Dr. March, and some of us are more powerful than others. You. Me. Her. We're the ones the gods want. We're the ones they're fighting over.

हम कुछ देर तक अपने बनाए फरिश्तों को देखते रहे, उस जगह को निहारते हुए जहाँ हम उस प्यारे, शांत पल में एक-दूसरे के बगल में लेटे थे। काश जो मैंने कहा था वह सच होता, काश हमने वाकई उस पहाड़ पर अपनी ऐसी छाप छोड़ी होती जो कभी न मिटे। पर मैं जानती थी कि अगली बर्फबारी के बाद, हमारे फरिश्ते उस सफेदी में कहीं खो जाएंगे और सिर्फ एक याद बनकर रह जाएंगे।

We studied our angels for a few moments more, looking at where we had lain side by side in that sweet, quiet moment. I wished what I’d said was true, that we had truly left our mark on the mountain. But I knew that after the next snowfall, our angels would disappear into the whiteness and be nothing more than a memory.

We studied our angels for a few moments more, looking at where we had lain side by side in that sweet, quiet moment. I wished what I’d said was true, that we had truly left our mark on the mountain. But I knew that after the next snowfall, our angels would disappear into the whiteness and be nothing more than a memory.

क्या तुमने कभी सांता क्लॉज वाला सूट पहनने की इच्छा जताई है?" "मैं हमेशा से ऐसा करना चाहता था," कार्टर ने बेहद संजीदा होकर कहा।

Have you ever wanted to put on a Santa suit?" "I have always wanted to do that," said Carter gravely.

Have you ever wanted to put on a Santa suit?" "I have always wanted to do that," said Carter gravely.

perfection (पूर्णता) तक पहुँचने में बहुत कोशिशें करनी पड़ती हैं।" उसने इस बात पर फिर से विचार करने के लिए थोड़ा विराम लिया। "खैर, सिवाय मेरे माता-पिता के। उन्होंने पहली ही बार में बाजी मार ली थी।" (एड्रियन)

Takes a lot of tries before you hit perfection." He paused to reconsider that. "Well, except for my parents. They got it on the first try." (Adrian)

Takes a lot of tries before you hit perfection." He paused to reconsider that. "Well, except for my parents. They got it on the first try." (Adrian)

कुछ हफ्ते पहले मैंने एड्रियन को इस अजीब तरह के चुनाव के बारे में बताया था: "डिमित्री तो बहुत प्यारे लगते हैं, है ना?" एड्रियन का जवाब भी उतना ही स्वाभाविक था: "बेशक, कम से कम ज़्यादातर महिलाओं की राय में।"

I’d mentioned this odd wardrobe choice to Adrian a couple of weeks ago: “Isn’t Dimitri hot?” Adrian’s response hadn’t been entirely unexpected: “Well, yeah, according to most women, at least.

I’d mentioned this odd wardrobe choice to Adrian a couple of weeks ago: “Isn’t Dimitri hot?” Adrian’s response hadn’t been entirely unexpected: “Well, yeah, according to most women, at least.

मैं उस गुफा की तरफ देखने से खुद को रोक नहीं पा रही थी, जहाँ दिमित्री था, जहाँ मेरी आत्मा का आधा हिस्सा बसा हुआ था।

I couldn't stop staring at the cave, back where Dimitri was, back where half of my soul was.

I couldn't stop staring at the cave, back where Dimitri was, back where half of my soul was.

क्या आकर्षण की बुनियाद यही होती थी? मुझे इसके बारे में भी कुछ नहीं पता था। बस एक बात जो मुझे पक्के तौर पर पता थी, वो यह कि यह चुंबन भी पिछले वाले की ही तरह था। ठीक-ठाक, पर इसने मुझे जरा भी रोमांचित नहीं किया। मेरा दिल बैठ गया। ज़रूर मुझमें ही कोई खोट है। हर कोई यही कहता रहता है कि मैं सामाजिक मेल-जोल में कितनी फिसड्डी हूँ। क्या इसका असर मेरे रोमांस पर भी पड़ रहा था? क्या मैं इतनी संवेदनहीन हूँ कि अपनी पूरी ज़िंदगी में कभी किसी बात को महसूस ही नहीं कर पाऊँगी?

Wasn’t that kind of the basis of passion? I didn’t know that either. The only thing I knew for sure was that this kiss had been a lot like the last one. Nice, but it didn’t blow me away. My heart sank. There was something wrong with me. Everyone was always going on about how socially inept I was. Did it extend to romance as well? Was I so cold that I’d spend my life never feeling anything?

Wasn’t that kind of the basis of passion? I didn’t know that either. The only thing I knew for sure was that this kiss had been a lot like the last one. Nice, but it didn’t blow me away. My heart sank. There was something wrong with me. Everyone was always going on about how socially inept I was. Did it extend to romance as well? Was I so cold that I’d spend my life never feeling anything?

मैं तो बस अपनी कुदरती काबिलियत पर भरोसा करता हूँ," एड्रियन ने ड्रैगन्स लेयर के शुरुआती बिंदु की तरफ टहलते हुए कहा। "जब आपके पास इस्तेमाल करने के लिए इतनी सारी प्रतिभा हो, तो असली खतरा जरूरत से ज्यादा होने में होता है।"

I just rely on natural talent," said Adrian, strolling up to the start of the Dragon's Lair. "When you have such a wealth of it to draw from, the danger comes from having too much.

I just rely on natural talent," said Adrian, strolling up to the start of the Dragon's Lair. "When you have such a wealth of it to draw from, the danger comes from having too much.

हर कोई गलती करता है। हर कोई चूक करता है। यही उसने की थी। ये खराब फैसला था, बस इतना ही। ऐसे प्यार करने वालों को आप कटी नहीं छोड़ते।

We all screw up. Everyone makes mistakes. That’s what she did. It was bad judgment, that’s all. You don’t cut off the people you love for mistakes like that.

We all screw up. Everyone makes mistakes. That’s what she did. It was bad judgment, that’s all. You don’t cut off the people you love for mistakes like that.

हम?" मैंने पूछा। "बेशक। हालात चाहे जो हों, मैं तुम्हें इस मुसीबत में अकेला नहीं छोड़ने वाली। तुम जानती हो कि मैं कभी तुम्हारा साथ नहीं छोड़ूँगी।"

We?" I asked. Of course. I'm not leaving you alone on this, no matter what. You know I'd never abandon you.

We?" I asked. Of course. I'm not leaving you alone on this, no matter what. You know I'd never abandon you.

एड्रियन का ध्यान अजीबोगरीब विषयों और चमकती-दमकती चीज़ों की तरफ बहुत जल्दी भटक जाता था।

Adrian was easily distractible by wacky topics and shiny objects.

Adrian was easily distractible by wacky topics and shiny objects.

तुम उलझन में लग रहे हो," एड्रियन ने कहा। मैंने अपना सिर हिलाया और एक लंबी सांस छोड़ी। "मुझे लगता है कि मैं हर बात पर जरूरत से ज्यादा सोच रही हूँ।" उसने गंभीरता से सिर हिलाया। "यही वजह है कि मैं कभी ऐसा करने की कोशिश नहीं करता।"

You look confused," said Adrian. I shook my head and sighed. "I think I'm just overthinking things." He nodded solemnly. "That's why I try to never do it.

You look confused," said Adrian. I shook my head and sighed. "I think I'm just overthinking things." He nodded solemnly. "That's why I try to never do it.

यह पहली बार नहीं था जब मुझे किसी महत्वपूर्ण मिशन के लिए बिस्तर से उठाया जा रहा था, लेकिन यह पहला मौका था जब मुझसे इतने व्यक्तिगत सवाल पूछे गए थे। "क्या आप अosexुअली हैं?"

This wasn’t the first time I’d been pulled out of bed for a crucial mission. It was, however, the first time I’d been subjected to such a personal line of questioning. “Are you a virgin?

This wasn’t the first time I’d been pulled out of bed for a crucial mission. It was, however, the first time I’d been subjected to such a personal line of questioning. “Are you a virgin?

यह अपने आप में काफी अजीब है—और जब मैं कहूँ कि कुछ अजीब है, तो समझ लो कि मामला वाकई गंभीर है।

That's pretty weird—and when I say something's weird, you know it's serious.

That's pretty weird—and when I say something's weird, you know it's serious.

रोज़ कभी भी ऐसा कुछ नहीं करती,' उसने पलटकर जवाब दिया। वह थोड़ा रुका और अपनी बात पर फिर से विचार करने लगा, और मैं कसम खाकर कह सकती हूँ कि उस पल उसके चेहरे पर मुस्कान की एक हल्की सी झलक थी। 'खैर, कम से कम ऐसी सार्वजनिक जगह पर तो बिल्कुल नहीं।' - दिमित्री बेलिकोव

Rose never would have done anything like that,' he countered. He paused to reconsider, and I could've sworn there was a hint of a smile there. 'Well at least not in such a public setting.'- Dimitri Belikov

Rose never would have done anything like that,' he countered. He paused to reconsider, and I could've sworn there was a hint of a smile there. 'Well at least not in such a public setting.'- Dimitri Belikov

म्म्म्। ओ पॉजिटिव, मेरी पसंदीदा।

Mmm. O positive, my favorite.

Mmm. O positive, my favorite.

"मुझे इस ऊनी कोट से क्या करना चाहिए? खासकर यहाँ, पाम स्प्रिंग्स में? उसने कहा, "इसमें सो जाओ। मेरा ख्याल करो।"

What am I supposed to do with a wool coat? Especially here in Palm Springs?” “Sleep with it,” he suggested. “Think of me.

What am I supposed to do with a wool coat? Especially here in Palm Springs?” “Sleep with it,” he suggested. “Think of me.

तुम खुद को खतरे में धकेलने से कभी नहीं डरतीं, लेकिन किसी को अपने दिल के करीब आने देने से बहुत डरती हो।

You aren't afraid of throwing yourself in the path of danger, but you're terrified of letting anyone in.

You aren't afraid of throwing yourself in the path of danger, but you're terrified of letting anyone in.

उसने अपना सिर थोड़ा तिरछा किया और अब भी मुझे उसी अजीब और असहज करने वाले अंदाज़ में देखता रहा। “कुछ बातें सच होती हैं, चाहे इंसान नशे में हो या होश में। तुम्हें यह बात पता होनी चाहिए। तुम तो हर वक्त तथ्यों (फै्ट्स) के हिसाब से ही चलती हो।” “हाँ, पर यह बात—" मैं उसके उस तरह देखने पर उससे बहस नहीं कर पाई। “मुझे जाना होगा। रुको… तुमने क्रॉस नहीं लिया।” मैंने उसे वह आगे बढ़ाया। उसने अपना सिर हिलाया। “इसे अपने पास ही रखो। मुझे लगता है कि मेरे जीवन को संतुलित रखने के लिए मेरे पास कुछ और है।”

He tilted his head to the side, still watching me in that same, disconcerting way. “Some things are true, drunk or sober. You should know that. You deal in facts all the time.” “Yeah, but this isn’t—” I couldn’t argue with him looking at me like that. “I have to go. Wait… you didn’t take the cross.” I held it out to him. He shook his head. “Keep it. I think I’ve got something else to help center my life.

He tilted his head to the side, still watching me in that same, disconcerting way. “Some things are true, drunk or sober. You should know that. You deal in facts all the time.” “Yeah, but this isn’t—” I couldn’t argue with him looking at me like that. “I have to go. Wait… you didn’t take the cross.” I held it out to him. He shook his head. “Keep it. I think I’ve got something else to help center my life.

नाबालिग," उसने उछलते हुए घोषणा की। "तुम कोई संत हो। बल्कि कोई देवी हो।"

Jailbait," he declared, leaping up. "You're a saint. A goddess, even.

Jailbait," he declared, leaping up. "You're a saint. A goddess, even.

उसने अपने नाखून मेरे रीढ़ की हड्डी में जकड़ लिए, और मेरे गाल पर होंठों को खिंचा, मेरे गर्दन के बीच से नीचे, अंत तक - मेरी ड्रेस के वी-नेक की गहराई तक। मैंने एक छोटी सी सांस रोकी, और उसने बस इतना ही किया, गर्दन के चारों ओर हल्के-फुल्के ढंग से, बस उत्तेजित करने के लिए।

My nails dug into his back, and he trailed his lips down the edge of my chin, down the center of my neck. He kept going until he reached the bottom of the dress’s V-neck. I let out a small gasp, and he kissed all around the neckline, just enough to tease.

My nails dug into his back, and he trailed his lips down the edge of my chin, down the center of my neck. He kept going until he reached the bottom of the dress’s V-neck. I let out a small gasp, and he kissed all around the neckline, just enough to tease.

"दोबारा ऐसा मत करना," उसने कड़े लहजे में कहा। "तो फिर मुझे किस मत करना," मैंने पलटकर जवाब दिया। उसने मुझे ऐसे घूरा मानो सदियाँ बीत गई हों। "मैं तुम्हें 'ज़ेन के सबक' इसलिए नहीं देता कि मुझे अपनी आवाज़ सुनना पसंद है। न ही इसलिए कि तुम मेरी एक और छात्रा हो। मैं यह तुम्हें नियंत्रण (कंट्रोल) सिखाने के लिए कर रहा हूँ।" "तुम बहुत बढ़िया काम कर रहे हो," मैंने ताना मारते हुए कहा।

Do not do that again," he said stiffly. "Don't kiss me back then," I retorted. He stared at me for what seemed like forever. "I don't give 'Zen lessons' to hear myself talk. I don't give them because you're another student. I'm doing this to teach you control." "You're doing a great job," I said bitterly.

Do not do that again," he said stiffly. "Don't kiss me back then," I retorted. He stared at me for what seemed like forever. "I don't give 'Zen lessons' to hear myself talk. I don't give them because you're another student. I'm doing this to teach you control." "You're doing a great job," I said bitterly.

क्या तुमने अभी-अभी एक ही वाक्य में जुक्स्टापोज़िशन (विरोधाभास/सह-स्थिति) शब्द का इस्तेमाल किया?" "हाँ, सेज," उसने बड़े सब्र से कहा। "हम कला के क्षेत्र में अक्सर इसका इस्तेमाल करते हैं... और दूसरी बात यह कि मुझे डिक्शनरी का इस्तेमाल करना आता है।"

Did you just use juxtaposition in a sentence?" "Yes, Sage" he said patiently. "We use it all the time with art, ... That, and I know how to use a dictionary

Did you just use juxtaposition in a sentence?" "Yes, Sage" he said patiently. "We use it all the time with art, ... That, and I know how to use a dictionary

नहीं, शुक्रिया," एड्रियन ने कहा। "ये हाथ लड़ने-झगड़ने जैसे कामों में खुद को गंदा नहीं करते।"

No, thank you," said Adrian. "These hands don't sully themselves with fighting.

No, thank you," said Adrian. "These hands don't sully themselves with fighting.

ब्रायडेन ने मेरी आँखों को देखा। उसकी आँखें हैथी-भूरे रंग की थीं, लगभग एडी की तरह, पर उनमें थोड़ी पीली चमक थी। एडी के आँखों जितनी पीली नहीं, बेशक। किसी की आँखों में इतनी अद्भुत पीली रंगत नहीं होती।

Brayden met my eyes. His were hazel, almost like Eddie’s but with a little green. Not as much green as Adrian’s, of course. No one’s eyes were that amazingly green.

Brayden met my eyes. His were hazel, almost like Eddie’s but with a little green. Not as much green as Adrian’s, of course. No one’s eyes were that amazingly green.

यह एक घटिया बहाना था, और मैं जानती थी कि क्लास रद्द करने की असली वजह यह नहीं थी। अगर वह मुझसे बचना ही चाहता था, तो बेहतर होता कि वह कोई झूठी कहानी बनाता—जैसे कि उसे और दूसरे गार्ड्स को मोरोई की सुरक्षा बढ़ानी है या फिर कोई बेहद गोपनीय निंजा मूव्स की प्रैक्टिस करनी है।

It was a lame excuse, and I knew that wasn't the reason he was canceling. If he wanted to avoid me, I would have preferred he made up something about how he and the other guardians had to up Moroi security or practice top-secret ninja moves.

It was a lame excuse, and I knew that wasn't the reason he was canceling. If he wanted to avoid me, I would have preferred he made up something about how he and the other guardians had to up Moroi security or practice top-secret ninja moves.

दरवाज़ा खुला, और हमारे सामने पचास की उम्र के एक शख्स आए, जिनकी सुनहरी दाढ़ी बिखरी हुई थी। उन्होंने बरमूडा शॉर्ट्स और लेनर्ड स्किनर्ड (Lynyrd Skynyrd) की टी-शर्ट पहनी हुई थी। इसके अलावा, उनकी एक आँख पर पट्टी बंधी थी। "यह अविश्वसनीय है," मैंने एड्रियन को फुसफुसाते हुए सुना। "मेरी कल्पनाओं से भी परे।"

The door opened, and we were met by a fifty-something man with a grizzled blond beard. He was wearing Bermuda shorts and a Lynyrd Skynyrd T-shirt. Also, he had an eye patch. "This is incredible," I heard Adrian murmur. "Beyond my wildest dreams.

The door opened, and we were met by a fifty-something man with a grizzled blond beard. He was wearing Bermuda shorts and a Lynyrd Skynyrd T-shirt. Also, he had an eye patch. "This is incredible," I heard Adrian murmur. "Beyond my wildest dreams.

तो क्या तुम लोग मेरा धर्म बदलने आए हो या मुझे घर की बाहरी दीवार (साइल्डिंग) बेचने आए हो?

So. Are you guys here to convert me or sell me siding?

So. Are you guys here to convert me or sell me siding?

उसका तुम्हें तारों और फूलों के मुकुट से पहचानना होगा, और फिर जब तुम उसे अपने बिस्तर पर ले जाकर उससे तुम्हें प्यार का वादा करोगे, तो तुम मुझसे अपनी वफ़ादारी जताना लोगे।

You’ll know her by a crown of stars and flowers, and then when you take her to your bed and claim her, you will swear your loyalty to me.

You’ll know her by a crown of stars and flowers, and then when you take her to your bed and claim her, you will swear your loyalty to me.

दिमित्री और ताशा वाली बात मेरे दिमाग से निकल ही नहीं रही थी, लेकिन कम से कम सामान पैक करने और तैयारी में जुटने की वजह से मेरा पूरा ध्यान उस पर नहीं भटक रहा था। खैर, 95 प्रतिशत ध्यान तो फिर भी उसी पर था।

It was impossible to get the Dimitri and Tasha thing out of my head, but at least packing and getting ready made sure I didn't devote 100 percent of my brain power to him. More like 95 percent.

It was impossible to get the Dimitri and Tasha thing out of my head, but at least packing and getting ready made sure I didn't devote 100 percent of my brain power to him. More like 95 percent.

शायद बाकी सबको खाने से तुम्हारी यह दूरी क्यूट लगती होगी - पर मुझे नहीं। मैंने तुम्हें जिल को घूरते हुए देखा है। यह रही एक कड़वी सच्चाई: तुम कभी भी, किसी भी कीमत पर उसका शरीर नहीं पा सकतीं। कभी नहीं। यह नामुमकिन है। वह मोरोई है। तुम इंसान हो। यह जीव विज्ञान (बायोलॉजी) है। तुम्हारा शरीर बहुत अच्छा है, जिसके लिए ज़्यादातर इंसान जान छिड़केंगे - और अगर तुम थोड़ा सा वजन बढ़ा लो तो तुम और भी ज्यादा खूबसूरत लगोगी। पाँच पाउंड वजन बढ़ाना एक अच्छी शुरुआत होगी। अपनी पसलियों को थोड़ा छुपाओ। ब्रा का साइज़ थोड़ा बड़ा करो।

Maybe everyone else thinks your aversion to food is cute- but not me. I've watched you watch Jill. Here's some tough love: you will never, ever have her body. Ever. It's impossible. She's Moroi. You're human. That's biology. You have a great one, one that most humans would kill for- and you'd look even better if you put on a little weight. Five pounds would be a good start. Hide the ribs. Get a bigger bra size

Maybe everyone else thinks your aversion to food is cute- but not me. I've watched you watch Jill. Here's some tough love: you will never, ever have her body. Ever. It's impossible. She's Moroi. You're human. That's biology. You have a great one, one that most humans would kill for- and you'd look even better if you put on a little weight. Five pounds would be a good start. Hide the ribs. Get a bigger bra size

रोज़ हेथवे: "तुम्हें कुछ पसंद आया?" दिमित्री बेलिकोव: "कपड़े पहनो।"

Rose Hathaway: "You see something you like?" Dimitri Belikov: "Get dressed.

Rose Hathaway: "You see something you like?" Dimitri Belikov: "Get dressed.

हर किसी के आस-पास रौशनी होती है, सिवाय तुम के। तुम्हारे चारों ओर छायाएं हैं।

Everyone has light around them, except for you. You have shadows.

Everyone has light around them, except for you. You have shadows.

"मैं तो इस सफर के शुरू होने का इंतज़ार नहीं कर पा रहा," उसने कहा। "रोज़, हम दोनों बहुत मज़े करने वाले हैं। परदे चुनना, एक-दूसरे के बाल बनाना, भूतों की कहानियाँ सुनना..." "भूतों की कहानियाँ" का यह ज़िक्र मेरे दिल को कुछ ज़्यादा ही चीर गया, जितना कि मैं सहज महसूस कर पा रही थी। ऐसा नहीं था कि परदे चुनना या क्रिश्चियन के बाल सँवारना मुझे कुछ ज़्यादा ही लुभा रहा था।

I can't wait until this show gets on the road," he said. "You and me are going to have so much fun, Rose. Picking out curtains, doing each other's hair, telling ghost stories..." The reference to "ghost stories" hit a little closer to home than I was comfortable with. Not that choosing curtains or brushing Christian's hair was much more appealing.

I can't wait until this show gets on the road," he said. "You and me are going to have so much fun, Rose. Picking out curtains, doing each other's hair, telling ghost stories..." The reference to "ghost stories" hit a little closer to home than I was comfortable with. Not that choosing curtains or brushing Christian's hair was much more appealing.

भले ही मैं उससे कितनी भी नफरत करती थी, पर मुझे मानना ही पड़ा कि वह दिमित्री बेली-जो भी उसका नाम था, काफी समझदार था

My hatred notwithstanding, I had to admit Dimitri Beli-whatever was pretty smart

My hatred notwithstanding, I had to admit Dimitri Beli-whatever was pretty smart

रोज़ हेथवे: "क्या वह सही था?" दिमित्री बेलिकोव: "कौन?" रोज़ हेथवे: "विक्टर... उसने कहा था कि यह काम नहीं कर सकता था। वह लॉकेट।" दिमित्री बेलिकोव: "तुम्हारा क्या मतलब है?" रोज़ हेथवे: "वह जादू। विक्टर ने कहा था कि इसके काम करने के लिए तुम्हारा मुझे चाहना ज़रूरी था... मुझसे परवाह करना ज़रूरी था। क्या तुम चाहते थे? क्या तुम मुझे चाहते थे?" दिमित्री बेलिकोव: "हाँ, रोज़ा। मैं तुम्हें चाहता था। मैं आज भी चाहता हूँ। काश... हम साथ हो सकते।"

Rose Hathaway: "Was he right?” Dimitri Belikov: "Who?” Rose Hathaway: "Victor…he said it couldn't have worked. The necklace.” Dimitri Belikov: "What do you mean?” Rose Hathaway: "The spell. Victor said you had to want me…to care about me…for it to work. Did you? Did you want me?” Dimitri Belikov: "Yes, Roza. I did want you. I still do. I wish…we could be together.” (Vampire Academy)

Rose Hathaway: "Was he right?” Dimitri Belikov: "Who?” Rose Hathaway: "Victor…he said it couldn't have worked. The necklace.” Dimitri Belikov: "What do you mean?” Rose Hathaway: "The spell. Victor said you had to want me…to care about me…for it to work. Did you? Did you want me?” Dimitri Belikov: "Yes, Roza. I did want you. I still do. I wish…we could be together.” (Vampire Academy)

अब वो तुम्हें भूखी निगाहों से देखता था, जैसे किसी भूखे आदमी को मांस चाहिए हो। अब तो ऐसा लगता है जैसे वो और भी चाटना चाहता है।

Dorian used to watch you like a starving man who wants meat. Now he looks at you like he wants seconds.

Dorian used to watch you like a starving man who wants meat. Now he looks at you like he wants seconds.

हे भगवान," मैंने कहा। "यह पिशाचों का अब तक का सबसे घिसा-पिटा खाना है।" "सिर्फ तब जब यह कच्चा होता। तुम्हें क्या लगता है?" "यह अच्छा है," मैंने अनिच्छा से कहा। किसे पता था कि बेकन इतना बड़ा अंतर ले आएगा? "सच में बहुत अच्छा। मुझे लगता है कि जब लिसा काम करके लाखों डॉलर कमाएगी, तब तुम्हारे पास एक गृहिणी के रूप में एक शानदार भविष्य है।" "मज़ेदार बात है, यही तो मेरा सपना है।"

Good God," I said. "This is the most stereotypical vampire food ever." "Only if it was raw. What do you think?" "It's good," I said reluctantly. Who knew that bacon would have made all the difference? "Really good. I think you have a promising future as a housewife while Lissa works and makes millions of dollars." "Funny, that's exactly my dream.

Good God," I said. "This is the most stereotypical vampire food ever." "Only if it was raw. What do you think?" "It's good," I said reluctantly. Who knew that bacon would have made all the difference? "Really good. I think you have a promising future as a housewife while Lissa works and makes millions of dollars." "Funny, that's exactly my dream.

लोग अक्सर इस बात में उलझ जाते हैं कि उनके पास क्या नहीं है और इसी वजह से ज़िंदगी के बोझ तले दब जाते हैं। असली खुशी तो वर्तमान में जीने में है। यह बहुत ज़रूरी है कि हमारे पास जो पल हैं, हम उनका पूरा आनंद लें। भविष्य पर नज़र ज़रूर रखो, लेकिन आज (वर्तमान) को जीना मत भूलो।

People get too caught up in what they don't have and get bogged down as a result. There's joy in the present. It's important to just make the most of the these moments we have. Keep an eye on the future, but don't forget to enjoy NOW.

People get too caught up in what they don't have and get bogged down as a result. There's joy in the present. It's important to just make the most of the these moments we have. Keep an eye on the future, but don't forget to enjoy NOW.

ज़रूर मैं किसी जादुई नींद में सोई हुई कोई राजकुमारी हूँ। किसी भी दिन यह सपना—नहीं, बुरा सपना खत्म हो जाएगा, और मुझे मेरा राजकुमार और हैप्पी एंडिंग मिल जाएगी।

Surely I must be a princess in an enchanted sleep. Any day now, this dream-no, nightmare would end, and I’d get my prince and happy ending.

Surely I must be a princess in an enchanted sleep. Any day now, this dream-no, nightmare would end, and I’d get my prince and happy ending.

रोज़ा। उसकी आवाज़ में वही ख़ूबसूरत, गहराइयों का असर था, वही अंदाज़... सब कुछ बस ज़्यादा ठंडा था। "तुमने मेरी पहली सीख को भुला दिया: संकोच मत करना।"

Roza." His voice had that same wonderful lowness, the same accent . . . it was all just colder. "You forgot my first lesson: Don’t hesitate.

Roza." His voice had that same wonderful lowness, the same accent . . . it was all just colder. "You forgot my first lesson: Don’t hesitate.

परिभाषा के अनुसार, अमर कभी नहीं मरते। बात खत्म।

Immortals are, by definition, immortal. End of story.

Immortals are, by definition, immortal. End of story.

तुम हमेशा के लिए मेरे दिलो-दिमाग में बस चुके हो

You're burned into my mind forever

You're burned into my mind forever

पीटर ने समझाया, "जब मैंने उससे थोड़ी देर पहले बात की, तो उसने कहा कि उसे आज रात काम करना है, लेकिन हमें उसके लिए नाम निकाल लेना चाहिए।" मैंने असहज होकर पूछा, "नाम निकालना?" "हे भगवान। मुझे बताओ कि आज रात पिकनरी खेलने की रात नहीं है।" पीटर ने थक कर आह भरी। "गुप्त सांता के लिए नाम निकालना। क्या तुम मेरे भेजे हुए ईमेल भी पढ़ती हो?" मैंने कहा, "गुप्त सांता? ऐसा लगता है जैसे हमने अभी-अभी यह किया था।" पीटर ने कहा, "हाँ, एक साल पहले। बिल्कुल वैसे ही जैसे हम हर क्रिसमस करते हैं।"

When I talked to him earlier, he said he had to work tonight,” Peter explained, “but that we should go ahead and draw for him.” “Draw?” I asked uneasily. “Oh Lord. Tell me it’s not Pictionary night too.” Peter sighed wearily. “Draw for secret Santas. Do you even read the e-mails I send?” “Secret Santas? Seems like we just did that,” I said. “Yeah, a year ago,” said Peter. “Just like we do very Christmas.

When I talked to him earlier, he said he had to work tonight,” Peter explained, “but that we should go ahead and draw for him.” “Draw?” I asked uneasily. “Oh Lord. Tell me it’s not Pictionary night too.” Peter sighed wearily. “Draw for secret Santas. Do you even read the e-mails I send?” “Secret Santas? Seems like we just did that,” I said. “Yeah, a year ago,” said Peter. “Just like we do very Christmas.

देखो, मुझे गलत नहीं समझना। मैं इस आदमी के कदमों के नीचे जमीन का सम्मान करता हूँ। मैं आज रात उससे मिलने के लिए बहुत उत्साहित हूँ। मैं आज रात उससे मिलने के लिए बेताब हूँ। अगर वह मुझे उठा ले जाता और मुझे अपना प्रेम दास बना लेता, तो मैं ऐसा करती, बशर्ते मुझे उसकी किताबों की अग्रिम प्रतियां मिलें।

Look, don’t get me wrong. I worship the ground this guy walks on. I’m excited to meet him tonight. I’m dying to meet him tonight. If he wanted to carry me off and make me his love slave, I’d do it, so long as I got advance copies of his books.

Look, don’t get me wrong. I worship the ground this guy walks on. I’m excited to meet him tonight. I’m dying to meet him tonight. If he wanted to carry me off and make me his love slave, I’d do it, so long as I got advance copies of his books.

उसने मुस्कुराकर मेरी नाक पर हल्के से टपकाया। "दो दिनों में दो बार शुक्रिया। मुझे नहीं लगता कि मुझे कोई, आ... विशेष आभार देखने को मिलेगा।" मैंने मुँह बनाते हुए कहा। "नहीं बिल्कुल नहीं। तुम्हें बस इसकी कल्पना करनी होगी।" उसने मुझे आधा गले लगाया और छोड़ दिया। "चलो ठीक है। लेकिन मेरी कल्पना शक्ति बहुत अच्छी है।"

He smiled and tapped my nose. "Two thank-yous in as many days. I don't suppose I'll get to see any, uh, special gratitude?" I scoffed. "Nope. You'll just have to imagine it." He gave me a half-hug and released me. "Fair enough. But I have a good imagination.

He smiled and tapped my nose. "Two thank-yous in as many days. I don't suppose I'll get to see any, uh, special gratitude?" I scoffed. "Nope. You'll just have to imagine it." He gave me a half-hug and released me. "Fair enough. But I have a good imagination.

अच्छा, मुझे यह बताओ: मान लो तुम उसे दोबारा अगवा करके मॉल ले जाते हो। और वहाँ पहुँचने पर एक स्ट्रिगोइ (पिशाच) तुम पर हमला कर देता है। तब तुम क्या करोगे? यह इस बात पर निर्भर करता है कि हम किस दुकान के अंदर हैं।

So, tell me this: suppose you manage to kidnap her again and take her off to the mall. While you're there a Strigoi comes at you. What will you do? Depends on what store we're in.

So, tell me this: suppose you manage to kidnap her again and take her off to the mall. While you're there a Strigoi comes at you. What will you do? Depends on what store we're in.

इंसानियत यही तो है: सफलताओं और असफलताओं का एक सिलसिला, अपने स्वभाव और योग्यता की एक परीक्षा। न तो शरीर और न ही आत्मा ऐसी स्थिति को लंबे आख़िरकार यह इंसान को अंदर से खोखला कर देती है।

That's what humanity is: a series of successes and failures, a testing of one's own nature and aptitude. Neither the body nor the soul can sustain such a state. Eventually it consumes a person

That's what humanity is: a series of successes and failures, a testing of one's own nature and aptitude. Neither the body nor the soul can sustain such a state. Eventually it consumes a person

"हां," उसने कियो से कहा, आवाज में बिलकुल भावना नहीं थी। "मुझे समझ में आया। फिर से तुम्हारी बारी है।"

Oh," he said to Kiyo, voice completely devoid of emotion. "I see. It's your turn again.

Oh," he said to Kiyo, voice completely devoid of emotion. "I see. It's your turn again.

वह धीरे से हँसती हुई बोली। "थैरेपी इस बारे में कम है कि मैं क्या सोचती हूँ, और इस बारे में ज़्यादा है कि तुम क्या सोचती हो।" "तो फिर इसे करने का मतलब ही क्या है?" "क्योंकि हम हमेशा यह नहीं जानते कि हम वास्तव में क्या सोच या महसूस कर रहे हैं। जब आपके पास कोई मार्गदर्शक हो, तो चीज़ों को समझना आसान हो जाता है। आप अक्सर पाएँगी कि आप पहले से जानती हैं कि क्या करना है। मैं आपसे सवाल पूछने और उन जगहों पर जाने में मदद कर सकती हूँ जहाँ आप शायद खुद से न पहुँच पातीं।" "खैर, तुम सवाल पूछने वाले हिस्से में अच्छी हो।" मैंने सूखे लहजे में कहा।

She laughed softly. "Therapy isn't so much about what I think as you do." "Then why do it at all?" "Because we don't always know what it is we're thinking or feeling. When you have a guide, it's easier to figure things out. You'll often discover that you already know what to do. I can help you ask questions and go places you mihgt not have on your own." "Well, you're good at the qujestion part." I noted dryly.

She laughed softly. "Therapy isn't so much about what I think as you do." "Then why do it at all?" "Because we don't always know what it is we're thinking or feeling. When you have a guide, it's easier to figure things out. You'll often discover that you already know what to do. I can help you ask questions and go places you mihgt not have on your own." "Well, you're good at the qujestion part." I noted dryly.

एल्केमी (रसायन शास्त्र) शब्द में "मैं" (Me) नहीं होता। खैर, उच्चारण के हिसाब سے तो होता है, पर बात वह नहीं है।

There was no "me" in Alchemy. Well, phonetically there was, but that wasn't the point.

There was no "me" in Alchemy. Well, phonetically there was, but that wasn't the point.

मैं वैसी नहीं हूँ। मुझे तो हर हाल में सच्चाई ही चाहिए।

Not me. Give me honesty anytime.

Not me. Give me honesty anytime.

तुम कैसे हो, गुरुदेव? मुझे पता है कि तुम्हें ड्रेस कोड की चिंता करने की ज़रूरत नहीं है। क्या तुमने इस सप्ताहांत पर अपने अल्केमिस्ट स्पा में मज़े किया?

What about you, Sage? I know we don't have to worry about you violating the dress code. Did you have fun at your Alchemist spa this weekend?

What about you, Sage? I know we don't have to worry about you violating the dress code. Did you have fun at your Alchemist spa this weekend?

क्या इसे सीधा नहीं पलटा जाना चाहिए?" मैंने पूछा। "नहीं," उसने ताश के पत्तों पर नज़र टिकाए हुए कहा। कई पलों की भारी खामोशी के बाद, उसने कहा, "तुम उस चीज़ का नाश कर दोगे जो मरा हुआ नहीं है।" मैंने उसके आगे बोलने के लिए लगभग तीस सेकंड इंतज़ार किया, लेकिन उसने कुछ नहीं कहा। "रुको, बस इतना ही?" उसने सिर हिलाया। "ताश के पत्ते मुझे यही बता रहे हैं।"

Shouldn't that be flipped right-side up?" I asked. "No," she said, eyes on the cards. After several moments of heavy silence, said, "You will destroy that which is undead." I waited about thirty seconds for her to continue, but she didn't. "Wait, that's it?" She nodded. "That's what the cards say to me.

Shouldn't that be flipped right-side up?" I asked. "No," she said, eyes on the cards. After several moments of heavy silence, said, "You will destroy that which is undead." I waited about thirty seconds for her to continue, but she didn't. "Wait, that's it?" She nodded. "That's what the cards say to me.

हमें अंदर चलना चाहिए। मुझे लगता है कि मेरा हेयर जेल जम चुका है।

We need to get inside. I think my hair gel’s frozen.

We need to get inside. I think my hair gel’s frozen.

मोहक होना मेरा शौक है।

Being charming is my hobby.

Being charming is my hobby.

हमारी निगाहें मिलीं, और ऐसा बहुत कुछ unspoken था। उस पल, मैं उसके साथ उस tent में नहीं था, उन लोगों से भाग रहा नहीं था जो हमें खलनायक मानते थे। कोई हत्यारा पकड़ने की चिंता नहीं थी, कोई Strigoi का दर्द झेलने की जरूरत नहीं थी। बस हम दोनों थे, और उन भावनाओं का जो लंबे समय से हमारे बीच जलता आ रहा था।

Our gazes locked, so much passing between us. In those moments, I wasn't in a tent with him, on the run from those who regarded us as villains. There was no murderer to catch, no Strigoi trauma to overcome. There was just him and me and the feelings that had burned between us for so long.

Our gazes locked, so much passing between us. In those moments, I wasn't in a tent with him, on the run from those who regarded us as villains. There was no murderer to catch, no Strigoi trauma to overcome. There was just him and me and the feelings that had burned between us for so long.

उसकी आँखें ताश के पत्तों पर फड़कीं, दिमित्री को देखा, और फिर वापस पत्तों पर देखने लगीं। उसका चेहरा भावशून्य था। "तुम उस चीज़ को खो दोगे जिसकी तुम सबसे ज़्यादा परवाह करती हो, इसलिए जब तक मुमकिन हो इसे सहेज कर रखो।" उसने फॉर्च्यून व्हील यानी भाग्य के पहिए वाले कार्ड की तरफ इशारा किया। "यह पहिया घूम रहा है, हमेशा घूम रहा है।"

Her eyes flicked over the cards, looked at Dimitri, then looked back at the cards. Her expression was blank. "You will lose what you value most, so treasure it while you can." She pointed to the Wheel of Fortune card. "The wheel is turning, always turning.

Her eyes flicked over the cards, looked at Dimitri, then looked back at the cards. Her expression was blank. "You will lose what you value most, so treasure it while you can." She pointed to the Wheel of Fortune card. "The wheel is turning, always turning.

अपने जैसे लोगों की सबसे बेहतरीन जूरी (निर्णायक मंडल) अगर आपको कोई मिल सकती है... तो वह खुद आप हैं। सिर्फ आप ही जानते हैं कि आप क्या करने में सक्षम हैं और आप क्या बनना चाहते हैं।

The best jury of your peers that you’ll ever find is…well, you. Only you know what you’re capable of and what you want to be.

The best jury of your peers that you’ll ever find is…well, you. Only you know what you’re capable of and what you want to be.

मेरा दिल टूट गया। मेरी दुनिया बिखर गई

My heart shattered. My world shattered

My heart shattered. My world shattered

तुमने जो कुछ भी कहा, उससे मेरे मन में जो भी है, कुछ बदलने वाला नहीं है। मैं तुम्हें बहुत समय से समझ चुकी हूँ... और यह सब बहुत अच्छा है।

Nothing he said could change what I think of you. I've had my mind made up about you for a long time... and it's all good.

Nothing he said could change what I think of you. I've had my mind made up about you for a long time... and it's all good.

रोज़!" मैंने अपनी दाईं ओर देखा और एड्रियन को लॉन को पार करते हुए मेरी तरफ आते देखा, उसे इस बात की कोई परवाह नहीं थी कि पिघलती हुई बर्फ उसके डिज़ाइनर जूतों का क्या हाल कर रही है। "क्या तुमने अभी मुझे 'रोज़' कहा?" मैंने पूछा। "और 'छोटी धाम्पिर' नहीं? मुझे नहीं लगता कि ऐसा कभी हुआ है।" "यह अक्सर होता है," उसने मेरे पास पहुँचते हुए जवाब दिया।

Rose!" I looked to my right and saw Adrian cutting across the lawn toward me, oblivious to the slush's effects on his designer shoes. "Did you just call me 'Rose'?" I asked. "And not 'little dhampir'? I don't think that's ever happened." "It happens all the time," he countered, catching up to me.

Rose!" I looked to my right and saw Adrian cutting across the lawn toward me, oblivious to the slush's effects on his designer shoes. "Did you just call me 'Rose'?" I asked. "And not 'little dhampir'? I don't think that's ever happened." "It happens all the time," he countered, catching up to me.

इतिहास बहुत महत्वपूर्ण है क्योंकि यह हमें हमारे अतीत के बारे में सिखाता है। और अतीत के बारे में जानकर ही आप वर्तमान को समझ पाते हैं, ताकि आप भविष्य के लिए समझदारी भरे फैसले ले सकें।

History is important because it teaches us about past. And by learning about the past, ypu come to understand the present, so that you may make educated decisions about the future.

History is important because it teaches us about past. And by learning about the past, ypu come to understand the present, so that you may make educated decisions about the future.

मैंने तभी तय कर लिया कि अगर वे दोनों लोग जिन्हें मैं सबसे ज्यादा प्यार करती थी, सुरक्षित हैं, तो मैं इस दुनिया को छोड़ सकती हूँ। आखिरकार मौत मुझे अपने आगोश में ले सकती थी। और मैंने अपना मकसद पूरा कर लिया था, है ना? रक्षा करना? मैंने वह कर दिखाया था। मैंने लिसा को बचा लिया था, बिल्कुल वैसे ही जैसे मैंने हमेशा कसम खाई थी। मैं युद्ध के मैदान में मर रही थी। मेरे पास कोई अपॉइंटमेंट बुक नहीं थी।

I decided then that if the two people I loved most were safe, I could leave this world. The dead could finally have me. And Iʹd fulfilled my purpose, right? To protect? Iʹd done it. Iʹd saved Lissa, just like Iʹd sworn Iʹd always do. I was dying in battle. No appointment books for me.

I decided then that if the two people I loved most were safe, I could leave this world. The dead could finally have me. And Iʹd fulfilled my purpose, right? To protect? Iʹd done it. Iʹd saved Lissa, just like Iʹd sworn Iʹd always do. I was dying in battle. No appointment books for me.

यह काहलुआ है,Sage। मीठे और कॉफी के स्वाद से भरपूर।

It’s Kahlua, Sage. Packed with sugar and coffee flavor.

It’s Kahlua, Sage. Packed with sugar and coffee flavor.

क्या किसी चुड़ैल दादी का होना अजीब था? डरावना? क्या वह हमेशा, जैसे, बुरा करने पर जादू-टोना करने की धमकी देती थीं? "ज़्यादातर समय वह बस मुझे मेरे कमरे में बंद करने की धमकी देती थीं।" "यह मुझे इतना डरावना नहीं लगता।" "ऐसा इसलिए क्योंकि तुम उससे मिली नहीं हो।"

Was it weird having a witch grandma? Scary? Was she always, like, threatening to cast spells if you were bad?" "Most of the time she just threatened to send me to my room." "That doesn't sound so scary to me." "That's because you haven't met her.

Was it weird having a witch grandma? Scary? Was she always, like, threatening to cast spells if you were bad?" "Most of the time she just threatened to send me to my room." "That doesn't sound so scary to me." "That's because you haven't met her.

सामान्य परिस्थितियों में, तुम्हारा मुझे अपने बेडरूम में बुलाना मेरे दिन का सबसे बेहतरीन पल होता।

Under normal circumstances, you inviting me to the bedroom would be the highlight of my day.

Under normal circumstances, you inviting me to the bedroom would be the highlight of my day.

माफ़ करना, सेज। जहाँ तक मुझे याद है, तुम सामाजिक मामलों की एक्सपर्ट नहीं हो..." "कम से कम मैं कुछ करती तो हूँ। और तुम? तुम दुनिया को अपने आगे से यूं ही गुजर जाने देती हो। तुम्हारी रीढ़ में दम नहीं है। तुम मुकाबला नहीं करती।" "तुम मेरे बारे में कुछ नहीं जानते, एड्रियन इवाशकोव। मैं डटकर मुकाबला करती हूँ।"

Sorry, Sage. Last I checked, you aren’t an expert in social matters..." "At least I take action. You? You let the world go by without you. You have no spine. You don’t fight back." “You don’t know the first thing about me, Adrian Ivashkov. I fight back plenty.

Sorry, Sage. Last I checked, you aren’t an expert in social matters..." "At least I take action. You? You let the world go by without you. You have no spine. You don’t fight back." “You don’t know the first thing about me, Adrian Ivashkov. I fight back plenty.

कुछ लोग बस पढ़ने का आनंद लेते हैं।

Some people read books for fun.

Some people read books for fun.

उसने कंधे उचकाए। "यह भी बाकी सबकी तरह ही है। यह लोगों को अपने बारे में बेहतर महसूस कराने का एक तरीका है। हर कोई खास महसूस करना पसंद करता है। एक कुलीन समूह का हिस्सा बनना ऐसा करने का एक तरीका है।" "लेकिन तुम इसका हिस्सा नहीं थे?" "ज़रूरत ही नहीं है। मैं पहले से जानता हूँ कि मैं खास हूँ।"

He shrugged. "The same as any other. It's a way to make people feel better about themselves. Everyone likes feeling special. Being part of an elite group is a way to do that." "But you weren't part of it?" "No need. I already know I'm special.

He shrugged. "The same as any other. It's a way to make people feel better about themselves. Everyone likes feeling special. Being part of an elite group is a way to do that." "But you weren't part of it?" "No need. I already know I'm special.

प्यार और वफादारी, खून के रिश्तों से भी गहरे होते हैं।" मुझे यह कोट (कथन) बहुत पसंद है, भले ही मैंने यह किताब अभी तक नहीं पढ़ी है।

Love and Loyalty, run deeper than blood." Love that quote even though I haven't read the book.

Love and Loyalty, run deeper than blood." Love that quote even though I haven't read the book.

एक बार जब मैं नौवीं कक्षा में था, तो मुझे एक कविता पर निबंध लिखना था। उसकी एक पंक्ति थी, 'अगर तुम्हारी आँखें खुली न हों तो तुम सपने देखने और जागने के बीच का अंतर नहीं समझ पाओगे।' उस समय उस बात का मेरे लिए कोई खास मतलब नहीं था। आख़िरकार क्लास में एक लड़का था जो मुझे पसंद था, तो भला मुझसे यह उम्मीद कैसे की जा सकती थी कि मैं साहित्यिक विश्लेषण पर ध्यान दूँ? अब तीन साल बाद, मैं उस कविता को पूरी तरह समझ गया हूँ।

ONCE WHEN I WAS ninth grade i had to write a paper on a poem. One of the lines was"If your eyes weren't open you wouldn't know the difference between dreaming and waking' It hadn't meant meant much to me at the time. After all there'd been a guy in the class that i liked so how could i be expected to pay attention to literary analysis? Now three year later i understand the poem perfectly.

ONCE WHEN I WAS ninth grade i had to write a paper on a poem. One of the lines was"If your eyes weren't open you wouldn't know the difference between dreaming and waking' It hadn't meant meant much to me at the time. After all there'd been a guy in the class that i liked so how could i be expected to pay attention to literary analysis? Now three year later i understand the poem perfectly.

रोजी, तुम्हारे बारे में बहुत बातें हुई हैं। चिंता मत करो। ये सब अच्छा नहीं था।

I've heard a lot about you, Rose. Don't worry. It was all good." "No, it wasn't.

I've heard a lot about you, Rose. Don't worry. It was all good." "No, it wasn't.

इतनी जल्दबाज़ी मत करो," उसने चेतावनी दी। "अपनी ताक़त बचाकर रखो। अगर तुम मरे हुओं से लड़ने के लिए कुछ ज़्यादा ही उत्सुक हो, तो हो सकता है तुम खुद भी उन्हीं में जा मिलो। फिर तुम कभी हमसे नहीं मिल पाओगे, और हमें बहुत दुख होगा।" "हाँ," क्रिश्चियन ने कहा। "मैं हर रात अपने तकिए में मुँह छिपाकर रोऊँगा।" मैंने उसे लात मारने की इच्छा को मुश्किल से दबाया। "खैर, अगर मैं स्ट्रिगोई बन गया तो मैं मिलने नहीं आ सकता, हाँ, लेकिन उम्मीद है कि मैं बस एक सामान्य मौत मरूँगा। तब मैं एक भूत बनकर तुमसे मिलने आ सकता हूँ।"

Don't be too hasty," she warned. "Conserve your strength. If you're too eager to fight the undead, you may find yourselves joining them. Then you'd never see us again, and we'd be very sad." "Yes," said Christian. "I'd cry into my pillow every night." I resisted the urge to kick him. "Well, I couldn't visit if I was Strigoi, yeah, but hopefully I'd just die a normal death. Then I could come see you as a ghost.

Don't be too hasty," she warned. "Conserve your strength. If you're too eager to fight the undead, you may find yourselves joining them. Then you'd never see us again, and we'd be very sad." "Yes," said Christian. "I'd cry into my pillow every night." I resisted the urge to kick him. "Well, I couldn't visit if I was Strigoi, yeah, but hopefully I'd just die a normal death. Then I could come see you as a ghost.

तुममें किसी संत जैसा सब्र है," मैंने कुर्सी पर सुस्त होकर बैठते हुए बड़बड़ाया। "और वैसे भी, तुम उसके साथ चौबीसों घंटे नहीं रहते।" "तुम भी नहीं रहोगी। यह सिर्फ चौबीस में से छह दिन है।" "बात तो एक ही है। इसे चौबीस में से दस दिन भी समझो।" उसने भौंहें सिकोड़ीं। "इसका कोई तुक नहीं बनता।"

You have the patience of a saint," I grumbled, slouching into a chair. "And besides, you don't hang out with him 24/7." "Neither will you. It's only 24/6." "Same difference. It might as well be 24/10." She frowned. "That doesn't make any sense.

You have the patience of a saint," I grumbled, slouching into a chair. "And besides, you don't hang out with him 24/7." "Neither will you. It's only 24/6." "Same difference. It might as well be 24/10." She frowned. "That doesn't make any sense.

सिर्फ इसलिए कि चीज़ें वैसी नहीं हुईं जैसी आप चाहते थे, इसका यह मतलब नहीं है कि इस दुनिया में ऐसे और लोग नहीं हैं जिनसे आप प्यार न कर सकें। प्यार इतनी बड़ी चीज़ है कि आप ज़िंदगी में उसके बिना नहीं रह सकते।

Just because things don't work out, it doesn't mean there aren't other people you can't love. Love is too big a thing for you to go without it in life.

Just because things don't work out, it doesn't mean there aren't other people you can't love. Love is too big a thing for you to go without it in life.

उसकी rosto पर एक डरावनी मुस्कान तैर गई। "अगर तुम इतना पागल न होते, तो तुम्हारे साथ घूमना मज़ेदार होता।" "दिलचस्प बात है, मैं भी तुम्हारे बारे में ऐसा ही महसूस करता हूँ।" उसने कुछ और नहीं कहा, लेकिन मुस्कान और बढ़ गई और वह चला गया।

A ghostly smile flickered across his face. "If you weren't so psychotic, you'd be fun to hang around." "Funny, I feel that way about you too." He didn't say anything else, but the smile grew, and he walked away.

A ghostly smile flickered across his face. "If you weren't so psychotic, you'd be fun to hang around." "Funny, I feel that way about you too." He didn't say anything else, but the smile grew, and he walked away.

कर्फ़्यू का समय होने वाला था, और मैं उसे रात के लिए छोड़ने जा रही थी। उसने अपना सिर हिलाया। "रोज़, मुझे नहीं पता कि तुम पागल हो या नहीं, लेकिन सच में मुझे अब लगने लगा है कि तुम वहाँ बाहर सबसे बेहतरीन संरक्षक—या जल्द ही बनने वाली संरक्षक—हो सकती हो।" "क्या तुमने अभी-अभी मेरी कोई गंभीर तारीफ की है?" मैंने पूछा। उसने मेरी तरफ़ से पीठ फेरी और अपने हॉस्टल के अंदर चला गया। "शुभ रात्रि।"

It was near curfew time, and I was dropping him off for the night. He shook his head. "Rose, I don't know if you're crazy or not, but I'm actually starting to think you might be the best guardian- or soon-to-be guardian- out there." "Did you just give me a serious compliment?" I asked. He turned his back on me and headed inside his dorm. "Good night.

It was near curfew time, and I was dropping him off for the night. He shook his head. "Rose, I don't know if you're crazy or not, but I'm actually starting to think you might be the best guardian- or soon-to-be guardian- out there." "Did you just give me a serious compliment?" I asked. He turned his back on me and headed inside his dorm. "Good night.

लेकिन यह इतना आसान नहीं होगा, है ना?' उसकी बातें उसकी उम्र से कहीं ज्यादा समझदारी भरी थीं। 'चीजें बेहतर होने से पहले और ज्यादा बदतर होने वाली हैं, है ना?'

It won't be that simple though, will it?' She sounded wise beyond her years. 'Things are going to get worse before they get better, aren't they?

It won't be that simple though, will it?' She sounded wise beyond her years. 'Things are going to get worse before they get better, aren't they?

मैंने गहरी सांस ली। "क्या तुम आज रात फ्री हो?" काफी देर तक सन्नाटा छाया रहा। उसने आखिर में पूछा, "उस सपने वाले आदमी का क्या?" "सपने में कोई आदमी नहीं है।

I took a deep breath. "Are you free tonight?" There was a long, pregnant pause. "What about the man in the dream?" he finally asked. "There is no man in the dream.

I took a deep breath. "Are you free tonight?" There was a long, pregnant pause. "What about the man in the dream?" he finally asked. "There is no man in the dream.

उसके आगोबर में ले जाने की कल्पना करने से भी ज़्यादा अद्भुत था, उसे बिना कपड़ों के, फिर भी आगोबर में ले जाने की कल्पना करना।

The only thing better than imagining Dimitri carrying me in his arms was imagining him shirtless while carrying me in his arms.

The only thing better than imagining Dimitri carrying me in his arms was imagining him shirtless while carrying me in his arms.

परामर्शदाता डिएर्ड्रे की ज़िंदगी में शायद कुछ खास नहीं रहा होगा, क्योंकि उसने हमारी अगली मुलाक़ात एक रविवार को तय कर ली थी। मैं इस बात से ज़्यादा खुश नहीं थी, यह देखते हुए कि वह सिर्फ़ मेरी छुट्टी का दिन नहीं था—वह दिन भी था जिस दिन मेरे दोस्तों की छुट्टी होती थी। हालाँकि, आदेश तो आदेश थे, इसलिए मैं अनिच्छा से वहाँ पहुँच गई।

Dierdre the counselor must not have had much of a life, because she scheduled our next appointment on a Sunday. I wasn't so thrilled about it, seeing as it wasn't just my day off-it was also the day my friends had off. Orders were orders, however, so I grudgingly showed up.

Dierdre the counselor must not have had much of a life, because she scheduled our next appointment on a Sunday. I wasn't so thrilled about it, seeing as it wasn't just my day off-it was also the day my friends had off. Orders were orders, however, so I grudgingly showed up.

तुम ज़िंदा तो रहोगी,' उसने बात पर जोर देते हुए कहा। 'वही सबसे ज्यादा मायने रखता है। तुम्हारे पास जो भी है उसका आनंद लो, तुम जहाँ भी हो उसकी हर छोटी-छोटी बात को जियो। अपना ध्यान इस बात पर मत लगाओ कि तुम कहाँ नहीं हो।'

You'll be alive', he pointed out. 'That's what matters. Enjoy what you have, every little detail of wherever you are. Don't focus on where you aren't.

You'll be alive', he pointed out. 'That's what matters. Enjoy what you have, every little detail of wherever you are. Don't focus on where you aren't.

मैं हमेशा तुमसे प्यार करती रहूंगी।" "नहीं तुम नहीं करोगी। तुम आगे बढ़ जाओगी। और मैं भी।

i will always love you." "no you won't. you'll move on. So will i.

i will always love you." "no you won't. you'll move on. So will i.

कल के युद्धों के लिए तैयार रहने के लिए, अब जो बदल नहीं सकता, उसके बारे में चिंता मत करो, और जहाँ भी आराम कर सको वहाँ आराम करो।

Donʹt worry now about what you canʹt change. Rest when you can so youʹll be ready for tomorrowʹs battles

Donʹt worry now about what you canʹt change. Rest when you can so youʹll be ready for tomorrowʹs battles

क्या वह... क्या दिमित्री एक स्ट्रिगोई है?" मेसन सिर्फ़ एक पल के लिए हिचकिचाया, जैसे वह मुझे जवाब देने से डर रहा हो, और फिर—उसने सिर हिला दिया। मेरा दिल टूट गया। मेरी दुनिया बिखर गई।

Is he... is Dimitri a Strigoi?" Mason hesitated only a moment, like he was afraid to answer me, and then—he nodded. My heart shattered. My world shattered.

Is he... is Dimitri a Strigoi?" Mason hesitated only a moment, like he was afraid to answer me, and then—he nodded. My heart shattered. My world shattered.

उसने रेडियो का घुमावदार बटन घुमाया, और मैंने अपनी छाती पर हाथ बाँध कर खड़े हो गए जब कोई अस्पष्ट रूप से यूरोपीय लगने वाला बैंड इस बारे में गा रहा था कि कैसे वीडियो ने रेडियो स्टार को मार डाला था। काश कोई इस रेडियो को ही मार डालता।

He flipped the dail, and I crossed my arms over my chest as some vaguely European-sounding band sang about how video had killed the radio star. I wished someone would kill this radio.

He flipped the dail, and I crossed my arms over my chest as some vaguely European-sounding band sang about how video had killed the radio star. I wished someone would kill this radio.

हम साथ हो सकते हैं, रोज़। बहुत जल्द। हम बस पहुँचने ही वाले हैं। और कोई भी चीज़ हमें कभी अलग नहीं कर पाएगी।

We can be together, Rose. Soon. We're almost there. And nothing will ever keep us apart.

We can be together, Rose. Soon. We're almost there. And nothing will ever keep us apart.

जब बुराई होती है, तो अच्छा अभी भी रह सकता है, ठीक वैसे ही जैसे जब अच्छा होता है, बुराई ठहर जाती है।

Good can still exist when bad things happen, just as evil persists when good things happen.” - Carter to Georgina

Good can still exist when bad things happen, just as evil persists when good things happen.” - Carter to Georgina

मुझे अपने सामने तार्किक दलीलें पेश किया जाना पसंद नहीं था।

I didn't like having reasonable arguments thrown at me.

I didn't like having reasonable arguments thrown at me.

جب تمہیں گিয়ার والی گاڑی چلانی نہیں آتی، تو بھلا تم نے اس طرح کی گاڑی خریدی ہی کیوں؟ بازار میں درجنوں ایسی نئی گاڑیاں موجود ہیں جن میں آٹومیٹک گিয়ার ہوتا ہے۔ یہ تو لاکھوں گنا زیادہ آسان ہوتا۔" ایڈریان نے کندھے اچکائے۔ "مجھے اس کا رنگ پسند ہے۔ میرے ڈرائنگ روم کے پردوں سے میچ کرتا ہے۔

Why on earth would you buy a car like this if you can't drive a stick? There are dozens of cars--new cars--that have automatic transmission. It'd be a million times easier." Adrian shrugged. "I like the color. It matches my living room.

Why on earth would you buy a car like this if you can't drive a stick? There are dozens of cars--new cars--that have automatic transmission. It'd be a million times easier." Adrian shrugged. "I like the color. It matches my living room.

मुझे मोमबत्तियाँ मिलीं—घटिया रूम फ्रेशनर वाली, जिनसे कृत्रिम चीड़ के पेड़ जैसी बदबू आ रही थी।

I found the candles—atrocious air freshening ones that smelled like fake pine.

I found the candles—atrocious air freshening ones that smelled like fake pine.

कभी-कभी ऐसा होता है कि आत्मा को सच सुनने पर ही पता चलता है, जबकि मन उसे नहीं समझ पाता।

I've heard that the soul often recognizes truth when it hears it, even if the mind does not.

I've heard that the soul often recognizes truth when it hears it, even if the mind does not.

रोज़ लाल रंग में है, पर कभी नीले में नहीं, कांटे जितनी तेज़, और लड़ती भी उसी तरह है।

Rose is in red, But never in blue, Sharp as a thorn, Fights like one too.

Rose is in red, But never in blue, Sharp as a thorn, Fights like one too.

اس بات پر غور کرتے ہوئے کہ ایڈریان ایک بار ایک بہت لمبے مینو کو پڑھتے پڑھتے ہی بور ہو گیا تھا، میرے لیے یہ یقین کرنا مشکل تھا کہ اس نے ہیوگو کی کتاب کسی بھی زبان میں پڑھی ہوگی۔

Considering Adrian had once gotten bored while reading while reading a particularly long menu, I had a hard time imagining he'd read the Hugo book in any language.

Considering Adrian had once gotten bored while reading while reading a particularly long menu, I had a hard time imagining he'd read the Hugo book in any language.

तुम्हें मेरी ज़रूरत है? तुम चिल्लाना। तुम यहाँ से जाना चाहती हो? हम चलते हैं। मैं तुम्हें यहाँ से सुरक्षित बाहर निकाल लूँगा, चाहे कुछ भी हो जाए।

You need me? You yell. You want to leave? We go. I'll get you out of here, no matter what.

You need me? You yell. You want to leave? We go. I'll get you out of here, no matter what.

“प्रशिक्षण का हिस्सा,” मैंने अनुमान लगाया। “हाँ। तुम दिमित्री का साथी बनोगे।” एक क्षण के लिए अजीब चुप्पी छा गई, शायद यह किसी और को नज़रअंदाज़ करने जैसा था, सिवाय दिमित्री और मुझे। हमारी निगाहें मिलीं। “सुरक्षाकर्मी साथी,” दिमित्री ने अनावश्यक रूप से स्पष्ट किया, जैसे कि उसे भी अन्य प्रकार के साथियों के बारे में विचार आया हो।

The training part," I guessed. "Yup. You're going to be Dimitri's partner." A moment of funny silence fell, probably not noticeable to anyone except Dimitri and me. Our eyes met. "Guarding partner," Dimitri clarified unnecessarily, like maybe he too had been thinking of other kinds of partners.

The training part," I guessed. "Yup. You're going to be Dimitri's partner." A moment of funny silence fell, probably not noticeable to anyone except Dimitri and me. Our eyes met. "Guarding partner," Dimitri clarified unnecessarily, like maybe he too had been thinking of other kinds of partners.

अगर मैं प्रपोज़ करूँगा, तो तुम्हें पता चल जाएगा। एक बात तो यह है कि मैं हाँफ रहा हूँगा।

If I propose, you'll know it. For one thing, I'll be hyperventilating.

If I propose, you'll know it. For one thing, I'll be hyperventilating.

ٹری نے طنزیہ انداز میں کہا۔ "تمہیں اور مجھے بتا رہا ہوں، بریڈن شاید دنیا کا آخری انسان ہے جس کے بارے میں تمہیں فکر کرنے کی ضرورت ہے۔ میرا خیال ہے کہ وہ بھی تمہاری طرح ہی نادان ہے۔ اگر مجھے تمہاری عزت اور پرہیزگاری کی اتنی فکر نہ ہوتی، تو شاید میں خود جا کر اسے یہ سکھاتا کہ کسی لڑکی سے بات کرنے کی 'شروعات کیسے کرتے ہیں'۔" - ٹری، صفحہ ۷۰

Trey scoffed. "Between you and me, Brayden's probably the last guy in the world you have to worry about. I think he's as clueless as you are. If I didn't care about your virtue so much, I'd actually probably give him a lecture on 'how' to try something." -Trey, pg. 70

Trey scoffed. "Between you and me, Brayden's probably the last guy in the world you have to worry about. I think he's as clueless as you are. If I didn't care about your virtue so much, I'd actually probably give him a lecture on 'how' to try something." -Trey, pg. 70

अगर हम किसी तरह एक-दूसरे पर फिर से भरोसा कर सकें... तो खैर। यह मुझे उतनी खुशी देगा जितनी की आप कल्पना भी नहीं कर सकते।

If we could manage any sort of trust again... Well. That would make me happier than you can imagine

If we could manage any sort of trust again... Well. That would make me happier than you can imagine

मेरे जीवन की एक और समस्या दिमित्री है। वो ही ने नैताली को मार डाला और वो बिलकुल खतरनाक है। वो दिखने में भी काफी आकर्षक है - सचमुच में, जैसे किसी को देखकर बस थम सा जाए और सड़क पर चलते-चलते ही किसी गाड़ि में टक्कर लगने लगे।

The other problem in my life is Dimitri. He's the one who killed Natalie, and he's a total badass. He's also pretty good-looking. Okay—more than good-looking. He's hot—like, the kind of hot that makes you stop walking on the street and get hit by traffic.

The other problem in my life is Dimitri. He's the one who killed Natalie, and he's a total badass. He's also pretty good-looking. Okay—more than good-looking. He's hot—like, the kind of hot that makes you stop walking on the street and get hit by traffic.

मैंने अभी तुमसे चुप रहने को कहा है। यह तुमसे मेरे कपड़े धोने और मेरे लिए सैंडविच बनाने के लिए कहने से बस एक कदम ही दूर है।

I just told you to be quiet. That's one step away from asking you to wash my laundry and make me a sandwich.

I just told you to be quiet. That's one step away from asking you to wash my laundry and make me a sandwich.

ہمارے پاس موضوعات کا انبار تھا، ہم دونوں ہی ہر معاملے پر اپنا علم جھاڑنے کے لیے بے تاب تھے۔ ہمارا آدھا سے زیادہ کھانا نامیاتی سرٹیفیکیشن کے پیچیدہ عمل پر بحث کرتے ہوئے گزرا۔ یہ واقعی بہت زبردست تھا۔

We had an endless supply of topics, both of us eager to put forth all we knew on anything and everything. Most of the meal was spent discussing the intricacies of the organic certification process. It was pretty awesome.

We had an endless supply of topics, both of us eager to put forth all we knew on anything and everything. Most of the meal was spent discussing the intricacies of the organic certification process. It was pretty awesome.

म मालकिन, अपनी सेवा के दौरान मैंने आपसे कभी कुछ नहीं माँगा। लेकिन अब मैं आपसे यह भीख मांगता हूँ: मुझे इस बचकाने संदेशों को पूरी रात इधर से उधर ले जाने पर मजबूर मत कीजिए।

Mistress, I have never asked anything of you in my servitude. But now, I beg you this: do not make me keep passing these adolescent sentiments back and forth all night.

Mistress, I have never asked anything of you in my servitude. But now, I beg you this: do not make me keep passing these adolescent sentiments back and forth all night.

जीवन और मृत्यु कितने अप्रत्याशित थे। इतने करीब। हम पल-पल जीते थे, यह नहीं जानते कि कौन अगला इस दुनिया छोड़ना था।

Life and death were so unpredictable. So close to each other. We existed moment to moment, never knowing who would be the next to leave this world.

Life and death were so unpredictable. So close to each other. We existed moment to moment, never knowing who would be the next to leave this world.

यह पागलपन है," मैंने भावहीन होकर कहा। "मैं एक सर्वशक्तिमान आदिकालीन देवता की अराजकता और विनाश की लहर का एक मोहरा हूँ।" "यह कुछ ज़्यादा ही हो गया," दांते ने हँसते हुए कहा। "ऐसा तो नहीं है कि तुम गूगल के लिए काम करती हो या कुछ और।"

This is insane," I said blankly. "I'm the instrument of an all-powerful primordial deity's wave of chaos and destruction." "That's kind of extreme" said Dante jovially. "It's not like you work for Google or anything.

This is insane," I said blankly. "I'm the instrument of an all-powerful primordial deity's wave of chaos and destruction." "That's kind of extreme" said Dante jovially. "It's not like you work for Google or anything.

میں کئی لمحوں تک وہیں بیٹھی سوچتی رہی کہ اس کا کیا جواب دوں۔ کتابوں یا دوستوں سے ملی کسی بھی صلاح نے مجھے اس کے لیے تیار نہیں کیا تھا کہ متبادل توانائی کے ذرائع پر بحث کیسے کی جائے۔ ان میں سے ایک کتاب — جسے میں نے پورا نہ پڑھنے کا فیصلہ کیا تھا — میں مردانہ برتری کا یہ نظریہ پیش کیا گیا تھا کہ عورتوں کو ہمیشہ مردوں کو ڈیٹنگ کے دوران یہ احساس دلانا چاہیے کہ وہ کتنے خاص ہیں۔ مجھے اندازہ تھا کہ اس وقت کرسٹین اور جولیا کی صلاح یہی ہوتی کہ میں ہنس کر اپنے بال جھٹک دوں اور بحث کو آگے نہ بڑھنے دوں۔ لیکن میں ایسا نہیں کر سکتی تھی۔ "تم غلط ہو،" میں نے کہا۔

I sat there for several moments, trying to decide how best I should respond. None of the advice I'd gotten from the books or my friends really prepared me for how to handle discussions about alternative energy sources. One of the books - one I'd chosen not to finish - had a decidedly male-centric view that said women should always make men feel important on dates. I suspected that Kristin and Julia's advice right now would have been to laugh and toss my hair - and not let the discussion progress. But I just couldn't do that. "You're wrong," I said.

I sat there for several moments, trying to decide how best I should respond. None of the advice I'd gotten from the books or my friends really prepared me for how to handle discussions about alternative energy sources. One of the books - one I'd chosen not to finish - had a decidedly male-centric view that said women should always make men feel important on dates. I suspected that Kristin and Julia's advice right now would have been to laugh and toss my hair - and not let the discussion progress. But I just couldn't do that. "You're wrong," I said.

मैंने ढक्कन उठाया और उसमें एक टुकड़ा रोटी और थोड़ा पानी पाया—साथ ही एक चूहा जो ट्रे से तुरंत भाग निकला। इसे कहते हैं जले पर नमक छिड़कना।

I lifted the lid and found a piece of bread and some water—and a rat that quickly darted off the tray. Talk about adding insult to injury.

I lifted the lid and found a piece of bread and some water—and a rat that quickly darted off the tray. Talk about adding insult to injury.

वास्तव में, आप स्वयं अद्भुतियाँ रच सकते हैं।

In the real world, you can make your own miracles.

In the real world, you can make your own miracles.

कौन... कौन हो तुम?' आख़िरकार मैंने पूछा। यह सच था। मैंने पार्क में एक लाश छोड़ दी थी, पर सच में, मैं करती भी क्या? उसे खींचकर अपने होटल ले जाती और अपने बेलबॉय से कहती कि मेरे दोस्त ने कुछ ज़्यादा ही पी ली है?

Who... who are you?' I asked at last. It was true. I had left a body in the park, but seriously, what was I supposed to do? Drag him back to my hotel and tell my bellhop my friend had had too much to drink?

Who... who are you?' I asked at last. It was true. I had left a body in the park, but seriously, what was I supposed to do? Drag him back to my hotel and tell my bellhop my friend had had too much to drink?

ہم صرف اسی بنیاد پر کچھ کہہ سکتے ہیں جو ہم سوچتے ہیں اور دنیا کو دیکھتے ہیں۔ جب آپ کو اپنے ہی ذہن پر بھروسہ نہیں، تو پھر آپ کس پر بھروسہ کر سکتے ہیں؟

All we can go on is what we think, how we see the world. If you can't trust your own mind what can you trust?

All we can go on is what we think, how we see the world. If you can't trust your own mind what can you trust?

एक लंबी खामोश के बाद दिमित्री ने कहा, "वह किसी और बात पर भी सही थी..." "यह कि मैं आज भी तुमसे प्यार करता हूँ।

She was right about something else too," Dimitri said after a long pause.... "That I do still love you.

She was right about something else too," Dimitri said after a long pause.... "That I do still love you.

यह सार्थक है। यह देने के लिए लायक है, सूरज और जादू का।

It's worth it. It's worth giving up the sun and magic.

It's worth it. It's worth giving up the sun and magic.

तुम हमेशा के लिए मेरे दिमाग में बस चुके हो। इस दुनिया में ऐसी कोई चीज़ नहीं है, कोई भी चीज़ नहीं जो इसे कभी बदल सके।" और ऐसी ही यादें थीं जिनकी वजह से उसे मारने के इस अभियान को समझना इतना मुश्किल हो रहा था, भले ही वह एक स्ट्रिगोई था। फिर भी... साथ ही मुझे उसका नाश भी करना था। मुझे उसे उस आदमी के रूप में याद रखने की ज़रूरत थी जिसने मुझसे प्यार किया था और मुझे बिस्तर पर बाहों में भरा था। मुझे यह याद रखने की ज़रूरत थी कि वह आदमी एक राक्षस बनकर नहीं रहना चाहता होगा।

You're burned into my mind forever. There is nothing, nothing in this world that will ever change that." And it was memories like that that made it so hard to comprehend this quest to kill him, even if he was a Strigoi. Yet...at the same time I had to destroy him. I needed to remember him as the man who'd loved me and held me in bed. I needed to remember that that man would not want to stay a monster.

You're burned into my mind forever. There is nothing, nothing in this world that will ever change that." And it was memories like that that made it so hard to comprehend this quest to kill him, even if he was a Strigoi. Yet...at the same time I had to destroy him. I needed to remember him as the man who'd loved me and held me in bed. I needed to remember that that man would not want to stay a monster.

اس نے مزید کچھ سیکنڈ تک اسے غور سے دیکھا۔ "تم کسی کام کے لیے بہت زیادہ حسین ہو۔" میں بے ساختہ بول پڑی۔ ایڈریان ہنسا اور اس سے ہاتھ ملایا۔ "اس سے سچی بات کبھی نہیں کہی گئی،" اس نے کہا۔

She studied him for a few more seconds. “You look too pretty to be useful.” I gasped in spite of myself. Adrian chuckled and shook her hand. “Truer words were never spoken,” he said.

She studied him for a few more seconds. “You look too pretty to be useful.” I gasped in spite of myself. Adrian chuckled and shook her hand. “Truer words were never spoken,” he said.

और मैंने तुमसे कहा है, मैं किसी और की गर्लफ्रेंड के पीछे नहीं पड़ने वाला। तुम सम्मान की बात करते हो। यह रहा सम्मान अपने सबसे शुद्ध रूप में।

And I told you, I'm not going to pursue another man's girlfriend. You want to talk honor. There it is in its purest form

And I told you, I'm not going to pursue another man's girlfriend. You want to talk honor. There it is in its purest form

तुम्हारे साथ मुझे ज़्यादा सुकून मिलता है।

I find more peace with you.

I find more peace with you.

जब वह खत्म कर चुका, तो उसने कप से पिया। बाकी सबने भी ऐसा ही किया, इसलिए मैंने भी वही किया। और खाँसी से लगभग दम घुटने लगा। यह तरल रूप में आग जैसा था। इसे निगलने और अपने आस-पास के लोगों पर थूकने से बचने के लिए मुझे अपनी सारी ताकत लगानी पड़ी। "य...यह क्या है?" मैंने खाँसते हुए पूछा। विक्टोरिया मुस्कुराई। "वोदका।" मैंने गिलास में झाँककर देखा। "नहीं, यह नहीं है। मैंने पहले भी वोदका पी है।" "रूसी वोदका नहीं।" ज़ाहिर है नहीं।

When he finished, he drank from the cup. Everyone else did too, so I followed suit. And nearly choked to death. It was like fire in liquid form. It took every ounce of strength I had to swallow it and not spray it on those around me. "Wh...what is this?" I asked, coughing. Viktoria grinned. "Vodka." I peered at the glass. "No, it isn't. I've had vodka before." "Not Russian vodka." Apparently not.

When he finished, he drank from the cup. Everyone else did too, so I followed suit. And nearly choked to death. It was like fire in liquid form. It took every ounce of strength I had to swallow it and not spray it on those around me. "Wh...what is this?" I asked, coughing. Viktoria grinned. "Vodka." I peered at the glass. "No, it isn't. I've had vodka before." "Not Russian vodka." Apparently not.

یہ سب کچھ اتنا صاف اور سیدھا کیوں ہونا چاہیے؟ تمہاری نظر میں، یا تو مجھے ان سے نفرت کرنی چاہیے یا پھر ان سے ہاتھ ملا لینا چاہیے۔ ایک درمیانی راستہ بھی ہوتا ہے، تم جانتے ہو۔ میں اب بھی الکیمسٹس سے وفادار رہ سکتی ہوں اور ویمپائرز اور ڈھیمپائرز کے ساتھ دوستانہ تعلقات بھی رکھ سکتی ہوں۔

Why does it have to be so cut-and-dried? In your view, I either have to hate them or be in league with them. There’s a middle ground, you know. I can still be loyal to the Alchemists and on friendly terms with vampires and dhampirs.

Why does it have to be so cut-and-dried? In your view, I either have to hate them or be in league with them. There’s a middle ground, you know. I can still be loyal to the Alchemists and on friendly terms with vampires and dhampirs.

और मैं देख सकता था कि उसके मन के भीतर का संघर्ष एक पूर्ण युद्ध बन गया था। उसने कहा, "इससे कोई फर्क नहीं पड़ता था। एड्रियन के बीच में होने के बाद तो बिल्कुल नहीं..." "मैंने जो कहा, सच कहा। मैं वह इंसान नहीं बनूँगा, रोज़। मैं वह आदमी नहीं बनूँगा जो किसी और की गर्लफ्रेंड को चुरा ले।

And I could see his internal struggle become an all out war. "It wouldn't have made a difference. Not with Adrian involved," he said..... "I meant it. I won't be that guy Rose. I won't be that man that takes someone else's girlfriend.

And I could see his internal struggle become an all out war. "It wouldn't have made a difference. Not with Adrian involved," he said..... "I meant it. I won't be that guy Rose. I won't be that man that takes someone else's girlfriend.

अगर आँखें खुली न होतीं, तो तुम्हें सपने और जागने के बीच का अंतर नहीं पता होता।

If your eyes weren't open, you wouldn't know the difference between dreaming and waking.

If your eyes weren't open, you wouldn't know the difference between dreaming and waking.

बिल्कुल नहीं। मैं यह कह रहा हूँ कि तुम्हारे अंदर एक ऐसी आग है जो तुम्हारे हर काम को चलाती है, जो तुम्हें दुनिया को और उन लोगों को बेहतर बनाने की प्रेरणा देती है जिन्हें तुम प्यार करती हो। जो लोग खुद के लिए खड़े नहीं हो सकते, उनके लिए खड़े होने की ताकत देती है। यह तुम्हारी सबसे अद्भुत बातों में से एक है।'' ''सिर्फ एक, है ना?'' मैंने हल्के-फुल्के अंदाज़ में कहा, लेकिन उसकी बातों ने मुझे रोमांचित कर दिया था। उसने यह जो कहा कि वह इन गुणों को अद्भुत मानता है, उसका मतलब वही था, और उस पल उसके मन में मेरे प्रति जो गर्व की भावना थी, उसने मेरे लिए हर चीज़ से बढ़कर मायने रखे।

Not at all. I'm saying there's a fire in you that drives everything you do, that makes you need to better the world and those you love. To stand up for those you can't. It's one of the wonderful things about you.'' ''Only one, huh?'' I spoke lightly, but his words had thrilled me. He'd meant what he said about thinking those were wonderful traits, and feeling his pride in me meant more than anything just then.

Not at all. I'm saying there's a fire in you that drives everything you do, that makes you need to better the world and those you love. To stand up for those you can't. It's one of the wonderful things about you.'' ''Only one, huh?'' I spoke lightly, but his words had thrilled me. He'd meant what he said about thinking those were wonderful traits, and feeling his pride in me meant more than anything just then.

ایڈریان! تم نے اس آدمی پر اپنی طلسماتی طاقت کا استعمال کیا۔ وہ.... میرا مطلب ہے، یہ تو....." "زبردست ہے نا؟ ہاں، مجھے معلوم ہے"

Adrian!You Used compulsion on that guy. That.... I mean, it's....." "Awesome?Yeah,I Know

Adrian!You Used compulsion on that guy. That.... I mean, it's....." "Awesome?Yeah,I Know

हम तुम्हारे बिना यह नहीं कर सकते," आखिरकार मैं किसी तरह कह पाई। "हर कोई मेरी शक्तियों की बात करता है, लेकिन असली बाहुबली तो तुम हो।

We can't do this without you," I managed at last. "Everyone talks about my powers, but you're the badass here.

We can't do this without you," I managed at last. "Everyone talks about my powers, but you're the badass here.

असंभव परिस्थितियाँ ही हमारी खासियत हैं।

Impossible situations are our specialty.

Impossible situations are our specialty.

ठीक है," मैंने उसका हाथ अपने हाथ में लेते हुए कहा। "मैं कसम खाती हूँ। अगली बार जब मैं कोई ऐसा बेवकूफ़ाना काम करूँगी जिससे मेरी जान जा सकती है, तो तुम साथ आ सकती हो।"

Okay," I said, clasping her hand. "I swear it. The next time I do something stupid that might get me killed, you can come along.

Okay," I said, clasping her hand. "I swear it. The next time I do something stupid that might get me killed, you can come along.

سوانیا کی بات چیت پر... میں تھوڑی دیر پہلے کچھ سوچ رہا تھا، وہی جو وولف نے کہا تھا۔ "واہ ایڈریان! کیا تم واقعی میری بات سن رہے تھے؟" "شروع مت ہو جاؤ، سیج،" اس نے خبردار کیا۔ (صفحہ ۲۱۱)

Speaking of Sonya...I was thinking of something earlier. Something Wolfe said." "Why, Adrian. Were you paying attention after all?" "Don't start,Sage," he warned.(p 211)

Speaking of Sonya...I was thinking of something earlier. Something Wolfe said." "Why, Adrian. Were you paying attention after all?" "Don't start,Sage," he warned.(p 211)

हालाँकि, मैंने उन कुत्तों को बिना चोट पहुँचाए यह काम कर लिया। यह कितनी समझदारी की बात है! कोई यह न कहे कि मैं जानवरों से प्यार नहीं करता—उस मनहूस कित्सुने को छोड़कर।

I did, however, manage to do it without hurting those dogs. Very considerate of me. Don't let it be said I'm not an animal lover-that wretched kitsune aside.

I did, however, manage to do it without hurting those dogs. Very considerate of me. Don't let it be said I'm not an animal lover-that wretched kitsune aside.

वाह, इतना डरना ज़रूरी नहीं है, जैसा कि तुम चिंतित हो।

Don't worry, I won't bite. At least not in the way you're afraid of.

Don't worry, I won't bite. At least not in the way you're afraid of.

अगर वह तुम्हें बताना चाहेगा, तो वह खुद बताएगा। बात खत्म, रोज़। इसके अलावा, तुम भी तो अपने हिस्से के राज छुपाकर रखती हो। तुम दोनों में बहुत सी चीज़ें एक जैसी हैं।" "तुम मज़ाक कर रही हो? वह अहंकारी है, ताने मारने वाला है, लोगों को डराना पसंद करता है—और—ओह।" ठीक है। शायद उसकी बात में दम था।

If he wants to tell you, he'll tell you. End of story, Rose. Besides, you certainly keep your share of secrets too. You two have a lot in common." "Are you kidding? He's arrogant, sarcastic, likes to intimidate people, and—oh." Okay. Maybe she had a point.

If he wants to tell you, he'll tell you. End of story, Rose. Besides, you certainly keep your share of secrets too. You two have a lot in common." "Are you kidding? He's arrogant, sarcastic, likes to intimidate people, and—oh." Okay. Maybe she had a point.

ایڈریان، تم واقعی جینیس ہو۔

Adrian, you're a genius.

Adrian, you're a genius.

मेरी मुस्कान फीकी पड़ गई, और अचानक मुझे अजीब सा महसूस हुआ। मेरा दिल ज़ोर से धड़कने लगा। "तुम मेरे लिए ऐसा क्यों करोगे?" "मैं तुम्हारे लिए क्या नहीं करूँगा?"

My smile faded, and I suddenly felt confused. My heart leapt in my chest. "Why would you do that for me?" "What wouldn't I do for you?

My smile faded, and I suddenly felt confused. My heart leapt in my chest. "Why would you do that for me?" "What wouldn't I do for you?

देखो, रोज। तुम्हें इतना मुश्किल बनने की ज़रूरत नहीं है। तुम तो पहले से ही मेरे पास हो।

Look, Rose. You don't have to keep up with the hard-to-get thing. You already got me.

Look, Rose. You don't have to keep up with the hard-to-get thing. You already got me.

ओह भगवान," मैंने कहा। "मैंज़्मे की बेटी हूँ। जूनियर ज़्मे। यहाँ तक कि ज़्मे-ette भी।"

Oh God," I said. "I'm Zmey's daughter. Zmey junior. Zmeyette, even.

Oh God," I said. "I'm Zmey's daughter. Zmey junior. Zmeyette, even.

تمہارا بوائے فرینڈ اور میکا دونوں ہی دنگ رہ جائیں گے۔" میں نے اپنی سیٹ بیلٹ کھولی۔ "یہ تیسری بار ہے جب میں نے 'تمہارا بوائے فرینڈ' سنا ہے۔ یہ کیا ماجرا ہے؟ کوئی بھی بریڈن کا نام کیوں نہیں لے رہا؟" ان میں سے کسی نے فوراً جواب نہیں دیا۔ آخر کار، جل نے شرماتے ہوئے کہا، "کیونکہ ہم میں سے کوئی بھی اس کا نام یاد نہیں رکھ پا رہا۔" "اوہو، مان بھی جاؤ! میں نے ایڈریان سے تو ایسی امید لگائی تھی لیکن تم لوگوں سے نہیں۔ اس کا نام اتنا بھی عجیب نہیں ہے۔" "نہیں،" ایڈی نے اعتراف کیا۔ "لیکن اس میں کوئی ایسی بات ہے... میں نہیں جانتا، جو یاد ہی نہیں رہتی۔ مجھے خوشی ہے کہ وہ تمہیں خوش رکھتا ہے، لیکن جب بھی وہ بات کرتا ہے تو میرا دھیان کہیں اور بھٹک جاتا ہے۔

Your boyfriend and Micah will both be speechless." I unfastened my seatbelt. "That's the third time I've heard 'your boyfriend.' What's going on about that? Why won't anyone say Brayden's name?" Neither of them answered right away. Finally, Jill said sheepishly, "Because none of us can remember it." "Oh, come on! I'd expect that from Adrian but not you guys. It's not that weird of a name." "No," admitted Eddie. "But there's just something so...I don't know. Unmemorable about him. I'm glad he makes you happy, but I just start to tune out whenever he talks.

Your boyfriend and Micah will both be speechless." I unfastened my seatbelt. "That's the third time I've heard 'your boyfriend.' What's going on about that? Why won't anyone say Brayden's name?" Neither of them answered right away. Finally, Jill said sheepishly, "Because none of us can remember it." "Oh, come on! I'd expect that from Adrian but not you guys. It's not that weird of a name." "No," admitted Eddie. "But there's just something so...I don't know. Unmemorable about him. I'm glad he makes you happy, but I just start to tune out whenever he talks.

मेरी ज़िंदगी दो अलग-अलग दुनियाओं में बँटी थी, लेकिन उसने मुझे टूटने नहीं दिया, पूरा जोड़े रखा।

My life was split by two worlds, but he kept me whole.

My life was split by two worlds, but he kept me whole.

जागृत होने की कुछ कमियाँ ही हैं - अब हमें नींद की ज़रूरत नहीं पड़ती, इसलिए हम सपने भी नहीं देखते। यह दुखद है, क्योंकि अगर मैं देख पाता, तो मैं निश्चित रूप से तुम्हारे बारे में सपने देखते।

One of the few downsides to being awakened is that we no longer require sleep; therefore we also no longer dream. It's a shame, because if I could dream, I know I'd dream about you.

One of the few downsides to being awakened is that we no longer require sleep; therefore we also no longer dream. It's a shame, because if I could dream, I know I'd dream about you.

तुम बहुत घरेलू अंदाज़ अपना रहे हो," उसने कहा। "यह सच में काफी आकर्षक है। मुझे तुम्हारे एप्रन पहनकर मेरे घर में वैक्यूम करने के तरह-तरह के सपने आ रहे हैं।"

This is very domestic of you," he said. "It's kinda hot, really. Giving me all sorts of fantasies about you in an apron vacuuming my house.

This is very domestic of you," he said. "It's kinda hot, really. Giving me all sorts of fantasies about you in an apron vacuuming my house.

میرا تبصرہ شاندار ہوتا ہے، ظریفانہ نہیں۔

My commentary's hilarious, not witty.

My commentary's hilarious, not witty.

उसने आगे बढ़कर डोरियन के चेहरे पर इतनी ज़ोर से मुक्का मारा कि मुझे 'थप्प' की आवाज़ सुनाई दी। दर्द से कराहते हुए डोरियन ने दर्द से मुँह बनाते हुए कहा, "आह," "मेरी सबसे कीमती संपत्ति।"

He stepped forward and punched Dorian in the face, hard enough that I heard a thwack. "Ow," moaned Dorian, wincing from the pain. "My greatest asset.

He stepped forward and punched Dorian in the face, hard enough that I heard a thwack. "Ow," moaned Dorian, wincing from the pain. "My greatest asset.

हाँ, मैं शैतानी मिलनसार में भी था।

Yeah, I was at the Masquerade of the Damned.

Yeah, I was at the Masquerade of the Damned.

तुम्हें उसे ‘मिस जॉर्जीना’ कहकर बुलाने के लिए कहना चाहिए," ह्यू ने एक मज़ाकिया दक्षिणी लहजे में जोड़ा। "या कम से कम ‘मैडम’।" निफोन की मौजूदगी और जेरोम के उपदेश ने मुझे चिड़चिड़े मिज़ाज में ला दिया था। “मैं कोई मेंटरिंग नहीं कर रही हूँ। वह दुनिया की पुरुष आबादी से निपटने के लिए इतनी बेताब है कि उसे मेरी ज़रूरत ही नहीं है।” तीनों आदमियों ने फिर से मुस्कानें साझा कीं। कोडी ने कुछ फुफकारने और म्याऊँ करने की आवाज़ें निकालीं, और हवा में पंजे चलाए। "यह मज़ाकिया नहीं है," मैंने कहा। "यकीनन यह है," कोडी ने कहा।

You should make her call you ‘Miss Georgina,’” added Hugh with a mocking southern drawl. “Or at least ‘ma’am.’” Niphon’s presence and Jerome’s lecture had put me in a grouchy mood. “I’m not doing any mentoring. She’s so gungho to take on the world’s male population, she doesn’t even need me.” The three men exchanged more smirks. Cody made some hissing and meowing sounds, scratching at the air. "This isn’t funny,” I said. "Sure it is,” said Cody.

You should make her call you ‘Miss Georgina,’” added Hugh with a mocking southern drawl. “Or at least ‘ma’am.’” Niphon’s presence and Jerome’s lecture had put me in a grouchy mood. “I’m not doing any mentoring. She’s so gungho to take on the world’s male population, she doesn’t even need me.” The three men exchanged more smirks. Cody made some hissing and meowing sounds, scratching at the air. "This isn’t funny,” I said. "Sure it is,” said Cody.

میں نے بھی کسی اپنے کو کھو دیا ہے؛ کسی ایسے کو جسے میں نے چاہا تھا۔ میں جانتی ہوں تم کیسا محسوس کر رہی ہوں۔" - کیا وقت کے ساتھ یہ درد کم ہوتا جاتا ہے؟ "ہاں۔ لیکن تم پہلے جیسی کبھی نہیں رہو گی۔

I've lost someone, too; someone I loved. I know how you feel." - Does it get easier? "Yes. But you'll never be the same again.

I've lost someone, too; someone I loved. I know how you feel." - Does it get easier? "Yes. But you'll never be the same again.

उसने कहा, "ओह। आप आश्वस्त रह सकते हैं कि मैं उसे मार डालूंगी। मुख्य रूप से यह बात मैं इसलिए कह रही हूँ ताकि जो मैंने पहले कहा था उस पर ज़ोर दे सकूँ: अब बिना किसी परिणाम की चिंता किए आराम करने और सोचने का कोई समय नहीं है। आज आप विचार करने में जितना पल बर्बाद करेंगे, ओक किंग मेरे जल्लादों के उतने ही हाथों में होगा और सबसे भयानक दर्द से गुजर रहा होगा। आपकी यह देरी उस पीड़ा को और बढ़ा देगी।" डोरियन ने बुदबुदाते हुए कहा, "ओह, विडंबना।"

Oh,” she said. “You can rest assured that I will kill him. Mostly this is to emphasize what I said before: no more time to lounge around and decide with no consequences. For every moment you waste deliberating today, the Oak King will be in the hands of my torturers, experiencing the most excruciating pain. Your delay extends that agony.” “Oh, irony,” murmured Dorian.

Oh,” she said. “You can rest assured that I will kill him. Mostly this is to emphasize what I said before: no more time to lounge around and decide with no consequences. For every moment you waste deliberating today, the Oak King will be in the hands of my torturers, experiencing the most excruciating pain. Your delay extends that agony.” “Oh, irony,” murmured Dorian.

मैं लगभग छह हफ़्तों तक क्रिस्टियन ओज़ेरा के साथ रहने वाला था। वो व्यंगनापूर्ण था, अजीब व्यवहार करता था और हर चीज़ पर मज़ाक करता रहता था। वास्तव में, वो मुझसे बिलकुल वैसा ही था। ये छह हफ़्ते काफ़ी लम्बे होने वाले थे।

Plus, I was about to spend six weeks with Christian Ozera. He was sarcastic, difficult, and made jokes about everything. Actually, he was a lot like me. It was going to be a long six weeks.

Plus, I was about to spend six weeks with Christian Ozera. He was sarcastic, difficult, and made jokes about everything. Actually, he was a lot like me. It was going to be a long six weeks.

क्या एक से ज़्यादा तत्त्वों में विशेषज्ञता हासिल करना संभव है?" वह हँसि और उसने अपना सिर हिला दिया। "नहीं। बहुत ज़्यादा ताक़त। कोई भी उस जादू को नहीं संभाल सकता, अपना मानसिक संतुलन खोए बिना।" ओह। बहुत बढ़िया।

Is it possible to specialize in more than one element?" She laughed and shook her head. "No. Too much power. No one could handle all that magic, not without losing her mind." Oh. Great.

Is it possible to specialize in more than one element?" She laughed and shook her head. "No. Too much power. No one could handle all that magic, not without losing her mind." Oh. Great.

پਹਿਲਾਂ زندہ رہنے کی فکر کرو۔ پھر سوچنا کہ زندگی کیسے گزارنی ہے۔

Worry about staying alive first. Then worry about how you're going to live.

Worry about staying alive first. Then worry about how you're going to live.

"अरे सिडनी," उसने कमरे में दाखिल होते हुए एक हल्की सी, टेढ़ी मुस्कान के साथ कहा। उसकी चमकती, काली आँखें दोस्ताना थीं, लेकिन साथ ही वे कमरे की एक-एक चीज़ का जायजा भी ले रही थीं, बिल्कुल एडिसन की नजरों की तरह। यह एक पहरेदार वाला स्वभाव था। रोज़ की लंबाई लगभग मेरे जितनी ही थी और उसने बेहद साधारण सी जींस और लाल टैंक टॉप पहन रखा था। लेकिन, हमेशा की तरह, उसकी खूबसूरती में एक ऐसा अनोखा और खतरनाक आकर्षण था जो उसे बाकी सभी से अलग दिखाता था। वह इस अंधेरे, घुटन भरे कमरे में खिले किसी उष्णकटिबंधीय फूल जैसी लग रही थी—एक ऐसा फूल जो जान भी ले सकता है।

Hey Sydney," she said, giving me a small, crooked smile as she entered the room. Her flashing, dark eyes were friendly, but they were also assessing everything in the room, much as Eddie's gaze was. It was a guardian thing. Rose was about my height and dressed very casually in jeans and a red tank top. But, as always, there was something as exotic and dangerous about her beauty that made her stand out from everyone else. She was like a tropical flower in this dark, stuffy room. One that could kill you.

Hey Sydney," she said, giving me a small, crooked smile as she entered the room. Her flashing, dark eyes were friendly, but they were also assessing everything in the room, much as Eddie's gaze was. It was a guardian thing. Rose was about my height and dressed very casually in jeans and a red tank top. But, as always, there was something as exotic and dangerous about her beauty that made her stand out from everyone else. She was like a tropical flower in this dark, stuffy room. One that could kill you.

लगता है जैसे हम एक-दूसरे को गले लगाने के कगार पर हैं और एक-दूसरे के लिए प्यारा-सा कोई नाम भी सोच रहे हैं।

You did not just say that. I have a feeling we're on the verge of hugging and coming up with cute nicknames for each other.

You did not just say that. I have a feeling we're on the verge of hugging and coming up with cute nicknames for each other.

जॉन कुसैक वहाँ खड़े हैं।" मैंने उसकी अविश्वासी नज़र का पीछा किया जहाँ वास्तव में श्री कुसैक जैसे दिखने वाले एक आदमी सचमुच खड़े थे, एक इमारत के सहारे सिगरेट पी रहे थे। मैंने गहरी साँस छोड़ी। “वह जॉन कुसैक नहीं हैं। वह जेरोम हैं।” “सच में?” “हाँ। मैंने तुमसे कहा था कि वह जॉन कुसैक जैसे दिखते हैं।” “मुख्य शब्द: दिखते थे। वह आदमी उनकी तरह नहीं दिखता। वह आदमी वही है।”

John Cusack is standing over there.” I followed his incredulous gaze to where a man very like Mr. Cusack did indeed stand, smoking a cigarette as he leaned against a building. I sighed. “That’s not John Cusack. That’s Jerome.” “Seriously?” “Yup. I told you he looked like John Cusack.” “Keyword: looked. That guy doesn’t look like him. That guy is him.

John Cusack is standing over there.” I followed his incredulous gaze to where a man very like Mr. Cusack did indeed stand, smoking a cigarette as he leaned against a building. I sighed. “That’s not John Cusack. That’s Jerome.” “Seriously?” “Yup. I told you he looked like John Cusack.” “Keyword: looked. That guy doesn’t look like him. That guy is him.

کیا تم... میرا مطلب ہے، کوئی شوق وغیرہ نہیں پال سکتے؟ "دلکش بنے رہنا ہی میرا شوق ہے۔

Can't you... I don't. Find a hobby or something?" "Being charming is my hobby.

Can't you... I don't. Find a hobby or something?" "Being charming is my hobby.

"सब कुछ ठीक है," मैंने खिंची हुई मुस्कान के साथ कहा। "कियो बस मुझे अभी-अभी समझा रहे थे कि मेरा बेटा किस तरह एक खूँखार आफत है जिससे सबको डरना चाहिए।" डोरियन ने तंज कसते हुए कहा। "नन्हा थंड्रो? आफत? बिल्कुल नहीं, हाँ अगर बात डायपर बदलने की हो तो शायद अलग बात है।"

Everything‟s fine,” I said, with a tight smile. “Kiyo was just giving me his latest explanation about how my son is a terror to be feared.” Dorian scoffed. “Little Thundro? A terror? Hardly, unless perhaps we‟re discussing diapers.

Everything‟s fine,” I said, with a tight smile. “Kiyo was just giving me his latest explanation about how my son is a terror to be feared.” Dorian scoffed. “Little Thundro? A terror? Hardly, unless perhaps we‟re discussing diapers.

तुमचे बुद्धिमत्तापूर्ण बातें, मिस्टर ज़ेकलोस, हमेशा ही इतनी आनंददायक होती हैं। मुझे खुद को नियंत्रित करने में बहुत मुश्किल होती है।

Your wit is always such a delight, Mr. Zeklos. I can barely contain myself around it.

Your wit is always such a delight, Mr. Zeklos. I can barely contain myself around it.

सेथ बहुत ही कमाल का किस करता था। उसके किस ऐसे होते थे जो मुँह में घुल जाते थे और मिठास से भर देते थे। वे बिल्कुल कॉटन कैंडी (बुढ़िया के बाल) जैसे थे।

Seth was a wonderful kisser. He gave the kind of kisses that melted into your mouth and filled you with sweetness. They were like cotton candy.

Seth was a wonderful kisser. He gave the kind of kisses that melted into your mouth and filled you with sweetness. They were like cotton candy.

"سنبھل کر رہو،" آخرکار اس نے کہا۔ "میں تمہاری زندگی جہنم بنا سکتا ہوں۔" میں نے اسے سرد مہری سے دیکھا اور مسکرائی۔ "تم پہلے ہی ایسا کر چکے ہو، اور اسی لیے اب میرے پاس برتری ہے۔ تم نے جو کرنا تھا کر لیا—مگر تم نے ابھی یہ دیکھا ہی کہاں ہے کہ میں کیا کر سکتی ہوں۔

"Watch it." he said at last. "I can make your life miserable." I gave him an icy smile. "You already have, and that's why i've got the advantage. You've done your worst - but you haven't seen what i can do yet."

"Watch it." he said at last. "I can make your life miserable." I gave him an icy smile. "You already have, and that's why i've got the advantage. You've done your worst - but you haven't seen what i can do yet."

हालाँकि, जैसे ही आप अगले वफादार साम्राज्य की सीमा में प्रवेश करेंगे... तो सावधान रहें। हो सकता है कि वहाँ आपका इतना गर्मजोशी से स्वागत न हो। मिमोसा लैंड और वहाँ के रहने वाले लोग इतने मददगार बिल्कुल नहीं हैं।" इसे गर्मजोशी और मददगार स्वागत कहते हैं? यह इस बात का संकेत था कि अगला साम्राज्य हमारे लिए और भी मुश्किल भरा होगा। मुझे यह बात भी बड़ी अजीब लगी कि 'मिमोसा लैंड' नाम की जगह इतनी रूखी और गैर-दोस्ताना थी। नाम से तो ऐसा लगता था मानो वहाँ हमेशा जश्न का माहौल रहता हो।

Once you cross into the next loyal kingdom, however... be warned. You may not find such a warm reception. The Mimosa Land and its residents are not nearly so accommodating." This was warm and accommodating? That didn't bode well for the next kingdom. I also found it sad that a place called the Mimosa Land was unfriendly. It sounded like a party waiting to happen.

Once you cross into the next loyal kingdom, however... be warned. You may not find such a warm reception. The Mimosa Land and its residents are not nearly so accommodating." This was warm and accommodating? That didn't bode well for the next kingdom. I also found it sad that a place called the Mimosa Land was unfriendly. It sounded like a party waiting to happen.

ये बहुत दुख की बात है। परिवार के सदस्य कभी-कभी गलती से चोट पहुंचा देते हैं, और कुछ लोग, जिनका मन बुरी तरह खराब है, अक्सर फिर से परेशानी करने आते रहते हैं।

Too bad. Family members hit you by accident. Psychopathic whores tend to come back for more.

Too bad. Family members hit you by accident. Psychopathic whores tend to come back for more.

ओह। तो कोई टॉप सीक्रेट फरिश्तों वाला काम चल रहा है? क्या करने वाली हो? सुई की नोक पर नाचोगी? नेशनल क्यूट पप्पी डे के लिए कैंपेन चलाऊंगी?

Ooh. Top secret angel business, huh? What’re you going to do? Dance on a pinhead? Lobby for National Cute Puppy Day?

Ooh. Top secret angel business, huh? What’re you going to do? Dance on a pinhead? Lobby for National Cute Puppy Day?

بیچارہ مارٹن! وہ خواہ کیک ہو یا نہ ہو، صرف چھ منٹ کے لیے اپنی روح کو ابدی عذاب میں جھونک دینا ایک بہت بڑی قیمت تھی۔

Poor Martin. Geek or no, committing his soul to eternal damnation was a helluva price to pay for six minutes.

Poor Martin. Geek or no, committing his soul to eternal damnation was a helluva price to pay for six minutes.

"यह बिल्कुल बकवास था," डोरियन के जाने के बाद मैंने उससे कहा। "वह ऐसी लड़की नहीं है जो तुम्हारी चिकनी-चुपड़ी बातों में आ जाए।" "बिल्कुल इसके विपरीत," डोरियन ने कहा। "वह बिल्कुल वैसी ही है जो इन बातों में आ सकती है। मैं इन योद्धा महिलाओं को अच्छी तरह समझता हूँ, जानते हो। उनकी जिंदगी बहुत कठिन और रूखी होती है, वे हमेशा पुरुषों की बराबरी करने की कोशिश करती रहती हैं... जबकि असल में उन्हें बस एक ऐसे इंसान की ज़रूरत होती है जो उन्हें यह अहसास करा सके कि वे एक औरत हैं। और ज़ाहिर है, इस मामले में मेरा कोई मुकाबला नहीं है। अरे, अगर मुझे उसके साथ अकेले में दस मिनट मिल जाते तो—

That was ridiculous," I told Dorian, once she'd left. "She's not the kind of person to fall for your flirting." "On the contrary," said Dorian. "She's exactly the kind of person to fall for it. I understand these warrior maids, you know. They live such harsh, cold lives, always trying to keep up with the men... when really, they just need someone to make them feel like a woman. And that, of course, is an area in which I excel. Why, if I'd had ten minutes alone with her—

That was ridiculous," I told Dorian, once she'd left. "She's not the kind of person to fall for your flirting." "On the contrary," said Dorian. "She's exactly the kind of person to fall for it. I understand these warrior maids, you know. They live such harsh, cold lives, always trying to keep up with the men... when really, they just need someone to make them feel like a woman. And that, of course, is an area in which I excel. Why, if I'd had ten minutes alone with her—

वाह! क्या उसने इतना हक पा लिया? आग से जल रही इमारत से बेसहारा बच्चों को बचाने का? अगर ऐसा है, तो यह सुनिश्चित कर लेना चाहिए कि उसने पहले ही उस इमारत में आग नहीं जलाई थी।

Wow. What'd he do to deserve that? Rescue orphans from a burning building? If so, you might want to make sure he didn't set the building on fire in the first place.

Wow. What'd he do to deserve that? Rescue orphans from a burning building? If so, you might want to make sure he didn't set the building on fire in the first place.

“मैं एक सक्बस हूँ।” उसने सिर हिलाया। “नहीं, तुम नहीं हो।” “हाँ, मैं हूँ।” “तुम नहीं हो।” मुझे इस तरह की बात पर हैरानी हुई। “मैं सच में हूँ।” “नहीं। सक्बस की आँखें आग जैसी और पंख चमगादड़ जैसे होते हैं। यह सब जानते हैं। वे जीन्स और स्वेटर नहीं पहनतीं।”

I’m a succubus.” He shook his head. “No, you aren’t.” “Yes, I am.” “You aren’t.” I was a bit surprised to be having this conversation. “I am too.” “No. Succubi are flame-eyed and bat-winged. Everyone knows that. They don’t wear jeans and sweaters.

I’m a succubus.” He shook his head. “No, you aren’t.” “Yes, I am.” “You aren’t.” I was a bit surprised to be having this conversation. “I am too.” “No. Succubi are flame-eyed and bat-winged. Everyone knows that. They don’t wear jeans and sweaters.

خیر، اگر ہنگامہ ختم ہو گیا ہے، تو میرا خیال ہے کہ مجھے نہا لینا چاہیے۔' 'واہ۔ ایک سکبس کی کتنی سخت زندگی ہے۔ کاش تمہاری نوکری میری ہوتی۔' 'ارے، ہماری طرف تو ہمیشہ لوگوں کی بھرتی چلتی رہتی ہے۔ ویسے، انکیبس بننے کے لیے تمہیں تھوڑا سا اور خوبصورت ہونا پڑے گا۔ اور کچھ زیادہ دلکش بھی۔' 'یہ غلط ہے۔ فانی عورتیں بدتمیز اور اڑیل مردوں پر ہی مرتی ہیں۔ میں روز دیکھتا ہوں۔' 'بالکل ٹھیک کہا۔

Well, if the excitement's over, I think I'll take a bath.' 'Wow. The harsh lifestyle of a succubus. I wish I had your job.' 'Hey, our side's always recruiting. You might need to be a little prettier to be an incubus, though. And a little more charming.' 'Untrue. Mortal women go for jerks. I see it all the time.' 'Touché.

Well, if the excitement's over, I think I'll take a bath.' 'Wow. The harsh lifestyle of a succubus. I wish I had your job.' 'Hey, our side's always recruiting. You might need to be a little prettier to be an incubus, though. And a little more charming.' 'Untrue. Mortal women go for jerks. I see it all the time.' 'Touché.

जब आपके पास ज़रूरत का सब कुछ है, तो बात को जटिल क्यों बनाना?

When you've got everything you need, why complicate it?

When you've got everything you need, why complicate it?

यह क्रिसमस स्पेशल नहीं है! यह मेरा जीवन है। वास्तविक दुनिया में, चमत्कार और अच्छाई बस नहीं होतीं।

This isn't a Christmas special! This is my life. In the real world, miracles and goodness just don't happen.

This isn't a Christmas special! This is my life. In the real world, miracles and goodness just don't happen.

और तुम उस डेमन के लिए काम करती हो, है ना? वही जो मैथ्यू ब्रॉड्रिक जैसा दिखता है?” “जॉन क्यूसैक,” मैंने सुधार किया। “वह जॉन क्यूसैक जैसा दिखता है।” “जो भी हो।”

And you work for that demon, right? The one who looks like Matthew Broderick?” “John Cusack,” I corrected. “He looks like John Cusack.” “Whatever.

And you work for that demon, right? The one who looks like Matthew Broderick?” “John Cusack,” I corrected. “He looks like John Cusack.” “Whatever.

تم اس زمین پر چلنے والی سب سے خوبصورت مخلوق ہو۔ تمہیں اندازہ ہی نہیں کہ تم کتنی حسین ہو اور کتنا دمکتی ہو۔

You are the most beautiful creature I have ever seen walking this earth. You have no clue of how beautiful you are or how brightly you shine.

You are the most beautiful creature I have ever seen walking this earth. You have no clue of how beautiful you are or how brightly you shine.

एक मर्द कभी भी किसी औरत के पिता की जगह नहीं ले सकता

A man can never compete with a woman's father

A man can never compete with a woman's father

मुझे लगभग पता ही नहीं था कि आ रही हूँ, और भले ही मैंने जो किया वह कितना भयानक था, फिर भी मुझे इच्छा थी कि मेरे किसी अध्यापक ने मुझे इस शानदार प्रदर्शन पर अंक कसे।

He'd barely seen me coming, and despite the horribleness of what I'd just done, I kind of wished one of my instructors had been there to grade me on such an awesome performance.

He'd barely seen me coming, and despite the horribleness of what I'd just done, I kind of wished one of my instructors had been there to grade me on such an awesome performance.

“फमिनिस्ट,” वह पूरी तरह मजे लेते हुए बोला। “अगली बार तुम कहोगी कि तुम्हें आदमियों से नफरत है।” उसने उसे खाली नज़रों से देखा। “मुझे सिर्फ उन बेवकूफ आदमियों से नफरत है जो यह नहीं समझते कि ‘फमिनिस्ट’ का असल मतलब क्या होता है।” वह हँसा। “क्या तुम्हारी ऐसे आदमियों से अक्सर मुलाकात होती है?” “अक्सर।” “सच में?” “अभी भी, निक।” “ओह, इसने यह नहीं कहा,” पीटर बोला। मैंने गहरी साँस ली।

Feminist,” he said, clearly amused. “Next you’ll be telling us you hate men.” She gave him a blank look. “I only hate stupid men who don’t actually understand what ‘feminist’ means.” He laughed. “You run into a lot of men like that?” “All the time.” “Really?” “Even as we speak, Nick.” “Oh no she didn’t,” said Peter. I groaned.

Feminist,” he said, clearly amused. “Next you’ll be telling us you hate men.” She gave him a blank look. “I only hate stupid men who don’t actually understand what ‘feminist’ means.” He laughed. “You run into a lot of men like that?” “All the time.” “Really?” “Even as we speak, Nick.” “Oh no she didn’t,” said Peter. I groaned.

مگر جب بھی تم روح کی طاقت کا استعمال کرتی ہو، تمہارے پاگل ہونے کا خطرہ بڑھ جاتا ہے۔" "میں تو پہلے ہی تمہاری محبت میں پاگل ہوں، سیج۔

But each time you use spirit, you're more likely to go crazy.” “Already crazy about you, Sage.

But each time you use spirit, you're more likely to go crazy.” “Already crazy about you, Sage.

फिर क्या हुआ? तुम रास्ते में मिलने वाले हर कीचड़ के गड्ढे में पैर पटकते आ रहे हो और तुम्हारा चेहरा देखकर ऐसा लग रहा है जैसे सामने जो भी मिलेगा, तुम उसे घूँसा मार दोगे।" "तो फिर तुम मेरे आस-पास क्यों मंडरा रहे हो? क्या तुम्हें मार खाने से डर नहीं लगता?" "अरे, तुम मुझे कभी चोट नहीं पहुँचा सकती। मेरा चेहरा इतना प्यारा जो है!"

What happened, then? You're stomping through every puddle you can find and look like you're going to punch the first person you see." "Why are you hanging around, then? Aren't you worried about getting hit?" "Aw, you'd never hurt me. My face is too pretty

What happened, then? You're stomping through every puddle you can find and look like you're going to punch the first person you see." "Why are you hanging around, then? Aren't you worried about getting hit?" "Aw, you'd never hurt me. My face is too pretty

जूलियट के लिए सब आसान था; उसे रोमियो को मारने की ज़रूरत नहीं पड़ी।

Juliet had it easy; she never had to kill Romeo.

Juliet had it easy; she never had to kill Romeo.

“अरे, बड़े खर्चीले बाबू,” मैंने कहा। उसे यह बात अच्छी लगी लेकिन वह हैरान होने से ज़्यादा मज़े ले रहा था। उसने अपनी जेब में हाथ डाला और एक डॉलर का नोट निकाला। “ह्यू,” मैंने कहा। “मेरी बेइज्जती मत करो।” एक आह भरकर, उसने पाँच का नोट निकाला और मेरी ब्रा की पट्टी के नीचे खोंस दिया। “अरे, सेथ,” कोडी ने अचानक कहा। मैंने ऊपर देखा तो सेथ दरवाज़े पर खड़ा था। उसके चेहरे पर मज़ाकिया और हैरान करने वाला भाव था। “अरे,” उसने मुझे देखते हुए कहा। “तो... डिनर के पैसे तुम दे रही हो?”

Hey, big spender,” I said. He looked appreciative but more amused than anything else. He reached into his pocket and pulled out a one dollar bill. “Hugh,” I said. “Don’t insult me.” With a sigh, he produced a five and tucked it underneath my bra strap. “Hey, Seth,” Cody suddenly said. I looked up and saw Seth standing in the doorway. A look of comic bemusement was on his face. “Hey,” he said, studying me. “So…you’re paying for dinner?

Hey, big spender,” I said. He looked appreciative but more amused than anything else. He reached into his pocket and pulled out a one dollar bill. “Hugh,” I said. “Don’t insult me.” With a sigh, he produced a five and tucked it underneath my bra strap. “Hey, Seth,” Cody suddenly said. I looked up and saw Seth standing in the doorway. A look of comic bemusement was on his face. “Hey,” he said, studying me. “So…you’re paying for dinner?

ہمارے درمیان کشش اور بڑھ گئی، اور مجھے احساس ہوا کہ ہمارے جسموں کے ساتھ ساتھ ہمارے ہونٹ بھی ایک دوسرے کے قریب آ رہے ہیں۔

The tension between us kicked up a notch, and I realized that along with our bodies being nearer, so were our lips.

The tension between us kicked up a notch, and I realized that along with our bodies being nearer, so were our lips.

तुम हर बात पर मज़ाक बना देते हो। ज़िंदगी इतनी दर्दनाक है कि इसके सिवा कोई चारा नहीं।

You make a joke out of everything. Life’s too painful not to.

You make a joke out of everything. Life’s too painful not to.

मुझे नहीं पता, पर मुझे लगता है कि यह अच्छी चीज़ होगी।

I don't know, but I think it's going to be good.

I don't know, but I think it's going to be good.

उसने अपनी उँगलियाँ मेरी उँगलियों में फँसाईं और मेरा हाथ अपने होठों तक ले गया। मैंने दस्ताने पहने हुए थे, लेकिन उसने ठीक उसी जगह चूमा जहाँ मैंने उसकी अंगूठी पहन रखी थी। “तुम इतने प्यारे क्यों हो?” मैंने दबी हुई आवाज़ में पूछा। मेरा दिल तेज़ी से धड़कने लगा, और बादलों के बीच से झाँक रहा हर तारा मानो सिर्फ मेरे लिए चमक रहा था। “मुझे नहीं लगता कि मैं इतना प्यारा हूँ। मेरा मतलब है, मैंने तो बस तुम्हें चुप रहने के लिए कहा था। यह तो बस इस बात से एक कदम दूर है कि मैं तुमसे कपड़े धोने और सैंडविच बनाने को कहूँ।” “तुम समझ रहे हो मैं क्या कह रही हूँ।” सेथ ने मेरे माथे पर एक और प्यार किया। “मैं प्यारा इसलिए हूँ क्योंकि तुम इसे आसान बना देती हो।”

He laced his fingers through mine and lifted my hand to his lips. I had gloves on, but he kissed exactly where I wore his ring. “Why are you so sweet?” I asked, my voice small. My heart beat rapidly, and every star peeping through the clouds seemed to be shining just for me. “I don’t think I’m that sweet. I mean, I just told you to be quiet. That’s one step away from asking you to wash my laundry and make me a sandwich.” “You know what I mean.” Seth pressed another kiss to my forehead. “I’m sweet because you make it easy to be sweet.

He laced his fingers through mine and lifted my hand to his lips. I had gloves on, but he kissed exactly where I wore his ring. “Why are you so sweet?” I asked, my voice small. My heart beat rapidly, and every star peeping through the clouds seemed to be shining just for me. “I don’t think I’m that sweet. I mean, I just told you to be quiet. That’s one step away from asking you to wash my laundry and make me a sandwich.” “You know what I mean.” Seth pressed another kiss to my forehead. “I’m sweet because you make it easy to be sweet.

تم نے جو کچھ ابھی کہا اس میں صرف ایک ہی بات سچی تھی—وہ پریوں کی کہانیوں والی شہزادی والی بات، اور وہ بھی اس لیے کہ تم اتنی حسین ہو کہ ویسی لگ سکتی ہو۔

The only thing true about what you just said was the storybook damsel part - and that only because you're pretty enough to be one.

The only thing true about what you just said was the storybook damsel part - and that only because you're pretty enough to be one.

मेरे अंदर जो गुस्सा भड़क उठा था, वह शांत हो गया। मुझे समझ नहीं आया कि वह कहाँ से आया था। मुझे वैसे भी बहुत जल्दी गुस्सा आता था और मैं अक्सर बिना सोचे-समझे रिएक्ट कर देता था, लेकिन मेरे लिए भी यह गुस्सा बहुत ज़्यादा और बदसूरत था। अजीब बात थी।

The rage that had expolded inside me diffused. I didn't know where it had come from. I had a short temper and often acted impulsively,but this had been intense and ugly even for me. Weird.

The rage that had expolded inside me diffused. I didn't know where it had come from. I had a short temper and often acted impulsively,but this had been intense and ugly even for me. Weird.

फिर भी, दिमित्री की नर्मदिष्टि और विचारशीलता, उस क्रूरता के साथ मिलकर, उसे अद्भुत बनाती थी। वही हाथ जो छैनी को इतनी सटीकता से चलाते थे, मेरी पलकें इतनी सावधानी से हटाते थे। वही आँखें जो आसपास के खतरे को आसानी से देख सकती थीं, मुझे आश्चर्य और भक्ति से देखती थीं, जैसे मैं दुनिया की सबसे खूबसूरत और अद्भुत महिला हूँ।

Yet, it had been Dimitri’s gentleness and thoughtfulness mixed with that deadliness that made him so wonderful. The same hands that wielded stakes with such precision would carefully brush the hair out of my face. The eyes that could astutely spot any danger in the area would regard me wonderingly and worshipfully, like I was the most beautiful and amazing woman in the world.

Yet, it had been Dimitri’s gentleness and thoughtfulness mixed with that deadliness that made him so wonderful. The same hands that wielded stakes with such precision would carefully brush the hair out of my face. The eyes that could astutely spot any danger in the area would regard me wonderingly and worshipfully, like I was the most beautiful and amazing woman in the world.

लेकिन गर्मियों की दस्तक से चमकीली हरी हो चुकी घास पर चलते वक्त मेरे कदम सिर्फ इंसानों की वजह से नहीं लड़खड़ाए थे। वो दिमित्री था। हमेशा दिमित्री। दिमित्री, जिससे मैं प्यार करती थी। दिमित्री, वो स्ट्रिगोई जिसे मैं बचाना चाहती थी। दिमित्री, वो राक्षस जिसे शायद मुझे ही मारना पड़ता। हम दोनों का प्यार हमेशा मेरे अंदर सुलगता रहता था, चाहे मैं खुद से कितनी भी बार आगे बढ़ जाने को कहती, चाहे दुनिया को लगता कि मैं आगे बढ़ चुकी हूँ। वो हमेशा मेरे साथ रहता, हमेशा मेरे ख्यालों में रहता, और हमेशा मुझ पर सवाल खड़े करता।

But the humans weren't what made my steps falter as I walked through grass that had turned bright green with summer's touch. It was Dimitri. Always Dimitri. Dimitri, the man I loved. Dimitri, the Strigoi I wanted to save. Dimitri, the monster I'd most likely have to kill. The love we'd shared always burned within me, no matter how often I told myself to move on, no matter how much the world did think I'd move on. He was always with me, always on my mind, always making me question myself.

But the humans weren't what made my steps falter as I walked through grass that had turned bright green with summer's touch. It was Dimitri. Always Dimitri. Dimitri, the man I loved. Dimitri, the Strigoi I wanted to save. Dimitri, the monster I'd most likely have to kill. The love we'd shared always burned within me, no matter how often I told myself to move on, no matter how much the world did think I'd move on. He was always with me, always on my mind, always making me question myself.

میں اپنے حواس میں اس قدر گم تھی کہ جب اس نے مجھے اچانک سے پیچھے ہٹایا تو میں بالکل سن رہ گئی...

I was so awash in sensory overload that I was caught completely unaware when he did push me away

I was so awash in sensory overload that I was caught completely unaware when he did push me away

"अरे।" उसने एक घुटने पर टिकी खुली किताब से नजरें उठाते हुए कहा। उसने अपने चेहरे पर आए सुनहरे बालों की कुछ लटें हटाईं। उसका प्रेमी, क्रिश्चियन, उसके पास ही फर्श पर लेटा हुआ था और उसका सिर उसके दूसरे घुटने पर टिका था। उसने सिर हिलाकर मेरा स्वागत किया। हमारे बीच अक्सर भड़कने वाली तनातनी को देखते हुए, उसका इस तरह सिर हिलाना ऐसा था मानो उसने मुझे गले ही लगा लिया हो।

Hey." She said, looking up from an open book propped up on one knee. She brushed a few strands of pale hair out of her face. Her boyfriend, Christian, lay on the floor near her, his head propped up on her other knee. He greeted me by way of a nod. Concidering the antagonism the sometimes flared up between us, that was almost on par with him giving me a bear hug.

Hey." She said, looking up from an open book propped up on one knee. She brushed a few strands of pale hair out of her face. Her boyfriend, Christian, lay on the floor near her, his head propped up on her other knee. He greeted me by way of a nod. Concidering the antagonism the sometimes flared up between us, that was almost on par with him giving me a bear hug.

तुम्हारा वो नारा ही कह गया था। अगली बार चिल्लाना तो मत।

The battle cry sort of gave you away. Try not to yell next time.

The battle cry sort of gave you away. Try not to yell next time.

मैं तुम्हें ढूँढ लूँगा। इस दुनिया में ऐसी कोई जगह नहीं जहाँ तुम मुझसे छुप सको। मैं नज़र रखे हुए हूँ। तुम्हारा, दिमित्री

I'll find you. There is no place in this world you can hide from me. I'm watching. Love, Dimitri

I'll find you. There is no place in this world you can hide from me. I'm watching. Love, Dimitri

اوہ... ایڈریان، مجھے تم سے ایک اور کام کہنا ہے۔ ایک بہت بڑا کام۔" اس نے امید بھری نظروں سے پوچھا، "فونڈیو؟"

Oh... Adrian, I've got one more favor to ask you. A big one." "Fondue?" he asked hopefully.

Oh... Adrian, I've got one more favor to ask you. A big one." "Fondue?" he asked hopefully.

एक लड़की ने अभी-अभी ऐसे SAT स्कोर के बारे में पूछा जो उसे येल यूनिवर्सिटी में दाखिला दिला सकें। मुझे लगता है वह नौ साल की होगी।

A girl just asked for SAT scores good enough to get her into Yale. I think she was nine.

A girl just asked for SAT scores good enough to get her into Yale. I think she was nine.

तुम के लिए कुछ भी नहीं सोचूंगा। जितना बेवकूफी भरा, उतना ही बेहतर।

Тhere isnʹt much I wouldnʹt do for you. Тhe stupider, the better.

Тhere isnʹt much I wouldnʹt do for you. Тhe stupider, the better.

तुम हैरान रह जाओगी। वैसे भी, रोज़ वो राजशाही के गद्दारों को भी जेल नहीं भेजते, रोज़। यह बात सब जानते हैं।” मैंने तंज कसा। “क्या तुम पागल हो? बिल्कुल भेजते हैं। गद्दारों के साथ और क्या करते हैं? उन्हें आज़ाद कर देते हैं और कहते हैं कि दोबारा ऐसा मत करना?” “नहीं,” आब ने मुड़ने से ठीक पहले कहा। “वे गद्दारों को मौत की सज़ा देते हैं।”

You'd be surprised. Besides, they don't even send royal traitors to prison, Rose. Everyone knows that." I scoffed. "Are you insane? Of course they do. What else do you think they do with traitors? Set them free and tell them not to do it again?" "No," said Abe, just before he turned away. "They execute traitors.

You'd be surprised. Besides, they don't even send royal traitors to prison, Rose. Everyone knows that." I scoffed. "Are you insane? Of course they do. What else do you think they do with traitors? Set them free and tell them not to do it again?" "No," said Abe, just before he turned away. "They execute traitors.

ایڈریان نے کہا، "واہ۔" وہ بستر پر بیٹھ گیا اور اس کے لچکدار ہونے کا اندازہ لگاتے ہوئے سر ہلا کر رضامندی ظاہر کی۔ "یہ تو زبردست ہے۔ تمہارا کیا خیال ہے، میری جان؟" میں نے سچے دل سے کہا، "میرے پاس الفاظ نہیں ہیں۔" اس نے اپنے پاس کی جگہ تھپتھپائی۔ "آزم کر دیکھنا چاہو گی؟

Wow,” said Adrian. He sat down on the bed and tested its bounciness, giving it a nod of approval. “This is amazing. What do you think, buttercup?” “I have no words,” I said honestly. He patted the spot beside him. “Want to try it out?

Wow,” said Adrian. He sat down on the bed and tested its bounciness, giving it a nod of approval. “This is amazing. What do you think, buttercup?” “I have no words,” I said honestly. He patted the spot beside him. “Want to try it out?

परंपरा हो या न हो, मुझे कभी-कभी लगता था कि बच्चों को किसी बूढ़े व्यक्ति की गोद में बिठाना पहले से ही काफ़ी अजीब था। इसमें शराब मिलाने की कोई ज़रूरत नहीं थी।

Tradition or not, I sometimes thought putting children on an old guy’s lap was already creepy enough. We didn’t need to mix alcohol into it.

Tradition or not, I sometimes thought putting children on an old guy’s lap was already creepy enough. We didn’t need to mix alcohol into it.

ये सिगरेटें और मैं, बाहर जा रहे हैं। कम से कम वे मुझे अपना सम्मान दिखाती हैं।

My cigarettes and I are going outside. At least they show me respect.

My cigarettes and I are going outside. At least they show me respect.

तुम भूलती हो: मेरी आदतें जल्दी बिगड़ती हैं और मुझे तुम्हारी लत लग गई है। मुझे न जाने क्यों लगता है कि तुम मेरे साथ चाहे जो बुरा कर लो, मैं फिर भी लौटकर तुम्हारे पास ही आ जाऊँगा। बस बातें साफ़ रखना, ठीक है? जो महसूस करती हो मुझे बताओ। अगर दिमित्री के लिए तुम्हारे मन में कुछ ऐसा है जो तुम्हें उलझन में डाल रहा है, तो मुझे बताओ। हम मिलकर इसे सुलझा लेंगे।

You forget: I have an addictive personality. I'm addicted to you. Somehow I think you could do all sorts of bad things to me, and I'd still come back to you. Just keep things honest, okay? Tell me what you're feeling. If you're feeling something for Dimitri that's confusing you, tell me. We'll work it out.

You forget: I have an addictive personality. I'm addicted to you. Somehow I think you could do all sorts of bad things to me, and I'd still come back to you. Just keep things honest, okay? Tell me what you're feeling. If you're feeling something for Dimitri that's confusing you, tell me. We'll work it out.

میں جانتی ہوں کہ مجھے یہ نہیں کہنا چاہیے، لیکن میں تم سے محبت کرتی ہوں۔

I know I’m not supposed to say this, but I love you.

I know I’m not supposed to say this, but I love you.

और कभी-कभी, अगर मैं सचमुच बहुत भाग्यशाली होती, तो वह मुझ पर मुस्कुरा देते। एक सच्ची मुस्कान—वो सूखी मुस्कान नहीं जो अक्सर हमारे बीच होने वाली व्यंग्य भरी बातों के साथ आती थी। मैं इसे किसी के सामने स्वीकार नहीं करना चाहती थी—न लिसा के सामने, और न ही अपने आप से—लेकिन कुछ दिन, मैं बस उन्हीं मुस्कान के सहारे जीती थी।

And sometimes, if I was really, really lucky, he’d smile at me. A real smile, too—not the dry one that accompanied the sarcasm we tossed around so often. I didn’t want to admit it to anyone—not to Lissa, not even to myself—but some days, I lived for those smiles.

And sometimes, if I was really, really lucky, he’d smile at me. A real smile, too—not the dry one that accompanied the sarcasm we tossed around so often. I didn’t want to admit it to anyone—not to Lissa, not even to myself—but some days, I lived for those smiles.

"अबे ने, उंगलियों को तटोलाते हुए, बेमन से कहा, "मुझे अच्छी जानकारी है कि दीवार के दक्षिणी किनारे पर जल्द ही एक नया 'दरवाजा' खुलने वाला है।" तभी मुझे अहसास हुआ। “ओह मेरे भगवान। तुम ही हो जिसने सी4 का वितरण किया?” "तुम इसे इतना आसान बनाते हो," उसने भौंहें चढ़ाते हुए कहा। "यह सामान पाना बहुत मुश्किल है।"

Ah, well,ʺ said Abe, idly studying his fingertips. ʺI have it on good authority thereʹs going to be a new ‘gateʹ opening up soon over on the south side of the wall." The truth dawned on me. ʺOh lord. Youʹre the one whoʹs been doling out C4.ʺ ʺYou make it sound so easy,ʺ he said with a frown. ʺThat stuffʹs hard to get a hold of.

Ah, well,ʺ said Abe, idly studying his fingertips. ʺI have it on good authority thereʹs going to be a new ‘gateʹ opening up soon over on the south side of the wall." The truth dawned on me. ʺOh lord. Youʹre the one whoʹs been doling out C4.ʺ ʺYou make it sound so easy,ʺ he said with a frown. ʺThat stuffʹs hard to get a hold of.

उसने ज़ोर से साँस छोड़ी और अपने काले भूरे बालों में हाथ फेरा जिन्हें वह हमेशा स्टाइलिश तरीके से बिखेर कर रखता था। “देखो, रोज़। तुम्हें अब भाव खाने की ज़रूरत नहीं है। तुम पहले ही मुझे पा चुकी हो।”

He exhaled loudly and raked a hand through the sable brown hair he always kept stylishly messy. "Look, Rose. You don’t have to keep up with the hard-to-get thing. You’ve already got me.

He exhaled loudly and raked a hand through the sable brown hair he always kept stylishly messy. "Look, Rose. You don’t have to keep up with the hard-to-get thing. You’ve already got me.

کیونکہ میرے پاس استعمال کرنے کے لیے محبت بھرے اور بھی بہت سے نام ہیں۔ ہنی پائی۔ شوگر پلم۔ بریڈ پڈنگ،" "یہ سب اتنی زیادہ کیلوریز والے کھانے کیوں ہیں؟"

Because I’ve got a lot more terms of endearment to use. Honey pie. Sugarplum. Bread pudding," “Why are they all high-calorie foods?

Because I’ve got a lot more terms of endearment to use. Honey pie. Sugarplum. Bread pudding," “Why are they all high-calorie foods?

रोज़मेरी, तुम अपनी सीमा लांघ रही हो

Rosemarie you are out of line

Rosemarie you are out of line

कभी-कभी... मुझे नहीं पता। मैं बहुत करीब महसूस करती हूँ, रोज। किनारे से इतना करीब कि अगर मैं खुद को जरा सी गलती करने भी दे, तो मैं गिर जाऊँगी और वापस नहीं आ पाऊँगी। ऐसा लगेगा जैसे मैं खुद को ही खो दूँगी।

But once in a while . . . I don't know. I feel so close, Rose. So close to the edge. Like if I allow myself one small misstep, I'll plunge away and never come back. It's like I'll lose myself.

But once in a while . . . I don't know. I feel so close, Rose. So close to the edge. Like if I allow myself one small misstep, I'll plunge away and never come back. It's like I'll lose myself.

कार्टर मेरी तरफ झुका और मेरे चेहरे के एक तरफ से बाल हटाए। “तो फिर नीचे मत देखो,” उसने फुसफुसा कर कहा।

Carter leaned toward me and brushed the hair away from the side of my face. "Don't look down then," he whispered.

Carter leaned toward me and brushed the hair away from the side of my face. "Don't look down then," he whispered.

جب میں نے اس کی آنکھوں میں دیکھا، تو مجھے ذرا سا بھی شک نہیں رہا کہ وہ مجھ سے دنیا میں سب سے زیادہ محبت کرتا ہے، کہ میں اس کی نجات ہوں، بالکل ویسے ہی جیسے وہ میری نجات تھا۔

When I look into his eyes, I could see without a doubt that he loved me more than anyone else in the world, that I was his salvation, the same way that he was mine.

When I look into his eyes, I could see without a doubt that he loved me more than anyone else in the world, that I was his salvation, the same way that he was mine.

मैं रुक गई। आख़िरकार, वह खून से लथपथ थी। उसकी कलाइयों पर सीधे कट के निशान थे, किसी मुख्य नस के पास नहीं, लेकिन इतने गहरे कि उसकी त्वचा पर गीली लाल लकीरें छूट गईं। ऐसा करते समय उसने अपनी नसों को नहीं काटा था; मौत उसका मक़सद नहीं था।

I stopped. She was bleeding after all. Perfect lines crossed her wrists, not near any crucial veins, but enough to leave wet red tracks across her skin. She hadn;t hit her veins when she did this; death hadn't been her goal.

I stopped. She was bleeding after all. Perfect lines crossed her wrists, not near any crucial veins, but enough to leave wet red tracks across her skin. She hadn;t hit her veins when she did this; death hadn't been her goal.

दिम्री मेरे आगोश में था।

Dmitri was in my arms.

Dmitri was in my arms.

चूँकि मैं यह मानकर चल रहा हूँ कि तुम्हारा मतलब यह नहीं है कि तुमने आखिरकार उसे पट्टे पर बाँध लिया है, तो मैं बस इतना कहूँगा कि किसी जानवर को खुद पर हावी होने देने और खुद को किसी के हवाले कर देने में बहुत फर्क होता है। एक आम बात है। दूसरा एक कला है। यहाँ तक कि यह सोची-समझी और गढ़ी हुई होती है। जिसे सिर्फ कोई माहिर ही अंजाम दे सकता है।

Since I’m presuming you don’t mean you finally bought him a leash, let me say simply that there is a big difference between allowing an animal to ravage you and allowing yourself to be ravaged. One is common. The other is art. It is planned. Crafted, even. Only capable of being done by a master.

Since I’m presuming you don’t mean you finally bought him a leash, let me say simply that there is a big difference between allowing an animal to ravage you and allowing yourself to be ravaged. One is common. The other is art. It is planned. Crafted, even. Only capable of being done by a master.

میں اسے چاہتی تھی۔ میں نے اپنی پیٹھ کو خم دیا، اس بات سے پوری طرح باخبر کہ اس سے میں کتنی کمزور لگ رہی ہوں اور یہ کہ میں اسے دعوت دے رہی ہوں۔ اس نے میری دعوت قبول کی اور مجھے میز پر لٹا دیا، اور اپنا جسم میرے اوپر جھکا دیا۔ اس کا وہ شدید بوسہ میرے ہونٹوں سے ہٹ کر میری گردن کے پچھلے حصے پر اتر آیا۔ اس نے میرے لباس کے کنارے اور اندرونی برا کے فیتے کو نیچے سرکا دیا، جس سے میرا کندھا ننگا ہو گیا اور اس کے ہونٹوں کو چومنے کے لیے اور زیادہ جگہ مل گئی۔

I wanted him. I arched my back, fully aware of how vulnerable that made me and that I was giving him an invitation. He accepted it and laid me back against the table, bringing his body down on top of mine. That crushing kiss of his moved from my mouth to the nape of my neck. He pushed down the edge of my dress and the bra strap underneath, exposing my shoulder and giving his lips more skin to conquer.

I wanted him. I arched my back, fully aware of how vulnerable that made me and that I was giving him an invitation. He accepted it and laid me back against the table, bringing his body down on top of mine. That crushing kiss of his moved from my mouth to the nape of my neck. He pushed down the edge of my dress and the bra strap underneath, exposing my shoulder and giving his lips more skin to conquer.

वह भावनात्मक रूप से इतना महसूस करती थी कि उसका कहना था कि शारीरिक दर्द ही उसके भीतर के दर्द को मिटाने का एकमात्र जरिया था। यही एकमात्र तरीका था जिससे वह उस पर काबू पा सकती थी।

She felt so much emotionally, she would say, that a physical outlet - physical pain - was the only way to make her internal pain go away. It was the only way she could control it.

She felt so much emotionally, she would say, that a physical outlet - physical pain - was the only way to make her internal pain go away. It was the only way she could control it.

उसने दर्द और खून के बावजूद मुस्कुराया। “बेशक, तुम ही तो हो। मुझे लगता था बेलीकोव ही हिंसक है, पर असल में तुम हो, है ना? तुम एक ऐसी जानवर हो, जिसमें कोई नियंत्रण नहीं है, लड़ने और मारने के सिवा कोई और तर्क नहीं है।”

Victor smiled through the pain and the blood. "Of course you have. I used to think Belikov was the savage one, but it's really you, isn't it? You're the animal with no control, no higher reasoning except to fight and kill.

Victor smiled through the pain and the blood. "Of course you have. I used to think Belikov was the savage one, but it's really you, isn't it? You're the animal with no control, no higher reasoning except to fight and kill.

मेंटर की शुरुआती सक्बस एंट्री और प्रोबेशनरी पीरियड पर आधिकारिक और पूरी प्रक्रिया पुस्तिका (संक्षिप्त)। “संक्षिप्त?” मैंने जेरोम की तरफ पलटकर कहा। “मुझे बताओ कि तुम मुझसे उस बात का बदला ले रहे हो जब मैंने तुम पर ओल्ड स्पाइस लगाने का इल्जाम लगाया था।” “वो वाला बदला अभी बाकी है,” उस डेमन ने कहा। “ये वाली बात असली है।”

Mentor’s Official and Complete Procedural Handbook on Initial Succubus Intake and Probationary Period (Abridged). “Abridged?” I spun toward Jerome. “Tell me you’re getting back at me for the time I accused you of wearing Old Spice.” “That one’s still coming,” said the demon. “This one’s for real.

Mentor’s Official and Complete Procedural Handbook on Initial Succubus Intake and Probationary Period (Abridged). “Abridged?” I spun toward Jerome. “Tell me you’re getting back at me for the time I accused you of wearing Old Spice.” “That one’s still coming,” said the demon. “This one’s for real.

वह फिर मेरी तरफ बढ़ा। उसके हाथ मेरी कमर पर आ गए, और मैंने महसूस किया कि सिर्फ मैं ही नहीं, बल्कि हम दोनों ही साँसें रोककर खड़े थे। उसने मुझे अपनी ओर खींचा, हमारे जिस्म आपस में मिल गए। चारों तरफ गर्मी और बिजली जैसी सिहरन थी, हवा में एक ऐसा तनाव था जो बस एक चिंगारी से भड़क उठता। मैं एक बार फिर कगार पर खड़ी संतुलन बना रही थी, जो कि हील्स में बिल्कुल आसान नहीं था। मैंने अपनी बाहें उसकी गर्दन के चारों ओर लपेट लीं, और इस बार मैंने ही उसे अपनी तरफ खींचा था।

He’d moved toward me again. His hands released mine and moved to my waist, and I noticed I wasn’t the only one breathing heavily. He pulled me to him, bringing our bodies together. The world was all heat and electricity, thick with tension that was only one spark away from exploding around us. I was balancing on another precipice, which wasn’t easy to do in heels. I wrapped my arms around his neck, and this time I was the one who drew him closer.

He’d moved toward me again. His hands released mine and moved to my waist, and I noticed I wasn’t the only one breathing heavily. He pulled me to him, bringing our bodies together. The world was all heat and electricity, thick with tension that was only one spark away from exploding around us. I was balancing on another precipice, which wasn’t easy to do in heels. I wrapped my arms around his neck, and this time I was the one who drew him closer.

तुम में से कोई भी मेरी कद्र नहीं करता। यह यकीन करना इतना मुश्किल क्यों है कि इन बुरे दौर में मैं सचमुच कुछ अहम योगदान दे सकता हूँ?

None of you appreciate me. Why is it so hard to believe that I could make a real contribution in these dark rimes?

None of you appreciate me. Why is it so hard to believe that I could make a real contribution in these dark rimes?

"क्या हो रहा है?" उसने एक-एक करके लोगों को देखा। "मैं एक अच्छी सपना देख रहा था।" "मुझे तुम्हारी ज़रूरत है," लिसा ने कहा। "मैं महिलाओं से अक्सर यही सुनता हूँ," एड्रियन ने कहा। क्रिस्टियन ने घिनौनी आवाज निकाली, लेकिन एडी की बातों को सुनने पर उसके चेहरे पर हल्की मुस्कान तैर गई, भले ही वह अक्सर एक सख्त रक्षक जैसा व्यवहार करता था।

What's going on?" he asked, looking from face to face. "I was having a good dream." "I need you," said Lissa. "I hear that from women a lot," said Adrian. Christian made a gagging sound, but the faintest glimmer of a smile crossed Eddie's lips, despite his otherwise tough guardian-stance.

What's going on?" he asked, looking from face to face. "I was having a good dream." "I need you," said Lissa. "I hear that from women a lot," said Adrian. Christian made a gagging sound, but the faintest glimmer of a smile crossed Eddie's lips, despite his otherwise tough guardian-stance.

यह मेरे लिए मायने रखता है। यही बात तुम नहीं समझती। तुम नहीं समझ सकती। तुम यह नहीं समझ सकती कि यह जानना कैसा होता है कि मैंने क्या किया। स्ट्रिगोई बने रहना... अब यह एक सपने जैसा लगता है, लेकिन ऐसा सपना जिसे मैं साफ़-साफ़ याद रख सकता हूँ। मेरे लिए कोई माफी नहीं हो सकती। और तुम्हारे साथ जो हुआ? मुझे वो सबसे ज़्यादा याद है। जो कुछ भी मैंने किया। जो कुछ भी मैं करना चाहता था।

It matters to me. That's what you don't get. You can't understand. You can't understand what it's like knowing what I did. That whole time being Strigoi...It's like a dream now, but it's one I remember clearly. There can be no forgiveness for me. And what happened with you? I remember that most of all. Everything I did. Everything I wanted to do.

It matters to me. That's what you don't get. You can't understand. You can't understand what it's like knowing what I did. That whole time being Strigoi...It's like a dream now, but it's one I remember clearly. There can be no forgiveness for me. And what happened with you? I remember that most of all. Everything I did. Everything I wanted to do.

मेरे सीने में कुछ अजीब सा कसाव महसूस हुआ, और एक पल के लिए पूरी दुनिया सिमटकर उसकी हरी आँखों में समा गई।

Something clenched in my chest, and for a moment, the whole world narrowed down to the green of his eyes.

Something clenched in my chest, and for a moment, the whole world narrowed down to the green of his eyes.

उम्मीद का मतलब है कि आपको लगता है कि किसी चीज़ में आपके जीतने या सफल होने का मौका है।

Hope implies that you think you have a chance at something.

Hope implies that you think you have a chance at something.

हज़ार में अपना ठिकाना बनाना, वाकई में कमाल का होता है।

Having your own, um, cave at eighteen is pretty cool.

Having your own, um, cave at eighteen is pretty cool.

मैंने महसूस किया कि मेरा दिल एक बार फिर टूट रहा था। क्यों? हमारे साथ ऐसा क्यों हुआ? यह कायनात इतनी बेरहम क्यों थी?

I felt my heart breaking all over again. Why? Why had this happened to us? Why was the universe so cruel?

I felt my heart breaking all over again. Why? Why had this happened to us? Why was the universe so cruel?

मुझे आज रात माफी माँगने के लिए भी आना था। अगर तुम्हें यह सब पूरा करने के लिए मेक्सिको जाना ही है, तो मैं समझ सकता हूँ। इसके लिए तुम्हारी आलोचना करना या यह जताना कि इस मामले में मेरा कोई हक बनता है, मेरी भूल थी। तुम्हारी सबसे अच्छी बात यह है कि आखिरकार तुम हमेशा सही फैसले लेती हो। हमेशा अपने बारे में तो मैं ऐसा नहीं कह सकता। तुम्हें जो भी करना पड़े, मेरा पूरा समर्थन तुम्हारे साथ रहेगा।

I also had to come tonight to apologize. If you need to go to Mexico to finish this process off, then I understand. I was wrong to criticize you for it or even imply that I had some kind of say in it. One of the greatest things about you is that in the end, you always make smart decisions. Can’t always say the same for myself. Whatever you need to do, I’ll support you.

I also had to come tonight to apologize. If you need to go to Mexico to finish this process off, then I understand. I was wrong to criticize you for it or even imply that I had some kind of say in it. One of the greatest things about you is that in the end, you always make smart decisions. Can’t always say the same for myself. Whatever you need to do, I’ll support you.

मोरोई पैदा होते हैं... लेकिन स्ट्रिगोई बनाए जाते हैं..!

morois are born..but strigois are made..!

morois are born..but strigois are made..!

"دیمتری نے ایک طویل توقف کے بعد کہا، "وہ ایک اور بات پر بھی سہی کہہ رہی تھی۔" میری پیٹھ اس کی طرف تھی، لیکن اس کی آواز میں کچھ ایسا عجیب سا رس تھا جس نے مجھے مڑنے پر مجبور کردیا۔ میں نے پوچھا، "کیا مطلب؟" "یہی کہ میں اب بھی تم سے محبت کرتا ہوں۔" بس اس ایک جملے نے کائنات کی ہر شے بدل ڈالی۔

"She was right about something else too," Dimitri said after a long pause. My back was to him, but there was a strange quality to his voice that made me turn around. "What's that?" I asked. "That I do still love you." With that one sentence, everything in the universe changed.

"She was right about something else too," Dimitri said after a long pause. My back was to him, but there was a strange quality to his voice that made me turn around. "What's that?" I asked. "That I do still love you." With that one sentence, everything in the universe changed.

मुझे खयाल आया कि मैं किसी प्रेम कहानी के हीरो के ठीक सामने खड़ी हूँ, जो मेरी अपनी कहानी जितनी ही नाटकीय थी।

It occurred to me that I was standing face to face with the hero of a love story nearly as dramatic as my own.

It occurred to me that I was standing face to face with the hero of a love story nearly as dramatic as my own.

और वैसे भी... मैं तुम्हें छोड़कर नहीं जाना चाहता। यानी, तुम लोगों को।" वह मुस्कुराया, और उसका पूरा चेहरा खिल उठा। "खैर, 'हम' सब यह सुनकर यकीनन बहुत खुश हैं। ओह, और सेंट लुइस में तुम्हारे रहने के दौरान, हमारे प्यारे नन्हे ड्रैगन-नुमा बच्चे की देखभाल करने में मुझे भी खुशी होगी।" मैंने भी मुस्कुराकर उसका जवाब दिया।

And besides . . . I don’t want to leave you. Er, you guys.” He smiled, and it lit up his whole face. “Well, ‘we’ are certainly happy to hear that. Oh, and I’m also happy to watch our darling little love child dragon while you’re in St. Louis.” I grinned back.

And besides . . . I don’t want to leave you. Er, you guys.” He smiled, and it lit up his whole face. “Well, ‘we’ are certainly happy to hear that. Oh, and I’m also happy to watch our darling little love child dragon while you’re in St. Louis.” I grinned back.

मैंने एक के बाद एक कई बक्से बाहर निकाले और उन्हें कमरे में बेतरतीब ढंग से रख दिया। मेरी व्यवस्था में किसी चीज़ की कमी थी—यानी खुद 'व्यवस्था' की।

I pulled out box after box, setting them haphazardly around the room. My organization lacked something - like, say, organization.

I pulled out box after box, setting them haphazardly around the room. My organization lacked something - like, say, organization.

یہ ایسا تھا جیسے میرے پاس کوئی جن ہو، اور میری خواہشوں کا کوٹہ محدود ہو۔

It was like having a genie. I'd only get so many wishes.

It was like having a genie. I'd only get so many wishes.

वह सोचता था कि उसके लिए कोई उम्मीद नहीं बची है। और मैं? मैं बिना उम्मीद की दुनिया की कल्पना भी नहीं कर सकती।

He thought there was no hope for him. Me? I can't imagine a world without hope.

He thought there was no hope for him. Me? I can't imagine a world without hope.

एड्रियन मुस्कुराया और मेरे हाथ अपने हाथों में थामकर मेरी तरफ कुछ कदम आगे बढ़ा। "और जहाँ तक बात यह है कि तुम कौन हो, तो तुम वही खूबसूरत, निडर और कैफीन के नशे में रहने वाली बेहद समझदार फाइटर हो, जैसी तुम पहले दिन से थीं जब मैं तुमसे मिला था।" आखिरकार उसने अपनी विशेषियतों की सूची में 'खूबसूरत' को सबसे ऊपर रखा। हालांकि मुझे इस बात से कोई फर्क नहीं पड़ना चाहिए था। "बड़ी मीठी-मीठी बातें करते हो," मैंने तंज कसा। "पहली बार मिलने पर तुम मेरे बारे में कुछ नहीं जानते थे।" "मैं जानता था कि तुम खूबसूरत हो," उसने कहा। "बाकी चीज़ों के लिए बस उम्मीद कर रहा था।"

Adrian smiled and clasped my hands, taking a few steps toward me. "And as for who you are, you’re the same beautiful, brave, and ridiculously smart caffeinated fighter you’ve been since the day I met you.” Finally, he put “beautiful” at the top of his list of adjectives. Not that I should have cared. “Sweet talker,” I scoffed. “You didn’t know anything about me the first time we met.” “I knew you were beautiful,” he said. “I just hoped for the rest.

Adrian smiled and clasped my hands, taking a few steps toward me. "And as for who you are, you’re the same beautiful, brave, and ridiculously smart caffeinated fighter you’ve been since the day I met you.” Finally, he put “beautiful” at the top of his list of adjectives. Not that I should have cared. “Sweet talker,” I scoffed. “You didn’t know anything about me the first time we met.” “I knew you were beautiful,” he said. “I just hoped for the rest.

टॉनी," मैंने डाँटते हुए कहा। मेरी आवाज़ में किसी ड्रिल सार्जेंट जैसा रोब था। वह चौंक कर उछल पड़ी। "मैं कतई तुम्हारे साथ रोमांस नहीं करने वाली। अगर तुम यह करना चाहते हो, तो इसके लिए मेहनत करनी पड़ेगी। अब, अपने कपड़े उतारो।" "ओह," ह्यू ने कहा। "मैंने किसी और औरत से तुम्हें यह कहते सुनने के लिए दस साल इंतज़ार किया है।"

Tawny," I barked. My voice held the authority of a drill sergeant. She jumped. "I am NOT making out with you until the end of time. You want to do this, then you've got to work for it. Now, TAKE OFF YOUR CLOTHES." "Oh," said Hugh. "I've waited ten years to hear you say that to another woman.

Tawny," I barked. My voice held the authority of a drill sergeant. She jumped. "I am NOT making out with you until the end of time. You want to do this, then you've got to work for it. Now, TAKE OFF YOUR CLOTHES." "Oh," said Hugh. "I've waited ten years to hear you say that to another woman.

اس نے دھیبے لہجے میں پوچھا، "آداب، وک্টর ڈاشکوف ہمارے ساتھ کیوں شامل ہو رہا ہے؟" "اچھا، تو یہ ایک دلچسپ کہانی ہے..."

ʺWhy,ʺ he began slowly, ʺis Victor Dashkov joining us?ʺ ʺWell, itʹs kind of a funny story . . .ʺ

ʺWhy,ʺ he began slowly, ʺis Victor Dashkov joining us?ʺ ʺWell, itʹs kind of a funny story . . .ʺ

क्या तुम पागल हो?” मैंने पूछा। उसने मुझे वही बिना शब्दों वाला लुक दिया जो वह हमेशा तब देता था जब मैं ऐसा सवाल पूछती थी।

ARE YOU CRAZY?" I ASKED. He gave me the same wordless look he always did when I asked that question.

ARE YOU CRAZY?" I ASKED. He gave me the same wordless look he always did when I asked that question.

एड्रियन मुस्कुराते हुए अपना सिर हिलाने लगा। "मैंने बार-बार कहा है, मैं तुम्हारे लिए कुछ भी करने को तैयार हूँ। बस उम्मीद करता रहता हूँ कि काश वो कुछ ऐसा हो, जैसे— 'एड्रियन, चलो हॉट टब में नहाते हैं' या 'एड्रियन, मुझे फ़ॉन्ड्यू खाने ले चलो'।" "अच्छा, कभी-कभी हमें— क्या तुमने फ़ॉन्ड्यू कहा?" एड्रियन के दिमाग की तरंगों को समझना कभी-कभी नामुमकिन हो जाता था। "आखिर मैं ऐसा क्यों कहूँगा?" उसने कंधे उचकाए। "मुझे फ़ॉन्ड्यू पसंद है।"

Adrian shook his head, still smiling. "I've said over and over, I'd do anything for you. I just keep hoping it'll be something like, 'Adrian, let's go hot tubbing' or 'Adrian, take me out for fondue.'" "Well, sometimes we have to--did you say fondue?" Sometimes it was impossible to follow Adrian's train of thought. "Why in the world would I ever say that?" He shrugged. "I like fondue.

Adrian shook his head, still smiling. "I've said over and over, I'd do anything for you. I just keep hoping it'll be something like, 'Adrian, let's go hot tubbing' or 'Adrian, take me out for fondue.'" "Well, sometimes we have to--did you say fondue?" Sometimes it was impossible to follow Adrian's train of thought. "Why in the world would I ever say that?" He shrugged. "I like fondue.

यह ड्रेस मुझे मोटी दिखा रही है," मैंने जैस्मीन से कहा, जब हम भीड़ के पीछे खड़े होकर आखिरी समय की तैयारियों को अंतिम रूप लेते देख रहे थे। उसने मेरी तरफ देखा और मेरी उस कोशिश को भी, जिससे मैं अपनी लंबी, हल्की ड्रेस की सिलवटों को ठीक करने में लगी थी। "तुम गर्भवती हो," उसने सपाट शब्दों में कहा। "हर चीज़ से मोटी ही लगोगी।" मैंने मुँह बनाते हुए कहा, "मुझे लगता है कि इसका सही जवाब 'नहीं, ऐसा नहीं है' होना चाहिए था।"

This dress makes me look fat," I told Jasmine as we stood near the back of the crowd and watched the last minute preperations fall into place. She glanced over at me and my efforts to rearrange the folds of my long, gauzy dress. "Your pregnant," she stated. "Everything's supposed to make you look fat." I Scowled. "I think the correct reponse was 'No it doesn't.

This dress makes me look fat," I told Jasmine as we stood near the back of the crowd and watched the last minute preperations fall into place. She glanced over at me and my efforts to rearrange the folds of my long, gauzy dress. "Your pregnant," she stated. "Everything's supposed to make you look fat." I Scowled. "I think the correct reponse was 'No it doesn't.

دیکھو، آنٹی ٹاشا اکثر مذاق میں کہتی ہیں کہ تم باقی سب کے مقابلے میں زیادہ اچھی ملکہ بن سکتیں، بس کبھی کبھار... مجھے لگتا ہے وہ مذاق نہیں کر رہی ہوتییں۔

You know, Aunt Tasha makes jokes about how youʹd actually be a better queen than the others, except sometimes . . . I donʹt think sheʹs joking.

You know, Aunt Tasha makes jokes about how youʹd actually be a better queen than the others, except sometimes . . . I donʹt think sheʹs joking.

मुझे खुशी है कि तुम अब ठीक हो,” उसने कहा। उसकी आवाज़ ऐसी लग रही थी मानो मेरे कानों के ठीक ऊपर, मेरे बालों के पास से आ रही हो। “जब मैंने तुम्हें गिरते हुए देखा...” “तो तुमने सोचा होगा, ‘वाह, यह तो बड़ी लूज़र है।’”

I'm glad you're better," he said. His mouth sounded like it was almost in my hair, just above my my ear. "When I saw you fall..." "You thought, 'Wow, she's a loser.

I'm glad you're better," he said. His mouth sounded like it was almost in my hair, just above my my ear. "When I saw you fall..." "You thought, 'Wow, she's a loser.

इस खौफनाक पल में मेरा दिमाग किसी भी बात पर टिक नहीं पा रहा था। "मैं सब कुछ भूल गई हूँ।" "नहीं, तुम नहीं भूली हो।" अंधेरे में उसकी आवाज़ शांत और ढांढस बंधाने वाली थी। उसने मेरे बालों को पीछे संवारा और मेरे माथे पर एक अधूरा सा चुंबन जड़ दिया। "बस शांत हो जाओ और ध्यान केंद्रित करो।" उसकी समझदारी भरी बातों ने मुझे संभाल लिया और जिस तर्क-वितर्क के सहारे मेरी ज़िंदगी चलती थी, उसने फिर से कमान संभाल ली।

In this one terrified moment, my mind couldn’t focus on any of it. “I’ve forgotten everything.” “No, you haven’t.” His voice in the darkness was calm and reassuring. He smoothed back my hair and pressed one of those half kisses to my forehead. “Just relax and focus." “His reasonable words centered me and allowed the gears of logic that ran my life to take over again.

In this one terrified moment, my mind couldn’t focus on any of it. “I’ve forgotten everything.” “No, you haven’t.” His voice in the darkness was calm and reassuring. He smoothed back my hair and pressed one of those half kisses to my forehead. “Just relax and focus." “His reasonable words centered me and allowed the gears of logic that ran my life to take over again.

ये लोग कौन हैं?" मेरी माँ ने पूछा। "खुद अंदाज़ा लगाओ," एबे ने बेरुखी से जवाब दिया। "कैद से भागने के बाद दोबारा वहीं घुसने की बेवकूफी कौन कर सकता है?

Who are these people?" my mother asked. "Guess," replied Abe flatly. "Who would be foolish enough to break into court after escaping it?

Who are these people?" my mother asked. "Guess," replied Abe flatly. "Who would be foolish enough to break into court after escaping it?

ب্লেک چمکتے ہوئے چہرے کے ساتھ مسکرایا۔ "کیا میں آپ کو واسیلیسا کہہ سکتا ہوں؟" "آپ مجھے لِسا کہہ سکتے ہیں۔" کرسچن نے بات کاٹتے ہوئے کہا، "اور اب آپ اس کا ہاتھ بھی چھوڑ سکتے ہیں۔"

Blake smiled radiantly. ʺMay I call you Vasilisa?ʺ ʺYou can call me Lissa.ʺ ʺYou can also,ʺ added Christian, ʺlet go of her hand now.

Blake smiled radiantly. ʺMay I call you Vasilisa?ʺ ʺYou can call me Lissa.ʺ ʺYou can also,ʺ added Christian, ʺlet go of her hand now.

मजाक कर रही हो? वह घमंडी, व्यंग्यात्मक है, लोगों को डराना पसंद करता है—और—ओह।” ठीक है। शायद उसकी बात में दम था।

Are you kidding? He's arrogant, sarcastic, likes to intimidate people, and—oh." Okay. Maybe she had a point.

Are you kidding? He's arrogant, sarcastic, likes to intimidate people, and—oh." Okay. Maybe she had a point.

इससे कोई फर्क नहीं पड़ता," एड्रियन मुस्कुराते हुए बोला। उसने अपना एक हाथ मेरे कंधे पर रखा। "कुछ चीजें इस परेशानी के काबिल होती हैं।"

It doesn’t matter,” said Adrian, smiling. He rested a hand on my shoulder. “Some things are worth the trouble.

It doesn’t matter,” said Adrian, smiling. He rested a hand on my shoulder. “Some things are worth the trouble.

मैंने दिमित्री की आँखों में झाँका और बॉलरूम में अपने आस-पास मंडराते उस साए को याद किया। "जब मैंने लिसा के आगे छलांग लगाई थी, तब तुमने भी पीछा किया था, है ना? तुम्हारा निशाना कौन था? मैं या वह?" उसने कई सेकंड तक मुझे गौर से देखा। वह झूठ बोल सकता था। वह यह आसान सा जवाब दे सकता था कि उसका इरादा हम दोनों को रास्ते से हटाने का था—अगर ऐसा मुमकिन भी होता, जो मुझे याद नहीं। लेकिन दिमित्री ने झूठ नहीं बोला। "मुझे नहीं पता, रोज़ा। मुझे नहीं पता।"

I eyed Dimitri, recalling a shadow in my periphery back in the ballroom. "You followed when I jumped in front of Lissa, didn't you? Who were you going for? Me or her?" He studied me for several long seconds. He could have lied. He could have given the easy answer by saying he'd intended to push both of us out of the way-if that was even possible, which I didn't recall. But Dimitri didn't lie. "I don't know, Roza. I don't know.

I eyed Dimitri, recalling a shadow in my periphery back in the ballroom. "You followed when I jumped in front of Lissa, didn't you? Who were you going for? Me or her?" He studied me for several long seconds. He could have lied. He could have given the easy answer by saying he'd intended to push both of us out of the way-if that was even possible, which I didn't recall. But Dimitri didn't lie. "I don't know, Roza. I don't know.

میری ماں کسی کے ساتھ نہیں سوتی تھی۔ وہ تو اپنے شوہر کے ساتھ بھی نہیں سوتی۔

My mother wasnʹt sleeping with anybody. She doesnʹt even sleep with my father.

My mother wasnʹt sleeping with anybody. She doesnʹt even sleep with my father.

काल्पनिक स्थितियों में शांति और प्यार चाहना बहुत आसान होता है—फिर जब हकीकत सामने आती है, तो कभी-कभी हमें वो सब करना पड़ता है जो बदसूरत होता है।

It’s easy to want peace and love in hypothetical situations—then reality sets in, and sometimes we have to do what’s ugly.

It’s easy to want peace and love in hypothetical situations—then reality sets in, and sometimes we have to do what’s ugly.

मुझे अहसास हुआ कि मुझे प्यार हो गया है। यह तो हमेशा से मेरे बिल्कुल सामने था।

I realized I’m in love. It's always been right in front of me.

I realized I’m in love. It's always been right in front of me.

वाह भई वाह," मैंने कहा। "अगर ये वे लोग नहीं हैं जो रोज़ा हाथवे को इस दुनिया में खुला छोड़ने के लिए ज़िम्मेदार हैं। तुम्हें बहुत सी बातों के जवाब देने हैं।"

Well, well, well," I said. "If it isn't the people responsible for unleashing Rose Hathaway on the world. You've got a lot to answer for.

Well, well, well," I said. "If it isn't the people responsible for unleashing Rose Hathaway on the world. You've got a lot to answer for.

اس نے ادھر ادھر چہروں پر نظر دوڑاتے ہوئے پوچھا، "کیا چل رہا ہے یہاں؟ میں ایک اچھا خواب دیکھ رہا تھا۔" لِسا نے کہا، "مجھے تمہاری ضرورت ہے۔" "عورتوں سے یہ بات میں اکثر سنتا ہوں۔"

"What's going on?" he asked, looking from face to face. "I was having a good dream." "I need you," said Lisa. "I hear that from women a lot."

"What's going on?" he asked, looking from face to face. "I was having a good dream." "I need you," said Lisa. "I hear that from women a lot."

यह बकवास है।” खासकर क्रिस्टल के मर्द होने वाली बात तो बिल्कुल ही बेतुकी थी।

That's ridiculous." Especially the part about Christian being manly.

That's ridiculous." Especially the part about Christian being manly.

सेज।" वह हँसा। "मुझे हर चीज़ मंजूर है, बस शर्त यह है कि तुम मेरे साथ हो।"

Sage.” He laughed. “I’m into anything, so long as you’re with me.

Sage.” He laughed. “I’m into anything, so long as you’re with me.

मेरे बारे में हर चीज़ प्यारी नहीं होती।" "यह सच है, कुछ चीज़ें प्यारी हैं। बाकी सब सेक्सी हैं। होश उड़ा देने वाली, हद दर्जे की सेक्सी। यह गनीमत है कि मैं कोई काम कर पाऊँ, क्योंकि मेरा बस यही सोचते-सोचते गुजर जाता है कि तुम्हारे होंठों का स्वाद कैसा है या मेरी त्वचा पर तुम्हारी उंगलियों का अहसास कैसा होता है या तुम्हारे पैर..." "एड्रियान, बकवास बंद करो।"

Not everything about me is cute." "That's true, some things are cute. The rest are sexy. Astonishing, agonizingly sexy. It's a wonder I can get anything done at all, when all I ever think about is the way your lips taste or how your fingertips feel on my skin or how your legs are..." "Adrian, shut up.

Not everything about me is cute." "That's true, some things are cute. The rest are sexy. Astonishing, agonizingly sexy. It's a wonder I can get anything done at all, when all I ever think about is the way your lips taste or how your fingertips feel on my skin or how your legs are..." "Adrian, shut up.

دیمتری کی قید میں گزارے وہ دن۔ اس کے ہونٹ—اس کی ٹھنڈی جلد کے باوجود کتنے، کتنے گرم تھے—جنہوں نے میرے ہونٹوں کو چھوا تھا۔ میری گردن میں اس کے نوکیلے دانتوں کے گڑنے کا احساس اور اس کے بعد کا وہ مدہوش کر دینے والا سکون... وہ بالکل ویسا ہی لگ رہا تھا، وہی چاکلیٹی سفیدی اور سرخ حلقوں والی آنکھیں، جو اس کے ٹھوڑی تک آتے ہوئے نرم بھورے بالوں اور چہرے کے حسین نقوش سے بالکل متصادم تھیں۔ یہاں تک کہ اس نے چمڑے کا لمبا کوٹ بھی پہن رکھا تھا۔

My captivity with Dimitri. The way his mouth—so, so warm, despite his cold skin—had kissed mine. The feel of his fangs pressing into my neck and the sweet bliss that followed... He looked exactly the same too, with that chalky white pallor and red-ringed eyes that so conflicted with the soft, chin-length brown hair and otherwise gorgeous lines of his face. He even had a leather duster on.

My captivity with Dimitri. The way his mouth—so, so warm, despite his cold skin—had kissed mine. The feel of his fangs pressing into my neck and the sweet bliss that followed... He looked exactly the same too, with that chalky white pallor and red-ringed eyes that so conflicted with the soft, chin-length brown hair and otherwise gorgeous lines of his face. He even had a leather duster on.

यह मेरी गलती से ज़्यादा मेरी जीनियस (बुद्धिमत्ता) है।

It's not my fault so much as my genius.

It's not my fault so much as my genius.

हाँ, मुझे... मुझे लगता है कि मुझे उससे प्यार हो गया है। क्या यह पागलपन है?

Yes, I-- I think I love her. Is that nuts?

Yes, I-- I think I love her. Is that nuts?

मुझे यह चाहिए! मुझे यह चाहिए! यह राजघराने की खानदानी विरासत है!" "एड्रियान?" "तुम यहाँ क्या कर रहे हो?" "तुम्हें ढूँढने आया हूँ। चलो, हमें चलना चाहिए। मैं तुम्हें घर छोड़ दूंगा।" "नहीं, मैं नहीं जा सकता। जब तक यह मिल नहीं जाता। उसने इसे चुरा लिया है!"

I need it! I need it! It's a royal heirloom!" "Adrian?" "What are you doing here?" "Looking for you. Come on, we need to go. I'll drive you home." "No, I can't. Not until we get it. He stole it!

I need it! I need it! It's a royal heirloom!" "Adrian?" "What are you doing here?" "Looking for you. Come on, we need to go. I'll drive you home." "No, I can't. Not until we get it. He stole it!

اس یاد نے میرے گلے میں ایک گانٹھ سی باندھ دی جب مجھے اس کا سنجیدہ اور خوبصورت چہرہ یاد آیا؛ وہ بھوری آنکھیں کتنی پرجوش اور پرعزم تھیں جب اس نے میری حمایت میں آواز اٹھائی اور باقی سب کو میری اہمیت کا یقین دلایا۔

That memory made a lump form in my throat as I remembered his face, serious and gorgeous, those brown eyes intense and passionate as he spoke up for me and convinced the others of my value.

That memory made a lump form in my throat as I remembered his face, serious and gorgeous, those brown eyes intense and passionate as he spoke up for me and convinced the others of my value.

क्योंकि अज्ञानता और बुद्धिमत्ता का विनाश, इससे बड़ा कोई पाप नहीं है। किसी भी अन्य ताकत की तुलना में अज्ञानता ज़्यादा मौतों, ज़्यादा कट्टरता और ज़्यादा पापों के लिए ज़िम्मेदार रही है। यह इंसानों का विनाश करने वाली चीज़ है।

Because there is no greater evil than ignorance and the destruction of genius. Ignorance has been responsible for more death, more bigotry, and more sin than any other force. It is the destroyer of mankind.

Because there is no greater evil than ignorance and the destruction of genius. Ignorance has been responsible for more death, more bigotry, and more sin than any other force. It is the destroyer of mankind.

एक दिन वह मुझ पर किताब फेंकती है। और अगले ही दिन, हम लाइब्रेरी के पीछे किस कर रहे होते हैं।

One day she's throwing a book at me. The next, we're making out behind the library.

One day she's throwing a book at me. The next, we're making out behind the library.

तुम इतने बड़े कीमियागर बनना चाहते हो? सामने आई समस्या पर तुरंत प्रतिक्रिया देने का इंतज़ार मत करो। आगे की योजना बनाओ। बड़े परिप्रेक्ष्य को देखो ताकि तुम्हें कभी उस समस्या से जूझना ही न पड़े। छोटी-मोटी परेशानियों में उलझने से बेहतर है कि खुद को किसी बड़ी तबाही से बचा लो।

You want to be an alchemist so badly? Don't wait to react to the immediate problem. Plan ahead. Look at the big picture and you won't ever have to deal with that problem. Better to save yourself from a major catastrophe than drag your feet over a bunch of little inconveniences.

You want to be an alchemist so badly? Don't wait to react to the immediate problem. Plan ahead. Look at the big picture and you won't ever have to deal with that problem. Better to save yourself from a major catastrophe than drag your feet over a bunch of little inconveniences.

تم یہاں کیسے پہنچی؟" میں نے پوچھا۔ اس نے آنکھ مٹکا کر کہا، "صرف تم ہی لوگ کاریں نہیں چرا سکتے۔ یا میرے معاملے میں یوں کہو کہ لوگوں کو 'خوشی سے' ادھار دینے پر مجبور نہیں کر سکتے۔"

Howʹd you get here?ʺ I asked. She winked. ʺYouʹre not the only ones who can steal cars. Or, in my case, get people to ‘willinglyʹ lend them.

Howʹd you get here?ʺ I asked. She winked. ʺYouʹre not the only ones who can steal cars. Or, in my case, get people to ‘willinglyʹ lend them.

जिंदगी और मौत का कोई भरोसा नहीं था। वे एक-दूसरे के कितने करीब थीं। हम पल-पल जी रहे थे, यह जाने बिना कि दुनिया छोड़ने वाला अगला शख्स कौन होगा। मैं अभी भी इस दुनिया में थी, बस किसी तरह, और जब मैंने राख के ढेर से ऊपर देखा, तो मेरे आसपास की हर चीज़ इतनी प्यारी और खूबसूरत लग रही थी। पेड़। तारे। चाँद। मैं ज़िंदा थी—और मुझे खुशी थी कि मैं ज़िंदा थी।

Life and death were so unpredictable. So close to each other. We existed moment to moment, never knowing who would be the next to leave the world. I was still in it, barely, and as I looked up from the ashes, everything around me seemed so sweet and so beautiful. The trees. The stars. The moon. I was alive -- and I was glad I was.

Life and death were so unpredictable. So close to each other. We existed moment to moment, never knowing who would be the next to leave the world. I was still in it, barely, and as I looked up from the ashes, everything around me seemed so sweet and so beautiful. The trees. The stars. The moon. I was alive -- and I was glad I was.

मैं तुमसे प्यार करता हूँ, और उस सारे तर्क, हिसाब-किताब और अंधविश्वास के परे, मैं जानता हूँ कि तुम भी मुझसे प्यार करती हो।

I love you, and beneath all that logic, calculation, and superstition, I know you love me too.

I love you, and beneath all that logic, calculation, and superstition, I know you love me too.

क्या तुम्हारी अंग्रेज़ी में बैक आ रही है?" मैंने पूछा।एंजलीन का चेहरा शर्म से लाल हो गया। "यह मेरी गलती नहीं है।" "मुझे भी पता है कि तुम विकिपीडिया पर कोई लेख लिखकर उसे अपने निबंध में स्रोत के तौर पर इस्तेमाल नहीं कर सकतीं।" सिडनी ने जब मुझे यह बात बताई थी, तो वह गुस्से और हैरानी के बीच झूल रही थी। "मैंने 'प्राइमरी सोर्स' (प्राथमिक स्रोत) को एक बिल्कुल नए स्तर पर पहुँचा दिया था!" सच कहूँ तो, यह हैरानी की बात थी कि हम एंजलीन के बिना इतने लंबे समय तक कैसे टिके रहे। उसके आने से पहले की ज़िंदगी कितनी बोरियत भरी रही होगी!

Aren't you failing English?" I asked. Angeline flushed. "It's not my fault." "Even I know you can't write an article on Wikipedia and then use it as a source in your own essay." Sydney had been torn between horror and hysterics when she told me. "I took 'primary source' to a whole new level!" Honestly, it was a wonder we'd gotten by for so long without Angeline. Life must have been so boring before her.

Aren't you failing English?" I asked. Angeline flushed. "It's not my fault." "Even I know you can't write an article on Wikipedia and then use it as a source in your own essay." Sydney had been torn between horror and hysterics when she told me. "I took 'primary source' to a whole new level!" Honestly, it was a wonder we'd gotten by for so long without Angeline. Life must have been so boring before her.

کرسچن اور ایڈریان دونوں کو یہ ڈر تھا کہ اس کے اندر سٹریگوئی کا کوئی نہ کوئی اثر ضرور باقی ہوگا، لیکن ان کے خدشات کا تعلق صرف تشدد اور خون خرابے سے تھا۔ کسی نے سوچا بھی نہیں تھا کہ یہ ہوگا: سٹریگوئی کی طرح جینے نے اس کے دل کو پتھر بنا دیا تھا، اس کے اندر کسی سے بھی محبت کرنے کے امکان کو ہمیشہ کے لیے ختم کر دیا تھا۔ مجھ سے محبت کرنے کے ہر امکان کو مار ڈالا تھا۔ اور مجھے پورا یقین تھا کہ اگر ایسا ہے، تو میرے اندر کا ایک حصہ بھی مر جائے گا۔

Both Christian and Adrian had worried there would be some piece of Strigoi left in him, but their fears had been about violence and bloodshed. No one would have guessed this: that living as a Strigoi had hardened his heart, killing any chance of him loving anyone. Killing any chance of him loving me. And I was pretty sure that if that was the case, then part of me would die too.

Both Christian and Adrian had worried there would be some piece of Strigoi left in him, but their fears had been about violence and bloodshed. No one would have guessed this: that living as a Strigoi had hardened his heart, killing any chance of him loving anyone. Killing any chance of him loving me. And I was pretty sure that if that was the case, then part of me would die too.

लेकिन जब फोन की दूसरी तरफ लाइन जुड़ी, तो खुद उस आदमी ने नहीं बल्कि उसकी वॉइसमेल ने जवाब दिया। उसकी हंसमुख आवाज़ ने कहा, “मुझे पता है कि मुझे मिस करके तुम्हें कितना दुख हुआ होगा, लेकिन एक मैसेज छोड़ दो, और मैं जल्द से जल्द तुम्हारी इस तकलीफ को कम करने की कोशिश करूंगा।”

But when the other end of the line picked up, it was his voicemail that answered, not the man himself. "I know how devastated you must be to miss me," his cheery voice said, "but leave a message, and I'll try to ease your agony as soon as possible.

But when the other end of the line picked up, it was his voicemail that answered, not the man himself. "I know how devastated you must be to miss me," his cheery voice said, "but leave a message, and I'll try to ease your agony as soon as possible.

उसने फरिश्तों जैसी मासूम आँखों से ऊपर मेरी तरफ देखा। "क्या कर रहा हूँ?" "तुम अच्छी तरह जानते हो। तुम मुझे अपने जाल में फँसा रहे हो। तुम जानते हो कि मैं खुद को रोक नहीं सकती—

He looked up at me with angelic eyes. "Doing what?" "You know what. You're luring me in. You know I can't resist-

He looked up at me with angelic eyes. "Doing what?" "You know what. You're luring me in. You know I can't resist-

क्या चल रहा है?" क्रिश्चियन ने पूछा। "हेयरस्टाइलिंग के कुछ नुस्खे चाहिए?" "जो नुस्खे तुमने मुझसे चुराए हैं? नहीं शुक्रिया। पर मैंने सुना है कि तुम्हारे पास बेकन मीटलोफ की बहुत बढ़िया रेसिपी है।" उसकी हैरानी को पूरी तरह देखने के लिए यह बात उस पल के लिए बिल्कुल सही थी। "तुमने कबसे खाना बनाना शुरू कर दिया?" वह आखिरकार हकलाते हुए बोला। "अरे, तुम तो जानते ही हो। मैं हरफनमौला हूँ। मैं सब कर लेता हूँ। अगर तुम्हारे पास है तो भेजो, मैं कोशिश करूँगा। अगर मैंने कुछ सुधार किया तो तुम्हें बताऊँगा।" उसके चेहरे पर फिर से वही कुटिल मुस्कान लौट आई। "क्या तुम किसी लड़की को इंप्रेस करने की कोशिश कर रहे हो?" "खाना बनाने से?" मैंने अपने चेहरे की तरफ इशारा किया। "ओजेरा, इसके अलावा और किसी चीज़ की ज़रूरत ही नहीं पड़ती।"

What's up?" Christian asked. "Need some hairstyling tips?" "Tips you stole from me? No thanks. But I hear you've got a really good bacon meatloaf recipe." It was worth it then and there to see his complete and total surprise. "Since when do you cook?" he finally managed to stammer. "Oh, you know. I'm a Renaissance man. I do it all. Send it if you've got it, and I'll give it a try. I'll let you know if I make any improvements." His smirk returned. "Are you trying to impress a girl?" "With cooking?" I pointed at my face. "This is all it takes, Ozera.

What's up?" Christian asked. "Need some hairstyling tips?" "Tips you stole from me? No thanks. But I hear you've got a really good bacon meatloaf recipe." It was worth it then and there to see his complete and total surprise. "Since when do you cook?" he finally managed to stammer. "Oh, you know. I'm a Renaissance man. I do it all. Send it if you've got it, and I'll give it a try. I'll let you know if I make any improvements." His smirk returned. "Are you trying to impress a girl?" "With cooking?" I pointed at my face. "This is all it takes, Ozera.

میں نے کبھی نہیں سوچا تھا کہ میں کبھی کسی چرچ کے سبق کو دہرائوں گی، لیکن جب باقی مجمع عبادت کے لیے کھڑا ہوا، تو میں نے خود کو دیمتری سے یہ کہتے ہوئے پایا: "کیا تمہیں نہیں لگتا کہ اگر خدا مبینہ طور پر تمہیں معاف کر سکتا ہے، تو یہ تمہاری طرف سے کچھ زیادہ ہی خود غرضی ہے کہ تم خود کو معاف نہ کرو؟" اس نے پوچھا، "تم کتنے عرصے سے مجھ پر یہ جملہ پھینکنے کا انتظار کر رہی تھیں؟" "دراصل، یہ ابھی میرے ذہن میں آیا۔ کافی اچھا ہے نا؟ میں شرط لگا سکتی ہوں کہ تم نے سوچا ہوگا میں دھیان نہیں دے رہی تھی۔" "تم نہیں دے رہی تھیں۔ تم کبھی نہیں دیتی۔ تم مجھے دیکھ رہی تھیں۔"

I also never would have imagined I'd quote back a church lesson, but when the rest of the crowd stood up to take communion, I found myself saying to Dimitri: "Don't you think that if God can supposedly forgive you, it's kind of egotistical for you not to forgive yourself?" "How long have you been waiting to use that line on me?" he asked. "Actually, it just came to me. Pretty good, huh? I bet you thought I wasn't paying attention." "You weren't. You never do. You were watching me.

I also never would have imagined I'd quote back a church lesson, but when the rest of the crowd stood up to take communion, I found myself saying to Dimitri: "Don't you think that if God can supposedly forgive you, it's kind of egotistical for you not to forgive yourself?" "How long have you been waiting to use that line on me?" he asked. "Actually, it just came to me. Pretty good, huh? I bet you thought I wasn't paying attention." "You weren't. You never do. You were watching me.

तुम मुझे बेवकूफ नहीं बना सकती, यार। तुम काउबॉय हैट पहनकर कानून तोड़ने वाले बैंक लुटेरों को काबू में रखना चाहती हो।'' “वक्त नहीं है। मुझे तुम्हें ही काबू में रखने में काफी मुसीबत झेलनी पड़ती है।”

You can't fool me, comrade. You want to put on a cowboy hat and keep lawless bank robbers in line.'' "No time. I have enough trouble keeping you in line.

You can't fool me, comrade. You want to put on a cowboy hat and keep lawless bank robbers in line.'' "No time. I have enough trouble keeping you in line.

शांत हो जाओ, बच्चे होने में अभी कई साल बाकी हैं। पर ज़रा कल्पना करो? तुम्हारा दिमाग, मेरा चार्म, हम दोनों की मिली-जुली खूबसूरती... और फिर उसमें धैम्पिरों की आम शारीरिक क्षमताएं भी जोड़ लें। यह तो बाकी सब के साथ सचमुच नाइंसाफी होगी।

Relax, having kids is years away. But can you imagine? Your brains, my charm, our collective good looks... then add in the usual physical abilities dhampirs get. It's really not even fair to everyone else.

Relax, having kids is years away. But can you imagine? Your brains, my charm, our collective good looks... then add in the usual physical abilities dhampirs get. It's really not even fair to everyone else.

हम हर चीज़ को बहुत हल्के में लेते हैं, लेकिन जब मैं एंजेलिन के साथ होता हूँ, तो मुझे दुनिया एक नई नज़रों से दिखती है। वह मेरी दुनिया को और बेहतर बना देती है। यही वजह है कि वह इतनी खास है।

We take everything for granted, but when I'm with Angeline, I see the world through new eyes. She makes my world better. It's why she's so great.

We take everything for granted, but when I'm with Angeline, I see the world through new eyes. She makes my world better. It's why she's so great.

اس نے تبصرہ کرتے ہوئے کہا، "تمہارا اخلاقی معیار بھی بڑا دلچسپ ہے۔ جیل سے فرار ہونا ٹھیک ہے، لیکن کار چرا لو تو تم بالکل بگڑ جاتی ہو۔"

You have an interesting set of morals," he observed. "Breaking out of jail is okay. But steal a car, and you sound totally outraged.

You have an interesting set of morals," he observed. "Breaking out of jail is okay. But steal a car, and you sound totally outraged.

“और कौन जा रहा है?” मैंने पूछा। उसने कंधे उचकाए। “बस तुम और मैं।” मेरा मूड तुरंत ‘खुशमिज़ाज’ से छलांग लगाकर सीधे ‘बेहद उत्साहित’ पर पहुँच गया। मैं और दिमित्री। अकेले। एक कार में। यह किसी सरप्राइज टेस्ट से कहीं ज़्यादा बेहतर हो सकता था। “कितनी दूर है?” मन ही मन, मैंने दुआ की कि यह वाकई एक बहुत लंबा सफर हो। जैसे, एक हफ्ता लेने वाला। और जिसमें हमारा रुकना किसी आलीशान होटल में हो। शायद हम बर्फ के किसी तूफान में फँस जाते, और सिर्फ एक-दूसरे के शरीर की गर्माहट ही हमें ज़िंदा रखती। “पाँच घंटे।” “ओह।” जितनी उम्मीद थी, उससे थोड़ा कम। फिर भी, पाँच घंटे कुछ न होने से तो बेहतर ही थे। इससे बर्फ में फँसने की संभावना भी पूरी तरह खत्म नहीं हुई थी।

Who else is going?" I asked. He shrugged. "Just you and me." My mood promptly shot up past 'cheerful' and went straight to 'estatic.' Me and Dimitri. Alone. In a car. This might very well be worth a surprise test. "How far is it?" Silently, I begged for it to be a really long drive. Like, one that would take a week. And would involve us staying overnight in luxury hotels. Maybe we'd get stranded in a snowbank, and only body heat would keep us alive. "Five hours" "Oh." A bit less than I'd hoped for. Still, five hours was better than nothing. It didn't rule out the snowbank possibility, either.

Who else is going?" I asked. He shrugged. "Just you and me." My mood promptly shot up past 'cheerful' and went straight to 'estatic.' Me and Dimitri. Alone. In a car. This might very well be worth a surprise test. "How far is it?" Silently, I begged for it to be a really long drive. Like, one that would take a week. And would involve us staying overnight in luxury hotels. Maybe we'd get stranded in a snowbank, and only body heat would keep us alive. "Five hours" "Oh." A bit less than I'd hoped for. Still, five hours was better than nothing. It didn't rule out the snowbank possibility, either.

अपने इस रूखे और बेपरवाह रवैये के बावजूद, उसका दिल बहुत अच्छा था—और उसका ज्यादातर हिस्सा लिसा के पास था।

Despite his cynical exterior, he had a good heart-and Lissa owned most of it.

Despite his cynical exterior, he had a good heart-and Lissa owned most of it.

शायद उसका पीछा करने के बजाय, तुम्हें किसी और के साथ बाहर जाना चाहिए।" उसने आह भरी। "तुम्हें क्या लगता है मैंने कोशिश नहीं की? कोई उसकी बराबरी कैसे कर सकता है? शायद तुम्हें यकीन न हो, लेकिन इस स्कूल में एंजेलिन जैसी कोई दूसरी नहीं है।

Maybe instead of stalking her, you should go out with someone else." He sighed. "You don't think I've tried? How can anyone compare? You might not believe this, but there is no one like Ageline at this school.

Maybe instead of stalking her, you should go out with someone else." He sighed. "You don't think I've tried? How can anyone compare? You might not believe this, but there is no one like Ageline at this school.

شاید اس تمام جرم کے احساس اور اس پختہ یقین کے باوجود کہ وہ دوبارہ محبت نہیں کر سکتا، وہ اب بھی مجھے چاہتا تھا۔ مجھے یہ جان کر اچھا لگتا۔ لیکن میرے پاس وقت نہیں تھا، اس کے بجائے میں نے اسے مکا دے مارا۔

Maybe under all that guilt and certainty that he couldn't love again, he still wanted me. I would have liked to have found out. But I didn't have the time. Instead, I punched him.

Maybe under all that guilt and certainty that he couldn't love again, he still wanted me. I would have liked to have found out. But I didn't have the time. Instead, I punched him.

तो तुम सिर्फ इसलिए यह सब कर रही हो? क्योंकि लिसा ने तुमसे कहा है?

Thats why your doing this? Because Lissa told you to?

Thats why your doing this? Because Lissa told you to?

शिष्टता कभी एड्रियन का मजबूत पक्ष नहीं रहा है।

Propriety's never been Adrian's strong suit.

Propriety's never been Adrian's strong suit.

एंजेलिन उस धैम्पिर के साथ घूम रही है। मैंने अभी दोनों को साथ जाते देखा है। क्या उनके बीच कुछ चल रहा है?" मैंने पूछा, "कौन सा धैम्पिर?" "वही, जो नकली ब्रिटिश लहजे में बोलता है।" "मुझे नहीं लगता कि वह नकली है।" "खैर, जो भी हो।" ट्रे के चेहरे पर साफ झलक रही ईर्ष्या को मैं भी भांप सकता था। "उनके बीच क्या खिचड़ी पक रही है?" "पक्का यकीन है कि कुछ नहीं है।" "तो फिर वे हमेशा साथ क्यों रहते हैं?" क्योंकि वह तुम्हें भुलाना चाहती है, मैंने मन में सोचा।

Angeline's been hanging out with that dhampir. I just saw them walking off together. Is something going on with them?" "Which dhampir?" I asked. "The one with the fake British accent." "I don't think it's fake." "Well, whatever." Even I could read the jealousy in Trey's features. "What's up with them?" "Pretty sure there's nothing." "Then why are they always together?" Because she's trying to get over you, I thought.

Angeline's been hanging out with that dhampir. I just saw them walking off together. Is something going on with them?" "Which dhampir?" I asked. "The one with the fake British accent." "I don't think it's fake." "Well, whatever." Even I could read the jealousy in Trey's features. "What's up with them?" "Pretty sure there's nothing." "Then why are they always together?" Because she's trying to get over you, I thought.

میرے پاس مصدقہ خبر ہے کہ وک্টর کی کار خراب ہونے والی ہے۔ اور یہ بھی کہ رابرٹ کو چیریوز بہت پسند ہیں، اس لیے اگر تمہیں کچھ چاہیے تو بھول جاؤ، وہ بانٹنے والوں میں سے نہیں لگتا۔

I have it on good authority that Victor's going to have car trouble. Also that Robert really likes Cheerios, so if you want some, you're out of luck. He doesn't seem like the sharing type.

I have it on good authority that Victor's going to have car trouble. Also that Robert really likes Cheerios, so if you want some, you're out of luck. He doesn't seem like the sharing type.

तुम्हारी रक्षा के लिए मैं कुछ भी कर सकता हूँ।

I'd do a lot of things to protect you.

I'd do a lot of things to protect you.

मैं अपने दिमाग को शांत नहीं कर पा रहा हूँ। यह किसी हम्स्टर के पहिए की तरह लगातार घूमता रहता है।" ~ जस्टिन

I can't shut my brain off. It's like a hamster wheel." ~ Justin

I can't shut my brain off. It's like a hamster wheel." ~ Justin

तुम्हें पता है ना कि मैं तुमसे प्यार करती हूँ?" उसे अलविदा कहते हुए चूमने की मेरी इच्छा इतनी तीव्र थी कि मैं लगभग अपने ही नियम तोड़ने ही वाला था। सुबह की सुनहरी धूप में वह बेहद खूबसूरत लग रही थी और मुस्कुराई। "उतना नहीं जितना मैं तुमसे प्यार करती हूँ।" "ओह, यार। यह तो मेरे सपनों के सच होने जैसा है: 'मैं तुमसे ज़्यादा प्यार करती हूँ' वाली बहस। लो, मैं शुरुआत करता हूँ। मैं तुमसे ज़्यादा प्यार करती हूँ। अब तुम्हारी बारी।" सिडनी हँसी और दरवाज़ा खोला। "मैंने डिबेट की क्लासें ली हैं। तुम मेरी तर्कशक्ति के आगे हार जाओगे।

You know I love you, right?” The urge to kiss her goodbye was so strong that I almost broke our rules. She smiled, beautiful and golden in the late morning light. “Not as much as I love you.” “Oh, man. This is my dream come true: having an ‘I love you more’ debate. Here, I’ll start. I love you more. Your turn.” Sydney laughed and opened the door. “I’ve taken debate classes. You’d lose to my logic.

You know I love you, right?” The urge to kiss her goodbye was so strong that I almost broke our rules. She smiled, beautiful and golden in the late morning light. “Not as much as I love you.” “Oh, man. This is my dream come true: having an ‘I love you more’ debate. Here, I’ll start. I love you more. Your turn.” Sydney laughed and opened the door. “I’ve taken debate classes. You’d lose to my logic.

یہ تو عقلمندی کی بات ہے۔ جیسے ہی سونیا بولنے کے قابل ہو گی، ہمیں یہاں سے نکلنا ہوگا۔" وہ مسکرایا۔ "سڈنی تو جنگ کی ماسٹر مائنڈ بنتی جا رہی ہے۔" میں نے چھیڑتے ہوئے کہا، "ارے، وہ یہاں انچارج تھوڑی ہے۔ وہ تو بس ایک سپاہی ہے۔" "صحیح ہے۔" اس نے اپنی انگلیاں ہلکے سے میرے گال پر پھیریں۔ "معاف کرنا، کیپٹن۔" میں نے اس ہلکے سے لمس سے سانس روکتے ہوئے اصلاح کی، "جنرل کہو۔"

That's smart. Once Sonya's able to talk, we'll need to move." He smiled. "Sydney's turning into a battle mastermind." "Hey, she's not in charge here," I teased. "She's just a soldier." "Right." He lightly brushed his fingers against my cheek. "Sorry, Captain." "General," I corrected, catching my breath at that brief touch.

That's smart. Once Sonya's able to talk, we'll need to move." He smiled. "Sydney's turning into a battle mastermind." "Hey, she's not in charge here," I teased. "She's just a soldier." "Right." He lightly brushed his fingers against my cheek. "Sorry, Captain." "General," I corrected, catching my breath at that brief touch.

"यह कौन है?" एड्रियन ने कहा, "एक बेवकूफ। इसे देखकर तो मैं समाज का एक प्रतिष्ठित नागरिक लगने लगता हूँ।"

Who is he?" "An idiot, said Adrian. "Makes me look like an upstanding member of society.

Who is he?" "An idiot, said Adrian. "Makes me look like an upstanding member of society.

समझदार लोगों को ठोस जवाबों की जरूरत नहीं होती। परिभाषा के मुताबिक, उन्हें समझदारी की जरूरत होती है।" ~ गेराकी

Wise men don't need concrete answers. By definition, they need wisdom." ~ Geraki

Wise men don't need concrete answers. By definition, they need wisdom." ~ Geraki

सुनो मेसन, अपने चेहरे से लार पोछो। अगर तुम्हें मेरे बारे में गंदे ख्याल लाने ही हैं, तो अपने खाली वक्त में लाना।" [...] "यह मेरा ही वक्त है, हाथवे। आज के सेशन की कमान मेरे हाथ में है।" "अच्छा, ऐसा है क्या?" मैंने पलटकर जवाब दिया। "हूँ। तो फिर मुझे लगता है कि मेरे बारे में सोचने के लिए यह बिल्कुल सही समय है।" पास ही खड़े किसी शख्स نے माहौल की गंभीरता को कम करते हुए कहा, "तुम्हारे बारे में सोचने का हर वक्त सही होता है।"

Hey Mason, wipe the drool off your face. If you're going to think about me naked, do it on your own time." [...] "This is my time, Hathaway. I'm leading today's session." "Oh yeah?" I retorted. "Huh. Well, I guess this is a good time to think about me naked, then." "It's always a good a time to think about you naked," added someone nearby, breaking the tension further.

Hey Mason, wipe the drool off your face. If you're going to think about me naked, do it on your own time." [...] "This is my time, Hathaway. I'm leading today's session." "Oh yeah?" I retorted. "Huh. Well, I guess this is a good time to think about me naked, then." "It's always a good a time to think about you naked," added someone nearby, breaking the tension further.

میں نے سوچا کہ بچوں کو اس معاملے میں گھسیٹنا انتہائی گھٹیا حرکت تھی۔ کم از کم اس نے کتوں کے بچوں کو تو بخش دیا تھا۔

Bringing children into it was just low, I decided. At least heʹd left puppies out.

Bringing children into it was just low, I decided. At least heʹd left puppies out.

लिसा के पीछे से मुझे क्रिश्चियन की आवाज़ सुनाई दी, "अब तक का... सबसे खराब... वक्त।" एड्रियन ने लिसा को देखा और फिर सुइट के दूसरे कोने में बेड पर फैले क्रिश्चियन पर नजर डाली। "हूँ," एड्रियन खुद से अंदर आते हुए बोला, "तो इस तरह तुम परिवार की समस्या सुलझाने वाले हो। छोटे ड्रैगोमिर। अच्छा विचार है।" क्रिश्चियन उठकर उनकी तरफ चल पड़ा। "हाँ, बिल्कुल। तुम लोग सरकारी काउंसिल के आधिकारिक काम में खलल डाल रहे हो।"

From behind Lissa, I heard Christian say, "Worst. Timing. Ever." Adrian studied Lissa and then looked at Christain sprawling on the bed on the far side of the suite. "Huh," Adrian said, letting himself in. "So that's how you're going to fix the family problem. Little Dragomirs. Good idea." Christian sat up and strolled toward them. "Yeah, that's exactly it. You're interrupting official Council business.

From behind Lissa, I heard Christian say, "Worst. Timing. Ever." Adrian studied Lissa and then looked at Christain sprawling on the bed on the far side of the suite. "Huh," Adrian said, letting himself in. "So that's how you're going to fix the family problem. Little Dragomirs. Good idea." Christian sat up and strolled toward them. "Yeah, that's exactly it. You're interrupting official Council business.

अभी भी,एंजेलिन की चौकस निगाहों के बावजूद, वह कभी-कभी अलग-अलग बेतुके विषयों पर बात करने लगती थी, जैसे कि शेफर्ड्स पाई असल में कोई पाई नहीं होती ही है, या उसके लिए टाइपिंग क्लास लेना कितना बेकार है क्योंकि तकनीक आखिरकार ऐसे रोबोट साथी बना ही लेगी जो हमारे लिए यह सब कर सकें।

Even now, despite Angeline's watchfulness, she'd occasionally oscillate between random topics, like how shepherd's pie wasn't a pie at all and why it was pointless for her to take class in typing when technology would eventually develop robot companions to do it for us.

Even now, despite Angeline's watchfulness, she'd occasionally oscillate between random topics, like how shepherd's pie wasn't a pie at all and why it was pointless for her to take class in typing when technology would eventually develop robot companions to do it for us.

क्या तुमने वह ड्रेस देखी?" "मैंने वह ड्रेस देखी।" "क्या तुम्हें वह पसंद आई?" उसने कोई जवाब नहीं दिया। मैंने इसे हाँ मान लिया। "क्या इसे पहनकर डांस में जाने से मेरी इज़्क़त खतरे में पड़ जाएगी?" जब वह बोला, तो उसकी आवाज़मुझ तक मुश्किल से पहुँच पाई। "तुम पूरे स्कूल को खतरे में डाल दोगी।" मैं मुस्कुराई और सो गई।

Did you see that dress?” "I saw the dress.” "Did you like it?” He didn't answer. I took that as a yes. "Am I going to endanger my reputation if I wear it to the dance?” When he spoke, I could barely hear him. "You'll endanger the school.” I smiled and fell asleep.

Did you see that dress?” "I saw the dress.” "Did you like it?” He didn't answer. I took that as a yes. "Am I going to endanger my reputation if I wear it to the dance?” When he spoke, I could barely hear him. "You'll endanger the school.” I smiled and fell asleep.

دیمتری نے سڑک پر نظریں واپس لے جانے سے پہلے ایک طائرانہ نظر مجھ پر ڈالی اور کہا، "یہ خطرناک نظر ہے۔" میں نے معصومیت سے پوچھا، "کون سی نظر؟" "وہی جو کہہ رہی ہے کہ ابھی تمہارے دماغ میں کوئی نیا کیڑا کُدکُدایا ہے۔"

Thatʹs a dangerous look,ʺ said Dimitri, giving me a brief glance before returning his eyes to the road. ʺWhat look?ʺ I asked innocently. ʺThe one that says you just got some idea.

Thatʹs a dangerous look,ʺ said Dimitri, giving me a brief glance before returning his eyes to the road. ʺWhat look?ʺ I asked innocently. ʺThe one that says you just got some idea.

तुम गलत थीं। वह वाकई शहर की नई जनरल है।" मैंने भी मुस्कुराते हुए जवाब दिया, उम्मीद करती हूँ कि उसे इस बात का अहसास न हुआ हो कि हम दोनों के इतने करीब होने से मेरे शरीर पर क्या असर हो रहा था। "शायद। पर कोई बात नहीं, तुम फिर भी कर्नल बन सकते हो।" उसने एक भौंह उचकाई। "अच्छा? क्या तुमने खुद को डिमोट कर लिया है? कर्नल तो ठीक जनरल के नीचे होता है। तो फिर तुम क्या हो?" मैंने अपनी जेब में हाथ डाला और जब हम अंदर आए थे, तब चुराई हुई सीआर-वी की चाबियाँ गर्व से लहरा दीं। "ड्राइवर," मैंने कहा।

You were wrong. She really is the new general in town." I smiled back, hoping he wasn't aware of my body's reaction to us standing so close. "Maybe. But, it's okay. You can still be colonel." He arched an eyebrow. "Oh? Did you demote yourself? Colonel's right below general. What's that make you?" I reached into my pocket and triumphantly flashed the CR-V keys I'd swiped when we'd come back inside. "The driver," I said.

You were wrong. She really is the new general in town." I smiled back, hoping he wasn't aware of my body's reaction to us standing so close. "Maybe. But, it's okay. You can still be colonel." He arched an eyebrow. "Oh? Did you demote yourself? Colonel's right below general. What's that make you?" I reached into my pocket and triumphantly flashed the CR-V keys I'd swiped when we'd come back inside. "The driver," I said.

क्या हूपर तुम्हारे साथ जश्न मना रहा है?" "हूपर? वह क्यों—" कुछ पलों के लिए मेरा मुँह खुला का खुला रह गया। "ओह। मैं, अह, उसके बारे में भूल ही गई थी।"

Is Hopper celebrating with you?” “Hopper? Why would—” My mouth snapped shut for a few moments. “Oh. I, uh, kind of forgot about him.

Is Hopper celebrating with you?” “Hopper? Why would—” My mouth snapped shut for a few moments. “Oh. I, uh, kind of forgot about him.

मैंने हाँफते हुए कहा... तुमने वह ड्रेस बहुत जल्दी उतार दी।" "मुझे लगा था तुम्हें वह पसंद है।" वह भी मेरी तरह ही हाँफ रहा था, "मुझे पसंद है। मुझे बहुत पसंद है।" और फिर वह मुझे बिस्तर पर ले गया।

You…you got rid of that dress fast," I pointed out between heavy breaths. "I thought you liked it." "I do like it," he said. His breathing was as heavy as mine. "I love it." And then he took me to the bed.

You…you got rid of that dress fast," I pointed out between heavy breaths. "I thought you liked it." "I do like it," he said. His breathing was as heavy as mine. "I love it." And then he took me to the bed.

اس کالج کو بھی شاید وہی مسئلہ ہوگا جو پچھلے والے کو تھا۔" میں نے بھنویں سڑکوتے ہوئے پوچھا، "وہ کیا؟" "ہوم ورک۔"

This college would probably have the same problem as the last one did." I frowned, "What's that?" "Homework.

This college would probably have the same problem as the last one did." I frowned, "What's that?" "Homework.

मैं उसके झांसे में नहीं आई। वह मुझसे नजरें चुरा रहा था। "बात करने के लिए कुछ है ही नहीं।" "मुझे पता था तुम यही कहोगी। वैसे, बात करने के लिए या तो यही लाइन बचती है या फिर 'मुझे नहीं पता तुम किस बारे में बात कर रही हो'।" दिमित्री ने गहरी सांस ली।

I wasn't fooled. He was avoiding looking at me. "There's nothing to talk about." "I knew you'd say that. Actually, it was a toss-up between that and 'I don't know what you're talking about.'" Dimitri sighed.

I wasn't fooled. He was avoiding looking at me. "There's nothing to talk about." "I knew you'd say that. Actually, it was a toss-up between that and 'I don't know what you're talking about.'" Dimitri sighed.

खैर, कोई भी मेरे साथ किसी पूरे शाही शख्स जैसा बर्ताव नहीं करता, लिसा ने ड्रेसेज की तरफ मुड़ते हुए कहा। अब वैसी एक्टिंग करने की कोई जरूरत भी नहीं है। मुझे अपनी स्ट्रैप्स और शॉर्ट-स्लीव्स वाली ड्रेसेज दिखाओ।

Well, no one treats me like a full-fledged royal, said Lissa, turning back to the dresses. No reason to act like one now. Show me your straps and short-sleeves.

Well, no one treats me like a full-fledged royal, said Lissa, turning back to the dresses. No reason to act like one now. Show me your straps and short-sleeves.

वे तीन कार्ड द मून, द एम्प्रेस और द ऐस ऑफ़ कप्स थे। एम्ब्रोस कार्ड्स को देखने के लिए मेरे कंधे के ऊपर झुक गया। "ओह," उसने कहा, "बहुत दिलचस्प।" रोंडा ने उसकी तरफ देखा, "चुप रहो। तुम्हें पता नहीं तुम किस बारे में बात कर रहे हो।"

The three cards were the Moon, the Empress, and the Ace of Cups. Ambrose leaned over my shoulder to peer at the cards. "Ooh,' he said. "Very interesting." Rhonda glanced up at him. "Hush. You don't know what you're talking about.

The three cards were the Moon, the Empress, and the Ace of Cups. Ambrose leaned over my shoulder to peer at the cards. "Ooh,' he said. "Very interesting." Rhonda glanced up at him. "Hush. You don't know what you're talking about.

تم بہت خوبصورت ہو، روزا۔ اتنی خوبصورت کہ مجھے تکلیف ہوتی ہے۔

You're beautiful, Roza. So beautiful it hurts me.

You're beautiful, Roza. So beautiful it hurts me.

कितना सारा गम, कितना सारा गुस्सा। आम तौर पर दिखने वाले एड्रियन से बिल्कुल अलग।

So much grief, so much anger. So unlike the usual Adrian.

So much grief, so much anger. So unlike the usual Adrian.

मैं खुद को रोक नहीं पाई," मैंने कहा, यह जानते हुए कि यह बहाना कितना बेतुका लग रहा था। यह एंजेलिन के उस रटे-रटाये जुमले "यह मेरी गलती नहीं है" जितना ही बुरा था।

I couldn’t help it,” I said, knowing how lame that sounded. It was as bad as Angeline’s “it’s not my fault” mantra.

I couldn’t help it,” I said, knowing how lame that sounded. It was as bad as Angeline’s “it’s not my fault” mantra.

उसी पल, हम दोनों ने खुद को थोड़ा पीछे खींचे रखा, फिर भी हम एक-दूसरे के बेहद करीब थे। दुनिया भर की हर चीज़ उसी एक पल पर टिकी हुई थी। "हम ऐसा नहीं कर सकते..." उसने मुझसे कहा। "मैं जानती हूँ," मैंने सहमति जताई। फिर उसके होंठ मेरे होंठों पर थे, और इस बार मैं जानती थी कि पीछे मुड़ने का कोई रास्ता नहीं था।

At the same time, we both pulled back briefly still oh so close. Everything in the word rested on that moment. "We can't..." He told me. "I know," I agreed. Then his mouth was on mine again, and this time I knew there would be no turning back.

At the same time, we both pulled back briefly still oh so close. Everything in the word rested on that moment. "We can't..." He told me. "I know," I agreed. Then his mouth was on mine again, and this time I knew there would be no turning back.