Author's Note: I decided to start two ongoing Bonnie/Damon fanfics. The other is Hallow. I will not be updating this regularly, until It's Not a Dream, if it's a Nightmare is wrapped up. Rated M for later chapters. I hope you enjoy this! Reviews = My happiness!

Hugs and junk,
-Anneryn

I DO NOT OWN THE VAMPIRE DIARIES OR THE CHARACTERS.
Music Credit: "Drown" – Three Days Grace

Chapter One:

Damon's POV

Everyone always says that Stefan is the 'good' brother and I'm the 'bad apple.' If only they knew... I mean, realistically, it's true... but Stefan's infatuation with this Gilbert girl is getting a bit ridiculous. I understand that she's identical to Katherine and that's what is sparking his obsession. But, another Katherine? I'm not sure that the world can handle two. One was more than enough.

I loved her. I lost her. She played me. She couldn't choose between me and my brother. She should have chosen me. I've wasted enough of my life trying to get her back, just for revenge. I've gotten over her… at least I've tried. I'm not sure what drives me to pursue her. If there is a way to get her back, I have to. I know that I loved her. I know that she never loved me… not like I loved her. I know that if I get her back, I'm not sure what I will do. I need closure. She didn't just hurt me - she hurt Stefan. But, if it wasn't for Stefan, I would still have Katherine.

I can't honestly say that having Katherine would be a good thing. She was a poison that I still can't separate myself from. Once I have her back, I want her to die. I want to be the one responsible for her death. Someone as toxic as she is doesn't need to be alive. She pissed me off, now I want her dead.

Stefan doesn't know that I've been watching him. In a way, I suppose it's the same as he has been doing to that Gilbert girl. But, a few months ago it was close. His cover was nearly blown. She was in a car accident with her family. He saved her, but wasn't able to save her family. He's always playing the hero. He's going back. I know him. He won't be able to leave her alone. If he can take Katherine from me, I will take the Gilbert girl from him. He doesn't deserve something he stole from me.

I have no physical attraction to her, but that doesn't change the fact that I will have her. I'm always up for a challenge. This should be fun. I willed by body to shift into my bird form, a craven. I thought about my destination. I haven't been there in awhile. I headed to Mystic Falls.

Stefan's POV

Today's the day that I meet her. She'll remember me, after today. I know I shouldn't risk it, but I have to know her. Luckily, my great nephew Zach is still living in the old Salvatore boarding house. I can say that he is my uncle and use him as my cover. That's what Damon and I did before. It's been awhile since I've been in school, but I just have to know her.

Bonnie's POV

I pulled into Elena's driveway and honked twice. I turned off my car and got out, closing the door behind me. I walked up to the Gilbert house and paused to pull down my skirt.

Normally I wouldn't wear one, but I figured it couldn't hurt, since it's the start of the school year. I glanced down at my outfit. I'm clad in a faded jean miniskirt, with an snug Linkin Park band tee and my favorite pair of low top Converse. This'll have to do.

I opened the door to Elena's. I've never really had to knock here. I've known her as long as I can remember.

"Hey guys," I called out. I heard a murmur of voices in the kitchen. I followed the sound of the voices.

"Hey Bonnie," Jeremy greeted me, smiling. I smiled back. He downed the rest of his coffee and gave me a quick hug before heading out the door. Elena and Jenna are deep in conversation.

I grabbed a mug from the cupboard and poured myself some coffee. I drank it black. I'm not in the mood for something sweet today; I need something with a bite. I drank it slowly, and waited for them to finish their conversation. Jenna smiled at my apologetically. I waved it away.

"Morning Jen, thanks for the coffee." I told her. Her smile brightened.

"Not a problem at all, Bonnie. Oh, hey, thanks for that." She said. I gave her a puzzling look.

"For what?" I asked to clarify. Elena ran upstairs to get something that she had forgotten.

"You're so good with Jeremy. I'm never sure what to say, and well, he and Elena can't speak without ripping each other's heads off." Jenna explained. I nodded. I put a hand on Jenna's forearm.

"He has to be able to deal with things on his own, before anyone can help him with it. Elena is trying to help, by becoming his mother. He doesn't know what he needs right now. He's going to push anything away that is pushing him too much." I told her. Jenna gave me a sad smile.

"You speak like someone with experience." She said. I nodded.

"My mom, she died when I was 14." I reminded her. Jenna paled and looked shocked.

"I'm so sorry, Bonnie. I completely forgot. I don't even know how someone could forget something like that. I wasn't thinking." She apologized.

"No, no, it's fine Jenna. Really. I'm so sorry. I wasn't trying to guilt trip you." I assured her.

"You never talk about her."

"No, it um, it still… I can't…. it's still… painful." I told her. She nodded and I knew that she understood. Elena came bouncing down the stairs.

"Okay, I'm ready to go Bon. Sorry it took me so long." She said smiling.

"It's cool." I promised. We both gave Jenna a quick hug, and headed to school. The drive to school went by quickly. I filled Elena in on what Grams had said about my being a witch. The scary part is, I think she's right. That's the part that I didn't tell Elena. I don't want to add to her problems. She's just starting to feel semi-alright about what happened to her parents. I know how hard that is to go through; I don't want to cause her any unnecessary stress.

We got to school and headed for our lockers. I put a few things in mine, and went to Elena's. We ran into Caroline. She was enthusiastic and to the point, but she normally is. Sometimes I get the feeling that there is something going on with her, that she won't talk about. It seems like my entire summer was split in between Caroline, Grams, and Elena. I tried not to neglect Caroline. There is something so fragile about her that she tries so desperately to hide.

A loud noise pulled me out of my thoughts. Elena dropped a book into her locker. Murmuring consumed the halls, more so than usual. I turned my head in the direction of the murmuring. Someone just walked in - a new guy. Mystic Falls is a small town, if there is someone new, we know about it. I certainly didn't know about him. I can't get a good look at him. All I can see is his back. It looks like a hot back. Please be hot.

"What?" Elena asked me. I gave her a quizzical look. "You said, 'Please be a hot back.'" She told me. I shrugged. I didn't realize that I had been thinking out-loud.

"New guy," I told her, gesturing to the mystery man. She followed my hand. She smiled at me, knowingly.

"Are you pining for a guy, Bonnie?" She asked me, amused. I made a face at her. She laughed.

"Yes, and we need someone new around here. The choices are very limited." I told her. She has her thinking face on.

"That's not true. We have some good selections." She argued.

"Elena, Matt doesn't count. He's your ex, and still lovesick over you. And then there's Tyler. Need I say more?" I explained.

"There are more guys in this school."

"But Matt and Tyler are the hottest. SO we need new meat." I told her. We both laughed.

Jeremy walked by, and went into the guys' restroom. For whatever reason, that made Elena follow him. I kept my eyes on the new guy. He walked by. Yep, definitely more than a hot back. I let out a triumphant sigh. He was almost passed me, but he turned to look at me. I kept his gaze, and didn't look away. He gave me a friendly smile. I smiled back. That was unexpected, but good, nonetheless. He looked like he wanted to say something but he didn't. Instead, he opened the restroom door. He opened it, as Elena was trying to leave. She is five shades of red. They did an awkward dance, trying to get out of the other's way.

They smiled at each other. She gave him a hurried apology after he asked if that was in fact the men's room. Maybe Elena will get a new guy. She deserves it. We went to class.

I grabbed a soft pretzel from the lunch line and a bottle of apple juice, before finding a table. One of the things I like about this school is that you can actually tell what they put in the food here. I walked outside, and sat down at the nearest vacant table. I told Elena that I would find a table outside. I pulled my iPod from my purse, and turned it on. I put my earphones in, and turned the volume up. I sighed. I love the people I have in my life. But, lately it hasn't been enough. The connections feel empty. I have no one to tell my problems to. I don't mind… particularly. It's just difficult. I let the music fill my ears.

'Good morning day - sorry I'm not there.
All my favorite friends vanished in the air.
It's hard to fly, when you can't even run.
Once I had the world - now I've got no one.'

I jumped when I felt a hand on my shoulder. I opened my eyes. I hadn't realized that I closest them. I needed momentary peace. I gently pulled my earphones out of my ears. I looked to see who was behind me.

"Sorry, I didn't mean to startle you." The new guy apologized. "Do you mind if I sit down?" He asked me.

"Not at all, sit down. " I told him. I can still hear my music vaguely. I turned off my iPod and put it back into my purse. He sat down next to me.

"I hope I'm not intruding." He told me. I shook my head.

"Of course you're not." I replied, nonchalantly. Why would he choose to sit down here, of all places? Not that I am complaining. He looks like he wants to talk about something. "What's on your mind?" I asked him. He smiled.

"You're very observant. You seem like you're easy to talk to." He said, carefully avoiding my question. I tilted my head.

"I try."

"Your friend, the one that you were with this morning, what's her name?" He asked me. So, this is about Elena. Even if he isn't interested in me, I'm glad that he's interested in her. She deserves someone.

"Her name is Elena Gilbert." I told him. He nodded, and smiled. He gave me an odd look.

"I didn't catch your name." He said, as he studied my reaction.

"I didn't get yours either." I reminded him. He held a hand to me.

"Stefan Salvatore," he introduced himself. I accepted his hand and gave it a slight shake.

"Bonnie Bennett," I returned the favor. I felt a series of things from Stefan. I'm not sure what it means. I feel death, and darkness. I can feel suffering and aspiration. I can tell that he's trying to reach something, and better himself in some way. I can also feel suppression. He's been trying to push part of himself away. I think it will catch up to him, eventually. I gently pulled my hand away. I gave him a curious look. What does all of this mean? I don't think that he is dangerous. "And, who are you Stefan Salvatore?" I asked him in a low whisper. He looked taken aback by my question.

"Who am I?" He asked me to clarify.

"You're not the average teenager, but as far as I can tell… you aren't dangerous." I told him. He nodded slowly, taking in the information.

"Is anyone average?" He countered. I shrugged.

"No one I know." I told him, meeting his stare. It isn't an awkward conversation to have, just not a typical exchange of words. He strikes me as the type of person who will actually listen to what someone has to say - not the typical empty question for an unwanted answer.

"Touché," he said. I nodded. He got up from the table. "Thanks for… this." He said. I nodded.

"Sure," I replied.

"It's good that she has a friend like you." He said.

"And why is that?" I asked him.

"You're honest."

"How can you know that?" I challenged. He gave me a slight smirk.

"It shows. It's a rare quality. People rarely have it nowadays." He told me. I nodded silently.

"You too," I told him.

"Not about everything," he said truthfully.

"I don't think that you would lie about something, not unless you had to…. Everyone has to lie at some point." I told him.

"See," he said gesturing to me. "Honesty," he elaborated. He turned to leave, just as Elena, Caroline, and Tyler were coming to my table. He smiled at Elena. She smiled in return, slightly embarrassed.

"Hey, sorry about earlier," she apologized, flirtatiously. He nodded.

"Don't worry about it." He told her. He walked away. He glanced back at us, but only briefly. Elena took a seat across from me. Caroline sat down beside her. Tyler sat down next to me, and put his arm around my shoulders, casually. I gave him a sideways glance.

"What?" He asked, innocently. I rolled my eyes. Elena and Caroline laughed in unison.

"What are you doing, Tyler?" I asked him.

"Can't I put my arm around someone without twenty questions?" He asked me. I shook my head. He sighed. He moved his arm, but kept it around me. I don't think he's going to give up easily. I chose to ignore it. I pulled a bit of my pretzel off, and ate it. He looked at me, but didn't say anything. I waited until my mouth was empty, before I asked him why he was staring.

"What?" I asked him. He shrugged.

"Nothing," he answered, suppressing a smile. Well, okay then.

"Why aren't you sitting with Matt?" I asked him. He always sits with Matt.

"I needed to spice up my lunch life, is that a crime?" He asked sarcastically. I glared at him. He smirked.

"If you're going to be a smartass, we're going to vote you off of the island." I told him. He gave me a doubtful look. I shrugged him arm off.

"Are you two fighting?" I asked him. I probably shouldn't be prying, but if he's going to sit here and make such a spectacle out of it, I think I have the right to ask. Right?

"Something like that," he finally responded. I nodded.

"You can always go talk to him." I offered.

"Or I could sit here, and not talk about this anymore." He said, decidedly. I nodded.

"That too," I agreed. I'm really not sure what Tyler's deal is. He isn't someone who is easily figured out. I mean, he's an ass, don't get me wrong. But there is something else that he tries to keep buried under his ass-like exterior. Sometimes I wish I knew what it was. There's nothing worse than suffering alone. I ate silently, and listened to Elena, Caroline, and Tyler make conversation. They eventually landed on the topic of the next football game.

I started to tune them out. I don't really care for football, but my friends enjoy it. Last year, I became a cheerleader purely for Caroline and Elena. This year, I think that I'll skip it. The bell rang to signal that lunch is over. I got up, and started to grab for my tray. Tyler beat me to it. He put my lunch tray on top of his.

"Thanks Ty," I told him, softly. He nodded and flashed a small smile, before taking them away.

"What was that about?" Caroline asked me. I shrugged.

"I have no idea." I told her.

"Hey, what was that new guy doing over here?" She asked curiously.

"He was asking what your name was." I told her, truthfully. She smiled, but didn't say anything else.

"I'll find out everything there is to know about him, before school lets out." Caroline vowed. I smiled. I have no doubt in my mind that she will. We parted ways and headed to class. After school, I went home. I'm supposed to meet Caroline and Elena and everyone at Mystic Grill later. Then we're supposed to be going to some party.

I got to the Grill first. I found a table, and sat. I started thinking about my mom, and what we would be doing if she were still alive. I had to force myself to think about something else, because depression started to overwhelm me, and threaten to swallow me whole. Normally I don't feel sadness when I think about her. I try to celebrate her life, not mourn her death. It doesn't always work out the way that I plan.

"Hey Bonnie, can I talk to you?" I looked up to find Matt standing next to me. I nodded.

"Sure thing," I told him. He sat down, and fidgeted with his fingers. "What's up?"I asked him.

"It's about Elena." He told me. I nodded.

"I'm still in love with her, Bonnie. I know she said that she needed time, and I understand that. But, waiting is killing me." He confessed.

"Patience is a virtue Matt. I know it's rough, but you have to go by her terms. Nothing is the same after someone you love dies." I told him. He nodded.

"I know. I just…. feeling like this sucks." He told me. I nodded sympathetically.

"It really does." I agreed. "Give it time." I told him. He sighed. He knows I'm right. There's just nothing that anyone can really do. Caroline came in with Tyler.

"Hey Bonnie, Matt," Tyler greeted. I nodded. Matt didn't say anything. His eyes flashed a warning at Tyler. Whatever it is, neither of them are talking. Elena came walking up to the table with Stefan. I smiled at them, and then remembered that Matt is at the table with us. It looks like a date.

Well… shit. This is going to be a long, awkward evening.

"So, are you guys excited about the party?" I asked them. Caroline smiled excitedly. Tyler gave me a slight nod.

"I'm always up for a good party." Tyler said, a bit smugly. I rolled my eyes. Elena shrugged. Stefan didn't do anything. Matt grimaced at me, but tried to hide it. Yep, definitely awkward.

We ordered food, and headed to the party. I went with Matt, and Tyler. Caroline went with someone else from school. Elena and Stefan went together. We took Matt's truck. Tyler got shotgun, because I refused to sit in the front. They need to work out whatever issues they've got going on.

"You need to kiss and makeup, already." I told them, irritably. Tyler scoffed. Matt laughed. "Seriously, I won't say anything to anyone. Just work it out, already." I told them. I sat back, and waited for the bickering to begin. They must have known that I meant what I said, because Matt started talking.

"You can't seriously be seeing my sister." Matt told Tyler, angrily. Tyler looked at him.

"I don't know what you're so bent out of shape about. I'm not seeing," Tyler started to answer. He made air quotes, and continued. "Vicki. I would never see someone like her anyways." Tyler finished.

"What the hell is that supposed to mean?" Matt asked him. Tyler started to backtrack.

"I didn't mean it like that Matt. Chill out. I'm not dating her. I mean, we hooked up a couple of times, but we aren't anything." Tyler explained. I don't think he realized that he just made everything worse. The truck slammed to a stop. My seat-belt dug into my skin, and kept me from hitting the seat in front of me. I grimaced.

"Fuck," I muttered.

"You hooked up with her?!" Matt said incredulously. He sounds hurt.

"Matt, I'm sorry. We didn't think… I didn't think… I won't see her again. I don't want this to fuck everything up." Tyler tried to say. Matt didn't say anything. He kept the truck running, but put it in park. He unbuckled his seat-belt, and got out of the car. I unbuckled myself, and hurried out of the car, after him. I touched his arm.

"Matt, he didn't think…. I mean, he didn't mean…." I can't fix this. Matt looked at me. I didn't break my gaze.

"Everything is just so fucked up, right now, Bon. I can't control anything." He said. He's whispering, but still his voice broke. I hugged him gingerly. He wrapped his arms around me. I felt a tears hit my neck. I've never seen Matt cry. I can't say that I blame him. He feels like he's been betrayed by his best friend, and his sister. How does someone react to that?

I didn't break our embrace. I let him hold onto me. After a few minutes, he pulled away. He turned his back to me, slightly. He is facing away from the truck. He wiped at his eyes, and tried to play it off as something else.

"Anytime you need anything, Matt… you can talk to me." I promised. He nodded. He gave me a weak smile.

"I know, Bonnie. Thanks," he said. I nodded.

"I'll drive." I told him. He laughed, but agreed nonetheless. I went to the driver's seat, and slid inside. I waited until Matt was situated and we drove to the party in silence. Matt was the first to get out of the car. I turned off the ignition and gave Matt the keys, after I locked the doors. Tyler faced me."You fucked up, Ty." I told him, after Matt left.

"I know. Fuck, I know. I don't how to fix this." Tyler said.

"I don't know if you can." I told him. He shook his head. We headed towards the party. Tyler pulled Matt off to the side.

"Do you really want to do this now?" Matt asked him in a low voice.

"Yes," Tyler told him.

"All you do is use people. Vicki is just going to be another one of the girls you fuck and get tired of. You crossed a line, Tyler." Matt told him, in the same low voice.

"I know." Is all Tyler said. Matt walked away, and Tyler let him.

I took a deep breath, and decided to find Caroline or Elena. The only reason I'm here is because of Caroline. She thought it would be a good idea to get Elena to come, and try to get back to normal. I hate parties. Something always happens. I saw Caroline and headed over to her.

"Drink?" She asked me.

"Sure," I agreed. I probably shouldn't… but I'll just have one. One beer won't be so bad. I took the red party cup from her hand and took a drink. I made a face. It's warm. She giggled at the face I made. "Have you seen Elena?" I asked her.

She shook her head. She redirected her attention to some guys. I took that as my cue to leave. I walked around the bonfire, and looked for Elena. I saw Elena a ways off, and she waved me over. I took another drink, and headed over. Elena and Stefan are engrossed in conversation.

They had the date vibe going on earlier, but it's changed. It seems different. They have a friend vibe going on, now. Elena actually looks happy. She put a hand on Stefan's arm. He casually and very nonchalantly moved his arm.

"Elena," he said in a low voice. She looked up at him curiously. "I don't want to give you the wrong impression, but I'm not looking for someone right now." He admitted. She nodded. She looks a little hurt, but I think she understands.

"Friends it is." She stuck her hand out. He shook her hand, and laughed. I smiled. That was cute.

"Hey," I greeted them both, as I reached them.

"Hey," they said, almost in unison. Caroline came running up to us.

"Bonnie," she said, out of breath.

"Caroline," I answered.

"I need you opinion." She said. I nodded.

"Okay, shoot."

"So, hot guy over there." She said. She pointed. They guy nodded to us, with a smirk. He has piercing, blue eyes. He's undoubtedly gorgeous. There's something about him…

"Very nice." I told her. She smiled.

"His name is Damon. I need you to go over there with me." She explained.

"Why?" I asked her.

"Safety blanket," she supplied.

"Damon?" Stefan asked, curiously. Caroline nodded. She took my hand in her's, and led me over to him. Something… I just can't put my finger on it… I heard Elena start talking to Stefan as Caroline and I walked over to her new-found hottie.

"Hey," she said to him brightly. He smiled deviously.

"Caroline," he said in response. There is something intriguing about him. "Who's your friend?" He asked Caroline.

I took in his appearance. He has an arrogant smirk, and icy, light blue eyes. His eyes are serious, yet they shine with amusement. He has dark brown hair, and very slight stubble. It looks like he shaved, but it's starting to grow back already. He puts Stefan to shame. I exhaled, slowly. Something about him gives me the feeling that I'm not going to get along with him. Gorgeous as he may be, I'm already sensing disagreeing personalities.

"I'm Bonnie." I introduced myself, steadily. He looked at me intently. I matched his stare. He was the first to look away. It's almost like he's trying to do something to me through the stare. He's looks frustrated, but hid it quickly.

"How long have you known Caroline?" He asked me.

"Long time," I told him. He smirked.

"Vague, gotta love that in a woman." He said sarcastically. His eyebrows furrowed. "Do you have a last name? I feel like I've met you before." He asked.

"Bennett, Bonnie Bennett." I told him. I know he's thinking about something. He's very good at concealing his thoughts. I can see the wheels turning in his head.

"Bennett, huh? There have been Bennetts in Mystic Falls for generations." He said. I nodded.

"I know. Just like there have been Salvatores." I told him. He gave me an unexpected smile.

"You're a smart little thing; aren't you?" He commented. I didn't say anything. "You two might know my uncle." He breathed.

"Uncle?" Caroline said, finally joining the conversation. I'm glad she's saying something. She should be the one talking to him. I came over here for her.

"Zach Salvatore, he lives in the old Salvatore Boarding House." He said. My jaw dropped slightly.

"You're Zach's nephew?" I asked him. He nodded. "You're so much different than he is. But, I thought he had two nephews… Wait, if he's your uncle… than is Stefan your brother?" I asked him. He smirked.

"You really clever, aren't you?" He answered. Oh my goddess. He is Stefan's brother.

"How much older than him are you?" I asked, before I lost my new-found courage. He smirked, again.

"I'm almost 20. Stefan is 17." He told me. I can see that. He looks 19. Curious… "You know my younger brother, I take it?" Damon asked.

"We've met." I told him, without telling him too much. Something is telling me not to trust him. He turned to look at Caroline.

"You want to get out of here?" He asked her. She looks hesitant.

"I don't know… I mean, I want to but… I don't think I really should." She told him, regretfully. He peered into her eyes. His eyes changed. What's he doing? Maybe it was just my imagination, or the lighting.

"Are you sure?" He asked her, again. This time she answered him, happily. She smiled.

"Let's go." She said brightly. I didn't say anything. That was… strange, to say the least. She was about to walk away with him, when Elena and Stefan walked up to us.

"Hello Damon," Stefan said with a forced politeness. Damon smiled.

"Hello, little brother," Damon smirked. Elena looks surprised.

"I didn't know you had a brother, Stefan." Elena told him. Damon's smile grew.

"Well, Stefan doesn't like to brag." Damon said simply. I rolled my eyes. "Don't look so surprised Bennett." Damon said. I didn't say anything. Stefan looked like he was trying to send Damon a nonverbal warning, of some kind, maybe a threat, more than a warning. It doesn't seem like the Salvatore brothers get along.

"I'll see you guys later. I need to talk to Damon about some things." Stefan said to us. I nodded.

"See you." She told Stefan. She smiled at Stefan then to Damon. Matt called her name. She walked over to him, after giving us one last glance. Caroline and I started to leave, but Damon blocked her way. She just smiled. What is up with everybody?

"I will see you later." He told Caroline. Her smile never faltered. I turned to leave, but he motioned for me to stay. Damon looked at Stefan. "Why don't you get Caroline a drink, dear brother? I need to speak to Bonnie for just one moment." Damon asked Stefan. Stefan looks reluctant. He sighed, and feigned hurt. "I promise on my Girl Scout's honor, that I'll play nicely. I mean… I don't bite… much." I told Stefan. Stefan glared. I feel like I'm missing something. Stefan led Caroline away, and made small talk with her. I was left facing Damon. I folded my arms across my chest. His gaze seemed to follow my arms.

"I have eyes, and they aren't down there." I told him irritated. He chuckled.

"Yes, you do." He drawled.

"What do you want Damon?" I asked him. He smirked.

"You already sound like you know me. You already sound annoyed with me." He teased. Though, somehow, I don't think he was joking… not entirely anyway. "You're different than your blonde friend." He noticed.

"You're telling me that I'm not the same person as Caroline. Alert the media! I had no idea." I replied, sarcastically.

"Mm, sassy, smart, sarcastic, and sexy - such lovely combinations in such a ravishing creature." He said. I didn't say anything, I just held my gaze. "Okay, okay, staying on point. You're not some mindless Barbie. I may need you later." He confessed.

"Need me for what?" I asked him. He swatted my question away.

"No need to concern yourself about it, now. Even if I didn't need something from you, I would still want to see more of you and I keep my promises." He decided.

"You didn't promise anything…" I told him. He smirked.

"Not yet, Bennett, but I will. I promise I will be seeing more of you." He told me. He walked away. I went over to Caroline. Stefan joined Damon, and they became absorbed in a heated conversation. They quickly relocated, so they couldn't be overheard. The party felt differently after they left.

Damon's POV

"You're always interrupting my fun." I complained to Stefan. He ignored my complaint.

"What the hell are you doing here, Damon?!" He demanded. I scoffed.

"Like you were being so secretive. I came to visit my only brother; last time I checked, that wasn't a crime." I told him. He didn't say anything. "You just had to find her. She isn't Katherine." I told him. He took a deep breath before answering me.

"I know that, Damon. She isn't like anything I expected." He said quietly. Dare I assume he's disappointed?

"She isn't Katherine." I repeated simply. He didn't say anything.

Stefan's POV

Wait, he isn't upset about Katherine? "What are you planning, Damon?" I asked him. He smirked.

"That's for me to know. And you to... dot, dot, dot." He said, arrogantly. I'm not sure why I bother to actually ask him questions.

"What's your interest with Bonnie?" I asked him, instead of voicing my opinions. He looked at me, before speaking.

"You'll find out soon enough." He said.

Author's Note: I hope you enjoyed this! Please review! :) Please keep them friendly!

Hugs and junk,
Anneryn