Disclaimer: I do not own any rights to The Daughters of the Moon. I am also using names from Vampire Diaries. I am not sure if I am going to incorporate any of their abilities into the story just yet. Suggestions are always appreciated!
Note: It has been quite a while since I have written anything so be gentle!
Summary: Vanessa is embracing her powers of Pandora, and has a successful singing career. What happens when she comes home? Possible pairing: Vanessa/Stanton or Vanessa/Damon (open to opinions)
Old Faces
BEEP! BEEP! BEEP! BEEP! I groaned and reached searching to silence the atrocity that woke me from my peaceful sleep. Minutes later, my phone began to slowly dance across my bedside table.
I grumbled, "Hello?"
"Morning kitten!" I instantly recognized the voice as my guitarist, Damon he's also the only person who ever calls me kitten and lives to tell the tale. "Be by your place in 5, we've got a busy schedule today so get your ass up!"
"You better be bringing coffee otherwise I am staying right where I am…" I snickered as he laughed and hung up. I rolled out of bed throwing on some ripped jeans and an aqua blue tank top. I threw my hair up in a mess atop of my head and opened my front door just as Damon appeared in front of it.
"You know, it's creepy how you do that…" He said walking into my apartment.
"Why I have no idea what you're talking about." I said smirking while taking the extra coffee from his hand and settling on my couch. "So where is everyone?" I asked also pleased he also brought bagels.
"Well the crews heading to set up for tonight's gig and Caroline and Tyler are at the studio waiting for us to lay down a few tracks before heading to the club."
"Well let's get going then, the sooner we get started the sooner we can leave this place." I said grabbing my keys
"What do you have against LA? It's the City of Angels! This is where you grew up isn't it? I thought you would be happy to be back maybe see a few friends or family while you're here."
"More like City of Demons…Yea this is where I grew up, but a lot of shit happened here which is why I left in the first place. And the only family I had here is gone, so just drop it ok?" Damon raised his hands in surrender knowing not to press me on it.
*3 hours later*
"Great set everyone!" I told my band, Istennő. "Now how about we go do a little shopping before the gig tonight? " Caroline squealed with excitement. She could shop everyday if she tried. Not that I minded she was the only girl friend I had in my life since leaving LA.
We hit the streets, and started going to all my old haunts, I had forgotten how much fun this could be. While Caroline was trying on clothes, I perused the racks finding the perfect outfit for tonight when I suddenly felt like I was being watched. I glanced around finding nothing but still could not shake this feeling. Suddenly Caroline popped up next to me telling me she decided to go with the black halter jumpsuit with aqua beading on the neckline, pairing it with aqua pumps. I found a black off the shoulder mini flare dress with aqua belt, and matching over the ankle aqua booties. The outfit really made my eyes pop, and honestly I thought they were my best feature. We were at the register when I heard a female voice behind me, "Hello Vanessa."
"Hi Jimena." Serena and Tianna quickly joined Jimena, not saying anything but I could feel their power just beneath the surface. "Caroline, these are some old friends, Jimena, Serena and Tianna. Girls, this is Caroline." Caroline gave a quick wave, definitely feeling the tension.
"So I hear you've got quite the career V, I suppose congrats are in order." Serena said.
"Oh she's very talented, we are actually performing here tonight if you all are interested in checking us out." Caroline piped in.
"Um yea, we'll be at Planet Bang, I'm sure you remember the place?" I said slowly making my way to the door. "Caroline, why don't you go throw these in the car then we can go and track down the guys." She took the hint and ran off, I love this girl, no questions asked and she has never caused problems. I turned back to the girls, "So, how's saving the world going these days?" I asked bluntly.
Their eyes widened, "How do you know about that?" Jimena asked. She was the new "Maggie."
"I know more then you know, Jimena." I said plainly, my eyes glowing a bright blue and returning to normal just as Caroline approached. "Ready?" I asked her already pulling her down the street. "See you girls later!" I said smirking.
"What was that about?" Serena said instantly feeling the need to be on guard.
"I'm not sure, but I sure as hell want to find out." Jimena replied as the decided to follow Vanessa and Caroline who were quickly met up with two guys.
I could tell they were still following us so I decided to give them a taste of what I could do. I glanced over to them and they instantly were hit with an invisible field. They couldn't go any further. I sent a message telepathically to Serena, 'Now is not the time so back off.'
Serena instantly told Jimena and Tianna what I said and they did the right choice and left. I smirked and went back to listening to my friends babble on about the fun things they've found in LA. It somehow felt just like old times, but on the tip of my senses I could still feel those eyes on me. I looked briefly across the street from the outside shop we were standing at and noticed a dark figure in the shadows. I squinted trying to see clearly but it was gone just as quickly as I had seen it.
I had a feeling tonight was definitely going to be interesting.
*Later that night*
Caroline had come back to my place to get ready and chitchat, of course she was asking all sorts of questions about the girls we met earlier. I never lied to Caroline before and I wasn't about to start.
"They were my best friends when I was in high school, we have been through a lot together. We've lost people we love, fought over boys and made mistakes that have brought us to the point where we are today." I said plainly. Caroline just shrugged her shoulders, her life was so simple she never pressed for more details then she was given.
I decided to let my hair dry naturally so it had nice waves by the time we went on stage. I was zipping up my boot when Caroline and Damon walked in. Damon instantly whistled his seal of approval. I blushed per usual, never giving in to my secret crush I had on Damon. He wasn't shy to show his affection and quickly hugged me to him placing a tender kiss on my cheek. I looked myself once over again in mirror like I had used to during my daughter days, and finally satisfied we headed to the club.
The club was just as I remembered only much more crowded. They had done some remodeling, the dark corners still there but some now filled with VIP tables. That is where I saw the girls sitting. I smiled; they were not going to ruin my night. They surprisingly returned my smile as I approached them.
"I go on in a few but after the gig, if you want to come back to my place we can all talk." I said and the girls looked more at ease and hopeful.
"We would love to." Tianna said finally speaking up. I smiled and walked away.
I headed backstage and hugged Caroline, Tyler and Damon as was our tradition before heading onstage. It wasn't about luck or trying to be the best, it was about love and showing how united we were together while we were onstage, and that is what made us shine. I said an inner prayer to Pandora, thanking her again for the strength she has fulfilled within me and like after every prayer I feel my power begin to build. I smiled, welcoming the energy building within and stepped onto the stage. The crowd erupted in cheers. I waved to my fans, shaking some of their hands until the band was ready. I stepped up to the mic closed my eyes, and began to sing.
I can feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord
I've been waiting for this moment, all my life, Oh Lord
Can you feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord, Oh Lord
I felt the same feeling of eyes on me again and as I scanned the room, the Daughters had moved closer to the stage moved by the song. But that wasn't the feeling I was receiving.
Well, if you told me you were drowning
I would not lend a hand
I've seen your face before my friend
But I don't know if you know who I am
Well, I was there and I saw what you did
I saw it with my own two eyes
So you can wipe off the grin, I know where you've been
It's all been a pack of lies
And I can feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord
I've been waiting for this moment for all my life, Oh Lord
I can feel it in the air tonight, Oh Lord, Oh Lord
And I've been waiting for this moment all my life, Oh Lord, Oh Lord
That's when I found the eyes I had been searching for. The piercing icy blue gaze locked with mine as I belted out the next few notes, surprising the Daughters and putting the crowd into cheers. Stanton had been following me.
Well I remember, I remember don't worry
How could I ever forget, it's the first time, the last time we ever met
But I know the reason why you keep your silence up, no you don't fool me
The hurt doesn't show; but the pain still grows
It's no stranger to you or me
And I can feel it coming in the air tonight, Oh Lord...
I smiled and peered to my audience as they cheered, I sang two more songs before going for a break. Not that I needed one but the club only paid us for a certain amount of songs and I was in no rush to leave anymore. We walked around the club, signing autographs and taking pictures as we went to join the daughters who had gone back to their VIP table.
"Ladies, this is Damon and Tyler." I said as the guys came up behind us. They both waved in unison the girls smiling their hellos. Tianna was practically undressing Tyler with her eyes. Not that he minded one bit. He winked at her and she turned all shades of red. I just shuck my head and laughed. Here we go.
"I'm getting drinks kitten, what would you like?" Damon asked me.
"Bourbon, please." I replied smiling. Damon had slowly turned me on to trying different types of bourbon and I find it rather soothing.
"You got it! Ladies, what about you?" He asked everyone else. They kept it simple and said they would try what I ordered even though I knew they wouldn't like it very much. "Be back soon." He said and kissed the spot where my neck meets my shoulder before him and Tyler headed to the bar.
"So shall we see if Vanessa's still got it girls?" Serena said getting up from the table. I quirked an eyebrow at her and smirked, knowing full well what she had in mind. "All the times we came here, let's see if you lost your moves hmm?" She said pulling me towards the dance floor, Jimena and Tianna right behind us.
I let the beat take control of my body as I moved my hips in unison with the beat, my hands going over my head. We came together in a slow grind and quickly everyone was watching us. It felt just like old times. I was entranced with the beat and our bodies so close to each other, groping one another. We were every guy's wet dream. I slid down Tianna and on my way back up my hands became intertwined with another and I felt someone other than the girls against me. I was overwhelmed by the smell of his scent. I knew right away who it was. Stanton.
His arms ran down mine to my hips, as he pulled me close against him. "I will see you soon." He whispered into my ear, his breathe giving me goose bumps on my skin. That snapped me back to reality. I turned to meet his gaze only to find him already gone. The daughters looked at me strangely, I just shrugged my shoulders. I knew tonight would be interesting.
We went back to the table and Damon looked perplexed and possibly even jealous, he must have seen what went down between Stanton and me. I came up behind him gave his shoulder a nice squeeze before resting my head on it. I did not need him upset. His head fell against mine and I smiled up at him. "Sing with me?" I asked him and he looked up surprised. We had been working on a song together and I knew he was ready, he just didn't think so. We headed back up to the stage.
"I want to thank you all for coming out tonight!" I shouted to the audience. They all erupted in cheers. I grinned. The energy they were giving off was just so intense. "I know you all know the band but let's give another round of applause, to Tyler, Caroline and Damon!" The crowd again began cheering. "Now, Damon and I have been working on a song for you guys and I hope you like it!" I said smiling to Damon who started looking nervous. I walked up to him and gave his hand a squeeze. "Come on, just like we practiced."
Damon:
I'm just a step away
I'm just a breath away
Vanessa:
Losing my faith today
Falling off the edge today
Damon:
I am just a man
Not superhuman
Vanessa:
I'm not superhuman (I smirked at the daughters while I sang this)
Someone save me from the hate
Damon:
It's just another war
Just another family torn
Vanessa:
Falling from my faith today
Damon:
Just a step from the edge
Just another day in the world we live
Damon & Vanessa:
I need a hero to save me now
I need a hero, save me now
I need a hero to save my life
A hero will save me just in time
Vanessa:
I've gotta fight today
To live another day
Speaking my mind today
My voice will be heard today
Damon:
I've gotta make a stand
But I am just a man
I'm not superhuman
My voice will be heard today
It's just another war
Just another family torn
My voice will be heard today
It's just another kill
The countdown begins to destroy ourselves
Damon & Vanessa:
I need a hero to save me now
I need a hero, save me now
I need a hero to save my life
A hero will save me just in time
I need a hero to save my life
I need a hero, just in time
Save me just in time
Save me just in time
Damon:
Who's gonna fight for what's right?
Who's gonna help us survive?
We're in the fight of our lives
And we're not ready to die
Who's gonna fight for the weak?
Who's gonna make 'em believe?
I've got a hero, I've got a hero
Living in me
I'm gonna fight for what's right
Today I'm speaking my mind
And if it kills me tonight
I will be ready to die
A hero's not afraid to give his life
A hero's gonna save me just in time
Vanessa:
I need a hero to save me now
I need a hero, save me now
I need a hero to save my life
A hero will save me just in time
(I need a hero) Vanessa
Damon:
Who's gonna fight for what's right?
Who's gonna help us survive?
(I need a hero) Vanessa
Damon
Who's gonna fight for the weak?
Who's gonna make 'em believe?
Vanessa
I've got a hero
A hero's gonna save me just in time
We finished the song and hugged each other while laughing at how awesome it went. The crowd loved it. We said our good byes and slowly made our way backstage.
"Vanessa, that was so intense! Thank you." He said again super excited, spinning me in his arms. I giggled holding onto his shoulders.
He set me back on my feet and stared into my deep blue eyes and I stared into his bright blue ones and then his lips where on mine. It was so intense right from the start. It was like our mouths were made for another. Our tongues battled for dominance as I wound my hands in his hair as he pushed me back against the door. I moaned, enjoying the feel of his hard body pressed against mine and by the feel of it he definitely enjoyed it too. We eventually broke apart for air, our foreheads still touching. He kissed me again softly this time, and I smiled.
BANG! BANG! BANG! From the other side of the door. I groaned, and he chuckled.
"We're coming in, whether your clothed or not!" Tianna's voice sounded. I laughed and we moved so they could come in. "Soooo, ya ready to go or what?" She said sounding anxious. The rest of the gang standing behind her giving us knowing looks, and I couldn't help but blush as Damon just smirked.
"Let's all head back to my place." I said.
So here is my first chapter! Let me know what you think, I'll try to update soon and see where this takes everyone! Thanks for reading!
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