So decided on finally doing something with this fandom which I seriously love by the way. Anyways, was mostly motivated by wanting to do a tribute to the beloved Camille O'Connell and attempting something light-hearted after the feels this season no doubt put us through. So here it is.
Terrible Love
Chapter 1: Homecoming
It was just about that time. The time when the Mikaelson family all gathered in their old summer home in Mystic Falls for a family reunion. Ever since majority of them had moved out their mother decided on making a tradition of making a summer reunion. Only Henrik and Rebekah lived there while Kol may as well live there too since he was never able to hold a job and therefore unable to maintain an apartment of his own. Finn had moved out and was living in Michigan. Elijah had also moved away from Virginia. While Freya had moved out too but stayed in Mystic Falls.
As for Klaus, he'd opted on moving to Louisiana, New Orleans to be exact. He didn't particularly enjoy coming back to Mystic Falls considering he didn't have the most memorable time there. On the other hand he was looking forward to seeing his family especially Rebekah, his favorite, but he'd never tell.
Pulling up to the giant driveway he noticed only Freya's car was there. That meant he was the only non Virginia resident to arrive. Good thing he'd planned his flight thoroughly; he'd hate to arrive in the nighttime. Making sure to park his rental first he then proceeded to ring the doorbell.
He was met with an elated Rebekah.
"Nik!" She cried happily and swung her arms around him, knocking him backwards slightly. It was crystal clear that he was her favorite. "How I've missed you!"
Klaus pulled Rebekah closer and nuzzled his head against hers. "Dear sister the feeling is mutual. I take it Elijah and Finn haven't arrived?"
"Not yet. They shouldn't be here for at least another thirty minutes. Give or take." She grabbed his wrist and led him in. "Come inside Nik. You're probably exhausted."
"Niklaus, you've arrived!" His mother said upon seeing him.
"Hello mother, is father here?"
Esther embraced him gently. "Yes, he should be down any minute. How have you been Niklaus?"
"I've been well thank you for asking."
"Nik, hey!" Henrik yelled before running down the stairs, controller to his console in one hand, and colliding into Klaus for a hug. "I've missed you! Did you bring me anything?"
"Henrik I've told you many times to never run down the stairs like that." Esther berated the young boy but it didn't deter his smile.
Klaus ruffled the boy's hair. He held fond memories of sneaking his brother out the house to sightsee when it was past his bedtime. Although he'd get punished really badly by his father. Still, it was worth it. "It seems you've grown taller in my absence Henrik. Now I may have something for you in my luggage. I'll give it to you later when I unpack."
Henrik had soaked the comment about him being taller like a sponge. "Well, I have been eating my vegetables. From time to time at least."
He sent him another smile before turning his attention back to his mother. "Now, where might Kol be?"
"He's out being a fool most likely." Freya cut in as she approached the group with a smile. "Hello Niklaus. Good to see you."
"Good to see you too Freya." He replied, embracing her and smirking. "How is Lucien these days?" He knew the only reason Freya stuck around Mystic Falls was because she was enamored with the good family friend Lucien despite her initial dislike of him. The pair had been together for over half a year now.
Freya rolled her eyes at his teasing. "Someone thinks they're funny."
Klaus' smirk only grew. "Well I don't like to toot my own horn."
"You know she invited him over." Rebekah chimed in.
"I'm not surprised." Klaus added, shooting Freya another smirk.
This time Freya chuckled. "Anyway, dinner won't be ready for another while. Hopefully Finn and Elijah aren't late like last time and don't get me started on Kol. It's as if I'm the only one who's punctual. Well Rebekah too but even Niklaus has arrived late on several occasions."
"Perhaps you should arrive late. Than we'd all be on time." Klaus joked only to be playfully shoved by Freya.
"Niklaus, go and let your father know you're home. Afterwards you can unpack. Rebekah, let Kol know he is to get to the house immediately." Esther said. "Come Freya, let us prepare the food."
Klaus battled the urge to sigh. His father was always such a hard ass with him. Regardless he made his way upstairs to where he knew his father would be: his office. His father was a realtor and owned plenty of properties. The door was opened but his father, Mikael Mikaelson, was engrossed in his paperwork.
He knocked on the door. "Father, I'm home."
"Don't just stand there boy. Come in."
Klaus did as he was told and stood in front of the desk, feeling quite nervous. "Hello father."
Mikael walked around his desk to stand in front of Klaus. He stared intently at him. "Niklaus."
Klaus was then pulled into a rather tight hug which only made him feel even more awkward. If there was a definition for a 'business-hug' this would be it.
"Good to have you home again. Now leave me, boy. Go get settled I still have much to do."
"Yes father." And with that he was off. The greetings were at the very least getting less and less awkward. Baby steps.
His room was as it was the last time he'd visited. Clean and organized. It wouldn't be long until Kol comes and leaves it in shambles. The troublemaker was always up to no good; pulling pranks left and right on his siblings. The boy pranced around with no care in the world.
It was Finn whom took the brunt of Kol's juvenile behavior though. Apparently Kol hates him because he claims Finn, in a drunken stupor, fell over and broke Kol's limited edition Gameboy Advance one Christmas evening when he was little. He's never forgiven him ever since. In Finn's defense he says that it was an accident.
Quickly he unpacked and made his way downstairs where Lucien had already arrived and was chatting with Rebekah.
"Aah Niklaus, I see the prodigal son has returned!" Lucien said and swung his arm around him in a hug.
"I suppose you couldn't miss my grand return. How have you been keeping?"
"Quite well. Never a dull moment with sweet Freya keeping me company." Lucien replied, wiggling his eyebrows suggestively.
Klaus made a face. "For God's sake man! We're about to eat."
"I may as well have lost my appetite." Rebekah added, shuddering at the mental images.
It was common knowledge between the siblings just how out of control Lucien and Freya could be. Made even more so obvious by Lucien's expressive boasting and satisfied smirks.
"Oh come now! We're all adults here."
Rebekah scoffed. "I'd argue that you and Kol aren't. And speaking of that pest he's supposed to be here already."
Right on cue the doorbell rung.
"Speak of the devil." Klaus exclaimed as Rebekah went to open the door.
In came Elijah and Finn.
Rebekah was incredulous. "Finn?"
"My goodness man, what happened to you?" Lucien asked as he took in Finn's appearance. His shirt, which was certainly previously white, was now stained pink.
"The wildest Mikaelson who do you think?" Finn answered with a scowl. "Shot me with a paintball gun. The little prick."
"Guilty as charged brother!" Kol's voice rung through the air before appearing in the doorstep. He placed his arms around both his elder brothers. "Good to have the family reunited like this."
Klaus' brow lifted. "Am I to assume you were laying in wait the entire time?"
"Perhaps." Kol replied with an innocent smile.
"I see some things haven't changed."Elijah calmly spoke before pulling out of the hold to place a sweet kiss onto Rebekah's cheek.
"I'm going to change before mother sees me." Finn said before pushing away from Kol.
"Aww lighten up princess it's only paint!" Kol shouted. He turned back to the group and grinned. "So, when's the food ready?"
Now all seated the food was being passed amongst the family.
"No one makes food quite like you ladies." Lucien said as he eyed the pot roast. "So, who wants to start with the storytelling?"
Kol tapped his hands against the table. "Jolly idea mate! I'll start us off by telling the tale of Finn's love life."
A groan escaped the entire table.
Everyone waited as Kol remained silent.
Kol placed a hand on his chin, feigning a thoughtful expression. "I just remembered there's not much to tell. How about that?"
"On the contrary brother," Finn cut in, wiping his lower jaw with his napkin. "I'm actually seeing someone."
"Oh wonderful! Finn here has a fictional story he'd like to share."
Finn nodded "As a matter of fact I do. It's a lovely tale called 'Kol's Aspirations in Life'."
The corner of Elijah's lips lifted slightly in amusement.
"Enough!" Mikael snapped. "Are you two children?"
Freya shook her head before smiling at Finn. "So, what's her name?"
"Sage."
She raised a brow. "The girl you met in high school?"
His eyes lit up as he spoke. "Yes." Not even Kol could put a downpour on his glee about rekindling with his first love.
Lucien gave him a congratulatory pat on his back. "That is quite the fascinating love story my friend."
"It is quite lovely." Rebekah said from her seat slightly envious. She'd always been searching for the one and failing miserably; partly the fault of her overprotective brothers.
"Rebekah, love, don't go and bore us to tears with your tragic love stories." Kol grumbled as if reading her mind.
Rebekah shot him a death glare. "The only thing tragic here is your brain capacity. I'm embarrassed by the fact that we're related."
"Seriously, must we separate you two?" Esther cut in having none of this.
Bickering amongst one another. Niklaus Mikaelson was definitely home.
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Klaus stepped outside once the dinner was over. The breeze was relaxing against his skin.
"Nothing like family dinners huh?" Freya said with a sigh.
"Never a dull moment in the Mikaelson family."
"I bet we'd make a killing if we went into a reality TV gig."
Kol joined them outside and stretched his arms over his head. "Who wants to go out? I need entertainment."
Klaus crossed his arms, disinterested. "Go on then. No one's stopping you."
"Don't be like that. Join me brother!"
"That sounds like a plan." Lucien joined in. "Really Niklaus, one night in town won't kill you."
Freya nudged his side. "What do you say Niklaus? It could be fun."
Finally he relented. "Why not?"
Author's Notes
Just the starting chapter guys, hope you enjoyed. Cami will come into the fold in the next chapter.
:)