Here's the revised first chapter for your lovely consideration.

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Caroline's POV

I was lying on my stomach on my bed.

Come on, Care, just focus!

I was supposed to be planning a prom.

What was that sound?

My mom was working a double shift.

Was that a stick breaking?

I was all alone for the night.

Is somebody outside?

I shouldn't be having any trouble concentrating.

What if Silas is out there?

I needed to call three different DJ's.

What would he even want from me?

The decorations needed to be ordered by tomorrow.

Does he even need to be invited in?

Two baskets of dirty laundry were waiting for me.

What if he comes in! Klaus couldn't even fight him off, so how am I supposed to be able to protect myself?!

I felt my chest heaving as my eyes flickered nervously towards the window.

Calm down, Caroline. It's probably just the wind… Or a 2,000 year old vampire with a disfigured face. Great.

"Ugh!" I growled in frustration, pushing the notebook filled with prom details away from me. I huffed and picked up my cell phone, scrolling through the contacts and selecting Stefan's name.

Hey, you busy?

I sent the text and bit my lip, waiting for his reply. Ten seconds later, my phone beeped. I frowned as I read the answer.

If by 'busy' you mean "Are you currently preoccupied with trying to make your ex-girlfriend feel any emotion?" Then yes. Unfortunately, I am busy.

I typed back my reply.

Ok. Good luck with that.

He responded with 'thanks'.

Bonnie was next.

"Sorry Care, it's just the whole thing with Jeremy is a lot to take in. I just don't think I'd be good company right now," Bonnie answered in a tired voice.

I felt a pang of sympathy.

"No, no, it's ok, Bonnie. I understand. See ya' later. Bye."

I ended the call and groaned. There was no way I was bringing Matt into this mess, so I could forget about calling him. I also wasn't going to the Salvatore's to hear Damon's remarks and see Stefan's sadness as they tried to fix Elena.

I scrolled through the contact list one last time, saying 'no' out loud to each and every name. And then, a tragedy struck; because out of all the contacts in my phone, the only option left started with a K.

Aw heck no!

I glared at the name that brought up all the memories from today. The same name that made me roll my eyes at the mere thought of calling him.

When did I even get his number anyway?

"Okay," I said slowly. "Maybe I should just text him."

I typed out a simple 'Hey'. That can't do any harm, right?

My thumb hovered over the send button.

"No, Caroline," I told myself. "Bad idea! Bad, Bad, BAD idea! Don't do it, don't do it, don't – "

A super creepy wind howled right outside my window.

"Oh, screw it!"

I pushed send and bit my lip, trying not to make any sudden movements (as if it would help the situation).

Who actually needs to breathe, right? Breathing means making sounds. And sounds mean being found. Yeah, I don't think I really need to breathe…

Did I mention I'm all alone?

I shrieked as my phone beeped and Klaus's name appeared on the screen. Taking a calming breath, I opened the text.

Hello, friend. To what do I owe the pleasure?

I rolled my eyes, but couldn't stop the smile that spread across my face. Of course he would hold the friend thing over me. He wouldn't let that go for centuries…

Or longer.

I quickly answered.

I think it's about to storm. Or Silas is lurking outside. Either way, something is making creepy sounds and I'm kind of alone.

His reply took a little bit longer this time.

What are you saying, Caroline?

I groaned. And of course he'd do that. He just had to make me ask for it.

Well alrighty then.

Would you, the great and astounding Klaus Mikaelson, the Original Hybrid whose name makes the most powerful beings on earth shake at the knee with fear, please do me the incredibly stupendous honor of being the body I cower behind tonight?

I sent the message with a smug grin. Caroline Forbes doesn't back down from a challenge.

The phone beeped.

Why Miss Forbes, are you flirting with me?

I snorted, ready to send back a neon sign with the word "NO" flashing on it, but then stopped and got a crazy idea.

Two could play this game.

With a smirk, my thumbs typed away.

Mmm Klaus, you caught me. I just can't hide it any longer. Especially ever since I saw you today without a shirt and covered in sweat. You have no idea how hot that got me. I wanted to shove you against the wall and lick every single one of those drops off of your skin. Then I wanted to throw you on top of the piano and have my dirty way with you. I bet you'd like that, wouldn't you, Klaus?

I pressed send and laughed, wishing I could see the look on his face.

**Meanwhile in the Mikaelson mansion**

Klaus sat on the leather couch in the same room he and Caroline had been in earlier that day. He read the text message and quite literally did a double take and almost passed out. His jaw dropped. His tongue went dry. He couldn't tell if his eyes rolled back into his head or he was just picturing the scene all too well. Was it just him or was it suddenly very hot in here? A shiver traveled up his spine as he looked up and gazed at the piano. He'd never be able to get within a mile of that thing without needing a cold shower afterwards. And the wall suddenly looked like so much more than just bricks. It looked like paradise.

"Nik, what on earth are you drooling over?" Rebekah's voice caused Klaus's head to snap around. His mouth opened and closed several times, but he simply couldn't find any words. Rebekah raised her eyebrows at him for a moment before rolling her eyes and walking away. "Men," she muttered.

It took nearly two minutes before Klaus replied.

You're all talk and no action, love. Prove it.

I snorted and replied quickly.

And then POW! You woke up and realized you were just kissing your pillow.

I didn't care how childish I sounded.

Beep.

If I'm to assume correctly, love, it was your dream, not mine.

I grinned and answered.

Admit it; that really played with your heart strings.

His reply was quick.

You can play with my heart strings any day. ;)

I burst out laughing and then rolled my eyes, sending my retort.

So you admit that you actually have a heart?

A few seconds passed.

Beep.

Only for you.

I froze, staring at the screen in a daze, but then finally snapped out of it.

Dammit, why must he be like this?! One second he's the big bad wolf, ripping out hearts and brutally slaughtering twelve of his hybrids, and then BAM! A sweet, charming gentleman who draws me pretty horses and gives me shiny things. I thought all those crazy hormones wore off when you get old?

Your bipolar tendencies are giving me whiplash, I shot back.

Beep.

The feeling is quite mutual.

I didn't get a chance to reply before my phone went off again.

I'll be right over, love.

I grinned victoriously. But the sound of a twig snapping outside the front door made me jump.

How had he gotten here so fast?

I shoved my phone into my pocket and flashed to the front door, opening it reluctantly. My eyes narrowed as I realized no one was there.

A bush rustled, catching my attention. I stepped outside to investigate.

"Klaus?" I called out, my voice shaking.

Suddenly, I felt a pair of strong arms from someone behind me wrap around my middle. One of their hands covered my mouth. Before I could blink, they had taken me back into the house and closed the door. As I realized what had happened, my fangs dropped and I bit their hand really hard.

They grunted in pain. I took the distraction to elbow them in the stomach with all of my strength. Air whooshed from their lungs. I quickly hooked my foot behind their ankle and swept their feet out from under them. They fell backwards and landed on the floor with a thud. I spun around and jumped on to my attacker, my knees on either side of their stomach and my hands pinning their arms to the floor. My vampire face had vanished, but I still growled only inches from their face.

I froze as I was met with a cocky smile and shining blue eyes.

"Klaus?!" I shouted.

He was wearing a grey Henley with his necklaces tucked underneath and dark jeans. He laughed wholeheartedly, sending vibrations into me. I was reminded than of our rather compromised position. I pushed myself away from him and stood up.

"What were you doing? I asked you to come over here so I would feel safe! Do you realize that I was about two seconds away from ripping your throat out?"

He stood up and brushed himself off, still laughing.

"It's not funny! And how did you get here so fast?"

"I had been running since you sent a very suggestive message to me. I must admit, I didn't know you had it in you."

My mouth opened and closed several times.

"Yeah, well," I stuttered. "Then I guess you don't know me that well."

He grinned.

"Well then, I suppose we have all night to change that. By the way," he held up his hand, which had blood on it. "You're very feisty and creative when you're defending yourself." He smirked at me. "I admire it."

I stared at him in disbelief. "Well, you attacked me!"

"Actually, I think it was you who attacked me. I only brought you inside."

"I thought I was being kidnapped!" I shot back, shoving his shoulder playfully.

He grinned at me.

"Come on, love. You didn't think I would've let that happen to you when I was on my way, did you?" He gave me a small pout and wide innocent eyes. (Yeah, because Klaus is sooo innocent, right?)

I huffed. "Just no more fake-kidnappings, got it?" I commanded, pointing a finger at him.

He smiled at me. "As you wish."

I laughed, wondering if he had any clue what The Princess Bride was.

"So," I began with a shrug. "What d'ya wanna' do?"

He grinned mischievously. "Well, that message you sent sounded like something we could – "

"No, Klaus. Just… no."

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