Chapter 1

This will be at least a three chapter story and takes place during season 2. I don't really take in to consideration the entire season 2 plot. I just want Steroline together any way possible.

*The first chapter is not worthy of a M rating, but the following chapters will be.

Disclaimer: I do not own The Vampire Diaries. Only this story line.


It was just a kiss. No harm, no fowl. Or at least, that was what Caroline was trying to convince herself of.

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Caroline had been maneuvering the school halls in an attempt to avoid Stefan. Just the thought of have the talk with him made her anxious. When the school day ended, she had managed to avoid a run-in with him...until she exited the building, running right into the tall, dark and handsome vampire.

Caroline stared into Stefan's hazel eyes with her mouth agape. She was frozen by fear. Fear of rejection. Of humiliation. Moments passed and they still stood in silence. Damn it, Stefan! Say something. Caroline thought. She knew if she opened her mouth words would pour out and she wouldn't be able to shut herself up. God only knows what would come out. She wanted him to make the first move.

As much as I hate awkward moments, why do I always find myself smack-dab in the middle of them? thought Caroline.

"Hey, Caroline." said Stefan, after an agonizing few moments.

Finally! About damn time. Wait, what do I say? ... Caroline say something. For someone who can never seem to shut up, you're being awful quiet. Speak! Now! thought Caroline. She was finally able to get her mouth to form her greeting. "Hey, Stefan."

"We need to talk about what happened," spoke Stefan.

Caroline chewed her bottom lip for a moment before speaking. She inhaled and then exhaled, deeply. "How about I save us both from this uncomfortable situation. We kissed. It's over and done with. You're with Elena and I know how much you love her. You don't want to see her hurt. So, let's just forget it happened and move on. No harm done. Friends?" Caroline extended her hand, wanting to shake on it.

Stefan tried to speak, but closed his lips and returned the handshake. "Friends."

As soon as he let the words go, Caroline gave him a weak smile and stalked off.

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Stefan remained in that spot for a few moments longer after Caroline walked off. Why didn't you say what you had planned to? He rubbed his temple in frustration and headed home.

On his way upstairs he stopped by the freezer to grab a blood bag. He plopped down on his bed and stared up as the ceiling, sipping the bag of B+. Why didn't you say what you had planned to? He thought again for the second time.

Stefan had spent all morning strategizing over what to say to Caroline. She was the last person he ever wanted to hurt, yet he seemed to have done just that with his silence.

He was different around her. Yes, they could laugh with each other and have a good time, but the kiss complicated things now. He knew they could never be just friends.

But, now his emotions began to change. He was getting upset. No, angry. And at Caroline. She shut him up and walked off. She didn't even give him a chance to say much. She didn't let him say that he suspects Elena and Damon are together behind his back. She didn't let him say that he had been falling for her. Is still falling for her. She didn't let him say that that kiss meant a lot to him. Dammit, Caroline! Why do you assume I don't want you? Stefan had never known a girl with this much low self-worth.

As soon as that thought passed through his mind, his anger subsided and his good feelings for Caroline returned.

It wasn't just a kiss. Not for me. thought Stefan.


Please review! I'd love to hear any criticism you've got, good or bad. This is my first fic ever, so it would be much appreciated.