a/n: I don't own anything! Belongs to L.J. Smith & The CW.

Plot:

Plot: Set after "Fool Me Once" Based on The Vampire Diaries TV show. Bonnie's grandmother died, and Elena is helping her cope. Stefan must go out of town, and tells Elena to keep Damon company. Damon is heartbroken and devastated over Katherine. He just wants to die now…for good. Meanwhile something dangerous is in Mystic Falls. Can Damon save humans? Or will he destroy himself before he can do anything? (Elena/Stefan;Elena/Damon)

A Reason to Live

Chapter One

It was a warm, sunny day in Mystic Falls but there was a sadness that lingered in the air. Bonnie's grandmother had died, and they just returned from the funeral. Elena sat with Bonnie in pure silence, just holding her best friend while she cried.

"It's ok." She whispered.

"I have no one." Bonnie sobbed.

"Don't worry. We'll figure something out." Elena told her. There was a light knock at the door. "I'll be back." Bonnie nodded, blowing into a tissue.

"Stefan." Elena said a little surprised. "What are you doing here?"

"I came to see how Bonnie was." He nodded.

"Oh, well come in." Elena said taking his hand. They walked down the hall to Bonnie's room. Bonnie had already fallen asleep. Her eyes were red and puffy from crying, and her hair was messy.

"How is she?" Stefan asked quietly.

"Not good." Elena said sadly. "She blames herself for what happened. I keep trying to tell her, but there's no convincing her. Her Grams was all she had." Elena said wrapping her arms tightly around Stefan. He held her tightly.

"How's Damon?" She asked, then closing Bonnie's door quietly. They both made their way to the kitchen and sat.

"The same. He won't leave his room. He hasn't fed in days."

"What? But he has to or…" Elena and Stefan both knew what was going to happen if he didn't feed. It didn't need to be said.

"I know, I put a bag in his room, but I came back the next day and it was untouched." He said shaking his head.

"Elena…" He started.

"What is it?" Elena said taking his hand. He gently rubbed his thumb over hers.

"I have to go out of town."
"What? Why?"
"Anna…she's living in Richmond with Pearl and there's not many animals to feed off of. They want to live normally, so I'm bringing them some blood. Keep Damon company? He'll protect you…I trust him." Tears fell from her eyes. Her and Stefan had never been apart before. He gently wiped them away.
"I'll be back soon. I promised." Stefan said gently kissing her lips. She nodded, and smiled.

"I'll go see Damon tomorrow. Um, is it ok if I bring Bonnie?"
"Of course." He nodded. "Make sure you have vervain on you."
"Got it." Elena said touching her necklace. Stefan gave her one last kiss, and left.

An hour or two past before Bonnie awoke. Elena helped Bonnie pack some of her things, and took her to stay at her house. The two girls sat wrapped in blankets, on Elena's bed.

"Thanks for letting me stay, Elena."
"It's no problem, Bonnie."

"So when's Stefan coming back?" She asked. Elena shrugged.

"I'm not sure, but soon I hope. We've never been apart." Bonnie's mouth curved into a soft smile.

"What are we doing tomorrow?" Bonnie asked. Elena hesitated.

"Um…Stefan asked me to keep Damon company. Is it ok if we go over there? Just for a while." Bonnie's face froze.

"Uh…Sure. That's fine."
"Are you sure?"

"Yeah." Bonnie nodded. "He's going through a rough time."

"Yeah. Before I hated Damon. I couldn't stand him." Elena said through her teeth.

"I know how you feel." Bonnie agreed.

"But now…I can see that all he wants is love, and trust. I just want to help him." Bonnie didn't reply. The two girls then lied side by side, and slowly fell asleep. The next morning Jenna made some breakfast for them.
"Thanks Jenna." Bonnie smiled.
"No problem, hon. Elena, I'm going to work. I'll be home at 7. Ok?"

"Yup." Elena nodded taking a bite of her waffle. Jeremy then came down in a daze and was half awake.

"Morning, Jer…" Elena said awkwardly. "Not get enough sleep?"
"Uh. Yeah." He nodded simply.

"Well me and Bonnie are gonna go out shopping. See you later!" She called going out the door.

"We're not going shopping." Bonnie said simply.

"I know." Elena laughed. They then went to the Salvatore Manor. They walked slowly to the door.

"Elena." Bonnie said grabbing her arm. "I'm scared." She admitted.

"It's ok, Bon. Don't worry." Elena said reassuring her. Bonnie nodded nervously.

The door was unlocked.

"That's weird." Elena said pushing it open.

"Elena…" Bonnie said tugging at Elena's sleeve.

"Oh my god."

R&R! No flames please. Thank you! (: