I don't have the commitment to write long stories like so many of my amazing writer friends. But I do get inspired by all the amazing music out there that make me think of Klaroline. Since I can't sing them out loud for all of you, I thought I would just write my thoughts about the scenes that come to mind when they're playing through my stereo.
So, without further ado...enjoy the first of many.
Adele - One and Only
Klaus sat in the corner of the bar, wondering what was going on in his head. How in the world did he let this fascinating creature creep in to, not only his mind and body, but somewhere deep down she met his soul as well? If someone would've told him a year ago that his plans for the doppleganger would be foiled, once again, and that he would be somewhat alright with it? He would've killed them on the spot. Ripping their throat out for having any doubt that he wouldn't fulfill his destiny. Turns out his destiny was set on a completely different path then he expected.
While Klaus swirled the bourbon in his hands, he watched the vocalist step toward the microphone. She was dripping in sequins that shimmered down her languid body. The dress was covering only the bare essentials, and typically at the end of the evening he would be the hunter and she the prey, ravishing and taking her anyway he pleased. But all he could think was how the gold shimmer of her dress matched the color of Caroline's hair. Her sultry voice began to ring through the smokey atmosphere, and Klaus found himself lost in the words.
You've been on my mind, I grow fonder every day
Lose myself in time just thinking of your face
God only knows why it's taken me so long to let my doubts go
You're the only one that I want
Arg, what was wrong with him? He made his advances, and she told him time and time again that she wasn't interested. A normal man would've backed off or moved on to his next interest, but he just couldn't get her off his mind.
I don't know why I'm scared, I've been here before
Every feeling, every word, I've imagined it all
You'll never know if you never try
To forget your past and simply be mine
Why was he so intimidated by her? This one girl that wasn't anymore beautiful then the songstress in front of him, certainly not the most beautiful woman he's met over the centuries. Yet, there was something about her that kept his mind reeling over her face, hair, smile and that ridiculous light and enthusiasm that just seemed to emanate from her entire body. He wished she could look past all the things that he had done. But even he knew that was an impossible fete. He had made too many mistakes, had tortured and killed too many of her loved ones, but he still thought...maybe.
I dare you to let me be your, your one and only
Promise I'm worthy to hold in your arms
So come on and give me a chance
To prove I am the one who can walk that mile
Until the end starts
As he drowned himself in his liquor and the melody of the song, he let his eyes wander through the crowd. Couples crammed on the dance floor, holding each other intimately and looking deep in to each other's eyes. Sheesh. He wanted to gouge those eyes out and drain every one of them for having the audacity to flaunt their affections in front of him. He downed the last of his drink and sat up to leave, grabbing his jacket and swiftly moving toward the edge of his booth, when he caught a familiar scent in the air.
He looked up at the entrance and there she was escaping her jacket to reveal a short pink skirt that left nothing to the imagination matched with some sort of blouse that clung to her body just right. Wasn't a blouse supposed to be loose and conservative? Damn that little minx. Her nose suddenly shot in the air as she rolled her head around the space in front of her. Her eyes finally caught up with the scent as they darted across the room and locked with his.
If I've been on your mind, you hang on every word I say
Lose yourself in time at the mention of my name
Will I ever know how it feels to hold you close
And have you tell me whichever road I choose you'll go
He didn't give her a moment longer to hold his gaze before using his supernatural speed to close the space between them. He didn't care if anyone noticed, he would compel them later if need be. His mind was soaked with thoughts of her tonight, and in that moment he didn't care that she had denied him, he only wanted to hold her, if only for a little while.
He was surprised to see little hesitation from her, as he grasped her hand and led her to the dance floor. They fell into the rhythm of the music as he pulled her closely to his body and breathing in her captivating aroma. He said nothing. Not wanting to give her any reason to dash from his arms. They swayed in silence.
I don't know why I'm scared 'cause I've been here before
Every feeling, every word, I've imagined it all
You'll never know if you never try
To forget your past and simply be mine
He wasn't concerned with what brought her here tonight. Most likely it was a happy coincidence, since he could see from the corner of his eye, Bonnie and Elena staring at them from the doorway. They were dressed up as well, and it seemed he interrupted one of their many girls' night outs. No matter to him, as long as she was willing to stay there with him, at least for the moment. Perhaps it was some sort of torture that she was delving out to him. Giving him small glimpses of hope in the way she smiled at him and pressed her body up against his, only to later tear him down with her cold words. Why couldn't she accept his sincerity? He really did want to show her the world and all it had to offer. He wanted her to be a reason to keep living this eternal existence. Did she truly not believe the effect that she had on him?
I dare you to let me be your, your one and only
Promise I'm worthy to hold in your arms
So come on and give me a chance
To prove I am the one who can walk that mile
Until the end starts
The music changed its pace and slowed to a new rhythm. The backup singers raised their voices and began to sing quietly and delicately. They seemed to be reading his mind as they sang a simple phrase.
I know it ain't easy giving up your heart
I know it ain't easy giving up your heart
Nobody's perfect
(I know it ain't easy giving up your heart)
Trust me, I've learned it
Nobody's perfect
(I know it ain't easy giving up your heart)
Trust me, I've learned it
He noticed the hesitance begin to rise in her as her body began to shift further away from his. He knew what was coming. She would look him in the eye, trying to say as much as possible without speaking a word, before finally telling him no, once again. She opened her mouth to speak, but before a single word was uttered he closed her mouth with a kiss. The hesitation in her began to rise to the top as she struggled under him. He didn't want to hear her deny him again, so he held her there with his lips pressed firmly against hers, taking in every sensation of the moment. But it didn't feel right, not wanting to force her any longer, he barely raised his lips from hers before he felt her hand on the back of his neck crashing his mouth down on hers once more.
The music crescendo-ed back into the chorus, with the piano and the clanging cymbals encouraging their embrace with passion and poetry unlike he had ever felt before. Their mouths moved in a rhythm of their own as their tongues danced around each other. His hands worked their way down her back and up her arms and through her hair, taking mental note of every curve of her body. He felt her hands do the same, moving slowly down his shoulders and wrapping her arms around his neck, deepening the kiss even more. He felt her shutter underneath him as he began to gently pull away to look into her crystal blue eyes...
So I dare you to let me be your, your one and only
I promise I'm worthy to hold in your arms
So come on and give me a chance
To prove I am the one who can walk that mile
Until the end starts
As he opened his eyes to meet hers, he noticed her across the room, entering the lounge with her friends and finding their way to the nearby booth. She hadn't noticed him. She hadn't sensed his presence. He hadn't whisked her away to the dance floor for a final dance and unexpected kiss. Before the girls could notice him, Klaus grabbed his jacket, put a twenty on the table and left through the back door. He walked down the alley, as the sound of the band drifted slowly away, smiling to himself.
"One day, Caroline...one day."
Come on and give me a chance
To prove I am the one who can walk that mile
Until the end starts
Okay...so please review and let me know what you think. I'm planning on writing lots more of these, possibly with a couple of my other favorite couples intertwined. Also, if you have a song that you love and it makes you think of Klaroline, let me know and I'll see what I can do with it.
Cheers! Thanks for reading. - Deej