Chapter 1: Nightmare

Darkness surrounded me. I don't know how or when I got there. I needed to get out. I felt my legs start to move across the ground. I didn't dare look around me, there was nothing to see. All I could do was look ahead, hoping there would be any sign of light. Finally, I saw it. An opening. I pushed my legs harder and faster. I was almost there. When I thought that I had reached it, my body slammed into something, causing me to fall. And that's when I saw her.

Katherine. The terrifying creature that looked so much like me. I gasped as she hovered over me. The hairs on the back of my neck stood up as she bent down to face me. I tried to let out a scream as she grabbed the collar of my shirt, but all that came out was a tiny squeak. Her laugh rumbled around us as she lifted me off the ground. Her shining fangs and glowing eyes lit up her entire face. I heard a growl escape her mouth and she lunged toward my neck…..

Elena let out a yell as she awoke from her terrifying nightmare. She jolted up and looked around her. She was still in darkness. Sleep still in her eyes; she reached for the switch of her lamp. Finding it, she switched it on and gasped when she saw Stefan sitting in front of her. Quick, heavy breathes left her mouth and she sighed with relief.

Stefan put his hands up in defense. "Easy, it's just me," He chuckled and took her hand. "You had a nightmare didn't you?"

Ignoring his question Elena shook her head. "What are you doing here?" She whispered, still trying to control her breathing.

Stefan softly wiped the small drops of sweat off her face. "I was just checking on you. It seems like I came at the right time. Are you alright?" He said and began to gently pull her towards him.

Feeling too weak to fight against him, Elena gave in and leaned against his chest, closing her eyes at the comfort of her body against his. Her head was pounding now.

Stefan felt her tremble under him. He rubbed her back comfortingly. "What happened?" He asked referring to the dream.

Elena rubbed her hand on her temple, feeling a bit feint. "Katherine," was all she could say. She closed her eyes again. Her breathes were less frequent, but still heavy.

"What? Did she do anything?" Stefan said with curiosity. Elena was too tired to answer him. Her breathing began to slow as sleep fell upon her.

Stefan gave a silent laugh then kissed the top of her head softly. "I love you….so much," He whispered into her hair before laying her back on her pillow.

Feeling Stefan's touch vanishing from her, Elena fluttered her eyes open. She looked around her room and saw him heading towards the window. "Stefan?" She called to him softly. He turned around at the sound of her voice. "Will you stay?" She said quietly. Stefan nodded and moved towards her. She closed her eyes before either of them could say anything. Before she entered sleep, she felt Stefan beside her, stroking her hair.

Elena stretched her arms when she awoke the next morning. She let out a soft moan and reached for Stefan. She looked over when she didn't find him there. She sat up and gazed around the room. "Stefan?" she rose from her bed and walked to the window. There was no sign of his presence.

She walked back to her bed and ran a hand through her hair as she began to think. She put her hand over her mouth in thought and stared blankly. She creased her eyebrow as she saw a folded up piece of paper lying on the pillow. She reached her hand out to grab it when something rushed past her and picked it up.

Elena jumped a bit, turned around and saw Damon standing in front of her, unfolding the note. Once the shock was gone she folded her arms across her chest and raised her eyebrow.

Damon ignored her look and read the note. "You looked so beautiful, I just couldn't wake you. I'll be back around noon. Awww how sweet," He cooed.

Elena sighed. "Did you need something?" She watched Damon carefully as he strolled through her room.

"No, not really. I just got bored," Damon stood in front of her mirror and smirked at her. Elena turned around to glance at her clock.

"So you came here? At 8:00 in the morning?" She said with confusion. Damon raised his eyebrows with confirmation and turned to face her again.

His faced suddenly turned serious. "Actually no, there is something I need from you. Shocker, I know," He said with a sarcastic tone. Elena placed her hands on her hips, waiting for him to continue.

"Stefan has told me that you have recently been having dreams about Katherine," Damon went on as Elena's dark eyes widened. "Yes, dreams with her in them are fascinating aren't they?" He joked.

"Very," Elena muttered, turning her gaze away from him. She slowly moved towards the window, hoping Stefan would return quickly.

"Anyway, what goes on in these dreams? I mean what do you see her doing?" Damon went on, watching her from behind.

Elena sighed, not really wanting to have this conversation with him. When she was about to open her mouth to speak, they both heard an ear piercing screech from downstairs.

A/N: Sorry this is so short! But i had to have some kind of start. I promise that the other chapters will be longer. Please review, I hope you like this!