Til Death Us Do Part

Chapter 1

-Elena's Pov-

Damon handed me a small vial of the thick crimson liquid that was his blood. I knew what the consequences of dying with this in my system were. I knew that by this time tomorrow, I could be a whole new being. A cold blooded killer. A vampire.

"Damon" I sighed, "Is this really necessary?" my heart was racing rapidly as everything from last night's discussion became so real.

"Yes Elena, it is. If the originals, with the exception of Klaus, are plotting to kill you, we need to take precautions. And I mean big ones!" Damon emphasised his point by slamming his right hand into the palm of his left. "Elena you agreed. And I think that the only that way you and my brother are going to have a care free wedding day, is if you drink this."

With the mention of the word wedding, I felt the need to glance at my 17th century, sapphire and diamond encrusted engagement ring. It was huge. And I mean huge. It glistened immaculately in the early morning sunlight.

"After all we've been through..." I couldn't finish. Everything around me contributed to the overwhelming feeling in my heart. The serene glow of the white satin bed covers made just for me. That look in Damon's eye telling me everything was going to be alright. And the fresh scent of luxurious flowers placed around the hotel room.

"Just drink Elena. Then thank me later." Damon did that cute eye thing once again. "Your hot little bridesmaids are on their way up. Make sure to drink every-" He wasn't able to conclude his sentence before Bonnie, Caroline, Meredith and Katherine burst through the door.

"Damon! What the hell do you think you're doing in here?" Caroline began to jokingly beat Damon out of the suite with a vanilla scented cushion. "Get out! Go on! Make sure your ready on time! I'm so not kidding!"

I turned to Katherine who was placing a bright pink hold all on the bed. "Thanks for everything you've done for me Katherine. Who would've thought when you returned on founders' day, that you would be here, on mine and Stefan's wedding day to support us." Katherine turned to face me with a sweet caring smile on her face. "I'm so glad that we've bonded Kat, because no matter what has happened in the past, we're family." We wholeheartedly embraced each other for a while until Bonnie interrupted.

"Could you two save the great times 100 grandmother-great granddaughter bonding for later?" Bonnie raised her eyebrows with a subtle smile. "Save the speeches for the reception."

"Be careful Bonnie." Katherine said through her teeth with a devilish grin. "I'm really not that old."

Meredith laughed. "Elena it is an absolute honour to have been asked to be a bridesmaid."

"I wouldn't have it any other way. Your relationship with Ric has allowed you and I to also become like sisters"

"Weddings just bring everyone together." Caroline then opened the pink bag and pulled out a ton of stuff. There was makeup, hair clips and pins, nail polish, fake nails, eye lashes, a curling iron, a brush, a comb, a hairdryer, and a straightener. She ushered me to a chair in front of the bare dressing table and mirror. "I'll do her makeup, Katherine can do the hair, Bonnie you do finger nails and Meredith do the toes."

Every part of my body relaxed, and I knew that this wedding, without a doubt, would be perfect. "Thank you for doing this guys. I don't know what I would've done if you hadn't helped me organise this wedding." I then closed my eyes and thought about Stefan and what he might be doing. He was probably out hunting so that he would look totally stunning for today. Then I thought about my parents. How could I even for a second have thought that today would be anywhere near perfect without them by my side? Tears welled up in my eyes but I knew I had to stay strong. Plus, Caroline would never forgive me if I ruined her masterpiece in the making

"Okay...And there. All done!" Caroline exclaimed.

I had been so deep in thought that I hadn't even realised the job was done. "Wow guys. I...I don't know what to say. Thank you so so much."

"You look stunning Elena. I'm just like thrilled for you right now." Meredith looked completely satisfied with the girls' work.

"Yeah but if anyone asks, which they will, I'm your better looking long lost twin sister." Katherine remarked.

Bonnie looked as if she was the one about to cry now. "Elena, it's such a shame that your parents and your aunt Jenna couldn't be here. They would be so proud of the woman that you've become." She then gave me a smile of reassurance.

In the next instant, my photographer and wedding planner entered the room. They were followed by Jeremy and two of our cousins from the south.

"Jeremy!" I jumped into his arms.

"Ahahaha. You look beautiful sis. Today is going to be flawless and if only mom and dad were here to see it." Jeremy squeezed me tighter.

"Yeah...I know." My eyes then switched to my cousins. "Anna! Sharon! I'm so glad you could make it."

"We wouldn't miss it for th-"Anna started.

"Time for the dress!" Caroline said halfway through Anna's sentence.

That reminded me of what was in the pocket of my dressing gown. The blood. "Guys I need a minute in the bathroom. Excuse me."

"Hurry back!" Caroline squealed.

Once in the bathroom I made sure that the door was locked. After that, I pulled the bottle out of my pocket and placed it next to the sink. My reflection stared back at me in the mirror and I imagined what I would look like with red eyes and sharp fangs. Now however, I decided to admire how my brown hair was pulled together to form a huge bun at the back. And how my makeup made my dark eyes look insanely pretty.

"Elena? Sorry but Caroline's getting impatient." Bonnie sounded anxious on the other side of the door.

"Coming!" And with that, I opened the vial, and bought it to my lips.