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Hey, this may just be a one-shot for the time being, as I am busy with my university work at the minute. I apologise for any mistakes made. I'm using this as an excuse to relax a bit and not worry about work, so my mind is a bit frazzled. Not sure I've managed to get the characters personalities correct just yet, but this is my first attempt. Hope you enjoy! Positive feedback and constructive criticism are most welcome

Post prom- episode 4x19.

CHAPTER 1

Caroline stood alone yet again, the fire light highlighting the intricate detailing of her prom dress. Her dance with Tyler had been everything she'd hoped for on her Senior prom night but for some reason she couldn't seem to shake the idea that it had been the last time they would experience such intimacy with one another. She turned and faced the floor length mirror on the other side of the room. The dress she had borrowed from Klaus was exquisite to say the least. A small smile graced her lips. Klaus had saved her night once again. Where would she be without him? Dead probably. At least Jenna and Alaric would be alive and Tyler would be free. Despite all his evil actions, part of her knew that she should be grateful for having him in her life. Despite not wanting it she had his protection and as of recently his friendship. Everything was just so messed up. Her feelings towards the Original constantly at war with one another; not that she'd mention to any of her friends. They'd hate her. Would they? After all they all forgave Damon for the atrocities he caused in the past right? But then it was Klaus for crying out loud, she shouldn't have any feeling but pure disdain towards the Hybrid. Caroline felt the exhaustion of the months of prom planning, and cure finding finally take they're toll. She walked to the fridge, craving some B positive. Grabbing the bag she ripped it open but paused when she caught her reflection once more in the window, the veins underneath her eyes pulsing. How had it come to this? Here she was on her senior prom night alone and worse, a monster. She shook the thought from her mind and drained the blood in front of her. Just as she had finished she heard a knock on the door. It was probably just Matt or someone coming to check on her, either that or there was yet another issue with Elena the vampire bitch. Throwing the bag in the bin, Caroline made her way to the front door, checking to see on her way past that she hadn't spilt any blood whilst feeding. She could sense who it was as she got nearer. Klaus. Perfect. Like she hadn't had enough emotional turmoil this evening.

"What are you doing here?" she asked as she opened the large white door.

Klaus had begun to notice that recently there appeared to be less hatred and revulsion in the tone of her voice when she addressed him. He could tell by her appearance that she was exhausted; her eyes shone less brightly than usual. Still, he wanted to see her. Yet again his selfish needs took over.

"Good evening to you too, Love." He smirked. "I thought I'd come and check to see if the Salvatore's had managed to keep their pet doppelganger on her leash this evening. Judging by your flawless appearance I see there has been no harm done."

Caroline rolled her eyes;

"I'm fine Klaus and I know we're starting this whole friendship thing but I really don't want to talk to you right now. I'm exhausted and I want nothing more than to sleep for eternity. Thank you for the dress, it's beautiful. I'll return it tomorrow."

She didn't even give him the chance to reply before attempting to shut the door, but the Original was faster than she was and held the door ajar with his foot.

"Klaus seriously I..." she started to shout but he cut her off.

"Caroline, there is one more thing I wanted to ask you before I go."

Her stance became more relaxed and she looked into his eyes waiting for a response.

"I was wandering if you would do me the honour of dancing with me. It is your prom after all, I know these silly human customs mean nothing to me but I am your friend. I've been told friends do things they don't necessarily enjoy to make one another happy.'

Caroline looked at him surprised.

"And you know so much about friendship right?" she asked mockingly. His eyes darkened.

" I'd say you owe me one for sorting out your petty wardrobe problem, wouldn't you sweetheart?"

"Eugh!" she scoffed "Fine whatever, but you can't come inside. One dance. One very short dance. You got it!?" she scowled at him.

"That's fine with me love" he smirked as he grabbed her hand and gently tugged her outside onto the Lockwood's porch and into his arms. She gasped at the sudden movement but quickly tried to recover her posture. She stiffened in his arms as he brought her closer and started to sway.

"Relax, Caroline." He whispered into her ear in that annoying, over-rated... God, who was she kidding. His accent was gorgeous. Who would've guessed the Devil could talk like an Angel?

She felt herself relax a little as she closed her eyes and followed Klaus' lead. Klaus smiled at the baby vampire in his arms. He knew she still didn't return his feelings. He could smell the mutt's scent on her from there rendezvous earlier. He scowled slightly. He'd let Tyler go again. What was this girl doing to him? Just as he felt the anger rise in his chest, Caroline opened her eyes and looked at him. Their blue eyes made contact, and refused to move. Caroline felt the war raging in her mind once again. Klaus went to say something but she couldn't take it anymore. She needed him to leave. What was she thinking? She'd had the perfect romantic moment with Tyler not an hour ago and here she was in the arms of his tormentor. She backed out of Klaus' hold. He looked saddened but not surprised. He knew she wasn't ready for the intimacy that had begun to occur between the two whilst dancing. He'd wait for her.

She stared at everything around her. Everything but the man in front of her.

"Well, I guess I should take my leave love." He said as smiled at the angel before him.

She finally allowed herself to look at him once more and smiled in return. Klaus turned to leave. He had just reached his car when Caroline murmured his name. He turned round to look at her.

"Thanks" she continued "For the dress... and stuff."

He smiled again. Something he found himself doing increasingly more in her presence.

"You're most welcome sweetheart."

He turned back and got into his car. Caroline had already gone back inside and he found himself already missing the baby vampire. He knew that she would come to him at some point in the future, but for now he had business to attend to.