Here we go again! Another small work of mine!

This time instead of a one shot, I would like to try and write a short story... something like five shots! It won't be easy considering English isn't my first language and I'm not definitely a decent writer... but who cares, as long as it's about Klaroline, then everything is perfect!

This story is AU since all the characters are human and they're the only thing related to the show. In fact my story is set in Manhattan!

I hope you enjoy my work while we lack of Klaroline on both shows, so disappointing :(

The "New Falls" was one of the hottest and crowded bar in Manhattan, and rightfully so.

The atmosphere of the place was elegant, trendy and chic. With modern classy dark fornitures mixed with colored glass... it was definitely the best place to hang out or to show yourself if you were worthy enough of this place.

The "New Falls" was in fact suitable for young people (from twenty to thirty five years) who were in career or rich by born.

It was only Thursday night yet the bar was full of people who were ready to celebrate the awesomeness of their lives. They were the it people, the edge of the social pyramid. All people gathered in "New Falls" were young, beautiful, rich, winners in their own way.

Niklaus Mikealson was actually, among them, the winner of winners. He was a penal attorney in one of the most important firm in the City, probably in the whole country.

Many people thought him as a shark and rightfully so. But probably the best metaphor was that he looked more like a wolf disguised in sheep's clothes thanks to his apparent angelic appearance.

He was a bastard in every sense you could think of and he was very proud of it. He was also a charmer, a liar, a manipulator. Thanks to his smartness and cruelty and ability to be always one step ahead he never lost a cause. He was the best in these particular "talents" and everybody knew that. That's why he was so successful, rich and requested as a lawyer despite being only 30.

He had just entered in the "New Falls" like he owned the place. He oozed self confidence, charm, sex appeal and yes a bit of danger. Every male in the local wanted to be him, every female just wanted him and he was so well aware of it. That's why he usually wore a smug, proud smirk, and that particular night didn't make exception.

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Klaus had come to the place only for a quick drink or a small dinner if he had to chance to meet his friends or more likely acquaintances before going back to his luxurious, but empty penthouse.

Not that he minded, he loved to much his freedom and privacy, but nevertheless sometimes his home didn't feel like a home, more like a dormitory when he was alone or even when he had company.

That particular night he was feeling in the mood for a relaxing and amusing evening, but as always he was open to all the possibilities... as long he was in charge of everything.

Klaus was no saint. His priority was himself. In fact he was also very thirsty, greedy, selfish for: power, money, fame, sex, control, people.

That's the thought that came in his mind when he saw at the bar enjoying a scotch on the rocks together his favorite male acquaintance and his least one: Stefan Salvatore and Tyler Lockwood.

That's odd he thought, they barely knew each other since Klaus was the connection between them. Tyler Lockwood was a minor lawyer in his firm. Though even if Tyler was good at his job he had gained that remarkable position thanks to his powerful, rich and pressuring dad.

While Stefan Salvatore was the close Klaus had to a friend, a brother (he didn't count his actual brothers Elijah, Finn and Kol who were very moody and distrustful towards him, and with every reason). Stefan was a very talented and popular psychiatrist.

"Hello mates, fancy seeing you here together!" Klaus said while patting both men shoulders with his hands. At a first shallow look he could have seem relaxed and polite, but his eyes were cold, calculating and distrusting. He didn't like one bit that his supposed friend was being friendly with one of the person he despised the most.

"Hi Klaus!" Stefan said, his green eyes were always so expressive and Klaus understood in that precise moment that he wasn't enjoying that much Tyler's company. He was being friendly, polite and educated like only old good Saint Stefan could be, but that's it. Tyler and Stefan themselves were mere acquaintances, nothing more.

Klaus was actually relieved at that thought, since one thing he wasn't also good at was sharing. Stefan was his friend, Tyler should have sticked to his playground (if even he had one) and not bother to stay with the real men.

"Good evening Klaus" Tyler added with a more formal tone, the feeling of despise was mutual among the two lawyers.

All the better Klaus mused at himself, he could have been cold and distant without worries.

Of course he would have been it no matter what, he was Klaus Mikealson after all. But still he didn't appreciate Tyler's subtle hostility since Klaus was the alpha in their firm, but also in life.

He actually found Tyler's attitude rather laughable and pathetic, nothing and nobody could touch Niklaus Mikaelson. He was just too damn strong!

"So what brings you together enjoying a fine scotch in this even finer evening?" Klaus inquired still a bit curious about the reason of their rendez-vous.

"We're actually waiting for our best friend" Stefan spoke with a broody face while cringing on the word our. He really didn't seem to like at all the Lockwood boy Klaus thought, fair enough he was satisfacted about it, but...

"I'm sorry your best friend? I didn't knew that you shared such great connection together!" Klaus added with a still chipper, but obviously fake tone. To wiser ears it was easily understandable that he wasn't pleased at all about this news. Who could be on earth this man amazing enough to gain the honorable title of best friend by two people who were like opposites?

Stefan, a decent human being, and Tyler, just a little spoiled boy in Klaus' eyes, were nothing alike… so this guy should have been really special!

"Well actually we do!" Tyler cut off Klaus in an almost unrespected way. Klaus tunerd his murderous gaze to his colleague. Klaus' anger was slowly raising and Stefan must have sensed that. It was like Tyler was feeling very possessive and territorial of this person and even Stefan was actually glaring Tyler of course, but also Klaus himself. Did Stefan shared the same feeling of protectiveness and possession of Tyler? That had to be impossible!

Klaus was rather shocked by the reaction of both men, but decide to play the fake politeness card for a while. Since he had expected an uneventful evening, well the meeting of this precious best friend seemed the perfect chance to use his ability and play with words in order to destroy this person. There was a reason if Klaus was regarded as one of the best attorney in the City. It was sinful the way he could charm and manipulate people, but also threaten them, only with his words.

"Then by all means I can't wait to meet this special person!" Klaus added sending daggers with his eyes to both men "Surely it won't be a problem, will it?" he faked sweetly and politely asking.

Tyler of course couldn't refuse anything to Klaus, even if they weren't a work he still was under Klaus' control and wishes. On Stefan side, he knew well enough Klaus to know that he was unyelding and stubborn. So there was no point in the effort of keeping him away even if Stefan could perfectly predict the course of the evening. And he wasn't pleased at all on the idea!

"Sure why not?" Stefan added trough gritted teeth while humping his brows, like always when he was a bit worried and non too pleased. Tyler choosed to stay silent, not trusting himself of not biting Klaus face and erase his stupid smirk and smug expression. How he hated the guy who believed himself a divinity to worship!

"Well then mates, while we wait I'll have your finest bourbon!" he added drifting his gaze to the bartender, a black guy named Jesse. Of course even the staff at "New Fall" was very attractive and efficient, in a couple of second Klaus had already his drink in front of him. Nobody make Niklaus Mikaelson to wait and everybody knew who he was at "New Fall".

"Well it's almost 8 o'clock so we have to wait just a couple of minutes more" Tyler said while glancing at his expensive Rolex. Klaus couldn't help to notice that he was dressed to impress with his finest suit... and so was Stefan!

What was so special about this guy Klaus asked once more to himself. He was just to damn curios to know him and well especially crush him, but for respect of Stefan in a very subtle way. Klaus still hold some respect for Stefan, but he was feeling also a bit disappointed by his behavior.

As soon as the mysterious guy would make appearance, Klaus was going to ask how he knew Stefan and Tyler, what is his job was, where does he live... Klaus had to knew everything if he wanted to be sure to destroy him!

While plotting the earlier stages of his plan and drinking his bourbon Klaus shifted his gaze to Tyler and Stefan who were restless on their seats.

Gould could they be more ridiculous and obvious?

And then, their faces lighted up with a great smile and excited eyes. God how pathetic they both were Klaus innerly thought, he didn't expect such a childish behavior from Stefan, Tyler yes, but the Salvatore man was worth of more!

"There she is" both men whispered with an idiotic face.

Klaus registered that two second later.. what she? Their best friend was a girl?

He turned his head to see her and almost chocked up on his drink. Well he had never believed in love at first sight. But how could he have explained the feeling of total hotness and arousal on his whole body, the sudden frantic rhythm of his heart? It was like time was in slow motion and every noise ceased to exist. Klaus suddenly felt numb and alone, completely secluded from the rest of the "New Fall".

From the main entrance of "New Fall" there was the most beautiful girl in, well, ever!

She was tall, with a curvy and slim body. If her body was a sinful one, her face was the one of an angel. The girl in question had long golden locks, bright blue eyes and showed a killer smile as soon as she spotted Tyler, Stefan and an unknown, but really hot man with them.

She was walking in their direction like she owned the place in a very Klaus' style. With her long legs, perfect pale skin and gorgeous breast the strapless black tight dress that reached her mid thigh and black heels made her a deadly combination for any men in the room.

In fact everyone of them was staring at her in awe, she looked so sensual but very classy and chic at the same time. She wasn't a silly hot girl who sell herself to the greedy's men eyes.

She was a true woman.

In the mean time Tyler and Stefan had rosen up from their seats and they both were trowing at her, Tyler first and then Stefan, in a giant and deep hug.

Klaus was still trying to even up his breath in order to not look like a total full, pathetic teenager with the strongest (and probably first) crush ever felt.

While recovering in a silent manner he couldn't avoid to analyze Tyler and Stefan expression towards the mysterious girl aka best friend. Sure their gaze was friendly, but it also showed something more, something to possessive, caring, passionate and strong for a friendship.

Klaus was very good at analyzing expression (it was part of his job) and he was quite sure on a quick look, that both men were in love with the blond girl in question.

"Caroline" Stefan whispered at the blonde in awe while holding her hand "I've missed you too much!".

"Care it's true, it has been too long" Tyler quickly added while stroking her bare arm.

"I know guys, I swear I'll make it up for you my dear" she said with an hypnotizing voice and a playful wink.

Klaus was almost already under her spell, but he was very strong. Her smile was breathtaking and Klaus felt a bit jealous considering that the target of it wasn't himself, but Stefan and Tyler.

Klaus cleared his throat in the effort of being noticed again, something that had never happened to him in his whole life.

At the sound the trio turned to him.

Caroline was gently smiling, while Stefan and Tyler expression was hard and anger only for a second. Then they recovered some sort of quietness and politeness.

"Caroline" Stefan spoke, "This is Niklaus Mikaelson, a friend of mine and he's also one of the penal's attorney in Tyler's firm" after a quick pause he added "Klaus this is Caroline Forbes, my... ehm our best friend!".

"It's a pleasure to meet you Niklaus" Caroline said with a sweet, wicked, but forced smile. She was a good actress, but Klaus was the best at reading others' signals whether they want it or not.

She was actually very impressed by this gorgeous man. Yet to Caroline everything in him was saying danger, caution, stay away from him, he would only lead you to troubles!

While shacking their hand (she had a strong and energetic grip, good sign) there was an electric feel, a sparkle between them. It was impossible for to both of them to not notice it.

Before she could retract her soft hand, Klaus in a very gentleman way kissed her knuckles.

"The pleasure" he said with his rich velvety voice who could the most wicked things to a woman " is all mine Caroline. And please love, call me Klaus" he added while fixing his eyes in hers. Caroline was starting to feel uncomfortable (but in a very pleasurable way) under his powerful and charming gaze, but she tried to hide it quite well.

"This can prove to be an even more interesting evening that I could have ever predict" Klaus reasoned in his mind... and it was only getting started. He was dying at the idea of knowing her, steal her, have her.

And one thing that was common knowledge of Niklaus Mikaelson: he always gained what he wanted. No exception.