Okay this is the very first chapter of my story. The story also has action with romance and suspense.

Also...I DO NOT OWN ANY OF THE VD STUFF EXCEPT FOR THE OCs.

In this story, Taylor is already a Hybrid and has broken his sire bond. Elena hasn't turned vampire yet. Caroline is already a Vampire. Stefan and Elena still have it going. Alaric is still alive.

Practically, it's somewhere from between season one and season two or something. Except, there's no Katherine...yet...

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The sun was shining, the birds were chirping and it was the best day I had had in weeks. The small town of Mystic Falls looked quiet and peaceful. My journey to Mystic Falls had been bleak and wet, with all the rain. I stretched my sore muscles in appreciation under the warm gaze of the sun. I revelled in the warmth and took a good look at my surroundings. It certainly looked warm and welcoming. Coming here for my summer vacation was the best idea ever, I thought. I picked my luggage and went in search for the Lockwood Mansion. It was about time I saw Aunt Carole. I hadn't seen her since I was twelve. I wonder how much Taylor had grown over the years, I thought with a grin.

It wasn't hard finding the mansion. I stood there admiring the sight. It stood proud and beautiful. Uncle Jack had put in a lot of effort into it. I still could not believe that he was no more. I still couldn't understand how he could have had a heart-attack. He was such a formidable man. I had thought that death would be years away from him. I gave a sad sigh. I guess I was wrong. Poor Aunt Carole and Taylor...

I walked up to the front door and rang the doorbell. A maid opened it. Behind her, Aunt Carole was coming down the stairs.

She saw me and halted in her steps.

"En! What a pleasant surprise!"

She rushed over to me and hugged me affectionately.

I drew back and took a good look at her. She looked tired and had lines around her eyes, but other than that she didn't look her age at all. She wore a grey business jacket and a matching skirt, as expected of the Town Mayor.

"It has been so long Aunt Carole," I said brightly.

"I am so sorry about Uncle Jack," I said sadly. "How are you and Taylor holding up?"

"We're okay, and now that you're here we're going to be better," she answered with a sad smile. "Taylor's going to be ecstatic when he finds out you're in Mystic Falls. It's your first time here, isn't it?"

"Yes, I hav -..."

"Hey mom, the maid said we have a guest. Who is...it...En!" Taylor exclaimed.

"Greetings Taylor." I greeted him with a huge twenty-four carat smile.

Wow! Taylor sure had changed. He turned out to be quite a handsome fellow, not to mention he had real good biceps. Not only that, but there was something different about him, something that I couldn't seem to put a finger on.

He gripped me in a bear hug and spun me around the room. I snapped out of my thoughts and giggled. Aunt Carole laughed at the scene unfolding before her. Taylor put me down.

"Whoa, slow down big guy. I missed you too Taylor," I said. "You've really grown huh..."

"I'm no more that fat little boy, if that's what you mean."

"You will always be my fat and adorable Taylor," I replied, sticking my tongue out playfully at him.

"Well whatever. Forget about me, look at you. You look hot." He winked. "So, what brings you here to Mystic Falls all of a sudden?" he asked.

I punched him playfully and answered, "You always whine why I never come visit you. So, I thought I would come spend my summer here. I have always wanted to come see your hometown."

"Yes, it's a good thing you decided to come. It would do Taylor some good having a friend who's normal for a change," Aunt Carole said defiantly.

Taylor frowned at his mom. Aunt Carole and Taylor exchanged a look. The air between them felt heavy with tension.

"Don't worry Aunt Carole," I said hugging her and trying to subdue the tension.

"Yeah...," Aunt Carole sighed. "Come let me show you your room".

"I'll meet you after school," said Taylor.

"Oh, yes. Your summer holiday starts next week, doesn't it?" I teased him.

"Don't remind me," groaned Taylor.

I laughed, as Taylor went to get ready for school. Poor guy, one week more of torture before his summer holidays starts, I thought. I started following Aunt Carole up the stairs. I thought back to what had aspired between Aunt Carol and Taylor. There was something definitely going on. I should talk to Taylor about it later.

"This is your room, En."

I looked around and realized that we had entered a lovely room. The room was big. The walls were an off-white colour. Soft creamy coloured carpet was laid on the floor. In the middle there was a huge King sized bed with white silky sheets. There was a big window with a window-seat, overseeing the beautiful Lockwood garden. There was a dressing table too. The room was absolutely breathe-taking.

"It is beautiful, Aunt Carole," I breathed in awe.

"I thought you'd like it." She wore a satisfied smile. "I'm sorry, En, but I've to go. I was just going out for a council's meeting," Aunt Carole said apologetically.

"It's okay Aunt Carole. You should go ahead. We will meet in the evening," I said reassuringly. "I will just unpack and then go exploring a bit."

"I still feel bad leaving you here alone. It's your first time here in Mystic Falls and Taylor will be in school..."

"No, it's okay. Don't worry, I won't get lost, I promise."

Aunt Carole laughed and said, "We'll talk properly in the evening. Also, after summer holidays start at the end of this week, Taylor can show you around Mystic Falls properly."

"Yes, now do get going. I do not want you to be late because of me."

Aunt Carole kissed me on the cheeks, apologised once more and then I walked her to the front door. At that time, Taylor also got ready to go to school. He gave me another one of his bear hugs, leaving me giggling, and went out the door along with Aunt Carole. Aunt Carole got into her grey car while Taylor got into a black station wagon. I waved them both good-byes as they drove away.

I went back to my room and started unpacking. I was given a master bedroom and to my delight the bathroom had a bathtub. The room also had a walk-in closet. It didn't take me much time to unpack. I went down into the kitchen and poured myself a glass of milk. I sat at the counter and thought about Taylor. He didn't only seem different physically but also...there was something oddly different about him. What I had felt was...I just couldn't put it into words.

"No!" I said, shaking my head. It must be nothing, I thought confidently. I finished my milk and headed outside to explore the town of Mystic Falls with new-found determination.

Sorry if you found it boring, but I promise that it will lead to something. So please have patience.

Keep on reviewing. Ideas, criticism etc will be appreciated. It's a first time for me.

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