Caroline woke up at 5:30 in Klaus' arms, she slowly untangled herself and got dressed. And like a spy into the night disappeared from his apartment. She hopped into a cab which headed over to her small one bedroom apartment, she climbed up the 4 flights of stairs when she realised she gave Rebekah her keys.
She walked over to her neighbour's apartment and knocked on the door, she gave them a key for emergencies explaining that she was very ditsy and often forgot them. Mrs Harrow opened the door, still wearing a night gown and looked sleepily at Caroline who had an apologetic look on her face.
"Caroline sweetie, what can I do for you so early in the morning?" she asked sweetly. Caroline had gotten along well with her and saw her as a mother figure, seeing as her actual mother wasn't the best mum.
"Sorry to disturb you so early Gloria" she smiled softly, "I forgot my keys, do you have my spares?" Gloria nodded and disappeared for a few moments before returning with them.
"Thank you Gloria, I'll put them in your mailbox later once I'm done" Caroline kissed her on the cheek and gave her a little hug before trudging back to her apartment. She unlocked the door and walked in, stopping when she saw a very nicely toned backside.
"Good morning indeed" she drawled, looking Damon up and down. He was getting dressed and spun around when he heard another voice.
"Oh" he blushed slightly "hi there." He waved before pulling on the rest of his clothes.
"Hi" she replied walking to her small kitchen "coffee?"
"Um… Sure" he answered walking into the kitchen.
"Is Rebekah still asleep?"
"Yeah, she is" he chuckled, Caroline poured some coffee into a cup for him an leant back against the counter.
"So, Damien" Caroline started but he cut her off.
"Damon" he corrected, Caroline just smirked.
"Right" she nodded "I'm gonna be completely honest, I don't talk to men in the morning after they've just had sex. It's an emotional gateway and honestly I don't have time for that so we can do the awkward silence thing or I can leave you to let yourself out whilst I shower." Caroline said bluntly, Damon chuckled lightly.
"I'll just finish my coffee then head off" Damon lifted the cup to his mouth and took a gulp of the freshly ground coffee. Caroline nodded then walked off towards her bathroom where she washed off the smell of sex from last night with Klaus.
Damon finished his coffee and rinsed out his cup, after drying his hands he looked around for a pen and piece of paper, once he did he wrote down a note for Rebekah and left the apartment.
Rebekah woke up to the sound of running water, she stretched and smiled remembering last night with Damon. She lay there for a minute contemplating whether or not on joining him, she giggled to herself at the thought of how daring she was being, when she was with Vaughn, Alexander and Matt, she had never thought of joining them in the shower. But being with Damon just made her feel so care-free and happy, throwing caution to the wind she crept out of bed and towards the bathroom.
It was all fogged up inside and she held in her giggle as she made her way over to the curtain, she grabbed one side and pulled it back. She let out a shriek when she was greeted with Caroline's naked body instead of Damon's.
"Hey Bekah" Caroline said carelessly, continuing scrubbing herself down. Rebekah spun around and looked away from Caroline with a hand plastered across her eyes.
"Caroline!" she squeaked "I didn't know you were back, I thought you were Damon."
"I figured as much" Caroline said as she rubbed shampoo into her hair, "you going to join me Bekah or can I close the curtain?"
"Oh! Of course not! Jesus Care!" Rebekah said blushing, her cheeks further reddening when she heard Caroline's laughter.
"God Bekah! Don't be such a prude, you practically saw me naked yesterday" Caroline said washing out the product.
"Where is Damon?" Rebekah asked curiously, wandering where he was.
"He left a few minutes ago" Caroline muttered and sighed when she heard Rebekah's cries starting.
"What" she said breathlessly, tears falling down her face, "why?" Caroline turned the water off and grabbed a towel off the rack, wrapping it around her body and stepping out.
"Because it was a one night stand Rebekah, that's how these things work. They disappear before the daylight. You knew that when you came out with me last night." Caroline pointed out, walking into her room, an upset Rebekah following close behind. Caroline pulled on a light blue chiffon high low dress and black strappy sandal heels. Rebekah followed her about the apartment like a lost puppy almost crashing into Caroline when she came to a halt in front of the breakfast bar.
"I just don't understand" Rebekah said softly.
"Neither do I" Caroline said back, lifting a piece of paper and handing it to Rebekah, "you must be a secret animal in bed." Rebekah gave her a confused look before taking the note, a smile forming on her face as she read it.
Rebekah,
I had a lovely time last night. Give me call.
Then underneath there were 10 numbers that caused Rebekah to squeal with glee. She quickly dashed into Caroline's bedroom, riffling through the mess of bed sheets looking for her cell phone. Once she found it she let out a little cheer of victory then input his number and sent him a text.
Hey, this is Rebekah, from last night. Well not that you would know any other Rebekah's, but I mean you might because I don't know who you do or don't know. But anyways, I was wondering if maybe we could meet up for brunch today?
Rebekah went through Caroline's closet looking for an appropriate outfit but cursing when all she found was dresses and skirts. She pulled on a deep purple maxi dress and walked into the living room where Caroline was sitting on a sofa with her eyes glued to the files in front of her and a phone glued to the side of her face.
"No, Thomas listen, she has no case. I know she was your childhood friend but there is nothing I can do. She accepted the money in exchange for sex which makes it solicitation, she will be slapped with a heavy fine and possibly go to court. If she does I will take her case as long as she can pay for it, she won't get a long sentence as long as this is her first felony. Okay. I've got to go now, I'll talk to you later." Caroline hung up the call and looked up to see a beaming Rebekah sitting next to her.
"You're in a good mood" she said wearily.
"I texted Damon!" she said enthusiastically.
"You what!" Caroline shouted, grabbing her phone from her and reading the text "oh Beks why would you ask him to brunch!"
"I want to see him again" she said quietly.
"But it's brunch, that's a couply thing. No one night stands ever have brunch together it's like a rule" just then Rebekah's phone dinged and Caroline read the text her eyebrow arching, "apparently you do."
Rebekah giddily took the phone back and read it.
Sounds great, there is bistro near where I work, I'll text you an address, let's aim for 11ish?
Rebekah readily replied.
Okay, see you then.
Caroline spent the time working on some cases from her law firm whilst Rebekah incessantly nattered in her ear about Damon. It was just around quarter past 10 when Rebekah was about to head off, she heard the chime of her phone and frowned a little.
D : Hey, is it okay if my friend comes with us to lunch? He just got into town and I haven't seen him in forever.
R : We can reschedule if you want?
D : No, no, I want to see you again If you want you can bring one of your friends with you?
R : Okay see you both soon.
Rebekah looked at Caroline who was looking at her sceptically.
"I just saw about 10 different emotions on your face ranging from happy, to sad, to depressed and god knows what else. What's up?"
"Care, I love you" Rebekah started, biting her lip nervously.
"What do you want?"
"Double date for brunch?" Caroline's eyes widened and shook her head.
"Nope."
"Please!"
"Nope!"
"Please!"
"Nope!"
"Please Care, I really like him." Caroline let out a long breath then looked at Rebekah defeated.
"Fine, but you're paying" she collected her phone and wallet and walked to the door, "come on then."
Katherine woke up to the sound of giggles outside their bedroom door, she reached over to Elijah's side and frowned when she couldn't feel him, then smirked when she head him and her son whispering conspiratorially.
"You shout boo on the count of three and I will pull away the covers" Elijah whispered. Katherine quickly rearranged the blanket and pillows on the bed to make it appear as if she was there and hid inside the walk in wardrobe. She watched as Elijah and their son stalked into her room then jumped onto the bed and frowned when all they saw were blankets and pillows.
"Boo!" she shouted as her son approached the closet, he squealed in surprise then ran to the bed to hide. Elijah looked like a deer caught in the head light and then slowly came out of the shock and smiled over at her.
"Good morning my love. We were just coming to greet you good morning" Elijah said sheepishly.
"Mmhmm. I'm sure you were" she grumbled before walking over to the bed and pulling away the blanket to see her son lying there with his puppy dog eyes.
"Sorry mummy" he said apologetically. Katherine just picked him up, resting him on her hip.
"It's okay bear, mummy could never be mad at you" Katherine cooed before walking out and into the kitchen to make them all breakfast, Elijah padding behind her.
"So how is Rebekah? Do I need to go do something about Vaughn?" Elijah asked as he sat at the breakfast bar with his son.
"No but you might need to do something about Caroline. She took Rebekah out clubbing last night to…" Katherine caught herself before she could say 'fuck someone like a bunny'.
"Meet a new friend" she finished carefully and turned to see Elijah stoically still.
"She what?" Elijah growled.
"Elijah, I know you aren't happy but listen to me. I took Caroline aside and told her not to let Rebekah get hurt. I know Caroline isn't exactly the most compassionate person but when it comes to her friends she is always there for them." Katherine said, defending her friend.
"I'm going to call her" Elijah grumbled, he dialled her number and she picked up.
"Elijah? Is everything okay? Oh my god Nate! Is he alright?" Rebekah's voice travelled through the phone.
"Yes, everything is alright. Nate is fine, he is eating his breakfast as we speak. I just wanted to check in."
"Kat told you about me going out last night didn't she?"
"I am just worried Rebekah, I don't want you do get hurt and Caroline is not the most stable person."
"It was good 'Lijah" Rebekah said softly "I met a guy and he was so nice and caring. I'm meeting him again. I know you think I am going to get hurt but maybe I need to figure that out myself. Caroline's helping me. I know you don't like her but please. Trust me."
"Fine, I trust you sister" Elijah sighed resignedly. After exchanging a few more words he hung up.
"Hey, why don't we all go to the park today?" Katherine asked coming around behind Elijah and massaging his shoulders. He relaxed and let out a sigh.
"Don't you have work?"
"I'll skip, it's been ages since we had a family day. And plus you have been working non-stop to find your long lost brother." Katherine said.
"I love you, you know" Elijah said, capturing her hand and giving her a kiss on her wrist.
"I know" she said gleefully before going off to change for their day out.
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