During her ride to the Grill, Alex had a lot of time to think. It was strange being back in Mystic Falls. While she traveled she realized just how much she hated small towns. Nothing fun ever happened and she got bored; that's one of the reasons she left.
She parked her car and grabbed her purse out of the passenger seat. She got out and locked her care before she made her way inside. Many people turned to look at her as she came inside. Most of them started whispering to each other trying to figure out why she was back. Alex ignored them and walked farther into the restaurant. She stopped when she heard a squeal and was attacked by a familiar blonde. She laughed as Caroline wrapped her in a bone-crushing hug.
"Caroline I have to breathe."
"Oh, sorry," she said as she let go. Caroline stepped back for a second then squealed and hugged her again.
"I missed you too Care," Alex laughed.
"Come sit, You have to tell me everything."
They made their way to the table and Alex told her all about her time away. She told her about medical school and traveling Europe and Asia.
'Next time you go away you have to take me with you."
"We'll definitely make that happen."
They both laughed. Caroline's phone rang and she groaned.
"It's my mom. I'll talk to you later." Caroline stood up and went outside where it was quieter.
Alex sighed and stood up. There was obviously something different about Caroline. She made her way over to the bar and ordered a drink. She sat on one of the stools and looked around the Grill. She saw Elena and Stefan sitting at a table in the back. Elena waved and she smiled. She picked up the drink that was sitting in front of her and took a sip. She made a face and put it back down.
"Gross." She muttered.
"New to town?"
She looked over and saw a man with dark hair and blue eyes.
"No, what about you."
"You could say that. If you aren't new why haven't I seen you before?" He smirked.
"I've been traveling."
"Anywhere interesting?" He turned completely towards her.
"Mainly Europe, a bit of Asia. I usually stuck to England."
"I'm guessing that explains the accent."
"Yes. I spent most summers there when I was a child and I've lived there for the past three years."
"So why'd you come back here?" He asked. "I'm sure it's not as exciting here."
"Personal reasons."
He was about to reply when Elena came up to them.
"Hey Elena," Alex said.
"Can you take me home?"
"Sure," she said. "I'll meet you outside."
Elena walked away from them as Alex stood up. She left some cash on the counter and began walking away.
"I'm Damon by the way."
"Nice to meet you, Damon."
She heard him call out again, but she continued walking out of the Grill. After she had left Stefan walked over to Damon.
"Don't even think about it, Damon."
"I have no clue what you mean."
"That's Elena's sister," he said. "She's off limits."
"Whatever you say, brother."