After reaching the airport, I exchange my ticket for a sooner flight. Luckily, Alice didn't seem to know or care about my decision to leave soon. So without further incident, we board our plane and settle in for the flight. As I fall asleep, I find myself standing in a field that I played in a lot as a girl. As I feel the warmth on my face, I close my eyes and sigh at the feeling.
Suddenly my little bit of piece is disturbed by the sounds of dozens of feet. Frowning, I open my eyes and see dark figures exiting the woods on one side of the clearing and the sound of shuffling feet behind me. Turning around, I see dozens of cold ones, the Cullens among them as well as my sister. As I turn back, I see myself confronted with a dark pair of ruby eyes and then nothing.
Feeling myself being shaken awake by Tyler I level a glare at him, "We are about to land." I nod and sit up buckling my seatbelt. As soon as we step off the plan and grab our bags, I see my aunt Carol rushing over towards us.
"Aunt Carol!" I say excitedly. She pulls me into a hug, "Oh Jessa! I'm so happy you are here." She then pulls Tyler into a hug as well, "Come on. The car is waiting." I nod and we take our bags out to the pickup area.
Putting them in the trunk, I dash around the car and get to the front seat first. I stick my tongue out at Tyler and he shakes his head. "Mature." I shrug my shoulders and slide into the car. As aunt Carol begins the drive back to Mystic Falls, she starts going on about the new arrivals in town and how the masquerade is already promising to be the best she's ever thrown.
"I'm excited for it aunt Carol. You know how much I love your parties." She beams at me from her spot behind the wheel, "I know dear. One of the main reasons I always liked you far more than your sister."
"And more than me." Tyler said from the backseat. "Oh hush you." She says chuckling, "That's not true and you know it." I put a fake frown on my face, "I think it kind of is." She laughs and shakes her head at our ridiculousness.
An hour later, we are pulling up to the front of the mansion. It was so great to be back here after three years. "Tyler get the bags. I have to get your cousin in for her fittings in an hour." I smile at him and wave. He tosses his hands up in exasperation at his mother and me. "Sure. Sure. Wouldn't want to make you late for your fitting." He says in a prissy female voice.
I follow aunt Carol into the house and up to my new room. "I had it updated a bit. Something told me you weren't still into fairies and unicorns." I laugh and shake my head, "You would be right. I'm gonna shower and change. Be out in thirty." I tell her walking into the room.
It had a large four post bed with a red duvet and various black, white and red pillows of different sizes. The plush crème carpet felt amazing under my feet. Leaving the bedroom door open, I walk into the bathroom and close the door behind me. There was a large vanity with dual sinks. As I opened the first cabinet, I saw an array of makeup and bath products
Grabbing the lavender scented bath set, I head to the glass shower and turn it on. Stripping quickly, I step in and wash my hair and body. Once I was done, I stepped out and dried myself off and wrapped a towel around my hair. Walking up to the mirror, I brushed my teeth and let my hair down. Running a brush through it, I wrap towel around my body and walk into my room.
My bags were already sitting on my bed. Zipping them both open, I pull out a pair of white shorts and a pink blouse top. Grabbing a pair of black wedges, I set them aside. Putting on my bra I couldn't help but frown. Looks like my b-cup finally went up to a c-cup overnight. Shrugging my shoulders, I pull the bra on and then proceed to get dressed.
Applying some mascara and lip-gloss, I take a look at the finished product. My hair was drying in gentle waves. My 5'3 frame was boosted to about 5'6 with my wedges. Nodding in satisfaction, I make my way down the stairs to see my aunt waiting for me. "Perfect timing. Let's go."
After the twenty-minute drive, we pull up to a tailor's shop. "You already picked the dress out?" I ask curiously, "Yes. Don't worry dear. You are going to love it. It will look amazing with your complexion." I nod my head and hold the door open for my aunt.
As we make our way in, she removes her sunglasses and sets them on her head. "Hi. We have an appointment? Under Carol Lockwood." The short old lady behind the counter nods her head, "Absolutely. This way Ms. Lockwood." As we are lead to a back room, I see my dress already hanging up and she was right. I loved it!
It was a dark blue off the shoulder dress that was form fitted till it reached mid-thigh and then flared out. The front had a sweetheart neck line with no other decoration. The back split into a lace train at the knee with a slight train that was made of the same sheer fabric. "Oh Aunt Carol it's perfect!" I squeal out.
As the tailor hands it to me, I make my way into the dressing room and pull it on. I step out and turn so they can zip me up but it stops because of my bust being too large. "I can take it out a bit around the chest. Not to worry dear." I nod and turn to look at it in the mirror. It was understated and sexy. "You always were the better looking of you and your sister." Aunt Carol whispered to me. I didn't think so but I had a feeling my aunt was just biased.
I smile, "I guess." She rolls her eyes, "While her hair is flat brown, yours has natural red highlights. Her eyes are dark brown and yours are a honey brown. She's overly pale and you have a nice olive sheen. Trust me darling, you are the prettier one." I smile and let her words sink in.
My sister would whine and complain about all of the attention she got while secretly I think she enjoyed it. Sure my sister could play the perfect damsel in distress but underneath it all, she was made of pretty tough stuff. Except when it came to Edward. He was her biggest flaw.
As I make my way back into the changing room, I carefully slip the dress off and get my clothes back on. Handing the dress back to the tailor, "It will be done by Friday for pickup Saturday morning." I frown, "That's only in a few days." I turn to aunt Carol, "I may have planned it for this weekend sweetie." I let out a squeal of panic, "So soon?" I take a deep breath and slowly let it out. "Don't worry. I will have everything perfect for you. You just spend the next few days relaxing."
Once she pulls up to the front of the house, I see Caroline stepping out of the house. Getting out, I begin making my way up the front stairs. As soon as her eyes hit me she smiles, "Oh my god! Jessa is that you?" I nod, "Hey Caroline." She pulls me into a hug. I always got along with Caroline. Only problem is, when Elena decided she didn't like me, Caroline would always pick Elena since Bonnie would go with her too.
"When did you get in?" I smile, "This morning. Are you looking for Tyler?" She nods, "Yeah. Trying to get him and Matt to make up. Seeing them fight is really bringing the mood down."
"Is he not here?" She shakes her head, "No he is but he just ignored me. I swear they are both so pigheaded! But anyways. If you aren't doing anything, did you want to hang out?" I shrug my shoulder, "Sure. Sounds great. Just let me go grab my purse."
I walk inside and up the stairs. Passing Tyler's room, I can see him on his bed with his headphones on. I walk over and pull one side from his ear and let it go so it pops him in the head. "Hey! What is that for?" I put my hands on my hips, "Not fixing things with Matt. Fix it." I say walking out of the room. Heading into my room, I grab my white clutch and drop my lip gloss into the bag. Making my way back downstairs, I head out the door.
Caroline and I begin walking to her car and she is going on and on about how excited she is about the masquerade that weekend. "You are so lucky! You get a whole party dedicated to you." I shrug, "Aunt Carol likes to go big. Who are you bringing? Matt?" She nods, "Yeah. Another reason I want him and Tyler to fix stuff. That would make for a more than awkward situation." I really couldn't argue that point.
As we pull up to the grill, I see a really cute guy walking up with dark black hair and blue eyes. I let out a low whistle, "Who is that?" I say and Caroline groans, "That is Damon Salvatore. Founding family and town drunk." I snort and get out of the car. We walk into the grill and I couldn't help but chuckle at how nothing had changed. Same crappy booths and old tables.
As we work our way to a booth, I see the back of a man who I couldn't seem to stop glancing over at. Caroline had to shake my arm to get my attention. "Sorry Caroline. You were saying?" She sighs and smiles, "Damon is bad news. He is a real jerk…"
Her sentence was cut off by a voice that about near caused my heart to burst out of my chest. "Hello love." I look up to see him looking at Caroline. I realized it was the guy from my dreams. The pet name to Caroline didn't really surprise me. Given that Caroline had a beauty I could never match. "Klaus." She says unfazed by him.
"Will I be seeing you at the Lockwood's home this weekend?" She sighs, "Yeah. After all, in your rudeness, you have completely ignored the girl who is the sole reason there is even going to be a party." She says nodding to me.
I don't even bother to look at him as I pull a menu up to cover my face so he can't see my flushed cheeks. "How terribly rude of me. Klaus Mikaelson." I don't' bother lowering the menu, "That's nice." I said while trying to not let my breathing get out of control.
"I guess I deserve that. Perhaps you could give me your name?" I sigh and set my menu down in frustration. I gaze up at him and I could see his eyes widen slightly. "Jessalyn Swan. Carol is my aunt." He nods, "Are you related to her late husband?" I nod, "He and my dad were brothers. Why?" He shakes his head, "No reason. Well, welcome to Mystic Falls."
With that he walked away taking his spot up back at the bar and I couldn't help but glare at his back. "I'm sorry he was so rude to you Jessa." I shrug my shoulders, "I've spent the past year living in the shadow of my sister, being overlooked by everyone in favor of her. This was nothing new but it sure is getting old." I say going back to my menu. "What can I get you two?" I look up to see Matt, "Well Matt, I will have a double bacon cheese burger with curly fries and a coke." He looks over and smiles when recognizes me.
"Jessa?" I nod, "Hey! When did you get into town?" I smile, "This morning."
"Are you staying?"
"Yep. With Charlie dead, Carol got guardianship over me. So I'm here permanently." He nods, "Sorry about Charlie. He was a great man. I mean, the guy spent an entire summer teaching me how to throw a football." I shrug trying not to let the memories overwhelm me. "Thanks."
I look over at Caroline who looks a bit put out, "I'll have the same as her. Thanks." She says rudely handing him her menu. He writes it down and walks away.
"Sorry." I said, "You aren't the one who should be apologizing. It should be him."
As I go to take a drink, my phone rings. I pull it out of my bag and frown at it. "Yes, Bella?" She lets out huff of clear frustration.
"You leave without telling anyone? We were worried sick! When you weren't home we thought Victoria had you." I let out a dry laugh, "I'm not the one she is interested in sister. I had to get out of that town. There's nothing left there for me anymore."
There was a tense silence, "What about me?" I roll my eyes, "When you can manage to pull your head out of Edward's ass and actually think for yourself instead of being some sad broken doll, then you'll be my sister. Until then, don't call." With that I hang up and let out my own huff of frustration.
"Wow. You guys used to be so close. Bella finally turn into uber bitch?" I chuckle at Caroline's words.
"No. She got herself a boyfriend who in her eyes can do no wrong. He dumped he and she got all woe is me over it and then he comes crawling back and she takes him back. I mean, who does that? Any woman with any self-respect isn't going to let a man treat her lesser than the dog shit on his shoes. Like he is some fucking god to be worshipped."
After my little rant Caroline is trying not to laugh and nodding her head in agreement, "I couldn't agree more." I let out a sigh, "After seeing her go through that, I have sworn off men." She gasps, "Why? You are beautiful. You deserve a guy to make you happy." I snort, "Who says they deserve me?" She lets out a giggle, "Now that I can agree with. Men should be lucky we give the time of day."
We toss our money on the table to cover our meal, I take one last glance at Klaus. He is staring at me intently and I couldn't help the heat that spread to my cheeks. I was completely confused why he was staring at me. Just an hour ago he was fawning over Caroline and now he is looking at me like I'm something to eat.
Standing up, we head back out to her car. As we are coming out Elena and Bonnie are coming in. Elena stops and stares at me with wide eyes, "Jessa? Wow. Look at you." I smile sweetly to Elena, "Hi Elena. Bonnie." I say and Bonnie won't even look at me.
"Jessa, about how we treated you before, I'm really sorry for that." I shrug my shoulders, "It's fine Elena. Caroline and I were just heading out. You guys enjoy your meal." With that I grab Caroline and head to her car. "Wow. I totally didn't see that coming." She says in shock.
"Makes two of us. I still don't like her just as I'm sure she doesn't like me."
As we head back to my house with a promise to meet tomorrow for lunch, I walk inside. "Aunt Carol?" I call out. "In here dear!" She calls from the living room. Walking in, I see the other man from my dream and his eyes widened slightly when he saw me but it was almost so subtle I didn't notice.
"Jessa sweetie, this is Elijah Smith. Elijah, this is my niece Jessalyn." He reaches out a hand. I take it and he brings it to his lips, "Tomorrows honored guest if I am not mistaken?" I blush slightly from his gaze as he places a kiss on my hand. As he releases it, I could already feel a loss of warmth.
"You would be correct. Jessa just moved in with us from Forks, Washington. Her father recently passed away. Seeing as her mother has never been a part of her life, she came to stay with us." I frown at my aunt and the mention of Renee.
"I am sorry for your loss." I look to Elijah, "Thank you Mr. Smith." He smiles, "Please. Call me Elijah." I nod my head. Suddenly the phone began ringing. "Excuse me." Carol says as she walks off with the phone. As she heads up to her office, I smile awkwardly at Elijah. "Please, have a seat." I say gesturing behind him.
He sits down and I take the spot across from him. "So. Jessalyn, tell me about yourself." I tilt my head to the side slightly, "I'm seventeen. I'll be eighteen in a couple of months. I just graduated top of my class last year. Much to my sister's chagrin." I couldn't even bother myself in keeping the smug look off my face.
"I take it you do not get along with your sister?" I shrug a single shoulder. "We haven't for a while now. Do you have any siblings Elijah?" He smiles softly, "I do. Three brothers and a sister. My sister and youngest brother are around your age."
"It's hard being the younger sibling. No matter how hard you try you are always going to be in the shadow of your older sibling. Unfortunately, instead of having an entire life to prepare for that, I was thrown in head first for the last year. My sister lived with our mom and only moved to Forks recently. She basically turned our entire lives upside down and not in a good way. So, no my sister and I do not get along."
He nods in understanding, "Do you have a date for your party this weekend?" I shake my head, "No. Not really any time for that." He smiles, "Well I would be more than happy to escort you if you would permit." I blush, "That would be lovely." I say and he stands. "Very well. I will see you on Saturday Jessalyn." I stand and walk him to the door. With one last smile, he leaves and I close the door behind him.
"So Elijah huh?" I hear from the stairs. I shrug my shoulders, "He asked and I said yes. It's just for Saturday Tyler." He shakes his head, "I don't trust him." I chuckle, "Don't tell me you are going to get all protective over me now?" He sighs, "If he hurts you, I cannot be held accountable for my actions."
I snort, "You make it sound like he asked me to be his girlfriend. It's just for the masquerade and besides, isn't he a bit old for me?" I say making my way past him on the stairs. Walking into my room, I begin unpacking and, much to my frustration, my phone rings again. Grabbing it from my purse, I answer it.
"Hello?" I ask not recognizing the number. "Hi Jessalyn. You don't know me but I have a message for you." I frown, "What would that be?" I hear a light chuckle, "Stick close to your cousin this Saturday. Wouldn't want him to trigger his curse now would we?" The female voice says before hanging up.
With a frown I make my way out of my room and into the living room where Tyler is watching some football game. "Hey, what's wrong?" Tyler asks standing up as I start pacing. "I just got this super cryptic call. She said I need to stick close to you this Saturday if I don't want you to trigger your curse." I say with a frown.
His eyes go wide as he collapses back to his seat, "Did they say anything else?" I shake my head, "Who did they sound like?" I frown and try to recall the voice. "They sounded…but that's not possible." He stands up and comes to stand in front of me, "Who Jessa?"
I give him an unsure look, "It sounded like Elena Gilbert." His eyes go wide and he shakes his head. "It was Elena. It was Katherine." I frown, "Who and why would she sound like Elena?" He lets out a sigh and runs his hands through his hair.
"She dated uncle Mason for a while. Chicks crazy. She's also a vampire who happens to be a dead ringer for Elena." I frown. Great, as if one Elena wasn't bad enough, now we had two to deal with.
"Why would she try to trigger your curse? Aren't werewolves like their mortal enemy? How do we even know you have the curse?" He sighs, "Dad never triggered it but given uncle Mason did, it's almost guarantee I have it."
"Yeah but we have no way if my dad did. He and your dad are only half-brothers after all."
"Did uncle Charlie ever leave every month and not come back to the next morning?"
"Yeah. He would go fishing with Billy and Harry from the reservation." He gives me a hard look, "You aren't actually saying my dad was a werewolf and I never found out?'
He just keeps giving me same look, "Would that mean I have the curse too?" He lets out a sigh, "Maybe? Most likely."
I sit down on the couch next to him and just let that idea roll around in my head. "Did uncle Mason ever say what it was like?" He nods his head, "He said it was the most painful thing he ever went through. Every bone in your body breaks over and over again as you slowly turn into a wolf. You lose who you are while you are transitioned. You are sore for days afterwards and there's nothing that helps."
I frown at his words. Dad would come home some mornings walking stiff but I just chocked it up to him sleeping outside in a crappy tent "Oh my god." I whisper. "Dad was a werewolf? What? How could I not know something like this about my own father Tyler? He never told me anything."
He looks at me and puts his head in his hands. "You most likely have it and so does Bella." I shake my head, "So we are werewolves?" He nods, "Unofficially." I lean back and try to wrap my mind around it. "I won't let you turn Ty. I'll do everything I can to make sure we never turn."
He looks back at me with a smile, "I won't let you either. We will do everything we can to make sure we don't trigger it." I nod and take his hand in mine. "Does aunt Carol know?' he shrugs his shoulders, "Maybe. I doubt it. According to Uncle Mason, dad never triggered it."
I nod and lean my head against his shoulder, "We'll be okay Jessa." I smile and try to find comfort in his reassurance but I couldn't help the dread that took up shop in the pit of my stomach.
The next few days passed by and before I knew it, Saturday morning was here and the house was utter chaos. "Up girly!" I hear coming from my left side.
I let out a groan and look over to see a bubbly Caroline. I shake my head, "You are way too happy." She chuckles, "You should be too. It is your party we have to get ready for after all." I throw my covers off and look at the clock.
"Noon? You guys let me sleep till noon?!" She laughs, "Relax. Take a deep breath." She stares at me expectantly. So I humor her. "Now let it out." Following her instructions, she smiles, "Now. Get up and get showered. Your hair appointment and nail appointment is in an hour. After that makeup." I nod and get out of bed giving her a kiss on her cheek as I go.
"Love you too." She says through her giggles.
As I quickly shower and shave, I step out and run a brush through my hair. Not bothering on anything else, I make my way into my room and see Caroline set an outfit out for me. I quickly pull on the jeans, flip flops and button up crème blouse.
Stepping out of my room I see her waiting for me. "I can dress myself you know." She shrugs, "I know but your closet is amazing and I had to scope out what I will eventually be borrowing from you." I chuckle and we make our way downstairs. I see Aunt Carol ordering people around as they start setting everything up outside in the back.
"Jessa dear. Are you ready? Caroline insists she has everything under control but if you need me, I can be there." Caroline shakes her head, "Don't you worry Ms. Lockwood. Jessa is in very capable hands." She smiles at her, "I hope so dear. Be back by five." We nod and make our way out of the door and to Caroline's car.
Hopping in, she immediately starts heading out of town. As we pull up to the hair salon, we are ushered to the back where four girls immediately start working. My hair is curled and pinned up behind my right ear with curls hanging over my shoulder. Caroline's hair is pulled into a French twist with a pretty pink hair comb holding it in place. I get a simple manicure with blue that will match my dress.
The pedicure is kept simple and is done in French tips. Once we are done with that, we pay and head the salon for our makeup. My eyes are given a smoky look with dark eyeliner. My lips were painted red with a slight blush to my cheeks. Caroline's makeup is kept simple and natural, cause let's be honest, she's gorgeous. As we pay one last time, we make our way to the food court for something to eat.
Settling on pizza, we grab our seats and begin devouring our food. "I am starving. I can't believe they took three hours on us." She smiles, "I love getting pampered. Less work for me to do." I couldn't argue her on that point.
"So, any luck getting Tyler and Matt to fix things?" She frowns and shakes her head, "No. I'm tempted to lock them in a room and threaten them with violence if they don't fix it soon."
"I will be more than happy to help. Just let me know." As we finish eating, we leave and make our way back to the house. Walking upstairs into my room, I see two dress boxes, two shoe boxes and some jewelry boxes on the bed." Caroline looks at me and frowns, "Where did all of that come from?" I shrug and stick my head out, "Aunt Carol?" I yell and she comes to my door, "Yes dear?" I open the door and point to the bed. "What are those?"
She looks at my bed and smiles, "Those were dropped off with your dress and shoes. Miss Forbes' name is on half of the boxes and yours on the other."
"Any idea who they came from?" She shakes her head, "Sorry dear. I don't." I nod, "Thanks Aunt Carol. We'll be ready soon." She heads back out closing the door behind her. Caroline is already opening her dress box and gasps. The dress inside looked like it belonged on a princess.
"This is beautiful." She whispers, "Who's it from?" She pulls the card out and frowns, "It doesn't say. It just says, 'See you tonight'. Talk about cryptic." I pull open one of the jewelry boxes and see a sapphire tear drop necklace surrounded with diamonds and a matching set of earrings. I set it down gently and open the other and it was a sapphire and diamond tennis bracelet. I look over at Caroline's and there is a diamond cuff bracelet and choker to match her ice blue dress.
"Someone is clearly playing out a Disney or Pretty Woman fantasy." I nudge her with my elbow, "You love it." She smiles and lets out a giggle. "Bet your sweet ass I do!"
Grabbing my dress and strapless bra, I walk into the bathroom and put them on. Walking back into my room, I turn around, "Could you please?" She walks over and zips it up. I grab my shoes and find they are four inch heels with rhinestones in satin blue to match the dress. Putting them on, Caroline makes her way into the bathroom to get in her dress.
Slipping on the jewelry, I walk over to my dresser and put on a little bit of perfume on my wrists and the base of my beck. As Caroline walks out I turn to her and her eyes bulge, "Holy cleavage Batman!" She says staring at my chest.
Turning to look in the mirror, I notice the necklace stops right above the start of said cleavage. I giggle, "Like you are one to talk!" She looks down at the sweetheart neckline and blushes. "Yeah. They look pretty great right?" I shake my head at her.
Touching up my lip stick, I step back and admire the finished product. I walked into my room looking like a teenager but now I looked like a grown woman. "I would kill for your hips." Caroline says with a pout.
"They are pretty great." She snorts, "Your modesty knows no bounds."
A few minutes later there is a knock on the door. I open it up to reveal my cousin. He lets out a whistle, "I am definitely going to be beating them away with a stick tonight." I roll my eyes, "Whatever. What do you want except to kill my mood?" I say teasingly.
He hands me two masks, "For you and Caroline. Matt is already downstairs waiting. Elijah is also waiting at the bottom of the stairs and dude looks way too eager." I roll my eyes.
"Thank you Tyler. Now go make up with Matt. I won't have you two spoiling this night." With a mock salute, he leaves down the hall. I shake my head and hand Caroline her mask. It's silver with rhinestones and a feather. Mine is just a simple blue lace.
"You ready?" I nod my head. We hook each other's arms and make our way down the hall. I see my aunt come up and her eyes are shining with tears. I take a minute to appreciate her gold and white gown, "You girls are beautiful." We smile, "Caroline, if you will go and join Mr. Donovan?" She nods and winks at me.
As she walks away, she starts humming the pretty woman theme. I shake my head at her and look to my aunt, "I'm going to announce you and then you'll come out okay?" I nod my head and follow her just to the edge of the hall. Woman is so dramatic.
As she walks out, I see her grab a glass of champagne, "Ladies and Gentleman if I may have your attention." I hear all talking slowly start to die down and give way to my aunt.
"Thank you. Tonight we are here to celebrate the return of my niece. With the recent passing of her father, Mystic Falls is now her new home. Please help me in welcoming Jessalyn Swan." I roll my eyes and make my way around the corner to the top of the stairs. As the clapping begins to die down my aunt is beaming at me with a proud smile. "Now. Let the evening begin!"
With that I slowly started walking down the stairs to see Elijah there to meet me. "You are a vision." He says in a husky tone.
I couldn't help the smile that made its way onto my face, "You look quite handsome in your suit Mr. Smith." He holds his arm out to me, "Shall we?" I nod and place my hand in the crook of his arm. As he begins to lead me towards the back doors, I see Klaus step in front of us.
"Elijah." He looks at me and smiles, "Jessalyn. How lovely to see you again." He says taking my hand and placing a kiss on it. I smile, "Thank you Klaus. I will say your manners are much better than before." He smiles, "You bring it out in me I guess." I couldn't help but snort a bit at his awful joke.
"Is there something we can do for you Klaus?" He looks to Elijah, "No brother." I frown, "Brother?" I look at Elijah, "I thought you said your last name was Smith?" He levels a glare at Klaus, "Is that what you told her brother? Not very gentlemanly to lie to a beautiful woman."
"What is it you want Klaus?" He shrugs, "Not something to really speak of in front of the children." I level a glare and could feel my temper starting rise up, "Well, then let me do us all three a favor."
With that, I shove past Klaus and start heading to the back stairs. Shaking my head, I head out the back and down to the bar. "Whiskey straight." The bartender nods and prepares my drink. As I take it from him, I slam it back. I hand him back the glass, "Another." He nods and hands me another glass. Taking it I make my way over to Caroline who is standing with Matt and Tyler.
"Jessa!" She says excitedly. "Hey." I say, clearly frustrated. She frowns, "What's wrong?" I shake my head, "Nothing. Matt. Tyler. You two make up yet?"
They both look away with pissed off looks on their faces. "Okay. Here's what is going to happen, you two are going to hug it out. Right now." They look at me like I'm nuts. "What?" Tyler asks as if he didn't hear what I said.
"You heard me. You two have been friends since diapers. Tyler, you were an idiot for making out with his mom. Matt, you are big enough to forgive him and let's face it, your mom is kind of a slut. Now, hug." I put my empty hand on my hip and cock it out, "Now!"
They both chuckle, "She's right man." Matt says and they hug giving each other pats on the back. "Thank god! Now you two will stop moping." Caroline says.
Matt throws his arm around Tyler's shoulders, "We don't need this do we Ty?" He gets a pretend affronted look on his face, "No we don't. Let's go." With that they turn in-sync and storm off.
We just shake our heads, "So, where is tall, dark, and handsome?" I frown, "I don't know and frankly don't care." With that I slam my drink back and set it on a passing tray. "Refill?" Caroline asks. I nod and we make our way to a different bar.
"Whiskey." I say. Caroline orders a rum and coke. "So, want to talk about it?" I let out a sigh but as I go to speak, I hear my name being called. Turning around I see Elena walking up to me with a guy who looks a lot like Edward. "Hi Elena." I say in my fake cheerfulness. "Hey Jessa. You look amazing." She says gesturing to my dress.
"Thank you. You look lovely as well." I say noticing her black dress that really didn't do much for her figure or am I just being a bitch because I hate her so much?
"This is Stefan Salvatore. Stefan, this is Jessalyn Swan." I smile at him, "Pleasure." I say he nods, "Likewise. Great party. Carol seems to have gone all out for you." With a shrug, "I am her favorite niece. I'm glad you two could make it. If you'll excuse me." I say taking my drink and walking away.
As I make my way towards the fountain, I see Elijah approach from my right with Klaus in tow. I let out a huff and turn to them. "Has the conversation turned PG? Is the child now allowed to be present?" I say sarcastically.
Klaus actually looked away a bit embarrassed, "My apologies love. That was rude of me." I roll my eyes and turn my back, "That seems to be habit of yours." I say walking towards the fountain. Taking a seat on the edge I look up at both of them.
"So, you two are brothers which means one of two things. Either a." I look at Elijah, "Your last name isn't Smith or b," I say looking to Klaus, "Your last name isn't Mikaelson. Given the two options, I'm gonna take it your last name isn't Smith, is it?" I say looking to Elijah.
He lets out a sigh, "No it is not. My name is indeed Elijah Mikaelson." I nod my head and cock it to the right, "I don't appreciate being lied to but at the same time, we don't know each other so we owe each other nothing. Now if you gentlemen will excuse me." With that I stand and make my way around them and back to the party.
I look over and see what looks like Elena, but in a different dress being dragged around the side of the house by Damon Salvatore. Remembering my cousin's words and Katherine's phone call, I drop my glass on the grass and run inside.
I can feel someone following me but I don't pay any attention as to who. Running upstairs, I hear shouting coming from my uncle's study. I rush into the room to see Matt and Tyler fighting. Running over to them, I try to break them up causing them to knock me over and into a girl who was in the room with them. Her fall is stopped by the corner of my uncle's desk and a sick crack echoed through the room.
Elijah and Klaus come into the room and separate Tyler and Matt as I slowly crawl over to the girl. As I get closer, I notice her eyes are open, unseeing. I let out a loud gasp and turn to Tyler with tears in my eyes.
"She's not." He says. "Tell me she's not Jessa!" Just then Caroline runs in and takes in what's happening. She rushes over to the girl and puts her head to her chest. She sits up and looks at me sadly, "She's dead."