Disclaimer: I don't own VD neither the books nor the TV version. I don't gain any profits from it. This writing is just for fun. The amazing characters are from L.J. Smith and CW.
A/N/Warning: This story have my favorite pairing with of course Elena and Stefan. I don't know yet if the rest of the gang will be part of this story, but it will have original characters. So it is my take to after Midnight. It would be completely AU. The main characters could possibly be OOC. So please bear with me a little.
Enough with my babbling I'll let you read the chapter now. ;)
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YazzPattzSalvatore: Hi, Yazzy! Yes, I'm back with a VD Books story. I'm still writing the VD TV story and I hope I will be able to finish it soon. That is one of the reasons it took me a while to begin writing this story. I'm glad you liked it so far. About the crossover I thought about it and to be honest with all the characters and to write a good story I will have to review again the Twilights books. I'm so behind in my reading list that it will take some time. I'm considering re-watching the movies; but I still think the books are way better for any kind of inspiration. Please keep the faith. I did read The Host. Smith and Meyer are just amazing authors. ;) Thank you so much for reviewing!
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Chapter 2: Weaved Moments
"I get by with a little help from my friends." ~ John Lennon
Bonnie
"Mary, I'm okay. Believe me. I feel super."
"Bonnie I saw your tests. I don't understand them. Everything is normal. According to the Labs you are healthy, but yet you black out for an entire day with almost no pulse. The doctor told me he wanted to observe you a bit longer and I agree with him. You will stay for another night."
I groaned. I didn't like hospitals and the ever-continuous pokes of the nurses. I was totally grateful to my sister. She'd taken off some days just to check up on me. I loved her so much, but I had forgotten how strict and professional she was. She was acting like my personal nurse and it was tiresome.
"But you can watch me at home. Please Mary. You are the best nurse that I know of."
"Stop flattering me. You're staying here. Papa and Mama are so worried. I promised them I would take care of you. And I won't leave you until I'm sure you are good and healthy."
I was selfish for arguing with her. She was worried and my parents were worried too. I was acting like the little child that everybody seemed to think I was.
"I'm sorry. But it was worth trying to convince you. You know how much I hate hospitals."
She smiled at me and sat down beside me on the tiny bed. I scooted over a little to give her more space. She hugged me and I cuddled myself against her. It felt so good to be this way. She was my big sister, the sister I always looked up to for everything. Well for everything human. Since Honoria Fell used me as her personal voice I'd never talked about the supernatural things with anyone in my family. I couldn't and I wasn't prepared to see their faces analyzing me and wondering if I'd finally lost it. They used to see Grannie MacLachlan that way.
"Bonnie, you have to take care of yourself. I know you want to leave the hospital, but please follow the instructions. I know you are legally an adult…"
"Mary. Don't worry. I'm not doing anything reckless. I will stay. If that will give you, Papa and Mama the peace of mind… I won't fight it. I promise. And I promise I will take better care of myself."
She strengthened her hug. She was relieved and I was happy for that. I couldn't recall at all how long we stood there embracing on my bed. I wanted her to be happy, but I kept thinking about Monica's words. Elena called me and she was coming with Stefan. I would have to be a bit selfish and ask for their help.
The hospital room wasn't the perfect place to talk about my psychic episode. I had a dreadful feeling that everything was going to change. I could feel something not good coming. I couldn't say it properly but I was afraid. Afraid because I only wanted to see the good meaning of my dream, the hope it stilled in my heart; but it could be bad omen too.
I had no other choice but to wait for my friends. At the end I fell asleep with my sister beside me. At least I could rest a little.
Stefan
I was driving like a maniac. It was painfully ironic. This was a beautiful day that turned out to be a nightmare. Elena's face told me that much. She was so happy because of Bonnie's message. It was a pleasant surprise to receive the 'Hi!' message from her.
I watched her through the day picking up her phone and leaving it one second later. She paced back and forth thinking hard. At the end she made the call. She was nervous and anxious. I could feel her emotions so clearly. I watched how her face reflected her different emotions after someone picked up the call. I heard clearly her thoughts mixed with their actual conversation.
"Oh Hi! I'm Elena, Bonnie's friend, I need to talk to her. Could you…"
"Who's this? I don't know your voice. Why did you answer Bonnie's phone?"
"HOSPITAL! What happened to her? Is she okay?"
For once her mind was blank; she just heard the other voice on the phone.
"Where are going over there? If she wakes up could you tell her we are going over there? Tell her that Elena and Stefan are coming. Thank you so much, Monica."
I'd already picked up the car keys before she could say anything. "Let's go, Love." She nodded and followed me toward the car. She was so worried about her friend. We were so happy at the beginning of the day. Bonnie made the first move to contact us again and something bad had to happen. "It shouldn't surprise me at all."
I knew their friendship was strained after my brother's death. It was sad, but I had to respect their processes of mourning, healing and hopefully reconciliation. I just hoped they would be able to sort everything out. Humans are delicate creatures with a short life span. My brother left a profound mark on those two.
My brother; I miss him too. How could I not miss him? We'd hurt and aggravated each other so much through the years, but we'd always end up together. Our history was more than five hundred years of fights and some periods of stillness that we wanted to call peace. There was no way to erase that history. There was no replacement for my brother. We hated each other; we loved each other. That was our truth. We were family and I knew even if we weren't brave enough to admit it out loud we would do anything for each other.
I over analyzed every second of that fateful day. I lost him, but he died saving one of our dear friends. His action amazed me. I knew it amazed Bonnie and Elena too. It wasn't his usual way to act. At that moment I understood that Bonnie was his soft spot, but I also knew he loved my Elena with all his heart and soul.
At the end I finally understood that Elena loved him too. Sometimes my mind goes to the 'What if' land. What if Damon was alive? What if Elena chose him over me? It was a cruel thing but I couldn't help wonder that questions. What would have been my reaction to that kind of scenario? I probably would let them be. That much I knew.
I loved Elena. She was my human part of my being. I was no longer the owner of my heart and soul. I delivered them to her when I surrendered to my feelings for her. Love can't be forced. I would let her be free without hesitation if her love was no longer mine.
"Stefan, I'm worried. This Monica girl couldn't give me any details."
"Let's hope she will be all right. I know she will wake up soon. Elena, you know her better than me. She is stronger than she seems to be."
She pondered my words. She looked out the window. I knew she was remembering other times between Bonnie and her.
"She always inspired me to protect her, Stefan. I don't know why. I loved her. Without her and Meredith I know I wouldn't have been able to survive my parents deaths. She is our personal fairy. I don't know what I'm talking about now." She said the last part making a desperate gesture with her hands.
"Elena, please don't fret. You're the girl with different plans for every situation. I'm here with you. I will help you with anything. I believe; no I know, she will be okay. Just rest a little. When we arrive at the hospital I will wake you up. I promise."
She took my hand and kissed it gently. "Thank you." After that she closed her eyes. I helped her a little with that. Her mind was too restless. I knew I shouldn't do it, but she needed to be rested and okay. She needed her energy to meet Bonnie.
Bonnie
"Hey, Beautiful wake up"
I opened my eyes to see someone caressing gently my hand. The first thing that I saw was Steve's handsome face. I looked around searching for my sister.
"If you are looking for your sister she is with Monica. She told me something about a change of clothes and a bit of rest."
"Oh okay. You didn't have to stay."
"Of course I had to. Besides I liked how innocent you looked when you were asleep."
I felt my face blush. It was my typical reaction to those kinds of remarks. I was happy that we were alone. I wasn't sure if I was up to hearing the teasing created by anyone. The bad part was that Steve was watching my blushing face.
"Bonnie"
"Yes"
"The guys send you best wishes and regards."
"The guys?"
"Well, not every one. Michael did ask me about you."
"Michael?"
"Yes"
That was strange; I'd always gotten a strange vibe from Michael. We were not friends at all. He is Steve's friend. I didn't know how close their friendship was, but why was he asking about me?
"So, I thought you were bored and I brought some entertainment."
I looked at him. I was totally curious. What did he plan? What kind of entertainment? I smiled a bit. "You know I have a TV here."
"Oh no! That's not healthy entertainment."
"Well do you care to explain, Steve?"
"Sure."
He slowly took out something from his back pocket. He had this devilish smile on. Like he was about to do some kind of a prank on me. "Steve..." Then I saw the pack of cards.
"No way... Go Fish! I haven't played this since I was a little girl with Elena and Meredith."
"I guess you liked it. And I know your Elena and Meredith had good taste. It is a great game."
"Stop teasing me." He laughed a little. He was charming I have to concede to that.
"Why did you pick Go Fish from all the available games?"
"I sought professional advice."
"Huh?"
"Yea, I asked my five year old niece." He began to re-enact his approach to his niece. He even changed his voice. He made me laugh like a mad person. I missed so much to have a carefree fun moments. I was surprised, because from the least expected person I got that much needed laugh. He sat beside me and we began to play.
"Bonnie before we start this second round lets make a bet."
"A bet?"
"Yes. Don't worry it won't be anything strange. I want to have a real date with you. If I win you have to give me a date."
"And if I win?"
"You can ask anything you want."
"It seems like fair bet. I'm in." We shook hands sealing our 'harmless' bet. He was really happy. He was continuously grinning at me. I was surprised because I was grinning and smiling too. We began to play. Two out of three games later Steve won.
"YES! I have my date!" He said that and began to dance a weird version of some kind of street dance.
"Steve, please quiet down. We are at the hospital."
He just ignored my pleadings. It was hard for me to control my urge to laugh at him. He kept doing his silly dance until the nurse came in to warn us about hospital rules and proper behavior. After we nodded guiltily to the nurse and said our I'm sorry's, Steve sat down beside me.
"Bonnie, can I ask you something?"
"Sure"
"Who are Elena and Meredith?"
"They are my best friends. I love them like my sisters. They are..." I let out a sad sigh. "They are important to me. I love them with all my heart. And I miss them."
Sadness engulfed me after saying that to him. He hugged me tenderly. I really liked his gesture. I knew he was a great guy. It was the first time I'd even considered myself with him. I could easily see myself with him. I just needed to discover how to forget and move forward.
I didn't want to be sad. I couldn't let sad memories take over. I relaxed myself against him. I closed my eyes and concentrated all my senses on his steady heartbeat, on his smell and on his warmth. He just kept hugging me. A serene and peaceful silence overcame us. We stood there embracing and living the moment.
Someone knocking on the door interrupted the peace. I looked at the door. I watched the door opening in slow motion. I didn't move an inch. I didn't say anything. Steve was the one who broke the silence. He stood up and offered his hand.
"Hi. I'm Steve."
"I'm Elena. Nice to meet you." She was shaking his hand. I saw relief and curiosity in her eyes. I could guess she was dying to ask me who was Steve? Seconds later a handsome Italian guy entered my room. "Hi, I'm Stefan" This time it was Stefan offering his hand. Steve took it and shook it.
"Hi. I'm Steve. I'm Bonnie's friend."
"Really? That's great." Elena said that at the same time she was walking towards me. I didn't say anything. I was still watching everything in slow motion.
"Bonnie." I looked at her. I did what I honestly thought was best at the moment. I extended my arms waiting for her. She understood my gesture. We hugged.
"I miss you, Lena. I really miss you."
"Me too Bon, Me too." We kept hugging. I couldn't stop the tears from forming and spilling out from my eyes. I was really happy to see her. I felt her tears too.
"Steve, I think we should let them be. Show me where I can get some coffee."
"Great idea."
We didn't notice when they left. I knew Stefan sensed our need to be alone to talk. I was grateful for that. Elena broke our hug.
"I was so worried Bonnie. When I called, the girl didn't give me any details. I honestly thought the worst. I couldn't think properly. I don't want to lose anyone else near to my heart."
"I'm sorry. You know I didn't plan this. I'm healthy; it was a psychic episode. I haven't told anyone about my abilities. I honestly thought I'd lost them, because all this time I haven't sensed anything strange. I guess I blocked myself better that I expected."
"Who are Monica and Steve?"
"Monica is my roommate and Steve is just a friend."
"Only a friend?"
"Yes, Elena only a friend."
"If you are okay, why are you here?"
"The doctors; they don't understand why I blacked out for a day with almost no pulse. They say it doesn't make sense at all. They want to 'observe' me for another whole day."
"But we need to talk."
"I know Elena, but not here."
"We could go to your apartment."
"Mary and Monica are there. Unless you want to tell them the truth."
"I got it. I guess we need Stefan's help and I'm quite sure he's already gotten a room for us. So we can go there to have our private chat."
"You think he would..."
"Come on Bonnie. Don't even ask the question. You are his friend too."
"I think if he could influence the doctor, Mary, Monica and the rest would believe I'm okay. That I only had... I don't know... low blood pressure episode or low sugar levels."
"I'll ask him. I know there will be no problem."
After that she left looking for Stefan. I knew I wanted to grow up and be strong but at the first misstep they are the ones helping me along side my sister and my new friends. Great Bonnie, you are doing a fine job!
I was so pissed of at myself that I didn't feel the strange energy slipping through my door. The atmosphere of the room suddenly changed. It became hot, too hot. My mind went directly to the time I was caught up as a slave. I felt a shiver run through my body. I froze. I couldn't think, say or do anything. I felt as if I was a puppet at the mercy of its puppeteer.
I felt how this strange force began to surround me. I was panicking in my mind. I began to scream. I sent a psychic scream pleading for help.
"Someone help me, please! Da...Elena... Stefan!" I almost called for Damon's help.
I continued struggling with no avail. I kept mentally screaming for help. The thing began to choke me up. I felt how two invisible hands grabbed my neck and began to squeeze it with a mighty strength.
"Please someone. Help! I can't move. Someone, anybody."
I heard someone opening the door and instantly another energy force blasted the thing choking me. Finally I was able to breathe again. I couldn't see if anyone was in the room. I couldn't sense or feel the origin of the force that had saved me. Just mere seconds later Stefan entered my room. He was on alert and moving slowly. He was scanning the room.
"Are you okay? I heard your calling."
I couldn't say anything. I wasn't ready. My neck was really hurting me. Elena entered the room. She let out a gasp instantly.
"Bonnie your neck!"
"Calm down Elena. We need to take her out of here. Who did this to you?"
"I... I don't know. It was a force of energy. I haven't felt anything like that before. I couldn't move or do anything. I couldn't even talk. But you saved me. Thank you Stefan."
"What do you mean, Bonnie?"
"I felt when another energy entered the room and knocked off the other force."
I watched Stefan carefully. He looked at Elena and then he switched his eyes towards me.
"Bonnie, it wasn't me."
I felt my blood go instantly cold. I wished with all my heart to have Damon beside me saving me. Now I was really scared. What the hell was happening to me?
Damon
I'd been walking several for days now. I hadn't seeing any people, not even the goblins of the gray world. I was getting hungry. The cold didn't bother me at all. I didn't need to be particularly warm or cold.
I continued walking down the path with old footprints in it. Sometimes I had some strange back flashes. I could see the little maiden panicking, because she was afraid of heights. At other time I saw the ethereal beauty beside me. I grabbed her and kissed her.
I guess I'm supposed to love the blond one. But why did the little bird come to my help? I couldn't understand everything was a puzzle to me. Last night I finally saw the green eyes with its face. It was a young man. Who was he?
I was getting bored walking through these cold mountains when I felt the urgency to rush. I wanted to reach the place the little bird told me. Something was pulling me and I didn't know why.
I only knew my need to help someone. I just needed to discover who needed my help.
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