The golden sun rays that filtered through my window and the sound of birds chirping woke me up. I found myself smiling as I sat up. Somehow I knew today would be good.

I threw off the covers and danced over to my closet. Enthusiastically, I yanked open my closet door and pulled out a black floral dress along with a pair of black lace up boots.

After applying a little makeup, I shot down the stairs.

"You look nice." Jenna complemented.

I gave her a wide smile. "Thanks. I feel good." I murmured before grabbing a muffin and a mug.

Jenna gave me a smile and poured me some coffee. "Well it's a big upgrade." She said.

I grabbed my school bag along with my on-the-go breakfast and stepped out the door.

The blinding sun greeted me and I instinctively pulled up a hand to shield my eyes.

"Elena!" A voice cried from a little ways back.

My head snapped back to see Caroline in her silver Ford Fiesta. I narrowed my eyes as she offered me a grin.

"Hop in!" She called. I sighed. Deciding I didn't want to be rude, I slipped into the passenger side.

"Thanks for picking me up." I said sincerely to my blonde friend.

Caroline smiled as we drove down my street. "No problem. Sorry I couldn't stay longer last night."

I shrugged. "It's no big deal."

We sat in silence for awhile until the school came into view and Caroline pulled into a spot.

"You should talk to Stefan." She determined.

My jaw clenched and Caroline sighed.

"Okay okay. Just promise me you won't ditch school again." She pleaded.

I rolled my eyes. "Okay Care whatever makes you happy."

Seeming to be satisfied, Caroline tugged her keys from the ignition and stepped out of the car. I followed her example and collided with someone.

"Sorry." I muttered and reached for my fallen bag. Before I could get it, a large hand snatched it and lifted it from the ground. Feeling awkward, I raised my eye level to the stranger. I froze. Damon Salvatore smirked at me and passed me my bag. I blushed and practically snatched it from his grip. Flustered, I mumbled a quick thanks and grabbed Caroline's hand.

As soon as we were out of hearing distance, Caroline stopped and crossed her arms over her chest. "What was that?" She demanded. I copied her position.

"Nothing." I stated.

Caroline rolled her eyes. "It better be. Stay away from that guy, he's trouble."

Without another word we headed to our classes.

As it turned out, I had history first.

I was in my seat long before the bell rang.

"Do you always arrive this early?" Stefan asked looking amused as he took his seat.

I gave him a small smile. "Only when I feel like it."

Stefan leaned over. "You should eat lunch with us today."

I nodded. "Yeah sure."

Stefan looked pleased and faced forward again although, I could feel his eyes on me throughout the entire class.

Two uncomfortable periods with Stefan later, I found myself sitting at the cafeteria in my old spot.

"Elena, good to see you back." Klaus greeted as he and Rebekah sat down. I offered him a smile but didn't miss the way Rebekah's nose wrinkled when she saw me.

"Hey Lena!" Matt smiled as he and Tyler joined us. I gave him a small wave in return.

Finally everyone was settled and done with the, "Elena I'm so happy you're sitting with us again!" I realized I was at ease sitting at my old spot listening to the chit chat my friends were stirring up. I scanned the table and took in the familiar faces. Klaus at the head of the table with Rebekah to his left and Tyler to his right. Next to Rebekah was Matt and across from Matt was Bonnie. After Matt, Caroline sat across from Stefan who had taken a face all to painful to remember spot and I was next to Caroline. A voice in my ear brought me back to reality.

"Stefan's looking at you again. You should go sit with him." She whispered.

I sighed in reply. Caroline wasn't going to give the whole Stefan thing a rest.

Reluctantly, I rose from my seat and wandered to the seat beside Stefan.

"Elena." He greeted with a nod.

"Stefan." I returned.

"You look really beautiful today." He grinned and I smiled.

Before I could say thank you, a voice interrupted.

"Looks like you're fitting in here just fine little brother." I snapped my gaze upward to see the silky voice that had spoken. Damon.

Stefan nodded looking a little upset that his brother had interrupted us.

"You just moved here?" I questioned Stefan. I knew for a fact that Damon had been here for a while but I hadn't seen Stefan until this year.

Damon answered for his brother. "Stefan was living with our mother for a bit but plans change." He muttered bitterly.

His tone surprised me but quickly he recovered his trademark smirk. "Football tryouts are tomorrow FYI."

Stefan nodded again. "Thanks." Damon shrugged in reply and turned on his heel exiting out of the food court.

I turned back to our table to see everyone staring after him with looks of awe and hunger. I mentally shook myself and turned back to Stefan. "So you play football?"

Our conversational talk was polite but Stefan still looked a little bothered. I decided to let it go. If he wanted me to know, he would tell me. Talking with Stefan had been nice but at the end of the day, I still found myself longing to talk to his brother.

AN:

Sorry it's really short and updated late. I've been super busy.

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~Siredtodamon