Chapter 6
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Note: Previously, in "A Dangerous Game," Klaus and Caroline have some morning after fun, during which he tells her that he wants to pursue her romantically.
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New Orleans Police Department – 2 Days Later...
Stefan couldn't help but notice that Klaus was acting differently as walked past his desk. For one thing, he was a bit more cheerful than he had been since Andie died, which although was a good thing, it was kind of weird. His curiosity getting the best of him, Stefan went over to Klaus and cleared his throat to get his attention.
Klaus looked up from what he was doing and gave his partner a curious look. "Yes, Stefan?"
"I can't help but notice that there's something different about you," he replied. "You're happier." His green eyes widened. "You had sex, didn't you?"
"My, but you've got a filthy little mind," said Klaus. "I suppose that was a habit that you picked up from my sister?"
"Come on, don't lie," said Stefan. "You had sex and, judging from your cheery attitude, I'm guessing it was the best sex of your life. I mean, it's been what, eight years since Andie died and you haven't been with a woman in that amount of time? It was about time that you got back into scene and met someone. Liam does need a mother, you know."
Klaus growled. Shit, how the hell was he going to explain this to Stefan without revealing the whole truth? He told Caroline that until he got the District Attorney to drop the charges against her, they would have to keep their relationship discreet, which would mean resorting to lies and half truths to those closest to them.
"All right, I'll tell you, if it'll satisfy that dirty mind of yours," he said finally. "Yes, I did have sex. I waited until Liam was asleep and went to the red light district, where I paid some random whore to have sex with me. Then, just before the sun rose the next morning, I got up, got dressed, and left before she could discover me gone."
"You slept with some whore and you're calling me filthy?" said Stefan. "Come on, Klaus. I would think that you had more decency than that. What kind of example is that setting for your son? That it's okay to sleep with whoever you want as long as you leave before she wakes up?"
"Stefan, I don't want to talk about it, okay?" said Klaus. "A gentleman never kisses and tells." I hope I can get the District Attorney to drop the charges against Caroline. I don't know how long I can keep this up. Stefan isn't stupid, he's bound to find out eventually.
"All right, I won't make you tell me," said Stefan. "I just wanted to know why you were so cheery today, that's all."
"I appreciate your interest in my personal life because we're family," said Klaus. "But, there are things that are best left unsaid. After all, we don't want nasty rumors to be spread around either the station or in the immediate family that I sleep around on my down time, now do we?"
"No, we don't," said Stefan. "You're right, though, your personal life is your personal life. Whatever you do with it is your business."
Caroline & Katherine's HQ – That Same Moment...
Caroline looked at herself in the mirror, admiring the outfit she had picked out: black leather corset top with a matching skirt with a slit on the right leg, black fishnet stockings, and thigh-high black leather boots. She licked her lips as she imagined Klaus getting her out of it and then throwing her onto the bed to have his way with her.
"Looks like someone is looking to have a little sexy fun."
Katherine's observation brought the blonde out of her reverie just then. "Oh, hey, Kitty Kat. I didn't see you there."
"Apparently," the brunette replied. "So, let me guess, that outfit is for Klaus?"
"It is, actually," said Caroline. "He said that he wants to pursue me romantically. It seems that he got the hint after I left that jewelry box for him." She smiled. "He says that he's going to get the District Attorney to drop the charges against me so we can truly be together." She noticed that Katherine wasn't smiling and turned around to face her. "Katherine, what's wrong?"
"I'd be lying if I said nothing was wrong, so I'll tell you," said Katherine. "Caroline, I...I think I'm falling for Elijah. I know that I promised myself that I wouldn't let my emotions overtake me and that I wouldn't get too attached. Well, I think I'm not going to be able to keep myself from becoming too attached. I think being engaged to Elijah isn't that bad after all."
"I thought you were only pretending to be engaged to Elijah?" said Caroline. "That was the whole con."
"I did too," said Katherine. "But, he's such a wonderful man, Caroline. He's the first decent man I've been with in such a long time. I just...don't want to hurt him. And yet, I'm afraid that if I tell him the truth, he'll have me arrested."
Caroline bit her lip. Her friend seemed very conflicted and it also seemed like she really did care about Elijah a great deal, or this wouldn't be so painful for her. "Does he love you?"
"Yes."
"Then, tell him the truth."
"What if he doesn't believe me?"
"You won't know until you tell him," said Caroline. "Are you supposed to meet him tonight?"
Katherine nodded. "Yes. We're going to dinner and dancing, and then back to his place for some hot, steamy, passionate sex."
"Well, if you're going to tell him the truth, I think you should do it in between the dancing and sex," said Caroline. "If you tell him during dinner, then the evening will just go completely sour."
"And that'll work?"
"Katherine, will you stop it with the questions?" said Caroline. "I'm trying to give you advice and from the way you keep asking questions, it's as if you're doubting everything I'm telling you."
"You're right, I'm questioning this too much," said Katherine. "I'll tell him between dancing and sex." She sighed. "So, do you think you and Klaus will be able to keep your relationship discreet? I mean, something is bound to go awry somewhere along the line."
"I'm willing to risk it, and I think he is too," said Caroline. "Hell, he's willing to risk just about everything and anything to be with me, including his career."
Katherine nodded. "Well, I wish you luck."
"Thank you," said Caroline. "I wish you luck as well, Katherine."
Note: Didn't know what else to put here, so I'll end Chapter 6 here. Stay tuned!
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