Hey all! Here's another update for you :) When I see people are reviewing and really enjoying the story, it inspires me to write for you all and deliver quick updates! So keep them coming!
On another note: I've seen that some people are displeased that I have decided to make Matt pretty different from his canon counterpart. But, if you have read my other fic Wild Ones, you know that I like to stray from canon a little when it comes to certain characters and maybe make them a little more evil than they usually are. I find it refreshing and just remember it's an AU after all ;)
I hope you enjoy this chapter!
xoxo, Kady
"I'm sorry," Caroline whispered, apologizing for the hundredth time that night. She was lying with her head against Stefan's chest, her legs tangled with his, and she knew he was trying to sleep but her mind was still racing.
She'd cried a lot after he'd left to go back to the resort, mostly out of embarrassment. Caroline had never acted like this before, or at least not since High School. She'd prided herself on her professionalism at the resort and tonight between the Klaus and Rebekah incident, seeing Matt, kissing Klaus, and hitting Elena, Caroline knew she probably looked like an insecure, neurotic, control freak on crack.
"It's fine," came Stefan's voice and his hand brushed up and down her arm. "Just go to sleep, okay? We can wake up in the morning and rehash all of this and think of a strategy."
Caroline didn't say anything. She knew that she wasn't going to be able to sleep very well knowing what was awaiting her when she woke up. But she closed her eyes and eventually fell asleep, thoughts of Klaus and their kiss on her mind.
She woke up the next morning to a pounding sound. Was it her head? Her alarm clock? It took her a few minutes to realize that someone was at the door and that the pounding was the knocking.
She heard Stefan groan as he rolled over and Caroline sat up in bed, looking at her clock. It was a little past nine in the morning, and it was both of their days off. Who the hell would be at her place this early on a Saturday morning?
She got out of bed and shuffled towards her front door, praying that it wasn't the one person she thought it could most likely be.
The last thing she wanted to do was talk to Klaus right now. Or really, ever again. Couldn't she just call in sick until he went back to wherever it was he was from?
She took a deep breath and opened the door, sighing when she saw who was standing on the other end. "What are you doing here?"
"How rude, is that the way you greet everyone?" Rebekah said, frowning. "No wonder why Stefan is your best friend."
"What's that mean?" Caroline asked, glancing over her shoulder to look towards her bedroom.
"That he's a boy and you have no girl friends."
Caroline rolled her eyes. "I have a girl best friend and her name is Bonnie."
"And she lives where?" Rebekah asked. When Caroline didn't answer she nodded her head once. "Precisely. You need to hang out with women more to gain better people skills."
"Jenna and I are friends," Caroline defended, crossing her arms over her chest.
Rebekah laughed softly. "Jenna is your boss, nice try though."
"Look, did you come here to grill me on my friend choices or what?" Caroline huffed, getting irritated.
Rebekah sighed. "No, I'm sorry. I just wanted to see if you were okay? I know last night was awkward, for everyone."
Caroline walked outside and closed the door behind her, shifting from foot to foot. "Yeah, about that…could we just like, forget it ever happened?"
Rebekah snorted. "Yeah, good luck with that. Even if I were able to erase it from my memory, my brother Kol will never let it go." She looked at Caroline's door. "Not even going to invite me in?"
Caroline looked back at the door, too, and shook her head. "No, Stefan is asleep and I want to let him sleep as long as possible for being so decent to me last night."
Rebekah frowned. It was clear to Caroline that she didn't appreciate standing outside but Caroline honestly didn't care right now. She didn't even want to be having this conversation.
"So, what's going on with you and my brother? I heard he kissed you last night."
Caroline's eyes grew a little wide. "What? How do you know that?" Caroline knew it had been incredibly dumb of them to just kiss each other out in the open where all of the staff could see them, but it was too late to take it back now.
"He told me about it," Rebekah said, fluffing her hair. "This morning. He's at the hotel, you should go see him and talk to him."
"No," Caroline said, shaking her head. "That's the last thing I want to do right now."
Rebekah huffed and rolled her eyes. "You're going to have to see him at some point, why not figure things out now instead of dragging out the weekend worrying yourself sick? Because we both know that's what you're going to do."
Caroline thought for a moment about Rebekah's words, because she did have a point. "But, I don't have a car and I don't want to wake Stefan."
"Nonsense, I'll drive you. Hurry and put some clothes on," Rebekah replied, frowning at Caroline's large t-shirt and boxer shorts.
Caroline looked down at herself and wondered what her face or hair even looked like. "I…you know, I should probably shower and this just isn't the best time."
Rebekah pushed Caroline aside and opened her door, walking inside. Caroline followed after her, trying to grab her arm to pull her back outside, but it was useless, she was already walking into Caroline's bedroom where Stefan was tangled in the covers, laying on his stomach.
"Stefan, hello, Stefan!" Rebekah yelled, clapping her hands together loudly.
"Rebekah, knock it off!" Caroline hissed, knowing Stefan was going to kill her for this.
Stefan groaned and put a pillow over his head, shuffling underneath the blankets.
"Stefan excuse me, please get up I need to ask you something," Rebekah said, pulling the pillow from his head.
Stefan groaned again. "What?" he mumbled. "I'm sleeping."
"I want Caroline to come to the resort and talk to Klaus. Please tell her you agree with me and that it's a good idea."
Caroline sighed. "Stef, I'm sorry."
"Caroline, go to the resort and talk to Klaus. I agree with Rebekah and think it's a good idea," Stefan said, pulling the blankets over his head.
Rebekah turned around to look at Caroline and smiled. "Hurry now, get dressed so we can be on our way."
Caroline sighed and covered her face with her hands, wishing more than ever that she could just disappear.
Caroline sat in the passenger seat of Rebekah's BMW and looked out the window, smiling at the view of the ocean. No matter how long she lived in Hawaii or how many times she'd seen this view everyday, she'd never tire of it. She felt like it was a such a privilege to live in such a beautiful place and she never wanted to leave.
"So, you told me you're from South Africa. I'm guessing that was a lie?" Caroline asked, turning her attention away from the view and back to Rebekah as she sped down the road.
"No, I am from South Africa. I was born there, but my brothers weren't. I spent more time with my father and they with my mother."
"Oh," Caroline said. "Your parents are divorced?"
"Yes," Rebekah replied. "Right after I was born actually. But when I was five my mother decided to she wanted to leave South Africa and she took my brothers with her."
"Oh, so Klaus and Kol went with her?"
"And Finn," Rebekah added. "I have three brothers. I think Finn is actually coming to the resort soon, with his wife Katie."
"Fantastic," Caroline mumbled. The last thing she wanted was another one of Klaus' brothers stirring up trouble.
Rebekah laughed softly. "Finn is nothing like Kol, don't worry. And actually, his wife is quite nice and balances out his harshness."
Caroline sighed. Who the hell were these people and why had they decided to come and mess up the beautiful little world she had created for herself?
"I think Nik likes you," Rebekah said after some silence.
"Yeah?" Caroline couldn't help but ask. "Why do you say that?"
"Because he kept you all to himself."
"Oh," Caroline sighed. "That's right, you don't really know about the bar, you left early that night."
Rebekah nodded. "Yes. I didn't even know he was in town yet, to be honest. But, whatever. It's done. You guys need to work out whatever it is you two have going on. It's weird to see Niklaus so tense over something that doesn't involve business."
Caroline looked out the window, not really knowing what to say to that. She agreed with Rebekah, they did to work things out. If Klaus was going to be staying in town for a while, she needed to know how to work around him. While she wished she could just call in sick, she knew that would be the cowardly thing to do and that she was needed at the resort.
They pulled up to the resort and Caroline instructed Rebekah to go to the employee lot. "This lot is better, I may park my car here instead of paying for the valet."
Caroline smiled and shook her head. "Are you even still paying anymore, seeing as your brother now owns the place?"
"Of course," Rebekah said, parking. "One of Niklaus' favorite things to do is take my father's money."
Caroline rolled her eyes and got out of the car, bracing herself for the conversation she didn't want to have. She smiled at people as she and Rebekah walked through to the lobby and headed towards Jenna's office.
"Oh my god, hide me!" Jenna squeaked, running towards the girls and hiding behind them.
"What? What is it?" Caroline asked, looking around. She didn't see anything out of the ordinary.
"Oh you poor thing, I didn't think he was serious," Rebekah said, laughing and walking alone towards Jenna's office.
"What is it?" Caroline repeated, getting annoyed that everyone was informed except for her.
"Kol," Jenna whispered, standing up and looking around the lobby. "He hasn't left me alone since last night. I don't know what to do."
"Kol?" Caroline asked, laughing. "You're joking, right?"
"I wish," Jenna said, her face going pale as she spotted something in the distance. Caroline followed her line of sight and smiled when she saw Kol walking towards them. It had been a little dark in the restaurant the night before and Caroline could really see his features now. He had the whole tall, dark, and handsome going for him for sure.
"Why does he look so familiar?" Caroline mused out loud, squinting her eyes as she looked at him and tried to place him in her mind.
"He's an actor," Jenna said, groaning as he got closer. "Soap Operas."
"Oh my god, yes! That's it!" Caroline said, shaking her head. "He's that douche bag on that one that has been on for like, decades."
"I prefer to just call myself the misunderstood villain," Kol said as he finally approached them, a grin on his face. "Ah, Jenna, there you are."
"Here I am," Jenna grumbled, looking at Caroline for help.
"Sorry, I have my own mess with my own Mikaelson to clean up," Caroline apologized, stepping away from the two of them.
"Yes, darling, better hurry off before Nik and Rebekah do the nasty," Kol said to Caroline, winking at her before turning his stare back to Jenna.
Jenna looked at the two of them confused. "I'll tell you later," Caroline replied, shaking her head before turning around to find Klaus.
Klaus sat in Jenna's office, gazing out the window. He was distracted; his plan of coming down to work today backfired because the only thing on his mind was Caroline. She looked incredible last night, and he wished they could have done more than just kiss.
The way her body had felt against his as they danced, and the way her lips had tasted when they kissed…he sighed and rubbed his eyes. It was going to be a long day.
He'd thought about calling her, to see if she was alright, but he knew that he should give her space. He hadn't been the nicest at the end of the evening when he'd told Stefan to take her home, but it had been his frustration coming out. He wanted her so bad, and while he understood that she didn't want to date him, or whatever, because he was now her superior…it didn't take away his desire any less.
He looked up when he heard the door open and he smiled at his sister. "Hello, Rebekah. I'd thought you be off at the beach or in the spa."
"No, not yet at least," she said, smiling at him. "Ouch, Nik, you look a little pathetic sitting in here like this."
He smiled and shrugged. "I'm not sulking, I'm working."
"Sure you are," Rebekah said, poking her head out of the door to look down the hall. "I brought you a little present."
Klaus sat up in his chair and tried to keep his face from lighting up when Caroline came into view. He placed his hands on the desk, trying to remain calm. "Oh, hello, Caroline. Isn't today your day off?"
"Hello, Mr. – Klaus. Yes, it is. But your sister thought it would be best if you and I had a little talk."
Rebekah grinned and then backed out of the room, closing the door behind her.
"Please, have a seat," Klaus said, gesturing to one of the chairs in front of him.
Caroline nodded and sat down, folding her hands into her lap. They stared at each other for a few minutes, neither really knowing what to say. "So, what did you wanna talk about?"
"I wanna talk about you," Klaus said, his eyes serious. "Your hopes, your dreams…everything you want in life."
Caroline rolled her eyes and laughed softly. "Klaus."
"I know," he said, sitting back in his chair. "We should talk about last night."
Caroline nodded. "We should." She cleared her throat. "You were right."
"Was I?" he asked. "And about what exactly?"
"About me and my behavior," Caroline continued. "I can't act like I want you one minute and then don't another. That's not fair to you."
Klaus nodded.
"I'm sorry," she said.
"No need to be sorry, love. We had a little spat last night. I'm over it already."
Caroline laughed softly. "I'm sorry that I accused you of wanting to sleep with your sister."
Klaus laughed. "Yes, well, not your finest moment I'd assume." He watched her shake her head and look down at her hands. "Caroline…is me being your boss literally the only thing from keeping us from happening?"
Caroline thought over his question, wanting to give him the right answer. "Yes."
He sat up in his chair and leaned over the desk, looking into her eyes. "I really wish that we could try this thing out, see if it could really work between us."
Caroline looked at him and sighed. "I can't. I like you, Klaus, I really do. If you couldn't tell from me kissing you back last night. But, it's just so unprofessional. I've worked really hard to be where I'm at right now, and I can't sully my name just because you're amazing in bed and have a hot accent."
Klaus grinned at her words. "Amazing in bed, huh?" He leaned back in his chair again and wiggled his eyebrows at her.
Caroline rolled her eyes but smiled. "Forget I even said anything. You know what I mean."
"I do," he agreed. "But I'm also a man who always gets what he wants. And right now, Caroline, I want you."
Caroline opened her mouth to respond but then the door opened and Jenna came inside, closing it behind her and locking it. "I'm sorry, but you two have to hide me. Klaus, your brother is annoying and persistent."
Klaus laughed and shrugged his shoulders. "What can I say? We Mikaelson men know what we want." His eyes locked on Caroline's for a brief second before he looked back up at Jenna. "I'll talk to him. I don't think he's staying long, any way."
"Great," Jenna said. "What were you guys talking about? Your trip?"
"Trip?" Caroline asked, looking from Jenna to Klaus. "What trip?"
"Oops," Jenna said, looking up at the ceiling.
"It's fine, Jenna," Klaus replied. "I'm leaving on Monday."
"For good?" Caroline asked, not sure if that made her more happy or sad.
"Can't get rid of me that easily, sweetheart," Klaus said. "No, I'm just going to Kaui for a few days. Word got out about the party last night and people are looking to possibly invest or ask for my assistance with their own resorts."
"Word got out already? The party was just last night," Caroline said, unable to believe that news could spread so fast.
"Well, that man you met last night, Martin? Seems he's more connected than I thought."
"Oh," Caroline said. "Well, at least you should have a nice time seeing another island."
Klaus nodded.
"Here's a crazy idea," Jenna said, walking around the desk to stand next to Klaus. "You should take Caroline with you."
Caroline froze. "What? No way."
Klaus looked up at Jenna and then back at Caroline. "Actually, that may be a fantastic idea, Jenna."
"Let's face it," Jenna continued, "Caroline was the real organization and brains behind the party and she would be a great spokesman for the Resort, seeing as she's been here for five years now and is the Head Concierge."
"Spokesperson," Caroline corrected. She looked at Klaus. "You're sure that's a good idea, though? I mean considering everything-"
"It'll be wonderful," Klaus interrupted before she could finish. Maybe this was just the opportunity he was looking for to convince Caroline that dating him, even as her boss, wasn't actually the worst thing in the world.
"I don't know," Caroline said, sighing. She looked up at Jenna who was smiling at her, a wicked look in her eyes. She glared at her. "You know what, fine. Yes, I'll go. I'm quite positive you and I will work well together…and in the most professional manner possible."
Klaus clapped his hands together once. "Great, it's settled. I'll have a ticket booked for you with me in first class."
"Of course you will," Caroline mumbled. "Well, I'd better be going. I left Stefan alone at my place and apparently now I need to pack." She stood up and walked towards the door, unlocking it. She looked back at the two of them, who were both smiling like idiots at her, and shook her head.
She walked down the hall, looking for Rebekah to take her back to her place when she spotted Kol. "Oh, hey, Kol," she said, grabbing his attention.
"Yes, darling? Have you seen Jenna? I want to take her to lunch but she disappeared on me again."
Caroline grinned. "You know what," she said, walking over to reception to grab a pad and pen, "here is Jenna's phone number, and her address. Why don't you show up at her place tonight and take her out. Or hell, you could even cook for her!" Caroline handed the slip to a grinning Kol.
"Really? You think she'd like that?" he asked.
"Absolutely," Caroline encouraged, nodding. "But shh, you can't tell her I gave you this. Make it a surprise!"
Kol nodded and made a motion like he was zipping his lips. "You're the best," he said, putting the paper into his pocket.
Caroline winked at him and spotted Rebekah talking to Vicki and made her way over there, because now she had to pack for a trip.
With Klaus.
Alone.
On another island.
Wait until Stefan hears all about this, she thought to herself, joining the two girls at Vicki's desk.
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