Klaymonth Day 11: AU The Proposal

There was no one at Rousseau's that night. Hayley entered the bar hoping that she would find Cami, and help her get back on track with her life. Things have just been so blurry lately and Camille has been a wonderful friend to her, even though at that moment, Rebekah was her best friend and she smiled, knowing that the blonde Original wouldn't like to be replaced with another blonde. Camille was not there, in fact there was no one there. The bar was closed. That was very odd. "This can't be right." Hayley whispered, looking at the time. It wasn't that late. Where was everyone? The streets of New Orleans were empty, no musicians playing jazz, no nightwalkers making noise. She sat down on a bench with her hands in her lap as she thought about the recent events in her life. She had broken off her relationship with possibly the most honorable and noble man on the planet, Elijah. They just didn't fit like she thought they would. Then something happened.

Something even more exciting. The development of her romantic feelings for Klaus, his brother and the father of her child. Klaus had promised to fight for her and he had. Through her transition into a hybrid, they had gotten closer until one day, he had finally confessed his feelings for her. That was something tough to do, even for him. He was the fearless Niklaus Mikaelson, Original Hybrid, the beast that everyone eared but no one saw the kind and gentle man that he could be when he wanted. There was humanity left in him and there was hope for his redemption, in their daughter. Hayley, unbeknownst to her, fell in love with him and couldn't resist his tempting offer to start a relationship with him.

The thing about Klaus is that he never had a relationship with a woman before. He only had flings and one night stands, but he was never fully committed in a relationship with a woman, before her. He wanted to make this work and so did she. Their nights turned passionate and their love for one another was overbearing, something electrifying and magnetic. She couldn't get him out of her head and he wanted her to be all his. She gave him his heart, trusting him that he wouldn't break it and he didn't. He had been guiding it with his undead heart. Hayley smiled at the thought of him and touched her lips, the lips he had kissed so tenderly in their nights together.

"Hayley!" someone exclaimed and she looked up to see Rebekah, Camille and Davina running towards her. Hayley stood up and smiled. "Hey! Where is everyone? What is going on?" Hayley asked. Rebekah frowned. "You mean you don't know? Nik threw a last minute party at the Abattoir. You have to get over there with us!" Rebekah exclaimed and dragged her with them. The three of them were wearing spectacular dresses. "You are going to need a dress for something like this, love." Rebekah told her as she kept dragging her to the compound.

Hayley was pushed out of her room, wearing a sleek, simple and elegant dress with her hair let loose over her shoulders. Rebekah smiled. "It's perfect. We'll leave it like this." she said. "Rebekah, is this really necessary? It's just a party after all." Hayley said. Rebekah just rolled her eyes and told her to get down to the party. Hayley did just that, and she noticed that everyone was there. Every single vampire, werewolf, human and witch from New Orleans. The factions were at peace at last. The one standing on top of a stage was none other than Klaus himself, who was giving a speech, a very interesting speech about himself, his duties towards his family and his child…and to Hayley. Hayley looked surprised as she stood there in the crowd that he mentioned her. She was also surprised that he hadn't told her about this party that he had thrown at the last minute. Why was she the only one left out? "Hayley! The newly transformed hybrid, part of my family and part of my heart, the Queen of Werewolves with an undying soul and an outstanding generosity when it comes to love and affection! Inspiration of my life!" Klaus exclaimed out loud and Hayley's heart melted. She never thought that he would be capable of saying such words about her, never in a million years. He didn't even know she was there, hearing every word.

Once he had finished, he left the stage as he let some band play for the people. Klaus poured himself a glass of red wine and enjoyed it, thinking about her and what he had said about her. He meant what he said. She was his inspiration and he was going to prove it tonight. He put the glass down and turned around, feeling someone approach him. It was her and she was glowing in a dress that made her look like none other than the glorious Queen he knew she was. "Hayley, love, what a surprise!" Klaus exclaimed as he went over to her and tried to steal a kiss but she pulled away, crossing her arms over her chest. "You think? I had to hear about this party from some other people who came looking for me. I was out on the streets, Klaus! You know I don't appreciate it when you keep things from me! I thought you knew me." Klaus sighed and wrapped his hands around her waist, pulling her to him. She uncrossed her arms and let her hands go up and down his chest the way she always liked it.

"I am sorry, little wolf. I just couldn't have you find out." Klaus whispered and kissed her neck. Hayley moaned in pleasure but realized that they were in the middle of a very large group of people. "Klaus, we can't here." she whispered and he pulled away, looking a bit nervous. Hayley liked it when he looked like a small little boy. "Where is Hope?" she asked him and Klaus smiled. "She is upstairs with Rebekah. I asked her to keep an eye on her while we have the night to ourselves." Hayley frowned. "Klaus, you didn't even tell me that this party would occur. What are you talking about?" "Shhh, just follow my lead, love." Klaus whispered, pulling her onto the dance floor as they danced to a slow and gentle song. "Why are you being this secretive?" Hayley whispered in his ear. She forgot all about being mad at him.

He was too good at persuading people and this time, he made her forget about how mad she is that he didn't tell her about the party. "I wanted it to be a surprise, little wolf. Don't judge me." Klaus whispered back and Hayley scoffed. "And when were you planning on getting me?" "I told Rebekah to go and get you." "Klaus, I felt like I was abandoned again. I had a long day out in the bayou and when I came out in town to get a drink, there was no one, no one on the streets, no one in the bar. You should have warned me, not leave me like this, getting scared that something might have happened." Klaus sighed and pulled back from Hayley as the melody ended. He took her to a private patio.

"Are you going to be this secretive all night long? You should tell me so I find more interesting things to do with my time." Klaus could tell that she was really upset because she didn't hear about this party. "I'm sorry, love. I wanted this to be a special occasion." Klaus told her and Hayley scoffed. "Right, a special occasion! I feel humiliated. The only one in this whole city who had no idea there would be a party tonight. Why would you do that to me?" Klaus rubbed his temples. "Listen to me, little wolf! I have something special for us tonight! Dear lord, I had no idea you could be this complicated!" He walked around the patio and Hayley looked down at the ground. She was the one feeling guilty right now. "Sorry I'm so grumpy. I must be a difficult person to be around with, right?" Hayley put her hands on his shoulders and then brushed them over his biceps. Klaus smirked as he turned around and took her into his arms. "I know you are, and I like it." Klaus whispered and brought his forehead to hers. "What is this special occasion? What are you up to this time?" Hayley asked. Since they had made their relationship official a couple of years ago, Klaus has done nothing but surprise her. She usually hated surprises, but not made by him. His surprises, she loved very much and she wanted more. Klaus raised one eyebrow and whispered, "You really want to find out?" Hayley nodded. "I don't think so, little wolf. You have to pay for your little attitude towards my surprise earlier." Hayley stiffed up a giggle but really she just wanted to slap his face playfully. "Please, my love." Hayley whispered seductively and captured his lips in hers. He kissed her back passionately. They were all alone. He felt it was the perfect time now.

Klaus held her hands in his and whispered, "I want you to know you've healed my heart, little wolf. Ever since you've brought Hope into my life and you came strong and you've been my partner and the greatest friend I've ever had. I fell for you, and I am glad I did because I know what a unique woman you are." Klaus' voice was trembling and Hayley smiled. He was nervous. She thought that he would think about making up a love declaration for her. It was very sweet and kind of him to finally let his guard down and express his feelings for her. She knew he would have never done this in public. He had a reputation to keep, but right now, they were all alone.

"Your speech to the public a few minutes ago was so much better, you know." Hayley joked and Klaus reddened a little. Hayley placed her hand on his cheek and whispered with daring eyes. "Whatever you have to say, just say it. I won't judge you for it." He smiled and took a big breath. He took something out of his pocket. It was a little black box with a purple ribbon. Klaus knew that purple was her favorite color. Hayley smiled as she stared at the box. A present, for her. He got her something, but then Klaus did something that she would have never expected him to do. He literally got down on one knee, first making sure no one was watching.

Hayley gasped. "Klaus, what is this?" she asked in a whisper and Klaus opened the little box with a smile on his face. In the box with an oval elegant and formal ring, filled with genuine pure white diamonds. "What do you think this is, little wolf?" Hayley covered her face with her hands in shock and excitement at the same time. Klaus took her hands in his and whispered, "As I tried to express myself before, you brought only happiness in my life. You along with our daughter are the best thing that has ever happened to me. You are my life and you know how difficult it has been for me to say this, love, but you should know that my love for you is pure. I love you and I always will. And I want my little wolf to spend an eternity with me as my Queen." Hayley gaped at him, unable to say anything. "Klaus…what…" she breathed and touched her neck with one hand. Klaus still held onto the other one. "Why would you want to marry me?" Hayley finally asked in a whisper, looking down at him. Klaus just smiled and shook his head.

"You're my little wolf, my love. You are what I want." He took the ring from the box and put it on her finger. "Will you become my wife, my mate and my Queen?" he asked and Hayley hesitated. "Love, you are making a fool out of me. Say it so I will get up." Hayley giggled as she saw Klaus still on one knee. "I do. I accept." Hayley said and Klaus stood up at once, pulling her to him and kissing her softly. He was happy. Happier than anyone could have ever been because he had Hayley and she would become his Queen. Klaus would finally have a woman to love him and to know that he is capable of loving her in return. "Wife." Klaus whispered and smiled at the thought of having Hayley, the mother of his child, the Queen of Werewolves, his mate, the only hybrid left with him as his wife.