The monster in the shadows

Chapter 9

Elena was waiting for him on the steps of the school the next day. Damon had been avoiding her all day, but he guessed he couldn't avoid her any longer. He took a seat next to her. Elena turned her head to meet his gaze.

"Why have you been avoiding me today? You weren't even in class."

Damon exhaled. He didn't want to lie to Elena no matter how much it hurt to discuss Lilly.

"Lilly is in the hospital."

"Oh God Damon. What happened?"

Elena took Damon's hand in hers and squeezed.

"She fell down a flight of stairs."

"Is she okay?"

"No Elena she's not. The doctors say she's in a coma and it's serious. She might not wake up. It's all up to her and fate."

"I'm so sorry Damon. I didn't know."

Damon squeezed her hand back. The doctors were busy running test on Lilly today, but he could visit her tomorrow.

"Will you-Will you come visit her with me tomorrow? I know it's not much of a valentines day date, but I would appreciate it if you were there."

"I'll be there."

Damon leaned into her inhaling her scent.

"Thank you. You have no idea how much this means to me."