A/N: meant to have this up two weeks ago but i ran out of time before i went to Greece. Which, btw, is amazing! But spent a lot of time climbing hills to look at ancient rocks. I'm not opposed to Culture. I just prefer it at ground level.

Right, warning for this chapter. It does include lemons but it's a...erm...slightly weird one. Anyone else wondered what happens when a vampire is around a girl on her period?

I woke up and for the first time in a long time, i felt completely at peace. Elijah was curled up beside me, his hand stroking small circles on my stomach, his body warming my own. I smiled to myself, pleased and relieved that the affection he'd claimed last night had continued on to this morning. I rolled over to face him.

"Morning" I murmured.

"Good morning my sweet" he kissed me softly. I smiled against his lips. He held me for a while, stroking my hair while I basked in the contentment that radiated through my entire body. After a while, I stretched and made to get up. In a split second, Elijah had me flat on my back, pinning me down.

"Where are you going?"

"Erm…." I shifted uncomfortably "Up? To shower? Get dressed? You know…daily stuff?" He shook his head.

"Nope. You're injured. You're not leaving this bed" he grinned. I rolled my eyes.

"So I was strong enough to sleep with you but not to have a shower?"

"Well, you most certainly may have a shower…however, I must be present in case you require…" he smirked "my assistance. But other then that, you can't go anywhere else" I giggled.

"I'm at your mercy" his smirk grew, he sat up, letting me free. I sighed happily. "So what am I meant to do all day?"

"Hmm...i'm sure we could find something to entertain you" He grinned.

"Down boy" i teased "Breakfast first" He nodded and got up

"Wait here for me?" It was a request, despite his earlier words. I nodded. He left the room. I relaxed into the pillows, happy. I liked seeing this almost care free side of Elijah. It was a nice change from his carefully constructed distance.

He came back in after a few minutes with a plate of French toast. He handed it to me but didn't sit down.

"You alright?" I asked, slightly worried.

"I bought you something" he told me. I watched him, curious.

"Really? When?"

"A little while back. I haven't had a chance to give it to you until now" He fetched a small wrapped package and returned to the bed, sitting next to me. I moved closer. He handed me the package. Slowly, hands shaking, I unwrapped it. Inside was a beautiful leather bound notebook with my name embossed in gold on the front. I stared "I remembered when I first visited your room that you had a diary. I knew you didn't have anything from your home so I thought maybe…you could use this" he looked at me, almost nervously.

"It's beautiful Elijah. I love it" i told him, sincerity ringing in my voice. He smiled and kissed the top of my head.

The rest of the day passed quickly. We ate, we talked, and we laughed before i fell asleep in his arms. It felt like one of those old movies where there's a cheesy montage of romantic moments before the hell breaks loose. But whatever was coming next, i was glad i had this time with him. It was so absolutely normal.

***The Next Morning***

I woke up early the next day. I didn't move, enjoying the warmth from Elijah's body too much to disturb him. I had a strange feeling in my stomach that felt familiar and worrying. I rested a hand on my stomach, frowning, and shifted my position slightly. It was then that i felt dampness between my legs and realised in horror what had happened. I sat up slowly and peeked under the covers. Yes. It had happened.

I slipped out of bed, being careful not to wake the sleeping original. I was thankful that Elijah didn't have the same penchant for skimpy nighties as Klaus did and i was wearing boy shorts and a tank top to bed.

"Elena...?" came a sleepy groan from the bed. I let out a squeak and ran to the bathroom. I locked myself in and sat on the toilet lid. Right, time to assess the situation.

I was on my period.

There was a very powerful vampire outside the bathroom door.

Vampires like blood. A lot.

The bathroom door didn't look very strong.

I felt like screaming.

"Elena?" there was a knock at the door "Are you o..." his voice trailed off. I put my head in my hand, cursing under my breath. I could imagine what was happening outside. He had smelt the blood. His eyes would slowly change colour. His fangs would slide out. And i was trapped, helpless.

"Elena...you're bleeding" he stated.

"Yes" i squeaked.

"Are you hurt?"

"no"

"Elena, i can smell the blood. I know you're injured"

"I'm not injured" my voice was getting higher and higher the more stressed i got.

"Elena..." he growled, warning me that he didn't like lies. But i wasn't lying.

"I'm not injured Elijah...erm...it's my time of the month"

Silence. I felt nervous.

"Erm...i don't suppose Klaus bought tampons when he stocked the bathroom?" i laughed anxiously. There was more silence for a moment, and then Elijah spoke.

"No...but one of the witches might have some. I'll be back in a moment" I heard the door close. I exhaled slowly, then took off my shorts. If i was trapped in a bathroom, i was going to have a shower.

I turned the water up high so steam filled the room, then got in. I didn't hear the bathroom door open, didn't notice until i stepped out again and saw Elijah seated nearby. I jumped.

"You...you startled me" i thought about covering myself up but it seemed kind of pointless.

"Sorry" he held up a bundle of clothes and a small cardboard box.

"Thanks" i was so grateful for the clothes, i didn't question how he'd got in. When i went to take them however, he stopped me.

"Elena...i want to ask something from you"

"Okay...?"

"It's alright if you say no"

"Well ask, then you'll find out what my answer is" He bit his lip.

"I want to feed from you"

"Right..." His eyes glanced down at my legs. I got what he meant "You mean...?" He nodded "Erm...oh...kay"

He looked shocked.

"Really?" i nodded.

"Yeah...guess so. In here or...?"

"On the sofa would probably be best"

"Right" i wrapped a towel around myself and went back into the bedroom/living area. I sat down awkwardly on the sofa, unsure about what i was doing. Elijah came over and knelt before me.

"Relax" he said, stroking my cheek reassuringly "It'll be fine" I nodded, rested my head against the back of the sofa and closed my eyes. I felt his cool breath on my core and shivered. A moment later his tongue trailed across me. I let out a small moan. Someone (Probably Caroline) had told me everything was more sensitive when you were on your period. I guessed it was true. He began to languidly lap up the blood pooled between my thighs while I moaned and writhed in pleasure. The slow torture was intense, I gripped the sofa and closed my eyes.

"Elijah….Elijah….ooooh…." I moaned loudly, so close to my climax

"What the fuck is going on in here?" Both our heads shot up. Klaus was standing in the doorway.