Thank you all for your continued support! Your words mean a lot! I just checked the info on the story and the amount of views is absolutely crazy! I'm really glad you're all enjoying it! But let me just get this out, no spoilers intended… IS KLAUS CRAZY? Ugh, I'm going to try to forget about that latest episode…

Chapter 10

Caroline's eyes fluttered open. She could hear the steady breathing of Emma next to her and knew she was still asleep. Caroline groaned and rolled over, a little stiff from lying on the ground. Boy, did she miss her bed.

She picked up her phone from off the ground and sighed as she still had no service. She looked at the time and noticed it said 6 o'clock. She tuned in her vampire hearing and heard the soft snoring of what she presumed to be Elijah, and then the even heavy breathing of Klaus.

Klaus. Oh god, what had she done last night? She kissed the enemy, the same man who wanted to kill all of her friends, and who had wreaked havoc over Mystic Falls. Had she gone crazy? Oh no wait, the best part was that she kissed him back. Yep, she was going insane.

She shut her eyes tight trying to forget the way he gently touched her lips. She had to get away. Save herself and her friends. She knew that she was in too deep the minute they kissed. She had to dig herself out of this hole. The best way? To run, and run as fast as she could to where she hoped Elena and her friends would be. And she wouldn't stop until she found them. She still had Emma's protection spell, and that wouldn't last forever, she had maybe 10 hours left, she wasn't sure. That would save her in the long run though. This was her only chance. It was still a bit dark, and she would be protected from any spell or object coming at her. Everyone was sleeping still, so all she had to do was sneak out and make a break for it.

You can do this Caroline.

She slowly sat up and pulled herself out of her sleeping bag. She remembered her pack was by the fire, so she'd just have to grab it and run. She crawled over to the entrance of the tent. Damn, this was going to be hard without making a noise.

She held her breath as she slowly unzipped the door. She winced when she realized Emma rolled over in her sleep. Her eyes slowly drifted open, but shut again just as quickly. Thank God.

Caroline opened the tent only as much as needed, and quickly stepped outside. She didn't want to risk being too loud. She still had the darkness as her cover, so she quickly cued in on her back pack and tiptoed over to grab it. Once she secured it on her back, she glanced back over to the tents. She could really do this. And without another thought, she dashed off into the woods.

She ran faster than she ever had before. If she wanted to get a head start, she would need all of her speed to distance herself from Klaus and Elijah. Two originals on her tail would be very, very, bad.

She smiled as she felt the wind behind her back, giving her an extra boost. She knew she triggered a trap, but it seemed to happen in slow motion and she was able to jump over it. Who's smarter than the traps now?

Finally, after running for what felt like forever, she took a quick break in the clearing that she had seen before from the huge cliff. She took out her phone and it said 7:30. She had been running for an hour and a half, and everyone would most likely be up by now. Good thing she was nearing the other side of the island.

Honestly though, she felt lost, and she had no idea how to find any of her friends. She could be going the complete wrong direction. If she was anywhere near them, wouldn't Rebekah or someone at least be able to sense her? She was getting so frustrated.

She took off once again in some random direction, she though was east. Maybe she should go to where Emma had mentioned the well was. But that could quite possibly be where they were headed, and she didn't want to risk anything.

She came to a stop once she heard a twig snap on the ground, and not by her own doing. She whipped around just as an arrow was released headed straight toward her chest, but it bounced off her invisible shield effortlessly and lodged itself in the tree next to her. She turned around to see a man whose face was full of confusion. He quickly snapped out of it and drew his bow again though and shot another arrow for her, this time aiming for her head. She easily grabbed it in midair and held it in her hand.

She inspected the point and used her finger to touch the tip. Her skin sizzled and she hissed.

"Vervain huh? Someone's done their research." Caroline said in a sinister voice. The look on the man's face was priceless. He still was in shock the arrow completely missed her.

She turned the arrow around in her hand and slid her fingers up the shaft, finding an indent in the wood. She looked and noticed the symbol of the five hunters. She was a bit surprised, but maybe it would be best to find out who this man was.

She flashed over to him and held him against the tree, one hand at his throat.

"You might not want to kill me there, blondie." The man choked out.

"Oh, you're quite right; I know you're one of the five. I'd prefer to not live my days out in crazy land, don't worry." Caroline said sweetly turning on the charm. Sure this guy was more than immune to her ways, but hey, she had to forget about Klaus, and maybe this guy would be able to help her, so why be a bitch?

Caroline released him, and took a step back. She inspected him, taking in his orange, blonde hair that was neatly placed on top of his head. He had a little bit of scruff, just like Klaus did. He always had some blue eyes and an accent. Damn, this guy was a harsh reminder of the hybrid himself.

The man rubbed his stiff neck from being held to the tree.

"Well since you can't hurt me, and I obviously can't hurt you; you might as well know my name. Caroline Forbes, nice to meet you." Caroline stuck out her hand.

The man hesitantly took it. "Galen Vaughn, but you can just call me Vaughn."

Caroline smiled and nodded.

"So, if I may ask, how did my arrow not hurt you?" Vaughn asked.

"Let's just say, I have a little magic on my side." Caroline smirked.

Vaughn was quite intrigued by how much this Barbie vampire knew. "So let's see, you know about the hunters, you have a witch's protection, you're a vampire, and all alone on this island searching for..."

"The cure, yes." Caroline finished for him.

Vaughn smiled. "Wow, this is quite interesting. May I ask how you know about the five, and why exactly a pretty little thing like you is looking for the cure? Alone?"

Caroline wasn't sure how well she could trust this man. Was he honestly going to give her the time of day? She definitely shouldn't tell him Emma's spell would wear off. He'd kill her for sure. She decided she would stick with half of the truth.

"My best friend's brother is a hunter. She also had killed a hunter and had to suffer the consequences, and by awakening a new hunter, her brother, her madness ended. That's how I know about that. Secondly, I have my own personal reasons for wanting the cure, but maybe you could share yours with me since I assume you're here for that as well?"

Vaughn laughed. "Nice try, but I'm not sharing my reasons with a stranger."

Caroline frowned. "I'd hardly call it that; we're on a first name basis."

"Like I said, good try blondie." Vaughn winked and turned to walk away, slinging his bow back on his back.

Caroline mentally cursed herself. Maybe if she worked with this hunter, she would be able to find her friends, or even the cure itself. She could bring it back to Mystic Falls, and let Elena know she had it. Was she going crazy lately? Kissing Klaus, and now wanting to work with some random hunter guy?

However he was getting away, and she had to make a move.

"I know where the cure might be!" Caroline said desperately. That should get his attention.

He turned back around. "Is that so?" He questioned.

"Yes, and I'm not bluffing, believe me." Caroline retaliated.

"Okay, then prove it, please." Vaughn said gesturing with his hand.

"The people I came to the island with, well they had a witch. She did a powerful location spell, and she said she had felt a strong presence in the north. I know it may not be much to go on, but it's better than nothing, and I'm guessing you it's more than what you had. I also know that we just met and you have no intention trusting the very thing that you like to kill, but seeing as you can't harm me and I won't touch you, like I mentioned before, maybe we can work together." Caroline said, hoping to hear the answer she wanted.

Vaughn seemed to consider it, but spoke. "I know your kind and how you are. I have no way of knowing you won't double cross me. You still don't know why I want the cure."

"True, but if that were the case, I could've had you in the water, tied up and drowning on your own accord. I'd have nothing to lose since I'm invincible at the moment. That should say something right there. Plus, I'm not your typical vampire. Also, as for the cure, we split it. Sound good?"

Caroline felt like she was making a deal with the devil, bargaining without thinking. She was just going to have to go along with it. At least she would have someone on her side that was equipped with dealing with supernatural creatures.

"You've got yourself a deal Caroline. However, don't make the mistake of trying to trick me. You may be invincible but your family is not." Vaughn said dead serious.

Great, this guy sounded more and more like Klaus by the second.

"Right, you have my word." Caroline said smiling.

"Good. Now north bound, let's see."

Vaughn took out his compass and turned in the correct direction.

"I say we keep walking until we reach the north shore. From there we can figure out what to do."

"Ok." Caroline said, and they started walking together.

"So Caroline, tell me. Where are you from?" Vaughn asked.

Caroline wasn't sure at first if she should really be telling all these personal questions, but realized she really didn't have a choice. She had wanted to dig herself out of a hole, but only seemed to bury herself deeper.

"Mystic Falls, a place full of crazy supernatural creatures." Caroline said with a laugh.

"Oh, that sounds lovely." Vaughn said jokingly.

"Yes, now I must ask. Why exactly do you want the cure?" Caroline questioned.

"Well you've been honest with me so I'll be honest with you. I want this cure for Silas."

"Silas?"

"Yes, the oldest supernatural being on earth. Even before the time of the Originals. He's been asleep and hidden away for thousands of years. He played the woman that loved him into thinking that he loved her as well. Turns out he only wanted to become immortal and once that happened he hit the road. She was devastated and gave Silas the cure, saying that he could either starve of blood and stay hidden away for an eternity, or drink the cure and die a human. You can guess which one he picked."

"Well, that's definitely interesting." Caroline replied intrigued.

"Yes, it certainly is. Anyways, as a hunter, it is my duty to rid the world of Silas and the threat he could impose on the world if he was released. Too many people want him alive, so if I'm able to feed him the cure and kill him human, then my and my ancestors' goal will be fulfilled, and centuries of my ancestors will see peace." Vaughn said with a determined look.

"Wow, that's very honorable of you. We'll make sure that that can happen." Caroline said with a smile.

Vaughn returned her smile and nodded. "So you never said, what's your reason for obtaining the cure?"

This is the part where Caroline would lie and hope he wouldn't see right through it. She couldn't go into detail about getting it for a friend and her lover. No, she would just say herself.

"I was turned a vampire against my will. To send a message to my friends and family by a bitch named Katarina Petrova. I never wanted to be this. I wanted a normal life, a family, and to grow old with my husband. That was all taken away from me, and now I have the chance to get it back. Wouldn't you take that too?"

"I suppose I would. I understand." Vaughn said almost sympathetically.

Caroline sighed and looked out toward the trees. She still felt awful for leaving Klaus, especially after last night. What could that have turned into? And how could she forget about him? She couldn't deny it anymore. She had feelings for him.

Ok guys! Hope you like this team I have going, Vaughn and Caroline! I know there wasn't much Klaus, but believe me there will be much to come in the future! Dont't worry (; Also please review, favorite, and follow! Means a lot :) XO