Have fun reading, guys. I've finished classes so I have a bit of spare time in my hands before exams. I figured I might as well write as much as I can!

I loooooovvveeee Caroline. In fact I might write a fanfic about her when this one is finished. Anyway, I just HAD to make sure she was in the story quite a bit. We'll be seeing her for a while :)

Enjoy! x

Bonnie sat silent in the passenger seat of Caroline's car.

She was not looking forward to this conversation, not looking forward to having to explain what Caroline walked in on. Right at this moment, she resented Caroline a little-just a minuscule amount. She'd missed her best friend more than she realised, but having her interrupt a monumental moment in her relationship with Damon made her a little annoyed. Despite that, she was actually glad Caroline was here. She needed someone to talk to about what happened.

Caroline pulled into her driveway and Bonnie got out of the car.

"Don't worry, my mom is at work. I came around here before I went over to the boarding house," Caroline stated casually. She unlocked her front door and they went inside.

Caroline went over and flopped on the couch, and Bonnie joined her. "Okay," Caroline started. "Please explain to me what the hell I've missed in the past few months. Start at the beginning."

Bonnie sighed. This would be hard. She couldn't tell Caroline about Ariana, so she'd have to be careful with what she said.

"Okay, so like I told you when I first got back, I returned to Mystic Falls because I was a little homesick and I'd done enough sightseeing anyway." Caroline nodded and then waved her hand. "Get to the part where you decided to make out with the worst person in the world."

Bonnie sighed again, this time in exasperation. "Care, I love you, but can you please not start judging me? You always do this; you jump to the worst conclusions, especially when it comes to Damon. So please, for once can you just listen instead of talking about how I made the wrong decision?" She looked down. "I… I need you right now."

Caroline's features softened. "I'm sorry, Bon. I really am. I promise I'll listen to what you have to say. You're my best friend; I'd do anything for you." Bonnie looked up and smiled. "Thanks Care."

Caroline smiled back. "Of course. Now please, continue with the story."

Bonnie clasped her hands together. "Well, I went to see Matt, but he's so busy working full time now we haven't actually been able to hang out, and I, um, decided to just casually drop by and see how Damon was. And I mean he has a lot of free time so I just always went around to hang out-I mean it's better than hanging out home alone. Plus, I missed you guys. Damon was a part of the group, and it was just nice to be with someone who was still around."

Caroline smiled sympathetically. "You should have told me, I would have come to visit!"

Bonnie shook her head. "No I told you to concentrate on studying. Plus it would be easier for me to visit up there, but I've just had so much on my plate." Caroline's brows furrowed. "Like what?"

Crap, Bonnie thought. As far as Caroline knew, Bonnie was just hanging around town and laying low until next semester when she started at the college as well. Caroline had no idea that she had been learning all new spells-or the effects they were having.

"Uh… I've just been a little stressed about starting college. I mean, you, Stefan and Elena have been there almost a year already. I'm going to be a freshman. It's a little daunting, so-" Caroline interrupted her. "Bonnie! You so don't need to stress out about that, you're going to do so well! I still can't believe we're going to be moving in together, it's going to be fantastic!"

Bonnie and Caroline had made plans years ago to live together when they left town, and Caroline had already found a great place for them. If Bonnie was positive she would still be around in the coming months, she would be more excited for it. But for now, anything could happen.

"I know," Bonnie said, smiling weakly. "It's going to be great."

Caroline glared. "We're getting off topic! I want to know why I walked in on you and Damon Salvatore having one of what sounds like many of your make out sessions."

Bonnie shook her head. "That's the first time we've ever done anything, Caroline. Well, besides the time I kissed him, but that-" Caroline interrupted again. "You kissed Damon? When? Why?"

This is getting hard. I can't tell her I kissed him because he comforted me when I was worried about the evil witch who kidnapped me and is after my powers… This is ridiculous.

Bonnie scrambled for an answer. "Because I… was having anxiety over starting college. Yeah. He was comforting me and I kissed him. Then I told him it didn't mean anything, but Care… It did. It really did. And what you walked in on… Before that I told him I cared about him. And then he told me cared about me too and he would never want to see me hurt, and things sorted of just… happened."

Caroline looked like she was about to say something sarcastic but though better. Instead she asked, "So you guys were making out because you told each other you cared about each other?"

Bonnie smiled. "Yeah, that's about it. But I don't know where to go from here. I mean, we finally have a solid friendship and I don't want to lose him, but… I want more with him. I don't know what to do."

Caroline gave Bonnie a strange look. "How do you feel about Damon?"

Bonnie looked away. "He was there for me when I needed help… with the stress about college. He was sweet; he didn't expect anything from me in return, he just wanted to help me. And he's always there if I need someone to talk to. He's so selfless, and kind, and I love being around him. I love being with him. I… I think I love him, Care."

That was the first time Bonnie had ever said her feelings for Damon aloud. And if she doubts before, she didn't now. She knew she loved him now, and she wanted to be with him. He challenged her, made her feel like a strong, independent woman- someone complete. She didn't know why she hadn't said it out loud sooner. She wanted to tell everyone she knew.

"I'm in love with Damon," she repeated, a smile forming on her face. Just saying those words made her feel giddy-like she was high on nothing but life. Yes, she had loved Jeremy. And she always would. But this love for Damon was different; more intense, a different kind of love. And she wanted him for herself for the rest of her life.

Throughout Bonnie's epiphany, Caroline remained silent. When Bonnie looked at her, she just sat there looking at Bonnie.

"Care? Please say something," Bonnie said.

For a moment she didn't. Then slowly, a grin appeared on her face. "I can't say I'm Damon's biggest fan, but he makes you happy. From what it sounds like, he was there when you needed him the most. I mean, you're pretty much glowing right now and it's so good to see. And I'm so happy for you, Bonnie… But, you guys haven't discussed the situation. You know how you feel about him; do you know how he feels about you?"

Bonnie considered what she said. It was true; she knew one hundred percent how she felt about Damon. And Damon had said he cared about her… but how much? She figured he couldn't possibly be in love with her, but could she be wrong?

"He said he cared about me… but there was no elaboration. Care, what should I do? Do I tell him how I feel or just leave things as they are? I mean, if I tell him, would he feel the same way? I don't want to lose him, and my feelings might scare him away if he doesn't actually feel the same."

Caroline simply stared at Bonnie. Finally, she said, "I think you're the only one who can answer that. But would you rather not say anything and wonder 'what if' for the rest of your life, or do you tell him, and if he doesn't reciprocate, you know the answer and can move on?"

Bonnie was conflicted. Tell him she was in love with him and risk him not feeling the same way? Or keep their friendship intact, but lose the opportunity to take it to the next level for good?

Bonnie smiled. "I'm going to tell him. If he doesn't feel the same way…" she paused and then looked at Caroline. "Then, at least he knows how I feel."

Caroline grinned. "That's my girl. When are you going to tell him?"

"Tonight," Bonnie answered immediately. She didn't want to hide her new feelings; she felt like a weight had been lifted from her heart. At least, for now. After tonight, who knew how she would feel.

"Caroline, what do you think Elena will think of me when she finds out?" Bonnie asked hesitantly.

Caroline smiled sympathetically. "Does it matter? She's with Stefan, Bonnie. She has no hold over Damon anymore. Plus, you're her best friend, she'll be glad you're happy after losing Jeremy. And from the look of his face when I walked through that door, I'd say he's moved on. Her input doesn't even matter."

Bonnie didn't feel any better. "At least they're not back until tomorrow. I want to clear the air with Damon before Elena comes back. Just in case."

A moment of silence passed before Caroline spoke up again. "I still can't believe I walked in on you guys. Thank god you weren't actually going at it. This would have been a more awkward conversation."

Bonnie started laughing, and soon Caroline caught on, and the two friends sat there laughing about nothing for another ten minutes.

"I've missed you so much Care," Bonnie said after wiping the tears from her eyes.

"Naw, I missed you too," Caroline replied. "It's been way too long. Luckily we won't have to worry about that when we're living together. You'll end up seeing more than enough of me."

Bonnie laughed weakly, but inside her good mood dimmed a little.

I hope I'm strong enough to beat her, she thought grimly. But she brushed those thoughts aside as they left for the boarding house. Tonight she would tell Damon she loved him. And he would either say it back or say the opposite. Either way, she was ready.

Despite Bonnie's plans, things got detoured when they came up the driveway.

Stefan and Elena stood outside unloading the car while chatting with Damon. Caroline immediately glanced over at Bonnie, who was frozen in her seat, with concerned eyes.

"You okay, Bonnie?"

They came back early.

Bonnie's declaration might have to wait a while.

I hope you like it. I'm so glad I can bring a few of the other characters into the story! This is quite monumental for Bonnie, but as usual, things are never easy for her. And being in love with someone as stubborn as Damon would be sure to drive you up the wall. Nevertheless the climax of the story will be coming up pretty soon, i'm just tweaking the storyline a little.

Read and review away you lovely people, tell me what you think! Bless your hearts :)