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Klaus POV
Tonight.
Tonight.
That's all and then...Eternity together. Together in a world where we will be invincible; nothing will be able to come between us. Not my father, not my mother – no one. I won't let them; I have waited too long for this to be taken away from me.
I find it incredible that I have been able to last a month without going mad and forcing her to marry me. But now my only worry is that she will still refuse me – however I highly doubt this; we have shared too many blissful moments together for her to believe any reason why we should not be bound together in holy matrimony.
Deep breaths. Deep breaths. Don't screw this up!
I hardly dare to admit it but I am nervous. How can I not be? I am about to ask the woman I love if she will take me – the twisted, evil, original Hybrid; who has caused her to hurt more than anyone else in the world, to marry her. I still remember her stone white, emotionless face as lied to her about my love for her; her stiff, quivering tone as she let me go. I did that to her – I caused her such pain she didn't even want to stay in the house a moment longer and ran away.
What if she refuses me? What would I do? I would not be able to live without her at me side. She is my reason for living this immortal life and without her as my guardian angel that life is worthless. I am worthless without her – there's no denying it. I would kill myself before I let her walk out of my life.
I have made plans for my upcoming proposal. How does; A trip into town in our best carriage, to dine in her favourite tea parlour for breakfast where she will receive a bouquet of her favourite flower (Tulips). I shall then whisk her to the theatre to see her favourite play – A mid summers night dream by William Shakespeare in which she will be wearing her brand new gown I have chosen for her. When the play has finished I shall take her back to the restaurant for a candle light dinner where we shall drink champagne and I shall declare my undying love to her. Then at the end of the dinner I shall present her with a small, ring sized jewellery box. Perhaps a cruel joke on my part as it will not hold her ring. That will come later when at the very end of the night, when I take her along the gardens to our secret hideaway I will engage her in a debate which will distract her mind for a short while and then and only then... Will I bend down on one knee, declare my love and ask for her hand in marriage.
I doubt it will go according to plan, especially with my luck.
Deep breaths, deep breaths. Even though I don't need it, I find it extraordinarily calming. Ah well, to hell with it I need to get my act together! I've only got twenty minutes until we have to set off for the restaurant.
I told her to meet me in the parlour in the note I sent her last night, which was attached to a bouquet of tulips again; along with her new designer dress. It's just perfect for our day; its lavish and bold, however it doesn't out shine her beauty rather it adds to her features to create one, beautiful, dazzling young girl who will outshine any woman she crosses with flying colours.
Well I better not keep the little lady waiting.
I step into the parlour room and see her sitting on the maroon red love seat by the window, sipping her tea. She stares out the window lost in her thoughts; so much she doesn't appear to notice me entre and continues her gazing. I smile as I see her wearing my dress, it suits her perfectly and matches her eyes in blue lace and satin bust, which then drapes down in folds and ruffles with diamonds further in crusted on the bust and ruffles. She is the picture of beauty.
I clear my throat to finally get her attention and she head swirls around to look at me. A bright smile crosses her face as she sees me and she sets down her tea cup. "Where have you been? Why have you taken so long?"
I make my way towards her and take her hand in mine, guiding her to stand up. "I'm sorry love, I got caught up with Kol – he wanted to ask me for something" I lie, I was in fact making sure no one bothered us for the whole day. "Have you been waiting long?"
She smiles warmly. "No not that long. I'm glad you and Kol seem to be growing closer, just like a family again."
I raise my eyebrows in alarm. "Where not that close yet, sweetheart! Perhaps in time, however for now; we are still developing our brotherhood."
She nods in understanding but the disbelief is evident in her eyes. She has obviously seen the transactions between myself and Kol, and feels that we share a 'special bond' in her words. She shakes her head as if to clear her mind and squeezes my hand tight.
"So" her eyes shine in interest. "Where are we going today?"
I smirk as she tries to sound detached and uninterested. However I see that glimmer, I hear that edge to her voice that tells me she expects something tonight. I quickly hide the smirk and put on an innocent smile.
"It's a surprise darling. If I told you, I would have to kill you" I tease her and am delighted when I see her huff in exasperation.
I had done the exact same thing last night when she asked me and she went into as strop, declaring that we shouldn't hide things from each other if we were in love. I too declared that I am doing this due to my love and so insist on it being as it is for now. I must admit I do enjoy teasing her she looks so sexy when she's mad! I just want to kiss her until we are both faint.
We walk to the carriage in utter silence. She nods her head in a thank you to john as he opens the door for her and even he picks up on her stiff posture as he raises his eyes at me. if this was anyone but John I would have punched then into oblivion, however I have known John for a long while and see him as an old friend, so I just shake my head and nod to him myself.
I stare at her, staring out the carriage window as we start to make our way into town. "You are not speaking to me, love?"
She sighs and turns to face me with a haughty expression. "Why can't you just tell me? I'm going to find out anyway."
"What are you worried about?" I frown at the twinge in her tone. "What do you think I shall do?"
She sighs again and looks down at her hands, which are entwined together on her lap. "I'm just..." She trails off and I finally see the doubt in her eyes. "I'm not used to anything like this. I always knew what I was expecting with you and now you're doing this for me. I just... I don't like not knowing with you, I know you won't disappoint me or hurt me, But the last time you took me by surprise you broke my heart. I'm just having a hard time adjusting to another surprise."
I cringe in guilt when she mentions her broken heart and I reach over to caress her hand. "I promise you, I will never hurt you again. I love you. I promise this is a good surprise."
"If you say so" she smiles tightly.
"Nik! Oh my god really!" She squeals as she sees the tea shop sign in front of her. "You can't get a seat in here normally! They sell the best food here."
I smile at her. "I know, you talk about it all the time"
She rolls her eyes at me but she's smiling. I love to see her smile because of something I did. She grabs hold of my hand and looks up pleading into my eyes. "Can we go in now?"
"Yes love-" Before I can finish my sentence she's already dragging me in at full speed. I have never seen her so excited.
As soon as we enter we are bombarded with waiters and waitresses with more and more food and wine. After her second glass of white wine I stop her from drinking anymore. I don't want her to be too drunk that she forgets we're engaged.
When we are finished at the tea shop I take her hand and guide her out of the restaurant and back into the carriage.
"Thank you for my surprise! It was very sweet of you!" she exclaims as we sit side by side in the carriage, her head resting on my shoulder. I kiss the top of her head and smile fondly down at her.
"Who says that was just your surprise?"
She gasps and sits up quickly. "What do you mean? There's more?"
"So much more, you'll just have to wait and see" I smirk at her as I see the glint in her eyes.
This time however she only squints her eyes at me and rests her head back on my shoulder. I smile again and rest my head against hers.
When we arrive at the theatre and my second surprise of the day is revealed she again squeals and bounces around like a little girl on Christmas. I love to see her like this; so happy, so without worry. I wish to see her like this all the time; Carefree and wild. She jumps on me and kisses me hard on the lips; her tongue at war with mine. It's not long before we're moaning into each other and we only break apart when an elderly woman clears her throat rather loudly. I turn to her as Caroline buries her face in my chest in her embarrassment. I growl at the woman and she gasps and waddles off quickly. I smirk and place my lips on Caroline's again for one last sweet kiss before I take her hand in mine and take her into our private booth. The play begins and I see the joy evident on her face, I hope the night continues on like this – I can't wait any longer. She laughs at the character of Puck and I have to say he is quite witty! Kol would have a field day with that fairy.
When the play is over she seems rather disappointed that it's over and I promise her we will go to the theatre more often now I know she enjoys it so much. Her face lightens up immensely but I can see the disappointment as she was expecting something else before the night finishes.
Just wait a little longer my sweet.
"Niklaus, this is amazing. Thank you for this great day. I am glad I didn't beg you to turn the carriage back on the way here this morning." She giggles sweetly and chuckle along with her.
"Yes so am I my love"
We are seated by the fire place in the now candle lit restaurant, rose petals are scattered throughout the room with the occasional scented candle here and about. Our hands are connected on the table as we gaze into each other's eyes in a daze.
"I have something for you, my sweet" I tell her and I see the spark replace in her eyes.
"You do?"
I smile and nod and retrieve the jewellery box from my blazer pocket and out it into the centre of her hand. "Caroline my love, I want you to be happy. And when I looked into your eyes today and saw all the joy and delight glitter in your eyes and realised I gave you that joy well... It made me realise I can make you the happiest woman in the world if you will let me. So I have gotten you this for you, I hope it explains to you the extent of my love for you"
There is no holding back the tears as they spill out of her eyes like a waterfall down her pale cheeks. Am I being too cruel? I hope not, I don't want her to be too pissed off at me. She slowly opens the box as if she is anticipating what's going to come out. Sorry, sweetheart!
The smile is large and bright on her face and when she glances at the box and its contents it dims a little before trying to regain her senses and tries to hide her disappointment.
"Oh..." She says simply and picks out the gold earrings incrusted with our initials in diamond and Chrystal. "Their beautiful, thank you Niklaus; I love them!"
I can see she really does appreciate and love the earrings but I can see her disappointment clearly as well as a hint of sadness lurking in her eyes. I feel horrible now I see I've caused her this. I just wanted to put her off track not hurt her. I can't take it back now though and have to go through with the original plan, god help me I just have to hope she says yes.
Caroline POV
What?
Doesn't he want me? Doesn't he want to marry me?
Don't get me wrong I do truly do love the earrings but... I was hoping for a ring to be in that box. A ring to declare how much he loves me.
Wasn't this the agreement? We would wait a month and he would ask me once more and I would answer him then? Why isn't he asking? I mean he planned this wonderful day which he normally wouldn't do if it wasn't an important day.
He helps me put them on and I kiss him heartily. I'm disappointed but I still love him and I will wait until he's ready.
"Well Love, I had a delightful day. How about you, sweetheart?" Nik inquires as we stroll through the mansion gardens in the dead of night.
It's eerily beautiful. Candles spotted here and about, eliminating the various flowers and trees making everything glow beautifully. The light reflects on the small bird baths and water fountains, making it shimmer and reflect the light. How blessed I am to live in a place such as this!
"I too had a wonderful time Niklaus. I am so grateful you did this for me, I shall never forget it."
He smiles, his cute, shy smile that he only smiles for me and I reflect it back at him. We are like a pair of love struck idiots. He leads me to our special hideaway and as we enter my breath is stolen from me.
"Oh my Lord!" I breathe.
It's so beautiful! No words could express the beauty of this place it's just amazing! The moonlight reflection on the pond water, the candle light eliminating the flowers as well as the tree; giving it a spooky reflection behind it.
"I know it is brilliant at night." He comments as he leads me to the bench in the corner.
"I wanted to tell you something Caroline" He tells me and I can't help but wonder; bad or good? "Elijah and I have found a solution to our financial problems. This intends that we no longer have to be married. I find myself thankful in a way, not due to my feelings towards you; I love you whole heartedly and I do intend to marry you one day however, I feel we would need more time to put everything in place for our marriage." He states seriously when he turns towards me and places his hands in mine.
What? He doesn't want to marry me now? Now that he has a solution he doesn't need to so he doesn't want to? What the fuck? Was that all I was? A solution to his problem and now he has another he doesn't need me to marry him anymore!
Before I can unleash my outrage, he carries on. "I find myself thinking why we would need to marry now anyway? Why do people marry these days? What does it prove? It's just a piece of paper saying that you will stay together and have made vows to be faithful and helpful or even obedient. What is the point in that; I mean what does it mean? You can make those vows even without marriage! And I feel that's how we are; we don't need a stupid piece of paper to declare our love!"
And that's it I finally let go. "What does it mean? WHAT DOES IT MEAN?" I scream in his face but he doesn't even flinch. "It means a declaration of love! It means that theses two people know they love each other and want to let everyone know about it! It people should want to in love! It's not just a dumb piece of paper, its proof that they are committed and aren't scared to show it!"
I stand up and pace the garden. What the fuck has happened to him? Why has he suddenly changed like this?
"I mean..." I trail off and sigh. "You may not feel the need to declare our love like that but I do! I love you and..." I trail off again as I turn back to see him.
Only he's not sitting on the bench anymore. He's bent down on one knee, a huge smile on his face, love in his eyes and holding out a small white velvet box... with a diamond ring placed in the centre of it.
Oh... My... God!
"Caroline, I love you. I've always loved you. When I lost you... My heart was ripped into shreds. From that moment I realised I never want to let you go again, I need you in my life to live! You are my life force and without you I am nothing, I am pointless. You make me feel alive. Before you I thought I could never love, but now... you've shown me what love can bring you. You've done so much for me; brought me and my family closer, loved me when I didn't deserve to be loved. I can never repay you for the things you've don't for me. I know you think I'm doing this because of the money business and I did lie about another solution. You're still our only hope. But I truly love you with all my heat my precious angel! You are beauty personified, an angel sent down from heaven to guide me through life. So Caroline, my beauty... Will you marry me?"
Klaus POV
It seems like a decade has past as she stands there stunned into silence. She finally takes a deep breath... and then launches herself as me, a dazzling smile on her face and tears running down her cheeks.
"Of course I will! Yes! Of course yes!"
I smile and... I can't believe it! I'm crying! Me crying! I'm so happy I just can't help it any more. This is what she does to me!
I slip the ring onto her finger and pull her towards me as we clash together in a sweet kiss as I hold her close.
Together forever.
Hope you enjoyed this! Here is the link to the ring I picked out for them! uk/product_36681
