A/N: Early update, I was just excited cause another one of my favorite parts is coming and I'm eager to get there, so here's a post for your Saturday! As always, thanks for all the reviews, follows, favorites and support, means a lot!

Summary: Klaus was not the only one affected by the hybrid curse, denying him his werewolf side. The curse had a second victim, his wife Caroline, who for a 1000 years he thought was dead. Only days before he is meant to break his hybrid curse, he learns she is alive and closer than he ever imagined. Klaroline!Time travel story

Chapter Twelve: Full Moon

Two weeks later

Caroline had never been to take things lying down, well not always. Of course she could recall a few moments in the past when she would roll over and do whatever someone said if it meant they would approve of her. She winced as a few unpleasant moments flashed through her mind, but she quickly pushed them aside.

As she stood here alone in the room, she could only think about the desire she had to go home. To hug her mom again, to go to school with her friends, even with the supernatural drama they had to endure. She had to find a way, she couldn't just sit here and wait for something to happen, but in all honesty, there was nothing she could do about it. There was no telling how she got here, who did it or why, no way to tell if this was real or just some twisted dream.

The best and only hope she had of returning home was if she was a witch like Esther and Kol believed, like they proved to her with a pendant. It wasn't very comforting and it made her want to scream in frustration. What should be her birthday was days away, a week at most based off the calendar she and Rebekah had made ages ago. She was anxious for it to arrive, ready to know if she was a witch or not. However there was also the chance that it was her twenty first birthday that would unlock her magic, the thought made her sick.

Caroline swallowed thickly as she dropped her nightdress and let it fall onto the floor. She couldn't focus on that now, not when there were more pressing matters on her plate already. The full moon was tonight, Caroline had officially been here for a month or one day less than a month. The thought also made her want to throw up.

Niklaus had told her that they would need to go into hiding for the next two days at least, to be protected against the wolves. The full moon was high in the sky for more than one night, but Caroline was surprised by this. It meant that the wolves would turn for two or three nights out of a month instead of one night. Her mind went to Tyler, how painful it was for him to go through it once and she hoped he wouldn't be alone the next time around.

Her thoughts shifted to Niklaus, she felt comfort at the thought of him beside her. Since the festival two weeks ago, the two had been nearly inseparable. Caroline was on a constant high when he was around and when he was gone, she couldn't help, but notice the loss. It was different than with her other boyfriends, including Matt. It was strange, she wondered if this was what Elena was talking about when she was with and away from Stefan.

That first kiss had been too short, but too perfect all at once. How they danced together was even better. Their dance had been a sign from the gods, according to Kol anyway, but Caroline learned he was telling the truth. Even though Rebekah told her about the last standing couple, she had no idea it meant anything more than they were the best dancers. As it turns out, it was meant to be a sign from the gods this is pair was bonded together by some higher and divine power, though Caroline wasn't too sure about that.

Regardless, it happened which lead to something else. She knew Niklaus wanted to court her and Caroline wanted to be courted, but she was afraid. Courtship here meant more than dating, it was basically the first step to being engaged and that was terrifying. If she accepted, it meant she was starting to put her life here in the past. How could she build a life here when she still needed to find a way home? How could she explain that there was a chance whatever brought her here would take her back? It wasn't fair to start something that she couldn't finish or see through.

Niklaus had come to her two days ago, torn up on what to do. He didn't want to push her, but he didn't understand why she didn't want to move forward after what happened. Caroline couldn't blame him for being frustrated, after all she wasn't giving him any real answers. Still, the fight left her a little more than defeated and she didn't want to be upset about it anymore. Arms wrapped around her stomach and she was pulled into a hug from behind. She recognized the scent of pines and spice immediately, she felt warm despite the chill she felt.

"You alright love," Niklaus asked, his breath tickling her right ear.

Caroline chuckled, "I swear that must be the question of the day for your family."

"We're all eager to know how you are," Niklaus informed her, she could hear his smile and hesitance.

Caroline inhaled, "Rebekah thinks I'll fall apart by the end of the day."

Niklaus pressed a feather light kiss to her temple, "Well I will hold you through it all."

Caroline leaned back into his embrace, letting him hold more of her weight up as she relaxed slightly. The two swayed from side to side for a few quiet moments, each with their thoughts running wild.

"Are you not still angry with me," Caroline asked softly.

Niklaus replied, "No love, sad is all. I hadn't meant to be angry with you, I am sorry I made you feel that way. I know you're going through a lot.."

Caroline hugged his arms around her front, "You being sad is almost worse. I'm sorry for that too."

Echoes of the argument entered their minds. When Caroline refused Niklaus' courtship proposal, he had been devastated and then he was angry, he was hurt. How was it that the woman he cared for, the woman he loved, didn't want to be courted? Yet she wanted to be courted Had she been lying when she said she would have liked to court him? Was she embarrassed by him and his weakness? Did she have another in mind? His temper that night nearly got the best of him, but he forced himself not to respond as harshly as he wanted to. He would not be like his father, he couldn't be.

"Is it truly so awful for you to be seen with me in this light," NIklaus shouted, his voice carried to the trees, "Is there another?!"

Caroline stared at him, her eyes shimmered, "Of course not Niklaus! I want to court you, but I can't."

"Why can't you," Niklaus asked, his desperation and hurt clear.

Caroline blinked the memory away. She lied then. She told him why she couldn't agree to a courtship, she kept it vague, but the point was the same. How the day she arrived here, she wasn't just running from the wolves with her friends and family. They were running from someone, an enemy who was after her and her friend. How there was a chance she would be taken away and that she wouldn't have a choice.

"There's a chance I'll be lost forever," Caroline whispered softly, "How could I be so selfish as to allow this to grow when it could be easily stripped away?"

Niklaus had cupped her cheeks in his hands, "Listen to me Caroline. Whatever dares to come for you will not get past me. I promise you love, you will be safe."

Caroline held his hands, "You cannot promise me that. Please Nik, please I, I can't."

"Caroline," he said gently as they continued to sway, "We have something that not even time could take away. I promise you, no harm will come your way."

Niklaus had filled in the details on his own, that she was trapped in a betrothal of some sort and was trying to flee. The practice of betrothals was common, even here in the village. He had seen many men and women trying to escape the betrothals, sometimes it worked and other times it didn't. Whoever was coming for Caroline would surely pay in full, Niklaus would make sure of it.

Caroline closed her eyes as she said, "Should I still be here, on the last snowfall."

Niklaus nodded against her head, he said confidently, "You'll be here love, I know it."

"I hope so," Caroline said, surprised at how true her words were.

Another silence settled over them. Caroline thought of her mom and her friends. She wondered if they had defeated the latest enemy, if they were looking for her, if they knew she was even gone. Would time pass the same since she was in the past? There was no way for her to know, but for now, she needed to finish packing.

Caroline removed herself from Niklaus' arms, she instantly missed the warmth and comfort they provided. He said nothing more, he slipped away to pack a bag of his own. Once the pair had what they needed, they exited the room together. Rebekah and Elijah were sitting at the main table while the rest of the family was nowhere to be found. They had gone ahead to ensure the cave they always went to was still in good condition. Caroline remembered Kol telling her how he and his mother would do a protection spell over the cave before they entered and when everyone was inside.

"You love birds ready," Rebekah teased with a smile.

Caroline rolled her eyes with a quick laugh, "I believe so."

The dance between her brother and friend had gone far better than either she or Elijah could have imagined. Niklaus and Caroline were practically smitten, soon enough they would be officially courting and engaged and married. Rebekah couldn't wait, she was so excited for it to happen. Though Elijah warned her not to get her hopes up so high, he found himself in a similar boat. He was fond of Caroline and believed she was a good match for his younger brother.

It had been a surprise that they weren't courting at this moment, but Elijah supposed that it was unnerving for Caroline. Considering she had been here just a month after a tragic attack and was already living with the family, it was unorthodox to start a courtship in this manner. There was no reason to fault her for the hesitance and Elijah cautioned his brother to remain patient. Despite Niklaus usually having fairly good patience, he seemed unable to help himself when it came to Caroline. It took a bit more self control on his part.

"Then we need to get moving," Elijah said rising from his seat, "We have a few more hours of daylight, but it is better we get there sooner rather than later if we are to avoid the wolves."

His gaze flickered to Caroline, but she didn't flinch at his words. Her family and friends had been killed by these same wolves, it would be a difficult night for her. The four of them left the house with smiles and jokes. Caroline and Rebekah walked, arm in arm, talking about the latest news of the village. Elijah and Niklaus walked a few paces behind them, each wrapped up in their thoughts.

Night came all too quickly, but they had all reached the cave in record time. Caroline held Niklaus' hand as he lead them deeper into the caves. Being so deep into the cave didn't sit all that well with Caroline, if the wolves made it to the mouth of the cave and went inside, they would be trapped. It was Elijah who assured her that the tricks of their mother would ensure their safety. This did make Caroline feel a little better, but she gripped Niklaus' hand tighter as they walked.

The four of them made it to the rest of their family, Finn was kneeling before the fire and getting started while Kol and Esther stood off in the corner under a skylight muttering to themselves. Henrik was sitting alone fiddling with something Caroline couldn't see while Mikael stood a little ways behind Finn, dagger in hand. Caroline still couldn't stand Mikael and he wasn't her biggest fan either. However it was clear to her that he only tolerated her because there was a chance she would be his daughter in law soon.

Of course Caroline had thought of her wedding since she a little girl, but it still seemed like a far off dream and not a real possibility. If she was stuck here, she would be married to Niklaus before the summer. It made Caroline want to throw up. She wasn't ready yet, she couldn't be ready yet then could she?

Niklaus wanted to pursue courtship, but he made it clear he would wait as long as she wanted him to. Caroline glanced at him as he lead her to the side where she would sleep with Rebekah. How he wouldn't push her, how he wanted her and would wait until she was ready. It would be on her terms. A relief if there ever was one. She took her seat and leaned against the cave wall, chills went up her spine as the first howl of the night echoed in her ears.

Her hand grabbed Niklaus' almost on instinct. As a vampire she was scared of being attacked by Tyler during his transformations, after all his bite would kill her. However as a vampire she could escape, she could run away, she could fight him. Not for the first time, she realized how much she actually missed being a vampire.

Another howl filled her ears, she struggled not to shudder as memories of Tyler's howls mixed with his screams as he transformed. Being a werewolf was the worst, they really got the short end of the stick. The transformation was painful, they couldn't control when they changed, they weren't aware while in wolf form. The only positive was the enhanced strength and senses while human.

"It's alright love," Niklaus whispered, "They can't reach us here."

Caroline nodded absently, "I know, it's just that they're in pain."

Niklaus looked down at her, "You think so?"

"Yes," Caroline said quietly.

Rebekah spike next, "Why do you think that Carol? Wait, have you seen them transform?"

Caroline winced at her words, she nodded without a word.

Niklaus shot her a dirty look, "That was insensitive Bekah."

Rebekah frowned, "It was not insensitive."

"It's okay," Caroline said, stopping the two from saying more, "I have seen one transform before. It's, it's painful. Really painful."

"Poor things," Rebekah said sadly, she looked out before her in the direction of the howling, "I hope they aren't hurting for too long."

Niklaus pulled Caroline into his arms, she didn't protest. Though she didn't miss the annoyed look on Mikael's face, nor the encouraging smile on Esther's. How the two of them had come together was beyond Caroline. The night was spent with soft conversations and light topics. It would have been pleasant if not the scattered howling and cries of the wolves that filled the night.

When Caroline fell asleep, her dreams were filled with distorted memories of her with Tyler. That he got out, chased her, killed her friends and finally got her. The bite hurt so much, she screamed in the dream and awoke with a start, her heart pounding. Caroline's hand flew to the 'bite' on her shoulder to feel nothing there but sweaty skin.

She tried to sit up, but stopped when she heard Niklaus speak, "Caroline, it's okay. Listen to my voice."

Caroline turned to look at him through the darkness, "Niklaus?"

"I'm here," he said softly, "It was just a bad dream love."

Caroline scooted closer to him, she rested her head on his chest as she struggled to shake the images out of her mind. Though Niklaus wanted to ask her what she dreamed of, he decided it would be best not to. Besides, he had a feeling it was about the wolves and the attack she had survived a month ago. A month had passed since he and Rebekah had found her lying there in the middle of the woods. On her back, her golden hair sprayed around her like an angel, eyes fluttering in sleep. He had never seen anyone more beautiful.

A howl sounded, it sounded closer than the others. Caroline shivered against Niklaus, her mind flashing back to the dream of sharp teeth tearing into her skin. A burning sensation that made vervain seem like nothing.

Niklaus moved his hand up and down her arm, "They can't reach you here, try to go back to sleep."

Caroline swallowed thickly, she said nothing and nodded against his chest. Niklaus hummed quietly an old lullaby his mother used to sing to him and his siblings when they were younger. He felt Caroline relax in his arms, the tension slowly leaving her body and after a few minutes, when her breathing evened out, he knew she was asleep. Not too much time passed before he closed his eyes as well and sleep claimed him.

When the day came, the family left the cave to stretch their legs and get some sunlight, but they stayed close by. The wolves wouldn't be out again until that night, which Caroline still found odd. She knew the wolves only transformed on the one night, but she couldn't question the family as they didn't know about the wolves the way she did. They knew they transformed and they needed to hide away in order not to be attacked or eaten.

The day was uneventful and luckily so was that night. Caroline had been thinking over a lot about what she and Niklaus had agreed to when it came to the courtship. Hope of getting home was fading fast and while she didn't want to give up, she had to wonder if it would be so bad to go along with this if it was what she wanted. It was crazy, she knew it, but she wanted it.

As she laid there in his arms for the second night in row, she found herself wishing that she did that every night. She even went as far as to imagine what their life could be like if she stayed. They would build a house of their own, Niklaus would be a warrior and she tend to the home. It was a little sexist, she knew that, but she was picturing it anyway for the time being. That they would be married and who knows, maybe have some kids of their own. It was something out of dream, but Caroline found herself longing for it with him.

If in three months she was still here, she would go along with the life before her. Caroline knew that only focusing all her time on trying to leave would be pointless, especially if there was no possible way for her to go. No, she didn't like to take things lying down or he defeated, but she wouldn't go after a lost cause. When all hope of going home was gone, she would give everything she had into this new life before.