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In the last chapter Bella met the Mystic Falls crew and she even roughed Damon up a little bit. We also found out that Damon and Jasper were real good friends during the war.
We got a to see a little bit into Damon's mind and he seems interested in Bella and he even wants to ask her out. How do you think that will go? I guess you will just have to read and find out.
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BPOV
Caroline and I was telling everyone bye since her mom called and said that her and my dad was back at the house wanting to talk to both of us. I started walking on out to the car and Damon said he wanted to talk to me alone outside for a minute so he walked with me to the car.
"What is it you wanted to talk to me about Damon?" I asked trying to figure out what it is he wanted to talk about.
"Well I was wondering if I could take you out? Just as friends of course but I would like to go out with you and get to know you better."
"Look Damon I'm sure you are a great guy and all but I just met you hours and I don't much about you."
"Ok I was born June 18, 1839 I was 25 years old when I was turned September 25, 1864. I served in the Civil War right before I was turned. I was stupid enough to willingly drink a vampire's blood that I thought loved me. Turns out she loved my brother more. So you know a little bit about my background anything else you would like to know you can learn on a date with me tomorrow night let's say eight. So what do you say?"
I smiled because he was making it hard to say no to him. "Fine but just remember I was taught to defend myself by the best."
He smirked at me; "Oh sweetheart I would never hurt you so I will see you tomorrow at eight."
I smiled at him and nodded my head we quickly exchanged numbers and he took my hand in his and kissed it before walking off and Caroline walked out looking back at Damon with full on hate. I wanted to ask her what her problem was with Damon and decided to wait and ask her after our parents talked to us so we got in the car and went to Caroline's house.
When we got to the house our parents were already there waiting and aunt Liz quickly wrapped me in a warm tight hug.
"Bella look at how big and beautiful you have gotten. My how I've missed you, I'm glad you decided to come and live with us."
"I missed you to aunt Liz and I'm glad I came to live with you guys too."
Our parents really just wanted to talk to us and Caroline got to tell me and my dad how she became a vampire. Aunt Liz felt like it was her fault because of the night that Caroline, Matt, and Tyler were in the car accident the town's council decided to set a trap to roundup all of the vampires to get rid of them. Caroline didn't blame her mother especially seeing how aunt Liz tried to stop the Mayor and John Gilbert locked her up.
After talking for a while Caroline showed me to my room which was across from hers and it had it's own bathroom which I was grateful that I wouldn't have to share. I started unpacking because dad and aunt Liz wanted to take us to dinner at the grill since she had to go back to work in a little while to handle another case that could wait until after dinner. While I was unpacking I was admiring my new room and how beautiful it was decorated.
This room was bigger then my old one in Forks but my aunt Liz's house it way bigger then that one as well. I loved the colors of the off white with the dark grey and I had a king bed with lots of pillows and the covers matched the bedroom colors. I also had two black chairs that I knew I would sit in to read since they were by the window. I had a black desk that matched the chairs that was on the other side of the room and there were pictures of Caroline and me from when we were little kids as well as pictures of my family on the dressers and end tables.
I also had a huge flat screen TV hanging on the wall. There was also a huge walk-in closet and it already had different variety of clothes in there that were my size and I guessed that Caroline went shopping and since she didn't know what I liked she decided to get a variety of clothes. I also had different shoes in my size as well as purses.
I walked into my bathroom and fell in love with the jacuzzi tub as well as the sit down vanity. The shower was big enough for two people and there was a white fluffy rug in front of the shower and the tub. After placing my belongings that go in the bathroom away I went back into my room to see my dad at the door.
"Hey dad what's up?"
"Can I come in I want to talk to you about some things?"
"Of course you can come in. Do you like my new room?"
"Yes Bells it's beautiful."
"So what did you want to talk to me about?"
My dad walked in and sat in one of the chairs near the window and I decided to join him. I watched as sat some papers along with a new cell phone along with a case and charger for the phone as well as a credit card and bankcard.
"What's all of this?" I asked him confused.
"First the cell phone is a new one since you are walking around with a cracked one and with all of the vampires in this town I figured it would be best to get you a new one along with a case. With your clumsiness I don't know why I never thought to get you a phone case. The phone has free talk, text, and web and don't worry about the bill I will pay for it each month so that's one less thing to worry about.
There was something else that I didn't tell you about our family. All of the founding families come from old money meaning we have more money then we will ever know what to do with. Since I was living in Forks alone there was no reason to live in a huge house with flashy cars or anything like that besides why buy two big houses when you already have a big house.
The papers is to sign the house that's we have here over to you. Think of it as your own safe house if there are any vampires after you they have to be invited in and you will be safe. We will go over there tomorrow to show you everything and once you complete school if you don't want to go to college directly after you graduate and want to take some time off you will have a place to live.
The credit card is something from me that I figured you could use since you will need new clothes and shoes and things like that. The bankcard goes to your own personal account at the bank here in town and you have enough money in it to last you for the rest of your life and when I die the money from my account and insurance policy will automatically transfer into your account. Also the credit card doesn't have a limit and that bill will be for you to take care of.
I trust you to manage your money and things responsibly, which is why I am giving you all of this now. Once you sign these papers the house will be your free and clear all I ask it that you keep the some of the furniture that I will show you tomorrow. This furniture has been in our family since the first family. This is also our family home.
The home went to me since I was the oldest and because your aunt was marrying into another founding family. Once you marry and have children it will go to your oldest child. I never told your mom about the house or the money once I realized just how irresponsible she was. It's up to you if you want to let her know about everything. Now tomorrow before we go look at the house we will go and get you a new car whatever kind you want.
I know that you didn't really care for the truck and it kept giving you all of those problems. If you want another truck we can get you one or a SUV or simple car or convertible. I just want to make sure we get you a car that you will like and that won't give you any problems and if it does you can take it to the dealership. Do you have an idea of what you would be interested in and I can call ahead and look into it for you before we go any where."
I sat there still reeling from everything that my dad just revealed and then he ask me if I have an idea of what kind of car I may be interested in.
"Umm can I get back to you on that one dad I'm still trying to take in everything you just told me."
"I understand but I need for you to sign the papers for the house to be in your name and I will leave you to everything else and we should be leaving in a few to go and eat."
"Ok dad." I signed the papers that needed my signature.
A few minutes later Caroline came into the room smiling but I could tell there was something on her mind.
"What's up Care?"
"Oh well your dad finally told you that our family is wealthy and I wanted to see how you were settling into your room."
"Oh yeah well other then my dad dropping that bomb on me I'm doing well. The room is perfect as well as the bathroom and closet. Thanks for going shopping for me by the way. How did you know all of my sizes?"
"Well I asked your dad and he checked in your closet and gave me all of the sizes that I would need and I told him I wouldn't get to much but I had to make sure I got you enough in case we won't have a chance to go shopping before school."
"Thank you that was nice of you. So what do you need to talk about because it's all over your face that something is bothering you?"
"Well do you promise you won't get mad?"
"This sounds serious. Ok so what is it?"
"Well I overheard your conversation with Damon when he asked you about going on a date with him."
"Yeah what about it?"
"I just wanted to tell you some things about Damon that I feel you should know and I just don't know how you will take it."
"Caroline please just tell me what it is"
"Ok well firstly when you change into a vampire if you've been compelled when you were human you eventually start to remember everything that you were compelled to forget. So before I became a vampire I used to date Damon but we ended up breaking up. What I didn't know or well remember was that Damon was a vampire, which you already know.
I couldn't really remember any of our time together and once I changed I remembered everything. While Damon and I was together he used to feed on me any time he wanted to. He was also mean and said hurtful things to me and I just really wanted to warn you before you started a relationship with him. I just don't want you to get your hopes up and I mean yeah he's changed some but he still does some very hurtful things to people whenever he's upset.
I'm not telling you this to make you change your mind or anything like that I just want to warn you about what you are getting yourself into and to just open your eyes about some things as well. I love you and you are my cousin, which means you come before any of my friends. I also feel you need to know that Damon is in love with Elena. However I feel that Damon could use a good friend like you someone that truly cares for him."
"Thanks Caroline I really appreciate you telling me everything and Damon and I are only going out as friends nothing else. I hate what he did to you but I think everyone deserves a second chance and that's up to you on if you are willing to forgive him and let him at least try to make peace with you."
"You're right and if I'm totally honest with you I forgave him a while ago I just never had a chance to talk to him about it."
"Whenever you feel you are ready to talk to him about it I'm sure he will listen."
We talked for a little while longer until my dad called us downstairs so we could all go to dinner.
The Next Day
My dad took me to the bank after we ate breakfast because they needed my signature for some paper work. Caroline and I had looked at different types of cars and I decided I wanted a 2012 blue Mustang convertible and I told my dad so he called around to the different dealerships and we wouldn't have to go no further then an hour outside of town.
Caroline decided to come with us so she could spend some time with my dad before he went back home. After we got to the dealership dad decided to put the car in my name and just pay for it so once I signed that paperwork I was excited once I finally got the keys to my brand new car. Dad then got the insurance and everything that was needed for my car and I was happy.
"So have you ever seen the Swan family house Bells?" Caroline asked me as I followed my dad to the house.
"No. I didn't even know about any of this until I decided to move here. Why have you seen it?"
"Yeah mom showed it to me before it's very beautiful. She even told me that it used to be a plantation and that there are even tunnels underground. Before you get upset since it's been in our family it's never been used to house slaves it was used to feed them and help them get further north.
It's my understanding that Harriet Tubman was a friend of our family and she used to travel through the tunnels often. You will have to ask your dad more about it but I was upset when my mom said it was a plantation too. You will also have to invite me inside now that it's yours. I can't come in without you invitation."
As we turned into a very nice neighborhood not to far from the Salvatore home we rode past a nice house that was being remodeled, "who lives there?"
"I don't know but someone just recently bought it. Your house is right down the street."
Sure enough we after stopping at a gate to use the key that my dad gave me to open it we pulled into a long driveway that lead up to a beautiful two story whit home that had a wrap around porch on the bottom floor and top. The house was hidden behind huge trees and I loved how it gave so much privacy. It also set on a vast amount of land to me it that seemed to be never ending and I was trying to figure out how in the world would I be able to take care of it.
We got out of the car and my dad walked to the front door and we followed behind him. I took the key out and opened the door and I walked in with my dad and I told Caroline she could come in to. I was amazed at the shape the home was in. It was in perfect condition and I knew someone had to be taking care of it weekly by dusting and cleaning.
"We have caretakers that care for the inside and outside of the home. So when you move in if you want you can hire someone new or you can keep them. I would like for you to keep the ones we have but I will understand if you would want someone else or you can hire a live in maid and keep both."
My dad showed me around the house and he also showed me the furniture that was to stay in the family and it was in excellent condition. After touring the inside of the house my dad also showed me the hiding spaces that I could use if needed and he showed me the tunnels and he pretty much said everything that Caroline told me.
Once we were done in the inside he showed me around outside and around the pool house. We even walked around the land and he showed me some of the areas that he liked to play in and I was surprised to see that we had a lake on the land and he told me that most of the old houses in this area were connect to this lake but we would more then likely not see our neighbors since a lot of them had their own little area they used.
We eventually left and my dad went to the police station to help aunt Liz and Caroline and I decided to go to the grill and get lunch. After lunch we went to Elena's house and hung out with Elena and Bonnie for a while. I left when it was getting close to time to get ready for my date with Damon and Caroline said she would get a ride home with Bonnie when she was ready to leave.
Once I got home I showered and changed into a pair of skinny jeans and a stripped blue and white fitted shirt and put on a pair of dark blue flats and a beautiful necklace that Caroline had in one of the jewelry draws for me. After grabbing a silver purse and a light grey cover up I was ready and just in time to since I heard the doorbell ring.
I opened the door to see Damon wearing a nice black button up shirt and black jeans with the leather jacket I saw him in yesterday and he had a bouquet of pink roses in his hands. Once he handed me the flowers I took them to the kitchen and put them in some water in a vase after thanking him. He smiled at me and asked was I ready to go and I told him yes and he held his arm out and I took it and followed him to his car. Before he opened the car door for me he took my hand and kissed it.
"Bella you look absolutely beautiful."
"Thank you Damon and you look pretty good yourself."
He then opened the door for me and made sure I was in before he closed it and walked around the car to get in on the drivers side.
"So who's Mustang is that in the driveway?"
"That would be my new baby." I said smiling.
"It's a beauty that' for sure but if you can't tell I'm more of a classic man."
"Thank you and if you think that's something I have a 1957 Ford truck back in Forks."
"You're kidding?"
"Nope my dad got it for me because he knew I wouldn't want to ride in his police cruiser. It's been giving me a lot of trouble so instead of bringing it here he bought me a new car and plus a lot of people drove older cars but I know here it's different."
"Yeah well I would love to see it if you have any pictures."
"I do their in the house I can show you when you bring me back."
"Sounds like a plan. So do you have anything against going out of town for dinner? I know I should have asked but I made reservations and just thought of it. If you have a problem then we can go to the grill."
"No it's fine I already texted my dad to let him know I was with you and he told me to make sure I get home safe or if it get to late then go to my house but for me not to invite you in. It's nothing against you but my dad doesn't think it would be a good idea for the two of us to be in my house alone." I said giggling at what my dad had actually said but I didn't say it to Damon.
"That's understandable maybe one day he will trust me enough to be invited into your home. So your family still owns that old plantation?"
"Yes but it's officially mines now and we went by there it is gorgeous."
"Yes it was beautiful back then I saw it a while ago and was surprised that it was still in excellent condition. The Swan's were one of the best families back then if not the best even my own father was jealous that the Swan's would willing help slaves but no one could do anything about it. I've always admired that about the Swan's they did what they felt like and damn the consequences."
"That sounds like them still to this day but I'm proud to be a part of such a great family. When I first heard that it was an old plantation I was a little upset until my dad and Caroline explained the history to me."
We continued to talk until we eventually pulled up to a Japanese restaurant. Damon opened the car door for me again and held his arm out for me to take it once again. When we walked in it only took a few minutes before we were escorted to our table and I was excited to finally be a restaurant where they cook in front of you.
"Have you ever been to one of these places?"
"No I've always wanted to go but it's nothing like this anywhere near Forks you have to drive to Seattle or Portland to find a good restaurant."
"Oh well I'm glad I got to bring you. It's a lot of great places to eat around Mystic Falls and you don't have to drive to far to get to one of them. So I'm curious about something?"
"Yeah what's that?"
"How much did your cousin tell you about me."
I set my menu down so that I could give him my full attention. "She told me about when you and her dated and she also told me about Elena."
"Yet you still agreed to come on a date with me even after hearing what a horrible person I am?"
"Damon your past is just that your past. You can't do anything about what you've done other then apologize and move on. Am I upset that you hurt my cousin? Yes but that is something between you and her and you did it because you were in pain and you had a hard past. Caroline also said that you've changed a lot since then and that's all that matters. If we judged someone by their past then we would live a very lonely life."
"Has anyone ever told you that you are wise beyond your years?"
"Yes all of the time. Damon I just want you to know that you can talk to me about anything no matter what it is. You would be surprised at how well I listen and I also don't judge. I think we could be great friends but that's only if you want to be. I don't think we could ever be anything more then friends or at least not until you no longer love Elena because I'm no one's second choice." I said winking at him.
"I agree and I would never do that to you. I would never put you in a situation to make you feel like you were my second choice. I just want to get to know you better and because if someone as tiny as you can hand me my ass you are one hell of a girl and just know I'm here for you to. However if there comes a time when I no longer love Elena you will be the first to know." He said winking back at me.
"Alright now that that's out of the way what would you recommend for me to eat?" I asked Damon while smiling at him.
Once we ordered our food and drinks Damon told me more about himself and I told him what it was like for me growing up. I must admit that it was nice hanging with Damon and talking to him. I was also surprised at how much I was able to open up to him and it felt good to talk about things that I've never talked about with other people.
Once he paid the bill we left and headed back to Mystic Falls and the car ride back was spent talking about trivial things. Soon we pulled up to my aunt Liz's house and we sat in the car talking for a few more minutes.
"Thanks for going out with me Bella it was nice and it feels good to be able to talk to someone without the judgment I get from everyone else."
"It's no problem and you can talk to me anytime you need to. Also Damon just know that I'm still going to be here for you even if you screw up ok?"
He leaned over and gave me a hug and kissed me on the cheek.
"Thanks Bella and I really appreciate it. I'm sure I will have my moments and the fact that you would still be willing to be there for me means a lot to me. You are officially my favorite girl in the world."
I smiled at him and said, "if you don't watch it my head may get bigger then yours."
"That could never happen."
"Yeah I know you have the biggest head in the universe." I said while smiling at him.
He got out of the car and walked around to open the car door for me and he walked me to the front door.
"I call or text you sometime tomorrow and maybe we can hang out here or my house." He said while waiting for my response.
I smiled at him and said, "sure that sounds like a plan but I need to do some shopping tomorrow so you can come and hold my purse."
He rolled his eyes and kissed me once again on my cheek.
"Goodnight and see you tomorrow Bella." He said and I told him goodnight before I went in the house.
I was satisfied that things went so well. I knew that Damon and I would be no more then friends and I was ok with that and I was just happy to have another friend. Damon was also very honest and I appreciated that seeing as how I could use an honest friend. Things are going good so far and I must admit that I like it and I'm happy.
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