"Despite this being odd, it isn't uncomfortable," Caroline comments as she lays on my shoulder.

"Both of you can go to hell. Using me as a fucking headrest."

The three of us, Kol, Care, and I were relaxing in the sitting room, watching a movie. The two of them decided to lay their heads on each of my shoulders. It was a bit comforting to lay my cheek on top of Kol's big ass head.

"I feel like you've just insulted me, Ororo."

I snickered, "I did. You've got a big ass head."

"Don't say anything back unless you want your feelings hurt. It's not worth it. She'll bring up childhood traumas and all." Caroline shakes her head at Kol. He sighs, turning back to the tv.

Surprisingly, Mystic Falls was quiet for the past couple of days. Elena did take my advice and told Jenna and Jeremy about vampires. Maybe there was hope for her after all. Damon was still lurking around, stalking Bonnie and me. That guy really couldn't take a hint. If he came with a price, maybe I'd help. He isn't considered a friend nor family. Damon hasn't done anything for me to offer my help.

My phone beeped; who could be texting me at ten o'clock at night? It better be damn important.

A vampire has kidnapped me, claims her name is Anna. Know her? - BonBon

Shit, I forgot about her ass. Her mom, Pearl, is in the tomb, and Anna wants it open. - O

So are we going to open it? - BonBon

Yea, but don't do it for free! Tell her to name her price, and we'll consider helping. We have the grimoire, and only a Bennett can open the tomb anyway. - O

Got it. These vamps are dumb; why didn't they take my phone first. smh - BonBon

GIRL! Elena is here too and trying to sweet-talk Anna…. I'm embarrassed for her. Do you think 50k is too much? We can split ten each. It's not like we need the money. - BonBon

Whatever you want, cuz. That's your best friend sweetie - O

Fuck you. 50k it is. Meet Anna and me at the tomb, let's get this over with - BonBon

"Annabelle kidnapped Bonnie; she wants Bon to open the tomb tonight," I say, dropping my phone in my lap.

"Are you going to do it?" Kol questions.

I shrug; "I don't care. I'm torching it as soon as Damon runs in and realizes Katherine isn't in the tomb. Hopefully, Pearl will get out in time."

"I still can't believe that doppelganger has been on the run from Nik for 500 years. Does she truly believe he doesn't know her every move?"

I let Kol and Caroline sit up before standing. "I'm going to kill some vampires tonight. Stay here, keep each other company or whatever."

"But I'm supposed to be with you at all times, Little Witch."

I wave my hand, summoning Emily's grimoire and the talisman. The items floated into the room, levitating in front of me as I grabbed my jacket, throwing my braids into a bun on top of my head.

"Trust me; I'll be fine. I don't need you standing guard, Kol. I've got this."

"Finally, you're here. She's been working my nerves." Bonnie rolls her eyes at Anna, who was pacing behind her. "Do you have everything?"

"Right here," I pull the talisman out of my pocket and the grimoire out of my backpack. Bonnie had already drawn the pentagram, set up the torches and the water bottle. All we had to do was the spell.

"Wicked witches." Damon appears at my side.

"What's your price, Salvatore?" I questioned as Bonnie took the grimoire from my hands.

"Sixty thousand…" I stare at him with a raised eyebrow. I'm not Bonnie; even though I don't need the money, it would be nice to put it in my savings account.

Damon rolls his eyes, "Fine, 60 thousand a piece! That's a hundred and twenty thousand. Does that meet your demands, Missy?"

I shrugged, "Not exactly, but it's good enough for now." I turn back to Bonnie. "Let's get this show on the road."

She stood, handing me the talisman, holding the grimoire. We joined hands and began chanting.

"Phasmatos Siprum, Emnis Abortum, Fasila Quisa Exilum San."

The torches flared up, winds whipping our hair as we chanted. Upon hearing the tomb door open, we stopped. I turned to Anna and Damon.

"Five minutes, hurry up and get whoever you're looking for!"

Anna and Damon take off, running into the tomb. I dropped Bonnie's hand, placing the talisman on my neck. I was keeping my word and burning that bitch to the ground.

"Ororo, what the hell are you doing? There isn't a full moon!" Bonnie exclaims.

"I have to burn these vampires, Bon." I began to chant.

"ORORO! DON'T YOU DARE FINISH THAT SPELL!" I almost stopped chanting as I hear my ma's voice yelling at me. I shake my head, continuing to chant.

I have a feeling I know who brought her along. I open my eyes, glaring at Elena and Stefan. Those two don't know how to fuck off and mind their own business! Why the fuck would they bring my mom? Hold up- is that Shelia?

FUCK! Shelia died in the show for this shit. No, I refused to let her pass this time. Bonnie couldn't lose her.

My mom grabbed my hand, "you can't break the seal on your own!"

"I'm not trying to break it. I want to burn it to the ground!"

She shakes her head, "To burn it, you have to break the seal. Baby, you're not strong enough for that."

Shelia takes my other hand, "let us help you."

"But...Aunt Shelia, you'll die." I felt tears gather in my eyes. I couldn't let that happened. 'Please, don't,' I pleaded with my tear-filled eyes.

Bonnie grabs Shelia's other hand. "With all of us together, I'm sure we'll be okay."

I felt their magic bond with mine, and they began to chant, and I joined in sorrow, filling my voice.

"Phasmatos Salves Nas Ex Malon, Terra Mora Vantis Quo Incandis, Et Vasa Quo Ero Signos."

I felt my magic along with talisman began to drain. I felt light-headed as we broke the tomb seal, and smoke began to pour out the tomb.

"What is happening?!" Anna ran out of the tomb, Pearl by her side. No one answered her as we still chanted.

Damon ran out of the tomb, looking around frantic and confused. "She wasn't in the tomb. What the hell is going on?" He takes in the four of us.

"Oh shit," were my final words before I collapsed. I could faintly hear my mom and Shelia calling my name as I faded away.

I find myself standing beside Qetisyah and Emily in the old witch's cottage.

"You prevented Shelia from dying." Qetisyah places a hand on my shoulder.

"I couldn't let her die! Bonnie needs her!"

Emily shakes her head, "Time punished you, Ororo. It took your life instead. How do you think Bonnie would feel if she didn't have you? You seem not to realize how much you've influenced this timeline so far. Caroline, Bonnie, Tyler, Elena, and even Kol have changed for the better with you being here. I'm sure you could affect the Salvatore's as well."

"Even with Shelia gone, Bonnie would've had you and the rest of your family. Her parents as well." Qetisyah says. "How do you think Caroline will react to your death? What about Kol? You were the one to tell him everything would be 'alright,' didn't you? How will he feel knowing that he wasn't there to prevent your death? You could've easily pulled his magic and survived."

"OKAY! You can stop guilt-tripping me! God, I feel like shit, and I've learned my lesson. No more trying to fight time, I get it."

Qetisyah and Emily exchanged grins. "That's all we wanted for you to understand, Ororo. Now, go back to your family and make peace."

She places a hand on my forehead, and I find myself falling back into my body.

I gasp awake, sitting up. I looked around to see that I was in a hospital room. Bonnie, Caroline, Finn, and Kol were gathered around the bed. Both of the girls are holding each of my hands.

"ORORO! You're awake!" Kol shakes Caroline awake. "She's awake, Caroline!"

Caroline wastes no time sitting up and throwing herself into my arms, which jolts Bonnie awake. She repeats the same action as Care.

"Uhm, hi?"

Finn and Kol glare at me as Bonnie lets out a sob.

Yeah, I'm in trouble.