Apocalypse
Chapter 3: The Hybrid – Part 2
The Smokey Mountains- By the river
"Damon! How are you even here?" Elena questions.
"Thanks for the tip brother," Damon shakes Alaric's hand. Elena looks at Alaric affronted.
"You sold me out!" She yells.
"You think I'd take you to a mountain range of werewolves on a full moon without backup?" Alaric asks her incredulous.
The Smokey Mountains- Werewolf Camp
Klaus is giving some of his blood to the human. Ray is sitting on a rock nearby, grabbing at his body and shivering.
"There. Good as new. Now you relax, okay, mate? We're gonna need you when the rest of them wake up." Klaus tells the human.
"They're dead. They're all dead," Ray looks around at his pack in panic.
"Ah, he's through his transition. He should be feeling better soon," Klaus states.
"So is this your master plan? Build an army of hybrid slaves?" Stefan questioned.
"No, not slaves. Soldiers, comrades," Klaus defends.
"For what war, might I ask?" Stefan asks.
"Oh, you don't arm yourself after war has been declared, Stefan. You build your army so big that no one ever dares pick a fight," Klaus argues.
"What makes you so sure that they'll be loyal?" Stefan demands.
"Well, it's not difficult to be loyal when you're on the winning team. That's something you'll learn once you shake that horribly depressive chip off your shoulder," Klaus informs. This makes Stefan laugh without humor.
"That's why you're, uh...you're keeping me around? To witness my attitude adjustment?" Stefan wants to know. Klaus looks away from Stefan and towards Ray. "You'll know why I'm keeping you around when I've decided that I want you to know," Klaus states and then takes a seat next to Ray. Klaus examines his face. Ray's eyes are bleeding. "Something's wrong."
"That shouldn't be happening should it?" Stefan rhetorically asks.
"Well, obviously." Klaus bites back.
The Smokey Mountains- By the river
Elena is fuming and floating in the water still.
"Get out of the water Elena," Damon demands.
"If I get out of the water, you're going to make me go home." Elena retorts.
"Yes, because I'm not an idiot like you," Damon retorts and runs a hand through his hair.
"Right now, you're both acting like idiots," Alaric adds.
"You gave up on him Damon," Elena accuses.
"I didn't give up on him, Elena. I faced reality. Now get out of the water," Damon tries again.
"NO!" Elena yells.
"What's your big plan, Elena? Huh? You gonna walk through a campsite full of werewolves, roast a marshmallow, and wait for Stefan to stop by?" Damon asks and jumps down and walks into the water.
"My plan is to find him and help him. Damon, this is the closest that we've been to him since he left. I'm not going home," Elena informs.
"Klaus thinks you died when he broke the curse. That makes you safe. This, this is not safe," Damon tries to reason.
"I'm not leaving before we find him," Elena tells him stubbornly.
"It's a full moon tonight Elena," Damon points out.
"Then we'll find him before then," Elena points out. "Damon please."
"Okay. Okay. But we are out of here before the moon is full and I'm werewolf bait," Damon gives in.
"I promise," Elena vows.
"Unless you wanna relive that whole deathbed kissy thing," Damon suggests and wiggles his eyebrows.
"I said I promise," Elena persists.
"Fine," Damon agrees and they both wade towards the bank. Alaric watching the encounter with unsurprised resignation. He lends a hand to both his charge and his drinking buddy. Hopefully they can get out of here unscathed, he hopes.
Mystic Falls
Sheriff Forbes watched the newcomers with interest. Andie's family had a lot of personality that is for sure. The Dwyers were not a blood relative but they came to show support. That Renee showed a lot of remorse for Andie's passing. Originally, she thought Renee was putting on an act. But judging by the blush staining the actual blood relatives faces, the Swans, it wasn't an act. It is too bad that this nice family had to suffer because of the vampires, werewolves, and witches in this town. Sheriff Forbes made her way to greet and warn them about tonight as the funeral ended and everyone had left but them and Andie's parents.
"Hello, you must be the Swans and the Dwyers. My name is Sheriff Liz Forbes. I just wanted to welcome you to Mystic Falls. I hate it is on these circumstances," she said and shook Mr. Swan's firm and calloused hand. She let go and composed herself. "Will you be staying long?"
"Thank you Sheriff. Renee and Phil here have to leave right after the burial tomorrow."
"We hate to leave so quickly after just getting here. But the auras just don't feel right. Not even my crystals are helping me feel safe here," Renee began to ramble while holding on tightly to what appears to be a Himalayan salt rock. Oh my.
"Please ignore my ex-wife's crystal talk. Sometimes when reality is difficult she likes to explore extrinsic hobbies that help calm her." Mr. Swan stated.
"Charlie. Hush. You know Andie believed somewhat as well. She did give us the vervain essential oil infused gift," Renee scolded the man. Then she turned back to Sheriff Forbes. "Also, my Phil here has a game tomorrow. He is a big time baseball player."
"Minor league baseball sweetie," Mr. Dwyer reminded.
"Don't sell yourself short sweetie," Renee cooed. She grasped the man's hand and began to kiss each knuckle.
"Mom, what did we say about that here," the young girl reminded her mom. Sheriff Liz Forbes was a little bewildered at the strange role reversal.
"I am sorry. I didn't catch your name," Sheriff Liz Forbes turned her attention on the young girl. The same young girl that was now a shade darker along her cheeks. Easily embarrassed.
"My name is Isabella. Most people call me Bella though."
"How old are you Bella?" Liz Forbes asked questioningly.
"I just turned eighteen," she responded with a wince. I wonder what that is about, Liz thought.
"Are you still in school?" Liz asked.
"Bells actually graduated early. She is a smart one. It is the reason we can stay in your town for the week. My deputy is taking over for me while we settle Andie's affairs." Mr. Swan added.
"You are a Sherriff too?" Liz asked a little stunned.
"Yes, ma'am," Charlie saluted the woman awkwardly. This Sheriff Forbes is an attractive lady.
"Alright since both of you are staying for the week. I need to warn you. We have had several fatal animal attacks recently. Most happen at night. So, I would suggest staying in your hotel until morning and away from the woods," Liz warned.
"Yes, we will not be going for a hike anytime soon. Will we Bells?" He looked at Bella and she nodded in return. It made Liz curious. "We have had several animal attacks in our area as well. And I hope you don't mind but I researched before coming here and noticed your animal attack count. We came prepared." So, SHERIFF Swan has animal attacks in his town as well, interesting.
"Maybe we can get together tomorrow Mr. or should I say Sheriff Swan and we can discuss the animal attacks. I could also give you the information about Andie's accident as well," Liz offered.
"I would like that Sheriff Forbes," Charlie said.
"Call me Liz."
"Only if you call me Charlie."
"Deal. Here's my number. Call me if you need anything and when you want to meet. I can text you directions to the Station," she said and handed Charlie her card.
"Sheriff Forbes, we have a code 9," an officer said.
"Well, that means I have to go. It was nice meeting all of you. And remember to please stay in your hotel at night and no woods. Our animal attacks are vicious and bloody. I wouldn't want that for any of you." Bella shivered as the town Sheriff walked away. Hopefully these animals were just that, animals.
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Forever And For Always,
LHNT