Klaus sat in the living room staring at the fire, bourbon in hand.

"Leave her alone" Rebekah's voice boomed.

"Now why should I?" Klaus said, not even turning to face his sister. He knew she meant Quinn, her beautiful new friend. She did look like a tasty little thing.

Rebekah stormed to him and crossed her arms across her chest. "I saw how you talked to her. You captivate her, you lure her, then you might just drain her dry when she comes too close. I know your ways, Nik."

Klaus just smiled and took a sip of his bourbon. "She was certainly beautiful." he said, reminiscing how she looked, her hazel eyes sparkling and how she blushes easily.

"Back off, Nik." Rebekah said.

"Now, sister, what makes you think I'll lure her and drain her blood out for my satisfaction? I haven't done such thing for a very long time" Klaus said, pouting mockingly.

Rebekah was baffled. "I know you very well, Nik. You haven't done such thing because vervain is in the town water supply. Before this? You basically drank everyone's blood for fun!" she said

"Now don't say that you haven't done the same thing, Bekah. Remember 1920s Chicago, where you and Stefan often took turns drinking from strangers?" Klaus replied, taking another sip.

The blonde groaned loudly at her brother. "Just please leave her alone, Niklaus! She's the only friend I have here! The only person who hasn't listen to the others and abandon me! The only person who hasn't judged me! Just let me have the most normal human experience for now." she shouted with frustration.

Klaus stared at his sister for a moment before putting his glass down. He knew that Rebekah have always wanted to be human. He still felt guilty after daggering her many decades ago.

"Fine, if that's what makes you happy. I won't drink Quinn's blood or do anything similar. But you can't force me to keep away from her. But I won't harm her, you have my word. I only want you to be happy. You're my only sister" Klaus said softly. He tried to hide his vulnerability. He really loved his sister, he really did.

Rebekah's eyes lit up immediately. "Really, Nik?" she asked. Klaus looked her in the eyes for a moment before nodding his head. This made Rebekah smile instantly. "Thank you, Nik. Really, thank you." she said gratefully before walking out of the room.

"Just so you know Bekah, I do give a damn about you." Klaus whispered softly when he thought Rebekah was out of sight. But the blonde was actually still within earshot. She smiled again. "I know, Nik. Always and forever" she said softly.

It was Monday, and school just ended. Quinn had cheerleading practice. She was slightly sad with Stefan, due to the fact that he didn't even reply her text. She wondered where did she went wrong. First he texted her, then she texted him back. But after that, no text from Stefan. She didn't text him again, afraid of giving the impression that she was obsessed or something.

She was on her way to the gym where she accidentally bumped into someone. A few books fell to the ground

"Oh my god, I'm so sorry!" Quinn said, embarrassed. She looked up and found Stefan staring back at her.

"Quinn?" Stefan said. Ah great he thought

"Stefan!" Quinn blushed. Oh god, Stefan. she thought She immediately went down and picked up the books.

"Aw Quinn, it's okay. You don't have to pick it up" Stefan said, but Quinn shook her head. "No, no, it's my fault. I'm such a klutz!" She said, handing the books to him. Her cheeks were red.

Stefan laughed at the sight of her. Damn she's beautiful Stefan silently thought

"What are you laughing about?" Quinn asked, her cheeks were getting redder.

"Nothing. Just, everybody has their clumsy moments." Stefan said, taking the books from her. "Thank you, Quinn. And I'm sorry I bumped into you" he added.

Quinn nodded. "Me, too" she said.

"Where are you headed to?" Stefan asked, eyeing her clothes curiously. She was wearing her workout clothes, which was a tank top, spandex tights and running shoes. She also had a sweater on.

"I have cheerleading practice" Quinn said. "I have to go now, bye" she added, and started to walk.

"I'll walk with you" Stefan said, walking next to her.

"You don't have too, really" she said.

"Look Quinn, I'm sorry I didn't reply your text. I was...busy" he said. Busy brooding about Elena he thought

"It's fine." Quinn simply said.

"Doesn't look that way."

"Well let's just say that people don't usually stop texting me all of a sudden"

"Oh great, I'm a douche" Stefan said, face palming himself.

Quinn looked at him. "It's fine, really! Don't have to beat yourself up about it" she said

"Are you sure?" Stefan asked one last time. Quinn nodded. "I'm sure" she said.

They both arrived at the gym and Quinn said. "So here's my stop."

Stefan nodded. "I'll see you tomorrow, Quinn. Have fun, at cheerleading practice" he said.

Quinn smiled and went to the group of girls who were stretching. "Sorry I'm late" she said to them.

"It's okay" Caroline said, and went running to Stefan.

"What's up, Caroline?" Stefan asked.

Caroline gave him a look. She slightly motioned to Quinn, who was stretching.

"What?" Stefan asked.

"Do you guys have a thing or something?" She asked, amused.

"No. We're acquaintances, that's all."

"I know you, Stefan. You don't befriend people that easy." Caroline replied, an eyebrow raised.

"Well she is nice, that's all" Stefan said.

"Fine. But I'm happy for you. You're moving on"

"I didn't say I like Quinn" Stefan said, rolling his eyes.

"Whatever" Caroline said, amused as ever. She was glad that her friend found someone. Stefan might keep denying, but Caroline did notice there were sparks between him and Quinn

(hey, this chapter is quite long! Not gonna say much, except please review! Thanksss!)