Chapter 1

It was a sunny day. A bright and sunny day in the suburbia of the English capital. Rose was standing behind the window, protected from the sun light by the heavy red curtains of her cottage. From time to time, making sure she was still hidden in the shadow, she would sneak a peek outside and imagine the sun rays caressing her skin, the smell of the trees. She had been turned for seventeen years and still she was missing her human life. The basic and simple things.

She sighed as she turned away from the window. She went to sit on the bed and grabbed a poem by John Audelay. She let herself be taken by the words.

Her reflection was interrupted by a knock on the door. 'Trevor.' She thought. A smile appeared on her face but then she realized that Trevor couldn't go out in the sun either. She heard Ann, her maid, opening the door and indicating the guest her room. Rose scrunched her noise as he got closer trying to figure out who it was. Her eyes flashed open when she realized that it was definitely not Trevor in her house but Lord Elijah.

She jumped on her feet and was ready to pay her respect by curtseying. As soon as she started bending, a hand stopped her. She looked up and met Elijah's brown eyes.

-No need to, Miss Rosemary.

The brunette gave him a shy smile that he returned and it made her feel weird in her stomach. She couldn't deny the man's beauty. Him and his brother, Niklaus were one of a kind and every time she found herself glancing at the eldest of the originals, she felt herself blushing. She couldn't remember the last time a man made her feel like that. Actually she could. Edward. Her first love. She was even to marry him…That was until she was turned into a vampire and killed him. A solitary tear rolled down her cheek and she immediately felt Elijah's warm hand erasing it. She leant under his touch and smiled at him.

-What is making you sad? He asked.

-Old memories. She whispered simply.

-No one is worthy enough of your tears. If a souvenir causes you pain then shut it off.

Rose looked at him, losing herself completely into his eyes. Her gaze fell upon his lips and she felt an urge to just kiss them hard. She got out of her momentary trance and stepped back, immediately missing the touch of his hand on her skin but she ignored it. She couldn't forget where she stood and who he was. He was a lord, an original what's more. He would never waste his time with someone as common as her.

Probably feeling the sudden tension in the air, Elijah cleared his throat.

-I came here to invite you tonight.

Rose's brow furrowed.

-Your friendship is dear to Niklaus and myself so it's naturally that we thought that you and Trevor wouldn't mind joining us for a small celebration.

-What are we celebrating?

Elijah thought for a second and finally said with a small grin.

-Life.

The night came quickly and Rose tried to convince herself not to get too excited about this 'celebration'. It was just a party and the brothers Mikaelson probably invited a lot of person as well. There was nothing special about her.

-Ow! Rose flinched as Ann tightened her corset around her breasts.

-Sorry Miss Rosemary. She said finishing lacing it up.

-It's alright. The brunette answered sighing.

Once done, Ann walked to face her and smiled.

-If you allow me to say that Miss is looking radiant.

Rose gave her a smile.

-I wouldn't say any less.

Rose's smile grew at the sound of Trevor's voice. She had heard him coming but she didn't say a thing. She knew how much he was convinced that he was the sneakiest person walking on this Earth. She turned and was rewarded by a smirk.

-Dashing. She said eyeing the conventional suit he was wearing.

-See! He said pointing at the blue details of his vest. We're matching.

Rose chuckled as she looked down at her blue skirt.

-Shall we? Trevor asked extending his arm for her to take it.

She playfully gave him a quick curtsy and wrapped her arm underneath his.

-Have a nice evening Miss Rosemary and Mister Trevor.

-Will do! Trevor answered.

o.O.o

They arrived at the Mikaelson's property. Rose had only been there twice before today. Contrarily to Trevor who thought of himself as close friend of Niklaus and Elijah. The lights of the garden were switched on and it created a beautiful environment, like a dream.

The two friends climbed the stairs heading towards the main entrance, Rose carefully holding her skirt not to fell over it. They arrived on top and were greeted by the menservant.

-Hi Henry! Trevor said smiling.

The man nodded his head and stepped aside to let them enter. As soon as they set foot in the mansion, Niklaus walked towards them, arms wide opened. He embraced the two of them, taking Rose by surprise although she tried her best to hide it.

-Rosemary. Trevor. My friends. Thank you for joining us.

-Thank you for inviting us. Trevor answered.

-Please. Of course. Can I get you anything to drink? He asked waving at a servant.

-You know what, don't you? Trevor asked smirking causing Rose to roll her eyes.

Niklaus smirked in turn and nodded to the servant who nodded back knowingly. Rose looked around scanning the room and she stopped when she met Elijah's eyes. She smiled at him and he answered with a simple nod.

-Lord Niklaus.

Rose turned her head and saw a woman standing next to Niklaus.

-Oh Katerina. Let me introduce you to Rosemary. And you know Trevor.

Trevor bowed his head and took the woman's hand in his and kissed the top.

-Katerina.

The girl smiled at him and then at Rose. She had heard about her. Trevor had mentioned having found a girl on the roads. Looking at him, Rose knew he was in love and as much as she was happy for her friend, she knew that if Niklaus had accepted this woman under his roof, it was for a reason and she hoped to God that Trevor would be smart enough not to step in the way.

The rest of the evening went surprisingly well and Rose was even enjoying herself. From time to time, she would try and look for Elijah but unsuccessfully. She therefore told herself that he had probably left the party. Trevor was laughing with Niklaus and some other 'friends'. Rose grinned. She took a last sip of blood and put the glass on a table. She turned and headed towards the balcony. She closed her eyes and inhaled the cold smell of the night. She opened back her eyes and glanced at the sky. The stars were extremely bright tonight. It was-

-It's beautiful, isn't it?

Rose jumped. She saw Elijah coming out of the darkness.

-I'm sorry. I didn't know someone was here. I can go…

-No. Please, stay. He said smiling.

She smiled back.

-Yes it is.

The brunette looked back at the sky as Elijah walked to stand by her.

-It is said that a star is a new soul not aged enough to have its own body.

Rose looked at him thoughtful.

-And what happens with a soul when its body die?

-It dies as well.

This time Elijah was looking at her.

-That would mean that we –I mean, us. Our soul is dead. That's pretty terrifying.

The original smiled.

-I never said that all legend should be trusted.

Rose smiled back.

-Do you feel better? Elijah asked after a comfortable silent pause.

Her brow furrowed.

-You were sad this morning.

-Oh! Yes. I'm alright.

-Good. I'm glad.

He looked at her intensely and then grabbed her hand.

-Take care Rose. He whispered and then he leant towards her and put a kiss on her cheek before disappearing.