Floating In The Deep, Chapter Two.

Klaus was amused and slightly irritated to note that it took Elijah less than a day to get to him. Obviously, his brother had been closer that he'd thought. He let his gaze drop to his newly acquired hummingbird, which he knew next to nothing about taking care of. Elijah had always been better with children, in any case - Tatia's daughter came to mind first. Little Sonja, with her bouncy curls and caramel brown eyes, so like her mother.

If anything, Kenzie's resemblance to Sonja would be enough to keep Elijah with him, although Klaus had a feeling his older brother would do so simply because Klaus was reforming.

He wasn't, of course, but Elijah was remarkably stubborn when it came to remaining oblivious to family.

"Elijah is here," Morgan announced softly, even more skittish that she had been yesterday. He supposed ripping a witch in half in the blink of an eye could do that to a person. Little Kenzie looked up from her spot at his feet, a Princess coloring book and crayons spread around him.

"Uncle 'Lijah?" she asked, tilting her head back to where she was gazing at him upside down. At this age, it was adorable, and sent her curly brown hair tumbling down her back. He'd have to break her of it when she got older, the innocent act no doubt would become a beckoning invitation, and he wasn't about to let his little hummingbird turn into some worthless vampire's snack.

"Yes, I'm sure he's very excited to meet you," he told her with a grin, motioning for Morgan to allow his brother in. The witch nodded, scrambling out of the room. Amusing, yet pathetic. If Klaus had wanted her dead, she would've died in the alleyway with Dianna. Weren't witches supposed to have backbones?

Morgan obviously hadn't gotten that particular memo.

No matter.

Klaus stood in a sweeping movement, taking Kanzie with him to settle on his hip. One of her sweaty little hands came up to grasp the hem of his collar as she buried her face into his neck. And if that didn't give Elijah pause, he didn't know what would.

"M'hungry," Kenzie complained, bringing to his attention that he hadn't fed her. He sighed. This was why he needed Elijah. No doubt his older brother would manage where he couldn't.

"What would you like, little bird?" he asked, turning his attention from the door to her pretty blue eyes that were a shade brighter than his. "I can get you ice cream," he tempted, "Would you like some?"

"Don't be silly," Kenzie huffed, rolling her eyes at him. He grinned, resisting the urge to laugh at his fiery little bird. No doubt it wouldn't be appreciated, "Ice creams for breakfast," he was thankful the 'duh' was left unsaid. He had no idea what he'd do with himself if a four year old said 'duh' to him like he was a common idiot.

"Of course, how could I forget? What's for dinner, then?"

Her little face scrunched, and she brought a theatrical finger to her chin. He grinned, looking away from his little bird as Elijah stepped into the room, brown eyes taking in the scene. Klaus watched for a sign of surprise, and wasn't left wanting. It was subtle, his brother rocking on his heels, head tilted back a fraction with a raised eyebrow. It was small, but it was victory.

"I want chicken nuggets, with sauce," she nodded, bringing both Originals' attention back to her. "The sweet kind, the yellow one, you know?" she asked, and he nodded, even though no, he didn't. "From Micky D's, because I like those - and I want fries! Can I have fries, please, please?"

"Of course," he smiled, "Lets get your shoes and a coat, and we can go get dinner wit Uncle Elijah, how does that sound, little bird?"

Kenzie twisted, as if finally realizing that there was someone else in the room. Her little body squirmed, and Klaus set her on her feet, watching warily as she rushed Elijah, only to stop when her little toes bumped his loafers. "You Uncle 'Lijah?" she demanded, earning a soft laugh from the hybrid.

Elijah granted her a soft smile, bending down onto one knee so he could see her better. He blinked, no doubt reminiscing on her resemblance to Sonja, "I am. And you must be Kenzie, Niklaus has told me so much about you."

"Who Neclaus?"

"Who is Niklaus," Elijah corrected, and Klaus rolled his eyes, because of course Elijah would grammar check a four year old. "And he's my brother," Elijah pointed at Klaus, dragging Kenzie's attention back to him.

"Why didn't you tell me your long name?" she asked, pushing her lips out in a pout. Klaus shivered, a feeling of deja vu running down his spin, eerily reminding him of Rebekah when she was younger. Just what he needed, another Bekah.

"I don't like it," he shrugged, taking a few strides toward her to swoop her up again, not liking the idea of Elijah so closed to her without Klaus right next to her. She was his, he found her.

"I don't like mine, either," she whispered, shrugging her tiny little shoulders as Elijah rose to his full height.

"And what is it, McKenzie?"

"Nope," she shook her head violently, her brown curls slapping against Klaus' face. He raised an eyebrow, gently grabbing her jaw to stop the movement. "Gloscislawa."

Klaus starred, disbelieving. There was no way anyone was cruel enough to name their child that jumbled of letters. It was barely even pronounceable, he was surprised his little bird managed to spit it out. "Ma said daddy named me, but I like Kenzie, it's my little middle name."

"Do you have a long middle name?" Elijah asked, tilting his head enquiringly at Kenzie. she nodded, and Klaus was thankfully spared a lashing via hair.

"Fadeyushka."

Klaus shared a look with Elijah, the both of them coming to the same realization - Kenzie was in desperate need of a new name.

"Well, would you like a new name, love?" he asked, finally making his way out of the room, suddenly remembering that she was hungry. Perhaps he could cycle up their eating habits? He'd take her out to get whatever she was in the mood for, and he could eat whoever served the meal?

"You offering, little love?" she asked, perfectly mimicking his accent with a daring, gap toothed grin. Klaus barked out a laugh, head tilted back.

Elijah let out an amused huff of air, his dark brown eyes watching the pair.

"That I am, sweetheart. What say you, Elijah? Kenzie Mikaelson? What to do for a middle name, hm?"

"Niklaus," she volunteered, "Kenzie Niklaus Mikaelson," she nodded. Klaus pressed a kiss to her forehead, "Sounds dashing, little love, but perhaps something a bit more feminine?"

"Would Nikola suffice?" Elijah asked, turning curious eyes on the girl. Kenzie made a contemplating look, and Klaus was amused to note she pressed her index finger to her chin again. Perhaps it wasn't something she did jokingly, then, as he had thought.

"Kenzie Nikola Mikaelson," Klaus tried, liking the sounds of the name.

"Watch out world!" Kenzie shouted with a giggle, bright blue eyes shining. Klaus felt a smile forming on his face as he watched the little bird cradled against his chest.

"Watch out, indeed," Elijah said dryly.


AN: okay, here's the second chapter you peeps asked for - that you all for reviewing, it means a lot, and actually gives me some motivation for continuing. I think the next couple of episodes might be about the same as this - Kenzie, Klaus, and Elijah all getting comfortable with another. And just so you all know, this will all change how things go in VD, obviously, although I don't see myself bringing Kenzie in until the little Klefan roadtrip. If you guys have any suggestions, requests, or comments, feel free to review, and I'll do my best to answer or incorporate anything that I take a liking to.