THE WEEKEND
I wake up to someone knocking on the door, probably Ares. "I'm up." I shout at him but he keeps knocking and I realize that the spell is activated and he can't hear me. I groan before getting up and opening door. "I'm up Ares. What's the hurry?" I ask as I go back and sit on the bed. "We're going to The Hamptons. Get ready, I'll pick out your clothes." Ares says excitedly while going towards the closet. "Okay. No dresses." I shout as I go towards the bathroom and hear Ares groan. I take a quick shower knowing Ares will get impatient, he's been jumping about the whole week excited for the weekend. I step out to see and an all white outfit. There's white jeans and a white sweater and brown boots. I'm thankful for the sweater since it's a bit cold outside and now that I think about it a beach in cold weather is a really bad idea but oh well. I change into my clothes and comb my hair putting it into a ponytail before heading downstairs. I go to the kitchen to see Noah cooking breakfast. "Good morning." I greet him with a hug, which he returns. "Good morning. I'm surprised you're in a good mood seeing as Ares was banging on your door." Noah says. "Well we're going away for the weekend so I'm very excited and there's no use in being grumpy and ruining the mood." I tell him while making coffee for us. "Fair enough." Noah says. "How long does it take to reach Hamptons?" I ask him since I wanted to get some sleep so that I'm not tired when we reach. "Around 2 hours or so depending on the traffic." Noah informs me and I nod. We both sit down to eat and Ares joins us soon. After eating we cleaned up and went to get our bags. I go up to my room and take the bag I packed yesterday, checking to make sure everything is in there. I close my bag after putting my sketchbook and go downstairs.
Since Ares and Noah aren't there yet I sit down on the couch to read a book. Ares got me a new book since I finished The Maze Runner Trilogy, it's a sort of love story. It's called 'Where Rainbows End' and even though I didn't think I would like it I'm currently rereading it. After a few minutes Noah comes down and gestures me to follow him. We go down the elevator to the parking and walk to their car and put the bags in the back. "You okay? With... well everything." Noah asks as we arrange the bags and wait for Ares. "Yeah I guess. I mean I'm still too much of a coward to tell my friends or my brother about what happened but at least we're talking again. If you are asking about the Jackson thing then I guess I'm doing better. I took off the bracelet last night and I'm not going to wear it for this trip. I want to know if I'm actually moving on or just avoiding it." I tell him. Noah looks at me for a few seconds before asking, "You sure that's a good idea? I mean we do want you to move on from what happened but not like this it's a risk." Noah says a little worried. "I know but you and Ares will be there and I trust you. I also didn't have any nightmares last night so that's good I think. I don't think there will be any episodes. I only had them because of the realization that... that not only could Jackson have used me but he could have killed me and that scared me but this week with you and Ares and nightmare free days and nights I came to realize that it won't happen now because Jackson's dead and I... I survived. I think that this will work, I want to look back at what happened and be proud of myself for surviving not ashamed or scared of what Jackson did. Does that make sense?" I say ending with a question. "Yeah it does. And you should be proud Elle not only for conquering your demons but also because you seem to have accepted it was not your fault. I've seen so many women destroy themself due to a man's fault over the centuries and I'm proud to see that you aren't doing that." Noah says with a grin. I smile back at him and we sit in the car to wait for Ares.
After about 15 minutes Ares comes and sits in the car. "Sorry, I know I'm late. I had to attend an important call." Ares explains. Noah smiles at Ares and we leave. "What are we going to do there? Do you have a plan or...?" I ask them mostly Ares though. "Well today we're going to the beach after lunch, we can go jet skiing and then to our favourite restaurant there for dinner. Tomorrow we have to go to a meet of sorts, it will start around noon and will go on till 5 then we can either go scuba diving or just lazy around on a beach." Ares informs. "Uh... jet ski and scuba diving? I don't think I'll be able to do either of those." I tell Ares, "What? Why? Come on its fun." Ares insists. "I know but I am scared of deep waters and well drowning." I whisper but its loud enough for them to hear. "Well don't worry even if you do drown you'll just come back to life just with a little more powers." Noah says with a laugh. I glare at him and recite the aneurysm spell in my head until Noah winces. "Ow. What the hell? Seriously Ares?" Noah screams. "It was me actually and yes seriously." I tell Noah before sitting back in my seat. "You did that?" Ares asks. "Well you didn't and Noah obviously didn't do it to himself. So..." I trail off. "Well done. It takes a lot to actually give someone as old as Noah an aneurysm. Have you been practicing?" Ares asks and compliments. "Uh yeah a bit. I have also tried a few other spells. I also discovered that holding the talisman in my hand helps." I tell Ares and he gives me a smile.
I sit back and relax trying to get some sleep before reaching so that I can keep up with Ares's plans. After a few minutes I almost fall asleep but my phone rings. Ugh. I take it out of my pocket to see its Jeremy. I answer it. "Hey Jer." I say as soon the phone reaches my ear. "Hey Elle." He greets and I can hear a little guilt in his voice. "Are you okay? Everything's fine there right?" I ask him a little worried. "I'm fine. But things aren't that great here. There are so many new vampires in town. I was also worried if you actually forgave me for ignoring you for two weeks " Jer asks. "Yeah I forgave you Jer and the others. You all had valid reasons, well your reason was a bit stupid but still. I get it. You didn't want me to worry about what was happening there." I tell him truthfully. "Thanks Elle. So you talked to everyone?" Jer says. "Yeah. Care was just busy with Miss Mystic Falls which is understandable. She really wants to win so... As for Ty and Matt they both have to deal with their abusive parent, so I guess I understand. I just wish I was there to help." I tell him. "See that's went we were avoiding you because you love worrying about things. You should be enjoying your time in New York not worrying about us." Jer tells me. "Hey, that's not fully true. I'm actually on my way to The Hamptons for a fun weekend." I tell Jer."That's a real place? Good to know. I'm glad, have fun there. I'll call you later? I have to go back to class now." Jer says. "What class?" I ask him. "Well I decided to start self defense classes like you. I know I probably won't last very long against a vampire but you know..." Jer trails off. "Yeah I know. You just don't want to feel weak." I whisper to him. "Yeah." Jer agrees. "Call me when you can. I love you Jer." I tell him. "I will Elle. I'll call you soon. Love you too Elle." He replies and we cut the call. I smile and look forward.
Noah and Ares are both staring at me well Noah occasionally looks to the front but still. "What?" I ask them. "You didn't tell him. You could've." Ares states. "I know. I just chickened out again and I don't know. He's already worried about the things there, I don't want to add on my problems." I explain to Ares. "It's your decision Elle. Get some sleep." Noah says. I nod my head and try to sleep. I wake up to a still moving and some peaceful music on the radio. "We aren't there yet?" I ask Noah. "Almost. It will take another half an hour it seems." Noah informs me looking at the traffic ahead. "Where exactly are we going in Hamptons? And where are we going to stay? In a hotel or?" I ask Ares. "We're going to a small village on East Hampton called Sag Harbor. We will be living in our house there. We like to have a few relaxing weeks sometimes." Ares informs me. "Your house? Is it a three storey mansion?" I ask them. "Its two storey. Anyways why do you insist we have a three storey mansion?" Noah asks. "I don't know. I just imagined you having a three storey mansion when we first met. So this meet of yours is it in Sag Harbor too?" I ask Ares. "No it's an hour away from Sag Harbor in Greenport. So we're going to have to leave around 10:30 tomorrow." Ares explains. "So can I sit that out or are you going to force me to dress up and go?" I ask Ares and he smiles which is enough of an answer.
We reach soon enough and I'm stunned to see the amazing mansion. It was themed black and white. It wasn't too big or small. There is a black garage on the left side of the house. Next to the garage a little further back steps leading to the main door which was fully glass. Next to the door a whole white accent wall and next to that a black wall with two windows. I walk in after Ares unlocks the door. As soon as we enter there is the living room. It's open with one wall all glass windows. It has a L-shaped couch and a small fireplace? that's what it looks like. To the right is the kitchen and dining table, to the left there are stairs. A little to the right of the kitchen there seems to be a study. I go and lie down on the couch and soon both Noah and Ares join me. "Can we practice till lunch?" I ask Noah. "No. This weekend is for rest, which means no training. Physical or otherwise." Noah practically orders. "Fine. Then what are we doing till lunch then?" I ask them. "We could start making lunch since it's already 11. Then unpack and change before leaving for the beach." Ares suggests. "Okay." Noah agrees. "Fine but I'm not changing." I tell Ares. I get up to walk to the kitchen but Ares stands in front of me and glares. "Yes you are changing. I got you a really great bikini. Please." Ares pleads . "Ares I don't really like wearing anything that exposing. Well unless I'm forced by people like Care and now you as well. Please don't make me. Besides aren't we going jet skiing? I'll just wear shorts and a loose tee or something. Please." I beg Ares. I just don't feel comfortable in my own skin anymore. Not like I used to, I didn't really mind bikinis at all. "Okay. If you don't want to I won't force you." Ares gives in and kisses my head. "Thanks Ares." I whisper to him.
As I enter I see Noah already pulling out ingredients. "What are we making?" I ask him while rolling my sleeves up since the sweater is white I didn't want it spoilt. "I was thinking a 3 course lunch, cause well we have a lot of time. Hot and sour soup, ratatouille and mocha pots. What do you think?" Noah asks. "Sure. I don't know what mocha pots are and I have tried ratatouille once but didn't turn out well. So I'll help. Be your sous chef." I tell Noah. "No problem. Lets start." Noah says. Since Ares couldn't cook at all, he sat at the dining table working on something. Probably what he's going to make us wear tomorrow. After being done with all three dishes we put the mocha pots in the refrigerator to cool. Ares sets up the table and we sit down for lunch. "You know we should cook together more often. It's fun working with you." Noah tells me. "Yeah it is fun. We should definitely do this more. I love learning new recipes anyways." I smile at Noah. We start eating and Ares compliments us on our food. The whole meal was really amazing. We cleanup and Noah and Ares show me to 'my room' and I start to unpack, even though there isn't much since it's only a two day trip. After unpacking I change into some faded blue grey shorts and a white loose shirt. I take some off white flip flops that I packed and put them on. Not bothering to grab any bag or wallet I put my phone in the shorts pocket and comb my hair before putting it into a bun. After a little thought I take my Polaroid and the small bag I bought especially for it. I head towards the balcony door I saw while coming upstairs and find a beautiful view of the ocean. The balcony is beautiful and themed black and white like the rest of the house. There are some chairs and sofas and a small table on the balcony and has glass railings. I stand over the railing enjoying the change in scenery and a little rest. "Ready to go?" I hear Noah's voice ask me and turn my head towards him. "Yeah let's go." I tell him and we head downstairs.
We reach the beach which is not too crowded and not too loud. "So what now? I mean we should wait at least half an hour more before skiing to avoid sickness. Or well at least I should." I tell Ares. Since we had a big lunch it's probably best to be safe, I'd rather not embarrass myself in front of rich people. "No you're right. Let's find somewhere to sit." Ares suggests. We go to the far end and sit on the lounge chairs already there. I take out my camera and start clicking picture. I take a snap of the water then some kids playing on the sand and then a few of Noah and Ares. "What do you think about him?" Ares asks me pointing towards some guy, some very handsome guy. "I think that you shouldn't be staring at other men while your husband is sitting right next to you. Also he looks nice." I tell Ares. "Don't worry sweetie, I'm not interested it's for you." Ares smiles cheekily at me. "No thanks. I am fine being single it's fun and stress free. Besides I'm starting to think dating isn't for me." I tell Ares honestly. "Why?" Noah asks. "Oh right I didn't tell you guys. In short. My first crush had a crush on my sister and on her orders dated me just so that he and Elena could humiliate me in front of the whole school and then my second... something I wouldn't call him a crush though, dated me even though he was in love with my sister. It ended with him kissing her and my faith in boys dwindling. So there." I explain to them. They both look at each other then towards me. "Well those boys were idiots. And you don't have good luck with males huh?" Ares asks. "That's not fully true. I have you guys, my brother and my best friends so it's just my love life I guess." I inform them and they both nod and smile.
"Come on let's watch that woman ski, it might help your fear." Ares suggests. "How exactly would that help? And you guys should do it, I don't think I am going to." I inform them while backing up. "Oh no, you're not getting out of this. You should conquer your fears. It will be fun and we'll never let anything happen to you." Noah assures me. "Fine. And I guess you are right. I should get over my fears." I agree and we go towards the jet ski rental and watch as a woman sits on a jet ski and races away. I feel a bit better but then she falls into the water. "Yeah I'm definitely not doing that." I tell them and they both give me a look. "Don't look at me like that. I don't know how to swim, I'll drown. And as much as I trust you my fear overpowers the trust." I inform them. "Come on Elle. How about this? I'll ride with you. Okay?" Noah asks. Conquer fear and die or be a coward. "If I die I'll kill both of you." I tell them and they both smile. I sit on the ski and Noah sits behind me, holding onto me. "Ready?" Ares asks from beside me. "I don't think I ever will be. Let's go." I say and we both take off. I don't race too fast but soon gain confidence due to Noah's assuring words and the stability of the jet ski and race a bit faster. We go back to the shore once our time is over. "That was amazing. I'm glad I did it." I tell Ares and Noah as we go back towards where we were sitting before. "It really was. Does this mean you'll try scuba diving tomorrow?" Ares asks and I smile and nod. "Definitely. It might take me some time though to control my breathing and not get a panic attack just thinking about water." I explain to them. "Of course. What do you want to for now?" Noah asks. "I don't know. What else can we do?" I ask them. "We could get an early dinner and then go to one of the nightclubs. It would be fun and we haven't gone to a club in a while." Ares suggests. "Well I don't really want to go to a club, so we could eat then you guys could go to the club and I was thinking about starting my assignment." I inform them. "Are you sure? And what's the assignment?" Ares asks. "Yeah I'm sure. And my assignment is to paint something relating to nature. It doesn't matter what, it can be a tree or mountain or anything. I was thinking about maybe walking around a bit to see if I find anything inspiring. If I find something I'll take a Polaroid and then copy from it. What do you think?" I ask since they get worried easily. "Sounds perfect. But instead of you walking around cluelessly, we'll show you a meadow on our way to the restaurant. I'm sure you'll love it." Noah tells me. "Okay sure. Let's go." I agree. "First we're going back home, so that Noah and I can change then we'll leave for the restaurant." Ares says. I just shrug and follow them back grateful for not having to change.
I check my phone to see a message from Elena again and delete without bothering to read. She's been trying to get me to know about our real parents and I'm really not intrested in knowing about them. I look around as we drive towards the restaurant. We pass by little shops and cafes before the landscape changes to farmlands. After a few minutes the car stops and I look through the other window to see a beautiful meadow filled with all kinds of flowers of all colors. I take a few pictures and walk around to look closely at the flowers also taking a few close up pictures of the flowers I like. I walk back to the car where Noah and Ares are waiting leaning against the car. "Done. Let's go." I tell them and get in the car. We arrive at the restaurant in 15 more minutes. It's beautifully decorated, incorporating it's Chinese menu and theme. We sit down and Noah orders for all us. He ordered Cream Cheese Wontons, Seafood Fried Rice and Moo Shu Pork. "You sure you don't want to come with us?" Ares asks me and I nod. "I'm sure Ares. You've known me long enough to know I'd rather not go to clubs if avoidable." I remind him. "Ares leave her be. She won't have time tomorrow so she should finish it tonight." Noah chides Ares. "Fine he's right anyways." Ares reluctantly agrees. After a few minutes our food arrives and we all eat in silence. After dinner we all get in the car, Noah and Ares will first drop me back home and then leave for the club. We reach back in 20 minutes. I get out of the car and so does Ares. "Ares I'll be fine. Go have fun." I insist. "I know. Just call if you need anything. Okay?" Ares asserts. "I will, promise." I assure him and give him a hug. "Bye. Have fun." I say as we pull back. "We will. Bye." Ares says and gets back in the car. I sigh and go into the house before heading towards my room.
Ate changing into some pjs I sit down on the floor with my sketchbook and the Polaroid of the meadow. I decide to start with the sky then the small hills and then finally the meadow. I first sketch out the basic scenery very lightly with a pencil and then start. I finish painting the sky in half an hour struggling to give it the violet hue that I saw earlier. I then start the hills trying to give them the proper shade of green and blue-ish hue. It takes me an hour to finish the hills because I couldn't decide which green was better. I decide to take a break and go downstairs taking a bag of chips and a mocha pot we made earlier I go and sit down in the living room before starting the TV to watch the new episode of Supernatural. It's currently season 5 and the latest episode will be aired today and then directly in January. As the episode ends I feel a bit sad and reluctantly get up to finish my painting. I start the flowers which are going to take long since there are so many and they all need to be small which will make the detailing difficult. It takes me three hours to finish the flowers and now I'm staring at the painting actually contemplating starting a new one. I hear the front door open and take my painting to show Ares and Noah. I reach downstairs and they both are sitting in the sofa. "You guys okay?" I ask as I come to stand in front of them. "Yeah we're fine. Is your assignment done?" Noah asks. "Yeah I wanted to show it to you guys. Here." I say and hand them my book. "It looks amazing." Noah compliments and I smile a bit before looking towards Ares. "It looks great sweetheart. Nice job." Ares says and gives me hug. "Thank god. I'm too tired to start a new." I tell them. "Don't worry it's quite nice. You don't have to make a new one." Ares tells me. "You guys have fun?" I ask them. "Yeah. A bit." Noah says. "Well I'm going to sleep. See you guys tomorrow. Goodnight." I tell them and give them both a hug. They wish me goodnight too and I head back upstairs, keep my sketchbook on the table and fall into my bed. I soon feel exhaustion taking over.
Hey guys this only part one and I will try to post the second part in two days. After that chapter there will a time skip and the next chapter will be her last day at the academy after which there will be a chapter about her departure from New York which will be the ending of the book. I'll try to finish as soon as I can since I'm really excited to write about her return to Mystic Falls. Hope guys like the chapter.