Thank you so much for reading! Just to let you guys know, I wrote Daniel based on my little cousin brother. His attitude, character, the way he talks and the way he express—everything. He's an adorable child and seriously too smart for his age. I promised to upload it yesterday but I was busy and had cramps! So sorry! And I apologize for all the grammatical errors. Let's not waste more time, here you go!
It was difficult to phrase the sentences Caroline had to say to Daniel, but as she thought, she recalls Lockwood's threatening words. No, she's going to, she had to do this. She will be able to save Daniel, she will.
"Darling." She said as she bent and kissed him. "I have something important to tell you."
"What is it, mom?" he patted the side of his bed. "Come and sit next to me. If the monsters are coming to get me, I need you to be next to me so I can protect you."
"Yes you will," she smiled, doing as he asked. "Well—but this time the monster isn't really a monster."
"Mom, what do you mean?"
"Remember the story I told you about your fa—father?
"Tyler is his name." Daniel nodded. "He didn't love you, he loves me but you wanted me, so he had to leave me. I remember it, mom."
She hesitated. She had aware that the story she planted in Daniel's mind wasn't anti-Tyler, she didn't want Daniel to grow up knowing that his father didn't want him, but now the changed of event, Tyler is coming to claim Daniel, she had never prepared herself for this day to come.
"Mom?" Daniel Forbes asked. "Are you upset?"
"Oh my son, no I'm not upset," Caroline forced herself to give a light laugh. "How are you feeling?"
Daniel frowned. "Are you leaving me?"
Caroline was surprised, far more than surprised. "Hell no!" she said quickly. "Why do you ask?"
"I wasn't sleeping just now. I'm five!" Daniel raised his fingers. "I can't sleep in cradles anymore."
"I'm sorry! I didn't know it was uncomfortable." Caroline hugged him.
"It wasn't uncomfortable. I love it! But I'm a big boy now!" Daniel stood the bed next to Caroline.
Caroline looked extremely relieved. Daniel has a mind of his own, he is able to think and do the right thing. "I'm glad you are big guy!"
"And mom?" Daniel clung onto Caroline and sat on her lap. "I heard what happened. All of it, if you are going to ask. But there are some words I don't understand."
Caroline looked at him, eyes widened. Daniel was playing with Caroline's hair, curling them with his fingers. "Are you going to get married to Klaus and leave me?"
"No! I mean—yes, I'm going to marry—no, I will never ever leave you!" Caroline said quickly. "I need you to listen to this. It's going to be confusing. Adult matter but I want you to know."
Daniel sat up, straightened his back. "Okay, I'm ready!"
Caroline smiled and took Daniel hands. She explained why she had to marry Klaus, the incident with Tyler and Vicki, and what she is going to do to keep him with her. Daniel stopped her a lot of times during the explanation, asking her the meaning of words and mostly why. Caroline was patient. She wanted him to understand.
"I see." Daniel shrugged. "So is Klaus going to be my new father? I should call him—step—stepfather? Like Vicki, my stepmother?"
"Do you want me to marry Klaus? And to answer your question, no, you don't have to call Klaus your stepfather, you can call him by his name or anything you want?"
"Oh really? Cool!" Daniel thought for a moment. "If marrying Klaus keeps me with you, yes I want you to marry him. I like him too. I can play football with him."
"Hey! Hey! I can play football with you too!"
Daniel laughed, "You suck mom!"
"Hey! Mind your language!" Caroline tickled him and made her serious face.
"Mom," Daniel said, recovering from his amusement. "What happens if Tyler wins the cus-to-the-dy?"
It was a question Caroline had dreaded, but there was no way of avoiding it. "I won't let him." She said firmly.
"Ok." Daniel hugged Caroline tightly. "Can you sleep with me tonight?"
Caroline smiled. "Sure. But—can we sleep on my bed? It's bigger and—" before she could finish, Daniel had already jump off the bed and ran to the room across.
Caroline flew past Hayley and into her office, another day to get over with. She entered and found Klaus leaning against her desk, reading a paper. He looked as though he had been there for ages.
"I'm sorry I'm late. Daniel and I overslept, and the parking—"
"Don't worry Caroline," he said curtly. "You're perfectly entitled to be a few minutes late now and then. I have something for you."
She took off her blazer and smoothed her hair, then sat down to see the papers that he was holding.
When she saw what it was, she instinctively snatched it from his hand, exclaiming, "Done?!I wanted to ask if—"
"Oh no no, you're not changing your mind," Klaus interrupted. "I had a lot of other things done too."
"No, I'm not," she said shortly, glancing through the papers before looking at him. "I'm just—worried about Daniel."
"Good!" Daniel said leaning closer. "I have other things to inform you and Daniel."
Caroline stared at him. "What?"
"How do you think living with me will be like?" he asked curiously.
She shrugged. "A lot of suits, though Saturday had told be otherwise."
"Ahh, somebody likes the view!" Klaus smirked.
"No, I mean—" she began to protest.
"I was just teasing, love." Klaus grinned. "I think we are going to have so much more than a contract, Mrs Mikaelson."
"Hey! Don't call me that."
"Yes my wife! Those papers you were holding proved that you are the one and only wife of Niklaus Mikaelson." Klaus said in his casual fashion.
Caroline looked at the papers and back at him, waving the papers, "Er..hello Mr I didn't know your name is Niklaus, I haven't sign it yet!"
"Oh you will—now!" Klaus grabbed a pen from the table and handed it to her. "We need to meet Elijah to get this last thing done."
"When?"
"This afternoon. Two o'clock, in my office." Klaus looked at his watch and back at her. "Quickly sign this so I can pass it to him."
"Oh, is that how you propose?" Caroline mocked before signing it and passing it to him.
"I'm sorry, love, but I'm not getting down on my knee." Klaus smirked, taking the papers with him and moved towards the door.
"Klaus?" Caroline called. He turned and she said, "thank you." He smiled before closing the door behind him.
It was a little past two when Caroline entered Klaus's room. "I'm sorry, got held back by the publisher," she apologized before taking her seat next to a man in a suit like Klaus and gel-back hair.
"Indeed she is beautiful, brother," Elijah said smiling looking at Caroline then Klaus and back at her again.
Caroline scoffled, "I should have known all Mikaelson are so—"
"Charming?" Klaus grinned.
Caroline rolled her eyes, "Nobody could call you modest!"
"Why should I be modest about something I know I do well? That would be stupid and insincere."
"And are you never insincere, Mr Mikaelson?"
"Never, Mrs Mikaelson. Whatever I say I mean—at that time." He grinned. "Now let's not keep my brother entertained."
"Oh, don't stop at my account," Elijah grinned and passing Caroline a file. "This is a license of your marriage, enclosed are details for your son. Before I call to ask them to proceed, I would like your approval to change Daniel's name to Daniel Forbes Mikaelson."
Caroline read the details, she remained silent. The details explained that Daniel will be given the privilege into properties of Mikaelson any time like every other child of the Mikaelson. Klaus was being very generous. The things Daniel is to receive, is too luxurious. Caroline is sure she couldn't afford them.
"This is to prevent the plaintiff from finding a loophole." Elijah said, divining her thoughts.
"This—this is too much. I don't know how I'm going to payback."
"You don't have to Caroline." Klaus said abruptly.
"Where's the contract? Where should I sign?"
"I trust you; the contract is your heart. You and only you know. If you want out, I'll let you go, whenever you want. No terms to hold you back."
"And again, that's to prevent the plaintiff from finding a loophole," Elijah added.
She looked at him, startled. "Are you sure?"
Elijah and Klaus nodded. She looked at the file and then back at them. "Daniel Forbes Mikaelson, I'll get used to it," she said steadily. "I'll be his wife."
"You already are," Elijah smiled before standing up. "Now if you would excuse me, I have to get this done quickly. It's good to meet you, sister-in-law. I look forward to see Daniel." He offered his hand.
"Thank you." Caroline said as she took his hand for a shake.
When Elijah had gone, she sat on in Klaus's office, resting back. She was also slightly nervous because she had to play it out as Klaus's wife. She doesn't know what explanation Klaus is going to give the company but she knows he will handle it well.
As Klaus returned to his chair, after sending Elijah out, she asked anxiously, "So what are we going to do now?"
He looked as her amusedly, "Well—I'd insist that you move into my house immediately."
"I'd rather stay in my own home," she protested. "I don't want to bring you more trouble."
"And that's what you will tell the press when they track you down?" he quirked his eyebrows. He stood up and walked towards her, taking his place across her, leaning on the desk.
Caroline frowned, "Who knew getting married brings so much trouble."
"It will be all worthy for Daniel. Now, go home and pack. I'll come over tomorrow." Klaus lifted her up from the chair. She stood up and noticed how close they were, their feet next to one another. They looked into one another eyes for a moment. Klaus heard her quick indrawn breath and Caroline could see whatever Klaus had carefully kept hidden come shining out of his eyes. It was full of expression; Caroline couldn't tell what it was. He face softened to Caroline puzzled attonishment.
"It's nothing when you do it for love," Klaus said softly, and reached out, his hands closing on the soft skin of her upper arms and drawing her to him. Her heart was beating so loudly she was sure he must hear it as he pressed her against him tightly. She pulled against them, and clenched her fist against his heart chest, but his grip tightened and he wasn't going to let her go. "Shut her eyes," he murmured, and she firmed her mouth and shook her head. He gave a soft little laugh and his hand slid to her nape and held her while his mouth descended to her eyelids, so that she had to shit them, and then moved to her lips, unexpectedly gentle, barely touching her mouth as he teased unbearably, moving softly from her lower lip to the corner of her mouth and back again, not demanding at all but merely tantalizing, until she melted her body against his and felt fire inside her. Klaus pulled her nearer and the moment his soft lips touched hers, she gasped, removing her hands from her side, hiding one in his hair and the other clutching his shirt. Klaus kissed her with passion but still gentle, taking her mouth fully. Caroline moaned into his lips wanting more, wanting to keep feeling the weight of his lips upon hers.
Klaus tasted her lips one more time with his tongue before parting them, moaning as he stepped inside. Caroline tongue matched his as she played with his hair.
There was a soft tap on the door, and Caroline pushed against him in panic—but Klaus kept his grip. "Play it cool Mrs Mikaelson," Klaus said softly, smirking.
Klaus's secretary entered the room, informing him that he has a call on hold before leaving.
Caroline thought she could control her expression, she tried to struggle free, and Klaus gave a soft sigh before freeing her.
"I'm sorry, I shouldn't have," Klaus frowned.
Caroline made no reply. Both of them stood there in silent.
"Answer me one thing, Caroline." Klaus broke the silent. "If you ever felt anything between us, promise me that you will not hide it."
"Yes," she pouted.
Klaus gave her a warmth smile and patted her arms, "Now, getting going Mrs Mikaelson. I think I'll come over tonight."
"What?!"
Klaus laughed, "I was thinking bonding time with Daniel.
"Yea right, to prevent the plaintiff from finding a looped hole," Caroline flushed as she imitated Elijah's words.
Klaus smiled at her adorable act. Caroline moved towards the door but before she leaves, she turned back to Klaus who was watching her and gave him a genuine smile, "See you tonight, husband."
"How did we miss the wedding bells, girls? It was found out recently that the Mikaelson had added two members into their family. Oh, hold that thought. The new bride isn't pregnant but she came with a son of aged 5. Not only the bride but her son must have caught the Mikaelson's attention that they have decided to be above serious. Isn't that good news? Oh and let me let you in into a secret; the newly married Mikaelson isn't the famous New York playboy but the new managing editor of Mikaelson. So hold your horses, girls and stop crying!" Bonnie read the article.
Caroline dumped a box on the seat next to Bonnie, "That's all he wrote?"
Bonnie nodded, "Uhuh, wonder how much he receive for writing this?"
"Enough for him to be drinking in a coffee house now instead of mine," Caroline laughed.
"Are you alright, Care?"
"I think so," she said as she seals the lid of another box. "I hope I'm doing the right thing."
"I think you are," Bonnie assures her. "This is all for Daniel. You have nothing to lose. You get to travel places for free! And I'm sure I'll see you a lot in magazines! Once you're Klaus's wife you'll be photographed wherever you go and you've got to do him credit."
Caroline laughed, "All I want is peace for Daniel. Peace from Tyler and the paparazzi. You know I hate having the cameras in front of my face."
"Oh girl, start getting use to it! You have a lot to learn from the Mikaelson."
"See that," Caroline pointed to a bunch of files on top of the counter. "I have read that. That's everything about Klaus."
"Ohhh!" Bonnie said excitedly. She jump off the stool and head towards the file. Grabbing the top one, she flipped open the first page. "Favourite drink—bourbon. Isn't that antique? Favourite color—"
"Black?" Caroline answered.
Bonnie's eyes widened, "That is correct! How did you know?"
Caroline shrugged, "He seems dark and all."
"Next, favourite—" Bonnie stopped when the door bell interrupt.
"That must be Daniel and Klaus, could you get it?"
Of course, how could she miss out on this? "Sure, upper east side!" Caroline scoffed, glancing over at Klaus briefly before returning her gaze to the high rise apartments.
"What?" Klaus said, a hint of amusement in his voice. "You didn't really think I live in First Avenue, did you?"
"You said near the office. The Women is in New York. That's 15 minutes drive to the office every morning, with the traffic—worst."
"That's noth—"
"Omg!" Caroline interrupted. "You came all the way to Union Square to pick us up on Saturday and then back to where you came from. And then drop us back. You are—" she scoffed again, crossing her arms over her chest.
"If it makes you feel better, I'll buy a house in First Avenue. Perhaps Rivergate Apartment? You are welcome to live there."
"You're unbelievable!" Caroline rolled her eyes.
Klaus smile, shrugging his shoulder. "Here we are."
Klaus parked and a valet came over greeting him before walking to the back of the car to unload the luggages. Klaus came around the car quickly and open the door for Caroline.
"I can manage," she smiled. "But I happened to need you for the kid behind. I don't know what you did to him, but he's knocked out since you brought him home yesterday."
Klaus smiled, nodding. "Parts of a husband's duty," he said, stepping around her to pick Daniel up. He adjusted Daniel position to cling on his shoulder instead of cradling so he wouldn't end up with sore arms. With his free hand, he motion for her to go ahead of him as he placed one hand at the base of her back. "Shall we?"
Caroline nodded, smiling at him, all while trying to not admit that the feel of his hand on her back sent shivers down her spine which brings her back to the second kiss that happened in the office.
"Oh my!" Caroline exclaimed, clamping her mouth with her hands. "This is beautiful!" Caroline starred wide-eyed at the surrounding. Klaus lives on the 19th floor, Block A in the Empire House. The apartment was as big as a house. It has 3 bedrooms, huge living room with a large flat screen TV hung on the wall, a dining room connected with the kitchen, and 3 bathrooms. The furniture was modern and sleek. The terrace caught Caroline's eyes the most. She could see Roosevelt Island for away. The view was breathtaking!
"How can you even leave when you are greeted with this every morning?" Caroline asked as she spun around the terrace.
Klaus gave her a light laugh, "Come, let me show you Daniel's room first so I can put him down."
Caroline came back and followed him to the other end of the apartment. There were 2 bedrooms next to each other and one across.
"This is my room and the opposite is yours." Klaus pointed with his free hand. He walked further to another room which is next to Caroline's room. "This shall be Daniel's room."
"Why do you need so many rooms when you live alone?" Caroline asked out of curiosity.
"I have two brothers who camp here when they are at this part of the city," Klaus answered as he placed Daniel on the bed. Daniel stirred and woke up from his sleep. He yawned before regaining conscious of his surroundings.
"Someone's finally up!" Caroline chimed.
Daniel sat up before speaking, "Are we in Klaus house?"
"Yes we are big guy!" Now, follow along the tour."
Klaus showed them around, skipping a room behind the kitchen. Caroline didn't bother asking, it could be a store room, she thought. Once they got settled and changed, Klaus decided to bring them out for lunch.
"Will you be requiring your car, Mr Mikaelson?" the valet asked him.
"No, thank you," Klaus replied. The restaurant Klaus decided to go was just down the street. Caroline took Daniel's hand while Klaus led them into the busy crowd down 3rd Avenue.
It was lunch time; the street was swarmed with life. There were people everywhere, smoking on the sidewalks, talking on the phone, and even fighting for space on the sidewalks. Klaus halted when he realized that they were no longer walking next to him. He spun around and looked back the way he had come. They were stuck behind a man talking on the phone. They couldn't get on the other half of the sidewalks as people were walking from both direction.
Klaus went back to get them. "Caroline, darling, you gave me a fright!" Klaus told her, taking her hand and walked onwards.
"There are so many people," Daniel said, pointing towards the opposite road.
"Yes, and you have to grip mommy's hand really tight so you don't get lost." Klaus commanded and gave Caroline a light smile.
Daniel nodded and gripped Caroline's hand tighter.
They successfully made their way to East Side Brick Oven Pizza. Caroline wondered why they didn't just eat in one of the restaurants near the apartment. But it was as if Klaus could read her mind, he said, "It's my favorite pizza place in the neighborhood. It isn't fancy but they serve personalized baked oven pizza."
Caroline smiled but did not answer as they stepped into the restaurant. Klaus must have been a regular customer as the waiters greeted him by his name instead of sir. They were leaded to a private table near the back. As they slid in the booth, a man with grey hair, dressed in chef attire came over. "Klaus! Good to see you!" the man called as he stood at their table and patted Klaus's arm.
Klaus patted the man's hand which was on his arm and smiled, "Good to see you too, Sebastian."
"This must be your wife and son."
"You read the tabloids too? This is so not you," Klaus teased and added. "Yes, this is Caroline and her son, Daniel."
"Pleasure to meet you," Sebastian said and offered Caroline and Daniel for a hand shake.
Caroline smiled and took it, "Pleasure."
Daniel stood up on the chair and returned the hand shake, "Good to meet you too, chef!"
Sebastian laughed and patted his head, "Aren't you adorable?" before turning back to Klaus. "I guess you're having something new today since Kol and Henrick aren't here."
Klaus looked at Caroline and then backed to Sebastian, "Give us a few minutes."
Sebastian nodded and handed them the menus before leaving.
"I take that you come here often," Caroline said.
"Usually for supper when my brothers are around," he replied. "So what would like to have on your pizza?"
Caroline looked at the menu but it put it down and looked at him, "I'm fine with anything but no onions. We hate it."
"Yes, it makes mommy cry when she cuts them." Daniel said. He seemed to be in his own world playing with the iPad but still managed to catch up with the surroundings.
"I happen to not like onions too," he said, smiling. Caroline remembered, it was written in one of those files. Not only onions, he didn't like ginger too.
A waiter came over to their table to take orders.
"May I?" Klaus asked, "I know exactly what mix to have."
Caroline smiled and nodded, allowing Klaus to order for them. "Mushroom, beef pepperoni, olive and cheese on one side, and shredded chicken, mushrooms, cheese and pineapple on the other half."
"Drinks?"
"Lemon juice, love?" Klaus asked Caroline and she nodded. "3 cups," the waiter nodded before leaving.
"So, since we aren't having a wedding ceremony, I was thinking—maybe a family dinner?"
"Sure, I mean—it's just me and Daniel. It wouldn't be scary, right? Considering you have such a huge number of family members? And most of them are famous people and I'm infamous. Omg! And they know this is scam. They must be thinking what a mess you're picking, I'm a mess. Oh gawd, this is embarrassing." she sighed, pursuing her lips as she looked at him. He was staring at her with a hint of amusement on his face. "I'm sorry—I tend to ramble a lot when I'm nervous. You probably think I'm insane, right?"
Nik laughed, shaking his head. "I know, sweetheart. I have seen you in this state. You either can be really quiet or you ramble which—I think is really entertaining."
Caroline laughed, easing her own tension, "Well—glad I can be of service."
"I'll consider this a yes," Klaus chuckled. "I'll give them a call later; probably this weekend should be good. After all, you have to meet them before Rebekah's wedding. I can't be escorting you around and introducing you there."
"When is it?"
"In two months."
The waiter came with their drinks and returned again with the pizza. The rest of the lunch passed mostly with Klaus and Daniel conversing.
Caroline spent the rest of the day in the apartment with Daniel, unpacking. Klaus has returned to the office to work.
It was almost seven when she heard the keys jingling.
"Klaus, you're home!" Daniel's sequel of delight left Caroline in no doubt as to the identity of the new arrival. Caroline came out her room to greet him.
"I'm sorry I'm late, I ordered Chinese. Dinner with TV?"
"Yay!" Daniel said triumphantly as he lets go of Klaus embrace and quickly clear his toys in the living room.
"Did you get the itty bitty spare ribs?"
Klaus holds up the paper bag as he walked towards the kitchen.
Caroline smiled as she followed behind him, "Alright, go get clean while I heat this up."
It was almost the end of Captain America when they heard the sound of keys jingling. The door swung open and Klaus straightened from his lying position on the couch.
"Well, I was told that we have a newcomer, but with a son, that certainly never crossed my mind."
Caroline put a protective arm around Daniel when she heard the stranger's voice.
Klaus groaned and stood up as the owner of the voice entered the house closing the door behind him, an impish grin on his youthful face.
The man was young, a little younger than her she'd assume. He was tall, with brown hair and eyes that shone with a mischievous gleam. He was holding the strap of a duffel bag that was draped over his shoulder, the other holding the house keys.
"Kol, keys!" Klaus sighed as he extended out his hand for the keys.
"The last time I checked, I was allowed to come and go, hence the keys."
"But now it's occupied, so—keys," Klaus said, impatiently waiting for the keys.
Kol smiled, shrugging before throwing the keys towards Klaus as he stepped further into the living room. "So this must be my new nephew!" Kol said, holding out his hand to Caroline.
"Caroline," she introduced herself as she took it. "Daniel," she added when she looked down at her son.
Kol dropped the duffel bag that was perched on his shoulder to the floor with a loud thump. "Uncle Kol," he said as he bend to Daniel's height and stretched his arms for an embrace.
Daniel didn't return the embrace; after all he was a still a stranger. Daniel patted Kol's shoulder instead and said, "Hi."
Kol laughed, his handsome, youthful face stretched out in a wide grin. "Well taught! Good boy." He said, giving Daniel a pat on his head. "You will get use to me soon. I'm the fun uncle."
Klaus scoffed, picking up his duffel bag. "I would really appreciate if you gave a bit more of a warning before you come," he said, irritation lacing his words. "And stop throwing your things around."
"Old habits die hard," he said, taking the duffel bag from Klaus's hand.
Caroline cleared her throat, breaking up the tense between the brothers. "So what brings you here, Kol?" she said, stepping around him towards the table to clear the dinner mess. Daniel has resumed back to the couch, watching Captain America.
"Oh," Kol stepped aside and fall on the couch next to Daniel. Daniel made no attempt to flee. "I have a party at Club Macanudo. You're welcome to join us. I make a good party than my brother here," Kol looked at Caroline, winking.
Caroline laughed, shaking her head. Klaus came up to her side, handed her the keys. She nodded as he helped her with the mess. "Kol," he muttered under his breath. "Should you be on your way? You usually drop your bag and leave in less than a minute."
"Nik, please," Kol drawled, putting his arms around Daniel. "You know I like to make an entrance to a party even if it's not mine. And besides, wouldn't it be rude if I didn't—communicate with my sister-in-law?"
Caroline smiled, shrugging her shoulders. "Should I get you a drink then? Coffee? After all, you're a guest."
"Oooh," Kol crooned, laughing as he shook his head, catching the smirk that formed on his brother's lips. "Somebody already made herself at home. Anyway, thank you sweet Caroline, I should get going. Though, I'd like if someone would open the door for me when I'm back." Kol flashed a sign of defeat.
Caroline shook her head as a smile tugged at her lips. "Okay, you can borrow my keys. I expect to get it back tomorrow morning," she said, handing him the keys and headed to the kitchen with the dirty dishes. "Have fun!"
Klaus nodded reluctantly, much rather prefer Kol to sleep on the sidewalk. But Caroline was the one who handed him the keys, and he knew she has better judgments. "You hear her."
Kol buried the keys in his jacket pocket and headed towards the door, leaving his duffel bag on the couch. "It was nice to meet you, Caroline," he said, shouting a little so she can hear him from the kitchen. "And you too, nephew!" closing the door behind him.
"It's fun to have a brother?" the small voice spoke suddenly.
Klaus turned to Daniel and settle down beside him, "Well—sometimes," he said, eyes narrowed. "Why is that you asked?"
Daniel shrugged, "Just asking." He reached for the remote to switch off the TV and looked back at Klaus, "I'm tired. I'm going to sleep."
Caroline lied in darkness, sprawled out on her bed. She checked her phone for the time, 3 am. It has been 3 hours tossing and turning on every corner of the bed. She turned the light of the little lamp next to her bed. She tossed back the covers and got up to stand next to the bed. It was possibly the comfiest bed she had ever been in, it was a bigger than the one she had, why couldn't she fall asleep?
She opened the door and looked down the hall. It was dark. Kol wasn't home yet. The kitchen was at the opposite end of the house, she tiptoed across, trying not to make any sound. A faint clanking noise from the kitchen startled her. If it's a thief, she had to protect herself. She looked around the living room for a weapon. The remote control was sitting next to Kol's duffel bag. She chose the remote control. As she peered around the corner, a figure flashed in front of her causing her to jump and let out a shriek.
"Sorry, didn't mean to frighten you," Klaus hold her about the waist to steady her.
Caroline found one of her hands holding his bare shoulder to keep her balance. Klaus upper body was bare, he was only wearing a sweatpants. Her eyes couldn't help but graze the flat planes of his torso. A light smattering of hair trailed down the center of his chest. She noticed he had a tattoo on his right arm and on his chest, a little above the heart. It was symbols she didn't understand. She pulled her hand back and run it down her face, trying to steady her breathing, "I thought it was a thief."
Klaus let go of his grip and laughed softly, "And you are planning on hit him with a remote?"
Caroline looked at the remote and smile embarrassedly. "There was nothing else to take," she said as she placed the remote back on the table.
"Trouble sleeping?" he asked.
She nodded.
"Is there something wrong with your room?"
"No, it's great. Just couldn't sleep."
"I made tea," Klaus smirked as he turned towards the kitchen with her following behind.
Caroline leaned against the counter, her chin propped on her elbow, as she waited for Klaus to pour her a cup. Her long legs were on display beneath a pair of red sleep shorts, barely reaching past her thighs. A white tank top clung to her torso. Klaus could tell she wasn't wearing her bra. The whole thing left very little to the imagination.
"You couldn't sleep too?" she asked quietly, watching him pulled out another tea cup and added a bag to it before pouring the boiled water.
"Guess we're in the same boat," Klaus chuckled. He handed her the cup, crossing his arms over his chest as he leaned his back against the counter. His gave went to the cup she was slowly bringing to her lips.
They stood there for a few moments, leaning against the counter. Caroline realized they haven't really talked it out—about this whole scam. She didn't believe him when he said he could use a companion. She did this marriage for Daniel, but what was it truly for him.
Caroline cleared her throat, "Since I'm your wife—fake wife, you ought to be honest—with me."
Klaus nodded, understanding her question.
"This wasn't just Katherine's idea you are obeying. There's something more, tell me what is it?"
Klaus shrugged, tapping his fingers on the counter. If he wants to win her heart, might as well be honest now. "I don't really know," he laughed quietly. "I mean, I just have this—weird feeling—this urge to protect you." He sighed. He glance up at her, noticing that she was staring at him, deep in thought.
"I don't know, I guess when I saw you protecting Daniel, I want to protect you too," he said, placing the cup down and move closer towards her. Klaus cupped her face and said, "Just let me do that for you, please."
Caroline felt like she couldn't breathe under his stare. His hands on her face sent a chill down her spine. The suddenly she leaned toward him and placed her lips on his. She has been craving for his lips since yesterday.
Klaus jerked in surprise at the contact. It took a moment for him to realize what was even happening. She was kissing him, so he kissed her back, deeply and passionately. He followed her lead and covering her lips with his own. They were just as soft as he remembered. His hand slid up from her cheek to tangle in her hair. He pushed her head a bit closer to his own, feeling like she wasn't close enough. As he did, her mouth opened slightly and he slid his tongue between her lips. She tasted warm and sweet, like the tea they drank. The longer he kissed her, the more he craved. He had no idea why she had started this but it felt right, this is clearly a head start of a relationship, a real one.
Caroline placed the cup down as she moved her hands to gently rest on his torso. Her hands move down slowly, feathering around. Caroline could feel his erection on her stomach.
They stared into each other's eyes, both searching for an answer to what had just happened. Neither of them said a word, the only sound was their breathlessness from kissing. Caroline broke the silence by kissing him again. Klaus was taken aback for a second when he felt her kiss again; it was like she's giving him permission. Their kiss was passionate but it was also slow and sweet, Klaus took his time kissing her, tasting her slowly, enjoying the way her hand pulled his hair gently or how her tongue matched his.
He could feel her breath changing when he placed a hand in her lower back pressing her closer to him, a gasp escaped her mouth. Her hands were all over him. Her body melting against his caused him to moan. His lips move from her lips to her chin and down to her neck, Caroline tilted her head behind as his lips set her skin on blazing fire. She wanted him so much she had no idea how she had restrained herself, building walls higher and higher each day.
Her fingers got lost in his hair and she slowly pulled him back to her mouth, she wanted to kiss him again and again. Caroline gasped when she felt his hands on her bare skin under her tank top but she felt his doubt, Klaus hesitated for a second. Instead Caroline kissed him with urgency and passion, reaching for his jaw. Klaus took it as a permission, as he moved his hand over the side of her exquisite body, taking in the softness of her skin. He lifted her up in a swift and placed her on the counter. Her legs wrapped around him as she pulled him closer. His hands moved up to cup her breast, squeezing it lightly and she gasped into his deep kiss, it made him smile.
The sound of keys jingling broke them apart. Caroline could hear the irritated growl that left Klaus's lips. Both of them turned to where the sound came from. Kol was leaning on the doorway, with his jacket half hanging off his shoulders and his arms cross around his chest.
"Well, well," he lips quirking up into a patronizing smirk as he set his eyes on the two flushed forms, one against and one on the counter. "Don't stop on my account."
Did you like it? It's a really long chapter to keep you till next week. Like I have mention before, I don't update on weekends but considering that I'm starting work and I will be really exhausted by the end of the day, I will be updating only on weekends. Really sorry! And for those of you, who were waiting for Klaus and Caroline's wedding, I'm sorry again but it's a scam. They can't have a wedding after the commotion, Tyler and Vicki would know. I hope I made it clear with Matt's gossip article. But we will have Rebekah's wedding and that will probably be in Chapter 7 or 8. I had their family weekend half-written but not done yet. Anyway, please tell me what you think about it? I scared I was too long-winded.
Have a good weekend, x