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A Month Later...

Caroline and Klaus had been on a series of dates after their initial one, each one a chance to get to know each other and for Klaus to make amends. He had apologised every time until the last where she shut him up with a soft but passionate kiss. They were finally good. And, now they were a little more than good. They were together. It was the last date that brought about this happy turn in their lives. She still lived in her apartment and continued working under Elijah who turned out to be a way better boss than Klaus. He actually let her take part in defending people and was understanding. She and Klaus saw each other regularly and despite his attempt to convince her to move in with him she was standing strong. It wasn't that she didn't love him but it was still early stages. Too early to be thinking of moving in with him. She had found a small house near Klaus that she intended to buy so that her babies would have some space. More space than in this apartment anyway. It was perfect and it had three bedrooms with two bathrooms. It was a little dilapidated sure and it could definitely used some renovation but it was perfect. She had seen three of four houses but this one just gave her the right feel. Klaus had protested but she was determined.

"Love, I told you. Just move in with me. I have plenty of space" Klaus tried to persuade Caroline.

Caroline was refusing to budge. "I know, Klaus. But, it's too early. And, what if we don't work out? I still need a house to come home too. A house that's big enough for the three of us"

"Caroline, I said I was sorry. I have done so much to garner your trust once more. Do you really think I would break it so easily, sweetheart?" Klaus too was stubborn.

Caroline took his hand. "It's not that I don't love you, Klaus. I do. It's not that I don't trust you. I do. It's that I need security and a house will give me that. We've only just entered this stage of our relationship and I don't want to rush things"

"Do you think I'm rushing?" Klaus's anger flared up quickly but then he tempered it down. She had a valid point. "I understand, love. But, you can buy the house and move in with me"

Caroline shook her head gently. "I need some space, Klaus. I can't just move in with you because I'm pregnant. Why don't we see how things go?"

Klaus had pouted and been upset for a few days but then he decided to help her. He went to all the house viewings with her and helped her pick the perfect one. He had been against this one at first as it needed some renovation but eventually she wore him down. He conceded it was perfectly located and big enough. He just didn't want her to spend too much time and effort doing it up whilst she was pregnant. But, he eventually saw her side. And, he vowed to help her build a perfect house. He was also contributing financially to the deposit but Caroline insisted on paying off the mortgage by herself.

She looked in the mirror. She was wearing a taffeta blue dress that just about concealed her bump and small gold wedges. Klaus had invited her to a formal dinner with his family. He reasoned, that since she was now three months and in fact closer to four months pregnant they should tell his family. Elijah obviously knew and so did all her friends but the rest of his family were kept in the dark. They knew Klaus was dating someone. But, they didn't know who nor the fact that she was pregnant. She gulped some water nervously. It was just a formal dinner, Klaus said. Just family. But, he had explained to her that his family had formal dinners regularly and so she had to dress up accordingly. She was initially going to wear a white sundress but Klaus had bought this dress for her instead to wear. He wanted her to make a good first impression. But, only so his mother and father wouldn't insult her and so Rebekah wouldn't criticise. Rebekah had criticised every girlfriend so far from Tatia to Genevieve to Hayley but he hoped that Caroline would be able to win her over.

"Ready, love?" Klaus walked into her room dressed in a white shirt with a handsome black suit jacket and tailored trousers. Caroline felt her heart pound just looking at him. She was used to seeing him in formal suits but this one was different. This one made her quiver with delight. He hadn't done up all the buttons and so Caroline could see a tiny bit of his chest. She gulped nervously as she realised she had been staring.

Caroline quickly grabbed her clutch. "Yep. I'm all ready"

"You look gorgeous, sweetheart" Klaus wanted to reassure her that everything would be fine. He wasn't looking forward to this any more than her. His parents would be there and he would be forced to engage with them.

Caroline looked at him. "You look pretty good yourself" She said with hungry eyes. Then, a thought flitted through her mind. "Klaus...?"

"Yes, love?" He replied as they got in the car.

Caroline was nervous. "Who exactly will be there?"

"My parents though I cannot stand them. Not Finn. He despises our family and so hides away in Australia. My sister Freya, her husband Matt and their son Henry. Elijah, Katherine and their son Leo. Maybe Kol if he can be torn away from his fling with Davina. Rebekah for certain although I don't know whether she's bringing Enzo" Klaus reminded Caroline with a smile. "It will all be fine, love. I promise. You know Elijah. Freya and Matt will like you for sure. Katherine will warm to you after a while. Kol would love you. Rebekah will take time. She is very overprotective of me and I of her. Enzo is perfectly pleasant despite the fact that he is dating my sister and knows full well the consequences of upsetting her"

Caroline bit her lip. "And, what about your parents?" She could deal with Rebekah hating her but she didn't want to sit and be insulted for the entire time she was there. From what Klaus had told her Mikael had abused him and hated him. Esther was just indifferent to the abuse suffered by her son. And, in her mind that was so wrong. She wasn't sure she would be able to just sit there and listen to them insulting Klaus. And, if she blew her top then she would ruin their family dinner. "And the fact that I'm pregnant?"

"They will be too busy to care, love." Klaus was used to being the least loved. They would be too busy with Elijah and Rebekah to spare him any attention aside from the insults they would undoubtedly use. "And, you're my girlfriend. We've been dating and now you're pregnant. We will look after our babies together. That's all we have to say. Then, they'll leave us alone"

They had arrived. Caroline looked in awe at the house. The front of the house had a lovely, well manicured garden and the house itself was massive. It was grand and stately like an old Georgian Manor. For all she knew, it could be. It was gorgeous but imposing. The house cast a long shadow and seemed almost foreboding. Then, she felt Klaus take her arm and lead her into the house. They went through the door. Caroline was awestruck. She noted the delicate winding staircase of gold and the paintings that adorned every wall. In the corner, there was even a series of gold statuettes. The Mikaelsons were rich. She knew that. But, this level of wealth was almost inconceivable to her. Then, she saw a blonde, statuesque girl come towards them.

"Bekah" Klaus hugged her with a protective tenderness. "I've missed you. How's New York?"

Rebekah pouted. "It's fun except for Kol. He manages to ruin everything" Then, her eyes darted around Klaus and saw Caroline looking nervous. "Who's this, Nik?"

Caroline decided to answer but not before filing away Rebekah's nickname for Klaus. Nik. "I'm Caroline Forbes. Klaus and I are dating. It's so nice to meet you" Caroline extended her hand to the icy blonde.

"Really, Nik? You brought another of your floozies along? Good thing Mother and Father have decided not to come otherwise our family dinner would have been ruined" Rebekah ignored Caroline and spoke to Klaus. Then, she turned. "I'm Rebekah. But, don't learn my name, Barbie. You'll be gone soon enough"

Klaus was exasperated with Rebekah. "Play nice, Bekah. This is my girlfriend" He gently admonished. "Let's go and see the others. Who else is here?" He was unsurprised that his mother and father decided not to come. They usually refused to if he was attending.

"Freya, Matt, Henry, Elijah, Katherine, Leo and even Kol has made an appearance with his latest fling. Davina. And, obviously Enzo too. You're late" Rebekah recited. "Let's go" She linked her arms with Klaus and then made to move but Klaus quickly linked his other arm with Caroline who was so far not having a good time.

They entered the dining room. It was as grand and stately as the rest of the house but more elegant. She looked around and saw everyone sitting down and talking. They obviously all got on really well and she felt a slight pang of jealousy. She was an only child and would never have this family atmosphere. Elena and Bonnie were like her sisters but it would never be like this. She quickly shook it away as Klaus tugged her gently to the head of the table.

"This is my girlfriend Caroline Forbes. And, we are expecting our first children together. Twins" Klaus said clearly and succinctly. He watched as Rebekah's face twisted slightly whilst Kol looked indifferent and Elijah and Freya pleased. "This is Freya and Matt with my nephew Henry" He gestured to the dirty blonde with a maternal expression and a brunette man with gentle blue eyes and their child who was sitting in between with a massive smile. "This is Elijah who you know and Katherine and my nephew Leo" He pointed to them. Elijah gave her a reassuring smile whilst his wife smirked at her and their son waved his arms around. "My brother Kol and his girlfriend Davina" Davina gave her a smile whilst Kol just looked devilish and mischievous. "And, Rebekah and Enzo" Rebekah's face looked like stone whilst Enzo gave her a friendly enough smile. Then, Klaus pulled her to their seat. He sat next to her with Rebekah on his side whilst she had Davina on her side. She gave a silent thanks that Davina at least seemed friendly and she wasn't stuck next to Rebekah.

A/N Thank you for reading! Please let me know what you think! Selena x