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AN: Short, necessary, filler chapter. XD


EPOV.

"How did you get that, Damon?" I ask in astonishment.

"I found Stefan's friend and told him about all that has happened. I told him all I wanted was for us to be a normal family. My brother would've wanted that for Alex and for you."

"But you love being the bad ass vampire." I tell him with a weak smile.

"I love you and Alex more. Besides, I can always change back if I need to."

"I can't ask you to do this Damon."

"I didn't ask your permission. I was showing you so that you could have one last look at vampire Damon." He says, smirking.

"Damon" I tell him.

"I want this." He says, bring the rose to his nose and breathing in its power.

He grabs my hand and puts it over his heart, waiting. We sit like that for a few minutes, until finally I feel a steady beating, coming from the center of his chest.