VI. "If you cannot get rid of the family skeleton, you may as well make it dance." – George Bernard Shaw
"Ester, this is a dangerous matter. We are speaking about blood magic. Do you realize what this does to a witch like us? We lose our sanity or…our humanity."
"Annabeth, we have to do it. Do you not understand? These wolves have no control over their actions once they have transformed. This is to assure us protection from those beasts."
"So we create our own beasts? A chimera Ester! That's not in the realm of magic anymore. It's Alchemy. It's dark magic. It's dangerous!"
"I understand the dangers of this procedure but do you want the incident of Gillian to happen all over again? Poor Pauline is still in distraught."
"…"
"Annabeth. This is for the village's safety. Merging the body of a jackal and a wolf can protect us. Consider it a guard dog for our village."
"Fine…"
"The chimera got out of control and started to chase after me since I was eavesdropping, guess that was karma." Caroline states
"How did you guys kill it?" Elena asks
"Father ripped its heart out."
"He wasn't the chief of our village for no reason." Elijah states
"All of this is not contributing into murdering that beast." Klaus interjects
"Of course your mind would only be plagued with the thoughts of murder." Caroline says
"And yours is not? Did that beast not try to kill you? I remember you ripping a man's heart out because he was being sexist to you." Klaus says
"That bastard deserved it." Caroline mutters, "But that's not even the biggest issue." She adds
"And what is oh dearest Caroline?"
"Well Klaus, the biggest issue is how many has your mother or even plans to make?"
"Why would that be an issue?" Elijah asks
"I don't think you guys comprehend the strength of these chimeras and the difficulty to kill them. A half a dozen or even less could wipe out Klaus' hybrid army and more." Caroline explains.
"So basically all hell on loose." Damon states
"Hell would fear these creatures." Caroline says
"So how are we going to kill it?" Stefan asks
"Well, if Ester's power is drained out of her or even if she is killed—"
"It's settled then. We will rip that old hag's heart out." Klaus states and Caroline rolls her eyes
"Say what you want. We need to find her first." Caroline says
"We can use a locater spell." Bonnie says
"You'll do it." Stefan says pointing at Bonnie.
Caroline grazes her fingers over a small mahogany box before opening it. A small tune plays in the background and a surge of nostalgia overwhelms her body. She hums the tune before taking out pieces of olden paper and lays them down across the table. Unrolling the paper, she sees pictures of her family.
She places her hands over the pictures and reminisces the past with her parents. The two people in the world who's loved her despite any circumstances and who has not attempted to change her yet only to make her stronger. Who only wished for her happiness and cared deeply for her, unconditionally.
A stray tear escapes her eyes which then lead to her tears falling uncontrollably. Even after a thousand years, the mere sight or even thought of her parents could send her in hysterics. She missed them more than anything in the entire universe. She gathers herself before packing the pictures back into the box and places it delicately in the drawer then fixed herself up.
"Do you think Bonnie can locate them? I mean she is an Original witch and all." Damon says
"Have a little faith in her Damon." Stefan says
"I'm just saying Barbie up there would have a better chance."
"Well Caroline cannot use any more magic. She might exert herself too much."
"Have a little faith in her Stefan." Damon mocks
"Do you remember what she was like when she lost her humanity?" Stefan asks
"God, she redefined hell. She was on her own level on crazy."
"I don't want that to happen again. She was in despair for the next 30 years."
"We've been through a lot with Caroline didn't we?"
"It's the least we can do. She brought us together." Stefan says
"Now, now let's not get sentimental."
"I don't see why you don't see sentiment towards her. She did save your life." Stefan states
"That's a different story."
"It always is with you Damon."
Caroline watches as Elena and Bonnie converse with each other with lightheartedness laughing and joy written across their faces as they share to her their moments. They are such good friends. Caroline thought. Thinking back, Caroline realizes that she didn't really had 'girlfriends' well besides Rebekah who's become an apparent bitch recently.
"Why do you two insist on spending time with me so much?" Caroline interjects randomly staring at them with genuine curiosity
"Do you not enjoy it?" Elena asks
"Oh dear God, don't get me wrong. I appreciate it a lot and I do enjoy it very much. But why? Did Damon and Stefan make you guys do it?" Bonnie and Elena laughs
"No Caroline. We hang out with you because we like you. We think you're cool." Bonnie says
"Yeah. I mean you're fun." Elena says
"Fun. Haven't had that in a while. My agendas been filled with plotting Klaus' demise."
"Speak of the devil himself." Bonnie points out.
Klaus walks into the Grille with Kol wearing a smug smirk, waving casually at the girls. Caroline has an unreadable glare boring into him as continues smiling at her. "Ignore him." Caroline says fully aware that he could hear her.
"Well, we still can have fun." Elena says handing over a few couple shots of vodka
"Is Elena Gilbert giving us drinks? Note this Caroline, history has been made." Bonnie comments jokingly
"I think it's alright considering the drama going around."
"Stefan and Damon aren't easy boys especially when they both love the same person." Caroline comments chugging in the vodka
"Ladies and Gentlemen. It's open mic night. So by all means come up on stage." The announcer states
"What's open mic night?" Caroline asks
"It's a night when anyone can sing on stage." Elena says
"Sing? Are you guys going to sing?" Caroline asks
"Jesus no. But by all means you can." Elena says
"I think I will." Caroline says taking in Elena's shot.
Caroline runs up stage and catches Klaus' attention. His stare averts from Kol who's currently still babbling about some girl to Caroline who is now on stage talking to the band. She takes the microphone in her hand and introduces herself to the crowd and Klaus found it difficult to not smile because of her bubbly persona. She takes in a deep breath,
"You got a fast car
And I want a ticket to go anywhere
Maybe we make a deal
Maybe together we can get somewhere
Anyplace is better
Starting from zero got nothing to lose
Maybe we'll make something
But me myself I got nothing to prove"
Caroline starts singing and blows everyone's mind away. Elena and Bonnie sits in complete shock by her incredible voice. Caroline feels joy rushing through her body as she continues singing with a smile on her face. Klaus watches her with delight as her demeanor radiates content and happiness. He forgot how angelic her voice is and he certainly missed it when she sang to him.
"Seems like Barbie is singing again." Damon interjects taking the seat next to Elena
"I didn't know her voice is so—"
"Good? You should've heard her in the 20's." Stefan says
"She looks so happy up there." Bonnie says
"Singing always made her feel better." Stefan notes
"You got a fast car
But is it fast enough so we can fly away
we gotta make a decision
we leave tonight or live and die this way…
Thank you."
The crowd erupts into applause and she gives them a playful bow and their cheers got louder. She walks off the stage to be greeted by Elena and Bonnie engulfing her into an embrace while Damon and Stefan gives her applause.
She feels a hand tapping her shoulder and turning around she sees Klaus with his hand extending out towards her, "Dance with me." He says sweetly
"And what makes you think I would even think about ag—"
Klaus refuses to let her finish her remark and just forcefully grabs her hand before leading her into the dance floor. He pulls her in and places a hand on her waist and the other intertwining her hand. He showers her with compliments and she tries to ignore them but they are too heartwarming to fight the urge to smile, much to Klaus' joy.
"I get it now." Stefan interjects
"I'm sorry." Elena says
"I understand why Elijah brought her back. It's not to kill Klaus but to bring back his humanity." Stefan explains
Elena and Bonnie turn their glances at the dancing couple. A small unintentional smile forms across Caroline's delicate face as her whole features lit up while he wears a Cheshire grin, staring at her ever so warmly. They twirl around the dance floor and he spins her around carelessly as her laughter radiates around. They all now understand Stefan's statement and they all now believe that there may be hope.
"Am I the only one that thinks that that will end in disaster?" Damon says pointing at Klaus and Caroline
"You're such a pessimist." Bonnie states
When the night ended, Caroline is left singing and dancing in the parking lot while dragging Elena and Bonnie to dance with her while Stefan and Damon watch with amusement. Suddenly, Caroline could feel a strange feeling running down her spine. Before she manages to turn on her heel, she is thrown across the parking lot, sending her into a car. The same incident happened to Damon and Stefan unexpectedly and Elena and Bonnie are restricted by two pair of strong arms.
Elena and Bonnie's ear piercing screams could be heard from miles and miles away. But they are ceased by the sound of heels clicking. They turn to their sides to see a familiar face that strikes fear into them. Caroline and Salvatore brothers race towards the two girls but are stopped by some form of force field that sends a strong electrical current through their bodies.
"Ester." Caroline sneers
"It's been an awfully long time Caroline." Ester says
"You're playing with blood magic again Ester." Caroline states
"Darling. How else do you imagine I would be able to cease these abominations?"
"They're your children!"
"They're a curse set upon this earth."
"You're sick." Caroline says coldly
Out of irritation, Ester lifts her hand and sends Caroline flying back. In a quick movement, Caroline is caught. She looks back to see Klaus holding onto ho her. He places her on the floor and stands up staring at Ester with such disgust and hatred.
"Niklaus. It's been a while since I've seen your chivalry." Ester comments
"Believe me Ester, I'd be anything but gentleman like towards you." Klaus says grimly
"So it's true. Klaus has a soft spot for that one girl. Finn." Ester commands
In a blink of an eye, Finn grabs Caroline away from Klaus and stands next to Ester, restraining Caroline in his arms. Without a warning or mercy, a wooden stake is plunged through Caroline's abdomen. She emits out a cry of agony.
"I will kill you Finn!" Klaus states loudly
"Let's see you try brother when her life is at stake." Finn threatens
"Finn you bastard. Have always been the same heartless man." Caroline says catching her breath
"Such strong words for a girl in such a vulnerable position." Finn states
"You know me. Sharp tongued and all."
She pulls out the stake and turns around in lightening speed before stabbing the stake into Finn's stomach and running off breathlessly. She falls to her knees with an unbearable pain occurs in her mind, almost like something is crushing her skull. Klaus catches her before she falls to the ground and looks up at Ester with a dark glare.
"You cannot touch me Klaus. I have monsters that could kill you with just a snap of my finger." Ester says
"Typical you Ester. Hiding behind monsters." Klaus comments
"Do you want to see my next trick? You'll love it Niklaus."
Ester starts reciting a spell and Caroline's eyes turn pale as she looks up with confusion written on her face. She constantly repeats the words mother and father over and over again as she falls to the ground and starts crawling back. Such great fear struck her, it is evident through her face and her tears.
"What did you do to her?" Klaus says in a low growl
"Such a terrible thing illusions are. I'm guessing she terribly misses watching her parents die in front of her in such a bloody massacre." Ester notes
Caroline closes her eyes and ears screaming out for everything to stop. Klaus watches her, dying a little inside seeing her so broken and distraught. He reaches out for her but a sudden burning arises from his finger tips causing him to hiss from the pain.
"No, no Niklaus. You shouldn't touch her. You'll be playing with fire." Ester says
"Stop it right now." Klaus says
"I'm back." Ester says evilly
AN: Well here's chapter 6. As some of you already know, I made a new Klaroline story based on World War II, had to do one after watching Pearl Harbor for like the hundredth time or so - sucker for movies like that. Anyways, hope you enjoyed this chapter and I am truly grateful for all the reviews y'all have been giving me, thank you very much! I'm glad you like the story. Till next time my lovelies.