"He Made Me Doubt Everything"
A/N; I am tired of waiting for my laptop. Missed this story too much. If you don't know what happened – my brother spilled hot chocolate all over my laptop. Yes, you heard right. Just my luck huh?
Anyway, I missed predators and decided to write out the chapter again and I hope you enjoy it. Sorry for the delay but blame my brother. On with the show…
My gaze was closely following Elena's movements, making sure that her so-called 'boyfriend' didn't decide to sink his teeth into her. Even if he did, I wouldn't hesitate in killing him, right in the middle of this party with everyone watching, regardless of the fact that I could be discreet – if I wanted to.
I was about to tune into their conversation when I felt his form press up behind me and an involuntary shiver shuddered down my spine with the close proximity. "Stop looking so serious" he scolded in a whisper that brushed my ear. "You're supposed to be having fun" he added with a more amused tone.
My instinct battled as I felt feelings of desire ripple through me but the more logical part of me wanted to throw his form across the forest.
Tilting my head, I realised how close we were so I took a step back as I glared at him. "I'm supposed to be working" I reminded him.
"By acting like a teenager?" he quipped up, cleverly turning the tables onto me.
I help up the budd in my hand, "Look, I've got a beer". Just for his benefit, I lifted the rim to my lips and drank a large gulp and then added a half-assed, "Whoo"
"Wow, real party girl" he dryly replied but a smile tugged at the corner of his lips.
I rolled my eyes at him while fighting the idea of me liking when he smirked. "Whatever" I replied coolly and crossed my arms as I leaned on the side of the tree bark, my eyes set back onto the happy couple.
Damon didn't seem to get the message because he walked in front of me, pressed a palm next to my head as he leaned in. His shifting movements only clouded my thoughts because his intoxicating scent was distracting me from telling him to step away.
"If you're supposed to be in college, I take it you're nineteen?" he questioned with a burning gaze and I felt eerie under his perceptive stare.
Gulping down the uneasiness and fighting to keep my expression calm and composed as I nodded, "Yeah"
"And immortal?" he guessed.
Distracting myself with another sip of the flat beer, I lowly murmured, "Mmhmm". I didn't want to give him the satisfaction of seeing me swoon over him which I suppose he was used to, every time he simply quirked a smirk and did that eyebrow thing.
This time when he leaned in further, I used one hand to hold him back but regretted it when I had the sudden urge to explore his muscled chest.
Thankfully, he got the message and moved a few inches away from my form as he asked, "How old are you?"
"Older than you" I retorted, feeling something between flustered and infuriated. I didn't like the battle that I fought every time I was around him.
He made me doubt…everything.
My trailing thoughts were focused once again when he snapped, "Just answer the question"
"Why are you interrogating me?" I narrowed my eyes at his angered tone. I didn't appreciate people telling me what to do but I knew that I was only mad at myself this time which was why I was ready to use him as a punching bag.
"Well, we're a team now" he joked, "I just want to know more about you". This time, his tone had fallen serious which was also reflected in his icy blue orbs which glazed over when I locked mine with him.
Jutting out my jaw, I barked, "Then return the favour"
"What do you want to know? I'm an open book" he shrugged casually but there was an uncertainty playing within him.
"Oh really?" I raised an eyebrow.
He remained calm and collected, feigning nonchalance as he nodded, "Ask me anything"
Tapping my chin, I pretended to be thinking of a question but then finally broke the silence with my edged voice. "Then tell me Damon, how do you handle watching the girl you love with your brother?" I smirked to taunt him more while relentlessly adding, "I mean, any other guy would be better – but your brother?" I scoffed but didn't stop there as I continued, "Also, does it hurt more that she looks like your first love?"
The second the words were voiced, I felt like a complete bitch when I caught the hardened expression and cold but hurt glare that he set on me. At that moment, I knew that he couldn't ate me as much as I hated myself for being so cruel to him.
Being cold was required with this job.
In a way, you could argue that the only similarity to vampires – not letting your humanity get in the way.
Before he could respond with a snarky comment that I probably deserved, a young frat boy who thought it was cool to wear his baseball cap backwards, pushed his way between us so he could face me. "Hey babe" he breathed and his breath reeked of alcohol.
I wanted to welcome it because it took my mind of Damon's delicious scent but I found myself yearning for it once again.
"Hi" I replied dryly, not wanting to raise any suspicions because I could see several of his friends giggling as they watched their jock friend hit on me.
"No need to be so cold baby…" he purred, trailing his fingers down my bare arms as he stayed close to me and added, "I just came to talk" he continued to massage my arm but I squirmed away from his touch, ignoring how his face fell. However, he was too drunk to get the message because he continued to whisper, "I was just playing baby"
He was getting on my nerves and I may have raised my voice a little when I took another step away from him. "Well I don't want to play your games"
"Aw, feisty. I like that" he moved in with pursed lips but before I could slap and knee him, he was hauled away.
My eyes focused on Damon holding him by the collar as he angrily snarled, "Listen up quarterback, interrupt me again and I will break your precious throwing arm" his anger flaring as he sarcastically added, "Baby" he then let go of him causing the guy to drop to the floor.
He sounded almost…jealous?
N-no – that couldn't be right.
When the boy had scrambled away - looking a little green may I add - Damon made his way back to me. "You're welcome" he smirked but the hurt was still layering his blue eyes.
I thought about apologising but I knew that would mean something more.
Instead, I was distracted when my eyes caught sight of the blonde vampire in red that was now scanning the area. "Your job?" I quipped.
He followed my line of sight and a wary smirk was plastered when he turned back to me. "Watch me work the Salvatore charm" he winked and walked away from me without another glance.
Much to my disappointment.
Pushing away the past ten minutes, I took Damon's advice and tried to act like a teenager. Which didn't turn out to be too difficult because a group of girls had tittered over to me, all wanting the dirt on the hot guy in leather that had been speaking to me.
When I found that they were leading the conversation, I blanked out and my eyes swivelled over to the Original vampire and Damon.
Seeing how he flirted with her and didn't even give me a backward glance only made me loathe her more. My blood boiled and my fingers tightly gripped the beer bottle when I watched as Damon handed her marshmallow and cozied up to her side by the fire. He also seemed to be whispering sweet-nothings in her ear and she was eating it up.
Not that I didn't doubt it.
Rebekah was known for being an easy target.
She gave into the first guy that showed any interest in her.
It was all very sickening.
How easy it would be to flash over and use my white oak stake o her. Then again, that stake already had someone else's name on it.
I had been so focused on then happy couple that I practically jumped when I heard the loud bang. It was then that I realised Elena and Stefan were no longer with us.
Another resounding bang echoed through the air followed by Elena's whimpered plea.
Everyone else remained oblivious.
Placing my bottle to the side, I chased the sound which led me to a large and deserted parking lot. My eyes scanned the scene and landed on a silver car that was slowly being engulfed by flames. To my horror, I found that Elena and another unrecognisable human were in the car. Stefan was also trapped inside but he wasn't my priority at the moment.
Slipping off my jacket, I approached the car, whirling my jacket to fight against the flames but I still felt them lick at my bare legs and arms.
Fucking shorts!
Once I was close enough, I reached out, ignoring how the metal scalded my fingers and tried to pull. However, there seemed to be some kind of force fighting against my actions. With this, I felt a terrifying chill run through me, causing my nerves to awaken and my muscles to coil, ready for attack.
After several attempts and Elena pleas panicking me, I gestured for them to move back. When they complied, I threw a punch, the force behind it shattered the glass into glittering shards that fell to my feet.
I, then ignored the blistering pain and my bloody knuckles as I hastily reached inside to open the door. Thankfully, it popped open and they began to desperately scramble out of the car.
"I've got him", the other guy took charge of the unconscious Stefan who limply looped his arm around his neck.
I took hold of Elena, shielding her with the jacket and tried to pull her out but it felt like something was stopping her from leaving. The familiar buzz hummed in the air and the hairs at the back of my neck were alerted as cold shivers rippled through me.
Something was wrong.
I exerted all my strength and with a few more tries, I managed to pull her out, both of us crashing onto the ground.
"Run" I choked out and thankfully she didn't need any another words of encouragement as she raced away, probably to check on her boyfriend.
As I tried to push myself up, I felt the ground shake and my thoughts jumble as my vision blurred with the dizziness.
Shaking the weakness away, I hauled myself up, feeling the flames close in. Smoke infiltrating my lungs and this only seem to deteriorate me further.
My muscles were still wavering and just as I waited for the impact of the rocky ground, arms were wrapped around me and I was yanked away. The arms continued to encircle me even as the danger was set apart from me but I still allowed myself to revel in the feeling of being safe. My palms were now placed on my thighs and my head was bowed as I coughed, "Thanks"
Still heaving, I tiredly peeked up to my rescuer who was wearing a small smirk as he answered, "Dark knight, remember?"
As cocky as he sounded, I couldn't help but notice the worry that dithered in his icy blue eyes.
A/N: Well Bella seems to be conflicted at the moment…who wants them to kiss? Wasn't it nice of Damon to get rid of the frat boy?
Next one will be up soon. Hope you enjoyed this update – sorry for the wait.
Before I forget, I set up a Facebook account - link on profile
I'll give out teasers and posted the banners up there too. Would also love to keep in contact with readers and writers so yeah…
Also, I have a recommendation which is Torn Heartstrings by Lady Mackenzie Luv – see Damon as a dad instead of Bella's love interest. Awesome twist and great dialogue. Also if you haven't read it – try Deal? It's a ONE-SHOT but I'm sure with persuasion, we can bring Mack to her knees and she'll continue… (pout)
Also try vampiregeekxxx's Falling Hard For Him – Klaroline story which I love and I'm sure you will too.
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