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Chasing An Outcome

Chapter 6: Execute! Time For a Plan

"What about Hayley?" Nathan asked. "She was another one of your friends, right?"

Davina's worried gaze went to Kol. "Has Lucien..."

He shook his head. "No. She's back at the compound."

She sighed in relief. "Thank goodness." During all that had transpired she hadn't gotten the chance to figure out her friend's status.

"Since we're all briefed," Vincent remarked. "I say now is a good a chance as any to solve the dilemma here."

"The Mikaelsons won't be getting involved with us." Marcel cut in. "We'll be taking down Lucien our way."

"What!?" Klaus retorted. "Do you think you're the only one who holds a grudge with him? Camille wasn't solely important to you. And in case you've forgotten he tried to destroy my family! He went after Rebekah; had it not been for Hayley and I he would've succeeded in finding her! So don't you dare think for one second that you're the only one suffering!"

"Do what you want. I didn't say you couldn't." Marcel replied. "You can go on a suicide rampage for all I care. You do what you want to do and we'll do what we have to do. There's the door."

"Knock it off Marcel," Davina scolded him. "We can't just send them out there. They'll be targeted by Lucien."

Klaus eyed her in disbelief. Genuinely surprised that she would even care about what happened to him.

"Wait," Nathan cut in looking sheepish. "Not to be rude, and I really mean that, but, you wouldn't happen to have anything to eat here, would you?"

Davina frowned. "Seriously?"

He ran a hand through his hair nervously as pointed glances came his way. "I haven't eaten in nineteen years to be fair."

"You know he's got a point." Marcel added. "None of your three have regained your strength. You've hardly had any rest at all." He held a finger up when Davina was about to protest. "And don't argue with me D, I can practically hear your stomach grumbling."

"Marcel..." She pouted with an embarrassed blush.

"If we want to do this we all need to be in our best condition." He further added. "Otherwise this will never work."

"Well what do you suppose we do? We're all walking targets out there." Vincent said.

"Ever tried some good old-fashioned takeout?" Nathan suggested. "Nothing like a pizza to fill the stomach. It's discreet too."

"God, the state of us," Davina groaned before pulling out her phone. "I'll go order give me a minute."

"Whoa! Are those the phones you guys use now? That is sick!" Nathan called out as he followed her out the room.

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"Okay," Vincent began, empty pizza boxes spread out on the table in front. "We need to go about this the right way. So let's brainstorm."

"Well, we have no idea where he's hiding," Davina began, propping an elbow on the table and resting her head on her palm. "And with the ancestors backing him we're a bit outnumbered."

"This Lucien guy isn't the main problem here. It's the ancestors who need to be eradicated first and foremost." Nathan added.

Marcel crossed his arms. "That's right. If we can somehow take them out the picture than Lucien will be able to be killed. That's where I come in."

"Freya attempted channeling the ancestors through Davina in order to make Lucien mortal," Vincent stated, feeling sick at the memory. "Which proves our theory that he can become what he was prior to drinking the serum, someone able to be killed- once we take the ancestors out the picture of course."

"Unlike her we won't be resorting to that type of method." Marcel said with a protective hand on Davina's shoulder.

"Damn right we aren't," Nathan agreed. He knew they were referring to the woman he'd seen when he saved Davina. If she dared try that again there was no doubt in his mind that he'd do everything in his power stop her, even if that meant killing her. He'd kill anyone who tried hurting Davina.

"Hmm..." Vincent pondered aloud.

"What's on your mind?" Davina said.

"My lunatic wife, Eva, had lots of dark objects she used back in the day," He answered, the gears in his head spinning. "Woman turned my damn parlor room into her testing ground for rituals."

Nathan scoffed. "Crazy wife, eh? I can relate."

The corner of his lips curved upwards slightly before continuing. "Well, there was this one dark object in particular. It was called un dépôt d'argent."

The group exchanged looks before focusing entirely on Vincent.

"She used it to try and siphon the power of the ancestors once upon a time. Now this is a long shot, and I mean long shot but, it's worth a try."

"Where is this thing?" Kol chimed in.

"It's back in the house we used to own."

Nathan stood from his chair. "Sounds like a solid plan. What are we waiting for? Let's go get this thing."

"Not so fast," Vincent halted him. "There's a catch. In order to do this it will require us to enter the ancestral plane."

"That's crazy!" Marcel argued. "We'll be hunted like sheeps down in there!"

"Damn it Marcel you think I don't know that?" Vincent retorted. "I don't like it either but it's all I got."

"It's not exactly impossible," Davina muttered, catching their attention. "I mean, Nathan and Kol were able to dodge the ancestors while they were there. I saw it firsthand while I was there too. When I went to see Kol and when I was saved by Nathan. It is possible to avoid them."

"The place is huge Marcel. They won't track us down so easily." Vincent added.

But the upgraded vampire was still skeptical. "If they catch whoever decides on doing it they'll be killed. It's too risky Vincent."

"We'll need to be linked with someone in order to step into the ancestral plane. Should we get into a bind we'll simply be pulled out and live to try another day." He explained. "It's the best we've come up with. The ancestors want to rid the world of the Mikaelsons. They don't care if they take down all of New Orleans in the process. We can't let that happen. It's up to us to prevent New Orleans from becoming a bloodbath."

With a sigh he relented. "In that case we've got our plan. How do we go about initiating it?"

Vincent frowned. "That's the tricky part. A spell like this will cause a scene. A big one. I can handle the bit about covering this up. Marcel I'll need you to hold off Lucien while our plan is put into motion."

"Alright, I can do that."

"Firstly we'll need to find him. And to do that we need a damn possession of his. Unless..."

"Unless what?" This time Klaus spoke.

"We could do a tracking spell. But it'll require some of Lucien's blood."

"I smacked the guy pretty good." Marcel said. "There should be some of his blood back where we ran into him."

"That'll work perfectly. We'll get there, find his blood, do the spell and that's where you'll intercept him Marcel. You don't really have to fight him. Simply tail him and don't lose track of him. I'll work on getting the area contained. While I do that I'll need Davina and Nathan to go to my place and get our dark object."

Davina nodded. "Leave that to us."

"We've got it covered Vincent." Nathan added while sending Davina a look of reassurance. "We won't let you down."

"And what should we do?" Klaus stated with crossed arms, not really pleased about being left out the scheming.

"To be blunt... nothing."

"What!?" Kol barked from his spot. "I presume you want us to sit around here counting the daisies?"

"You can't do anything to the ancestors and you're no match for Lucien."

"You're not keeping me from Davina! I go where she goes!"

"The hell you are," Marcel cut in. "Don't go making claims like that when we don't even know if you're still cursed or not!"

"I'm not! I haven't felt the rage or bloodlust. Not since..." Kol found he couldn't finish that sentence.

"You're not coming with us." Vincent said. "Sorry Kol but one bite and you two will be done for. You'll only be a hindrance."

"I don't care how fatal the guy's bite is!"

"But I do." Davina cut in, getting his attention. "Kol, you could really die; and there won't be any coming back this time. There is no cure for Lucien's bite. It's too dangerous for you."

"I went through the worst torture when you died Davina," Kol replied. He stepped closer and placed his hands on her shoulders, ignoring the crowd. "I can't let you just go out there. Lucien could kill you too. How can I live with myself if that were to happen?"

"I won't be alone. I'll be with Nathan, Vincent, and Marcel."

"I'll be handling Lucien; I'm immune to his bite. This time I won't let my guard down. Leave protecting Davina to me." Marcel stated. "It's my responsibility."

"You see Kol," She assured him. "I'm in really good hands. You don't have to worry."

"How can you ask me that," Kol angrily said. "How can you ask me to just wait here? You died Davina. Do you even understand what that means? I can't... I can't lose you. Not again. I won't allow it." His pleading eyes met hers. "So please, please don't ask me this. Let me go with you. Let me—"

In one swift motion Marcel had snapped his neck, making sure to grab him before he fell.

"What did you do that for!?" Davina shouted at him.

"What's gotten into you?" Klaus barked.

"I'm doing Davina, and in a way you as well, a favor." He replied while placing Kol on the bed. "I'm stopping lover boy from getting himself killed. He would have no doubt followed us if I hadn't done anything."

Klaus frowned. "So you do in fact expect us to count the daisies?"

"Why don't you think for one damn second!?" Marcel said. "Are you in that much of a rush to die? Because if you take on Lucien that's exactly what will happen. Not only you but your brother as well. There's nothing you can do." He narrowed his eyes. "Think about your daughter and stop gambling with your life."

"What do you care what happens to me?" Klaus asked with an angered tone. "You were going to kill me yourself hours ago."

"I was. But having Davina back makes me realize there are just bigger things in this life than revenge with you. She's more important to me than anything, myself included. Which is why I'm doing this."

"We need to go." Vincent exclaimed. "I'll be waiting downstairs."

Nathan followed behind, choosing not to say anything on the topic at hand. It wasn't his place to comment.

Marcel nudged a still upset Davina. "Come on you know he would've followed you wherever you went had I not done what I did."

She sighed. "I know. Believe me I do. It doesn't stop me from feeling terrible about it though."

"You can be reunited with him once we put an end to this. I'll be downstairs. Don't be long."

Davina stared sadly at Kol's temporarily unresponsive body. She grabbed the covers and pulled them over him before placing a kiss on his forehead. "I swear I'll come back to you."

Klaus coughed awkwardly.

Davina gave him a death glare. "What?"

"I don't much like you if I'm to be honest—"

"Funny. I don't much like you either."

"But for what it's worth," He continued, ignoring her interruption. "I had no part in what Elijah and Freya did. I told them to look for another way."

This halted any response she'd been planning.

"I tolerated you because not only did Marcel love you but because Kol did too. Somehow you dug your way into my family."

"How can you still call Marcel family?"

"Perhaps we're through aren't we," He murmured, making Davina think he was finally considering it was a genuine possibility. "Kol no longer wants anything to do with me either. You know I've always dealt with moments where I'd question if my family would remain by my side. We always did remain side by side though, at least, Elijah, Rebekah, and I did. I've lost Kol and I've lost Marcel and I fear it's for good this time. And I don't know when I'll get my Rebekah back. The family I tried so bloody hard to keep together has been broken beyond repair."

And in that moment, for the very first time in her life, Davina felt empathy for the hybrid. The man who'd lived over a thousand years longer than her.

"Klaus, I outright hated you. For a long time all I wanted was to find a way to get you out the picture." She said while remaining in eye contact. "But, Cami loved you. She really, really loved you. So slowly I began tolerating you. The truth is I don't really know you at all Klaus. I have no idea how you became the person you are today and I never bothered to find out. Maybe if I had I'd be able to stand on the same ground as you. If I weren't so naive maybe things would have been different. But I want you to know that I don't want revenge with you anymore."

Klaus looked at her intently. "Why the sudden change of heart?"

"I'm not sure. Maybe it has something to do with dying twice or just being sick of this cycle, I don't know. But Marcel is right. There are just bigger things in life than revenge with you. Cami loved you and you're important to Hayley; not to mention the fact that I like Rebekah, aside from Kol she's the only one in your family I like. So I don't plan on picking up old habits once all this is taken care of. And it's none of my business but, I think what Marcel told you about your daughter is right. Don't be reckless. Not when you have important people to protect."

Klaus stared at the teenage witch under a new light. A sense of understanding overcame him. "Seems we both have our fair share of regrets."

Davina made to leave but came to a stop once she reached the door, turning to him. "One more thing," The corners of her lips lifted slightly. "Thank you for trying to find another way."

The hybrid was actually taken aback by the sincerity in her tone. This was possibly the first time she'd been truly grateful to him.

"Please watch over Kol." Was all she said before finally stepping out to meet with the group.

"Ready to do this?" Marcel asked.

"Yeah, let's end this once and for all."

"Alright, found him!" Vincent declared once the spell had been completed.

Marcel smirked. "So where's the bastard hiding?"

"He's by Rousseau."

Nathan's jaw dropped. "That old place is still up and running?"

Everyone shot him a frown.

"Erm, right. Job to do."

"I'll get the place secured than," Vincent said. "Marcel, tail Lucien and don't let him out of your sight."

"Got it."

"I need to see detective Kinney. Drop me off and head to my house. Once I've got the area secured I'll give you the signal to start this. You'll need to be linked with someone though."

Davina bit her lip."Last time I did this I used Josh."

"You'll have to use him again."

"Not a chance Vincent! I can't put him in danger."

"You won't. You'll be in my house where no other vampire can enter. Once you've informed him, text me, I'll call him and invite him in. It's our only shot." He added at her reluctance.

"Davina," Marcel called, getting her attention. "I'm getting some of the Strix to help me tail Lucien. Once they've found him I'll be right with you." He paused to think. "You know what? They can handle Lucien."

Vincent furrowed his brows in confusion. "What do you mean?"

"Change of plans. I'm not leaving Davina's side."

"But the Strix can't hold off Lucien like you." She tried even though it was futile.

"They'll manage. I doubt he'll try anything in public. This is what I've decided and it's how it's going down. I told you we won't be separated ever again. With me by your side you can trust I'll protect Josh as well."

Davina sent him a heartwarming smile. "Okay Marcel. You and I will stay together." And she didn't just mean for this mission. When he returned her smile she knew he understood the deeper meaning in her response.

Vincent sighed in defeat. "Fine, I can understand your feelings. Roughly the plan remains intact. Drop me off and you guys head to my place. Meet up with Josh and I'll inform you when I've secured the area. We keep in contact at all times. Is that clear?"

The three nodded.

After dropping Vincent off the plan was set into motion. Marcel and Josh (after Marcel had briefed him) were invited into Vincent's home.

"This place is a total cesspool," Nathan said once they entered the house. "You'd think Vincent could have cleaned up first before inviting us over."

"In fairness he did say the place was left abandoned," Davina paused to cringe at the numerous roaches roaming around. "Even so, this place is a mess."

"Alright guys," Marcel said. "Josh will be arriving soon so we need to find this crap. Where did Vincent say he put it?"

Davina scanned the room before her eyes landed on a coach. "There! Hey push that out the way Nathan. Vincent said that was what to look for."

Nathan did as he was told "Only roaches here. As well as what was once wallpaper. Not going to lie but this is a really good looking couch, looks salvageable. In fact I'd dare say this entire place is. It could look pretty nice with some elbow grease, could even be placed for renting or something."

Marcel shrugged. "Maybe, but you'd still have to convince the people it isn't haunted."

"True. But, hey, how many people move into houses that are decades old only to find out it's haunted? I think it's possible. Or you know what? Vincent could embrace the haunted-ness and turn this into an all out tourist attraction. This would make for one epic get rich quick scheme. Especially at Halloween."

He chuckled at the idea. This guy was pretty funny.

Davina rolled her eyes. "Guys! We have a job to do." A part of her was glad they were getting along though.

"But it isn't here," Nathan replied. "Maybe Vincent forgot where he put it? I mean I doubt he comes here often. Who in their right mind would?"

"I wouldn't. I think Nathan could be right. Look at this place D. I doubt Vincent checks in often."

"Or maybe," She sighed and lifted the torn wallpaper, revealing a box hidden behind. "It's here?"

The two looked away sheepishly.

Nathan pulled the box out and opened it. "Is this it?"

Davina peered into the box. "Yeah, definitely. I hope this works."

Abruptly Marcel lifted his head. "Josh is here." On cue the group heard the front door slam open.

"I always did envy that hearing you vampires possessed." Nathan said.

"Mines is more enhanced than normal vampires."

Upon arriving Josh didn't speak, didn't greet anyone. He burst through the doors at his vampire speed, brushing passed Marcel and Nathan to ram into Davina. His arms swung around her, his tears had long since fallen out along the way.

"I thought... I thought I'd never see you again." He whispered, holding her tightly and lowering his head onto her shoulder. "When I heard the news that you- that you had..." He couldn't say the words. Instead he only buried his head more on her shoulder.

Davina's heart broke for him. Seeing his pain; his tears; had her thinking back to just how close she really was to never seeing her best friend ever again. She returned the embrace, allowing the tears to fall once again.

"I wanted to see you Josh. I really did," Davina muttered against his chest. "But I need your help now."

He sniffed, wiping away his remaining tears before facing her. "Anything. But we're totally on hug duty afterwards."

"That sounds really wonderful." She truthfully replied. With everything that happened and was about to happen Davina was not one to deny a hug. Especially from her best friend.

Author's Notes

I always enjoyed how, even though Davina didn't particularly have that much friends due to her tough life, the few she had like Josh (especially Josh) always had her back. Like he was the definition of a best friend. Even when she would have her differences with Marcel it was him she'd turn to. He's such a likable character.