6. Find my way back to you

As he heard her whispering his name, Damon sent his adversary flying across the nearest wall, before searching for Bonnie. He spotted her on the ground, a man ready to kill her. Seeing red, the vampire immediately vamp sped towards them. He pounced on his best friend's aggressor, tossed his weapon behind him, and snapped his neck heartlessly.

Damon then turned around to kneel in front of Bonnie, seeing her about to give in and close her eyes.

- Hey, Bon ! No, no, no... Stay awake, Bon. I'm gonna heal you, just stay with me, okay ? , he pleaded, stroking her face, as he watched her nod.

Veins appearing around his eyes, eyes getting red and fangs pushing against his gums, Damon bit vividly into his wrist. He hurriedly put it against Bonnie's lips, as she drank greedily.

- Yeah, good. Here you go, Bon Bon. Drink. , he smiled, gently kissing her forehead.

- Thank you. , Bonnie said, smiling and sighing happily as she felt her wounds close up.

- Anytime. , Damon winked, before offering her his hand to get up.

They both turned around to see Caroline snapping another guy's neck, and Enzo staking a bodyguard, just as Ric appeared with a bottle of whisky.

- Finally ! Hurry up ! , Damon exclaimed, ignoring the confused look that Bonnie and Caroline were giving him.

Ric gave him the bottle, as he opened it with his hands. He started pouring it along the corridor, carelessly.

- Damon ? , Bonnie called him, skeptical.

- Yeah, Bon Bon ? , he turned to smile.

- Hum... What the hell are you doing ?! , she questionned, lifting her eyebrows in that judgy way of hers.

- Blazing some bodyguards for dessert. , he answered, with an evil smile, before winking.

Once he was done, Damon tossed the bottle beside one of the bodies, and mentioned for Caroline, Enzo and Ric to join him and stop fighting against their opponants. He took Bonnie's hand once they sped next to them.

- What are you going to do ? , Caroline asked, worriedly eyeing the men who were coming towards them with stakes and wooden bullets.

- Just watch and admire, Blondie. , he smirked, before facing Bonnie. Bon ? Would you mind starting a fire ? , he said, eyes wide.

- Gladly. , Bonnie answered once she understood his plan.

Damon let go of her hand, and everyone watched as small flames made their way on the floor, growing in intensity with the path Damon had made out of alcohol. Bonnie lifted her hands one more time, before a giant fire rose from the ground, scaring Alex's teammates. She created a barrier of fire. It protected them, since Alex's team couldn't get through it to reach them. Damon had made sure they were trapped on the right side of the barrier : just in front of the vault, so Stefan could get out.

- Well done, Bon ! , Damon commented, as Caroline smiled and Ric widened his eyes in admiration.

- I admit it was a good idea. , Enzo mumbled under his breath, annoyed.

- Wow... What's going on, here ?! , Stefan exclaimed, suddenly appearing near the door which led to the vault.

The little gang turned around at the sound of his voice.

- Stefan ! There you are, thank god ! , Damon hugged him. We need to get out of here, now. , he stated seriously.

- Wait... Did you burn the last Everlasting ? , Enzo asked him, curious.

- I did. Rayna's dead. , Stefan confirmed, smiling widely.

- Great ! One less problem for us. , Bonnie sighed in relief.

- I'll take Ric with me and we're all going to vamp speed out of this creepy place ! , Caroline said, grabbing Ric's arm.

- Yeah, we need to go. Stefan, take Bonnie with you. I'll stay behind to make sure no one's attacking us. But stay alarmed. , Damon informed them.

- Okay. Watch your back, brother. , Stefan told him, as Damon nodded and gestured for them to go.

- Be careful, Damon. , Bonnie pleaded with a serious look, staring at him worriedly.

- Don't worry, Bon. We'll all be outside in some seconds, and I'll be there to bug you about this morning. , he reassured her, not caring about Enzo, who was frowning at their exchange.

Bonnie offered him a small smile and nodded, before Damon urged them to go. Stefan wrapped his arm around Bonnie's waist, and sped out of The Armory, followed by Caroline, Ric and Enzo. Damon took one last look, making sure no one was alive or about to chase them, before speeding out of the dark corridor too. He didn't notice Alex's unconscious body was not here anymore.

Bonnie stumbled back a little, as Stefan settled her down on the ground, outside of The Armory.

Once she was still, and that her head wasn't spinning anymore, she raised her eyes to look for Caroline, Alaric, Enzo and Damon. She spotted her blond best friend giving Alaric some blood, since he received a bullet during one of his fights, not far from her and Stefan. Enzo appeared right in front of her, just as she was about to search for him. She blinked a little, surprised by his sudden appearance. She hated when vampires sped in front of her like this.

- Stop doing that. You know I hate it. , she complained, glaring at him.

- I saw your eyes searching for me, thought I'd make it simpler for you. , Enzo replied, smiling at her.

Bonnie just rolled her eyes, and walked past him, scanning the outside for any trace of Damon. She frowned when she found none, and started worrying.

- Where's Damon ? , she asked, turning around to face Caroline, Enzo, Alaric and Stefan.

- I don't know. He was supposed to join us outside. , Ric stated, frowning too when he realized his best friend was nowhere to be seen.

- It's not like Damon to stay where danger is. , Enzo pointed out.

- And he seemed pretty in a hurry to get out of The Armory. , Caroline added.

Bonnie's heartbeats accelerated. It wasn't good. Damon should be here. He said he was right behind them, that he was only watching their backs. Vamp speeding out of The Armory didn't take so long, unless...

- Something's wrong. , Bonnie said, looking at Stefan with fearful eyes.

- Let's not jump to conclusions. , Stefan tried to soothe her, though he was as worried as her.

- Stefan : I know something happened to him ! We have to get back inside and - , Bonnie started, but was interrupted by Caroline.

- No way. You're not going back inside, Bonnie. We're not even sure he's still in The Armory . , Caroline stopped her, sending her a stern look.

Just as Bonnie was about to protest, they heard the front door of The Armory open, Alex standing on the threshold. They all turned towards her, focusing on the brunette's angry and machiavellian eyes. Stefan's face turned paler than it already was, Caroline gasped when she saw her, Ric frowned and Enzo said nothing, but remained suspiscious.

And Bonnie felt like apocalypse was coming right her way.

She widened her eyes, clenched her fists and started breathing heavily. It couldn't be good news, judging by the revengeful smirk Alex wore.

- Did you really think I'd be so easy to kill ? , Alex half-laughed, looking pissed. The minute I regained consciousness from Caroline's attack, I understood what your plan was. , she continued, smirking at Bonnie. You were too caught up in fighting, that you didn't even see me escaping. And I made sure that if I went down with The Armory, so would one of you. I couldn't kill all your little gang, but one person is enough for me. , she winked, willingly pausing in her speech.

Stefan glanced at Bonnie, noticing the panick in her green eyes. He didn't like where this was going either. The witch swallowed hard, holding back her tears as the thought of Damon being hurt overwhelmed her.

- What did you do ? , she spat out hotly, a threatening look on her beautiful face.

- Wouldn't you like to know ? , Alex teased, smirking. I stayed somewhere you couldn't find me. Once I figured you guys had killed all of my men, I came back and hid near the vault. I saw you creating this barrier of fire, and then heard you saying you needed to get out. I decided the last one to leave the building would be my victim. , she paused, staring at Bonnie. Unfortunately for him, Damon decided to stay behind and make sure no one was following you. He didn't notice my body wasn't here anymore. , Alex explained, before stopping once more.

Bonnie noticed Stefan's vampire face starting to show, but she stopped him from doing anything by putting her hand on his arm. He looked at her and calmed down. Alaric stepped closer to Alex, pointing his gun towards her.

- Where. Is. Damon ? , he grinded his teeth, ready to shoot her.

- Oh, you won't need that. , she said, gesturing towards the weapon. I'll die anyway, but I prefer doing it in The Armory, with my dead partners. , Alex spat. But since I hate being alone, I decided to bring Damon along with me in the welcoming path to death : I shot him with a wooden bullet, and vervained him, just as he was about to vamp speed out of here. Oops. , Alex revealed with a triumphant smile.

Bonnie's heart stopped. Stefan's face fell. Caroline stayed still, and Alaric tightened his hold on the gun. Enzo cursed.

The Bennett witch felt her magic rushing through her, ready to pounce on Alex. She knew the plan would go wrong at some point. But she never expected Damon to be the one trapped in there !

- Why are you telling us ? What do you want ?! , Bonnie screamed, not understanding why Alex showed up, only to reveal her evil plan.

- Nothing. I just wanted to see your face before I die, when I do this. , Alex smirked, looking proudly at them, before she pulled out a small object from her back pocket, and pressed a red button.

Stefan's eyes widened alarmingly, as he encircled Bonnie's waist and yelled :

- EVERYONE : RUN !

Not sure of what was happening, but sensing Stefan's panick, Caroline grabbed Alaric and they all vamp sped as far as they could.

Just as The Armory blowed up, in a blinding and loud explosion.

Even though they vamp sped as soon as Stefan figured out what Alex did, the explosion still sent them flying on the ground. Stefan landed next to Caroline, Enzo against a tree, and Alaric got knocked out on a car.

Bonnie hit the ground violently, landing on her stomach and hands. Not processing what happened at first, she pulled herself up with her legs and hands, before looking up to where they had been standing just seconds ago. Noticing the disaster, and staring at the ruins of The Armory, Bonnie felt the world crashing down on her. She felt like a stake had been planted right in her heart, even though she wasn't a vampire.

- NO ! DAMOOOOON ! , she shouted, tears escaping her eyes, as she tried to get up and run towards what was left of the building.

- BONNIE, NO ! , Caroline stopped her, vamp speeding in front of her and gripping her waist.

- LET ME GO ! CAROLINE GET OFF OF ME ! WE NEED TO FIND DAMON ! , Bonnie yelled, trying to release herself from her best friend's supernatural hold.

- You can't go there, Bonnie, it's dangerous. The Armory exploded... , Caroline tried to reason her calmly, wrapping her in her arms, as she glanced towards the destroyed building.

- NO ! HE'S STILL ALIVE ! Damon's in there, we have to save him, Care, we have to - , the witch cried hysterically, unable to finish her sentence as she dropped on the ground, and held onto Caroline.

She hadn't been expecting that, so the sudden explosion and possible death of the man she was in love with, hit her like a vague of despair and sorrow.

The blond vampire raised her head to see Stefan's tears rolling down his cheeks, as he watched Bonnie break down in Caroline's arms. Enzo stood next to Stefan, holding a dizzy Alaric, as he gave him his blood. His heart broke when he saw Bonnie's state.

- Where's her body ? Where's Alex's body ? , Bonnie suddenly asked, eyes dangerous as she pulled out of Caroline's embrace and got up. I'm going to end her. I'm gonna dissect what is left of her body. , the witch roared, the sky getting darker as thunder rumbled.

Everyone knew her emotions were taking control of her powers. And an angry , heartbroken Bennett, was a very dangerous Bennett.

- Calm down, Bonnie. I know you feel like everything's falling apart right now, but this is not the solution. , Stefan approached her, voice soothing.

- He can't be dead, Stefan. Not right after I forgave him. It's Damon., Bonnie repeated, tears falling once more, as he hugged her and shushed her.

Footsteps suddenly caught Enzo's attention, as he directed his suspiscious eyes towards the noise, ready to attack.

- There's someone coming towards us. Watch your back. , Enzo warned them, keeping his look on the vestiges of The Armory.

Caroline frowned, placing herself next to Alaric, in case something happened and she needed to protect him. Bonnie removed her head from Stefan's chest, and looked past his shoulder to see what Enzo was talking about. The youngest Salvatore did the same, maintaining an arm around Bonnie.

They all watched attentively, keeping their guard up, as a tall silhouette rose from the ashes, walking in their direction. They couldn't see it clearly, due to the smoke and the remaining pieces of the former building, which were still burning around them. The steam, caused by the fire, made their vision blurry. They concentrated, contracting their eyes to try and make out who was the survivor of the explosion.

Black italian shoes, blue jeans, a white T- shirt and a black leather jacket came into view. Bonnie's breath caught in her throat as they all distinguished some black hair, and a very gleaming object on the man's left hand. A daylight ring. A blue daylight ring. Stefan let go of Bonnie, as she stepped forward, heart beating fast, waiting for the hope she felt to be legitimated.

Looking up, the witch's hazel eyes met the man's azure-blue ones, as a smirk made its way on his thin lips.

They all recognized Damon.

- Oh my God ! , Caroline let out, covering her mouth with her right hand.

- Please, tell me this is real. , Bonnie whispered, tears rolling down her cheeks.

Everyone stayed immobile, not saying a word, as their vision got clearer and clearer, and Damon appeared right in front of them.

- Don't make that face, guys. Did you really think Damon freaking Salvatore would die in a stupid explosion ?! , the vampire exclaimed in a hoarse voice, coughing a little from the smoke he had inhaled.

The little gang stayed shocked, as Bonnie laughed out loud and ran into his arms.

Damon wrapped his arms around her tiny waist, squeezing her tightly, as she grasped his shoulders and burried her head into his chest. The vampire exhaled loudly, stroking her hair and shutting his eyes close. Bonnie did the same, too afraid to open them, only to realize that all of this was an illusion. Sensing her distress, Damon brought his left hand to her chin and left it up, staring into her teary and scared eyes :

- Hey, I'm okay... I'm here. I survived, Bon. , he told her, kissing her forehead as she nodded.

- You look like shit, by the way. , she half-laughed, full of emotion, as she took a better look at her best friend while wipping her wet cheeks.

His clothes were holed, he had cuts on every inch of his skin, and his hair was a mess. Bonnie also spotted the bruise on his chest, and a small part of his neck flesh which was burned. That's when she remembered Alex vervained him and shot him with a bullet, which explained why he hadn't healed from his wounds yet.

- Gee, thanks Bon. I alway like your compliments. , Damon ironically replied, still holding her waist, as he watched her inspect him.

- Oh my god, Damon ! You need blood : here, drink. , she said, offering him her wrist.

- Bonnie, no. I'm fine. , he insisted, pushing her wrist away since he didn't want to hurt her.

- Drink. Now. , Bonnie ordered, giving him a stern look.

Damon sighed but gave in anyway, as he planted his fangs into Bonnie's wrist, greedily swallowing every drop of blood which landed in the back of his sore throat. Bonnie winced a little but she quickly forgot about the pain, as she made sure every wounds of Damon were healing. Once he was done, he pulled her wrist away from his mouth.

- Thanks. , he kissed her cheek, before focusing on his brother's relieved face.

Bonnie stepped out of his embrace, letting Stefan hug him.

- Don't you think you scared me enough already ? , Stefan stated, hugging his brother and tightening his hold on Damon's back.

- Sorry, brother. You know I always like to add some drama in our plans. , he answered, winking and patting Stefan's shoulder , once he pulled away.

- That's an annoying habit of yours, mate ! , Ric commented, before hugging him too.

Caroline simply nodded at him, as a sign she was glad he was alright, and Enzo did the same. They all agreed to get back to the cabin, since everyone was alright and the vampires didn't detect any heartbeat. Alex and her team were all dead : The Armory was over. They assumed the Creature was also dead, since they didn't see it nor hear it.

Stefan, Damon and Bonnie climbed in the Camaro, and Enzo joined Alaric and Caroline in their car. If anyone wasn't aware of Bonnie and Enzo's breakup, it was quite obvious since they hadn't been talking to each other, nor touching. Enzo was avoiding her, just like Bonnie was.

But for now, the green-eyed beauty didn't care about hurting Enzo : she had thought Damon was dead, after learning he had in fact made it out of the buillding. So she needed to be next to him. To feel his presence, hear him joking and making sarcastic comments. Watch him be alive.

- So : how did you get out and survive the explosion ? , Stefan interrogated, lifting his eyebrows as he genuinely wondered how it was possible for his brother to be standing and driving in front of him right now.

- Adrenaline. , Damon simply worded. When you know you're gonna die for sure, adrenaline is the key : it can make you surpass yourself. So even though vervain and the damn bullet hurt like hell, I found the strength to get up and move. It took some time, but fortunately, I succeeded in getting out just as The Armory exploded. I was always lucky. , he finished, shrugging at Bonnie and his brother.

- Yeah, well : promise me you won't need adrenaline to survive ever again, okay ? , Bonnie added, looking intensely at him.

- I can't promise anything to you, Bon Bon : we both know I'm a danger guy. , he smirked, before breaking his eyes away from the road to stare affectionately at her. But adrenaline wasn't the only thing who helped me get the hell out of this place : the thought of reuniting with a certain special person did too. , he smiled whole-heartedly, just as Bonnie looked away, but wasn't able to hide her small smile.

Stefan didn't miss one bit of their exchange, smiling happily at the two of them. Damon really was himself with Bonnie : Stefan had the impression of getting the human Damon back. Which wasn't the case with Elena. Maybe it was a sign that Bonnie and his brother trully were it for each other. He really hoped so : Damon deserved someone like Bonnie, and vice versa.

After getting back to the cabin, Caroline and Alaric said goodbye to everyone, since they were flying back to Dallas to take care of the twins. But not before Stefan talked to the blond vampire : they weren't back together, but they agreed to work on their relationship, to try and rebuild what they had. Ric wasn't so pleased, but he knew Caroline was still in love with Stefan anyways. There was only Bonnie, Enzo, Stefan and Damon left.

The Salvatore brothers were talking in the small living-room of the cabin, and Bonnie took advantage of it to go talk to Enzo. She didn't like the way they ended things : even though she figured their relationship was in fact an illusion, and the result of their craving for love, Enzo had been the one to help her through everything. He had been the one to protect her and take care of her , when Damon wasn't here to do so. He brought her affection, love, happiness, fun, laugh and respect. And Bonnie was grateful for that : she genuinely loved the gentleman, adorable and loyal person she had discovered Enzo to be. After all, it was thanks to Enzo if she found the strength to forgive Damon, and confront her feelings : Enzo showed her she was worth being loved, which was what she needed first, to be able to admit her feelings for Damon. In a way, he helped Bonnie and Damon find their way to each other.

BONENZO :

Finding him wasn't hard : the cabin was little, so there was only one other place he could be in : the bedroom. She softly opened the door, knowing he heard her coming with his vampire hearing, and closed it behind her. Enzo was packing his stuff in a bag, and he didn't acknowledge her when she entered, waiting for her to make the first move.

- You're leaving ? , Bonnie asked the obvious, a bit surprised.

She expected him to stay for a while before going anywhere : maybe try and rebuild a friendship with her.

- I am. I'm going back to England, to try and see if I find any information on my parents. I stole some papers from The Armory, from when I still worked for Alex. , Enzo informed her, glancing at her before putting a weapon in his bag.

- Oh. I thought... hum... I thought maybe, you would stay. , Bonnie stuttered, walking closer to him.

- We both know there's nothing left for me here, love. At least, not anymore. , he sighed, a saddened expression on his face as he stared at her.

Bonnie swallowed hard, before looking down. She knew Enzo was refering to her new found feelings for Damon. He wasn't dumb : he knew he had lost her, and that she didn't love him anymore. He also came to the conclusion that their relationship was based on something toxic : loneliness, isolation, abandon, and their common point ; the craving for love they both had since they were children.

Not knowing what to say, Bonnie decided to be honest. If it was the last time she was seeing Enzo, then she had to tell him what she really felt towards him. What he trully meant to her, lover or not. He deserved to know he counted for Bonnie, that he was still important to her.

- Enzo... , she sighed deeply, grabbing his arm to stop him from packing again. If it's the last time I see you, you need to listen to me. , the beauty pleaded, eyes emotional.

Sighing once more, Enzo stopped packing and turned to face his ex-girlfriend, waiting for her to speak. Bonnie carefully chose her words before doing so, keeping her hand on his arm.

- I need you to know that I do love you, Enzo. And I don't want you to leave, doubting it., Bonnie told him, moving her hand to grab Enzo's. I'm sorry we didn't... work out. , she added, looking up at him to see his reaction.

- I know that you love me, Bonnie. But I admit that hearing you say it is nice. , the british vampire admitted, smiling and nodding his head for emphasis. And I love you too : you're the one who made me understand that I could love someone else than Maggie and Lily, after losing them both to death. You saw the good in me, showed me I was worth your time and love. And I'll always be grateful for that, love. , he continued, squeezing her hand. You healed me, Bonnie. , he finished.

Touched by his words, Bonnie felt her eyes filling with tears. She had always known Enzo was a good person, much more than everyone gave him credit for. After all, he was the one who helped Damon overcome the pain and traumatism which caused The Augustine Society.

- You healed me too : thanks to you, I felt worth it again. You've been my cornerstone since Damon abandoned me, and I won't ever forget it. You brought joy, happiness and love in my life, when I thought I'll never experience it again : and I'll never thank you enough for that. , Bonnie adressed him a tearful smile, her heart aching from letting go of the only person she had been so intimate with , since Damon.

- And I'm happy I did this for you, really. But somehow, that's all we were to each other : medicine. To heal ourselves from a deeper issue, that we both denied since the beginning. Now that we're healthy, we need to let go of each other and carry on with the right person. , Enzo smiled too, kissing her hand.

- I know. , Bonnie nodded. I wish it didn't have to end like this, Enzo. I'm going to miss you. , she told him, tears escaping her regretful eyes.

- I'll miss you too, gorgeous. Take care of you, okay ? , her ex-boyfriend replied, pulling her into his arms.

- Okay. , she whispered, the lump in her throat preventing her from speaking louder.

They stayed like this for some minutes, enjoying each other's embrace while knowing it was probably the last time, before Bonnie spoke again :

- Enzo ? , she called, keeping her head on his shoulder.

- Yeah ? , he answered, eyes closed.

- Just... Promise me to be happy. , Bonnie pleaded, not wanting him to know any more pain in his life.

- I promise. , he nodded against her neck, holding her waist a little tighter, as a lonely tear slipped from his left eye.

- Good. , she said, and pulled away from him.

Not saying more, Enzo grabbed his bag and started walking out of the bedroom. Once he reached the door, he turned around to take one last look at Bonnie. She stayed beside the bed, tears rolling down her cheeks as she stared back at him, with a small smile. The vampire opened the door, just as he said :

- Be happy too, love. You deserve it. , and he stepped out of the room, leaving Bonnie standing alone in the bedroom.

The Bennett beauty stared some minutes at the door after Enzo left, time necessary to say goodbye to one of the most important persons of her life , during these last three years. She then wipped her tears, determined to make a fresh start. With Damon.

BAMON :

After Enzo left the cabin, Stefan decided to do the same and join Caroline in Dallas for the weekend. He thought it would be a good start for them : spending time together, which they hadn't done for a long time now. And he also wanted to make sure Alaric was okay with this.

As for Bonnie, she decided she needed a shower after the big fight and emotions they had faced today. She undressed , and went into the adjacent bathroom of the bedoom. She took her time, let the water run warmly against her caramel-skinned body, and thought about the kiss. She was 100% sure she was over Enzo, and that she was in love with Damon : but she still had a doubt regarding Damon's feelings towards her. Even though Elena told her it was obvious he had moved on from her, Bonnie found it nearly impossible, and hard, for Damon to get over Elena so quickly after her coma. After all, he had pursued her for years, finally getting the girl, and claiming to everyone she was « his life ». The love of his life. Anyway, the best way to know what Damon wanted, and if he was sincere, was to ask him. Which was exactly what Bonnie planned to do, right after getting out of the shower.

The former cheerleader found him drinking some bourbon, near the window, as he watched the night starting to fall outside. Something Bonnie had learnt he loved to do. Slowly making her way in the living-room, Bonnie mentally prepared herself for the serious conversation she was about to have with him.

Hearing her footsteps, Damon tore his eyes away from the window and focused his blue eyes on the beautiful witch. Who was only wearing a small black dress. The vampire didn't hide himself from checking her out, smirking a little, causing Bonnie to blush and look away from his penetrating eyes.

- So, now that everything's over and everyone left : are we gonna talk about that kiss ? , Damon blurted, lifting an eyebrow as he waited for her to reply.

Not expecting him to be so straightforward, Bonnie swallowed, suddenly getting nervous. Just like this morning, when she told him about talking with Elena.

- I broke up with Enzo. , she revealed, thinking it was better to start with those news.

- I know. , Damon informed her, walking towards her.

- Oh. , she whispered, a bit surprised. Hum... How do you know ? , she asked, furrowing her brows.

- Ric told me. Enzo talked about it with Caroline, on the plane. , the blue-eyed vampire answered, now standing in front of Bonnie. Are you okay ? , he questionned, trully concerned, but slightly jealous that she could feel some pain from breaking up with Enzo.

Knowing him, and what hid behind her best friend's question, Bonnie smirked before looking up at him :

- I am. , she reassured him. But I know that what you really want to know, is if I'm finally ready to talk about us, now that I'm single. Admit my... feelings for you. , Bonnie read him like a book, getting shy and uncertain because of the subject they were about to broach.

- So... You do have feelings for me ? , Damon widened his eyes and sipped on his bourbon, doubt recognizable in his voice.

Bonnie lifted her eyebrows at this. She thought she had made it clear this morning, when she revealed to him that her inner battle was admitting her feelings towards him to Elena. Without mentioning their kiss. Was he dumb ?

- Of course I do , Damon. , she scoffed. I thought I made it clear this morning. , she stated, staring confusedly in his orbs.

- Do you, really, Bon ? , he insisted. Because it sure as hell didn't look like it this morning, when you ran away from me to go call Enzo outside, or when you kept avoiding me after it. , Damon retorted, hurt.

Oh. Right. She got it now : her attitude and behavior were stupid. But she needed Damon to understand she meant what she said, and that she really did love him. That he was her first choice.

Sighing deeply, Bonnie took Damon's glass away from him, and put it on the coffee table. She reached for his hands, and took them into her small ones.

- Look : you're right. , she admitted. My behavior this morning was awful, and not the one of an adult woman, who assumes her feelings and actions. But it actually doesn't reflect how I feel at all. , Bonnie denied, not breaking eye contact during her little speech. I meant what I said this morning, and some minutes ago. This kiss meant everything to me. , she told him, watching as his eyes softened.

- Then why did you wait so long before telling me ? You weren't with Enzo anymore when it happened, so what stopped us from happening right away ? , Damon wondered, squeezing her hands, as he searched in her eyes for an answer.

- Fear. , Bonnie whispered weakly and shrugged, looking down. I was scared Damon, and I still am. Scared of what'll happen between us, scared of wasting our amazing friendship. Scared of losing you, or not being enough. , she confessed tearfully, as she kept her eyes on the ground.

Shaking his head in disbelief, Damon lifted her chin up, planting his bright eyes into her green ones. Bonnie's breath caught in her throat, as she could see all the love Damon felt for her, reflecting in his intense stare. It was like a mirror of his heart and soul. No man had ever looked at her this way, so genuinely.

- You're way more than enough, Bon. You're perfect for me., he swallowed hard, getting emotional at the thought of Bonnie thinking she couldn't make him as happy as Elena did. Somehow, when you're actually on your own and that the supposed love of your life is no where in sight, you realize some things. Admit some truths, and discover some profound issues. , he started, keeping his eyes on Bonnie. One of them was that Elena and I were never meant to be in the first place. No matter how hard we tried to convince ourselves that what we had was true, that what she felt for me was true love, we both knew it has always been because of the sirebond. Elena was never the one for me, just like I was never the right one for her. Stefan was. , he continued. Being away from her also made me realize that our relationship was nothing but toxic and self-destructive : not being able to do the right thing without someone, being so dependent of each other that you can't think straight when the other's not right here by your side, is not love. It's obsession, it's unhealthy. But what I have with you, is the total opposite. , Damon admitted, lifting one of his hand to stroke her cheek, just as a tear fell from Bonnie's eye. We're healthy. You make me think about what I do, what I say, how I react, or the decisions I'm about to make, before I actually decide to do anything. You make me evolve. We complete each other, and that's something I've never felt with anyone before. Just look at our history, Bon : I can see it clearly now, we were meant to fall for each other, because we're the best thing that will ever happen to one another. , he finished, eyes deep and full of admiration and love.

- I was afraid it might be too soon to say things like that, but here you go and impress me by stealing the words out of my mouth. , Bonnie half-laughed, completely taken in the moment, drinking his words, and relieved at the same time that he felt the same way.

- I'm already in too deep, Bon. , Damon smirked, grabbing her waist as he pulled her close to his chest, an inch from his lips.

- So... That's it : we're really doing this ? Us ? , Bonnie hesitantly asked, trying to focus on anything else than his lips, but failed terribly.

- If you're willing to put up with me, and work on a lot of things, because it won't be that easy, then yes. We're giving us a chance. , he nodded, his breath mixing with Bonnie's.

- I want to try us. I want it to work, Damon. I know it won't be easy, because we both have some big personnal issues, but I know we'll make it. That's what we always do : we fight together. , the witch told him, smiling and squeezing one of his hands on her waist, as he nodded and stared deeply into her green orbs.

Damon felt his heart explode with joy, as the words left Bonnie's mouth. He had never wanted someone so much, craved someone so bad, in his entire life. In a healthy manner, of course. And though it was new to him, since he didn't know how to love any other way than obsessively, he could already tell Bonnie was changing it. It was natural for him : his love for her was healthy, he didn't have to make any effort for it to work and come out right : it just was. A little voice in his head told him that's what finding your soulmate felt like. But he would never tell Bonnie, not yet at least. He still wanted to keep some pride and male dignity, before confessing he was helplessly in love with her. Beside, Damon didn't want to rush anything with Bonnie, and screw everything up : he was going to take it slow.

- Now, enough talking. , Damon smirked. Being in love with the most beautiful, sexiest, admirable and hottest woman, is anything but easy : I've been craving you all day. , he whispered seductively in her ear, making her shiver. I deserve a reward for restraining myself this long, don't you think ? , the flirtatious vampire added, softly biting her ear lobe.

- Mmmhmm. , Bonnie hummed, moaning a little at his gesture.

- Is that a yes or a no ? , Damon teased her, bringing his lips to her neck, and kissing it repeatedly as she sighed contently.

- It's a « stop teasing me and kiss the hell out of me already » ! , she exclaimed, not able to take his teasing anymore.

Damon chuckled lightly, before raising his head to meet her lips, only to give her a little peck. Bonnie groaned once more, pouting.

- You're conscious it means we' re really doing this ? No more running away, no more denying anything. , the vampire specified, stroking her back.

- No more doppelganger and « I'm better than you 'cause I got the girl » complex. , the witch smirked, as Damon rolled his eyes and laughed.

But he became serious and seductive again, when he pulled her even closer and reached for the zipper of her black dress. She felt his fingers lingering on her back, as he pulled it down, and ran his hands along her smooth caramel skin. Bonnie couldn't help the shivers and the soft moans which escaped her lips. Of course, the black-haired vampire smirked when his witch reacted to his touch, and when he heard the sounds she made.

Bringing his mouth to her ear, Damon whispered :

- From now on, we can do whatever we want to each other, because we're a couple. If we want to kiss each other, we do it. If we want to hug each other, we do it. If we want to hold each other's hand, we do it. If we want to touch and pleasure each other, we do it too. , he tempted, pressing a kiss on her clavicle. There's no holding back. Are we clear ? , Damon asked, teasing her as she started to pant from the arousal and want she was feeling everywhere right now.

The Bennett girl tried to answer him, but words were hard to form when the vampire was massaging her thighs, kissing her neck and seducing her like that. However, she found the strength to whisper back :

- Crystal clear. , before reciting a spell in her mind to take Damon's shirt off. Now can we celebrate ? , she urged him, chewing on her lips as she lifted her head to look at him.

- I always knew you were a naughty girl, BonBon. , he smirked when he suddenly found himself shirtless.

Bonnie smirked back, and before she could reply, Damon crushed his lips on hers. He took her mouth passionately, and the witch responded just as eagerly. Their tongues danced together, running in circles, teasing one another to the point both of their lips were swollen. It was unbearable for them to pull away, but Bonnie needed air. They quickly reunited their tongues and mouths as soon as the brunette beauty had caught her breath.

She raised her hands on Damon's chest, and slowly started to stroke it, drawing circles. She felt his pale, warm skin, and placed her hand on his non-beating heart, smiling at him before kissing it. Damon took her chin in his fingers and brought their lips back together, impatient to taste her delicious mouth again. The witch gladly obliged, and let out a moan when he grabbed her ass, squeezing it in his large hands.

- Mmmm... Damon. , she gasped, closing her eyes as the vampire pulled the straps of her dress down.

The dress fell at her ankles, revealing her black lacy matching underwear. Damon stepped back a little, keeping his hands on her thighs, as he checked her out, impressed and mesmerized by her body. He observed her sexy curves, smooth brown skin, and her flat stomach. She was breathtakingly beautiful. Realizing where this was heading, Bonnie suddenly felt self-conscious, and got out of her state of amazement.

- Damon, we should... , she cleared her throat, trying to focus on what her mind was saying, but it was difficult with the way her best friend was looking at her. We should take it slow, I don't want to rush us. , she finally breathed, staring at him.

Looking up at her, Damon finally stopped ogling Bonnie :

- I totally agree. , he reassured her, brushing his fingers between the valley of her breast, which caused Bonnie to hiss from pleasure. On the emotional part. But physically speaking, we've already been taking it slow for a while now, don't you think ? , he added, smirking and wiggling his eyebrows.

- Yeah, but... I mean, we should probably wait a little before doing it, see how things go between us and..., Bonnie gave up, the desire to make love with Damon much more intense and stronger than her reason, as he kept rubbing her hips and nipping on her collarbone. Screw it ! , she cursed, wrapping her arms around Damon's neck and attacking his lips once more.

Damon happily kissed her back, hoisting one of her leg up, and holding it with one hand, as he unclasped her bra with the other one. Feeling her delicate breasts brush against his chest as he threw Bonnie's bra on the floor, the vampire groaned. The witch kept her leg around his waist, as Damon ran his hand along it : from the back of her knee, to her thigh and ass. Bonnie managed to wrap her other leg around his waist, so she was encircling him. She proceeded to suck and bite on his jawline, making Damon crazy.

Feeling the tension started to be too much, as they were about to literally tear each other's clothes off, Damon separated their joined lips, opening his eyes :

- Bed or couch ? , he panted and groaned, waiting for her to reply, as she rubbed herself against Damon's crotch.

- Bed. , Bonnie let out, out of breath, before going back to kissing him.

The vampire tightened his hold on Bonnie's waist, and vamp sped them in the bedroom. He lied her down on the bed, before climbing on top of her with that seductive and predatory smirk of his. He started to suck on her breast, but wanting to be the one in control, Bonnie flipped them over with a flick of her wrist. Turned on, Damon whistled and winked at the goddess above him :

- Hmm... Now we want to be in charge, Missy ? I'm all yours. , he teased her, as she smiled and kissed him hungrily once more.

After some minutes, he managed to pull away from her sinful mouth, in between her ardent and fervent kisses. He stopped her, just as she took her panties (and his too, with some magical help) off her.

- Wait... If we're doing it now, and that taking things slow go to hell, then I need you to know something before. , he told her, gazing intensely into her lustful eyes.

- What is it ? , Bonnie asked, lifting an eyebrow as she stroked his cheeks tenderly.

- I love you, Bonnie Bennett. More than anyone I know. , Damon confessed, staring lovingly at her as Bonnie stopped breathing for some seconds.

It was like a wave of relief, love and happiness hit her straight to the heart, as those three important little words came out of her best friend's mouth. She felt like she was being blanketed in a warm and fortifying feeling of bliss. Not knowing what to say at first, since she was too shocked and thrilled to form any coherent sentence, Bonnie inhaled deeply before pecking his lips gently :

- I love you too, Damon Salvatore. , she reciprocated, shifting her legs so she was completely on top of him, hugging and touching every part of his body.

Damon smiled big, not believing that he had finally found his soulmate and love of his life. And that he had the chance to fully live a healthy lovestory with Bonnie, starting over, and making sure that he won't ever screw things up between them. For once, there was no major obstacles standing between him and the woman he was madly in love with : he wasn't hurting his brother because Bonnie never dated him first, she wasn't a doppelganger, he was her first choice and they both made each other better and happy. After 175 years of walking on this earth, Damon had found true happiness.

- Good. , he commented, before using his vampiric strength to flip them over once more, and proceeded to take care of her all night long.

This night was a special one for the both of them, as they made love again and again, consuming their newfound relationship and love until they couldn't stand straight anymore.

This night of passion marked the beginning of a long, tumultuous and epic love story between two powerful and strong supernaturals. From now on, they both knew everything would be okay, though they would certainly have to face several complications and problems. But at least they were together now, protecting and taking care of each other, making sure no one would hurt their soulmate. It might be a rocky situation, since vampires and witches weren't supposed to get along according to nature, but Bonnie and Damon had never played by the rules. Which led them to being best friends, and lovers. Their history may be complicated, extraordinary, astonishing and improbable, but in the end, Destiny had done her job.

The witch and her vampire had found their way to each other.

** THE END ***

And there you go ! The end of my short #Bamon fanfiction. I hope you liked this last chapter, and that I didn't disappoint you with the end. Thanks for reading this small story, and thanks for those who commented and posted a review. As a writer, it really is the most interesting part in sharing my work with you. So don't stop, and let me know what you thought of Chapter 6. If you could share it too, now that it's over, I will forever be grateful to you : I can see that a lot of fanfictions reach hundreds of reviews, so it's a little frustrating when I see that mine is only at 31. Though, maybe, I don't have as much talent as the writers of those successful fanfictions.

Know that I'm working on a Bamon Season 8 fanfiction, but the first chapter won't be posted before summer, or even the return to school. Anyway, you can still send me a message (here or on my twitter account) if you have some suggestions, ideas or if you'd like for some things to happen in it. I have a lot of ideas, and I almost found the main plot, but I don't mind you exchanging with me. Until then, I don't think I'll post anything, or maybe just some short oneshots if I have the courage. Lol.

Have a nice summer holidays and vacations, and don't forget that REVIEWS ARE MUCH APPRECIATED ! ;D

** Kisses, KatemonLazuli **