At school, Margret was in the hallway. "Hey." Melody said.

"Hey. What's up?"

"Well, apart from learning the boring Founder's history, nothing." Melody told her.

"You're telling me." Rob said. "That class was totally boring. Oh, except for that Bennett girl returning."

"What did you just say?" Margret asked. She turned to Melody.

"Yeah, that's the other news. Bonnie's back."

"She came in late to History today." Rob told her.

"Yeah, things have been tough for her lately." Margret said. "Though I'm glad you told me."

A few minutes later, she found Bonnie in the hallway with Elena. "Hi, Bonnie."

"Hey, it's good to see you." Bonnie told her.

"I know it's been hard for you lately." Margret said. "So I made this." She handed her a bracelet. "We've all been going through a rough time, it seems."

"How much did I miss when I was gone?" Bonnie asked.

"A lot." Elena said. "I know it's been really hard…" Suddenly, Caroline and Amy ran over.

"Bonnie! Thank God you're home!" Caroline embraced her, to her surprise.

"I heard you were back." Amy said. "It's so good to see you again."

"I know we talked every day, but I missed you." Caroline said. "How are you doing?"

"Better." Bonnie told them. "You know, glad to be back and trying to keep myself busy."

"Well, I can help with that." Caroline said. "Major wardrobe problem. You need to help me pick up the perfect dress for the Founder's Court."

"Just be glad you're not her personal wardrobe consultant and make-up carrier." Amy told her.

"The founder's court? Did I miss something?" Elena asked.

"The Founders Court! You know, MissMysticFalls. They announced it today and you and I are both on it." Caroline said.

"Oh my god! We signed for this so long ago… I completely forgot."

"I was going to enter, but you have to be sixteen to eighteen for that event." Margret said.

"I know. Total bummer." Amy said. "But at least we've got two people to root for."

"So, are you dropping out then?" Caroline asked.

"Caroline!" Amy could not believe her cousin sometimes.

"I can't." Elena said. She seemed sad. Margret understood and put her hand on her shoulder.

"Their mom is the one who wanted her into this." Bonnie told them.

After school, the group was walking through town. "Hey, I heard you're family members are going to be in the Miss Mystic Falls contest." Melody said.

"A bit of warning, Care really wants to win." Amy said.

"You're telling me." Rob said.

"I guess it's only fair, though. Aunt Liz is the only woman in the family who never entered the competition." Amy pointed out.

"I can understand the family tradition stuff." Margret said. "Though I'm still going to support Elena."

"Speaking of which, what's up with her and Bonnie? Did they get into a fight or something?" Melody asked.

"Why would you say that?" Margret asked her.

"Well, I was on my way to pick up the music from practice. She seemed uncomfortable around Elena and Stefan."

"Well, she's still recovering from her grandmother's death." Margret pointed out. She couldn't exactly tell them she thought it had something to do with her being a witch.

"Yeah, I know. But something just feels off about it, you know?" Melody said.

"Well, maybe she just needs some space." Alex said. "It takes a while to get over these things sometimes."

"Yeah, I know." Margret said.

At the Lockwood Mansion, the group met in the hall. "Where's Melody?" Alex asked.

"I don't know. She had to run off somewhere." Margret said.

"It's too bad you guys couldn't enter." Alex said. "I'm sure both of you would've won."

"Oh, stop it."

"I'm serious."

"Yeah, but there's always next time." Amy said.

"Hey, sorry I'm late you guys!" Melody said.

"No need to run over, Mel. It hasn't started yet." Margret pointed out.

"What happened to you?"

"I ran into Damon and that Anna chick outside."

"Since when are they friends?" Rob asked.

"I don't know. But apparently they knew each other beforehand."

"Is there any new kid in town that doesn't know anyone else here?" Amy asked. They all glared at her. "What?"

"Forget this." Margret said. "I'm going to find Jeremy. He disappeared after we came in." She went into the hallway and saw him talking with Anna. "Hey, what are you doing over hthere?" Margret asked. "Caroline's headed down now. Elena's going to be up soon."

"Really? I didn't realize." Jeremy said. "Guess I lost track of time."

"It's fine, Jeremy." Anna said. "Go on."

Meanwhile, the others were talking. "So, why couldn't Matt be here again?" Melody asked.

"He's stuck working, so she had to ask someone to fill in." Amy told her. "Apparently he's not the only date who's MIA."

"What do you mean?" Alex asked.

"Elena asked Stefan to help out, but no one's seen him around here." Amy pointed out.

"Hey, guys!" Margret ran over to them. "Sorry about that. I finally got Jeremy and Anna to join the rest of the group."

"So, what is the deal with them? Are they dating or not?" Amy asked.

"I'm guessing they are." Margret said. "They've been getting close lately."

"Have you seen any sign of your sister's date?" Melody asked.

"No. I haven't seen him since yesterday." Margret said. "I thought I saw him in the hall after I helped Elena with her dress, but I couldn't tell if it was him or not."

Just then, they announced Elena coming down. The group watched as she headed outside with Damon. "What is she doing with Damon?" Jenna asked.

"I have no idea." Alaric said.

"Well, Stefan isn't here, so he must've filled in for him." Rob said.

"How long have you kids been…" Jenna began.

"We've been here the whole time, Aunt Jenna." Margret told her.

"This just got awkward." Amy said.

"You're telling me." Melody said.

A few hours later, the group was gathered inside. "Hey, anyone see that Amber girl in here?" Rob asked.

"No, she's been missing all day." Amy told him.

"It's weird that she's a no show." Melody said. Margret looked concerned. Melody was right, of course.

"Before I crown a winner, I'd like to offer a personal thank you to all of these young ladies for their efforts to better our community." The Mayor announced. "So, without further due it is my honor to announce our very own Miss Mystic Falls, Miss Caroline Forbes!"

"She won. Amy, that's awesome." Melody said.

"I can't believe she did it." Amy said.

"Guess all that hard work paid off." Rob added.

A few minutes later, Caroline was getting ready to leave. "Congratulations, Care." Amy told her.

"Thanks."

"Who knew you're organizing skills would come in handy?"

"Well, it isn't always easy."

"You were great, Caroline." Melody said.

"You were." Margret agreed. "I hate to ruin the moment, but did you see where my sister went? We're supposed to ride home together."

"I don't know." Caroline said. "She left a few minutes after I was named winner. I thought I saw Bonnie follow her, though. Maybe you could ask her."

"Thanks."

Outside, Margret pulled her sweater closer to her. It had gotten cold out. In the little light she could see, she spotted the girls talking near a car. "Bonnie, wait…" She got a little closer.

"I told you I wasn't gonna make you choose, but I need to make the choice for myself." Bonnie told her. "Please, just leave me alone." She got in her car and left.

"What was that about?" Margret asked. "Are you two fighting or something?"

"It sure seems like it." Elena told her.

"Hey, she's just been through a rough time." Margret pointed out. "I'm sure you two will be friends again in no time."

"I hope you're right, Margie." Elena said. "You should probably go with Jenna. There's something I have to do."

"Okay. Guess I'll see you later." Margret said.

That night, she was on the phone with Alex. "Yeah, I'm fine." She told him. "I have no idea why they're fighting, though."

"It happens with friends sometimes, even really close friends." Alex said.

"You're right." Margret said. "But this really isn't like them."

"Maybe Bonnie still needs time to cool down." Alex told her. "You know what she gets like when she's upset or angry."

"Yeah, though I have no idea why she'd be angry." Margret said. "It's not like we did anything."

"Has your sister been hanging out with someone that she doesn't like?"

"I have no idea. But the other day, she was trying to avoid her and Stefan in the hall."

"That doesn't make sense. I thought they got along fine."

"So did I." Margret said. "Something must've happened, though."

"Don't stress over it. I'm sure by next week this whole thing will blow over." Alex told her.

"Yeah. I should probably get some rest." Margret said. "It's been a very long day."

"Goodnight, Margret."

"Goodnight Alex." She hung up and went to her bed. It didn't take long for her to fall asleep.