Author's Note: Thank you all so much for the reviews! It was awesome hearing your feedback. Though this is AU, there are still supernatural beings in the fic. Bonnie is just unaware of them right now. Sorry that was unclear before. Just goes to show you shouldn't always right in the middle of the night. -.- Lmao. Anywho, here's another chapter for ya. Enjoy.

I DO NOT OWN VAMPIRE DIARIES OR THE CHARACTERS.
Music Credit: "Under The Sheets" by Ellie Goulding

Chapter Two:

~*.*~
'You left a blood stain on the floor.
You set your sights on him.
You left a hand-print on the door.
Like all the boys before, like all the boys before

This is our luck baby, running out.
Our clothes were never off.
We still have our roads to run about.
Like all the boys before, like all the boys before.

I've seen you in a fight – you lost.
I've seen you in a fight.

We're under the sheets and you're killing me.
In our house made of paper, your words all over me.
We're under the sheets and you're killing me.'
~*.*~

God, I'm sore. The side of my face is hurting. I don't have to look in the mirror to know that she left me a bruise as a reminder of last night. She knows better than that. She got angry enough. It's a bitch to cover. Good thing she's dead set on giving me a "makeover". Sharon will be in here any minute to wake me up. At least I don't have to worry about David this morning. There isn't time.

"Rise and shine, Sleeping Beauty," Sharon sang. I sat up and looked at her. "Why don't you hop into the shower and I'll set things up in here? David will bring you some coffee."

"He's awake?" I asked, getting out of bed. She nodded.

"He wanted to see you off. Now, go shower. We're on a time limit."

"Okay." I grabbed some clothes and headed to the bathroom. I got in the shower and showered as quickly as possible. I started shampooing my hair when I felt hands on my sides. I jumped.

"Shh, shh. It's okay. I just thought you might like some help." David whispered. I sighed and dropped my hands. It'll be over soon. I let his hands roam. He pulled me back into his body and started kissing my neck. "I can't wait to see how you look when she's done with you." He whispered, nuzzling my neck. "It'll be hard seeing you with another guy. What did you say his name was?"

"Stefan," I told him, quietly. He nodded.

"As long as you keep me happy, I don't see why you dating would be a problem." He gave me a sly smile.

"Okay." I told him.

"You'll feel better once you have your coffee." He said as he went about cleaning my body. The rest of the shower passed in silence. I'm just thankful that he didn't try to do anything else. I'm still sore from what he did to me last night.

Sometimes, I think about the future and I wonder what the point is. Yeah, I could tell someone what's happening to me. But, I also know that they couldn't take me out of here without proof and by the time I had the proof I'd probably be dead or as good as.

I have college to look forward to. I've been saving up money for as long as I can remember. I have something to fall back on just in case something happens. If living with them has taught me anything, it's to be prepared. You never know what could happen. With my grades, I'm guaranteed a scholarship. They bought me a car. I have the essentials. Even with that, that doesn't change this hell hole.

As soon as I can get out – the better. There are times like these when I wish that I really was a witch like Grams used to tell me I was when I was little. Life would be better with a little bit of magic sometimes.

But life isn't magic, and even if it was, all it would do is complicate things. Maybe Stefan will come by the Grill later. It'd be nice to see a friendly face. It's nice to have a guy take interest in me that isn't supposed to be a father figure. I just… I don't know if I could date. I don't like being touched, by anyone. I keep to myself most of the time. I don't know what he could see in me. Everyone tells me that I'm pretty, but I don't feel it. I haven't felt it in a long time. I feel like a freak. If any guy knew that I was tainted by David, he wouldn't want me. It's like a double edged sword, I lose either way.

Caroline will never know how lucky she is. I mean, her dad left her, sure. And her mom works an insane amount of hours, but she loves her. They care about her and they would never do anything to hurt her. That's something that I will always be envious of. She deserves it. Caroline is the type of person who radiates sunshine. She has a habit of making everything around her just a little bit warmer.

She's my oldest friend, apart from Tyler and Matt. I had another friend a few years back, but she died in a crash with her parents. She was Jeremy's sister, Elena.

It's crazy how much time changes things. People come so far in such a short amount of time.

"I think that should do it. Go ahead, Bonnie-bee. Take a look in the mirror." Sharon sang. Oh God, what has she done to me now? I'm kind of afraid to look. "Go on. I want to see your reaction." She pressed. I nodded and faced my vanity. Well, she certainly made me over. I look like a more "made up" version of myself. She added some waves to my hair. I've been wearing it straight, not really messing with it too much. Mostly she just covered my bruises and played up my eyes. I have to hand it to her, I don't look bad.

"Wow, thank you Sharon." I told her and gave her a soft hug. She beamed.

"You look so beautiful. You remind me of myself when I was your age. I'm sure you'll turn heads today. I can feel it in my bones." She professed. I swear – she views these things as a public service. I still have a while before I have to be at work. Damn. "I picked out some clothes for you to wear. I know you're already dressed, but I figured since you were trying out a new look, you wouldn't mind. That reminds me, I want to take you shopping soon. What days do you have off this week?" She looked hopeful. I bit my lip.

"Okay, thanks. I'll change in a minute. I have Tuesday off and Wednesday I only go in for a couple of hours right after school to stock up and do inventory at the Grill. Oh, Stefan invited me over to dinner last night. He asked if he could cook for me on Tuesday night." I told her. I try to make sure I tell them mostly everything. I've learned that surprises never end well, especially for me.

"Oh, that's so exciting!" She squealed. "Don't worry I'll go shopping today and find you the perfect outfit. I'm so proud of you. You're really growing up to be a beautiful young lady." She squeezed my hand. Maybe this weekend won't be so bad after all. If I can keep her happy, it should be painless. Fighting just isn't worth the pain. After a while, you just don't have any fight left.

I waited for Sharon to leave before changing. She picked out a black, tight-fitting, long-sleeved, v-neck, sweater. I pulled it on with a short, faded, purple skirt. It goes down mid-thigh. It's not something that I would pick out for myself, but it's not awful. I pulled on some low-tops and grabbed my bag.

"You look nice today, Bonnie." Liz commented as I walked into the station.

"Thanks. Sharon decided to give me a make-over this morning."

"She did a great job."

"Thanks. So, what do you have for me today?"

"It's filing mostly, and a bit of organizing. Nothing too heinous." She assured. I nodded.

"Point the way."

Working at the station went by in a blur. It normally does while I'm there, though. I always feel safe and at home there. Things tend to just breeze by. I drove over to the Grill in silence. Hopefully there won't be any jackasses there tonight. I'm not in the mood to kiss ass at work. I like being a waitress, but sometimes it's exhausting.

"Hey Bon, I brought you a present." Jeremy greeted.

"Oh yeah? Did you finally get me that pony I've been asking for? Because, let me tell you, I'd be so excited, I'd burst into song." I told him, happily. He shook his head, laughing.

"See, now anything that I give you will just be a disappointment. Maybe I should just give it to someone else." He started to move something behind his back.

"Hey! That's so not fair." I pouted. He handed me a cup of green tea. "Did I ever tell you that you're my favorite? Because you are." I took the tea and sipped it. Caffeine and I don't agree. I have a hard enough time sleeping without it. Therefore, green tea will forever be my godsend.

"You're just saying that because of the tea."

"What can I say? The tea makes me a better person. It's a proven fact. Now, mosey on over, I've got to clock in."

"Alright, can I get your guys anything else with your order?" I asked as I sat their plates down in front of them.

"Only a smile," a blonde guy coaxed. It was impossible not to smile at him after that. Gorgeous blue eyes, sandy blonde hair, and lip ring to boot. "Now everything should be good." He smiled back. I nodded.

"Y'all enjoy your meal." I told them as I took empty glasses from their table. I dropped them off in the kitchen.

"Someone's in a good mood today." Matt nudged me with his butt. I chuckled.

"You know, I am. I don't know why."

"It's nice to see you smiling, Bonnie."

"Right back atcha, Matt." I stuck my tongue out at him. "It looks like it's starting to wind down. We've only have a few tables in the past hour."

"Yep, so we can go home soon."

"Good, because I'm beat."

"I bet, you work more than anyone else we go to school with."

"I just like staying busy. I want to be able to afford school, just in case I can't land a scholarship. I want to make something of myself… I just have no idea what yet." I told him. He nodded.

"I get it. Believe me, I get it. Just don't forget about us little people when you become famous, alright?"

"I could never forget you, but deal." We shook on it.

I took refills back out to the guys and made small talk while I checked on them and my other tables. The next hour seemed to whiz by. I got a killer tip from the group of guys along with the hottie's number, and the die work didn't take long at all. I was driving home before I knew it. I can't believe I'm already this tired. I'm used to running off of little sleep. I practically sleep walked into the house. I ran face first into David.

"Oh my God, I am so sorry. I didn't see you. I'm sorry. I'm so out of it tonight. I'm sorry." I rambled at an apology, trying to access the damage I had done. He doesn't look upset and by the looks of it, Sharon is already asleep.

"I'm fine, Bonnie, really. Don't worry about it. I just wanted to make sure you got home alright. You look tired." He sympathized. I nodded.

"I am. I have no idea why. Work was really good today. Everyone liked the makeover Sharon gave me. I'm gonna give her the good news tomorrow morning. I bet she'll be thrilled to hear it." I told him. I hate myself for being so pathetic. It's like no matter what I do, I can't stop trying to please them. I just need them to be happy. It's beyond just keeping them happy so they don't hurt me. It's evolved into something else. I know it's warped but I can't help it.

"That's great news. You're doing so well, listening to your mother. She loves when you do that. When she's happy, we're all happy."

"I like when she's happy." I whispered, more to myself than to him.

"I made you some hot tea. Let's get you tucked into bed." He led me upstairs. He took of my clothes and put my pajamas on for me. It wasn't worth arguing with him about it. He picked me up and put me into bed. He gave me a few soft pecks on the lips and left.

That wasn't too bad. If I'm lucky, tomorrow will go as smoothly as today did. I have a feeling this is just a brief calm before a long and treacherous storm. Tuesday can't come soon enough.

~*.*~
'In here the world won't bring us down.
Our plan is gold dust.
Out here a lonely girl can drown.
In here we're frozen.

Where did the people go?
My hands are empty.
You're not the answer – I should know.
Like all the boys before, like all the boys before…

We're under the sheets and you're killing me.
In our house made of paper, your words all over me.
We're under the sheets and you're killing me.

We're in a mess baby.'
~*.*~

Author's Note: Alright, so, I was going to make this chapter longer, but this seems like a good stopping place. Next chapter is the dinner with Stefan! :D Will Bonnie find anything suspicious at the Salvatore's? Will things stay calm at home? Will David pull something not even Bonnie can let go? Review, review, my pretties. Stay awesome!

Xo Xo
Anneryn