Author's Note: Okay, SO, I got inspired and I pretty much gave up waiting for five reviews. Thank you so much for the ones I did get. They really do inspire me. Anywho, let me know your thoughts on this one – Bonnie's last night with the Salvatores. Next chapter with the Original brothers.
I DO NOT OWN VAMPIRE DIARIES OR THE CHARACTERS.
Music Credit: "Die Young – Ke$ha, "Hit Me Baby (One More Time)" – Britney Spears, "Diamonds" - Rihanna
Chapter Seventeen:
~*.*~
'I hear your heart beat to the beat of my drums.
Oh, what a shame that you came here with someone.
So, while you're here in my arms,
Let's make the most of tonight like we're gonna die young.
We're gonna die young.
We're gonna die young.
Let's make the most of tonight like we're gonna die young.
Let's make the most of tonight like we're gonna die young.
Young hearts, out our minds,
Runnin' like we're outta time.
Wild childs, lookin' good,
Livin' hard just like we should.
Don't care who's watchin' when we're tearin' it up.
(You know.)
That magic that we got nobody can touch.
(Fo' sho.)
Lookin' for some trouble tonight.
Take my hand – I'll show you the wild side.
Like it's the last night of our lives,
We'll keep dancing 'til we die.'
~*.*~
"Bonnie, you have to sleep." Damon whispered. I shook my head.
"I have one more day left with you. I'm not going to spend it sleeping or feeling sorry for myself. I wanna enjoy it." I touched his face. He smirked.
"What did you have in mind?"
"Everything and anything – I'll only live once."
"I think I've corrupted you, Bonnie Bennett."
"I know you have. What should we do? We only have today, Damon." I whispered.
"What's on your bucket list?"
"Drool all over Channing Tatum's abs, marry Dean Winchester, go skinny dipping, learn how to Thriller dance, drunk karaoke, road trip across the country, have sex, hug Morgan Freeman, be in two places at once, and meet my mom."
"Let's start there. Grab a robe and meet me downstairs."
"What are we doing here Damon?" I tried to take off my blindfold but he swatted my hands away.
"Not yet, we're almost there. Trust me – you're going to love this."
"Where are we?" I asked.
"Okay, take off you're blindfold." I untied it and let my eyes adjust. It's beautiful here. It's like a little piece of paradise hidden away. "How did you find this?"
"When you're been alive as long as I have, you learn a few of life's secret places." He whispered. "And we're doing a few of the things off your bucket list. I told you I'd rock your world." He smirked. I rolled my eyes.
"This is gorgeous. You would be the one person who would know about a waterfall in the middle of nowhere."
"Not just a waterfall, Witchy – there are hot springs, too. Take your clothes off. We're going skinny dipping."
"You can't be serious."
"I'm dead serious. I won't try anything you don't want me to. Okay? I've got the night and all day planned. We're meeting Stefan and Lexi after this. Have a little faith. You're gonna love this. Why sleep? You're words – remember? You're fearless, Bennett. It's time to channel that."
"I trust you." I told him. I tried to swallow the lump in my throat. "You first – I'll meet you in there. Turn around. I don't want you to see me until I'm ready."
"Alright Judgy, but first, I'm giving you a show. Getting a striptease wasn't on your list, but it should have been." He slowly unbuttoned his shirt. I can feel my face growing hot. I hope it's not as red as it feels. He let it drop. He stared into my eyes the entire time. I swear he's looking right through me. He whipped off his belt and toed off his shoes. I gulped. He leaned down and pulled off his socks. He took off his pants. I kept my eyes glued to his face. His eyes twinkled with mischief. "Bonnie – look at me."
"I am." I squeaked.
"All of me, look at all of me." He commanded, softly. My eyes cascaded down his sculpted body. I can't stop myself. I bit my lip.
"Oh," I whispered.
"Join me." He watched me. I nodded. He got into the water and turned his back, respectfully. I fumbled with my robe. I can't believe I'm actually going to go through with this. It feels like my heart is trying to beat out of my chest. Who would like my scars? What if he doesn't want me after this? What if being this vulnerable with him makes me freak out? The endless what-ifs are running through my mind. "Bonnie, stop overthinking it. Come to me, baby. I won't hurt you." He whispered.
I took off my robe and laid it on a nearby rock. I took off my undergarments and took off my boots and socks. I took a deep breath and got over to the edge of the water. I got in and walked over to him, slowly. The water comes to my neck. That gives me slight comfort. I traced Damon's back with my fingertips. He turned around, slowly. I started shaking as soon as he looked at me.
"Breathe Bonnie." He held me steady. He leaned down and kissed me. My body flushed with warmth. He pulled away and gazed at my body. "You're stunning."
"I'm not."
"You are." He insisted. I can feel his gaze wash over me. I can't help feeling so exposed. "You're perfect."
"I'm scarred."
"They make you who you are. I wouldn't change a thing about you or your body. I'm proud of you, Witchy." He whispered. I kissed him.
"I thought we were going to swim."
"Oh, we are. You're going down."
"What?"
"This!" He picked me up and dunked me into the water. I screamed. He laughed. We took turns dunking each other until we were soaking wet. The warm water felt so nice. After a while, I forgot that I we were naked. "Alright Bennett, truth time," he pulled me onto his lap as we sat in some shallow water.
"What did you have in mind?"
"Well, Lexi and Stefan will be here soon. But, first, I wanted to ask you a few things."
"Okay."
"Do you love me, Witchy? Actually, full-blown, have to be with me, love?"
"Of course I do. Why don't you believe you should be loved?" I whispered.
"I'm a bad guy, Bonnie. I've killed a lot of people in my lifetime. I don't chow down on bunnies and squirrels like Stefan does. I like taking pleasure in other people's pain. I'm not worth being saved or loved. I don't give a fuck if I happen to kill a few asshats that piss me off. We're polar opposites, Judgy. Eventually, you'll see that."
"Damon, I wouldn't waste my time with someone who wasn't worth my affection. As much as you try to be a badass, I know that you care. You can't hide that forever. You care about me. You care about your brother. Hell, you even care about Caroline and Lexi. I know that you love Zach. You're worth a lot more than you give yourself credit for."
"Bennett, I could say the same thing about you."
"It's your turn."
"Having sex was on your bucket list…"
"I know. I can't count David as my first time. Your first time should be taken away from you."
"Hey, anytime you wanna shed some skin and get naughty, I'm game. Your sexiness and my sexiness should come together, sometime." He teased. I rolled my eyes.
"Sometimes, it's like you're two different guys, Damon. Look, I know you have an image to uphold, or whatever, but I know you are. I can see through your act. Underneath the hard, badass exterior, you're a marshmallow."
"A marshmallow that would love to make sweet, sweet love to you..." He pulled me into a kiss. I wrapped my arms around him and held myself against him.
"I think you talk too much." I whispered. He chuckled.
"By all means, please use your tongue to shut me up." He whispered. We made out for a few minutes. I let my hands explore a few places on his body. They slowly made their way to his ass. I gave it a tight squeeze. He groaned. His hands brushed against my stomach. I shuddered against him. I felt him growing harder against me. I froze against him. He kept kissing me with vigor. I pulled away. He seemed to realize why. "Let's cover up. The vegetarian committee will be here any minute now." He smirked. He's not even fazed that I freaked out. I don't think that Damon gets nearly enough credit.
I climbed out of the water and put on a swimsuit that I brought with me. Damon pulled on some swim-trunks.
"Hey party people!" Lexi yelled as she jumped into the water, bikini clad. "Stef neglected to tell me until like ten minutes ago that you were getting your swim on without me. That is just unacceptable." Lexi teased, kissing me on my cheek. I laugh. "Damon, I bet I can throw you off the top of the waterfall."
"Hell no." He smirked.
"Race ya." Lexi sped off and Damon hurried off behind her. That wasn't subtle in the slightest.
"Bonnie, I don't want you to leave with things weird between us." Stefan whispered.
"I'm sorry about how everything has gone down the past few days. I don't like the tension between us, either. As far as I'm concerned, we're good. What happened, happened, nothing can change that. Life is too short to keep grudges. I don't wanna waste my life like that. I love you, Stefan. I love both of you. I really hope that you know that. And… There's something you need to know." I told him. He nodded. "You and Damon both," I clarified. We cuddled until Damon and Lexi came back from trying to kill each other.
"What's the haps?" Lexi asked, plopping down on my lap. I chuckled.
"I don't know how you're going to take it."
"Just spit it out, Judgy."
"I told Klaus where Katherine was. She's not dead, but she won't be a problem anymore. That's all you need to know." I told them.
"It's about time that bitch got hers." Damon smirked.
"When did this happen?" Stefan asked.
"Last night," I told him. He nodded. "Are you okay with that?"
"Yes, I'm done with her. I meant what I told you, Bonnie." Stefan told me. I nodded.
"I didn't want there to be any unnecessary secrets between us."
"Remind me again why we're getting drunk at four o'clock in the morning." I giggled. Damon smirked.
"It's your last night in town. We're taking care of part of that bucket list, whether you like it or not. I may have compelled the Donovans the let us rent out The Grill for the night and that underage drinking is okay. What fun would it be without your friends?" Damon reasoned. I nodded. Matt, Tyler, Jeremy, Caroline, Lexi, Stefan, Damon, Zach and I were all here. It's been a blast so far. As it turns Damon makes an excellent bartender. I must have put back at least three strawberry daiquiris already.
"True that." I agreed.
"I thought we were doing karaoke." Caroline chirped. Tyler picked her up and carried her over to the stage and turned on the karaoke machine. Caroline started dancing and doing her thing. Everyone else got up and started dancing along with her.
'My loneliness is killing me
And I – I must confess I still believe.
When I'm not with you I lose my mind.
Give me a sign.
Hit me baby, one more time.'
Lexi carried me to the stage and we belted Britney Spears with Caroline. Damon had some serious hip action going on. Even Matt had his dance on. Tyler went next. He gave his all in a "Baby Got Back" rendition. Everyone was having a good time. I can't believe we haven't done this before. I'm definitely doing this when I get back to Mystic Falls.
"Bonnie! You have to go. This night is for you." Caroline whined. I made a face. "No bitching out, get your ass up there." I sighed in defeat. I'm outvoted.
"First, I'm going to need another drink." I downed another daiquiri. "Alright, let's do this bitch." I got on stage. "Laugh and I will set your asses on fire." I threatened. Tyler turned on the music. "I'm going to need some back-up dancers for this one." I said into the microphone. Lexi and Caroline started walking up but I shook my head. "No, I think Stefan and Damon for this one."
"Anything for you, Judgy. Stefan, be ready to be blinded by my sexiness." Damon smirked. Stefan laughed.
"Oh, I think you have competition, brother."
'Shine bright like a diamond.
Shine bright like a diamond.
Find a light in the beautiful sea.
I choose to be happy.
You and I, You and I,
We're like diamonds in the sky.
You're a shooting star – I see
A vision of ecstasy.
When you hold me, I'm alive.
We're like diamonds in the sky.'
Lexi was dancing with Matt and Caroline with Tyler. It was so hard to keep a straight face with Damon booty dancing behind me. Stefan had given up. He was almost doubled over. By the time the song was over, Stefan and Damon were slow dancing with each other and Damon was doing the occasional butt shake.
We ended up going to the coffeehouse and getting coffee and breakfast while we sobered up for the rest of the day. After coffee it dwindled down to Lexi, Damon, Stefan, and myself.
"So, what's next on the agenda?" Lexi asked. I shrugged.
"I'm not the one making the plans. You've got to ask them." I told her. She looked expectantly the Stefan and Damon.
"We are taking a little road-trip."
"What is it with you and blindfolds today?" I asked, unable to see a thing. We've been driving for over an hour. It's a good thing that this isn't scratching my face.
"What can I say? I have a kinky side." Damon teased. I chuckled.
"Too much information, Damon – I didn't need to know." Lexi scolded. I really am going to miss them. I finally have a family and now it's being taken away from me.
"He's not the only one with a kinky side." Stefan told her.
"Stef, I'm well away of that." She sang. Not laughing with them is impossible, today.
"Children, we're almost there." Damon announced.
"Thank goddess!" I bounced in my seat. I felt the car slow down. I heard Damon turn of the ignition. Someone opened my door and helped me out of the car. "Where are we?"
"We're at the state line." Damon told me.
"Can I take off the blindfold, now?" I whined. Before I could ask again the blindfold vanished. "Why are we here?" I asked, squinting, trying to get my eyes to adjust. Stefan smirked and Lexi didn't say anything.
"Put your feet here." Damon motioned the areas by the North Carolina state sign.
"Okay, now what?"
"Now you're straddling the Virginia, North Carolina state line." He told me.
"Okay?"
"You're in two places at once." Lexi voiced. Realization hit me.
"You pulled 'A Walk to Remember'!" I threw my arms around Damon.
"Hey, it was my idea." Stefan spoke up from behind me. I let go of Damon and went over to show Stefan some love.
"You guys are the best. So… What's next on this mystery day?" I asked.
"We have one last stop then you're spending a romantic night with the boys." Lexi told me.
"Where is that?" I asked.
"We're taking you to see your mother. I met her years ago. I tend to keep track of the witches I meet just in case I'm ever in a pinch. Let's just say Bennett witches are well known. I think it's about time you see her. Don't you?" Lexi asked. I swallowed.
"You're serious." I breathed. "Where is she?" I asked.
"About an hour from here," she told me. I nodded.
"Let's go."
We pulled up to her house. I've waited so long to meet her. I don't even remember what she looks like. Grams has shown me pictures, but I can't remember ever seeing her face. It's not too late to turn back now… I can't chicken out. I've come so far, already. I don't want to do this but I know that I need to. If I don't make it through the next couple of months, it'd be nice to at least meet my mother.
I sucked in a deep breath and I knocked on the door. I can do this. I know I can do this. I tried to steady my breathing. Some guy opened the door.
"Hey, can I help you?"
"My name is Bonnie. I'm looking for Abby Bennett. Is she home?" I asked. He looks way too young to be married to her. Did she have more kids? He looks a little bit older than I am.
"You're thee Bonnie?" He asked, smiling. "I'm Jamie. Come in. She's in the kitchen. I'm sure she'll be thrilled to see you." He told me, opening the door wider. I followed him to the kitchen. The rest of the gang stayed in the car. I wanted to do this alone. "Stay here, I'll get her for you." He told me. He walked into the kitchen. "Abby, there's someone here to see you." He told her.
"I wasn't expecting anyone today." She told him.
"I think you'll want to see them." He countered. They both walked into the living room.
"Oh my stars," she said. Her hand flew to her mouth. "Bonnie," she started crying and put her arms around me. "You don't know how long I've waited to see you or I've wondered if you and your father were alright." She said. I stiffened in her arms and pulled away.
"No, you don't get that luxury. You left us. You didn't care what happened to us. Dad died. Gramps died. I was raised in foster care. I grew up with an abusive couple because you didn't care." I told her. She flinched. "How could you do that to us?!" I screeched. Jamie backed away.
"I'll let you two work this out." He left the room.
"Bonnie, I never knew. You have to believe me." Abby said quietly.
"You never knew because you couldn't be bothered to stick around and find out. You don't get my sympathies. I just want to know why. That's why I came." I told her. She sighed.
"I was dabbing into some dangerous things. I didn't want to see you or the rest of our family get hurt. I left for your safety. People had already been targeted I couldn't take any more chances and I can't tell you anything else. You will never know how unbelievably sorry I am for hurting you. I hope that some part of you believes that. I do love you, Bonnie. We both know I was cut out to be a mother. Once I was out, it was like I had a fresh start, a clean slate. I was free again. I could reinvent myself – I could be anyone else. After a while, I felt my magic start to fade. It was like Mother Nature was punishing me for abandoning you. There hasn't been a day that has gone by that you and your father haven't been on my mind." She told you.
"That doesn't forgive your sins." I whispered.
"Let me atone for them." She pleaded.
"I just wanted to meet you and know that you were okay." I told her. I turned to leave but she stopped me.
"What did they do to my little girl? You used to be so sweet." She whispered.
"They broke me." I told her.
"Show me." She asked. I shook my head.
"Don't do this to yourself. You'll never be able to erase it from your memory." I told her.
"Please don't."
"Show me." She grabbed my hands and looked in my eyes. This time, I was the one crying. I touched my forehead to hers and showed her what she wanted to see. I showed her all of the things that I don't want to relive. I dropped her hands and wrapped my arms around myself, trying to hold it together.
"You know, I used to try and imagine what you were like. I couldn't remember what you looked like or how you were. When things got bad I used to think about Grams and Dad. I gave you what you asked for. I don't blame you for what happened. You couldn't have known. I love you. I always will. You're mother and neither of us can change that. I'm going to go now, it was nice seeing you." I gave her a quick hug and I left the house. I said a quick t goodbye to Jamie as I got in the car.
"How'd it go?" Stefan asked.
"Just drive." I told him.
"You're really going, aren't you?" Stefan asked. I nodded.
"I have to. I made a deal with Klaus. I think we all know what happens when you back out of a deal with him."
"You're strong, Witchy. You'll get through this. You're a badass, like me." Damon added. I chuckled. I feel safe. I'm lying sandwiched between them.
"It'd be nice if we could stay this way forever." I whispered. Stefan kissed my forehead.
"Bad call, Judgy. Have you ever been around Stefan after weeks of not showering?" Damon asked. Stefan kicked him. I laughed. I got up and kissed Damon. I tried to pull away but he held me to him.
Damon deepened the kiss. I moaned when I felt his tongue toy with mine. I moved my body closer to his. Stefan moved to my back and started sucking on my neck. I closed my eyes and concentrated on feeling them on my body. These are good memories. I'm not going to concentrate on all of the bad ones I have. Stefan's hands disappeared underneath my shirt. They moved me onto my back and we started shedding our clothes. I was down to my bra and panties. Damon kept his pants on and Stefan was down to his boxer-briefs.
It feels like they are worshiping my body. It feels amazing. Goddess, I'm turned on. I've never felt this aroused before. It scares me. No one has ever made me feel like this. Stefan discarded my bra and slipped his hand between my legs. He started massaging me. My body shook. I took a deep breath. He won't hurt me. Damon moved my face to his. I looked into his eyes, really looked.
"I love you." Damon whispered. I nodded.
"I love you, too." I didn't know they could keep me so at ease with this. Stefan slipped a finger inside of me. I gasped. "Fuck."
He started moving it inside me. It was impossible to stay quiet. Damon moved this thumb on top of my sensitive nub and started making slow circles. I clamped my eyes shut.
"Don't shut this out. Remember this, Bonnie." Damon breathed. It was so hard to keep my eyes focused on them. My entire body was slowly reaching orgasmic shock. I was clinging to both of them. This is so new. My back arched and I screamed. They didn't let up or let me ride out of my high. They just intensified it. We went at it for hours. We explored each other's bodies but we never took it all the way.
The morning came too soon. I stayed in their arms for as long as I could. We got up to shower and I got dressed, dreading the sunrise. I grabbed my bags and took them downstairs.
"Be strong, Judgy. You've got this. No matter what happens, I've always got your back. Do you hear me? No matter where you are, I will find you. I promise." Damon whispered. His eyes look wet. I nodded. He kissed me with everything that he had. I gave as much back. "I love you."
"I love you."
"Baby bro wants to say goodbye, but before you go, take this. This is a satellite cell phone. The charger's already in your bag. Everyone's numbers is in it. It'll work wherever you go. I can't trace it. They have no reason to take it away from you. Okay? Don't… Get yourself killed." He gave me a tight squeeze and went outside.
"Bonnie, I will always care for you. Always. You made me feel like I was worth something again. You're an amazing woman. It's going to be hell without you. Be safe. I don't know what I'd do if something happened to you. I love you." He pulled me to him. I tried not to cry. A few stray tears slipped out and fell on his shirt.
"I love you, too. Remember that, okay?"
"Always," he opened the door for me.
"Take care of each other, okay?" I asked. They both nodded. Klaus and Elijah pulled up.
"Morning Love, it's time." Klaus got out of the car and put my things in the trunk. He kissed my hand and winked and the brothers.
I said a quick goodbye to Zach and Lexi. I said goodbye to Grams last night. I filled her in on seeing Abby and everything that going down. That was the hardest goodbye yet.
I got into the car and refused to look back as we drove away.
"Get ready love, we're just getting started."
~*.*~
'Young hunks, takin' shots,
Strippin' down to dirty socks.
Music up, getting' hot,
Kiss me – give me all you've got.
It's pretty obvious that you've got a crush.
(You know.)
That magic in your pants, it's makin' me blush.
(Fo' sho.)
Looking for some trouble tonight,
Take my hand – I'll show you the wild side.
Like it's the last night of our lives,
We'll keep dancing 'til we die.
I hear your heart beat to the beat of my drums.
Oh, what a shame that you came here with someone.
So, while you're here in my arms,
Let's make the most of tonight like we're gonna die young.'
~*.*~
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