Return and Remember

Journal, Confessions, and a Plan

"Exactly, and we know what you may be planning with Rebekah." Kol added.

"We are just concerned about Rebekah's safety." Elijah stated. "But, Klaus is correct, if you hurt our sister, we will rip your heart out, and make you wish you were never born."

"Do you understand, Matthew?" Finn asked, finally.

"I understand." He replied nervously. "But you have nothing to worry about, I like Rebekah. I like her a lot, and I would never dream of hurting her." He continued with his confidence up.

That seemed to sway the brothers, because they let him go. Matt could not run out of that room fast enough. We laughed so hard as he ran straight for Rebekah's room, and I listened as Rebekah laughed at her brother's antics, and promised Matt that they were just being her brothers.

Caroline laughed again. She looked out the far window, and noticed Elijah and Elena walking through the gardens. She smiled at the sight, of Elena reaching for Elijah's hand and grasping it firmly as she leaned over to smell a rose. Caroline knew that Elena could never act this free with Stefan or Damon, and she was glad that her friend found someone she could relate to in that way.

Caroline picked up her pen, and found a blank page and began to right.

Dear Journal,

Well its day 64 and we haven't killed each other yet. Elena and Elijah are outside in the gardens. Bonnie extended the boundary yesterday to the end of the gardens, much to the joy of the others. Not to say the whole family isn't wonderful, but there are moments were I wanted to ring their necks, especially Kol. It was no wonder he stayed daggered for so long.

I'm tempted to ask Nik about that girl. Her name was mentioned yesterday; at least I believe it was her name because of the way Kol reacted. Finn asked about her and Kol stood up to attack. Bonnie touched him, and he calmed down immediately, but left the room, followed by Bonnie. I guess I could ask her, but I'd rather ask Nik.

Also, they finally burned the white oak stakes, except for one. Nik kept it, and hid it somewhere. He hasn't told me where and frankly I don't care. He's only doing it for protection, and I completely understand

You know, we still haven't done anything, yet. I'm shocked I am able to wait this long. With Tyler and Matt, I had already before one month, but with Nik nothing. I shouldn't complain, because I do want it to be special, but I'm feeling like I'm going to pop.

This is insane! I love him, journal. I love him more and more every day. He has these little moments that just make me stop and smile. Like the other day, I opened the door to find my mom standing there. Nik had called her, because I had mentioned that I missed her. Yes I did thank him, with a gigantic kiss.

Anyway, mom stayed for a few hours, and promised to come by next week. I can't wait to see her.

Oh by the way, Matt has moved in. He and Rebekah have finally admitted they care deeply for each other. It's not to the love bit yet, but it's a start. I'm very happy for them.

Caroline continued writing as Klaus entered the room. He smiled at her concentrating on her words. He came up to her and leaned down on the arm of the couch. Caroline felt his breath on the nape of her neck and she closed her journal.

"Oh, come on, love, it was getting interesting." Klaus teased.

Caroline leaned her head back and smiled. She knew he would never read her journal; he respected her privacy too much.

"Very funny, Nik" Caroline replied.

She began calling him Nik two weeks ago. She told him it was because she felt they were at that stage. He complied, as always when it came with her.

"What did you need?" She asked, already knowing the answer.

"To see you" He answered, and smiled as Caroline blushed. He loved making her blush.

She leaned forward and gently kissed him on the lips.

"Was it worth it?" She whispered.

Klaus nodded. "Very much" He gently placed his hand on her face and caressed her cheek. Caroline sighed at the contact.

She opened her eyes and gazed into his. She saw what she had been seeing for the past two months, tenderness, compassion, but something else lingered behind his eyes. She shuddered to think what those eyes held.

She smiled as she raised her hand to his scruffy face, and gently caressed his face. She loved his scruffy look.

"I love you, Niklaus Mikaelson." She whispered for the first time.

He was stunned. He had never had anyone tell him that before, except for family. He felt tears breaking the barriers of his eyes.

Caroline wiped those tears away and smiled. She knew why he was crying.

He leaned forward and captured her mouth with his. He kissed her desperately and hungrily. She moaned at the contact. He pulled back and gazed into her sparkling eyes.

"I love you, Caroline Forbes." He stated, tearfully.

She laughed, joyously, and wrapped her arms around his neck. She held him as he pulled her up. Standing, they held onto each other, basking in the love they just discovered.

~In the Woods~

"You have done well these past few months, Tyler." Esther replied, proudly.

Tyler smiled in satisfaction.

"Now it is time to complete the plan."

Tyler smiled again.

"You need to capture your ex-girlfriend, and bring her here."

"Why?" Tyler asked, absently without feeling.

"Once you have her, can you get to Niklaus."

Tyler smiled, evilly.

"I'll bring her to you in two days. Rumor has it that the Mikaelsons have put a barrier around their house, where no one can get in unless they are allowed. I'll need time to gain access."

Esther smiled, but shook her head. "All you have to do is get to her mother. She is the weak link."

Tyler smiled. "Excellent, make it one day, then, and I'll have her."