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Chapter One

The night was quiet, the stars shining, glistening against the pure black of the night sky. It wasn't cold, but it was certainly fresh and there seemed to be a feeling of unease in the air. Walking through the high street her heels were the only thing to be heard; her suitcase being wheeled along behind her. Looking around her, there wasn't anyone around. Wasn't New Orleans supposed to be buzzing with excitement? Filled with people from all over the world?

"What the hell" Caroline whispered, her grip tightening around her suitcase as she looked around her. Focusing her eyes in on the dark alleyways, swearing someone was watching her. She sighed, hating herself for her constant paranoia and worry. She was a vampire for goodness sake; nothing was going to hurt her. Turning back around, she stopped dead in her tracks.

"Well, well, well, if it isn't my brother's favourite blonde"

Well if there was one thing that was going to hurt her, she'd found it.

"Rebekah? What are you doing here?" Caroline asked, looking her up and down, her confidence returning now she recognised the familiar face.

"I live here funnily enough. But I was about to ask you the same question".

Rebekah looked stunning tonight, but she looked more agitated than normal. Well, from what Caroline saw of her in Mystic Falls anyway. It was no secret that they never got on with one another. Hated each other in fact.

"Actually, don't bother answering that. I know why" She smirked. "Unfortunately for you, he's not here at the moment. A slight bit of bother you've walked in on" Rebekah explained as she started pacing in front of her. "Now, I would love more than anything to rip your heart out right now, but, I don't want to suffer the wrath of my brothers. So you better follow me".

Frowning, Caroline followed Rebekah. Why is it that whenever she tries to find one original, another one pops up around the corner. Always and forever could be a right pain sometimes.

"Will you hurry up? I do have things to be getting on with you know!" Rebekah called angrily, dashing through the alley ways of New Orleans to an iron gate, buried in the side of a brick archway.

"Well I didn't ask you to look after me you know" Caroline called back, catching up with her, her eyes narrowing at the agitated blonde in front of her.

"Watch it Caroline. I don't have the same fondness of you as my brother has but I definitely have his temper" She growled, her eyes turning blood shot, the veins protruding around her eyes.

"Now, now Rebekah, that is no way to treat our guest" Elijah warned, opening the Iron Gate with speed and blocking the entrance. "Good evening Miss Forbes, what a pleasant surprise" He smiled, adjusting the sleeves of his suit, maintaining his smart image. "Please, follow me"

With one last growl from Rebekah she turned and was gone in a flash. Caroline looked through the gate to where Elijah was waiting. This was definitely not what she was expecting.

"Now, unfortunately my brother Nicklaus is not with us at the moment. We were unaware of your arrival and this isn't exactly the best timing for visits. Nonetheless, I will show you to your room and I ask of you to remain there until it is safe to come out. Do you understand?" Elijah turned to her, his eyes beaming into hers.

Caroline was never one to be controlled, but it seemed she had entered at the completely wrong time. As she followed Elijah up the stairs, she contemplated whether this was the biggest mistake of her life.

"Of course" She whispered, looking at the wooden door in front of her. He nodded, walking back down the stairs and was gone in a flash. It was only now that she noticed the people on the other side of the courtyard, studying her every move. They were vampires. Why was everyone here so sketchy?

Opening the door to her room she walked in, switching on the light and looking around. It was small, but cosy. The French windows opened up to a balcony where you could see the lights of the high street. The high street that was supposedly buzzing with people. The double bed was layered with blankets and there was a small bathroom to the left hand side. Chester drawers and a wardrobe filled the room but it was evident that it wasn't occupied by anyone. But it had one of the best views, why would no one be here?

She pulled out her phone, looking at the new messages.

Have fun Care, stay safe! B xxx

Missing you already Caroline, have lots of fun for me and stay in touch. Elena xxx

Stay strong. Stefan.

Stay strong? What was that supposed to mean? It seemed like Stefan was back to his old, sensible ways. He had, after all, hung around with Klaus in the 1920's, maybe there was something he knew that she didn't?

Slamming her suitcase down on the bed, she unzipped it and laid it out. Unsure of whether or not she should unpack all her clothes. She decided against it, maybe it would be better to leave before Klaus even knew she was here.

I'm coming home tomorrow. This was a huge mistake. C xxx

Caroline sent the text to Elena, knowing that if anyone was going to support her returning home and away from Klaus, then it would be her. Switching off her phone she buried it in her suitcase and pulled out the blood bag, ripping off the top and drinking the whole thing until it was bone dry.

"Well this is fun" She mumbled, looking around, knowing that Elijah practically told her to stay hidden. What exactly was going on here?

Well, if there was one thing that she would be more than happy to do it was sleep. She had been travelling all day and was quite simply, exhausted. She would hide it out in New Orleans tomorrow and then would leave the following evening. She might as well see the town whilst she's on her way out right?

With that thought, she closed her eyes, drifting off into a light sleep.

I know that this chapter was very slow, but it is just the introduction. Review and tell me what you think so far, there will be more drama and definitely more Klaroline to come.