A/N: Hello everyone. I hope you are doing well. Thanks Kiwi-Slurp-Slurp for following this fic. Thank you everyone who has read so far and giving me support.

Catalina opened her eyes slowly immediately sensing that something was off. Her mouth felt dry and she suspected that she didn't fall asleep naturally. She shut her eyes again as the naturally evening light bothered her sensitive eyes. "You're finally awake," Vlad's voice said softly as if suspecting that the halfa had a headache.

"Yup," Catalina moaned softly, "remind me not to drink something that I didn't pour. Could be pretty dangerous." She opened her eyes to glare at the billionaire. He seemed a bit dishevel as if he hadn't rested in a while. "Are you alright?" she added quickly before the other halfa could respond. "Where's Pariah? I can't stay here," she answered just as quickly sitting upright so fast she was surprised she didn't get whiplash.

Vlad put his hands on her shoulders stopping her from getting to her feet. "I have taken care of it. There isn't any reason for you to fear. Just relax and recuperate," he said softly. Catalina narrowed her eyes searching for any hint of dishonesty, but there was none. She relaxed a little laying back down.

"Is everyone okay?" she asked deducing that if her problem was 'taken care of' that there had to be a confrontation.

The billionaire smirked, "Yes, the altercation was solved without any major injury. The others are in one of the sitting rooms celebrating."

Catalina frowned, "Then why aren't you with them?"

Vlad chuckled a little, "I don't think my presence would be welcomed."

Catalina pushed herself back up turning to get off the bed before the other halfa could stop her. She put both hands around his arms tugging him to a standing position. "I think you're a part of the reason that they are celebrating their victory. So why don't we just join them," she said softly as she got the two of them to their feet or rather Vlad stood up. She looked up at him smiling trying to look encouraging.

He sighed slightly, "If you really want to see them, then we can go." Catalina nodded to herself as he guided the two through the castle.

He opened the door to the room slowly revealing the three teens and the ghost huntress sitting talking to themselves. "I thought you said this is a party, Vlad," Catalina said with fake disappointment. The female halfa waved as the focus of the group became her. She could see the various reactions from the group. The teens looked various levels of relief that she was alright and Maddie couldn't quite make eye contact.

"What, you were throwing a party, Cheesehead? I think you need some pointers," Danny said smartly. Catalina chuckled as Vlad rolled his eyes with an exasperated sigh.

The two took the empty loveseat. Catalina plopped a little less than gracefully sighing in relief as her lack of energy became apparent. Vlad gave her a concerned look which was reflected in the faces of the others. She gave them a reassuring smile. "Wolfgang should be here with the refreshments soon. After all what is a party without food," Vlad stated.

Catalina could feel a pair of eyes on her and turned to Maddie who looked away guiltily. She sighed to herself' there are a lot of bad blood between them, but perhaps with time they could begin to repair that. She leaned toward Vlad feeling tired once again much to her disappointment. Vlad didn't seem to mind and pulled her closer. She shut her eyes slowly seeing no harm in resting them for a moment.

DP~DP~DP

Vlad wasn't really surprised that the woman feel asleep once again. He might have put too much sedative in her drink after all. She was so peaceful leaning against him. The others looked concern, but he gave them reassuring words. He remained with them talking and actually partially enjoying their company.

Maddie eventually had stated that it was late and retired for the night. The teens left soon after. Vlad looked at his shoulder that still braced a sleeping halfa. He tried to pick up as gently as he could to not wake her. He lifted her off the couch easily and held her close to his chest.

Her eyes fluttered open sleepily as she gave him a small smile. "Sorry, you're party was very fun," she said softly.

"You fell asleep. I don't think that is an indication of a good time," Vlad responded. She looked a little embarrassed and guilty. "Don't fret. You can make it up to me."

"How so?" Catalina asked tilting her head slightly.

Vlad smirked, but he didn't know how to continue with his next statement. "Accompany me to a movie premiere," he responded remembering an invitation that he received the other day.

The woman's brown eyes looked straight through him. "Are you asking me out?" she asked her face confused. Vlad nearly dropped her at her question. Was he? His fluster wasn't missed as the woman giggled. "Of course, I would accompany you. Whether it is a date or not," she said with a wink.

Vlad felt the tension in his body loosen in relief. He released a breath he didn't realize he was holding. He looked down at a pair of warm brown eyes and was certain that he could finally let go of the past.

A/N: Ugh, the worst ending ever, but I am feeling really uninspired. So thanks everyone for reading this fic even though it wasn't the best.