I'll survive. Somehow, I always do.

I'm Elena Gilbert, 19, attending college. Mystic Falls will forever be my home. "It's about time that I accept the person I am now and figure out a way... to start living with the rest of my life."

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Caged Animal || Open

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  A mess of wild, dark hair came strolling over to him. Elena Gilbert, who happened to hate him. In every single way possible. Although, yes he had done things to her, and her family; he did not mind her company. Nothing but sadness overwhelmed him. Not even Rebekah had come to visit, or say hello to him. Which wasn’t exactly something Klaus expected. 

A small tinge of sadness coursed through his undead veins. The block of plastic in his hand was doing nothing. Swiftly he threw it to the ground, and crushing it with his boot. “Elena,” he said in a smooth tone “We may have a problem…” The vampire’s crystal blue eyes glanced around. The sounds were different now, no cars, not as loud, and the sound of horses could be heard everywhere.

"Maybe it’s best if we explore if not anything else. I have a very bad feeling about this." Even the Original could not fathom what was happening. It was almost a bad reality check; that he once lived during these times. If he could feel anything it would be a sinking feeling, a sinking heart, slowly making it’s way to his stomach. Beating against it as fast as it could.

"Shall we," pushing out his arm, he decided it best to be nice, after all they were stuck together.

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"Elena.." The way her name rolled off his tongue sent shivers down her spine, and not in a particularly good way, either. She halted her walking, pausing in her spot as she waited for his next words. She was unsure of whether to turn around, or not. "We may have a problem..." Her brows pulled together in a furrowing manner, unsure of where this 'problem' was going to go. But the confident Elena struck through, and she turned on her heels to face him, ready to confront it head on.

It was then that she realised the noises... the click-clack sounds of horse shoes in the distance... as she glanced around, she tried to focus on any familiar noises of cars, of the town in the distance — but strangely enough, there was nothing. Her eyes met with Klaus' own blue hues, eyes she was far too familiar with for her own good. But she knew he was right, and as she glanced down at her phone again... she couldn't fight off the hounding feeling that something was definitely wrong. 

And when he offered to explore, she knew it was her only option, though she had had a momentary wariness of his sudden warmth and friendliness towards her. Her eyes fell to the door of the Boarding House, wondering if Damon would be okay without her for a little while. But she knew he would search for her if she didn't let him know.. she made a mental note to text him soon. As her eyes met Klaus once more, "shall we?" she reached over and took his extended arm without hesitation. "Let's go, now, before they notice I'm gone." Nice Klaus was never without other intentions, that she knew. But she couldn't risk not knowing; she couldn't shake off the pressing curiousity within. This was the only way. 

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Home || Damon & Elena

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He felt her kiss his cheek, and he felt a wave of happiness hit him.Jeremy seemed to be comfortable around Damon, not something he would expect from the younger brother. Either way, Jeremy and Damon did their own thing over the summer, Damon protecting him of course. He saw that Elena was scanning the crowd, he saw Jeremy yesturday and figured the Gilbert was off somewhere else. Damon wasn’t interested in getting to know the other guest, but it wasn’t like he had a choice, being that they would also be living in his house. He met Rebekah, Caroline and Katherine so far. He saw the light in her eyes, causing him to smile in return. “I’m sure he’s around or with Bonnie.” he said lightly kissing her lips again. The smirk remained on his features as he heard her comment “This stud loves only one girl.” he chuckled. “It will always be you.” he said feeling himself flush a bit, he never was one to really express his feelings out in the open and he was doing more so with Elena. “I love you too.” he said gazing into her eyes. He loved her more than words can ever express.

He intertwined their hands as he followed her to the bar. “I could think of a few things you deserve.” he said in a playful tone. “But yes, starting with a drink.” even though they kept contact, having her here with him, made him want her by his side at all times.

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As long as Jeremy was okay, Elena was calm. As she led her overly gorgeous boyfriend over to the Salvatore boarding house bar, she kept a smile on her face all the while. Passing by several people she knew, she stopped to greet them, or passed by with a simple 'hi' if she felt the need not to talk to them. Damon's kiss sent shivers down her spine, a feeling she knew and craved all too much. "It will always be you." Her cold, dead heart practically melted with his words as they sunk in. Here Damon was, expressing his deeper feelings to her without hesitation. That made her feel all giddy and warm inside, never being sure of just how much she was in love with him than now. She couldn't resist any further, screw the guests. She leaned over, grabbed him gently and captured his lips with her own in a soft but firm manner. "And this girl.." As they waited on their drinks, she raised a hand to his cheek once more, surely seeing a flush there. "Only loves one stud." Her lips then pulled up into a warm smile, one that seemed as though she were lost in thought. "God, I've missed you.." The words practically fell out in a whisper, as though she'd spoken her mind without realising. 

As Damon intertwined his fingers with hers, she was sure she felt her stomach flipping. Her thumb softly grazed the back of his hand in slow motions. With his next words, she was sure she felt a blush creep along her cheeks, warmth suddenly exuding from them. Was it possible? "We'll start slowly.." She trailed off, looking up and giving him a mischievous look.

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Caged Animal || Open

To say that Klaus was angry that he had to live with the Salvatore’s was an understatement. Even now when he had been there days, he seethed. Allowing his cold blood to boil underneath his skin. It felt like his veins would pop out of his skin. A grim look grew across his face, he closed the book he had, allowing the dust to settle. /p>

Feeling slightly caged the hybrid decided it was best to leave. Maybe a small stroll outside would do him good. Rising from his chair - which he imagined was throne - he slipped the book onto the coffee table. A low groan rose from his throat; growing bored brought the animals out of the hybrid. 

Spending things up Klaus walked briskly out into the hall. The house was oddly quiet, an off thing for such a filled home, but nothing that he concerned himself with. All the King - as he believed he was - thought about was himself. Others in the boarding house always tested his patience. Finally making his way outside he noticed a change. Something familiar, yet he could not pinpoint exactly what it was. Closing the door behind him, he peered around, a wondrous look on his face. 

Soon realization flooded over him. Pulling out his cellphone he checked for service. Big block letters revealed 'No Service' across the screen. A large red X hovered over the bars that usually showed he had service. 

"What the bloody hell," he said, a gruff tone to his voice. 

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The party was a raging success, in terms of the amount of people who had arrived. To say the atmosphere was awkward would be an understatement. Numerous guests in that room were on edge with each other due to past events. Coming back from College, where Elena had had a break, away from all the distress and tension, and entering a small, gathered area filled with it, it was safe to say it was far too overwhelming for her. And with that, she pulled away from a group of people and decided to head outside for some fresh air, if only for a moment's composure. 

Her time outside though, did not offer her composure nor peace for long, as she saw a figure up ahead, frustrated with his cell phone? Only to realise it was Klaus. She halted, her heart would've, too, had it been beating. She was stuck in a time of indecision. To go forth and find a quiet spot to have alone time, to greet him, or to turn back inside. Inside was not an option, he would hear her. Elena took a few steps in his general direction, heading for the garden where the stone bench lay. It was then that Klaus' gaze darted towards her with a quick twist of his head. She half smiled and nodded at him. "Klaus." 

As she walked she grabbed her phone out of her pocket in aim of distracting herself from him. No service?! "What the..?" She shook her phone, then tapped it hard against her hand. Nothing. That was strange. She glanced over to see Klaus having trouble with his phone, too. Were the phone lines down? "It was working before I got here, I don't understand.." She wasn't sure if she was talking to herself or Klaus, but she went with it anyway.    

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The atmosphere between only seemed to be intensifying with each moment that passed. Undeniable chemistry was one way of describing Damon and Elena. “Most definitely.” he said in response to her. Elena just brought out things in Damon, that he wouldn’t show to anyone else. He’s never felt something as strong as passionate as what he felt with Elena. Not even Katherine could compare, because they were entirely different from one another. The glint in her eye he knew well, she was teasing him and as much as he’d love to give in, they weren’t alone. Damon than gave her a mischievous smile, one that would indicate that he would have his way with her later. The brunette turned her head to probably look for Caroline, at any chance she would come and take Elena, wasting no time to keep her away from Damon. “Nothing we can’t make up in our private time.” he said wiggling his eyebrows, giving her the classic Damon smirk.

"Your brother surprisingly has been tolerable." he chuckled, Jeremy actually has been pretty good over the summer. "As for me, you know, being an eternal stud, having a party or two." he said jokingly.

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Elena, out of pure instinct, leaned up and kissed his cheek softly. She suddenly felt like being affectionate in copious amounts, probably from having missed Damon so. She caught his gaze as her lips formed a smirk, having seen that look on his face one too many times, knowing they would have their private time later. But for now, the party. Socialising. Being sociable. And yet, all she wanted to do was be with Damon. She scanned the room some more in search of her brother, locating him always been some sort of struggle. He was either not there, or cowering away in a corner away from the public eye, or doing his own thing out of sight. "Your brother has been surprisingly tolerable.." the words replayed in her mind as a sudden wave of happiness coursed through her. She was happy to know her brother was behaving, and that Damon could handle living with him. "I'm glad. Where is he, by the way?" She adored the way Damon and Jeremy had a kind of bond, and always had, despite everything. She knew that Damon cared for her, and for her brother… all the feelings accumulating — the Salvatore boarding house feeling more like home than ever. She smiled softly up at Damon. "Well, as long as the eternal stud doesn't share his love with anyone else but his girlfriend." She teased as she touched his cheek, staring into his eyes for a moment or two, a whisper escaping her lips. "I love you." 

She felt the need to grab a drink; and so she headed toward the infamous Salvatore bar, grabbing Damon's hand and leading him with her in the process. She glanced cheekily up at him, "I think I deserve a drink after that drive." 

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Home || Damon & Elena

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Elena. The sound of her name or even the thought of her, it consumed him. A girl who he had only met a few years ago, changed the world around him. She was his life. There was nothing else that he lived for, than to be with her. The very essence of her being, her eyes, lips, facial structure, all the components that made her who she is, was indescribable. Elena awakened things he thought was long gone, she ignited a love that was everlasting, a love that he knew would be forever. Not only was her heart pure and genuine,she loved him. In his entire life as a vampire, that was the one piece that Damon needed, to be loved, to feel whole. He spent centuries chasing someone who would never think of him as anything but a liability, a weakness. The women before him proved that love was worth fighting for, worth risks, Elena made him see that it was okay to give his heart to someone and he only wanted to give his heart to her alone. All it took was one look, a smile, a touch and his heart would soar. She gently placed her hand on his cheek, and his eyes stayed on hers. “hmm you do now?” he said with a smirk. If it weren’t for the room full of people, Damon surely would have his way with her right now. She kissed him again and he made each second count, taking her lips and passionately expressing how she made him feel. Their lips lingered against one another, one of their many moments between them.

Keeping his hands at her waist, he rubbed her back, letting a smile grace his handsome features, as he couldn’t keep his eyes away from her. “It’s much better now that you’re here.” he chuckled. He ran into several people he didn’t know and a few familiar faces. “Though I’m going to take in each moment with you before blondie over there.” he said pointing to Caroline “Decides to whisk you away.”

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It took everything in her power to keep herself composed, normal. With the way she felt right now, they would've been doing otherwise within a few minutes. But a composed self was in order, being in the centre of a room full of guests, many with extremely sensitive hearing. The love she felt for the man that embraced her right now was incomparable to anything. Their love was breathtaking, whole, true, real… as she pulled back, she took a moment to study his gorgeous facial features, his strong jawline, his mesmerising blue hues, his smile.. the smile she noticed that he only reserved for her. This love was passionate.. sure, she'd thought about it before. Stefan. She tried not to think about comparisons, but one thing was for sure.. her love for Damon ignited a fire between them, a connection so strong, she felt as though nothing could ever break it. Even in a moment like this, in public, she felt passion. "Is that so?" Biting her lower lip, she looked up into his eyes with her own doe ones, a flirtatious look present on her features. She liked to tease him a little, knowing he would struggle not taking her away right this minute. And yet, he distracted her with the knowledge that her best friend could whisk her away any moment. Elena's head turned to find a blonde head of hair chatting away, but glancing over at her every so often. She smiled to herself and shook her head, before turning back to Damon as she wound an arm around his waist, leaning into him. "We've still got a little more time." There was nothing wrong with enjoying some time with her boyfriend.. who she hadn't seen in what felt like forever. 

Smiling up at him, she asked, "How've things been? How's Jeremy?" Now that was a constant worry on her mind, one she needed to ease. 

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Home || Damon & Elena

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The way in which his name escaped her soft succulent lips, made his whole body ignite, the small shiver running up his back. All it took was the sound of her voice alone to completely entrance him. She was mesmerizing, the way her long chocolate hair cascaded down her shoulder, the eyes that forever could see right through his soul. Her delicate features that he’s engraved in his memory until he saw her again. Nothing could ruin this moment because it was just him and her, Damon and Elena. The second her skin made contact with his, left him breathless “Elena..” he whispered, his hypnotic blue hues piercing her doe eyes.He was taking everything in, her scent, the close proximity between them, the feeling of just being completely whole. He gazed down at her lips, and at last her lips found his, and his arms wrapped around her petite frame, pulling her closer to him. God, did he miss her. This kiss left a burning sensation upon his lips, how he’s longed to have her in his arms, to touch and feel her against him. He didn’t even take note that they were in the middle of his living room, with friends and strangers. Damon’s mind was only focused on one particular person and she was here with him.

The warmth that radiated off her body, coming down from his high that was Elena, she pulled away, leaving him wanting more contact with her. Their eyes locked with one another and he smiled. “Hello to you too.” he chuckled, keeping his arms around her in a protective manner. This certainly made up for time lost. He loved the feeling he was receiving from her, the way she played with his hair “You have no idea how much I missed you.” he whispered back. The woman that he loves was back, nothing could make him happier.

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Intoxicating. Damon Salvatore was intoxicating. In the way he moved, in his voice, his beautiful blue eyes… Elena had felt mesmerised by him the moment they'd first locked eyes. She'd known even then that he was intriguing; everything about him having an effect on her. His sweet talk, his sarcasm, the glimmer of kindness he showed here and there that he thought went unnoticed. They were all aspects of Damon that lured her in, that allowed her to fall so deeply in love with him — a feeling that was so prominent and so strong, being away from him was difficult.. but somehow, their love only grew every time they saw each other. Just like now, when she was in his arms in a room full of guests, and she didn't mind whatsoever. The way he embraced her, the way he made her feel as though she were his, she felt protected, safe.. loved. As he hand trailed down his neck, forth to cup his face gently in her small hand, her smile only grew. "I think I have a little bit of an idea.." She smiled as she captured his lips with her own once more, giving in to the overwhelming temptation to kiss him again and again. This time, though, she allowed her lips to trail and linger against him.. time suddenly slowing as the relished this moment. 

As she pulled away, she caressed his cheek lightly before bringing it back down to his chest, her hand subconsciously placed over his heart. "You have no idea how much I missed you, seriously." And as she bit her lower smiling lip, a sense of peace washed over her as she realised everything felt whole again. She was back in his arms, that was all that mattered. And yet, her gaze faltered as she took a quick sweep of the room with her eyes, before glancing back up at him once more. "How's the party going, handsome?"

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It has been awhile, Damon and Elena had kept in touch while she was off to college. He kept a close eye on her brother, ever since he came back, Damon couldn’t risk losing him. Some may see that watching over Jeremy wasn’t his responsibility, but over time Damon had gotten close with Jeremy, he cared about him. With all the talk of people coming to the boarding house, he was most anxious to see.. Elena. He smiled just thinking about her. Throughout the day his mind would constantly go back to her, and whenever they would talk on the phone or text, his heart was at ease to know she was safe. His main focus was her, everyone else that he would meet, it didn’t matter. Years ago, he wouldn’t have believed that he would become a reformed psychopathic killer, but Elena had changed him, into someone better.

Damon heard the sound of the knob turn and just like that, an all too familiar scent had filled his senses. He closed his eyes for a moment, taking it in. Elena. If his heart could beat out of his chest, it would have. He automatically sped over to where he could see her, he scanned the crowded room, until his blue hues found the brunette. She was greeting everyone and he stepped forward “Hey yourself beautiful.” he smiled.

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She could almost hear him before she saw him... recognising the sound of the way he moved; her senses were on high alert, and the moment she laid eyes on his alluring blue eyes, she felt her stomach flip — if it were even possible. Almost instantly, the corners of her mouth surrendered to a strong urge to smile, pulling up into a a wide grin. If it were possible, her heart would've skipped a beat, and continued forth to race like crazy, Damon having such an unyielding effect on her. "Damon.." the name fell from her lips so effortlessly, she liked the way it rolled off her tongue. He was a sight to see, what with his hair pushed back, wearing distinctive leather jacket; a sight that took her breath away. Everyone else in the room melted away as he approached her, her world merely becoming Damon and Elena. She closed the distance between them with a step or two; her hands took to his neck as she pulled his face down in order to capture the lips she had longed to kiss for some time now. Damon's scent intoxicated her then; his lips tasted of recent scotch — typical. She didn't care about who was watching, she didn't care about what they thought... nobody mattered. She'd missed her boyfriend, and there was no stopping them now.

The influx of noises, sounds, smells, and people, flooded her world as she pulled away, slowly. She opened her eyes only to lock with his own, the next few words fell out almost like a whisper. "I missed you.." Her fingers played with the hair on the back of his head, nearing the nape of his neck. This feeling, the feeling of being in his arms, nothing could compare. 

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✖ ELENA GILBERT ⇒ VAMPIRE ⇒ NINA DOBREV ⇒ UNAVAILABLE

Having lived a childhood of pain, loss and tragedy, Elena Gilbert initially grew up to be a very quiet and reserved young woman. She spent her free time writing in a private journal, and sticking to a very close knit group of ‘safe’ friends and relatives. But after the Salvatore brothers showed up in Mystic Falls without warning, Elena’s entire life changed for the better and for the worse. Dating Stefan lead her into many dangerous situations, but it also ensured her safety. Becoming friends with Damon shook the pot even further, and it wasn’t long until the shy, quiet girl who was Elena Gilbert disappeared and was replaced with a much braver and more confident version of herself. Eventually, the development lead her right into the conclusion she’d been avoiding but secretly had always known would happen, and Elena was turned into a vampire.  

✖ ELENA? WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT THE ADLETS.

When the Adlets made their first appearances, Elena initially hadn’t seen them as much threat. With vampires as old and wise as the Mikaelsons in her phone book, Elena was certain that very few things could ever be of true harm to everyone as a whole. But when they brutally tore apart three of the classmates Elena had gone to school with within a matter of only days since appearing, she knew that they meant business. So when her boyfriend summoned her to be a part of their annihilation, she quickly obliged. 

✖ ELENA IS A TVD CANON AND IS PLAYED BY: TEE | 20 | GMT+10

⇒ Although Matt Donovan is usually not involved in Elena’s immediate life, major decisions or important activities, he (aside from blood relatives) is the person she cares for most in the world and will always trust or do anything to protect.

⇒ Elena can be incredibly stubborn to the point of petulance, which often causes people to become frustrated with her or call her selfish or snobby. In reality though, she’s just so used to being used and lied to that getting her to trust the plans or promises of other people becomes harder by the year. 

⇒ PREFERRED SHIPS: TO BE ADDED.

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The familiarity of the Salvatore household left Elena with the feeling of home. College had allowed her to seek new experiences and new adventures, and undeniably new surroundings.. but the return to a place so familiar, her heart truly felt at ease, at home. Lightly, her fingertips grazed the black iron handle of the front door, as she slowly gripped it, twisted it, and opened the door to the entrance... just like she had many times before. Her first thought, before entering, fell to Jeremy, whether he was here, and whether he was okay. Her mind than ran to another familiar image, one that had her smiling the moment she woke up, and the moment she fell asleep, and all hours in between... Damon. Her lips then pulled into an excited smile; craving the moment she saw his face for the first time in a while. The third thought fell to the guests of this party — knowing she would be faced with a variety of faces.. some she would want to see, others.. not so much. 

Yet as she made her first step inside, she ignored the strange momentary feeling that had coursed through her body, and without hesitation, made her way into the large, open living area that she had grown so accustomed to so long ago. And yet, upon her entrance she noticed the party already filled with many, and thought it best to greet everyone by general means. "Hey..." 

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