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Mystic Falls, 2013

DS*DS*DS

Damon felt cold hard surface of the bar under his face. Pounding in his head felt as if horde of wild horses was traipsing inside, it reminded him that last night he drunk way too much. Not what anyone could fault him for that. He just broke up with his girlfriend Elena after everything they went through to be together. But he had to let her go, because Elena was so much better than he was or ever be and deserved someone not as tainted as him.

Only thinking about it made him reach behind the bar for another bottle.

"I think it's too early to start drinking." Annoyingly perky voice reverberated in empty room.

In his cloudy mind Damon felt like he knew that voice, but couldn't put it to person. So he said first thing to come to his mind.

"Caroline I'm really not in the mood to listen you gloat at me. Go away." His angry snarl was greeted with soft chuckle. It didn't help with vampire's short temper.

"Well I don't know who this Caroline is, but I assure I'm not her. Well once, very long time ago, I went by this name. I think it was twenty's? No, it was another twenty's, eighteen twenty. I think I never told you about my life as Caroline Jefferson, did I?"

During her babbling tirade Damon raised his head and opened his eyes. But it didn't help him identify person standing in the doorway to Mystic Grill. Sun coming through open door blinded him for a moment and made figure appear to be glowing. Blinking franticly he couldn't believe sight before him. Maybe he was hallucinating.

In the doorway stood stunning woman. She was dressed in bright orange knee length dress with triangle cutout just below her collarbone and yellow open toe pumps. Her hair cascaded in soft golden waves down her back. Deep blue eyes burned with so familiar passion for life. Her face was void of make-up except her lips. Which were colored hot pink and they were curled into a smile.

"Felicity?" This time Damon let out only a whisper. His eyes still bulging out, not trusting what in front of him.

FS*FS*FS

Felicity Smoak, or at least that's how she goes by now, was driving her beloved red mini cooper through small sleepy town. But as it happens quite often appearances can be deceiving. From the first glance Mystic Falls looked like your usual picture perfect little town, but at the closer examination you can see darker, shadier side of it - mysterious animal attacks, missing people, unsolved murders. Looking through the window she observed the changes the land endured over thousand years.

This was the place where her family came to create a new life for themselves. They had no idea how true it was. This was the place where they life and they themselves changed forever. Which they spend in torment with only memories about the person they were before becoming the world's most dangerous predators – vampires.

Before coming to America Felicity's family was living content life. But then circumstances forced them to pack their things and flee their home. With big hopes for the future they traveled to land of promises. But their hopes were shattered and family members betrayed one another, and their dreams crumbled to pieces. But there one thing this place sure didn't bring any of them - happiness. Maybe this place is cursed.

Felicity promised herself to never return here, but look at her now. What one wouldn't do for their family?

Suddenly her eye got caught on something familiar. Light blue 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS convertible. Now this image made her remember good times and smile tugged at corners of her lips. Felicity's eyes traveled the length of the car then she noticed small double heart charm on the thin silver chain.

Hitting hard on the brakes, she turned around and parked her mini next to Camaro. Once she got out of her car she gingerly walked toward convertible gently running her hand over bonnet. It hit what exactly it means. Glancing around, she saw Mystic Grill. That must be local hangout and bar. Well it's just the place where he could be found. After all, first time they met it happened in the bar.

Felicity tried the door knob, but doors were locked. Using her strength, she broke the lock and entered the bar.

Inside of Mystic Grill had rustic vibe. Across the room were scattered tables for two-four people. Farthest wall to the left was aligned with cozy looking booths for more privacy. On the right side of the room stood few pool tables, dartboards and other bar games. Across the room from the entrance stood bar, that's where only other person in the bar was.

From the looks of things man at the bar didn't notice her, because he was unconscious. Judging by the number of empty bourbon bottles on the counter, someone had the rough night before.

Most likely the sound she made breaking the lock woke up him up. Once he rose, Felicity saw man's profile. Even though she expected to see him here, she was still surprised. He hasn't noticed her yet, grunting he reached behind the bar for another drink. Not able to restrain herself she announced her presence.

"I think it's too early to start drinking."

Felicity watched the scene before her with amusement as he didn't even raised his head to look at her direction, before calling her someone named Caroline. Letting out the chuckle, she started to correct him, but it quickly becomes one of her famous babbles. The habit she was unable to get rid off for over millennium. Sometime during the chatter Damon looked up from his drink and finally recognized her.

"Felicity?" His voice was full of astonishment. His eyes widened, and looked her up and down trying to comprehend what she's doing here.

"Damon. It's nice to see you." Felicity said sincerely. Just for the second she saw uneasy expression in his eyes. That wasn't so surprising, knowing their departure.

"What are you doing here Lis?" He asked warily.

"Well... I was driving through this lovely town, when I saw your car standing in front. At first I wanted to drive far, far away from here, but I had to see if it was really you." She glanced around, once more surveying her surroundings. "So, Mystic Falls? You came home. Did you found what you were looking for? Or more accurately who."

But she didn't had the chance to hear his answer, because they were interrupted by two guys who walked out from what must be bar's kitchen. They were talking between themselves, and haven't noticed that Damon was already awake and talking with Felicity.

"So what happened last night? Because when I come in this morning Damon was out cold." Blonde one asked brunette.

"Damon dumped Elena." He explained.

"Why?"

"I have no idea." Younger shrugged his shoulders.

"Who spends two years pining after a girl, to dump her?"

"I can hear you, you dumbass." Damon alerted the boys of his presence.

They both were startled to see Damon already awake and talking with impressive looking blonde woman. Felicity sent curious glance Damon's way, so he gestured to the guys behind the bar.

"This one, the brooding type, is Jeremy, and the quarterback with sweet, innocent face right here is Matt." Putting his hand on Felicity's arm he added. "Matt, Jeremy this is Felicity."

"Hi, guys! It's so nice to meet Damon's friends." She waved happily to them.

At last remark Matt snorted, while Jeremy looked weary at the intimate familiar way Damon was touching woman standing beside him.

"I wouldn't call us friends, more like reluctant acquaintances."

"You hurt me, Mattie Boy. Deeply, deeply inside. My diary's pages tonight will be soaked with tears." Vampire said sarcasticly and for that got elbowed in his ribs from Felicity.

"Damon, don't be rude. They both seem like pleasant young men. You better use your talents right and pour me glass of scotch."

Rolling his eyes, for the other guys surprise, Damon moved towards high shelf for one of the better bottles. At that moment his phone, which he left on the counter, started ringing. Felicity picked it up to check the caller ID.

"It's Stefan. Should I answer?"

"No. Decline." Phone owner snapped.

"You sure, it might be important."

"If it's so, he'll call back." Damon said handing her drink.

"Thank you. I remember that you told me about your relationship with your brother, and since he's calling, I guess you patch things up. He's your family." Felicity expressed her opinion to him.

"Lis." Damon's voice gained menacing notes, which made both Matt and Jeremy to straighten and get ready for attack. But Felicity was absolutely unfazed. She just smiled at him.

"You haven't changed." Blonde laughed. "I know it's been awhile since the last time we saw each other. And for the record, it wasn't my fault. But I still now you, honey." Her demeanor changed to serious one. "So do not play games with me. We both know who'd lose. And there is no need for all this 'grrr' stuff. So it'd be appreciated if you stop." Phone in hand started to ring again. "I guess it was important." Pressing answer button she handed it over to Damon, leaving him no choice, but to talk to Stefan.

"Hello, dear brother. How can I be in your service today?" Felicity swatted him again.

With her supernatural hearing she was able to hear other side of conversation.

"Katherine is in the hospital. Doctors say they can't help her anymore, except with managing pain levels."

"And what is m concern with this?"

"I called you to inform that I'm taking her to home. At least she'll be comfortable." Felicity hears compassion in Stefan's voice.

"Whatever." Damon ended the call, not waiting for answer.

Raven haired man turned to the rest and gave them his famous smirk.

"I have good news. Wicked witch is ready to kick the bucket, so pick your stuff and let's go. Hurry up we are late to her send off party."

Felicity raised her eyebrows, not exactly surprised in Damon's attitude, but still she felt that this woman was important for his brother. Suddenly everything clicked in place.

"Wait, Katherine? Katherine Pierce? The dead woman you left me to go look for!? It makes so much sense now."

DS*DS*DS

Last part of the sentence Felicity muttered to herself and only other vampire in the room was capable to pick up. Damon was pensive for the moment, thinking what she meant by that, but he pushed it aside for now to tackle more pressing matters.

He once again pulled out his phone, but this time he dialed one number he hoped he would never have to call. At least this time it's for something satisfying.

"What do you want?" male voice on the other end asked.

"I just thought I would convey you the news. Katherine dying, so it's your last chance to torment her."

Damon never received the response. After long pause person he was talking to hung up.

"It's done, we can go now."