A Deeper Reason for the Betrayal

By TriGemini

Disclaimer: Don't own the Vampire Diaries, or its characters. L.J. Smith does.

Author's Note: After seeing "History Repeating," this came to me.

Emily's point of view

I had a good reason, as to why I could not let Damon have the amulet, which my precious Bonnie had, come to possess. I had not wished to break the pact that I had made with Damon; seeing as how, he had kept his end of it—for he had protected my family for many generations as my only condition to keep Katherine safe, until it was time to resurrect her.

All the same, I did not keep to my word and now I greatly fear there will be repercussions for my actions. After all, Damon had kept his promise to me—his promise to look after my family and keep them from harm.

Then again, the Salvatore family had always been known to help others—for their name meaning, 'savior.' However, Damon was the one I chose to save my family; to one day save her—my precious Bonnie. Because, I know that one day Bonnie will be able to save Damon, as well.

Of course, neither of them knows it; but their fate has been tied together, since the day I had made the deal with the Devil himself.

As to why I went back on my word—that is a secret I took to the grave with me. A secret which I even kept from own family, which only proves how dangerous and deadly it is; especially, should the Salvatore brothers learn of it. For Stefan and Damon could never learn the truth of this secret.

My reasons were not only of what would befall the citizens of Mystic Falls should the vampires be released from their imprisonment. However it was one vampire in particular that I fear would truly attempt to seek vengeance against the last of my family; which would mean he would be after Bonnie. And I know firsthand how defenseless my precious Bonnie is, being new to the craft—therefore, she is not ready for a confrontation with someone so powerful yet.

I also know that deep-down that Katherine would understand my predicament; seeing as how, she would never allow for harm to come to my family. However, Katherine is also another reason as to why I revoked my deal with Damon. All of our pasts entwine with the present and future; therefore, nothing goes untouched.

There were many reasons for this betrayal—yet I fear that Damon will punish my descendant for my misdeeds; never understanding that I am attempting to protect him, his brother, Bonnie, Katherine, and all those who are around them. Even though, it is quite obvious to me that Damon will not give-up his quest to free Katherine; therefore, doing what he must in order to do so.

Author's Note: Was it good or bad? Please tell me and be honest. Also, got questions please ask; especially, if you want a sequel that explains everything.