Here's the last and final chapter. I really enjoyed writing it and hope you like as well.

Three months later…Graduation day

Before graduation ceremony:

Typically he was never an early riser, not even when he was human but he was too excited to sleep.

There was much to be done today and he wanted everything to go as plan.

He didn't want to disturb her, she was sleeping so soundly. Damon knew she'd be up soon enough.

He had spent most of the morning out and around the house. As he made his way back in through the dining area, Elena practically ran into him.

"How are things going out there?" She gestured to the backyard.

Damon practically threatened her life if she would even think about taking a peek. He wanted it to be a complete surprise.

He smiled pulling her closer. He nuzzled her neck, pressing kisses down her nape towards her shoulder.

She tilted her head forward giving him better access.

"I've been dying to do that all day," he said, licking the delicate skin just below her ear.

"You could have fooled me."

He nipped the crook of her shoulder playfully. "Feeling neglected?"

"Maybe a little."

"Well, we can't have that."

He slipped his hands under her t-shirt, caressing her breasts. Her nipples were already distended, poking greedily against his palms. He caught them between his thumbs and fore fingers, gently squeezing through the satiny bra.

She moaned, turning in his arms. Her mouth found his and they kissed with all the passion they'd kept restrained for so many hours.

Elena's hands knotted in his hair as Damon kissed down over her neck and chest. His fingers found the button of her jeans, then the zipper.

He kissed her bared stomach just over her panties and her knees trembled like jelly. Lord, she wanted him.

She moaned again, wriggling under his touch. He could smell her arousal and couldn't stop himself from leaning in to breathe deeply.

Pulling down her jeans and panties, he bared her waist down. His mouth watered at the sight of her chocolate curls against her olive thighs.

He spread her legs apart. Her lips parted as if offering him invitation inside. He groaned, his cock pulsating at the sight. Covering her with his mouth, his tongue delving inside her heated folds.

She cried out, clutching the table for support. He seized her hips, holding her steady as he tasted her. Nothing had ever been so delicious.

He licked her nub, quivering under his tongue. He continued massaging her with slow sweeps, each one nudging her closer to release.

Her small little moans grew louder, more frantic. Then he tasted her release. Honey on his tongue. So satisfying.

After the last ripple of her climax, he rose, smiling at her – at what a gorgeous sight she made. Her legs were still spread as she leaned heavily on the tabletop.

He'd like to take her just like that. Hard, up against it.

"Oh Damon!" Elena breathed, trying to regain control of her pleasure-weakened body. "How do you do that?"

"Do what?"

She would have smiled at his innocent tone if she'd had the strength. "How do you have me satisfied before I even have a chance to get you out of one piece of clothing?"

"I'm just good."

"Yes, you are," she agreed heartily.

She pulled him down to her lips by the shirt nipping, and suckling his bottom lip.

She growled, "You, bed now."

He didn't hesitate. "No, don't wanna wait. Want you now."

He walked her backwards heading towards the parlor.

By the time they made the short distance into the room their hunger had escalated into an unrestrained frenzy.

Elena tripped over something. Distracted, she looked down at her feet. She eyed the multitude of shopping bags from different clothing stores. "What's this?"

He muttered a curse word under his breath. "I forgot about those. I was going to surprise you with them later." He reached for them. "Give them to me."

"No," snatching them away. She held the bags over head, acting as if he couldn't reach them. Rather ridiculous given he was several inches taller than her.

"It's only fair," she said.

Finally he nodded, "Okay but only because I know you will argue until you're breathless. And I have better plans for that."

She picked up a bag, digging through the contents, disbelief building more and more as she discovered each article of clothing she'd looked at. She didn't know what to think.

"Damon, you shouldn't have."

"I wanted to," he shrugged as if the purchase wasn't any big deal.

"But I can't accept them."

"You know, the fact you are standing here naked from the waist down, arguing with me, should be rather entertaining, but I'm not amused. In fact, I'm rather annoyed, because I'd much rather be making love to you at this moment. You can take the clothes and you will."

Her frown deepened at his officious tone and at the fact she was actually a little aroused by his bossiness.

"This is too much," she gestured to the clothes. "I don't want you to spend this kind of money on me."

He stared at her for a moment, and then he sighed. "I know you don't. But I wanted to. I want to take care of you. I want to give you things. I knew you'd argued. Besides it's just clothes." He stated firmly.

Guilt curled in her stomach. He wanted to do something nice and she hadn't even said thank you.

"Thank you," she said almost sheepishly. "I love them."

Then he gave her one of his cute little smiles.

He shook his head, forbearance clear in his eyes. "The clothes are not nearly enough for what you've given me."

"What have I given you?"

He looked down for a moment, and then he took a deep breath. Finally he met her eyes again. And simply said, "Peace."

"Now come here," he ordered sternly and crooked his finger. He was sitting on the couch.

She set down the bag and walked into his arms. She really did love it when he was a little domineering. Especially when she knew she was really going to like what he was ordering her to do.

She kissed him gently. "I love the clothes. They are beautiful."

"You will make them more beautiful," he murmured against her hair. Then the hand on her back slid down to cup a cheek of her bottom. "Although it will be hard to beat this look." He smirked and Elena felt it against her neck.

She laughed. "You're finding this amusing, aren't you?"

"No, I'm finding it immensely arousing." He admitted.

She slipped her hands under his shirt and tugged it off and then her hands slid down to the waistband of his jeans. He lifted his hips to help her pull his pants and boxers past his waist and hips. Then she used her foot to pull them the remainder of the way.

He rolled her under him. Again she opened for him, this time cradling him between her legs. An eager invitation for him to enter her.

"Baby, I can't wait," he muttered roughly.

"Me either," she agreed. Her voice husky with need.

He rose up on his arms positioning himself, the head of his cock opening her. Slowly, he eased up into her body, her tight wetness stretching to accept him.

He leaned down and nipped her full bottom lip. He pushed another inch, another contraction of moist heat all around him, then a bit more of himself, then more taut, stroking heat.

"Damn," he muttered. "You feel so good, so tight and so hot."

She groaned arching against him, taking him deeper into her. She rose again, and he was buried in her heat to the hilt. Filling her, liquefying her.

Elena groaned again in sheer pleasure and wrapped her body around his, enjoying the feel of his body pressed against hers and the thickness of him deep inside.

As his lips claimed her, he began to move, gently at first but quickly becoming faster, until it was all heat and desperate need.

Elena moaned louder, holding on to him, wanting it faster and harder. Suddenly, everything was unraveling, and there was only waves of glorious sensation that went on and on.

He came with her, and his seed poured into her, his teeth grazed her neck and broke through the flesh. Another orgasm hit, the intensity of it stealing her breath, the power of it rolling on and on.

When the shudders finally eased, she rested her forehead against his and blew out a much needed breath. "That was fantastic."

"That's one way of describing it." His voice amused. "Although, I'm already regretting what I'm about to say, it's simply for the best." If he had his way, he'd fuck her all day and through the night.

Slightly put off, she shifted underneath him to get a better view of his face. She didn't say anything just waited.

"It's nothing like that, kitten." He said. "You have to leave and go get ready for your graduation."

Elena exhaled, not realizing she was holding her breathe.

Ceremony:

The commencement ceremony went rather quickly. As Elena walked across the stage to accept her diploma, she looked into the crowd. Jenna, Jeremy and Alaric were sitting together with wide smiles. Jenna's eyes shone with pride. It felt great seeing her family.

But when she laid eyes on the most beautiful man on the planet donning a smile that reached his eyes – her favorite smile, it made her stomach do cartwheels. She met his gaze and Elena mouthed those three glorious words and eight beautiful letters to him. He gave her a wink, his basic way of saying the same.

As the principal announced the graduating class of 2011 everyone shouted and threw their caps in the air.

Bonnie, Caroline and Elena hugged each other while squealing, "We did it! It's finally over."

"You're so lucky, Elena." Caroline said.

"What do you mean?

"Duh. It's not everyday a girl's boyfriend, a rich one at that, throws a huge party in her honor."

"Yeah Elena, even I'm impressed." Bonnie said.

Elena blushed at her friends' compliments. "It's kind of nice, huh?"

"Nice?" Caroline asked. "Try freaking amazing. Tomorrow, you're flying to one of the most romantic places in the world. I'm totally jealous."

Elena couldn't hold back the giggle that was building. She was extremely excited.

"Promise you'll send us updates." Caroline asked, strongly. Bonnie nodded in agreement.

"Of course, as much as I can."

Damon reached her quickly, walking up behind her and putting his arms around her waist. "Sorry girls, I plan to keep her busy." He said slyly, displaying his signature smirk.

Elena swatted his arm, "I promise." Both Caroline and Bonnie smiled.

Both girls said their good byes, "We'll see you at Damon's after we go home and change."

"Ok."

Bonnie and Caroline walked away to join their own families.

"Congratulations," Damon whispered in her ear.

Just then the clan made it through the crowd, finally reaching them. "Congratulations, sis!" Jeremy said.

Alaric handed her a large bouquet of roses and kissed her on the cheek.

"Come here graduate!" Jenna greeted her, pulling her closer for a hug. "I'm so proud of you."

"Thank you."

Damon cleared his throat to get their attention. "I guess I better go and make sure everything is finished. See you back at the house." He gave her a quick kiss and left.

The others remained, partaking in the usual graduation rituals of taking pictures with one another.

She didn't understand why she was so nervous. High school was finally behind her. She would spend the entire summer in Italy with Damon. And start college in the fall.

What was there to be nervous about? Oh yeah, what was going to happen between her and Damon once she left for school.

Although she had been looking forward to this time in her life ever since her parents died. It was something she promised them during her multiple visits to their graves. That she would go to college and become a writer.

And yet, there was still this consuming fear weighing her down.

Elena never imagined how much of her life, no – her existence was complete with Damon. They never really talked about the future beyond their summer vacation and now that it was here, what were they going to do.

For now, she would have to put those dreadful thoughts aside, she had a party to go to.

She walked into the bathroom, taking a quick shower and dried her hair. Heading for her closet, her mind wandered – thoughts of Damon and how incredibly sexy he will look tonight.

Before today, she already had a dress in mind but decided to wear one of the dresses Damon bought. He really did have impeccable taste.

Elena found her new lacy red panties and slid them on. Then she grabbed the black Versace one-shoulder dress that was form-fitting and put it on. It was a perfect fit.

For flair, she'd added the necklace Damon gave her on their first official date. And sparkling earrings that dripped nearly to her chin. Completing the look with four inch stilettos.

"Jeremy, please go see what's keeping your sister." Jenna demanded.

Jeremy knocked on the door. "Come on Elena, you don't want to be late for your own party."

She gave herself one last cursory look in the mirror then she opened the door. "I'm ready."

He let out a sigh of relief, "Good, because Jenna is getting anxious and I don't know how much Alaric and I can take."

Elena rolled her eyes, "Fine, let's go."

"I don't know why it takes you women so long to get ready anyway."

"Comments like that will never get you a steady girlfriend, Jer." She teased.

"I do fine all on my own, sis."

Party:

As soon as the car pulled into the drive, you could hear the music from the back of the house. There were people everywhere. Some that they didn't recognize. The foursome made their way into the house, standing in the foyer was Damon waiting.

He was dressed semi-formally in black pants, a neat white shirt with a black jacket to match. He looked absolutely gorgeous.

His gaze met Elena's for a moment, then swept down her length and the desire that stirred the air when he looked up again was powerful enough to make her soul ache.

"The food is out back. There are bars scattered throughout the house, help yourselves."

Jeremy started to take off and Jenna grabbed him by the collar of his shirt. "Whoa! He didn't mean you."

Damon laughed while Alaric rolled his eyes. Elena nudged his side with her elbow. "Don't encourage him." He nodded, his mouth a grim line.

"There's soda and water in the kitchen." Damon offered.

Jeremy replied something incomprehensible and walked off, joining the others.

"You two have fun," Jenna said. "But not too much."

Once they left, Damon turned to get a good look at Elena. At first he was speechless.

"You look incredible," he said, swinging around and offering his arm.

She laughed softly. "I was just thinking the same about you."

"Then we're well matched. Care for a drink?"

"Yes, please." Damon led her through the house and out to the backyard.

It looked simply incredible. Shimmering lights were everywhere, which made the warm night seem even more celestial. There were tables with formal linen accented with the most extravagant center pieces, placed throughout the lawn. In the center was a dance floor and nine-foot banquet tables on each side, full of mouth-watering food placed at the perimeters.

"This is really incredible, Damon." She twisted slightly, grabbing his face with her open palm and kissed him.

"It was nothing, but I'm glad you approve. Let's get that drink."

Damon and Elena joined her friends that were gathered by the pool. He felt a vibration in his pocket, pulled out his phone. Recognizing the number, he answered. "Hello." Turning to Elena, "I have to take this." He left to go somewhere a little quieter.

It was at least thirty minutes by the time Damon reappeared. He spotted Elena standing behind Jenna that was sitting at a table eating.

He slipped up behind her, his hand clamping around her hip and drawing her back against his long, strong body.

"Dance with me," he murmured, his breath stirring her hair and tickling her neck.

Once they reached the dance floor. He kissed her bare shoulder. "Summer's almost here." He said.

Damon swayed her into a dance. Slowly, rhythmically they were dancing in time to the music. And they were both reminded of their first dance...Miss Mystic Falls.

Elena's gaze stayed on his.

The music mimicked the pulse of need in her veins. Elena pressed tighter to him, her breasts pressed to his chest, her nipples prodding his hard muscles.

"Elena, I can't seem to get enough of you," he said. His hands roaming over her back, cupping her bottom to pull her fully to his arousal.

"We'll see what you say when you've had me for three months straight."

They were surrounded by people, her family, yet she didn't care. She reveled in his touch, remembering the first time they made love.

Elena reached up on her tip toes and claimed his lips. Kissing him with fervor as if her life depended on it. The kiss was hard and urgent. Several minutes later, it was Damon that broke away for Elena to catch her breathe. "That's different," he murmured. "Not that I'm complaining, mind you."

Once the song stopped, he excused himself. "I'll be right back."

Disappointment shown on her face. He gave a chaste kiss on the lips, "I promise this won't take as long." He turned and left her again for the second time.

This time when he returned she was in the study sitting on the couch, watching Tyler, Matt and a bunch of other guys playing beer pong. The other girls cheering them on.

Damon grabbed her arm, "Come with me." Leading her out to a secluded area near the garage.

"Damon, where did you go?" He didn't answer her. She had to practically run to keep up with his long strides. "Why do you keep disappearing on me?"

"Shh, woman and come with me."

She had no clue what he was up to or where he was taking her but it was quite dark. "If you think we're doing it out here while my aunt is just mere yards away, you are out of your mind."

Just as she was about to lecture him, the garage door opened and the sensor lights turned on. She gasped.

There was a sliver four-door five series BMW wrapped with a red bow. "For you." He said.

"Damon, no I couldn't." Surprised that the sound of her voice was somewhat steady. Contrary to what was going on in the inside.

"Just as before, I'm not going to argue about it." He nudged her, "Go on, get in and take a look."

At first she didn't say anything, she didn't know what to say. She did as she was told. It was amazing, the black leather seats were soft and plush. She ran her hand across the steering wheel then at all the controls as she pressed the ignition button.

"Is this why you disappeared earlier?"

"Maybe. So, what do you think? I really wanted to get you something a lot more expensive but I knew you would be difficult."

"It's really amazing. No one has ever," she couldn't finish her sentence as a single tear slid down her cheek.

He wiped it away with his thumb. "You're welcome."

"This is unbelievable, it's truly been one of the most incredible days of my life."

"There's plenty more where that came from." He smiled. "Wanna go show everyone your new ride?"

She nodded.

A few hours later and Elena was amused at how long Damon was able to remain hospitable. They were both standing at the door waving their good byes at the remaining guests. Most of the graduates were leaving and heading to the grill as a sort of after party.

Jeremy and Alaric were already waiting in the car when Jenna walked up to them. "Thank you for a great evening, Damon. You did a fantastic job."

"Thanks."

"Since you two are leaving tomorrow, I think it's best you spend your last night at home." The look on either one of their faces must have been the saddest thing Jenna had ever seen.

She let a roaring laugh. "Oh stop it you two. It's only one night. And besides, do I need to remind you how many nights you did spend the night and I didn't blink an eye."

She had a point and they both conceded. "See you in the car, Elena. Good night, Damon."

"Good night, Jenna."

"I can't believe she's doing this." Elena pouted.

Damon laughed. He touched his lips to hers, it was sweet, soft and yet burning with desire. "See you tomorrow, bright and early."

Elena reluctantly started walking towards the car.

After she double checked that she had everything she needed, Elena took her packed bags downstairs and left them by the door and rushed back upstairs.

She sent Damon a text message:

E – I miss you already

D – Me too, now get some rest

E – I can't wait

D – Neither can. I'll have you all to myself soon, princess

THE END!

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