Chapter 13

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However, I do own Catherine Matthews/ my very own Katherine Peirce, her backstory, the storyline, and any additional characters that do not belong to The Vampire Diaries or The Originals. Characters in this story may not have the same opinion as you. These characters are all fictional.

The Salvatore Boarding house was fully packed that evening. All the people of Mystic falls that are supernatural and to be supernaturals (Jeremy and Alaric) were present there. Except for the werewolves, of course.

"We are glad you agreed for the deal," Stefan started.

"Well, you said you were willing to share the information about the witch burial ground," said Jonas Martin.

"And in return, we work together without any backstabbings," Damon said, "However, to kill Klaus, you said the ritual needs to be completed."

"And Elena dying is out of the picture," ended Stefan.

"She won't die permanently," said Jonas.

"And you just want us to believe that?" Caroline asked. Probably still angry with the aneurysm she received the other day.

"Elijah has an elixir that can bring back the doppelganger alive. He procured it for the sake of Katherine back in the day," Jonas said, and everyone looked at me, and I just shrugged my shoulders.

"He was trying to save her?" Caroline said out loud.

"But she fled before he could explain it to her," said Luka.

Did he just says that...that little sh...

"Sorry, I didn't feel like talking to Elijah when I heard that his crazy brother was trying to sacrifice me on an alter like I am some animal," I snapped.

"Cool down, I didn't say anything," said Luka raising his hands.

"You were implying something," I stated.

"So, you are saying that the elixir is 500 years old," Bonnie said, " Are you sure it will work."

"It should," Jonas replied.

"What do you mean should?" Elena asked.

"Like Bonnie said it's 500 years old. I don't know for sure. But I can always look into it," he said.

"Any other way to bring back someone alive?" Stefan asked.

"Through dark magic, we can," said Jonas.

"I have another idea," I said. Okay, this is the part where I gain points from everyone.

"Which is?" asked Bonnie asked.

"See, I have known a lot of witches throughout my Vampire life. Emily Bennett was one of the most powerful witches, I met" I started saying when I was rudely interrupted by Bonnie.

"My ancestor?" questioned the witch.

"The one and only. As I was saying, once a woman came looking for Emily's services. The woman's baby was sick, dying. Emily cast a spell that would bind the woman's life force with her child," I said, "So, when the child died, the mother's life force flowed through her, restoring her to life."

"So you are saying that for Elena to live, someone has to die?" Jeremy asked.

"Not someone. The parent. And in other words, John," I said, "As Isobel's a vampire."

"No way," Elena said.

"Why not? It's not like anyone will miss him," I almost whined.

"You really hate John, don't you?" Rose said, and I shrugged.

He sure is a piece of shit.

"John's not dying," Elena said firmly.

"Fine. Then drink the stupid expired elixir. See if I care," I said.

"I think that's a good idea. I will just have to look for the spell. Maybe it should be in Bonnie's possession as it's her ancestor," Jonas said, looking at me. "Look, you wanted to know the answers, and I gave them. Now it's your turn to play your part of the deal."

"Come on," said Damon getting up after having a silent conversation with his brother, "I will show you."

"How about you give witch here, her powers back," I said, looking at Bonnie. She can be my second option if Jonas dies.

"I will, once I siphon the powers I need," Jonas said after a little thinking.

"Go along with then," I said to the witch, and she nodded with a smile genuinely grateful, and Jeremy followed her, giving me a hug.

People should stop hugging and kissing me.

"So, that went well," I said, "Now I will leave."

"You know you can just stay here, right?" Stefan said. "You are here most of the time anyway."

"That's because you always call me to come." I said, "Also, I like to be alone when I am thinking, and Mrs. Flowers is an amazing cook." I then signaled to Caroline, and she nodded.

"I should go to. I am meeting Matt at the grill. There is a band," Caroline said and started walking out with me.

"Did you find anything?" I asked her once we are out of the Vampire hearing range.

"I was here, remember?" She said, and I glared at her, and she continued saying, "But I did saw Tyler at school acting weird."

"Weird how?" I said.

"He was miffed and rattled. Like more than normal," Caroline said.

"Maybe because he is waiting for answers his uncle had to give once he goes home," I said

"I don't know. Maybe," the girl shrugged said.

"Why do I have a feeling that something is going wrong?" I thought out loud.

"Don't pull out your hair. I will look into it," the forever 17-year-old girl said.

"Yeah. You do that," I said. "I have to talk to Isobel. I should probably tell her everything that's going on."

"Elena's mother?" Caroline asked, "Why do you need to talk to her? I heard she is a bitch."

"That's because her humanity is off. But she is keeping an eye on Klaus for me to protect her daughter, "I explained.

"OH!" she said, surprised.

"Yes," I said, "You go on now. Do whatever teenage shit you have to do," and the blonde nodded, giving me a hug and left.

"Isobel?" I said into the phone once I was connected

"Katherine," she said, "There is a piece of bad news."

"I know. You never call with good news. What happened?" I asked in a stern tone once I realized how nervous she was.

"The human we kept to spy. He is missing. He hasn't been answering his phone calls since yesterday," she said, "Do you think Klaus had something to do with it?"

"Probably," I said, pacing around thinking of a quick plan, "Leave the place, where ever you are. Cover your tracks. Throw the sim cards and burn everything that can lead him to you."

It's better to be safe than sorry.

"Okay," She said, agreeing.

"Goodbye, Isobel. Call me when it's safe," I said, cutting the call. Stupid Niklaus Mikelson.

Later that night, I got a call from Stefan saying that the spell to harness the magic worked, and now Jonas Martin has the power of the 100 dead witches, and as per the part of the deal, he gave Bonnie her magic back. And he also promised that he will look into the elixir before the next full moon, which is 20 days from now.

And then I got a Thank you message from an unknown number. My guess is Bonnie.

According to the original storyline, I think Klaus breaks the curse on the same day. Let's hope it doesn't end like that this time.

Then the next day, I made my way to Salvatore Boarding house when I got a call from Rose.

"Why am I here...again?" I asked once I entered.

"You are here to tell us about how conveniently you forgot to mention Mason Lockwood, in yesterday's meeting," said Damon.

"I really have no idea what you are talking about," I said, running my hand through my hair.

Problem after problem.

My life is turning into a TV show.

Oh, the irony!

"Really. Because today Jenna went to Lockwood luncheon to accept something and Alaric, who was her date, saw Mason Lockwood there, looking all handsome and shit," Damon said, coming up to me.

"Aah. It must have slipped my mind. You know, with everything that's been going on," I said, taking a step back from the blue-eyed vampire and going to the living room "Mason came to me the same night Elijah was daggered."

"Anything else you would like to share?" He asked, coming after me.

"I hate pineapple on my pizza," I blurted out.

However, Damon didn't look impressed.

"He came here for the sake of Tyler. It seems the kid learned about the family curse and wanted to know more about it," I said finally with a sigh.

"What do you mean, learn about the curse. Is Tyler kid a werewolf now?" He asked with a scowl.

"No. The boy saw a video of Mason's transformation that he took on his first turn and read Mason's diary in which he wrote about his experience," I said with a sigh.

Talk about Privacy.

"And you just believe him?" asked Damon skeptical, "The guy tried to barbeque me."

"He wouldn't have if you had not tried to stab him with a knife," I snapped when I had enough with all the shouting.

"Is this what it is about? Your undying love for a lone wolf" said Damon with a scoff.

"Mason is my friend, Damon. What do you want me to do? I believe him, unlike you, he trusts me enough to tell me everything," I said.

Why is he shouting at me like I am the one at fault? If it weren't for me, his pack would be hear, and Rose would be dead, and Caroline would be tortured.

"Well, I don't believe him. So, I am gonna rip the Lockwoods hearts out and feed it to them before it can lead any further problems," He said, trying to walk out of the door, but I gripped his arms and turned him around.

"See. That's why I didn't tell you." I said sharply, "You do whatever you want to do, consequences be damned."

"I think you both need to calm down," Rose said, talking for the first time before Damon could say something.

"Stay out this Rose," Damon said, his eyes still on me. "I will deal with the Lockwoods by myself. And yes, Consequences be damned," he said, walking out the door again, but I stopped by coming in front of him.

"You are not going anywhere," I said sternly.

"Watch me," he said, proceeding, but I kept my hand on his chest, stopping him.

If he kills Mason, whatever I stopped happens again. And I don't think favor will be on this side.

"Why do you want to kill him so badly. He is staying out of your way, isn't he?" I said, "Look, if he tries to harm you or your brother, I will kill him myself. Until then, don't go near him."

"And I will help her," Rose said, trying to side with me.

"Fine. If anything happens, it's on you," Damon snarled, going upstairs.

"Thanks, Rose," I said to Rose.

You just stopped a colossal problem and saved us from one hell of a trouble.

"I know how it's like to lose a friend," she said with a smile, "Want to join me for a drink?" and I gladly followed

After a few minutes, Damon came down.

"Done, sulking?" Rose asked once she saw him.

"Your friend just stopped by Gilbert's house, it seems," said Damon looking at me.

"Mason?" I asked, confused. Why the hell will he be there?

"No. Isobel," said Damon.

"What?" I said getting up from the chair and placing the glass down

"Yup. Just outed Alaric in front of Jenna," he said.

"Shit! Shit! shit!" I chanted, "I am leaving," I said, not waiting for their answer and dashed out of there.

What the hell is she doing here? Is she compelled by Klaus like in the original storyline?

If I were human, I would have had a panic attack by now.

I went to Gilbert's house to see Alaric pacing around the living room, and I heard crying from a bedroom upstairs.

"Where is she?" I asked, "Where is Isobel?"

"Katherine?" He said, and I nodded in confirmation, "I don't know. She just took off after asking for an invitation."

"Shit! I will search for her," I said, and he nodded, still looking upstairs, probably waiting for Jenna to open the door. "Maybe it's time for you to come clean, Ric," I said, "I am sure Jenna will love you even after that," and walked out of the door.

I then made my way to Mrs. Flowers's place, not knowing where she could be. Since I asked her to throw her cellphone and all that jazz, I couldn't call her. Maybe she will call me. As I started walking to my apartment, I heard someone behind me, but before they could come near me, I tackled them by holding their throat. I then saw it was Isobel and released the hold.

"Isobel?" I said to her, slightly surprised.

"Hey, Katherine. I missed you," she said, hugging me, and I hugged her back but then took back a step realizing the main point.

"What the hell are you doing here?" I said.

"Well, you said leave town. So I am here." She said, "And John told me Rick is dating auntie Vanilla. I got jealous."

"You do know that Klaus could follow you here, right? Where there is a human doppelganger who happens to be your daughter?" I said to her opening my apartment door.

"Mrs. Flowers, please invite my friend in, will you?" I hollered, and she appeared with a smile and invited Isobel in.

"You can come in too, James," Isobel said out loud you and a guy came in with her luggage, and I raised my eyebrows at her.

"He is my walking blood bag. I promised him to turn after this whole thing completes," Isobel explained.

"Well, everything is good," I said, walking into the kitchen, grabbing a knife. "But you know just to confirm," I said, slicing the vampire's arm, and as the blood flowed, I took a lick and tasted vervain.

"What was that for?" She asked, surprised.

"Just to be sure, Klaus didn't compel you," I said, and she shook her head with a visible sigh, and the human boy AKA blood bag was just standing there with the luggage.

"Where are you staying?" I asked.

"Here, of course," she said like it was the most obvious thing.

"Fine. come-on," I said with a sigh, taking the vampire and her guest to the guest bedrooms.

"Whose stuff is this?" Isobel said, opening the cupboard.

"Elijah's," I said, "Maybe I should burn them, considering he is daggered now."

"Harsh! And here I thought you both were getting along," Isobel said, looking around the room. "You know... with the way you reacted when I told about your Salvatore boys daggering him?"

"That's because he said he was trying to kill Klaus," I said, "And we weren't getting along, he kissed me once that too when I wasn't expecting, also..." I was interrupted by my phone ringing.

"Hello Stefan," I said

"Where are you?" he questioned

"My place," I said

"Did you find Isobel?" He asked

"Yup. She's right in front of me, actually," I said.

"Don't tell me this is your plan B or C?" he said.

"Not at all. I didn't know Isobel's is going to be here," I said, "But from what I heard, Klaus knows about Elena."

"And how sure are you about this?" He asked after a pause.

"A solid 82%," I said.

"Oh! But he can't do anything without the moonstone, and no one knows where it is," He said, and I didn't say anything.

"How is Alaric doing?" I asked.

"Jenna left home to stay at the campus. Alaric is at the grill drinking his problems, and Damon joined him," he said,

"Okay. Keep me posted," I said and cut the call.

"You know where the moonstone is?" Isobel asked surprised

"Why do you think that?" I said.

"Because your heart skipped a beat," she said as a matter of fact. Alright, so no point in covering up, I think.

"Fine. I have it," I said with a sigh. Keeping all the secrets in me is also exhausting.

"And your Salvatore boys have no idea?" She asked.

"Well, Damon pissed me off when he left me out in his plan of daggering, and I am still not over it," I said.

"You do hold grudges for a long time," she nodded in understanding.

"Today's been a long day. I am gonna sleep," I said, walking out.

"You are looking pretty okay, considering Klaus can be here anytime soon," she said over my shoulder.

"Maybe I am tired of running from my ex's," I said sarcastically. Well, Katherine did date Klaus at one point. He is kinda her ex.

"But your heartbeat is saying otherwise," said Isobel from another room.

"Shut up and sleep, Isobel," I said, closing my door. Though I may be actually invincible and a bit hard-headed now, I am still scared deep down of what that psychopath may do once he finds me.

I hate you, Niklaus Mikaelson.