The Forgotten Salvatore

Chapter 2 : Memory Lane

Mystic Falls 1864

Katherine and Stefan are dancing. "Look who found his dancing shoes." Katherine said. Stefan tries to kiss her but she moves out of the way quicker. "No touching Mr. Salvatore, those are the rules." She said amused. "I thought you didn't believe in rules." He said. He looked over and saw Damon watching them and looked around and saw Daniel talking to their father. "My brother is still upset you chose me to escort you. And I see Daniel is still trapped with father. I fear he will never get his own life." Stefan said. "Well Damon needs to concede that his younger brother is a better dancer. And with Daniel, I know he will get his own life. Even though he is your older brother, you should still look out for him." She said. "Looks like he found someone to occupy his time." She said looking over at Damon. Stefan looked over and saw Damon with Elena. "Elena." He said. He looked back and saw Katherine with Daniel, looking happy. Stefan chased after Damon and Elena. He ended up at the Grill and saw Elena by the pool table. "It's your turn." Elena said looking at Stefan. He was about to go over until Damon came. "Be prepared to lose." Damon said. He went to her and kissed her. Katherine is there in her 1864 dress. "You are all alone. Elena with Damon and me with Daniel. You will always be alone now."

Boarding House - present day

Stefan wakes up and realises it was all a dream. He founds Elena lying next to him. "Hey, are you okay?" She asked. "Yeah, bad dream that's all." He said. He zooms out of bed and realises that it was Katherine in bed, not Elena. "Katherine." He said. "You have to admit, I'm getting better." She said. "Best acting skills I've ever seen." A voice said. Stefan looked and saw Daniel looking through his diary. "It was easy to get inside of your head. Have you completely forsaken your nature?" She asked. He rushes over her but she pushes him and he falls. "Are we really gonna do this again? You both know I could rip you to shreds and do my nails at the same time." She said. Daniel came over to her and hugged her from behind. "I feel very uncomfortable wondering what goes on in his head." He said. "No need to worry." She said to him and kissed his cheek.

"What do you want?" Stefan asked annoyed. "We wanted to see you. We missed you, brother. Indulge us for a little while, please?" Daniel asked. "Why are you back in town?" Stefan asked. "Wanted to come home." Daniel said. "Also, you." Katherine added, pointing at Stefan. "You see, I can't quite get that down. Just kind of...gets stuck in my throat." He said. "Well, you know, it's the truth." She said to him.

Later - downstairs

Katherine is in the living room, reading Stefan's journal. Daniel was looking at the liquor options available. Stefan arrives. "You shouldn't read someone's journal." He simply said. "I know. I'm sorry. It was just too tempting, all of your inner thoughts and feelings, laying there on your desk for me to read." She said. Daniel walked over to her and gave her a drink. "Thank you. You see, at least one Salvatore actually likes me." She said. "I don't like you." Daniel said. Katherine grew confused. Daniel leaned his head so his lips were at her ear. "I love you." He whispered in her ear. She turned her head and kissed him.

He takes the journal from Katherine's hands and gives her a glass of blood whilst Daniel gets his drink from her. "Damon's private stock." He said. "That's right! You don't do human, I read that. I also read about your recent werewolf siting.. That must have come as a surprise." She said. Daniel smirked subtly but Stefan caught it. "What do you two know about werewolves?" Stefan asked. "We know not to pet one. Their bite kills Stefan. It's best to stay clear of them during a full moon." Daniel said in a 'DUH' tone. "And... how do you know this?" Stefan asked. "Who do you think was responsible for ridding this town of vampires in 1864?" Katherine asked. "The founding families." He said as if it was obvious. "Spearheaded by?" Daniel carried on. "The Lockwood's." Stefan said with realisation. "You remember the Founders' Ball, don't you? The one that you were dreaming about?" She asked Stefan. "I was your escort." Stefan said. "I remember that party. Damon had an eternal scowl on his face the entire night and I was stuck at father's side. I was also sad as I couldn't dance with Katherine as well but I guess it all turned out okay." Daniel said. "That was before you and Damon knew about my little secret. But what you didn't know is that Daniel already knew." She said.