It Was Epic (SI-FemDamon)

By The Light Of The Moon

Daniella lay in her bed, her thoughts swirling with frustration and confusion. She longed for the simplicity of her usual routine, for the solace of her investigative work, but the events surrounding Elena had disrupted everything. She couldn't shake the feeling of being pulled into a whirlwind of chaos.

Descending the stairs, Daniella's gaze fell upon Rosemarie. A spark of flirtation ignited within her as she engaged in conversation with her, but she couldn't help but notice a hint of uncertainty in Rosemarie's eyes as if she were unfamiliar with such attention from another woman.

After exchanging pleasantries, Daniella excused herself to deliver a bag of supplies to her brother. The mystery of his entanglement in the tomb lingered in her mind, a puzzle she was determined to unravel.

Upon reaching her brother's side, he made a request that tugged at her sense of duty. He asked her to check up on Elena, adding another layer of complexity to her already tumultuous day.

As Daniella stepped into the Gilbert residence, she was greeted by Jenna's warm smile. Her presence was immediately acknowledged, and Jenna's hospitality invited her in.

"Hello, Jenna, how are you today?" Daniella inquired, returning the smile.

"Hello, Daniella. I'm doing fine. I have a guest," Jenna replied, making way for Daniella to enter.

Turning her attention to the guest, Jenna introduced him as Elijah Smith. Despite the formal introduction, Daniella couldn't help but sense a familiarity in Elijah's presence.

"It is a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Smith," Daniella said, extending her hand.

Elijah graciously accepted her hand, pressing a kiss to its back. His demeanor exuded charm, and Daniella found herself reciprocating his smile.

"The pleasure is all mine, Miss. Salvatore, truly," Elijah replied, a slight smirk playing on his lips.

As they exchanged pleasantries, Elena's arrival interrupted the moment. Jenna handed Elena a box of files from the Historical Society, and Elijah discreetly observed from the other side of the closet door.

Elena seemed startled by Elijah's presence, her nerves palpable as he approached her. Despite her unease, they exchanged greetings, Elijah's polite demeanor remaining unchanged.

Jenna offered Elijah the option to stay and review the files or arrange for them to be picked up later. Gratefully, Elijah accepted the latter, expressing his gratitude to Jenna before turning his attention back to Elena.

"I hope to see you again sometime soon," Elijah said, casting a meaningful glance towards Daniella.

Feeling the weight of his gaze, Daniella excused herself and left for The Grill. Upstairs, Elena encountered Jeremy, but before she could speak, Elijah intervened, silently urging her to remain silent about his presence.

As Jeremy left the room, Elijah's focus shifted back to Elena, a subtle intensity in his gaze.

"I think it's time you and I had a little chat," he said, his words hanging in the air with an air of mystery.

Mystic Grill

Daniella sat at the bar with Jules, stirring her drink absentmindedly. Their conversation drifted to the nearby accommodations, but Jules revealed she was only in town for the night, searching for her missing friend, Mason Lockwood.

"You know Mason?" Jules inquired, surprised.

Daniella nodded. "Yeah. He's a great guy."

"He's missing," Jules admitted, concern etched on her face.