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Cherishing Mates

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Chapter 5: Cherishing Mates

Klaus and Caroline were having a tea party on the roof of the witch house. The weather was sunny and warm, which is perfect for the activity and being the little normal girl she was, Caroline brought some of her favorite dolls and plush toys to keep company around them. Klaus was both happy and annoyed. Happy because he got to see his mate have that beautiful smile plastered onto her face; annoyed because of all the toys that surrounded them. He didn't understand the useless, temporary things. It was too cute and unfamiliar in his taste.

"Caroline, was it really necessary to bring your toys?" He gently asked her.

"Yes, Nik! They're my best friends."

"Sweetheart, you wound me," he jokingly putting a hand over his heart, "I thought I was your best friend?"

She giggled, "You are! You're my best friend who is a person. There is also Elena and Bonnie, and they're people too. These toys kept me happy whenever my parents were fighting inside my house."

Klaus stared at his mate with sadness, "I don't understand. How can something that's made out of plastic and useless materials give you such happiness?"

Caroline contemplated and knew immediately why he would asked this question, "You didn't have any toys when you were a kid, did you Nik?"

Klaus smiled. Smart girl, he thought, "No. The only thing close to fun back then is when I would be sword fighting with my brothers."

"My mom says you shouldn't play with anything sharp."

"And she's right, but that was our way back then."

Knowing that he's a vampire who has lived for centuries, Caroline knew that he had a very different life during his childhood. She softly spoke, "This happened a very long time ago didn't it?"

"Indeed, little one. Which is why you would have to explain to me why you are so fond of your toys."

"You can pretend that they're alive and can play with them for hours and hours. It's like they're the ones that can never hurt you." She smiled slightly, putting on a brave face.

"I see. It's all right, sweetheart. I sort of understand now." He patted and rubbed his hand against her hair, comforting her.

"I've always wanted an American Girl doll. One that will look exactly like me with the same clothes and hair style. Maybe I'll get one for my birthday!"

Klaus smiles at her adoringly, "When is your birthday, Caroline?" Even though he knew, it would make her feel important if he asked her.

"September 20th."

"Which is a month from now. Have you had anything planned yet?"

She shook her head, "My parents wouldn't remember. They even forgot my birthday last year."

His heart sank and was filled with disappointment. He understood the feeling all too well except...his father knew when his birthday was. He just purposely ignored the hybrid. Klaus shook off the negative feeling and smiled once more at the blonde beauty. "Well, how about we plan something special to do? Just you and me. You told me yesterday that you always wanted a rooftop garden."