Little Witch

Family Ties

I sat at my vanity as my door opens and Tyler comes in closing my door behind him. I rolled my eyes grabbing my make up. "What the hell happened to you?" He asked coming over. "You, Jackass" I said angerly grabbing my foundation. Tyler sits at the end of my bed and calls out "Oh yeah.. Sorry." I rolled my eyes again before mocking him. I put my make up on and turned before saying "Do I have to go with you?" I asked and he groaned falling on my bed.

"If I have to go you're going" he called out. "I hate founders parties" I called out and went over laying next to him. "I second that" he said and I sighed "I have to change" I said and got up going to my walk in closet. I changed before coming back out to Tyler on his phone. "Let's go" I said and we left my room going downstairs where we got in the car with our parents. We went to the grill where we all sat and had lunch.

I sat next to Tyler as we sat across from our parents. I sat in silence as our father brought up our now dead History teacher Mr. Tanner. Who was Tyler's football coach. "So what happens with the season? One big forfeit? Are they looking for a new coach?" Tyler and I share a look, before Tyler says "I don't know, dad. I doubt anybody's thinking about that right now." My mother always wanted the best for me.

She wanted us to act perfect "Charles, founder's party, focus." Mom snapped and dad nodded. "How are y'all doing over here?" Vicki came over smiling at us, well mostly Tyler. "Ah, we're doing great, sweetheart." Dad said and Vicki just asks "Is there anything else I can get you?" Dad once again speaks for us "We're fine, thanks. Just the check, honey." Vicki nods and leaves before coming back "Here you go, Mayor Lockwood." Dad smiles "Thanks."

"Aaliyah do you have a dress for the founders party?" My father asked and I just smiled "Not yet daddy, I was going to go shopping yesterday but I had to study for my History test" I said innocently and he reaches into his pocket and grabs something before sliding it over to me. "I believe you can have it back. We trust you, Aaliyah, don't loose it" My father said and lifted his hand revealing my credit card. "Thanks daddy!" I cheered and leaned over kissing his cheek. "Now go" my mother said smiling and I nodded leaving to go dress shopping.

After finding the perfect dress and accessories I went back home and changed into it. I sat at my vanity and curled my hair. I turned and opened my vanity drawer grabbing my jewelry box. Opening it I pulled out my 'A' necklace and put it on.

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I hid in my room until all the introductions were over. I then made my way down the stairs and people turned and stared. I smiled brightly as I reached the end of the stairs and people turned back to their dates or their drinks. "Aaliyah!" Caroline called out and walked over. "Hey Care!" I spoke and we hugged each other. "This is my boyfriend Damon. Damon this is Aaliyah Lockwood." Damon and I shook hands before I heard, "Aaliyah!" I sighed, "Gotta dash before they find me." I winked before sneaking away.

I went into the dinning room and grabbed a glass of champaigne. I walked back towards Caroline as I heard, "She's not really a Lockwood." I then butted my nose in. "I'm a foster kid, but my mom and dad adopted me." I told them and then turned to Caroline. "Careful Care, never know who's listening." I winked and walked away.

I went upstairs and smiled at the old trinkets and treasures. "What are you?" Damon asked and I turned to him confused. "What do you mean?" I asked confused. "I mean..." he trailed off and pinned me against the wall, "What.. Are.. you?" He placed a hand on my throat and tightened his grip. "Leave me alone!" I snapped and I got a warm feeling in my chest before he was pushed back. He looked at me confused and I was confused myself. One second he stood aways from me and the next he was back in front of me. "What the hell?" I asked and jumped back but my back hit the wall.

"Damon." Stefan spoke and he froze before looking at Stefan. "Get back to the party Aaliyah." He spoke. "Not until you tell me what the hell is going on here." I snapped. Damon grabbed my arm harshly, "You will forget what just happened and join the party." he looked me in the eyes and I nodded. "yeah no. What is going on." They looked at each other before turning back to me. "Can I explain everything to you later? I promise I will." Stefan begged and I gave him a look. "How do I know you'll keep your word and I shouldn't tell Tyler or my father I'm being manhandled." I glared at Damon. "I give you my word," Stefan spoke and I sighed. "Fine."

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I sipped on my champaigne as downed it before hiding the glass as my father walked over. "There you are!" He said and took my hand leading me over to Tyler and my mother as we took a picture together. I went off on my own again but I went up to my room. I locked the door and changed out of my dress. I put on some jeggings and a long shirt.

When the party ended Stefan sent me a text to meet him at The Grill. I snuck out and took my car to The Grill. Walking inside he was already waiting for me. "I ordered you some fries." he told me and I smiled. "Thank you." I sat down and he sighed. "Alright, so you're going to think i'm insane." he told me and I nodded, "Lay it on me." I told him and he nodded, "I'm a vampire. Damon is a vampire." I nodded and stayed silent. "Aaliyah," he warned but I cleared my throat.

"So all the so-called animal attacks?" I asked. "Damon, but it's been taken care of. You don't have to worry about it anymore. Although when he looked you in the eyes he tried to compel you. It didn't work though are you wearing vervain?" he asked and I scrunched my face up. "Vervain is a herb that weakens a vampire. It can be put in anything food, drinks, jewelry." I nodded again and said, "I don't think I am, do you smell it on me?" Stefan made a face before shaking his head. "Not that I can smell." I nodded and slumped. "What did he mean by what am I?" I asked.

"When he tried to.. in your words, manhandle you, something pushed him back. Do you have witch blood in your bloodline?" he asked and I shrugged. "No clue. I'm adopted." I told him and he nodded. "We will figure this out," is all he said and I trust him.

"Does... Does Elena know?" I asked but he shook his head. "No, and you can't tell anyone." He sternly said and I nodded "Your secret is safe with me."