THE BENNET SISTER || The Vampire Diaries

Daddy Issues

Forbes Residence...

Caroline leaves her house out and locks the door. She turns around to find Tyler waiting by her car, "Hey. How's it going?" She slightly smiles.

"We need to talk," He sighs and Caroline's smile fades.

"Yeah, we do. Listen...I've been thinking about it, and I don't want to over analyze. It was just one kiss, but Matt's still kind of in the picture and if Sebastian and Blair don't work out I know she will still be in your picture. We can't go there, Tyler."

"Fine."

"Great. That's settled," She walks toward her car and presses the button on her key to unlock her car door.

"What happened to my uncle Mason?"

She stops walking, "What?"

"He's dead, and I want you to tell me what happened."

"I...I don't..."

"Then let me tell you: Stefan and his brother Damon killed him, because Stefan and Damon are vampires, just like you. Worst part is that Blair was there."

"Who told you that?"

"Is it true?"

"Let me explain."

"Did you know he was dead this whole time?"

"Please..."

"Did you know?!"

She nods, and Tyler pushes her angrily against her car, "I'm sorry, Tyler. I'm sorry."

"I trusted you!" He regains some of his composure and lets her go. He leaves Caroline stunned and upset.

Salvatore Boarding House...

Damon is in his bathroom, in the shower. He's listening to the news, and walks into his bedroom to watch. Andie Star is reporting on the TV, "The authorities believe last night's assailant may also be related to the missing campers and park ranger who have yet to be found, as well as 25-year-old Jessica Cohen, reported missing this morning. The sheriff's department says investigations are pending and no further comment will be made. In related news Mayor Lockwood spoke earlier today..." Andie Star reports.

Gilbert Residence...

John is in the kitchen, watching the same news channel on TV, "Due to the recent tragedies that have plagued our town, we will be holding a memorial in Town Square today to honor all those we have lost. Join us and hope that as a community we can begin to heal," Carol says on the TV.

Elena enters the room. John switches off the TV, "Morning," John smiles.

"What are you doing here?" Elena asks annoyed.

"Coffee?"

"We're not doing that. We did that last night. No more avoiding. Why are you here?"

"I'm here to protect you. That's all I can say for the moment."

"What do you mean that's all you can say?"

"I'll tell you more when I'm convinced I can trust you."

Jenna and Alaric enter the room. Jenna notices John's presence before Alaric does, "Oh God, I'm late," Jenna giggles.

"That's what you get for hitting the snooze three times!" Alaric smirks at her.

Jenna sees John and is surprised, "What the hell?" Jenna raises her eyebrows.

"Good morning to you, Jenna. Alaric..." John nods to them.