Clara Gilbert was the middle child of the Gilbert family, her older sister Elena and her younger brother Jeremy. Clara was the epitome of the perfect girl, she was a friend to all, a straight A student with a kind hearted spirit.
When she lost her s...
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Once Rebekah had left, I prepared myself for bed. I slipped into my usual pjs and looked outside the balcony. This city was beautiful, there was so much vibrancy to it but so much mystery too. I could see myself living here, exploring the depths of Europe. It would mean I would leave my old life behind, that meant Bonnie, Jeremy and maybe even the Salvatore Brothers. I didn't know how I felt about that. A knock on the door brought me back to the real world. I walked over to go open it and Stefan was standing outside the door.
"Stefan, it's late" I said trying to avoid what I knew was about to happen.
"And yet you're still up... can I come in?" He asked and I stepped aside to let him in. I closed the door and walked into the room.
"Clara, we need to talk. There's a lot that needs to be said" he started and there were so many emotions inside of me. I tried to look for the love I once felt for him, but it was gone.
"Go on.." I said.
"I think it's needless to say that we broke up...." he started and it felt like somebody had stabbed me with a knife.
"Yes... I know."
"I'm sorry for leaving. When I flip the switch, I turn into a monster, I didn't want to be around you. I would have hurt you" he said and I started to get angry at the fact that he was making excuses.
"Why does everybody think that?! Just because I lost my family doesn't mean I need protection or that I'm some poor girl in desperate need of attention! I'm fine Stefan, just fine!" I said angrily.
"I know that Clara, but you have to understand. When Klaus sought me out, I knew it was because of you, so of course I came to New Orleans. I would have done anything to keep you safe. And not because you need it! But because I wanted to" he said.
"How do you two even know each other?" I asked.
"We met back in the 70's. I dated Rebekah for a while and Klaus and I were actually good friends for some time" he went on.
"Ok..." I said trying to understand why he was still here.
"Damon told me about... you two" Stefan said and I rolled my eyes.
"There is nothing between us, I never even kissed him. I waited for you, Stefan.." I whispered so soft enough for almost me alone to hear but Stefan knew exactly what I said.
