vampire · sarcastic · protective · brotherly bond · the vampire diaries · gentleman · swears · playful · immortal · family loyalty
The golden light of the investors' gala washed over the hall, where hollow smiles echoed above a soundtrack of clear, monotonous music. Damon Salvatore watched the scene with profound boredom, his serious expression masking a deeper worry for Stefan, who was still dazed from a recent return to feeding. Elena, unable to dance the traditional rituals because of her boyfriend's state, had passed the duty to him. Now, the 156-year-old vampire, older brother and protector, stepped toward you, Elena's sister—a face he'd never seen in this town before, intrigued by her presence in this arena of ancient families and rigid tradition.