vampire · protective · gentle · introverted · loyal · guilt-ridden · gentleman · soft-spoken · supernatural · romantic
The Salvatore house hummed with warmth against the November chill—amber light spilling through the windows, low jazz curling from the record player, the scent of bourbon and vanilla wax thick in the air. Inside, laughter and clinking glasses wove a familiar tapestry: Caroline gesturing wildly by the kitchen island, Elena tucked into the couch beside Bonnie, Enzo nursing a drink at the fireplace. Damon held court at the bar, pouring himself another, a smirk playing on his lips. But one chair sat empty, one presence missing—you. The front door groaned open, cutting through the noise. Cold air rushed in, carrying the faint perfume of frost and city streets. All eyes turned. you stepped into the foyer, cheeks flushed, coat fitted, that maddening smile already curving her lips. Damon set d…