I was at Rousseau, taking a drink. The first place, I met Freya. And so like destiny, there she was walking to my table.
« Hi Mikaelson, I smiled.
- Hey Darling. Talking about Mikaelson, we do know how to party. Live music, open bar, dancing. I know things have been difficult with my family so you don't have to come of course.
- Do you know how long since I got to dress up and drink free booze ? If it's a party, I'm in. And we met at a party, you know, so just like old times, Love, I smiled.
- Good, she said, making us laugh together. Although, try not to kill my brother tonight. Or Hayley might not like it, she added as Hayley walked in. Speaking of which.
- Yeah, come on, I said standing up before hugging Hayley and sitting down next to her. Need anything ? I asked since I knew she'd rather spend time with Hope than be at a bar.
- I need a favor. I learned that the man who killed my parents was connected to the Hollow. I was just a baby when they were killed. I don't remember, but I do know where they killed. I was hoping maybe with your spells, and your witchcraft... She trailed off looking at us.
- You want us to do a reading ? Hayley, violent death has a very specific energy. I could conjure whatever there is to see, but you might not like it.
- I don't think I have a choice, she answered truthfully.
- Then we have to do it. The Hollow is still here. And Hope is still a target, I'm in. For Hope, I said softly.
- You shouldn't come Y/n, The Hollow already had access to your mind we wouldn't want him to take a hold of you again. And also you should assure that my brothers don't make the party at the mansion a bloodshed.
- Come on... I hate playing babysitter, I sighed. Except for Hope, I corrected myself seeing Hayley's look on me. Fine but if something bad happens, call me, I'll come right away . »
I vamped to the party not before dressing up. The music was loud, people were laughing but most of them were here to party not to celebrate the supposed truce between the Mikaelson and Marcel. I started to look for Elijah and Klaus which turned out to be easy since they were with Sofia, Marcel hookup or girlfriend, Vincent and someone I didn't know. But I could feel it, The Hollow's presence on them. Looked like we found the worshipers. I made my way to them, eavesdropping on their conversation thanks to my vampire ability. Apparently Sofia wanted Marcel back, which was understandable, but that was the fun part. The problem is that when Klaus spilled Marcel's blood into the abandoned house, it created some sort of thorns that can kill an original. Nice. After the bite a fucking plant could kill them. Immortal being... Not so sure about that. Before I went to join them, I saw Freya and Vincent talking into a pretty flamed dialogue. I went there, but as soon as I arrived he left.
« You're okay ?
- It's nothing, don't worry, she smiled.
- Let's forget about this mess tonight. Just you and I, Beautiful, I proposed.
- Fine, just for tonight, she took my hand and led me to dance. »
At some moment, the party started to get pretty heated and not in a good way. Dominic, who was one of the followers, wanted Elijah to give up Vincent and Marcel's life to assure the Mikaelsons safety.
But Elijah, surprisingly, refused. On the other hand Klaus and Sofia were also negotiating. A bit of a mess, let's say.
After a while, Freya and I went back to the Saint Louis Cathedral. She still wanted to enjoy the night so we left again to a Jazz bar.
« You're beautiful, I breathed out as we were dancing.
- What ? She asked not hearing me due to the loud music.
- You're beautiful, I said into her ears, bringing her closer to me.
- No so bad yourself Y/n, she answered blushing.
- It seems I'm really good at flirting, I smirk.
- You're terrible, she chuckled.
- I am not ! I said offended. The first time we made you ask me for a nightcap before trying to have me in your bed.
- And you said, beautiful name for a beautiful woman.
- It's a great pickup line, I laugh hitting her shoulder playfully. And saying, I never stop loving you after you woke up after a five year nap is my best move.
- Right it is. I definitely fell for your undying romanticism and natural charm, she laughed.
- Freya Mikaelson, be nice to me, I chuckled while still dancing close to her. »
We spent the night together, and when midnight was well past, we went to her place, Saint Louis Cathedral.
I was woken by Freya making noise. She was preparing some sort of spell or potion.
« Love potion number nine ? I joked. You don't need that for me to love you Mikaelson.
- Boundary spell. Trying to protect my family against evil bastards who refuse to remain dead.
- Language, I laughed softly. Sorry Hayley used to always tell me that when I would curse in front of Hope.
- How was it ? This past five years with Hayley and Hope ? She asked curioused.
- Three years, I corrected her.
- Three ? She asked, confused.
- The first two, Hayley, didn't answer my messages. I sold my apartment and lived with Marcel and Davina. I also work at the Rousseau, I'm still having a paycheck even though I'm not working, but compulsion is really a cool trick. But after Hayley forgave me, I visited a lot. And last year, I kinda moved in with them. Hayley is like a sister to me. She's a really good friend. So everything was great, except when she fell apart because she couldn't find the Malraux pack, I sighed at the harmful memory. »
Flashback: 2 years ago
I stopped my motorbike in front of Hayley's house, parking it before taking off my helmet and getting down. As I did so, Hope went running out of the house and jumped into my arms.
« Aunty Y/n ! I missed you !
- I missed you too Little witch, I said, hugging her back.
- What about me ? Hayley asked, smiling.
- Oh... Mom is jealous Little witch. I'm going to hug her too, I said letting Hope go. I missed you too Hayley, a lot, I smiled hugging her.
- Me too Witchy, she said using the nicknames Jackson used for me.
- So as you both can see, I bought a motorcycle so if Hayley agrees, I could take Hope do a little tour around the property with it ?
- Yeah ! Mom please ? Hope asked with puppy eyes.
- Okay but be careful, both of you. My daughter doesn't have the same supernatural healing as yours, she told me.
- Thank Mom ! You're the best, she said hugging her Mom before putting my helmet on. You're awesome Aunty !
- I'll be careful, Hayley don't worry, I told the mother.
- Come on Aunt Y/n, let's go ! Hope said climbing on my motorcycle.
- I'm coming, I smiled. Anything for my favorite niece.
- I'm your only niece, she laughed.
- It's just a detail, I said sitting on the motorcycle earning a giggle from the little kid. So put your arms around my waist and don't let go, I told my niece before starting the bike. »
As soon as the motor started Hope started to yell excitedly. We spend at least an hour or two on the bike before we return so Hayley wouldn't be too worried. And let's say that Hope loved it, and I had to bring my bike a lot of times after that. When we were back home, she went to her room to draw about one of the landscape we saw. Hayley and I installed ourselves on the couch in front of the TV. Suddenly, she started to start crying.
« Hey... Hayley what's going on ? I asked moving closer to her.
- It's just that I don't know if I can keep going like that. I made a promise to Hope and myself that she would grow up surrounded by her family and loved... And now her family is in coffins...
- We'll bring them back okay, we'll find a way, I promise, I said, taking her into my arms as she cried against my shoulder. I'm right here for you Wolfy. I got you.
- Thank you Y/n, she smiled through her tears.
- That's what family does for each other right ? We might be orphans, and grew up without siblings, but you Hayley Marshall are the closest thing I ever had to a sister, I told her truthfully.
- You too Y/n, she said, still hugging me. »
« Y/n, Freya said, snapping her fingers in front of my face.
- Sorry I zoned out. You were saying ?
- Dominic, he's still out there, and he wants my brother dead, so I'd love a little help to find a way to put him down, she smiled nervously.
- Of course Freya, I'll help you, what can I do ? I ask standing up.»