Unfinished Symphony - Caroline Forbes & Klaus Mikaelson

CHAPTER XXVII: "Understanding is nothing else, than conception caused by speech"

Lizzie understood the risk, better, than she wanted to acknowledge that. She knew, that she had to complete the quest, that Zied gave her, no matter how much she'd have to lie, or deceive the people she cared about.. Besides, it wasn't like she could turn back time to the moment, in which she was thinking about accepting Zied's proposal. So, slowly, but surely, Lizzie opened up the door to her room, stuck her head out the door, and watched, and listened carefully to the people around her.. She had to act normally, or at least slightly more normal, than usual, if she didn't want anyone to notice just how badly worried she was. And, there was also the case of her friends: Jed, and MG, of whom she had to make sure, wouldn't say anything about her little adventure with the necromantic book she got for herself.. Because, if someone would find that out, like Alaric, or Josie, they wouldn't let her go back to the Other Side, and fix her mistakes. Instead, they would act as heroes, as they always did, and try to save her.. Except, she didn't need saving. Yeah, perhaps, she was in a really bad spot, and in not so charming situation, but she was surely, she would be fine.. That, no matter what would happen next, she'd be able to solve her issues out. Even the ones, regarding Zied.. Noticing all those people, walking through corridors, talking about some unnecessary things, it made Lizzie remember just how badly she missed her "normal". If it was just some another day, she'd walk downstairs, eat some delicious breakfast, and then go on with her day, while bullying people, as she'd normally do so.. However, this day wasn't like any other. There was nothing to be happy about.. Especially, when a person was one step closer to committing an unforgivable act. Either way, Lizzie knew she had to stay calm, and so she walked downstairs, gracefully, trying to act natural, but also observing everything, and everyone around her, just to make sure, no one was suspicious of her behavior..:

- Lizzie ? You okay.. ? You missed a few classes – suddenly a familiar voice said, from behind her, also walking down the stairs.

- Jo.. Yeah, I'm fine. Nothing to worry about.. Was just.. Getting some beauty sleep, you know – Lizzie chuckled a little, to cover up her worries.

- Yeah. Truth to be told, I could actually use some too.. So, where you heading right now ? – Josie asked, with a smile on her face, that could make all the dark clouds disappear from the sky.

- Uh.. What's our next class, again ? – Lizzie answered, confused, and acted like she was still tired.

- Haha, see, I told you, you shouldn't have sneaked out on your date.. If you stayed yesterday, you'd get more sleep, and look more alive-ish today – Josie replied, and both of the sisters started heading out the door.

- Yesterday.. Oh, right, when you woke up to me dressing up, and leaving – Lizzie's memories came back in a second, remembering about her late-night adventure for the necromantic book.

- So, who's the lucky person.. ? – Josie responded, with the smile not disappearing off her face.

- It's uh.. Uh.. Ethan ! I was looking everywhere for you.. ! – Lizzie suddenly noticed Ethan, and placed her hand on his shoulder.

- Ethan.. ? – Josie whispered to herself, as to check, if she's heard that right.

- Hey, Lizzie ! Okay, what's up.. ? – Ethan looked at Lizzie, with a questioning look.

- Well, we should talk about it in some more private place. Don't you think.. ? – Lizzie smiled, and looked at Josie.

- Uh, sure.. If you insist. Follow me.. – Ethan responded, and started walking away.

- Don't mind him, he's not a shameful person. I'll catch up with you later, bye.. ! – Lizzie said, and quickly ran after Ethan, to not let Josie think much about her behavior.