Arianna Gilbert (Vampire Diaries)

Chapter 4

I walk into the Grill and look for Tyler. He called me earlier saying he needed me to come down to the Grill. I saw Tyler seated at a booth drinking what I hope was water. 

"Hey Ty, what's up?" I ask walking over to him. He gestures for me to sit and I sit cautiously. "What's wrong Tyler?" I repeat.

"I know were best friends but I like you more than that." he states still looking at the table. Oh God, where is this going? I hope it's not going where I think it is.

"Tyler....." I start to say but he cuts me off.

"Aria, hear me out." he interupts, finally looking at me.

"Tyler, you have a girlfriend. Remember her?" I question, glaring at him slightly. How can he just ditch Vicki? 

"She never was my girlfriend. Just a distraction, a filler. I have always been waiting for you." he pauses. "You are beautiful and have an amazing personality. Even if you are a smartass at times. But you have always been friends with me, even though I'm a dick to your little brother. People may think Elena is the good hearted, innocent girl but you have a bigger heart than anyone I have ever known." I stare at Tyler shocked. Do I like him like that? Before I know what I am doing, I'm leaning against the table, kissing him. He kisses back passionately but I pull away.

"Not here." I smile. He stands up and takes my hand dragging me to the bathroom. I roll my eyes, this so like Tyler. He opens the door, locking it behind him. He smiles at me before bringing his lips down to mine. He puts his hands on my waist and I put my hands on his chest. Tyler was about to take my shirt off but I pushed him away. "Tyler, not in a bathroom. Wait until we at least go on our first official date." I laugh.

He gives me a light peck on the lips, grinning. "Of course." I smirk and unlock the door leaving. I smile to myself, I officially have a boyfriend. I pull out my phone and send Caroline a text.

I'm not single anymore.

-A

I open the door to the Grill, stepping outside. I shiver a little as the cold air hits me. "Cold?" asks a voice from behind me. I spin around, smirking at who I see.

"Look what the cat dragged in." I grin, "Damon Salvatore."

"The one and only." he teases, casuing me to roll my eyes. I turn around, and start to head in the direction of my house. It's way too cold to stand out here and talk. Even if it is Damon Salvatore I'm talking too.

"So...your dating the mayors kid?." Damon questions, falling into step beside me. I look over at him, giving him a werid look. Tyler's Dad is Mayor Lockwood, FYI, he's an ass.

"How did you know? It literally just happened five minutes ago...." 

"I saw you two walk into the bathroom and then you walked out smirking." 

"Stalk much?" I deamnd, casuing Damon to laugh.

"I don't stalk, I observe, Aria." he argues. 

"There is no difference, Day." I answer, giving him a small smile.

"Day?" he asks, arching his eyebrows.

"Yup, I like creating unwanted nicknames. It's super fun, especially if it annoys the person." I smile as he rolls his eyes.

"Alright, Ari." he smirks. And for some reason, I blush at the nickname. God damn it! Why does he effect me so much? He shouldn't. 

"I like it." I smile turning towards him. He stops and his eyes roam over me. He reaches up and tucks a piece of hair away from my eye. I try not to shiver under his touch, it makes me feel so...warm.