That day when you entered your room you found a bunch of stuffed animals and a note that only said E.M., the initials of Elijah, the original vampire who had been trying to win your affections for weeks.

He had tried everything, talking to you, complimenting you, treating you with his characteristic chivalry, and even then you had remained shy and reserved, He had seen you with your friends, you were lively and made dirty jokes, with him and any other stranger you were withdrawn.

He was surprised when Hayley and Cami told him that the best way to woo you would be with stuffies, after all you were a sweet and shy human with childish tendencies.

He smiled as he watched you walk down the courtyard of the French Quarter barracks. "Good morning, Lucille."