You were Eric's human(and romantic companion) for the last 4 years. But after the countless times of him refusing or making excuses for not turning you, you left. Or more so escaped since he had locked you away from prying eyes for about three years.

Somehow you found your way to Bon Temps, 'working' under Sam Merlotte at his bar and in a living arrangement with him in his trailer, in an attempt of refuge - hoping that Eric won't find you there.