( Even though the door is in sight, the hired dancers seem to keep a wall up that drives Enzo and Sheila to the steps, each of which Enzo helps Sheila down as they descend into the main club and, presumably out the door.
Tess (18) 100% notices something is off, because that grandmother and that handsome man appeared out of nowhere, and she glances over to Westley so see if he can confirm the same suspicions.
As he helps her down the last step, he does lean in, keeping his words close to her ear, looking like a grandson just helping her around the tables, still talking. )
Equally, I'd wager. Not, that I'd ever regret the opportunity to speak to Sheila Bennett in person, but I think we would both agree we didn't expect to be able to have any conversation any time soon, not with each other.
( Him not with anyone, because of his little shared prison world he released Bonnie from ages ago to live her life. Sheila, from, well, death. )
Let's get out into the street and get our bearings. Thank you, ( he graciously tells Tess as they pass by and disappear behind the entrance curtains and into the neon red hallway )
Yeah, that's still throwing her, and probably causing most of her confusion. She continues to let Enzo lead, however, as they make their way out.
What they don't anticipate, is that someone else finds the name Sheila Bennett of interest. Melanie was simply looking forward to a fun outing with her nephew and his partner, nothing more, but it seems that life has a way of making things complicated.
She turns and raises an eyebrow back at Wes, as though to say did you hear what I heard? and he nods.
"Do you think it's the same Bennett?"]
I think there's only one way to find out. Excuse me, boys. You two keep having fun, and I'll be back.
[She follows the sound of the voices, stepping out into the hallway and greeting them both with a smile.]
Excuse me. I'm so sorry to bother you, but did you say Sheila Bennett? As in Bonnie Bennett?
( Enzo keeps one hand hovering behind her back, giving her personal space and respect as he opens the door into the sunlight. Enzo blanches, briefly, but looks down at his daylight ring. )
Well, it's a good thing this survived the trip back, or else your escort would be on fire.
("Bennett?" Jay asks as Melanie makes a hasty exit.
Before they can leave the hallway, they're followed. Enzo stands, holding the door open. He's wary of anybody knowing Bonnie's name, especially after he and her dead grandmother have appeared together. )
That depends, do we have you, or her, to thank for our... afternoon surprise?
["Bennett witches are a very powerful line of witches that have complicated relationships with vampires," Wes explains. "But Bonnie is a friend."
Melanie pauses before shaking her head.]
That would take power beyond my mere simple vampire skills. I only ask because Bonnie is a dear friend, and I could call her for you?
[Sheila raises an eyebrow before nodding. "Bonnie is my granddaughter. If you could put us in touch, that would be helpful. I'm not sure where in the world she is these days."
Melanie smiles before pulling out her phone.]
Then please. Allow me.
[She then glances over at her handsome escort.]
Would Ms. Bennett be interested in your return as well, Mister - ?
St. John. Lorenzo - Enzo. ( He shares, well aware she won't act like he wishes she would, but not about to take it out on this woman, or let her in on his tragic past. Finally, he gets the girl, he's the chosen one. But, there are no promises. That was a very difficult year. Three.
It's also been almost two decades so the ache he might feel knowing she is with someone else, having found her own family, kept her friends, it's not there like it should be. He is happy for her happiness. And he champions the love in her life ) As long as you don't eclipse Sheila, here's, return, by all means. She's the headline. In the meantime, Sheila, we should brainstorm who might be responsible for the by-line to this front page article.
( He never kept things from her. Even the hard things. But, he's not going to make this about him because it's not. )
Melanie Hamilton. A pleasure to make both your acquaintances.
[She then holds up her phone and takes a step to the side - but not too far because she knows there's no point. One of them is a vampire, and more to the point she has nothing to hide.
( Bonnie is never expecting anyone who calls her, but at this point, she accepts her wider network for what it is.
Scotland brought everyone together and even though she wasn't involved on the assault on the Riverboat, she had a very nice dinner beforehand. And numbers were exchanged, and given after the fact. Last she checked, the Butler-O'Hara's and Melanie Hamilton were flying out to see Wes'.
Bonnie slides out of the booth and heads a few tables away. She's still running on adrenaline from the spell, and buzzing a little hard from two rounds of mimosas. She cuts off a laugh. )
Hello, Bonnie. Now, I'm not sure what strange magics are afoot, but in Star City I seem to have stumbled across a lovely woman who says she is your grandmother, Sheila. She also happens to have a dashing escort named Enzo.
[Which she knows that it's a lot but likely best to get to the point.]
("This should go over well," Enzo says, awaiting Melanie's news drop.
Bonnie holds a hand to her ear and swears she heard her wrong. But, Melanie does not know about her grandmother, or, Enzo. She doesn't shift into her other world, she doesn't have to, something does feel different, like she's not keeping that pocket running.
She looks back at the table of all her witch friends, new and old. )
I don't - ( She grieved and moved on from Enzo, though she still keeps his blood in the necklace he gave her, to remember him by. And, as a witch, if there's an emergency. If she ever needed it. Everything comes crashing back as sound and color return from her deafening record scratch. ) You said, Star City? And Enzo. ( She thinks through how Melanie can even proceed. ) I'm sorry, can you... put my grandmother on the phone? Do you mind?
Grams. ( It's her. It's her voice. And it's her trepidation. She knows what lies beyond this. Nature and its' balance. ) Not anything I saw or felt. They released their ancestor, the first Gemini the curse was built on. He faded away. But, then we were all returned back to the courthouse.
[Sheila sighs, because there goes that idea. And that certainly doesn't account for poor Enzo.]
Well, I don't know if we can solve anything from here. I'm stuck across the country with two vampires and no proof of identity, because the person they're trying to identify is dead.
[So if you have any suggestions, Bonnie, now may be the time. Melanie holds up a finger briefly, because maybe? She might be able to help with that part?
Well, she'll have to ask Wesley who will have to ask Jay Michael, who will have to talk to his roommate, but they can at least be able to play six degrees of separation for the solution.
Not that Bonnie can see that, but Enzo and Shelia can.]
Though it seems your southern vampire friend may have some ideas.
I hope it helps that it's two vampires I trust. And, we can work on getting you an identity. If they're thinking of who I'm thinking of, Isaac also has an in, too. I'm not worried about getting you back here. Do you mind? Staying with Melanie and Enzo?
( Wherever they are in Seattle. )
We're all going to figure something out, okay. I think we all know the same guy and he's talented. Also, he kind of owes me one.
She assumed Bonnie trusted Enzo, but hearing that she trusts Melanie is also a relief. But with that she will pass her back to Melanie, and Melanie will take charge again, because that she is good at.]
Wesley's boyfriend is roommates with William Queen's sister, so if that is the man you are referring to, I am one step ahead of you. We'll work on the documents here, but once that is done, do you want us to put them on a plane or will you be traveling to us?
Could they travel to me? I'm - I'm in Baltimore right now, but I'm planning on returning to Mystic Falls tomorrow through the holidays. It's the holidays... ( It's the holidays... ) This conversation we're having is real, right? I know it is, but I've had a few cocktails because we just ended a curse and I... would not be imagining Melanie Hamilton. Never mind. If William needs anything, please let me know. And, and Grams needs a phone. And, maybe... information. On - what's going on now, in the world. And Enzo is okay, right? I haven't asked about Enzo.
Enzo mostly seems concerned with getting Sheila back to you as promptly as possible.
[She is seeing layers to him (14), that things may be slightly more complicated than that, but that's not something for Bonnie to worry about right now.]
And I have not imbibed enough alcohol to be hallucinating your relatives, so as far as I can tell this is very real. I'll be in touch.
("I trust she's safe with you and I appreciate you calling me. Let me know if anything else is needed," Bonnie says. Unlike Liv, she doesn't need a magical sobering remedy, this is enough. She has worked through the shock, turns back and sees if Isaac was able to listen in on her conversation over the morning crowd.
In a back alley in Seattle, Enzo gathers himself up now that he's had some time to be alive. He finds he likes Melanie's voice and the cool breeze. He did not like the harshness of the red neon just inside. He does miss that late evening, early morning air. He, yes, loves Bonnie Bennett and he always will. But first thing is first: Sheila. And he wouldn't be Enzo if he didn't know Bonnie was happy for the most part. She has her own found family, her Mystic Falls friend, and a werewolf named Isaac. It has been two decades since Stefan devastated Bonnie and ended what felt like his last chance for happiness and maybe it's not his last chance. Anymore. )
Bonnie thinks she's hallucinating. ( He informs Sheila because Sheila doesn't have vampire hearing, but he doesn't address the alcohol. This is still her grandmother. )
["I'm still not sure I'm not hallucinating," Sheila says with a sigh. This is not the day she expected but Melanie seems to have things well in hand.
Melanie sends a text, asking Wes and Jay Michael to join them outside - unfortunately they all may be leaving the fun early - but while they wait, she turns back to them with a smile.]
I will reach out to Bonnie's friend William and do what I can to get you on your way as soon as possible, but we can probably return to my hotel and manage from there, if that's alright with you all?
[Wes flips his phone over to read the text and sigh. "Melanie wants us outside."]
You aren't. I think if you were, you wouldn't hallucinate me. You and I never met. But, I heard great things. You really made an indelible mark on your granddaughter.
( There's an drop from the deep well of love he carries for Bonnie that accompanies a twinkle in his eye. )
If that hotel of yours has a bar, I won't be far behind.
( He's never wanted to drink more than right now.
Inside, Jay Michael finishes the last of his beer.
"This was fun while it lasted," he says, shoving his chair out from the table. He slaps a few bills on the table. Tips anyone could use in any of the underwear bands. He hugs Ali goodbye and follows his boyfriend out. )
("Probably no pressure needed," he says. He's actually a little wary of Bonnie because of her Mystic Falls connections, but he's heard good things and he trusts Wes. But, he will meet her on her own merits. Eventually. "It's nice to meetch ya both.")
Likewise. There was talk of moving this party to somewhere with libations. I wouldn't turn my nose up at real food, either.
Yes, Wesley would you go get the car? We can continue this conversation back in my suite where there is plenty of libations and we can order room service.
[Both needs met.
Wes nods and goes to leave but before Jay Michael can follow:]
Jay, I was also wondering if you might reach out to Mia? We may need her and William's help on this.
( That's right, William, Bonnie's friend is obviously his roommate's brother, and he has the shortest six degrees to him, so instead of following Wes to the car, he already has his phone in hand. He hasn't been given proper instructions, but he thinks he gets it. This woman is Bonnie's grandmother. All the O'Hara-Hamilton's stan for her. Enzo is attractive, British, and also there.
He can handle this assignment. But, it's very late/early, so he focuses on text. )
If you haven't crashed into bed after patrol, or if you skipped patrol and you're doom scrolling, call me.
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Tess (18) 100% notices something is off, because that grandmother and that handsome man appeared out of nowhere, and she glances over to Westley so see if he can confirm the same suspicions.
As he helps her down the last step, he does lean in, keeping his words close to her ear, looking like a grandson just helping her around the tables, still talking. )
Equally, I'd wager. Not, that I'd ever regret the opportunity to speak to Sheila Bennett in person, but I think we would both agree we didn't expect to be able to have any conversation any time soon, not with each other.
( Him not with anyone, because of his little shared prison world he released Bonnie from ages ago to live her life. Sheila, from, well, death. )
Let's get out into the street and get our bearings. Thank you, ( he graciously tells Tess as they pass by and disappear behind the entrance curtains and into the neon red hallway )
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Yeah, that's still throwing her, and probably causing most of her confusion. She continues to let Enzo lead, however, as they make their way out.
What they don't anticipate, is that someone else finds the name Sheila Bennett of interest. Melanie was simply looking forward to a fun outing with her nephew and his partner, nothing more, but it seems that life has a way of making things complicated.
She turns and raises an eyebrow back at Wes, as though to say did you hear what I heard? and he nods.
"Do you think it's the same Bennett?"]
I think there's only one way to find out. Excuse me, boys. You two keep having fun, and I'll be back.
[She follows the sound of the voices, stepping out into the hallway and greeting them both with a smile.]
Excuse me. I'm so sorry to bother you, but did you say Sheila Bennett? As in Bonnie Bennett?
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Well, it's a good thing this survived the trip back, or else your escort would be on fire.
( "Bennett?" Jay asks as Melanie makes a hasty exit.
Before they can leave the hallway, they're followed. Enzo stands, holding the door open. He's wary of anybody knowing Bonnie's name, especially after he and her dead grandmother have appeared together. )
That depends, do we have you, or her, to thank for our... afternoon surprise?
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Melanie pauses before shaking her head.]
That would take power beyond my mere simple vampire skills. I only ask because Bonnie is a dear friend, and I could call her for you?
[Sheila raises an eyebrow before nodding. "Bonnie is my granddaughter. If you could put us in touch, that would be helpful. I'm not sure where in the world she is these days."
Melanie smiles before pulling out her phone.]
Then please. Allow me.
[She then glances over at her handsome escort.]
Would Ms. Bennett be interested in your return as well, Mister - ?
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It's also been almost two decades so the ache he might feel knowing she is with someone else, having found her own family, kept her friends, it's not there like it should be. He is happy for her happiness. And he champions the love in her life ) As long as you don't eclipse Sheila, here's, return, by all means. She's the headline. In the meantime, Sheila, we should brainstorm who might be responsible for the by-line to this front page article.
( He never kept things from her. Even the hard things. But, he's not going to make this about him because it's not. )
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[She then holds up her phone and takes a step to the side - but not too far because she knows there's no point. One of them is a vampire, and more to the point she has nothing to hide.
And with that, she will call Bonnie.]
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Scotland brought everyone together and even though she wasn't involved on the assault on the Riverboat, she had a very nice dinner beforehand. And numbers were exchanged, and given after the fact. Last she checked, the Butler-O'Hara's and Melanie Hamilton were flying out to see Wes'.
Bonnie slides out of the booth and heads a few tables away. She's still running on adrenaline from the spell, and buzzing a little hard from two rounds of mimosas. She cuts off a laugh. )
Hey Melanie.
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[Which she knows that it's a lot but likely best to get to the point.]
I was wondering how you would like me to proceed.
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Bonnie holds a hand to her ear and swears she heard her wrong. But, Melanie does not know about her grandmother, or, Enzo. She doesn't shift into her other world, she doesn't have to, something does feel different, like she's not keeping that pocket running.
She looks back at the table of all her witch friends, new and old. )
I don't - ( She grieved and moved on from Enzo, though she still keeps his blood in the necklace he gave her, to remember him by. And, as a witch, if there's an emergency. If she ever needed it. Everything comes crashing back as sound and color return from her deafening record scratch. ) You said, Star City? And Enzo. ( She thinks through how Melanie can even proceed. ) I'm sorry, can you... put my grandmother on the phone? Do you mind?
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There's a small, muffled conversation on Bonnie's end, before the phone is passed off to Sheila and she brings the phone to her ear.]
Bonnie? Is this ... did something happen when you were breaking that curse?
[It's the only thing she can think of, so she has to ask.]
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( She goes through everything in her mind. )
I turned the key and so did Jo.
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Well, I don't know if we can solve anything from here. I'm stuck across the country with two vampires and no proof of identity, because the person they're trying to identify is dead.
[So if you have any suggestions, Bonnie, now may be the time. Melanie holds up a finger briefly, because maybe? She might be able to help with that part?
Well, she'll have to ask Wesley who will have to ask Jay Michael, who will have to talk to his roommate, but they can at least be able to play six degrees of separation for the solution.
Not that Bonnie can see that, but Enzo and Shelia can.]
Though it seems your southern vampire friend may have some ideas.
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( Wherever they are in Seattle. )
We're all going to figure something out, okay. I think we all know the same guy and he's talented. Also, he kind of owes me one.
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She assumed Bonnie trusted Enzo, but hearing that she trusts Melanie is also a relief. But with that she will pass her back to Melanie, and Melanie will take charge again, because that she is good at.]
Wesley's boyfriend is roommates with William Queen's sister, so if that is the man you are referring to, I am one step ahead of you. We'll work on the documents here, but once that is done, do you want us to put them on a plane or will you be traveling to us?
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[She is seeing layers to him (14), that things may be slightly more complicated than that, but that's not something for Bonnie to worry about right now.]
And I have not imbibed enough alcohol to be hallucinating your relatives, so as far as I can tell this is very real. I'll be in touch.
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In a back alley in Seattle, Enzo gathers himself up now that he's had some time to be alive. He finds he likes Melanie's voice and the cool breeze. He did not like the harshness of the red neon just inside. He does miss that late evening, early morning air. He, yes, loves Bonnie Bennett and he always will. But first thing is first: Sheila. And he wouldn't be Enzo if he didn't know Bonnie was happy for the most part. She has her own found family, her Mystic Falls friend, and a werewolf named Isaac. It has been two decades since Stefan devastated Bonnie and ended what felt like his last chance for happiness and maybe it's not his last chance. Anymore. )
Bonnie thinks she's hallucinating. ( He informs Sheila because Sheila doesn't have vampire hearing, but he doesn't address the alcohol. This is still her grandmother. )
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Melanie sends a text, asking Wes and Jay Michael to join them outside - unfortunately they all may be leaving the fun early - but while they wait, she turns back to them with a smile.]
I will reach out to Bonnie's friend William and do what I can to get you on your way as soon as possible, but we can probably return to my hotel and manage from there, if that's alright with you all?
[Wes flips his phone over to read the text and sigh. "Melanie wants us outside."]
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( There's an drop from the deep well of love he carries for Bonnie that accompanies a twinkle in his eye. )
If that hotel of yours has a bar, I won't be far behind.
( He's never wanted to drink more than right now.
Inside, Jay Michael finishes the last of his beer.
"This was fun while it lasted," he says, shoving his chair out from the table. He slaps a few bills on the table. Tips anyone could use in any of the underwear bands. He hugs Ali goodbye and follows his boyfriend out. )
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Oh, both of those things can certainly be arranged.
[And as that's established, the boys arrive and she smiles.]
This is my nephew Wesley, and his boyfriend Jay Michael. Boys, may I introduce Enzo St. John and Sheila Bennett?
[And before Wes has to ask:]
Sheila is Bonnie's grandmother.
[At that, Wes lights up. "Oh, wonderful. We love Bonnie." A beat. "Well, Jay hasn't met Bonnie yet, but I'm sure he'll love her when he does."
Sheila smiles. "Let's not put too much pressure on him."]
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Likewise. There was talk of moving this party to somewhere with libations. I wouldn't turn my nose up at real food, either.
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[Both needs met.
Wes nods and goes to leave but before Jay Michael can follow:]
Jay, I was also wondering if you might reach out to Mia? We may need her and William's help on this.
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He can handle this assignment. But, it's very late/early, so he focuses on text. )
If you haven't crashed into bed after patrol, or if you skipped patrol and you're doom scrolling, call me.
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By the time Wes pulls up with the car, Jay Michael's phone is ringing with Mia's name on the caller ID.]
What's on fire?
[She's guessing from the tone that something's on fire.]
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( He can't always remember who's met who. )
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