WHO: Damon, Stefan, Arik, Claudia WHEN: Week 6, Wednesday evening WHERE: Arik's house WHAT: The most awkward birthday dinner ever. RATING: TBD STATUS: Closed/In progress
So this was awkward. It really was.
Damon sighed, leaning up against his car. He sent Arik a quick text to meet him outside, trying to assess the situation before heading in. After the talk he had with his brother, Damon was expecting a lukewarm reception at best. He knew that he earned it, and he didn't regret being in a relationship, but things were going to be weird before they got better. He was determined to keep tonight sane, and fun.
He dropped the phone in his pocket, making sure he had Stefan's birthday present on him. It could have went down a little differently, but - then his mind drifted back to the brunette that had occupied his thoughts these last few weeks. The slow smile curled the corners of his lips. The dinner party would be awkward, but he could handle it. Stefan was in good hands. Damon didn't have to worry, and when he left, Arik and Claudia would take care of him. They would give him an even better birthday.