"I've never thought of leaving Mystic Falls," Elena told him. "My family has been there since... well, you know how long." She gave him a sheepish smile. It wasn't like she had to tell him her family was one of the founding families. His was too. "Wherever my life led me, I was pretty sure I'd at least stay home." But her family life had been good. With her adoptive parents, at least. She had never been seen as a disappointment.
"I'm sorry she hurt you, Damon," Elena said sincerely. "You and Stefan didn't deserve that." She bit down on her lip gently. "But I am glad that I had a chance to meet both of you. Even with all of the crazy stuff that came after I met you guys."