[ she's glad to see her friend happy and positive about something-it gave her hope. but at the same time she can't help but think about Mystic Falls and the people left behind.]
I get that. People can disappear without warning. [people like Jenna and Rick. their family. Bonnie missed them and she didn't think that they would come back anytime soon.
Elena's next few words make her pause and stare at her bestie for a few moments.] You wanna stay? This isn't our home, Elena. I know that we have people here that we care about here and you're starting to like Sam but we also have a life back home in Mystic Falls.
[she's not trying to rain on elena's parade or discourage her from pursuing something with sam. it's more of a gentle reminder that they don't belong in prison, that they should be back home, even with all the crazy crap that happens.]
Has Sam mentioned anything about wanting to return home to you? Is that why you said that?