[ elena had been a little off in her own world before nikola sat down. it's only at that moment he sits down that she notices him - and seems to notice much of anyone. it startles her at first, the sudden presence, and someone's fingers in her food, but once she recognizes him her expression changes.
she's happy to see a familiar face, and she's pleased it's her new non-vampire friend. her fries are your fries, nikola. ] What about French toast?