Elena appreciated his efforts to lighten the mood and she managed a smile in return. "I have to say that I'm glad Paige and Derek didn't tell you," she said. "Because it was my secret to tell. I wish they had encouraged me to tell you though." It would have been hard for her to do so, but if her friends assured her that Chris was aware of the existence of werewolves and not a threat, she probably would have done it. "Though, it would have been nice to know I was sleeping with the enemy."
See, she could make jokes too.
"I'm curious though," she said, taking a step towards him, but being careful to keep a little distance between them. "How do you feel about me?"