"We can go again, you and I. And get pictures with her and Santa. Mommy and Auntie twin and baby Alexia. Plus I can do my shopping for Stefan this time around. I feel I should get him something. Even if he isn't my Stefan." Elena knew Kat was probably hurt at being left out, and it had not been intentional. So she wanted the girl to know that she'd be willing to do it again if it made her happy.
"I'm glad you have the chance again," Elena said softly. "I'd wish for your every happiness if I could, but starting with that seemed like a fairly good start. Would you ever...you know...want to meet him? I mean before hie was born? This is the second time seeing how Alexia turns out all grown up. And while I'm so happy she turned out so well, it breaks my heart that Dimitri will never be born...and that..." a tear rolled down her face "that he never shows up."