Elena was pleased to have something else to do here, especially since she was getting the chance to spend another night with Damon. Of course he had already spoiled her with a new dress and a stunning necklace to wear to the show. Once they were both dressed she allowed him to guide her out of their apartment and to the opera house. Once they had found their seats she leaned in close to him as they show started. She was obviously enjoying it, because there was a big smile on her face throughout the whole thing. Of course she made sure to keep contact with him the entire time, because she didn't feel right otherwise. Without his reassuring touch she felt like she might lose control if something was to go wrong.
As soon as the show came to a close she waited for him to rise first and then took his hand and allowed him to lead her into the gala. She didn't mind it when he took the lead, because she knew he only did it that way because he loved her and wanted to protect her. She couldn't ever blame him for that.