( She doesn't break down in Elena's arms, she doesn't think she has the luxury. Elena has lost so much, and Stefan was hers in the first place. It's something Caroline has long worked past, but, she respects what this Elena had and what it sounds like she never had. (With Stefan and Damon respectively.) She lets a few more tears slip out before pulling back, a smile still on her face. )
It's okay. I'm okay. It's been -- gosh, ten, twelve years.
( She uses one finger to wipe any remnants of tears away. )
I am, Elena. I'm okay.
( She really will always love him. She gives Elena a look they both know, Elena will be the first to know if Caroline isn't. )
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It's okay. I'm okay. It's been -- gosh, ten, twelve years.
( She uses one finger to wipe any remnants of tears away. )
I am, Elena. I'm okay.
( She really will always love him. She gives Elena a look they both know, Elena will be the first to know if Caroline isn't. )