I will neither confirm nor deny, ❰ damon says, though the grin on his face is as good of confirmation as if he'd just said yes in the first place. look, if it's not going to kill her (which sam will definitely not) it'll be fun to watch elena get her butt kicked a little. it's fun, seeing her presented with a challenge she wrestles to the ground and beats at until she stands victorious. ❱

We should get you a sword, too. If Lakshmi ever tries to attack you again, she might go for a blade. It's easier to beat people if you know how to anticipate their movements.

❰ not that he wants to bring up sore spots, but he still doesn't trust lakshmi, and he thinks the only reason she hasn't made a move recently is because the mission takes precedent. when that stops being true... well. who knows? ❱