Stefan. It's Elena. [ stop stating the obvious, gilbert. her voice is calm and collected, if not slightly melancholic. turmoiled, if you're paying close attention. ] You've probably noticed Damon hasn't been around. I helped Bonnie do a locator spell and he isn't in Wonderland. I know — I know it looks bad, but his things are still here, and his room is untouched. It means he'll be back. [ her words gain conviction, if only to reassure him. ]

I just thought you should know.