A short fic that takes place in 4x12 after Elena sees Damon
"Where's that Gilbert optimism?" says Damon as he enters the room
Elena turns quickly as Damon comes toward her; she can't help but to smile when she sees his familiar face again.
"Hi" Damon says softly, as he returns the smile
Elena grabs him in a tight hug, not wanting to let go, and takes in his wonderful scent.
Elena would've kissed him right then and there, but she didn't want to do it in front of Bonnie, much less Jeremy.
Jeremy and Bonnie exchange small smiles as they watch their sister and friend hug the person she loves.
Damon rubs her back while he says "Sorry I missed all the excitement"
Elena lets go and holds his arms and says "I'm just happy to see you"
Damon's heart leaps and can't help but grimace at the girl he loves so much.
Just as Damon was about to speak, The front door creeps open and Stefan walks in ruining their reuniting moment, and Damon and Elena are forced to put their feelings aside.