because the lives of the wicked should be made brief

[somanyadjectives]

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[matriarchate]

Probably not, but that's a long time.

( For Damon to hold a candle. And maybe his candle was finally snuffed out. )

I guess you'll see. Or, you won't. You're going to give him space, right?

[braveandstupid]

[She nods. She won't be reaching out first, at any rate. He'll call her when he's ready.]

He's staying in New Orleans for a while, so we don't even have the excuse of accidentally running into each other.

[matriarchate]

Or, "accidentally."

( Which works. )

Well. I wish him well.

[braveandstupid]

Me too. But for right now, I think I need a drink.

[A really good drink. She hasn't in a while but she is overdue and it's been a long day.]

Want to go break into Dean's good stuff?

[She will replace it before he gets back.]

[matriarchate]

Yes, please.

( Fantastic idea. Elena deserves it. )