STEFAN: I hopeDamon didn't drive you too crazy.

ELENA: No, actually, he was on good behavior.He even apologized and explained why he is the way he is. And it all goes backto Katherine.

STEFAN: Hmm.

ELENA: So tell me about her. What happened?

STEFAN: It's notsomething I like to talk about.

ELENA: I get that. I do. I just want you toknow that you can. I mean, I burden you with all of my drama, and I want you todo the same.

STEFAN: I know.Thank you.

ELENA: The truth is, Stefan... I don't reallyknow that much about you, and I'd really love it if you would open up to me.

STEFAN: Damonsaid something, didn't he? He likes to play games and cause trouble, Elena.

ELENA: This isn't about Damon, it's about metrying to get to know you. Look, you're the mystery guy, and I like that. Butwith mystery comes secrets, and this thing with Katherine.

STEFAN: Let itgo. I don't want to talk about it.

ELENA: Well, then, say something aboutyourself. Anything. Otherwise, I'm left with nothing but what other people tellme.

STEFAN: Don'tyou see what Damon has done here? He's trying to get you to turn against me.

ELENA: Well, then I guess it's working.