C125 THEY HAD NO IDEA WHO THEY WERE FIGHTING

Earlier that day, on the highway.

Elena was talking about Stefan's newfound romantic side, her voice light and happy as they drove back from their vacation. She was more relaxed than Mose had seen her in months, and it made something warm settle in his chest.

"I still can't believe he threatened to fire you if you didn't take me on vacation," Elena said, adjusting the radio volume