[Stefan gives John a grateful nod as he steps to the side, because this is probably something that's better worked through with just the two of them. He reaches forward as John leaves, taking her hand gently and pulling her in closer. He feels colder, even colder than he would as a vampire, but he's there physically, and the contact might help make this a little easier.]
Not for me. Not this time. I don't want to come back and run the risk of being used against you again.
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Not for me. Not this time. I don't want to come back and run the risk of being used against you again.