Human Elena might have chosen the stable relationship she had with Stefan, but there was a part of Elena that craved the passion that came with choosing Damon. And becoming a vampire will most assuredly bring that desire to the forefront.
由 freeing Andie and seeing himself as reflected through Elena’s eyes, he saw the monster that he still is. The path to redemption and 爱情 is a long one for a man so far down the wrong path.
Stefan observing Elena for weeks and deciding to stay in Mystic Falls because he “had to know [her]” is three steps beyond messed up and into psycho-stalker territory.