Damon: I just have to say something.
Elena: Why do you have to say it with my necklace?
Damon: Well… Because what i’m about to say is probably the most selfish thing I’ve ever said in my life.
Elena: Damon, don’t go there.
Damon: No. I just have to say it once. You just need to hear it. I love you, Elena. And it’s because I love you that… I can’t be selfish with you… Why you can’t know this. I don’t deserve you…But my brother does. God, I wish you didn’t have to forget this. But you do.
-Rose 2x08