Ric shot her a bit of a glance, but didn't comment. Of course working there meant seeing pretty much everyone in Mystic Falls. "He'd be less scary, if he were less polite." Not a doubt in his mind about that, at least to him. "There's only so much reserve and control one guy can project before he tips over into psycho territory."

Then he remembered the start of this conversation, and smiled at Damon. "I'm sure you'll be fine. Call in check in with me, though. Just so I know you're okay."