They’re floating lanterns in the sky. Can you believe that? Japanese lanterns are a symbol of letting of the past. Well here’s a news flash, we’re not Japanese. I know what you’re going to say, ‘It makes them feel better, Damon.’ So what? For how long, a minute? A day? What difference does it make…

I’m sorry for killing you.
Twice.

— AU: Damon/Alaric in a zombie apocalypse.