The problem is, Stefan and Elena are going to do it anyway. Because they haven't had decades that determined their lives aren't worth being risked for Damon's or that they're better off without him there. And to be fair, Stefan wouldn't send him back there, even if he didn't care. And maybe that makes him reckless and self-sacrificing, but it's Damon.

He's one of the most important people in Stefan's life too.

"See, whenever you tell me it's fine? I can't help but worry."