It might surprise you, Elena, but you're not the only one who hates my brother.

( it's the lightest of jokes before he shakes and then bows his head. he makes no excuses for his brother. niklaus has made many mistakes in his life and though he will rationalize them, elijah knows that sometimes his brother is just a bastard. )

For what it's worth, Elena, and I don't know if it's worth anything at all, I am sorry about your aunt. I'm making no excuses for it, I'm just sorry.