Javier Carrasquillo

Stefan is hopeful that his plan to get rid of Damon is working, and decides to reveal parts of his past to Elena. At a fundraising car wash, Bonnie is surprised by powers she didn't know she possessed. Finally, Elena hears a disturbing story about the Salvatore family.

Elena demands that Stefan explain the frightening events that have been happening in Mystic Falls. In flashbacks, Stefan explains how his rivalry with Damon began. Back in the present, Damon impulsively takes control of Vicki's future, and a terrified Vicki runs away.

Pamela finally gets answers regarding Chase's whereabouts; Denise begins EMT training; Jeremy is involved in a bombing in Iraq; Roxy comes to a decision about having a baby with Trevor.

Denise and Frank find out the gender of their baby; Joan struggles with her recovery and her inability to deploy with her unit; Pamela considers dating.

Members of the tribe lean on one another as they cope with the loss of a loved one.

Emmalin gets permission to return to the ice; Joan gets clearance from her doctors to spend time alone with Sarah Elizabeth; Pamela participates in a speed dating event; Denise is unable to sleep.