Michael Lee Kimel

Stefan and Klaus form an uneasy alliance to try and contain the danger that Connor (recurring guest star Todd Williams) has unleashed on the town. When Connor takes Jeremy, Matt and April (recurring guest star Grace Phipps) hostage at the Grill, Stefan and Damon have a serious disagreement about the best course of action, and Elena is again caught between the two brothers. The situation quickly turns violent when Klaus sends one of his hybrids, Dean (guest star Blake Hood – 90210), to stand up to Connor. Caroline is surprised to find Hayley (recurring guest star Phoebe Tonkin) at the Lockwood mansion. Meanwhile, Professor Shane (recurring guest star David Alpay) works with Bonnie to help her get past her fear and guilt.

Damon goes with Elena and Bonnie to visit Whitmore College, where Professor Shane (recurring guest star David Alpay – The Borgias) is taking over the Occult Studies classes formerly taught by Bonnie’s grandmother. At a fraternity costume party, Damon takes advantage of the wild scene to give Elena a lesson in choosing a victim. Rebekah’s (recurring guest star Claire Holt) attempt to buy Matt’s forgiveness falls flat, but she is intrigued by unexpected news from Klaus. When Stefan questions Klaus about Connor’s (recurring guest star Todd Williams) motives, Klaus reveals a long-ago encounter with a powerful group of vampire hunters — flashing back to 12th century Italy — but it is Rebekah who delivers the information that stuns Stefan.