Elena has to try to cope with the extreme highs and lows of becoming a vampire, while Stefan and Damon almost come to blows arguing over what is best for her and a stranger arrives in town questioning the Sheriff and the Mayor.
An extremely intelligent Navy coder, employed by Brody's mum, is put in danger when the heart intended for him is stolen.
When an Australian Royal Navy Lieutenant is murdered in New Orleans, Special Agent Naomi Parsons is sent to work with Special Agent Pride.