Zane Stephens

When Matty's ex-husband, Ethan, asks her for help when criminals kidnap his wife and daughter, Matty must decide if she is willing to commit treason to help. Meanwhile, Riley joins Billy Colton and Mama Colton on a mission to Paris.

Stefan has hidden the coffins holding the bodies of Klaus's family, and a furious Klaus soon turns to violence to try to get them back - but with Stefan seemingly turned to the dark side, will a threat against Elena and her family sway him to help them? Elsewhere, after a frightening incident, Elena and Alaric become more concerned than ever about Jeremy, and Tyler continues to enjoy his new status as a hybrid.

Before the Homecoming dance, Rebekah opens up to Elena about why the evening is so important to her - and her confession leaves Elena with conflicting emotions. Meanwhile, Caroline and Matt are both shocked at the way Tyler acts at the event, and the night takes a surreal turn as Klaus puts his latest plan into action. Damon is determined to outsmart him, entering a dangerous partnership in order to achieve his goal.