Javier Carrasquillo

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.

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.

Claudia Joy develops medical issues; Pamela is concerned about Finn and TJ's relationship with Roxy's ex; Roland and Joan move forward with plans to expand their family.

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

Claudia Joy's first day as a law associate is not what she expected; Roxy worries about her friendship with Pamela; Joan and Roland are concerned about Sara Elizabeth's preschool; Denise, Claudia Joy, Pamela and Roxy plan a wedding shower.

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.