Stefan attempts to show Elena what it is like to start over and create a new identity, while an unsuspecting Matt finds himself in a disturbing situation when Tripp lets him in on a dark secret.
Damon believes that if he sees Elena, all her memories of him will be restored, but she does not want to meet him. Will they finally be reunited?
Elena struggles to cope with Damon's death as she returns to Whitmore College for her sophomore year. Luke gives her drugs in order to see Damon, but she soon develops side effects that make her violent.
Kai tells Bonnie and Damon to prepare for the eclipse that can bring them back home and Stefan tells Caroline to teach Ivy the vampire ropes.
Elena plans to introduce Caroline to Liam; Liv makes a confession to Tyler; Bonnie and Damon find clues that make them think they might not be alone.