Andrene Ward-Hammond

In the aftermath of Alaric and Jo's (recurring guest star Jodi Lyn O'Keefe) powerful nuptials, things take a dramatic turn when an uninvited guest shows up, leaving Elena in terrible jeopardy. Despite Matt's advice to leave town to protect herself, a defiant Bonnie takes matters into her own hands after finding herself on the receiving end of a twisted plan. As Stefan and Caroline reach an emotional crossroads in their relationship, a reunion with Liv (recurring guest star Penelope Mitchell) leaves Tyler faced with a decision that could change his life forever. Meanwhile, Lily's (recurring guest star Annie Wersching) reckless actions cause Stefan to realize the lengths to which his mother will go to reunite with her "family." Finally, after a devastating chain of events, Damon is forced to make the most difficult decision of his life.

Special Agent Pride and the NCIS team investigate the murder of an immigrant Petty Officer that was staged as a suicide. Also, the team secretly creates an online dating profile for Special Agent Pride.

While undergoing mediation, Darla (Bianca Lawson) comes to Ralph Angel's (Kofi Siriboe) defense, reclaiming her independence from her mother. Nova (Rutina Wesley) decides to include more personal information in her book, which leads her to make a confession to Too Sweet. Meanwhile, Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) confronts Micah (Nicholas L. Ashe) about the fire, and Micah turns to Nova for comfort. Micah, Asha, KJ, and Malik later discover how Ant got caught. While discussing the issue with Davis (Timon Kyle Durrett), Charley and Davis share an unexpected moment. Elsewhere, the plan for the prison reach the town, and at the Landry Enterprises board meeting, it's revealed that the vote has already taken place. With only the Parish Council vote left, the prospects look grim.

Ben forms a cautious alliance with an isolated college student from Flight 828.

Michaela and Ben put everything on the line to attempt a daring rescue.