[s5e12] The Devil Inside Direct

The episode ends with Damon brutally killing Aaron Whitmore , effectively burning his bridges with "Elena." 🥳 The Party & Personal Conflicts

Katherine (as Elena) coldly dumps him, telling him they are over for good.

Believing he is speaking to Elena, tries to reconcile, admitting he needs her "goodness" to stay in the light. [S5E12] The Devil Inside

Elena briefly regains control and tries to flee, but the Travelers complete the spell just as she reaches Damon.

Matt throws a welcome-back party for , but the celebration is short-lived. The episode ends with Damon brutally killing Aaron

Katherine forces Matt Donovan to help her mimic Elena’s mannerisms and history so she can go undetected.

In a rare moment of softness, Stefan comforts Caroline, telling her that while she made a mistake, she is not a "horrible person." Matt throws a welcome-back party for , but

Heartbroken and feeling like a monster, Damon teams up with Enzo and reverts to his villainous ways.