The Day I Tried to Live

what happens

Determined to celebrate Bonnie’s birthday, Elena convinces Jeremy that it’s what Bonnie would have wanted. After piecing the broken ascendant back together, Elena, Jeremy and Damon attempt to send Bonnie a message, but the situation turns dire when they make an unsettling discovery. Meanwhile, after uncovering Stefan’s secret about his great-niece Sarah Salvatore, Enzo enlists a reluctant Matt to help interfere with her life. Elsewhere, Stefan keeps a close eye on Caroline as she unconventionally attempts to cope with everything going on around her. Lastly, realizing it might be time to move on with his life, Jeremy contemplates leaving Mystic Falls for good.

who made it

directed

Pascal Verschooris

written

Chad Fiveash

guest cast

Billed for this episode only — the turn people remember an episode for.

• Chris Wood as Kai Parker
• Tristin Mays as Sarah Nelson
• Penelope Mitchell as Liv Parker