Damon kills a local boy and compels his girlfriend to point out Lexi as the vampire responsible.

After Damon erased Jeremy’s memory of Vicki's death, Jeremy is suddenly a model student, though Elena worries about the permanent effects of Damon's mind control.

As Sheriff Forbes confronts Lexi with vervain, Damon steps in and stakes Lexi in the heart to appear as the town's "hero" and protector.

Lexi easily overpowers Damon, warning him not to ruin Stefan's birthday. 🗡️ Damon's "Plan" and a Tragic Death