But we quickly learn Stefan has a secret. He’s a vampire! And he’s returned to Mystic Falls for a specific reason: he’s been watching Elena. It’s creepy if you think about it too hard, but in the context of the show, it’s romantic destiny. He’s trying to live a "humane" life, drinking animal blood and squinting in the sunlight (thank god for lapis lazuli rings).
: During a party at the falls, Vicki Donovan is attacked by a "vampire" (later revealed to be Damon ) and found bleeding from her neck. vampire diaries episode 1
The Pilot of The Vampire Diaries promised us mystery, romance, and danger. It gave us the blueprint for the Salvatore brothers—a dynamic that would carry the show for years. While the fashion and CGI have aged (that crow!), the core story remains compelling. But we quickly learn Stefan has a secret