2. The Night of the Comet

Vicki recovers in the hospital from an attack and begins to remember what happened, but Stefan tries to prevent her from recalling what actually occurred. Meanwhile, Elena meets Damon, who reveals to her some surprising secrets about Stefan's past; and Jeremy struggles with his feelings for Vicki.

Plot summary and ending

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Complete story — includes the ending

Mystic Falls begins preparations to celebrate the passing of a comet. As Vicki recuperates in the hospital from Damon's attack, Stefan attempts to use mind compulsion to erase her memories of the attack, but is interrupted by Matt. At school, Mr. Tanner warns Elena and Jeremy's aunt and legal guardian Jenna Sommers about the latter's recent behavior. Elena visits the Salvatore home and meets Damon for the first time. He hints at a troubling past between him and Stefan, causing Elena to become suspicious, but she and Stefan grow closer and eventually kiss. Elsewhere, Damon finds his next victim in Caroline.

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