[s5e12] The: Devil Inside

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

In Season 5, Episode 12, titled " The Devil Inside ," Katherine Pierce successfully executes her plan to cheat death by permanently hijacking Elena Gilbert's body. This episode marks a dark shift in the season, focusing on Katherine’s deception and Damon’s subsequent downward spiral. 🧛 Katherine’s Master Plan

Tyler overhears the confession, leading to a violent confrontation where Stefan has to intervene to stop Tyler from hurting Caroline. [S5E12] The Devil Inside

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

Caroline Forbes admits to "Elena" (Katherine) that she slept with Klaus . Elena briefly regains control and tries to flee,

Matt throws a welcome-back party for , but the celebration is short-lived.

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

Believing he is speaking to Elena, tries to reconcile, admitting he needs her "goodness" to stay in the light.