The only time an Original as powerful as Klaus can be killed is during the transition phase of the ritual when he is vulnerable.

Elena and Stefan's getaway turns deadly when Jules and her pack track them down. Stefan is captured and tortured with wooden bullets while Brady attempts to take Elena.

Damon attends a historical society tea to confront Elijah. Elijah demonstrates his power and makes it clear that Damon cannot stop him, though Damon continues to look for a way to kill the Original vampire. Character Reports Elena Gilbert & Stefan Salvatore

John Gilbert begins blackmailing Alaric, threatening to reveal his "secret hobbies" (vampire hunting) and the truth about his wife, Isobel, to Jenna.

Elena eventually admits she doesn't want to die but feels she has no other choice to save her loved ones. Tyler Lockwood