Through journals discovered in the library, Elena learns the truth about the Founders' Council—a secret society of founding families (the Gilberts, Fells, Forbes, and Lockwoods) dedicated to eradicating vampires. In 1864, they burned the vampires in the old church. Elena realizes that Stefan and Damon were there.
She eventually confronts Stefan, and he confesses everything: he is a vampire, he knew Katherine, and he loves Elena for her , not as a replacement. Their bond deepens, but the threat of the Council looms. season 1 tvd
The scope expands beyond the love triangle. Bonnie Bennett , Elena’s best friend, discovers she is a witch from a powerful lineage. Alaric Saltzman arrives as the new history teacher, hunting vampires to avenge his wife’s death. Through journals discovered in the library, Elena learns