Ep 10. Christmas Through Your Eyes

As Elena tries to come to terms with the loss of Damon and Bonnie, she is determined to have a happy Christmas with her friends and family in Mystic Falls. In the town square, Caroline and Stefan set up an impressive Christmas tree and decorate it with lights and ornaments. However, Caroline's holiday cheer is dampened when she receives a call from her mother, who informs her that the Gemini coven has taken over her body and that she won't survive the merge with her twin brother, Luke.

Meanwhile, Alaric envisions a happy future with Jo and their unborn twins, but his dreams are shattered when he discovers that Kai, the psychotic leader of the Gemini coven, has escaped from the prison world and is now targeting Jo and their babies. Determined to protect his family, Alaric turns to Damon for help in taking down Kai once and for all.

As the gang gathers for a Christmas Eve celebration, they exchange gifts and share memories of their loved ones. Elena receives a special gift from Damon, which brings tears to her eyes. Meanwhile, Stefan opens a gift from Caroline that prompts him to realize that he is in love with her. Caroline, on the other hand, is too overwhelmed with her mother's predicament to fully appreciate Stefan's confession.

Later that night, Caroline and Stefan stumble upon a family of travelers who are stranded in the snow. Determined to help them, Caroline uses her vampire speed to clear the road, while Stefan and Elena provide shelter for the family in the Salvatore mansion.

As the hours tick by, Caroline realizes that her time with her mother is limited and decides to make the most of it. She and Stefan share a kiss under the mistletoe and Caroline opens up to him about her fears and worries. Stefan reassures her that they will face whatever comes together, no matter what.

In the end, the group gathers around the Christmas tree to exchange heartfelt gifts and make new memories together. Despite the turmoil and uncertainty of the past year, they are reminded that they are each other's family, and that they will always be there for each other, no matter what challenges may come their way.