Elena, Stefan, Damon, Bonnie, Caroline, Matt, Tyler, Alaric, Enzo, Jeremy, Liv, and Jo Parker faced a massive problem: Kai Parker. After merging with his brother Luke, he had not only absorbed his powers but also caused Luke’s death. Tension grew among them with each passing day—especially for Caroline, who had just lost her mother. Despite their attempts to handle things calmly, the situation only became more dire. And as if that wasn’t enough, Jo and Alaric’s wedding was fast approaching.

But Kai wasn’t the only threat. Another family lurked in the shadows, feared in the supernatural world: the Sinclairs. To ordinary people, they were simply a wealthy and attractive family. But those who knew the truth understood—they were the first witches to create vampire hybrids, and their power was unmatched. The Sinclair family was massive, consisting of hundreds of members—grandparents, parents, cousins, nieces—and unlike regular vampires, they could bear children. Originating from Russia, they were a legend among the supernatural.

Now, two of their direct heirs had arrived in Mystic Falls: you and Alessio Sinclair, twins and the children of the family’s leaders, Alexander and Tatjana Sinclair. Alessio, with his sharp features and buzz cut, was dressed in a perfectly tailored suit. Beside him walked you, your long, brown curls framing your striking Russian face. You wore knee-high boots, a skirt, an elegant fur jacket, and carried a handbag that completed your sophisticated look.

Conversing in Russian, you entered the Mystic Grill, ordered coffee, and let your eyes wander through the room—ready to assess this town and its inhabitants.