‘The Vampire Diaries’ season 6 spoilers: ‘Because’ leads to Ian Somerhalder debate

The funny thing about “The Vampire Diaries” at the moment is that we’ve become almost used to long episode titles this season, mostly because of that decision to give season 6 such a 1990s theme. Therefore, we’re sometimes surprised when the show decides to go in a “different” direction, which is what we’re getting with “Because.” This is the title for the April 23 episode of the show, and while it’s not a complete departure from the theme, it is at least a title that you’ll remember.

Also, this is an episode with a memorable story themed around something that has already served as a key issue: The vampire cure. Now that Damon knows about one again, is he going to actually decide to let Elena know? She is in the midst of a mire of tough feelings after watching Alaric and Jo move forward and start a family; at one point she wanted a normal life, but has started to come to terms with the idea that this is not in the cards for her … but it could be.

Take a look at the just-released synopsis via The CW below, which also contains big stories for Enzo and Caroline:

“Wrestling with whether or not to tell Elena (Nina Dobrev) about the cure, Damon (Ian Somerhalder) brings up their future together and what life would be like if they weren’t vampires.  Meanwhile, it’s all hands on deck when attempts to stop a humanity-free Caroline (Candice Accola) doesn’t go as planned.  Elsewhere, when Bonnie (Kat Graham) discovers that Damon has betrayed her trust, she takes matters into her own hands, setting off a chain of events that leaves Damon dealing with the fallout.  Lastly, after being forced to face his traumatic past, Enzo (Michael Malarkey) sets out for answers and is surprised when he learns the truth about the day he was turned into a vampire.”

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