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Season 1, Episode 19 of The Vampire Diaries , titled is a pivotal turning point for the series' central love triangle and Stefan Salvatore’s character arc. Originally aired on April 22, 2010, the episode juxtaposes the traditional elegance of a small-town beauty pageant with the dark, spiraling addiction of one of its protagonists. The Descent of Stefan Salvatore

: After secretly drinking human blood, Stefan becomes increasingly volatile and loses control during the pageant. The_vampire_diares_1x19

: When Stefan fails to show up for his dance with Elena during the pageant, Damon steps in to save her from public humiliation. Season 1, Episode 19 of The Vampire Diaries

The episode focuses heavily on Stefan’s struggle with a newfound addiction to human blood. : When Stefan fails to show up for

Many fans consider this episode the true beginning of the romance between Elena Gilbert and Damon Salvatore.

: Elena, Damon, and Bonnie eventually find him, and the episode ends with Stefan being locked in the Salvatore cellar to detox and desiccate. The "Delena" Turning Point