Synopsis

The arrival of Liv and Luke’s father in town for their birthday prompts a plea: they attempt to persuade him to allow Jo and Kai to substitute for them in the upcoming merge ceremony. News of the accelerated merge reaches Tyler, who urgently requests that Liv grant him a conversation with her father. Elsewhere, Caroline's desperate attempt to cure her mother takes a disastrous turn, drawing Elena, Stefan, and Damon to the hospital. Meanwhile, Jo fights to save Sheriff Forbes’ life. As the merge