: To save his siblings from the curse, Elijah is forced to "neutralize" Rebekah by daggering her again, adding a layer of tragic necessity to their "Always and Forever" vow. Critical Reception
: The episode successfully transitions from the slow-burn mystery of the Strix to an immediate, visceral threat within the family. [S3E9] Savior
: The episode is best known for the shocking cliffhanger involving Cami O'Connell . Just as she and Klaus finally share a long-awaited romantic moment, Klaus wakes up on Christmas morning to find her throat slit, presumably by Aurora de Martel. : To save his siblings from the curse,