Mariana Gilbert is the older twin sister of Elena by 5 minutes . For years, they lived a pretty ordinary life... Until they start a fresh, new school year months after their parents die. Mari now feels responsible for both Elena and their little brother Jeremy. She feels like she needs to protect them at any cost.. Especially after a pair of Salvatore brothers wind up in town..

"Be my salvation." [IN WHICH SHE TRIED TO FIND HER SALVATION]