It seems the show may feel the way we do and wanted to wrap up this werewolf nonsense quickly because by the end of these episodes most of them are missing their hearts. Before that happens, though, they torture both Caroline and Damon, try to kidnap Elena while she and Stefan are trying to have a weekend away from all of this mess, and try to turn Tyler against his friends. This doesn't go over well for them in the end, and it causes a huge rift for Caroline and Tyler.
Meanwhile, Uncle John is up to something. He almost seems like he's trying to help, but we don't trust him. Plus, he's messing with Jenna's head. You DON'T mess with Jenna!