Stefan might also cry when he realizes he's losing his humanity bit by bit. In the Vampire Diaries, the struggle to hold on to one's humanity is a big theme. In fanfiction, an author could write a scene where Stefan sees the signs of his slipping humanity and is overcome with grief, crying as he fears becoming a monster again.
There are many great ones. 'A Tear in the Night' is a fanfiction that shows Stefan crying when he's betrayed by someone he thought was a friend. It really delves into his emotions and how his trust issues are further exacerbated by this betrayal.
A fanfiction where Stefan gets hurt could start with him being lured into a trap by an old enemy. They manage to wound him badly using a weapon made of a special material that weakens vampires. Stefan would be in pain and his brothers and friends in the Vampire Diaries world would have to band together. Bonnie could use her magic to try and heal him while Damon plots revenge against those who hurt Stefan.
One popular fanfiction could be about Valerie and Stefan's secret meetings in the woods. Maybe they share a deep connection that was hidden from others in the series. They could be exploring their feelings for each other while also dealing with the chaos of the supernatural world around them.
One common theme is redemption. Fanfictions often explore Stefan's journey of redemption in relation to Elena, especially considering his past as a vampire with a dark history. For example, in some stories, he tries to make up for his past mistakes to be worthy of Elena's love.
There are fanfictions where Katherine has a change of heart and tries to redeem herself for Stefan. She could be fighting against her old nature and Stefan is initially skeptical but gradually starts to believe in her transformation. This would be a story full of internal and external conflicts as they navigate their relationship in this new dynamic.
One great plotline could be Bonnie and Stefan teaming up to fight a new, powerful dark magic that threatens Mystic Falls. They'd have to combine their unique powers and knowledge. Another could be a time - travel plot where they go back to a crucial moment in vampire history and change something that has a big impact on their present relationship. And a third one might be a situation where Bonnie has to save Stefan from a powerful vampire hunter using her witchcraft in really creative ways.
One great fanfiction could be 'The Lost Years of Elena and Stefan'. It delves into their relationship during a time not shown in the series. Another is 'Elena's Choice Reimagined' which takes a different turn on the love triangle. There's also 'Stefan and Elena's Secret Bond' that focuses on a deeper, hidden connection between them.
One interesting fanfiction could be where Stefan and Elena go on a journey to find a cure for vampirism that doesn't involve the usual means in the show. They might encounter new supernatural beings and face challenges together, strengthening their bond in the process.
One popular fanfiction could be about Stefan and Damon's adventures before the events of the show. Maybe they encounter a powerful witch who tries to turn them against each other. Another might focus on a love triangle where they both fall for the same new character in Mystic Falls. There are also ones that explore their relationship with their father in a more in - depth way than the show did.
Another type of fanfiction could be a time - travel one. Stefan and Katherine are sent back in time to a period before Katherine was turned into a vampire. In this time, Stefan tries to prevent Katherine from becoming a vampire in the first place. This would change the whole course of their relationship and the events in the Vampire Diaries universe. It would be full of interesting twists as they navigate through the past, trying not to change too much but also trying to change their own fates.