The spoiler’s a foiler! That’s the word from Vampire Dairies producers in response to a report that Elena will transition into a vampire when the hit drama returns on Jan. 21.

“It’s fake,” maintained exec producer Julie Plec. “It’s not even close [to what's happening].”

So what is happening? Exec producer Kevin Williamson reveals that Damon and Elena will go on an adventure. “[They will] have some alone time,” he said. “There’s no Stefan, so we’re going to explore what their relationship is like without him there.”

Other spoilery highlights from the VD panel at Winter Press Tour:

* Williamson confirmed that Vicki is really dead. Jeremy, meanwhile, will begin to learn the truth about the circumstances surrounding her murder.

* An upcoming flashback will feature a first-ever kiss between Damon and Katherine.

* Later in the season, Damon will have to “step up” and act like a big brother to Stefan.

* Elena and Bonnie’s relationship “will be tested,” said Williamson. “[Bonnie] has to decide whether she’s down with vampires or not.”