1 00:00:13,444 --> 00:00:14,628 Bass industries. 2 00:00:14,663 --> 00:00:17,765 My car is just outside. I'll wait five minutes 3 00:00:17,799 --> 00:00:19,282 Before taking off. 4 00:00:19,300 --> 00:00:20,751 what in the hell were you trying to do? 5 00:00:20,785 --> 00:00:22,619 Get ben out of prison. 6 00:00:22,637 --> 00:00:24,454 What, by putting me in? The information about ben 7 00:00:24,472 --> 00:00:26,456 In the affidavit can never get out, ever. 8 00:00:26,474 --> 00:00:28,142 I'm here to see ben donovan. 9 00:00:28,176 --> 00:00:30,561 I'm sorry. You just missed him. Mr. Donovan was released. 10 00:00:30,595 --> 00:00:32,262 Are you free for coffee? 11 00:00:32,296 --> 00:00:33,647 I'm free for anything. 12 00:00:33,682 --> 00:00:35,833 Have you come to recruit another virgin to be your drug mule? 13 00:00:35,867 --> 00:00:38,002 I would say, why, are you available? 14 00:00:39,371 --> 00:00:41,905 And who am I? 15 00:00:41,940 --> 00:00:45,359 That's a secret I'll never tell. 16 00:00:45,410 --> 00:00:47,361 You know you love me. 17 00:00:47,412 --> 00:00:49,380 X.O.X.O., gossip girl. 18 00:00:49,414 --> 00:00:52,916 Synced By YesCool www.addic7ed.com 19 00:00:52,951 --> 00:00:54,868 brr, upper east siders. 20 00:00:54,919 --> 00:00:57,171 It's cold outside. 21 00:00:57,205 --> 00:00:59,656 And as February approaches, we need to find ways 22 00:00:59,674 --> 00:01:01,642 To fight frostbite. 23 00:01:01,676 --> 00:01:05,379 d in the city where I'm from d 24 00:01:05,430 --> 00:01:07,381 d there are lovers to the dawn d 25 00:01:07,432 --> 00:01:09,433 Some keep warm the old-fashioned way. 26 00:01:09,467 --> 00:01:11,385 Who knew what a turn-on it would be 27 00:01:11,436 --> 00:01:14,354 To sleep with a woman trying to buy my company? 28 00:01:14,389 --> 00:01:17,691 As long as we play clean in business, I'm happy to keep it-- 29 00:01:17,726 --> 00:01:20,828 Dirty between the sheets. 30 00:01:20,862 --> 00:01:24,732 d who's gonna get up after we've fallen? d 31 00:01:24,783 --> 00:01:27,785 d who's gonna pick up what we've done wrong? d 32 00:01:27,819 --> 00:01:31,305 Some seek the comfort of loved ones. 33 00:01:31,339 --> 00:01:33,207 d we're gone d 34 00:01:33,241 --> 00:01:35,709 And some try to keep away the gloom... 35 00:01:35,744 --> 00:01:37,711 What are you doing up this early? 36 00:01:37,746 --> 00:01:39,213 By painting things bright. 37 00:01:39,247 --> 00:01:41,215 Breakfast with ben. And don't lecture. 38 00:01:41,249 --> 00:01:43,217 He's a nice person-- a nice, innocent person 39 00:01:43,251 --> 00:01:46,220 Who deserves a friend after what my mom did to him. 40 00:01:46,254 --> 00:01:48,255 A lot of mascara for a friend, 41 00:01:48,306 --> 00:01:50,724 But you can have breakfast with whomever you want. 42 00:01:50,759 --> 00:01:52,726 I don't judge. Well, today I don't, 43 00:01:52,761 --> 00:01:55,179 Because today everything is new and fresh and golden. 44 00:01:55,213 --> 00:01:57,714 Today my internship begins. 45 00:01:57,732 --> 00:02:00,383 You're finally going to tell me where it is? 46 00:02:00,401 --> 00:02:02,603 It's too important. I can't jinx it. 47 00:02:02,654 --> 00:02:04,387 I'll tell you after my first day, 48 00:02:04,405 --> 00:02:05,889 But I must go. 49 00:02:05,907 --> 00:02:08,859 But you realize most offices aren't even open this early 50 00:02:08,893 --> 00:02:10,861 Unless you're interning at a doughnut shop? 51 00:02:10,895 --> 00:02:13,864 I want to be early. What is wrong with being early? 52 00:02:13,898 --> 00:02:15,365 Catch the worm! 53 00:02:15,399 --> 00:02:18,535 Okay, I'll see you at the "w" party tonight. 54 00:02:18,569 --> 00:02:21,238 And good luck at your new job at the mayor's office 55 00:02:21,256 --> 00:02:24,625 Or the whitney or cia or... Whatever. 56 00:02:24,676 --> 00:02:26,927 This--this is like living with don draper. 57 00:02:26,961 --> 00:02:31,081 Lily, again, thank you so much for getting me this opportunity. 58 00:02:31,099 --> 00:02:33,583 Just so you know, it may not be what-- 59 00:02:33,601 --> 00:02:35,602 Don't worry. I realize most internships are about 60 00:02:35,637 --> 00:02:37,104 Exploitation and espresso runs. 61 00:02:37,138 --> 00:02:39,306 I'm just happy to get a chance to be around writing again. 62 00:02:39,340 --> 00:02:41,308 Well, then you're welcome, daniel. 63 00:02:41,342 --> 00:02:42,943 How about a celebratory breakfast? 64 00:02:42,977 --> 00:02:44,928 Uh, you know, I-I can't. I'm super busy. 65 00:02:44,946 --> 00:02:47,314 I gotta--I gotta limber up for all this bootlicking 66 00:02:47,365 --> 00:02:48,816 I'm gonna be doing, 67 00:02:48,850 --> 00:02:50,317 But thank you. 68 00:02:50,351 --> 00:02:52,319 okay. Bye. 69 00:02:53,955 --> 00:02:56,123 Well, at least one of our kids appreciates me. 70 00:02:56,157 --> 00:02:57,274 Lily. 71 00:02:57,292 --> 00:02:59,276 I get ben out on parole, 72 00:02:59,294 --> 00:03:02,496 But serena and eric continue to treat me like I'm toxic. 73 00:03:02,547 --> 00:03:04,498 I know you did what you could, 74 00:03:04,549 --> 00:03:06,466 But ben's still gonna have a criminal record. 75 00:03:06,501 --> 00:03:07,968 Give them time. 76 00:03:08,002 --> 00:03:09,970 Everything I do or have ever done 77 00:03:10,004 --> 00:03:13,023 Is for my children. 78 00:03:13,057 --> 00:03:16,894 And someday they'll realize that. 79 00:03:16,928 --> 00:03:18,278 Right? 80 00:03:18,313 --> 00:03:19,730 Hmm. 81 00:03:19,764 --> 00:03:20,964 Hmm. 82 00:03:20,982 --> 00:03:23,684 No, please, let me. 83 00:03:23,735 --> 00:03:25,686 I asked. You got last time. 84 00:03:25,737 --> 00:03:27,688 I'm sorry I had to leave so abruptly. 85 00:03:27,739 --> 00:03:30,307 My, uh, friend edward was waiting for me. 86 00:03:30,325 --> 00:03:31,825 How's life on his sofa? 87 00:03:31,860 --> 00:03:33,911 Pullout couch beats a prison cot. 88 00:03:33,945 --> 00:03:36,697 Serena... The reason I asked you here 89 00:03:36,748 --> 00:03:38,916 Is 'cause I heard from an old college friend. 90 00:03:38,950 --> 00:03:41,418 He's starting an organic farm in ithaca, 91 00:03:41,452 --> 00:03:43,820 Wants me to move up there. 92 00:03:43,838 --> 00:03:45,706 Wow. 93 00:03:45,757 --> 00:03:49,259 Ithaca--it's supposed to be beautiful. 94 00:03:49,294 --> 00:03:51,879 But are you sure? 95 00:03:51,930 --> 00:03:54,882 Being outside all day, working with my hands-- 96 00:03:54,933 --> 00:03:56,934 After being cooped up for so long, 97 00:03:56,968 --> 00:03:58,435 It's kind of ideal. 98 00:03:58,469 --> 00:04:00,554 Yeah. Well, I hope we get 99 00:04:00,605 --> 00:04:03,056 To spend some time together before you go. 100 00:04:03,107 --> 00:04:04,558 I'm leaving tomorrow. 101 00:04:04,609 --> 00:04:07,194 I wanna start my new life as soon as possible. 102 00:04:07,228 --> 00:04:09,229 I hope you understand. 103 00:04:09,314 --> 00:04:11,732 Yeah. yeah, of course. 104 00:04:11,783 --> 00:04:13,617 I'm sure we can, 105 00:04:13,651 --> 00:04:16,820 You know, write or e-mail or call or... 106 00:04:16,854 --> 00:04:19,022 I'm really happy for you. 107 00:04:19,040 --> 00:04:22,576 Take care, serena. 108 00:04:22,627 --> 00:04:25,579 d take it day by day d 109 00:04:25,630 --> 00:04:27,581 d things are not so gray d 110 00:04:27,632 --> 00:04:30,133 d feel the wind free my mind d 111 00:04:30,168 --> 00:04:31,885 d I let my heart unwind d 112 00:04:31,920 --> 00:04:34,137 d I'll just be myself d 113 00:04:34,172 --> 00:04:37,040 d I'll just sing my song d 114 00:04:37,058 --> 00:04:39,760 d I'll just sing my song d 115 00:04:39,811 --> 00:04:42,012 d I'll just sing my song d 116 00:04:42,046 --> 00:04:43,546 d da-da-da-da-da-da d 117 00:04:43,564 --> 00:04:46,600 d da-da-da-da-da-da d 118 00:04:46,651 --> 00:04:48,652 Rufus, hey, you used to have 119 00:04:48,686 --> 00:04:50,771 A plot in a community garden, right? 120 00:04:50,822 --> 00:04:52,990 You gotta be kidding me. 121 00:04:53,024 --> 00:04:54,491 "scorpio rising" s a great film. 122 00:04:54,525 --> 00:04:56,493 That dreck puts the "ick" in "esoteric." 123 00:04:56,527 --> 00:04:58,495 All right, fine. We can go see 124 00:04:58,529 --> 00:05:01,064 The merchant ivory retrospective. You can ensure 125 00:05:01,082 --> 00:05:03,566 That your delicate sensibilities aren't disturbed, 126 00:05:03,584 --> 00:05:05,568 And I can catch up on my sleep. 127 00:05:05,586 --> 00:05:08,071 Going to movies is a one or... 4-time thing. 128 00:05:08,089 --> 00:05:10,257 It's not like we're friends. 129 00:05:10,291 --> 00:05:13,260 I never suggested we were, but I am going to see 130 00:05:13,294 --> 00:05:15,429 The joseph beuys exhibit in chelsea. 131 00:05:15,463 --> 00:05:18,348 Oh, you are such a boy. How could you go to that 132 00:05:18,383 --> 00:05:21,351 When the degas is about to close at the morgan? 133 00:05:21,386 --> 00:05:24,805 You are such a girl. I'm gonna take a pass on the ballerinas. 134 00:05:24,856 --> 00:05:27,774 Frilly dresses and tutus are not my idea of art. 135 00:05:27,809 --> 00:05:30,143 Fashion is the most powerful art there is. 136 00:05:30,228 --> 00:05:33,697 It's movement, design, and architecture all in one. 137 00:05:33,731 --> 00:05:36,700 It shows the world who we are and who we'd like to be, just 138 00:05:36,734 --> 00:05:39,619 Like your scarf suggests that you'd like to sell used cars. 139 00:05:39,654 --> 00:05:41,121 Vanessa gave me this scarf. 140 00:05:41,155 --> 00:05:43,957 Look, I-I have to go. Stop wasting my time. 141 00:05:43,992 --> 00:05:46,276 You know today is a big day for me. 142 00:05:46,294 --> 00:05:48,362 So you're gonna finally tell me what internship you got? 143 00:05:48,396 --> 00:05:50,380 No, all right. Well, then I won't say 144 00:05:50,415 --> 00:05:53,383 Which one I got either. I will see you Sunday at the morgan. 145 00:05:53,418 --> 00:05:55,886 I will wear my most fashionable toe shoes. 146 00:05:55,920 --> 00:05:58,088 Don't get your hopes up. 147 00:06:02,894 --> 00:06:05,846 Serena. Hey, it's great to see you. I heard about 148 00:06:05,897 --> 00:06:07,848 The ostroff center, and juliet giving you the-- 149 00:06:07,899 --> 00:06:09,566 The drugs that you sold her? 150 00:06:09,600 --> 00:06:11,485 I had no idea what her plans were. 151 00:06:11,519 --> 00:06:13,487 I wanna make sure that you're okay. 152 00:06:13,521 --> 00:06:15,739 Look, I couldn't care less about clearing your conscience. 153 00:06:15,773 --> 00:06:18,241 When are you gonna realize your occupation hurts people? 154 00:06:18,276 --> 00:06:20,243 I don't give anyone anything 155 00:06:20,278 --> 00:06:21,745 That they don't come looking for. 156 00:06:21,779 --> 00:06:24,247 Okay, well, then I guess you're only half responsible 157 00:06:24,282 --> 00:06:26,500 That I almost died. 158 00:06:34,175 --> 00:06:35,926 d I like that outfit d 159 00:06:35,960 --> 00:06:37,427 d the zipper's pinching d 160 00:06:37,462 --> 00:06:39,429 d but if you want it d 161 00:06:39,464 --> 00:06:42,182 "w" stands for "way better" than I even imagined. 162 00:06:42,216 --> 00:06:44,518 I'm already planning outfits in my head. 163 00:06:44,552 --> 00:06:46,603 If you mean outfits for lara stone to wear 164 00:06:46,637 --> 00:06:49,189 In our meisel shoot on Friday, I would love to hear 165 00:06:49,223 --> 00:06:51,191 Your thoughts, but if you're dreaming 166 00:06:51,225 --> 00:06:53,560 About what you're gonna wear to the party tonight, think again. 167 00:06:53,611 --> 00:06:55,345 I saw that movie, too, but this is real life, 168 00:06:55,363 --> 00:06:57,864 Not some hollywood chick flick where a girl with a scrunchie 169 00:06:57,899 --> 00:06:59,849 Gets a makeover and triumphs in the end. 170 00:06:59,867 --> 00:07:01,851 I have never owned a scrunchie. 171 00:07:01,869 --> 00:07:03,853 I think I read that on your résumé. 172 00:07:03,871 --> 00:07:05,855 Down there is the main production area, 173 00:07:05,873 --> 00:07:07,857 Conference room, and through those doors-- 174 00:07:07,875 --> 00:07:09,342 Editor in chief, stefano tonchi. 175 00:07:09,377 --> 00:07:11,094 And how soon can I get a sit-down with him? 176 00:07:11,129 --> 00:07:12,579 I have some exciting new ideas 177 00:07:12,630 --> 00:07:14,631 That I've organized in a powerpoint presentation. 178 00:07:14,665 --> 00:07:16,583 I've been stefano's assistant since he took over. 179 00:07:16,634 --> 00:07:18,585 I've barely had five minutes alone with him. 180 00:07:18,636 --> 00:07:20,870 But my research says he has an open door policy, 181 00:07:20,888 --> 00:07:22,372 That he's collaborative. 182 00:07:22,390 --> 00:07:23,873 Doesn't mean he isn't crazy busy. 183 00:07:23,891 --> 00:07:26,026 Then it sounds like he needs my help immediately. 184 00:07:26,060 --> 00:07:27,544 Ah, you're all so young, so adorable. 185 00:07:27,562 --> 00:07:28,728 All who? 186 00:07:28,763 --> 00:07:30,313 All of you interns. 187 00:07:30,348 --> 00:07:31,815 d uh, uh, uh, uh d 188 00:07:31,849 --> 00:07:34,234 d lift up your cotton socks d 189 00:07:34,268 --> 00:07:36,719 But I... 190 00:07:36,737 --> 00:07:38,221 thought it was just me. 191 00:07:38,239 --> 00:07:39,706 Thousands of applications. 192 00:07:39,740 --> 00:07:41,441 These are the best of the best. 193 00:07:41,492 --> 00:07:44,244 I'm the best of the best. I'm blair waldorf. 194 00:07:44,278 --> 00:07:46,496 Assuming that's your way of saying 195 00:07:46,531 --> 00:07:48,999 You're the most distinguished, ambitious student 196 00:07:49,033 --> 00:07:51,485 At your school, then they're all blair waldorfs-- 197 00:07:51,519 --> 00:07:53,753 From princeton, yale, penn, and parsons. 198 00:07:53,788 --> 00:07:55,889 d light a fire d 199 00:07:55,923 --> 00:07:57,407 Here you are. 200 00:07:57,425 --> 00:08:00,093 d in your new shoes, if you should smile d 201 00:08:00,128 --> 00:08:02,245 This must be our sixth and final intern. 202 00:08:02,263 --> 00:08:03,597 Oh, I think there must be some mistake. 203 00:08:03,631 --> 00:08:05,132 Daniel humphrey, n.Y.U.? 204 00:08:05,183 --> 00:08:08,602 I'm epperly lawrence, your supervisor. Welcome to "w." 205 00:08:08,636 --> 00:08:13,523 Nothing says January like a brand-new cold war. 206 00:08:13,558 --> 00:08:14,808 d I light a fire d 207 00:08:19,914 --> 00:08:23,050 Hey. Um, mrs. Humphrey? 208 00:08:23,084 --> 00:08:24,585 Oh, jonathan, hello. 209 00:08:24,603 --> 00:08:27,104 Eric left this in class the other day. 210 00:08:27,139 --> 00:08:29,106 I thought he might need it. 211 00:08:29,141 --> 00:08:31,925 Oh, that is so considerate. Jonathan, how are you? 212 00:08:31,943 --> 00:08:34,145 I haven't seen you since you... 213 00:08:34,196 --> 00:08:35,813 Eric and I broke up, probably. 214 00:08:35,864 --> 00:08:38,816 Well, not that I see my son much these days either. 215 00:08:38,867 --> 00:08:42,119 He's been with elliot nonstop since they got back from gstaad. 216 00:08:42,154 --> 00:08:44,121 What? 217 00:08:44,156 --> 00:08:46,140 Elliot broke up with eric over the holidays. 218 00:08:46,174 --> 00:08:48,108 It's... All anyone was talking about 219 00:08:48,126 --> 00:08:49,610 The first day back at school. 220 00:08:49,628 --> 00:08:52,213 But eric slept at his place last night. 221 00:08:52,247 --> 00:08:56,834 Hey. Brought you some coffee. 222 00:09:15,604 --> 00:09:18,189 She looks a little lost. 223 00:09:21,109 --> 00:09:23,077 Can I... Help you, miss? 224 00:09:23,111 --> 00:09:24,578 Um, no, thank you. 225 00:09:24,613 --> 00:09:27,081 I'm just here to bring something to a friend, 226 00:09:27,115 --> 00:09:29,200 But I think I have the wrong address. 227 00:09:29,251 --> 00:09:31,419 Is your friend an ex-con? 228 00:09:31,453 --> 00:09:33,504 Then you're in the right place. 229 00:09:33,538 --> 00:09:35,289 This is a halfway house. 230 00:09:42,764 --> 00:09:46,166 Focus on your work ethic, not your wardrobe. 231 00:09:46,184 --> 00:09:48,502 "w" is about more than just fashion and beauty. 232 00:09:48,520 --> 00:09:50,471 We do probing interviews, an art issue. 233 00:09:50,505 --> 00:09:52,106 We're looking for visionaries. 234 00:09:52,140 --> 00:09:54,775 Get out of here, humphrey. This is my world. 235 00:09:54,810 --> 00:09:57,061 I can't just quit. When lily said condé nast, I figured 236 00:09:57,112 --> 00:09:58,529 She meant "vanity fair" or "the new yorker, 237 00:09:58,563 --> 00:10:01,115 But that doesn't mean she didn't pull every string 238 00:10:01,149 --> 00:10:03,284 She had on my behalf. Turns out it's easier to get a guy paroled 239 00:10:03,318 --> 00:10:04,902 Than it is to get a magazine internship in this town. 240 00:10:04,953 --> 00:10:07,571 You don't know the difference between rodarte and road kill. 241 00:10:07,622 --> 00:10:09,073 You'll be guillotined. 242 00:10:09,124 --> 00:10:10,407 We're interns. 243 00:10:10,459 --> 00:10:12,843 I may not know couture, but I know how to collate. 244 00:10:12,878 --> 00:10:15,529 And I know how to staple, so stay out of my way, 245 00:10:15,547 --> 00:10:17,548 Or I'll use one to attach your tongue to your shoulder blade. 246 00:10:17,582 --> 00:10:19,717 Blair? 247 00:10:19,751 --> 00:10:22,219 I'm sorry. Dan here was just telling me how much he'd love 248 00:10:22,254 --> 00:10:24,138 To work for "the new yorker." 249 00:10:24,172 --> 00:10:26,140 Oh, that's right. You're the writer. 250 00:10:26,174 --> 00:10:28,142 Maybe you could do something special for our new blog 251 00:10:28,176 --> 00:10:30,311 We're announcing tonight at the party--books, movies, 252 00:10:30,345 --> 00:10:32,813 "fashion on film." this month we'll be in celebration 253 00:10:32,848 --> 00:10:34,398 Of contemporary authors, and lynn hirschberg's 254 00:10:34,432 --> 00:10:37,050 Writing the intro. I'll be sure to introduce you. 255 00:10:37,068 --> 00:10:40,204 Wow. Thank you. 256 00:10:43,241 --> 00:10:44,992 Jonathan? What are you doing here? 257 00:10:45,026 --> 00:10:47,611 Where were you last night? And don't say elliot's. 258 00:10:47,662 --> 00:10:49,897 I called over there and spoke to his mother. 259 00:10:49,931 --> 00:10:52,583 Well, I was with a friend. 260 00:10:52,617 --> 00:10:54,468 Why didn't you tell me that you two broke up? 261 00:10:54,503 --> 00:10:56,954 I didn't wanna share a huge fact from my life. 262 00:10:57,005 --> 00:10:59,290 I wonder where I got that gene from. 263 00:10:59,341 --> 00:11:00,791 Now you listen to me-- 264 00:11:00,842 --> 00:11:04,962 Lily, can I maybe lk to eric alone? 265 00:11:08,717 --> 00:11:10,551 Fine. 266 00:11:15,390 --> 00:11:16,907 Are you okay? 267 00:11:16,942 --> 00:11:19,426 What's going on with you and your mother? 268 00:11:19,444 --> 00:11:23,263 Oh. Now you care. 'cause you didn't when you dumped me. 269 00:11:23,281 --> 00:11:27,434 I was angry, and rightly so, but... 270 00:11:27,469 --> 00:11:29,970 I've always cared, and you know that. 271 00:11:32,741 --> 00:11:36,544 It's my family, and... And elliot, 272 00:11:36,578 --> 00:11:41,281 And it's just been... A rough few weeks for me. 273 00:11:43,318 --> 00:11:46,003 But I missed having you in my life. 274 00:11:46,054 --> 00:11:48,722 Well, I'm here now. 275 00:11:48,757 --> 00:11:50,724 Uh, your mother said you guys 276 00:11:50,759 --> 00:11:53,494 Were going to some party tonight. 277 00:11:53,528 --> 00:11:55,996 Is there any chance you'd wanna bring someone along 278 00:11:56,031 --> 00:11:58,866 To be there for you, help keep the peace? 279 00:11:58,900 --> 00:12:01,485 Make fun of everyone we see? 280 00:12:01,519 --> 00:12:05,005 Yeah, that sounds perfect. 281 00:12:08,326 --> 00:12:09,526 No, I don't know. 282 00:12:09,578 --> 00:12:11,579 There. 283 00:12:11,613 --> 00:12:12,997 Okay, I'll let her know. 284 00:12:13,031 --> 00:12:15,416 What'd he say? 285 00:12:21,423 --> 00:12:23,374 These strappy zanottis would look great 286 00:12:23,425 --> 00:12:25,175 With your sweaty gym socks. 287 00:12:25,210 --> 00:12:27,094 Epperly asked me to pull the lemon louboutins. 288 00:12:27,128 --> 00:12:29,096 Oh. You poor lost lamb. 289 00:12:30,632 --> 00:12:32,366 let me help you. 290 00:12:35,303 --> 00:12:38,188 I didn't date serena van der woodsen 291 00:12:38,223 --> 00:12:40,691 For two years and not come away knowing 292 00:12:40,725 --> 00:12:43,343 That those are marc jacobs, and they're mustard. 293 00:12:50,035 --> 00:12:54,204 ugh! Why does this taste like chanel no. 5? 294 00:12:58,576 --> 00:13:00,794 Hey, I was, uh, just getting myself a cappuccino. 295 00:13:00,829 --> 00:13:02,529 I thought you might like one, too. 296 00:13:02,547 --> 00:13:04,531 The nutmeg foam-- that's a humphrey touch. 297 00:13:04,549 --> 00:13:06,533 My dad used to own a coffee bar. 298 00:13:06,551 --> 00:13:08,252 Thank you, daniel. That's very thoughtful. 299 00:13:08,303 --> 00:13:09,753 Who's got a stapler? 300 00:13:09,804 --> 00:13:11,755 Give it up, blair. I'm actually good at this, 301 00:13:11,806 --> 00:13:13,757 And unlike the other interns, I know you. 302 00:13:13,808 --> 00:13:15,759 Your stupid tricks won't work. 303 00:13:15,810 --> 00:13:17,261 Oh, look, it's georgina's baby. 304 00:13:17,312 --> 00:13:19,296 Ow. 305 00:13:23,318 --> 00:13:25,402 Where have you been? I've been calling you. 306 00:13:25,437 --> 00:13:27,404 Your parole officer told me 307 00:13:27,439 --> 00:13:29,406 You missed another job interview. 308 00:13:29,441 --> 00:13:31,909 I didn't wanna tell ya until everything was settled. 309 00:13:31,943 --> 00:13:34,111 I have incredible news. 310 00:13:34,162 --> 00:13:37,230 I got a job-- 311 00:13:37,248 --> 00:13:38,816 A real job, 312 00:13:38,850 --> 00:13:41,702 As a financial advisor in a top tier company. 313 00:13:41,736 --> 00:13:44,004 Are you serious? Dad, that's great. 314 00:13:44,039 --> 00:13:46,006 I never thought it would happen again-- 315 00:13:46,041 --> 00:13:48,509 The suits, the business lunches, the ability to pay 316 00:13:48,543 --> 00:13:50,678 My own hotel bills. I can't stop pinching myself. 317 00:13:50,712 --> 00:13:52,079 What's the firm? 318 00:13:52,097 --> 00:13:53,263 Thorpe enterprises. 319 00:13:53,298 --> 00:13:55,182 I'll be working with russell thorpe himself. 320 00:13:55,216 --> 00:13:57,301 See you later, pal. 321 00:13:59,754 --> 00:14:02,189 Hey, chuck. 322 00:14:02,223 --> 00:14:06,360 Did I just walk past your dad in a $2,000 suit? 323 00:14:06,394 --> 00:14:08,862 Seems the captain, who could barely get an interview 324 00:14:08,897 --> 00:14:11,615 For a custodial position, got a big executive job 325 00:14:11,649 --> 00:14:14,118 With the guy trying to buy your company. 326 00:14:21,876 --> 00:14:24,545 So... How are you enjoying your first day? 327 00:14:24,579 --> 00:14:26,547 Well, what should have been perfection 328 00:14:26,581 --> 00:14:28,549 Has now been tainted by a run-in 329 00:14:28,583 --> 00:14:30,667 With brookyln's benedict arnold. 330 00:14:30,719 --> 00:14:32,669 How am I a traitor? The only reason 331 00:14:32,721 --> 00:14:35,055 You're still here is 'cause no one has ratted out 332 00:14:35,090 --> 00:14:37,057 Your attempts at sabotage to epperly. 333 00:14:37,092 --> 00:14:39,059 And the only reason you're still here 334 00:14:39,094 --> 00:14:41,145 Is because no one's asked you, "who's givenchy?" 335 00:14:41,179 --> 00:14:43,614 lynn hirschberg's flight from dublin got canceled. 336 00:14:43,648 --> 00:14:46,133 I knew stefano should've made that colin farrell interview 337 00:14:46,151 --> 00:14:48,168 A phoner instead. 338 00:14:48,203 --> 00:14:49,653 Hirschberg's out. 339 00:14:49,687 --> 00:14:51,071 Major disaster. 340 00:14:51,106 --> 00:14:54,307 Unless someone... Shows up with a new author 341 00:14:54,325 --> 00:14:56,476 And saves the day. 342 00:14:56,494 --> 00:14:59,479 Yes. 343 00:14:59,497 --> 00:15:01,582 And when she does, she will shine 344 00:15:01,616 --> 00:15:03,033 As the best intern. 345 00:15:03,084 --> 00:15:04,501 And her insipid competition will be fired. 346 00:15:04,536 --> 00:15:06,503 You do realize that I know 347 00:15:06,538 --> 00:15:08,422 Jeremiah harris personally, right? 348 00:15:08,456 --> 00:15:10,707 And you do realize that I know everyone personally, right? 349 00:15:10,759 --> 00:15:12,926 Okay, so then we'll both show up with our authors 350 00:15:12,961 --> 00:15:15,429 Tonight at the party, and whoever epperly decides 351 00:15:15,463 --> 00:15:17,931 Is the best fit for "w" wins. The other resigns. 352 00:15:17,966 --> 00:15:20,184 I can agree to that. 353 00:15:20,218 --> 00:15:21,835 It's gotta be a clean fight. 354 00:15:21,853 --> 00:15:24,337 Do you understand that as a concept? No sabotage? 355 00:15:24,355 --> 00:15:26,840 I can't wait to see you bleeding on the rack. 356 00:15:26,858 --> 00:15:30,694 But yes, no sabotage. 357 00:15:36,034 --> 00:15:39,019 Hey, is eric here? I'm supposed to take him to lunch. 358 00:15:39,037 --> 00:15:41,505 Oh, he's brooding in his room. 359 00:15:41,539 --> 00:15:43,190 Here. Vanya asked me to give this to you. 360 00:15:43,208 --> 00:15:44,625 What is it? 361 00:15:44,659 --> 00:15:45,926 Everything okay, lily? 362 00:15:45,960 --> 00:15:47,795 Yes, it's nothing. I'll deal with it later. 363 00:15:47,829 --> 00:15:49,296 Oh, come on, mom. We're all trying 364 00:15:49,330 --> 00:15:50,914 To move forward here. No more secrets. 365 00:15:50,965 --> 00:15:53,200 Well, it's not a secret. In fact, I have no idea 366 00:15:53,218 --> 00:15:54,968 What it is or who it's from. 367 00:15:55,003 --> 00:15:58,672 Then what's the big deal about opening it in front of us? 368 00:16:05,847 --> 00:16:08,381 This was for ben. 369 00:16:08,399 --> 00:16:11,268 "please use this money to start a new life 370 00:16:11,319 --> 00:16:13,270 Far away from me and my family." 371 00:16:17,992 --> 00:16:20,110 Charming, mom. 372 00:16:20,161 --> 00:16:23,530 Seems serena's getting frosty with her mother 373 00:16:23,564 --> 00:16:26,583 Over an envelope of cold-hard cash. 374 00:16:26,618 --> 00:16:28,585 Looks like not everything or everyone's 375 00:16:28,620 --> 00:16:30,871 On sale this January. 376 00:16:32,353 --> 00:16:34,187 Well, at least now I know why ben lied. 377 00:16:34,221 --> 00:16:36,723 He doesn't wanna have anything to do with me because 378 00:16:36,774 --> 00:16:38,725 I'm the daughter of the person that ruined 379 00:16:38,776 --> 00:16:40,509 The last three years of his life 380 00:16:40,527 --> 00:16:42,261 And is trying to ruin the rest of it. 381 00:16:42,296 --> 00:16:44,280 $30,000 would hardly ruin his life. 382 00:16:44,315 --> 00:16:46,549 You said you were gonna help ben find an apartment, 383 00:16:46,583 --> 00:16:48,534 Not pay him to disappear. 384 00:16:48,569 --> 00:16:50,536 Mom paid someone off again. 385 00:16:50,571 --> 00:16:52,038 Well, we should make this a drinking game. 386 00:16:52,072 --> 00:16:54,407 Ben donovan has information that can ruin this family. 387 00:16:54,458 --> 00:16:56,359 What's wrong with not wanting him around? 388 00:16:56,377 --> 00:16:57,860 Because he's blameless. 389 00:16:57,878 --> 00:16:59,862 Because he was a wonderful teacher 390 00:16:59,880 --> 00:17:02,548 Who can't do what he loves thanks to you, 391 00:17:02,583 --> 00:17:04,767 And because he deserves more. 392 00:17:04,802 --> 00:17:06,469 I'm going out. 393 00:17:06,503 --> 00:17:08,805 I'm right behind you. 394 00:17:08,839 --> 00:17:11,257 Yeah. Hold the elevator. 395 00:17:22,069 --> 00:17:24,053 Well, I did a little humphrey smooth talking, 396 00:17:24,071 --> 00:17:26,155 And jeremiah harris said he'd be delighted to come, 397 00:17:26,190 --> 00:17:29,158 So I'm just gonna add his name to the list real quick. 398 00:17:29,193 --> 00:17:32,028 Oh! Well, you can put him under lorrie moore, my author. 399 00:17:32,062 --> 00:17:33,562 He'll be most comfortable there. 400 00:17:33,580 --> 00:17:36,249 I don't think so. Before jeremiah harris was a novelist, 401 00:17:36,283 --> 00:17:38,267 He wrote film reviews for "vanity fair," 402 00:17:38,302 --> 00:17:40,403 And he had a wine column in "bon appetit," 403 00:17:40,421 --> 00:17:42,905 And stefano also knows him from the "times." 404 00:17:42,923 --> 00:17:44,907 So? Lorrie moore was a 2010 finalist 405 00:17:44,925 --> 00:17:46,292 For the p.E.N./faulkner award. 406 00:17:46,343 --> 00:17:48,344 True. Maybe she is a better get. 407 00:17:48,379 --> 00:17:50,296 Oh, but did I mention that jeremiah 408 00:17:50,347 --> 00:17:52,298 Is on the board of admissions at williams, 409 00:17:52,349 --> 00:17:54,801 Where stefano's niece is applying to college? 410 00:18:00,057 --> 00:18:03,643 So glad you called. Afternooners are my favorite. 411 00:18:03,694 --> 00:18:06,446 I thought you said you were totally aboveboard 412 00:18:06,480 --> 00:18:08,264 When it comes to business. 413 00:18:08,282 --> 00:18:10,266 I did, and I am. 414 00:18:10,284 --> 00:18:12,268 So why did you hire my best friend's father 415 00:18:12,286 --> 00:18:14,270 To work for your company? 416 00:18:14,288 --> 00:18:15,655 The captain? 417 00:18:15,689 --> 00:18:18,291 He and my dad are old friends. 418 00:18:18,325 --> 00:18:20,460 My father believes in second chances, 419 00:18:20,494 --> 00:18:23,212 And we need someone who knows the lay of the land. 420 00:18:23,247 --> 00:18:25,648 His son's my roommate. It's an obvious conflict. 421 00:18:25,682 --> 00:18:28,634 Chuck, we just met. I had no idea who you live with. 422 00:18:28,669 --> 00:18:31,637 I know that you're sensitive to this, 423 00:18:31,672 --> 00:18:34,140 I assure you, thorpe enterprises has no interest 424 00:18:34,174 --> 00:18:36,609 In corporate espionage. 425 00:18:36,643 --> 00:18:41,013 Even so, I spoke to nate. The captain's a loose cannon. 426 00:18:41,065 --> 00:18:43,066 I'd consider it a personal favor 427 00:18:43,100 --> 00:18:45,068 If you'd have him fired. 428 00:18:45,102 --> 00:18:48,654 Now... What were you saying about afternooners? 429 00:18:48,689 --> 00:18:51,441 Actually... I just remembered I have a meeting. 430 00:18:51,475 --> 00:18:53,476 Sorry, chuck. 431 00:19:00,584 --> 00:19:03,035 your mother might be up to her old tricks, 432 00:19:03,087 --> 00:19:06,155 But maybe it's best for ben to get a fresh start without you. 433 00:19:06,173 --> 00:19:07,656 Maybe. I don't know. 434 00:19:07,674 --> 00:19:10,126 I just don't want to go down without a fight. 435 00:19:10,160 --> 00:19:12,595 Speaking of fights, I'm at full-on war with humphrey. 436 00:19:12,629 --> 00:19:14,330 B., I know you like to turn 437 00:19:14,348 --> 00:19:16,165 Everything into a contest, but surely dan 438 00:19:16,183 --> 00:19:18,000 Isn't your biggest competition at "w." 439 00:19:18,018 --> 00:19:20,503 All the other girls are variations on a theme, 440 00:19:20,521 --> 00:19:24,107 And that theme--slightly lesser versions of me. 441 00:19:24,141 --> 00:19:27,560 But... Dan is a writer. 442 00:19:27,611 --> 00:19:30,730 He makes delicious coffee. 443 00:19:30,781 --> 00:19:32,732 Never mind the fact that 444 00:19:32,783 --> 00:19:34,734 He's not a completely horrible-looking straight guy 445 00:19:34,785 --> 00:19:36,685 Working at a fashion magazine. 446 00:19:36,703 --> 00:19:38,404 He's got the whole office buzzing. 447 00:19:38,455 --> 00:19:41,040 Sounds like someone's feeling a little threatened. 448 00:19:41,074 --> 00:19:44,043 Well, not for long. My author will make his look like 449 00:19:44,077 --> 00:19:46,879 A monkey with a typewriter... Or maybe 450 00:19:46,914 --> 00:19:48,881 An invisible monkey with a typewriter. 451 00:19:48,916 --> 00:19:50,383 B., I hear scheming in your voice. 452 00:19:50,417 --> 00:19:51,801 You cannot sabotage him. 453 00:19:51,835 --> 00:19:53,836 Why not? I'm not gonna treat him any better 454 00:19:53,870 --> 00:19:55,755 Than all my other enemies just because 455 00:19:55,806 --> 00:19:57,223 You sporadically love him. 456 00:19:57,257 --> 00:19:58,874 He's not your enemy. 457 00:19:58,892 --> 00:20:00,726 Earn the spotlight on your own merits. 458 00:20:00,761 --> 00:20:02,728 You'll feel better. 459 00:20:02,763 --> 00:20:05,731 Well, I'll call you later. Let ben go? 460 00:20:05,766 --> 00:20:07,733 Let dan be. 461 00:20:09,770 --> 00:20:12,738 Oh, picking up a late lunch for epperly? 462 00:20:12,773 --> 00:20:15,024 No. Actually, it's for you. 463 00:20:15,058 --> 00:20:17,026 Don't worry. It's not poisoned. 464 00:20:17,060 --> 00:20:19,495 I wouldn't wanna win due to my rival's starvation, 465 00:20:19,530 --> 00:20:21,998 And I figured you were too much of a food snob 466 00:20:22,032 --> 00:20:24,367 To deign to eat at the commissary. 467 00:20:24,401 --> 00:20:26,902 And epperly needs me to alphabetize. Duty calls. 468 00:21:03,874 --> 00:21:06,876 Fancy seeing you here, mr. Donovan. 469 00:21:06,910 --> 00:21:08,244 Damien dalgaard. 470 00:21:08,278 --> 00:21:11,230 I heard you went to the pokey for poking a student. 471 00:21:11,265 --> 00:21:13,299 congratulations on getting out. 472 00:21:13,333 --> 00:21:16,335 Sure you've been doing a lot of celebrating, yeah? 473 00:21:16,386 --> 00:21:18,638 Wanna buy some party favors? 474 00:21:18,672 --> 00:21:21,591 so it's true. 475 00:21:21,625 --> 00:21:24,594 Straitlaced academic star became a dealer. 476 00:21:24,628 --> 00:21:26,462 Guilty. 477 00:21:26,480 --> 00:21:28,464 I remember that paper you wrote 478 00:21:28,482 --> 00:21:30,766 Comparing "the wire" to "the iliad." 479 00:21:30,800 --> 00:21:32,768 Did not intend for english comp 480 00:21:32,802 --> 00:21:35,187 To be an occupational training course. 481 00:21:35,239 --> 00:21:37,690 Well, you always said what we learned in high school 482 00:21:37,741 --> 00:21:39,825 Would inform our futures in unexpected ways. 483 00:21:39,860 --> 00:21:41,844 yeah, the thing with "the wire" is 484 00:21:41,878 --> 00:21:43,829 The witnesses usually had evidence 485 00:21:43,864 --> 00:21:45,331 Before they testified. 486 00:21:45,365 --> 00:21:47,833 I know you were the one who said you saw 487 00:21:47,868 --> 00:21:51,037 Me and serena at that b&b. 488 00:21:51,088 --> 00:21:53,122 I told the truth. 489 00:21:53,156 --> 00:21:56,375 Nothing happened between me and serena that night, 490 00:21:56,426 --> 00:21:58,377 But I went to prison anyway. 491 00:21:58,428 --> 00:22:00,379 You say "potato." judge says "pedophile." 492 00:22:03,267 --> 00:22:05,217 Well, it's been great catching up, mr. D., 493 00:22:05,269 --> 00:22:07,436 But my friend just arrived. 494 00:22:07,471 --> 00:22:10,189 I'd introduce you, but you may or may not have 495 00:22:10,223 --> 00:22:13,025 Statutorily raped his sister. Might be a tad awkward. 496 00:22:16,647 --> 00:22:19,649 Let's go. Get a table. 497 00:22:34,197 --> 00:22:36,432 Good job today. I think you could be 498 00:22:36,466 --> 00:22:38,918 A great fit here, provided you survive. 499 00:22:38,969 --> 00:22:41,637 I try and stay out of the intern drama, 500 00:22:41,672 --> 00:22:43,255 But I couldn't help but notice 501 00:22:43,307 --> 00:22:45,057 Your friend blair's a little competitive. 502 00:22:45,092 --> 00:22:46,592 I don't know what you're talking about. 503 00:22:46,626 --> 00:22:48,260 I admire your loyalty. 504 00:22:48,312 --> 00:22:50,596 Maybe the striver thing is all an act, 505 00:22:50,630 --> 00:22:52,565 And maybe it's just a coincidence 506 00:22:52,599 --> 00:22:54,567 That my coffee tasted like her perfume. 507 00:22:54,601 --> 00:22:57,320 I'm sure you know her better than I do. 508 00:22:57,354 --> 00:22:59,322 Yeah, I do know her. 509 00:22:59,356 --> 00:23:01,941 I know that her kindergarten yearbook quote 510 00:23:01,975 --> 00:23:04,610 Is "the best defense is a good offense." 511 00:23:24,631 --> 00:23:27,099 Hi. Uh, ms. Moore, I'm an assistant at "w," 512 00:23:27,134 --> 00:23:30,436 And I'm afraid there has been a terrible mix-up. 513 00:23:30,470 --> 00:23:32,921 Careful, d., it's flu season, 514 00:23:32,939 --> 00:23:36,459 But nothing's more contagious than mistrust. 515 00:23:51,661 --> 00:23:53,762 d 516 00:23:53,797 --> 00:23:56,765 I'll be right back. One second. 517 00:23:58,635 --> 00:24:01,103 Uh, where's mom? 518 00:24:01,137 --> 00:24:03,022 She's still licking her wounds. 519 00:24:03,056 --> 00:24:05,024 We were all pretty hard on her this afternoon. 520 00:24:05,058 --> 00:24:07,693 Never would have come to a party like this without her, 521 00:24:07,727 --> 00:24:09,778 But I neededome air. 522 00:24:09,813 --> 00:24:11,780 Oh, hey, I get it. Being in a room 523 00:24:11,815 --> 00:24:14,983 With a selfish manipulator can really suck the life out of you. 524 00:24:15,017 --> 00:24:17,569 She's worried. She's just trying to protect her family. 525 00:24:17,620 --> 00:24:19,121 Hey. 526 00:24:19,155 --> 00:24:22,241 You two have a good time. I'll see you later. 527 00:24:22,292 --> 00:24:23,625 d 528 00:24:23,660 --> 00:24:24,910 Great party. 529 00:24:24,961 --> 00:24:27,379 Are you hungry? There's appetizers. 530 00:24:27,414 --> 00:24:31,834 Yes, yeah. I'm gonna... I'll grab us some, yeah? 531 00:24:33,703 --> 00:24:38,991 Thakery, imoon, enjoy your treats. 532 00:24:39,025 --> 00:24:42,010 d monokini d 533 00:24:42,044 --> 00:24:44,313 Um, I need to talk to you. 534 00:24:44,347 --> 00:24:46,982 Hi. 535 00:24:52,489 --> 00:24:55,240 Chuck bass... And no guest. 536 00:24:55,275 --> 00:24:56,775 You may enter. 537 00:24:56,826 --> 00:24:58,577 Blair waldorf working the door? 538 00:24:58,611 --> 00:25:01,029 I got an internship at "w." 539 00:25:01,063 --> 00:25:04,116 Knowing you, you'll be editor by may. Your plan's working. 540 00:25:04,167 --> 00:25:06,919 So it seems to be. 541 00:25:06,953 --> 00:25:10,622 d tous les garA§ons me d 542 00:25:10,673 --> 00:25:13,158 d regardent bronzer, oh d 543 00:25:13,193 --> 00:25:16,929 d j'ai oublié mon d 544 00:25:16,963 --> 00:25:19,798 d monokini, oh d 545 00:25:19,849 --> 00:25:22,184 Ben, you came. 546 00:25:22,218 --> 00:25:24,686 Thank you for meeting me here. Can we talk? 547 00:25:24,721 --> 00:25:27,689 Serena, I'm actually here because I saw your brother eric 548 00:25:27,724 --> 00:25:31,693 With damien dalgaard, who we both know is a drug dealer. 549 00:25:31,728 --> 00:25:34,196 no. No, no. Eric hates damien, 550 00:25:34,230 --> 00:25:36,198 And he doesn't do drugs, 551 00:25:36,232 --> 00:25:39,034 So there--there must be some sort of explanation. 552 00:25:40,820 --> 00:25:44,156 Jonathan. Hey. 553 00:25:44,207 --> 00:25:46,074 By any chance, have you seen eric? 554 00:25:46,108 --> 00:25:49,745 Eric? No. The guy should become a magician. He disappeared. 555 00:25:49,779 --> 00:25:52,131 I thought we were here on a date. 556 00:25:52,165 --> 00:25:54,466 I guess I'm getting played once again. 557 00:25:54,501 --> 00:25:56,552 I'm sorry. A date? What about elliot? 558 00:25:56,586 --> 00:25:58,003 Elliot dumped him. 559 00:25:58,054 --> 00:25:59,838 He didn't tell you? 560 00:25:59,889 --> 00:26:02,474 He promised me he was over his jenny humphrey phase. 561 00:26:02,509 --> 00:26:05,177 I guess he was wrong... 562 00:26:05,228 --> 00:26:07,396 Or maybe I was, for believing him. 563 00:26:07,430 --> 00:26:09,798 d c'est "d'oublier" son d 564 00:26:09,816 --> 00:26:12,351 It'll be okay. Come on. Let's find him. 565 00:26:12,402 --> 00:26:15,571 d monokini, hey d 566 00:26:20,743 --> 00:26:22,661 Lorrie is a bit late, 567 00:26:22,695 --> 00:26:24,663 But she'll be here any minute. 568 00:26:24,697 --> 00:26:26,782 I hope jeremiah brought his "a" game. 569 00:26:26,816 --> 00:26:28,267 Oh, he's not here yet either. 570 00:26:28,301 --> 00:26:29,785 Any reason you think he might be late? 571 00:26:29,819 --> 00:26:31,920 The guy is a famous recluse. 572 00:26:31,955 --> 00:26:34,089 He might not show up at all. It's your fault for picking him. 573 00:26:34,123 --> 00:26:36,208 My fa--oh, you've got ta be kidding me. 574 00:26:36,259 --> 00:26:37,709 We said no sabotaging. 575 00:26:37,760 --> 00:26:39,511 What are you talking about? 576 00:26:39,546 --> 00:26:42,047 Jeremiah. Hi. 577 00:26:43,332 --> 00:26:45,300 Mr. Humphrey, show me to the bar. 578 00:26:45,334 --> 00:26:48,303 I warn you, ifhe krug is warmer than 55 degrees, 579 00:26:48,337 --> 00:26:49,304 I'm leaving. 580 00:26:49,355 --> 00:26:50,772 Jeremiah harris? 581 00:26:50,807 --> 00:26:52,274 Epperly lawrence. 582 00:26:52,308 --> 00:26:53,892 Yes. How do you do? 583 00:26:53,943 --> 00:26:56,612 Daniel told me you were in a bit of a bind. 584 00:26:56,646 --> 00:26:59,398 Nice. Let's get you a glass of wine. 585 00:26:59,449 --> 00:27:02,985 I'll tell you all about our plans. 586 00:27:03,019 --> 00:27:05,070 o.M.G. 587 00:27:05,121 --> 00:27:09,124 I was just poleaxed by a poor person. 588 00:27:13,162 --> 00:27:15,497 Fancy seeing you here. 589 00:27:15,531 --> 00:27:18,467 Chuck, this is stuart fuji. He's in the film business. 590 00:27:18,501 --> 00:27:21,053 Stuart, can I borrow her for a moment? 591 00:27:23,640 --> 00:27:25,591 What are you doing with that bore? 592 00:27:25,642 --> 00:27:27,926 Let's get out of here. 593 00:27:28,011 --> 00:27:29,928 Actually, I'm having a nice time. 594 00:27:29,979 --> 00:27:33,232 Stuart understands that when I say I'm telling the truth, 595 00:27:33,266 --> 00:27:34,516 I am. 596 00:27:34,550 --> 00:27:36,518 Raina, you're trying to take my company. 597 00:27:36,552 --> 00:27:38,520 How can I just trust you? 598 00:27:38,554 --> 00:27:41,156 You'd think less of me if I did. 599 00:27:41,190 --> 00:27:43,942 I couldn't think less of you than I do right now. 600 00:27:43,993 --> 00:27:46,828 sorry. 601 00:27:46,863 --> 00:27:50,332 I wouldn't be like this if it wasn't my father's legacy. 602 00:27:50,366 --> 00:27:54,753 Stakes are too high to take a chance on trust. 603 00:27:54,787 --> 00:27:57,205 Hey. 604 00:27:57,239 --> 00:27:58,790 It's just business. 605 00:27:58,841 --> 00:28:03,645 From now on, I don't even know if we have that to discuss. 606 00:28:08,918 --> 00:28:10,385 Maybe eric went home. 607 00:28:10,419 --> 00:28:13,522 He doesn't really like parties anyway. 608 00:28:15,975 --> 00:28:18,777 He can't be buying from damien. 609 00:28:18,811 --> 00:28:20,445 Come on. 610 00:28:20,480 --> 00:28:22,764 your sister just clocked us. 611 00:28:24,534 --> 00:28:27,202 Okay, wh-what do we do? Just go with me on this one. 612 00:28:27,236 --> 00:28:32,307 Well, I'm gonna go get a drink. Would you like anything, babe? 613 00:28:32,342 --> 00:28:35,944 Uh... 614 00:28:38,447 --> 00:28:40,632 So you're damien's "babe" now? 615 00:28:42,168 --> 00:28:46,638 You... Williamsburg weasel! 616 00:28:46,673 --> 00:28:49,341 I can't believe you stabbed me in the back. 617 00:28:49,392 --> 00:28:52,311 I only did it because I thought you did the same to me. 618 00:28:52,345 --> 00:28:54,262 Hillary clinton is one of my role models. 619 00:28:54,296 --> 00:28:57,149 I do not break treaties, you ass, but I do secure borders, 620 00:28:57,183 --> 00:28:59,067 So I'm gonna go tell epperly what you did right now. 621 00:28:59,102 --> 00:29:02,437 No. Blair, wait. Look, we can-- we can figure something out. 622 00:29:02,471 --> 00:29:05,524 Let go of me, you classless cling-on. 623 00:29:05,575 --> 00:29:08,410 Blair, do not go to epperly. I need this job, all right? 624 00:29:08,444 --> 00:29:09,695 No! 625 00:29:09,746 --> 00:29:12,664 Uh... Whoa. 626 00:29:12,699 --> 00:29:14,833 aah! 627 00:29:17,036 --> 00:29:18,537 oh, no. 628 00:29:20,623 --> 00:29:21,656 Oh, is that... 629 00:29:21,674 --> 00:29:24,926 Stefano tonchi. I'm on the list. 630 00:29:24,961 --> 00:29:26,511 stefano, this way, please. 631 00:29:28,715 --> 00:29:33,185 Spotted--dubious friends in definite hot water. 632 00:29:33,219 --> 00:29:35,937 Obviously, you're both fired. Go back to the office 633 00:29:35,972 --> 00:29:38,106 And pack your things. 634 00:29:38,141 --> 00:29:39,975 Looks like "w" just left dan and blair 635 00:29:40,009 --> 00:29:42,094 Both out in the cold. 636 00:29:49,949 --> 00:29:52,917 I just got an interesting phone call from raina thorpe. 637 00:29:52,952 --> 00:29:56,454 Did you tell chuck to have me fired? 638 00:29:56,488 --> 00:29:59,541 let me guess. Uh, you thought I'd embarrass you. 639 00:29:59,592 --> 00:30:01,543 The thorpes were trying to take over bass industries. 640 00:30:01,594 --> 00:30:04,012 We thought they might be using you just to get information. 641 00:30:04,046 --> 00:30:05,563 I'm a grown man, nate, 642 00:30:05,598 --> 00:30:08,516 And I'm actually good at what I do. Chuck is family. 643 00:30:08,551 --> 00:30:12,137 I would never do anything to jeopardize things for him. 644 00:30:12,171 --> 00:30:14,639 You do realize that's a total contradiction, though, 645 00:30:14,673 --> 00:30:17,075 Being chuck's family and then working for the thorpes? 646 00:30:17,109 --> 00:30:19,727 Word around the office is that he's banging thorpe's daughter. 647 00:30:19,762 --> 00:30:21,746 Talk about sleeping with the enemy. 648 00:30:21,781 --> 00:30:23,748 But that's chuck's decision, okay? 649 00:30:23,783 --> 00:30:26,217 And whatever happens with raina is on him and him alone. 650 00:30:26,252 --> 00:30:28,219 You need the second chance. 651 00:30:28,254 --> 00:30:30,221 You can't go down in another scandal. 652 00:30:30,256 --> 00:30:33,124 So you're getting me fired instead? 653 00:30:33,159 --> 00:30:35,109 all those nights in prison, 654 00:30:35,144 --> 00:30:38,313 When I thought I couldn't take it, 655 00:30:38,347 --> 00:30:40,131 When I wanted to quit 656 00:30:40,166 --> 00:30:44,719 Or die or... I didn't, because I knew there was still 657 00:30:44,753 --> 00:30:47,222 One person out there who believed in me. 658 00:30:47,256 --> 00:30:49,340 Dad, you'll get another job. 659 00:30:49,374 --> 00:30:51,593 Yeah, washing toilets. 660 00:30:51,644 --> 00:30:54,545 You know what? I think I'd rather live in a halfway house 661 00:30:54,563 --> 00:30:57,148 Than live with someone who only halfway trusts me. 662 00:30:59,351 --> 00:31:02,687 d this time in between the day d 663 00:31:02,721 --> 00:31:04,939 d and the night, the light d 664 00:31:04,990 --> 00:31:06,407 Come on. It was just an internship. 665 00:31:06,442 --> 00:31:08,109 I'm sure you can have your mother call 666 00:31:08,160 --> 00:31:10,111 And get you a new one in a second. 667 00:31:10,162 --> 00:31:12,614 My mother didn't get me "w." she's a designer. 668 00:31:12,665 --> 00:31:14,499 She can't call in favors from a fashion magazine. 669 00:31:14,533 --> 00:31:17,535 Well, you don't get jobs like this without a connection. 670 00:31:17,570 --> 00:31:20,255 Well, I did. I practically stalked stefano. 671 00:31:20,289 --> 00:31:22,257 I spent the night at his lobby waiting to meet him. 672 00:31:22,291 --> 00:31:25,260 And after the police escorted me out for the third time, 673 00:31:25,294 --> 00:31:27,962 I faxed a letter to every machine in the building. 674 00:31:28,013 --> 00:31:29,464 That's like 200 fax machines. 675 00:31:29,515 --> 00:31:31,516 332. 676 00:31:31,550 --> 00:31:33,801 Wow, blair, I'm so sorry. 677 00:31:33,853 --> 00:31:35,803 I didn't know any of this. 678 00:31:35,855 --> 00:31:38,306 what, the fact that you were willfully ignorant 679 00:31:38,357 --> 00:31:41,643 Is supposed to make me feel better? 680 00:31:41,694 --> 00:31:44,812 You wanted an internship. I wanted this one. 681 00:31:44,864 --> 00:31:46,814 So why didn't you just sabotage me? 682 00:31:46,866 --> 00:31:48,733 You had every opportunity. 683 00:31:48,767 --> 00:31:50,985 Guess I must have some undiagnosed brain injury, 684 00:31:51,036 --> 00:31:52,453 Because I stupidly thought 685 00:31:52,488 --> 00:31:54,656 That this fake friendship might be real. 686 00:31:54,707 --> 00:31:56,791 d changes d 687 00:31:56,825 --> 00:32:01,129 d I've never been good with change d 688 00:32:01,163 --> 00:32:03,665 d I hate it when it all stays the same d 689 00:32:03,716 --> 00:32:05,667 Damien dalgaard, of all people-- 690 00:32:05,718 --> 00:32:07,669 You know what kind of person he is. 691 00:32:07,720 --> 00:32:09,671 Oh, so now you wanna get all sisterly? 692 00:32:09,722 --> 00:32:11,172 You're dating a demon. 693 00:32:11,223 --> 00:32:13,841 Can't you see he's using you like he did jenny? 694 00:32:13,893 --> 00:32:15,343 Why? 'cause nobody could ever like me for me? 695 00:32:15,394 --> 00:32:17,312 Hey, I know what it feels like when you think 696 00:32:17,346 --> 00:32:18,813 You got no one to turn to. 697 00:32:18,847 --> 00:32:20,481 Who the hell are you? 698 00:32:20,516 --> 00:32:22,517 I'm ben, serena's-- 699 00:32:22,568 --> 00:32:24,402 Non-rapist but still technically ex-con former teacher. 700 00:32:24,436 --> 00:32:27,021 You have taken up a lot of time over the dinner table 701 00:32:27,072 --> 00:32:28,406 At our house. 702 00:32:28,440 --> 00:32:30,325 I'm sure all that drama has been overshadowing 703 00:32:30,359 --> 00:32:32,827 What's going on in everyone else's life, especially yours. 704 00:32:32,861 --> 00:32:34,529 No offense, man, but mind your own business. 705 00:32:34,580 --> 00:32:36,030 When I got locked up, 706 00:32:36,081 --> 00:32:38,166 I... Befriended some not very good guys. 707 00:32:38,200 --> 00:32:40,034 Found out the hard way, 708 00:32:40,119 --> 00:32:42,537 When you do things that betray who you are, 709 00:32:42,588 --> 00:32:45,156 It can become very difficult to recognize yourself. 710 00:32:47,209 --> 00:32:49,427 I don't wanna see that happen to you. 711 00:32:49,461 --> 00:32:51,329 Please, eric. 712 00:32:52,681 --> 00:32:54,665 Mom did this awful thing, 713 00:32:54,683 --> 00:32:56,684 And--and you went away to ostroff, 714 00:32:56,719 --> 00:33:00,355 And I was looking so forward to just being away with elliot 715 00:33:00,389 --> 00:33:01,856 And having somebody to talk to, 716 00:33:01,890 --> 00:33:04,292 And then he broke up with , and I didn't have anybody. 717 00:33:04,326 --> 00:33:06,060 You always have me. 718 00:33:06,111 --> 00:33:09,564 No, I didn't. You were off chasing some judge, 719 00:33:09,615 --> 00:33:11,065 Trying to help him. 720 00:33:11,116 --> 00:33:13,117 I don't want to feel sad. 721 00:33:13,152 --> 00:33:16,120 I didn't wanna feel anything, and the one thing about damien 722 00:33:16,155 --> 00:33:18,323 Is he is a good distraction, but... 723 00:33:19,825 --> 00:33:21,209 You're right. 724 00:33:21,243 --> 00:33:23,044 Thank you. 725 00:33:23,078 --> 00:33:25,696 I won't see him anymore. 726 00:33:32,137 --> 00:33:34,589 Um, serena, can I speak to you? 727 00:33:34,640 --> 00:33:37,425 It's okay. I gotta go anyway. 728 00:33:40,179 --> 00:33:42,347 What juliet did-- has it crossed your mind 729 00:33:42,381 --> 00:33:44,349 That ben was at least partially responsible? 730 00:33:44,383 --> 00:33:47,735 He wanted revenge because he thought I put him in prison. 731 00:33:47,770 --> 00:33:50,772 But that's in the past. You know, he just gave eric 732 00:33:50,823 --> 00:33:52,607 Some really fatherly advice, helped convince him 733 00:33:52,658 --> 00:33:54,108 To stay away from damien dalgaard. 734 00:33:54,159 --> 00:33:55,743 Damien? 735 00:33:55,778 --> 00:33:57,245 Look, I would love to explain, 736 00:33:57,279 --> 00:33:59,113 But I need to find ben right now. 737 00:33:59,164 --> 00:34:01,249 d once said, words make... d 738 00:34:01,283 --> 00:34:04,252 Epperly, uh, it's dan humphrey. I know I ruined your party 739 00:34:04,286 --> 00:34:05,753 And humiliated your boss 740 00:34:05,788 --> 00:34:08,673 And there's no reason for you to want to listen to me right now, 741 00:34:08,707 --> 00:34:10,675 But I've got to tell you something. 742 00:34:10,709 --> 00:34:13,378 Eric. 743 00:34:13,412 --> 00:34:15,880 I just heard that you've been hanging out with damien. 744 00:34:15,914 --> 00:34:17,465 Are you doing drugs? 745 00:34:17,516 --> 00:34:20,885 You know, I could lie and say no. 746 00:34:20,919 --> 00:34:24,188 Um... But I bought sleeping pills. 747 00:34:24,223 --> 00:34:26,190 And then I needed adderall to wake back up, 748 00:34:26,225 --> 00:34:28,192 But that was it, and, um, 749 00:34:28,227 --> 00:34:30,561 It was stupid, and I'm done with it. 750 00:34:30,595 --> 00:34:34,399 If you need help, I wanna make sure you get it. 751 00:34:34,433 --> 00:34:36,701 No, I don't care about the drugs. 752 00:34:36,735 --> 00:34:39,987 Damien was just there when no one else would listen. 753 00:34:40,039 --> 00:34:42,123 d never been good with change d 754 00:34:42,157 --> 00:34:47,462 d I hate it when it all stays the same d 755 00:34:47,496 --> 00:34:50,465 d caught between the gold and the gain d 756 00:34:50,499 --> 00:34:53,084 Ben, wait. Please don't avoid me. 757 00:34:53,118 --> 00:34:55,136 I wanna be your friend. 758 00:34:55,170 --> 00:34:57,422 Serena, it's a lot easier for me to start over 759 00:34:57,456 --> 00:34:59,424 Without any reminders from my past. 760 00:34:59,458 --> 00:35:01,926 But why? I saw you talking to eric, 761 00:35:01,960 --> 00:35:04,645 And it reminded me of what you were like 762 00:35:04,680 --> 00:35:06,147 At boarding school. 763 00:35:06,181 --> 00:35:08,766 I'm not that person anymore. 764 00:35:08,800 --> 00:35:10,101 Yes, you are. 765 00:35:10,135 --> 00:35:12,019 You wanna know why I've been avoiding you? 766 00:35:12,071 --> 00:35:14,972 Because I see that look in your eye, 767 00:35:14,990 --> 00:35:17,475 And I know exactly what it means. 768 00:35:17,493 --> 00:35:19,577 But I don't wanna be with you. 769 00:35:19,611 --> 00:35:22,497 I didn't reciprocate back then, and I don't now. 770 00:35:22,531 --> 00:35:24,832 I'm sorry. 771 00:35:24,867 --> 00:35:27,869 d 772 00:35:33,992 --> 00:35:36,177 Sorry, s. Looks like the only thing 773 00:35:36,211 --> 00:35:40,832 You'll be snuggling up with this winter are warm memories. 774 00:35:43,068 --> 00:35:44,502 I'm not heartbroken. I'm humiliated. 775 00:35:44,536 --> 00:35:47,672 I was falling for someone who wants nothing to do with me. 776 00:35:47,706 --> 00:35:49,591 And I thought I found my calling, 777 00:35:49,642 --> 00:35:52,093 And now the only thing that brings me any joy 778 00:35:52,144 --> 00:35:54,646 Is planning dan humphrey's long, slow demise. 779 00:36:00,052 --> 00:36:01,569 Epperly? 780 00:36:01,604 --> 00:36:03,104 It's 9:20. Where are you? 781 00:36:03,155 --> 00:36:05,190 W-what are you talking about? You fired me. 782 00:36:05,224 --> 00:36:07,675 Yes, and then dan confessed that you were the one 783 00:36:07,710 --> 00:36:09,694 Who called jeremiah, and he took credit for it and then 784 00:36:09,728 --> 00:36:11,196 Staged that whole wrestling stunt to embarrass you. 785 00:36:11,230 --> 00:36:12,580 I was totally wrong about him. If you're gonna be 786 00:36:12,615 --> 00:36:14,082 A backstabber, just stab some backs, you know? 787 00:36:14,116 --> 00:36:15,583 Are you saying... 788 00:36:15,618 --> 00:36:18,086 That alex white is styling eight looks today, 789 00:36:18,120 --> 00:36:20,922 And I need someone to steam the couture? Yes. 790 00:36:20,956 --> 00:36:24,759 I'll be there in 15. you know what I just remembered? 791 00:36:24,793 --> 00:36:26,678 If you really want something, 792 00:36:26,712 --> 00:36:29,297 You don't stop for anyone or anything until you get it. 793 00:36:37,356 --> 00:36:38,806 Thanks for meeting me. 794 00:36:38,858 --> 00:36:41,860 Serena told me how helpful you were with eric yesterday. 795 00:36:41,894 --> 00:36:45,230 Just saying what I thought. 796 00:36:45,264 --> 00:36:48,449 Ben, I realize my wife hasn't treated you justly in any way. 797 00:36:48,484 --> 00:36:49,901 I'd like to help. 798 00:36:49,935 --> 00:36:51,953 You're not gonna offer me more money, are you? 799 00:36:51,987 --> 00:36:55,740 You deserve a real shot at getting back on your feet again, 800 00:36:55,774 --> 00:36:58,960 And that's gonna be tough to do living in a halfway house. 801 00:36:58,994 --> 00:37:00,962 I have an extra room at my loft, 802 00:37:00,996 --> 00:37:02,964 And I-I'd love it if you moved in. 803 00:37:05,668 --> 00:37:07,669 d I know we're gonna make it tonight d 804 00:37:07,720 --> 00:37:09,170 After everything that's happened, 805 00:37:09,221 --> 00:37:11,639 It's the least we can do. 806 00:37:11,674 --> 00:37:13,641 d tomorrow will be all right d 807 00:37:13,676 --> 00:37:17,228 I haven't experienced a lot of kindness lately. 808 00:37:17,263 --> 00:37:20,899 I gotta think about it, but... Sounds good. 809 00:37:20,933 --> 00:37:22,433 Take your time. 810 00:37:22,467 --> 00:37:26,988 d so take a breath d 811 00:37:28,657 --> 00:37:30,975 d my dear friend d 812 00:37:30,993 --> 00:37:33,995 hi. Could you connect me to room 312, please? 813 00:37:34,029 --> 00:37:36,314 Howard archibald. 814 00:37:36,332 --> 00:37:37,949 d let go d 815 00:37:37,983 --> 00:37:40,285 What do you mean, he's checked out? 816 00:37:40,319 --> 00:37:42,153 d and rise again d 817 00:37:42,171 --> 00:37:43,821 Yeah. 818 00:37:43,839 --> 00:37:44,989 This winter... 819 00:37:45,007 --> 00:37:45,990 Thank you. 820 00:37:46,008 --> 00:37:47,992 Even though we bundle up, 821 00:37:48,010 --> 00:37:51,296 A cold shoulder can freeze us out. 822 00:37:51,330 --> 00:37:52,597 d I know d 823 00:37:52,631 --> 00:37:55,433 I heard about what young bass asked raina to do. 824 00:37:55,467 --> 00:37:56,851 It's terrible. 825 00:37:56,885 --> 00:37:59,270 Well, I'm just thankful she gave me the heads up 826 00:37:59,305 --> 00:38:01,272 And you gave me a chance to talk. 827 00:38:01,307 --> 00:38:02,974 We're old friends, and you're doing a bang-up job. 828 00:38:03,008 --> 00:38:04,859 I, uh, should've told you about my plans 829 00:38:04,893 --> 00:38:06,361 For bass industries, 830 00:38:06,395 --> 00:38:08,813 But I didn't wanna put you in a compromising position. 831 00:38:08,847 --> 00:38:11,282 I completely understand, and I can assure you, 832 00:38:11,317 --> 00:38:15,069 There are no conflicts anymore. Whatever you need, I'm your guy. 833 00:38:15,120 --> 00:38:19,040 d let go d 834 00:38:19,074 --> 00:38:21,909 What are you doing here? 835 00:38:21,961 --> 00:38:24,329 I was wrong to ask you to fire the captain. 836 00:38:24,363 --> 00:38:27,382 Stuart, a moment? 837 00:38:27,416 --> 00:38:29,984 Yes, you were. 838 00:38:30,019 --> 00:38:32,036 I told you who I was when we met. 839 00:38:32,054 --> 00:38:33,888 I don't play games 840 00:38:33,922 --> 00:38:36,057 In business or in my personal life. 841 00:38:36,091 --> 00:38:38,559 My father is gonna do everything humanly possible 842 00:38:38,594 --> 00:38:40,411 To acquire bass industries. 843 00:38:40,446 --> 00:38:42,897 It's not a secret. It's a fact. 844 00:38:42,931 --> 00:38:46,651 I know. I apologize for losing sight of that. 845 00:38:46,685 --> 00:38:50,271 Look, you're a beautiful girl who says what's on her mind 846 00:38:50,322 --> 00:38:52,490 And isn't afraid of the consequences. 847 00:38:52,524 --> 00:38:54,475 I don't want to stop seeing you. 848 00:38:54,510 --> 00:38:57,261 I can handle the complications if you can. 849 00:38:57,296 --> 00:38:59,580 Hmm. I think complications 850 00:38:59,615 --> 00:39:02,200 Are the least of what I can handle. 851 00:39:02,234 --> 00:39:04,085 But... 852 00:39:04,119 --> 00:39:06,871 There is a man... In a towel 853 00:39:06,905 --> 00:39:09,791 In my bathroom right now. 854 00:39:09,842 --> 00:39:11,876 So... 855 00:39:11,910 --> 00:39:13,511 Maybe another time? 856 00:39:38,237 --> 00:39:39,787 You look good here. 857 00:39:39,822 --> 00:39:42,290 Guess it turns out your friend wasn't worthy. 858 00:39:42,324 --> 00:39:43,791 Tell me about it. 859 00:39:43,826 --> 00:39:46,627 I've been trying to convince people for years. 860 00:39:46,662 --> 00:39:50,331 But just so you know, he was never really my friend. 861 00:39:55,754 --> 00:40:00,308 Sometimes a ray of sun shines in and gives us hope. 862 00:40:00,342 --> 00:40:04,645 I offered ben the apartment, and he's thinking about it. 863 00:40:04,680 --> 00:40:07,315 Thank you so much, rufus. 864 00:40:07,349 --> 00:40:09,484 We're just not gonna take "no" for an answer. 865 00:40:09,518 --> 00:40:12,303 Ben is still a good person. I-I know he is. 866 00:40:19,828 --> 00:40:22,497 Consider this a warning. Stay away from serena. 867 00:40:22,531 --> 00:40:25,483 Stay away from her family. I remember your father, 868 00:40:25,501 --> 00:40:28,486 And I think we both know how he would respond to your dealing 869 00:40:28,504 --> 00:40:30,488 If someone were to tell him. 870 00:40:30,506 --> 00:40:32,490 What do you care, huh? 871 00:40:32,508 --> 00:40:35,126 Those people ruined your life, not me. 872 00:40:38,680 --> 00:40:40,181 You actually like her. 873 00:40:40,215 --> 00:40:43,184 How I feel about serena is none of your damn business. 874 00:40:43,218 --> 00:40:46,187 The only thing you should be worried about is disappearing. 875 00:41:04,323 --> 00:41:09,193 Synced By YesCool www.addic7ed.com 876 00:41:09,211 --> 00:41:11,662 Hey. What are you doing right now? 877 00:41:11,696 --> 00:41:14,165 sorry, damien, but I'm done with the pills. 878 00:41:14,199 --> 00:41:19,003 No, that's not what I meant. You wanna hang out? 879 00:41:19,037 --> 00:41:20,588 As friends. 880 00:41:20,639 --> 00:41:24,342 But on the upper east side, the slipperiest ice... 881 00:41:24,376 --> 00:41:26,744 Uh, sure. Why not? 882 00:41:26,779 --> 00:41:27,945 Good. 883 00:41:27,980 --> 00:41:30,765 ...Is usually right in front of us. 884 00:41:30,816 --> 00:41:32,016 Good. 885 00:41:32,050 --> 00:41:35,019 X.O.X.O. Gossip girl.