As the crew looks forward to a fresh start in the new year, a debutante ball threatens already fragile bonds.

Julien struggles to show Grace’s true colors to Obie. Audrey and Max suspect Aki is keeping a secret. Zoya learns of Nick’s betrayal.

Kate, Jordan, and Wendy attempt to conceal Gossip Girl’s identity from a determined Mike. Audrey breaks down after Max and Aki go away on a trip without her.

A familiar figure blackmails Kate into ruining an important event. Obie proposes a transactional offer that would destroy his family to Gossip Girl.