[s1e3] Poison — Ivy

Dan’s journey highlights the stark divide between the wealthy elite and those trying to break into that world through merit alone.

The Upper East Side teens are under immense pressure to impress recruiters. Blair Waldorf becomes increasingly jealous of Serena van der Woodsen’s effortless charisma, which seems to attract more attention from the Harvard representative than Blair’s meticulous planning. [S1E3] Poison Ivy

In an attempt to sabotage Serena, Blair uncovers and reveals a secret about Serena visiting someone in a treatment center. While Blair believes this will ruin Serena's reputation, it is later revealed that Serena was visiting her younger brother, Eric, following his suicide attempt. Dan’s journey highlights the stark divide between the