: Russell Thorpe remains determined to destroy Chuck Bass’s family legacy. However, he risks alienating his daughter, Raina, in the process.
While not titled "Empire of the Son," this is the 17th episode of Season 4. It focuses on the Lyon family's desperate battle to keep their company: [S4E17] Empire Of The Son
: Ben’s mother steals a legal affidavit from Serena’s room to give to Thorpe, hoping to clear her son's name, which causes Serena to falsely accuse Ben of betrayal. : Russell Thorpe remains determined to destroy Chuck