: "Where do you get off inviting people to my salon? Explain yourself!"
: Lola discovers that Serena has been secretly acting as Gossip Girl . This creates a rift as Serena struggles to maintain her hidden influence over the Upper East Side's elite. [S5E20] Salon of the Dead
: Outside of the salon drama, Lola lands a major audition, though she finds her "It Girl" status increasingly manipulated by Gossip Girl’s plans. Key Quotes : "Where do you get off inviting people to my salon
: Blair aims for "British-themed glamour," though the evening is plagued by Brooklyn jokes—including Dan's suggestion of using mason jars for glasses. : Outside of the salon drama, Lola lands
: The intellectual atmosphere is quickly derailed by uninvited guests. Nate brings Lola, and Chuck arrives at Nate's invitation, leading Blair to wonder if "a liquid diet of booze and great intellectual conversation" will be enough to manage the tension. Major Plot Points and Revelations
: "Blair, our salon can easily handle a few party crashers."
While the salon serves as the backdrop, several major secrets come to light during this episode: