Complete story — includes the ending
Unresolved issues between Ben and Serena come to light when his mother visits. Meanwhile, Russell puts his relationship with Raina at risk by using personal information to blackmail Lily in order to destroy Chuck's family legacy. Blair and Dan's relationship continues to build. Nate and Raina explore their feelings for each other. Lily prepares to face legal consequences for her part in Ben's false imprisonment. William van der Woodsen makes his return to the Upper East Side. Title reference: The 1987 film Empire of the Sun.
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Source and revision history · Adapted from Wikipedia contributors, Gossip Girl season 4. HTML formatting and reference markers removed. · Content license