Vince is blinded by love, and Eric gets cozy with Sloan. Meanwhile, Ari gets shot down in the war room, and Drama and Turtle use their paparazzi skills on an important spy mission.
Vince makes a splash at a convention with his new co-star. When neither Eric nor Shauna can appease a bitter journalist, Turtle sends a pair of professionals to the rescue. Ari gives Drama a rockin' birthday gift.
Marissa adjusts to a new school. Ryan wonders if their separation will affect their relationship. Seth's feud with Dean Hess gets Summer in trouble. Charlotte arrives in Newport.
Ryan makes a life-changing decision with Sandy's support. Dean Hess tries to ruin Ryan's future, but Summer and Seth know a secret about Hess. Charlotte makes Julie an offer.
During a show by rock band THE SUBWAYS, Taylor's behavior causes a major rift between Seth and Summer. Marissa is determined to end the conflict between Ryan and Volchok.