A Maybe: [s1e2] She's Having

Julien initially plans to sabotage Zoya and Obie's relationship to appease her followers and friends, Monet and Luna . However, after seeing the genuine connection between them, she has a change of heart and chooses to protect her sister instead.

In a side plot, Audrey Hope struggles with her mother’s alcoholism and financial instability, leading her to seek comfort in a tryst with Max Wolfe , complicating her relationship with Aki Menzies . Max, meanwhile, continues his pursuit of their teacher, Rafa Caparros , using Aki as a pawn in his games. Key Character Developments Conflict / Arc Julien Calloway [S1E2] She's Having a Maybe

Experiences a "fall from grace" as she discovers her mother's clothing line is going bankrupt. Julien initially plans to sabotage Zoya and Obie's

Reviewers from Vulture noted that while the episode is packed with "twists and turns," it sometimes lacks the narrative energy of the original series. Others praised the performance of (Julien) for bringing emotional depth to a character often seen only through a social media lens. Gossip Girl Recap: Papa Don't Preach Max, meanwhile, continues his pursuit of their teacher,