Nate’s wandering the halls to avoid a test when Y/n’s notebook falls at his feet. He scoops it up, hands brushing hers — polite, distant, but noticeably gentle. Gossip Girl posts: “Looks like the UES heartthrob has found a new muse. Watch out, B. History loves to repeat itself.” The following morning, Serena appears in Y/n’s literature class as if she’s always belonged there and invites Y/n to sit with her and the group at lunch.