So far, the fate of Bass Industries has been less than riveting for most Gossip Girl fans, even as Chuck's involvement with Raina gives it a potentially interesting twist.

Will things pick up next week? As advertised, young Bass seems to be growing more and more conflicted about his feelings toward Thorpe - father, daughter, and company.

Where is this going? How far will Chuck go to save his dad's legacy?

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