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This episode was FULL of drama drama drama. Whitney needs to kick Jay to the curb because all he is is trouble. And I can't believe that Olivia would do such a thing to Whitney!! If you missed the episode you'll find out that Olivia is such a backstabber!

At Diane von Furstenberg, Alixe Boyer calls Whitney and Olivia into her office with an urgent request from the Creative Director of Elle Magazine, Joe Zee, for them to pull together some possible outfits for Jessica Alba to wear on the March cover of Elle. Alixe asks them to pull five or six things from Spring Runway that would be ideal for the cover, putting Olivia in charge and asking Whitney to help her with the pull.

Whitney and Olivia get straight to work on finding something that will really stand out for the cover shot. Olivia pulls a few things, pointing out to Whitney why they are cover material, and when Whitney pulls a colorful outfit that she feels is representative of the line, Olivia brushes it off as "too matchy, matchy." Olivia explains that because it's too much of the same thing, they won't use it for the cover. Whitney pushes to include the look, and finally agrees to keep it on the rack, just because it adds a little color.

At Erin's apartment in Gramercy, Erin greets Allie with a hug and Allie proceeds to tell Erin about moving out of Adam's apartment. Erin says she's really happy she can be there for Allie, and tells Allie she's more than welcome to stay as long as she needs. Allie thanks her and then talks about how she feels like this is a make or break moment in her relationship with Adam, but hopes this will make things better between them.

Whitney and Jay meet for dinner in Greenwich Village at Double Crown, where Jay asks how work is going. They both laugh when Whitney replies, "Olivia was Olivia." Whitney asks Jay how the apartment hunt is going, and Jay explains that his first plan of attack is to feel things out and call a few people. Whitney reiterates the fact that he's more than welcome to stay with her but points out that she has never lived with a guy before and that they're clearly not ready for this to become permanent. Jay respects her terms, and they both agree that the situation is temporary.

In the Meat Packing District at Diane von Furstenberg, Whitney and Olivia meet Alixe and Emese, the Director of Public Relations. Alixe shows them the first draft of the Elle cover shoot, with Jessica Alba posing in the outfit Whitney picked out. Emese asks them, "Which one of you guys pulled the winning look?" and Olivia credits herself as having pulled the jacket, and Whitney with pulling the shirt. Whitney looks completely shocked as Olivia proceeds to comment on how well the colors of the outfit work. Alixe then tells the girls that they are going to host a luncheon to celebrate the cover, tasking the girls with putting together a guest list. Before they go, Alixe adds, "Olivia, I know you spear-headed the project, you did an excellent job," to which Olivia graciously tells her that means a lot.

Later that night, Whitney meets Erin, Allie, and Samantha at Rayuela on the Lower East Side, where Whitney fills them in on the latest at work; how she pulled the outfit that was used for the Elle cover shoot, but Olivia "totally took credit for it." The girls are completely disgusted, and Whitney seeks their advice as to whether she should confront her bosses or Olivia. Erin suggests that she start playing dirty, but Allie says that she's learned what type of person Olivia is, so now she knows for the future and it's probably not worth starting drama. The conversation turns to Whitney's living situation with Jay, and Erin jokes that he better at least be returning it in sexual favors... "You're gonna live here, bitch, you gotta work for it." Whitney hesitates uncomfortably, and then explains that she's having some issues with the relationship, saying that he comes home at 5:30 in the morning, the intimacy and the passion seem gone. Allie sums up that Jay is a rock star and he's going to live a rock star life and that's not going to change.

At Pink Elephant in Chelsea, Jay meets up with Adam where they fill each other in on their respective love lives. When Adam asks how living with Whitney is going, Jay replies, "The one good thing about living with her, I don't really need to take her out so much," to which Adam laughs, "Cheap date." When Jay comments on Allie moving out, Adam answers him with a simple, "Dude," and they agree to stop talking about their girlfriends for the night. Jay spots his ex-girlfriend, Danielle, and says hello, asking how long she'll be in New York. She tells him two days, just to chill, and then Jay asks, "Are you ready to get out of here?" She smiles and says, "Of course."

The next day, the Elle Cover Luncheon is in full swing at Diane von Furstenberg. Alixe pulls Olivia aside and tells her how pleased she is with the luncheon and the cover. Olivia says excitedly, "I pulled that look," going on to say that she considered what Joe Zee likes and what Jessica Alba likes and that she just knew the look would work. Diane von Furstenberg and Joe Zee both come over to admire the cover and congratulate Olivia on what a great job she did. Whitney joins them, just in time to hear Olivia repeat that she pulled that look and receive further congratulations, making Whitney even more frustrated.

At Joe's Ginger in Chinatown, Whitney tells Jay about the luncheon and how she was about to have it out with Olivia for taking credit for the Elle cover. Jay gives an exaggerated sigh and says he's tired because he was up until six in the morning. When Whitney wonders what he could be doing until so late, he responds, "Binge drinking."

The next morning, Whitney meets Allie at Amy's Bread. Allie starts by telling Whitney that she knows that this isn't what she wants to hear right now, however, Adam slipped up and mentioned that Jay's ex, Danielle, was with them the other night. Whitney explains how it makes perfect sense because of how he was acting at dinner the other night -- she knew he was out late but she didn't know who he was with. After a long pause, Whitney says, "I'm so over all of this, you know?"

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Hopefully Jay doesn't screw over Whitney! Whitney is such a nice girl..She doesn't need Jay's drama or any of his bullsh*t! Just like Jess said to Whitney...There's always something with Jay...

At One Management, Erin tells Allie how excited she is for the Miami trip. Allie says she can't go because she has a photo shoot for Nylon magazine -- it's a sexy photo shoot with a guy. Erin asks if Adam is cool with her shooting with other guys and Allie explains how he always gets a little bit jealous, but who really cares right now. Allie goes on to tell Erin about how connected Adam is down in Miami and warns Erin to be prepared because Adam and Jay are so crazy down there.

Whitney, Erin, Adam, and Jay arrive in Miami at the Fontainebleau Resort in South Beach along with Jay's band mate Pottsy, and his girlfriend Jess. Everybody heads down to the pool, where Erin asks Whitney how things are going with Jay staying at her place. Whitney fills the girls in, saying that she's not ready for it to be too serious so she gave him two weeks, but she figures they'll at least get to know each other better in that two weeks. Meanwhile, the guys hang in the pool, joking about how Jay moved in with his girlfriend because Adam kicked him out in favor of Allie. The guys talk about all the temptation in Miami, and Adam asks, "What, are you counting me out?"

The girls continue their conversation, and Whitney brings up Jay's ex-girlfriend Danielle, who Jay had been rumored to go home with, and how she apparently lives in Miami. They talk about how she was obsessed with Jay, but Whitney shrugs it off and says all that was before they were together.

Back in New York at Industria Superstudio, Allie has her photo shoot for Nylon magazine. During a break, the male model Allie's doing the shoot with asks what she's up to after this, and suggests that maybe they grab a beer, or even a Snapple. Allie laughs, "A Snapple? That's kinda weird, I have a boyfriend." The guy explains that he's a gentleman, or at least tries to be, to which Allie asks, "Try but fail?"

In South Beach, everybody heads out to a club called Liv. Jay looks around and spots his ex-girlfriend, Danielle, with a new guy. He assures his guy friends that he doesn't care, then walks over to Danielle to say hello and tells her she looks as if she's got a new boy. She says she doesn't, she's single. He goes on to bring up the time they saw each other in New York when they went home together, and explains that it put him in a really awkward situation.

Across the club, Whitney and the girls see Jay and Danielle talking. Erin says, "I hate that. The world is so small; you can't even get away from exes."

Later, Danielle introduces herself to Whitney and apologizes for all the drama. Whitney shrugs it off. Jay approaches Whitney afterwards and asks, "What was that like?" He then goes on to reaffirm that there's nothing to worry about because nothing happened between him and Danielle. Jay tells Whitney that the most important thing is that she trusts him, but Whitney says if he didn't do anything wrong, then he wouldn't care. Meanwhile, Erin takes notice of the growing number of girls surrounding Adam.

At Industria Superstudio, Allie receives a phone call from Erin, telling her that Adam is surrounded by girls and being really flirty and she doesn't know what to make of it. Allie asks her to keep an eye on him.

Back at Liv, Whitney and Erin comment on what a "little devil" Adam is, as they watch him talk to one of the many girls near him.

After the Nylon photo shoot wraps, Allie tells the guy that she just might have to take him up on that drink, and they leave the studio together. When he asks what changed her mind, she says, "Long day, I guess."

At Whitney's Apartment, Jay and Whitney discuss the trip, and Jay apologizes again for the whole Danielle thing. Whitney didn't really understand that whole situation and thought it was weird that Danielle was at the club. Whitney goes on to express that she trusted him and didn't feel that he had to go overboard to justify himself, but then points out that sometimes when people over-justify themselves that can mean they're trying to cover something up. Jay counters that it may mean they just want to put something behind them. Whitney says she's starting to feel really sick, the conversation is making her nauseous. Jay tells Whitney that it all comes down to whether she trusts him or not, and Whitney replies that she does, but just doesn't want to be played for a fool.

Uptown at Bergdorf Goodman, Samantha and Erin meet up for lunch where Samantha asks her about Miami. Erin says they had so much fun and gives Adam "Mr. Playboy" the "booby award" because of all the girls surrounded him at Liv. Erin tells Samantha how she'd called Allie to tell her what Adam was up to. Samantha and Erin hope Allie listens to what they're saying instead of Adam.

Adam meets Allie at 10 Downing with roses. When he asks how her job went, she tells him it was good until she got a call from Erin, giving her a heads up about how Adam was acting in Miami. Adam argues that "Erin's one to talk, she's got three different boyfriends," but Allie says Erin's just trying to keep an eye out. Adam doesn't see why he has to be scrutinized over everything he does and says she has to trust him. Allie says that she always has, but he's making it really hard. Allie goes on to tell him that she thinks it might be best that she move out -- she's already started looking for her own place. Adam feels like he's losing her and asks, "Why can't everything be the same how it was?"

The next day while shopping at Opening Ceremony in Soho, Whitney tells Jess about her conversation with Jay, and says that she's not sure if she can handle the whole Danielle thing. Whitney prods Jess to share her perspective on Jay since she had lived with him for awhile. Jess hesitates at first, unsure of whether she's crossing the line, but then explains that Jay's an "interesting" guy, he has a temper and is sometimes less than trustworthy, then points out, "There's always something with Jay."

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Olivia may be stuck in a web! She has a new man, but may still have feelings for her ex?? Even though Whitney and the crew were late to the show, Olivia was right about needing to dress the part!

While eating at Petite Abeille, Whitney and Jay talk about his band's upcoming gig at New York City venue Cutting Room. Whitney's invited Erin and Olivia to see the Tamarama show. Jay jokingly tells Whitney that he'll corner off a little area for Olivia so she doesn't have to "mingle with the commoners."

Meanwhile, on the Upper East Side, Olivia meets Nevan for lunch at La Goulue. After reprimanding Nevan, for calling her "babe," Olivia tells him that Whitney has invited her to see Jay's band play. Olivia doesn't know anything about Tamarama, so Nevan advises that she remember to smile and clap.

The night of Tamarama's Cutting Room gig, Whitney and Erin hail a cab and head to Olivia's apartment in Tribeca. On the way, Erin tells Whitney that her ex-boyfriend JR may be coming tonight. She goes on to say that she's told JR about Duncan and hopes that JR doesn't ask her to get back together. When Whitney asks Erin whether she wants him back, Erin says only that the timing is bad.

Olivia fluffs pillows in preparation for Erin and Whitney's arrival while her dog, Mr. Butler observes. When Whitney and Erin arrive, they immediately marvel at her closet and how pretty the apartment looks. Like any good hostess, Olivia offers her guests "champy" (a.k.a. champagne), but Whitney says they're in a bit of rush. Olivia isn't worried and tells Whitney that Jay wouldn't start without her being there.

Over at the Cutting Room, Jay and his Tamarama bandmates are setting up for their gig. Adam shows up and asks Jay whether Whitney has arrived. Jay replies, "She'll be here -- she better be here."

Back at the apartment, Olivia is pouring the champagne. Mid-pour, Olivia decides that she should be wearing all black for a rock concert. Whitney and Erin try to convince her to stick with the current outfit, but Olivia has already headed to the closet to find something else to wear. Erin and Whitney exchange concerned glances and Erin mouths, "we've got to go!"

At the Cutting Room, Jay and bandmate Pottsy decide they have to start the show -- with or without Whitney. Samantha and Adam watch from the crowd as Tamarama's music fills the room. Still no Whitney.

Whitney calls to Olivia, who's still in her closet finalizing her outfit, telling her that it's time to go. Olivia says that she's "totally ready" and rejoins the girls in the living room to find Whitney holding a man's sock that she's pulled from the couch cushions. Whitney asks whether the sock belongs to Nevan. After a resounding "Eww!" the girls head out.

It's standing-room-only as Whitney, Erin and Olivia make their way through the crowd at the Cutting Room. They settle on a spot in the front of the crowd to watch Jay's band perform. Olivia feels bad as she accidentally bumps into neighboring concert goers. Erin tells her it's "a concert, honey -- you bump all you want!" It's not long before JR arrives, and although Erin seems happy to see him, she tells Samantha that the situation is reading 9.5 on the awkward scale.

When the band takes a break, Jay immediately heads into the crowd to find Whitney. Jay tells Whitney that she made it just in time. Olivia joins them and says goodbye -- she has to work in the morning. After Olivia makes her exit, Erin and Whitney head to the bathroom hallway where Whitney tells Erin that Jay's bandmates were giving her a hard time for being late. Whitney feels horrible but Erin reassures her that it wasn't her fault. Jay finds the girls in the hallway and Erin apologizes to him for being late. Jay suggests that they just forget about it.

The next day at the Diane von Furstenburg offices, Whitney asks Olivia if she enjoyed herself at the Tamarama show. Olivia says she did. Whitney then tells Olivia that she felt badly for showing up late. Olivia dismisses Whitney's comment, saying that it's "not the end of the world" because she's got something better lined up for Tamarama. Olivia tells Whitney that her friend needs a band to play an upcoming charity event, so, she suggested that Tamarama play the event. Surprise! Whitney tells Olivia that it'll mean a lot to Jay.

While lounging on Whitney's couch, Whitney tells Jay about Olivia lining up his band to play at an upcoming charity event. Jay jokingly asks whether Olivia is his booking agent, but then tells Whitney he'll give it a shot.

Erin greets JR on the street outside of Antique Garage before heading inside for dinner. Once they're seated, JR tells her that despite all that has happened since they were together he feels that they've picked right back up and he can't stop smiling about it. Erin laughs and tells him that his timing is really bad. JR agrees, but says that this is still where his heart is. It may be that JR knows where his heart lies, but Erin doesn't seem so sure.

Later at Erin's apartment, Whitney asks Erin and Samantha about their plans for the night. Erin tells them that JR is bartending at Brother Jimmy's if they want to stop by, spawning a conversation about Erin's relationship Duncan and JR's re-entry into her life. Erin says that Duncan's been perfect and so supportive. Whitney thinks that Erin might as well have fun tonight and get some free drinks out of it.

When Whitney and Olivia arrive at Hotel Gansevoort for the Completely Bare Charity Event, Tamarama is already setting up on the stage. The band starts to play as Olivia and Whitney greet other guests and find Nevan in the crowd. Olivia suggests that the three of them find a seat but Whitney decides to remain standing so she can see the band.

Meanwhile at Brother Jimmy's, Erin and Samantha arrive and greet JR who's stationed behind the bar. Erin turns to Samantha and says that JR is "so cute," she wishes that she didn't have a boyfriend right now.

Back at Hotel Gansevoort, Nevan begins making jokes about the band to Olivia and Teresa, the event planner. Gesturing in the direction of the band, he says that it's a "glossy high end place" but it's like the "beach boys" over there. The jokes continue even as Jay gets off stage to find Whitney. Jay wants to leave immediately and asks Whitney to keep "Bevan" away from him. Olivia notices the hasty departure and comments to Teresa that it was disrespectful of Jay to leave without saying goodbye. Nevan remarks, "What do you expect from the plaid mafia?"

While on a break from bartending, JR, who knows Erin well enough to know something is bothering her, asks her what's wrong. At Erin's request, they step outside of Brother Jimmy's to continue the conversation. She begins to tear up as she explains to JR how confused she is, telling him that she doesn't know what she wants right now. JR asks whether they're still going to hang out. After a long pause, Erin tells him she doesn't know. JR wipes away her tears and they hug.

The following day at DVF, Olivia asks Whitney what she thought about last night. Whitney thoughtfully repeats the question and tells Olivia that it was kind of like a stab in the back to have Nevan making fun of the band the whole night. Olivia says that Nevan is an adult and she has no control over him, all that Olivia asked for was a thank you. Whitney explains that Jay didn't feel like he owed anyone anything when it seemed like Olivia could have cared less. Olivia points the blame on Jay's insecurities and cuts the conversation short by telling Whitney that this is neither the time nor the place for this discussion. In the future, Olivia notes, they should leave their work environment separate from their private affairs.

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Jealousy is brewing! Is Whitney just a player? I feel bad for Jay...He seems like a genuine guy. Whitney needs to make up her mind...and quick! Here's the video and episode summary if you missed tonight's show!

At the Diane von Furstenberg offices, Whitney and Olivia discuss the guest list for their upcoming Wonder Woman Event with DC Comics. Olivia explains that all the "socials" (i.e. socialites) will be invited. Then Diane (yes, THE Diane von Furstenberg) shows up and talks to Whitney about styling some outfits for the event and then asks her how things are going for her.

Whitney and Erin have lunch at Caffe Falai in Soho. Whitney tells Erin that she thinks she may need to take a step back in her relationship with Jay.

Back at the DVF offices, the staff has a meeting about preparations for the upcoming Wonder Woman Event. Alixe Boyer, the VP Global Image Director and Whitney's boss, tells the team to convert the whole store for the event. Whitney is assigned to handle the window displays and Olivia's assigned to help Whitney.

Duncan, Erin's long distance boyfriend, is coming to the end of his stay in the city at Erin's apartment. They discuss their relationship and have conflicting views. Duncan talks about moving to NYC and says that he might just need "a couch" to sleep on until he finds his own place. While Erin enjoys being with him she also enjoys having her space when he's gone.

At DVF's Wonder Woman Event, Olivia works the front door and greets guests - many of whom she seems to know rather well. Samantha arrives and goes inside to chat with Whitney. They're introduced to Chris, a cute co-worker of Whitney's who works in a different department. Just as Chris is about to leave, he asks Whitney out to lunch. Whitney seems surprised by his straightforwardness but she agrees.

Whitney goes out to lunch at The Diner with Chris. Whitney tells him that she's still new to the city and only has a few friends, so, Chris offers to take her out so she can make more friends. Meanwhile, back at DVF, Olivia picks up a phone call from Jay - he's looking for Whitney. Olivia tells Jay that Whitney is out to lunch and that's all she knows.

When they return from lunch, Chris gives Whitney a hug goodbye and heads to his office. Olivia and another co-worker, Elizabeth, start grilling Whitney about her lunch date. Whitney says that although he's nice, she didn't feel any chemistry. The girls ask Whitney whether she's going to tell Jay. Olivia says that she doesn't need to tell him anything but Whitney decides to anyways because it was just a lunch.

As Duncan hails a cab to the airport he asks Erin about their relationship hoping to change her mind. Erin still thinks being in a long distance relationship works better and doesn't want him to move to New York just for her because it might put too much pressure on their relationship.

Later, Whitney meets up with Jay for dinner at Los Dados in the Meatpacking District. After a brief catch-up, Whitney talks about her friendly lunch date with Chris. Jay doesn't respond favorably and wonders if this is a ploy to make him jealous. He nonchalantly tells her that she can do whatever she wants. Does he really mean it?

At Whitney's apartment, Erin and Whitney discuss both of their relationships. Erin thinks she may have a problem because she has only had long distance relationships. Whitney says that Jay gives her too many mixed signals but she definitely has a spark with him that she doesn't have with anyone else.

Meanwhile at Il Bastardo, Jay confides in Adam about his relationship with Whitney. After three months of seeing each other, Jay needs to figure out if this relationship is either going to go somewhere or nowhere. After talking it out with Adam, Jay realizes that he doesn't want to lose Whitney -- she's a keeper!

Later, Jay picks up Whitney at her apartment for their date. While Whitney is still getting ready, Jay asks if they can talk. She says of course he can talk to her about anything. As Jay pulls her in close, he adoringly declares that he wants to take the relationship to "the next level" and wants Whitney to be his girlfriend. Whitney giggles and nods in agreement and they then seal the deal with their first kiss as an official couple.

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Blah! Relationships... Relationships... Relationships! Whitney just needs to ditch Jay. Olivia is right, Whitney doesn't need the extra baggage attached to her new apartment! Watch the full episode below!

Erin's new boyfriend, Duncan, flies into town from Toronto. They playfully flirt on the couch at Erin's apartment when Whitney walks in. After a brief introduction, Whitney tells them that she will give the two alone time and gets out of their way.

Erin and Whitney grab breakfast at The Smith in the East Village while Duncan is asleep. Whitney shares that she is grateful yet apologetic that Erin has let her stay in her apartment. Erin responds that she is happy to open up her home, even though it might be a little crowded with Duncan in town. Whitney also questions her relationship with Jay -- she wants to trust him, but is finding it difficult.

Whitney and Olivia help out with the styling at a Diane von Furstenberg photo shoot. While on the job, Whitney gets a call from Jay about an apartment he wants her to see immediately. She tells Olivia she wants to check out the place, but doesn't want to leave the shoot. Olivia, a native New Yorker, offers to help Whitney apartment hunt later but Whitney decides to leave early and goes to meet up with Jay.

Whitney and Jay check out the apartment in Gramercy Park, only 2 blocks away from Erin's place. They are both pleasantly surprised with the open floor plan and the breathtaking floor-to-ceiling windows. Although Whitney, at first, has some reservations about the high-rise building, Jay reassures her that with a new place they can finally have some alone time.

Later, Whitney is elated to tell Olivia that she got the apartment she saw with Jay. Now feeling like she's on top of the world, Olivia shakes up her spirits with a little unwelcomed advice: you need to be more independent and your own person.

Erin and Duncan spend the night out at Brass Monkey. Although a bit hesitant at first, Erin opens up her feelings to Duncan and he warmly reciprocates. She flirtatiously asks him how he can be so perfect, but Duncan responds that he definitely has his secrets.

Whitney moves into her new apartment with Jay and Erin's help. Erin shares that she and Duncan used the L word to each other last night. Although Whitney is ecstatic to hear the news, Jay is perplexed on how two people can fall in love in only two weeks into a relationship.

While on a stroll in Central Park, Whitney confides in Erin that she seems to be figuring out everything in this new city -- except for the guys. She tells Erin that she will talk to Jay tonight about their relationship.

Meanwhile at Olivia's apartment, Olivia and her cousin Nevan dish about Whitney. Olivia is bothered that Whitney has moved into the first apartment she saw and also the apartment that Jay found. She is concerned that if anything were to happen between Whitney and Jay, she doesn't want Whitney to have emotional baggage attached to her home. Olivia wishes that Whitney be the more confident New Yorker and ditch the LA girl in her.

Whitney meets up with Jay at Stanton Social in the Lower East Side for dinner. Again, Jay criticizes on Erin and Duncan's relationship about how they are moving too quickly. They both skirt around the issue about their own relationship until Jay outwardly states that he doesn't want to be all about a relationship at this time because he is finally comfortable with where he is. He doesn't want to date other people, but he also doesn't want to put a label on their relationship either. Whitney then boldly gets real and honest and tells him that she doesn't want to invest in someone that doesn't make her a big priority in his life. Even though he can't agree right now, Jay reassures Whitney by telling her that he wants to get to know her better. Whitney nods hesitantly and confused at his remarks, and they continue on with their dinner date.

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Tonight's episode is brewing with drama! If you missed it, here's the video as well as the full episode summary! Enjoy The City Fans!

Whitney meets for lunch with Alex, a model who she had previously gone on a date with during one of her trips east with People's Revolution. Hills fans will remember that the second time she saw Alex, after a fashion show they worked together before her move, she blew him off for Jay, who she's been with ever since.

Whitney apologizes to Alex for leaving him that night and tells him that she's been seeing Jay. Alex admits that while he was a bit hurt, that's not why he's invited Whitney out for lunch. He goes on to tell her that his roommate is friends with Jay's ex-girlfriend, Danielle. According to what Alex has heard, Jay recently told Danielle that he wasn't seeing Whitney anymore and that the exes spent the night together. Whitney is visibly upset by the story, but tells Alex that she has to decide who she's going to trust.

Back at Erin's apartment, Whitney recaps what Alex told her. She tells Erin that the story made her heart sink to her stomach and that she isn't sure who to trust. Whitney decides she's going to talk to Jay about it and let him know that she may be new to the city, but that she's not that naïve.

While playing basketball in Central Park, Adam asks Jay whether he plans to stop seeing other people as things get more serious with Whitney. They discuss timing for such a conversation and agree that neither would want to be the one in the relationship to bring it up.

When Olivia goes out to dinner with her cousin, Nevan, they discuss Whitney, who Nevan advises Olivia to take her under her wing. Olivia concurs and tells him that she'll bring Whitney with her to the Manolo Blahnik event she's attending at Bergdorf Goodman.

Whitney meets up with Jay at Café Noir to discuss the story he heard from Alex at lunch. Jay explains his side of the story: Danielle approached him to talk and that he got a cab home for her, not that he went home with her. He swears to Whitney that he's telling the truth and even offers to call Danielle to confirm his story. Whitney contemplates the offer, but decides that a phone call isn't necessary.

Whitney and Olivia arrive at Bergdorf Goodman's for the Manolo Blahnik event. Olivia mentions that the famed shoe designer is a family friend. Whitney is excited to purchase her first pair of Manolo's and Olivia tells her about the first pair she wore at her debutante ball when she was 18. While waiting in line for their shoes to be signed, Whitney and Olivia spot Samantha (Sami) and say their hellos. When Whitney lets Manolo Blahnik know that these are her first pair of his shoes, he assures her they won't be her last. Meanwhile, Olivia recounts the story of her first pair as Whitney and Sami exchange amused looks.

Looking forward to a respite from drama, Whitney and Erin make plans for a night out on the town. The plan is to meet up with Jay, Adam and Allie, Adam's girlfriend, for a "fun night of nothingness." Despite the best intentions, drama seems determined to stake its claim on Whitney's night. The gang notice that at the same bar is Alex and his roommate Shannon, who are surprised to see Jay and Whitney together. When Alex says he can't believe that Whitney is still with him, Shannon urges him to go over and say something to Whitney.

Alex approaches Whitney and Jay and leans in toward the group. Jay asks Alex whether he has something to say to him. The two guys step up to each other and Alex accuses Jay of taking advantage of Whitney. As Alex and Jay go back and forth, Shannon (Alex's roommate) starts talking to Whitney. She tells Whitney that Alex was telling her the truth and that everyone in the city knows about what's going on, and that she just wanted Whitney to know that "her boyfriend" is cheating on her.

Alex and Jay continue to go at it. When it finally seems as though the two are headed back to their corners, Jay tells Adam to take care of Alex. When Alex steps up to Adam, Whitney gets in the middle and tells the guys it's not worth it and they back down.

The next day, Whitney meets up with Jay. When Whitney notices and points out that Jay isn't in a good mood, Jay admits he isn't and comments that the night before was intense. Whitney tells Jay that she doesn't understand why Alex and his roommate care so much and want to get involved in her life.

Later, Whitney stops by People's Revolution to visit her former boss, Kelly Cutrone. Kelly is happy to see Whitney and says that she always likes to see how her former employees are doing after they've moved on. She tells Whitney that she's always available if Whitney needs a recommendation for a doctor, a good dry cleaner, personal advice ... anything! Relieved to be talking to someone that she knows and trusts, she tells Kelly all about the saga of Alex and Jay. When she says she just doesn't know who to trust -- Alex or Jay -- Kelly puts another spin on it: maybe Whitney can't trust either of them.

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