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: In one of the show's more controversial early storylines, Julie Cooper (Marissa's mother) continues her secret sexual fling with Luke Ward (Marissa's ex-boyfriend). While they attempt to hide their meetings at a local motel, Jimmy Cooper begins to grow suspicious of their behavior. Notable Moments : In one of the show's more controversial

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: The episode concludes with Ryan and Theresa kissing, signaling a potential shift away from his relationship with Marissa.

: Seth Cohen is tired of Summer Roberts keeping their relationship a secret at school. After Anna Stern encourages him to take a stand, Seth refuses to be her "undercover lover" and eventually stages a public declaration to force Summer to acknowledge him in front of their peers.