We all know that Chad Michael Murray is returning for an episode of One Tree Hill's ninth and final season. Hell, we spent weeks freaking out about it! But, a little birdie (ahem, me) heard that he may be back for more than one episode. Yes. For real.

While at Chad's NYC book signing tonight (for his graphic novel Everlast -- get it!) a fan yelled, "Come back to One Tree Hill, Chad!" Chad nicely smiled and replied, "I did! We've shot one episode so far."

That's when I stopped in my tracks. Wait. A. F*cking. Second. "So far?" I asked (loudly). Oops. No one else seemed to catch it! WHAT?!? Was this just a slip of the tongue or will Chad be back for more?!? "We'll see," he said with an innocent grin.

Come on. Maybe Chad was just teasing us, but either way, The CW execs better their their cards right! CMM is ratings gold!

Stay tuned for my interview with Chad as well as photos from the event! I totally fan-girled out on him and he was super nice about it. #Embarrassing #WorthIt