When the fourth season of Arrow rolls around in October, Thea won't be sitting around pining for Roy Harper.

Rather, it appears as though somebody has political aspirations, and that whoever that may be, it brings Thea into contact with a potential new suitor -- hopefully one that isn't working for the bad guys, this time.

TVLine says Episode 5 will introduce Alex, "a sharp and polished political consultant" who will work his way into Thea's life.

Yes, we do know that Alex is male, by the way -- the casting notice apparently refers to him as "handsome, charming and witty."

There's also no telling whether Alex will be an existing character, one created for the show or perhaps if that name is fake and in fact "protecting" the identity of somebody fans will be eager to meet.

Arrow returns at 8 p.m. ET/PT on The CW starting October 7.