Unspeakable Things

Cass is excited for the last day of school, as she will ask Gabriel to sign her yearbook. She envisions their potential relationship. Much to her disappointment, Gabriel is not on the morning bus. Wayne, Ricky, and Clam are acting more aggressive than usual. Cass does not see Gabriel before lunch. In the cafeteria, lunch is freely given to avoid waste. Eager to partake in a school meal, Cass throws away her brown bag without opening it. She stacks her tray and takes a seat next to Evie and Frank. Gabriel and Mr. Connelly enter the cafeteria. Cass runs into Wayne, the class clown. Cass reflects on how growing up in a small town means it is very difficult to transition from roles that others expect.

Cass runs through the empty gym, pleased to be there by herself. Mr. Connelly steps out of the shadows, claiming to have been meditating. She asks him to sign her yearbook. She thinks that something feels off, and she remembers the conversation that she overheard in the bathroom. They are both startled by the noise of the locker-room door opening. Gabriel enters the gym with his yearbook for Mr. Connelly to sign.