Part 3/9:
The Adolescent Years: Consequences and Darkness
The narrative then jumps six years ahead, where an adolescent Evan grapples with his past while trying to maintain relationships with his friends, Kaylee and Tommy. Their childhood mischief takes a dark turn when they inadvertently trigger consequences that haunt their lives. Evan’s blackouts not only disrupt his life but also inflict trauma upon his friends, particularly Lenny.
The characters experience a tumultuous flow of violence and betrayal, leading to tragic developments, including the death of a pet and emotional turbulence within their peer group. Evan’s desperate need to understand his past leads him to further examine his memories, where he discovers the depths of his friends’ pain.