Yael is deeply worried about Karissa, who has been suffering at home, sleeping poorly and often hungry since she left. His brother Conor insists Karissa is rebellious and refuses to reach out, straining their relationship when Yael defends her as their sister. Their argument escalates until Conor threatens to sever ties. Later, Yael learns that the college entrance exam results are released, believing Karissa will be at Riverton High School. Despite Conor’s warning not to intervene, Yael decides to go there, prompting Conor to follow, setting up a tense confrontation at the school.