The Lake

Andy calls another staff meeting and continues to prioritize the camp’s reputation by refraining from notifying the police. He calls it a prank and refuses to acknowledge the possibility of actual danger. Kayla panics, finally coming to terms with the reality before her, and Esme worries that she’s going to give their secret away. One of the other counselors insists that they call the police anyway, and Rebekah suggests trying to give the stranger what they want. Esme takes Kayla back to the cabin, hoping she will calm down after a night’s rest.

Kayla is overwhelmed and sure that someone is going to find out about Lillian. Later that night, she and Esme are awoken by the sound of an axe hitting a shed, with a note that reads “I SAID NO COPS” (159). Esme notices that all of the staff were woken up, but Olly is nowhere to be found. A staff member, Mary, worries about her safety and keeps insisting that the police be called. Esme worries this will only entice Lillian further.