Part 5, Chapter 5 Summary

When he leaves Stimes's office, Mick races for Popeye's to find Peter, who isn't there. When he does show up, Mick explains the situation. Peter is a little concerned, but he knows it is illegal to test high school students for drugs. Peter tells Mick that Mick had better not say anything. When he gets home, Mick eats dinner. Afterward, his mother tells him how proud she is of him.

Drew meets up with Mick and talks to him, thinking Mick is afraid of his acne which is why he doesn't want to go swimming. Drew reminds Mick about Heather's pool party the following week. Mick realizes Drew is his only real friend.

Part 5, Chapter 5 Analysis

Peter and Mick work to cover their bases and Drew believes that Mick has been avoiding him and Kaylee because of his acne. When Mick...