Janie works her jaw for a few seconds before stuffing her things angrily in her backpack and standing, almost running from the cafeteria.

CUT TO:

INT. JANIE'S APARTMENT - NIGHT

Janie and her mother are curled up on the couch. Janie is pressed against one armrest as if trying to put as much distance as possible between her and her mother.

Janie's mother is sprawled out, very drunk and giggling to herself.

JANIE'S MOTHER
(slurring)
You are the best thing that's ever happened to me.

She pushes Janie with her foot.

JANIE'S MOTHER
I love you sooo much.

Janie continues staring stonily at the TV.

JANIE'S MOTHER
(slightly upset)
Why aren't you talking to me?
(whining)
Talk to meee.