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A meta-narrative thread features Abed struggling with the lack of "story" in their everyday life, only to realize that the threat of the school closing provides the ultimate dramatic stakes.

The episode opens with Annie checking off a bizarre to-do list item: "So according to the demonologist, the gymnasium is clean" . [S5E12] Basic Story

After an insurance appraisal reveals the school’s value, the School Board decides to sell Greendale to Subway to be converted into "Subway University". A meta-narrative thread features Abed struggling with the

Dean Pelton has a dramatic meltdown, screaming "Whyyyyyyy?" and sobbing in his office when he realizes the school is being sold. [S5E12] Basic Story