13 Reasons Why Season 4: 7 Big Questions We Need Answers To

Season 3 of 13 Reasons Why introduced us to Ani - a new student who found herself dragged into the Hannah Baker/Bryce Walker/Jessica Davis saga through her home association with Bryce and school association with Clay.

While the decision to feature this new character so prominently so soon came off as rather jarring, it's hard to deny that she served her purpose, as she played a vital role in the investigation into Bryce's murder, clearing Clay's name and protecting Alex in the process.

All that aside, is there room for Ani in the upcoming final season? Unlike the other characters, she hasn't been there since the show began and thus, isn't quite as relevant to the overall story. Sure, she was incredibly relevant to Season 3's story, as she was a plot device designed specifically to both confuse and enlighten viewers when necessary, but Season 3's story is presumably over.

Thus, given the negative reaction the character has received, fans have been left wondering if she'll return. That said, she did prove to be a competent asset to the show's narrative and, after everything he's been through, Clay Jensen deserves a little bit of happiness. Thus, if the writers balance her role better (and don't force her to the forefront of the story), there's definitely a place for the character on the show.