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Episode 15 – "When Paths Crossed at School"
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Scene 1 – School Gate, Early Morning
The camera slowly zooms in on the gate of City High School. There's a bustle of students—some laughing, some nervous. In the middle of this crowd, a boy steps off a bicycle — Kamal. His backpack looks unusually heavy, stuffed with boxing gloves and striking pads.
Kamal (voice-over):
"First day of 11th grade. But for me, it wasn't just a new class... it was a new life.
The stress at home, my mother's health, daily struggles—they were all eating me from the inside.
Martial arts was the only thing that made me feel... alive."
Kamal's body language is stiff, his eyes show fatigue, but there's a clear determination in them. He quietly zips his bag, shoulders slightly drooped—but his steps are steady.
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Scene 2 – Corridor, Near the Lockers
Sunlight filters through the corridor windows. Kamal stands near the lockers, adjusting his books. He suddenly senses something—like someone is watching him intently.
He slowly looks around. A calm, composed voice suddenly speaks—very close.
Nexus (casually, with a slight smile):
"Your bag looks heavy... need a hand?"
Kamal becomes slightly alert. He turns and sees a boy—neat uniform, sharp eyes, holding a small futuristic device blinking with dim blue light.
Kamal (guarded tone):
"No... I can manage."
Nexus (friendly tone, showing the device):
"I'm Nexus. Head of the Science Club. And standing next to you... this gadget is going kinda nuts."
Kamal raises an eyebrow.
Kamal:
"What is that? And why is it reacting to me?"
Nexus (with interest):
"Dimensional anomaly sensor. It detects when someone's EM signals are... out of the ordinary.
Your signals are unusually unstable. It's like your body's tuned to a different frequency."
Kamal (dryly):
"I just do martial arts, man. I don't deal with science and sensors."
Nexus (smiling):
"I like martial arts too. But I've never seen reflexes like yours.
You up for a little experiment?"
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Scene 3 – Science Lab
Nexus takes Kamal to an advanced-looking lab filled with mini drones, blinking sensors, and charts pinned on walls. Students are busy with experiments.
Nexus:
"This is my zone. The Science Club. We research dimensional energy and the human bio-field. And someone like you... is rare."
Kamal (awkwardly):
"I'm just a fighter. I thought school clubs were all about robotics and boring presentations."
Nexus:
"This is different. Watch this."
Nexus activates a small drone.
Nexus:
"You've got to dodge it—without looking. Ready?"
Kamal:
"You think I'm scared of your drone?"
Nexus presses a trigger. The drone speeds toward Kamal's face. Without thinking, Kamal instinctively moves to the side. The drone crashes into his bag and drops.
The entire lab goes silent.
Students (shocked):
"What the...?"
Nexus (checking his tablet):
"Reaction time: 0.05 seconds. Heart rate steady. Neural response spike detected.
Kamal... you're different."
Kamal looks confused but also intrigued.
Kamal:
"What does that mean?"
Nexus:
"It means... you have a natural energy inside you that even trained fighters don't.
Your brain works on a different rhythm. This is more than just martial arts."
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Scene 4 – Bell Rings, Post-Class Vibe
The bell rings. Students start to leave. Kamal quietly picks up his bag.
Nexus (handing a card):
"After-school Science Club. If you're interested, drop by at 4 PM today.
People like you are rare. I think you're more than your potential."
Kamal (with a soft smile):
"I'll think about it."
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Scene 5 – Kamal's Room, Night
Kamal is packing his bag for the next day, clearly tired. He takes out the card Nexus gave him. He stares at it for a moment.
Kamal (voice-over):
"For the first time... someone didn't just see me as a fighter.
Nexus... maybe he's a path to understanding the pain I've been carrying."
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Scene 6 – Next Day, Science Lab
After school, Kamal walks directly to the Science Lab. The lab is open, but Nexus isn't there. Only a notebook lies open on the table. Kamal picks it up.
Note:
"Tomorrow, let's see how you handle zero gravity."
Kamal's heartbeat quickens. He quietly smiles.
Kamal (voice-over):
"I always thought I was just a martial artist.
But now it feels like... I might be something more."
The camera slowly fades out on Kamal's expression—curious, excited, and slightly nervous. The first step of a new journey begins.
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