Title: Is That True?
Episode 4 – "Chasing Truth"
Scene opens with Vanni walking through the school gates after a long day. The bell rings, signaling the end of classes.
Vanni (thinking):
What is happening between Naitik and Nari? Why does it feel like everything is spinning out of control?
As she walks toward the courtyard, she spots Naitik in the distance. He's practicing skating, looking carefree for the first time in days. But suddenly, Nari enters the frame, her eyes focused on Naitik. She walks toward him with a purpose.
Cut to Naitik. He doesn't notice Nari approaching. Just as he's about to make a turn, Nari subtly pushes his skate. Naitik stumbles and falls hard on the ground.
Vanni (horrified):
"Naitik!"
Vanni runs toward him, her heart pounding. Nari watches, smirking from the side. Naitik tries to get up but winces in pain.
Vanni (panicked):
"Are you okay? Let me help you!"
Naitik (forcing a smile):
"I'm fine. Just a little fall. It's nothing."
Vanni grabs his hand and helps him up, but her gaze turns cold when she looks at Nari, who's still standing there, pretending like nothing happened.
Vanni (coldly):
"You did that on purpose, didn't you, Nari?"
Nari smirks and takes a step back.
Nari (sweetly):
"Me? I don't know what you're talking about. He just lost his balance. Happens to everyone."
Vanni doesn't buy it. She helps Naitik walk, ignoring Nari's presence.
Vanni (quietly, to Naitik):
"You don't have to pretend to be fine, Naitik. I saw it."
Naitik looks down, torn. He wants to tell her the truth but is afraid of the consequences.
Cut to later that night. Vanni sits on her bed, staring at the sketch Naitik drew of her earlier. She wonders if there's more to this situation than meets the eye.
Vanni (to herself):
What's the real reason Naitik's been pulling away? And why does Nari feel like she has to interfere?
The next day at school, Vanni confronts Naitik again, this time in the hallway.
Vanni (determined):
"Naitik, tell me what's going on. I can't stand this silence anymore."
Naitik looks at her, torn between telling the truth and protecting her from the mess.
Naitik:
"It's complicated, Vanni. Just... trust me, okay?"
Vanni is frustrated but nods. Just as she turns to leave, she spots Nari from a distance, watching them. She knows Nari's up to something.
Vanni (thinking):
I'm not letting this go, Nari. I'll find out the truth.
Scene fades out as Vanni walks away with a determined look in her eyes.
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