Black & White Love
Chapter 1
Rooftop of a building overlooking a busy market
unknown shooter
*Aiming at someone in the market*
Meanwhile, in the market below
young man
*Choosing flowers, unaware of the impending danger*
Flower seller
What kind of flowers do you want?
young man
I want red roses .
Flower seller
Here are your flowers.
victim
*Stumbles, clutching his chest where he was shot, eyes wide with shock*
The victim collapses to the ground, gasping for breath, his face contorted in pain.
young man
*Startled, dropping the roses and rushing to the victim's side*
young man
Oh my god! Someone call an ambulance!
victim
*Weakly, struggling to speak*
The young man starts administering first aid, hands trembling but determined.
young man
*Focused, voice steady*
young man
Stay with me, you're going to be okay. Just hold on.
Bystanders gather, some filming with their phones, others calling for help.
Bystander
*On the phone with emergency services*
Bystander
There's been a shooting at the market! We need an ambulance right away!
Sirens wail in the distance, growing louder as the ambulance approaches.
On the rooftop, the shooter calmly packs up and walks away, feeling cold and detached.
unknown shooter
*To himself, satisfied yet distant*
The ambulance arrives, and paramedics rush to the victim, taking over from the young man.
Paramedic
*Checking the victim's vitals*
Paramedic
He lost too much blood.we need to move quickly.
young man
please try to save him
the victim breathing becomes shallow and then stop
Paramedic
I'm sorry.He is gone
Chapter 2
Kitchen in a cozy house, morning sunlight filtering through the windows
Dr. Alex Carter
*Entering the kitchen, rubbing his eyes sleepily*
Dr. Alex Carter
Good morning, big brother.
Ethan Carter
*Turning from the stove with a warm smile*
Ethan Carter
Morning, birthday boy! Breakfast will be ready soon.
The kitchen is filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and sizzling bacon.
Dr. Alex Carter
*Sitting at the table, smiling gratefully*
Dr. Alex Carter
Thanks for doing this, especially today.
Ethan Carter
*Plating up eggs and toast*
Ethan Carter
It's your special day. Got to start it right.
They sit down to eat, a comfortable silence enveloping them before Big Brother speaks up.
Ethan Carter
*Somberly*
I miss them, you know. Mom, Dad... It never gets easier.
Dr. Alex Carter
*Nods quietly, understanding*
I miss them too.
Ethan Carter
*Changing the subject, trying to lighten the mood*
Ethan Carter
So, any plans for tonight? Celebrating with anyone special?
Dr. Alex Carter
*Smiling softly*
Just you, and maybe some friends from the hospital. That's all I need.
Ethan Carter
Do you like someone?
Dr. Alex Carter
yeah, I will introduce you with him tonight at the party.
Ethan Carter
Oh,great then let's meet your lover tonight at the party.
They finish breakfast, cleaning up together, their bond palpable despite the unspoken grief.
*As they head out the door*
Ethan Carter
Take care today. And don't work too hard, alright?
Dr. Alex Carter
*Hugs his brother tightly*
Dr. Alex Carter
Thanks, for everything.
At the hospital, Dr. X reflects on his life, grateful for the love and support of his brother and friends
Dr. Alex Carter
*To himself, content*
Dr. Alex Carter
I may not have everything, but I have enough. And I'm happy.
Chapter 3
the sound of water splashing fills the room as a man showers
The phone on the bathroom counter vibrates, cutting through the sound of running water.
He quickly finishes and answers the call, his hair still dripping.
Gianna De Luca
*voice on the phone*
Gianna De Luca
Ren, your father is waiting for you at the hospital. He wants to see you.
Gianna De Luca
Did you take care of the man who ran off with his money?
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
*drying himself with a towel*
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
Yes, I took care of him. All the evidence is cleared. There's nothing to worry about.
Ren gets dressed, his expression unreadable, and leaves for the hospital.
Meanwhile, at the hospital
A bustling conference room is filled with reporters and flashing cameras.
Dr. Alex Carter, a renowned orphan doctor, stands with his friend Jackson, smiling modestly as they answer questions about their journey to becoming successful doctors.
reporter
Dr. Carter, how did you manage to achieve such success despite your challenging background?
Dr. Alex Carter
Hard work, dedication, and a lot of support from those who believed in us.
reporter
Jackson, what can you say about your journey?
Jackson
It's been a tough road, but with the right mentors and determination, we made it through.
Antonio De Luca, the president of the hospital, steps forward, his presence commanding attention.
Antonio De Luca
I am proud to say that our hospital supports talent and hard work.
Antonio De Luca
We helped these fine doctors achieve their dreams. It’s a privilege to have them with us.
The conference concludes, and Antonio makes his way through the crowd to meet his son, Ren, who has just arrived.
Antonio De Luca
*patting Ren on the back*
Antonio De Luca
Ren, there’s a problem. My laptop, which has some confidential documents, has been stolen.
Antonio De Luca
I need you to find it and bring back whoever took it.
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
*nodding* But Dad, do you have doubts about anyone?
Antonio De Luca
*sighing*No, I trust my people.
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
where is uncle Nicole?
Antonio De Luca
I don't know he didn't come to meet me today
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
hmm,I think He is responsible for this.
Antonio De Luca
What! He is my most trusted man.
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
Dad, If you trust him, where is he now? Call him and ask him to come here.
Antonio dials Nico's number, but there’s no answer.
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
*smirking* See?
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
I told you he’s betrayal you.
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
I gave Uncle Nico a watch with a GPS tracker. Look at the device; it will show where he is.
Antonio checks the GPS device and sees the location.
Antonio De Luca
*grimly* Okay, bring him to me.
Determined to find Nicole
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