Beyond the Horizon Episode 4

Episode 4

California Areilynn house

[Night falls over the Vale household in California. The house is quiet, too quiet. In Areilynn’s room, a shadowy figure sneaks in and stops in front of her photos displayed on the dresser. The figure gently touches a picture of Areilynn, a soft, fond smile tugging at their lips.]

Jonathan Vale (FL Father)

Missing your daughter?🤔🤔

Elara Vale(FL Mother)

Yes, Jonathan… I miss her more than I thought I would. I’ve gotten so used to her mischievous ways—always causing chaos around the house, making me laugh and scold her at the same time. Now, without her, this place feels… empty. (voice cracks, tears falling) It’s like a house, not a home.😢😢

Jonathan Vale (FL Father)

[Jonathan walks over and sits beside her, placing a comforting arm around her shoulders.]

Jonathan Vale (FL Father)

I know, sweetheart. You love her so much, but you scold her a lot too, so she doesn’t call you as much. And with her writing these days, she’s always busy. When she doesn’t call us, we’re the ones who reach out to her, right?😕😕

Elara Vale(FL Mother)

(sniffles, her voice soft) You’re right. I know she’s busy, but I can’t help feeling like I’ve driven her away with all my scolding. You and Lyra always spoiled her. Maybe she feels like I don’t care.😢😢

[Just then, Lyra walks in, her sharp eyes immediately noticing her parents sitting in Areilynn’s room.]