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[Scene: Heathrow Airport, London – A New World]
The airport was a whirlwind of voices, accents, and hurried footsteps. Elia stepped off the plane, her heart hammering as she clutched the handle of her suitcase. The air was crisp, carrying the unfamiliar scent of a city she had only seen in pictures.
Her breath hitched as she took it all in—the towering glass walls, the rush of people, the distant honking of cabs outside. She was here. She was finally in London.
Elia (to herself, whispering): "This is it. No turning back."
Her phone buzzed, pulling her back to reality. It was a message from her university’s student housing office.
📲 Welcome to London, Elia! Your dorm room key is waiting at the reception desk. Safe travels!
Adjusting the strap of her backpack, she inhaled deeply and made her way through the crowd. But as she reached the exit doors, an unsettling feeling crawled up her spine—like someone was watching her.
She turned slightly, her eyes scanning the sea of unfamiliar faces. Nothing. Just strangers rushing past. She shook her head, dismissing the thought.
With one last deep breath, she stepped outside into the cold London air.
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[Scene: The Royal Academy of Arts – Student Dormitories]
Elia unlocked the door to her dorm room, stepping inside hesitantly. The space was small but cozy—a single bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a window overlooking the city.
She set her suitcase down and ran her fingers over the wooden desk. This is my new home.
Just as she sat down, a knock at the door startled her.
??? (cheerful voice): "New girl? Open up!"
Elia hesitated before opening the door. A tall, stylish girl with curly brown hair and a wide grin stood there, hands on her hips.
??? (grinning): "Knew it! You’ve got that ‘just landed’ look. I’m Ava. Your neighbor and soon-to-be best friend, obviously."
Elia (laughing nervously): "Elia. Nice to meet you."
Ava stepped inside without hesitation, plopping onto Elia’s bed.
Ava (teasing): "So, what’s the story? You running away from a broken heart, or are you secretly a spy?"
Elia (laughing): "Neither! Just… here for my art degree."
Ava (mock-gasping): "Ah, an artist! Mysterious and broody. I like it."
The warmth in Ava’s voice made Elia relax for the first time since she landed. Maybe London wouldn’t be so bad after all.
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[Scene: London Underground – A Dangerous Encounter]
Later that evening, Elia ventured out alone, determined to explore the city. She took the Tube, the underground train system, and watched the blur of tunnels outside the window.
But as she stepped off at a quieter station, that same eerie feeling from the airport returned.
A figure in a dark hoodie was following her.
Her heartbeat quickened. She quickened her steps. So did he.
Her hands clenched around the strap of her bag. Don’t panic. Just get to a crowded area.
She turned a corner sharply—only to find herself in a dimly lit alley.
Wrong way. Stupid, stupid!
The footsteps behind her grew closer.
??? (low voice): "Hey, sweetheart, got a minute?"
Elia’s breath hitched. She spun around, ready to run—but before she could, another voice cut through the night.
??? (cold, controlled tone): "I suggest you walk away. Now."
A tall figure stepped out of the shadows.
Zavier Khan.
His ice-blue eyes locked onto the hooded man, who instantly paled.
Man (stammering): "I—I didn’t know she was yours, Zavier. I swear—"
Zavier took a slow, menacing step forward, his presence suffocating.
Zavier (deadly calm): "She isn’t. But you’re still wasting my time."
The man took one look at Zavier’s unreadable expression and bolted into the darkness.
Elia, still frozen in place, turned to Zavier, her breath unsteady.
Elia (cautiously): "I… I didn’t need help."
Zavier’s lips curled into a ghost of a smirk.
Zavier: "Clearly."
She narrowed her eyes. Something about him unsettled her. The way he carried himself, the quiet power he exuded—it was dangerous.
Elia (challenging): "Who are you?"
Zavier studied her, intrigued by the fire in her eyes. He was used to fear, but this girl? She had defiance.
Zavier (smirking): "No one you need to know."
And just like that, he turned and disappeared into the night, leaving Elia with more questions than answers.
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🔥 To Be Continued… 🔥
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Highlights of Episode 2:
Elia arrives in London and feels a sense of both excitement and unease.
She meets Ava, her bold and fun-loving new friend.
A tense moment unfolds as she’s followed by a mysterious stranger.
Zavier steps in, revealing his intimidating presence for the first time.
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