A Friend in the Magic

INT. ORB-LIT ALLEYWAY – CONTINUOUS

Kaia stares at Riven — unsure whether to run or stay. His calm demeanor doesn’t match the mysterious, otherworldly world around them.

RIVEN (smiling softly):

I don’t mean to scare you. I just… want to be your friend.

KAIA (suspicious):

Why would I trust a stranger who followed me? who your?

I don't want any friends . I am okay with alone.

RIVEN (shrugs):

Because this place isn’t safe if you don’t know where you’re going.

And it helps to have someone who does.

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EXT. FLOATING BRIDGE – MOMENTS LATER

They walk side-by-side. Kaia stays a step behind.

Below them, translucent koi fish swim through the air like water. Lanterns hover along the bridge path.

KAIA (nervously):

Okay… friend.

But I’m watching you.

RIVEN (grinning):

Fair enough.

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EXT. LUMEN MARKET – CONTINUOUS

Riven guides Kaia through vibrant, magical places:

A candy stall where sweets float to your mouth.

A scrollsmith bending spells into glowing ribbons.

A treehouse cafe growing on a giant feathered beast.

Children learning spells that light the air with symbols.

Kaia’s fear slowly gives way to wonder.

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EXT. SPELLMAKER’S SQUARE – LATER

Riven and Kaia sit near a fountain that sings. Creatures of light dance above it.

RIVEN (watching her):

You’re handling this better than most outsiders would.

KAIA (wide-eyed):

Really... before I am not used or eared about magic these is first time I using it I feel like… I’m in a dream.

RIVEN:

It's real.

And if you stay long enough, it changes you.

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KAIA:

okay. I want to know Why are you helping me?

RIVEN:

Because I know what it’s like to be dropped into something you don’t understand.

He looks away, something darker behind his eyes.

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RIVEN (softly):

Do you want to learn magic?

Kaia blinks.

KAIA:

Wait… me?

I-I’m just a normal girl. I don’t have powers.

RIVEN (smirking):

Neither did I at first.

KAIA:

Really Is that even possible? Can I able to do?

RIVEN:

Everything in this world runs on Will. If you want it badly enough… the world listens.

Kaia stares at her hands, thinking.

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KAIA (quietly):

I’ve always wanted to be something more…

…maybe this is my chance.

Riven stands, extending a hand.

RIVEN:

Then come on, Kaia. Let’s show the world what you’re made of.

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MONTAGE: RIVEN AND KAIA IN MAGIC TRAINING

Riven shows her a glowing sigil. Kaia copies it—sloppily. It explodes in her face.

She laughs, covered in sparkles.

She balances on floating stones while Riven coaches her.

Kaia accidentally summons a tiny creature made of ink. It sneezes.

Finally, she lights a small orb in her palm. Her eyes widen — a spark of real magic.

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EXT. STARFIELD ROOFTOP – NIGHT

They sit under a magical sky filled with moving constellations.

KAIA (smiling):

Thanks, Riven. For not giving up on me.

RIVEN (softly):

You haven’t even started yet.

FADE TO BLACK..

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