Episode 14(Reality)

INT. SCHOOL CORRIDOR.

"Bema sits on the floor with his back leaning on the wall."

FAITH

(Rushes in.)

Did you tell her?

(Bema appears devastated.)

Don't tell me you are scared.

BEMA

Please go.

FAITH

Why?

Oga get up and tell this girl how you feel.

BEMA

(Turns to Faith)

Why?

What's the point when she is clearly involved with someone else?

FAITH

There is no proof of that, Bema just say you are scared.

BEMA

There is no need.

She likes someone else.

FAITH

I always knew you were a coward.

BEMA

(Chuckles)

Just let me be

(Places both his hands on his face.)

FAITH.

You are only guessing just tell her how you feel Bema.

You never can tell what might come out of this.

You are just guessing as long s there is proof, guy shoot your shot.

BEMA

You want proof, right?

(Gets up and pulls her to the classroom door.)

That's your proof.

"Faith sees Kome making out with Mr. Daniel."

FAITH

(Places both her hands on her mouth)

Isn't that....

"Bema walks out of the scene before she can finish her sentence."

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INT. THE AZUKA'S HOUSEHOLD.

"Frank Gazes at a portrait of Ngozi hanged in her room."

NGOZI

Do not say a word.

FRANK

(Chuckles)

Relax, I think it's cute.

NGOZI

Whatever.

FRANK

(Turns to Ngozi)

So how are you?

NGOZI

I told you I'm fine.

You didn't have to bring me home.

FRANK

Look I just want to apologize about today. I'm sorry that I got you into trouble with the principal.

NGOZI

(Breaths heavy.)

It's fine but you have to work on that anger of yours.

FRANK

(Goes closer to Ngozi)

I will if you would help me.

NGOZI

(Her heart begins to beat faster.)

How can I do that?

(Takes a step backward till she feels her back leaning on the wall.)

FRANK

How about I show you?

NGOZI

Ho....

"Frank leans over her till he can feel her breath, he slowly drops his lips on hers."

NGOZI

Frank!

FRANK

Sh

(Places his index finger across his lips.)

NGOZI

Fran...

"Frank slowly kisses her neck and pushes his hands in between her thighs."

NGOZI

Oh, my...

Frank!

(Moans out as Franks gentle touches keeps her in a mental suspense.)

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"Mrs. Azuka walks into the frontage."

Mrs. AZUKA

Ahh, why this door dey open?

This pikin self

(Drops her bag and walks into the house.)

Ngozi, oh!

(Walk towards Ngozi's room door.)

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"Ngozi hears her mother's voice and pushes Frank away from her."

NGOZI

My Mum is around.

FRANK

Shit!

What do we do?

NGOZI

Come

(Pulls him by the wrist and opens her Waldrop.)

Go in!

FRANK

What?

How the hell do you expect me to fit in there?

NGOZI

I don't know, just go in!

(Pushes him into the Wardrope.)

FRANK

(Whispers)

What are you doing?

"Ngozi shuts the doors of the Wardrope, picks up Franks's bag, and flings it under the bed."

"Mrs. Azuka walks into the room."

Mrs. AZUKA

Ngozi, oooo!

NGOZI

Ma!

Good afternoon, Mummy.

Mrs. AZUKA

How many times have I warned you about that front door?

Or is it till they kidnap you or rub us one day?

NGOZI

Oh, I'm sorry, ma.

Mrs. AZUKA

Oya change and come and help me in the kitchen, biko.

(Walks out of the room.)

NGOZI

Okay, Mummy.

(Opens the Wardrope.)

You can come out.

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EXT. FRONT OF THE HOUSE.

"Isio knocks on the door."

Mrs. AZUKA

(Walks towards the front door)

Who is there?

ISIO

Good afternoon, ma.

Mrs. AZUKA

Good afternoon my daughter.

How are you?

ISIO

I'm fine, ma.

Mrs. AZUKA

You are looking for your friend?

ISIO

Yes, ma.

Mrs. AZUKA

Come in

She's in her room.

ISIO

Okay, ma.

(Walks into the house alongside Mrs. Azuka.)

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INT. NGOZI'S ROOM

"Frank adjusts his aching back."

FRANK

Do you know how inconvenient it was there?

NGOZI

I'm sorry I had no choice.

(Pulls his bag out from under the bed.)

FRANK

So, what's the plan?

NGOZI

I have to sneak you out of the house without my Mum knowing.

FRANK

(Smiles at Ngozi)

How about I just spend the night here and we pick up from where we stopped?

NGOZI

(Punches him softly on the stomach.)

Are you crazy or something?

FRANK

Ouch

Calm down I was just joking.

(Smiles)

"Ngozi pulls Frank by the wrist and walks towards her room door."

"Isio walks into the room."

ISIO

What the....

"Ngozi places her right index in between her lips."

ISIO

(Whispers)

What are you guys doing?

What's he doing here?

FRANK

To keep her company of course.

NGOZI

(Turns to Isio)

Shut up!

"Ngozi tiptoes out of the room alongside Frank."

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"Mrs. Azuka walks into the sitting room, Frank hides behind the chair."

Mrs. AZUKA

Have you seen your friend?

NGOZI

Who?

(Appears nervous)

Mrs. AZUKA

Isio, na.

I told her you were in the room.

NGOZI

Oh, yes, I just wanted to...

(Short of words.)

My textbook I came to pick it.

(Picks up the textbook on the center table.)

Mrs. AZUKA

Oya be fast and come and join me in the kitchen!

Ask your friend if she is staying for dinner.

NGOZI

Okay, ma.

"Mrs. Azuka walks back to the kitchen."

NGOZI

(Turns to Frank)

Get out, now!

"Frank runs out of the house."

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"Ngozi walks into the room and rests her back on the door in a sign of relief."

ISIO

Hmm, what was that about?

Don't tell me it's what I think.

NGOZI

Isio, please not now!

ISIO

That guy isn't good for you, Ngozi.

NGOZI

And who are you to decide what is or is not good for me?

ISIO

Ngozi, his kind only cares about the juice all he wants is your juice and nothing more.

His just going to sleep with you and move on.

You cannot trust him.

NGOZI

(Chuckles)

Trust!

You are the last person that should be talking to me about trust.

Are you not even ashamed of yourself?

ISIO

(Breaths heavy.)

I know and I'm sorry, Ngozi.

That is why I am here.

I want to explain myself to you.

NGOZI

What is there to explain, Isio?

I trusted you with a secret and you let me down.

ISIO

I'm sorry.

I was only trying to look out for you!

I told them because I was worried.

Iit was a lot of burden on me.

NGOZI

Well, that's true and I blame myself for that.

I should have understood that you were too weak to keep a tiny secret.

ISIO

(Goes closer to Ngozi)

Ngozi, I said I'm sorry.

I know what I did was wrong but please try and understand why I did it.

NGOZI

Please leave.

(Opens the door.)

ISIO

Ngozi!

NGOZI

Just leave, please!

ISIO

You know I will never do anything intentionally to hurt you.

"Isio takes a deep breath before walking out of the room."

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INT. THE IWEBEMA'S HOUSEHOLD.

"Mrs. Iwebema is having dinner with Bema and Faith."

Mrs. IWEBEMA

So, Faith how is it going for you in school?

I guess you had enough time to adjust to your new environment.

FAITH

Well, I don't hate it here that's for sure but doesn't mean I don't miss my previous school.

Mrs. IWEBEMA

Meaning you are open to staying here?

FAITH

Maybe

I guess so.

(Picks up the glass of water in front of her.)

Mrs. IWEBEMA

(Smiles at Faith)

That's good. And your chemistry teacher said you are doing very well.

Maybe in your free time you can help this young man out.

What do you think, son?

(Notice Bema is absent-minded and has barely touched his food.)

Emmanuel!

BEMA

(Snaps out of his shell.)

Yes, ma.

Mrs. IWEBEMA

Are you okay?

You have barely touched your food.

BEMA

I'm fine.

Mrs. IWEBEMA

Hmm, okay.

I was talking about Faith's brilliant performance in Chemistry.

BEMA

Oh, really.

Mrs. IWEBEMA

Don't you think it would be to your benefit if you both study together?

BEMA

(In a cold tone.)

Whatever Mum, it's fine by me.

Mrs. IWEBEMA

Hmm, I wasn't expecting that, but I guess it's settled then.

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INT. BEMA'S ROOM.

"Faith knocks on Bema half-opened door."

FAITH

Hey, can I come in?

BEMA

Do whatever you like.

"Faith walks into his room."

FAITH

Bema, it's not the end of the world.

At least now you are certain she likes somebody else.

Which is a bit creepy.

Who would have thought she would be into Mr. Daniel?

(Sits on Bema's bed.)

BEMA

I told you but you thought I was simply scared.

(Turns on the TV and picks up one of his play station controllers)

FAITH

Don't you think you should approach her concerning it?

What she's doing with Mr. Daniel is wrong.

BEMA

Would stopping her make her love me?

FAITH

Not necessarily but still it's wrong if she's caught, she will be in big trouble, and you know it.

BEMA

Faith, can we talk about something else?

I just really want to forget that any of this happened.

FAITH

Sure

(Turns to the screen)

You play mortal combat?

BEMA

Sure.

Do you play?

FAITH

Oh, yes, I'm crazy about that game.

BEMA

Really?

Who is your favorite avatar?

FAITH

Sonia Blade.

BEMA

You know Sonia is trash, right?

FAITH

Yet I'm certain I can defeat you with her.

BEMA

Less talking more action.

Pick up the pad.

FAITH

(Picks up the second controller.)

Alright, beg me while you still can.

BEMA

(Chuckles)

You wish.

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INT. THE ODIBO HOUSEHOLD.

"Isio manages to sneak into the mansion and makes it to her room, she closes the door behind her and turns on the light."

ISIO

(In shock)

Oh, my God!

Daddy, migwo.

Mr. ODIBO

Where are you coming from young lady?

ISIO

I was....

Mr. ODIBO

Are you deaf?

Speak!

ISIO

Daddy, I was at Ngozi's place.

Mr. ODIBO

(Chuckles)

I just got off the phone with her mother and she said you left their place three hours ago.

So why are you lying to me?

ISIO

Daddy, I'm sorry.

Mr. ODIBO

(Gets up and goes closer to Isio)

Okay, don't worry I will come back to that.

Since when did you start smoking and sleeping around?

ISIO

(Takes a few steps backward.)

Sir?

Mr. ODIBO

I found these here in your room.

(Throws the packet of cigarettes, F7, and condoms on the floor.)

ISIO

Daddy, I can explain.

It's not what you think.

Mr. ODIBO

So, it has gotten to this?

(Pulls Isio by the hair and slaps her.)

"Isio pulls herself backward, Mr. Odibo walks towards her. He catches up to her, kicks her to the gound and begins to slap and kick her."

ISIO

(Cries out)

Daddy, I'm sorry.

Mr. ODIBO

Useless child I regret the day I had you.

How can you be so reckless and stupid?

(Pulls her by the hair and grips her by the neck.)

I would rather kill you than let you ruin my good reputation.

From now henceforth, you are grounded.

No outings and you will come straight home after school!

Have I made myself clear?

ISIO

(In her dead-to-talk voice.)

Yes, sir.

"Mr. Odibo let's go of Isio."

Mr. ODIBO

Your mother would be so ashamed of you.

You are a course to this household.

Fool!

(Walks out of the room.)

"Isio begins to cry bitterly as she applies pressure to her bleeding lips."

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"Mr. Odibo approaches one of the housemaids."

Mr. ODIBO

Gets the first aid and attend to that idiot.

MAID

Yes, sir.

"Mr. Odibo walks out of the scene."

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INT. STATE DETENTION, CENTER.

"Mr. Eric drops a file on the table."

Mr. ERIC

The judge seemed to be in a good mood.

Because of your cooperation and confession to the crime, you will be getting a fifteen-year jail time.

EFE

Is that something I am supposed to be happy about?

Mr. ERIC

(Chuckles)

I think you should.

Usually in cases as sensitive as yours, the accused if found guilty, gets an average of twenty-five years.

EFE

Wow, I guess I should be thankful then.

Mr. ERIC

You will be transferred to Buhigh Federal Prison tomorrow by 12 Pm.

EFE

(Breaths heavily.)

I guess there is no way out of this.

Mr. ERIC

It depends.

EFE

Depends?

What do you mean?

Mr. ERIC

It depends on how willing you are to tell me all that you are keeping from us.

EFE

Sir, but I already told you all that I know.

Mr. ERIC

Are you sure about that?

Efe, I want to believe you, but you and I know that there is more to what you have told us.

Look, son, you can trust me.

EFE

I have told you all I know, sir.

I swear.

Mr. ERIC

(Gets up.)

Hmm, then I wish you good luck in your time in prison.

A piece of advice before you go behind bars, Bu high is not like the regular prison be careful and trust no one.

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EXT. THE UFUOMA HOUSEHOLD.

"Ovie turns on the car engine."

OVIE

Kome!

ZINO

Don't you think we should tell her about what is going on?

OVIE

No, Zino.

Kome does not need all that stress now.

Remember her exams are fast approaching.

ZINO

I know but you know it's only a matter of time before the news gets to her. She's a product of the digital world.

We can not keep this from her forever she will eventually find out.

OVIE

Hmm, maybe we should get rid of her phone.

ZINO

And what will be our excuse?

She's been doing well at school, and she needs the internet for schoolwork too.

Also taking the phone from her won't stop the news from getting to her. She attends the most popular school here in Abuja where news travels faster than the speed of light.

OVIE

You know I am only looking out for her wellbeing?

ZINO

I know, Ovie but we can't protect her from this, and it will be better if she hears it from us.

Let's do what is right, biko.

"Kome comes into the car."

KOME

Sorry, sir.

OVIE

(Puts the car in motion.)

Do you still have snack money with you?

KOME

No, Sir I was knocking on Mama's door earlier , but I got no response.

What is wrong with Mama?

It's unlike her to act that way.

ZINO

(Turns to Kome.)

Kome there is something...

OVIE

(Interrupts Zino)

Mama will be fine don't worry she's not feeling too good.

After I drop you in school, I will get her some drugs.

Take this.

(Gives her a thousand Naira note)

KOME

Migwo

OVIE

Vrendo.

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INT. WINNER ACADEMY, LIBARY

"Faith teases Bema."

FAITH

I warned you.

I told you I was good.

BEMA

Says who?

I let you win, madam.

FAITH

Don't tell me you are one of those dudes who can't accept losing to a woman.

What a shame.

BEMA

You had the better pad, and you know I was a bit absent-minded last night.

If I was my usual self, there is no way you could have won.

FAITH

You know the need to be defensive is a sign of weakness, right?

BEMA

You know you could almost pass for the queen of gas lighting?

FAITH

(Smiles)

Accept your defeat, Mr. Man.

BEMA

(Rolls his eyes)

Fine, you win.

"Kome walks in."

KOME

Hey Bema, Good morning.

BEMA

(Appears startled)

Good morning.

KOME

Have you seen Isi..?

BEMA

Nope.

(Opens a book in front of him and pretends to read.)

KOME

Guess what?

BEMA

I guess you can see I'm trying to read.

KOME

Since when are books read upside down?

"Faith chuckles."

FAITH

(Turns to Kome)

Sorry.

KOME

Whatever

(Get up and walks away.)

BEMA

Has she gone?

FAITH

Yes, sir.

But you know you can't keep up with this.

It's either you talk to her about it or act like you never saw anything.

BEMA

What does it look like I'm doing?

FAITH

You are simply ruining your friendship with her.

You were being weird, and you gave her the impression that you didn't want her around.

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INT. CLASSROOM.

"Frank comes closer to Ngozi."

NGOZI

What are you doing?

FRANK

You know what I'm doing.

NGOZI

Frank, please stop.

FRANK

How can I?

When I can't get you out of my head.

NGOZI

Oh, please those lines are too cliché

Think of something better.

FRANK

You know I have liked you from the onset.

NGOZI

Just to be clear, what is your definition of like?

Because I know all these words are just inspired by your sexual urge.

Your kind do not fall in love.

FRANK

Say's who?

NGOZI

Says your reputation and the kind of company you keep.

FRANK

Now you are being judgy.

You know you do not have to believe everything people say about me.

NGOZI

I know but still, by their fruit you shall know them.

I know what you want, and we both know it's far from love and commitment.

"Kome walks in."

KOME

Hey.

"Ngozi gets up to leave."

KOME

Look I'm only here to know if you have seen Isio today.

NGOZI

I haven't.

KOME

Ngozi, please if you have seen her, let me know.

It's unlike her to not be in school.

NGOZI

I said I haven't seen her.

KOME

(Breaths heavily.)

Okay.

(Turns to leave.)

FRANK

Wait, I think I saw her going to the restroom earlier, and honestly, she didn't appear too good.

KOME

What do you mean?

FRANK

Her face was a bit swollen like she was in a fight or something.

"Kome rushes out of the scene."

NGOZI

(Turns to Frank)

You are joking, right?

This is just a silly strategy to get rid of her so that you can continue preaching lies to me.

FRANK

No, I'm serious, I saw her a few minutes ago.

NGOZI

And it didn't occur to you that you should tell me?

FRANK

I didn't see the need.

Last time I checked, you were not on good terms with her.

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INT. RESTROOM.

"Isio takes out tissues from her bag to wipe off the tears gushing down her swollen bruised cheeks."

"Kome rushes into the room."

KOMI

Isio

(Places both her hands on her mouth)

Oh, my God, what happened?

"Isio bursts into tears."

KOME

Isio

(Pulls Isio into her arms.)

"Ngozi rushes in."

NGOZI

(Gazes at Isio's swollen left eye)

Isio what happened?

"Isio keeps crying."

"Tears stream down Ngozi's cheeks, she pulls Isio into her arms."

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INT. NEW GATES, ABUJA.

"Von knees before Code9"

VON

I'm sorry, father please forgive me for my sins.

CODE9

(Slaps Von)

What were you thinking?

VON

I was only trying to solve our problem.

I know how long you have wanted the F9 prototype I saw this as the perfect opportunity to get you what you want.

CODE9

At the expense of our biggest human asset?

VON

He was trying to run away, father!

What better way to punish him than to send him there?

CODE9

Now look what that has gotten you into.

I thought you did a background check on this boy.

VON

I did, father but it seems Zino changed her last name so there was no link between them legally.

CODE9

Zino is not somebody to mess with and you know this.

If she finds out you had anything to do with her brother's unfortunate circumstances, she will come for you.

VON

I know, father that is why I want you to allow me to finish her off

I won't fail you, Father. You have my word!

KATE

(Chuckles)

You had her bloodline right in front of you all these whiles, yet you couldn't figure that out.

You have put all of us in danger and you want us to trust you with eliminating the deadliest hitman trained by the company?

VON

I know you have every reason not to trust me, but I can do this.

I have tracked her down I know where to find her.

Just allow me redeem myself.

CODE9

No, son.

Starting from this moment, you cease to be in charge of our units here in Abuja you will return to Lagos where your safety can be ensured.

VON

But father...

CODE9

That's final!

I give you 48 hours to say goodbye to the team.

VON

Who is going to take over from me?

CODE9

Kate will run things in your absence.

VON

But father...

CODE9

This is not up for debate, Von!

It seems you are yet to comprehend the mess you are in.

Zino is not a nightmare you want to experience.

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INT. WINNER ACADEMY.

"Ngozi appears furious."

NGOZI

Wait, first.

Are you even sure that man is your father?

Cause I do not understand what kind of father will do this to his daughter.

His flesh and blood, oh.

KOME

Hmm, nawa.

BEMA

(Turns to Isio)

Don't you think we should report this to the police?

ISIO

No, no please I can't do that.

KOME

What do you mean by you can't do that?

Have you looked at yourself in the mirror?

NGOZI

Look, Isio, this thing doesn't make sense.

One day that man fit go kill you for that house.

ISIO

No, guys, I don't want to report to the police.

Have you forgotten who my father is?

He will obviously get away with this, and it will get me into bigger trouble.

BEMA

Hmm, so what do you want us to do?

Because there is no way we can just let this slide.

KOME

I swear, there is no way.

FAITH

How about we involve the school authorities?

Bema's mum might be able to do something about this.

BEMA

Hmm, that's true

(Turns to Isio)

What do you think?

ISIO

I don't know.

Can I think about it?

BEMA

Sure.

NGOZI

I'm going to get something to eat.

(Turns to Isio)

Do you need anything?

ISIO

Water would do.

NGOZI

Alright.

(Turns to leave.)

"Faith comes down from the desk."

FAITH

I think I'm hungry too.

Bema, do you want anything?

BEMA

I'm good, thank you.

"Faith walks out of the scene."

KOME

(Turns to Bema who has been avoiding her all day.)

It seems you and Faith have gotten close.

BEMA

(Avoids eye contact with Kome.)

She lives with me, what do you expect?

KOME

Hmm, okay.

I just hope she doesn't steal my best friend from me.

You know are mine and I'm not sharing you with anyone else!

BEMA

Meaning?

I'm I some commodity that you can claim or what?

KOME

What?

You know that's not what I mean, dude.

BEMA

I do not belong to anyone.

KOME

Meaning?

Who is this one forming vex for?

(Attempts to go closer to Bema, but Bema pulls away.)

BEMA

(Turns to Isio)

I'm coming.

ISIO

Where to?

BEMA

I will be back.

(Walks out of the scene.)

ISIO

(Turns to Kome)

What's up with you and Bema?

What was that about?

KOME

I don't know

He has been so cold to me throughout today.

ISIO

Hmm, better go and find out.

Bema hardly gets angry so if he is acting that way towards you then I'm certain you must have done something to really piss him off.

KOME

Hmm, I'm wondering what this is about.

(Turns to Isio)

Isio, I know you are still mad at me and I'm sorry for what I did.

I admit that I let my anger get the best of me.

ISIO

Kome it's fine you know I can't stay angry at you.

You are my sweetheart.

KOME

Thank you, my baby.

(Hugs Isio)

ISIO

But you need to learn how to control that mouth of yours.

KOME

I promise I will.

ISIO

Good now go and find out what you did that is vexing Oga Bema.

KOME

Yes, yes, I will be back.

(Walks out of the scene.)

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"Bema sits on the corridor floor back of the library."

BEMA

Emmanuel Iwebema, what the hell is wrong with you?

(Places both hands on his head.)

"Kome walks in."

KOME

Hey!

"Bema gets up immediately he sees Kome."

BEMA

What are you doing here?

KOME

Can we talk?

BEMA

Hmm, sure.

What is it?

KOME

Did I do something to offend you?

BEMA

Nope!

(Folds his arms across each other and avoid gazing into Kome's eyes.)

KOME

Are you sure?

Because you have been so cold and mean to me since this morning and I'm wondering why.

BEMA

I'm not mad at you so you don't have to worry about that.

KOME

Then what's the problem?

You can't even look me in the eyes.

BEMA

It's nothing that you should worry about.

(Attempts to leave.)

"Kome stops him."

KOME

Talk to me, Bema you are getting me worried.

BEMA

(Chuckles)

I should be the one worried right now.

KOME

How?

I don't understand.

BEMA

What is your relationship with Mr. Daniel?

KOME

I don't understand.

BEMA

Just answer the question!

KOME

He is my tutor, and he has been of great help to me.

BEMA

So that's just it?

KOME

Yes, Bema.

BEMA

So, you now make out with your tutors?

Wow.

KOME

Bema....

BEMA

Don't even try to come up with another lie.

I saw you yesterday so tell me the truth.

KOME

Bema it's not...

BEMA

Do you love him?

KOME

(Breathes heavily)

Hmm, yes, I do.

I know it's wrong, but I can't help it Bema.

I can barely breathe whenever I'm around him.

BEMA

Can you even hear yourself?

KOME

Try and understand me.

Bema, please you can't tell anyone.

BEMA

This is wrong, Kome he is taking advantage of you.

I can't believe you could be so gullible.

KOME

You have no right to insult me, Bema

I'm just in love and he loves me too.

BEMA

(Chuckles)

You know what, I'm out of here.

(Turns to leave.)

KOME

Bema, please keep this to yourself and don't confront him.

Please!

BEMA

(Turns to Kome)

But I can't!

KOME

Why?

Just do this for me.

BEMA

Because you deserve better.

I can't let him have the one thing I have always wanted.

KOME

What are you saying?

BEMA

I'm in love with you, Kome.

Yes, I have loved you for a very long time.

(Takes a few steps backward.)

Now I can breathe.

KOME

Bema, it can't be.

BEMA

(Chuckles)

Sadly, that is the truth.

But I guess I was too slow, and that pedophile beat me to it.

(Walks out of the scene.)