Episode 12: A Bet and Inner Conflict

The episode opens in the campus cafeteria where Roman, Alex, and Ethan are sitting at their usual table. It's a typical busy afternoon, with students chatting and enjoying their meals. Roman is lost in thought, his gaze occasionally drifting towards the entrance as if expecting someone.

Roman (V.O.): Where is she? what is she doing? Well that is not my problem whatever she is doing? C'mon roman stop thinking about her.

Is is so called love ? no it cant be she is just like another normal girl stop it Roman.

Where are you Lily?

Alex and Ethan, noticing Roman's distraction, decide to have some fun. They nudge each other, smirking as they come up with an idea.

Alex: "So, Roman, still daydreaming about the new girl?"

Ethan: "Yeah, you seem pretty taken with her. How about a little challenge?"

Roman, snapping back to reality, frowns at his friends.

Roman: "What are you talking about?"

Alex leans in, grinning mischievously.

Alex: "We bet you can't get her to go out with you. I mean, you've always been able to get any girl you want. Let's see if you can work your charm on Lily."

Roman's jaw tightens. He looks between Alex and Ethan, feeling a mix of irritation and something deeper—something he can't quite place.

Roman: "I'm not interested in your stupid bets."

Ethan: "Come on, man. It's just for fun. We know you like her."

Roman clenches his fists under the table. Part of him wants to prove he can get Lily's attention, but another part of him recoils at the idea of involving her in one of his usual games. He knows Lily is different, and he doesn't want to treat her like the others.

Roman (V.O.): "I can't do this to her. She's not like the others. But if I back out now, they'll never let me hear the end of it."

Roman takes a deep breath, his inner conflict clear on his face. Finally, he looks up at his friends, his expression hardening.

Roman: "Fine. I'll take your bet. But don't think I'm doing this for your amusement."

Alex and Ethan cheer, oblivious to the turmoil in Roman's mind.

Alex: "That's the spirit! Let's see what you've got."

Later that day, Roman sees Lily in the library again. She's sitting in her usual spot, completely engrossed in her studies. Roman watches her for a moment, his resolve wavering as he recalls the bet. He approaches her, trying to push aside his doubts.

Roman (V.O.): "I need to be careful. I can't let this turn into another game. She deserves better."

Roman clears his throat, catching Lily's attention. She looks up, surprised but polite.

Roman: "Hey, Lily, right? Do you mind if I sit here?"

Lily nods, gesturing to the empty seat.

Lily: "Sure, go ahead."

Roman sits down, trying to appear casual. He feels the weight of his friends' bet pressing down on him, but he forces himself to smile.

Roman: "I noticed you're always studying here. What's got you so captivated?"

Lily relaxes a bit, smiling as she talks about her favorite subjects and the books she's been reading. Roman listens intently, genuinely interested despite the nagging reminder of the bet.

Lily: "I just love getting lost in these stories. They're a nice escape from reality."

Roman nods, understanding more than he expected.

Roman (V.O.): "She's amazing. This isn't just a game anymore."

As Roman leaves the library, he feels a heavy weight on his shoulders. The bet looms over him, but so does his growing affection for Lily. He knows he's at a crossroads and must decide what kind of person he wants to be.

Roman (V.O.): "I have to make a choice. Do I play along with the bet and risk hurting her, or do I follow my heart and do things differently?"

Roman standing outside the library, looking back at Lily through the window. His expression is a mix of determination and uncertainty.

Roman (V.O.): "This has to be different. I won't let her become just another bet."