When The Night Air Calls-Act 1

When The Night Air Calls
By
Andrena S. Johnson
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EXT. URBAN CITY STREETS- NIGHT
Setting: Modern day. It’s a fall/winter evening in
Louisville, Kentucky.
Time lapse video: The sun sets early. It’s quickly becomes
dark.
The traffic is heavy on the highway. It’s cold and people
are rushing home.There are only few pedestrians out. Each
one is adorned with many layers to keep warm. There is a
cacophony of sounds. Horns beeping, the muffled music coming
from a car stereo cranked up far too loud, and the distant
clicking of high heels striking the sidewalk. Each step
slightly closer than the last. Cars zoom by on the busy city
streets as LADY, (30’s, heroin chic look with some residual
beauty), walks down the sidewalk. She has a small gym bag
tossed over her shoulder and a cigarette in her trembling
hand. She struts down the sidewalk.
A voice over is heard as she passes through the crosswalks
and down the busy streets.
VO
There goes that lady again. Walking
down the same street as before. Her
eyes glazed with a slight grin. I
wonder what she’s smiling for. Hey,
lady do those heels hurt your feet?
Or can you feel your body at all?
Wont be too much longer lady. Till
you finally fall. At least your
standing now. On a corner.Under a
street light that shines red a
night. You’re such a pretty lady
look at how all the men stare.Or
are you too dazed to even realize
that they are they. You’re such a
lovely lady go ahead and flirt.
Show him your breast and hike up
your skirt. If he tries to touch
you, tell him the price he’ll have
to pay. But, if they knew the cost.
I’m sure he would run away.30 men
in ten days. Hey their faces you’ll
soon forget. Go ahead count your
condoms and smoke your last
cigarette. Don’t you ever want to
go back to the ways things were
before? Or are you happier now,
since you became a whore?
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 2.
A car pulls up to the curb and comes to a stop a few feet in
front of her. LADY takes a long pull off her cigarette. Then
she takes several quick steps and sticks her head in the
passenger window. The DRIVERS car is blocking traffic. ANGRY
DRIVERS honk their horns. With a grin Lady hops into the
vehicle. And the pair drive off. Traffic resumes as usual.
CUT TO:
INT. FAMILY HOME- KITCHEN. NIGHT
Tasha (Eric’s beautiful wife and mother of his two children)
is sweating over the stove preparing dinner for her family.
BABY BOY,her youngest child has crawled into the kitchen and
lovingly watches his mother at work.
Voice Over is heard as Tasha completes her labor of love
within the kitchen.
CUT TO:
VO
Who can find a good wife? For she
is worth far more than rubies that
make one rich.The heart of her
husband trusts in her, and he will
never stop getting good things.She
does him good and not bad all the
days of her life.She looks for wool
and flax, and works with willing
hands. She is like ships that
trade. She brings her food from far
away. She rises while it is still
night and makes food for all those
in her house. She makes herself
ready with strength, and makes her
arms strong. She sees that what she
has earned is good. Her lamp does
not go out at night. She puts her
hands to the wheel to make cloth.
Her clothes are linen cloth and
purple. Her husband is known in the
gates, when he sits among the
leaders of the land.
INT. FAMILY HOME- KITCHEN. NIGHT
MONICA, (14 year old African American female,oldest child)
has climb on top of the counter and watches her mother at
work. BABY BOY goes into the bottom cabinets and begins
joyfully banging on the pot and pans he finds inside. Tasha
looks down at BABY BOY and smiles. Monica speaks.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 3.
MONICA
Mom, can ask you something.
Ok.
TASHA
MONICA
Jacob asked me to the prom.
TASHA
Who is Jacob?
MONICA
A guy from school.
TASHA
Monica.You’re too young to go to
prom.
MONICA
I know at least 4 other freshmen
that are going.
TASHA
Is that suppose something to mean
to me?
MONICA
So, you want me to tell him no?
TASHA
Yes! You’re not going.
Why not?
MONICA
Tasha temporarily stops her work to look Monica in the eyes.
TASHA
How old is this boy?
17
MONICA
TASHA
Monica, you’re fourteen. You might
not realize it. But, 3 years is a
big difference, at your age.
MONICA
That’s so not fair!
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 4.
TASHA
Enough, Monica.
Monica hops down from the counter top. And begins to leave.
Tasha shouts out to her.
TASHA
Wash your hands. And tell your
father dinner is ready.
Whatever.
MONICA
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INT. FAMILY HOME- PARENTS BED ROOM. NIGHT
ERIC, (a charismatic middle age man with sad eyes), is alone
in the bedroom. He is sitting on the corner of the bed and
looking at a framed photo of he and his family. Eric is in
deep thought. In his hand there is a 30 day Alcoholic
Anonymous coin that he fiddles through his fingers .Eric
opens dresser drawer and places the coin inside.Inside the
drawer we can briefly see a large stack of bills. Some of
the have "LAST NOTICE" and "URGENT" stamped on them. Some of
the bills are even in pink envelopes. He picks up one of the
letters. He flips the envelope over. The letter is still
sealed. He places in back in the drawer and slams it shut.
He looks into the mirror. He appears broken inside. So, he
looks away. He picks up the telephone from the night stand
and dials a number.
CUT TO:
INT. FAMILY HOME-HALLWAY. NIGHT
Monica is approaching her parent’s bedroom. She notices the
door is cracked open. She can see ERIC is sitting on the bed
with the phone to his ear. He is in the middle of a
conversation. She listens but does not make her presence
know to her father.
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INT. FAMILY HOME- PARENTS BED ROOM. NIGHT
ERIC
I know,man. I’ve let you down. It
wont happen again. You can put that
on anything. Why? Man, I got a
(MORE)
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 5.
ERIC (cont’d)
family... I need this. (pause)
OK,you already hired somebody? Man,
I hear you bruh. Yeah, just let me
know.Peace.
Eric slams the phone. He sits on the bed hanging his head
down in shame. Then he looks at the dresser and slides open
the drawer again and grasp the thirty day chip from
Alcoholics Anonymous tightly in his hand. He is still
unaware that Monica is at the door. A light knock is his and
Monica enters. Eric quickly regains his composure, smiles.
and speaks with a pleasant voice to his daughter.
Dad?
MONICA
ERIC
Hey, baby girl.
MONICA
Dinner is ready.
ERIC
Ok, go eat. I’ll see you at the
table.
Ok.
MONICA
Monica exits. As the door closes the smile is no longer on
his face. He sits on the bed in deep though. He looses his
grip and stares at the 30 day Alcoholic Anonymous chip in
the palm of his hand.
CLOSEUP: The 30 day Alcoholic Anonymous chip in the palm of
Eric’s hand.
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INT. FAMILY HOME- DINING ROOM TABLE. NIGHT
Tasha and Baby Boy are sitting at dining room able.BABY BOY
bangs on the high chair. Monica walks in and sits down at
the table.
TASHA
Is your father coming?
MONICA
He’ll be here.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 6.
Tasha seems displeased with Monica’s response. Then Eric
enters. He is dressed for a night on the town.
TASHA
Are you joining us tonight?
ERIC
Not tonight. I’m going out.
TASHA
You’re going to a meeting?
Yeah.
ERIC
Eric kisses Tasha goodbye. Eric steps away and Tasha catches
Eric’s sleeve. Eric looks back to Tasha.Tasha softly says to
Eric.
TASHA
Eric...Proud of you.
The twinkle in Eric’s eyes is back as a smile crosses his
face. He looks directly into her eyes and says.
ERIC
Leave me at plate.
Tasha laughs. Then Eric goes to Monica and gives her a kiss
on the top of her head.
ERIC
You finished your homework?
MONICA
I didn’t have any.
ERIC
That better be the truth. Stand up
and give me a hug.
Monica quickly stands and wraps her arms around her father.
He hugs her and plants a second his on the top of her head.
Monica grins and sits back down.
ERIC
Good Night, I love you. I’ll see
you in the morning. Go to bed on
time.
Yes, dad.
MONICA
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 7.
Eric kneels down to Baby Boy. Baby Boy kicks and laughs.
Eric gives Baby Boy is pinkie finger and speaks to his son.
ERIC
Alright Baby Boy, when I’m out
you’re the man of the house. Keep
the girls safe. And don’t take any
bull from anyone. Not even, Mama.
You hear me?
Tasha giggles and gives a firm but friendly pat to Eric’s
back.
TASHA
Get out of here.
Eric laughs and gives Tasha another kiss goodbye. He waves
as he exits the door.
ERIC
Alright, love you see you in a
little while.
Eric exits. Baby Boy lets out a sad whimper. Tasha gives
Baby her hand. He grabs her finger and pulls it towards his
mouth.It’s a tender moment between mother and child.Tasha
feels eyes on her from across the table. Tasha turns her
focus to Monica.
MONICA
May, I also be excused?
TASHA
No. But, you may say grace.
Baby Boy laughs.Monica sighs as her and Tasha lower their
heads in prayer.
CUT TO:
INT. ALCOHOL AUTONOMOUS MEETING. NIGHT
It’s a men’s meeting for the alcoholic anonymous.The Healing
Place Men’s Recovery Center".The sign hangs up on the above
a clock on the wall. The time reads 8:00. A Group of men are
gathered in a small room with florescent lights and cold
tile floors. There is a circle formed with metal folding
chairs around the center of the floor. The men sit down
their cups of coffee. They hold their Styrofoam cups and sip
coffee as they begin to take their seats.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 8.
GROUP OF MEN
God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot
change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway
to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful
world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all
things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in
this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen.
After the the prayer you can hear the mummer of Group of
Men’s voices as they enter break into groups and chat.
JP(40’S, African American, with a friendly
disposition)approaches Eric. Eric greets his friend JP with
their signature handshake and hug.
Eric!
JP!
JP
ERIC
JP
Congratulations on your 30 days,
man!
ERIC
Yeah man... thanks
JP
It aint easy is it?
ERIC
(smiles)Naw Naw, it’s been good,
you know? Just taking it one day at
a time. Won’t be too much longer
till I’m celebrating 4 years, like
you, bruh.
Eric uses his elbow to give JP and friendly yet strong
nudge.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 9.
JP
(laughs)Yeah, it’s been real, man.
I’ve seen a lot of people come, go,
come back again and go again. And
I’ve seen a lot of ’em, never got
the chance-to make it back.
JP pauses then shakes his head. He shrugs as he says...
JP
Man,I’m just glad I still here. And
that’s for real.
ERIC
So you’re happy, huh? You feel,
good?
JP
Yeah, most definitely. Just keep
coming back man, you’ll see.
REGGIE (20-20yrsold, African American Male, with a silly
disposition) Spills his coffee on the floor. Reggie laughs
and uses a single napkin to try to nclean up the large
spill. JP points at Reggie as he speaks to Eric.
JP
Like, look at this nigga. He aint
going to make it. He’s probably
high right now.
JP shakes his head in disbelief. Eric nods his head and
ponders while viewing Reggie clean up the mess. One member
from the Group of Men hand Reggie a roll of paper towels.
REGGIE
Good looking out, Fam. I appreciate
it.
Eric turns to his friend JP.
ERIC
Well, it’s been real. But, I got to
get back home. The wife has
something hot waiting for me.
JP
(chuckles)Yes, sir! I feel yah.See
you next week, alright?
Bet!
ERIC
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 10.
The two exchange their normal handshake and hug. Eric heads
towards the door. JP heads towards Reggie. JP shouts across
the room.
JP
Reggie! Nawh aw, that ain’t goin
work. Better get that mop! You aint
goin’ to use all the paper towels
and leave here with a sticky ass
floor.
Reggie stands there looking dumbfounded as JP approaches.
Eric looks over and smiles. Eric shakes his head and exits
CUT TO:
INT. FAMILY HOME-MONICA’S BEDROOM. NIGHT
Monica enters her bedroom. She gets out her cell phone and
notices a text from Jacob.The text reads...
WYD?
JACOB
Monica reads the text and starts to text back. The text is
visible to audience.
MONICA
Nothing. I just hate it here
sometimes.
JACOB
Why? U wanna met up?
MONICA
I can’t. It’s too late.
JACOB
So, sneak out. I’ll pick you up.
Monica pause as another text comes in.
JACOB
I really want to see you.
MONICA
I will think about it.
JACOB
Come on, At least send me another
pic.
Monica smiles and closes her bedroom door.

11.
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EXT. URBAN CITY STREETS- NIGHT
It’s a normal night in downtown Louisville. It’s quiet. Very
few people are out.The traffic has slown down. Only a few
cars pass as Eric walks the side streets on his way home.
There is a newspaper vendor stand on the curb. Eric looks at
his watch. Then Eric begins a slow jog towards the vendor.
LOLA,(40-50’S, woman, with mother like quality)is getting
things ready to close the shop. There is a bucket filled
with a little over a dozen roses and other flowers. Most of
the flowers are slightly wilted or damaged. She opens a
trash bag as Erick approaches the stand. He has a big grin
on his face. And Lola smiles back. She speaks.
LOLA
Your timing is late.
ERIC
What do you mean, Lola? I have
perfect timing.
LOLA
All we have left is right here.
Lola pushes the bucket of flowers closer to Eric.
LOLA
They’re pretty bruised and wilted.
The florist cut the stems the wrong
way. You see any you like?
ERIC
Awe, Lola. You know I don’t know
anything about flowers. How about
you pick me out 13 of the better
flowers. And make one of those
beautiful arrangement. You know?
Like you always do.
Lola gives Eric a sideways look and a half grin. Lola begins
LOLA
A dozen plus one, huh? Is tonight a
special night or did you do
something especially stupid?
ERIC
Neither, I know how you ladies like
surprises.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 12.
LOLA
Yeah, and I bet you’re full of
them.
Lola finishes wrapping the bouquet and hands them to Eric.
Eric pulls out a rose and hands it to Lola. She attempts to
hide her smile.
ERIC
And this one if for you. How much
do I owe you?
Lola takes the rose from Eric.
LOLA
I guess this ones on the house.
ERIC
You’re my girl, Lola. I’ll see you
next week.
He joyfully exits. Lola smiles and shakes her head as Eric
exits. Lola, turns off the lights.
CUT TO:
EXT. URBAN CITY STREETS- THE BAD PART OF TOWN. NIGHT
This is the worse part of the city. The streets are active
with cars driving through and people standing out on the
curbs and sidewalks. A Homeless Couple,(30-late 40’s,
emaciated and dirty) sleep on a bus stop bench. Scantly clad
women stand on the street corners while drug dealers execute
transactions off of the curb.
Suddenly,a car turns a corner and is driving up the street
at a high speed.People on the sidewalk are startled and jump
to take cover. While others, at a safe viewing distance
watch the speeding car,pull out their cell phones and record
the event. The muffled sounds of a man and a woman arguing
can be heard coming from within the vehicle.
Then Suddenly, the passenger side door swings open and Lady,
jumps out of the moving vehicle. She rolls out of the car
onto the street. She continues rolling until her body comes
to a stop.Lady is shaken as she comes to her hands and
knees. LADY sits up and notices that everyone on the street
has paused and is looking at her. She looks down at her
legs.Her hands knees are scuffed and starting to bleed.The
vehicle she was in turns another corner. He frantically
reaches into her bra looking for the cash she had hidden.
She finds in and for a moment seems relieved.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 13.
Eric runs to help her up. When Eric touches her LADY whips
out a baton striking Eric to the back of his knee. Eric
falls to the ground. Lady quickly stands and looks down at
Eric on the ground. She sees the bouquet next to him.
ERIC
Ahh! My knee!What’s wrong with you,
man? Are you crazy or something? I
was trying to help you.
LADY
Forgive me. I haven’t had the best
experiences with men grabbing me
from behind.
ERIC
Shit! That hurt.
Lady helps Eric up. He leans all of his weight onto Lady.
She struggles to stand under his weight.
LADY
You should come with me to the
parlor. I can give you a massage.
She points to the massage parlor a few yards up the street.
Eric glances in that direction.
ERIC
No. Thank you I fine.
Eric stands to his feet. And he attempts to walk. Lady
notices his limp.
LADY
You sure? I’m really good at what I
do.
ERIC
I’m sure. You watch yourself out
here. These streets ain’t nice.
LADY
(Under hear breath)
Neither am I.
She shouts to Eric as he stammers away.
LADY
You know where to find me. First
half hour’s on me.
Eric raises the bouquet as he walks off.His gait is still
irregular.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 14.
LADY smirks as she reaches into her bra and pulls out a
small stack of cash.She opens her gym bag and places money
inside and pulls out a pack of cigarettes. She lights one as
she walks down the street. The witnesses on the street
continue as if nothing has happened. A ,HOMELESS WOMAN,
pushes a shopping cart filled with aluminum cans and plastic
bottles. She bends down to pick up a flatten aluminum can.
The Homeless Woman notices Lady as she passes by. The
Homeless Woman’s eyes follow her as she struts by.
LADY approaches the massage parlor. It’s a small building.
In the window hangs a neon sign the reads massage. And other
one that glows with the word open. Lady rings the buzzer and
the door unlocks. Lady walks in.
INT. MASSAGE PARLOR-ENTRY. NIGHT
The PARLOR MANAGER, {In her 60s, with a first lady of the
church appearance, with a serious attitude),is sitting at
the front desk painting her nails. Lady approaches her at
the desk. Lady looks sweaty with dark circles under her
eyes. PARLOR Manager, looks shocked and disgusted by her
appearance.
I’m sick.
LADY
Parlor manager stops painting her nails and carefully
reaches underneath the desk and pulls out a large
bookkeeping folder.She flips though the pages
PARLOR MANAGER
It says here you already owe 150.
Plus 75 for today’s booth fees.
Lady pulls out cash from her purse and throws it onto the
desk. Parlor manager counts the money anc places it inside
the desk drawer. She takes a red pen and marks through the
debt inside the bookkeeping folder. She looks up at Lady as
she delicately reaches into her bra. She pulls out a small
baggy and holds it between her fingers.
PARLOR MANAGER
No more fronts. And your booth fees
better be paid before you leave
tonight.
Got it.
LADY
Lady takes the baggy and exits back down the hallway.
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15.
INT. FAMILY HOME-LIVING ROOM. NIGHT
The house is quiet. Tasha sits on the couch with Baby Boy
asleep in her arms. The sound of keys are heard coming from
outside of the front door. Eric enters holding the bouquet
of roses. Tasha notices his limp as he enters. She speaks in
a surprised yet whisper tone.Eric makes his way towards the
couch.
TASHA
Oh my gosh, Eric! What happened?
ERIC
Just my knee again.
TASHA
Are you okay?
ERIC
It’s nothing I can’t handle.
Eric sits next to Tasha on the couch. The couple kiss. Tasha
sniffs the flowers Eric holds in his arm.
TASHA
smiling)They’re beautiful. I’ve got
some good news.
Eric strokes the head of Baby Boy as he sleeps.
ERIC
Oh yeah what’s that.
TASHA
You had someone call.
ERIC
Who called?
TASHA
The owner of that construction
company called back.
ERIC
Really, he leave a message?
TASHA
He said one of his guys quit on him
today. He wants to know if you can
come in tomorrow. He left the
address to the work site.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 16.
ERIC
That is good news, baby.
Eric and Tasha looks at each other with big smiles across
their face. Eric strains as he gets up from the couch.Tasha
speaks in a hushed tone.
TASHA
What are doing?
ERIC
I gotta put some ice on this knee.
You want these in water?
Eric holds out the bouquet as limps towards the kitchen.
Tasha whispers from the couch.
Please.
TASHA
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INT. FAMILY HOME-MONICA’S BEDROOM. NIGHT
Monica’s bedroom is dark. She is dressed in dark clothing as
she stands over her bed. She stuff pillows and clothing
under her covers to make it seem that there is someone
laying in the bed. Her cellphone vibrates in her pocket. She
takes out the phone and reads a message from Jacob.
JACOB
I’m outside.
Monica quickly finishes making her bed. She nervously slides
open her widow window and crawls outside.
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INT. FAMILY HOME- PARENTS BED ROOM. NIGHT
Tasha and Eric are laying in the bed looking into each
others eyes. Eric has zip lock bag filled with ice on his
hurt knee. Tasha speaks.
TASHA
So, Monica is not very pleased with
me.
ERIC
Really what’s up?
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 17.
TASHA
A senior boy at school asked her to
prom.
ERIC
Oh, hell no.
TASHA
That’s kinda what I said. Either
way, she’s not very happy with me.
Do you think you can talk to her?
ERIC
Yeah, I’ll speak to her tomorrow.
TASHA
Thanks baby.
Tasha leans forwards to give Eric a kiss goodnight. She
turns over and turns clicks off the table lamb on her
bedside nightstand.Her back is turned to Eric. Eric looks up
at the ceiling and speaks to Tasha.
ERIC
Everything is about to get better.
You know that, baby?
Tasha lays on her side with her eyes closed. She replies to
Eric.
TASHA
Yes, I know baby.
Tasha turns over and cradles Eric.
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TASHA
Good night.
ERIC
Good night.
EXT. URBAN CITY STREETS- NIGHT
Monica and Jacob sit awkwardiy in silence. Jacob leans
towards Monica and speaks. Jacob brushes his fingers against
Monica’s shoulders. Monica appears nervous. Jacob speaks
softly in her ear.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 18.
JACOB
You look really pretty tonight.
MONICA
Thanks. You look nice too.
JACOB
I really like those pictures you
sent.
MONICA
You promise not to show anyone
those, right?
JACOB
Of course not. I don’t other guys
knowing what I’ve got. You’re my
girl.
Am I?
MONICA
JACOB
Yeah. It’s cool you know? That you
snuck out to see me. It shows that
you’re loyal.
MONICA
I’m kind of nervous. It would be so
bad if I got caught.
JACOB
Don’t worry baby.
Jacob leans in to kiss Monica. Monica backs away.
MONICA
I’m sorry. I just thought we could
just talk for a little longer.
JACOB
Talk, I didn’t drive out here so we
could talk. I thought you were, you
know, ready.
MONICA
I might be. But, just didn’t think
my first time would be like...
Jacob straightens up in his seat.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 19.
JACOB
Like what?
MONICA
We haven’t even been on a real
date, yet.
JACOB
You wanna go on a date? I don’t
really date.
Monica speaks with a confused smile on her face.
MONICA
Nah uh, then why did you ask me to
prom?
Jacob leans back in towards Monica. He plays with her hair
as he speaks.
JACOB
Everyone knows Prom is just an
excuse to get out the house and get
lucky. We’re both here now. There’s
no need for prom.
Monica moves his hand away from her hair. And she leans away
from him.
MONICA
Is that all you want?
JACOB
Yeah, don’t you? I mean, maybe
you’re not as mature as I thought.
MONICA
You’re the one who sounds immature.
I’m going home.
Monica attempts to open the door. Jacob quickly locks the
door. Monica is shocked and looks back at Jacob. Jacob
appears appologetic.
JACOB
No, don’t go! I’m sorry I didn’t
mean it.
Monica eyes begin to tear.
MONICA
Then why did you say that?
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 20.
JACOB
I just really like you Monica. I
just wished you liked me as much as
I like you.
MONICA
I do like you Jacob. I love you.
JACOB
I love you too, Monica.
MONICA
Then how could you be so mean to
mean to me?
JACOB
I’m sorry. We can go to Prom. I
want to take you out. And show you
off to my friends.
MONICA
It doesn’t matter. My mom won’t let
me go anyways. Maybe you should ask
someone else.
JACOB
But, I don’t want to go with anyone
else. Can’t you sneak out and go?
Like you did tonight?
Huh?
MONICA
JACOB
We can just go there for an hour
and hangout out a little while
afterwards. And I will bring you
home.
MONICA
So, what? We would just be gone for
a couple of hours?
JACOB
Yeah, that’s it.
MONICA
But, how am I going to get a dress?
JACOB
Just put on something nice. Don’t
you go to church?
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 21.
I use to.
MONICA
JACOB
Just wear one of your pretty sunday
dresses.
MONICA
(laughs)Oh my gosh! Are we really
going to do this?
JACOB
That depends on you.
Monica smiles a happy yet nervous smile.
CUT TO:
EXT. WORK SITE. DAY
It’s a business location. CREW WORKERS are working on the
landscape. Crew Workers are mowing grass and trimming
bushes. Eric limp is better but still slightly noticeable.
The LANDSCAPE BUSINESS OWNER (Male, 40’S, any
ethnicity)waves to Eric as he approaches.
LANDSCAPE BUSINESS OWNER
Hey, you must be Eric.
ERIC
Yes, sure I am.
LANDSCAPE BUSINESS OWNER
You ready to work?
ERIC
Yes, sir I am.
LANDSCAPE BUSINESS OWNER
You ever use a Backhoe before?
ERIC
No sir. But, I’m a fast learner.
Good.
LANDSCAPE BUSINESS OWNER
The LANDSCAPE BUSINESS OWNER calls one of the Crew Workers
over.
(CONTINUED)

CONTINUED: 22.
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LANDSCAPE BUSINESS OWNER
Enrique meet Eric. You’re going to
be training Eric on the
Backhoe today. Comprendes?
ENRIQUE
Yes, boss.
LANDSCAPE BUSINESS OWNER
But, no need to worry. Eric here is
a quick learner.
ERIC
Nice to meet you Enrique.
ENRIQUE
Come on. Lets go.