INT. |WINNER ACADEMY, ABUJA|
"A Sample of the F8 falls from Dayo's hands as Kome walks out of the Loo."
KOME
(Places her hands on her chest)
You scared me!
Why are you in the lady's room?
(Dayo picks up the sample and turns towards the exit without saying a word)
You shouldn't be here
"Efe Walks toward the door "
KOME
(Notices the birthmark on his neck)
Efe!
(Efe ignores her and keeps walking towards the door)
KOME
(Catches up to Efe and takes off his cap)
Efe, what are you doing here?
EFE
(Covers her mouth with his palm)
Keep your voice down.
KOME
(Pulls his hands away from her mouth)
Why are you here?
How did you even get our uniform?
How did you get....
EFE
(Interrupts her)
Shouldn't you be in class?
KOME
You haven't answered my question.
EFE
I will explain everything to you later.
(Walks out of the room)
KOME
Efe!
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INT. | WINNER ACADEMY, CAFETERIAL|
"Kome Gazes at Dayo on the opposite end of the hall as she sluggishly mixes a portion of rice and goat meat stew."
NGOZI
But wait a minute, you were serious about screwing Dayo oh?
ISIO
Oh yes, and I only just began.
And guess what?
He is bigger than average.
NGOZI
Isio!
ISIO
What?
NGOZI
HMM, be careful, oh.
You know guys of his kind never stick around so nor go dey catch feelings.
BEMA
I was about to say that.
Do not get emotionally involved.
(Sips his bottle of Coca-Cola)
ISIO
Who cares about that?
Why are you guys acting like you don't know me?
BEMA
And use protections we both know there are a lot of you on his list.
(Opens his plate of spaghetti)
ISIO
Oya, I have heard you.
Calm down guys it's just sex for me too.
It's not that deep.
Men are stupid they are not worth it.
NGOZI
Your brothers and dad are men too.
ISIO
(Smiles)
What if I tell you they are part of the reasons why I said what I said?
This is 2023, Ngozi... Nor go dey trust man.
(She noticed Bema eyes are fixed on her)
But Bema is an exception though.
BEMA
Now you are talking.
NGOZI
I know guys can be stupid, but you can't stereotype, na.
There are still good guys out there.
ISIO
Ehen, you have started again with this your petty feelings.
Better open your eyes.
Emotions are not real, wake up it's all a fantasy!
NGOZI
That's not true.
I understand why you are saying these things but deep down, you know emotions matters because you feel them too.
BEMA
(Notice Kome is lost in thoughts)
Kome, are you alright?
NGOZI
Yeah, I was about to ask that too.
She has been too quiet.
ISIO
Kome!
(Waves her hand in front of her)
KOME
(Snaps out)
Yes?
BEMA
What is the problem?
KOME
Nothing, I'm fine.
ISIO
I doubt that.
You have been too quiet.
Is something bothering you?
KOME
I'm fine.
NGOZI
Okay, but just in case, I have something that would put you in the mood.
(Winks at Kome)
BEMA
Ngozi!
NGOZI
(Turns to Bema)
What is it?
I'm just marketing my products, oh.
Better stay out of my business.
KOME
If it's F6, count me out.
ISIO
Come on stop acting like a child.
F6 is everything anyone could ever ask for.
KOME
It's a drug that damages your brain cells.
And to make it worse, very addictive.
NGOZI
(Chuckles)
That doesn't mean it isn't nice.
Its all about mindset alongside self-discipline.
BEMA
Wow now I see why they call you the F6 queen. Your words are seductive.
Nice one, business woman.
KOME
(Turns to Bema)
Are you serious, Bema?
I thought you were on my side.
BEMA
I am.
You know I'm not a fan of F products.
I'm in love with my marijuana.
I'm just complimenting her persuasion skills.
KOME
Whatever.
ISIO
But you are good?
(Drops her left hand on Kome's shoulder)
KOME
Yeah
(Notices Dayo is sitting alone)
Guys excuse me I will be back.
I need to do something.
(Walks towards Dayo's table)
BEMA
Where are you going?
NGOZI
I will be in the restroom, guys.
(Picks up her bag to leave)
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INT. |THE ASIKA'S HOUSEHOLD|
"Mrs. Azika drops a bowl of cereal in front of Uche."
Mrs. ASIKA
Sorry I haven't filled the gas, and I didn't know you would be back from work so early.
Please manage this my love
UCHE
You haven't gone to fill the gas or that stupid man you call a husband has refused to give you money to fill the gas?
Mrs. ASIKA
Uche, don't start, please.
UCHE
Don't cover up for him, Mum.
All he does is gamble and drink all day.
(Notices the scarf around Mrs. Asika's neck)
Why do you have that around your neck?
Mrs. ASIKA
(Ignores his question)
So how was work today?
UCHE
(Takes the scarf off her neck)
Did he do this to you?
(Gazes angrily at the red swollen area of her neck)
Mrs. ASIKA
Uche, you need to calm down, please.
(Grabs his hands)
Don't do anything stupid.
UCHE
Are you serious right now?
He is an animal, Mother.
People like him should be in prison.
"Mr. Asika walks into the room"
Mr. ASIKA
I'm not the one doing drugs.
So, you should be the one in prison.
Where did you get this?
(Holds up an iPhone in his right hand)
UCHE
That's none of your business, I got that for my mother.
Mr. ASIKA
With your drug money, right?
(Smashes the phone on the ground)
UCHE
I bought that with my hard-earned money.
(Rushes towards Mr. Asika in anger)
"Mr. Asika grips him by the neck and keeps dropping his fist on Uche's Face."
Mrs. ASIKA
(Manages to separate Uche from her husband)
That's enough don't kill my son for me.
"Mr. Asika pushes Mrs. Asika to the floor, and Uche rushes to her."
UCHE
Mum, are you okay?
(Assists her in seating up)
Mr. ASIKA
My house my rules.
You have no right to bring anything into my home without my permission.
(Walks out of the scene)
"Mrs. Asika burst into tears."
UCHE
(Pulls her to himself)
Did he hurt you?
(Scans through her body for possible injuries due to the hard fall)
Mrs. ASIKA
I'm fine.
Look at your face.
(Her hands tremble as she Gazes at Uche's swallow eyes)
UCHE
I'm fine.
_____________________________________
INT. |WINNER ACADEMY, CAFETERIAL|
"Kome sits opposite Dayo."
DAYO
That seat is taken.
KOME
What were you doing earlier in the ladies restroom?
DAYO
That is none of your business.
KOME
How do you know Efe?
DAYO
Efe, so that's his name.
How do you know him?
KOME
I asked first.
DAYO
Well, he is a friend.
KOME
He is nothing like the kind of people you hang out with.
So, we both know that is a lie.
DAYO
Okay.
(Folds his hands across each other)
KOME
What is your connection with him?
DAYO
(Gets up to leave)
What do you know about him?
KOME
Nothing, just his name.
DAYO
And how do you know about that?
(Rest both his hands on the table and leans towards Kome gazing into her eyes)
KOME
Tell me about your relationship with him then I will tell you why I know his name.
DAYO
(Chuckles)
Funny girl.
(Turns to leave)
KOME
I saw an F product fall from you.
DAYO
(Turns to her)
Half the school does drugs so don't threaten me with that.
KOME
It's not a threat.
Did you sell drugs to him?
DAYO
Leave me alone, Kome.
(Walks out of the scene).
_____________________________________
INT. |GOOD EXPERIENCE, ABUJA|
"Kemi rushes for a hug at the sight of Efe"
KEMI
(Holds Firmly to Efe)
I missed you.
EFE
I missed you too.
(Pulls out one of the chairs for her to sit)
KEMI
Thank you.
EFE
How did you manage to leave the house?
KEMI
My Mum stepped out to get something, so I seized my moment.
EFE
But you know that's risky, Kemi.
KEMI
I don't care, Efe.
I will be leaving for the US this weekend, there is no way I would have left without saying goodbye to you.
EFE
But we have talked about this.
This is not goodbye.
I should be getting my visa anytime from now so I will join you as soon as I can.
KEMI
But you are leaving so much behind.
Your Mum, siblings, and your friends.
EFE
It has always been my dream to study abroad I won't sleep on that opportunity because of my loved ones.
Besides, once I'm settled over there, I can come and go whenever I want to.
KEMI
Alright but how certain are you that you will get the scholarship?
EFE
It's a shallow exam, Kemi.
I was doing advanced Mathematics before I was ten, so you have nothing to worry about.
KEMI
Alright.
EFE
So how was your birthday party?
KEMI
Boring and frustrating.
EFE
And your husband-to-be?
KEMI
Really?
EFE
(Chuckles)
Relax, I'm just kidding.
KEMI
Don't do that.
That joke is silly.
EFE
Babe, I said I'm sorry.
(Places his hands on hers)
Before I forget, this is for you.
(Drops a red box on the table.)
KEMI
(Picks up the box)
What's this?
EFE
Open it.
KEMI
(Opens the box)
Wow, this is beautiful.
(Gazes at the expensive necklace)
But this looks very expensive, Babe.
You need this money for your travel.
EFE
It's the least I could do, Kemi.
Happy birthday.
KEMI
But you need the money.
EFE
I will be fine, I have more than enough for the trip.
Remember I have been saving for a while now.
KEMI
Wow, this is beautiful.
Can you help me....
EFE
Sure
(Picks up the Necklace)
KEMI
(Backs Efe)
You will have to remove the one I'm wearing first)
____________________________________
|GEOGRAPHY CLASS, WINNER ACADEMY|
"Bema gazes at Kome as he notices she is lost in thoughts."
BEMA
(Whispers)
Hey, are you okay?
KOME
Yeah, I'm fine.
BEMA
We both know that is a lie.
You've been acting strange ever since lunch break.
KOME
Bema, you worry too much.
BEMA
Of course, I will worry too much.
You are my best friend your worries are mine.
KOME
Thank you, Bema and I love you for that.
BEMA
So, tell me what is wrong.
KOME
Fine, but you can't tell Isio or Ngozi.
BEMA
Sure.
What is it?
KOME
I saw my brother today in our school.
BEMA
Efe?
KOME
Yes.
BEMA
Okay...
KOME
Dressed in our uniform talking to Dayo.
BEMA
Okay...
KOME
In the ladies' restroom.
BEMA
Wow, that's serious.
"The school bell rings."
_____________________________________
"Bema and Kome come out of the classroom alongside other students."
KOME
I feel he is involved in drugs.
BEMA
I don't know, Kome.
All I can say is that nothing good can come out of his association with Dayo.
KOME
Exactly, I'm worried, Bema.
BEMA
Did you ask him what he was doing here?
KOME
You know how Efe can be.
He kept ignoring my questions and told me he would explain everything to me.
BEMA
We both know that is never going to happen.
KOME
Exactly.
I just hope Dayo is not selling him drugs.
BEMA
I doubt that. Efe is way too smart to risk breaking into our school for drugs.
Besides he is not a minor so he can get access to drugs more conveniently.
KOME
That's true I didn't think of that.
BEMA
You may not like what I'm about to say.
KOME
(Stops and turns to Bema)
Say it Bema I need your help.
BEMA
I think Efe is the supplier.
I know it sounds crazy but that is the only thing that makes sense to me.
KOME
There is only one way to find out.
Come with me.
(Pulls Bema by the wrist)
BEMA
What are you up to?
"Walks behind Kome"
_____________________________________
INT. |THE AZUKA'S HOUSEHOLD|
"Ngozi drops her bag on one of the couches in the sitting room."
NGOZI
Good afternoon, Mama.
(Kneels beside Mrs. Azuka who is lying on one of the couches)
Mrs. AZUKA
Cheta.
NGOZI
No, Mama its Ngozi.
Mrs. AZUKA
(Gently opens her eyes as she smiles at Ngozi)
How was school today?
NGOZI
School was fine, Mama.
How are you feeling?
Mrs. AZUKA
I'm fine my daughter.
NGOZI
But you don't look fine, Mama.
Your condition is getting worse every day.
"Cheta walks into the room"
CHETA
You are home early today.
NGOZI
Yeah, I was worried about, Mama.
You too, shouldn't you be at work?
CHETA
I came to check on Mama too.
(Turns to Mrs. Azuka)
Mama, how are you?
Mrs. AZUKA
I dey fine my pikin.
NGOZI
We need to find a solution to this, Cheta.
The drugs are not working.
I'm worried.
CHETA
(Grabs Ngozi by the arm and pulls her to a corner)
What is your problem?
NGOZI
What did I do?
Does she look okay to you?
CHETA
You don't have to express your fear in front of her.
We need to be strong for, Mama.
She needs us more than ever before.
NGOZI
I'm scared, Cheta.
We can't lose her.
CHETA
Nothing will happen to her.
Take this, that's the ingredient for stew there is rice in the kitchen.
When I return in the evening, I will take her to the hospital.
(Turns to leave)
NGOZI
Won't you eat before leaving?
CHETA
It will take forever for the stew to be ready.
Besides, a lot is waiting for me at work.
Take care of yourself.
(Walks out of the scene).
_____________________________________
INT. |THE UFOMA HOUSEHOLD|
"Kome and Bema search Efe's room"
BEMA
We shouldn't be here, Kome.
Efe would not like this.
KOME
(Turns to Bema)
You were the one who gave me this clue.
BEMA
No, I didn't I only said there is a possibility that Efe might be dealing drugs.
KOME
And the only way to prove that is to look for evidence.
BEMA
And do what with it?
I think you should just forget about this.
And even if he was dealing drugs do you think Efe would be that dumb to leave traces here?
KOME
He is a genius but still human.
To err is human they say.
(Finds a hole in Efe's Wardrobe)
BEMA
What's that?
KOME
We are about to find out.
(Opens the hole)
There is a bag.
BEMA
Bring it out.
KOME
I can't it's heavy.
BEMA
Wait let me try.
KOME
We can still access it from here.
(On's her phone flashlights)
BEMA
Open it.
KOME
I'm holding the light you should open it.
BEMA
You brought me here, Madam.
KOME
Don't tell me you are scared.
BEMA
Fine!
I will open it.
(Gently zips down the bag)
_____________________________________
INT. |CONVENT|
"Zino walks into the auditorium."
VON
Sister, Zino how are you doing?
(Smiles at Zino)
ZINO
What do you want, Von?
VON
Relax, Zino I come with good news.
ZINO
I am not interested in whatever it is.
(Turns to leave)
VON
Code9 has an offer for you.
ZINO
I'm not interested.
VON
You might want to hear me out.
You are not obligated to do so but do it for the respect you have for my father.
He treated you like his own daughter.
ZINO
What does he want?
VON
The company has been trying to reproduce the F9 since after the fall of Gates, but it has been a total failure. We haven't been able to figure out the last ingredient. We need your help in finding a lead on ex-members who may have the information we need.
ZINO
My relationship with The Company ended the day I brought them the head of Danjuma Saraki.
Tell Code9 that I am sorry I wish I could help but I can't.
You know your way out.
(Turns to leave)
VON
You know one day Father will come for you, right?
You don't deserve to live he just hasn't realized that yet.
There is nothing you can do to wash the innocent blood off your hands.
Not even God can save you.
ZINO
Have a good day, Von.
(Walks out of the scene)
VON
Let's go boys.
_____________________________________
INT. |UFUOMA HOUSEHOLD|
"Bema and Koma Gaze at the bag filled with Bundles of Naira Notes."
BEMA
This is a lot of money.
KOME
This proves his involvement.
BEMA
Does it?
KOME
Obviously what else could explain this?
Oh, God what has this boy gotten himself into?
BEMA
Calm down, Kome.
It's not confirmed yet.
KOME
What other proof do we need, Bema?
This is a lot of money there is no way the job he has would get him access to this kind of money.
BEMA
True.
Where did you say he works again?
KOME
A warehouse where they distribute goods sent from abroad.
BEMA
Sounds like a perfect hideout that may explain all of these.
(Kome gives him a weird look)
No!
Hell, no there is no way we are going there.
KOME
Bema, please.
We both know you will never let me do something so dangerous alone.
BEMA
This is becoming too deep and it's scary, Kome.
Besides none of our suspicions may be true.
KOME
That is more reason for us to do this.
I need to know why Efe was in our school today.
With or without your help, I'm going there.
BEMA
Kome please lets just let this thing be.
When Efe comes back you can even threaten to tell your Mum.
Maybe he will spill.
KOME
No, he will only come up with a clever lie to cover up the truth.
He is my brother!
Efe can make you believe you are mad even if you are more normal than he is.
How else do you think he gets away with all the things he does in this house?
BEMA
Fine, I will come with you but first, we need to wear something else, we can't go there dressed in our uniform.
KOME
There is no time for that, Bema you are just stalling.
BEMA
No, I'm not.
(Kome stares into his eyes)
Fine, let's go.
KOME
Thank you.
You are the best.
BEMA
Don't thank me I still think we shouldn't do this.
_____________________________________
INT. | THE ODIBO HOUSEHOLD|
"Mr. Odibo is having lunch with his family"
Mr. ODIBO
(Turns to Isio)
So how was school today?
ISIO
(Smiles)
Mr. ODIBO
That's good to know.
KEFE
Better be and how are your grades?
ISIO
Good.
KEFE
Good is not enough.
That mistress you call a mother will be rolling in her grave if you don't meet up to expectation.
Mr. ODIBO
Kefe, that is enough.
Leave your sister alone.
KEFE
Stepsister.
(Turns to Isio)
Don't forget where you are coming from.
You do not belong here, so you need to be more than average if you still want to have a name.
Mr. ODIBO
(At the top of his voice)
I said that'd enough.
What is your problem?
KEFE
(Turns to Mr. Odibo)
You are my problem, Dad.
If only you had controlled yourself, we wouldn't be dealing with this outcast.
(Points at Isio)
"Isio gets up and walks out of the room with tears coming down her cheeks."
Mr. ODIBO
Kefe, why can't you let this child be?
What has she done to you?
TEGA
She is bad for business, Dad.
We have done a lot to hide her identity.
If the public finds out about her existence it will hurt the company so bad.
Mr. ODIBO
That is not enough for you guys to treat her the way you do.
(Takes off his glasses)
That's by the way.
Aisha will be coming to Abuja tomorrow I want both of you to be on your best behavior.
KEFE
Why are you even marrying this girl?
We both know you can't stick to one woman.
Just leave a free life rather than tying yourself down.
CUT TO:
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INT. ISIO'S ROOM
"Mr. Odibo sits on Isio's bed"
Mr. ODIBO
My love.
ISIO
(Tears roll down her cheeks)
Please go I want to be alone.
Mr. ODIBO
My child, I'm sorry.
Please try and understand your brothers they don't....
ISIO
(Gets up from her bed)
Are you serious, Dad?
They do this every single time.
You let them get away with everything.
Mr. ODIBO
Don't talk like that.
You know I scold them too.
ISIO
No, you don't!
They get away with everything.
What did you do when Tega molested and abused me, nothing.
How about the time Kefe locked me in my room for days when you were in Dubai?
Mr. ODIBO
Calm down, my love.
ISIO
Do you even believe that they did those things to me?
Mr. ODIBO
Isio, that's enough.
ISIO
You don't even believe a word I say Only their opinions matter to you.
"Mr. Odibo's phone rings"
Mr. ODIBO
Excuse me dear, this is important.
(Picks up the phone and walks out of the room)
ISIO
(Dails Ngozi's number)
Hey!
Are you at home?
_____________________________________
INT. |WAREHOUSE, KARIMU, ABUJA|
"Bema tip toe behind Kome"
BEMA
(Whispers)
Hey, slow down.
I should be in front.
KOME
This place looks empty.
BEMA
Are sure we are in the right place?
KOME
Yes, this is where Efe works.
BEMA
Are you sure?
KOME
Yes, I am.
(Hears group of voices)
Can you hear that?
BEMA
Yeah, we should go closer.
KOME
Yeah.
BEMA
Wait.
You are walking too fast.
Stay behind me.
(Pulls Kome behind him)
I can see Efe.
KOME
Who else is there?
BEMA
Uche too.
Wait, Uche smokes?
(Gazes at Uche smoking F8)
KOME
No, he doesn't.
BEMA
See for yourself.
"Tiga addresses the employees."
TIGA
Good news, guys.
Our proposal was accepted.
UCHE
Yes!
ELLA
I'm not surprised.
So, when do we begin execution?
TIGA
As soon as Efe finalizes the list of board members.
EFE
The list is ready all we need to do is to start approaching them.
BOB
Then let's do that.
CHETA
Sorry to cut you short but no one has come up with a solution to Club Villa.
Ever since the change of management, it hasn't been easy to sell products to my clients over there.
EFE
It's simple.
Approach the new management.
CHETA
Don't you think I have already done that?
EFE
How about their affiliates?
CHETA
How would that help?
EFE
If you can't get to a mother, go through her children.
Just find one of their affiliates, sell the idea to them and they will reach out to the management themselves.
ELLA
(Picks up her gun)
Did you guys hear that?
FRED
Hear what?
ELLA
I don't know I think I heard something.
I have been having this feeling that we are being watched.
"Kome taps Bema."
KOME
What's going on?
BEMA
We need to go.
KOME
Why?
BEMA
They know we are here.
KOME
Please don't shoot!
(Gazed at a gun pointed in between her eyes)