EXT. MUT TOWER
"Zino attempts to push Cheta off the building completely."
CHETA
Alright, I will talk!
Please pull me back; I will talk.
ZINO
Why did you rat Efe out?
CHETA
They threatened to kill my family.
ZINO
(Pulls him back in)
Why?
CHETA
(Falls on the ground in relief.)
It's a long story.
ZINO
(Squats in front of Cheta)
I have all evening to hear you out.
CHETA
My Mum was sick, and she needed an operation.
The money I had, including the one given to me by Efe and Uche, wasn't anywhere close to what I needed, so I rubbed the warehouse.
(Tries to catch his breath)
A few days later, Tiga adopted me.
I didn't know they would find out what I did. Tiga and his direct superior threatened to kill me and then my family if I didn't do something in return for them.
(Coughs)
ZINO
What was that?
What did they ask you to do for them?
CHETA
They gave me a package and asked me to place it in Efe's luggage before he left for the airport.
That was the only way they would let me go and forget that I stole from them.
ZINO
What exactly was in the package?
CHETA
I don't know.
I swear I don't know.
ZINO
You didn't bother to look?
CHETA
No, but I wished I did. I knew they were up to no good.
If only I could go back in time, I would have looked, I swear to God.
ZINO
While your story sounds realistic, I can't still help but smell some loopholes.
CHETA
I'm telling you all I know, believe me.
I have no reason to lie to you.
ZINO
How did they find out Efe was leaving the country?
Because I know my brother, he is too smart not to have figured out that the company frowns at people, especially the ones as important as Efe walking out on them.
CHETA
(Takes a deep breath)
I don't know, honestly, I don't.
ZINO
(Chuckles)
I see.
You are really worse than I thought.
(Grabs Cheta and pulls him to the edge of the building.)
CHETA
I have told you all I know!
Please don't do this.
ZINO
(Pushes him towards the edge of the building and grabs him by the shirt.)
The only thing stopping you from falling off this building is my firm grip on your shit.
CHETA
Please don't do this.
Please, I'm begging you.
ZINO
Your life is in your hands, boy.
Now I'm going to ask again: Who told them Efe was leaving the country?
CHETA
Me!
I had no choice. They threatened to kill my family.
Telling them about Efe's plan was the only way I could stop them from killing me and my family.
I'm sorry.
ZINO
(Pulls him back and pushes him to the floor.)
Have you seen this man before?
(Unlocks her phone and shows Cheta a picture of Von.)
CHETA
Yes, he is Tiga's superior; he is behind everything happening to Efe.
ZINO
Good.
Your Mum was good to me while I was growing up; she is the only reason you are still breathing.
(Turns to leave.)
CHETA
I want to help.
I will do whatever it takes to clean up this mess.
ZINO
(Turns back)
The only thing you can do to help right now is to pray that nothing happens to my brother.
Because whatever they do to him, I will do to you.
(Walks away.)
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INT. THE ASIKA HOUSEHOLD.
"Amara knocks on the door."
Mrs. ASIKA
Hold on!
Ahh, why is he back by this time?
(Walk to the door and open it.)
I thought you guys closed at 7 PM
Oh, Amara, it's you; I thought it was Uche.
AMARA
Where is my brother?
Mrs. ASIKA
I was about to ask you the same question.
AMARA
Watin you take that one mean?
Abeg commot for road.
(Pushes Mrs. Asika to the side and walks into the house.)
Mrs. ASIKA
Your brother isn't here!
AMARA
(Ignores her and walks into Mr. Asika's room)
Brother!
Mrs. ASIKA
(Follows her)
Madam, I have told you he isn't here.
AMARA
(Rolls her eyes at Mrs. Asika and sights the gum in her mouth)
Where did he go?
Mrs. ASIKA
I don't know!
I was rushed to the hospital by my son after your precious brother hit me.
AMARA
(She drops her bag on the ground and sits down on the chair.)
Well, you must have deserved it.
Watin dey kitchen? I dey hungry.
Mrs. ASIKA
There is no food in this house.
AMARA
Oya cook, na.
When will my brother be back?
Mrs. ASIKA
I don't know, Amara.
We haven't seen your brother since I was rushed to the hospital.
AMARA
I don't understand.
And you didn't bother to find out where he went?
Mrs. ASIKA
No, I didn't!
Why would I care about the whereabouts of a man I am planning to leave?
AMARA
(Chuckles)
You funny, oh shey you know?
As if we wanted you for him in the first place.
(Hisses and picks up the television remote)
Rubbish!
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INT. ZINO'S WAREHOUSE.
"Ovie appears surprised."
OVIE
Cheta did this to Efe?
ZINO
Yes, he did.
OVIE
I'm still surprised.
They were practically like brothers.
The three of them were inseparable.
"Kome eavesdrops on their conversation."
ZINO
Well, you know the saying: Everyone can lift a hammer and nail, but only those closest to you know exactly where to hit you with it.
OVIE
I get that, but this is Cheta we are talking about; I'm still finding it hard to believe it.
ZINO
I had doubts about that, but we have enough evidence to prove he did it, and he confessed to it.
OVIE
So, I guess your only plan is to make sure Von, or whatever his name is, pays for what he did to Efe.
ZINO
Exactly, and don't try to stop me.
OVIE
Oh, no, I won't do that, but I want you to keep in mind that your actions from this moment will determine what we become of us.
ZINO
I am doing this for all of you. For Efe.
OVIE
Are you sure about that?
ZINO
What's that supposed to mean?
OVIE
(Goes closer to Zino)
I don't know, Zino, but there is a part of me suggesting that this is something much more personal for you. It's more about revenge and blood than it is about doing what's best for the family.
ZINO
You are entitled to your opinion, brother.
It won't stop me from making the company pay.
(Turns to leave.)
"Kome rushes to her room."
OVIE
You should check on Kome.
ZINO
(Turns to Ovie)
What about her?
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INT. KOME'S ROOM
"Zino knocks before walking in."
ZINO
Hey!
KOME
(Pretending to be writing on her desk.)
Welcome.
ZINO
(Sit on the bed.)
How are you?
KOME
(Turns to Zino)
I don't think you want to know the answer to that question.
ZINO
(Chuckles)
Has it been that horrible?
KOME
If there is even a word much worse than that.
ZINO
Ovie told me what happened yesterday.
KOME
What did he say?
ZINO
You tried sneaking out.
KOME
You know I only did that because I am bored to death here.
ZINO
I understand how you feel, Kome.
KOME
Funny how bro Ovie said the same thing. But I don't think anyone understands how I feel.
ZINO
Hmm, okay, but you know it's just for a while. Soon enough, you will be able to return to school and have your life back.
KOME
When?
How soon is soon?
ZINO
Soon.
(Gets up to leave)
KOME
Can I at least go to school?
Our final exams are fast approaching. I miss my friends, too.
Please!
ZINO
Kome!
KOME
Forget I asked.
(Turns to her Book)
ZINO
(Walk to the door and slowly turn to Kome)
I will think about it.
KOME
Really? Thank you!
Thank you!
ZINO
I'm not promising!
KOME
I know.
ZINO
(Smiles at Kome)
Now, quit pretending to be writing.
Wash up and come out for dinner.
(Walks out of the room.)
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EXT. AZUKA'S HOUSEHOLD.
"Mrs. Azuka walks out of her room."
Mrs. AZUKA
Have you heard from your brother?
NGOZI
Nope.
Mrs. AZUKA
Where he go?
NGOZI
(Picks up her school bag.)
Relax, Mummy, it's not the first time.
It's Cheta; he does whatever he likes. I'm sure he spent the night at Uche's place.
Mrs. AZUKA
But I called Uche, he said he wasn't with him.
NGOZI
Really?
Well, I'm sure he's fine.
By the way, when are you resuming your new job?
Mrs. AZUKA
On Monday.
NGOZI
Alright.
(Picks up a punch of Banana on the table.)
I have to go now.
(Turns to leave)
"Cheta walks into the house."
Mrs. AZUKA
Cheta, is that you?
(Walks towards the door.)
Jesus, what happened to your face?
CHETA
Nothing, I'm fine.
NGOZI
You don't look fine
Mrs. AZUKA
Who did this to you?
(Touches the swollen face)
CHETA
It's nothing, I am fine...
Ouch!
(Stops Mrs. Azuka from touching the face)
That hurts.
NGOZI
Where have you been?
CHETA
None of your business
(Walks out of the scene.)
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INT. CHETA'S ROOM.
"Ngozi follows him to the room."
NGOZI
(Closes the door behind her)
I guess you don't want to get mama worried, but you can talk to me.
CHETA
Ngozi!
NGOZI
Who did this to you?
CHETA
It's none of your business; I said I am fine!
Or are you deaf?
NGOZI
Cheta, you don't look fine!
Take a look at yourself in the mirror, na!
CHETA
Ngozi, leave me alone, biko.
You are going to be late for school.
NGOZI
Fine!
I will leave you alone.
CHETA
Good.
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INT. IWEBEMA'S HOUSEHOLD.
"Mrs. Iwebema stands in front of Bema's room door."
Mrs. IWEBEMA
Do you know what the time is?
BEMA
I'm sorry, ma
(Picks up his bag)
I'm ready now
Mrs. IWEBEMA
No, you are not!
Botton your shirt properly and dress like a human being.
"Faith walks in."
FAITH
Also, you should brush your hair and do something about those socks.
(Walks out of the scene.)
Mrs. IWEBEMA
(Turns to Bema)
What are you waiting for?
Dress up properly and meet us in the car.
(She shakes her head and turns to leave.)
BEMA
Mum, wait.
Mrs. IWEBEMA
What is it, Emmanuel?
BEMA
I don't know if you noticed, but Kome hasn't been in school all week, and it's unlike her.
(He adjusts his button.)
Mrs. IWEBEMA
Really?
Have you tried calling her?
BEMA
(Picks up his belt from the bed.)
That's the thing her line isn't going through, so I was wondering if you could find a way to reach out to her family.
Mrs. IWEBEMA
I will talk to your form mistress about it, but if she doesn't show up by Monday, I will look into it myself.
BEMA
Thank you, Mum.
Mrs. IWEBEMA
Now hurry up!
(Walks out of the scene.)
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INT. BUHIGH PRISON, DARK ROOM.
"Guard opens a hole in the door to give Big Shark his food."
GUARD
Hey, Big Shark, Your meal is here.
BIG SHARK
(Takes the food)
Thank you.
GUARD
You are welcome
(Turns to leave.)
BIG SHARK
Wait!
GUARD
(Turns back)
What?
BIG SHARK
What's the update on the bounty?
GUARD
I don't know.
Why should I care?
(Turns to leave.)
BIG SHARK
You should care!
You got paid, remember?
GUARD
And I did what you asked!
What the hell is your problem?
Jizz
BIG SHARK
Look, all I am asking for is an update on the bounty.
Please.
GUARD
The next time you speak to me in that manner, I will make sure your stay here is extended.
BIG SHARK
I know, I'm sorry.
Just help me.
GUARD
(Takes a deep breath)
It didn't work.
BIG SHARK
What?
GUARD
Well, the young man you wanted dead is still more alive than you are right now.
BIG SHARK
How?
I'm going kill those boys with my bare hands
(Angrily hits his hand on the door.)
GUARD
I don't think you want to do that.
BIG SHARK
Well, I will once I'm out of here.
It was a simple task.
How difficult is it to kill that idiot?
GUARD
That idiot is the reason you are locked up here.
And I don't think the boys are to blame for this.
BIG SHARK
Who the hell is to blame but them?
GUARD
Your superior.
I don't know how he did it, but the boy somehow got to Shagba, who threatened to kill anyone who attempted on the boy's life.
BIG SHARK
What?
GUARD
Look, I don't know why I am about to say this to you, but I will say it regardless.
There is something about this kid a lot have changed since he got here first he challenge you and almost killed you, he is the youngest inmate to win the respect of the inmates now he has found favour in the eyes of the most dangerous man in the prison. If I were you, I would let this go.
Let bygone be bygone.
BIG SHARK
Never!
He must pay for what he did to me!
GUARD
As I expected.
Well, I have said my piece. Good luck with whatever plan you've got in that head of yours.
(Walks out of the scene.)
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EXT. RECREATIONAL GROUND.
"Tom walks up to Efe."
EFE
What do you want, Tom?
TOM
You know why I am here, kid.
Your time is almost up, and I have come to warn you.
There is only one way out of this.
EFE
I know that.
TOM
Do you?
I learned that you have a brain similar to that of Einstein, but I will offer you some friendly advice: do not try anything clever. This is Buhigh; your smartness doesn't count.
(Goes closer to Efe)
Here, the weak dies and the strong strive. Kill or get killed. It's that simple!
(Turns to leave)
EFE
Hmm, maybe you are right, but let's not forget that my Einstein brain is the only reason I am still alive.
It almost cost Big Shark his life! It's why your boss wants me to be in your cartel!
TOM
And it wouldn't matter if you are dead.
You are still alive because Shagba wants you alive.
EFE
(Chuckles)
You only think that because it appears to be that way because you are presently speaking from a place of strength and advantage, but I learnt that the things that count and matter are often the ones that are beyond what the eyes can see, and time is certainly of the essence.
TOM
Your quotes don't matter here, kid.
EFE
(Chuckles)
My quotes?
You just proved my point.
"Tom walks out of the scene without saying a word."
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EXT. WINNER ACADEMY.
"Zino parks in front of the school."
ZINO
(Turns to Kome)
Okay, we are here.
Remember you...
KOME
(Interrupts Zino.)
I have to be careful.
And I must keep our present location a secret.
ZINO
Good!
Remember our cover-up story: your grandmother died and we went to the village for her burial.
KOME
And they couldn't reach me because the network over there was poor.
ZINO
Very good.
Take this.
(Give her a calculator)
KOME
Why are you giving me a calculator?
ZINO
It's not a calculator.
It's a phone that looks like a calculator.
KOME
A phone
(Look at the phone)
But i can't bring that with me; it's no longer allowed.
ZINO
That is why it looks like a calculator.
All you have to do is hit the green button, and you will be able to reach me.
Hit the red button if you are in danger.
KOME
Okay.
(Takes the phone from Zino.)
ZINO
Alright, your math teacher will bring you home.
KOME
My Math teacher?
Mr. Jacob?
You know him?
ZINO
Mr. Jacob will not be available for now.
KOME
What?
Why?
ZINO
That is not something you should be worried about.
Now get out of my car before I change my mind.
KOME
(Smiles)
Thank you.
(Hugs Zino.)
I love you.
ZINO
I love you, too
Take care of yourself.
KOME
I will
(Comes out of the car.)
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INT. SCHOOL CORRIDOR.
"Frank walks up to Ngozi."
FRANK
Hey.
NGOZI
(Closes her locker)
Hey.
FRANK
How did it go with your brother?
Hope I didn't get you in trouble.
NGOZI
No, it's fine.
He didn't tell my Mum.
FRANK
(Sighs in relief)
Thank God.
NGOZI
Yeah.
So how are you?
FRANK
I'm not fine.
I didn't get enough sleep.
NGOZI
Why?
What happened?
FRANK
(Goes closer to Ngozi)
I couldn't sleep.
NGOZI
Why?
FRANK
I couldn't get you off my mind.
NGOZI
(Blushes)
Really?
FRANK
Yes.
What have you done to me, this girl?
(Touches her cheeks.)
NGOZI
Nothing.
FRANK
That's a lie, and I could swear that you did something to me.
NGOZI
I didn't do anything to you, oga.
FRANK
Then why am I so obsessed with you?
NGOZI
I don't know.
"Isio clears her throat as she walks into the scene."
FRANK
Alright, I will see you later.
(Kisses Ngozi on the cheeks and turns to Isio)
Isio.
ISIO
Frank.
"Frank walks out of the scene."
NGOZI
(Notice Isio's suspicious look)
Relax, don't worry, I will explain everything to you.
ISIO
Oh, My God!
You guys did it.
NGOZI
Did what?
ISIO
You know what I'm talking about.
NGOZI
Fine, we are dating.
ISIO
Okay, but that is not what I'm talking about.
NGOZI
Then what are you talking about?
ISIO
Ngozi, you can't fool me.
I know when two people have seen each other's nakedness.
NGOZI
Shuu
(Covers Isio's mouth)
Someone could hear you.
ISIO
(Removes Ngozi's hand from her mouth.)
Do I look like I care?
Wow, you finally gave up your virginity.
NGOZI
I know, right?
ISIO
Hmm, I didn't see this one coming.
(Walks towards the classroom alongside Ngozi)
NGOZI
Look, I don't need all that lecture about him being bad for me.
I have really given this a lot of thought, and I think I am ready to give him a chance.
ISIO
I understand, but I wasn't going to say anything.
NGOZI
Really?
ISIO
Yes!
NGOZI
Okay, good.
ISIO
Except one thing.
NGOZI
(Sights Kome)
Wow!
ISIO
Relax, I just want you to be very careful
Guys like Frank do not change overnight.
Are you even listening to what I'm saying?
(Notice Ngozi is distracted)
What is it?
(Turns around)
Oh, my God.
(Hugs Kome.)
KOME
I know I missed you too.
"Isio joins the hug."
ISIO
What happened?
Where have you been?
KOME
Your line has not been reachable.
NGOZI
We even went to your place, but nobody was home.
KOME
Relax, guys; I will tell you everything.
But we have to go to class now.
ISIO
That's true.
"They all enter the classroom."
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EXT. WAREHOUSE
"Zino drives in."
ZARA
Are you sure about this?
ZINO
Yes, I am.
ZARA
Von knows you are coming for him, so I doubt he will come back here.
This is the last place he should be.
ZINO
Yet, the place seems to be running just fine.
ZARA
Doesn't mean he is still the one running the place.
ZINO
This place was set up because of Von; now that Efe is gone, Code9 should have shut it down, but for some reason, it's still up and running.
ZARA
What is your point, Zino?
ZINO
(Picks up her gun from the dashboard.)
Von may or may not be here. Whatever the case is, we must find out why Code9 has yet to shut them down.
ZARA
Okay, if you say so.
(Picks up her gun.)
ZINO
(Comes down from the car)
Are you ready?
(Zino attaches a silencer to the mouth of her gun)
ZARA
I was born ready
(Puts on her glasses)
ZINO
Remember, we have to do this as quietly as we can.
_______________________________
INT. WAREHOUSE.
"One of the men approaches Zino and Zara."
MAN
This is a restricted area.
ZINO
Oh, we are sorry.
Where is your boss?
I need ten cartons of F8.
MAN
F8?
ZARA
You heard her loud and clear.
MAN
This is a warehouse for legal drugs approved by the NDA.
ZINO
Common, we all know that is just the cover.
That is not why this place exists.
MAN
Please leave, or I will have security throw both of you out of here.
"Man2 walks in"
MAN2
What's happening here?
MAN
These junkies came here asking for F8 drugs.
ZARA
What did you just call me?
(Attempts to go closer to the Man)
ZINO
(Stops Zara)
Relax!
(Turns to the Man)
You are wasting our time. We can do this the easy way or the hard way, it's all in your hands.
MAN2
Please leave!
ZARA
You know what?
That's it....
(Pulls out her gun.)
ZINO
Zara!
"Zara shoots the man on his head, the second man attempts to pull out his gun, and Zino guns him down."
ZARA
What now?
ZINO
We find out who is running the place!
"Another man rushes into the scene; Zara shoots him in the chest."
ZARA
You go right, I will go left.
ZINO
Perfect!
(Walks towards the right side of the scene.)
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INT. OFFICE.
"Kate attempts to come out of the office; Zino walks in with a gun pointed at Kate."
KATE
Zino
ZINO
Hello Kate.
KATE
How did you get in here?
ZINO
(Chuckles)
It seems your memories are failing you.
I was once the most dangerous and prestigious human asset in the company.
Your security here is nothing compared to the ones I have compromised in the past.
KATE
Fine, boast all you want.
Why are you here?
What do you want?
ZINO
You know why I am here.
Where is Von?
KATE
I don't know, but even if I did, what makes you think I would tell you?
ZINO
(Drops the mouth of the gun on Kate's forehead)
Because I have a gun to your head, and I wouldn't hesitate to pull the trigger.
KATE
Then my father will chase you till he kills you and everyone you love.
We both know that is worse than whatever Von has done to you.
ZINO
Shut up!
Where is Von?
He is all I want. I do not want a war, but if you don't give him to me, I will turn this into a war.
A very bloody war!
KATE
Which we both know you cannot win!
It's you against a trillion-dollar muti cooperation with access to information and resources that you do not possess.
ZINO
Where is he?
KATE
I told you already, I don't know!
"Zara walks in."
ZARA
We have to go.
More of them are coming.
ZINO
You are coming with me!
(Pushes Kate in front of her.)
KATE
What?
I told you already, I don't know where he is.
ZINO
Well, we will see about that.
____________________________________
INT. BUHIGH PRISON.
"Charles approaches Dante."
DANTE
Charles, my friend, what's up?
CHARLES
I'm here to tell you that I will not be proceeding with your plans tonight.
I told you; I have to be with my wife and family to tonight
DANTE
Then, I guess you take whatever is going to come your way.
(Attempts to walk out of the scene.)
CHARLES
Relax; there is a way we can both get what we want.
DANTE
(Stops and turns to Charles)
I'm listening....
____________________________________
INT. DINNING.
"Charles approaches Pedro."
CHARLES
Come with me.
PEDRO
Why?
I haven't done anything.
CHARLES
Do you want to see your Mama?
PEDRO
(Appears excited)
My Mama is here?
(In Mexican assent.)
CHARLES
Yeah
PEDRO
But it's not visiting hours.
CHARLES
Well, you have been of good behavior, so I pulled some strings for you.
PEDRO
Gracies!
Thank you, thank you!
CHARLES
Come with me.
(Charles makes eye contact with Dante.)
"Dante turns to Mohammed and Jude."
DANTE
I will be back
(Walks out of the scene.)
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INT. CORRIDOR.
"Pedro walks beside Charles."
PEDRO
Man, thank you.
Thank you very much.
CHARLES
You are welcome, kiddo.
PEDRO
Wait, the visitation room is the other way.
CHARLES
I told you I had to pull some strings, so this is off the record; the management is not aware of this.
PEDRO
Oh, okay.
CHARLES
(Stops in front of a door.)
Alright, go inside and wait for her.
PEDRO
(Goes inside.)
Thank you, boss.
This means a lot.
"Charles locks the door without saying a word."
"Dante approaches Charles."
CHARLES
His inside, be snappy about it.
DANTE
I will
(Attempts to open the door)
CHARLES
(Holds Dante's hand.)
Now we are even, and don't you dare threaten me again.
DANTE
Understood.
(He goes into the room and closes the door behind him.)
PEDRO
(Turns around)
Mama!
(Gazes at Dante)
Who are you?
DANTE
The man who is going to take your life.
PEDRO
What?
DANTE
I'm sorry, Pedro.
____________________________________
INT. WINNER ACADEMY.
"Kome turns to Ngozi and Isio."
KOME
So that's what happened, guys.
NGOZI
I'm sorry about your loss.
(Holds Kome.)
ISIO
How is your Mum holding up?
KOME
She's doing okay.
ISIO
You should have told us before you left; at least that way, we wouldn't have to worry.
KOME
I'm sorry, guys. It all happened so fast, and it just didn't cross my mind to reach out at that moment.
NGOZI
It's fine, we understand.
"Bema walks in."
KOME
Bema!
BEMA
Kome, how are you?
KOME
I'm good.
BEMA
Are you sure?
KOME
Yeah, I think so.
BEMA
Alright.
(Turns to leave.)
ISIO
You don't have to walk out on us, you know.
We could all forget you have been an ass.
BEMA
(Turn to them.)
I know.
(Turns to Kome)
But some things must come out of their shell before I can bring myself to be around you guys.
(Walks out of the scene.)
ISIO
What the hell is his problem?
KOME
So, guys, gist me!
I want to know everything that happened in my absence
ISIO
(Smile at Ngozi)
Should I tell her, or you will do that yourself.
KOME
Tell me what?
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INT. BUHIGH PRISON
"Charles escorts Dante into his cell."
EFE
Where have you been, bro?
DANTE
To get you this
(Give him a box.)
EFE
What's that?
(Takes the box from Dante)
DANTE
Your lifeline.
MOHAMMED
Lifeline?
"Efe opens the box."
EFE
What the....
(Gazes at Pedro's head contoured into the box.)
MOHAMMED
(Goes closer to the box)
What's that?
(Throws up in the sink)
What have you done, Dante?
DANTE
Exactly what should be done!
JUDE
(Goes close to the box.)
Nice!
EFE
(Turns to Dante)
You had no right to do this!
DANTE
It is the only way to ensure your survival.
EFE
My survival?
Or yours?
DANTE
What?
EFE
Common, I understand your relationship with the company.
If I die, they kill you too. So, how am I certain you are doing this for me?
DANTE
You could be right; maybe I am also looking out for my survival, but we both know this is the only way.
Look, I have done my part!
The rest is up to you!
(Sits on his bed.)
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INT. SHAGBA'S CELL.
"Efe walks in with the box in his hand."
SHAGBA
Well, well, look who we have here.
EFE
(Opens the box)
That is the head of Pedro Bernal.
Proof of my competence.
SHAGBA
(picks up the head from the box.)
Nice, honestly; I didn't know you had it in you.
EFE
Well, I guess there is more to me than what meets the eyes
(Turns to leave.)
SHAGBA
Not so fast.
EFE
(Turns around)
You asked for a head, and I have given that to you.
SHAGBA
True, but I want some validation and reassurance that you are the man you claim to be.
(Takes a gun from Tom.)
EFE
Reassurance?
SHAGBA
Yes!
You claimed you did this on your own, so I'm certain you wouldn't have a tough time killing another.
EFE
What?
"Shagba Signals Tom, who brings out an inmate"
SHAGBA
(Gives Efe the gun)
Take this.
EFE
(Takes the gun)
What for?
SHAGBA
(Turns to the inmate)
Kill him.
EFE
What?
INMATE
Please, don't do this.
(Cries out.)
EFE
Is this necessary?
I already did what you asked.
SHAGBA
Then you should have no problem doing it again
Kill the young man, now.
(Sits down on a couch opposite Efe)
Now, I would love to see how this ends.
(Smiles as he picks up the glass of wine beside him.)
"Tom points a gun at Efe; Efe's hands tremble as he raises the gun and points it towards the Inmate,"
INMATE
No, please
Don't do this!
Please!
(Cries out)
EFE
I'm sorry.
(Pulls the trigger)