Title: Just Like That: Someone Appeared and Disappeared
Character List:
1. Nicolas "Nich"
- Background: College student, member of a criminal group
2. Bella
- Background: Member of a criminal investigative team
3. Criminal Group Members:
- Herry (Harry)
- Albert
- Mark
- Paul
- Chris
- Oskar
- Daisy
4. Criminal Investigative Team Members:
- Mr. Black
- Will
- Lisa
- Tommy
5. College Students:
- Jerry
- Ross
- Alex
- Neil
- Taylor
- Jolie
- Jessie
- Samantha
- Sara
- Katherine
- Bryne
- Douglass
- Sonia
- Bright
- Jimmy
- Jack
- Charles
- Tom
- Linda
- Merry
- Stuart
- Emilie
- Serena
- Daniel
- Mark
- Johnny
- Elizabeth
- Elissa
- Roddy
- Candle
- Henry (Professor at college)
Settings:
- Philadelphia
- Los Angeles
- Florida
- California
- Washington
Scene: 1
Set: Stevens' House, Philadelphia
Time: 8:00 pm, nighttime
Nicholas stood in front of the mirror, adjusting his tie. He wore a crisp suit and tie, and his hair was styled in a fashionable emo cut. He held a rose in his lips, his eyes fixed on his reflection.
"Mom, I'm going out," he called out, his voice muffled by the rose.
His mom's voice came from outside the room. "Nicky, my son! Are you going to meet Ross?"
Nicholas nodded, the rose threatening to fall from his lips. "Yeah, Mom. We're going to a university party at 9:00 pm."
His mom entered the room, a hint of curiosity in her voice. "What's the party about?"
Nicholas smiled, his eyes sparkling. "It's a Valentine's Day party, Mom."
His mom raised an eyebrow. "You haven't eaten anything. Please drink this mango juice."
Nicholas took the juice from his mom, his hands brushing against hers. "Thanks, Mom. I'll eat something at the party."
His mom smiled, her eyes crinkling at the corners. "You're always in a hurry, Nicky. Take your time."
Nicholas grinned, his eyes mischievous. "I'm just excited to see Ross, Mom."
His mom chuckled, her voice warm. "I know, sweetie. I just want you to be happy."
Nicholas's face softened, his eyes filling with dreams. "I love Ross, Mom. I'm your lucky son, and I always get what I want."
His mom smiled, her eyes shining with warmth. "I know, Nicky. I wish you all the best. Take this ring and give it to Ross. I bought it for her."
Nicholas's eyes widened, his face lighting up. "Thanks, Mom! You're the best mom in the world!"
He kissed his mom's cheeks, his lips lingering for a moment before he turned and ran out of the room.
His mom laughed, her voice carrying after him. "Be safe from evil eyes, Nicky! You look handsome!"
Nicholas turned back, his eyes sparkling with mischief. He made a victory sign towards his mom, who smiled and tossed her head in "yes".
Scene 2:
Set: Philadelphia's Main University
Nicholas entered the university, turning heads with his dashing appearance. He had an undeniable charm that captivated the girls, and even some teachers couldn't help but notice him. However, not everyone was a fan of Nicholas. A group of boys, led by Jerry, the university's notorious bully, eyed him with jealousy.
Underneath a tree, a group of students gathered, buzzing with excitement. Jessie squealed, "Look, Nich is coming!" Samantha turned to her boyfriend, Neil, and said, "Wow, he's looking testing today!" Neil agreed, "He always looks sharp!" Jollie, Nicholas's ex-girlfriend, now dating Alex, joined the group, eyeing Nicholas with a mix of admiration and envy. Alex, known for his numerous breakups, felt threatened by Nicholas's charm.
"I can't believe he's dating Ross," Jollie said, shaking her head. "They're perfect for each other," Samantha replied. "I know, right? They're like a fairytale couple," Jessie added.
As they chatted, Ross entered, wearing a stunning red skirt dress. Nicholas couldn't help but smile, feeling confident and satisfied with his girlfriend's attention. He felt like a winner, knowing he had the most lovely girlfriend in the university.
Ross ran towards Nicholas and said, "Hi!" He replied, "Hi!" They hugged each other, and Katherine, Bryne's girlfriend, exclaimed, "Wow, what a marvelous couple! I suddenly want to be invited to their marriage!"
Meanwhile, Jerry, the rich and bad boy of the university, threw a vine out of his mouth and stared at Nicholas with hatred. Nich winked at him mischievously, and Jerry got angered. However, his friends pulled him back, and the professor's voice came, "You all are ready to have dinner, then go and sit."
At the dinner table, Bryne and Katherine talked about Ross and Nicholas. "What a perfect couple!" Bryne said. Katherine agreed, "Yeah, with the arrival of Nich in this university, Alex lost his charm. Now Nicholas's name is on everyone's lips."
Nicholas and Ross sat together, and Nich said, "You're looking so pretty today." Ross replied, "But many degrees lower than you. I'm afraid I won't be able to face your charming looks." Nich smiled and said, "That's just an illusion to you. I never considered myself equal to you."
Ross smiled fondly and said, "You spoke complicated words of love!" Nich replied, "If the love is deep, then the words will also be tricky to understand."
Nich then pulled out a small box from his pocket and said, "My mom gave me this gift for you." Ross's eyes widened as she opened the box, revealing a beautiful ring. "It's stunning!" she exclaimed. Nich smiled and said, "I'm glad you like it."
Ross said, "Nich, I'm in a hurry to get together with you as your wife because I hate living my life without you anymore." Nich replied, "And I also want to live as your husband, but the studies... anyway, Ross! I promise you, no one can measure my love for you, it's unlimited."
Ross said, "Yeah, I believe you, and you should know that my heart wants you so much. You became my world since the first day I saw you. I decided I'll live only for you."
Nich said, "I have the great value of your feelings, and wherever I sold my heart, people say it's called the place of beauty. Now obviously, I can't get my heart back to me."
Ross placed her hand over his hand and said, "I love you, Nich! And I will always love you the same, all my life... I promise." Nich replied, "And we'll live together, promise." Ross said, "Promise."
They looked into each other's eyes with this confessional promise. Both innocent lovers were unaware of the turning of time, loving each other like teenagers.