Confidential
(c) Y. Ruzhytska
10.
ACT TWO
CUT TO:
INT.HELIX MANSION, BALLROOM - EVENING
Neonila is still following after the mysterious young man.
She keeps distance between them as she makes her way through
the crowd, but he continues to get farther away.
Then he heads out the door outside. Neonila stops for a
moment, seemingly conflicted whether she should follow him
outside.
She looks back at the crowd, biting her lip. Then she turns
around and determinedly leaves. The call for adventure is
heeded.
EXT. HELIX MANSION - CONTINUOUS
Neonila gets lost in the vast maze-like gardens, losing
sight of the stranger. After wandering for some time she
finds him standing under a lamp post. He looks at her,
expectantly.
He's been waiting for her.
Neonila stops for a moment, pondering. Then she gathers her
skirts and goes ahead.
CUT TO:
INT.HELIX MANSION, BALLROOM - EVENING
Lada and Freasia are looking around, seemingly wondering
where Neonila went to.
One of the Helix houseguards approaches them, a young tall
man who's obviously not sober. He smiles at them though they
didn't notice him yet, looking in the opposite direction.
GUARD
Evening, ladies! If you're looking
for a strong man to watch your back
then look no further! I'm here now
to keep you safe.
He bows clumsily as Lada and Freasia turn to stare down at
him with rather confused face expressions.
FREASIA
Aren't you supposed to be on duty,
goodser?
LADA
Yes, do watch our backs, but from
your post only.