The Fault in our Romance Episode 1
Written by Johnny Patel
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(In a hidden valley)
(Where the Troll Kingdom lies)

Beatrice: Kids! It's time for supper!

(Her son and daughter, Simon and Silvania come out of their rooms to the dinner table)

Beatrice: Food is ready.

Silvania: Ugh, Veggies. Again?

Beatrice: We eat what the Earth provides us with. Now stop complaining and eat your food. (To Simon) Go in and call your father.

(Simon goes in and returns a few seconds afterwards)

Simon: He said he's not hungry and that he wants to sleep.

Beatrice: Alright then. Sit down and eat and no talking.

Simon & Silvania: Yes Mother.

Beatrice: (she sits down on the dinner table) This is how we're supposed to eat, As a happy family.

Simon: (he points at Silvania's food) Are you eating all that?

Silvania: (she gives him her food) No, You can have it.

Beatrice: You're not eating anymore?

Silvania: No Mom, I'm full. And besides, Simon needs all the food he can get to help increase his brain cells

Simon: Shut up.

Silvania: No, You shut up.

(Amidst their bickering, Simon injures his sister)

Silvania: Owww... (She watches as her injury heals immediately) Good thing we trolls have an amazing healing ability.

Beatrice: Enough of all these squabble. You two are gonna wake up your father.

Silvania: Sorry....

Simon: I'm done eating

Beatrice: Okay good. I'll need you and Silvania to go and collect some carrots and beetroots.

Simon and Silvania: Okay Mom.

(At the castle)

Guard: My King, I've just finished collecting the taxes from every troll in the kingdom.

King Jerod: This is too small.

Guard: Well it's what most trolls can afford.

King Jerod: I'll have to increase the taxes by 25%

Guard: But that'll be too heavy for some trolls, You don't want your subjects thinking you're a tyrant.

Princess Marianna: You know what I think, Daddy? I think you should increase the taxes whether your subjects like it or not and anyone who opposes you should have their heads on the block and their houses burnt to the ground! According to what you always say, It's better to be feared than to be loved.

King Jerod: Yes my daughter, You're right. (to the guard) Pass out the law! Tell all my subjects that the taxes has been increased by 25% and anyone who objects will have their heads on the block.

Guard: (bows) Yes my King.

(Meanwhile)
(In Hillwood City)
(At a foster home)

Lucas: It's 7:58pm, it's almost time to light the fireworks. Bobby, You know the drill...

Bobby: Don't worry, Go. I'll cover up for you.

(Lucas goes to the living room and sees his foster father, Mr Blackwell, asleep on the couch)

Lucas: Perfect.

(He tiptoes past him and sneaks out of the house and runs to where the fireworks are usually lighted)

Lucas: (watches the fireworks) Whoa, It's as beautiful as ever....

(Later)
(Lucas returns back to his foster home)

Thompson: You're back.

Lucas: Yup.

Thompson: We were worried sick about you, Lucas. Where have you been?!

Lucas: I went out to watch the fireworks.

Thompson: The fireworks? Again? You're gonna get in trouble with Mr Blackwell one day.

Lucas: Don't worry yourself, Bobby usually covers up for me and Mr Blackwell would never suspect a thing.

(He enters the room)

Bobby: You're back, Finally. How'd it go?

Lucas: Wonderful.

Bobby: You really enjoy watching those fireworks.

Lucas: Yeah i do. (He climbs his bunk bed) Asides seeing my parents again, Watching the fireworks is what makes me happy

Bobby: I understand.

(Lucas takes out his locket which contains a picture of his parents)

Lucas: I can't wait to see you again, Mom amd Dad.

(Meanwhile)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)

Veronica: Here's a glass of orange juice, To soothe your nerves. (She hands it to Sir Griffin)

Sir Griffin: Thank you. (takes a sip) It tastes good.

Veronica: Of course it does. (she puts on the TV) Wow, My favorite reality show is on. (She sits on the couch, beside Sir Griffin) I'm so glad everything in our lives is going well, Our marriage is in bliss. (she relaxes on him) I love you so so much.

Sir Griffin: I love you more, Veronica.

Veronica: What about Stephen?

Sir Griffin: He went on a vacation to Hawaii with his girlfriend, Bethany and his friend, Alex.

Veronica: When is he returning?

Sir Griffin: In about a week time.

Veronica: Ok, Maybe you should call him, To know how he's doing.

Sir Griffin: Yea, I will. (He picks up his phone and calls his son, Stephen)

(In Hawaii)
(At a beach house)

Alex: I had so much fun at the beach today

Bethany: Yea me too, With the sands and the orchids in our hair, coconut drinks in our hands and the hula was amazing as well. My day could never have been better.

Stephen: (smiles) Mine too (he notices a buzz in his pocket and pulls out his phone then checks who's calling him ) Oh, It's my Dad calling.

Alex: Aren't you going to answer it?

Stephen: Nope. (He cuts the call) He was probably gonna say something demeaning. God! I hate my family.

Bethany: Just cheer up Stephen, We're on a vacation. We're supposed to be having fun

Stephen: How do you expect me to have fun when my dad divorced my Mom and got married to another woman?

Bethany: Just try to keep your mind off it for now.

Alex: (puts him arm around Stephen's shoulder) Come on bro, Let's go relax at the hammock.

(Meanwhile)
(The Troll Kingdom)

Simon: We're back!

Silvania: And we collected lots of carrots and beetroots.

Beatrice: Okay, Just put them over there. (points)

Simon: I heard the King has increased our taxes by 25%

Beatrice: Yes. And we have to meet up with the standards.

Simon: King Jerod is a tyrant.

Beatrice: Sssshhh, Keep your voice down, Simon. The walls have ears. If you're overheard bad mouthing the King, you'll get thrown in the dungeon.

Silvania: Mother, Can I ask you something?

Beatrice: Sure, Anything.

Silvania: What lies beyond our valley?

Simon: Dragons and Centaurs. (laughs)

Silvania: Ugh, Shut up. (To Beatrice) Mom?

Beatrice: Other different creatures. Humans, Cats, Dogs...

Silvania: But why can't we interact with them?

Beatrice: Because they see us as hideous creatures, They despise us trolls so much. The humans will capture us and even kill us if they see us which is why we must not let it happen. We live far away from them for our own safety and protection, And that's another reason why our valley is only visible to trolls. It's all to protects us.

Silvania: It's not fair that we have to hide ourselves. We may look ugly on the outside but that doesn't mean we're detrimental.

Beatrice: The humans don't understand that. You see, What people don't understand, they fear and what they fear, They seek to destroy.

Silvania: Right.

Beatrice: There was a troll named Albert who went beyond our valley, He never returned back to the Troll kingdom. Some say he's been captured while some say he got killed. That's the reason why King Jerod put out a law, punishing anyone who went beyond the valley. He did that to protect us all.

Silvania: Ohhh...

Simon: The world outside our valley sounds dangerous.

Beatrice: It is dangerous for trolls like us. You two should promise me you won't ever go beyond the valley.

Simon: I promise. And besides, I have no intention of interacting with those humans.

Beatrice: Good. Silvania?

Silvania: (sighs) I promise.

Beatrice: (smiles) That's my girl. I'm going to make a wonderful dinner with the carrots and beetroots you collected, You all are gonna love it.

(She goes into the kitchen)

Simon: See you later sis.

(As they leave, Silvania looks on in curiosity)

To be Continued

The Fault in our Romance Episode 2
Written by Johnny Patel
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(In Hawaii)
(Stephen and Bethany watch the sunset together)

Bethany: I hate how everywhere looks when the sun sets.

Stephen: How could you possibly hate it? It's beautiful

Bethany: It's bleak.

Stephen: It's funny how you hate almost everything about the world.

Bethany: I don't hate you.

Stephen: I don't hate you too.

(Stephen pulls Bethany into a kiss. He breaks the kiss and stands up)

Bethany: Where're you going?

Stephen: I'll be right back.

(Stephen goes into the beach house)

Stephen: Okay Alex, Give me the ring.

Alex: Where is she?

Stephen: She's still outside.

Alex: Okay (he gives him a ring case) Are you sure this is the perfect time for this?

Stephen: Of course. Bethany and I have been dating for over a year now, We know each other well so what else am I waiting for?

Alex: Okay. Congratulations in advance.

Stephen: Thanks bro.

(Stephen returns to Bethany)

Bethany: You're back.

Stephen: Yeah, I went to take a whizz. (He hands her a coconut drink)

Bethany: Hmm... Could this day get any better?

(Just then, Stephen goes down on his knees)

Stephen: Bethany.... You're one of the best things that's ever made me truly happy, When I look into your eyes, I can only see a reflection of the two of us, And when I met you two years ago, I knew I'd met my match and it was only a matter of time until we arrived at this moment, I knew life would never be complete without you beside me and I can't imagine growing old with anyone else because I want us to spend the rest of our lives together... Bethany, Will you marry me?

Bethany: (squeals excitedly) Yes! Yes, I'll marry you!!!

(Stephen wears the ring on her finger and she hugs him)

Bethany: I love you so much, Stephen.

Stephen: I love you more, Bethany.

(They kiss passionately)

(In Hillwood City)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)
(Sir Griffin and Veronica are sleeping when suddenly, Sir Griffin jerks up)

Veronica: My love, What's wrong?

Sir Griffin: (sighs) It's nothing. I just had a bad dream (he attempts to get up from the bed) I should go get my pills.

Veronica: No don't worry, I'll get it for you.

(She leaves the room and returns a few seconds later with his drugs and a glass of water)

Veronica: Here... (She hands it to him)

Sir Griffin: Thank you. (He takes his drugs)

Veronica: Are you ok now?

Sir Griffin: Yeah. Sorry for disturbing your sleep.

Veronica: It's alright my love, Health is wealth. And your health is my utmost priority. You should get some rest.

(Next Day)

Mr Felix: Thanks for walking my dogs, Lucas. (He pays him)

Lucas: You're welcome. I'll come back tomorrow so be expecting me

Mr Felix: I sure will.

(Lucas returns to the foster home)

Thompson: Where have you been? Let me guess, You went to see the fireworks? It's not even 8:00pm.

Lucas: I didn't go out to see the fireworks, I went out to walk Mr Felix's dogs.

Thompson: Who's Mr Felix?

Lucas: You wouldn't know him.

Thompson: Why do you even help him walk his dogs?

Lucas: So I can earn some money. I wanna start saving up. Soon I'll be in high school, Hillwood City High to be specific.

Bobby: That's if you don't get adopted.

Patrick: Or if your adopted parents aren't outsiders.

Lucas: No one's gonna adopt me cause my parents are gonna come for me soon.

Bobby: What makes you so sure?

Lucas: (he shows them a locket) This locket has been with me since I can remember and it has a picture of my parents in it and it also has a note saying "We'll meet again one day"

Thompson: And how're you sure it's your parents that's in that picture in the locket, It could be some other people. And how're you sure they're the ones who dropped the note in it?

Lucas: I'm sure. And I have hope that one day, They'll come for me.

Bobby: Sounds good. I want my adopted family to live in a giant luxurious house.

Patrick: You mean a mansion?

Bobby: Yeah yeah

Thompson: Lucky for you guys. I'm almost 17, No one would want to adopt me.

Williams: You're always perssimistic, It's never gonna help.

Thompson: Well maybe I'm the only one living in the real world with no fantasties or happily ever afters. Face it guys, No one's gonna adopt us or come for us.

(He backs them and covers himself with a blanket)

Lucas: (To Bobby, Patrick & Williams) Don't listen to him. There's always light at the end of the tunnel.

(The Hidden Valley)
(The Troll Kingdom)

Donald: What're we eating this afternoon?

Beatrice: Broccoli.

Silvania: Vegetables again? Why can't we have something meaty?

Beatrice: Vegetables are good and healthy and you're all gonna have some.

Silvania: (groans) Uhhh...

(Just then, A castle guard enters their house)

Donald: Good day, What brings you to my home?

Castle guard: The King wants to see your daughter, Silvania at the castle right away.

Silvania: Huh?

Donald: Why? What's the matter?

Castle guard: She'll know when she gets there.

Donald: Well then... (to Silvania) I'll go with you.

(Silvania and her father leave the house along with the castle guard)

(At the castle)
(Silvania and Donald enter the castle)

Silvania: (thinks) I wonder why I was called to the castle? But I've never been in the castle before, It's so luxurious and gigantic.

Donald: Yeah

(Prince Erik approaches them)

Prince Erik: Good day.

Donald: (bows) Good day my prince.

Silvania: Hi

Prince Erik: (stares at her for a moment) You're really pretty...

Silvania: Thanks, I'm Silvania.

Prince Erik: Charming name. What brings you to the castle?

Silvania: Actually we came here to see the King.

Prince Erik: Okay. This way.....

(Prince Erik takes them to the throne room, They enter and see some girl trolls lined up)

Silvania & Donald: (bows) Good afternoon my King...

King Jerod: (he ignores their greetings and looks at Silvania) Stand there...

(Silvania stands where the other girl trolls are)

King Jerod: (he addresses them) My daughter, Marianna is in need of a handmaid and I'm hoping one of you could be of help (To Marianna) Choose your pick.

Princess Marianna: (she scans through all the trolls then points at Silvania) This one.

King Jerod: Very well. (To Silvania) As from tomorrow, My daughter will be needing your services regularly.

Silvania: (feigns happiness) If that is your wish my king... (bows)

King Jerod: It is. (To all them) You may now go.

(They all leave the castle)

(Later on)
(Silvania and her father return home)

Donald: We're back!

Beatrice: Wow. So soon?

Donald: Yeah.

Beatrice: So what did the King want?

Silvania: It's not the King. It's the princess, She was in need of a handmaid and she picked me, So now, I'll have to be at the castle frequently, serving her.

Simon: It's not a really bad thing. I mean, You get to stay at the castle all day, eating different kinds of delicious foods.....

Silvania: Asides that, Princess Marianna is very cruel, She has no tolerance for anyone who disappoints her. I was really annoyed when she picked me. Who knows the torture and hurdles that awaits me.

Simon: Just don't get on her bad side.

Beatrice: (pats her) Don't worry my dear. You'll be fine.

Silvania: (worriedly) I hope...
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To be Continued

The Fault in our Romance episode 3
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Next Morning)
(Hillwood City)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)

Veronica: Good morning my love

Sir Griffin: Morning. Did you sleep well?

Veronica: I did, How're you feeling?

Sir Griffin: I'm okay my dear... Thanks to you

Veronica: Awwwnnn...

(Sir Griffin and Veronica kiss until someone calls his phone)

Veronica: You should get that.

Sir Griffin: Okay. (He checks his phone and sees it's Stephen calling, He picks it) Hello....

(In Hawaii)

Stephen: Hello Dad. I just called to let you know that I'll be retuning home tomorrow. I've already booked my flight.

Sir Griffin: (over the phone) Okay son. We'll be expecting you.

Stephen: We?

Sir Griffin: Yeah, I and your step mom.

Stephen: (annoyed) Bye Dad. (He hangs up)

Bethany: An estranged relationship with your father?

Stephen: (sighs) Yeah.

Bethany: When are you gonna work things out with him?

Stephen: I don't wanna talk about it.

Bethany: We're going to get married soon, Stephen. You shouldn't be keeping things like this, a secret from me. (she pecks him on the cheek)

Stephen: I know, I know. Look, Let's just pack our things and get ready for our flight back to Hillwood.

Bethany: Okay.

(The hidden valley)
(The Troll Kingdom)

Silvania: Good morning Mom, Good morning Dad.

Donald: Morning honey.

Beatrice: Silvania, Where're you going to this early?

Silvania: To the castle. The King said his daughter will be needing my services very often.

Beatrice: Okay but aren't you going to have breakfast first before leaving.

Silvania: It's alright, I'll eat at the castle. See you all later. (She leaves the house)

Donald: I have a feeling she's not gonna be around frequently from now on.

Beatrice: Well, It's as she said. She'll be too busy working at the castle.

(Meanwhile)
(At the castle)

Silvania: (bows) Good morning my King...

King Jerod: Morning.

Silvania: You said the princess will be needing my services...

King Jerod: I did. (To a guard) Take her to my daughter's chambers.

(The guard takes Silvania to Princess Marianna's room and she sees her checking herself in the mirror )

Silvania: Good morning my princess...

Princess Marianna: (she checks who it is from the mirror) Oh it's you.

Silvania: (bows) How may I serve you my princess?

Princess Marianna: Enough with the groveling. (She turns to face Silvania) I know you don't like me, I know most people in this kingdom don't like me but i don't care. According to my Dad, It's better to be feared than to be loved. Anyways, I want you to take that polish and furbish my skin.... The polish is over there (points)

(Silvania does as instructed)

Princess Marianna: Can't you go any faster?

Silvania: I'm sorry my princess, But I don't want to make a mistake or apply too much polish.

Princess Marianna: Whatever. Just hurry up. I want my skin to be the shiniest in the kingdom, It has to befit my royal status.

Silvania: Okay.

(Princess Marianna strikes Silvania across the face)

Princess Marianna: Okay? What else are you supposed to say?

Silvania: (she rubs her cheeks) Okay.... My princess

Princess Marianna: Good. (eyes Silvania) Worthless troll. You should be happy i picked you as my maid, Do you know how many people would die for this opportunity?

Silvania: Forgive me my princess.

Princess Marianna: (hisses at her) When you're done, I'll need you to go fetch me some blue berries which grows at the center of our kingdom, When you get back, You'll clean my all mirrors... I need them to be sparkling clean. Next you'll look for some ornaments for me to decorate my room. Oh yeah, You'll also clean my dresses and shoes....

Silvania: Sorry my princess but umm... How many things am I going to be doing for you today?

Princess Marianna: A lot of things! As I was saying, You'll clean my dresses and shoes then you'll go to the kitchen to fetch my lunch and don't even think about poisoning me....

Silvania: (she stares at Princess Marianna in disgust as she keeps on talking)

(Hawaii)
(At the beach house)

Alex: I'm really gonna miss this place. This was the best vacation I've ever had.

Stephen: Too bad it had be over. There's a reason why we have to get back to Hillwood City. There's another company who wants to make a deal with my Dad's company and we're short of models, We'll need to campaign for more models

Alex: Bethany's a model.

Stephen: We'll need more, To promote the business, sales and all.

Alex: You told the right person. I can get more models.

Stephen: Ok cool...

(The Troll Kingdom)
(At the castle)
(Princess Marianna's best friend, Suzanne visits her)

Princess Marianna: Finally you're here. I thought you wouldn't come.

Suzanne: Sorry. I was kinda busy at home, Papa needed me to run some errands.

Princess Marianna: Alright. Fine.

Suzanne: (gazes at her) Wow, Your skin looks so flawless.

Princess Marianna: Thank you. I was born this way.

Suzanne: I can tell.

Princess Marianna: Yeah. I wanna tell you something, Do you know that other creatures exists beyond our valley.

Suzanne: Really?

Princess Marianna: Yes. My father told me. He called them "Humans"

(Silvania eavesdrop on their conversation)

Suzanne: Humans?

Princess Marianna: Yes. Humans.

Suzanne: I wonder what they look like.

Princess Marianna: Me too.

Suzanne: Well, It wouldn't hurt to explore beyond the valley.

Princess Marianna: I wish we could but my father forbids it and anyone found guilty of trespassing would be punished severely, Me inclusive.

Suzanne: (she looks to where Silvania is) What is she doing?

Princess Marianna: Oh, I asked her to clean my dresses and shoes. (To Silvania) Hey you! Scummy maid!

Silvania: (she turns to look at them) Yes my princess?

Princess Marianna: Don't act oblivious. I know you've been eavesdropping.

Silvania: No I wasn't.

Princess Marianna: Just hurry up with what I asked you to do.

Suzanne: Where did you even find this girl?

Princess Marianna: She's the one I picked as my handmaid. There we're many other options but the role kinda befits her. Don't you think?

(Princess Marianna and Suzanne laugh mockingly at Silvania)

Silvania: (To Princess Marianna) I'm done cleaning your dresses and shoes.

Princess Marianna: Good, Keep them over there. (points)

Silvania: (she does as instructed) Anything else?

Princess Marianna: No. You're done for today, You may go now

Silvania: (bows) Yes my princess

(Later on)
(Silvania returns home)

Simon: Welcome back sis.

Beatrice: Welcome back honey. How was working at the castle like?

Silvania: Stressful.

Beatrice: Awwnn, What happened?

Silvania: A lot! I don't wanna go back to that castle anymore.

Beatrice: Why? Is the princess giving you a hard time..

Silvania: Yes, She's everything I imagined her to be. Annoying, rude, uncouth, snobbish and she thinks she's better than everyone else just because she's a princess (sighs) She's despicable.

Beatrice: Don't worry my dear, You'll be fine. I'll go make you your favorite meal okay?

Silvania: Okay.

(She leaves)

Simon: Anything interesting happen at the castle?

Silvania: None that I can remember. (She looks around to see if her Mom or Dad are in sight) There's something I want to tell you, The princess and her friend were discussing about the humans. She also wants to go beyond the valley.

Simon: So?

Silvania: Aren't you curious to see what lies outside our kingdom?

Simon: Look, Mom told us that it's not safe out there any troll who leaves the valley is doomed, it'll be wrong for us to go against her instructions and stupid for anyone who attempts to leave the valley. (He stands up from the chair) I'll be right back...

(Silvania watches him as he leaves)

Silvania: (adamantly) I have to know what lies beyond our valley....

To be Continued

The Fault in our Romance
(He's a human, She's a troll)
Episode 4
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Hillwood City)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)

Sir Griffin: (he sniffs the air) Mmmm.... What's that smell?

Veronica: I made some delicacies in honor of Stephen's return. I made Mac and cheese, chicken soup noodles, gravy, corn dogs and few other meals.

Sir Griffin: Wow. You made them all?

Veronica: Yeah. (sighs) I just want Stephen to accept me.

Sir Griffin: Don't worry, He's going to accept you.

(He pulls her into a hug)

Veronica: Hold on. I need to go check if the waffles are done.

Sir Griffin: (amazed) You're making waffles too?

Veronica: Yup. (She goes into the kitchen)

Sir Griffin: (smiles) I don't even regret divorcing Stephen's mother to marry her.... I made the right choice.

(The Troll Kingdom)
(At Donald's house)

Simon: Good morning Mom.

Beatrice: Good morning honey. Did you sleep well?

Simon: Yeah I did

Beatrice: Your father's still sleeping?

Simon: Yes Mother..... (He looks around) Where's Silvania?

Beatrice: She's at the royal castle.

Simon: Oh yeah. I forgot

Beatrice: You know, I wanted to suggest to her that if she doesn't want to work for the princess, She should just tell the King.

Simon: And risk the King throwing all of us in the dungeon for opposing him? I don't think so.

Beatrice: (sighs) Her well-being is my utmost priority. Anyways, I'll need you to collect some apples, I want to prepare apple sauce for lunch.

Simon: Okay Mom.

(At the castle)
(Princess Marianna speaks to her father while Silvania combs her hair)

Princess Marianna: Daddy, Why do you forbid all trolls from going beyond our valley?

King Jerod: Because they'll endanger themselves. The humans are dangerous and will capture us if they see us

Princess Marianna: Oh...

King Jerod: Yes my daughter.

(Just then, Two guards bring in two trolls)

Guard 1: My King, We caught these two attempting to leave the valley.

King Jerod: (to the trolls) Why did you try to leave the valley? You know the law!

Troll 1: Yes my king, I aware of the law... But I only left the valley because I was trying to get my brother to return back. He's always wanted to see what beyond the valley looks like but I usually warned him against it.

King Jerod: Do you know the punishment for your crimes?

Troll 1: Please forgive us my King, We won't do it again....

King Jerod: It's too late for you...

(King Jerod points his scepter at the two trolls and a powerful blast emerges from it towards the trolls, killing them. Silvania and Princess Marianna watches in horror)

King Jerod: (to the guards) Take their bodies away.

Guard: (bows) Yes my King.

Princess Marianna: (to King Jerod) So you're going to kill anyone who trespasses and breaks the law?

King Jerod: Precisely.

(Later day)
(In Princess Marianna's room)

Princess Marianna: My Dad really scared me today. He killed those two brothers right before my very eyes.

Suzanne: The King must be extremely serious about the law. We can't ever go beyond the valley for the sake of our lives.

Princess Marianna: I know. I can't even step out of the castle without guards following me everywhere I go let alone leave the valley.

Suzanne: I'm hungry.

Princess Marianna: Okay, I'll have my handmaid get something for us. (To Silvania) Hey! Scummy maid!

Silvania: (bows) My princess?

Princess Marianna: Go get us some blueberries from the kitchen.

(Silvania leaves her room and returns a few seconds subsequently)

Silvania: There's none in the kitchen.

Princess Marianna: Did you check the stocks?

Silvania: Yes my princess.

Princess Marianna: Maybe we're all out. You know what, Take that sack and go and collect some from the center of the kingdom.

Silvania: (she takes the sack) Yes my princess. (She bows as she leaves)

(At the Center of The Troll Kingdom)

Silvania: (she finishes collecting the blueberries) This should be enough.

(Just then, She sees a large door from a distance)

Silvania: That must be the door that seperates our valley from the outside world... (She carries the sack and heads to the gigantic door) There's no guard around, That's weird.

(Silvania looks around to see if anyone's there. Then she opens the door, leaving the Troll Kingdom )

Silvania: Whoa, The world out here is so so different. (looks around) And I don't see any humans....Mother was wrong after all.

(She ventures further away from the Troll Kingdom)

(Meanwhile)
(Stephen, Alex and Bethany return to Hillwood City and are on their way to their house)

Stephen: Finally! We're back in Hillwood City!

Alex: Yea. That was a LONG flight.

Bethany: This is so exciting. I can't wait to resume my modeling career, The company's going to earn so much money especially now that I'm Stephen's fianceé (giggles)

Alex: (To Stephen) How many companies does your Dad own?

Stephen: Two. The first one is the modeling company which we all work at and the second one is a business company.

Bethany: Yeah, I'm the top model at the modeling company, Thanks to Stephen.

Stephen: You're welcome babe.

Bethany: I love you.

Stephen: I love....

(Before he completes his sentence, Bethany pulls Stephen into a kiss)

Alex: Can't you guys just hold on till later. (To Stephen) Don't forget you're driving.

Stephen: (he breaks the kiss) Oh yeah...

Bethany: (To Alex) Don't be a glitch.

Alex: Hey I'm just worried about our safety...

(Just then, Stephen lets go of the steering wheel and clutches onto his head in pain)

Stephen: (groans) Argh! My head!

Bethany: (worriedly) Stephen, What's wrong?

(A truck approaches their car with full speed)

Bethany: (shouts) STEPHEN! LOOK OUT!

Stephen: NO!!!!

(In order to avoid colliding with the truck, Stephen turns the steering wheel the opposite way but his car goes out of the road and falls into the river below with him, Bethany and Alex inside it)

TO BE CONTINUED

The Fault in our Romance
(He's a human, She's a troll)
Episode 5
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Silvania sees the car tumbling into the river and falling inside)

Silvania: What is that?

(Her curiosity drives her to go to the river, She peeps into the river and sees the car sinking into it. She then jumps into water and swims to the car, She manages to get the car door open and sees Alex and Bethany then she carries them out of the car to the surface)

Silvania: They must be the humans Mother always talks about. (She carries them to the riverbank and examines them) Their skin is so smooth and their teeth is different too.... Oh no, There's still one more human in the river.

(She jumps into the water and swims back to the car and when she sets her eyes on Stephen, She falls hopelessly in love with him. She removes his seatbelt then carries him out of the car, taking him to the riverbank)

Silvania: (smiling) Wow, He's so handsome....

(She sees two men approaching the riverbank and hides behind a large boulder)

Man 1: I'm glad we caught enough fish today.

Man 2: Yeah, Most of the fishes have migrated towards our area that's why.

Man 1: (grins happily) We're back in business!

(They see two figures lying lifelessly at the riverbank)

Man 1: Hold on, Who are those people lying over there?

Man 2: I don't know...

(They run to Alex and Bethany)

Man 1: (he shakes Alex and Bethany) They're unconscious. (He checks their pulse) But they're still alive... We have to call the ambulance quickly.

Man 2: Ok. Let's first of all get them away from the riverbank.

Man 1: Okay

Silvania: (she overhears them) Ambulance? That sounds dangerous.

(When the men carry an unconscious Alex and Bethany away from the riverbank, Silvania comes out of her hiding and carries an unconscious Stephen away)

Man 1: (he returns back) Wait a minute, Where did the other one go?

Man 2: (surprised) I don't know, He was here just now....

Man 1: We have to look for him!

(Meanwhile)
(Silvania takes Stephen to a nearby bush close to the Troll Kingdom and examines him thoroughly)

Silvania: He doesn't seem dangerous at all (she glances at the sack and remembers she was sent on an errand) Oh shit, I have to get back to Princess Marianna (To an unconscious Stephen) I'll be back...

(She covers his body with large leaves then returns to the Troll kingdom)

(Hillwood City)
(At the foster home)

Bobby: Hey Lucas. Where're you going?

Lucas: I'm going to Mr Felix's. To walk his dogs.

Bobby: Just be home early today.

Lucas: No worries...

(Lucas leaves the house. Just then, Mr Blackwell enters their room)

Thompson, Patrick, Williams & Bobby: Good morning Mr Blackwell.

Mr Blackwell: Morning!

Thompson: Why're you all jittery?

Mr Blackwell: There's a lady coming here to inspect the foster home so I want you all to be on your best behavior. Is that understood?

Thompson, Patrick, Williams & Bobby: Yes Mr Blackwell.

Mr Blackwell: Where's Lucas?

Thompson: He went out.

Mr Blackwell: Argh! That boy!

(Just then, The doorbell rings )

Mr Blackwell: She's here! Okay, I want you all to behave prim and proper and act like you've been having the best time of your lives here.

Thompson, Patrick, Williams & Bobby: (excitedly) YES MR BLACKWELL!!!!

Mr Blackwell: Take it down a notch. Nobody's gonna believe that.

(He goes to open the door)

Mr Blackwell: Good day Miss.

Miss Elyse: You must be Mr Judas Blackwell. I'm here to inspect the foster home that's been put under your care.

Mr Blackwell: Go ahead. I assure you, The kids here have been enjoying their lives here.

Miss Elyse: I'll see for myself.

(Later on)

Mr Blackwell: So....?

Mrs Elyse: Apparently, You've been taking really good care of the kids. (smiles) I'll make sure to give your foster home a good review.

Mr Blackwell: Thank you very much

Miss Elyse: You're welcome.

(She leaves the house)

(Later that evening)
(Lucas returns to the foster home)
(He attempts to sneak back into his room when Mr Blackwell appears behind him)

Mr Blackwell: Lucas.

Lucas: (frightened) Ah! (He turns around to see him) Mr Blackwell?

Mr Blackwell: Where were you since? Do you know an inspector came here for a survey? What if she had given me a bad review because of your disappearance?

Lucas: I'm sorry Mr Blackwell. I went out to walk Mr Felix's dogs so I can get paid and start saving up some money.

Mr Blackwell: I'm gonna pardon you this time but next time, I won't be so lenient. I mean, You can't just be sneaking out of the foster home like that. What if something bad happens to you or you get kidnapped?

Lucas: I'm really sorry sir.

Mr Blackwell: It's alright. Go to your room.

(Lucas enters the room)

Bobby: Welcome back. Hope Mr Blackwell didn't see you?

Lucas: He did.

Thompson: I told you you're gonna get in trouble with Mr Blackwell one day and today's that day.

Lucas: I didn't get in trouble. I explained what happened to him and luckily he understood.

Thompson: Well, Next time.... You might not be so lucky!

Bobby: Ignore him. Are you going out to see the fireworks today? I was planning on coming with you.

Lucas: I don't think I can. I'm really exhausted, Maybe tomorrow

Bobby: Alright then.

(Meanwhile)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)

Veronica: Honey! I just got a call from Hillwood Central Hospital, Bethany and Alex just got admitted there. They were on their way back when their car crashed into a river. The locals said they found Bethany and Alex's body

Sir Griffin: Oh no... What about Stephen?

Veronica: That's the problem. His body was nowhere to be found.

Sir Griffin: (worried) No, This can't be... We have to head to the police station right away!

Veronica: Okay, I'll go get the car keys.

(Meanwhile)
(The Troll Kingdom)
(Silvania returns to the castle)

Prince Erik: Silvania, Where're you coming from?

Silvania: Your sister sent me on an errand to collect some blueberries.

Prince Erik: And why're you wet?

Silvania: It's a long story. I have to go meet the princess now...

Prince Erik: Hmm, Ok then.

(Silvania rushes back to Princess Marianna's chambers)

Silvania: My princess.... I'm back

Princess Marianna: (enraged) Where have you been?

Silvania: Umm.... I was out collecting the blueberries that you asked me to go get.

Princess Marianna: Liar!

(Princess Marianna furiously slaps her)

Princess Marianna: Do you know how long I've been waiting for you? You left me hungry!

Silvania: (she rubs her cheeks) I'm really sorry my princess...

Princess Marianna: You won't get away with this. I promise you.

(A guard enters her room)

Guard: My princess....

Princess Marianna: (furiously) What is it? Can't you see I'm in the middle of something here?!!!

Guard: The King ordered me to send for you. He wants to see everyone in the throne room.

Princess Marianna: Fine. (To Silvania) You're coming with me!

Silvania: (nods her head) Yes my princess.

(In the throne room)

King Jerod: (he addresses everyone) I want you all listen... My guards just reported that there's a troll who snuck out of our Kingdom to the outside world.... Whoever that troll is should better watch out because if that troll is caught, I'll have him/her put to death! I can't afford to have any troll endanger the rest of us!!!

(Silvania stares at King Jerod in fear)

To be Continued

The Fault in our Romance
(He's a human, She's a mermaid)
Episode 6
Written by Johnny Patel
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(At the castle)
(In Princess Marianna's room)
(Silvania polishes Princess Marianna's tail)

Silvania: How is it my princess?

Princess Marianna: It's good, Keep going. (She stares at Silvania for a moment) I heard some merfolks discussing about the mermaid that went up to the surface. They said she had black hair, silver eyes, a golden-orange tail.... That kinda describes you, Don't you think?

Silvania: I don't know.

Princess Marianna: Maybe you're the mermaid who went up to the surface. (She stares at Silvania with narrowed eyes)

Silvania: (nervously) Princess Marianna, It's can't be me. I wouldn't dare disobey the King's orders.

Princess Marianna: (suspiciously) Hmmm, Okay fine... (She collects the polish from her) You're finished for today, You may go now.

Silvania: Okay. (bows) Thank you my princess.

(She leaves the room)

Princess Marianna: I'm suspecting that girl.

Suzanne: We're gonna follow her, Aren't we?

Princess Marianna: (smirks) Oh yeah, Big time.

(Princess Marianna and Suzanne sneaks out of the castle and follows Silvania)

(Meanwhile)
(Silvania swims to the borders of the Mer kingdom, She looks around to see if anyone's watching)

Silvania: (sighs) I have to see that human again. No matter what it takes.

(Silvania swims out of the Mer Kingdom. Unknown to her, Princess Marianna and Suzanne, Who's been following her, come out of their hiding)

Suzanne: I wonder where she's going.

Princess Marianna: That's what we are going to find out. Come on!

(Princess Marianna and Suzanne keep on following Silvania and sees her going up to the surface)

Suzanne: (points) There she is!

Princess Marianna: I knew it! She's the mermaid that went up to the surface!

Suzanne: Are you going back now to report her to your father?

Princess Marianna: I definitely will. But first, I wanna find out why she's been sneaking up to the surface.

(At the cave)
(Silvania goes to where she hid Stephen)

Silvania: I'm back... (She stares at him) I wonder what's happening to him, He looks so sick and pale. (She checks his body and sees injuries all over him) Oh no, He's been injured badly. No wonder he's been unconscious. (She checks if he's breathing) Oh good, He's still alive. (She looks around) Mother told me about some herbs that can help to cure injuries.... I have to look for some (to Stephen) I'll be back.

(Silvania jumps back into the water and swims out of the cave to look for some herbs)

(Few minutes later)
(Princess Marianna and Suzanne arrive at the surface and looks around)

Princess Marianna: The world up here looks so distinct from our world. But anyways, There's not much to see here, My father's kingdom is much more beautiful than this place.

Suzanne: That's true. But I wonder where Silvania is.

Princess Marianna: We'll find her, Come on...

(Princess Marianna and Suzanne search around for Silvania and goes to the cave where she hid Stephen)

Princess Marianna: So far we've traced her to this place.

Suzanne: What's that thing covered with seaweeds?

Princess Marianna: I don't know....

(Princess Marianna goes closer and removes the seaweeds that Silvania used to cover Stephen and sees him)

Princess Marianna: (amazed) Oh my goodness....

Suzanne: He must be a human.

Princess Marianna: Yes. And he's so handsome, He must be the reason why Silvania sneaks up to the surface.

Suzanne: Marianna, We've already confirmed that Silvania's the mermaid that's been coming up to the surface. Let's go back.

Princess Marianna: Suzanne, Aren't you seeing how beautiful he is?

Suzanne: (worriedly) Yes i can see that. But we're way beyond the Mer kingdom. We have to get back before the King notices anything or we might get in trouble. The King will pardon you but he definitely won't pardon me.... I don't wanna get killed!

Princess Marianna: Alright, Fine... (To Stephen) Goodbye human.

(Princess Marianna and Suzanne enter into the water go back to the Mer kingdom)

(Hillwood City)
(At the police station)

Police 1: Good evening sir, How may we help you?

Sir Griffin: I'm here to file a report. It's about my son, He got involved in an accident along with his friends, Some men found his friend's bodies but did not find his. (He shows them a picture of Stephen) Here's a picture him, His name is Stephen.

Police officer 1: (he writes its down) It's alright sir, I'll alert the other officers. We'll go look for him

Veronica: (To Sir Griffin) Don't worry, Everything will be okay.

Sir Griffin: (worriedly) I really hope so.

(Meanwhile)
(Silvania returns back to Stephen with the herbs)

Silvania: Wow, These herbs are REALLY hard to find... (To Stephen) But don't worry human, You're gonna get better very soon.

(She places the herbs on his injuries)

Silvania: This should help....

(Just then, Someone taps her from behind and she turns around in fright)

Silvania: (frightened) Ah! (She breathes a sigh of relief when she sees it's her brother, Simon) What the.... How'd you know I'd be here?

Simon: I'm your brother. And I figured you're the mermaid that went up to the surface because you're always talking about knowing what lies above the waters. Look, We need to get back to the Mer Kingdom right away.

Silvania: Hold on, What about him? (She points at Stephen)

Simon: Is that a human?

Silvania: Yeah. I saved him from drowning yesterday. Can't you see how gorgeous he is? (blushes) I think I'm in love.

Simon: Don't be silly. You can't possibly fall in love with him. He's a human and you're a mermaid.... You're from two different worlds.

Silvania: (disappointedly) I know...

Simon: Silvania, You can't keep him here forever. You have to get him back to where he belongs.

Silvania: (sighs) Okay.

Simon: Just get him back, I'll be waiting for you over here.

Silvania: Alright.

(Later)
(Silvania carries an unconscious Stephen and takes him back to the seashore)

Silvania: It'll be easier for the other humans to find him here.

(Just then, Stephen weakly opens his eyes)

Silvania: The herbs, They worked! (she waves at him) Hi. My name is Silvania.

Stephen: (weakly) Uhhh.... (Stephen catches a glimpse of Silvania and is mesmerized by her grace and beauty, But he's unaware that she's a mermaid) Are you an angel?

Silvania: (chuckles) I don't know....(she smiles at him, revealing her sparkling white teeth) What is your name?

Stephen: (faintly) Stephen.

Silvania: (she sings to him)� My heart is pierced by Cupid. I disdain all glittering gold... There is nothing can console me, But my jolly sailor bold �

Stephen: You have a beautiful voice.

Silvania: (blushes) Thank you.

Stephen: (he closes his eyes) Uhhh....

(Stephen goes unconscious once again)

Silvania: (taps him) Stephen? Stephen?

(Silvania sees some men coming)

Silvania: This is where we say goodbye, Goodbye Stephen.

(She kisses Stephen on the lips before she goes back into the sea)

Man 1: (points) Wait... Isn't that the man that disappeared yesterday?

Man 2: Yes! Looks like he's the one, We have to get him to the hospital...

(Silvania watches from afar as the men carry Stephen away from the riverbank)

To be Continued.

The Fault in our Romance Episode 7
(He's human, She's a mermaid)
Written by Johnny Patel
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(At Sir Griffin's mansion)

Veronica: Darling, There's good news! I just got a call that Stephen's body has been found and he has been taken to the hospital.

Sir Griffin: (sighs) Thank goodness... We have to rush to the hospital right away.

Veronica: Okay

(Meanwhile)
(Underwater - The Mer Kingdom)
(Princess Marianna and Suzanne return to back to the castle)

King Jerod: Marianna, Where have you been? I've been looking all over the castle for you.

Princess Marianna: (nervously) Umm.... Suzanne and I just went out for a swim.

Suzanne: (she nods her head in affirmation)

King Jerod: Without the guards?

Princess Marianna: I didn't need them. Besides, I didn't go far.

King Jerod: Okay then. But next time, Take some guards with you before leaving the castle. Is that okay?

Princess Marianna: Yes Daddy.

(In Princess Marianna's chambers)

Suzanne: Phew. That was close.... Why didn't you report Silvania to your father?

Princess Marianna: I wanted to. But I figured out that if I reported her, I could expose the fact that I went up to the surface as well. And that would mean I would be severely punished as well, I don't want that.

Suzanne: Oh yeah.

Princess Marianna: You know I've been thinking about that human ever since. I've never set my eyes on anyone as handsome as he is.

Suzanne: Yeah, He's really dreamy.

Princess Marianna: He's definitely the reason Silvania snuck out of our kingdom to the surface. Ugh, I really want that scummy maid to be killed. She irks me so much.

Suzanne: We'll have to find another way to nail her then.

Princess Marianna: (smirks) Absolutely.

(Later)
(At Donald's house)

Beatrice: Kids! You're just in time for dinner..

Simon: (chuckles) We're not kids anymore, Mom. Silvania and I are adults

Beatrice: Well, You're still my kids.

Donald: (To Simon) Where'd you go?

Simon: Uhhh, I just went out to for a swim.

Beatrice: Okay then. Settle down for dinner (smiles) And tonight, We're having something different.... We're having shrimps.

Simon: (he takes a shrimp and eats it) Mmmm, It actually tastes yummy.

Beatrice: Yup.

Simon: You're the best mother in the whole ocean, Mom.

Donald: (he holds her by the waist) And the best wife in the whole ocean.

Beatrice: (smiles) Thank you. (She notices Silvania's mood) Sweetie, Are you okay? You haven't touched your food.

Silvania: It's nothing... I'm fine

Beatrice: How'd it go today?

Silvania: It went well. Fortunately, That bratty princess didn't pester me today.

Beatrice: Alright then, Eat. (She pushes the food towards her)

(Hillwood City)
(At the foster home)

Williams: Dinner's ready, Lucas. It's mashed potatoes. Let's go downstairs to eat.

Lucas: Nahh, I'll when I come back. I'm going out today again.

Williams: To see the fireworks?

Lucas: Yep.

Williams: I wanna come with you, I've always wanted to see how it looked like.

Lucas: Sure you can. But we'll go with Bobby and we'll have to inform Mr Blackwell before leaving.

Williams: Definitely.

(Later on)
(Lucas, Bobby and Williams go to see the fireworks)

Bobby & Williams: (amazed) Whoa...

Williams: Now I understand why you usually sneak out, This is a wonderful sight to behold.

Lucas: It sure is. It cheers me up everytime.

(Meanwhile)
(At Hillwood Central Hospital)
(Sir Griffin and Veronica rushes into the hospital)

Sir Griffin: (jittery) Dr Mike...

Dr Mike: Good evening Sir Griffin...

Sir Griffin: Please save the pleasantries, I'm here for my son.

Dr Mike: Oh yes, He was brought here yesterday.

Sir Griffin: How is he?

Dr Mike: He's doing okay. When he was brought here, He sustained just a few injuries but it looked like some of them had been treated by someone else... But he'll have to recover fully before he's discharged.

Sir Griffin: Can we see him?

Dr Mike: Yes, you can.

(Sir Griffin and Veronica enter Stephen's ward)

Sir Griffin: (sighs) Stephen... (He goes to sit on Stephen's bed and hugs him) I'm so gratified that you're okay. I don't know what I'd do if you had died

Stephen: (uninterested) I'm fine, Dad. (He breaks the hug)

Veronica: I hope you're getting better now Stephen?

(Stephen ignores her)

Sir Griffin: (To Stephen) The doctor said you'll have to stay here for a little while. But don't worry, Your stepmom is gonna go home and bring something sumptuous for you to eat. Alright?

Stephen: Ok Dad.....Could you please excuse me, I need some rest.

Sir Griffin: It's fine.

(He and Veronica leaves Stephen's ward)

Veronica: (sighs) He hates me.

Sir Griffin: Don't talk that way. You know he's just recovering from an accident... Give him time

(In the Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)
(Prince Erik goes to his sister's chambers)

Princess Marianna: Erik! What're you doing in my room?

Prince Erik: Calm down sis. I want to talk with you.

Princess Marianna: About what?

Prince Erik: It's about your handmaid, Silvania. I really admire her. She's pretty, hardworking, hearsome....

Princess Marianna: (disgusted) Don't be gross.

Prince Erik: Well, I just wanted to know if....

Princess Marianna: (she interrupts him) To know if she ever talked about you or likes you? Don't even go there! Daddy would never approve of you dating a scummy maid.

Prince Erik: You're right...

Princess Marianna: Of course I'm right. So whatever you're thinking, You'd better abandon that gross thought. Umm... Could you please excuse me, I wanna get some sleep.

Prince Erik: Okay. Goodnight.

(Princess Marianna stares at Prince Erik in disgust as he leaves her room)

Princess Marianna: (enraged) Ewww, I can't believe my brother is falling for that silly worthless maid. I have to find a way to nail Silvania and get her killed before she gets anyone else under her spell!

To be Continued

The Fault in our Romance Episode 8
(He's human, She's a mermaid)
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Next Day)
(At Hillwood Central Hospital)

Dr Mike: Good morning ma'am.

Veronica: Good morning Dr Mike, I'm here to Stephen.

Dr Mike: Okay, That's not a problem. You can go in.

Veronica: Thank you.

(In Stephen's ward)

Veronica: Good morning Stephen.

(Stephen ignores her)

Veronica: Umm... I brought you breakfast. (She brings out a food flask from the bag she's holding) It's chicken soup noodles, I hope you enjoy it.

Stephen: (fed up) Look Veronica, No matter what you do, I'll never forgive you for coming in between my parents and making my dad divorce my mom, So if you're trying to get me to like you.... That's never gonna happen!

Veronica: (sighs) That's fine.

(She drops the food on the table beside his bed and then leaves his ward)

(In the ocean - The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)
(Silvania enters the castle and heads to the princess' room when she sees Prince Erik)

Silvania: (smiles) Prince Erik, Hi.

Prince Erik: Hey Silvania. You're here early.

Silvania: Yeah, I want to avoid the princess' wrath

Prince Erik: There's something I like about you, Silvania... You're self assured, resolute. I really admire that about you. (Silvania stares at him without saying anything) Anyways. Umm... I got you a gift.

Silvania: Hmm, What is it?

Prince Erik: (smiles) It's a surprise. You know what, Just come to my room before you leave the castle.

Silvania: Sure. No problem

(In Princess Marianna's chambers)

Silvania: Good morning my princess.

Princess Marianna: (she ignores her greetings) You're late.

Silvania: Ummm, I'm sorry my princess. I didn't realize there was a standard time for me to be at the castle.

Princess Marianna: There is. Anyways, I need you to clean my room thoroughly. I don't want any grime of sea dust to be in here.

Silvania: No problem my princess. I'll clean it perfectly.

(Silvania starts cleaning the room while Princess Marianna stares at her with utmost disdain)

Princess Marianna: Where were you yesterday?

Silvania: How do you mean?

Princess Marianna: I mean, After I told you to go home... Where did you go?

Silvania: I went home.

Princess Marianna: Oh really, Cause I came to your house few hours after you left but I didn't see you. Why is that?

(Silvania realizes what Princess Marianna is trying to do but she smartly covers up)

Silvania: Oh, My mom sent me out to collect some seaweeds. That's was why I wasn't home.

Princess Marianna: (angered) Ok then. (thinks) Argh! There's no way i can get this girl to admit that she's the one who's been sneaking up to the surface without me exposing myself.

Silvania: (thinks) Oh no, It seems Princess Marianna knows that I'm the mermaid who went up to the surface.... I just hope she doesn't tell the King

(Later that day)
(Silvania is about to leave the castle)

Silvania: Oh yeah, Prince Erik told me to come to his room before leaving... I totally forgot.

(Silvania goes to Prince Erik's room and sees him eating)

Silvania: Good evening my prince, I hope I'm not interrupting your supper...

Prince Erik: No, It's fine.

Silvania: Earlier today, You told me to come and see you

Prince Erik: Yeah, I want to give you something. (He hands her the gift)

Silvania: (she unwraps it and sees a necklace made of shiny pearls) Wow....

Prince Erik: I made it for you.

Silvania: Thanks. (she puts on the necklace and checks herself in the mirror) Its so beautiful.

Prince Erik: (admiring her) It really brings your eyes.

Silvania: Yeah it does. Thank you so much my prince.

Prince Erik: Just call me "Erik" (smiles)

Silvania: Okay, Erik. So, I'll be talking my leave now. We'll see tomorrow, Thanks once again for the present.

Prince Erik: You're welcome.

Silvania: Bye

Prince Erik: (smiling) Bye.

(She leaves his room)

(Meanwhile)
(Hillwood Central Hospital)
(Bethany and Alex visits Stephen)

Bethany: Stephen! (She rushes to his bed and hugs him)

Stephen: (surprised) Whoa, What're are you guys doing here? I thought you both got hospitalized as well.

Alex: We were. But we got discharged yesterday, The injuries we sustained were very very minor.

Bethany: Yeah, And I'm now much better.

Stephen: It's good to see you guys once again. (He hugs her again)

Bethany: I hope you've had something to eat?

Stephen: Yes. I had the chicken soup noodles my stepmom brought. I have to admit, Even though I hate her, Her food tastes nice.

Alex: (chuckles)

Bethany: I'm glad those men we're able to rescue us from drowning.

Stephen: Yea but they said found us at the seashore, They didn't pull us out from the car.

Alex: (confused) Then who did?

Stephen: There is something you should know.

Bethany: (curiously) What is that?

Stephen: I saw a girl.

Bethany: (perplexed) A girl?

Stephen: Yes. It was a girl, She rescued me and treated my injuries before I was brought to the hospital. She might've been the one who rescued us, She said her name is....

Bethany: (she interrupts him) Don't be ridiculous. You know what? Maybe we should call Dr Mike to check on you. The things you're saying right now are incoherent.

Stephen: Yeah, Maybe you should.

Bethany: Okay then.

(Bethany pecks him on the cheek)

Bethany: Get well soon.

(Meanwhile)
(Silvania sneaks up to the surface once again and goes to the seashore where she kept Stephen )

Silvania: (looks around) I can't find him anywhere... (sadly) I just wish I could see him again.

(Just then, A fisherman spots her)

Fisherman 1: Mermaid!

Fisherman 2: Where?

Fisherman 1: There's a mermaid in the water, Over there! (He points)

(The fishermen grab their nets and rushes into the water to capture Silvania)

Silvania: Oh no....

(Silvania quickly dives back into the water and swims away for her safety)

(Underwater - The Mer Kingdom)
(At Donald's house)

Simon: Silvania what's wrong? You've been acting different ever since we returned back from the surface.

(Silvania glances at him)

Simon: It's because of that human that you rescued isn't it?

Silvania: His name is Stephen. And yes, It's because of him.... I really miss him. I admire that human, Simon... I really want to see him again, I want to know him. I wish you'd understand how I feel.

Simon: (slightly disgusted) So you're falling in love?

Silvania: I think so. I've never felt this way before. (sighs) I just wish I can become human.

(Simon puts on a fallacious look and Silvania notices this)

Silvania: Simon, Is there something you know?

Simon: It's nothing.

Silvania: Simon, Please If there's any way you can help me get to that human... I'd be really grateful.

Simon: (sighs) Fine. A friend of mine once told me about Anika.

Silvania: What's Anika?

Simon: Not "What", Who.

Silvania: Okay... Who's Anika?

Simon: She's a mermaid that specializes in juju. She helps other merfolks to grant their wishes in exchange for a large amount of coins. She could help you become human, That way, You can venture into the human world without the fear of being captured or killed and get to know that human.

Silvania: (excitedly) You really think she can help me?
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Simon: It's worth a try...

To be Continued

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Episode
9 & 10

The Fault in our Romance Episode 9
(He's human, She's a mermaid)
Written by Johnny Patel
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(A few days later)
(At Hillwood Central Hospital)
(Stephen is discharged)

Stephen: Thank you so much for everything, Dr Mike.

Dr Mike: My pleasure. Just make sure you get the drugs I prescribed for you. It'll speed up your recovery.

Stephen: I will

(Later)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)

Veronia: Real housewives of Mexico is one of the top notch reality shows in Hillwood City. (she relaxes on Sir Griffin) It makes me forget my problems.

Sir Griffin: (chuckles) You have problems?

Veronica: Everyone has problems my love. Some people just cover up. (smiles) But I know that with you, Everything will be alright.

(Just then, The security guard, Bosco, enters the living room)

Bosco: Sir, Your son has arrived.

Sir Griffin: Ohh....

(Sir Griffin and Veronica goes downstairs to meet Stephen)

Sir Griffin: Stephen! (He hugs him) Welcome home. I've missed you very much. I see you're in better health now....

Stephen: (uninterested) Yes I am. I was waiting for the driver to come pick me up at the hospital but he didn't show up. It was Alex, who dropped me off.

Sir Griffin: I'm really sorry, son.... Veronica and I sent the driver on an errand with the car and I was too busy to drive to the hospital with the other car

Stephen: Busy? Of course. (To Bosco) Get my things into the house.

Bosco: Yes Sir.

(Stephen angrily enters the house)

Veronica: He's acting this way because of me, Isn't it?

Sir Griffin: Just give him some time, He'll warm up to you.

(Underwater - The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)
(Princess Marianna, Suzanne and Prince Erik are in the throne room. Two mermaid servants feed them berries while Silvania combs Marianna's hair)

Princess Marianna: (closes her eyes in ecstasy) Hmm, This is enjoyment. This is how my life should be, Stress free. (sighs happily) It's so good to be a princess.

Maid 1: (to the other mermaid servant) Wow, Leah... Do you see how shiny Silvania's tail is?

(They all stare at Silvania's shiny golden-orange tail)

Maid 2: Yeah, It's glowing.

Suzanne: (stares at Silvania's tail) I have to admit, It is shiny. Shinier that yours, Marianna.

(Princess Marianna gets infuriated by this statement and stares at Silvania with immense hatred and jealousy)

Silvania: (smiles) Thanks. I just drink a lot of water and eat my vegetables.

Maid 1: It's really paying off.

Prince Erik: You're really special, Silvania.

Silvania: (smiles) Thank you....

Princess Marianna: (infuriated) ENOUGH!

(Everyone is suprised by her sudden outburst)

Princess Marianna: (calmly) Enough of these talks, It's disturbing my peace and quiet. Silvania, You're dismissed for today. You may go home now.

Silvania: (surprised by this) Ohh.... Okay my princess (bows)

Princess Marianna: (visibly angry) Just leave!

(Silvania drops the comb and leaves)

Prince Erik: Why'd you dismiss her early?

Princess Marianna: I have the right to dismiss her anytime I choose, Erik. And if you're in need of a handmaid, You can tell Dad to get you one!

(Later)
(Simon goes to meet Silvania outside the castle)

Simon: Are you done for today?

Silvania: Yeah, Princess Marianna discharged me early. So, Did you get it?

Simon: Yup. (He gives her an address) That's where Anika resides.

Silvania: (she glances through it) In a cave?

Simon: Yeah. Apparently, When the King learnt she was practicing juju, He banished her to the furthest part of the kingdom.

Silvania: Ok then. I'll go and meet her. If Mom or Dad asks, Just tell them I'm at the castle.

Simon: Okay. But I hope you know she's gonna ask for something in return.

Silvania: I do. Thank you once again, Simon. I truly appreciate this.

Simon: You're welcome sis. You need to go now.

Silvania: Right.

(Hillwood City)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)
(Bethany enters the house and sees the driver, Richard)

Richard: Good evening miss Bethany.

Bethany: Evening. Umm, Is Stephen in?

Richard: Yes miss.

Bethany: Ok thanks.

(Bethany goes to Stephen's room)

Bethany: Hi Stephen!

Stephen: Bethany, You didn't tell me you were coming?

Bethany: (giggles) I just wanted to suprise you. Alex told me he dropped you off earlier today, How're you doing now?

Stephen: I'm much better.

Bethany: (she sits on his bed) I came over because I wanted to let you know my Mom and I have picked a church for our wedding, St. John's church. What'd you think?

Stephen: It sounds good. But don't you think it's a little too early?

Bethany: It's better to be early than late. The earlier the better. (she cuddles him) And besides, I can't wait for us to get married and be united as one. I love you so much, Stephen.

Stephen: I love you more.... (He turns to face her and and pulls her into a deep kiss)

(Meanwhile)
(In the ocean - The Mer Kingdom)
(Silvania follows the address and arrives at the cave)

Silvania: (swimming into the cave) Hello? Hello? Anyone here?

(Just then, Anika appears behind her)

Anika: Yes.

Silvania: (she turns around in fright) Ah! (sighs in relief) You startled me.

Anika: (smiles) I do that a lot.

Silvania: You must be Anika.

Anika: I sure am. (excitedly) So what brings a stunningly beautiful mermaid like yourself to my cave... Aren't you satisfied with your beauty? You want to become more beautiful? Tell me what you want and I'll grant you your wish!

Silvania: It's not that. Actually, I came for something much more different. (She breathes in deeply before finally speaking) I want you to make me human.

Anika: (gasps) Woah.... No merfolk has ever asked me to do that before.

Silvania: Then I'll be the first.

Anika: Are you sure this is what you really want?

Silvania: It is.

Anika: Alright then. I hope you'd be willing to pay some coins.

Silvania: Actually...

(Silvania takes out the shiny pearl necklace that Prince Erik gave her)

Silvania: I have this... (She hands it to Anika)

Anika: (she stares at it) Woah, This will be worth a lot of coins.... Anyways, Your wish has been granted. Close your eyes.

Silvania: (confused) Hmm... Okay

(Silvania closes her eyes for a few seconds)

Anika: You can open them.

Silvania: (she opens her eyes) So, What happened? I'm still a mermaid.

Anika: Look... (Anika hands Silvania an amulet) If you want to turn into a human. You must first of all, Leave the Mer Kingdom to the surface of the ocean and then wear that amulet around your neck and you'll transform into a human being. And when you do transform, You will have a different face.

Silvania: (confused) Why can't I still retain my face as a human?

Anika: You cannot look the same as a human and as a mermaid, That amulet is magically supposed to change physically everything about you.

Silvania: Ohh...

Anika: Look, you must make sure you aren't caught. Any mistake could cost you your life so you must do exactly as I have just told you.

Silvania: (stares at the amulet) I will.

The Fault in our Romance Episode 10
(He's a human, She's a mermaid)
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Next Morning)
(Hillwood City)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)

Stephen: (snidely) Good morning Dad.

Sir Griffin: Stephen...

Stephen: Sir?

Sir Griffin: Look, You need to drop this act. Okay? It's really immature. Besides from the look of things, Your Mom and I were not working out that's why we split up. Veronica didn't poison my mind against your mother if that's what you're thinking. Look, We need to put aside our differences so we can work together and be business wise for the companies to be productive. Please.

Stephen: (sighs) Fine.

Sir Griffin: So, We're planning to make Bethany to be the model for our new hair products - Silk Hair.

Stephen: I'll discuss with her. To let her know her take on this.

Sir Griffin: Sure. And Stephen....

Stephen: (he stares at his father)

Sir Griffin: I may not be the most perfect human in the world but I'll do everything I can to be a better father.

(Stephen nods his head)

(In the ocean)
(The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)

Guard 1: Silvania, This is the first time I'm actually looking at you very well... You're stunningly beautiful.

Guard 2: Yeah, And your scales are so shiny. Much more than the princess' scales.

Silvania: (giggles) Oh please, I know what you're doing. You're flattering me.

Guard 1: It's the truth.

Silvania: Hmm, Really.

Guard 1: Yes

Silvania: (laughs) You shouldn't compare me to Princess Marianna, She's a princess and I'm just her handmaid.

Guard 1: No one would know you're a handmaid if they saw you outside....

Silvania: (giggles)

(Princess Marianna and Suzanne stare at Silvania from afar)

Suzanne: Marianna, Why is your servant girl acting like
that? She's acting like the princess of our kingdom.

Princess Marianna: Watch me put her in her place. (shouts) Silvania!

Silvania: I'm coming Princess Marianna! (To the guards) I'll be right back...

(Silvania goes to meet Princess Marianna)

Princess Marianna: What did you call me? Marianna?

Silvania: No my princess. I called you "Princess Marianna"

Suzanne: You're a liar. I clearly heard you say "Marianna"

Silvania: I didn't say that. I swear.

Princess Marianna: Just be quiet! Do you think that because you're now part of my court that you can act anyhow you choose? Keep this in your tiny little brain... You are just a worthless scummy maid and you'll ALWAYS be a worthless scummy maid! (She throws a bottle of polish to Silvania) I'm sure you know exactly what to do.

Silvania: (she catches the bottle) Yes my princess....

(Later)
(In Princess Marianna's room)

Princess Marianna: I want us to talk.

Silvania: Okay. About what?

Princess Marianna: Which merman in the kingdom do you admire?

Silvania: (thinks) Hmm, None of them.

Princess Marianna: Really? Why not?

Silvania: I just don't have the time to be in a relationship with anyone.

Princess Marianna: And what about my brother?

Silvania: Prince Erik and I are just good friends.

Princess Marianna: That's odd. You're not in love with any merman, Maybe you're in love with a human then?

(Silvania realizes that Marianna is trying to put her over the edge)

Silvania: That's ridiculous. (scoffs) How can I fall for a human? (smiles) I'll fall for the right one at the right time my princess

Princess Marianna: (glares at her) I'm hungry. Go and get me something from the stocks.

Silvania: (bows) Yes my princess.

(Silvania goes to the stocks)

Silvania: Hey.

Mermaid 1: Hi Silvania.

Silvania: The princess asked me to get her something to eat.

Mermaid 1: (points) There are lobsters over there. In the clam bowl.

(Silvania goes to takes the lobsters. On her way back to the princess's chambers, She bumps into Prince Erik)

Silvania: Oops. I'm so so sorry my prince, Forgive my clumsiness....

Prince Erik: No, no. It's fine. (looks at her neck) Where's the pearl necklace I gave you?

Silvania: Ohh (she touches her neck) I forgot it at home. I'm sorry...

Prince Erik: It's alright.

(Silvania attempts to leave but Prince Erik draws her back)

Prince Erik: There's something i want to tell you. You see, I really really like you, Silvania and I....

Silvania: I'm sorry my prince but I don't see you that way. My heart already belongs to someone else. I don't want to lead you on, I only see you as a good friend that's all.

Prince Erik: Ohhh...

Silvania: I hope you understand.

(Silvania swims back to the princess' chambers, leaving Prince Erik dejected)

(Later that day)
(At Donald's house)

Beatrice: Welcome home honey.

Silvania: Thanks. Where's Dad?

Simon: He's gone to sleep.

Beatrice: I'm going to sleep as well. Your food's on the table.

Silvania: Alright Mom. Thanks.

(Silvania watches as her Mom goes into her room. A tear drops down her cheek)

Simon: Are you crying?

Silvania: (she cleans the tear) No. My eyes are just watery.

Simon: So, Were you able to meet with Anika?

Silvania: Yes. And she gave me an amulet to wear once I venture out of our kingdom. I plan to leave early tomorrow before anyone notices.

Simon: Are you sure this is what you really want?

Silvania: Yes. My mind is made up. The heart wants what the heart wants, Even what is worst for it.

Simon: Good luck.

(He hugs her passionately)

Simon: I'm really going to miss you, Sis.

Silvania: Me too...

(Back at the castle)
(Princess Marianna goes to Prince Erik's room)

Princess Marianna: Erik, It's time for dinner.

Prince Erik: I'm not hungry.

Princess Marianna: Since when are you not hungry? You have a massive appetite.

Prince Erik: I just don't feel like eating anything tonight.

Princess Marianna: (she folds her arms) And it has nothing to do with the fact that Silvania rejected you? (Prince Erik stares at her uncertainty) Sorry. I couldn't help but overhear your conversation.

Prince Erik: Even though Dad would never have approved of our relationship. I still loved her.

Princess Marianna: Don't worry, I'll make sure she pays dearly for what she's done. (She grins evilly)

Prince Erik: No, Marianna. Just leave her alone. Love can't be forced.

(Early next Morning)
(Silvania goes to her parent's room and sees them asleep)

Silvania: (she touches their tails) Mother, Father. I know you'll be very disappointed when you find out what I did, I know you'll consider me a prodigal daughter.... (sighs) I just hope you'll find a place in your heart to forgive me (she stares at them for a moment before she leaves their room)

(Silvania grabs the amulet and leaves the house then swims to the borders of the Mer Kingdom and she sees it unguarded)

Silvania: Thank goodness no one's here. (she turns around one last time)

(Silvania heaves a sigh before she swims off, leaving the Mer kingdom)
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To be Continued

The Fault in our Romance
(He's a human, She's a mermaid)
Episode 11
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Silvania arrives at the surface of the ocean and drags herself to land)

Silvania: (breathes in deeply) This is a huge choice I'm making...

(She puts on the amulet and transforms into a naked young, slender human lady)

Silvania: Woah... It worked, I'm human! And I feel so different. (she touches her face) Anika said I'll have a different face (she checks her reflection in the water) Hmph! I don't look bad at all, I just look different.

(Silvania sees a large leaf and covers herself with it)

Silvania: (smiles) Now I have to find Stephen...

(Silvania attempts to stand up and walk but collapses back on the ground)

Silvania: (sighs) This is gonna take a while...

(Meanwhile)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)
(Stephen sketches a drawing of Silvania, As he recalled her)

Stephen: (he stares at the sketch) I saw her. I'm very sure of it, She's the one who rescued me. She looked like an angel. (He angrily clutches to his head) And I can't stop thinking about her...

(Bethany enters his room and he quickly hides the sketch)

Bethany: Hey baby. (She pecks Stephen on the cheek) So, You wanted to see me urgently?

Stephen: Yeah, It's about a business proposal. The company in partner with my Dad's company wants you to be the model for their new product - Silk Hair.

Bethany: Okay. Sounds promising.

Stephen: So we'll meet with the company tomorrow so that you can sign a contract with them.

Bethany: That's no problem. (smiling) Don't worry. Silk Hair is soon going to have the face of a goodness on their products.

(In the ocean)
(The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)

Princess Marianna: (furiously) Ugh, I wonder why that scummy maid hasn't come yet! I'm definitely not going to merciful to her today.

Suzanne: You haven't heard?

Princess Marianna: Heard what?

Suzanne: Silvania is now a human being and she's left the ocean.

Princess Marianna: (shocked) What? Are you sure about this?

Suzanne: Affirmative. It's the rumor that's been going around in the ocean.

Princess Marianna: (she widens her eyes in realization) She must've turned human just so she could be with that human that she rescued. (she looks around in worry)

Suzanne: (notices her worried look) Are you okay?

Princess Marianna: (enraged) I fell in love with that human and I wanted him for myself and now, That worthless scummy maid gets to be with him!

(Meanwhile)
(In Hillwood City)
(Lucas goes to meet Mr Felix)

Lucas: Good afternoon Mr Felix.

Mr Felix: Hello Lucas.

Lucas: I'm here to walk your dogs.

Mr Felix: Okay but my wife took the other dogs to the vet. Only Spot is at home but don't worry, You'll walk him. (shouts) Spot!

(A large dog with spots enter to the living room)

Lucas: (he puts a collar and a leash on the dog) We're gonna have fun together, Spot. (To Mr Felix) See you later.

Mr Felix: Bye.

(Lucas takes the dog on a walk)

Lucas: (to the dog) I wonder how much I'm going to get paid since I'm walking on you today, Spot.

(Just then, The dog barks at a particular direction)

Lucas: What's wrong boy?

(The dogs keep on barking towards that direction)

Lucas: Is something there? (The dog barks louder) Wait here boy.

(Lucas ties the dog to a pole then heads towards the direction and sees Silvania covered with a leaf, trying to stand on her newly acquired feet )

Silvania: Hi. (smiles)

Lucas: (startled) Uhhh, Who are you?

Silvania: I'm Silvania. (looks at him) You're a human as well. (She leans on a nearby rock)

Lucas: (puzzled) Yes i am..... What're you doing here?

Silvania: I just came from the Mer Kingdom, I don't really know my way around here.

Lucas: The Mer kingdom?

Silvania: Yes. The Mer kingdom. It's where all merfolks live and flourish. I'm a mermaid, I just turned human with the aid of my amulet so that I can come to your world without the fear of being harmed.

Lucas: (he stares at her in disbelief) You're a mermaid? Really? That sounds very unbelievable, As in, I am unable to believe that.

Silvania: You think I'm lying? Fine. I'll show you.

(Silvania takes off her amulet, She collapses on the ground as her legs fuses into a tail & she transforms back into a mermaid. Lucas is shocked by this)

Lucas: Whoa... Put it back on!

(Silvania wears the amulet back and reverts back to a human being)

Lucas: (amazed) Wow! You really are a real life mermaid. Wait, How come your face looked different as a mermaid?

Silvania: After I got this amulet, I was told that I'll have a different face as a human. Apparently, The amulet is supposed to change physically everything about me.

Lucas: Look, You shouldn't let anyone else know what you are, People around here see mermaids as bad luck. They'll capture or even kill you if they discover what you are.

Silvania: (she widens her eyes) Ohhh....

Lucas: Although I don't believe mermaids to be bad luck, They're just harmless creatures. Anyways, I'm Lucas.

Silvania: Nice to meet you.

Lucas: Yea. One more thing, You shouldn't be going around telling people everything about yourself. Most people can't be trusted. You know what? Just wait here... I'll come back for you.

Silvania: Uhhh, Okay.

(Back in the Mer kingdom)
(At Donald's house)

Donald: There's nothing interesting happening in our kingdom. I miss when we're usually always together, As a family. But Silvania is hardly around anymore.

Beatrice: Yeah, I haven't even seen her today, She's probably at the castle attending to the princess' needs. You know she usually leaves the house very early.

(Simon stares at them. Just then, Two castle guards barge into their house)

Donald: (confused) Guards! Is there a problem? Why did you just barge into my home like that?

Guard 1: The King has ordered us to bring all of you to the castle immediately!

Guard 2: (harshly) Let's go!

(Later)
(At the castle)
(The guards brings Donald, Beatrice and Simon into the throne room)

Donald: (bows) You sent for us my King...

King Jerod: Where is your daughter?

Donald: We believe she's here at the castle my King...

King Jerod: (he looks at Donald with a face filled with rage) Well, Donald.... Are you aware that your daughter snuck out of our kingdom early this morning to the surface of the sea? My guards just reported this to me, Even the sea creatures affirmed this.... (enraged) Silvania is now a human! She has gone against all of my laws!

(Donald and Beatrice look at each other with shock)

Donald: (pleads) Forgive us my King, Temper justice with mercy... We had no idea

Beatrice: (crying) Yes my King. We knew nothing about this.

King Jerod: Our actions have consequences, And sometimes.... On others (smirks)

(King Jerod points his trident at Donald, And a blast emerges from it which blinds Donald's eyes)

Donald: (shouts in pain) AHHHHHH!!!!

Beatrice: (crying) No!

Simon: Father!

(Prince Erik watches them with pity while Princess Marianna smiles in satisfaction)

King Jerod: That'll serve as a reward for your daughter's treachery (he addresses everyone) Let this be known to everyone! Silvania is now an enemy of this kingdom and if she ever returns.... She will be beheaded.

To be Continued

The Fault in Our Romance
(He's a human, She's a mermaid)
Episode 12
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Underwater)
(The Mer Kingdom)
(Beatrice continuously tries to get her husband, Donald to open his eyes)

Beatrice: (crying) Has the pain reduced? Can you open your eyes? Can you see?

(Donald eventually opens his eyes and they're colorless)

Donald: (worriedly) No, I can't see...

Beatrice: No, no, no... (crying profusely) I don't know why Silvania would do this to us.... We gave her everything she ever wanted, What more could she possibly be looking for?

(Simon stares at her with guilt before he eventually speaks up)

Simon: Mom, There's something you should know.

Beatrice: (without looking at him) What is that?

Simon: Before she left, Silvania has been going up to the surface. She rescued a human being from drowning and she fell in love with him. (He sighs deeply) I told her about a mermaid who practices juju and she went to meet her and the mermaid gave Silvania an amulet which could enable her to turn human....

Beatrice: (she turns and stares at him in utter shock) How could you and your sister do this to me?

Simon: I'm really sorry Mother.

Beatrice: (She looks away from him without knowing what else to say)

(Meanwhile)
(In Hillwood City)
(Lucas brings some clothes to Silvania)

Silvania: (she wears them) Thank you.

Lucas: You're welcome.

Silvania: The surface looks so nice.

Lucas: You haven't even seen the good parts of this city yet. Come on, Let me show you around.

Silvania: Okay. (She stands up and attempts to walk once again but staggers and she holds onto a nearby pole for support) Walking is so hard.

Lucas: There's nothing hard about it, Just put a foot forward, Then the other foot forward... Like that. Just walk slowly so you can get a hang of it.

(Silvania does as Lucas told her)

Silvania: (laughs) I'm doing it, I'm walking!

Lucas: See..... I told you it's not hard.

(Silvania takes a few steps but falls down face flat )

Lucas: Eishhh....You just need a little practice.

(Later that night)
(Lucas and Silvania take a walk along a street)

Silvania: The city is indeed beautiful. So where do you live?

Lucas: I live at a foster home. It's the house where I was raised by my foster father, Mr Blackwell.

Silvania: What about your real parents?

Lucas: I don't know where they are. Mr Blackwell told me they kept me at the foster care when I was a baby but they left a note with me which says "We'll meet again one day"

Silvania: (sighs) I just remembered my parents, I wonder what they might be going through now....

Lucas: They're probably missing you.

Silvania: Or they're hating me for choosing to follow my heart.

Lucas: (perplexed) Huh?

Silvania: I fell in love with a human. He's the reason I became human.

Lucas: Who is he?

(Just then, Stephen and Alex drives past Silvania and Lucas in a car. Silvania spots him)

Silvania: (suprised) Stephen? (excitedly) Stephen!

(Silvania runs off, chasing after Stephen's car)

Lucas: Silvania! What's the matter with you?! (He chases after her)

Silvania: (while running after the car) STEPHEN!!!

(In the ocean - The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle, In Prince Erik's room)

Princess Marianna: You're still sulking?

Prince Erik: I just feel really bad for Silvania's parents. They're going through a lot.

Princess Marianna: Yup. And it's all because of her. Do you know that the reason she became human is because she has fallen in love with another human being?

Prince Erik: (stares at her for a moment) Are you being serious or you're just trying to speak ill of her?

Princess Marianna: What would I gain by doing that? It is the truth. You can even ask anyone else, They'll tell you. You loved Silvania with all your heart but yet she never even loved you....(scoffs) That's pitiful

(Meanwhile)
(Stephen and Alex arrives at Sir Griffin's mansion)

Security guard: Welcome back sir.

Stephen: Is my father home?

Security guard: No sir.

Stephen: Alright. Make sure you lock the gates.

Security guard: Yes sir.

(Stephen and Alex go into the house)

(Few minutes later)
(Silvania arrives at Sir Griffin's mansion. Lucas follows her)

Silvania: Stephen! Stephen!

Lucas: Silvania, We can't be here! We have to go!

Silvania: Not yet. Stephen is inside, I have to see him!

(The security guard angrily comes out of the gate)

Security man: Hey, hey... What's your problem miss?

Silvania: I want to see Stephen.

Security guard: Did you tell him you were coming to see him?

Silvania: Just let me in!

(She tries to pass through the gate but the security guard blocks her path)

Security guard: If you do not leave here on the count of three, I'll call the police and have you thrown in jail for infringement. One!

Lucas: Silvania, Let's go.

Security guard: Two!

(Lucas and a reluctant Silvania leave)

Lucas: What's your problem? We could've gotten arrested for what you just did. Things aren't done this way on land, You can't just run after someone and try to enter their home, It isn't proper here.

Silvania: I'm really sorry, I didn't know. I just wanted to see Stephen...

Lucas: The son of Sir Griffin? The most famous man in Hillwood City.... What business do you have with him?

Silvania: Remember when I was telling you about the human I fell in love with...

Lucas: Uh-Huh

Silvania: (blushes) Stephen is that human.

Lucas: It may be almost impossible for you to get to Stephen. He doesn't even know you.

Silvania: But If I can just see him, I'll be really happy.

Lucas: Hmm... You know, There might be another way we could get into the house (smirks)

Silvania: How?

(Silvania and Lucas jumps into compound through the fence)

Lucas: We're in.

Silvania: (excitedly) Yay!

(They sneak to the backdoor and enter into the house, through the kitchen)

Silvania: (looks around) Whoa.... This house is huge. I wonder what this room is called.

Lucas: It's called a kitchen.

Silvania: We don't have "kitchens" in the Mer Kingdom. (She sees the forks and spoons arranged in their racks) I wonder what those are.

Lucas: They're cutleries. We use them to eat.

Silvania: In the Mer Kingdom, We use our hands.

Lucas: (sighs) It's gonna take a while before you adjust to your life on land.

Silvania: I know.

(Silvania and Lucas hear low angry growls. They turn around to see a large German shepherd dog)

Silvania: (severely frightened) Oh my goodness, What is that creature?

Lucas: Relax, It's a dog. (He slowly approaches the dog) Easy boy, We're not here to harm anyone...

(Lucas pats the dog and it stops growling and shakes it's tail happily as it barks at him)

Silvania: I think he likes you.

Lucas: Yup. I'm very good with dogs.

Silvania: (looks around) I wonder where Stephen is.

(Just then, Stephen enters the kitchen, behind Silvania and Lucas)

Stephen: (he taps her on the shoulder) Miss?

(Silvania turns around to see Stephen)

Silvania: (astonished) Stephen...

To be Continued

The Fault in our Romance Episode 13
(He's human, She's a mermaid)
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Sir Griffin's mansion)
(In the kitchen)

Silvania: (excitedly) Stephen... It's you (she touches him)

Stephen: (puzzled) Uhhh, Do I know you?

Silvania: It's me....

Stephen: (he stares at her face, trying to recognize her ) I can't recollect, Have we met before?

Silvania: (she stares at him, devastated that he can't recognize her) But...

(Just then, The driver, Richard, enters the kitchen)

Stephen: (To Richard) Who are they? (He points at Lucas and Silvania) And how did they get in here?

Richard: Umm, Sir. They actually came here to apply for the cleaning job. They probably saw the vacancy outside.

Silvania & Lucas: (confused) We did?

Richard: Yes. (He looks at them, giving them a sign to cooperate)

Lucas: Oh yeah, We did. We're here for the job as cleaners. When we came into the house we didn't see anyone so we were just looking around. Right, Silvania? (He looks at her)

Silvania: (she tries to fake a smile despite being devastated) Yeah....

Lucas: I'm Lucas. And this is Silvania.

Silvania: (despondently) Hi.

Stephen: (thinks) Silvania.... That name sounds familiar. (To Lucas & Silvania) Alright, In that case, You two are hired. I'll let my Dad know when he returns.

Lucas: Aren't you going to test us?

Stephen: No need, It's cleaning... Anybody can do it (To Richard) Just direct them to their stations and give them their uniforms.

Lucas: Wait... How much is our pay?

Stephen: $500 monthly. If that's okay.

Lucas: That's so much money compared to how much I earn walking Mr Felix's dogs (grins) That's VERY okay, Sir.

Stephen: Alright then. You both will start work tomorrow.

(Stephen takes a bottle of champagne from the refrigerator)

Stephen: (to his German shepherd dog) Come on, Max....

(Stephen and the dog leaves the kitchen)

Lucas: (To Richard) Thanks for saving us. I'm Lucas and this is Silvania.

Silvania: (sadly) Hey.

Richard: Hey. I'm Richard by the way, This house's official driver. Anyways, Follow me.

(Richard takes Silvania and Lucas to the room with all the cleaning materials)

Richard: Here's where all the materials you both will be using are. I'll be back with your uniforms.

(He leaves them)

Silvania: (she sits on a bucket) I don't why Stephen couldn't remember me....

Lucas: You said you rescued him from drowning while you were a mermaid right?

Silvania: Yeah?

Lucas: That's why he couldn't remember you. Because when you became human, You had a completely different face because your magical amulet altered your real face...

Silvania: (she touches her face) Ohhh, Yes! That's true, No wonder he was staring at me strangely... So the only way I can prove to Stephen that I'm the one who saved him is by revealing myself to him as a mermaid... (She touches her amulet) And I will.

(Later that night)
(Sir Griffin and Veronica return home)

Stephen: Welcome home, Dad. How was your date?

Sir Griffin: It went well.

(Silvania and Lucas come out of the storeroom)

Silvania & Lucas: Good evening Sir. Good evening ma'am.

Sir Griffin: Who are you people?

Stephen: They're the new cleaners.

Sir Griffin: You hired them without my permission?

Stephen: We put a vacancy outside, They saw it and came in here for the job. Why wouldn't I have hired them?

Sir Griffin: You should've informed me first. (To Veronica) What do you think sweetheart?

Veronica: Well, As far as they're making this house better... I'm fine with them.

Sir Griffin: Alright then. (To Silvania and Lucas) You can stay.

Silvania & Lucas: Thank you sir.

Sir Griffin: When did you start working?

Lucas: Oh, We haven't started yet. We'll start tomorrow.

Sir Griffin: Ok then. You both can stay in the quarters, To make things easier for you. (To Richard) Show them their quarters.

Richard: Yes sir.

(Richard takes Silvania and Lucas to their quarters)

Silvania: (amazed) Wow. This room is ginormous. (She sits on the bed) And this feels so comfortable.

Richard: This is where you'll be staying. You can relax in here, rest after cleaning, while away time.... You can do just anything you want in here, Just don't spoil any object.

Lucas: We won't.

Richard: Work starts tomorrow.

(He leaves the room)

Lucas: This is so amazing. (He checks the clock on the wall) Its 7:56pm, It's almost time to light the fireworks (To Silvania) Do you wanna come with with me?

Silvania: No, Don't worry about me. I'll just stay here and fantasize about Stephen (she lays on the bed, smiling)

Lucas: Alright then. See you later. (He leaves the room)

(In the ocean - The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)

King Jerod: How are you sweetheart?

Princess Marianna: Tired! Ever since that scummy mermaid left, I've been doing everything by myself. I need another handmaid, Daddy.

King Jerod: I'll make sure to get you one, Okay?

Princess Marianna: Yes Daddy. (smiles)

(A guard brings in a merman)

King Jerod: What has this merman done?

Guard: He was caught stealing.

Merman: Forgive me my King, I promise, I'll never do it again! Please!

(King Jerod turns to his daughter, Marianna)

King Jerod: What do you think I should do to him sweetheart?

(The merman looks at Princess Marianna in fear)

Princess Marianna: The most befitting punishment would be to cut off one of his hands, strap him to a rock and let your strongest guards whip him 60 strokes day and night and also release the piranhas so they can have a taste of his flesh. Do this to him for a week and he'll never ever think of stealing again! (She smiles menacingly at the merman)

King Jerod: (to the guard) You heard what your princess said?

Guard: Yes my King.

King Jerod: Then do just that.

Merman: (screams) NO!!! MY KING, PLEASE!!!

(The guards drag the merman away to face his punishment)

King Jerod: (smirks) You are sinister.

Princess Marianna: Oh please, I was even nice to have said they should cut off just ONE of his hands. This is how you should handle your subjects and anyone who goes against your laws. (with sincerity) It's better to be feared than to be loved.

King Jerod: I'm very happy you took after me, My daughter.

Princess Marianna: (she smiles with content)

(Later that night)
(In Stephen's room)
(He stares at the sketch he made of Silvania)

Stephen: (thinks) Why is it that the Silvania I employed and the Silvania that rescued me talks similar and have the same name? But they can't be the same person, I mean, They don't even have the same face. (He stares harder at the sketch) Why do I feel that she's so close...

(Just then, Someone knocks on the door and Stephen puts away the sketch)

Stephen: Come in.

(The person enters his room - It's Silvania)

Stephen: Silvania? What're you doing here? Shouldn't you be at your quarters?

Silvania: Sir Stephen, There's something I have to tell you.

Stephen: What is it?

Silvania: (sighs) I'm the girl who rescued you from drowning, I may look different because of this amulet I'm wearing which changed my appearance physically but this isn't my true face.

Stephen: (confused) I don't understand... How do you mean?

Silvania: (sings) �� Upon one summer's morning, I carefully did stray down by the Walls of Wapping, Where I met a sailor gay. Conversing with a young lass, Who seemed to be in pain, Saying, William, when you go, I fear you'll ne'er return again.....My heart is pierced by Cupid, I disdain all glittering gold, There is nothing can console me, But my jolly sailor bold ��

Stephen: (suprised) Your voice....

(Silvania takes off her amulet and sits on his bed as her legs fuses back into a golden-orange tail, regaining her original face as well)

Silvania: (smiles) I'm Silvania.

Stephen: (horrified) You're a mermaid.... You're disgusting....

Silvania: (surprised by his reaction) What? Stephen, Its me, Silvania. Remember my face...

Stephen: (fearfully) I don't care about your face! You're a monster!

(Stephen backs away from her in horror)

Silvania: I'm not dangerous, I won't harm you!

Stephen: I have to call the security, To get rid of this monstrosity. (He takes her amulet, to prevent her to turning back to a human)

Silvania: (scared) Stephen what are you doing? STEPHEN!

(Stephen runs out of the room and locks the door, trapping her inside)

To be Continued

The Fault in our Romance Episode 14
(He's a human, She's a mermaid)
Written by Johnny Patel
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(At the quarters)
(Silvania wakes up from her sleep with a scream)

Silvania: Ahhh! (She holds her chest as she sighs in relief) Thank God. It was just a dream.

(Lucas wakes up as well)

Lucas: Uhhh, What's the matter this time?

Silvania: I had a very bad dream, A nightmare! I dreamt that I revealed myself to Stephen and he was horrified that I was a mermaid...

Lucas: Really? That happened?

Silvania: Yes. I'm so happy it wasn't real.

Lucas: Maybe It'll be wise if don't let him know what you really are.

Silvania: (she nods her head and touches her amulet) I won't.

(Next Morning)
(In Sir Griffin's room)

Sir Griffin: Good morning sweetheart.

Veronica: Morning darling.

(She attempts to kiss him but he puts his hand on her mouth)

Sir Griffin: Morning breath.

Veronica: (chuckles) Oh yeah.

Sir Griffin: Did you sleep well?

(Just then, Veronica holds her hand over mouth as if she wants to puke)

Sir Griffin: What's the matter honey?

Veronica: (mumbles) I'll be back

(Veronica runs to the toilet to vomit and Sir Griffin follows her)

Sir Griffin: Are you ok?

Veronica: I don't think so, I feel weak and nauseous.

Sir Griffin: It's probably Malaria. I should take you to the hospital

Veronica: There's no need for that, I'm....

(She quickly puts her face back in the toilet bowl and keeps on vomiting)

Sir Griffin: (pats her) I have to get you to the hospital quickly.

(Meanwhile)
(At the foster home)
(Lucas goes there to pack some of his belongings)

Bobby: Lucas! Welcome home, We haven't seen you since yesterday, Where were you?

Lucas: Well... I got a job at Sir Griffin's mansion as a cleaner, I'm gonna be paid $500 per month.

Bobby: Woah... That's so much money.

Lucas: Yup.

Bobby: Does Mr Blackwell know about this?

Lucas: Of course he does and he's approved of me working there. I just came home to pack some of my things, I'll be staying over there for a while.

Bobby: Wow, You'll be living in his mansion?

Lucas: Actually, I'll be staying at the quarters.

Thompson: It's good you're leaving for a while, There'll be a lot of space in here.

Lucas: I know you're gonna miss me too, Thompson. (He takes out candy bars and throws them to Bobby, Williams and Patrick)

Bobby, Williams & Patrick: Thanks.

Lucas: It's just a little something to remember me buy. (He throws another candy bar to Thompson) That's one for you too, Thompson.

Thompson: (looks at the candy bar) Chunky. (To Lucas) Thanks anyway.

Lucas: You're welcome. Good bye guys.

Thompson, Bobby, Williams & Patrick: Bye Lucas.

(Hillwood Central Hospital)
(Sir Griffin takes Veronica to the hospital for some tests to be run on her)

Veronica: I'm so nervous. What'd you think the test results will say?

Sir Griffin: I have no idea, Let's just hope for good news.

(Doctor Mike comes out from a ward)

Sir Griffin: So Doctor, What'd the results say?

Doctor Mike: Congratulations Sir Griffin, Your wife is two and a half weeks pregnant

Sir Griffin: (happily) Wow...

Veronica: (screams in excitement) Woah. I can't believe it, This is great news!!!

Doctor Mike: Indeed Madam. You should start your antenatal care treatments in about a month

Sir Griffin: That's not a problem, Doctor. Thank you so much.

Doctor Mike: My pleasure. (He leaves the ER)

Sir Griffin: (To Veronica) We should start preparing. I should go buy baby items, diapers, baby wipes, formulas, unisex baby clothes, Since we don't know the gender of our baby yet....

Veronica: Calm down honey, Isn't it too early?

Sir Griffin: Its not. (cheerfully) We're having a baby!

(In the ocean - The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)

Suzanne: I wonder why you're moody today, Marianna. (laughs) I'm sure you miss torturing Silvania.

Princess Marianna: I don't give a heck about that useless mermaid. (smiles) My mind is on that gorgeous human, I'm dying to see him again.

Suzanne: You know, Silvania became human by going to meet Anika, The mermaid who practices magic.

Princess Marianna: I know but I wouldn't dare try that. My father would kill me! (She lays on her oyster bed) But I know I'll meet him one day.

(That afternoon)
(Hillwood City)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)

Silvania: I wonder how I'm gonna go this, I don't know how to clean with a mop and a bucket.

Lucas: Leave it to me. You could just be helping me to get clean water.

Silvania: Okay. (She takes a bucket to use to fetch water)

(Downstairs)
(Bethany arrives at the house)

Bethany: I'm here.

Stephen: Hmm, You look glamorous. (He pecks her on the cheek)

Bethany: Thank you.

Stephen: We need to get to the studio right away for your photo shoot.

Bethany: Yeah... (smiles) That's why I spent four hours getting ready. I want to look perfect in every Silk Hair product.

Stephen: (chuckles) You already are perfect.

Bethany: (giggles) You're flattery.

(Upstairs)
(At the balcony)

Lucas: Ok, I'm done cleaning. Silvania, Help me get rid of the dirty water.

Silvania: Okay. (She carries the dirty water to the balcony)

Lucas: Silvania wait...

(Silvania pours the dirty water downstairs from the balcony and it pours directly on Bethany)

Bethany: (screams) Ahhhhhhhh!!!!!

Stephen: What the heck... (He looks up) Silvania!

(Silvania and Lucas look downstairs and sees that the water poured on Bethany)

Lucas: Silvania, What have you done?

(Silvania and Lucas run downstairs to meet Bethany and Stephen)

Silvania: I'm so so sorry Miss, I didn't know you were downstairs.

Bethany: (enraged) You did this?!

Silvania: It was an accident...

Bethany: (growls) Rah!

(Bethany tries to attack Silvania but Stephen holds her firmly)

Stephen: Calm down, calm down...

Bethany: I took four hours to get ready and this idiot ruined my dress, my hair, shoes and my make up and you're asking me to calm down?!!!

Silvania: (remorsefully) I'm really sorry...

Bethany: (viciously) SHUT UP!!!

Stephen: Bethany, Let's just go inside so you can have a shower. Then I'll call someone to fix you up before the time for the photo shoot.

(Stephen stares at Silvania as he takes an enraged Bethany into the house)

Silvania: (scared) Oh no, What have I done? I don't want to get fired.... (She looks on agitatedly)

To be Continued

The Fault in our Romance Episode 15
(He's human, She's a mermaid)
Written by Johnny Patel
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(At the studio)
(Stephen arrives with Bethany)

Stephen: See, You look much better. How do you feel?

Bethany: Angry. I just wasted four hours getting ready.

Stephen: Just shake it off. (He sees the photographers from a distance) They're here already.

Bethany: (excitedly) Okay.

(Bethany goes to meet the photographer)

Bethany: Good afternoon Mr Mitchell.

Photographer 1: Afternoon Miss Bethany Sanders. Are you ready for your photo shoot?

Bethany: (grins widely) I sure am.

(Bethany stands in the spotlight)

Photographer 1: Give us some hips.

Photographer 2: And some smile.

Photographer 3: Turn this way, Miss Bethany. You'll look better from this angle.

(The photographers keep on taking pictures of Bethany as she poses for the camera)

Alex: (watches Bethany) Wow. She looks damn sexy...

Stephen: Hey. That's my girlfriend.

Alex: (gently punches his arm) I'm just kidding bro. But seriously, I haven't seen any girl as beautiful as Bethany.

Stephen: Yeah... (Just then, He zones out as he remembers Silvania)

Alex: Is something wrong?

Stephen: (shakes his head) No, not at all.... I'll be in the restroom

(Stephen goes to the restroom and angrily bangs his fist on the wall)

Stephen: Argh! (He looks into the mirror) Why can't I forget her?

(Meanwhile)
(Sir Griffin's mansion)
(In the library - Lucas cleans the windows while Silvana arranges the books on the shelves)

Lucas: We got lucky. We should thank God that Sir Stephen's a nice man or else we would have been sacked by now.

Silvania: I'm very sorry, Lucas. I didn't know where else to throw the dirty water.

Lucas: You should've asked me. Look, If you don't understand anything, Just ask. And I'll help you.

Sivania: Alright. I will next time.

Lucas: That's better. (He looks at the windows) Good, They're sparkling now.

Silvania: Can i ask you something?

Lucas: Sure.

Silvania: The human girl I accidentally poured water on, The girl that was with Stephen.... Who is she?

Lucas: Ohhh, That's Sir Stephen's fianceé, Bethany. She's a top model in Hillwood City. Most guys would do anything to date her but she chose Stephen. Lucky guy.

Silvania: (shocked) Stephen has a fianceé?

Lucas: Yup. Why do you sound so suprised?

Silvania: Because I am. (disturbed) I thought he was single.

Lucas: Well, Now you know he's not. (He finishes cleaning) Finally! I'm done here, The attic is next. Come on, Let's go.

Silvania: Just go. I'll meet you there.

(As Lucas leaves the library, Silvania looks around in distress)

(Meanwhile)
(In the sea - The Mer kingdom)
(At Donald's house)

Beatrice: Donald, Please just try and eat....

Donald: I don't want to eat.

Beatrice: But how will you get your strength if you don't eat?

(Just then, Simon enters the house)

Simon: I'm back Mom. I collected the sea kale.

Donald: Is that Simon?

Simon: Yes Dad, It's me.

Beatrice: (To Simon) Put them on the mushroom table.

Simon: (he drops the sea kale and notices his father's weariness) What's wrong with Dad?

Beatrice: I don't know, He's getting weaker and paler. I've been trying to feed him but he's not eating. And he hasn't eaten since two days.

Simon: Let me try...

(Simon tries to feed his father some sea worms but he vomits it)

Beatrice: (crying) If someone had told me Silvania would do this to me, I wouldn't have believed. Even after I warned her not to ever go up to the surface, She didn't listen. Now we're all suffering the consequences of her actions.

(That evening)
(At Sir Griffin's house)
(Stephen and Bethany relaxes on the couch while watching TV)

Bethany: (she rests on Stephen's chest) The photoshoot was exhausting, I'm really famished.

Stephen: Me too. But the cook is preparing something for us to eat.

Bethany: Mmmm, I hope it's porridge. I love porridge.

Stephen: Nahh, It's gravy.

Bethany: It's just as good. (She stands up from the couch) I need to go to the restroom, I'll be back.

Stephen: Okay babe.

Bethany: Stay handsome.

(She goes out of the living room)

(Meanwhile)
(In the storeroom)

Lucas: We're done for today, Thank God! Cleaning isn't as easy as I thought it would be. (He notices Silvania isn't paying any attention to him and he snaps his fingers in her face ) Hello? Silvania?

Silvania: (looks at him) Oh sorry Lucas. I zoned out.

Lucas: Yah, I noticed. What were you thinking about?

(Outside the storeroom, Bethany passes by from the toilet and overhears their conversation then puts her ear to the door)

Silvania: I was thinking about Stephen....

(Bethany gasps on hearing this)

Lucas: Wow. Is this how it is when someone falls in love?

Silvania: Yes. Haven't you fallen in love before?

Lucas: Nah, I don't believe in love. I just feel like it's surreal to most people. (he looks at Silvania) No offense.

Silvania: None taken. (sighs) Well, I really love Stephen and matter how hard I try, I can't stop loving him. But it'll be overly difficult to get him to realize I'm the Silvania who rescued him with this face that's entirely different from my real face. (She pinches her cheeks angrily)

Lucas: Don't worry, Stephen will definitely notice you one day...

Bethany: (gasps in shock) What the hell!

(Bethany angrily pushes the door open. Silvania and Lucas see her)

Bethany: (glares at Silvania) Oh, It's you! (She viciously grabs Silvania and pulls her out of the storeroom)

Silvania: Let go of me, What are you doing?!

Bethany: Shut the hell up! I heard everything you and that little boy were discussing about in there.

Lucas: (he tries to free Silvania from Bethany's grip) Hey! Leave her alone!

Bethany: Get out of here you little rat! (She pushes him away)

Silvania: (defensively) Don't call him that.

Bethany: (she tightens her hold on Silvania, sinking her long pointy fingernails into her skin) I'm not done with you yet....

Silvania: Owww, You're hurting me....

Bethany: I will do more than hurt you! How dare you say that you're in love with my fiancé? Your boss? Do you even have any self respect at all?!

Silvania: (boldly) Yes! I admit to what I said. I do love Stephen, And I'm not afraid to say it again!

(Bethany furiously swings her arm at Silvania, slapping her across the face. Then she grabs Silvania by her elbow once more)

Bethany: Listen here you dirty lowlife, I know you're one of those harlots who go around pretending to be helpless girls just so they can snatch other men but I am the wrong one, If you make any move on my fiancé...(she grits her teeth angrily) I will rip you apart. Thank God I overheard your plans to get your claws on him. If you ever get close to Stephen... I will have you locked up in jail. Got it?

(She thumps Silvania and pushes her to the floor)

Bethany: Bitch!

Lucas: (points at her) You're the bitch!

(Stephen enters the hallway)

Stephen: What's going on here? (To Bethany) I heard voices. What happened?

Bethany: This girl you employed as a cleaner said she's in love with you, Can you imagine that?

Stephen: And what did you do?

Bethany: I gave her a warning.

Lucas: A warning? (To Stephen) She attacked us and called us names. (He helps Silvania up from the floor)

Stephen: Bethany you shouldn't have done that.

Bethany: I had to. I'm definitely sure she's one of those girls who go around stealing other people's men, I can't allow any wench to ruin my marriage plans by snatching my man from me, Few months to my wedding!

Stephen: (reassuringly) Look, No matter what happens....It's you i'll always love, You and no one else. And nothing's going to change that. Okay?

Bethany: (she glances at Silvania) Okay.

(Stephen pulls Bethany into a deep kiss in Silvania's presence and she stares at them with teary eyes)

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The Fault in our Romance Episode 17
(He's human, She's a mermaid)
Written by Johnny Patel
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(That night)
(In the kitchen, Rosemary and Veronica cook dinner)

Veronica: Rosemary, Is the pasta soft already?

Rosemary: Yes Madam.

Veronica: Okay take it down and dish it out for everyone.

Rosemary: (she takes out the spaghetti sauce)

Veronica: No no no, My husband doesn't like spaghetti sauce, I'll make him meatballs. Just take the foods to the dinner table.

Rosemary: Yes Madam.

(As Rosemary carries the food out of the kitchen, Stephen enters the kitchen)

Stephen: Mmmm, What smells sumptuous in here?

Veronica: It's just spaghetti. Rosemary has taken your food to the dinner table.

Stephen: Okay then. (He takes a fork and leaves the kitchen)

Veronica: (about Stephen) Son of a bitch! I can't wait to see your dead body locked in a casket and buried six feet underground... I just have to endure you for a little while till the time is right and then, I'll finish you off!

(Meanwhile)
(At the dinner table)

Stephen: Dad, Aren't you going to eat?

Sir Griffin: You know I don't like pasta sauce. But don't worry, your stepmom's making me some meatballs.

(Just then, They hear a dog barking loudly)

Sir Griffin: Isn't that your dog, Max?

Stephen: Yeah, I wonder what's wrong with him? (To Sir Griffin) I'll be right back.

(Stephen goes outside and sees his dog barking angrily at Bethany)

Stephen: (he crouches & pats the dog) Easy boy. She's a friend, not a foe.

Bethany: I wonder why he doesn't like me.

Stephen: He'll get used to you very soon.

Bethany: (rolls her eyes) Hopefully.

Stephen: Yeah (he stands up to his feet) So, What're you doing here?

Bethany: I just wanted to come and stay with you for a while before our wedding.

Stephen: Sounds alright.

Bethany: Of course it is. We're soon going to be a couple and we need to be as close as we can to each other (she walks to her car boot) Come and help me offload them.

(Stephen helps Bethany to carry her luggages into the house)

Sir Griffin: Bethany!

Bethany: Good evening Mr Griffin....Or rather, Good evening my father in-law (laughs)

Sir Griffin: (he laughs) How are you my dear?

Bethany: I'm fine sir.

Sir Griffin: I see you came with your luggages.

Bethany: Yes sir. I'll be staying here till the day Stephen and I get married.

Sir Griffin: That's okay, You're always welcome here. Why don't you go drop your luggages then come and join us for dinner.

Bethany: I'd be delighted.

(Later that night)
(The dinner table)
(Sir Griffin, Stephen, Veronica & Bethany eat)

Bethany: So Sir Griffin, My mom and I have picked a church for our wedding, It's St John's church. I talked about it with Stephen and he said it was okay.

Sir Griffin: And what about the date? Have you picked a date for the wedding?

Stephen: Not yet, Dad.

Sir Griffin: We need to decide on a date fast. You're not getting any younger...

Bethany: True. (she talks with a mouthful of spaghetti) Mmmm, This pasta is so delicious. It wouldn't be bad to step it down with some juice.

Sir Griffin: Okay. (shouts) Rosemary!

(The cook, Rosemary enters the dining room)

Rosemary: Sir?

Sir Griffin: Serve us some orange juice.

Rosemary: Okay sir.

(Rosemary goes into the kitchen and sees Silvania doing the dishes)

Rosemary: Good thing you're here, Please I'll need you to wash four glass cups.

Silvania: No problem.

(Rosemary and Silvania takes the glass cups and orange juice to the dinner table. Bethany is infuriated on seeing Silvania)

Rosemary: It's here sir.

Sir Griffin: Good. Pour it for us.

(Silvania and Rosemary pours the orange juice into the glass cups)

Bethany: (holding a glass cup) Mine please....

(While Silvania pours Bethany a cup of orange juice, She intentionally hits Silvania's elbow and the juice pours on her)

Silvania: Ah!

Bethany: (snidely) Oops. Sorry.

(Sir Griffin, Stephen, Veronica and Rosemary look towards Silvania & Bethany)

Sir Griffin: What happened?

Silvania: (while looking at her skirt) The juice poured on my skirt.

Bethany: (mockingly) Well at least it's not one of your nice skirts. (she continues eating)

Sir Griffin: (to Silvania) Go in and change the clothes then wash it before the stain becomes permanent.

Silvania: Yes sir.

(At the quarters)
(Silvania goes to change her skirt)

Lucas: Woah, What happened to you?

Silvania: Bethany poured orange juice on me.

Lucas: (angrily) That witch! If I were there, I would've slapped her hard.

Silvania: Let's not say thing we can't do.

Lucas: (laughs) Oh really?

Silvania: Yes. You can't possibly do that, You'd lose your job. Considering the fact that she's the fianceé to the son of the owner of the house you work in.

Lucas: (confused by what she just said) Huh?

Silvania: Think it through.

Lucas: (he realizes what she meant) Ohhh. Wow, How'd you put all that together?

Silvania: (chuckles)

Lucas: I wanna go see the fireworks, You coming?

Silvania: Sure. I wanna see what it looks like.

(Silvania & Lucas leave their quarters)

(Meanwhile)
(In the ocean - The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle, King Jerod and Prince Erik are in the throne room when two merman guards bring in a mermaid)

King Jerod: What is this?

Merman guard 1: My King, We caught her with some surface objects, Which means she's been going up to the surface

Mermaid: (crying) That's not true...

King Jerod: (aggressively) Silence! (To the mermaid) What is your name?

Mermaid: (fidgets) My name is Alana.

King Jerod: And how did you get those surface objects?

Alana: I saw them in a boat which sunk at the bottom of the ocean, I swear!

King Jerod: (to the guards) Lock her up in the dungeon till she's ready to tell me the truth.

Alana: No! My King please... I'm innocent!!!

(The guards carry her and takes her to the dungeon)

King Jerod: This is how I want you to rule the ocean when you become King. I want you to rule with an iron fist! You mustn't be soft on your subjects or else they'll see you as a weak King. Understood?

Prince Erik: Yes Father.

King Jerod: I'm very happy you and your sister didn't take after your mother. She was always too soft on our subjects.

Prince Erik: Where is my mother?

King Jerod: Erik, You've asked me that a dozen times....

Prince Erik: And now I need an answer.

King Jerod: Your mother is dead.

Prince Erik: (shocked) What?

King Jerod: Many years back, Your mother, Queen Marissa was found guilty of commiting a felony. And according to my law, Anyone guilty of that crime would be sentenced to death.

Prince Erik: (bewildered) You killed her?

King Jerod: (without any hint of remorse) Yes. There was no pain, I killed her swiftly.

(Prince Erik stares at his father in shock)

(Later that night)
(In Stephen's room)
(Stephen just comes out from the shower while Bethany lays on his bed, using her phone)

Stephen: Ooohh, The shower's really cold.

Bethany: What happened to the hot shower?

Stephen: It's a long story. (he puts on a shirt and shorts) I'm going downstairs to get a bottle of beer, You want some?

Bethany: Yeah.

Stephen: I'll be back. (He goes out of the room)

Bethany: I need to take a wazz.

(She gets up from the bed and looks around for her slippers)

Bethany: Ugh, Where the hell is my slippers?

(Bethany checks under the bed and sees Stephen's sketchpad)

Bethany: Hmm, I didn't know Stephen still draws...

(She pulls out the sketchpad from under the bed and opens it then checks Stephen's drawings)

Bethany: Hmm, Good stuff. Stephen is very talented...

(Bethany keeps on flipping the pages until she sees the sketch that Stephen made of Silvania)

Bethany: (looking at the sketch in confusion) Who the hell is this?! (She closes the sketchpad) STEPHEN!!!!

(Bethany furiously leaves the room with the sketch, Going to confront Stephen)

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(He's human, She's a mermaid)
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Bethany furiously enters the kitchen with the sketchpad)

Stephen: What's the matter babe?

Bethany: (she shows him the drawing of Silvania) Who the hell is this? Don't even lie to me!

Stephen: Where did you get that?

Bethany: It doesn't matter where I got it! I ask again, Who is this? (She sees the name of the drawing) Ohh, And the name of the drawing is "Silvania".... Stephen, What is this? Few months to our marriage and you're already cheating on me?!

Stephen: It's not what you think...

Bethany: I can't believe this. (She throws the sketchpad at him and leaves the kitchen)

Stephen: Bethany come on...

(Stephen follows her out of the kitchen and catches up to her, He tries to hold her back but she rebukes him )

Bethany: (angrily) Do not touch me! I'm not sleeping in your room tonight, You can have your bed all to yourself and your precious little drawing of "Silvania"

(She leaves him)

(Next Morning)
(In the kitchen)
(Bethany goes to the kitchen to meet Rosemary)

Rosemary: Good morning Miss Bethany.

Bethany: Morning Rosemary. Ummm, Are you busy?

Rosemary: Not really. Why?

Bethany: I need you use the boiler to boil water for me to have my bath. There's no hot water in my fiance's room.

Rosemary: No problem miss. (She does as instructed)

Bethany: I want it to be very hot please.

(Just then, Silvania enters the kitchen)

Silvania: (To Bethany) Good morning miss.

(Bethany eyes her scornfully)

Silvania: (she ignores Bethany's reaction and looks at Rosemary) Morning Rose. I came to ask if you're done with everything you need to do this morning so I can start cleaning up the kitchen?

Rosemary: Not yet. But I'll let you know when I'm finished.

Silvania: Sure.

Bethany: (thinks) Why is the name of Stephen's drawing and this girl's name the same? (She stares at Silvania for a moment)

(Few minutes afterwards)

Rosemary: The water is ready Miss Bethany.

Bethany: Okay good.

(Bethany carries the hot water and is about to leave the kitchen when she pretends to slip and then she intentionally pours the hot water on Silvania's exposed arm)

Silvania: (screams) Ahhhhhhhh!!!!

Rosemary: Silvania!

Bethany: Oh my god, I'm so so sorry! (To Rosemary) Get the first aid kit, Quickly!

Rosemary: Yes miss. (She hurriedly goes to fetch the first aid kit)

Bethany: First of all, You'll need to let cool water touch your arm...

(She takes Silvania to the sink and rinses her arm)

Bethany: Just let it cool then we'll bandage it, Okay?

Silvania: Okay.

(Bethany looks at her with despisement)

(That evening)
(In Stephen's room)

Stephen: (on the phone with Alex) I don't know, bro. Bethany's attitude is changing. It's like she's suffering from paranoia.

Alex: (over the phone) Just try to work things out with her...

(Stephen turns around and sees Bethany at the door)

Stephen: (to Alex) I'll call you back... (He cuts the call)

Bethany: I just came to get my purse. I left it here last night.

(Bethany takes her purse and attempts to leave but Stephen gently draws her back)

Stephen: Bethany wait... Allow me to explain

Bethany: (she folds her arms) Okay, Go on. I'm all ears.

Stephen: Remember at the hospital when I was telling you about the girl who saved me? That's the girl in the drawing. I drew her because I wanted to be sure that I saw her cause no one else believed me, I was even starting to doubt myself as well. That's just why I drew her, I don't even know who she is.

Bethany: But why is the name of your drawing and the name of that cleaner girl the same?

Stephen: I don't know, Okay? It's probably a coincidence. Look, I drew that drawing before I even met Silvania.

Bethany: (sighs)

Stephen: So, Do you forgive me?

Bethany: (smiling) Of course I do. And I guess I overreacted, I'm sorry

Stephen: It's cool.

Bethany: (she touches her temples with her two hands) The pressure and anxiety of our impending marriage is really getting to me..

Stephen: (he holds her waist erotically) Just shake it off.

(Stephen pulls Bethany into a deep lustful kiss while loosening her top and Bethany removes his clothes at the same time. Stephen pins her to the wall and kisses her passionately, handling her soft firm breasts at the same time. Bethany breaks the kiss, removes his belt, takes off his trousers then pushes him to the bed and she climbs on him and continues kissing him, Soon they're engaging in a heated romance)

(Meanwhile)
(In the kitchen)

Lucas: (he stares at Silvania's bandaged arm) Sorry Silvania. I know that witch did this to you on purpose.

Silvania: (poignantly) It doesn't matter. What's done is done, I can't reverse what happened.

Lucas: I don't like Bethany at all. Unlike you guys, I don't even call her "Miss Bethany"

Rosemary: You guys have to be compliant if you want to enjoy working here. I advise you, Just be respectful to everyone. Sir Griffin, His son, His son's girlfriend....

Lucas: Yeah yeah...

Rosemary: That reminds me. (To Lucas) Please help me take that tray of food to Sir Stephen. (She points at the tray of food)

Lucas: Okay.

Silvania: (she intercepts Lucas) Don't worry, I'll take the food to him.

Lucas: Are you sure? What about your arm?

Silvania: Don't worry about me...

(Silvania carries the tray of food to Stephen's room)

Silvania: (excitedly) Oooohh, I can't wait to have some alone time with Stephen... (giggles quietly)

(In Stephen's room)
(Silvania enters the room)

Silvania: Sir Stephen, Your food is....

(She looks up to see Stephen making out with Bethany)

Silvania:..... Here.

Stephen: (he notices Silvania) Ohhh.... (He gets up from the bed) Thank God. I'm starving.

(He collects the tray of food from Silvania and drops it on his table)

Stephen: (smiles) Thank you. We'll let you know if we need anything else

Silvania: (despondently) No problem sir.

Bethany: (she gets up and goes to Stephen) Let's pick it up where we left off baby....

(Bethany pulls back Stephen into a kiss, Then she opens her eyes to see Silvania's reaction)

Silvania: (sadly) Bon appetité.

(She leaves the room)

(At the quarters)
(Silvania sadly enters the room and start packing her things)

Lucas: Silvania.... Is something wrong?

Silvania: (crying profusely) What was I even thinking? Leaving my family and coming on land to meet a man who doesn't even know me or loves me, That was just foolish of me. I'm a fool, I'm a slowpoke, I'm an idiot....

Lucas: Calm down, Silvania. Your emotions are overwhelming you. Tell me what happened.

Silvania: I saw Stephen making out with Bethany and I just got upset, I know I'm not supposed to feel this way because Stephen and I aren't even in a relationship, But I do! I do feel upset... (crying harder)

Lucas: You're packing your bags.... Where are you going?

Silvania: I'm going back to the sea, Where I belong. (She packs her bags and keeps them under her bed) I deserve everything I'm going through right now, I brought this upon myself. I betrayed my mother, my father, my friends, my whole kingdom...

Lucas: Silvania you don't have to do this.

Silvania: I'm sorry Lucas but I do.

Lucas: No. You can't go, You're like a big sister that I never had... Who's gonna watch my back when you're gone?

Silvania: (she cleans her tears) My mind is made up.

(Silvania leaves the house and goes to the ocean. Lucas follows her)

Lucas: (devastated) Silvania please....

Silvania: (tears run down her cheeks) Maybe it'll have been better if I had never come here in the first place. (She gives Lucas her hair clip) That's to remember me by... (She hugs him) I'll miss you...

(Silvania enters the water then takes off her amulet and transforms back into a mermaid while Lucas watches from the beach)

Silvania: Goodbye Lucas.

Lucas: (distraughted) Bye...

(She dives into the water, swimming back to the Mer Kingdom)

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(He's human, She's a mermaid)
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(Underwater)
(Silvania swims pasts some fishes and hears them murmuring)

Silvania: (confused) I wonder what's going on...

(Later)
(She eventually arrives at her family's house)

Beatrice: (shocked) Silvania?

Silvania: (sniffles) Mom...

(Beatrice rushes to embrace her daughter)

Beatrice: (tears drop down her cheeks) I've missed you so much.

Silvania: I thought you'd angry at me...

Beatrice: I was. But I can't stay mad at you forever, When I learnt about your decision, I was truly devastated but I had to accept the fact that you chose to follow your heart.

Silvania: I was just being a lovesick fool. I shouldn't have ever gone to the human world where I don't even belong, I've only experienced suffering there....

Beatrice: Take heart my child... (she notices Silvania's bandaged arm) What is that around your arm?

Silvania: (looking at her arm) Ohhh, I got into a little accident...

(Simon returns to the house from an errand)

Simon: I can't believe this... Silvania?

Silvania: (smiles) I'm back Simon! (She embraces him warmly)

(Donald enters the room)

Donald: (swinging his arms around) I heard Silvania's voice. Is she the one?

(Silvania swims to her father and embraces him)

Silvania: Yes papa, I'm home. (She looks at him) What happened to you?

Beatrice: After you left, King Jerod sent for all of us at the castle and then he blinded your father's eyes as a reward for your disobedience to his laws.

Silvania: (she caresses her father's face) Papa I'm so sorry for the pain I've caused you, I didn't mean for this to happen... (enraged) King Jerod will pay for this!

Beatrice: Silvania, There is another thing you should know...

Silvania: (curiously) What is that?

Beatrice: (sighs in deeply) You've been banished from our Kingdom and the King has declared that if you ever return, You will be killed.

Silvania: (she widens her eyes in fear)

(In Hillwood City)
(Sir Griffin's mansion)
(Stephen & Bethany are relaxing in the lounge)

Bethany: Today has been euphoric.

Stephen: Being with you IS euphoric.

Bethany: Who would have believe we would arrive at this moment? When we first met two years ago, You were just an annoying, authoritative, simple minded person who I didn't want to have anything to do with.

Stephen: (chuckles) People change. Things happen.

(Richard enters the lounge)

Richard: Good evening sir, I came to give you the keys to your Lamborghini.

Stephen: Just drop it on the stool. (He watches as Richard does as he instructed) Where's Silvania and Lucas? I haven't seen them since this afternoon.

Bethany: (disturbed) Why do you care?

Stephen: I'm just concerned.

Bethany: (sternly) Their wellbeing should be none of your business. (She puts Stephen's arm around her neck) And besides, They can handle themselves. (To Richard) Leave us!

Richard: Yes Miss. (He exits the lounge)

(Meanwhile)
(In the ocean - The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle, A guard rushes into the throne room)

Guard: My King!

Princess Marianna: Your king is in his chambers, resting. What message do you have for him?

Guard: There's a rumor that Silvania is now back in the ocean.

Princess Marianna: You're lying...

Guard: I'm afraid not my princess, Many sea creatures have affirmed this. They said she swam to her parent's house after she returned.

Princess Marianna: Then that's where we're going. If really Silvania is now back in the ocean then she is as foolish as the word "foolish" (to the guard) Bring two of your able bodied guards along, We're going to her family's house right away!

Guard: (bows) Yes my princess.

(Meanwhile)
(At Donald's house)

Beatrice: Silvania, You have to go quickly!

Silvania: (crying) Mother, I can't leave you... (She turns to her father and brother) I don't want to leave any of you.

Beatrice: You have to...

Simon: Yeah, It's for your own safety, if the King or his guards finds you here... There'll be no escape.

(Just then, A small turtle enters their home and goes to Simon then whispers in his ear)

Simon: Oh no!

Beatrice: What did the turtle say?

Simon: He said Princess Marianna and three castle guards are on their way here.

Silvania: (panicks) What do I do now?

Beatrice: (seriously) Listen to me. Silvania, You have to go now!

Simon: There's no time. (To Silvania) Quick, Hide!

(As Silvania goes to hide, Princess Marianna and the three castle guards barges into their house)

Princess Marianna: (furiously) WHERE'S SILVANIA?!!!

Beatrice: What are you talking about?

Princess Marianna: What do you mean "What am I talking about''?! I'm talking about Silvania returning back to the ocean and coming straight home. Almost every sea creature we spoke to on our way here confirmed this to be true. Which means she must be in here somewhere.

Beatrice: With all due respect, Princess Marianna, You have no right to barge into my home and say such things.

Princess Marianna: How dare you speak to me in that tone... Do you realize that you are talking to the princess of the ocean?

Beatrice: And do you realize that you are in my home? It's even against the law to barge into someone's home unauthorizedly. (She fires back)

Princess Marianna: Very well. I will pardon you this time, Beatrice... But next time I won't be very kind. (To the guards) Search around the house for Silvania, Leave no stone unturned!

Guards: Yes my princess.

Simon: Hey! What're you doing?!

(The guards shove Simon and his mother aside and search around the house thoroughly)

Guard 1: There's no sign of her, My princess.

Princess Marianna: Hmph, Alright. Maybe I was wrong then.

Beatrice: And maybe we deserve an apology for what you just did.

Princess Marianna: Well you're not getting any. (To the guards) Let's go!

(Princess Marianna and the guards leave the house)

Simon: (sighs in relief) Phew...

(Outside the house)

Guard 1: My princess, Are we just going to leave like that?

Princess Marianna: Sssshhh. I know Silvania is in there, My instincts never deceive me. Just be patient.

(Inside the house)
(Silvania comes out of her hiding)

Simon: You did a great job, Silvania.

Silvania: Thank you...

Beatrice: Silvania you need to leave now before they come back.

Silvania: (sniffles) I'm really going to miss you all. But I know that we'll see each other again one day.

(She hugs her mother, father and brother)

Beatrice: May God be with you my daughter.

Silvania: (she nods her head) Goodbye...

(As Silvania comes out of the house, Princess Marianna grabs her from behind)

Princess Marianna: Gotcha!

Silvania: (she struggles to get free) No...

Princess Marianna: (grins evilly) Oh yes... And now there's no escape!

(Silvania headbutts her from behind and quickly swims away)

Princess Marianna: (growls) Argh! (To the guards) After her! She must not get away!

(Beatrice & Simon are alerted by the commotion and they come out of the house)

Beatrice: (scared) Oh no. Silvania! Swim away, Quickly!

(The guards swim after Silvania in an attempt to catch her but she's too quick. Princess Marianna, however, swiftly catches up to the guards)

Princess Marianna: (to the guards) Incompetent fools!

(She speedily swims past them and gets to Silvania. But before she can grab a hold of her, Silvania takes a small rock and smashes it in her face)

Princess Marianna: (growls in pain) Grrrrr!!! (To the guards) GET HER!

(One of the guards throws his spear at Silvania but Princess Marianna inadvertently gets in the way and the spear stabs her in her tail)

Princess Marianna: (screams) AHHHHHHHH!!!!

(Princess Marianna and the guards watches from a distance as Silvania reaches the surface in safety)

(At the surface of the ocean)
(Silvania raises her head above the water)

Silvania: (looking back) Uh, Thank God they didn't follow me to the surface. (She quickly drags herself to the shore) I need to turn back to a human quickly before anyone sees me. (She searches her body for her amulet but can't find it) No, no, no, no... Where is my amulet? I'm sure I took it with me before I left home. (panicks) If it's not with me, Then that means... (She widens her eyes in fear) Oh no...

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(He's human, She's a mermaid)
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(Silvania fearfully dives back into the water and searches for her amulet just at the surface of the ocean. Luckily, She catches sight of it dangling from a coral)

Silvania: (sighs with utmost relief) Uhhh, Thank goodness....

(She speedily swims to it and grabs it then returns back to the surface and puts it on. Her tail splits into two then transforms into her human legs)

Silvania: (walking out of the water) I can't believe this... (She sits on a rock) I'm now a fugitive.

Lucas: Silvania, You came back!

Silvania: (she turns around) Lucas? You've been here since I left?

Lucas: Yeah. I didn't feel like going back to the quarters, I was really missing you...

(Silvania hugs him)

Silvania: Don't worry, I won't be leaving again.

Lucas: Wait, What happened? Why are you back?

Silvania: (tears run down her cheeks) I've been banished from the Mer Kingdom and if I ever go back, I'll be killed.

Lucas: (sighs) Oh, You poor thing...

Silvania: (crying) I ruined my life, Lucas. Stephen will never love me and I won't be able to see my family again... (crying harder)

Lucas: (pats her) It's ok, It's ok...

(Back in the ocean - The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle, King Jerod heals Princess Marianna's tail injury with his trident)

King Jerod: There. All better.

Princess Marianna: (she flexes her tail) There's no pain. Thank you, Daddy.

King Jerod: You're welcome sweetheart. I have all the power in the ocean, Nothing is above me. Healing you is just child's play.

(The guards bring in Beatrice & Simon)

Princess Marianna: (scornfully) Mmmm, The traitors have arrived. This is gonna be fun.

Beatrice & Simon: (bows) My King...

King Jerod: Is what I'm hearing true? That Silvania returned to the ocean and despite knowing the reward for her treachery and the consequences of your actions, You still went ahead to hide her and help her escape?

(Beatrice and Simon remain silent)

King Jerod: ANSWER ME!!!!

Beatrice: Forgive me my King.

King Jerod: And in her attempts to escape, She injured my daughter severely.

Beatrice: I'm sorry my King but I did what I had to do to protect my daughter.

King Jerod: Ohhh, Is that so? (To the guards) Lock them up in the dungeon till I decide the most befitting way for them to die.

Simon: No! (He tries futilely to fight off the guards)

(The guards overpower Simon and takes him & Beatrice to the dungeon)

(In the dungeon)
(The guards throws Beatrice and Simon in it)

Guard 1: You better start finding this place cozy cause you're never getting out of here. (grins)

Simon: (furiously) Why don't you come closer so I can smack that grin off your face!

Guard 1: I don't have time to play with children.

(He and the other guards swim out of the dungeon gates)

Simon: (about the guard) Asshole. (looking at Beatrice) Mom... You've been awfully quiet

Beatrice: What do you expect me to say? (sighs) I just hope Silvania got back safely... And I'm worrying about your father, How will he be able to survive without us? He's blind.

Simon: Don't worry Mom, I have a plan to get us out of here.

(Later)
(Prince Erik goes to Princess Marianna's chambers)

Prince Erik: (enraged) Why did you do that?

Princess Marianna: (she pretends to not know what he's talking about) Do what?

Prince Erik: You are the reason all of these is happening and you know that! Silvania's dad just lost his eyesight and now her mother and brother are going to be killed because of you. Don't you even have any pity for them?

Princess Marianna: First of all, Don't ever blame me for Silvania's family misfortune and second of all, The reason her family is suffering is because of her!

Prince Erik: I don't see you as a sister anymore, You are a monster! You've always been jealous of Silvania because she's prettier than you, smarter than you, sings better than you.... Even her tail shines brighter than yours.

(Princess Marianna angrily slaps Erik across the face)

Princess Marianna: (furiously) How dare you say such things to me? Get out of my room!

Prince Erik: Go to hell.

Princess Marianna: OUT!!!

(He leaves her room)

(In Hillwood City)
(At Connor's house)

Connor: (holding Veronica's waist) I've missed your warm body so much.

Veronica: Now's not the time for sexual intimacy. I have good news.

Connor: Go on with it...

Veronica: (she frees herself from Connor and goes to sit on the couch) I've been having appointments with my doctor and he said there's a higher chance of me having a baby boy.

Connor: (smirks) Nice.

Veronica: Which means it's time to obliterate the only obstacle on our road to permanent riches. And by that I mean, To kill Stephen Griffin.

Connor: (smiles menacingly) Trust me... (He grabs his pistol on the footstool) I never disappoint.

Veronica: (getting up from the couch) Kill Stephen and make sure no one finds his dead body.

Connor: (grins) They won't.

(Later)
(At Sir Griffin's house)
(Silvania & Lucas return to house)

Rosemary: Finally, You two are back. Where'd you go?

Lucas: We just went out for a stroll.

Rosemary: You shouldn't have left the house unannounced. Next time, Inform someone before leaving.

Silvania: We're sorry. It won't happen again.

Rosemary: It's alright. I'm done with the kitchen, You can start cleaning up.

Silvania: Okay, I will.

Rosemary: Lucas, I'll need your help with something. Follow me.

(As Rosemary & Lucas leaves the kitchen, Silvania starts cleaning the kitchen walls)

Silvania: (singing) �� From Tower Hill to Blackwall, I'll wander, weep and moan, All for my jolly sailor. Until he sails home.... My heart is pierced by Cupid, I disdain all glittering gold, There is nothing can console me, But my jolly sailor bold ��

(Her mesmerizing enchanting voice fills the room)

(Meanwhile)
(In the lounge)

Bethany: I'm exhausted.

Stephen: Me too.

Bethany: And hungry.

Stephen: So?

Bethany: So go bring me some food.

Stephen: I'll be back.

(Stephen approaches the kitchen and hears Silvania singing)

Stephen: That voice. I remember it...

(He enters the kitchen and sees that Silvania is the one singing)

Silvania: (sings) �� Come all ye pretty fair maids, Whoever you may be, Who love a jolly sailor bold that ploughs the raging sea.... My heart is pierced by Cupid, I disdain all glittering gold. There is nothing can console me, But my jolly sailor bold ��

Stephen: (surprised) Silvania...

To be Continued

The Fault in our Romance Episode 21
(He's human, She's a mermaid)
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(Silvania turns around to see Stephen at her back)

Silvania: Sir Stephen?

Stephen: (amazed) Wow. Where'd you learn to sing like that?

Silvania: (smiles) My mother taught me.

Stephen: She did well, Your voice is so unique and enthralling.

Silvania: (blushes) Thank you sir.

Stephen: You remind me of someone, A girl. She once sang to me after she rescued me from an accident. Her voice is quite similar to yours.

Silvania: (she stares at him, smiling) Really?

Stephen: Yeah. (he takes a bag of chips from the cabinet) Anyways, Keep it up. You have a gift. (He sees her bandaged arm) What happened to you?

Silvania: I just had a little accident. But I'm fine now.

Stephen: Alright then...

(Silvania smiles happily as Stephen leaves the kitchen)

(In the ocean - The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)

Prince Erik: Dad, You've locked up that innocent mermaid, Alana, for about three days now. When are you going to release her?

King Jerod: Till she's ready to tell the truth.

Prince Erik: What makes you think she was lying?

King Jerod: (angrily) Because she is. End of discussion!

(A guard swims into the throne room)

Guard: (bows) My King... The mermaid you convicted three days ago said she's ready to confess.

King Jerod: I've convicted a lot of mermaids the past three days. Be more specific.

Guard: The mermaid who said her name is Alana.

King Jerod: Hmmm, My son and I were just discussing about her....What a coincidence. Bring her to me!

Guard: As you wish my King (he bows before he leaves)

(Few seconds later, He returns with Alana)

King Jerod: Are you ready to tell the truth?

Alana: I wasn't lying, My King. I saw those objects in a boat which sunk at the ocean and I can show you where it is.

King Jerod: (to the guards) Follow her and find out if she's telling the truth.

(The guards leave the castle with Alana)

(Few hours later)
(They return back to the castle)

Guard: My King, She's wasn't lying. We did find a sunken boat with a lot of surface objects.

King Jerod: (To Alana) Very well. You have redeemed yourself, You're now free to go.

Alana: (happily) Thank you very much my King.

(Alana hurriedly swims out of the castle)

Prince Erik: A wise decision, Father.

King Jerod: I'm sure if Marianna was here, She'd convince me otherwise....

(Next Morning)
(At Sir Griffin's mansion)

Stephen: Morning Dad.

Sir Griffin: (he notices his corporate outfit) Where are you going this early? You have an appointment?

Stephen: There's been some issues at the company and I need to go settle it. At least I'll be home before 6pm.

Veronica: Aren't you going to have breakfast before leaving?

Stephen: No, It's fine.

Veronica: (smiles) I insist. I made some pancakes.

Stephen: No need, I'll eat at work.

(He leaves the house)

(Meanwhile)
(In the kitchen)

Silvania: Good morning Rose. (smiling)

Rosemary: What's gotten you so excited today?

Silvania: Hmmm, I just feel like my dreams are about to come true...

Rosemary: (chuckles) You do realize we're in the real world, With no fantasies.

Silvania: That still, It doesn't hurt to dream big and pray that it comes to pass. (giggles)

Rosemary: Whatever. (points) Please help me take that tray of pancakes and tea to Madam Veronica's room

Silvania: No problem.

(Silvania approaches Veronica's room and hears her talking to someone. She then puts her ear to the door and eavesdrop)

Veronica: Hello?

Connor: (over the phone) I can hear you...

Veronica: Good, Because Stephen just left the house and he's heading to Old Miller road, He's driving a black Chevrolet car. Get your boys ready and do not make any mistake. Kill Stephen and make sure no one finds his body!

Connor: I will.

Veronica: Excellent. (she hangs up)

(Outside Veronica's room)

Silvania: (thinks) Oh no, Stephen's step mom is planning to kill him. (she paces around) I can't let her know that I overheard her...

(Silvania goes back to the kitchen with the tray of food)

Silvania: Where's Rosemary?

Lucas: She went out few seconds ago. Any problem?

Silvania: (sighs) There's something I have to tell you. I overheard Madam Veronica telling someone to follow Stephen to Old Miller road and kill him.

Lucas: (doubtedly) Silvania, Are you sure about this?

Silvania: Yes.

Lucas: I don't believe. Madam Veronica is a really nice woman, She couldn't do something like that.

Silvania: Lucas, I'm very sure. I know what I heard.

Lucas: Look, I'm going to advise you.... Just mind your business and focus on your work. It's the only way to stay out of trouble.

Silvania: (disturbed) Fine.

(In the ocean - The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)

Princess Marianna: Suzanne! Where have you been?!

Suzanne: Guess what?

Princess Marianna: I hate guessing.

Suzanne: I was out swimming when I saw this.... (She shows Marianna a photo frame)

Princess Mariana: What is that?

Suzanne: Uh, It's called a photo frame. And guess who's on it? (She gives the photo frame to Marianna)

Princess Marianna: (she looks at it and sees that the person is Stephen) Wow. It's that human that I fell in love with. Where did you find it?

Suzanne: I saw a car which sunk at the bottom of the ocean, I swam to it and I checked what was in it and I saw that photo frame along with numerous other items.

Princess Marianna: I hope you didn't bring any of them here apart from the photo frame?

Suzanne: No I didn't.

Princess Marianna: Good. Because those are what my father calls "surface objects", And we'll be in trouble if we're found with them. (staring at Stephen's photo with passion) But not to worry, I'll keep this one hidden.

(Meanwhile)
(Old Miller Road)

Stephen: (thinks) I wonder what the issue at the company is, But Alex assured me he'd handle things....What could be the problem this time?

(From the mirror, Stephen notices two cars following him)

Stephen: (puzzled) Those two cars have been behind me for a while now....

(Stephen takes an exit and immediately gets back on the highway, Still unsure, He slows down his car, other cars behind him passes by but the two cars doesn't. And then it becomes clear to him)

Stephen: Oh shit! Those cars are following me...

(Connor pulls his head out of one of the cars & shoots at Stephen but he misses, And the bullets passes overhead, denting the windscreen)

Connor: (To his boys) We have to bring him to a halt!

(Connor continously shoots at Stephen which causes him inadvertently go out of the main road, Into the woods)

Stephen: Oh shit!

(Stephen gets out of the car and turn around to see his attackers as they come out from their cars as well but they're all masked)

Connor: (To his boys) Get him! And don't let him see your faces!

(Stephen runs off and Connor and his boys give a hot pursuit. Stephen keeps running till he reaches the edge of the cliff, He looks down and sees a waterfall. He then looks back to see Connor in a close range)

Stephen: Who the hell are you?! And what do you want?!

Connor: (he cocks his gun while pointing it at Stephen) Goddamn you!

(Stephen jumps off the edge of the cliff but Connor rushes to the edge and shoots him in the back, Twice)

Stephen: (groans) Uh!

(He loses consciousness and falls into the stream of water below)
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The Fault in our Romance Episode 22
(He's human, She's a mermaid)
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(Stephen drowns in the water, with his body sinking below. Just then, Silvania, As a mermaid, appears & swims to him then carries him to the surface of the river)

Silvania: It's okay, Stephen... You're safe now

(She drags his body to the riverbank and gives him a mouth to mouth resuscitation but he doesn't show any sign of consciousness)

Silvania: (panicks) No, no, no... Stephen! Wake up!

(She keeps on giving him mouth to mouth resuscitation until he regains consciousness and coughs out water on her face)

Stephen: (coughing harder)

Silvania: (sighs in relief) Thank God, You're alive! (tapping him) Stephen...

(Before he can open his eyes, He goes unconscious again)

Silvania: (sadly) He went unconscious again...

Voice: (shouts) Mermaid! That's a real life mermaid!

(Silvania looks up to see four fishermen running towards her and Stephen with their spears and hooks)

Silvania: Uh, Not again...

(She dives back into the water and swims to the bottom for safety and watches from below. The men approaches Stephen)

Fisherman 1: It seems like the mermaid rescued this young man from drowning. (To the others) We have to get him to the hospital.

Fisherman 2: No, We need to find that mermaid, A real life mermaid will earn us a fortune! (He looks into the river) But I can't see her, I wonder where she went.

Fisherman 3: She's still in that river somwhere. Let's just get this man to the hospital first and then we'll come back to look for her.

(Sir Griffin's mansion)
(In Veronica's room, Veronica phones Connor)

Veronica: Hello? Connor?

Connor: (over the phone) Hey babe. I know what you're about to ask me and yes, We succeeded. Stephen is dead.

Veronica: (laughs in ecstasy) This is great news!

Connor: (over the phone) I killed him and dumped his dead body in a river and he sank to the bottom, He'll start decaying in about 24 hours.

Veronica: Very good, Connor. You've made me VERY happy. Be expecting me to come over later to warm your bed... (giggles)

Connor: I sure well...

Veronica: (she hangs up) Ugh, Now I just have to keep up this false act until Sir Griffin signs all his properties to my child and then... He'll join his beloved son in heaven.

(At Sir Griffin's house)
(At the quarters, Silvania hurriedly enters the room amd locks the door)

Silvania: (she lays on her bed & heaves a sigh of relief)

Lucas: Whoa, What was chasing you? And why're you wet?

Silvania: I was right, Lucas. Madam Veronica sent some men after Stephen, I just rescued him from drowning in the river close to Old Miller road.

Lucas: Ohh, This is serious. I still can't believe this, Why would she want to kill Stephen?

Silvania: I have no idea.

Lucas: So after you saved him what happened?

Silvania: Some fishermen took him away from the riverbank.

Lucas: They're taking him to the hospital...

Silvania: What's a hospital?

Lucas: It's where he can be treated....Does Sir Griffin know about this?

Silvania: No, he doesn't. Should we tell him?

Lucas: Not yet. I don't want us to implicate ourselves.

(Lucas puts on the TV)

News Reporter: And just in, There's been news of mermaid sightings at the river close to Old Miller road. (She puts her microphone to the fisherman who saw Silvania) So Sir, Could please tell us what she looked like?

Fisherman 1: She had long black hair, silver eyes and a golden tail... Her hair was adorned with shiny pearls, She's the most beautiful creature I've ever seen...

News Reporter: (she takes away her microphone from him) Thank you. (to the viewers) Apparently, There's been an offer - There is a $12 million reward for anyone who can find this mermaid...

(Lucas puts off the TV)

Silvania: (scared) Oh no...

Lucas: This is really bad, The fishermen who saw you told many people about it and now everyone will be hunting for a mermaid. Look, Silvania... No matter what happens, No one must ever know what you are, Not even Stephen. Okay?

Silvania: (she nods her head) Okay.

(Underwater - In the Mer Kingdom)
(Prince Erik goes to visit Alana)

Alana: (suprised) My prince... You're in my house

Prince Erik: Yeah.

Alana: (bows) To what do I owe this visit?

Prince Erik: I came to apologize for what my father did. I mean, Locking an innocent mermaid up for three days with no food was quite cruel.

Alana: You didn't have to. I'm alright, As you can see...

Prince Erik: Alana right?

Alana: Yeah, I was named after my grandmother. (smiles)

Prince Erik: I see... (He looks around the house) You live alone?

Alana: No, I've lived with my grandma ever since my parents and siblings died due to a disease outbreak...

Prince Erik: That's sorrowful... So, Where is your grandma?

Alana: She's in her room sleeping, I'll let her know that you visited when she wakes up.

Prince Erik: No, Don't let anyone know I visited. Just keep this between us, Okay?

Alana: Okay...

(He winks at her then swims out of her house)

(That night)
(In Sir Griffin's living room)

Sir Griffin: It's almost 8pm and Stephen isn't back yet, I wonder what's keeping him.

Bethany: I texted him on WhatsApp but he hasn't even read my messages neither has he replied my calls.

Sir Griffin: (he tries to call Stephen) His number isn't even going through. It's saying "Not reachable"

(Richard enters the living room)

Richard: (despondently) Sir...

Sir Griffin: What's the matter?

(Bethany slowly stands up from the couch, focusing her attention on Richard to know what he's about to say)

Richard: Sir, I got a call that Stephen's at the hospital.

Sir Griffin & Bethany: WHAT?!!!

Richard: He was taken there this afternoon. They said he got into an accident.

Sir Griffin: (looking around in panick) No, no, no... We have to get to hospital now. Where's Veronica?

Richard: I don't know sir.

Bethany: Forget about her! We have to get to the hospital quickly! (To Richard) Get the keys to the car, You're driving us!

Richard: Yes Miss.

(Later)
(Hillwood Central Hospital)
(Sir Griffin and Bethany enter the hospital)

Sir Griffin: (worriedly) Dr Mike!

Dr Mike: Good evening Sir Griffin...

Sir Griffin: What happened to my son? How is he?

Dr Mike: Calm down sir, Stephen is doing fine now. When he was brought here, He had two gunshot wounds at his back. So we extracted the bullets and now we'll need to stitch the injury closed. But that's gonna cost a lot of money

Sir Griffin: No problem, Just do whatever you can to save my son.

Dr Mike: No problem sir. Excuse me... (He leaves the room)

Sir Griffin: (sighs) My poor son...

Bethany: (sniffles) My poor husband-to-be...

(Meanwhile)
(Back at Sir Griffin's mansion)
(Veronica calls Connor again)

Veronica: (enraged) This idiot better pick up... (Connor answers the call) Connor?

Connor: Hey babe...

Veronica: Don't ''Hey babe" me, You incompetent maniac!

Connor: (over the phone) What's the issue this time?

Veronica: (angrily) When I called you earlier, What did you tell me? That Stephen was dead. Imagine my suprise when I overheard the driver saying that Stephen survived and he has been rushed to the hospital!

Connor: (over the phone) Huh?

Veronica: (she hisses at him) You are a disappointment, Do you hear me? A DISAPPOINTMENT! Now listen very good, You better find a way to get into that hospital and kill Stephen or else I'll find you and kill you myself! (She angrily cuts the phone call and paces around her room in worry) Argh! This cannot be happening...

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Episode 23/24
The Fault in our Romance Episode 23
(He’s a human, She’s a mermaid)
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(Three days later)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(In the kitchen)

Silvania: (happily) Good morning Rose.

Rosemary: Good morning Silvania. (She sees her putting food in a food flask) Uhhh, Who is that for?

Silvania: I’m going to visit a friend, And I thought I’d give him this.

Rosemary: Mmmm, That friend must be special.

Silvania: He is. (She puts the food flask in a bag) See you later.

Rosemary: Alright. Bye.

(At Hillwood Central Hospital)
(In the waiting room)

Silvania: (excitedly) I can’t wait to see Stephen…

(Nurse Linda enters the room)

Silvania: Good morning

Nurse Linda: Morning…

Silvania: I’m here to see Stephen Griffin, I brought something for him.

Nurse Linda: Okay, His ward is WARD 23.

Silvania: Thanks.

(In Stephen’s ward)

Silvania: Good morning Sir Stephen!

Stephen: Silvania, What’re you doing here?

Silvania: Isn’t it obvious? I came to see you… And I brought something for you. (She takes out the food flask from the bag and drops it on the table)

Stephen: Mmm, What’s in it?

Silvania: (she sits on his bed) Oatmeal and plantain.

Stephen: Wow, That’s my favorite. (He takes the flask and opens it) How’d you know?

Silvania: (blushes) A magician never reveals his secret.

Stephen: (chuckles) Ok then. (He starts eating) Thanks for coming to see me, It shows you care.

Silvania: You’re welcome sir. (she gets up from the bed) I should get going now, Get well soon…

Stephen: No, Silvania wait!

Silvania:
Is there a problem?
Stephen: I want to ask for a favor… I want you to sing to me (smiles) I’m not going to deny it but I love hearing you sing, It gives me a sensation of calmness and tranquility.

Silvania: (she sits on his bed, smiling sheepishly) Your wish is granted… (laughs)

Stephen: (laughs)

Silvania: (she closes her eyes and sings) His hair it hangs in ringlets, His eyes as black as coal, My happiness attend him, Wherever he may go… From Tower Hill to Blackwall, I’ll wander, weep and moan, All for my jolly sailor, Until he sails home…

Stephen: (amazed) Wow…

(Silvania blushes as she takes her hair behind her ear)

Stephen: You have the most beautiful voice…

Silvania: Like you said… It’s a gift

Stephen: It really is. Continue.

Silvania: (singing) My heart is pierced by Cupid, I disdain all glittering gold, There is nothing can console me, But my jolly sailor bold

(Just then, Bethany enters Stephen’s ward. Silvania sees her and quickly stands up from Stephen’s bed)

Stephen: Bethany, Hey…

Bethany: (looking at Silvania) What was going on in here?

Stephen: Silvania just came by to see me.

Bethany: No, no, no… She was singing to you (to Silvania) Why were you doing that?!

Silvania: He asked me to…

(Before Silvania can complete her sentence, Bethany gives her a resounding slap across her face)

Stephen: (infuriated) Bethany!

Bethany: (angrily, To Silvania) Even after all my warnings, You’ve still refused to stay away from my fiance… How dare you! (She slams Silvania against the wall)

Stephen: (he angrily gets up from his bed and seperates Bethany from Silvania) Bethany what’s your problem?! She just came by to drop breakfast and I asked her to sing to me!

Bethany: (furiously) Ugh, Why do you always defend her?

Stephen: (he sighs as he covers his face with his palms, visibly stressed out)

Bethany: (gasps) Hold on… You love her don’t you?

Stephen: (tiredly) Bethany don’t be silly…

Bethany: (crying) Okay then, Maybe I should just leave you both alone… I hope you two will be very happy together!

(She exits Stephen’s ward)

Silvania: (remorsefully) Sir Stephen, I’m so so sorry… I didn’t mean for this to happen…

Stephen: It’s fine. Thanks anyways, For coming by to see me.

Silvania: You’re welcome. (She carries the bag) I’ll be leaving now, Bye…

Stephen: Bye.

(In the ocean – The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)
(In Princess Marianna’s chambers, She lays on her oyster bed, daydreaming about Stephen)

Princess Marianna: (smiling) Huhhh…

(Suzanne enters her chambers)

Suzanne: Hey Marianna.

Princess Marianna: (annoyed) Ugh, What’s your problem?

Suzanne:


(confused) How do you mean?
Princess Marianna: I was daydreaming about that gorgeous human until you interrupted. (She viciously grabs Suzanne) Suzanne! I’m going to run mad if I don’t see him again!

Suzanne: Calm down sweetheart… (She slowly frees herself from Marianna’s grasp) Anyways, I went back to that sunken car and I found this… (She shows Marianna Stephen’s ID card)

Princess Marianna: (looking at the ID card) Woah, The name of that human is Stephen… Stephen Griffin

Suzanne: Yup.

Princess Marianna: (scoffs) But this is useless, It’s not like I’m ever gonna be able to go on land and be with him just like Silvania did. (an idea pops into her head) Hmm, There might still be a way after all… (She exchanges evil glances with Suzanne)

(Meanwhile)
(At Connor’s house)
(Veronica enters the house, walks past Connor then turns around to look at him)

Veronica: Why haven’t you been picking my calls?

Connor: I’ve been busy.

Veronica: Busy? Now tell me, What have you been doing this past few days because Stephen is still alive in that hospital!

Connor: Veronica, How do you expect me to kill someone in a hospital with securities that are too many to bypass?

Veronica: Aren’t you supposed to be an evil mastermind? You assured me you had everything under control and now look what happened… We failed!

Connor: I know I shot him in the back twice. I still have no idea how he managed to survive… It’s like he has a guardian angel watching over him and protecting him

Veronica: (enraged) Guardian angel my foot! If you don’t find a way to kill Stephen, I will…

Connor: Enough with the threats okay? You know you can’t do anything to me.

Veronica: Ahhh, Really?

Connor: Without a doubt.

Veronica: Alright then…

(Veronica bumps Connor in the shoulder as she furiously leaves the house, slamming the door at him)

(Meanwhile)
(At Sir Griffin’s house)

Sir Griffin: Richard!

Richard: Yes Sir?

Sir Griffin: Where’s Veronica?

Richard: I don’t know sir, But I saw her leaving the house earlier today.

(Just then, Veronica enters the house)

Sir Griffin: Where have you been?

Veronica: Oh, Umm… I went to see a friend.

Sir Griffin: Alright alright. I’m going to the hospital to visit Stephen and I want you to come with me.

Veronica: Okay, No problem. Just hold on, Let me just package something for him. You know hospital food is usually yucky.

Sir Griffin: Hurry up. (He leaves the house and goes to the garage)

(At the quarters)
(Silvania enters the room)

Lucas: Where have you been? I’ve been cleaning the whole house by myself since morning.

Silvania: Sorry. I just went to see Stephen at the hospital.

Lucas: (smiling) Mmm, I guess something romantic happened.

Silvania: Well… I sang to him, Things were going well till Bethany came and attacked me. She got angry at Stephen then left.

Lucas: One question, Why do you always allow Bethany to get away with everything she’s doing to you?

Silvania: What do you expect me to do? Fight her?

Lucas: Yes!

Silvania: Lucas, I can’t do that… I don’t want to invite problems to myself.

(Bethany furiously barges into their room)

Bethany: (To Silvania) You! Start packing all of your things, You’re leaving this house!

Silvania: Huh?

Bethany: (enraged) I SAID YOU SHOULD START PACKING ALL OF YOUR WRETCHED THINGS, YOUR LEAVING THIS HOUSE THIS MINUTE!

Silvania: Look, Miss Bethany… There’s no way I’m leaving this house until the person who employed me, asks me to leave.

Bethany: Well I’m Stephen’s fianceé, And I’m telling you to leave!

Silvania: Maybe I wasn’t clear… I said I’m not leaving this house until Sir Stephen himself, tells me to leave.

Bethany: Oh, I see you’ve grown wild… But I’ll tame you

(Bethany raises her hand to slap Silvania but she grabs a hold of her wrist)

Bethany: (gasps)

Silvania: (sternly) Don’t ever try to do that again. (She lets go of Bethany’s wrist)

Lucas: (To Bethany) Get out of here!

Bethany: (To Silvania) I’m not finished with you yet…

(Bethany angrily grabs Silvania by her neck but accidentally cuts her amulet)

Silvania: (she immediately touches her neck) My amulet!

Lucas: (worriedly) Oh no…

(Silvania collapses on the floor & watches as her legs fuses back into a golden-orange mermaid tail right in Bethany’s presence)

Bethany: (horrified) Bloody hell…

The Fault in our Romance
Episode 24
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(Bethany stares at Silvania in horror)

Bethany: (shocked) You have a tail…

Silvania: Bethany please, You can’t tell anyone about this

Bethany: And your face, It’s different… (she glances at the amulet and then looks back at Silvania) How? What sort of sorcery is this?

Silvania: I’m a mermaid, Bethany. I fell in love with Stephen and I had to become human to be with him and the only way it was possible is through that amulet. As amulet changed me from a mermaid to a human, It also altered my facial appearance…

Bethany:
(still unsure) No, no, no… This is a dream, It can’t be real. (She pinches herself) I have to wake up from this nightmare!
Silvania: Bethany you aren’t dreaming…

(Bethany lifts up Silvania’s tail and when she realizes it’s an actual tail, She drops it in fright and backs away from the Silvania)

Bethany: (closing her eyes) Uhhh…

(Bethany suddenly passes out)

Lucas: (gasps) She fainted…

Silvania: Quick! My amulet!

(Lucas takes the amulet from Bethany and gives it back to Silvania, She collects it and quickly wears it around her neck then watches as her tail changes back into legs)

Silvania: (standing up from the floor) Let’s get her to my bed…

Lucas: Okay

(Silvania & Lucas carry Bethany to Silvania’s bed)

Lucas: This is really really REALLY bad. Bethany is never going to keep her mouth shut.

Silvania: Well, We’ll never know until she wakes up.

(Meanwhile)
(At Hillwood Central Hospital)
(Sir Griffin & Veronica enter Stephen’s ward)

Stephen: Good evening Dad…

Sir Griffin: Evening son. I see you’re in better health now?

Stephen: I am.

Veronica: (she sits on his bed) I brought you some packaged sandwiches. I know the food they’ll serve here is gross. (She hands him the sandwich) Go on, Take a bite… (smirks)

Stephen: (he bites the sandwich and chews it) Mmm, Tastes good. What’s in it?

Veronica: Bread, lettuce, mayonnaise, meat and a special ingredient…

Stephen: And what’s that special ingredient?

Veronica: (smiling) Love.

Stephen: (he laughs and keeps on eating the sandwiches)

Sir Griffin: How I wish you saw the faces of your attackers, They would’ve been rotting in jail by now.

Stephen: Yeah but they were all wearing masks. I wouldn’t be surprised if that person is someone I know or if that person is conspiring with someone i know.

Sir Griffin: Really, People can’t be trusted…

(Veronica nervously gulps down her saliva)

Stephen: Indeed.

Sir Griffin: Anyways, I thought Bethany would be here.

Stephen: (he keeps on eating the sandwich) She came here this morning but she and I had a little argument and then she left. Her attitude is suddenly changing, Dad and I’m getting tired of it.

Sir Griffin: If you really love her, You’d learn to cope with her.

Veronica: Umm, I’m pressed. Where’s the restroom?

Sir Griffin: It’s just down the hall.

Veronica: Okay. I’ll be right back.

(Veronica leaves Stephen’s ward and goes to the restroom)

Sir Griffin: You two should just take things easy, Okay?

Stephen: Yeah. I hear you.

Sir Griffin: I’ll be going now, If your stepmom returns just tell her I’m at the parking lot.

Stephen: Sure.

(Meanwhile)
(In the restroom)

Veronica: (she calls Connor) Connor.

Connor: (over the phone) Hello?

Veronica: I’m here at the hospital, And there aren’t too many securities. I’ll snap and send you some of the entrances which you can use to sneak into the hospital so you can carry out your mission. Understood?

Connor: Yeah.

Veronica: (smirks) I also put turkey meat in the sandwich I brought for Stephen, It’s going to make him very sleepy so he won’t be able to call for help when he sees you about to kill him.

Connor: Are you sure about this?

Veronica: Yes! Look, Turkey meat contains Tryptophan which causes drowsiness. Look, I don’t have time to go into all that details, Just make sure you kill him…And do not fail me this time. (She hangs up) All I have to do now is to find all of the entrances in this hospital and snap them then send it to Connor. And bam! Mission accomplished. (grinning menacingly)

(In


the ocean – The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)
(In the dungeon)
Beatrice: Simon, We’ve been in here for days now.

Simon: Calm down, Mom… I’m just waiting for the perfect moment to get us out

(Suddenly, A guard enters their dungeon carrying two silver platters)

Guard: Food is ready!

Simon: (looking at the platter) Lobsters and baby octopuses?

Guard: Yup. The King isn’t totally heartless, He wants to feed you well before he kills you. (chuckles)

(He throws the food at them and is about to leave)

Simon: Mom, Now!

(Beatrice takes the silver platters and uses it to knock out the guard)

Beatrice: (panting) I can’t believe I just did that…

Simon: The dungeon gates are open, Now’s our chance!

(Simon grabs the guard’s spear and he & Beatrice rush to the dungeon gates. Unfortunately, Another guard approaches them while pointing his spear at them)

Guard 2: (grinning) You’re not going anywhere!

(Beatrice hides behind Simon & he rushes to the guard and they fight. Simon blocks the guard’s attacks but the guard eventually knocks the spear from Simon’s hand )

Guard 2: (smirks) Maybe I should just kill you now…

(Just then, Someone snaps the guard’s neck from behind. As the guard collapses, Simon and Beatrice see Prince Erik)

Simon & Beatrice: (suprised) Prince Erik?

Prince Erik: You need to get out of here quickly, Once you leave the dungeon, You’ll see a large narrow tube, It leads to outside of the castle and once you’re out. You must go to the Caves of Auborea, No one will ever find you there.

Beatrice: (sighs) Thank you so much, Prince Erik. We’re really grateful.

Prince Erik: My pleasure…You need to leave right away before my father notices you’re gone.

Beatrice & Simon: Okay.

(Outside the castle)

Simon: We did it. We’re out!

Beatrice: We can’t just leave without your father, Let’s go get him fast

Simon: Alright…

(At Donald’s house)
(Simon & Beatrice enter the house)

Beatrice: Donald…

Donald: (swinging his arms around) Beatrice, Is that you?

Beatrice: Yes.

Donald: Where have you been all these days?

Beatrice: It’s a long story. Listen, We need to get out of here as fast as possible… The King’s guards might be on their way here (To Simon) Help me.

(Simon & Beatrice carry Donald and they hastily exit their house to the Caves of Auborea)

(Hillwood City)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(At the quarters)

Lucas: I’m really nervous for you, Silvania… (biting his fingernails) You and Bethany haven’t really been on good terms. What happens when she wakes up?

Silvania: I really don’t know, Lucas. (she sighs with anxiety)

(Bethany gasps as she regains consciousness)

Silvania: Bethany?

Bethany: (she sits up from the bed) No, no, no… Get away from me!

Silvania: I won’t hurt you, I’m not dangerous…

Bethany: You had a tail, An orange tail. (looking around) Hold on, The drawing in Stephen’s sketchpad is you! When I removed that amulet… Your face changed and you looked just like that girl in Stephen’s sketchpad.

Silvania: Yes. That’s because I’m the girl who saved Stephen from drowning but he doesn’t know who I am.

Bethany: (gasps) And her name was “Silvania”, It all makes sense now.

Silvania: Bethany, You can’t tell anyone about this…

Bethany: Never! (menacingly) I have the upperhand on you now and I’m going to make sure the whole world knows the kind of hideous monstrous creature that you are!

(Bethany stands up from the bed but Silvania grabs her hand and goes down on her knees)

Silvania: Bethany please… I beg you

Bethany: Get away from me you disgusting freak of nature!

(Bethany hits Silvania in the face with her knee then rushes to the door but Lucas blocks her path)

Lucas: (adamantly) You’re not going anywhere.

(Bethany quickly grabs the pole from the curtains amd starts beating Lucas with it. Silvania hurries to her, pulls her from Lucas then backhands her brutally, across her face)

Bethany: Ahhh!

(Silvania pins Bethany to the wall and they attempt to strangle each other. Bethany savagely grabs the wall clock and breaks it on Silvania’s head then she runs out of the room, leaving their quarters)

Silvania: (clutching onto the back of her head) Uhhh…

Lucas: Silvania… (He helps her up from the floor) Are you okay?

Silvania: (recovering from the hit) Been better. (She widens her eyes in fear and quickly gets up from the floor) Oh no, She’s gone…

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Episode 25
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(Hours later)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(In the kitchen, Rosemary hums as she washes the dishes)

Rosemary: I wonder why Silvania and Lucas haven’t come here yet, Only God knows what they’re doing at their quarters.

(Rosemary turns around to see Bethany)

Rosemary: (suprised) Miss Bethany?

Bethany: Silvania’s still in her quarters right?

Rosemary: Yeah, She should be.

Bethany: (smiling) Perfect.

Rosemary: Is there a problem?

Bethany: None that concerns you…

(Bethany suddenly exits the kitchen and locks the door from outside, trapping Rosemary inside the kitchen)

Rosemary: (banging on the door) Miss Bethany! Miss Bethany!

Bethany: (to herself) This is to make sure no one is able to rescue that disgusting monstrous freak of nature from me!

(Meanwhile)
(At the quarters)

Silvania: Lucas, I’m so so scared, What do I do now? I’m too afraid to even go out.

Lucas: (holding his head in worry) I don’t know…

(Just then, Bethany barges into their quarters)

Bethany: (laughing) I’m back!

Silvania: Bethany?

(Bethany quickly pushes Lucas into the toilet and locks him inside it)

Bethany: Remain in there, Little rat.

Lucas: (from inside the toilet) Hey! Let me out!

(Bethany turns to Silvania and smiles widely)

Silvania: (confused) What are you doing?!

(Bethany takes out a tranquilizer from her purse then injects it in Silvania’s shoulder)

Silvania: (closing her eyes) Uhh… (she collapses on the floor as she goes unconscious)

Bethany: (laughing maniacally) Hahahahahahaha!

(Underwater – The Mer Kingdom)
(Prince Erik goes to visit Alana)

Alana: Prince Erik, Hi! (smiling)

Prince
Erik: I came by to see you.
Alana: Awwnn, That’s very thoughtful of you.

Prince Erik: Are you busy at home? I wanna show you something.

Alana: No, Not at all. What’d you wanna show me?

Prince Erik: Come with me…

(Prince Erik takes Alana to a sunken ship at the bottom of the ocean)

Alana: Woah, It’s really dark down here. I’ve never swam these depths before.

Prince Erik: (grins) There’s a first time for everything.

(Prince Erik takes Alana inside the ship)

Prince Erik: (he puts on a torchlight amd points it around) Can you see better now?

Alana: Yeah. Hold up, isn’t that a surface object?

Prince Erik: Yup. It’s called a torchlight, It’s also water-resistant. (He points the light to the shelves, revealing hundreds of surface objects) There they are…

Alana: (amazed) Woah, Where’d you get all these?

Prince Erik: I found them here actually. And I thought you might have some interests in them

Alana: I do but if the King sees them with me, I’d be in a lot of trouble.

Prince Erik: I guess we’re gonna have to keep it a secret then, Agreed?

Alana: (smiling) Agreed.

(Meanwhile)
(In the Caves of Auborea)

Simon: (swimming into the cave) I collected enough kelp that’ll last us till tomorrow.

Beatrice: Thank you.

Donald: For how long are we going to stay in this cave, Beatrice?

Beatrice: (sighs) I don’t know. But atleast we should be grateful that we’re safe. And we have all we need – Food, Shelter…

Donald: I guess you’re right. (swinging his arms around) Could you please pass me some sea kelp, I’m hungry.

Beatrice: (smiling) Sure…

(Meanwhile)
(Hillwood Central hospital)
(At the hallway)

Dr Mike: Nurse Linda, How is Sir Stephen?

Nurse Linda: He’s fast asleep.

Dr Mike: It’s almost time for him to take his daily dose of injection.

Nurse Linda: Alright, I’ll wake him up and let him know.

(Meanwhile)
(In Stephen’s ward, Connor disguises as a nurse and enters his ward)

Stephen: (snoring)

Connor: (looking at Stephen) Hmph! Such an idiot. (he puts on his mask) To make sure no one sees me… (He takes out his knife and raises it above Stephen’s chest) So long, You son of a bitch!

(Just then, Nurse Linda enters Stephen’s ward)

Nurse Linda: (screams) Ahhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!

Connor: (he turns around and sees her) Oh shit…

(Connor swiftly jumps out of the window as Dr Mike enters Stephen’s ward)

Dr Mike: Nurse Linda, What happened? Why were you screaming?

Nurse Linda: There was a man, He was in here holding a knife… He was about to kill Sir Stephen! He just jumped out through the windows

Dr


Mike: That means someone is indeed after his life. Did you see what he looked like?
Nurse Linda: No, He was wearing a mask.

Dr Mike: We have to ensure maximum security to prevent that man from ever coming back here.

Nurse Linda: (nodding her head) Yes sir…

(Stephen slowly opens his eyes and sees them looking towards the window timorously)

Stephen: (he looks at the window then looks back at Dr Mike) Dr Mike… Is something wrong?

Nurse Linda: (sighs) Uh Stephen, Thank goodness you’re awake. There was a man who…

(Dr Mike taps her then gives her a sign not to talk)

Dr Mike: There’s nothing wrong, Sir Stephen. We just came to let you know that you’ll be taking your injection in about 15 minutes time.

Stephen: Uhhh, Okay…

(Dr Mike & Nurse Linda leaves his ward)

Nurse Linda: Dr Mike, Why didn’t you want me to tell him that a man wanted to kill him?

Dr Mike: I just didn’t want to put him in a state of panick. Trust me, It’ll have been best if he didn’t know about that.

(Later that night)
(Bethany carries an unconscious Silvania into her car then ties her hands with a rope)

Bethany: Let’s see how you’ll escape…(smiling) I can’t wait to sell you off and get that $12 million.

(Bethany removes Silvania’s amulet once more and watches in disgust as her legs fuses back into a golden-orange mermaid tail)

Bethany: (shudders) Ewww…

(She enters her car and drives out of the house)

(Later)
(On a deserted road)

Bethany: (singing) I’m gonna be filthy rich, I’m gonna be filthy rich…

(Silvania regains consciousness just then)

Bethany: (watching her from the front mirror) Good. You’re awake.

Silvania: (weakly) Uhh, What happened?

Bethany: I injected you with a tranquilizer meant for hideous monstrous creatures like yourself. (laughs)

Silvania: Where are you taking me?

Bethany: (scornfully) Since you said you’re in love with my fiancé, I want to take you to him to show him what you really are and I also want you to look him in the eye as he rejects you, You know why? Because you are a disgusting freak of nature. After the scandal, I’ll sell you off to the circus in exchange for a HUGE sum of money. I’ll be filthy rich! (laughing maniacally) Hahahahahaha… My day has never been better!

(Sensing immense danger, Silvania quickly loosens the ropes binding her hands then she grabs a hold of the steering wheel & swervers the car away from the main road)

Bethany: Hey! What the hell!

(Silvania and Bethany wrestle for the steering wheel and in the process of their tussle, They crash the car into a streetlight)

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(Silvania regains consciousness then looks at Bethany & she sees her unconscious, She quickly searches Bethany’s purse for her amulet. Luckily, She finds it and quickly puts it on then transforms back into a human)

Silvania: (opening the car door) Where am I?

(Silvania looks around but doesn’t see anyone. She gets down from the car and limps away. Suddenly, Someone grabs her from behind by her hair then slams her hard against the car – It’s Bethany)

Bethany: (maniacally) You’re not going anywhere, Bitch!

(Bethany pins Silvania to the car and attempts to cut her amulet from her neck)

Silvania: (struggles to get free) Please… Let me go!

Bethany: (smirks) Awwnnn, Why? Don’t you want the whole world to know the kind of monstrous freak that you are? (cackles) Hahahahahahaha…

(Just then, Silvania & Bethany sees Lucas running to them with a big stick)

Lucas: (yelling) Arghhhhhhhh!

Bethany: (enraged) You little rat…

(He rushes to Bethany and starts beating her with the stick)

Silvania: (relieved) Lucas… You’re here…

Lucas: Yup. I escaped from the toilet using the little hair pin which you left in there, And then I followed this witch’s car. (He keeps on beating Bethany with the stick)

(Bethany furiously pushes Lucas away from herself and attacks Silvania again)

Silvania: (fed up) LET ME GO!

(Silvania vigorously push Bethany to the ground and she hits her head forcefully on a big stone and loses consciousness)

Silvania: (she taps Bethany) Bethany? Bethany, Wake up!

Lucas: (looking around in fear) Silvania, We have to get out of here… Now!

(Meanwhile)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(Sir Griffin and Veronica return home from a date)

Veronica: Thanks for tonight sugar pie, I really enjoyed myself.

Sir Griffin: Yeah, We really needed to get out and relieve all of these tension.

Veronica: Yes yes, You’re right.

(They hear Rosemary banging on the kitchen door)

Sir Griffin: Do you hear that?

Veronica: Yeah. It’s coming from the kitchen.

(They rush to the kitchen and unlock the door)

Sir Griffin: (puzzled) Rosemary… How did this happen?

Rosemary: It was Miss Bethany, She came and suddenly locked me in here.

Sir Griffin: Where is she now?

Rosemary: I don’t know Sir…

Veronica: (she tries calling Bethany) Her number isn’t going through.

Sir Griffin: (puzzled) Why on earth would she do that?

(Later)
/> (In Veronica’s room)
Veronica: (she calls Connor) Hello?

Connor: (over the phone) Yes?

Veronica: Did you do it? Did you kill Stephen?

Connor: Look, I couldn’t do it, Okay? While I was about to stab him, A nurse entered his ward and started screaming and I had to escape. I was even almost caught.

Veronica: (she sits on her bed & sighs in defeat) It’s okay, It’s okay… At least you tried your best. (she hangs up) It’s time for me to take matters into my own hands.

(At the quarters)
(Silvania & Lucas enter the room and lock the door)

Lucas: Thank God we made it back safely.

Silvania: I’m really worried about Bethany, What if she had died from that hit?

Lucas: I can’t really say. But you can’t leave this house for now until I’m sure that you’re safe.

Silvania: (nodding her head) Alright.

(Lucas goes to sit on his bed tiredly)

Silvania: (she stares at him while rubbing her arms nervously) I’ve put you through a lot, Haven’t I?

Lucas: I’m not gonna lie but I’ve been really stressed out lately but it’s not because of you… (He sits up) All I know is that everything happens for a reason.

Silvania: I just hope there’s a good reason why this happened.

Lucas: Whatever problem arises, We’ll always have each other’s backs. Promise?

Silvania: (smiling) Promise.

(Silvania & Lucas hug each other)

(Meanwhile)
(At the deserted road)
(Two women are driving past when they see Bethany’s unconscious body along with her car that crashed into the streetlight)

Woman 1: (to the other) Stop the car.

(They stop and the woman comes down from the car and walks to Bethany)

Woman 1: It seems like she got into an accident.

Woman 2: I wonder why accidents have been occurring frequently in Hillwood City… (She goes to Bethany’s car) I found some of her credentials. Her name is Bethany Sanders.

Woman 1: Ok, ok. Let’s just get her into the car and take her to the hospital

(They carry Bethany into their car and drive off to the Central hospital)

(In the ocean – The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)

King Jerod: Erik, Have you noticed the recent changes in Marianna’s mood?

Prince Erik: (unconcerned) No Dad, I haven’t.

King Jerod: Hmph… She seems a little withdrawn lately, The only person she talks to is Suzanne.

Prince Erik: (he shrugs his shoulder) I don’t know.

(A guard enters the throne room)

Guard: My King, I just went to the dungeon now and I discovered that the traitors you imprisoned have somehow escaped.

King Jerod: (undisturbed) They couldn’t have escaped by themselves. They must’ve had help from the inside.

(Prince Erik glances at his father nervously)

Guard: Should we search for them?

King Jerod: No, Forget them. (smirks) They already know that they can’t ever return back here…

(Early Next Morning)
(Hillwood Central Hospital)

Stephen: Good morning Dr Mike.

Dr Mike: Morning Sir Stephen. I came to let you know that you’ve completed all of your treatments and good news… You’re going to be discharged later today.

Stephen: That is indeed good news. What time?

Dr Mike: By 4pm.

Stephen: Alright then.

(As Dr Mike leaves Stephen’s ward, He sees Bethany being rushes into another ward on a stretcher)

Dr


Mike: (suprised) Miss Bethany?
(Dr Mike enters the ward)

Dr Mike: What happened to her? (pointing at Bethany)

Nurse Linda: I don’t know, She was just brought here by two women who found her lying unconscious on the road, They said she got into an accident.

Dr Mike: I’ll run some diagnosis on her.

(Hours later)
(In the waiting room)

Clara: Good afternoon Dr Mike.

Dr Mike: Uhh, Who are you?

Clara: I’m Miss Bethany’s best friend, I just heard what happened to her so I rushed here.

Dr Mike: And what about her parents?

Clara: Her father passed away and her Mom is all the way in Italy, I’m the only one who can vouch for her.

Dr Mike: Well, I ran some tests on her and I discovered she has a case of Cerebral Hemorrhage…which is uncontrolled bleeding in the brain

Clara: (sighs) Oh my God…

Dr Mike: We gave her some prescriptions to help ease the pain.

Clara: Can I see her?

Dr Mike: Absolutely.

(In Bethany’s ward)

Clara: (she sits on the bed and taps her) Bethany?

Bethany: (she weakly opens her eyes and slowly rises up from the bed, rubbing her forehead vigorously) Uhhh…

Clara: (smiling) Thank goodness you’re awake!

Bethany: (she looks at Clara in confusion) Who are you?

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Episode 27
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(In Bethany’s ward)

Bethany: I said who are you?

Clara: You don’t remember me?

Bethany: (puzzled) I don’t even know you.

Clara: (devastated) Dr Mike, What’s happening to her?

Dr Mike: It’s worse than I feared. The cerebral hemorrhage has caused her to have Amnesia… She has loss of memory.

(Meanwhile)
(In the ocean – The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)

Princess Marianna: (swimming into the throne room) Good afternoon Daddy.

King Jerod: Afternoon sweetheart… Finally, You’re out of your chambers.

Princess Marianna: I just needed to spend some time alone.

King Jerod: And now you can spend some time with me… (chuckles)

Princess Marianna: There is something I want to ask you.

King Jerod: Go on with it sweetheart.

Princess Marianna: Why do you hate humans so much?

King Jerod: Because they are vile heartless creatures who’ll kill us the first chance they get!

Princess Marianna: Or maybe they’re not. That’s just your perception about them, Try to get to know them before you judge them.

King Jerod: What has come over you, Marianna? Have you forgotten all my lectures about how dangerous those humans are?! (suspiciously) Wait… Have you been going up to the surface?

Princess Marianna: (nervously) No! Of course not! (sighs) I just think…

King Jerod: Do not think about anything! Those humans are evil! And any contact between humans and merfolk is forbidden!

(Princess Marianna eyes her father then angrily swims out of the throne room)

(In

Princess Marianna’s chambers)
(Princess Marianna furiously barges into her room)
Suzanne: What did he say?

Princess Marianna: Just forget it, It’s never gonna happen. (She lays on her oyster bed) I’ll never be able to see that human because contact between humans and merfolk is forbidden… According to my father

Suzanne: You know, You don’t always have to wait for your father’s approval before you do something… You know what I mean, Don’t you? (smirks)

Princess Marianna: (smiling evilly) Yes… Yes, I do.

(Hillwood Central Hospital)
(Stephen is discharged from the hospital)

Stephen: Thank you very much for everything, Dr Mike.

Sir Griffin: Yeah, We are indeed grateful.

Dr Mike: My pleasure… (To Stephen) Just make sure you take the drugs as prescribed.

Stephen: Sure thing.

Sir Griffin: Umm, Dr Mike… I heard Bethany got admitted here?

Stephen: (suprised) Why? What happened to her?

Dr Mike: She got into an almost fatal accident which caused her to have cerebral hemorrhage and that also caused her to lose her memory.

Stephen: (worriedly) Oh shit. When did all these happen?

Dr Mike: Yesterday night. And she was brought here this morning, We plan to refer her to a mental sanatorium to help her regain her memory.

Stephen: Can we see her?

Dr Mike: Definitely.

(In Bethany’s ward)
(Sir Griffin & Stephen enter and sees Bethany eating her food)

Stephen: Bethany? (he stares at her in worry)

Bethany: (confused) Do I know you?

Stephen: It’s me, Stephen… Your fiancé (he points at Sir Griffin) And this is my Dad…

Bethany: I’m sorry but I have no memory of any of that. (To Dr Mike) What did you say your name was again?

Dr Mike: It’s Dr Mike.

Bethany: Okay Dr Mike, I’m done eating and I need to rest now. (To Stephen & Sir Griffin) Please excuse me… (She backs them and covers herself with her blanket)

Dr Mike: Let’s just leave her to rest.

Stephen: (he sighs in disbelief)

(In the ocean – The Mer kingdom)
(Princess Marianna goes to Anika’s cave)

Princess Marianna: (swimming into the cave) It’s pretty dark in here. (shouts) Hello? Hello?

(Suddenly, Anika appears behind her)

Anika: (scornfully) Can I help you?

Princess Marianna: (she turns around in fright) Ah! (She holds her chest as she sighs in relief) Don’t ever do that again!

Anika: (sternly) You’re in my cave! You don’t tell me what I can and cannot do!

Princess Marianna: (rolls her eyes) Whatever.

Anika: Hmm, I wonder why you came to me seeing as though you and your father were very cruel to me until you eventually made your father to banish me to the furthest part of the Mer Kingdom.

Princess

Marianna: (looking at her with disdain) I’ve had a changed of heart. That’s all I can tell you.
Anika: Whatever. So, What brings you to my deep dark cave?

Princess Marianna: (rudely) Make me human.

Anika: (laughing mockingly at her) Wow! It’s the audacity for me…

Princess Marianna: (boldly) I’m not asking you to make me human, I’m TELLING you to make me human! Now start mixing your potions and do whatever you can to change my tail into legs…Hurry up!

Anika: Here’s something you should know…

Princess Marianna: What is that?

Anika: (adamantly) I’m never going to make you human no matter how many coins you give me.

Princess Marianna: (enraged) WHAT?!

Anika: (sternly) You heard me. Now get out of my cave, And if you’re thinking about reporting me to your father then let me remind you that he won’t do anything to me, Rather he’s going to punish you severely for trying to become human.

Princess Marianna: (infuriated) This isn’t over.

(Princess Marianna furiously leaves the cave)

(That night)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(Stephen & Sir Griffin return home)

Veronica: Ooohh, Welcome back Stephen. I’m sooo excited that you’re back.

Stephen: Thank you.

Veronica: Where’s your Dad?

Stephen: He’s still in the garage.

Veronica: Okay then. (shouts) Richard!

Richard: Madam?

Veronica: Get Stephen’s things to his room and arrange them.

Richard: Yes Madam. (He carries Stephen’s things to his room)

Veronica: Maybe I should prepare something delicious for you to eat tonight.

Stephen: I’d love that. Thank you.

Veronica: Anytime… (She smiles devilishly as she goes into the kitchen)

(Later)
(In Stephen’s room)

Silvania: Sir Stephen, You wanted to see me?

Stephen: Yeah, I just wanted to thank you for coming by to see me. You’re the only non member of my family that actually came to visit me at the hospital, I’m glad to know that you care.

Silvania: You’re welcome sir.

Stephen: I would’ve been happier if Bethany were here.

Silvania: (scared) What happened to her?

Stephen: She had an accident and it caused her to have memory loss… She’s in a really bad state.

Silvania: Is she gonna be okay?

Stephen: I don’t know for sure. (smiles) You know, That song you sang to me at the hospital has refused to leave my head. (laughing) You’ve given me an earworm, Silvania.

Silvania: (giggles) I’m sorry…

Stephen: It’s cool, I actually love it… It did wonders for me and I can’t ever forget it. (sings) My heart is pierced by Cupid…

Silvania: (singing along) I disdain all glittering gold…

Stephen & Silvania: (together) There is nothing can console me, But my jolly sailor bold

(Stephen hugs Silvania)

Stephen: Thank you.

Silvania: (she closes her eyes in ecstasy as she listens to his heartbeat) You’re welcome… (smiling)
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(At the quarters)
(Silvania enters the room excitedly)

Silvania: (squealing happily) Oooohh! Lucas I’m soo happy!!!

Lucas: Hmm, Why?

Silvania: Stephen hugged me and I felt the hug… It was sincereq

Lucas: Mmm, Sounds like things are getting better for you.

Silvania: I think so.

Lucas: Wait… Did he say anything about Bethany?

Silvania: He told me she got into an accident which caused her to have memory loss. That is good news, Right?

Lucas: Well… Yeah. If Bethany can’t remember you or what you are, That means you’re safe. (He sits down on his bed) See, I told you everything happens for a reason.

Silvania: (she lays on her bed, smiling) Truly…

(Rosemary enters their quarters)

Rosemary: Sorry to disturb you both but, Silvania…

Silvania: Yes?

Rosemary: Please I need your assistance in the kitchen.

Silvania: Okay no problem. (She wiggles her fingers at Lucas) See you later.

(In the kitchen)
(Silvania and Rosemary dish out the food)

Rosemary: We need to hurry. It’s almost Sir Griffin amd his family’s dinner time.

Silvania: Okay okay.

Rosemary: I’ll go drop the plate of rice on the dinner table, While you’ll go take out the frozen meat from the coolroom.

Silvania: Alright.

(Silvania goes into the cool room. Shortly after, Veronica enters the kitchen)

Veronica: Hey Rose. I’m sorry I couldn’t help you earlier, I had to take a shower.

Rosemary: It’s alright Madam.

Veronica: So what’re you doing now?

Rosemary: I want to take the plate of food to the dinner table. (She carries the plates of rice)

Veronica: Okay good.

(As Rosemary carries the plates of food out of the kitchen, Veronica takes the raspberry juice box from the fridge and pours it into three glass cups)

Veronica: (she seperates one of the glass cups from the others & takes out a tiny vial containing a poisonous liquid) Hmm, Since this one’s for Stephen…

(Silvania comes out of the cool room and sees Veronica putting poison in Stephen’s drink, She quickly hides behind the refrigerator to prevent Veronica from seeing her)

Silvania: (thinks) Oh my goodness… What is she putting in Stephen’s food?

Veronica: Finally, I can get rid of that son of a bitch.

(Veronica puts the vial pack in her pocket. Just then, Rosemary returns to the kitchen)

Veronica:




Good, You’re back. Take the glass cups to the dinner table… I’m right behind you.
Rosemary: Yes Madam.

(Rosemary carries the glass cups out of the kitchen)

Veronica: Maybe if Stephen dies, This pesky cook will take the fall or it… (She smirks as she exits the kitchen)

Silvania: (she comes out of her hiding) Oh no, no, no…Stephen’s stepmom really wants him dead, I can’t let this happen. I have to do something!

(At the dinner table)
(Sir Griffin, Stephen & Veronica)

Sir Griffin: Mmm, The rice tastes yummy.

Veronica: Yeah, Rose bought it from one of the best rice producers in the whole of Hillwood City. It’s quality.

Sir Griffin: Well it’s really amazing.

Veronica: Stephen, I noticed you haven’t drank your glass of raspberry juice. You haven’t even touched your food.

Stephen: I’m not in the mood for revelry, Veronica.

Sir Griffin: And it has to do with Bethany doesn’t it?

Stephen: Yes Dad, Our wedding is in a few months time… (sighs) What am I gonna do if she hasn’t regained her memory by then? Am I gonna have to cancel the wedding and all our preparations?

Sir Griffin: My take on this is that the wedding will have to hold on until Bethany recovers.

(Silvania enters the dining room with a jug of water and three glass cups)

Veronica: (sternly) What’re you doing here?

Silvania: I came to pour you all a glass of water.

Veronica: No, no, no… We don’t need it!

Sir Griffin: Why don’t we?

Veronica: We already have our glass of raspberry juice, We don’t need water.

Sir Griffin: And what if we choke while eating? Silvania go ahead.

Silvania: (smiles) Yes sir.

(Silvania intentionally fumbles with the jug of water then she uses this opportunity to knock down Stephen’s glass of raspberry juice from the table and it shatters on the floor, spilling it’s content)

Veronica: (enraged) WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?!!!

Silvania: Oh my goodness, Sir Stephen I’m so so sorry

Stephen: It’s fine… Besides, I wasn’t gonna drink it anyway.

Veronica: (furiously) That still! That wasn’t enough reason for her to push down the glass!

Silvania: It was an accident.

Stephen: (To Veronica) It’s alright. We don’t have to make a big deal out of this. (To Silvania) Just clean it up before you leave, Okay?

Silvania: Okay sir. (She pours the water into the three glass cups)

Stephen: Thanks.

Silvania: (she packs the broken glass) I’m sorry once again sir.

Stephen: (smiles) It’s cool.

(Silvania and Veronica briefly make eye contact before she exits the dining room)

(Later)
(At the quarters)

Silvania: Lucas, There’s trouble in paradise.

Lucas: What’s wrong this time? (worriedly) Has Bethany returned?

Silvania: No! I saw Madam Veronica putting a poisonous liquid in Stephen’s drink and she said she wants him to die. If not for me, Stephen would’ve drank the poisoned juice…

Lucas: What did you do?

Silvania: I had to pour the glass away. Look, The problem now is that Stephen is in danger. I want to let him know that he should be very wary of his stepmother but I don’t know how to tell him.

Lucas: I would’ve said you should just mind your business but indeed, Stephen has to know.

Silvania:




(sighs) Then I’ll have to find a way to tell him.
(Next Day)
(Hillwood Mental Sanatorium)

Receptionist: Good morning Sir.

Stephen: Morning. Ummm, I’m here to see Miss Bethany Sanders. She’s has dark hair, 5’6, slim build, tan skin… (He shows her a picture of Bethany)

Receptionist: Okay. And who are you to her?

Stephen: I’m her fiancé.

Receptionist: Okay, Please hold on… (She makes a brief telephone call) You can go in. But first, you’ll have to sign in.

Stephen: No problem.

(Inside the Mental Sanatorium)

Stephen: (To Bethany) Hey.

Bethany: (staring at him awkardly) It’s you again.

Stephen: Yeah, I came to give you this… (He hands her a flask) It’s pudding, One of your favorites.

Bethany: Wow. How’d you know?

Stephen: Because I know almost everything about you… We were supposed to get married before all of these happened.

Bethany: Too bad I can’t remember any of it.

Stephen: Don’t worry. With time and adequate therapy, You will.

Bethany: (she smiles at him)

Stephen: I’ll come back tomorrow to check on you.

Bethany: Sounds alright. Bye…

Stephen: Bye.

(Meanwhile)
(In the ocean – The Mer Kingdom)
(In Anika’s cave)
(Anika mixes up some potions when she notices someone in her cave, She turns around and sees Princess Marianna)

Anika: (scoffs) Oh, You came back? I already told you before, I’m never gonna make you human.

Princess Marianna: (smirks) I’m not here for that actually, I’m here for a different reason… A revenge mission!

(Anika watches as Princess Marianna holds out her hand and King Jerod’s trident appears in it)

Princess Marianna: Good riddance!

Anika: (scared) No!

(Princess Marianna quickly points the trident at Anika and a powerful blast emerges from it towards Anika, killing her)

Princess Marianna: (smirks) I told you this wasn’t over. (she hits Anika’s dead body with the trident)

(Meanwhile)
(At the castle)
(In King Jerod’s chambers, A guard hurriedly enters which wakes him up)

King Jerod: (angrily) What is it?

Guard: My King, Princess Marianna is missing.

King Jerod: How do you mean?

Guard: She’s not in her chambers neither is she anywhere in the castle. My guards and I have searched every nook and cranny and she’s nowhere in the whole ocean… Princess Marianna has vanished.

King Jerod: (he looks around his chambers in panick) Oh no… And so has my trident!

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Episode 29
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(In the ocean – The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)

King Jerod: (infuriated) I can’t believe this is happening…

(Two guards enter the throne room with Suzanne)

Suzanne: (bows) My King…

King Jerod: Where is my daughter?

Suzanne: My King, I have no idea concerning her whereabouts.

King Jerod: And how could that be? You’re the only person she’s been communicating with these past few days so she must have been relaying some information to you. Now… Tell me where I can find her!

Suzanne: (crying) My King, I swear… I do not know where she is, She never told me anything before she left.

(King Jerod stares at her for a moment before he finally relents)

King Jerod: You may go.

Suzanne: (cleaning her tears) Thank you very much my King. (She quickly swims out of the throne room)

King Jerod: (to the guards) Keep on searching for Princess Marianna and my trident, Leave no stone unturned!

Guards: (bows) Yes my King.

(Meanwhile)
(In the Caves of Auborea)

Donald: It’s been long you since you sent Simon out, Are you sure he’s safe?

Beatrice: Simon can handle himself. He’ll be fine.

(Suddenly Simon rushes into the cave then uses a large boulder to block the entrance)

Beatrice: (puzzled) What was chasing you? Was it a shark?

Simon: No. I saw numerous castle guards parading the ocean.

Beatrice: Oh no, They’re looking for us…

Simon:
I don’t think so. I heard them calling Princess Marianna’s name continually, It seems like she’s gone missing.
Beatrice: That’s very strange. I wonder why Princess Marianna would be be missing from the ocean.

(In Hillwood City)
(At the Mental Sanatorium)
(Bethany is taken to a doctor’s office)

Bethany: Good day.

Dr Edith: Good day Miss Bethany. I’m Doctor Edith and I will be your personal doctor and I’ll be helping you through your recovery process.

Bethany: Okay.

Dr Edith: I want you to lie down on the bed over there. (points)

(Bethany does as instructed)

Dr Edith: Ok now, I want to you to reflect… Close your eyes then try to see if you can recall any past occurrences.

(Few minutes afterwards)

Dr Edith: Did it work?

Bethany: I don’t think so.

Dr Edith: You didn’t remember anything? Not even a single thing?

Bethany: None. It’s just…blank

Dr Edith: Then we’ll need to work harder. We’ll try after some time, Alright?

Bethany: Okay.

(Meanwhile)
(At Connor’s house)
(Veronica saunters into his house)

Veronica: Hey boo.

Connor: (sighs) Veronica you can’t be coming here everytime, That old fool might start suspecting you and it could put a flaw in our plans which could ruin it.

Veronica: Ugh, Relax. I lied to Sir Griffin that I’ll be going out to see a friend.

Connor: But you don’t have any friends.

Veronica: Well, That’s why I said I LIED to him. And besides, He doesn’t know that.

Connor: Did you come up with any plan to kill that son of a bitch?

Veronica: I did. But it got ruined cause of a stupid cleaner girl.

Connor: That’s awful. So… Why are you here?

Veronica: (sexily) Well… I can’t be sad that we’ve been failing in our plans and also be sad that Sir Griffin isn’t man enough in the bedroom. You know what I mean?

Connor: (erotically) Hmm, I think I know what you mean…

(Connor carries Veronica and pins her to the wall while kissing her, He tears off her bra and squeezes her breasts aggressively and kissing her neck at the same time. Veronica scratches his back with her fingernails as she moans with euphoria)

(Meanwhile)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(In Stephen’s room)

Stephen: (using his computer) I’m glad the sales have been boosted. Alex is really handling the company better than I expected.

(Silvania knocks on the door)

Stephen: Come in!

(She enters the room)

Silvania: Hey.

Stephen: Oh, Silvania… It’s good you’re here

Silvania: Yes I am. You told Rosemary to call me?

Stephen: Yeah, I want you to do something for me.

Silvania:


(smiling) Sure. Anything.
(Stephen drags his large piano from the corner of his room to the center then he sits on the piano bench)

Silvania: (curiously) What is that?

Stephen: It’s a piano, For making music. You haven’t seen one before?

Silvania: (she shakes her head) No.

Stephen: (he laughs gently) That’s weird. Anyways, I wrote down a song… (He hands Silvania a paper) And I want you to sing it.

Silvania: (looking at the paper) That sounds nice but I don’t even know how the song goes.

Stephen: (smiles) Don’t stress, I’ll show you the ropes. (He plays the piano and sings at the same time) When I think of the rays of the sun that shine so bright on me, Then I think on the sound of your voice, A rainbow over seas, It’s like a fire in me (fire in me) (He stops singing then looks at Silvania) So, You got it?

Silvania: Yeah, It’s actually easy to follow. (She looks at the paper and sings) When I think of the rays of the sun that shine so bright on me, Then I think on the sound of your voice, A rainbow over seas… It’s like a fire in me (fire in me)

Stephen: Go!

Silvania: (singing) No one but you can make me sing, Wind on my face, you’re everything. Dream of the place I see within… It feels so right. I’m gonna feel the day begin, Wind on the waves, you’re everything, Warmth of the sand, You’re here with me, It feels so right

(Stephen stops playing the piano & stares at Silvania with admiration)

Stephen: (amazed) Wow.

Silvania: (giggles) What? It’s not like I’m that good…

Stephen: (sincerely) You are, Silvania.

Silvania: Seriously?

Stephen: Yes, You’re really special. (smiles) There’s just something familiar about you, Silvania… But I can’t quite point it out. Whenever you’re with me, I just feel different and happier. (his smile grows wider) I can’t even explain…

Silvania: (blushes)

(Stephen and Silvania stare at each other for a while then Stephen slowly leans in for a kiss. Just then, They hear a dog barking very loudly)

Stephen: (he lifts his head up) That must be Max. I wonder what he’s barking at. (To Silvania) I’m gonna go check on him, I’ll be right back.

Silvania: Okay.

(Stephen leaves the room)

Silvania: Stupid dog. It had to interrupt just when Stephen was about to kiss me. (She lies on the bed and giggles) Oooh, I can’t wait for him to get back.

(Outside the mansion)
(Stephen goes to the kennel)

Stephen: (he pats his dog) What’s wrong boy?

(The dog barks towards the gate)

Stephen: Wait here boy… (looking towards the gate) I’ll be back.

(Stephen goes outside then looks around but doesn’t see anyone)

Stephen: That’s weird. There nobody here, Then why’s Max barking?

(Suddenly, He hears loud screams. He looks on and sees a young lady running towards him)

Stephen: (he goes to meet her) What’s the matter?

Lady: Help me! Please! There are some boys after me!

Stephen: (confused) What? Why?

(Stephen sees three boys coming and when they see their target in Stephen’s arms, They run off)

Stephen: (to the boys) Delinquents! (To the lady) It’s alright. They’re gone… Why were they chasing you?

Lady: (pants) They ambushed me and ordered me to give them all I had, I told them I had nothing and they attempted to rape me but I escaped and they kept chasing after me.

Stephen: What’s your name?

Lady: Anna.

Stephen: (reassuringly) It’s okay, Anna. You’re safe now.

Anna: (smiling devilishly) I definitely am.

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(Stephen takes Anna inside the gate and Max growls angrily on seeing her)

Anna: (frightened) What’s that?

Stephen: That’s my dog, Max… (suprised) And it seems he doesn’t like you

Anna: Why?

Stephen: I don’t know. But don’t worry, He won’t harm you.

(Back in Stephen’s room)

Silvania: (she goes to lie down on Stephen’s bed and clutches onto his pillow then sniffs it) Mmm… Even his pillow smells so wonderful. (She gets up from the bed and plays with Stephen’s piano) I wonder what’s taking him so long. (giggles) I can’t wait to continue singing to him…Maybe I should go check on him.

(Silvania leaves the room)

(Meanwhile)
(Stephen takes Anna into the living room)

Sir Griffin: (confused) Uhh, Stephen… Who is this?

(Silvania enters the living room)

Stephen: Her name is Anna, I just rescued her from some hoodlums outside.

Sir Griffin: (To Anna) Where do you live?

Anna: I lived with my uncle at Vincent’s Street but I ran away from the house the day he attempted to rape me. (she bursts into tears) And I’ve been living under a bridge ever since then.

Sir Griffin: That’s too bad. What about your parents?

Anna: They died from a fatal car accident seven years ago. I had to live with my uncle after their departure.

Sir Griffin: We should get your uncle arrested for attempting to force himself on you.

Anna:
No, It’s fine. Just let him be.
Sir Griffin: You don’t have any siblings or relations?

Anna: None that I know of.

Stephen: (he holds Anna) Don’t worry, You’re welcome to stay here. Okay?

Anna: (nodding her head) Okay. (she whispers to him) Thank you.

Stephen: It’s cool.

Anna: You haven’t told me your name…

Stephen: I’m Stephen, This is my Dad, Sir Griffin and my stepmom, Veronica.

Anna: (smiling) It’s a pleasure to meet you all.

Veronica: It’s a pleasure to meet you too, And our home is also your home. (She smiles widely)

Stephen: (To Anna) I’ll have the cook prepare something for you to eat.

Anna: Sure.

Stephen: Silvania, Please get her a glass of water.

Silvania: (perplexed) Okay sir.

(Anna curiously stares at Silvania as she goes to the kitchen)

Sir Griffin: (To Stephen) Stephen, Meet me inside. I want to talk to you privately. (He smiles at Anna) Excuse me.

(Sir Griffin takes Stephen into the room)

Stephen: What’s the matter?

Sir Griffin: Stephen… That lady can’t stay in our house

Stephen: Why not?

Sir Griffin: We can’t just house a total stranger. Look, We have to contact the police straight away and let them know about her.

Stephen: She already said there’s no need for that. Dad, Please don’t do anything to scare her away. Right now, Her life is in jeopardy and the only place that I’m sure she’ll be safe is here.

Sir Griffin: (perplexed) Why’re you being so defensive?

(Stephen scoffs at him then exits the room, leaving his father furtherly confused)

(In the ocean – The Mer Kingdom)
(At Alana’s house)

Alana’s Grandmother: Prince Erik, I want to thank you sincerely for everything you’ve done for I and my granddaughter all these times. I’m truly grateful.

Prince Erik: It’s alright ma.

Alana’s Grandmother: I’m going in to rest now, Thank you once again.

Prince Erik: (smiles) My pleasure.

(Alana’s Grandmother slowly swims into her room)

Prince Erik: I brought you something. Guess what it is.

Alana: Is it a surface object?

Prince Erik: Nah, It’s something much better. (He takes out a shiny pearl bracelet and wears it on Alana’s wrist)

Alana: Wow, It’s so beautiful… Thank you very much. (She hugs him)

Prince Erik: Oww, You’re squeezing too tightly.

Alana: (she laughs as she releases him) Sorry. I’m just happy, No one has ever given me a gift before.

Prince Erik: Like I told you before… There’s a first time for everything. (He smiles at her)

(Alana stares Prince Erik for a moment then kisses him but she breaks it immediately)

Alana: (shyly) Oops. Was that too soon? I’m so sorry.

Prince Erik: (smirks) Don’t be.

(Prince Erik gently cups Alana’s face and they slowly lean in towards each other, kissing passionately)

(At the castle)
(The guards enter the throne room)

Guard: My King…

King Jerod: So?

Guard: There’s still no sign of Princess Marianna.

King Jerod: (to himself) If Marianna isn’t anywhere in the ocean that means…(he widens his eyes) She’s gone to the surface.

(Meanwhile)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(In the kitchen)

Rosemary: Silvania, I’m going to my quarters to rest. I’ll need you to take this food to Miss Anna. Alright?

Silvania: (worriedly) No problem.

(As


Rosemary leaves the kitchen, Silvania is buried deep in her thoughts)
Silvania: (thinks) Who is this Anna? Why does she suddenly show up and then Stephen is already head over heels for her? (She looks around in confusion)This is a mystery. (She carries the plate of food and leaves the kitchen)

(In the dining room)

Silvania: Your food is ready.

Anna: Thank you. Where’s everyone?

Silvania: Well, It’s really late so they’ve all gone to sleep. I think Sir Stephen went to the restroom, But he’ll be back soon.

Anna: Okay okay. (looking at Silvania’s amulet) Where did you get that?

Silvania: (she touches her amulet) Ohh, It’s uhhh, Family heirloom.

Anna: Can you take it off? I wanna see it up close.

Silvania: (nervously) I’m sorry, I can’t.

Anna: (smiles) No, no… I totally understand. It’s very precious isn’t it?

Silvania: Something like that. (She drops the food on the table) Enjoy your meal, Miss Anna.

Anna: (smiles) Thank you.

Silvania: My pleasure. (She exits the kitchen)

(Later)
(At the quarters)
(Silvania enters and sees Lucas watching TV)

Silvania: You’re still awake?

Lucas: Yeah… (he continues watching TV) Today’s the season finale of my favorite cartoon series. I couldn’t afford to miss it.

Silvania: Have fun. (She sits on her bed)

Lucas: You’ve been with Stephen since?

Silvania: Not quite. Well, I was with him until he left and when I later saw him, He was with a girl. He rescued her from some boys outside the house… Her name is Anna

Lucas: So there’s a new person in the house now?

Silvania: Precisely. And Stephen seems so protective of her.

Lucas: Oh, Don’t be jealous.

Silvania: No seriously, I’m not jealous. It’s just really strange.

Lucas: Stephen cares about people normally, It’s in his nature.

Silvania: I hear you.

(Meanwhile)
(Stephen takes Anna to her room)

Stephen: So, This is where you’ll be sleeping.

Anna: Wow. It’s soo huge! (She hugs Stephen) Thank you very much.

Stephen: You’re welcome. I should leave you to rest now, Goodnight.

Anna: (smiling) Goodnight.

(As Stephen leaves, Anna looks around the room while smiling devilishly)

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Episode 31
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(Next Morning)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(In Anna’s room)

Stephen: Good morning Anna. Did you sleep well?

Anna: (smiling) I did.

(Stephen looks out the window and sees a car leaving the house)

Stephen: (To Anna) Why don’t you go in and freshen up then you can come downstairs and have breakfast.

Anna: Alright.

(Stephen goes downstairs to meet Richard)

Stephen: Richard, Come here!

Richard: Sir?

Stephen: Why didn’t you drive my stepmom out?

Richard: She told me not to drive her, That she’ll drive herself instead.

Stephen: But I thought you usually drive her out?

Richard: Not everytime. Whenever she’s going to see a friend, She tells me not to drive her.

Stephen: She went out with the Grey Lamborghini right?

Richard: Yes Sir.

Stephen: You know the car’s plate number?

Richard: Yes Sir.

Stephen: (thinks) Why would Veronica tell Richard not to drive her out? Maybe she’s hiding something. (To Richard) Okay, Write it out and bring it to me.

Richard: (he does as instructed and hands it to Stephen) Here’s it Sir.

Stephen: (he collects the paper) Thanks.

(Stephen enters his car and drives out of the house)

(Meanwhile)
(In the kitchen)

Silvania: Hi Rose.

Rosemary: Hey Silvia.

Silvania: (giggles) It’s Silvania.

Rosemary: I know, I just wanted to call you “Silvia”. So, What’s up?

Silvania: I’m good. Rose, Did you notice anything strange about Sir Stephen ever since that lady arrived in the house?

Rosemary:
Not really, I’m not even concerned about that. Anyways, I’m done here. You can start cleaning up.
Silvania: (disturbed) Fine.

(At Hillwood Mental Sanatorium)
(In Doctor Edith’s office)

Bethany: Good morning. (She sits on the bed)

Dr Edith: Morning Miss Bethany, I called you here for another session. (She takes out an object from behind her desk)

Bethany: (curiously) What’s that?

Dr Edith: It’s a canister filled with ginger, honeysuckle, eucalyptus…which combined together, forms a very special fluid. (She presses the pump on the canister and smoke comes out of it) I want you to inhale it.

Bethany: Why?

Dr Edith: Because it’ll give a sensation of calmness and composure which can help you better in trying to remember.

(Bethany inhales the smoke coming out from the canister)

Dr Edith: Good. Now lay on your back, Close your eyes and try to remember any past occurrences.

(Bethany does as Dr Edith instructed. Few seconds afterwards, She shrieks and immediately opens her eyes)

Bethany: Ah! (She sits up and starts rubbing her head)

Dr Edith: So?

Bethany: I tried to but I couldn’t and I felt a sharp pain in my head.

Dr Edith: Have you been taking your medications?

Bethany: Of course I have.

Dr Edith: (sighs) Maybe we’ll try again later.

(In the ocean – The Mer Kingdom)
(Prince Erik and Alana are sitting on a rock and watching the manta rays migrating)

Alana: (about the manta rays) They look so graceful and elegant.

Prince Erik: Just like you do.

Alana: (smiles) I heard your sister has been missing for days now.

Prince Erik: Yeah.

Alana: And you don’t seem bothered?

Prince Erik: Not at all. She has made her choice, Apparently she’s gone to the surface.

Anna: But what if she ever returns, Will the King kill her for going against his laws?

Prince Erik: I really don’t know. But from the look of things, He might. My father is a ruthless king who shows mercy to no one… Not even his own wife

Alana: (suprised) Your mother? What did he do to her?

Prince Erik: She went against his laws and so… He killed her

Alana: (gasps) Oh my goodness. That’s terrible.

Prince Erik: Let’s not bother about the past, Okay?

Alana: Alright.

(Prince Erik cuddles Anna as they keeps on watching the manta rays)

(Meanwhile)
(Hillwood City)
(Stephen secretly follows Veronica to Connor’s house)

Stephen:


(he stops a few miles from Connor’s house and watches as Veronica knocks on Connor’s door) I’m suprised she even has a friend.
(Connor eventually opens the door for Veronica & Stephen sees him)

Stephen: (visibly shocked) A male friend? (He points his iPhone camera at them then zooms in to see them clearly)

Connor: Ooohh… (He hugs Veronica tightly) Thank God you’re here. I’ve been Hot all morning! (He kisses her)

Veronica: Oh please, You want to tell me that you’ve never brought any girl to your house?

Connor: I swear, I haven’t.

Veronica: Don’t deceive yourself please. You’re clearly lying.

Connor: (laughing) Just get in so we can have some fun.

(Veronica enters the house as Connor spanks her ass & Stephen sees this as well)

Stephen: (enraged) This fucking bitch has been cheating on my Dad with a hoodlum, No wonder she doesn’t want Richard to drive her out… So he wouldn’t know the kind of gold digging LovePeddler she is. (He furiously starts his car) My father needs to know about this. (He reverses and drives off)

(Back at Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(Anna enters the kitchen and sees Silvania cleaning)

Anna: Hi.

Silvania: (she turns to looks at her) Hey, Good afternoon.

Anna: I was hoping you could give me a tour of the house.

Silvania: I would’ve done that but I’m really busy right now, I hope you understand. (she continues cleaning)

Anna: It’s fine. Silvania’s your name right?

Silvania: Yes, Miss Anna…

(Suddenly, Anna viciously grabs Silvania and pushes her into the kitchen storeroom then gives her a thunderous slap across her face)

Silvania: Ahhh! (she holds her cheek in pain)

(Before Silvania can recover from the first slap, Anna walks to her and brutally slaps her again at the other side of her cheek and then she grabs Silvania by her shirt collar)

Silvania: (shocked) Huh…

Anna: (through her gritted teeth) You don’t call me “Miss Anna”, Call me Madam Anna.

Silvania: (perplexed) Who are you?

Anna: (smirks)

(Sensing danger, Silvania quickly pushes Anna away from herself & tries to run out of the kitchen storeroom but Anna pulls her back by her shirt and slaps her forcefully on her head while doing so)

Anna: Now let’s try that again…

(Silvania looks around for any throwing object. She sees an empty basket, Then she takes it and angrily throws it at Anna, She takes another basket and a mop bucket then throws them at Anna at the same time)

Anna: Uh! (She grunts as she bucket hits her knee)

(Silvania continues throwing more items at her. Fed up, Anna rushes to her and slaps her one more time and in retaliation, Silvania brutally throws a punch to her face)

Anna: Ahhh! (She holds her nose as it bleeds)

(Anna grabs Silvania in an attempt to beat her but she gets slammed against the wall and soon they’re engaging in a heated fight. Silvania kicks Anna in the stomach then starts punching her everywhere she can, She punches Anna in the face, arms, stomach…Then she delivers a final punch to Anna’s left eye)

Anna: (covering her eye) Aaaaaaaahhhhhh! My eye!

(Silvania viciously keeps on beating Anna. Just then, Sir Griffin walks into the kitchen)

Sir Griffin: (shocked) What’s going on here?
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(Silvania and Anna separate when they see Sir Griffin)

Sir Griffin: Why were you both fighting?

Anna: (crying) I was trying to let her know that I wanted to look around the house and then she started beating me up and she hit my eye then told me to go back to the bridge where I belong. (She touches her eye & grimaces in pain)

Silvania: (defensively) Sir Griffin, That’s a lie! Everything she just told you is a lie! She attacked me first and I was just defending myself.

Sir Griffin: You didn’t have to attack her and beat her up and even if she had done anything wrong, You should’ve reported to me.

Silvania: (realizing her mistake) I’m sorry sir.

Anna: (crying harder) I really don’t understand why I’m being treated this way, Is it because I’m an orphan?

Sir Griffin: It’s alright. Just go to your room.

(Anna cleans her tears as she leaves the kitchen)

Sir Griffin: Silvania please, Don’t let this happen again.

Silvania: It won’t happen again sir. I’m sorry.

(He leaves the kitchen)

Silvania: (she looks around and sees the kitchen in a mess from her brawl with Anna) Ugh, Now I have to start cleaning all over.

(Later)
(Silvania goes to the basement)

Silvania: I thought I might find you here.

Lucas: Yup. It’s the only place in the whole house that hasn’t been cleaned.

Silvania: (glancing around) Looks creepy.

Lucas:
Why do you look so tattered?
Silvania: Because i got into a fight with that lady that Stephen brought into the house.

Lucas: (suprised) Miss Anna?

Silvania: Yup.

Lucas: Woah, What happened?

Silvania: She’s a psychopath, She and I were talking then she suddenly started fighting me.

Lucas: (angrily) Where is she? I need to see her and give her a piece of my mind! (He tries to leave the basement but Silvania gently draws him back)

Silvania: Calm down, Hulk. (sighs) Sir Griffin said I shouldn’t get into any trouble. So from now on, I’ll try my possible best to say away from that creep that calls herself Anna.

Lucas: Good idea.

Silvania: There’s something familiar about what she did today, She acts and sounds just like Princess Marianna.

Lucas: I have no idea who that is.

Silvania: She’s the princess of the Mer Kingdom, She was always wicked, rude and nasty towards me. (rubbing her cheeks) And she liked to slap me.

Lucas: So you think she came to land? To be with Stephen?

Silvania: (shaking her head) Nah, I don’t think so. Princess Marianna wouldn’t dare disobey the her father’s orders. (sighs) But whoever that Anna is, I’ll figure it out.

(In the living room)
(Stephen returns to the house)

Stephen: Dad!

Sir Griffin: Stephen… You’re home. Where have you been?

Stephen: Dad, I followed Veronica to where she went to and I found out that she has been cheating on you all these while with some gangster looking man.

Sir Griffin: (doubtful) Stephen what’s the meaning of this?

Stephen: (confused) Huh?

Sir Griffin: I thought you and your stepmom were already getting along? Why then are you accusing her of something like this?

Stephen: Dad, It’s the truth! I can even take you to the man’s house, I know where he lives…

(Just then, Veronica enters the house)

Veronica: Good afternoon my lovelies. (She notices their expressions) Is there a problem?

Sir Griffin: Welcome back honey…

Veronica: Thank you. (She turns to Stephen) Uhh, Why’re are you looking at me that way? Have I done something wrong?

Sir Griffin: Darling, Stephen here accused you of cheating on me…

Veronica: (gasps) Stephen why would you accuse me of something as demeaning as adultery? (She places her hand on her chest) I can’t believe this…

Stephen: (furiously) Just quit the false act! I’m not buying any of it! (To his father) Dad, I’m telling you… She went out to see the man she’s been cheating on you with!

Veronica: (To Sir Griffin) Darling, I did go out… But I didn’t go out to meet with any man, I went out to visit a friend who works at the mall. I can even take you there if you want.

Sir Griffin: It’s fine. I believe you.

Stephen: Dad, She’s lying. This woman here is nothing but a bloody gold digger. She’s a fraud!

Sir Griffin: (enraged) Okay Stephen, That’s enough! If you don’t like Veronica, That’s fine. But accusing her wrongly? That’s very shallow. I hope you’re proud of yourself. (He puts his arms around Veronica) Let’s go inside sweetheart.

Veronica:


Alright sugar pie.
(In the ocean – The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)
(A mermaid swims into the throne room with a covered golden platter)

Mermaid: (bows) My King… Your supper is served.

King Jerod: Take it away. I’m not hungry.

Mermaid: (bows) As you wish my King. (She swims out of the throne room)

Prince Erik: (sighs) It seems the rumors are actually true, Marianna may have gone up to the surface.

King Jerod: So be it.

Prince Erik: Will you kill her if she ever returns?

King Jerod: (emotionlessly) Well, The only way for us to know… Is if she ever returns!

(That night)
(In Stephen’s room)

Stephen: This is really weird, Why can’t my dad see Veronica for who she really is….

(Anna gently opens his door)

Anna: Hey.

Stephen: (he turns towards the doorway) Oh, Hey there…

Anna: I came to check to see if you were okay.

Stephen: (smiles) I’m okay, Anna.

Anna: You don’t seem okay… (She walks closer to Stephen and places her hand on his face) What’s bothering you, Stephen? (reassuringly) You can tell me anything…

Stephen: It’s nothing major, I don’t need to worry you about that. (He looks at his wall clock) It’s pretty late, Why don’t you go and rest.

Anna: Hmm… Alright. (She saunters out of his room) Goodnight.

Stephen: Goodnight.

(In Veronica’s room)
(She calls Connor)

Connor: (he answers the call) Hey babe.

Veronica: There is a situation!

Connor: (over the phone) What might that be?

Veronica: Stephen has found out about us.

Connor: Oh shit, How?

Veronica: He followed me when I came to see you earlier today and now he knows, He even exposed me to his father but luckily he didn’t believe what Stephen told him… That’s just the reason why I haven’t been thrown out of the mansion yet.

Connor: Argh! That son of a bitch! Listen, We have to come up with something…

(Just then, Someone bangs on her door)

Veronica: Ugh, I wonder who that nuisance is. (To Connor) I’ll call you back. (she hangs up)

(She goes to open the door & she sees that it’s Stephen)

Veronica: (suprised) Ohh, Stephen…

Stephen: (visibly angry) Good job. You did very well in covering all of your evil schemes while we were with my Dad, I just wonder the kind of charm you used on him that made him to believe all your lies… You’re nothing but a fucking LovePeddler!

Veronica: That’s not true.

Stephen: Oh really? You see, I never liked you, I just pretended to for my Dad’s sake but now that I know who you truly are… I don’t need to pretend anymore!

Veronica: (tears run down her cheeks) Stephen why are you doing this to me? I know I’ve been trying my possible best to be a good stepmom…Yet you still hate me so much.

Stephen: You want me to stop hating you? Fine. (threatening) Then leave and go far away from this house or else I’m going to put an end to you… Permanently!

(Stephen furiously exits her room but his last words leaves Veronica trembling with fear)

Veronica: (worriedly) Oh no, What is this boy planning for me… (She glances around her room in worry)

To be Continued

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The Fault in our Romance
Episode 33
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(Veronica calls Connor repeatedly)

Veronica: (panicking) Argh, God! Why isn’t this idiot picking up?! (She angrily dials his number again but he doesn’t answer & she angrily throws her phone on her bed) Why is this happening right now?!

(Suddenly, Her phone begins to ring)

Veronica: (she rushes to check who it is) Uhh, Thank goodness! (She picks it) Connor?

Connor: (over the phone) What’s the matter?

Veronica: Why haven’t you been picking my calls?

Connor: I’m sorry, I was very busy. What happened?

Veronica: Stephen threatened me. (She nervously gulps down her saliva) He wants me to leave the mansion.

Connor: (laughs) So you’re scared of that son of a bitch?

Veronica: I’m just worried, I have no idea what he’s up to and there’s no one that can help me to spy on him.

Connor: Just come over, I have a plan.

Veronica: Connor, You know I can’t just leave the house after Stephen has exposed me.

Connor: And you do realize, If you stop going out that will make his father to suspect you the more?

Veronica: Ok fine… I’m on my way.

Connor: Hurry. (He hangs up)

Veronica: (to herself) I can’t leave the house by this time, It’s already late. Maybe I’ll go early tomorrow morning. (sighs) Yes, That’s what I’ll do.

(Early next morning)
(Stephen goes to the garage)

Richard: Good morning Sir, Do you need me to drive you out?

Stephen:
No need. I’ll drive myself.
(Stephen starts the car and speedily drives out of the house)

Richard: (to himself) I wonder where he’s going to in a hurry.

(Meanwhile)
(In Veronica’s room)

Veronica: I need to hurry up and get to Connor’s house!

(Veronica finishes dressing up then she goes out of her room and sees Sir Griffin in the hallway)

Sir Griffin: Good morning sweetheart (he pecks her cheeks)

Veronica: Morning darling. How was your night?

Sir Griffin: It wasn’t good, I’m not happy about the fact that you’ve stopped sleeping with me in my room.

Veronica: (chuckles) I’m sorry, It’s just that I’m kind of introverted and I like being alone most times.

Sir Griffin: It’s alright. (staring at her from head to toe) So where are you going this morning dressed like this?

Veronica: (stammering) Ummm, I… I… I.. Uhhh, I want to go and pay the electricity bill.

Sir Griffin: Why would you want to bother yourself with that? There’s no need. I’ll tell Richard to go pay it, I want us to spend the whole day together! (He places his hand around her waist)

Veronica: (worriedly) But…

Sir Griffin: (adamantly) There are no buts!

Veronica: (she fakes a smile) Ok fine… (To herself) Ugh, What will I tell Connor now?

(Later that morning)
(In the kitchen)

Silvania: (washing the dishes) This plate needs good scrubbing.

Lucas: (chuckles) Just don’t break it, I don’t have money to pay for any damages.

Silvania: (smiling) I hear you.

Lucas: So have you been with Stephen recently?

Silvania: No, He seems very busy lately. I just don’t want to bother him the more.

(Anna enters the kitchen snobbishly)

Lucas: (quietly) Speak of the devil.

Anna: (scornfully, To Silvania) Where’s my food?

Silvania: It isn’t ready yet.

Anna: Why?

Silvania: Because Rosemary hasn’t finished with the preparations, You’ll have to wait! (she fires back)

(Anna furiously grabs the plywood beside her and uses it to hit Silvania at her back)

Silvania: Ah!

Lucas: (he turns to them) What the heck.

Anna: (To Silvania) I think I shall have to teach you some manners…

(Anna keeps on hitting Silvania with the plywood)

Lucas: Leave her alone!

(Lucas attacks Anna but she overpowers him and pushes him to the ground then she viciously hits Silvania on the head with the plywood)

Silvania: Ah!

(Anna pushes Silvania to the wall then she grabs her by the neck and attempts to strangle her. Lucas rises up from the floor, Then grabs a long whip and lashes Anna on her buttocks)

Anna: Ahh!

(Anna frees Silvania & struggles to collect the whip from Lucas, She eventually collects it and starts beating him with the whip. Furious, Silvania pulls Anna away from Lucas then slaps her hard… She pushes Anna to the floor then grabs the plywood & starts hitting her with it while Lucas flogs her continuously with the long whip)

Anna:
(screaming) Aaaaaaaahhhhhh!
(Alerted by the commotion, Veronica rushes into the kitchen and sees Anna being beat up)

Veronica: What’s all these?!

(Silvania & Lucas free Anna then backs away from her)

Anna: Madam Veronica, I came to the kitchen to let Silvania know that I was hungry and then she and her little sidekick started assaulting me. (She glances at the injuries all over her body)

Silvania: Madam Veronica, That’s not true…

(Without even listening to Silvania’s explanation, Veronica walks to her and strikes her across the face)

Silvania: Ah! (She rubs her cheek)

Veronica: Let that be a warning, The next time you assault our guest. I’ll make sure you get fired! (To Anna) It’s okay, darling. Let’s go.

(While Veronica carries Anna out of the kitchen, She blows raspberry to Silvania & Lucas)

(In Anna’s room)
(Anna enters then sits on her bed)

Anna: (sighs) What a long day I’ve had. I wonder where Stephen went to.

(She takes out a magic shell mirror from under her bed and looks into it)

Anna: Suzanne…

(Suzanne appears in the magic shell mirror)

Suzanne: Hello Marianna.

Marianna/Anna: (smiling) I never thought I’d be happy to see you again.

Suzanne: Thanks… I think. Anyways, You’ve gotten to land?

Marianna/Anna: Of course I have, Where do you think I’ve been these past few days? I used my Dad’s mighty trident to transform myself into a human being.

Suzanne: Ohh, But your face looks somehow different.

Marianna/Anna: Yeah, Being human also altered my facial appearance.

Suzanne: So, Did you find Stephen?

Marianna/Anna: Yup.

Suzanne: Woah, How?

Marianna/Anna: Remember Stephen’s ID card you gave to me while we were still in the ocean?

Suzanne: Yeah?

Marianna/Anna: That’s how I was able to find him, His address was also on that card… And now, I’m living in his house.

Suzanne: Wow, So soon… You’re really smart and cunning.

Marianna/Anna: Precisely. I disguised as a poor helpless orphan girl so he could let me live with him and he agreed… I mean, Only someone with no heart can turn down a request from an orphan. (laughing)

Suzanne: Has he fallen in love with you yet?

Marianna/Anna: He will very soon. (She pulls out King Jerod’s trident from under her bed and looks at it) I’m going to put him under a hypnotic enchantment with this trident and when I do, The only person that’ll matter to him is me!

Suzanne: Ooohh, That’s sinister.

Marianna/Anna: (smirks) I know. (smiles) Stephen is much more handsome in person… He’s tall, kind, compassionate, intelligent, And his baritone voice is to die for! No merman in my father’s kingdom can be compared to him.

Suzanne: (laughs) Truly you’re deeply in love with him. Your father is worrying about you… He even summoned me to the castle to ask of your whereabouts but I was able to lie my way out.

Marianna/Anna: Very good. I know that even if I return, He’s going to have me killed. (smiles) But I shouldn’t worry, Once I enchant Stephen… I wouldn’t need to ever return to the Mer Kingdom.

Suzanne: Your brother doesn’t even show any concern about your disappearance.

Marianna/Anna: (angrily) I have no brother. Erik is just like one of those other useless merfolks!

Suzanne: Calm down, Marianna… So, Have you seen Silvania?

Marianna/Anna: Yes, She’s here at Stephen’s house as well… And she even has a different face just like I do.

Suzanne: And are you sure it’s her?

Marianna/Anna: Yes! 100%, She’s working as a cleaner here and the amulet she’s wearing is very similar to the ones I saw in Anika’s cave and that’s probably how she was able to become human, And her name is “Silvania”, So I put two and two together and I figured out that silly useless mermaid is also the cleaner girl working here. (scoffs) I even thought Stephen would be in love with her by now but I was wrong, Silvania is such a failure.

Suzanne: (laughing) You’re very brilliant. I couldn’t have ever thought of all of these.

Marianna/Anna: Indeed.

Suzanne: When are you going to kill her?

Marianna/Anna: Oh, I will kill her pretty soon! I just want to torture and torment her for a little while first… (smiles) I’m going to make that scummy mermaid’s life a living hell!

The Fault in our Romance
Episode 34
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Meanwhile)
(Stephen goes to Connor’s house)

Stephen: Here goes nothing… (He rings the doorbell)

Connor: (from inside the house) Hold on, I’m coming!

(Connor opens the door and sees Stephen, He immediately recognizes him)

Connor: (sternly) What do you want?

Stephen: I want to speak with you.

Connor: That won’t be possible. I’m busy.

(Connor attempts to shut the door but Stephen uses his leg to wedge the door)

Stephen:
Let me in.
Connor: (threatening) If you don’t get the Bleep outta my house, I’m gonna call the cops!

(Realizing he could be at fault, Stephen releases his leg and Connor furiously slams the door shut at him)

Stephen: (about Connor) Fucking Bastard. (thinks) This guy’s voice sounds VERY familiar. (He recalls when Connor & his boys were chasing after him) Could he be my attacker?

(Hillwood Mental Sanatorium)
(In Dr Edith’s office)

Bethany: Another session?

Dr Edith: That’s right, Miss Bethany.

(Bethany lies on the bed then closes her eyes, Then Dr Edith takes out the canister and pumps it then smoke comes out of it)

Dr Edith: Inhale it. (Bethany breathes in the smoke) Think deep, Try to remember something…

(Bethany shrieks and touches her forehead)

Dr Edith: The pain means it’s working. Don’t stop!

(Bethany closes her eyes and concentrates on trying to remember. She remembers when She, Stephen and Alex were in Hawaii for a vacation)

Bethany: (smiling) The memories. They’re coming back… (She recalls when she and her mother were still in Italy. Next, she recalls when she newly met Stephen) I’m remembering!

(Suddenly, Bethany screams and opens her eyes then she sits up)

Bethany: (groaning) Arrrgghhh! The pain is unbearable.

Dr Edith: Sorry. The pain must be coming from your cerebrum… Which is the part of the brain where memories are created. (smiling) Atleast we made progress today… We’ll try again tomorrow, Just make sure you take your medications as prescribed.

Bethany: I will, Dr Edith.

(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(At the quarters)

Lucas: I’m really vexed right now! What that idiotic Madam Veronica did just made me hate her more, How could she just take sides without even listening to your explanation?

Silvania: I’m confused as well, I guess she never liked me. Especially after I ruined her plans in killing Stephen.

Lucas: True.

Silvania: (sighs) That Anna girl is really devious.

(Rosemary enters their room)

Rosemary: Sorry for the intrusion. Silvania, Please I’ll need your help in the kitchen.

Silvania: No problem. I’m coming.

(Meanwhile)
(At the dinner table)
(Veronica & Marianna/Anna enters the dining room)

Sir Griffin: Anna, I haven’t seen you since today.

Marianna/Anna: I’ve been in my room resting, Sir.

Sir Griffin: That’s good, A pretty lady like you surely needs her beauty sleep. (chuckles)

Marianna/Anna: (smiling) Indeed Sir.

(Veronica and Marianna/Anna sit down)

Veronica: Darling, I haven’t seen Stephen since today. Do you know where he went?

Sir Griffin: Maybe he went to see Bethany at the Mental Sanatorium.

Veronica: (sighs) Ohhh.

Marianna/Anna: (curiously) Who’s Bethany?

Sir Griffin: She’s Stephen’s fianceé, She and Stephen were supposed to get married but she got into an accident which caused her to loose her memory. She recently got admitted into a sanatorium to help her recover.

Veronica: Hmph. Poor girl.

Marianna/Anna: And what if she recovers?

Sir Griffin: Then she and Stephen will get married.

(Marianna/Anna looks around disturbed)

Sir Griffin: I wonder where our food is. (shouts) Rosemary!

Rosemary: (from the kitchen) I’m coming sir!

(Shortly after, Rosemary enters the dining room with the plates of food)

Rosemary: Dinner is ready. (She drops the plates and opens them)

Veronica: (sniffs the air) Mmm, Bread and gravy. It smells so wonderful, Rosemary.

Rosemary:
Thank you Madam.
Marianna/Anna: (looking at the food) I haven’t had these before. I usually eat clams, lobsters, baby octopuses… (She quickly realizes what she’s saying and keeps quiet)

Sir Griffin: (puzzled) You lived around the seaside?

Marianna/Anna: (smiling nervously) Something like that.

Sir Griffin: No wonder.

Veronica: Rose, Where’s the extra plate of gravy?

Rosemary: Silvania’s bringing it, Madam Veronica.

(Silvania enters the dining room with the bowl of hot gravy. As she gets closer, Marianna/Anna sets her leg for Silvania to fall & she slips and falls but the hot gravy pours on Marianna/Anna’s neck instead)

Marianna/Anna: (screaming) Aaaaaaahhh!!!! (She stands up from her chair and fans her neck, Using her hand) It’s so HOT!

Silvania: (gasps) Oh my God, I’m so sorry! I accidentally slipped while I was coming, Something was in the way…

Veronica: Just shut up! (To Rosemary) Get her to the bathroom so she can wash it off herself, Quick!

Rosemary: Yes Madam.

(Rosemary takes Marianna/Anna to the bathroom)

Silvania: (she gets up from the floor) I’m really sorry…

Veronica: You’re always sorry! Flimsy thing. (To Sir Griffin) Darling, We need to fire this girl and replace her with someone competent.

Sir Griffin: It’s alright, It’s alright. (To Silvania) Go get something you can use to clean the mess.

Silvania: Yes sir. I’m really sorry sir.

Veronica: Get out of here! Clumsy thing.

(Silvania leaves the dining room)

Sir Griffin: (chuckles) Calm dowm sweetheart.

Veronica: No seriously, The girl really irritates me…

(Meanwhile)
(In Connor’s house)
(He relaxes on his couch watching TV. Suddenly, His phone rings, He checks it and sees that it’s Veronica calling)

Connor: Why is this bitch calling me? (He picks the call)

Veronica: (over the phone) Hey…

Connor: What is it?

Veronica: I’m really sorry I couldn’t come today. Sir Griffin wanted me to stay with him all day and he would have suspected something if I had rejected his request.

Connor: Save it. Look, Stephen came to my house earlier today…

Veronica: (worriedly) For what?!

Connor: I don’t know. I just him to get out then I shut the door at him.

Veronica: That boy is indeed up to something…

(Just then, Stephen and four policemen barges into Connor’s house)

Connor: Oh shit… (His phone falls from his hand)

Veronica: (over the phone) Hello? Hello? Connor? CONNOR!!!

(Connor slowly rises up from the couch)

Connor: What are you doing in my house? (To the policemen) Officers, Is there a problem?

Policeman 1: Are you Mr Connor Jackman.

Connor: Yeah, I am… Why?

Policeman 1: We have claims that you’re one of the suspects that had a hand in the attempted murder of Sir Stephen. We were also given a warrant to search around the house… (To the policemen) Do your job.

Connor: (defensively) No! You can’t do that!

(One of the policemen restrain Connor while the others go into the rooms. Few minutes later, The policemen return to the living room with loads of guns and ammunition)

Policeman 1: (looking at the weapons) Mr Connor, We would like you to follow us to the station for thorough questioning.

Connor: No, No, No… I’m not going anywhere, In innocent!

Policeman 1: (to his colleagues) Take him.

Connor: Don’t fucking touch me! I’m innocent!

(The policemen subdues Connor then handcuffs him & leads him out of his house to their van)

To be Continued

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Episode 35
Written by Johnny Patel
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(Outside Connor’s house)

Stephen: Thank you very much, Officer.

Policeman: I’m just doing my job, Sir.

Stephen: I’m very sure that man was the one who attacked me.

Policeman 1: Don’t worry, We’ll definitely find out very soon.

(At Hillwood Mental Sanatorium)

Clara: Hey Bethany.

(Bethany stares at her awkwardly)

Clara: You remember me right?

Bethany: (smiling) Of course I remember you, Clara… I was just kidding.

Clara: Woah, The treatments are working really well.

Bethany: Truly.

Clara: I thought it’ll take months, years… Even, For you to remember.

Bethany: (smirks) I guess I’m just lucky. Although I don’t remember everything fully, The memories are just coming back, In pieces… Dr Edith said it’s gonna take a while.

Clara: I just want you to get better quickly. (she takes out a flask) Anyways, I brought hot pudding, Your favorite.

Bethany: (she collects the flask) Thank you.

Clara: So when last did Stephen Griffin come to visit you?

Bethany: (she tries to recollect who Stephen is) Stephen Griffin? Describe him.

Clara: Tall, Dark hair, brown eyes, Baritone voice… He’s the guy who first came to see you when you we’re admitted here.

Bethany: Ohh, That guy… Well, It’s been almost a week now

Clara: You now remember everything about him?

Bethany: I don’t think so, Although I remember when he and I were at the sea side, I don’t remember where exactly… (sighs) It’s all still blurry in my head.

Clara:
(reasurringly) You’ll be fine soon (she stands up from the bench) I’ll be leaving now, Take care of yourself. Okay?
Bethany: Sure.

(Meanwhile)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)

Sir Griffin: Welcome back, Stephen. Where have you been all day?

Stephen: Dad, There’s good news. The police have already discovered the man behind my attempted murder.

Sir Griffin: They have?

Stephen: Yes. His name is Connor Jackman.

(Veronica widens her eyes in shock)

Stephen: He has been taken to jail for thorough interrogations, And the police are gonna find out from him who else was involved in my attempted murder.

Sir Griffin: Hmmm, That’s wonderful. (To Veronica) Isn’t it darling?

Veronica: Umm, Yea. It is… That man deserves to rot it jail!

Stephen: (noticing Veronica’s facial expression) Indeed.

Sir Griffin: Anyways, Your meal is on the dinner table.

Stephen: I’m not eating. (He goes into his room)

Veronica: (to Sir Griffin) Darling, I’m going to my room to have a nap. I’ve been weary all day

Sir Griffin: Okay…

(Later)
(In Veronica’s room)

Veronica: (panicking) This can’t be! Since the police have discovered Connor, It won’t be long before they come for me. (She opens her wardrobe and starts taking out her clothes) I have to start packing. I need to leave this house immediately, There’s no way I’m joining Connor in that stenched prison!

(Stephen opens her room)

Veronica: (she struggles to catch her breath as her hearts continues beating fast) What do you want?

Stephen: Where’re you packing your loads to?

Veronica: Nowhere. I just wanted to arrange my stuff.

Stephen: You know, The man who attacked me is also the same man who’ve been cheating on my Dad with.

Veronica: (she tries to defend herself) You don’t know what you’re saying.

Stephen: Hmm, Really?

Veronica: (sighs) Stephen just leave my room.

Stephen: Not yet. See, I’ve already figured things out, Not only are you cheating on my Dad with Connor Jackman, You are also Connor’s accomplice which means you have a hand in my attempted murder…

Veronica: (angrily) First you accuse me of adultery, Now you’re saying I tried to kill you? You’re a fool, Stephen. WHY WON’T YOU JUST LEAVE ME ALONE?!!!

Stephen: Let’s just wait till Connor Jackman confesses. Then we’ll know who the fool is. (He attempts leave but turns around) And if you’re thinking about escaping, I’ll have you know that won’t be possible!

(Veronica stares at Stephen in fear as he leaves her room)

(That night)
(Veronica looks out to the window)

Veronica: No one is outside. Perfect.

(Veronica
packs her luggages and rushes to the door, She attempts to open it but it’s locked)
Veronica: Argh! What’s all these? (She pulls the door forcefully) No, no, no… Open please! (She tries to open the door again but it doesn’t budge, She quickly realizes the door is locked from the outside) Oh shit, How will I get out now? And I left my room key at the porch. Who the hell would’ve locked me in here?

(Meanwhile)
(In Stephen’s room)

Stephen: (staring his master key) Let’s see how that bitch will escape… The only time she’ll be free to leave is until Connor Jackman reveals his accomplices and if she’s not part of them but if not… She’s going to rot in prison.

(Silvania knocks on his door)

Silvania: Sorry to cut into your brooding time. (smiles)

Stephen: (chuckles) I’m not brooding.

Silvania: (she walks closer to him) Doesn’t look like it.

Stephen: Just don’t mind me. So, What’s up?

Silvania: Nothing much. It’s been really long since we spent time together.

Stephen: Oh, yeah… I’ve been really busy uncovering so much things.

Silvania: Like?

Stephen: (sighs) My stepmom has been cheating on my Dad all these times, And worse, I greatly suspect she had a hand in my attempted murder.

Silvania: (she pretends to act suprised) Ohhh, That’s not good at all. No wonder you’ve been really occupied lately, It even shows on your face that you’re suffering from severe stress.

Stephen: (chuckles) It does?

Silvania: Uh-Huh

(Silvania runs her hand through Stephen’s cheek and he touches it, They slowly lean in towards each other in the heat of the moment. Suddenly, Marianna/Anna enters the room)

Marianna/Anna: Stephen!

Stephen: Anna, What’s wrong?

Marianna/Anna: Please come to my room fast! I need to show you something urgently!

Stephen: Ok ok. Silvania, I’ll be right back.

Silvania: No problem.

(Marianna/Anna gives Silvania the evil eye as she takes Stephen out of the room)

Silvania: (suspiciously) There is definitely something off about that lady.

(In Marianna/Anna’s room)
(Marianna/Anna takes Stephen inside then locks the door behind her)

Stephen: (looking around) So Anna, What was it you wanted to show me?

Marianna/Anna: Alright, I’ve rested long enough. Time to get down to business!

Stephen: Huh?

Marianna/Anna: (she takes out King Jerod’s trident from under the bed & turns to Stephen) Don’t scream.

Stephen: (puzzled) What the heck is that…

(Marianna/Anna points the trident at Stephen and a light emerges from it & enters Stephen’s eyes, putting him under a hypnotic enchantment)

Marianna/Anna: You will fall in love with me, And the only person that will matter to you from now on is Me!

Stephen: I’ll fall in love you with you, And the only person that will matter to me from now on is you.

Marianna/Anna: (laughs) I’ve waited so long for this moment, And it has finally arrived! (She fiercely draws Stephen closer to her) Now let’s culminate our courtship…

(Marianna/Anna pulls Stephen into a deep kiss)

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Episode 36
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(Silvania rushes to Marianna/Anna’s room then she puts her ear to the door to eavesdrop)

Marianna/Anna: (from inside the room) I’m really happy we’re together now, Stephen. I’ve waited so long for this moment. (desperately) You’re in love with me as well, Isn’t it?

Stephen: (hypnotically) Yes. The only person that matters to me is you.

(Silvania shockingly gasps on hearing this)

Marianna/Anna: (patting his head) Good boy. Now listen, Let’s keep our relationship a secret. No one must know about us, Is that understood?

Stephen: (hypnotically) No one will know about us.

Marianna/Anna: Good! Don’t forget, Act normal. Alright?

Stephen: (hypnotically) I will.

Marianna/Anna: You can go now, But be back soon, I want us to spend the night together.

Stephen: (hypnotically) If that is your wish…

Marianna/Anna: (smiling) It is. (she wiggles her fingers at him) Bye…

(Silvania hears footsteps and she quickly hides behind a curtain & watches as Stephen comes out of Marianna/Anna’s room)

Silvania: (shocked) Stephen is in love with Anna? How can this be?

(Later)
(At the quarters)
(Silvania enters and sees Lucas fast asleep)

Silvania: He’s already sleeping… (She covers him with the blanket then goes to sit on her bed) This is weird, It can’t be true… How will Anna suddenly show up and Stephen is in love with her already? (she looks around disturbed) That lady is up to not good.

(Underwater – The Mer Kingdom)
(At the castle)

King Jerod: (to the guard) Where is Prince Erik?

Guard: I don’t know my King, I haven’t seen him since today.

King Jerod: (enraged) Let’s just hope he hasn’t been going to the surface as well… Order your able bodied guards to search around for him!

Guard 1: (bows) Right away my King…

(Just then, Prince Erik swims into the throne room)

King Jerod: Where have you been?

Prince Erik: I went out to see a friend.

King Jerod: Who is that friend?

Prince Erik: His name is Adrian, He lives around the Trench. That’s where I’ve been all day.

King
Jerod: Are you telling me the truth?
Prince Erik: Yes Father. And besides, I’m a grown merman. I don’t need any babying, I can take care of myself. (He swims out of the throne room)

King Jerod: (to the guard) I want you to keep a close eye on him.

Guard 1: Definitely my King…

(Next Morning)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(Stephen goes back to Veronica’s room and unlocks it)

Stephen: (smirks) Atleast its day time now, Everyone will know when you try to flee.

(He peeps into her room & sees her on the floor, fast asleep)

Stephen: (chuckles) You tried to escape, And you failed.

(Later that morning)
(Sir Griffin goes to Veronica’s room)

Sir Griffin: (he opens the door and sees her sleeping on the floor ) Veronica? (He taps her) Veronica?

Veronica: (she opens her eyes) Uhh, Good morning darling…

Sir Griffin: (puzzled) Why were you on the floor sleeping? And why are all of your belongings packed up, Where are you going?

Veronica: Umm… I plan to visit my Mom in Evergreen Falls, She’s really ill. I must’ve fallen asleep while talking to her over the phone yesterday.

Sir Griffin: That’s too bad, What happened to her?

Veronica: She’s been diagnosed with Diabetes. So I need to go and be with her for a while, I’ll be leaving today.

Sir Griffin: Its alright, It’s alright… Richard will drive you

Veronica: No need. I’ll drive myself.

Sir Griffin: Okay.

Veronica: I just need to have a shower and then I’ll be on my my way.

Sir Griffin: No problem. Just see me downstairs before you leave, Alright?

Veronica: Sure. I love you so much, darling.

Sir Griffin: (he pecks her) I love you too. (He smiles at her as he leaves her room)

Veronica: Ugh, I need to scrub all of these old man residue from my cheek! (smiling) Atleast, He believed my story. I just need to get out of here fast, I’d rather lose all of these riches than to rot in prison!

(Meanwhile)
(In the kitchen)

Silvania: Hey Lucas.

Lucas: Hey. You’re always in the kitchen, We hardly clean together anymore. Why?

Silvania: I’m sorry, I’ve just been really busy. (sighs) Lucas, I need to tell you something… I think Stephen is in love with Anna.

Lucas: That can’t be possible. How can he suddenly be in love with someone that just arrived here few days ago?

Silvania: I overheard them, Lucas.

(Rosemary enters the kitchen)

Rosemary: Silvania, Sir Stephen wants to see you in his room now.

Silvania: Okay.

(In Stephen’s room)
(Silvania enters & sees Marianna/Anna with Stephen)

Silvania: (opening the door) Sir Stephen, You sent for me?

Marianna/Anna: As a matter of fact, He did. (She places Stephen’s hand on her waist then looks back at Silvania) Stephen here has something to tell you.

Stephen: (hypnotically) Silvania, I can never ever love you no matter what you do or how beautiful you are.

Silvania: (overly confused) I don’t understand you…

Marianna/Anna: You don’t understand him? Okay. Let me make it clearer to you, Silvania… (She walks closer to Silvania) Stephen said he’ll NEVER EVER love you no matter how hard to try to get him to. Whether you’re the kindest or the most beautiful person on Earth, He will NEVER have eyes for you, Got it?!!!

Stephen:
(hypnotically) Silvania, I can never ever love you no matter what you do or how beautiful you are.
Silvania: (suspiciously) What have you done to him?

Marianna/Anna: Oh, I’ve done nothing to him, He just loves me from the bottom of his heart, That’s all. (laughing mockingly) And I’m not even forcing myself on him… You want me to prove it? Fine. (To Stephen) Kiss me.

(Without hesitation, Stephen pulls Marianna/Anna into a deep kiss right in Silvania’s presence)

Silvania: (tears run down her cheeks) Huh…

Marianna/Anna: (She stares at Stephen while breaking the kiss) Hmm, That lips can really do something.

Silvania: (enraged) I’LL KILL YOU!

(Silvania rushes to Marianna/Anna but Stephen gets in her way, shielding Marianna/Anna)

Marianna/Anna: (threatening) Hey, hey, hey… If you try anything stupid, My amiable bodyguard here will BEAT you up!

Silvania: (looking into Stephen’s eyes) Stephen, It’s me…

Marianna/Anna: He doesn’t give a heck about you. Get out of here!

(Stephen forcefully pushes Silvania out of his room then he closes the door shut)

Silvania: (knocking on his door) Stephen, Open the door! Please!

Stephen: (hypnotically) Have I pleased you?

Marianna/Anna: (smiling in satisfaction) Yes. You’ve pleased me very much. (She draws him into a kiss)

(Outside the room, Silvania peeps from the key hole & sees Marianna/Anna and Stephen making out)

Silvania: (gasps) Huh… (She rests her back on his door then she slides down to the floor while crying profusely)

To be Continued

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Episode 37
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(Veronica packs her luggages to the door)

Sir Griffin: You’re ready to go?

Veronica: Yes love.

Sir Griffin: (he hands her a car key) That’s the key to my white Porsche outside, I want you to take it with you.

Veronica: (smiling) Okay…

Sir Griffin: I already transfered $3 million to your bank account, I hope that’ll be enough.

Veronica: It’s more than enough, Darling. (she hugs him) Thank you very much. (She breaks the hug) I’ll be leaving now, Bye.

(Stephen enters the living room)

Stephen: No, no, no… Where is she going?

Sir Griffin: She’s going to Evergreen Falls to visit her mother, Who’s terribly sick with Diabetes.

Stephen: (To Veronica) Ohh, So that’s the lie you came up with so that you can escape?

Sir Griffin: Escape to where?

Stephen: Look Dad, The man who got arrested for my attempted murder is also the man she’s been going to have her sexual rendezvous with, And now that he’s being interrogated, We need to know who else was involved and until then… Veronica is not leaving this house!

Sir Griffin: (furious) Stephen.

Veronica: (crying) Wow… (To Sir Griffin) You see what I told you, Stephen hates me and he will never ever accept me… It’s better if I just leave. (She cleans her tears then tries to leave but Stephen intercepts her)

Stephen: Didn’t you hear what I just said? You’re not leaving this house!

Sir Griffin: Stephen enough of this rubbish. What is wrong with you?!

(Just then, A knock is heard on the door)

Sir Griffin: I wonder who that is.

(Stephen opens the door and sees three policemen)

Stephen: Good morning officers.

Policeman 1: Good morning Sir, We’re here for Madam Veronica Hathaway Griffin.

Stephen: (he points at Veronica) She’s the one.

(Marianna/Anna, Silvania, Lucas, Richard & Rosemary all come out to the living room)

Sir Griffin: Officer, Is there a problem?

Policeman 1: Sir, After two days of torture and continuous interrogations, Mr Connor Jackman confessed that he’s the one behind Mr Stephen Griffin’s attempted murder and he also said Madam Veronica Hathaway Griffin is his main accomplice. He claimed she’s the one who convinced him to attack Sir Stephen Griffin because she wanted him dead so that her unborn son can inherit all of your wealth.

Silvania: (she puts her hand over her mouth as she gasps in shock)

Veronica: (sobbing) No! That’s not true, That man is a liar!

Policeman 1: Madam Veronica, Please we would like you to follow us to the station.

Veronica: No, I’m not going anywhere with you. (To Sir Griffin) Please darling don’t let them take me away! Everything they just said about me is a prevarication!

Sir Griffin: Officers, You can’t take her away… She’s pregnant.

Policeman 1: We’re sorry sir, We’re just doing our job. (To the others) Take her.

Stephen: Hold up… (He collects the car keys from Veronica) You can take her now.

(The policemen carry Veronica out of the house and she keeps on screaming continuously)

(Later)
(In the kitchen)

Rosemary: I can’t believe Madam Veronica could do something like this.

Lucas: (scoffs) I can believe.

Richard: She was always so nice, It’s still strange that she was accused of attempted murder.

Lucas: Maybe that was her trick all along, To win you all over with her kindness before she pounces.

Richard: If she’s really guilty, We’ll all find out. The police may just be taking her to the station for questioning, She might still come back.

Lucas: Well, I wish she never comes back.

(Silvania leaves the kitchen)

Rosemary: Is Silvania okay?

Richard: Maybe she’s devastated as well.

Lucas: I don’t think so. (sighs) I’ll be back.

(Lucas goes to meet Silvania)

Lucas: Hey, What’s the matter?

Silvania: (sadly) Lucas, I’ve lost hope of ever making Stephen to fall in love with me, He’s in love with Anna. He even threw me out of his room yesterday when I tried to speak with him.

Lucas: Woah, That was harsh.

Silvania: (sobbing) I don’t know why all these are happening to me? Is it now a crime to fall in love?

(Lucas rests her head on his shoulder)

Lucas: (patting her) It’s alright, It’s alright…

(Meanwhile)
(In the living room)

Stephen: Dad, What are you doing?

Sir Griffin: I’m trying to call my lawyer. There’s definitely a mistake somewhere. Veronica could never do something as horrid as what she was being accused of.

Stephen: (visibly angry) Have you forgotten the sayings – “Don’t not be deceived by appearances” and “People aren’t always who or what they seem to be”

Sir Griffin: Not in this case. Veronica is innocent, I’m sure of it.

Stephen: This is how she was able to deceive you all these while because she knows you’ll never suspect her. (Suddenly, He takes out his iPhone)

Sir Griffin: What are you doing?

Stephen: Just hold on… (scrolling through his iPhone) I just remembered that while I was watching Veronica and Connor with my IPhone, I took a video recording of them. Since you won’t believe what I say, Maybe you’ll believe what you see. (He opens the video then shows it to his father)

Sir Griffin: (he collects Stephen’s iPhone & plays the video)

The video plays:

(Veronica knocks on Connor’s door and he opens it)

Connor: Ooohh… (He hugs Veronica tightly) Thank God you’re here. I’ve been Hot all morning! (He kisses her)

Veronica: Oh please, You want to tell me that you’ve never brought any girl to your house?

Connor: I swear, I haven’t.

Veronica: Don’t deceive yourself please. You’re clearly lying.

Connor: (laughing) Just get in so we can have some fun.

(Veronica enters the house as Connor spanks her ass… The video stops playing)

Stephen: Do you know believe me?

Sir Griffin: (He looks up in utter shock) How could Veronica do this to me….?

Stephen: She never loved you, Dad. The only thing she was ever after was your wealth.

Sir Griffin: (he sighs in disbelief)

(Meanwhile )
(On the highway)
(Inside the police van, The main police officer drives the car while Veronica sits in the middle of the two other officers)

Veronica: Officers, Please I’m telling you… I’m innocent, I had no hand in Stephen’s attempted murder. Please believe me.

Policeman 1: We’ll find out when we get to the station.

(Veronica looks around for any means of escape but she doesn’t see any)

Veronica: (quietly) I’d rather die than rot away in that prison…

Policeman 1: What?

(Veronica swifly moves forward and turns the steering wheel out of the main road. The police officers restrain Veronica but it’s too late & the car somersaults down the road and crashes)

(Back at Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(In Marianna/Anna’s room)

Marianna/Anna: (to her magic shell mirror) Suzanne.

(Suzanne appears in the mirror)

Suzanne: Hey Marianna. Why do you look all stressed out?

Marianna/Anna: Because all these while, My beloved Stephen’s life has been in danger.

(Silvania passes by & overhears Marianna/Anna talking to someone, Then she puts her ear to the door)

Suzanne: Woah, Seriously?

Marianna/Anna: Yes! And worse, His stepmom was the one who’s been planning to eliminate him.

Suzanne: Did you kill her?

Marianna/Anna: I would’ve but there wasn’t any need for that, She’s been taken to jail already.

Suzanne: What’s a jail?

Marianna/Anna: It’s synonymous to a dungeon.

Suzanne: Ohh, Okay. So now that Silvania is out of the way, You’ll have Stephen all to yourself.

Marianna/Anna: Not quite. I just learnt that Stephen is engaged to someone named Bethany… I can’t afford to have anyone scatter my relationship with Stephen, And if I sense any threat… I’ll snuff that person out!

(Silvania widens her eyes in fear. Just then, Richard enters the hallway & sees Silvania putting her ear to Marianna/Anna’s room door)

Richard: Uhh, Silvania?

Silvania: Ohh… Richard, Hey.

Richard: You were eavesdropping?

Silvania: (she tries to lie) Umm, Actually… I… I was waiting for, umm… (She notices his expression and gives up) Ok fine, I was eavesdropping. I’m sorry.

Richard: (chuckles) It’s cool. Just don’t let Sir Griffin or Sir Stephen catch you.

Silvania: (smiling) I won’t.

(That night)
(Down the highway)
(Inside the police van, Veronica slowly opens her eyes, She sees the policemen beside her, unconscious and the main policeman unconscious as well, With his face down)

Veronica: (coughing) I’m alive…

(She slowly gets out of the crashed vehicle and limps away)

Veronica: (she gasps and clutches to her stomach) Ahhh, My stomach!

(Veronica looks down and sees blood dripping down her legs)

Veronica: (gasps) No… My baby…

(She weakly falls to the ground, losing consciousness)

The Fault in our Romance
Episode 38
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(Next Day)
(At Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(In the garden, Stephen walks in on his father soliloquizing)

Stephen: I brought you a bottle of champagne (he hands it to his father) Here…

Sir Griffin: I don’t want it.

Stephen: (he relaxes on the lounge chair) What’s done is done, You can’t reverse what happened. Besides, I tried to warn you about her.

Sir Griffin: I don’t know if I should call myself “stupid” for not listening to you and divorcing your mother. I regret my decisions! (sighs) Women…

Stephen: No, Dad. Don’t judge all women from the actions of just one woman. Veronica was a wolf in a sheep’s clothing, Too bad you fell into her trap.

Sir Griffin: And now I’m going to spend the rest of my life alone. I know your mother will never ever forgive me.

Stephen: There’s only one way to find out…

(Richard enters the parlor)

Richard: Sir, I just got a call now from the Central hospital. The police van that was taking Madam Veronica to the station crashed and she got into an accident…

Sir Griffin: (sternly) Do I look like I care? If that person calls back, Tell him that Veronica can rot in hell. I don’t give a damn!

Richard: Yes Sir. (He exits the lounge)

Stephen: What now, Dad?

Sir Griffin: Your mother may never want us to rekindle our relationship, But my heart won’t be at peace if I don’t ask her for forgiveness… I was so mean and ruthless to her the night I threw her out (he sighs deeply)

(In the ocean -The Mer Kingdom)
(While Prince Erik swims to Alana’s house, He notices someone following him & speedily hides behind a large anchor)

Guard 1: (puzzled) Where did he go?

Guard 2: (scanning around) I don’t see him.

Guard 1: (points) Let’s check over there.

(When the guards leave, Prince Erik comes out of his hiding)

Prince Erik: Of course. My Dad told the guards to spy on me, Classic King Jerod.

(At Alana’s house)

Prince Erik: Hey

Alana: (she hugs him) I’ve missed you. (breaking the hug) Would you join me for breakfast?

Prince Erik: Mmm, What’re we having?

Alana: Sea worms. I caught them myself, You’ll love it.

Prince Erik: (he takes a seaworm and eats it) I already do, Tastes wonderful. (chuckles)

Alana: (smiling) When are you going to tell your father about us?

Prince Erik: (his smile drops) I don’t know.

Alana: Well you’re going to have to tell him sooner, I mean, We can’t keep our relationship a secret forever.

Prince Erik: I’ll let him now when the time comes, Okay? Now let’s enjoy these delicious seaworms.

Alana: Alright.

(Hillwood City)
(Sir Griffin’s mansion)
(At the garage)

Rosemary: Richard, I came to tell you that your food is on the dinner table.

Richard: You should’ve just brought it for me.

Rosemary: Go take it yourself. I’m not your servant.

Richard: By the way, There’s something I need to tell you.

Rosemary: What?

Richard: The person that called to tell me about Madam Veronica also said that she had a miscarriage from the accident she got into.

Rosemary: Oh my God, That’s very painful… I don’t care about Madam Veronica, I just feel sad for the baby. Did the man say anything else?

Richard: He said she’s been taken to the hospital but there’s a slim chance she might make it… Sir Griffin doesn’t care about her anymore

Rosemary: I don’t blame him, I would’ve done the same thing if I learned that the person I love has been stabbing me in the back. After learning this, I now know that it’s not everyone I can trust… The person you might think is innocent might even be the most dangerous person you know

Richard: Truly.

Rosemary: (sighs) May God help us all.

(In the hallway)
(Stephen is about to go into his room and sees Silvania)

Stephen: (excitedly) Hey, Silvania!

Silvania: (surprised) Sir Stephen…

(Suddenly, Stephen enters a trance due to the hypnotic spell that Marianna cast on him)

Silvania: (she goes to meet him) You called me?

Stephen: (hypnotically) Silvania, I will never ever love you no matter what you do or how beautiful you are.

Silvania: (staring at him) What has Anna done to you?

Stephen: (hypnotically) The only person that matters to me is Anna.

(Stephen enters his room and shuts the door at her)

Silvania: (puzzled) Why is he acting like this…

(At the quarters)
(Silvania enters the room and sits on her bed)

Silvania: I don’t get it, What is happening? First, Stephen wanted to talk to me and then he started repeating what he said to me about two days ago in a strange eerie manner.

(Lucas enters the room)

Lucas: Silvania… Is something bothering you?

Silvania: (shakes her head) I’m fine.

Lucas: Rosemary said she’ll need you to run some errands for her, Hope you don’t mind?

Silvania: Not at all. (She leaves the kitchen)

(Later)
(In the kitchen)

Silvania: (entering the kitchen) I’m here.

Rosemary: Okay good, I’m done with Miss Anna’s food. Please help me take it to her.

Silvania: (groaning) Ugh, Why me? I don’t want to see that woman’s face.

Rosemary: Then you can cover your eyes. Look, I don’t care what’s going on between you two… Just help me take her food to her.

Silvania: You call yourself my friend but never behave like you actually care about me.

Rosemary: I’m just minding my business the best way possible.

(Silvania sighs as she takes the food to Marianna/Anna’s room)

(In Anna’s room)
(Someone knocks on her door)

Marianna/Anna: Who is it?

Silvania: Silvania.

Marianna/Anna: (hisses) Get in here!

(Silvania enters her room and drops the food on her stool)

Silvania: (looking at her angrily) That’s your food.

Marianna/Anna: And where’s my water?

Silvania: (scornfully) Rosemary is bringing it.

Marianna/Anna: (hisses) Get out of here!

(Silvania is about to leave the room then she turns around to look at Marianna/Anna with anger. Just then She notices her true reflection in the mirror is Princess Marianna)

Silvania: (shocked) Princess Marianna?

Marianna/Anna: (raising her head up) What was that?

Silvania: Nothing.

Marianna/Anna: And what are you still doing in here? GET OUT!!!

(Silvania hurriedly leaves the room)

Silvania: How could it be? Why did Anna’s reflection in the mirror look like Princess Marianna from the Mer Kingdom? Hold a minute… This is all confusing.

(Silvania peeps into Marianna/Anna’s room through the key hole and she sees her standing up and going to the mirror to check herself out)

Silvania: Perfect.

(Silvania sneaks back into her room and hides behind the curtain closest to the door then she peeps at Marianna/Anna)

Marianna/Anna: (she takes a red satin dress and checks herself out in the mirror) Mmm, Maybe I should wear red tomorrow… Stephen will love me more once he sees me in this. (laughs)

(Seeing her true reflection in the mirror, Silvania peeps at Marianna/Anna in utter shock)

Silvania: (gasps) Oh my God. I was right… Anna is Princess Marianna.

TBc