Episode 1: *Stonecrest Ridge – Final Battle*:
*Episode 1: Stonecrest Ridge – Final Battle**
**Characters:** Professor, Creatures, Tikazu, Niyaan, Prisha, Caspian, Evelyn, Hype Man, and Audience
**Scene 1 [08:05 PM, 10 Apr 2012]**
12 Years Ago – "Mysteries Part"
A professor, around 33 years old, is closing his mysterious lab at almost 8 PM. The lab, located deep inside a forest, is surrounded by a completely clear area. The professor secures the lab with a magical protective shield. He is no longer wearing his lab clothes but a regular outfit.
Professor (looking at his watch):
"It's 8:05. I guess it's time to go."
He hangs his white coat on a hanger, puts on a formal coat, and exits the lab, covering it with an ultraviolet-colored shield.
As he turns to leave, he sees three familiar creature-like animals. Their bodies appear to carry powers instead of blood, each about the size of a young lion. Ribbons-like fur flow in the air from their backs. The creatures stare at the professor. Understanding the seriousness of the situation, the professor addresses the middle creature:
"I told you not to come here. Leave now and never return."
Descending the hills, he approaches them. The middle creature steps forward:
"I already said that. But our Boss needs you. In return, we can give you anything in the world that will make you happy. You could even ask for the entire world if you wish."
The professor takes two steps toward the creature and replies:
"Happiness, huh! I do not gain joy by causing suffering. I won't go with you. It's better if you leave, or else things will get very bad for you."
The creature steps closer, attempting to persuade him:
"I think, today, you will have to come with us, one way or another."
Looking at all three creatures, the professor responds:
"Yes, that's obvious. You came well-prepared with the other two, but remember, you'll just end up rubbing your hands in vain."
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**Scene 2 [Present Moment: 9 Apr 2024, 08:45 PM]**
At night, a man rings the doorbell of a house. A beautiful girl opens the door.
Girl: "Yes, how can I help?"
Man: "Are you Prisha?"
Girl: "Yes, I am. What do you need?"
The man hands her an envelope: "This is for you."
Prisha immediately recognizes it. She opens it, reads its contents, and a smile spreads across her face. She thanks the man, closes the door, and walks away, while the man leaves as well.
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**Scene 3 [10 Apr 2024, 06:02 AM]**
The next morning, as the sun rises behind the mountains, Prisha wakes up with a feeling of joy, accompanied by the gentle chirping of birds.
Prisha's house = Shirakawa, Japan
She puts on a brown coat over her clothes, wears hand rubber gloves and shoes, and excitedly goes to the kitchen where her mother is.
Prisha: "Mom, I'm leaving."
Evelyn, worried: "Did you have breakfast, dear?"
Prisha: "Yes, I did."
Evelyn: "Are you completely ready, dear?"
Prisha: "Yes, I'm ready."
Evelyn hugs her with a tender voice: "Go and give it your best."
At that moment, a boy comes out from another room.
Tikazu, Prisha's younger brother: "Wait! I want to go with you."
Prisha, seeing his eagerness: "Okay, get ready quickly."
Tikazu runs to his room and returns in two minutes: "I'm ready now."
Seeing him ready, Prisha says: "Alright, let's go."
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**Scene 4 [10 Apr 2024, 06:30 AM – Going to Stadium]**
Prisha and Tikazu walk along the path. On one side is a river, on the other a beautiful garden.
Suddenly, they hear a voice: "Wait…"
They turn back. Tikazu, excited: "Oh, it's Niyaan! Where are you going in such a hurry?"
Niyaan: "I know Prisha's Stonecrest Ridge Final Competition is today. I enjoy watching her compete because she's amazing."
Tikazu: "Then we'll cheer together for my sister."
Prisha playfully pinches their cheeks: "Thanks, Niyaan, and my dear brother, for cheering me. Let's go."
As they walk, Prisha notices: "By the way, you both joined high school this year, right?"
Niyaan: "Yes, sister, we're not kids anymore."
Prisha (smiling): "Oh really? I thought you were just born today!"
All three laugh.
Tikazu, teasing: "No chance for you, sister!"
Prisha suddenly stops, and Niyaan and Tikazu look at her in surprise. She leans down and says: "Wait, didn't you both have school today?"
Niyaan (nervously): "Umm, actually our math teacher isn't coming today, so we didn't go."
Tikazu quickly covers Niyaan's mouth, embarrassed. Niyaan whispers: "What, are you trying to get me killed?"
Prisha, smiling, walks on: "You really have grown up. And how beautiful you both are, not caring about your age."
Niyaan bites Tikazu's hand, making him jerk back in pain. Tikazu shouts: "Ow! Be quiet!"
Niyaan: "Relax, you'll stick with me anyway."
Seeing their playful fight, Prisha laughs: "You two will never change. Keep dreaming."
Finally, they reach the stadium. At the counter, a man sees Prisha and stands:
"Oh hello, Ma'am… your room is that way."
Prisha: "Thank you."
The man adds: "Wait, you two cannot go in."
Niyaan: "Why? What happened?"
Counter Man: "It's only for competitors."
Niyaan: "We're her younger brothers. Our presence won't create a common room, it's still the competitor room."
The man hesitates, slightly annoyed: "Rules are rules. You can only go to the audience hall. No exceptions."
Niyaan, mischievously: "Tikazu, uncle got mad. Let's just sit in the audience hall. Rules or not, his heart will break."
Tikazu smiles at Prisha and teases her: "Looks like someone's butterflies are flying in their stomach."
Prisha pinches Tikazu's cheek: "Just a bit nervous before the competition. That's all."
Niyaan encourages: "Don't worry, sister. You'll win. I believe in you."
Prisha: "Thanks for cheering me on. Now you two go, I'm heading in."
As Prisha enters the competitor room, Hype Man announces:
"Friends! Today is the Stonecrest Ridge Final Competition! Prisha from Havenwood faces Caspian from Hornbloom. Both are highly skilled Stone Holders, experts with their stones. The competition begins now. Competitors, are you ready for the ultimate challenge?"
The audience cheers loudly:
"Prisha! Prisha! Caspian! Caspian!"
Prisha takes a deep breath, her determination overcoming her nerves. She tells herself:
"Yes, I'm ready."
She steps into the field, while Caspian enters from the other side, both lost in their thoughts.
Prisha (thinking): "I must win this competition. I cannot break my mother's trust. This is my last chance."
Caspian (thinking): "I will not accept defeat today. No matter what happens, I will win this competition."
Meanwhile, the audience erupts seeing the two competitors:
"Prisha! Prisha! Caspian! Caspian!"