INT. ANASHIA'S SAFE HOUSE – NIGHT
The room is still messy. Anashia (ANASHIA) is sitting on the floor; the lingering effects of his crying are still visible. He is still devastated, his defenses broken.
Suddenly, there is a loud knock at the door. Anashia can't move at first, convinced someone is following him.
He slowly opens the door.
Outside the door, Alia (ALIA) stands. She is wearing the black suit dress, her face holding cold composure, and cigarette smoke lingering in the air. She drove the world's most expensive car to get here, but now her eyes only seek shelter.
Anashia is astonished. His tears dry up, quickly replaced by disbelief and hope.
ANASHIA
(Gasping, in Korean)
"알리아? 너..."
(Romanized: Alia? Neo...)
(Translation: Alia? You...)
Alia says nothing. She only presses the cigarette out on the door frame. Then she takes one step toward Anashia.
Alia's silent arrival is the biggest answer for Anashia.
Anashia doesn't wait another moment. He quickly hugs Alia tightly, as if he has found the only support system in his life. His embrace is much more intense and liberating than Victor's.
Alia also says nothing. She just rests her head on Anashia's chest. Her body is still cold, but her silence tells Anashia that she is now with him.
Then, Anashia lifts Alia's face, his wet eyes filled with deep emotion. He kisses Alia on the lips. That kiss is long, passionate—carrying their old truth, new commitment, and the vow of revenge against Victor.
Alia offers no resistance to the kiss. She surrenders completely, as if she has reached a safe place between her emotions and the political game.
When the kiss ends, Anashia pulls Alia to his side. He gently lifts her into his arms, as if she were made of glass.
ANASHIA
(Whispering in Alia's ear, in Bengali)
"No more fear. You have no more fear."
Anashia carries Alia into the room. The devastation on his face is now replaced by the resolve of a victor. They vanish into the darkness.
Scene: "A Trusting Undressing"
INT. ANASHIA'S SAFE HOUSE – BEDROOM – CONTINUOUS
The room is dark, lit only by the faint city light filtering through the window curtains. Alia (ALIA) is lying on the bed. The marks of mental exhaustion are still in her eyes, but she has found a sense of security in Anashia's presence. She watches Anashia calmly.
After carrying Alia into the room, Anashia carefully lays her down on the bed. There are no signs of tears on his face now, only deep affection and focus.
Anashia stands by Alia's side. He says nothing. The silence carries all their unspoken feelings.
Anashia slowly begins to unbutton his shirt. One button loosens after another; his attention is solely on this task. There is no sexual urgency in his manner, but a sensitive process of building trust and reliance.
Alia watches Anashia's every move, completely calmly, with a speechless gaze. She sees Anashia's physical vulnerability, the pressure of Victor's threats on his shoulders, and the evidence of Anashia's risk-taking for her. In this moment, Anashia is not just her lover; he is her last refuge.
When the shirt is fully open, Anashia gently places it on the chair. The signs of the night's mental stress and physical exertion are evident on his exposed body.
Anashia looks at Alia and smiles slightly—that smile is deep, containing no questions, only acknowledgment.
ANASHIA
(In a low voice, gently touching Alia's forehead)
"No more politics today. Today, it's just you and me."
Alia slowly closes her eyes. A silent consent on her lips.
Scene: "Deepest Connection and Silent Vow"
INT. ANASHIA'S SAFE HOUSE – BEDROOM – CONTINUOUS
Anashia and Alia are in a long kiss. All their emotions, desires, and the suffering of the past seem mixed in that kiss.
Suddenly, Anashia breaks the kiss. He pulls back slightly from Alia. Alia looks at him in surprise.
Anashia says nothing but gently takes both of Alia's hands into his. His gaze is deep, his eyes filled with a hundred unspoken promises.
Alia also looks at him. She knows that what Anashia wants to express at this moment cannot be conveyed in ordinary words. This is a silent vow against Victor's deception, Margaret's jealousy, and all the politics surrounding them.
Anashia slowly strokes Alia's palms with his thumb. This touch carries respect, protection, and love—accepting Alia not as a 'Queen', but as a 'woman'.
ANASHIA
(In a deep, whispered voice, in Bengali)
"No more lies, Alia. No more being alone."
Alia closes her eyes. The warmth of Anashia's hands and the firmness in his voice dispel all the terror within Alia. She knows this hand will not only give her love but also lead her in this political game.
They lie there for a while—their four hands united, all their plans and future written in that silence.
Scene: "The Dangerous Plea"
INT. ANASHIA'S SAFE HOUSE – BEDROOM – CONTINUOUS
Alia and Anashia are lying on the bed, their four hands joined. The moment of silent commitment and deep love continues.
Alia slowly opens her eyes. The marks of love are still on her face, but the Queen's caution has returned to her eyes. She knows that being with Anashia is as safe for her as it is dangerous for him.
Alia slowly removes her hand from Anashia's grasp. Before Anashia can ask, Alia speaks in a calm, firm voice.
ALIA
(Taking a deep breath, in Bengali, but her tone is hard)
"You must leave, Anashia."
Anashia looks at Alia in shock. His eyes fill with disbelief and pain.
ANASHIA
(In pain)
"What are you saying, Alia? Now... why now?"
ALIA
(Shaking her head, holding back tears)
"Your place is not here. Not in this room. Victor will kill you. He knows everything. He may be calm, but he won't forgive."
Anashia sits up, determination on his face.
ANASHIA
"I know. But I won't go. I can't leave you alone. If I die, I'll die by your side."
ALIA
(Clutching his shoulder, emotional but clear)
"Your life cannot be wasted for me. You have work to do. You are the man who can give me back power. Go now. When we meet again, I will not just be a woman—I will be the free Queen."
Alia kisses him quickly—that kiss is one of farewell, of promise, and of final warning.
ALIA
(Whispering)
"Go. This is our first and last weakness. Now, work."
Anashia accepts this ultimate command from his beloved. He stands up, with the same agony and resolve on his face. He knows that to save Alia, he must leave.
Anashia quickly puts on his clothes. He doesn't look back at Alia. With preparation for a war bigger than love, he leaves the room.
Alia lies on the bed. Her eyes now hold tears and resolve—equally mixed.
Scene: "The Vow and the Sacrifice"
INT. ANASHIA'S SAFE HOUSE – BEDROOM – CONTINUOUS
Anashia slowly strokes Alia's palm with his thumb. This touch was one of respect, protection, and love—accepting Alia not as a 'Queen,' but as a 'woman.'
ANASHIA
(In a deep, whispered voice, in Bengali)
"No more lies, Alia. No more being alone."
Alia closes her eyes. The warmth of Anashia's hand and the firmness in his voice dispel all the terror within Alia. She knows this hand will not only give her love but also lead her in this political game.
They lie that way for a while—their four hands united, their entire plan and future written in that silence.
INT. ANASHIA'S SAFE HOUSE – BEDROOM – CONTINUOUS
Alia and Anashia are lying on the bed, their four hands joined. The moment of silent commitment and deep love continues.
Alia slowly opens her eyes. The marks of love are still on her face, but the Queen's caution has returned to her eyes. She knows that being with Anashia is as safe for her as it is dangerous for him.
Alia gently removes her hand from Anashia's grasp. Before Anashia can ask, Alia speaks in a calm, firm voice.
ALIA
(Takes a deep breath, in Bengali, but her tone is hard)
"You must leave, Anashia."
Anashia looks at Alia in surprise. His eyes fill with disbelief and pain.
ANASHIA
(With pain)
"What are you saying, Alia? Now... why now?"
ALIA
(Shaking her head, holding back tears)
"Your place is not here. Not in this room. Victor will kill you. He knows everything. He may be calm, but he won't forgive."
Anashia sits up, determination on his face.
ANASHIA
"I know. But I won't go. I can't leave you alone. If I die, I'll die by your side."
ALIA
(Clutching his shoulder, emotional but clear)
"Your life cannot be wasted for me. You have work to do. You are the man who can give me back power. Go now. When we meet again, I will not just be a woman—I will be the free Queen."
Alia kisses him quickly—that kiss was one of farewell, of promise, and of final warning.
ALIA
(Whispering)
"Go. This is our first and last vulnerability. Now, work."
Anashia accepts this ultimate command from his beloved. He stands up, with the same agony and resolve on his face. He knows that to save Alia, he must leave.
ANASHIA
(Firmly)
"I am going. But remember, I will return very soon."
Anashia quickly puts on his clothes. He doesn't look back at Alia. With preparation for a war bigger than love, he leaves the room.
Alia lies on the bed. Her eyes now hold tears and resolve—equally mixed.