🌙 Episode 9 –
Page 1 – Campfire Aftermath
The forest is quiet after the battle. Ranveer has left. Manish snores lightly, exhausted. Ananya sits beside Karan, who is leaning against a rock, his hands trembling from the raw power he used.
Ananya (softly):
"You're hurt… let me see."
Karan tries to hide his arm, embarrassed.
Karan:
"It's nothing. Just… a scratch."
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Page 2 – Gentle Care
Ananya takes his hand anyway, gently wiping the cuts with a strip of cloth she tore from her dress. Her long hair falls forward, brushing Karan's arm. He stiffens, flustered.
Karan (thinking):
"Why… why does my chest feel heavier than any battle?"
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Page 3 – Emotional Talk
Close-up of Ananya's calm but serious eyes as she ties the cloth.
Ananya:
"You know… when you stood in front of me today, I thought you'd die."
(pauses, voice softer)
"But… you didn't. You fought like… like a warrior protecting something precious."
Karan lowers his gaze, unsure what to say.
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Page 4 – Vulnerability
Karan looks at the fire, his expression conflicted.
Karan:
"I wasn't strong enough before… I couldn't protect anyone. But now… if this power means I can keep you safe, keep all of us safe—then I'll use it. Even if it destroys me."
Ananya looks at him in surprise, her lips parting slightly.
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Page 5 – Subtle Connection
The fire crackles between them. Silence for a moment. Ananya smiles faintly, her cheeks pink under the glow.
Ananya (soft):
"You're a fool… but a good one."
She rests her head lightly on his shoulder. Karan's eyes widen, heart pounding.
Karan (thinking, stunned):
"Ananya…"
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Page 6 – Gentle Cliffhanger
Wide shot of the campfire under the starry night. Ananya dozes lightly against Karan's shoulder, while he sits frozen, staring at the flames — unsure if this moment is real.
📢 Narration (bottom text):
"Strength may win battles… but bonds forge the will to survive."
⚡ TO BE CONTINUED… ⚡