Episode 14 – Part 1: "Beast Within: The Stirring"
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[Page 1 – Predawn, Lakeshore]
The soft mist is rising, and the first rays of sunlight touch the lake's surface. Everyone has woken from peaceful sleep—except Kamal, who hasn't slept all night. The relic given by Vasu Kamna glows faintly on his chest with a steady pulse.
Narration (Kamal's Voice-Over):
"A strange energy is coursing through my veins… like it's not blood anymore, but something new. My heart is racing—not out of fear, but as if some unknown part of me is waking up."
Kamal takes a deep breath. From his fingertips, a subtle vibration spreads—the water's surface ripples gently at his touch. Every sound is now amplified: birdsong, a distant frog's croak, even his own heartbeat feels like an echo.
Kamal (thinking):
"This power… It was my instinct that always protected me as a child. And now it's ready to guide me again."
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[Page 2 – Flashback Begins: Village, Age 5]
Panel 1 (Warm Sunrise over Village):
Young Kamal stands in his small courtyard, morning sunlight touching the surrounding mountains. His mother Meera brings out fresh rotis, but his father Rajesh still looks weak and frail.
Narration:
"I still remember that morning in the village—when Dad was sick, and Mom was so busy taking care of him that no one had time for me."
Panel 2 (Family Dynamics):
Arun and Ravi, his older brothers, are helping in the fields.
Pooja, his little sister, clings to his knee trying to play.
Kamal realizes, "Happiness in our home had become tied only to Dad's health."
Young Kamal (inner):
"I was the youngest… the one who used to get all the love. But Dad's illness made me a side character in my own house."
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[Page 3 – Flashback: Sister Rescue]
Panel 1 (Riverbank Scene):
Pooja slips and falls into the river—caught in the strong current. The villagers freeze in shock.
Young Kamal (jumping in):
"Pooja!"
Narration:
"When my heart spoke, my mind didn't think—I just dove in. That moment I realized… instincts aren't just for survival, they come with responsibility."
Panel 2 (On Shore):
Kamal holds his sister, wiping her wet face, crying silently.
Villagers applaud, but Kamal remembers only one thing:
"After Dad… she's my everything."
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[Page 4 – Flashback: Schoolyard Bullying]
Panel 1 (Dusty Playground):
Eight-year-old Kamal runs behind a stump. Two bullies yank at his bag.
Bully 1: "You water-boy! Go back home!"
Bully 2: "Wanna be a hero? Then run!"
Panel 2 (Reflex Dodge):
Kamal sidesteps lightning-fast, grabs the bag and slips away—realizing something inside him is different.
Kamal (inner):
"My reflexes… stronger than others'. But they only made me feel more alone."
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[Page 5 – Flashback: Priya's Betrayal]
Panel 1 (Quiet Lane):
Priya holds his hand, chatting casually, but soon joins a group of popular boys.
Priya (turning away): "Sorry Kamal, I'm busy now."
Young Kamal (shocked):
"What I thought was friendship, shattered in a second. That was my first real heartbreak."
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[Page 6 – Flashback: City & Meeting Nexus]
Panel 1 (City High School Gate):
Three years later, 11th grade—Kamal stands with a heavy backpack, anxious.
Panel 2 (Nexus Approaches):
Nexus, smiling warmly: "Your bag looks heavy. Need help?"
Narration:
"The city scared me… but one line from Nexus made me feel welcome for the first time."
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[Page 7 – Present Transition Back]
Panel 1 (Kamal's Determined Gaze):
Back at the lakeshore, Kamal looks at his reflection glowing from the relic.
Kamal (thinking):
"My past has become my power—now I'm ready for the next trial."
Panel 2 (Team Gathers):
Nexus, Sakshi, Harsh, Tina, and Ankit walk up—serious but supportive.
Nexus: "Time to move. We need to get out of this jungle."
Panel 3 (Final Shot):
They all start walking in line toward the jungle path.
Narration:
"I've found my instincts, faced my memories… now the next challenge begins."
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Episode 14 – Part 2: "Kamal: The Voice Within"
[Scene: Deep Jungle – Early Morning light peeks through the trees]
After the long night, morning light trickled through leaves and stones. The jungle remained eerily quiet—but Kamal was wide awake, not just in body… but in spirit.
He closed his eyes. His instinct had grown sharper than ever. Every rustle of a leaf, every bend of a branch, every hidden sound—he could sense its meaning.
Nexus (a little surprised):
"You said something feels off… can you tell us the way?"
Kamal (smirking calmly):
"The path doesn't speak… it's something you feel."
Without hesitation, Kamal started walking—toward a path no one else had noticed. The team followed without question.
[Suddenly — rustling in the bushes…]
A pack of wild predators emerged—two massive jungle wolves and a black panther. They snarled as if humans had entered sacred territory.
Harsh (terrified):
"Bro… are we the menu today?!"
Ankit (mocking):
"Say something lucky, man… not that!"
The animals began circling them.
Nexus (stepping ahead):
"Don't panic. Kamal... you ready?"
Kamal closed his eyes, breathing slowly. He stepped forward without fear. No longer the boy with pain in his eyes—only clarity.
One wolf leaped—Kamal predicted its move, sidestepped perfectly, and landed a solid elbow hit. The wolf collapsed.
The second came from behind—Nexus jumped and kicked it back.
The black panther was the real threat. It lunged straight at Kamal—
But Kamal looked into its eyes… watched its movements… and then—he whistled sharply.
(The panther halted… for a few seconds)
Everyone stood frozen. Kamal calmly said:
"This is the king of this jungle. It only attacks when we show fear. Look... now it's showing us the way."
The panther gave one last glance at everyone, then slowly turned away—disappearing into the forest shadows.
Sakshi (softly):
"Kamal… you…"
Nexus:
"A new Kamal has awakened."
Then, through the thickest part of the jungle, a hidden slope became visible—a valley bathed in morning light.
Kamal (smiling):
"The path is clear now. Let's go… our journey beyond the jungle begins here."
[Scene fades out as the whole team walks out together.]
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