The Beginning

Scene: Freshers Festival, Blaineview College, Nevada.

Shane: (Singing) "This hit, that ice cold

Michelle Pfeiffer, that white gold

This one for them hood girls

Them good girls straight masterpieces--"

The Audience

Holly: Oh, look at him, Rachel. He's such a dream boy.

Rachel: Meh. What about him?

Holly: WHAT? How can you say that? Look at him. He has a sweet voice paired with a radiant look. He is like a literal angel from the heavens.

Rachel: So what? He's not my type.

Holly: Oh! You're so glad that the crowd can't hear us. Forget it. It's hopeless talking to you.

Rachel: Fine, whatever.

Shane: Thank you all. This is Shane Goldfeder here, your one and only Lone Wolf.

Next Day…

Scene: At the cafeteria.

Rachel: Oh. Is this seat taken?

Shane: Nah. Have a seat. You must be Rachel Rodrigues.

Rachel: And you must be Shane Goldfeder, The Lone Wolf blah blah blah.

Shane: *Laughs*

Rachel: What is it? This Lone Wolf.

Shane: It's my alter ego type of name. I plan to be a singer after graduating. So instead of Shane, I'll use Lone Wolf.

Rachel: Smart.

Shane: What do you plan to do after College?

Rachel: Hmmm. I don't know. I never thought about it. But I hope that I get to spend it with the man I like.

Shane: Ooooh. Does he have a name?

Rachel: Yeah. It's Shane.

Shane: Shane Watts?

Rachel: Nope.

Shane: Shane Parker?

Rachel: Nope.

Shane: There are many Shanes in this college. Tell me the starting letter of his surname.

Rachel: Okay. It starts with G.

Shane: Shane Grayson?

Rachel: Okay. I can't do this. It's you, dumbo.

Shane: *Surprised* Me?

Rachel: You're the man I love.

Holly: (Hiding behind a pillar) I KNEW IT!

Rachel: (looking at Holly) Holly!! How long have you been standing there?

Holly: A while. Hey Shane.

Shane: (Looking at Holly) Hey. (Looking back at Rachel) Me? Why me? I barely even know you.

Rachel: I don't know. Ever since I saw you at homeroom, I knew you were the one. You get that feeling which isn't known to you.

Shane: I don't know what to say.

Rachel: Take your time. No probs.

Next Day…

Scene: Homeroom.

Shane: Hey

Rachel: Hi. So… you decided?

Shane: Yep. It's no.

Rachel: Oh. Ok. It's fine. I expec--"

Shane: You didn't let me finish. It's no to "not" accept you.

Rachel: Ohh. Why? What happened?

Shane: Well, this wasn't a one side love. I fell for you when I first met you at homeroom.

Rachel: Huh. Just to be clear, What is it that you like in me?

Shane: The way you talk. You're rich, but you don't show it. You're green eyes and perfect brown hair. There's an infinite list. Is it okay if I ask you what you like about me?

Rachel: (Blushing) Hmmm. Your hair. Your angelic voice. The way you sang yesterday, Ohh! I would've proposed to you there. And the way you just asked me. I like your politeness.

Shane: (With a smile) So when is our first date?

Rachel: How bout now…

2 Years Later…

Scene: Kenny's Bar, Nevada

Mike: Finally, College is over.

Alwyn: Yeah, man. Finally free.

Holly: Guys. Did you see Shane and Rachel? It's 6 pm. They said they'll come at 5.

Mike: Don't know. He texted me 12 minutes ago. Said that they were on the way.

Rachel: Hey, guys. Sorry, we're late. We lost track of time.

Shane: Hey.

Holly: Where were you guys? I was worried.

Rachel: For what?

Holly: I don't know. You know I get nervous when someone doesn't show up on time.

Alwyn: Shane. How was the deal? Did you get it?

Shane: (With a sad look on his face)Yeah… about that.

Mike: Oh. Don't worry. There's more out there.

Shane: You didn't let me finish. WE GOT IT!

Holly: OH MY GOD! That's good news.

Everybody was happy. Shane and Rachel were looking for a new place to move in together. And they found one right next to Tasker Co.

Alwyn: You know what? Drinks are on me tonight. I'll select the drinks and Mike, and you pay for them.

Mike: Urgh… Always.

Next Day…

Scene: Furniture Store

Rachel: How about that couch?

Shane: Nah. The color doesn't match the walls.

Rachel: (Frustrated) You know what? We don't need a couch.

Shane: Come on. It's not my fault that this store doesn't have good options.

Rachel: (in anger) We went to 4 shops.

Shane: Even they don't have good options.

Rachel: (in anger) I'm leaving. We have a dining table, right? We'll use those chairs.

It was rare that they had fights. Rachel storms out of the shop. That evening, Shane came home late. Rachel was still angry at him. Before they could talk it out, she had an emergency to attend to at the hospital. She was a nurse and worked part-time to earn money until Shane got a job.

Scene: Shane & Rachel's New Apartment.

Rachel: Shane, I'll be gone for an hour or two. Check the mail to see if you got any job approvals.

Shane: Sure.

Rachel: You still angry with me?

Shane: No.

Rachel: Ok… Bye. Love you.

Shane: Ok.

Shane was still upset with Rachel. But deep in his heart, he forgave her.

Four hours had passed. Rachel didn't arrive. Shane found it to be suspicious as he knows Rachel to be an extremely punctual person. He called the hospital to check if she had left.

*Calling*

Shane: Hello. William Bee Ririe Hospital?

Nurse: Yes. How may I help you?

Shane: I was just calling to see if Rachel Rodrigues had left.

Nurse: Ah, yes. She left an hour ago.

Shane:: Ok. Thanks.

*Call Ends*

Shane got a bad feeling about this. He tried to calm himself down but couldn't. He called Holly to check if she was there.

*Calling*

Shane: Hello. Holly

Holly: Ya Shane

Shane: Did Rachel stop by at your place?

Holly: No. She did call an hour ago.

Shane: What did she say?

Holly: She was talking about a fight she had with you. But midway, her line was cut. Why? What happened?

Shane: Nothing. It's just that she hasn't reached home. So I got a bit worried.

Holly: You don't worry about that. She will reach.

Shane: Hope so. Bye

Holly: Bye.

*Call Ends*

12.05 AM

Rachel still hadn't arrived home. The whole gang was worried. They called her relatives and friends, but no one knew. Shane went to sleep on the belief that Rachel would return soon.

Next Day…

5.45 AM

Holly got up for her morning jog. She tried Rachel's cell once more, but it was switched off. She switched on the T.V while eating a PB & J sandwich.

Holly: (Switches On the T.V)

News Anchor: This just in, local pedestrians found a dead body floating in Angel Lake. Authorities arrived within moments of notice and I.D'd the victim as Rachel Rodrigues working in William Bee Ririe Hospital as a part-time nurse. Relatives of the victim have been notified. Not a good start to the day, folks...

Tears rolled down Holly's cheeks. She didn't know what to do. She immediately called Shane.

*Calling*

Holly: (Whimpering) Hello, Shane!

Shane: (Waking up) Yeah. What happened, Holly? Are you crying?

Holly: (Still whimpering) I'm sorry, Shane. I don't know how to say this.

Shane: Holly, You're scaring me. Please tell me what's happening.

Holly: Switch on your T.V and check the news.

*Call Ends*

Shane switches on the T.V as told by Holly. But somewhere deep inside, he knew he shouldn't have. He turned to the news channel, and the news hit him like a blunt hammer to your chest. He immediately called Alwyn, Mike, and Holly and headed to the location, hoping that that's not the Rachel Rodrigues he knew.

Scene: Bank of Angel Lake, Nevada.

The gang reached Angel River. Forensics were still inspecting the body.

Police: Sorry, sir. You can't come in here.

Shane: My father is the police captain, Captain William Goldfeder. Let me in.

Police: Oh, sorry, sir. But do not make a mess with the body. The forensic team is still gathering evidence.

Shane saw her lifeless corpse lying on the ground, partially covered with a white sheet. He couldn't take it anymore. He broke down. He ran over to her body once the forensics left and hugged her crying. He begged her to forgive him.

Shane: (Crying) I'm so sorry, Rachel. Please talk to me. Please. I love you---

His friends dragged him out of there before anyone noticed them. But no one was able to control their tears.

Scene: SGS Forensic Laboratory, Nevada.

Dr. Franco: Hey Shane, Long time no see.

Shane: Hey, Franco. Did you get the report I asked for?

Dr. Franco: Yeah. Here's the report:

Victim: Rachel Rodrigues.

ID: #28643.

Cause of Death: Unknown.

Weapon of death: Unknown.

Time of death: between 12 AM and 3 AM.

Medico-Legal report: The cause of death is still unknown as there appears to be a knife wound near the abdomen area, and a skull fracture caused a minute After the knife wound. Blood report suggests that she had been drugged, which could indicate the mode of kidnapping.

Drug: Heavy dose of halothane.

Shane: Thanks, Franco.

Dr. Franco: Shane. I'm so sorry this happened to you, man. Let me know what I can do to help.

Shane: Thanks, man.

Scene: Holly's Apartment.

Shane: Guys, We need to find Holly's killer.

Alwyn: WHAT? Are you nuts?

Shane: I'm serious, Alwyn.

Mike: Why, Shane? We are just regular dudes. This is not a movie. We cannot do it.

Shane: Please, man. The last time I saw Rachel, it ended in a fight. When she was about to leave, her last words to me were, "I love you," but I didn't respond because of my anger. I hoped that she would come that night so I could apologize, but she didn't. And now today, (Starts Crying)... If I don't find her killer, I won't forgive myself anymore.

Holly: (Starts Crying) Oh, I'm sorry, honey. We'll find her killer.

Mike: But Shane, as I said, we are just regular dudes.

Shane: No. Alwyn, your dad, is a PA, right? Do you think he'll help us?

Alwyn: I guess. I'll ask him.

Shane: Let's start with what we know. Rachel went missing at midnight. Post-mortem says that a discontinued drug called Halothane was used to abduct her. Let's start with that.

Shane called Dr. Franco to enquire about Halothane. Only four pharmaceuticals sell this drug as a practicing drug for students.

They went to each pharmacy and enquired. Only one of them sold it the night Rachel died.

Scene: Zane Pharmaceuticals, Nevada

Shane: Let's go.

Alwyn: Wait. I'll go in. Shane, you have that fake ID you always keep with you?

Shane: Yeah. I keep it with me at all times.

Alwyn: Give it to me.

Shane gave the ID to Alwyn.

Mr. Zane: Hi there, How can I help you?

Alwyn: Hi. Detective Alwyn Atkinson LVMPD. I would like to ask you some questions.

Mr. Zane: Show me your ID.

Alwyn showed the Fake ID. But Mr. Zane wasn't a fool. He knew Alwyn wasn't a detective.

Mr. Zane: You ain't no police. Get outta here before I call the real deal.

Alwyn: Alright. I'm sorry. The truth is, My friend was murdered last night. Before she died, we have information that she visited your pharmacy. Is it okay if I get a look at your CCTV footage?

Mr. Zane: Alright. But what's in it for me?

Alwyn: I'll pay how much ever you want.

Mr. Zane: Alright. $1,000.

Alwyn: I'll pay you $500.

Mr. Zane: Nope. Deal is $1,000. Nothing less than that.

Alwyn: Look at me. Do you think that I have $1,000 with me?

Mr. Zane: Alright. Give me that $500.

Alwyn: Thank you, sir.

Alwyn watched the footage and downloaded it onto his phone.

Shane: What took you so long?

Alwyn: He drove a hard bargain.

Shane: Were you buying his shop or getting the footage?

Alwyn: Does it matter? I got it.

At Zane Pharmaceuticals…

Mr. Zane: Hello. It's me. They were here. A bloke took the footage of the night.

Unknown: I thought I told you to delete it.

Mr. Zane: My bad. They won't get anything out of that.

Unknown: Let's hope so. If they get a whiff of the air I breathe, there won't be a Zane to run that pharmacy.

Scene: Shane's Apartment, Nevada

The gang watched the footage. They couldn't find anything useful other than a blurred-out photo of a car's number plate. Mike assured the gang that he would take care of it.

*Calling*

Mike: Hey, Dad.

Mr. McKenzie: Hey, kiddo. How you doin'?

Mike: Fine, dad. Listen… Can you do me a favor?

Mr. McKenzie: Sure, kiddo. What d'ya need?

Mike: I need you to de-pixelate a photo I'm sending and track down a car.

Mr. Mckenzie: Can I ask why?

Mike: I'll tell you all about it later.

Mr. Mckenzie: Ok, son. I'll send it to you.

Mike: Thanks, Dad.

*Call Ends*

Moments Later…

*Calling*

Mr. McKenzie: Hey, kiddo. I've sent the photo along with the address of that car. Now can you tell me what's going on?

Mike: Okay.

Mike told his dad what they were doing and expected him to oppose their decision. No, Not their choice. His son's decision to help 'em. But to his surprise, Mr. Mckenzie supported him and offered to help whenever in time of need.

Mike: You sure You're okay with this?

Mr. McKenzie: I'm sure. Don't hesitate to call for my help next time.

Mike: Thanks, Dad.

*Call Ends*

Mike: Guys. I've managed to find the car address. It's from Mississippi.

Alwyn: Mississippi?

Shane: Guys, Pack up. We're going to Mississippi.

Holly: Shane, you really wanna go to Mississippi to get this guy? Why can't we let the police handle this?

Shane: He's gotta pay for what he's done. If I bring him to the police, from there, he'd be at the court… I don't trust our judicial system. If he gets a good lawyer, What we've done will be wasted.

Mike: He's right. He shouldn't escape like that.

Shane: I have a feeling that this is personal. Whoever did this wants to be found. He wouldn't be careless not to hide his number plate.

Alwyn: Alright. For Rachel.

Scene: Abandoned Building, Mississippi.

Unknown: Let them come. All of them. Let's see If he can manage to stay alive once he reaches there.

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