24 Hours
Summary & Chapter 1
GENERAL STORY INFORMATION
Summary:
In a world where mystical doorways to the unknown have begun to emerge, Adam, a struggling young man, is hired to grant Eva's final wish—a 24-hour dream of romance before her impending demise. However, their journey takes an extraordinary turn when they enter the mysterious door, falling accidently into it, leading to a surreal realm called NARAKA where they must engage in a life-or-death game called 'The Samsara Cipher' within the confines of just 24 hours.
Setting:
Normal World: In the ordinary world, our characters navigate the bustling streets of a modern metropolis, where time is measured in seconds and schedules rule the day. Skyscrapers scrape the sky, and the hum of technology fills the air. Here, the characters lead seemingly ordinary lives, unaware of the cosmic secrets that lie beyond their perception.
Mystical Realm: In the mystical realm, time is an ever-flowing river, and the boundaries between past, present, and future are fluid. The landscape is a mesmerizing blend of ancient and advanced, with ethereal architecture rising from the cosmic ocean. Holographic temples coexist with ancient palaces, and the air is filled with the scent of incense and the distant resonance of celestial bells. Here, the characters confront their intertwined destinies, transcending the limitations of the ordinary world.
Protagonist:
Name: Adam Jensen
Age: Around 18 years old
Clothing Style: His typical attire comprises casual streetwear—worn jeans, T-shirts, and comfortable sneakers.
Character Strengths: Adam's most significant strength lies in his potential for personal growth. Despite his initial biases and emotional baggage, he has the ability to undergo a profound transformation. His empathy, when allowed to surface, is a compelling quality that drives him to confront his inner conflicts and evolve as a person.
Journey: Throughout the story, Adam's journey will focus on self-discovery and overcoming his past, exploring the complexities of his character, and ultimately learning to challenge his own prejudices and biases. His narrative arc will revolve around embracing vulnerability, finding empathy, and discovering a deeper connection to the world around him.
Name: Eva Hiroshi
Age: Around 20 years old
Clothing Style: Eva's wardrobe consists of elegant and timeless clothing. She often dons pastel dresses or blouses, and when the occasion allows, she embraces more formal attire, such as flowing gowns. Her fashion choices reflect her refined and graceful nature.
Character Strengths: Eva's greatest strength lies in her ability to see the beauty in life and the people around her, regardless of her own hardships. She possesses a rare capacity for empathy and kindness, which draws others to her. Her determination and unyielding optimism inspire those who cross her path.
Journey: Eva's journey in "24 Hours" revolves around her quest for love and connection before her imminent passing. Her character arc explores themes of inner strength, the resilience of the human spirit, and the power of experiencing life to the fullest, even in the most challenging circumstances. As the story progresses, Eva's character will inspire others and leave an enduring impact on the narrative.
ADAM JENSEN EVA HIROSHI
CHAPTER 1
“The Beginning of The End”
ENT. GLOBAL NEWS ROOM
The scene opens up in a chaotic newsroom, where everyone is aggressively typing on their computers, looking for something. A giant screen on a wall is displaying various people hurdling to see a mystical door that has suddenly appeared out of nowhere.
A man in black coat, white shirt. Sitting behind a large panel table is getting ready for delivering the news.
NEWS ANCHOR
(Nervous, Monotone)
Ladies and Gentlemen, we are getting some exclusive news, strange events are happening across the globe in which inexplicable doors have appeared. Also, we are getting a report that about 129 people have died, who tried to go near the door or tried to touch it.
The scene cuts to a nervous REPORTER 1, who stands near a shimmering door in a city alley. People are gathered around, murmuring in awe.
REPORTER 1
(Excited, Bewildered)
I am here at Heritage Park, in Cleveland. As you can see that a huge door is in front of us. Police here are trying their best to stop anyone from approaching it. The door has that enigma that is pulling people towards it.
A YOUNG WOMAN approaches the door and reaches out to touch it, by breaking through all the barriers. The moment her fingers make contact, she LEVITATES and is thrown away, getting her banged on a wall and instantly killing her.
REPORTER 1
(Shocked, trembling)
OH! OOOOH!....OH MY GOD!!! She’s gone, did you see THAT?!! The moment she touched, she died. I CAN’T…..I….don’t believe this. We’re getting out of here!!!
The scene cuts back to the newsroom. Where the host continues.
NEWS ANCHOR
(Serious, Disbelieving)
I just can’t believe what I am witnessing. Moving on it seems that these doors are appearing all over the world. One of them has also appeared near Kyoto, near our HO.
We are requesting everyone to stay away from any kind of odd doors, if you find one. Please don’t do anything rash for now and wait for the experts to figure out what is actually happening. Till then we request everyone to open the right door for their life.
ENT. ADAM’S APARTMENT
The scene cuts to an aerial shot of a small apartment, in some dark alley of red-light district in Tokyo. A six-foot tall, grey hair, blue eyes, handsome man with a glass of milk in his hand while watching TV.
ADAM
(Monologue, Anger)
Doors to the abyss…what a load of CRAP!! The only abyss that exists, is the world we live in.
Scene cuts to Adam having a towel on his face and lying on his sofa. While reminiscing about the forgotten past.
A girl with piggy buns, around 6-year, old, reaching out for the tiny hands of Adam. Both of them running around, sliding on the slides, making castles on sand. Scene cuts to the girl falling from the roof to the ground. Scene cuts to an ambulance getting the girl and taking the girl in it.
Scene cuts to the adults announcing her dead. Scenes cuts to Adam in the present sitting on the sofa, with a voice echoing in his head.
(“A…Adam, this thread will a…alwa…ys be there, even if we will be a…away, promise me.”)
Scene cuts to Adam taking his hand out while being on Sofa. A red colored thread hanging on his right hand.
(Guilt, Loud)
I promise!!
MS. KAZAMA
(Cheerful, Curious)
What do you promise, Adam?
Scene cuts Ms. Kazama standing in front of Adam. Ms. Kazama an old lady, looking at Adam with curiosity.
ADAM
(Flustered, Embarrassed)
Ms. Kazama, oh no it’s nothing. I am sorry for my rude behavior. I was just talking to myself.
Adam said while getting up and bending down hard to apologize.
MS. KAZAMA
(Cheerful, Sarcastic)
You must be thinking of some cute girl. Anyway, there is a man who is waiting for you saying that he is looking for Adam.
Scene cuts to Adam’s curious face about who this person can be.
He said that he’s looking to rent you for a day.
ENT. EVA’S MANSION
Scene cuts to a huge mansion, where a garden can be seen, nearly a size of a football field. You can see many waitresses and butlers, gardeners moving around. Also, we can see a garage which has ample of Cars and Bikes. The roof of the mansion has a helipad on it. And there are many windows and doors that can be seen from the outside. Inside one of them is Eva looking outside the window, but no one knows what she is looking for, not even her.
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