## Scene: Alborn Cafe **Setting:** A cozy cafe, sunlight streaming through the windows. Selvi, her camera resting on the table, sits by herself, her brow furrowed in concentration. Hunter, looking weary but determined, approaches her table. **Hunter:** Excuse me, ma'am. I couldn't help but notice you taking pictures earlier. You wouldn't happen to have caught anything interesting, would you? **Selvi:** (Her eyes dart around nervously, her voice tight with anxiety) *Kya? Kya aap mujhse puchh rahe hain?* (What? What are you asking me?) **Hunter:** (Tilting his head in confusion, he pulls out a notebook) I'm Detective Hunter. I'm investigating some disappearances in town. I was wondering if you saw anything unusual… during the festival… **Selvi:** (Shaking her head, her voice barely a whisper) *Nahin, nahin. Mujhe kuchh nahin dikha.* (No, no. I didn't see anything.) **Hunter:** (His voice softens) I understand it's a sensitive topic. Are you new in town? You seem… **Selvi:** (Cutting him off, her eyes wide with fear) *Mujhe jaana chahiye.* (I should go.) **Hunter:** (Concerned, he tries to reassure her) Wait, please. I just need… *(Hunter’s phone rings. He answers it, his expression turning serious.)* **Hunter:** (Into the phone, quietly) Yeah, I know… Okay, I’m on my way … **Hunter:** (Hanging up, he looks back at Selvi) I’m sorry. I have to go. But if you remember anything, anything at all, please… **Selvi:** (Looking at him, her eyes filled with unspoken worry) *Theek hai.* (Okay.) **Hunter:** (He offers a small smile) Thank you. Stay safe. *(Hunter turns and hurries away, leaving Selvi alone, her camera clutched tightly in her hands. She stares after him, the fear in her eyes barely concealed.)*