Scene 24: The Cooperation Pact

  Setting:

  Inside the spaceship, in the living area near the kitchen and restaurant, John, Akira, Nee, Neela, and Kyle have gathered. Around them are several small screens primarily used for planetary and space maps, but the spaceship appears to be powered down, and many rooms are locked.

  Action:

  John, standing near the parking bay, looks at the group seriously and says:

  John: (respectfully) "We need to make a decision. Neela, Kyle, your planet has been destroyed, but maybe, by working together, we can find a new home."

  Neela: (hesitantly) "We have nowhere to return to, but if you help us, we can help you in return."

  Kyle: (confidently) "We know Nova's technologies. Maybe we can improve your spaceship and find a new place to live."

  Akira: (with a small smile, entering from his personnel quarters) "This benefits all of us. But we need to know—can we trust each other?"

  Nee: (optimistically, joining from the garage) "We have to trust each other. This world is ruthless, but together, we can build a better future."

  Everyone looks at one another, and in their silent gazes, an unspoken agreement forms. John places his hand in the center of the table.

  John: "Then we make a pact. For survival, for defense, for finding a new home."

  One by one, they each place their hand over John's, sealing the pact.

  Neela: (with a small smile) "The pact is sealed."

  Kyle: "Now we begin."

  With this new alliance, they start planning for the future. Nee suggests heading to his garage, filled with components and circuit boards, to see how they can activate and improve the spaceship. Akira, having stepped away from his quarters, is eager to help Neela and Kyle find a new destination, while John takes responsibility for assessing the spaceship’s condition and unlocking the sealed rooms. Through this newfound cooperation, hope for building a new home in the vast expanse of space begins to take shape.

  Scene 25: Initiative

  Setting:

  Inside Nee’s garage, filled with electronic components and tools. The room is dimly lit, with only a few small lamps providing illumination. Shelves stacked with circuit boards and spare spaceship parts are visible. Neela, Kyle, Akira, and Nee gather around a workbench, while John enters with tools in hand.

  Action:

  The author's tale has been misappropriated; report any instances of this story on Amazon.

  Neela and Kyle carefully examine the components as Nee, with his expertise, begins to explain.

  Nee: (excitedly) "These control boards are advanced. We can use them to improve the smaller systems we still have access to."

  Kyle: (examining the boards) "Nova’s systems aren’t directly compatible with these, but I can build an interface. Maybe we can restore some basic functions."

  Neela: (concerned) "But without access to the power section, how can we even do this?"

  Akira steps forward and spreads out a map.

  Akira: (confidently) "I’ve studied the maps and found a nearby planet with natural energy resources. We haven’t been there yet, but if we can activate the spaceship enough to make the trip, we can secure the energy we need."

  John: (worriedly) "I couldn’t unlock the sealed doors because they’re electronically controlled—we need more power. Maybe we can build a temporary energy system using the components we have."

  Everyone starts working. Neela and Kyle begin constructing the interface using available parts. Nee focuses on the control boards, trying to restore basic functions. Akira continues studying the maps, searching for the best route to the energy planet. John, using his tools, attempts to create a temporary energy system that might help unlock some doors.

  Neela: (hopefully) "This might take time, but together, we can make it happen."

  Kyle: (smiling) "The first step toward finding our new home. Let’s get to work."

  Meanwhile, Neela and Kyle remain unaware that Akira is an advanced fighter pilot. This secret is still kept hidden. The scene ends with everyone working diligently, their faces illuminated by the dim lights. Hope for a new future shines in their eyes—this moment marks the beginning of a new adventure, one where survival is not enough. They must strive to build a new life.

  Scene 26: A Stunning Discovery

  Setting:

  Inside the spaceship, Kyle, after searching through various corridors, arrives at the restaurant and notices another hallway he had never seen before. Curious, he moves toward it and finds a mechanical door.

  Action:

  Kyle hesitantly places his hand on the door handle and turns it. The door slowly opens. The room is dimly lit, but Kyle manages to recognize the advanced fighter he had seen in video reports.

  Kyle: (to himself, quietly) "This... this can't be!"

  Kyle takes a step inside, but suddenly, a defense system activates. A blue warning light begins flashing, and an invisible force pushes Kyle backward.

  Kyle: (in surprise and concern) "What?! What’s happening?"

  Kyle, driven by curiosity, attempts to approach the fighter again, but this time, a stronger force throws him back. He hits the ground, shocked.

  Kyle: (in pain and awe) "What kind of defense system is this?"

  As Kyle gets up, he notices Nee and John—who usually avoid this area—coming toward him.

  Nee: (worriedly) "Kyle! What are you doing here? This fighter has a protective system!"

  John: (hurriedly) "You need to step back. This fighter only allows Akira to get close."

  At that moment, Akira enters and, upon seeing Kyle, glances at the fighter. As Akira approaches, the fighter’s defense system deactivates.

  Akira: (calmly) "You shouldn’t have come here, Kyle. This fighter recognizes me."

  Kyle: (in astonishment) "So this fighter was yours? You were its pilot?"

  Akira: (smiling) "Yes, this fighter is mine. Only I can get close to it. Its security system is designed to prevent unauthorized access."

  Nee: (confirming) "We always knew Akira operated this fighter, but it's dangerous to approach it without permission."

  John: (seriously) "We need to be careful. If Akira hadn’t been here, it might have attacked you."

  Kyle: (in admiration and excitement) "This is truly incredible! I need to learn more about this fighter. Maybe we can use it in our future plans."

  Akira: (with a gentle smile) "Maybe. But first, we need to build more trust. Now come, let’s go tell your friend what you found."

  Kyle quickly rushes to find Neela and shares his amazing discovery. Neela and Kyle then head to the restaurant, where John and Akira are present. The scene ends with Neela and Kyle joining John and Akira at the restaurant to discuss this new revelation.