Hye it's Me

FADE IN:

EXT. HAN RIVER - DAY

Sunlight glints off the water. A gentle breeze blows, carrying the scent of grass and blossoms.

SU-KYUNG (30s, photographer, cool and collected) and HYE-MI (20s, bubbly YouTuber) stand by the Han River. Hye-mi is dressed in a cute summer outfit, while Su-kyung is stylishly casual.

HYE-MI Okay, I'm ready! Let's get some great shots.

Su-kyung pulls out her camera. She’s about to start shooting.

SU-KYUNG Wait! Where's the memory card?

Hye-mi freezes. She looks around in panic.

HYE-MI (whispering) Uh oh… I think I forgot it at home!

SU-KYUNG (sighs) Are you serious? We’re at the Han River on a perfect day, and you forgot your memory card? You’re killing me!

Hye-mi slumps her shoulders, defeated.

HYE-MI I’m such a mess. I’m so stressed out these days! My brain’s not working right. I’m so sorry, Su-kyung.

Su-kyung rolls her eyes and laughs.

SU-KYUNG Just snap out of it, Hye-mi. Okay, let’s change plans. I brought my film camera, how about we try some film shots? It's a good excuse to catch up. I was going to ask you about that new cafe you mentioned.

Hye-mi perks up.

HYE-MI You’re the best! Alright, let’s go find a good spot. Hey! How about this one? This is kind of like our secret spot.

They walk towards a secluded area under a willow tree, where the Han River flows gently.

HYE-MI Hold on, let me take a selfie. I’ll post it on my Instagram. Su-kyung, can you take it? It’s my profile pic, so I want a full-body shot, ok?

Hye-mi strikes a pose. Su-kyung takes the picture, looking annoyed.

HYE-MI Okay, now let’s get some film shots! I was thinking we could try a series with these bubbles. I bought a bubble gun for the perfect photo shoot. You ready?

Hye-mi takes out a bubble gun and blows, but the bubbles are not cooperating.

HYE-MI (frustrated) Oh my gosh! This is a disaster. I was picturing those perfect, floating bubbles, and this is… well, this is not that. Su-kyung, help!

Su-kyung sighs and walks over to Hye-mi.

SU-KYUNG Okay, I think it's better to just use the bubble gun and not blow, it's going to be more consistent. I’m going to try to get some shots, and don’t worry, Hye-mi, we’ll get some good ones. Okay, let’s try again. Ready?

FADE OUT.

Okay, let's head to dinner! Here's the next scene:

FADE IN:

EXT. HAN RIVER - EVENING

The sun is setting, painting the sky in shades of orange and pink. Hye-mi and Su-kyung are walking along the riverbank, chatting.

HYE-MI Okay, I'm officially famished. I’m so glad we changed plans. Film shots are way less stressful, but I’m still a little bummed about the memory card. Maybe I’ll just have to do a video about my adventures at the Han River – a "Day in the Life" kind of thing.

SU-KYUNG Sounds like a plan. I'm thinking of heading to Hannam-dong for dinner. Want to come with me?

HYE-MI Hannam-dong? You're killing me with this amazing suggestion. But, um, what are we eating?

Su-kyung gives Hye-mi a knowing smile.

SU-KYUNG It’s a secret. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed.

INT. SO WANA HANWOO OMAKASE RESTAURANT - NIGHT

Hye-mi and Su-kyung are seated at a cozy table in a dimly lit restaurant. The atmosphere is elegant and refined.

HYE-MI This place is so cool! Su-kyung, you’re amazing! I love omakase. It's like a surprise every time. What’s the menu like?

Su-kyung hands Hye-mi a menu. Hye-mi flips through it, excitedly looking at the different dishes.

HYE-MI Whoa! This looks incredible. Is that a wine menu? Su-kyung, I didn't know you were such a wine connoisseur!

SU-KYUNG (laughing) I'm no expert, but I do enjoy a good glass of wine every now and then. What are you thinking of getting?

Hye-mi eyes the wine list.

HYE-MI Hmm… This all sounds amazing, but I’m not sure I can handle a whole bottle. What about a beer? How about you, Su-kyung?

SU-KYUNG Sounds good to me. A cold beer to go with this fantastic Hanwoo. This place is going to be amazing. I was so impressed the last time I came here. I’m a little worried, though. I think we might have gone a little overboard with the last omakase. Do you think 7 courses was a bit too much?

HYE-MI Maybe… but 5 courses might not be enough. We’ll figure it out. I just hope this food is as good as I remember it being.

A waiter arrives with two beers.

WAITER Here are your drinks. Enjoy your meal.

Hye-mi and Su-kyung raise their glasses and clink them together.

HYE-MI To good food and good company!

FADE OUT.