Something Existed Between Us .

**Sophie’s Room - Morning** *Sophie paces in her room, holding her latest submission to the Candy Writing Club. She talks to herself, trying to calm her nerves.* **Sophie:** “Okay, Sophie, you’ve got this. You’re just an ordinary girl, but today could be different. You’ve failed five times already, but maybe, just maybe, this is your lucky day. Your stories might be full of fantasy, but they come from your heart. That’s got to count for something.” *She glances at the clock and then at her computer screen, where she’s waiting for the result of her sixth attempt.* **Scene Shifts - Candy Writing Club Office** *Lucas, the president of the Candy Writing Club, sits at his desk surrounded by stacks of manuscripts. He reviews Sophie’s story with a critical eye, his expression serious.* **Lucas:** (muttering) “Let’s see what Sophie has submitted this time. It’s already been approved by the other five members.” *He skims through the story, noting its creative elements but also its flaws.* **Lucas:** “Interesting concept, but… there’s too much fantasy here. It’s imaginative, but it lacks the depth and knowledge we need. If we let her in, her stories might encourage more of the same—just escapism and fantasy. That’s not what this club is about.” *Lucas picks up a rejection stamp and applies it to the manuscript, sighing deeply.* **Lucas:** “I started this club to help students grow and focus on their future. We need to create work that challenges and inspires, not just entertains. I’ve been rejecting her attempts from the start, even though others have approved. It’s not personal, but we have a mission here.” *He places the stamped manuscript back on the pile of rejected submissions.* **Lucas:** “Maybe next time she’ll bring something more substantial. For now, this isn’t what we’re looking for. *Lucas places the rejected stamp on Sophie’s manuscript and writes a note:* **Lucas:** “Rejected. Your sixth attempt, like the others, lacks any real value or inspiration. Candy stands for Creative, Artistic, Narrative, Dreamers, and You—but your stories are nothing but childish fantasy. If you can’t improve and offer something substantial, maybe you should just give up on joining this club. We’re not here to indulge daydreams but to foster real talent.” ---