Rip it Up(Working title)

ByAlanah Rafferty & Katie Pierce

First Draft

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EXT- MATILDA’S STREET- AFTERNOON

It’s the beginning of summer, about three days after school has ended. HAZEL RAMSEY, 14-16, is walking down the street to see her best friend, MATILDA STOCKWELL, 14-17. She sees police cars outside of her house, and gets worried. Matilda comes out of her house being escorted by two police men. Hazel walks over to Matilda and the police to see what’s going on.

HAZELMatilda? What’s going on?

Matilda continues to look down.

HAZELMatilda?

MATILDAI’m so sorry. I never wanted you To know.

HAZELKnow what??

COP #1Miss, your friend is being taken toA rehabilitation center for cocaineAddiction.

Hazel is shocked by this. The cops push Matilda into the car.

MATILDAI’m so sorry, Hazel.

She can’t speak. She just looks at Matilda, and runs off to her house.

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INT- HAZEL’S HOUSE

Hazel runs in and slams the door. She has been trying to fight back tears. Her mom, HEATHER RAMSEY, 35-40, is in the dining room with 5 other members of the Village Restoration Group discussing what to do with the fundraiser money.

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HEATHER Hi, honey. How was Matilda’s?

She ignores her mom, and runs straight to her room. She slams the door behind her. They all look upstairs.

BOARD MEMBERWhat was that all about?

HEATHERI have no idea.

They go back to their meeting like nothing has happened.

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INT- HAZEL’S ROOM- EVENING TIME

Hazel is in her room sitting on her bed. She’s looking at a picture of her and Matilda earlier that year. Her dad, RICAHRD RAMSEY, 40-50 knocks on the door, and she stuffs the picture under her pillow.

RICHARDHey, princess. Can we come in?

HAZELOf course.

HEATHERWe heard about what happened to Matilda and we’re so sorry.

HAZELIt’s all right.

Heather comes and sits beside her on the bed.

HEATHERWell, your father and I have been Talking about it, and we feel thatIt’s best if you spend part of the Summer with Aunt Sally in JohnsonShore.

HAZELWhat? Why, you don’t want to see me

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Moping around the house?

HEATHEROf course not. We just don’t thinkIt’s healthy for you to be whereYou can be reminded of…

RICHARDPlus you haven’t seen your aunt Since Christmas two years ago! She’sDying to see you.

HAZELHow do you know?

RICHARDWe called her today and made allThe arrangements.

HAZELOh.

HEATHERJust please try to have a good Time when you’re there. For us.

She thinks about it.

HAZELI will.

Her parents smile, and kiss her.

RICHARDYou better start packing. You leaveThe day after tomorrow.

They smile, and leave her room. Hazel flops down on her bed.

HAZELIt’s better than being here.

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EXT- AUNT SALLY’S HOUSE- 2 DAYS LATER

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Hazel is getting her bag out of the car. Her parents are saying good bye to her.

HEATHERNow you give us a call if need Something or just want to talk.

RICHARDAnd be careful. There’s no such thingAs too careful these days.

HAZELI know.

She hugs them both, and gets out of the car. She walks up to the house and rings the door bell. Her AUNT SALLY, 35-45, answers the door, and hugs her.

AUNT SALLYOh my God, look at you! You’ve grownUp to be such a beautiful young lady!

HAZELHi, Aunt Sally.

She walks inside. The house is a very beautiful house. There is a maid dusting a vase on a table by the stairs. Hazel tries to take in everything. Aunt Sally talks to her while she walks her through the house.

AUNT SALLYYour mother told me what happenedOn the phone. I’m so sorry honey.

HAZELIt’s all right.

AUNT SALLYAre you feeling okay?

HAZELI guess.

AUNT SALLYWell, dinner will be in 45 minutes.I’ll show you to your room.

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INT- HAZEL’S ROOM

They open the door to her room. It is very big, and it has its own balcony. Aunt Sally opens the door to the balcony to let in some fresh air.

AUNT SALLYHere we are. I hope you like it.

HAZELYeah, it’s really nice.

She walks over to Hazel and takes her hands.

AUNT SALLYHazel, I promise by the end of the Summer, you will get through this. WeAre going to spend so much time together, You’ll forget who Matilda even is.

Hazel is hurt by that comment, but she doesn’t show it. She just laughs along with her aunt.

AUNT SALLYAre you going to be okay?

HAZELYes, I will.

AUNT SALLYAll right.

She kisses her on the cheek.

AUNT SALLYI’m so glad you’re here with me.I really am.

She smiles, and leaves the room. Hazel goes out to the balcony and looks out on to the beach. It’s a beautiful view of the beach, but it still doesn’t make her feel any better. She finally lets the tears come, and breaks down. She wipes away her tears, and watches the setting sun.

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INT- DINING ROOM- EVENING

Aunt Sally and Hazel are eating dinner. One of the maids is serving them dinner. Franny is trying to smile and enjoy dinner, but she’s hurting inside. She goes through dinner talking to Aunt Sally about things she doesn’t care about.

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INT- HAZEL’S ROOM- NIGHT TIME

Hazel is lying awake in her bed. She is looking out at the moon. Her Aunt opens the door.

AUNT SALLYGood night, Hazel. If you Need anything, just let one ofThe maids know.

HAZELThanks. Good night.

She closes the door quietly, and Hazel closes her eyes.

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INT- HALLWAY- MORNING

Hazel is grabbing her book from the kitchen table, and stuffing it in her bag. She gets her sun hat, and walks out the door.

AUNT SALLYWhere are you going?

HAZELI’m just going to walk around townFor a little while.

AUNT SALLYJust-

HAZELBe careful, I know. Bye.

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She walks out and closes the door be hind her.

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EXT- MAIN BEACH- MORNING

Hazel tries to find a place on the beach to sit and read. She’s carefully avoiding other beach goers, but accidentally trips over a very large man’s leg. She apologizes, and finds a spot to sit and reads her book. After reading for a couple of minutes, she looks up and sees RILEY GRAY, 14-16, and MIKA WINTON, 14-16, surfing. She puts down her book and continues to watch. While surfing, they accidentally bump into someone, who goes crazy.

ANGRY BEACH GOERHey, watch where you’re going! HaveSome respect for the other peopleHere!!

They say sorry, turn around and laugh. They walk by Hazel without noticing her. She goes back to reading her book.

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Hazel is walking down the boardwalk, looking around town. She takes in all the sights and sounds of Johnson Shore. There are surfers, tourists, punk-rockers all mixing together. Hazel stops by one shop and looks at the beautiful glass wind-chimes. Three guys, including DEAN, 16-20, spot her, and start to follow her. Dean comes up to her and starts to hit on her.

DEANExcuse me, do you have any over dueLibrary books?

HAZELUm, I don’t think so.

DEANOh I know you do, because you got ‘Fine’ written all over you.

Hazel just laughs it off, and walks on. She tries to brush it off, but they are still following her and calling her

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over. She’s starting to get nervous, when Riley and Mika spot her, and come to her defense.

MIKAWow, I didn’t know the circus wasIn town. It looks like the freak Show escaped.

DEANHey, we were just having a little Fun. Isn’t that right, sweetie.

Riley comes over to help defend Hazel.

RILEYHey, Dean. How’s Cynthia?

They all stop laughing.

RILEYI’m sure she’d love to hear aboutThis.

DEANBite me. Come on guys, let’s get Out of here.

They walk away, and Riley and Mika give them the finger when he’s not looking.

HAZELThanks.

RILEYDon’t sweat it. You’re not fromAround here, are you?

HAZELIs it obvious?

MIKAJust a little bit. But don’t Worry. Just stick with us, and You’ll be fine.

She sticks out her hand for shaking.

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MIKAI’m Mika Winton.

RILEYRiley Gray.

HAZELI’m Hazel Ramsey. It’s nice to Meet you.

They shake hands, and smile.

RILEYOh, and don’t mind Dean. He’s usedThat line on every girl he’s met.

MIKAIt’s sad, but true.

HAZELWell, it was creative. And he Tried.

MIKAWow, rich and a sense of humor.

HAZELHow do you know, I mean, whatMakes you think I’m rich?

RILEYExhibit A, your name. You can’t Get more aristocratic than HazelRamsey.

MIKAPlus we recognized your last name.It’s Hazel Ramsey, as in Sally Ramsey, one of the richest people In this whole town.

HAZELOh.

RILEYBut don’t worry about it. It’s not

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Like you rub it in people’s facesLike Cynthia does.

HAZELWho’s she?

MIKAOh, God. Where do I begin to describeThe spinning black hole that we callCynthia?

RILEYLet’s not go there. Anyway, there’s This party tonight down by the oldBarn. You want to come with?

HAZELReally?

Riley and Mika nod their heads. Hazel smiles shyly.

HAZELSure, I’d love to go.

RILEYGreat. Meet us by the arcade atSeven thirty tonight.

HAZELOkay.

Hazel’s cell-phone rings and she checks who it is. It’s her Aunt Sally.

HAZELOh no. I’m sorry, I have to go.I’ll see you guys at seven thirty.

She runs back home, and they wave to her.

MIKABye.

RILEYSee ya. So what do you think?

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MIKAA little shy, but she’s cool.

RILEYYeah, unusual for your typical Rich girl.

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INT-DINING ROOM-EVENING TIME

Hazel and Aunt Sally are eating dinner. Hazel is eating quickly so she can go to the party. She’s talking while shoveling food down her mouth.

AUNT SALLYSo how was your day?

HAZELGood.

AUNT SALLYDo you like the town?

HAZELYeah.

AUNT SALLYWhat about the beach?

HAZELIt was nice.

She finishes the last of her dinner, takes a gulp of water and leaves the table.

AUNT SALLYWhere are you going?

HAZELI’m going to a party I was invitedTo.

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INT- HAZEL’S ROOM

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Hazel grabs a shirt and changes. She puts on some bracelets, grabs her bag, and heads downstairs.

AUNT SALLYDo you have your cell phone?

HAZELYeah.

AUNT SALLYRemember to call me.

HAZELI will. Bye.

She rushes out the front door. Aunt Sally stands there for a moment, shrugs, and walks away.

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INT- BARN PARTY- NIGHT TIME

Hazel, Riley and Mika walk into the barn party. It’s a pretty big party, with lots of beer and loud music. They walk in and make their way through the crowd.

HAZELAre all your parties like this?

MIKAPretty much. You find an emptyPlace big enough to hold at least 100 people. Bring some beer, getsome music and let it rip.

RILEYCouldn’t have said it better myself.

They find an empty couch to sit on.

RILEYSo what brings you to our neck ofThe woods?

HAZELMy parents wanted me to come spend

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Some time with my Aunt, so I’ll beHere for the next couple of weeks.

MIKAYour parents don’t mind you beingGone for so long?

HAZELWell, not really. In fact, I thinkThey’d rather have me here than Moping around at home.

MIKAMy parents are in Bosnia for the Summer. Some new tree was discoveredLast week, so they’ve gone to getSome samples and bring it back hereFor testing.

HAZELWow, Bosnia.

MIKAIt’s not bad, though. I mostly spendTime with Riley and her sister, Audrey.

RILEYAnd don’t forget Marcus.

MIKAAh, how could I forget Marcus?

HAZELWhat about your parents?

RILEYThey’re in Indiana with my Grandma.They didn’t want me and Audrey toTravel so far so they let us stayHome.

MIKAHey, I’m going to get some drinks.Do you want anything, Hazel?

HAZEL

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Sure.

Riley and Mika go to get drinks. When CYNTHIA VELAZQUEZ, 14-17, looks over and sees Hazel, Dean points to her, and she walks over to where Hazel is.

CYNTHIAExcuse me, were you that guy over thereEarlier this afternoon?

She points to where Dean is.

HAZELYes.

CYNTHIASo you’re the slut that was hittingOn my cousin.

HAZELWhat?

CYNTHIAWow, this is really something. Who Do you think you are, following him Around and flirting with him?! You Must be so desperate to do what you did!

At that moment, Cynthia gets beer spilt all over her. She screams, and Riley and Mika push by her. They drop the empty cups on the ground. Dean rushes to Cynthia’s defense.

DEANHey, do you guys have anything toSay?

RILEY & MIKAOops.

They turn back to Hazel, and Cynthia starts to walk away.

CYNTHIAYou guys are lucky I was in a Forgiving mood. Next time, you’re In for it, bitch.

Cynthia and Dean walk away.

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RILEYShe actually was pretty forgiving This time around.

HAZELWhat’s unforgiving?

MIKAPray that you don’t ever find out.

HAZELThanks for inviting me to the party.It was really nice of you.

Hazel turns around, and walks out of the party. Riley and Mika run after her.

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EXT-STREET- NIGHT TIME

Hazel is walking down the empty road. Riley and Mika are a couple feet behind her trying to stop her.

MIKAHazel, wait!

HAZELI should be getting home now. It’s Starting to get late.

RILEYCome on, she’s just a stupid bitch.And she’s a coward.

MIKAExactly. Like the way she had to have Dean come and protect her. It was Pathetic.

HAZELNo, I was.

They grab her shoulders to stop her.

RILEY

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Come back to the party. We’ll justAvoid her the rest of the night.

MIKAThe only way you can show her you’re Not afraid of her, is if you go back.

HAZELBut I am afraid of her.

She thinks about it for a minute.

HAZELAll right. I’ll come back.

They walk back to the party.

When they’re back inside the barn, DAN RAYMOND, 16-19, makes his way through the crowd to Hazel.

DANHey, sorry about that. CynthiaHas a little bit of a short temper.

HAZELIt’s all right. I’m just glad I’m not The one who got beer spilled on her.

DANI’m Dan.

HAZELI’m Hazel. It’s nice to meet you.

DANNice to meet you too.

They share a moment. Hazel bites her lip, and one of Dan’s friend’s calls him over.

DANOh, I have to go. I’ll see you

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Around.

Dan smiles, and makes his way through the crowd to his buddies. Riley and Mika look at love struck Hazel and whisper to each other.

MIKADo you think we should tell her?

RILEYMaybe later.

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INT- HALLWAY- NIGHT TIME

Hazel comes home late from the party. Aunt Sally comes out of her room in her robe.

AUNT SALLYHi, where have you been?

HAZELI was at the party, like I toldYou.

AUNT SALLYYou forgot to call me.

HAZELI did? Oh yeah, I did. I’m sorry,Aunt Sally.

AUNT SALLYIt’s all right. But next time itHappens…

HAZELI know. Good night.

She walks upstairs to her room. Aunt Sally sighs and goes back to her room.

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EXT- BOARDWALK- MORNING

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Hazel is walking down the boardwalk, and is tapped on the shoulder. She turns around, and sees that it’s Riley and Mika.

HAZELHey!

MIKAHey, we were walking down to see Audrey and Marcus. Why don’t youCome with us.

HAZELSure.

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EXT- HANG TEN SURF AND KAYAK LESSONS

They walk down to Hang Ten Surf and Kayak Lessons, where AUDREY GRAY, 18-22, and MARCUS JOHNSON, 18-22, both work. There is a big blue and yellow sign with “Hang Ten Surf and Kayak Lessons” in big white letters. The sign is right above the door.

HAZELWhat is this place?

RILEYIt’s what my parents do for a living.My sister’s working the front deskWhile they’re in Indiana.

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INT- HANG TEN SURF AND KAYAK LESSONS

They walk inside, where Audrey is at the front desk on the computer. She’s reading an article on the effects of global warming on the environment. Marcus is in the back putting back wet suits that were used in the previous lesson. The room is filled with funky trinkets and old equipment.

AUDREYMorning guys.

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MIKAMorning, Audrey.

RILEYMorning, Dee.

Mika brings Hazel up to the front desk.

MIKADee, this is Hazel. She’s in Town for the summer.

AUDREYHi, Hazel, I’m Audrey. It’s Great to know you.

HAZELIt’s nice to meet you too.

RILEYWe’re just going to grab theKeys to the house.

AUDREYFine by me.

They walk to the back to grab the keys. Audrey continues to read the article on global warming.

AURDEYGod, the government thinks theyCan just destroy our earth so weCan pollute the air with toxins That can kill people! That’s totalBullsh-

Just at that moment, a family with two kids walks in the door. Audrey stops herself, and completely switches modes.

AUDREYHi! Welcome to Hang Ten Surf and Kayak lessons. How can I help you?

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Hazel, Riley and Mika are walking to the back of the building, where he’s hanging up damp wet-suits to dry. He has the radio playing music.

RILEYHey, Marcus.

MARCUSHey guys.

RILEYThis is Hazel. She’s new to town.

MARCUS Welcome to Johnson Shore, the happiestPlace on earth.

RILEYIf only. We’ll see you later tonight.

MARCUSBye, guys.

They grab the keys, and leave the store. They say good bye to Audrey, who is handing paperwork to the parents.

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EXT- RILEY’S HOUSE

They’re walking down the street to Riley’s house. The street is made up of small beach houses right next to each other. They stop at the last house on the street.

RILEYHere we are. Be it ever so humble.

She unlocks the door, but it won’t budge. She rams herself against the door, and it finally pushes open. They step inside, and walk to the kitchen. They get some coke out of the fridge, and go upstairs to Riley’s room. She has an old stereo next to her bed. Her surfboard is next to the window in her room. They sit down and lean against the bed.

MIKA

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So we saw you talking to Dan lastNight.

Hazel starts to blush, and she bites her lip.

HAZELYou did?

RILEYYes, and you were all over him!

HAZELOh God, I was?

Riley and Mika start to laugh. Hazel is now bright red.

HAZELIs he dating anyone?

RILEYI don’t think he-

Mika jabs her in the ribs. She gives her a look.

RILEYYeah, he’s got a girlfriend.

HAZELWho is it?

They’re quiet. They’re deciding whether to tell her or not.

RILEYDo we really have to tell her?I mean, it’s okay if-

MIKAYes, we have to tell her!

RILEYShit. He’s going out with the Scourge of the earth.

MIKAAnd her name starts with a “C”.

She holds out her hand in the shape of a C.

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HAZELAre you serious?

She leans against the bed.

RILEYSorry, but we had to tell you.

HAZELIt’s all right. Better now thanNever.

Riley takes a big gulp from her coke.

RILEYChanging the subject. There’s a Windsurfing race down at the beach.Want to come?

HAZELWhen is it?

MIKAFive o clock tonight. Meet us byHang Ten at quarter to five.

HAZELSure.

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EXT- HANG TEN- EVENING TIME

Hazel is walking down to the shop. Riley, Mika, Audrey and Marcus locking the door to Hang Ten. They turn and wave to her. They all pile into Marcus’ old Chevy truck and drive over to the beach.

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EXT- LOCAL BEACH- EVENING TIME

They get out of the car, and walk over to the beach. There is a crowd of people already. Two guys are by the edge of the water with their windsurfing boards ready. There are 2 buckets on a table with money in them for bets. The one on

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the left says “Chris”, and the one on the right says “Jake”. The MC is getting everybody to quiet down.

MCAll right guys, you know the rules.First one to there wins.

The MC points to a spot halfway down the beach. The racers get in their ready positions. Dan spots Hazel and walks over to her.

DANHey! What are you doing here?

HAZELOh, I’m here with Riley and Mika.We’re watching the race.

DANSweet. So how long are you here for?

HAZELI’m here until-

CYNTHIADan!

Cynthia comes to Dan’s side, and hooks her arm around his. Hazel looks down so her eyes don’t meet Cynthia’s. Dan tries to make the situation better.

DANOh, Cynthia, this is Hazel. Hazel,This is my girlfriend, Cynthia.

CYNTHIAHi. Come on, honey. The race is about to start.

DANSee you later, Hazel.

HAZELBye.

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Cynthia gives Hazel a menacing look while Dan isn’t looking. Hazel stands there until Mika finds her and pulls her over to where they’re all standing. The MC walks over to the two racers, and holds up her arms.

MCOn your mark. Get set. GO!!

She throws her hands down, and the race begins. The two racers fly in the air as they speed towards the finish line. The crowd follows the race to the mid point of the beach. Hazel is immediately gripped by the race and the sport itself. Jake flies by Chris and wins the race. The crowd cheers, and Jake is announced the winner.

MCThe winner for tonight’s race isJake! Congratulations. Anybody whoWants to race next time, see me.

The crowd starts to get smaller as people leave. There are people congratulating Jake on his win. Chris walks over to Jake and shakes his hand to show that there are no hard feelings. Some of Chris’ friends join him, and they walk off. The MC takes the bucket labeled “Chris”, and collects the money for herself. Riley, Mika, Audrey and Marcus congratulate the racers, and they head back for the car.

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Hazel’s mind is still flashing back to Jake flying into the air. Audrey and Marcus are talking to each other by the car. Riley and Mika are talking when Hazel suddenly brings up the next race.

HAZELDo you think I could do that?

Riley and Mika stop and look at Hazel.

RILEYDo what?

HAZELDo you think I could race?

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MIKAWell, do you know how to windsurf?

HAZELNo. But I’m sure I could learn how.

MIKAI’d give it a second thought if IWere you.

RILEYShe’s right. If you fall, it’s a Long way to go.

HAZELI know, but I don’t care.

They turn around, a little surprised at her.

RILEYYou really want to do this?

HAZELYes.

Riley sighs and looks at Mika.

MIKA I think we could do it.

RILEYSo do I.

Hazel smiles, and hugs them.

HAZELThank you guys!

She sees that Riley and Mika aren’t into touchy feely stuff, and backs away embarrassed.

HAZELSorry.

RILEYIt’s all right. We’ll ask MarcusAbout it too. He’s good with this

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Kind of thing.

Marcus calls for them from the car.

MARCUSHey you guys! Hurry up!

AUDREYYeah, come on slowpokes!

MIKAComing!

They run over to Audrey and Marcus, and get in the car.

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INT- HANG TEN- MORNING

Audrey is hanging up a poster for environmental awareness when Hazel walks in.

HAZELMorning, Audrey.

AUDREYGood morning, Hazel.

Riley and Mika come out from the back. They say hi to her, and bring her to Marcus.

RILEYHey Marcus, we need your help.

MARCUSSure, what’s up?

MIKAHazel wants to compete in the nextRace. We need your consulting.

Marcus examines Hazel. He lifts up her arm to see if she has any muscle.

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RILEYWell, is it hopeless?

MARCUSShe’s got a lot of work to do,But I think she can do it if She trains hard enough.

Hazel smiles at that remark.

MIKAAnd we were wondering if you could Help us train her.

MARCUSAnd why is that?

MIKABecause we know how much you loveUs and would do anything to help us.

Riley and Mika make pleading faces.

MARCUS The puppy dog face doesn’t work onMe and you know that. But I’ll stillHelp you, because I love you that Much.

MIKAThank you, Marcus.

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Hazel, Riley, Mika and Marcus are getting some of the windsurfing boards out of the back.

RILEYHey, Dee. Can we borrow some of theWindsurfing boards?

AUDREYSure, go ahead. But if you don’t bringIt back in one piece, you’re dead.

RILEYMany thanks.

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She gives her sister a hug and thy squeeze each other’s hand.

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EXT- HANG TEN- DAY TIME

They’re loading the boards into the back of Marcus’ truck. They pile in and head to the local beach.

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EXT- LOCAL BEACH

Marcus parks the car, and they all get out and grab their boards. Hazel struggles to lift hers up, and Marcus goes to help her. They get to the beach where Cynthia is sun bathing next to Dan. She looks up and sees Hazel with Riley, Mika and Marcus. They get their boards and paddle out to the water. They help Hazel get up on the board, and start to teach her.

MIKASo just always hold on to the sail.And when you want to go right or left,Turn it to the side.

Hazel tries to turn the sail.

RILEYOkay, Marcus and I are going to surf Back to shore. Mika’s going to stick With you and help you out.

HAZELOkay.

Riley and Marcus make their way to the shore. Hazel starts to surf to the shore. Mika is following behind her. Hazel steadily makes her way to the shore, when she suddenly crashes. Cynthia sees this, and a devilish grin spreads across her face. Riley and Marcus look over to Hazel to see if she’s okay. Mika surfs over to her.

MIKA

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Hey, are you all right?

Hazel tries to get up on the board, but doesn’t succeed.

HAZELYeah, I’m fine.

MIKAJust take it easy when you’re surfingOver to the shore.

HAZELOkay.

Mika stays by Hazel’s side as she slowly makes her way to the shore. Riley and Marcus look over to her.

RILEYAre you okay?

HAZELYeah, I’m fine. Don’t worry.

Cynthia walks over to Hazel. She puts her hand on her shoulder and whispers in her ear.

CYNTHIANice job, surfer girl. Next time You fall on your ass, try not toMake it look so easy.

She winks, and walks back to where she was before.

MARCUS Everyone falls on their first try. Don’t worry about it.

RILEYDo you want to go out again?

Hazel looks over to Cynthia, who is very pleased with herself.

HAZELSure, I’ll go out again.

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The smile on Cynthia’s face goes away when she sees Hazel going out again with the others. When they are out on the water, they go a little slower than last time. When Cynthia is halfway to the shore, she jumps up into the air, and lands safely in the water. Hazel smiles, and Riley, Mika and Marcus are surprised at her. They get back to shore, and lay their boards down on a spot on the beach.

MARCUS Hey, that wasn’t bad.

RILEYYeah, not bad at all.

Dan walks over to Hazel.

DANHey, not to bad for your first Time.

HAZELThanks.

DANAre you entering the competition?

HAZELMaybe. I’m not sure.

DANIf you keep it up, you should.

HAZELThanks.

She smiles at Dan, who walks back over to Cynthia. She saw the whole thing, and is not happy with it. Mika nudges Hazel in the shoulder and laughs.

RILEYHey, let’s go out and do a coupleMore runs.

MARCUS Just be ready to go in about half An hour. I’ve got a lesson at one

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Thirty.

They grab their boards and swim out to the ocean.

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INT- HANG TEN- LATER ON

Hazel, Riley, Mika and Marcus get back from the beach. There is water boiling on a portable stove. Audrey is taping a piece of paper onto a used plastic can, and places it on the front desk. The label says “Donations for the ASPA”, and has a picture of a sad looking dog next to it.

AUDREYHey, guys. How did it go?

RILEYIt went pretty good. Hazel has a Knack for this.

AUDREYAwesome. Do you guys want some tea?

Mika looks at the jar that Audrey put on the front desk.

MIKASure. Hey Audrey, that’s a prettySad looking dog you have there.

AUDREYWell, there just happens to be thousandsOf other dogs and cats and hamsters whoAre like that, for your information. AndI’m sure lots of people would want to Help them.

RILEYHey, if you want to save them, more Power to you.

AUDREYThanks.

The tea finishes boiling, and Audrey pours everyone a cup of tea. They each grab a Styrofoam cup.

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INT- AUNT SALLY’S HOUSE- EVENING

Hazel is sitting on the couch reading a book. Her Aunt Sally comes in from work. She puts her bag down, and lets her hair down while she’s talking.

AUNT SALLYHi Hazel, how was your day?

HAZELIt was fine. How was yours?

AUNT SALLYIt was busy.

She takes her shoes off as she is talking.

AUNT SALLY (cont’d)We had to defend this woman who was Suing this doctor for malpractice.

She looks at Hazel’s face, which is pink from the sun.

AUNT SALLYWhat happened to your face?

Hazel looks up from her book.

HAZELWhat?

AUNT SALLYYour face. It’s very pink.

HAZELOh, I was just out on the beach.It was so much fun, Aunt Sally! I was learning how to windsurf today.Riley and Mika taught me how to do it,And at first I-

ANUT SALLYWait, you were what?

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HAZELWindsurfing. It was really hard at First, but then-

AUNT SALLYWhy would you want to windsurf?

HAZELIt’s a lot of fun when you get theHang of it.

Aunt Sally turns around and shakes her head in disapproval.

HAZELWhat.

AUNT SALLYHazel, darling. I don’t think it’s Proper for you to be windsurfing.It’s only slackers who do that kind of Thing.

Hazel is shocked at this comment. She tries to hide it.

AUNT SALLY (cont’d)Who taught you how to do this, anyway?

HAZELMy new friends, Mika and Riley. They Took me to one of the races a fewNights ago.

Aunt Sally sighs.

HAZEL (cont’d)They raced to the edge of the-

AUNT SALLYThey took you to one of those?

HAZELWell, yeah.

AUNT SALLYI don’t want you hanging out withThose girls anymore.

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HAZELWhat? But Aunt Sally-

AUNT SALLY Those girls are a bad influence onYou. Do you understand?

Hazel looks down at her book.

HAZELYes, Aunt Sally.

AUNT SALLYGood. And tomorrow night we’re goingTo dinner with some friends of mine.I’d love for you to be there also.

HAZELSure, I’ll go.

Aunt Sally walks into the kitchen. Hazel tries to read her book, but she can’t concentrate.

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EXT- BOARDWALK- AFTERNOON

Hazel is walking along the boardwalk, when she runs into Riley and Mika.

MIKAHi Hazel.

RILEYHey, we’ve been looking for you.

HAZELOh, um, hi guys.

They see she’s acting a little off with them.

MIKAAre you okay?

HAZELWhat? Yeah, I’m fine.

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RILEYNice try. Come on, fess up. What’s going on?

Hazel bites her lip and looks at her feet.

HAZELNothing, my aunt and I got in a fight.

RILEYReally?

HAZELWell, it was more of her just yellingAnd me nodding my head saying ‘Yes Aunt Sally’.

MIKAWhat was it about?

Hazel is quiet for a moment.

HAZELShe doesn’t want me windsurfing,Or hanging out with you guys.

RILEYWhy not?

HAZELWell, she thinks you guys are a ‘Bad influence’.

Riley and Mika try to control laughter.

MIKAAww, she thinks we’re bad influences?That really makes me feel so special.

RILEYI’m getting that warm and fuzzy feelingInside.

HAZELYou guys aren’t mad?

RILEY

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Why would we be mad at you?

MIKA Yeah, it’s not your fault your Aunt Doesn’t like us.

HAZELWell, she doesn’t want me to enterThe race either.

MIKAWhy not?

HAZELShe thinks only slackers who do thatSort of thing.

Riley and Mika try to hold in their anger.

MIKAOkay, that makes us mad.

RILEYI’d like to see her try to windsurf!

HAZELI’m really sorry, guys. I wish I couldDo it.

RILEYWell, why can’t you?

HAZELBecause my Aunt says that I can’t.

MIKASo why should that stop you?

HAZELWhat?

RILEYHazel, just because someone thinks youShouldn’t do it, doesn’t mean you have To stop because they said so.

MIKA

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Yeah. Try standing up for yourself once.It feels great.

HAZELWell… I guess I just won’t tell herWhere I’m going.

Riley and Mika smile. Mika puts her arm around Hazel’s shoulder.

MIKASee, it feels awesome.

Hazel smiles. It does feel awesome. Riley puts her arm over her.

RILEYHey, there’s another race tonight.It’s swimming this time. You wannaCome with?

HAZELSorry, I can’t. My lovely Aunt wantsMe to come to dinner with her and someFriends of hers.

MIKAWhere are you guys going?

HAZELSome place called the shoreline.

RILEYSeriously?

HAZELYeah.

MIKADude, that’s like, the fanciest restaurantIn town.

RILEYYeah, dress code, five courses, the Whole nine yards.

HAZEL

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Wow, I never knew that.

MIKABut you go and have a good time.

HAZELI’ll try.

They laugh, and continue to walk down the boardwalk.

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INT- THE SHORELINE- NIGHT TIME

Hazel and Aunt Sally are sitting at a table for five. They are waiting for Aunt Sally’s friends.

AUNT SALLYNow where could they be?

HAZELAre they usually late?

AUNT SALLYWell, they are usually five or ten Minutes late.

Aunt Sally looks up and sees her friends coming.

AUNT SALLYAh, here they come.

Hazel looks up in horror to see Cynthia and her parents walk into the restaurant. JOSEPH VELAZQUEZ, 40-50, and ANITA VELAZQUEZ, 35-45, look over and see Aunt Sally. They walk over, and greet each other.

AUNT SALLYJoseph! Anita! It’s so good to See you.

JOSEPHIt’s a pleasure always, Sally.

Cynthia looks at Hazel in disgust.

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ANITAAnd who is this lovely young lady?

Aunt Sally puts her hands on Hazel’s shoulders.

AUNT SALLYThis is my brother’s daughter, Hazel.Hazel, this is Cynthia Velazquez.

CYNTHIAWe’ve met before. But it’s nice To see you again.

Cynthia sticks out her hand. She gives Hazel a very forceful look.

HAZELIt’s nice to see you too.

They shake hands, and Cynthia smiles.

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Everyone is sitting down. They have already ordered their drinks. The adults are talking and having a bottle of wine that is sitting in a cooler. The waiter is taking their orders. Cynthia is the last to order.

WAITERAnd for you, miss?

CYNTHIAI’ll have the steak. And make itVery rare, please.

WAITEROf course, maam.

He takes their menus from everybody.

AUNT SALLYWow, very rare?

Cynthia looks right at Hazel.

CYNTHIAI like my meat very fresh.

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ANITASo tell me Hazel. How do you like It here so far?

HAZELIt’s very nice. The beach is reallyGreat.

JOSEPHHow long have you been here?

HAZEL About a week. I’ll be staying untilThe last week in July.

JOSEPHWow, that’s quite a long time.

AUNT SALLYWell, she’s a bit traumatized. You see,Her best friend just went into rehabFor drug addiction.

Joseph and Anita are a bit surprised by this. Cynthia tries not to snicker.

AUNT SALLY (cont’d)No one saw it coming. Not even the Girl’s, what was her name?

HAZELMatilda.

AUNT SALLYYes, that’s it. Not even Matilda’s Parents suspected a thing. It was Probably the best decision to send Her here.

Joseph puts his glass of wine down.

CYNTHIAI’m really sorry about your friend, Hazel. That’s an awful thing to happenTo anyone.

She reaches across the table for Hazel’s hand.

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CYNTHIA (cont’d)If you need anything or just want toTalk to someone, just let me know.

AUNT SALLYAw, that’s very sweet of you, Cynthia.

Joseph and Anita smile.

JOSEPHWell, that’s our Cynthia.

CYNTHIADaddy, stop it. You’re embarrassing me.

Anita smiles, and Joseph kisses his daughter on the cheek. Cynthia gives a smile and a wink to Hazel. Hazel starts to get out of her chair.

HAZELExcuse me; I have to go to the bathroom.

She gets up, and walks quickly to the bathroom.

ANITASweetie, why don’t you go with her?

CYNTHIAOf course, mom.

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INT- BATHROOM- NIGHT TIME

Hazel is in the bathroom. She is washing her hands in the sink. Cynthia walks in and starts to fix her hair in the sink.

CYNTHIAHi.

Hazel looks up in shock.

HAZELOh, hi Cynthia.

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CYNTHIASo, I hear that you’re entering the Race next week.

HAZELYeah, I am.

CYNTHIAWell, that’s funny. I’m going toBe racing also.

HAZELReally?

CYNTHIAYeah, Dan said I should.

HAZELOh.

Hazel sticks out her hand and faintly smiles.

HAZELWell, good luck.

CYNTHIAKeep it. You’ll need a lot of it.

She walks past Hazel, and leaves the bathroom.

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INT- AUNT SALLY’S HOUSE- NIGHT TIME

They get home from dinner, and Hazel walks right upstairs.

AUNT SALLYYou should hang out with CynthiaSome time. She’s such a sweet girl.

Hazel just walks upstairs to her room, and shuts the door.

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EXT- HAZEL’S BALCONY- LATE NIGHT

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Hazel is sitting on her balcony looking out on the ocean. She sees that she has a new voice mail. She calls the number for her voicemail, and listens to the message.

MATILDA (V.O.)Hazel, are you there? It’s me.

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INT- REHAB- EARLY EVENING

Matilda is at the rehab center. It’s a very beautiful place. She is sitting by a fountain in the yard. There are other people and staff walking around.

MATILDAI was just calling to see how you Were doing. It’s really beautiful Here. I almost wish you were here With me.

She glides her fingers across the water in the fountain.

MATILDA (cont’d)I’m so sorry I never told you. I Wish I could just make this whole Thing go away, but I know I can’t. If you never want to talk to me again, I totally understand.

A nurse walks up to her to take her cell phone away.

MATILDA (cont’d)I have to go. I’m not suppose to callPeople while I’m here. It’s annoying,I know. Well, I’ll be out by the end Of the summer.

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EXT- HAZEL’S BALCONY- NIGHT TIME

Hazel is listening to the message. A tear rolls down her cheek as she listens to the message.

MATILDA (V.O)

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Bye, Hazel. I miss you.

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EXT- REHAB- EARLY EVENING

Matilda shuts her phone. A staff member comes and takes her phone away. She continues to glide her fingers on the water.

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EXT- HAZEL’S BALCONY- NIGHT TIME

Hazel closes her phone. She looks at it for a second, and then gets into bed. She places her phone by the bed-side table, and goes to sleep.

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INT- HAZEL’S ROOM- EARLY MORNING

It’s about six thirty in the morning. Hazel’s phone vibrates. She groans, and picks it up.

HAZELHello?

RILEYGuess who?

MIKAGood morning.

HAZELRiley? Mika?

She sits up in her bed.

RILEYMeet us on the main beach by Seven.

HAZELFor what?!

RILEYYou’ll see.

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They hang up the phone. Hazel closes the phone and flops out of bed.

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EXT- MAIN BEACH- EARLY MORNING

Hazel is walking down the beach trying to find Riley and Mika. She finds them setting up a make-shift obstacle course. Mika has a stop watch around her neck.

HAZELWhat the hell is this?

RILEYDo you like it?

HAZELSeriously. What is it?

MIKAIf you’re going to compete, you’re Going to need to get some muscle onYou.

HAZELDid we really have to do this?

RILEYWell, we can do something else.

MIKAYeah, you don’t have to do this ifYou don’t want to.

Hazel thinks about what she said. She remembers what happened with Cynthia the other night.

HAZELNo, I want to do this. I have To do this.

Riley and Mika are impressed with her.

MIKAAll right, just star over there

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And follow us.

HAZELOkay.

Mika gets the timer ready.

MIKAReady. Go.

She runs up to an old TV box, and jumps over it.

RILEYSo how was dinner last night?

HAZELIt was the dinner from hell.

RILEYWhy?

HAZELBecause my Aunt’s friends just happenTo be the Velazquez family.

MIKAYou mean?

HAZELYep.

Hazel crawls under the bed sheet like in the army.

HAZELAn enchanted evening with Cynthia.

RILEYOh God, that does sounds like the dinnerFrom hell.

HAZELAnd to top it all off, she’s entering The race too.

RILEYWhat? That stupid little bitch. My Grandmother could windsurf ten times

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Better than her!

Hazel steps onto the balancing board, and tried not to wobble.

MIKAYeah, but your grandmother couldn’t Get four guys to teach her how withThe snap of a finger.

RILEYWell, you got me on that one. Okay, Now ten sit ups.

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EXT- BOARDWALK- SAME TIME

Marcus is jogging down the boardwalk. He looks at the beach and vaguely recognizes someone. He stops for a minute, and he sees Hazel doing sit-ups with Riley and Mika standing next to her. Their voices can be heard faintly. He smiles, and continues jogging.

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EXT- BEACH- SAME TIME

Hazel finishes her ten sit ups and runs over to the pull up rope tied to the bottom of the boardwalk.

RILEYJust don’t let her get to you. She’s only trying to make you Think you aren’t good enough.

MIKAAnd believe me, you’re betterThan she’ll ever be.

HAZELThanks, guys.

She finishes her pull ups, and drops to the ground. She lies on her back and catches her breath. Mika checks her time on

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the stop-watch. It reads five minutes and forty eight seconds.

HAZELI just can’t believe she ate an Entire steak by herself.

RILEYWell, you are what you eat.

Mika helps her up, and shows her the stop watch as they pick up their obstacle coarse.

MIKAFive minutes and forty eight seconds.Not bad for the first time.

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INT- HANG TEN- MORNING TIME

Audrey walks in with a paper bag from the local restaurant. She also has a bag from the local health food store. Hazel, Riley and Mika are sitting on the floor reading a magazine.

AUDREYWho wants some breakfast?

HAZELThank God. I’m starving.

Marcus hears her, and comes out from the back. He grabs the small table from outside and places it in the middle of the room. Audrey sets out the breakfast of scrambled eggs, bacon, pancakes and home fries. She also takes a few packets of maple syrup, napkins, forks and knives out of the bag. Everyone grabs a fork and digs in. Audrey takes out her breakfast. Everyone looks up from eating to see what she’s eating.

RILEYCould you please explain to me whatThat is?

AUDREYIt’s a veggie meat ball sub with tofuAnd organic tomatoes.

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MIKADid you just say ‘veggie meat ball’?

AUDREYYeah.

MARCUS That is the biggest oxymoron I have Ever heard.

AUDREYWell I’d rather eat this than eatSome poor defenseless farm animal.

Riley is about to bite into a piece of bacon. Mika has already bitten into a piece. They both put it down instead. They instead go for the home fires. Audrey smiles, and goes back to eating her sub.

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EXT- LOCAL BEACH- LATER

Marcus stops the car, and Hazel, Riley and Mika get out. They grab their windsurfing boards.

MARCUSHey, I won’t be able to pick you Guys up until two.

RILEYNo problem.

She and Marcus pound their fists together. Mika does the same. They look over to see what they predicted. Cynthia is in the water on a windsurfing board with four guys teaching her how to windsurf. She stands on the board so they can look at her butt. They can hear her off in the distance.

CYNTHIAIs this how you do it?

Hazel, Riley, Mika and Marcus look on disgust.

MIKA

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Well surprise, surprise.

Marcus looks over to Hazel.

MARCUSHey, you go out there put that bitchIn her place.

HAZELI will.

He smiles at her, and starts the car.

MARCUSSee you guys, later.

They say good bye to him as he drives off. They grab their boards and head out to the water. Cynthia looks at them, and goes back to learning how to windsurf.

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We go to a montage of Hazel, Riley and Mika windsurfing.

-Riley catches a wave and spins in the air. She lands gracefully on the water.

-A shot from under the water. We see the bottom of Riley’s board land in the water and veer off to the right.

-Mika catches a wave and leaps into the air. She lands, and sharply turns.

-Riley jumps about 10 feet into the air, and falls off of her board. She gets back on her board, and continues to surf.

Hazel saw Riley’s wipe out. She surfs over to Riley to see if she is okay.

HAZELAre you all right?

RILEYYeah, I’m fine. I just slipped off Of my board, that’s all.

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HAZELAre you sure?

RILEYYes, I’m positive.

Mika comes over on her board.

MIKAHey, are you all right?

RILEYCouldn’t be better.

She sees Cynthia windsurfing with the four guys helping her.

HAZELI think I’m going to take a break.

She surfs back to the beach, and puts her board by her towel. Her phone starts to ring. She gets her phone out of her bag and answers it.

HAZELHello?

RICHARDHi, honey. It’s dad.

HAZELDad, hi.

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EXT- COUNTRY CLUB- DAY TIME

Richard and Heather are by the pool. They have drinks sitting on the small table next to them.

RICHARDHey, princess. How have you been?

HAZELI’ve been good. How about you?

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RICHARDOh, I’ve been fine. Have you been Having a good time with Aunt Sally?

HAZELIt’s been fun. It’s really nice here.And I’ve even made some new friends.

RICHARD You did? That’s wonderful, Hazel!

Heather looks up from her book.

HEATHERRichard, is that Hazel?

RICHARDHoney, I’m handing the phone overTo your mom, but I love you, bye.

HAZELBye, Dad.

Richard hands the phone over to Heather.

HEATHERHazel, how are you?

HAZELI’m all right. What’s it like at home?

HEATHEROh, it’s been the same since you left.Have you been having a good time?

HAZELYeah, I’ve been having a great time.

The reception starts to get fuzzy.

HEATHERHazel? Honey, can you hear me?

HAZELKind of.

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HEATHERSweetie, the receptions getting reallyFuzzy, but will see you soon, and we Love you.

HAZELWhat?

HEATHERI said WE LOVE YOU!

HAZELMom? Hello?

The reception is lost. Hazel closes her phone and puts it back in her bag.

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EXT- LOCAL BEACH- EVENING

Hazel, Riley, and Mika walk over to Marcus’ car. They put their boards in the back, and get into the car.

MARCUSWow, you guys were out pretty late.

MIKAYeah, Riley had a major wipe out. You should’ve seen it. It was Hilarious.

Riley punches Mika in the arm.

RILEYShut up.

Marcus sees Hazel’s bright pink face in the rear view mirror.

MARCUSWhoa.

HAZELWhat.

MARCUS

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Your face! It’s pinker than your shirt!

HAZEL It is?

She looks at her face in the mirror. She touches her face, and she winces.

HAZELDamn!

MIKAIs it that bad?

HAZELKind of. That, and it’s a dead give awayTo my aunt.

RILEYI know someone who can help.

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INT- HANG TEN

Audrey is painting her nails on the couch by the table. Hazel, Riley, Mika and Marcus come in.

AUDREYHey guys, how was it?

RILEYIt was good, but we have a bit of a Problem.

They bring Hazel to Audrey. She looks up from painting her nails. She leans back in surprise.

AUDREYDoes it hurt?

HAZELA little bit.

RILEYDo you think you can cover it up?

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AUDREYHmm. I think I’ve got something that Will help.

Audrey gets her bag from behind the desk, and searches for her bottle of foundation. She finds it, and places it on the table.

AUDREYOkay, sit down right here.

Hazel sits down, and Audrey starts to apply the make up.

HAZELWhat is this?

AUDREYIt’s this all natural foundation that’sMade to cover up red parts of your skin,Which in this situation would be your Entire face.

She continues to cover up your face.

MARCUSHow did your face get that pink, anyway?

HAZELI don’t know. I guess my sun block wasn’tA strong enough SPF.

MIKAWhat do you usually use?

Hazel is quiet.

HAZELSPF 60.

Mika struggles not to burst out laughing, as does Riley and Marcus.

HAZELGo ahead.

They burst out laughing. Hazel starts to bite her lip.

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AUDREYHey, there is nothing wrong with Having fair skin. Don’t listen to Them, Hazel. I think your skin is Very beautiful.

HAZELThanks, Audrey.

She finishes applying the make up. She pulls out a mirror, and shows Hazel her face.

AUDREYThere we go. You can’t even see itAnymore.

Hazel looks at her reflection in the mirror and smiles.

RILEYWhat did I tell you? This girl can Work miracles.

She gives her sister a hug. Hazel’s phone starts to ring, she sees that it’s her Aunt Sally calling.

HAZELI have to go you guys.

MARCUSDo you want a ride home?

HAZELIf you don’t mind.

MARCUSOf course not.

They walk out to his car. Audrey gives Marcus a teasing look. They get into the car, and drive off.

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INT- MARCUS’ CAR- EARLY EVENING

Marcus is driving Hazel home.

MARCUS

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I saw you out on the water today.

HAZELReally?

MARCUSYeah, and you were awesome!

Hazel blushes.

MARCUS (cont’d)Seriously, the first time you were Out on the water, you were awful.

HAZELOh, thanks! That makes me feel great!

She pushes Marcus, and laughs.

MARCUSHey! No punching the driver!

HAZELSays who?

They pull up to her house, and he punches her again.

MARCUSOkay, that’s it.

He starts to lean in on Hazel and punch her. Hazel screams, and she starts to laugh. Marcus loses his balance, and falls on top of her. His face is very close to hers. He quickly gets off of her.

MARCUSSorry about that.

HAZELOh, um, it’s okay.

There’s an incredibly awkward silence.

MARCUSSo, I guess I’ll see you tomorrow.

HAZEL

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Yeah. Oh, and thanks for the ride.

MARCUSNo problem.

Hazel starts to bite her lip. She quickly says good bye, and gets out of the car. Marcus watches her go, and then drives off.

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INT- AUNT SALLY’S HOUSE

Hazel’s closes the front door behind her, and drops her bag. She watches Marcus drive away. She smiles, and turns around to see her Aunt Sally standing behind her.

AUNT SALLYHi, Hazel.

HAZELHi, Aunt Sally.

AUNT SALLYHow was your day?

HAZELIt was nice.

She starts to go upstairs, but her Aunt Sally stops her.

AUNT SALLYWhat did you do today?

HAZELI went to some of the shops in theBoardwalk.

She starts walking up the stairs again.

AUNT SALLYOh, really? Which ones did you go to?

HAZELI went to the shop with the wind chimesIn the front.

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AUNT SALLYDid you get anything there?

HAZELWell, I just looked around, you know?Plus I forgot to bring money.

AUNT SALLYOh. Well, it sounds like you had a niceDay.

HAZELYeah, it was.

She goes upstairs, and breathes a sigh of relief.

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A montage of the next 2 weeks. Hazel is working very hard to be ready in time for the race.

-Hazel stands at the start of the obstacle coarse. Mika and Riley are by her side. Mika starts the stop-watch, and Hazel starts the obstacle course.

-Hazel goes out to the water and windsurfs all the way to the end of the beach. She practices racing to the end of the beach. Cynthia whizzes by her, and gives her a wink.

- At Hang Ten: Audrey hands her foundation to Hazel as she applies it to her pink face.

-Hazel is at home, she’s icing her aching muscles. Aunt Sally walks by and looks in the room. She tries to shake it off, and walks to her room.

-Next Day: She wakes up early, and sneaks past her Aunt Sally’s room. She goes downstairs and closes the front door very quietly.

- Hazel starts the obstacle course. This time, she goes through it with speed.

-Hazel does her push ups with ease. She runs over to the pull ups.

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EXT- LOCAL BEACH- LATE AFTERNOON

It’s the day before the big race. Hazel, Riley, Mika and Marcus are all windsurfing. Everybody is doing fine, until Hazel leaps into the air on her board. Riley, Mika and Marcus look at her in surprise.

MARCUSWhat is she doing?

RILEYIs she crazy?

Hazel slips off of her board in mid air, and falls into the water, with her board following shortly after. Hazel swims up to the top, and grabs her board while she catches her breath. Riley Mika and Marcus hurry over to her. Cynthia, who’s sitting on the beach with Dan, saw the whole thing, and is laughing at her.

RILEYAre you okay?

HAZELWell, let’s see. My best friend is in rehab for being a coke junkie, I’m sent to spend the summer in a place

where most of the people don’t like me. In fact, one girl wants to make my lifeA living hell. And to top it all off, I’m lying to my aunt who thinks I shouldHang out with the girl who hates me, my Face is so pink it could pass for a balloon, And I just fell off of my board in mid airFor everyone to enjoy! Other than that,I’m just peachy!!

She starts to swim back to shore. Riley Mika and Marcus follow her.

RILEYWell sorry for asking!

HAZELYou should be!

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MIKAHey! Both of you need to calm down.Look, let’s just head back, and takeIt easy for the rest of the day.

They get to shore, and take their boards to the car.

HAZELI’m sorry, but I have to back out.

MARCUSWhat? Hazel, the race is tomorrow.You’ve worked too hard to back out now.

HAZELBut…

MARCUSBut what?

HAZELI can’t do this!! I just can’t, okay?!

RILEYYou guys, I think she needs to talkTo Audrey.

MIKAI think that’s a good idea.

MARCUSYeah so do I.

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INT- HANG TEN- EARLY EVENING

Audrey is sitting at the counter reading a magazine. Hazel Riley Mika and Marcus come in. Audrey can tell that Hazel isn’t feeling too well.

AUDREYHazel, are you okay?

RILEYAudrey, do you think you can whip

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Up one of your famous pep talks for Hazel?

AUDREYNo problem.

She puts down the magazine, and gets up from behind the counter.

MIKADon’t worry. Audrey gives the best pepTalks in the world.

She puts her arm over Hazel’s shoulder.

AUDREYCome with me.

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EXT- HANG TEN ROOF- EARLY EVENING

Audrey takes Hazel up to the roof of the building. It overlooks the main beach. They both look out onto the ocean.

AUDREYSo what’s been bugging you lately?

HAZELWell, I fell off of my board today.

AUDREYOn the water, or in the air?

HAZELIt’s was in the air. And I mean way In the air.

AUDREYOuch, doesn’t sound fun.

HAZELYeah. And, I don’t know. I guess everythingJust came spilling out of me.

She’s quiet for a minute as she looks out onto the beach.

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HAZELAnd I don’t think I can race tomorrow.Cynthia is a thousand times better thanMe.

AUDREYDon’t say that. If you say it too many Times, you’ll think that it’s true.

HAZELBut it is true.

AUDREYNo it’s not.

She leads Hazel to the edge of the building.

AUDREY (cont’d)Cynthia may think she can do it,But she just doesn’t get it. She Does it only because she wants toWin more than anything. And you…

She looks at Hazel.

AUDREYYou do it because you want to. That’sWhat makes you a great windsurfer.

They both look out to the setting sun.

AUDREYTomorrow, when you’re out there, I Want you to think of nothing else but How good you feel at that very moment.Can you do that for me?

HAZELYeah, I think I can.

Audrey smiles, and squeezes her. They start to walk back to the stairs.

AUDREYYou know what you need?

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HAZELWhat?

AUDREYYou need a break. You’ve been trainingSo much, so I think you could use a Little pre-race celebration. Just a bagOf chips, some soda, what do you say?

HAZELI think it sounds great.

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INT- HANG TEN- NIGHT TIME

Everyone is gathered around a bag of chips, and a bag of pretzels. There is music playing on the stereo. They are drinking soda, laughing, and having a good time. Audrey stands up with her soda in hand.

AUDREYEveryone, can I have your attentionPlease?

They stop laughing, and direct their attention towards her.

AUDREYThanks. I would like to propose a toast.

She raises her soda.

AUDREYTo Hazel. We all know you will kick Serious ass tomorrow!

Everyone toasts to that. They go back to talking and laughing.

RILEYWait, what was that whole thing aboutYour friend being in rehab?

HAZELI’ll tell you later. I promise.

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EXT- HANG TEN- LATER THAT NIGHT

Cynthia and Dean are walking down the street near Hang Ten. They see that Hazel left her board outside. Cynthia gets an idea.

CYNTHIAHey, do you have anything sharp?

Dean searches around his pocket. He takes a pen out of his pocket.

DEANI got a pen.

CYNTHIAThat’ll work just fine.

She takes the pen from him. She sneaks over to the boards, and makes sure no one is watching.

DEANWhat are you doing?

CYNTHIARelax; I’ve got the perfect plan.

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INT- AUNT SALLY’S HOUSE- THE NEXT MORNING

Hazel is running downstairs. She is exited for the race today. She runs into the kitchen, where Aunt Sally is sitting down reading the newspaper, and having a leisurely breakfast. She sees Hazel grab a piece of toast, and shove it in her mouth.

HAZELGood morning Aunt Sally.

AUNT SALLYGood morning, Hazel. Did you sleepOkay?

HAZELYeah, I slept great.

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She grabs Aunt Sally’s orange juice, takes a sip, and gives it back to her. She runs out the door before Aunt Sally can say a word to her.

AUNT SALLYI wonder what’s gotten into her.

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EXT- HANG TEN- MORNING TIME

Hazel is running down to Hang Ten. She sees Riley Mika and Audrey on her way there.

MIKAHey, slow down. You need some energyFor the race, remember?

HAZELOh yeah. Sorry.

They get to Hang Ten, and notice something is wrong. Marcus pulls into the driveway when they get there. He gets out of the car, and sees the problem.

MARCUSYou’ve got to be fucking kidding me?!

The sail of Hazel’s board has been stabbed viciously. The board has also been damaged. It has scars going across the bottom. They all look at the board in shock and anger.

AUDREYWhoever did this is so going to payFor this!!

RILEYDo we even need to guess who it is?

Hazel bends down and looks at the torn sail. She tries to suppress her anger.

MIKAWell, what do we do now? None of ourBoards would be right for Hazel, and The race is in fifteen minutes.

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Marcus tries to think of something.

MARCUSI think I’ve got something that might work.I’ll be right back.

He runs to the back, and gets his own windsurfing board. He stands it up.

MARCUSCome on the board for a second.

She steps onto the board. Marcus smiles.

MARCUSPerfect.

HAZELWhose is this?

MARCUSThis is my board. In fact, it happensTo be my lucky board.

Hazel leaps up and hugs Marcus.

HAZELThank you, thank you, thank you!!!

Marcus starts to blush.

MARCUSHey, you deserve it.

They continue to hug watch other.

RILEYOkay guys, nice little Kodak moment. Now we’re moving on.

MIKAShe’s right. We have to hurry.

They load the board into the truck and speed off to the race.

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EXT- LOCAL BEACH- MORNING TIME

There is already a crowd gathered at the beach. The MC is labeling the buckets for bets. Cynthia is waiting by the side with Dan.

DANI wonder where Hazel is.

CYNTHIAI don’t know. Maybe something came up.

Dan looks at Cynthia.

DANOkay, what did you do?

CYNTHIAI didn’t do anything. I just gave her aLittle delay, that’s all.

DANI can’t believe you.

Cynthia grabs his arm and presses up against him.

CYNTHIACome on, honey. Don’t you want meTo win?

DANNot if you have to be a bitch about it.

Cynthia lets go of his arm and steps back.

CYNTHIAExcuse me?

DAN Honestly, why do you hate her so much?!

CYNTHIAI have my reasons.

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Marcus quickly parks the car. They all jump out, grab the surf board and run.

MIKADo you think we’ll make it?

RILEYIf we get there in the next 5 seconds.

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The MC gets to the front of the crowd.

MCOkay guys. The race is going to startSoon, we just need to find Hazel.

She looks in the crowd to find her.

MCHazel, are you here?

She waits to see if anybody answers. A couple of people in the crowd look around to see if she has arrived.

MCOkay, then. I guess by default,The winner of the race is-

Hazel Riley Mika Marcus and Audrey are running down the beach.

HAZELWait!! Stop, I’m here!!!

The crowd looks over and sees her. Cynthia’s smile immediately turns to a look of anger. Hazel runs to the front and catches her breath. She catches her breath in between words.

HAZELI’m sorry- I’m late.

MCIt’s okay. Are you ready to race?

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HAZELYeah, I’m ready.

MCAll right then. Everybody, place your bets.

The crowd takes out their money and places their bet. Most of the people place a bet on Cynthia and only a few places a bet on Hazel. When the crowd is gone, the buckets show that there is only a small amount of money in Hazel’s bucket.

MCAll right everybody, we all know howIt works. Racers get to the front of The water.

Hazel and Cynthia get their boards to the edge of the water.

MCOn your mark, get set… GO!

They dash into the water, and paddle out. People in the crowd are cheering. Riley Mika Marcus and Audrey make their way to the front of the crowd.

At first, the race is tied. Hazel falls off of her board, and Cynthia gets the lead. She quickly gets back up on the board, and tries to catch up to her. Hazel doesn’t notice the cut on her leg.

Riley Mika Marcus and Audrey are all watching intently. When Hazel falls, Marcus grabs Audrey’s hand tightly. Audrey looks at Marcus.

AUDREYDude, chill.

MARCUSOh, sorry.

He lets go of her hand. Audrey sighs, and grabs his hand.

The finish line is close, and Hazel and Cynthia are now nose to nose. Hazel realizes what she has to do to win. She leaps up into the air. We can hear her heart-beat. She lands safely, and beats Cynthia by about half a foot.

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Riley Mika Marcus and Audrey jump up and cheer. The audience claps and cheers also. Hazel comes onto the shore and runs over to them. She jumps up and hugs them. Cynthia goes onto the shore, and walks over to the crowd.

Hazel and Cynthia stand on either side of the MC. She raises Hazel’s arm in the air like at a boxing match.

MCAnd the winner is Hazel!

The audience claps and cheers. Hazel walks over to the group and jumps up and down.

HAZELI did it! Holy shit I did it!

Cynthia walks past them. Hazel walks over to her, and sticks out her hand.

HAZELHey, you did a great job.

Cynthia just looks at her hand.

CYNTHIAI know.

HAZELAll right, that’s it.

She slaps Cynthia across the face. She is totally shocked. Riley Mika Marcus and Audrey saw what she did, and are completely shocked.

MIKAThat just made my summer!

Marcus starts to walk over to her. Hazel looks at Cynthia, but doesn’t say a word.

CYNTHIASee, that’s the kind of attitude thatWill never get you a boyfriend.

HAZEL

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Wanna bet?

She turns around, and kisses Marcus right on the lips. Cynthia’s jaw hangs open. Riley Mika and Audrey are completely surprised by this.

RILEYWow.

Hazel and Marcus look at each other, and smile.

HAZELThank you.

MARCUSDon’t mention it.

She goes back to kissing him. Cynthia walks back to the shore to get her board. Hazel starts to feel faint.

MARCUSHey, what’s wrong?

HAZELNothing, I’m just a little tired I guess.

She looks down at the cut on her leg, which has been bleeding heavily. Her legs wobble, and she falls to the ground.

RILEYHazel!!

Riley Mika and Audrey run over to where Hazel and Marcus are. Mika tries to keep her awake.

MIKAHazel? Hazel, come on, stay with me.

AUDREYMarcus, get the car!

Hazel is starting to lose consciousness. Everything goes black.

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INT- DOCTOR’S OFFICE- LATER

Hazel wakes up in the doctor’s office. She looks around the room, and sees the bandage on her leg. The doctor comes in to talk to her.

DOCTORHello, Hazel. My name is Doctor Brown.You got quite a nasty cut on your leg There.

HAZELI did?

DOCTORYes. But don’t worry, there won’t beAny permanent scars and it will healPretty quickly. Just don’t go in the Water for about five weeks.

Hazel moans.

DOCTOROh, and you have a visitor.

HAZELI do?

The door opens. It’s Aunt Sally, who is looking extremely ticked off. The Doctor takes a hint.

DOCTORI’ll leave you two alone.

He leaves the room, and shuts the door behind him.

HAZELWell? Are you going to say something?

AUNT SALLYI cannot believe you. I really can’t.How dare you, to disobey me, and lie To my face!

Hazel looks down at her feet. Aunt Sally marches over to where Hazel is.

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AUNT SALLYYou look at me when I’m talking to you!!This whole damn summer I have been trying To make sure you would enjoy yourself. And This is how I get repaid?! By you sneaking Off like this to that stupid race?!

Aunt Sally continues to rant and rave, when suddenly Hazel raises her voice.

HAZELSHUT UP!!!!!

Aunt Sally suddenly is quiet.

AUNT SALLYYou watch what you say to me, young lady.

HAZELNo, I’m not going to. And I’m not goingTo do everything you say because youThinks it’s right for me. I am so sickAnd tired of your constant judgment!

Aunt Sally is still stunned.

HAZEL (cont’d)When I was out there, on the ocean. I wasn’t thinking about you, or my Parents or anything else. I was just,Happy. I was happier than I have Been this entire summer. If you thinkIt’s for slackers, it’s fine by me. But I’m going to keep on doing it. You Can’t stop me.

It’s quiet. Aunt Sally continues to stare at her. She turns around, and leaves the room. She slams the door behind her. Hazel smiles, and looks out the window.

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EXT- AUNT SALLY’S HOUSE- AFTERNOON

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It’s about a week later and it’s times for Hazel to leave Johnson Shore. Hazel drops her last bag into the trunk of the car. Riley Mika Marcus and Audrey are all there to say good bye. She walks over to Mika and gives her a hug.

MIKAI wish you didn’t have to leave.

HAZELI wish I didn’t too.

She looks over to Aunt Sally.

HAZELBut then again…

They laugh, and hug each other. She moves over to Riley, who is trying not to get chocked up.

HAZELRiley? Are you okay?

RILEYYeah, I’m fine.

HAZELReally, cause it sounds like you’reGetting chocked up.

RILEYI’m not going to cry. Crying is for wimps.

Hazel gives her a teasing look. Riley finally cracks.

RILEYBut what the hell.

She gives Hazel a hug. Hazel moves to Audrey and immediately hugs her.

AUDREYIf you don’t come back next summer,We are going to hunt you down.

HAZELDon’t worry. I’ll definitely be back.

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She finally gets to Marcus, who she kisses passionately.

MARCUSI’ll see you around.

HAZELYeah, see you around.

She gets into the car, and waves good bye to them. The car pulls out of the drive way, and drives off.

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EXT- MATILDA’S HOUSE- AFTERNOON

It’s a couple of days after Hazel has come home. She is walking by Matilda’s house, when Matilda comes out and they spot each other.

MATILDAHi.

HAZELHey. I got your message.

MATILDAYou did?

HAZELYeah, I did. And it’s going to takeA while, but I will forgive you.

Matilda smiles.

MATILDAThanks. So, where were you this wholeTime anyway?

HAZELAre you in the mood for a really long Story?

MATILDASure, I don’t have anywhere to go.

They smile, and they start to walk down the street as Hazel tells the story.

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The End

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