INT. SCHOOL HALLWAY - DAY Jane, Sam, and Aaron are standing together, talking and laughing. Their attention is suddenly drawn to a commotion nearby. NEW GIRL (16), wearing a Pokemon-themed backpack and Pikachu hoodie, rushes past them with excitement in her eyes. NEW GIRL (to herself, enthusiastically) Gotta catch 'em all! Pokemon are out there, waiting for me! Jane smirks, nudging Sam and Aaron playfully. JANE (into Sam's ear) Looks like we've got a new Pokemon fanatic in town! SAM (grinning) That's an understatement. I think she believes Pikachu would make a perfect pet! AARON (amused) Please tell me she's not serious. Pokemon are cool, but come on! NEW GIRL overhears their conversation and walks over, an eager smile plastered on her face. NEW GIRL (excitedly) Hey! Are you guys talking about Pokemon? JANE (teasing) We were just saying how adorable a Charizard would be as a house pet. Sam chuckles while Aaron tries to keep a straight face. NEW GIRL (passionate) You guys don't understand! Pokemon isn't just a game or a show. It's a way of life! They are real, I swear! Jane, Sam, and Aaron exchange uncertain glances but continue to humor her. JANE (skeptical) Oh really? So, where have you seen these real-life Pokemon? NEW GIRL (convinced) Everywhere! I've spotted Pikachu hiding in bushes, Eevee in my backyard, and once, I even saw a Charmander flickering in the distance! Aaron, unable to keep quiet any longer, bursts into laughter, clutching his stomach. AARON (giggling) Sorry, but I think you might need to lay off all that Pokemon training. Jane, Sam, and Aaron erupt into laughter, finding the situation comical. SAM (jokingly) Maybe we should introduce her to Professor Oak. He'll be blown away by her discoveries! NEW GIRL (defensive) You'll see, one day I'll prove it to all of you! Pokemon are real! As the bell rings, they all start walking towards their respective classes, still laughing. JANE (still amused) Alright, challenge accepted! I can't wait to meet your Pikachu one day! They say their goodbyes, the newfound friendship being sealed by a shared love of laughter and imagination. FADE OUT.