FADE IN:
INT. SKY RISE OFFICE-EARLY MORNING
We see the back of CHAIPIN; he is staring out of the sky rise office window. His hands are clasped behind his head; his feet are apart. His hair is a burnished red-gold. He is wearing shades and whistling to himself. A moment later, CARLI, a short, voluptuous brunette dressed in a short, blue wool skirt and black heels walks in. Her blouse is unbuttoned at the top. She walks slowly; her hips swivel smoothly with every step, like an old fashioned sewing machine.
CHAIPIN is startled at the click of the door when she enters. He slowly turns around. The expression on his face changes from a slight tug of a frown to a lopsided smile. CARLI smiles and walks over to his desk, dropping a folder on it.
CHAIPIN
I’m… sorry. I don’t believe we’ve met. I’m Richard Chaipin.
Just call me Chaipin. They did in the military. And you are…?
CARLI walks over to him and smiles, holding out her hand.
CARLI
I’m Carli Whitticker. Just call me Carli, they did at the temp agency.
CHAIPIN is stunned and speechless. His throat emits no more than a gulp and a swallow, which he isn’t even aware of. He is staring at her crystal blue EYES, so light they almost appear white. A moment later he chuckles and holds out his hand.
CHAIPIN
I’m sorry… I’m…still a little tired. I need some coffee. How do you like yours?
CARLI (smilingly shyly)
I’m good for now, thanks. Aren’t you going to ask me why I’m here?
CHAIPIN (VO)
I really don’t care why. I just wish we were at my cottage at the Bay right now.
Chaipin pours himself a cup of coffee and empties two sugars in it. He pours a second cup of coffee for Carli. She is digging through her purse.
CHAIPIN
I figured you were subbing for Cathy. Am I wrong?
CARLI
Just for now, yes. Don’t worry, you can say it. I’m a teeemmmppp.
CHAIPIN (VO)
Oh my God, look at that ass. I’d let her chain me up and PISS on me.
God, please fucking tell me she’s not married. Damn, what am I doing this weekend?
Did I have to meet with Mr. Marukito? Was that this weekend or next?
CARLI
Ch…Chaipin? Are you all right?
CHAIPIN (startled out of thought)
Oh, yes. Yes, I’m fine. Just have a lot on my mind.
Well I suppose you’ve already taken a tour?
CARLI
Yeah. I know later I have to send that Fax to Clearwater Tech.
But what do you need me to do now?
CHAIPIN (VO)
I need you to take off your fuck-me clothes and bend over that desk.
Oh God, my damn wedding ring is still on. I’ve got to take it off before she sees it!
CHAIPIN
Just take it easy for now. You can read the paper if you want.
I’m going to get some breakfast. Care to join me?
CARLI (softly)
Hmm, I…I don’t think it’s a good idea on the clock. It’s…it’s my first day.
CHAIPIN walks to his desk sipping coffee, and dials a number. He begins ordering food for two.
CARLI
Wow, didn’t know they delivered this early.
CHAIPIN (holding his hand over the receiver and smiling confidently)
Well, I’ve got friends in high places. Now, where did you say you were from?
CARLI
Oh, I didn’t. Sorry. I used to work for Mr. Marukito at Biomech.
CHAPIN is stunned, as if he were smacked across the face. He spits up coffee; his mouth is agape, and we can hear a heartbeat in the background. He quickly regains his composure and smiles, finishing the call. After he hangs up he turns away from Carli and stares out the window. His eyes close briefly.
CHAIPIN (VO)
Fuck! A spy. Keep cool Rick, keep cool.
You can get out of this one. I should have known.
How could they have found out though?
No one knows I stole the patents either.
We were all in it together. No one would have snitched themselves out!
Seconds later several AGENTS storm in through the doors, brandishing badges and identification. One AGENT storms around him and cuffs him, knocking his coffee to the floor.
AGENT
Mr. Chaipin. Come with us, we would like to talk to you.
CHAIPIN
ABOUT WHAT!
AGENT
I think you know exactly about what, isn’t that right Carli?
Carli scowls at Chaipin and stomps over to him. She smacks him hard across the face.
CARLI
Piss on you? You sick fuck! I wouldn't piss on you if you were on fire.
CHAIPIN
That was a hyperbolic statement, you little bitch!
It wasn’t meant to be taken literally!
CARLI
Liar!
The agents escort Chaipin out of the office as Carli gives him a long, dirty look. Chaipin walks with his head down. Two AGENTS remain behind going through drawers and file cabinets.
AGENT 1
Well, he won’t ever see the light of day again.
Wow, she’s good. And a hottie too!
AGENT 2 (chuckling)
That’s true. But be careful what you say around her.
AGENT 1
Yeah. Hey, I was surprised Congress passed that so quickly.
It used to be telepaths’ testimonies weren’t allowed in court.
AGENT 2
Well, they weren’t because who’s to know the telepath isn’t lying? But since they can project their thoughts as waves into machines we figured out how to record them. To simplify it a great deal it’s like she’s the tap, and he’s the phone line. All we need is a beacon and receiver. I don’t understand all the scientific mumbo-jumbo, but it works. You can actually hear peoples’ thoughts!
So now it’s permissible in court.
AGENT 1
Geez, could you imagine marrying one of those? It’d be crazy.
You couldn’t get away with anything!
AGENT 2 (smirking)
If you only knew. If you only knew.
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