The Purple of Life, scene 31

EXT. COFFEE SHOP - AFTERNOON

Andy, waits with two coffees. He sits at a table on the patio, just as Diana always does.

Diana arrives. Andy stands and motions her over.

ANDY

I took the privilege of ordering you some.

DIANA

(distracted)

Thanks.

They sit.

ANDY

You really didn’t sound good over the phone.

DIANA

I’m kind of going through something right now.

ANDY

You’re one of my flock. I care for you, Diana. Let me help.

Diana cries.

DIANA

I’m so embarrassed, ashamed, mad, scared...confused.

ANDY

Why?

Diana pulls out the envelope from her purse.

DIANA

These were left at my front door this morning.

Andy takes the envelope, opens it and looks at the pictures.

DIANA (CONT'D)

They’re disturbing, yet I can’t keep from carrying them around with me. It’s like...at least if I have them in my possession I have some control over the situation.

ANDY

Any idea why they were sent? Was there a note?

DIANA

(whispering)

Yes.

ANDY

What?

DIANA

It said, "you will love me."

ANDY

You don’t have to be scared, Diana. I can help you.

DIANA

How? The police said there was nothing they could do unless it happened again and some evidence was left.

ANDY

(quietly)

You could love me.

DIANA

What?

Diana focuses on Andy.

ANDY

Diana, I’m so happy you agreed to meet me.

DIANA

What?

ANDY

You are fantastic.

DIANA

(disbelief)

No, no, no...

ANDY

I realized I needed to woo you and show you how much I cared.

DIANA

You’re sick.

ANDY

I am persistent.

DIANA

You’re so sick. Stay away from me.

Diana gets up and moves back. Andy stands and reaches out towards her.

ANDY

Diana, wait, you don’t understand.

DIANA

I don’t need to. You stay away from me.

ANDY

I know we’re meant to be together. I’ve watched you for years now. You’re my soul mate.

DIANA

I never want to see you again.

ANDY

Please -

DIANA

Stop! Just stop.

(cold)

You’re finished.

Diana quickly leaves. Andy watches her go, devastated.