Kamen Rider Avian: Season 2, Episode 4 – "The Heart of the Sky"
Opening Scene:
(The episode opens with the sun setting over the village. Alaric is walking with his friends along a scenic path, trying to avoid eye contact with a certain girl who's been making his heart race. As he nervously glances to the side, his friends notice the subtle shift in his behavior.)
Niko (grinning):
"Hey, Alaric, you okay there? You look a little... distracted."
Alaric (stammering):
"Uh… n-no, I'm fine! Really! Just… just admiring the view, that's all!"
Cira (smiling knowingly):
"Sure you are. You’ve been ‘admiring the view’ for the last hour."
Wren (laughing):
"I think we all know what’s going on here. Alaric’s got a crush!"
Alaric (face turning red):
“I—no! I mean, yes, but it’s not a big deal! No one has to make a fuss about it…”
(The girl in question, Lyra, a confident and spirited falcon, walks over. She flashes a bright smile and gives Alaric a playful nudge, causing him to jump a little in surprise.)
Lyra (teasing):
"Hey, Alaric! What’s going on? You look like you’re running away from a storm."
Alaric (stammering nervously):
“I—I wasn’t running away from anything! Just, uh, thinking! Yeah, thinking! About… stuff…”
Lyra (laughing):
“Uh-huh, sure. You know, you’re way more fun when you don’t try so hard to be nervous. Relax.”
Scene 1: The Jealousy of Sera
(Meanwhile, Sera, Alaric’s mentor, is observing from afar. She watches the interaction, clearly intrigued, though she masks it with her usual calm demeanor. As Lyra walks off, Sera approaches Alaric, who is trying his best not to look flustered.)
Sera (smirking):
"Well, well, it looks like you’ve got yourself a fan. She seems… quite taken with you."
Alaric (awkwardly rubbing the back of his neck):
"Fan? Oh, no, no! She’s just… we’re just friends, really. No big deal!"
Sera (laughing softly):
"Mm-hmm. That’s what you think."
(Sera’s teasing makes Alaric even more uncomfortable, and he tries to change the subject quickly.)
Alaric (nervously):
"So, uh, are we training today, Sera? I’m ready, let’s go—"
Sera (raising an eyebrow):
"Training can wait. You’re going to have to face the facts sooner or later, Alaric. And I’ll admit, it’s a little… funny watching you try to act like you’re not interested."
Alaric (mumbling):
"I’m not trying to act like anything…"
Scene 2: A Day Out
(The next day, Alaric and Lyra spend some time together. They’re exploring a nearby forest, looking for a rare flower rumored to have healing properties. Lyra is energetic and confident, taking charge of the adventure, while Alaric, still shy and uncertain, follows her closely, occasionally glancing at her when she’s not looking.)
Lyra (enthusiastically):
"I told you this would be fun! This place is amazing, right?"
Alaric (muttering nervously):
"Y-yeah, it’s great. Really cool. I just… I don’t know where to look sometimes…"
Lyra (laughing):
"Aw, come on, Alaric! It’s just me. You don’t have to act all stiff. Relax!"
(Alaric’s discomfort is clear as he fidgets with his hands and looks away, unsure of how to interact. Lyra notices this and smiles warmly.)
Lyra (gently):
"Hey, it’s okay. I know you’re not used to this kind of thing, but I like spending time with you. You don’t have to be perfect."
Alaric (blushing and fidgeting):
“I… I just don’t know what to say... you’re so… confident, and I’m… well, not like that…”
Lyra (teasing):
"You’re being silly. You’re just as good as anyone else. Just talk to me like you would your friends!"
Scene 3: The “Jealousy” Factor
(Later that day, the group gathers to report back to Sera. The atmosphere is light, but it’s clear that some members of the group are starting to notice the chemistry between Alaric and Lyra. Sera, in particular, seems more... amused than usual. As Alaric nervously reports his findings, Lyra stands next to him, flashing an easy smile.)
Sera (smirking):
"Well, Alaric, you seem unusually… at ease today. I’m guessing the treasure hunt went well?"
Alaric (awkwardly shifting):
"Uh… y-yeah! We found what we were looking for, thanks to Lyra’s help. She’s really good at this stuff."
Lyra (playfully):
"Aw, thanks! But I couldn’t have done it without my shy but sweet partner here."
(Sera’s grin widens, clearly enjoying Alaric’s discomfort.)
Sera (mockingly):
"How sweet. Alaric, I think you’ve found yourself a little more than a treasure today, haven’t you?"
(Alaric’s face turns bright red, and he mutters to himself, trying to hide his embarrassment.)
Scene 4: A Moment of Clarity
(That evening, Alaric and Lyra are alone, watching the sunset. Lyra breaks the silence with a soft smile.)
Lyra (teasing):
"You know, you don’t have to hide who you are around me, Alaric. I think you’re really great, and I can tell you’re trying your best to keep it cool, but… it’s okay to be nervous. You’re not the only one who feels that way."
Alaric (softly, looking down):
"I… I get shy around people sometimes, especially when I don’t know what to say. It’s just how I am… I don’t mean to be awkward."
Lyra (reassuring):
"It’s not awkward. I like how you are. You don’t have to change anything. I don’t mind waiting for you to feel comfortable. I like you just the way you are, Alaric."
Alaric (nervously glancing up, still shy):
"Really? You don’t think I’m… too… much?"
Lyra (laughing gently):
"No way. You’re perfect just as you are."
(The two share a quiet moment, both feeling more at ease. Alaric smiles slightly, the tension easing from his shoulders as he feels more confident with Lyra’s reassurance.)
Scene 5: The Group's Reaction
(The next day, the entire group is together, and Alaric walks with Lyra by his side. The others immediately notice how much more comfortable he is, though they all playfully tease him about his newfound relationship.)
Niko (grinning):
"Look at you two! I think someone’s got a little crush!"
Wren (laughing):
"Alaric, you’re blushing! You know, I never thought I’d see the day!"
Cira (teasingly):
"Sera, you look like you’re about to explode with jealousy!"
Sera (playfully glaring, but with a smile):
"I’m not jealous. I just find it fascinating how Alaric acts when he’s around someone he likes."
Alaric (rolling his eyes, embarrassed but smiling):
"Alright, alright, enough! Stop teasing me, all of you!"
(The group bursts into laughter, and Alaric feels more at home than ever before, accepting that his friends are just excited for him.)
Epilogue:
(As the episode closes, Alaric and Lyra walk side by side, the weight of his nervousness melting away. Alaric has grown a little more confident, learning to accept himself for who he is. His bond with Lyra deepens, and though he may still be shy, he knows he’s surrounded by people who care about him.)
End of Episode
