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### **BLACK SQUAD: EPISODE 133 — "Shadows of the Past"**
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#### **SCENE 1 — THE MURDER OF THE WEEKEND**
**EXT. MUMBAI STREET — EARLY MORNING**
*Visuals & Setting:*
The fog is thick, hanging low over Mumbai's desolate streets. Faint yellow light spills from a flickering streetlamp, barely illuminating the grim scene in a shadowy alley. A lifeless woman's body lies crumpled against the cold, damp concrete. Her arms are twisted unnaturally, her terrified eyes frozen wide open as if she had stared into the face of death itself. Blood splashes the surrounding walls, smeared in deliberate patterns that scream methodical violence—this is no ordinary crime; it's a message.
Police officers tread carefully, their boots splashing in shallow puddles, unfurling bright yellow tape around the perimeter. The grim silence is broken only by the occasional distant honk of traffic.
A small crowd gathers outside the alley, murmuring nervously. The camera lingers on their uneasy faces before panning to the body, zooming in on the gruesome signature carved into her skin—a pattern of knife wounds forming concentric circles. The camera pulls back to reveal ZOYA stepping into frame.
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#### **SCENE 2 — ZOYA TAKES THE LEAD**
**EXT. CRIME SCENE — MORNING**
*Visuals & Emotional Beats:*
ZOYA walks into the alley, her boots crunching softly on scattered debris. Her face is composed, though her eyes reflect a storm of emotions—sadness for the victim, anger at the brutality, and determination to stop the madness. She pauses near the body, crouching down to examine it closely.
The camera shifts to her hands as she adjusts her gloves, her motions precise yet slightly hesitant. This case feels deeply personal, yet she forces herself to focus.
**ZOYA (calm but commanding):**
*"We're dealing with someone who knows exactly what they're doing. This isn't random—it's practiced. A serial killer who's perfected their craft."*
Her team approaches—SHREYA, RIYA, and MEERA—all wearing grim expressions. Zoya's authoritative tone sets the stage for their investigation.
**ZOYA (to team):**
*"Check every corner of this scene. Look for patterns—anything that ties this to the other cases. If we don't find something soon, they'll strike again."*
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#### **SCENE 3 — THE INVESTIGATION BEGINS**
**INT. POLICE VAN — LATER**
*Action & Emotional Beats:*
The van feels cramped, its interior vibrating faintly as it speeds through the bustling city streets. The team surrounds Zoya, their faces tense as they sift through crime scene photos and forensic reports. The atmosphere is thick with urgency and fear—every second feels precious in their race against time.
ZOYA sits at the center, her focus unwavering as she analyzes the details. Her pen hovers over her notebook, thoughts swirling as she connects dots invisible to everyone else. The camera pans to her face as she speaks, her tone both thoughtful and commanding.
**ZOYA:**
*"The victims aren't random. There's always a connection—something subtle but deliberate. If we find the link, we find the killer."*
Dr. Gupta joins the team, carrying a stack of reports. His expression is somber, yet there's a glint of hope in his eyes.
**DR. GUPTA:**
*"The forensic analysis confirms psychological torture before death. This killer doesn't just want to kill—they want their victims to suffer. It's methodical. Precise."*
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#### **SCENE 4 — FLASHBACK TO ACP QAZI'S LESSONS**
**INT. BLACK SQUAD BUREAU — FLASHBACK**
*Setting & Emotional Beats:*
The screen shifts to a golden-hued memory, a time before tragedy struck. ACP Qazi stands in the bureau's conference room, his presence commanding yet warm. Zoya listens intently as he addresses her directly, his words filled with wisdom.
**ACP QAZI:**
*"Leadership isn't about perfection, Zoya. It's about showing strength when everything around you is falling apart. The team won't follow you because you have all the answers. They'll follow you because they believe in your heart."*
The camera lingers on Zoya's younger, uncertain face as she absorbs the weight of his words. The flashback fades, returning to the present, where those lessons resonate deeply within her.
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#### **SCENE 5 — PATTERNS AND LEADS**
**INT. BUREAU — LATER**
*Action & Investigation Beats:*
Back in the bureau's operational center, Zoya stands surrounded by monitors and data files. Her movements are brisk, her focus razor-sharp as she pieces together the puzzle. The team works tirelessly—RIYA and MEERA analyzing phone records, SHREYA tracing the killer's movements.
Finally, Zoya's eyes light up as she notices a subtle connection—a local charity event where all the victims had once volunteered. She taps the screen, zooming in on an attendee list.
**ZOYA (with growing confidence):**
*"This event wasn't innocent. It was a front—a way for the killer to study the victims, learn their routines, and get close to them."*
Her voice grows stronger as the pieces click into place.
**ZOYA:**
*"Find out who organized this event. Who had access. The killer was there—it's their hunting ground."*
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#### **SCENE 6 — A BREAK IN THE CASE**
**EXT. ABANDONED BUILDING — NIGHT**
*Visuals & Action Beats:*
The building stands ominously against the night sky, its windows shattered, its facade cracked and forgotten. The team arrives cautiously, their footsteps muffled by the damp ground. Zoya leads the charge, her flashlight cutting through the darkness as she motions for the others to follow.
Inside, the atmosphere shifts—it's suffocating, filled with the stench of decay and faint whispers of the past. The killer's grotesque work decorates the walls, a psychological trap designed to unsettle them. Zoya's grip on her weapon tightens as she scans the room.
**ZOYA (quietly to team):**
*"Don't let the atmosphere get to you. We stay focused and move as one."*
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#### **SCENE 7 — THE CONFRONTATION**
**INT. ABANDONED BUILDING — NIGHT**
*Action & Emotional Beats:*
They corner the serial killer in a room littered with discarded tools and bloodied fabric. The killer's demeanor is unnervingly calm, their eyes filled with malice as they taunt the team. Zoya steps forward, her voice steady despite the turmoil inside.
**ZOYA:**
*"This ends tonight. No more games. No more victims."*
The confrontation is brief but intense—shots are fired, the killer subdued. The team breathes a collective sigh of relief as the cuffs snap into place.
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#### **SCENE 8 — THE AFTERMATH AND TRIBUTE**
**EXT. BUREAU — MORNING**
*Emotional Closure:*
The dawn breaks softly over the city, casting long shadows across the bureau's facade. The team gathers outside, the weight of the case lingering in their eyes. Zoya stands apart, her gaze fixed on the horizon.
A tear slips down her cheek, but she quickly wipes it away. The flashback of ACP Qazi's voice echoes in her mind.
**ACP QAZI (flashback):**
*"Never let them see your doubts, Zoya. Lead with heart."*
The camera zooms in on Zoya's face, her expression resolute. She turns back to the team, her voice steady.
**ZOYA:**
*"We're ready for the next fight."*
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### **SCENE 9 — THE NEW ACP ARRIVES**
**INT. BLACK SQUAD BUREAU — DAY**
*Visuals & Setting:*
The debriefing room feels heavy, almost suffocating in its silence. The faint hum of the overhead light fills the stillness as Zoya sits at the center, her hands clasped tightly on the table. Around her, SHREYA, MEERA, and RIYA sit in tense postures, exchanging occasional glances but saying little. The absence of ACP Qazi looms over them like a shadow.
The camera captures small details—a half-empty cup of cold chai, scattered files on the table, the faint scuff marks on Zoya's boots as she taps her foot nervously. Everything feels stalled, waiting for something to break the tension.
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**Emotional Beats:**
RIYA, the newest Sub Inspector, finally breaks the silence, leaning forward slightly. Her voice is blunt but tinged with desperation.
**RIYA (bluntly, almost accusing):**
*"Zoya, we're not a team anymore. There's no team without an ACP. Without leadership, we're… lost."*
Her words sting like a slap. Zoya looks up sharply, her eyes flickering with a mixture of hurt and quiet fury. She opens her mouth to respond, but the weight of the statement stops her. Instead, her gaze falls to the table, her voice caught somewhere between anger and self-doubt.
MEERA shifts in her seat, uncomfortable with the growing tension, while SHREYA glances toward the door instinctively, sensing the shift in the atmosphere.
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**Action:**
Suddenly, the sound of footsteps echoes faintly from the corridor outside the room. The door creaks open, the motion deliberate yet casual. All eyes snap to the entrance.
Standing in the doorway is a figure clad in full uniform, the insignia of authority gleaming faintly under the fluorescent light. Their posture exudes calm confidence, but their silence carries an unsettling weight. The camera slowly pans up from polished shoes to the unfamiliar face of the **NEW ACP**, whose expression remains unreadable.
The room descends into uneasy silence. The team exchanges uncertain glances, their skepticism palpable. Zoya's eyes narrow as she stands, her movements slow and deliberate. Her voice, though controlled, carries a sharp edge of defiance.
**ZOYA (coldly, suspicious):**
*"Who are you?"*
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**Action & Emotional Beats:**
The ACP steps into the room with measured steps, their presence commanding yet restrained. They pause for a moment, observing the team with piercing eyes before speaking in a calm, stoic tone.
**NEW ACP:**
*"I'm your new ACP."*
The weight of those words hangs heavily in the air. The camera lingers on Zoya's face, capturing her expression as it shifts from surprise to quiet resignation. Her jaw tightens slightly, but she nods curtly, unwilling to show any emotion.
Around her, MEERA and SHREYA exchange uneasy looks, their expressions betraying the uncertainty they feel. RIYA leans back in her chair, her arms crossed defensively. The team processes the arrival of their new leader in silence, unsure of what this change means for them.
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FADE OUT. TO BE CONTINUED.
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