INT. SCHOOL CAFETERIA - DAY Jane, Sam, and Aaron sit at a round table, eating their lunch. They laugh and talk, enjoying their time together. AARON So, guys, I've been thinking... We've shared a lot of our fears already, right? But I don't think I know yours, Sam. SAM (smiling nervously) Um, really? I don't know if I should share that. It's, uh, pretty personal. JANE (teasingly) Come on, Sam! We're best friends, remember? We've shared everything. AARON (supportively) Yeah, Sam. Don't worry. We won't judge you. We're here for you. Sam takes a deep breath, gathering her courage. SAM (softly) Okay, well, promise not to laugh, you guys? My biggest fear is... clowns. AARON Clowns? Seriously? Jane playfully nudges Aaron, shooting him a warning look. JANE Come on, Aaron. Be nice. Sam's afraid of clowns. It's okay. AARON Sorry, sorry. Just had no idea clowns were so terrifying. Must be the makeup and those oversized shoes? Sam lets out a nervous laugh, attempting to brush it off. SAM Yeah, yeah. It's ridiculous, I know. But they just give me this really creepy vibe. I can't explain it. JANE Well, Sam, you're not alone. I remember that time we went to the circus, and you practically jumped into my arms when Pennywise appeared on stage. AARON Wait, Pennywise? As in the killer clown from "IT"? SAM (nodding) Yeah, that's the one. Scared the living daylights out of me. AARON (teasingly) Well, good luck when Halloween rolls around, Sam. The streets will be overflowing with clowns. JANE Seriously, Aaron? Stop it! SAM (smiling) It's alright, Jane. I appreciate the support, but maybe I can take this opportunity to face my fear, you know? Conquer it, like a true warrior. AARON (grinning) If anyone can do it, it's you, Sam. Fearless warrior mode: activated. They all burst into laughter, their camaraderie strengthening. FADE OUT.