FADE IN
Act 1
INT. LIVING ROOM - 9:15
Soft morning light. A desk cluttered with papers. PETER reads an incoming email on his mobile.
PETER (V.O): Membership changes announcement?
Peter reads on.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): I'm a bit surprised with the retirements...One retiree is a Member of my Knowledge Transfer Committee.
Leaning back, Peter reflects on the past.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): Another Member who has her tenure extended will assume a more important role...
Recalling.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): When I was about to retire from civil service in 2014, the US Consul-General remarked: Who can replace Peter?
Recalling.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): Then, I sanitized myself for two years. From 2016, I've been doing voluntary work for HKUST.
Act 2
FLASHBACK
INT. CONFERENCE ROOM - DAY (2014)
Engaging the AUDIENCE, Peter (59) is dynamic in his presentation.
PETER:...Hong Kong, China, can create conditions to become an international intellectual property trading hub...
Speaking.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): As the Director of Intellectual Property of Hong Kong, China, I create public value by bridging the gap among the academia, research centres, and entrepreneurs...
RETURN TO PRESENT
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): I was passionate about my values.
Looking out of the window, Peter is deep in thought.
EXT. GOLDEN BAY - 13:30
Serene. Peter glides effortlessly through the water.
PETER (V.O) The current is pushing me gently.
As each stroke of Peter propels him forward with ease, he soon reaches the other end of the swimming area.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): Let me return to where I've started.
We see the current pushing Peter back.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): The water has become very heavy now.
Peter puts more effort to move forward.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): I'm feeling the strain in my muscles...but I hope such could bring years to my life.
INT. PETER'S NT HOME - 16:30
Sitting on a sofa, Peter connects the charging cables with his mobiles.
PETER (V.O): I'm so tired. I need a nap...
Then, Peter sees an incoming mail.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): Oh, yes, I've to consider and sign a thank-you letter to the retiring Member...
Pausing.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): Every individual's contributions, no matter how small, play a vital role in the success of a collective effort.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): The teamwork built over time creates lasting impact, even beyond one's tenure.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): I take good notice of the efforts made by team members.
Using a fill-and-sign app, Peter signs a thank-you letter.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): But change is a fundamental aspect of life, driven by a complex interplay of factors that influence individuals and institutions.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): And no one is indispensable, as his or her contributions are part of a larger system that can adapt and continue without him or her.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): I've already got a SBS after my name. It evidences that I've already played my significant team role way back when.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): I don't have to work in retirement at all.
Act 3
INT. LIVING ROOM - 21:45
Peter inserts an AI drawing entitled "Indispensable Reflections ..." to a draft in his Surface.
PETER (V.O): While individuals might feel unique, their contributions are part of a larger story.
Thinking.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): The themes of identity, value and change are universal, and we all face similar life stages.
Reflecting.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): I've been reflecting on my own role and legacy under the larger scheme of things, helping me to make informed choices.
FADE OUT
THE END
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