FADE IN
Act 1
INT. STUDY - 08:00
PETER is dressing a three-piece suit.
PETER (V.O.): I present myself in a manner that reflects the expectations of my profession.
PETER grabs a pen and a name chop.
PETER (V.O.) (Cont'd): I've to write the notes of proceedings. After signing, I like to stamp my chop to give a distinct impression.
Peter checks the time.
PETER (V.O.)(Cont'd): I'd be arriving the meeting venue well before time. I prioritize tasks pretty effectively.
Peter wears a face mask.
PETER (V.O.)(Cont'd): Professionally, I've to talk a lot and need to protect my client, the interpreter and others
Act 2
MONTAGE OF PETER'S PROFESSIONAL WORK IN THE MORNING
A. Interview room#1. Peter is talking to his CLIENT via INTERPRETER#1.
B. Interview room#2. An OFFICER is interviewing Peter's client via INTERPRETER#2 in the presence of Peter.
C. Interview room#2. Towards the end of the interview, Peter signifies he wants to pose questions via the officer and interpreter#2, and his client then elaborates.
D. Interview room#2. Peter and his client get a copy of the interview record signed by all parties before leaving.
E. Office. Before submitting his notes of proceedings, Peter signs it and stamps his chop.
END MONTAGE
EXT. STREET, KOWLOON BAY - 11:15
As Peter is walking leisurely towards a MTR station, we see his client catching up to shake hands with Peter.
CLIENT: Thank you very much Sir!
Parting, they smile.
PETER (V.O): It's obvious that my client is happy with the interview and knows that I've acted professionally.
INT. OLE RESTAURANT, CENTRAL - 12:30
Over lunch, Peter, his WIFE and a COUPLE are chatting warmly.
PETER (V.O.): When the couple visit Hong Kong, we'd engage for sure.
We hear the party chatting on many topics, from family to world politics.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): We've befriended one another for decades.
Chatting.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): When the trust is high, communication is easy and effective.
They enjoy soups or salads.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): Trust may take a long time to build but a short while to crumble.
They enjoy the main courses.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): A breakdown of trust in relationships can happen when someone acts in a way that goes against expectations.
They enjoy the desserts.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): Whoever is non-meticulous in small matters can't be trusted in important matters.
They enjoy coffees or teas.
EXT. ICE HOUSE STREET - 15:00
Exiting the Ole restaurant, the parties walk down the street.
PETER (V.O): When I was with Govt, I hosted many business lunches in the Ole restaurant.
Pausing.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): Since Feb, my wife has begun her pre-retirement leave, but she's returning to the office every day.
After parting the couple, Peter talks to his wife.
PETER: Should I wait for you to go home together?
WIFE: No! Don't give me pressure...
PETER (V.O): My wife has been a workaholic. I've to trust her that she's okay with the transition.
INT. LIVING ROOM - 21:45
Peter sees his wife coming in.
PETER (V.O): She's used to returning home from work around this time.
Act 3
INT. STUDY - 23:00
Working on a laptop, Peter inserts an AI drawing called "Trust Matters..." to a text.
PETER (V.O.): I'm professional in executing matters whether small or important.
Recalling.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): To be trusted is a great compliment. I've been exercising my best endeavour to earn it.
Reflecting.
PETER (V.O) (Cont'd): Trust matters the most.
FADE OUT
THE END
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