Degrassi: The New Era

Season Three

Episode 11

"I'm Getting Ready"

Scene 1: Degrassi Community School (Classroom). Afternoon

Jaylin stands in front of the class, pacing around as he reads from a novel. The students are seen taking notes as he speaks. Emma knocks on the door as she proceeds to enter the classroom.

Emma: I'm sorry for interrupting Mr. Wright, but I need to speak with Adrian.

Adrian looks up from his desk with a confused look on his face. Lewis leans over to Adrian desk.

Lewis: What did you do?

Adrian stands to his feet as he proceeds to follow Emma out into the hallway. Kristin looks out the window to see Emma inaudible speaking to Adrian. You can see Adrian visible becoming upset as he breaks into tears. Emma steps closer and embraces Adrian as she tries to console him.

Kristin turns to Lewis hoping he would know what was going on, but he was just as confused as she was. Adrian storms down the hall.

Kristin: Excuse me.

Kristin runs out of the class. She finds Adrian down the hall leaning on the locker crying. He slides down the locker onto the floor. He covers his face as Kristin takes a seat next to him. He looks at Kristin and continues to break down.

Adrian (crying): He's gone. My grandpa died.

Kristin pulls Adrian into her arms. She begins to console him.

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Scene 2: Degrassi Community School (Hallways). Afternoon

Kristin is placing her books in her locker when Adrian approaches her. She closes her locker and the two begins to walk down the hallway.

Adrian: Thank you for earlier I know that we're not together, but it meant a lot knowing that you're still here for me.

Kristin: You're going through a rough time. I know how much your grandfather meant too.

Adrian: I have to meet the caseworker after school. Do you think you can come with me?

Kristin (uncertainly): Ad—

Adrian: I know that you have a boyfriend, but you are the only person I have.

Kristin pauses to think about what Adrian is asking of her.

Kristin: I will talk to Caleb.

Adrian smiles as he hugs Kristin.

Adrian: Thank you.

Adrian walks off. Kristin smiles and continues to walk down the halls. Belle enters the school and begins to walk down the hall. She notices that Shay is leaned against her locker as Lewis stands there talking with a smile on his face. She grows jealous seeing Shay touching his arm. Lewis walks off. Belle approaches Shay.

Belle: You and Lewis look very friendly.

Shay: We're friends. I didn't think that would be a problem.

Shay begins to walk down the hall with Belle following behind.

Belle: What about Maxwell? I thought you two were dating.

Shay pauses and turns to Belle.

Shay: I'm friends with Maxwell also. Why does this matter all the sudden? Are you jealous? It's not very cute Belle.

Belle is speechless as Shay walks continues to walk by her.

Scene 3: Spinner Apartment. Afternoon

Spinner opens the door after hearing a knock. Emma is waiting with a smile on her face, but Spinner becomes uneasy.

Spinner: What are you doing here Em?

Emma: I just wanted to talk.

Spinner: Is Gavin okay?

Emma: Yeah, he's fine. I wanted to talk about us. Can I come in?

Spinner: It's not the best time…

Emma looks confused as she notices how Spinner keeps looking back into his apartment. Emma pushes the door open, but nothing is in sight. A woman walks out from the back wearing a long t-shirt that might have been Spinner. Emma is broken at the sight of the woman and tears begin to fall down her face.

Emma dashes off. Spinner quickly chases behind her.

Spinner (shouting): Emma! Emma! Emma! Can you wait for a second?

Spinner grabs Emma's arm preventing her from leaving.

Emma: I know things haven't been the best between us, but I never thought you would cheat on me?

Spinner (furious): Cheat? Are you serious Emma? You've been seeing Jaylin for months now and I never said one thing about it.

Emma: Jaylin and I are just friends! I haven't done anything that would compromise our marriage. I want you out of the house for good Spinner!

Emma snatches her arms from Spinner and storms off feeling wounded.

Scene 4. Social Worker Office. Afternoon

Adrian is sitting in the hallway on a bench fidgeting with nervousness as he waits to hear his fate. Kristin is seen walking down the hall approaching Adrian. Adrian rises from the bench and race over and hugs Kristin.

Adrian (relieved): Thank you for coming.

Kristin: No problem. Have you heard anything yet?

Adrian and Kristin take a seat on the bench.

Adrian: Not yet. The caseworker is still inside talking to my dad and the judge. My dad is claiming that he's changed. He said things will be different this time around.

Adrian tries to grab and hold Kristin's hand, but she pulls away.

Kristin: He's your only relative here. If you move then you might be held back another year. You would have to say goodbye to all your friends at Degrassi. Think about Dev and Lewis. They would miss you if you leave.

Adrian: Would you miss me if I left?

The caseworker steps from outside the office. Adrian and Kristin rise up from the bench.

Caseworker: Since you turn 18 in a few days you will be considered an adult. With that said you're allowed to do whatever you please.

Adrian: Does that mean I won't have to live with my father.

Caseworker: Correct. Your grandfather left you his house, so you will continue to have a place to stay, but it's not yours until your 18th birthday.

Adrian smiles and turns to Kristin. Jacob, Adrian's father steps out of the office. He proceeds to walk over to Adrian.

Jacob: Can I get a minute alone with my boy?

Adrian nods, which leads the caseworker and Kristin to step away.

Adrian: What do you want dad?

Jacob: I just wanted to tell you that I'm sorry and that I have changed.

Adrian: Not the first time you told me that. You think just because you get a job and clean yourself up that I can just forgive the years of abuse!

Jacob: I know that I probably have scarred you for life, but I am trying to make things right. I want to be apart of your life if you let me.

Jacob walks closer to Adrian who begins to tense up thinking that he was going to be hurt. Jacob embraces his son and proceeds to walk off.

Scene 5: Mason's Home. Morning

Jack is sitting at the table eating his breakfast in silence. Spinner walks through the door and notices Jack.

Spinner: Morning buddy.

Jack ignores Spinner and continues to eat. Spinner takes a seat.

Spinner: I know I haven't been around much, but I want you to know that I still love your sister and I will always be around if you need me.

Jack: I know that Spin. I just wish you could come home.

Spinner: I will be soon. Emma and I just have to figure things out.

Jack: I should get to school.

Jack grabs his things and proceeds to walk out of the door.

Scene 6: Degrassi Community School (Gymnasium). Morning

Lewis has his arms wrapped around Shay. They move closer to each other as if they were going to kiss. Belle is watching from outside in the halls. She storms into the gym interrupting Shay and Lewis who become upset.

Belle: Just friends right! You're trying to Lewis for yourself!

Lewis and Shay (puzzled): What?

Belle: I thought you were supposed to be my friend Shay!

Lewis: We broke up months ago Belle. What I do and who I do it with does not concern you.

Shay: I told you that we are just friends. Lewis is one of Degrassi's best dancers and he needed my help for a competition.

Belle looks at the two and becomes embarrassed.

Belle: Why did you just tell me that?

Lewis: I don't want everyone to know that I ballroom dance.

Belle: I'm sorry Lewis.

Lewis: Just leave me alone Belle!

Lewis walks away. Shay shakes her head and follows behind Lewis.

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