The Census Taker, Scene #01
**Imagine this:** A quiet afternoon takes a twisted turn when 18-year-old Beth Coleman finds herself face-to-face with an unexpected visitor. The doorbell's urgent chime echoes through the house, and as Beth swings open the door, she's greeted by a man who's equal parts nervous and insistent—Milton James, a census taker, complete with a lanyard and an officious air. But this is no ordinary census. **Picture the scene:** Beth, fresh-faced and filled with the confidence of youth, is caught off guard. Her parents aren't home, and she's clueless about the census. Milton, with his glasses and awkward demeanor, sees an opportunity. He's not just here to tick boxes; he's got a different kind of survey in mind. Beth tries to shut him out, but Milton's foot in the door is more than just a figure of speech. "I'm afraid I must insist," he says, his voice a mix of nerves and false bravado. **What could possibly happen next?** **Cut to the living room:** A cozy space filled with wealth and warmth, but Beth's discomfort is palpable. Milton, shoes off, is trying to play nice, but his awkward small talk falls flat. Beth's responses are short, her body language screaming her discomfort. Milton, however, is undeterred. He pulls out his fancy folder, his nice pen, and begins his 'interview.' **What starts as mundane questions quickly takes a dark turn.** Beth's answers are clipped, her patience wearing thin. Milton's eyes, however, are wandering. He's not just listening to her answers; he's watching her every move. **Can you feel the tension rising?** Beth's discomfort grows as Milton's questions become increasingly personal. Her legs sprawl, offering glimpses that Milton doesn't miss. **What's going through his mind? What's his endgame?** Milton's questions veer into territory that's far from official. Beth's education, her job, her volunteer work—or lack thereof. He tsks, passes judgment, and Beth's hackles rise. **And then, the most invasive question:** "Are you sexually active?" Beth's disgust is clear, but Milton presses on, his interest obvious. **What's driving him? What does he want?** Beth stands up, asks Milton to leave. But Milton's not done yet. He's almost finished, he says, just a few more questions. **Can you feel Beth's frustration? Her growing fear?** She doesn't sit down, her arms crossed, her discomfort renewed. Milton's questions about the house seem innocuous, but his innuendos are anything but. **What's he planning? What's his next move?** **And then, the request that sends chills down Beth's spine:** "Can I see the bedrooms?" Beth's exasperation is clear, but she agrees, eager to get this over with. **What's Milton thinking as he follows her, his eyes on her backside? What's his plan?** The tour is quick, Beth's impatience growing. Milton's interest piques as they reach her bedroom. He steps inside, his curiosity evident. He's not just looking; he's invading her space, peering into her drawers, her closet. Beth's discomfort grows, her impatience turning into anger. **What's Milton looking for? What does he find?** Milton stands, adjusts his glasses, a smirk playing on his lips. "Satisfied?" Beth asks, her discomfort palpable. Milton chuckles. He's found something—birth control pills. Beth's lie is exposed, and Milton's got her right where he wants her. **What's his next move? How far will he go?** Beth pleads, her desperation growing. Milton's questions were inappropriate, she says. She wants him to leave. But Milton's not budging. He's just doing his job, he says. **But is he? What does he want from Beth?** Milton wants thanks, he says. An apology. Beth sees an opportunity, tries to appease him. But Milton wants more. **How far will Beth go to get him to leave? What will she do?** **A kiss, Milton suggests. Beth's scared, but hopeful. She agrees. Their first kiss is quick, a peck. But Milton wants more. He wants a real kiss. Beth hesitates, but agrees. Their second kiss is aggressive, one-sided. Milton's enthusiasm is clear. Beth's discomfort is palpable. **What's going through Beth's mind? How far will she go?** Milton pulls away, his enjoyment clear. But he wants more. He knows Beth can give him what he wants. **What will Beth do? How far will she go to get Milton to leave?** Beth swallows hard, puts on a fake smile. Her hands reach for Milton's belt buckle. **What happens next? How far will this twisted census go?** **The stage is set, the players in position. What unfolds next is a tale of power, manipulation, and boundaries pushed to their limits.** In this dance of predator and prey, **who will come out on top? What lines will be crossed? What rules will be broken?** The census taker has become the inquisitor, and Beth is his unwilling subject. **What will it take for her to escape his scrutiny? What price will she pay for her 'crimes'?** **Don't miss a second of this gripping, chilling encounter. Witness the twists and turns, the power plays, the desperate measures. Watch as Beth navigates this treacherous terrain, fighting to regain control. Will she succeed? Or will Milton's dark desires consume her?** Find out in this riveting, edge-of-your-seat performance. **What will happen next? Anything's possible in this dark, disturbing dance of deceit and desire.**