EXT. BY THE ROADSIDE. DAY.

Kantogirl abruptly stops walking upon hearing alarm sound coming from inside backpack. Traffic noises all around. It is a sweltering Manila afternoon:

Kantogirl: Say that again?

M. Headwriter: They want to get Ate Guy for that episode you're writing.

Kantogirl: Say what?

M. Headwriter: [muffled response}...due on Thursday...[muffled muffled]

Kantogirl: [turning off phone, mumbling] Hot damn.