Panel 1: Introduction
- Scene: Alex, a foreign student, stands in front of an ancient Japanese temple, looking curious and excited. The temple is surrounded by lush greenery, and a gentle breeze rustles through the leaves. The scene has a warm, inviting atmosphere, with the sun casting soft, golden light.
- Dialogue:
- Alex: “Today, I’m going to try zazen meditation!”
Panel 2: Instruction
- Scene: Alex sits in a traditional Japanese temple in a seated meditation pose with an elderly, kind-looking monk next to him. The monk is gently instructing Alex, who is trying to focus on his breathing.
- Dialogue:
- Monk: “Quiet your mind and become one with the moment.”
Panel 3: Distraction
- Scene: Alex, with his eyes closed, sits in meditation. A cat quietly approaches him with a playful and curious expression. The scene is set in the temple interior, with tatami mats, sliding paper doors, and soft, warm lighting.
- Dialogue:
- Alex (thinking): “Focus… focus… but I can feel the cat!”
Panel 4: Enlightenment
- Scene: Alex smiles as the cat sits comfortably on his lap while he remains in the meditation pose. The elderly monk watches with a gentle smile, and the scene exudes a warm, friendly atmosphere.
- Dialogue:
- Monk: “The cat is part of the meditation. Relaxing is the key.”
- Alex: “Zazen is so much fun!”
