#theLIFEATL🍑 S3•EP01•ATL TINGZ

The scene opens up in Los Angeles, Sean’s apartment is shown and inside Sean is showing throwing clothes around in different piles on the floor. He jumps up when he hears the doorbell ring and he rushes over to the front door, moving his chihuahua out the way he opens the door and on the other side stands Mercedes.

SEAN WILLIAMS: ALICIA!

Sean grabs Mercedes pulling her inside and giving her a hug.

MERCEDES: Well aren’t you excited to see me?

SEAN WILLIAMS: I’m always excited to see you, duh. You’ve been so busy with this album and touring, you haven’t had time for little ole me.

Sean chuckles.

MERCEDES: I’m so tired, my last tour was just small dates but this one is huge.

SEAN WILLIAMS: I had got tickets for both LA and ATL’s show, I’m going to be in there like a super fan.

MERCEDES: You were always one of my biggest supporters, I love you for that. But what you been up to since we last saw each other? How’s Joshua and where is he?

SEAN WILLIAMS: Bad as ever but smart as hell, he’s in London. You know mommy likes to take him there during the summer, but he’ll be back in the states soon.

MERCEDES: I miss him, I brought him something too.

Mercedes pulls a stuff animal out of her Dior bag and hands it to Sean.

SEAN WILLIAMS: I think he might be a little to big for stuffed animals, but I’ll give it to him.

MERCEDES: It’s custom made and plus you could never have to many stuffed animals, them things could be worth some money some day, invest boy.

SEAN WILLIAMS: If you say so.

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SEAN WILLIAMS: Alicia was insane but in a good way, she was always spoiling my son but it didn’t bother me. Since his mother really wasn’t around, besides my mother it was good to have another strong female figure like Alicia in his life. But I was happy she was here, it had been a while since we’ve hung out and this catch up was what I needed especially with everything going on my life right now.

MERCEDES: What’s going on with Vincent? I see he’s not hanging around like he was last time.

Sean sighs.

MERCEDES: And this is where the bad news comes in huh?

SEAN WILLIAMS: It’s not really bad news because we weren’t officially together. I said I would entertain the idea of us possibly getting back together but some habits with people just don’t change.

MERCEDES: I never believed that he would. Vincent is just one of those dudes that will be stuck in his ways for the rest of his life.

SEAN WILLIAMS: I know that now.

MERCEDES: It’s good you know it, he talked a good game but in reality he just wasn’t the guy for you. I swear you have the worst luck when it comes to men.

SEAN WILLIAMS: Tell me about it, so I probably shouldn’t tell you about this new guy that’s been creeping in my DM’s.

MERCEDES: I think I may need a drink for this one, a new guy huh? Do tell.

SEAN WILLIAMS: It’s nothing serious right now, we’ve only been talking. But he’s cute, makes decent money and keeps me interested so who knows what can happen.

MERCEDES: Take your time with this one Sean.

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SEAN WILLIAMS: She was right, I needed to take my time with this one but the only problem was we weren’t really a thing, it was just conversation. That’s it!

The scene cuts back to Sean and Mercedes.

SEAN WILLIAMS: I will.

MERCEDES: So back to ATL for a couple months huh? We finally get to spend some time together and I’m already losing you again.

SEAN WILLIAMS: I got a couple shows out there and it’s money to be made, I’ve linked up with a trainer that’s going to help me get back into shape and ready for the ring, after all these years being gone I just wanted to make sure I’m at my best.

MERCEDES: I can’t believe you're finally getting back in the ring, I never thought you would.

SEAN WILLIAMS: It’s time for it, I’ve been gone way to long.

MERCEDES: Well you know I’m down for the return.

SEAN WILLIAMS: Picking the company is what I’m having an issue with now, so many good choices but I haven’t decided where.

MERCEDES: Have you thought about going back to your old company?, I know there were some issues towards the end of your career but you loved that place.

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SEAN WILLIAMS: use to wrestle for this company back in the day, Mercedes was also in the company too. But I had a good run when I was there. But when I decided to leave, I didn’t leave on good terms. Now I know I could sign with any place I wanted too and that was cool with me, but it had to be the right place.

Sean shrugs.

SEAN WILLIAMS: But who knows what will happen, I’m just taking it day by day.

The scene cuts back to Mercedes and Sean.

SEAN WILLIAMS: I thought about it but we both know what happened when I resigned.

MERCEDES: But that was so long ago Sean, time has passed and I don’t think that’s an issue.

SEAN WILLIAMS: Nah, at this point I want something new, a new legacy, a new start and going backwards wouldn’t make sense for me right now. .

MERCEDES: Life is full of stresses and you’ve made it this far, just make sure whatever decision you decide to go with, it’s what you want and it’s what makes you happy.

SEAN WILLIAMS: I always know I’ll get good advice from you.

MERCEDES: I know I play mommy a lot but remember we’ve been through a lot together. And I just don’t want to see you go down a bad path again, but I’m always here for you.

SEAN WILLIAMS: Thank you love.

MERCEDES: But before you go to Atlanta we have to hit these LA streets together, it’s been so long.

SEAN WILLIAMS: I’m free tonight and I need a break away from all this chaos.

The two laugh as they continue talking, The scene fades and reopens in the Luxurious Buckhead, Georgia. Cameras pan through the famous “The Shops Buckhead Atlanta, home to over sixty top designer stores. The view continues until we stop at Cynthia Rowley. As the doors swing open, model, actress, and stylist to the stars, Trinity Monroe is shown emerging with her friend Dy’Mand Moore. The two are shown laughing and talking while two men walking behind them with their bags.

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TRINITY MONROE: She's back! And bigger and better than ever! Despite what any naysayers and little whisperers have to say. Your girl has still been busy as usual. Still filming for season 3 of the highest rated television show on fox! star! My makeup line “Girls like us” has finally dropped and is doing numbers. A portion of those profits are going towards bringing awareness to trans issues that definitely need to be brought to the light. And you'd definitely see a lot more of that from me.

She pauses, adjusting her hair.

TRINITY MONROE: I am definitely flying in free as a bird this season. I've been off of the radar when it comes to my relationships. Men can be too distracting for me. And unless you are a girl like me, you will never understand what is like to date in my community. A lot of people have a lot to say because I may have been linked to a few names. But at the end of the day it's my life. And I chose to open it up to yall,so I got exactly what I expected and it's all paid dust.

She winks at the camera.

TRINITY MONROE: All and all I've just been busy, steadily working. Meeting new people, including my good girlfriend, Dy’Mand.i actually met her at an awareness event we both happened to be on the same panel of. We kinda clicked instantly. I found out later that she also lived in Atlanta. So we ended up linking up back at home. Feels good to hang out with someone that isn't about drama. Doesn't wanna fight any and everybody. It's refreshing.

The scene returns to the two

TRINITY MONROE: Girl! I needed this!

DY'MAND MOORE Who you telling? The only thing I have been wearing is sweatpants. If I wasn't shooting, I'm in pajamas. I'm tryna get cute for the summer. Show off this body mama!

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DY'MAND MOORE: Peace and love! It's your girl Dy'Mand Moore. Atlanta girl, born and raised. I don't come from success, or money. I earned it all. Not that I have a problem with anyone born into money. That's just not my story. Up until last year, I slept in the back of my truck. Talk about reads to riches. I made my living the way most trans women are “known” too. I made my money how I could. And I don't regret any of it. Many people try to use it against me. And a lotta people try to tear me down. But I never really let it bother me. I've been teased since I could remember what teasing is. And where in from, I've never wasted time with words. So if you aren't prepared to defend yourself as soon as I run up, don't think your words are gonna get a reaction.

She smiles holding up a peace sign as the scene returns to the two. The men are shown placing third bags into the trunk of Trinity's black on black Land Rover.

DY'MAND MOORE: Girl I want this truck.

TRINITY MONROE: I had to treat myself!

DY’MAND MOORE: Girl I hear you. And I'm most definitely gonna do the same real soon.

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DY'MAND MOORE I really look up to Trinity. There aren't many transgender role models. But I definitely consider Trinity to be one of them. She's living proof that my only way out is not laying down with a man for cash. A lot of people drilled that in my head when I first began my transition. They made it seem like that was the only choice. And for a while I believed them. But I have dreams. And now that Im finally starting to see them come to fruition, I wanna be a voice to those girls that need one.

The scene fades back to the inside of the truck. The girls are riding and talking

TRINITY MONROE: I think I want a latte. How about you?

DY'MAND MOORE: oh no. I don't drink that nasty stuff. I can't do coffee girl. I can do a nice bottle of water. I gotta keep this skin tight honey.

TRINITY MONROE: There's a Starbucks around the corner. We can get both from there.

DY'MAND MOORE: but girl what's been going on with you? I haven't seen you since the panel.

TRINITY MONROE: Girl I have been a mess… a whole mess. Let me tell you. We had to take my makeup off the shelves. I don't know what was going on. But something wasn't done right in the lab and it just wasn't how I wanted it. So there was that whole fiasco.

DY'MAND MOORE: but it's right now?

TRINITY MONROE: Oh yes. She's back on the shelves. I actually got you a few things too from the line.

DY'MAND MOORE: Yasssssssss! Hook me up! But girl I'm so basic. I don't do all that stuff. If it's not for a show, the most you get out if me is a good concealer and maybe a snatched brow.

TRINITY MONROE: Aint that the truth. Especially in this heat. It's too hot for all that. But the foundations are really light to the skin. And it's super matte so you don't have to worry if you do use her.

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TRINITY MONROE: I put a lot into this line.i couldn't put out anything I wasn't proud of. So I had to take it back and get it right.

The scene fades back to the two. Trinity's cell rings. Chanel's name pops up on the screen in her dash. Trinity answers the call

TRINITY MONROE: what's good mama?

CHANEL SNOW: Hey girl. What's going on?

TRINITY MONROE: Not too much. Just doing a little shopping. What's up lady?

CHANEL SNOW: I just wanted to call to invite you to my wig launch. Everyone's invited. So you have to be there.

TRINITY MONROE: Oh that sounds good! I need a new unit anyway. Just text me all the deets. I'll be there.

CHANEL SNOW: Alright girl. I'll see you there.

The two say goodbye and hang up

TRINITY MONROE: That was Chanel. You'll get to meet her and the rest of the circle if you want to come to this party.

DY'MAND MOORE: Chanel is the one that you had problems with at first?

TRINITY MONROE: In the beginning, we definitely had our issues. But I'm too old girl. We had a long talk and things have been ok with us honestly.

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TRINITY MONROE: Our only real issue was ever a man. And that man is not in the picture for either of is anymore so what's the point in being enemies. She's actually fun to be around when she wants to be.

The scene fades back to the two

TRINITY MONROE: I actually think you would like her out of everybody. She's into the whole ballroom scene. She vogue's.

DY'MAND MOORE: Yasss honey! Finally. It's been ages since I vogued down. Hopefully she's cool.

TRINITY MONROE: I see you coming well with everyone. Your personality really meshes with just about everyone.

DY'MAND MOORE: I'm just on chill. Good vibes only. I don't wear fake hair. But I am definitely down to go for the event.

Trinity pulls into the Starbucks drive through as the two continue their conversation. The scene fades and reopens in Atlanta, GA. The scene cuts to a stand-alone building and inside Trapp is shown signing some paperwork. He signs the paper and hands it to his Lawyer standing beside him and he smiles as he admires the building he just purchased.

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TRAPP: Yo what’s good world? It’s ya boy Trapp Dizzie, ha nah that was lame. I have to start over!

Trapp laughs.

TRAPP: But nah I’m sure everyone’s been wondering what’s been going on with ya boy and man have I been busy. If you didn’t know then I guess I need to catch everybody up. I’ve been on my solo shit these last few months because Jalen and I haven’t been seeing eye to eye. He’s off overseas somewhere ignoring my calls and texts, so I decided to leave the spot we had together and get my own shit. So does that mean ya boy single? Hell yeah!

Trapp shrugs.

TRAPP: I have nothing against him though, I guess the issues with Dallas ole ass is what ended the relationship but life goes on and so does Trapp. I’m meeting with my Lawyer to go over the paperwork for this building I’m renting out, I’m opening my own recording studio and label, doing big shit!

The scene cuts back to Trapp and his Lawyer.

LAWYER: Once I fax over these documents then everything will be finalized.

TRAPP: I can’t wait man, this is huge for me.

LAWYER: Atlanta is known for its talent and music, so starting your own record label and opening up this studio means a lot of money.

TRAPP: I’ve never own anything in my life besides a car, but my own business bro, this is life.

LAWYER: Now understand what comes with getting everything together, we still have more documents to sign dealing with city permits and once all that’s done, we need to get the contractors in here and start the renovation.

TRAPP: I have someone taking care of all that so I’m ahead of the game.

LAWYER: That’s good to hear, it’s nice your serious about this business venture.

TRAPP: I am man, this year has been a rollercoaster for me, good and bad. So this right here is a blessing!

LAWYER: Keep that positive mindset and you’ll go far. But I need to get going so I can get these documents over to realtor and start the process downtown.

Trapp and his Lawyer shake hands, the Lawyer leaves with documents in hand leaving Trapp standing in the building still admiring and thinking of how he can change it. The scene fades and reopens downtown Atlanta, Chanel Snow is shown standing outside of a small warehouse in red bottom heels and a short mini skirt, she adjusts her crop top shirt and pulls her phone out checking the time.

CHANEL SNOW: Ugh, Isaiah is always late.

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CHANEL SNOW: Today is exciting day for me, I’ve been looking to get into the club business and I wanted to check out this spot where I was thinking of opening my club. Since I hosted parties majority of the summer, why not invest and open up a club?

Chanel rubs her fingers together motioning money.

CHANEL SNOW: And I love me a new bag, I wanted Isaiah to meet me here so we can check out this spot but as usual he was running late, maybe a date?

Chanel giggles as the scene cuts back to the building, Chanel notices Isaiah pulling up and she smiles as she walks up to the car to greet her friend.

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ISAIAH WOLFE: I haven’t really hung out with Chanel in a couple weeks, she’s been busy and I’ve been busy too. It’s not necessarily a bad thing but with all my new ventures happening I just hadn’t had the time. She called me and asked me if I wanted to check out some warehouse with her but never told me what for so as her friend I’m here for support.

The scene cuts back to Isaiah and Chanel, the two hug each other and starting walking towards the warehouse entrance.

ISAIAH WOLFE: I’m sorry I’m late, I had a business meeting that I totally forgot about and Siri didn’t add it to my calendar like she was suppose to do.

CHANEL SNOW: Siri be fucking up, fire that hoe.

ISAIAH WOLFE: If only we could, but girl why are we here?

Chanel and Isaiah walk in and is met with dust and debri everywhere. Isaiah rolls his eyes as Chanel starts picturing in her head how the club would look.

ISAIAH WOLFE: This is a hot mess.

CHANEL SNOW: This is perfection and a easy fix.

ISAIAH WOLFE: A easy fix? What do you have in mind?

CHANEL SNOW: I want to open my own club and I think this is the perfect spot.

ISAIAH WOLFE: Really Chanel?

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ISAIAH WOLFE: I’m down for opening your own business and all but this right here would be a lot of work. I just hope she know what she getting into.

The scene cuts back to Isaiah and Chanel inside the warehouse, Isaiah walks around brushing his hand against the walls and counters.

ISAIAH WOLFE: It’s so dusty in here though, I feel like I need a dust mask.

CHANEL SNOW: Stop being so dramatic boy, I have the money to get this place back in order. But the reason why I asked you to meet me here because I was hoping you would maybe be a partner in this business venture.

ISAIAH WOLFE: Wow, really?

CHANEL SNOW: It makes sense and it’s a way for us to make extra money, Just think about it.

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CHANEL SNOW: I know this was a lot I was throwing at Isaiah but when I thought about the club idea, he was the first person that came to mind. I just hope he decides to be my partner and we go into this business venture together.

The scene cuts back to Chanel and Isaiah.

ISAIAH WOLFE: To be honest it’s not a bad idea and I’ve been thinking about putting my name on something whether it’s my own business or buying stock into another. I’m down for it but we need to really sit down and talk all this out.

CHANEL SNOW: I can respect that, I’ll have my lawyers send the details over.

ISAIAH WOLFE: I’m excited now, I didn’t expect this. I appreciate you even trusting me in going into business together.

CHANEL SNOW: Were friends and I love you.

ISAIAH WOLFE: But this place Chanel, I don’t know about it. Maybe when we have a floor plan then it’ll look better in my eyes.

CHANEL SNOW: I’ll send that over too, this is just a thought right now, not a decision. Anyway I have a photoshoot after this which is why I’m all dolled up but I was thinking after we can meet for dinner.

ISAIAH WOLFE: I’m actually a little busy tonight, but can we reschedule for tomorrow?

CHANEL SNOW: Busy with what? Or should I say who?

ISAIAH WOLFE: A friend of mine, it’s nothing major just dinner.

CHANEL SNOW: Your always so secretive about who your dating but I know I’ll find out soon.

ISAIAH WOLFE: I’ve just learned from previous experiences not to air out my private life, plus this isn’t something serious right now. We’re just hanging out!

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ISAIAH WOLFE: Even though Chanel and I were close friends, I just wasn’t ready to open up about this guy. We didn’t even know what we were, all I know was we were just having fun.

Isaiah shrugs as the scene cuts back to both Isaiah and Chanel.

CHANEL SNOW: Well whoever this guy is, wherever this goes I hope it’s turns out great.

ISAIAH WOLFE: Don’t feed into to much, I have a lot going on and a man right now is not in my eyesight. What about you and Rico?

CHANEL SNOW: We breakup every other month, but that’s my baby though. He’s in North Carolina right now for work, I’ll see him in a few weeks.

ISAIAH WOLFE: Sounds complicated, you alright?

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CHANEL SNOW: Rico and I’s situation was complicated, but at the end of the day no one ever said love was easy, if it’s meant to be then it’ll be.

The scene cuts back to Chanel and Isaiah, the two are shown walking out of the building and back to the parking lot.

CHANEL SNOW: Don’t worry about me love, I’ll always be ok. But listen I have to run, don’t forget about me tomorrow.

Chanel blows a kiss at Isaiah, she turns and jumps in her car driving off. Isaiah is shown still standing in front of the warehouse, shaking his head. The scene fades and reopens on St . Simmons island. Cameras catch a view of the beautiful historical island before panning through a bike trail. From behind we see the view of a muscular man, speedy through the trail with ease. As he reaches the end of the trail and rides out into the open sand, cameras reveal the man to be Zeno Barnes. He jumps off of his bike and grabs the bottle of water from the handles. He guzzles the water down, putting some other his head,. He then takes a seat on the trees, shielding his eyes from the sun

TRAZENO BARNES: Man it's hot out here!

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TRAZENO BARNES: What's good y'all! Pretty Boy Z back in the building!

He smirks, locking his lips

TRAZENO BARNES: Season three! Man time flies. And I've truly been blessed over the years man. I must admit. I've had a few downs of course. But that's life and we deal with it. But life has been throwing way to many blessings at me to be stuck in the negative. I just signed a major deal with Menstrong fitness. And that's been a big blessing. I've still been working in my acting career. It still hasn't taken off the way that I would have wanted to.i mean I've done a few small rolls here and there. But nothing major. Bt the grind is real and I ain't given up on it. So watch out Denzel.

He chuckles

TRAZENO BARNES: And everybody has been asking the million dollar question. what's goin on with me and Hadrian?

He chuckles as a fee replays and clips of Their mysterious relationship are shown

TRAZENO BARNES: Last year we moved in together. We were both kinda downsizing and our finances we're heavy into our investments so it saved us both money to be honest. And if gave us time to vibe and kinda re get to know each other. Shit is just so different because we were both so used to being so secretive about out moves. So a lotta times it still feels like that. But I will say. We still living together and we are rocking. So we're seeing where things go. Right now they are going in the right direction and that's all y'all need to know.

He chuckles as the scene fades back to the beach. Another biker is shown stopping right next to him. The guy hops off of his bike and sits it next to his. When he turns around it is revealed to be his twin brother Lorenzo. Zeno turns, chuckling looking up at him

TRAZENO BARNES:It's about time. I thought you got lost.

He chuckles as his brother grabs a bottle of water and sits down next to him.

LORENZO BARNES: Man I was tired. It's been a minute.

TRAZENO BARNES: Yea man. You slipping. Got married,.you don't even hit the gym anymore..

LORENZO BARNES: Man my wife loves me… beer guy and all!

The two chuckle



TRAZENO BARNES: Renzo as you can see is my twin brother. We're definitely best friends. But we both live two very different lives so it's harder for us to stay up. He recently got married. And I got to be the best man. But our dad didn't really like the idea of me even being there. He doesn't really agree with my lifestyle. So our relationship is kinda non existent because I choose not to live in the closet. I remember when I first told him. It was right before the show premiered. And his response was. “Just don't tell anybody. Don't nobody need to know what you're doing in the bedroom. “ Then he saw the show and we've barely talked since. He's always been a little embarrassed of me Renzo is definitely the favorite twin. He reminds me all the time. “When you gonna get married. Bring home a wife. You're brother is working on our second grandchild. Where are your kids?”

He chuckles as the scene fades back to the two

TRAZENO BARNES: How is your wife any way. And my lil niece. She probably forgot who I am.

LORENZO BARNES: Nah she legit asks about you everyday. I'm bout to drop her ass off on your doorstep.

They chuckle.

LORENZO BARNES: Nah but everybody is good. Married life has definitely not been the worse. You know dad was talking about that again last time we were over there?

TRAZENO BARNES: Maaaan. Of course he was. Daddy just better be happy I ain't out here selling dope.

LORENZO BARNES: He'll come around. He loved Trinity,.

TRAZENO BARNES: Until he found out she was a transgender woman.

LORENZO BARNES: That's not true. He still likes her.

TRAZENO BARNES: You always take up for dad.

LORENZO BARNES: I just want y'all to get it together. I'm not taking up for him. This is new to him. I mean not only are you bisexual. But you're basically a swinger.

Zeno bursts out laughing

TRAZENO BARNES: I'm not no swinger. I'm polyamorous.

LORENZO BARNES: I don't see why you need more than one. I can barely keep track of my wife. You want to have multiple partners. May the force be with you .

Zeno chuckles

TRAZENO BARNES: I'm chilling right now forreal.

LORENZO BARNES: I saw some shit in the blogs that you was fucking with some football player..

TRAZENO BARNES: I don't know why y'all are reading blogs.

LORENZO BARNES: Sometimes that's the only way we can make sure you're alive. We barely hear from you man.

TRAZENO BARNES: most of y'all don't wanna hear from me. I mean outside of you, who really fucking with me? Dad got my number. It ain't never changed..

LORENZO BARNES: Neither has his to be fair.

TRAZENO BARNES: Ask dad how many times I've called him. See! you always taking up for daddy.



TRAZENO BARNES: Renzo always been a daddies boy. And its nothing wrong with that. But he always takes his side. And he don't really know the half. He keep tryna get us to come back together. But I can't fuck with people that don't fuck with me. Blood or not.

The scene returns back to the two.

LORENZO BARNES: I'm just saying m it's time y'all put y'all shit aside. Dad ain't getting no younger.

TRAZENO BARNES: Here you go. I'll talk to Dad if the time is ever right. But right now I got other shit going on. And this some important enough to take my attention.

his cell phone vibrates. He looks to see a text message from Chanel snow inviting him to her wig launch. He places the phone back into his pocket.

TRAZENO BARNES: I'll get back to that later.

LORENZO BARNES: what was that about?

TRAZENO BARNES: Just one of my old friends I ain't talked to in a while. She's was inviting me to her party.

LORENZO BARNES: somebody you smashed?

TRAZENO BARNES: That don't matter!

They chuckle



TRAZENO BARNES: I thought it was strange to see Chanel even texting me. We haven't really had any real communication since shit went down between us. So I'm kinda surprised she s inviting me to this event. I'll go check it out though. Cuz its no beef with and her.

The scene fades back to the brothers who are shown continuing their conversation as the scene fades and reopens outside Bayside Dance Studio located downtown Atlanta. Legend Dior is shown inside the studio showing off some dance moves to his students, he does a couple more moves before sliding off to the side and grab some water.

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LEGEND DIOR: Ahhh y’all thought ya boy wasn’t coming back, well I wasn’t but after sitting back and thinking about it, I said why not come back and give the people what they want to see and that’s a show.

Legend chuckles.

LEGEND DIOR: But a lot has changed since you saw me last, I’ve opened up my own dance studio / photography studio and it all belongs to me. I saved up my hard earned coin and went out and opened me a business bitch.

Legend snaps his fingers at the camera.

LEGEND DIOR: I had a class today and it went real good, my students were really learning and I was hoping that everything they learned here they could take with them on their journey to success. Anyway I was scrolling through the GRAM and saw that Jalen was back in Atlanta, now Jalen and I always haven’t seen eye to eye but over the summer we kind of connected and squashed all our drama. So I asked him to meet me at the studio today so we could catch up!

The scene cuts back to the dance studio, Jalen is shown walking in and Legend screeches in excitement.

LEGEND DIOR: JALEN! ok class, you guys can hit it early today and I’ll see you this weekend at the same time.

The students gather their things and head for the exit leaving Jalen and Legend alone.

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JALEN HOLMES: Funny to see me! I won’t even get into all that but just know I’m here. After the drama I went through last year with my ex and Dallas, I told myself I needed to get away and I mean from everyone and everything. I ended up going to Paris and spending some time there, did a few fashion shows and almost fell in love.

Jalen blushes.

JALEN HOLMES: Almost fell in love with the city, the culture. Anyway I’m back in Atlanta for a few months just to visit some family and handle some business here. Legend reached out to me which and asked me if I wanted to drop by his dance studio, but I guess I was a little late for the show! Oops!

The scene cuts back to Jalen and Legend.

LEGEND DIOR: Bitch let me tell you when I saw that you was back in the A, I had to hit you up and see what you’ve been up too.

JALEN HOLMES: Staying out of Atlanta and the bullshit that comes with it.

LEGEND DIOR: I hear you girl, I had to hit it too but it was cheaper for me to open my studio here then LA.

JALEN HOLMES: It makes sense but I’m kind of happy to be back, I missed everyone, well my family that is.

LEGEND DIOR: What about Trapp?

Legend asks sarcastically and Jalen rolls his eyes.

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JALEN HOLMES: I knew eventually Trapp’s name would come up. I didn’t mind talking about it though, it had been months since Trapp and I broke up and just like him I’ve moved on too.

The scene cuts back to Jalen and Legend.

JALEN HOLMES: You tried that, you know I don’t speak to that man.

LEGEND DIOR: I know, I’m only messing with you. I guess neither one of y’all are worried about each other because it seems like you both have moved on.

JALEN HOLMES: I’m still single.

LEGEND DIOR: Oh, well Trapp’s name has been in the streets and linked to someone you aren’t to fond of.

JALEN HOLMES: Who?

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LEGEND DIOR: Now I didn’t want to be the one to break the news to Jalen, but he did ask so it was only right that I filled him in on the tea that’s been spread around Atlanta.

The scene cuts back to Legend and Jalen.

LEGEND DIOR: Well I heard that Trapp and Isaiah we’re messing around?

JALEN HOLMES: It doesn’t surprise me, you know what I don’t even care, good luck to them!

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JALEN HOLMES: I wasn’t shocked to hear that Trapp was messing with Isaiah. Isaiah was messy and known for sleeping with his friends exes or even the current boyfriends. But hey if that’s what Trapp wants then let him have it, some people are just desperate.

Jalen shrugs.

JALEN HOLMES: I wasn’t about to let Legend see any emotion spill from my body, my face at the moment gives off I don’t give a fuck.

The scene cuts back to Jalen and Legend.

LEGEND DIOR: I don’t know if that’s true, but peoples been telling me they’ve seen them out in public all boo’d up.

JALEN HOLMES: Good for them, Trapp was always into trash! Even the girls he would mess with were ratchet and hoeish, so let him have it!

LEGEND DIOR: Well I was actually going to tell you that I got an email from Chanel earlier inviting me to her Wig launch party, and I’m allowed to bring a plus one so maybe you should come and kind of reintroduce yourself back into the group.

JALEN HOLMES: I don’t want to re-introduce myself, those people were never my real friends.

LEGEND DIOR: I’m sure Trapp will be there and Isaiah, so we we can go and be nosey, see for yourself if their really an item

JALEN HOLMES: I don’t care if they are, but if you want me to go then I guess I’ll go.

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JALEN HOLMES: I was only going because Legend wanted me to go not because Trapp was going to be there. And as for Chanel doing a wig launch, it’s good to see she finally got it up and running, because everytime I visited the website, it didn’t work.

The scene cuts back to Jalen and Legend.

LEGEND DIOR: Good, let’s just go and have a good time.

The two continue talking as the scene fades and reopens in Buckhead, a very expensive area to live in Atlanta. The scene cuts to a luxury condominium community that is secure by long beautiful white gates. The scene fades to outside the gate where Jaser is shown pulling up to the gate, he presses the button hoping to open the gate but is confused when the gate won’t open.

JASER CRUZ: Where is the guard at?

Jaser screams hello into the intercom hoping to get someone’s attention, finally security walks up the car.

SECURITY: May I help you? Is there someone you're looking for?

JASER CRUZ: Chase Liu.

SECURITY: I can buzz Mr. Liu and see if he’s available and expecting company.

The security officer turns and makes his way into the booth, he dials Chase’s number.

SECURITY: Good afternoon Mr. Liu, there’s a gentleman here by the name of Jesus Cruz, wait maybe he said Jose.

CHASE LIU: Ha, Gordy he said Jaser and he’s cool, let him
Up!

SECURITY: Ok, my pleasure.

The security guard walks back over to Jaser’s car.

SECURITY: Ok Joey you can go up.

JASER CRUZ: Try Jaser next time my g.

The security officer turns and walks back into the booth, he opens the gate and Jaser drives through the gate and up the long driveway until he reaches the entrance, the scene cuts to inside Chase’s condo where he’s shown rushing around trying to get dressed. He throws a pair of basketball shorts on and a slim white tee, he reaches for his Versace slippers and slides them on his feet and he rushes over to the counter and lights up the three purple candles sitting there.

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CHASE LIU: I met Jaser through Tristan back in LA,, he snuck up on me like a smooth criminal and spit that game that would make any boy crack a smile, maybe a little blush. But he was on his way up to my condo and I look a mess and so does my place.

Chase slaps his hand against his forehead and shakes his head.

CHASE LIU: I just moved in a couple days ago and haven’t really had the chance to get everything together, but I guess it wasn’t that bad, at least I had furniture he could sit on. It was just messy that’s all, I just didn’t want him to think I was some sort of slob or something! I already was feeding to much into this, like I was acting if this was a date or something. We was just hanging, that’s it.

The scene cuts back to Chase who walks over to the door and unlocks it, he walks into the kitchen and starts pulling out fruit as the scene shifts back to Jaser who has finally made his way inside the actual building. Jaser can be seen riding the elevator up stopping on the 5th floor. Jaser walks out grinning ear to ear as he hides something behind his back before the scene shifts


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JASER CRUZ: So I’m not gonna lie, things in LA didn’t turn out as planned but all the pieces fell where they needed to. I got introduced to Chase back at Richie's little Hawaii getaway by Tristán and we’ve been talking back and forth for a while now. We’ve had a date or two I’m not gonna lie I’m feeling Chase and I can tell he’s diggin ya boy back.

JASER CRUZ: There’s something about Chase that just feels right. We vibe, we hang out. The homies like him. I’m at a point where I’m ready to take that next step. Though it’s only been a couple months since we started talking I think I’m ready to put a title on it.

Jaser smiles as the scene shifts back as Jaser is seen knocking on a door.

CHASE LIU: Damn!

Chase fixes a few more things in the house, picking up clothes and tossing them in the closet. He walks over to the door and opens it, welcoming Jaser with a hug. Jaser hands chase the flowers to Chase’s surprise. He takes them smells them and then puts them in some water and then in a vase.

JASER CRUZ: I hope you like them, they’re almost as beautiful as you, almost.

CHASE LIU: Thank you Jase, they are beautiful.

Chase blushes a bit before changing the subject.

CHASE LIU: Look, sorry my place is a mess but it’s just a lot going on in life and I haven’t had time to like organize everything oh and the guard Gordy, he’s a jokester he was only messing with you.

JASER CRUZ: I wanted to slap his ass.

CHASE LIU: Oh you too? It’s really nice to look at.

Chase laughs as Jaser shakes his head.

JASER CRUZ: Oh you got jokes meng.

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JASER CRUZ: If youcouldn’t tell by now I’m really digging chase. He’s hilarious, he matches my dark humor, we smoke and just postmates food, he’s into cheesy horror shit. He’s perfect.

Jaser blushes as the scene fades back out

CHASE LIU: So what did you wanna do today meng?

JASER CRUZ: I figured we could go walk around Centennial Park and have a picnic. Maybe go to the Cascade tonight and go skating at that famous ring. How about you?

CHASE LIU: Cascade sounds like fun. I’m not good at skating but we for sure can go.

Jaser walks over to chase putting his hands on his waist.

JASER CRUZ: No worries bae, I got you.

The boys go to kiss but are interrupted by the sound of Chase’s phone going off.

CHASE LIU: Aw it’s my mom, I gotta take this real quick.

Chase grabs his phone and answers it heading out to his balcony. Jaser watches on.

JASER CRUZ: Saved by the Bell.

Jaser walks out behind Chase on the balcony and kisses his neck before the scene fades out. The scene opens up in the ALMI Buckhead Apartments in Buckhead Georgia. Cameras pan up the high rise before entering a top floor complex. Cameras catch a view of the lavishly decorated bachelor pad before entering the master bedroom. Dallas Reed is shown walking out of the bathroom wrapped in a black towel. He walks over to his dresser, looking into the mirror. He winks at himself before picking up his brush to go over his freshly cut waves.



DALLAS REED: What is good ATL!! Ya boy is back, by popular demand of course. A lotta people wanted to see me gone. Probably still do. But we ain't even gonna get into that. As y'all saw, I had a pretty rocky year last season. As much as I didn't want to admit it, alcohol was definitely a big problem for the kid. I didn't know I had a problem til I was sitting in front of a judge, facing time.

Unseen footage of Dallas’ court trial are shown. Dallas shakes his head in shame

DALLAS REED: I just remember hearing the judge say three to five, or rehab!

He pauses thinking back to that day

DALLAS REED: ninety days later and here I am. I've had a drink or two from time to time when the time callee for it. But I mostly stay away from it altogether. I wrecked a lotta relationships cuz I couldn't put that bottle down. But luckily I did have some people that stayed by my side through it all and helped get me through it. And hopefully I can move forward and fix things with those that I need to and let go of some hints that I need to. So we'll see how that goes. Other than that I just been staying outta trouble. Working more. Booking more gigs. And as you can see I cut the dreads. I figured. New year. New me. Why not, right?

He chuckles as the scene fades back to the room. Dallas is shown pulling his jeans onto his waste. He fastens his belt and walks over to his walk in closet. He pulls a Versace shirt from the rack before walking over to his shoes. He picks up a pair of Jordans and goes back into the room. He tosses the shirt onto the bed and sits down. Hearing his phone vibrate on his nightstand, he hopes up and grabs it to answer the phone.

DALLAS REED: Yo what's good man.

His boyfriend Prynceton is on the other line

PRYNCETON WELLS: Aye. What up tho D?

DALLAS REED: Shit. Cooling forreal. Getting dressed. I got a lil gig this afternoon.

PRYNCETON WELLS: Oh word? I was gonna slide through forreal, but I can come through later.



DALLAS REED: it's no secret that Prynce and I got history. We kinda got into a lil something toward the end of the year but as crazy as shit was in my life, I couldn't focus on no relationship. That wouldn't have been fair to him. But he stayed around through it all, and i couldnt ignore that. We been fucking strong forreal. I fucks wit dude heavy.

He smirks as the scene fades back to his apartment

DALLAS REED: Aye. Why don't we link up after the shoot. I was gonna hit some stores up or something. Gotta find something to wear for my girl Chanel wig launch.

PRYNCETON WELLS: What you going to a wig launch for? What wig you buying? Lemme find out

DALLAS REED: Stop playing with me. I'm just going to support my homegirl forreal. She invited me and all the rest of the crew is supposed to be there.

PRYNCETON WELLS: oh yea? You ain't really seen nobody since everything went down last year. How you think that's gonna work out?

DALLAS REED: I don't know man. I didn't really think about it. I mean I'm definitely not going in on no beefing tip. All that shit is behind me.forreal. Hopefully everybody else is on the same shit. All this shit is old forreal

The scene fades back to the bedroom.

PRYNCETON WELLS: Hopefully that doesn't end in disaster.

DALLAS REED: It would probably go a lot smoother if u just came with me. At least if have one Ally.

PRYNCETON WELLS: I'm bout to have to start charging you man. All these crazy events you keep dragging me to.

DALLAS REED: Don't do that. You know you wanna come with me.

PRYNCETON WELLS: How you figure?

DALLAS REED:Do I need to remind you of the many times you begged to be in my company. I got the voice messages.

PRYNCETON WELLS: Alright alright. You got me there. I might enjoy your company sometimes

DALLAS REED: Yeah that's what I thought.

PRYNCETON WELLS: getting a lil cocky are we?

DALLAS REED: I gotta be with you. So you don't get too comfortable.

He chuckles

DALLAS REED: But I need to finish getting ready. You gonna meet me after the shoot right?

PRYNCETON WELLS: Just drop me ya pin when you get there and I'll be there.

DALLAS REED: Aiight bet! I'll see you see you later then.

The two finish their conversation and hang up. Dallas finishes getting dressed. The scene fades and reopens to the exterior of the LPGym building, crowded with attendees in a variety of formal and casual attires, with the sound of urban music echoing from the wide speakers.

The scene then cuts to the interior’s main office building. A wide space with a computer desk and chair set can be seen, before panning to a sight of Hadrian Ali in an all black tuxedo suit facing a bedroom mirror. He straightens his tie before it cuts to confessional cam.

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HADRIAN ALI: Whaddup, mane! It’s Hadrian Ali, back again for another season of The Life ATL. Life for me has changed a lot since last season, both positive and negative, but it’s worth focusing on the positives. I finally got my gym up and it’s open for business. #LPGym, yall go and check it out. I know my clients couldn’t wait fa mane to open so they could get a membership, and finally it’s their chance.

The scene cuts back to the grand opening where Hadrian can be seen opening the door from his gym to the outside, as people cheered him on. He tapped the microphone as the background music fades out, giving him everyone’s full attention.

HADRIAN ALI: Aight yall. Calm down. Calm down. I know you all are excited about opening the gym, but first I wanna say some thangs right quick. Most of yall here have known that I’ve put so much into making this dream come true. Somethin I can claim as my own.

So without further ado, Imma have my motha come up and cut the ribbon. She didn’t want to miss this opportunity coming here from Memphis.

The camera shows Hadrian’s mother Fatima, who is wearing a sage green maxi dress with short sleeves, step closer to Hadrian, kissing him on the cheek as he hands her the large scissors. Photographers begin to flash rapidly at the beginning of Hadrian’s historical moment. Hadrian’s grin widening as he steps alongside the ribbon with his mother, who grabs a hold of the scissor’s large handles, aiming it towards the ribbon. She finally puts them together. The ribbon cutting with ease as a large round applause erupts around the area.Hadrian gives his mother a hug before he is the first to open the glass doors into his gym, waiting for his mother to enter first while Hadrian and other attendees followed behind.

The camera follows as people enter to observe Hadrian’s gym, designed minimalistically with all white walls and encouraging quotes in black, yellow, and green stamped around the room. The two-letter logo, shown in black, can be seen at the wall closer to the glass windows next to the entrance. There is a section with 8 treadmills next to two stairmasters and six elliptical machines also facing the entrance. Behind them were various machines and workout benches. It ends with a receptionist desk and several pictures of Hadrian Ali working out hanging on the wall behind it.

As the camera goes back to the attendees, Fatima and Hadrian can be seen standing near the office entrance talking to each other.

FATIMA MOORE-CHILES: I can’t believe that after years of hard work, you finally built your own gym. I’m so proud of you, pooh!

HADRIAN ALI: Thank you, mama!

FATIMA MOORE-CHILES: I’m sorry Grant couldn’t be able to make it.

HADRIAN ALI: Oh no, it’s cool. I’m gonna Facetime him tomorrow and give him a tour. Ya know I gotta keep him updated.

The camera shows Zeno heading to the direction of Hadrian and Fatima

FATIMA MOORE-CHILES: Oh, hey.

HADRIAN ALI: Oh yeah, momma. This is Trazeno. Tre, this is my mother, Fatima.

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HADRIAN ALI: Tre and I have also rekindled our relationship after we revealed it at last season’s finale.

Footage shows last season’s finale where Hadrian and Zeno admit to being back together, then cuts back to the confessional cam.

HADRIAN ALI: With both of us being so different now, it’s like the chemistry has also changed, so it’s like we’re starting fresh and getting to know one another, but either way he has been a huge support system in getting my gym built, and I couldn’t thank him enough.

The camera goes back to the interaction.

FATIMA MOORE-CHILES: Oh, I know about Trazeno. It’s a pleasure to finally meet you.

TRAZENO BARNES: Same! I've heard so much about you.

Zeno lends out a hand for Fatima to shake.

FATIMA MOORE-CHILES: Oh, don’t be a stranger, dear. Give me a hug.

Hadrian raises his eyebrows in shock as Fatima leans in to hug Zeno. Her hand patting him on the back.

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HADRIAN ALI: Momma has always been hospitable, but when it came to my sexuality, she was always, uh...unaware about it, but I guess times have changed. I ain’t expect her to be so receptive to Tre like that. I mean, I know she watched the show.

The scene goes back to the gym.

FATIMA MOORE-CHILES: You look handsome, today, Trazeno.

TRAZENO BARNES: Thanx! Hadi been keeping on my grind. Haven't missed a day in the gym.

Zeno chuckles, jokingly jabbing at Hadi.

FATIMA MOORE-CHILES: Well, Hadrian sure knows how to bring the best out in people.

TRAZENO BARNES: Oh, he does.

FATIMA MOORE-CHILES: *nods* Well, pooh, your mother can't be around babying you too long. I'll just go around while you do the talkin.

Hadrian chuckles.

HADRIAN ALI: You know. Business.

FATIMA MOORE-CHILES: That's right. I'll be over at the house tomorrow morning though.

HADRIAN ALI: Aight, mama.

Hadrian leans in to hug his mother, giving each other a peck on the cheek, before Fatima turns to Zeno.

FATIMA MOORE-CHILES: Well, Trazeno. It's a pleasure to finally meet you. I hope to see more of you.

TRAZENO BARNES: Oh most definitely! Come over any time!

Fatima goes to hug Zeno before Fatima heads towards the crowd, leaving Zeno and Hadrian by themselves.

HADRIAN ALI: You good, mane?

TRAZENO BARNES: Yea man. Of course! This is your big day. Im proud of you boy.

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TRAZENO BARNES: I can remember way back when, all this man talked about was opening his own spot. This dude breathes fitness. I'm glad to see he finally made his dream happen

The scene returns to the two.

HADRIAN ALI: Aight, good. I know we haven't had the time to talk since I've been getting my business up, but I want to say, thank you.

TRAZENO BARNES: Man this is all you right here! Im just glad i can be here to help you celebrate. How you feeling?

Hadrian sighs, before striking a grin.

HADRIAN ALI: Yeah, I’m good. Doin good.

TRAZENO BARNES: I cant believe i just met your moms man.

HADRIAN ALI: *chuckles* Yeah, I’m glad you did. It seems she’s come around after last year. I wonder what changed.

TRAZENO BARNES: Maybe she finally realized the same thing it took you so long to realize…

He pauses, taking a second look at Hadrian

TRAZENO BARNES: You're still the same Hadrian you always were.

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TRAZENO BARNES: I've always been comfortable with my sexuality. And everyone's always just accepted me the way i was outside of my dad.I only ever hid it when I was with him. And i saw what it did to him. And i wanted him to realize how free he could be if he just let go and be him. And i think his moms had to see the same thing.

The scene returns to the two.

HADRIAN ALI: I am huh?

Hadrian and Zeno smile at each other while one last view of Hadrian’s gym is shown before the scene fades and reopens showing Kaliyah Kane is rushing around in her nicely furnished condo while preparing for a special guest that had finally gotten time to come and see her. She has just placed two glasses of champagne down on the coffee table when suddenly the doorbell rings. She becomes excited and almost runs into the side of the coffee table taking off running out of the room and down the long hallway to answer the front door. She unlocks all of her locks to open the door as the cameraman zooms in on Santana Ortiz smiling in greeting at one of her closest friends. Kaliyah and Santana bearhug in the doorway before Kaliyah invites her in,

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KALIYAH KANE: Yall, it feels so good to see my girl, Tana! I wish that we were closer than we used to be but at least we’re still cool and thats all that matters.

Kaliyah leads Santana to the living room while giving her a mini tour, taking her time so that Santana can get a good look at the place before they make it to the living room. Santana sees the snack spread Kaliyah has on the coffee table and she knows what time it is as she makes herself at home on the couch, eying the mini turkey and ham sandwiches, the bags of bbq Grippos and potato salad that Kaliyah had made for her.

SANTANA ORTIZ: Damn, I know yo ass aint go all the way to Cincinnati for these chips. What you do, order them off Amazon??? Girlllll let me find out you tryna use these to bribe me for somethin!

KALIYAH KANE: Nah nah, just happy as hell I was able to get you out here. Lord knows I’ve missed ya crazy ass but wit you havin the lil twins earlier this year, just thought it would be respectful to fall back a bit so you can tend to your family life.

SANTANA ORTIZ: Nah you fine, you know you n D always welcome to visit. Wit us in NY now, we never alone for real but not complainin at all cause we been enjoyin bein around everyone there. N when me n Jay gotta fly to Nevada to wrestle, Jae n his fam hold down the fort wit not only watchin our kids but they keep Phe kids too.

KALIYAH KANE: Thats because Jae says he’s Phe’s kids’ daddy.

The two women laugh at that as Santana helps herself to some Grippos and grabs one of the mini sandwiches. Suddenly something pops in Kaliyah’s head as she shakes her head while looking at Santana.

KALIYAH KANE: Girlllll why is your friend trying to push up on Jase?

SANTANA ORTIZ: Who?

KALIYAH KANE: Girl, that god damn Chow.

Santana only spits her food out, trying to chew slowly so that she doesnt choke while she laughs.

SANTANA ORTIZ: Oh shit.

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KALIYAH KANE: Just because I havent said anything on twitter doesnt mean I dont see nothing. I seen the way Chow been flirting with my lil cousin and I cant blame him, Jase is definitely a looker. But I know of Chow, that boy is WILD! Years ago, Tana and I went to a club in New York City and he was all over the place with his shirt off. Maaaaaaan dudes were trying to fight his buff ass and he was like, hell I’ll take you AND your girl. The dudes were so confused they just left the situation alone.

Kaliyah laughs as she shakes her head at the camera with amusement before the camera cuts back to the two women talking.

SANTANA ORTIZ: You know who I just found out he’s associated with??? Phe’s man, CW. Apparently they went to school together and are like brothers. I tell you, New York is too damn small for me. But yeah I seen him hittin on Jaser too. One thing i can say about Chow is when he’s interested in someone or somethin, nothin can stop his crazy ass.

KALIYAH KANE: Yeah, i see that! He is talking about dropping all this money on my cousin at Phe’s next charity event!

SANTANA ORTIZ: He does have money doe so he might get dat bid just yet.

KALIYAH KANE: Awwww look at you talking nice about him, I guess yall are long from those days you used to want to fight him, huh? He has money and used to talk about wanting to eat your ass, girl? Well why didnt you snatch his ass up?

SANTANA ORTIZ: Now you know good n damn well I was wit Ricky for a thousand n one years back then. Also, ion care how sexy who are or how great yo body is, any wild drunk person randomly talkin bout eatin my ass when they barely know me is a hell no. Besides, I dont cheat anyways.

KALIYAH KANE: Ricky wouldnt have let you anyways, with his crazy behind.

SANTANA ORTIZ: Right? Anyways, Chow is cool peoples from getting to know him this year after Phe and CW got back together. You remember, they used to date like ten years ago or whateve? But like a month ago, i hung wit Chow and he was talkin all about bein in love wit his boyfriend, wantin to marry him but after i seen him goin after Jaseer, I knew dat relationship had to be a wrap.

KALIYAH KANE: Well he better stay his ass away from Jaser.

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KALIYAH KANE: I dont have anything against Chow before yall think I do, I just know he is way older than Jaser and alot more experienced. I didnt know how wild he was until I heard he turned a straight guy out that was only curious about being with a man into only being interested in men now. Left his wife and kids behind and everything just off a one night fling off the dick, Chow better stay away from my lil cousin with his wild ass.

SANTANA ORTIZ: CW just turned 31 about a month ago so Chow has to at least be 30.

KALIYAH KANE: Look, dont make me have to roll up one your friends with the pepper spray and the hair tied up.

Kaliyah laughs meaning it as a joke while taking a sip of her champagne.

KALIYAH KANE: You ready for Vixen Diaries?

SANTANA ORTIZ: I mean i’m gettin there, i been checkin out condos where im gonna stay for filming. I know i’ll be ready for it doe, only person I for real am sorta cool wit is Arielle. Remember, dats the one who is seein Jason. Half viet mixed Jason.

KALIYAH KANE: Ohhhh yeah, she’s the one with that strip club, right?

SANTANA ORTIZ: Yea. I’m ready for any drama dat comes my way doe on the show, you know I’m always lookin to stomp someone out.

KALIYAH KANE: See, you are crazy.

They both laugh and focus more on enjoying the food as the scene fades out and reopens at the airport, the scene shows Miles Balenciaga pulling up to the arrivals section, he parks and sits for a second.

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MILES BALENCIAGA: Last year wasn’t the best year, I was involved in some unnecessary drama that didn’t really involve me but somehow I was involved anyway. Now that’s over, I’ve really been focusing on my own life, my blog website and getting my fashion line off the ground. Now I was thinking about moving out of Atlanta but my friend Tommììe J’Honnì actually talked me into staying, he’s an ex turned good friend and since he was new to Atlanta, I didn’t want him to come here and be alone, Atlanta could be rough and since he didn’t have family here, I didn’t want him to be alone. So today he was flying into Atlanta and I was here to pick him up, show him around and help him find a place.

The scene cuts back to Miles still waiting, a couple more minutes go by and finally Tommììe reaches the car, he climbs inside and Miles drives off.

MILES BALENCIAGA: You're finally here man.

TOMMÌÌE J’HONNÌ: I know, I didn’t think it was going to happen.

MILES BALENCIAGA: You’re here now so enjoy the moment, I figure you could at least check into your hotel first and then we can go out and see the city. But I don’t know why you want to waste money on a hotel when you can stay with me.

TOMMÌÌE J’HONNÌ: I don’t want to be intrude on your life, it’s already nice of you doing this for me.

MILES BALENCIAGA: I told you that you hold a special place in my heart, I know we didn’t make it as a couple but as a friend you’re amazing.

TOMMÌÌE J’HONNÌ: Thank you. But on some real serious stuff, you have to introduce me to people so I can network and find work immediately, I got money saved but I need for it increase not steadily decrease.

MILES BALENCIAGA: I’ve already put in a good word for you.

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MILES BALENCIAGA: Tommììe was a model, but he only did some small work back in New York, and even though NY probably would have been a better place to pursue his model and fashion career, there’s definitely work out here in the A for it, so why not expand your resume and work in different cities and if I could help him get his foot in the door, then I was going to do just that.

The scene cuts back to Miles and Tommììe still in the car driving.

TOMMÌÌE J’HONNÌ: That’s cool man.

MILES BALENCIAGA: As for meeting people, I think you should. I have a group of friends I may introduce you to, some I get along with while others not so much. But I guess you can determine whether or not if you’ll like them at the end of the day.

TOMMÌÌE J’HONNÌ: As long as they cool then we won’t have an issue, but the more people I know may help my career so I’ll take that risk.

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TOMMÌÌE J’HONNÌ:I wasn’t concerned about meeting Miles friends at all, I’m sure if he could deal with them then I could to. I was new in Atlanta so all I wanted to do was work and meet some people that could be friends and that could possibly help further me in my career.

The scene cuts back to Tommììe and Miles, the two almost reach the hotel.

MILES BALENCIAGA: I’ll let you settled and then we can make moves after.

TOMMÌÌE J’HONNÌ: Sounds like a plan.

The scene continues to play out with the two inside the car, both continue talking as the scene fades from them and to Dax’s confessional.

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DAX BECKETT: Hashtag Bad Boys Style is in the ATL, bruh. I been all over the world, bounced between the two coasts, but ATL? I never been. So when an opportunity to train this summer, while The LIFE ATL was filming, came knocking, I was not about to turn that shit down! So I finally get off my flight and grab a cab. Ain't no rest for the wicked, so I don't even have time to sit down and settle into my summer place. I got a meeting with my trainer right away.

We spot Dax Beckett exiting the airport and hailing down a cab. He gets inside of the cab as the camera focuses on his face. There is excitement and fear, hidden by his toothy smile as the cab moves along, catching some great views behind him as the light sparkles in his hazel eyes.

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DAX BECKETT: This is the first time in a long fucking time that I been away from my crew, or any friends at all. It's kinda refreshing, but I can't lie. It's scary as fuck. I never get scared, so I know this is something that will pass, and once I find a good yoga instructor to help me center my chi, clear my auras of the negative energy? It will be fucking on, bruh!

Dax laughs loudly, giving what will be his signature wink, sticking his tongue out the side of his mouth. The twinkle in his eye shows up as he runs his fingers through his deliberately messy hair.

DAX BECKETT: I will set this town on fire, and none of you will ever forget this fine face. You will love me, trust that.

The camera switches to Dax as he is pulling on a pair of red gym shorts over his jock. He turns around to admire himself in the full length mirror of the locker room. He clicks his jaw at himself as he runs his fingers up his tattooed stomach and chest. He pulls his white muscle tank over his chest, leaving it raised up on one side as he pulls his gloves out of his bag. He straps them on and tapes up his wrists as he walks out into a loud gym, despite being fairly empty aside from the cameras. Dax leans into the one nearest him and checks his reflection, ruffling his hair before whispering to the camera.

DAX BECKETT: This is gonna be a breeze. I studied my craft in Japan. They go hard there. Learn a few moves, and I'm golden, ponyboy.

As Dax moves toward the ring in the center of the gym, he meets up with a man whose hair is pulled back into a blonde ponytail. His square jaw jumps up and down as he chews gum. He flashes Dax a smile and extends his hand. Dax accepts it and pulls him in for a chest bump that immediately makes things awkward.

TRAINER: Daxton Beckett? Chad Wilson. Nice to meet you.

DAX BECKETT: You too, bruh. I can't wait to get through this training regimen. Get my ass sculpted, chisel that chest…

CHAD WILSON: Learning some fierce new moves anywhere in that list? Because with me, you're bound to pick up a few.

DAX BECKETT: I'm just gonna shoot straight with you. My boys thought this would be a good opportunity to train in a different style of wrestling, but I thought this was a good opportunity to get out of my comfort zone and rep Japan. Maybe we can teach each other a thing or…

Chad pulls Dax over into an Arm Drag and instantly applies pressure to Dax’s socket, making him groan as he reaches up and quickly taps.

CHAD WILSON: I know all I need to know, bucko. Let's just remember our roles, stay in your lane, and we will be just fine. Clear?

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DAX BECKETT: What the hell is old boy’s problem? “Stay in your lane”? Bitch, I pave my own lane, and it goes wherever I want it to go. But I do need to play along because I really want to get into shape if I'm going to be hitting up the night life in Hotlanta. Look at you! You all know what I'm sayin’!

DAX BECKETT: Crystal, big poppa.

Dax winks and Chad just puts his palm go his forehead as inconspicuous as he can. The scene cuts out to Dax in the shower. The steam on the glass blurs out all but his inked up silhouette. Dax finally turns the water off as he reaches up and pulls a towel off of the rack. He dries himself off as he wraps the towel around his waist and steps out, purposely leaving himself partially wet.

DAX BECKETT: Shreds for days, bruh. I can already feel the bubble butt doing it's thing. I definitely feel like I earned my night out tonight. But first, I gotta go get settled into my place, figure out the right look, and find the most poppin-est place in ATL for the community. Don't get me wrong, I'm not DTF but it's never too early to start locating options. Get some drinks, get loose, roll out some moves on the dance floor. It’s the A.T.L. baby!

Dax chuckles again as he starts to get himself dressed. As soon as he slides on a pair of baby blue Andrew Christian Show-Its, his phone begins to ring. He sighs as he struts over, showing no shame in his attire, or lack thereof. He leans over, showing off even more as he picks up the phone, seeing the name “Delia” flashing across the screen.

DAX BECKETT: Yellow?

Delia: Uh, you didn’t check in, bébé. Did he die? Did he get kidnapped? I don’t know, and z’is is what you do to me…

Dax picks up his jeans and slides them on slowly, making sure the fit is right before buttoning them up. Once the French accent stops coming through the phone, he takes a deep breath.

DAX BECKETT: You don’t need to worry about me, mon amie. I’m a big boy. I got here and had to go right to the gym with the trainer. I’m just now getting outta the shower. I literally have had no time to even think since I got here.

Delia: Z’at is no excuse, but I will forgive you because you are so precious. Now z’at I know you are okay, I can say z’is. Do yourself a favor and let loose out z’ere. A newly single man with no attachments, who is good looking such as yourself, really should go out and meet people. Have fun, but don’t be a stranger, darling.

DAX BECKETT: Okay “mom”. If you want to make sure I get off as many times as possible while I’m here, how about you drop me a list of places to look for some male strange?

A laugh comes through the speaker of the phone as Dax pulls a tight white tee over his chest before bringing the phone over to the vanity with a brush. He pays attention to his beard before his hair. From that point the camera cuts right to the middle of a photoshoot and the view is showing the photographer at work moving a bit from right to left getting different angles down. As the scene unfolds with the show cameras zooming who he’s actually shooting a Puerto Rican male with his shirt off and black hair down past his shoulders working with the red background behind him. He makes a few more moves himself to pose and then smile genuinely.

PHOTOGRAPHER: You’re giving me life right now Lio. Yes. Yes. A little more serious now.

Lio responds to his wishes giving a more stern expression while standing tall. The flashes continue as he makes it look easy.

PHOTOGRAPHER: There we go now give me some thug. Professional thug.

Lio looks confused at first then just folds his arms showing a more harden expression. The photographer goes off taking a few more pictures.

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Lio waves with a smile and his genuine nature shows with a deep accent.

LIO ESPINADA: “Hi, I Lio. Not thug either. Umm...getting better with my English so decide can do show. Hear great things about and I model for Quag Inc so I look to build and exposure. I am from Puerto Rico but moved to States. Have been here little over year. I not really know many people I stay home with best girlfriend Melanee when can. Otherwise work. I might not be good at this but just want say I not thug or anything. Did not know what meant by that completely but just give hard face.”

The scene returns with Lio giving the camera a view more poses and a goofy smile toward the end. The photographer cues time for a break which brings Lio to walking toward his station area to grab his bottled water. From that point he looks at his cell phone seeing a text he’s happy to reply to. After a few moments of typing he sends a text back and opens his water to drink. A few women walk past him telling him good job which he nods in thanks back to them. Before sitting in the chair looking around as wardrobe brings his next change of gear. As it’s handed to him he quickly notices.

LIO ESPINADA: Is still no shirt?

WARDROBE: No, no shirt.

He looks at the pants and boots and chuckles to himself.

LIO ESPINADA: Is there be one with shirt?

The man from wardrobe looks at him up and down for a moment pretty much telling the answer right there.

WARDROBE: Probably not. Definitely not.

Just brings Lio to shake his head and laugh a little more.

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LIO ESPINADA: “They never give shirts most time. It funny to me. I like shirts. What’s wrong shirts? They nice. What wrong shirts?”

The scene returns with Lio checking out the boots before heading to change drinking the rest of his water. Camera follow until he closes the door in front of them to the dressing room.

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LIO ESPINADA: “I right now look forward meeting people. May make friends. I not talk much unless spoke but I do like city so far from seen. I miss Mel times but she say I do work and is good. She worry about show don’t want me see trouble but I am good mind. I know we be ok. Of is cast I know Kali, she nice to me. Eventually meet others and hope they see good of me. Not really drama like I boring I guess. I just like watching tv and playing video games but I new to all so I will not be bother. I just smile...and say hi.

He gives a big cheesy smile to the camera.

The scene opens back up to a few shots of Cascade Skating rink. A few of the locals are shown getting down in the middle isle while kids are shown skating around. Jaser and Chase come into scene hand in hand as Jaser tries to help keep a wobbly Chase up both laughing in the process.

JASER CRUZ: See look, you are getting better already. You just gotta let got of that fear of falling. See look.

Jaser let’s go of Chase’s hand and turns backwards and then moves in front of Chase. He grabs his hands again smiling as they continue to skate.

JASER CRUZ: It gets easier I promise.

Chase smiles and starts to skate upright

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CHASE LIU: This was nice, it was different from what I was use to. My last relationship wasn’t the greatest but this right here, it was something.

The scene shifts back as the guys are now sitting done drinking drinks. Jaser pulls out his phone answering a text

JASER CRUZ: Look at that. Chanel is having her wig party this weekend. I got my invite let me rsvp.

CHASE LIU:: You sure about that? I know your guy’s history isn’t that good. From what I could see I mean.

JASER CRUZ: Yeah we sat down and got it all out. Yelled, Laughed, cried that whole bit.

CHASE LIU: And your not worried about any of the other guys you don’t get along with?

Jaser laughs shaking his head no.

JASER CRUZ: Not in the slightest. It’s a classy event. I can hold my tongue and it’s for a friend. I can’t speak for the others or the peanut gallery that all have shit to say now outta nowhere but I know with me and Chanel it’s genuine. That’s all that matters. Plus I get my plus one to ride with me.

CHASE LIU: You know I got you babe. If shit goes left.

Jaser smiles and leans in and kisses Chase.

JASER CRUZ: And I got you babe.

The boys smile and jaser stands up. He grabs Chase’s hand and nudges him to get back in the rink with him. Chase playful let’s out a sigh as the two boy head back towards it as the scene fades out.