#theLIFEATL S1 || Episode 001 || Welcome To Hotlanta

 

ISAIAH WOLFE: 

They say ATL is the place to be, it's so much money that can be made here, so I’m sure people are wondering why I chose ATL instead of Cali, the opportunity really. They say ATL is overly crowded and that so much drama can go down in the A, but what do you think CALI is? It’s worst. I really wanted to give ATL a try just to see what I could do here, hell you never know ATL could be the next home for me these next few years well at least until I accomplish what I want here and then move on. 

Isaiah smiles. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: 

I need a place because I was not about to live out of a suitcase in someone's hotel, I asked my brother Hassan to meet me in ATL so he can help me find the perfect place. 

The scene opens up in Buckhead, a wealthy community where ballplayers, reality stars and musicians tend to live, Isaiah is shown pulling up to a home he was looking at online, inside the car his brother Hassan is showing snacking on some twizzlers and drinking a juice. 

Hassan Wolfe: Man this place is huge, why do you need all that space especially if it’s just you. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: You already know I need space, I have a lot of stuff. 

Hassan Wolfe: Not enough to fill this mansion yo, this is a waste of money. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: Can we at least go in and take a look, the pictures online made it seem like this could be my next dream home. 

Hassan Wolfe: But I thought you wanted to live in California? 

ISAIAH WOLFE: I mean Cali is good, but I think ATL is where I need to start off at, I have so many connects here that the networking would be a lot easier. 

Hassan Wolfe: I already told you I could have Alex hook up with some of her promoters and agents, she could get work just like that. 

Isaiah shakes his head. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: But I want to do it on my own, I don’t want people to have the satisfaction in saying they helped me do something, I want my career to flourish because of what I did, not someone else. 

Hassan Wolfe: Whatever you say bro, I just think it's a waste of money. 

The scene cuts to a confessional. 

 

ISAIAH WOLFE: 

I understood why Hassan was worried, but I got this. I was looking at this purchase as an investment, whenever I decide to move to Cali, I could always rent this property out or maybe resell, so I have options. 

The scene cuts back to Hassan Isaiah. 

Hassan Wolfe: I will say this place will be good for parties though, you know how many chicks I could bring here and go crazy with. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: Uhh what about Alex J? 

Hassan Wolfe: What about her? 

ISAIAH WOLFE: I mean do I have to remind you that you two almost started a family, or did you forget about that? 

Hassan Wolfe: I try to, but you bringing it up every other day makes it hard, look me and Alex cool, we just going through some things right now, I’m sure if it's meant to be we’ll find ourselves back to each other. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: Typical love story. 

Hassan Wolfe: Well you need a love story, what’s going on with you though? I mean the last time I seen you talk about a dude or even going on a date was so long ago. 

The scene cuts to a confessional. 

 

ISAIAH WOLFE: 

DATE? I can’t even remember what the hell dating is, dudes these days be so focused on the next butt they can plow that they can’t even commit to a real relationship. I would like one, but the way my life is set up at the moment I wouldn’t be able to handle that. 

The scene cuts back to Isaiah and Hassan. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: I mean I don’t know what will happen, I’m single now, I’m enjoying being single so who knows. I wouldn’t turn down a relationship because Lord knows I want one, but you already know I’m not settling for just any ole’ dude. 

Hassan Wolfe: That’s the issue. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: Well I guess it’ll be an issue until I decide to change. 

Hassan Wolfe: Well whatever man I just want you to be happy, I’m your brother so I’m going to look out for you regardless, but look the realtor is pulling up so let's get inside and look at this place. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: I already think I’m sold on it. 

Isaiah smiles as the two exit out of the car, they meet up with the realtor and make their way inside of the home as the scene fades to black. 

The scene reopens up at Mixx Nightclub, a local gay club in the city. Inside Chanel Snow is shown running around, digging through different bags trying to find the right clothes for her show tonight, she makes her way in the backroom where another suitcase lays and she starts digging through that one, the scene cuts to a confessional. 

 

CHANEL SNOW: 

HELLO WORLD, it’s ya girl Chanel Snow, a.k.a. Malachi, if you don’t know who I am then that’s your own fault because honey I am one of the TOP and BEST drag queens in the UNITED STATES and if anyone tells you different then their a damn lie. 

Chanel winks at that the camera. 

CHANEL SNOW: 

I am ready to turn up and really show the world my life and how I get down, maybe open their eyes a little to some of the issues we have going on in the world. Even though I am a entertainer, I still try my best to give back and to help people not only in my own community, but the world. 

Chanel smiles. 

CHANEL SNOW: 

Tonight I’m doing a drag show at club Mixx, I don’t know why I was so nervous tonight when I’ve made numerous appearances at this club, maybe I was nervous because all my family was going to be in the building, who knows but all I know was I am ready for this night to come and go. 

The scene cuts back to inside the club, Chanel is shown standing in the back talking to another one of her drag friends Raja Cox. 

RAJA COX: I am so excited you're performing girl, I think it's been like 2 years since you’ve performed here. 

CHANEL SNOW: Chile when you making money, you can’t appear at every club appearance. 

RAJA COX: Well it’s good that your back. 

CHANEL SNOW: I’m happy I’m back to, I’m ready to see old faces, new faces and make some money girl. 

RAJA COX: Well what you been up to since the last time I saw you? 

CHANEL SNOW: Working girl that’s all I do, I need a break so bad but the money just to good. 

RAJA COX: Well you have to remember that it's not always about money girl, you need some time to relax and enjoy your life, you don’t want to look back years later and be upset about how you missed out. 

CHANEL SNOW: But that’s the thing, I’m not missing out. The traveling, the club appearances, the shows is giving me all the life I need. 

The scene cuts to a confessional. 

 

CHANEL SNOW: 

Raja and I met awhile ago when I first came to ATL, I remember being booked at a GAY PRIDE EVENT and that’s how I ran into her, I mean it was really no beef between us but it was a lot of shade. I kind of brushed it off for a while but then we ended up getting into a verbal disagreement which led to us not being friends for a while, so when she reached out for me to appear, I just couldn’t say no. 

The scene cuts back to Raja and Chanel. 

RAJA COX: Well like I said sometimes you need to relax, I really wasn’t trying to get into the back and forth banter. 

CHANEL SNOW: And I wasn’t either. 

Chanel laughs. 

CHANEL SNOW: Anyway, I guess I should finish getting everything together, I don’t want to mess up tonight. 

RAJA COX: I thought perfection couldn’t be touched. 

CHANEL SNOW: No one said I was perfect, you guys gave me that title, I didn’t. 

RAJA COX: Well when you have an ego like yours, I mean that’s just how it goes. 

CHANEL SNOW: Well sorry to burst your little bubble Ms. Cox but I don't have a ego, I just know how good I am. I knew coming into this situation and seeing you here would only cause issues and that’s what i don’t like, our beef was so long ago so what’s the purpose of all this cattiness. 

RAJA COX: Pure fun baby, it's your little welcome back. 

Raja blows a kiss at Chanel, Chanel rolls her eyes and watches Raja exit out of the dressing room, the scene cuts to a confessional. 

CHANEL SNOW: 

I don’t know what I’ve gotten myself into but girl I already don’t like it. I knew Raja was shady but she is going insane. 

The scene cuts to black. 

The shot changes to a street view outside of Krog Street tunnel downtown Atlanta Georgia. It shifts underneath the tunnel showcasing many of the area's famous graffiti art lining the walls. As a flash is shown on screen the shot pans and reveals Jaser Cruz taking shots of a model posing in a one piece bikini and short shorts number. The scene shifts to the confessional. 

 

Jaser::Hola Que pasa Bitches, It's ya boy Jaser Cruz. I'm 20 years young, out here in Atlanta making moves and sh*t living the life. 

Jaser smiles while winking at the camera. 

Jaser:: As you can see I'm out doing what I love most, photography. I gotta couple things in the working right now but photography is always the thing I come back to. 

The scene cuts back to Jaser and the model checking out photos as cars pass by under the tunnel. As they are wrapping up a woman appears greeting both of them. 

Amber Torres: Hey lil bro! I'm digging the location. 

The scene cuts back to confessional 

 

Jaser:: Amber is my older sister. Of all my siblings we're the closest in age to one another. She’s always been my main support system. When things turned sour with my mom and step-dad a couple years ago she drove down to Miami to get me and I've been in atl ever since. I honestly owe her so much. I was 16, homeless and hungry. She took me in even after just having a baby at the time. She's always made sure I'm good. Always. 

The scene switches back and Amber and Jaser are seen hugging. Amber greets the model who then walks away to catch a call. 

Jaser:: Thank you for coming out its always nice to have you around. 

Amber Torres:: Well you know since you moved out I don't see you much now days. Always hi and goodbye. And now me Leon and Jordano are back on the road with GZWA. 

Amber playfully punches Jaser. 

Jaser:: I know, I'm just always busy with work and Ferny. 

Amber rolls her eyes at the sound of his name. 

Amber Torres:: Speaking of him, how are things? Y'all still fighting? 

The scene cuts back to a confessional 

 

Jaser:: You see the thing about me and Fernando, it's a bit complicated. He comes and goes as he wants. We met when I first moved to Atlanta. He's older than me. In his late 30’s but still looks like he's in his 20’s. I love him and in his own way I know he loves me too. 

Jaser pauses looking down signing and looks back up at the camera 

Jaser:: About a Year and a half ago he moved me into his condo downtown. The only catch that he's never around he's always out working with his business. It gets hard being here alone at times but I manage. 

The scene goes back to Amber and Jaser now sitting at a table across from each other. 

Jaser:: We are good. We're always good. I promise you sis. 

Amber Torres:: You say that but I still worry about you. I just don't want a repeat of before you understand? 

Jaser:: Look I know. It won't happen again. He promised. 

Amber rolls her eyes again. 

Amber Torres:: If you like it I love it. Now come-on let's go get something to eat, I'm starving! 

Jaser:: Such a gorda! Let's go Riley's waiting at little five points. 

 

RILEY: We bout ta throw dem booooooooows! We bout ta shwang dem thaaaaaaangs! 

Riley leans over letting out a laugh at him acting silly in front of everyone 

RILEY: Man, she was dope. That and “Long As You Come Home” were my joints. Hmm? Y'all recording?? Oh sh(beep), my bad. 

Riley laughs again taking a second to compose himself 

 

RILEY: Sup y'all. I'm Riley. Born and raised in Houston, Texas but currently living in Atlanta, my second home! Being here has truly been a blessing. I got an avenue to work on music with becoming an up and starting producer and writer. My mother, grandmother, aunts and my cousin are in the entertainment business also so I guess it was a matter of time before I stuck my foot in that pool. Haha. 

the scene shifts to him in his room getting dressed while the voiceover in the confessional can still be head 

RILEY(voiceover): Right now I've just been laying low getting small things together for a project in the next couple of weeks. Just out here living quietly and being a good boy. 

the voiceover cuts as webcam be heard talking in his room 

Riley: Yo! Khaleel! You know yo ass can't be here when I get back, right? 

A man comes into frame standing right behind Riley and leaning into his ear 

Khaleel: Why not? 

Riley: I'm meeting Jaser for lunch and we might come back here to get up on some Playsta- 

Khaleel sucks his teeth moving away from Riley to plop on the bed 

Khaleel: Y'all always hanging around each other. The f(beep) man? 

Riley: Oh, you mean hanging out with one of the very few good friends I have? Because, if you remember, most of my sophomore year I was locked up in juvie, so I couldn't really talk to anybody on the outside. So that lil stunt you pulled was the cause of me moving out here and meeting him. 

Khaleel: How many times you gonna throw that in my face? 

Riley: All the goddamn time if I have to. And you just gonna have to suck it up whenever I do because it's the truth. 

Khaleel: If you that upset about it then tell me what was that we did last night? And the other nights this past year? 

That shut Riley up for a moment before threw Khaleel’s shirt in his face as a sign for him to get out already 

Riley: Bruh, you just a cute face and bomb sex every now and then. That's all. Aiite? Keep that in mind the next time you call me. 

Riley storms out of his room heading for the front door, leaving Khaleel to gather his stuff and leave. You can hear the door slam before the scene cuts away to the next 

 

JALEN DALLAS: 

I’m so excited about this opportunity, to think people really want to see me on television, but for the people who don’t know who I am, I go by the name of Jalen Dallas Townsend, but ever since I became an adult, I actually dropped the Townsend and just go by Jalen Dallas. Right now I model and I’m a upcoming rap artist, I guess you could say I’m a low budget Drake but on the come up. 

Jalen laughs. 

JALEN DALLAS: 

I’m originally from Philly, but just recently relocated to the ATL, I figured it was a good decision since it was more opportunity out here for me. A lot of music producers live out here and plus the fashion is on a come up, I want to be that dude that is involved in everything, whether music or fashion I want people to know I am here.  

Jalen pauses. 

JALEN DALLAS: 

I don’t really know a lot of people here but I know a few, I ran into Chanel the other day at the store and we exchanged numbers, I asked her to meet me today just so we can catch up.  

The scene fades to a local restaurant in Atlanta, Jalen is shown sitting at one of the outside tables sipping on a Strawberry Margarita, a few minutes pass and Chanel finally shows up all dressed up. The two exchange hugs and Chanel joins him at the table.  

CHANEL SNOW: O.M.G. I am like so excited you are here in Atlanta, and for good right? 

JALEN DALLAS: I know I’m excited, but scared to. I’ve been to ATL before but living here is something different.  

CHANEL SNOW: Well I’ve been here for some time now so I’ll definitely show you around and introduce you some people. I kind of know everybody but that's because of my job and what I do, but there is a group of people I think you may get along with. 

JALEN DALLAS: Are you sure? Because I don’t mind meeting new people but my mindset right now is growing, I don’t have time for the drama. 

CHANEL SNOW: I don’t think there should be an issue because you don’t know anyone or fucked anyone I don’t think, so it should be no shade.  

JALEN DALLAS: That’s a shame that people only know people by the people they’ve fucked if that makes sense. It doesn’t matter I’m not here for the drama, but if I can make a friend or two out of the situation then I’m cool with that. I need to network and meet folks anyway, especially if I want to expand my brand.  

The scene cuts to a confessional. 

 

CHANEL SNOW: 

I think Jalen will do well out here, and if he stays in my good spirits then he’ll definitely make it here. These queens out here are hungry and ruthless so it's always good to keep an eye on the company you keep.  

The scene cuts back to Chanel and Jalen. 

CHANEL SNOW: I am throwing a little get together this week and it would nice if you could come, some of my other friends will be there and I think this would be the perfect opportunity to get your feet wet.  

JALEN DALLAS: I’m down.  

CHANEL SNOW: Great! 

The two continue to talk as the scene fades out.  

 

ISAIAH WOLFE:  

I haven’t date anyone in a long time, to be honest I couldn’t even remember how to date, I was so confused when it came to like meeting people and getting to know them, I didn’t know what my issue was, maybe I was boring or maybe I just didn’t date well but whatever the reason was I was tired of it, I wanted to have that connection with someone.  

Isaiah sighs. 

ISAIAH WOLFE:  

One of my friends decided to hook me up with a friend of theirs, mind you I don’t know what this guy looks like so that makes this date even worst, I hate blind dates, never been a fan either but since my dating life was nonexistent anyway, I decided to give it a try.  

Isaiah pauses, rolling his eyes a bit. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: 

Let’s just hope whoever this dude is isn’t crazy, and hopefully he’s somewhat attractive.  

The scene fades from the confessional to the actual scene, the scene opens up outside of a local bar in Atlanta, Isaiah is shown wearing a pair of cut up shorts and a Versace T-Shirt, he makes his way into the bar, he walks up to the bartender and orders a drink.. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: I need a Vodka and Cranberry to, little on the Cranberry and more of the vodka. 

Isaiah smiles.  

ISAIAH WOLFE: Ugh so now all I need to do is find this guy. 

It cuts to Riley's confessional. He was seen wide-eyed with his shoulders shrugged and his bottom lip pouting out before he finally smiled 

 

RILEY: I don't know why I did, but I went through the channels to set this up. We don't really know each other..just a back & forth on Twitter some weeks ago where we talked about a belated birthday get-together. We were just joking, but I thought it’d be cool to actually do something. 

It cuts back to show Riley walking up behind Isaiah, placing a piece a cake in front of him with 2 lit candles in the middle before sitting down 

Riley: Nothing big, but eh.. It's something. 

Isaiah looks down at the cake and up at Riley. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: This is for me? 

Isaiah smiles.  

ISAIAH WOLFE: Ah man you didn’t have to do that! 

Isaiah laughs.  

ISAIAH WOLFE: Ha sorry, I’m a little nervous so excuse me if I start saying crazy shit.  

The scene cuts to a confessional.  

 

ISAIAH WOLFE: 

I would be lying if I said Riley wasn’t sexy, everything about that dude just make me shake in my knees, and to think he brought me a cake, that was sweet. Usually I get hit with questions like “Can you host? Or “Are you a Top or Bottom?” But with him it wasn’t like that. 

The scene cuts back to Isaiah and Riley.  

ISAIAH WOLFE: I appreciate you stopping by though, it's always cool to try and meet new people and since I’m technically new here in ATL even though I’ve been here a few times before, this time its different because I may actually start living here.  

Riley: I feel you. It was nerve wracking for me for the first couple of months when I moved here. You just need that one good tour guide to show you around. Even though I don't look it, I'm an eating mo-fo, so all the spots with good food would be my go-to for us to check out if you want. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: Well I will definitely check my schedule and hit your phone, you know I prefer business first then play later, I just want to make sure I’m all set here in ATL before I start going wild.  

Isaiah laughs. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: And plus it would be nice to hang out with you again, I dig the vibe.  

The scene cuts to a confessional.  

 

ISAIAH WOLFE: 

I could tell off break that I would vibe with Riley, he seem like a cool dude and it didn’t hurt that he was fine too, but I got the vibe he was a player to, and we all know how the scene is in ATL, well I don’t know but from what I hear it's not that great, I guess I’m about to find out.  

The scene cuts back to Isaiah and Riley… Riley looking at his phone bug-eyed at a text that just came in. He then look up to Isaiah. 

Riley: Hey. I hate to do this but you mind if we set up some other time to finish this? You can pick the place next time. 

Riley flashed an innocent smile Isaiah’s way hoping he wouldn't be too mad. But was ready for an opposite reaction just in case. 

ISAIAH WOLFE: That’s fine, I should probably get going also, I have a fitting in an hour and you know how punctual they want us models to be.  

The two exchange a friendly hug, both going in their separate directions as the scene fades to black.

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The scene transitions to the outside of the tall CrossFitRX gym building in a sunny morning. Few people with sports bag on their shoulders can be seen entering through the glass doors, before it cuts to the interior. A gym filled with padded floors and a variety of bars, shining from natural light. People are seen from many areas of the gym working out, including a fit, young adult man with dark complexion doing pull ups on a tall bar, soaked in sweat. A male voice can be heard shouting in the background. 

“Come on, you got it!” 

The man lifts his chest up under the bar, counting “Twenty Six” with the man behind him. He pulls himself up once more for “Twenty seven”, but Twenty eight is when he slowly begins to struggle. 

“Don’t tap out on me now! Keep going! Three more!” 

The man’s face begins to scrunch up, using his last bits of strength to for his “Twenty eight” and “twenty nine” reps. 

“One more! One more!” 

The man’s arms begin to shake. He seems like he has reached his endpoint. His failure. 

“Keep pushing! Keep pushing! You got one more to go!” 

The man suddenly lets out a loud yell as he pulls, reaching his chest for the bar, until he finally touches it. 

“Thirty!” 

The man quickly releases his hands from the bar, landing his feet on the floor, panting profusely with a smile on his face. The camera then reveals the man in the background. A muscular man in athletic wear. His upper body coated in tattoos. 

“Woo! That’s what I’m talking about!” 

Both men share a dap, before the scene cuts to confessional, showing the tattooed man, suited in a grey camo muscle shirt. 

 

“What up, mane?! *chuckles* This is Hadrian Ali Moore *shines bright smile*, hailing from Memphis, Tennessee. I’ve been here in Atlanta since 2008. A Clark-Atlanta alum! Soon after, I got drafted into the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons for a few years. Now I’m here getting on my mind, working as the prince of personal fitness trainers for athletes, few celebrities, and health enthusiasts alike. Ya know, mane. Putting people in the best shape they’ve ever dreamed of. It’s a wonderful feeling.” 

The scene switches back to the gym. 

Good job, today. I didn’t expect this much work to come out of someone on their first day. 

Trying to sell again? 

*laughs* You know I gotta keep the people coming back for more. Challenge them every way possible. 

While in the middle of the men’s conversation, the camera cuts to a curly haired woman in a pink nike shirt and white mini-skirt entering the gym with a decorative purple Anansi purse at hand. 

Yeah, you right, bruh. 

The woman can be seen in the background walking up to Hadrian with a gleeful smile. 

Woman 

Hadi! 

Hadrian turns to the woman, who is running towards him, leaping onto his arms. 

Damn, girl! You want all of this B.O. on you? 

Cuts to confessional. 

 

My girl, Jasmine. How could I describe her in just one word? *chuckles* 

Cuts to scene, as Hadi puts Jasmine down. 

Jasmine 

Oh please! We been together for more than a year. Damn near two. I’ve been around your funk enough to be used to it now. 

*motions hands by gradually distancing them* …..wild. *chuckles* , but I love every bit of it. Fine ass. 

Cut to scene. 

Ay Jas, this is Derrick. One of my newest clients. Been in NFL teams like the Vikings and the Seahawks, and now he’s one of the newest signees for the Falcons. 

Jasmine 

*looks at Derrick* Oh, really? Congratulations! *lends out hand* 

Derrick: 

*shakes Jasmine’s hand* Oh, ‘ppreciate it. 

Jasmine 

What made you decide on the Falcons? 

Derrick: 

Just looking at the huge potential they have as a team. 

Jasmine 

Oh, tell me about it. When I watch a Falcons game, I see it myself. Pretty obvious that they need better potential. 

Hadi’s looks at her, sneaking a smirk in. 

* laughs*I know, I know. She’s from Oakland. She likes the Raiders. 

Cuts to scene. 

Hadi and Derrick burst out laughing. 

Jasmine 

I’m forreal! I’m just sayin! I’m just sayin! 

Derrick: 

Nah, it’s gravy. That’s why I’m here. I know that I’m the greatest asset for the team to make them winners and no longer potentials. They’ll actually win the Superbowl next year. 

Jasmine 

Well, okay then, Derrick! You better show out! Can’t wait to watch you play. 

Derrick: 

*smiles* You better. Well, I gotta head out in a few minutes. 

Cool, remember to come back on Monday. Same time. 

Derrick: 

Aight *gives dap to Hadrian and looks at Jasmine* Nice meeting you, Jas. 

Jasmine 

Nice meeting you, too. 

Derrick walks away, leaving Jasmine and Hadrian. The two share a kiss before engaging in a conversation. 

So, what’s up witchu? Been looking at some wrestling schools? 

Jasmine 

I have, but...I… 

Hadrian raises an eyebrow. 

What’s wrong? 

Jasmine 

I don’t mind attending a wrestling school in any city. It’s just a matter of going to a school that suits my direction. Looking for options. Fortunately, I could find one, but only that one. WWA4. 

How was that one? 

Jasmine 

It’s not bad. Just. Again, I’m looking for options. 

 

Jas has been adamant about us moving outside of Atlanta for a while now. I had already gained some clientele here, so I am always against it, but Jasmine likes striking while the iron is hot. She has been wanting to wrestle lately, and believes that outside of Atlanta is where it’s at. She has always wanted to learn about more unique wrestling styles and inspirations, instead of learning the basics like I’ve been telling her. But people are stubborn, and she’s the Queen of it. 

Jasmine 

But enough about me. What about you? When you gonna meet with the circle of men? 

I have to meet up with them Friday at Mixx Nightclub. 

Jasmine 

Mixx? Hold up. Isn’t that a gay clu- 

Yeah. It’s a gay club. 

Jasmine 

Why there? 

Hell if I know. A friend of someone in this circle owns the club. 

Jasmine 

So how were you aware of that? 

Some of my clients love the show. They got a variety of men using this show as a platform to bump their business up. That’s what I plan to do. Marketing. More connections. It could be the next step for me. 

Jasmine 

Oh…..a variety. Ok. 

Why? What you worried about? 

Jasmine 

Nothin. 

*walks up to her* Nothin? 

Jasmine 

Nope, *looks right* Nothing. 

Jasmine sees Hadi staring directly at her with a blank expression. 

*chuckles* Jas is lying, mane. Always in denial about sh*beep*. She really feels some type of way about me doing this. 

Cut to scene. 

Jasmine 

Ugh! I hate you so much. You know that? 

Hadrian smiles and shakes his head at her comment. 

Jasmine 

It all seems hella cutty to me. I just don’t want to have a ni*beep* checked into a hospital bed for putting their hands on you. I’m just sayin. 

*chuckles* Nah, ain’t gonna happen. 

Jasmine 

You serious, Hadi? 

Yeah, I got this. Always keeping it under control, am I? 

Jasmine 

Well, you haven’t shown me otherwise. *sighs* Maybe, you are right. 

*smiles* Maybe? 

Jasmine 

*rolls eyes* Ugh, okay. You are right. Now, hurry up and change! We have a date. 

Aight, I’ll be back. 

Hadi walks towards the locker room, but something catches his mind, making him walk back to Jasmine. 

*snaps* Oh! But before I go, let me ask you somethin real quick. It’s important. 

Jasmine 

What? 

Hadi goes face-to-face to her, speaking softly to her ear, but subtitles catch his words for the viewers to see. 

We should freshen up in this locker room ri- 

Jasmine 

Boy! *pushes Hadi, who is bursting out into laughter* If you don’t hurry up! 

Aight, Aight. 

After Hadi heads to the locker room, the scene ends with Jasmine shaking her hand with a grin. 

The next scene opens to the chorus Dej Loaf’s “Back Up” as the camera catches multiple angles of The Vortex Bar & Grill. An angle finally zooms in on Jaser Cruz and Riley Mitchell somehow gaining access in the bar, walking in with Amber Torres. 

Riley: Them Jack Skellington ass eyes creep me out at night, man. 

The scene cuts to a confessional 

 

Jaser: So Riley is my best friend. The past couple years next to my sister he's been there through it all. I've been there for him as well of course. 

Jaser smiles 

I made sure when things started going good for me I put in word for him. If I'm winning, my team is gonna be winning too. No empty mouths here. 

The scene shifts back to inside the Vortex Bar and Grill as Jaser, Amber and Riley are settled into a booth and handed menus before the waitress walks off. 

Amber:I've always loved this place. I'm legit surprised Yalls fake id's worked. 

Amber laughs looking at Jaser. 

Jaser: I told you these were legit. We've had them like a year now, no issues anywhere. 

Riley: Exactly. Sh(beep), in most cases we just wanna eat and chill. They gon’ have a problem with that? Pssh. 

The scene goes into Riley’s confessional 

 

RILEY: So, I’ve been living in Atlanta the past couple of years, but I’ve been in & out for the most part traveling. Jaser's been my rock though. Kind of that main anchor for me staying here after I was done with school. Even me doing this show considering he knows I don't really like other people like that. 

Riley lets out a chuckle as the scene switches back to them at lunch finally eating their food...Riley dipping in Jaser's plate for fries every now & then 

Riley: So besides us breaking the law, what's been good with you Amber? 

Amber takes a sip of her drink. 

Amber: Same old same old. Cracking heads at work getting ready for a ppv match with Leon. We are going for the tag titles. I'm excited. 

Amber smiles 

Speaking of work, are y'all gonna drop any tea on this project of Yalls coming up? 

Jaser: Now, you know we can't say much about it now.  

Riley: I know of want to tell you a lol something, but you know we can't slip up with those NDA’s. Especially with ol’ dude behind it. 

Confessional cut 

 

Jaser: there's this project that me and Riley been working on the past couple months thanks to Fernando. We are backstage doing all the workings. Trying to get this joint production company off the ground. So far everything has been hush hush. 

The scene switches back from the confessional 

Jaser: When the time is right and we know more you know you and Morgan will be the first ones to know.  

Amber: Well don't keep me in the dark too long I might want in. 

Amber’s phone begins to ring and she answers it she talks briefly before hanging up and standing up from the table. 

Amber: Hate to leave so soon but it looks like yalls nephew put another kid in a Dragon Sleeper at school. I have to go pick up his bad ass. Love you guys be good. 

Amber hugs Jaser and Riley, leaves behind some cash for her food and drinks and heads off. Riley watches as she leaves making sure she's out the door before he speaks. 

Riley: Your sister fine, bruh. I swear if I wasn't swinging for the other team and Leon’s hating ass wouldn't block me, I’D be your brother-in-law. 

Riley flashes a smile at Jaser, while giggling, waiting to see how he would react. 

Jaser laughs  

Jaser: I think you're too young for her bruh. You got jokes tho. And yeah Leon would probably stomp a Mudhole in your scrawny ass. 

Jaser punches Riley playfully as Riley rolls his eyes  

Jaser: So how's things going with this mystery guy of yours? Will this one finally be the one to get you off ole boy? 

Riley dipped his head down hiding a smile that was growing on his face. He decided to play coy. 

Riley: I...don't know who you're talking about. The mystery guy nor ‘ole boy’. 

Confessional cut 

 

RILEY: Of course he's referring to Khaleel and him landing me in juvie, but he just won't say his name. He reached out to me last year and uhm… ...we've...hooked up a couple times since then. And I get chewed out about it every single time so I'm not even gonna let him know what I was doing before I got here. 

He chuckles as the scene cuts back to Riley innocently looking at Jaser while stealing more food off his plate 

Jaser: As long as you aren't fooling around with him who shall not be named I'm good. Don't want you getting hurt again or locked up again. You need better company in your life. 

Riley: hol’up...but wait though…... 

Jaser blows a kiss face Riley's way and swats his hand away from his plate. 

Jaser: Listen you eat one more of my fries you're paying for lunch! 

Jaser laughs  

Riley: I'm not paying for sh(beep) unless I get nudes in return. 

Riley snickers before letting out a laugh as Jaser throws some of the remaining fries in his face before the scene fades out 

The scene opens up in Atlanta Georgia. Cameras pan through Tuxedo park, a high society neighborhood nested inside of Buckhead. The scene fades inside of a lush mansion. Cameras give us a quick view of the decor of the celebrity pad before fading into the large kitchen. The rear view of a woman is shown. As the camera pan closer, the woman is shown sipping chardonnay from her wine glass in front of the sink. She sits the glass down on the treated marble countertop. She then flips her hair as the scene fades into a confessional cam. 

CONFESSIONAL CAM 

 

Trinity Monroe: 

“I’m so ready for my close up Mr. Deville!” 

She pauses with a confused look on her face 

“Deville? Is it Deville?... DeMille. I don’t know, whatever it is, I’m here. It’s about time yall got a camera on me!” 

She angelically chuckles. 

“If you don’t know me you’ve clearly been living under a rock. I’m Atlanta’s pearl, Trinity Monroe. But most people simply know me as Trini. Bankhead chick representing!” 

She playfully demonstrates the bankhead bounce, a dance made widely popular in the 90’s. She chuckles as she dances 

“But as you can see, the girls have moved on up honey! That’s what hard work gets you. And trust me, it wasn’t easy to get here. I’ve been grinding since i was little. I always knew I was gonna make it big. I had to. Bankhead wasn’t the place for a girl like me. And as soon as I got out, I ran! But i’ll never forget where I’m from. My city made me who I am. Anyway… I didn’t have a fairy tale life at all, I was a young girl trying to get by however i could. And i mean, HOWEVER I COULD. I’m not proud of all the things i’ve done in my past, But i might not be here if I didn’t make some of the mistakes i made. I happened to be in the wrong place at the right time and the rest is history. Currently I’m known as hollywood’s hottest stylist to some of the Biggest names in the entertainment industry, I’ve worked with everyone from Angelica Ward, Brandy Norwood to Rihanna, just to name a few. But i got here from a little negative controversy I got when I was discovered and asked to do a little photo shoot for this little publication called Playboy Magazine. You may have seen the infamous cover.” 

She holds up a copy of Playboy magazine where she is shown posing on a beach in a Bikini on the cover page 

“Yea i know! Flawless.” 

She chuckles 

But not everybody agreed. And I almost lost my big break, before I even took off. Nobody wanted to see a transgender model on the cover. But it’s done before. I am not the first! But did that mean anything people.. No! But guess what. It didn't break me. It actually skyrocketed my career. So I thank you! 

She snaps, giggling 

Business for your girl is booming. My love life is colorful! And I’m loving every minute of it. 

ZENO: “Mmm Mmm Mmm. Morning bae. Got it smelling good in here. Woke me up out of my sleep.” 

She chuckles, blushing 

TRINITY: “You already know how I do boo. I was about to come wake you up anyway The contracters will be here soon to look at the house for the pool room and i don’t know anything about that trash.” 

the two chuckle. 

ZENO: “Yea i know boo. I was about to jump in the shower but you had it all smelling good. I had to come down here and see what you was whipping up.” 

TRINITY: “And it’s almost ready so you might as well just stay down here and get ready to eat boo. 

ZENO: “You lookin a lil tasty, Thinking about having you for breakfast instead.” 

He chuckles, picking her up. She wraps her legs around his waist as he leads her to the kitchen counter. Before sitting her down he kisses her on her lips softly. The scene fades into a confessional cam. 

Confessional Cam 

 

What’s good y'all? It’s ya bo Trazeno. But the industry simply knows me as Zeno. Im poppin all over the industry right now. Produced tracks for some of the hottest artists in the industry right now. I’ve worked with the grammy award winning Alicia Matthews. But yall know her as Mercedes. I’ve worked with Drake, Tyra Banks, and Travis $cott. I also rock with the girl Trinity. That’s my lil shawty foreal. We both knew each other way before we blew up in the industry. I knew she was trans. And to be honest i never cared. Look at her. She bad. Plain and simple. And she a dope chick. “ 

he pauses, placing his hands over his mouth 

“She really been riding for ya boy. And right now things are great. But things have been known to get rocky out of nowhere. I may have been made a few decisions in the past that made her not trust me. I cheated on her a few times when we was going through a lil rough patch. But look. When you in this industry girls throw themselves at you. They see the money, the cars. They see dollars. And we all got needs. But i regret what i did. It took a lot for the kid to get out of the dog house And let’s just say forgiveness ain't cheap with this one either. We been making some changes to the pad. Now she want a indoor pool. This girl got expensive taste. But anything she want, i got her.” 

The scene fades back into the kitchen where the two are shown eating breakfast and talking.  

ZENO:”So bae I got an idea i wanna by you. See what you think.” 

TRINITY: “I’m listening. 

ZENO: “ I’m thinking about opening up a lil bar-- 

TRINITY: “Not this again baby. Come on. You already know how i feel about that idea.” 

ZENO: “You didnt even let me explain the idea. You already dismissing it.” 

TRINITY: “We’ve had this conversation before Trazeno…” 

She walks over to the dishwasher and places her plate inside. 

TRINITY: “I need another glass of wine.” 

ZENO: “Baby come on. Just listen. We are spending a lot of money on this house. We got bills. Why not open this spot so we can have even more constant income. It’ll run itself. You know i can make this work.  

TRINITY: “All you wanna do is run a lil nasty ass strip joint so u can have an excuse to be around a bunch of bitches. I’m not here for it.” 

ZENO: “ This is not about no females man. This is about money Tee. I’m tryna multiply. It’s expensive to keep up this lifestyle. I'm just tryna make us good so i can take care of my queen.  

TRINITY: “So you wanna tack on another expense? Baby it doesn't make sense. But you’re gonna do what you want to do regardless. So i don't even know why we’re having this conversation. 

ZENO: “Why you getting mad bae? I shoulda never brought it up.” 

The scene fades into a confessional cam 

 

‘Yo. This girl knows how to turn a good morning sour man. I understand she may have a few trust issues. I messed up. I’ve been man enough to admit that, am i righting my wrongs. But I can’t do it if she don’t give me the chance. She has to understand that this is about money. If it happens to be a few beautiful women that work for me,then that’s what it is. I’m not worried about none of that right now. I’m just tryna multiply this paper. Expand my empire. You know, tackle a new side of the industry forreal. We not gonna be boomin in the industry forever. I just wanna make sure we good forever. We both know what it’s like to have nothing i just wanna make sure we never have to know what that feels like again.” 

the scene fades back to the kitchen where zeno is now standing in front of Trinity with his armes wrapped around her waist. 

ZENO:”Look. I want us to be good. That’s it. I wanna keep you laced in Chanel. I want my baby to have whatever she wants. I want us to get married have a big wedding and a crazy ass honeymoon wherever you wanna go. But all that’s expensive bae.” 

The scene fades into a confessional cam. 

 

‘Here he go talking about all that marriage. He knows just what to say to get me to shut my mouth. Them light skinned men are the devil i tell you! But after everything he’s done lately i don’t know if marriage is for us. At least not right now. It’s gonna take some time to really trust him again. Yes i forgave him and i see that he’s been making progress. He buys me all these nice things, but at the same time, i can do all of that on my own. I just want him to be the man he was when we were younger. This money and this lavish lifestyle kinda really changed him. And these lil skank bimbos out here making him feel himself even more. Then his eyes start to wander. And he cant keep his hands to himself. And he think he can keep buying my forgiveness. But he needs to know. I’m not here for any of it anymore. I will be gone with the wind.” 

The scene fades back into the kitchen. Zeno kisses Trinity on her forehead 

ZENO: “Look. i think its a good idea. But if you don't want me to. I won’t bring it up again.” 

TRINITY: “Thank you.” 

There is a ringing doorbell heard in the background 

ZENO: “The contractors are here. Let’s go see how much all this shit bout to run up.” 

they both chuckle, walking toward the door 

TRINITY: “Boy if you don’t go put some damn clothes on. These contractors do not wanna see what you’re working with.  

ZENO: “Oh shit. I forgot i was in a towel.” 

TRINITY: “I’m sure. Go get dressed real quick, and meet us in there. Thank you!” 

Zeno chuckles and disappears toward their bedroom as the scene fades to black