#theLIFENY🌃 Season 1 • Episode 001 • WELCOME TO NEW YORK

The scene opens up in Midtown Manhattan, an area fluent to comfortable and wealthy individuals, preferably lawyers, doctors and of course celebrities. The West End Avenue is shown, a luxurious apartment building that houses judges, politicians and wealthy business owners. The scene cuts inside where Amaya Lynne, an upcoming entertainment lawyer and owner of Amaya lashes is shown preparing dinner for her nephew, she grabs a bowel from the cabinet above the stone and starts cracking some eggs, dropping them inside the bowel she yells for Nikko to come downstairs.



AMAYA LYNNE COLE: Hello everyone, I’m Amaya Lynne Cole, a business woman, an entrepreneur and one of the best lawyers that NYC has ever seen. I’ve handled some huge clients who I will keep confidential but just know I’m that chick. I live in midtown because I love everything about living in the city, the views, the shops, and environment overall. Right now I have my nephew Nikko living with me, my brother Nico aka Blaze had him 6 years ago and has been locked up since he was born, the mother couldn’t handle the responsibilities of raising a child so of course big sister had to step in and trust me it has been a huge adjustment but I love little Nikko as if he was my own. My brother Blaze is set to be released in a couple days and luckily with some of the pull I have with the courts I was able to get him released to my house instead of a halfway house. I’m just hoping he comes home and handles his responsibilities as a father and does better, he has to make better decisions.

The scene cuts back to Amaya and little Nico in the kitchen, Nico climbs up on the sofa with his iPad in hand and starts playing his game again. Amaya notices her mother Lisa walking towards the front door on her camera, Amaya hits the unlock door on the keypad and Lisa walks right in.

LISA COLE: I smell food, good I’m just in time.

Lisa walks in and greets her grandson with a huge hug, she walks over to Amaya and the two also embrace.

LISA COLE: I hope you made enough for the both of us.

AMAYA LYNNE COLE: Of course I did, I knew you were coming here this morning. Thank you for watching Nico while I go handle things with his father's lawyers.

LISA COLE: Anything for my grand baby, but speaking of his father and your brother, I spoke to him today. He said his paperwork came through and the officers had him sign something but he said he should be out within the next day or so.

AMAYA LYNNE COLE: I think that’s what his lawyers are going to talk to me about today, I’m just happy he’s coming home, he’s been sitting in there for almost 4 years now.

LISA COLE: I only have two kids and one grand baby, him being gone has had me really down and out, he’s told me he’s experienced a few horrific things while being inside but he won’t go into detail.

AMAYA LYNNE COLE: He’s probably embarrassed.



PRODUCER: Do you know what happened to your brother while being incarcerated?

AMAYA LYNNE COLE: He doesn’t really open up to me about what goes on inside, but I have an idea. I’m just happy he’s coming home and if he needs some sort of help then I’ll get him that.

The scene cuts back to Amaya and Lisa. Lisa walks over to the couch Nico is sitting on and she sits down beside him!

LISA COLE: I told him that once he’s out then he needs to focus on being a Dad and turning his life around. He’s wasted so many years on a mistake and I hope he has learned his lesson. I mean 4 years away from his own son, it’s heartbreaking.

AMAYA LYNNE COLE: I know mom but let’s not put him down when he gets out, I think the last thing he wants to hear is a lecture from us, how about we let him enjoy his freedom before dig into him.

LISA COLE: Ha, you’ve always been protective over your little brother, I remember when you would lie for him to save him from all those ass whoopings he used to get. But I need you to understand that you can’t always save him, he’s made adult decisions so he needs to handle them like an adult whatever the result is.

AMAYA LYNNE COLE: And I agree. But I’m also going to show him that I’m in his corner and that I’m not going to judge him, he has a lot to deal with once he’s out and I rather support him then add stress.

LISA COLE: You can’t always save him Lynne.

AMAYA LYNNE COLE: And I’ll do whatever I can to try Mother.

Lisa smiles but rolls her eyes too, she leans over and kisses her grandson on the forehead and smiles.

LISA COLE: It’s crazy how he looks like Nico, I just hope he grows up to make better decisions.



PRODUCER: Are you worried about Blaze getting released and possibly getting back into trouble?

Amaya pauses for a second as she thinks about the question.

AMAYA LYNNE COLE: To be honest I don’t know, I hope he doesn’t get into trouble but who knows what his mindset will be. We weren’t always comfortable, we struggled growing up so I think my brother is just used to a certain type of lifestyle, not the one we live now.

The scene cuts back to Amaya walking over with the food she cooked for Nico. She places his place on the table and forces him to put the iPad down and to eat. Amaya sits down on the couch beside her mother!

AMAYA LYNNE COLE: Don't worry ma, i think this time will be different.

LISA COLE: Whatever you say Lynne.

The two continue to talk as the scene fades and reopens in Hoboken, NJ. Amonte is shown taking things out of a mini u-haul truck and taking them inside of a beautiful home located in a gated community. Amonte drops the things on the floor and walks over to a bean bag chair, he falls down onto the chair stretching his legs out and kicking his shoes off.



AMONTE JORDAN: What’s going on world? Amonte here, certified fashion stylists and world traveler, yes trust me your boy is international. I’ve been everywhere 90% of the world probably hasn’t! My parents are wealthy, my mother is a best selling author while my father is one of the best plastic surgeons in the state of New York. So you can thank my father for half the plastics that’s walking around this city.

Amonte winks at the camera.

AMONTE JORDAN: I just bought a place out in Hoboken just because I didn’t want to stay in the city anymore, it’ll be a change but I’m always down for a new challenge. My sister Leah is here helping me move but I would say she isn’t much help because she’s been on her phone since she’s been here.

The scene cuts back to Amonte sitting on the bean bag, Leah comes in dressed in nothing but labels holding her birkin bag in one hand and her iPhone in the other.

LEAH JORDAN: What the fuck are you doing looser? We have like so much shit left to bring in?

AMONTE JORDAN: You're not even doing anything, you’ve been sitting in the truck arguing with that prick since we’ve been here. I told you we should have just hired movers.

LEAH JORDAN: Nah, the last time we didn’t that those douches messed up some of my stuff, plus it’s only the small stuff. The furniture is coming tomorrow! I have an event to get to later and some of my things are in those boxes in the truck!

AMONTE JORDAN: So get it then.

LEAH JORDAN: Where the hell is Cadence?



AMONTE JORDAN: Cadence Washington is a guy I have been seeing on and off for about a year now, let’s just say when we’re good, we’re good but when we’re bad, it’s like hell. Right now I thought we were in a good place but I guess not since he hasn’t showed up yet. I told him to meet us here so he can help us but of course he’s nowhere to be found.

The scene cuts back to the two.

LEAH JORDAN: I don’t get what you see in him, he’s from the slums and he’s so unreliable. He’s always letting you down Amonte and when that happens I have to sit and listen to you cry about it.

AMONTE JORDAN: Well damn, I’m sorry for being such a burden.

LEAH JORDAN: I didn’t mean it like that, I just think you deserve better. Listen dick isn’t something to stay in a relationship for, I mean yes it’s nice when it’s big and long and hits all your spots.

AMONTE JORDAN: Eww.

LEAH JORDAN: But my point is, find someone that will complete you, not unravel you.

AMONTE JORDAN: What?

LEAH JORDAN: You know what the hell I mean, anyway if he doesn’t show up soon then we need to hit the nearest Sephora and Saks so I can get a few things for this party tonight, you know I can’t be photographed in the same thing twice and I don’t need you or your unreliable boyfriend messing up my socialite status.

AMONTE JORDAN: Sometimes you can be a bit much, it’s not that deep. I just need a couple minutes to myself but I’ll make sure to bring in the rest of the stuff so you can have something for your party tonight.

LEAH JORDAN: You're the best! Kisses!

Leah blows a kiss at Amonte, she turns and walks down the hallway and back out the front door. Amonte sits there for a second before pulling his phone out and dialing Cadence’s number, the phone rings twice before going to voicemail. Amonte starts to leave a voicemail but he just disconnects the call!

AMONTE JORDAN: Figures.

The scene fades and reopens at the Tribeca skatepark. The camera catches a glimpse of someone grinding on a rail. He falls as he tries to land. He bursts out laughing. As the camera approaches the man, we see that it's Cadence Washington. He gets up and brushes himself off before picking up his board. He walks over to a table where someone else is sitting with his back toward him.



CADENCE WASHINGTON: Ayee! What up tho? Its ya boy Cadence. Some people call me Cade. I dont like thst shit tho.

He chuckles.

CADENCE WASHINGTON: This is definitely not my element at all. Im a real lowkey dude forreal. Don't even really mess wit social media like that but for bae I'd do anything. Including let yall film my boring ass life.

He pauses looking around him.

CADENCE WASHINGTON: It definitely seems to be a lil more exciting now that I been kicking it with Amonte. This is more his lifestyle. But we been in a lil rough patch lately cuz he got his friends all up in his ear. I call em the rich kids. The way they act. Man I hate that shit. They all wipe they asses wit twenty dollar bills and shit.

He chuckles again

CADENCE WASHINGTON: But anyway for whatever reason, they don't think im good enough for Amonte. And I think their opinions are starting to get to him. One of the reasons I agreed to do this show. I wasn't lucky enough to have parents with a lotta bread. Wasn't lucky enough to have parents really give a shit about me either but that's a whole 'notha story. So I been tryna grind, show him that i can take care of him too but I just can't provide the life he's used to right now. But just watch us boy. They gon see.

He winks as the scene returns to Cadence who has no approached the boy at the table who is revealed to be Crew love's Pharaoh Pierce. He hops up and hugs Cadence and plants a wet kiss on him.

PHARAOH PIERCE: My guy! What is is sexy!

CADENCE WASHINGTON: Man whats good wit you! How long has it been man?

PHARAOH PIERCE: Too damn long forreal.

CADENCE WASHINGTON: Niggas is married and shit! Who would have thought.

The two chuckle.

PHARAOH PIERCE: Man you gotta meet my Rayney. It would all make sense!

CADENCE WASHINGTON: No doubt. We gotta make that happen forreal.

PHARAOH PIERCE: Oh most definitely. But whats been good with you.



I've known Pharaoh since we were kids. And we've always been close. We kinda had the same childhood so it was easy for us to relate. And he's kinda experienced this whole reality and fame lifestyle. He's been a big wrestler and he does reality tv. So who better to talk to when I'm going through some things.

The scene returns to the two.

CADENCE WASHINGTON: You know I been fucking with the dude Amonte.

PHARAOH PIERCE: Yea thats definitely different for you. I was a lil surprised forreal.

CADENCE WASHINGTON: Yea me too. But I really fuck with him. But we ain't really been right the past few days.

PHARAOH PIERCE: Whats been going on?

CADENCE WASHINGTON: Man I don't know. I thought we were fine. Then he just come to the crib one night wit a whole attitude. Completely ignoring me. Im.like begging him to tell me what's wrong. NOTHING. But then he'll get on the phone with his friends and im sitting there listening to them talk about me like I'm his lil lap dog. Its too much man.



CADENCE WASHINGTON: I know i'm not the ideal man for everybody. I don't have millions of dollars to spoil you. I come from a horrible past. So I guess I come with a lotta baggage. But I got a big heart. And I feel like Amonte sees that but all the people around him only see what I can't do for him. And I feel like they are starting to get into his head because lately all we do is argue about shit that I’m not doing. That’s literally the only reason I even signed on to do the show. I know it’s gonna open a lotta doors for me to be able to provide for him. But I don't want our relationship to be based on money. I’ve never been that kind of person.

He sighs, shaking his head.
CADENCE WASHINGTON: I don’t know man, but something gotta change. I'm definitely not feeling the way shit goin now. I know i gotta make some changes. But so does he. And he has to actually be open and give me a chance.

The scene returns back to the two.

CADENCE WASHINGTON: I'm just tryna figure out where we are. That’s all. He been freezing me out. And he’s kinda all i got. You know this ain't home. I left everything to be here.

PHARAOH PIERCE: Yea man I know what you mean. I did the same thing man. But our situations are definitely different. So I don't know. All I can say is talk to the man. If you really love him, and if he really loves you, aint nothing yall cant work through.

CADENCE WASHINGTON: Man I hope you’re right. But in the mean time i gotta find a come up man. Feel like if i get some real cash flowing, his sister would complain less. Maybe things would go better.

PHARAOH PIERCE: Aye. I got this gig coming up. This new skater themed boutique just opened up not too long ago and they're tryna get some pics of some skaters to put up on their site. They asked me if i knew anyone else. Im sure i could get you in.

CADENCE WASHINGTON: Oh word? That would be dope man!

PHARAOH PIERCE: I mean its not like a permanent job or anything but its a start forreal.

CADENCE WASHINGTON: Most definitely man. You always looking out man. Since we was youngins

Pharoah: I gotta take care of my Kiddies man. You know the motto. If I eat, Yall do. Broke ass street kats for life man!

CADENCE WASHINGTON: Forever Fam. No doubt.

The two continue talking as the scene fades and reopens outside of 180 Franklin Apartments located in Brooklyn. Keon is shown watering some of his plants while admiring himself in the mirror, he walks over to the tallest plant he has sitting in the window and starts watering it.



KEON CAMP: I never really thought I would get wrapped up into something like this, me Keon on a reality show! I never would have imagined that but I’m here, here to show my life, the good and the bad. I’ve been back in New York for a few years now but my passport stamps haven’t stopped, my family has been going through some things so I decided to come home so I can deal with that but once that’s over, I’ll probably leave New York and head somewhere else, somewhere fall away.

The scene cuts back to Keon watering a different plant, he hears a knock on the door and he places the water jug on the counter and walks over to the door. He opens the door and Amonte walks in, the two hug and they both walk into the living room.

KEON CAMP: Do you want anything to drink?

AMONTE JORDAN: I think I’ve had enough to drink, I was at the bar earlier with a potential investor for an idea I have, but I can’t talk about it right now.

KEON CAMP: Always got your hand into something.

AMONTE JORDAN: I can’t live off my parents money forever, plus I need to have my own little cash flow, something that’s mine.

KEON CAMP: I thought your father wanted you to be a surgeon like him.

AMONTE JORDAN: He wants me to be a surgeon, she wants me to write a book, I just want to live fucking life and figure all that out later.

KEON CAMP: Well the good thing is you have your parents that care about you and what you do in life, mine on the other hand is too busy to even answer a text.



KEON CAMP: The relationship I have with my parents isn’t the greatest but I love them both dearly. My father owns a chain of car dealerships and my mother has two hair salons that've been open for almost 20+ years. I rarely see them but I think it’s intentional on their end, all because of how I live my life!

The scene cuts back to Keon and Amonte, the two start snacking on the fruit tray Keon brought out from the kitchen.

AMONTE JORDAN: I wish they weren’t so involved with everything I’m trying to do, sometimes I have to be sneaky but since they’re still supporting me they feel like they have that right to be in my business.

KEON CAMP: I’m meeting my mother tomorrow for brunch, we’ll see how that goes.

AMONTE JORDAN: Just be nice and be open, that’s all I’ll say about that. But what’s going on with this dude Zuma? I’ve peeped his social media activity and the boy is a huge flirt, I thought you two were “getting to know each other.”

KEON CAMP: Yea I thought so too. But your guess is just as good as mine.



KEON CAMP: I met Zuma a few months ago from a mutual friend of ours, it wasn’t anything serious at first. But I felt like during the time of us getting to know each other, he gave me the impression he wanted something more.

Keon shrugs.

KEON CAMP: But I guess I was wrong, his words say one thing but his actions say something else and I get it we’re both young, but just be real with me. I haven’t talked to Zuma in a few days but I ran into him at Micah Gray’s EP release party and let’s just say it wasn’t a good run in.

The scene cuts to video footage of Micah’s event and the run in between Zuma and Keon. The scene cuts back to Keon confessional.

KEON CAMP: But what you didn’t see is that after that Incident, we talked and we went back to my hotel and hooked up! So at this point I’m just tired of the games.

The scene cuts back to Keon and Amonte.

AMONTE JORDAN: You already know I don’t like the way he’s moving, and if he’s trying to win your heart or whatever he wants from you then he’s going about it the wrong way. I swear these dudes are so desperate for attention and clout nowadays, it’s ridiculous.



AMONTE JORDAN: I’m not a fan of this Zuma dude, he comes off like the rest of these upscale narcissistic snobby rich trust fund kids that run around the city. If someone will disrespect publicly like that, imagine what would happen behind closed doors.

The scene cuts back to the two.

AMONTE JORDAN: Plus I’m throwing a little get together at The Avenue, kind of like a networking party and I know you’ll be there but I don’t know if I want Zuma there.

KEON CAMP: Don’t be like that, at least let me hear what he has to say before you count him out. Maybe you guys should talk and kind of come to a common ground.

Amonte rolls his eyes.

AMONTE JORDAN: Ugh, I guess you can bring him but all he’ll get from me is Hi and Bye.

KEON CAMP: Will Cadence be there?

Amonte sits there for a second, he pauses before answering Keon.



AMONTE JORDAN: Cadence is Cadence, that’s all I can say. He can be a disappointment while being a gentleman at the same time.

The scene cuts back to the two.

AMONTE JORDAN: Who knows! But I’ll be there along with some other people, important people so make sure you're on your best behavior.

KEON CAMP: Whatever, I’m always on my best behavior.

AMONTE JORDAN: This is important, it gives everyone a chance to network and possibly grow with every job or dream venture, and I’m ready to take over New York.

KEON CAMP: Sitting on top of the world.

The two laugh as the scene fades and reopens

The scene opens back up with a view of the Flatiron district in Manhattan; it’s more of a touristy vibe and we see shots of busy street traffic, then people walking on the sidewalk, a shot of the iconic Flatiron building itself before finally landing on a boutique storefront with the name “ROCK SUGAR” written on the window in baby blue graffiti print. Zuma runs up the sidewalk with a couple large garment bags in each hand. He weaves in and out of the foot traffic, dodging pedestrians on the street before making his way into the boutique.





ZUMA ROCKWELL: What’s up guys, I’m Zuma!...If I look familiar it’s probably because you may have seen my picture splashed across some blog, stumbling out of a club or something ridiculous like that. I’m what some people refer to as a “Party Boy” but I just like having fun! My parents are both public figures...mom was a pretty famous model and dad used to play for the NFL...so I guess that’s why some people are interested in taking my picture...people who don’t know me might think I’m an airhead or a spoiled rich kid but it’s really not like that at all! Both of my parents were really careful about making sure I knew the value of a dollar and, once I turned 18 I had to work if I wanted to maintain the lifestyle I had growing up...I mean, they gave me a little help in the beginning.


PRODUCER: Define “a little help.”


ZUMA ROCKWELL: Oh you know just the basics...they got me my G-Wagen, my loft in SoHo, my LA apartment, making sure the fridge is always stocked, cleaning service, cell phone, my Amex Black Card for emergencies...y’know..the normal stuff!


PRODUCER: …..got it.


Zuma laughs and blushes, covering his face with both hands and shaking his head.


ZUMA ROCKWELL: I know I know I TOTALLY sound like a spoiled brat but I’m really not. They only gave me that stuff to get me through Parson’s where I went to fashion school...and then I was totally going to get a job after that but I just ended up not having to.


PRODUCER: What do you mean you didn’t have to?


Zuma shrugs innocently.


ZUMA ROCKWELL: ….I don’t understand the question…


PRODUCER: Well the word on the street is you have a sugar daddy, and that’s why you don’t need your parents money anymore. It’s also rumored that he’s married. Is that true?


Zuma looks around before rolling his eyes. He sighs before he starts speaking again.


ZUMA ROCKWELL: ...well first of all, it’s HAD...and I don’t like that term...Basically I was sort of dating this older guy for a while and he was really generous with gifts and things like that..and he led me to believe that he and his wife were separated or separating? I don’t really remember. But basically he was saying he was done with the marriage and I was 18 years old and stupid so I believed him at the time. I mean...it’s not something I really like to talk about because people are so quick to judge and it’s not really anyone’s business. Anyway it doesn’t matter now because we broke up earlier this year after I realized he wasn’t being totally truthful about his marriage...SO now I’m focusing my energy on being more independent and following my passion which is why I opened ROCK SUGAR.


Scene switches back to the interior of the boutique. Zuma rushes in with the garment bags. His cousin, Soleil, is behind the counter at the cash register counting the coins.

ZUMA ROCKWELL: SOOOOL! Look what I got!


Zuma flops the garment bags over the counter.


SOLEIL ROCKWELL:Hold on you’re gonna make me lose count!

ZUMA ROCKWELL: That can wait! Check this shit out!


Zuma unzips one of the garment bags and pulls out a pair of distressed denim moto pants.


ZUMA ROCKWELL: The samples are finally in! Tell me this isn’t the sickest pair of jeans you’ve ever seen.


Soleil looks them over and nods before going back to counting the coins.


SOLEIL ROCKWELL:...they’re cute. Good job.




ZUMA ROCKWELL: Soleil is my cousin. We’re pretty close because we’re the same age so we basically grew up together. She also helps out as my assistant and basically runs the day to day operations at Rock Sugar. I’m more of a creative type and she’s really good at business stuff so it works. Plus it’s a huge help for me because I don’t have to worry about running the store and can focus on just being a designer. In the beginning, I would just buy stuff from other designers and sell them at the boutique but now I’m designing my own line of streetwear and am sooo excited! The goal is to debut the line at a runway show before the end of the year.

The scene shifts back to the boutique. Zuma is admiring the design samples. Soleil finally finished counting the cash in the register and shuts it before sitting on the counter near Zuma.

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:Sooo how does it feel to see your work come to fruition.

ZUMA ROCKWELL: Honestly it feels really good. Like I actually accomplished something even though I know there’s a lot of hard work ahead. I’m just glad things are moving forward now that the Covid shit is starting to loosen up a little.

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:Well just make sure you don’t work too hard. Still gotta have a little fun here and there.

Zuma gives Soleil a smirk and rolls his eyes, laughing a little.

ZUMA ROCKWELL: You know I will.

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:Speaking of fun..how’s it going with that guy you were telling me about?

ZUMA ROCKWELL: Oh you mean Keon. Umm good I think?

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:what do you mean “good I think?” Bitch either it’s good or it ain’t, which is it?

ZUMA ROCKWELL: I don’t know, it’s complicated. I saw him in LA at a friend of a friend’s EP release party...and he was kinda giving me the cold shoulder.

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:What? Why?

ZUMA ROCKWELL: I guess he felt like I was being a little messy on social media.

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:You ARE messy on social media tho!

ZUMA ROCKWELL: Not on purpose! I’m just friendly! But I don’t know...We talked things over at the party and then we left together and ended up hooking up that night.

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:whaaat? How was it?

Zuma laughs a little, blushing.

ZUMA ROCKWELL: It was pretty good.

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:okay so then what’s the problem?

ZUMA ROCKWELL: I don’t know…before all that he basically insinuated that I was being thirsty...so now that we’ve hooked up I’m just trying to give him his space so I DON'T look thirsty. Does that make sense?

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:I’m sure it does in your head, continue.

ZUMA ROCKWELL: I just get the feeling that we have different personality types, which is fine, but I don’t want to scare him off by doing too much so I’m trying not to fuck things up.



ZUMA ROCKWELL: I like Keon and I feel like we compliment eachother in a way...like I’m kind of reckless and he seems more cautious...but I think I could stand to be more cautious and maybe some of my recklessness will rub off on him...like, we’d balance eachother out you know? Anyway Keon invited me to this networking thing his friend is having so I guess we’ll just see how things go.


The scene cuts back to the boutique.


SOLEIL ROCKWELL:So have you spoken to your mom lately? You know she’s been blowing my phone up making sure I’m keeping you out of trouble.

ZUMA ROCKWELL: Wait a minute...how are you supposed to keep ME out of trouble when I’m the older one here!

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:Zu, you’re older by about three months, calm down. You know she worries.

ZUMA ROCKWELL: She worries regardless. That’s just how she is. She’s used to me spending most of my time in L.A...She and my dad kept bitching about how they wanted me to be independent, but now that I’m living in New York full time all of a sudden they wanna be worried. Where was all that energy when I was starving and living on the streets?

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:Boy you know you ain’t never lived on no streets or starved a day in your life, cut it out!

ZUMA ROCKWELL: I know, but it sounded good, didn’t it? Like for dramatic effect?

The two of them start cracking up. After a while Zuma checks his phone to look at the time and yawns.

ZUMA ROCKWELL: man all this hard work has me exhausted. I’m gonna run over to Starbucks or something and grab an iced tea. You want anything?

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:wha...huh?! What do you mean hard work?! I’m the one who’s been running the store all day you’ve only been here like five minutes.

ZUMA ROCKWELL: I know but you’re exhausting.

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:BITCH

ZUMA ROCKWELL: do you want anything or not!

SOLEIL ROCKWELL:….Yeah get me a Frappuccino.

ZUMA ROCKWELL: Bet.

Zuma hops off the counter and starts walking toward the exit of the boutique. The scene fades and reopens in the heart of Manhattan. Cameras speed down the legendary Park Avenue. It finally stops in front of a beautiful historic loft. A U Haul Truck is shown parked in front of the home the passenger door opens and Gypan is shown climbing out. He smiles as he looks up at his new home

GYPAN TYLER: New York! I have arrived!

The drivers side door opens and Gypan’s father climbs out of the car. He shakes his head, chuckling.

GEORGE TYLER: You are a fool boy. Hurry up and lets get these bags.

GYPAN TYLER: Dang! You ready to get rid of me that fast.

GEORGE TYLER: It seems like it was you that was so in a hurry to go.

GYPAN TYLER: Dad! You told me to follow my dreams. I have to do this! It feels right!

GEORGE TYLER: No argument here son. I'm just glad to see you finally passionate about something!



GYPAN TYLER: Hello world!

He pauses, flashing a bright smile.

GYPAN TYLER: It is I. I is me. Its ya boy Gypan… with a G.Y. I am an up and coming model. I got my first break for a colgate commercial. And that led to my first gig at NY fashion week. And thats about it for my career accomplishments. Thanks for coming.

He chuckles.

GYPAN TYLER: Nah but I am definitely the definition of up and coming. Im literally moving to New York to pursue my dream. Originally I’m from Ohio but Im lucky enough to be well traveled. My Dad is a big time Lawyer in the entertainment industry and his jobs always had us traveling all over the place. But this is the first time that im actually venturing out and doing something on my own. I booked this huge campaign for #AJACKCITYMEN and it’s based in New York so i figured this was my time to leave the nest. I linked up with another one of the models from this campaign who was happening to be looking for a roommate, and he and i kinda clicked while at the auditions so i jumped on the idea. New York is an expensive city to live in. so it’ll take some of the load off if i share rent with someone. I’m just pumped to see what new york has to offer. I just hope New York is ready for me.

He smiles as the scene returns to the two.

GEORGE TYLER: Have you called this roommate of yours?

GYPAN TYLER: I texted him. He’s actually on his way down.

GEORGE TYLER: How much do you know about this guy. You know I can have him looked into.

GYPAN TYLER: DAAAAAAAAD! Stop it. He’s cool. We’re both on a job together. And where else am i gonna find this kinda place and that price.

GEORGE TYLER: You know I worry about you son.

As the two are talking a tall handsome man is shown walking toward them. He smiles as he notices Gypan. The two walk up and greet each other with a handshake and a bro hug.

GEON TAYLOR Whats up man! Welcome to New York!

GYPAN TYLER: Man! This is dope! Thanks for this… Seriously.

GEON TAYLOR Oh stop. This place was getting too big for me alone. I was so close to buying a dog. Thanx for saving me from that.



GEON TAYLOR Its about time MIL called me.

He chuckles

GEON TAYLOR My name is Geon Taylor. I am in the who’s next in this modeling world. I’ve been signed with Ford Models for about 3 years now. I’ve had the opportunity to be featured at Fashion Week in Paris, Milan, and of course New York! Currently I am the face of #AJACKCITYMEN I met the fashion Icon Alex J a few years ago at a Calvin Clien shoot. We happened to be shooting together. She ended up being super sweet. And last year when she decided to launch her menswear line, of course I auditioned to walk her show and i got the job. But then a few weeks later she called and told me she wanted me to lead the campaign. That was kind of a big deal for me. Its definitely the push i needed to kinda take my career away from just socialite status. A lot of socialites walk fashion shows these days. But they aren't really taken seriously for long. And thats not what i want. I have a real love for fashion. This has always been my dream, and I believe my catalogue shows that.

The scene returns to the group. The two chuckle as GYPAN’s dad clears his throat. He turns his attention to his father.

GYPAN TYLER: Oh. Geon. My dad. Dad. This is Geon.

GEORGE TYLER: Nice to meet you son. Im George. You can call me Mr. Tyler

GEON TAYLOR Nice to meet you Mr. Tyler.

GEORGE TYLER: I uh. I also have something for you son.

He reaches into his jacket pocket and pulls out a thick envelope. He hands it to Geon who opens it to reveal a large amount of money.

GEORGE TYLER: This should cover his portion of the living expenses for a little while.

GEON TAYLOR DAAAAD. How am i gonna live on my own if you do everything for me.

GEON TAYLOR Gypan. Take my advice. As long as your dad wants to help you. Take it. This way you can truly focus on finding work. Not worrying about how you’re gonna pay rent.

GEORGE TYLER: Smart man! Listen to him.

He shakes his head laughing.

GYPAN TYLER: I guess. But again. Thanks for this. It really means a lot.

GEON TAYLOR Don't mention it. We need to get you all settled in. Let me show you your room. We can get your stuff later.

GEORGE TYLER: Good. Well if you guys can handle it from here, I actually have some business to attend to myself while im in town.

GYPAN TYLER: I knew you were eager to drive me down here for a reason. Always working dad. You need to take a vacation.

GEORGE TYLER: I will… Once I’ve made a billion dollars son. And between you and your mother. I don't know if a vacation is in my future son.

The three chuckle and continue their conversation as the scene fades out.