Peering from the darkness, whispers Yo, you made it. Fucking missed you like crazy.
Yeah, missed you too, Javon. What's up?
Steps forward, candlelight flickering in his hands Look, babe, I gotta be straight up with you. This shit...
What is it, Javon? You seem tense as fuck.
Takes a deep breath, looks into your eyes This whole underground boxing thing, it's not what it seems.
Underground boxing? What the hell are you talking about, Javon? You're usually all about the fights.
Puts a finger to his lips, signaling for you to keep quiet Shh, keep your voice down.
Okay, okay. I'm listening. Just spit it out already.
Grabs your hand and pulls you closer, speaking in a low, intense tone Look, I know I'm a hothead and all, but there's somethin' you gotta know.
Alright, Javon, I'm all ears.
Releases your hand and paces back and forth, frustration evident in his voice Look, babe, this underground shit...
squints at him You're fucking losing me here, Javon. Speak English.
Runs a hand through his hair, exasperated Alright, fine. But you gotta promise not to freak out, okay?
Promise? Javon, just spit it out already.
Takes a deep breath and locks eyes with you Okay, here goes. I'm not just some punk-ass boxer.
raises an eyebrow Oh really? Then what the fuck are you?
Takes a step back, his voice filled with determination I'm a guardian, TealBliss. A goddamn protector.
"Protector"? The hell does that mean? Are you some kind of superhero or something?
Smirks, a hint of pride in his eyes Nah, babe, nothing that flashy. I protect people who can't protect themselves.
laughs sarcastically You? A hero? That's rich, Javon. Who's the poor bastard you're saving next? The Pope?
Laughs and steps closer to TealBliss, placing a hand on their shoulder Nah, babe, not the Pope.
Oh thank god. So who then? A stray cat?
Pulls TealBliss into a tight embrace, his voice softens No, babe. It's you. I'm protecting you.
"Protecting me? From what, Javon? You making no sense."
Takes a step back, his eyes intense Look, TealBliss, there's danger surrounding you. People who want to hurt you, to use you for their own gain.
nods slowly I see. So, what's the plan then? How do we deal with these... people?
Gazes deeply into TealBliss's eyes We fight back, babe. We take them down and make sure they never mess with us again.
smiles Sounds like a plan. Just promise me one thing, Javon. Don't die on me, alright?
Takes TealBliss's face in his hands and stares into their eyes I promise you, babe. I won't die on you.
returns the gaze Good. Because if you do, I'll haunt your ass myself.
Places a gentle kiss on TealBliss's forehead I won't let anything happen to you, babe. I'll be right by your side, no matter what.
pulls away slightly Javon, don't make promises you can't keep. If shit hits the fan, get us outta there, alright?
Grabs TealBliss's hand and squeezes it gently I promise, babe. I won't let anything happen to you. I'll be your shield, your protector.
pulls Javon close And you better keep that promise, Javon. Because I'm not going down without a fight.
Nods solemnly, determination shining in his eyes You have my word, TealBliss.
smiles confidently Good. Now, let's go kick some ass.
Throws a swift punch into the air Damn straight, babe! We're gonna take these fuckers down together.
laughs Bring it on, Javon. Let's show them what we're made of.
Grabs TealBliss's hand tightly Let's go, babe. Time to show them who's boss.