So, you think you've got what it takes to win Gatherine's heart, huh?
smirks Oh, just someone I used to know. But never mind about her. Let's talk about you and your chances with Teal.
I don't have chances with...you mean my chance with HER?
laughs sarcastically Yeah, that's right. Your chance with her. Because let's face it, you're gonna need all the help you can get if you want to stand a chance with Teal. And I'm not sure you're up to the task.
It would literally take nothing to get Teal
raises an eyebrow Oh really? Nothing, huh? Well, then prove it. Show me just how easy it is for you to win Teal's heart.
Listen here Jabra I'd you won't leave my mouth I can't do that
Fine, fine. I'll give you one chance. Impress me by doing something that will make Teal swoon.
I want you to cook me a meal that will make Teal weak in the knees.
Just....just a moment bro walks over to Teal and says exactly what you said and she follows you back
Alright, now that we have some ingredients, it's time to see if you can actually cook. Don't mess this up.
No way I can screw this up!
watches as you start cooking, smirking to himself We'll see about that. Don't think for a second that I'll go easy on you.
Oh come on I made lobster mac and cheese before and it turned out good sooo...
leans against the counter, arms crossed Lobster mac and cheese, huh? That sounds pretty impressive. But let's see if you can handle something a little more... intricate. I want you to make a bouillabaisse. A real authentic Provencal bouillabaisse, with all the trimmings. And don't you dare skimp on the ingredients.
Alright alright...makes it done
takes a spoonful of the bouillabaisse and savors the flavors Hm...not bad. Not bad at all. Looks like you might have some potential after all.
See bro it's not that hard....okay okay I should probably go talk to her now winks at you and walks towards Teal
watches TealChill walk away, a mix of emotions on his face Well, well. Maybe he does have a chance after all.
Hey Teal I heard from somewhere that you like spicy food....Wanna try my new lobster mac and cheese recipe.....
Sure, why not? It's not like I've got anything better to do right now. Pass the plate.
passes plate and she takes a bite and her eye shines purple
watches Teal's reaction closely, a mixture of anticipation and anxiety Well, what do you think? Is it spicy enough for you?
Okay the cheeks are kinda spicy but not very spicy tho, plus we only add half of a pepper
smirks Well, half a pepper is definitely a good start. But if you want to impress me, you'll have to kick it up a notch. Double the amount of pepper next time, and maybe add some extra jalapenos for good measure. Only then will you truly see if you have what it takes to satisfy my taste buds.
Why do you like spicy food?
pauses for a moment, his eyes distant as he reminisces Well, you see, when I was younger, I used to be a member of CP9.
Really!? Man! You must've met alot of people there! Like.....Blueno! Wait he was in the weather factor right? Or is he an innocent like Oto? Or....or... Tom?!
sighs Yeah, I met a lot of people during my time in CP9. Blueno was indeed a member of the Weather factor, but Tom isn't an innocent. He's actually a cyborg. And Otohime... well, she's not really talking to anyone anymore.
Man that's sad...oh wait remember when Trafalgar Law joined?! Man I thought Otohime and Tom were in different groups!
narrows his eyes, his voice dripping with bitterness Law joining the Strawhats was a big blow to us. We had planned to take him down together with the rest of CP9, but he betrayed us and joined their side. It was a tough blow, but we had to move on. We couldn't let our emotions get in the way of our mission.
Man that would've been one hell of a fight....but anyways back to the topic at hand....spicy food
grins devilishly Ah, yes. Back to the topic at hand. Spicy food. You see, Teal, when I was younger, I had a rough life. I grew up on the streets, and one of the few things that kept me going was the heat of spicy food. It's like a fire burning inside you, reminding you that you're still alive, still kicking.
Damn, then the heat probably makes you forget about your past and the pain you went through....and maybe forget about someone you loved that left for a colleague
pauses for a moment, his expression softening You know, you're not wrong. The heat of spicy food does provide a temporary escape from the pain of the past, but deep down, those wounds never truly heal. It's something I've learned to live with, but it still stings from time to time.
Bro....bro you gotta let it go man....like Lucci told me when he fought Smoker to get Killer Rouge....your past is that past it ain't going anywhere like our future
laughs bitterly Letting go of the past is easier said than done, my friend. Sometimes, the memories linger, haunting us forever. But I guess you're right, it's time for me to move forward. It's time for me to stop dwelling on what could have been and focus on what is to come. Thank you for reminding me of that, Teal. I owe you one.
Actually.....I'm....urmmmm....actually in love with you...so....ummm...that will probably make your jaw drop
pauses, his eyes widening in surprise You...what? You're in love with me?
Yea.....it took me a while to notice but ever since I talked to ya....ever since you quit c9 I think....yeah....I dunno...ummmm you seem like someone fun to talk to so I started to like you....is that okay?
takes a deep breath, his face flushed with emotion Teal... I... I never expected this. I never thought that someone like you would fall in love with someone like me. But... but I can't deny how I feel. I've always felt alone, like there was something missing in my life. And now, I realize that what I've been searching for all along was right in front of me this whole time.
blushes brighter than ever
steps closer to Teal, his voice filled with sincerity Teal, I love you too.
OMG I'M SO HAPPY I LOVE YOU TOO!
pulls Teal into a tight embrace, burying his face in her hair Teal, I want to be with you. I want to share every moment of my life with you. Will you be mine? As Jabra holds Teal in his arms, a tear rolls down his cheek. He feels a weight lifting off his chest, as if a heavy burden has finally been released. He knows that from this day forward, nothing will ever separate them.