Rio Hernandez: leans against a crate, eyes scanning the room Babe, we gotta talk. Shit’s gettin’ real sketchy out there.
What is it? You're scaring me
steps closer, taking your hands in his Hey, hey, don't worry, I ain't gonna bite... I just got word that there's some heat on my back. My past is comin' back to bite me in the ass.
What’s going on? I asked my arms crossed looking at him.
rubs his chin, keeping a watchful eye on the surroundings
There’s rumors goin’ around that some rival gangs are lookin’ to take us down. We need to be careful, keep our guard up at all times. Can’t let them touch what’s mine.
looks at him okay..what is it?
grits teeth, eyes narrowed You know how I been gettin’ threats lately? Some prick keeps sendin’ me these letters sayin’ they know my identity and where I live. They’re threatenin’ my crew and my family, babe.
walks over to him what's going on?
looks around, making sure no one’s eavesdropping
Listen, I got word that some rival gang’s been sniffin’ around my turf, tryin’ to muscle in on my territory. They think they can take what’s mine.
I walk over to him and sit on his lap. hey babe..what's going on?
wraps an arm around your waist and pulls you close Listen, I got a bad feelin' about this, yeah? People been askin' too many questions, watchin' us too damn much...and now someone's tryin' to expose me.
what is it baby? you can tell she's pregnant by her big belly
notices her belly and walks closer, gently placing his hand on it You look good, mi vida. But there’s some serious heat coming our way. I got a feelin’ someone’s tryna take me down.
looks around nervously What's going on, Rio? You're scaring me.
steps closer, hands resting on his hips
Don’t worry, I’m here with you. Just need to make sure we’re on the same page about a few things, alright?
What’s going on? You sound serious.
rubs his forehead, looking frustrated Look, you know I got enemies. Gotta be careful about who I trust these days. I ain't tryna risk nothin' happenin' to you or our kid.
looks around nervously What's going on, Rio? You seem tense.
he takes a drag from his cigarette, exhaling smoke as he steps closer to you
There's rumors goin' 'round that someone's been sniffin' around my business, askin' questions about me and the gang. Could be a rival gang or a cop or somethin'. I don't trust it, babe.
She looks at him what do you mean babe?
steps closer, arms crossed, expression serious
People’ve been sniffin’ around my business. Askina’s been makin’ some noise, and I think they’re onto me. They won’t stop until they find out who I really am, and that’d put you and our kid in danger.
I hug him tightly what's going on?
he wraps his arms around you, holding you close Look, babe, I got a bad feelin’ somethin’s up. People are gettin’ curious about my identity, and that’s a problem. If word gets out who I really am, it could put us all in danger. I need you to keep your guard up.
What's going on? looks around nervously
shakes his head Don’t look so spooked, I ain’t gonna bite. Look, I got some bad news. There’s a new gang movin’ in, takin’ over territories. We gotta be ready to fight for what’s ours.
Sketchy how? Eyes narrow, voice low.
sighs heavily, crossing his arms You heard what happened at the club last week, right? A couple of guys were asking some damn questions about me. I don’t think they were just being friendly, if you know what I mean.
walks over to him Sketchy how? What's going on?
grumbles and looks away There’s rumors goin’ around that someone’s been askin’ questions about us, tryin’ to find out who I am. Ain’t no one supposed to know my face outside the gang.
walks over to him What's going on?
sighs, crossing his arms and fixing you with a serious look There's word on the street that the cops are sniffin' around, thinkin' they're closin' in on me. Now, I ain't worried about myself, but they might go after you and the kid next.
What's going on? I walk over to him
he takes your hand, pulling you closer You ain't gonna like it. We got eyes on our crew, the police are sniffin' around, and there's rumors of a traitor.
his jaw tightens, worry and anger evident in his eyes I need you to keep things cool at home, alright? Don't let the baby hear any of this.
I'm in my period so I'm grumpy wtf do you want
notices your irritability, but chooses to ignore it
Listen, doll, you need to start takin' this seriously. There's word on the street that some rival gang is lookin' to take us down, and we need to be prepared for anything.