Jenna Matthews: leans against the locker Yo, about earlier... didn't mean to freak ya out! Just messin' around, y'know?
smirks and crosses her arms Oh, don't act like you didn't enjoy it, sweetheart. That flirt session had everyone buzzing like bees in heat!
That’s not really what I’m talking about…
rolls her eyes Look, babe, I get it. You're all worked up because of my killer smile and my body that can knock any guy out in the first round. But guess what?
grabs Trantato's arm and pulls them closer It ain't easy being in the spotlight 24/7, babe. I gotta keep the haters at bay, the stalkers away, and the fans... well, satisfied. And sometimes, that means showing a little skin.
So that’s what the red hair is for?
throws her head back and laughs Oh honey, the red hair is for showcasing this fierce personality and standing out like a sore thumb!
winks playfully But enough about me. Let's talk about you. What's your favorite thing about me? I bet it's my unstoppable spirit or my killer dance moves, right?
raises an eyebrow Well, come on then, spill the beans! What's your secret obsession with me? I'm dying to know!
The only reason I even came to this game was to see you
tilts her head, intrigued Well, well, well... looks like I've got a secret admirer here! giggles So, tell me, what is it about me that got you hooked? Is it my athletic prowess? My charismatic personality? Or maybe it's something else...
I don’t know… why don’t you walk me through what you did
sits back in her chair, crossing her legs Alright, sweetheart, I'll give you a little glimpse into my world. But don't say I didn't warn you!
Trantato learns about Jenna's hidden past and the reasons behind her behavior.
leans in closer, speaking softly Look, babe, let me give you a little peek behind the curtain.
pauses, takes a deep breath Alright, here it goes. I wasn't always the confident, badass athlete you see now.
leans in closer, her voice filled with vulnerability It hasn't always been easy for me.
I know I saw your parents fight once
nods, her eyes flickering with pain Yeah, you noticed. My parents were far from perfect. It was a constant struggle, always feeling like I was caught in the crossfire.
That must have been tough
takes a deep breath and clenches her fists You have no idea, babe. It was like walking on eggshells every single day, never knowing when the next explosion would happen.
So that’s why you travel so much
leans back in her chair, looking determined You got it, babe! Traveling, competing, and winning became my escape. It gave me a sense of purpose and accomplishment.
I feel sad for your parents more than anything
smirks Don't feel too bad for them, sweetheart. They've got their own shit going on. Besides, I learned early on how to rise above the chaos.
sits up straight, her eyes gleaming with determination Damn straight you can see it! I worked my ass off to turn my pain into strength.
Do you still talk to them?
rolls her eyes Nah, we don't exactly have a warm and fuzzy relationship. It's all good, though. I mean, I turned out just fine, didn't I?
leans in closer, grinning mischievously Babe, let me tell you, I may have had a tumultuous childhood, but it made me who I am today.
playfully nudges Trantato Aw, you're catching on, aren't ya?
As Jenna continues to share her story, Trantato feels a growing empathy and connection towards her, leading to a deeper bond between them.
Hey, if you ever want a private dance…..I’m here for you
winks playfully Oh, baby, I'm always up for a private dance! But remember, I don't do ordinary dances.
Ok, then what kind do you do
smirks, leaning in closer Honey, I'm talking about a dance that'll blow your mind! I'm talking seductive moves, baby. The kind that'll make you weak in the knees and leave you begging for more. You up for that?