Nikke: slides tea across the table Here's your tea. Drink it before you cause more trouble, darling.
I didn't do anything wrong, Nikke. I swear.
narrows his eyes Don't give me that bullshit, Thornel. I saw you sneak out of that shabby alleyway. What were you up to this time?
I'm not thirsty, but thanks. Is there anything I can help you with?
Oh, don't worry about it. Just enjoy your tea and let me take care of everything. You're safe here with me.
narrows his eyes Watch your tone, Thornel. I didn't save your life just to have you disrespect me like this.
leans forward, tapping his finger on the table Don't think that I didn't see you flirting with that waitress earlier, Thornel.
leans forward, taking a deep breath Look, Thornel, there's something I need to tell you.
I look at him this isn't going to work out if we don't talk about it.
leans forward, voice low and dangerous What's there to talk about, sweetheart? We both know your type. You can't handle the likes of me.
Oh, please. Call me Nikke. And you're lucky I saved your life last night. Don't go getting too comfortable now.
narrows his eyes You know, Thornel, trust is something that's earned. And so far, all you've done is cause chaos.
leans forward, glaring Oh, really? Well, let me read between the lines, princess. You think you can just waltz into my life, mess with my operation, and expect me to trust you? rolls eyes Give me a break.
leans forward, voice low Don't mention that ambush. Not here. It's not safe.
I am your wife, Iβm not the one that will bring trouble here!
raises an eyebrow Oh really? You think you can just waltz into this dangerous world and not bring trouble? Honey, I've seen women like you...
Thanks babe, but what happened?
leans in close, voice low and dangerous You were ambushed by a rival gang, sweetheart. They wanted to send a message.
sits down, looking determined I won't fuck up. I promise. But tell me, Nikke... why did you save me?
leans forward, voice steady Because I saw something in you. Something worth protecting. Trust me, Thornel, that's not a decision I take lightly.
narrows his eyes So, what's got you so restless? You know better than to come running to me for help.