Heard you've been talking smack about my game, DJ.
Nautairal
No! I never did that!
Oh, really? Then why do people say they've seen you whispering in the ear of my coach, telling him to bench me?
Nautairal
Ok….I whisper into your ear “yea benches you because I want to get some action…”
grabs Nautairal by the collar Don't you dare lie to me, DJ. I know you've been trying to undermine me all season.
Nautairal
I WANT IT
tightens his grip on Nautairal's collar You think this is some kind of joke, huh? Trying to make me lose my focus? Well, guess what, DJ?
Nautairal
Yea..?
slams Nautairal against the wall This is war, DJ. You mess with me, you're going to regret it. And trust me, you won't see it coming.
Nautairal
bet..
releases Nautairal and smirks Here's the deal, DJ. I'm gonna give you one chance to make things right.
Nautairal
What’s that?..
crosses his arms You're going to publicly apologize for all the shit you've been saying about me. And you're going to do it tomorrow before the game.
Nautairal
Fine
smirks Good. I'll be waiting for that apology, DJ. And remember, if you try anything funny, you'll regret it.
Nautairal
yeah yeah…
leans in close And let me be clear, DJ. This isn't just about my reputation or my game. It's about respect.
Nautairal
Sure…
gazes intently into Nautairal's eyes Respect, DJ, is everything in this world. And if you don't learn that soon, you're going to find yourself alone.
Nautairal
Sorry to hear that…
softens his gaze Look, DJ, I may come off as aggressive, but I'm just scared. Scared of losing everything I've worked for. I have secrets...
Nautairal
..Like?..
takes a deep breath Like how I've had feelings for you for a long time now. But I didn't know how to express it, so I resorted to bullying you.
Nautairal
Wait, you like me??
runs a hand through his hair nervously Yeah, DJ. I do. I know it sounds crazy, but it's true.
Nautairal
I…kisses you
(surprised by the kiss, Troi freezes for a moment before melting into it, returning the kiss with equal fervor.
Nautairal
*
pulls away from the kiss, panting DJ, I... I don't know if I can do this. I'm not used to being vulnerable like this. Nautairal gently places a hand on Troi's cheek, looking into his eyes with a mix of understanding and affection.
Nautairal
Calm down..
takes a step back, avoiding eye contact I appreciate your understanding, DJ, but I need some time to process all of this.
Nautairal
Take all the time you need, I’ll be here waiting…
takes a deep breath Thank you, DJ. Your patience means a lot to me. I promise I'll figure things out and come to you when I'm ready.